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CITY OF ITHACA , NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. January 3 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman ,
Meyer , Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
City Engineer - Cox
Fire Chief - Weaver
Director , Planning & Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Supt . of Public Works - Dingman
City Attorney - Shapiro
Chief of Police - Herson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
MINUTES :
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
W RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the December 11 , 1978 and December 20 , 1978
Q meetings be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
Q Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearing for the Fifth Year Entitlement Application
Mayor Conley asked Rosalind Williams of the Planning staff to make the
presentation for the Fifth Year Entitlement funds for the Community
Development Program, the final year of the program.
Mrs . Williams reviewed the process taken in order to get to the Fifth
Year recommendations to the Common Council , the statutory objectives of
the Community Development legislation and the local approach to spending
the Community Development monies . She presented a Community Development
Activities sheet showing geographic priority areas , as well as neighbor-
hood priority areas and the city-wide economic development priority areas .
She reported that there had been three prior public hearings between
October 24 , 1978 and the present and final hearing. The Council can
approve the application at the hearing or at a later date . It will then
be forwarded to the regional and statewide clearing houses for review
before being sent to Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in March 1979 .
January 17 , 1979 is the target date for the application to be forwarded to
the clearing houses . The fifth year program will start in June 1979 . The
application includes $106 , 360 Urban Renewal closeout funds and $138 , 000
remaining Community Development funds for a total of $244 , 360 .
Mrs . Williams explained that the primary objective of the Community
Development Act is the development of a viable urban community through
the elimination of blighting and deteriorating conditions , improvement
of community housing stock , improvement of community services and facili -
ties , extension of economic activities and improvement of environment of
low- and moderate- income persons . She also explained the locally
determined strategy in selecting the Northside and Southside of the city
as target areas and the activities and programs which carry out the
specific objectives of the Community Development Act in Ithaca.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That consideration of the Fifth Year Entitlement Funds be delaNIed
until Tuesday , January 9 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 p . m, in the Common Council Chambers .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That the Public Hearing for the Fifth Year Entitlement Applica-
tion be opened.
Carried llnaiiI-1 ousIN-
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Mr. Clarence Reed , Chairman , Community Advisory Committee , addressed
the hearing , expressing the opinion that tomorrow ' s headlines should
read, "Council Cancels People . " He said he is concerned about Council ' s
confidence in the community process . The efforts of CAC have not been
haphazard- -they have been very thoughtful and the committee has agonized
over problems in order to reach a decision. He said he was disturbed
that the Common Council were not ready to vote on the Fifth Year Entitle-
ment Application.
The Rev. Afi B. Binta-Lloyd (Wilma Lloyd) asked why the members of the
Common Council have not attended the public hearings and meetings .
Nancy Murphy, representing the Easter Seals Program, the Association for -<
Handicapped Children and Adults , explained that the $ 7 , 000 designated
for Handicapped Accessibility Public Information would be used for an
access guide , public education and awareness program of needs of handi-
capped locally. She left booklets done by Easter Seals in Albany for the
Council to see what the program has done .
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing for the Fifth Year Entitlement Appli-
cation be closed.
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Slattery commented that he agreed with Mr. Reed that it is a
people-oriented funding project ; he disagreed that the Council were
neglecting people . He said the Council has to give full consideration
to a 50-page report which was received at 7 : 30 that evening and not rubber
stamp it. In fairness to the Council , they should be given the opportunity
to look fully through the very lengthy federal assistance application , and
to give full consideration to the Cherry Street Industrial Park, an
$800 , 000 project , in respect to whether it should be in the Community
Development proposed budget .
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Charter and Or finance Committee
Alderman Nichols requested to add an item relating to parking on Hawthorne
Circle and Place .
No Council member objected.
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested two items be added to the agenda: Establish-
ment of Special Meeting of the Council to review the Capital Projects ;
Executive Session sometime during the evening; and deletion of Item J ,
Authorization to receive bids on Pumping Engine .
No Council member objected.
1978 UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
Alderman Saccucci commented that if the inclement weather persists , he
would like a resolution to reconsider all capital projects plus federal
revenue-sharing projects without changing the tax rate of the 1979 Tenta-
tive Budget.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Equal Rights Amendment ERA
Barbara Davis , 124 Vine Street , representing the Tompkins County Chapter
of the National Organization for Women , addressed the Council , referring
to a resolution which would come up under NEW BUSINESS which , if adopted-° +
by the Council , would instruct the City of Ithaca not to spend public
money to send people to conferences held in states that have not ratified
the ERA. There are 1S of these states . The National Organization for
Women has organized an economic boycott of these states and so far 250
(possibly more) organizations have joined this boycott , and 35 municipali-
ties (counties , cities and 1 state legislature) have pledged to withhold
their convention business until the ERA is ratified. Although New York
State has ratified the amendment , to date no municipality has joined the
boycott- - the City of Ithaca would be the first . She urged the Council to
take this important step toward equality .
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ACTING MAYOR:
Mayor Conley entertained nominations from the floor for the position of
Acting Mayor.
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That Alderman John Gutenberger be nominated for the position of
Acting Mayor.
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That Alderman Elva Holman be nominated for the position of
Acting Mayor.
Resolution to Close Nominations
By Alderman Boothroyd: Secon ed by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the nominations be closed.
Carried Unanimously
A vote was taken on the nominations for Acting Mayor which resulted as
follows :
r..I Alderman Gutenberger: Ayes (6) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Meyer, Dennis ,
Nichols , Slattery
Alderman Holman : Ayes (3) - Saccucci , Boronkay , Holman
�[ Abstention : (1) - Gutenberger
Mayor Conley declared Alderman Gutenberger duly appointed Acting Mayor for
a one-year term which expires December 31 , 1979 .
Alderman Gutenberger took the Oath of Office and was sworn in as Acting
Mayor by City Clerk Rundle .
ALTERNATE ACTING MAYOR:
Mayor Conley entertained nominations from the floor for the position of
Alternate Acting Mayor.
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That Alderman Raymond Bordoni be nominated for the position of
Alternate Acting Mayor.
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That Alderman Richard Boronkay be nominated for the position of
Alternate Acting Mayor.
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That Alderman Ethel Nichols be nominated for the position of
Alternate Acting Mayor.
Resolution to Close Nominations
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the nominations be closed.
Carried Unanimously
A vote was taken on the nominations for Alternate Acting Mayor which
resulted as follows :
Alderman Bordoni (2) - Meyer , Slattery
Alderman Boronkay (3) - Holman , Boronkay , Saccucci
Alderman Nichols (3) - Boothroyd, Dennis , Gutenberger
Abstentions : (2) - Nichols , Bordoni
The vote resulted in a tie between Alderman Boronkay and Alderman Nichols .
A re-vote was taken which resulted as follows :
Alderman Boronkay (3) - Holman , Boronkay , Saccucci
Alderman Nichols (6) - Bordoni , Boothroyd , Meyer , Dennis , Gutenberger ,
Slattery
Abstention (1) - Nichols
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Mayor Conley declared Alderman Nichols duly appointed Alternate Acting
Mayor for a one-year term which expires December 31 , 1979 .
Alderman Nichols took the Oath of Office and was sworn in as Alternate
Acting Mayor by City Clerk Rundle .
COMMUNICATIONS :
Appointments Ti Mayor - Standing Committees of the Council
Mayor Conley made the ol n. - g Committees
for 1979 :
Budget and Administration Human Services
John C . Gutenberger , Chm. Raymond Bordoni , Jr. , Chm.
Donald J. Slattery , V. Chm. Robert L . Boothroyd, V. Chm.
Robert L . Boothroyd, Jr. Elva Holman
Rudolph M. Saccucci Nancy R. Meyer
James P. Dennis Rudolph M. Saccucci
Charter and Ordinance Intergovernmental Relations
Ethel B. Nichols , Chm. Donald J . Slattery , Chm.
Donald J. Slattery, V. Chm. James P. Dennis , V. Chm. -
Nancy R. Meyer
Elva W. Holman
Richard J. Boronkay `
Planning and Development
James P. Dennis , Chm.
Raymond Bordoni , Jr. , V. Chm.
John C. Gutenberger
Ethel B. Nichols
Richard J. Boronkay
Acting City Judge
Mayor Conley requested the support of the Council for reappointment of
Robert J. Hines , 417 N. Cayuga Street , as Acting City Judge for a one-ye.
term ending December 31 , 1979 . , ,
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That Robert J. Hines , 417 N. Cayuga Street , be reappointed as
Acting City Judge for a one-year term ending December 31 , 1979 ,
Discussion followed on the floor. Alderman Holman expressed opposition to
the reappointment of Atty. Hines as Acting City Judge on the basis that
his residence 0106 Dunmore Place) and business (417 N. Cayuga Street)
addresses , according to the Telephone Directory , are located in residential
zoned areas and therefore he is in violation of the City of Ithaca Zoning
Ordinance . She does not approve his appointment to a position in which
he would be judging zoning cases inasmuch as he himself is in violation of
the Ordinance .
City Attorney Shapiro commented that the Telephone Directory is Aot a
determinant of a person' s residence .
Alderman Meyer reported that she had received a letter from the Building
Commissioner , requesting that she move her business from her residence ,
and she complied with his request . She feels that the Building Commis-
sioner should write such a letter to Atty. Hines , requesting that he rem
his business from a residential area.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes C7) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Dennis , Gutenberger , Nichols , Saccucci ,
Slattery
Nays (3) - Meyer , Holman , Boronkay
Carried
Mayor Conley declared Robert J. Hines duly appointed Acting City Judge for
a one-year term which expires December 31 , 1979 .
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Assessment Board of Review
Mayor Conley explained that the Board has expanded in the new County
Charter, thus the City now has two appointments to the Board instead of
one as in the past . He requested approval of reappointment of Kerman
Glaser , 818 N. Cayuga Street , and appointment of Morris Angell , 213 Ithaca
Road, to the Assessment Board of Review for a one-year term to expire
December 31 , 1979 .
Resolution
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That Kerman Glaser , 818 N. Cayuga Street , be reappointed to the
Assessment Board of Review, and that Morris Angell , 213 Ithaca Road, be
appointed to the Assessment Board of Review, for one-year terms to expire
December 31 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
Police Commissioner
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of Rudy Paolangeli ,
324 S. Geneva Street , as Police Commissioner for a three-year term
expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Resolution
(� By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
bj RESOLVED, That Rudy Paolangeli , 324 S. Geneva Street , be appointed as
Police Commissioner for a three-year term expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Q Carried Unanimously
Board of Public Works
Mayor Conley requested the approval of reappointment of Gerald P. Schickel ,
202 Sunrise Road, as Commissioner of Board of Public Works for a three-
year term expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Mayor Conley commented that he hoped to have the remaining appointment
to that Board ready for the meeting of January 17 , 1979 .
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That Gerald P. Schickel , 202 Sunrise Road, be reappointed as
Commissioner of Board of Public Works for a three-year term expiring
December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Board of Zoning Appeals
Mayor Conley requested the approval of reappointment of Peter Martin , 608
East Seneca Street , and the appointment of Morris Angell , 203 Ithaca Road,
to the Board of Zoning Appeals for three-year terms expiring December 31 ,
1981 . '
Resolution
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED , That Peter Martin , 608 East Seneca Street , be reappointed to
the Board of Zoning Appeals , and Morris Angell , 203 Ithaca Road, be
appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals , for three-year terms expiring
December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Board of Appeals on Building Code
Mayor Conley requested the approval of reappointment of Robert Flumerfelt ,
115 Campbell Avenue , to the Board of Appeals on Building Code for a three-
year term expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That Robert Flumerfelt , 115 Campbell Avenue , be reappointed
to the Board of Appeals on Building Code for a three-year term expiring
December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Housing Board of Review
Mayor Conley requested approval of reappointment of Dorothy Bell , 110
Esty Street , to the Housing Board of Review for a three-year term e_\piring
December 31 , 1981 .
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Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That Dorothy Bell , 110 Esty Street , be reappointed to the
Housing Board of Review for a three-year term expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission
Mayor Conley requested the approval of the following appointments and
reappointments :
Appointment of George Hascup , 1143 Taughannock Blvd, , reappointment of
Vicki Romanoff, 203 W. Buffalo Street , reappointment of Tania Werbizky ,
S28 S. Albany Street , to three-year terms expiring December 31 , 1981 ;
and the appointment of Stephen Mensch , 120 Highland Place , to fill the
vacancy caused by the resignation of Ian Stewart , for a one-year term
expiring December 31 , 1979 .
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That George Hascup , 1143 Taughannock Blvd. , be appointed, and
Tania Werbizky, 528 S. Albany Street and Vicki Romanoff, 203 If. Buffalo
Street , be reappointed, to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission
for three-year terms expiring December 31 , 1981 ; and that Stephen Mensch,
120 Highland Place , be appointed to the Commission to fill the vacancy
caused by the resignation of Ian Stewart for a one-year term expiring
December 31 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
Council Liaison to Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission
Mayor Conley reappointed Alderman Nancy Meyer as Council Liaison to the
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission for a one-year term expiring
December 31 , 1979 .
Circle Greenway Committee
Mayor Conley requested approval of the appointment of Barbara Reistaino ,
106 Westfield Drive , and Andrew Stevenson , 2S2 Valley Road, to the Circle
Greenway Committee for indefinite terms of office . :
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That Barbara Reistano , 106 Westfield Drive , and Andrew Stevenson,
2S2 Valley Road, be appointed to the Circle Greenway Committee for
indefinite terms of office .
Carried Unanimously
Commons Advisory Board
Mayor Conley requested approval of the following reappointments and
appointments to the Commons Advisory Board for two-year terms expiring
December 31 , 1980 :
The reappointment of The Rev. John Taylor, 207 Winston Drive , Mrs . R. C.
Osborn , 303 N. Aurora Street and Thomas Niederkorn , 310 W. State St . ;
and the appointment of Jean Sloan , 20 N. Triphammer Road.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That The Rev. John Taylor , 207 Winston Drive , Mrs . R. C . Osborn
303 N. Aurora Street and Thomas Niederkorn , 310 W. State Street , be
reappointed to the Commons Advisory Board, and that Jean Sloan , 20 N.
Triphammer Road, be appointed to the Board for two-year terms expiring
December 31 , 1980 . "-''
Carried Unanimously
Urban Renewal Agency
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of Clarence Reed,
S20 W Clinton Street , to the Urban Renewal Agency for an indefinite term
to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of John Crowley.
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Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That Clarence Reed, 520 W. Clinton Street , be appointed to the
Urban Renewal Agency for an indefinite term to fill the vacancy caused
by the resignation of John Crowley.
Carried Unanimously
CITY ATTORNEY' S REPORT
City Attorney Shapiro reported that he has Workman' s Compensation cases ,
zoning cases , and lawsuits pending which he would not go into in detail ;
however, if any alderman wanted more information he would give it to
them. He reported that the South Hill Park property was purchased in
December, and he should close imminently on the Columbia School property.
Alderman Slattery asked City Attorney Shapiro what would be done about
the rubble left on the YMCA lot across the street from the post office .
Building Commissioner Hoard reported that the owners are under order from
his office to clear the rubble out by January 31 , 1979 .
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Health Facility
TJ Alderman Dennis reported that the Health Facility Report was not ready.
�- He said there would be a meeting the following evening at 7 : 30 p. m. about
the health facility and those items that the Council had asked for would
Lj be prepared and handed out at that time .
Q Mayor Conley reported that hopefully Alderman Holman would be going to
Albany the following day with people from the Hospital Board of Managers
who are trying to solve their problems of the ARC grant and what might
have to be repaid. He said there should be some additional information
from that aspect for the meeting the following evening.
Alderman Dennis informed him that the doctors had been invited to the
meeting the following evening.
Cherry Street Industrial Park
Al erman Dennis reported that the Cherry Street Industrial Park will be
discussed at the Council meeting on Tuesday evening.
Common Council adjourned into Executive Session at 9 : 15 p .m. and re-
convened into Regular Session at 9 : 45 p .m.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
Designation of Official Depositories
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 3- 7 of the City Charter the Tompkins
County Trust Company and the First National Bank and Trust Company be
and they._are hereby designated as the official depositories of all City
funds for the year 1979 as follows :
TOMPKINS COUNTY TRUST COMPANY
City of Ithaca, General Fund 01 201 001004
City of Ithaca, Payroll Fund 04 201 001004
Capital Reserve Fund #4 - Bridges 01 201 0010SS
Capital Reserve Fund #11 - Parks & Recreation .Areas 02 201 0010SS
Capital Reserve Fund #14 - Parking Areas 03 201 0010SS
Capital Reserve Fund 4715 - Fire Engine Replacement 04 201 001055
Capital Reserve Fund #, 16 - Development of Water Sources 05 201 001055
Capital Reserve Fund #17 - Sewer Construction 06 201 001055
Capital Reserve Fund # 20 - W. Hill Wr. & Sr. Replacement 08 201 001055
Capital Reserve Fund #, 22 - Bus Replacement 09 201 0010SS
Capital Reserve Fund # 22A - State Aided Bus Project 10 201 001055
Employees Group Insurance Deductions 03 201 001004
Employees Withholding for Soc . Security Cont . Fund 07 201 001004
Employees N.Y. S. Withholding Tax 08 201 001004
Employees U. S. Savings Bonds 09 201 001004
NYS Policemen' s & Firemen ' s Retirement System 11 201 001004
NYS Employees Retirement System 12 201 001004
Guaranty & Bid Deposits 0S 201 001004
City Tax Sale Redpt . 05 201 001004
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Deposits on Water Meters 05 201 001004
Sale of Unclaimed Property Abandoned Vehicles 05 201 001004
Bicentennial Barge 05 201 001004
Commons Assessment Advance Payments 05 201 001004
Federal Revenue Sharing 02 201 001004
Ithaca Commons Trust Account 06 201 001004
Youth Bureau Educational Fund 10 201 001004
Debt Service 11 201 001055
Firemen' s Relief Fund (Time Acct . ) 21 301 012261
Vet . Vol . Firemen' s Assn. (Time Acct . ) 22 301 012261
Cemetery Fund (Time Acct . ) 21 301 023298
M. C . Hillick Memorial Fund (Time Acct . ) 21 301 140723
Storms Cemetery Fund (Time Acct . ) 23 301 023298
Holmes-Stamp Cemetery Fund (Time Acct . ) 22 301 023298
FIRST NATIONAL BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
City of Ithaca , Water $ Sewer Fund 267 010109
City of Ithaca , Construction Fund 267 010842
Community Renewal Program 267 000731
Firemen' s Relief Fund 267 010001
Carried Unanimously
Designation of Official Newspaper
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED , That pursuant to Section 7-16 of the City Charter the Ithaca
Journal be and it is hereby designated as the official newspaper of the
City of Ithaca for the year 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
Collateral to Secure Deposits
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the collateral deposited by the Tompkins County Trust
Company and the First National Bank and Trust Company as reported be pow
approved as to form and sufficiency.
Carried Unanimously
Public Officials ' Bond
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 11 of the ' Public Officers Law the
following bonds which are on file in the Office of the City Clerk be
and are hereby approved in all respects for the year 1979 :
John D. Wright , City Chamberlain $ 50 , 000 G0488174 Globe Indem. Co .
James J. Clynes , Jr. , City Judge 4 , 000 G-438528 Globe Indem. Co .
Faithful Performance Bond,
All City Employees 100 ,000 G 438529 Globe Indem. Co .
Carried Unanimously
Designation of Regular Meeting Dates and Hour
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That regular meetings of the Common Council for 1979 be held
at 7 : 30 p .m. on the first Wednesday of each month in the Common Council
Chambers at City Hall , 108 East Green Street , Ithaca , New York.
Carried Unanimously
Approval and Confirmation of Sidewalk Assessments
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works levied sidewalk assessments on
November 22 , 1978 for the construction of sidewalks at various locations '
in the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS , a Public Hearing thereon was held by said Board on December 13 ,
1978 , at which time the Board took action to finally approve said
assessments and filed schedule thereof with the Council for confirmation
and final approval ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That said assessments in the total amount
of $6 , 600 . 22 Cschedule attached) be and the same hereby are approved
and confirmed, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Clerk be and hereby is directed to
prepare a Warrant on the City Chamberlain in accordance with such schedule
for the collection of said assessments ; and that the Mayor and City Clerk
be authorized to sign and execute such Warrant , whereupon all such
assessments will become due and payable from the date of execution thereof ;
and on all such assessments or portions thereof remaining unpaid after the
expiration of six months from the date of such Warrant , the City Chamber-
lain shall add and collect the percentage thereon at the rate of So per
annum except and provided, however, that the City Chamberlain may allow
persons to pay their assessment , if the aggregate amount exceeds $25 . 00 ,
in five equal installments with interest at S% on or about June 1st each
year, provided however, that any person desiring to pay by installments
shall make application promptly in writing to the City Chamberlain ; and
all properties having such assessments or portions thereof of installment
payments in arrears , and remaining unpaid at the close of any City tax
collection period shall be included by the City Chamberlain in a subsequent
City Tax Sale Sale in November each year following such City tax collection
period; and such property shall be sold for any unpaid assessments or
portions thereof or any unpaid installment payments , together with the
outstanding balance of such installment payments , together with all
interest , fees and penalties that may have accrued.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Ayes- (9)_ Boronkay, Boothxoyd , Bordoni,, Dennis , Holman , Nichols ,
Gutenberger, Saccucci, Slattery
Nay (_1Z Meyer
Carried
Approval of Contract with Finger Lakes Association
By Alderman Gutenberger; Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the -Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized
and directed to execute an agreement with the Finger Lakes Association ,
Inc, for promoting and publicizing the Finger Lakes Region for an amount
not to exceed $918 .
Alderman Nichols proposed a friendly amendment ; That any publicity
material that concerns the City of Ithaca be approved by the City Clerk
or a Council committee .
Alderman Gutenberger accepted the friendly amendment ,
A vote on -the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Contract with Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
By Alder-man Gutenberger; Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized
and directed to execute an agreement with the Tompkins County Chamber of
Commerce for promotional services in an amount not to exceed $8 , 000 .
Carried Unanimously
Approval. of Contract with Tompkins Coutply S. P . C .A.
Alderman Gutenberger : Seconde y Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized
and directed to execute an agreement with the Tompkins County S . P . C .A. for
an amount not to exceed $30 ,000 with approval of any necessary changes by
the City Attorney , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County S . P , C ,A. be and they are
hereby designated the official animal control agency for the City of Ithaca.
Carried Unanimously
Freeze on 1979 Authorized Fquipment Purchases
.Alderman GiiteriterJer ; Se : need �y Al�Ierrnan Boothloyd
RESOLVED , That this Common Council hereby prohibits purchases of any
equipment from the Authorized Equipment in the 1979 Tentative Budget until
after the January 17 , 1979 Special Common Council meeting , The Budget and
Administra tion Committee of the Council is eripoti�ei-ed to act })e}-:alf of
Common Co,jnc Il in 'ir. �r i nc� situation .
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Rec est_ for Special Meeting of the Common Council
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That this Common Council requests the Mayor to call a special
meeting of Common Council , January 17 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 p . m. , to discuss
Capital Projects and the 1979 City of Ithaca Budget .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Conley announced that there will be a Special Meeting of the Common
Council on January 17 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 p .m. in the Council Chambers to
discuss Capital Projects and the 1979 City of Ithaca Budget .
Damages Sustained during Demolition of the Y.M_. C .A. Building
By Alderman Gutenberger : Second by Al erman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby authorizes the City Controller
to pay $516 . 10 to Thaler & Thaler, attorneys and counselors , 309 North
Tioga Street , for damages sustained during the demolition of the Y.M. C .A.
building.
Carried Unanimously
Establishment of Salary
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That this Common Council establishes a $3, 25 per hour salary
for the part-time position of School Guard, effective January -I-, 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Parking on Hawthorne Circle
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
ORDINANCE NO. 79-1
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 60 ENTITLED TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES OF THE
CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE .
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York, as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 60 entitled "Traffic and Vehicles" of the City
of Ithaca Municipal Code is hereby amenddd as follows : ,;, ;
1 . That Schedule A of Subdivision B of Section 60 . 42 entitled "All
Night Parking" is hereby amended to add as follows ;
a. ) Under the Column entitled "Parking permitted on" add "Hawth.orne
Circle"
b . 1 Under the Column entitled "Between" add "'Hawthorne Place to
the end of the Hawthorne Circle cul-de- sac . "
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in Section 3. 11 LB) of
the Ithaca City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
Meeting of Charter $ Ordinance Committee
Alderman Nichols reported that t e Committee will meet on January 25 and
29 , 1979 at 8 : 00 p .m. in the Mayor ' s Conference Room to handle the
following items :
1 . Letter from Dep . Chief of Police Pagliero regarding charges of storipo.
cars- -the Code specifiees that $2 be charged, however, the wrecker
services are charging $ 3. 00 . Alderman Nichols wishes her committee
meet with the Human Services Committee and Deputy Chief of Police
Pagliero in regard to this matter.
2 . Action must be taken by March 5 , 1979 regarding Council ratHtcati'on
of designation of 19 properties as extension of DeWi1tt Park Historic
District .
3. Clarification of Personnel Administrator position in the Municipal
Code .
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Alderman Slattery reported that the Committee will meet on January 10 ,
1979 at 7 : 30 p.m, in the Town of Ithaca Offices . He requested that the
Intergovernmental Relations Committee be moved to an earlier position
on the agenda. He said the Committee is considering entering into a
contract agreement with the New York State Environmental Facilities
Corporation, and are in the process of drafting a request for services .
They have been discussing either a contract for services or joint
ownership with the Town of Ithaca for sewage waste water treatment
facility. The Council has gone on record as giving priority to considera-
tion of joint ownership of the facility.
Ambulance Service
Mayor Conley reported that both Aldermen Nichols and Slattery have worked
on this item. Fire Chief Weaver was designated to serve on the committee
formed to do something about the matter. Mayor Conley asked Alderman
Slattery to serve in the event the city is asked to appoint someone to a
county committee .
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION :
Alderman Holman __r_ep6r_t_e__J that there would be changes in the SEQR law
which will need to be looked at on the local level .
NEW BUSINESS :
Equal Rights Amendment (ERA)
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
BE IT RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council strongly supports
the EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT :
"Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by
the United States or by any state on account of se-x. 1'
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That in support of the ERA the City of Ithaca
will not provide funds for attending a convention in any state which has
not ratified the ERA.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (6) - Dennis , Bordoni , Holman , Nichols , Meyer, Boronkay
Nays (3) - Slattery, Boothroyd, Gutenberger-
Abstention (1) - Saccucci
Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On_ a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 25 p . m.
os p le , CikY Clerk ,ard J Conley , T9 or
COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS 243
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. January 10 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (7) - Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman, Meyer,
Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT :
Aldermen (3) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Nichols
OTHERS PRESENT:
Director, Youth Bureau - Cutia
City Controller - Daley
Director, Planning and Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Clerk - Rundle
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENT :
City of Ithaca Television Cable Commission
Mayor Conley requested approval of the Council for appointment of
� Robert A. Fletcher, 104 Enfield Falls Road, and Robert J. Hines , 417
N. Cayuga Street , to the City of Ithaca Television Cable Commission
for an indefinite term to fill the vacancies caused by the resignations
of Dana Uloff and Ann Martin .
Resolution
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That Robert A. Fletcher, 104 Enfield Falls Road, and Robert
J. Hines , 417 N. Cayuga Street , be appointed to the City of Ithaca
Television Cable Commission for an indefinite term.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (6) - Dennis , Gutenberger , Slattery , Saccucci , Meyer, Holman
Abstention (1) - Boronkay
Absent (3) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Nichols
Carried
Alderman Gutenberger informed the Council that Alderman Boothroyd would
arrive a little late at the meeting.
Medical Facility
Mayor Conley informed the Council that an appraisal of the fair market
rental value of the medical facility is required. He said he had met with
Aldermen-Holman , Meyer and Dennis and the consensus of their opinion was
that an appraisal be asked for. This would cost an extra $ 700- $900 .
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED , That the question of an appraisal of the medical facility at
fair market rental value be referred to the Budget and Administration
Committee .
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Ithaca High School Soccer Team Recognition
Mayor Conley presented the following resolution in recognition of the
Ithaca High School Soccer Team and Coach Terry Habecker for outstanding
achievement in becoming the New York State High School Soccer champions
for 1978 . Mayor Conley commented that he would like the Council to sign
the resolution at their meeting on January 17 , and it will be presented
to Coach Habecker and the team at a banquet on January 23 , 1979 .
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
WHEREAS , the Ithaca High School Soccer Team completed an undefeated
season , and
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WHEREAS , they went on to win the Southern Tier League Championship , and
WHEREAS , the team became the New York State High School Champions for
1978 ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the City of Ithaca Common Council
recognizes the Ithaca High School Soccer Team and Coach Terry Habecker
for outstanding achievement in becoming the New York State High School
Soccer Champions for 1978.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this resolution be spread upon the minutes
of this Council meeting with copies to be presented to the Ithaca High
School Soccer Team and their Coach , Terry Habecker. '"`"
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Fifth Year Community Development Block Grant Entitlement Applicat ion
The following persons addressed the Council , speaking in favor of its
approval of the Fifth Year Community Development Block Grant Entitlement
Application :
Arthur Pierce , Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services and Community
Development Advisory Committee
Clarence Reed, Southside Neighborhood, Chairman Community De"velopment
Advisory Committee
Gary Samuels , Community Development Advisory Committee
Marcella Silverman, 301 Elm Street , Coordinator of Ithaca Regional Office
of Protection and Advocacy System for Developmental
Disabilities
Susan Cummings , President of Board of Directors , Ithaca Neighborhood
Housing Services
Shirley Cooper , lifetime resident of the City of Ithaca, spoke against
any money being allocated for Cherry Street Industrial Park.
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS , the Community Advisory Committee and the Urban Renewal Agency
have held all required public hearings and heard from the public regarding
priorities for spending entitlement funds , .and
WHEREAS, Common Council has had an opportunity to read a draft of the
application and conduct a public hearing; then
BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council approves the Sth Year Entitlement
Application and directs the Mayor to sign the Community Development
Application.
Discussion followed on the floor. Alderman Dennis explained that if a
capital project were not established for the Cherry Street Industrial
Park, the $40 , 000 allocated toward this project would be reprogrammed.
Alderman Holman asked for a resolution to that effect .
Alderman Meyer commented that her impression at the last Council meeting
was that if this resolution were passed, $40 ,000 then became a commitment
to the Cherry Street project . She said she needed to know clearly that
there is a separation between that $40 ,000 and a final commitment to the
Cherry Street project .
Alderman Dennis withdrew his original resolution , with the second' s
approval , and presented the following:
New Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the Community Advisory Committee and the Urban Renewal Agency
have held all required public hearings and heard from the public regarding
priorities for spending entitlement funds , and
WHEREAS, Common Council has had an opportunity to read a draft of the
application and conduct a public hearing , and
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WHEREAS, Cherry Street Industrial Park is a part of the 5th Year Community
Development Entitlement Application , and
WHEREAS, Common Council has not yet made a decision on whether to proceed
with the Cherry Street Industrial Park; then
BE IT RESOLVED, That Common Council approves the 5th Year Application
with the understanding that if Cherry Street is not later approved by
Council , none of the $40 ,000 designated for Cherry Street will be spent
for said project and the said amount will be reprogrammed using usual
reprogramming procedures . Common Council authorizes the Mayor to sign
the Community Development Application.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Meyer addressed the Council : "In a three-hour meeting in the
Planning Department , it was clarified for Alderman Holman and myself that
CAC only had it in their mind that $40 ,000 was equivalent to 5% bonding.
The question I asked the last time at Council , which I thought was totally
NH misunderstood by the CAC people who were here , judging by the note that
`:T was left for Council Chambers , was that there was a discrepancy in the
(v concern over the need for Cherry Street and the priorities set up by CAC .
W I think Council had to clarify the discrepancy between these and the
communication or lack thereof, creating conflict between what Council is
Q being asked to do regarding this resolution.. I think Alderman Dennis '
resolution clarifies this in that it says , 'look, CAC is only saying that ' s
S% seed money, and if Council wants Cherry Street , go find money elsewhere
for it but we really don' t want it out of the CAC budget . ' That brings
Council back to deciding whether we approve the CAC budget and whether we
do or do not want more CD money to go to Cherry Street . "
Alderman Meyer commented that as a Council member she would have hoped
that the questions and priorities regarding the total financial scene would
have been presented to the Council before they had to vote on the resolutio
that night. She said she was disappointed that they did not get it .
Mayor Conley informed Alderman Meyer that the Council would have that
information on the meeting of January 17th- -all of the information the
Council will need to start considering the capital project and what they
are willing to fund. He said the meeting that night does not commit
the city to the Cherry Street project because they have to consider other
capital projects as well . By passing Alderman Dennis ' resolution , and if ,
for one reason or another, Cherry Street was not included as a capital
project , then they would be asking CAC and the Urban Renewal Agency to
make recommendations to Council how that $40 , 000 should be reprogrammed
into ,othbr community priorities .
Alderman Holman requested that information be available to Council members
sometime prior to 7 : 30 on the 17th of January so that they might , if they
are going to make decisions that night , have a chance to consider and
discuss prior to the night on which the decision will have to be made .
Mayor Conley explained that the facts will have to be presented at a
meeting rather than writing up a specific proposal . He said those things
would be discussed in a Budget and Finance meeting following the Council
meeting that same evening.
Alderman Holman requested the opportunity to correct some misunderstanding!
that may have arisen as the result of the meeting the previous Wednesday
night which relate to some of the questions she had asked. She said her
quarrel was not with the substance of the CD application , but rather with
some procedures . She said Alderman Slattery said what she was thinking
and would like to have said, and that was , "you should not expect your
elected representatives to act on information they are seeing for the firs
time in its final form and on which their decision is to be made . " She
said the Council has a responsibility in terms of the taxpayers ' dollars
and Community Development funds . Although not local taxpayers ' dollars
directly , they are certainly local taxpayers ' money coming back to this
community, and so she thinks the people should be pleased that Council
takes its responsibility so very seriously . When some of them asked for
facts and figures on the Community Development projects , what had been
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expended in previous years , whether there was money which could be
reprogrammed in this final year of application , they were not suggesting
that priorities ought to be shifted or changed , but rather they were
asking that they be allowed to think in terms of what funds were still
available in what lines , whether they were likely to be expended. That
information has been provided for them and as Alderman Meyer indicated
earlier , she and Alderman Holman asked planning staff, who are most
directly concerned with CD activities , to meet with them and provide some
of the background information that they felt had been lacking a week
earlier. She said it was unfortunate perhaps that the CD process comes
to a culmination at the point in time when even the most public spirited
of citizens decides that they ought to give some time to their families
and so perhaps that too is part of the problem. She said she thought they
could all understand what it means to be with their families at that
particular time of the year. The information was provided for Council
that evening in the form she would have liked to have seen and it has
been helpful to her thinking in what they want with Cherry Street in rela-
tion to the rest of the CD application. She said it was very clear to her
from the figures that the activities which have been programmed in the Sth
Year Entitlement Application ought to stand as they are and the resolution
which Alderman Dennis introduced which would allow them to reprogram, if
in light of the capital budget they cannot afford Cherry Street , seemed
to her to be most helpful and so she would support the Community Develop-
ment application as it stands .
Alderman Slattery noted that in the Progress Report of the Community
Development Activities , dated December ' 1978 , there are 48 different cate-
gories , starting with "101 rehab loan and grants" and ending up with "Fall
Creek Study," and in going through various categories , several had the
notation, "waiting for release of funds . " He asked about the process and
how the funds are released.
Planner Williams explained that "release of funds" is a process , done by ,,.,
series, which all projects have to go through. This process includes
advertising in the newspaper, required waiting time , environmental clears :e ,
comments from the public , a second legal notice , request to HUD for money;--
and waiting for the money.
Alderman Boronkay asked if there were any federal programs which would
continue the project following the Sth Year Entitlement Program. Director
Van Cort explained there is a "Small Cities Grant" which is being pro-
grammed, which is a three-year, $650 ,000 per year program which will
continue many of the projects and programs started under Community Develop-
ment . Mr. Van Cort further explained that on the night of the Public
Hearing, he had assumed the Council had received the entire package prior
to that evening. However, they had arrived in the Clerk' s office too late
to be mailed with the agendas .
Alderman Dennis commented that the Planning and Development Committee
should have met on December 28 to review the application and make recom-
mendation at the January 3 meeting as is the usual procedure , but the
Committee meeting really delayed it about 7 days .
To clarify the record, Alderman Meyer said that in the last meeting she
was not against people and for Cherry Street . She was simply responding
to the pressure put on the Council regarding Cherry Street and the
priorities of Council . She also pointed out that she was satisfied, aft
going over in some detail with the Planning Department , that the approac}
is where it should be. She also pointed out for the record that after
analyzing the budget carefully for the entire five years , it is only this,_
year, except for peripheral streets , that any money has really gone outside
the target area. That is one reason she is satisfied with Alderman Dennis '
second resolution because it puts the Council in a different position
regarding Cherry Street , and it does allow those monies to go outside the
target area which she thinks the rest of the community so rightfully
deserves .
Alderman Holman requested that Planner Williams explain what happens when
the Sth year entitlement is over in regard to when the money actually
ceases . Planner Williams explained that the 5th year money is the end of
an application process . The money , even in HUD ' s expectation , does not
have to be spent by the end of the fifth year . As long as it is being
spent , there is time to spend it .
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Alderman Gutenberger asked when the deadline is for the submission of the
application. Planner Williams explained there is a requirement that the
final application be submitted to the regio4al office in Binghamton and
the New York State Office for review of the application for federal funds
4S days prior to submission of the application. Mr. Van Cort referred to
this as the A-95 Review Process .
Alderman Slattery indicated that as a democratic member of the Common
Council he feels that each member of the Common Council has a right to
make comments about the Community Development budget , or any other matter
of city business , for that matter; and that when they have the floor,
they should be recognized and receive every courtesy of having the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8 : 48 p .m.
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Josleph A. Rundle , City Clerk Edward J. on ey, M or
COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS --
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. January 17 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman ,
Meyer, Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT :
Alderman (1) - Nichols
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
Director, Youth Bureau - Cutia
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Deputy Fire Chief - Tuckerman
Chief of Police - Herson
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
�. Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
IIJ MINUTES :
Q By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
Q RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the January 3 , 1979 meeting be approved
as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Planning and Development Committee
Alderman Dennis requested approval to present a resolution concerning
arrangements for leasing of the Primary Care Facility.
No Council member objected.
Budget and Administration Committee
Al erman Gutenberger requested the following:
Change in Item D resolution
Addition of three items :
G. Approval of Contract with the Tompkins County Senior Citizens '
Council , Inc.
H. Approval of Contract with Antone Aboud
I . Transfer of Funds for GIAC boiler repair
Discussion of three items and possible resolutions :
A. Authorizing Fire Commissioners to advertise for bids for a fire
engine for 1980 delivery. Acceptance of the bid subject to
Common Council approval
B. Appropriation of $5 , 000 in Final 1979 Budget for a part-time position
for the Tompkins County Area Development Corp .
C. Revenue Sharing
No Council member obiected.
MAYOR ' S APPOINTMENTS :
Board of Zoning Appeals
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of Natalie A. DeCombray ,
306 Lake Avenue , to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term to expire
December 31 , 1980 , to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Gregory
Kasprzak who is leaving Ithaca.
Resolution
By .a—merman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED , That Natalie A. DeCombray , 306 Lake Avenue , be appointed to the
Board of Zoning Appeals for a term to expire December 31 , 1980 .
Carried Unanimously
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Planning and Development Board
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of Susan Cummings ,
224 Fayette Street , to the Planning and Development Board for a three-
year term expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED , That Susan Cummings , 224 Fayette Street , be appointed to the
Planning and Development Board for a three-year term expiring December
31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Youth Bureau Advisory Council
Mayor Conley requested the approval of reappointment of J. B. Graves (chair"
man) , 408 Hook Place ; Donald D. Tompkins , 212 Ridgedale Road ; Francis C.
Moon , 507 Turner Place ; and James P. Dennis , 409 Mitchell Street, to the
Youth Bureau Advisory Council for three-year terms expiring December 31 ,
1981 .
Resolution
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That J. B. Graves , 408 Hook Place ; Donald D. Tompkins , 212
Ridgedale Road; Francis C. Moon , 507 Turner Place ; and James P. Dennis ,
409 Mitchell Street, be reappointed to the Youth Bureau Advisory Council
for terms expiring December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Environmental Commission
Mayor Conley requested the approval of reappointment of William Burbank ;
222 Utica Street , and appointment of David W. Fuller , 316 Turner Place ;
Barbara A. Davis , 124 Vine Street and Katie Stein , 1018 East State Street ,
to the Environmental Commission.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED , That William Burbank , 222 Utica Street , be reappointed to the
Environmental Commission for a term ending December 31 , 1980 ; That David ,
W. Fuller, 316 Turner Place , be appointed to the Environmental Commission
for a term ending December 31 , 1979 ; That Barbara A. Davis , 124 Vine Street ,
be appointed to the Environmental Commission for a term ending December 31 ,
1980 ; and That Katie Stein , 1018 East State Street , be appointed to the
Environmental Commission for a term ending December 31 , 1980 .
Carried Unanimously
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE COUNCIL :
Lighting at Cass Park
Harry Evans , 412 Hector Street , addressed the Council , asking their support
for lighting at Cass Park, a project which will cost roughly $ 120 , 000 ,
$52 , 000 of which is being given to the City as donated labor by the
Electrical Union, $10 ,000 which is being given to the City by the Amateur
Softball Association , the balance coming from the Bureau of Outdoor Recrea-
tion and the City of Ithaca (roughly $27 , 000) .
Mr. Evans explained that in three years there has been an expansion from
31 to 66 teams with other teams being added next week , or, in terms of
players , 1200 which can be increased by 300 this year. (70- 75o city
residents)
Revenue Sharing Funds Requests
Bruce Watkins , 110 Warwick Place , addressed the Council , respectfully
requesting that all or part of the revenue sharing requests which were
submitted to the Council during the month of December be reconsidered
for 1979 . He said he was especially interested in the Human Service
programs presented to the Council for funding through revenue sharing
funds because a large number of people in the city derive a great deal
of benefits from these programs .
Hillview Park
Francis Moon , 507 Turner Place , addressed the Council , requesting that
consideration be given to providing a ballfield in Hillview Park for the
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children, in addition to fence , steps , grading and maintenance . He said
that in view of the city' s financial crisis , full development of the park
would not be asked for. He reminded the Council that the issue of safety
should be considered.
Mayor Conley commented that by examining the neighborhood and city re-
sources there might be something done the coming year.
Ballfield Lights
Thomas Kheel , owner of the Dugout Tavern, addressed the Council speaking
in favor of lights for the ballfields at Cass Park.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Lighting of all iel s at Cass Par
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the project had been discussed at the
Finance Committee meeting the previous week. The application provides
for roughly three years to do the project , but may be extended to five
years with permission from the State . The application has been recom-
mended by the Finger Lakes Parks Commission which did not recommend Hill-
view and Wood Street Parks. All of the projects do not have to be done
�. at one time- -.the ballfield lights and dasher boards could be done first ,
with the lobby expansion completed at a later time.
W Controller Daley explained that the money will be received as it is spent .
He said the city would accept the application for $329 ,000 , assuring 500 ,
Q and bond for the total amount .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Cass Park Project be approved for inclusion in the 1979
Capital Improvements Budget in the amount of $329 ,000 .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Ballfield Lighting and Dasher Boards
projects be built in 1979 , and the lobby expansion be deferred until a
future date .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Meyer , Dennis , Gutenberger , Boronkay,
Saccucci
Nays (2) - Holman , Slattery
Absent (1) - Nichols
Carried
Hillview Park Project
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the Hillview Park project had been
discussed by his committee who recommend that the improvements to the
par]: be taken out of existing park reserves ($8 ,900) .
Alderman Holman asked Alderman Gutenberger if he would consider joint
referral of the project to the Planning and Development and Budget and
.administration Committees . He said he would consider it ; however it had
been through that process twice and through the capital review committee
process twice .
.alderman 'Meyer commented that it would be appropriate for the Department
of Public Works to work directly with the residents as they have with the
Circle Greenway to do some of the work.
Resolution
Holman : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Hillview Park project be referred jointly to the Plan-
ning and Development Committee of Council to work with the Planning and
Development Department to bring in a revised cost estimate on fence , steps
and grading ; and to the Budget and Administration Committee s,, that they
could act upon a re"Is d hudget for that proiect .i1,.' d;'tt r,»ill tier
existing Par]\ he u_;ed , and t:hc"ther d( t of the
Department 'of Puhl i ,- `V ,1 , -�),ntjld he u<ed and Lot% i J 1 � ',
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.amendment to the Resolution
By Alderman Meyer : Seconded by .alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That those clean-up actions which can be commenced immediately
in the Spring be undertaken by the Department of Public Works with their
park forces to improve the lot .
Tabling Resolution
By .alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the resolution be tabled.
Owl
Alderman Gutenberger respectfully requested that the makers of the
tabling motion withdraw their motion.
Aldermen Bordoni and Slattery withdrew their Tabling Resolution.
Council recessed at 8 : SS p .m.
Council reconvened into regular session at 9 : OS p .m.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
WHEREAS , Hillview Park improvements are the concern of the residents of
South Hill ;
BE IT RESOLVED , That said improvements be referred to the Planning and
Development Committee for review and implementation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That said improvements be limited to existing
reserves in the City of Ithaca Park Reserves account .
Carried Unanimously
Revenue Sharing
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the original recommendation was that
all revenue sharing funds the city is eligible for in 1979 be applied to
Police and Fire Retirement in the budget . He acknowledged that there hac-
been a request that evening for reconsideration of that recommendation.
Resolution
By 1 erman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the following 1979 Federal Revenue Sharing Requests be
reconsidered:
Retired Senior Volunteer Program $2 ,000
Southside Community Center- -Educational and
Recreational Programs 3; 215
Tompkins County Red Cross- - Information & Referral
for Visually Handicapped 33, 406
8 ,621
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Meyer: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That reconsideration be given to Tompkins County Center for
Culture $ The Performing Arts , Inc. - -The Strand Renovation Project , in
the amount of $9 ,605 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the amendment resulted as follows :
Ayes C2j - Meyer, Dennis
Nays (6) - Bordoni , Gutenberger , Holman , Boronkay, Slattery, Saccucci
Abstention (11 - B.00throyd
Absent (1) - Nichols
Amendment Defeated
Alderman Slattery requested that the original resolution be withdrawn.
Aldermen Dennis and Holman withdrew their original resolution.
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Mayor Conley announced that the 1979 Federal Revenue Sharing requests
would be considered individually.
Alcoholism Council of Tompkins Co . - -Alcohol Education & Recovery Serv.
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this Council support the Alcoholism Council of Tompkins
Co . in the amount of $2 , 500 .
- Discussion followed on the floor.
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Meyer:
RESOLVED, That amount be changed to $1 , 500 to the Alcoholism Council of
Tompkins County.
No action was taken on the amendment due to the lack of a second.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (1) - Slattery
Nays (8) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Meyer, Dennis , Gutenberger , Boronkay ,
Saccucci , Holman
Q Absent (1) - Nichols
Q Resolution Defeated
*See page 10 .
Southside Community Center - Educational $ Recreational Programs
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca appropriate $3, 215 of Revenue Sharing
money for Southside Community Center Educational $ Recreational Programs .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (4) - Saccucci , Dennis , Boothroyd, Boronkay
Nays (4) - Bordoni , Meyer, Gutenberger , Slattery
Abstention (1) - Holman
Absent (1) - Nichols
The vote resulted in a tie vote . Mayor Conley voted Aye .
Carried
Tompkins County Center for Culture & The Performing Arts , Inc. - The
Strand Renovation Project
By Alderman Meyer:
RESOLVED , That the City of Ithaca appropriate $5 , 000 of Revenue Sharing
money for the Tompkins County Center for Culture & the Performing Arts , Inc .
No action was taken on the resolution due to the lack of a second.
Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corp . - Big Brother/Big Sister Program
By Alderman Boronkay : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca appropriate $9 , 590 of Revenue Sharin<,
money for the Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corp .
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED , That $5 , 000 of Revenue Sharing money be appropriated for the
Tompkins County Economic Opportunity Corp .
No action was taken on the amendment due to the lack of a second.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (2) - Holman , Boronkay
Nays - Saccucci , Slattery , Gutenberger , Dennis , "?c,vei ,
Bo rdnr i
Absent ( 1 )
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Tompkins County Red Cross - Information & referral for visually handicapped
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by .alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca appropriate $ 3 , 406 of Revenue Sharing funds
for the Tompkins County Red Cross Information & Referral for Visually
Handicapped Program.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (8) - Saccucci , Slattery , Boronkay , Dennis , Meyer , Boothroyd,
Bordoni , Gutenberger
Absent (2) - Holman , Nichols
Carried
Alderman Saccucci left the meeting at 9 : 43 p .m.
Authorization of Application for Sewer System Evaluation
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , the Board of Public Works did approve and adopt the infiltration/
inflow analysis prepared by Stearns and Wheler in December 1978 in
connection with the Wastewater Facilities Plan ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council authorize an
application for a sewer system evaluation survey as an amendment to the
existing Wastewater Facilities Planning Grant ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the Superintendent of Public Works of the
City of Ithaca is hereby authorized to take such actions as are necessary
to implement such survey.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of the 1979 Youth Bureau Budget
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca 1979 Final Budget include 4 CETA positions
in the Youth Program Personnel Roster:
2 Recreation Specialists (Youth Development)
Step 1 , $8 ,461 each
2 Recreation Specialists (Handicapped Program)
Step 1 , $8 ,461 each
Carried Unanimously
Approval of a Contract with the New State Division for Youth
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has been notified by the New York State
Division for Youth that we are eligible for an additional $16 ,482 . 61 in
1979 , and
WHEREAS , there is enough money to continue three CETA positions , two full-
time and one part-time ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to make
application to the New York State Division for Youth for the additional
$163,482 . 61 .
Carried Unanimously
Transfer of Funds for Columbia Street Annex
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That $185 . 00 for closing costs be included in the City of Ithaca
1979 Final Budget in Account A391-177 , Columbia Street Annex Park Capital
Project .
Carried Unanimously
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Approval of Contract for Fixed Asset Appraisal
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be , and they are , hereby authorized
and directed to execute an agreement with General Appraisal Company of
Baltimore , Maryland, for property inventory and fixed asset appraisal for
an amount not to exceed $15 , 000.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
1979 Capital Project Recommendations
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Recommended Capital Projects , as amended on January 17 ,
1979 , listed on attached sheet , be included in the 1979 City of Ithaca
Capital Budget.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The Council agreed to vote on the Capital Projects individually:
Peripheral Streets
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Holman
Q RESOLVED, That the Peripheral Streets project be included in the 1979
Q City of Ithaca Capital Budget in the amount of $526 , 250 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Boronkay, Holman , Gutenberger , Dennis , Meyer , Boothroyd ,
Bordoni
Nay (1) - Slattery
Absent (2) - Nichols , Saccucci
Carried
Alb�anxStreet Bridge
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Albany Street Bridge project be included in the 1979
City of Ithaca Capital Budget in the amount of $230 ,000 .
Carried Unanimously
Green Street Ramp Repair
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Green Street Ramp Repair project be included in the
1979 City of Ithaca Capital Budget in the amount of $205 , 000 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Industrial Park
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the Industrial Park project be included in the 1979 City
of Ithaca Capital Budget in the amount of $800 , 000 .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (S) - Slattery , Gutenberger, Dennis , Boothroyd , Bordoni
Nays (2) - Holman , Boronkay
Abstention (1) - Meyer
Absent (2) - Nichols , Saccucci
Carried
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Terrace Hill Retaining Wall
By Alderman Boothroyd : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Terrace Hill Retaining Wall project be included in the
1979 City of Ithaca Capital Budget in the amount of $30 , 000 .
Carried Unanimously
Reserve Accounts
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That $65 ,000 be placed in the Bridge Reserve Account in the
1979 City of Ithaca Capital Budget.
Carried Unanimously
Bikeways Ca ital Project '
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by alderman Meyer
RESOLVED , That Bikeways project in the amount of $ 3, 000 be placed in the
1979 City of Ithaca Capital Budget .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (S) - Boronkay , Holman , Dennis , Meyer , Boothroyd
Nays (3) - Slattery, Gutenberger, Bordoni
Absent (2) - Nichols , Saccucci
Carried
Bonding Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the City Controller is hereby authorized and directed to
contact the City of Ithaca' s Bond Counsel to prepare the necessary docu-
ments for financing the following capital projects :
1 . Peripheral Streets (which includes the 300 block of East State Stree
the 100 and 200 blocks of North Aurora Street , and the 200 block of
North Tioga Street) .
2 . Cass Park
3. Green Street Ramp Repair
4. Industrial Park Development
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Contract with the Tom kins County Senior Citizen's Council , Inc.
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized to execute
a contract between the City of Ithaca and the Tompkins County Senior Citizens
Council , Inc. to provide recreational programs for the elderly in an amount
not to exceed $9 ,000 .
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Contract with Antone Aboud
By Alderman Gutenberger : Secon e y Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to enter into an agreement between the City of Ithaca and Antone Aboud to,,,,,
provide certain professional services regarding personnel problems in the
City of Ithaca. Said contract shall not exceed $9 ,000 per annum.
Carried Unanimously
Transfer of Funds for GIAC Boiler
By Alderman Gutenberger : econ ed by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS , GIAC is having problems with the boiler in the building which
they occupy , and
WHEREAS , GIAC has been advised by a boiler inspector that they can antici-
pate replacing a minimum of five to six sections within this boiler at a
cost of $900 per section this season , and
WHEREAS , GIAC has been advised that we can install a new boiler for $9 ,000 ;
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NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That this Common Council hereby approves
the purchase of a new boiler for the GIAC building , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That $9 ,000 be included in the City of Ithaca
1979 Final Budget in Account A7310-A-419 GIAC Program - Property Mainten-
ance .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the item of purchase of a new boiler for the GIAC building
be referred to the Budget and Administration Committee if an emergency
situation exists , with power to act .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Conley commented that a City employee will be directed to examine
the boiler.
Authorization of Fire Commissioners to Advertise for Bids for a Fire
Engine or 1980 Delivery
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
(V RESOLVED , That the Fire Commissioners are hereby authorized to advertise
W for bids for a fire engine for 1980 delivery;
Q BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this Common Council must approve the accept-
ance of any of the bids received.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Appropriation of $ 5 , 000 in the Final 1979 Budget for a Part-time Position
Tor the Tompkins County Area Development Corp .
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That there is hereby appropriated $5 ,000 in the 1979 Final City
Budget for a part-time position for the Tompkins County Area Development
Corp. , contingent on the Tompkins County ' s participation.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Primary Care Facility - Leasing of
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , Common Council has constructed a primary care facility in down-
town Ithaca , and
WHEREAS , the Tompkins County Hospital has informed Common Council of its
intention to terminate the hospital-run family care program in the down-
town medical facility , and
WHEREAS , Common Council wishes to insure that doctors in family practice
will continue to be located in the downtown facility , and
' WHEREAS , this Common Council wishes at this time to pursue leasing of
the facility rather than sale ;
THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council does direct the Cite
Attorney to prepare bid specifications for lease of the downtown medical
facility to doctors in family practice :
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That these specifications should be brought back
to the Common Council at its regular February 1979 meetinc, for final.
approval , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That Common Council reserves the right to review
and approve all bids before a contract is let .
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS 4+-f
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. February 7 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, dordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman,
Meyer, Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Attorney - Shapiro
Asst. Controller - Spano
Director of Planning & Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Engineer - Cox
Chief of Police - Herson
City Clerk - Rundle
Asst. Fire Chief - Nyberg 1
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
Ln flag.
LO MINUTES :
Q By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
Q RESOLVED, That the Minutes of January 10 , 1979 and Minutes of the
Q January 17 , 1979 meeting be approved as corrected (.correcting Jan. 17
Minutes : Terrace Hill Retaining Wall should read Terrace Place Retaining
Wall) .
- - Carried Unanimously
- ---- ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and Administration Committee j
Alderman Gutenberger requested the addition of two resolutions under
Item H--Personnel ; and an additional item concerning the expenditures
of Fall Creek.
No Council member objected.
Planning and Development Committee :
Alderman Dennis requested the addition of an item concerning Cherry
Street.
No Council_ member_obj ected_____
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Alderman Slattery requested the addition of an item establishment of
policies and guidelines for commercial :ambulance service.
No Council member objected.
New Business
Alderman Holman requested the addition of an item concerning support
of Parkit.
