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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7 : 30 P.M. March 5 , 1980
PRESENT :
Mayor - Bordoni
Aldermen (9) - Banfield, Boothroyd, Boronkay, Dennis , Gutenberger, Holman ,
Nichols , Saccucci , Slattery
ABSENT :
Alderman (1) - Schuler
OTHERS PRESENT :
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Asst . Controller - Spano
Asst. to Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Dep. Fire Chief - Tuckerman
City Attorney - Shapiro
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Chief of Police - Herson
Commissioner of Public Works - Schickel
T Board of Education - Ruth Siegel
City Clerk - Rundle
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Mayor Bor oni led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
"1 flag.
MINUTES:
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the February 6 , 1980 meeting be approved
as corrected: p. 13 Intergovernmental Relations Committee , to read
Chris Buscher, as recorded by the City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearin Ordinance -Amending Article III Supplementary Regulations
of Chapter 30 Entitle "Zoning" of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending
Article III Supplementary Regulations of Chapter 30 Entitled "Zoning"
of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code be opened.
Carried Unanimously
No one appeared to speak to the hearing.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider an ordinance amending
Article III Supplementary Regulations of Chapter 30 Entitled "Zoning"
of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code be closed.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Charter and Ordinance Committee
Alderman Slattery requested the addition of an item concerning the
Police and Fire Departments .
No Council member objected.
Alderman Holman
Alderman Holman requested the addition of two items : a report of the
Human Services Coalition and a petition from a constituent (Petitions
and Hearings of Persons Before Council) .
No Council member objected.
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Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requested the addition of an item, Warrant for
Collection of Taxes .
No Council member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS :
Letter rom Ithaca Downtown Business Women
Mayor Bordoni reaT the following letter to the Council :
"Dear Mr. Rundle :
At a recent meeting of the Ithaca Downtown Business Women , the under-
signed was authorized to send a letter to Common Council stating that
it is the concensus of the Ithaca Downtown Business Women that :
(1) there should be a moratorium on granting of liquor licenses ,
and
(2) the ban on open containers should be passed.
Sincerely,
Millicent Lounsbery, President
Ithaca Downtown Business Women'!
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Council accepts the letter from the Ithaca. Downtown
Business Women.
Carried Unanimously
Letter from the Tompkins Coiinty Chamber. of Commerce
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Al erman is ols
RESOLVED, That the reading of the letter from the New York State Electr
and Gas Corp . concerning transport of nuclear waste through the city be
waived, inasmuch as each alderman had a copy of the letter.
Carried Unanimously
"Common Council
City of Ithaca
Attn: Mr. Joe Rundle , Clerk
Dear Mr. Rundle :
A meeting was held on Thursday, February 21st, at the Chamber Offices
to discuss the City' s proposed ban on the transportation of Radioactive
Materials .
Members present at this meeting represented a myriad of interests
throughout this Community. We had officials from the following areas :
* Chamber of Commerce * Common Council of the City
* Cornell University * County of Tompkins
* Banking * Building Trades Council
* Tompkins County Hospital * Plumbers & Pipefitters Union
* NYSE&G
After a very excellent presentation by Mr. Slattery (The person invited
from Common Council) and much discussion, there was not ONE PERSON
present , other than Mr. Slattery himself, who spoke in favor of 07e
City ' s proposed action.
It was the opinion of all others present that more study should be
given to such grave action, that if followed by all other communities ,
could cripple the energy resources of this country and send prices sky-
rocketing far above and beyond that which we are experiencing today.
The general public has been given little or no opportunity to study
the ramifications of this issue and the resulting consequences . It was
the feeling of those present (with the exception of Councilman Slattery)
that the City Fathers were acting prematurely in this matter and that the
best interests of the Community might not be served by such ordinance
adoption.
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I might add that the Board of Directors of this Chamber has not had
the opportunity to review this matter and that this letter is being
directed by those interested parties mentioned previously.
I know that Councilman Slattery will respond honestly to the concerns
if asked and we would defer to him to so indicate same.
Sincerely,
RALPH L. JORDAN
Executive Director
Copies to : All persons present at the aforementioned meeting.
P. S. I would like to be advised o . any meeting where this matter will
be brought up to Common Council for action where the public will
be given the opportunity to speak out . "
Resolution
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Council accepts the letter from the Tompkins County
Chamber of Commerce .
Carried Unanimously
Letter from the New York State Electric and Gas Corp.
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the reading of the letter from the New York State
Electric and Gas Corp . concerning transport of nuclear waste through
the city be waived, inasmuch as each alderman had a copy of the letter.
Carried Unanimously
"February 29 , 1980
The Honorable Raymond Bordoni
Dear Ray,
With reference to the proposed ban on the transportation of nuclear
waste through the City , I understand that a great deal of information
has been forwarded to the Common Council in support of the ban. In an
attempt to provide some balance, I would appreciate your consideration
of the following information :
1. The ban discrimates between various uses of radioactive
material and waste. It allows radioactive material that is hundreds of
times more active than the limits outlines in the ban , if it is used
for educational and medical purposes ; but it does not allow materials
used for the generation of electricity or commercial research. Why is
a curie used for one purpose any different from a curie used for another
reason?
2 . If a similar ban is passed in neighboring counties with no
exemption for educational purposes (such as the Town of Jerusalem, Yates
County ban) it would be impossible to transport any radioactive material
in or out of the City. This would, in effect , stop any research that
uses radioactive material at Cornell .
