HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-CC-1987-10-07COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 7:30 P.M. October 7, 1987
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Alderpersons (10) - Booth, Cummings, Dennis, Haine, Hoffman
Killeen, Lytel, Peterson, Romanowski,
Schlather (arrived at 9:00 P.M.)
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Attorney - Nash (arrived at 8:00 P.M.)
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Clerk Paolangeli
Director, Planning & Development - Van Cort
Acting Director, Youth Bureau - Wilson
Personnel Administrator - Baker
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Deputy Director, Planning $ Development - Mazzarella
Superintendent of Public Works - Dougherty
Board of Public Works Commissioner - Nichols
Mayoral Candidate - Weiner
1st Ward Candidate - Samuels
LO PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
m to the American flag.
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MINUTES:
Approval of Minutes of September 2, 1987 Meeting
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the September 2, 1987 Common
Council meeting be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Public Hearing - An Ordinance Amending Section 36- Environmental
Quality Review - of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Alderperson Romanowski: Seconded by Alderperson Booth
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider an ordinance
amending Section 36 - Environmental Quality Review of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code be declared open.
Carried Unanimously
Alderperson Booth gave background information on the ordinance.
No person appeared to address the public hearing
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Alderperson Haine: Seconded by Alderperson Peterson
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing to consider an ordinance
amending Section 36 - Environmental Quality Review of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code be declared closed.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA:
Unfinished and Miscellaneous Business
Alderperson Peterson requested the addition of a resolution
to the New York State Department of Transportation regarding
Route 96 -and the Octopus.
No Council member objected.
Alderperson Lytel requested the addition of a resolution
regarding the UAW strike at Cornell University.
No Council member objected.
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Report of Special Committees and Council Liaisons
Alderperson Killeen requested the addition of a brief report
on the New Fire Stations Committee and a report on the Retired
Senior Volunteer Program.
No Council member objected.
Old Business
Alderperson Cummings requested the addition of a resolution
regarding Commendation to Ithaca College for Proposed Additional
Dormitories for Student Housing.
No Council member objected.
DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Planning � Development Committee
Alderperson Cummings requested the deletion of Item 15.6,
Employment Maintenance Recommendations.
No Council member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL:
Handicapped Accessibility of City Buildings
Ceil Blumenstock, 301 South Geneva Street, spoke to the Council
regarding handicapped accessibility of city buildings. She
does not feel that the city buildings are handicapped accessible
and asked who is in charge of making sure buildings are accessible.
Mayor Gutenberger responded that the city has a committee
that has worked very vigorously on the whole issue of handicapped
accessibility in the community and the committee would welcome
the information that Ms. Blumenstock has developed. He asked
that Ms. Blumenstock be in touch with Alderperson Peterson
to talk over her concerns.
Request for Permission to Operate a Pushcart on The Commons
for Winter Season
David, Radin, 56 Lieb Road, Spencer, N.Y., stated to Council that
he was advised by the The Commons Coord., Jean Deming, that if he
wished to apply for a permit to operate a cart on The Commons for
the winter season, he needed to get permission from th,- Council as
the deadline for submitting an application hs passed.
Resolution to Refer to Committee
By Alderperson Booth: Seconded by Alderpersoa Hoffman
RESOLVED, That the request of David Radin for permission
to operate a pushcart on The Commons for the winter months
be referred to the Charter and Ordinance Committee for review
and report back to Council.
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Neighborhood Housing
Ben Curtis, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Ithaca Neighborhood
Housing, commended the Neighborhood Task Force on the excellent
comprehensive plan that they have recently developed after
a lot of hard work to address some of our neighborhood problems.
Neighborhood Housing endorses those proposals; particularly
those proposals affecting affordable housing. Ithaca Neighbor-
hood Housing is particularly concerned that the Council and
the City continue their support for the pursuit of State
and Federal money through the Planning Department and their
support of groups also seeking that type of money. They
endorse the formation of a housing trust fund on a local
level. In addition to that, they are supportive of the
retention and rehabilitation of existing housing stock and
were glad to see the Task Force endorse that. Ithaca Neighborhood
Housing is also very supportive of the review of the existing
zoning laws, with an eye toward developing a more cooperative
stance between developers and neighborhoods so that these zoning
laws can act to promote controlled growth rather than restrain
growth.
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Octopus Problems
Gary Samuels, 426 Court Street, Candidate for 1st Ward Alder -
person, stated to Council that 1st Ward residents are saying
to him that something needs to be done now with the Octopus.
He thinks it is incumbent upon the Council to make a strong
statement and to take all possible steps now. Whatever Common
Council decides he would like to see that the follow -up steps
also take place.