No Council member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS :
Letter from Atty. Edward P. Abbott
City Clerk Rundle called attention to a letter received from Atty. Edward
P. Abbott concerning the Sewer Commission, copies of which were distributed
to each alderman.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the letter from Atty. Edward P. Abbott concerning Sewer
Commission be referred to the intergovernmental Relations Committee.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on th-- resolution resulted as follows :
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Ithaca Center project
George Sheldon , Lansing , N.Y. , addressed the Council in reference to
Ithaca Center, saying that now is the time to consider all. sorts of
plans. He suggested that there might be something wrong with the con-
cept- -that perhaps the project is too large to be done at one time .
He strongly urged the Council , and especially the Planning and Develop-
ment Committee , to consider alternate plans ; to this}: about tho possi -
bility of a large open space (perhaps a third of the area) for projects
which have been successful ; also he recommended consideration be given
to housing in center Ithaca.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Ambulance Service
Alderman Slattery reported that an agreement has been realized for
ambulance service for the county. The following resolution was passed
by the Tompkins County Board of Representatives on January 29 , which was
the deadline .
RESOLUTION NO. 31 - ESTABLISHMENT OF POLICIES AND GUIDELINES FOR
COMMERCIAL AMBULANCE SERVICE
Introduced by Mr. Mason, seconded by Mr. Ray.
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Hospital has , from time to time , a need for
LIJ ambulance service , and
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WHEREAS, there are municipalities within Tompkins County which are not
----- -=�-r-es€ntly-sir-vf--d--by v-o-lunteer ambulance service , and
- — -WHEREAS , -the County of Tompkins is desirous of assuring the Hospital and
these municipalities of ambulance service from private concerns , and
WHEREAS, the County by this resolution adopts certain policies and gL,ide
lines concerning the delivery of ambulance service by private concerns ,
and, wherein the concerns will be treated in a like and just manner , and
WHEREAS , the Services have agreed that they are willing to operate
within. said policies and guidelines when providing service to the Hospital ,
the County, and its municipalities , and
WHEREAS, no funding is required by the Hospital , the municipalities , or
the County for the provision of ambulance service , now therefore be it
RESOLVED, upon recommendation of the Special Committee on Ambulance
Service , That the following policies and guidelines for the operation of
commercial ambulance services within Tompkins County be and hereby are
adopted:
1 . The Services will maintain in good working order in each ambulance ,
the radio equipment furnished by the County for communications with
the Hospital and other facilities for the reception and treatment
of injured, sick, or disabled persons , and with the State Police ,
the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office , the Ithaca City Police , and
the Tompkins County Fire and Disaster Coordinator.
2. The services agree that a licensed nurse shall be available , at
extra cost , for each call in the event that a nurse is requested by
the calling party. The additional cost will be based on prevailing
nurse charges .
3. Each Service shall maintain a valid ambulance service permit and
shall notify the County of Tompkins and the Hospital within twenty-
four (24) hours if said permit is revoked, rescinded, modified or
amended.
4. The Services must be available twenty-four (24) hours--a-day, seven
days a week.
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of any of their ambulances changes , by reporting the ambulances in
service and available for call , or out of service and unavailable .
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When the Services report an ambulance out of service , on a call
that did not originate with the dispatcher , they must inform the
dispatcher of the address their are respondinh to , and if known , the
nature of the call .
6. The Services shall furnish to the County a certificate of automobile
liability insurance issued by a company authorized to do business in
the State of New York with a minimum limit of $100 ,000 for injuries
to each person in any one accident , with a limit of $300 ,000 for any
one accident , $100 ,000 property damage for each accident. The County
shall be named as additional assured on the policy. Mow,
7. The Services shall furnish to the County a certificate of insurance
for liability arising out of malpractice issued by a company
authorized to do business in the State of New York in the minimum
amount of $100 ,000/$ 300 , 000 . The County shall be be named as
additional assured on the policy.
8. The Services shall hold the County harmless from any and all actions
or claims which may arise due to the operation of the Services and
shall promptly notify the County of any and all such claims . In
connection therewith, the Services shall provide the County with
insurance certificate of contractual liability.
9 . These guidelines shall not be deemed exclusive and do not prevent
the County from transmitting requests for ambulance service to other
operators thereof, should a patient or a responsible party repre-
serting the patient so request ; nor shall they prohibit any other
ambulance service from transporting patients to or from the Hospital.
10 . The principal stations of the Services must be located in the City
OIL Ithaca.
11. The Services shall be responsible for the billing of all patients
and the County shall have no responsibility nor incur any liability
in connection therewith. The Services operating under these policie
and guidelines shall set equal rates for all services rendered, and
such rates shall be $55 . 00 per call for transporting any person from '
airy place within the County to the Tompkins County Hospital , plus
$1 . 50 per loaded mile for destinations outside the boundaries of
Tompkins County. Additional charges may be imposed for waiting time ,
and for providing specialized services . The rate may be adjusted
from time to time upon the approval of the County upon application to
the County by the Services or upon the County' s own initiative. The
Services agree to fully cooperate in any procedure to fix the rate
by allowing the County access to the Service ' s books and records . The
County agrees to the confidentiality of such information provided by
the Services .
12 . Tompkins County will provide without charge , 24 hour--a -day profes-
sional emergency dispatching service for the Services through the
County' s Dispatch Center.
13. Tompkins County will provide the Services with the same multifrequency
medical and intergovernment radio systems that it provides the non-
profit services in the County , and shall maintain compliance with FCC
licensing requirements for such system.
14 . The County further states that it trill rotate , on a regularly schedu;� ,d
basis , dispatching the Services to City and non-City calls , and will
alternate between the Services on an equal basis , all calls originat g
at the Tompkins County Hospital .
15 . The County will log all emergency calls handled by the Dispatch Center,
and the Hospital , and records shall be available for examination by
the Services at any time.
16 . The Ambulance Services have indicated to the County that they will
operate in conformity with the procedures and guidelines set forth
in this resolution.
-'- February 7 , 1976
BANGS AMBULANCE SERVICE
By Jeffry L. Bangs
COUNTY AMBULANCE AND WHEELCHATR SEKVICIa
Copies to : County Attorney By James Hallam
County Administrator
Bangs Ambulance Service
County Ambulance and Wheelchair Service
Tompkins County Hospital
City of Ithaca
Towns of: Danby
Enfiel(I
Ithaca
Newfield
Village of Cayuga Heights
Fire and Disaster Coordinator
New York State Police I
d' Ithaca City Police
N Tompkins County Sheriff' s Department
W City of Ithaca Fire Department
Q Commissioner of Social Services-
ADOPTED
_Ay_es =_15__ —STATE- OF, NEW_-YORK ) s
Noes - 0 COUNTY OF TOMPKINS) SS 3
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct
transcript of a resolution adopted by the Tompkins County Board
of Representatives on the 29th day of January, 1979 .
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and affixed the seal of the Board at Ithaca,
New York, this 31st day of January, 1979 ..
Phyllis B Howell .Clerk
Tompkins County Board of Representatives
Resolution _ _
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this Common Council commends James Mason and both of the
ambulance services for doing an outstanding job in bringing about the
agreement that serves both the city and the outlying municipalities .
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Slattery noted that the City of Ithaca participates through the
Emergency Coordinator' s office for 50% of that operation as well as the
city' s contribution through the city and county tax funds . He said it has
worked out to everyone ' s satisfaction.
Mayor Conley commended Fire Chief Weaver and Aldermen Nichols and Slattery
who were instrumental in working toward the agreement , and Tompkins County
for recognizing the county' s responsibility for the service .
Toint Sewer Commission
erman Slattery reported the committee had met the previous week at the
own of Ithaca offices and had 'given consideration to forming a Joint
ewer commission. They drafted a resolution that contained what✓ they
thought was an end to meeting their objectives , but which came out co;Timit-
ting the city to a position that they felt tiaras perhaps too lenient and
did not leave avenues open for consideration. Since that meeting other
amendments to the draft have been made known which have not been reviewed
by the whole committee. There are four proposals which the committee
should review and attempt to for,iulate a resolution for Commo n C.��u�cil
that will accomplish our purposes and n,,rs„n +� c����
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Alderman Slattery announced that the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
will meet Wednesday , February 14 , 1979 at 7 : 30 p .m. in the Common Council
unambers to discuss the various resolutions which came about as the result
cf the previous muting.
Fire Dispatcher' s Contract
Alderman Slattery reported that on November 1 , 1978 the Fire Dispatchers '
Contract was ratified by a unanimous vote of the Common Council and the
contract had been sent to Tompkins County for signing.
Spencer Street Traffic Problem
Alderman Slattery reterre—T—to a meeting which was to have been set up w 1
residents of Spencer Street. Mayor Conley commented that it appears th,_,.
most of the issues are becoming dissipated automatically. He said that
after he has met with City Engineer Cox and Supt . Dingman he will be
bringing a proposal to the Council which will end the need for a meeting
unless there are new concerns . He reported that a "no turn on red" sign
has been put on Elmira Road which prevents the left-hand turn movement
which the residents were concerned about.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION:
Alderman Holman reported that the Environmental Commission has advised
the Building Commissioner that environmental assessment may be necessary
if buildings are demolished as part of the development project in downtown
Ithaca.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Medical Facility Appraisal
Alderman Gutenberger reported that lease- o£- the-building--has--b-eeTr-discussed.
Eventually it may be sold, but sale of it has not been discussed,
Assessment Roll Changes
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , pursuant to Section 554 (Sub . 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law,.�,
the Director of Assessment investigated an error in essential fact on
the 1973, 1974 , 1976 and 1977 Tax Rolls, and
WHEREAS, the result of said investigation is that upon consolidation of
several parcels iTi 1972 , the subject parcel at 539 West Clinton Street
was not removed from the Tax Roll during the years 1973 through 1977 ;
ivOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That a correction be made on the City of
Ithaca Tax Rolls for the parcel known and numbexe_d __a-s__539_-Test -Cl-int-on--.- -_—
Street , Tax Map Number 79- 7-1 (500700) by deleting said parcel from the
Tax Roil ; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain is hereby authorized
and directed to reimburse the Coop Consumers Society Inc . in the amount
of $ 70 . 50 for the error in tax bills for the years 1973 through 1977.
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Carried Unanimously
TnTnpkins County Human Services Coalition Contract
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to
execute a contract w;th the Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County,
Inc. in an amount not to exceed $5 , 825 . 00 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Tompkins Countvrconomic Opportuni-ty Corporation
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by 111 erman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to
execute a contract with the Tompkins Count), Economic Opportunity Corpora-
tion in an amount not to exceed $ 3 , 406 . 00 for information and referral
services for the visually handicapped.
Carried Unanimously
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Change Sewer Equipment List
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the 1979 Equipment List for 68110- 1- 230 , Sewer Admini-
stration Office , Motor Vehicle Equipment , be changed to include one
replacement automobile in an amount not to exceed $6 , 500 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Curb and Gutter Assessment
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , the Board of Public Works levied curb and gutter assessments
on Dec. 27 , 1978 for the construction of curb and/or gutters in the 200
block of Fifth Street , and
WHEREAS , a public hearing thereon was held by said Board on January 24 ,
1979 , at which time the Board took action to finally approve said assess-
ments and filed schedule thereof with this Council for confirmation and
final approval ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That said assessments in the total amount
of $6 , 096 . 29 (copy of schedule attached to 'Minute Book) be , and the same
hereby are, approved and confirmed, and
bj BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City Clerk be and hereby is directed to
prepare a Warrant on the City Chamberlain in accordance with such schedule
Q for the collection of said assessments ; and that the Mayor and City Clerk
_beauth_orized. to sign__and execute said Warrant , whereupon all such assess-
ments will become due and payable from the date of execution thereof; and
-- - on- all such assessments or portions thereof remaining unpaid after the
expiration of six ;nonths from the date of such Warrant , the City Chamber-
lain shall add and collect the percentage thereon at the rate of 5% per
annum except and provided, however , that the City Chamberlain may allow
persons to pay their assessment , if the aggregate amount exceeds $25 . 00 ,
in five equal installments , with interest at 50 , on er about June 1st each
year,*make application promptly in writing to the City Chamberlain ; and
all properties having such assessments or portions thereof of installment
payments in arrears , and remaining unpaid at the close of any City Tax
collection period shall be included by the City Chamberlain in a sub-
sequent City Tax sale held in November each year following such City Tax
collection period; and such property shall be sold for any unpaid assess-
ments or portions thereof or any unpaid installment payments , together
with tile.- outstanding balance of such installment payments , together with
all interest , fees and penalties that may have accrued.
*provided, however , that any person desiring to pay by installments shall
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman 'Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Administra-
tion Committee in the total amount of $27 , 753. 30 , as listed on Audit
Abstract #2-1979 be approved for payment .
Carried Unanimously
Youth Program 1979 Personnel Roster
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Youth Program 1979 Personnel Roster be amended to
include one additional Recreation Specialist .
Carried Unanimously
Financial_ Department Personnel Roster
WHEREAS , Common Council adopts , as part of each year ' s City Budget , a
Personnel Roster for each department ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Finance Department Personnel
Rnc+nr ; S as �l l n1..c
City Controller 1 Principal Account Clerk 2
Asst . City Controller 1 Senior Account Clerk 2
City Clerk 1 Senior Clerk 4
Deputy City Clerk 1 Sen_�_or Stenographer 2
City Chamberlain ]. Telephone Operator 1
Deputy Cl_ty Charr;Lerlai.nl. Carried Unanimously,
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Fall Creek Plan of Action Ca ital. Project
By Alderman Gutenberger : Sec&nTleT by Alderman Boronkay
ii T:C(1TSTFl That h'rto 1q1I C Pian .i Gi`9ir�n t�atli_ si1 T�i'iiic�i-fi' i�P rl!',Y`r�A`F'd
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by $ 35 ,000 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COINU7IITTEE : '.
Revision of Section 60 . 61
Alderman Nichols presented a draft of Revised Section 60 . 61 Municipal
Code (Removal of Abandoned or Illegally Parked Vehicles) which is being -r
worked on by the committee .
Revision of Offstreet Parking Requirements in Business Zones
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroy
WHEREAS , the Coiiimon Council recognizes the need to review the offstreet
parking requirements for the various- business districts that are stipu-
lated in the present Zoning Ordinance , and
WHEREAS , current parking regulations indicate the difficulty of creating
on-premise parking in some of the business areas , and
WHEREAS, the replacement and optimum development of existing buildings
in the business districts necessitate the provision of offstreet parking;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the changing business- situation in
the City of Ithaca and the availability of offstreet parking in public
I
ots and ramp garages suggest that careful support be extended to permit
new construction in districts where public parking and public transpor
Cation facilities exist , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the Building Department and the Department s
of Planning and Development are instructed to present recommendations-
concerning parking in the business- districts to the Charter and Ordinanc,
Committee of the Common Council no later than March 1 , 19-79 .
Di-scussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously'
Revision of Housing Code
Alderman Nichols reported that there are two possible revisions in the
Housing Code : one the committee is working on ; one referred to the
committee by the Police Department ..
Personnel Manual
Alderman Nichols reported that the delay in hiring a personnel director
was caused by a controversy between the Ithaca Civil Service Commission
and the Albany Civil Service Com.mission concerning specificati-ons of the
job ; therefore the personnel manual has not been completed,
Expansion of Historic District
Alderman Nichols reported that regarding the request to expand the local
historic district , the matter is involved with what the city may do in
the B- 1 district , and will be discussed along with the other zoning "
question.
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENTS ;
Board of Public Works
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of J. Kenneth Walker,
430 Richard Placc , to the Board of Public Works for a three-year term
to expire December 31 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Aleerman Slattery: Seconded by !Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That J . Kennett; Walker , 430 Richard Place , be appointed to
the Board of Public l;'orks for a three-year term to expire Decemb'er 31 ,
1.981 .
Carried Unanimously
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Youth Bureau Advisory Board
Mayor Conley requested the approval of appointment of the following
persons to the Youth Bureau Advisory Board for terms to expire December
31 , 1981 :
Chip Wood Fairhaven Apartments
Charles Wood 221 South Titus Avenue r
- Jeff Jordon 126 Chestnut Street
Jack Hamilton 408 Hook Place
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That Chip ?.'ood, Fairhaven Apts . ; Charles Wood, 221 S, Titus
Avenue ; Jeff Jordon , 126 Chestnut Street ; and. Jack Hamilton , 408 I-look
Place, be appointed to the Youth Bureau Advisory Board for terms to expire
becember 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPI`IENT COMMITTEE :
Health Facility
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
W RESOLVED , That Common Council does hereby authorize the City Clerk to
advertise and take bids to lease the Health Facility at 209 West State
Q Street , Ithaca, New York, according to the specifications set forth in
Q the Lease attached hereto ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That Common Council reserves the right to review
-- - all bids before a contract is let , and to reject any and all bids .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amendment to Paragraph 10 of Lease Agreement
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED , That the first four lines of paragraph 10 of the Lease Agreement
be deleted; thereby paragraph 10 to read, "The responsibility to keep the
demised premises clear of snow and ice rests with. the Lessee . "
Carried Unanimously
Amendment to Paragraph 12 of ]:lease Agreement
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, "That the Lessee further agrees to accept as patients !�ted cai.d
and Medicaire payors" be added to paragraph 12 of the Lease Agreement .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the amendment resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Addition to Lease Agreement
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED , Paragraph 34 as follows be added: "Lessee agrees to serve the
public without regard to race , creed or color. "
Carried Unanimously
A vote on the resolution as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That a maximum of $500 be expended for 1.ega1 advertising in
area newspapers for the purpose of leasing the health facility .
Carried Unanimously
Cherry Street Industrial Park
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca has filed preapplications with the farmers
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funding assistance in the development of the proposed Cherry Street
In.dustri-al Park, and
268 -10- February 7, 1979
WHEREAS , this economic development project proposal has received the
highest regional priority rating , and
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca has been asked to file final applications
with FmHA and ARC ;
THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council authorize the '.Mayor to
submit final applications to these federal funding agencies , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Common Council request FmHA to administer
the ARC grant , and w
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That Common Council commit $244 , 000 in local shy}
for the project in addition to in-kind services provided by city employe ,
in an amount not less than $15 ,000 .
Carried Unanimously
NEW BUSINESS :
Parkit
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS , members of this Common Council are aware of the need for
community education and awareness in regard to the problems related
to drunken driving;
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council supports the goals of the
community-based organization known as Parkit.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (9) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Nichols , Meyer, Dennis , Holman,
Boronkay, Slattery, Saccucci
Nay (1) - Gutenberger
Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 17 p.m.
_ _ _
JosVph A. Rundle , City le � Edward J, on yor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7: 30 P .M. February 13, 1979
PRESENT:
ayor - Conley
Aldermen (6) - Bordoni, Boronkay, Dennis , Nichols , Holman,
Slattery
ABSENT:
A�3ermen (4) - Boothroyd, Meyer, Gutenberger, Saccucci
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
City Attorney - Shapiro
Director of Planning & Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Clerk - Rundle
(� ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
W Budget and Administration Committee
Q Alderman Slattery requested the addition of one item--Contract of
City of Ithaca and the Ithaca City School District for services in
Q connection with Civil Service matters .
No Council member objected.
Planning and Development Committee
Alderman Dennis requested the addition of one item--Amendment of
the Family Medicine Health Facility proposed lease.
No Council member objected .
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
Approval of Labor A reement- Ci I ty of Ithaca D.P .W. Unit of the
Tompkins County Cha ter, C . S'.E.A. , Inc .
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the agreement between the City of Ithaca and the
Ithaca Unit of the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc . --DPW
Unit, effective January 1, 1979 , be approved as recommended by the
City' s negotiator, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized
and directed to sign and execute the contract on behalf of tr.e City
under its corporate seal.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Contract--City of Ithaca/Ithaca City School District--Civil
Service Matters
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed
to execute the contract between the City of Ithaca and the Ithaca
City School District for performance by the City of certain
services in connection with Civil Service matters for an amount
not to exceed $10, 121 . 72, which is the School District' s share for
said services .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Health Facility--Amendment of Lease
by Aiderman Dennis: seconded by Aiaerman riolman
RESOLVED, That the proposed lease of the Family Medicine Health
Facility be amended to add where appropriate the following clause:
"The Lessor reserves the right to conduct such reason-
able evaluations and assessments as necessary to
assure that the services provided in the demised
premises meet the goals of the Lessor and Appalachian
Regional Commission (ARC) program goals . The Lessor
may, to the extent possible, make use of Tompkins
County Hospital Administrative personnel in assisting
in such evaluations and assessments . " '
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (5) - Bordoni, Boronkay, Dennis , Slattery, Holman
Nay (_1) - Nichols
Absent (4) - Boothroyd, Gutenberger, Meyer, Saccucci
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8: 04 P.M.
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J olep A. Rundle, City Clem:. Edward J . Conley, Mayor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS 273
CITY OF ITHACA , NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. March 7 , 1979
PRESENT :
?Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd , Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman ,
Meyer , Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Dalev
City Attorney - Shapiro
Fire Chief - Weaver
Director , Planning � Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Cite Enuineer - Cox
Supt . of Public Works - Dingman
Director Youth Bureau - Cutia
Chief of Police - Herson
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the _American
flag .
Ld MOMENT OF SILENCE :
The Common Council remained standing for a Moment of Silence in memory
Q of Joseph Conley , father of Mayor Conley , who passed away the previous
week .
Mayor Conley expressed thanks to the members of the Common Council and
City Hall staff and employees for the kind remembrances to his mother and
family who appreciated it . He also expressed appreciation to the
contingency of police officers who paid their respects at the funeral home .
He said his mother was touched by this , as well as the expressions of
sympathy , flowers , etc .
APPROVAL OF MINUTES :
By Bordoni : Seconded by .Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED , That the Minutes of the February 7 , February 13 , and February
26 , 1979 meetings be approved as recorded by the City Clerk .
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and Administration Committee
=alderman Gutenberger reaueste the following :
Item I of Agenda - change of a figure
Item L : a request to add items to the Youth Bureau Equipment List
The addition of three items :
R. State and Countv Tax
S. Change in amount of bond anticipation for Cherry Street
T. Request from the Youth Bureau to fill a position
No Council member objected.
Planning and_Deve1_opment _Committee
�Iderman Dennis requested the addition of an item concerning acceptance
cl
of bid for the Family- ?Medicine Center.
No C-uncil member objected.
Alderman Bordoni requested a report be given regarding the proposed
i, ater rates by the Board of Public Works .
No Council member objected.
'?\ i CA 1 IONS :
letter rom Tthac_a City School District
City Clerk Rundle read the following letter received from L. William
Banner , Assistant Superintendent , Ithaca City School District :
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"21 February 1979
Ithaca City Clerk
City Hall
108 East Green Street
Ithaca , New York 14850
RE : Ithaca City School District v.
City of Ithaca
Dear Sir :
By letter dated 14 April 1978 , Manley Thaler , then attorney for- the
Ithaca City School District , sent you a Notice of Claim on behalf of
the Ithaca City School District , in order to protect the District ' s
rights .
The letter referred to "discussions" between the City and representa-
tives of the School District . To my knowledge , the district has not
heard from the City. Can discussions resume and the problem resolved
prior to 1S March 1979? -
The District ' s attorney is now Bond, Schoeneck & King , Syracuse (Mr.
Leslie Deming , partner) . Perhaps the City ' s attorney might wish to
contact Mr. Deming .
May I please hear from You by return mail so I will have an idea of
how to proceed.
Yours truly ,
L . William Banner
Assistant Superintendent
cc : Mr. Martin Shapiro , -Esq .
City Attornev .
Citv of Ithaca
Mr. Leslie H. Deming
Bond , Schoeneck & King
1 Lincoln Center
Syracuse , New York 13202
Mr . Richard Backer , ICSD
Mr. James Purcell , ICSD
File
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Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Conley referred the letter to City Attorney Shapiro to meet with
Supt . Dingman and himself to resolve the problem.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Route 96 Report
M _
ayor Conley informed the Council that he had received reports from Joe
Powers , Rt . 96 Committee DoT , in January. He asked City Engineer Cox a
Planning and Development Director Van Cort to review the report . He tl-
sent it to the Design Committee for them to review and recommend back t
the Council .
Mr. Van Cort , Chairman of the Design Committee , presented the following
report from the Route 96 Design Subcommittee :
"March S , 1979
Dear Mayor and Council Members :
The Route 96 Design Subcommittee met February 21 to review the NYSDoT
consultant ' s feasibility study of the local alternatives which they were
asked to evaluate in addition to three DoT schemes , and to der_ermine
whether the study adequately respon.jed to Citv concerns at this stage .
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While there were several significant points that we feel need resolu-
tion early in the next couple of months , the study and forwarding letter
are generally acceptable . Mr. Yale , however , felt strongly that the
consultants ' examination of the comprehensive low- impact alternate was
inadequate in several respects , and did not provide convincing support
for DoT ' s determination that that alternative was infeasible and would
be dropped from further consideration:
The subcommittee , after some discussion and amendment , adopted the
following motion :
That the conclusions of the NYSDoT consultant ' s feasibility report
on the City , County and Comprehensive Low- Impact alternatives for
Route 96 improi-ements be accepted ;
That it be understood that all alternatives found feasible by DoT
now include a one-way pair system for Route 13 , utilizing Fulton
and Meadow Streets , as an integral part of the project ;
That the Design Subcommittee continue to consult with NYSDoT and
its consultant during the design phase ;
That alternatives conceptually similar to the basic schemes but
modifving or combining elements thereof , such as the variation on
the City scheme suggested by the City Engineer , be seriously
C( evaluated during the design phase ; and
Q That Common Council be urged to approve this motion and transmit
it to NYSDoT along with a request that NYSDoT begin final design
development of the following alternatives for improvement of NYS
Route 96 :
1 . City scheme
2 . TCDP scheme
3 . Green - Seneca 3
A . U- 7 Mod. 2
S . U- 7 Mod. 3
The vote on the motion was four yes (Slattery , Graves , Cox, Van Cort ) ,
one no (Yale) ; motion carried.
I sincerely hope that Council will accept this motion . I will be present
at the March 7 meeting to discuss it , but am available anytime to answer
questions about it .
Very truly yours ,
H. M. Van Cort
Director
cc : Design Subcommittee"
Alderman Dennis requested that a meeting of the Committee of the Wi ole
Council be held Wednesday , March 14 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 p .m. in the Council
Chambers to discuss Route 96 .
Mayor Conley commented that he also would like a meeting later in the
month for the Council to make a final determination.
Andrei: Yale presented the following report to the Council concerning
the Minority Report of Rte . 96 Design Committee- -The Smith �- Nlaxson
easibility Study :
I
"That section of the feasibility study which deals with the Comprehensive
Low Impact plan is both inaccurate and inadequate : its treatment of the
plan is superficial , and it proceeds with a professional smoothness from
faulty assumptions to fallacious conclusions , in several areas which are
important enough to warrant both I-iore thorough investigation and so—) 'er
method.
First , there is the matt,•r of traffic vol �:me proiect1on . The method
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used to arrive at a figure for the year 2001 is extrapolation - - - that ' s
fine if we can assume that the rate of traffic will go on blithely
increasing at the same rate , in spite of all we know at this moment
about the recent and expected (see toda,: ' � paper} increases in the cost
of fuel , and the equally obvious decrease in the supply and hence the
availability of fuel . So does it really make sense , for example , to
predict , as this study does , a gro,.:th in "dema;rd volume" for Cliff Street
from the 1972 figure of 955 VPH to a 1001 figure of 1950 VPH? The answer
is that traffic will not double like this unless development and an
increase in inter- regional travel encourage that much growth- - - in other
words , this is the classic self- fulfilling prophecy , not an a priori
statement of what is bound to happen regardless of what we do .
The failure to deal realistically with this issue of traffic projections
is one of the fundamental defects of the report .
As for superficiality , look at the studv ' s one-half page treatment of
public transportation : no consideration is given to detailing the
possible impact on traffic volume of public transportation alternatives ;
and although some evaluative statements are made in this section of the
report , there is no data- whatever- - - and not even a qualitative argument- - -
advanced in support of the "conclusions" presented here .
And as for inaccuracy , compare the second bridge drawing made by the DoT
consultants with the scheme as presented in the Comprehensive Low Impact
plan. The DoT drawing changes the location of entry and exit ramps so
that the plan would then remove nine houses along Cliff Street , and would
Join 96 about 1000 feet north of the Octopus . As far as I can tell , this
is °ither an intentional distortion or an irresponsible mistake , and I
don t know which is worse .
So '_ong as traffic does not increase to the degree predicted by the
sty' s potentially self- fulfilling prophecy , the second bridge would
i-: eed improve conditions at the Octopus , and could provide a potentially.-,*
viable long-term solution . And since , as I have indicated above , there
is some reason now to expect such a stabilization of traffic volume , we
do have here the seed of a solution .
II
"It is crucial for the city while moving toward a solution to keep
available as many desirable options as we possibly can . The city there -
fore should NOT limit its choices to these five 4 - lane plans which are
the only ones the design committee has recommended DoT should carry
through to the design hearing stage . even among possible 4- lane plans ,
the five suggested to not adequately represent the full range of choices
ooen to us . Of the five , the Seneca-Green 3 scheme is the only one which
is not elevated over the railroad tracks . There are other schemes - - -some
of them have already been discarded- - -which would have different impact on
traffic flows , and which do not involve elevation. Some of these are
definitely worth keeping open as options . This last is particularly true
now, since much of the presumed need for elevation had been the result of
the possibility that rail traffic would increase (but now Cayuga Station
isn ' t going to be built) ; and the result of the specter of rush-hour tie-
ups (but now the trains have been re- scheduled) ; and the result of the
necessity to provide emergency access (_but now the pre-emption of train
movements has alreadv been discussed in meetings between city planning
staff and Conrail , and action seems at this moment more possible than
ever before . )
Non- 4 - lane options are of course also available , but cannot be consider=:" ""
because of the language in which the objectives of the project have been
stated. It is time to redefine these objectives so that a lower- impact
solution is seen as possible . A. project which adequately addresses our
own LOCAL needs cannot emerge so long as the primary goal is expressed
as one of providing for "inter- regional travel needs . "
Council should act to keep available to the city the op - ion of some truly
different designs . I urge you to take all the time you need in order to
assure t1at at the design hearing you will be presented with a real choice .
Sincerely ,
� -
A.
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Mr. `'ale asked that the Council not act hastily in making their decision
concerning Rte . 96 .
Wendy Wallace addressed the Rte . 96 issue , urging the Council to return
the lower impact statements along with whatever plans are sent back for
further design work . She also requested that well before making decision
on whether or not to accept the 4- lane highway , serious consideration be
given to funding possibilities for alternatives rather than the larger
issue .
Drop- in Center_
Judith Daley , 320 North Aurora Street , addressed the Council , expressing
pleasure that the Budget and Administration Committee voted to recommend
continuing the use of Pre-K room at the GLAC , and 'hope that the full
Council will agree with the Budget and _administration Committee .
Alderman Boothroyd arrived at the meeting at 8 : 06 p . m.
COMMILIN T CAT 10\S FROM THE MAYOR:
BUR d e t -- — —Mayor–Conley reported that he has been working with the City Controller
and department heads on figuring out a mechanism to make recommendation
(j to the Budget and administration Committee or the Common Council for re-
W ducing the city' s expenses due to a shortfall between the amount of
ICE anticipated revenues for 1979 and the 1979 budget . He said it has become
'Q apparent that it is necessary to continue to try to bring expenditures in
line with the city ' s income . The largest expenditure is payroll . and a
certain amount of outside professional help is needed. He requested
permission to enter into an agreement with a consultant to help study the
level of activities . He said the New York State Conference of Mayors had
recommended Robert McEvoy- who works with the Raymond , Parrish 4 Fine
consulting firm. The firm is under contract to the City of Ithaca in
Planning and Development and there is a 52 , 500 balance in their accoUnt .
Mayor Conley asked for $ 2 , 000 of the balance , with the remaining tS , Kn
from the Council , to hire Mr. McEvoy .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenherger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLED , That the Mayor, City Controller and Budget and Administration
Committee have the power , as client , to enter into a contract with the
firm of Raymond, Parrish and Pine for the consulting services of Robert
McEvoy to study and recommend to the City ways of reducing expenses in
the City , contract not to exceed $ 7 , 500 .
Carried Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COM-MITTEE :
Drop-in Center
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, on March 2 , 1977 , the City of Ithaca leased the Pre - K space in
the GLAC building to the Drop- in Center for a one-year trial , and
WHEREAS , the Drop- in Center has requested an extension of said lease ,
which was extended for the year 1918 ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED:
1 . That the City of Ithaca lease the Pre-K room in the GIAC building to
the Drop- in Center for one dollar ;
2 . That said lease be for an indefinite period with provisions for
lnsnrance and regulations Hoye?ning the use of file building .
s. The City may , at its option and sole discretion , terminate this
at a 'y time ,
4 . Upon notification to the Drop- in Center of the termination by the
City of this lease , the Trop- in Center shall have sixty (60) Ways in
which to either vacate the premises or Pegot i a t e with the City for
rental by the Drop- In Center for the propises .
Discussion followed on the floor .
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,N -..rote on the resolution resulted as foIIow,
Aves (9) - Bordonl , Boronkay , De nn 11 , Cut enber�jer , HOlmar-, \le%'er ,
Nichols , Saccucci , Slat to r,.,
Abstention ( 1) - Boothroyd
Carried
CO`hitiN I CAT IONS FROM THE �LaY"OR:
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Mayor ' s Yppointments
ing Develo)Dmr nt Board
pia or Conley requested the ap�_) rovLiI of a p L er _ of Ba717ara A . Davis ,
Vine ne Street , to the Plant, in a^? Dev ic? i Board for a term to
expire December 31 , 1931 .
Resolution
By :alderman Slattery,: Seconded by Alder-,-.,.a,, Saccucci
RESOLVED , That Barbara A. Davis , 121 Vine Street , be appointed to the
Planning and Development Board for a ter-,I to ex-:) ire December 31 , 1930 .
Ayes (9) - Boothrovd , Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger ,
N`e.-er , Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
Nay (1) - Holman
Carried
Tompkins County Cable Commission
Mavor Conley requested the approval of appointment of Robert Fletcher ,
104 Enfield Falls Road, member of the City Television Cable Commission ,
to serve on the Tompkins County Cable Commission .
Resolution
By .alderman Holman : Seconded by .alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED , That Robert Fletcher , 104 Enfield Falls Road , be appointed
to the Tompkins �__ounty Cable Commission .
Carried Unanimously
It"aca Tan -parks Preservation Commission
Mayor 1enle r°auestel the approval or Sarah Hector , 154 East State Stre *
to the Ithaca Tandmarks Preservation Commission to replace Stephen Mensc`1
lOr -:, term. expire December 31 , and Francis C . Moon , S0 , Turner
4Wyea
Place , tO the Ithaca Landmarks Pre-7 r'tatjon ConmisSion to replace Louise
W I c o x ioi a term t0 expire Decem;!bs _ J1 , 1` 80
Res Olutlon
By alderman Nichols : Seconded by _yldernan Saccucci
RESOLVED , That Sarah Hector , 134 East State Street and Francis C . noon ,
S(I Turner Place , be appointed to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation
C1;...- _ssi'Jn or terms to expire December 31 , 19 -9 and December- 31 , 1980 ,
re:,2e'ctivel - , replacing Stephen `fen,scn and Louise Wilcox .
Carried Unani:7oul;:
CITY ATTORNEY' S REPORT :
City attorney Shapiro reported that the Appellate Division rendered a
favorable decision to the City in the Baker _appeal Case (--oning- -office
on Tioga Street) ; and that the Ecology action case regarding UFAIR had
been argued on March 1 , 1979 and decision reserved by the judge .
INTERGOVEPWIENTAL RELATIONS CO.NMITTEE :
Participation in the Construction , 05eration ,_and Main*enance of an
Ex sanded .Joint_ Sewage_Treatment tacil i t r -
Tv-Ai-de rm—an Sl a ttery : Seconded by alderman Saccucci
'.esclution approve-4 by the Citv of Ithaca Intergovernmental Relations
Committee on February ?3 , 199 in meeting with the Town of Ithaca)
1� r=''� �S the City of Ithaca Commcn Council reaffirms its commitment to
T _7 PEE ,
work with the Town Of Ithaca and the Tow?'_ of Dryden towards an agreenen
which will set forth the type and method of participation by each
municipality in the construction , operation anti mainte-Dance of an
expanded sewage treat:-_e-it facility to serve the present and future needs
of the City of Ithaca, the Town of Ithaca , a:-,U' the Town of Dryden :
NOW, THEREFORE , B�. If
Tnat the Citv Of it_h ' (_Olt '. ::_ C0'_in'; l , the 1 a TOi,n �G � , an i the
D v a r ' ere-;', es sh an eig;, t ?, :;:.�e SCwcr
r yen Town Bcar� ag_ ee to any h _ _
PlanrllnJ O _- tour ( me.7. _c`ed by the
I --1 I i ' �, th,. own o _ It _..;,'_ an,? nr by fie Towrt
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charge eescri ^ed below. if _ ,`le ..:neri C21 representation from each
?':unicipality permits , one-half of the persons appointed to the Fc it . ee
by each municipality shall consist of persons who are elected officials
of the Towns and City- as the case may be .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED :
That the Sewer System Planning Committee is hereby charged with the
respovsibility to advise the governing boards of the three municipalities
upon all ""tatters pertaining to the work of consultants in developing the
score of the project , including recommendations pertaining to changes in
the scope of the protect , ;he need for further technical , legal , financial .
or or other assistance as may be required.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED :
That the Sewer System Planning Committee proceed with the preparation of
an intermunicipal agreement which will govern the financing of the Sewer
System Evaluation Survey and the administration of the work to be perfcrpe
and which will be submitted for review and adoption by the participating
municipalities with a target date set for auoption by April 1 , 19 79 .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED :
That the Sewer System Planning Committee be charged with fully developing
at least two alternate methods of ownership , administration and operation
W of the sewage treatment facility and with fully developing the pros and
Q cons of each alternative from the point of view of the rate payer of each
municipality . The alternatives to be developed must include as a min
Q
(1) Joint municipal ownership , administration and operation .
(2) Continued City ownership , administration and operation Wit ; c071ract
service to the municipalities .
. _ IT FURTHER RESOLVED :
7h at the three parts ci,,at_ng municipalities hereby rake av ai l a: _ e zhei .
su:,port staff for the purpose of gathering data and supporting the
Planning Committee in the preparation of reports . he City- of i t . aca
Superintendent of Public Works , as project representative of the applicant
(City of Ithaca) , will keep the Committee informed of all commuricatio-
with the consultants and the grant agencies and will refer all policy
matters per _ aining thereto to the Committee for review _u _ _ l ier _ D r i O -
to required approval dates so that a recommendation can be prepared bv the
Committee for action by the governing boards .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED :
That the Planning Committee will report the status of their work to the
governing bodies at least quarterly.
Discussion followed on the floor .
_a vote on the resolution resulted as follc„s :
Carried Una imo,-:sb-
Sewer System Planning Committee
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yor l,onley requested the p oval of appointment of the Toll owing as
pity merbers to the eight - me7her Sewer System Panning C .. _i . _ ee fcr
indefinite terns : _ 5nald J. Slai _ery , Chm. of the inteigoye_ ._Tent
Relations Committee , to serve as cha rran ; Alderman ReTioni , Cr"nc
1 , aison to the Board of Public Works ; Robert B . Allan , Chm. Water 4
Sanitary Sewer Committee of the Board of Public Works ; and Comm. W. _.avid
Ban i e l d nember of the Water % Sanitary Sewer Committee of the Kcard of
Pvhl i c Works .
solution
Bv ?i . t&A Saccucci : Seconded by _',1 deyman Boothroyd
RVSDLVEP , That Donald J . Slattery , Chm. of the Intergovernmental Relations
Cam . ..?itiee of Council , to wive as c::ai : . an ; alderman oraoni , Council
liaison to the Board of Public Wwr`.s : R', rrt B . :Alan , Chm. Water 4 :' i '. - y
Sever Q .."it . ee of the Board of Public Works ; and rC m. W. David Rinfiela .
ILumber of the dater 4 Sanitary Sever ConzitTce of the RoW of Public W
be appointed for . :ldefinite terms to the Sewer System F: anning t o ' ..':iitpe .
Carried nipc, ; ly
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in_ the County
Alderma!i Slattery-_-reported t h a t at a meeting' the p r e%,i o ti T) I
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1 (yuori reported on the 1) rob I er-,. of sept -i --e r
I n the collltv are:'
City consulter expa,' 1 ' nCj its facilities so then woll! d he a
to include that se,,-,-acye Ald-;1ta Slattery
coi,lented that h i s cort 1 t tee
will be working on the p rob 1 e:-i
COUTIC it rece-L sed at 9 : 1)1) p . m,
CoulnC_ recoT)vened at 9 : 30 p . m. in regular ses L* On
BU')(-jT-'F =IND AD�JTNIST,:ZATICIN CJ_1\1M1T1'EE :
Fire-Der-arLment pumr)er
Engine
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bv Sacc uc
l HF'\)JEAS , t`,e Board of 7 1 r e Cote'-.?LS : lo e r 0 f the C -1-,-v Of t b,a c_ i has
received bids for furnishing a 1250 6PM Firle delivery in
anA
the Board oT Fire has revlie:%-ed the bids 47 o
corillt I i.ance with spec: L 'I i cat Ion s arid re coFi'.,-,e nds acceptance of the lo-- bid
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received from Seaarave Fire AQDara,_1_.:; , Inc . in the amount of
NON!, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That Sea-rave Fire Apparatus , Inc . be
awarded the contract for furnishing a 1250 GPNT Fire Engine in accordance
with the specifications of February 26 , 1979
o f
for its I o w bid S 79 736
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That S .233 , 000 he appropriated in Reserve Account
3 Fire E n a in the 19'7� c` Ithaca Final. Budget : and
3 . IT 7:,Ij
1-Z ES ED That a Capita' Pro : ect o be established fo r t ne
Re n c a T-- i n :r Fire S t a o ri
arid --a-. S9 3f'r) tie appropriated 1n the
T- o Ithaca 7inal Bu_-
Carried Unanimously
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A f d"e- _c,_, 6 ut e nib e r-7e r Seconde," -)v Ier-7,a:n Boot.hroyd
That this i C o m--i o n Co u,n_-i I 'lere�y the hir i n )7 co-7 a v
e r s a nn e I , ;
� -,cludinj part - time and seascn-_il 7, -,s i-t
� L, ions , and
BF. TLY FURTI-HER RESOLVED , That the lludaet- af�_,' AdminiS trat ion Comj- 41 - tee
L -sonne 1
Council have the power to act fr) emergency hiring of De
and
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curred as a result of his van having heel,-_ to,,%-e,,l aw av on I the
Police Depart.,TLerit , the c o h-t Jt- that
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t the C ty of 10-
0-f -a Fu s o a c a ; and
R�c,r,L ED , That th e full faith an d Credit of the C i of
are C rr
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r e, e d for T T-1 C a., e:
o u t o'
0-1 L
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c ved for -L- e c re—'t _ kcal La r
Carried u 7-,al-) m Ou s
e I o, M T-j t Gf S-L El,-a T t 'ark Duck Gnd
e e
an Li,-En _-A U
- o e 'e v e op e c- c, leas a prcy�)osp nd at Stei,—rt
e c)-D b y the E n z Peer1n2 D v Jn dj
e C-
I,-- 1S , t i- S P e a to do this by
force account using a P D r 0 X j Ta L e 1
v
TL 1
E S ?6 , 000 is mailable la
ble in the St etiN a T-t Park T r-Ll S t Fund :
Ln
a c ap it al r c e c,t b e -S+L a b-11
71,-V� Tl'F BE IT R- SOI-VED , That L
UJ fo h e r e c c o n f t Ii e S t e w a r t Fa T�k- C-u C 1- C)n 01 i-n t- e I
t + exceed e J n c
i 11 TTI L C
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the Director of Assessments has -I P v e s t J e,at e: an ap Till cation for the coT-
7 TIC
T-
e c t i on of an erToT essential fact co u e
R E A S Sala n v es a c 2 ti on revealed +-'j,,aL 1n re as a cl er' cp ' e----
1— transcribing rc, =- eld relies; n e e I o a T the pr
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AS , the Director of Assessment recommends -ha t the assessed va` ue
C 7 —a S+L 10UTt StL e e' he changed from S 1 00 , 0 t0 0 , 500 ;
-ET) That the 97 for f
T 17: -)-- I �� 11
N'C',I "T 7 - ES-01 S, Tax Rc 11
T ',-i;a c a be a-,!enclied to reduce the aSS-e sr,)-n- of a�- Va-p ci L
Court St r 1-0 1-1; s I o r.) 000 to S 7 0 50 0 , and
nd
S L',,
L) That the C ty P be �I u o -
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c t t 0 7121,e t T�,
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14 S c.-pe r t v o r alk e E7
Eta tax D i
t Taxes have been ;,,aid .
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282 - 10 March 7 , 197�
NO& , THERFFOKE , BE IT RESOLVED , That this Common Council estahlishen the
fn11owing proce2ure :
1 . That the Tompkins County HuoAn Services Coalition will notifv tht,
City of Ithaca of its recummendstions .
2 . That , thereafter , the City of Ithaca will notify the agcn : ies re-
questing funds of the Coalition ' s recomnendqtions .
Carried Unanimanoly
Auihori:ation to Execute Contract with Soot- sile CommunityCenter
Sy Secondel by Aldernar - Perhis -
ROSCUR " , That the 1t, .7r and City 010 be authnri :ed ani directed to
vN a cortrac; with Southsile Co vunbvj jejzer in an amnApf not to
evcenj S3 , 213 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
07endment of Youth Bureau
— EquiDne_ot List
V SerI e tkqeT Seconde _l
',b'--AlderTan Holma.-)_
RWLVED , That the authorized equipment list for A7310 - 250 , Youth Program—
Other Equipment , be amended to include the following items :
I AVA 300 Portable Cassette Player
I B- 2 :oom Slide Protector
2 Curved Striking Pads
2 Biltuff Air Shields
2 Stretch Masters
Delaxe Striking Balls
I Bounce Back Du7m-.-
Kick Bags
1 Heal Guard
Sening Machines
Hincavional :mplepentin.,
a7- 1
BE :T FURTHER RESOLVED , That S1 , ' S . 00 he transferred from the Reverwe
Skaring Fund to Account A-31n . 237 in the 10 -9 City of Ithaca Final Buavel,_,,
Carried Unanimously
Standardization of Quinment
Se. or_led by Alleroan Saccucci
NEREAS , the City now has Crouse - Hinds traffic signal controllirs and
traffic equipme t in use in 52 intersections throughout the Ci :, , an;--
NHPIETS , labor costs for servicing a standard signal equipment systep will
�e legs than for servicing different types :
401 , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council be re• :e5tel to
!I
ajo- z Crouse- Hinds as the standard traffic signal and controler equip -
men't to he purchased and used by the City of Ithaca in the year 1979 ,
except on the existing arterial system on Meadow Street , and to authorize
the Board of Public Works to advertise for bids , and to purchase traffic
signal and controller equipment of this manufacturer in such quantity as
the funds orovided in the 1979 budget will permit .
Carried UnanimousQr
Par_� -_, cj_2j�_ion in the Tompkins Coun v CE Plan&nv Counall
N Aide man Cuter_ er, e F. Seconded A I d,
r -
g ---
WHEREAS , theere is a plan of expanding the authority of the present CETA
Alvisory Committee to include more resource groups from the Community , all
WHEREAS , the nex group woull assess the co==Ayl s Ile- l- Sal _ Jc5s anf-
training in the light of what various local groups are alrealy loin, ;
NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That this Common Council requests the
Tompkins County Board of Representatives to consider expandin; the
authority of the present CET_', Advfqnry Cop7lnnee ; an_`
BE IT FUREHER That the City of Trhn : i yo a' 2 "e Ln7ny- itej
tav !2g part in the implementation oF any neA CFA Aiviiory
respnqsibiji4e ; .
Car r ie 2 7- ny 1 -
283
polscy for P 9
A5 del T&` & c Allernan Holyan
: FSOLVED , That this Con�,,
- Ivlciev n
Ld eepaitnents till Purchase —pp lies , materials and eouipment
within the City of Ithaca pendfng MaMbility of comparable quality M
Trice .
Carried Unanimousiv
A�2! t
by Wfw=an Guienlerger : SuMnled by AlUTman Dennis
PTSULVED , That the bills WAR & and QTroVed by the Budget and Advini -
stTL! don Corwittee in the total anount of 514 , 009 . 64 as listed on Audit
Absiract 4 - 197P he ayprcved for raym,,t .
Carried unandvouFlv
tar-iant for -Collection of Taxes
ce hued by Alderman Boathroyd
�_IRSMED , That the City Chamberlain be authorized to request the Count,.-
-- ! Tompkins to eyjeDd its ......t for coMectior of the 107P State Ad
Gc=y Taies "Lid ! 7Ane 2 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
AXD DEVILCoMEXT COMITTFE :
CQJ
Ld
By a e r j,-,a_n _,'!e n n As Seconded by Qder7an Boothroyd
Enae �u L1 ,,,j ... ...i an oPZ ] cn to purrhase
N-0 Size of he Cherry Street Industrial Park be included in the City ' �-
al funding aPPlication ;
NVA
S d 1EHREFORE , BE 71 PhSOLVED , That tie 42vor be authorized to accuirc
21 oTtion.
Carried Unari7ouslv
?7P7ET AND C747ITTFE :
Wirt 1 f a
Seconded by Aideymin 7ennis
on :anuary 17 , 1779 , Co=on co=cil CrEated an in lrl La_`
Par; Project to be' included in Qe 1979 CRY cf Ithaca sari hict
and l
"KTREAS . the ar?rupriation for this project was approved at Mquj( , vn ,:
WHEREAS , this project has been reduced to approximately S660 , 000 :
NOV , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Resolution adopted by Common
Council on January 17 , 1979 , be amended to read as fo5lows :
RESOLVED, That the Industrial Park Proiect be included ip the
_ ' ? _9 MY of lthaca CaTit2i Mdget in he amount of S669 , 000 ,
F�RTMR RhSOLVED , 7h at ! he Cioy Controller be directed to aaenul
rjs request from the " tv Of Ithaca ' s bond counsel to reflect this
Carried Unarimously
Gutenherger : SecDnKe 1V Alde=nn Dennis
ASOLVED , That the Youth Burcau he ahthorined a ChTA Kutnmotdvej position
or a six- month Deriod , effe :Tive i7 -ediazel-.
col r ed U n ] rouviv
PL MM A%D
Aul h6yj "' t on In t K 1 nal 01 valachla Te, jovaj cknmission and Farmers ,
Home
7( Aid.
REIS qM -P"e : or
� Ath Z ! e
None lazinin; : , 7 ! �n MG for
funding in the �W � 010p-, n
4ndust1jal T, , K ,
284
WEP00S , this econoni- c developownt project proposal ha , received thy_
higher * regioral priority rating , and
WKR' K , this econonic de` clop project proposal has ruceive,l a Group
rating to be funded) from New York StateDepartment of State , and
i4 !1. the City of Itha:a haq `eon asked to file final app7icariors
with FrUl and ARV ;
IM
THPOY &CRn , BE I RESOLVED , That Qmman Coupcil authori:e the Mavor to
Jt final app Ica 00W to these fedoral funding agencies , and
BP IT FKKH' k RESOLVE1 , That Con von Council request FmHA to administ� y
the AR7 grait , apul
a,
nn T ? F-Q'' RZ. HD , That VompiH Council commit 1179 , 000 plus
applicahle finance charges in local share for the project .
11ACH; ; K7 FC110Ael on the Floor .
A vote in the revolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
AcceqEance of Family Medicine Center Bid
Ly AI erman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
R L
ISCLVED , That Common Council does hereby accept the bid received for
the Family Medicine Center by Drs . Brelvan , Blumkin and Tobin , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the Council does hereby direct the Mayor
tu enne - into a lease agreement for the property subject to final
approval by the City Attorney .
Disc�ss : ,n fshowed on the flior.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carrie! Unani7ous1 v
-NAYOR' S APP OINTMENTS :
3aard 51 Electricians
Ravor Conley requested approval of appointment of Wilbur Baker , 30
rj f- Ro r Auror
th a Street , to the
n Street an ! Richard Srnka , 1110
Ey= lning Board of Hiectricians for ter-s of office to expire Decembe-
31 , 19SI .
pesol 'at 0--,
TV Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Boothrov,
RAYVED , That Wilbur Baker , 306 Utica Street and Richard Srnka , 1110
North Aurora Streez , be appointed to the Examining Board of Electricians
for te rms to ex-p i re December 31 , 1981 .
Carried 7na7imansiv-
C H A P 12 R AN ID C�R LID --- NAN C E C 0 NIM I E i-'
To 9a' Di AT HE! Re g u 11-a-Elo—H-3- Cl,--art Amte--. 1- e
B& A Re rman- NIQSVF-seconc eT
WiLUTICN OF CCOX�ICN COUNCIL KTRODUCING :0NING ORDINANCE MAP AND
CST%Z-Ii-`7R-E(-,-,,iL MONS CHART A�f `'D'JT---.',-,TS
BEIT R193LVEP That Ordinance No . 79 - entitled "An Ordinance Amending owp-ft
the :onhng Map and District Regulations Chart of Chapter 31 entitled
' :oniny ' of the City of Ithaca Municinal Coda- he and it 07ebj is inw)- 1
duce_'_ before the Common ConnaLl of tQ city n5 : thavj , Ne� Ycyk , and
BE IT FURTHER RESCLVED , That the Com7cn Council shall hold a public
hearing in the matter of tho adoption of the aforesaid Ordinance to be
held at the Council Chamhers , City Hall , nurbar 108 Eqn ! Creei Street
in the City of Ithaca , Ney Yock , on Wednesday , April 1 , 19-0 , at 7 : 30 P , M.
a:-�J
BE IT FUR IHY? RnZnVED , Thi� Se City Clerk give notice of such nahlic
heirir; by the q0linatioq of a notice in the official noAvpi7er� spoci -
FOPY 0- tinw ��±n W ! the lla�e whe -0 su�h publia hei7 >A 111 he hel! ,
1q! ir -- -' 7nS le 'Cr -YP ; the PrOP"Pi Cr ! 1717C- . SI :h notice
- 2gE5
all he published once at _ east l_ t _ en 15) Gaff's prior TO the y _ l _ c
yKn . and
BE 1T FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City Clerk shall transvitforihwith
to the TC _ ins county Flannfug BoaT A and to the City of T . }'coca Board
o_ ng -
nai and ev lc nent a True an exact act copy of the ,'
. eW5
J
of the _Oning Grdirance for their ye port thereon .
- - CE -c _
ZONING AN ORDINANCE AYRNPINE THE
CHAPTER 30 ENI! ( ___J : NING OF THE - T1 OF 1THACA MUNICIFAL CODE .
EH IT ORDAINED . H- by the Convon Council o the `i ty of TvhEca ,
New York , as follows :
S CT 1 N 1 . ATE.-. W - 11 : N MA
1 . That the Cf . c_ ai _ nin` `an of the Litt- Of T 0Ca New York_' as
last amended in Na 2977 i s hereby ameneed and changed so that all
�.
-the tracts Of ] d rresently _ ones: B- 1 shall be designated B la .
with he eyceTtlen 61 that tract of , and shown eNaCTIV on an L
CA a _ ;sented here designating an area from the hest side of North
W Cnyaya Str e_ . to tVe west side of 'north Aurora Street and incl& . _
e7 _ ties on The n=h Side Of Fast hUifa'_ o Street as 2 S7e& al _ _
Q tc he known as B- 1 .. .
2 . That the rC iT - cl al loving g Ma p of the City of _ thaca , New York-
last amended n d e d Nay 1 _ o ;-`�' ._ �7 .7 � d that,_ 211
.
1 e� Tl �- c �"'.�'.' ci l i e n e d and i- r-.a C n t
the tracts of land prosehtly Zoned 1- 2 shall Ve Ves ! '712ted i - :a . Wilh
The exception of thVee tracts o- land shcw7 e7az! Q on an c_. .- .n` - 7a7
- C, n t ed herewith es i_t-_n an area t`i at _-- c le_ 0 h sides o
tol . 0 e Al _.. - . near its intersection with PTvler 070 . an area '. r-t
includes both sides of Kddy Street gear its A ersection l•,' ; ' . ,.- t
Boffal o Street , and an area near the City- of Ithaca ' ,__1 cipa1 Parkin
_ a e ___ Fast Seneca Street as special :cpec . _ VE � zDwn as 1 - :1 .
