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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018 Journal of Proceedings2018 PROCEEDINGS Tompkins County Legislature TOMPKINS COUNTY NEW YORK Martha Robertson, Chair Ithaca, New York CATHERINE COVERT, Clerk Ithaca, New York State of New York ) County of Tompkins ) ss: Tompkins County Legislature ) In pursuance of the authority conferred by Section 211 of the County Law, I do hereby certify that the copy of the Proceedings of the Tompkins County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, for the year 2018, contained in this volume is true and correct. CATHERINE COVERT Clerk of the Legislature 2018 STANDING AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES ASSIGNMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Dated 1-16-18 (Effective February 1, 2018) Budget, Capital, and Personnel - Lane (Chair), McBean-Clairborne (Vice Chair), Morey, Klein, Sigler Appropriations Borrowing and Debt Service Contingent Funds Fund Balances Unallocated Revenues Budget process Fiscal Policies Finance Department Capital Programs TC3 (Finances) Human Resources Department (incl. performance evaluation and staff training) Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Facilities and Infrastructure - McKenna (Chair), Koreman (Vice Chair), Klein, Morey, Granison Facilities Bridges and Highways Department of Recycling and Materials Management Public Works Administration Weights and Measures Utilities Airport Government Operations — Klein (Chair), Dawson (Vice Chair), John, Lane, Champion Tompkins County Legislature Administration Department Organizational Development Risk management/contract performance Public Information Information Technology Services Department Program Evaluation Law — County Attorney Assessment County Clerk Board of Elections Tompkins County Council of Governments Libraries County Historian History Center Rules and Procedures of the Legislature Charter and Code Code of Ethics and Ethics Advisory Board MEGA (Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance) Health and Human Services - Black (Chair), Kelles (Vice Chair), McBean-Clairborne, Granison, Champion Department of Social Services Mental Health Department/Agencies Public Health Department/Agencies Office of Human Rights Health Planning Council Human Services Coalition Relevant Human Services Coalition agencies Office for the Aging Youth Services Tompkins Community Action Animal Health and Control Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality - Kelles (Chair), Champion (Vice Chair), McKenna, Dawson, Koreman Planning and Sustainability Department MPO TCAT Soil and Water Conservation District Flood Control/Water Quality Environmental Management Council Water Resources Council Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Land management Workforce Development Tompkins County Area Development (ED Collaborative) Industrial Development Agency TC3 (Workforce programs) Cooperative Extension Climate change Chamber of Commerce Tourism Program/Convention and Visitors Bureau Strategic Tourism Planning Board Ithaca Downtown Partnership Community Celebrations & Arts Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board Public Safety — John (Chair), Granison (Vice Chair), Kelles, McKenna, Black Public Safety Building District Attorney Defense of Indigents/Assigned Counsel Probation and Community Justice Sheriff/Jail Department of Emergency Response OAR (Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources) Alternatives -to -Incarceration Programs Reentry transition programs Juvenile Justice SPECIAL COMMITTEES Transportation Committee — Lane (Chair), Morey (Vice Chair), Sigler, Black, Dawson TCAT Relocation, Airport Capital Housing Committee — Robertson (Chair), Sigler (Vice Chair), Kelles, Koreman, Dawson Housing Strategy, Community Development Block Grants, Community Housing Development Fund, Homeownership Program Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 1-16-18 Tuesday, January 2, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Mrs. Covert, Clerk of the Legislature, called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name W Stat Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present (lath of (lffiry Mrs. Covert introduced Maureen Reynolds, Tompkins County Clerk, and said she would be administering the oath of office to Legislators for the term January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2021. At this time, all Legislators were sworn in. Election of Temporary Chair Mrs. Covert said the first order of business is the election of a Temporary Chair of the Legislature and opened the floor for nominations. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to nominate Mrs. McBean-Clairborne as Temporary Chair of the Legislature. It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to close nominations. NOMINATIONS CLOSED. A voice vote resulted as follows to elect Mrs. McBean-Clairborne as Temporary Chair of the Legislature: Ayes - 14, Noes - 0. MOTION CARRIED. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne took the seat as Temporary Chair. c1 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Election of Chair of the Legislature Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said the next order of business was the election of the 2018 Chair of the Legislature and opened the floor for nominations. It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. John, to nominate Ms. Robertson as the 2018 Chair of the Legislature. There were no further nominations and nominations were closed. A vote by show of hands to elect Ms. Robertson as the 2018 Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes -14, Noes - 0. MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Robertson was declared Chair of the Legislature for 2018. Ms. Robertson thanked members of the Legislature for electing her and also thanked Mr. Lane for his leadership over the last four years and for his continued service. Election of Vice Chair of the Legislature Ms. Robertson opened the floor for nominations for Vice Chair of the Legislature. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Morey, to nominate Dan Klein as Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2018. It was MOVED by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to nominate Anna Kelles as Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2018. It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to close nominations. NOMINATIONS CLOSED. A roll call vote resulted as follows on the election of Vice Chair: Dan Klein - 7 votes (Legislators Granison, John, Klein, Lane, McKenna, Morey, and Sigler) Anna Kelles - 7 votes (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Kelles, Koreman, McBean- Clairborne, and Robertson) Following the vote, Mr. Klein withdrew his nomination as Vice Chair. A vote by show of hands to elect Ms. Kelles as the 2018 Vice Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes -14, Noes - 0. MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Kelles was declared Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2018. Ms. Robertson thanked Mr. Klein for his service as Vice Chair the last two years. Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Reading by Poet Laureate Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 John Spence, Executive Director of the Community Arts Partnership, thanked Zee Zahava for her work as Poet Laureate for 2017 and said he looks forward to her being the 2018 Poet Laureate. Ms. Zahava thanked the Legislators for the opportunity to write and share her writings. She shared a reading entitled Bengal Spiced Tea she authored last year. Recognition of Paula Younger's Service Ms. Robertson read and the Legislature unanimously supported the following recognition of Paula Younger's service to Tompkins County. "In Recognition of Paula E. F. Younger's Years of Service to Tompkins County "WHEREAS, Paula E. F. Younger has served the residents of Tompkins County as Deputy County Administrator since 2006, and "WHEREAS, in her eleven years in county government, Paula has taken on a wide variety of roles in disparate areas of county business, serving as needed and accepting whatever challenges were given to her, and "WHEREAS, among her many accomplishments with Tompkins County, Paula helped to establish the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium by securing grant funding from New York State, and "WHEREAS, in 2009, Paula spearheaded development of our comprehensive proposal to the federal government for "shovel -ready" ARRA projects, a process in which she engaged every County municipality to solicit their ideas, and "WHEREAS, Paula shared her grant -writing skills with other County staff by developing a Grants Development and Management Center, putting a wealth of resources at their fingertips, and "WHEREAS, working with the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Paula provided key leadership in establishing the County's first Diversity and Inclusion Policy, and "WHEREAS, for several years Paula provided essential support to the countywide Broadband initiative, pulling together municipal leaders as well as community experts, leading to a successful proposal by Clarity Connect for major state funding, and "WHEREAS, tackling a long -neglected task, Paula developed the protocol for updating our Administrative Policy Manual and took on the job of revising and renewing our policies, and "WHEREAS, Paula developed and led the Workforce Reading and Discussion Program for County staff, and was project leader for the 2015 Climate Survey, and "WHEREAS, in a difficult time for law enforcement in the County, Paula was able to secure technical assistance from the U. S. Department of Justice in response to the Hornbrook Road incident, and "WHEREAS, Paula's grant -writing skills helped us secure a New York State grant for the Law Enforcement Shared Services study, and Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 "WHEREAS, when we needed someone to develop and manage the County's corporate Compliance Program, Paula was the go -to person once again, and "WHEREAS, Ithaca College has offered Paula an exciting opportunity, and she will be leaving Tompkins County government as of January 10, 2018, to become Executive Director for Government and Community Relations, and "WHEREAS, Paula's broad knowledge of the governmental structures and governmental and agency programming in Tompkins County, as well as the people in our community that work within these systems make her wonderfully suited to this new opportunity, now therefore be it "RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature, on behalf of a grateful staff and community, congratulates Paula E. F. Younger on her new position and thanks her for her dedication and service to our constituents and to the cause of good government, "RESOLVED, further, That we wish Paula the very best success in her new role and look forward to continuing to work with her collaboratively to build upon the positive community relationship between Ithaca College and Tompkins County in the years to come." Privilege of the Floor by the Public Alan Donohue, Ithaca, asked the County to do something he thinks will enhance the reputation of the community - take down the POW/MIA flag that flies over County offices. He provided information and articles to Legislators and said it was used by President Nixon to extend the war and after the war ended the issue was used to deny normal relations with Vietnam. The issue was very political. Report from a Municipal Official(s) George McGonigal, Common Council member, congratulated the new Legislators and Ms. Younger in her new position. He also thanked Mr. Lane and Mr. Klein for their leadership and service. Mr. McGonigal reported on the LEAD program and said the City is developing two working groups to put the program together. One will be a policy and programming group and the other is more of a grassroots group that will help demonstrate trust among users in the new program. The Mayor expected the program to be fully running in two months. He said when Spectrum took over from Time Warner Cable one of the first things done was WENY was dropped from basic cable. It is the open TV station that covers local issues, local politics, and sports. He has had conversations with Senators Reed and O'Mara's offices and is also asking the Tompkins County Legislature to support the effort to bring back this very important source of news. He will forward a copy of the correspondence that was written to Spectrum and asked the Legislature to adopt a resolution in support of this. Ms. Robertson suggested Mr. McGonigal reach out to the Tompkins County Council of Governments as that group has dealt with cable issues over the years. She also said the County's Government Operations Committee could consider a resolution. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7509) Office of the A _ging Advisory Committee Regina Gold - term expires December 31, 2020 Satomi Z. Hill - term expires December 31, 2020 Youth Services Board Bernice Yarosh - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2020 Environmental Management Council Anne Klingensmith - Town of Danby representative Advisory Board on Indigentpresentation - terms expire December 31, 2020 Jason Leifer Jerome Mayersak Resolution No. 2018- 1: Resolution to Urge a Repeal of Portions of 16- ADM- 11 that Require s Shelter Payments from Individuals with Modest Earned and Unearne d Income (ID #7514) WHEREAS, Tompkins County stands firmly committed to inclusive access to safe housing for all Tompkins County residents, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a significant shortage of housing and the market rate of housing has risen significantly in recent years, and WHEREAS, the resulting housing deficiency and rising cost of housing in Tompkins County has resulted in steadily rising numbers of working families that are unable to find, and/or afford housing, and WHEREAS, Temporary Housing Assistance is administered at the direction of the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) through the Tompkins County Department of Social Services with the intent of preventing homelessness and providing assistance to homeless persons in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, 16 -ADM- 11 (Administrative Directive) provides Social Services districts with regulations that the Tompkins County Department of Social Services of Tompkins County is required to abide by, and WHEREAS, these regulations require that when a person has available income, either earned or Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 unearned, Tompkins County Department of Social Services must incorporate this income into a standard Temporary Housing Assistance budgeting formula in accordance with a previous directive (05 ADM -3) to adjust and effectively reduce the allowable Temporary Housing Assistance for that individual, and WHEREAS, in Tompkins County this can mean that a homeless person with earned or unearned income who seeks support for Temporary Housing Assistance may have to contribute up to $70.54 per night for sheltering costs (note that these costs do not apply if the temperature is 32 degrees or below with wind chill), and WHEREAS, if a person was asked to pay the maximum sheltering contribution, it would be the equivalent cost of renting an apartment for approximately $2,100.00 per month including utilities, and WHEREAS, if a person who is homeless and seeks help through the Tompkins County Department of Social Services, and has earned or unearned income, does not make these payments the person can be asked to leave the shelter, and WHEREAS, repeal of this requirement would allow homeless Tompkins County residents to accumulate sufficient income to better prepare for obtaining and maintaining more permanent housing, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature calls on its representatives New York State Assemblywoman Lifton, New York State Senators O'Mara, Seward, and Helming, New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie, New York State Assembly Minority Leader Kolb, New York State Senate Majority Leader Flanagan, New York State Senate Democratic Conference Leader Stewart -Cousins, and New York State Senate Independent Democratic Conference Leader Klein, to vote to repeal the required shelter payments as stated in OTDA 16 -ADM- 11, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to New York State Assemblywoman Lifton, New York State Senators O'Mara, Seward, and Helming, Governor Cuomo, New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie, New York State Assembly Minority Leader Kolb, New York State Senate Majority Leader Flanagan, New York State Senate Democratic Conference Leader Stewart -Cousins, and New York State Senate Independent Democratic Conference Leader Klein. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-2: Budget Adjustment for Park Grant Continuation in 2018 - Youth Services (ID #7521) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Youth Services Department received a Park Foundation Grant in the amount of $10,000, and WHEREAS, the Department received the full revenue amount of $10,000 in its 2017 budget, and WHEREAS, the Grant is to support the Youth Employment Research Project to look deeper into Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 the ways youth are provided youth employment services within Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, due to a position vacancy and the gap in filling said position, the Department was not able to expend the full amount of funds, and WHEREAS, the Park Foundation has granted the Department permission to complete the project in early 2018, and WHEREAS, the Department requests its expenditures be increased by these amounts in its 2018 budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Service Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is directed to make the following 2018 budget adjustment as follows: T.C. Youth Services Department Appropriation Acct Title Amount 7020.51000049 Project Assistant $3,461 7020.58800 Fringes $1,504 7020.54442 Prof Services Fees $ 430 TOTAL $5,395 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 3: Delegation of Authority to Authorize Certain Tax Refunds and Credits of $2,500 and Under (ID #7454) WHEREAS, Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax -levying body to delegate the correction of tax rolls due to a clerical error, an error in essential fact, or an unlawful entry (as defined in Section 550 of the Real Property Tax Law), and WHEREAS, Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax -levying body to delegate the payment of tax refunds due to a clerical error, an error in essential fact, or an unlawful entry, and WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Government Operations Committee that such delegation would increase efficiency in processing said refunds and therefore be beneficial to the taxpayer, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the County Director of Assessment shall transmit corrections and/or refund recommendations to the County Administrator, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to allow payments of bills where a recommended refund or credit is $2,500 or less, without prior audit by the tax -levying body, in compliance with Paragraph 9 (a), (c) of Section 554, and Paragraph 8 (a), (c), (d), and Paragraphs 9 and 10 of Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That any refund or credit over $2,500 must be approved by the Tompkins County Legislature pursuant to Paragraphs 8 (a), 9, and 10 of Section 566 of the Real Property Tax Law, except for refunds amounting to over $2,500 as a result of Real Property Tax Law Article 7 litigation ordered by the New York State Supreme Court, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Assessment shall provide a report to the appropriate program committee at a minimum of twice per year of all the corrections and refunds processed in the previous months, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall only be in effect during the calendar year 2018. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-4: Delegation of Authority to Authorize Certain Ta x and Solid Waste Fee Refunds Under $500 (ID #7455) WHEREAS, Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax -levying body to delegate the payment of tax refunds due to a clerical error or an unlawful entry (an unlawful entry is any information on the tax roll that violates the Real Property Tax Law), and WHEREAS, Solid Waste Fee refunds are authorized under Resolution No. 181 of 1996, and WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, that the delegation to the County Administrator would be more efficient in processing said refunds and therefore beneficial to the taxpayer, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Director of Assessment shall transmit refund recommendations to the County Administrator, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to make payments of any refunds of less than $500 as if the Tompkins County Legislature had performed this audit in compliance with Paragraph 1-7 of Section 566 of the Real Property Tax Law, RESOLVED, further, That any refund of $500 or more must be approved by the Tompkins County Legislature pursuant to Paragraph 8(b) of Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator shall transmit on or before the 15th day of each month a report to the Tompkins County Legislature of all the refunds processed in the previous month, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall only be in effect during the calendar year 2018. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Public Safety Committee `rr Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Resolution No. 2018- 5: Authorization to Accept Statewide In teroperable Communications Gran t and Budget Adjust ments — Depart ment of E mergency R espouse (I D #7517) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, in April 2017, the New York State Division of Homeland Security (DHSES) - Office of Interoperable Communications (OIEC) announced a Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant, allocating funding to counties to aid in making necessary improvements and providing for sustainment of Land Mobile Radio Systems (LMR), and WHEREAS, through this new grant program, the Tompkins County Department of Emergency Response has been awarded funding for the maintenance of LMR components supporting interoperability in the form of reimbursement for eligible program expenses, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has since been notified that various recurring expenses for the maintenance and replacement of the Department's interoperable radio communications system are eligible for reimbursement beginning in 2017, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature, in anticipation of the planned funding has through the recently adopted 2018 Budget and Capital Program anticipated such reimbursement and established appropriate budgetary mechanisms to execute the grant on a recurring, annual basis, and will now be reimbursed for current year's systems costs, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature desires that such new sources of funding be directed toward anticipated communications systems replacements and future enhancements, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That Tompkins County accepts an award of $738,565 (DHSES Award WM16198674), to fund sustainment, maintenance, and enhancement of the interoperable communications system, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to amend and adjust the following accounts for 2017 established for the receipt and expenditure of such funds and to establish and transfer to capital accounts as necessary for ongoing capital improvements and replacements to the system: Revenue: 3411.44389 Other Public Safety Aid $738,565 Expense: 3411.54651 Renewal and Replacement $700,000 3411.54422 Maintenance $ 38,565 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 11 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Resolution No. 2018- 6: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal -Pay and Replacement - Pay Reimbursement — Emergency Response (ID #7516) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Department of Emergency Response had two (2) Emergency Services Dispatchers retire, with end dates of September 14, 2017, and November 25, 2017, and one (1) Emergency Services Dispatcher resign, with an end date of June 12, 2017, and WHEREAS, a Department of Emergency Response employee was on extended disability leave from October 2016 to April 2017, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County permits reimbursement to the department from the Contingent Fund for terminal pay and replacement pay for absences exceeding two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation for 2017: FROM: A1990.54440 TO: A3410.51000551 A3410.51400 A3410.58800 A3410.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $60,754.44 Emergency Services Dispatcher $24,538.17 Disability Pay $17,825.99 Fringes $10,652.02 Fringes $ 7,738.26 Resolution No. 2018-7: A Resolution Recognizing the 28 -Year Contribution of Stu Bergman as a Member of the STOP -DWI Advisory Board (ID #7513) 12 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Public Safety Committee is responsible for oversight of the STOP -DWI Advisory Board, and WHEREAS, the STOP -DWI Advisory Board is an advisory board to the Tompkins County Legislature that is dedicated to reducing both the incidence and impact of driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs in our community, through focus on its mission to: Reduce the number of persons killed or injured in alcohol and other drug-related traffic crashes; To promote DWI prevention as a public priority; and Coordinate local efforts in Law Enforcement, Prosecution, Probation, Rehabilitation, Public Information, Education, and Administration. WHEREAS, Stu Bergman, who has served as a member of the STOP -DWI Advisory Board for twenty-eight years, together with serving as Chair for approximately twenty-five years, has announced his retirement from the STOP -DWI Advisory Board, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature wishes to recognize Stu Bergman for his long service on behalf of the County on the STOP -DWI Advisory Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes Stu Bergman for his commitment to the goals of reducing the number of driving while intoxicated incidents in our community and limiting the number of people injured and killed from driving while intoxicated accidents, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature commends and thanks Stu Bergman for his long service as a volunteer and an advocate, and for his work as a member and Chair of the Tompkins County STOP -DWI Advisory Board. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Government Operations Committee Resolution No. 2018-8: Establishing 2018 Meeting Dates (ID #7456) 13 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the 2018 regular meetings of the Tompkins County Legislature are as follows: Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. (NYSAC Conf. January 29-31) Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2018at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. (NYSAC Conf. Sept. 24-26) Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, November 8, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. (November 6 - Election Day) Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Minutes of Previous Meeting December 19, 2017 14 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 2, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, Recess McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:15 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:25 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Koreman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 7:25 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 8:35 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m. 15 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 2-6-18 Tuesday, January 16, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name M Stat Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Privilege of the Floor by the Public Stephanie, Tompkins County resident, read a statement and spoke about the membership of the Industrial Development Agency (IDA). She believes there needs to be an IDA member who is from the Workers' Center who represents working people. The Workers' Center is the only organization she knows of in this County whose mission is to support, advocate for, and empower all workers, including the vast majority who do not belong to a labor union. Shari Korthuis, Ithaca resident, also spoke about the membership of the IDA and agreed with Stephanie's comments. She also believes the Workers' Center needs to be represented. She spoke of her review of the IDA's financial statements from 2009 through 2016 and said there needs to be something other than tax abatements. Tim Willard, Town of Newfield resident, spoke about a Bill in Congress called Conceal and Carry Reciprocity Act and questioned the Legislature's opinion on whether Congress should impose this Act. Amanda Kirchgessner, Tompkins County resident, read a statement and spoke of the history of the formation of IDA's and believes the policies should be reshaped. She also agrees that working people need representation in this process and on the IDA. 16 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Daniel Goulden, Tompkins County resident, also spoke of his belief of having a representative from the Workers' Center on the IDA. Report from a Municipal Officials Ducson Nguyen, Common Council Member, City of Ithaca, referred to comments Mr. Lillard had made under Privilege of the Floor and stated the City passed a resolution in May 2017 opposing the Conceal and Carry Reciprocity Act. He reported Common Council authorized the City Attorney to begin legal actions against the opioid manufacturers. The Downtown and Collegetown design guidelines have passed and will provide the Planning Board with more specificity with regard to design and appearance of buildings. Mr. Nguyen explained that following the Planning and Economic Development Committee's discussion of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan there was public outcry regarding the consultant's suggestion of selling some of the smaller park properties. The City has assured the community that no such action would be taken and that it was only a suggestion from the consultant. The Committee also passed the Planned Unit Development Overlay District where a developer can propose something that does not conform to zoning that will be brought before Common Council to obtain special consideration. The Committee also reviewed the Green Building Policy that involves more energy efficiencies and reducing the construction costs to make them more affordable. Mr. Nguyen stated the City is continuing to seek volunteers for the four advisory commissions created earlier this year. Presentation — Tourism Program Tom Knipe, Tompkins County Tourism Program Director, introduced Peggy Coleman, Director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, and provided a PowerPoint presentation entitled Tompkins County Tourism Program, Promoting Economic Development & Enhancing Quality of Life. Mr. Knipe and Ms. Coleman provided a detailed overview about the tourism industry and programs and distributed a travel guide brochure. Ms. Coleman announced Tom Knipe will be honored at the Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner and he will be receiving the Howard Cogan Tourism Award. It was noted Mr. Knipe will be starting in a new position of Deputy Director of Economic Development in the City of Ithaca. Ms. Kelles requested a copy of the investment report as referenced in the presentation; Mr. Knipe agreed to provide that information. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-9: Award of 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation Grant to Historic Ithaca for Joint Heritage Tourism Program Implementation (ID #7525) 17 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan on September 18, 2012, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has adopted a Heritage Tourism Implementation Plan that further identifies priority actions for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a dedicated funding source for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, known as the Strategic Tourism Implementation (STI) fund, and WHEREAS, the Joint Historic Ithaca/History Center Heritage Tourism Program is eligible for funding as Strategic Tourism Implementation project, and WHEREAS, Historic Ithaca and the History Center have provided leadership over the past two years in implementing the STPB's vision for heritage tourism development, and the STPB voted to recommend partial funding for one-year implementation of the Joint Historic Ithaca/History Center Heritage Tourism Program in the amount of $55,150, and WHEREAS, funding exists within the hotel room occupancy tax -funded Tourism Program budget for 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the following grant is awarded 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation funding: Applicant / Project Award Historic Ithaca, Inc., Joint Historic Ithaca /History Center Heritage Tourism $55,150 Program RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to sign any agreements pertaining to the aforementioned project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 20 Resolution No. 2018-10: 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation Program Budget Adjustment (ID #7532) 18 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan on September 18, 2012, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a dedicated funding source for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, known as the Strategic Tourism Implementation (STI) fund, and WHEREAS, $268,000 was allocated but unspent from the modified 2017 budget for Strategic Tourism Implementation, and WHEREAS the Strategic Tourism Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend that these funds be reallocated to the 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation budget, and WHEREAS, letters of interest for Strategic Tourism Implementation funding will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis in 2018, with specific allocations to be made by the Tompkins County Legislature on recommendation of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Strategic Tourism Implementation program budget for 2018 is increased by $268,000 bringing the total modified 2018 budget for this program from $135,000 to $403,000, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: Appropriation: 6475.54497 Strategic Tourism Plan $268,000 Revenue: 6475.41113 Room Tax $268,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE Il - 20 Resolution No. 2018-11: Allocation of 2018 St rategic Tourism Implementation Funding to t he County's Tompkins Center for History and Culture Capita 1 Project Budget (ID #7531) 19 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan on September 18, 2012, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has adopted a Heritage Tourism Implementation Plan that further identifies priority actions for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, including the establishment of a new home for The History Center, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a dedicated funding source for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, known as the Strategic Tourism Implementation (STI) fund, and WHEREAS, the STPB voted to recommend funding in full for the STI proposal for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture project including $100,000 in 2018 to support a portion of the County's $450,000 expected contribution towards required code -related improvements, bringing the County's expected contribution from other sources towards these improvements down to $350,000, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a capital project budget from which to purchase and make required capital improvements to the Tompkins Trust Building for use as the Tompkins Center for History and Culture, and WHEREAS, the STPB has requested that were the County to sell the former Tompkins Trust Building in the future due to failure of the project to move forward as anticipated, so that the code improvements to the building are not completed and the Tompkins Center for History and Culture does not open, that the $100,000 in room tax funds authorized by this resolution be returned to the room tax reserve account, and WHEREAS, with the budget adjustment authorized by a separate resolution, Strategic Tourism Implementation funding for this project exists within the hotel room occupancy tax -funded Tourism Program budget for 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That $100,000 is transferred from the room -tax funded Strategic Tourism Implementation program budget to the County's capital project budget for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture project to support renovation of the former Tompkins Trust Building, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment in fiscal year 2018 from the General Fund - Room Tax Unit to the Tompkins Center for History and Culture Project Capital Account HB1617.59239.16.17: A FUND (GENERAL FUND) 20 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Decrease Appropriation: 6475.54497 Strategic Tourism Plan ($100,000) Increase Appropriation: 6475.54802 Contribution to Construction $100,000 HB FUND (BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS FUND) Increase Revenue: HB 1617.45031.16.17 Increase Appropriation: HB 1617.59239.16.17 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Interfund (A) $100,000 Tompkins Ctr for History/Culture Project $100,000 Resolution No. 2018-12: 2018 Tourism Grant Programs Budget Adjustments (ID #7524) Mr. Sigler disclosed that he works in advertising and hopes to receive some of this funding and was granted permission to abstain from voting. RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 0] MOVER: Glenn Morey, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson ABSTAIN: Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a variety of grant programs through its Tourism Program using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has a policy to allow these grant programs to roll allocated but unspent grant funds from a given year into the next year, and WHEREAS, the sources for these budget adjustments include allocated but unspent funds from the previous year and funds from released encumbrances for projects for which the full amount of the original award was not required to complete the project, and WHEREAS, these budget adjustments do not impact the expected room tax reserve balance because they are moving forward unspent and returned funds from 2017 into the into the 2018 budget, and WHEREAS, in the case of the Tourism Capital Grant budget, $43,480 of the recommended $49,874 budget adjustment is to support implementation of the Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail project, which has been previously approved but requires an adjustment to the 2018 budget to move those unspent 2017 funds into the 2018 budget for this project, and WHEREAS, in the case of the Arts & Culture Organizational Development Grant program, the need for the recommended budget adjustment to this program to allow for partners to be funded (in aggregate) at historic levels was previously reported to the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee 21 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 during process of reviewing the 2018 room tax budget, and WHEREAS, all specific awards and allocations of grant funds for the grant programs in question will be made by the Tompkins County Legislature upon the recommendation of the STPB through the typical grant application, review, and award processes for those programs, and WHEREAS, the STPB voted to recommend these budget adjustments at its December 20, 2017, meeting, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Tourism Capital Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $49,874, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $213,260 to $263,134, RESOLVED, further, That the Tourism Marketing & Advertising Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $3,135, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $50,000 to $53,135, RESOLVED, further, That the Community Celebrations Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $1,090, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $35,500 to $36,590, RESOLVED, further, That the New Tourism Initiative Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $6,900, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $74,000 to $80,900, RESOLVED, further, That the Tourism Project Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $23,373, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $84,000 to $107,373, RESOLVED, further, That the Arts & Culture Organizational Development Grant Program budget for 2018 is increased by $7,523, bringing the total 2018 budget for this program from $222,347 to $229,870, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustments for 2018: Revenue: 6475.54625 Tourism Capital Grants $49,874 Revenue: 6475.54626 Marketing & Adv Grants $3,135 Revenue: 6475.54623 Community Celebrations $1,090 Revenue: 6475.54628 New Tourism Initiative Grants $6,900 Revenue: 6475.54624 Tourism Projects $23,373 Revenue: 6475.54619 Arts & Cultl Orgs Stabil $7,523 $91,895 Expenditure: 6475.41113 Room Tax $91,895 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 20 Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments 22 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Ms. Robertson read the statement below and made the following appointments: Transition, Preservation, and Progress "In thinking about the work ahead of us in 2018, I'd like to talk tonight about transition, preservation, and progress. "The most casual glance at Tompkins County government for 2018 would have to identify "transition" as one of our inevitable priorities for the year. For the first time in my 16 years on the county legislature, we're bringing on a new county administrator, two new deputy administrators, and five new legislators, all within a few months. We all look forward to welcoming Jason Molino into the fold! Rumor has it he's already rented an apartment and we might be seeing him around town! This is a great opportunity to think creatively about new systems and structures. However, there is no doubt that these transitions will require special attention and time, while we also work to preserve what we have and make progress on our ongoing initiatives. "While embracing change, a second overall goal for us in 2018 might be termed "preservation." We are anxiously watching developments at the state and federal level, because their decisions about budgets, regulations, and other policies affect county government in fundamental ways. New legislators, you're going to hear a lot about "unfunded mandates." For example, although New York State has capped the growth in local Medicaid spending, the cost to county taxpayers is still very high. Approximately 24% of our property tax levy goes directly to pay for that one unfunded mandate, and the percentage is much larger in many counties. If the federal government cuts Medicaid, as seems very possible, we could see even more of the program's costs passed on to us. "But we can't just hold tight to what we have; we must move forward and make progress on many fronts where our path is already clear, but we still have much work to do. You will do that work in our committees. That's where the rubber meets the road, so as I describe the work of our committees for the year, I'll highlight some of those areas. "2018 LEGISLATURE COMMITTEES: "My thanks to our Vice Chair, Anna Kelles, for joining my meetings with each of you and collaborating on this list with me, in all its detail. "I'm making the following appoint ments, effective February 1, 2018. If you don't hear something on this list that we've talked about, it's because many of the appointments go through the oversight committees or follow another process. "A word ab out Vice Ch airs: You'll notice that new legislators are named as vice chairs, with one exception. I hope that this will be an opportunity for mentorship, as you who are chairs work closely with your vice chairs to develop your committee's priorities for the year and your monthly agendas. "Schedules: Cathy Covert has drafted a preliminary committee schedule; it's in your red folders. When we take a break in a little while, I'll ask you to get together in your committees and see if these dates will work. Cathy needs to finalize the schedule by Friday, so we don't have to finish this tonight, but we should start. 23 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Budget, Capital, and Pe rsonnel - M ike Lane (C hair), McBe an-Clairborne (Vice Chair), Morey, Klein, Sigler The diversity of the County's workforce has been a concern for many years; there's been progress, but we can do better. I will ask Budget, Capital, and Personnel to make that a priority this year. A welcoming and inclusive workplace will help us recruit and retain quality talent that represents our entire community, and to better serve all our residents. Facilities and Infrastructure - McKenna (Chair), Koreman (Vice Chair), Klein, Morey, Granison In addition to the ongoing work of F&I, I've asked Dave to take a careful look at the space needs for the downtown departments, especially Administration and Human Resources. We're bringing new staff into Administration - the Criminal Justice Coordinator as well as a second Deputy Administrator - and at the moment they would have nowhere to sit. Human Resources is particularly stressed for space and that should be addressed this year. Government Operations - Klein (Chair), Dawson (Vice Chair), John, Lane, Champion Dan has told Anna and me that he's committed to continuing the review of our administrative policies that Deputy Administrator Paula Younger had led for several years - and the committee may even finish the job this year! In addition, Dan is interested in considering a few new policies, including such ideas as getting a Legislature sign on the outside of this building to the third rail of employee parking. Dan is a brave person, indeed. Health and Human S ervices - Black (Chair), Kelles ( Vice Cha ir), McB ean-Clairborne, Granison, Champion HHS is the exception to the idea of new legislators being vice chairs, as I mentioned before. In this case, Shawna will be chair with the strong support of Anna, last year's HHS Chair. Shawna's professional involvement with the human services community and demonstrated deep commitment to the issues in HHS will serve her well to lead this year. This committee will need to closely follow state and federal decisions that will impact us and our residents, and keep the rest of us well-informed and prepared to advocate, if necessary. In addition, I hope you'll collaborate with Public Safety on cross -cutting issues and programs. Specifically, the opioid crisis is a very high priority this year, with relevance to both committees. You may want to hold joint meetings from time to time as the need arises. Planning, Development, and Environmental Qua lite - Kelles (Chair), Champion (Vice Chair), McKenna, Dawson, Koreman Among PDEQ's many issues, energy will always be a top priority. This year will be pivotal in working with NYSEG and the PSC on the development of non -pipeline alternatives to our energy needs. This initiative could be transformative if it proceeds with a full commitment to providing energy for our growing community while reducing our greenhouse gas emissions at the same time. The timing is terrific to get our Business Energy Navigator program up and running. In a change from recent years, oversight of the Tourism program moves back to PDEQ from Budget. Public Safety - John (Chair), Granison (Vice Chair), Kelles, McKenna, Black Beyond staving off damage from state and federal decisions, we're under continued pressure from the State Commission of Correction regarding our jail variance. Therefore an immediate priority for Public Safety is to make sure we implement the new and enhanced programs that we've 24 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 budgeted for, to keep our jail population low, to lower the population even further, and - most importantly - to give people the best possible opportunities for success. It will be important for Public Safety to track changes at the state level, e.g., bail reform and implementation of Raise the Age. I also hope we'll see collaboration on issues with the City of Ithaca, such as Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, or LEAD, and possible co -location. Finally, succession planning in key departments should be on this committee's agenda. Workforce Diversion and Inclusion - McBean-Clairborne (Chair) I know Leslyn has great plans for WDIC this year, including updating the Climate Survey. I hope there will be a strong emphasis on our work with county departments to improve success in hiring and retention of diverse employees. If it would be helpful to report directly to the program committees on the demographics of their respective departments, I hope that can be done in collaboration with Human Resources. "SPECIAL COMMITTEES Jail Study - folds into Public Safety (possible extra meetings in some months) Old Library - finished Transportation Committee - Lane (Chair), Morey (Vice Chair), Sigler, Black, Dawson We would like the Transportation Committee to continue this year, to provide input and direction in the development of specific projects and serve as a point of entry into the County legislative process. Projects to consider include: o possible Rt. 13 Corridor Study; o Airport Renovation/Expansion; o communication with TCAT about its plans for relocation; o county -wide problem spots; and o multi -modal initiatives, such as infrastructure for pedestrians and bicyclists. Housing Committee - Robertson (Chair), Sigler (Vice Chair), Kelles, Koreman, Dawson Housing is a perennial problem that impacts all sectors of our community and economy, and we can't take our feet off the gas in looking for solutions. With a new senior planner joining our staff to focus on housing, appointing this committee is an effort to give additional attention and accelerate progress. In addition to implementation of the Housing Strategy and oversight of our ongoing housing programs, this committee will consider new initiatives, such as the possible Housing Capital Reserve Fund. "For 2018, these are Chair's appointments that are made annually, as follows: Tompkins County Area Development Board of Directors Martha Robertson Anna Kelles (as Chair of PDEQ) Chamber of Commerce Martha Robertson (Legislature Chair has designated seat, per Chamber bylaws) Anna Kelles, Alternate Extension Service - One liaison, second liaison optional 25 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Dave McKenna Local Advisory Board on Assessment Review Caroline/Danby - Dan Klein Newfield/Enfield - Dave McKenna Groton - Glenn Morey Dryden - Mike Lane, Martha Robertson Town of Ithaca - Amanda Champion, Shawna Black, Deborah Dawson Lansing - Mike Sigler, Deborah Dawson Ulysses - Anne Koreman City of Ithaca - Henry Granison, Anna Kelles, Richard John, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Leslyn McBean-Clairborne - Chair Ethics Advisory Board To be determined Ithaca Metropolitan Planning Organization (ITCTC Policy Committee) Michael Lane Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance Michael Stamm Tompkins Center for History and Culture Rich John - Liaison. This is a new role. Rich has played a major part in the negotiations that led to our purchasing the Tompkins Trust building and establishment of the Tompkins Center for History and Culture, and he will be our point person going forward. "Additional appointments - The formal process for many of the other appointments we've discussed in the past week - such as the IDA and the Community Housing Development Fund - actually go through committees, so I won't be announcing those tonight. There are also a few additional slots to be determined, so I may be calling you! "What else will we be working on this year, as we pursue transition, preservation, and progress? "All the work that you'll do in committees will be supplemented by our outreach efforts with New York State and our state delegation. Many of us are going to the NYSAC Legislative Conference in a few weeks, where we'll continue the conversation we started last month with the Governor's representatives, on several crucial issues. Jason Molino will be joining us at NYSAC and for our lobbying meetings in the Capitol. "I will also reach out to our federal representatives to share our positions on issues that reach us at the county level. Please stay tuned for opportunities to directly meet with them and their representatives; it's always more persuasive when more Legislators show up. "We look forward to strengthened intermunicipal collaborations this year, on law enforcement, the opioid crisis and other human services, housing, and energy, and I'm sure other issues will arise through TCCOG. And we're excited about a stronger relationship with Ithaca College, with our long-term Deputy County Administrator Paula Younger's move "up the hill." We also hope to strengthen the support for 26 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 TC3 that we jointly provide with Cortland County, and continue our strong working relationship with Cornell University. "As you know, I was chair of this body before, for four years. Among you only Leslyn, Dave, and Mike Lane were here then. I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this body again. I don't know about you, but I'm glad we have four-year terms, so that we can all settle in for the work ahead. As we do, I would like to reflect on Joe Mareane's nine years of leadership here, and what we can take from his example. Nobody can "be" Joe, a point I've already expressed to Jason Molino. But we can learn from the impact he had on all of us. "In my opinion, Joe's success teaches us to share credit widely for our successes, while we also accept responsibility directly for our mistakes. Be proud of what we're doing well but know that we can do better, and commit to it. Be humble, and always maintain a sense of humor. Respect experience but welcome the new. Embrace change and look for the opportunities it represents. "Spring is usually the time of renewal. Tonight, it feels like spring is a long way away, but as I look out at you, the 2018 Tompkins County Legislature, I feel that renewal is right around the corner. Let's get to work!" Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add to the agenda the appointments of Don Trotter and Thompson Terry to the Library Board of Trustees. Ms. Robertson granted Mr. McKenna permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Authorization to Execute an Agreement with the Town of Dryden, Adjust the Budget to Transfer from the Highway Fund Balance, and Amend the Capital Program - Freese Road Bridge over Fall Creek (BIN 3209800) and South George Road Bridge over Virgil Creek (BIN 3209830), Reconstruction and Future Maintenance. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 7473) Water Resources Council - terms expire December 31, 2020 Kristen Hychka - At -large representative Linda P. Wagenet - At -large representative Sharon Anderson - Cooperative Extension representative Michelle Henry - Environmental Management Council representative Public Information Advisory Board 27 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Pat Pryor - term expires December 31, 2019 Library Board of Trustees James Loehr - term expires December 31, 2020 Kristine Altucher - term expires December 31, 2020 Martha Hardesty - term expires December 31, 2020 Sunn Shelley Wong - term expires December 31, 2019 Don Trotter - term expires December 31, 2020 Thompson Terry - term expires December 31, 2020 Strategic Tourism Planning Terms expire December 31, 2018 Scott Wiggins - At -large representative Terms expire December 31, 2019 Baruch J. Whitehead - Arts/Culture representative Andrew Zepp - Recreation representative Terms expire December 31, 2020: Kelli Cartmill - Lodging representative Joshua Friedman - Arts/Culture representative Resolution No. 2018-13: Authorization to Participate in State Septic System Replacement Fund— Health Department (ID #7553) WHEREAS, the Clean Water Infrastructure Act of 2017 established the "State Septic System Replacement Fund" and the Tompkins County Health has the opportunity to participate, and WHEREAS, the Fund is being targeted to priority geographic areas within participating counties that contain drinking water supplies where septic systems and cesspools are known or suspected to be impacting the water body, and WHEREAS, the Health Department wishes to participate in the program by providing grants from the Fund to reimburse selected property owners for a portion of the cost of replacing failing septic systems and installing more environmentally effective systems, and WHEREAS, property owners can be reimbursed for up to 50% of eligible costs incurred for septic system projects up to $10,000, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Health Department is authorized to participate in said program, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE 1I-20 28 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Resolution No. 2018- 14: Authoriz ation to Accept Fun ds, Execut a Contract, and Budget Adjustment — Community Health — Health Department (ID #7552) WHEREAS, the Excellus Health Plan, Inc., has awarded three years of grant funding for the Health Department to initiate collaboration with area primary care providers for point -of -care blood -lead level testing, making on-site lead testing available in more primary care settings, thereby increasing compliance with mandated screening requirements among children aged one and two years old, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Health Department is authorized to accept said funds, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the grant, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2018 on his books for the Tompkins Lead Testing Improvement Project grant: REVENUE: 4016.42770 APPROPRIATION: 4016.52220 4016.54354 4016.54333 4016.54442 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Other Misc. Revenue $ 14,038 Departmental Equipment $ 6,600 Medical Supplies $ 3,438 Education and Promotion $ 500 Professional Svc Fees $ 3,500 Resolution No. 201 8-15: Audit of Final Pa yment - Bouley Associates, I nc. - Tompkins County Recycling and Solid Waste Center Construction Upgrades (ID #7559) WHEREAS, Bouley Associates Inc., General Contractor, of Auburn, New York, has completed their contract to our satisfaction with all closeout documents submitted and satisfactory for the Tompkins County 2017 Recycling and Solid Waste Center Construction Upgrades, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the following final claim against the County of Tompkins be and hereby is audited by the Legislature: Vendor Payment Request Account No. Amount Bouley Associates, Inc. 6 (Final) HH8101.59239 $28,644.80 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. HH8101.59239. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 20 29 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-16: Acceptanc a of Grant from Clean E nergy Communities Pr ogram of the New York State En ergy Re search and Development Authority (NYSERDA) for Greeni ng the County Fleet and for Developing a Business Energy Navigator Program (ID #7471) WHEREAS, Tompkins County was the applicant to the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Clean Energy Communities (CEC) grant program for the purpose of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing cost-effective energy solutions for County government operations, and WHEREAS, the County has been awarded grant funds from NYSERDA over a three-year implementation period for two purposes: (1) greening the County's fleet and (2) developing a Business Energy Navigator program, and WHEREAS, greening of the County's fleet will advance conversion to plug-in electric vehicles (PEV) by matching County and potentially New York State incentive funds to cover the approximately $10,000/PEV cost differential between a gasoline vehicle and a PEV, providing funds for materials required to install level one charging stations for each PEV, and supporting creation of a long-term schedule for conversion and rightsizing of the County fleet, and WHEREAS, the Business Energy Navigator program will work with businesses in their earliest stages of design and conceptualization of new construction or major renovation projects to help set energy goals and understand energy options, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature, in anticipation of the award of this grant, included in its 2018 adopted budget a portion of the grant funds and a portion of the matching funds, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) has committed three years of funding contributions for 2018, 2019, and 2020 to support the Business Energy Navigator program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County hereby accepts Clean Energy Communities Grant funds in the amount of $250,000 to be received over a three-year period, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget, Revenues 8020.43959 State Aid Planning $ -27,658 8027.43959 State Aid Planning $ 31,250 TOTAL REVENUES $ 3,592 Expenditures 8020.51000049 Project Assistant $ 4,500 30 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 8020.58800 Fringes $ -6,871 8027.52125 Mechanical Equipment $ 3,600 8027.52231 Vehicles $ 10,000 8027.54444 Professional Services $ 7,199 8020.510000609 Sr. Planner $ -14,836 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 3,592 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 7 (for greening fleet); TYPE II -21 (for Business Energy Navigator) Resolution No. 2018-17: Accepta nee of Disability Employment Initiative Funding - Tompkins County Workforce Development Board (ID #7542) WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Labor has received a United States Department of Labor Round VIII Disability Employment Initiative Grant, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board collaborated with the New York State Department of Labor in the grant application and will be a grant subrecipient, and WHEREAS, this funding is the first year of a three-year grant and will provide support to youth (ages 14-24) with visible/non-visible/significant disabilities (including those who have chronic health conditions) in order to improve employment outcomes by increasing their participation in existing career pathways/programs, and WHEREAS, no local funding is requested for this initiative, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby accepts the funding in the amount of $18,785, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following adjustment to the 2018 budget: REVENUE: CD6290.44790 Federal Aid Job Training $ 18,785 APPROPRIATION: CD6290.54412 Travel/Training $ 2,000 CD6290.54414 Local Mileage $ 1,500 CD6290-54400 Program Expenses $ 9,335 CD6290-52214 Office Furnishings $ 500 CD6290-52206 Computer Equipment $ 1,000 CD6290-54330 Printing $ 3,000 CD6290-54472 Telephone $ 400 CD6290-54452 Postage $ 500 CD6290-54303 Office Supplies $ 550 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 31 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-18: Accepta nce of Disability Employment Initiative Funding - Tompkins County Office of Employment and Training (ID #7543) WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Labor has received a United States Department of Labor Round VIII Disability Employment Initiative Grant, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board collaborated with the New York State Department of Labor in the grant application and will be a grant subrecipient and desires to pass a portion of the funding to the Office of Employment and Training, and WHEREAS, this funding is the first year of a three-year grant and will provide support to youth (ages 14-24) with visible/non-visible/significant disabilities (including those who have chronic health conditions) in order to improve employment outcomes by increasing their participation in existing career pathways/programs, and WHEREAS, no local funding is requested for this initiative, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby accepts the funding in the amount of $179,815, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following adjustment to the 2018 budget: REVENUE: CD6292.44790 Federal Aid Job Training $ 179,815 APPROPRIATION: CD6292.51000761 Workforce Development Specialist $ 52,437 CD6292.58800 Fringe $ 25,878 CD6292.54412 Travel/Training $ 3,000 CD6292.54414 Local Mileage $ 1,000 CD6292-54400 Program Expenses $ 96,000 CD6292-52206 Computer Equipment $ 1,500 SEQR ACTION: TYPE JI -20 Resolution No. 2018- 19: Authoriz ation of New York State Departm ent of Transportation (NYSDOT) Federal T ransit As sistance Agr eement with T ompkins County (C005634), Job Access, Reverse Commute, and New F reedom Programs (ID #7560) WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) authorized a Federal Transit Assistance Agreement (C005634) to Tompkins County, pursuant to the Job Access and Reverse Commute and New Freedom Program for 2016-2017, and WHEREAS, NYSDOT awarded a total of $153,000 in Federal Transit Assistance to Tompkins County for the Way2Go Mobility Management Project operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, under contract with the County, now therefore be it 32 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or designee to execute the Federal Transit Assistance Agreement (C005634) awarded by NYSDOT, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:28 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:35 p.m. Health and Human Services Committee Mr. Lane asked if the Committee is looking into Narcan being available in County Buildings: Ms. Kelles said those discussions are happening in some departments. She will look into it further. Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee Resolution No. 2018-20: Authorizing the County Administrator to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ithaca Regarding Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) Facility (ID #7458) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, on October 9, 1991, the County entered into a Regional Transit Facility Construction and Operation Agreement to establish terms for ownership, construction, and operation of the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) facility, and WHEREAS, in consideration of the County's financial contribution to the project, the City agreed to convey one-half of its right, title, and interest in the facility and defined surrounding lands, and WHEREAS, the transfer has not taken place but the parties agree to protect the County's interest through a memorandum of understanding which provides that the County will receive half of the proceeds of any future sale or income derived from the property, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into a memorandum of understanding with the City of Ithaca securing the County's interest in future proceeds derived from the 33 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 facility and accompanying lands. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-21: Amending Section 224 of New York State County Law to Permit Counties to Appropriate Funds Towards the Development, Maintenance, or Management of Affordable Housing (ID #7527) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 224 of the New York State County Law provides the option for a county board of supervisors to appropriate and contract for public benefit services, and specifically to contract with non-profit organizations and other corporations, associations, and agencies within the county for the purposes listed in Section 224, and WHEREAS, the list of objects and purposes for these optional appropriations and contracts for public benefit services does not include the development, maintenance, or management of affordable housing, and WHEREAS, an inadequate supply of affordable housing that is well maintained and managed is a long-standing challenge that significantly impacts the health, safety, and well-being of many individuals and families in Tompkins County and throughout the state of New York, and WHEREAS, this inadequate supply of affordable housing, together with the older housing stock common throughout Tompkins County and the state of New York, compromises the health and safety of community members who may be forced to live in unsafe housing conditions and/or use precious resources that might pay for adequate food, medicine, and clothing in order to secure housing for themselves and their families, and WHEREAS, counties in the state of New York are permitted to spend Federal and New York State funds provided to them for the purposes of developing, maintaining, or managing affordable housing and to contract with other organizations to carry out these purposes, and WHEREAS, although counties cannot address affordable housing challenges alone, counties in the state of New York have no mechanism under the current County Law to use any local funds to assist in the development, maintenance, or management of affordable housing and are therefore largely powerless absent the award of Federal or New York State funds for these affordable housing efforts, and WHEREAS, without the authority to spend local resources on affordable housing, counties in the state of New York are facing a crisis in affordable housing development, as Federal and State funding for this urgent and critical need may be significantly cut in the near future, now therefore be it 34 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, January 16, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges the New York State Legislature to amend Section 224 of the New York State County Law as follows: (29) Development, maintenance, or management of affordable housing. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -37 Minutes of Previous Meeting January 2, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 8:03 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:10 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to discuss two personnel matters about particular employees and with respect to disciplinary action with one employee. An executive session was held at 8:10 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:32 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m. 35 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 2-20-18 Tuesday, February 6, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson Tiff Member Member Member tatus Arrived Departed Present Present Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Excused Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Late 6:16 PM David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present 7:30 PM Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Privilege of the Floor by the Public Theo Whitley, Tompkins County resident, spoke of the rally held on the Commons this afternoon about defending human rights and how people do not feel safe including himself. He thanked the Legislature for allowing people to speak in a safe space and spoke of transparency and accountability in government. Ella Diaz, Ithaca, spoke of the recent arrests in Tompkins County by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) and asked the Legislature to revisit the resolution entitled Resolution to Maintain a Safe, Inclusive Government and Ensure the Protection, Order, Conduct, Safety, Health, and Well -Being of All Persons in Tompkins County as she does not believe there is compliance by police officers in Tompkins County. She expressed concern with procedure and protocol and believes there needs to be something in place to check on constituents including farming communities. She hopes that information will be released on ICE interactions and the arrests in the community and farming areas. Arthur Godin, Town of Enfield, expressed his concern with the recent arrests by ICE and said he appreciates the Legislature's support. He asked how he can reinforce the action taken by the Legislature previously to resist the actions taken by ICE and how citizens can question the most recent events by ICE agents. Carolina Osorio Gil, City of Ithaca, spoke of the "Stop Criminalizing Our People" rally held on 36 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 the Commons this afternoon and said 150 people attended. It brought together different groups working on various issues. She spoke of the recent ICE raids and said she would like the Legislature to think about community members who are undocumented and how they are represented and consider how to work to protect these people. Stephanie, Tompkins County resident, spoke about the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) appointments on the Legislature agenda this evening. The IDA gave large tax breaks to the business she worked for at minimum wage. She believes Tax Abatements given by IDA are ridiculous and do not help workers. She has attended every IDA meeting in the past year and would like the Legislature to understand the problems. Teresa Alt, City of Ithaca resident, expressed concern about the appointments to the IDA and stated the proposed appointments do not coincide with New York State Law. The purpose of the IDA is to promote the creation of good jobs. She suggested someone who represents the working people be appointed as a member of the IDA. Amanda Kirchgessner, Town of Ulysses, also spoke of the IDA appointments and believes workers need to be represented on the IDA. She stated the wages received by workers in the community do not match the cost to living in the area. Joanna, Town of Enfield, thanked the Legislature for the work that has been done to protect all people in the County especially the immigrants and hopes that work will continue. She spoke of the recent arrests by ICE and asked if there were steps the Legislature could take to learn what is happening. In addition, she spoke of her support to have someone appointed to the IDA that represents the working people. She also spoke of the outstanding work of the Multicultural Resource Center to bring people and organizations together on the many issues affecting the County. Shari Korthuis, Ithaca resident, spoke against the recent ICE events that have taken place in this community including arresting a 30 -year resident. She also spoke about the LEAD program and that 70% of the Jail population is un -sentenced. She believes there should be Medicare for all and that there are too many inequalities in this country. Febina Colon, Tompkins County resident and Director of the Multicultural Resource Center, spoke of the rally held this afternoon on the Commons addressing various issues locally, nationally, and internationally. This was an opportunity to bring people together. She spoke of the importance of accountability, responsibility, and morality. She commented that people cannot afford to live here and spoke of the barriers. Lastly, she spoke of the recent situation at the Ithaca High School and said systemic racism exists. Beth, Tompkins County resident, spoke of injustice and the racism her bi-racial child has experienced in the Trumansburg School District. She said her child was removed from her care and she is not allowed to have any contact with law enforcement or any other agency to check on her. She said no one will help her. Racism is too big in this community and the community is not as open as it used to be. Katharine Celentano, Ithaca resident, provided an update on the LEAD program and the history of it. She said progress is being made and the Policy Coordinating group will be meeting in February. Minsum Fisher -York, a Junior at Cascadilla School, read an article she wrote that was in the Ithaca Journal regarding systemic racism in the community. She spoke of people of color and in lower- income classes being overlooked and would like that to change. 37 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Mrs. McBean-Clairborne arrived at this time. Report from a Municipal Official(s) George McGonagal, Common Council Member, reported the Council will meet tomorrow and will be considering development guidelines for Collegetown and Downtown to improve future development and a new HUD proposal that would supersede current zoning. He also spoke about the effort to return the Elmira television station to basic cable and thanked the Legislature for considering a resolution that will be presented at the next meeting. He thinks the resolutions from municipalities are worthwhile because Charter Communications needs to know the County's position. Congressman Reed's office and Senator O'Mara's office are also working on this issue. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson made the following appointments: Special Negotiating Committees CSEA White Collar and CSEA Blue Collar Mike Lane Glenn Morey Dan Klein Amy Guererri Jason Molino Corrections Union and Road Patrol/Civil Division Rich John Mike Lane Jason Molino Amy Guererri Kenneth Lansing Brian Robison Extension Service Amanda Champion Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee Resolution No. 2018-22: Appointments to Industrial Development Agency (ID #7598) 38 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 3] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Amanda Champion, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Shawna Black, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, Section 856 of the General Municipal Law authorized that the Tompkins County Legislature designate the members of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) by resolution, and WHEREAS, members of the TCIDA who are also members of the Tompkins County Legislature shall be appointed annually by the Chair of the County Legislature subject to the approval of the Legislature, and WHEREAS, non -legislator board members shall be appointed for a term of two years by the same process, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following members be appointed to the Industrial Development Agency to serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, effective immediately: Rich John - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Martha Robertson - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Leslyn McBean-Clairborne - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Mike Sigler - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Laura Lewis - Member, At -Large (term expires 12/31/19) RESOLVED, further, That Rich John serve as the Chair of the Industrial Development Agency, RESOLVED, further, That the following members are continuing in their terms on the Industrial Development Agency: Jennifer Tavares - TCAD representative (term expires 12/31/18) Grace Chiang - Member, At -Large (term expires 12/31/18) RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is authorized and directed to file with the Secretary of State a Certificate of Appointment. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. 39 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Koreman Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7571) Office for the Aging Advisory Committee Mary Oltz - term expires December 31, 2020 Advisory Board on Indigent Representation Heidi S. Paulino, Esq. - term expires December 31, 2020 Environmental Management Council Cait Darfler, Town of Ulysses representative - term expires December 31, 2019 Resolution No. 2018- 23: Budget Adjustm ent - Interdepartm ent Revenues - Departm ent of Probation and Community Justice (ID #7572) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustments on his books for 2017: Revenue Acct Title Amt Approp Acct Title 3140.42771 Interdepartment Revenue $ -1,576 3141.58800 Fringes 3142.42771 Interdepartment Revenue $-10,565 3142.58800 Fringes SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-24: Approval of Appoin tment to the Tom pkins County Council o Governments (TCCOG) (ID #7585) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Council of Governments is an association of local governments organized to provide a forum of discussion, study, and negotiation leading to agreements for more efficient, improved, and/or less costly delivery of government services, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Martha Robertson be appointed as a member and Anna Kelles be appointed as the alternate member to the 40 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Tompkins County Council of Governments (TCCOG). SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 2018-25: Approval of Designations of Successors to Serve in the Absence of the Department Head (ID #7587) WHEREAS, Section 3.03(e) of the County Charter specifies that the County Administrator and specified department heads shall designate in writing, and in order of succession, the deputies (or in the absence of officially designated deputies, the employees of the department) who shall possess the powers and perform the duties of the principal in the event of the latter's absence from the County or inability to perform or exercise the powers of the office, and WHEREAS, the Charter further requires those designations, except department heads elected on a countywide basis, to be approved by the Tompkins County Legislature annually, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following designations of successors are hereby approved, RESOLVED, further, That this list is complete and supersedes all previous designations: Desi nations of Successors Desi anon Department of County Administration: County Administrator Deputy County Administrator County Attorney Director of Finance Department of Assessment: Director Assistant Director Department of Finance: Director Director of Accounting Services Treasury Manager Department of Law: County Attorney Deputy County Attorney Department of Human Resources: Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Department of Health: Public Health Director Public Health Administrator Director of Community Health Environmental Health Director Medical Examiner Deputy Medical Examiner Deputy Medical Examiner Department of Planning and Sustainability: Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Planning Administrator 41 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 42 Department of Airport: Director Deputy Director Airport - O erations/ARFF Chief Deputy Director Airport - Administration Senior Airport Operations/Firefighter Department of Facilities: Director Assistant Director Department of Highway: Director Assistant Director Department of Recycling and Materials Management: Director Assistant Director Communications and Administrative Coordinator Department of Social Services: Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Program Development Specialist Director of Administrative Services Director of Services Department of Mental Health Services: Commissioner Deputy Commissioner/Director of Community Services Fiscal Administrator Medical Director Board of Elections: Democrat Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Board of Elections: Republican Commissioner Deputy Commissioner Department of Probation and Community Justice: Director Deputy Director Department of Youth Services: Director No Designee Office for the Aging: Director NY Connects Coordinator Department of Emergency Response: Director Assistant Director, Fire & Emergency Management Manager, Communication Center Department of Information Technology Services: Director Deputy Director Information Technology Services Elected Officials: For Information Only Sheriff: Undersheriff District Attorney: Deputy District Attorney County Clerk: Deputy County Clerk 42 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-26: Adoption of List of Designated Officers and Employees Req uired to File an Annual Financial Disclosure Form (ID #7590) WHEREAS, State Law requires employees "who hold policy-making positions, as annually determined by" the County to fill out financial disclosure forms, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Local Law No. 2 of 1997 and Administrative Manual Policy 01-29, Standards of Conduct, "key employees" shall be determined by separate resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature, and WHEREAS, the list of "key employees" required to file the annual financial disclosure form has been updated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following list of designated officers and employees required to fill out the annual financial disclosure form be adopted: Title Contracts Coordinator County Administrator Deputy County Administrator Airport Director Deputy Airport Director (2) Director of Assessment Assistant Director of Assessment Valuation Specialists (2) Real Property Appraiser (3) Senior Valuation Specialist (1) Assistant Real Property Appraiser (1) Supervising Attorney Program Coordinator Elections Commissioner (2) Deputy Elections Commissioner (2) Director, Office for the Aging NY Connects Coordinator County Attorney Deputy County Attorney County Clerk Deputy County Clerk District Attorney Deputy District Attorney Director, Emergency Response Communications Center Manager Assistant Director (3) Department/ Division Administration 43 Administration Administration Airport Airport Assessment Assessment Assessment Assessment Assessment Assessment Assigned Counsel Assigned Counsel Board of Elections Board of Elections Office for the Aging Office for the Aging County Attorney County Attorney County Clerk County Clerk District Attorney District Attorney Emergency Response Emergency Response Emergency Response Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Director of Facilities Facilities Assistant Director of Facilities Facilities Director of Finance Finance Deputy Director of Finance Finance Treasury Manager Finance Public Health Director Health Public Health Administrator Health Highway Director Highway Assistant Highway Director Highway Director of Human Rights Human Rights Director, Information Technology Services Information Technology Services Deputy Director, Information Technology Serv. Information Technology Services Clerk of the Legislature Legislature Chief Deputy Clerk of the Legislature Legislature Legislators (14) Legislature Commissioner of Mental Health Mental Health Deputy Commissioner of Mental Health Mental Health Commissioner of Human Resources Human Resources Deputy Commissioner of Human Resources Human Resources Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability Planning and Sustainability Deputy Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability Planning and Sustainability Probation Director II Probation and Community Justice Deputy Director of Probation Probation and Community Justice Sheriff Sheriff Undersheriff Sheriff Captain of Corrections Sheriff Lieutenant of Road Patrol Sheriff Commissioner of Social Services Social Services Deputy Social Services Commissioner Social Services Director of Services Social Services Director of Administrative Services Social Services Program Development Specialist Social Services Recycling and Materials Management Director Recycling and Materials Management Assistant Recycling and Materials Management Director Recycling and Materials Management Director of Weights and Measures Weights and Measures Employment and Training Director Workforce Development Workforce Development Director Workforce Development Youth Services Director Youth Services Administrative Assistant Youth Services RESOLVED, further, That should additional successors need to fill a position that they be asked to fill out an Annual Financial Disclosure form at that time. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-2 7: 2017 Budg et Adjustments to Balance Various Payroll Accounts of the Office for the Aging (ID #7533) 44 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.02 B, transfers involving personnel lines are subject to approval of both the Program Committee and County Legislature, and WHEREAS, the County Office for the Aging (COFA) wishes to adjust various payroll accounts in the 2017 budget in order to properly balance out its accounts, and WHEREAS, COFA has a surplus of County funding within Account 6771 in the amount of $5,937 that can be transferred to these various accounts, and WHEREAS, COFA sees fit to utilize this surplus so as to eliminate negative balances within three (3) different 2017 accounts, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: From: Title Amt A6771-51000547 Ombudsman Program & Outreach Specialist A6771-58800 Fringes $4,140 $1,797 To: Title Amt A6772-51000529 Senior Account Clerk/Typist $1,689 A6772-58800 Fringes 733 A6787-51000517 Outreach Worker 1,900 A6787-58800 Fringes 825 A6791-51000215 Director, Office for the Aging 551 A6791-58800 Fringes 239 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-2 8: Budget Adjustment to Reconcile Multi -Year Ag ing By Desig n Budget a t the Office for the Aging (ID #7567) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.02 B all adjustments over $5,000 must be reviewed and upon the recommendation of the Director of Finance must be approved by the program committee of the budgeting unit and the Legislature, and WHEREAS, Resolution 2017-182 established grant acceptance from the Health Foundation of Western and Central New York for an Aging By Design Grant at the Office for the Aging, and WHEREAS, the period of the grant is from October 1, 2017, through March 31, 2018, and WHEREAS, this budget adjustment is necessary in order to reconcile the budget for the January 1, 2018, through March 31, 2018 period, now therefore be it 45 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: Revenue Account Title Amt Approp Acct Title Amt A6773-42070 Contribution from Private Agency $12,932.47 A6773-51000215 A6773-51000546 A6773-51000559 A6773-58800 A6773-54400 A6773-54491 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Recess Salary $106.00 Salary 2,077.00 Salary 2,077.00 Fringes 2,102.31 Prog. Exp 1,570.16 Subcont. 5,000.00 Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m. Mr. Morey was excused at this time. Government Operations Committee Resolution No. 2018-29: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Termin al -Pay Reimbursement - Information Technology Services Department (ID #7546) This resolution was adopted by a short roll vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Information Technology Services Department had one Systems Analyst retire effective October 20, 2017, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation for 2017: 46 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 6, 2018 FROM: A1990.54440 TO: A1680.51000719 A1680.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Public Safety Committee Contingent Fund Systems Analyst Fringes $ 3,096.85 $ 2,159.44 $ 937.41 Mr. Lane spoke of a traffic safety issue with the rising problem of Driving While Under the Influence of Drugs and the difficulty to prove this other than a blood test. He asked if this could be an issue that can be looked into. Mr. John spoke of the training involved, but said he would look into it. Minutes of Previous Meeting January 16, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman Executive Session It was MOVED by Mr. Granison, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to hold an executive session at 8:10 p.m. for contact discussions and a personnel matter about a particular individual. The meeting returned to open session at 9:30 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. 47 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 3-6-18 Tuesday, February 20, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name W Stat Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Privilege of the Floor by the Public There were no members of the public who wished to speak. Report from a Municipal Official(s) There were no Municipal Officials present. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Robertson gave Mr. Klein permission to withdraw the resolution entitled Resolution to Request Charter Communications/Spectrum to Enter into Dialogue with Municipal Officials in Tompkins County to Explore Restoring WENY TV as Part of the Basic Cable Package for Subscribers in Tompkins County. There were no resolutions added to the agenda. Consent Agenda 48 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7592) Ethics Advisory Board Rich John, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2020 Ernest N. Warren Supreme Court Library Board of Trustees Deborah Dawson, Legislator - term expires October 2, 2018 Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors Amy Guererri, Delegate Sarah Thomas, Alternate Joint Committee on Plan Structure and Design Committee (Health Consortium) Sarah Thomas, County Representative Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Dave McKenna, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2021 Soil and Water Conservation District Dave McKenna, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2018 Deborah Dawson, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2018 Fish and Wildlife Management Board Mike Sigler (Del); Amanda Champion (Alt.) - term expires December 31, 2018 Water Resources Council Amanda Champion - term expires December 31, 2018 Planning Advisory Board Anna Kelles, Legislature Planning Committee Chair or designee - term expires December 31, 2018 Community Housing Development Fund Anna Kelles - no set terms Anne Koreman, Alternate - no set terms Board of Health Shawna Black - term expires December 31, 2019 Greater Ithaca Activities Board Henry Granison - Vacancy - term expires December 31, 2018 49 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Recreation Partnership Board Henry Granison - term expires December 31, 2019 Anna Kelles - term expires December 31, 2019 Personal Emergency Response Service Advisory Board Amanda Champion - term expires December 31, 2019 Regina Gold, At -large representative - term expires December 31, 2018 Tompkins Community Action Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Workforce Diversitv and Inclusion Committee Anne Koreman, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2019 Henry Granison, Legislator - term expires December 31, 2019 Traffic Safety Committee Shawna Black - term expires December 31, 2019 Henry Granison - term expires December 31, 2019 Dave McKenna - term expires December 31, 2020 Anna Kelles - term expires December 31, 2020 Emergency Response and Oversight Committee Henry Granison, Legislator chairing committee responsible for public safety functions or designee - no set terms Chair's Appointment: Ethics Advisory Board Rich John, Chair Resolution No. 2018-30: Authorizing the County Administrator to Execute an Easement to Angelo Sand and Gravel, Inc. - Recycling and M aterials Management Department (ID #7618) WHEREAS, Tompkins County (the "County") owns fee title to a parcel of real property (the "County's Property") that the County acquired from Landfill, Inc. ("Landfill"), by deed dated February 21, 1997, and recorded February 28, 1997, in the Tompkins County Clerk's Office in Liber 790 at page 270, and WHEREAS, William C. Landstrom and his wife Shirley Landstrom (the "Landstroms"), both of whom are now deceased, were the only two shareholders in Landfill, a New York corporation which was dissolved on October 2, 1997, and WHEREAS, the Landstroms were also the only shareholders of Landstrom Gravel Company, Inc. ("Landstrom Gravel"), another New York corporation, which owned the land in the County and in Tioga County (the "Landstrom Gravel Property") that surrounds the County's Property, and WHEREAS, the principal business of Landstrom Gravel was to sell sand and gravel which it extracted from the Landstrom Gravel Property, and 50 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 WHEREAS, a gravel access road approximately 20 feet in width running southeasterly from a point in Hillview Road in the Town of Danby to what was the Landstrom Gravel Property (the "Access Road") has been the only route used for access to the Landstrom Gravel Property where its sand and gravel and principal assets are located, and WHEREAS, the deed to the County for the County's Property mistakenly neglected to reserve the right of Landstrom Gravel, its successors and assigns, for access to the Landstrom Gravel Property over and by use of the Access Road, and WHEREAS, Landstrom Gravel and its successor in ownership of the Landstrom Gravel Property, Angelo Sand and Gravel, Inc. ("Angelo Sand and Gravel"), a New York corporation, have always used the Access Road to access the Landstrom Gravel Property from Hillview Road, and WHEREAS, Landstrom Gravel and Angelo Sand and Gravel have requested and submitted a proposed easement to correct the mistake years ago of not reserving such ingress and egress to and from the Landstrom Gravel Property and that is now Angelo Sand and Gravel's property, and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the County and its residents to permit such continued access to and use of that property so that Angelo Sand and Gravel can continue its business operations, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator is authorized to execute that proposed easement to Angelo Sand and Gravel, Inc., together with any other documents which may be required to convey such an easement and record it in the Tompkins County Clerk's Office. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-31: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with C&S Co mpanies for Rehabilitation of General Aviation Apron - Construction Observation & Administration Services at the Itha ca Tompkins Regional Airport (I D #7623) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for construction observation and administration services of the General Aviation Apron Rehabilitation at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 2 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the Rehabilitation of the General Aviation Apron - Construction Observation & Administration Services is estimated to cost $157,500.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 2 with C&S Companies for Rehabilitation General Aviation Apron - Construction Observation & Administration Services in the amount of $157,500.00 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $141,750 New York State Grant (5%) $7,875 51 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $7,875 TOTAL AMOUNT $157,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-32: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with C&S Co mpanies for Passenger B oarding Bridge - Gate 3 - Constru ction Ohs ervation & Administration Services at the Itha ca Tompkins Regional Airport (I D #7622) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for construction observation and administration services of the Passenger Boarding Bridge at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 3 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the Passenger Boarding Bridge - Gate 3 - Construction Observation & Administration Services is estimated to cost $96,700.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 3 with C&S Companies for Passenger Boarding Bridge - Gate 3 - Construction Observation & Administration Services in the amount of $96,700.00 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Passenger Boarding Bridge Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $87,030 New York State Grant (5%) $4,835 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $4,835 TOTAL AMOUNT $96,700 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-33: Authoriz ation to Ex ecute Supplemental Funding Agreement with New York State Departm ent of Transportation (NYSDOT) - PIN 3756 .10 - Pine Tree R oad (CR 174) Interse ction Improvements at Ell is Hollow Road and East Hill Plaza Entrance, Town of Ithaca (ID #7624) 52 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 WHEREAS, a Project to provide Highway Safety Improvements at two intersections on Pine Tree Road - Ellis Hollow Road and the East Hill Plaza Entrance - in the Town of Ithaca, P.I.N. 3756.10, (the "Project") is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 90% federal funds and 10% non- federal funds, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 185 adopted on September 16, 2014, approved the Project and authorized execution of an agreement with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) regarding administration and funding of Scoping and Design (Phases I -VI), and WHEREAS, in order to expedite advancement of the Project and realize potential total project cost reductions, the Highway Department sought permission from the NYSDOT to administer the project locally, and WHEREAS, the NYSDOT requires for locally administered projects that the County appropriate one hundred (100%) percent of the project costs and then file for reimbursement of eligible costs, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the Project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Scoping and Design, and WHEREAS, additional New York State Marchiselli funding has been allocated for the Project and will be available contingent on execution of a supplemental agreement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above -subject project and authorizes the County of Tompkins to pay in the first instance 100% of the federal and non-federal shares of the cost of Scoping and Design work for the subject Project or portions thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $62,000.00 is hereby made available within account HZ5112.59239.51.12, East Hill Safety Project Capital Account, to cover the cost of participation in the above phases of the Project, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification by the NYSDOT thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator or his designee be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and the municipality's first -instance funding of Project costs and permanent funding the local share of federal -aid and state -aid -eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE 1I-18 53 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-34: Determination of a Negative Declaration of Environm ental Significance - County Road 136 - South Street Extension Slope Stabiliz ation along Taughannock Creek, Town of Ulysses (ID #7625) WHEREAS, the Town of Ulysses has been consulted during design development and has concurred with preliminary planning for restoration of the roadside embankment between #4181 and #4345 South Street Extension in the Town of Ulysses ("the Action"), and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short Environmental Assessment Form, which finds no significant impacts associated with the Action, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature, hereby determines that the Action is an unlisted action and will not have a significant negative impact on the environment, requiring no further environmental review, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby issues a "Negative Declaration of Environmental Significance" in accordance with SEQRA for the Action. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted (EAF on file with Clerk of the Legislature) Resolution No. 2018-35: Authorization to Accept an Award of a Grant from the New York Stat f Division of Criminal Justice Services - Probation and Community Justice Department (ID #7583) WHEREAS, the Probation Director and the STOP -DWI Coordinator have been notified of a grant award in the amount of $10,604 (based upon the average number of pre-sentence/sentencing orders for installation of Ignition Interlock Devices in Tompkins County during the period October 2014 through September 2016, and representing a reimbursement rate of approximately $63 per court order) from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services to help defray the costs of implementing Leandra's Law and the monitoring of Ignition Interlock Devices, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the grant in the amount of $10,604 from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services to help defray the costs of implementing Leandra's Law and the monitoring of Ignition Interlock Devices be accepted and that the County Administrator or his designee execute all contracts related to this award, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is directed to make the following adjustments to his books for 2018: BUDGET ADJUSTMENT Revenue: A3142.43389 Other Public Safety Aid A4250.43389 Other Public Safety Aid 54 $5,302 $5,302 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Appropriation: A3142.54400 Program Expense $5,302 A4250.54400 Program Expense $5,302 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-36: Correction of Tax Roll - Town of Newfield Parcel 15.4-4 (ID #7561) WHEREAS, this Legislature is informed that an error has been made on the 2018 Tompkins County and Town of Newfield tax roll owned by NewComm Projects, LLC, and was erroneously charged 1,816 Solid Waste units when it should have been charged for 18.16 units, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Town of Newfield is directed to correct the 2018 Town and County tax bill, RESOLVED, further, That the amount of $7,335.17 be expunged from the 2018 Town and County tax bill. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-37: Request to Officially Name the Stream "Sixmile Creek" as Six Mile Creek (ID #7564) WHEREAS, Six Mile Creek in Tompkins County is listed by the United States Board on Geographic Names as "Sixmile Creek", and WHEREAS, common usage in Tompkins County is to refer to this stream as "Six Mile Creek", and WHEREAS, the use of the name "Six Mile Creek" goes back at least to 1829, according to the Tompkins County Historian, and WHEREAS, Timothy Larkin, a Tompkins County resident, has initiated the formal process of officially changing the name to "Six Mile Creek", and WHEREAS, the United States Board on Geographic Names requests local municipalities to weigh-in on requests for name changes, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature be authorized to sign and submit a Geographic Name Proposal Recommendation form to the United States Board on Geographic Names, confirming that the Tompkins County Legislature believes this stream should be officially known as "Six Mile Creek". SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-38: Approval of 2018 Succession of M embers of the County Legislature to Serve in the Absence of the Chair and Vice Chair (ID #7586) 55 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 WHEREAS, Section 2.06 of the County Charter, specifies the succession of members of the Legislature be designated annually by resolution to serve in the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair, and WHEREAS, the Government Operations Committee recommends the chairs of standing committees be designated taking into consideration availability and Legislative experience, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following order of succession of County Legislators for the year 2018 or until successors are appointed be approved to serve in the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair: Michael E. Lane Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Dan Klein SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 201 8-39: Authoriz ation to Re -Structure the Medical Exam iner Program and Budget Transfer Across Budgeting Units (ID #7604) WHEREAS, County Law Article 17-A requires the County to provide a coroner or medical examiner program to make inquiry into unattended or suspicious deaths within the County, and WHEREAS, the Public Health Department operated with a contracted Medical Examiner, employed Deputy Medical Examiners, and out -of -county autopsy services, and WHEREAS, Pathology Associates of Ithaca and Cayuga Medical Center have proposed an arrangement to provide Medical Examiner and autopsy services locally, and WHEREAS, the proposal shifts transport funds to professional services to improve the quality of the service provided by the Medical Examiner Program, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.01, Item B, Transfers Between Budgeting Units or Programs, require program committee and Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, funds are currently in two separate accounts, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books: FROM Title Amt TO Title(s) 4014.54416 Membership Dues $ 330 4017.54442 Professional Service Fees 4014.54442 Prof. Svc. Fees $46,311 4017.54442 Professional Service Fees 4014.54462 Insurance $ 251 4017.54442 Professional Service Fees SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 56 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-40: Budget Transfers Across Budgeting Units Environmental Health (4090), Planning an d Coordination of Children with Special Needs (4047) a nd Community Health (4016) — Health Department (ID #7605) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.01, Item B, Transfers Between Budgeting Units or Programs, require program committee and Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Health Department has reevaluated use of Health Department -owned vehicles previously assigned by division and has determined pooling of Health Department -owned vehicles will be more efficient, and WHEREAS, funds are available in Environmental Health, Planning and Coordination of Children With Special Care Needs and Community Health where they were originally budgeted, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books: Health Department FROM Title Amt TO Title(s) 4090.54310 Automotive Fuel $3,000 4010.54310 Automotive Fuel 4090.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs $3,900 4010.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs 4047.54310 Automotive Fuel $1,200 4010.54310 Automotive Fuel 4047.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs $1,200 4010.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs 4016.54310 Automotive Fuel $1,700 4010.54310 Automotive Fuel 4016.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs $2,700 4010.54421 Auto Maint/Repairs SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 201 8-41: Budget Adjustm ents for 201 7- Department of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #7617) Following questions about other alternatives, Ms. Eckstrom agreed to follow-up with the Village of Freeville concerning piping the leachate to its facility. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler 57 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books for fiscal year 2017: Recycling and Materials Management FROM TITLE AMOUNT TO TITLE 8160.54400 Program Expense $8,150.24 8160.54489 Credit Card Fees 8169.54402 Advertising $1,033.06 8163.54402 Advertising 8169.54333 Education & Promo $68.60 8163.54333 Education & Promo 8160.54442 Professional $43,130.73 8163.54442 Professional Services Services 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $179.97 8160.54476 B & G $4,285.50 8163.54358 Recyclables Maint/Repair 8160.54442 Professional $46,968.80 8164.54442 Professional Services Services 8169.54402 Advertising $200.93 8165.54402 Advertising 8169.54333 Education & Promo $107.86 8165.54333 Education & Promo 8169.54442 Professional $20,000.00 8165.54442 Professional Services Services 8160.54442 Professional $8,333.00 8165.54442 Professional Services Services 8160.52206 Computer $363.01 8168.52206 Computer Equipment Equipment 8163.54424 Equipment Rental $0.28 8168.54424 Equipment Rental 8168.54471 Electric $344.00 8168.54416 Membership Dues 8160.54414 Local Mileage $9.81 8168.54414 Local Mileage 8168.54330 Printing $265.06 8168.54472 Telephone 8160.54476 B & G $23.44 8169.54476 B & G Maint Maint/Repair 8163.54303 Office Supplies $62.51 8169.54303 Office Supplies Salary / Fringe Budget Transfer FROM TITLE AMOUNT TO 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $1,068.79 8160.51000082 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $51.91 8160.51000257 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $2,640.72 8160.51000673 8164.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $9,904.05 8160.51000726 Spec 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $179.97 8160.51000854 58 TITLE Sr Weigh Scale Operator Solid Waste Manager Prin Acct Clerk Typist Weigh Scale Operator SW Enforcement Officer Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $350.76 8160.51200082 Sr Weigh Scale Operator 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $6.11 8160.51200673 Prin Acct Clerk Typist 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $86.60 8160.51400 Disability Pay 8160.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist $775.00 8160.51600 Longevity 8163.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $10,778.64 8163.51000049 Project Assistant Spec 8163.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $68.81 8163.51000214 Information Aide Spec 8163.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $51.91 8163.51000257 Solid Waste Manager Spec 8163.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $10,081.18 8163.51000867 Asst Recycling Spec Spec 8163.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $84.44 8163.51200867 Asst Recycling Spec Spec 8163.51000318 Acct Clerk Typist $3,532.63 8164.51000867 Asst Recycling Spec 8164.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $28.15 8164.51200867 Asst Recycling Spec Spec 8165.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $1,286.08 8165.51000867 Asst Recycling Spec Spec 8166.51600 Longevity $47.54 8166.51000257 Solid Waste Manager 8166.51600 Longevity $90.24 8166.51000854 SW Enforcement Officer 8164.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $2,807.01 8168.51000214 Information Aide Spec 8163.58800 Fringe $12,520.49 8168.51000513 Acct Clerk Typist 8165.51000868 Wst Red & Rec $11,084.44 8168.51000529 Sr Acct Clerk Typist Spec 8165.51000204 Communication $2,638.14 8168.51000673 Prin Acct Clerk Spec Typist 8165.51000204 Communication $6.10 8168.51200673 Prin Acct Clerk Spec Typist 8165.51000204 Communication $86.60 8168.51400 Disability Pay Spec 8163.58800 Fringe $5,486.75 8168.58800 Fringe 8165.51000204 Communication $89.39 8169.51000854 SW Enforcement Spec Officer 8168.51600 Longevity $162.50 8169.51600 Longevity RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustments to the 2017 Budget: 59 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Revenue: 8160.42131 Appropriation: 8166.54808 8166.54442 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Disposal Fees Contribution Debt Service Professional Services Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee $159,976.22 $51,117.12 $108,859.10 Resolution No. 2018-42: Approving Revisions to Policy 09-33 of the Tompkins County Government Administrative Policy Manual - Complying with the State Environmenta 1 Quality Review Act (SEQRA) (ID #7374) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, it is in the interest of Tompkins County government to have policies and procedures that are current, accurate, and consistent, and WHEREAS, Administrative Policy 09-33 regarding procedures for processing County actions in compliance with the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) has not been updated since 2003 and required revisions to more accurately reflect procedures to comply with SEQRA and to improve proposed projects and protect the environment, and WHEREAS, Administrative Policy 09-33 has been reviewed and processed according to the guidelines of Policy 01-04: Modifying the Administrative Manual: The Policies and Procedures of Tompkins County Government, and WHEREAS, this policy also has been reviewed by the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, and the Government Operations Committee, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality, the Facilities and Infrastructure, and the Government Operations Committees, That the proposed revisions to Administrative Policy 09-33 regarding compliance with SEQRA are hereby adopted. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Public Safety Committee 60 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-43: Authorization to Tran sfer Funds from the Mental Health Department Budget to the Tompkins County Sheriffs Office Budget to Fu nd a New Position of Jail Psychiatric Physician (ID #7563) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Sheriffs Office has identified the need for a position in the title of Psychiatrist, and WHEREAS, the point -factor rating system utilized by Tompkins County to assign salaries to management level positions is unable to adequately address the unique salary requirements of a Psychiatrist operating in the public sector, and WHEREAS, the pay rate designated for the position, as currently graded, is not sufficient to result in a viable pool of highly qualified talent from which to choose, and WHEREAS, the Psychiatrist should be recognized and appropriately compensated for the professional services provided, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That one part-time four hour per week (.10 FTE) position in the title of Psychiatrist is hereby created at Management Grade 90, Job Code 4260, RESOLVED, further, That this position is "red -lined" and the Legislature is hereby authorizing the Sheriff to pay a Psychiatrist at the rate of $95.00 per hour (equivalent to $197,600 annual) on a part- time basis not to exceed four hours per week and the budgeted amount authorized below, RESOLVED, further, That the position and salary listed above has not been factored into the Sheriffs Office budget for 2018 and that additional funding will be required in order to hire and compensate a Psychiatrist at this level, RESOLVED, further, That the Mental Health Department has approved the transfer of funding of this position from their 2018 budget, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for the fiscal year 2018 and for all budget cycles going forward: FROM: 4311.51000260 Psychiatrist $ 17,290.00 4311.58800 Fringes $ 8,533.00 TO: 3150.51000260 Psychiatrist $ 17,290.00 3150.58800 Fringes $ 8,533.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 61 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-4 4: Authorization to Transfer Mental Health Forensic Counselor Position from the Mental Health Department to the To mpkins County Sheriff s Office (ID #7565) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department has previously covered funding and FTE maintenance for the Forensic Counselor position in the jail, and WHEREAS, in order to more effectively manage fiscal responsibility and employee roster accuracy, Mental Health would like to transfer the Forensic Counselor position to the Tompkins County Sheriffs Office budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That one full-time position in the title of Forensic Counselor, White Collar Labor Grade 16, Job Code 1675, 37.5 hours per week, be and hereby is transferred to the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office budget and personnel roster, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for the fiscal year 2018 and for all budget cycles going forward: FROM: 4311.51000675 Forensic Counselor $67,314.00 4311.58800 Fringes $ 33,219.00 TO: 3150.51000675 Forensic Counselor $ 67,314.00 3150.58800 Fringes $ 33,219.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Government Operations Committee Resolution No. 20 18-45: Appropriation From Contingent Fu nd - Term inal-Pay Reimbursement - Department of County Administration (ID #7578) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. 62 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Deputy County Administrator resigned effective January 10, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County (Administrative Policy 05-02, Section 4.03-1) allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the impacted Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following appropriation in the 2018 Budget: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 14,739 TO: A1230.51000 Regular Pay $ 10,144 A1230.58800 Fringes $ 4,595 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee In response to Mr. Lane's questions about the local stores being contacted about the proposed resolution banning the use of single -use plastic bags, Ms. Kelles said she will follow-up to make sure that happens. Public Safety Committee Mr. John announced the new Criminal Justice Coordinator, Dave Sanders, will begin March 12th. Mr. Molino said he will ask Mr. Sanders to attend the next Legislature meeting for an introduction. Resolution No. 2018-46: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Termin al -Pay Reimbursement - Department of Probation and Community Justice (ID #7582) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. 63 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Department of Probation and Community Justice had one Senior Probation Officer retire on December 22, 2017, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2017: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $9,256 TO: A3141.51000597 Senior Probation Officer $6,454 A3141.58800 Fringes $2,802 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Health and Human Services Committee Resolution No. 2018-47: Budget Appropriation a nd Adjustment for Continued Funding of Special Advisor to the Office of Human Rights (ID #7601) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County entered into an agreement (contract number ADM102617) with Dr. Kenneth I. Clarke, Sr., effective from November 6, 2017, through February 6, 2018, to act as Special Advisor to the Tompkins County Office of Human Rights, and WHEREAS, the Legislature and Dr. Clarke wish to continue the relationship and extend the agreement as long as needed, and 64 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, February 20, 2018 WHEREAS, this agreement constitutes an unexpected expense for which funds were not previously appropriated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to extend the agreement with Dr. Clarke for as long as needed up until December 31, 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following appropriation and adjustments to the 2018 budget: FROM: A1990.54400 CONTINGENT FUND $62,400 TO: A1230.54442 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $62,400 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Minutes of Previous Meeting February 6, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 6:57 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:35 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Mr. McKenna, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 7:35 p.m. concerning litigation and a personnel matter about a particular person. The meeting returned to open session at 8:45 p.m. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. 65 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 4-3-18 Tuesday, March 6, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name AL Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present Henry Granison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Excused Martha Robertson Chair I Present Michael Sigler Member I Present Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Ms. Robertson read and presented a proclamation declaring March 2018 as Racker Month in Tompkins County to Heather Hughes, Director of Community Relations and Development of the Franziska Racker Center. Ms. Hughes explained the services provided by the Racker Center and thanked the Legislature for its support. Distinguished Youth Award Legislators Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Henry Granison, and Shawna Black presented the following five Ithaca High School students with the Distinguished Youth Award: Eamon Nunn-Makepeace Annabella Mead-VanCort Ari Cummings Prachi Ruina Maddi Carroll The Tompkins County Legislature recognized the Leaders of Ithaca's Students United for their brilliance and resilience in standing up for equity and inclusion in their school. These five students bravely called into question systemic bias in casting of their school's theater production and in the attempts to intimidate and silence them and others who support them. 66 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Ms. Robertson stated the Legislature is honored by the students' presence, actions, and voices and thanked them for all that they do. Resolutions Added to the Agenda It was MOVED by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Supporting Inclusion and Rejecting Hateful Threats made Against Tompkins County Residents. Individual Member -Filed Resolution Resolution No. 2018-48: Resolution Supporting Inclusion and Rejecting Hateful Threats made Against Tompkins County Residents (ID #7669) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne acknowledged other Legislators for their input in writing the resolution and said the Legislature truly means what it states in the resolution. Mr. Sigler questioned the Rules for allowing members of the public to speak on matters pending Legislature approval and said that opportunity was not provided with this resolution. It was noted the Rules of the Legislature could be suspended to allow the resolution to be acted on at this time. It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to suspend the Rules of the Legislature to allow the resolution to be voted on prior to public comment. MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Kelles referenced a letter to the Legislature from the Sheriff supporting this resolution. RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature believes that cultivating an inclusive culture enhances individual potential and encourages a variety of perspectives that ultimately drives creativity and innovation, and WHEREAS, the leaders of Students United at Ithaca High School shared a similar value and engaged in activism around the issues of inclusion and systemic bias, and WHEREAS, these student leaders and their families have been targeted for threats, verbally and otherwise, that are steeped in racism, bigotry, and xenophobia, and WHEREAS, despite continuing efforts by many people and organizations nationally and internationally, racial discrimination and violence persist throughout the world, and 67 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 WHEREAS, racially motivated hate crimes and inequality of treatment and opportunities have no place in society, should not become normalized, and should be rejected outright, and WHEREAS, hate crimes in the United States remain at a steady level; the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program released Hate Crime Statistics, 2016 reported that of the 6,121 criminal incidents, 6,063 were single -bias incidents. Of the single -bias incidents: 57.5 percent were motivated by a race, ethnicity, or ancestry bias; 2 1. 0 percent were motivated by a religious bias; 17.7 percent were motivated by a sexual orientation bias; the remaining incidents were motivated by a gender identity, disability, or gender bias, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature states that all acts of hatred, bigotry, and violence spread fear and run counter to the principles that we have always adhered to in Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature applauds the leaders of Ithaca's Students United for standing on principle and raising awareness to the issue of equity and inclusion thus educating and reminding school and community leaders of the existing problem, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the Ithaca City School District for its decision to support a new production that will give the students of Ithaca High School an opportunity to demonstrate excellence in the dramatic arts, and in particular, its selection of Hairspray, a play that confronts issues of racism and inclusion in our society, RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County Legislature denounces the hate language and horrifying atrocities that the student leaders and families of Students United have been subjected to, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature wishes to send a clear message to those perpetrators of the hateful, threatening messages that their actions will not be tolerated or accepted in this County and that we will employ any and all resources available to us within the extent of the law to repel such behaviors and protect the fine citizens of Tompkins County from any form of unspeakable hatred. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Privilege of the Floor for the Public Gwen Bullock, Town of Dryden resident, is supportive of the Racker Center receiving the Proclamation and thanked them for all the work they do. She also spoke of work that had been done in the 1202 Ellis Hollow Road area in which a fence was not properly reinstalled and said she would like to appeal the decision made by the County not to fix this. She would like to be compensated for the portion of the fence that fell down. Regi Teasley, City of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the resolutions entitled Resolution in Opposition to the Proposed Garbage Incinerator in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County, Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal, and Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. She would like a reduction in waste 68 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 and pollution in the community. Joseph Campbell, Schuyler County resident and a representative of Seneca Lake Guardian, is supportive of the Resolution in Opposition to the Proposed Garbage Incinerator in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County. He is dedicated to protecting air and water quality and the quality of life in Tompkins County and stated the incinerator project will threaten that. He distributed a document entitled Circular enerG Trash Incinerator proposed for Romulus, NY. Elmer Ewing, Town of Ithaca resident, is supportive of the what has been said regarding the resolutions entitled Resolution in Opposition to the Proposed Garbage Incinerator in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County and Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal. He also stated he is supportive of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags and is concerned about the environmental dangers caused by the pollution from plastic bags. Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline resident, is supportive of Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags and the Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal. She clarified that part of NYSEG's request for proposals process was to hear from the public if they did not want CNG and LNG to be part of the considered proposal. She urged Legislators to not allow CNG or LNG be transported on County roads. Bill Demo, City of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the Resolution Requesting Charter Communications/Spectrum to Continue WSKG as Part of its Basic Cable Service to Subscribers Residing in Tompkins County and the valuable programming provided by WSKG. He stated Charter Communications/Spectrum have increased their prices in this area while decreasing the services provided and have a near monopoly on local internet and cable services. He urges the County Legislature to engage with Charter Communications/Spectrum to help them better understand and embrace their responsibilities as a public media provider in Tompkins County. Robert Bland, Town of Lansing resident, spoke in support of NYSEG working to reduce the use of natural gas in the Lansing area used for heating the homes of its residential customers by having them use ground and air source heat pumps. He stated this would free up natural gas for use elsewhere including restaurant cooking and in some industrial areas so economic development can continue. Anne Klingensmith, Town of Danby resident and a member of the Environmental Management Council, spoke in support of Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. She spoke of the economy and that it does not exist outside the biological systems that make life possible. Plastic is created from petroleum and everyone knows it is dangerous for the environment. She said if everyone bans plastics bags an alternative will be developed and the economy will adjust. Marie McRae, Town of Dryden resident and representative from the Dryden Resource Awareness Coalition, read a statement from the Coalition supporting the Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal. She stated the community does not support CNG or LNG as alternatives and would like the Legislature to say no to this. Dawn Montange, Tompkins County Cornell Cooperative Extension Way2Go transportation program, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Authorizing the Federal Transit Administration 69 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 (FTA) Mobility -On -Demand (MOD) On -Ramp Technical Assistance Proposal. She explained this could allow the multiple types of transportation options available in Tompkins County to be integrated in a manner that individuals could access through one portal. Kalle Brinnell, City of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. She stated plastic hurts the environment and animals and reducing its usage is a huge project. She said in the United States alone over 60,000 single -use plastic bags are used every five seconds and millions single -use plastic bags end up in the ocean making the Pacific garbage patch twice the size of Texas. Margo Brinn, City of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags and agreed with statements by others supporting the ban on single -use plastic bags. In rebuttal of the claims made that there is an increased energy usage regarding paper bags due to the increased space they take up, she stated there are multi -use bags for consumers. Brian Eden, Village of Cayuga Heights resident and Tompkins County Environmental Management Council (EMC) member, spoke in support of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. He stated the ban on single -use plastic bags began in the 1990's in Tompkins County. He is supportive of recycling efforts, the diversion of unnecessary waste from landfills, and innovative solutions to the waste problems. Thomas Shelley, City of Ithaca resident and Tompkins County Environmental Management Council (EMC) member, spoke in support of the resolutions entitled Resolution in Opposition to the Proposed Garbage Incinerator in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County and the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. He stated incinerators are not a good idea and are dangerous to the communities they are located in. He said single -use plastic bags can be replaced with multi -use bags and he would like to see the Legislature support the ban on single -use plastic bags. Taylor Catlin, Town of Dryden resident and representative of the Tompkins County Green Party, spoke in support of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. He suggested the retailers put additional signage and messages on cart corrals and entry- ways to remind people to bring in their reusable bags. Joe Wilson, Town of Dryden resident and representative of the West Dryden Residents Against the Pipeline, spoke in support of the Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal. He applauds NYSEG for the manner in which they are asking for public input but is not supportive of the additional use of LNG or CNG being transported in the community. Charles Geisler, Town of Dryden resident, spoke in support of the Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal. He is appreciative of NYSEG and its efforts to listen to the community and to consider alternatives to the West Dryden Road pipeline. He is not supportive of the transporting of CNG or LNG to be used as an alternative to the pipeline and stated in 2016 transportation in the United States became the single highest source of greenhouse gas emission generation. Amanda Kirchgessner, Town of Ulysses resident and a representative from the Community Coalition of Underserved Voices, is supportive of transitioning from a system that decriminalizes poverty, 70 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 mental health, drug use, and homelessness. She would like to see those involved in these programs invited to the table to participate in discussions and provide input regarding what is working and what is not. Ed Bailey, Town of Newfield resident, said he is the appointed voice of the Community Coalition of Underserved Voices and would like to have further discussions regarding these underserved individuals and give them a voice at the table. He stated this will allow the community to grow together and if it is not done now further generations will be affected. He is also supportive of the Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Single -Use Plastic Retail Bags. Martin Hatch, Town of Dryden resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Authorizing the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Mobility -On -Demand (MOD) On -Ramp Technical Assistance Proposal. He stated this study could allow for organizations in the County to work together to develop a comprehensive plan. He said this would allow for the creation of a centralized access point to access transportation options. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Robertson gave Ms. Kelles permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Lightweight Singer -Use Plastic Retail Bags. It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Authorizing the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Mobility -On -Demand (MOD) On -Ramp Technical Assistance Proposal. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairbome, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Morey Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7593) Strategic Tourism Planning Monika Roth, Agriculture representative - term expires December 31, 2020 Environmental Management Council Regi Teasley, At -large (seat #1) representative - term expires December 31, 2019 Maureen J. Bolton, Town of Enfield representative - term expires December 31, 2018 Water Resources Council Kristen Hychka, Municipal Government representative - term expires December 31, 2020 Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board - Terms expire December 31, 2021 71 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Katie Borgella, Planning and Sustainability Commissioner Anna Kelles - County Legislator Martha Armstrong - Tompkins County Area Development Homeownership Oversight Committee Deborah Dawson, Chair of Planning Committee, or designee - no set terms Resolution No. 2018-49: Appointment of Temporary Hearing Panels for 2018 (ID #7628) WHEREAS, the Department of Assessment and the Tompkins County Legislature both agree that the fairest and most equitable way to value property for assessment purposes is on an annual basis at full - market value, and WHEREAS, Real Property Tax Law 523-a permits the Tompkins County Legislature to appoint up to six Temporary Board of Assessment Review members to serve on Administrative Review Panels, and WHEREAS, Real Property Tax Law 523-a permits the compensation of Temporary Board of Assessment Review members, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That six Temporary Board of Assessment Review members, namely Linda Santos, Robert Walpole, Josh Lower, Michael Cannon, Judy Malys, and James Lane, be appointed to serve on Administrative Review Panels, RESOLVED, further, That Temporary Board of Assessment Review members be compensated at a maximum annual compensation of $250. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-50: Resolution in Opposition to the Proposed Garbage Incinerator in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County (ID #7632) WHEREAS, a recently formed company named Circular EnerG, LLC, has proposed building the largest garbage incinerator in New York State in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County, squarely between Seneca and Cayuga lakes, the two largest of the Finger Lakes and just north of Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the company has never operated a solid waste facility and has proposed burning 2,640 tons of garbage every day, and WHEREAS, a 260 -foot smoke stack will emit dioxins, furans, lead, mercury, arsenic, chromium, particulates, hydrochloric acid, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides, associated with increased levels of health outcomes such as asthma, respiratory tract infections, cardiovascular disease, and some cancers, and WHEREAS, the incinerator will be located 3,200 feet from the K-12 Romulus Central School, and in close proximity to the Hillside Children's Center (a residential facility that houses troubled youth), the Five Points Correctional Facility, the Seneca County Jail, and the Willard Drug Treatment Campus putting those populations at risk, and 72 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 WHEREAS, the Circular EnerG trash incinerator will bring 238 trucks per day transporting garbage from long distances that will clog local county roads six days a week, which equates to 148,512 additional trucks per year ultimately entering and leaving the facility, and WHEREAS, diesel exhaust from trucks and locomotives contain compounds that contribute to ground level ozone that irritates the respiratory system aggravating asthma and some which are known human carcinogens, and WHEREAS, the incinerator will withdraw 445,000 gallons of water from Seneca Lake every day, and WHEREAS, the wine, craft beverage, agriculture, and agri-tourism industry is driving job creation and economic growth in the Finger Lakes, which is home to hundreds of family vineyards and wineries that generate $2.9 billion in economic activity and supports 60,000 jobs in the Finger Lakes alone, and WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes has recently become a nationally recognized tourist destination that now attracts millions of visitors annually to its local wineries, breweries, restaurants, farms, and other tourist attractions, with businesses located on and around Seneca Lake at the center of this activity, and WHEREAS, tourists travel to the area attracted to the natural beauty and rural, unindustrialized, character of the Seneca Lake communities and the surrounding Finger Lakes area, and WHEREAS, garbage disposal, including trash incineration, is not compatible with current or future economic development goals of the region, and WHEREAS, the Finger Lakes region is already the dump for half of New York State's municipal solid waste, and WHEREAS, the Seneca Meadows Landfill in Seneca County is the largest landfill in New York State and Seneca County already receives a disproportionate share of the State's garbage to manage with containment efforts to minimize the impact on the environment, local communities, and the tourist industry, and WHEREAS, reduced reliance on landfilling through aggressive waste reduction, recycling, and composting should be pursued as a solid waste disposal strategy for the Finger Lakes and New York State, and WHEREAS, incineration does not eliminate the need for landfills, as for every 3 tons of waste that is burned, 1 ton of highly toxic ash is created requiring 52 trucks per day to handle the ash alone that also requires landfilling, and WHEREAS, the Circular EnerG trash incinerator is antithetical to local and regional goals to reduce the amount of trash that travels through and is disposed in the Finger Lakes, and WHEREAS, the State of New York has adopted aggressive greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reduction goals of 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2050 and the combination of emissions from trucking garbage long distances and the incinerator process will counter these State efforts, and 73 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 WHEREAS, the State of New York has established a goal of 50% energy generation from renewable energy technologies by 2030 and the New York Public Service Commission's Clean Energy Standard does not recognize burning garbage as a form of renewable energy generation such that the Circular EnerG trash incinerator will not help New York State meet these renewable energy goals, and WHEREAS, energy technologies that are recognized as renewable under New York State law and that are compatible with local and regional economic development goals and local zoning requirements can meet additional energy demands without putting public health, the environment, and public infrastructure at risk, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That Tompkins County opposes the garbage incinerator proposed by Circular EnerG in the heart of the Finger Lakes in the Town of Romulus, Seneca County, urges the Town of Romulus to stand in opposition to the Circular EnerG proposal, and calls on Governor Andrew Cuomo to reject the Circular EnerG trash incinerator proposal, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, New York State Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb, New York State Senate Majority Leader John Flanagan, New York State Senate Democratic Conference Leader Andrea Stewart -Cousins, New York State Senate Independent Democratic Conference Leader Jeffrey Klein, State Senators Pam Helming, Tom O'Mara, and James Seward, Assembly members Phil Palmesano and Barbara Lifton, Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, Congress member Tom Reed, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos, New York State Public Service Commissioner Chair John Rhodes, New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard Ball, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority Chair Richard L. Kaufman, New York State Empire State Development Commissioner Howard Zemsky, New York State Department of Health Commissioner Howard Zucker, Romulus Town Supervisor David Kaiser, Romulus Planning Board Chair Tom Bouchard, and Seneca County Board of Supervisors Chair Robert Shipley. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-51: Authorization to Accept Contributions in Support of the Finger Lakes Rideshare Projects - Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (ID #7612) WHEREAS, the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) has been coordinating the implementation of an automated rideshare project known as Finger Lakes Rideshare, and WHEREAS, the other current partners in the project, identified as the Finger Lakes Rideshare Coalition, are Tompkins County, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Wells College, TST-BOCES, Tompkins Cortland Community College, Binghamton University, Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, and the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC), all of whom have committed funding and/or staff resources towards this project, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has entered into an agreement with Zimride (EAN Services, Inc.), dated April 29, 2016, to provide an online ridesharing platform and other services to implement the Finger Lakes Ridesharing project at a cost of $18,000 per year, and 74 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 WHEREAS, Finger Lakes Coalition members will contribute $18,000 to support project costs, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Environmental Quality Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute all contracts related to this award, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: REVENUE: A5650.42070 Contributions from Private Agencies $ 300 A5650.42705 Gifts & Donations (Colleges' Contributions) $15,600 A5650.44594 Federal Aid Mass Transit $ 2,100 APPROPRIATION: A5650.54425 Service Contracts $18,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-52: Increase in Hours and Budget Adjustment - PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) and Care Management Positions - Mental Health Services Department (ID #7610) WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department has 1.0 FTE Program Director PROS position and 1.0 FTE Program Director - Care Management position, funded in its target budget at 35 hours per week, and WHEREAS, the programs have seen increasing growth and transformation requiring more time and attention, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the positions of Program Director PROS, labor grade 18, position ID 556, (18/537), and Program Director - Care Management, labor grade 17, position ID 583, (17/555), competitive class be increased from 35 hours to 40 hours per week, effective March 5, 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following budget adjustment on his books for the Sky Light Club and Health Home: 1:11kTA 110i 4312.41607 Medicaid Ins. Payments $ 11,828 4330.41607 Medicaid his. Payments $ 10,755 APPROPRIATION: 4312.51000537 Program Director PROS $ 7,938 4312.58800 Fringes $ 3,890 4330.51000555Program Director - Care Management $ 7,218 4330.58800 Fringes $ 3,537 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 75 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Individual Member -Filed Resolutions Resolution No. 2018-53: Authorizing the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Mobility -On - Demand (MOD) On -Ramp Technical Assistance Proposal (ID #7664) RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) developed its Mobility -On -Demand (MOD) initiative to encourage innovative, multimodal, integrated, accessible, and equitable community mobility services for all travelers, and WHEREAS, FTA recently announced the MOD On -Ramp Program to provide technical assistance for up to six FTA grant recipients nationally to develop innovative business models for integrated community mobility and thus be able to apply for future rounds of MOD funding, and WHEREAS, successful proposers will receive technical assistance from FTA's contractor - Shared -Use Mobility Center, Inc., of Chicago, who will coordinate the business planning process and pay related expenses, for the year-long project, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is a Direct Recipient, designated by the Governor of New York State, for the FTA Section 5307 Urban Formula program, and WHEREAS, the Age -Friendly Ithaca and Tompkins County Plan, adopted in December 2016, recommended Tompkins County establish a working group to develop an integrated transportation system and to explore feasibility of Mobility -as -a -Service (MaaS), and WHEREAS, mobility operators have expressed support for the County to submit a proposal for FTA's On -Ramp program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Transportation Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorize the County Administrator, or designee, to submit a proposal for FTA's On -Ramp Program, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or designee, is authorized to sign any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Shared -Use Mobility Center, Inc., or Federal Transit Administration for the Project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 W, Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-54: Budget Adjustment for Farmers Market Promotion Program Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service for Agritourism Development - Planning and Sustainability Department (ID #7657) Mr. Sigler received permission to abstain from voting on this resolution as he may be a recipient of some of the funding as it relates to his business. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 01 MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson ABSTAIN: Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the County was awarded United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service's Farmers Market Promotion Program (USDA-AMS-FMPP) funds for the purpose of increasing direct farm sales through agritourism, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature accepted the grant funds by Resolution No. 2015-212 in the amount of $49,390, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature placed the grant funds in the 2015 Budget by Resolution No. 2016-82, and WHEREAS, the project extended into and was completed in 2017 and the grant funds remaining from 2016 Budget need to be placed in the 2017 Budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2017 Budget: Revenues A8020.44959 Expenditures A8020.54400 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 20 Federal Aid $27,594 Program Expense $27,594 77 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-55: Resolution Opposing the Use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) in Response to New York State Electric and Gas's Non -pipe Alternative Request for Proposal (ID #7653) RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 11 MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson NAYS: Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County has made a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) at least 80% by 2050 and the 2016 Tompkins County Energy Roadmap concludes that the community must reduce the use of natural gas by at least 50% to achieve that goal, and WHEREAS, New York State Electric and Gas's (NYSEG) proposed Freeville - Lansing pipeline generated strong community opposition, and the County's 2016 Energy and Economic Development Task Force's top recommendation was to seek a solution that would meet the community's energy needs without increasing reliance on natural gas, and WHEREAS, considering these community goals, on November 16, 2017, the New York State (NYS) Public Service Commission (PSC) issued an order authorizing NYSEG to implement a compressor solution to meet reliability needs for existing customers, and to issue a Request for Proposals ( RFP) for non -pipe alternatives to meet future demand, in lieu of the previously proposed pipeline, and WHEREAS, on December 18, 2017, NYSEG issued the RFP seeking non -pipe alternatives and clarified in their February 9, 2018, "Questions and Answers and RFP Clarification" document that they were seeking responses that would "introduce additional gas supply (or reduce current gas demand) into/on the System", and WHEREAS, one method of adding gas to a system is to transport compressed natural gas (CNG) or Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) by truck and inject it into the system, and WHEREAS, NYSEG's RFP states (Section II, C. Eligible Resources): "Resources may be in the form of any or all of the following resource types... Introduction of CNG, LNG to the extent allowed and supported by the community....", and WHEREAS, injection of CNG or LNG would result in expanded use of natural gas which is counter to Tompkins County's goal to decrease use of natural gas to achieve GHG emissions reduction, and WHEREAS, transportation of CNG or LNG on local roads introduces significant safety risks and adds wear and tear to our roads, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality 78 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Committee, That Tompkins County opposes the injection of CNG or LNG as a non -pipe alternative solution in response to NYSEG's non -pipe alternatives RFP, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk send a certified copy of this resolution to Joseph Syta, Vice President -Controller and Treasurer at NYSEG and to Hon. Kathleen Burgess Secretary, New York State Public Service Commission (docket number 17-G-0432). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Report from a Municipal Official(s) George McGonigal, Common Council member, was thankful for the manner in which the Legislature honored the youth receiving the Distinguished Youth Awards and for listening to youth in our community. He said Common Council will meet tomorrow evening and will be considering two resolutions regarding Charter/Spectrum programming: one for WENY and the other related to WSKG. Common Council will also be voting on the membership of four new commissions the City has organized and those groups should begin meeting in April. Mr. Lane asked about the status of the City's franchise agreement. Mr. McGonigal stated it was currently being negotiated and programming was not part of those negotiations. He said the negotiations are related more to access and the City Attorney has been very involved with it. Mr. John inquired about the site work being done on Taughanock Boulevard. Mr. McGonigal stated the site work has begun and the project is scheduled to begin with this year's construction season and is a two-year project. Government Operations Committee Resolution No. 2018-56: Resolution Requesting Charter Communications/Spectrum and the Federal Communications Commission to Restore WENY to Channel 19 of its Basic Cable Service to Subscribers Residing in Tompkins County (ID #7661) RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, WENY TV, an ABC affiliate station originating in Elmira, NY, was formerly carried on Channel 19 of the basic cable television package provided by Charter Communications/Spectrum to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, WENY TV's news programming provides the most complete coverage of local Tompkins County news and sports of any of the stations located in the television markets surrounding the 79 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 County, and WHEREAS, Charter Communications/Spectrum recently decided to remove WENY TV from Channel 19 of its basic cable television package, and WHEREAS, Charter Communications/Spectrum has advised the Ithaca Common Council that its choice was based on a Federal Communications rule requiring local cable providers to offer network affiliates within their Designated Market Areas, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is technically within the Designated Market Area of Syracuse, NY, even though Syracuse television news programming rarely covers Tompkins County news and sports, and WHEREAS, Federal Communications Commission rules require Charter Communications/Spectrum to offer Syracuse network affiliates, and WHEREAS, Federal Communication Commission rules do not prohibit Charter Communications/Spectrum from continuing to offer WENY TV on channel 19, as a public service to its subscribers in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, numerous residents of Tompkins County have communicated their anger at Spectrum's decision and asked County officials to speak up on their behalf, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature asks Charter Communications/Spectrum to restore WENY TV to channel 19 of its basic cable service to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, RESOLVED, further, That public officials representing Tompkins County residents may call upon the Federal Communications Commission (Media Bureau), if necessary, to clarify or change its rule(s) relating to Designated Market Areas in light of the negative impact of placing Tompkins County in the Syracuse Designated Market Area, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Charter Communications/Spectrum, the Media Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission, Congressman Tom Reed, and New York State Senator Tom O'Mara. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-57: Resolution Requesting Charter Communications/Spectrum to Continue WSKG as Part of its Basic Cable Service to Subscribers Residing in Tompkins County (ID #7662) 80 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, WSKG TV, a public television station originating in Binghamton, NY, is currently offered as part of the basic cable television lineup that Charter Communications/Spectrum provides to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, WSKG TV's programming offers local news and arts coverage of particular interest to residents of Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, Charter Communications/Spectrum has announced its intention to remove WSKG from the basic cable television lineup it provides to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, Charter Communications/Spectrum also recently elected to remove WENY TV, a primary provider of local Tompkins County news and sports coverage, from its basic cable television lineup, and WHEREAS, it is, therefore, a public service, and in the public interest, for Charter Communications/Spectrum to continue to offer WSKG as part of the basic cable television lineup it provides to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, it will cost Charter Communications/Spectrum nothing to continue to offer WSKG as part of its basic cable television lineup, and WHEREAS, Federal Communication Commission rules neither require nor prohibit Charter Communications/Spectrum from continuing to offer WSKG as part of its basic cable television lineup, now therefore be it WHEREAS, numerous residents of Tompkins County have communicated their anger at Spectrum's decision and asked County officials to speak up on their behalf, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature asks Charter Communications/Spectrum to reverse its announced decision and to continue to offer WSKG TV as part of the basic cable lineup it provides to subscribers residing in Tompkins County, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Charter Communications/Spectrum, Congressman Tom Reed, and New York State Senator Tom O'Mara. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 81 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:32 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:42 p.m. Public Safety Committee Resolution No. 2018-58: Authorization to Accept 2017 Homeland Security Grant and Budget Adjustment - Sheriffs Office (ID #7584) RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office has been awarded funding through the New York State Division of Homeland Security in the amount of $28,742.00 (FY2017DHSES) in 2017 and have not yet been utilized, and WHEREAS, said funds must be utilized toward law enforcement terrorism prevention activities, and WHEREAS, these funds will be used to replace outdated/broken portable radios, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Tompkins County accept these grant funds in 2018 for the purpose of procuring the aforementioned equipment, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to accept the grant funding from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and adjust the capital project fund as follows: Homeland Security Project Revenue: HI3415.44389 (Project # 3415) Other Public Safety Aid $28,742.00 Appropriation: H13415.59239 (Project # 3415) Construction Expense $28,742.00 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or his designee, be authorized to execute any contracts or agreements related to this grant. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting 82 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 6, 2018 February 20, 2018 RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey Adiournment The meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m. 83 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 4-3-18 Tuesday, March 20, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present McBean-Clairborne Member Present -Leslyn David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Excused Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Privilege of the Floor by the Public Kenneth Finkelstein, Village of Cayuga Heights resident and Vice President of Friendship Donation Network spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of New York State Proposed Legislation to Increase Food Rescue and Recycling. The Friendship Donation Network has over 100 volunteers and assists with putting food on the tables of Tompkins County residents. The organization was named Non -Profit Organization of the Year for 2018 by the Chamber of Commerce. He thanked Barbara Eckstrom, Director, and her Department of Recycling and Materials Management for the help they have provided. Vonnie Dawson, Tompkins County resident, said she is a disabled Biggs A former employee and spoke of the illnesses she suffers and the reasons that lead to her becoming homeless. She stated the County has been assisting with the cost of temporary housing in hotels and said she would like help obtaining permanent housing. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Ducson Nguyen, Common Council Member, City of Ithaca, reported the City has kicked off its LED street light initiative and said the Ithaca Police Department will be starting its implicit bias training soon. One proposal for the Green Street Redevelopment Project was received and there are two 84 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 affordable housing proposals on the table. He reported the four new Commissions are filled and will begin meeting next month. Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion Report on State of Plan for Tompkins Center for History and Culture (ID#7696) Mr. Rod Howe, Tompkins County Center for History and Culture, provided a PowerPoint presentation and reported on the plans for the Center as proposed for the new building. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018-59: Resolution in Support of New York State Proposed Legislation to Increase Food Rescue and Recycling (ID #7680) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, it is estimated that forty percent (40%) of food in the United States is wasted, and WHEREAS, edible leftover food is best kept out of landfills and instead used to feed people, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is fortunate to have the not-for-profit organization Friendship Donations Network that re-routes nearly half a million pounds of food each year, distributing it to people in need, and WHEREAS, using food waste for compost or energy recovery is a beneficial outcome environmentally and economically, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Recycling and Materials Management Department already implements programs to reduce and recycle food waste and is gearing up to recover even more, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Legislature supports the proposal by Governor Cuomo to require large-scale generators of food waste to donate and recycle excess food in alignment with the 1996 Federal Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York State Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, and New York State Senators James Seward, Tom O'Mara, and Pamela Helming. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 85 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by members present, to add to the agenda a resolution entitled Resolution in Support of Including the Internet Fairness Conformity Act in the 2018 New York State Budget. Ms. Robertson gave Ms. Black permission to withdraw the resolution entitled Adoption of Youth Services Advisory Board Bylaws. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Morey Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7658) Hillview Road Landfill Citizens Advisory Committee Dan Klein, Legislator/representative of program committee - term expires December 31, 2018 Air Services Board Katie Borgella, Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability - term expires December 31, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-60: Authoriz ing to A ccept Increased Safe Harbour Grant Funding and Execute Contract with Youth Services Department - Soci al Service s Department (ID #7619) WHEREAS the New York State Office of Children and Family Services has awarded the Department of Social Services a $60,000 Safe Harbour grant to further Tompkins County's efforts to address the problem of Sexually Exploited Children and Youth for use during the current calendar year, and WHEREAS the purpose of this grant is to assist community efforts to satisfy the requirements of the Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthening Families Act, and WHEREAS those efforts in recent years - which have included awareness, education, and outreach campaigns; partnership -building with several community agencies; and commencement of work on a shared assessment tool - have been organized and led locally by the Youth Services Department, and WHEREAS the Youth Services Department is best positioned to continue that work (including completion and distribution of the shared assessment tool, raising awareness among youth, conducting a county -wide needs assessment, clarifying roles among the partner agencies, and training human services 86 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 providers who work with children and youths), and WHEREAS the $50,000 value of last year's grant was reflected in each Department's budget, but this year's grant is worth $10,000 more, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Department of Social Services is authorized both to accept this Safe Harbour grant and to enter into an agreement with the Department of Youth Services to pass through both the funding and the leadership role in this multi -agency effort, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $10,000 Revenue: 6010.43389 NYS: Other Public Safety $10,000 Youth Services Appropriation: 7020.54402 Advertising $10,000 Revenue: 7020.42797 Other Local Govt Contribution $10,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-6 1: Adjustm ents to the 20 18 Budget — Municipal Sales Tax Distribution Agreement (ID #7633) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Resolution No. 87, adopted March 16, 1993, gave authorization for the County to enter into an agreement with the City of Ithaca for the distribution of sales tax proceeds, and WHEREAS, under a March 26, 1998, agreement, the County pays for selected services provided by the City in an amount that increases or decreases yearly based on actual sales tax collections in the City of Ithaca during the prior budget year, and WHEREAS, actual collections within the City of Ithaca increased by 6.5% in 2017 over 2016, a 87 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 better result than was anticipated, and WHEREAS, budget adjustments are therefore necessary to recognize the increase in sales tax compared to what was projected in the 2018 Budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following 2018 budget adjustments: Amount Due in 2018 (based on 2017 Change Revenues: 2018 Budget Actuals) ($) County/City Program A6901.41111 $623,732 $688,765 $65,033 Appropriations: County/City Program A6901.54666 $623,732 $688,765 $65,033 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 62: Ratification of the Ba rgaining Agreement by and Between th a County of Tompkins and the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL/CIO, Tom pkins County Local 855, Tom pkins County White Collar Unit 8900 (CSEA) (ID #7683) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the collective bargaining agreement between the County of Tompkins and the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL/CIO, Tompkins County Local 855, the Tompkins County White Collar Unit 8900, expired on December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, negotiations for a successor agreement have been ongoing, and WHEREAS, on March 8, 2018, the Tompkins County CSEA White Collar Unit held a vote and ratified an agreement covering the years 2018, 2019 and 2020, which encompass agreed upon language as well as the following compensation changes: Article 5, Compensation, Section 2. - Amend to reflect: 88 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 a) Effective January 1, 2018 - increase base pay by 2.0% on the 2017 base. For the year 2018, the 2% increase will be retroactive to January 1, 2018, only for employees on payroll as of the date of ratification by the Legislature. b) Effective January 1, 2019 - increase base pay by 2.0% c) Effective January 1, 2020 - increase base pay by 2.0% f) Longevity Payments i. A lump sum payment, based on all time in service, will be made to employees annually, in accordance with the schedule below. Payment will be made in the first pay date of the month in which their employment anniversary date or adjusted hire date falls. For part-time employees the longevity payment will be pro -rated. Upon completion of - 2018 2019 2020 5 - 9 years $500 $500 10 - 14 years $750 $1000 $1,000 15 - 19 years $1,000 $1,250 $1,250 20 - 24 years $1,250 $1,500 $1,500 25 years or over $1,500 $1,750 $1,750 ii. Longevity payments are not added to base salary for the purpose of computing salary increases in future years. iii. Employees who resign, retire or are terminated prior to their employment anniversary date, which serves as the basis for eligibility or payment, are not eligible for payment. Article 11 - Holidays - Amend to reflect 2. Employees will be granted a Personal Holiday (formerly "Floating Holiday"), which may be used in the same time increments as "Personal Time". Use of Personal Holiday time must have prior approval of the department head or their designee, time must be requested by December 1st of each contract year, and must be taken before the end of the last full pay period cycle in the year. now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Negotiating Committee and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the bargaining agreement between the County of Tompkins and Civil Service Employees Association, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, AFL/CIO, Tompkins County Local 855, the Tompkins County White Collar Unit 8900, for the period of January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2020, is hereby ratified, RESOLVED, further, That any salary or fringe adjustment made as a result of this agreement 89 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 shall be retroactive to January 1, 2018, only for those individuals on payroll as of the date of ratification of this agreement by the Tompkins County Legislature. RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to make such appropriations as necessary and appropriate to implement this agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-63: Establishing Salaries for Positions Designated as Management and Authorizing the Transfer of Funds for Salary Adjustments (ID #7684) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, on March 8, 2018, the membership of the Tompkins County CSEA White Collar unit ratified a three-year contract effective January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, in recent years the salary increases for management employees have paralleled those negotiated by the CSEA White Collar unit, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Tompkins County Management Employees shall be provided with the same salary and benefit adjustments as those negotiated by the CSEA White Collar Unit for the period January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2020, RESOLVED, further, That any salary or fringe adjustment made as a result of this resolution shall be retroactive to January 1, 2018, only for those individuals on payroll as of the date of adoption of this resolution by the Tompkins County Legislature, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to make such appropriations as necessary and appropriate to implement this agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-64: Resolution in Support of Including the Internet Fairness Conformity Act in the 2018 New York State Budget (ID #7698) 90 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Governor Cuomo has proposed to modernize New York State's current sales tax collection procedures to ensure New York's existing sales tax laws are enforced equitably across all sales platforms, whether in a local store or through the Internet, and WHEREAS, the proposal seeks to expand sales tax collection responsibilities to the most prominent online marketplace providers as a method to capture a large share of these online transactions, protecting local and State sales tax revenues, and leveling the playing field for New York's "Main Street" retailers, and WHEREAS, the proposal is a necessary, proactive response to the rapidly changing retail Internet economy and does not increase sales taxes as the sales taxes that would be collected by the online marketplace are legally owed by the New York purchasers, and WHEREAS, the States of Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Rhode Island, and Washington have passed similar marketplace laws and in response to the legislation, Amazon and Etsy have begun to collect sales taxes owed on the third -party sales that they host, and WHEREAS, online marketplaces such as Amazon Marketplace, eBay, Etsy, Walmart.com, and various "app stores" represent a large and growing share of online retail sales and this marketplace model is now the dominant and fastest going model for all online sales, and WHEREAS, over $110 billion was transacted in the U.S. through online marketplaces in 2016 and worldwide, online marketplaces sold more than $1 trillion in goods in 2016, garnering 44 percent of all online sales according to "Digital Commerce 360", and WHEREAS, according to a 2017 report from Forrester Research, shoppers did half of their online spending through marketplaces, and that could rise to two-thirds by 2022, and WHEREAS, according to Amazon through a press release, more than half of the units sold on Amazon.com in 2016 were from third party sellers and retail sales on marketplaces grew in 2016 at nearly a 15% annual pace, and WHEREAS, over two million third party sellers operate on Amazon's marketplace, eBay hosts 25 million sellers, and Etsy 1.9 million, and WHEREAS, a November 2017 report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) estimated that sales tax collections by third party sellers using marketplaces is as low as 14 percent nationwide, as online marketplaces generally do not collect sales tax as part of their service, and 91 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 WHEREAS, it is estimated that more than half of the uncollected sales tax on Internet sales nationwide are due to third -party transactions through online marketplaces, and WHEREAS, a disconnect between the payment collector and the actual seller undermines a central feature of sales tax administration resulting in a major breakdown in the tax collection structure and widespread non-compliance by third -party sellers with approximately 20% not registered as sales tax vendors or third -party sellers chronically underreporting their taxable sales, leaving New York sales tax collected by the online marketplace and remitted to sellers that is never received by the State, and WHEREAS, the proposed legislation would also help to level the playing field for New York State's "Main Street" stores as it is projected that almost $275 million in State and local sales taxes owed under State law would be collected in the first full year, reducing pressure on local property taxes with an expected growth of 15% to 20% annually, and WHEREAS, a 2017 GAO report estimates that New York State is not collecting between $500 million and $900 million annually due to sales transactions conducted over the Internet and the Internet Fairness Conformity Act would close a significant portion of this gap, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature supports the inclusion of the Internet Fairness Conformity Act in the 2018 New York State Budget, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this Resolution will be forwarded to the New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, State Senators James Seward, Pamela Helming, and Tom O'Mara, State Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, and NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Public Safety Committee Resolution No. 2018-65: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement Pay Reimbursement - Sheriff s Office (ID #7629) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Sheriffs Office had six (6) employees out on disability leave or 207C as of August 2017 for greater than two months, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement pay to the Department 92 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2017: FROM: A1990.54400 TO: A3113.51000419 A3150.51000406 A3150.51000411 A3113.58800 A3150.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $ 62,697.00 Deputy Sheriff $ 1,275.00 Corrections Officer $ 28,043.00 Corrections Sgt. $ 14,400.00 Fringes $ 554.00 Fringes $ 18,425.00 Resolution No. 2018- 66: Resolution to Support the Initiative to Develop a LEAD (La w Enforcement Assisted Diversion) program in Collaboration with the City and Community Representati ves and to A uthorize the County Administrator to Execu to the Me morandum of Understanding (ID #7666) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County ("County"), and the City of Ithaca ("City"), as well as residents and business owners in the community want to improve public safety and public order in our community, and WHEREAS, the City, County, and community representatives want to reduce future criminal behavior related to mental health, drug involvement, chronic homelessness, poverty, and other health and wellness issues in the community, and WHEREAS, arresting, booking, processing, and jailing individuals committing low-level offenses related to mental health, drug involvement, chronic homelessness, poverty, and other health and wellness issues has had limited effectiveness in improving either public safety or public order in our community, and WHEREAS, interventions that connect individuals who could otherwise be charged with low- level offenses with services instead of arrest, such as through the type of programming described as Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion ("LEAD") may cost less and be more successful at reducing longer term criminal behavior than processing these individuals through the criminal justice system, and 93 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 WHEREAS, LEAD is a program in which police officers exercise discretionary authority at point of contact to divert individuals to a community based, harm reduction intervention for low-level law violations driven by unaddressed public health and human service needs, and WHEREAS, LEAD is a way for law enforcement and prosecutors to help communities respond to public order issues stemming from unaddressed public health and human service needs, and WHEREAS, peer-reviewed studies find that LEAD can reduce recidivism in a community and improve the health and well-being of the involved individuals, and WHEREAS, a proposal is now before the County to support the development of a LEAD program in Tompkins County in collaboration with the City and community representatives, and in connection therewith, the parties have drafted a Memorandum of Understanding to describe the process for developing a local LEAD program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the County supports the initiative to develop a LEAD program in collaboration with the City and community representatives, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute the Memorandum of Understanding and to apply County resources to participate in the development and operation of a LEAD program in Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018- 67: Authori zation to Execu to Constru ction Funding Agreement with New York State Department of Stat e (NYSDOT) — CR 119 — Coddington Road Highway Safety Improvements at Burns Road and East King Road Intersections, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24 (ID #7677) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, a Project for the reconstruction of Coddington Road in the Town of Ithaca at its intersections with Burns Road (County Road 116) and East King Road (County Road 179), P.I.N. 3753.24, (the Project), is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 90% federal funds and 10% non- federal funds, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 11 adopted on January 18, 2005, Resolution No. 141 adopted on 94 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, March 20, 2018 July 5, 2016, and Resolution No. 151 adopted on August 2, 2016, approved the Project and authorized execution of agreements with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) regarding administration and funding, and WHEREAS, Resolution 79 adopted on April 5, 2016, authorized issuance of Design Approval for the Project, and WHEREAS, the NYSDOT requires for locally administered projects that the County appropriate one hundred (100%) percent of the project costs and then file for reimbursement of eligible costs, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the above project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Construction, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above -subject project and authorizes the County of Tompkins to pay in the first instance one hundred (100%) percent of the federal and non-federal share of the cost of Construction work for the Project or portions thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $1,371,000 is hereby made available within account HZ5103.59239.53.08, Coddington Road Capital Project Account, to cover the cost of participation in the above phase of the Project, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification from the NYSDOT thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator or his designee be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project, the administration of the Project, the municipality's first - instance funding of Project costs, permanent funding of the local share of federal -aid and state -aid - eligible Project costs, and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:39 p.m. 95 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 4-17-18 Tuesday, April 3, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Excused Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present McBean-Clairborne Member Present -Leslyn David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Excused Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Privilege of the Floor by the Public John Spence, Executive Director of the Community Arts Partnership, said over $4 million in grants funding has been administered in support of the arts. He read a letter from the Community Arts Partnership Board expressing its appreciation to the Legislature and the Strategic Tourism Planning Board for the significant and ongoing support for arts. Thomas Shelley, Ithaca resident, and member of the Environmental Management Council and the City's Parks and Recreation Commission, spoke in support of the proposed State law to ban the use of plastic bags. Frank Proto, Town of Caroline resident, urged the Legislature to recognize the importance of the arts and culture organizations that helped build the tourism program. He spoke of the history of the tourism program and encouraged the Legislature to review the history and return to the original intent and provide these entities with the original funding. Peggy Coleman, Elmira resident and Director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Award of 2018 Arts and Culture Organizational Development Grants. She appreciates the hard work that is done in the community and stated it is unfortunate that the information shared publicly was incorrect and incomplete. She urged community members to obtain the correct information and would like the process that is in place to be followed. 96 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Kelli Cartmill, Village of Cayuga Heights resident and Chair of Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), said she believes the work done by the Board is important and believes the campaign concerning the Arts and Culture Organizational Development (ACOD) grants disregards the work that is being done by the STPB. She explained that the funding for ACOD is not more important than other programs and that the funding has increased not decreased. She spoke of the process and said it will be followed. The Board is comprised of professionals chosen by the Legislature and charged by the Legislature to make these recommendations. Scott Wiggins, Town of Ithaca resident and a member of the STPB, said he is a supporter of the arts and his family owns a hotel and also collects the tax. He urged the Legislature to support the efforts and recommendations of the STPB. He does not believe a specific group should come directly to the Legislature to ask for additional funding when there is a process in place. Steven Stull, Town of Lansing resident, spoke in support of arts and culture and the organizations in Tompkins County receiving funds. He also spoke of the arts and culture organizations he is involved with and applauds the hard work of the STPB. He believes the funds should be distributed as recommended by the STPB. David Kraskow, City of Ithaca resident, expressed his enjoyment of the arts and culture and said he is grateful for the positive outcome of the legislative process. He spoke of the arts community contributing to the community and likes all programs the taxes fund. Anne Klingensmith, Town of Danby resident and Environmental Management Council member, urged the Legislature to support the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Single -Use Carryout Retail Bags and spoke of the multiple articles and information about plastics and micro -plastics she has read. Dan Weed, Town of Newfield resident, thanked the Legislature for its strength and power of diversity and said he appreciates the Legislature's support to combat the opioid epidemic in Tompkins County. The Director of the Alcohol and Drug Council has a vision and is proposing a 24-hour detox facility to be open and available when clients are ready to use it. He urged the Legislature to support the resolution entitled Supporting the Development of a Regional Open Access Medically -Supervised Withdrawal (Detox) Stabilization Center in Tompkins County. Flossie Martell -Glennon, Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Single -Use Carryout Retail Bags and addressed some of the problems caused by plastic in the oceans and the cycles of plastics being broken down. She stated we can choose to make a change in Tompkins County. Kalle Brinnell, Ithaca resident, also spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Single -Use Carryout Retail Bags. She asked when she grows up what will the world look like. She spoke of the large number of plastics created just this year and said it is not worth it. She encouraged moving from single -use plastic bags to reusable bags. She stated the bags are used on average for 12 minutes and that they never truly get thrown away, they end up in the waterways. Margo Brinn, City of Ithaca resident, spoke of her grandchild being upset when she heard of how the plastics harm animals and urged the Legislature to support resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Single -Use Carryout Retail Bags. She spoke of the lifecycle of the plastic bags and what other communities have done to tackle the ban on plastic bags. 97 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Marie McRae, Dryden resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Single -Use Carryout Retail Bags and considers this ban a start to working on other plastics and containers. Mike Mellor, Lansing resident and member of the STPB, referenced a letter he sent to the Legislature about the arts and culture funding issues and concerns raised about the grants. In addition he spoke in support of a ban of plastic bags. Brian Eden, Tompkins County resident and Chair of the Environmental Management Council, spoke of the Governor's report and the Environmental Management Council's work on the issue of plastic bags. He asked the Legislature to think about the planet and families when voting on the resolution to ban plastic bags. Dr. James Orcutt, Tompkins County resident, spoke about his support of the arts and encouraged people to read the Strategic Tourism Plan. He believes it is good plan and that everyone should sit down and discuss what can be done better; it is a really important issue. David Squires, Town of Ithaca resident, said he also supports the arts. He also spoke of the Room Tax and suggested the County should look at the collection process to make sure sales tax and Room Tax is being filed correctly. Susan Stafford, Cortland County resident and Budget Chair for STPB, said she has been a volunteer for 10 years. The Board works very hard to fulfill its charge by the Legislature and at its stewardship of arts funding. She urged the Legislature to continue with its support. Thomas Mann, Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the ban on plastic bags. He also spoke in support of the arts. Many organizations in the County are large and are run by volunteers. People like to come to Ithaca for the opportunities in arts and culture that is offered. He urged the Legislature to continue to support these organizations. Report from a Municipal Official(s) George McGonigal, Common Council member, reported the City of Ithaca Common Council will meet tomorrow and will be voting on extending the Planned Unit Development Overlay District to a larger part of the City. The City is also studying the proposed Parks Master Plan that includes significant changes that could affect the County. The City was awarded a grant for $100,000 that will be used to study a Safer Consumption Space as it related to the opioid crisis. The Study will be administered by the Southern Tier Aids Program and the City is hoping for a collaborative effort with the County. He reported the Emerald Ash Borer has arrived in the City of Ithaca and has been found in two areas. This is serious matter because 13% to 15 % of the trees in Stewart Park and the Golf Course are Ash trees. He stated the City will be addressing this issue. Ms. Champion asked if there was any update on the west -end State Street Bridge bike lane and the Brindley Street Bridge projects. Mr. McGonigal said the Brindley Street Bridge project was originally a one-year project but due to the soil being so soft they have changed it to a two-year project. In reference to the bike lane project, he said it has been approved and will probably begin next year. Mr. Sigler recommended Mr. McGonigal contact Scott Doyle, Planning and Sustainability Department, in regard to the Emerald Ash Borer issue. Ms. Kelles added a presentation was given on this 98 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 issue at the last Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee meeting. Ms. Robertson spoke of the Charter Communications issue and said the owner of WENY from Elmira will be meeting with her tomorrow and invited Mr. McGonigal to join them. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: John, Morey Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7700) Environmental Management Council Don Smith - At -large representative - term expires December 31, 2019 Strategic Tourism Planning Boar Susan Stafford - TC3 representative - term expires December 31, 2020 Resolution No. 2018-68: Awarding of Constructi on Bid for Ludlowville Streambank Stabilization Project and Budget Reappropriation of 2016 Grant Funding to the 2018 Budget (ID #7708) WHEREAS, the County accepted a grant in the amount of $149,025 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in 2016 to provide funding for the Ludlowville Stream Stabilization Project (Res. No. 2016-139), and WHEREAS, after conducting the engineering for the project, the balance of FEMA funding to construct the project is $118,908.76, and WHEREAS, the Department of Finance - Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids to construct the Ludlowville Streambank Stabilization Project, and WHEREAS, ten (10) bids were received and publicly opened on February 6, 2018, and WHEREAS, the low bid was within the budget estimate, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That a contract be awarded to JB's Excavation Services of Apalachin, New York, lowest responsible bidder, of no more than $114,957.00, 99 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 budget: Revenues: A8027. 44959 Federal Aid $118,908.76 TOTAL REVENUES $118,908.76 Expenditures: A8027.54442 Professional Services $118,908.76 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $118,908.76 SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED (Negative Determination of Environmental Significance Resolution adopted July 5, 2016 (Resolution 2016-123)) Resolution No. 2018-69: Acceptance of Grant from the Park Foundation for the HeatSmart Tompkins III Program of Solar Tompkins (ID #7716) WHEREAS, since 2015, the Park Foundation has supported, through two grants, the HeatSmart Tompkins Program, and WHEREAS, Solar Tompkins has run the highly successful HeatSmart Tompkins Program utilizing the solarize framework to promote heat pump technology and building energy efficiency, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County submitted a grant request to the Park Foundation, on behalf of Solar Tompkins, to provide funding for a third round of HeatSmart Tompkins to continue the ground- breaking work of the earlier grants, building on accomplishments with proven methods, including low prices through bulk purchase and soft -cost reduction, vetted installers, reduced technical barriers, and increased public education and confidence, and WHEREAS, the County has been awarded a grant from the Park Foundation in the amount of $38,000 to continue the HeatSmart Tompkins Program over the next six months while Solar Tompkins awaits word of additional grant funding from other sources, and WHEREAS, the Department of Planning and Sustainability is prepared to administer this grant, and WHEREAS, the HeatSmart Tompkins III program would support two policies of the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan (2015): Promote energy-efficient housing Increase the use of local and regional renewable energy sources and technologies now therefore be it 100 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County act as fiscal sponsor for the project with the Solar Tompkins Board of Directors retaining responsibility for decision-making and project implementation, RESOLVED, further, That the County hereby accepts Park Foundation funds in the amount of $38,000, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 budget: Revenues A8027.42070 Contributions from Private Agencies $38,000 TOTAL REVENUES $38,000 Expenditures A8027.54400 Program Expenses $38,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $38,000 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -21 Health and Human Services Committee Resolution No. 2018-70: Supporting the Developm ent of a Regional Open Access Medically - Supervised Withdrawal (Detox) Stabiliz ation Center in Tompkin s County (ID #7723) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean- Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, in the United States, more than 21 million people are living with a substance use disorder, which is 1.5 times the number of people who have cancer, and WHEREAS, in the United States, only 1 in 10 people with a substance use disorder receives treatment, and WHEREAS, in the United States, the annual cost of substance misuse is estimated to be $442 billion in healthcare costs, loss of productivity cost, and criminal justice cost, and 101 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 WHEREAS, in New York State, 12% of residents over the age of 11 have suffered from a substance use disorder, and WHEREAS, in New York State, opioid deaths were reported to have increased by 29% between 2015 and 2016, and WHEREAS, in Tompkins County, the death rate reported from drug overdose increased by 50% from 2015 to 2016, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature is committed to adapting to the needs of changing demographics and responding to emerging healthcare needs to serve the interests of residents, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the urgency in addressing the substance use disorder crisis in the United States, New York State, and in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, Alcohol and Drug Council of Tompkins County has proposed the development of a 24/7 Open Access Medically -Supervised Withdrawal (Detox) Stabilization Center, providing a continuum of care to address the current healthcare crisis and improve health outcomes for residents with substance use disorders, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That Tompkins County supports initiatives and opportunities to support Alcohol and Drug Council of Tompkins County in the development of an Open Access Medically -Supervised Withdrawal (Detox) Stabilization Center facility to be located in Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 2018- 71: Award of Contra ct — Electronic Health Records a nd Practice Management System - Mental Health and Public Health Departments (ID #7707) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean- Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, existing software no longer meets the requirements for medical records, billing, and data needs, and WHEREAS, the Mental Health and Public Health Departments have jointly distributed a Request for Proposals "Joint Electronic Records and Practice Management System" in accordance with established Tompkins County and New York State purchasing procedures, and WHEREAS, five (5) proposals were received, reviewed, and evaluated by the Mental Health, 102 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Public Health, and Information Technology Services Department team based on product demonstrations and needs outlined in the Request for Proposals, Joint Electronic Records and Practice Management System, dated November 6, 2017, and WHEREAS, the departments recommend that TenEleven Group, LLC located in Amherst, NY, be awarded the contract for Electronic Health Records and Practice Management System, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County Administrator, or his designee, be authorized to execute a contract for the services with TenEleven Group, LLC of Amherst, NY, for an amount not to exceed $500,000 over a period of five years, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or his designee, is hereby authorized to execute future change orders totaling up to ten percent (10%) of the contract amounts during the terms of the agreement, RESOLVED, further, That funds for this project are included in capital accounts EHR Public Health - 4004.59239 40.04 and EHR Mental Health - 4004.59239 40.05 and operating budgets of both departments. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-72: Resolution in Support of a Statewide Ban on Sin gle-Use Carryout Retai 1 Bags (ID #7712) It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to amend the resolution as follows: "WHEREAS, the presence of single -use plastic retail bags with sorted recyclables and erganie ma4er-ials create equipment problems at local material recovery facilities and composting facilities, respectively, and this increases operational costs at these facilities, and contaminates sorted recyclables and compost products, and "WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes that a statewide ban on all single -use carryout bags whether made from plastic and or paper would have a greater the gr-eates environmental benefit and is the preferred compared to a simple plastic bag ban legis a4ive ae ^N, research used by the New York State Plastic Bag Task Force report shows that a statewide plastic bag ban with a $0.10 fee on paper bags would have an estimated overall reduction in use of single -use carryout bags from a current estimate of 78% to an overall carry -out ba u� 16%, and "WHEREAS, the Tompkins County legislature strongly supports a statewide ban on retailers providing single -use carryout bags of either plastic or paper material and as an alternate would support a ban on single -use plastic bags with a fee on single -use paper bags given the latter resolutions overall estimated reduction in single -use carryout bags; and urges Governor Cuomo's Plastic Bag Task Force to recommend legislation toward either end, now therefore be it "RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality 103 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby expresses its strong support for a statewide ban on all types of carryout single -use bags and a ban on single -use plastic retail bags and a fee on recyclable paper bags as an alternative and urges the Governor to seek approval for this proposed legislation in the —FY2019 Budge and for the New York State Assembly and Senate to adopt this proposal into legislation,". A voice vote resulted as follows on the amendment: Ayes - 11; Noes - 1 (Legislator Sigler); Excused - 2 (Legislators John and Morey). AMENDMENT CARRIED. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [10 TO 2] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, David McKenna, Martha Robertson NAYS: Michael Lane, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Americans use an estimated 100 billion single -use plastic retail bags annually, and less than 5% are recycled; the remaining 95% end up as trash, litter, or contaminating recycling, and WHEREAS, consumers pay for single -use plastic retail bags embedded in their purchases; as they cost retailers $4 billion annually, and The Wall Street Journal estimates $18-$30 per customer per year would be saved with a ban on plastic bags, and WHEREAS, the presence of single -use plastic retail bags with sorted recyclables create equipment problems at local material recovery facilities and composting facilities, respectively, and this increases operational costs at these facilities, and contaminates sorted recyclables and compost products, and WHEREAS, plastics, once released into the environment, never fully break down, and, in addition to potentially becoming unsightly litter, plastic bags cause harm to fish and wildlife through ingestion and entrapment, and WHEREAS, the most effective solution to reduce plastic bag pollution is to reduce the amount of single -use retail plastic bags and to promote the use of reusable bags to customers to carry out groceries and other retail purchases, and WHEREAS, according to the recent New York State Plastic Bag Task Force report, the production of paper bags requires a significant amount of water and, "due to the increased energy required for both the production and transportation of paper bags, they have been found to have a greater carbon footprint than single -use plastic bags", and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes that a statewide ban on all single -use carryout bags whether made from plastic or paper would have a greater environmental benefit and is 104 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 preferred compared to a simple plastic bag ban, research used by the New York State Plastic Bag Task Force report shows that a statewide plastic bag ban with a $0.10 fee on paper bags would have an estimated overall reduction in use of single -use carryout bags from a current estimated of 78% to an overall carry -out bag use of 16%, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County legislature strongly supports a statewide ban on retailers providing single -use carryout bags of either plastic or paper material and as an alternate would support a ban on single -use plastic bags with a fee on single -use paper bags given the latter resolutions overall estimated reduction in single -use carryout bags; and urges Governor Cuomo's Plastic Bag Task Force to recommend legislation toward either end, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby expresses its strong support for a statewide ban on all types of carryout single -use bags and a ban on single -use plastic retail bags and a fee on recyclable paper bags as an alternative and urges the Governor to seek approval for this proposed legislation and for the New York State Assembly and Senate to adopt this proposal into legislation, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution shall be sent to State and local officials, and that this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-73: Award of 2018 Arts and Culture Organizational Development Grants (ID #7701) It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mr. Granison, to amend the resolution to add the following Resolved: "RESOLVED, further, That the Arts and Culture Organizational Development grants budget line be increased from $217,870 to $300,000 for 2018, with the increase being taken from the Room Occupancy Tax funded Tompkins County Tourism Program fund balance, and the Arts and Culture Organizational Development grant review panel be reconvened to consider allocating the additional funds." A voice vote resulted as follows on the amendment: Ayes - 2 (Legislators Granison and Klein); Noes - 10; Excused - 2 (Legislators John and Morey). AMENDMENT FAILED. Ms. Kelles thanked Ms. Borgella and Mr. Helmholdt for their hard work and agrees with Mrs. McBean-Clairborne about having further discussions. Ms. Borgella agreed to take a poll to schedule a meeting to begin the discussion of the process. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Champion, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to Call the Question. THE QUESTION WAS CALLED. 105 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 2] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Anna Kelles, Anne 2015 Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha 2017 Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Henry Granison, Daniel Klein EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Community Arts Partnership (CAP) and the Tompkins County Legislature recognize that the local arts and cultural community is a valuable and unique asset, and that a need exists to harness the power of the arts to grow tourism, and that strategic management and stabilization of these assets will better serve visitors through well-planned marketing efforts, and WHEREAS, the County contracts with CAP to develop and implement a plan for financial and operational development and capacity building of arts and cultural entities, and WHEREAS, the arts and cultural community could better position itself in the marketplace to attract more visitors to and enhance visitors' stay in Tompkins County, thus generating more dollars into the local economy, and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board has since 2007 recommended allowing tourism grant programs to have the previous year's allocated but unspent funding reallocated to the next year's budget, and WHEREAS, pending a recommended budget adjustment, funding exists within the Room Occupancy Tax funded Tompkins County Tourism Program budget for the Arts and Culture Organizational Development Program, and WHEREAS, CAP has requested and reviewed applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Arts and Culture Organizational Development Grants be awarded in 2018: 106 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Cayuga Chamber Orchestra $21,373 $21,800 $22,236 $27,000 $27,000 $27,000 20,000 20,000 $23,000 Cinemapolis $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $13,500 $13,500 $18,370 CSMA $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $7,000 $7,000 $10,000 Hangar Theatre $22,600 $23,052 $23,513 $27,000 $27,000 $27,000 $24,500 $24,500 $20,000 History Center $21,458 $21,887 $22,325 $27,000 $27,000 $27,000 $22,000 $22,000 $24,000 Kitchen Theatre $21,264 $21,689 $22,123 $27,000 $23,000 $27,000 $30,000 $30,000 $30,000 PRI (Museum $15,000 $15,300 $15,606 $40,000* $40,000* $40,000* $30,000* $30,000 $30,000* 106 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 of the Earth & Cayuga Nature Center Running to Places $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $15,000 Sciencenter $16,000 $16,320 $16,646 $17,000 $17,000 $17,000 $20,000 $20,000 $20,000 State Theatre $17,000 $22,850 $23,307 $23,773 $27,000 $27,000 $25,000 $25,000 $27,500 Grant Totals $159,695 $167,898 $170,756 1 $188,773 $188,000 $192,000 $197,000 $197,000 $217,870 RESOLVED, further, That CAP is paid an amount up to $10,000 for administrative evaluation and oversight services, RESOLVED, further, That an agreement with CNY Accounting & Tax Pros is authorized in an amount not to exceed $2,000 to conduct financial and fiscal progress reviews of grant recipient organizations to determine their current operational status and their ability to fulfill the goals of the Arts and Culture Organizational Development Program of the Tompkins County Tourism Program, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign any agreements with the recipients and CAP pertaining to this program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Explanation: *In 2013, for the first time, PRI applied jointly under a Mergers/Shared Services category. The recommended award to PRI of $30,000 in 2016 is a joint award to support both the Cayuga Nature Center and the Museum of the Earth. Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 8:05 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:15 p.m. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson made the following appointments: Cayuga Lake Watershed Intermunicipal Organization Deborah Dawson, Delegate Anne Koreman, Alternate Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood provided a detailed report on the functions of the New York State Office of Human Rights. Government Operations Committee A request was made to have Assessment Director, Jay Franklin, give a presentation at the next Legislature meeting. Mr. Molino agreed to follow-up on this request. Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee 107 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-7 4: Am endment of the 2018 Tom pkins County Budget to Reflect Appropriation of 2018-2019 Budgets for the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council and Authoriz ation to Implement the Amendment (ID #7659) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean- Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County serves as the Host Agency for the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council, the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Ithaca -Tompkins County area, and WHEREAS, the County has a contract with the New York State Department of Transportation to provide funding for the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council through grants provided by the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration, and WHEREAS, the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council has grant authorizations for its 2018 -2019 fiscal year, beginning April 1, 2018, and ending March 31, 2019, in the amounts of $293,691 from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and $40,991 from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and WHEREAS, the Policy Committee of the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council has adopted resolution 2018-01, APPROVAL OF THE 2018-2019 ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL OPERATING BUDGET, which requests that the Host Agency (Tompkins County) take the appropriate actions to fully implement said operating budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the budgets for the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council, as presented in "ATTACHMENT A" to this resolution, be amended in the 2018 Tompkins County budget and that the County Finance Director be authorized to expend such funds for the period from April 1, 2018, through March 31, 2019. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting March 6, 2018 108 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 3, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Michael Sigler, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairbome, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey March 20, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John, Glenn Morey Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. 109 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 5-1-18 Tuesday, April 17, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson Member Member Member &Status Arrived Present Present Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Late 5:35 PM Anna Kelles Member Late 5:56 PM Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Excused Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Proclamations Ms. Robertson read and presented a proclamation declaring April 2018 as Fair Housing Month in Tompkins County to Ellen Morris Knower of the Ithaca Board of Realtors. Ms. Knower thanked the Legislature and said events are being planned throughout the year. Mr. John arrived at this time. Ms. Robertson read and presented a proclamation declaring April 25, 2018, as a day to Take Back the Night at Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) to Lindsey Lehman, TO student. Legislators Mike Sigler and Leslyn McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation declaring April 17, 2018 to be Theda "Teddy" Seligman Zimrot Day in Tompkins County. The proclamation was presented to Teddy's neighbor, Mr. Genung, who said Teddy would not want attention but would say "much thanks". Dr. Clarke provided a history of the Fair Housing Act and amendments that have been made since it was first enacted. He explained how the landmark legislation has been strengthened and expanded to adapt to the times. 110 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Privilege of the Floor by the Public Joe Wilson, Dryden resident, said he was a former high school teacher, coach, and principal. He said the proposals to harden school sites and arm schools and to isolate schools is futile; the answer is to eliminate guns altogether. He said the resolution on the agenda entitled Urging the United States Congress to Enact a Law Mirroring Provisions of the Assault Weapons Ban of 2017 that Prohibits the Sale of Assault Weapons and High Capacity Magazines (ID #7726) is a small step and will slow the speed by which kids are killed. Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield, spoke in support of the resolution on the agenda entitled Resolution Urging the United States Congress to Enact a Law Mirroring Provisions of the Assault Weapons Ban of 2017 that Prohibits the Sale of Assault Weapons and High Capacity Magazines (ID #7726). Report from a Municipal Official(s) There was no Municipal Official present. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Robertson spoke of the passing of Legislator Mike Lane's mother, Viola Miller Lane, who passed away at 100 years old. She expressed the Legislature's deepest condolences and asked for a moment of silence in her memory. Ms. Kelles arrived at this time. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee - M. Lane, Chair Resolution No. 2018-75: Endorsing Tompkins Cortland Community College Amend ment to Child Care Center Project (ID #7733) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne stated for the record that although the purpose of the Child Care Center is to cover the needs of the students it will be available to community members as well if space is available. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, via Resolution No. No. 116 of 2016, the Tompkins County Legislature approved Tompkins Cortland Community College's Child Care Center Project in the amount of $4,000,000.00, and WHEREAS, there is a need to increase the project budget by $732,000.00 for a new total of $4,732,000.00, and 111 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the College has secured additional funds through private donations and unallocated SUNY Construction Fund dollars, and WHEREAS, the amended funding for this project will be as follows: $1,000,000 State Grants $1,732,000 SUNY Capital Project Funds $2,000,000 Private Funds Already Received (Local Share) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the county sponsors do hereby approve Tompkins Cortland Community College's Amendment to the Child Care Center Project, RESOLVED, further, That this Legislature does hereby recognize that the Local Share (Cortland County and Tompkins County) has already been secured through private donations as referenced above, RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins Cortland Community College will submit appropriate applications and information necessary for approval and funding to the State University of New York for the Amendment to the Child Care Center Project, RESOLVED, further, That this Resolution shall become effective upon the adoption of a concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7779) RESULT: APPT'D BY CHAIR Workforce Development Board Kit Kephart - Key Community Partner - TANF representative; term expires June 30, 2018 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Robertson granted Mr. McKenna permission to withdraw the resolution entitled Award of Bid - Tompkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project. It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled A Resolution in Support of New York State Legislation Establishing a Third County Court Judge in Tompkins County. Consent Agenda 112 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Morey Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7691) Advisory Board on Indigent _ Representation John A. Fitzgerald - term expires December 31, 2020 Henry Granison - term expires December 31, 2018 STOP -DWI Advisory Board Njoku Awa - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Community Mental Health Services Board - Substance Abuse Subcommittee G.P. Zurenda - Community Member representative - term expires December 31, 2020 Daniel Sudilovsky, M.D. - Community Member representative - term expires December 31, 2021 Public Information Advisory Board Bruce Ryan - term expires December 31, 2019 Resolution No. 201 8-76: Am endment to Resolution No. 3 9 of 2 018 t o Modify P ublic Health Department Fiscal Target for Medical Examiner Program Restructuring (ID #7735) WHEREAS, Resolution No. 39 of 2018 authorized the restructuring of the Medical Examiner Program in the Tompkins County Department of Public Health and a corresponding budget transfer across budgeting units, and WHEREAS, the aforementioned budget transfer moved spending authority out of a budgeting unit subject to the Public Health Department's Fiscal Target (4014) and into a budgeting unit that is one of the Department's mandated units (4017), thus effectively reducing the Department's Fiscal Target, and WHEREAS, it was the Department's expectation that, in addition to the budget transfer for 2018, this consolidation of the Medical Examiner Program in the mandated unit would also result in a decrease in the Department's Fiscal Target, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That Resolution No. 39 of 2018 be and hereby is amended to authorize and direct that the Department's Fiscal target be adjusted downward by $66,129 (the full 2018 expenditure appropriation for unit 4014). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 113 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-77: Adoption of Cash Management and Investment Policy (ID #7719) WHEREAS, Article 2 -Section 10 of the General Municipal Law requires each local government to authorize depositories for public funds, and WHEREAS, Article 2 -Section 11 of the General Municipal Law requires each local government to authorize Permitted Investments for public funds not required for immediate expenditure, and WHEREAS, Article 3 -Section 39 of the General Municipal Law requires each local government to adopt a comprehensive investment policy that details the local government's operative policy and instructions to officers and staff regarding the investment of public funds, and that the Investment Policy shall be annually reviewed by the local government, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Cash Management and Investment Policy dated March 2018, is hereby adopted. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Public Safety Committee Resolution No. 201 8-78: Resolution to Author ize the Con my Administ rator to Execute th e Memorandum of Understanding to P articipate in the "Raise t he Age" Compliance Coalition (ID #7729) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, on April 10, 2017, Governor Cuomo signed into law "Raise the Age" legislation that was included as part of the State Budget, and WHEREAS, the vast majority of cases of 16- and 17-year-olds charged with criminal offenses will ultimately be heard in the Family Court, either originating there or being transferred there from a new Youth Part of the adult criminal court/superior court, and WHEREAS, under "Raise the Age," no 16- or 17 -year-old will be sentenced to or detained in a facility with adults; youth whose cases are heard in Family Court will be detained or placed in New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)-operated, OCFS-licensed, or Administration for Children's Services (ACS) facilities (including Close to Home), as Juvenile Delinquents currently are; while Adolescent Offenders who are detained pre-trial will be held in a specialized secure juvenile detention center for older youth, which will be certified and regulated by OCFS in conjunction with the State Commission of Correction, and 114 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 WHEREAS, these "Raise the Age" detention provisions will create challenges for the counties of New York State, in attempting to comply with the edicts of same, and WHEREAS, the Municipalities, which include the Counties of Allegany, Chemung, Cortland, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates, share a common interest in developing "Raise the Age" Compliance resources, procedures and protocols, and WHEREAS, the Municipalities are acting in accordance with section 119-o of the New York State General Municipal Law, to cooperatively create a "Raise the Age" Compliance Coalition for the purpose of fulfilling their respective public purposes, needs, objectives and programs related to compliance with the detention mandates created by the "Raise the Age" legislation, and WHEREAS, it is the intention of participating Municipalities to work collaboratively to develop a scope of work to retain expert professional consulting services and identification of proposed contract deliverables, fees, and expenses for the municipalities related to compliance with the detention mandates created by the "Raise the Age" legislation, and WHEREAS, there are no fixed fees for participation, however, participating Municipalities shall, to the extent deemed necessary by any such municipality, contribute appropriate in-kind services or their own out of pocket expenses necessary to effectuate the negotiation of a resulting proposed consulting agreement and in connection therewith, the parties have drafted a Memorandum of Understanding to describe the process for working collaboratively, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the County participate in the "Raise the Age" Compliance Coalition in collaboration with surrounding Counties and community representatives, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute the Memorandum of Understanding dated April 2018 and to participate in this collaborative initiative. SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 Resolution No. 2018-79: Enhancing Safety of County Facilities through Provision of Naloxone (ID #7728) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control estimated that over 66,000 lives would be lost to overdoses in 2017, and the National Center for Health Statistics determined that over 2/3 of these fatalities involve opioids, and 115 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the National Institute on Drug Abuse identifies the drug Naloxone as one that can immediately reverse the effects of opioid drugs, restoring normal respiration, and reports at least 26,500 opioid overdoses in the U.S. were reversed by laypersons using naloxone between 1996-2014, and WHEREAS, the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) writes that "prompt action by a non-professional who observes an individual experiencing early stages of opioid overdose and who administers naloxone before professional first responders are on the scene, greatly increases the probability of survival," and WHEREAS, ASAM further states that "revival of an opioid overdose victim- often referred to as a `rescue' via naloxone use `in the field' - is important to achieve as it can be life-saving and the first step in helping an individual connect with ongoing helpful medical services (including addiction treatment if indicated) after the treatment of the overdose emergency," and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is similarly experiencing the effects of a nationwide opioid epidemic and desires to enhance survival of victims and promote both pre-emptive and follow-up services to those at risk for overdose, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County employs more than 700 workers and others at 19 buildings and various work sites, and hosts hundreds of citizens and visitors daily, and WHEREAS, with comprehensive placement and training, naloxone will in many cases ensure response and intervention within an immediate time frame, thereby dramatically improving the chance of survival should someone in our facilities suffer an opioid overdose, and WHEREAS, in keeping with its leadership role in community health and safety, the ready availability of naloxone will improve safety of our workforce and promote and help make naloxone a life- saving fixture throughout the County, and WHEREAS, the Departments of Probation, Mental Health, and Human Services, in addition to the Sheriff's Office have acquired naloxone and established protocols for its use in instances of suspected opioid overdose in County workplaces and public interactions, and the County desires to expand these capabilities to other departments and facilities, and WHEREAS, by Resolution 2014-201, the County established an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Cardio -Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) program within its facilities and operations to enhance the safety and health of workers, citizens, and visitors and delegated program functions to the Department of Emergency Response and the County Health and Safety Committee, and WHEREAS, the "Good Samaritan" rules as governed by State Public Health Law apply to naloxone administration in addition to the operation of AEDs and provision of CPR, and WHEREAS, the Department of Emergency Response has developed a framework within which a naloxone initiative can be incorporated into the AED/CPR program for access, storage, inventorying, and maintaining of naloxone supplies and for training of County employees in naloxone administration, in concert with existing AED, CPR, and first-aid offerings, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Department of Emergency Response is hereby authorized to partner with other agencies, departments, and community 116 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 partners, in the establishment and maintenance of a naloxone distribution and training program within County workplaces, RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Emergency Response has identified existing resources to begin the initiative in 2018 and incorporate naloxone training into existing safety training programs. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-80: A Resolution in Support of the Upcoming Gun Buyback Program (1D #7727) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Sheriff and District Attorney have proposed holding an event to receive and buy guns that are turned in from members of the public on June 9, 2018, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Airport Fire and Rescue Building located on Airport grounds at 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, New York, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has successfully held gun buyback events in prior years where members of the public were able to surrender guns that are no longer wanted, with no questions asked, followed by the checking of the guns to determine whether they may have been involved in any known criminal activity, storage for one year, and the destruction of the guns, and WHEREAS, the District Attorney has determined that adequate funds are available in the forfeiture account to fund the gun buybacks, and WHEREAS, the Sheriff has agreed to staff and supervise the event, including the parking areas outside of 72 Brown Road, and WHEREAS, without such an event, it may be difficult for many people to dispose of unwanted guns, leading to situations where the guns are lost or left unsecured, and WHEREAS, providing a safe and secure pathway for members of the public to voluntarily dispose of guns that they no longer wish to possess or store will prevent those guns from being used unsafely, thereby providing a useful service to the community, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature supports the proposed gun buyback program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 117 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-81: Resolution Urging the United States Congress to Enact a Law Mirroring Provisions of the Assault Weapons Ban of 2017 th at Prohibits the Sale of Assault Weapons and High Capacity Magazines (ID #7726) RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson NAYS: Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County is committed to the health and safety of students, school employees, and all residents, and WHEREAS, it is Tompkins County's highest priority to create and maintain a respectful and healthy environment and the County is, therefore, committed to reduce gun violence and fatalities; doing so is necessary to helping all children thrive and remain safe at home, in school, and throughout life, and WHEREAS, in 1994, Congress passed and President Clinton signed, the Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act, that banned the manufacture for civilian use of certain semi- automatic firearms defined as assault weapons and certain ammunition magazines defined as large capacity in order to reduce crime and violence in the United States, and WHEREAS, in 2004, the Act expired by operation of law and has not been renewed by Congress, and WHEREAS, due to the expiration of the Act, assault weapons may be legally sold and purchased within many states, and WHEREAS, since 1999, the number of mass shootings in schools, churches, and other public places has increased as the overall national crime rate has steadily declined, and WHEREAS, in the last several years, mass shooting incidents involving assault -style weapons and high-volume magazines once banned by the Act have occurred in locations across the United States including Tucson, Arizona; Aurora, Colorado; Newtown, Connecticut; Clackamas, Oregon; Virginia Tech University; Las Vegas, Nevada; Orlando, Florida; and Parkland, Florida, and WHEREAS, hundreds of innocent children and adults have been killed or injured in these incidents, and WHEREAS, the use of semi-automatic, assault -style weapons equipped with large capacity magazines enables persons intent on committing mass murder to cause far more deaths and injuries than would be possible if such weapons and ammunition magazines were not available, and 118 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the people of Tompkins County mourn the loss of the 17 innocent people murdered on February 14, 2018, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, the deadliest school shooting since 2012, and WHEREAS, the firearm used to murder and injure the victims at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School was an AR -15 semi-automatic assault style weapon equipped with high-capacity magazines, the same weapon used repeatedly in school shootings of students and teachers, and WHEREAS, assault -style weapons and large capacity ammunition magazines are not suitable for civilian use of any type and constitute a demonstrated threat to the general public and law enforcement personnel, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges the United States Congress to immediately enact a law mirroring the provisions of the Assault Weapons Ban of 2017, S.2095, as introduced in the United States Senate that prohibited the sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature send copies of this resolution to Congressman Reed and to Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand and request their support for the passage of the legislation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 82: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal -Pay Reimbursement - Department of Probation and Community Justice (ID #7681) This resolution was adopted by short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Rich John SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, in the Department of Probation and Community Justice, one Probation Officer resigned on February 23, 2018, WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: 119 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 FROM: A1990.54400 TO: A3142.51000585 A3142.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $4,399 Probation Officer $3,028 Fringes 1,371 Resolution No. 2018-83: A Resolution in Suppor t of New York State Legislation Establishing a Third County Court Judge in Tompkins County (ID #7794) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Senator Pamela Helming and Senator Tom O'Mara have introduced 5.7981 into the New York State Senate, entitled "AN ACT to amend the judiciary law, in relation to establishing a third county court judgeship in the county of Tompkins", and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has had two County Court Judges serving as Judges of the County Court, Family Court, and Surrogate's Court since before the State takeover of funding of these courts through the Unified Court Budget Act of 1976, and WHEREAS, while the trend in Upstate New York counties has been to see population decrease, Tompkins County has been fortunate to see its population grow 50% over the past 50 years from approximately 70,000 in 1966 to its 2016 census estimate level of 104,871, and WHEREAS, because of this steady and consistent population growth in Tompkins County, the population per County Court Judge is the highest of any other County in the Sixth Judicial District, with a population per Judge of 52,436 people, and approximately one and a half times the District average, and WHEREAS, over the past 40 years when New York State assumed financial responsibility for the two Tompkins County Court Judges, the caseloads in the Tompkins County Court, Family Court, and Surrogate's Court have grown proportionately with the population increase, and WHEREAS, the increased caseloads have led to more crowded dockets for appearances, motions, hearings, and trials, as well as the use of more bed -days in the Tompkins County Jail for any accused individual being held, and WHEREAS, the crowded dockets have led to the appointment and use of Ithaca City Court Judges as Acting County Court Judges on an emergency basis to handle portions of the caseload, leading to docket issues at the City Court, and WHEREAS, with the elevation in 2016 of the Supreme Court Judge who resides in Tompkins County to serve on the Appellate Division of the Third Department, there is no local Supreme Court 120 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 Justice hearing Supreme Court cases or available to provide assistance in presiding on local criminal court matters, and WHEREAS, establishing a third County Court Judge position would bring Tompkins County to an average of one Judge per 34,957 people, still higher than the Sixth Judicial District average proportion of one Judge per 31,608 people, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is prepared to meet its local responsibilities to support the placement of a third County Court Judge in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has committed resources to a comprehensive approach aimed at controlling the Jail population through reducing recidivism, and a key element of this effort is swift and intensive judicial interventions when needed, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature urgently supports passage S.7981 to establish a third County Court Judge in Tompkins County, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to Senator Pamela Helming, Senator Thomas O'Mara, Senator James Seward, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Governor Andrew Cuomo, and the Administrative Judge of the Sixth Judicial District, Molly Fitzgerald. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:50 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. Lane requested the Legislature receive a presentation from the Highway Department on road and bridge projects. Mr. McKenna said he would follow-up on that request. Government Operations Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne requested Legislators receive a copy of the foreclosure report; Mr. Snyder explained the purpose of the report provided to the Government Operations Committee and said the Legislature will receive a full report. Resolution No. 2018-84: 2018 Membership Authorization a nd Appropriation from Contingent Fund - International City/County Manage ment Association (ICMA) - County Administration (ID #7724) This resolution was adopted by short roll call vote. 121 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to have County personnel be members of a variety of organizations, and WHEREAS, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) advances professional local government through leadership, management, innovation, and ethics, with a stated vision of being the leading professional association dedicated to creating and supporting thriving communities throughout the world, and WHEREAS, ICMA's members are professional city, town, and county managers/administrators who are appointed by elected officials to oversee the day-to-day operation of communities, and WHEREAS, the association promotes and embraces diversity among its members, including a governing board that reflects ICMA's membership and the communities served, and WHEREAS, ICMA provides member support; publications; data and information; peer and results -oriented assistance; and training and professional development to over 11,000 city, town, and county managers/administrators, their staffs, and other individuals and organizations throughout the world, and WHEREAS, ICMA's Voluntary Credentialing Program recognizes professional local government managers qualified by a combination of education and experience, adherence to high standards of integrity, and an assessed commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, and requires a commitment of at least 40 hours of professional development every year, and WHEREAS, each year, through its Annual Conference, ICMA offers an abundance of educational, information -sharing, and networking tools to help professional local government managers' best serve their communities in today's complex environment, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That membership in ICMA be authorized as an official membership for the County Administrator, RESOLVED further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: FROM: 1990.54400 CONTINGENT FUND TO: 1230.54416 MEMBERSHIP DUES 1230.54412 TRAVEL/TRAINING 122 $3,040 $1,040 $2,000 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, April 17, 2018 RESOLVED further, That the Fiscal Target for the Department of County Administration be increased by $3,040. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne requested the Legislature receive a report and update from the Airport at a future meeting. Minutes of Previous Meeting April 3, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m. 123 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 5-15-18 Tuesday, May 1, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black M& Member Status Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present McBean-Clairborne Member Present -Leslyn David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Excused Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Proclamation Ms. Robertson read and presented a proclamation declaring April 29 -May 5, 2018, to be Small Business Week in Tompkins County to Jennifer Tavares, President of the Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Taveres thanked the Legislature and asked that Legislators encourage residents to continue to support and visit local businesses. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Fay Gougakis, City of Ithaca resident and cyclist since 1982, spoke about the new Lime Bikes and how she believes they were unveiled in an irresponsible way. She said she was upset as she doesn't feel safe and because so many of these bikes are taking up space that is needed for people to lock their own bicycles. Sarah Wicker and Amber Smith, Finger Lakes Toy Library, announced the Toy Library opened ten months ago in the West Clinton Plaza. There are 700 toys available; to date they have served 150 families and 200 children at all economic levels. Amber Smith said she is in attendance to let the Legislature know the Toy Library exists and asked that word of their existence be spread. The goal is to provide children with access to high - 124 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 quality toys that they might not otherwise have the opportunity to. She distributed brochures and invited Legislators to an anniversary party to be held on June 23rd. The space is welcoming and donations are accepted from the public. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Kathy Servoss, Dryden Town Board, announced an evening of recognition will be held on May 2nd to recognize Dryden's first responders who have actively been serving the community for 30 years or more. She said the Town Board created an emergency services advisory committee to help facilitate communication between service providers. The Town Board approved $10,000 in funding for the Finger Lakes Land Trust to manage a Conservation Easement for the Prince Farm property. She also stated draft design reports are now available for the South George Road and Freese Road projects and public comments are being encouraged and accepted. Information is available on the Town's website. George McGonigal, City of Ithaca Common Council member, spoke in support of the Toy Library. He also thanked the Legislature for its continued battle with Spectrum to get local stations back. In response to Ms. Kelles' question about the City's CIITAP program, Mr. McGonigal said he could follow-up on that, but the City is talking about extending its PUV zone in to the West End/Waterfront area so this would be a change in that it would be a much different and more open type of zone. Mr. McGonigal addressed Mr. Lane's comment about the detour in the East State Street area and urged anyone commuting to the City to avoid the area due to construction work taking place. He agreed with Mr. Lane's comments about the need for getting information out to the public on the detour for East State Street. Ms. Robertson thanked Mr. McGonigal for working on the Spectrum issue as well. Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion Presentation - Capital Project Update - Jeff Smith, Highway Director (10 minutes) (ID#7805) Mr. Smith, Highway Director, provided the Legislature with a Capital Projects update. Mr. McKenna asked Mr. Smith to provide a list of all County bridges and the conditions of them at a future Facilities and Infrastructure Committee meeting. RESULT: C OMPLETED Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. McKenna, seconded by Ms. Koreman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Award of Bid - Tompkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda. 125 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Morey Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7738) Environmental Management Council Genevieve Shipley - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Resolution No. 2018-85: Budget Adjustments and Transfers for 2018 - Departm ent of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #7770) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5000 require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee that the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books for fiscal year 2018: Recycling and Materials Management FROM TITLE AMOUNT 8163.58800000 Fringes $20,700.00 8163.54442 Professional Services $11,000.00 TO TITLE AMOUNT 8160.54400 Program Expense $20,700.00 8163.52231 Vehicles $11,000.00 Explanation: Budget Transfers that exceed $5000 are for the following items: Additional funds in Program Expense are needed to pay for City of Ithaca in Lieu of Taxes due to increased property assessment. The original fringe rate was higher than adjusted rate. The additional funds for Vehicles are needed to purchase a new food scraps collection cargo truck, rather than a used one. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-86: Audit of Final Paym ent to Tower Roofing Company, Inc., for the Airport Administration/Crash/Fire Res cue Building Roof - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #7771) 126 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 WHEREAS, Tower Roofing Company, Inc., has completed its contract, to the satisfaction of the County, and all Prime and Sub -Contractors' Labor Law Certification forms, executed Lien Affidavit, and Consent of Surety to Final Payment have been received and with all work done within budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the following claim against the County of Tompkins, be and hereby is audited by the Tompkins County Legislature: Vendor Payment Requested Account No. Amount Tower Roofing Company, Inc. 1 (and Final) 5643.59239 $52,500 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. 5643.59239. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 Resolution No. 2018- 87: Budget Adjustment t o Increase Consolidated Highway Improvemen t Program (CHIPS) funding, Extreme Winter Recovery, and PAVE NY Apportionments - Highway Department (ID #7774) WHEREAS, New York State has increased the reimbursements over 2017, increasing the Consolidated Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS), which includes Extreme Winter Recovery and PAVE NY funding, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustments: BUDGET ADJUSTMENT Revenue: D5110.43501 CHIPS Revenue (2018 increase) $285,503.00 Appropriation: D5110.54312 Highway Materials $285,503.00 Explanation: The Highway Department's CHIPS funding has been increased for 2018. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-88: Award of Spring 2018 Tourism Project Grants (ID #7783) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for Tourism Projects using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it 127 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Tourism Project Grants are approved: Applicant Event Organization Project Title Dates Awar Latino Civic Association of 2018 Latin@ Sept 15 - Tompkins County Heritage Month Oct 15 $2,000 Sciencenter 2018 Vet Exhibit N/A $25,000 Wharton Studio Museum 2018 Ithaca Fantastik Nov 2 - 11 $15,000 Community Arts Partnership of 2018 Spring Writes Tompkins County Literary Festival May 3 - 6 $3,500 Downtown Ithaca Alliance 2018 Ice Fest Dec 6 - 8 $10,000 Ithaca Asian American 2018 Finger Lakes Association / Social International Dragon Ventures Inc Boat Festival July 14 $9,000 2018 Ithaca Festival Ithaca Festival After Dark June 1 - 3 $10,000 Ithaca Shakespeare 2018 Summer July 12 - Company Shakespeare Festival 29 $12,000 2018-2019 Big Day In, Naked Noise, Aug 1 & November Music Apr 6 Ithaca Underground Series 2019 $6,000 2018 Living Fossils: Paleontological Travelers from Deep Research Institution Time N/A $5,000 Total $97,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-89: Award of Spring 2018 New Tourism Initiative Grants (ID #7784) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for New Tourism Initiatives using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for 128 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following New Tourism Initiative grants are approved: Applicant Event Organization Project Title Dates Awar Center for 2018 - Introducing Transformative the MV Teal to Action Discover Tompkins Tourism Cayuga Lake Community N/A $1,600 Cooperative Extension Association of 2018 Open Farm Aug 11 - Tompkins County Days Weekend 12 $6,250 History Center in Tompkins County Authentically Rural Oct 5 - 7 $8,000 2018 Hair & Self- Sept 14 - Villa e at Ithaca Care Festival 16 $4,000 Community Arts 2018 Greater Ithaca Partnership of Art Trail Open Tompkins County Studio Weekends Oct 6 - 14 $2,000 2018 Ithaca Reggae June 22 - Tea Leaves Inc Fest 24 $5,000 2018 Wharton Studio Wharton Studio Era Headphone Museum Walking -Play N/A $5,000 2018 Wizarding Wizarding Weekend Weekend Oct 26 - 28 $15,000 Total $46,850 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 20 18-90: Award of 201 8 Tour ism Capital Grants - Tom pkins County Area Development (TOAD) (ID #7786) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Tourism Program includes Tourism Capital Grants and Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) administers the Tourism Capital Grants process, which includes designing the application, reviewing and analyzing the feasibility and economic impact of tourism capital projects, and providing oversight for tourism capital projects, and 129 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 WHEREAS, funding exists within the Room Occupancy Tax funded Tompkins County Tourism Program budget for Tourism Capital Grants, and WHEREAS, TCAD reviewed the following projects with the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), and the STPB anticipates that the following projects will encourage the development of tourism products and attractions in order to improve community assets, to increase tourism business in the County, and to increase the income from the Room Occupancy Tax, and the following grant awards have been recommended by the STPB, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Tourism Capital Grants be awarded in 2018: Applicant Award Award 2018 2019 Center for Transformative Action / Discover Cayuga Lake $50,000 -0- Friends of Stewart Park $40,000 $10,000 Ithaca Children's Garden $30,000 -0- Sciencenter $10,000 -0- State Theatre of Ithaca $26,000 The History Center $50,000 $30,000 Total J$206,000 1 $40,000 RESOLVED, further, That TCAD is paid an amount up to $13,260 for administrative evaluation and oversight services in 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign any agreements with the award recipients and TCAD pertaining to this program. SEQR ACTIONS: Center for Transformative Action / Discover Cayuga Lake — Type II -20 Friends of Stewart Park — Type II -1 Ithaca Children's Garden — Type II -21 Sciencenter — Type II -20 State Theatre of Ithaca — Type II -1 The History Center — Type II -20 Resolution No. 2018-91: Award of First Round of 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation Funding (ID #7788) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan on September 18th, 2012, and WHEREAS, in 2016 the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) adopted an Agriculinary Tourism Implementation Plan and in 2014 adopted a Priority Trails Strategy, each of which 130 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 further identifies priority actions for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a dedicated funding source for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, known as the Strategic Tourism Implementation fund, and WHEREAS, the Agriculinary Tourism Implementation and Tompkins Priority Trails Strategy projects are eligible for funding as Strategic Tourism Implementation projects, and WHEREAS, the STPB established a category in the Strategic Tourism Implementation program for projects that have been identified by the STPB and the County's Tourism Program as priorities which are best suited for implementation internally by program staff, and WHEREAS, staff leadership for the Tourism Program is provided by the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability, and WHEREAS, the STPB has voted to recommend funding in full for each of the three projects under consideration for funding, and WHEREAS, Strategic Tourism Implementation funding exists within the hotel room occupancy tax -funded Tourism Program budget for 2018, now therefore be it, RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development & Environmental Quality Committee, That the following projects are awarded 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation funding: Applicant / Project Award Town of Dryden / Dryden Rail Trail Route 13 Crossing - Prelim. Design & $26,000 F.H. Fox Bridge Engineering. Ithaca / Tompkins County CVB (a division of the Tompkins County Chamber $18,000 of Commerce) / CVB Agriculinary Tourism Plan Implementation - Gap Request Tompkins County Workforce Development Board / Visitor Journey A2D $11,175 Ambassador Training Program TOTAL $55,175 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign any agreements pertaining to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTIONS: Dryden Rail Trail Route 13 Crossing - TYPE II -21 CVB Agriculinary Tourism Implementation - TYPE II -20 Visitor Journey A21) Ambassador Training Program - TYPE II -20 131 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-92: Resolution Urging the Federal Government to Maintain Strong Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) Standards and S upporting California's Effort Challenging the Proposed Federal CAFE Standards Rollback (ID #7806) WHEREAS, Tompkins County developed the Tompkins County Energy Roadmap in 2016, and WHEREAS, the Energy Roadmap is one of the most detailed and comprehensive analyses of energy use and greenhouse gas emissions conducted by any municipal government in the United States, and WHEREAS, the Energy Roadmap developed alternative future energy use and supply scenarios that would allow Tompkins County to reach its greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal of 80% below 2008 levels by 2050, and WHEREAS, an 80% reduction is the goal that must be reached globally to avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change, and WHEREAS, current Federal Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards were a necessary component of every scenario in the Roadmap that could achieve the 80% reduction in emissions by 2050, and WHEREAS, greenhouse gases accumulate and persist in the atmosphere so immediate and steady progress in reducing emissions is as important as meeting the 2050 goal, and WHEREAS, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt has recommended and the Trump Administration is now proposing to roll back the CAFE standards, and WHEREAS, a rollback of the CAFE standards could make it virtually impossible for Tompkins County, New York State, and the United States to meet long-term emission reduction goals or make near- term progress in reducing emissions, and WHEREAS, the State of California is suing the Federal government to prevent a rollback of the CAFE standards and has committed to maintaining these standards in California if there is a Federal rollback, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That Tompkins County opposes any Federal rollback or weakening of the current CAFE standards, RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County urges the State of New York to support California's efforts to challenge the proposed rollback and maintain the current standards in New York should the Federal rollback occur, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be sent to President Donald Trump, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, U.S. Representative Tom Reed, N.Y. Governor Andrew Cuomo, N. Y. State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, N.Y. State Commissioner of Environmental Conservation Basil Seggos, N.Y. State Senators Thomas O'Mara, Pam Helming and James Seward, and N.Y. Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton. 132 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018-93: Authorize an Amendment to the Capital Progra m to Increase the Project Cost of the Tompkins Center for Hi story and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project to Cover the Co st of the Gene ral Work Contract, Mechanical Contract, and Electrical Contract (ID #7811) RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 98 of 2017, dated June 6, 2017, the Legislature did authorize the acquisition and improvements to the former Tompkins Trust Building at 106-112 North Tioga Street to serve as the home for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture, and also amended the Capital Program to incorporate the Tompkins Center for History Culture Code and Building Improvements Project, and WHEREAS, the Finance Director was authorized to establish Capital Project 16.17, through which the project has been managed, and WHEREAS, the purchase price of the building was established at $2,000,000, and WHEREAS, the engineering assessment of the Building identified approximately $900,000 in improvements needed to make the Building code -compliant and ready for tenant renovations, and WHEREAS, the County has transferred $2,900,000 from its General Fund to pre -fund the Project Cost of the Tompkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project, and WHEREAS, to help offset these costs, the County would receive the following pledges or grants: $450,000 $450,000 originally pledged from leaders of the Tompkins Center for History and Culture capital fundraising campaign is being delivered as a portion of the $500,000 grant from the State and Municipal Facilities Program (SAM), and $100,000 Capital grant from the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, , which would reduce the County's net cost to acquire and improve the building to $2,350,000, and 133 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 WHEREAS, during the course of design and bidding, additional costs in the amount of $445,100 have resulted in total project costs that will exceed the $2,900,000 previously appropriated for this project, and WHEREAS, as a means to further continue the project, it would be in the County's interest to increase its investment from $2,350,000 to $2,795,100, which will allow the project to move forward as designed and without delay, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the 2018-22 Capital Program be, and hereby is, amended to reflect a total project cost for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project of $3,345,100 with a net County cost of $2,795,100 after receipt of grants and contributions, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be, and hereby is, authorized to utilize the funding that is currently available in HB1617.59239.16.17 to pay for these projects costs, both the originally established project costs and the additional costs resulting from the receipt of contract bids for General Work Contract, Mechanical Work Contract, and Electrical Contract. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 94: Award of Bid — Tom pkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project (ID #7761) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Finance Department has duly advertised for bids for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture Code and Building Improvements Project, and WHEREAS, seven (7) bids were received for three (3) contract bids and publicly opened and read on April 10, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That contracts be awarded to the lowest responsible bidders as follows: General Work Contract Marchuska Brothers Construction, LLC $561,000 Endicott, NY Mechanical Contract Johnson Controls, Inc. $502,638 Rochester, NY Electrical Contract Richardson Brothers Electrical Contractors, Inc. $135,550 134 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Ithaca, NY TOTAL $1,199,188 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into contracts with the successful contractors and to execute change orders of up to ten (10) percent of the contract total, RESOLVED, further, That the Facilities Department be authorized to implement this bid on behalf of the County, funds being available in Capital Account No. HB 1617.59239.16.17. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 201 8-95: Award of Spring 201 8 Tourism Marketing and Advertising Grants (ID #7782) Mr. Sigler was granted permission to abstain from voting as he may be a recipient of the marketing funds. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 0] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich Partnership of John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson ABSTAIN: Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for Tourism Marketing and Advertising using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Tourism Marketing and Advertising grants are approved: Applicant Organization Project Title Event Dates Award Community Arts 2018 Greater Ithaca Oct 6 - 14 $2,850 Partnership of Art Trail Open Tompkins County Studio Weekends Tea Leaves Inc 2018 Ithaca Reggae June 22 - $4,113 Fest 24 135 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Wharton Studio 2018 Wharton Studio N/A $1,000 Museum Era Headphone Walking -Play Wizarding Weekend 2018 Wizarding Oct 26 - 28 $4,100 Weekend Wharton Studio 2018 Ithaca Fantastik Nov 2 - 11 $2,600 Museum Community Arts 2018 Spring Writes May 3 - 6 $3,120 Partnership of Literary Festival Tompkins County Downtown Ithaca 2018 Ice Fest Dec 6 - 8 $2,100 Alliance Ithaca Asian 2018 Finger Lakes July 14 $2,600 American International Dragon Association / Social Boat Festival Ventures Inc Ithaca Festival 2018 Ithaca Festival June 1 - 3 $3,100 After Dark Ithaca Shakespeare 2018 Summer July 12 - $1,000 Company Shakespeare Festival 29 Ithaca Underground 2018-2019 Big Day Aug 1 & $3,600 In, Naked Noise, Apr 6 November Music (2019) Series Paleontological 2018 Living Fossils: N/A $2,100 Research Institution Travelers from Deep Time Civic Ensemble 2018 Civic Acts: July 5 - $4,390 New Plays Toward Aug 5 The Beloved Community Downtown Ithaca Bite of Ithaca 2018 June 25 - $2,500 Alliance 30 Ithaca Children's 2018 Showcasing N/A $5,000 Garden ICG as a destination: Zooming in on nature -play, family - centered outdoor recreation, and sustainable lifestyles Kitchen Theatre 2018 N/A $5,000 Company Trumansburg 2018 TACC N/A $2,737 Chamber of Marketing and Commerce Advertising 136 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Village of 2018 Farmers' N/A $1,225 Trumansburg Market Marketing Date(s) and Advertising T -burg Chamber T -burg Porchfest Total June 16 $500 $53,135 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-96: Award of Spring 2018 Community Celebration Grants (ID #7785) Mr. Sigler was granted permission to abstain from voting as he may be a recipient of the marketing funds. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 01 MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson ABSTAIN: Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for community celebrations using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Community Celebrations grants are approved: Applicant Celebration Name Municipality Event Award Organization Date(s) T -burg Chamber T -burg Porchfest Village of T- June 16 $500 bur Dryden Lake Dryden Lake Festival Town of July 28 $1,600 Festival, Inc. Dryden Ithaca Children's International Mud Day City of Ithaca June 30 $1,950 Garden Southside Kwanzaa 2018 City of Ithaca Dec 27 $1,600 Community Center, Inc. 137 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Groton Girl Scout Groton Community Village of Aug 7 $1,000 Troop 41432, C/O Night Groton Village of Groton Triphammer Arts Watermusic/Dancing City of Ithaca July 14- $2,000 Inc. on the Trail 15 Multicultural First Peoples Festival City of Ithaca June 29 $1,750 Resource Center Child Development Playdate in the Park City of Ithaca June 5 $850 Council Center for IWR Community City of Ithaca July 21 $680 Transformative Picnic at the Park Action/Groundswell Project Varna Community 2018 GeoWhiz City of Ithaca Nov 10 $500 Association No Mas Lagrimas Art in Community & City of Ithaca Aug 1 - $1,200 Latino Multicultural Sep 30 Festival Newfield Old Home Newfield Old Home Town of July 27- $2,000 Days Days Newfield 28 Committee/Town of Newfield T -burg Chamber of T -burg Winterfest Village of T- Dec 1 $1,000 Commerce bur Town of Groton 10th Annual Verne Town of Aug 24- $700 Morton Memorial Groton 25 Photography Show & Contest Historic Ithaca, Inc. 2018 TC Walk and Town of June 30 $1,000 Talks Lansing - Aug25 Ithaca Aviation Tommy Centennial Town of Sept 29 $2,000 Heritage Flight Celebration Lansing Foundation Enfield Community Enfield Harvest Town of Sept 29 $2,000 Council, Inc. Festival Enfield Southside Juneteenth 2018 City of Ithaca N/A $1,000 Community Center, Inc. Danby Community Civil War Encampment Town of Danby June 22- $1,400 Council 24 Total $24,730 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 138 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 1, 2018 Minutes Approval April 17, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Glenn Morey Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m. 139 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 6-5-18 Tuesday, May 15, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson Title Member Member Member Status Arrived Present Present Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Late 5:32 PM Anna Kelles Member Late 5:32 PM Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson IChair Present Michael Sigler I Member Present Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Ms. Robertson presented a proclamation to Lee Dillon, Executive Director of Tompkins Community Action, declaring May 2018 to be Community Action Month in Tompkins County. Ms. Dillon thanked the Legislature for its continued support. Ms. Kelles and Mr. John arrived at this time. Ms. Robertson proclaimed the month of May 2018 to be General Aviation Month in Tompkins County. Ms. Robertson presented the following service awards: Richard Snyder, Finance Director - 5 years of service Dave McKenna, Legislator - 10 years of service Steve DeWitt, Election Commissioner - 15 years of service Michael E. Lane, Legislator - 20 years of service Privilege of the Floor by the Public 140 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 David Weinstein, Town of Dryden, said he has been consulting on the Freese Road Bridge and is actively engaged in deliberations on the historic status of the bridge. He reported on a meeting he just came from in Syracuse with a number of officials to discuss issues related to the historic nature of the bridge. He hopes the meeting will result in options to consider restoring the historic nature of the bridge. Laurie Snyder, Town of Dryden, said more than 200 people have contacted the Dryden Town Board to urge the Freese Road Bridge be restored. She lives in a house next to the bridge that is 200 years old. She also attended the meeting in Syracuse where it was stated that the bridge is historic and a cultural resource. James Skaley, Town of Dryden, said he participated several years ago in creating the Varna Hamlet Plan that included the Freese Road Bridge. He also attended the meeting in Syracuse as a consulting party today. The purpose and needs statement will have to be revised to include the historical components and what processes and alternatives might be considered as part of the new design. As consulting parties they will continue to work with the Town in a collaborative way to come up with a situation that meets the needs of the general community as well as the transportation issues. John Berger, Dryden, spoke in support of the historic nature of the Freese Road Bridge and offered several examples of inconsistencies and offered to share information with Legislators. Fay Gougakis, City of Ithaca, spoke passionately against the way the Lime Bikes were brought into the community and expressed concerns about safety. She acknowledged her passion for bicycles and also expressed her frustration with not receiving a response from community officials. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Ducson Nguyen, Common Council member, reported on several actions Common Council has taken. The Green Street garage Request for Proposals process has been reopened after only one submission was received. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is coming to Council and tomorrow at the City Administration Committee meeting they will be considering taking advantage of State Legislation to allow municipalities to set up a Charitable Gifts Reserve Fund Tax Credit. In reference to comments made under Privilege of the Floor by the Public, he has raised the Lime Bike issues and has conveyed concerns; those bikes can no longer take up space in bike racks and must be kept outside of private property. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7832) 141 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Youth Services Board Kelly Sauve - Town of Ithaca representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Resolution No. 2018-97: Authorization to Abolish and Create Assistant District Attorney Titles and Increase the Hours of One Position within the District Attorney's Office (ID #7821) WHEREAS, there are currently nine attorney positions across two separate Assistant District Attorney titles in the District Attorney's Office: (7) Assistant District Attorney, classified at Management Grade 88, and (2) Assistant District Attorney, Local Criminal Court, classified at Management Grade 85, and WHEREAS, there is a rational basis for the creation of additional Assistant District Attorney classifications in between the two existing classifications, which represent incrementally increasing levels of experience and expertise, autonomy, and supervisory responsibilities for attorneys employed within the District Attorney's Office, and WHEREAS, the creation of additional levels within the Assistant District Attorney title structure will provide for greater opportunities for advancement, while providing a more equitable manner of compensating Assistant District Attorneys, based upon their varying levels of experience and expertise, and WHEREAS, the new departmental structure has the potential to reduce personnel costs, and WHEREAS, there is a need to increase the hours of a Secretary/Paralegal Aide to District Attorney, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the currently existing six 40 -hour per week Assistant District Attorney positions, Management Grade of 88 (Position ID Numbers 398, 400, 401, 404, 406, and 1153), one 20 -hour per week position of Assistant District Attorney (Position ID Number 407), and two Assistant District Attorney, Local Criminal Court positions, at a Management Grade of 85 (position ID Numbers 397 and 1437), are hereby eliminated, effective immediately, RESOLVED, further, That the following positions are hereby by created at 40 hours per week, effective immediately: (1) Assistant District Attorney - Level 1, Job Code 4231, Management Grade 85, (1) Assistant District Attorney - Level 2, Job Code 4234, Management Grade 86, (3) Assistant District Attorney - Level 3, Job Code 4241, Management Grade 87, (4) Assistant District Attorney - Level 4, Job Code 4271, Management Grade 88, RESOLVED, further, That one position of Secretary/Paralegal Aide to the District Attorney, Job Code 356, Confidential Grade 61, Position ID Number 1152, is hereby increased from 35 to 40 hours per week, effective immediately, RESOLVED, further, That no additional funding is necessary to implement this departmental 142 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 reorganization. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-98: Renewal of Inter -Muni cipal Agreement Between the Counties of Schuyler and Tompkins for the Provision of Assigned Counsel Services (ID #7816) WHEREAS, the General Municipal Law of the State of New York, Article 5-G, particularly Section 119-o, provides for cooperative agreements by which municipal governments agree upon mutually acceptable terms and conditions to jointly fulfill their statutory duties and obligations, and WHEREAS, the County Law of the State of New York, particularly Section 722, provides that the governing body of each county shall place in operation throughout the county a plan for providing counsel to persons charged with a crime or who are entitled to counsel pursuant to Section 262 or Section 1120 of the Family Court Act, Article 6-C of the Correction Law, Section 407 of the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act, or article ten of the Mental Hygiene Law, who are financially unable to obtain counsel, together with related services, and WHEREAS, for the purpose of providing eligible indigent persons with counsel pursuant to the Articles and Sections of New York State law referred to above -in particular with regard to providing counsel when the Schuyler County Public Defender's Office is disqualified from providing counsel for any reason including a conflict of interest -Schuyler County has requested that, in return for fair compensation, the Tompkins County Assigned Counsel Office provide assigned counsel for those eligible indigent persons, and WHEREAS, representatives of both counties have developed terms and conditions that will govern that relationship, including the right of either party to terminate the agreement upon reasonable notice, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes an inter -municipal agreement with Schuyler County for the provision of assigned counsel services to Schuyler County by the Tompkins County Assigned Counsel Office, RESOLVED, further, That this agreement shall be in effect from January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2020, and shall include one optional renewal period of five years each as well as a right of either party to terminate the agreement upon 120 -day notice, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is authorized to finalize and execute such inter -municipal agreement with Schuyler County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-99: Authorization to Set Up Project Budget - State Septic System Replacement Fund Program (ID #7818) WHEREAS, Resolution No. 13 of 2018 authorized the participation in the State Septic System Replacement Fund, and 143 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 WHEREAS, the contract is for the period of April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2020 with $150,000 currently available for Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustment on his books: BUDGET ADJUSTMENT INCREASE APPROPRIATION: HM4007.54400 Project #40.07 Program Expense $150,000 INCREASE REVENUE: HM4007.43489 Project #40.07 State Aid $150,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 100: Grant Acceptance from Care Co mpass Network and Authoriz ation to Process Medicaid Clients - Office for the Aging (ID #7768) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-12, grant acceptance of funding not currently budgeted must receive legislative authorization, and WHEREAS, Southern Tier Rural Integrated Performance Provider Systems d/b/a Care Compass Network wishes to distribute funding through the New York State Delivery System Reform Incentive Program otherwise known as DSRIP to various agencies, and WHEREAS, as one of said agencies the Tompkins County Office for the Aging has entered into an agreement with Care Compass Network, and WHEREAS, the period of the agreement began on March 20, 2018, and extends to March 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, the agreement allows for the Office for the Aging to be reimbursed for assisting eligible Medicaid clients with consumer navigation services at the rate of $100 per client, and WHEREAS, the agreement also allows for the Office for the Aging to be awarded $10 per client with having eligible Medicaid clients fill out Performance Assessment Measure surveys, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging will also be awarded funding based on incentives and trainings, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments on his books: REVENUE A6779.42070 APPROPRIATION A6779.54400 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contribution from Private Agencies Program Expense 144 $26,403 $26,403 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-101: Correction of Taxes - Town of Ithaca Water/Sewer Charges (63.-2-10.2) (ID #7819) WHEREAS, the Legislature is informed that an error has been made on the 2018 tax roll for a Town of Ithaca tax bill, namely parcel 63.-2-10.2, assessed to Cornell University which was erroneously relevied too high of water and sewer charges, and WHEREAS, Bolton Point notified Cornell of their error in calculating the relevy amount, and WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca has agreed that Bolton Point made an error in calculating the relevy amount, and WHEREAS, Cornell University has paid the full relevied amount of $12,464.18, and WHEREAS, Cornell should have only been charged '/2 of the total they were charged ($6,232.08), now therefore it be RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Town of Ithaca is directed to adjust the 2018 Town/County tax warrant to reflect the appropriate $6,232.08 relevied charge for water and sewer, RESOLVED, further That the Town of Ithaca is authorized to refund Cornell University the amount of the overpayment in the sum of $6,232.08. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-102: 2018 Budget Appropriation and Adjustm ent to Apply Salary Savings to One-time Expenses - County Administration (ID #7747) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and transfers from personnel lines are subject to program committee approval, and WHEREAS, salary savings will continue to accrue in the County Administration department's accounts up to at least $10,000 during the time remaining before the Deputy County Administrator position can be filled, and WHEREAS, in the process of bringing on and providing suitable workstations and equipment for the new County Administrator and Criminal Justice Coordinator and in preparing for a new Deputy County Administrator, the Department of County Administration has incurred and will incur additional unexpected expenses for office furnishings, computer equipment, and travel and training for which funds were not previously appropriated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following transfer within the 2018 145 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Budget: FROM: 1230.51000282 DEPUTY CO. ADMIN $10,000 TO: 1230.52206 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT $2,300 1230.52214 OFFICE FURNISHINGS $5,600 1230.54412 TRAVEL/TRAINING $2,100 SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 Resolution No. 2018-103: Authorization for Pub tic Hearing - Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget — 2018-2019 (ID #7809) WHEREAS, Tompkins Cortland Community College is a joint enterprise of Tompkins County and Cortland County whose budgets must be acted on by each county, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held on June 19, 2018, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof in the Legislature's Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, concerning the 2018-2019 operating budget request for Tompkins Cortland Community College. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature be and hereby is directed to place such notice of public hearing in the official newspaper of Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino said he and Mr. Hall will be traveling to Albany Friday to meet with State Department of Transportation officials to discuss the Airport and the grant funding awarded to Tompkins County. They will plan to provide the Legislature with a presentation at a June meeting. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood announced he will plan to provide a report at the same meeting as the Airport presentation on the State Department of Transportation relocation as well. Mr. Lane asked that Mr. Wood to provide the Legislature with a presentation on conflicts of interest at a future meeting. Mr. Wood agreed. Public Safety Committee Resolution No. 2018-104: Budget Adjustment - Database and Electronic Voucher Project - Assigned Counsel Program (ID #7796) 146 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Assigned Counsel Office has undertaken a project to implement the installation and use of a new database and electronic voucher system for the Assigned Counsel Program, and WHEREAS, the News York State Office of Indigent Legal Services ("OILS") has provided Tompkins County with a grant in support of this project in the amount of $5,213.00 to apply towards the expense of the new database and electronic voucher system, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Assigned Counsel Office wishes to apply these OILS funds to this purpose, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustments on his books for 2018: Revenue Acct. Title Amt APprop. Acct. Title 1170.43089 State Revenue $ 5,213 1170.54442 Professional Services SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-1 05: Budget Transfer - Sheriff' Office - Critical Incident and Negotiation Team (ID #7756) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Fiscal policy (Section 4.01) requires committee and Legislative approval for Budget Transfers between budgeting units, and 147 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 WHEREAS, Over Target Request (OTR) No. 73 of 2018 was adopted by the Legislature and $12,000 was appropriated for the Critical Incident and Negotiation Team (formerly referred to as S.W.A.T.) in the Law Enforcement budgeting unit (3113) of the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office, and WHEREAS, in order to more accurately track and categorize the use of funds, the Sheriff's Office is requesting a separation into a functional unit specifically set for Critical Incident and Negotiation Team (3111), and WHEREAS, the Sheriffs Office needs to transfer the remaining balance of those funds to the newly created budgeting unit (3111) for the Critical Incident and Negotiation Team, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That for the 2018 budget cycle, the remaining balance of $6,259.00 shall be transferred from the Road Patrol budget to the Critical Incident and Negotiation Team functional unit, and in future budget cycles, the total amount of $12,000.00 will be accounted for in budgeting unit 3111, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget transfer for the 2018 fiscal year: FROM: 3113.52220 Departmental Equipment $ 6,259.00 TO: 3111.52220 Departmental Equipment $ 3,000.00 3111.54412 Travel/Training $ 3,259.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-106: 2018 Appropriation from the Contingent Fund and Authorization for the County Administrator to Execute an Agreeme nt for "Rais a the Age" Consulting Services (ID #7823) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne was excused at this time. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, on April 10, 2017, Governor Cuomo signed into law "Raise the Age" legislation that was included as part of the State Budget, and WHEREAS, the vast majority of cases of 16- and 17-year-olds charged with criminal offenses will ultimately be heard in the Family Court, either originating there or being transferred there from a new Youth Part of the adult criminal court/superior court, and 148 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 WHEREAS, under "Raise the Age," no 16- or 17 -year-old will be sentenced to or detained in a facility with adults; youth whose cases are heard in Family Court will be detained or placed in Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)-operated, OCFS-licensed, or Administration of Children's Services (ACS) facilities (including Close to Home), as Juvenile Delinquents currently are; while Adolescent Offenders who are detained pre-trial will be held in a specialized secure juvenile detention center for older youth, which will be certified and regulated by OCFS in conjunction with the State Commission of Correction, and WHEREAS, these "Raise the Age" detention provisions will create challenges for the counties of New York State, in attempting to comply with the edicts of same, and WHEREAS, a group of Municipalities, including the Counties of Allegany, Chemung, Cortland, Livingston, Ontario, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates, share a common interest in developing "Raise the Age" Compliance resources, procedures, and protocols, and WHEREAS, the Municipalities acting in accordance with section 119-o of the New York State General Municipal Law, cooperatively created a "Raise the Age" Compliance Coalition for the purpose of fulfilling their respective public purposes, needs, objectives, and programs related to compliance with the detention mandates created by the "Raise the Age" legislation, and WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 2018-78, adopted on April 17, 2018, the Tompkins County Legislature authorized the County's participation in the "Raise the Age" Compliance Coalition and authorized the County Administrator to execute the corresponding April 2018 Memorandum of Understanding to that effect, and WHEREAS, after review and consideration, participating Municipalities have negotiated a proposed consulting agreement with Treahy Consultation Services LLC (TCS) to study the detention needs of the Municipalities and identify potential regional sites or sites that could be renovated or developed to provide both secure and specialized secure detention for the counties, and WHEREAS, it has been negotiated that TCS shall bill the Municipalities an amount not to exceed $100,000 for all services and expenses, to be divided equally among the Municipalities without regard to population and billed separately, and the participating Municipalities who agree to enter into the contract with TCS shall each execute a mirror agreement and shall be individually responsible for their share of the fees and costs, and WHEREAS, each participating County's fee for such services and expenses is capped at the lesser of $15,000 or the aforesaid "pro rata share" amount, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the County execute an agreement with TCS and participate in a collaborative study, not to exceed 12 months, with the "Raise the Age" Compliance Coalition to evaluate detention options of 16 - and 17 -year-old youth, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is hereby authorized to execute the agreement with TCS and to participate in this collaborative initiative, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 budget: 149 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 FROM: A1990.54440 Contingent Fund $15,000 TO: A1230.54442 Professional Services $15,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-107: Appropriation from Contingent Fund for Terminal -Pay Reimbursement - District Attorney (ID #7804) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, the District Attorney had a Confidential Investigator retire effective February 23, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following appropriations: From: A1990.54440 To: 1165.51000 1165.51000203 1165.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $45,796 Sick Time $17,434 Wages & Fringe Bal. $14,086 Fringes $14,276 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Black was given permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Urging the New York State Legislature to Pass the Safer Consumption Services Act (A.8534) that Authorizes Safer Consumption Spaces as an Emergency Public Health Tool to Combat Overdose Deaths. There were no resolutions added to the agenda. 150 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Transportation Committee Mr. Molino commented that a presentation will be provided to the Legislature in June concerning the Airport and asked Legislators that any questions be submitted in advance to allow for time to gather information and respond. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-108: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Memorial Celebrations for Veterans' Memorial Flags (ID #7820) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome WHEREAS, it has been the custom for Tompkins County to recognize and honor its deceased Veterans of the United States Armed Forces by purchasing and providing Memorial U.S. Flags for placement at their graves in cemeteries throughout the County, and WHEREAS, the County has partnered with local VFW Post 961 for distribution and placement of these Memorial Flags via a network of veterans' groups and cemetery representatives, and WHEREAS, for 2018, the unit price for the standard 12" x 18" Memorial U.S. Flag from our preferred vendor, New York State Preferred Source Program for People Who Are Blind, has increased by $0.02 per flag, from $0.72 to $0.74, and WHEREAS, the resulting $5,920 cost of the Memorial Flag order for 2018 exceeds the $5,894 amount budgeted for it by $26.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following appropriation to the 2018 Budget: FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund $26.00 TO: 7550.54400 Memorial Celebrations, Program Expense $26.00 RESOLVED, further, That the spending Target for Memorial Celebrations for purposes of the 2019 Budget be increased by $380 over the 2018 level to cover the anticipated annual increase in cost of the County's ongoing annual purchase of veterans' memorial flags. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 151 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-109: Establishment of 2019 County Financial Goal (ID #7801) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, the County Administrator has requested the Legislature to establish a tax -levy guideline to use in working with Departments and preparing his recommended budget for 2019, and WHEREAS, it is currently estimated that the 2019 property tax cap imposed on all local governments and school districts by New York State would be approximately 2.87% for Tompkins County, which is equivalent to approximately $1.41 million over the 2018 property tax levy, and WHEREAS, as of April 25, 2018, the County Administrator estimates that a 2.2% increase in the County's property tax levy, which is equivalent to $1.1 million of the 2018 tax levy, including a 0.5% increase dedicated to capital improvements identified in the County's Capital Program, will support a maintenance -of -effort budget for all County departments as well as addressing certain other critical needs and priorities, and WHEREAS, it is recognized that the County's fiscal policy allows departments and agencies to request funding in excess of their 2019 spending targets via an "Over -Target Request," thereby allowing the Legislature to consider exceeding the County Administrator's Recommended Budget in the event that compelling reasons to expand or maintain a program or service are presented, and WHEREAS, it is estimated that, if the 2.2% property tax -levy increase is met, then the additional cost on a $178,000 median -value Tompkins County home will be approximately $13.00 per year, and WHEREAS, it is acknowledged that certain economic and fiscal conditions remain volatile and may improve or deteriorate prior to the introduction of the formal 2019 Recommended Budget in the fall and that the tax cap estimate may change as more precise information becomes available, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Legislature directs the County Administrator to establish departmental and agency spending targets and develop a 2019 operating and capital budget that can be supported with a property tax levy that is 2.2% above the 2018 level. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-110: Establishment of Guidelines and Fiscal Targets for All County Budgeting Units for the Preparation of the 2019 Budget (ID #7802) 152 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Fiscal Policy specifies that a fiscal target is the maximum amount of general revenue spending authority that a department head or program director may request without initiating an Over -Target Request, and changes in fiscal targets should be communicated in a timely manner to department heads and program directors in order for them to prepare and submit their 2019 budget requests to the County Administrator by Friday, July 13, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature wishes to establish targets in order for departments and agencies to submit their 2019 budget requests, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That fiscal targets for all budgeting units for preparation of the 2019 budget are hereby established as follows: For grants to specific not-for-profit agencies, fiscal targets shall be equal to the amount approved in the 2018 adopted budget, less any one-time or re -appropriated funding, then increased by 2.0%. The fiscal targets for all County departments shall be equal to the amount provided by the 2018 adopted budget for discretionary programs and mandated responsibilities, as adjusted by the deletion of any one-time or reallocated funds applied to such costs in the 2018 adopted budget, and by changes such as negotiated wage growth and changes in fringe benefits rates that are established and allocated to the departments by the County Administrator. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-111: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal -Pay Reimbursement — Department of Human Resources (ID #7737) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne 153 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 WHEREAS, the HR Systems and Program Administrator retired effective March 30, 2018, in the Department of Human Resources, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the impacted department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following transfer(s) in the 2018 Budget: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $12,616 TO: A1430.51000216 HR Systems and Program Administrator $8,683 A1430.58800 Fringes $3,933 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-112: Establishing Annual Salary for the Position of Sheriff for the Years 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 (ID #7807) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, State law requires this Legislature to establish salaries for the positions of County Clerk and County Sheriff, and County Administrative Manual Policy 04-06 states that this action occur prior to the time when candidate petitions may lawfully be passed, and the County Attorney has advised that it is sufficient to establish such salaries prior to the start of the term of office, consistent with State Law, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Sheriff's salary shall remain at $97,362.06 for 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the percentage salary increase for Sheriff shall be the same as the percentage increase (if any) for the Management group for the years 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-113: Establishing Annual Sala ry for the Position of County Clerk for th Years 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 (ID #7808) 154 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, May 15, 2018 This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, State law requires this Legislature to establish salaries for the positions of County Clerk and County Sheriff, and County Administrative Manual Policy 04-06 states that this action occur prior to the time when candidate petitions may lawfully be passed, and the County Attorney has advised that it is sufficient to establish such salaries prior to the start of the term of office, consistent with State Law, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Clerk's salary shall remain at $79,062.24 for 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the percentage salary increase for County Clerk shall be the same as the percentage increase (if any) for the Management group for the years 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting May 1, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m. 155 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 6-19-18 Tuesday, June 5, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name IL Shawna Black AL Member Status Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Ms. Robertson presented a proclamation declaring the month of June 2018 to be Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, Asexual+ (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month in Tompkins County to Legislator Anne Koreman and other representatives of Finger Lakes Pulse. Ms. Koreman read the proclamation and said last year was the first year the Pride Flag was raised on the County Courthouse and hopes that this year it will be flown on all County buildings. She will be contacting other municipalities about getting the flag flown at other municipal sites throughout the County. It was also noted that the Finger Lake Pulse will have a picnic June 30th at park in Ulysses. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Fay Goukakis, City of Ithaca resident, read a letter she sent to the Ithaca Times outlining her concerns relating to LimeBikes four weeks ago and said she has not received a response and the letter has not been printed. The letter urged the County and City to seek out other bike -share programs that can better -serve the community. She also spoke passionately against efforts to allow dogs and skateboards on the Commons, and the reopening of the playground and asked for help in approaching these problems. Mr. John and Ms. Robertson extended an offer to meet with Ms. Gougakis. 156 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Renort from a Municival Officials George McGonigal, Common Council member, addressed comments made by Ms. Gougakis. He said they are City issues, not County issues, and offered to meet with her to discuss her concerns. Ms. Gougakis said her comments to Common Council have gone unheard. Mr. McGonigal said Common Council meets tomorrow and will discuss whether to designate the Nines Restaurant for historic preservation. He also said there will be a vote to accept the Parks Master Plan that includes recommendations from the consultant and also the staff who worked on the Study. Additionally, the Brindley Street bridge project has incurred some significant added expenses and Common Council will vote on whether to increase the funding for that project. Mr. Sigler asked if any of the traffic calming measures that have taken place in the City such as the speed bumps have proven to be effective. Mr. McGonigal said he will speak to Tim Logue at the City to see if there is any information he can provide. Ms. Dawson asked what impact traffic calming measures have had on snow plows; Mr. McGonigal said they slow them down. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. McGonigal said the consultant analyzed all of the parks and their recommendation was to decommission five neighborhood parks. That would mean selling them or using them for some other purpose. He said it wouldn't have to be five separate parks but the equivalent of the area. Ms. Robertson said initially a couple of Legislators had been invited and participated in a meeting about the Master Plan; she asked if there is any involvement of the County in this phase or if the County should be brought into the conversation. Mr. McGonigal said he will take this back to the City. Mr. Klein said the County was involved in Phase I and set aside $10,000 for Phase II. Ms. Robertson extended an offer to the City to make a presentation to the full Legislature at an upcoming meeting. Transportation Committee Resolution No. 2018-114: Authorizing Acceptance of a New York State Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitaliz ation Grant for Expansion and Reconfiguration of the Airport T erminal and Other Projects - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #7876) This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, in mid -2016, New York State announced an Upstate Airport Economic Development and Revitalization Grant Program that offers grant funding for eligible airports in order to perform a broad range of capital improvement projects, and WHEREAS, on May 3, 2018, the Governor announced an award under this program to the 157 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 County of Tompkins, Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, for several projects including: expansion and reconfiguration of the airport terminal, improvements to the building, installation of Geothermal Water - Source Heat Pump System, building of a federal customs facility, and various other site enhancements, and WHEREAS, to accept the award and complete the project, the County of Tompkins and the State of New York must enter into an Aviation Project Funding Agreement, which authorizes the undertaking of this project and payment of State shares for the project, and WHEREAS, under the grant award, Tompkins County is to be reimbursed throughout the grant period up to $14,200,000 towards completion of the projects with a total project cost of $22,037,000, and must furnish approximately $7,837,000 from other funding sources - Federal Aviation Administration Airport Improvement Program (FAA-AIP), Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's), and other funding sources, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County accepts full responsibility of any additional costs or cost over runs beyond the grant award, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Transportation Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby accepts funding from the New York State Department of Transportation, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to sign: 1. Any and all agreements between the County of Tompkins and the State of New York for the above-named project; 2. Any and all agreements between the County of Tompkins and any third -parry subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if appropriate; 3. Any and all agreements with other organizations that will be participating in the project. RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is authorized to execute all necessary documents for the following: Grantor New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Service Aviation Project Funding Grant Grant Revenue $14,200,000 Other Revenue $ 7,837,000 Period 04/01/2016 - 12/31/2020 New or Renewal New RESOLVED, further, That the grant offer from the NYSDOT of $14,200,000 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-115: Appointment to Industrial Development Agency (ID #7859) 158 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 856 of the General Municipal Law authorized that the Tompkins County Legislature designate the members of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) and Tompkins County Development Corporation (TCDC) by resolution, and WHEREAS, a vacancy has occurred with the resignation of Grace Chiang as an at -large member of the TCIDA and TCDC, and WHEREAS, the TCIDA solicited applications from the public for individuals interested in serving in the at -large position, to complete the term that expires 12/31/18, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That John Guttridge be appointed as an at -large member of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency and the Tompkins County Development Corporation to serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, effective immediately, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is authorized and directed to file with the Secretary of State a Certificate of Appointment. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:29 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:38 p.m. Withdrawal of Resolution from the Agenda Ms. Robertson granted Mr. McKenna permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Authorization to Execute a Supplemental Agreement with Clark, Patterson, Lee for Construction Inspection and Support Services -- CR 119, Coddington Road Highway Safety Improvements at Burns Road and East King Road Intersections, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24. Consent Agenda 159 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Resolution No. 2018- 116: Award o f Bid - Co nstruction o f Food Scraps Transfer Building - Department of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #7841) WHEREAS, the Department of Recycling and Materials Management received a $355,000 NYSDEC Climate Smart Communities grant to construct a building at the Recycling and Solid Waste Center (RSWC) for the transfer of source -separated food scraps for composting, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Finance Department has duly advertised bids for the Tompkins County Food Scraps Transfer Building, Contract #1- General Construction, and WHEREAS, one (1) bid was received for Contract #1, which was publicly opened and read on May 1, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Food Scraps Transfer Building bid be accepted and awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as follows: Contract #1 -General Construction Elmira Structures, Inc. $436,600.00 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with Elmira Structures Inc., of Elmira, New York, and to execute change orders of up to ten (10) percent of the contract total, RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Recycling and Materials Management be authorized to implement this bid on behalf of the County, funds being available in Account No. HH8101.59239 Project #81.65 RSWC/Facility Upgrade. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -7 Resolution No. 2018-117: Budget Adjustm ent - Departm ent of Recycling a nd Materials Management (ID #7842) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5000 require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: Budget. Adjustment 160 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 CL Fund - Solid Waste INCREASE APPROPRIATION: CL8163.54802 TRANSFER TO HH CONSTRUCTION FUND $584,513.00 DECREASE FUND BALANCE: CL30909000 UNASSIGNED FUND BALANCE $584,513.00 HH Fund - Solid Waste Capital Projects INCREASE APPROPRIATION HH8101.59239 Project #81.65 RSWC FACILITY SITE UPGRADES $584,513.00 INCREASE REVENUE HH8101.45033 Project #81.65 INTERFUND (CL) TRANSFER $584,513.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-118: Authoriz ing Supplemental Agreement No. 5 with C&S Companies for General Airport Consultant Sery ices - Snow Removal Equipm ent (Multi -Tasking Equipment) - Design and Bidding Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #7845) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for design and bidding services of the Snow Removal Equipment Purchase (Multi -Tasking Equipment) at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 5 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the Multi -Tasking Snow Removal Equipment Purchase - Design and Bidding Services is estimated to cost $7,500, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 5 with C&S Companies for purchase of Snow Removal Equipment (Multi -Tasking Equipment) Design and Bidding Services in the amount of $7,500.00 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $6,750 New York State Grant (5%) $ 375 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $ 375 TOTAL AMOUNT $7,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 161 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-119: Authoriz ing Supplemental Agreement No. 6 with C&S Companies for General Airport Consultant Sery ices - Snow Removal Equipm ent (Ramp Do zer Equipme nt) - Design and Bidding Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #7846) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for design and bidding services of the Snow Removal Equipment Purchase (Ramp Dozer) at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 6 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the Ramp Dozer - Snow Removal Equipment Purchase - Design and Bidding Services is estimated to cost $7,500, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 6 with C&S Companies for purchase of Snow Removal Equipment (Ramp Dozer) Design and Bidding Services in the amount of $7,500.00 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $6,750 New York State Grant (5%) $ 375 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $ 375 TOTAL AMOUNT $7,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-120: Award of Spring 2018 Community Celebration Grant (ID #7831) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for community celebrations using funds drawn entirely from Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Community Celebration grants is approved: Applicant Organization Celebration Name Municipality Event Date(s) Award Groton Old Groton Old Home Days Village of Aug $1,500 162 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Home Days Groton 23-24 Committee Total $1,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-121: Strategic Tourism Planning Bo and Im plementation Grant - Visitor Journey A21) Ambassador Training Program (ID #7868) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board has been awarded an implementation grant from the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), and WHEREAS, the funding will be used to implement the The Visitor Journey A21) Tourism Training Program developed by the Visitor Engagement Academy to fill a void in tourism front-line training, and WHEREAS, this nationally recognized program combines ambassador, customer service, and product knowledge training into a highly customizable learning system, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board and the Ithaca Tompkins County Convention and Visitor's Bureau have identified Visitor Journey A21) to build on the success of the annual Hospitality Star Program, that was capable of training up to 28 people annually, into a year- round tourism training program with the potential to train 100+ tourism ambassadors annually, and WHEREAS, the audience for this program is anyone who may encounter visitors, from traditional front-line employees such as guests service agents, taxi drivers, airport workers to non- traditional and less obvious people to include parking attendants, bus drivers, realtors, college tour guides, bankers, gas station attendants, etc., each whom has the potential to engage with visitors whether it is someone looking to relocate here, prospective students (and parents), or international parents who need to open bank accounts for their students or exchange money and who have the potential to influence these visitors, and WHEREAS, the program widens the opportunity for anyone in the community to become an educated ambassador who will positively influence these special guests from arrival to our community to departure (A21)), and WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board will partner with the Convention and Visitor's Bureau to implement this program, and WHEREAS, the total cost of the program is $24,305 of which $11,175 is being made available through the grant and the remainder paid through repurposed funds received previously from the STPB as well as in-kind services, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality 163 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Committee, That the Workforce Development Board hereby accepts the funding in the amount of $11,175, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following adjustment to the 2018 budget: REVENUE: CD6290.42797 Other Local Government Contributions $11,175 APPROPRIATION: CD6290.54491 Subcontracts $11,175 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 1I-20 Resolution No. 2018-122: Authorization of New York State Department of Transportation Mass Transportation Capital Project Agreement — Tompkins County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT), Inc. (K007262 , Supplemental Agreement 1) (ID #7837) WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) awarded a Mass Transportation Capital Project Agreement (K007262) (Tompkins County Resolution No. 2017-203) to authorize payments to Tompkins County for mass transportation capital aid over a five-year period from 2017 to 2021, and WHEREAS, the State Mass Transportation Capital Project Agreement provides reimbursements of 10% for capital projects eligible for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant funding and up to 100% for New York State funded capital projects, and WHEREAS, NYSDOT awarded $2,115,409 to Tompkins County in a combined payment to reimburse the State's share of eighteen projects in two Federal awards (NY -2017-038 and NY -2017-040) and three State grants (ATC -17 -TOM, TC -16 -TMP, and TC -17 -TMP) to Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT), Inc., and the County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator, or designee, to execute the Mass Transportation Capital Project Agreement Supplemental Agreement #1 (K007262) for $2,115,409 to be executed by the County with NYSDOT, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-123: Appropriating Funds from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Project Funds for the Tompkins County Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project (ID #7863) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature established the Natural Infrastructure Capital 164 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Project in 2017, and and WHEREAS, the current balance in the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project fund is $365,000, WHEREAS, the objectives of the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project are to: Protect and enhance those natural systems that can help to mitigate the impacts of intensive rainfall events that are expected to continue to increase as a result of climate change; Help decrease sediment loads in streams and Cayuga Lake; Protect overall water quality in streams, surficial aquifers and Cayuga Lake, and WHEREAS, the Natural Infrastructure Capital project goal is to reduce risks of flooding and protect public and private water supplies, and WHEREAS, the Project Selection Criteria and Process was accepted by the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee in February 2017, which outlined the following evaluation criteria: The cost effectiveness of project in achieving the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project objectives; The ability for the project to leverage additional funding; The project is of sufficient size to make a major contribution to protection of natural infrastructure, and WHEREAS, the projects are to provide funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project fund to the support the Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project, and WHEREAS, the Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project demonstrates innovative road ditch management techniques that would retain sediment before it enters streams, and WHEREAS, support from the Natural Infrastructure Project fund is an important but not sole component of the total funding needed to implement the projects, and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability and the Planning Advisory Board have recommended that the County Legislature authorize $3,000 in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project to support the Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That a total of three thousand dollars ($3,000) in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project be appropriated for the purpose of supporting the Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make payments up to three thousand dollars ($3,000) for the Dubois Road Ditch Stormwater Improvement Project utilizing funds from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project Fund (HD8747.54400 project #87.47). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -1 165 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Resolution No. 20 18-124: Makin g a Negative Determination of Environm ental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 125 of 2018: Appropriating Funds from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Project for the Public Works Facility Stormwater Improvement Project (ID #7870) WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 125 of 2018 the County allocates funding from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Project funds for the purpose of supporting the advancement of a stormwater improvement project at the Tompkins County Public Works Facility (Town of Ithaca Tax Parcel 31.1-1-10.1), and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate the Environmental Assessment Forms with respect to these actions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That Resolution No. 125 of 2018 is an unlisted action, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature hereby makes a negative determination of environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 125 of 2018. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED (Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature) Resolution No. 2018-125: Appropriating Funds from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Project for the Public Work s Facility Stormwater Improvement Project (ID #7869) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature established the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project in 2017, and and WHEREAS, the current balance in the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project fund is $365,000, WHEREAS, the objectives of the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project are to: Protect and enhance those natural systems that can help to mitigate the impacts of intensive rainfall events that are expected to continue to increase as a result of climate change; Help decrease sediment loads in streams and Cayuga Lake; Protect overall water quality in streams, surficial aquifers and Cayuga Lake, and WHEREAS, the Natural Infrastructure Capital project goal is to reduce risks of flooding and protect public and private water supplies, and WHEREAS, the Project Selection Criteria and Process was accepted by the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee in February 2017, which outlined the following evaluation criteria: The cost effectiveness of project in achieving the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project objectives; The ability for the project to leverage additional funding; The project is of sufficient size to make a major contribution to protection of natural 166 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 infrastructure, and WHEREAS, the projects are to provide funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project fund to support the Public Works Facility Stormwater Improvement Project, and WHEREAS, the Public Works Facility Project addresses stormwater runoff issues at a County building in ways that detain water on-site to help overloaded storm sewers or drainage ways in intensive rain events, and WHEREAS, support from the Natural Infrastructure Project fund is an important but not sole component of the total funding needed to implement the projects, and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability and the Planning Advisory Board have recommended that the County Legislature authorize $7,000 in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project to support the Public Works Facility Stormwater Improvement Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That a total of seven thousand dollars ($7,000) in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project be appropriated for the purpose of supporting the Public Works Facility Stormwater Improvement Project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make payments up to seven thousand dollars ($7,000) for the Public Works Facility Stormwater Improvement Project utilizing funds from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Project Fund (HD8747.54400 project #87.47). SEQR ACTION: Unlisted (Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature) Resolution No. 2018-126: Authorizing a Contract with Tompkins County Soil and Water District to Provide Interi m Financial Assistance to Support Conservation Related Activities (ID #7872) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District (District) is working to conduct conservation activities throughout Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the District receives funding from federal, State, and private grant organizations to conduct this work, and WHEREAS, many of these grant entities require a "full reimbursement" process for conservation project activities, meaning that costs must first be paid by the District, and then be reimbursed by the grant entity, and WHEREAS, the District does not have adequate funding on hand to cover up -front project costs, but must continue the coordination and implementation of critical conservation activities to ensure project successes, and WHEREAS, the District has requested the assistance of Tompkins County to provide funding to support the cost of conservation project activities in the first instance, with such funding fully returned to 167 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 the County as project reimbursements for that work are received, and WHEREAS, conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources is in the interest of Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby authorizes the County Administrator to enter into a contract with the Tompkins County Soil and Water District that will provide up to $200,000 to the District for conservation project activities in 2018 and obligate the District to repay the County as project reimbursements for activities are received or by December 31, 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to advance to the District an amount not to exceed two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000), said advance to be made from the General Fund of the County, RESOLVED, further, That the advance will be repaid to the County when the District is reimbursed or by December 31, 2018; the advance will be recorded in the General Fund accounting records as a Contract Agencies Receivable - Soil & Water, account number A14418730. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-127: Supportin g S.8421, A mending Section 224 of New York State County Law, to Permit Tompki ns County t o Appropriate Funds Towards the Development, Maintenance, and Management of Affordabl a Housing (ID #7858) WHEREAS, Section 224 of the New York State County Law provides the option for a county board of supervisors to appropriate and contract for public benefit services, and specifically to contract with non-profit organizations and other entities within the county for the purposes listed in Section 224, and WHEREAS, the list of objects and purposes for these optional appropriations and contracts for public benefit services does not include the development, maintenance, or management of affordable housing, and WHEREAS, an inadequate supply of affordable housing that is well maintained and managed is a long-standing challenge that significantly impacts the health, safety, and well-being of many individuals and families in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, although counties in the state of New York are permitted to spend Federal and New York State funds provided to them for the purposes of developing, maintaining, or managing affordable housing and to contract with other organizations to carry out these purposes, they have no mechanism under the current County Law to use local funds for these purposes, and WHEREAS, the New York State Association of Counties passed Resolution #2018-6 in January 2018 supporting Tompkins County's request for this authority, and WHEREAS, 5.8421 has been introduced in the New York State Senate, now therefore be it 168 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges the New York State Legislature to pass S.8421, to amend Section 224 of the New York State County Law, by adding a new subdivision 29 to read as follows: (29) Development, maintenance, and management of affordable housing located within the County of Tompkins, to take effect immediately. RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senators Thomas O'Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Senator Kathleen Marchione, Assemblymember William Magnarelli, and the New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -37 Health and Human Services Committee Resolution No. 2018-128: Authorization to Pay Cost of New Mandatory Training for Day Car Summer Camps' Seasonal Employees (ID #7877) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services has announced a new five-hour online training that all staff of day care providers are mandated to complete in order to qualify to receive payment through day care subsidy programs, and WHEREAS, local advocates believe that this mandate poses a unique risk to subsidized `summer camp' day care slots this year, as the operators' budgets did not anticipate the additional personnel costs, which are disproportionately significant due to their brief operating season, and WHEREAS, the Youth Services Department has collected data from the summer camp operators to estimate the cost of reimbursing them, for this year only, for their unanticipated staff costs associated with this training, and WHEREAS, Child Development Council of Central New York, Inc. (d/b/a Child Development Council) has the staffing, expertise, and willingness to administer those training reimbursements, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has a strong interest in ensuring the accessibility of summer camp slots for its child clients and their parents and care givers, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services may be able to recover some of the cost through 169 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 its as -yet -unannounced allocation of New York State Child Care Block Grant (NYSCCBG) funding for the current State Fiscal year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Department of Social Services is authorized to enter into an agreement with the Child Development Council under which the former will provide funds for the latter's use to reimburse summer camp providers for their actual documented costs for seasonal employees to complete this training, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance shall make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget, with the understanding that any shortfall in the NYSCCBG reimbursement anticipated below shall be made up from the Contingent Fund upon request by the Department of Social Services: Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $26,000 Revenue: 6010.43655 NYSCCBG $26,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-129: Authoriz ation to Fund P1 anner/Developer for Group Family Child Car e Network (ID #7878) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the shortage of quality, affordable day care options has been identified as an obstacle to Tompkins County employers' efforts to recruit and retain a qualified workforce and create a more vibrant local economy, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County likewise has an unmet need for more affordable housing, and more particularly affordable housing that satisfies the regulatory specifications for on-site provision of day care, and WHEREAS, the Child Development Council has been designated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services as the Child Care Resource and Referral (CCRR) agency for Tompkins County, with a mission to promote the accessibility, growth, and development of quality child care, and WHEREAS, the Child Development Council of Central New York, Inc. (d/b/a Child Development Council) has proposed to create a Group Family Child Care Network to provide administrative supports to help keep existing day care programs open and to help new sites and providers 170 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 to become established, and WHEREAS, in recognition of the complexity of child care regulations, building restrictions, and affordable housing policies, that proposal calls for the skills of a Child Care Planner/Developer to coordinate both its physical and operational components, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature previously approved multi-year funding from the Contingent Fund to improve child care options, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Department of Social Services is hereby authorized to execute a one- year contract with the Child Development Council for the provision of said development services, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to release $25,000 from the Contingent Fund, and to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget, in order to cover the initial six months of the above agreement (the remainder to be addressed within the 2019 Budget development process): FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $25,000 TO: 6010.54400 Program Expense $25,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 7873) Ms. Robertson made the following appointment(s): Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance Katie Borgella - No set term Workforce Development Board - terms expire June 30, 2021 Kit Kephart - Key Community Partner - TANF representative Derek Burrows - Business representative Scott Pronti - Business representative Allan Bishop - Business representative Mary Stazi - Business representative Amy Iles - Business representative Michael Stamm - Economic Development representative Resolutions Added to the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. Sigler, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Urging Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature to Amend State Insurance Law to Allow Public Libraries and Urban Renewal Agencies, and Certain Other Quasi -Governmental Organizations, to Join a Municipal Cooperative Health Benefit Plan. 171 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Individual Member -Filed Resolutions Resolution No. 2018-130: Resolution Urging Governor Cuomo and the State Legislature to Amend State Insurance Law to Allow Publ is Libraries and Urban Renewa 1 Agencies, and Certain Other Quasi -Governmental Organiz ations, to Join a Municipal Cooperative Health Benefit Plan (ID #7885) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, in the 2017-18 New York State Budget, the State enacted legislation that required county leaders to convene shared service panels consisting of all of the municipal leaders within their counties, and WHEREAS, in announcing the enacted county -wide shared service initiative, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo encouraged panels to consider insurance purchasing cooperatives as new recurring property tax savings in their shared service plans, and WHEREAS, health insurance costs are among the fastest growing costs for local governments across the state, and WHEREAS, many of these county -wide shared service panels discussed proposals to create shared municipal health insurance consortiums, and WHEREAS, for several years, counties have advocated for the ability to create municipal health insurance consortiums to jointly self -fund their health plans at a significantly lower cost for taxpayers, and WHEREAS, these plans would reduce costs and increase flexibility while ensuring quality coverage for counties, municipalities, and local government employees, and WHEREAS, many related agencies, that local government contracts and partners with to provide critical services to constituents and property taxpayers, would like to become part of a county's self- insured plan, and WHEREAS, public libraries and urban renewal agencies, and other quasi -governmental organizations created by a general purpose local government, serve an important role in communities. Allowing these agencies to join consortiums to lower their health insurance costs would allow for more efficient use of taxpayer funds and delivering services and may in turn reduce costs for property taxpayers, and WHEREAS, the onerous regulations of Article 47 have allowed only one consortium to form since 1991, and 172 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 5, 2018 WHEREAS, these State laws represent significant barriers to local government efficiency, shared services, and cost savings for property taxpayers, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature does hereby urge Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the State Legislature to amend State Insurance Law to allow municipal health insurance consortiums to include public libraries and urban renewal agencies, and other quasi -governmental organizations created by a general purpose local government, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to the counties of New York State encouraging member counties to enact similar resolutions, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senators Thomas O'Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming, Assembly members Barbara Lifton and Kevin Cahill, and the New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting May 15, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 8:52 p.m. to discuss a personnel matter about a particular person. The meeting returned to open session at 9:15 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. 173 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 7-3-18 Tuesday, June 19, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Public Hearing - TC3 Operating Budget - 2018-2019 Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:31 p.m. concerning the proposed Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget - 2018-2019 and asked if anyone wished to speak. Blixy Taetsch of Tompkins Cortland Community College thanked the Legislature for its support. In response to Mr. Lane she said the Cortland County Budget Committee approved the budget this morning for 2018-2019 with no increase in funding. No one else wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:32 p.m. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Title Status Departed Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Excused Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present 8:13 PM Michael Sigler Member Present Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-1 31: Adoption of the 2018- 2019 Operating Budget - Tom pkins Cortland Community College (ID #7849) Mr. Lane said there have been discussions with Cortland County Legislators about an increase for the College. Both counties have to pass the same level of increase and Cortland County has not approved an increase. Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) has requested a budget with no increase. As requested, Ms. Taetsch explained how the College accommodated cuts and reviewed the cost cutting 174 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 measures taken. Mr. Granison asked to abstain from voting as he works for TC3. The County Attorney agreed with this action. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 01 MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler ABSTAIN: Henry Granison EXCUSED: Daniel Klein WHEREAS, a proposed operating budget for Tompkins Cortland Community College for the fiscal year September 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019, has been presented to the Legislature of the County of Tompkins pursuant to County Law and Section 6306 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has conducted a public hearing on said proposed budget on the 19th of June 2018, and heard all persons wishing to speak on this topic, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That said proposed 2018-2019 operating budget in the amount of $40,749,150 of which the total sponsoring community contribution is in the amount of $4,650,364, be and the same hereby is approved, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature includes in the 2019 Tompkins County Budget an amount to be determined pursuant to the approved plan for said College in effect as of September 1, 2017, and that the amount when determined be raised by taxation in the County of Tompkins in the fiscal year 2018, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective upon the adoption of a concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Privilege of the Floor by the Public The following individuals spoke in opposition to the repowering of the Cayuga Power Plant with fossil fuels: Carol Chock, City of Ithaca (statement submitted) Regi Teasley, Ithaca Adam Law, Town of Ithaca Sara Hess, Ithaca Paul Rossi, Corning and representing Ithaca Board of Realtors, thanked the Legislature and 175 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 County staff for all of its hard work it does on housing. The following individuals also spoke in opposition to the repowering of the Cayuga Power Plant with fossil fuels: Anne Rhodes, Village of Freeville Elisa Evett, Town of Caroline David Brown, Town of Danby Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline Brian Eden, Village of Cayuga Heights Judy Pierpont, Dryden Dooley Kiefer, Village of Cayuga Heights Amanda Kirchgessner, Town of Ulysses Gina Cacioppo, Tompkins County resident Lisa Marshall, Horseheads and Chemung County Karen Edelstein, Lansing Roxanne Gupba, Ovid and Seneca County Planning. Develobment. and Environmental Oualitv Committee Michael Stamm, Martha Armstrong, Heather McDaniel and Margaret Frank of Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) presented a PowerPoint presentation entitled TCAD and Economic Development, An Overview of Strategies, Policies, and Programs. Mr. Molino, County Administrator, provided an overview of the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and what he had originally recommended for the funding split. The MOU is a five-year agreement with TCAD that mimics the last agreement. It provided TCAD with one-third of its budget. The funding approval requires annual action by the Legislature; however, there are circuit breakers in place that protect both entities based on economic circumstances. He further explained and reviewed the changes to the resolution and MOU as discussed and recommended by the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee including the new funding proposal. Resolution No. 2018-1 32: Resolution to Autho rize the County Adm inistrator to Execute a Memorandum of Und erstanding with Tomp kins County Area Development, Inc., for Economic Development Services (ID #7861) Ms. Kelles spoke of the progress with workforce development and thanked Mr. Stamm and others for the presentation. It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mr. McKenna, to delete the first Resolved: "RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the use of Room Tax revenues be limited to no more than seventy-five percent (75%) of Tompkins County's payments to Tompkins County Area Development in 2019, fifty percent (50%) in 2020 and 2021, and twenty-five percent (25%) in 2022 and 2023,". Ms. Champion spoke of the funding model she proposed above as adopted by the Committee and said it was a compromise for the way things are done. She believes TCAD should be treated the same as other organizations and questioned if TCAD is eligible for tourism money what other agencies or departments are. She believes Legislators should weigh the value of TCAD and fund it appropriately 176 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 without Room Tax money. Mr. Lane said Mr. Molino's recommendation is what he would expect of a County Administrator. He spoke of the history of tourism and the arts locally and believes the funds should be used for what they are intended for. He believes the County should pay for economic development out of the tax base. He said he supports the Resolved and that it should remain in the resolution. Ms. Dawson said the Resolved is not a reflection of TCAD's work. In 2012 one of the Task Force's recommendations was that a task force be created. The 55/45 split is arbitrary and in no way is representative of TCAD's contribution to tourism. It is what the County could afford to spend five years ago. She believes the responsible thing to do is to weigh its services within the budget. Mr. John believes this is sensible and that there is a correlation between TCAD's services and tourism. The existing funding allocation has been a compromise that has worked and allowed TCAD to maintain financial stability. He opposes raising property taxes to support TCAD. Mr. Sigler commented that the nature of tourism has changed. He sees that there is a place in the tourism industry for this and sees business as a tourism generator and believes people are being brought into Tompkins County by TCAD. Mr. Molino, in response to Ms. Champion, said this would be an annual appropriation approved by the Legislature. He further commented that at any point as outlined in the MOU contributions can be changed. Ms. Kelles said this is an issue of a limited amount of funding. Both are arbitrary and both are compromises and reflect an increase on the levy. She said Tompkins County doesn't put a lot of money into economic development but receives a lot of services. Mr. McKenna said he believes the Room Tax money is "free money" because it is generated based on people doing what they want to do and is not taxpayer money. He thinks there is room for compromise but feels amounts should be over 50%. As long as Room Tax continues to increase everyone will get a share of it. Ms. Black expressed concern about not being able to fund human service programs, alternatives- to-incarceration programs, etc. and believes those are valuable services. As a compromise she said she would like to change the last two years of funding from 25% to 35% in the Resolved. It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. Lane, to amend the amendment to read as follows: "RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the use of Room Tax revenues be limited to no more than seventy-five percent (75%) of Tompkins County's payments to Tompkins County Area Development in 2019, fifty percent (50%) in 2020 and 2021, and ° thirty-five percent (35%) in 2022 and 2023,". Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke of the process that was undertaken in 2012 and said the decision was not arrived at lightly. She agrees that an argument could be made that other agencies such as the Airport could be eligible to receive tourism funds. This County doesn't have an economic development program, TCAD does that. It's the hotels and businesses that are coming here and bringing in the Room Tax money and building the tax base. If we do not support what we have, the County would be looking at spending a lot more. The County has to be sensible about where its property tax dollars are coming from to support mandated services. 177 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Ms. Robertson said she opposes the amendment to the amendment. TCAD makes money for the community. She believes the funding proposal as proposed by the County Administrator is reasonable and will also go to tourism. Ms. Dawson referred to Mrs. McBean-Clairborne's comment and said since TCAD builds the property tax base the money should come from property tax. Ms. Koreman said she would like TCAD's funding to be tied more to the kind of economic development that relates to good jobs that will help people to afford to live here and supports it coming from the property tax. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said she could accept that argument if none of it comes from property tax but some of it already does and will continue to. A voice vote on the amendment to the amendment to change 25% to 35% for the last two years resulted as follows: Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Kelles, Koreman, John, and Lane); Noes - 6 (Legislators Granison, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Excused - 1 (Legislator Klein). AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT FAILED. A voice vote on the original amendment to delete the Resolved resulted as follows: Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Koreman, and Lane); Excused - 1 (Legislator Klein). AMENDMENT FAILED. Mr. Lane said it is important this resolution is approved; TCAD needs to start its fundraising efforts and they need to know there is a commitment by their biggest partner. Further discussion followed and it was MOVED by Mr. McKenna, seconded by Mr. John, to amend the resolution to use 55145 for the first year and to establish a task force to revisit this issue. Mr. Stamm spoke of the importance of having a five-year commitment, but where the funding comes from is up to the Legislature. Mr. Molino questioned the appointment of the task force and who would serve on it. He also asked if there was no conclusion or consensus reached what would happen in years two thru five. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Champion, to Call the Question. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 10, Noes - 3 (Legislators Granison, Robertson, and Sigler); Excused - 1 (Legislator Klein). THE QUESTION WAS CALLED. A voice vote resulted as follows on the amendment: Ayes - 6 (Legislators John, Kelles, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, and Sigler); Noes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Lane, Morey, and Robertson,); Excused - 1 (Legislator Klein). AMENDMENT FAILED. Mr. Molino asked if the resolution is not adopted that a meeting be convened with four Legislators with two from each side. Following the adoption of the resolution, Mr. Stamm was thanked for his service to the community and wished well in his retirement. 178 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Following the vote, Ms. Robertson was excused. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 11 MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne EXCUSED: Daniel Klein WHEREAS, in the contemporary economy, local government plays a significant role in the identification and realization of opportunities to increase the net wealth of the community by developing and providing information critical to business location and expansion decisions and by assisting businesses to access a variety of public sector economic development incentives, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has long chosen to contract with Tompkins County Area Development (TOAD) to provide this service, and WHEREAS, TCAD is a not-for-profit organization whose board includes representatives of the business community, higher education, local government (including four County representatives), public education, the tourism industry, and organized labor, and WHEREAS, TCAD has maintained high levels of performance on behalf of the County, including assisting a broad range of projects over the last five years, in which projects have paid $7.2 million in new property taxes to Tompkins County and $38 million to other taxing jurisdictions and helped create approximately 600 jobs for area residents through tax exempt financing provided by the County's Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and Local Development Corporation (LDC). In addition TCAD fosters economic development through the negotiation of payment -in -lieu -of -tax agreements and by undertaking general economic, demographic, infrastructure, and other analyses that assist business decision -makers, and WHEREAS, TCAD is financially supported by contributions from local businesses and institutions, project -fee income generated by projects assisted by the County's IDA and LDC, and appropriations by local government, and WHEREAS, prior to the 2008 recession, fee income generated by the County's IDA and LDC was robust, fueled by a strong national economy and several major institutional developments, allowing TCAD's budget to be balanced largely with IDA/LDC fee income and employer contributions that, in turn, enabled the County to enjoy a strong economic development program at a minimal direct cost to the County, and WHEREAS, in the wake of the 2008 recession, private and institutional development slowed, causing financial support for TCAD to shift from on-going IDA/LDC revenue to the reserves those agencies had accumulated prior to the recession, and 179 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 WHEREAS, recognizing the need to maintain the programs and activities, in 2012 the Legislature's Planning, Development, and Environmental Committee commissioned a Task Force to provide it advice regarding such alternative revenue structures, as well as any operational issues associated with an alternative model, and WHEREAS, the Task Force recommended a funding plan that phased -in the use of Room Occupancy Tax revenue as one source of funds available to the County to address the TCAD funding goals and such allocations of Room Occupancy Tax Revenue would contribute a portion, but not all, of the County funds necessary to provide one-third of support for TCAD's budget, and WHEREAS, the recommendations from the Planning, Development, and Environmental Committee were implemented into a 5 -year Memorandum of Understanding (2014-2018) with TCAD to continue to provide economic development services, and WHEREAS, after discussion and feedback from community stakeholders, review and analysis of the prior four years of the current Memorandum of Understanding, the County Administrator is recommending a successor Memorandum of Understanding continuing the use of Room Occupancy Tax revenue as a partial source of funds available to the County to address TCAD funding goals, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the use of hotel tax revenues be limited to no more than seventy-five percent (75%) of Tompkins County's payments to Tompkins County Area Development in 2019, fifty percent (50%) in 2020 and 2021, and twenty-five percent (25%) in 2022 and 2023, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature hereby authorizes the County Administrator to enter into a 5 -year successor Memorandum of Understanding dated January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2023, to implement said recommendations. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Consent Agenda Ms. Kelles took the floor at this time. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Klein, Robertson Resolution No. 2018-133: Authorization to Ex ecute a Supplemental Agreement with Clark, Patterson, Lee for Const ruction Inspection and Support Services — CR 119, Co ddington Ro ad Highway Safety Im provements a t Burns Road and East King Road Intersections, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24 (ID #7843) 180 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 WHEREAS, the State of New York has included in the State Transportation Improvement Program (the STIP) a Project whereby Federal sources will furnish 90%, State sources will furnish 7.5%, and the County share is 2.5% of funding necessary for the reconstruction of Coddington Road at its intersections with East King Road and Burns Road in the Town of Ithaca, (the "Project"), and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 201 adopted on October 19, 2004, authorized a contract with Dewberry - Goodkind, Inc., for design services in connection with reconstruction of County Road 119, Coddington Road in the Town of Ithaca, and WHEREAS, during execution of the Project, Dewberry - Goodkind, Inc., assigned its rights and obligations under said contract for design services to Clark, Patterson, Lee, said assignment having been approved by the Tompkins County Risk Manager and New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), and WHEREAS, Clark, Patterson, Lee satisfactorily provided design services and is qualified to provide construction support and construction inspection services for the Project, and WHEREAS, the County Highway Director has recommended Clark, Patterson, Lee as best qualified to provide construction inspection services for the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a supplemental agreement with Clark, Patterson, Lee, with offices located at 205 St. Paul Street, Suite 500, Rochester, NY, for Construction Inspection and Support Services in connection with the referenced project for an amount not to exceed $159,000, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute supplemental agreements on behalf of the County with cumulative value not to exceed 10% of the aforementioned supplemental agreement amount, funds to be provided from account HZ5103.59239.53.08 (Coddington Road Capital Account). SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Resolution No. 2018-134: Appointment of Election Commissioner for 2019-2020 (ID #7886) WHEREAS, Election Commissioner Stephen M. Dewitt's term is due to expire December 31, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Democratic Committee, at its May 31, 2018, meeting recommended Stephen M. Dewitt for reappointment to a two-year term, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Tompkins County Democratic Committee and the Government Operations Committee, That Stephen M. Dewitt be and hereby is appointed Democratic Party Elections Commissioner for the two-year term commencing January 1, 2019, and ending December 31, 2020. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 181 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-135: Approving Tom pkins County's 2018 Title VI Program and Policies fo r the Federal Transit Administration (ID #7860) WHEREAS, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. §2000d et seq ("the Act") and 49 CFR Part 21, the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin, and WHEREAS, as a direct recipient of federal funds, Tompkins County is required to comply with the requirements of the Act and applicable implementing regulations, and WHEREAS, the County Title VI program includes oversight of Title VI compliance of subrecipients, who receive FTA funds through the County including: Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT), Gadabout Transportation Services, Inc., Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County, Friends in Service Helping, Inc. (FISH), Women's Opportunity Center, Inc., Human Services Coalition, Inc. (2-1-1), and Ithaca Carshare, Inc., and WHEREAS, pursuant to FTA Circular 4702.1B, the Tompkins County Legislature is required to approve the County's Title VI program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the 2018 Tompkins County Title VI program and its submittal to the Federal Transit Administration. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-136: Designating Tompki ns County Energy Task Force As Cl imate Smart Communities Task Force for Tompkins County (ID #7900) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2009-65 pledged to participate in the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's "Climate Smart Communities" Initiative in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate, and WHEREAS, a Climate Smart Communities Certification Program has been developed to provide local governments with a framework to guide climate action and enable high -performing communities to achieve recognition for their leadership, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County achieved Climate Smart Communities certification on March 24, 2017, and, under the leadership of the Department of Planning and Sustainability, is now pursuing Silver Certification, and WHEREAS, achieving Silver Climate Smart Communities certification helps the County receive better scores for some State funding applications, and provides recognition for the County's climate action leadership, and WHEREAS, in order to achieve Silver certification, one of the mandatory actions is to establish or designate a Climate Smart Communities Task Force, which serves as a central body of leadership that 182 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 promotes and supports climate mitigation and adaption in the community, and WHEREAS, the purpose of the Tompkins County Energy Task Force is to provide the Tompkins County Legislature and the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability with advice and counsel on energy, climate change, and energy-related economic development issues to ensure the successful transition of the local energy system to support the County Legislature's goals around greenhouse gas emissions reduction and economic development, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That Tompkins County hereby designates the Tompkins County Energy Task Force as Tompkins County's Climate Smart Communities Task Force for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's Climate Smart Communities Initiative. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-137: Authorizing a Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law No. a of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 (ID #7894) WHEREAS, according to New York State's Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the State, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, information from New York State that enables calculation of the County's 2019 property tax cap is not available until late summer, and WHEREAS, in the event the County's annual tax levy exceeds the allowable tax -levy limit voluntarily or due to clerical or technical errors, New York State has the authority to penalize our County unless we have already formally given ourselves permission to exceed the tax cap, and WHEREAS, adopting said local law is not predictive of the final tax levy but will provide the Tompkins County Legislature flexibility to exceed the Property Tax Cap if it is deemed necessary, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on July 3, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. a of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding the Tax Levy Limit for Fiscal Year 2019. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 2018-138: Increase in Hours for Deputy Director of Youth Services (ID #7889) 183 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 WHEREAS, in order to continue to provide efficient and effective services, the Tompkins Youth Services Department had proposed, and the County Administrator and the Human Resources Department accepted, a reclassification of the position of Youth Services Specialist to be reclassified as Deputy Director of Youth Services, and WHEREAS, the position of Youth Services Specialist had consisted of the standard workweek of 35 hours per week (1.0 FTE), and WHEREAS, the position of the Deputy Director of Youth Services has increased responsibilities aligned with the reclassification, and WHEREAS, by Administrative Policy 02-01, this Legislature must approve increases in the work week as is required to fulfill this agreement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the hours of the following position be changed as follows effective July 2, 2018: 1.0 FTE Deputy Director of Youth Services, position #4256, Management Grade 85. This change increases the position to the standard work week. The approved hours of the position would increase from 35 to 40 hours per week. RESOLVED, further, That no change in the 2018 budget is needed to accomplish this change. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 7835) Advisory Board on Indigent Representation Sara Koste - term expires December 31, 2020 Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Larry Roberts - Community Member representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Public Information Advisory Board Larry Roberts - term expires December 31, 2020 Christine J. Croft - term expires December 31, 2019 Stephanie Mulinos - term expires December 31, 2020 Youth Services Board Ian Schachner - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Public Safetv Committee Resolution No. 2018-139: Resolution in Support of the New York State Bar Association Resolution Calling for an Increase in Assigned Counsel Rates in the State of New York (ID #7880) 184 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Daniel Klein, Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the provision of indigent representation is a mandated requirement for all counties in the State of New York, and WHEREAS, in Tompkins County mandated indigent representation is provided through the Tompkins County Assigned Counsel Panel, which contracts with attorneys who are compensated at the assigned counsel rates set by the State of New York, and WHEREAS, recognizing that appropriate compensation of attorneys is necessary to meet the requirements of quality legal representation as set forth by the United States Supreme Court in Gideon v. Wainwright, and WHEREAS, recognizing that the State of New York has identified and sought to address deficiencies in its mandated representation of indigents through the Hurrell-Harrigg settlement, and further noting that the State of New York has now sought to expand the foundations of this settlement to all sixty two counties in New York, and WHEREAS, the State of New York in recent years has moved to address deficiencies in the criminal justice system by increasing the rate of compensation for State judges and elected district attorneys to meet the increasing financial realities of these positions, and WHEREAS, the Assigned Counsel rates established by the State of New York have not been increased since 2004, and further noting that the increase in attorney rates in 2004 was the first and only such increase of attorney rates since 1986, and WHEREAS, the lack of any increase in rates over this time period has created dire financial restraints on the abilities of the legal community to provide quality legal representation under the Assigned Counsel Program, and further noting that the lack of any increase in rates over this time period has constrained the ability of attorneys and law firms to participate in the Assigned Counsel Program, and WHEREAS, recognizing that the increasing financial inability of attorneys and law firms to participate in Assigned Counsel Programs negatively affects the quality of representation through these programs, and WHEREAS, the appropriate level of compensation for attorneys paid through the Assigned Counsel program is required in order to ensure that the required quality of representation of indigents occurs in Tompkins County, and further noting that said appropriate level of compensation is required to ensure the proper support and maintenance of legal institutions and processes in Tompkins County, and 185 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 WHEREAS, the New York State Bar Association House of Delegates has now passed a resolution calling on the State of New York to increase assigned counsel rates in the State, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Advisory Board on Indigent Representation supports the following four provisions of the New York State Bar Association House of Delegates resolution: an increase in the rates paid to assigned counsel in the State of New York; said increase should be comparable to rates similar to that set for indigent defense in the federal system, and should be based on a percentage comparable to the recent increases in judicial and elected district attorney salaries; a mechanism providing for an annual review and adjustment as needed of Assigned Counsel rates based on a formula using comparable compensation rates similar to the formula used by the Federal Criminal Justice Act; the increase in rates should be a State expense and not result in an unfunded mandate to local counties, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature expresses its support as outlined in this resolution, for passage of the resolution of the New York State Bar Association House of Delegates, calling for an increase in the assigned counsel rates in New York State, RESOLVED, further, That the increase in rates should be a State expense and not result in another unfunded mandate to local counties, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to New York State Assemblywoman Lifton, New York State Senators O'Mara, Seward, and Helming, Governor Cuomo, New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie, New York State Assembly Minority Leader Kolb, New York State Senate Majority Leader Flanagan, New York State Senate Democratic Conference Leader Stewart -Cousins. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Reeess Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, declared recess at 8:23 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:32 p.m. Report from a Municipal Official(s) There was no Municipal Official present. Priviletye of the Floor by Letyislators Ms. Champion thanked Legislature for the discussion earlier on the TCAD MOU and acknowledging everyone has different priorities. Mr. Sigler announced the State Senate passed legislation to allow not -for -profits to join Health Consortiums and the third court judge for Tompkins County was approved. Both these actions require Assembly approval. He thanked the County Sheriff, Bangs Ambulance, Emergency Response, and others in the search and safe return of Sophie Sok in Lansing this past weekend. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also thanked emergency responders and law enforcement officials. She also reported June 19 marks the official end of slavery in America as on June 19, 1865 the last persons who were slaves in Texas were freed; she noted this is an official holiday in Texas. Today we are still 186 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 fighting for equality and racial justice. The images of children and parents being separated and the agony of cries being ignored at a time when we are celebrating freedom are unacceptable. We cannot sit back silently and allow this to happen. She understands the need for immigration reform but there must be sensible and humane reform. We are a society of love and support and challenged everyone to do something to stop the inhumane treatment of human beings. Mr. John said in thinking about the issue he recalled his ancestors who came from Poland and Ireland. He learned that his grandmother lied about everything she needed to in order to get into the country. We need to be cognizant of the desperation of people trying to get into the country. He further commented that this past Saturday 1,200 people ran in a marathon that started in Jacksonville and finished near the Commons. He thanked the former Legislators Carol Chock and Dooley Kiefer for attending the meeting earlier and sharing their views. Ms. Koreman thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for her comments and said she heard a story from a woman who said she would rather have her children die trying to get to America than live in the conditions they were in. She, too, was troubled by the images being shown on the news. She also thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for preparing the proclamation that was read at the last meeting during Pride month. She reported there are now Pride flags being flown at all County buildings. She hopes to see more flags around the County in other locations. The Finger Lakes Pulse picnic is being held June 20t` at the Jacksonville Park and all are invited. Ms. Dawson also spoke about the images being shown on the news and the only way to change the situation at the federal level is to vote at the upcoming elections. Mr. Lane said what is going on is unacceptable, bargaining for a wall. He said five first ladies including the President's wife have spoken against it. Ms. Kelles said this past weekend there was an amazing Juneteenth celebration and recommended the entire community support it going forward. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne acknowledged the Southside Community Center staff and volunteers for putting on the Juneteenth event. In addition, this weekend will be the 2nd Annual Reggae Fest at Stewart Park and encouraged everyone to attend. Chair's Report and Appointments There was no Chair's report or appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino had no report. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood had no report. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder provided an update on the auction held last night and said there were 61 registered bidders and 130 people present for 12 parcels. The preliminary results including taxes are $366,259 and 187 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 after expenses the County's amount is approximately $231,655. He will have a resolution to present at the next Legislature meeting. He also provided a report on the Sales Tax Distribution Summary for the month of May. The County's portion was up 5.17% from last year. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna had no report. Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. Government Operations Committee Ms. Dawson, Vice Chair, said the Committee met June 7th and heard reports from Jay Franklin, Assessment Director, including a review of Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review and a program update on Mandatory IVP - Enhanced STAR. The Committee also had an update on the County's webpage project and will discuss this topic again at the next meeting. Resolution No. 2018- 140: Approving Revisions to Adm inistrative Policy 00-01: Minutes of Meetings of the Legislature, Legislative Standing Committe es, and Special Committees of the Legislature (ID #7882) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Daniel Klein, Martha Robertson WHEREAS, it is in the interest of Tompkins County government to have policies and procedures that are current, accurate, and consistent, and WHEREAS, Policy 00-01 was revised to ensure minutes provide an understandable record of a meeting for members of the public, future readers, and those who are unable to attend a meeting, and WHEREAS, Policy 00-01 has been reviewed and processed according to the guidelines of Policy 01-04, which governs the policy amendment process, and WHEREAS, this policy also has been reviewed by the Government Operations Committees, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital and Personnel and the Government 188 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Operations Committees, That the revisions to Policy 00-01 - Minutes of Meetings of the Legislature, Legislative Standing Committees, and Special Committees of the Legislature are hereby adopted. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Motion to: Appoint J.R. Clairborne to the Publ is Information Advisory Board for a term that expires December 31, 2020 Mrs. McBean-Clairborne disclosed that J.R. Clairborne is her husband. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Daniel Klein, Martha Robertson Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Champion, Vice Chair, said the Committee met on June 14th and discussed the resolutions approved earlier this evening. The Committee will next meet on June 25`h Resolution No. 2018-141: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal -Pay Reimbursement — Office of Employment and Training (ID #7867) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: REC OMMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Daniel Klein, Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the Workforce Development One Stop Career Center had one Employment and Training Clerk leave employment May 4, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to Departments from the Contingent Fund, and WHEREAS, the County's Fiscal Policy (05-02) characterizes the Airport, Solid Waste, the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council, and Workforce Development as enterprise units and 189 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 therefore not eligible for reimbursement of terminal pay, and WHEREAS, unlike other enterprise units, the Workforce Development Board and the Office of Employment and Training do rely on County revenue to sustain their operations and do not have an alternative source of funding to support terminal pay, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That Section 5.03-A-4 of the County Policy 05-02, prohibiting the use of County contingency funds to support terminal pay for Workforce Development, be waived, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation for 2018: A FUND - General Fund INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: A9502.54400 Contribution to Comm Dvlp $5,607.22 DECREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $5,607.22 CD FUND - Community Development Fund INCREASE REVENUE ACCOUNT: CD6292.42801 Interfund Revenues $5,607.22 INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: CD6292.51000779 Employment& Training Clerk $3,859.33 CD6292.58800 Fringe $1,747.89 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on June 12th and discussed the TC3 budget with President Montague. Mr. Molino will be meeting with TC3 to talk about their needs. He encouraged Legislators to complete their evaluations of the four Direct Reports. Legislators were reminded the meet and greet for the candidates for the Deputy County Administrator position is scheduled for tomorrow. All Legislators and Department Heads are invited. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, said the Committee will meet June 27th. She acknowledged the passing and contributions of Dorothy Cotton who wall a well-known Civil Rights Leader in the community. At this time, Ms. Kelles asked for a moment of silence in Dorothy Cotton's memory. Housing Committee Mr. Sigler, Vice Chair, reported a Tompkins County housing market and resource analysis is 190 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, June 19, 2018 being done through the Chamber of Commerce and they will have a report by this fall on affordable housing. Legislators were asked to provide feedback on the reserve fund. Reference was made to summary report being available and Ms. Kelles agreed to follow-up and have a copy sent to all Legislators. Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met on June 6th and had a presentation from LaBella Associates on the Public Safety Building. The Committee also had a good discussion of school resource officers. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for July 3rd at 3 p.m. followed by a joint meeting with the Health and Human Services Committee at 4 p.m. to discuss Supervised Injection Facilities. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne requested an update on the position of Criminal Justice Coordinator. Mr. John said David Sanders is Chairing the Criminal Justice Advisory/Alternatives to Incarceration Board and is working on how to measure performance on criminal justice activities using a Results Based Accountability program. Mr. Molino said Mr. Sanders is also working on other performance measurements across the County organization including training each of the departments. The key to performance measurement is knowing what you are measuring and if it is valuable. Some alternatives -to -incarceration initiatives are just getting started; he hopes measurements will be developed by the end of the year. He also spoke of the State being interested in the County's Results Based Accountability program and has invited Mr. Sanders to attend a conference to present it. Ms. Black said she has been impressed with Mr. Sanders and his knowledge. He attended a LEAD meeting and has been working with different organizations in the community. Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met on June 11th and heard presentations concerning the Sophie Fund and Suicide Prevention. The Committee also heard a report about the Rescue Mission and no longer wanting to provide shelter services. The Department of Social Services is working on this issue. Minutes of Previous Meeting June 5, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Daniel Klein, Martha Robertson Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m. 191 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 7-17-18 Tuesday, July 3, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Public Hearing - Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:31 p.m. Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the regular meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. Pledge of Alleuiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson Henry Granison Title Member Member Member Member IN Status Present Present Present Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present McBean-Clairbome Member Present -Leslyn David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Excused Privileue of the Floor by the Public Ms. Gougakis, City of Ithaca, apologized for her comments made at the last meeting and spoke of a letter she submitted to the Ithaca Times for printing that they are now claiming was not submitted. In addition, she spoke to the issue of the use of generators being used with food carts on the Commons and her belief that the noise ordinance is not being enforced. Report from a Municipal Official(s) George McGonigal, Common Council member, responded to Ms. Gougakis concerning the noise ordinance and said it was addressed. He reported on the Parks Master Plan and said he spoke to the Planning Department staff and they said they would be willing to provide an update to the County. The 192 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 City approved Phase I of the Plan. Phase 1I, the Governance piece that involves the County, has not yet been considered as the City did not fund that portion in this year's budget. Mr. McGonigal responded to Ms. Champion and said West State Street design has begun but noted the traffic light at the end of West Hill will not arrive for a few weeks. Mr. Lane said he continues to be concerned about South Hill, especially at the bottom of State Street in the area of Simeon's, and asked what safety measures are still under consideration, particularly by the Federal Government. Mr. McGonigal reviewed the additional signs that have been put up and said he would look into Mr. Lane's question. In response to Ms. Kelles, he believes construction projects within the City are on schedule, but will look into that further. Ms. Robertson provided a brief update on the elimination of certain channels since the takeover by Spectrum from Time Warner and said beginning in September WENY will have a 24/7 local news station. Ms. Dawson added that there is a petition available for people to sign with regard to the WSKG channel and encouraged more signatures. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Lane asked that while everyone is enjoying their celebrations that they think about what the fourth of July is about and what it means to them. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson reported on events that happened locally including a visit by Senator Gillibrand and her talk on a prescription drugs initiative. She also reported that construction kicked off yesterday for the Tompkins Center for History and Culture. It is a great opportunity and she expects something very wonderful will happen there. In addition she spoke of her experience in the local primary election and the process in New York State compared to other States. She participated in a part of the process she hadn't previously and felt very good that both campaigns were treated very honestly and transparently. She distributed a letter received from NYSEG to the Public Service Commission concerning the Natural Gas Compressor Pilot Project. NYSEG has determined based on its review of the past heating system that acceptable pressures were maintained and that pressure boosters will not be needed. NYSEG asked that the review and analysis of the Non -Pipe Alternatives continue. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino reported the Tompkins Center for History and Culture is moving along with abatement taking place. The lease is being finalized and will be sent out to different parties and in the next month the MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) will be executed. He spoke of the Supreme Court decision last week on the Janis decision that impacts public employees in some states. Up until last week employees could choose not to pay union dues but would still pay agency fees. He said Tompkins County Human Resources is aware of this and they will be working with the 60-70 County employees who this impacts to remove the agency fees from their paycheck. 193 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood said he provided Legislators with a written update on litigation. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder reviewed the foreclosure auction results contained in the agenda packet. He also stated at the next Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee an audit report will be provided and a resolution to accept the Financial Statements will be considered. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson EXCUSED: Sigler Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 7888) Water Resources Council Darby Kiley - Planning Department representative; term expires December 31, 2018 Cynthia Brock - Municipal Government representative; term expires December 31, 2018 Environmental Management Council Brian Eden, Chair Strategic Tourism Planning Board Kathleen Kutz - Lodging representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Hillview Road Landfill Citizens Advisory Committee Dooley Kiefer - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2020 Resolution No. 2018-142: Authorization to Execute Quit claim Deeds — Sale of Foreclosure Properties at Public Auction (ID #7925) WHEREAS, in accordance with the procedures outlined in Policy 01-07 - Land Transactions, the Government Operations Committee approved on April 5, 2018, the list below of Tax Parcels to be acquired through tax foreclosure, and then sold at public auction to recover unpaid taxes, and and WHEREAS, by tax foreclosure proceedings, the County acquired certain parcels in the County, 194 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 WHEREAS, said properties were sold, contingent upon Legislature approval, at public auction on June 18, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That upon payment in full of the bid price, plus current taxes and filing fees, the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute quitclaim deeds for all parcels sold at the public auction: Town of Danby - Bald Hill Road - 10.4-65.21 Town of Danby - 359 South Danby Road - 22.-1-20.2 Town of Dryden - 202 Sweetland Road - 25.-1-32 Town of Dryden - Spring Run Road - 46.-1-49.4 Town of Dryden - Virgil Road - 48.-1-67.32 Town of Dryden - 1933 Slaterville Road - 73.-3-9 Town of Enfield - Hayts Road - 5.-2-2.3 Village of Groton - Main Street South - 13.-3-4 Town of Groton - Pleasant Valley Road - 35.-1-1.321 Town of Ithaca - 175 Culver Road - 31.-6-1.242 Town of Lansing - 447 Auburn Road - 29.-1-2.32 Town of Newfield - 74 Fishkill Road - 3.-1-24 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Resolution No. 2018-143: Authorizing Public Hearing for Local Law No. b of 2018 - A Local law to Modify Loc al Law No. 2 of 2 015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County (ID #7916) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature wishes to enact "A Local law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County", now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on July 17, 2018, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. b of 2018 - A Local law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is authorized and directed to place proper notice of this public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-144: Request for Tom pkins County to Join the Econom is Developm ent District of the Southern Tier (ID #7919) WHEREAS, in 2018, Tompkins County rejoined the Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board (recently rebranded as Southern Tier Eight Regional Board (ST8)), and 195 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for Southern Tier East 2018-2022 included Tompkins County in its planning, along with the Counties of Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Otsego, Schoharie, and Tioga that are already members of the Economic Development District of the Southern Tier, and WHEREAS, the Regional Goals identified in the CEDS are to: 1. Develop best practices economic development strategies for the entire business cycle: entrepreneurship, small business, industry cluster development, business attraction, and sale to foreign markets. 2. Create educational opportunities to employment through affordable education, skills training, job placement assistance, and quality childcare. 3. Address infrastructure deficiencies across the 8 counties especially in broadband, energy, and transportation. 4. Adopt regional marketing strategies showcasing the tremendous assets in ST8. 5. Create innovative approaches to community well-being addressing poverty, health, retention of youth and young adults, with care for our seniors. 6. Support our rural communities that may not be benefiting from economic development programs and organic growth as experienced by urban areas. Assure that the entire region can provide the great work/life balance that is a key attribute of our area. And these are also goals of Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County must be a member of the Economic Development District of the Southern Tier to have access to U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) funding for large- scale economic development programs and projects, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County joining the Economic Development District of the Southern Tier will support regional collaboration on multi -county issues that could have benefit to Tompkins County, as well as the entire region, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall send this resolution and a letter requesting support for Tompkins County joining the Economic Development District of the Southern Tier to the ST8 staff, and the Counties of Broome, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Otsego, Schoharie and Tioga. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-145: Award of Bid - Bridge Replacement - Dodge Road over Cascadilla Creek - BIN 3209890 (Town of Dryden) (ID #7914) WHEREAS, the Department of Finance - Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids for replacement of the bridge carrying Dodge Road over Cascadilla Creek (BIN 3209890), and WHEREAS, five (5) bids were received and publicly read on May 30, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the bid be awarded to Silverline Construction, Inc., of Burdett, New York, lowest responsible bidder, in the amount 196 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 of $489,715.00, RESOLVED, further, That the funds are available in the Dodge Road Bridge Replacement Capital Account HZ5324.59239.53.24, RESOLVED, further, That the Highway Department is hereby authorized to implement this bid and to execute change orders to the contract up to 10% of the aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Dodge Road Bridge Replacement Capital Account, HZ5324.59239.53.24. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II- 2 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on July 6th Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, said the Committee will meet on July 6ffi and highlighted the agenda topics. Planning. Development. and Environmental Oualitv Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee last week and heard a report on Cooperative Extension's Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan and also received an update on the Operations Effectiveness Manager (OEM) position. There was one candidate qualified for the position and following an offer being made and accepted the candidate took another position at Cornell University. The Committee also heard a detailed report from TCAD (Tompkins County Area Development) representatives. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on July 10th. The Committee will have a presentation on the County's financial audit and discuss the Direct Reports performance evaluations. Resolution No. 2018-146: Adoption of Local La w No. 1 of 2018 — A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 (ID #7895) RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 11 MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson NAYS: Glenn Morey EXCUSED: Michael Sigler 197 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 WHEREAS, according to New York State's Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the State, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, adopting said local law is not predictive of the final tax levy but will provide the Tompkins County Legislature flexibility to exceed the Property Tax Cap if it is deemed necessary, and to ensure that any State recalculation of the applicable limit will not make the County inadvertently out of compliance, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on July 3, 2018, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 is hereby adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law Section 3-c, which expressly authorizes the County Legislature to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of sixty percent (60%) of the County Legislature, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law and shall within twenty days file one certified copy in the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Workforce Diversitv and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, said the Committee met June 26th and received information from a survey by Departments through the County Administrator's Office about promoting and sharing diversity and inclusion information. The Committee also received an update on the Climate Survey; the results are due to be rolled out to employees August 2nd. There was a 70% return rate. The LGBTQ Law Enforcement Policy Working Group continues to meet and keep the Committee informed on its progress. A resolution recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day was approved and is being forwarded to the next Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting for consideration. Chamber President Jennifer Tavares attended the meeting and discussed the minority and women -owned businesses program to help those businesses become certified. She hopes the County will continue to partner and support the program. The July meeting is canceled; the Committee will next meet on August 22nd Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on July 16tH Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met earlier today and received an update from Lee Shurtleff, Emergency Response Director, about the Emergency Response and Oversight Committee. The Committee also heard updates from the Departments of Probation and Community Justice and Sheriff. Following that meeting a joint meeting was held with the Health and Human Services Committee concerning a supervised injection facility. No action was taken but it was a good conversation. 198 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, thanked Legislators Rich John and Anna Kelles for running the joint meeting held earlier today. As she as a conflict of interest due to her employment at the Southern Tier Aids Program, she was unable to Chair the meeting. The Committee will next meet on July 9th Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee discussed the South Street stabilization project and said they are awaiting information from the Department of Environmental Conservation and the Army Corps of Engineers. In addition, they are waiting for the historical designation for the Freese Road Bridge. The Committee approved the increased funding for the Burns Road and Coddington Road project. Resolution No. 2018- 147: Award of Contract- Terminal Cleaning Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #7911) Mr. Wood responded to Ms. Dawson and said the Airport's current electricity is under the bid of the County as is the remote net metering agreement; both were bid in conjunction with MEGA. RESULT: REC OMMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson EXCUSED: Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Finance Department advertised a Request for Bids for a three-year contract, with an option to renew for a further three years, to provide cleaning services and snow removal in front of the terminal building at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, three bids were received and opened on May 15, 2018, and WHEREAS, the lowest responsible bid and considered in the best interests of the airport was received from Retterer and Sons of Corning, New York, New York, and WHEREAS, the cost of the three-year contract, commencing on August 1, 2018, will be as follows: Year One $ 126,514 Year Two $ 131,573 Year Three $ 135,567 , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the contract be awarded to Retterer and Sons of Corning, New York, and that the County Administrator, or his designee, be and hereby is authorized to execute said contract. 199 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 3, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting June 19, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson EXCUSED: Michael Sigler Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 6:39 p.m. 200 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 8-7-18 Tuesday, July 17, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Public Hearing Local Law No. 2 of 2018 - A Local law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County Ms. Robertson called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2018 - A Local Law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County and asked if anyone wished to speak. Carol Chock, City of Ithaca resident, and Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline resident, spoke in support of Local Law No. 2 of 2018 - A Local Law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County. No one else wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:32 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name M M Title Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair LIPresent Michael Sigler Member I Present Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Mr. Klein read and presented Monika Roth with a proclamation recognizing her for work she has done in the community in the 40 years she has worked at Tompkins County Cooperative Extension. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Carol Chock, City of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators. 201 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Colette Miele, New York City resident, told Legislators how important air is to her. Joe Wilson, Town of Dryden resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators. Anthony Ingraffea, Village of Lansing resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators. Fay Gougakis, City of Ithaca resident, spoke concerning being banned from the GreenStar Cooperative. Scott MacLeod, The Sophie's Fund and Tompkins County resident, expressed appreciation to Legislators Black and Kelles, Mental Health Commissioner, Frank Kruppa, Deputy Mental Health Commissioner, Sharon McDougall, and many suicide champions for their help in moving the resolution entitled Suicide Prevention Coalition Zero Suicide Initiative" forward. Judy Pierpont, Town of Dryden resident, spoke in support of the resolutions entitled Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators and Resolution to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County. Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline resident, spoke in support of the resolutions entitled Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators and Resolution to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County. Chief Sachem Sam George, Cayuga Nation and Cayuga County resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County. Kathy Russell, Town of Dryden resident, spoke in support of the resolutions entitled Resolution to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County, Urging New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators, and the Resolution to Support Immigrants and Refugees who Live within Tompkins County, while Noting that the Separating of Children from Parents at the United States/Mexico Border is Inhumane. Fabina Colon, Multicultural Resource Center and Tompkins County resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution to Recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Ducson Nyugen, Common Council Member, reported the City received the Bluebird grant for exploring alternative ways of dealing with addiction. He also reported the City passed a tax abatement for the CIITAP program and the two State Street projects will be complete in October and November. Individual Member -Filed Resolutions 202 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-148: Urging New York Stat a Department of Environmental Conservation to Strengthen the Proposed New Guidelines for Major Power Generators (ID #7963) Ms. Kelles introduced the resolution and thanked those who helped pull the information together. She explained the changes that were made to the resolution since it was placed on the agenda. Mr. Sigler said the basis of the resolution is that Cayuga Power would like to repower. He said the resolution offers no solutions to energy problems except solar and wind which are not solutions. Ms. Robertson said the resolution states it is specifically commenting on regulations that have a deadline of July 28. Ms. Dawson said she understands the science and supports this resolution but the real problem was brought up by Mr. Ingraffea of not crippling ourselves economically as we move off of fossil fuel. She appreciates Mr. Ingraffea's offer to work through the difficult problem of how to work ourselves off of natural gas and fossil fuels. She hopes that this Legislature will consider creating some kind of task force to consider what our options will be if we will not be using coal, natural gas, or any fossil fuels in the future. Ms. Robertson said the resolution does not have to do with power plant. She reported on a meeting that she and others will be attending tomorrow in Albany concerning the non -pipeline alternative as a follow-up to the letter NYSEG sent to the Public Service Commission. She further commented that the Legislature should consider creating another economic and energy development task force to begin thinking about phase 2. RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson NAYS: Michael Sigler WHEREAS, as part of the State's Clean Energy Plan, Governor Cuomo set a bold goal for New York State (NYS) to reduce statewide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 40% by 2030, and WHEREAS, at Governor Cuomo's direction, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) has proposed revisions to the air quality section of the NYS Conservation Code, Part 251, CO2 Performance Standards for Major Electric Generating Facilities that will require all power plants in New York to meet new emissions limits for carbon dioxide (CO2), a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, and comments on those revisions are due by July 28th, and WHEREAS, in 2017, NYS published a Methane Reduction Plan, recognizing that methane "is second to carbon dioxide in its contribution to climate change as a result of its high volume in the atmosphere and strong radiative effects. Moreover, we may not fully understand the extent of methane emissions, as estimates of methane leakage from oil and natural gas infrastructure, landfills, and farm activities continue to increase with new research and improved reporting." To reduce methane emissions, 203 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Governor Cuomo directed State agencies to develop proposals and policies to inventory emissions and identify strategies for methane capture and elimination, and WHEREAS, since the first ever paper on methane emissions from shale gas was published in 2011 by Robert Howarth, Renee Santoro, and Anthony Ingraffea, a growing number of studies have shown high methane emissions from developing shale gas. The latest of these papers, published in the preeminent journal Science on June 20, 2018, by Alvarez et. al., shows upstream emissions at well sites are at least 60% higher than estimated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, most additional studies show the downstream emissions through pipeline distribution systems to be at least 2.5 - fold higher than the EPA estimates. Taken cumulatively, these show the high risk of using shale gas as fuel, since methane is more than 100 -times more powerful as a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide, as reported by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) in 2013. When considered over the next decade following emissions, shale gas has a greenhouse gas footprint that is at least twice that of coal, as documented in 2015 by Robert W. Howarth, R.W. in "Perspectives on air emissions of methane and climatic warming risk from hydraulic fracturing and shale -gas development: Implications for policy," Energy & Emission Control Technologies 3: pp. 45-54, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Legislature on March 3, 2015, established the principle that "Tompkins County should be a place where the energy system meets community needs without contributing additional greenhouse gasses to the atmosphere," and established the policy to "Reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to reach a minimum 80 percent reduction from 2008 levels by 2050 and reduce reliance on fossil fuels across all sectors," and WHEREAS, Tompkins County implemented multiple programs to reduce emissions and also established a groundbreaking methodology to track and inventory all Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Energy Use by both its own government operations and by the community, which programs and methodology can be found at <http://www.tompkinscogg y.gov/plannin /g energ-greenhouse-gas>, and WHEREAS, largely as a result of conversion from other fossil fuels to natural gas, the results of Tompkins County's GHG Emissions Inventory demonstrated a reduction in emissions for government operations from 2008 to 2014 of 53% and a reduction for the Tompkins County Community of 21% during that same time period, achieving the government and the community interim goals and positioning both to achieve the County and Community GHG emission reduction goals of 80% by 2050, and WHEREAS, HOWEVER, applying guidance by Cornell scientists to take into account full life- cycle emissions of methane and its increased global warming potential, demonstrated that, rather than decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, emissions actually increased 67% for the community and 10% for the county government between 2008 and 2014, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County and New York State cannot reach their own respective goals without more stringent standards that address the new evidence cited above, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes that while natural gas may seem to provide greenhouse gas emission reductions when looking only at combustion emissions, when full life -cycle emissions of shale gas are taken into account, greenhouse gas emissions from shale gas are no better than or possibly even worse than those of other fossil fuels, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature strongly urges the NYS DEC to account for lifecycle emissions and global warming impact of methane as established by current scientific research when revising the GHG emissions standards of major power generators, 204 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to Senator Pamela Helming, Senator Thomas O'Mara, Senator James Seward, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Assistant Secretary for Energy Peter Olmsted, NYSDEC Commissioner Basil Seggos, and Laura Stevens, NYSDEC Division of Air Resources air.regsndec.n.gov <mailto:air.regs9dec.nygov> in response to its call for comments by its receipt deadline of July 27. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-1 49: Resolution to Recogn ize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a Holiday in Tompkins County (ID #7941) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked the residents that attended this evening in support of this resolution. She noted there is no reference to Columbus Day in the resolution; it is clearly recognizing Indigenous Peoples. Mr. Lane clarified this does not do what one of the speakers referred to earlier and what the City's resolution did by replacing Columbus Day. The intention is to have two celebrations - Columbus and Indigenous Peoples' Day and County documents will refer to both. Ms. Kelles recognized Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for her diligence and perseverance for bringing forward this resolution. It is important to acknowledge Indigenous Peoples place and history with the land. The history that many of us learned is not the history that the Indigenous Peoples in this country experienced. This is a very small gesture to make amends. Mr. John said he supports the resolution and appreciates the work done with crafting it. There is much to criticize Christopher Columbus for; the creation of Columbus Day was the recognition of immigrants' rights and having the two celebrations side by side will give an opportunity for reflection. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the members of the Tompkins County Legislature recognize that the Indigenous Peoples of the land since time immemorial were caretakers of such known as the Americas, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the fact that we currently stand on lands where there are homes and villages of the Cayuga Nation and Onondaga Nation of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, and 205 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the County values the many contributions made to our community through Indigenous Peoples' knowledge, labor, technology, science, philosophy, arts, and the deep cultural contribution that has helped shape the character of Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the County has committed through its diversity policy and other non-discrimination policies to oppose the systematic racism towards all marginalized peoples including the Indigenous People in our region, and WHEREAS, the County has for years committed to protect, respect, and fulfill the full range of inherent human rights for all as set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and numerous other international human rights treaties, and WHEREAS, Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations -sponsored International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas, and calls for revocation of the Doctrine of Discovery, and WHEREAS, the County proposes to honor our Nations' and more specifically, Tompkins County's Indigenous roots, history, and contributions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the second Monday in October, as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" and shall encourage the celebration of this day in a manner that promotes respect, understanding, and friendship; combats prejudice and bias; works to eliminate discrimination stemming from colonization; and acknowledges our history, RESOLVED, further, That all Tompkins County documents and references to "Holidays," shall include Indigenous Peoples' Day. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Resolution No. 2018-150: Establishing Standard Work Days for Elected and Appointed Officials of Tompkins County (ID #7921) WHEREAS, effective August 12, 2009, New York State adopted a new regulation 315.4 for additional reporting requirements for elected or appointed officials that more clearly defines the process for reporting time worked for those officials who are members of the New York State Retirement System, now therefore be it 206 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby establishes the following as the standard work days for these titles and will report the officials to the New York State and Local Retirement System based on time keeping system records or their record of activities: Title Standard Name Tier 1 Term Participates in Record of Not Work Day Employer's Activities Submitted (Hrs/Day) Time Keeping Result System Elected Officials Legislator 6 Shawna Black 1/1/18- N 28.55 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Amanda 1/1/18- N 28.61 Champion 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Deborah 1/1/18- N 33.82 Dawson 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Henry 1/1/18- N 7.68 Granison 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Rich John 1/1/18- N 16.08 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Anne Koreman 1/1/18- N 22.93 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Michael E. 1/1/18- N 22.39 Lane 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Leslyn 1/1/18- N 26.66 McBean- 12/31/21 Clairborne Legislator 6 Martha 1/1/18- N 40.51 Robertson 12/31/21 Legislator 6 Michael Sigler 1/1/18- N 22.94 12/31/21 RESOLVED, further, That the resolution be posted on the Tompkins County website for a minimum of 30 days and that a certified copy of the resolution and affidavit of posting be filed with the Office of the State Comptroller within 45 days of adoption. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-151: Budget Adjustment within the Community Services fo r the Elderly Program and Budget Transfer for the Weatheriz ation Referral and Packaging (WRAP) Program (ID #7945) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.01 A, Transfers from personnel lines to other program accounts may require further explanation and are made at the discretion of the Director of Finance and notification to the County Administrator, as well as optional approval or disapproval by the appropriate program committee, and 207 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the Office for Aging hereafter known as COFA has received a Notification of Grant Award that Tompkins has received a $5,940 increase in state funding for the program known as Community Services for the Elderly, and WHEREAS, due to nature of the State fiscal year running from April 1, 2018, to March 31, 2019, funding in the amount of $4,455 will be utilized in the current year for salary and fringe expenses for one Outreach Worker, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging sees a continuing need for additional funding for its home repair program hereafter known as Weatherization Referral and Packaging (WRAP), and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging wishes to transfer payroll funding to program expense in order to cover this continuing need, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to his books: Office for the Aging Budget Adjustment Revenue Account Title Amount Approp. Acct Title Amount A6777-43803 State Revenue $4,455 A6777-51000517 Salary $3,066 A6777-58800 Fringes $1,389 Office for the Aging Budget Transfer From: To: Expenditure Account Amount Expenditure Account Amount 6796-51000517 Salary $3,066 A6796-54400 Program Exp. $4,455 6796-58800 Fringes $1,389 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-152: Authorization to Accept Community Engagement Grant from the Health Foundation for Western and Centra 1 New York - Office for the Aging (ID #7942) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging seeks to offer effective programming to meet the needs of older adults, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging applied for an additional competitive "Aging By Design" grant to address identified needs and reduce triggers of decline among older adults, and WHEREAS, the purpose of this particular grant is to create print media that would be centered around the Tompkins County Office for the Aging's "Engage About Age: Community Engagement Campaign", and WHEREAS, the Health Foundation for Western and Central NY has awarded a $45,000 grant that would cover the expense of the campaign and the printed materials related to it, and 208 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the grant is to begin on July 15, 2018, and end on December 31, 2019, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County hereby accepts this grant of $45,000, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following adjustments to his 2018 books: REVENUE A6773.42070 Contrib. from Priv. Agencies $17,503 APPROPRIATION A6773-51000215 Director. Office for the Aging $1,825 A6773-51000559 Aging Services Specialist $2,177 A6773-51000546 New York Connects Coordinator $2,401 A6773-54400 Program Expense $500 A6773-54303 Supplies $0 A6773-54330 Printing $0 A6773-54414 Local Mileage $0 A6773-54491 Subcontracts $7,700 A6773-58800 Fringe Benefits $2,900 RESOLVED, further, That the remainder, $27,497, will be included in the Office for the Aging's 2019 budget. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-153: Budget Adjustment Related to Acceptance of 2018 New York State Office of Children and Family Services Funding - Youth Services (ID #7939) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Family and Children Services has notified the County of its final 2018 State -aid amounts, and WHEREAS, Youth Development Funding has not increased, however, there has been an increase in Runaway and Homeless Youth Part II Funding, and WHEREAS, the County's State -aid is re -allocated to municipalities, programs, and the Youth Services Department, and WHEREAS, the Department has amended existing contracts and accounts, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Service Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following 2018 budget adjustment as follows: Revenue Acct Title Amount 7022.43820 Programs for Youth, State Aid $28,006 7022.43830 Programs for Youth, State Aid (RHY) $ 7,600 209 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Appropriation Acct Title Amount 7026.54400 Program Expense $28,006 7022.5400 Program Expense (RHY State Aid) $ 7,600 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-154: Stepping Up to Redu ce the Numb er of People with Mental Illnesses in Jails - Mental Health Department (ID #7948) WHEREAS, counties routinely provide treatment services to the estimated two million people with serious mental illnesses booked into jail each year, and WHEREAS, prevalence rates of serious mental illnesses in jails are three to six times higher than for the general public, and WHEREAS, almost three-quarters of adults with serious mental illnesses in jails have co- occurring substance use disorders, and WHEREAS, adults with mental illnesses tend to stay longer in jail and, upon release, are at a higher risk of recidivism than people without these disorders, and WHEREAS, county jails spend two to three times more on adults with mental illnesses that require interventions compared to those without these treatment needs, and WHEREAS, without the appropriate treatment and services, people with mental illnesses continue to cycle through the criminal justice system, often resulting in tragic outcomes for these individuals and their families, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County and all counties take pride in their responsibility to protect and enhance the health, welfare, and safety of its residents in efficient and cost-effective ways, and WHEREAS, Criminal Justice Alternative to Incarceration (CJATI) is a diverse team of leaders, which helps people stay out of jail by offering mental health and substance use disorder treatment, and WHEREAS, through Stepping Up, the National Association of Counties, the Council of State Governments Justice Center, and the American Psychiatric Association Foundation are encouraging public, private, and nonprofit partners to reduce the number of people with mental illnesses in jails, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That Tompkins County hereby signs on to the Call to Action to reduce the number of people with mental illnesses in our County Jail, commit to sharing lessons learned with other counties in the State and across the country to support a national initiative and encourage all County officials, employees, and residents to participate in Stepping Up, 210 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County resolves to utilize the comprehensive resources available through Stepping Up to: Utilize the Criminal Justice Alternative to Incarceration (CJATI) diverse team of leaders and decision makers from multiple agencies committed to safely reducing the number of people with mental illnesses in jails; Utilize Results Based Accountability (RBA) to collect and review prevalence numbers and assess individuals' needs to better identify adults entering jails with mental illnesses and their recidivism risk, and use that baseline information to guide decision making at the system, program, and case levels; County planning is used to examine treatment and service capacity to determine which programs and services are available in the County for people with mental illnesses and co- occurring substance use disorders, and identify state and local policy and funding barriers to minimizing contact with the justice system and providing treatment and supports in the community; Develop a plan with measurable outcomes that draws on the Jail assessment and prevalence data and the examination of available treatment and service capacity, while considering identified barriers; Implement research -based approaches that advance the plan; and utilize Results Based Accountability (RBA) to track progress using data and information systems, and to report on successes. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Health and Human Services Committee Resolution No. 2018-155: Suicide Prevention Coalition Zero Suicide Initiative (ID #7950) Ms. Black recognized those who have led this effort, particularly Scott MacLeod, The Sophie Fund, and Sharon McDougall, Deputy Mental Health Commissioner. This is an initiative the Legislature should be proud of and Tompkins County is one of the first counties in New York State to become a "Zero Suicide" County. It helps health care providers with better tools to prevent suicide. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death and is one of just three leading causes that are on the rise (Center for Disease Control and Prevention, June, 2018), and 211 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, although suicide prevention efforts largely focus on identifying and providing treatment for people with mental health conditions, there are many additional opportunities for prevention, and WHEREAS, suicide claimed the lives of over 1,700 New Yorkers each year, and WHEREAS, the stigma associated with mental health and suicide works against suicide prevention by discouraging persons at risk from seeking life-saving help and further traumatizes survivors of suicide, and WHEREAS, local and state -side suicide prevention efforts should be encouraged and developed through collaboration and integration to the maximum extent possible, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Suicide Prevention Coalition endorses the Zero Suicide model as a framework for organizational commitment to safer suicide care in health and behavioral health care systems, and WHEREAS, suicides are preventable, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That Tompkins County hereby commits to the Zero Suicide model to reduce the number of people committing suicides, commit to sharing lessons learned with other counties to support a state-wide initiative and encourage all health and behavioral healthcare partners to participate in the Zero Suicide model, RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County resolves to utilize the comprehensive resources available through Zero Suicide to: Lead - Create a leadership -driven, safety -oriented culture committed to dramatically reducing suicide among people under care. Include survivors of suicide attempts and suicide loss in leadership and planning roles. Train - Develop a competent, confident, and caring workforce. Identify - Systematically identify and assess suicide risk among people receiving care. Engage - Ensure every individual has a pathway to care that is both timely and adequate to meet his or her needs. Include collaborative safety planning and restriction of lethal means. Treat - Use effective, evidence -based treatments that directly target suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Transition - Provide continuous contact and support, especially after acute care. Improve - Apply a data -driven quality improvement approach to inform system changes that will lead to improved patient outcomes and better care for those at risk. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I120 212 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-156: Authorization to Accept Grant and Contract for Substance Abuse Fund s - Mental Health Department (ID #7947) Public Health and Mental Health Commissioner, Frank Kruppa, explained the resolution and responded to questions that have come forward. Tompkins County is one out of 17 counties to receive this one-time funding. There will be a meeting next week with staff of the Sheriff's office and others to discuss what services can be provided at the Jail that is not already being done as required as part of this grant. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the State of New York has awarded one-time grant funding for the Mental Health Department to fund a range of treatment and transition services for jail -based substance use disorder services provided by service providers that could include social workers, case managers, recovery coaches, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists. This would also increase the capacity to create or expand: individual and group counseling, improved clinical assessments, relapse prevention, and transition planning, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Mental Health Department is authorized to accept said funds, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the grant, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: REVENUE: 4310.43089 Other State Aid: $156,000 APPROPRIATION: 4310.54442 Professional Services: $156,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Public Safety Committee Resolution No. 2018-157: Authorization to Adjust the Budget to Transfer fro m the General Fund Balance an Amount to Fund the Depa rtment o f Emergency Response Communication Equipment Ren ewal and Replacement Account, which has been Funded by the Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant During Fiscal Year 2017 (ID #7933) 213 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, Resolution 2018-5 anticipated and accepted receipt of a Statewide Interoperable Communications Grant (SICG), reimbursing the County for maintenance of Land Mobile Radio (LMR) components of the interoperable radio communications systems expended during Fiscal Year 2017, and WHEREAS, the intent of SICG is to assist the County in the sustainment, maintenance, and enhancement of interoperable communications, and the resulting fund balance shall be directed toward those purposes, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2018 Budget anticipated continued, annual reimbursement of similar expenses, and the Finance Director was authorized to amend and adjust the capital accounts as necessary to use such funding for ongoing capital improvements and replacements to the systems, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: A FUND - General Fund Increase Expense Account: A3411.54802 Contribution to Special Project $660,000 III FUND - FIRE & EMS FUND Communications System R&R Proiect: Increase Revenue Account: H13402.45031.34.02 Transfer in from General Fund $660,000 Increase Expense Account: H13402.52222.34.02 Communications Equipment $660,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-158: Adoption of Local La w No. 2 of 2018 — A Local Law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 — A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County (ID #7917) 214 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Tompkins County adopted Local Law No. 2 of 2015, to create the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program (also known as the Sustainable Energy Loan Program) utilizing the Energy Improvement Corporation (EIC), a local development corporation acting on behalf of the County, to provide Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing to assist qualified property owners who undertake energy -efficiency measures and install renewable energy systems, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on July 17, 2018, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2018, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has determined that the adoption of Local Law No. 2 of 2018 is in the public interest, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2018 - A Local Law to Modify Local Law No. 2 of 2015 - A Local Law to Establish a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County is hereby adopted, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law and shall within twenty days file one certified copy of the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 2018- 159: Authoriz ing an Am ended Municipal Agreement Between Tompkin s County and the Energy Improvement Corporation to Implement and Administer a Sustainable Energy Loan Program in Tompkins County (ID #7918) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, by Local Law No. 2 of 2015, Tompkins County created the Energize NY Benefit 215 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Financing Program (also known as the Sustainable Energy Loan Program) utilizing the Energy Improvement Corporation (EIC), a local development corporation acting on behalf of the County, to provide Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing to assist qualified property owners who undertake energy -efficiency measures and install renewable energy systems, and WHEREAS, in 2015 the County entered into a Municipal Agreement with EIC to administer the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program, and WHEREAS, New York State recently amended its PACE Law to make PACE financing more accessible to clean energy projects, and WHEREAS, by Local Law No. 2 of 2018, Tompkins County amended the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program to enable the changes made by New York State at the local level, and WHEREAS, an amended Municipal Agreement is required to establish the roles, responsibilities, and obligations of the EIC and the County in the administration of the amended Energize NY Benefit Financing Program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into an amended Municipal Agreement with the Energy Improvement Corporation that shall set forth the duties and obligations of each party in connection with the County's participation in the Energize NY Benefit Financing Program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Health and Human Services Resolution No. 2018-160: Adoption of Youth Services Advisory Board Bylaws (ID #7940) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Youth Services Board has updated and revised its bylaws to reflect current procedures, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the bylaws of the Tompkins County Youth Services Board be and hereby are approved, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of the revised bylaws shall be kept on file with the Clerk of the Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 216 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Champion reported on a recent Water Resources Council meeting she attended and the information shared on Harmful Algae Blooms (HABS) of which some were confirmed. This affects the community and tourists. Reports can be made and bloom testing done by the Community Science Institute but they are in emergency need of funding to continue testing as they lost funding from the Park Foundation. She also spoke concerning a Summit held yesterday and a statement by the U.S. President that he believed an enemy of foreign government more than his own government. She believes that statement was an act of treason. Anne Koreman said she has family in town and visited the Cat Cafe; she spoke of her experience and encouraged everyone to patronize the Cafe. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne extended congratulations to the Ithaca Asian American Association for continuing to sponsor the Finger Lakes International Dragon Boat Festival. Many people come from not only outside of Ithaca but out of the country. She also said GIAC hosted a dinner for a group of youth that came from the Caribbean Island and said how much they appreciated the niceness and friendliness of the Ithaca community. Ms. Kelles said she will be participating in the Women's Swimin event for the 7th time and is accepting sponsors. Last year the event raised $400,000 and all funds go directly to Hospicare and the services they provide. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced the Grassroots Festival and the Kitchen Theatre's one - minute play festival will take place this weekend. Mr. Lane spoke of the closure of the Vanguard printing factory in the Town of Dryden and said it comes on top of the loss of Hi -Speed Checkweigher that moved from our community without notice. What surprises him the most is after talking to staff from TCAD they didn't know very much about this closing other than times are getting bad for businesses that print written materials. This closure means 250 people in the County will not have good manufacturing jobs. He said the County needs to think about what it is doing in not only retaining but attracting businesses. He would like the Legislature to starting thinking seriously about how to improve economic development and how to create jobs here for people and better jobs. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson thanked Ms. Champion for her comments and said she too was very upset about the President's remarks concerning at the Summit and further stated that it is not a partisan issue. At this time there was discussion concerning Ms. Champion's concern she raised earlier in the meeting about Harmful Algae Blooms (HABS). Ms. Robertson said she received a call today from the Governor's office that the State of New York has filed a lawsuit against the Federal government over the new tax bill known as SALT. 217 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 She also stated there will be air service provided to Charlotte starting in December 2018 and if used enough more flights will be offered starting in 2019. Ithaca Metropolitan Planning Organization (ID # 7952) Ms. Robertson made the following appointment: Ithaca Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee Deborah Dawson, Alternate (no set term) Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino said he received the official Tax Cap numbers from the State Comptroller and Tompkins County's Tax Cap is 2% allowable growth which is higher than what was discussed at the Retreat and the highest since 2013. He cautioned that although this may bring additional municipal revenue there could also be offsets. He also reported he and Arnie Hendrix will be conferencing tomorrow with Kaleidoscope to receive the results of the Climate Survey. The first set of meetings with the implementation will be set up in August and he will provide more of an update at the next meeting. Government Operations Committee Resolution No. 2018- 161: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - County Administrator Movi ng Expenses (ID #7932) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget transfers from the contingent fund and between budgeting units require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, Administrative Manual Policy 03-07 allows for the reimbursement of new -hire, full- time staff for the actual cost of allowable moving expenses, not to exceed $3,000, and WHEREAS, in the process of bringing on the new County Administrator, the Department of County Administration has incurred and will further incur costs from reimbursing the new Administrator's allowable moving expenses up to the maximum of $3,000, for which funds were not previously appropriated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the 218 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 following appropriation within the 2018 Budget: FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund TO: 1230.54412 Travel and Training SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 $3,000 $3,000 Resolution No. 2018-162: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Creation of Position - County Administration (ID #7949) Mr. Molino explained over the last few months he has had time to see the demands of the office and organization and has had conversations with leadership teams and Legislators. He spoke about the great pool of candidates and how the search process identified more than one well-qualified candidate and how he believes two Deputies could best serve the organization. Ms. Robertson said when the Legislature thought about this second position last year, it was felt it had been way overdue and funding a second Deputy was approved in the Budget process. It has been impressive how the Mr. Molino has handled the workload as a new person in town and to this organization without any backup. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. Mr. Molino reviewed the process and said there was some excellent talent within the organization that fit the roles described in the job descriptions. He appreciates the Legislature's support and said these two candidates rose to the top because of their education and announced the appointments of Arnie Hendrix and Lisa Holmes as the two Deputy County Administrators. He will be working with them on transition plans and will work with them on transition plans for the department head positions they are vacating. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke of inclusion and what it means with helping employees reach their full potential. This is what we have been teaching from an inclusion perspective in the organization and congratulated Mr. Molino for a fine choice in hiring Arnie Hendrix and Lisa Holmes as the two Deputy County Administrators. RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 11 MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget transfers from the contingent fund and between budgeting units require Legislative approval, and 219 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, the Expanded Budget Committee of the Tompkins County Legislature included a 2018 Over Target Request, "Funding for Potential Organizational Changes in County Administration" (OTR No. 7), in its Tentative Budget via Amendment No. 3, on October 10, 2017, and subsequently adopted it as part of the 2018 Tompkins County Budget on November 9, 2017, thus setting aside $142,777 to support a potential staffing addition in County Administration, including a second Deputy County Administrator, and WHEREAS, the County Administrator has carefully evaluated the staffing needs of County Administration for leadership and coordination of cross -departmental initiatives and has concluded that a second Deputy County Administrator is warranted, and WHEREAS, the search for a new Deputy County Administrator has identified more than one excellent, qualified, and well-suited candidate, and WHEREAS, in bringing on a second Deputy County Administrator, the Department of County Administration will incur additional costs, not previously appropriated, for computer equipment, office furnishings, office supplies, membership dues, and travel/training, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the position of Deputy County Administrator, Job Code 4282, Management Grade 89, Exempt Class, be and hereby is created at 40 hours per week, effective immediately, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following appropriation within the 2018 Budget: FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund $154,119 TO: 1230.51000282 Deputy Co. Admin $97,886 1230.58800 Fringes $44,333 1230.52206 Computer Equipment $2,500 1230.52230 Computer Software $400 1230.54303 Office Supplies $800 1230.52214 Office Furnishings $2,200 1230.54416 Membership Dues $2,000 1230.54412 Travel/Training $4,000 RESOLVED, further, That the Fiscal Target for the Department of County Administration be increased to cover the ongoing costs of those expenses represented above—salary, fringes, office supplies, membership dues, travel/training, and scheduled replacement of computer hardware—in the amount of $154,955. SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:39 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:48 p.m. 220 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood reported both projects on the Airport are continuing and bids for Airport construction are already out. He and Mr. Hall, Airport Director, have been meeting weekly with the State Department of Transportation representatives and he expects environmental testing to begin next week. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder recognized and thanked Donna Shaw, Director of Accounting Services, for her work over the last seven months on closing out the books. The Budget Committee served as the audit committee this year and heard a presentation from the auditors and had a very good discussion. At this time, Mr. Snyder provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Annual Financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2017 and officially filed the full report with the Clerk of the Legislature. There was discussion on how to incorporate a Capital Program presentation into the budget process and Mr. Lane and Mr. Molino agreed to discuss that. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-163: Acceptan cc of Audit ed Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2017 (ID #7935) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Tompkins County entered into a contract for auditing services with Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP, for the purpose of conducting an external audit of the County's financial records for fiscal year 2017, and WHEREAS, the audit firm of Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP, has completed its audit of the financial statements of Tompkins County for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, and has presented the Financial Report to the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, and WHEREAS, the audit firm has opined that the 2017 financial statements contained in the Financial Report present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position and the results of operations of Tompkins County as of, and for, the year presented in the Financial Report, and WHEREAS, the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee has reviewed the Financial Report, discussed the Financial Report in depth with the audit firm, and is now recommending to the Legislature the acceptance of the 2017 Financial Report, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the 221 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 audited Tompkins County Financial Report for the period ended December 31, 2017, is hereby accepted. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the Committee met and had a discussion about the website refresh project proposal and explained what it included. In September, the Committee will make a final decision on what the website will look like and County Legislators are encouraged to provide input as requested in an e-mail that was sent out. Ms. Robertson asked Mr. Klein to request the e-mail be resent. The Committee also discussed reimbursement expenses to legislators for parking and mileage; that discussion will continue at the next meeting. There was also an update on Census and a status report of the Local Update of Census Addresses (LUCA), which tells the government the addresses in Tompkins County. Mr. Potter believes we are the first county in the State to submit this. The next meeting will be August 2nd; the Committee will be discussing the Local Boards of Assessment Review. Planning. Development, and Environmental Oualitv Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be July 23rd and the Committee will hear presentations on what the Food Policy Council is and Cooperative Extension's Water -related programming. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on July 10th and spent most of the meeting discussing the Audit and the resolution recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day. There was a discussion of Direct Report evaluations. Binders are being compiled and will be provided to all Legislators. The next meeting will be August 14th. He briefly reported on the budget presentation from the Tompkins County Public Library for Legislators. He said TC3, TCAT, and the Library go through a lot of planning to provide the Legislature with a presentation and said he was disappointed that only three Legislators attended the Library's presentation. He hopes there will be better attendance at next year's presentation as well as the TCAT and TC3 presentations. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee will not meet in July. She called attention to the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee magnets and read what inclusion means in the County workplace: "Inclusion is about all of us and is described as a sense of belonging: feeling respected or valued for who you are, feeling the support and commitment from co-workers and supervisors so that you can do your best work and reach your full potential". The 222 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 next meeting will be in August. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday and had an update on the initiatives at the City including the CIITAP program that includes a provision for affordable housing. The Committee also heard a report about condo developments and discussed the different types of ownership opportunities. The Committee will next meet on August 20th. Public Safetv Committee Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be August 1St. He reported that he and Mr. Molino had an interesting meeting with the City on their plans for a police department. Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, reported the next meeting will be August 12th at 5 p.m. and will have an update on the Office of Human Rights by Interim Director Ken Clark and County Attorney Jonathan Wood. Resolution No. 2018- 164: Resolution to support Immigran is and Refu gees who Live within Tompkins County, while Noting that the Separating of Children from Parents at the United States/Mexico Border is Inhumane (ID #7962) Ms. Kelles explained her amendments that were accepted as friendly. Mr. Sigler said he was prepared to support the resolution approved by Committee, but the amendments change the resolution significantly and he can longer support it. Ms. Kelles further explained that a local lawyer that was a cowriter of the Public Safety for All resolution shared her research about the statement and the act of being on U.S. land is not illegal if someone is asked for their nationality and asked to present papers. The additional information in the resolution comes from immigration lawyers who are working in border areas and she said it provides details of what is happening so we understand youth are still being separated and their time in detention is being extended. She explained that she didn't' have the information at the time the Committee met but wanted to bring it forward for this meeting to be considered. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, to Call the Question. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 13, Noes - 1 (Legislator Robertson). THE QUESTION WAS CALLED. RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 31 MOVER: Henry Granison, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Martha Robertson NAYS: David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler 223 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, Tompkins County commits to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming community recognizing the inherent equality and human dignity of ALL people, and WHEREAS, racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, homophobia, and religious persecution of any kind threaten public safety and the peaceful foundations of a civilized society, and WHEREAS, in 2017, the Tompkins County Legislature declared itself a Safe, Inclusive Government for all Persons in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the Department of Justice has adopted a "zero tolerance" policy toward individuals apprehended at the border, which calls for the prosecution of all migrants entering the United States outside of ports of entry and the resulting forced separation of many children from their families, and WHEREAS, the mere fact of being present in the United States without authorization, by itself, does not constitute a crime, and WHEREAS, the inhumane application of immigration laws including criminal prosecution for crossing the border as undocumented immigrants and adding charges of smuggling their own children into the country resulting in the separation of loved ones from each other and their communities, especially children from parents and caretakers, undermines the integrity of families and is contrary to the best interest of children, and WHEREAS, the new policy establishes that for parents and caregivers who are processed in the criminal court system and held in federal jails, their children will be classified as unaccompanied minors and housed in shelters awaiting placement with a US -based adult who can assume their care and if the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) cannot locate a US -based adult able to care for the child, the child will stay in federal custody, separated from family, indefinitely, and WHEREAS, ORR has agreed to share all data about individuals who come forward to care for children with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, and WHEREAS, ICE can now use this data from ORR in order to identify, detain, and in many cases deport immigrants, and WHEREAS, this ICE practice is deterring family members and relatives from coming forward to take both children who have come into the country unaccompanied or those who have been separated from family members into their care and this significantly extends the duration of time children are held in shelters separated from loved ones, and WHEREAS, the increased scrutiny of background checks and addition of cumbersome administrative tasks to the vetting process by ORR as well as the requirement of the head of ORR to sign the release of any and every child from containment facilities and shelters is being used, significantly increasing the length of time that children are being held before being released into the custody of relatives or foster care, and WHEREAS, the number of children in government custody has grown by nearly 2,000 over the time period from April 19 through May 31, shelters for migrant children are reportedly at 95 percent capacity, and the federal government is preparing to add potentially thousands of beds in the coming weeks to accommodate the rising number of detained children, and 224 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo has estimated that there are as many as 700 children in New York State who were separated from their parents after they crossed into the United States and their parents were jailed, and WHEREAS, many of these families are fleeing violence in their home countries, and it is inhumane to punish them for seeking safety and invoking their right to seek asylum, and WHEREAS, immigrants, refugees, and racial, ethnic, and religious minorities make ongoing contributions to the economic, cultural, and spiritual prosperity of our community at the local, state, and national level, including those who have sacrificed in defense of the United States as members of the armed forces, and WHEREAS, citizens and people of good -will alike have lifted their voices in righteous moral opposition to separating families and detaining thousands of children in cages, tents, and "tender age" shelters, and have condemned the use of these children as bargaining chips for Congressional action, and are calling for the immediate reunification of families and release from detention, and WHEREAS, we believe in the dignity and worth of all humans, and as elected representatives of the people, have a special responsibility to speak out loudly in the face of dehumanizing anti -immigrant rhetoric and to act against actions that tear families apart, and WHEREAS, on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, the President issued an executive order reversing the federal policy of separating children from their families at the southern international border, but many families remain separated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That we as the Tompkins County Legislature stand alongside our immigrant neighbors and residents and oppose the practice of family separation and the detention of children as well as all inhumane practices established by our federal government to further the duration of family separation, RESOLVED, further, That we call on our leaders in Washington D.C., including Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, and Congressman Tom Reed to oppose this practice of family separation and support legislation that honors the dignity of all. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-165: Authorizing Acceptance of Raise the Age-related `Anchor County' Role (ID #7951) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler 225 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 WHEREAS, New York State's initiative to "Raise the Age" of criminal responsibility will apply to 16 -year-olds on October 1st, with the second stage for 17-year-olds commencing October 1st of 2019, and WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) wishes to provide financial support to the voluntary agencies creating "Raise the Age" (RTA) care and treatment slots, but lacks the capacity to contract with and process payments to them all, and is therefore seeking "anchor counties" which already contract with those agencies for foster care to act as conduits for those State funds, and WHEREAS, the State has asked Tompkins County to act as the "anchor county" for the William George Agency for Children and the Children's Home of Wyoming Conference, and WHEREAS, the State will advance $1,751,363 to cover one-time lump -sum payments for those agencies' start-up costs which it has already approved, and WHEREAS, the State, in recognition that the supply of placement slots may for a time exceed demand, has agreed to pay these agencies for their "empty bed dates", an `Anchor County' must a) process one payment for that purpose to each agency each month, for a combined monthly total of up to $714,037, and b) submit a voucher to the State for 100% reimbursement of those payments, and WHEREAS, the State has committed to cover 100% of the cost of a 0.5 FTE position to perform the above work, and committed likewise to a reimbursement schedule guaranteeing that the County never has more than 3 months' worth of the expenditures awaiting reimbursement, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Departments of Administration, Finance, and Social Services, having participated together in conference calls and correspondence with OCFS, agree both that it is in the County's interest to support the creation of placement options for our community's youth covered by RTA and that the latter department is best suited to administer this role, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Department of Social Services is authorized to modify its foster care agreements with the two agencies named above, using a model contract addendum provided by OCFS to reflect the RTA `anchor county' role, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance shall make the following adjustments to Social Services' 2018 Budget, to cover through the end of the year: Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $3,292,846 6010.51000529 Senior Account Clerk Typist $ 10,047 6010.58800 Fringes $ 4,550 Revenue: 6010.43610 State: Social Services Admin $3,307,443 RESOLVED, further, That future budgets will reflect our commitment to acting as an anchor county and when possible reflect projected pass-through monies. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 226 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be July 19th Resolution No. 2018-166: Budget Adjustment to Transfer from the Highway Fund B alance and Amend the Capital Pro gram - CR 119, Coddin gton Road Highway Safety Improvements at Burns Road and East King Road Intersections, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24 (ID #7913) Ms. Black asked when the work would begin for this project; Mr. McKenna said he would have to look into that questions. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 11 of 2005 and various subsequent resolutions, approving reconstruction of County Road 119, Coddington Road, at its intersections with Burns Road (County Road 116) and East King Road (County Road 179), (the Project) and authorizing funding agreements with the State of New York, the Tompkins County Legislature has demonstrated its commitment and interest in advancing the Project, and WHEREAS, the County has included the Project in its Capital Program since 2004, and WHEREAS, during various stages of the Project, the County progressed the Project without the ability for reimbursement; combined with Federal Highway De -obligation of Funds created a larger local share in the amount of $211,195 (Amount A), and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 67 adopted on March 20, 2018, made the sum of $1,371,000 available within the Coddington Road Capital Project Account to cover the cost of participation in the construction phase of the Project, with the federal and state governments committing to reimburse 97.5% of this amount, and WHEREAS, the low bid for construction exceeded the amount available in the Coddington Road Capital Project Account and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) by $513,480 (Amount B), and WHEREAS, the amount of $724,675 (Amount A and Amount B combined) is the total local funding needed to progress the Project, and WHEREAS, the Highway Division (D Fund) has an adequate unassigned fund balance to cover 227 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 the shortage, and WHEREAS, financial implications will be such that the Highway Fund Balance will be reduced by up to $724,675, depending on actual expenditures, and the total project cost shares would be Federal $2,003,211 (65.9%), State $183,715 (6.0%), and County $854,514 (28.1%) (this includes the $129,839 local share previously allocated plus the additional funding amount of $724,675); total project cost is $3,041,440 (100.0%), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the 2018-22 Capital Program be amended to reflect a total project cost for the Coddington Road Reconstruction Project of $3,041,440 and to reflect a funding contribution of $724,675 from Tompkins County, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be, and hereby is, authorized to allocate as follows $724,675 in fiscal year 2018 from the Road (Highway) Fund Balance, as needed, to Coddington Road Capital Account (HZ5103.59239.53.08): HZ FUND - HIGHWAY FACILITIES AND PROJECTS Incr. Revenue Account: HZ5103.45035.53.08 - Interfund (D) .................................................... $724,675 Incr. Expense Account: HZ5103.59239.53.08 - Coddington Rd. Reconstruction Project........... $724,675 D FUND - COUNTY ROAD Incr. Expense Account: D5110.54802 - Contribution to Construction ................................................ $724,675 SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Resolution No. 2018- 167: Award of Bid — CR 119, Coddington Road Highway Safety Improvements at Burns Road and East King Road Inters ections, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24 (ID #7915) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Resolution No. 11 of 2005 and various subsequent resolutions approved reconstruction of County Road 119, Coddington Road, at its intersections with Burns Road (County Road 116) and East King Road (County Road 179), (the Project), in the Town of Ithaca, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 67 adopted on March 20, 2018, authorized an agreement with the State of New York whereby Federal and State sources will furnish major funding participation in the 228 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, July 17, 2018 construction phase of the Project, and WHEREAS, the Department of Finance - Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids to construct the Project, and WHEREAS, two (2) bids were received and publicly opened on May 31, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the bid be awarded to R. B. Robinson Contracting, Inc., of Candor, NY, lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $1,723,479.45, pending approval by the New York State Department of Transportation, RESOLVED, further, That the Highway Department be authorized to implement this bid and execute change orders with total values not to exceed 10% of the aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Coddington Road Capital Account (HZ5103.59239.53.08). SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee had a meeting and representatives from Lyft attended; no one was present from Uber. He said concerns from the cab companies were shared and he is expecting a response from Lyft about those concerns. He commented that he heard from a former Legislator, Frank Proto, concerning the Airport projects and his request that thought be given to the architectural integrity of the building. The next meeting will be August 3rd. Minutes of Previous Meeting July 3, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Unfinished Business At this time, Ms. Robertson and the Legislature expressed their congratulations to Chief Deputy Clerk on her upcoming marriage and presented her with a gift. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m. 229 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 8-21-18 Tuesday, August 7, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present McBean-Clairborne Member Present -Leslyn David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Excused Michael Sigler Member Present Proclamation Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read and presented a proclamation to Kirby Edmonds, Senior Fellow and Program Coordinator of the Dorothy Cotton Institute acknowledging Dr. Dorothy Foreman Cotton's unyielding service to humanity and expressing the Legislature's admiration for "the seriousness and devotion with which [she] held [her] noble charge," words that she said to Dr. King in a telegram acknowledging his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. The proclamation also urged all Tompkins County residents to remember the many contributions Dr. Dorothy Cotton made to the civil rights movement and to the cause of social justice and equality here in Tompkins County, work that inspired hope, justice, and revived love for humanity in our hearts not just locally but across the nation and around the world. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also announced a celebration of Dorothy Cotton's life will be held on August 11th at Bailey Hall, Cornell University. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Kelsey and Joe Fiori, Ithaca residents, spoke concerning their new community solar program, Nexamp, and the importance of community engagement. Report from a Municipal Official(s) 230 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 George McGonigal, City of Ithaca Common Council member, said Common Council did not meet in August. He provided road construction project updates and said the upper East State Street work is complete and the lower East State Street work is underway. A project that will soon begin is at the intersection of Stone Quarry and Spencer Road. The West State Street configuration is underway and making progress. Four proposals have been received for the Green Street parking garage project but have not been discussed by the City yet. Presentation on the Airport Project Mr. Molino said the project has been moving fast and the timeline and speed it moves is controlled by the State. Weekly meetings are being held to discuss the project and to address the $8 million funding gap; he will provide the Legislature with regular updates. Mr. Hall provided a PowerPoint presentation and a status update on the Airport's Capital Project. He said Phase I should be completed by the end of August and Phase II by the end of June 2019. Phase I - Main Terminal bids were opened on August 3, 2018; Phase 2 - Geothermal plus concourse - bids will be advertised in early 2019; and Phase 3 - Solar and Customs - bids will be advertised in early 2019 Ms. Borgella provided an update on efforts she has undertaken concerning energy and alternatives to a pipeline as it relates to the Airport project and announced a meeting will be held with NYSERDA, NYSEG, and the Public Service Commission. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Kelles had no Chair's report or appointments. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Dawson said the local WENY Channel will be on the air as of August 30th. She congratulated everyone for their work on this. They cannot carry current network programming but are committed to making this work. Ms. Koreman expressed appreciation to Nexamp representatives for speaking with municipalities and encouraged everyone to consider signing up for solar and saving 10%. Mr. Lane called attention to the "Language of War" that was written by Carol Kammen, County Historian, to give an idea of what was happening around Tompkins County during the Civil War. It will be distributed to libraries and other historical entities. He also spoke about Legislators attending meetings and the Legislature staff tracking who comes and who doesn't. Questions have come up in the past about what constitutes being excused from a meeting and read a letter from Legislator Dan Klein's mother excusing him from a Committee meeting. In jest, he said it is always acceptable when a Legislator is excused by their mother. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne commented that people miss meetings for very legitimate and meaningful reasons. She recalled when the Ithaca Journal published Legislator's attendance. Everyone takes it seriously and takes a lot of time and effort into attending meetings. She shared last year that community leaders of color were working with TO and the TO Foundation to start a scholarship program for treatment services programs for African-American, Latino, and Hispanic citizens. There are 231 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 four students going through TC3 with a commitment to work in Tompkins County. With the help of the Park Foundation TC3 is able to offer the program again in January. On August 13`h at Cultivare an informational session will be held and she encouraged people to apply and consider this kind of work in Tompkins County. Ms. Kelles announced the Women Swimmin' event will be held on August 11th; all proceeds go directly to Hospicare. She also announced on September 8th the Aids for ride around Cayuga Lake will take place; she invited others to join her. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino provided Legislators a copy of the 2018 Climate Workplace survey results. Overall there was a good review and it also provides opportunities for growth. The next stage is to convene focus groups of Legislators and Department Heads to identify some underlying themes and develop a strategic plan. He will be going out in September and October to meet with departments in the hope to reach all employees. The process will move into developing an implementation team that will include representation of all different types of employees from the organization. Mr. Molino praised the work of Mike Hall and Katie Borgella for the relationships they have built through the Airport project and the Legislature's support. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood had no report. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder provided an update on the 2018 Sales Tax Distribution Summary for the month of June and the second quarterly report. June Sales Tax Report (ID#8002) RESULT: C OMPLETED Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Mr. Klein was granted permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Setting the Income Limits for Persons with Disabilities and Limited Incomes and Persons Sixty -Five Years of Age or Older with Limited Incomes - Real Property Tax Exemptions. There were no resolutions added to the agenda. Consent Agenda 232 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Robertson Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 7990) Environmental Management Council Jonathan Zisk - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Youth Services Board Jennifer Dean - Town of Groton; representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Karlem Sivira Gimenez - City of Ithaca representative; term expires December 31, 2020 Resolution No. 201 8-168: Authorization to Apply for New York State Assistance Payments for Farmland Protection Implementati on Project Funding to Hold a Conservation Easement on Jerry Dell Farm in the Town of Dryden (ID #7978) WHEREAS, it is in the interest of Tompkins County and its residents to support farm operations and protect valuable agricultural resources for their contribution to the local economy, as a local source of food and other products, and as an important contributor to the quality of life in rural communities, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County and local municipalities have utilized funds from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Farmland Protection Implementation Program, Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) Program, over the past several years to permanently protect over 2,200 acres of important agricultural resources on four separate farms, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board supports the 99 acres of Jerry Dell Farms on Route 13, in the Town of Dryden, as a high priority farm for protection through the use of 2018 PDR funding, and WHEREAS, the Jerry Dell Farm is located in an area designated as an Agricultural Resources Focus Area, so designated as one area with the best agricultural soils and a high concentration of contiguous, actively farmed parcels of land, in the 2015 Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan which is a priority area for protection, and WHEREAS, the Town of Dryden's Comprehensive Plan identified the goal of preserving the Town's most viable agricultural land, and WHEREAS, the owner of Jerry Dell Farms has expressed interest in applying for PDR funding to assist in protecting his farmland, and WHEREAS, should funding be received, Tompkins County will work with the involved agencies in conducting a State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) for the project prior to implementation, now therefore be it 233 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee, That Tompkins County be authorized to support the submission of a Farmland Protection Implementation Project grant to the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets on behalf of Jerry Dell Farm. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 21 Resolution No. 2018-169: Award of 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation Funding (ID #7977) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan on September 18, 2012, and WHEREAS, this plan identifies the enhancement of downtown Ithaca as a hub of visitor activity and the expansion of meetings, conferences, and group tours as two goals, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a dedicated funding source for implementing the 2020 Strategic Tourism Plan, known as the Strategic Tourism Implementation fund, and WHEREAS, a previous feasibility study conducted in 2017 indicated that a downtown conference center could be viable and provide economic benefits to the county, and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has voted to recommend funding in full for the project under consideration, and WHEREAS, Strategic Tourism Implementation funding exists within the hotel room occupancy tax -funded Tourism Program budget for 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following project is awarded 2018 Strategic Tourism Implementation funding: RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign any agreements pertaining to the aforementioned project. SEQR ACTIONS: TYPE II -21 Resolution No. 2018-170: Acceptance of Snowmobile Trail Grant (ID #7980) WHEREAS, Tompkins County through its Planning and Sustainability Department has agreed to be the pass through agency for funds awarded by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP) for the purpose of funding trail maintenance by local snowmobile clubs, and 234 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 WHEREAS, the funds will be used by local snowmobile clubs to maintain 102 miles of existing trails in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, grant funds have been awarded in the amount of $31,294.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County hereby accepts funds in the amount of $31,294.00 from the New York State OPRHP, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -1 Resolution No. 2018-171: Authorizing 2018-3 Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Grant Application for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) and Tompkins County (ID #7983) WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5307 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 Urban Formula program, with responsibilities to propose FTA -funded projects to the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (I-TCTC) (after coordinating with public transportation providers) and to select projects from the I-TCTC Transportation Improvement Program for inclusion in FTA grants, and WHEREAS, the FTA fund sources for the 2018-3 Section 5307 Grant are as follows: 2017 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding Balance $ 804,916 2018 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding Allocation $ 1,900,806 Total Federal Transit Funds $ 2,705,722 WHEREAS, the County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.), agreed to the projects selected for inclusion in the 2018-3 grant from I-TCTC's 2017-2021 Transportation Improvement Program, as amended, and WHEREAS, the County will receive and use said FTA funds as follows: TCAT Projects Federal State TCAT County/ Total Local Operating Assistance $ 829,000 $ 2,870,749 $ 4,871,507 -0- $ 8,571,256 Preventative $ 1,159,121 $ 91,554 $ 91,554 -0- $ 1,342,229 235 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Maintenance Federal State TCAT County/ Total Short Term Transit Planning (Part 2) $ 148,640 $ 18,580 $ 18,580 -0- $ 185,800 Computer Hardware $ 100,824 $ 12,603 $ 12,604 -0- $ 126,031 Computer Software $ 11,280 $ 1,410 $ 1,410 -0- $ 14,100 Shop Truck $ 63,200 $ 7,900 $ 7,900 -0- $ 79,000 Subtotal TCAT Projects $ 2,312,065 $ 3,002,796 $ 5,003,555 -0- $10,318,416 County Projects Federal State TCAT County/ Total Local Program $ 80,061 $ 10,008 -0- $ 10,008 $ 100,076 Administration - County (2017-18) Mobility $ 131,745 $ 16,468 -0- $ 16,468 $ 164,681 Management - County (2017-18) Mobility $ 70,651 $ 8,831 -0- $ 20,018 $ 99,500 Management - County SCMP (2017-18) Mobility $ 3,500 $ 438 -0- $ 14,062 $ 18,000 Management - Rideshare Operating $ 107,700 $ 55,000 -0- $ 52,700 $ 215,400 Assistance - County SCMP (2017-18) Subtotal County $ 393,657 $ 90,745 -0- $ 86,780 $ 597,658 Projects Total All Projects $ 2,705,722 $ 3,093,541 $ 5,003,555 $ 86,780 $ 10,916,074 , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or his designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2018-3 Section 5307 Grant with a total budget of $10,916,074 including Federal, New York State, TCAT, Tompkins County ($26,476) and other local sources, and RESOLVED, further, the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign: 1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 236 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project. 3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT, Inc., Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and any third -party subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-172: Authorizing 2018-2 Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Gran t Application for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) and Tompkins County (ID #7982) WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5307 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 Urban Formula program, with responsibilities to propose FTA -funded projects to the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (I-TCTC) (after coordinating with public transportation providers) and to select projects from the I-TCTC Transportation Improvement Program for inclusion in FTA grants, and WHEREAS, the FTA fund sources for the 2018-2 Section 5307 Grant are as follows: 2018 Sec 5311 Rural Formula transfer to Sec 5707 Urban Formula Funding $ 2,705,524 2018 Sec 5311 Appalachian Operating Assistance transfer to 5307 Urban Formula Funding $ 23,000 2013 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Balance $ 104,200 Total Federal Transit Funds $ 2,832,724 WHEREAS, the County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.), agreed to the projects selected for inclusion in the 2018-2 grant from I-TCTC's 2017-2021 Transportation Improvement Program, as amended, and WHEREAS, the County will receive and use said FTA funds as follows: Federal State TCAT Other Total Local Rural Replacement $1,440,000 $ 180,000 $180,000 -0- $ 1,800,000 Buses (qty 4) Facility Rehab $ 78,991 $ 9,874 $ 9,874 -0- $ 98,739 Rural Bus Stops & $ 238,240 $ 29,780 $ 29,780 -0- $ 297,800 Shelters 237 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Preventative $ 104,200 $ 13,025 $ 13,025 -0- $ 130,250 Maintenance 2018 Operating $ 513,500 $1,548,220 $3,193,683 -0- $ 5,255,403 Assistance Subtotal TCAT $2,374,931 $1,780,899 $3,426,362 -0- $ 7,582,192 Projects Federal State TCAT Other Total Local Mobility $ 275,122 $ 34,390 -0- $ 34,390 $ 343,902 Management- Way2Go County Rural (2018-19) Mobility $ 159,671 $ 19,959 -0- $ 19,959 $ 199,589 Management- Way2Go Regional Rural (2018-19) Operating $ 23,000 -0- -0- $ 23,000 $ 46,000 Assistance - Rideshare 2018-19 Subtotal County $ 457,793 $ 54,349 -0- $ 54,349 $ 589,491 Projects Total All Projects $2,832,724 $1,835,248 $3,426,362 $ 54,349 $ 8,171,683 , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or his designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2018-2 Section 5307 Grant with a total budget of $8,171,683including Federal, New York State, TCAT, and other local sources, and sign: RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby authorized to 1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project. 3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT, Inc., Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and any third -parry subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 238 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-173: Authorizing 2018-4 Federal Transit Administration Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Grant Application fo r Tompkin s Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.) (ID #7981) WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5339 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5309 Bus and Bus Facilities program, with responsibilities to propose FTA -funded projects to the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (I-TCTC) (after coordinating with public transportation providers) and to select projects from the I-TCTC Transportation Improvement Program for inclusion in FTA grants, and WHEREAS, the FTA fund sources for the 2018-4 Section 5339 Grant are as follows: 2015 Sec 5339 Bus & Bus Facilities Funding Balance $ 27,666 2016 Sec 5339 Bus & Bus Facilities Funding Allocation $ 229,005 2017 Sec 5339 Bus & Bus Facilities Funding Allocation (Partial) $ 107,329 Total Federal Transit Funds $ 364,000 WHEREAS, the County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.), agreed to the projects selected for inclusion in the 2018-4 grant from I-TCTC's 2017-2021 Transportation Improvement Program, as amended, and WHEREAS, the County will receive and use said FTA funds as follows: TCAT Project I Federal State TCAT Total Purchase (1) Replacement 40 FT Transit Bus $364,000 $ 45,500 $ 45,500 $ 455,000 , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2018-4 Section 5339 Grant with a total budget of $455,000 including Federal, New York State, and TCAT sources, and RESOLVED, further, the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign: 1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project. 239 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and TCAT, Inc., and any third -party subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-174: Designation of Tourism Promotion Agency for State (ID #8004) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability in its administrative function for tourism matters is qualified to recommend the appropriate agency for official Tourism Promotion Agency (TPA) designation, and WHEREAS, the executive committee of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board has reviewed the matter with appropriate agency representatives, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has historically been a gateway to the Finger Lakes region of New York State and experiences significant economic benefit from tourism as a result, and WHEREAS, to obtain certain New York State funding, counties must designate a TPA, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a contract with the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce for the period of January 1, 2016, through December 31, 2018, to provide destination marketing services for Tompkins County through the Ithaca Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau (ITCCVB), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendations of the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce and its Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention and Visitor's Bureau (ITCCVB) be granted the official TPA designation for Tompkins County for State Fiscal Year 2018-2019, RESOLVED, further, That the President & CEO or the Vice President, Tourism & Community Relations of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce report to the appropriate Legislative Committee if change occurs in state tourism funding requirements. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-175: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement Nos. 7 & 8 with C&S Compan ies for Design and Construction Contract Administration and Full Ti me Construction Observation Services fo r the Gate 2 Passenger Boarding Bridge Installation Pro ject - Ithaca Tom pkins Regional Airport (ID #7971) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for design and bidding services as well as the construction observation and administration services of the Gate 2 Passenger Boarding Bridge at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 7 & 8 with C&S Companies of 240 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Syracuse, New York, for Gate 2 Passenger Boarding Bridge - Design and Bidding Services and Construction Observation and Administration is estimated to cost $183,000, (Agreement #7 $85,000 Agreement #8 $98,000), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 7 & 8 with C&S Companies for Design and Bidding Services and Construction Observation and Administration of the Gate 2 Passenger Boarding Bridge in the amount of $183,000.00 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $164,700 New York State Grant (5%) $ 9,150 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $ 9,150 TOTAL AMOUNT $183,000 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-176: Final Payment — Brid ge Painting — Salmon Creek Road Bridge (BIN 3210100) Over Salmon Creek -Town of Lansing (ID #7968) WHEREAS, Niagara Coatings Services, Inc., of Niagara Falls, New York, has completed their contract to our satisfaction with all closeout documents submitted and satisfactory, and with all work done within budget for the painting of the bridge carrying Salmon Creek Road over the Salmon Creek (BIN 3210100), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the following final claim against the County of Tompkins, be paid: Vendor Payment Request Account No. Amount Niagara Coatings Services, Inc. 3 (Final) HZ 5120.59239.51.20 $9,673.90 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. HZ 5120.59239.51.20, Bridge Improvements Capital Account. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 Resolution No. 2018- 177: Final Pa yment — Bridge Reconstruction - Gam a Farm Road (BIN 3209880) Over Cascadilla Creek, Town of Ithaca (ID #7967) WHEREAS, Economy Paving Company, Inc., of Cortland, New York, has completed its contract to the satisfaction of Tompkins County with all closeout documents submitted and satisfactory, and with all work done within budget, and with one change order for ($23,262.79), a reduction in cost, for the 241 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Game Farm Road Bridge (3209880) Replacement Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the following final claim against the County of Tompkins, be paid: Vendor Payment Account No. Amount Request Economy Paving 5 (Final) HZ 5315.59239.53.15 $47,691.40 Co., Inc. RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. HZ 5315.59239.53.15. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 Resolution No. 2018-178: Extend Service Contract with Town of Covert - Assessment Function (ID #7953) WHEREAS, Tompkins County and the Town of Covert are empowered to enter into a joint services agreement whereby Tompkins County will provide appraisal services, exemption services, and assessment services to the Town of Covert pursuant to section 1537 of the Real Property Tax Law and Article 5-G of the General Municipal Law, and WHEREAS, both Tompkins County and the Town of Covert have determined that an agreement pursuant to section 1537 of the Real Property Tax Law and Article 5-G of the General Municipal Law is advantageous to both the County and Town providing opportunity for a more equitable assessment roll, and WHEREAS under Resolution 2014-26 Tompkins County had begun to provide the services under a one-year trial basis, and WHEREAS, this one year agreement was extended for three years in 2015, WHEREAS, Seneca County is not in the position to offer such services to the towns within its boundaries, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County and the Town of Covert wish to extend this agreement for four more years, and WHEREAS, the residents of the Town of Covert have had access to a full-time assessment office while still paying for a part-time assessor salary, and WHEREAS, the revenue to be received is approximately (based upon the 2018 parcel count) for 2019 ($25,329), 2020 ($25,838), 2021 ($26,347), and 2022 ($26,872), and WHEREAS, this agreement will further the coordination and cooperation between government entities in furtherance of Governor Andrew Cuomo's agenda of increasing municipal shared services, 242 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the County Legislature directs the County Administrator to sign a four year (through the 2022 assessment roll) agreement to provide assessment function to the Town of Covert. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee heard a report at its last meeting about work being done by the Water Resources Council and the Department of Planning and Sustainability. The Committee discussed Federal grants and learned from Dwight Mengel, Senior Transportation Planner, that a certain amount of money is given to small communities and cities. It is evaluated on a six factor system and if at any point the Federal government takes away this funding program the County would lose a significant amount of funding. She noted the Committee will be meeting next on August 28th at 2 p.m. Resolution No. 2018-179: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authoriz ation to Execute Contract for Funding Community Science Institute to Perform Harmful Algal Blooms Laboratory Testing (ID #7987) This resolution as adopted by a short roll vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) can contain algal species that can produce toxins, and WHEREAS, there were twenty-four suspicious algal blooms identified in Cayuga Lake in 2017 and eighteen suspicious bloom reports since July 2 this year, and WHEREAS, the Community Science Institute (CSI), the Cayuga Lake Watershed Network (CLWN) and the Floating Classroom have set up a network of "HABs Harrier" volunteers to patrol the Cayuga Lake shoreline from mid-July through September and collect samples of any suspicious algal blooms they observe and bring them to the CSI lab for processing, and WHEREAS, rapid turnaround of test results serves to reduce uncertainty and fear on the part of the general public and to give people the information they need to evaluate the risks associated with specific suspicious blooms, and 243 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 WHEREAS, the CSI lab is certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to conduct analysis of cyanobacteria samples that can cost $150 to $200 per sample just for the test kits and supplies, and WHEREAS, CSI has received a $5,000 emergency grant from the Park Foundation to help cover the costs of lab testing, and WHEREAS, CSI has requested financial support in the amount of $4,150 from Tompkins County to cover the cost of test kits and supplies for August and September, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute a contract with CSI to conduct analyses of cyanobacteria samples from Cayuga Lake, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following appropriation in the 2018 Budget: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $4,150 TO: A8027.54442 Professional Services $4,150 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-18 Budget, Cauital, and Personnel Committee M. Lane, Chair, said the Committee will be meeting on August 14th and will be discussing the Direct Report evaluations and membership to the TC3 Board of Trustees. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, said the Committee continues to talk about the Climate Survey and developing next steps. Housing Committee Mr. Sigler, Vice Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on August 20th Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met August I st and heard a report on the Re -Entry program. It is too early to tell what the ultimate impact of the program will be but it looks positive as to the impact the program will have on the Jail population. He explained the history of the Jail variance being revoked and that the Jail population has been way down. The Jail was built in 1986 and has not had a substantial capital program since then. There is a need to do some things in the Jail to improve the building condition, kitchen, and to make sure there is enough program space. In prior years there was always a bump in the Jail population in July and it was directly related to Grassroots. However, he commended people working on Grassroots and said that did not happen this year. The Committee heard a report from 244 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 an Ithaca Police Officer who spoke about how valuable the community service position filled by Tam] Baker has been. Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, said the has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will next meet on August 15th and will receive an update on the Office of Human Rights. She also announced they are accepting applications for the Human Rights Commission. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee on July 19th and discussed the resolutions approved as reflected on the agenda. The Committee also received a highway status report. Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on September 7th. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, said the resolution that was withdrawn earlier this evening was not out of concept, but further work needed to improve clarity. The Committee discussed the updating of Administrative Manual Policies and the process for bringing forward policy changes. Consideration is being given to suspending Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Reviews. Only 17 people across the County participated last year. There would still be plenty of ways for taxpayers to challenge their assessment. This proposal is being presented to the Tompkins County Council of Governments for discussion and feedback. If this moves forward the County Charter will need to be amended. The Committee will next meet on September 19th and will be discussing the County's website refresh proposal. He encouraged individual Legislators who have comments on the website to let him know. Resolution No. 2018-180: Creation of an Histor ical Comm ission and Adoption of Bylaws (ID #7988) The following amendment by Ms. Dawson was accepted friendly: add to Article II, Section 1, at the end of the first paragraph the following "...plus twelve (12) Commissioners, at least one shall be a County Legislator. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the County Historian has determined a need for the creation of a Tompkins County Historical Commission as an advisory to the County Legislature on all historical matters relevant to 245 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the purpose of the Commission would be to advise the Legislature and County Historian on matters relating to all facets of the history of Tompkins County, including but not limited to commemorations, events, monuments, historical publications, and grant opportunities, and to undertake such additional related duties as may be requested by the Legislature, and WHEREAS, bylaws for the Commission have been prepared for consideration by the Legislature, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That an Historical Commission is hereby created and the bylaws of the Historical Commission be and hereby are approved, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of the bylaws shall be kept on file with the Clerk of the Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting Julv 17. 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. 246 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 9-4-18 Tuesday, August 21, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Status Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Excused David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Excused Announcements of Executive Sessions. Reordering of Business. and Special Orders of the Da Ms. Robertson said an executive session will be held to discuss labor negotiations later in the meeting. Privileee of the Floor by the Public Paul Rossi, New York State Board of Realtors, thanked the Legislature for its work and said he is impressed that this Legislature tackles tough issues and asks questions that other places do not. In response to Ms. Robertson as to what his opinion is on condominium development, Mr. Rossi said it is the same discussion that is going on in other places. It relates to cost and it's always difficult when those doing the development also have to build infrastructure. It sometimes makes the cost prohibitive; this is not just a Tompkins County problem. The counties that are doing this work are pushing themselves to rehabbing old buildings as a way to address the cost. It is a difficult issue but Tompkins County is asking the right questions of the right people and the County will be viewed as a leader by others in the State. Report from a Municipal Official(s 247 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 Ducson Nguyen, Common Council member, said the August meeting was cancelled. He reported four IURA proposals were presented to the development committee and will eventually be presented to Common Council. He said the 2019 sidewalk plan is available and the Ithaca Police Department (IPD) community BBQ will be this Saturday. In addition, he announced TCAT received $2.3 million from the federal government to purchase two electric busses. A meeting is scheduled for tomorrow with all the stakeholders to discuss what will happen to the busses that are at the bus terminal located in the City. Mr. Lane asked what the repair status is of Stewart Avenue. Mr. Nguyen said it is a very expensive project, but there is a contingency plan that is being discussed at the City level. Mr. Granison asked about the situation with Lime Bikes and the racks in Collegetown. Mr. Nguyen explained there was a miscommunication and it should now be resolved. Mr. Nguyen announced the TCAT's budget presentation will be held on August 28th. Ms. Robertson asked if there has been any conversation about ownership and condo development relating to the Green Street project. She commented that the housing needs assessment shows the need for 200 rental units and 380 ownership units. Mr. Nguyen agreed and said this is something the City can look at again but noted developers are already being asked to do a lot. Ms. Robertson read an e-mail from Christina Dravis, Director of Dispatch, about the actions of two off-duty City Police Officers' actions that involved a child and within two minutes of using the Swift 911 system the child's parents were found and the child was returned safely home. The Swift 911 is a great system and easy to sign up. Ms. Dravis thanked the officers who assisted. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Morey announced on August 23-25, 2018, Groton Old Home Days will take place. Ms. Koreman announced she and Legislators Dawson and Robertson are going to the White House for a conference on August 23. The Trumansburg Fair begins today and will run through Sunday evening. There will be a lot of free activities and the County will have a presence in the parade on Saturday. She missed a Facilities and Infrastructure Committee meeting recently and shared a note from her grandmother excusing her from that meeting. Mr. John said he and Legislator Black attended the College Initiative Upstate graduation ceremony where five adults came through the program. This is a referral program through the criminal justice system; instead of keeping them in the criminal system it sends them to college. This is the third year the program has been run through OAR and has been very successful. This is the first time he had attended a College Prep Program graduation and spoke of the stories students wrote about that changed their lives. It was really encouraging to see how well-written they were. He is impressed hearing the substance abuse and other challenges these people face and the fact that they fought through them to do something better. He encouraged other Legislators to attend one as well. He said it is gratifying to see programs doing so much for people and really gratifying the programs making a difference. Ms. Black agreed with Mr. John and said it was very touching to hear stories and the struggles with substance abuse and to hear how their struggle began. 248 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 Ms. Dawson said this Saturday the Lansing Democratic Committee will be holding its annual picnic at Myers Park. Ms. Kelles thanked Legislators Black and John for sharing their experience with the College Initiative Program and suggested all Legislators attend. As the Women's Swimmin event was cancelled, last week she did the reprise of the event and received incredible support with 21 kayakers and 20 swimmers joining her and raising another $5,000 for Hospicare. She also announced the Aids Ride is scheduled for September 28th to raise funds for the Southern Tier Aids Program. She will be participating as well as Legislator John and former Legislator Will Burbank. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson shared her experience riding up the Black Diamond trail with family and encouraged others to do the same. She also reported on a trip she will be taking to Washington DC this week and said she will be attending briefing meetings with representatives from NACO and NYSAC. She also learned today that if there are individual specific county requests they can be presented during this time and highlighted some of the issues she will be raising. She reported on an article in the Dryden Courier about supporting free press and will share with Legislators; she expressed her appreciation to the local press that attends County meetings. Ms. Robertson made the following appointment: Workforce Development Board Teresa L. Geisenhof - Mandated Partner - Wagner-Peyser representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino said he and Kevin McGuire are working on putting together the proposed budget and said he looks forward to releasing it at the next meeting on September 4th. He will be attending the TCAT meeting tomorrow as mentioned by Ducson Nguyen earlier this evening to get an understanding of what the plans are and when he has more information he will inform Legislators. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood provided the Legislature with a presentation on the Hydro Electric Plant to demonstrate how well it is doing. The credits are exceeding what the County is paying. All County buildings with the exception of the Recycling and Materials Management Facilities are on this system. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder provided the Legislature with a report on July sales tax receipts and said it is up 10.08% for the month of July and year-to-date it is up 6.63%. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Consent Agenda 249 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson EXCUSED: McBean-Clairborne, Sigler Resolution No. 2018- 181: Budget Adjustm ent and Transfer for Revenue Increase in Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers A ct Funding - Office for th e Aging (ID #8003) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy Procedure Number 04-01, Section A, transfers from personnel lines to other program accounts may require further explanation and are made at the discretion of the Director of Finance and notification to the County Administrator and the appropriate program committee, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging hereafter referred to as COFA was awarded federal funding in the amount of $13,321 from the New York State Office for the Aging through the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA), and WHEREAS, COFA will use these funds to coordinate efforts with Lifelong to reach, counsel and/or provide application assistance to Medicare beneficiaries potentially eligible for the Low Income Subsidy and/or Medicare Savings Programs, and WHEREAS, MIPPA is funded on the federal fiscal year, it is easiest to manage it in a separate account, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to his books: Office for the Aging Budget Transfer: FROM: TO: Revenue Account Title Amt Revenue Acct Title A6793-44772 OFA Federal Aid $8,424 A6788-44772 OFA Federal Aid Budget Transfer: FROM: TO: Expense Account Title Amt Expense Acct Title Amt A6793-51000559 Salary $5,709 A6788-51000559 Salary $3,917 A6793-58000 Fringe 2,715 A6788-58000 Fringe 1,904 A6788-54491 Subcont. 2,603 Budget Adjustment: Revenue Account Title Amt Expense Acct Title A6788-44772 OFA Federal Aid $4,897 A6788-54491 Subcontracts 250 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 182: Budget Adjustment f or Revenue Increases fo r Both Nati onal Family Caregivers Act and the Alzheimer's Association - Office fo r the Aging (ID #8001) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.02 B, all adjustments over $5,000 must be reviewed by the Director of Finance and must be approved by the program committee of the budgeting unit and the Legislature, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging hereafter known as COFA must adjust revenues in two accounts to reflect 2018 increases, and WHEREAS, COFA is carrying over $3,924.76 in unclaimed 2017 Federal revenues from the National Family Caregivers Act program hereafter referred to as Title III -E (Account 6781), and WHEREAS, COFA has received notification that its final allocation for the Title III -E program resulted in an increase of $6,061 in funding in Federal revenue, and WHEREAS, COFA plans to expend the total of the two amounts which equal, $9,877.76, to fund caregiver respite services, and WHEREAS, COFA has been awarded $10,000 in additional funding from the Alzheimer's Association of Central New York to be used to offer respite to caregivers attending to those diagnosed with dementia, and WHEREAS, an additional $3,000 can be used towards administration of this same grant, therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, that the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: Office for the Aging Budget Adjustments Revenue Account Title Amt Approp Acct Title Amt A6781-44772 Federal Revenue $9,985.76 A6781-54491 Subcontracts $9,985.76 A6781-42070 Contributions -Priv $13,000 A6781-51000559Salary $ 2,065 A6781-54491 Subcontracts $10,000 A6781-58000 Fringes $ 935 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-183: Authorization to Accept Aging M astery Program Grant from the New York State Office for the Aging (ID #7995) WHEREAS, pursuant to policy 01-12 of the County Administrative Manual any grant acceptance 251 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 must be treated as an authorization to execute a contract, and Policy 01-10 must be followed, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging applied for the "Aging Mastery Program," a grant whose purpose is to help older adults take key steps to improve their well-being, add stability to their lives, and strengthen their ties to community, and WHEREAS, the Aging Mastery Program is a ten -week program that combines goal -setting, daily practices, and peer support to help participants make meaningful changes in the lives of older adults, and WHEREAS, grant funds will pay for the licensure, start-up costs, and participant materials to host the Aging Mastery Program, and WHEREAS, the entity known as Lifelong has indicated a willingness to host the Aging Mastery Program as part of its ongoing programming, and WHEREAS, the grant is to begin on May 1, 2018, and end on April 30, 2019, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County hereby accepts this grant of $5,550, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following adjustments to his 2018 books: REVENUE: A6795.43803 Program for Aging $5,550 APPROPRIATION: A6795-54491 Subcontracts $5,550 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-1 84: Authorization to Execute an Agreement with the Town of Dryden Bridge Reconstruction - Dodge Road Over Cascadilla Creek - BIN 3209890 (Town of Dryden) (ID #8015) WHEREAS, the bridge carrying Dodge Road over Cascadilla Creek in the Town of Dryden is jointly maintained by the County and the Town of Dryden under provisions of New York State Highway Law §234 and County Resolutions 43 of 1946 and 259 of 1998, which divide maintenance responsibilities according to specific bridge elements for bridge spans of 25 feet or greater on Town roads, and WHEREAS, in response to deterioration of the Bridge, the County has prepared plans and received bids to reconstruct the structure in 2018, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature by Resolution No. 2018-145 adopted on July 3, 2018, awarded the bid to Silverline Construction, Inc., in the amount of $489,715.00, and WHEREAS, the expected total project cost is $567,015 and the Town of Dryden cost share is 20% of the project or $113,403 and the Tompkins County cost share is 80% of the project or $453,612, now therefore be it 252 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute an Agreement with the Town of Dryden to fund reconstruction of the bridge and to specify responsibilities for its continued cooperative maintenance. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 BudL,et. Caaital. and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next month and will continue discussion of the four employees who report directly to the Legislature. Once they have been reviewed by the Committee individual meetings will be scheduled with the Direct Reports. Also, the Committee will begin discussion for the vacancies on the TC3 Board of Trustees. He said the Expanded Budget Committee meetings will begin in September and prior to the County Administrator presenting his budget an early briefing will be held with the press to provide information on what is being proposed. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, said the Committee will meet tomorrow and highlighted the agenda topics that will be discussed. Mr. McKenna asked if Ms. Kelles could look into the status of the Human Services Coalition's loan for the financing of the Enfield food pantry. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and discussed the issues of financing condominium developments with Mike Cannon of the Tompkins Trust Company. The Committee also heard a report concerning evictions in Tompkins County from Alicia Plotkin of Law NY; she helps people at risk or who have been evicted. There was discussion about there not being a coordinated way right now to tell how many people are evicted each year but it can be done. In reference to the request of the Attorney General to provide an opinion on the use of local funds for Community Housing Development Fund, Ms. Robertson asked the County Attorney to share a copy of that information sent to the Attorney General. In response to Mr. Lane, Ms. Robertson said the Committee has been discussing the issue of single-family homeownership and said the Megan McDonald, Deputy Commissioner of the Planning and Sustainability Department, is working on putting together an over -target request to develop a Municipal Housing Affordability Matching Fund that would help advance housing affordability in their communities. Public Safetv Committee Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will meet on September 5th. There will be discussion of potential shared services with the City concerning cooperation and co -locating of police officers. Resolution No. 2018-185: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal -Pay Reimbursement — Department of Probation and Community Justice (ID #7961) 253 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, in the Department of Probation and Community Justice, one Deputy Director II retired on April 20, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to be paid to the department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: IaMe] LVA �L' S!11A M , lit, TO: A3141.51000186 A3142.51000186 A3141.58800 A3142.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Health and Human Services Committee Contingent Fund $31,111 Deputy Director II $ 4,283 Deputy Director II $17,130 Fringes $ 1,940 Fringes $ 7,758 Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met August 13th and discussed the plan for the Office of Human Rights. There were 15 people in attendance from the public. Staff will be working on a cost estimate concerning the implementation and enforcement of a comprehensive local law. The Committee will next meet in September and will discuss fair housing and source of income and enforcement. Resolution No. 2018-186: Budget Transfers to Fund Titl a Change within Long -Term Care Ombudsman Program and Budget Adjustment to Increas a 2018 Revenue in the Personal Emergency Response System Program of the Office for the Aging (ID #7568) 254 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.01 A, transfers from personnel lines to other program accounts may require further explanation and are made at the discretion of the Director of Finance and notification to the County Administrator, as well as the approval of the appropriate program committee, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.02 B all adjustments over $5,000 must be reviewed and upon the recommendation of the Director of Finance must be approved by the program committee of the budgeting unit and the Legislature, and WHEREAS, the County Office for the Aging (COFA) now utilizes an Aging Services Specialist, a title previously held by an Ombudsman Program and Outreach Specialist on the Long -Term Care Ombudsman Program, and WHEREAS, adjustments within other County funded programs make it possible to fund the salary increase associated with the new title, and WHEREAS, COFA anticipates an additional $10,000 in Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) Program revenue in 2018, and WHEREAS, the additional PERS revenue will go toward PERS staff salary, thus freeing up the funds necessary to cover the salary increase associated with the new title in the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: Office for the Aging Budget Transfers From: Expenditure Account Amount To: Expenditure Account Amt A6772-51000517 Salary A6777-51000517 Salary A6782-51000559 Salary A6772-58800 Fringes A6777-58800 Fringes A6782-58800 Fringes A6771-51000547 Salary A6772-51000547 Salary $5,266 A6771-51000559 Salary $5,266 $1,430 A6771-51000559 Salary $1,430 $2,077 A6771-51000559 Salary $2,077 $2,598 A6771-58800 Fringes $2,598 $706 A6771-58800 Fringes $706 $1,025 A6771-58800 Fringes $1,025 $37,518 A6771-51000559 Salary $37,518 $3,925 A6772-51000559 Salary $3,925 255 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 Office for the Aging Budget Adjustments Revenue Account Title Amt Approp Acct Title Amt A6787-41650 PERS Charges $10,000 A6787-51000517 Salary $6,696 A6787-58800 Fringes $3,304 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee August 16th and received a presentation from the County Administrator on the draft 2019 -2023 Capital Pan. Mr. Molino provided a brief overview of the draft Capital Plan he presented and said it outlines the existing projects and three new projects being proposed. Resolution No. 201 8-187: Audit of Final Paym ent — Bridge Reconstru ction - Waterburg Road Bridge (BIN 3314400), Town of Ulysses (ID #8016) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Economy Paving Company, Inc., of Cortland, New York, has completed its contract to the satisfaction of Tompkins County with all closeout documents submitted and satisfactory, and with all work done within budget for the Waterburg Road Bridge (3314400) Replacement Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the following final claim against the County of Tompkins, be and hereby is audited by the Legislature: Vendor Payment Request Economy Paving Co., 5 (Final) Inc. Account No. Amount HZ5106.59239.53.21 $38,875.59 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. HZ5106.59239.53.21. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -2 256 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, August 21, 2018 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be September 7"' and the Committee will hear a report from the City on its grant application for Route 13. He reported on the ITCTC which is the County's Metropolitan Planning Organization. He explained the roles of the Planning Committee and the Policy Committee. He heard the State Department of Transportation has a lot of the bridge and culvert money this year and a lot of municipalities have put in culverts. The announcement of those competitive grants will be later this month. He learned the plan to resurface Route 366 through Varna is going to be more extensive than expected. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, said at the last meeting there was discussion of suspending the Local Board of Assessment Review; it was referred to the Tompkins County Council of Governments for discussion and input. The Committee will discuss this again at the meeting in September as well as local mileage and parking reimbursement for Legislators. The Committee will next meet on September 19th Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, announced the next meeting date has been moved to August 28 due to the County picnic being held on August 27th. She highlighted the presentation topics the Committee will hear. Minutes of Previous Meeting August 7, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Michael Sigler Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:20 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:25 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Mr. Granison, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to enter into executive session to discuss labor negotiations at 7:25 p.m. The meeting returned to open session at 7:30 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. 257 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 9-20-18 Tuesday, September 4, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson HenryGranison Title Member Member Member Member Status Arrived Present Present Present Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Late 5:35 PM David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Proclamations Ms. Robertson read and presented Airport Director, Mike Hall, with a proclamation declaring September 29th as Tommy Comes Home Day in Tompkins County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne arrived at this time. RESULT: ANN OUNCED Ms. Robertson also read and presented Krystall Escobedo and Carolina Osorio Gill with a proclamation declaring September 15, 2018, through October 15, 2018, as Latinx Heritage Month in Tompkins County. RESULT: ANN OUNCED Privilege of the Floor by the Public Maura Kennedy -Smith, Town of Lansing resident and owner of property adjacent to the proposed new Department of Transportation site, expressed concern over the sale of the County property for the 258 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 project and the impact it will have on her property. Frank Proto, Town of Caroline and Chair of the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) Board of Directors, thanked Legislators who attended TCAT's budget presentation. He also spoke about New York State Electric and Gas and a legal advertisement that appeared in last Friday's newspaper relating to abandoned funds that have not been claimed. He said NYSEG has stated it will place a copy on file in Binghamton for review and asked that Legislators appeal to NYSEG to put the information online and a copy placed locally so that people can check whether they have a deposit they can claim. Jude Rose, City of Ithaca resident and Childcare Planner at the Child Development Council, thanked the Legislature for its support and provided an update on work she and the Council are engaged in. Bill Kennedy -Smith, Town of Lansing and owner of property adjacent to the site proposed for the new Department of Transportation site, also expressed concern over the sale of County property for the project and the impact it will have on his property. He submitted pictures of his property and a letter on behalf of his neighbor. Sue Reid, Ithaca and owner of property across from the proposed new Department of Transportation site, expressed concern over the project and asked that neighbors be kept informed about the project as she was unaware of the pending sale of County property. Brendan McQuade, Ithaca, spoke against expanding the Jail to provide for additional programming space. Report from a Municipal Official(s) There was no Municipal Official present. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Dawson announced on September 16th there will be a grand opening of the new park in the Village of Lansing. Mr. Klein invited all to attend the Danby Community Day on September 15th Ms. Kelles announced the AIDS Ride is this weekend to help support the Southern Tier Aids Program. She responded to comments about Jail expansion under Privilege of the Floor and said she is very proud of the work the County has done and would like to see the public stay involved and get educated; many of the projects in the CGR report have been implemented and many items in the City Drug Plan have begun as well. There has been a significantly low population in the Jail because of things that have been done. There are also significant issues in the Jail, including the HVAC system that need attention, and encouraged anyone who is interested to contact Legislators with any questions they have. Ms. Koreman said volunteers are still needed along the AIDS Ride. She announced Finger Lakes Pulse, together with the Worker's Center, is hosting an international comedy show at the Hangar Theater on September 21St and a portion of the proceeds will go to the Worker's Center. She spoke in reference to the proposed sale of Airport property for the Department of Transportation site and asked that there be a mechanism to inform residents that will be impacted when projects like this are being proposed. 259 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Mr. Sigler invited everyone to attend the Lansing carnival and parade that will take place this weekend. He spoke of a young Lansing person who took his life and encouraged anyone in that situation to reach out and get help. Mr. Granison reminded everyone to vote next week. He also made several announcements: International Peace Festival is September 7th -9th, Airport Day is September 15th, Stewart Park accessible playground event is September 11th; No Frack Cayuga Gas forum and rally is September 8th, and the School Community Walk will be held on September 13th. Ms. Champion reminded Legislators that school starts tomorrow. Mr. Lane reported on the TCAT budget presentation and said there were people in attendance from the City, County, Cornell University, and New York State. What troubled him was observing some Legislators and Common Council members being distracted by electronic devices and not paying close attention; he asked that Legislators do better and pay attention to these presentations. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced September 15th is the GIAC birthday brunch at GreenStar, the Space. She also commented that while on vacation she watched the funeral services of Senator John McCain and said his service was very moving and he deserves all of the praise, accolades, and applause not the petty nonsense. Sometimes we need to set aside the politics and see who people really are. She asked to recognize the service of John McCain by observing a moment of silence. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also referred to the speakers this evening that spoke under Privilege of the floor and recalled a protocol being put into place to make sure people were informed when their property and lives are going to be impacted by action the Legislature is going to take and asked that it be looked into. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson announced the Freeville and Ellis Hollow Road Fairs will be held this weekend. Also this Friday evening a special performance of Stand Up and Vote, an Ithaca College event to benefit Rock the Vote and a non-partisan effort to get people to vote, will be held. She reported on a trip she recently took to Washington D.C. along with Legislators Dawson and Koreman that was organized by the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs at the White House. During the visit they presented the County's proposal on the Airport and within a week had a conference call with several people from the Department of Transportation to explain and promote the project. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Resolutions Added to the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. McKenna, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add the following resolutions to the agenda: - Making a Negative Determination of Environmental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. of 2018: Authorizing the Sale of 15 Acres of Real Property at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport Located on Warren Road to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) - Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant to Acquire Snow 260 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Removal/Multi-Tasking Equipment - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport - Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant to Install Passenger Boarding Bridge (Gate #1) - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport Transportation Committee Resolution No. 2018-188: Award of Bid - Passenger Terminal Building Security Expansion Phase 1 — Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8051) Mr. Hall, Airport Director, said this is the first of three phases for the Airport expansion project; it is a tight deadline and there are a number of required documents needed to continue moving this forward. The groundbreaking ceremony is expected to be October 4th and the project needs to be completed by the end of 2019. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Finance Department has duly advertised for bids for the Passenger Terminal Building Security Expansion Phase 1 for the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, three (3) bids were duly received for this project: Streeter Associates (Elmira, NY) $7,638,000 Murnane Building Contractors (Syracuse, NY) $8,483,000 LeChase Construction (Ithaca, NY) $8,996,000 , and WHEREAS, Streeter Associates is the lowest responsible bidder, and will be awarded the bid for the Passenger Terminal Building Security Expansion Phase 1 for a total cost of $7,638,000, and WHEREAS, the budget for said project is as follows: New York State Aviation Project Grant , now therefore be it $7,638,000 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the Passenger Terminal Building Security Expansion Phase 1 be awarded to Streeter Associates of Elmira, New York, with a bid of $7,638,000, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to advance payments for this project until reimbursement is received from the New York State. 261 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -25 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018-1 89: Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Adm inistration (FAA) Grant to Rehabilitate Taxiway A, D , & E, and Northwest Portion of the General Aviation (GA) Ramp - Design - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8052) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County has received a grant offer from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $193,140 to help finance the Rehabilitation of Taxiway A, D, & E, and Northwest Portion of the General Aviation (GA) Ramp - Design at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the budget for this project will be $214,600 and the financing is as follows: FAA Share (90.0%) Account No. HT 5601.44592 $193,140 NYS Department of Transportation Share (5.0%) Account No. HT 5601.43592 $ 10,730 Airport Operational Budget Account No. HT 5601.45031 $ 10,730 (PFC's instead of Operational Funds once application has been finalized) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the grant offer from the FAA in the amount of $193,140 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -10 Resolution No. 2018-1 90: Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Adm inistration (FAA) Grant to Acquire Snow Removal Equipment - Ramp Dozer - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8053) 262 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County has received a grant offer from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $435,600 to help finance the Acquisition of a piece of Snow Removal Equipment - Ramp Dozer at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the budget for this project will be $484,000 and the financing is as follows: FAA Share (90.0%) Account No. HT 5601.44592 $435,600 NYS Department of Transportation Share (5.0%) Account No. HT 5601.43592 $ 24,200 Airport Operational Budget Account No. HT 5601.45031 $ 24,200 (PFC's instead of Operational Funds once application has been finalized) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the grant offer from the FAA in the amount of $435,600 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE 1I-10 Transportation Committee Resolution No. 2018-1 91: Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Adm inistration (FAA) Grant to Construct Ai rcraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) Building Feasibility Study - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8054) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County has received a grant offer from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $130,500 to help finance the Feasibility Study of the Construction of the Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) Building at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and 263 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 WHEREAS, the budget for this project will be $145,000 and the financing is as follows: FAA Share (90.0%) Account No. HT 5601.44592 $130,500 NYS Department of Transportation Share (5.0%) Account No. HT 5601.43592 $ 7,250 Airport Operational Budget Account No. HT 5601.45031 $ 7,250 (PFC's instead of Operational Funds once application has been finalized) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the grant offer from the FAA in the amount of $130,500 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -10 Resolution No. 20 18-192: Makin g a Negative Determination of Environm ental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 193 of 2018: Autho rizing the Sale of 1 5 Acres of Real Property at the Ithaca Tom pkins Regional Airport Located on Warren R oad to the New York State Depar tment of Transportation (NYSDOT) (ID #8069) Ms. Champion spoke of the concerns she heard from the neighbors this evening and said she is unable to support this resolution as she has not had an opportunity to review the Environmental Impact Statement information that was not made available until this evening. Mr. Lane said the Environmental Impact Statement has been reviewed by staff including the County Attorney, which is often the case for County environmental forms. He noted the Department of Transportation representative said a Full Environmental Impact Assessment will be done by the State. Mr. Wood said there is a timing issue to move forward with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and SEQR (State Environmental Quality Review) process and noted the property must be sold prior to the process beginning. A comprehensive environmental assessment review will be performed as part of the FAA process and before anything is built. This action is only a transfer of property. Ms. Black referred to the comments by the public this evening and said she is also not prepared to support the resolution without having more information. Mr. Wood stated the ownership of the property will not change unless the project is approved by the FAA. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Wood said the County will be an involved agency and participate in the process, but DOT (Department of Transportation) will take the lead. Ms. Robertson noted that Scott Doyle of the Planning and Sustainability Department had commented in the joint meeting held earlier that there were no wetlands identified on this property. Ms. Kelles said this will go through the full SEQR process regardless of who the owner of the property is. She hopes that whatever process is undertaken by the County that all landowners will be informed and given an opportunity to provide feedback. 264 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Ms. Joy, General Counsel, and Mr. Buck, Engineer, of the State DOT stated the design of the site is not complete and this transaction is to only authorize the transfer of property; she also noted there are many layers of review in the process. Mr. Sigler questioned if the State would consider taking the entire property so that it would have more flexibility to move buildings further from homes. He said he previously asked Mr. Hall and Cornell to look into whether there were other land options in the area and asked for an update. Mr. Hall said he had not investigated other sites beyond the Airport property and the proposed site is the recommended site on Airport property. 11016111 Ms. Robertson believes the County can count on a lot of good will and communication from the RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 2] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 193 of 2018 the County authorizes the sale of 15 acres of real property located at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport on Warren Road to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) (Portions of Town of Lansing tax parcels 44.-1-20.1 and 44.-1- 47), and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate the Environmental Assessment Forms with respect to these actions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That Resolution No. 193 of 2018 is an unlisted action, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature hereby makes a negative determination of environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 193of 2018. SEQR ACTION: Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature Resolution No. 2018-1 93: Authoriz ing the Sale of 15 Acres of Real Property at the Ithaca Tompkins R egional Airport Loca ted on Warren Road to the Ne w York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) (ID #8055) Mr. Sigler said he would like to see more of a plan by the DOT before this property is sold that includes how traffic will flow and how many trucks will be using the road. Ms. Kelles asked about the timeline and whether there is a possibility of bringing more information forward on where infrastructure would be located on the property. Mr. Wood explained how the process would move forward and stated that part of the final design would include input and 265 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 an environmental review. He also addressed contingencies that would be included in the contract and said it would come back for a final vote if all the contingencies are met. Mr. Wood said the DOT will do its best to mitigate any environmental consequences and this is the parcel that minimizes the environmental impacts. He also commented this has always been the County's property and there was always the intention of doing something with the property that would be in the best interest of all of its constituents. Ms. Dawson spoke of her contacts with the neighbors and said Ms. Joy met with the Smith - Kennedy's to discuss their concerns and she is confident discussions will continue. This shows good faith on the part of the DOT and she has confidence that the Airport Director and staff came up with the best place to locate the facility. She noted this Legislature has to make decisions for the larger community and believes this project has to happen. Mr. Molino addressed the SEQR process said it is a very public process and said additional efforts can be made to share information that becomes available with the public. He commented that the DOT has been very on top of trying to understand issues and will be throughout the process with both the Legislature and constituents; they are interested in seeing concerns addressed. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if when the Legislature considers a resolution to transfer the property deed if language could be included that states the County will work in partnership with the DOT to make sure that all of the concerns of residents and of the County are addressed. Mr. Wood said it is his understanding that all of the matters will be resolved before anything comes back to the Legislature; however, additional language could be added to a resolution as long as it is consistent with the approvals that are in place. Ms. Joy said they intend to continue to work with the neighbors, gather input, and share information as it becomes available. RESULT: ADOPTED [9 TO 41 MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Deborah Dawson, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Henry Granison, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Rich John WHEREAS, the County agrees to sell 15 Acres of real property located at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport on Warren Road, to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), and WHEREAS, all involved parties must approve the sale and abide by contingencies within the agreement, including the County of Tompkins and the NYSDOT, and WHEREAS, the estimated closing date will take place on December 3, 2018, and WHEREAS, the sale price is determined based on fair market appraised value of the Warren Road property and that amount is $840,000, and funds will be remitted to the Ithaca Tompkins Regional 266 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Airport for use by that enterprise unit, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committee, That the sale of land by the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, located on Warren Road, be approved and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED (Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature) Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018-1 94: Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Adm inistration (FAA) Grant to Acquire Snow Removal/Multi-Tasking Equipment - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8066) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County has received a grant offer from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $742,500 to help finance the acquisition of Snow Removal/Multi-Tasking Equipment at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the budget for this project will be $825,000 and the financing is as follows: FAA Share (90.0%) Account No. HT 5601.44592 $742,500 NYS Department of Transportation Share (5.0%) Account No. HT 5601.43592 $ 41,250 Airport Operational Budget Account No. HT 5601.45031 $ 41,250 (PFC's instead of Operational Funds once application has been finalized) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the grant offer from the FAA in the amount of $742,500 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -10 Resolution No. 2018-1 95: Authorizing Acceptance of a Federal Aviation Adm inistration (FAA) Grant to Install Passenger Boarding Bridge (Gate #1) - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8067) 267 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County has received a grant offer from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $900,000 to help finance the Installation of a Passenger Boarding Bridge (Gate #1) at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the budget for this project will be $1,000,000 and the financing is as follows: FAA Share (90.0%) Account No. HT 5601.44592 $900,000 NYS Department of Transportation Share (5.0%) Account No. HT 5601.43592 $ 50,000 Airport Operational Budget Account No. HT 5601.45031 $ 50,000 (PFC's instead of Operational Funds once application has been finalized) now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Transportation Committees, That the grant offer from the FAA in the amount of $900,000 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator, or his designee, is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE 1I-10 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:34 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:44 p.m. Mr. John returned to the meeting at 7:37 p.m. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino spoke briefly about the Shared Services plan adopted by the Legislature last year and said the State still has not provided the guidance to report back. However, he believes that guidance will be provided soon. At this time, Mr. Molino provided a detailed PowerPoint presentation on his 2019 Recommended Budget and reviewed the Economic and Fiscal Indicators. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood had no report. Report from the Finance Director 268 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Mr. Snyder had no report. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution in Recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Founding of Tompkins Cortland Community College. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Koreman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Congratulating Orinthia T. Montague, PhD, on her Inauguration as the Fourth President of Tompkins Cortland Community College. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Resolution No. 2018-196: Budget Adjustment - Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail (ID #8028) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature accepted the Local Waterfront Revitalization Grant for the Development of the Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail by Resolution No. 252 (ID 6720) of December 6, 2016, and WHEREAS, the project is ready to begin and the grants funds need to be placed in the 2018 budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality committee, That the Director of Finance is authorized to make the following budget adjustment: Revenues A8027.43959 State Aid Planning $101,245 Expenses A8027.54400 Program Expense $101,245 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 20 18-197: Makin g a Negative Determination of Environm ental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 198 of 2018: Appropriating Funds from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastru cture Capital Program for the Lindsay -Parsons Wetla nd Buffer Project - Waterman Tract (ID #8036) 269 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 198 of 2018 the County allocates funding from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Program funds for the purpose of supporting the acquisition and buffer project on the 9 -acre Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract (Town of Danby tax parcel 18.-1-17.31), and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate the Environmental Assessment Forms with respect to these actions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That Resolution No. 198 of 2018 is an unlisted action, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature hereby makes a negative determination of environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 198 of 2018. SEQR ACTION: Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature Resolution No. 2018-198: Appropriating Funds from the Tompkins County Natural Infrastructure Capital Program for the Lindsay -P arsons Wed and Buffer Project - Waterman Tract (ID #8033) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature established the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program in 2017, and WHEREAS, the current balance in the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program is $355,000, and WHEREAS, the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program is focused on protection, by acquisition, easement, restoration and/or stabilization, of: Upper watershed forests and wetlands; Stream corridors and floodplains; Aquifer recharge areas, and WHEREAS, the objectives of the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program are to: Protect and enhance those natural systems that can help to mitigate the impacts of intensive rainfall events that are expected to continue to increase as a result of climate change; Help decrease sediment loads in streams and Cayuga Lake; Protect overall water quality in streams, surficial aquifers and Cayuga Lake, and WHEREAS, the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program goal is to reduce risks of flooding and protect public and private water supplies, and WHEREAS, the project selection criteria and process was accepted by the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee in February 2017 that outlined the following evaluation criteria: The cost effectiveness of project in achieving the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program objectives; The ability for the project to leverage additional funding; The project's location within one of the Tompkins County Conservation Plan's Priority 270 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Protection areas or is of sufficient size to make a major contribution to protection of natural infrastructure, and WHEREAS, the project is to provide funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program to support the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract, and WHEREAS, the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract: Protects and enhances 900 feet of wetland buffer on 9 acres of land; Improves overall water quality and reduces flow rates to Cayuga Inlet; Proposes leveraging funding from private sources; Is of sufficient size to make a major contribution to protection of natural infrastructure; and WHEREAS, support from the Natural Infrastructure Program is an important but modest component of the total funding needed for the Finger Lakes Land Trust to acquire and implement the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract, and WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability and the Planning Advisory Board have recommended that the County Legislature authorize $8,000 in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program to support the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That a total of eight thousand dollars ($8,000) in funding from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program be appropriated for the purpose of supporting the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Waterman Tract, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be authorized to make payments up to eight thousand dollars ($8,000) for the Lindsay -Parsons Wetland Buffer Project - Wetland Tract project utilizing funds from the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program (HD8747.54400 proj. #87.47), RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts or agreements related to this project. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, said the Committee met and had a discussion of next steps for the Climate Survey as well as employee recognition and action steps to make employees feel valued in the organization. Kathy Schlather, Executive Director of the Human Services Coalition, reported on a survey conducted of what agencies are doing relative to diversity and inclusion. It was noted that there is a need for developing, updating, or implementing diversity and inclusion plans. She said conversations on with the Coalition will continue. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, referenced two newspaper articles relating to housing, one in the Ithaca Times and one in the Ithaca Journal. The Committee will next meet on September 17tH 271 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-199: Negative Declaration for Authorizing Community Housing Development Fund (CHDF) Award for Milton Meadows Apartments (ID #8018) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne's concerns were addressed by Ms. Robertson explaining the process and rules for funding projects. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2015-154, authorized funding for the Community Housing Development Fund Program, and WHEREAS, the Community Housing Development Fund assists the development costs associated with residential and mixed-use real estate development projects primarily benefiting low- and moderate -income households, and requires that newly constructed or rehabilitated homes supported by the program are not only made available to low- to moderate -income households, but also remain affordable to future generations of renters and buyers, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 200 of 2018 would authorize the disbursement of County funds in support of the Milton Meadows project at the Town Center site on Auburn Road in the Town of Lansing, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has received and reviewed the Town of Lansing Full Environmental Assessment Form (Parts 1 and 2) documents for the project listed as the Milton Meadows Apartments, and WHEREAS, as Lead Agency, the Town of Lansing Planning Board has determined the Milton Meadows Apartments project to be a Type I Action with a Negative Declaration, and WHEREAS, as the Town of Lansing Planning Board granted conditional site plan approval for the Milton Meadows Apartments project on November 27, 2017, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County concurs with the Town of Lansing Planning Board SEQR Negative Determination of the Milton Meadows Apartments project, and WHEREAS, the project must comply with Department of Health requirements, and WHEREAS, the project's developer, Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd., renamed the project the Milton Meadows Apartments project subsequent to its application to the Community Housing Development Fund under the project name, Lansing Commons Apartments, and WHEREAS, Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd., selected their nonprofit partner, Providence Housing Development Corporation as the ultimate recipient of the Community Housing Development 272 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Fund's award, with Program Oversight Committee concurrence, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That the authorization of the Community Housing Development Fund disbursement and the subsequent construction of the project listed above adequately protects and preserves the environment and will not have any potentially significant adverse effects on the environment. SEQR ACTION: Full Environmental Assessment Form on File with the Legislature Clerk Resolution No. 20 18-200: Authoriz ing Disbursem ent of the Com munity Housing Development Fund Award for Milton Meadows (ID #8022) Ms. Robertson confirmed Mrs. McBean-Clairborne's statement that low- to moderate -income housing is what is being funded. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2015-154 authorized funding for the Community Housing Development Fund, and WHEREAS, the Community Housing Development Fund (CHDF) assists with the development costs associated with residential and mixed-use real estate development projects primarily benefiting low - and moderate -income households, and requires that newly constructed or rehabilitated homes supported by the program are not only made available to low- to moderate -income households, but also remain affordable to future generations of renters and buyers, and WHEREAS, the Notice of Funding Availability was made available to interested parties with a deadline of July 24, 2017, for Round 15, and WHEREAS, an application for the Lansing Commons Apartments, subsequently renamed the Milton Meadows Apartments, was received and reviewed by the CHDF Application Review Committee, which made formal funding recommendations for funding to the CHDF Program Oversight Committee, and WHEREAS, the Program Oversight Committee accepted and recommended that the proposal receive funding as indicated in the table, and Project Location Applicant Number of POC Funding Proposed Affordable Recommendation (vote) Sponsor Units 273 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 Milton Town of Rochester's 72 rental $256,875 (8-0) $233,750 Cornell Meadows Lansing Cornerstone units Cornell and $23,125 University and (aka Lansing Group Tompkins County Tompkins Commons County Apartments) WHEREAS, the Town of Lansing SEQR review process has been completed for the Milton Meadows Apartments, with a Negative Determination, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. _ of 2018 concurs with the Town of Lansing's SEQR Negative Declaration determination for Milton Meadows Apartments, and WHEREAS, Rochester's Cornerstone Group, Ltd.'s nonprofit partner, Providence Housing Development Corporation, will be the recipient of the grant award in order to maximize the benefits of Low Income Housing Tax Credits awarded towards completion of the project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That, Tompkins County authorizes the expenditure of $23,125 of its funds to support the Milton Meadows Apartments project as recommended by the CHDF Program Oversight Committee, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is authorized to make the following 2018 budget adjustment: Revenue CD8695.42411 Program Income $23,125 Appropriation CD8695.54400 Program Expense $23,125 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute agreements in order to effect this grant program consistent with this resolution. SEQR ACTION: Full Environmental Assessment Form on File with the Legislature Clerk Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee will meet tomorrow and may consider a resolution to conduct a County and City of Ithaca law enforcement co -location study. The Committee will also be discussing the Jail; he noted there is no plan to add capacity or beds to the existing Jail. The current facility is in real need of upgrades and there are reasons to do this in terms of operations and because there are people living there. He reported the County is doing well with boardouts and are averaging one boardout per day, which is significantly lower than 2017. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne agreed with Mr. John's comments that the Jail needs a lot of work, people are living there and the County needs to be doing something. Mr. John further commented that a letter was received from a Corrections Officer about the condition of the Jail. County staff is reviewing these issues, but it is not at a point for the Committee to review. It aligns with what the County already knows and that something needs to be done about the Jail. Ms. Robertson commented about the low population at the Jail and suggested a presentation be 274 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 done at the New York State Association of Counties this fall. Ms. Kelles also suggested the presentation be given to this Legislature. Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chairs, said the Committee will next meet on September 10th and will have presentation on CNY Source of Income. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee met this afternoon and discussed and approved the resolutions relating to the Airport. Ms. Koreman asked if the Committee would consider discussing policies and protocols of informing neighbors and nearby residents about upcoming projects and/or purchases by the County. Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on September 8th and will discuss with the City its plans for Route 13. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, said the Committee will next meet September 19th. He referenced an incorrect statement in a recent article; the Tompkins County Council of Government recommended the County suspend the temporary assessment review boards, not the County, as it has not taken that action yet. At the next meeting the Committee will discuss that topic and in October the Committee will discuss reimbursement for mileage as it pertains to Legislators. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported a press conference took place prior to Mr. Molino's presentation this afternoon on his recommended budget. The first Expanded Budget Committee meeting will be held on September 6th. He explained the process for the Committee beginning with department presentations followed by an opportunity for proposals to be put forward. There will also be a public forum held. He announced on Thursday the Committee will meet to discuss the survey that was done on the four employees who directly report to the Legislature. The next regular Committee meeting will be September 11th. Resolution No. 2018-201: Resolution in Recogn ition of the 50th Anniversary of the Founding of Tompkins Cortland Community College (ID #8065) Ms. Robertson requested the two resolutions relating to TC3 be sent to the College and Cortland County. 275 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Henry Granison, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, a half a century ago the people of Tompkins and Cortland Counties recognized the need to create an avenue for so many of its people who were hungering for higher education to better their lives, and WHEREAS, the promise of higher education had been denied to so many because of its cost, its accessibility, and its rigid academic structure, and WHEREAS, in partnership with the State of New York, the Counties agreed to come together and co-sponsor the creation of a community college, where open enrollment and modest cost could open a door for so many who had been left behind, and WHEREAS, Tompkins Cortland Community College began in the old high school building in the Village of Groton, but soon moved to a new campus in the Town of Dryden, and WHEREAS, over the years the campus expanded and developed extension centers in both the City of Ithaca and the City of Cortland, and WHEREAS, initially serving mostly traditional high school graduates from the two sponsoring counties and their counterparts in directly adjacent counties, student enrollment soon grew to include non- traditional students working so hard to earn a degree despite grueling work and family commitments; and it grew to provide training in so many fields to assist businesses and the workforce in our communities; and it became a pathway to advanced degrees at other educational institutions, and WHEREAS, the College became a leader in the development of co -curricular courses in regional high schools, and online course offerings, which lead to the more rapid attainment of certificates and degrees by students, and WHEREAS, Tompkins Cortland Community College has become a model of inclusiveness and a leader in diversity through the broadening of its student body to include students from all over New York, the United States, and the world who come here to experience a first class institution with faculty and staff dedicated first and foremost to student success, and WHEREAS, key support from the Tompkins Cortland Community College Foundation and private donors has assisted the College in responding to the ever evolving academic and social needs of students, and WHEREAS, the accomplishments of College alumni, both traditional and non-traditional, speak volumes about the great work that our Community College does for all of us, now therefore be it 276 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature extends its warmest congratulations to Tompkins Cortland Community College, its students, faculty, administration, and staff, on the 50th anniversary of its founding, and expresses its sincere thanks and support for all that the College does for our community and for the world. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-202: Resolution Congratu lating Orinthia T. Mo ntague, Ph D, on her Inauguration as the Fourth President of Tompkins Cortland Community College (ID #8064) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, it takes a steady hand on the tiller to sail a modern college on its course to fulfilling the dreams of its students and the community that relies on it, and WHEREAS, for 50 years, Tompkins Cortland Community College, named for its two co- sponsoring counties, has persevered in fulfilling its great mission of educating students who derive locally, regionally, and from around the world, and WHEREAS, in all that time it has been led by only three previous presidents — Hushang Bahar, Eduardo Marti, and Carl Haynes — who by their leadership navigated the College from its infancy through periods of growth, and positioned it for service to students well into the future, and WHEREAS, after a nationwide search, the Board of Trustees of Tompkins Cortland Community College has selected Orinthia T. Montague, PhD, to be the fourth President of the College, and WHEREAS, Dr. Montague comes to the College with impressive credentials: she received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Truman State University, her Master of Arts degree from Lindenwood University, and her Doctorate degree in higher education administration from the University of Missouri - St. Louis, and WHEREAS, Dr. Montague's work experience has prepared her well for her new role: she spent eleven years at the University of Missouri -St. Louis, where she advanced through several positions including both Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students; and most recently at Normandale Community College, the largest community college within the Minnesota State system, she devoted seven years in positions up to and including becoming its Vice President of Student Affairs and Chief Diversity Officer, and WHEREAS, Dr. Montague has devoted her career to helping students, especially those from underrepresented populations, find success in their college experience, and 277 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, September 4, 2018 WHEREAS, on September 7, 2018, Dr. Montague will be inaugurated as only the fourth president in the history of Tompkins Cortland Community College, and will take up the task of steering that great institution for years to come, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature, on behalf of the people of our County, extends its hearty congratulations to Orinthia T. Montague, PhD, on the occasion of her inauguration as President of Tompkins Cortland Community College, and extends to her our firm support and sincere best wishes as she leads this wonderful institution into the bright and happy future of service to our students and our community. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planninu, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on September 24"'. Minutes of Previous Meeting August 21, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m. 278 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 10-2-18 Thursday, September 20, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Titl Status Departed Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present 7:45 PM Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Excused Michael Sigler Member Present Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day Ms. Kelles announced an executive session will be held later in the meeting to discuss real estate negotiations and labor negotiations. Privilege of the Floor by the Public There were no members of the public in attendance who wished to speak. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Ms. Kelles read the following update she received from Ducson Nguyen on City of Ithaca Common Council activities: 1. The IURA (Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency) ranked the Green St Garage proposals on a number of factors such as community benefit and financial viability. Vecino's 209 affordable -unit proposal ranked highest, followed distantly by Visum and Harold's Holdings and Peak (the first team) last. The next meeting on the subject will be a public hearing at city hall, 8:30 am on Thursday September 27. 2. Council authorized the sale of some property on South Cayuga Street to INNS (Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services) for the construction of affordable owner -occupied housing. 279 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 3. Phase II of the comprehensive plan is focusing on the Southside neighborhood and the plan has been made public for comment. There is still plenty of time to review it. The article about the plan will be published in the Ithaca Voice and a link to the full plan will be available. 4. The Diocese of Rochester put out an RFP (Request for Proposal) for redeveloping the Immaculate Conception school site. Council passed a resolution encouraging affordable housing and allowing GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center) to use the existing gymnasium. Basically it's a signal to developers that if they pursue a PUD, those attributes are what Council will want to see. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Lane referred to the saying "Justice delayed is Justice Denied" and said there are not enough judges in Tompkins County to handle the criminal court cases and this causes delays. There are only two judges in Tompkins County which has a population of over 100,000. He said the County has been moving towards having additional courts and the State needs to be pressed to approve a third judge for Tompkins County. Mr. Lane said there are always disagreements about judges and this is why last year the State Senate passed legislation that would have authorized this but that legislation didn't get to the Assembly. He said a third judge will help reduce the population of the Jail and Tompkins County needs to double its efforts to make this happen. Mr. Granison announced several upcoming community activities: Welcome America Week; showing of Human Flow at Cinemapolis this evening; September 22, Ithaca Dog Fest at Treman Park; First Peoples Festival September 29 at Dewitt Park; showing of Tommy Plane at Airport on September 29; and this Saturday is Cornell's Homecoming. Ms. Kelles said September is Hunger Action month and reported she and other Legislators went to Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) and toured the food pantry they have started and is run by some of the students. They then visited the Town of Enfield food pantry that had been closed due to structural deficiencies but has reopened as a result of $23,000 in donations. She said it was eye-opening and heartwarming and stressed there are a lot of people who use and depend on that pantry. Lastly, they had lunch with others at Titus Towers hosted by meals on wheels. Ms. Kelles encouraged everyone to attend Porch Fest on September 23rd in Fall Creek; this is something that started in Ithaca and has spread throughout the world. Presentation on Homeless Services Request for Proposals - 2018 Kit Kephart, Commissioner of Social Services; Deana Bodnar, Deputy Commissioner of Social Services; and Tom Herden, Director of Administrative Services, provided the Legislature with a presentation on Homeless Services Request for Proposals - 2018 that incorporated changes recommended by the Health and Human Services Committee. Resolutions Added to the Agenda It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add the resolution to the agenda entitled Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authorization to Execute Contracts for Homeless Services - Department of Social Services. Mr. Lane announced the following two changes that were approved by the Joint Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees meeting prior to the Legislature meeting: the amount in the last Resolved was changed from $62,650 to $62,250 and language stating "no 280 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 expenses are to be paid without the approval of the County Administrator". The amendments were accepted as friendly. Health and Human Services Committee Resolution No. 2018-203: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authoriz ation to Execute Contracts for Homeless Services - Department of Social Services (ID #8119) It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. Lane, to recommend Version A as follows: "WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services, having received notice that its current provider was no longer willing to provide certain services previously included in the homeless shelter contract, issued in July a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Homeless Services, and "WHEREAS, in late August the Department received three proposals for operation of a homeless shelter and a day drop-in center for homeless persons, and "WHEREAS, each response satisfied the requirements of the RFP, proposed to continue service provision at the current location, and was more expensive than the most recent agreements with the current provider, and "WHEREAS, with the input of the leadership of the County's Continuum of Care group and local funders of the drop-in center, the Department selected its preferred provider on the basis of its compatible philosophy, flexibility, and the knowledge and experience of key staff, and "WHEREAS, although next year's additional expense associated with these agreements, and an adjustment to the Department's Fiscal Target, will be addressed during the County's 2019 Budget development process, neither the additional cost of each contract in the final months of this year nor the one-time startup expenses for facility repairs and upgrades or on -boarding of key staff were anticipated in the Department's current budget, now therefore be it "RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Department of Social Services is hereby authorized to execute contracts with St. John's Community Services for operation of the County's day drop-in center and emergency homeless shelter programs, "RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to release $97,503 from the Contingency Account and to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget (no expenses are to be paid without the approval of the County Administrator) to cover the additional net local cost associated with the initial months of the above agreement (including $62,250 for certain critical start-up expenses): Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Drop-in Center & Start-up $74,987 6140.54400 Safety Net shelter placements $58,116 1990.54400 Contingency Account -$97,503 Revenue: 6010.44610 Fed: Social Services Admin $12,372 6010.43610 NYS: Social Services Admin $6,374 6140.43640 NYS: Safety Net $16,854 281 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20" It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, to substitute the resolution for Version B with the same amendments that were accepted as friendly to the original resolution. At the suggestion of Ms. Kelles as to whether grant funding could still be received after repairs are completed, Ms. Bodnar said some items on the list would not be covered by the grant but believes there may be a possibility and will look into this. Ms. Black said she would have liked to have more time to review the information and is hopeful numbers will come in less than presented. She said she can support the resolution based on the requirement that Mr. Molino approve all expenses. Ms. Black said she would like a conversation to take place with St. John's to let them know that the additional start-up costs is a one-time opportunity. Ms. Kelles commented that there are a lot of unknowns and that is making Legislators uncomfortable; however, this needs to move forward because the shelter is a critical service. She said it is important that Legislators be kept informed as this moves forward and asked Mr. Molino to provide regular updates. Mr. Molino agreed and said everyone wants the provider to succeed and provide the services that are needed in the community. While the provider is new he said there is familiarity with the leadership that makes this more comfortable. He said there will be regular communication and he will keep the Legislature up-to-date. A voice vote on the amendment to substitute the resolution for Version B resulted as follows: Ayes - 10 (Legislators Black, Champion, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, and Sigler); Noes - 3 (Legislators Dawson, Granison, and Lane); Excused - 1 (Legislator Robertson). AMENDMENT CARRIED. The resolution as amended was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [12 TO 1] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler NAYS: Henry Granison EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services, having received notice that its current provider was no longer willing to provide certain services previously included in the homeless shelter contract, issued in July a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Homeless Services, and WHEREAS, in late August the Department received three proposals for operation of a homeless shelter and a day drop-in center for homeless persons, and WHEREAS, each response satisfied the requirements of the RFP, proposed to continue service provision at the current location, and was more expensive than the most recent agreements with the current provider, and 282 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 WHEREAS, with the input of the leadership of the County's Continuum of Care group and local funders of the drop-in center, the Department selected its preferred provider on the basis of its compatible philosophy, flexibility, and the knowledge and experience of key staff, and WHEREAS, although next year's additional expense associated with these agreements, and an adjustment to the Department's Fiscal Target, will be addressed during the County's 2019 Budget development process, neither the additional cost of each contract in the final months of this year nor the one-time startup expenses for facility repairs and upgrades or on -boarding of key staff were anticipated in the Department's current budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Department of Social Services is hereby authorized to execute contracts with St. John's Community Services for operation of the county's day drop-in center and emergency homeless shelter programs, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to release $117,753 from the Contingency Account and to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget (no expenses are to be paid without the approval of the County Administrator) to cover the additional net local cost associated with the initial months of the above agreement (including $89,250 for start-up expenses): Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Drop-in Center & Start-up $101,987 6140.54400 Safety Net shelter placements $58,116 1990.54400 Contingency Account -$117,753 Revenue: 6010.44610 Fed: Social Services Admin $16,827 6010.43610 NYS: Social Services Admin $8,669 6140.43640 NYS: Safety Net $16,854 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Kelles had no report. She announced the following Chair's appointments: Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 8120) RESULT: APPT'D BY CHAIR Workforce Development Board 283 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Heather McDaniel - Economic Development representative - term expires June 30, 2021 Bridgette Nugent - Youth Service Organization representative - term expires June 30, 2020 Orinthia Montague - Higher Education representative - term expires June 30, 2021 Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino reported on the Health Consortium and recent successes; it has seen some growth and expects to continue to see growth. He has had discussions with Executive Director Don Barber about them having a permanent staff member. They feel it is time to hire a full-time Director and have the County be the conduit in an arrangement similar to what Bolton Point has with the Town of Ithaca. The County would provide the employee with benefits the Consortium wouldn't otherwise be able to provide with all costs reimbursed by the Consortium. Discussions will continue and said it is expected that potentially more positions could be added in the future and the Consortium could become its own organization. This would be of no cost to the County as the consortium would fully reimburse the County for all costs. Mr. Molino reported they have closed the Office for the Aging Director application process with 29 qualified applicants, both internal and external. The first screening will be completed and phone interviews will be the next step. Report from the Countv Attorne Mr. Wood responded to Mr. Lane's comment about the need for a new judge and said an additional youth court will be needed due to Raise the Age. He said he provided Legislators with a written update on activities the County Attorney's Office is engaged in. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder announced the Deputy Finance Director position is still posted on the Human Resources Department website thru September 28th. There have been six qualified applicants that include both internal and external. Withdrawal of Resolution from the Agenda Vice Chair Kelles granted permission to Mr. McKenna to withdraw the resolution from the agenda entitled Airport Ambassador/Contract Extension - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Robertson Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 8020) 284 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Advisory Board on Indigentpresentation Robert Lynch - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Tompkins Cortland Communi , College Board of Trustees Arthur Kuckes - Tompkins County representative; term expires June 30, 2025 Developmental Disabilities Subcommittee Jeffrey D. Boles - Community member representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Personal Emergency Response Service Advisory Board Matthew Skeval - Representative of an agency representing the disabled or elderly (Police Agency) - term expires December 31, 2019 Resolution No. 2018-204: Scheduling a Public Hearing for the 2018 New York State Ho mes and Community Renewal Housing Tr ust Fund Corporation Community Development Block Grant Program Application (ID #8080) WHEREAS, the New York State Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is an important source of funding to address community development objectives in the County, and WHEREAS, the 2018 New York State Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal CDBG Program Application requires a public hearing be held prior to the submission of an application for funding, and WHEREAS, the 2018 New York State Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal CDBG Program Application announcement is expected soon and timelines for completing public hearings and application drafting are usually very short, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That the public hearing on submitting an application for the 2018 round of the Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal CDBG funding be held at the County Legislature meeting scheduled for October 16, 2018, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the County Legislature is authorized to place proper notice of this public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution N o. 2018-2 05: R esolution U rging the N ew York State Le gislature to Pas s Bill A.7653A/S.8709 that Authorizes the Sheriff to Assign a Transgender or Intersex Inmate to Any Facility Housing Unit which Shall Ensure the Inmate's Health and Safety (ID #8070) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has been a leader in supporting and fighting for the human rights, dignity, and respect of all people, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County was one of the first counties in the State of New York to pass Local Law No. 6-1991, amended in its entirety in 2004 as Local Law No. 1-2004 , (commonly known as 285 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Local Law C), to protect against discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is committed to the health and safety of all residents, including those people who are confined in County Jail, and WHEREAS, New York Consolidated Laws, Correction Law - Cor Section 500-b, Section 3. provides that: "No female confined in a county jail shall be assigned to or housed in a facility housing unit with a male; and if detained on civil process, or for contempt, or as a witness, she shall not be put or kept in the same room with a man, except her husband." and WHEREAS, people of transgender and intersex status experience are among the most vulnerable in our jails and prisons, and WHEREAS, New York State Assembly Bill A.7653A/S.8709 authorizes the sheriff to assign a transgender or intersex inmate to any facility housing unit which shall ensure the inmate's health and safety and is consistent with facility management and security, and WHEREAS, New York State Assembly Bill A.7653A was passed on May 2, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges the New York State Senate to immediately pass S.8709, which authorizes the sheriff to assign a transgender or intersex inmate to any facility housing unit which shall ensure the inmate's health and safety and is consistent with facility management and security, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature send copies of this resolution to Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton and State Senators James L. Seward, Pamela Helming, and Thomas F. O'Mara and request their support for the passage of the legislation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-206: Authorization to Accept an Award of a Grant for the Benefit of the Drug Treatment Courts of Tompkins County - Prob ation and C ommunity Justice Department (ID #8008) WHEREAS, the Probation and Community Justice Director has been notified of a grant award in the amount of $25,000 from the Park Foundation to provide for program improvements and support to the Drug Treatment Courts of Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the grant in the amount of $25,000 (payable over two years in equal installments of $12,500 each) from the local foundation to provide for program improvements and support to the Drug Treatment Courts of Tompkins County be accepted and that the County Administrator or his designee execute all contracts related to this award, 286 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FROM: (Revenue) A3990.42705 TO: (Appropriation) A3990.54332 A3990.54333 A3990.54442 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Gifts & Donations $12,500 Books $ 1,500 Education & Promotion $ 500 Professional Services $10,500 Resolution No. 2018-207: Award o f Bid - Sno w Removal Equipment - Ramp Dozer - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8084) WHEREAS, the Finance Department has duly advertised for bids for the Ramp Dozer for the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, two (2) bids were duly received for this project: Monroe Tractor, Inc. (Campbell, NY) $ 475,484.40 O'Hara Machinery, Inc. (Auburn, NY) $ 491,329.89 , and WHEREAS, Monroe Tractor is the lowest responsible bidder, and will be awarded the bid for the Snow Removal Equipment - Ramp Dozer for a total cost of $475,484.40, and WHEREAS, the budget for said project is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant 90% $427,936 (full grant amount $435,600) New York State 5% $ 23,792 (full NYS Amount $24,200) Airport/PFC's 5% $ 23,792 (full Airport Amount $24,200) , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure, That the Ramp Dozer be awarded to Monroe Tractor, Inc., of Campbell, New York, with a bid of $475,484.40, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to advance payments for this project until reimbursement is received from New York State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -25 287 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-208: Authorizing a Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law No. c of 201 8 - Amending the Tompkins County Charter -Art icle 11- Air Servic e Board (ID #8089) WHEREAS, the County had authorized the Air Service Board to operate with ten members total, but a change to the County Charter made by Local Law No. 1, adopted in 2017, changed it to eight members total, and WHEREAS, the County Charter, Article 11, Air Service Board membership needs to be revised to change the number of members to be determined by resolution, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York on October 2, 2018, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. c of 2018 - Amending the Tompkins County Charter - Article 11 - Air Service Board. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-209: Scheduling a Public H earing on the 2019 Tompkins County Budget an d the 2019-2023 Tompkins County Capital Program (ID #8045) WHEREAS, the tentative 2019 Tompkins County Budget and the 2019-2023 Tompkins County Capital Program are scheduled to be adopted on October 16, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in Legislative Chambers, located at 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, at 7:00 o'clock in the evening thereof concerning the review of the tentative 2019 Tompkins County Budget and the 2019 - 2023 Tompkins County Capital Program. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee met prior to this meeting and received a presentation on the Freese Road Bridge project and considered several resolutions that are on this evening's agenda and the agenda for the next Legislature meeting. 288 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-210: Authoriz ation to Execu to an Agreement with the Town of Ithaca - CR 119, Coddin gton Road Highway Safety Improvements at Burns Road and East King Road Interse ctions, Town of Ithaca, PIN 3753.24 (ID #8013) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, Tompkins County and the New York State Department of Transportation have entered into an agreement whereby the County will receive Highway Safety Improvement Program funding to reconstruct County Road 119, Coddington Road at its intersections with Burns Road and East King Road (the "Project"), and WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca desires to replace water main and appurtenances within the Project limits otherwise not requiring replacement whose depths would exceed seven (7) feet following Project construction, and WHEREAS, the County has designed and awarded a contract to complete Project construction including replacement of said water main and appurtenances, and WHEREAS, the County has determined the cost to complete the replacement of said water main and appurtenances based on bid prices in the construction contract, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Town of Ithaca to fund replacement of said water main and appurtenances and to specify responsibilities for their continued maintenance, RESOLVED, further, That the 2018-2022 Capital Program reflects a funding contribution of $154,074 from the Town of Ithaca to the Coddington Road Capital Account (HZ5103.59239.53.08): HZ FUND - HIGHWAY FACILITIES AND PROJECTS Incr. Revenue Account: HZ5103.42797.53.08 - Other Local Gov't Contributions $154,740 SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met on September 10th and received a presentation on Source of Income. The Ithaca Free Clinic will provide a presentation at the next meeting on October 9th at 4 p.m. 289 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-211: Acceptan ce of Learn ing Resource Grant fro m Kresge F oundation, Authorization to Execute Contracts, and Budget Adjustment - Public Health Department (ID #8058) Mr. Kruppa introduced Sam Hillson, Director of Health Promotion, who brought the grant to his attention and assisted in preparing the application. He explained the purpose of the resolution and said The Kresge Foundation's Emerging Leaders in Public Health (ELPH) program provides funding to local health departments to make transformational change in their organizations and improve health outcomes in their communities. Over the last several years, this organization has seen a transformation of privatization of direct services that health departments have traditionally held as well as a reduction in resources. The purpose is to challenge health departments to define and explore new long-term sustainable roles into the future. This funding will help in that area and to bring along the staff and community to have these conversations and ultimately lead to some transformative change for local health departments. The idea is to become the population health strategist around the issues of social determinants of health and more importantly focusing on how to maximize community resources to improve health outcomes by improving areas within social determinants of health. Subsequent to the grant being approved, a budget was submitted for approval through the Foundation to spend up to $125,000 to move this effort forward. He explained at this time how the funds would be spent and how department staff, community members, and the relevant advisory boards would be involved in the process over the next 14 months. Mr. Kruppa addressed Mr. Klein's questions and explained the purpose of the Kresge Foundation is transformation and in order to be part of the Emerging Leaders in Public Health project, the Department is required to make a declarative statement to transition to a social determinants of health role moving forward. Mr. Kruppa also stated there is nothing wrong with the current role of the Department; it will always provide a direct service, but there have been changes over the last few years with its programs that have changed the status quo. Mr. Klein asked for an explanation of the statement "...addressing gaps in urban and rural dynamics for receipt of services in the city". Mr. Kruppa said that much of the human services and social determinant type conversations are centered around the City and they want to make sure the rural areas are part of the discussion about the future of public health outcomes. Mr. Klein questioned how the Technical Assistance from Cooperative Extension will help with the Natural Leaders Initiative. Mr. Kruppa explained community health will be woven into the program and the hope is to bring community connections through community members pairing with staff members of the Department. He hopes an opportunity will open up for them to apply for some small funding that will help move forward a project, initiative, or build upon something that is already happening that will help the Department achieve improvement around social determinants of health. Mr. Klein explained his opposition to this resolution. He believes the programs currently being offered are non -income based and are free which is equity and social justice. He also thought if the Department is considering a different role that the Legislature would have been involved in the policy setting. He also spoke to the lack of involvement of staff and advisory board members. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had the same question as Mr. Klein concerning the Natural Leaders Initiative and said she does not quite understand the response or how one service is chosen over another. She understands and believes Departments do have the authority to do things to improve their work without the Legislature micromanaging it. However, she would like to see a process that appears to be open so that everyone has a fair chance. 290 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Ms. Koreman said she likes the sound of the program and would encourage feedback from the community and Legislators and ways to be more inclusive. Mr. John believes this is a great opportunity and any policy initiatives would come back to the appropriate committee. Mr. Kruppa said the Legislature and both advisory boards will be a part of the conversation and said it has been built into the process. RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 11 MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler NAYS: Daniel Klein EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the Public Health Director and Director of Health Promotion envision the role of the Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) transforming from a service -provision model to the Population Health Strategist model to address social determinants of health, the underlying cause of many diseases in our community, and WHEREAS, The Kresge Foundation Emerging Leaders in Public Health (ELPH) program provides funding throughout the country to local health departments to make transformational change in their organizations and improve health outcomes in their communities, and WHEREAS, on June 27, 2018, the TCHD Team - Public Health Director and Director of Health Promotion - was selected as one of 20 local health departments across the country to participate in the ELPH program, and WHEREAS, the TCHD Team applied for a Learning Resource Grant from The Kresge Foundation in the amount of $125,000 to conduct key activities that will expand the capacity of the local department and move it forward in assuming its new role as the Population Health Strategist, and WHEREAS, the TCHD Team will develop a model of alignment within the Health Department and with community partners to improve health outcomes and move towards achieving health equity, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Health Department is authorized to accept the Emerging Leaders in Public Health grant funds in the amount of $125,000, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the grant, 291 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2018 on his books for the Emerging Leaders in Public Health grant: Revenue: 4011.42070 Contrib fr Priv Agencies $61,140 Appropriation: 4011.52206 Computer Equipment $ 3,000 4011.54303 Office Supplies $ 500 4011.54412 Travel & Training $12,140 4011.54400 Program Expense $20,100 4011.54442 Professional Svc. Fees $25,400 RESOLVED, further, That the remainder, $63,860, will be included in the Health Department's 2019 budget by budget adjustment. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-212: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal -Pay Reimbursement — Tompkins County Office for the Aging (ID #8031) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging had one Aging Services Specialist retire on August 10, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to be paid to the department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $45,592.39 TO: A6771.51000559 Aging Services Specialist $31,380.27 A6771.58800 Fringes $14,212.12 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Housing Committee 292 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Mr. Sigler, Vice Chair, said the Committee discussed the zero energy on modular homes on a program NYSERDA is moving ahead with. He had concern over what they felt the median cost of a home was at $180,000. Ms. Dawson responded that she, too, was initially concerned but after looking at it there was a lot of savings in energy costs and energy usage. She thinks there is a market for this housing. Public Safetv Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met September 5th and had reports from various departments. The Committee also discussed the resolution on the agenda about a co -location study for the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County Law Enforcement. Resolution No. 2018-213: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and A uthorization to Execute an Agreement for Consulting for a Tom pkins County and City of Ithaca Law Enforcement Co -Location Study (ID #8071) Mr. John said the County has gone through an extensive study that looked at the Jail and alternatives -to -incarceration programs. The study determined the physical space of the Jail is in need of updating and upgrading. At the same time the County has been looking at the Jail the City has also been looking at deficiencies in its police facility. Mr. John spoke of the Shared Services Committee's review that identified consolidation of police agencies as a potential area that could save costs, but it would involve co -locating and that was going to be difficult. However, there are benefits and he said this proposal for co -locating the Sheriff's Road Patrol and Civil Division and the City could allow the County to look at consolidation at some point in the future and this will identify whether this would be a viable option. In response to Mr. Morey, Mr. John said this study restricts any sites being looked at to being in the City of Ithaca. Mr. Lane said Ithaca is the County seat and for many years the Sheriff was located in the City. Mr. Sigler said he opposes the resolution because it lacks transparency and he doesn't support the study looking only at locations in the City. Ms. Dawson said she does not support consolidating the Sheriffs Office and Ithaca Police Department. However, because the County is in a position of needing to find additional space for programs in the Jail she will support this study being conducted. Mr. John asked for everyone to keep an open mind because it is a study. Nothing would happen without this Legislature talking about it and voting. It is because of the rare moment in time that both the City and County are looking at this; there likely won't be another time when this opportunity exists. Ms. Kelles said there appears to be a sentiment that the City wants to hoard everything in the City, she does not interpret the study intention as such. The physical position of the County seat is at the bottom of the Lake in the City so it might equalize access to all parts of the County and is worth an investigation. However, the study is not a commitment; the County can also go through another study to get the information about sites outside the City. Ms. Kelles also clarified that the CGR study did not recommend consolidation. Mr. John clarified that he supports the study of co -location, but there is a long way to go to consider consolidation. 293 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Ms. Black questioned whether there could be satellite locations. Mr. John said that is not a part of this study, but if there is a recommendation to look further that would likely be part of a follow-up study RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 2] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna NAYS: Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Martha Robertson WHEREAS, Tompkins County ("County"), and the City of Ithaca ("City"), as well as residents and business owners in the community want to improve public safety and public order in our community, and, WHEREAS, last year, the City and County, as well as other municipalities in the County, engaged in a Tompkins County Law Enforcement Shared Services Study ("Study") of the possibility of consolidation of public safety offices in the County by the Center for Government Research, and WHEREAS, one outcome of the study was a recommendation to examine options for shared services as alternatives to consolidation, including the possibility of the co -location of facilities, and WHEREAS, the City is in the process of examining its Police Department Building, and has determined that an assessment of the current and future needs for the functioning of the Department as a whole is necessary, and WHEREAS, the County is in the process of examining its Public Safety Building, and has determined that an assessment of the current and future needs for the functioning of the Sheriff's Office as a whole is necessary, and WHEREAS, the City and County have engaged in preliminary discussions to consider the feasibility and benefits that might accrue from the co -location of the City Police Department and the County Road Patrol and Civil Division within a jointly operated facility, and WHEREAS, co -location of the City and County could provide the potential ability to share facilities for, but not limited to, arresting, booking, processing, holding cells, training rooms, meeting and interview rooms, SWAT storage, as well as entries, common areas, and building mechanicals, and WHEREAS, in order to determine whether co -location of the City and County law enforcement agencies in a common facility should be considered by the City Common Council and the County Legislature, further information is needed on issues related to the available land for such a facility and the respective space needs for the City and County, and WHEREAS, the City and County have received a proposal from Kingsbury Architecture, LLC, an architectural consulting company, to conduct a study and prepare a report in order to address the 294 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 above -identified issues, with a quoted cost of $19,650 with such amount to be divided between the City and County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County supports the initiative to study the potential co -location of the City Police Department and the County Sheriff's Road Patrol and Civil Division, and pending similar approval by the City, agrees to fund one half of the cost of the proposed study in an amount not to exceed $10,000, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute the documentation necessary to commence the study, and to appoint County representatives to a temporary committee to provide input to the consultant performing the study. RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 budget: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $10,000 TO: A1230.54442 Professional Services $10,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-20 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met on September 7th and heard a report on the Dryden Rail Trails. The Committee discussed Route 13 from NYSEG to Dryden and doing a future study to look at access management. There presently is not any money to do this but thinks the County should be willing to add funds to the budget. In addition the Committee had a report on the City's build planning grant application for a Route 13 located within the City. There was also discussion concerning the bus terminal closing. Recess Ms. Kelles declared recess at 7:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:48 p.m. Ms. Champion was excused during recess. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and approved a resolution on tax exemptions for limited incomes for persons with disabilities and persons 65 years of age or older. The Committee also recommended a resolution to suspend the temporary Local Boards of Assessment Review for one year; the action requires a Charter amendment. Also, the Committee discussed membership in the National Association of Counties (NACo); however, there was not a lot of interest but the Committee decided to gather more information. There was consensus from the Committee that changes to the County's webpage were acceptable and that project will move forward and the new website will be launched in the next month or so. The next meeting will be October 17th. Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee 295 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, September 20, 2018 Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee will meet on September 24th and will receive presentations on TCAT's first mile, last mile pilot program, small scale wind mill projects, plastic bag ban proposal, tourism, and from Cornell University on a campus energy project. Budnet. Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has held three Expanded Budget Committee meetings and two more are scheduled to receive presentations from County departments. The regular Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting will be interviewing applicants for the Tompkins Cortland Community College Board of Trustees next week. The Committee continues the direct report review process and four separate meetings will be scheduled to speak with the four individuals. Ms. Koreman asked to be informed when meetings are scheduled with the four Direct Reports. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, said Committee will next meet on September 26th Minutes of Previous Meeting September 4, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Black, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Sigler EXCUSED: Amanda Champion, Martha Robertson Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to enter into executive session at 7:59 p.m. to discuss labor negotiations and contract negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 8:51 p.m. Adiournment The meeting adjourned at 8:51 p.m. 296 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes —Approved 10-16-18 Tuesday, October 2, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Public Hearing Proposed Local Law No. c of 2018 - A Local Law Amending the Tompkins County Charter - Article 11 - Air Service Board Ms. Robertson called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2018 - A Local Law Amending the Tompkins County Charter - Article 11 - Air Service Board and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:31 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Late 5:32 PM Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Excused David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day Ms. Robertson announced an executive session will be held later in the meeting concerning real estate negotiations. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Dooley Kiefer, Village of Cayuga Heights, referenced an article in the Ithaca Journal about a court ruling stating the County wasn't required to reimburse homeowners in the Hornbrook Road action because it was a legally justified police action. She suggested that the County consider through the budget process paying the homeowners for their loss. Report from a Municipal Official(s) 297 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 George McGonigal, Common Council Alderman, reported street reconstruction around the City is continuing and almost complete. He reported the City is in the process of selling two acres of property at the south end of Cherry Street to Emmy's Organics that makes organic foods and snacks. They will be adding five jobs, of which three will pay a living wage. The Mayor's budget will be presented tomorrow evening and extra sessions will be held in October to hear from City departments. He is optimistic about the City adding another road crew for the Department of Public Works which will allow them to have a lot more flexibility and get a lot of work done by not having to contract it out. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. McGonigal said he did not have any new information to offer concerning LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion). Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Klein commented this summer marked five years since the Legislature moved into these Chambers. Ms. Robertson said this is a much more welcoming public space. Ms. Koreman reminded everyone the ribbon -cutting ceremony for the new Airlines is October 4th and that evening there will be a celebration of the new Airlines at the Statler. The Governor will be in town for the Airport groundbreaking expansion project on October 5th. Mr. John reported on the success of the Tommy Plane event at the Airport that took place on September 30th. It took 15 years to get the plane restored and will be one of the premier exhibits in the Tompkins Center for History and Culture. Ms. Champion announced a Family Fun event will be held on October 6t" at Stewart Park; the purpose is to get people engaged and out to vote. Mr. Granison announced October 7th is the first day of the Friends of the Library annual book sale. He also acknowledged that Monday, October 8th is Indigenous Peoples Day. Mr. Lane announced several activities will take place on Saturday in Dryden for the Harvest Festival. He also commented on the Tommy Plane event and said the plane was built only 15 years after the Wright Brothers took their first flight. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson also commented about the Tommy Plane and thanked those who volunteered and participated in the event. She announced voter registration is open until October 12th. In addition, she reported on the NYSAC conference that she attended last week and the Women's Leadership Council. She said she will also be serving on a Climate Resiliency Committee that is getting started to look at risks associated with climate change. Legislators Black, John, Granison, and Dawson, reported on the sessions they attended at the Fall NYSAC conference and topics that were discussed and acted upon. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator 298 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Mr. Molino reported yesterday Arnie Hendrix began as Deputy County Administrator. By the end of the week he expects Mr. McGuire will be sending information out to follow up on Expanded Budget Committee meetings. He spoke of a recent positive experience he had using the TCAT bus system and said he thinks there are other opportunities to partner with TCAT. Lastly, he reported on the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) he attended in Baltimore. He offered to provide details on any of the sessions he attended upon request. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood announced yesterday was the first day of Raise the Age. It starts with 16 year olds and in a year will include 17 year olds. He said in response to questions about the staffing and workload in the office information was provided to Legislators. Mr. Lane referred to the comment under Privilege of the Floor in reference to the Hombrook Road incident and said although unfortunate the actions of the tenant were the cause of the home being put in that condition. He thanked Mr. Wood for defending the County and doesn't see any avenue where the County could provide funding for a property owner in a case like this. Ms. Kelles asked about next steps and progress with identifying a secure detention facility. Deputy County Administrator Lisa Holmes said a resolution will come to the Public Safety Committee tomorrow to authorize the County Administrator to enter into an Inter -Municipal Agreement to Form a Local Development Corporation for the Joint Establishment of a Specialized Secure Detention Facility with 11 other counties. It looks like it will be Camp Monterey in Schuyler County. The State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) will be coming to do a site visit and they are hopeful it will have a good result. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder provided an overview of the sales tax receipts for August and said the County's portion was up 9.33% compared to last year and year-to-date it was up 6.95%. He also reported on the Health Insurance Consortium and said as of last week the roster will be 40 municipalities in the Consortium and one of those is Seneca County, the first County to join the Consortium. He announced tomorrow morning Finance staff will be undergoing training for new financial software and over the next six weeks they will be migrating information over to the new system. Mr. Snyder said employees from the Legislature, Planning Department, and the Old Jail underwent de-escalation training this morning that was conducted by employees of the Sheriffs Office, Probation Department, and Mental Health Department. Ms. Robertson said in reference to sales tax she will make available information she received pertaining to the sources of sales tax revenues in New York State for any Legislator who is interested. August Sales Tax Report (ID#8124) RESULT: C OMPLETED Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. 299 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: McBean-Clairborne Resolution No. 2018-214: Award of Bid - H illview Road Landfill Replacement Bed rock Well - Department of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #8087) WHEREAS, the Department of Finance -Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids for replacement bedrock well installation services for the Hillview Road Landfill, and WHEREAS, the Finance Department advertised and received one bid that was publicly opened and reviewed on Monday, September 10, 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the contract be awarded to Aztech Technologies, Inc., of 5 McCrea Hill Road, Ballston Spa, New York, in the amount of $27,423, RESOLVED, further, That funds are available in the Recycling and Materials Management Department Operating Fund account 8166.54442, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute a contract with Aztech Technologies, Inc. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 20 Resolution No. 2018-215: Establishing County Equalization Rates (ID #8044) WHEREAS, pursuant to Article III, Section 4.05, Subdivision (d) of the Tompkins County Charter and Code, the Director of Assessment has submitted and recommended the adoption of equalization rates for all towns in Tompkins County and the City of Ithaca for the assessment rolls filed in 2018, and for the apportionment of County taxes levied in 2019, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following equalization rates be and hereby are adopted: AGGREGRATE ASSESSED VALUATION OF TAXABLE REAL PROPERTY FOR TOWN COUNTY PURPOSES Town of Caroline 238,020,954 300 COUNTY EQUALIZATION RATE 100 AGGREGATE FULL VALUATION OF TAXABLE REAL PROPERTY FOR COUNTY PURPOSES 238,020,954 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Town of Danby 301,056,062 100 301,056,062 Town of Dryden 1,168,540,786 100 1,168,540,786 Town of Enfield 195,598,641 100 195,598,641 Town of Groton 374,001,271 100 374,001,271 Town of Ithaca 1,993,344,710 100 1,993,344,710 Town of Lansing 1,842,869,670 100 1,842,869,670 Town of 292,602,202 100 292,602,202 Newfield Town of Ulysses 509,985,589 100 509,985,589 City of Ithaca 2,040,516,960 100 2,040,516,960 TOTALS 8,956,536,845 8,956,536,845 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-216: Adoption of Regular and Supplemental Reports of Footings (Totals) and Assessment Rolls (ID #8043) WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires to maintain an official record of the 2018 Final Assessment Roll, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the regular and supplemental report of the totals (footings) of assessment rolls be accepted and the figures therein be used as a basis for the taxation in the several tax districts of the County for the year 2019 based upon the July 1, 2018, County of Tompkins Final Assessment Roll. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 217: Authorizing FFY 2019 Federal Transit Adm inistration Section 5339(C ) Low and No -emission Electric Tra nsit Bus Pr ogram Application for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) (ID #8117) WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5309 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, on August 24, 2018, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the County a competitive Section 5309(C) Low or No -Emission Bus Program grant for $2,290,000 on behalf of Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT), to purchase electric buses, and WHEREAS, the County needs to apply to FTA to obligate these funds in FFY 2019 (starting on October 1, 2018), and WHEREAS, the project was approved by the Ithaca -Tompkins County Transportation Council (I- TCTC) to be added to the Transportation Improvement Program on September 11, 2018 , and 301 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 WHEREAS, the County will receive and use said FTA funds as follows: TCAT Project Federal TCAT Total Purchase (3) 40 FT $2,290,000 $ 574,500 $ 2,862,500 Electric Transit Buses , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or his designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 5339(C) Low or No -Emission Bus Program Grant with a total budget of $2,862,500 including Federal and TCAT sources, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign: 1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and TCAT, Inc., and any third -party subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. A public hearing will be held soon concerning the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The State issued new regulations for the CDBG funding and is eliminating homeownership as a eligibility. Staff is working on this and has decided there are other programs that work for homeownership including rehabilitation and infrastructure on private properties. The next meeting will be October 15th. Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee will meet tomorrow and will have a presentation from Judge Miller on a proposal for a new Mental Health Court. The Committee will also discuss Raise the Age and have departmental reports. Ms. Dawson said she was contacted by a constituent about whether the County has a Disaster Plan. Mr. Molino said there are plans in place and information is available on the County's website; the reports can also be made available upon request. He added the point of contact for this information is Lee Shurtleff, Director of Emergency Response. Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, reported October 9th the Committee will meet and hear from the Ithaca Free Clinic and consider a resolution in support of legalizing marijuana in New York State. There may also be an update on the Office of Human Rights. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee 302 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be October 18th Resolution No. 2018- 218: Adoption of Local Law No. 3 of 2018 - A L ocal Law Am ending the Tompkins County Charter - Article 11- Air Service Board (ID #8090) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne WHEREAS, the County had authorized the Air Service Board to operate with ten members total, but a change to the County Charter made by Local Law No. 1, adopted in 2017, changed it to eight members total, and WHEREAS, the Air Service Board Bylaws indicates the membership should be ten, and WHEREAS, it is recommended that the Charter be changed to reflect that the number of members shall be determined by resolution of the County Legislature, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on October 2, 2018, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That proposed Local Law No. 3 - A Local Law Amending the Tompkins County Charter - Article 11 - Air Service Board is hereby adopted, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law within twenty days file one certified copy in the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be October 5th at the Crash Fire Rescue Building at the Airport. Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, reported the Committee met and had a long discussion about the input received on the Climate Survey. The Committee discussed the County considering adopting an accessibility assessment policy and acknowledging Indigenous Peoples Day. Government Operations Committee 303 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 2, 2018 Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be October 17th Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee met and received several presentations on topics including the plastic bag ban, agriculture and horticulture tourism, and medium -wind turbines. The next meeting will be October 22°d In reference to the farm tour, Ms. Koreman said the tour was rescheduled for October 12th. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Expanded Budget Committee has heard all departmental presentations and a review of the Capital Program by the County Administrator. He encouraged the public to attend the public forum on the Budget that will take place tomorrow evening at 7 p.m. The Committee will begin voting on amendments to the Tentative Budget next week. He explained the process for amendments and submitting those amendments for the proposed budget. The regular Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee will have a special meeting on October 16tt` to discuss the appointment to the Tompkins Cortland Community (TC3) Board of Trustees. Ms. Dawson commented that a resident from Lansing and a member of the Finger Lakes Veteran's for Peace Center in Ithaca is urging the Legislature to support establishing an office locally. Minutes of Previous Meeting September 20, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 6:48 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 6:55 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to hold an executive session at 6:55 p.m. concerning real estate negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 7:48 p.m. Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. 304 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 11-8-18 Tuesday, October 16, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Public Hearing - 2018 New York State Homes and Community Renewal Housim Trust Fund Corporation Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning the 2018 New York State Homes and Community Renewal Housing Trust Fund Corporation and asked if anyone wished to speak. David West, Sr. Planner for the Department of Planning and Sustainability, said New York State has made available up to $12 million for Community Development housing activities and Tompkins County can apply for up to $1 million for individuals with low income. The Department is working on applications to apply for funds for activities that will support low-income households. Delia Yarrow, Director of Lending Services for Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services (INHS), said they are working with three funders for doing work in Tompkins County and INHS will do its best to apply for as much State funding as possible. Examples of the type of work involved include making accessibility modifications and repairs, septic systems, wells, and roof repairs. She said there are 120 people currently on their waiting list and they will do another round of outreach if they are fortunate enough to receive funding. No one else wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:35 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Late 5:32 PM Rich John Member Late 5:50 PM Anna Kelles Member Late 5:32 PM Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day 305 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Ms. Robertson requested an executive session to discuss real estate negotiations be held later in the meeting. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield, read and submitted a statement. He spoke of the Old Library building that will soon be demolished and urged the Legislature to exercise every power it has to make sure Travis Hyde removes all asbestos from the Old Library building prior to demolition. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Lane announced Governor Cuomo was at the Airport today for the groundbreaking of the Airport project and said this is the beginning of a very important project and the beginning of Global Ithaca. Ms. Koreman reminded everyone of November 6th being Election Day and urged everyone to vote. Ms. Dawson said last night was the last meeting of the Expanded Budget Committee and this evening the Legislature will vote on the Tentative Budget. She recognized Mr. Molino and Mr. McGuire for their work throughout the budget process. Mr. Granison announced this Sunday the History Center will host an event to move History forward and they are looking for volunteers. Mrs. McBean-Clairbome recognized the group of County employees in attendance. She also acknowledged the third Annual Conference of the Alliance of Families for Justice that will be held here this weekend and the main topic of the conference will be the impact of mass incarceration on families. Ms. Koreman thanked the CSEA employees for attending the meeting. She also asked if the issue raised by Robert Lynch under Privilege of the Floor would be looked into. Ms. Robertson said the County Administrator will do that. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Ducson Nguyen, City of Ithaca Common Council Member, said the City has been busy with budget meetings and noted the Mayor's budget includes a $10,000 contribution to the Heritage Center. The Planning and Environmental Quality Committee discussed a scooter trial proposal; a lot of public input and work would need to be done before anything would be implemented. Mr. John arrived at this time. In response to Ms. Kelles, Mr. Nguyen said the LEAD proposal was discussed, but not in a lot of detail. Ms. Robertson asked if an agenda item to allow Legislators to speak at Common Council meetings could be considered; Mr. Nguyen said he has inquired about that, but will look into it again. Mr. John spoke of the Moving History Forward event that will be taking place this weekend and will include moving the History Center to its new home. 306 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson also reported on the Governor's visit and groundbreaking ceremony that took place at the Airport today. She thanked Airport Director Mike Hall and his staff for doing all of the work for this project along with their other responsibilities at the Airport. She said there is now non-stop air service to Dulles twice a day with the hope that more flights will be added. Also in December, there will be flights offered to Charlotte. Ms. Robertson reported on the new NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) Committee on climate resiliency; a phone conference took place today and they are arranging for a trip to the United Nations to meet with panel members. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino reported the County has implemented almost all of the projects contained in the Shared Services Plan and said he continues to wait for information from the State on shared services reimbursement. Most of the items in the Plan have been implemented. The Tompkins County Council of Governments academy is up and running and the Raise the Age is now in effect; no one has been placed in the program as of today. He provided updates on search processes for Directors of the Office for the Aging and Youth Services Department. He will provide Legislators with information on who will be on those selection committees. Report from the County Attorne Mr. Wood had no report. Resort from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder reported his Department is working on four projects: annual cost allocation plan; GASB75 that identifies projected retiree health insurance costs; financial management system; rollout of a County credit card system that will provide rebates for purchases. He also provided an update on the Deputy Finance Director position hiring and said he expects the position to be filled by the end of the year. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Robertson gave Ms. Black permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of Marijuana Legalization in New York State. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Sigler, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add an appointment to the Tompkins Cortland Community College Board of Trustees to the agenda. Consent Agenda 307 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Resolution No. 2018-219: Authoriz ation to Ent er into an Inter-Municip al Agreement to Form a Local Developm ent Corporation f or the Joint Establishment of a Specialized Secure Detention Facilit y to Compl y With Rais a the Ag Laws (ID #8109) WHEREAS, New York State passed legislation as part of the 2017-2018 New York State Budget requiring implementation of new Raise the Age laws by counties beginning on October 1, 2018, with anticipated reimbursement of associated costs to counties, and WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 2018-78, adopted on April 17, 2018, the Tompkins County Legislature authorized the County's participation in the Raise the Age Compliance Coalition and authorized the County Administrator to execute the corresponding April 2018 Memorandum of Understanding to that effect, and WHEREAS, the Raise the Age laws of New York State require counties to develop and have available various levels of juvenile detention, and WHEREAS, County Law Section 218-a authorizes a contract between one or more counties providing for the joint establishment, operation, and maintenance by such counties of a joint county detention facility, and WHEREAS, Not -for Profit Corporation Law Section 1411 allows any one or more counties of the State to create a Local Development Corporation to be incorporated by public officers or private individuals and operated for exclusively charitable or specific public purposes, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is desirous of entering into an Inter -Municipal Agreement with a consortium of counties to create a Local Development Corporation for the purpose of recommending how to develop, establish, operate, maintain, and fund a new joint county detention facility, and WHEREAS, participation in this Inter -Municipal Agreement will not bind the County to contribute funds or resources to acquire and/or construct any detention facility, but the cost of creating a Local Development Corporation will require a shared contribution from participating Counties, and WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 2018-106, adopted on May 15, 2018, $15,000 in contingent funds were allocated to contract with Treahy Consulting on Raise the Age implementation, and the consultant will apply unspent fees from this contract toward the formation of the Local Development Corporation, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to sign an Inter -Municipal Agreement with a consortium of counties for the purposes listed above, 308 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is hereby authorized to represent Tompkins County on the inter -municipal committee charged with the formation of the Local Development Corporation referenced above. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-220: Budget Transfers Across Budgeting Units Environmental Health (4090) and Occupational Health and Safety (4013) — Health Depa rtment (ID #8133) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.01, Item B, Transfers Between Budgeting Units or Programs, require program committee and Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Environmental Health budgeting unit promoted the Information Aide position to Administrative Assistant - Level 1 position, and WHEREAS, funds are available in Occupational Health and Safety budgeting unit due to vacancy earlier in the year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books: Health Department FROM Title Amt TO Title(s) 4013.51000297 Emp. H&S Coord. $8,500 4090.51000531 Admin. Ass't. Level 1 4013.58800 Fringe $3,850 4090.58800 Fringe SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-221: Budget Transfers Across Budgeting Units Environmental Health (4090) and Planning and Coordination of Children with Special Care Needs (4047) — Health Department (ID #8134) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.01, Item B, Transfers Between Budgeting Units or Programs, require program committee and Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Health Department implemented the pooling of Health Department -owned vehicles for efficiency earlier in the year, and WHEREAS, increased use of the fleet has occurred resulting in lower local mileage costs and increased fuel consumption, and WHEREAS, funds are available in Environmental Health and Planning and Coordination of Children With Special Care Needs and Community Health where they were originally budgeted, now therefore be it 309 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfers on his books: Health Department FROM Title Amt TO Title(s) 4047.54414 Local Mileage $1,000 4010.54310 Automotive Fuel 4090.54414 Local Mileage $1,000 4010.54310 Automotive Fuel SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 222: Budget Transfer Acro ss Budgeting Units Public Health Administratio n (4010), Planning and Coordination of Children with Special Care Needs (4047), and Community Health (4016) — Health Department (ID #8135) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.01, Item B, Transfers Between Budgeting Units or Programs, require program committee and Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, Public Health is mandated by New York State Public Health Law to provide rabies post -exposure treatment and diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections, and WHEREAS, current expenditures in these programs are exceeding budget, and WHEREAS, funds are available in Public Health Administration budgeting unit due to vacancies of a Sr. Account Clerk Typist and Administrative Assistant - Level 3 earlier in the year, and WHEREAS, funds are available in Planning and Coordination of Children with Special Care Needs budgeting unit due to vacancies of Sr. Account Clerk Typist and Administrative Assistant - Level 2 earlier in the year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget transfer on his books: Health Department FROM Title Amt TO Title(s) 4010.51000529 Sr. Acct. Clerk Typ. $13,500 4016.54353 Biologicals 4010.58800 Fringe $ 6,114 4016.54353 Biologicals 4047.51000529 Sr. Acct. Clerk Typ. $ 7,500 4016.54442 Professional Svc. Fees 4047.51000533 Adm. Asst. Level 2 $ 2,900 4016.54442 Professional Svc. Fees 4047.58800 Fringe $ 4,710 4016.54442 Professional Svc. Fees SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-223: Budget Adjustm ent - Environmental Health - Health Depa rtment (1D #8136) 310 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Health Department received increased funding for the Drinking Water Enhancement Grant, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustment on his books: Health Department Revenue Acct Title Amt Approp Acct Title(s) 4090.43489 State Aid $ 5,280 4090.51000049 Project Assistant 4090.43489 State Aid $ 528 4090.58800 Fringe 4090.43489 State Aid $ 3,100 4090.52206 Computer Equipment 4090.43489 State Aid $ 7,460 4090.52220 Departmental Equipment SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-224: Budget Adjustm ent for Title V Program from the Tompkins County Office for the Aging (ID #8132) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, SECTION 4.02 B, All adjustments over $5,000 must be reviewed and upon the recommendation of the Director of Finance and must be approved by the program committee of the budgeting unit and the Legislature, and WHEREAS, the Office for the Aging hereafter known as COFA as of June 30, 2018, has ended its role in overseeing the Senior Community Service Employment Program hereafter known as Title V for Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, COFA wishes to make a budget adjustment to reflect the fact that the budgeted revenue for 2018 will fall short of its original goal, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments: Office for the Aging Budget Adjustment Revenue Adjustment From: Title Amt A6775-51000060 Title V Enrollees ($ 7,510.40) A6775-51000529 Senior Account Clerk/Typist 208.79 A6775-51000546 New York Connects Coordinator (1,425.00) A6775-58800 Fringe Benefits (1,418.06) Expense Adjustment 311 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 A6775-44772 OFA Federal Aid ($10,144.67) SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-225: Tax Roll Correction — Village of Lansing (42.1-1-53.41) (ID #8077) WHEREAS, this Legislature is informed that an error has been made in the 2018 Town and County tax roll of the Town of Lansing, namely parcel 42.1-1-53.41 assessed to Amy Friend, which was erroneously charged $7,875.78 for the relevied Lansing Central School taxes that were paid before the school warrant expired yet the payment was processed incorrectly by the tax collector for the Lansing School District, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the entry on the Town and County tax roll be changed to reflect a total of $3,425.26 for 2018 for parcel 42.1-1-53.41, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Finance Director is directed to refund Amy Friend $7,875.78. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 226: Creation of Position - Project Assistant for Transportation Planning (A5631) (ID #8115) WHEREAS, the Transportation Planning Unit of the Department of Social Services operates under a separate budget, A5631, to fund federal and state grant management and mobility management activities projects, and WHEREAS, the Transportation Planning Unit is coordinating the County's effort to create a Mobility -as -a -Service (Maas) business model with local mobility providers, pursuant to the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) On -Ramp Program award, authorized in County Resolution 2018-53, and WHEREAS, the efficient and effective development of the MaaS program and future grants would be aided by the creation of a Project Assistant position that would allow an individual to be hired on a temporary basis and to be funded by grant funds to support the position, and WHEREAS, the Transportation Planning Unit will require no additional personnel or fringe monies for the creation of this temporary position, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That one full-time 35 -hour per week position in the title of Project Assistant (76-5049) is hereby created effective immediately for use in special projects for the Transportation Planning Unit (A5631), subject to the County Administrator's authorization to fill, RESOLVED, further, That the position shall be funded for six months from an existing mobility management project in FTA grant NY -2016-018-00 and New York State Department of Transportation 312 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 (NYSDOT) capital match, in an amount not to exceed $16,000, RESOLVED, further, no further funding is required. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met briefly on October 5th in the Crash Fire Rescue Building at the Airport and had an in-depth discussion of the resolutions on the agenda. Mr. Wood said in reference to the Department of Transportation project there is a piece of property at the Airport that was identified as being owned by Cornell and not Tompkins County as originally thought. Cornell has agreed to sell the property to the County at a nominal cost. Resolution No. 2018- 227: SEQRA (State Environm ental Quality Review Act) Resolution Relating to a Capit al Improvement Project at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8095) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Glenn Morey SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the "County"), is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the "Regulations"), and WHEREAS, the County is undertaking a capital improvement project at the County's existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport consisting of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility's existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work (collectively, the "Project"), and WHEREAS, a short form Environmental Assessment Form ("EAF"), dated September 12, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, was prepared by C&S Engineer's Inc. ("C&S"), the County's engineering firm for the Project, to facilitate a review of the potential environmental impacts of the Project, and WHEREAS, C&S has reviewed the scope of the Project and has advised the County that (a) the Project constitutes an Unlisted Action as that term is defined in Part 617.2 of the Regulations, and (b) the 313 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 County may declare itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations, and WHEREAS, C&S, having reviewed and compared the EAF against the standards set forth in Part 617.7 of the Regulations, has advised the County by letter dated August 31, 2018, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment, and WHEREAS, the Legislature of the County has carefully considered the nature and scope of the Project as set forth in the EAF action, has carefully reviewed the criteria contained in Part 617.7(c) of the Regulations together with the recommendations provided by C&S, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, Transportation Committee, and Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, determines as follows: Section 1. The County hereby determines that the Project is an Unlisted Action as such term is defined in the Regulations. Section 2. The County hereby declares itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations. Section 3. The County hereby adopts the findings and conclusions contained within the EAF and in accordance with the reasoned elaboration set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto, the County finds and concludes that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment. Section 4. The County hereby issues a Negative Declaration with respect to the Project. Section 5. The County Legislature hereby authorizes and directs the County Attorney to file any and all SEQRA related notices with the appropriate parties and agencies. Section 6. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. Resolution No. 2018-228: A Bond Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Up to $10,000,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of th a County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of the Cost of a Capital I mprovement Project at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8093) This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the "County"), is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the "Regulations"), and 314 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 WHEREAS, the County is undertaking a capital improvement project at the County's existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport consisting of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility's existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work (collectively, the "Project"), and WHEREAS, by resolution previously adopted at this meeting, the County (1) determined that the Project is an Unlisted Action as such term is defined in the Regulations, (2) declared itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations, (3) adopted the findings and conclusions contained within the EAF, and (4) determined that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment and issued a Negative Declaration with respect to the Project, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature now intends to approve the Project and the financing thereof, now therefore be it, RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, Transportation Committee, and Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. Undertaking a capital improvement project at the County's existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport consisting of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility's existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $10,000,000. There are hereby authorized to be issued up to $10,000,000 serial bonds of the County to finance the Project pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 2. The maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is $10,000,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $10,000,000 serial bonds, or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source. Section 3. The period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is 10 years under subdivision 14 of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. 315 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Section 4. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 5. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 6. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk. Section 7. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond Resolution. Section 8. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date, denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine. Section 9. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for 316 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County's General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County's "official intent" within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein. Section 10. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 11. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted Action Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met October 9th and had a presentation from the Ithaca Free Clinic and a report on the Office of Human Rights. The resolution withdrawn earlier this evening concerning the legalization of marijuana will be placed on the Legislature's November 20th agenda and the District Attorney, the Sheriff, Dr. Klepeck, and others as appropriate will be invited to attend and speak about the resolution. The Committee will next meet on November 16th. At that meeting Ted Schiele of the Health Department will be presenting a discussion on a tobacco registry and there will be a comprehensive report on the Office of Human Rights. Resolution No. 2018- 229: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement Pa y — Health Department (ID #8137) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. 317 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Health Department has had a Public Health Sanitarian out on disability from June 14, 2018, through September 30, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement pay to the Department from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and Budget and Capital Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation: I me] L�_, 1!11A M , IZI, TO: A4090.51000595 A4090.