3. If the ban is passed in the City and spreads to many of the
other municipalities , the generation of electricity with nuclear power
in New York State would soon come to a halt . This presents a serious
problem--since 170 of electricity in New York State is generated by
nuclear fuel . The only replacement is oil and New York already relies
on generating 430 of its electricity from oil . Although conservation
would certainly help , it is doubtful that 17% of electricity in New York
State could be conserved, and we would find ourselves more reliant on
imported OPEC oil .
In addition to this dangerous reliance , the additional use of oil
(if we can get it) will increase the cost of electricity to consumers .
For instance , NYSE&G pays three times as much for oil generated electricity
as compared to nuclear power generation. The increased demand for oil will
also add pressure to the availability of other uses of oil , such as gasoline
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4. The majority of the individuals in the City may be against such
a ban. This opinion was confirmed by a poll taken locally last month by
Assemblyman MacNeil . This survey concluded that the majority of his
constituents answering the poll approve the use of nuclear power for the
generation of electricity. According to his tabulation, 61% approve of
the use of nuclear power in New York State , and 72% disapprove of closing
nuclear plant already operating in the state . In addition, recent studies
completed by Ford Foundation , Harvard Law Group, and the National Academy,
of Sciences all agree that we do not have the luxury of eliminating
nuclear power at this time- -all sources of energy are needed to carry u
into the 21st century.
S . With nearly 30 years of experience in the transportation of
high level nuclear waste, no individual has been killed by the radioactive
material . This record compares favorably with the transportation of other
common hazardous material . The volume of radioactive waste that is trans-
ported is small , and the government can insist on regulations that are
very stringent. In fact , a container to carry these wastes can cost from
$1 million to $5 million depending on its size . The Nuclear Regulatory
Commission already requires local enforcement notification if fuel. is
being sent through the area and a trained escort to accompany the shipment .
In addition, after careful consideration of the issue , County Health
Commissioner Dr. Willard Schmidt said recently that he is "strongly opposed"
to a County ban on the transportation of radioactive material.
6. The transportation of radioactive material is being addressed
by the Department of Transportation (copy enclosed) . They have issued
preliminary rules on January 31 , 1980 and have requested input from
concerned citizens . It appears that the transportation of radioactive
material is a national problem and is in the process of being evaluated
at the national level . Since there is a forum to address this problem,
and a local ban would be preempted by the DOT rules , it seems that there r:
would be a duplication of effort and expense if addressed locall.y at th ' ,
time.
I hope that you will give serious consideration to these concerns .
The City of Ithaca unfortunately does not have an adequate amount of its
own energy to supply the requirements of its population. If anything,
the energy usage may' increase in the immediate future ; due to the Cherry
Street Industrial Park, Ithaca Center and other growth such as the pro-
posed Senior Citizens apartment complex, the new Meadow Street Shopping
Area, and additional buildings under construction or proposed at Cornell
University. In addition, New York State imports over 90% of its energy
into the state , and we find ourselves highly reliant on outside supplies .
To maintain availability and the existing low price of electricity , New
York needs all types of electrical generation.
As an alternate to the ban, perhaps the Council may want to consider
following the action of Yates County. After seven months of study, Yates
County is proposing to pass a law that would permit all types of radio-
active material to pass through its boundaries . The County will maintain
knowledge and control of these shipments through a permit system that is
outlined in the proposed law (copy enclosed) . In this manner travel
through the County will be monitored and the risks of any accidents will
be minimized with a local law enforceement escort. The law would be in
effect until the DOT finalizes its own regulations .
I would be glad to meet with you individually or with the Council
to discuss this proposed ban. Please feel free to call me for any addi
tional material that you may require .
Sincerely,
PAUL KOMAR
General Manager-Ithaca Area"
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
Purc ase of Bus Delay
Gerald Schickel , 202 Sunrise Road, a commissioner Public Works , addressed
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the Council , requesting that Item F, Budget and Administration Committee ,
concerning the purchase of a new bus , be referred back to the Board of
Public Works for further study.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Bus Acquisition
By Alderman Gutenberger:
RESOLVED, That the sum of $122 ,000 be appropriated from Capital Reserve
Fund#22 - Buses , for the purpose of financing the purchase of one 35-
passenger bus as requested by the Board of Public Works .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Alder-man Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the matter of bus acquisition be referred back to the
Board of Public Works , and once the Board of Public Works has made a
determination on how they wish to proceed with the proposed bus purchase ,
that the matter be referred to the Common Council with recommendation of
the Board so that the Common Council can call a special meeting to act on
the matter.
Carried Unanimously
Ban on Nuclear Waste
.l;: Fred Swartwood, Vice Pres . and Chm. Executive Board of Plumbers and
-�: Pipefitters Local 109 , spoke to the Council concerning the proposed ban
of transport of nuclear waste through the city. He reported that Local
109 wish to go on record as being opposed to a ban of transport of
nuclear waste through the City of Ithaca.
East Hill School
Tom Hanna, 210 Eddy Street, addressed the Council on behalf of the
East Hill Civic Association and other citizen groups , and read the
following letter to the Council :
"February 27 , 1980
On instructions from an East Hill citizens ' group of 28 individuals ,
and as approved by a Steering Committee established by that group , the
following message was authorized and sent to the Mayor of Ithaca, the
President of the Ithaca City School District Board of Education, and
the Superintendent of the Ithaca City School District .
On February 16, 1980 a group of 28 East Hill citizens met to
respond to the news that the Ithaca City School District had
taken action to offer the East Hill School for sale , and that
the City of Ithaca had immediately announced its interest in
the future of the East Hill building and property.
The group asks that you use your good offices to assure (1) that
the community has enough time to develop a plan for the property
which will benefit the East Hill neighborhood, and (2) that this
valuable property is appropriately cared for and maintained from
now until it comes under a new owner ' s custodianship .