3 . That in accordance herewith the Cite Clerk is hereby ordered to 1
or :apse to be lade the necessary changes on the 7 _ _ -- c . al :17n
--
r _
of The -- o' - Lr cc. Net 'fork . tr
SECTION ^ AYHNUING SECTION 30 . 25 DISTRICT RNSYLATICN5 CRAPT
1 That the District Tegulations Chart that enn: era-es the uses and
requi eme is for the va-rious zones as last ame' ed in 42y 1P77 iF
hereby- amended and changed as follows :
2 . That in accordance herewith the City Clerk is hereby ordered e
or cause to be Pa 3e tie __ece__sary changes in Ve _ = i _ t . : ,
u, 1 t t �. n C -!art .
.,
aca City C' Hy, nr .
Carried x % ? =nCLs1 v
hv _ ,,n Wnolc A by -.1 =gin A o, .-an
_-_ "S _ _ __ Cave ry �s . n Chapter 30 or the City- of
Ica 1 111 _ ed n ' love been introduced before the
Q '.S , IA7,es qs e Vnq 73p , and the use regulations
l - icc . - A the ,'. .> ' T ... ,. rACT - in ibe City of i . hsisa c .- :lla hive W.. _ .
on . .,e Pnvl 2 _ -. _ nt uf the C i ty
x'-`11 _ Ar j - h" Q in a cori'al', _e nilh he _ ovin ' `ns of
1 _ _ .1
r
286 Mauch - , 10 _ '�
Act the City of Ithaca Departmoq- oF Pla7nin; W Developmeat is in -
n ! ructW to prepnzv ap a—cq ,n no of the possihle nen2
fat an inpa- ; stA-v-wn7 if the pna: , ,oj ch-ge - in tW
:WnS la. , :oQing map , an! di , z : Kct re;40: 140ore aduptel by the
Co-pon Council . anj
BL 11 FvpjHLR RFsnfVhD , Than the envirnAnen!ai impact asqessment shall
It cWn� 7 -2 by 00 sta5f of tb� PePW7 : �CAT of plannivg a.L ! Developmeq -
41 !4n it ; 1979 operatin , buljeL .
(._a7-iel yvaqlno 1y
D sizo Rcvie4 Adlitinn to :oniq� La:,.
AN SWI % VnZn , No . 0 - 1_, ADIM A N04 SEC1104 TU ARTICLE III , -SUPPLH-
YK10Y RnKUjAK0NS , - OF CHAPiL� 30 ENTEILK9 -10NKG" Of THE CITY OF
KA " ji P7QCLPAL CQQ_.
37 Alln -nn- Nic"ols : Sevondol h� Alle7�2q Ve7- i _�
BY it OPPIWO AND ENACVR9 Sj the CoTn)n Council of the City of _thati ,
Ne . York , than Secnion 3P . 50 Qe 32vle" Boar!! is hereby alle ! to
Chov, 7 30 entitled "Tinkaj- oF 7h± City of frha : i Municipal Coin .
BE !I RESOLVED , That Ordina7ce No . -9 - - Entitled "Sup4ementary Regula-
rions- (Design Review Boari; he an! is herehv introduced before the
Common Council of the City of Ithaca , New York , and
BE if FURTHER RESOLVED , That the Common Council shall hold a public
hearing in, the matrer of the adoption of the aforesaid ordinance to be -
held at te Council Ch archers . 21zy Hall , nu7her 103 -as : Green 5tree�_
in the City of 1thaca , New York , an Weinesday , April 4 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 P , M, ,
and
BE 1T FWHEk RESOLVED , That the City Clerk give notice of such vublic
hearing by the publication oF a nocize in the official newspaper specl -
5% ing the time when and the Place where such w0lic hearing will he
and in general terms des. ribing the propesei orlipance .
be published once at least fifteen ( 15 ) days prior to the public heart :-
an
BE K FURTHER RISOLVE9 , Thaz 0e 0 :- Clerk shall transmit 5orthhlth
the Tcmukins C=tv Planning 3nard an! to the CizT ai inhaca 3oar! o -
PlanAlnz and Deyeicpmen! a true an& exact copy of the amccAments cf the
:c7ing Ordinarze for thei r report thereon .
Carried Uni7hT us Q/-
The proposed orlinance was laid cn the table .
Wr 2nker S e rvice Fee�;
N __cnrj- ,. s reported that the ccmmittee has worked on this item.
Thez were noci - lel b the chairman of the Hu= Servi_ zes. Cormittee than
the wrecker services had submitted a counter proposal and this would
ha7e 7i be delved .
Pers=vl Manual
reported that the commute _ mez with the city, consultant ,
W . Aboud. She said earlier that day the Civil Service Commissioner
W �nrmed her that the agenda for the State Civil Servi_�e Commission has
the vantew of 101ca Per, Dnnel Direz:cr on it this mon1h . As soon as
than WOOW=ent is male the connittee will ask mea,,-�er to __,
review he manual .
Changes in Housing Code
Alverman that mo changes have �een prancqe! in the
Housing Code - - one by the committee , ai ! another whLch is not yet rea±.-
by the Ithaca Police Department to require deal -Volt locks to be ins all lei_�
on all rental aparomval ; .
Resolution
Bv A L der-.-,�in N _ho iahs : Secoqlel by Kier= Sliner�,-
-"
CAINANZ 1 � . 70 - 2 , AN CK11 N W:F Ch % � � Ed 2 7 tECK Kq CODE', Q�
THL CITY OF 1 FHAGA MU4KIPA! CM
28 7
K 11 C �TAI�hl A\P 7KKTFD by the CC - 7 • n Courc! 2 of the City of 3th ca ,
�ew York , as lollcvn :
SIG ION 1 . Te words and COnt ! YUCUS VMS shall be added in Section : - . 3,1-,
so that the revised paranaph sha11 - rhad2s follows :
36 7pc 7217e Z
Resj6wzial ;=fses and cono! Euous lots stall be maintained in con-
for0ty with the provisions of this ChaTler so as to assure the desiralle
residebtlal character of the property.
SECT: ON 2 , 7hjs Lvahce s'-all take effect i7T , & aze:v n7d in auccyE, -!ce
w! A 1 aw n yn nub_ j a at i oD of a notice as y yov! 06 in Se . ton 3 . I I (El o'
the 1thsca City clarzer .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
yye s Bov lhi Dyd , Bcrjuni , hororkay , Do=is Cut __`e nor .
Hnl7nn , Nichols , Saccocci , Ratt •ry
ay s 70� 0 T
W
LU -/V /)/IV/9 /I On; 7-
.nneP Wort t a Q a7! c r bb :7-r2 111 q alTd -Tch-Ac 2--e-s-1 - - TE07reE 1 - ionic
WAY 4i0-
-:l .e. Nichols : Seconded by 1Vor7an Holman
11 ORDAINEP AND HAACTEP hy the UK= Council of the City of : VKzn ,
%cw _ or}: , as =ollows :
SHCTICN 1 . T� hl Qe follcwlng A] Won and insertions P42: 1 A nvlc
' hLy7cT n Suzojon 42 , -Tarkin; Trohilized in Tesig7a; & tocail :n�-
Dw: ezt : last Creen S: rec : , sonih side , 5rcm Vega =ee- tC F7S ! c
517eet and an 1he north side Trom Cayuga Styeet to S127�_
F77ean
insert : Hast T. _ en Street , both sides , fror Ticya Street to S7En
Preet .
lyserl East j: `en Street , south side , fro7 a point 1 - E loci cns,
jsynga Street , to Tdopa Street .
SECTION 2 . Thai he following deletions an! insertions shall be made
in Section Vin . SIA , -Parling Meters , Zones" :
Delete : East Croon Street , both sides , 300 block .
insert : ! as! Zeen Stroet , north side , fro7 :vyuy2 Preet to io; 2
Rreet .
11se1z : 7ayt 7yven s7leet , �Outh side , from TVYI; 2 sv �ocv VC 2
yoln 175 feet east .
SIOTC : 1 7voor PTeet , rcrth siae , Ti• r -ayvZn Siren to ? 7anv
polcle : k� nt crunn Rion , south side , From Qyuga RICCI 10
sl Wt .
" — on S7 -cet , both A05 , ff= 7nyugn St7net to ! U .nN
sz; 3 , is crZr ,-ze �!All take &Tect fy -edihielv and in dcc .Hnice
with Kn ., 07 � flv of a holice as .: royi2ed in RAW 3 . 11 (B) of
t ! e 113 a. , .
Carried pnay : : C nlv
Tutter T: , - AP11 - ts A PQ110crs , ! PC
�e !&11 :vjno jejQr jived Vj,A 7syn! a j .
288
March 7 -
, 1 " c-
"March
Hop . Fthcl Q . N11ilK , Chqjr �"-�
C� I rn a r A Oro i �A7 cc co n it te�'
City of Ithaca
!us East Grzen Strea-
QhacA , Ne • York 140 ,
In accor2anzo ni ;h last year ' s resolution , 1 wish to advise you that
our currepi chafgfq are 06 . -5 pez page for Inn copies of the annuil
snpple7e- l .
Unle You to thn conlrar� , wE will 5071e7gln you- Code
innvjlavel � a5�wr the firnz 7e. tjn� in April , - -
" ith kin ! pensi - 0 re,irds .
c r v i
Pub awns , vc .
Harold K Van Opdorp
P.-es ident
H041
Ra � 11�r LOT,,
Av Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RISCIVED , That the letter received from Harold Van Wory be reEerrea,
the Bud;e; an! GD7PL : :e2 .
Carrie! UnaRimnusiv
BKIK�is :
5 4.
hy A! Terna7 Boronka-.-
TK"' '� f sug s ! lng Of usin ; s9ace =2� r 77ee2 5treen park-12.-
ranP low Parkin; "e re �vcyed to the Planning an ! Teveloppen; Ccnp1 ;zae
and YrSan R.. ._e Agenzy for re , ie4 .
Carrie! Unanimousiv
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"Comm. Allan , Chm, of the Water and Sanitary SeNers Committee of the
Boar! of F04c Norks , reported than a joint meeting of the Water Committ3e
an ! the Finance C mmit-ee decided to take no Further action at this time
On the Superinuendent ' , reque , v for a 20 ? ina-ease in the Na7er ranns .
C0MV1 : :3e W7' 0 7S expressei the opinion that the Water Division should be
decreasing its budget at this time to reflect the smaller xaver sales .
ComQ-ttee me7�ers also expressed the opinion that the division shcu, -1
bill the Ceneral Fund for services provided to the zitY which were 1A
directly conneated with the produEt _on and distritut ; on ci wa,e, , ccm-
miztee me�Vers 5elt that these extra services shcull be 7qJ2 5rox ne7a'-
tax reven� w
es ra0er than from ate g4
r razes . ''
NES BUSINESS :
Slavery : Seconded by Alderman Bo7jonj
ROMEO , That the matter of enanhq4 le; Fs1az !Cn forbilli ,; snuAp, in
public Ylaces be referred to the Char7er an! Orlinance &7- i '-ee .
Carried Una7 : O)dsiv
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COMMON COUNCIL. PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. March 28 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman ,
Meyer, Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Attorney - Shapiro
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Director , Planning & Development Van Cort
Fire Chief - IV'eaver
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearing - Route 96
Amendment to Original Resolution
Alderman Slattery requested permission to add the following to the Origina :
Resolution :
"AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Common Council expressly and
specifically reserves to the City of Ithaca the right provided by Net%r or":
State Highway Law Sec. 349 c2 . 5 to approve , disapprove or recommend modit -
cations in the designs prepared in this phase when they shall be presentee
to the community at an advertised Design Public Hearing. "
No Council member objected.
Substitute Resolution
Alderman Nichols presented the following substitute resolution :
"WHEREAS , the costs to the Ithaca community of the Route 96 relocation
project , as presently defined by the New York State Department of Trans-
portation, are greater than the potential benefits , and
WHEREAS, the five Route 96 designs recommended by the Design Committee
all fail to deal directly with the local transportation needs of the City
of Ithaca,
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca does hereby inform the New York State Department of Transportation
that the City does not wish to accept a Route 96 relocation project that
has enhancing inter-regional traffic as a primary goal , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the Common Council directs the City Depart-
ment of Planning and Development , in cooperation with the Planning and
Development Committee of the Common Council , to prepare a comprehensive pl '
to meet the transportation needs of the West End with projects adequate to
afford relief from the continuing danger and annoyance caused by the
inadequacy of the single bridge crossing o—er the flood control channel , an.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That said comprehensive plan will. be forwarded to
the New York State Department of Transportation by July 1 , 1979 , and that
all available state and federal sources for funding the plan shall be
explored.
Alderman Nichols also suggested a point of procedure which she thought
would be very helpful- -that each person who spoke should state whether or
not he or she owns additional property aside from the home which is their
principal residence , if that property is within 15 miles of the City of
Ithaca.
The following persons appeared before the Council and spoke in favor of
the Rt. 96 design alternatives :
William Sullivan , 417 N. Aurora Street , City
Edward Hart , M.D. , 1301 Trumansburg Rd.
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Reuben I . Weiner, M.D. , 1021 Hector St . , City
John W. Ii-i rc} fel d 3 ICI. D. , 177 BI'l-n dv Road
Thomas Holtham, 412 Hook Place , City
Fred Weinstein , Attorney, 402 Richard Place
William J. Shippos , 476 Brown Road, W. Danby, N.Y.
Paul E. Nedrow, 718 Cliff Street , City
H. Stilwell Brown , 945 Cliff Street , City
Ed Scholl , Pres . , Tompkins Co. Chamber of Commerce
Larry Fabbroni , 127 Warren Road, Lansing
Ralph W. Jordan, 129 Lake Road, Dryden, Exec. Dir. Tomp. Co. Chamber ,
of Commerce
Jack Clynes , Tomp. Co. Board of Representatives , Dist. I ,
res . 306 Elm St. , City
The following persons appeared before the Council and spoke against the
Rt . 96 design alternatives :
David J. Curtin , Sirrine Road, Trumansburg, N.Y.
Carol Chock, 2613 Danby Road
Richard Berg , 601 E. State Street , City
Daniel Hoffman, West Danby
William Burbank, 222 Utica Street , City; Chairman , Ithaca Environ-
mental Commission
William Dillon , Old Port Harbor
Nancy Brown , 324 Richard Place , City
Wendy Wallitt , 1536 Slaterville Road, City
Steve Bieler , Townline Road, near Mecklenburg
Mark Carver , Iox 21 , Trumansburg , N.Y.
Ken Burdick, Box 55 , 34 Washington St . , Trumansburg, N.Y.
Richard Lourie , 137 Fayette Street , City
Steve Tetley, 404 Eddy Street , City
George Sheldon, 1511 Ridge Road, Lansing
Carl J. Lagoze , 107 E. Spencer Street , City
Daniel Cook , R.D. #1 , Box 124 , Alpine , N.Y. (near Mecklenburg) ,
William Steele , 213 Pleasant Street , City
Bert Fortner, 10 Old School Road, Lansing
Dorothy Sellers , R. D. # 3 , Trumansburg, N.Y.
Paula DeLucia Curtin, R.D. #2 , Trumansburg, N.Y.
Don Enichen, 1193 East Shore Drive , City
Andrew Yale , 1099 Taugharnock Blvd.
Common Council recessed at 9 : 40 p .m.
Common Council reconvened in regular session at 9 : 50 p .m.
Resolution
B}, Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, events and developments of the last thirty years have resulted
in significant reductions in the ability of the circulation network in
the ,Test end of the City of Ithaca to handle the demands put on it with
the desired safety , efficiency and convenience , and
WHEREAS, the State of New York and City of Ithaca have , for thirty years ,
sought an acceptable plan for the improvement of Route 96 , which plays a
major part in the area ' s problems , and
WHEREAS , recent efforts have resulted in the development of five alterna-
tive Rt. 96 improvement schemes , for which the State Department of Trans-""'w
portation is willing to prepare detailed designs and present them at a
public hearing for city acceptance or rejection , and
WHEREAS , the city ' s Route 96 Design Subcommittee has evaluated all schemes
suggested as solutions to the traffic and circulation problems related to
Rt . 96 , determined that the five alternatives ivh.ich NYS DOT is willing to
design in detail axe adequate and feasible solutions , and recommends that
all five be brought back to the community for -final choice when the
ind-ividual impacts of each can be better assessed from all standpoints , be
it
RESOLVED, That this Council transmit to the New York State Department of
Transpox•tation the ;notion adopted by the Rotite 96 Design Subcommittee at
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its meeting February 21 , 1979 , which recommends that NYSDoT begin final
design development of the following alternatives for improvement of NO'S
Rt . 96 :
the "City Scheme"
the "County Scheme"
"NYSDoT' s Green-Seneca 3 Scheme"
"NYSDoT' s U- 7 Modified 2 Scheme" and
"NYSDoT' s U- 7 Modified 3 Scheme" ,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That NYSDoT be requested to work closely with the
City during the development of these detailed designs in order to insure
that the concerns of the community with regard to environmental impacts
are fully taken into account , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this Common Council expressly and specifically
reserves to the City of Ithaca the right as provided by New York State
Highway Law, 5349-c2 . S , to approve , disapprove or recommend modifications
T„I in the designs prepared in this phase when they shall be presented to the
community at an advertised Design Public Hearing. This is conditional
(v upon reservation of these rights .
Alderman Saccucci addressed the Council .
Alderman Nichols presented an alternate resolution , since the resolution
Q on the floor was not prepared, nor approved, by the Planning and Develop-
ment Committee of Common Council of which she is a member , and since at
least three members of the committee have disassociated themselves from
the resolution on the floor.
Alternate Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , the costs to the Ithaca community of the Route 96 relocation
project , as presently defined by the New York State Department of Trans -
portation, are greater than the potential benefits , and
WHEREAS, the- five Route 96 designs recommended by the Design Committee
all fail to deal directly with the local transportation needs of the City
of Ithaca,
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca does hereby inform the New York State Department of Transportation
that the City does not wish to accept a Route 96 relocation project that
has enhancing inter-regional traffic as a primary goal , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Common Council directs the City Depart-
ment of Planning and Development , in cooperation with the Planning and
Development Committee of the Common Council , to prepare a comprehensive
plan to meet the transportation needs of the West End with projects
adequate to afford relief from the continuing danger and annoyance caused
by the inadequacy of the single bridge crossing over the flood control
channel , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That said comprehensive plan will be forwarded to
the New York State Department of Transportation. by July 1 , 1979 , and that
all available state and federal sources for funding the plan shall be
explored.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the alternate resolution was duly put to
a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Gutenberger Aye Meyer Aye
Holman Aye Slattery Nay
Dennis Aye Nichols Aye
Saccucc Nay Bor Boni �4
. ay
Boothroyd Nay Boronkay Nay
(S) Ayes ; (S) Nays
Mayor Conley broke the resultant tie by voting Nay.
Defeated
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Discussion of the original resolution resulted.
The question of the adoption of the original resolution was duly put to
a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Boronkay Aye Boothroyd Aye
Bordoni Aye Saccucci Aye
Nichols Nay Dennis Nay
Slattery Aye Holman Nay
Meyer Nay Gutenberger Nay
(5) Ayes ; (5) Nays
Mayor Conley broke the resultant tie by voting Aye.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 57 p.m.
JOP
�o! h A. Rund e , City Clerk Edward J. Conley, May
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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. April 4 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (8) - Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman , Nichols ,
Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT :
Aldermen (2) - Boothroyd, Meyer
OTHERS PRESENT :
Director , Planning & Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Chief of Police - Herson
Fire Chief - Weaver
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES :
(v By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman 'Meyer
W RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 7 , 1979 meeting be approved as
recorded by the City Clerk.
Q Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Bearing- -Ordinances Amending the Zoning Map and District Regula-
tions Chart , and An Ordinance Adding a New Section to Article III "Supple-
mentary Regulations" of Chanter 30 , A ing Section 30 . 59 "Design Review
Board"
Resolution To Open Public Hearing
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by .Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, the Public Hearing to consider ordinances amending the zoning
map and district regulations chart , and an ordinance adding a new section
to Article III "Supplementary Regulations of Chapter 30 , Adding Section
30 . 59 "Design Review Board" be opened.
Carried Unanimously
The following persons addressed the Hearing , speaking in support of the
proposed amendments to the ordinance :
James Kerrigan , Attorney , and prospective develon_ er of former YMCA site
Edward Clement , 410 College Avenue
Philip Lempert , M. D. , 310 N. Aurora Street
Resolution To Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, the Public Hearing to consider ordinances amending the zoning
map and district regulations chart , and an ordinance adding a new section
to Article III "Supplementary Regulations" of Chapter 30 , adding Section
30 . 59 "Design Review Board" be closed.
Carried Unanimously
Discussion followed on the floor.
Environmental _assessment
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED , That the question of determination of the necessity for a draft
environmental impact statement he referred to the Charter and Ordinance
Committee of Council and the Fn�,ironmental Commission for review and recom-
mendation .
Carried Unanimously
-ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
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Planning and Dei-elon��ent Committee
Alderman Dennis requested the addition of two items to the n,enda :
Item D. Resolution concerning equipment in the Health Facility
Item E . Resolution concernin<, Cherry Street Indii,, t vial Part: drawintls
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Alderman Dennis indicated that Item C would be deleted from the agenda .
No alderman objected to the additions .
COMMUNICATIONS :
Disapproval Message of Ordinance No 79- 2
City Clerk Rundle read the following Disapproval Message of ORDINANCE
No. 79- 2 by Mayor Conley:
An Ordinance Amending Chapter 27 (Housing Code) of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code
Legislative Action of Common Council
"On hednesday, March 6 , 1979 , the Common Council of City of Ithaca , duly
adopted an Ordinance amending Chapter 27 entitled "Housing Code ,"
specifically Section 27. 36 thereof entitled "General Requirements . " A
copy of said Ordinance amending Chapter 27 is attached hereto.
Mayor' s Action
As Mayor of the City of Ithaca, pursuant to Section 2 . 7 of the City of
Ithaca Charter, I hereby disapprove said Ordinance .
Reasons
The amendment to the Ordinance is , I believe , improper for numerous reasons :
First of all , to be enforceable , other changes in Chapter 27 (e . g. Section
27 . 2 "Scope") would be required. Secondly , some of the issues concerning
vacant lots which arose during the past year or two would not be adequately
dealt with by the change . Specifically , no enforceable standards with
regard to such lots .are , in my opinion , currently embodied in the Ordinances
of the City of Ithaca. Also , I believe the general intent of Common Council
and certainly my inclination , is to have different standards for natural
and residential lots . Finally , enforcement of such an Ordinance as Chapter
27 with regard to contiguous vacant lots would be impractical at this time .
Recommendation
It is my recommendation that Common Council continue to study this matte
together with the Building Commissioner, the Superintendent of Public 3
Works , the City Attorney , the Environmental Commission , and propose a
comprehensive plan of action at a later time .
ORDINANCE DISAPPROVED
Dated: March 9 , 1979
Edward J. Conley , Mayor"
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Al erman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That Mayor Conley' s Veto Message and other comments be referred
to the Charter and Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Brush on Vacant Lot
Mrs . Pauline Darrett , 226 Fall View Terrace , addressed the Council con-
cerning brush (Sumac) on a vacant lot adjacent to her property , and the
fact that nothing had been done to correct the situation. She was in-
formed that the matter has been referred to the Charter and Ordinance
Committee for study of a solution.
CO`I�IUN I CATIONS FROM THE MAYOR :
1- 9_Budoet Recommendations
'`a�'or Conley presented recommendations to the Council of hog: he feels the
19-9 City Budget can be balanced (copy attached to 'Iinute Book) . lie also
called attention to the 1978 .Annual Report of the City which was distribu-
ted to the Council . He said his recommendations concerning the budget
�� ill he fori,arded to the Budget and .Administration Committee for review :
he further asked _Alderman Gutenberoer to call the Capital Revie�; Committee
together to consider recoi:unendations on the capital projects so that
recommendations can be brought back to the Council .
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Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED , the Council acknowledge receipt of the 1978 Annual Report of
the City of Ithaca.
Carried Unanimously
Common Council recessed at 9 : 05 p .m.
Common Council reconvened in regular session at 9 : 23 p .m.
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Design Review Board
By .Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED , That consideration of adoption of an ordinance creating a
Design Review Board be tabled until such time as there is need for it ,
Carried Unanimously
Removal of Abandoned or Illegally-parked Vehicles- -Revised ordinance
approved by Human Servoces and Charter and Ordinance Committee
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
ORDINANCE NO. 79-4 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 60 ENTITLED "TRAFFIC
AND VEHICLES" OF THE CITY OF ITH_ACA MUNICIPAL CODE .
[.1J BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca ,
New York , as follows :
Q Section 1 . That Chapter 60 Entitled "Traffic and Vehicles" of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code is amended as follows :
1 . That Section 60 . 61 "Removal of abandoned or illegally parked vehicles"
is hereby amended to read as follows :
60 . 61 Removal of abandoned or illegally parked vehicles
A. Authority to -impound vehicles ,
1 . When any vehicle is parked or abandoned on any highway or
public parking lot within the City during a snowstorm, flood ,
fire or other public emergency which affects that portion of
the public highway or public parking lot upon which said
vehicle is parked or abandoned , said vehicle may be removed
by the Superintendent of Public Works or by order of the
Ithaca Police Department .
2 . When any vehicle is found unattended on any highway or public
narking lot within the City where said vehicle constitutes an
obstruction to traffic , said vehicle may be removed by the
Superintendent of Public '.orks or by order of the Ithaca T'olice
Department .
3. When any vehicle is parked or abandoned on any highway or
public parking lot within the City in violation of any stop-
ping , parking , or standing regulation , said vehicle may be
removed by the Superintendent of Public Works or by order of
the Ithaca Police Department .
B. Storage and charges .
:after removal of any vehicle as provided in this Article , the
Ithaca Police Department may cause such vehicle_ to be storeT in
a suitable place at the expense owe ol,ner Mich over,-c-,)r
persons in charge of the vehicle , nay redeem the vehicle upon pay-
rient to the Police Department or the responsible Wrecker Seri-ice
facility the amount of all expenses actually anc�necessaril� n-
curred in effecting such removal , Removal charges , as estahlish_ed
by the_ Common Counci 1 , steal l not exceed thirty dolla 0 , i?l�
end storage char s -}Ball not exceed fire dollars (S5 . 00) por day
or fraction thereof.
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C. Notice of removal .
The removal and the disposition of any vehicle removed as pro-
vided in this Article shall be reported without delay to the
Ithaca Police Department , and it shall be the duty of the Ithaca
Police Department to ascertain to the extent possible the owner
of the vehicle or person having same in charge and notify him
or her of the removal and disposition of such vehicle and of the
amount which will be required to redeem same .
Authority : V & T L # 1640 (a) [14]
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in #311 . (B)
of the Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
No Smoking Rule During All Official Common Council Meetings
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
Addition to Ithaca Common Council Rules of Order
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca ,
New York that the following rule is added to the Rules of Order of the
Common Council :
There shall be no smoking inside the Common Council Chambers during any
regularly scheduled meeting of the Common Council . Other groups using
the Council Chambers may permit smoking at their own discretion , except
that upon motion of any person present , the presiding officer of any
meeting being held in said Council Chambers shall prohibit smoking while
any such meeting remains in session.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the resolution was duly put to a vote on
roll call , which resulted as follows :
Bordoni Nay Meyer Absent
Slattery Nay Nichols Aye
Saccucci Nay Holman Aye
Boothroyd Absent Dennis Nay
Boronkay Nay Gutenberger Nay
Nays (6) , Ayes (2) , Absent (2)
Motion Defeated
Extension of DeWitt Park Historic District- -Report of Planning Board
action on 'March 27 , 1979 --
"alderman Nichols reported that the Planning Board has been 1.orking on
this item, the committee planned to meet the following day and set up a
meeting which will include another public hearing on the proposed
extension of the district . The item will be continued on the agenda
until the Planning Board is heard from.
Outdoor Dining and Push Carts on the Ithaca Commons - - Report of Commons
AcTv sore Board on 'March 30 , 1979 --- -
For information of the Council , alderman Nichols reported that the ... v
Co-,Mons Advisory Board has been stud�-ina the matter of push carts on
the Co:-imons and are sending a letter to the present o,.ners and tenants
on the Commons and in the Benefit District offering them, the first
opportunity- to have push carts on the Col,,�ons . Alderman Nichols su_c_ ested ,
if council members have input on the subject , theN- should contact the
Comi-ons Advisory Board.
of :anti - ;am1�1 in�� La1;s in the jty
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Alderman Nichols reported haVina had a call Trom a person at Cornell
11ni1crsity asking, about the },o: sihilitV of the city" wishing to implement
state 111102 Which 1%'ere }passed In 19 -0 nllol, ink' nets munlclpalltles to
k, nn�}tic t a l,ul,lic referendIIIn on t 111 '^ IttCI- .
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Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the item of enforcement of anti-gambling laws in the
city and the suggestion of the possibility of a public referendum be
referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Administrative Code
Alderman Nichols reported that the state had sent back a report on the
proposed personnel director position to the local civil service commission ,
and the committee is working on incorporating it in the Code'.
Control of Needs and Brush on Vacant Lots
Alderman Nichols reviewed the current rules governing control of weeds
and brush on vacant lots .
Reauest from IURA/CDA That the City of Ithaca_ Adopt a Fair Housing
Ordinance
Alderman Nichols reported that the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency/Community
Development Agency had requested that a Fair Housing Ordinance be adopted
in order to comply with Community Development Performance requirements .
(V Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
Q By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the request for adoption of a Fair Housing Ordinance be
referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Voting by Proxy
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That consideration of an amendment to the Charter in respect to
permitting voting by proxy of aldermen that are hospitalized or incapaci -
tated, that are unable to attend Council meetings , be referred to Charter
and Ordinance Committee .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (4) - Bordoni , Saccucci , Slattery , Foronkay
Nays (4) - Nichols , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman
Mayor Conley voted Nay , thus breaking the tie .
Motion Defeated
HUMAN SERVICES CMMITTEE :
Wrecker Services
Alderman Bordoni reported that he plans to meet in the future with Chief
Herson concerning wrecker services . He also asked the members of his
committee to meet with him briefly following the Council meeting .
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
,adoption of the Overall Economic Develo ment Program
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded bh Alderman Nichols
WiiFREAS , the City of Ithaca , N. Y. has been notified by the Economic
Development Administration that it is eligible to be designated a Re-
development Area ; and
1tHEREAS , submission and approval of an Overall Economic Development
Program is a prerequisite to designation as a Redevelopment Area ; and
"':HEREAS , the Overall Economic Development Program Committee has completed
and adopted an Overall Economic De�-elopment Program for the City of
Ithaca , N. Y. ;
NM% , THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED :
Section 1 : That the 0x-erall Economic De�-elopment Program for the City- of
Ithaca , N . Y. is hereby- approi-ed and adopted b,,' the Coriiiion
Council of the Citv of Ithaca , N . Y .
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Section 2 : That the Common Council directs the Department of Planning and
Development to submit the Overall Economic Development Program
to the Economic Development Administration of the United States
Department of Commerce.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger , Nichols , Saccucci ,
Slattery
Nay (1) - Holman
Absent (2) - Boothroyd, Meyer
Carried
GIAC- -Recommendation from IURA on Purchase
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED, That the recommendation from IURA concerning the possible
purchase of the GIAC building be referred to the Planning and Development
Committee of Council for further action.
Carried Unanimously
Health Facility Movable Equipment
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That this Common Council does hereby transfer and assign to the
Tompkins County Hospital any and all of the City' s rights to the movable
equipment located in the City ' s Primary Health Care Facility , which was
either purchased with Appalachia Regional Commission or placed in said
facility by said Tompkins County Hospital .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Cherry Street Industrial Park - Alternative A
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS , the City' s consultant engineering firm has prepared three 4-,o
alternative site designs for the- proposed Cherry Street Industrial Park ,
and
WHEREAS , Common Council ' s Planning and Development Committee has voted
to approve in concept Alternative A upon the recommendation of the
Department of Planning and Development ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council approve in concept
Alternative A, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That Common Council refer Alternative A to the
Planning and Development Board with power to act on specifics .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ENVIRONMENTAL COM'I I SS I ON :
Alderman Holman previously called attention to Council , during the
Public Hearing , the folloi;ing resolution regarding the _oning Revision
which was passed unanimously by the Commission :
"RESOLVED, That the Environmental Commission requests an opportunity to
review the Determination of Environmental Significance which the Common ,,
Council has directed the }Tannin, and Develop--ent Department to prepare
regarding the proposed revision of business par};ing --oning requirements . "
Alderman Holman reported that the n� iron�,;ental Colr:mission will meet at
1 : 00 p . m. on Friday , April 6 , 1979 to revie� the Determination of Environ-
i�ental Significance i�hich the Corlr:on Council has directed the Planning
ar�d Developr,,ent Department to prccp,ire regarding the proposed revision of
business parl.ing zoning requircr:ents .
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BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Request for Additional Funds--Tor Renovation of # 7 Fire Station
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , this Common Council established a capital project for renovation
of # 7 fire station and appropriated $9 , 800 in the 1979 Budget , and
WHEREAS , the Fire Commissioners have received bids to accomplish this
renovation as follows :
1 Giordano Construction and Supply Corp . - $11 , 800 . 00
Ken Poyer Construction Co . , Inc. - 13 , 442 . 16
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council authorizes an
additional $2 ,000 in the 1979 Budget for the renovation of # 7 fire
station.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Additional Funds for South Hill Park
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Al erd man Holman
WHEREAS , there is a balance in the South Hill Park capital project of
$1 , 300 , and
WHEREAS , an estimate for improving the South Hill Park area has been
made in the amount of $6 , 500 , and
iVHEREAS , it is necessary to add an additional $5 , 200 to this account ;
Q NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That $5 , 200 be transferred from Reserve
No. 11 , Parks F Parks Acquisition, to the South Hill Park capital project .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Change in 1979 Equipment List for the Youth Bureau
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , this Common Council , at its March 7 , 1979 meeting , authorized
the Youth Bureau to purchase equipment for the Southside Community
Center, and
WHEREAS, there is a need for additional equipment at the Southside
Community Center;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , That the Youth Bureau' s 1979 Equipment
List be amended to include the following :
1 Portable Cassette Player 2 KHG Head Guards
1 Curved Striking Pad (Vinyl) 2 Adjustable Medicine Balls
2 Leather Curved Striking Pads 1 Power Twister
2 Striking Balls 2 Standard Super Stretches
2 Pairs Thumb/Knuckle Gloves 1 Doz . Constant Arc Skip Roper
2 Portable Makiwara 1 Single Belt Massager
2 Body Maxi Gard 1 Weight Bench
1 Spear Hand Thrust Ball 1 Barbell/Pumbell Set
2 Deluxe Cup Supporters 2 Vita 'Faster Exercise Bikes
2 Pairs K. P. 11 Gloves 3 Seising Machines
2 Filled Bags 3 Se>cing 'iachine Cases
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ares (6) - Bordoni , Nichols , Dennis , Holy-an , Boronkav , 1,aCCI1CC1
Nays (2) - Gutenberger , Slattery
Absent (2) - Boothro' yd , 'Ieyer
Carried
Authori -ation of a Public Hearing for Kevenue Sharin(l
B)= .�lderi7an l;uten` �'3
r : Seconde-d 1w A1Jerman �l ,itte-r
RFSOL1i=D , That the City Clerk be authorized and directed to adx-ertise for
a public hearing, or, the use of Pevenile Sharin�o Funds as they rel ate to the
total bud<"t , t0 1'e };t'Id bV' the Follllllon C ounci l on �i:3V 0 , -I ��(I p . IT!
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Designation of Dog Enumerator
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca , New York ,
hereby elects to cause the Dog Census for the year 1980 to be made by
Enumerators instead of by its Police Department during the months of
October and November 1979 (for 1980) and that the City Clerk be directed
to file a Certified Copy of the resolution with the New York State
Department of Agriculture and Markets , Albany , New York , on or before
June 1 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
1979 and 1980 Salary and Fringe Benefits for Those Persons Not Covered
by Contract
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That all City employees who are not covered by formal Union
contracts be granted a 7% cost of living increase for the year 1979 ,
and a 7% cost of living increase for the year 1980 , said increase to be
effective January 1 , 1979 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City of Ithaca administrative secretaries ,
golf course manager, Civil Service secretary and any individual whose
position is designated as confidential , shall be treated as if they were
members of the C. S. E.A. - Administrative Bargaining Unit with respect to
paid and unpaid leaves and other fringe benefits unless otherwise
specified by resolution of Common Council , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That individuals with job titles Police Chief,
Fire Chief, Superintendent of Public Works , City Controller , Building
Commissioner, Youth Bureau Director and Planning Director , and any
position designated as management , be treated as if they were members
of the Executive Bargaining Unit with respect to paid and unpaid leaves
and other fringe benefits , unless otherwise specified by resolution of
Common Council , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the salary of Vincent P. Hannan , Assistant
Superintendent of Public Works , be increased by 3% effective January
1979 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the salary of Philip Cox , City Engineer ,
be increased from Grade 6 , Step VI , to Grade 6 , Step VII , in the
Executives Compensation Plan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City Attorney , City Prosecutor , and
Acting City Judge be excluded from the above .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Personnel Appointment- -Finance Department
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
1sEHREAS , Jean Hankinson has successfully taken the test for Senior
Stenographer and is in the top three on the eligibility list , and
tit{I:REAS , Jean Hankinson has been working as a provisional Senior
Stenographer for the Finance Department for the past ten (10) months ,
and
ItiH{=.RE.AS , the City- Controller wishes to appoint Jean Hankinson to a
per;r:anent appointment , subject to probation , as Senior Steno�ra.nher
in the Finance Depart; nt ;
NMI , I1{I RI.I=��RE , BE IT RFSOL\-ED , That Jean Hankinson be appointed to
the position of Senior Stenographer in the Finance Department at an
,j;,nual Bahr-,, of S7375 . 00 , for a probationary period as provided by
Cii-il SerN-ice rc,--,ilations effective 'larch 26 , 1079 .
Carried Unanimously
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Personnel Appointment- -Planning Department
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, Joyce Volpicelli has successfully taken the test for Senior
Stenographer and is in the top three on the eligibility list , and
WHEREAS , Joyce Volpicelli has been working as a provisional Senior
Stenographer, Part-time , for the Planning Department for the past seven
(7) months , and
WHEREAS , the Director of Planning and Development lushes to appoint
Joyce Volpicelli to a permanent appointment , subject to probation , as
Senior Stenographer , Part -time , in the Planning Department ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That Joyce Volpicelli be appointed to
the position of Senior Stenographer , Part-time , in the Planning Depart-
ment at an hourly rate of $4 . 05 , for a probationary period as provided
by Civil Service regulations effective March 26 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
,A ppointment of Maintenance clan In-grade- -GIAC
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That David Parlin be appointed ?Maintenance Man at the Greater
(v Ithaca Activities Center at $ 3. 67 per hour, effective March 26 , 1979 ..
Lli Carried Unanimously
Authorization to Pay 1979 Dues to the Tompkins County TV Cable Commission
Q By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Al erman Holman
RESOLVED, That this Common Council approves the City' s membership in the
Tompkins County Television Cable Commission and hereby appropriates $50 , 00
for dues in the 1979 Final Budget for said membership ,
Resolution
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the item concerning the City' s membership in the Tompkins
County Television Cable Commission be referred to the City Cable
Television Commission.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Ayes (6) - Slattery , Bordoni , Saccucci , Nichols , Boronkay , Dennis
Nays (2) - Holman, Gutenberger
.Absent (2) - Boothroyd , 'Meyers
Carried
Reduction of Downtown Street Im rovements Capital Project
By Alderman Guten erger : econ e y Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That the capital project known as "Downtown Street Improve-
ments" be reduced by $125 , 000 .
Carried Unanimously
.Authorization to Pay Municipal Code Su�lement Charges
By .Alderman Gutenberger : econc—T-by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the City Controller is hereby authorized and directed to
pay Municipal Consultants & Publishers , Inc . the current charges of
S16 . ;7S per page for 100 copies of the annual supplement to the Codes and
Ordinances .
Carried Unanimously
Hiring of New Employees
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Alder-ma- n uten1)erger ieported that he had not received the lists of new
er.,ployees requested for review by his committee ,
Title Change for Emplovee (Mouth Bureau)
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By .1lderman Gutenbergez Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RI:SOLXED , That .7udi th ''c c�nne l l ' s cl ass i fi cati on he cl :,n;ed from recrea-
tion Specialist to Yout}; ,':orker II , as al-proved bN' the Civil Service
Commission .
Carried Unanimously
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Increase of Hours for Worker in the Youth Bureau
By Alderman Gut.enberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That Terry Smith , Recreation Attendant in the Youth Bureau' s At
Probation Employment Program, be hired for 27 hours per week , effective I
immediately.
Carried Unanimously A
Nation' s Cities Weekly Subscription
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this Common Council direct the City Clerk to cancel the
subscription to Nation' s Cities Weekly.
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $10 ,945 . 70 , as listed on
Abstract #6-1979 , be approved for payment .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
S anier Report
Alderman Holman asked if the Spanier Report will be available to the
Council before the final budget deadline . Mayor Conley doubted it would
as it has not been received by Supt . Dingman as yet , and he and the Board
of Public Works will receive and review it before forwarding it to the
Council .
Developer for Center Ithaca
By Alderman Holman : Secon ed by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the concern for a developer for Center Ithaca be referred
to the Planning and Development Committee for report at the next meetin
of the Council .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 37 p .m.
se h A. Rundle , City Cler Edward J . CcFnleY , Ma • r
BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS OF MAYOR CONLEY
Tonight I shall present my recommendations for balancing the city's 1979
budget. The task is coming upon you of passing a final budget by May 1, or the
first Council meeting in May. I think you are all aware that we are in the
neighborhood of $644,000 short of balancing our city budget. We made some
calculations in an effort to balance the tentative budget, and commented at the
time that we would have better information prior to the final budget. We had
predicted a surplus, and one of the disturbing things is that there is a
$178,000 shortage in that projection. Other things happened--we spent, or
appropriated some additional money; anyway, we ended up having a substantial amount
of money to find ($756,845) . With that in mind, Mr. and I started going
through the budget.
The Council recently voted to reduce the Elmira Road capital project, to
remove remaining funds out of that project, and also from the first phase of
peripheral streets--the Cayuga Street side of the peripheral streets project,
and return those funds to the General Fund, as well as the UMTA Mass Transit
reimbursement which we have been anticipating for a lengthy period of time. We
received the payment, but reduced again. It was actually $121,000 of new-found
money. Also, now that we have a contract for the health facility, we added in
the projected rental we expect to receive from that facility. We also recognized
that the Community Development program will be reimbursing the city for one code
enforcement officer. We will be closing out capital project Parking Lot E, which
is next to the Strand Theatre. Mr. Dingman assured me that having it in as a
capital project for $5,000 wouldn't do him any good. He said he will be doing
some surface-type improvements this year with maintenance money, but we're post-
poning it as a capital project, thereby returning the $5,000. I recommend that
we take the above items as income items. Also, the last item from the list on
page 2--an increase in rental from Social Services for the fourth floor of this
building and space in the next building amounts to $4,555.
Now, going through this budget, you will see that some of the items are one-
shot deals. It's not new-found money or any way to save money. Some of these
recommendations are very difficult for me to make to you; however, I feel that I
must. We must present a balanced budget. You've known all along that it would be
difficult.
The BOR/ARC Cass Park--that was a federal grant the city had some years ago.
After the State Audit, the Federal Audit was done and they found that we owed
$55,000 back to them (we received $55,000 excess) . We budgeted for that. There
will have to be a State Audit following my negotiations with the State of New York
and ARC. I know we will not have to return the money in 1979; we will probably
have to pay it back in 1980, so I'm cutting it out of the 1979 budget. We'll
be putting it in the 1980 budget.
Regarding the mini-pools--I'm recommending that we remove the mini-pool at
the GIAC Center from the budget for the reason that the money in the budget is
for cleaning the pool up, the painting of it and for chlorine and chemicals. There
never was any money put in from youth and recreation to provide lifeguards for it.
So rather than asking for more money for lifeguards, I'm recommending that we
discontinue use of that pool.
Comment from someone: The lifeguard came out of the Youth Bureau's budget.
Mayor: There is no money in the Youth Bureau's budget this year for it.
The learn-to-swim program at Cass Park--This is a program which starts at
10 o'clock in the morning, and the pool doesn't open up until noon, so we've
arranged that rather than hire lifeguards and pay them to do the program, we are
going to allow the lifeguards to contract with individuals. The lifeguards will
be able, as private operators, to teach them how to swim in our pool and charge
a fee for it. However, the pool will be open to the general public and they will
serve as lifeguards for that pool at the same time. The city saves $7,304 conducting
the very same program, except the lifeguards will be contracting rather than
being paid by the city for that service.
Playgrounds--There are some playgrounds where schools are being closed, so
we are recommending that we discontinue summer and after-school playground
services in those schools. That saves us $3,000.
Golf course overtime--We worked out a schedule to take care of the golf course
by reducing the amount of overtime granted which saves us $5,471. We should not
change the level of care to the golf course.
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The youth development position--this was a part-time summer position that was
budgeted at $1,500 which we are going to discontinue.
Fire Department personnel--this was one of the toughest. We are predicting
that retirements will occur in the department and I'm asking that those positions
not be filled in 1979. By not filling those positions in 1979 the budget savings
will be $22,151--a roughly conservative estimate.
The Police Department has a vacancy, and it is my recommendation that we not
fill that vacancy. The Police Department had four vacancies earlier this year,
and we removed those positions. By not filling the vacancy which exists now there
will be a saving of $12,070, both in wages and fringe benefits.
There is a vacancy in the Finance Department, and I'm recommending that it
not be filled. This will save $7,147.
I'm also recommending that we not fill the Jr. Engineer's position. At this
time I'm not asking that we change the complement of personnel, just that we not
fill that position in 1979. This will save $12,241.
Personnel Administrator--I'm as anxious as Council to fill that position.
However, I know we will not fill that position until June at least, so I'm asking
that half of the money budgeted for this year be removed and saved.
By reduction of the personnel mentioned above, additional fringe savings
would be $2,421.
The patrol cars--By going off State contract bidding the cars are no longer
offered as airconditioned. It is not an option; it is offered at State bid.
Last year Common Council appropriated additional funds for the Police Department
to add air conditioners to cars acquired. We have a request before us right now asking
for $2,080 to air condition those cars. I am asking the Council to deny that
request. I am recommending that it not be spent.
At this point I came up with a deficit of $9,265. If you will look at page 3--
I went down through other possible savings in our budget. I'm not trying to
eliminate any positions where people are now serving.
In talking with the City Clerk I found that the policy has always been to
buy one voting machine each year. There is money in the budget for one. I'm
asking that we not buy one this year. That will save $2,350.
Earlier we had approved purchase of a roller in the Department of Public Works
for $34,500. The department purchased one at the lowest bid of $27,791, so I'm
asking that the $7,709 be returned. Paper was budgeted at $42,300; the bid came
in for $32,995; I'm asking for $9,305 back. An air compressor was budgeted at
$9,800; it was purchased for $8,246; I'm asking for $1,554 back. A pickup was
budgeted for $8,000; we bought one for $5,992; I'm asking for the difference.
There-was saving of $1,577 on a second pickup which I'm asking for. A sidewalk
snowplow, budgeted at $8,000 was purchased for $5,034; I'm asking for the difference
of $2,966 back. I'm also asking for the saving of $1,553 on the purchase of a
garbage packer. The total saving on the above is $29,722.
Going back to the budget deficit of $9,200--on page 3 we found an additional
$29,722, so now we have the necessary funds. I'm asking Council to consider my
recommendations. Their first meeting is tomorrow night in Common Council Chambers
to start considering my recommendations. In my recommendations I found monies
that we can, in fact, balance the city's budget.
Two other things I found that I feel are interesting. We might consider the
tentative budget that we passed as the quarter finals, and we could consider this
round as the semi-finals.
Let me caution you about some problems that we are predicting at this time.
In 1980, with this budget tightening that we've done, everybody is saying that we
are operating with a bare bones budget, yet there are two chiefs in the back of
the room who don't know if they are going to be able to survive the year, let alone
operate.
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We have to generate a $1,100,000 surplus which is the same level surplus
which we generated this year with this year's budget, and if we increase taxes with
$1.00 per thousand in 1980 we will be only $700,000 short of balancing our budget.
In other words, we are close to $2,000,000 deficit to look at in 1982 unless we can
reduce the city's operating cost in 1979. Another figure--you have the green book
in front of you--if you would look on page 4, the General Fund expenditures, you
will see an excess of expenditure over revenues in 1978 of $269,952.57. In other
words we have spent $269,000 more than we have received in income in 1978. In
1977 we spent $46,018 more than we took in; in 1976 we spent $378,665 more than
i we took in, for a total of close to $700,000 that we used to be able to carry in
surpluses, but we have basically spent. What our goal has to be is to get our
expenditures in line with our income. However, I'm also projecting (we got the
figures today) that our wages for 1979 with the fringe package, our 1980 budget
will be in the neighborhood of $8,000,000 at the level of employment that we now
have. We will not be able to operate with any type of balanced budget unless we're
prepared to raise taxes in the neighborhood of $8-10 per thousand; however, the
good side of it--as Paul Harvey would say, "now you're going to hear the rest of
the storyi" on the best information we had at the time of our tentative budget,
we were budgeting $1,400,000 per capita aid for the State of New York. This was
in the Governor's original message, and also our assemblyman sent us a communication
saying that we would receive $1,400,000. In a telephone conversation today they
confirmed the fact that we will be receiving $1,721,000, so I'm not recommending
that we change these budget figures at all. That would give us a $321,000 surplus
toward that $2,000,000 we have to find one way or another. That $2,000,000 does
not allow for any capital projects.
One other recommendation I want to make to the Finance Committee is in our
list of capital projects--we've been going through this from time to time trying
to weed out our capital projects. Some capital projects, such as bikeway paths,
we have put into operating accounts rather than carrying as capital projects. I
am recommending 7 capital projects be closed out and all of the money be put into
capital reserve fund for capital projects. This is a reserve account specifically
for future capital projects. That fund, with my recommendations, would contain
$166,041.29 for future capital projects. The reason I'm recommending it is that
any of our department heads can make charges against these capital projects, such
as the urban renewal traffic loop, downtown traffic control--projects that we
consider basically inactive. I think we should put those funds where nobody can
touch them, and only Council can then make the determination of how those monies
can be spent. I'm asking at this time that they not be designated to any kind of
capital project, but be strictly put in a reserve account because Council is
going to have to consider future capital projects. Also the (B&S)? fund, in the
event that a very difficult budget crunch comes in 1980, Common Council would be
able to have an account with $166,000 in it which they could determine what to do
with it at that time. Those recommendations I'm forwarding on to the Finance
Committee. I'm also asking Alderman Gutenberger to call together his Capital Review
Committee to consider the recommendation on the capital projects so that those
recommendations could come back to Council at a timely meeting.
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 5 : 00 P .M. April 26 , 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Bordoni, Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman,
Meyer, Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT:
AlTerman (1) - Boothroyd
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Contro er - Daley
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Clerk - Rundle
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map and District Regulations Chart
laid on table in March
Resolution to Lift Ordinance from Table
[jj By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
. RESOLVED, the Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map and District Regula-
tions Chart be lifted from the table.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By A erman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
ORDINANCE NO. 79-5
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP AND DISTRICT REGULATIONS CHART
OF CHAPTER 30 ENTITLED "ZONING" OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE .
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca, New York, as follows :
SECTION 1 . AMENDING ZONING MAP .
1 . That the "Official Zoning Map of the City of Ithaca, New York"
as last amended in May 1977 is hereby amended and changed so that all
the tracts of land presently zoned B-1 shall be designated B-la, with
the exception of that tract of land shown exactly on an amended map
presented herewith designating an area in blue on the said amended
map as a special zone to be known as B-lb .
2 . That the "Official Zoning Map of the City of Ithaca , New York"
as last amended in May 1977 is hereby amended and changed so that
all the tracts of land presently zoned B-2 shall be designated B-2a,
with the exception of three tracts of land shown exactly on an amended
map presented herewith designating three areas in red on the said
amended map as special zones to be known as B-2b .
3 . That in accordance herewith the City Clerk is hereby ordered to
make or cause to be made the necessary changes on the "Official
Zoning Map of the City of Ithaca, New York" .
SECTION 2 . AMENDING SECTION 30 . 25 DISTRICT REGULATIONS CHART
1 . That the District Regulations Chart that enumerates the uses and
requirements for the various zones as last amended in May 1977 is
hereby amended and changed as follows :
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO Bl AND B2 DISTRICT REGULATIONS ,
Section 30 . 25
B-1 ZONE
Col . 2 and 3 : Add: See Section 30 . 59 , Design Review
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Col . 4-15 Divide Chart horizontally to provide for sub-
districts as follows :
Col . 4: Bla: 1 . Same as R3
2 . Funeral Home : 1 space per 10 seats
3 . Business or Professional Offices : 1
space per 250 SF of office and customer
waiting space
4 . See Section 30 . 37
Blb : None
Col . 5 : 1 . Same as R3
2 . Office Building: 1 space
Col . 6 : Bla: 1. Residential Uses : Same as R3a
2 . All Others : 5 , 000
Blb : 1 . Residential: Same as R3a
2 . All Others : 3 , 000
Col . 7 : Bla: 40
Blb : 30
Col . 8 : Bla: 4
Blb : 6
Col . 9 : Bla: 40
Blb : 70
C01 . 10 : Bla : 50
Blb: 90
Col . 11 : Bla: 5
Blb: 5
Col . 12 : Bla: 10
Blb : 5
Col . 13 : Bla: 5
Blb : 5
Col . 14: Bla: 15
Blb: 10
Col . 15 : Bla: 20
Blb: 15
B-2 ZONE
Cols . 2 and 3 : Add: See Section 30 . 59 , Design Review
Col. 4-15 Divide Chart horizontally to provide for sub-
districts as follows :
Col. 4: B2a: 1 . Same as B1
2 . Retail Store : 1 space per 500
gross SF of floor area
3. Auditorium, Theater, Bar, Restaurant ,
or Similar: 1 space per 5 seats
4. Hotel, Motel : 1 space per guest room
5 . See Section 30 . 37
B2b : None
Col . 5 1 . Same as B-1
2 . Retail Store: (same as existing)
3 . Maximum Required: 4 spaces per
any single occupancy
4. Other Uses : See Section 30 . 38
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Col . 6 : B2a: 1 . Motel : 20, 000 SF
2 . All Others : 3, 000 SF minimum
B2b: 1 . Motel : 20 , 000 SF
2 . All Others : 2 , 500
Col . 7 : B2a: 1 . Motel : 100 feet
2 . All Others : 40
B2b: 1 . Motel : 100
2 . All Others : 25
Col . 8: B2a: 6
B2b: 6
Col . 9 : B2a: 70
B2b: 70
C01 . 10: B2a: 50% (75% when adequate off-street parking
is available within 500 FT)
(See Section 30. 37)
W B2b : 100% except as required for 10 FT rear yard
Q
Q Col. 11 : B2a : None
B2b: None
Col . 12 : B2a: 10
B2b : None
Co1. 13 : B2a: 5
B2b: None
Col. 14: B2a: 15
B2b: See Col . 15
Col . 15 : B2a: 20
B2b: 10
2 . That in accordance herewith the City Clerk is hereby ordered to
make or cause to be made the necessary changes in Section 30. 25
District Regulations Chart .
SECTION 3 . EFFECTIVE DATE
This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance with
law upon publication of a notice as provided in Section 3 . 11 (B) of
the Ithaca City Charter .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Holman read the following recommendation from the Environ-
mental Commission:
"The Environmental Commission recommends that a Negative Declaration
be prepared on the proposed creation of the B-lb and B-2b business
zones . This recommendation is made in light of the following factors :
1) The Environmental Assessment Forms prepared by the Planning
Department suggest that the potential adverse impacts of the proposed
zoning change can be mitigated; and
2) The concurrent expansion of the downtown historic district
together with the creation of a Design Review Board will help
minimize potential adverse visual and historic impacts ; and
3) The recently demonstrated increase in the use of public
transportation and the location of the two zones near public trans-
portation routes may help mitigate traffic generation impacts created
by the development allowed under the proposed rezoning .
308 -4- April 26 , 1979
The Environmental Commission also points out that the full SEQR
process should be carried out in connection with revision of the
city-wide business zoning regulations .