Ithaca Youth Hockey Association
Andrew Sciarabba, representing the Ithaca Youth Hockey
Association, spoke to Common Council regarding a second ice
hockey rink at Cass Park. The Youth Hockey Association in
conjunction with some of the other users in the community
are offering to raise the funds. They will build the facility
and then donate the facility to the City to operate. There
are some conditions for doing this. The basic condition
is that it be a hockey facility. They are not trying to
build something that is more than what they need; they just
want a building housing the rink as well as some seating.
All the other amenities are currently at the Cass Park facility.
They have engaged Holt Architects to help them in the design
�. as well as a Contractor, C.W. Davis of Syracuse, New York,
which is well noted for its work in designing and constructing
hockey facilities. They have received cost estimates of
_ $700,000 from them. The siting where they want to place
CQ the rink is based upon the study done by the City, the Department
Q of Public Works and its rink manager. The drawing that is
on the board shows that the rink will be placed between the
existing facility and the tennis courts away from the pool
area. This siting was felt to be the best because it resulted
in the least amount of disruption to the parking and thru
traffic on the driveway. The rink would have a concrete
floor with the necessary freezing system. It would be energy
efficient. They would want to be able to use it year- around
if the need arises in the summer months. Most certainly
when they are not using it for hockey the, would expect it
to be used for other purposes to generate necessary revenues
to help defray the costs.
Mr. Sciarabba stated that the time is past to study and
discuss the problem. The simplest part is for the Council
to give the go ahead tonight. The hardest part will be for
the Youth Hockey Association to raise the dollars to get it
constructed. The goal is to have the rink ready for the
1988 season. He thanked the Planning and Development Committee
for their support and said he hoped there will be a positive
vote on this matter tonight.
The following persons also spoke in favor of the second hockey
rink at Cass Park:
Richard Carmean, 213 Northview Road West
Larry Hirschfield, 2709 Cherry Lane, Dryden, New York
Bernard Malloy, 833 VanKirk Road, Newfield, New York
David H. Taube, 1111 Hector Street
Ithaca Farmers' Market
Anna Steinkraus, 34S Shaffer Road, Newfield, New York, President
of the Board of the Ithaca Farmers' Market spoke to Council
on behalf of the Board and the entire membership. She explained
to Council why the Board of the Ithaca Farmers' Market made
the decision to pursue the Taughannock Boulevard site and
the things that the market is trying to do to improve the
situation at Taughannock Boulevard. There were a lot of
factors involved in the decision not to pursue Northside;
one of which is the continuing question of the potential
odor problem. There is a lot of public pressure to stay
at the Taughannock Boulevard site. The Farmers' Market
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acknowledges the problems with the Taughannock Boulevard
site but they feel that they are making improvements in dealing
with the problems.
The market has in the past talked with various merchants
and will continue to do so. The Planning Board urged a meeting
between Farmers' Market representatives and the West End
merchants. They are waiting to hear a date for such a meeting.
George Sheldon, 1511 Ridge Road, Lansing, New York, spoke
to Council regarding the Farmers' Market and presented to
Alderpersons copies of a synopsis of responses to the location
question for the Farmers' Market.
James Cummins, 341 Shaffer Road, Newfield, New York, stated
to Council that with the Centennial year approaching it would
be appropriate that Council, the city at large and the Planning
Board work toward establishing the Farmers' Market at the
Taughannock Boulevard site.
Housing Recommendations
Paul Sayvetz, 201 Elm Street, spoke to Council on the matter
of housing recommendations on tonight's agenda under the Planning
and Development Committee. He feels that number 7 - Develop
Performance Standards to Regulate Building and Ground Maintenance
and number 8 - Develop New Procedures for the Enforcement
of Maintenance Standards of these recommendations are unfair
to low - income residents of the City of Ithaca.
Route 96
Dr. Reu en Weiner, 1021 Hector Street, spoke to Council as
a resident of the First Ward, regarding Route 96. He stated
that the best solution for the welfare of.this community
is what the people of the First Ward and throughout the City
obviously want. In a 65 to 80.percent randomized sampling
of a significant number in the First Ward and throughout
the City by the Coalition for Improved Roads it shows that
the plan of an overpass westward from Esty or Cascadilla
and Route 13 is the best solution.
REPORT OF CITY BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
Board of Public Works Meeting on Farmers' Market
Commissioner Nichols reported that the Board of Public Works
is considering the question of a permit for next year. The
BPW will be trying to work out the specifics in connection
with improving the circumstances there and to reach an agreement
fairly soon.
Parking Problems
Commissioner Nichols reported that the Board of Public Works
has been working on the question of parking in general. They
have met with the Downtown Ithaca Business Association, the
Commons Advisory Board, and members of staff. They are looking
at the issue of the need for more parking downtown, the issue
of more appropriate use of the ramps, permits, on- street
parking rates and enforcement as an overall issue.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
SearcE Committee for Youth Bureau Director
Mayor Gutenberger stated that due to the retirement of Robert
C. Cutia, Youth Bureau Director, there needs to be a Search
Committee selected for the process of finding a new Director
of the Youth Bureau. Three people from Common Council, three
people from the Youth Bureau Advisory Board, and a seventh
person knowledgeable in the area, not connected with City
Hall will be on the interviewing committee. He asked for
volunteers from Council to serve on the interviewing committee.