On the point of assuring that the community has enough time to
discuss and resolve its interest in the property, we want you
to know that we are concerned with the manner in which decisions
have been made by the school district vis a vis the East Hill
community. We worry that other neighborhoods may find themselves
faced with the same concerns . We also wish to note that the East
Hill School is the only public space and only possible public
meeting place in the entire neighborhood. The decision on how the
property will be used, therefore , deeply affects our neighborhood.
Your support in providing the community with ample time for
considering options is greatly needed.
On the point of maintaining the property, we feel that much real
damage has already occurred. This disturbs us not only as
neighbors who see public property in our neighborhood suffering
deterioration, but also as taxpayers and citizens of the city and
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the school district : such neglect hurts our neighborhood. We
are concerned that similar neglect elsewhere in the district may
also be occurring. Your positive actions to protect and preserve
this property are strongly encouraged.
This statement , approved on February 26 , was drawn in anticipation of a
public meeting called by the East Hill Civic Association for 2 p.m. ,
Sunday, March 2 , 1980 , at Challenge Industries .
Sincerely,
Toni Hanna, Steering Committee"
Mr. Hanna reported on the March 2 meeting at Challenge Industries at
which the East Hill Civic Assoc. voted to support Planning and Develop-
ment Committee agenda items A and B, and requested the Cornell University
Board of Trustees for information concerning their discussions with the
City and the East Hill community on Sage Infirmary property.
CSEA
Louis Nayman, 502 East Seneca Street , addressed the Council , adknowledging
the good sense and prudence and sensitivity with which the Mayor and
Council have responded to the difficult staffing problems for the past
several months , and expressed the hope that the same spirit be reflected
in future activities.
Ban on Transport of High-Level Radioactive Materials
The following persons addressed the Council , supporting a ban on trans-
portation of high-level radioactive materials ',through the City of Ithaca:
Tom Hanna, 210 Eddy Street, Chairman, East Hill Civic Association
Will Burbank, Chairman, Ithaca City Environmental Commission
Benjamin Nichols , 109 Llenroc Court, Prof. Electrical Engineering ,
Cornell University
The following persons addressed the Council , speaking against a ban on
transportation of high-level radioactive materials through the City of
Ithaca:
Prof. Bingham Cady, Assoc. Prof. of Nuclear Science and Engineering ,
Cornell University
Paul Komar, General Manager, Ithaca Area NYSE&G
Ralph Jordan, Executive Director Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce
Sage Infirmary
William Paleen, Administrator of Cornell University Student Housing, spoke
to the Council , offering to respond to questions concerning Sage Infirmary ,
and indicating that it is Cornell University' s intent to involve themselves
with all appropriate municipal and civic entities as plans develop for the
infirmary.
Request for Zoning Change
Alderman Holman read the following letter received by her from Robert W.
Baker, DDS, MS:
"Dear Mrs . Holman:
As you know, I have applied several times over the past few years for G
variance on the zoning for the 400 block of North Tioga Street and have
been repeatedly turned down. My requests were always passed, and were
recommended for approval by the Planning Board. They have always said
yes , unanimously. The Board of Zoning Appeals has turned me down ; they
won' t give me a variance and they advised me to apply for a zoning change
for this 400 block. Matthys Van Cort has told me that the zoning of
downtown and this block is on the agenda to be examined and changed, so
I am now applying for it .
I feel the time is here . I have waited as long as I can. I have the
backing of everyone on the whole block for this zoning to be changed. I
want to now move Patterson Real Estate from one building into another;
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it won' t change anything one bit , they just need more room. I am now
asking, as suggested, by the Board of Zoning Appeals , and the Planning
Board, that the Common Council change the zoning of the 400 block of
North Tioga Street from R 3 to B 1 .
I also ask you, as my representative from this district , to propose that
the Common Council make this change immediately. I can then move these
people right in; I have the parking. I have purchased several properties
on Sears Street and Tioga Street and I have proven that I am a good land-
lord. Everything is in top shape all the way around and I intend to keep
it that way. I intend to purchase more properties and I want the zoning
change in this 400 Block area to keep it viable . Thank you for your help.
Cordially,
Robert W. Baker, DDS, MS"
"To : - Common Council , Charter and Ordinance
From: Owners , Residents and Tenant of 400 Block North Tioga Street ,
Ithaca, New York
Date : January 16 , 1980
Re : Zoning Variance
g.� We , the persons most interested in the 400 Block of North Tioga Street
hereby request that the Common Council change the zoning of our block
- from an R 3 to a B 1 . We have never been opposed to the fine way this
block has developed. We realize that the block is basically professional ,
real estate , insurance offices , etc. , and there is a proven need for such
use in our block. We feel this orderly growth is a constructive step
in Ithaca' s downtown progress . We are not at present at odds with any
of the rest of the zoning variance . "
There were 27 signatures on the above petition.
Resolution
By Al erman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, the request from Dr. Robert Baker for a zoning change be
referred to the Charter and Ordinance and Planning and Development
Committees .
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
ORDINANCE NO. 80-1--An Or inance Amending Article III , Su lementar
Regulations of Chapter 30 Entitle d "Zoninil of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED By the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York as follows :
Section 1 . Amending Section 30 . 51
1 . "That Section 30. 51 "Restoration after Damage" as last
amended and changed by adding the words : provided that
the floor area, occupancy, and exterior dimensions are
not increased in the new building when compared to the
old building as it existed in an undamaged state . "
Section 2 . That in accordance herewith, the City Clerk is hereby
directed to make or cause to be made the necessary changes
in the Zoning Ordinance .
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.