It should be noted that concern was expressed by Commission members
about the proposed revision of the height allowance to allow a six
story office building . It was questioned whether this was desirable
or appropriate . "
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
put to a vote on Roll Call , which resulted as follows :
Holman Aye Saccucci Aye
Nichols Aye Boronkay Aye
Slattery Aye Meyer Aye
Gutenberger Aye Bordoni Aye
Dennis Aye Boothroyd Absent
Ayes (9)
Absent (1)
Carried
Ordinance Adding a New Section to Article III "Supplementary
Regulations" ot Chapter 30, Adding Section 30 . 59 Desi n Review
Boar
Resolution to Lift Ordinance from Table
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, the Ordinance Adding a New Section to Article III "Supple-
mentary Regulations" of Chapter 30, Adding Section 30 . 59 "Design
Review Board" be lifted from the table.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
ORDINANCE NO. 79-6
AN ORDINANCE ADDING A NEW SECTION TO ARTICLE III , "SUPPLEMENTARY
REGULATIONS" , of CHAPTER 30 ENTITLED "ZONING" OF THE CITY OF ITHACA
MUNICIPAL CODE
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca, New York, that Section 30 . 59 (Design Review Board) is hereby
added to Chapter 30 entitled "Zoning" of the City of Ithaca Municipal
Code as follows:
#30. 59 Design Review Board
A. Creation, Appointment , Membership and Organization .
The Mayor shall, with the approval of the Common. Council, appoint
a Design Review Board consisting of five (5) members , of whom at least
four (4) shall be residents of the City of Ithaca or maintain pro-
fessional offices within the boundaries of the City. At least one
member shall be a registered architect, and one shall be a member of
an allied design profession, e .g. , landscape architect, urban designer,
architectural historian, interior designer, graphic artist , etc .
The term of membership on the Design Review Board shall be for
three years , except that the initial members shall be appointed as
follows : one member for one (1) year, two members for two (2) years ,
and two (2) members for three years . The Director of Planning and
Development or his designee shall serve as secretary to the Board and
as a non-voting member .
The Board shall at its first meeting of each year elect one of
its members as chairman. In the absence of the chairman at any
meeting, the Board shall choose an acting chairman for that meeting .
Meetings shall be called by the Chairman or by the Director of
Planning and Development and shall be held at least once annually,
in January.
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The Design Review Board shall from time to time adopt such rules
and regulations as it shall deem necessary to effect the purposes
of this Section. All such rules and regulations shall be submitted
to the Common Council for approval and enactment into law. These
rules and regulations shall be in effect when passed by the Common
Council and filed with the City Clerk.
B. Purpose
This ection is intended to promote the general public welfare
by providing advisory recommendation by the Design Review Board to
the Board of Planning and Development and the Board of Zoning Appeals
concerning architectural designs and plans for new construction as
well as alterations to existing structures . The objectives of excel-
lence of architectural and urban design, conservation of community
resources such as historic architecture and neighborhood character,
and desirable urban growth and development . The zones designated
B-1-b and B-2-b on the amended Zoning Map of the City of Ithaca
are considered to require such control because of their special
nature in terms of architectural character, intensity of existing
use and development , sensitivity to the effects of change in use or
other reason.
C. Powers and Duties
All applications for building permits or demolition permits
Q within the zones designated B-1-b and B-2-b and all zoning appeals
Q within the zones designated B-1-b and B-2-b shall be referred to the
Design Review Board immediately upon receipt of such application.
The Building Commissioner or the Director of Planning and Development
shall refer such plans or proposal to the Design Review Board for
advisory recommendation in accordance with the purposes stated in #B
of this Section. In addition, any individual or group proposing
construction or development anywhere within the boundaries of the
City of Ithaca may request the informal review and advisory recommenda-
tion of the Design Review Board.
The Board shall meet within ten (10) days of receipt of notice
of such referral or request to review such plan or proposal , and
shall within twenty (20) days of receipt of such notice make
recommendations on the modifications if any which it deems necessary
or desirable in conformity with #3 above . Such review and recommenda-
tion periods may be extended by mutual agreement of the individual
or group presenting the proposal and the Design Review Board.
The Design Review Board shall provide to the Board of Planning
and Development and to the Building Commissioner a written recommenda-
tion concerning the acceptability of each plan or proposal and any
necessary or desirable changes within twenty (20) days of receipt
of a request or referral notice . The requirement for reporting may
be extended by agreement with the individual or group making the
proposal, but failure of the Design Review Board to act within either
the twenty (20) days or the agreed-upon extended period shall con-
stitute approval of the plan or proposal as submitted. Recommendations
of the Design Review Board shall not be binding upon the group or
individual submitting the plan or proposal, but shall be voluntary,
unless such recommendations shall also be incorporated into a decision
of the Board of Zoning Appeals in the case on an appeal action on
such proposal.
Meeting held by the Design Review Board for review and recommenda-
tion on plans or proposals shall be arranged to permit participation
by the person or group making the application or request and
representatives of such person or group if desired . Architectural
plans and drawings of building facades , lists of finish materials ,
and other information necessary to provide adequate insight into the
proposed construction or demolition shall be provided to the Design
Review Board by the person or group making the proposal or request .
310 -6- April 26 , 1979
D. Applicability
The provision of this Section shall apply to any action within
the B-1-b and B-2-b zoning districts of the City of Ithaca, and
shall include , but not be limited to , the following :
1 . Demolition of all or part of the exterior of any structure .
2 . Construction of any structure for a permitted primary use ,
as listed in Section 30 . 25 , column 2 of the Chapter , except for
single and two-family dwellings .
3 . Alterations or additions to the exterior of any structure ,
except single and two-family dwellings when such alterations or
additions would be visible from a public way adjacent to the premises
involved.
4. Construction of a parking area for four (4) or more cars .
5 . Construction of new buildings in locally designated historic
districts . In such cases , the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commis-
sion shall be consulted before the Design Review Board makes its
recommendation.
Notwithstanding the other provisions of this section, any action
pertaining to an existing structure locally designated as a land-
mark or within a locally designated historic district shall be
exempt from the requirement for review and recommendation by the
Design Review Board.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
put to a vote on Roll Call, which resulted as follows :
Bordoni Aye Gutenberger Aye
Meyer Aye Slattery Aye
Boronkay Aye Nichols Aye
Saccucci Aye Holman Aye
Dennis Aye Boothroyd Absent
Ayes (_9)
Absent (1)
Carried
PERSONS APPEARING BEFORE THE COUNCIL
Dick Sheffield, 9 Willow Avenue, read the following letter to the
Council :
"April 26 , 1979 -
Common Council
City of Ithaca, N. Y.
By means of this letter the Trustees of St . Paul ' s United Methodist
Church located at 402-406 N. Aurora St. , Ithaca, New York, would
like to go on record as being in opposition to the extension of the
DeWitt Park Historical District as proposed.
This proposed extension includes the property located at 208 E. Court
St. which is adjacent to and owned by St. Paul ' s United Methodist
Church. It is currently as it has been in the past , being used as
the parsonage of St . Paul ' s . As such it is considered as part of
the overall operating facility of the church. It has never been
considered as having any historical significance .
The ruling factor in our opposition is the one of additional restric-
tions being placed on private properties solely because they fall in
a designated historical area. Furthermore we do not feel that this
extension can be justified as in the public interest and a means of
preserving the neighborhood to any greater degree than can be done
under existing laws and regulations .
_7- April 26 , 1944
"We feel that over the years this property has been kept in as good
repair as possible with funds provided solely by the membership of
the church. We would like to feel that in the future we could do
the same with our limitations . As none of us know exactly what the
future will bring we would like to look ahead with optimism and not
have the only sure thing the possibility of additional restrictions .
In making your final decision we would ask that you consider our
opinion in this matter, as being duly elected officials we speak
for sizable number of members of the church who are also members of
this community.
Very truly yours ,
Trustees of St . Paul ' s
United Methodist Church
Howard Longhouse - Chairman"
Discussion followed on the floor .
Expansion of Historic District
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
Be it ordained and enacted by the Common Council that under the
Q provisions of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code , Chapter 32 ("Land-
o marks Preservation") and following recommendations by the City of
Ithaca Planning and Development Board, and duly advertised public
hearings as required by the provisions of the ordinance as follows :
Section I. The DeWitt Park Historic District is hereby expanded
to include the following properties :
No. 108 West Buffalo Street
No. 208 East Buffalo Street
Nos . 106 , 108 and 11.0 Sears Street
Nos . 207 and 208 E . Court Street
Both sides of the 300 block of North Tioga Street
so that the eastern boundary of the district shall
include the United States Post Office , the former
YMCA lot , and numbers 323 , 319 , 317 , 315 , 313 ,
309 , and 307 North Tioga Street , and the western
boundaries shall include the western side of North
Tioga Street from No . 214, the New York Telephone
Company, through 320 North Tioga St . and 121 East
Court Street , the Tompkins County Court House and
Jail .
Section II. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon
passage in accordance with Chapter 32 , Section 32 . 6 C of the City
of Ithaca Municipal Code .
Tabling Resolution
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, the Resolution which proposes expansion of the Historic
District be tabled.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
• Ayes (3) - Bordoni , Slattery, Boronkay
Nays (6) - Nichols , Meyer , Dennis , Gutenberger ,
Holman, Saccucci
Motion Defeated
Discussion followed on the floor .
Referral Resolution
By Alderman Boron ay : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, the Resolution which proposes expansion of the Historic
District be referred back to the Charter & Ordinances Committee .
312 -8- April 26 , 1979
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (4) - Bordoni , Boronkay, Holman , Saccucci
Nays (5) - Nichols , Meyer , Dennis , Gutenberger, Slattery
Absent (1) - Boothroyd
Motion Defeated
Discussion followed on the floor .
The question of the adoption of the main resolution proposing
expansion of the Historic District was duly put to a vote on Roll '
Call , which resulted as follows :
Meyer Aye Bordoni Nay
Dennis Aye Slattery Aye
Nichols Aye Gutenberger Aye
Holman Nay Saccucci Nay
Boronkay Nay Boothroyd Absent
Ayes (5)
Nays (4)
Absent (1)
Carried
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENT
By Alderman Bordoni: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Council approve the appointment of Stuart E . Cobb ,
115 Franklin Street , to the Housing Board of Review, for a term of
office to expire December 31 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 6 : 20 P .M.
Jo(seph A. Rundle, City Clerk PM---d J . CQfileT Ma or
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P .M. May 2 , 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Boothroyd, Bordoni, Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger,
Holman, Meyer, Saccucci, Slattery
ABSENT:
Aldermen (1) - Nichols
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
Fire Chief - Weaver
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
City Attorney - Shapiro
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Supt , of Public Works - Dingman
Director, Youth Bureau - Cutia
Chief of Police - Herson
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
W Mayor Conley led--all led--all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Q American Flag.
Q
MOMENT OF SILENCE:
The Council remained standing for a moment of silent prayer in memory
of Frank C. Baldwin. Alderman Holman read the following resolution:
Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, Frank C. Baldwin demonstrated his love for our city by
serving it ably, and
WHEREAS, Ted' s service as alderman in the former Fifth Ward, as
chairman and member of the Ithaca Housing Authority, and member of
the Community Advisory Committee, as well as his participation in
other community activities , was distinguished and always tempered
with understanding, and
WHEREAS, we shall all miss his friendliness , courage and dignity;
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council , on behalf of the City of
Ithaca, expresses its sympathy to his wife Anne and his family.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be spread upon the
Minutes .
Carried Unanimously
APPROVAL OF MINUTES :
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 28 and April 4, 1979 meetings
be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
• Alderman Slattery requested the addition of a resolution from the
Ithaca Housing Authority .
No Council member objected.
314 May 2 , 1979
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearing on the Use of Revenue Sharing Funds as They
Relate to the Tota Budget
Resolution to Open Pub-tic Hearing
By Alderman Boot roy : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the Public Hearing on the Use of Revenue Sharing Funds
as They Relate to the Total Budget be opened.
Carried Unanimously
No one appeared to speak to the hearing .
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Boot hroy : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing on the Use of Revenue Sharing Funds ,
as They Relate to the Total Budget be closed.
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS :
Letter from-Alderman Nichols
Alderman Bordoni read the following letter to the Council :
"April 27 , 1979
Alderman Ray Bordoni
108 East Green Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Dear Ray,
I - have been paying taxes to the City of Ithaca since 1949 and have
always felt that the city tax was one of the best bargains in terms
of the benefits and services we receive as city residents . It is an
illusion to assume that people who pay taxes to the Village of Cayuga
Heights of the Town of Ithaca, for example, are saving on their cost ».
of local government , especially if you consider how much they are
also paying for water and sewer .
Obviously, it is our duty as members of Common Council to be thrifty
and to demand full value for every public dollar expended. On the
other hand, we do not need to be misers and skinflints in the name
of Proposition Thirteen, a law that was necessary in terms of the
ridiculous selling prices of homes in California, where somebody who
bought a forty-thousand home ten years ago is now paying taxes on a
two-hundred thousand dollar home . Nothing like that has happened
here , and much as we all like to grumble, the city tax is not the
biggest tax that we pay and people are not losing their homes because
of the burden of local taxation.
In particular, we should recognize that sometimes we need to spend
a little to get a lot . That is very true of the Ithaca Fire Depart-
ment, where the character and intelligence of our paid firefighters
have attracted the dedication and commitment of many volunteers .
Dangerous work in the public interest appeals to people with a deep
sense of loyalty to each other and to the community. There is nothing
glamorous about racing to fires at three A.M. I feel that restoring
the cut in the Fire Department budget would show the volunteer
firemen how sincerely we appreciate having them around and it might
also be a pat on the back to the other unsung volunteers who give
so much to make this community such an outstanding place to live .
Sincerely,
Ethel B. Nichols
Alderwoman, Ward Four"
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PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
BrusF on Vacant Lot
Mrs . Pauline Darrett , 226 Fall View Terrace, read to the Council a
letter which she had written to the Council on October 4, 1978 .
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENTS :
Capita Improvements Review Committee
Mayor Conley announced that he had appointed Stuart W. Stein and
Barbara Davis to the Capital Improvements Review Committee from the
Planning and Development Board; and Aldermen John Gutenberger and
James Dennis as members to the Committee from the Common Council .
Veteran Volunteer Firemen - Show Case
Mayor Conley informed the Council that the Veteran Volunteer Firemen
had volunteered to build a show case in front of Central Fire Station
for display of original fire apparatus .
Board of Fire Commissioners
Mayor Conley requested the support of the Council for appointment
of Lyle Neigh, 321 South Titus Avenue, to the Board of Fire Commis-
, sioners for a term of office commencing July 1 , 1979 and expiring
June 30 , 1982 .
L j Resolution
�( By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
Q RESOLVED, the Council approve the appointment of Lyle Neigh, 321
South Titus Avenue , to the Board of Fire Commissioners for a term
of office commencing July 1, 1979 and expiring June 30, 1982 .
Carried Unanimously
Design Review Board
Mayor Conley requested the support of the Council for appointment
of the following persons to the Design Review Board:
George Hascup , Architect, Office in DeWitt Building
Marvin Adleman, Landscape Architect , 32 Cornell Street
James Parkes , Planner, 105 Williams Glen Road
J . B. Graves , Graphic Designer, 406 Hook Place
Lewis Almo, Construction Foreman, McGuire & Bennett , Inc . ,
706 W. Clinton Street
Resolution
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, the Council approve the appointment of the following to
the Design Review Board: George Hascup, DeWitt Building ; Marvin
Adleman, 32 Cornell Street ; James Parkes , 105 Williams Glen Road;
J . B. Graves , 406 Hook Place and Lewis Almo, 706 W. Clinton Street .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Conley informed the Council that later in the meeting Alderman
Slattery will present a resolution amending the Cooperation Agree-
ment with the Ithaca Housing Authority providing for an increase
in the housing units to be constructed.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Mayor Conley spoke briefly concerning the budget for 1979 , outlining
the goals he hoped to achieve .
-Adoption of 1979 City of Ithaca Budget
By Alderman Guten erger : Secondeff by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS , this Common Council adopted the 1979 City Budget on
December 20, 1978 , and
WHEREAS , the Budget & Administration Committee has reviewed depart-
mental requests for budget revisions , and
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1979 Tax Rate
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS, the 1979 City of Ithaca Budget , Estimates and Requisitions ,
including Capital Budget , was approved, adopted and confirmed in
the total sum of $12 , 225 , 379 on May 2 , 1979 , in accordance with a
detail budget statement on file in the Office of the City Controller ,
and
WHEREAS, available and estimated revenues total $8 , 203 , 879 , leaving
$2 , 595 , 689 as the amount to be raised by taxation, and
WHEREAS, the Assessment Roll for 1979 , certified and filed by the
Assessment Department of Tompkins County, has been footed and proved
and shows the total net taxable valuations of $259 , 568 , 927 , and
WHEREAS, under Charter provisions the tax limit for City purposes
amounts to $5 , 403, 214 for 1979 ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the tax rate for general City
purposes for the fiscal year 1979 be, and the same hereby is , esta-
blished and fixed at $10 . 00 per $1 , 000 of taxable valuation as shown,
certified and extended against the respective properties on the 1971.)
Tax Roll , thereby making a total tax levy as near as may be of
W $2 , 595 , 689, and
'BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount of said tax levy be spread
Q and levied and the same hereby is levied upon and against the
respective properties shown on said City Tax Roll in accordance with
their respective net taxable valuation at the rate of $10 . 00 per
$1 , 000 of such taxable valuations , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Chamberlain be and hereby is
directed to extend and apportion the City Tax as above , and that
upon the completion of the extension of said Roll the City Clerk
shall prepare a warrant on the City Chamberlain for the collection
of said levy; and the Mayor and City Clerk hereby are authorized and
directed to sign and affix the Corporate Seal to such warrant and
forthwith to file the same with said Roll with the City Chamberlain,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon the execution and filing of said
warrant and Tax Roll with the City Chamberlain, the amounts of the City
Tax set opposite each and every property shall thereby become tax
liens , due , payable and collectible in accordance with provisions of
the City Charter and other laws applicable thereto, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the total sum of $12 , 225 , 379 be appro-
priated in accordance with the Tax Budget as adopted, to the respective
boards , offices and departments of the City for the purposes re-
spectively set forth therein. The 1979 Assessment Roll has been
completed and approved by the Assessment Department of Tompkins County
and resulted in the following valuation:
Valuation of Land $ 83 , 933 , 940
Valuation of Buildings 311 , 557 , 465
Total Value of Real Property $395 , 491 , 05
Less Value of Exempt Property 149 , 557 , 100 (37 . 82%)
$245 , 934, 3-95
Plus Value of Special Franchises 13 , 634, 622
Net Value of Taxable Property $259 , 568 ,
Discussion followed on the floor .
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly plat
to a vote on Roll Call , which resulted as follows :
Mayor Conley Aye Holman Aye Meyer Aye
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye Boronkay Aye
Bordoni Ave Boothrovd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Aye Saccucci Aye
Ayes (10)
Absent ( 1)
Carried
318 -6- May 2 , 1979
Council recessed at 8 : 40 P .M.
Council reconvened in Regular Session at 8 : 50 P .M.
Article in Ithaca New Times
Mayor Conley called the Councilmen' s attention to an article that
appeared that day in the Ithaca New Times on the City of Ithaca and
the Mayor--in particular travel--pointing out the Mayor ' s and
Council ' s squandering of taxpayers funds at Grossingers and what
have you. He said he wanted to point out that aldermen have always
paid for their wives by reimbursing the city . He pointed out that "
golf, liquor, what have you, are things that have been reimbursed,
by the people traveling on behalf of the city, to the city. He also
pointed out to the Councilmen that , inasmuch as the story came from
members of the Common Council , members of the Council and
people traveling on behalf of the city at Grossingers on many
occasions charged liquor and entertainment at nightclubs to the
Mayor' s account . The story of some $2700 spent by this city at
the New York State Conference of Mayors--he found appalling ,
particularly because the New York State Conference of Mayors called
that day to inform him that people from this community contacted
Grossingers hotel asking for the Mayor ' s bills at that hotel for the
past two years , telling Grossingers that the Mayor is under investi-
gation. Grossingers was concerned about it , called the New York State
Conference of Mayors , who , in turn, called Mayor Conley. He told the
New York State Conference of Mayors that he is not going to approve
any travel to Grossingers this year . The Mayor will not go , nor
will any of the councilmen, nor will any other member of the city' s
lay boards go this year .
Also , because they are not going , he is going to recommend to the
Council not to approve payment of the Conference of Mayor' s annual
dues this year which will save the city $2 , 060 . He said he has
always felt that the NYS Conference of Mayors and its annual confer-
ence has been beneficial to this city. He has always encouraged
councilmen to attend these meetings , asked them to attend the sessions ,
mingle with people from other cities and find out what is going on in
other cities . He has always felt that those members have come back
with new ideas , innovative ways of solving the city' s problems . He
thinks , as a result of those trips , the city has received help with
things like zoning ordinance, new concepts concerning downtown
redevelopment , a number of benefits and honors , by attending the NYS
Conference of Mayors . He said that Ithaca is recognized throughout
New York State as a very progressive community, the City of Ithaca' s
fire department is a model fire department across New York State ,
that the City of Ithaca' s downtown revitalization program and
historic preservation program are models across the state, and the
city has been asked to make presentations and visits to other communi-
ties - only to read in the paper criticism of going to those other
cities on behalf of this city. He said when he had traveled on behalf
of the city, or on invitation to other cities he has always insisted
that they reimburse this city. What he has done is travel on vouchers
and has billed those other cities and expected those cities to pay
the City of Ithaca back for any expenses . He said he will go through
the records himself to make sure that he personally paid back. He
said he wouldn't want any alderman to feel that he has been travel-
ing high and mighty on the City of Ithaca' s taxpayers and he is
incensed by the whole situation. He is incensed by the fact that
the city' s investigating press and people want to win the Nobel
Prize or get a job with the Washington Times Gazette or whatever ,
under big investigations that have led to cancelling the trip to
Greece. He said there was also a very fancy article in the New
Times about that , as well as showing pictures of the Mayor' s voucher ,
of his travel to Grossingers Hotel on behalf of this city to the
New York State Conference of Mayors .
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He said, as anybody who has ever been to Grossingers knows , you
just don' t go in there and pay cash for everything--you go in there
and sign vouchers . If you do play golf, which he did and doesn' t
deny, you have to sign for that and it is charged to your room and
things are billed to the city and the person has to reimburse the
city controller for any expenses . He said there has been a lot of
backbiting about expenses of travel of other people , other depart-
ments . There have been aldermen who have asked for all of his
travel vouchers for 1977 and 1978 to put out and just very mysteri-
ously, a few days later , in comes the Ithaca New Times asking that
they see 1977 and 1978 travel vouchers , plus all the travel vouchers
so far. There have been people from this community calling the
cities that he had visited to speak and asked them how effective he
was , how much he was paid and all the information about that . He
said that was an embarrassment to him and he is damned awful mad
about it and he told them he is changing the policy of travel in
the city, and it is going to be a tight one , and anybody who travels
on behalf of the city for any reason will be reimbursed after the
fact--not before the fact . He said no one will travel on vouchers .
If they want to travel , they will travel on their own money and they
will be reimbursed after doing a full audit and making them go
through the wringer. He said he wants to protect them from articles
in the Ithaca New Times and any other publication in this community.
LLJ He said he has always felt that the New York State Conference of
Mayors has been more than beneficial to this city, and he has always
Q been proud of the fact that he has been president of that organization,
and he feels the City of Ithaca has derived an awful lot of benefits .
The Mayor said they have singled out Alderman Boothroyd for his golf
playing and the fact that -his wife was there and he said he hopes
they understand that Alderman Boothroyd has reimbursed the city
controller for all expenses incurred by his wife and playing golf,
etc . Alderman Boothroyd was winner of a tournament down there .
Alderman Boothroyd addressed the Council saying that for six years
he has gone to the Conference of Mayors . He said it was his under-
standing that it was the prevailing practice if he went to the con-
ference that his room and meals would be paid. Any other expenses
would have to be reimbursed to the city by him. He was perfectly
willing to pay any charges and he was told that it would be easier
to have them reimbursed when he got back. He said every penny that
he spent that didn't involve room and board was reimbursed to the
city and if anyone wants to look at the records they can. He said
he really takes exception to this .
Mayor Conley said regarding the part of the article wherein he
accused the city controller and people in his office of supplying
information to the so-called enemy--for this he apologized. He
did not deny that statements were made when he was talking to a
reporter , but at the time he received a phone call on a Saturday at
home ; he came down off a ladder to talk to a reporter , only to find
out that there was a lot of information which is difficult for people
to come by and he has since found out where a lot of that informa-
tion has come from. He apologized for any reference he had made to
the city controller . He said he understands he is obligated to
give out information to the Councilmen and Mayor, and under the
Freedom of Information Act all information is available . He said he
hopes the councilmen who are responsible for making political hay
and trying to embarrass the Mayor or anybody else . . .he said he has
, given of himself and does not feel he has taken from the community
and never will . He said he also knows that the article is going
to upset his wife and his children. Certainly the trip to Greece
and all of that publicity has upset them.
He said this weekend he is supposed to be addressing the Association
of Planners of Ontario in Cornwall . He has a voucher on his desk,
and he will travel on a city voucher . The hotel and meals up there
will be paid by the Association of Planners in Cornwall and they
will reimburse the city for his transportation. He will be paying;
for his son out of his pocket .
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Next week, on a Saturday night , he was supposed to make a presenta-
tion to the City of Plattsburg who admires the progress Ithaca has
made in the city, the preservation of existing buildings and the
progress made in restoration and code enforcement of the buildings
in our central business district , as well as the healthy business
climate . Plattsburg is another city which has a shopping center
in its outskirts , and recognized Ithaca was very helpful to the
city of Burlington, Vermont , across Lake Champlain. Th`y invited
him up there to speak as a member of the Chamber of Commerce . He
was invited by the Mayor, he intended to go and he will reevaluate ,
that . He will. probably travel paying his c,,-n expenses and let them
reimburse him.
Next week is Conley` s Travel , Part II (in the New Times) . He said
he anxiously awaits that , and if he feels he has been given the same
type of blow, this Council may hear exactly the same type of message
from him at the next Council meeting .
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Addition to Agenda
Alderman Gutenberger requested that a sewer bill recommended by the
Board of Public Works be added to the agenda.
No Council member objected.
Bond Resolutions
Green Street Ramp Repair
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RECONSTRUCTION
OF THE GREEN STREET PARKING RAMP IN AND FOR
THE CITY OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW YORK,
AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $230 , 000 , AND
AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $205 , 000 SERIAL
BONDS OF SAID CITY TO PAY PART OF THE COST
THEREOF.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, as follows :
Section 1. The reconstruction of the Green Street parking ramp
located in the 100 block of East Green Street , including incidental
expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of
$230 , 000, is hereby authorized.
Section 2 . The plan for the financing of the aforesaid specific S
object or purpose is as follows :
a) By the issuance of $205 , 000 serial bonds of said City,
hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the Local
Finance Law; and
b) By the use of $25 , 000 current funds of said City previously
appropriated for the aforesaid specific object or purpose
described in Section 1 hereof.
Section 3 . It is hereby determined that the period of probable
usefulness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is twenty
years , pursuant to subdivision 12 (a) (1) of paragraph a of Section
11 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 4. The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, 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 City,
a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds
as the same become due and payable .
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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 dele-
gated to the City Controller, 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 City Controller, consistent with
the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6 . 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 City 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.
Q Section 7 . This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall
be published in full in The Ithaca Journal , the official newspaper,
together with a notice of the City Clerk in substantially the form
provided in Section 81 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
A vote on the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a
vote on Roll Call, which resulted as follows :
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye Boronkay Aye
Bordoni Aye Boothroyd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Aye Saccucci Aye
Holman Aye Meyer Aye
Ayes (9)
Absent (1)
Carried
Peripheral Streets
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RECONSTRUCTION
OF STREETS IN AND FOR THE CITY OF ITHACA,
TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW YORK, AT A MAXIMUM
ESTIMATED COST OF $1 , 200, 000 , AND AUTHORIZING
THE ISSUANCE OF $526 , 500 SERIAL BONDS OF
SAID CITY TO PAY PART OF TFIE COST THEREOF .
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, as follows :
Section 1. The reconstruction of streets in and for the City of
Ithaca , Tompkins County, New York, including the 200 block of North
Tioga Street , the 100 and 200 blocks of North Aurora Street and the
300 block of East State Street , such reconstruction to include the
, curbs , gutters , sidewalks , drainage , landscaping and grading and
improvement of the right-of-way and other incidental improvements in
connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1 , 200 , 000 , is
hereby authorized.
Section 2 . The plan for the financing of the aforesaid class of
objects or purposes is as follows :
a) By the issuance of $526 , 500 serial bonds of said City ,
hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to the Local Finance
Law; and
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b) By the use of $625 , 000 current funds of said City previously
appropriated for the aforesaid class of objects or purposes
described in Section 1 hereof.
Section 3 . It is hereby determined that the period of probable
use u ness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is fifteen
years , pursuant to subdivision 20 (d) of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00
of the Local Finance Law.
Section 4. The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, 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 City, a tax sufficient
to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become
due and payable.
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 City Controller, 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 City Controller, con-
sistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6 . 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 City 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 7 . This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall
be pu -shed in full in The Ithaca Journal , the official newspaper,
together with a notice of the City Clerk in substantially the form
provided in Section 81 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
A vote on the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to
a vote on Roll Call, which resulted as follows :
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye Boronkay Aye
Bordoni Aye Boothroyd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Aye Saccucci Aye
Holman Aye Meyer Aye
Ayes (9)
Absent (1)
Carried
Cass Park
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ORIGINAL IMPROVEMENT
AND EMBELLISHMENT OF CASS PARK IN AND FOR THE CITY
OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW-YORK, AT A MAXIMUM
ESTIMATED COST OF $115 , 000 , AND AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF $95 , 000 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID CITY TO
PAY PART OF THE COST THEREOF.
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BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
Tompkins County, New York, as follows :
Section 1 . The original improvement and embellishment of Cass Park
in and for the City of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York, including
the installation of ball field lighting at a maximum estimated cost
of $115 , 000 is hereby authorized.
Section 2 . The plan for the financing of the aforesaid specific
o ject or purpose is as follows :
a) By the issuance of $95 , 000 serial bonds of said City, hereby
authorized to be issued pursuant to the Local Finance Law;
and
b) By the use of $20 , 000 current funds of said City previously
appropriated for the aforesaid specific object or purpose
described in Section 1 hereof .
"CA Section 3 . It is hereby determined that the period of probable
use u ness of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is fifteen
years , pursuant to subdivision 19 (c) of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00
LU of the Local Finance Law.
Section 4 . The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins
Q County, 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 City,
a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds
as the same become due and payable .
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 City Controller , 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 City Controller , con-
sistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6 . The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may
Fe contested only if:
1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or
purpose for which said City 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 7 . This resolution, which takes effect immediately , shall
be pub ished in full in The Ithaca Journal , the official newspaper" ,
together with a notice of the City Clerk in substantially the form
provided in Section 81 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
A vote on adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a
vote on Roll Call , which resulted as follows :
324 -12- May 2 , 1979
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye 3oronkay Aye
Bordoni Aye Boothroyd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Ave Saccucci Aye
Holman Ave Mever Aye
Ayes (9)
Absent (1)
Carried
Cherry Street Industrial Park Aw
By Alae=an Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd '
RESOLVED , That there will be no further expenditures of money on
this project past the design and investigative stage , until assurances
have been received from the Federal Government as far as their par- "`"
ticipation in this funding .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the adoption of the foregoing resolution resulted as
follows :
Ayes (8) - Boothroyd, Meyer, Dennis , Holman, Boronkay,
Slattery, Saccucci , Gutenberger
Nay (1) - Bordoni
Absent (1) - Nichols
Carried
Cherrx Street Industrial Park
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
$275 , 285 SERIAL BONDS AND $10 , 225 CAPITAL
NOTES OF THE CITY OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY,
NEW YORK, TO PAY THE COST OF VARIOUS PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CHERRY STREET INDUSTRIAL
PARK
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, as follows :
Section 1. The following public improvements at the Cherry Street
Industrial Park, in and for the City of Ithaca, Tompkins County,
New York, are hereby authorized as follows :
a) The construction of streets , including sidewalks , curbs ,
gutters and landscaping and the acquisition of land therefor ,
a class of objects or purposes , at a maximum estimated cost of
$150 , 620 ;
b) The construction of sanitary sewers , including incidental
improvements in connection therewith, a class of objects or
purposes , at a maximum estimated cost of $50 , 230 ;
c) The construction of storm sewers , including incidental
improvements in connection therewith, a class of objects or
purposes , at a maximum estimated cost of $53 , 785 ; and
d) The construction of water lines , including incidental
improvements in connection therewith, a class of objects or
purposes , at a maximum estimated cost of $30 , 875 .
Section 2 . The total aggregate estimated cost of the aforesaid
classes of objects or purposes is $285 , 510 and the plan for the
financing thereof is as follows :
a) By the issuance of $275 , 285 serial bonds of said City, which
bonds are hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to
the provisions of the Local Finance Law, of which amount
$143 , 085 shall be allocated to the construction of streets
heretofore described in subdivision a) of Section 1 hereof,
of which amount $50 , 230 shall be allocated to the sanitary
sewers heretofore described in subdivision b) of Section 1
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hereof, of which amount $51 , 095 shall be allocated to the
storm sewers heretofore described in subdivision c) of
Section 1 hereof, and of which amount $30, 875 shall be allo-
cated to the water lines heretofore described in subdivision
d) of Section 1 hereof; and
b) By the issuance of $10, 225 capital notes of said City,which
capital notes are hereby authorized to be issued therefor
pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, of
which amount $7 , 535 shall be allocated to the construction
of streets heretofore described in subdivision a) of Section
1 hereof, and of which amount $2 , 690 shall be allocated to
the construction of storm sewers heretofore described in
subdivision c) of Section 1 hereof. Such capital notes shall
be sold at private sale and all further powers in connection
with the details and the sale thereof are hereby delegated
to the City Controller in accordance with the Local Finance
Law. Pursuant to Section 107 . 00 of the Local Finance Law,
the proceeds from the sale of such capital notes will be
provided prior to the issuance of the bonds herein authorized
or bond anticipation notes .
Iq
N Section 3 . It is hereby determined that the period of probable
LIJ usefulness of the aforesaid classes of objects or purposes is as
follows :
< a) The construction of streets - fifteen years pursuant to
subdivision 20 (d) of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00 of the
Local Finance Law;
b) The construction of sanitary sewers and the construction of
storm sewers - forty years pursuant to subdivision 4 of para-
graph a of Section 11 . 00 of the Local Finance Law; and
c) The construction of water lines - forty years pursuant to
subdivision 1 of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00 of the Local
Finance Law.
Section 4. The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins
Countv, 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 in said City a
tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds
as the same become due and payable .
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 dele-
gated to the City Controller, 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 City Controller , consistent
with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6 . 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 City 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 comiff,enced
within twenty days after the date of such publica-
tion , or
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3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of
the provisions of the Constitution .
Section 7 . This resolution , which takes effect immediately , shall
be p6bl shed in full in The Ithaca Journal , the official newspaper ,
together with a notice of the Citv Clerk in substantially the form
provided in Section 81 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
A vote on adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a
vote on Roll Call , which resulted as follows :
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye Boronkay Nay
Bordoni Nay Boothroyd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Aye Saccucci Aye -
Holman Nay Mever Aye
Ayes (6)
Nays (3)
Absent (1)
Carried
Revenue Anticipation Note - Cherry Street Industrial Park
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
A RESOLUTION DELEGATING TO THE CITY CONTROLLER
OF THE CITY OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW
YORK, THE POWER TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE
OF AND TO SELL NOT EXCEEDING $329 , 490 REVENUE
ANTICIPATION NOTES OF SAID CITY IN ANTICIPA-
TION OF THE RECEIPT OF GRANTS-IN-AID FROM
THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, as follows :
Section 1 . The power to authorize the issuance of and to sell not
exceeding $329 , 490 revenue anticipation notes of the City of Ithaca,
New York, including renewals thereof, in anticipation of the receipt !
of grants-in-aid from the United States of America, in connection
with the Cherry Street Industrial Park, is hereby delegated to the
City Controller, 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 City Controller , consistent with the pro-
visions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 2 . This resolution shall take effect immediately.
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a
vote on Roll Call , which resulted as follows :
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye Boronkay Nay
Bordoni Nay Boothroyd Aye Nichols Absent
Dennis Aye Saccucci Aye
Holman Nay Meyer Aye
Ayes (6)
Nays (3)
Absent (1)
Carried
Amendment to. Youth Bureau Personnel Roster
By Alderman Guten erger : Seconded y AlZerman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Personnel Roster for the Youth Bureau be
amended to create a position known as Youth Worker II , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the salary for said position be esta-
blished at $8 , 461 to $12 , 524 per annum on- the 1978 Compensation Plan .
Carried Unanimously
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Authorization of Payment to Community Development--213 S . Plain.
Street
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, on October 5 , 1977 , this Common Council established a
capital project known as "Rehabilitation of 213 South Plain Street"
in the amount of $29 , 000, said funding being drawn from Community
Development funds , and
WHEREAS, on September 20 , 1978 , this Common Council accepted the
bid of $22 , 750 for the purchase of 213 South Plain Street ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Controller is authorized
to pay over $22 , 735 from the Trust and Agency Account to the Community
Development Agency for the sale of said property.
Carried Unanimously
Authorization of New York State Division for Youth Grant Contracts
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed
to execute contracts with New York State Division for Youth covering
funding for special programs in the sum of $10 , 000 .
�- Carried Unanimously
Close-out of Capital Project--Parking Lot "E"
LIJ By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
Q T RESOLVED, That the Capital Project A391-180--Parking Lot "E" be
Q closed out in the amount of $5 , 000 .
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Labor A reement--CSEA Administrative Unit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the agreement between the City of Ithaca and the
Ithaca Unit of the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc . --
Administrative Unit , retroactive to January 1 , 1979 , be approved as
recommended by the City' s negotiator, and that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized and directed to sign and execute the contract on
behalf of the City under its corporate seal .
Alderman Gutenberger presented the highlights of the Labor Contract :
1 . Compensation. For the years 1979 and 1980 the minimum
salaries shall be increased by 2 . 9% and each step there-
after shall be adjusted to maintain a 4% difference between
each step . All employees not at or above the top step
shall move one step . Employees at or above the top step
shall receive a 7% increase .
2 . Holiday. In addition to the regular holiday schedule ,
all employees in this Unit shall celebrate the day after
Thanksgiving as a holiday.
3 . Mileage Reimbursement . The rate of mileage reimbursement
has been increase to 170 for in-City mileage and 130 for
all other mileage .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Capital Budget Schedule
Alderman Gutenberger presented a schedule of the Capital Improve-
ment review process as set forth in the City of Ithaca Adminis-
trative Code :
May 15 All Capital Improvement requests to City Controller
for Capital Program Committee (Mayor , Controller ,
Superintendent and Planner) .
June 15 Capital Program Committee recommendations to the Capital
Improvements Review Committee (2 Aldermen , 2 DPI,? Members ,
2 Planning Board members) .
Aug . 1 Capital improvements Review Committee recommendations
to the Budget & Administration Committee of Common
Council .
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Sept . 3 Budget & Administration Committee recommendations
to Common Council .
Oct . 15 Common Council recommendations to the Mayor for
the Executive Budget .
Nov. 1 Mayor includes his recommendations for capital
projects in the Executive Budget .
Revenue Sharing Request Schedule
Alderman Gutenberger presented the following dates and deadlines
which will be used by the City and County--Revenue Sharing Request '
Schedule :
July 1 Deadline for submission of all requests to the
City Controller .
Aug . 1 Legal opinion of all requests completed.
Sept . 15 Recommendations from Human Services Coalition to
Budget and Administration Committee .
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Budget & Administration Committee come to a
decision by June 15 or before in respect to whether there is money
available from Revenue Sharing for award of applications .
Carried Unanimously
New Hires Approved
Alderman Gutenberger presented the following New Hires Approved
report to the Council :
Fire Department
Fire Inspector - CETA
Police Department
School Guards
Building Department
1 Housing Inspector
Department of Public Works
11 Seasonal Laborers
2 Laborers
2 Temporary Bus Drivers
100 Man Hours Per Week for Seasonal Labor at Golf Course
Planning Department
I Planner IV - CETA
Youth Bureau and GIAC
Recreation Leaders - CETA
1 Recreation Specialist - CETA
1 Maintenance Man
2 Full-Time Temporary Recreation Specialists
1 Full-Time Temporary Recreation Leader
2 Part-Time Recreation Leaders
1 Full-Time Temporary Recreation Assistant
1 Recreation Attendant - 20 Hours/Week
1 Part-Time Recreation Attendant
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and
Administration Committee in the total amount of $8 , 926 . 79 as listed
on Audit Abstract #8-1979 be approved for payment .
Carried Unanimously
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Referrals from the Board of Public Works
Bill- for Pumping at West York Street Pumping Station
Comm. Walker reported that the Water and Sewer Division has
presented a bill for approximately $16 , 000 for labor for pumping
at the West York Street pumping station.
"Resolved, That the bill for pumping at West York Street pumping
station be forwarded to the general fund for payment from Account
A8140 . "
Plan for Automation of West York Street Pumping Station
Comm. Walker reported that Mr. Hannan has presented a plan for the
automation of the West York Street pumping station at an estimated
cost of $22, 700. It can be seen from the foregoing report that
automation of the pumping station will return its cost in two or
three years .
"Resolved, That this Board recommends to the Common Council that
general fund monies be appropriated to finance this automation. "
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bill for approximately $16 , 000 for labor for
pumping at the West York Street pumping station, and the estimated
N cost of $22 , 700 for automation of the West York Street pumping
LU station be referred back to the Board of Public Works with the
direction that they be paid from the Sewer Fund.
Q Discussion followed on the floor.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
New York State Electric & Gas Easements--Cass Park
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on April 11 , 1979 , the Board of
Public Works approved granting an easement for underground electric
service for the ball field at Cass Park, and
WHEREAS, the City Attorney has approved the easement in form, and
WHEREAS, the granting of such encumbrance on City property is
necessary for the underground installation of electrical service
to the proposed ball field lighting ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council does hereby
authorize, upon the unanimous recommendation of its Planning and
Development Committee , the granting of the easement approved at the
above-mentioned Board of Public Works meeting , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Common Council does direct that
the land upon which the easement is given will be restored to the
condition in which it was received from the City, to the extent
possible .
Carried Unanimously
Collegetown Parking Meters
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
WHEREAS, there is a need for additional short-term parking in the
Collegetown area, and
WHEREAS , many of the parking meters in Collegetown now allow 10-hour
parking ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That this Common Council does , upon
the unanimous recommendation of its Planning and Development Co-,nittee ,
request that the Board of Public Works does change the 10-hour on-
street meters to 1 or 2 hour meters , and that it further requests
that 1 or 2 hour meters be installed on the west side of Linden
Avenue at least from Drvden Road to Bool Street , and that it further
requests that the meters in the City lot off Dryden Road be changed
to 2-hour meters .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Ithaca Center
Alderman Dennis recommended the formation of a committee to deal
with the Ithaca Center project--to be made up of Planning Board
members , Urban Renewal Agency members and Planning & Development
Committee or Common Council members .
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the Planning & Development Committee request-s from
the Common Council that the Planning & Development Committee be
empowered to act on the committee recommended .
Carried Unanimously '
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Alderman Slattery presented the following resolution passed at the
last meeting (April 23 , 1979) of the Ithaca Housing Authority:
RESOLUTION NO. #79-7 HUD-52471
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING SUBMISSION
OF APPLICATION FOR A LOW-RENT HOUSING PROGRAM
WHEREAS , the United States Housing Act of 1937 provides that there
shall be local determination of the need for low-rent housing to
meet needs not being adequately met by private enterprise ; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of the United States Housing Act of
1937 , the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development is authorized
to provide financial assistance to public housing agencies for low-
rent housing ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ITHACA HOUSING
AUTHORITY:
1 . That the members hereby determine that within its area of
operation there is a need for low-rent housing to meet needs not
being adequately met by private enterprise .
2 . That the Executive Director shall cause to be prepared and
the Chairman shall sign and send to the Secretary of Housing and
Urban Development an application for financial assistance for
(1) Forty-five dwelling units of low-rent public
housing to be provided by new construction,
(15 elderly/handicapped, 30 family) and for
a preliminary loan not to exceed $22 , 500 . 00 .
3 . In connection with the development and operation of any
program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance under
the United States Housing Act of 1937 , regardless of when such
program or activity or any portion thereof was or is initially
covered by any contract , the members will comply with all require-
ments imposed by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Public
Law 88-352 , 78 Stat . 241; the regulations of the Department of
Housing and Urban Development issued thereunder, 24 CFR, Subtitle
A, Part 1; and the requirements of said Department thereunder.
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca is committed to serving the housing
needs of its citizens ,
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has prepared and approved a housing
assistance plan which allows for the provision of 130 units of
new construction rental housing, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Housing Authority has constructed 271 housing
units to answer some of the housing needs- of low-income citizens
in Ithaca and desires to provide additional housing units on
scattered sites for the elderly, small families and large families ,
and
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WHEREAS, the Cooperation Agreement dated August 4, 1965 and
amended July 6 , 1966 has been entered into between the City of
Ithaca and the Ithaca Housing Authority, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Housing Authority and the City of Ithaca deem
it desirable to amend the Cooperation Agreement ,
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Housing Authority
and the City of Ithaca agree as follows :
1 . Section 2 of said Cooperation Agreement is hereby
amended by deleting the numeral 300 and substituting
in lieu thereof the numeral 430 .
2 . In all other respects the Cooperation Agreement ,
dated August 4, 1965 and amended July 6 , 1966 shall
remain in full force and effect .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Slattery presented the following breakdown of the proposed
additional units offered by HUD:
Amend HAP - 'Housing Assistance Plan
Lij Scattered Site Housing
Q 1 . 15 Units - Senior Citizen & Handicapped and Disabled -
Low Income
On Titus Tower Site
2 . 10 Units - Family - Low Rent
2-5 Bedroom Units
3-3 Bedroom Units
5-2 Bedroom Units
3 . 20 Units - 1 Bedroom Apartments - For Singles , Unmarried
No Children
No Play Area Required
Only two-sites required
300 Units now in our HAP Agreement ; amend to 430 Units
(In lieu of tax agreement amended in 1966 , original 1965)
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Alderman Slattery announced that the agenda items listed under the
Charter and Ordinance Committee will be reported on at the June
meeting of the Council .
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE :
Cable Commission
Alderman Bordoni reported that the City Cable Commission had met
and decided to accept membership in the County Cable Commission.
There is an annual membership fee of $50 . 00 .
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Request from Board of Public Works Re . Grocery Carts in Creeks
By Alderman Bordoni : Secon ed by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the matter of providing legislation covering
responsibility for the grocery carts left in the creeks be referred
to the Charter and Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
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Challenge Industry--Request for a Convevor Belt
AA derman Bordoni reported that a resolution was passed at the Board
of Public Works meeting : "Resolved , That Common Council be requested
to include an additional $150 . 00 on Line 418 of Account A80-160 to
provide repair of a broken belt in the glass recycling plant . "
Discussion followed on the floor , which resulted in the request
that Common Council not pay this amount until Challenge Industries
provides an activity report of the glass recycling operation which
resulted in the following resolution: "Resolved, That Challenge
Industries be asked for a report of the glass recycling operation . " -
Both resolutions were carried unanimously.
Resolution .3
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, the matter of the replacement of a belt for the glass
recycling operation at Challenge Industries be referred to the
Budget and Administration Committee .
Carried Unanimously
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION :
Alderman Holman reported that the Environmental Commission had
recommended that a Negative Declaration be prepared on the proposed
creation of the B-lb and B-2b business zones .
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
New York State Conference of Mayors
Mayor Conley requested guidance from the Council on what they want
to do about the dues for the New York State Conference for 1979-
1980 . He feels that the dues should not be paid--that the City
could save the money.
Resolution
By Alderman. Meyer : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the City pay the dues for the 1979-1980 New York
State Conference of Mayors .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Referral Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, that the' question of paying the dues for the 1979-1980
New York State Conference of Mayors be referred to the Budget and
Administration Committee for discussion and report back.
Carried Unanimously
Source Separation and Recycling
Alderman Meyer requested that the Department of Public Works and
DEC work together on a study of source separation and recycling .
Resolution
By Alderman Meyer : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, the matter of source separation and recycling be referred
to the Board of Public Works for study.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (8) - Boothroyd, Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman,
Meyer, Slattery, Saccucci
Nays (1) - Bordoni -
Absent (1) - Nichols
Carried
Sign Ordinance
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the status of Historic Signs be referred to the
Planning and Development Committee for report back.
Carried Unanimously
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Annual Reports
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, the Council accepts the Annual Report of the Board of
Public Works and the Annual Report of the Police Department .
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Slattery made the following comment : "I feel that every
member of this Common Council , including the Mayor, are honest ,
responsible members of this community with a great deal of integrity.
I have served three four-year terms on this Common Council and now
I have to make the following observations : Public service does
have its rewards , they do not include travel expenses for my wife ;,
golf fees , liquor bills or any other inappropriate expense that
the City of Ithaca has had to pay for. I think that the Ithaca
New Times has performed a great public disservice under the guise
of investigative reporting, by insinuating improprieties , where
in deed none exist . I find this type of reporting grossly unfair;,
and smacks of yellow journalism, and I hope that there is enough
T-i decency in the reportive staff and administrative staff of the
Ithaca New Times to make a public apology which I believe is due
Iq to each and every member of this Common Council , including the
N Mayor . The Ithaca New Times has been duped into participating in
Li dirty politics which is regretable , because they have damaged
Q their own reputation, not ours .
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ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 10: 30 P .M.
Jo p A. Rundle , City Clerk Edward J . on ey , ay
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF I`I'HACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. May 31 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger,
Holman , Meyer , Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Planner - Williams
Planner - Evans
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
Flag.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
(V By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boron.kay
W RESOLVED , That the Public Hearing to consider the Small Cities Program
< Second Year Application be opened.
Q Carried Unanimously
Mr. George L. Wands , Executive Director of the Strand Theater , addressed
the hearing, requesting consideration of funds being granted to two
proposals , copies of which he supplied to the Council- -one in the amount
of $ 31 , 139 to create three full- tune positions at the Strand Theatre ,
the other in the amount of $ 26 , 500 to replace essential plumbing and
fixtures throughout the Strand Theater .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded. by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED , That the request of Mr. George L. Wands , on behalf of the
Strand Theatre , be referred to the Community Advisory Ccmmittee and
the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency for review.
Carriecl Unanimously
Mr. Arthur Pierce , member of the Community Advisory Committee , and also
Director of the Neighborhood Housing Services , addressed the hearing ,
supporting the proposed Small. Cities Application and Entitlement
Amendments . He supplied copies of the Mini Repair Program which is
being funded through a Community Development Grant coordinated by the
City of Ithaca , and the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services 1978 Year
Fnd Report .
Resolution to Close Public Hea.ri_ng
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider the Small Cities Program
Second Year Application be closed.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca is committed to continuation of Rehabilita-
tion Activities in the Northsi_de/Southside target area , and
WHEREAS , the City has successfully moved along in implementation of its
first-year Small Cities programs arid projects , and
WHEREAS , second year projects are a continuation for the most part of-
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rst-year projects , ai:d also a continuation of the overall target area
strategy ,
NOW, THEREFORE , BE ii' RESOLVED , That Common Council approve the second
year Small. Cities Application and authorize the IMayor to sign the appli-
cation.
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the application , the original of which was submitted in May of 1978- -
Low Cost Rehabilitation Loans/Grants , INNS Rehabilitation Services ,
Elderly Mini Repair Program, 312 Technical Assistance Program, Southside
Northside Neighborhood Improvements , Greater Ithaca Activity Center
Improvements and West State Street Revitalization. The Summary of
Program Activity includes Parks , Playgrounds and Other Recreational
Facilities , Street Improvements , Relocation Payments and Assistance and
Rehabilitation of Private Properties .
Discussion followed 'on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Dennis expressed appreciation of the Council to Rosalind
Williams and Katherine Evans for putting this and other applications
together.
Alderman Holman commented that she really appreciated this kind of
balance sheet for the Council to see what Community Development funds
actually look like .
Change of Regular June 1.979 Meeting Date
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the Regular June Common Council meeting date be changed
from Wednesday, June 6 , 1979 to Wednesday, June 13 , 1979 .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (8) - Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman, Meyer , Nichols ,
Saccucci , Slattery
Nays (2) - Boothroyd , Bordoni
Carried
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Announcements
Budget an A ministration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger announced th the Budget and Administration
Committee will meet at 7 : 30 p .m. on June 7 , 1979 in the Common Council
Chambers .
Planning and Development Committee
Alderman Dennis announced that the Planning and Development Committee
will meet on .June 6 , 1979 .
1,4ayor' s Appointment
Personnel Administrator
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That Joan Collins be appointed as Personnel Administrator of
the City of Ithaca, at the annual salary of $17 , 081 . 00 , Step I of the
1979 Compensation Plan , said appointment to be effective as of May 31 ,
1979 .
Mayor Conley commented that sometime before the 1980 Budget , the position
will be review;;d along with other department heads to determine if re-
evaluation is in order.
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Housing Authority
Mayor Conley requested approval of the folloi,,-ing appointment :
Resolution
' .Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That James Yarnell , 14S Cascadilla Park , be appointed to the
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Ithaca Housing Authority , to fill the vacancy created by the resignation
of Gregory Kasprzak, for a term of office to expire October 17 , 1983.
Carried Unanimously
Courtesv Tickets
For information of the Council , Mayor Conley reported he had received
a communication from Police Chief Herson regarding the resolution of
the Board of Public Works directing him to discontinue courtesy tickets .
He said it was his understanding that the Common Council policy was , in
fact , passed by a resolution of the Council in its meeting of June 14 ,
1978 . Inasmuch as the Common Council is , in fact , the legislative body
of the City of Ithaca, it appeared to him that only the Common Council
has the authority to rescind its previous orders to his department . On
the basis of this understanding it is his inteD.tion that no action be
taken on the Board of Public Works resolution unless directed by either
the Common Council and/or the Mayor. Chief Herson commented that other
comments would be appreciated.
Mayor Conley reported that he had met with the downtown merchants and
�. the Collegetown merchants in regard to parking problems in both areas
and the Board of Public Works is rethinking the whoa issue of parking .
They have before them now a proposal supported by the Central Business
LIJ District and some members of the Board of Public Works that the City
< consider eliminating meters and creating two-hour free parking in the
Q Central Business District and, in fact , monitor this by chalking tires
and issuing tickets , and increasing the fine .
Letter from PARKIT
City Clerk Rundle presented the following memo received by Alderman
Holman from PARKIT (Prevent Alcohol Related Killings and Injuries in
Tompkins County) :
"Memo to all affiliated organizations for the information of your members .
An INVITATION to the Ithaca premier showing of the film "UNTIL I GET CAUGHT"
Friday, June 15 , 1979 at 8 : 00 p.m. - York Lecture Hall , Bldg . K, Ithaca
High School
What is it? A. sixty-minute , just-completed documentary on the drinking
driver problem, which was produced for national TV at Cornell ' s Department
of Psychology by prize-winning film makers David H. Gluck , James B. Maas ,
Michael Bronfenbrenner , and Linda Salzman Sagan . Narrated by Dick Ca.vett ,
the film takes us to several different cities in this country and abroad.
for a study of differing attitudes and attempted solutions . After several
years in the making , it is now ready for its first airing sometime this
summer , but two preview showings have been arranged. The New [York] State
Legislature , which financed the project at the request of Senator William
Smith, will have the first look- -at a gala reception in Albany on June 11 .
Tnen it will be our turn , and you are invited- - along with anyone else in
the area who is interested. Since PARKIT plays a small role at the very
end of the film, a few of us have been privileged to see an unfinished
version. It is exceptionally well done , and we think everyone concerned
about this problem iail.l want to see it .
Refreshments will be served after the showing. Do join us on June I.S .
There is no charge . "
Energy Saying
Alderman Saccucci reported that citizens have been expressing concern in
regard to the Police Department and Fire Department having sufficient
gasoline to carry on their operations . Mayor Conley commented that if
it becomes a problem, savings would be initiated with other city vehicles .
Mayor Conley reported that he had had a staff meeting , and there will be
more , on the specific question of energy in all forms . One recommenda-
tion made regarding energy saving mechanisms in this building was that
it night he „�cessar•, *'o clece Ci, •> Ial1 at 1 : 30 .m, u:u �c:atict r; `,tin^
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after that hour in City Court , fire stations or other buildings w}iich
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L*C l.V ��. i♦ i� � vi�v uJl\e� FC 1C..:.a,.mvla�xutl nJ a.1G Ji..Iw1.... iVL
savings policies , not only in city buildings , but in the entire city.
ADJOURNi1ENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8 : 50 p .m.
