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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7:30 P. M.
August 6, 1980
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Aldermen (10) - Banfield, Boothroyd, Boronkay, Dennis, Gutenberger,
Holman, Nichols, Saccucci, Schuler, Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Controller - Spano
City Chamberlain - Wright
City Engineer - Cox
Personnel Administrator - Collins
City Attorney - Shapiro
Director, Planning $ Development - Van Cort
Fire Chief - Tuckerman
Supt. of Public Works - Dingman
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Planning Staff - Bottge, Sieverding
Police Chief - Herson
City Clerk - Rundle
".� PLE.DGE. OF ALLEGIANCE.:
Mayor Bordoni led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
g American flag.
MINUTES:
' By Al erman Boothroyd: Seconded by Alderman Holman
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the July 9, 1980 meeting be approved
as published, with the following correction:
P. 13 HUMAN SERVICES COALITION: Alderman Holman reported that
the Coalition circulated a newsletter outlining the Revenue
Sharing Application Process for human services in the city.
Carried Unanimously
(two., ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Planning and Development -Committee
Alderman Nichols requested -the of a draft resolution relating
to UDAG; in addition, she requested the substitution of a resolution
concerning the Wastewater Facility (XV -A). Copies of both items were
placed on the aldermen's desks.
No Council member objected.
Budget and Administration Committee
Alderman Gutenberger requeste the addition of resolutions in places
indicating possible resolutions; in addition, he requested the addi-
tion of Item L Executive Director IURA to the Agenda.
No Council member objected.
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS:
Board ur- Public IVorks
1`fayor Borconi requested approval of the appointment of James Varricchio,
449 N. Aurora Street, to the Board of Public Works for :.� ., t;, expil.
December 31, 1980. This vacancy existed due to th.- :,;slgnation of e
John MacInnes.
Resolution
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Banfield
"SOLVED, That the Common Council approve the appointment of James
Varricchio, 449 N. Aurora Street, to the Board of Public Works for a
term to expire December 31, 1980.
Carried Unanimously
Mr. Varricchio took the Oath of Office and was sworn in by City Clerk
Rundle.
August 6, 1980
Board of Zoning Appeals
Mayor Bordoni requested approval of the appointment of Peter Walsh,
329 Pleasant Street, to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term to
expire December 31, 1982. This vacancy existed due to the resignation
of Dr. Martin Greenberg.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Common Council approve the appointment of Peter
Walsh, 329 Pleasant Street, to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a ter'
to expire December 31, 1982.
Carried Unanimously
Conservation Advisory Council (Environmental Commission)
Mayor Bordoni requested approval of the appointment of Todd Swanzey,
413 W. Buffalo Street, to the Conservation Advisory Council for a term
to expire December 31, 1981. This vacancy existed as a result of the
resignation of Nancy Meltzer.
Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
RESOLVED, That the Common Council approve the appointment of Todd
Swanzey, 413 IV. Buffalo Street, to the Conservation Advisory Council
for a term to expire December 31, 1981.
Carried Unanimously
City Controller
Mayor Bordoni requested approval of the appointment of Joseph A. Spano,
13 Bush Lane, as City Controller of the City of Ithaca.
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
By Alderman Gutenberger: 6econded Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the office of the City Controller has been vacant for several
months, and J,
WHEREAS, the Mayor has appointed a committee of Common Council to
search for potential candidates for such office and make recommenda-
tions to the Mayor, and
WHEREAS, the said committee has performed its function admirably and
the Mayor has given due and careful consideration to the matter, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the City Charter Section 2.18, the Mayor has
appointed Joseph A.Spano to the office of City Controller for an
indefinite term subject to the approval of the Common Council;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Common Council does hereby
approve the appointment of Joseph A. Spano to the office of City
Controller for an indefinite term, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the starting salary of Joseph A. Spano
in the office of City Controller be fixed at $30,308, effective
August- 4, 1980 (nearest pay period).
Followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Mr. Spano took the Oath of Office and was sworn in by City Clerk
Rundle.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE:
Alderman Slattery announced t at the committee will meet with the Town
of Ithaca representative and the Fire Chief in the Council chambers on
Tuesday, August 12, 1980, at 7:30 p.m. with regard to the 1981 Fire
Contract. EIe advised the Council that the city has not yet received
the signature on the 1980 contract, and hopefully, both matters can be
resolved on that evening.