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Alderpersons Booth, Cummings and Lytel volunteered to serve
on the Search Committee for the Director of the Youth Bureau.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT
Wilcox Press
Alderperson Cummings stated that the report seems to indicate
that there has been an isolation of the offending decibels
and the sense seems to be that the decibels are not actually
above, in most instances, that permitted by ordinance. It
appears that two components have been isolated as special
irritants. She asked City Attorney Nash if this information
is something that Wilcox Press will use to correct the situation.
City Attorney Nash responded that he has talked with a represen-
tative of Wilcox Press and he is sending them a copy of the
report and he hopes that they will follow up on that.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
Cass Park Second Skating Rink
By Alderperson Cummings: Seconded by Alderperson Haine
WHEREAS, there is insufficient ice time for the many groups
and individuals who wish to use the Cass Park Skating Rink,
and
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= WHEREAS, many of the city's established clubs and organizations
are forced to travel out of town for both practice and
a competition, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association beginning-in
1984 has worked with the city toward finding a way to expand
the city's ice skating facilities, and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association has proposed
to launch a capital fund drive the intent of which is to
raise adequate funds to cover.the cost of construction of
a second skating rink; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca hereby accept in concept
the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association's proposal and more
specifically that the city agrees that if the Hockey Association
does raise all capital for construction (including equipping,
furnishing and landscaping) of a second rink, the city will
accept such rink and operate it, assuming all costs and revenues
of such operation with the intent that operating income will
equal expenses, provided that the same is authorized by law,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the agreement between the City of Ithaca and
the Ithaca Youth Hockey Association be structured in concept
to be in conformance with the list of primary issues set
forth in Andrews Sciarabba's letter of September 14, 1987
and attachment, provided that the same is authorized by law.
Alderperson Cummings gave background information on this
resolution.
Alderperson Booth questioned if it is wise in the long term
view to conceptually say that the city will accept a rink
that will be used predominently for one purpose. He questions
if the city would be limiting the necessary ability of the
(awl Youth Bureau and the Department of Public Works to make choices
down the road about how city facilities are utilized.
Alderperson Cummings stated that her understanding is that
indeed hockey would be the first priority use scheduled in
that facility.
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Andrew Sciarabba responded that what the hockey association
envisions is that the association will raise the money to
build a rink and donate the facilities to the city. The
city will operate the rink as it currently operates the other
facility. The point about an advisory committee was that
if the association designates the new rink as being a hockey
rink as opposed to being an ice skating facility that would
free up the other rink at Cass Park for the other groups
of the community wanting it for non- hockey purposes. Therefore
by having one rink designated for hockey it should serve
all the needs of the hockey community. We know what our
ice times are going to be and what the uses are going to
be. Ice time not used by the hockey community could be avail-
able for other uses. The association is not saying the rink
would be used exclusively for hockey but certainly would
like to be able to interact at the beginning of the season
to get their time scheduled first. Whatever else is available
certainly would be open to the community and would be charged
for to help reduce the costs for everyone.
Alderperson Hoffman stated that a second rink could have
significant financial implications for the city. He asked
if the rink would be self supporting or if the city will
end up having to put an additional line in the budget for
this.
Planning Director Van Cort responded to financial questions
and operating expenses. A second rink should be a break -even
operation. He has a file of financial information in his
office if anyone wishes to review it and John Doyle also
has all the information.
Alderperson Schlather asked Mr. Sciarabba questions regarding
construction of the facility.
Mr. Sciarabba responded by reading what the contractor has
included for $700,000.
Further discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Schlather asked that the Primary Issues (attached
to Andrew Sciarabba's letter to Alderperson Cummings, dated
September 14, 1987) be amended to read as follows:
PRIMARY ISSUES
- City of Ithaca will provide land adjacent to the Cass Park
rink and will accept the facility which will be used pre-
dominately for hockey. All future operating revenues and
costs will be the responsibility of the city.
- The hockey community will raise all funds needed for the
design and construction (including equipping, furnishing,
and landscaping) of the facility. The city agrees to cooperate
to apply for any matching federal and state funds. No
counstruction will occur until the city is satisfied that
all funds have been procured.
- City will agree to establish an advisory committee whose
function shall be to have input into policies and discussions
affecting the rink operation. Some of these concerns might
be setting of ice rental rates, selling of advertising
space in the rink or on the dasher boards, summer ice programs,
etc.
- City agrees to charge fees for usage for non- hockey purposes.