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $ 10,654 Public Health Sanitarian $ 7,333 Fringes $ 3,321 Resolution No. 2018-230: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of the Departments that Report to the Health and Human Services Committee (ID #8103) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and 318 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Health and Human Services Committee in the amount of $220,260 and $16,311 are being released to the unassigned General Fund Balance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance $220,260 TO: Requested Dept. Use of Funds Account Rollover County Office for the Aging Release of COFA 2017 rollover funds to the unassigned $16,311 General Fund, because these were already re -appropriated to the 2018 Budget by separate resolutions. Health Department Purchase of five vehicles (3 electric/gas; 2 electric only, 4010.52231 $145,400 $170,400, using $25,000 in NYSERDA Grant funds (from Planning & Sustainability)) Expenditure of NYSERDA grant funds as part of plug-in 4010.52231 $25,000 vehicle purchase using primarily rollover dollars Transfer of NYSERDA grant funds from Planning & 4010.42771 -$25,000 Sustainability for plug-in vehicle purchase funded primarily with rollover funds Electric Project for vehicles (wiring for additional charge 4010.54400 $60,000 stations) Mental Health First Aid Training for staff 4010.54412 $2,000 Ergonomic Program for staff — incl., education, training, 4010.54442 $7,500 equipment and supplies Ergonomic equipment/supplies for staff 4010.52214 $2,500 Office of Human Rights Computer hardware: Laptop, docking station/monitor stand, 8040.52206 $2,060 monitor, keyboard, mouse, and monitor sound bar. Replacement office/desk chair 8040.52214 $800 319 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting will be October 18th Resolution No. 2018- 231: A Bond Resolution Authori zing the Issuance of Up to $200,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of the County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of t he Cost of Repairing and/or Replacing Certain Existing Bridges Located Within the County (ID #8083) This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the "County") is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the "Regulations"), and WHEREAS, the County is considering undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of the reconstruction of certain bridges in the County (the "Project"), and WHEREAS, the County has reviewed the classifications of actions contained in the Regulations, and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the undertaking and financing of the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The County hereby determines that the Project constitutes a Type II Action pursuant to Part 617.5(c) (2) of the Regulations and as such is not subject to review under SEQRA. Section 2. Undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of the reconstruction of certain bridges in the County, including all necessary costs incidental to such work, including related construction, demolition, renovations, site improvements, original furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for such purposes, architectural and engineering fees, is hereby authorized at a maximum 320 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 estimated cost of $200,000. There are hereby authorized to be issued up to $200,000 serial bonds of the County to finance the Project pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 3. It is hereby determined that the maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is $200,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $200,000 serial bonds, or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source. Section 4. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is 20 years under subdivision 10 of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 6. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 7. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk. Section 8. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond Resolution. Section 9. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, 321 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date, denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine. Section 10. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County's General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County's "official intent" within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein. Section 11. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if - 1) £ 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 12. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 322 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-232: A Bond Resolution Auth orizing the Issuance of Up to $1,600,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of th a County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of t he Cost of Road and Highway Syst em Reconstruction and Improvements at Various Locations throughout the County (ID #8082) This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the "County") is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act ("SEQRA"), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the "Regulations"), and WHEREAS, the County is considering undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of repaving certain existing roads in County, all not involving the addition of new travel lanes (the "Project"), and WHEREAS, the County has reviewed the classifications of actions contained in the Regulations, and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the undertaking and financing of the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The Project constitutes a Type II Action pursuant to Part 617.5(c)(4) of the Regulations and as such is not subject to review under SEQRA. Section 2. Undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of repaving certain existing roads in County, including drainage and shoulder reconstruction and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, including related construction, demolition, renovations, site improvements, original furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for such purposes, architectural and engineering fees, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $1,600,000. There are hereby authorized to be issued up to $1,600,000 serial bonds of the County to finance the Project pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 3. The maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is $1,600,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $1,600,000 serial bonds, or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the 323 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source. Section 4. The period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is 15 years under subdivision 20(c) of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 6. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 7. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk. Section 8. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond Resolution. Section 9. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date, denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered 324 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine. Section 10. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County's General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County's "official intent" within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein. Section 11. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only i£ 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 12. That this resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 8 1. 00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the Committee will meet tomorrow. Plannini, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on October 22"d. She reported on a resolution that will be brought forward by Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline Board member, urging the State not to allow the conversion of the Cayuga Power plant from a coal power plant to natural gas. Jerry Goodenough from Cayuga Power has been invited as well as representatives from the Environmental 325 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Management Council and the Water Resources Council. Ms. Dawson expressed concern over whether it is appropriate for the County to take a position on this as it relates to a private company. Ms. Kelles said she couldn't provide an answer but having the conversation is legitimate and that question will be looked into. Resolution No. (ID # 8099): Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of Departments that Report to the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee As there were questions raised concerning the 2017 Capital. Reserve funds being returned to the General Fund in the amount of $50,000, Ms. Robertson gave Ms. Kelles permission to withdraw this resolution to allow follow-up with staff for clarification. RESULT: W ITHDRAWN WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee in the amount of $13,084, and $50,000 are being released to the unassigned General Fund Balance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance $13,084 TO: Requested Dept. Use of Funds Account Rollover Planning & Sustainability Replace plotter purchased in 2006 (approx. $8,000) and other 8020.52206 $9,084 computer purchases. Registration fees for Upstate APA conference in Ithaca and 8020.54412 $4,000 conference expenses for regional GIS conference. Release of 2017 monies from Capital Reserve Fund, tracked $50,000 326 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 and managed separately from Department's annual budget, back to the unassigned General Fund Balance SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, thanked Legislators for their participation in the Expanded Budget Committee meetings. The meetings concluded last night and the Committee took action to recommend a Tentative budget that includes amendments to the County Administrator's budget. The Committee took action on several resolutions that appear on the Legislature agenda and completed its process to fill a vacancy on the Tompkins Cortland Community College Board of Trustees. There were four very strong applicants, interviews were held, and the Committee made a recommendation this afternoon to appoint Schelley Michell -Nunn to that position. The Committee felt the other applicants were very strong as well and will be continuing to discuss how to utilize their skills. TC3 Board of Trustees (ID # 8190) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler Tompkins Cortland Community College Board of Trustees Schelley Michell -Nunn - Tompkins County representative; term expires June 30, 2021 Resolution No. 2018-233: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of the Departments that Report to the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee (ID #8097) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler 327 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by a department that reports to the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee in the amount of $5,000, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance TO: Dept. Use of Funds Human Resources Department Purchase of replacement computers for 3 staff members, two desktops and one laptop, and an additional new workstation, including computer, monitor, and peripherals. New desk and chair for additional workstation SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 $5,000 Requested Account Rollover 1430.52206 $3,500 1430.52214 $1,500 Resolution No. 2018-234: Approving Tompkins County Sexual Harassme nt Prevention Policy (ID #8166) This policy complies with State law; minor edits will be coming forward after it is rolled out. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler 328 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 WHEREAS, under New York State Law, by October 9, 2018, every employer in New York State is required to enact a sexual harassment prevention policy that meets or exceeds minimum standards established by New York State, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County's Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy was drafted with advisement of legal counsel to ensure that it is consistent with the newly established requirements of New York State law, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County's Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy replaces Administrative Policy 11-36 Section XIII entitled "Board and County Policy Prohibiting Sexual Harassment," and WHEREAS, Tompkins County's Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy was enacted preliminarily by the County Administrator on October 9, 2018, and requires formal Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee, That the Tompkins County Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy is hereby adopted and replaces Administrative Policy 11-36 Section XIII entitled "Board and County Policy Prohibiting Sexual Harassment,". SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Resolution No. 201 8-235: Adoption of Am endments to the 2019 Tentative Tom pkins County Budget and 2019-2023 Capital Program (ID #8160) Ms. Robertson spoke of the process and thanked Mr. Lane for leading a process that went smoothly and fairly and giving everyone time to ask questions. She thanked everyone for the hard work that went into budget. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also thanked County Department Heads. The County is at a good place and Department Heads and staff are very disciplined. This was one of the easiest budgets to arrive at a recommendation and expressed appreciation to County departments and staff. Mr. Lane explained that the Tentative Budget can be amended at any time prior to being adopted. It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Ms. Dawson, amend the Tentative Budget and move $62,000 that was approved for Cooperative Extension's space expansion project and place the funds into the Contingent Fund until information is received and the full cost is known. Mr. Klein said he thinks information has been received and the price is known. He said he will not support the amendment because he was told any delay would postpone construction to next year. Ms. Robertson said the funds wouldn't be available until after January 1 st anyway and Mr. Schlather indicated this wouldn't impact construction. Mr. John said in considering this amendment he wants an organization where taxpayer funds follow an important process that also includes a program committee review. Mr. Klein said if the funds are put in contingency there is no guarantee they could get the money and this also means they couldn't start the process with a vendor. 329 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Ms. Robertson said this is a good faith allocation. This proposal did not go through the over target process and was not in the County Administrator's budget. If she felt this would hurt the process she wouldn't do it. She hopes it will result in bids being sought in this process. It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Morey, to Call the Question on the Amendment. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators Champion, Dawson, John, Lane, McBean- Clairborne, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Black, Granison, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, and McKenna). THE QUESTION WAS CALLED. A voice vote on the amendment resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, McBean-Clairborne, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, and Morey). AMENDMENT CARRIED. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, amendments to the 2019 Tentative Budget and 2019-2023 Capital Program were recommended and filed by the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee on October 15, 2018, and WHEREAS, a public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 30, 2018, 7:00 p.m., at the Legislative Chambers, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the 2019 Tentative Budget and 2019-2023 Capital Program submitted by the County Administrator is hereby amended in accordance with the recommendations of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, the action taken by this Legislature on this date, the Rules of the County Legislature, and Article 7 of County Law, for a total tax levy amount of $49,898,306, resulting in an approximate tax -levy increase of 1.54 percent and a county -wide average tax -rate of $6.40 per thousand, a decrease of -2.64 percent, RESOLVED, further, That this action also results in an increase of $13.90 on a median -priced home assessed at $185,000, RESOLVED, further, That this amended Tentative Budget will be presented at the October 30, 2018, Public Hearing on the budget. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -21 Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee 330 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on October 24"' and will continue discussion about exit interviews when individuals leave County employment. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee October 15th and approved a resolution concerning Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing. The Committee also had a presentation from Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services. In addition, Paul Rossi of the Ithaca Board of Realtors said they are planning a panel discussion on housing that will be held on November 29th Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee met October 3rd and heard fromm Judge Scott Miller about the proposed Mental Health Court. Funds are included in the Tentative Budget for a Mental Health Treatment Court Coordinator. The Committee will next meet on November 7th and will likely be discussing the resolution proposing to support legalization of marijuana in New York State. Resolution No. 2018-236: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of the Departments that Report to the Public Safety Committee (ID #8096) Ms. Robertson questioned the rollover for the temporary vacancy for the Civil Account and Permit Clerk that includes reference to funds being returned from payroll lines to the General Fund. She recalled the policy being that any monies remaining in personnel lines were automatically returned to the General Fund. Mr. McGuire, Budget Coordinator, explained there is a conflict between policies and a need to have them updated. Ms. Robertson requested the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees look into this. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances 331 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Public Safety Committee in the amount of $48,550 and $60,984 are being released to the unassigned General Fund Balance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance $48,550 TO: Requested Dept. Use of Funds Account Rollover Probation and Community Justice Computer Equipment: 13 Desktop PCs and 6 Monitors 3142.52206 $8,000 (replacement equipment) Office Equipment: Three Copiers (replacement equipment) 3142.52210 $9,500 Office Furnishing: One U -Shape Workstation (replacement desk 3142.52214 $1,200 for Probation Systems Analyst) Books: Evidence -based Interactive Journaling Curriculum with 3142.54332 $850 Facilitator Guides Clothing: Four Bulletproof Vests for use by Probation Officers 3142.54340 $3,000 (for enhanced safety during client home visits) Travel/Training (due to much higher than anticipated expenses for 3141.54412 $2,000 mandatory training for new hires: up to $5,000 per person) Travel/Training (due to much higher than anticipated expenses for 3142.54412 $8,000 mandatory training for new hires: up to $5,000 per person) Professional Services: Electronic Monitoring (due to a spike in 3141.54442 $10,000 utilization including for use in Pre -Trial Release Under Supervision) Automotive Fuel (due to much higher expenses resulting from a 3141.54310 $2,000 spike in fuel price) Office Supplies (due to higher than anticipated expenses) 3142.54303 $4,000 Release unspent funds from 2017 appropriation for Re -Entry $17,612 Programming to the unassigned General Fund Balance Sheriffs Office Release unspent funds from 2017 Budget to the unassigned $43,372 General Fund Balance 332 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 16, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Minutes of Previous Meeting October 2, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:35 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 7:35 p.m. concerning real estate negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 8:15 p.m. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. 333 Tompkins County Legislature Meeting Minutes — Approved 11-8-18 Tuesday, October 30, 2018 7:00 PM Legislature Chambers Attendance Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Absent Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Late 7:12 PM David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Excused Michael Sigler Member Present Public Hearing Review of the Tentative 2019 Tompkins County Budget and the 2019-2023 Tompkins County Capital Program Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, called the public hearing to order at 7:03 p.m. concerning the 2019 County Budget and 2019-2023 Capital Program and asked if anyone wished to speak. Nancy Webster, Secretary of CSEA Blue Collar, spoke about the lack of a contract being negotiated for the Blue Collar Unit. Todd VanOrman, Town of Newfield resident and President of the CSEA Blue Collar, spoke about the lack of a contract being negotiated for the Blue Collar Unit. Michael Ellis, Family and Children's Center, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne arrived at this time. Mary Orsaio, County resident and Ithaca Police Officer, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. Tammy Baker, Ithaca resident and Community Outreach Worker, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. Sarah O'Shea, Ithaca resident and Tompkins County Public Library Youth Services Director, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program and read a statement from Teresa Vadakin, Librarian, Head of Information and Learning Services, also in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. 334 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, October 30, 2018 Annette Birdsall, Town of Ulysses resident and Director of the Tompkins County Public Library, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. She also read a statement from Jennifer Schlossberg, Librarian, Head of Access and Circulation Services, also in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. Frank Proto, Town of Caroline resident, recognized Director of Assessment Jay Franklin and Assistant Director of Assessment Irene Kehoe for the Statewide awards they received. He also thanked the Legislature for the effort in supporting Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit. In addition, he encouraged the Legislature to support the Veterans Affairs budget proposal and the request for $10,000 for the Chamber of Commerce for work in creating jobs in Ithaca, but asked that it also include Tompkins County. Kevin Kelly, Town of Ithaca resident, spoke in support of the expansion of the Community Outreach Worker Program. No one else wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 7:33 p.m. 335 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 11-20-18 Thursday, November 8, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name IL Shawna Black AL Member Status Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present Michael Lane Member Present Lesl n McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Ms. Robertson proclaimed November 2018 as Home -Health Aide Appreciation Month in Tompkins County. Later in the meeting, she presented Lisa Monroe, the newly appointed Office for the Aging Director, with the proclamation. Ms. Robertson read and presented a proclamation in observance of Veterans Day and recognizing November 11, 2018, as the centennial of the end of the First World War to Jason Molino, County Administrator and Veteran. Ms. Robertson also asked Veterans in attendance at the meeting or those currently serving to stand in recognition of this commemoration. Mr. Molino expressed appreciation to the Legislature on behalf of all Veterans. Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day Ms. Robertson said an executive session to discuss real estate negotiations and labor negotiations would be held later in the meeting. Privilege of the Floor by the Public Robert Bartholf, Town of Ithaca resident, spoke concerning his property at 127 Hornbrook Road 336 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 in Danby. He believes the house was recklessly destroyed by the Sheriff between December 31, 2014, and January 2, 2015, and that there should be compensation. Report from a Municipal Official(s) There was no Municipal Official present. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Dawson congratulated GreenStar on the groundbreaking for its project and wished them luck. Mr. John said there was a monument at Cornell University that had fallen over and ended up in storage for a long time that has been repaired and put back. The monument commemorates the memory of Clifton Beckwith Brown who attended Cornell and was the first student to die in combat. President Theodore Roosevelt came and planted two trees and hung a plaque in honor of the student. Ms. Champion thanked the Board of Elections, poll workers, and volunteers for their work on Election Day. It is a crucial part of our democracy. She urged everyone to check for ticks and said she is on her second round of antibiotics for Lyme disease. Mr. Sigler also congratulated GreenStar on its new building and said it will be an anchor store on the Waterfront and will be a good use of natural gas. Ms. Robertson said GreenStar worked with the Planning and Sustainability Department and will be using some renewable energy for the building. Ms. Kelles spoke of the Veterans Day parade held last Sunday and urged everyone to attend and show support of veterans in coming years. She also spoke of a meeting about the Old Library at the City and said there was a substantial abatement done in the late 1980s and early 1990s with the removal of all of the asbestos in the ceilings and walls. There was some asbestos remaining in small areas such as joints in the building but the majority of it had been removed previously. She also commented on the roof repairs and that there are records of that information up until the point of sale. Ms. Koreman acknowledged the occurrence of two mass shootings since this Legislature met last and asked the Legislature to observe a moment of silence. She said it bothers her that no one is talking about the events and that people seem to be getting used to it. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked the Legislature for the proclamation on behalf of herself and her husband a veteran, J.R. Clairborne. She announced this Sunday there will be a ceremony at Dewitt Park and at 11 a.m. bells and chimes will ring to honor the 100 year anniversary of the First World War. She reported a local woman is working on a documentary of Civil War Warriors and honoring our Veterans. It will focus on Veterans of color from Tompkins County and encouraged everyone to visit the memorial at the St. James AME Zion Church that honors the 126 colored troops who were from Tompkins County. In addition, she invited everyone to the annual GIAC Harvest Festival to be held on November 16 at the Beverly J. Martin School; it is a good opportunity for fellowship and to get to know someone from the community. Mr. Lane said Dryden will also host an event on Sunday for Veterans Day. He spoke of the time the United States has been in Afghanistan; he doesn't think the US will be able to change the religion and culture. Over 2,700 have died and over 20,000 have been wounded there and he believes it's time to 337 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 think about it and ask if it's time to stop. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson commented on the mid-term Election and said five Cornell alumni were elected to congress around the country. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino reported the search is complete for the Director of Office for the Aging and explained the process that led to the recommendation of Lisa Monroe to the position. He asked if the Legislature was interested in discussing this appointment in executive session prior to confirming it; no interest was expressed. It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mr. Morey, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to appoint Lisa Monroe to the position of Director of the Office for the Aging. Ms. Monroe thanked the Legislature and said she looks forward to her new role as Director. At this time, Ms. Robertson presented Ms. Monroe with the proclamation for Home -Health Aide Appreciation Month. Mr. Molino said Paul Cowles, Solid Waste Enforcement Officer at the Department of Recycling and Materials Management, was honored recently by the Rotary with a Pride of Workmanship Award. In addition, Mr. Molino said he attended a Naturalization Ceremony this week and said 30 individuals from 22 countries were naturalized. He encouraged Legislators to attend one of these ceremonies and recognized the County Clerk's office for their work on them. Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 8198) Ethics Advisory Board Gretchen Rymarchyk - term expires December 31, 2021 338 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Resolution No. 2018- 237: Authorization to E xecute Sup plemental F unding Agreement for Construction with New York State Departmen t of Transportation (NYSDOT) - Coddington Road Hi ghway Safety Im provements at Burns Road and East King Road Interse ctions, Town of Ithac a, PIN 3753.24 (ID #8180) WHEREAS, a Project for the reconstruction of Coddington Road (County Road 119) in the Town of Ithaca at its intersections with Burns Road (County Road 116) and East King Road (County Road 179), P.I.N. 3753.24, (the Project), is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 90% federal funds and 10% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 11 adopted on January 18, 2005, approved the Project and authorized execution of agreements with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) regarding administration and funding, and WHEREAS, Resolutions 67 adopted on March 20, 2018, and 166 adopted on July 17, 2018, made a combined sum of $2,095,675 available within the Coddington Road Capital Project Account to cover the cost of participation in the construction phase of the Project, and WHEREAS, the NYSDOT requires for locally administered projects that the County appropriate one hundred (100%) percent of the project costs and then file for reimbursement of eligible costs, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the above project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Construction, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is responsible to cover 100% of the $510,745.45 overage from the low bid of construction exceeding the amount available in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funding, and WHEREAS, an additional $51,450 has been made available in State Marchiselli funding for the design portion of the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above -subject project and authorizes the County of Tompkins to pay in the first instance one hundred (100%) percent of the federal and non-federal share of the cost of Construction work for the Project or portions thereof, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification from the NYSDOT thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Highway Director be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project, the administration of the Project, the municipality's first -instance funding of Project costs, permanent funding of the local share of federal -aid and state -aid -eligible Project costs, and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, 339 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted, Negative Declaration issued (No further action required) Resolution No. 2018-238: Increasin g Member ship to the Air Service Board from Ei ght to Ten - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8177) WHEREAS, the Legislature adopted Local Law No. 3 of 2018 to amend the Charter to allow the number of members to the Air Service Board to be determined by resolution, and WHEREAS, the Air Service Board Bylaws indicates the membership should be ten, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Air Service Board membership shall be ten members, as stated in the Bylaws. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 239: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement Nos. 12 & 13 with C&S Companies for Design Services - Passenger Ter minal Building Expansion and Security Improvements and Construction Phase Services - Passenger T erminal Bui lding Expansion and Security Improvements - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8174) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for design services as well as the construction phase services of the Passenger Terminal Building Expansion and Security Improvements at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 12 and 13 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Passenger Terminal Building Expansion and Security Improvements Design and Construction Phase Services total cost is $1,255,000, (Agreement No. 12 $755,000, Agreement No. 13 $500,000), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 12 and 13 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Passenger Terminal Building Expansion and Security Improvements Design and Construction Phase Services in the amount of $1,255,000, be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: NYSDOT - UAI Grant $1,255,000 (New York State Department of Transportation) (Upstate Airport Initiative) RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the 340 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-240: Authoriz ing Supplemental Agreement No. 17 with C&S Companies for State Pollutant Disch arge Elimi nation System (SPDES) Permit Application - Environmental Design and Permitting Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8175) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for Environmental Design and Permitting Services of the State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) Permit Application at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 17 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the Environmental Design and Permitting Services for SPDES Application is estimated to cost $8,800, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 17 with C&S Companies for Environmental Design and Permitting Services for the SPDES Application in the amount of $8,800 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Airport Operating Budget 5610.54442 Professional Services $8,800.00 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-241: Authorization to Execute a Five -Year Agreement with the Unified Court System for t he Provision of Cleani ng and Maintenance Servic es at the Main Courthouse (ID #8172) WHEREAS, the New York State Unified Court System has a need to ensure adequate cleaning and maintenance services are available in the Supreme and County Courts, and WHEREAS, the Facilities Department has historically filled this need with County staff and has been reimbursed for such services, and WHEREAS, the Facilities Department and the County are reimbursed for a percentage of expenses, and the dollar amount is negotiated each year of the five-year term, and shall be amended if 341 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 expenses exceed the contract amount, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign a contract with the New York State Unified Court System for the provision of Courthouse cleaning and maintenance services for the period of April 1, 2018, through March 31, 2023. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-242: Date of 2019 Organizational Meeting (ID #8154) WHEREAS, the Rules of the Legislature require the organizational meeting be held on or before January 8 of each year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That in accordance with Section 151 of County Law, the organizational meeting of the Tompkins County Legislature shall be held in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, Ithaca, New York on Thursday, January 3, 2019, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Resolution No. 2018-2 43: Budget Adjustment - Youth Services Departm ent a nd County Administration (ID #8108) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, beginning in fiscal year 2017, the Tompkins County Youth Services Department contracted with County Administration to guide the implementation of the use of Results Based Accountability (RBA), a performance management system, with all County departments, over the course of three years, and WHEREAS, funds were being provided to pay for the salary and fringe of a .5 FTE Program Management Specialist position, and WHEREAS, upon the review of this arrangement, it was determined the RBA role would be better aligned and, therefore, combined with the responsibilities and duties of the newly created Criminal Justice Coordinator position to be housed within the County Administration office, resulting in a net savings in wage and fringe costs, and WHEREAS, the contract between County Administration and Youth Services Department would no longer be necessary, and WHEREAS, the Youth Services Department would no longer be receiving this 0.5 FTE position's funding from County Administration, and WHEREAS, the Department of County Administration will no longer be funding the 0.5 FTE in 342 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Youth Services, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Government Operations Committees, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following reductions to the 2018 budget as follows: Youth Services Department Revenue Acct 7020.42797 Appropriation Acct 7020.51000655 7020.58800 County Administration Title Other Local Govt Contributions Title Program Management Specialist Fringes Appropriation Acct Title 1230.54442 Professional Services A30909000 General Fund Balance SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Amount ($27,673) Amount ($18,529) ($9,144) Amount ($27,673) $27,673 Resolution No. 2018-244: Authoriz ing a Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law No. d of 2018 — Amending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to R emove the Requirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assess ment Review Shall Meet Each Year (ID #8060) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Charter authorizes a Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review, and WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review were created when the Tompkins County Charter was voted on and approved by the residents of Tompkins County in 1968, and WHEREAS, because of the Tompkins County Charter vote, the assessment function was consolidated at the County level creating the only true county -wide assessing unit in New York State, and WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review are not mentioned in the New York State Real Property Tax Law, and WHEREAS, the need for these Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review has changed since they were created over 50 years ago, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County wishes to continue these Boards of Assessment Review in a manner that will streamline their effectiveness, and WHEREAS, the number of property owners who have utilized these boards have decreased significantly in the last nine years where towns in some years have not had a single person contest their assessment before one of these Boards, now therefore be it 343 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 E. Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on December 4, 2018, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. —of 2018 - Amending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to Remove the Requirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review Shall Meet Each Year. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-245: Setting the Income Limits for Person with Disabilities and Limited Incomes and Persons Six ty-Five Years of Age or Older with Limited Incomes - Real Property Tax Exemptions (ID #8040) WHEREAS, the County Legislature desires to increase the income limits for the Persons with Disabilities and Limited Incomes Real Property Tax Exemption, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature desires to increase the income limits for the Persons Sixty - Five Years of Age or Older Real Property Tax Exemption, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That M as used in the County Code Sections 150-2(A) and 150-38(A) shall be set at $29,000. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-246: Designation of Newspaper (ID #8158) and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature must annually designate an official newspaper, WHEREAS, there is only one daily newspaper in Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the official newspaper for the County of Tompkins for the publication of all local laws, notices and other matters required by law to be published pursuant to Section 214 of County Law and Chapter 58 of the Tompkins County Code be designated from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2019, as follows: The Ithaca Journal, Ithaca, New York SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-247: Correction of Errors (ID #8157) 344 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 WHEREAS, it is important that official minutes and reports be accurately written, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Clerk of the Legislature be and hereby is authorized to correct any manifest errors in the 2019 minutes of the Legislature or in reports of any committees. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 248: Authorization for B udget Transfer of Funds from New York State Energy and Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) Clea n Energy Community Grant to Support Tompkins County Government Acquisition of Electri c Vehicles and Associatio n Elect ric Vehicle Charging Stations (ID #8183) WHEREAS, it is in the interest of Tompkins County government to advance measures that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from facilities and fleets, and WHEREAS, the County obtained a $250,000 NYSERDA Clean Energy Community Grant to reduce GHG emissions from commercial facilities by developing a Business Energy Navigator program and to reduce GHG emissions from Tompkins County's vehicle fleet by developing a green fleet program that advances the conversion to electric vehicles, and WHEREAS, the green fleet program portion of the grant funds will specifically help County Departments cover the cost difference between the purchase of a gasoline vehicle and electric vehicle and their associated charging stations, and WHEREAS, several County Departments would like to acquire electric vehicles and charging stations in 2018, and WHEREAS, the implementation of a County green fleet program supports the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan (2015) policy to "reduce the use of fossil fuels in transportation", now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 budget to assist with vehicle and charging station purchases and installation: Revenues A8027.43089 Other State Aid $27,200 $27,200 Expenditures A8027.54624 Project Grants $27,200 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $27,200 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -21 345 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-249: Award of Fall 2018 New Tourism Initiative Grants (ID #8181) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for New Tourism Initiatives using funds drawn entirely from Hotel Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following New Tourism Initiative grants are approved: Applicant Event Organization Project Title Dates Awar Discover Cayuga MV Teal Overhaul - N/A $8,250 Lake (Center for Phase II Transformative Action Ithaca Children's The Wonders of N/A $8,686 Garden Wetlands Ithaca Youth Bureau 2019 Ithaca Bike N/A $10,475 Rental Guided Bike Tours and Multi - Ability Recumbent Trikes History Center in 2019 Exploring March 22 — $3,000 Tompkins County Science, Imagination 23 and Culture in Tompkins County: What is our next Tau hannock Giant? Total $30,411 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-250: Award of Fall 2018 Community Celebrations Grants (ID #8182) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a grant program for community celebrations using funds drawn entirely from Hotel Room Occupancy Tax, and 346 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 WHEREAS, Tompkins County has requested and reviewed grant applications for recommendation to the Tompkins County Legislature through the appropriate Committee with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the following Community Celebrations grants are approved: Applicant Celebration Name Municipality Event Award Organization Date(s) Groton Groton Cabin Fever Village of Mar 2 $1,000 Recreation Festival Groton Ithaca Children's 2019 Festival of Fire & City of Ithaca Feb 9 $1,675 Garden Ice Ithaca Concert A Season of Free Band City of Ithaca Jan 1 — $1,000 Band Concerts 2019 Dec 23 Total $3,675 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee shall be authorized to sign any documents related to the aforementioned projects. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Note: See resolution #8181 for explanatory memo. Resolution No. 2018-251: Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing in Tompkins County (ID #8165) WHEREAS, under the Federal Fair Housing Act, Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, it is illegal to deny housing to any person because of race, color, religion, gender, physical or mental disabilities or national origin, and the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 expands coverage to include disabled persons and families with children, and WHEREAS, in July of 2015, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") released the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing ("AFFH") rule, clarifying and simplifying existing fair housing obligations, and WHEREAS, the AFFH rule requires certain HUD and New York State grantees to conduct an Assessment of Fair Housing planning process and analyze their fair housing landscape and set locally determined fair housing priorities and goals, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has long been committed to affirmatively furthering fair housing through numerous activities including the adoption of Tompkins County Local Antidiscrimination Law No. 1-2004, annual proclamations of Fair Housing Month and other outreach to expand awareness, trainings regarding fair housing rights and responsibilities, analysis of impediments, assistance to those with complaints, and support through the Tompkins County Office of Human Rights, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires to apply for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, which require a formal resolution stating its good faith and intention to continue 347 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 complying with fair housing requirements, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires that all persons be made aware that it is the policy of Tompkins County to support the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and to implement fair housing activities to ensure equal opportunity in housing for all persons, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That within the resources available to Tompkins County through County, State, federal, and community sources, the Tompkins County Office of Human Rights will assist all persons who believe their fair housing rights have been violated, concerning their rights and responsibilities, so that they may seek equity under relevant laws, RESOLVED, further, That the County shall publicize this Resolution and through this publicity shall cause real estate brokers and sellers, private home sellers, rental owners, rental property managers, real estate and rental advertisers, lenders, builders, developers, home buyers and home or apartment renters to become aware of their respective responsibilities and rights under the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 and any applicable state or local laws or ordinances, RESOLVED, further, That the County will continue notifying community members of their respective responsibilities and rights concerning Fair Housing laws and complaint procedures, including, but not limited to: the printing, publicizing and distribution of this Resolution; the distribution of Fair Housing information provided by local, State and federal sources, through local community contacts; and the publicizing of the assistance available and means of accessing it to those seeking to file a discrimination complaint. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 252: Authorizing Submittal of 2018 Ne w York State Homes and Community Renewal Housing Trust Fund Corpor ation Community Developmen t Block Grant Program Application (ID #8206) WHEREAS, Tompkins County has completed a process of investigation in its community to determine community development needs for the current year, and WHEREAS, the New York State Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is an important source of funding to address community development objectives in the County, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Healthy Homes Program has been funded through two separate CDBG grants since 2011, and has proven to be very successful in meeting an important community development need in the County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That Tompkins County is hereby authorized to apply for up to $1,000,000 in funding in the 2018 round of the Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal CDBG funding for the Tompkins County Healthy Homes (III) Program, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to sign all documents related to the submission of the Housing Trust Fund Office of Community Renewal CDBG application and any materials required by the Office of Community Renewal. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 348 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion Presentation: Update on Airport Capital Project by Mike Hall, Airport Director Mr. Hall, Airport Director, provided a PowerPoint presentation and an update on the Airport's Capital Project. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood said the move of the State Department of Transportation facility to the Airport is proceeding and the Governor has stated this is a priority. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder said he was notified by the Bond Attorney that there is another set of resolutions relating to the Airport expansion that will need to be considered before the end of the year. He reviewed information on sales tax receipts for September and said it is up 7.05% from September 2017 and year-to-date it is up 6.96%. In addition this is the best quarter and year of all time. Not only is the County share positive and growing the same growth is seen in the towns and the City. Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Resolution No. 2018-253: Establishing Unit Charge for 2019 Solid Waste Annual Fee - Department of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #8171) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the unit charge for the 2019 Solid Waste Annual Fee has been recommended by the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Unit Charge for the 2019 Solid Waste Annual Fee be established at $58.00 per billing unit, which is a $3.00 increase over the 2018 Solid Waste Annual Fee. ATTACHMENT A: SCHEDULE OF RATES 349 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 CODE (A) Single family residences Mobile Homes Churches PROPERTY CLASS 210,240,241,242,250,280 270,271,416 Unit Charge: One billing unit per Church or living unit (B) Two-family residences All 220's and other residences with two living units `USED AS' Z32 Unit Charges: Two billing units, except if verified as owner occupied and used as a single unit, the charge is one billing unit. (C) Multi -unit residences 3 or more units 230's Apartments A01 - A07 Rooming houses: 418 2.5 beds = 1 billing unit Unit Charges: One billing unit per living unit (D) Colleges & Schools: All tax exempt parcels owned by the colleges Unit Charges: BOCES $48,250 Cornell University $201,883 Ithaca College $45,729 Tompkins Cortland Community College 56,916 Total Colleges: $302 ,778 (E) Recreation and Warehouse (except row storage) Unit Charges: $0.0215/sq.ft. (F) 350 All K's, ZO1-Z11, Z19 -Z26, 1701- F04, F06, F07,F08 F10, F11 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Wholly Exempt Homes for the Aged 633 Wholly Exempt Other HealthCare Facilities 642 Unit Charges: $0.0215/sq.ft. (G) All other All property classes and `used as' codes not listed elsewhere in a specific category Unit Charges: $0.0430/sq.ft. (H) Seasonal Residences 260 Property must be classified as a seasonal residence by the Tompkins County Assessment Dept. Unit Charge: One-half (1/2) billing units per living unit. (I) No fee assessed: Row storage F05 Small Churches (under 20 weekly attendance) Non -contributive area Z98 Local government - all tax exempt parcels owned by the city, towns, villages, and county within Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-254: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Year s to Various Accounts of Depart ments that R eport to the Planning, D evelopment, and Environmental Quality Committee (ID #8099) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. 351 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee in the amount of $13,084, and $50,000 are being released to the unassigned General Fund Balance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance $13,084 TO: Requested Dept. Use of Funds Account Rollover Planning & Sustainability Replace plotter purchased in 2006 (approx. $8,000) and other 8020.52206 $9,084 computer purchases. Registration fees for Upstate APA conference in Ithaca and 8020.54412 $4,000 conference expenses for regional GIS conference. Release of 2017 monies from Capital Reserve Fund, tracked $50,000 and managed separately from Department's annual budget, back to the unassigned General Fund Balance SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 352 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Resolution No. 2018-255: Adoption of 20 19 Tompkins County Budget and 2019-2023 Tompkins County Capital Program (ID #8199) (See Exhibit A at the end of these Proceedings) Mr. Lane said the Legislature has discussed this budget at length and recognized the work of the County Administrator and Budget Officer, and all County staff. He said the process ended at a good place and the Legislature should be proud. It was MOVED by Mr. Granison, seconded by Mr. Klein, to amend the Tentative Budget to add $25,000 one-time funding to the Contingent Fund for the Community Outreach Worker program. Ms. Kelles said she thinks this is a strong program that has proven itself but thinks there are a lot of questions that need to be answered such as what is the extent of the need now, what are projected needs, what is the actual program that the County would like to see that is not based on the workers that are currently in the program, and what should be the scope and outcomes of the program. She would like all program funders to meet and a new or updated Memorandum of Understanding developed that addresses these questions and come up with a plan before funds are released. Mr. Molino addressed what the process would be that would allow for the funds to be released and how he envisions this would proceed. He said his position on this has not changed and he has spoken with Mr. Ellis about this request. The program can grow and expand from what it was originally envisioned and the questions of what that shared vision is, how to get there, what are the outcomes, and how to fund it can all be answered. He recommended there be no changes made to the budget and that all partners, with the City continuing to be a leader, continue a dialogue. He thinks it is a good program and has achieved what was originally envisioned; however, what was discussed at the Public Safety Committee yesterday is different from the original plan. He said there needs to be consensus on this from all of the stakeholders and also on how to get there, how to articulate that, and how to fund that. In the coming months, discussions will need to focus on identifying what the expansion means and what those common desired outcomes will be. He said since this is not known yet, an answer on what funding will be needed cannot yet be determined. Ms. Dawson believes the Committee knows the concerns and will resolve issues before bringing the funding request back to the Legislature. Mr. Granison spoke about the other funding approved for this and said the amount he is suggesting is the same as the City's. Right now there is only one employee who has a caseload of over 100 which is too many. Mr. Granison said the funds in the amendment would be used towards hiring another person and commented the City passed its funding request without restrictions. The program is at risk without the funding. Ms. Robertson commented on the discussion held yesterday at the Public Safety Committee that Family and Children's Services has a deficit relating to overhead and questioned if any of this funding would be used to cover that. Mr. Lane appreciates the amendment being brought forward and believes the Public Safety Committee will look at it thoroughly. It's important to do what seems to be a very good program and to make sure it isn't targeted solely on people downtown. He will support putting the funding in Contingency and said he has confidence in the Committee. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne agreed with Mr. Molino's comments and would like the Legislature and 353 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 other stakeholders to have a full conversation about the expectations. It was a short-term program when initially decided; it is now time to sit down with all parties and see if it is something the Legislature can support without hesitation. She said she does not support the amendment at this time and further commented that she wasn't aware she was on the Steering Committee for this community program. Mr. Molino clarified that he is not suggesting the discussion be put off and read the original intent of the program. What was discussed and what has transformed has been different and has expanded. What is being proposed is different than what was originally proposed. It's a very different proposal and its possible $25,000 isn't going to be enough. The Legislature is going through a very thorough process during the budget and regardless of whether this has come late the conversation with the players has to take place and the City has to be a part of the conversation. Mr. John said he supports the amendment as proposed. This is a program that has broad community support including support from the Public Library and soon the Center for History and Culture will have space in the downtown area and would benefit from this program. The program compliments the County's alternatives -to -incarceration programs and has worked to reduce the number of people who were arrested on warrants. Doing this in partnership with the City, Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and Cayuga Medical Center has also made it more complicated. There needs to be a clear message sent to partners. He is happy to work on this in the Public Safety Committee and having a good examination of the Memorandum of Understanding and structure of the steering committee only benefits the program and believes it could be done fairly quickly. Ms. Black said this is very different from the LEAD program. While some people might think there is overlap it is a very different program. Her battle is was why not provide funds to LEAD if this program is getting funds. She said the comments from Library staff were helpful. Her concern with the proposal is that there should be flexibility in hours for the second person hired. However, she believes this is something that should be supported and that it is a good program. Ms. Kelles commented that a not supporting this amendment does not mean there is support for the program. She wants to make sure that this is more than a committee process and that the City and other partners are involved. Ms. Robertson agreed with the comments by Ms. Kelles. She also commented that there was no proposal put forward for the LEAD program. She believes there needs to be strong consensus among the partners about the best use of the funds for this program. Mr. Molino commented on the Steering Committee structure and said it has been operating as a reporting -out committee not a program development committee. If there is renewed interest in the steering committee, all parties need to be part of that structure. Ms. Dawson said the program was initially funded for three years and that is working out very well. Now there is interest in expanding the program and it is the appropriate time to talk to the partners and develop a plan for moving forward. The details and concerns need to be worked out and she believes Mr. Granison's amendment is a good compromise. The committee process can still take place. Mr. Sigler said he supports the program. His concern is that there are four City Legislators but only two are supporting the amendment. He believes that it's hard to build these coalitions and the fact the City is contributing is a good thing. He will support the amendment as he does not want to see the program in jeopardy. 354 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 In response to Mr. Granison's question about the amount of time needed to examine the program, Mr. Molino said this is expanding a program and drastically changing it. He doesn't know how much time it will take because it is not a simple issue and there are a number of other partners involved including the City being the lead agency. Mr. Granison said his intent isn't to expand the program just to do more of the same. He is concerned that there are so many things that need to be done before funds are released and doesn't want to wait. He wants funds released on January 1, 2019. Mr. Klein clarified that the only stipulation would be that the Legislature would have to vote to release the funds. Mr. John reiterated his support for putting the funds in Contingency and taking a renewed look at the Memorandum of Understanding and the Steering Committee and how it fits in the County's budget process. He is confident the County can work with the partners and believes it can be done in a reasonable time period so that when 2019 arrives this is resolved. Ms. Koreman said she would support the funds being earmarked in the Contingent Fund with the understanding that a lot of things have to happen that involve a lot of other players. A brief discussion followed concerning placing the funds in County Administration's budget as one-time funding. It was MOVED by Mr. McKenna, seconded by Mr. Klein, to amend the amendment to place the $25,000 in County Administration's budget as one-time funding. Ms. Dawson believes the Legislature owes it to taxpayers and constituents to do its homework and that this motion will not allow that to happen. Ms. Robertson agreed with Ms. Dawson and said it is a policy question. A voice vote on the amendment to the amendment resulted as follows: Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Granison, John, Klein, McKenna, and Sigler); Noes - 7 (Legislators Dawson, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, Morey, and Robertson). AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDMENT FAILED. A voice vote on the original amendment resulted as follows: Ayes - 12, Noes - 2 (Legislators McBean-Clairborne and Morey). AMENDMENT CARRIED. Ms. Robertson declared recess at 7:43 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:52 p.m. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. 355 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Recommended Budget for the year 2019 and the proposed 2019-2023 Capital Program have been presented to the Legislature by the Budget Officer on September 4, 2018, and a Tentative Budget for the year 2019 and the proposed 2019-2023 Capital Program were adopted by the Legislature for public review on October 16, 2018, and a public hearing was held on October 30, 2018, and all persons desiring to be heard concerning same have been heard, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That pursuant to Section 5.07 of the County Charter, the said proposed budget as amended is adopted, subject to the correction of manifest errors by the Clerk of the Legislature and the Budget Officer, as the budget of Tompkins County for the year 2019, RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Sections 5.03, 5.04, and 5.05 of the County Charter, the several amounts specified in such budget opposite each item of expenditure set forth in the column adopted are appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, effective January 1, 2019, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $49,898,306 required to meet the local share of expenses and costs of county government in Tompkins County for the fiscal year 2019 as set forth in the budget be assessed against, levied upon, and collected from the taxable property of the nine towns and the city liable therefore, RESOLVED, further, That this change will result in an approximate tax -levy increase of 1.54 %, falling below the Tompkins County adjusted tax cap of approximately 9.89% as calculated according to New York State's formula, an approximate tax rate of $6.41 per $1,000 of assessed value, which amounts to a rate decrease of approximately -2.58 %, and an increase of 3.55% in local spending, RESOLVED, further, That this tax change will result in an increase of approximately $14.63 on a median -priced home assessed in 2018 at $185,000, RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Section 5.07 of the County Charter, the said proposed Capital Program as amended is adopted, subject to the correction of manifest errors by the Clerk of the Legislature and Budget Officer, as the Capital Program of Tompkins County for the years 2019-2023. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -21 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee met on October 18th and heard a report from the County Administrator on the Old Jail renovations and an update from the Airport including all flights going to 356 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Dulles being full. The Committee also heard a report from Cornell representatives on the chemical deposit sites at the Airport. The Committee will next meet on November 15th Resolution No. 2018-256: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of the Departments that Report to the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee (ID #8098) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: David McKenna, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee in the amount of $1,426, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance TO: Dept. Use of Funds Account Facilities Department Funds used to increase budgeted Automotive Fuel line -item 1620.54310 account Weights and Measures Purchase a cell phone for the Inspector to use for the new package 3630.54472 357 $1,426 Requested Rollover $976 $450 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 checking program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on November 2°d and heard much of what Mr. Hall reported earlier this evening on the Airport Expansion and funding for the project. The Committee heard from Jason Leifer, Town of Dryden Supervisor, concerning a Route 13 study and said the Town is very interested in being a participant in the discussion. The Committee discussed ride -hailing services in Tompkins County and a resolution will be come forward that will likely propose not to prohibit them in Tompkins County. The Ithaca Tompkins County Transportation Council is looking at long-range transportation planning and held two information sessions yesterday at the Public Library. Ms. Dawson also attended one of the sessions and provided an update on the comments made. The three areas included the trails system, bicycle pavement markings, and better TCAT service. One suggestion was made to pursue an application that would allow commuters to share ride information with the goal of having people ride share. In response to Mrs. McBean-Clairborne's question about concerns raised with buses on Green Street and the affect it is having on TCAT, Mr. Klein said there have been issues and it is being discussed. In relation to that, Mr. Molino said there have also been discussions with the City of Ithaca about the area in front of the Mental Health Building that is used as a drop-off point for immobile people visiting the Building; the City is looking into this and considering options. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the November and December meetings have been combined and the Committee will meet on December 3rd Resolution No. 2018-257: Budget Adjustment and Appropriation of Unspent Funds from 2017 and Prior Years to Various Accounts of the Departments that Report to the Government Operations Committee (ID #8100) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Section 4.06 of Tompkins County Fiscal Policy on "Re -appropriation (Carryover or Rollover)" authorizes County Department Heads to "request re -appropriation of unspent funds from the previous year, provided that such funds are certified by the Director of Finance to be available and 358 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 provided that this re -appropriation is authorized by the established appropriation procedures of the Legislature," and WHEREAS, various departments have been certified by the Director of Finance to have available unspent appropriations and excess revenues from 2017 totaling $671,420, which, combined with balances from prior years, results in an available rollover balance of $1,030,562 on the County's books as of December 31, 2017, and WHEREAS, pursuant to County Fiscal Policy, surplus funds have been requested for use in the current year's budget by departments that report to the Government Operations Committee in the amount of $42,538 and $7,959 are being released to the unassigned General Fund Balance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Finance Director is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: FROM: General Fund Balance $42,538 TO: Requested Dept. Use of Funds Account Rollover Assessment Upgrade Tax Map Maintenance Program to account for new 1355.54425 $4,200 ESRI software COSTAR Subscription - Commercial Property Financial 1355.54425 $3,950 Information Front Office redesign (New cubicle for privacy of income 1355.52214 $4,000 documents\ and new desk for Asst Director's office. Tyler Sketch Project - additional funding to help bridge the gap 1355.54442 $4,105 in funding that was included in 2017 Budget. Board of Elections We anticipated having rollover from 2017 to cover additional 1450.54400 $10,000 primary. County Administration Miscellaneous office furnishings for office space 1230.52214 $7,000 reconfiguration related to bringing on Deputv Countv Administrators Release unspent funds from 2017 appropriation for costs $7,959 related to the County Administrator search to the unassigned General Fund Balance Legislature Dell Interactive Conference Room 86" Monitor-C861QT - Dell 1040.52206 $6,899 Limited Hardware Warrantv/Advanced Exchange 3 Years 359 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Dell Heavy Duty Fixed Display Mount for C8618QT Actiontec Screen Beam 750 -Wireless video/audio extender Logitech MeetUp with Expansion Mic Dell KM714 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo Dell Optiplex 5050 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee 1040.52206 $465 1040.52206 $185 1040.52206 $960 1040.52206 $55 1040.52206 $719 Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will meet tomorrow to discuss two resolutions to review the proposal made by the Cayuga Power Plant to convert one of its stacks to natural gas that will be trucked in. One resolution urges the Department of Conservation to oppose this and the other urges a positive declaration of risk and for a full Environmental Impact Statement to be done. Although representatives from the Plant will not be in attendance, they have sent a letter that was distributed to all Legislators. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on November 13th Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, asked the Vice Chair and other members to report as she was not in attendance. Ms. Koreman, member, reported the Committee discussed the Climate Survey process and a retreat with Legislators and Department Heads is being scheduled. Michael Woody attended and briefly discussed recruitment and retention and exit interviews. He will provide additional information at the next meeting. Ms. Kelles, Vice Chair, said the Committee is interested in having regular reports from Human Resources staff and believes there could be good support between the Committee and the Department. The Committee will next meet on November 28th and the December meeting will likely be rescheduled. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Irene Kehoe of Assessment and Christina Dravis of Emergency Response for organizing another Reading and Discussion program that is entitled Understanding Racism. The first session was October 24th and she has heard it is going very well. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met this afternoon and considered the two resolutions on this evening's agenda. She announced an audit was done by the State and the Planning and Sustainability Department staff received a great review documenting all of the loans and payments. The Committee will next meet November 19th 360 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday afternoon and discussed the Community Outreach Worker program and the resolution that has been going through the Health and Human Services Committee on the legalization of marijuana. It is important to have a full discussion at the local level. The Public Safety Committee added some language to the resolution and will go back to the Health and Human Services Committee for consideration and then will come to the Legislature on November 20tH Mr. John said the Committee receives reports from various departments that report to it and that it was reported by the Emergency Response Department there were 34 calls relating to overdose, poisoning, and ingestion during the month of September. The Committee will next meet on December 5tH Health and Human Services Committee Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will next meet on November 16th at 8:30 a.m. There will be a full update on the Office of Human Rights and the Committee will consider a revised resolution relating to legalization of marijuana. She announced the deadline for applying for the Human Rights Commission is December 1St. The Committee will be interviewing applicants as part of the process. Ms. Robertson asked that Legislators receive a list of applicants that have been submitted; Mrs. Covert agreed to provide that information. Minutes of Previous Meeting October 16, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler October 30, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 8:27 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:35 p.m. Executive Session It was MOVED by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, seconded by Ms. Champion, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 8:35 p.m. to discuss real estate negotiations and 361 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 labor negotiations. During executive session Mr. Sigler was excused at 8:52 p.m. and Mrs. McBean-Clairborne was excused at 9:10 p.m. The meeting returned to open session at 10:10 p.m. Resolution It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Authorizing the County Administrator to Enter into a Purchase Option Agreement for the Purchase of Real Estate and Appropriation from Contingent Fund. Resolution No. 2018-2 58: Authorizing the County Ad ministrator to Enter in to a Purchase Option Agreement for the Pur chase of Rea 1 Estate and Appropriat ion from Contingent Fund (ID #8244) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Glenn Morey, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has been reviewing their office space needs for many years including the Center of Government Business Case Analysis completed in 2011, and WHEREAS, there are many Tompkins County offices that are in spaces that are currently rented from private landlords that are in several locations across the County, and WHEREAS, there are also Tompkins County offices that are in older -buildings that are not energy efficient and are nearing the end of their period of probable usefulness, and WHEREAS, County Administration has been reviewing potential locations whereby multiple County departments could be co -located, and WHEREAS, County Administration and County staff has investigated available sites that may allow for the co -location of multiple departments and have found a potential site located in the downtown business core adjacent to other County departments, and WHEREAS, the Director of Assessment, pursuant to Administrative Policy Manual Section 09- 07, has performed an appraisal of this site to determine the fair market value of the property, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature believes that retaining County departments in the downtown business core is advantageous and that an option to purchase the property will provide the County with the necessary time to review the feasibility of the site to determine if a purchase of a property would be in 362 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Thursday, November 8, 2018 the County's best interest, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator to sign an Option Agreement for Purchase of Real Property for the tax parcels known as SBLs 49.-2-6, 49.-2-7, 49.-2-18, and 49.-2-19 (412-414 N Tioga St., 408 N Tioga St., 117 Sears St., and 119 Sears St.) located in the City of Ithaca, reputedly owned by Dental Properties Company LLC, RESOLVED, further, That this Option to Purchase these properties shall not exceed One Million Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,800,000) of which $25,000 of this purchase price will be given as non-refundable payment for the exclusive Option Agreement, RESOLVED, further, That County Administration shall take all the necessary steps to ensure that this property shall be suitable for the County's space needs by performing the necessary space, environmental, and geotechnical studies with the 4 -month exclusive option period, RESOLVED, further, That if the County Administrator concludes that this property is suitable for the County's needs, that prior to the 4 -month exclusive period ends, that a resolution shall be brought forth to the Legislature to purchase this property, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation: I a tie]!I I�. III] TO: A1230.54442 A1230.52101 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -18 Adi ournment Contingent Fund $62,000 Professional Services $37,000 Land Acquisition $25,000 The meeting adjourned at 10:12 p.m. 363 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 12-4-18 Tuesday, November 20, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Shawna Black Amanda Champion Deborah Dawson Title Member Member Member Status Arrived Present Present Present HenryGranison Member Late 5:32 PM Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Late 5:33 PM Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee Mr. Granison arrived at this time. Resolution No. 201 8-259: Resolution to Am end Debt Service Pay Back Schedule for Tompkins Cortland Community College (ID #8229) Mr. Lane explained the purpose of the request and said it is due to a decline in enrollment of out - of -County and out -of -State students and has resulted in the College's cash flow to be reduced significantly. This resolution will lengthen the payment schedule by five years. Ms. Koreman arrived at this time. 364 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2007-82 that accepted the revised Tompkins Cortland Community College Master Plan which approved expansion and renovation of Tompkins Cortland Community College facilities as subject to State approval and funding, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2008-08 that authorized a resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature, as the official elected legislative body of Tompkins County, New York, in accordance with section 147(f) of the internal revenue code of 1986, for authorization of bonding of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency of up to $18,500,000 aggregate principal amount for civic facility revenue bonds (Tompkins Cortland Community College Foundation, Inc., project), for the design of the athletic facility, with the understanding that one-half would be paid by the State and the other half paid from the College's out -of -County capital charge back account, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2012-118 that also authorized the Tompkins Cortland Community College Campus Master Plan Amendment which included an understanding that matching funds were to come from the College's out -of -County capital charge back account, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2012-242 that approved the Issuance by the Tompkins County Development Corporation of Up to $45,000,000 Aggregate Principal Amount Tax -Exempt Revenue Bonds (Tompkins Cortland Community College Foundation, Inc. Project), Series 2012, with the understanding that one-half would be paid by the State and the other half paid from the College's out -of -County capital charge back account, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2014-151 endorsing the Tompkins Cortland Community College Master Plan in the amount of $7,050,000 subject to State Approval and Funding with the understanding that matching funds were to come from the College's out - of -County capital charge back account, and WHEREAS, due to reduced enrollment of out -of -County and out -of -State students the College's cash flow has been reduced significantly and the College has requested that the capital debt schedule be revised and the debt service repayment schedule for the above -noted Master Plan agreements be revised to provide the flexibility necessary for Tompkins Cortland Community College to continue operations, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the modification in the debt service repayment as noted on the schedule submitted below: 365 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Privilege of the Floor by the Public The following individuals spoke concerning the Resolution entitled Resolution Opposing Cayuga Operating Company's Proposal to Convert to Natural Gas, Urging the Department of Environmental Conservation to Require an Environmental Impact Statement with Full Public Scoping, and Urging the Governor to Support Cayuga's Transition to Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Provide Transition Support to the Plant Workers and to the Lansing Town and School District (ID #8189). Comments were generally supportive of the resolution being approved and many speakers within 366 Original Debt Service Repayment TC3 Payments $34M TC3 Payments $7M Revised Debt Services Repayment TC3 Payments $34M TC3 Payments $7M 2008-2009 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2009-2010 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2010-2011 $475,000.00 $475,000.00 $475,000.00 $475,000.00 2011-2012 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2012-2013 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2013-2014 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2014-2015 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 $465,000.00 2015-2016 $5K500.00 $434,000.00 $130,500.00 $564,500.00 $434,000.00 $130,500.00 2016-2017 $564,000.00 $434,000.00 $130,000.00 $564,000.00 $434,000.00 $130,000.00 2017-2018 $564,000.00 $434,000.00 $130,000.00 $564,000.00 $434,000.00 $130,000.00 2018-2019 $507,000.00 $372,000.00 $135,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2019-2020 $507,000.00 $372,000.00 $135,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2020-2021 $512,000.00 $372,000.00 $140,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2021-2022 $450,000.00 $310,000.00 $140,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2022-2023 $455,000.00 $310,000.00 $145,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2023-2024 $455,000.00 $310,000.00 $145,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2024-2025 $460,000.00 $310,000.00 $150,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2025-2026 $403,000.00 $248,000.00 $155,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2026-2027 $316,511.22 $161,511.22 $155,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2027-2028 $160,000.00 $160,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2028-2029 $165,000.00 $165,000.00 $318,000.00 $232,000.00 $86,000.00 2029-2030 $170,000.00 $170,000.00 $299,511.22 $213,511.22 $86,000.00 2030-2031 $159,000.00 $159,000.00 2031-2032 $159,000.00 $159,000.00 2032-2033 $159,000.00 $159,000.00 2033-2034 $159,000.00 $159,000.00 2034-2035 $127,000.00 $127,000.00 Totals 9,518,011.22 $7,332,511.22 $2,185,500.00 $9,518,011.22 $7,332,511.22 $2,185,500.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Privilege of the Floor by the Public The following individuals spoke concerning the Resolution entitled Resolution Opposing Cayuga Operating Company's Proposal to Convert to Natural Gas, Urging the Department of Environmental Conservation to Require an Environmental Impact Statement with Full Public Scoping, and Urging the Governor to Support Cayuga's Transition to Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Provide Transition Support to the Plant Workers and to the Lansing Town and School District (ID #8189). Comments were generally supportive of the resolution being approved and many speakers within 366 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 their comments expressed concern for the affordability of renewable energy sources, loss of jobs in the community, the dangers associated with trucking natural gas to the facility, and the urgent need to address climate change and stop the use of fossil fuels. Linda Yannone, Ithaca Bob Howarth, Town of Ulysses Tony Ingraffea, Village of Lansing Kristin Bartholomew, Lansing Elijah deCastro, Trumansburg Bill Podulka, Town of Caroline Nora Brown, Town of Danby Christine Zinder, Village of Cayuga Heights Johanna Brown, Town of Danby Judy Pierpont, Town of Dryden Alex Hyland, Ithaca Kenneth Fogarty, Town of Guilford, Chenango County Rebecca Schillenback, Town of Caroline Marie McRae, Town of Dryden Rob Mackenzie, Ithaca Yvonne LaMontagne, Tompkins County Merrill Hurst, Ulysses John Berger, Dryden Karen Edelstein, Lansing Tessa Sage, Tompkins County Gerri Wiley, Owego, Tioga County Carol Chock, City of Ithaca Monica Hargraves, Ithaca Jane Kennedy, Ithaca Sandra Steingraber, Trumansburg Brynn Schmitt, Danby Tonya Bittner, Dryden Margot Brinn, City of Ithaca Ethan Gormley, Onondaga County Sue Ruoff, Lansing Diane Beckwith, Lansing Elisa Evett, Caroline Tom Hurst, Trumansburg Ruth Yarrow, Ithaca Irene Weiser, Caroline Dan Rappaport, Town of Newfield Kim Bostwick, Trumansburg Ross Horowitz, Danby Concerned Citizen, Town of Ithaca John Dennis, Village of Lansing Peter Salton, Village of Cayuga Heights Lois Levitan, Town of Ithaca Zellman Warhalt, Ithaca Lauren Chambliss, Lansing Grace Marshall, Chemung County Karryann Kohlbeck, NYPIRG representative and a representative of the Navajaho Nation 367 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Tom Blecher, Ithaca Jeff deCastro, Trumansburg Patricia Rodriguet, Groton On behalf of the Legislature, Ms. Robertson thanked those who spoke this evening and at the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee meeting. Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Resolution No. 2018-260: Resolution Opposing Cayuga Operating Company's Proposal to Convert to Natural Gas, Urging the Department of Environmental Conservation to Require an Environmental I mpact Statement with F ull Public Scoping, an d Urging the Governor to Support Cayuga's Transition to Renewable Energy and Energy Storage and Provide Transiti on Support to the Plant Workers and to the Lansing Town a nd School District (ID #8189) Ms. Kelles said this is not a light decision noting there will be jobs lost and a loss of income to Lansing as the transition support funds are not available unless the plant completely closes. The most effective statement the County can make is that it does not support the continuation of the power plant's transition to natural gas. Everyone in this community needs to reduce consumption in order for the County to meet its energy goals. We are one of the most progressive counties in the State and lead in so many ways. She would be very concerned if the County could not make a commitment to renewables. Ms. Champion offered an amendment to substitute the resolution that was accepted as friendly and became the main motion. Mr. Sigler appreciates some of the proposed changes to the substitute resolution. As an Industrial Development Agency (IDA) member it will be difficult for him to support future projects that come before the IDA that includes natural gas noting he would have voted against GreenStar and Emmy's Organics had this been in place at that time. It is good the Town of Ulysses is putting natural gas in its facility, but suggested the action municipalities should be taking is banning the use of natural gas. He does not think it is good to use the Department of Environmental Conservation to make a statement, some people have made an investment and have reduced the use of natural gas but more have not. He referred to the power plant not coming on line until it hits a certain price point and an argument against it is support for higher taxes. This is a tax on the poor and middle class; people cannot afford solar panels on their homes and heat pumps. Although the loss of the jobs will be locally, they will be made up somewhere else. He spoke with NYSEG about subsidizing the natural gas moratorium as Lansing should not be the only entity that bares the cost. He spoke of sacrificing and of the move to these Chambers five years ago and a decision was not made at that time to convert to renewables. He will vote against anything that includes use of natural gas if this resolution is approved. There are not enough renewables to keep the lights on and that the majority of renewables comes from Niagara Falls. He disagrees with using the term fracked gas as all natural gas is fracked gas. Mr. John thanked everyone for coming in; it is important to hear from everyone. He spoke of frustration and the County getting where it needs to go. The County's Energy Road Map includes ideas of what can be done, but not how to get there. We are running out of time. He questioned how this decision reduces the overall production of electricity and thinks that question needs to be answered as well as where this energy will be produced. Economic development is important and if we don't have a tax base we cannot address challenges. In order to send a strong and coherent message he thinks the 368 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 resolution should include what the impact will be on the tax base, the loss of jobs, and how much investment the community will forego if this proposal does not go forward. The resolution should also address personal consumption and how we would like New York State to address solar and storage aspects as they are incredibly important. He supports the resolution but would like to see it more explicit in detail and referenced the public endorsement the Legislature has heard and to include language about emissions. It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, to refer the resolution to committee. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne expressed the same concerns Mr. John raised. She is looking for stronger language in the resolution concerning transition support for employees. She does not want to oppose the resolution, but believes more information needs to be included to make it stronger. Ms. Kelles said the information being requested would be included in the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). She spoke of the short timeline and urgency to communicate this to the DEC. Ms. Koreman agrees the time is of the essence and the DEC could be making a decision any day to accept the proposal as it is. Ms. Champion said the resolution will never include all of the wording everyone would like it to and commented later she will offer an amendment referencing public support. Ms. Black agrees it is time sensitive and shares many of the concerns raised but believes the benefits outweigh the concerns. Ms. Robertson said there was a lot of good work that went into this before and after the Committee meeting, but strongly believes what matters most is the wording in the title and the timing with getting it to the DEC as soon as possible. A voice vote on the motion to refer to Committee resulted as follows: Ayes - 6 (Legislators John, Lane, McKenna, McBean-Clairborne, Morey, and Sigler); Noes - 8 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, and Robertson). MOTION FAILED. Mr. Klein briefly commented that another related issue the Legislature will be discussing in the near future is the 200 forest acres the County owns. The proposal will include letting trees grow to old growth. The United Nations Climate report is scary but also said there was a report that was released a week later that offered solutions such as planting trees. He encouraged others from the public to come back in January to speak on behalf of this issue as well. Ms. Dawson explained her position and said she supports the resolution. She understands Mr. John's concerns, but believes the County is in a position to take the lead on this and should set an example. She referenced comments made about those who are wealthy and responded "for those who are given much, much is expected". Mr. Lane thanked everyone for speaking on this issue. He represents a district that is not wealthy where many use natural gas to heat their homes. The County is already on record for opposing trucked natural gas. He expressed concern for those who work at the power plant and their families and questioned where they are going to get the income they need. The transition money is only short-term and not a guarantee. He would not be opposed to limiting natural gas Countywide and believes that will 369 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 happen someday. He's not convinced this plant is no longer needed; although he will support this version of the resolution as a full EIS make sense. Ms. Champion offered an amendment that was accepted as friendly concerning public statements in support of the resolution. Ms. Koreman described herself as a blue collar environmentalist who does not take job loss lightly and said she is committed to helping these workers as much as possible. She agrees with Mr. Sigler that we need to look at banning new infrastructure that uses natural gas. She said the NYSEG lines have been upgraded and this plant is not needed. She spoke to affordability and environmentalists have been working to make energy efficiency an affordable option. Ms. Black said she had some of the same concerns raised concerning jobs and affordability but said her most important job she has is to make sure her children are safe and will support the resolution. Ms. Robertson said the Legislature has to make choices and make decisions based on looking at the big picture. She is confident the County can get the State to put the transition money in place for the plant workers. There are 140 new housing units being built in Lansing with heat pumps. IDA projects are taking advantage of the Energy Navigator to make those projects as renewable as possible. Tompkins County is doing everything it can to make this transition. Every housing project in Dryden is developed with heat pumps. She encouraged the public to speak with their municipalities and said the Energy Road Map provides scenarios but if we don't cut gas use by one-half we cannot reach our energy goals and this project takes that movement in the opposite direction. At this time, Mr. John offered the following amendment that was accepted as friendly: 5th Resolved to read: "RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature fully supports that portion of the proposal that would install solar and storage capaci , and urges Governor Cuomo to prioritize and provide needed support to assist Cayuga's conversion to renewable energy and storage upon retirement of all fossil -fuel power generation at their site,". It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mr. Lane, to amend the resolution and add the following as the second Whereas: "WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes that the project would represent a significant investment in the community with a corresponding impact on the tax base and job preservation, and". A voice vote resulted as follows on the amendment: Ayes - 12, Noes - 2 (Legislators Dawson and Robertson). AMENDMENT CARRIED. Mr. John offered the following amendment that was also accepted as friendly: Delete 8th Whereas: "WHEREAS, from July 2016 - June 2018 carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from Unit 2 averaged 52,417 tons per year, and according to Cayuga's application, if conversion to gas were approved, CO2 emissions would average 596,099 tons per year - an 11 -fold increase over the past 2 years, and". This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. 370 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 2] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson NAYS: Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, on April 27, 2018, the Cayuga Operating Company, LLC in Lansing, NY (Cayuga), submitted an application to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to modify its Title V Air Emissions Permit to convert one or more of its generating units from burning coal to burning natural gas, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes that the project would represent a significant investment in the community with a corresponding impact on the tax base and job preservation, and WHEREAS, Cayuga's application states that the requisite natural gas would be supplied in the form of compressed natural gas (CNG) delivered by 30 CNG powered trucks per day, and Cayuga's press release states that it would be delivered by an average of 25 - 60 trucks per day, thereby generating 50 - 120 truck trips per day through numerous villages, towns, and cities in Tompkins County and other Southern Tier counties and creating a substantial increase in traffic in those communities, and WHEREAS, CNG transport trucks in other regions of New York State have experienced multiple traffic incidents including two occurrences of spontaneous venting of gas (5/27/17 Binghamton, NY, resulting in closure of four lanes of Interstate, 6/18/18 Little Falls, NY) and 3 rollovers (9/12/17 Hartwick, NY; 6/2/18 Bethlehem, NY; 7/11/18 Exeter, NY - necessitated venting, evacuation within one-quarter mile and road closure for 12 hours) and have caused quality of life and safety concerns for residents along the truck route, and WHEREAS, Cayuga's proposal would create a material demand for numerous daily CNG transport truck trips through the Southern Tier and Tompkins County, thereby creating a danger to human health and constituting a potentially significant adverse impact on the environment, and WHEREAS, Cayuga has been operating for 63 years and uses outdated and inefficient steam - turbines to generate electricity, and nationwide 95% of plants of Cayuga's age and type have ceased operations, and WHEREAS, in anticipation of Cayuga's outage, in August 2010 New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG) completed transmission line upgrades from Cortland to the Etna substation to ensure reliable electric supply to Tompkins County independent of the Cayuga plant, and in July 2017 transmission line upgrades were completed in Auburn to similarly address reliability needs there, hence power from the Cayuga plant is no longer needed for regional reliability, and WHEREAS, a fire in April 2016 severely damaged Generating Unit 2's stack and since then it has operated at only 4% capacity and since July 1, 2018, it has been on forced outage, and 371 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 WHEREAS, a substantial body of scientific research now clearly shows that when full life -cycle, fugitive methane emissions are taken into account and methane's global warming potential is evaluated in a 20 -year timeframe, conversion from coal to gas does not provide any reduction in global warming impacts from greenhouse gas emissions, and in many instances is worse, and WHEREAS, Cayuga's proposal would result in a major change in the quantity and type of energy used by its generating units, thereby constituting a potentially significant adverse impact on the environment, and WHEREAS, the 2015 Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan established the principle that "Tompkins County should be a place where the energy system meets community needs without contributing additional greenhouse gasses to the atmosphere," and established the policy to "Reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) to reach a minimum 80 percent reduction from 2008 levels by 2050 and reduce reliance on fossil fuels across all sectors," and WHEREAS, in New York State's Clean Energy Plan, Governor Cuomo established GHG reduction goals of 40% by 2030, and the Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) and Clean Energy Standard initiatives articulate a vision for achieving that goal through reliance on renewable energy resources and energy conservation, and in 2017, New York State published a Methane Reduction Plan, recognizing that methane "is second to carbon dioxide in its contribution to climate change as a result of its high volume in the atmosphere and strong radiative effects", and WHEREAS, Governor Cuomo has committed New York State to a leadership role in upholding the goals of the Paris Climate Accord, and the October 8th Special Report of the United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), evaluating progress on meeting the goals of the Paris Climate Accord, states unequivocally that we must rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) by at least 40% over the next 12 years in order to avoid catastrophic tipping points, and the report specifically cites reduction of short-lived climate pollutants such as methane, black -soot and hydro fluorocarbons as an essential aspect of that GHG reduction, and WHEREAS, Cayuga's proposal would result in an increase in carbon dioxide and methane gas emissions that would be in direct and material conflict with Tompkins County current energy goals and policy as stated in its Comprehensive Plan, as well as being in conflict with New York State's energy goals and the urgent global imperative articulated by the IPCC, thereby constituting a potentially significant adverse impact on the environment, and WHEREAS, the New York State 2013 Energy Highway Blueprint does not support keeping uneconomic power plants online if they have not been deemed necessary for reliability purposes, but recognizes the economic impact that power plant retirement can have on workers, local economies and municipal and school tax base, and therefore urged the DEC to work with other State Agencies to develop a "Community Support Plan to mitigate the near-term strain on communities that demonstrate significant hardship arising from the retirement of a fossil -fuel power plant", and WHEREAS, the combination of renewable energy and energy storage is better for the environment, and is increasingly found to be more economic than gas peaker plants, and Governor Cuomo has set a goal of 1500 MW energy storage by 2025 and a recent review by the NYS Public Service Commission shows that even more ambitious goals of up to 3000 MW by 2030 are achievable, and 372 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 WHEREAS, hundreds of community members spoke to the Legislature with a largely unanimous voice both in person and in written statements in support of making the strongest possible statement against repowering the plant with natural gas, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature finds that Cayuga's proposal to convert a non- operating, inefficient, coal -burning steam -turbine unit to natural gas fuel, resulting in increased CO2 and methane emissions, is incompatible with the urgent global imperative to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and will result in significant adverse environmental impacts in Tompkins County and other Southern Tier communities with regard to traffic, public safety, and poses a direct and material conflict with Tompkins County's and New York State's energy policies and greenhouse gas reduction goals, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature therefore opposes Cayuga's request for a modification of their air emissions permit to allow conversion to burn natural gas, RESOLVED, further, That, at a minimum, a full Environmental Impact Study (EIS) and formal public scoping process, soliciting input from all impacted communities, should be required in connection with the DEC's consideration of Cayuga's proposal, RESOLVED, further, That the EIS should take into account the full life -cycle methane emissions - including out of state emissions - and should assess global warming impacts (radiative forcing) on a twenty-year time horizon, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature fully supports that portion of the proposal that would install solar and storage capacity and urges Governor Cuomo to prioritize and provide needed support to assist Cayuga's conversion to renewable energy and storage upon retirement of all fossil -fuel power generation at their site, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature requests that Governor Cuomo work with the State Legislature and State Agencies to provide transition support to the plant workers and support to the Lansing Town and School District to mitigate tax impacts of plant closure, as Lansing will be eligible under the State's program through the urban Development Corporation, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, NYS DEC Regional Permit Administrator, Commissioner Basil Seggos, NYS PSC Commission Chair John Rhodes, State Senator Pamela Helming, State Senator Thomas O'Mara, State Senator James Seward, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Assistant Secretary for Energy Peter Olmsted, Deputy Secretary for the Environment Venetia Lannon, Matthew Marko, DEC Regional Director, Region 7, Thomas Elter, DEC Environmental Engineer, Air Quality Division Region 7, and Joseph Dlugolenski, DEC Deputy Region 7. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Recess Ms. Robertson declared recess at 8:58 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:09 p.m. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Ms. Champion announced the Town of Enfield passed a resolution in support of a plastic bag ban 373 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 and would like Tompkins County to adopt a local law. Ms. Koreman reported there will be an overview of the Raise the Age on November 29th at Hotel Ithaca. Mrs. McBean-Clairbome acknowledged the recent passing of long-time community member, Gino Bush. He played a tremendous role in this community and issues around equity and social justice. Mr. Lane said the Charter speaks to the annual election of officers of Chair and Vice Chair. It will be coming up in January at the Organizational meeting and said he thinks it should be a public process and anyone interested should declare publicly. Ms. Robertson announced the Ithaca Board of Realtors will be hosting a panel on housing November 29th at GreenStar. Mr. Sigler congratulated the Lansing Bobcats soccer team for winning the State Tournament. Mr. McKenna commended Jeff Smith, Highway Director, on receiving funding for 13 projects through the Bridge NY program. Appreciation was also extended to the Highway crews for the work in keeping the roads clear during the recent snow storm. Report from a Municipal Official(s) There was no Municipal Official present. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson commented on the additional expenditure for the Community Outreach Worker program that was approved in budget with conditions and said Deputy County Administrator Arnie Hendrix is working on setting up a meeting of a working group. The Rocky Mountain Institute has grant funds available to study microgrids around airports. They have identified Tompkins County and want to have a conference in February. Planning and Sustainability Director Katie Borgella and Airport Director Mike Hall will be making plans to support that. Discussions have also taken place and the County has reiterated its request to the State Governor for a third County Court Judge. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino said a presentation will be given at a December meeting on the Old Jail Capital Improvement project. Report from the County Attorney Mr. Wood had no report. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder provided a report on casino revenues compared to last year and said the third quarter of 2018 was up 11.72%. Year-to-date receipts are up 13.64%. 374 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda Ms. Robertson gave Ms. Black permission to withdraw the resolution entitled Resolution in Support of Marijuana Legalization in New York State. There were no resolutions added to the agenda. Consent Agenda RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Glenn Morey, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 8164) Ms. Dawson disclosed that Ronny Hardaway is her husband. Environmental Management Council Laurel Lynch - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2019 Youth Services Board Ronny Hardaway - Village of Lansing representative; term expires December 31, 2021 Resolution No. 2018-261: Resolution Authoriz ing a Public Hearing in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended (ID #8246) WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the "County") intends to issue its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2019 Series B, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $7,500,000 (the "Series B Notes"), and WHEREAS, proceeds from the sale of the Series B Notes, along with available funds, shall provide funding for a capital improvement project (the "Project") at the County's existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the "Airport") located at 1 Culligan Drive Ithaca, New York 14850, and WHEREAS, the Project shall consist of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility's existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), interest on the Series B Notes will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Series B Notes is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Series B Notes and the nature and location of the facilities 375 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Transportation Committee, by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Code, the Legislature hereby authorizes a public hearing before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on December 18, 2018, at 5:30 p.m. thereof concerning the Project and the proposed issuance of the Series B Notes. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same. Section 2. The Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately SEQR ACTION: Unlisted Action Resolution No. 2018-262: Changes in Positions - Various Departments (ID #8218) WHEREAS, the 2019 Budget adopted November 8, 2018, provides funding for new positions, for the increase or reduction in the standard work week of existing positions, and a corresponding increase or decrease in the approved hours of existing incumbents, as well as eliminating funding for certain positions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee, That the following new positions are created, and that the positions mentioned below are hereby increased or decreased effective January 1, 2019. The positions to be abolished will cease to exist close of Business December 31, 2018, or as operationally necessary thereafter. CREATION OF NEW POSITIONS County Veterans Services Agency 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour per week Director of Veterans Services, Management Grade 84, Job Code 4265 Department ofAssigned Counsel 1.0 FTE, 35 -hour per week Data Officer - Indigent Legal Services, White Collar Grade 9, Job Code 1651 Department of Emergency Response 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour per week Deputy Director of Emergency Response, Management Grade 86, Job Code 4229 376 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour per week Community Preparedness Coordinator, Management Grade 84, Job Code 4170 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour per week County Fire, Disaster and EMS Coordinator, Management Grade 85, Job Code 4288 Department of Social Services 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour per week Case Supervisor, White Collar Grade 16, Job Code 1594 4.0 FTE, 35 -hour per week Senior Caseworkers, White Collar Grade 15, Job Code 1581 INCREASE HOURS OF EXISTING POSITIONS Department of Social Services 1.0 FTE, Microcomputer Specialist, White Collar Grade 12, Job Code 1638, Position #1138. Increase the standard work week and hours of position #1138 from 37.5 to 40 hours per week, and the hours of the incumbent from 37.5 to 40 hour per week. Department of Weights and Measures 1.0 FTE, Weights and Measures Inspector, White Collar Grade 10, Job Code 1727, position ID #1178. Increase the standard workweek and the approved hours of position #1178 from 35 to 40 hours per week, and the hours of the incumbent from 20 to 40 hours per week. DECREASE HOURS OF EXISTING POSITIONS Department of Social Services 1.0 FTE, Microcomputer Specialist, White Collar Grade 12, Job Code 1638, Position #823. Decrease the standard work week of the position from 37.5 to 35 hours per week. No incumbent. 1.0 FTE, Program Development Specialist, Management Grade 85, Job Code 4280, Position #1107. Decrease the standard work week of the position from 40 to 35 hours per week. No incumbent. ABOLISH THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Department of Emergency Response 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour Assistant Fire and Emergency Management Director, Management Grade 84, Job Code 4169, Position ID Number 1307. This position will cease to exist as operationally necessary. 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour Assistant Director of Emergency Response - Dispatch Operations, Management Grade 85, Job Code 4268, Position ID Number 352. This position will cease to exist as operationally necessary. 377 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 1.0 FTE, 40 -hour Assistant Emergency Medical Services Director Department of Emergency Response, Management Grade 82, Job Code 4180, Position ID Number 1165. This position will cease to exist as operationally necessary. Department of Human Rights 1.0 FTE, 35 -hour per week Paralegal Aide, White Collar Grade 10, Job Code 1619, Position ID #535. This position will cease to exist December 31, 2018. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 263: Authorizing a Public Hearing on Local Law No. a of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 (ID #8217) WHEREAS, according to New York State's Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the State, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted such a Local Law on July 3, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has not adopted a budget exceeding the property tax cap and therefore needs to repeal Local Law No. 1 of 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on December 4, 2018, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. e of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 264: Implementation of 2019 Tompkins County Budget - Memberships ( ID #8215) WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the County to have County personnel be members of a variety of organizations, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That memberships in all municipal and professional organizations specifically listed in 2019 budget requests and included in the 2019 budget adopted by the Tompkins County Legislature, are hereby authorized and 378 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 approved. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-265: Adjusting Social Services' 2018 Budget for 'Code Blue' (ID #8213) WHEREAS New York State has in recent years mandated that local social services districts provide emergency shelter to all homeless persons every day that wind chill temperatures reach lows at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, and WHEREAS the utilization of this program in Tompkins County increased significantly last winter, resulting in expenditures nearly five times the amount authorized in the 2018 budget (which was based on prior years' experience), and WHEREAS the Department of Social Services requires increased spending authority to cover both last winter's over -budget expenditures on this program which were paid in 2018 and the program's projected costs during the final three months of this year, and WHEREAS "Code Blue" expenditures are 100% State -reimbursed, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance shall make the following adjustments to the 2018 Budget: Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $502,000 Revenue: 6010.43610 State: Social Services Admin $502,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-266: Authoriz ing Supplemental Agreement No. 9 with C&S Companies for General Air port Consultant Service s - N ew Aircraft R escue Fir e Fighting (ARFF)/Snow Removal Eq uipment (SRE) Building - Study and Conceptual Design Services - It haca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #8241) WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for the study and conceptual design services of the New Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF)/Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Building at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, a Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 9 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for the study and conceptual design services of the New Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF)/Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Building is estimated to cost $140,000, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 9 with C&S Companies for the study and conceptual design 379 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 services of the New Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF)/Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Building in the amount of $140,000 be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $126,000 New York State Grant (5%) $ 7,000 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's) (5%) $ 7,000 TOTAL AMOUNT $140,000 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Transportation Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met prior to this meeting to take action on a resolution pertaining to the Airport. The next meeting will be December 7th. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on December 3rd and will hear from the Assessment Director concerning how big box stores are assessed. Planning, Development, and Environmental Ouality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will meet November 26th and again on December 18th at 9 a.m. Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on November 13th and approved the resolutions reflected on this evening's agenda. He announced the Direct Report meetings have been changed to 5 p.m. on November 26 and December 3rd. Resolution No. 2018-267: Implementation of the 2019 Budget - Departmental Fees (ID #8216) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler 380 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 WHEREAS, various departments are authorized to charge assorted fees for various services, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That all changes and increases in fees and changes in methods of charging fees specifically identified in the departmental budget requests and included in the 2019 budget adopted by the Tompkins County Legislature, are hereby authorized and approved. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-268: 2018 Bu dget Appropriation an d Adjustments for Wage and Other Negotiated Increase s — Civil Servi ce Employee' s Associatio n, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, Tompkins County Local 855, Tompkins County White Collar Unit #8900 (CSEA) as well as Management and Confidential Employees (ID #8010) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, a three-year bargaining agreement, approved by the Tompkins County Legislature in Resolution No. 2018-62 on March 20, 2018, provides wage increases to employees of the Civil Service Employee's Association, Inc., Local 1000, AFSCME, Tompkins County Local 855, Tompkins County White Collar Unit #8900 (CSEA), set at 2.0% for 2018, accompanying increases to each of the longevity payment tiers (specified in Resolution No. 2018-62), and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 77 dated May 15, 2007, the salaries and fringe benefits for Confidential Employees follow the White Collar Contract, and WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 2018-63 dated March 20, 2018, the same salary and fringe benefit adjustments as those negotiated by the CSEA White Collar Unit shall be provided to Management Employees for the period January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following appropriations and adjustments to the Budget for the 2018 fiscal year: BUDGET APPROPRIATION: DECREASE DEPARTMENT: Interfund Distribution UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 381 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 9101 51000 REGULAR PAY -764,538 9101 42770 OTHER MISCELL REVENUES -106,894 DEPARTMENT: Social Services 6010 54400 PROGRAM EXPENSE -1,945 INCREASE DEPARTMENT: Airport UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 5610 51000225 AIRPORT MANAGER 1,777 5610 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 789 5610 51000586 DEP DIR OF AIRPORT OP/ARF 1,335 5610 51000602 DEP DIR OF AIRPORT ADMIN 1,335 5610 51200586 DEP DIR OF AIRPORT OP/ARF 188 5610 51200602 DEP DIR OF AIRPORT ADMIN 141 5610 51600 LONGEVITY 1,850 DEPARTMENT: Assessment UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1355 51000181 ASST DIR ASSESSMENT 1,586 1355 51000244 DIR. OF ASSESS. 1,919 1355 51000709 REAL PROP. APPRAISER 4,747 1355 51000713 GIS TECH 951 1355 51000730 REAL PROP SYS SPEC 1,053 1355 51000735 VALUE SPECIALIST 2,612 1355 51000765 ASSMT ACCT SPEC 947 1355 51000796 SENIOR VAL SPEC 600 1355 51600 LONGEVITY 2,300 DEPARTMENT: Assigned Counsel UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1170 51000058 GRANTS AND TRAINING COORD 829 1170 51000275 SUPERVISING ATTRNY 690 1170 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 440 1170 51000670 PROGRAM COORD AC 1,278 1170 51000671 SECRETARY 832 1170 51600 LONGEVITY 1,100 1172 51000275 SUPERVISING ATTRNY 253 1172 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 338 1172 51000670 PROGRAM COORD AC 163 1172 51000671 SECRETARY 57 DEPARTMENT: Board of Elections UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1450 51000075 VOTING MACH TECH 200 1450 51000175 DEP COMM ELECTIONS 2,228 1450 51000201 COMMR. OF ELECT. 3,172 382 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 1450 51000691 SR ELECTIONS CLERK 1,716 1450 51000793 SEN VOTG MAC TEC 1,658 1450 51600 LONGEVITY 2,000 DEPARTMENT: County Administration 51000092 PRIN REC CK CIV DV UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1230 51000253 COUNTY ADMIN. 2,554 1230 51000261 COMPLIANCE PROGRAM COORD 1,001 1230 51000282 DEPUTY CO. ADMN. 1,919 1230 51000316 EXEC ASST TO C/ADM 1,191 1230 51000360 ADMIN SPECIALIST 858 1232 51000 REGULAR PAY 1,436 1988 51000340 PUBLIC INF OFFICER 1,191 1988 51600 LONGEVITY 200 1989 51000338 CONTRACTS COORD 1,191 1989 51600 LONGEVITY 800 DEPARTMENT: County Administration - STOP DWI UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 4250 51000203 CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATOR 279 4250 51000342 VICTIM & RECOVERY SP 1,109 4250 51000356 SEC/PARA AID TO DA 801 4250 51600 LONGEVITY 600 DEPARTMENT: County Attorney UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1420 51000248 COUNTY ATTORNEY 2,555 1420 51000262 DEP CNTY ATTNY 1,121 1420 51000312 PARALEGAL TO CA 655 1420 51000337 SEC/PARALEG AIDE CA 1,104 1420 51600 LONGEVITY 1,500 DEPARTMENT: County Clerk UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1346 51000789 MAIL & REC CLERK 812 1346 51600 LONGEVITY 200 1410 51000092 PRIN REC CK CIV DV 829 1410 51000099 ADMIN RECORDING CLK 1,049 1410 51000202 DEPUTY CO. CLERK 1,306 1410 51000685 PRINC RECORD CLERK 1,894 1410 51000687 RECORDING CLERK 1,710 1410 51000690 SR RECORDING CLERK 901 1410 51600 LONGEVITY 2,200 1411 51000202 DEPUTY CO. CLERK 1,306 1411 51000505 MTR. VEH. EXAM 4,435 1411 51000799 SR MOTOR VEH EXAM 2,589 1411 51600 LONGEVITY 700 383 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 DEPARTMENT: County Office for the Aging UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 6771 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 58 6771 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 10 6771 51000547 OMBUDS PROG & OUTRCH SPEC 750 6771 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 1,039 6771 51000853 FISCAL COORDINATO R-COFA 18 6771 51600 LONGEVITY 200 6772 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 1,169 6772 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 16 6772 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 225 6772 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 751 6772 51000547 OMBUDS PROG & OUTRCH SPEC 79 6772 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 266 6772 51000752 DIETITIAN 27 6772 51000853 FISCAL COORDINATO R-COFA 901 6772 51600 LONGEVITY 1,400 6774 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 24 6774 51000752 DIETITIAN 184 6775 51000546 NY CONNECTS COORDINATOR 57 6777 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 260 6777 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 588 6777 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 393 6778 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 677 6780 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 357 6780 51000853 FISCAL COORDINATO R-COFA 119 6781 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 11 6781 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 16 6781 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 479 6782 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 324 6782 51600 LONGEVITY 800 6787 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 391 6787 51600 LONGEVITY 750 6791 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 147 6793 51000559 AGING SVCS SPECIAL 385 6796 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 82 6797 51000214 INFORMATION AIDE 531 6797 51000215 DIR, OFF. FOR AGING 94 6797 51000517 OUTREACH WORKER 287 6797 51000546 NY CONNECTS COORDINATOR 1,085 6797 51000571 AGING SVCS PLANNER 202 DEPARTMENT: District Attorney UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 384 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 1165 51000176 ASST DA LOC CRM CT 1,306 1165 51000203 CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATOR 1,747 1165 51000228 ASST. DIS. ATTORN. 10,468 1165 51000277 DEP DISTRICT ATTNY 1,919 1165 51000311 SECRETARY, DA 1,306 1165 51000356 SEC/PARA AID TO DA 1,201 1165 51000531 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 1 632 1165 51600 LONGEVITY 150 DEPARTMENT: Emergency Response UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 3410 51000057 PROFESSIONAL DEV COORDINA 1,187 3410 51000169 ASST F&E MGT DIR 1,187 3410 51000173 COM CENTER MGR 1,436 3410 51000180 ASST EMS DIR 535 3410 51000188 DIR DEPT EMER RES 1,738 3410 51000229 CO. FIRE & DIS CO. 1,304 3410 51000307 EM SERV DISP/CAD SYS SPEC 1,105 3410 51000358 DISPATCH SUP/CAD SYS SPEC 1,187 3410 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 1,049 3410 51000551 EMERG SVCS DISP. 15,736 3410 51000794 SYSTEMS MGR 1,306 3410 51000797 DISPATCH SUPERVISOR 5,523 3410 51200551 EMERG SVCS DISP 451 3410 51200797 DISPATCH SUPERVISOR 276 3410 51300551 EMERG SVCS DISP 325 3410 51300797 DISPATCH SUPERVISOR 108 3410 51600 LONGEVITY 4,937 3411 51000792 E911 PROG SPEC 855 DEPARTMENT: Facilities UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1620 51000177 ASST DIR FACIL 1,580 1620 51000179 DIR OF FACILITIES 1,738 1620 51000541 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 4 1,049 1620 51600 LONGEVITY 3,400 DEPARTMENT: Finance UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1310 51000267 TREASURY MANAGER 1,442 1310 51000504 ACCOUNT CLERK 574 1310 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 648 1310 51000541 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 4 1,053 1310 51000570 FINANCE DIRECTOR 347 1310 51600 LONGEVITY 800 1315 51000252 DIR ACCT SVCS 1,442 385 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 1315 51000320 SR ACCT CLERK/TYP 1,695 1315 51000331 PAYROLL COORDINATOR 1,191 1315 51000334 PRIN ACCT CLK TYP 876 1315 51000349 PAYROLL SPECIALIST 1,001 1315 51000415 DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF FINANC 1,745 1315 51000570 FINANCE DIRECTOR 1,974 1315 51600 LONGEVITY 3,100 1345 51000614 BUYER 1,109 1345 51600 LONGEVITY 800 DEPARTMENT: Health Department UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 4010 51000095 DIR-HLTH PROMO PRG 983 4010 51000214 INFORMATION AIDE 553 4010 51000232 PUB. HEALTH ADMN. 1,919 4010 51000250 PUBLIC HLTH. DIR. 2,502 4010 51000254 MEDICAL DIRECTOR 568 4010 51000404 PUB HLTH PREP COORD 1,042 4010 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 791 4010 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 678 4010 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 904 4010 51000580 COMM HEALTH NURSE 918 4010 51000672 PLANNER/EVALUATOR 1,117 4010 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 1,040 4010 51600 LONGEVITY 2,560 4012 51000096 WIC CLERK 1,529 4012 51000510 WIC NUTRITION EDUCATOR II 891 4012 51000572 WIC FROG NUTRITIONIST 1,975 4012 51000598 WIC PROG. DIR. 1,191 4012 51600 LONGEVITY 1,200 4013 51000297 EMP SAFETY & HEALTH COOR 1,191 4015 51000776 DEP REG VITAL REC 832 4015 51600 LONGEVITY 200 4015 51800 ON CALL 38 4016 51000214 INFORMATION AIDE 553 4016 51000218 SR COMMUNITY HLTH NURSE 1,442 4016 51000249 DIRECTOR OF COMM HLTH 1,745 4016 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 1,356 4016 51000580 COMM HEALTH NURSE 7,800 4016 51000601 SUPV COMM HLTH NUR 1,586 4016 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 971 4016 51600 LONGEVITY 4,890 4018 51000095 DIR-HLTH PROMO PRG 246 4018 51000209 HLTH NEIGHBOR EDUC COORD 832 386 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 4018 51000507 KEYBD SPEC 97 4018 51000595 PUB HEALTH SANIT. 521 4018 51600 LONGEVITY 295 4047 51000218 SR COMMUNITY HLTH NURSE 1,442 4047 51000292 DIR/CHILD W/SPEC 1,745 4047 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 1,694 4047 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 727 4047 51000580 COMM HEALTH NURSE 10,487 4047 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 1,109 4047 51600 LONGEVITY 2,350 4090 51000167 DIR ENVIRON HLTH 1,745 4090 51000214 INFORMATION AIDE 415 4090 51000507 KEYBD SPEC 1,192 4090 51000541 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 4 922 4090 51000554 PUBLIC HEALTH TECH 309 4090 51000595 PUB HEALTH SANIT. 9,382 4090 51000607 SR PUB HLTH SANIT 3,964 4090 51000640 PUBLIC HEALTH ENG 1,261 4090 51600 LONGEVITY 2,905 4095 43401 PUBLIC HEALTH WORK 20,884 4012 44402 WIC 6,787 4018 43489 OTHER HEALTH INCOME 1,991 DEPARTMENT: Highway Department UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 5010 51000270 COUNTY HIGHWAY DIRECTOR 1,738 5010 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 900 5010 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 1,049 5110 51000053 ASSIST COUNTY HIGHWAY DIR 1,580 5110 51600 LONGEVITY 600 5010 42801 INTERFUND REVENUES 5,868 DEPARTMENT: Human Resources UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1430 51000174 DEP COMM PERSONNEL 1,580 1430 51000216 HR SYSTEMS & PROGM ADMIN 1,187 1430 51000242 COMM. OF PERSONNEL 2,103 1430 51000291 MGR TALNT AQUIRE & ENGAGE 1,306 1430 51000313 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS COORD 1,436 1430 51000333 PERSONNEL ASST 1,994 1430 51000339 PERSONNEL TECHNICIAN 1,047 1430 51600 LONGEVITY 2,200 DEPARTMENT: Human Rights UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 8040 51000284 DIR. OF HUMAN RIGHTS 1,738 387 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 8040 51000506 RECEPTIONIST 642 8040 51000521 PROGRAM AND OUTREACH SPEC 829 8040 51000619 PARALEGAL AIDE 829 8040 51600 LONGEVITY 500 DEPARTMENT: Information Technology Services UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1680 51000195 DI INF TECH SVCS 2,103 1680 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 901 1680 51000530 INFO SEC COMPLIANCE OFFIC 1,306 1680 51000542 DEP DIRECTOR OF ITS 1,580 1680 51000638 MICROCOMPUTER SPEC 1,049 1680 51000719 SYSTEMS ANALYST 1,187 1680 51000738 NET/SYSTEMS/ADMIN 1,436 1680 51000739 TELCOM/PRGRMING AD 1,436 1680 51000766 FIN SYSTEMS ADMIN 1,436 1680 51200 OVERTIME PAY 40 1680 51600 LONGEVITY 3,000 1683 51000515 GIS TECHNICIAN/WEB DEVEL 997 1683 51000636 GIS ADMINISTRATOR 1,436 1683 51600 LONGEVITY 600 1685 51000098 PUB SAFE SYS ADMIN 1,436 1685 51200 OVERTIME PAY 20 1685 51600 LONGEVITY 400 DEPARTMENT: Interfund Distribution UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 9522 54400 CONTRIBUTION TO D FUND 5,868 9502 54400 CONTRIBUTION TO COMM DEV FUND 10,969 DEPARTMENT: Legislature UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 1040 51000178 CLERK, LEGISLATURE 1,586 1040 51000351 DEP CLERK, LEGISLA 1,001 1040 51000355 CHIEF DEP CLK 1,311 1040 51600 LONGEVITY 1,600 DEPARTMENT: Mental Health Department UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 4310 51000196 DEP COMM MENT HLTH 1,912 4310 51000287 FISCAL ADMINISTRATOR 1,738 4310 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 4,053 4310 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 3,982 4310 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 873 4310 51000575 REHABILITATION SPECIALIST 1,039 4310 51000589 QUAL ASSURANCE/IMPROVE CO 1,306 4310 51000591 COMM MENT HLT NURSE 1,143 388 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 4310 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 1,104 4310 51000731 ADMIN COMPUTER ASST 918 4310 51000770 CORD DUAL RECOVERY SRVS 1,436 4310 51600 LONGEVITY 3,400 4311 51000 REGULAR PAY 960 4311 51000260 PSYCHIATRIST 6,373 4311 51000298 MEDICAL DIRECTOR/MH 3,742 4311 51000508 STAFF SOCIAL WORKER 1,257 4311 51000548 NURSE PRACTITIONER IN PSY 1,912 4311 51000562 CASEWORKER 1,039 4311 51000591 COMM MENT HLT NURSE 7,541 4311 51000599 PSYCH. SOC. WORKER 17,681 4311 51000653 CLINIC SUPERVISOR 5,214 4311 51000675 FORENSIC COUNSEL 1,346 4311 51000697 SR. PSYCH. SOC. WORKER 1,580 4311 51000750 CASEWORKER ASST 1,744 4311 51600 LONGEVITY 4,350 4312 51000537 PROGRAM DIRECTOR PROS 1,521 4312 51000575 REHABILITATION SPECIALIST 1,039 4312 51000591 COMM MENT HLT NURSE 1,143 4312 51000599 PSYCH. SOC. WORKER 1,257 4312 51000603 EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST 918 4312 51600 LONGEVITY 950 4314 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 213 4330 51000555 PROG DIRECTOR -CARE MANAGE 1,383 4330 51000562 CASEWORKER 7,270 4330 51000581 SR. CASEWORKER 1,143 4330 51000750 CASEWORKER ASST 873 4330 51600 LONGEVITY 3,000 DEPARTMENT: Planning and Sustainability UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 8020 51000 REGULAR PAY 2,612 8020 51000243 COMM. OF PLANNING 2,313 8020 51000283 DEP COMM PLANNING 1,580 8020 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 901 8020 51000609 SR.PLANNER 2,374 8020 51000610 PLANNING ADMINISTRATOR 1,436 8020 51000629 PRIN PLAN TOURISM PROG DI 1,346 8020 51000673 PRIN ACCT CLK TYP 873 8020 51000714 GIS ANALYST 966 8020 51600 LONGEVITY 3,000 DEPARTMENT: Probation and Community Justice UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 389 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 3140 51000238 PROBATION DIR. II 2,111 3140 51000632 WRK. PRJ. SUPV. 527 3140 51600 LONGEVITY 1,725 3140 42771 INTERDEPARTMENT REVENUE 119 3141 51000186 DEP PROB DIR II 349 3141 51000211 PROBATION SUPER. 952 3141 51000259 PROBATION SYSTEM ANALYST 262 3141 51000520 PROBATION ASSIST. 1,053 3141 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 181 3141 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 155 3141 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 211 3141 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 181 3141 51000597 SR. PROB. OFFICER 7,857 3141 51000632 WRK. PRJ. SUPV. 1,580 3141 51000754 ADMIN SVC COORD 222 3141 51600 LONGEVITY 2,097 3142 51000186 DEP PROB DIR II 1,396 3142 51000211 PROBATION SUPER. 3,808 3142 51000259 PROBATION SYSTEM ANALYST 1,049 3142 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 723 3142 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 620 3142 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 843 3142 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 723 3142 51000585 PROBATION OFFICER 14,302 3142 51000597 SR. PROB. OFFICER 1,442 3142 51000754 ADMIN SVC COORD 887 3142 51000783 TRANS WKFORCE SPEC 527 3142 51600 LONGEVITY 6,455 3160 51000597 SR. PROB. OFFICER 793 3160 51000650 SECURITY OFFICER 903 3160 51000783 TRANS WKFORCE SPEC 527 3160 51600 LONGEVITY 572 DEPARTMENT: Recycling and Materials Management UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 8160 51000082 SR WEIGH SCALE OP 901 8160 51000257 SOLID WASTE MGR. 435 8160 51000279 ASST SOL WST MGR 718 8160 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 193 8160 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 225 8160 51000726 WEIGH SCALE OPR 609 8160 51000767 FISCAL COORD 593 8160 51200 OVERTIME PAY 30 8160 51200214 INFORMATION AIDE 157 390 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 8160 51200726 WEIGH SCALE OPER 122 8160 51600 LONGEVITY 1,043 8163 51000204 COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST 675 8163 51000257 SOLID WASTE MGR. 435 8163 51000279 ASST SOL WST MGR 718 8163 51000318 ACCT CLERK/TYPIST 193 8163 51000771 COM & ADMIN COORD 552 8163 51200 OVERTIME PAY 30 8163 51200214 INFORMATION AIDE 157 8163 51600 LONGEVITY 200 8165 51000204 COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST 225 8166 51000257 SOLID WASTE MGR. 435 8168 51000257 SOLID WASTE MGR. 434 8168 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 386 8168 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 675 8168 51000767 FISCAL COORD 593 8168 51000771 COM & ADMIN COORD 552 8168 51600 LONGEVITY 3,100 DEPARTMENT: Sheriff's Office UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 3110 51000352 EX ASST TO SHERIFF 1,049 DEPARTMENT: Sheriff's Office - Jail UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 3150 51000056 CORRECTIONS CAPTAIN 1,738 3150 51000219 UNDERSHERIFF 1,912 3150 51000565 REG. PROF. NURSE 1,187 3150 51000707 JAIL NURSE 1,306 3150 51600 LONGEVITY 1,450 DEPARTMENT: Social Services Department UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 6010 51000076 SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATOR 873 6010 51000079 CASE SUP GRADE A 1,580 6010 51000206 DIR. ADM SERVICES 1,912 6010 51000214 INFORMATION AIDE 5,116 6010 51000233 SOC. SRVCS. ATTORN 4,562 6010 51000247 COMM. SOC. SRVCS. 2,313 6010 51000280 PROG DEVELOP SPEC 1,306 6010 51000293 DIR. OF SVCS. 1,738 6010 51000414 DEP COMM OF SOCIAL SERVIC 1,738 6010 51000506 RECEPTIONIST 2,567 6010 51000507 KEYBD SPEC 4,492 6010 51000511 CASE AIDE 2,244 6010 51000513 ACCT. CLERK/TYPIST 1,351 391 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 6010 51000518 SENIOR CLERK 711 6010 51000519 SENIOR TYPIST 748 6010 51000529 SR. ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST 1,576 6010 51000531 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 1 610 6010 51000533 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 2 676 6010 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 1,835 6010 51000536 FINAN. INVEST. 5,235 6010 51000538 SOC. WEL. EXAM. 37,642 6010 51000539 DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS 1,436 6010 51000540 ADMIN ASSISTANT LEVEL 3 788 6010 51000541 ADMIN ASST LEVEL 4 2,097 6010 51000558 SR SOC WEL EXAM 13,530 6010 51000562 CASEWORKER 20,770 6010 51000565 REG. PROF. NURSE 4,302 6010 51000568 PRIN SOC WEL EXAM 1,143 6010 51000574 COORD OF CHILD SUP 1,306 6010 51000581 SR. CASEWORKER 21,872 6010 51000592 ACCT. SUPERVISOR 1,257 6010 51000594 CASE SUPERVISOR 11,488 6010 51000638 MICROCOMPUTER SPEC 1,966 6010 51000650 SECURITY OFFICER 2,482 6010 51000658 SR FINANCE INVEST 1,933 6010 51000673 PRIN ACCT CLK TYP 873 6010 51000719 SYSTEMS ANALYST 1,187 6010 51000728 LONGTERM CARE COOR 1,436 6010 51000750 CASEWORKER ASST 2,618 6010 51000783 TRANS WKFORCE SPEC 966 6010 51000791 DIVISION COORD 5,744 6010 51200 OVERTIME PAY 1,466 6010 51600 LONGEVITY 44,451 6010 43601 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE 17,578 6010 44601 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE 18,075 6010 44610 DSS ADM 9,173 6010 44611 FOOD STAMPS 17,872 6010 44619 CHILD CARE 13,059 6010 44661 F&CS BLOCK GRANT 1,356 DEPARTMENT: Transportation Planning UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 5631 51000171 CHIEF TRAN PLANNER 1,441 5631 51600 LONGEVITY 800 DEPARTMENT: Weights and Measures UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 3630 51000207 DI R. W GTS & MEAS. 1,188 392 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 3630 51000727 WGTS & MEAS INSPECTOR 474 3630 51600 LONGEVITY 828 DEPARTMENT: Workforce Development Board UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 6290 51000187 WKFORCE DEVEL DIR 1,447 6290 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 1,500 6290 51600 LONGEVITY 900 6290 42801 INTERFUND REVENUES 3,848 DEPARTMENT: Workforce NY Career Center UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 6292 51000189 EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING DIR 1,264 6292 51000674 ADMIN COORDINATOR 167 6292 51000761 WORKFORCE DEV SPEC 1,453 6292 51000779 EMP & TRAIN CLERK 647 6292 51000783 TRANS WKFORCE SPEC 1,849 6292 51000790 WORKFORCE DEVEL COORD 1,047 6292 51600 LONGEVITY 695 6292 42801 INTERFUND REVENUES 7,122 DEPARTMENT: Youth Services Department UNIT ACCOUNT/TITLE AMOUNT 7020 51000094 DIR YOUTH SERVICES 1,580 7020 51000535 ADMIN. ASSISTANT 1,049 7020 51000634 YOUTH BUREAU PLANNER 1,039 7020 51000655 PROGRAM MGMT SPEC 1,835 7020 51000711 COORD COMM YOUTH 1,039 7020 51600 LONGEVITY 2,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE 11-20 Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on November 28th. Housing Committee Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and received a report on the Community Development Block Grant program and opportunity zones. She explained the Tax Benefit Law was adopted last year and is a way for people who are realizing capital gains on their investments can reinvest in special funds of which there are two in Tompkins County. The Tompkins County Area Development is leading the charge in identifying opportunities and what the fund would look like. The Committee will next meet on December 17th. Public Safety Committee Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on December 5th. 393 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-269: Appropriation from Contingent Fund — Terminal Pay — Department of Probation and Community Justice (ID #8192) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, in the Department of Probation and Community Justice, one Senior Probation Officer retired on September 21, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal -pay reimbursement to the department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2018: I3e]I I�. IZI] TO: A3142.51000597 A3142.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Contingent Fund $5,461 Senior Probation Officer $3,759 Fringes $1,702 Resolution No. 2018-270: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement Pay - Department of Emergency Response (ID #8205) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Department of Emergency Response had an Administrative Assistant retire in January 2018 and an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor out on disability from June 26, 2018, through September 18, 2018, and 394 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement pay to the Department from the Contingent Fund for terminal pay, as well as for disability for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation: FROM: A1990.54400 TO: A3410.51000535 A3410.51000797 A3410.58800 SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Contingent Fund $ 18,373.11 Administrative Assistant $ 6,363.26 Dispatch Supervisor $ 6,282.56 Fringes $ 5,727.29 Resolution No. 2018- 271: Authorization to Accept 2018 Homeland Security Grant and Budget Adjustment - Sheriffs Office (ID #8200) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office has been awarded funding through the New York State Division of Homeland Security in the amount of $28,742.00 (FY2018DHSES) in 2018 that has not yet been utilized, and WHEREAS, said funds must be utilized toward law enforcement terrorism prevention activities, and WHEREAS, these funds will be used to replace outdated/broken portable radios, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That Tompkins County accept these grant funds in 2018 for the purpose of procuring the aforementioned equipment, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to accept the grant funding from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and adjust the capital project fund as follows: Homeland Security Project 395 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Revenue: HI3415.44389 (Project # 3415) Other Public Safety Aid $28,742.00 Appropriation: H13415.59239 (Project # 3415) Construction Expense $28,742.00 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or his designee, be authorized to execute any contracts or agreements related to this grant. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-272: Resolution in Support of Marijuana Legalization in New York State (ID #8212) Ms. Black said this has been discussed at length and a lot of input was received. She thinks the final resolution is a good well-rounded resolution that addresses both the positive and negative impacts. Mr. Lane said he didn't hear from his constituents about the Power Plant resolution but has received many comments about this resolution. He has a lot of concerns for public safety and thinks it is being driven by corporate money. He read the communication from the County's Board of Health and the concerns they raise are serious enough that this shouldn't be considered. Mr. Sigler said he doesn't think this is a lot different from alcohol, there are some things in the resolution he doesn't agree with but not enough to vote against it. People have a right to their bodies as long as they aren't hurting anyone else. Ms. Kelles suggested looking at the science and mentioned an article about the consequences of prohibition. Millions of dollars are spent incarcerating people of a minority population. Ms. Dawson does not agree with Mr. Lane that this is vice or an addictive drug unlike alcohol or tobacco. Marijuana is very valuable for its medicinal qualities; however, she believes to legalize it only for medicinal use that doctors won't use it and Medicare won't cover it. She observed the consequences of the war on drugs fall disproportionately on persons of color and in poor communities. Ms. Black commented that people are still being arrested for possession of marijuana. The one thing we can do by making it legal is to make sure what is being sold is safe. Once you have a dispensary you limit the black market and people will be safer. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said she appreciates the concerns raised by Mr. Lane. She is interested in hearing what the other concerns are raised by the Board of Health and how they are being addressed. She is also interested in knowing what happens to those people who have been arrested if marijuana is legalized. Mr. John said some of the changes to the resolution by the Public Safety Committee were made in response to the Board of Health. He said this is a tradeoff, there are good and bad things that can come out of it. He spoke of the recent change in the Raise the Age law and the implementation of that took a lot of coordination and it was a horrendous process. The present system as it relates to marijuana is not working and when you look at the dangers versus legalization, having easier treatment and regulation is the better approach. Ms. Koreman said not having a breathalyzer is a concern for her. She also mentioned there is a lot of tainted or enhanced marijuana with chemicals to make it more potent and she has witnessed people 396 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 who have been permanently damaged because of it. She spoke of the medicinal value and being easier to access for people with medical needs. Mr. Sigler said he was going to propose an amendment based on the version approved by the Health and Human Services Committee, but the version approved by the Public Safety Committee addresses many of his concerns. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said there are concerns about marijuana legalization and asked how people are going to protect themselves from wanting to get a higher high. Mr. Granison addressed timing of this and said it is being led by the government and there is already a wave of states that have adopted it. He hopes after legalization it will allow funding to be directed to research. Ms. Kelles commented it is not a black and white choice; it's a decision that will be based on whether the benefit outweighs the risk and she thinks they do. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote. RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 11 MOVER: Rich John, Member SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler NAYS: Michael Lane WHEREAS, since the drug war was initiated in the 1970s, over $1 trillion has been spent nationally enforcing drug laws, including those pertaining to marijuana, and WHEREAS, the existing drug laws have contributed significantly to the mass incarceration of two million American citizens which represents the highest imprisonment rate of any nation and 25% of the world's prisoners, and WHEREAS, marijuana is the most widely used illicit substance and marijuana possession is the most commonly charged drug offense; accounting each year for over 600,000 Americans who are arrested, imprisoned, fined, or otherwise criminalized and stigmatized, potentially for life, because of their use of marijuana, and WHEREAS, New York State has one of the worst racial disparities in marijuana arrests in the United States, with people of color being eight times more likely to be arrested for possession than white people, despite similar rates of use, and WHEREAS, since 1996, there have been over 800,000 low-level marijuana possession arrests in New York, and WHEREAS, in 2010 alone, New York State spent $675 million enforcing marijuana prohibition, and 397 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 WHEREAS, existing marijuana laws have been ineffective at curbing use, improving public health outcomes, or increasing public safety, and WHEREAS, the American public, at 93%, overwhelmingly supports legalizing medical marijuana and believe the drug should be legal for medical uses, and WHEREAS, 63% of New Yorkers support the legalization of marijuana for adult use, and WHEREAS, 30 states and the District of Columbia have broken from the federal government and allowed access to marijuana for medicinal purposes, and WHEREAS, ten states: Alaska, California, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont, and Washington, and the District of Columbia, have voted to legalize marijuana for adult use, and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Health has concluded that the benefits of taxing and regulating marijuana outweigh any potential negative consequences, and WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of New York has accepted that conclusion and endorsed marijuana legalization, and WHEREAS, in parallel with the New York State initiative to develop an agricultural foundation and market for industrial hemp, legalizing marijuana would spur development of marijuana -based agri- business in rural areas of New York State, and WHEREAS, the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) S. 3040 (Krueger) / A. 3506 (Peoples -Stokes) legalizes the production, distribution, and use of marijuana by removing the substance from classification as an illicit drug under New York's Controlled Substances Act, and WHEREAS, the MRTA will provide a foundation to create a responsible and well -regulated industry for adults over the age of 21, and a framework to limit youth access in ways that are unachievable under prohibition, including the implementation of the following regulatory safeguards: Establish, finalize, and financially support necessary infrastructure, including regulations, rules, appropriate testing of infrastructure and critical staff onboarding prior to beginning of sales. Align regulation of marijuana with the New York Clean Indoor Air Act which will ensure children, youth and other vulnerable populations are not exposed to marijuana use or second-hand smoke. Enforcement of these marijuana regulations must adequately address use in restaurants and other public spaces. Align regulation of marijuana with existing tobacco laws, and advocate to reach a unified statewide adoption of a Tobacco Marijuana 21 policy. Include warning labels on all marijuana products to ensure consumer awareness of health dangers and risks. Formulate and implement specific regulations targeting edible safety, including child - resistant packaging and restrictions on products which may be enticing to children. Active ingredients concentration regulations, particularly those related to packaging, labeling, and testing for potency, must be standardized and in place before implementation. Impairment as a result of substance abuse while operating a motor vehicle must be assessed and enforced based upon best available evidence. 398 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Fund surveillance and research efforts to monitor the type, use, frequency of use, and potency of marijuana used by New Yorkers. Encourage and fund the scientific study of health effects among New Yorkers who use marijuana. Fully fund enforcement and oversight, with such funding taking into account inflation and industry growth. Establish a financial structure that will apply the tax revenue received by New York State from the sale of marijuana to these regulatory responsibilities first, before allocating revenue to other uses. WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature understands that use of marijuana in the state of New York has unintended negative consequences for some people, including risk of dependency, possible desensitization to future drug use, negative cognitive and academic effects, complicated interrelationships with mental illnesses, adverse cardiac and respiratory effects, and long-term brain development impacts related to underage use, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature supports passage of the MRTA so that these unintended negative consequences of marijuana use, that impact the lives of many marijuana users, may be better addressed in an environment where criminal penalties are not a factor in seeking assistance, and WHEREAS, the MRTA will provide an alternate approach and serve a greater public good than prohibition has, by saving law enforcement resources and instead generating millions in tax revenue that could be allocated to support drug treatment, detox facilities, and programming for those who experience marijuana dependency, efforts to end the opioid epidemic in New York State, investment in New York's public schools, libraries, early childhood education, re-entry services, adult education programs, marijuana health effects research, public education programs, community development projects, and rebuild communities that have been most harmed by marijuana prohibition's collateral consequences, and WHEREAS, the MRTA will end the disproportionate enforcement of marijuana prohibition in communities of color that has directly led to reduced access to advancement opportunities including the ability of an individual to get a loan, get a job, go to college, or have a place to live, and WHEREAS, racial justice, economic opportunity, and public health are priorities of the residents of Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature: LSupports the bringing an end of marijuana prohibition; 2.Supports the creation of a diverse and inclusive marijuana industry; 3.Supports the reinvestment of revenue from taxed and regulated marijuana in communities that were impacted by the war on drugs; 4.Supports the passage of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature send copies of this resolution to Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton and State Senators James L. Seward, Pamela Helming, and Thomas F. O'Mara and request their support for the passage of the legislation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Health and Human Services Committee 399 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met on November 16th and received a report on the Office of Human Rights and e -cigarettes. The next meeting will be December 10th and the Committee will be discussing a full Tobacco Licensure Law and Source of Income. Resolution No. 2018-273: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Mandated Psychiatric Expense - Mental Health Department (ID #8185) This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Shawna Black, Member SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler WHEREAS, Forensics Psychiatric hospitalizations in State facilities due to MHL 730 are a mandated cost shared by the County and New York State, and WHEREAS, an increase in the number of clients and average length of stay has increased the amount due to cover the County share of the care, and WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department did not anticipate the increased volume of Forensic Psychiatric hospitalizations requiring extended stays in state facilities, and WHEREAS, the Mental Health Department does not have adequate funds in the mandate account for these expenses, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following 2018 budget adjustment on his books: FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 150,165 TO: 4390.54400 Program Expense $ 150,165 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Facilities and Infrastructure Committee Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee met on November 15th and took actions relating to the Soil and Water Conservation District and Airport. The Rood Scraps Collection building will be completed in a couple of weeks. The Committee had a lengthy discussion of the Freese Road bridge in the Town of Dryden. The Town has decided to go with a two-lane option but is still looking at this. The next meeting will be December 20th. 400 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, November 20, 2018 Minutes of Previous Meeting November 8, 2018 RESULT: ACCEP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member SECONDER: Rich John, Member AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler Adi ournment The meeting adjourned at 10:21 p.m. 401 Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes — Approved 12-18-18 Tuesday, December 4, 2018 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers Public Hearings Proposed Local Law No. d of 2018 - Amending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to Remove the Requirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review Shall Meet Each Year Ms. Robertson, Chair, opened the public hearing concerning proposed Local Law No. d of 2018 - Amending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to Remove the Requirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review Shall Meet Each Year at 5:31 p.m. and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:32 p.m. Proposed Local Law No. a of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 Ms. Robertson, Chair, opened the public hearing concerning proposed Local Law No. e of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 at 5:32 p.m. and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:33 p.m. Call to Order Ms. Robertson, Chair, called the regular meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call of Members Attendee Name Title Status Departed Shawna Black Member Present Amanda Champion Member Present Deborah Dawson Member Present HenryGranison Member Present Rich John Member Present Anna Kelles Member Present Daniel Klein Member Present Anne Koreman Member Present 6:20 PM Michael Lane Member Present Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present David McKenna Member Present Glenn Morey Member Present Martha Robertson Chair Present Michael Sigler Member Present 402 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day Ms. Robertson acknowledged the passing of the 41St President, George H.W. Bush, and spoke of his life achievements. She asked for a moment of silence in his honor. She announced that an executive session will be held later in the meeting to discuss a personnel matter about a particular person. Privilege of the Floor by the Public There was no member of the public present who wished to speak. Report from a Municipal Official(s) Kathy Servoss, Dryden Town Board Member, reported the Dryden Town Board adopted its 2019 budget and with a sales tax offset the Town will receive $20,000 more from the State for State lands. She commented a special use permit has been issued for a new Veterinary Clinic to move into the Book Barn on Route 13. She commented on the photo being circulated is of the three new Rail Trail kiosks and seven benches that were purchased from a grant in the amount of $8,000 received from the AARP. She thanked all the volunteers who helped with the project. George McGonigal, Common Council member, thanked Legislator Kelles for attending the City's meeting last month and providing a report. He reported City road and street projects for 2018 have been completed. The City passed its budget and got additional water and sewer and street crews. The City also funded the LEAD program and a new program called REACH. Funding was also approved for the Mental Health Court and an additional Community Outreach Worker to help with the homeless population. The Cascadilla dredging project should start next year. He also thanked the Legislature for its help with getting WENY back on basic television and bringing their office to downtown Ithaca. Mr. John expressed concern with the condition of Stewart Avenue and hopes it will be repaired soon. Mr. Klein communicated several issues related to the closing of the bus station and a brief discussion followed. Mr. McGonigal said the City is aware of many of the issues. Mr. Molino reported briefly on a meeting he and Frank Kruppa, Public Health Director, on the issues raised concerning the bus stop in front of the Library and Mental Health Building and said the discussions will continue to be held including identifying where congestion points are. Further discussion followed between Legislators and Mr. McGonigal concerning this and other items relating to the City. Privilege of the Floor by Legislators Mr. Sigler spoke of his visit to the White House this past weekend and the beautiful Christmas displays. He noted he was surprised to find the New York State tree and said it was decorated by Dryden High School students. Kathy Servoss said the Dryden Art class was chosen to create the ornaments for the State tree. Mr. Sigler also commented on the preparations for President Bush lying in State and spoke of President Bush's amazing accomplishments and experiences. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Mr. Sigler for sharing pictures of his White House visit. Ms. Black announced upcoming school -play performances; Dewitt Middle School students will 403 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 be performing the Adam's Family and Boynton Junior High School students will be performing the Wizard of Oz. Mr. John said the Moody's Bond Rating report on Tompkins County came in and is a great report. He gave credit to the County Administrator and Finance Director and their staff for this. Mr. Snyder noted it is the highest rating of any county in the State. Ms. Kelles announced she attended the Woman's Community Building grants reception and spoke of the wonderful event. She explained the City Federation of Women's Organizations (CFWO), its purpose, and how it led to the first Women's Community Building. Mr. Lane said as he announced at the last meeting about the offices of Chair and Vice Chair being an open process, he expressed his interest in being considered for the position of Legislature Chair in 2019. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne reported January 19th is the Annual Martin Luther King, Jr., breakfast at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center. They are always looking for volunteers. She also announced the Dorothy Cotton Institute Gala will be held December 6th at the Statler. Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments Ms. Robertson announced and congratulated former Legislator Nathan Shinagawa and his wife who recently became parents. She also spoke of New York State Senator Andrea Stewart -Cousins being nominated as the Majority Leader of the New York State Senate. She is the first woman and first African American woman to lead a majority conference in either Chamber of the State Legislature. She said a letter is being passed around for the Senator congratulating her. Ms. Robertson also announced that she has been invited by New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) to participate on a panel at a conference of the National Center for Science Education in Washington DC and to also serve as Vice Chair of the NYSAC Climate Resiliency Committee. Ms. Robertson had no appointments. Report from the County Administrator Mr. Molino said one of the things he has taken on since being in the position of County Administrator is space needs and briefly explained what led to a study of the space in the Old Jail. Mr. LeMaro, Director of Facilities, provided the Legislature with a PowerPoint presentation on the Old Jail Administration Programming and Planning Feasibility Study. Heads. It was noted there may be minor changes and said it has not yet been presented to Department Mr. Molino said the process for filling the Youth Services Director's position has begun. Consent Agenda 404 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 0] MOVER: Leslyn McBean-Clairbome, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Lane, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler AWAY: Black, Kelles, Koreman Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 8204) Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Lisa Holmes - County Staff representative; term expires December 31, 2021 Air Service Board - terms expire December 31, 2021 Katherine Borgella - Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability Gerald Hector - Representative of Cornell University Personal Emergency Response Service Advisory Board Regina Gold - At -large representative; term expires December 31, 2020 Office for the Agin, Advisory Committee - terms expire December 31, 2021 Charlie Hart Susan Hatch Water Resources Council - terms expire December 31, 2021 Cynthia Brock - Municipal Government representative Frank Proto - At -large representative Brian Rahm - Environment representative Darby Kiley - Planning and Sustainability Department representative R Barry Goodrich - Watershed Organization representative Amanda Champion - County Legislator; one-year term expiring December 31, 2019 Environmental Management Council - terms expire December 31, 2020 Susan Riley - At -large representative Vladimir Micic - Town of Ithaca representative Thomas Shelley - City of Ithaca representative John Dennis - Village of Lansing representative Planning Advisory Board Yamila Fournier - Built Environment representative; term expires December 31, 2019 John Czamanske - At -Large representative; term expires December 31, 2020 Terms expire December 31, 2021 Monika Roth - Agriculture representative Kathy Schlather - Human Services representative Gay Nicholson - At -large representative Tim Carey (Education #1 representative G. Lincoln Morse - Business representative 405 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 CJ Randall - Local Planning, non -urban representative Library Board of Trustees Anthony Martinez - term expires December 31, 2020 Nina Miller - term expires December 31, 2021 Luca Maurer - term expires December 31, 2021 Ingrid Jensen - term expires December 31, 2021 Liam G.B. Murphy - term expires December 31, 2021 Blixy Taetzsch - term expires December 31, 2021 Public Information Advisory Board Patty Poist - term expires December 31, 2020 Resolution No. 201 8-274: To Am end Resolution No. 2 017-258 of D ecember 19, 201 7 - Determination and Certification of County Clerk's Allowance - Annual Expenses for Administering Mortgage Tax (ID #8257) WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 262 of the Tax Law, recording officers and treasurers are entitled to receive all their necessary expenses for purposes of administering mortgage taxes in their offices on approval and allowance by the New York State Tax Commission, and WHEREAS, the State Tax Commission, by resolution duly adopted July 1, 1946, did determine that such mortgage tax expenses be approved at the amount certified to the State Tax Commission by County Board of Representatives [Tompkins County Legislature] provided it is a reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses, and WHEREAS, the County Clerk has conducted a cost analysis and has recommended that the allowance for mortgage tax expenses be increased from $287,161 per annum to $298,437 per annum, and WHEREAS, in addition, the Finance Director has conducted a cost analysis and has recommended that the allowance for the treasurer's expense for administering the mortgage tax be increased from $20,000 per annum to $20,800 per annum, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the sum of $298,437 per annum be, and the same hereby is, determined as a reasonable and necessary allowance of the Tompkins County Clerk, the recording officer of the County of Tompkins, for the hire of clerks and assistants and other expenses to assist in the administration of the mortgage recording tax law in her office, and that the sum of $20,800 per annum be, and the same hereby is, determined as a reasonable and necessary allowance of the Tompkins County Finance Director, to assist in the administration of the mortgage tax funds, and that said sum of $319,237 is hereby certified to the State Tax Commission as the reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this resolution, with her original signature thereon, to the State Tax Commission, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 406 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-275: Adoption of Apportionment of Taxes for 2019 (ID #8223) WHEREAS, the report of equalization rates and totals (footings) of assessment rolls has been prepared and approved by the Assessment Director, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the report of the Director of Assessment be accepted and adopted, and the valuation of real property and franchise be based on the 2018 final assessed values for the purposes of general tax levied against the several tax districts of the County and that the values determined therein be set forth as the basis for such general and highway tax levies for the year 2019, RESOLVED, further, That the several amounts therein listed for State tax and County tax for general County purposes for 2018 be apportioned among, assessed against, levied upon, and collected from taxable property of the several towns and City liable therefore. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-276: Returned School Taxes (ID #8222) WHEREAS, Article 13 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes school district tax collectors to submit by November 15th a listing of unpaid taxes to the County Treasurer for enforcement, and WHEREAS, the County guarantees the school districts payment of the unpaid taxes by April 1 of the year following the return, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Assessment of the County be and hereby is authorized and directed to add to the respective 2019 tax rolls the amounts of the uncollected school taxes that remain unpaid and that have not heretofore been relevied on town tax rolls and that have been returned by the collectors of the various districts, exclusive of the Ithaca City School District, to the County Finance Director, and that said returned school taxes be reassessed and relevied on town tax rolls as they are returned, and that said school taxes returned in 2018 be reassessed and relevied upon the lots and parcels so returned with 12.0 % annual interest in addition thereto. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-277: Returned Village Taxes (ID #8221) WHEREAS, Article 14 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes village tax collectors to return to the County Treasurer a listing of unpaid taxes for enforcement, and WHEREAS, the Villages of Cayuga Heights, Dryden, Freeville, Groton, Lansing, and Trumansburg have accordingly submitted their unpaid taxes to the County for enforcement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director 407 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 of Assessment of the County be and hereby is authorized and directed to add to the respective 2019 tax rolls the amounts of the uncollected village taxes that remain unpaid and that have not been heretofore relevied on town tax rolls and that have been returned by the village tax collectors of the various villages to the County Finance Director, and that said returned village taxes be reassessed and relevied on town tax rolls as they are returned, and that said returned village taxes be reassessed and relevied upon the lots and parcels so returned with 12.0% annual interest in addition thereto. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018- 278: Recomm endation for Appointm ent to Tom pkins Consolidated Area Transit Board of Directors (ID #8261) RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature recommends Deborah Dawson be elected as a Director on the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Board of Directors with a term to expire December 31, 2021. SEQR ACTON: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-279: Creation of Towns and Villages Parks and Trails Grant Program (ID #8245) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature, in adopting the 2019 Budget, allocated $50,000 in funding for towns and villages to make improvements to parks and trails, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has stated that each town and village in Tompkins County could apply for a grant of up to $5,000 from the fund for infrastructure planning/improvements to its publicly managed or supported parks or trails, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has directed the Department of Planning and Sustainability to administer the grant funds, and WHEREAS, the Department of Planning and Sustainability has prepared program guidelines (dated November 2018) for the Towns and Villages Parks and Trails Grant Program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan includes policies to: Improve public access to outdoor recreation resources and opportunities; Promote parks, community facilities, recreational activities, and networks that support regular social interaction and physical activity; Foster the expansion of a countywide trail network now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature creates the Towns and Villages Parks and Trails Grant Program, RESOLVED, further, That the purpose of this grant program is to support towns and villages 408 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 that make improvements to publicly owned, managed, or supported parks and trails, RESOLVED, further, That grant awards from the Towns and Villages Parks and Trails Grant Program in an amount that does not exceed $5,000 may be made by the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability and that such awards will be reported to the relevant committee of the County Legislature, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to administering this grant program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-280: Authorization of Lease Agreement Renewal with Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District for Space Within the Tompkin s County Public Works Facility (ID #8230) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District (the "District") is an autonomous governmental entity that operates under the New York State Soil and Water Conservation District Law, and WHEREAS, the District exists to provide for the conservation of the County's soil and water resources and provides a broad array of programs that prevent soil erosion, assist in the control of floods, improve drainage and irrigation of agricultural lands, and further the conservation, quality utilization, and disposal of water, and WHEREAS, while independent of the Tompkins County (the "County"), the District serves an environmental and economic development role of significant importance to the County, and often works in conjunction with County departments and agencies to achieve mutual objectives, and WHEREAS, Resolution 2013-175 authorized the County to enter into a lease agreement to provide office space to the District on the second floor of the County's Public Works facility located at 170 Bostwick Road, Ithaca, New York, and WHEREAS, the current lease agreement with the District expires on December 31, 2018, and the County wishes to renew and update the terms of that agreement, and WHEREAS, in addition to addressing the District's space needs, a presence within the Public Works facility has enabled the District to have access to contemporary communications and data systems available within the facility, as well as proximity to Highway Division staff who, as per Soil and Water Conservation District Law, often work with the District on projects of mutual interest, and WHEREAS, locating the District in the Public Works facility has relieved the County of the cost of providing rented space to the District, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure, and the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committees, That the County Administrator or his designee is hereby authorized to sign a five-year lease agreement with the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District for 967 square feet of dedicated space on the second floor of the County's Public Works facility at a cost of $1 plus any charges for communications and technology services for a five- year period running from January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2023, with either party able to terminate the agreement upon twelve months' notice, and with an option to extend that lease for successive five - 409 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 year terms upon the mutual agreement of the parties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-281: Approval of Contract Between Tom pkins County and the Chamber of Commerce for Convention and Visitors Bureau (ID #8201) WHEREAS, the Legislature has contracted with the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce (the "Chamber") since 1987 to market Tompkins County as a tourism destination as part of the County's tourism promotion program, and WHEREAS, the Chamber, through its Convention and Visitors Bureau, has built highly successful marketing campaigns that motivate thousands of visitors to stay here overnight and infuse new revenue into the local economy, and WHEREAS, the Chamber, through its Convention and Visitors Bureau, has created a vibrant network of tourism partnerships within the community that work collectively toward a common goal of attracting overnight visitors while enhancing the quality of life for residents, and WHEREAS, the current contract will expire on December 31, 2018, and WHEREAS, the County's Tourism Program Director has recommended that a new five-year agreement with the Chamber is appropriate, and WHEREAS, funding for this contract shall be made entirely from the Room Tax account and in accordance with appropriations made by the Tompkins County Legislature, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the contract between the Chamber and the County for the period January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2023, is hereby approved, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute all contracts and documents necessary pertaining to this agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-282: Budget Adjustment — Moving Energy Consul tant Expenditures f rom Government Planning ( A8027) to C ommunity Planning (A8 020) (ID #8194) WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a Business Energy Advisors (BEA) program, formerly known as the Business Energy Navigator program, and WHEREAS, this program, in part, pays for energy consultant services to businesses considering 410 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 new construction, expansion, or retrofit projects in Tompkins County, and, in part, for energy consultant services to the County as it implements the program, and WHEREAS, this program is funded by a combination of a NYSERDA Clean Energy Communities Grant, financial support from TCAD, and County tax dollars, and WHEREAS, County tax dollars are restricted from being used for energy consultant services to businesses, and WHEREAS, one way to ensure that County tax dollars are not used improperly is to separate the funding for professional services for energy consultant services to businesses from the funding for energy consultant services provided to the County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following changes to the 2018 budget: Expenditures A8027.54442 A8020.54442 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Professional Services Professional Services ($17,781) $17,781 Resolution No. 2018- 283: 2018 Budget Adjust ments: Various Com munity Developm ent Block Grant (CDBG) Activities through the Use o f Grant Fu nds and Program Income Funds Gen erated from Previous CDBG Grants (ID #8256) ' WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability has received funding from several multi-year Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) grants in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability has Program Income Funds that are generated from the repayment of loans from previous CDBG-funded Tompkins County Homeownership Program loans, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County, with the approval of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), uses Program Income Funds for its contributions to the Community Housing Development Fund, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has previously approved the Homeownership and Community Housing Development Fund activities, and WHEREAS, as a result of the multi-year grants, Program Income revenue, and delays in Community Housing Development Fund projects, several budget adjustments to the 2018 budget are 411 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 needed to move the funds into the appropriate fiscal year for these activities, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustments for 2018: Revenue Title Amount Appropriation Title Amount HUD CDBG 8695.42411 Program $265,519.16 8695.54400 Program $265,519.16 Program Income Expense Income State CDBG 8684.42411 Program $232,700.73 8684.54400 Program $232,700.73 Program Income Expense Income SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 2018-284: Creation of Municipal Housing Affordability Grant Program (ID #8248) WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature, in adopting the 2019 Budget, allocated $45,000 in funding for municipalities to undertake efforts to address housing affordability, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has stated that each municipality in Tompkins County could apply for grants of up to $10,000 from the fund for projects that support housing affordability, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has directed the Department of Planning and Sustainability to administer the grant funds, and WHEREAS, the Department of Planning and Sustainability has prepared program guidelines (dated November 2018) for the Municipal Housing Affordability Grant Program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan includes policies to: Encourage a variety of housing options in development focus areas; Support new development of housing whose total costs, including utility and transportation expenses, are affordable to households with a range of incomes; Provide housing options for an aging population; Maintain an adequate supply of housing for people requiring supportive services; Support land -use policies and regulations and public infrastructure improvements to encourage private investment in the Development Focus Areas; Improve the existing housing stock , now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature creates the Municipal Housing Affordability Grant Program, RESOLVED, further, That the purpose of this grant program is to support housing affordability, RESOLVED, further, That grant awards from Municipal Housing Affordability Grant Program in an amount that does not exceed $5,000 may be made by the Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability 412 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 and that such awards will be reported to the relevant committee of the County Legislature, RESOLVED, further, That grant awards from the Municipal Housing Affordability Grant Program in an amount that exceeds $5,000 shall be authorized by the County Legislature, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to administering this grant program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Report from the County Attorney Mr. Troy, Deputy County Attorney, provided a detailed overview of some of his responsibilities as Deputy related to Family Court. There are three types of cases the office handles: JD (Juvenile Delinquent), PINS (Persons in Need of Supervision), and violation of probation cases. Report from the Finance Director Mr. Snyder reported on TC3's cash flow and called attention to a resolution authorizing payments that will be included on the next Legislature agenda. He explained structural timing issues that exist that result in cash-flow needs for College and efforts that have been undertaken over the last couple of years that have helped TC3. He is asking that the first two installments dated January 1 and March 1 be changed to December 4, 2018, to help them in this financial situation. Mr. Snyder said this would be considered a prepayment and the expenditures will be charged as 2019 on the County's financial records. Ms. Kelles questioned the financial concerns with the College and the process and asked if the resolution could be approved this evening. Mr. Molino commented that this is not a one-time issue and that there are structural budget issues that need to be discussed next year. In reference to the process, he said the Legislature has already approved the College's budget; this is just authorizing a prepayment. The Legislature could consider the resolution this evening if it wished. The Legislature had no objection to this and it was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Authorizing 2019 Payments for Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget. Resolution No. 2018-285: Authorizing 2019 Payments for Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget (ID #8224) Ms. Robertson asked that the Legislature have a report and a full discussion be held early next year concerning TC3's financial situation and structural budget issues. Following the vote, Mr. Lane spoke of negotiations with Cortland County with regard to the TC3 budget and asked if we get to the point of having discussions with Cortland County he would like to have a list of bullet points before going into negotiations to show what Tompkins County is doing to protect the College. Mr. McKenna noted it isn't just an issue of the College getting behind as the State is behind as 413 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 well. Ms. Robertson said maybe the County could put some pressure on the State. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, this Legislature has by Resolution No. 2018-131 of June 19, 2018, approved the 2018-2019 operating budget for the Tompkins Cortland Community College and appropriated the necessary funds to pay Tompkins County's proportionate share of the operating budget of said college, and WHEREAS, to accommodate Tompkins Cortland Community College's fiscal year and cash-flow needs, it is important that Tompkins County's share be paid during the period beginning December 1, 2018, and ending July 31, 2019, and WHEREAS, any such amounts payable in 2018 will be marked as Prepayments on the County's books and financial records, so that the expenditures will all be charged as 2019 County expenditures, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed, pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law of the State of New York and within the authorization provided by this Legislature, to pay Tompkins Cortland Community College an amount up to but not to exceed Tompkins County's budgeted share of the operating costs of said college for the fiscal year 2018-2019 in the first accounts -payable processing cycle following the dates below and in the following amounts: December 4, 2018 $ 744,058.25 December 4, 2018 $ 744,058.25 May 1, 2019 $ 744,058.25 July 1, 2019 $ 744,058.25 Total: $2,976,233.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda. Government Operations Committee Mr. Klein, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday and reviewed the policy on amending policies; it will come back next month with the proposed changes incorporated suggested by the 414 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Committee. He spoke of the Tompkins Center for History and Culture and said Discover Cayuga Lake has asked to move into the building; a lease will be worked on to make that happen. There are some additional organizations that have also expressed an interest in moving into the Center; more information will follow. The Committee is looking at the 2019 Legislature meeting schedule and consideration is being given to skip a meeting in 2019. In addition, the Committee will be considering resolutions to send to New York State on a variety of issues such as election reform, voter registration, ethics, campaign finance reform, etc. Guidelines to use the training money allocated in the Legislature's budget for Legislators use will be discussed by the Committee. The Committee also had two presentations, one concerning the Dark Store Theory and the other concerning Results Based Accountability. Ms. Dawson explained in further detail the Dark Store Theory and said it relates to determining what the fair market value of property is for the purpose of assessment. Mr. Franklin thanked Ms. Dawson and said he is Chair of the State Assessors Association and that they are looking to create a task force to address the issues. Mr. Klein said the next Committee meeting will be January 16t`. Resolution No. 2018-286: Approval of Designation of Successors (ID #8255) Mr. Klein suggested deleting Medical Examiner Deputies as the service is contracted and there would always be someone available. Mr. Molino agreed that those two positions could be removed from the resolution. Mr. Klein's suggestion was accepted as a friendly amendment. RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, Section 3.03(e) of the County Charter specifies that the County Administrator and specified department heads shall designate in writing, and in order of succession, the deputies (or in the absence of officially designated deputies, the employees of the department) who shall possess the powers and perform the duties of the principal in the event of the latter's absence from the County or inability to perform or exercise the powers of the office, and WHEREAS, the Charter further requires those designations, except department heads elected on a countywide basis, to be approved by the Tompkins County Legislature, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following designations of successors are hereby approved, RESOLVED, further, That this list is complete and supersedes all previous designations: Department of Administration County Administrator 415 Deputy County Administrator (Operations and Administration) Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Deputy County Administrator (Performance and Innovation) County Attorney Director of Finance Department of Airport Director Assistant Airport Manager Operations Supervisor and ARFF Chief Airport Terminal Services Coordinator Department of Assessment Director Assistant Director Department of Assigned Counsel Supervising Attorney Department of Emergency Response Director Deputy Director Manager, Communication Center Department of Facilities Director Deputy Director Department of Finance Director Deputy Director Director of Accounting Services Treasury Manager Department of Health Public Health Director Public Health Administrator Director of Community Health Services Medical Examiner Department of Highway Director Assistant Director Department of Human Resources Commissioner Deputy Commissioner HR Program Administrator 416 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Department of Information Technology Services Director Department of Law County Attorney Department of Mental Health Services Commissioner Department of Planning and Sustainability Commissioner Department of Probation and Community Justice Director Department of Recycling and Materials Management Director Department of Social Services Commissioner Department of Weights and Measures Director Department of Youth Services Director Office for the Aging Director UN Deputy Director Deputy County Attorney Deputy Commissioner of Mental Health Clinical Medical Director Fiscal Coordinator Deputy Commissioner Planning Administrator Deputy Director Deputy Director Deputy Commissioner Director of Administrative Services Director of Services Program Development Specialist Inspector Deputy Director NY Connect Coordinator Aging Service Specialist Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Office of Employment and Training Director Office of Human Rights/Human Rights Commission Director Office of Workforce Development Board Director Board of Elections Commissioner -Republican Commissioner -Democratic Elected Officials: For Information Only Sheriff District Attorney County Clerk SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Workforce Development Coordinator Deputy Commissioner- Republican Deputy Commissioner- Democratic Undersheriff Deputy District Attorney Deputy County Clerk Resolution No. 2018- 287: Adopting Local Law No. 4 of 20 18 - Am ending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to Remove the Re quirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review Shall Meet Each Year (ID #8061) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Charter authorizes a Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review, and WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review were created when the Tompkins County Charter was voted on and approved by the residents of Tompkins County in 1968, and WHEREAS, because of the Tompkins County Charter vote, the assessment function was 418 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 consolidated at the County level creating the only true county -wide assessing unit in New York State, and WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review are not mentioned in the New York State Real Property Tax Law, and WHEREAS, the need for these Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review has changed since they were created over 50 years ago, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County wishes to continue these Boards of Assessment Review in a manner that will streamline their effectiveness, and WHEREAS, the number of property owners who have utilized these boards have decreased significantly in the last nine years where towns in some years have not had a single person contest their assessment before one of these Boards, and WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held before the Tompkins County Legislature to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That proposed Local Law No. 4 of 2018 - Amending the County Charter, Section 4.01 (b) to Remove the Requirement that the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review Shall Meet Each Year is adopted, RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law and shall within twenty days file one certified copy in the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-288: Suspending Local Advi sory Boards of Asse ssment Review for a One - Year Trial Period for the 2019 Assessment Review Period (ID #8062) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Charter authorizes a Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review, and WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review were created when the Tompkins County Charter was voted on and approved by the residents of Tompkins County in 1968, and WHEREAS, because of the Tompkins County Charter vote, the assessment function was consolidated at the County level creating the only true county -wide assessing unit in New York State, and 419 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 WHEREAS, these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review are not mentioned in the New York State Real Property Tax Law, and WHEREAS, the need for these Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review has changed since they were created over 50 years ago, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County wishes to continue these Boards of Assessment Review in a manner that will streamline their effectiveness, and WHEREAS, the number of property owners who have utilized these boards have decreased significantly in the last nine years where towns in some years have not had a single person contest their assessment before one of these Boards, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature would like to suspend the Local Advisory Boards of Assessment Review for a trial period, RESOLVED, further, That this administrative change is authorized for one year (the 2019 Assessment Review period), RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Assessment will provide a report to the Government Operations Committee regarding how this suspension affected property owners' ability to contest their assessments for the 2019 review process. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee met and received a presentation on an annual water quality assessment from the Water Resources Council and recommended all Legislators review it. There was also a presentation on residential energy education and outreach. The Committee will next meet on December 18th at 9 a.m. Resolution No. 2018-2 89: Resolution of the Tompkins Co unty Legislature, as the Elected Legislative Body of Tompkins County, New York, in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended (the "Code"), Approving the Issuanc a by the Tompkins County Development Corporation of up to $22,000,000 Aggregate Principal Amount Ta x -Exempt Revenue Re funding Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2018 (ID #8252) 420 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature (the "Legislature"), as the elected legislative body of Tompkins County, New York (the "County"), has been advised by the Tompkins County Development Corporation (the "Issuer") that, in order to assist in the financing of a certain Project (as defined below) for the benefit of Ithaca College (the "College"), a not-for-profit corporation and organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), the Issuer proposes to issue, contingent upon the adoption of this Resolution, its Tax -Exempt Revenue Refunding Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2018, in one or more series, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $22,000,000 (the "Bonds"), and WHEREAS, the project (the "Project") shall consist principally of. financing all or a portion of the cost of a certain project (the "Project") consisting of. (1) the current refunding of the outstanding principal amount of the $31,100,000 original principal amount Variable Rate Demand Civic Facility Revenue Refunding Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2004 (the "Series 2004 Bonds") issued by the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (the "Agency"); and (2) funding of a debt service reserve fund, if any and certain costs incidental to the issuance of the Bonds (the costs associated with items (1) and (2) being hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Project Costs"). The proceeds of the Series 2004 Bonds were used to finance or refinance the costs of. (A) the acquisition by the Agency of an interest in a portion of the real property comprising the College's aggregate approximately 750 -acre main campus located at 953 Danby Road (Route 96B), Ithaca, New York (collectively, the "Land") together with the existing buildings and certain other improvements located thereon including, but not limited to, certain academic, teaching and research facilities, certain dormitories and other housing facilities, certain auxiliary and utility plants (the "Existing Facilities", such Existing Facilities known as and consisting of Alumni Hall (17,600 square feet), Bogart Hall (30,700 square feet), Boothroyd Hall (16,000 square feet), Central Services/Warehouse (22,000 square feet), Ceracche Center (24,100 square feet), Clarke Hall (23,100 square feet), Compost Facility (5,000 square feet), Dillingham Center (78,700 square feet), Eastman Hall (23,100 square feet), East Tower (77,900 square feet), Egbert Hall (37,400 square feet), Emerson Hall (63,300 square feet), Fitness Center (42,300 square feet), Friends Hall (19,500 square feet), Gannett Center (86,500 square feet), Garden Apartments (114,700 square feet), Hammond Health Center (17,200 square feet), Center for Health Science (92,000 square feet), Hill Center (92,200 square feet), Hilliard Hall (23,100 square feet), Holmes Hall (23,100 square feet), Hood Hall (23,100 square feet), Job Hall (27,200 square feet), Landon Hall (30,700 square feet), Lyon Hall (27,500 square feet), Muller Faculty Center (26,500 square feet), Center for Natural Sciences (125,000 square feet), Observatory (750 square feet), Outdoor Pool (700 square feet), Park Hall (81,800 square feet), Phillips Hall (53,600 square feet), Physical Plant office building (5,000 square feet), Center for Public Safety and General Services (23,000 square feet), Rowland Hall (27,500 square feet), Smiddy Hall (35,600 square feet), Talcott Hall (23,100 square feet), Terrace Dining Hall (44,800 square feet), Terrace Residence Halls (188,300 square feet), Textor Hall (11,900 square feet), Towers Concourse and Towers Dining Hall (23,000 square feet), West Tower (77,900 square feet), Whalen Center for Music 421 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 (141,800 square feet), and Williams Hall (71,100 square feet)); (B) the renovation of the Existing Facilities to (i) extend the useful life of the Existing Facilities, comply with New York State mandated fire/life safety code and environmental requirements, and maintain energy-efficient operations, (ii) expand and functionally improve academic, teaching and research facilities, upgrade classrooms to accommodate new technologies and improve and replace major building systems and components which will also include roof replacement, structural repairs, exterior masonry and window repair and replacement, installation of a student information system, and rebuilding the existing electrical infrastructure; including related site work, parking and auxiliary facilities (as so renovated, the "Renovated Facilities"); (C) the acquisition and installation in and around the Renovated Facilities of certain items of machinery, equipment and other tangible personal property (the "Equipment"; and, collectively with the Land, the Existing Facilities and the Renovated Facilities, the "Facility"); and (D) paying certain costs and expenses incidental to the issuance of the Series 2004 Bonds, and WHEREAS, the Issuer proposes to assist in the financing of the Project by issuing the Bonds to (i) pay all or a substantial portion of the cost of financing the Project and (ii) pay reserves and costs incidental to the issuance of the Bonds, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, interest on the Bonds will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Bonds is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Bonds and the nature and location of the facilities financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, and WHEREAS, on Monday, December 3, 2018, at 3:00 p.m., local time, at the South Hill Business Campus, 950 Danby Road #104, Ithaca, New York 14850, the Issuer held such a public hearing upon proper notice in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Code, and WHEREAS, to aid the Legislature in its deliberations, the Issuer has made available to the members of the Legislature prior to this meeting (a) the College's application to the Issuer for financial assistance; (b) the notice of public hearing published by the Issuer in The Ithaca Journal, along with the affidavit of publication of such newspaper; and (c) the minutes of such public hearing held on December 3, 2018, and WHEREAS, on the recommendation of the Tompkins County Planning, Development and Environmental Quality Committee, the Legislature, as the "applicable elected representative" of Tompkins County, New York, within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code, approved the issuance of the Bonds on November 26, 2018, and WHEREAS, the Legislature, after due consideration of the foregoing, as the "applicable elected representative" of Tompkins County, New York, within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code, desires to approve the issuance of the Bonds, provided the principal, premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds shall be special obligations of the Issuer and shall never be a debt of the State of New York (the "State") or any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, and neither the State nor any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, shall be liable thereon, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, and by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code, on the prior recommendation of the Tompkins County Economic Development Committee, the Legislature hereby gives its approval of the issuance by the Issuer of the Bonds and related acts to be 422 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 taken by the Issuer as part of the Project, provided that the Bonds, and the premium (if any) and interest thereon, shall be special obligations of the Issuer and shall never be a debt of the State or any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, and neither the State nor any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, shall be liable thereon. This approval is given pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code for the sole purpose of qualifying the interest payable on the Bonds for exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes pursuant to the provisions of Sections 103 and 141-150 of the Code. Section 2. This Resolution shall be deemed to be made for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds. Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II -20 Resolution No. 201 8-290: Making a Negative Declaration of Enviro nmental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 291 of 2018: Authorizing Funding for Two Projects through the 2018 Tom pkins County Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program (ID #8251) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 291 of 2018, the Tompkins County Legislature would authorize the County Administrator or his designee to execute agreements necessary for the County to provide funding to the two projects recommended through the 2018 Tompkins County Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate Environmental Assessment Forms with respect to the two projects that make up this action, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the two projects that are part of Resolution No. 291 of 2018 are both unlisted actions, RESOLVED, further, That the County Legislature hereby makes a negative declaration of environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 291 of 2018. 423 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Resolution No. 2018-291: Authoriz ing Funding for Two Projects thro ugh the 2018 Tompkins County Stream Corrido r Restoration and Flood Ha zard Mitigation Program (ID #8235) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member SECONDER: David McKenna, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature restructured the Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program in 2006 to follow objectives outlined in the Flood Mitigation Needs Assessment that encouraged a watershed/systems approach to flood mitigation projects, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature provided funding for the Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program in the amount of $25,000 in 2018, and WHEREAS, the Technical Committee for the Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program has recommended two projects to be funded through the Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate the Environmental Assessment Form for the projects categorized as Unlisted actions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Development, and Environmental Quality Committee, That two projects receive funding from the Stream Corridor Restoration and Flood Hazard Mitigation Program: Ludlowville Stream Restoration Project, in the Town of Lansing, in an amount not to exceed $20,000; and Enfield Creek at Kings Crossing Planting Project, in the Town of Enfield, in an amount not to exceed $5,000, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute agreements necessary for the County to provide funding to the projects identified above. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED (Ludlowville Stream Restoration) (Short EAF on file in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature, and UNLISTED (Enfield Creek @ Kings Crossing Planting Project) (Short EAF on file in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature) Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next 424 Minutes Tompkins County Legislature Tuesday, December 4, 2018 meeting will be December 11`h. There had been two meetings over the last two weeks to interview the four Direct Reports. The process will hopefully be ending before the end of the year. He expects there to be a write-up on items that were discussed that will be circulated to the individuals and the Legislature. Resolution No. 2018-292: Adoption of Local Law No. 5 of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 — A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 (ID #8214) RESULT: ADOP TED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Michael Lane, Member SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler EXCUSED: Anne Koreman WHEREAS, according to New York State's Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the State's cap calculation formula, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, on July 3, 2018, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted such a Local Law, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has not adopted a budget exceeding the property tax levy cap as set by the State's cap calculation formula and therefore needs to repeal Local Law No. 1 of 2018, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on December 4, 2018, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 5 of 2018, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Local Law No. 5 of 2018 - Repeal of Local Law No. 1 of 2018 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2019 is hereby adopted, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law and shall within twenty days file one certified copy in the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE I1-20 Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee talked about metrics to measure diversity in the County, the Diversity Plan, and taking a snapshot at where the County is when it comes to diversity. The Committee also discusse