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CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE:
Additional Environmental Impact Assessments of Blocks Near the
Tompkins County Courthouse
By Al erman Slattery; Seconded by Alderman Nichols
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council, That no further environmental
impact assessments are required in connection 1Jlth the previously
suggested rezoning of an area directly to the north of the Tompkins
County Courthouse and limited by Cascadilla Creek on the north because
of the thorough studies and numerous public hearings that have already
been conducted and because of the protection afforded to a portion of
the area in question by its inclusion in the DeWitt Park Historic
District.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Proposed Rezoning of Area Near Tompkins County Courthouse
By Alderman Slattery: Seconded by Alderman Boronkay
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council, That the Department of Planning
? and Development is instructed to present to the Board of Planning and
r Development and to the Charter and Ordinance and Planning and Develop -
ment Committees of the Common Council before the September meeting of
the Common Council a suggested new buffer zone that would permit mixed
business and residential uses and be strictly regulated as proposed in
Alternate Plan "C" (herewith), which was presented to the Board of
Planning and Development on July 29, 1980.
Carried Unanimously
TIOGA ST. B -1 REZONING - ALT. C - 1980
Purpose: To permit professional offices to locate in proximity to
County offices (Assessment, Clerk, etc.) in area currently
zoned residential.
Objectives: (1) Limit impacts of non- residential uses on adjacent
residential areas
- amount and nature of non - residential activity
- non - residential traffic
- non - residential. parking in residential areas
- visible changes to existing development
- timing of non- resi.denti.al. activity
(2) Limit changes within identified area
- displacement of existing uses
- redevelopment /remodeling of existing properties
- major changes in character /use of open space
- cumulative visual effects of changes on existing
character
- projects altering scale of existing
(3) Limit effects on DeWitt Park Historic District
- structures within district
- adjacent structures
(4) Fleet a limited demand for space for certain specialized
non - res=idential uses which are /will be generally
compatible with the primarily residential. uses and
character of the area affected, and of adjacent
residential areas; provide for some flexibility in
supply.
Method: Design a new zoning classification which, either as a discrete
zone or as an 'overlay' or 'floating' zone, would permit certain
uses as of right within areas so designated.
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New Zone: A specific area, designated 'Office' or 'Limited
Business', would be zoned to permit a limited
variety of nonresidential uses which are compatible
with those currently permitted by the area's
existing zoning. Controls would be placed on the
extent of physical change allowed when a non-
residential use is initiated or changed. District
regulations might be modified.
'Overlay' Zone: An area in one or more zones would receive
an added classification, leaving intact the basicl
zoning but permitting certain additional uses as
of right, with controls to limit change. This
would be similar to the designation of a landmark
district.
'Floating' Zone: A new zoning classification, as above, not
necessarily applied to a specific area at first, but
'hovering' until imposed on an area by Council.
Could include certain restrictions. Legal in NYS,
this still is hard to differentiate from 'spot'
zoning because it may affect only one property, at
owner's request. Otherwise similar to straight
rezoning. Implies that broad areas (for instance,
R -3) might be generally suited to uses not currently
present.
BUDGET AND ADIdINISTRATION C01,941TTEE:
Assessment Roll Corrections
422 IV. First Street--Church of God in C.hrist_.
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman SlattOry
WHEREAS, the 1980 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca included the property
known and numbered 422 First Street, Ithaca, New York, owned by the
Church of God in Christ of W.N.Y., and
IVHEREAS, 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 James Roberts,
Pastor, and
WHEREAS, said investigation revealed that the exemption granted on
Tax Map Number 35 -2 -2, 422 First Street, was not entered on the final
Assessment Roll or the 1980 City Tax Roll, and
WHEREAS,, the Director of Assessments recommends that the assessed value
of 422 First Street be changed from $1,600 to $ -0 -;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1980 Tax Roll for the City of
Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map Number 35 -2 -2,
422 First Street, from $1,600 to $ -0 -, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
'.__meted to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll. and to prepare
a new 'ia:: " 1 -For said property or make an appropriate refund if the
1980 City Taxes have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
110 West Court Street- -The Reverend G. Eugene Durham
By Alderman Gutenberger: econ ed by Alderman Boot royd
WHEREAS, the 1980 Tax Roll for the City of Ithaca, included the proper
known and numbered 110 West Court Street, Ithaca, New York, owned by
the Reverend G. Eugene Durham, 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 the Reverend G. Eugene
Durham, and
WHEREAS, said investigation revealed that a clergy exemption was
erroneously omitted, and
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WHEREAS, the Director of Assessments recommends that the assessed
value of 110 West Court Street be changed from $34,300 to $32,800;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the 1980 Tax Roll for the City
of Ithaca be amended to reduce the assessment of Tax Map Number
50 -4 -23, 110 West Court Street, from $34,300 to $32,800, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain be authorized and
directed to make the appropriate changes in the Tax Roll and to
(400" prepare a new Tax Bill for said property or make an appropriate refund
if the 1980 City Taxes have been paid.