- City agrees that the construction of the second hockey
rink will not preclude continued use for the first rink
for hockey purposes.
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A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Recess
Common Council recessed at 9:25 p.m. and reconvened in regular
session at 9:50 p.m.
Northside Rezoning
Alderperson Cummings stated that at the next Council meeting
the Planning $ Development Committee anticipates bringing
in a resolution calling for a public hearing for rezoning
of the Northside triangle.
Housing Recommendations
Alderperson Cummings summarized the recommended actions of
the Strategic Housing and Neighborhoods Plan and answered
questions from Council members.
Alderperson Hoffman asked that rent stabilization continue
to be investigated.
Mayor Gutenberger asked that the Planning & Development Committee,
LO at next month's Council meeting, have a specific recommendation
LO on how that issue will be addressed.
Co Further discussion followed on the floor.
Q Alderperson Cummings commended the
p g press and particularly
Mark Schultz for the attention that they have given the housing
and neighborhood issues over the years.
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency and its Executive
Director be are are hereby authorized to solicit proposals
for sale of the Annex, and be it further
RESOLVED, That such proposals be evaluated on the proposed
reuse of the structure, the appropriateness of any planned
alterations of the exterior of the structure and the purchase
price, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency is hereby
directed to recommend to Common Council as to its selection
of purchaser for the Council's review and action.
Alderperson Cummings stated that the recommendation of the
Urban Renewal Agency as the agency in charge of this disposition
is something which has been carefully thought out with legal
advice. It is imperative that we have the discretion to
be able to properly allocate such a city resource, that it
is used for long -range goals to benefit the city.
Alderperson Cummings also suggested that the proceeds from
the sale of the building be set aside as the city's first
contribution to the Housing Trust Fund.
City Hall
Annex Disposition
By Alderperson Cummings: Seconded
by
Alderperson Dennis
WHEREAS,
the City Hall Annex
at the corner
of Cayuga and
Green Street
has been vacant
for some
time, and
WHEREAS,
the Common Council
its fair
has caused
to be prepared an
appraisal
of market
value; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED,
That the Common Council
does
hereby declare the
Annex to
be surplus, and be
it further
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency and its Executive
Director be are are hereby authorized to solicit proposals
for sale of the Annex, and be it further
RESOLVED, That such proposals be evaluated on the proposed
reuse of the structure, the appropriateness of any planned
alterations of the exterior of the structure and the purchase
price, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency is hereby
directed to recommend to Common Council as to its selection
of purchaser for the Council's review and action.
Alderperson Cummings stated that the recommendation of the
Urban Renewal Agency as the agency in charge of this disposition
is something which has been carefully thought out with legal
advice. It is imperative that we have the discretion to
be able to properly allocate such a city resource, that it
is used for long -range goals to benefit the city.
Alderperson Cummings also suggested that the proceeds from
the sale of the building be set aside as the city's first
contribution to the Housing Trust Fund.
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Mayor Gutenberger and Alderperson Schlather asked that this
not be made a part of the resolution as there will be ample
opportunity to address where the proceeds will go once the
property is disposed of.
Alderperson Hoffman asked that the property be evaluated
as a place for affordable housing.
Planning Director Van Cort explained that it would be far
better to take the proceeds from sale of the building and
give it to an agency who knows how to do affordable and low
income housing. He suggested that the capital from the dis-
position of this building could be turned over to the Ithaca
Neighborhood Housing Services which has a proven record of
doing this type of thing.
Alderperson Schlather clarified for the record that the Council
is simply delegating to the IURA the responsibility for reviewing
and recommending but the final decision will be the Councils.
Further discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Gutenberger stated that he has received the appraisal
on #S's Fire Station. He asked council if they wanted to
include that in the resolution so they can be dealing with
those two pieces of property in the same manner. Council
agreed to make #S's Fire Station a part of the resolution.
pvwgw���een: Seconded by Alderperson Cummings
RESOLVED, That the resolution read as follows:
WHEREAS, The City Hall Annex at the corner of Cayuga and
Green Street and #S's Fire Station on East State Street have
been vacant for some time, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council has caused to be prepared an
appraisal of its fair market value; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby declare the
Annex and #S's Fire Station to be surplus, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency and its Executive.
Director be and are hereby authorized to solicit proposals
for sale of the Annex and #S's Fire Station, and be it further
RESOLVED, That such proposals be evaluated on the proposed
reuse of the structure, the appropriateness of any planned
alterations of the exteriors of the structure and the purchase
price, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency is hereby
directed to recommend to Common Council as to its selection
of purchaser for the Council's review and action.
Carried Unanimously
CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE:
An Ordinance Amending Section 36 - Environmental Quality
Review -of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Romanowski
ORDINANCE NO. 87-
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 36 - ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
REVIEW -OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the
City of Ithaca, New York as follows:
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Section 1. Amending Section 36.2 of Chapter 36 of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code.