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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Slattery - Aye Saccucci - Aye
Nichols - Aye Gutenberger - Aye
Banfield - Aye Boothroyd - Aye
Holman - Aye Schuler - Absent
Dennis - Absent Boronkay - Aye
Ayes (8)
Absent (2)
Carried
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That Agenda Item C--Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Entitled
"Public Safety" Transportation and Storage Ban of High-level Radioactive
Materials be up at this time.
Carried Unanimously
The following ordinance was read by Alderman Slattery, Moved by Alder-
man Holman, Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
ORDINANCE NO. 80-2--An Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Entitled "Public
Safety" of the City of ItFiaca Municipal Co e
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED By the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York as follows :
Section 1. That Chapter 65 entitled "Public Safety" of the City of
Ithaca Municipal Code is amended as follows :
1 . That a new Article to be known and designated as Article
VI entitled "Transportation and Storage Ban of High
Level Radioactive Materials" to follow Article V is
hereby added to said Chapter to read as follows :
ARTICLE VI
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE BAN OF HIGH-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
Section 65. 61 Legislative Intent
The purpose of this Local Law is to prohibit transportation anal/or
storage of high-level radioactive materials into or through or
storage within the City of Ithaca in order to protect the safety
of the public.
Section 65. 62 Transportation and Storage Ban of High-Level Radioactive
Materials
No high-level radioactive materials shall be transported into or
through or stored within the City of Ithaca.
Section 65. 63 Definitions
1 . Waste : Any matter or material to be discarded whether solid,
liquid, or gas , constituting the by-product or refuse
of a process .
2 . High-Level Radioactive Materials : The following materials are
hereby defined to be high-level radioactive materials :
a. Plutonium isotopes in any quantity and form
exceeding two grams or 20 Buries , whichever is less ;
b. Uranium enriched in the isotope U-23S exceeding 2S
atomic per cent of the total uranium content in
quantities where the U-235 content exceeds one kilo-
gram;
c. Any quantity or mixture of actinides (elements with
atomic numbers 89 through 103, inclusive) , the
activity of which exceeds 20 curies ;
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d. Spent reactor fuel elements or mixed fission
products associated with such spent fuel elements ,
the activity of which exceeds 20 curies ;
e . Large quantity radioactive materials , as defined
by Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 10CFR Part 71 ,
entitled "Packaging of Radioactive Materials for
Transport".
Section 65 . 64 Exemptions
1 . High-level radioactive materials (not including high-level
radioactive waste materials) transported by or for the United
States Government for military or national defense purposes
are exempted from this ordinance and nothing herein shall be
construed as requiring the disclosure of any defense informa-
tion or restricted data as defined in the Atomic Energy Act
of 1954 and the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 , as amended.
2 . High-level radioactive materials transported to or from or
` T� stored at and to be used by any medical facilities are exempted
from this ordinance. Valid operating certificates issued by
the New York State Department of Health and the New York State
�.� Bureau of Radiological Health must be held by the medical
A' facilities to qualify for this exemption.
The Mayor and the Chief of the Police of the City of Ithaca shall
be notified two weeks prior to date of shipment stating route ,
date and method of shipment , time of passage , destination , type
and quantity of high-level radioactive materials to be transported.
3. High-level radioactive materials transported to or from or stored
at and to be used for educational research purposes at an
accredited institution which is licensed by the New York State
r Bureau of Radiological Health, or in the case of interstate ship-
ments , licensed by the equivalent government agency in the
jurisdiction in which the institution using the radioactive
material is located are exempted from this Ordinance . This
exemption also applies to any educational institution licensed
by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
The Mayor and the Chief of Police of the City of Ithaca shall be
notified two weeks prior to date of shipment stating route , date
and method of shipment , time of passage , destination, type and
quantity of high-level radioactive materials to be transported.
Section 65 . 65 Presumptions
When any vehicle is placarded "Radioactive" by word or symbol , such
placarding shall constitute a presumption that such vehicle or
I ontainer may contain or may be carrying high-level radioactive
material as defined in Section 65 . 63.
Section 65 . 69 Penalties
The violation of this Article shall constitute an unclassified mis-
demeanor, be punishable by a fine of not more than $10 ,000 . 00 and/or
imprisonment for one year or less . Both the operator and the owner
of any vehicle used in violation of this ordinance are guilty of
violation of this ordinance .
2 . The Existing Article VI of Chapter 6S entitled "Penalty"
is hereby renumbered Article VII and amended to read as
follows :
ARTICLE VII
PENALTY
65 . 100 Penalty
Unless otherwise provided herein , any person who shall violate
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any provision of this Chapter shall be punished as provided in
Section 1 . 10 of this Municipal Code.
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.
Tabling Motion
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Item be referred back to the Charter and Ordinance
Committee for further study.
A vote on the tabling motion resulted as follows :
Ayes (2) - Boothroyd, Slattery
Nays (6) - Banfield, Nichols , Gutenberger, Holman, Boronkay,
Saccucci
Absent (2) - Dennis , Schuler
Motion Defeated
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That in Section 65. 64 Exemptions , Item 3, line 4 , the word
"government" be inserted following equivalent ; and the phrase "in the
jurisdiction" be inserted following agency.
Carried Unanimously
Alderman Dennis arrived. at the meeting at 9 : 22 p.m.
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Slattery : Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That in Section 65 . 64 Exemptions , Item 3, line 4 , the phrase
"and service" be inserted following research..
Discussion followed on the floor.
Aldermen Slattery and Boothroyd withdrew the amendment.
Amendment to Resolution
By Alderman Slattery:
RESOLVED, That Section 65 . 61 Legislative intent be amended to include
Mr. Komar' s recommendation.