Carried Unanimously
Firefighter Vacancies
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That the Fire Department be authorized to hire two fire-
fighters to fill the vacancies created by the recent promotions within
the Department, in accordance with Civil Service Regulations.
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Resolution
By Alderman Holman: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
RESOLVED, That the item concerning firefighter vacancies be tabled
¢. until the September meeting of the Common Council.
Carried Unanimously
Exemption for the Aged
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
WHEREAS, the New York State Legislature has amended the Real Property
Tax Law (Chapter 816 of the Laws of 1980) to permit municipalities to
set income eligibility at any level between three thousand and nine
thousand two hundred dollars for homeowners aged 65 and over who
(moo," qualify in other respects;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Budget and Administration
Committee of the Common Council approves the increase of the partial
exemption for persons whose present income ceiling is now eight
thousand dollars, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this matter be referred to the Charter
and Ordinance Committee for amendment of the City of Ithaca Municipal
Code.
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Housing Authority
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci
WHEREAS, according to Section 3, Article 32(1) of the New York State
Public Housing Law, it is necessary for the local legislative body
to fix the compensation of personnel in the local Housing Authority,
and
WHEREAS, this Common Council has received a Resolution from the
Ithaca Housing Authority establishing positions and comparability
for its Personnel Roster; '
NOW, THERI:FORI , BE I`1' RESOLVED, That this Common Council establishes
the following positions, comparability and salary ranges:
Executive Director Building Commissioner $17,575 - $25,013
(Established 1968)
Tenant Relations Planner III $10,930 - $16,178
Specialist
Principal Account Clerk City of Ithaca C.S.E.A. $ 81339 - $12,345
Stenographer City of Ithaca C.S.E.A. $ 6,652 - $ 9,847
100
Account Clerk/Typist
Outreach Worker
General Maint. Foreman
Maintainer
Maint. Worker
Laborer
City of Ithaca C.S.E.A.
Tompkins County E.O.C.
City of Ithaca C.S.E.A.
City of Ithaca C.S.E.A.
City of Ithaca C.S.E.A.
August 6, 1980
$ 6,6S2 - $ 9,847
$ 7,938 - $ 9,914
$ S.48 - $ 6.42
$ 4.07
$ 3.78
City of Ithaca C.S.E.A. $ 3.64
Carried. Unanimously
- $ 4.76
$ 4.47
$ 4..
Interview Ex pens
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Saccucci.
RESOLVED, That travel expenses incurred by applicants interviewed for
the positions of City Controller, Deputy Controller and Purchasing
Agent be paid from the appropriate accounts after submission and
approval by the Personnel Administrator.
Carried Unanimously
Gadabout AGreement
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Schuler
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has set aside funds for transportation
service to the disabled community, and
WHEREAS, Gadabout now has in place a system with the capability of
providing transportation service to the disabled, and
WHEREAS, a program has been developed between the City and Gadabout
whereby Gadabout would provide additional transportation service to
the disabled in addition to purchasing an additional lift - equipped
van with this allocation, and
WHEREAS, the terms of this program have been approved by the Red Cros
Board of Directors;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk are
hereby authorized and directed to execute an agreement with the Tompkins
County Red Cross in an amount not to exceed $11,000.
Carried Unanimously
Sewage Treatment Plant Capital Project
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
RESOLVED, That this Common Council hereby creates a Capital Project
to be known as "Sewage Treatment Digester Cleaning and Repair," in
the amount of $50,000, as requested by the Board of Public Works, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the 1980 Sewer Fund Budget be amended as
follows:
Increase G9SS0 -7 Transfer to Capital Fund $50,000
Decrease G909 Fund Balance $S0,000
Carried Unanimously
Amendment to DPW Authorized Roster
ff A-L- erman Gtzten er eer: ^�econ7eci by Alderman Baiifield
RESOLVED, That the Authorized Positions adopted by the Board of Publif
Works on December 19,,1979, be amended as folloias:
Motor Equipment Operator - Increase from 6 to 7
Truck Driver - Decrease from 9 to 8
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
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Exemption for Attendance at Conference
By Alderman Gut enberger: Secon ed by Alderman Holman
WHEREAS, this Common Council, on January 3, 1979, passed a Resolution
supporting the Equal Rights Amendment, and
WHEREAS, 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;
IL NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the request of the Superintendent
of Public Works to attend the APIVA Convention to be held in Kansas
City, Missouri, during the period of September 13 -18, be denied.