That Subdivision A, Section 36.2 be amended to read as
follows:
A. Unless the context shall otherwise require or unless
otherwise provided in this Section, the terms, phrases, words
and their derivatives used in this ordinance shall have the
same meaning as those defined in Section 8 - 0105 of the
Environmental Conservation Law and Part 617 of Title 6 of
(6000� the New York Code of Rules and Regulations (NYCRR).
Section 2. Amending Section 36.2 of Chapter 36 of the
City of Ithaca Municipal Code.
That paragraph 15, subdivision A, Section 36.2 be amended
to read as follows:
15. Ministerial action: an action performed upon a given
statement of facts in a prescribed manner imposed by
law without the exercise of any judgment or discretion
as to the propriety of the action, such as the grant
LO of a driver's license, although such law may require,
in some degree, a construction of its language or intent.
Provided that, "ministerial action" shall not include
M the issuance of any building permit or any other permit
Q or approval that allows any land alteration, new construction,
or significant expansion of any existing structure or
facility for any project occurring wholly or partially
within or substantially contiguous to any critical area listed
in Subparagraph[, Paragraph 1, Subdivision B of Section
•36.5 of this Chapter.
Section 3. Amending Section 36.5 of said Chapter
That Part iii, Subparagraph I, Paragraph 1, Subdivision
B of Section 36.5 be amended to read as follows:
(iii) Fall Creek (including its associated gorge and rim
area between the outlet of Beebe Lake and Lake Street),
Six Mile Creek (including its associated gorge and
rim area between the southern boundary of the City
and Aurora Street), Cascadilla Creek (including its
associated gorge and rimnbetwee'n'TCampus Road and Linn
Street), Silver Creek (also known as Cliff Park Brook),
and the Cayuga Inlet, along their courses within City
boundaries.
Section 4. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance
with law upon publication of a notice as provided in Section
3.11 (B) of the Ithaca City Charter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
(600,,� An Ordinance Amending Section 26 Entitled "Building Code
Enforcement" of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Romanowski
ORDINANCE NO. 87 -
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26 ENTITLED "BUILDING CODE
ENFORCEMENT" OF THE CITY OF ITHACA MUNICIPAL CODE.
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BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the
City of Ithaca, New York as follows:
Section 1. That Section 26.38 Subdivision G of the Ithaca
Municipal Code entitled "Demolishing Buildings" is hereby
repealed and a new Subdivision G is hereby added which shall
read as follows:
G. Notwithstanding the penalties provided in Section
26.100 of this Chapter, any person who shall demolish a building
or structure without a permit issued pursuant to this Section
or who shall otherwise knowingly violate any of the provisions
relating to demolishing buildings herein or violate a lawful
order, notice, directive, or permit of the Building Commissioner
relating to demolishing buildings shall be punishable by
a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more
than fifteen hundred dollars ($1500.00) for each such violation
or by imprisonment not to exceed thirty days or both.
Section 2. Effective Date
This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in
accordance with law upon publication of a notice as provided
in Section 3.11 (B) of the Ithaca City Charter.
Alderperson Schlather gave background information on the
ordinance. He explained to Council that it was the intent
of the committee to impose the highest maximum fine allowable
by law. The Asst. City Attorney was not sure at the time
what that number was but has since researched it further
and the only limitation is that the number cannot go so high
as to be arbitrary. Therefore, Alderperson Schlather asked
the resolution be changed from $1500.00 to $5000.00.
Amending Resolution
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Haine
RESOLVED, That the figure of fifteen hundred dollars be changed
to five thousand dollars for each such violation.
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the Main Motion as amended resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
ACC Administrative Request for Proposals
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Dennis
WHEREAS, ACC has requested an Administrative Hearing pursuant
to the Cable Commission Act of 1984, and
WHEREAS, it appears that the most efficient and fair way
of conducting such hearing is by use of a Hearing Officer
who shall conduct such hearings and recommend to Common Council
certain findings of fact at the conclusion thereof, and
WHEREAS, it is essential to due process of law that said
hearings be conducted fairly and within the constraints and
guarantees of procedural due process; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That this Common Council does direct the City Attorney
to prepare a request for proposals by prospective Hearing
Officers which shall include the following minimum terms:
The Hearing Officer shall be an attorney duly licensed
to practice law in New York State;
the relationship between the Hearing Officer and the
City of Ithaca shall be contractual;
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the Hearing Officer shall conduct the proceedings in
accordance with procedures as prepared by the City Attorney,
consistent with due process of law;
the Hearing Officer shall make a stenographic record
of all hearings;
at the conclusion of the hearings, the Hearing Officer
shall recommend to Common Council his /her proposed findings
of fact;
the hearings shall be completed and recommendations made
no later than December 10, 1987,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That upon receipt of any proposals in response
to this request therefor, the City Attorney shall make
recommendations in connection therewith to the Budget and
Administration Committee for review by that committee at
its October committee meeting.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the type of hearing
that should be held. Alderperson Schlather explained the
different procedures that could be used and the timing involved
with regards to those hearings.