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os ph A. Rund e , City Clerk - Edward J. Conley , ayor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. June 13 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Boothroyd , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman , Meyer ,
Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT :
Alderman (1) - Bordoni
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
Director , Planning & Development - Van Cort
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Fire Chief - Weaver
City Engineer - Cox
Director, Youth Bureau - Cutia
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Supt . of Public Works - Dingman
Chief of Police - Herson
Asst . Youth Bureau Director (GIAC) - Byron
Commissioners of Public Works - Cleveland , Banfield
W City Clerk - Rundle
Q Alternate Acting Mayor Nichols chaired the meeting until the arrival
of Mayor Conley.
-PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Alternate Acting Mayor Nichols led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES :
By Al e.rman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That the Minutes of the April 26 , May 2 and May 31 , 1979
meetings be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Slattery requested the addition of three items to the agenda :
1 . an amended resolution concerning the Deep Shaft Demonstration Plant ,
2 . a personnel matter , and
3. an item to be introduced under New Business .
No Council member objected.
Planning and Development Committee
Alderman Dennis requested the removal of Items A and B from the Planning
and Development Committee agenda.
No Council member objected.
Ithaca Festival Resolution
Alderman Holman requested permission to introduce a resolution of
appreciation.
No Council member objected.
Human Services Committee
Aldermen accucci and Slattery reauested discussion on tht, disnosit:ion
of the mini -pool at GIAC .
No Council member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Center_Ithaca Development
'sir . liilliam Do��ning , Deliitt Park .Apartments , addressed the Council on
development of Center Ithaca , referring to the original proposal , as
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well as the limited plan the City has today . He suggested an alternative
solution for Ithaca which he believes ,,-i11 work : the construction now of
retail space only equal to the demand , and the provision for evolutionary
growth as retail space is needed. He said that approximately two- thirds
of the space should ultimately be developed; the remaining space should
be left open for the kind of landscaping or activity that would be
appropriate in our city . He specifically suggested the formation of a
Center Ithaca authority which would be able to develop a plan of open and,., ,
enclosed space and which would make commercial space available to owner
tenants on a private enterprise basis . There would be divided ownership :
private ownership of space set aside for shops , and public ownership of
open space . Six to ten million dollars increase in locally disposable
income would be required.
Mayor Conley arrived at 7 : 45 p . m.
Alderman Boothroyd arrived at 7 : 50 p . m.
Center Ithaca Development
'its . Carolyn Hanna, 212 South Hill Terrace , representing a growing number
of Ithacans , asked the Council to reevaluate the relevance of a large
shopping complex and downtown civic center. She suggested letting the
downtown evolve as needs grow, combining practical retail growth and an
environment both healthy and aesthetically pleasing.
GIAC Mini-pool
Mr. William Seldin , President of GIAC , addressed the issue of the Mini-
pool on Court Street , commenting that he hoped when the Council weigh
fiscal responsibility they also consider what kind of price tag they are
putting on children ' s needs . He asked the Council to approve the
restoration and maintenance-of-staff costs of the pool .
Ms . Audrey Cooper , coordinator of GIAC summer camp , addressed the Council'
in support of Mr. Seldin ' s request , emphasizing the need of the children
for instructional swimming which is not available otherwise .
Center Ithaca
Ms . Cindy Sc eibe , Lansing North Apartments , addressed. the Council , in-
forming them that a growing number of people are forming a group of
concerned citizens to be known as the Coalition for Community Space in
Center Ithaca. The group will meet on June 25 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 p .m. in
Boynton Jr. High School . All interested persons are invited to attend.
Courtes Tickets
Mr. David Ban field, Commissioner of Board of Public Works , addressed the
Council on the issue of Courtesy Tickets in the Downtown Business Area.
He reviewed the action of the Board of Public Works ; after researching
the matter he provided statistics to support the Board' s recommendation ;
and requested the Council to consider a resolution , one way or the other ,
as to how the Council feels about the problem.
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the extension of courtesy tickets be referred to the
Human Services Committee for a recommendation at the July meeting of
the Common Council .
Carried Unanimously
GIAC Mini-pool
Mr. Dennis Byron , Asst . Youth Bureau Director (GIAC) , addressed the
Council , supporting Ms . Audrey Cooper' s arguments for keeping the mini-
pool open for instructional programs , in light of past drownings in the
area.
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the item added to the agenda under Human Services Com-
mittee be advanced to this part of the agenda.
Carried Unanimously
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Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Common Council direct the Board of Public Works not
to sell the mini-pool ; reconsider funding the GIAC mini-pool program for
the 1979 season by transferring $$5 , 875 from Contingency to the Pool
Account ; and that the Board of Public Works be directed to repair and
restore the mini-pool as quickly as possible .
Referral Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council does not wish to dispose of the
mini-pool at GIAC ; and That the item of repair and restoration of the
pool for the 1979 season be referred to the Budget and Administration
Committee , with power to act .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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A vote on the Referral Resolution resulted as follows :
N Ayes (4) - Boothroyd, Nichols , Holman , Boronkay
L1J Nays (4) - Meyer , Dennis , Slattery , Saccucci
< Mayor Conley voted Nay.
Q Absent (2) - Bordoni , Gutenberger Motion Defeated
A vote on the Original Resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (5) - Meyer , Dennis , Nichols , Slattery , Saccucci
Nays (3) - Boothroyd, Holman , Boronkay
Absent (2) - Bordoni , Gutenberger
Carried
Mayor Conley announced that within the next few days he will determine
whether or not he will vetoe the action by the Council concerning the
mini-pool , after talking with the people involved and looking through
the preliminary report of a study the City has had done .
Center Ithaca Development
Mr. Richard Berg, a city resident , representing Ecology Action as well
as himself, addressed the Council in support of the requests of William
Downing and Carolyn Hanna; and asked for more time at this point to
consider proposals to be developed and considered, and that these pro-
posals be of appropriate scale and preserve some of the unique qualities
of the town-square type of environment that the Commons currently repre-
sents , and asked for year- around open space and businesses predominately
locally controlled.
Trains in hest End of City
Mr. Andrew Yale , representing the Ecology Action Transportation Committee ,
addressed the Council on the issue of alleviating train and traffic
conflicts in the West End of the City , and encouraged the Common Council
to facilitate the process of getting pre-emptive signals investigated
and implemented and investigate what can be done to ease the situation .
Alderman Slattery expressed appreciation to Mr. Yale for the work he has
done on the problem.
CO"IT�tUN I CATIONS :
Letter rom Mrs . Frank C. Baldwin
Cite Clerk Rundle pre sente the olIowing letter :
"Dear Mr. Rundle ,
Will you please convey to the Common Council of the City of Ithaca my
deep appreciation of the beautiful and generous resolution they passed
at their meeting on �Iay 2nd in memory of my husband . Ted would have
been deeply moved , as I was , on reading it .
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My family join me in thanking the Council for the impressive resolution
and for the condolences accompanying it .
Sincerely yours ,
Anne G . Baldwin"
Letter from Becky Logan
City Clerk Rundle presented the following letter:
"Dear Council Members ,
I am writing to request that the traffic light on the corner of Aurora
and Buffalo Streets be disconnected until the construction on Aurora
Street is completed. At the present time , traffic can only enter the
intersection from Buffalo Street , as Aurora Street south of the inter-
section is under construction and Aurora Street north of the inter-
section is one-way going north . Thus , no traffic can enter the inter-
section on Buffalo Street whenever the light is red, causing inconvenience
and confusion , especially during rush hour.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely ,
Becky Logan"
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , the letter from Becky Logan concerning the traffic light on
the corner of Aurora and Buffalo Streets be referred to the Parking ,
Traffic and Transit Committee of the Board of Public Works .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows : - _
Ayes (7) - Boothroyd, Nichols , Dennis , Holman , Boronkay ,
Slattery , Saccucci
Nays (1) - Meyer
Absent (2) - Bordoni , Gutenberger
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
New York State Conference of Mayors
Mayor Conley reported that he , Alderman Nichols and Personnel Admini-
strator Collins attended the New York State Conference of Mayors . Some
of the concerns discussed were Civil Service Reform to meet Affirmative
Action goals , as well as the situation that makes it easier for some
municipalities that are interested in getting more of their city resi-
dents qualified as possible employees to their municipalities ; Energy
and related problems such as construction codes governing installation
of wood-burning stoves ; development problems , budgets , etc.
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENTS :
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission
Mayor Conley requested the approval of the Council for the following
appointment :
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That William Seldin , DeWitt Apartments and 308 N. Cayuga
Street , be appointed to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission to
fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Betty Bagnardi , for a
term to expire December 31 , 1980 .
Carried Unanimously
Design Review Committee
Mayor Conley requested the approval of the Council for the following
appointment :
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Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That Joseph C. Moro , 214 Fayette Street , be appointed to the
Design Review Committee to replace Lewis Almo.
Carried Unanimously
CITY ATTORNEY' S REPORT :
UFAIR Project
City Attorney Shapiro reported that in discussion with Cornell University ' s
general counsel , Ralph Bernard, the City is at the point , in respect to
the UFAIR project , where UFAIR Corp . is prepared to offer the City a 13
foot wide strip along the Meadow Street portion of the UFAIR project , and
also a right-of-way for drainage ditch maintenance , etc. in the project
area. Having reviewed the papers , he requested a resolution from Common
Council to accept the deeds for those two items .
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That the Common Council accept conveyance of the two parcels
of land, as described by the City Attorney , subject to the City Attorney ' s
approval of content and form.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Q A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Common Council recessed at 9 : 08 p . m.
Common Council reconvened in Regular session at 9 : 37 p .m.
Alderman Gutenberger arrived at the meeting at 9 : 30 p .m.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Ithaca Center
Mayor Conley informed the Council that the City has requested financial
statements from the Ericson Development Co. and the Bergman firm with
which it is affiliated, but to date has not received them; therefore , in
the meantime he requested that consideration be given to a local
developer who is developing a proposal he feels is worthy of consideration.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Conley asked the Council how they wish to proceed. They decided
to accept credentials from any interested developer , review the proposals
and make recommendation to the Council who will then choose a project
sponsor.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
WkREAS , there is currently no conditional preferred developer for the
Ithaca Center Project ;
RESOLVED, That this Council directs that all proposals that developers
wish to submit for consideration by the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency and other appropriate bodies be
submitted by July 11 .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That proposals so submitted be evaluated for
recommendation and consideration by the above bodies no later than
Julv 25 .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (8) - Boothroyd , Boronkay , Holman , 'Meyer, Dennis , Gutenberger ,
Saccucci , Slattery
Nay (1) - Nichols
Absent (1 ) - Bordoni
Carried
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Resolution
By Ai erman TMever : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , this Council has taken action to open up the sponsorship for
the Ithaca Center ;
BE IT RESOLVED , That notification of this is sent to the New York Times ,
Syracuse , Binghamton , Wall Street .Journal , Washington Post and other
trade publications .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Aves (3) - 'Meyer , Holman , Boronkay
Nays (6) - Boothroyd , Nichols , Dennis , Gutenberger , Slattery ,
Saccucci
Absent (1) - Bordoni
Motion Defeated
CHANGE OF MEETING DATE :
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the July Common Council meeting be held on July 11 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Sign Ordinance Amendments
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca Sign Ordinance presently calls for the
removal of all nonconforming signs by August 31 , 1979 , and
WHEREAS , there is no provision in the ordinance for exceptions for
non-conforming signs which might be considered to have historic or
other values ; OMW
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , That upon the recommendation of the
Planning and Development Committee this Common Council does refer to the
Charter and Ordinance Committee proposed amendments to the Sign Ordinance ,
to be referenced in the Landmarks Preservation Ordinance , making pro-
visions for providing exemptions to a certain limited number of signs
which are deemed to have historic value.
Carried Unanimously
Greater Ithaca Activities Center
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS , the Common Council has authorized the expenditure of in excess
of $100 ,000 on improvements to the Greater Ithaca Activities Center
through the use of Community Development Funds , and
WHEREAS , further improvements to the GIAC are included in the budget of
the Small Cities Program and these improvements will cost in excess of
$150 ,000 , and
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca at this point does not own the building in
which the Greater Ithaca Activities Center is housed;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That upon the recommendation of the
Planning and Development Committee , Common Council refers to the City
Attorney and Budget and Administration Committee the investigation of
possible purchase of the GIAC building by the City of Ithaca.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Train/Car Conflict in West End
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS , there has long existed a conflict between railroad trains
travelling in north- south direction and trucks and cars going east and
west in the West End of the City of Ithaca , and
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WHEREAS , one possible means of alleviating this conflict involves the
installation of pre-emptive signals to control railroad trains and to
facilitate emergency vehicle movements from the center of the City to
the West End of the City and the county hospital ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council does , upon the
recommendation of the Planning and Development Committee , endorse the
concept of the installation of pre-emptive signals on the railway line
running through the West End, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City of Ithaca Planning and Develop-
ment Department and the Department of Public Works are hereby directed
to continue investigating the feasibility of installation of such signals
and the availability of possible funding sources for their installation.
Mayor Conley informed the Council that he had called Bill Hennessey
(NYSDoT) who said he would be happy to respond to the resolution as soon
as he receives the request .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Lj HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE :
Request for Change of Name
Q By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED , That this Council requests the management of the Sambo ' s
National Chain of restaurants to select another name for their Ithaca
site , as well as considering changing the names in other areas as well .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes ( 7) - Borankay , Holman , Dennis , Nichols , Gutenberger,
Saccucci , Slattery
Abstentions (2) - Meyer , Boothroyd
Absent (1) - Bordoni
Carried
Toilet Facilities at Titus Flats
By Alderman Slattery : econ e by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Council directs the Board of Public Works to provide
porta-johns on the Titus Flats playground to meet the need of the
Cinderella Softball team, and the necessary funds will be provided by
the Council .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Changes in Local Law revising composition and wording of Environmental
Conservation Commission
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE , That pursuant to the resolution of the Common Council
of the City of Ithaca , adopted June 13 , 1979 , the said Common Council
shall hold a public hearing at the Council Chambers , City Hall , 108 East
Green Street , on 1,1ednesday , the eleventh day of July at 7 : 30 p . m. , to
hear all interested parties and citizens for or against the adoption of
proposed changes in Chapter 106 (Conservation Advisory Council) of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That copies of the aforesaid proposed ordinance
be laid upon the desk of each member of the Common Council , by the City
Clerk , no later than July 1 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously-
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Changes in Cha ter 34 of the Cite of Ithaca MuniciVal Code (Sign
Or inance requeste by It aca Lan mar s Preservation Commission
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE , That pursuant to the resolution of the Common Council
of the City of Ithaca , adopted June 13 , 1979 , the said Common Council
shall hold a public hearing at the Council Chambers , City Hall , 108 East
Green Street , on Wednesday , the eleventh day of July at 7 : 30 P.M. , to
hear all interested parties and citizens for or against the adoption of
proposed changes in Chapter 34 (Sign Ordinance) recommended by the Ithac,
Landmarks Preservation Commission , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That copies of the aforesaid proposed ordinance
be laid upon the desk of each member of the Common Council , by the City
Clerk , no later than July 1 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Personnel Manual
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS , the Budget and Administration Committee has worked with the
City' s personnel negotiator in preparing a personnel manual for use by
the Personnel Department as recommended in the City ' s Administrative
Code , and
WHEREAS , the department heads have conferred with the personnel
negotiator and are aware of the provisions of the Personnel Manual , and
WHEREAS , the Charter and Ordinance Committee has reviewed the Personnel
Manual as currently revised;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council does hereby adopt
the Personnel Manual as the standard procedure to be used in the appoint-
ment and supervision of all city employees , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Personnel Manual , as hereby adopted,
may be amended as necessary by the Common Council , upon recommendation .,,
of the Budget and Administration Committee ,
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution To Table
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the above resolution be tabled.
Ayes (8) Boothroyd , Meyer , Dennis , Gutenberger , Holman , Boronkay ,
Slattery , Saccucci
Nay (1) - Nichols
Absent (11 - Bordoni
Carried
Visibility of House Numbers
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
WHEREAS, the safety of all citizens depends upon the prompt response
of the Ithaca Fire Department and Ithaca Police Department to emergency
calls , and
WHEREAS , prompt response may be delayed by difficulty in identifying
the exact location of an emergency because of lack of clearly visible
house or apartment numbers ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That it is the responsibility of each
property owner to display the number or numbers assigned to each building
clearly and prominently so that such numbers shall be clearly visible
from both street and sidewalk.
Discussion followed on the floor,
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Pilfered Shopping Carts
Alderman Nichols reported that her committee is working on a solution
for problems caused by pilfered shopping carts and hopes to have sorae-
thing ready for presentation at the next meeting of Council .
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMTIITTEE :
Mayor Conley re erred to a letter rorp. Town of Ithaca Supervisor , Noel
Desch , to Robert Allan , Chairman , Water & Sewer Committee , Board of
Public Works , regarding the use of sewer funds for the automation of
the West York Street Pump Station. He directed that a copy of the letter
be given to Alderman Slattery and that Alderman Slattery handle the
matter.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Challenge Industries ' Request or Conveyor Belt
Alderman Gutenberger reported that neither he or the Board of Public
Works have received the report requested from Challenge Industries
regarding the recycling of glass .
1979- 80 New York State Conference of Mayors ' Dues
By Alderman Guten erger : econ e y Al erman accucci
RESOLVED, That this Common Council authorizes payment of the dues for
the New York State Conference of Mayors for 1979- 1980 in the amount of
$2 , 060 .
Q Carried Unanimously
Amendment of 1979 Sewer Fund Budget
Establishment of New Pump tations
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seco—nd-e-J by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Sewer Fund Budget be amended as follows :
Establish Appropriation Accounts
68120-14 Forest Home Pump Station #1 $2 , 430
G8120-15 Forest Home Pump Station #2 760
68120- 16 Forest Home Pump Station # 3 760
G8120- 17 Forest Home Pump Station #4 630
68120-18 Forest Home Pump_ Station # 5 630
G8120-19 Burns Road Pump Station 630
Increase Revenue Account
62374 Sewer Service for Other Govts $5 , 840
Carried Unanimously
Creation of Deep Shaft Demonstration Plant Capital Project
By Al erman Guten erger: econ e y Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That there is hereby created a capital project to be known
as the "Deep Shaft Demonstration Plant" in the total amount of
$ 786 , 600 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the cost breakdown is as follows :
EPA Share 5500 , 000
Canadian Industries Ltd. Share -50 , 000
City of Ithaca Share 36 , 600
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the 1979 Sewer Fund Budget be amended as
follows to finance City Share :
Increase Appropriated Fund Balance 536 , 600
Increase 69550 . 9 Transfer to Capital Fund 36 , 600
Carried Unanimously
Creation of Nest York Street Pump Station Automation
By .A1 erman ,utenierger : econ e y A.1 ermanoot�iroyd
RESOLVED , That there is hereby created a capital project to be lnown
as "best Fork Street Pumping Station Automation , " and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the 1979 Sewer Fund Budget be amended
as follows :
Increase Appropriated Fund Balance 525 , 000
Increase G9S50 . 9 Transfer to Capital Fund 25 ,000
Carried Unanimously
Authorization of Execution of New York State Division for Youth Contract,
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk are herebv authorized and
directed to execute a contract with the New York State Division for
Youth for the GIAC Bottom Line Program.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of GIAC 1979 Authorized Equipment List
By alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the GIAC 1979 Authorized Equipment List be amended to
include $8 ,000 for a new van , contingent upon receipt of the 58 , 000
from the Social Service League of Ithaca.
Carried Unanimously
Authorization of Execution of Contract with Tompkins County Area
Development Corp .
,By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to execute a contract with Tompkins County Area Development
Corp . for $5 ,000 for funding of a half-time position in the Tompkins
County Area Development Corp .
Carried Unanimously
Tompkins County Television Cable Commission Dues
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That this Common Council authorizes payment of the membership
dues for the Tompkins County T .V. Cable Commission in the amount of $ S0 .
Carried Unanimously
Assessment Roll Corrections
By Alderman Gutenberger : . Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS , the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca included the property
known and numbered as 24 Woodcrest Avenue , Ithaca , New York , owned by
Patricia Giles Leeds of the same address , and
WHEREAS , pursuant to Section 5S4 (sub 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law,
the Director of Assessments has investigated an application for the
correction of an error in essential fact filed by said Patricia Giles
Leeds , and
WHEREAS, said investigation revealed that the dwelling was appraised
and listed as frame , whereas it is block, and
WHEREAS , the Director of Assessment recommends that the assessed value
of 24 Woodcrest Avenue be changed from $42 , 500 to $41 ,000 ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of
Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map 111-6-6 ,
24 Woodcrest Avenue , from $42 , 500 to $41 , 000 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
directed to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to prepare
a new tax bill for said property or mane an appropriate refund if the
1979 City Taxes have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
By' Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca included the property
known and numbered as 35 Woodcrest Avenue , Ithaca, New York , owned by
Alvin B. Carruth of the same address , and
WHEREAS , pursuant to Section S54 (sub 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law,
the Director of Assessments has investigated an application for the
correction of an error in essential fact filed by said Alvin B . Carruth ,
and
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WHEREAS , said investigation revealed that the veteran ' s exemption was
omitted, and
WHEREAS , the Director of Assessment recommends that the assessed value
of 35 Woodcrest Avenue be changed from $51 ,600 to $46 ,600 ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the 1979 Tax Roll for the City. of
Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map 112- 2- 23 ,
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35 Woodcrest Avenue , from $51 , 600 to $46 ,600 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized and.
directed to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to prepare
a new tax bill for said property or make an appropriate refund if the
1979 City Taxes have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of 1979 Safety Inspection Budget
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS , the administration of the 312 Program has been transferred by
contract to the Building Department , and
(v WHEREAS , the City will be totally reimbursed from Community Development
Funds ;
Q NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1979 Safety Inspection Budget
Q A3620 be increased as follows :
Account 210 - Office Furniture & Furnishings $1 , 300
Account 220 - Office Equipment 950
Account 310 - Offi.ce Supplies 1 ,450
Account 401 - Telephone 1 , 000
Account 411 - Printing 500
Account 415 - . Rent of Building 250
Account 422 - Fees for Professional Services 3 , 300
Account 433 - Travel and Mileage 1 , 500
Account 435 - Advertising 1 , 000
Account 436 - Dues , Memberships and Pub . 550
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That Revenue Account A4389 - Federal Aid -
Other Public Safety Aid be increased $11 , 800 .
Carried Unanimously ,
1980 Revenue Sharing Requests
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca has set a deadline for receiving Revenue
Sharing applications for July 1 , 1979 , and
WHEREAS , due to the anticipated budget constraints for the fiscal year
1980 , it is questionable that the City will be able to appropriate any
Revenue Sharing Funds to human services providers , and
WHEREAS , this Common Council does not want to exclude the possibility
of a human services provider having a unique idea that , if funded
through Revenue Sharing , would directly result in a savings of dollars ;
�'O1V, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the City of Ithaca will receive
applications for Revenue Sharing Funds for 1980 provided the applications
conform to the following criteria:
1 . The proposal :rust be for something that is unique (not the
traditional capital investments or staff positions) .
2 . The proposal must clearly indicate how a savings would result
from its implementation.
3 . The proposal must meet all criteria for Revenue Sharing .
Carried Unanimously
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Replacement of Police Vehicle
v Alderman Dennis : Seconde3 by .alderman Slattery
RESOLVED , That the 19;9 Authorized Equipment List for the Police
Department be amended to include 1 additional police car , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That $6 , 700 be transferred from x1990 Contingency
.account to A3120- 230 Police Department - Motor Vehicle Equipment , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this Common Council hereby declares an Aww
emergency and authorizes the Police Department to make direct purchase
Of the vehicle within the said appropriation.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Salary Increases
B y' Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED , That this Common Council hereby prohibits any salary increases
of any personnel , including part-time and seasonal positions , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That within sixty (60) days this Common Council
will adopt a uniform policy for the granting of salary increases , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this resolution will be in effect until
rescinded by Common Council .
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $25 , 596 . 84 , as listed on Audit (-
Abstract #10- 1979 , be approved for payment .
• Carried Unanimously I
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION :
Alderman Holman reported that the Commission is working on such matters
as oil spills in Cascadilla Creek ; they are working with the Water and
Sewer Division on procedures for such matters ; they have reviewed the
DEIS on Cherry Street and commended the Planning Department for the work
they did, and made some suggestions it is hoped will be incorporated in
the final EIS.
CIRCLE GREENWAY:
Al erman Nichols reported that the next issue of the Circumnavigator
will be dedicated to the waterfront and will contain some very interesting
articles .
Alderman Nichols reported that the Circle Greenway Commission have
purchased, with some of the funds left over from the beer sale at the
Bicentennial , badges to be worn by persons who have served the interests
of the Circle Greenway. She was authorized to present the badges to the
Council .
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Northeast Transit Stu y
favor Conley reporte-'T that the Board of Public Works , that afternoon ,
recommended that the Common Council be advised that the Board endorses
the City participation in the Northeast Transit Proposal set forth in
the final report of the Northeast Transit Committee dated April 24 , 1979 ,
with the understanding that the City Transit Division will be solely
responsible for contracting or otherwise providing for the operation of
the Northeast Transit route recommendation in this report .
The report calls for $4, 000-$ 5 ,000 on a 1-year trial basis . Fare will
be 50� per trip , tokens discounted to 33 1/3¢ if purchased in quantity.
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Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED, the issue of the Northeast Transit Proposal be referred to the
Budget and Administration Committee for report back at the next Council
meeting.
Carried Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Appointment o CETA Employee
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to enter into a contract , on
behalf of the City of Ithaca , with Eugenia Fadula for services to be
reimbursed by CETA, funds to be transferred from Planning 101 Salary
Account to the Contractual Account , said amount not to exceed $3 , 250 .
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
Two-way Tra is on N. Aurora Street
Alderman Meyer re erred to a request of her' s for reconsideration of
two-way traffic on N. Aurora Street in the 100 , 200 and 300 blocks ,
which has been denied for the second time by the Board of Public Works .
Resolution
U J By A—Berman Meyer : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
< RESOLVED , the matter of reconsideration of two-way traffic on N. Aurora
Q Street be referred to the Planning and Development Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Draft IntermunicipaI Agreement to Finance the Ithaca Sewer System
Evaluation Survey
Alderman Slattery called attention to Item b of the Water and Sanitary
Sewer Committee of the Board of Public Works Agenda, commenting that
he believed the Agreement should be ratified by the Common Council also .
He -asked that it be placed on the Common Councilvfor the next meeting .
Agenda
4 -Way Stop Sign - Geneva & Court Streets
Alderman Slattery called attention to the issue of 4-way stop signs
which were requested of the Board of Public Works by residents in
February , were recommended by the Board, but have not yet been placed.
NEW BUSINESS :
Resolution of Appreciation- - Ithaca Festival
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
WHEREAS , Ithaca Festival 179 brought together people of all ages in
planning , working , and participating together,
WHEREAS , Ithaca Festival 179 demonstrated that Downtown is truly alive
as people gathered together to creatively use urban space ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca , on behalf of the residents of the City , express enthusiastic
appreciation to coordinator Andrea Clardy and all those who worked with
her for their unflagging efforts which delighted and amazed us .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this resolution be spread upon the minutes
and a certified copy be sent to Andrea Clardy .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNIMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 11 : 37 p . m .
Jos ph A. Rundle , City Cler Fdw-ard J- �Coo_n�_e _or
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COM ;O : PROCEEDINGS
CITE- OF ITHAC:A , NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 p .m. July 11 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd , Bordoni , Boronkay , Dennis , Gutenberger ,
Holman , Meyer , Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
City Engineer - Cox
Deputy Fire Chief - Tuckerman
Director of Youth Bureau - Cutia
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Director , Planning & Development - Van Cort
City Clerk - Rundle
Acting Mayor Gutenberger chaired the meeting until the arrival of
Mayor Conley.
PLEDGE OF .ALLEGIANCE :
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Act ling- Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
W to the American Flag.
Q MINUTES :
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by .Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the Minutes of the June 13 , 1979 meeting be approved
as recorded by the .City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearing- -Changes in Local Lai; revising composition and wording
of Chapter 106 , "Conservation Advisory Council , " City of Ithaca N una l al
Code
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That the Public Hearing to consider changes in Local Law
revising composition and wording of Chapter 106 , "Conservation
.Advisory Council , " be opened.
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Elva Holman , 141 Pearsall Place , addressed the Council on
behalf of the Environmental Commission who asked her to represent them ,
and urged the Council to consider the proposed changes positively.
Basically , the changes are as follows :
Voting membership should be increased from six to nine members to
broaden the representation from the community. The Commission feels
this is important , particularly as the SEQR process begins to be
implemented in a vital way in the City of Ithaca .
.About two years ago the State Department of Environmental Conserva-
tion advised that the Council liaison to the Commission could not he
a voting member . It became increasingly di ficult at certain times
of the year to maintain a quorum so that the Commission could do
business . Increasing the membership to nine would allow a Loiter
chance for a quorum at those times of the year .
.Also , the Commission updated the language of the law and changed the
ex officio members of the Commission , dropping the county lelresenta-
tlye because the city holds two positions on the Enyi ronTent al
Management Conris ` lon of the County , ti;ereby provi6ing 1 icon between
the city and the county .
Resolution to Close Public he;: rin<,
90 Alac°rmA TAcnCLi : Q, ondcd b\ Al ._ r van Nichols
RL S0IV D , That the Public KeNr ing to ( o-icilar changes iz Local Law
revising compuni t : on and nording of Ch pier 106 , "Co?1nerval ion \dvisory
Council , " be closed .
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Public Hearing- -Changes in Ch ter 34 of the City of Ithaca Munici al
o e , ign Or finance , " requeste by the Ithaca Lan mar s Preservation
Commission
Resolution to Open Public Hearin
By Al erman Nichols : Secon e by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider changes in Chapter 34 of
the City of Ithaca Municipal Code , "Sign Ordinance , " requested by the
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission , be opened.
Carried Unanimously
Tania Werbizky, 528 S. Albany Street , addressed the Council on behalf
of the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission , expressing support
for the proposed amendment .
Resolution to Close Public Hearin
By Al erman Dennis : Secon e by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider changes in Chapter 34 of
the City of Ithaca Municipal Code , "Sign Ordinance ," requested by the
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission , be closed.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
annin an Deve o ment Committee
Alderman Dennis requeste t e a 1tion of one item: a resolution
concerning Cherry Street Industrial Park.
No Council member objected.
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Human Services Committee
Alderman Bordoni requested the addition of one item: Courtesy Ticket
Program resolution.
No Council member objected.
Commons Advisory Board
Alderman Meyer requested the addition of one item: a resolution con- N.
cerni'ng Sign Direction to the Green Street Parking Ramp .
No Council member objected.
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Guten erger requeste t e removal of two items from the Agenda :
Items C and 0 ; and the addition of one item: Capital Review Committee
recommendations .
No Council member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Raci,ally or Sexually Of ensive
11,1: iler Signs
Fro t. Jto ert Harris , 41 Uptown Village , an Argin Hutchins , 301 Maple
Avenue , Ithaca, , N.Y. , addressed the Council in regard to the "Sambo' s"
restaurant sign, which they claim sets black people apart as being in-
ferior, They- spoke in favor of abolishing the sign as a relic of
slavery in this country.
Alderman Boothroyd arrived at 7 : 55 p .m.
Si n Ordinance
Ralph Jor an, ecutive Director, Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
addressed the Council , requesting the Charter and Ordinance Committee '
and City of Ithaca Council to give very serious consideration to the
letter from the Local Affairs Committee of the City of Ithaca Activities
& Programs , . and from the Board of Directors of Tompkins- County Chamber
of Commerce , requesting at least a one-year deferral date be given in
terms of implementation of the Sign Ordinance .
Alderman Nichols pointed out that the law has been in effect for more
than si-x years , and all parts of this have been implemented except the
date for removing illegal signs in the business district .
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Energy Saving Program
Will-lam Shaw., 604 E. Seneca Street , addressed the Council concerning; a
proposed four-point gasoline and energy program which he presented to
the Council , and emphasized his commitment and desire to work with the
Council and current administration on the program.
"The Gas Crisis facing us all must be addressed at every level of govern-
ment . Ithaca has not and will not escape the high cost and limited
quantity of fuel.
As taxpayers , we must search for a reduction in the higher cost of the
City' s consumption of gas and oil .
As consumers , we must look to the City administration for leadership and
support in our personal efforts to use less gas and oil .
As homeowners and business people , we must act now to ensure adequate
heating oil and natural gas to heat our homes and businesses in the winter.
In my judgment , the Gas Crisis is too important for me to await the
election of Ithaca' s Next Mayor. Today , I have submitted to the current
administration and Common Council the following four-point program for
(U their consideration and action:
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1 . Reduce gas consumption by 20o for non-emergency city-owned vehicles -
Q immediately.
2 . Expand the city bus system into the northeast and explore other
expansion possibilities and service improvements..
3. Conduct an energy and gas consumption audit - now - to learn how
city buildings , equipment and vehicles can be make more energy-
efficient.
4. Meet with State and Federal officials , fuel oil and natural gas
suppliers and legislators to ensure next winter' s fuel oil and
gas needs will be met in Ithaca.
Each of these points states the concern I hear daily from the citizens
of Ithaca. "Let ' s act now - as individuals and a city - to conserve
gas and oil and reduce the cost of government related to the high cost
of energy. "
I have researched specific facts and developed details in support of
each part of that four point program and intend to work with Common
Council and the current administration to accomplish those objectives . "
Extension of Sign Ordinance
Dorothy Petrulis , one of t e owners of the Meadow Court Motel , spoke
to the Council , saying that the Motel has never had formal notification
that the Sign Ordinance is going into effect . She said they have been
in business six years , and she considers it unfair that they must remove
their sign , and requested an extension of time to implement removal.
Alderman Boronkay arrived at the meeting at 8 : 12 p .m.
Cherry Street Industrial Park
Don Chandler, President , Precision Filter , reaffirmed his interest in
becoming a tenant in the Cherry Street Industrial Park , providing it is
possible to start construction by next Spring.
Aurora Street - One-way
Joseph Minella, co-owner of Night Court , addressed the Council regarding
the decline of business in the 100 and 200 blocks of Aurora Street
since the street became one-way ; and requested the street be reconverted
back to two-way.
Sylvester Johnson , Isle of You , explained that there is a very simple
way for the public to understand how to get to the parking garages ,
which was pointed out by one of the traffic engineers of the City : the
traffic around the Commons goes counter clock wise , and if a car get :;
into the Counter clock-wjse traffic , he will he able to get to the pair? i :�g
garages or parking area , tut it needs to he puhl ici -eti .
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Coalition for Community Space
Cin y c eive , Lansing Apartments , informed the Council that the
Coalition for Community Space , a group of persons concerned about the
development of a Center Ithaca project , will hold a meeting sometime
within the next two weeks which will be publicized in the paper.
Ithaca Farmers ' ?Market
George Sheldon , Ithaca Farmers ' Market representative , presented the
following petition signed by 33 persons expressing their interest in
the development of the Center Ithaca project . Fourteen of the sig-
natures represent downtown businesses :
"To : James Dennis , Chm. Planning and Development Committee , Common
Council , City of Ithaca
We , the undersigned, believe that construction of an income producing
project on the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency site should be initiated
without delay.
We further believe that maximum use of this area for commercial space
is not necessarily optimum use . The demonstrated reluctance of
businesses of national scope to lease space in earlier development
projects suggests that mixed use of the area - part retail and office
space , part public space , and possibly some residential space - would
be the most workable and beneficial arrangement.
Ithaca Center will flourish when customers come in large numbers . This
influx of customers can be created in various ways . We believe that
with an imaginative and well thought out design reflecting the existing
nature of the Commons , the center will act as the principal magnet for
downtown business.
We believe that an established consulting firm can provide valuable ,
financial data and an objective appraisal of the problem and its
solution , with the result that the whole process of development of the ,
site will be expedited. >
Sincerely,
(33 signaturesj"
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the petition presented by Mr. Sheldon be referred to
the Planning and Development Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Sign Ordinance
Col . Dan Marvin , 3 Renwick Drive , commented on the Sign Ordinance , saying
that in all fairness the City should extend the date of implementation of
the ordinance .
Center Ithaca Development
Col , Dan Marvin read a letter from Ben Cassella and Harvey Greenblatt ,
Midtown Associates , developers- in the Binghamton, N. Y. area, concerning
a Center Ithaca project . (See attached letter. )
COMNIUN I CATIONS :
City Clerk Rundle read the following letters and resolution to the Counc
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
"Dear Mr. Rundle and Common Council :
The Local Affairs Committee of the Chamber at its meeting this week
requested of and received the endorsement of the Chamber Board seeking
a postponement of the implementation of the City Sign Ordinance until
August 31 , 1980 .
This action was requested and is of extreme significance due to the lack
of formal notification by the City to the businesses which will be in-
volved.
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Although the provisions have been in limbo for the past 6- 8 years , we
do not feel that adequate nor formal notice has been given and that
such is deemed ' a must ' before any ordinance is implemented with such
economic effect as the ordinance in question.
If this extension is granted, proper notification given, then all segments
of the community will be more properly served.
Most sincerely,
Sylvester Johnson, Chairman
LOCAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
CITY OF ITHACA ACTIVITIES $ PROGRAR4S
cc: Robert Barlow - Vice President External Affairs
Edward Seymour - Director Legislative Affairs"
"RESOLUTION
WHEREAS : The Sign ordinance of the City of Ithaca, as amended, requires
that all non-conforming signs be taken down as of August 31 , 1979 ; and
WHEREAS : Most of the businesses to be involved have not yet received
(\J written notification of non-conformity, which will in many cases , create
W a resulting hardship as a result of any removal , alteration or new sign
Q erection where less than one year ' s formal notice is given ; and
Q WHEREAS : This Chamber understands the necessity for sign regulation we
also suggest more time is needed to inform the public and business
community on the intent of the ordinance and physical adjustments which
will result , thereby lessening the confusion and impact on the part of
both the public and business community;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED : That the Tompkins County Chamber of
Commerce representing some 550 plus business firms in Tompkins County
does go on record requesting the Common Council of the City of Ithaca
to postpone the implementation date of this ordinance until , at least ,
August 31 , 1980 . Such postponement will allow for sufficient time to
study the provisions of the ordinance thereby resulting in as little
economic impact as possible upon the local business community and the
shopping habits of the public in general .
ADOPTED THIS : 10th DAY OF July 1979
BY THE : Tompkins County Board of Directors
Edgar Scholl , President"
Letter from Mrs . Betsy Darlington
"John Gutenberger and the rest of
Common Council
Dear John Gutenberger:
The first year of Ithaca Festival , I was critical . The second year ,
I was skeptical but went anyway to the Saturday evening events . I
found , to my surprise , that it was great . It seemed to have something
for everyone . This year I went to the Saturday evening events and the
things at Stewart Park on Sunday. It was even better than last year.
This is my concern : What is going to happen to Ithaca Festival when
Ithaca Center is built ? Is the city planning to see that the design
of the buildings is such that this event and others could still take
place? For example , could the roofs be on different levels so events
could actually take place on them, or could some of it be underground,
with just a low roof above ground? Can space be left for the Wednesday
Farmer' s Market ?
Every city is full of, buildings - mostly big ugly square chunks . But
how many cities have events that are as fun as Ithaca Festival , or as
convenient (and nutritious '. ) as the Farmer' s Market ? Not meaning to pun ,
Ithaca would lose a lot of its flavor if it lost these and other thin<os
that now use the empty space . These events make Ithaca special , different
from your run-of- the -mill city , and they are the thin`,s that draw people
here from other places .
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I hope Ithaca Center will be built with the same care and planning that
the Commons was , with provision for all the special events that dis -
tinguish Ithaca.
Sincerely ,
Betsy Darlington (Mrs . )
P. S. Could you please share this letter with the rest of Common Council
and Ed Conley? Thanks ; "
Memo from Robert 0. Dingman
Reading of a memo from Robert 0. Dingman concerning Glass Recycling
was waived inasmuch as each alderman had a copy of the memo on his desk.
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Local Law Amen ing C apter 106 , Local Law Number One of the Year 1979
Entitled Commission for Conservation of the Environment- - laid on the
Council members ' es s on July 2 , 1979 by t e City Cler
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by -Alderman Slattery
BE IT ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York as
follows :
1) That Section 106. 3 Membership shall read as followsi
A. The Commission shall consist of fifteen (15) members, of whom
nine (9) shall be voting members appointed by the Mayor , subject to
approval by the Common Council , and the remainder shall be ex-officio
members as provided herein. All members shall be appointed for full
terms of two years . Persons residing within the City of Ithaca who are
interested in the improvement and preservation of environmental quality
shall be eligible for appointment as members of the Commission. All
members of the Commission shall have reached their sixteenth birthday on,
the day that their appointment takes effect , and at least one voting
member shall not have reached his or her twenty-second birthday. Vacanc s
on the Commission shall be filled in the same manner as the original
appointment , except that a vacancy occurring other than by the expiration
of the term of office shall be filled only for the remainder of the un-
expired term.
B. The Mayor, two (2) Aldermen as selected by the Common Council , the
City Attorney, a member of the Planning Board, and a member of the Board
of Public Works and other officials that may be hereafter designated by
the Common Council shall be ex-officio members of the Commission and shall
retain such membership until the expiration of their term of office . The
City Clerk or the Clerk ' s designee shall attend all meetings to record
the official minutes .
2) That Section 106 . 1 Legislative intent shall be revised to read as
follows :
The preservation and improvement of the quality of the environment within
the City of Ithaca . . . . It is recognized that the ecologic integrity
of the natural environment on which humanity is dependent . . . .
3) That Section 106 . 4 Officers , meetings and committees shall read
as follows :
At the first meeting of the Commission, its members shall elect from amo
themselves a Chairman. The City Clerk or the clerk ' s designee shall act
as recording secretary . . . .
4) That Section 106 . 5 Powers and duties of the Commission shall read
as follows :
The powers and duties of the Commission shall be to :
1 . Advise the Common Council on matters affecting the preservation ,
development , and use of the natural and physical features and
conditions of the City insofar as beauty, quality , ecologic integrity ,
and other environmental factors are concerned and in the case of
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human activities and developments , with regard to any major threats
posed to environmental quality, so as to enhance the long-range
value of the environment to the people of the City .
3. Conduct studies , surveys , and inventories of the natural and
physical features within the City of Ithacca and such other stud purposes� '
and surveys as may be necessary to carry out the
of this Chapter .
S) That Section 106 . 9 Construction shall read as follows :
This Chapter shall be deemed an exercise of the powers of the City of
sisal
Ithaca to preserve and improve rthe
enauandtfuturehinhabitantsnthereof.
environment on behalf of the p owers
This Chapter is not intended and shall not be deemed to impair the p
of any other public corporation.
6) This Local Law shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law immediately after filing in the Office of the Secretary
�. of the New York Secretary of
N The question of the adoption of the ,foregoing resolution was duly put to
W a vote on roll call , which resulted "as follows :
Q Boothroyd Aye Dennis Aye
Boronkay Aye Nichols Aye
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Aye
Meyer Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Bordoni Aye
Ayes (10) Carried Unanimously
Mayor Conley arrived at the meeting at 8 : 48 p .m.
Ordinance requested b�� LandmarkssPrnsetoabe o selected sbonthem--Ordinance
retention o certain historic
amendin Cha ter 34 of the Cit of Ithaca Munici al Code of Ordina.nc�s
ORDINANCE NO. 79- 7- -An ORDINANCE AMENDONPE ITTTHE3RETENTIONOODICERTAIN
OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE
SIGNS OTHERWISE PROHIBITED
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca ,
New York , as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 34 entitled "Sign Ordinance" is hereby amended
as follows :
Sec. 34 . 3 Definitions : Add (new) : 17 . The term "historic ig���
shall mean an existing exterior sign erected prior t
1950 which may or may not refer to an occupant ,
ness , service or product currently or previously
existing or offered on the premises on which the sign
is located or within the City . Historic signs shall not
s .
be limited to sites designated as local nmoreLof the
Historic signs are distinguished by c or
following characteristics : design ; decoraive activities
age ; historic relationship to persons , p
or products of the City ; or their rep resentancludinge the
y
advertising techniques or sign technolo, ,
use of materials , techniques and devices no longer in
common use for signage , such as , but not limited to ,
Carrara glass , painting directly on b ,,ilding surfaces ,
. The term shall include repro-
and exposed neon tubing ductions of original signs as provided further in Sec .
34 . 15 below .
Sec . 34 . 4 General Rec,ulat ions : Acid to subsec . (B) alter the word
`'titt - -- "' _c Sept as provided in Sec . X4 . 15 helo�< .
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Sec . 34 . 5 Permitted Signs in All Districts_: Add to subset . (B) :
6 . Historic signs , as provided further under Sec . 34 . 15
below. ( Attached to Minutes Book)
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Boothroyd Aye Dennis Aye
Boronkay Abstained Nichols Nay
Gutenberger Aye Slattery Nay
Mever Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Bordoni Nay
Ayes (6)
Nays (3)
Abstention (1)
Carried
Approval of City Personnel Manual
Resolution tabled at June meeting of the Council)
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , the Budget and Administration Committee has worked with the
City ' s Personnel Negotiator and the City ' s Personnel Administrator in
preparing a personnel manual for use in the Personnel Department as
recommended in the City ' s Administrative Code , and
WHEREAS , the Personnel Negotiator and the Personnel Administrator have
conferred with each department head and have offered opportunities for
suggestions and comments that have been incorporated into the prelimi-
nary draft , and
WHEREAS , the Charter and Ordinance Committee has reviewed the Personnel
Manual as currently revised;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby
adopt the Personnel Manual as the standard procedure to be used in the
appointment and supervision of all city employees , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Personnel Manual as hereby adopted
may be amended as necessary by action of the Common Council .
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Boothroyd Aye Dennis Aye
Boronkay Aye Nichols Aye
Gutenberger Aye Slattery - Aye
Meyer Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Bordoni Aye
Ayes (10)
Carried Unanimously
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENT :
Mayor Conley read the following memo from himself to Alderman John
Gutenberger:
"To : John Gutenberger , Alderman
From: Edward Conley , Mayor
Subj : City Personnel Board, and Establishment of
Date : July 11 , 1979
Effective as of this date , I am establishing a Personnel Board with
you assigned as its first chairman. To assist in the duties the
following personnel are assigned as members :
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Bernard Carpenter representing the Department of Public Works
Richard Daley representing the Finance Department
James Gibbs representing the Civil Service Commission
Thomas Hoard representing staff of Building Commissioner' s office
Elva Holman representing Common Council
Charles Weaver representing the Fire Department
James Dennis representing Common Council
The duties of the board will be to act in an advisory capacity to the
Personnel Administrator concerning personnel functions of the city and
perform all other duties as directed by this office , or as may be re-
quested by the Common Council . In this respect you are authorized to
convene the Personnel Board when deemed necessary to consider those
matters brought to your attention for review and recommendation. The
term of office will run concurrently with the term of the Mayor. "
Mayor Conley requested approval of the Council for the establishment of
the Personnel Board and the appointment of members for a term to expire
December 31 , 1979 .
Resolution
By Al erman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That this Council approves the establishment of a Personnel
W Board and the appointment of members , as outlined by Mayor Conley , for
Q a term of office to expire December 31 , 1979 .
Q Carried Unanimously
Personnel Manual
By. Al erman Nic ols : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED , That the Personnel Administrator is hereby authorized to
publish the manual in whatever form is most economical and convenient ,
and to use as a title page a statement that the manual was formally
adopted by the Common Council on July 11 , 1979 .
Carried Unanimously
Request To Exclude Racially or Sexually Offensive Advertising Signs
from the City of Ithaca
Alderman Nichols reported having discussed the matter of the Sambo ' s
restaurant with City Attorney Shapiro who feels the Council does not
have the power , under the U. S. Constitution , to prohibit any sign ,
however obnoxious its message . With that in mind he recommended that
people who find the sign obnoxious should use their economic power -to
try to bring their feelings to the community. Alderman Nichols asked
them to explain their feelings to the Common Council in order that
people should understand the history of this controversy and their attitude
toward the controversy, so that Common Council might have an opportunity ,
if they wish , to indicate their support of an economic boycott . In
committee , she had prepared a petition and a number of the aldermen had
already signed it , that they regularly eat in a restaurant at least once
a month and that they will not eat in any restaurant whose sign is offensive
to any large number of people . . . . She said she felt it right to bring
it up on the Council floor , knowing that the Mayor has taken a position
on it , as well as several councilmen .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Charter and Ordinance Committee be directed to continue
the study of possible enabling legislation to authorize the City to exert
control to eliminate signs that may be offensive to many of their citizens .
Carried Unanimously
Increase in Income Cellin2 for Property Taxes of Elderly
>v A I d ermao N—i—c No!s_ ce o�Jed v .Al erman Slattery
WHEREAS , the New York State Legislature has amended the Real Property Tax
Law (Chapters lOS and 109 of the La�,s of 19791 to permit municipalities
to set income eligibility at any level between three thousand dollars and
eight thousand dollars for homeowners aged 65 and over who qualify in
other respects , and
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WHEREAS , the Tompkins County Board of Representatives and other local
taxing jurisdictions have approved increases in the partial tax exemption
to eight thousand dollars , and
WHEREAS , such an increase in the income ceiling seems Justified by the
recent increase in Federal Social Security payments , and
WHFREAS , the Budget and Administration Committee of the Common Council
approved the increase of the partial exemption for persons whose present,
income ceiling is now seven thousand two hundred dollars ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the City Attorney is hereby request
to draft legislation amending Chapter 81 of the City of Ithaca Municipal '
Code to reflect the increase in the income ceiling for partial tax
exemption for senior citizens from seven thousand two hundred dollars
($ 7200) to eight thousand dollars ($8 ,000) , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That this change shall be effective for the 1980
tax levy of the City of Ithaca.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Design Review Board Criteria Recommendations
Alderman Nic ols reported that t e Design Review Board had met and
established the following criteria to be considered in reviewing
developers ' proposals :
(1) compliance with zoning regulations ;
(21 use of measurable/definable design criteria such as rhythm and
proportion of openings and facade elements , including signage ;
(3) mass and scale of solids and voids in plan and, in relation to "
buildings adjacent and in the rest of the zone , including continuity
of street facades and setbacks ; RHI
(4) adequacy of provisions for user circulation and access , both
vehicular and pedestrian ;
(S) compatibility of materials , colors and finishes, on the exterior of
the building in question , and between it and others in the zone ;
(6) particular attention to these and other appropriate criteria in
cases of additions and alterations , or when the site involves new
construction in a historic district .
These criteria must be approved or modified by the Common Council before
the Design Review Committee formally makes recommendations . They now
have several proposals in hand and they would like very speedy action by
the Council .
' Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED, That the Design Review Board Criteria recommendations be
referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee,
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Introduction of Candidates
Mayor Conley introduced William Shaw, Mayoral candidate and Nancy
Schuler , candidate for alderman in the fourth ward.
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENTS :
Mayor Conley requested approval of the following appointments :
Board of Zoning Appeals
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That this Council approves the appointment of Mr. Alfred C .
Aman , Jr. , 320 Wait Avenue , to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term
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of office to expire December 31 , 1981 , to fill the vacancy caused by
the resignation of Peter Martin.
Carried Unanimously
Tompkins County Youth Bureau Board
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED, That this Council approves the appointment of Louis Nayman ,
502 East Seneca Street , to the Tompkins County Youth Bureau Board, as
a City representative .
Carried Unanimously
City Youth Bureau Board
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this Council approves the appointment of Rosemary Burke ,
309 E. Court Street , to the City Youth Bureau Board.
Carried Unanimously
Board of Public Works
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That this Council approves the appointment of John MacInnes ,
108 Grandview Court , to the Board of Public Works , for a term to expire
December 31 , 1980 , to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of
LIJ David Banfield.
Carried Unanimously
Q Common Council recessed at 9 : 55 p.m.
Common Council reconvened in Regular session at 10 : 05 p .m.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR :
Mayor Conley reported that he considered vetoing previous action of
Council regarding providing funds for the GIAC pool , police automobile ,
Port-A-Johns and restrooms for the ballfields . After meeting with
various department heads money was found from the existing budget to
cover the appropriations .
Tavern Licenses
By Al erman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED , That a temporary restraining order , or 30-day Moratorium, be
declared on issuance of tavern licenses , due to the problems the Police
Department has been experiencing after hours in the Commons Area and
the problem of patrols in the area.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Substitute Resolution
By Alderman Boothroy : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of issuance of additional tavern licenses in
the area from Geneva Street to the foot of the hill , between Buffalo
and Green Streets , be referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee
for review.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (9) - Boothroyd , Meyer , Gutenberger , Boronkay , Slattery ,
Nichols , Dennis , Holman , Saccucci
Nay (1) - Bordoni
Carried
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS REVIEW C0T2,1ITTEE :
Elmira Roa Proiect
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the Capital Improvements Review
Committee recommends that the Elmira Road project be completed as
originally designed by elimination of the overhead utility lines . The)'
also recommend that this matter be referred to the City Attorney to take
whatever actions are ' necessary to expedite this project .
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Secon(led by Alderman Saccucci
RFSOIXED , That the matter of lighting of the Flmira Road project be
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referred to the Budget and Administration Committee , to meet with the
representatives of the Spencer Road area to discuss actions recommended
by the Capital Improvements Review Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Design of Parkin Lot "E"
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the Capital Improvements Review
Committee has reviewed the design of Parking Lot "E" and recommends to
Council that this project be included in the 1980 Budget .
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED , That the design of Parking Lot "E" be referred to the Budget '
and Administration Committee .
Carried Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Northeast Area Transit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That Common Council approves the City ' s participation in the
Northeast Transit proposal as set forth in the final report of the
Northeast Transit Committee dated April 24 , 1979 , with the understanding
that the City Transit Division will be solely responsible for contracting
or otherwise providing for the operation of the Northeast Transit route
as recommended in the report .
Carried Unanimously
Authorization of GIAC Agreement with Tom kins County EOC
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Al erman Dennis
RESOLVED , That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to execute an agreement with Tompkins County Economic Oppor-
tunity Corp . for $6 ,000 to help fund the summer program at GIAC .
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of 1979 Zoning Authorized Equipment List
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED , That the 1979 Zoning Authorized Equipment List be amended to
include 4 bookcases and delete an office desk and chair.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of 1979 Youth Program Budget I
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the 1979 Youth Program Budget be amended as follows :
Increase A7310- 101 - Youth Program - Salaries
$65 ,068 - Summer Work Training Program
5 ,940 - CETA Recreation Attendant
Increase A2350 - Youth Services - $65 , 068
A2768 - CETA Grant Title VI - $51,940
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
East Clinton Street Bridge Capital Project
By Al erman Gutenberger : SEconded by Al erman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the East Clinton Street Bridge Capital Project be
referred to the Budget and Administration Committee for review.
Carried Unanimously
Stewart Park Duck Pond Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Meyer
WHEREAS, Common Council established a capital project of $26 , 000 for
the rehabilitation of the Stewart Park Duck Pond from trust funds , and
WHEREAS, $1 , 403. 43 remains in the account which can be used for addi-
tional work , such as straightening of fences and improvement of the
grading ;
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NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council hereby increases the
capital appropriation for rehabilitation of the Stewart Park Duck Pond
to a total of $27 ,403. 43 contingent on the availability of these funds
from the trust department of the Tompkins County Trust Company.
Carried Unanimously
Toilet Facilities at Titus Flats
By Alderman Gutenberger : Secon ed by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , at the June 13, 1979 Common Council meeting the Board of Public
Works was directed to provide portable johns on the Titus Flats playground
to meet the need of the Cinderella Softball team, and
WHEREAS , the necessary funds must be provided;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That $220 be provided from A1010-433 ,
Legislative Board - Travel $ Mileage for rental of portable johns at
the Titus Flats playground.
Carried Unanimously
Draft Intermunicipal Agreement to Finance S. S. E. S. (Sewer System
Evaluation Survey)
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That a draft Intermunicipal Agreement to finance the Ithaca
L1J Sewer System Evaluation Survey , dated May 23 , 1979 , be adopted as the
Q basis for the sharing of costs of said Sewer System Evaluation Survey
Q with the Town of Ithaca and the Town of Dryden ; this resolution to
become effective upon the adoption of the same agreement by the Towns
of Ithaca and Dryden and the approval of the City Attorney.
Carried Unanimously
GIAC Mini-pool
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED , That Common Council hereby rescinds the resolution passed June
13 , 1979 , appropriating funds for the GIAC mini-pool ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Common Council directs the Board of Public
Works not to sell the mini-pool ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $5 , 875 be transferred to A7180A Beach � Pools
from A7310-101 Youth Program - Salaries $4 ,475 ; A7310-435 Youth Program -
Advertising $ 300 ; A7310A GIAC Program - Salaries $1 , 100 ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works be directed to
repair and restore the mini-pool as quickly as possible ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That GIAC will include in their 1980 Budget
request funds to maintain and staff the GIAC mini-pool for the 1980
season .