Robin Fisher Cisne, Co- coordinator of Tompkins County N.O.W., spoke
to the Council, commenting that she would hate to see the City renege
on its promise to support ERA.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Bordoni read the following letter from the American Public Works
Association:
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ii "August 1, 1980
The Honorable Raymond Bordoni, Jr.,
Dear Mayor Bordoni:
It has recently come to my attention that the City of Ithaca has adopted
a policy which may deprive the City and its public works engineers/
administrators of the benefits of APIVA's Annual Congress and Equipment
Show.
Your policy of prohibiting travel of employees to States that have not
adopted the proposed ERA amendment can adversely affect the City in
those cases where such travel is important in terms of the responsi-
bilities assigned to its employees. Other cities that have adopted
such resolutions have recognized this and provided for exceptions to be
made when such action serves the best interests of the tax - paying public.
The American Public Works Association is a non - profit service organiza-
tion that is dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the human
environment. It has, for the past 86 years, conducted a wide variety of
activities designed to improve government, in general, and public works,
in particular. Its most important activity is the sponsorship of the
International Public Works Congress and Equipment Show which attracts
over 6,000 public works professionals and features exhibits by over 200
leading manufacturers of the newest products available to serve public
agencies in a cost - effective manner. Millions of dollars are invested
each year to make this the ideal market place for persons responsible
for the management of public works programs.
A copy of the preliminary program for this year's Congress ,_: ^r-l.osed
for your information. A copy of an editorial appearing in the Ju..--
issue of our monthly magazine is also enclosed. Note the story of how
one City saved some two million dollars as a result of what one of its
employees learned at an APIVA Congress. This is not an isolated example;
delegates report significant savings year after year.
I would also like to point out that APIVA has *;ken action complying
L-0.1 with the spirit of the resolution adopted by the :ity of Ithaca. See
tear sheet from the November 1978 issue of the APIVA ::•_-nrter, which
includes the "Equal Opportunity" resolution adopted by.ou.L
at its 1978 annual meeting in Boston, massachusetts. We have an active
program to involve greater numbers of women in the public works
profession.
Therefore, we respectfully request your City Council to authorize its
public works professionals to attend the APIVA Congress this year as in
the past and sincerely believe that siicli action will serve the best
interest of the citizens of your community.
Very truly yours,
Robert D. Laugher
Executive Director"
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The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Gutenberger
Aye
Dennis
Aye
Schuler
Aye
Nichols
Aye
Banfield
Nay
Holman
Aye
Slattery
Nay
Boronkay
Aye
Saccucci
Nay
Boothroyd
Aye
Ayes (7)
Nays ( 3)
Carried
Audit
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Budget and
Administration Committee, in the total amount of $14,783.01, as
listed on Audit Abstract #14/1980, be approved for payment.
Carried Unanimously
Director of Planning and Development
By Alderman Gutenberger: Secon ec by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, the City Charter authorizes the Common Council to establish
and from time to time amend a compensation plan governing the salaries
and wages of such officers and employees of the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has established a procedure wherein
officers and employees may receive within -grade increases when it
has been determined that such salary increases are in the best interests
of the City;
NON, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following within -grade
increase is hereby authorized on the City of Ithaca 1980 Compensation
Plan for employees not covered by union:
Director of Planning and Development $24,053 to $26,944
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the position of Director of Planning
and Development be placed on the same compensation line as the
Superintendent of Public Works and the City Controller, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this action become effective September 1,
1980.
Discussion followed on the floor,
Tabling Resolution
13y Alderman Ban�ield: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the resolution concerning the within -grade increase
for the i�,..:ctor of Planning and Development be tabled until September.
1'he question of the adoption of the tabling resolution was duly put to
a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Gutenberger
Nay
Boothroyd
Nay
Schuler
Nay
Dennis
Nay
Banfield
Aye
Nichols
Aye
Slattery
Aye
Holman
Nay
Saccucci
Nay
Boronkay
Nay
i�yes (3)
Nays (7)
Resolution Defeated
The question of the adoption of the original resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
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Gutenberger Aye Boothroyd Aye
Schuler Aye Dennis Aye
Banfield Nay Nichols Aye
Slattery Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Boronkay Aye
Ayes (9)
Nays (1)
Carried
Executive Director of IURA
By Alderman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Boothroyd
WHEREAS, the IURA has appointed the Director of Planning and Develop-
ment as the Executive Director of IURA;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council approves and
permits the appointment of H. M. Van Cort of the Planning and
Development Department as the Executive Director of the IURA, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That compensation may be provided by the IURA
} in recognition of these duties in accordance with IURA's resolution
of August 4, 1980 regarding the appointment of the Executive Director.