m Amending Resolution
Q By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Dennis
RESOLVED, That the first resolved read as follows: "RESOLVED,
That this Common Council does direct the City Attorney to
select prospective Hearing Officers who shall operate in
accordance with the following minimum terms: ", and that the
second resolved be amended to read as follows:
"RESOLVED, That the City Attorney shall make these recommendations
to the Cable Neogtiating Committee for review by that committee
in selection of a Hearing Officer."
That a final RESOLVED be added to read as follows:
"RESOLVED, That an amount not to exceed $5000.00 be transferred
from Contingency Account to the City Attorney's Contractual
Services Account to hire a Hearing Officer."
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the Main Motion as Amended resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Parking Fines Report
Alderperson Schlather reported that the Charter and Ordinance
Committee is recommending that the City raise the fines from
$2.00 to $3.00. There is a dissent on that. There was some
discussion at $5.00. They recommend $3.00 and intend to
come to Council at the November meeting with a resolution.
Hot Dog Cart Application Report
Alderperson Schlather stated that the Charter and Ordinance
Committee has referred this matter back to the Commons Advisory
Board with a request that they consider the quesitons of
numbers of carts owned; whether or not smoke generating and
odor generating functions can be used and whether or not
tables should be permitted to be set up next to carts. The
CAB is looking at it. They are not too optomistic on the
odor generating and the table aspects but they are looking
at all the issues. They will be recommending some changes
to Council.
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Request for Acceptance of Late Application to Operate Push
Cart on The Commons for Winter Season
Alderperson Schlather stated that Common Council has the
authority to accept late applications for carts on The Commons.
Resolution
By Alderperson Booth: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the Common Council accepts the late filing
of the application of David Radin to operate a pushcart on
The Commons for the winter season.
Alderperson Schlather clarified that Common Council is not
granting the permit. That is the Commons Advisory Board's
responsibility. Common Council is only accepting the late
filing of the application.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
Ithaca Housing Authority Comparability
By Al erperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
WHEREAS, according to Article 3, Section 32 (1), of the New
York State Public Housing Law, it is necessary for the local
legislative body to approve the compensation of personnel
in the local Housing Authority, as fixed by the local Housing
Authority, and
WHEREAS, this Common Council has received a resolution from
the Ithaca Housing Authority establishing positions, compar-
ability, salary range and salaries for its personnel; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this
Common Council approves
the following
positions, comparability,
salary range and
salaries, as
adopted by the Ithaca
Housing Authority for
its fiscal year
October 1, 1987 to
September 30, 1988.
Salary
Position
Comparability
Range
Salary
Executive Director
Director of Planning
$35,243 -
$42,284
� Development /
52,169
Controller
Assistant Director
Deputy Director Plan-
$31,324 -
$30,200
ning & Development
38,111
Principal Account
City of Ithaca
$13,554 -
$20,559
Clerk
C.S.E.A.
19,292
Administrative
City of Ithaca
$12,427 -
$16,017
Secretary
C.S.E.A.
17,687
Site Manager
Planner III
$15,582 -
$18,685
22,178
Account Clerk/
City of Ithaca
$ 9,485 -
$11,527
Typist
C.S.E.A.
13,500
Account Clerk/
City of Ithaca
$ 9,485 -
$ 9,485
Typist
C.S.E.A.
13,500
Stock Manager
City of Ithaca
$15,654 -
$17,038
C.S.E.A.
22,280
Supervisor of
School District
$19,212 -
$22,208
Maintenance
C.S.E.A.
26,480
Building Mainten-
School District
$15,827 -
$19,856
ance Mechanic
C.S.E.A.
23,375
Building Mainten-
School District
$15,827 -
$18,648
ance Mechanic
C.S.E.A.
23,375
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Audit
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the bills presented, as listed on Audit Abstract
#18/1987, in the total amount of $35,336.66 be approved for
payment.
Carried Unanimously
Personnel Associate
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the 1987 Authorized Personnel Roster for the
Personnel Department be amended to include the addition of
a Personnel Associate position, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the salary for this position be established
at $22,387 for the year 1987, that being Step 8 on the 1987
Compensation Plan for employees not covered by a union.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Dennis stated that a person will be hired in
this position almost immediately and a job description was
put out and it was re -done by Civil Service and approved.