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Slattery commended the Board of Public Works for the excellent
job they did on the mini-pool .
Replacement of Police Vehicle
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED , That Common Council hereby rescinds the resolution passed
June 13 , 1979 , appropriating funds for one additional police car ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the 1979 Authorized Equipment List for the
Police Department be amended to include one additional police car ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That $6 , 700 be transferred from A3120- 101
Police Department - Salaries to A3120- 230 Police Department - Motor
Vehicle Equipment ; and
BE IT FURTHER RFSOLVF-D , That this Common Council hereby declares an
emergency and authories the Police Department to make direct purchase
of the �,ehicle within the said appropriation .
Carried Unanimously
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Convenor Belt for Challenge Industries
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS , Challenge Industries has requested the repair of a conveyor
belt for their glass recycling plant , and
WHEREAS , Challenge Industries was asked for an accounting of the glass
recycling operation and the City has received the report , and
WHEREAS , the Board of Public Works has requested that Common Council
include an additional $ 1S0 in A8160 -418 Refuse $ Garbage - Equipment ...b
Maintenance to repair the conveyor belt ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council directs the
Department of Public Works to appropriate the SIS0 from their existing
budget .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Council noted a memo from Mr. Dingman , received July 9 , 1979 regarding
this item.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Cherry Street Industrial Park Bond
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
A RESOLUTION_AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE _QF $Z75_,2$5_SERTAL-BONpSAAND__ _
$10 , 225 CAPITAL NOTES OF THE CITY OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY , NEW YORK,
TO PAY THE COST OF VARIOUS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CHERRY STREET
INDUSTRIAL PARK
BE IT RESOLVED , by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York , as follows :
Section 1 . The following public improvements at the Cherry Street
Industrial Park , in and for the City of Ithaca, Tompkins County , New
York , are hereby authorized as follows :
a) The construction of streets , including sidewalks , curbs , gutters
and landscaping and the acquisition of land therefor , a class of
objects or purposes , at a maximum estimated cost of $150 ,620 ;
b) The construction of sanitary sewers , including incidental improve-
ments in connection therewith , a class of objects or purposes , at
a maximum estimated cost of $50 , 230 ;
c) The construction of storm sewers , including incidental improvements
in connection therewith , a class of objects or purposes , at a maximum
estimated cost of $53 , 78S ; and
d) The construction of water lines , including incidental improvements
in connection therewith , a class of objects or purposes, at a
maximum estimated cost of $ 30 , 875 .
Section 2 . The total aggregate estimated cost of the aforesaid classes
of objects or purposes is $285 , 510 and the plan for the financing
thereof is as follows :
a) By the issuance of $275 , 285 serial bonds of said City , which bonds
are hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the pro-
visions of the Local Finance Law, of which amount $143 ,085 shall be --mr
allocated to the construction of streets heretofore described in
subdivision a) of Section 1 hereof, of which amount $S0 , 2,30 shall be
allocated to the sanitary sewers heretofore described in subdivision b)
of Section 1 hereof, of which amount $51 ,095 shall be allocated to
the storm sewers heretofore described in subdivision c) of Section 1
hereof, and of which amount $ 30 , 875 shall be allocated to the water
lines heretofore described in subdivision d) of Section 1 hereof ; and
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b) By the issuance of $10 , 225 capital notes of said City , which capital
notes are hereby authorized to be issued therefor pursuant to the
provisions of the Local Finance Law, of which amount $ 7 , 535 shall be
allocated to the construction of streets heretofore described in
subdivision a) of Section 1 hereof, and of which amount $2 ,690 shall
be allocated to the construction of storm sewers heretofore described
in subdivision c) of Section 1 hereof. Such capital notes shall be
sold at private sale and all further powers in connection with the
details and the sale thereof are hereby delegated to the City Con-
troller in accordance with the Local Finance Law. Pursuant to Section
107 . 00 of the Local Finance Law, the proceeds from the sale of such
capital notes will be provided prior to the issuance of the bonds
herein authorized or bond anticipation notes .
Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable useful-
ness of The aforesaid classes of objects or purposes is as follows :
a) The construction of streets - fifteen years pursuant to subdivision
20 (d) of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00 of the Local Finance Law;
b) The construction of sanitary sewers and the construction of storm
sewers - forty years pursuant to subdivision 4 of paragraph a of
Section 11 . 00 of the Local Finance Law; and
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Q c) The construction of water lines - forty years pursuant to subdivision
1 of paragraph a of Section 11 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
Section 4 . The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca , Tompkins County ,
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 in said City a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and
interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable .
Section S . 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
City Controller , 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 City Controller , consistent with the provisions of
the Local Finance Law.
Section 6 . 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 City is not authorized to expend money , or
2) The pio-tisior_s of 1ati 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 proi�isions of
the Constitution.
Section 7 . This resolution , which takes effect immediately , shall be
pu lis �e i'n full in The Ithaca Journal , the official newspaper , to-
y Clerk in substantially the form pro-
gether wi'th a notice of the Cvided in Section 81 . 00 of the Local Finance Law.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a 1•ote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
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Boothroyd Ave Dennis Aye
Boronkav Ave Nichols Ave
Gutenberger Aye Slattery aye
'Meyer Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Bordoni Aye
Ayes (10) Carried Unanimously
Cherry Street Industrial Park
By A,IT man Dennis : Secon ed by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized to exercise the a
option for the purchase of the Lounsberry property for the City of
Ithaca to be developed as the Cherry Street Industrial Park.
1979 Assessment Roll Correction
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS,, the 1979d Tax
as 3081310rNorth City
Geneva Street , lIthacaa New yerty
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known and number
owned by James W. Carey , and
WHEREAS , pursuant to Section SS4 (sub 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law ,
the Director of Assessments has investigated an application for the
correction of an error in essential fact filed by said James W. Carey ,
and
WHEREAS , said investigation revealed that a fire on February 24 , 1979
destroyed attached garage and unfinished room, and
WHEREAS , the Director of Assessment recommends t7at400etassss400value
of 308- 310 North Geneva Street changed
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RduOevthe 1979 Ta-x
Tax Rap160�3- 8I,e308t310f
Ithaca be amended to re
North Geneva Street , from $ 75 , 400 to $ 72 ,400 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
directed to make
said property oramake an appropriatelrefundoiPfr re
the
a new tax bill l P
1979 City Taxes have been paid. Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED , That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $90 ,471 . 42 , as listed on
Audit Abstract #12- 1979 , be approved for payment .
arried Unanimously
Amendment to 1979 Authorized E ui ment List for the GIAC Program
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Al erman Nic ols
RESOLVED , That the request for amendment to 1979 Authorized Equipment
List for the GIAC Program be referred to the Budget and Administration
Committee . Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Aurora Cayuga Streets- -One-way Pair
By Al erman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Meyer
WHEREAS , the one-way traffic pattern on Aurora and Cayuga Street in
downtown Ithaca has been in operation for some time , and
WHEREAS , there is still concern among members of this Common Council
and others , that this traffic pattern has a negative impact on the
Central Business District and causes inconvenience to those living in
surrounding residential neighborhoods , and
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WHEREAS , returning to a pattern of two-way operations will probably
require removal of all or some of the parking on Cayuga and Aurora
Streets in downtown for all or some part of the day, and
WHEREAS , the last phase of the Peripheral Streets Capital Project is
now under construction , changing the traffic pattern in downtown for
the duration of construction ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That upon recommendation of the Planning
and Development Committee , this Common Council does direct the Board of
Public Works to perform a study of changing the traffic pattern on
Aurora and Cayuga Streets to two-way operation and that this study should
include the effects on parking in the CBD which would result from such
a change .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Meyer :
That the resolution include the request for a study of economic and
planning issues , in addition to the traffic study.
N The resolution failed for lack of a second.
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A vote on the original resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (9) - Bordoni , Meyer, Gutenberger, Boronkay , Nichols , Dennis ,
Holman , Slattery , Saccucci
Nay (1) - Roothroyd
Carried
Ithaca Center
Director of Planning and Development Van Cort reported that to date
there has been one submission , three letters expressing interest , and
two others who would be interested under certain circumstances , in
respect to development of Ithaca Center.
Mayor Conley informed the Council that the committee has asked Mr .
Van Cort to spend a couple of days in Washington talking with consultants
about the possibility of entertaining proposals , or looking into this
possibility. He suggested referring the six proposals to committee ,
sitting with the committee after Mr. Van Cort returns from Washington
with whatever information he gathers there , and at that time try to de-
fine a procedure of how to proceed from that point on.
INITERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Tour of Sewage Treatment Facility
Alderman Slattery announced that there would be a tour of the Sewage
Treatment Thursday , July 12 , at 8 : 00 a.m. Persons interested will meet
behind the P & C and proceed from there .
Fire Contract
Alderman Slattery reported that the Board of Fire Commissioners have
drafted a new fire contract which , to the best of his knowledge , has
not yet been approved by the Town of Ithaca ; however , it does provide
for emergency medical treatment to be extended to the Town of Ithaca.
This will be discussed with the Town of Ithaca at the next meeting and
Alderman Slattery will report back to the Council .
HUMAN SER17ICES COMMITTEE :
Extension oT—Courtesy Tickets
Al e Bor oc ni reported twat the committee had met on July 3rd and
reviewed paper work given to them by members of the Board of Public
lVorks along with other information which resulted in the following
resolution :
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
h'HERE.AS , the Board of Public liorks , on May 23 , 1979 , voted to rescind
the program of courtesy tickets , and
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WHEREAS , the intent of the courtesy tickets was to encourage short -
term parking and to encourage shopping in and visitors to the downtown
business area , and
WHEREAS , the enforcement of the courtesy tickets has been and is difficult ,
and
WHEREAS , there has been a lack of cooperation from some of the merchants
and their employees , and
WHEREAS , there has been a definite loss of parking meter and parking
violation revenues , and
WHEREAS , it is difficult to establish accurately the amount of sales
tax gained or lost because of the courtesy tickets ;
VOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council hereby rescinds
the courtesy ticket program, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , That the normal parking meter practice be resumed
upon proper notification to the news media within one week (7 days) of
the approval of this resolution.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (9) - Boothroyd, Boronkay , Gutenberger , Meyer , Saccucci , Dennis ,
Slattery, Holman , Bordoni
Abstention (1) - Nichols
Carried
COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD :
Sign Direction to Green Street Ram
By Alderman Meyer : Seco n ed by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , Carreiro Design has designed signage for a comprehensive sign
plan to be completed within a year , and
WHEREAS , there is an immediate need to properly sign the entrance to
the Green Street Ramp due to the complicated nature of the one-way streets ,
and
WHEREAS, the Commons Advisory Board has recommended that action be taken
in response to community concern ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , That Common Council provide funds for
the execution of this portion of the plan and that it be referred to
the Budget and Administration Committee .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
DeWitt Par - Northwest Corner
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the First Presbyterian Church of Ithaca has cleaned and re-
furbished the plantings at the northwest corner of DeWitt Park and
turned this area over to the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the cost of labor and materials for the project was contributed
by the Memorial Gifts Committee of the Church and honors the memory of
the son of former Alderman Paul Kilby , and
WHEREAS , DeWitt Park is the center of the City ' s historic district ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , That the Common Council expresses its
appreciation to the First Presbyterian Church , its Memorial Gifts
Committee and the family of former Alderman Paul Kilby.
Carried Unanimously
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ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned into Executive Session at 11 : 40 p .m.
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Jose eh A. Run e ; City Cle - Edward J. Con ey , Xayor
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MIDTOWN ASSOCIATES
66 Front St
Binghamton, N.Y.
13905
10 July 1979
Mayor Edward J. Conley
and Common Council Members
City of Ithaca
108 East Green Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
RE: Ithaca Center City Development Project
Dear Mayor and Aldermen,
Reference is made to the telephone conversation between Matthys VanCort of
the City Plannirg Office and Lt Col Daniel Marvin USA (ret) of Ithaca Land-
marks Ltd. on 6 July 1979 regarding the Ithaca Center City Development Project.
Having met with the Mayor, City Planner and City Attorney on 4 April 1979 and
subsequently with leading downtown businessmen and women on the 21st of June
both Harvey Greenblott and Myself feel. a desire to consider a request for
preferred developer status for the Center City project once we are more
familiar with what the City has to offer in the way of assistance to make this a
viable project. We attach a listing of some of our development projects and
business ventures for your review and invite you, as a body, to visit the Tri-
City Area and allow us to show you what we have done and are doing both in
the downtown area (The MIDTOWN MALL) and suburban locations. We would
welcome your City officials to contact their counterparts in Binghamton to
obtain, first hand, their knowledge of our capabilities and proven performance.
It should be recognized that we have just yesterday received the base map for
your project site and are waiting, from the members of Common Council, an
indication of what the City is willing to do to assist in this noteworthy project.
We were pleased, at the 21 June meeting, to receive the enthusiastic personal
endorsement of Jim Rothschild and we now have a feeling for what is needed
with regard to retail space and office "mix" in the downtown area. There are,
however many questions to be answered before a reputable developer can take
the first step in design and tenant prospecting. 1 he first item of importance
is the acquisition of the land. Mr. VanCort has indicated that the asking price
for the land is $400, 000. 00. This alone would, in our judgement, cause the
development cost to be such that we would have difficulty in assuring quality
construction and compatibility of facade design with existing Commons aesthetics
without sacrificing our ability to quote comptetive rents to prospective tenants.
Perhaps the City would consider a 99 year ground lease at nominal cost over the
start up period and recognize the ultimate benefits in real property and retail
taxes to the City subsequent to development of this site.
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BEN L. CASELLA & HARVEY GREENBLOTT
A SAMPLING OF DEVELOPMENTS IN THE TRI-CITY AREA - 10 JULY 1979
1. MIDTOWN MALL: 30, 000 sq ft Retail and 66, 400 sq ft Office Space
- 31, 000 sq ft offices leased
- 10, 000 sq ft offices being negotiated
- 20, 000 sq ft retail being negotiated
2. Two Shopping Plazas Developed and Leased
3. Oakdale Plaza - Directly across from Oakdale Mall - Leasing Activity
- 66, 000 sq ft Service Merchandisers
- Grand Union Supermarket
- National Drug Store
- 17, 000 additional square feet being negotiated
4. Twenty Fast Food or Family Style Restaurants Built to suit & leased
5. Development of the "Executive Spa"
6. Development of Grossmans location
7. 23 Luxury Apartments and Executive Offices under development
8. 12 Bi-level units under development
In addition they are involved in many partnerships as owners of a significant
amount of downtown real estate to include the Chase Manhattan Bank. Bldg,
Downtown Bank of New York Bldg and others.
An adaptive use project to convert the former City Incinerator Building into
a retail/office complex is in the design stages.
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Ownership of a total of 7 businesses in the area.
Have been part of the motivating force behind the revitalization of downtown
Binghamton with continued commitment to that task.
LEGAL NOTICE
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, at a
regular meeting, July 11, 1979, passed the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 79-7
"N ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 34 ("SIGN ORDINANCE") OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE
0 PERMIT THE RETENTION OF CERTAIN SIGNS OTHERWISE PROHIBITED.
. E IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, as
follows:
Section 1. That Chapter 34 entitled "Sign Ordinance" is hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 34.3 Definitions: Add (new) : 17. The term "historic sign" shall mean
an existing exterior sign erected prior to 1950 which may or may not
refer to an occupant, business, service or product currently or
previously existing or offered on the premises on which the sign is
located or within the City. Historic signs shall not be limited to
sites designated as local landmarks. Historic signs are distinguished
by one or more of the following characteristics: design; decorative
character; age; historic relationship to persons, places, activities
or products of the City; or their representation of early advertising
techniques or sign technology, including the use of materials,
techniques and devices no longer in common use for signage, such as,
but not limited to, Carrara glass, painting directly on building
surfaces, and exposed neon tubing. The term shall include reproduc-
tions of original signs as provided further in Sec. 34.15 below.
Sec. 34.4 General Regulations: Add to subsec. (B) after the word ":at.tache.d";
"cep.t--as provided i-a Sec: 34.15 below.
Sec. 34.5 Permitted Signs in All Districts: Add to subsec. (B) : 6. Historic
under signs, as provided further der Sec. 34.15 below.
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sec. 34. 15b. Won-conforming Sigrs: Redesignate initial paragraph as subsection (A) .
Add after date "1579" in first sentence: with the exception of historic
signs as provided below.
Add after initial word "All" in second sentence: other.
Add new subsee. B as follows:
E. Historic signs
Historic signs in any zoning district shall be exempt from the
requirements to conform by August 31 , 1979 , and from other require-
ments of this ordinance provided they obtain an approved historic
sign permit in accordance with the following:
1 . Procedure: Requests for retention of signs a;hich are felt
to be historic may be made to the Building Commissioner by the
owner of the property on which such sign is located, by the owner's
agent, or by any- other party with the oWner's consent; and shall
be made in writing. A completed sign permit request shall be
submitted for each such sign, and identified by the suffix "H" after
the permit number. Each such .request shall be accompanied by a
statement outlining the reason for the request, including written
or pictorial information documenting the sign's history,
briginal and current purpose, colors and other relevant details
which may be helpful in evaluating the request.
Requests may be made at any time, and are not limited by the dead-
line imposed by Section 34.15A.
Upon receipt of a completed request form and supporting document-
ation, the Building Commissioner shall refer the request and
documentation to the Landmarks Commission for a determination as
to whether the sign is historic. If the Landmarks Commission
does not inform the Building Commissioner of its determination
within thirty (30) days of receipt of the referral , the request
( shall be treated as a regular sign permit application in ac-
cordance with this Chapter.
Upon receipt of a determination from the Landmarks Commission,
the Building Commissioner shall determine whether the sign is
related directly to uses currently existing on the premises , and i1=
so shall proceed as if it were a regular sign permit application
subject to the following:
a. Signs determined by the Landmarks Commission to be historic
shall be permitted in addition to conforming signage currently existing
on the premises , but shall be counted in computing the amount of signage
permitted on the premises in the eventadditional signs- are applied for.
Nonconforming , nonhistoric signage on the premises shall' be treated as
provided in subsection 34.15A, and shall not preclude approval of historic
signs.
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b. Consistent with considerations of safety, such signs shall
be permitted to retain their original size, shape, location, method
of attachment, illumination, projection from building surface and
other characteristics. Modifi cations thereto for any purpose shall
respect the character and appearance of the original sign, and the
reasons for such modification shall be clearly explained in the appli-
cation. _
C. If such sign would be it any alrespect e refGrredntorthegBoardhof
provisions of this ordinance, i
Zoning Appeals for approval .
Historic signs which are clearly unrelated to existing uses of the pre-
mises, and which conform in all other respects to the requirements of
this ordinance, may be approved without referral to the BZA, and shall
not be counted against the signage permitted on the premises so long
as they remain functionally unrelated to existing uses thereon. Historic
signs forming an integral part of the original design or ornament of
a building shall not be required to be removed, conformed or obliterated
in order to comply with the terms of this ordinance, but shall be
reviewed as provided by this subsection.
2. Signs on Landmark Sites: Signs on sites designated as local land-
marks shall be referred to the Landmarks Commission for a determination
and a Certificate of Appropriateness before approval action by the
Building Commissioner or BZA. Signs on sites designated as having
State or National historic significance; but not locally designated,
shall be referred to the Landmarks Commission for determination as to
• whether they are historic, and shall be governed by applicable regulations .
3. Maintenance, Repair, Alteration, and Restoration: Approved historic
signs shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions of this
and other applicable regulations. Approval of a historic sign permit
shall bear with it the responsibility of the owner of the sign to
maintain and rehabilitate the sign to a state as close to the original
condition and appearance as feasible, including the restoration of
exposed neon-type illuminating systems to operation. Replacement of
original visible components %.:ith substitutes to retain the original
appearance shall be permitted provided such replacements accurately
reproduce the size, shape, color and finish of the original .
Alterations or repairs to historic signs shall be accomplished using
materials which match original materials as closely as possible, and
which in ?ny case are compatible with the original . Historic signs
which are severely damaged or deteriorated , or which are for other
good reason impractical to rehabilitate or repair in their existing
condition , including signs remaining basically intact in their original
location which have been partly obscured by overpainting or weathering
or which have been covered by subsequent building remodeling , may be
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reproduced in a format as closely matching the original as possible,
and may be relocated or erected in a position near the original loca-
tion, consistent with the other provisions of this chapter and with
consideration of esthetics. Alterations, reproductions or relocations
of historic signs shall be referred to the Landmarks Commission for
approval or Certificate of Appropriateness, as applicable.
In the event that a historic sign is not rehabilitated or maintained
in accordance with the terms of this subsection within one year of the
issuance of a historic sign permit, the Building Commissioner shall
be authorized to require its maintenance, repair or removal as pro-
vided in sections 34.13 and .14 above.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance with law
upon publication of a notice as provided in #3.11(B) of the Ithaca City Charter.
By Authority of the Common Council
of the City of Ithaca, New York
Joseph A. Rundle, City Clerk
City of Ithaca, New York
July 19, 1979
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We suggest that the Common Council authorize the City Planning Staff to
work in concert with one or more potential developers over the next 60 days
to develop a design and marketing approach to this development project
which is compatible to City needs and which will compliment existing im-
provements (the Commons) and businesses. We would be happy to cooperate
in this type initial ground,\rork.
The City Planning Staff could then make recommendations to the Common
Council concerning both project scope, phasing (if considered), design and
preferred developer.
We therefore respectfully request that you judiciously approach this most
significant downtown development project and allow for the strategy and
the time that is needed to assure a high degree of success with minimal
risk. Common Council should be involved in any decision regarding th�a
structuring of the overall project as relates to sAle, lease, etc. and should
assure itself that the most likely to succeed design and developer have the
opportunity to move forward for the benefit of all concerned.
We have asked Col. Marvin, who would be our Leasing Agent, to present this
letter to you and to advise you that we would be happy to meet with Common
Council at a later date to discuss the feasibility of the project once certain
decisions, as outlined above, have been made by your august body.
Most sincerely yours,
Ben L. Casella
Midtown Associates
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cc: Lt Col Daniel Marvin USA (ret)
Mr. Matthys VanCort
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7: 30 P.M. August 1 , 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman,
Meyer, Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Asst. City Controller - Spano
City Attorney - Shapiro
Personnel Administrator - Collins
City Engineer - Cox
Planner - Meigs
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
CSI MINUTES:
Lij By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the July 11 , 1979 meeting be approved as
Q recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested the addition of one item, Tax-_Roll ' Changej
to the agenda.
No Council member objected.
CANDIDATES PRESENT AT MEETING:
Mayor.'Conley'in i7oduxed thef6llowing aldermanic candidatos, who were
present at the meeting:
James Wells Republican * 'First WArd
John MacInnes Democrat - Second Ward
Betty Bagnardi Republican - Third Ward
James Miller Republican - Fourth Ward
David Banfield Democrat - Fifth WArd
Howard Schlieder Republican - Fifth Ward
Mayor Conley also introduced Republican Mayoral candidate William Shaw
who was present.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Letters from Chamber of Commerce
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That reading of two letters received in the Clerk's Office
from the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce be waived inasmuch as each
alderman had been given copies of the letters .
Carried Unanimously
Letter from Stuart Stein
City Clerk Rundle read the following communication from Stuart Stein,
Chairman of the City Planning & Development Board:
"July 24, , 1979
Mayor and Common Council
City of Ithaca
Dear Mayor Conley, Ladies and Gentlemen:
I am pleased to report to you that the new design for city stationary,
including business cards , has been finalized by the City Graphics design
consultant and the planning staff, as you have directed. This Board has
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reviewed the final design in detail , and we are well satisfied that it
combines the qualities required of letterhead for official business .
As you can see from the examples , it is fresh without striving for effect :
the subdued colors , city seal and classic typeface distinguish the basic
stock, and special distinction may be added by using individual department
logos. I hasten to point out that the printed letters , seals , etc. will
be diamond-clear: the processes used for these mock-ups couldn' t duplicate
commercial quality.
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The specifications for this stationery will now be transmitted to the
City Clerk so that , as various departments exhaust their supply of the
present stock, reorders will be printed in the new style .
Very•.truly yours ,
Stuart Stein
SS:JM:sjs" Chairman
PETI'TI'ONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
Development of Ball iel s or Cinderella Softball League
David Band 1d, 312 E. Fall Street, spoke to the Council about the need
for softball fields for the Cinderella Softball League , suggesting the
development of land at the north end of Cass Park.
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Resolution Requesting Ithaca Youth Bureau To Provide Adequate Ball-playing
Facilities for Girls and Young Women in the 1980 Season
By Alderman Nichols: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, contributions from individuals and community organizations have
achieved the completion of lighted playing fields at Cass Park, and
WHEREAS, adequate facilities have not been provided for the hundreds of
girls and young women who participate in the various softball programs fo
girls , and
WHEREAS, the assistance and support of the community were essential in
providing the new facilities at Cass Park;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT . RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby request
the Ithaca Youth Bureau to include in its program for 1980 the provision
of ball fields to accommodate the needs of the many girls and young women
who wish to participate in organized sports , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That community support and involvement shall be
enlisted to obtain more and better athletic facilities for women and
girls , and in particular to develop an area inside the sixteen acres owned
by the City of Ithaca within the New York State parkland at the northern
boundary of Cass Park, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be referred to the Departments
of Public Works and Planning and Development and the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee of the Council.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Veto Message--Courtesy Parking Ticket Program
"Re : Common Council Resolution of 7/11/79 Terminating the Courtesy
Parking Ticket Program
As Mayor of the City of Ithaca, and pursuant to the provisions of the
Charter of the City of Ithaca, I hereby veto the resolution of the Common
Council , adopted 7/11/79 , terminating the courtesy parking ticket program.
It is my belief that many of the complaints addressed by the Common
Council resolution may be dealt with in constructive manners rather than
a termination of the program itself. Specifically , the Ithaca Police
Department should be directed to develop , and is capable of developing ,
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adequate enforcement procedures to eliminate some of the problems and
alleged abuses that have arisen. Further, the parking meters were
installed, not for the purpose of providing revenue to the City in parking
fees and fines , but rather to assure a turnover in the use of the parking
spaces. This purpose is consistent with the Courtesy Parking Ticket Program
and has , I believe , resulted in increased sales tax revenues and other
tangible benefits to the City.
At this time when the City is attempting to attract developers , retailers ,
and shoppers to its downtown, the City must do all it can to encourage the
use of its downtown central business district. Further, there are currently
proposals before the City from the DIBA and other groups , as well as
internal suggestions , which are undergoing analysis and review. Some of
these proposals are quite promising and to change the current system before
a comprehensive review is completed would be imprudent.
In conclusion, T veto this Common Council resolution with the hope that
in the next few months solutions can be found and implemented that will be
consistent with the City's larger goals .
Edward J. Conley
Mayor
Ld July 13, 1979 :
Q Mayor Conley reported that he had been trying to put together an alternate
to the Courtesy Parking system--atrial two-hour free parking in the
Bu§iness District , but due to Officer Norman and Supt. of Public Works
Dingman being away on vacation he did not have a presentation ready.
CITY CLERK'S REPORT :
'Polling Places
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the following be and are hereby designated as polling
places in each election district in the City of Ithaca, New York, at
which registration of voters , elections and primaries shall be held
during the year 1979 , pending approval from the various organizations :
FIRST WARD
1st District Chestnut Street West Hill School
2nd District 800 S. Plain Street Titus Flats Housing
3rd District 626 W. State Street #6 Fire Station
• 4th District 300 W. Court Street G. I .A.C. Building
SECOND WARD
ls-t District 300 W. Court Street G. I .A. C. Building
2nd District 300 S. Geneva Street St. John's School
3rd District 520 Hudson Street South Hill School
THIRD WARD
1st District 309 College Avenue #9 Fire Station
2nd District 5'02 Mitchell Street Belle Sherman School
3rd District 502 Mitchell Street Belle Sherman School
FOURTH WARD
1st District 402 N. Aurora Street St. Paul 's Methodist Church
2nd District Aurora & Buffalo Sts . _.First Unitarian Church
3rd District 309 College Avenue #9 'Fire Station
FIFTH WARD
1st District 1012 N. Tioga Street #7 Fire Station
2nd District Cor. King & Aurora Sts . Fall Creek School
3rd District 309 Highland Road First Congregational Church
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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CITY ATTORNEY' S REPORT:
City Attorney Shapiro reported that he has a couple of zoning and code
enforcement cases currently pending.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
Telephone System Improvements
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Department has ordered new telephone
equipment to improve service in the department , and
WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee will be meeting with the
vendor to discuss these improvements , including the location of the
installation of the equipment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the decision of the location of the
equipment be referred to the Budget and Administration Committee with
power to act .
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Authorized Equipment List - Youth Program
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Authorized Equipment List for the Youth Program
be amended to include the following:
1 Mini Portrait Instant Camera $400 . 00
1 Camera Tripod 90 . 00
1 Tripod Screen 40. 00
1 Ultima Flash 100 . 00
1 Film Holder 75 . 00
TOTAL $705 . 00
and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $705 . 00 be transferred from A7310-312 Youth
Program-Equipment , Parts & Supplies to A7310-250 Youth Program .- Other
Equipment.
Carried Unanimously •
Amendment of Authorized Equipment List - GIAC Program
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Authorized Equipment List .for the GIAC Program
be amended to include one letter size file cabinet , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $55 . 00 be transferred from A7310A- 312 GIAC
Program-Equipment , Parts F Supplies to A7310A- 220 , GIAC Program-Office
Equipment.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Authorized Equipment List - Bus Operation
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That contingent on approval by the Board of Public Works , the
1979 Authorized Equipment List for the Bus Operation be amended to
include one General Electric Century 11 mobile radio to be installed in
the City bus system, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $640. 00 be transferred from A5630-440 Bus
Operation- Insurance to A5630-250 Bus Operation-Other Equipment.
Carried Unanimously ° $
E. Clinton Street Bridge Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works requested at its July 3, 1979 meeting
that Common Council establish a capital project for the improvement of
the East Clinton Street Bridge over Six Mile Creek, and
WHEREAS, the Capital Improvements Review Committee has reviewed the
project and recommends that the project be established;
NOW) THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby establishes
a capital project to be known as "East Clinton Street Bridge Improvements"
in the amount of $12 ,000 , and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That said funds be transferred from Reserve
Account #4 - Bridges .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Parking Lot "E" Improvements Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby establishes a capital project
to be known as "Parking Lot "E" Improvements ," and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $56,000 be included in the 1980 Capital
Budget for funding of said project.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
d- Carried Unanimously
N Expungement of Penalty on City Taxes
Lii By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
Q. WHEREAS, the Budget and Administration Committee received a request for
Q expungement of the penalties on City taxes for properties located at
134 College Avenue and 514 E. Buffalo Street , and
WHEREAS, after reviewing the circumstances , the Budget and Administration
Committee recommended that the request be denied;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the request for expungement of the
penalties on City taxes for properties located at 134 College) Avenue and
514 E.. Buffalo Street be denied, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be directed to notify
the owner of this decision.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Risk Management Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That this Common Council acknowledges receipt of the Risk
Management Audit prepared by the Ithaca Agency, dated March 1 , 1979
(a copy available at the City Controller' s Office) , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the audit be referred to the Budget and
Administration Committee for review and report.
Carried Unanimously
Personnel on Both Voucher and Payroll
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That effective August 1 , 1979 all personnel hired for professional
services with the City of Ithaca shall be covered under a formal contract ,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That all such contracts shall be approved for
content by the City Attorney prior to approval by Common Council and
execution of said contract.
Carried Unanimously
Creation of Office Manager Position
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , at the July 3, 1979 Board of Public Works meeting , the Super-
intendent of Public Works was authorized to request the creation of an
Office Manager position , and
WHEREAS, the request has been reviewed and approved by the Personnel
Administrator ;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby creates
the position of Office Manager in the Department of Public Works , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That when this position has been filled, the
Principal Account Clerk position in the Department of Public Works will be
eliminated, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That any salary established for the position of
Office Manager must be in compliance with the CSEA Administrative labor
contract and the City of Ithaca Personnel Manual , with subsequent approva
of the Budget and Administration Committee.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Salarx Incremental Adjustment Program
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS, this Common Council , at its June 13, 1979 meeting, requested a
uniform policy for the granting of salary increases , and
WHEREAS, the Personnel. Administrator, City Controller and Labor Relations
Consultant have prepared a program for consideration (_copy attached to
Minute Book) ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby approves
the Salary Incremental Adjustment Program dated August 1 , 1979 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Program will become effective immediately.
Discussion followed on the floor. A vote on the resolution resulted as
follows :
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Administra-
tion Committee in the total amount of $22 ,919. 95 as listed on Audit Abstract
#14/1979 , be approved for payment.
Carried Unanimously
1979 flax Rol l
By 1 erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca included the property
known and numbered as 233 Elmira Road, Ithaca, New York, owned by
Carroll ' s Sales & Service, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 554 (sub 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law,
the Director of Assessments has investigated an application for the
correction of an error in essential fact filed by said Carroll ' s Sales &
Service, and
WHEREAS, said investigation revealed that there was an addition error in
calculating the commercial exemption changing it from $11 ,100 to $16 ,100 ,
and
WHEREAS, the Director of Assessment recommends that the assessed value
of 233 Elmira Road be changed from $121 ,600 to $1161600 ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of
Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map 117-3-4, 233 Elmira
Road, from $121 ,600 to $116 ,600 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized and directed
to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to prepare a new tax '
bill for said property or make an appropriate refund if the 1979 City Taxes
have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
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1979
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE:
Alderman Slattery reported that the Sewer Negotiating Committee has been
meeting on a monthly basis with the Town of Dryden, Cornell University
and the Town of Ithaca.
Fire Contract
AlcTe-rmanSlattery reported that he had informed Noel Desch, Supervisor
of the Town of Ithaca, of the new Fire Contract conditions written in by
City Attorney Shapiro. He has had no response from the Town of Ithaca,
but looks forward to ratification of the contract which he will bring
back to the Council.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Center Ithaca
Alderman rman Dennis reported on Planning Director Van Cort ' s trip to Washington
r the purpose of obtaining assistance in putting together a package for
th.e development of Center Ithaca.
Discuss-ion followed on the floor.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE:
Courtesy Par..�ing Tic et Program
Uj Alderman Bordoni, reporte-& that a letter had been received from the Chamber
< of Commerce , copies of which had been .given each alderman, recommendin an
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alternative to courtesy parking; he also pointed out that the Council, could
override the Mayor' s Veto of th-ei.r July 11th 'vote 'to disc-on-tinue-the
courtesy parking program.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Meyer
RESOLVED,, That this Council table the courtesy parking matter until such
time as the Mayor, Department of Public Works , Police Department and other
appropriate bodies have the opportunity to evaluate some of the recommenda-
tions which have been made , including the letter from the Tompkins County
Chamber of Commerce and be directed to report back to Council.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes- (7) - Nichols , Meyer, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman., Boronkay,
Saccucci
Nays- (3) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Slattery
Carried
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE:
Design Review Crit&ria
By- Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Council approves the Design Review Criteria approved
by the Charter and Ordinance Commi.ttee on July 23, 1979 :
1. Use of measurable , definable design criteria such as rhythm and
proportion of openings and facade elements )- including signage ;
2. Mass and scale of solids and voids in plan and in relation to
buildings adjacent and in the rest of the zone .,, including continuity
of street facades and setbacks ;
3. Adequacy of provisions for user circulation and access , both vehicular
and pedestrian;
4. Compatibility of materials , colors , and finishes on the exterior of
the building in question, and between it and others in the zone ;
S. Compliance with existing zoning and building code regulations ;
6 . Particular attention to these and other appropriate criteria in
cases of additions and alterations , or when the site involves new
construction in a historic zone.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Control of Signs That May Be Racially or Sexually Offensive
Alderman Nichols reported that she had referred the question of whether
there was a possible conflict between the First and Thirteenth Amendments
to Congressman McHu-,gh°s Office and after the matter, has been researched, ii the
Department of Justice they will reply to the Charter and Ordinance
Committee sometime in the month of August. Alderman Nichols expects to
be able to have it ready for the September meeting of the Council.
Possible Restriction of On-premises Liquor Licenses in the City
By Alderman Nichols : SOconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, concern has been expressed about the policing problems caused by
the number of taverns in the central business district , and
WHEREAS, other sections of the city are believed to have various noise
and litter problems because of licensed drinking establishments , and
WHEREAS, it is a purpose of the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control
Board to regulate and reduce the problems caused by the sale of alcoholic .
beverages , and
WHEREAS, the Charter and Ordinance Committee is currently studying the
possible alternatives that may be available to regulate the number and
location of taverns in the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the New York State Alcoholic Beverage
Control Board is hereby requested to withhold in the City of Ithaca central
business district, as described on the map attached to Minute Book, the
granting of any additional licenses where such application is received
after August 1 , 1979 for the sale of liquor until September 10 , 1979 , to
permit the Charter and Ordinance Committee to make a recommendation to th(�,-<._:
Common Council at the September meeting.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Nichols read the following letter from the Commons Advisory Board:
"Ethel Nichols
109 Llenroc Court
Ithaca, New York 14850 July 20 , 1979
Dear Ms . Nichols :
At its regular meeting on July 20 , the Common Advisory Board discussed
the impact of a proliferation of establishments selling alcoholic beverages
on the downtown Ithaca area. As a result of this discussion, the Board
passed unanimously the following resolution: "Be it resolved that we
request the Charter and Ordinance Committee of Common Council to seriously
consider seeking a temporary moratorium on liquor licenses in the Ithaca
Commons area. " That area was understood to be defined by Buffalo and
Green Streets, and by Geneva and Aurora Streets , inclusive of those streets .
I was asked by the Board to draw this resolution to your attention and to
ask that you share it with other members of the Charter and Ordinance
Committee. Please let me know if you have any questions .
Sincerely yours ,
Andrea Clardy
Ithaca Commons Coordinator"
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (9) - Boothroyd, Bordoni, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman, Meyer,
Nichols , Saccycci , Slattery
Abstention (1) - Boronkay
Carried
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Changes in Dog Control Ordinance from Department of Agriculture and
Markets
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, 1980 dog licenses will go on sale in the City of Ithaca on
October 1 , 1979 , and
WHEREAS, state law mandates that the minimum license fees throughout the
state shall be two dollars and fifty cents ($2 :50) for spayed or neutered
dogs and seven dollars and fifty cents $7. 50 for unspayed and unneutered
dogs , and
WHEREAS, the license. fees that are collected are divided among the City,
the County, and the State of New York according to a predetermined formula,
and
WHEREAS, license fees that are collected by the municipalities may be set
at amounts higher than the statewide minimums , with the entire extra
amounts to be kept by the local municipality and used only for expenses
associated with dog control ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Charter and Ordinance Committee
(� does hereby recommend that the 1980 dog license fees in the City of Ithaca
W shall be five dollars ($5. 00) for spayed and neutered dogs and ten dollars
($10 . 00) for unspayed or unneutered dogs , except that senior citizens over
the age of sixty may pay only three dollars and thirty-five cents ($3. 35)
. for spayed and neutered dogs and eight dollars and thirty-five cents ($8. 35)
for unspayed or unneutered dogs , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the legality of reduced fees for dog licenses
for senior citizens ' pets shall be investigated by the Charter and
Ordinance Committee , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the revised fee structure for the 1980 dog
licenses is hereby referred to the Budget and Administration Committee;
for approval and recommendation to Common Council.
Carried Unanimously
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION:
Alderman Holman reported that the Commission continues to follow the issue
of the oil spill in Cascadilla Creek, particularly contamination of the -
creek.
Alderman Holman reported that the Commission has forwarded to the chairman
of the Budget and Administration Committee a request that $3,000 in the
1979 budget for bikeways be encumbered.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
Spencer Street Elmira Road Residents
Alderman Slattery requested that a meeting be set up with the residents
of Spencer Street and Elmira Road as previously requested. Mayor Conley
agreed and asked the City Clerk to remind him to set up a meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
Retiring Member of Common Council
Mayor Conley directed Aldermen Slattery and Nichols to take charge of
preparations for a farewell dinner, during the month of August , for
Alderman Nancy Meyer.
Curb Cuts
By Alderman Meyer: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That this Council remind the Department of Public Works of the
need for curb cuts in new construction and replacements for the use of
bicyclists and handicapped persons .
Carried Unanimously
Neighborhood Parks
Fy, Alderman Bordoni : '. ueconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That this Council requests that a resolution be prepared
developing a policy in respect to curfews and alcoholic beverages in
residential neighborhood parks , and that this matter be referred to the
Charter and- Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
-10- August 1 , 1979
Mayor' s Appointments :
Mayor Conley in -ormed the Council that he had appointed John MacInnes
as the representative to the Planning Board from the Board of Public
Works.
Garbage Cans
Alderman Saccucci requested the representative from the Council to the
Board of Public Works to bring to the Board' s attention the matter of
the department employees damaging garbage cans and covers , making them
unuseable.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 9 : 52 p.m.
JoseA A. Run le , City Cle Edward J. Conley, ayor
August 1, 1979
INCEQ14ENTAL ADJUSTMENT PROGW-J-1
In accordance with the provisions of Section VITI, paragraph III B of the
personnel manual, the following pr_ored.ures will be used to recommend an
employee for an incremental adjustment_, whcn it is determined that he/she
should be considered for an incremental increase before other persons in
the same or like assignment:
SUBMISSION
An immediate supervisor or department }dead, may at their discretion, recommend
an employee in their department for an unscheduled incremental adjustment.
Such recommendation must be in writing and submitted to the Personnel. Board,
to arrive at the Personnel Office no late!- than March 1/October 1, each year.
If the recommendation is submitted by the supervi.p„r, it must be submitted
through their respective department head for concurrence, additional recomnon.da-
tion or denial.
The recommendation when submitted should include strong justification as to
why the individual should be considered for an increase before others in the
same or like assignment to include, but not be limited to:
Length of time with department/city
Length of time in position
Responsibility of assignment
Performance traits which indicate he/she produces work above and/or
beyond that expected of someone in that position.
Attach a current performance evaluation and copies of previous
performance evaluations given (if not previously submitted to Master
Personnel File) .
Attach copies of letters of recommendation or praise received
concerning the employee; or
Anything deemed necessary to support the recommendation; and
Recommend amount of increment
ADMINISTRATIVE HANDLING
Upon receipt of the recommendations at the Personnel Office, the Personnel
Administrator will screen the recommendations to determine if complete for
submission to the board, make arrangements for the Personnel Board to meet
i.e. (time/place) and pull Master Personnel files for review by the Board,
if desired.
August- 1, 1979
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Master Personnel File will include:
Past wage history
Length of service
Performance evaluations (if submitted)
Counselling sheets (if submitted)
Supportive information compiled in file, i.e. newspaper clippings,
letters of praise received by city, etc.
NOTE: Statistics of number of personnel in like position to compare length
of service/work history, etc. will be furnished by the Personnel
Administrator, if desired.
SCREENING PROCESS
The Personnel Board will screen the recommendations along with personnel files
furnished by the Personnel Office. (While in session, the Personnel Office
will be responsible that the personnel files and brought in and collected for
proper security of the files. Under no circumstances will the files be left
unattended while in the board room.)
Following review of the recommendations and the screening of personnel files,
the Personnel Board will send a written board report with recommendations to
the Budget and Administration Committee with substantiating information on each
individual for either:
1. Recommendation for incremental adjustment in wages
a. Amount of increase
b. Effective Date
2. Not recommended for an increase
FINAL DECISION PROCESS
Budget and Administration Committee will make a final determination on the
Personnel Boards recommendations with a report to Common Council. In those
cases wherein a "Not recommended for an increase" decision is made by the
Budget and Administration Committee , should they determine that information
concerning rejection should be made available to the individual(s) , the
Personnel Administrator will be so informed to allow for individual counselling
in this regard.
RESUBMISSION
Negative decisions by one board will hold no prejudice for resubmission and
consideration by subsequent boards.
APPROVED
DISAPPROVED
DATE
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1. 59 HL 109(SOP) — Leonardo Enterprises,Inc. 105-107 N. Aurora St.
dba Leonardo Hotel
2. 59 TL 99 — Rendie Tavern Corporation 108 N. Aurora. Street
dba Ragmann's
3. 59 EB 268 — James R. Hider dba 110 N. Aurora. Street
Mini Deli
4. 59 OP 134 — Great American Fruit and 112 N. Aurora Street
Vegetable Co. , Inc. dba
Plums
5. 59 TL 119 Micawber, Inc. 118 N. Aurora Street
6. 59 ' A 3o6 Eileen Wells dba 122 N. Aurora Street
Commons Grocery
7. 59 TL 127 Brian Dewart/John S. 201 N. Aurora Street
Peterson/Joel E. Ponchalek/
Francis X. Creighton dba
Pine Tavern
8. 59 EL 8 Jodon Club, Inc. dba 217 N. Aurora. Street
Nite Court
9. 59 RL 248 Joseph A. Natalie dba 109 N. Cayuga, Street
Luigi's
10. 59 A 36o Gregory Halkiopoulos dba 109 S. Cayuga. Street
Greg's Commons West Grocery
11. 59 RL 237(SOP) Peter J. Massicci dba 116 S. Cayuga Street
dba Cayuga Bar
12. 59 HL 120 222 S. Cayuga Street, Inc. 222 S. Cayuga. Street
dba Ramada Inn
13. 59 L 86 Joseph B. Reilly dba 126 S. Cayuga Street
Ithaca Liquor Store
14. 59 TL 8$ Richard John Boronkav dba 106 W. Green Street
George 's Restaurant
15. 59 TL 123 Brian Dewart/John S. Peter— 114 ?A. Green Street
son/ Joel E. Ponchalek/
Francis X. Creighton dba
The Haunt
16. 59 CL 3 Fraternal Order of Eagles 124 W. Green Street
Aerie #1253
17. 59 EB 275 Holsteiner Delicatessen,Inc. DeWitt Mall, Seneca St
18. 59 RW 24 Vegetable Kingdom, Inc. DeWitt Mall, Seneca St
dba Moosewood Restaurant
19. 59 TL 107 The Chestnut Tree of Ithaca, 215 E. Seneca 'treet
Inc. dba The Dugout
20. 59 DS 349 Ithaca Clinton Stores, Inc. 123 State Street
dba CVS
21. 59 DS 397 Rite Aid of New York, Inc. 109 E. State Street
dba. Rite Aid Pharmacy
122• 59 RL 333 — Howard Johnson Company, Inc. 216 E. State Street
dba Ground Round Restaurant
23 . 59 L 98 — Janet L. AaF_ard dba 218 E. State Street
H&H Liauors & Wines
24. 59 TL 122 — Brian Dewart/John S. Peter— 224 E. State Street
son/Joel E. Ponchalek/Fran-
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25. 59 TL 104 — Ronald H. Case dba 306 E. State Street
Casey's
26. 59 RW 28 — Emilio & Leopoldo Sposito 335 E. State Street
dba Napoli Pizzeria
27. 59 TL 109 — Anthony & Richard Leonardo 101 W. State Street
dba Chanticleer
2$• 59 TL 96 — Jacob J. Peter dba 130 W. State Street
Jake's
29. 59 TL 132 — Ithaca Common_ Ground,Inc. 134 W. State Street
30. 59 CL 1 — The 636 Club of Ithaca 139 W. State Street
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. September 1979
PRESENT:
ayN� or-- Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman ,
Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery, Schuler
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
City Attorney - Shapiro
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Youth Bureau Director - Cutia
Deputy Fire Chief - Tuckerman
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Personnel Administrator - Collins
City Clerk - Rundle
'PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
T"I Mayor Conley le all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
d' flag.
Lj LETTER OF RESI"GNATION FROM ALDERMAN MEYER:
Mayor Conley read the following letter to the Council :
"To Common Council :
In view of my departure from the City of Ithaca, I hereby tender my
resignation from this Common Council , September 1 , 1979 .
It has been my honor and privilege to work with the Mayor and City Council
Members these past 8 years. This City should feel proud of both the out-
standing list of accomplishments and the quality of the people in office
I and on, the staff of the City of Ithaca.
Sincerely yours ,
Nancy R. Meyer" (Alderman Fourth Ward)
MINUTES:
By Al erman Boothroyd: Seconded .by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the August 1 , 1979 Common Council Meeting
be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Filling Vacancy of Alderman for the Fourth Ward
By.-.Alderman :Slattery: ; 5Seconded..by:Aldermant:Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the floor is open for nominations to fill the vacancy of
alderman for the Fourth Ward, created by the resignation of Alderman
Meyer.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That Mrs . Nancy Schuler, 110 Ferris Place , be nominated as
candidate for alderman of the Fourth Ward to fill the vacancy created by
the .resignation of Alderman Meyer.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That R. James Miller, 108 Eddy Street , be nominated as candi-
date for alderman of the Fourth Ward to fill the vacancy created by the
resignation of Alderman Meyer.
Mr. R. James Miller addressed the Council briefly, declining the nomina-
tion to fill the vacancy in the Fourth Ward.
In deference to the wishes of the proposed candidate , Aldermen Holman and
Saccucci withdrew their nomination.
-2- September , 1979
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED , That the nominations for candidates to fill the vacancy in the
Fourth Ward be closed.
Carried Unanimously
A vote was taken by the show of raised hands on the resolution to
nominate Mrs . Nancy Schuler to fill the vacancy in the Fourth Ward,
which resulted as follows :
Ayes (6) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Nichols , Dennis , Gutenberger, Slatte,N
Abstentions (3) - Holman, Boronkay , Saccucci
Carried
Mayor Conley declared Mrs . Nancy Schuler duly elected as member of the
Common Council to fill the vacancy in the Fourth Ward created by the
resignation of Alderman Meyer. Mrs . Schuler took the Oath of Office and
was sworn in by City Clerk Rundle.
Mayor Conley welcomed Mrs . Schuler to the Council and introduced her to
the other members of the Council .
CANDIDATES PRESENT AT MEETING :
Mayor Conley introduce the following candidates who were present at the
meeting:
Donald Culligan Independent Mayoral candidate
William Shaw Republican Mayoral candidate
David Banfield Democrat Aldermanic candidate 5th Ward
R. James Miller Republican Aldermanic candidate 4th Ward
Betty Bagnardi . Republican Aldermanic candidate 3rd Ward
James Wells Republican Aldermanic candidate 1st Ward
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget an A ministration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger announced that he had a revised resolution (Item G) ,
a resolution (Item H) , and requested the addition of Item J , Damage to
Police Vehicle . He also requested an Executive Session of Council .
No Council member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
'Ch. 272 o the City Charter, State Law, Health & Sanitation
Pauline Barrett , 226 Fall View Terrace , addressed the Council , stating
that they- had amended the law for her only, which is not legal--only the
State Legislature can amend a state law. She also commented that the city
has been clearing property all summer , and asked how the Council explains
one person being able to flaunt the laws while the city forces other
people to comply.
Youth Bureau Budget
J. B. Graves , 614 W. State Street, Chairman of the Youth Bureau Advisory
Board, addressed the Council concerning the 1980 Youth Bureau Budget ,
and read to the Council the following communication:
"September 5 , 1979 *
On Monday, August 27 , 1979 , the Ithaca Youth Bureau Board of Directors
reviewed and approved the proposed Youth Bureau budget for 1980 . In
deliberating the question. of increases being asked of the City of Ithaca;'$
a great deal of concern about the size of the increase was expressed.
In general , the Board felt that alternative resources should be sought
so that the City of Ithaca increases would be minimized. Therefore , in
order to ensure action on this matter , the following resolution was
adopted by the Board:
The Ithaca Youth Bureau Board recommends that the City of Ithaca Common
Council initiate action in establishing a committee of elected officials
- 3- September 1979
representing the areas where the Youth Bureau provides services for the
purpose of reviewing the work of the Youth Bureau in relationship to
its impact on participants from neighboring towns .
Whereas , the City of Ithaca Youth Bureau provides a wide variety of
youth and recreation services for the City and neighboring towns , and
Whereas , about two-thirds of the participants in Youth Bureau programs
come from neighboring towns ,:-arid
Whereas , the total support from these populations is less than 7% of the
total Youth Bureau Budget ,
Now, therefore , be it resolved that the City of Ithaca Common Council
invite those towns being served to sit on a program review committee for
the purpose of recommending a funding package that is commensurate with
services rendered.
Further, that the committee request the assistance of the Tompkins County
Youth Bureau and the Human Services Coalition in assessing the programs .
(v offered in relation to the Comprehensive Youth Program plan compiled by
Uj the Tompkins County Youth Board.
Moved by Frank Moon, seconded by John Beach, -.carried. "
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Mr.: .Graves : presented a -partial listing of'-Programs:.with: Participation
Figures .
Mayor Conley asked the Human Services Coalition and Alderman Slattery to
comply with the desire of the Youth Bureau Advisory Board to invite the
different towns' representatives to sit down and review the programs and
budget in an effort to accomplish the recommendations of the Board. He
asked Alderman Bordoni to ask Alderman Slattery to assist the Board and
report back progress made at the next meeting of the Common Council.
Mayor Conley appointed Alderman Nancy Schuler to the Charter and Ordinance
Committee, Human Services Committee , Ithaca Landmarks Preservation
Commission and Commons Advisory Board.
Parking and Traffic Problems on Turner Place
Frank Moon, representing Turner Place area residents , read the following
petition, signed by 26 residents of the area:
"As residents on or near Turner Place, we find the parking and traffic
problems related to the neighboring industrial plant becoming increasingly
bothersome. As City residents and taxpayers , we feel our neighborhood
should not have to .become a parking lot and factory entrance for the
Morse Chain Company, especially with the high density of children in our
area. In particular, we call attention to the following problems :
1. Many residents must rely on street parking because of a 10 or
more degree street grade and up to 20 degree driveway slopes that make
winter access impossible.
2 . Only a limited number of street parking spaces exist , due to
the narrow streets on Turner, Hillview and South Hill Terrace .
3. A small number of Morse Chain employees occupy up to 50% of the
available parking for from 8 to 16 hours per day, despite ample parking
in the company lots .
4. The midnight exodus along Turner Place of Morse Chain employees
to pick up their cars , has subjected residents to noise , yelling , a few
threats , and general disturbance of the peace.
5 . The two-hour parking limit is difficult to enforce and does not
have any effect on 4-12 p.m. parking by Morse Chain employees .
6 . Increasing truck traffic to Morse Chain along Turner Place , in-
cluding tractor trailers , have been evident in theapast year and present a
.hazard to our neighborhood.
-4- September 5 , 1979
We , the undersigned residents , ask the City aldermen and other City of
Ithaca officials to meet with Turner Place residents , Morse Chain manage-
ment and employee representatives , to consider remedies , including a
neighborhood parking zone and to enact a workable solution. "
Mr. Moon also informed the Council that the Morse Chain Company are
acquiring an old farmhouse on Aurora Street which they intend to raze in
order to provide more parking space for their employees . He expressed -
the desire to meet with company representatives and city representatives
to discuss the problems as they affect hill , and in particular Turner PI e
residents .
Mayor Conley requested Alderman Slattery and the Human Services Committee
to meet with the Turner Place area residents to discuss the problems . He
asked that Police Chief Herson and Traffic Engineer Gombas be included.
He directed the Clerk' s Office to send meeting notices when the meeting
has been arranged. He asked for a report back at the next meeting of the
Council.
GIAC Fire
Robert Cutia, Director of the Youth Bureau, reported that the recent fire
in the GIAC building damaged the gymnasium area quite severely and the
building was out of service a few days . Electricity has been restored
and the front end of the building is back in use. Programs will continue
at the level before the fire . He reported that they are using Central ` (_
School space to offset space lost , and will return to the GIAC as soon as
repairs are completed. Cost of the repairs will be covered by the
insurance.
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENT :
Affirmative Action Officer
Mayor Conley asked the approval of the Common Council for the appointmenj;.
of Ms . Joan M. Collins as Affirmative Action Officer for the City of
Ithaca.
Resolution
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That Ms . Joan M. Collins , Personnel Administrator, is appointed
Affirmative Action Officer of the City of Ithaca. .
Carried Unanimously
CITY ATTORNEY' S REPORT:
Zoning Cases
City Attorney Shapiro reported that one zoning case has been resolved in
the city' s favor; others continue to be a problem. He said an item
further on in the Agenda is related to another case.
Mayor Conley asked City Attorney Shapiro about Ch. 272 of the City Charter
which Mrs . Darrett had referred to. Mr. Shapiro said the ruling is a
Board of Public Works regulation, and that to his knowledge the state has
not enacted it into law. He said Mrs. Darrett has been advised that she
may have a civil claim, and that the Council should not act on this type
of claim.