.� Discussion followed on the floor concerning the IURA /CD contract
E` regarding the position of Executive Director.
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The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Gutenberger Aye Boothroyd Aye
Schuler Aye Dennis Aye
Banfield Aye Nichols Aye
Slattery Aye Holman Aye
Saccucci Aye Boronkay Aye
Carried Unanimously
we PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Ithaca Area Wastewater Facility Design Approval
By Alderman Nichols: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF APPLICATIONS FOR FEDERAL AND
STATE AID FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES UNDER
THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT AMENDMENTS OF 1972 (PUBLIC
LAW 92 -500), AND UNDER NEW YORK STATE LAWS OF 1972 CHAPTER 6S9
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York, after
thorough consideration of the various aspects of the problem and study
of available data, has determined that the construction of certain
works, required for the treatment of sewage, generally described as
Wastewater Treatment Facilities, and identified as Project Number C-
36- 1095, is desirable and in the public interest, and to that end it
is necessary that action preliminary to the construction of said
Project be taken immediately; and
WHEREAS, under Public Law 92 -500, the United States c, Amu,'-z- '--
authorized the making of grants to aid in financing the cost of
construction of necessary treatment works to prevent the discharge
of untreated or inadequately- treated sewage or other waste into any
waters and for the purpose of reports, plans, and specifications in
connection therewith; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 6S9 of the Laws of 1972 of the State of New York
provide financial aid for the construction of Water Quality Improve-
ment Projects;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of
Ithaca that it hereby authorizes the filing of applications to the
Federal and State Governments for financial aid for the design and
construction of the facilities, Project C -36 -1093; and
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1. That the filing of such applications be in the form required
by the United States in conformity with Public Law 92 -500, and as
required by the State of New York, including all understandings and
assurances contained in said applications.
2. That the Superintendent of Public Works is directed and
authorized as the official representative of the City to file and to
act in connection with the applications, and to provide such additional
information as may be required.
That
3... A all statements, data and supporting documents made or sub-
mitted by the City in connection with any application for Federal
assistance for the proposed construction are to be deemed a part of
the application for State assistance.
4. That the Common Council hereby approves the Wastewater
Facilities Report, the Infiltration /Inflow Analysis Report, and the
Environmental Assessment Summary prepared for the City of Ithaca by
Stearns & Wheler, Civil and Sanitary Engineers, and hereby authorizes
their use in obtaining Federal and State financial aid.
5. That the City agrees to comply with the Administrative Rules
and Regulations of the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation.
6. That certified copies of this Resolution be prepared and the
City hereby authorizes their use as necessary for applications for
Federal and State financial assistance.
7. That this Resolution takes effect immediately.
Discussion followed on the floor.
City Engineer Cox spoke to the statement presented by the Environment
Commission regarding a Final EIS. J_
The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put
to a vote on roll call, which resulted as follows:
Gutenberger
Aye
Boothroyd
Aye
Schuler
Nay
Dennis
Nay
Banfield
Nay
Nichols
Aye
Slattery
Aye
Holman
Nay
Saccucci
Aye
Boronkay
Aye
Ayes (6)
Nays (4)
Authorization for May
Project
By Ald'erman Nichols:
J'VJJr-ni- A ^ _ " anning and
_ -q ui re the
Carried
or To Sign Documents Concerning Ithaca Center
Seconded by Alderman Slattery
development of Ithaca Center requires and will
of the Mayor on numerous documents, and
WHEREAS, authority to sign said documents has been granted by this
Common Council on an individual. basis in the past;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Mayor is hereby authorized
to sign documents associated with planning and development of Ithaca
Center, upon the advice of the City Attorney and Director of Planning
and Development, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That said authorization is granted with the
understanding that no document be signed by the mayor that represents
a departure from project approvals previously passed by this Common
Council and /or Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, `That documents needing Mayoral signature that
represents a departure from project approvals previously passed by this
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Common Council and /or Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency be brought to this
Common Council for approval and authorization for Mayoral signature.