Personnel Administrator Baker answered questions from the
Council.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (9) - Romanowski, Lytel, Cummings, Haine, Dennis,
Booth, Killeen, Hoffman, Peterson
Nay (1) - Schlather
Carried
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Salary
Position
Comparability
Range
Salary
Building Mainten-
School District
$15,827 -
$15,692
ance Mechanic
C.S.E.A.
23,375
Maintenance Worker
City of Ithaca
$ 5.11 -
$ 6.48 Hr.
C.S.E.A.
5.97 Hr.
Maintenance Worker
City of Ithaca
$ 5.11 -
$ 5.96 Hr.
C.S.E.A.
5.97 Hr.
Maintenance Worker
City of Ithaca
$ 5.11 -
$ 5.83 Hr.
C.S.E.A.
5.97 Hr.
Laborer
City of Ithaca
$ 4.75 -
$ 5.36 Hr.
C.S.E.A.
5.56 Hr.
Laborer
City of Ithaca
$ 4.75 -
$ 5.36 Hr.
C.S.E.A.
S.S6 Hr.
1 Summer Camp
City of Ithaca
$ 7.00 Hr.
$ 2,450
Director
(Seasonal)
2 Assistant
City of Ithaca
$ 5.00 Hr.
$ 3,500
Director
(Seasonal)
3 Counselors
City of Ithaca
$ 4.00 Hr.
$ 4,200
L.0
(Seasonal)
Section 8 Admin-
Planner III
$iS,S82 -
$19,146
m
istrator
22,178
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Part -time Tenant
City of Ithaca
$ 8,379 -
$ 3,200
Relations Clerk
C.S.E.A.
11,926
Senior Account
City of Ithaca
$10,433 -
$12,907
Clerk
C.S.E.A.
14,849
Carried
Unaimously
Budget Approriation Transfers
By Alderperson Dennis:
Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the City
Controller be empowered to make
transfers
within the 1987 Budget
Appropriations as
may be needed,
in
accordance with Section
2.24 of the City
Charter.
Carried Unanimously
Audit
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the bills presented, as listed on Audit Abstract
#18/1987, in the total amount of $35,336.66 be approved for
payment.
Carried Unanimously
Personnel Associate
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the 1987 Authorized Personnel Roster for the
Personnel Department be amended to include the addition of
a Personnel Associate position, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the salary for this position be established
at $22,387 for the year 1987, that being Step 8 on the 1987
Compensation Plan for employees not covered by a union.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Dennis stated that a person will be hired in
this position almost immediately and a job description was
put out and it was re -done by Civil Service and approved.
Personnel Administrator Baker answered questions from the
Council.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (9) - Romanowski, Lytel, Cummings, Haine, Dennis,
Booth, Killeen, Hoffman, Peterson
Nay (1) - Schlather
Carried
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Planning Department Authorized Equipment List
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Cummings
RESOLVED, That the 1987 Authorized Equipment List of the
Planning Department be amended to include the purchase of
one secretarial work station, at a cost not to exceed $3,899.00,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That an amount not to exceed $3,899.00 be transferred
within the accounts of the Planning Department from A8020 -435,
Contractual Services, to A8020 -210, Office Equipment.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Rice Associates Contract
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Cummings
RESOLVED, That an amount not to exceed $4,500 be transferred
from Account 1990, Contingency, to Planning Department Account
A8020 -435, Contractual Services, to provide additional funding
for services being provided by Rice Associates on franchise
negotiations.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Recycling Incentive Program
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Schlather
RESOVLED, That there is herewith created for all City residents
the "Recycling Incentive Program ", with the following rules:
1. Participation is limited to users of the City of
Ithaca which use municipal refuse collection services.
2. On each municipal refuse collection day, the Sanitation
Supervisor shall randomly select a user from those
users to be serviced that day for inspection of its
curbside recyclable materials and possible certification
as a "winner ".
3. The Sanitation Supervisor, or his designee, shall
inspect the curbside recyclable materials of the
selected user. If the curbside recyclable materials
are properly separated, as required by the Ithaca
City Recycling Ordinance, then the selected user
shall be certified as a "winner ". The City may publicly
announce names of winners. If the curbside recyclable
materials are not properly separated, then the selected
user shall not be a "winner" and shall be so notified,
in writing, by the Sanitation Supervisor. The City
shall not announce the name of any person who fails
to win this cash prize.
4. A "winner" shall be awarded a cash prize of $25.00,
plus any accumulated prize money from previous day(s)
which had not been awarded because of non- compliance.
S. The "Recycling Incentive Program shall begin on
Monday, October 12, 1987, and end on Friday June
3, 1988.
6. The City of Ithaca reserves the absolute right to
modify thses rules at any time for any reason, including
any need to comply with applicable law.
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Amending Resolution
By Alderperson Booth: Seconded by Alderperson Hoffman
RESOLVED, That the following be added to #4: "That no user
may win the cash prize more than once."