CITY CONTROLLER' S REPORT :
City Controller Daley informed the Council that a copy of the Audit was
available for review. Individual copies were not available. He reporte
that three department budgets have been received to date ; however, he ha
not received Police Department, Off-street Parking, Safety Inspection an, ,
Zoning or the Department of Public Works budgets .
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Demolition Permit Waiting Period Added to Building Code
ORDINANCE N0. 79-8
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 ENTITLED BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT OF THE
CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York, as follows :
-5- September 5 , 1979
Section 1 . That Chapter 26 , Section 38 (Demolishing Buildings) is Hereby
amended as follows :
Delete paragraph A and substitute a new paragraph A.
A: ., Before the demolition or removal :).f- any building or structure is
begun, a verified application shall be prepared by the owner , architect ,
builder or contractor, on appropriate blanks furnished by the Building
Commissioner, containing a statement $ f the facts i"n relation thereto ,and as to the location and ownership liereof. The application shall be
filed with the Building Commissioner A least- ten (I.0) working days before
the proposed 'demolition except in the case of buildings PI-eviotisly declared
to be hazardous or unsafe. The Build-mig CommJssion.er shall notify t:he
Department of Planning and Development and t)-ie Landmarks Preservation
Commission of all requests for demol.iti -ion permits immediately upon
official receipt of such request and at least five (5) working days before
issuing the required written permit for the demolition of a.ny building or
structure . The official requirement': for a ten- day delay may be waived by
T-1 both the Department of Planning and Dc:Telopment and the Landmarks
d' Preservation Commission by written rjo' 'i.ce to nc�: Building Commissioner.
Such permit shall expire by li.mitat.i.o= two (2) months from date of :its
W issuance.
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take; effect :i-mmediately and in acco-rdance '
Q with law upon publication of a notice s provided in 1/ 2 . 11 (B) of the,' #'
Ithaca City Charter. (`
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as -i -llows :
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Carried Unanimously
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Prohibition of Alcoholic Beverages in Neighborhood Parks
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slat.t:ery
BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED by the Common Counc:i_.I_ , That, the Board of Public z
Works is requested to add to its rule; and regulations , at its earl-
convenience , the following section:
#241. 11 Alcoholic beverages prohibits in public neighbo-rhood parks ,
No person shall carry, transport, pos�oss , or use any alcoholic beverages
within the confines of any public neighborhood park in the City of Tt-hac_a.
with the exceptiorsof Stewart Park and Cass Park , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED AND ENACTED, h,.,I't signs infor>>ii ng the public of
the prohibition of transporting, poss_sc: ;sing , or using any alcoholic
beverages be installed immediately any, that the l t:haca Pol.i.ce Departnic:nt
be notified upon the installation of such signs .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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A vote on the resolution resulted as s:,rl.lows : i
Carried. Unanimously
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Moratorium on Additional On-premises Licluor Licenses in Central Business
District By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED, That the moratorium on granting additional E
off-premises and on-premises , licenses .for the .-consumpt=ion of alcoholic
beverages in the downtown area adjacent to the Ithaca. Commons that was
enacted on August 1 , 1979 , and which. is presently scheduled. to expire
on September 10 , 1979 , shall be extended until December 3l , 1979 , to
permit the Charter and Ordinance Committee to investigate and complete:
all the possible changes required in the zoning ordinance , as well as
other possible solutions , to solve the problem of preserving the public
order in the downtown business district , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Mayor shall notify the local office of
the New York State Alcoholic Beverage Control Board of this action taken
by the Common Council .
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_6_ September 5 , 1979
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
. Ayes (7) - Bordoni , Boothroyd, Nichols , Schuler, Holman, Slattery,
Saccucci
Nays (2) - Dennis , Gutenberger
Abstention (1) - Boronkay
Carried
Metered Parking on Linden Avenue
Alderman Nichols reported .that the Department of Public Works is working".
.on expanding the metered zone on Linden. Avenue . Next month the department
plans to send to Council a draft of exactly how they plan to expand the
area.
Taxicab Report
Alderman Nichols reported there had been a number of changes suggested
in the Taxicab Ordinance and the Council did grant an increase in the
rates based on reopening the ordinance. Since then one member of the
commission has moved away, another has gone back to school full-time , so
the Taxicab Advisors will have to be reactivated and bring in newer
information. There is also a possibility that there could be some
different locations for the taxicab stands .
Do Ordinance Amendment
By-Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature has passed new dog control legis-
lation and increased the mandatory state dog license fees as well as
instituting a new system of registration and record-keeping , and
WHEREAS, the Charter and Ordinance Committee has suggested and the Budget
and Administration Committee has approved the dog license fees for the
year 1980 in the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the fees will become effective when the 1980 dog licenses go on
sale on October 1 , 1979 ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1980 dog license fees shall be
five dollars ($5. 00) for spayed and neutered dogs and ten dollars ($10 . 00)
for each unspayed or unneutered animal .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution--Rates for -Senior Citizens
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That senior citizens showing documented evidence of age over
sixty-five (65) years shall be billed at the regular rate but shall pay �.. _
only three dollars and thirty-five cents ($3. 35) for each spayed or
neutered dog and eight dollars and thirty-five cents (_$8 . 35) for each
unspayed or unneutered dog and that the City Clerk shall be responsible
for maintaining the record of actual fees paid in accordance with standard
procedures- mandated by the New York State Bureau of Audit and Control.
City Clerk Rundle pointed out to the Council that if they were to adopt
Senior Citizen rates it would be almost impossible to show it on the
computerized reporting system. Albany could not advise them as to how
it could be handled. He said it would create a tremendous problem, froir,
the standpoint of licensing and reporting it , and other communities are
sticking with the mandatory fees for lack of a solution to handle specia
fees- for senior citizens .
Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That the resolution concerning special rates for senior citizens
be tabled until such time - as the Council has a recommendation on the
method of handling it.
Carried Unanimously
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- 7- September 5 , 1979
Resolution- -Public Hearing ,
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the City Clerk shall legally advertise a public hearing on
the new fee schedule to be held in the Common Council Chambers on Wednes-
day, September 26 , at seven-thirty P.M.
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Meeting with Prospective Developers
Alderman Dennis informed the Council that there is a meeting of Council
and Urban Renewal Agency scheduled on September 12 , 1979 , at . 7 : 30 p.m. ,
in the Council Chambers to discuss with prospective developers their
approach to development of Center Ithaca.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE :
Meeting with Spencer Road Residents
Alderman Bor oni reported brie ly on the meeting the evening before with
the Spencer Road residents who brought up a number of problems- -.traffic,
signage , drainage , water run-off, etc. Mr. Bordoni said he would take
the problems to the Board of Public Works who will work with the resi-
dents in an attempt to solve the problems .
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Q Common Council adjourned. into Executive Session at 9 : 20 p.m.
Common Council reconvened in Regular Session at 9 : 50 p. m.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
1979 Assessment Roll Corrections
By Al erman Gutenberger: Secon ed by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, the 1979 Tax Law of the City of Ithaca included the following fi
special franchise assessments for the City of Ithaca:
Tax Map Assessment in .
Number Owner Final Roll ' -
131. 6-SF-1 NYSE&G 9 ,560 ,343
631 . 9-8F-1 N.Y. TEL 3, 875 ,603 x:
908. 1-SF-1 CERACCHE TV 198 ,676
525-PS-1 CONRAIL 245 ,625
and
WHEREAS, in August of 1979, the City of Ithaca received notice of the
final special franchise assessment as follows :.
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Tax Map Corrected g
Number Owner Assessment
131. 6-SF-1 NYSE&G
9 ,665 , 871
631 . 9-SF-1 N.Y. TEL 399183, 383
908. 1-SF-1 CERACCHE TV
200 , 869
525-PS-1 CONRAIL 2679381
and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 616 of Real Property Tax Law and
Section 489-0 of the Real Property Tax Law, said assessments must: be
corrected on the City of Ithaca Tax Roll ; '
E'Y
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of
Ithaca be amended as follows :
Tax Map Assessment in Corrected
Number Owner. Final Roll Assessment
131 . 6-SF- 1 NYSE4G 93,560 , 343 9 ,665 , 871
631 . 9-SF-1 N.Y. TEL 31, 875 , 603 3918 , 3833
908. 1-SF- I CERACCHE TV 198 ,676 200 ,869 Y
525-PS- 1 CONRAIL 245 ,625 267 381 '
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
directed to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to prepare
a new tax bill for said properties . " .
Carried Unanimously
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September 5 , 1979
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger:_ Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
WHEREAS, the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca included the,.,property
known and numbered as 314 So. Corn Street , Ithaca, New York, owned by
Mildred M. Smith, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 554 (sub. 4a) of the Real Property Tax Law,
the Director of Assessments has investigated an application for the
correction of an error in essential fact filed by said Mildred M: Smith, '
and
WHEREAS, said investigation revealed that an aged exemption was omitted
for the above parcel , and
WEEREAS, the Director of Assessment recommends that the assessed value
of 314 S. Corn Street be changed from $19 ,600 to $9 ,800 ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1979 Tax Roll for the City of
Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map Number 79-5-14 ,
314 So. Corn Street, from $19 ,600 to $9 ,800 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, ...That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
directed to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to prepare
a new tax bill for said property or make an appropriate refund if the
1979 City Taxes have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Fire Department 1979 Authorized Equipment List
By AM= Guten erger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Fire Department 1979 Authorized Equipment List be
amended to include 1 fiberglass Stokes Stretcher for $171. 00 and 4
Bear Cat Slimline Scanners for $640 . 00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That 2 extra air bottles for $171 . 00 be deleted
from the Authorized Equipment List, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $640. 00 be transferred from A3410-433 Fire
Department - Travel and Mileage to A3410-250 Fire Department - Other
Equipment.
Carried Unanimously
Si n Direction for Green Street Ram
Alderman Guten erger reported that e had attended a meeting at which a
Carreiro Design, Inc. representative presented samples of signs for use
in the Downtown Business District. Twelve signs which primarily direct
people to the Central Business District will cost approximately $1600 .
This does not include installation. There is a problem of putting signs
on the ramp between the helix and the parking structure .
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED; the matter of sign direction for the Green Street Ramp be
referred to the Planning and Development Committee to gain recommendations
from the DIBA and Commons Advisory Board and report back to the Council at
the October meeting.
Carried Unanimously
Adequate Ballplaying Facilities for Girls and Young Women
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Youth Bureau be directed to include in its
program for 1980 the provision of ball fields to accommodate the needs of
the girls and women who wish to participate in organized sports , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Youth Bureau be directed to investi-
gate the cost and construction of new athletic facilities in the area
inside the sixteen acres owned by the City of Ithaca within the New York
"State parkland at the northern boundary of Cass Park for recommendation
back to the Budget and Administration Committee for consideration in the
1980 Budget.
Carried Unanimously
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Close-out of Capital Projects
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That Capital 'Account F391-69 —1976 Flood Control , be closed
out and said funds to be transferred to the Water Fund.
Carried Unanimously
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Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Capital Account A391-112 - Community. Renewal Program
be closed out and said funds to be transferred to the General Fund.
Carried Unanimously
De artment of Public Works Office Manager Position
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby confirms the provisional
appointment of Sally Carpenter for the position of Office Manager (40 hours)
in the Department of Public Works , effective September 2 , 1979, and
establishes the salary for such appointment at $14,115 annually, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the position of Prinicpal Account Clerk be
eliminated from the Department of Public Works Roster.
Carried Unanimously
Deputy Building Commissioner Position
k Q By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby establishes a new salary range
for the position of Deputy Building Commissioner, said salary range for
said position shall be $12 ,208 to $18,070 .
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $53,060 .88, as listed on Audit
Abstract #16/1979 , be approved for payment.
Carried Unanimously
Property Damage Claim
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby authorizes and directs the
City Attorney to settle the property damage claim of Michele Bosarge as
set forth in the August 21 , 1979 correspondence received from The
Travelers Insurance Company.
Carried Unanimously
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Housing Authority Maintenance Workers Union Contract
By- Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Housing Authority has tentatively approved a two-year
contract with the Ithaca Housing Authority Maintenance Employees Associa-
tion, and
WHEREAS, the approval of said contract by the Ithaca City Common Council
is required by Section 32 of the Public Housing Law of the State of
New York, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has been provided with copies of said contract ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca approves the proposed contract between the -Ithaca Housing Authority
and the Ithaca Housing Authority Maintenance Employees Association pursuant
to Public Housing Law, Section 32 .
Carried Unanimously
Dead-ending Spencer Road
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That the possibility of dead-ending Spencer Road be referred to
the Planning and Development Committee .
Carried Unanimously
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MAYOR' S APPOINTMENT :
Environmental Commission
Mayor Conley appointed Alderman Nancy Schuler as a second Council
Liaison member of the Environmental Commission.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ceracche Cable Service- -Grievance
Alderman Saccucci informed the Council he had received grievances
concerning Channel 13 - Time and Temperature Channel- -the humidity
indicator is always stable--98° , and the wind velocity is also always
stable- -O° . Alderman Saccucci believes the matter should be referred
to the Cable Commission.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 18 p.m.
Jos ph A. un le , City Clerk E war Conley, Mayor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Special Meeting 7: 30 P.M. Septembera6, 1979
PRESENT :
D'Iayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman, Nichols ,
Saccucci , Schuler, Slattery
ABSENT:
Alderman (1) - Boothroyd
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
Director, Planning $ Development - Van Cort
City Clerk - Rundle
Alternate Acting Mayor, Alderman Nichols , chaired the meeting.
T'j PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Alternate Acting Mayor Nichols led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American Flag.
UJ SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Q. Public Hearing- -Proposed Changes to Dog Ordinance- -Changing License Fees
< Resolution to Open Public Hearin
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider the Proposed Changes to
Dog Ordinance- -Changing License Fees , be opened.
Carried Unanimously
The .following persons spoke against raising the dog license fees :
George Hughes
524 W. Clinton Street
Bertha Cooper
210 N. Corn Street
Thelma Whiting
314 Spencer Road
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider the Proposed Changes to
Dog Ordinance--Changing License Fees , be closed.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Holman
ORDINANCE NO. 79-9
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 54. 38 ("Animals") OF THE CITY OF ITHACA
MUNICIPAL CODE
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York, as follows :
Section 1. That Chapter 54 entitled "Animals" of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code is amended as follows :
1. That Section 54 . 38 ("License Fees") is hereby repealed and a
new section 54. 38 shall be substituted in its place as follows :
#54 . 38 License fees
The annual fee for each dog license issued in the City of Ithaca pursuant
to Section 109 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law for dog
licenses issued for 1980 and subsequent years shall be
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A. Five dollars ($5 . 00) for each neutered male dog or spayed
female dog.
B. Ten dollars ($10 . 00) for each unneutered male dog or unspayed
female dog.
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in #3. 11 (B) of the i
Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Gutenberger arrived at 7 : 55 p.m.
Amended Resolution
By Al eman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
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ORDINANCE NO. 79-9
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 54. 38 ("Animals") OF THE CITY OF ITHACA
MUNICIPAL CODE
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York, as follows:
Section 1. That Chapter 54 entitled "Animals" of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code .is-_amended as follows :
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.'That Section . 54 . 38 ("Licens.e Fees''): is :hereby repealed_and a
new section,-54 38.shall.-_b-e-;substituted in its place as follows :
#54. 38. License fees
The annual fee for each dog license issued in the City of Ithaca pursuan,
to Section 109 of the New York State Agriculture and Markets Law for dog;
licenses issued for 1980 and subsequent years shall be
A. Three and one-half dollars ($3. 50) for each neutered male dog
or spayed female dog.
B. Eight and one-half dollars ($8. 50) for each unneutered male dog
or unspayed female dog.
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in #3. 11 (B) of the
Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution, as amended, resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8 : 05 p.m.
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os ph A. Rundle , City Clerk Edward J . Conley, Ma r
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. October 3, 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (9) - Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman, Nichols ,
Saccucci , Schuler , Slattery
ABSENT:
Alderman (1) - Boothroyd
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Daley
Director , Youth Bureau - Cutia
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Asst. Fire Chief - Sanford
Supt . of Public Works - Dingman
City Attorney - Shapiro
Police Chief - Herson
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
�- City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
UJ Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
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MINUTES:
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Schuler
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the September 5 , 1979 Meeting be approved
as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Charter & Ordinance Committee
Alderman Saccucci requested permission to add one item concerning Senior
Citizens to the agenda of the Charter & Ordinance Committee.
No Council member objected.
Report of Special Committees
Alderman Holman requested permission to give a report on Human Services
Coalition.
No Council member objected.
Planning & Development Committee
Alderman Dennis requested removal of Item E from planning & Development
Committee agenda.
No Council member objected.
Alderman Dennis reminded the Council that there would be a presentation
of the City Graphics Project by Alex Turner at 8 : 30 p .m.
Human Services Committee
Alderman Bordoni requested the Human Services Committee report be
removed from the agenda.
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No Council member objected.
Budget & Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested the addition of one item to the Budget
& Administration Committee agenda.
No Council member objected.
New Business
Alderman Holman requested the addition of an item, Election Inspectors '
Fees .
No Council member obiected.
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New Business
Alderman Slattery requested to present a letter and announcement of a
meeting.
No Council member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS :
Letter rom Constance Cook, Vice Pres . for Land Grant Affairs , C.U.
Reading of the following letter was waived because each alderman had
a. copy:
"September 18 , 1979
Dear Mayor Conley and Members of the Common Council of the City of Ithaca:
I wish to explain to you and to the community why Cornell University
opposes the designation of six buildings on the "Ag Quad" as historical
landmarks and why Cornell has asked the state to proceed with the plan
to demolish three of these buildings (Roberts , East Roberts and Stone)
and replace them with two new buildings . One of the new buildings would
be on Lower Alumni Field and the other on the site of the demolished
buildings .
The reason is simple. Proceeding with this plan is the only way that the
New York State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences can obtain the
space it needs for its teaching, research and extension activities . If
modern, adequate space is not obtained quickly, we are convinced that
our academic program will suffer irreparable damage . We cannot allow
that to happen.
The inadequacy of Roberts , Stone and East Roberts as teaching facilities
has -been documented since the early 19401s . Several years ago, the three
buildings and Caldwell and Comstock Halls were declared obsolete and un-
safe and scheduled for demolition by the State University Construction
Fund (SUCF) , which has jurisdiction over state-owned facilities on the
Cornell campus . Since that date , no improvements have been made except
minimal repairs and alterations to protect life and property.
During the 1960 's when most of the old SUNY campuses were being rebuilt ,
a plan to replace Roberts , East Roberts, Stone , Comstock and Caldwell
Halls on the Cornell campus was adopted. In the early 1970 's , an
extensive effort was made to develop a plan that would preserve the five
buildings. Contrary to some assertions , Cornell has long been interested
in preserving its buildings , whenever feasible. In the case of the five
buildings, however, the .cost of renovation was determined in 1973 to be
prohibitive.
Three years ago, with conditions becoming intolerable , the college renewed
its request for modern space and a plan was agreed upon by Cornell and
SUNY. This plan would have replaced five buildings on the Ag Quad with
two. new buildings . The planning money was released in 1978 and a local
architectural firm was hired in the Spring of 1979 . At the urging of
those in the community who favored renovation, we asked the SUCF to stop
that planning effort while Cornell reinvestigated the costs of renova-
tion. At the same time , Cornell made space available on Lower Alumni
Field as a location for one of the two new buildings . .,
A team of three experts was brought together with the endorsement of the;
preservationists . They examined the plan now preferred by the College ,
which was to construct a single new academic building on Lower Alumni
Field to house the teaching laboratories and research facilities , and
to remodel the three existing buildings primarily for extension and
administration offices .
The team arrived at estimates of what it would cost to bring the buildings
up to state code . Since the buildings are owned by the state , they must
meet state specifications and codes . It was estimated that renovation
would add $1- 1 . S million to the cost of the project . Cornell decided that
the extra cost of renovation was not justified.
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In late August we formally requested that the SUCF drop the original
plan and substitute a new plan. This new plan called for one new building
on Lower Alumni Field and the construction of a second building on the
site of Roberts , East Roberts and Stone Halls . Caldwell and Comstock
Halls would be turned over to Cornell for its use. This preferred plan
preserves two of the original five buildings and, most importantly, pre-
serves the integrity of the Ag Quadrangle.
If Cornell were to hold out for renovation instead of new construction
there is a distinct possibility that the entire building program would
be dropped from the position of highest priority, which it now holds ,
and a delay of several years or decades would ensue. The delays we have
requested for reconsideration have already added substantially to overall
costs due to inflation.
Similarly, if Common Council designates the buildings as historic land-
marks without providing the additional $1-1 . 5 million for their renova-
tion, the present plan could be seriously delayed. the appropriation
might be lost and the University' s educational function would be impaired.
1' It is our responsibility above all to protect our academic programs .
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L Therefore, Cornell University respectfully requests you and the members
of the Council not to designate Stone, Roberts , East Roberts , Comstock,
Caldwell and Bailey Halls , and the ground adjacent to and between them,
as an historic district.
The University also respectfully requests an opportunity to appear
before the Council at a hearing or at a regular meeting to present its
position in greater detail .
If you or any members of the Council have any questions or would like
additional information, please , call me at 256-5422 (or evenings 272-
5770) .
Sincerely yours ,
Constance E. Cook"
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Possible Dead-ending of Spencer Road
Judith Cone, 506 Spencer Road, addressed the Council concerning the
possibility of dead-ending Spencer Road, Mayor Conley promised to have
materials sent to Ms . Cone in respect to speed bumps .
Locks on Doors
The following persons appeared before the Council and spoke in support
of a lock ordinance :
Jean Ross , 101 Quarry Street
Kelley Ready, 2049 Slaterville Road Ithaca Woments Resource Center
Gaby Leyden, 202 Cascadilla Hall
Edith Kristeller, representing N. O.W.
Nigel Hudson , 6 Hurlbert House (Mr.. Hudson also spoke in support of
additional security on windows.. )
The following person appeared before the Council and spoke against a lock-
ordinance : Sol Pirro, 315 Linn Street.
Mr. Al Fudger, Vice President of Operations , Ace Security Control ,
addressed the Council , explaining different types of locks and answering
questions of Council members .,
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE ;
Police Recommendation To Require Secure Door and Window Locks Ordinance
Amending Present Housing Code
By Alderman Nichols : Secon eed by :Alderman Holman
ORDINANCE NO.. 79- 10
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 27 ("Housing Code") OF THE CITY OI' ITHACA
MUNICIPAL CODE
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BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 27 , Section 42 ("Locks on Doors") is hereby
repealed and a new section is substituted:
27. 42 Locks on Doors an.d Windows
A. Locks on Doors
1 . On all rental dwelling units , the owner of the property shall provide
no less than one locking device on each door that serves as an entrance
or exit for the rental unit. Such locking device shall be kept in good
working order at all times and must be of the dead-bolt type meeting
federal standards , or of equal security capability.
2 . All entry and exit doors , door casings , and hardware must be of sound
construction and properly attached.
3. All outer doors that are not used for exit or entry to the dwelling
unit must conform with the standards listed in this section or be removed
and the opening closed to conform with the existing wall .
B. Locks on Windows
1... On all rental dwelling units there shall be a sturdy locking device
in proper working order on each window that is capable of being opened.
All windows , locks , frames , and hardware must be of sound 'construction
and in proper working order.
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in #3. 11 (.B) 'of the
Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
CITY CLERK' S REPORT :
Dag Enumeration
City Clerk Rundle reported that dog enumerators have been hired and
have started the enumeration within the city. Because of the change
in license structure , in addition to change in licensing procedure this
year, he requested that any calls received regarding it be referred to
the Clerk' s Office .
CONTROLLER' S REPORT :
1980 Budget Requests
Controller Daley reported that he now has all 1980 Budget Requests
for review.
Audit
Controller Daley reported that the report of the last audit by the State
has been received and is available for review in the City Clerk' s Office
by anyone wishing to do so . Mayor Conley asked that the audit report
and recommendations be referred to the Budget and Administration
Committee for recommendation at the next meeting of the Council .
Open Meeting Law
Controller Daley reported that there are some fifty boards and committees
in the city, of which only 13 are recording minutes in any form. The
law now requires that minutes be kept of all committee meetings .
Mayor Conley commented that he wishes to meet with staff to discuss the
matter and get recommendations to bring back to the Council so they can
take action.
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Letter from Noel Desch
Alderman Slattery rea the following letter from Town of Ithaca super-
visor Noel Desch:
"October 2 , 1979
Hon.' Edward J. Conley, Mayor
City of Ithaca
Dear Ed:
At the Ithaca Town Board meeting last evening Alderman Donald Slattery
reported to us general expectations of the City of Ithaca with regard
to the 1980 Youth Services and Fire Department budgets . We have also
learned about the consideration of a 22% increase in the water rates
from the minutes of the Board of Public Works . The advance notice on
LO these matters is appreciated.
Lo In discussing these service contracts , the Town Board suggested that
0 I inform you of our- current budget plans pending the availability of
Q more detailed justification.
Q Water Rates :
Q Although the proposed increase is obviously a very substantial one, it
is clear that there is no way that the Department of Public Works can
fully offset the projected deficit of $140,000 through additional labor
and materials cuts . We know that the City Council and the Board of
Public Works have done everything that can reasonably be expected in
terms of cutting costs , thereby forestalling rate increases as long as
possible. The Town of Ithaca also recognizes its responsibility to up-
date the Cliff Street pump station and repair the Trumansburg Tank and
we have appropriated the necessary funds (_$50 ,000) in the 1980 budget
to accomplish this work.
Youth Services
Mr. Slattery informed us of the October 22 meeting when the City will
explain the proposed increases in the Youth Services Budget. Don also
promised to provide a detailed breakdown of costs, revenues , and partici-
pation of each of the Youth Service Programs .
There is no way that the Town of Ithaca .can budget for a 100% increase in
this service in one year at this late date. In fact , any increase over
10% in my view would require the endorsement of the Village of Cayuga
Heights Board of Trustees since our collective constituents who live there
would pay.`about one-third of the cost through the Town tax rate . Also ,
before considering a commitment above a loo increase , the Town of Ithaca.
would need contractual assurance from the other user communities outside
the City that they are prepared to assume the $ 70 ,000 share (_the one-
third scheme) proposed by Alderman Slattery.
Perhaps the October 22 meeting can be the start of negotiation toward
a multi-community contract of mutual benefit to us all for an extended
period. A reasonable target date for approval of the contract would be
January 1 , 1981 . Contract negotiations during an election year are
difficult to complete in the one month remaining before Town budgets
must be adopted.
Fire Services
We were surprised by the magnitude of the increase reported to us Last
evening. The $22 , 500 or 13. 5% increase follows on the heels of a 22%
increase one year ago . It is increasingly apparent that the extensive
tax exempt property in the City and Town is getting this essential
service without sharing the heavy cost burden. This is clearly unac-
ceptable , particularly when one recognizes that both taxable and exempt
property enjoys an additional benefit in very low rates for fire
insurance by virtue of the exceptionally fine municipal fire department .
It seems to me that we must insist that Cornell University and Ithaca
College pay a proportionate share of the costs of this service . For
" example , the attached report under the Monitor Section of the October
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Ithaca Journal makes my point extremely clear. Ironically , of the
eight alarms at tax exempt property , five are at Cornell properties in
the City. In our view, the next contract for this service must include
at least Cornell and Ithaca College as parties to the agreement . In the
meantime , the Town will budget for 1980 in the amount of $177 ,650 or
one-half of the increase proposed by the City and we stand ready to begin
negotiations with all parties concerned on this matter.
I would appreciate your bringing this matter to the attention of Common
Council at the earliest possible opportunity.
Very truly yours ,
Noel Desch
Town Supervisor"
Alderman Slattery commented as follows :
':'Perhaps it is late to announce the increases , but they, must recognize
that the city budget period is different from their's .. I feel that the
services that we have to offer the Town are fair at the price they are
receiving them, and at the increase expected. We will offer them a fair
contract at a fair price and they will have the opportunity to accept
them, or provide the services for themselves . I can find nowhere pro-
visions in the Charter that compels the city to extend any services to
the Town at any price or under any special conditions . It has been very
benevolent of the city in past years to have extended these services- -
water at rate and one-half, youth services have been far in excess of
revenues received from the Town. The proposals that will be made at the
October 22nd meeting will be reasonable , a contract price .
It should not be a burden on the city taxpayer to provide the services
to Town of Ithaca at the cost to the city tax rate .. Our city taxpayers
are burdened enough; our tax rate is obviously in excess of the Town 's .
Our Youth Bureau' s budget alone almost equals the Town 's budget . I know
they are concerned about highways and roads ; I hope they are concerned
about youth services .
I would like to comment on the Fire Services contract . I will grant you
there has been a sizeable increase in the past two years in their contract..
I think at the same time we must recognize that we do provide an excellent
fire service to the Town of Ithaca.. There is a 90--day clause in the
contract. If they so choose to cancel the contract , and by the way, in
terms of the contract they have agreed to one-eighth of the total fire
department budget , including fringe benefits , So I really don' t see how
we can accept a lesser amount and have them still comply with the legality
of that contract . I do see in Noel ' s letter that he does say they stand
ready to begin negotiations- with all parties concerned.. I don't think
that is a negotiable item this year. It is a price that they have agreed
to in the contract and if they are not in agreement now, I think they
should notify us that they will provide services for themselves .."
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amendment to the Agreement Regarding Financing of the Inte"rmunicipal
Agreement to Finance Ithaca Sewer System Evaluation Survey
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the amendment to the agreement regarding financing of the
Sewer System Evaluation Survey be approved.
Carried Unanimously-
Letter from the West End Business Association
Alderman Slattery called the Council ' s attention to a meeting scheduled
at the Recreation Hall at Nate ' s Floral Estates :Mobile Home Park on
October 6 , 1979 from 9 :00 a.m. until Noon, supported by the West End
Business Association and concerned citizens from the S wards within the
city. Elected representatives or candidates were regeusted to attend for
discussion of the following issues : (1) the City ' s fiscal condition and
ideas for improvements of these conditions , (2) Route 96 as you see it ,
(3) City Services (Police , Fire , Youth , Sanitary) , and (4) Housing.
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Council recessed at 9 : 00 p .m.
Council reconvened in Regular session at 9 : 15 p .m.
•CITY GRAPHICS PROJECT :
Mr. r
Alex Tuner of Turner Design Inc. (_formerly Carreiro Design) , pre-
sented the City Graphics Project : Directional and Identifying Graphics ,
City Stationery and City Hall Directory.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the City Graphics Project be referred to the Budget and
Administration Committee .
Carried Unanimously_
PLANNING AND-DEV 4ENT- COMMITTEE: . . .
New York State Council on its Services-Contract
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
LO WHEREAS, Historic Preservation i.s an important concern of the City, of
LO Ithaca;
BE IT RESOLVED That Common Council a
Q pproves in concept acceptance of
Q New York. State Council on Arts Cultural Services Contract .,
Carried Unanimously,
Cass- Park -I'mprouements- HCRS' Contract
By Alderman. ennisT econ e by Al erman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has applied to the State of New- York Office
of Parks- and. -Recreation for a. fe.deral HCRS grapt for on.e--half of total
cost of $329 ,000 for improvements to Cass Park, and
WHEREAS, New York State Office of Parks and Recreation has awarded the
City- of Ithaca a $164,500 grant for Cass Park improvements-, and
WHEREAS, said improvements are to include improvements to winter sports
and swimming facilities , and developing of softball field ligh.tjngr and
WHEREAS, the project will be constructed in accordance with the following
schedule : 4/1.8/79 to 12/31/83, and
WHEREAS, volunteer labor for construction. of softball lighting will be
documented and counted toward local share of total project cost;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca commit $164,500
in local share for project ,
BE. IT FURTHER, RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized and. be hereby-
directed to sign appropriate contractual agreements with. New York,;State
Office of Parks and Recreation for implementation of said project, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That at this time the city Common Council commit
funds in 1979 only to the improvement of the Cass Park lighting and that
any- further improvements in this project be separately approved and
authorized in future budgets.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Cass Park Softball Fields
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca has worked closely with the Ithaca Amateur
Softball Association in the development of lighted playing fields as
one component of improvements to Cass Park , and
WHEREAS , volunteer union labor in the construction of softball field
lighting was provided by numerous individuals associated with local
union chapters , and
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WHEREAS, said union labor will be documented and counted toward local
capital shares of total cost of Cass Park improvements for grant award
purposes ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca extends its
sincere appreciation to the union craftsmen who donated their time and
expertise to the development of lighted softball fields in Cass Park,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That in their honor, the lighted softball fields )
be named
UNION FIELDS .ty
Cass Park
Ithaca, New York
and that an appropriate dedication be made at the start of the 1980 Ithaca
Amateur Softball Association season, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That upon the support , and/or recommendation of
the Ithaca Amateur Softball Association's Board of Directors, this field
shall be so named.
Carried Unanimously
Spencer Road
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, residents of Spencer Road have voiced concern over increased
traffic in their neighborhood, and
WHEREAS, closing off. Spencer Road may be a means of preserving the -resi-
dential nature of that neighborhood;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Department
of Planning and Development and City Traffic Engineer for evaluation
and recommendation to the Common Council at the next meeting of the
Common Council .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Elmira Road Improvements Bon
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
A -RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE DETAILS AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF
$1 ,.365 ,000 SERIAL BONDS OF THE CITY OF ITHACA, TOMPKINS COUNTY, NEW
YORK, HERETOFORE AUTHORIZED TO PAY PART OF THE COST OF THE WIDENING
AND RECONSTRUCTION OF ELMIRA ROAD, IN AND FOR SAID CITY.
WHEREAS, by bond resolution dated April 6 , 1977, duly adopted by the
Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins County, New York , on said
date , the Common Council of said City authorized the issuance of
$1 , 565 ,000 serial bonds of said City to pay part of the cost of the
widening and reconstruction of Elmira Road to convert the same from a
two-lane highway to a five-lane highway, including curbs , gutters ,
grading and improvement of the right-of-way and other incidental and
necessary improvements in connection therewith, and
WHEREAS, it is now desired to provide for the details and authorize the
sale of $1 , 3655,000 of said bonds , and to provide for other matters in
connection therewith; NOW THEREFORE ,
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, as follows :
Section 1 . The serial bonds described in the preambles hereof, shall
each be designated substantially RECONSTRUCTION (SERIAL) BOND, 1979 ,
shall be dated October 1 , 1979 , shall be numbered from 1 to 273 , both
inclusive, shall be of the denomination of $5 ,000 each , shall. mature in
numerical order in the amount of $100000 on December 1 in each of the
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years 1980 to 1986 , both inclusive , $150 ,000 on December 1 in each of the
years 1987 to 1989 , both inclusive , $115 ,000 on December 1 , 1990 and
$100 ,000 on December 1 ,1991 , and shall bear interest payable on June 1 ,
1980 and semi-annually thereafter on December 1 and June 1 . Such bonds
shall bear interest at such rate as may be necessary to sell the same ,
which rate shall be determined in the manner provided in Section 59 . 00 of
the Local Finance Law. Such bonds shall be in bearer coupon form with the
privilege of conversion into bonds registered as to both principal and
interest , and shall be payable as to both principal and interest in lawful
money of the United States of America at The Chase Manhattan Bank, N.A. ,
in New York, New York, which by contract is the paying agent of the issuer.
Such bonds shall be signed in the name of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins
County, New York, by its City Controller, and a facsimile of its corporate
seal shall be imprinted thereon and attested by its City Clerk , and the
interest coupons shall bear the facsimile signature of said City Controller.
Section 2 . All other matters , except as provided herein relating to such
bonds shall be determined by the City Controller. Such bonds shall con-
tain substantially-the recital of validity clause provided for in . Section
�. 52 . 00 of the Locainance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and
contain such recitals , in addition to those required by Section 51 . 00 of the
N Local Finance Law, as the City Controller shall determine .
W Section 3. It is hereby determined that the period of probable usefulness
Q of the aforesaid specific object or purpose is fifteen years , pursuant to
Q subdivision 20 (d) of paragraph a of Section 11. 00 of the Local Finance
Law, computed from May 16 , 1977 , the date of the first bond anticipation
note issued therefor. It is hereby further determined that the sum of
$100 , 000 from a source other than the proceeds of bonds or bond anticipa-
tion notes was used on May 16 , 1979 to reduce outstanding bond anticipa-_
tion notes of said City for such object or purpose , such amount constituting
the first installment of the principal amount of such indebtedness . It is
hereby further determined that the sum of $100 , 500 from a source other
than the proceeds of bonds or bond anticipation notes , will be used on or
before December 17 , 1979 to further reduce outstanding bond anticipation
notes of said City for such object or purpose , such. amount constituting
the second installment of the principal amount of such indebtedness..
Section 4. The faith and credit of said City of Ithaca, Tompkins County,
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 within said City, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of
and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable ..
Section S . The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale ,
conducting the sale and awarding the bonds , are hereby delegated to the
City Controller, who shall advertise such bonds for sale , conduct the
sale and award the bonds in such manner as he shall deem..best for the
interests of said City, provided, however, that in the exercise of these
delegated powers , he shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local
Finance Law and any order of rule of the State Comptroller applicable to
the sale of municipal bonds . The receipt of the City Controller 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.
Section 6 . This resolution shall take effect immediately..
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to
a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Holman Aye Dennis Aye
Bordoni Aye Nichols Aye
Saccucci Aye Slattery Aye
Gutenberger Aye
Schuler Aye Ayes - 9
Boronkay Aye Absent (1) - Boothroyd
Carried
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Transfer of Funds- -Fire Department
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
RESOLVED, That $1 , 500 be transferred from A1990 Contingent Account to
A3410-419 Fire Department - Property Maintenance for repair of the rear
wall and roof edge on Station No. S .
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of 1979 Authorized Equipment List
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That contingent on approval by the Board of Public Works , the
1979 Authorized Equipment List for Streets Administration be amended to
include one mobile radio for Truck #28 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $900 . 00 be transferred from A5010-220 ,
Streets Administration - Office Equipment to A5010-250 , Streets Admini-
stration - Other Equipment.
Carried Unanimously
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That contingent on approval by the Board of Public Works , the
1979 Authorized Equipment List for Refuse and Garbage be amended to
include 1 garbage packer, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $13,000 be transferred from A8745-407 Flood
and Erosion Control - Contractual Services to A8160 -250 Refuse and
Garbage Other Equipment.
Carried Unanimously
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the GIAC 1979 Authorized Equipment List be amended to
include 1 filing cabinet , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $77 . 00 be transferred from A7310-312 GIAC
Program - Equipment , Parts and Supplies to A7310-A-220 GIAC Program
Office Equipment .
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Youth Bureau 1979 Budget
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Youth Bureau Budget be amended as follows :
Increase A7310 - Youth Program
250 Other Equipment $15o306
310 Office Supplies 50
312 Equip . , Parts & Supplies 668
433 Travel and Mileage 500
435 Advertising 300
436 Dues , Memberships & Pub . 250
Increase A2070 - Contributions for Youth $3,074
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the 1979 Youth Bureau Authorized Equipment
List be amended to include :
1 Earth Ball $ 200
1 24 Ft . Parachute 82
3 Mats 180
1 Balance Beam 156
20 Scooters 222
1 Mobile Mat 89
1 Balance Disc 38
1 Bowling Guide Rail 50
1 Portable Bowling Gutter Ramp 88
Balls , Bean Bags , Bats 100
12 Kickboards 50
5-10 Heinekan Aid Converters 12
5 Adult Heinekan Aides 39
Carried Unanimously
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Amendment of 1979 Dept of Public Works Personnel Roster: Part-time
Bus Driver
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Personnel Roster for Bus Operations be amended
to include 1 temporary part-time bus driver.
Discussion followed on the floor.
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the resolution be referred to the Budget and Administra-
tion Committee for clarification and with power to act .
Carried Unanimously
Creation of New Position--Transit Supervisor
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS , at the September 26 , 1979 Board of Public Works meeting , the
Superintendent of Public Works was authorized to request Common Council
to create the position of Transit Supervisor and to establish a salary
scale for said position, and
qq WHEREAS, the request has been reviewed and approved by the Personnel
Administrator;
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Q NOW, THEREFORE, . BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby creates
Q the position of Transit Supervisor, said position to be included in the
Executive Union at Grade l of the 1979 Executive Union Compensation Plan,
$13,011 to $18 ,517, and
BE IT. FURTHER RESOLVED, That the intent is to eliminate 1 Working
Supervisor position when the Transit Supervisor position has been filled,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That any salary established for the position of
Transit Supervisor must be in compliance with the City of Ithaca . Personnel
Manual , with subsequent approval of the Budget and Administration Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Telephone System Improvements
Alderman Gutenberger reported on the proposals for the Youth Bureau,
All-Mode presenting the lowest proposal (.$3143) which would be paid for
within 6 years.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, the proposal for telephone service at the Youth Bureau be
referred to the Budget and Administration Committee with power to act.
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Gutenberger also reported on the proposal for improvements to
the telephone service in the Planning and Development Department ($2233) .
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, the proposal for telephone improvements in the Planning and
Development Department be approved in the amount of $2 , 233.
Carried Unanimously
Reciprocal Tax Exemption- -Town of Ithaca
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS , by a resolution dated January 29 , 1979 , the Town. of Ithaca
granted an exemption from the payment of Town levied real estate taxes on
certain City owned properties located in the Town of It}iaca, and
WHEREAS, the City believes it is in the best interests of both the Town
and the City to grant the Town of Ithaca a tax exesmption on Town property
located in the City of Ithaca;
NOIV, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca hereby grants an
exemption from payment of City levied real estate taxes on the following
Town owned property so long as this property is used by the Town for
municipal purposes :
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61-5- 9 126 East Seneca Street
This exemption does not include relief from special assessments .
Carried Unanimously
312 Rehabilitation Loan Contract
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be and is hereby authorized and directed to
execute a contract with the Community Development Agency for the admini-'
stration of 312 Program.
Carried Unanimously
Council with New York State Council on the Arts- -Historic Preservation
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis -
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has received a grant of $8 ,500 from the New
York State Council on the Arts contingent on matching funds of $4 ,000 ,
and
WHEREAS, the grant will be used to contract with a coordinator for a
period of one year to provide for the preservation of Ithaca' s archi-
tectural heritage through designation of historic structures and
districts and public programs of public awareness ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , That :
1. the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute a
contract with the New York State Council on the Arts for a grant
of $8, 500 ;
2 . the Department of Planning and Development will prepare a work
program for this project to be approved by Common Council at the
November meeting ;
3. a Committee, composed of 2 members of the Budget and Administration
Committee , 2 members of the Planning Board and 2 members of the
Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission, to be appointed by the
Chairman of the respective Boards , will make a recommendation to the
Common Council for the selection of the consultant ; and
4 . the source of the matching funds of $4,000 will be as follows :
(a) $2 ,000 from Account 8020-101 Planning - Salaries
(b) $2 ,000 from Community Development funds
Carried Unanimously
Administration and Enforcement of Fair Labor Standards , Section 3 of
HUD Requirements and Equal Employment Opportunity
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is required to administer and enforce the
Fair Labor Standards , Section 3 of HUD Requirements and Equal Employment
Opportunities on all construction and consultant contracts , and
WHEREAS, the Fair Labor Standards are federal requirements which define
wage levels on construction projects and require that a community assure
HUD that its officers are enforcing these wage guidelines , and
WHEREAS, Section 3 of HUD Requirements states that the grantee (City-
of Ithaca) must agree to and require of their subcontractors that they :
(a) make employment and training opportunities in planning and con-
struction of any projects available to lower income persons residing
in the project area, and
(b) award contracts for work or services to businesses or individuals
residing in the area of the project , and
WHEREAS, Equal Employment Opportunities states that the grantee (City
of Ithaca) must agree to and require of their subcontractors that they
do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
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because of race , color, religion, sex or national origin. Contractors
and subcontractors must take affirmative action to ensure applicants are
employed and employees treated without regard to the above. Contractors
must agree to all provisions of Executives Order No. 11246 , including
agreement to make reports show books , accounts , etc. in order to show
compliance with this order;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council. hereby adopts
these standards as set forth by the Federal Guidelines to be used on all
construction projects and consultant contracts regardless of the source
of funding, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Department of Public Works be assigned
the responsibility to monitor all construction contracts to ensure
compliance with these standards .
Carried Unanimously
By Alderman Gutenberger.: . Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That in order to effectuate the policy as set forth in regard
�. to the Fair Labor .Standards , Section 3 of HUD Requirements and Equal
Employment Opportunities , this Common Council hereby directs the Board
of Public Works to enter into a contract with the Ithaca Urban Renewal
W Agency to carry out these federal guidelines on all construction projects
funded by Community Development Funds , and
Q
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That negotiations for said contract are to begin
immediately and a report made to Common Council at the November meeting ,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That if the Board of Public Works and the Ithaca
Urban Renewal Agency cannot agree on a suitable contract , it be referred
to the Budget and Administration Committee of Common Council to set
guidelines for said contract.
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger; Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and
Administration Committee in the total amount of $38 ,464 . 34 as listed
on Audit Abstract #17/1979 , be approved for payment .
Carried Unanimously
Petty Cash for Cass Park Pool and Rink
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That a petty cash fund in the amount of $100 . 00 be established
for Cass Park Pool and Rink, said funds to be appropriated from
A7310- 322 Youth Program - Concession Supplies .
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
Changes in Parking Regulations Affecting Linden Avenue and Dryden Road
Areas Previously Approved by Board of Public Works- -Ordinance Recommended
by Traffic Engineer
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
ORDINANCE NO. 79-11
,AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 60 ("Traffic and Vehicles") OF THE CITY OF
ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE,
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York , as follows :
Section 1 . That Section 60 , 42 ("All-night parking") shall be amended
as follows:
1. In Section C ("Metered zones") delete Linden Avenue , west side , from
the south line of Dryden Road to a point one hundred (100) feet southerly
and insert Linden Avenue , west side , from the south line of Dryden Road
'to a point five hundred (500) feet southerly.
2 . In Section B ("Alternate parking") Schedule A, delete Linden Avenue,
west side , from the south line of Dryden Road to a point one hundred (100)
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feet southerly and insert Linden Avenue , west side , from: a point five
hundred (500) feet southerly from the south line of Dryden Road to
Mitchell Street.
3. In Section B ("Alternate parking") Schedule A, delete Maplewood
Grove Place , west side , entire length, and insert Maple Grove Place ,
west side , entire length.
4. In Section B ("Alternate parking") Schedule A, delete Dryden Road,
Maplewood Grove to Ithaca Road; and insert Dryden Road, north side , from
a point one-hundred forty (140) feet east of Elmwood Avenue , east line .,
east to a point two hundred (200) feet west . of Ithaca Road.
S . In Section B ("Alternate parking") Schedule A, insert Fairmount Avenue ,
west side , Elmwood Avenue to Bryant Avenue.
Section 2 . That Section 60 . 51 ("Parking Meters") shall be amended as
follows :
1 . In Section A ("Zones , Highways") delete Linden Avenue , west side ,
from the south line of Dryden Road to a point one hundred (100) feet
southerly therefrom and insert Linden Avenue , west side , from the south
line of Dryden Road to a point five hundred (500) feet southerly.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in #3. 11 (B) of the
Ithaca City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
Proposal To Establish Restricted Parking Area for South Hill Residential
Neighborhoods Suggested as Aftermath of Petition Presented to the
Common Council on September S . 1979
Alderman Nichols reported that her committee is investigating the
legality of the proposal in the State Attorney General 's office , in
addition to City Attorney Shapiro researching the question. Within the
coming month she expects to meet with the Police Department.
Enforcement of City of Ithaca Noise Ordinance in Cases Where a Party
Permit Has Been Granted
Alderman Nichols reported that a number of complaints have been received
from residential areas regarding noise and disorderly conduct from
parties where permits have been granted. Police Chief Herson is getting
information together, and Mayor Conley plans to meet with him and the
Dean of Students and members of Cornell ' s Inter-fraternal Council to
discuss the problem.
Changes in Taxicab Ordinance
Alderman Nichols reported that she expects to bring a report to Council
within the next month or two .
Legislation To Give City of Ithaca Residents First Consideration in
Civil Service Appointments
Alderman Nichols referred to a letter from the Civil Service Commission
stating that at its September 11th meeting the Commission had passed a
resolution that the Council be asked to implement local legislation to
require that City of Ithaca residents be given first consideration onr.
Civil Service positions with the city.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the letter and resolution from the Civil Service Commission
be referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee for recommendation
back to the Council .
Carried Unanimously
Moratorium on Liquor Licenses in Downtown
Alderman Nichols reported-that Mayor Conley referred the information on
the moratorium on liquor licenses in the downtown to the Alcoholics
Beverage Control Board, and they acknowledge receipt of the information .
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION:
Alderman Holman reported that the bikeway signs are being stolen. She
expressed appreciation for the efforts of the Department of Public Works
in installing the signs .
Alderman Holman informed the Council that the Environmental Commission ,
at its October 15 meeting , will discuss the resource recovery and solid
waste proj ect .
CIRCLE GREENWAY COMMITTEE:
Alderman Nichols reported that the Circle Greenway will publish its
next issue of the Circumnavigator which will deal with the area along
the waterfront. Also , there will be an umbrella walk along the water-
front on the 20th.
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Human Services Coalition
Alderman Holman reported that the Human Services Coalition meets on the
fourth Friday of the month in the .morning on a regular basis . She
reported that they sponsored a meeting among joint funders : city, county
and United Way and she has prepared a list for the Budget and Administra-
tion Committee of the concerns presented at that time about the way
W funding for Human Services ought to be resolved at the county level .
Q Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency
Q Alderman Dennis reported that the Agency is moving ahead with the
neighborhood improvements part of the Community Development Program
which affects people in the First , Second and Fifth Wards . It deals
with improving the looks of the neighborhood, Wood Street Park area,
curbs , sidewalks for handicapped, etc. Those contracts are being worked
on and will be let and the work should be finished within the next year.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
Alderman Slattery reported that Jonathan Meigs of the Planning Department
had been in touch with Conrail concerning pre-emptive signals for the
railroad; Conrail had indicated that it would not be in their best interest
to provide the signals in Ithaca because there is no precedence for it in
New York State , and if the City of Ithaca were to . receive pre-emptive
signals , and each community which petitioned for them, it would be costly
for Conrail. Alderman Slattery asked that the Mayor's office contact the
New York State Department of Transportation to see what can be done to
implement traffic signals in Ithaca.
Route 96
Alderman Slattery presented a petition containing 65 names concerning
the Route 96 issue as follows :
"We respect our environment . However, priorities must be weighed.
Emergency fire , ambulance , and police service to th-e hospital , Lakeside
Nursing Home , the two schools , and homes on the west side of the railroad
tracks is not adequate . Police Chief Herson, Fire Chief Weaver, Sheriff
Howard, and Fire and Disaster Coordinator Miller all have expressed these
concerns .
Tractor trailers must be removed from Cliff Street as soon as possible .
Ambulances , Gadabout vans , or crowded school buses have been , and may
continue to be , slammed into again, and more traffic fatalities may occur
if a workable solution is not expedited.
Intolerable and hazardous traffic congestion from the Octopus Bridge to
Corn Street and from Smith' s Hardware to Joe ' s Restaurant , as well as at
Cass Park in the summertime , must be relieved.
A forthright and realistic solution is needed. Our city cannot afford
the multi-million dollar cost of this project . However, the project
would be funded entirely by federal and state aid, and those highway
officials have clearly informed our communi'--y' s representatives that only
a four lane highway is acceptable to safely handle the present - let alone
possible future - increased traffic flow.
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An overpass above the railroad tracks , a second bridge to relieve the
traffic bottleneck, to be located at least a few blocks north of the
present Octopus Bridge , 'and decreased heavy truck traffic on Cliff
Street are essential.
Obviously, we all want a plan that has the least negative impact and
cost , while realistically solving the above problems . ' Until then, patients
at our hospital and Lakeside Nursing Home , children in West Hill and „
Glenwood schools , west side residents , and in fact , all Ithacans will
remain vulnerable to more potential tragedies .
Three proposed Route 96 designs are feasible . These are the U7- 3 Plan, '`""'"
the County Plan, and the City Engineer' s Plan. Subsequent flexibility
in narrowing down the final choice and further modifications will be
needed, but the time has come for meaningful , positive action beneficial
to the health, safety, and welfare of the vast majority of people in our
community.
We recommend the support of all of our city' s elected officials and
candidates for public office behind this matter. "
NEW BUSINESS:
Salaries o Election Inspectors
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the matter of salaries of election inspectors be referred
to the Budget and Administration Committee
Carried Unanimously
Senior Citizens
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Charter and Ordinance Committee review with the
Fire Department a method of alerting the Fire Department that an elderly
person that is incapacitated is in residence .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT: '
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 48 p .m.
oJeph A. Run 1e, Ci.ty Clerk war J. C ley, Mayo
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. November 7 , 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger,
Holman, Nichols , Saccucci , Schuler, Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Fire Chief - Weaver
Building Commissioner - Hoard
City Engineer - Cox
City Attorney - Shapiro
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Community Development Housing Specialist - Evans
Asst. to the Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
Police Chief - Herson
Alderman elect - Banfield
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE : \
W Mayor Conleyled all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Q American flag. - -
Q The Council remained standing for a moment of silent prayer in memory
of Robert J. Bruce, Sr.
Alderman Bordoni read the following resolution: Seconded by Alderman
Nichols .
WHEREAS, Robert J. Bruce , Sr. , lovingly known as "Pop ," gave unselfish-
ly of his time to his fellow citizens , and
WHEREAS , Pop joined Rescue Steamer Chemical Co . #2 , Ithaca Fire
Department , in 1925 and held every office in the company, becoming
Captain 1937- 38; he was director several times and held that position
at the time of his death, and
WHEREAS, Pop joined the Ithaca Veteran Volunteer Firemen' s Association
in 1936 , in which he held several offices and .was named "Volunteer
Fireman of the Year" in 1971 , and
WHEREAS, he served as Fire Commissioner for the City of Ithaca 1966
thru 1977 , and
WHEREAS, he also served as Police Commissioner for the City 1973 thru
1976, and
WHEREAS , not only did Pop serve hjs community with 54 years of fire
fighting service , but as a leader , loving husband and father, and a
businessman whom many loved and respected;
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council , on behalf of the City of
Ithaca, expresses its sympathy to his wife and his family;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be spread upon the
Minutes , with a copy_ being sent to his wife , and one to the Fire
Department , in memory of our beloved "Pop . "
Carried Unanimously
On behalf of himself and the Council , Mayor Conley extended con-
gratulations to Raymond Bordoni , Jr. , Mayor-elect 1980- 81 ; he also
. recognized Aldermen Slattery, Holman, Dennis and Schuler, who were
re-elected in their respective wards , and David Banfield, who was
elected alderman to replace Raymond Bordoni in the Fifth Ward.
MINUTES:
By Alderman Bordoni : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the September 26 , 1979 , and October 3,
1979 Meetings be approved as recorded by the City Clerk.
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Alderman Schuler asked that the October 3, 1979 Minutes show that the
petition read by Alderman Slattery [concerning Rt. 96 , under UN-
FINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS] is not new material--that other
communications on the issue have been presented to the Council- -one on
March 28.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried as Corrected. low,
a SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
i Public Hearing- -Community Development Program- -Amendment to Fifth Yea
Applications by Adding in Contingency from First thru Third Year
Entitlements
Resolution to Open Public Hearin
By Alderman Boron ay: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing on Community Development Program
Amendment to Fifth Year Applications by Adding in Contingency from
First thru Third Year Entitlements , be opened.
Carried Unanimously
Planning ,_& Development Director Van Cort ad-dressed the hearing briefly,
providing the specifics of the proposed action, the reason for it , and
the requirement .that it be acted upon by the Council .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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No one appeared from the public to address the Public Hearing.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing on Community Development Program,
Amendment to Fifth Year Applications by Adding in Contingency from
:a First thru Third Year Entitlements , be closed.
Carried Unanimously
j Resolution 115
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, Community Development Contingency funds for all of the first
two years ( 175 , 176) and part of the third year ( 177) were established
for unanticipated needs in community and economic development , and
WHEREAS, said contingency funds remain available for reprogramming as
necessary;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That $20 , 000 be made available to the
Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services for partial funding of a work
crew to assist homeowners whose incomes are too low to afford the full
Tabor cost of contractors , and
FURTHERMORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That $20 ,000 be made available to the IURA/
CDA for other CD administrative functions relating to Economic Develop-
ment.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested the addition of the following to the
A' agenda of the Budget and Administration Committee :
1) a resolution concerning a line painter,
2) a resolution regarding employees who have requested review of
their status with the city, in reference to wages , and
3) an item regarding amendment to the Law Authorized Equipment
List .
No Council member objected.