The amendment failed for lack of a second.
Discussion followed on the floor.
City Clerk Rundle read the following letter from Alderman Schuler:
"March 1 , 1980
The Honorable Raymond Bordoni
Mayor of the City of Ithaca
Dear Mayor Bordoni ,
Long-standing plans for a vacation with my family have taken us South.
I regret not being at the March Common Council meeting to reiterate my
vigorous support of the Transportation and Storage Ban of High-level
Radioactive Materials . I would appreciate it if you would read this at
the March 5th meeting.
I strongly urge my colleagues on Council , for the benefit of our
community, to show strong endorsement of this position by voting as one
in favor of this "Public Safety" Ordinance No. 80 - Transportation and
Storage Ban of High-level Radioactive Materials .
Thank you.
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Sincerely ,
Nancy B. Schuler
Alderman, 4th Ward
cc : Alderman Dennis , Vice Chairman, Human Services Committee
Alderman Holman, Common Council Rep. , Conservation Advisory Council"
The question of the adoption of the foregoing main resolution was duly
put to a vote on roll call , which resulted as follows :
Boronkay - Aye Dennis - Aye
Schuler - Absent Holman - Aye
Boothroyd - Aye Banfield - Aye
Gutenberger - Aye Nichols - Aye
Saccucci - Aye Slattery - Nay
Ayes (8)
Nay (1)
Absent (1) - Schuler
`�. Carried
Common Council adjourned for a recess at 10 : 00 p.m.
Common Council reconvened in regular session at 10 : 10 p.m.
MAYOR' S APPOINTMENTS:
Youth Bureau Advisory Board
Mayor Bordoni requested Council approval of the appointment of Arthur
Mintz , 204 Cascadilla Avenue , to the Youth Bureau Advisory Board for a
term to expire December 31 , 1982 .
Resolution
By Alderman Saccucci : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
i RESOLVED, That the Council approve the appointment of Arthur Mintz ,
204 Cascadilla Avenue , to the Youth Bureau Advisory Board for a term
to expire December 31 , 1982 .
Carried Unanimously
Design Review Board
Mayor Bordoni requested Council approval of the appointment of Lewis
Roscoe , 3 Sundown Rd. , Lansing , N.Y. , to the Design Review Board for
a term to expire May 2 , 1981 , to fill the vacancy caused by the resig-
nation of James D. Parkes .
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Council approve the appointment of Lewis Roscoe , 3
Sundown Rd. , Lansing, N.Y. , to the Design Review Board for a term to
expire May 2 , 1981 , to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of
James D. Parkes .
Carried Unanimously
Greater Ithaca Activities Center Board
Mayor Bordoni requested Council approval of the appointment of Stephen
Eth, 107 Hopper Place , to the Greater Ithaca Activities Center Board
for a term to expire December 31 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Alderman Dennis : Seconded by Alderman Gutenberger
RESOLVED, That the Council approve the appointment of Stephen Eth, 107
Hopper Place , to the Greater Ithaca Activities Center Board for a term
to expire December 31 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
CITY CLERK' S REPORT :
Change of Polling Place
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That , in the event that the G. I .A.C. building will not be
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available for a polling place for the Primary Election Day, Tuesday,
March 25 , 1980 , 12 : 00 P.M. to 9 : 00 P.M. , due to renovations , this
Common Council authorizes the use , as an alternate site , the Central
School RSVP Room, corner of Albany and Buffalo Streets , ' for the First
Ward, 4th District , and Second Ward, 1st District .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE:
Alderman Dennis reported that the committee has received reports from
the volunteer firemen of the Ithaca City Fire Department providing
information concerning their activities ; and the committee also received
Survey of Community Youth Service Professional summary which was prepared
by Youth Development staff of the Ithaca Youth Bureau.
Alderman Dennis announced that the Human Services Committee will meet
with Anthony Schultz of the Police Benevolent Association on March 18 ,
1980 at 8: 00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers for an informational
and general meeting.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE:
Alderman Slattery reported that the Intergovernmental Relations Committee
and John Gutenberger of the Budget and Administration Committee , had been
having talks with the Town of Ithaca regarding a fire contract and
service.
Alderman Slattery announced that on Monday evening, March 10 , 1980 , at
7: 30 p.m. , the committee will review the report from the Human Services
Committee and the Tompkins County Youth Bureau Board on the youth
services in Tompkins County, copies of which were provided to the counci "
men. Sometime in March, the committee will be setting up a meeting wit
the other municipalities to discuss this .
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE :
Public buildings or land inside the City of Ithaca offered for sale by
other taxing authorities
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Slattery
BE IT RESOLVED By the Common Council, That when any parcel of land or
building that has been in public use and which has enjoyed tax-exempt
status within the City of Ithaca is offered for sale , the City of Ithaca
shall indicate within a reasonable period its interest in planning for
the future use of such parcel of land or building and shall exercise its
right of first refusal in negotiating for the possible purchase of such
land or building.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Implementation of new graphics system commissioned by the City of Ithaca
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, the Board of Planning and Development , at its meeting on February
263. 1980 , officially requested implementation of the City of Ithaca
graphics plan for directional signs , stationery , and other official
materials such as a City Hall directory;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council accepts the
concepts of the graphics system design and requests that the signs and
other materials be installed by the Department of Public Works or
purchased by the Purchasing Agent as required for the use of the various
City departments and agencies .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, the resolution of the Board of Planning and Development in
respect to implementation of new graphics system be referred to the
Budget and Administration Committee for inclusion in the final budget .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Alterman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the City Clerk be empowered to order the old design
stationery in whatever quantity is ' most economical .