Carried Unanimously
Fast Hill School Development
By Alderman Nichols: Seconded by Alderman Schuler
WHEREAS, the East Hill School Proposal Review Committee has, after
considering four development proposals, recommended Sawtooth Builders
as the conditional preferred developer for the East Hill School, and
WHEREAS, the concerns of the neighborhood, including protecting the
residential quality of East Hill by encouraging low - density development,
residential stability, preserving open space and minimizing the impact
of additional noise and traffic in a congested traffic area, are
addressed by the Sawtooth proposal, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency has accepted the Review
Committee's recommendation and has designated Sawtooth Builders as the
conditional preferred developer of the East Hill School;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council accept the
review committee's recommendation and designate Sawtooth Builders as
the conditional preferred developer of the East Hill School, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City continue to work with the
developer in the allocation of public land on the site, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That since there are a number of unresolved
concerns related to both public open space and the possible uses of
the existing gymnasium building, that further negotiations be under-
taken between Sawtooth Builders, the City and the neighborhood as
represented by the East Hill Civic Association, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the results of those negotiations be
(00", brought before the IURA /CDA and the Common Council for their review
and approval, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That if Sawtooth Builders are unwilling or
unable to complete the project, the City of Ithaca reopen discussions
with William Downing Associates, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Director of Planning and Development
and the City Attorney be authorized and directed to negotiate terms
of sale for the East Hill School with appropriate representatives of
the Board of Education and that such terms be brought before the IURA/
CDA and Common Council at the earliest possible date for their
consideration and action.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
Handicapped Access to City Hall
Alderman Nichols reported that the committee has had a number of
meetings with members of the Handicapped Committee and will meet with
them and representatives from the Department of Public Works on August
14, 1980 at 2:30 p.m. in the Central Fire Station. They have speci-
fications for at least one method which should be acceptable to all,
and is quite inexpensive.
Control of Construction of Radio 'Powers and Other Miscellaneous Tower
Structures in Residential Neighborhoods
Alterman Nichols reporte that the question had been raised that there
could be towers other than radio towers which would be equally obnoxious,
if not more so. The item was sent back for clarification and should be
ready for this month's Planning Board meeting.
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Ithaca Center
By Alderman Nichols: Seconded by Alderman Dennis
WHEREAS, City staff have negotiated new financing terms for land
acquisition and repayment of UDAG loan with the designated developers
of Ithaca Center, and
WHEREAS, said terms will supersede previously approved financing terms,
and are acceptable to City staff, the developers and Citizens Savings
Bank, and
WHEREAS, City staff strongly recommend Common Council approval of re-
vised financing terms, and
WHEREAS, the IURA has approved revised Ithaca Center financing terms
as contained herein;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following terms for land
acquisition and UDAG loan repayment are hereby approved:
UDAG LOAN REPAYMENT
Amount of UDAG: $1.7 million
UDAG Loan: $1.2 million
Terms: Payment during first partial year (1981) waived;
4% interest only for 1982 and 1983, payable
quarterly; starting in 1984, interest and principal
amortized at 8% for 19 years, payable quarterly;
override provisions as follows:
Terms of Payment of Gross Income Override to the City of Ithaca:
a. If net cash income to owners is equal to, or less than 5% of verified
cash equity, no override will be paid to the city.
b. If net cash income to owners is between 5%
equity, an override of 100 of gross income
gross income will be paid to the city.
and 15% of verified ca .
over a base of $1,250,0uO
C. If net cash income to owners is equal to, or greater than 150 of
verified cash equity, an override of 20% of gross income over a
base of $1,250,000 will be paid to the city.
d. The net proceeds of override payments to the city will be paid
until the total return on the city's outstanding $1.7 million UDAG
investment equals 9% per annum.
e. All override payments will be collected by Citizens Savings Bank,
and paid to the city net of any collection costs and within thirty
days of collection.
L'j-", '__- lisition
Cost: $400,000
'Perms: Payment during first partial year (1981) waived;
4% interest only in 1982 and 1983, payable quarter'%r,;
starting in 1984, interest and principal amortize
at 3% for 30 year term; balloon payment of out-
standing balance of $243,619 at the end of the
fifteenth year.