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COMMUNICATIONS:
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
City Clerk Rundle read the folrowing communication from the Chamber of
Commerce Executive Director, copies of which had been distributed to
the aldermen:
"October 30 , 1979
Joseph Rundle, City Clerk
Common Council
Dear Mr. Rundle:
The Board of Directors of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce would
like the attached resolution read and made a part of the minutes of
record of your next meeting.
As indicated, this Resolution was passed at our meeting of the Board on
October 17th, 1979 .
(� We hope that Common Council will bear the Chamber resolution in mind-
W when referring to the business viewpoint on this most crucial matter.
Q Our President , Ed Scholl , is our spokesman on the matter and he would
be happy to discuss this _resolution if he is asked to do so.
Most sincerely,
Ralph L. Jordan
Executive Director
"Resolution
I WHEREAS: The Board of Directors of the Tompkins County Chamber of
! Commerce wishes to restate its March 21 , 1979 resolution calling for
a four-lane with by-pass over the Lehigh Valley Railroad as the only
solution to the Route 96 question, and
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WHEREAS: A meeting was held on October 12th, 1979 with Fire , Safety,
Disaster, Health, and West End Business Assn. Representatives to
evaluate an additional plan that was presented on October 6th and
referred to as "The Feldman Plan" which received no positive support
by those present , and
WHEREAS : Any new plan introduced into the process at this time could
erase any and all progress made to date in getting a series of plans
to the New York State Department of Transportation for consideration
and the subsequent consideration by Common Council ..
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That this Chamber go on record asking
the Common Council of the City of Ithaca to select one , or more if
necessary, of the five plans that are now in progress and not consider
any additional plans or actions that would delay or postpone any one
of the five plans now under consideration.
Dated this 17th Day of Oct. of 1979
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Ed Scholl , President"
I PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Route 96
Margaret Feldman , 10S Cascadilla Park, author of "The Feldman Plan"
addressed the Council , requesting that no immediate action be taken on
the resolution received from the Chamber of Commerce , and further
requesting that the Council give attention and consideration to
implementing some of the positive things she indicated could be done
immediately.
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Senior Citizens
Merrill Shipherd, Etna, N.Y. , Pres . , Senior Citizens Council , offered
congratulations to Mayor-elect Bordoni and members of the Council who
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who have been elected or re-elected in the recent election, and
Mayor Conley who has "toiled long in the vineyards . " He introduced
Beverly Stone, Executive Director of the Senior Citizens Council ,
and Al Pearl , representative of the Council.
Increase of Request
Al Pearl, 412 Warren Place, addressed the Council concerning the level
of support of the City to the Senior Citizens Council , and read the
following letter:
"Mr. Richard Daley, Controller
City of Ithaca
Dear Mt. Daley:
In accordance with instructions from our Finance Committee and from
the Executive Committee of the Senior Citizens ' Council , we are , as
of this date, revising our request for City support for 1980.
An original request -directed to the City Controller on August 20 , 1979
f was for $12 ,000. We have now concluded that this amount does not
E fully reflect the level of support which we feel is needed and can be
fully_.justified on the part of the City.
We , therefore , ask that our request for support in 1980 be increased
from $12 , 000 to $15 ,000.
Please advise us if any further information or action is required on '
our part.
Sincerely,
Al Pearl, Treasurer
Merrell Shipherd, President
j Beverly Stone, Executive Director
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Multi-county Resource Recovery Project- -DEIS
Phil Cox, 221 Cornell Street , City Engineer and President , Ithaca
Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers , addressed the
Council as a private citizen, commenting on the practice of Engineering
and Professional and Consulting Engineers . He then called attention
{ to Planning & Development Committee Agenda Item A;_ a resolution con-
cerning the Multi-county Resource Recovery Project ; more specifically,
paragraph 5 , saying it questioned the integrity of the Engineering
Profession, i:in 'general . He suggested that the resolution be returned
to the committee for further consideration, or that it be amended.
Discussion followed on the floor. AA
Multi-county Resource Recovery Project
Dan Hoffman, 607 N. Tioga Street, addressed the council , speaking in
favor of the resolution concerning the project . He said he believes
it is in the city' s interest to look into other possibilities .
Multi-county Resource Recovery Project
Richard Booth , 110 Delaware Avenue , chairperson of the Finger Lakes
Group of the Sierra Club , addressed the Council , saying that it is
critical that a full Environmental Impact Statement under the State
s Environmental Quality Review Act at all stages be insisted upon by
the City, and be recognized by county officials and whatever other
officials enter into final decision making as to whether the project
be done. He said it is also critical that the city insist at all
stages that the impact statement include an analysis of all reasonable
alternatives to the facility . He also urged that the New York Dept .
of Environmental Conservation be designated as lead agency in
preparation of the DEIS under the State Environmental Quality Review
Act .
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The Rev. Robert Louis Johnson, 136 Cleveland Avenue , spoke to the
Council on the following: his concern for the City of Ithaca and
the outlying areas , the Multi-county Resource Recovery Project , the
unemployed people in Ithaca and their need for jobs , the Klan incident
on Ithaca College Campus and the need of the people to work together
to keep Ithaca alive and set an example for other cities to follow.
Will Burbank, 222 Utica Street, Chairman of the City of Ithaca
Environmental Commission, responded to the concerns voiced by Mr. Cox,
saying the Commission had been 'concerned with objectivity. He said
it is very important, if the city wants to take action on the Multi-
county Resource Recovery Project , that it do so as soon as possible .
Senior Citizens Council
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by. Alderman Saccucci .
RESOLVED, the letter from the. Senior Citizens Council be referred to
the Budget and Administration Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Council recessed at 8 : 45 p.m.
Lli Council reconvened in regular session at 9 : 00 p.m.
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CON,NUN ICAT IONS FROM THE MAYOR:
`Q Comparison of 1980 Budget Requests to 1979 Adopted Budget
Mayor Conley reviewed the 1980 Budget Requests compared to the 1979
Adopted Budget, and his recommendations for the 1980 Budget.
Resolution
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, the Mayor' s recommendations for the 1980 Budget and the
Comparison of 1980 Budget Requests to 1979 Adopted Budget be referred
to the Budget and Administration Committee.
Carried. Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
G. I .A. C. Fire Repairs Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby establishes a capital project
to be known as "G. I .A. C. Fire Repairs" in the amount of $60 ,680 , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the 1979 Final Budget be amended as
follows :
Increase A9550- 7 Transfer to Capital Fund $60 ,680
Increase A2680 Insurance Recoveries $60 ,680
Carried Unanimously
Close-out of Columbia Street Annex,, Park Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That Capital Project A391-177 Columbia Street Annex Park be
closed out .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Close-out of Capital Reserve Account 22A State Aided Buses
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That Capital Reserve Account 22A, State Aided Buses be closed
out and said funds to be transferred to Capital Reserve Account 22 ,
Buses .
Carried Unanimously
Close-out of Transit Development Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the City Controller be authorized to close out Capital
Account A391-144 , Transit Development prior to December 31 , 1979 , and
any unused funds to be transferred to Capital Reserve Account 22 , Buses .
Carried Unanimously
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Designation of Marriage License Clerk
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS, City Clerk Rundle requests Common Council to approve his,
designation of Etta C. Gray as Marriage License Clerk to receive appli-
cations , examine applications , investigate and issue Marriage Licenses
in his absence or inability to act ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Clerk' s designation of
Etta C. Gray as a Marriage License Clerk be approved.
Carried Unanimously
Approval and Confirmation of Sidewalk Assessments
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works levied sidewalk assessments on
August 8 , 1979 , for the construction of sidewalks at various locations
in the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS., a Public Hearing thereon was held by said Board on October 24,
1979 , at which time the Board took action to finally approve said
assessments and filed schedule thereof with the Council for confirma-
tion and final approval ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That said assessments in the total
amount of $4, 586. 62 (schedule attached) be and the same hereby is
approved and confirmed; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Clerk be and hereby is directed
to prepare a Warrant on the City Chamberlain in accordance with such
schedule for the collection of said assessments ; and that the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute such Warrant , where-
upon all such assessments will become due and payable from the date of
execution thereof; and on all such assessments or portions thereof
remaining unpaid after the expiration of six months from the date of
such Warrant, the City Chamberlain shall add and collect the percentag
thereon. at the rate of 5% per annum except and provided, however, that
the City Chamberlain may allow persons to pay their assessment, if the
aggregate amount exceeds $25 . 00 , in five equal installments , with
interest at 5% , on or about June 1st each year, provided however, that :?
any person desiring to pay by installments shall make application
promptly in writing to the City Chamberlain; and all properties having
such assessments or portions thereof of installment payments in arrears ,
and remaining unpaid at the close of any City Tax collection period
shall be included by the City Chamberlain in a subsequent City Tax
Sale held in November each year following such City tax collection
period; and such property shall be sold for any unpaid assessments or
portions thereof or any unpaid installment payments , together with the
outstanding balance of such installment payments , together with all
interest , fees and penalties that may have accrued.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the .resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Authorization for Budget Appropriation Transfers
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the City Controller be empowered to make transfers with
the 1979 budget appropriations as may be needed.
Carried Unanimously
Increase of Election Inspectors ' Fees
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the following schedule for payment of Election Inspectors
be adopted:
1 . Registration Day $30 . 00
2 . Primary Day (raised from $ 30 . 00) 40. 00
3. Election Day (raised from $35 . 00) 60 . 00
4 . Chairman additional 5 . 00
S . Instruction School 5 . 00
6. Canvassing Machines 25 . 00
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Said rates to be effective in 1979 election year.
Carried Unanimously
Creation of Planning Technician II Position
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby creates the position of
Planning Technician II , said position to be included in the C. S.E.A. -
Administrative Unit at a salary range of $ 7, 112 to $10 , 527 on the
1979 C. S.E.A. -Administrative Unit Compensation Plan.
Carried Unanimously
Transit Supervisor Appointment
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That this Common Council confirms the provisional appoint-
ment of Bernard Carpenter for the . position of Transit Supervisor in
the Department of Public Works , effective November 4, 1979 , and
establishes the salary for said appointment at $15 ,829 annually (Step
V of 1979 Executive Association Compensation Plan) , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a position o£_Working Supervisor be
(� eliminated from the Department of Public Works -Roster.
LJ Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Department of Public Works Personnel Roster
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the 1979 Department of Public Works Personnel Roster
be amended to include one additional bus driver.
- - Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Youth Program 1979 Authorized Equipment List
By Alderman Gutenberger : Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Youth Program 1979 Authorized Equipment List be
' amended as follows :
Include 1 Sewing Machine $160 . 00
Include 1 Hot Chocolate Machine 235 . 00
Delete 1 Kiln 500 . 00
Carried Unanimously
Approval for Youth Bureau to Apply for New York State Division for
Youth Funds
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is about to submit an application for con-
tinuation of the Youth Bureau project to the New York State Division
for Youth for its approval , and if approved, to apply subsequently to
the State of New York for partial reimbursement of funds expended on
said project as provided by Chapter 556 of the Laws of 1945 , as
amended;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That such application is in all respects
approved and Edward J Conley, Mayor, is hereby directed and authorized
to duly execute and present said application to the New York State
Division for Youth for its approval ;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution shall take effect
January 1 , 1980 .
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of G. I .A. C. Program 1979 Final Budget
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the G. I .A. C. Program 1979 Final Budget be amended as
follows :
Increase A7311- 250 G. I .A. C. Program- -Other Equipment $4 ,097. 00
Increase A2680 Insurance Recoveries $42097. 00
Carried Unanimously
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Joint Tax Collection Process--Referral to Intergovernmental Relations
Committee
By Al an Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Audit and Control has recom-
mended that the City give consideration to changing the budget tax
levy-fiscal year structures to coincide , one with the other;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the „
Intergovernmental Relations- Committee of Common Council to investi-
gate the possibility of a joint City, County , State and School Distric
tax collection process .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried .Unanimously
Incremental Adjustments for Certain Employees
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, the Personnel Board for the City of . Ithaca convened as the
Salary incremental Adjustment Board on October -11 , 1979 , and
October 16 , 1979 , and
WHEREAS, Said Board received and considered the records and recommenda
tions. of personnel recommended by their Department Heads for a salary
incremental adjustment, and
WHEREAS, after due deliberation the Salary Incremental Adjustment
Board (SIAB) recommended to the Budget and Administration Committee
of the Common Council seven (7) employees who they believed to be the
most qualified and deserving of those recommended for a salary
incremental adjustment , and
MTEREX5 after reviewing the recommendations the Budget and Administra-,
tion Committee recommended that the City of Ithaca Personnel Board ;;
SIAB results be approved;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That salary incremental increases be
approved to adjust the annual salary of each of the following employees
as follows :
Michael Bottge $14 ,281
{ Sally Carpenter 15 ,026
i Audrey Cooper 9 ,467
Mary Jo Cosner 7, 867
John Doyle 113,633
Susan Hazlett Logan 10 ,592
Charles Manning 8,416
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the pity Controller be directed to make
these increases effective November 1 , 1979 , and the Personnel Admini-
strator be directed to notify the Department Heads of these decisions .
Carried Unanimously
Annual Retirement Payment to New York State
City Controller: Daley reported that the retirement bill of the city
which runs over $900 ,000 per year, has to be paid -by June 15th or
there is a 5o penalty added; the State has been working toward making
the state per capita aid available prior to that date so it can be
applied on the retirement bill .
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City Graphics project
Alderman Gutenberger reported that the City Graphics Project will be
taken up when the committee goes through the 1980 budget deliberations .
Transfer of Funds- -Line Painter
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has requested Common Council to
transfer $ 3, 500 from A5120- 230 , Maintenance of Bridges- -Motor Vehicle
Equipment to A3311- 250 , Traffic Control- -Other Equipment to provide
additional funds for the purchase of a line painter, and
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WHEREAS, after preliminary investigation, it was determined that there
was further information needed relative to the purchase of the machine ,
and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public .Works referred this matter to the Parking,
Traffic and Transit Committee for further review of the - use of and the
possibility of re-bidding the line painter, with power to act ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the
Budget and Administration Committee of Common Council , jointly with the
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee of the Board of Public Works ,
with power to act.
Carried Unanimously
Amendment to Law Authorized Equipment List
By Alderman Gutenberger:. Seconded by- Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Law 1979 Authorized Equipment List be amended to
include 1 filing cabinet. No additional appropriation is needed.
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
- . RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $48, 269 . 32 as listed on
Q Audit Abstract #18/1979 , be approved for payment.
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE: -
' Civil Service Preference fo_rC—ity Residents
Alderman Nichols reported that a draft resolution is under study by the
committee and other involved individuals and groups , and that hopefully
a resolution in final form will be ready for action by the Council at
its December meeting.
Increase in Income Ceiling for partial tax exemption legislation passed
by Common Council in June and prepared by City Attorney for final
approval
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
ORDINANCE 79-12
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 81 ENTITLED "PARTIAL TAX EXEMPTION"
OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca, New York as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 81 Entitled "Partial Tax Exemption" of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows :
Limitations on exempt�pn (81. 2)
No exemptions shall be granted:
No exemption shall be granted if the income of the owner
or a combined income of the owners of the property exceeds
the sum of Eight Thousand Dollars ($8 ,000 . 00) for the
income tax year-immediately preceding the date of making
application for exemption. Income tax year shall mean a
twelve (12) month period for which the owner or owners
filed a federal personal income tax return, or if no such
return is filed, the calendar year... Where title is vested
in either the husband or the wife , their combined income may
not exceed such sum. Such income shall include social
security and retirement benefits , interest , dividends , the
net rental income , salary or earnings , and net income from
self-employment but shall not include gifts or inheritances .
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in
accordance with law upon publication of a notice as pro-
vided in Section 3. 11 (b) of the Ithaca City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
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Historic Landmark Designation of Roberts-Stone Complex on the Cornell
agricultural cam us requested by Landmarks Preservation Commission
Alderman Nichols reported that the ILPC had met in October an ha
requested the Charter & Ordinance Committee to recommend concerning
the designation; however,- the Committee has not been able to complete
their study. A joint meeting of the Charter and Ordinance Committee/
Planning and Development Committee -and the City Planning Board has
been scheduled for November 13, 1979 at 8: 00 p .m. in the Common Counc""l
Chambers to discuss the designation.
Implementation of secure door and window lock provisions of City Hous-* s
Code passed at October Council meeting
For information of Council members and the public , Alderman Nichols
reported that Building Commissioner Hoard had provided guidelines and
procedures to be used by housing inspectors in connection with the
"Lock Law" passed by the Council in October. Copies were distributed
to the aldermen.
Neighborhood Parking on South Hill
Alderman Nichols reported that this item had been referred jointly to
the Intergovernmental , Human Services anal Charter F Ordinance Committees
the previous month. Following the last meeting of the Charter &
Ordinance Committee she referred the item to the Board of Public Works
who referred it to their Parking and Transit Committee. It is currently
being worked on by Comm. Cleveland and his committee .
Method of alerting rescue workers to the presence of an elderly or
handicapped person on premises
Alderman Nichols reported that the committee has done some work on this
item and will continue working on it.
Request for legislation to obtain relief for firefighters or police
officers who , through no fault of their own , were placed in the wrong
retirement system
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci '
WHEREAS, the Personnel Administrator has presented information to the
City Attorney in order to secure legislation to grant relief to any
firefighters or police officers who through no fault of their own were
placed in the wrong retirement system, and
WHEREAS, this type of request must come from the Common Council , and
WHEREAS, the City Attorney has indicated that he will draft the proposed
legislation and prepare all forwarding documents as needed;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby
respectfully request action by the New York State Assembly and the New
York State Senate to obtain the '.desired relief for at least one indi-
vidual and possibly others , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Clerk shall send official copies
of this resolution to State Senator William Smith and Assemblyman Hugh
"Sam" McNeil .
Carried Unanimously
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Multi-county Resource Recovery Project- -Joint Resolution of the Plann;
and Development Committee and the Environmental Commission
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Common Council and the Environmental, Commis-
sion support the general concepts of both energy and materials recovery
from solid waste ; and
WHEREAS , the City of Ithaca will bear the brunt of the potentially ad-
verse envirommnetal impacts of the proposed Multi-county Resources
Recovery Project ; and
WHEREAS, all the significant questions regarding environmental impacts
on the City of Ithaca have not been answered;
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THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council and Environmental
Commission do hereby recommend that before both Tompkins County and
the City of Ithaca decide whether or not to participate in the proposed
Multi-county Resource Recovery Project , sufficient funds be allocated
by the County to gather additional detailed information on:
1) the potential impacts of the proposed project on traffic and on air
qualtiy in the City of Ithaca, and
Z) the net energy balance analysis of the proposed project and its
alternatives, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the proposed project is clearly an action
requiring a DEIS under SEQRA, that the NYDEC should be designated as
lead agency, and that the NYDEC , as lead agency, shall determine what
agency or other entity shall prepare the DEIS, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That if Tompkins County decides to allocate . -:_
funds for a preliminary engineering design, that it should also allocate
funds for an in-depth study of resource material recovery and source
separation for Tompkins County and that particular attention be given
L to the needs and concerns of the City of Ithaca, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City -.of Ithaca shall retain ownership
Q and control of its own waste stream, and that after consideration of
the additional information to be gathered, the City of Ithaca will
decide whether or not to participate in the proposed project.
Carried Unanimously
City Clerk Rundle was directed to forward a certified copy of the
resolution to the Board of Representatives .
Energy Recovery
Alderman Dennis reported that Director of Planning $ Development
Van Cort has discussed the problem with Argonne National Laboratory
in Chicago , and they probably can provide some free technical services
for the city.
New York State Council on the Arts Grant for Staff to Ithaca Landmarks
Preservation Commission
Alderman Dennis reported that the Work Program requested by the Council
will be taken to the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission for
recommendation, after which it will go to the Planning & Development
of Council in November, and to the Common Council in December.
Spencer Road
Alderman Dennis provided aldermen with copies of a two-page report from
Planning and Development , in respect to making Spencer Road a one-way
street; and commented .that the is.sue will be discussed by his committee
in November.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Alderman Slattery reported that his committee had met with the Town of
Ithaca regarding their youth services contract , and had not been able
to reach a satisfactory conclusion. The committee will continue
talking with them and hopefully will be able to resolve the problem.
He also reported that the committee will be meeting with the other
municipalities on November 14 , 1979 in the Council chambers to discuss
services extended outside for their municipalities .
Mayor Conley suggested that the Budget and Administration Committee
and members of the Council sit down and look at the effect of the loss
of State Division of Youth funds , and its impact ; he thinks it will
give a key as to what services the city will be able to provide .
Mayor Conley also suggested that the IN•Iayor and Town supervisors get
together on approval of appointments on the County Youth Bureau
Advisory Board.
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CIRCLE GREENWAY COMMITTEE:
Alderman Nichols reported that a very nice walk along the waterfront
on a beautiful Saturday afternoon was the highlight of the fall
activity of the committee.
HUMAN SERVICES COALITION REPORT :
Youth Services m
Alderman Holman commented that the Council had before them a report
which summarizes the coalition activities in regard to the city. She
reported that the coalition is going to request that the county fund
the coalition for a full year believing that an evaluation is importan' "'
and ought to be done. She said Bob Cutia had met with the coalition
and will be setting' up . a meeting with several interested parties to
determine what some of the procedures ought to be in working out the
youth funding.
Mayor Conley suggested that it might be helpful to the Town of Ithaca
and the city' s Youth Bureau, from a program standpoint , to work with
the coalition as an interested third party.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS :
Historic Preservation Coordinator
Alderman Guten erger reported that a 6-person committee has met con-
cerning advertising for a historic preservation coordinator. Several
applications have been received and the committee will meet again to
start going over the applications.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That this Common Council approves the addition of the words ,
"An Equal Opportunity Employer with An Affirmative Action Program" to
all stationery and invoices going out of the city. '
Carried Unanimously
Personnel Files
Alderman Boothroyd reported he had received a memo from the Personnel
Administrator concerning a request for individual employees ' personnel
folders being supplied to that office ; he commented that the Council
approves the request and will make every attempt to ensure cooperation
from the departments .
Alderman Boothroyd also reported receiving a memo from the Personnel
Administrator concerning handicapped accessibility to City Hall .
NEW BUSINESS:
Alderman Slattery informed Council that a report has been completed by
the Tompkins County Senior Citizens Council , In. , "Housing for Elders
in Tompkins County- -A Call to Action. "
Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the "Housing for Elders in Tompkins County" report be
referred to the Planning Board for their comments .
Carried Unanimously
Television Cable Commission
Alderman Saccucci asked . for a report concerning the television cable
service and profits .. Mayor Conley informed him that the City Cable
Commission has requested an audited financial statement from the
Television Cable Corp. for review.
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 47 p.m.
o eph A. Rundle , City Clerk Edward J . Con-ley Iayor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. December 5 , 1979
PRESENT :
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger,
Holman, Nichols , Saccucci , Schuler , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Attorney - Shapiro
City Controller - Daley
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Fire Chief - Weaver
Chief of Police - Herson
Alderman-elect - Banfield
City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
American flag.
(v MINUTES:
W By Alterman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the November 7 , 1979 meeting be approved
as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Alderman Holman requested permission to present a resolution concerning
Ithaca College.
No Council member objected.
Planning and Development Committee :
Al erman Dennis requested permission to remove Item B of the Planning
and Development Committee agenda and present a substitute resolution.
No Council member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS :
City Clerk Rundle commented that he had received two communications- -
one from Stuart Stein regarding the Ag Quad, one from the Village of
Watkins Glen regarding the Grand Prix- -copies of which were attached
to the Agenda. In addition, he had received letters from Carol Sisler
and Ralph Barnard of Cornell University regarding the Ag Quad.
City Clerk Rundle read the following telegram which was received by
Mayor Conley that afternoon:
"Honorable Edward J. Conley
Learned last night of Cornell Plans to demolish old Ag Quadrangle
which was constructed. and maintained in part by taxpayer money. Its
long association with Agricultural Research ..and experts of International
fame has made it a landmark of great historical significance for the
State and country. While these buildings may not be suitable for modern
laboratory use , they can be converted to other use and preserved for the
future. I understand other space is available for needed laboratories .
Strongly urge no decision be made to demolish these buildings until the
entire agricultural community and other concerned taxpayers are fully
informed of University plans and are given opportunity to comment thereon.
Charles Eshelman
Bedford Corners
Portville , N.Y. "
In addition, City Clerk Rundle read the following communication which
had been received from Congressman Matthew F. McHugh:
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"Dear Friend:
I am writing to enlist the help and support of you and the members of
your organization in a spreading national effort to send a clear and
unequivocal message to the government of Iran that the American people
support the refusal of President Carter to give in to blackmail in
order to obtain the release of the 50 American hostages still being
held in Teheran. Opftpl
As you know, the Ayatollah Khomeini has suggested that his quarrel is
with the American government , and that the American people do not
support the President in his efforts to obtain the release of the
hostages in accordance with principles of international law. It is
urgent , therefore , that we demonstrate our support for the President
in a quiet but determined manner to show the authorities in Iran that
the American people are solidly behind the President and his policies .
All of us share in some measure the agony of the hostages and of their
relatives . Since this crisis began, each of us has asked what we
could do as individuals to help. In my judgment , there are a number
of ways in which we can demonstrate our resolve.
First, as you know, one of the hostages being held in Iran has asked that
church bells ring at noon each day until . the crisis is resolved. Second,
officials in a number of local communities throughout New York have
begun to display the flag and to urge local residents to do so as well.
Both of these approaches are meaningful ways in which we can demonstrate
our support for the hostages , and I would urge you to consider adopting
them in your own community.
Equally important, we must let the authorities in Iran know how we
feel . Thus , I would encourage you and each member of your organizatio „
to write or cable the Ayatollah Khomeini directly insisting that the
hostages be released and expressing your support for a policy of no
blackmail . Communications can be sent directly to the Ayatollah in
Qum, Iran. Alternatively, they can be sent in care of the Iranian
Embassy, 3005 Massachusetts Avenue , N.W. , Washington, D.C. 20008.
I hope that you will take this opportunity to express your support for
the President and for out hostages .
With best regards .
Sincerely
Matthew F. McHugh"
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
Crime in Fall Creek Area
Daniel Rhoades , 201 W. Lincoln St. , Vice Chairman of the Fall Creek
Civic Association, addressed the Council in respect to the burglaries
and vandalism in the Fall Creek Area. He asked the Council to take a
long, hard look at the problem before cutting the budget of the Police
Department. He said he would like to see an increase rather than a
decrease in the Police Department budget.
Fire Department
David Cornelius, 109 Farm Street , Treasurer of Fall Creek Civic
Association, as well as member of No. 1 Volunteer Fire Company, addre: �d
the Council concerning the possibility of cuts in the budget of the F'
Department , and requested that the budget cuts be made in places which
don' t affect health and safety of the people of Ithaca.
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Parking on South Hill
Mark Hughes, 508 Turner Place , spoke to the Council , requesting that
special consideration be given to the parking problem on South Hill .
Designation of Ag Quad
Constance Cook, 209 Coy Glen Road, representing Cornell University,
addressed the Council , urging that they not designate the west
Quadrangle of the Agricultural College as an historic district.
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Joseph Novak, 1403 Slaterville Road, spoke to the Council in support of
demolishing the buildings on the Ag Quad and constructing new buildings .
The following persons addressed the Council , urging consideration of
designation of the Ag Quad an historic district :
Tatiania Werbisky, 520 S. Albany Street , member of the Ithaca
Landmarks Preservation Commission
Vicki Romanoff, 203 W. Buffalo Street , member of the Ithaca Land-
marks Preservation Commission
William Seldin, Dewitt Park Apts. , member of the Ithaca Land-
marks Preservation Commission
Barclay Jones, 502 Turner Place, President , Historic Ithaca, Inc..
Margaret Hobbie , 210 Linn Street , representing Regional Con-
ference of Historical Agency, Manlius , N.Y. ,
and the Hinckley Foundation
N Carol Sisler, 209 Valley Road, Executive Director, Historic
bi Ithaca, Inc.
Q Richard Booth, 110 Delaware Avenue
Michael Tomlan, 200 Delaware Avenue
CITY CONTROLLER'S REPORT:
City Controller Daley informed the Council that the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee would meet at 7 : 30 p.m. on December 6 , 1979 , in the
Common Council Chambers to hear a report from Raymond, Parrish & Pine
on the Administrative Survey of Departments Other Than The Department
of Public Works.
COMMUNICATION FROM__THE MAYOR:
Mayor Conley a resse t e meeting, speaking in support of designation
of historic district status to the Ag Quad at Cornell University.
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE:
Historic Designation of a Portion of the Cornell University Agricultural
College
By Al erman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission on September 11 ,
1979, passed a resolution designating a portion of the Cornell University
campus as a landmark district of the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the exact boundaries of the proposed historic district are not
described accurately in the resolution and do not include any city
streets or any land described on the tax maps of the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the designating resolution was not forwarded to the Common
Council with sufficient information concerning the economic or historic
significance of the area in question to the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, all the land in the proposed district is the property of a
single tax-exempt statutory college of the State University of New
York, which has expressed its strong opposition to the proposed historic
landmark designation;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That in accordance with Chapter 32 of
the City of Ithaca Municipal Code the Common Council does hereby reject
the resolution designating a portion of the Cornell University campus
as an historic landmark district of the City of Ithaca without prejudice
as to future actions to be taken by the Landmarks Preservation Commis-
sion with respect to this matter.
Substitute Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Schuler
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission, composed of
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persons having special expertise in architectural history and historic
preservation, is empowered to designate local landmarks and historical
districts , in carrying out the purposes and intent of the City ' s
Landmarks Ordinance as listed in 532 . 2 thereof, and
WHEREAS, the Commission, in response to requests from the public,
held a public hearing to determine whether a portion of the New York
State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences campus at Cornell
University, including Stone , Roberts , East Roberts , Comstock, Caldwell
r. and Bailey Halls , merited designation as a City Historic District, anc
WHEREAS, documentary evidence of architectural and historic merit
considered by the Commission, in addition to the majority of opinion
expressed by the more than 100 members of the Ithaca and Cornell communi-
ties attending the public hearing, supports the Commission' s September
11 , 1979 official designation of the area as a city landmark or historic
district , as defined in 5532 .3{.-I, and . 4 of the ordinance , .and
WHEREAS, Historic Ithaca and Tompkins County, Inc. , a private countywide
organization of over 500 members which supports historic preservation,
;a has officially indicated its support of the Commission' s designation,
and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board has unanimously
indicated its official support of such designation, on the grounds of
economic benefit to the City which may result from labor-intensive re-
habilitation of the buildings to serve University needs , the district 's
urban design and amenity values , and the potential economic benefits to
the City and Cornell from alumni and others who will appreciate the
retention of these buildings , and
WHEREAS, the area designated lies within the City , being part of Count
Tax Map Parcel 30-1-1 . 2 , and
WHEREAS, a major portion of the City's economic support from Cornell , a"
major tax-exempt landholder comes indirectly from students and others
whose presence in Ithaca is due partly to the attractive physical
environment of the City and University;
BE IT RESOLVED, That in accordance with Chapter '32 of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code, the Common Council does hereby APPROVE the designation
of the portion of the Cornell University campus containing Stone , Roberts ,
East Roberts , Comstock, Caldwell and Bailey Halls as a historic landmark
district of the City of Ithaca, to take effect as provided therein.
Discussion to consider the substitute resolution followed on the floor.
I A vote to consider the substitute resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Boothroyd, Schuler, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman,
j Boronkay, Slattery
Nays (3) - Nichols , Bordoni , Saccucci
Carried
Discussion on the substitute resolution followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the substitute resolution was duly put '
to a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Holman Aye Dennis Aye
Saccucci Nay Nichols Nay
Boothroyd Nay Boronkay Nay
Schuler Aye Gutenberger Nay
Slattery Nay Bordoni Nay
Ayes (3)
Nays (7)
Resolution Defeated
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Common Council recessed at 9 : 15 p. m.
Common Council reconvened in Regular session at 9 : 25 p.m.
Mayor Conley left the meeting at 9 : 15 p.m. ; Acting Mayor Gutenberger
chaired the meeting.
Resolution Giving Civil Service Preference to Residents of the City
of Ithaca
Alderman Nichols reported that the resolution which was tabled would
remain tabled, at the request of Personnel Administrator Collins , for
the month of December to give her a chance to confer with the Civil
Service Commission and with the federal offices in charge of Affirmative
Action.
Inclusion of Towing Services Contracting with the City of Ithaca and
Supervised by the Ithaca Folice Department in Protection rom T e t
of Services
By A lcl&rman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, tow truck operators have requested protection from individuals
who try to retrieve impounded vehicles without paying the towing
LLJ charges and other legal penalties that have been assessed in accordance
with Chapter 60 . 61 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code ;
NOW, .THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Attorney is requested to
draft legislation requiring the payment of all towing charges , storage
charges , and parking fines before any vehicle may be retrieved from
the custody of the authorized wrecking and towing operators .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Parking and Traffic Problems on South Hill
Alderman Nichols reported that a resolution would be presented under
the Planning $ Development Committee concerning parking and traffic
problems on South Hill .
Legislation Dealing with Open Containers , Trail Bikes , Mopeds� Trapping
and Motorcycles on City Property
Alderman Nichols commented that these matters have been reported to the
committee, which are dealt with in the Charter in various places ,
generally in the Rules of the Board of Public Works . Some of these
matters will be taken up by the committee in their December meetings .
COD,BRJNI CATIONS :
Letter from Congressman McHugh Regarding Hostages Being Held in Iran
As a result of the letter from Congressman McHugh, the Council passed
the following resolution:
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, supports
the freedom of all American citizens to live without fear of inter-
national terrorism and blackmail , and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, on behalf
of the entire population of the City, expresses its deep concern for the
safety and welfare of the fifty American citizens who are being hald in
Teheran, Iran, in defiance of the principles of international law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca, New York requests the immediate and unconditional release of
all United States citizens who are being forcibly detained in the United
States Embassy in Teheran, Iran.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution. - Ringing of Church Bells and Display of American Flag
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, supports
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the freedom of all American citizens to live without fear of inter-
national terrorism and blackmail , and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, on behalf
of the entire population of the City, expresses its deep concern for the
safety and welfare of the fifty American citizens who are being held in
Teheran, Iran, in defiance of the principles of international law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Mayor and the Common Council
call upon churches in the City of Ithaca to ring their bells at twelve
o ' clock noon every day as a sign of solidarity with the American hosta s ,
and encourages homeowners and businesses to display the American flag as
a symbol of support for the immediate and unconditional release of the
hostages.
Carried Unanimously.
City Clerk *Rundle was directed to send a copy of the resolution, by
telegram, to Ayatollah Khomeini and a copy to Congressman Matthew F.
McHugh. '
Letter from Villa e of Watkins Glen
By Alderman S,accucci: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, the communication from the Village of Watkins Glen and the
suggested resolution, as follows , be approved:
"WHEREAS, by recent action of the Formula One Commission, the Formula 1
U. S. Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, New York is recommended to be dropped
from the international racing calendar;
WHEREAS, for the last two decades , this community has observed the growth
of this prestigious sporting event , and has benefited greatly economi-
cally and socially, from those going to and from the races;
WHEREAS, the people of our community have enjoyed the Formula I U. S. ;
Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, New York, and are of the opinion that the
Watkins Glen Grand Prix Corporation are doing their utmost within their
means and their power to conduct an event which over the years has been
done in a superior manner, and to provide facilities which likewise over
the years have continuously improved and are adequate ;
WHEREAS, the media has given undue publicity to the very few who behave
animal-like under the so-called "bog activity
WHEREAS, the security provided at the track work diligently to suppress
this "bog activity" and that security have been most helpful and
courteous to spectators ;
WHEREAS, should the U. S. Grand Prix at Watkins Glen, New York be elimi-
nated, there will be no place in North America where a road racing
enthusiast can go to witness a racing event on a permanent racing
facility designed for safety of the driver and the spectator and with
viewing areas unsurpassed and where the skill and know-how of the best
drivers of the World are truly tested;
NOW, THEREFORE, Be it Resolved: a# .
That the members of FISA retain the Formula I U. S. Grand Prix at
Watkins Glen, New York on the international racing calendar;
That whatever differences there may exist between or among the racing
+ authorities be negotiated;
That such arbitrary, unilateral action as that proposed by the Formula
One Commission be terminated;
That , for the good of the sport and to insure the future of Formula I
road racing, affected parties be given notice and opportunity to be
heard and represented through appropriate channels . "
Carried Unanimously
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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Historic Preservation Coordinator Work Program
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, That this Common Council , upon recommendation
of its Planning and Development Committee , and the Ithaca Landmarks
Preservation Committee , does hereby approve the job specification and
work program for the Historic Preservation Coordinator, distributed
with the agenda.
Carried Unanimously
Turner Place Parking
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Bordoni
WHEREAS, residents of Turner Place and adjacent city streets have for
some time complained of difficulties in gaining access to their drive-
ways and in finding on-street parking space, and have experienced
related problems , which are attributed to on-street parking by Morse
Chain Co. employees , and
WHEREAS, Morse Chain Co. , an important and responsible major local
employer, has at great cost developed ample, improved, free off-street
N parking on its premises , and
W WHEREAS' - the City of Ithaca is concerned with the preservation and
improvement of residential neighborhoods , including making on-street
space available for residential parking to the extent consistent with
street maintenance and traffic considerations , and .
WHEREAS, the City Attorney, Police and Public Works officials have
expressed reservations about instituting a 'residents-only' permit
parking system in the affected area; be it
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby directs the Department of
Public Works , Police and Finance to immediately consider the technical
problems involved, to determine how such a system could be most
effectively implemented, and to report back to Council with recommenda-
tions at its regular January meeting.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman-elect Banfield, on behalf of Comm. Schickel of the Board of
Public Works , who attended the meeting of the Planning & Development
Committee, expressed appreciation for the meeting, commenting he had
received input which his committee had not received.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows
Carried Unanimously
Spencer Road Traffic Problem
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the residents of Spencer Road have met with City officials to
express their concern regarding traffic problems on Spencer Road, in-
cluding unnecessary through trips and speeding, and .
WHEREAS, the City' s Department of Planning and Development and the
Department of Public Works have made a preliminary investigation of
the possibility of closing Spencer Road to all except local traffic,
by means of dead-ending the street at some point , and
WHEREAS, the City Departments have recommended against such closing
without further examination of the alternatives, and
WHEREAS, part of this problem could be remedied by strict enforcement
of the 30 mile an hour speed limit on Spencer Road;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council does request
that the Ithaca Police Department institute a program of intensive radar
surveillance on Spencer Road for enforcement of the 30 mile an hour
speed limit ; that in this program, particular emphasis should be given
to the peak hours when most of the traffic problem occurs ; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this surveillance begin at the earliest
feasible date.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
5 By Al erman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Spencer Road Traffic Problem be referred back to
the Parking, Traffic $ Transit Committee of the Board of Public Works
for further consideration and review.
t Carried Unanimously '.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Amendment of 1979 Authorized Equipment List for Personnel
By Ala erman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman accucci
RESOLVED„That the Personnel 1979 Authorized Equipment List be amended
as follows :
Add: 1 conference table
space dividers
Eliminate: l desk chair
1 arm chair
x card file
No new appropriation required.
Carried Unanimously
Final Audit
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Budget and Administration Committee and City Con-
troller be empowered to approve and audit for payment any final bills
for 1979 as may require such action.
Carried Unanimously
Assembly Bill for Creation of Fire Districts
Alderman Gutenberger reported that this matter has been discussed and
considered in the State Legislature , and has been passed; however, no
effective date has been decided upon. It will be necessary to get in
touch with the State Legislature to get more information on it.
Audit
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $21 ,279 . 12 , as listed on
Audit Abstract #20/1979 , be approved for payment .
Carried Unanimously
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE :
Sewage Treatment Facility Plan
Alderman Slattery reported that the Sewer System Planning Committee has
been meeting on a monthly basis . He said that Don Schwinn, Engineering
Consultant for our group, has reviewed the Draft Facility Plan. There
will be a Public Informational Meeting on December 11 , 1979 , at 7 : 30 P.M.
in the Common Council Chambers , to which all aldermen are invited, and
they will have the opportunity to review the. plan at this meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION :
Resource Recovery Project "
Alderman Holman commented that she thinks it significant that Cornell
University has indicated to the Steering Committee that it is not read
to make a commitment before the city took its position, because it theL
becomes clear that the City and the Town were not responsible for
scuttling of the Plan.
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Human Services Coalition
Alderman Holman reported that Tompkins County has funded the Coalition
for a full year and the program should be evaluated during that year.
The coordinator of the Coalition and the director of the County Youth
Bureau will continue to meet with the director of the City Youth Bureau
on ways of evaluating the Youth Program.
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Radiation Storage
Alderman Nichols commented that the city needs to be aware of the
possibility of radioactive wastes being stored in the salt mines under
the lake. No action has been taken on it but she believes the council
should keep expressing its disapproval of this .
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this council endorses continuing study of action on the
possibility of radioactive wastes being stored in the area.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Agramas Zoning Case
City Attorney Shapiro reported that the City had lost in the Agramas
Zoning Case. The decision. is fairly technical and of extremely limited
scope. Copies were made available to the Board of Zoning Appeals to
consider whether or not to appeal the decision. He said there is an
T-� option open to the Council to close any apparent loopholes in the zoning
ordinance by amending the ordinance.
Cable Commission Financial Statements
Lij In response to Alderman Saccucci, Al erman Bordoni reported that the
Cable Commission Financial Statements had been received.
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Neighborhood Improvements Presentation
Alderman Slattery reported that he had not been able to attend the IURA
sessions concerning the Northside Improvements due to budget hearings ,
but expressed the hope that a presentation could be arranged of the plans
for improvements in the area.
Access to City Hall for Handicapped Persons
Alderman Bordoni reported that as a result of discussion in the Board
of Public Works meeting, a resolution was passed directing the Department
of Public Works staff to investigate the possibility of allowing access
for handicapped persons to City Hall.
Alderman Dennis commented that a survey is being done in the community on
private and public buildings with IURA money; however, there is still the
problem of looking at City Hall to see what can be done .
Ithaca College Football
By Alderman Boronkay: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, the Ithaca College football team has brought national
recognition to themselves , to their College, and to our community, and
WHEREAS, the players and coaching staff demonstrated their excellence
by defeating the third, second and first nationally ranked teams in
successive weeks , and
WHEREAS, their athletic skills have earned them the National Champion-
ship in Division 3 of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, and
WHEREAS, their demeanor, both on and off the playing field, has made
them true champions , and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca College Bombers , through their efforts , have
generated a sense of community pride and loyalty;
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council , on behalf of all the resi-
dents of the City of Ithaca, offers its warmest congratulations to
National Champion Coach P. James Butterfield, the coaching staff, and
the players , who have made Ithaca a synonym for quality and excellence,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Ithaca College Bombers football team
be, and hereby are , honorary citizens of the City of Ithaca.
Carried Unanimously
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Coach Butterfield addressed the Council , thanking them for honoring the
f team. He then asked the members of the team present to introduce them-
selves to the Council.
Common Council recessed at 10 : 13 p.m.
Common Council reconvened in Regular session at 10 : 22 p.m.
Mayor Conley returned to chair the meeting at 10 : 22 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS:
Ithaca�College
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Schuler
WHEREAS, manifestations of symbols repugnant and threatening to large
segments of the Ithaca community have appeared recently at Ithaca
College, at Cornell University, and within the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is devoted to the principles of liberty,
{ equality and the pursuit of happiness for. :all individuals ; to the basic
human rights of all people as expressed in the Constitution and Bill
of Rights of the United States of America; and to the freedom of all
to the responsible enjoyment of principles and rights in a climate free
from terrorism, fear or oppression in any form, explicit or implied, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca finds the public expression of prejudice ,
hatred and discrimination toward groups or individuals on the basis of
race , ethnicity or religion to be repulsive, contemptible, irresponsible ,
unlawful , and contrary to the best interests of humanity, society, and
public order,'-'and to the mental , emotional and physical well-being of
all people ; now, therefore ,
BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council does hereby condemn such
manifestations absolutely and in the strongest terms , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Common Council does hereby request
all citizens of the City of Ithaca to refrain from such acts , to
recognize and respect the rights and sensitivities of all persons , and
to take timely, responsible and lawful action to prevent or remove such
manifestations in the event of their occurrence.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10 : 26 p.m.
ose h A. Rundle , City Clerk Edward J. Co ley layor
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COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7: 30 P.M. December 19 , 1979
PRESENT:
Mayor - Conley
Aldermen (10) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman,
Nichols , Saccucci , Schuler, Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Daley
Director, Youth Bureau - Cutia
Asst. Fiie'�Chief - Sharp
Dep. Fire Chief - Tuckerman
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Chief of Police - Herson
Comm. of Public Works - Schickel
Alderman-elect - Banfield
%-A City Clerk - Rundle
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Conley led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag.
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Q MINUTES:
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the December 5 , 1979 meeting be approved
as recorded by the City Clerk.
Amendment to Minutes of December 5 , 1979
By Alderman Schuler: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That under New Business , the heading of the resolution be
changed from "Ithaca College" to "Resolution Requesting Recognition and
Respect of Rights of All Persons. "
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Budget and A ministration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested a change in the item concerning rosters ,
and the addition of report and recommendation of the committee concerned
with the staffing of the Historic Preservation Grant.
No Council member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS:
Mayor Conley read a letter from the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of
Iran acknowledging receipt of the Resolution passed by Common Council
December 5 ,1979 .
The letter was referred to the Intergovernmental Relations Committee.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL :
Youth Bureau Budget
J. B. Graves , Chairman, Youth Bureau Advisory Board, read the following
letter to the Council :
"To the Mayor and
Members of the Common Council
City of Ithaca, New York
Ladies and Gentlemen :
As Chairman of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Board, I 'm pleased to report
on this , the proposed Youth Bureau budget for 1980 .
Budgeting for a full year is a difficult task in the best of times .
Today , faced with the ever increasing cost of living, reflected in higher
prices everywhere we turn , we find the task of preparing an annual budget
to be even more difficult.
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However, based on the Budget and Administration Commi.ttee' s recom
mendation, your Youth Bureau has made cuts in its budget to bring it on
line with the figures targeted by that Committee .
For your information we've provided you with an itemized list of our
changes and our rationale for making those adjustments , and I 'm sure you
will find that we have complied with the B & A Committee ' s request .
Upon completion of this budget I would like to make several observa-
tions : First, my Board and the staff of the Ithaca Youth Bureau are not
happy with the adjustments they had to make in this budget. However, we ,..
accept them based on the cold, hard financial problems faced by our City.
In that light , it is our understanding that the B & A Committee has
taken a "No-Bend" position with respect to changes and concessions in all
department budgets that would reflect an increase in the tax rate.
So the Ithaca Youth Bureau, its Board and its staff suggest that.. if
additions to a "No-Bend" City budget are made at the Youth Bureau' s expense ,
supporters of Youth Bureau's programs could be seriously influenced to
mobilize their efforts toward making positive financial adjustments to
their budget in order to insure uninterrupted service to the people of
the City of Ithaca.
Further, as 1980 unfolds and the Youth Bureau begins its work within
the tight parameters of this new budget , we respectfully request that
Council approach,with an open mind, changes of program emphasis as well
as look favorably on our requests for State , Federal and grant proposals
if and when they materialize.
Thank you for your consideration and accept our wish- for a happy
holiday and a prosperous new year.
Sincerely,
The Board and Staff of
the Ithaca Youth Bureau
J. B. Graves, Chairman"
William Seldin, President of Greater Ithaca Activi.ti.es Center Board,
spoke to the Council in respect to the cuts in the GI'AC portion of the
budget , as required.
Louis Nayman, President of Local 855 , CSEA/AFSME , who represents city,
county, and some school district employees , addressed the Council regarding
the possible-`_'.14y-off of some city employees. He commented that he could
appreciate the difficulty of the Board of Public Works ' jobs, but it has
to be understood that that board is narrow in scope in terms of its
responsibilities . It does not have as its overall responsibility assuring
of a certain level and quality, of life in the community- -those broader
issues are dealt with by the Common Council . He said the Board based some
of their recommendations on the Spanier Report, and two things should be
understood about that report : there were some positive recommendations
with regard to scheduling and certain work group . However, as far as the
bulk of the recommendations go , most of those standards are undocumented,' ,
the conclusions are open to question and he would like an opportunity to
discuss that with the Board.
Mr. Nayman said no lay-offs are recommended in the Spanier Report . It
indicates that if the work staff is to be thinned out , it should be done
by attrition. Regarding lay-offs , the New York State Joint Continuity of
Employment Commission was established in 1977 by Gov. Carey to study the
ethicacy of lay-offs at state level . The problems of staff should be dealt
with through attrition, not lay-offs , for the following reasons:
In a lay-off situation, there are hidden costs , including unemployment ;
you are paying employees not to work; there is loss of productivity; you
are getting rid of experienced workers , the short-run gains are eaten up
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in loss of productivity and retraining costs . Mr. Nayman also referred
to possible legal costs which may be incurred in laying off workers in
order to contract the work out, because it is illegal to contract services
without first negotiating that decision with the Union.
Mr. Nayman asked for an opportunity to sit down with the city and present
some information that is not available now because the magnitude of the
cuts was not previously known.
Mayor Conley asked the Common Council not to lay off workers until all
appropriate steps called for in the union contracts are taken.
COMMUNICATIONS :
Tompkins County Area Development , Inc.
Mayor Conley referred to a letter from Tompkins County Area Development,
Inc. , copies of which had been distributed to Council members . Dave Cutting,
Vice Pres . of Tompkins County Area Development, Inc. , spoke briefly to the
Council, thanking them for the city' s help in the past 15 years , and
T-j requesting the city to keep the $5 ,000 pledge made to them in the budget.
Memo from Superintendent of Public Works Dingman
Mayor Conley referred to a memo from Supt. Dingman regarding the funding
o a 20-hour stenographer now employed by his department , which was deleted
from the budget, copies of which had been distributed to each Council
< member. He reported that the Finance Committee of the Board of Public
Works had requested a meeting with the Budget and Administration Committee
of the Council and the memo would be referred to them to handle.
Proposed Cut of Assistant . Chief' s Position
Deputy Fire Chief Charles W. Tuc erman read the following communication
to the Council :
"1 . The Department Officers consist of: Fire Chief
Deputy Fire Chief
4 Assistant Chiefs
5 Lieutenants
The. Fire Chief works a 5-day week.
The Deputy Chief i.s not assigned to a shift , but works on all 4 shifts .
He is scheduled to work when an Assistant Chief is off because of
scheduled overtime , kelly time , vacation, or sickness . The Deputy Chief
also takes over the Chief's responsibilities during the absence of the
Chief, such as when the Chief is on vacation, out of town for meetings ,
seminars , etc. , or when the Chief is ill .
The Assistant Chiefs and Lieutenants are assigned to the 4 shifts , A, B, C,
and D, so that there are two duty officers on duty twenty-four hours per
day.
2. By eliminating an Assistant Chief' s position the Deputy Chief would
have to be assigned to one of the four shifts leaving no one to take care
of the overtime. We are talking about approximately 1600 to 1800 hours
per year. I was scheduled to work 1830 hours in 1979 , this does not in-
clude the time covering Chief Weaver' s position when he was not available .
A full year' s work schedule is approximately 1900 hours .
3. Structural fires require two officers on the scene , this is a fact
born out of experience. In structures where lives are involved both duty
officers are involved in rescue , while the Chief and/or his deputy is
involved with coordinating the fire fighting and overall command of the
scene , as well as logistical support , which includes additional manpower,
equipment , mutual aid, services of other city departments and outside
agencies .
4 . The Deputy and Assistant Chiefs are on a call list at the present time ,
for which they receive no compensation. These men are called into Central
or to the scene each time there is a working structural fire or disaster,
whether natural or man-made.
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S . If the Assistant Chief' s position is not funded after June of this
year, how does the City intend to compensate the others for their over-
time? The holiday time is in their contract. The sick time is in their
contract. The vacation time is in their contract. The number of hours
they work per year is dictated and they are payed for a 40--hour week.
6. I's it the Council' s intention to pay these officers for their overtime?.
If so , the total cost for the year would be nearly equal to the gross wal
of an Assistant Chief.
7. Those last two questions must be answered before the final budget is
voted on."
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COrUVIITTEE:
Closeout of Capital Projects
By .Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the following capital projects be closed out :
(.a) Bikeways $131302 . 49
(b) 'Circle Greenway 771 . 36
Ayes (.7) - Saccucci , Slattery, Boothroyd, Gutenberger, Nichols ,
Boronkay, Bordoni
Nays (.3) - Dennis , Holman, Schuler
Carried
Closeout of Trust and Agency Funds
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the following Trust and Agency Funds be closed out to
the General Fund:
Bi-Centennial Barge $ 602 . 24
Youth Bureau Educational Fund 32 . 25
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That $600 . 00 be appropriated to A4090-407
Environmental Health Program, for the Circle Greenway project in the
1980 City of Ithaca Budget.
Carried Unanimously
Adoption of 1980 City of Ithaca Tentative Budget
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Tentative Budget for 1980 in the total
amount of $129296,922 be approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the following Sections .of the 1980 Tentative
City Budget be approved:
(a) General Fund Appropriations
(b) Revenue Sharing Fund Appropriations
(c) Water Fund Appropriations
(d) Sewer Fund 'Appr_opxiatons
(e,) Commons. •Aeses.smen.t .Appr.opriations
(f) Dept. Retirement Schedule
(g) Capital Budget
(h) Schedule of Salaries and Positions - General Fund
(Exclusive of Youth Bureau, G. I .A. C. and DPW Rosters)
(i) Schedule of Salaries and Positions - Water and Sewer Fund
(Exclusive of Youth Bureau, G. I .A.C. and DPW Rosters)
(_j ) Authorized Equipment Purchases- General Gund
(k) Authorized Equipment Purchases - Water Fund
(1) Authorized Equipment Purchases - Sewer Fund
Discussion followed on the floor.
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly- put.
to a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
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Nichols Aye Holman Aye
Boronkay Aye Gutenberger Aye
Saccucci Aye Schuler Aye
Slattery Aye Boothroyd Aye
Bordoni Aye Dennis Aye
Ayes - (10)
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Conley commented that it is understood that the various departments
and employee groups will have the opportunity to interact with the Budget
and Administration Committee before final budget time.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the roster of the Youth Bureau, G. I .A.C. and DPW be
referred to the Budget and Administration Committee of the Common Council ,
with power to act.
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Lij A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Q Carried Unanimously
Q Alderman Holman dddressed Mayor Conley as follows:
"I think this is the last official meeting of the individual who has
presided over this body for some 8 years. As a member of the loyal
opposition, I would like, on behalf of my Republican colleagues , to
make note of the service ,that •:Ed Conley has ,given -the City of. Ithaca,
the way he has lead Common Council , the way he has sometimes talked us
into doing some things we didn' t want to do , but always with a smile ,
always with humor, and always with his own special brand of leadership .
The Republicans thank you, Ed. "
Mayor Conley thanked Alderman Holman.
Alderman Slattery commented, "that goes double for the Democrats . "
Meeting of January 1 , 1980
Mayor Conley announced that the Common Council will meet at 10 : 00 a.m.
on January 1 , 1980 in the Council Chambers .
Historic Preservation Coordinator- -Appointment
Alderman Gutenberger reported that approximately 17 persons had applied
for the position of Historic Preservation Coordinator, 9 of which were
interviewed by the committee, 3 or 4 being interviewed a second time .
During the interviews the persons were asked if they would be available
for work immediately, or as soon as possible after January 1st. All
said they could start immediately. The Committee made a recommendation
on whom should be hired. Alderman Gutenberger reported receiving the
following communication that afternoon from the first choice of the
candidates
"Thank you for your notification regarding the ILPC staff position. I
gladly accept the offer; however, I will not be able to start work
before March 1st . "
In light of the communication, and of the work the committee had done
the past few months , Alderman Gutenberger said Jonathan Meigs had gotten
in, touch with the person who was a very close second, and that person
will be available right after the first of the year.
Resolution
By Al ec rman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That Priscilla Dolan be designated as the Coordinator for the
Historic Preservation grant which the City of Ithaca received.
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Katherine Gerkin, Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission member, spoke
to the problem, saying no specific time was given for the grant to end.
The Vice Chairman of the ILPC has made it clear that there is a 12-month
limit , but it can start as of March 1st and run until February 28, 1981.
In light of this , the commission felt that Sarah Hector' s qualifications
were fine.
After further discussion a vote was taken on the resolution which
resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Boothroyd, Bordoni , Boronkay, Gutenberger, Nichols ,
Saccucci, Slattery
Nays (3) Dennis , Holman, Schuler
Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8 : 55 p.m.
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Jos-Pph A. Rundle , City Cl er Edward J. Conley Mayor