Carried Unanimously
Tompkins County Expo Association request to use Southwest Park for a
revived Tompkins County Fair
Alderman Nichols reported that the Tompkins County Expo Association had
appeared before the Planning Board in an effort to get permission to use
Southwest Park for the 1980 Tompkins County Fair. The Planning Board
gave warm support for the concept of having a fair, but no real encourage-
ment for having it in Southwest Park.
Alderman Nichols asked Council' s support for having Planning and Develop-
ment ask the same group to make a presentation and possibly a determina-
tion of an appropriate location for the Tompkins County Fair to be held
M; in the City of Ithaca in the Fall of 1980 .
:1.
Resolution
By Alderman Nichols : Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Planning and Development
Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Historic Sign Requests
Alderman Nichols informed the Council that a copy of updated procedures
was included with agenda items for the use of the Council members when
dealing with historic sign requests .
Parking Regulations
Alderman Nichols called attention to a resolution passed by the Board
of Public Works , at its February 27 , 1980 meeting, in whi.ch. they ask.
the Council for additional information when referring petitions- concern-
ing parking to the Board. In addition, the Board referred to the 1964
Common Council resolution on parking regulations, reminding the Council
of the intention behind what is now the law.
Resolution
By Alderman Banfield; Seconded by Alderman Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Council refer the report of the Board of Public Works
to the Charter and Ordinance Committee .
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE :
ORDINANCE NO. 80 73--An 0r finance Amending Cha ter 17 Entitled "Peddlers
and Solicitors" of the City of Ithaca Municipal Co-de
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boron ay
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED By the Common Council of the City of Ithaca
as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 17 entitled "Peddlers and Solicitors" of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows :
1 . That Section 17. 13 entitled "Regulations applicable to
religious solicitation permits" is hereby renumbered
Section 17. 14 and in all other respects shall read the
same .
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accord
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in Section
3. 11 (I3) of the Ithaca City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
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Open Beverage Container Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO . 80-4--An Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Entitled "Public
Safety" of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED By the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
New York as follows :
Section 1 . That Chapter 65 entitled "Public Safety" of the City of
Ithaca Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows :
1 . That a new section to be known and designated as Sectio,
65 . 34 entitled "Open Alcoholic Beverage Container Pro-
hibition" to follow Section 65 . 33 is hereby added to
said Chapter to read as follows :
Section 65 . 34 Open Alcoholic Beverage Container Prohibition
A. Except as otherwise provided in this Chapter, no person shall
have , possess , carry or transport liquor, wine , beer or other
alcoholic beverages in or upon any public sidewalk, street ,
highway, parking lot or public park in the City of Ithaca in
open bottles or other open containers , and no person shall drink
or otherwise consume liquor, wine, beer or other alcoholic
beverages in or upon any public sidewalk, street , highway,
parking lot or public park in the City of Ithaca, New York.
B. This section shall not apply to or within the boundaries of
Cass Park or Stewart Park, which areas shall be regulated by
the Board of Public Works .
C. The violation of any of the provisions of this section shall be
punishable by a fine not greater than ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS
($100. 00) and/or not more than fifteen (15) days in jail. .
Section 2 . This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accord iaj-
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in Section
3. 11 (B) of the Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
An Act to reopen the provisions of the retirement and social secur..•1y
law for members of t e ire ee artment of the City of Ithaca
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS, the Common Council passed a resolution on November 7, 1979 ,
requesting action by the New York State Assembly and the New York State
Senate to secure legislation to grant relief to any firefighter or
police officer who through no fault of their own were placed in the
wrong retirement system, and
WHEREAS, both the office of State Senator Smith and Assemblyman McNeil
have prepared proposed legislation to grant such relief as sought ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby
approve that proposed legislation to obtain the desired relief for at
least one individual and possibly others , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Clerk is hereby authorized to
certify the official copies of that proposed legislation and to return
them to State Senator William Smith for further legislative action as
deemed appropriate .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE :
Finger Lakes Association Inc. Contract
By Alderman Gutenberger: Secon e by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to execute an agreement with the Finger Lakes Association,
Incorporated in an amount not to exceed $918. 00 , to aid in the pro-
moting and publicizing of the Finger Lakes Region as a year-round
vacationland.
Ayes (6) - Boothroyd, Dennis , Gutenberger, Boronkay, Slattery,
Saccucci
Nays (3) - Banfield, Nichols , Holman
Absent (1) - Schuler
Carried
S. P.C.A.
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 the Tompkins
0 County S. P. C.A. in an amount not to exceed $36, 740 . 00 , and
g BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County S. P. C.A. be , and it
is hereby designated the official animal control agency for the City
L] of Ithaca.
Ayes (8) - Dennis , Gutenberger, Boronkay, Slattery, Saccucci ,
Banfield, Nichols ; Holman
Abstention (1) - Boothroyd
Absent (1) - Schuler
Carried
Urban Renewal Grant Contract Amendment
Resolution of the City of Ithaca Authorizing Execution of an Amendatory
Grant Contract
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED,
Section 1.
The following described area has been found to be a substandard
and insanitary area appropriate for urban renewal and has been duly
designated as an urban renewal area within the intent of the urban
renewal laws of the State .
BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT I AREA
Beginning at the intersection of the center-line of East State
Street and the center-line of North Tioga Street ;
thence northerly along the center-line of North Tioga Street to
a point 160 feet more or less north of the intersection of the
center-line of North Tioga Street and East Seneca Street ;
thence easterly along the north line of the City of Ithaca
property to the center-line of North Aurora Street ;
thence south along the center-line of North Aurora Street to the
intersection of the center-line of North Aurora Street and East
Seneca Street ;
thence southeasterly along the center-line of Seneca Way to the
intersection of the center-line of Seneca Way and East State
Street ;
thence southwesterly along the center-line of East Green Street
to the intersection of South Aurora Street and East Green Street ;
thence south along the center-line of South Aurora Street to the
intersection of the center- line of South Aurora Street and the
center-line of Six Mile Creek ;
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thence southwesterly along the center-line of Six Mile Creek to
the intersection of the center-line of Six Mile Creek and the
center-line of East Clinton Street ;
thence westerly along the center-line of East Clinton Street to
a point 190 feet more or less west of the intersection of the
center-line of South Cayuga Street and the center-line of Clinton
Street, which point is the southerly extension of the west property
line of the property, now, or formerly, owned by Gilbert F . Sturro(7. .-•
thence north along the west property line of the property now, or
formerly, owned by Gilbert F. Sturrock to the south property line
of the property now, or formerly, owned by Edward T. and Mildred A.
Akers ;
thence west along the south property line of the property now, or
formerly, owned by Edward T. and Mildred A. Akers to the west
property line of said property;
thence north along the west property line of the property now, or
formerly, owned by Edward T. and Mildred A. Akers to the south
property line of the City Right-of-Way;
thence west 10 feet more or less along the south property line of
the City Right-of.-Way to the west property line of the City Right-
of-Way;
thence north along the west property line of the City of Ithaca
extended to the center-line of West Green Street ;
thence east along the center-line of Green Street to a point 120
feet more or less east from the intersection of Cayuga Street and
Green Street ;
thence north along the extension of the east building line of the
building now, or formerly, known as the New York State Electric
and Gas Corporation Building to the south property line of the
property now, or formerly, owned by F. A. Wilcox;
thence west along the south property line of the property now, or
formerly, owned by F. A. Wilcox to the west property line of said
property;
thence northerly along the west property line of the property now,
or formerly, owned by F. A. Wilcox extended to the center-line of
East State Street ;
thence east along the center-line of East State Street to the point
of beginning.
Section 2 .
The existence of said area is impairing and arresting the sound
growth and development of the municipality and is inimical to the public
health, safety, morals and welfare of the inhabitants thereof and of the
State.
Section 3.
An urban renewal plan has been prepared and duly approved for the
said designated area. The City of Ithaca, New York, has undertaken anc,
is carrying out an urban renewal project in said area, hereinafter call,
the "project" , as authorized by and to effectuate the purposes of the
Housing Act of 1949 , as amended and supplemented.
Section 4 .
The undertaking and carrying out of the project is essential to the
sound growth and development of the municipality and to the welfare of
the inhabitants thereof.
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Section S .
It is necessary and in the public interest that the City of Ithaca,
New York, avail itself of the financial assistance provided by virtue of
the urban renewal assistance laws of the State for the purpose of carrying
out the project .
Section 6.
The City of Ithaca, New York, hereby expresses its intent and
_ recognizes its responsibility to do whatever is necessary or appropriate
to carry out the project .
Section 7.
Raymond Bordoni , Mayor of the City of Ithaca, New York, is hereby
authorized to execute a third Amendatory Contract amending Contract for
State grant between the State of New York and the City of Ithaca , New
York, in the lesser amount of $14 ,696 . 37, which, together with the Grant
heretofore made of $963,615. 00 , is not to exceed $948 ,918 . 63 , which is
the amount of the State Capital Grant Contract to assist in carrying out
project activities , a copy of which is attached hereto .
(� Section 8 .
Joseph A. Spano , Assistant Controller of the City of Ithaca, New
York, is hereby authorized and empowered to execute and file requisitions
for funds in a lesser amount of $14 ,696. 37 , which , together with the
Grant heretofore made of $963,615 . 00 , is not to exceed $948 ,918 . 63,
< which is the amount of the State capital grant contract .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Deep Shaft Demonstration Project Application for Funds
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Assistant Controller and the City Chamberlain are
hereby authorized and empowered to execute and file requisitions for
funds to be received under the Deep Shaft Demonstration Capital Project
Program.
Carried Unanimously
Borrowing of Funds for City Expenses
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That pursuant to Section 24 of Article 2 of the Local Finance
Law of the State of New York, the Assistant Controller is hereby
authorized to borrow money in the name of and on the credit of the City
of Ithaca for current City expenses normally paid out of the regular
Tax Levy and for the purposes of which such taxes are or may be levied
by the issuance of a negotiable note or notes in an amount not to exceed
$900 , 000 , and that such note or notes shall be issued in amounts as may
be needed in anticipation of the collection of City Taxes for the current
fiscal year of 1980 , with local banks or with Water, Sewer, Revenue
Sharing or Capital Funds of the City of Ithaca, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the full faith and credit of the City of
Ithaca hereby are pledged for the payment of and retirement of such
temporary tax loans before the close of said fiscal year and out of taxes
to be received for the current fiscal year.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
East Clinton Street Bridge Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the sum of $75 , 000 be appropriated from Capital Reserve
Fund #4 - Bridges , for the purpose of financing improvements to the
East Clinton Street Bridge as requested by the Board of Public Works .
Carried Unanimously
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Postage Machine Renewal of Lease
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 Pitney-Bowes for
a postage machine and equipment for a price not to exceed $1 ,937 . 12
per annum for five years .
Carried Unanimously
Hiring of Part-time Bus Drivers
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the Department of Public Works be authorized to hire
part-time bus drivers as may be required to be used as relief bus
drivers when authorized by the Supt . of Public Works for vacation , sick
leave and/or emergency purposes for the regular full-time bus drivers .