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August 6, 1980
ITHACA CENTER
PUBLIC FINANCING INVOLVEMENT
COMPARISON OF TOTAL RETURN TO CITY OF ITHACA
( May 1980 and July 1980 Terms for UDAG Loan and Land Acquisition)
ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN:
AS PROPOSED JULY 1980
ANNUAL TOTAL RETURN: Minimum Maximum
YEARS AS APPROVED MAY 1980 _
1981 0 0
0
1982 $ 48,000
$ 60,000 $ 60,000
1983 48,000 60,000 60,000
1984 136,400 145,400 173,400
1985 -1991 136 400 /yr 145 400 /yr 173,400/yr
} 1992 -1998 69 400 /yr 145 400 /yr 173,400/yr
is
1999 69,400 368,600 396,600
I' 2000 -2003 69,400
a° /Yr 125,000 153,000 /yr
2004 -2013 69,400/yr
Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Bordoni, Planning & Development Director Van Cort and Developer
Stan Goldberg addressed the Council, explaining the procedures followed
in arriving at this point and expressing appreciation to those persons
who had put a great deal of time and effort on the project.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Criteria for Selection of Scattered Sites for Subsidized Family
Housing -- Document approved by Planning Board and the Director of the
Ithaca Housing Authority with request or Council en orsement
By Alderman Nichols: Secon ed by Al erman Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Common Council approves the use of the following
criteria in determining selection of sites for additional public
housing to be built in the City of Ithaca:
1. Cost and Availability of Land - The land shall be reasonable
enough in price including site preparation considerations such as
clearance of existing structures) that design and construction tech-
niques, open space and reasonable levels of amenities are not short-
changed. Land not currently on the market shall be reasonably obtain-
able at a fair price within development schedules.
2. Zoning /Potential for Rezoning - Land shall_ appropriately
or there shall be reasonable expectation that a change can be made
(e.g. P -1 to surrounding R -3, etc.) to zoning compatible with that
adjacent to the site; sites not zoned residential shall be contiguous
to existing residential zones.
3. Physical Characteristics of the Site and the Access to the Site -
Physical characteristics such as scope o sf— ite, — drainage and —vegetation
shall be amenable to residential use. Residential development, re
development and use shall not unduly affect slope, drainage or unique
or fragile vegetation. Attention to flooding conditions is recommended.
4. Utilities - Utilities shall be present on or adjacent to site and
situat-e-d in a way that site preparation costs are not unduly raised.
S. Site Environment - The surrounding land use shall be compatible
with -1.y Tiousng. high levels of traffic, areas of poor air quality
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and high noise are not appropriate for family dwellings. No site for
family housing shall be considered which is adjacent to a state
highway or a major access route through the city for a state highway.
There should be ease of accessibility by emergency vehicles, like fire
trucks. The site should be evaluated as to its potential for pro-
viding play space for children and adults; play space within the site
is deemed desirable. Similarly, appropriate green space /vegetation
should be possible under allowable density of development.
6. Location in Relation to Services - The following services are
viewed as being of particular concern to location of family housing:
schools (public elementary, middle) and high schools), shopping
(neighborhood grocery shopping, ease of access to major centers /malls),
access to community facilities and public services (community centers,
churches, health services). Such services should be within walking
distance or accessible by public transportation serving the site.
7. Location in Relation to Other Subsidized Housing - It is both the
goal of HUD and the City ot Ithaca to pursue scattered site developments
of relatively small numbers of units per development of family housing.
Sites shall be scattered throughout the city and not concentrated in
only a few neighborhoods. The use of scattered sites is advantageous
in avoiding concentration of lower income families and encouraging
better neighborhood integration.
8. Public Transportation - Public transportation is vital to mobility
within the community by lower income families. In order to reach
places of employment, shopping, community services, etc., public
transportation should not be more than 3 -4 blocks from a housing site.
9. Other Special Factors /Unique Physical Features - Not all factors
and features can be determined at this point, and there may be special
aspects of a particular site which recommend it for family housing.
Care should be taken to examine site proposals for such factors, and
to consider them in the selection process.
These are some suggested criteria for selecting subsidized housing
sites in the City. To be fully effective, a weighing or point system
should be developed for each factor or combination of factors. In such
a way two or more site proposals could be compared and evaluated for
their potential to meet the needs of lower- income families.
A vote on.the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
CONSERVATION ADVISORY COUNCIL:
Alderman Holman reported that on August 13, 1980, at 7:30 p.m., in
the Common Council chambers, there will be a meeting of the civic
association representatives and Environmental Commission members to
discuss alternate -side parking as a policy in the City of Ithaca.
'r1111ANT SERVICES COALITION:
lli,.,;d Priority setting Processes
Alderman reported that in the spring some of the aldermen met
as joint funders ii, i.ngs called by the Human Services Coalition,
to work on United Way :;_Iority- setting processes that might apply to
municipalities. She reported that the Gannett Foundation has awarded
a grant of $4,000 to the Human Services Coalition to continue that
project and they will have something to report very soon that might L,
of use to the city.
School District Report of Building Usage by Other Groups
Alderman Holman reported that the School District Report of Building
Usage by Other Groups has been finished. As soon as the School
District has reviewed it, it will be available for public review. She
commented that the Intergovernmental Relations Committee might want to
look at that document in terms of the Youth Bureau and other
municipalities and other entities and how they work together.
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Gadabout
Alderman Holman referred to the contract with Gadabout approved earlier
in the meeting. She reported that Gadabout is looking at its relation-
ship to the Red Cross, and Chris Buscher, Director of the Human Services
Coalition, is serving on the advisory committee to that body.
American Cities Corporation Market Analysis
Alderman Dennis, representative of the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency,
reported that there are copies available in the Planning office of the
American Cities Corporation Market Analysis of Downtown Ithaca.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Fire Contract with Town ot Ithaca
Alderman Slattery reminde the Council that the Intergovernmental
Relations Committee will meet with the Town of Ithaca in the Council
chambers on Tuesday, August 12, 1980, at 7:30 p :m, to negotiate a 1981
Fire Contract, and invited all interested council members to be present.
Mayor's Salary
By Alderman Nichols: Seconded by Alderman Slattery
.1 RESOLVED, That the Council seriously consider an increase in the Mayor's
salary.
Discussion followed on the floor. Alderman Nichols asked that the
resolution be referred to committee but Alderman Gutenberger reminded
her that the item has already been referred by the Budget and Administra-
tion Committee to the Charter and Ordinance Committee and he doesn't
know what more his committee can do with it.
Alderman Slattery commented that the Budget and Administration Committee
is the appropriate committee to consdder the salary. Alderman Nichols
commented that the duties of the Mayor are already stated in the Charter.
Alderman Slattery commented that his committee would be happy to deal
with the matter and refer it back to the Budget and Administration
Committee if that is what the council would like. He said that it seemed
to him that every time the Charter and Ordinance Committee tries to bring
the matter up, members of the Council want to delay discussion on the
matter.
Alderman Dennis commented that Alderman Slattery had set a timetable
for the summer and that some item other than the salary item was
brought up at the meeting. Alderman Slattery replied that lie had seen
Alderman Dennis at only one of the meetings. He added that he hoped
that all of the Charter and Ordinance Committee members would attend
the committee meeting on August 11, 1980 in the Council Chambers at
7:30 p.m. to discuss the matter.
Aldermen Nichols and Slattery withdrew their resolution.
National Clown, Puppet, I�lime. and Dance Ministry Workshop
Alderman Banfiel- nreminced tN6 council tTiaf they -nere i,►vlted to a
ceremony on Sunday, August 10, 1980 at 3.30 p.m. on the Commons. Mayor
Bordoni informed the council that this was a program put on by Father
Mura who would be bringing quite a few hundred people into the community.
fie said they would be based at Ithaca College, but would be using the
Downtown Commons.
(6000, Commendation of Mayor Bordoni
By Aldermandolman: �ecencle by Alderman Gutenberger
WHEREAS, the production of Bye Bye Birdie was a fine first effort for
the newly formed Ithaca Players Company, and
WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Ithaca, one Raymond Bordoni by name,
contributed inestimably to the cultural life of our community;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca
commends our Mayor for his performance as Mayor of Sweet Apple, Ohio.
Carried Unanimously
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Street Posts in the City
Alderman Saccucci asked the status of the condition of street posts
in the city since he had brought attention of the council to the matter.
Alderman Banfield was requested to bring this matter to the attention
of the Board of Public Works.
Moratorium on Liquor Licenses
Alderman Gutenberger requested a report on the policy of the council it
regard to the moratorium on liquor licenses. Planning & Development
Director Van Cort reported that the matter had been referred to
committee and the committee had not had a quorum to pass a recommenda-
tion.
Resolution
By Al erman Gutenberger: Seconded by Alderman Bo
ronkay
RESOLVED, That the report on a policy concerning the moratorium on
liquor licenses be re- requested for submission to the Council at their
September meeting.
Study Committee to Review Ma or's Salary
Alderman Slattery reported that the Charter F, Ordinance Committee had
decided to poll the Council regarding advising the Mayor to appoint a
study committee for the purpose of reviewing the matter of a strong
Mayor form of government vs. city administrator. He polled the council
on their opinion on the matter to obtain an indication of how the
committee should proceed.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
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