Carried Unanimously
Hiring of Seasonal Help
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Department of Public Works be authorized to hire
seasonal help for the 1980 Summer season within the budget appropriations
and in accordance with Civil Service Regulations .
Carried Unanimously
Golf Course Manager
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the salary of the Golf Course Manager for the year 1980.
be increased to $12 , 905 . 001 and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this salary be retroactice to January 1 ,
1980.
Carried Unanimously
Youth Bureau Reclassification of Job Titles
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Civil Service Commission has , with the
assistance of the Municipal Service Division of the State Department of
Civil Service , conducted an extensive classification survey of positions
in the Youth Bureau by request of the City of Ithaca Common Council ; and
WHEREAS, a classification Plan including classifications covering such
positions has been prepared by the Municipal Service Division of the
State Department of Civil Service and approved by the City of Ithaca
Civil Service Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Personnel Administrator in conjunction with the Director of
the Youth Bureau and assisted by the Executive Secretary of Civil, Service
has reviewed those classifications to determine salary grades appropriate
to the qualifications and responsibilities required. for the new classi-
fications ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the following classifications
positions with the appropriate salary grades are hereby created and
entered into the 1980 Compensation Plan of the CSEA Administrative Unit
Salary Schedule :
CLASSIFICATION TITLE SALARY RANGE
Activities Center Coordinator 35
Recreation Coordinator 35
Youth Development Coordinator 35 11 , 714 to 17 , 340 I
Recreation Supervisor 40 10 ,981 to 1.6 , 254
Assistant Activities Center Coordinator 35
Recreation Supervisor 35
Youth Development Program Supervisor 35 10 ,930 to 1.6 ,178
Arts Program Supervisor 35
Volunteer Coordinator 35
Youth Worker 35 8 ,958 to 13, 260
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CLASSIFICATION TITLE SALARY RANGE
Nutrition Program Supervisor 35
Educational Instructor 35 7 , 809 to 11 , 558
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this action becomes effective on April 1 ,
1980 .
Carried Unanimously
-- Police Patrolman Vacancy
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Police Department be authorized to hire one patrolman
at a salary of $12 , 477. 00 to fill a vacancy that now exists due to a
resignation.
Carried Unanimously
School Guard Vacancies
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Police Department be authorized to hire three school
crossing guards to fill vacancies that now exist .
L ) Carried Unanimously
C1 Transportation for the Handicapped
�� By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That questions of transportation for the handicapped be re-
ferred to the Human Services Committee for study and report .
< Carried Unanimously
Human Services Coalition Agreement
By Alder-man Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to execute a contract with the Human Services Coalition of
Tompkins County, Incorporated in an amount not to exceed $5 , 825 for
the furnishing of Human Services planning and coordination.
Discussion followed on . the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Fire Dispatchers Contract
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be , and they are , hereby
authorized and directed to execute an agreement with Tompkins County
for sharing in the costs of the County Fire Dispatchers . City' s share
is not to exceed 500 of the total salary and benefit costs for the
period March 1 , 1980 to February 28 , 1982 .
Carried Unanimously
Tompkins County Youth Bureau Agreement
By Alderman Gutenberger: Secon ed by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be , and they are , hereby
authorized and directed to execute an agreement with the Tompkins County
Youth Bureau for leasing one room and additional space at the Community
Service Building for use in conducting County Youth Bureau meetings at a
monthly rental of $115 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Staffing Recommendations , Board of Public Works
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Nichols
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca recognizes the value of the services
performed by City employees and the importance of job security and
equity in preserving the harmonious relations among the City administra-
tion and the unions , and
WHEREAS, the information and cooperation of the union officials and
members have assisted the Common Council in making its decision ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby endorses
the 1980 staffing recommendations of the Board of Public Works . The
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Superintendent of Public Works shall continue to exercise the authority
to terminate employment of any employee whose work is unsatisfactory ;
however, no City employee shall be terminated solely to reduce the labor
force without having every opportunity to be reassigned to any other
vacant position for which the employee may be qualified.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (7) - Banfield, Boothroyd, Nichols , Gutenberger, Boronkay.
Slattery, Saccucci
Nays (2) - Dennis , Holman
Absent (1) - Schuler
Carried
Audit
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and Admini-
stration Committee in the total amount of $14 ,658. 93, as listed on Audit
Abstract #4/1980 , be approved for payment.
Carried Unanimously
Warrant for Collection of Taxes
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized to request the County
of Tompkins to extend. its warrant for collection of the 1980 State and
County Taxes until June 1 , 1980 .
Carried Unanimously
CIRCLE GREENWAY COMMITTEE :
Alderman Nic ols announced that the Circle Greenway Committee will meet
the coming week, and they are currently working on funding sources .
REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Alderman Dennis reported that a Community Development Coordinator has
been hired and is officing in the Planning Department . He asked that
the members of Council stop in that department to meet her.
Human Services Coalition
Alderman Holman reporteJ that the Annual meeting will be held March 25 ,
1980 , at 8 : 00 a.m. in the Ramada Inn, and encouraged all who can to
attend.
Alderman Holman also reported that a workshop will be held from 10 a.m.
to 12 noon on March 12 , 1980 at the Cooperative Extension Office. An
item the Coalition will be working on during 1980 is joint funding.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Letter from Neriton Station No. 9
Alderman Slattery asked that a letter from Ithaca Fire Department ,
Neriton Station No . 9 , concerning budget cuts , be referred to the Budget
and Administration Committee .
Letter from Rescue Steamer & Chemical Co . No . 2
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman accucci
RESOLVED, That the letter from Rescue Steamer & Chemical Co . No . 2 be
referred to the Planning and Development Department .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 11 : 48 p .m.
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