Ayes (1) - Booth
Nays (9) - Dennis, Haine, Hoffman, Peterson, Romanowski,
Killeen, Schlather, Cummings, Lytel
Motion Defeated
Amending Resol
By Alderperson
RESOLVED, That
of the City of
Ayes (2) -
Nays (8) -
ation
Lytel: Seconded by Alderperson Romanowski
the following be added to #4: " That employees
Ithaca are not eligible to win this prize."
Lytel, Romanowski
Schlather, Dennis, Cummings, Haine, Hoffman,
Booth, Killeen, Booth
Motion Defeated
Main Motion
A vote on the Main Motion resulted as follows:
LoIq Ayes (8) - Schlather, Lytel, Hoffman, Cummings, Haine,
Dennis, Booth, Killeen
Nays (2) - Peterson, Romanowski
m Carried
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Youth Services
By Alderperson Dennis: Seconded by Alderperson Schlather
RESOLVED, That in lieu of a Youth Services Contract with
outside municipalities, the policy of the Ithaca Youth Bureau
for participation by non -city residents shall be as follows:
1. Fees shall be based on total program costs and /or
market conditions for similar activities in other
local or regional entities.
2. Those programs wherein the collection of fees are
either not permissible, or not practicable, shall
no longer be extended to non -City residents.
and be it further
RESOLVED, That all municipalities in which current Youth
Bureau participants reside be advised accordingly. Additionally,
all such municipalities are hereby invited to participate
by contract, at their proportionate share of the total Youth
Bureau budget based on their percentage of participation
in Youth Bureau programs, as determined by the City; the
residents of any such municipalities so participating by
contract shall be treated the same as City residents for
purposes of participation in Youth Bureau programs and
payment of fees.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Schlather stated that the City has for too long
provided not just for city residents, but in fact, for the
overwhelming majority of youth in the county. Only about
one -third of the users of the Youth Bureau are City residents
and we are not getting anywhere the proportionate share from
the non -city municipalities. In reply to Mr. Desch's letter,
Alderperson Schlather stated that the City has many times
alerted the Town of this situation.
Alderperson Booth expressed concern about the short term
impacts on a department that has lots of people working in
it.
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Alderperson Schlather stated that these issues would be addressed
during the budget hearings.
Mayor Gutenberger stated that the City tried to extend the
negotiating time and we were rebuffed very quickly since
there seems to be no interest on the part of the Town to
participate. The City has to make some decisions if there
is going to be a drastic impact on our employees or partici-
pation or income. What we are really saying is that on the
first of January, that in the absence of any other agreement
non -city participants will have to pay a lot more money.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Booth moved to table the resolution. There was
no second.
Mayor Gutenberger asked if, in fact, the Youth Bureau Board
had not had a chance to discuss this resolution he would
hope that the Council would hold off on a vote until the
Youth Bureau Board had a chance to look at it.
Further discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (9) - Dennis, Haine, Hoffman, Lytel, Cummings,
Peterson, Killeen, Romanowski, Schlather
Nay (1) - Booth
Carried
Collegetown Tax Benefit District
Planning and Development Deputy Director Mazzarella spoke
to Common Council regarding special tax benefit district
assessments in Collegetown. It is his understanding that
the city can assess Cornell University for a share of a portion
of developing the parking garage as we intend. If the Common
Council is in agreement with the basic concept that has been
put forward, then we would proceed to the next step, which
is to have the Board of Public Works call for a public hearing
on this proposal, hear comments from the public, especially
those people that are in the affected area, and if they choose,
make amendments to the proposal, then send it back to Common
Council for final approval. He would like to see Council
move quickly on this matter so that the program can be in
place in time for these assessments to be mailed out with
the tax bills in January 1988. Even though the bills would
be mailed out in January they would not have to pay this
assessment until June 1988.
Deputy Director Mazzarella answered questions from Council
members.
Alderperson Schlather suggested that the City move forward
with this proposal and if it becomes unmanageable•we could
delay it at that point.
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE:
Human Services Plan
By Alderperson Peterson: Seconded by Alderperson Booth
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has, in the past, funded private,
not- for - profit agencies that provide services for certain
human needs of residents of the City of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, this funding was drawn from Federal Revenue Sharing
funds which have now been discontinued, and
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WHEREAS, the City does not have a Human /Social Services/
Health Department to provide for these needs other than youth
services, and
WHEREAS, the City wishes to continue to fund these services
providing that they have met the City's review criteria and
the Human Services Coalition process and provide a service
as identified under the City of Ithaca Human Services Plan;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the following areas of human services are
identified as crucial to the provision of a good quality
of life for all Ithacans, and that the City may meet the
need for these services through contracts with specific
agencies.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Clinton Hall - Handicapped Accessibility
By Alderperson Peterson: Seconded by Alderperson Booth
WHEREAS, Clinton Hall has received government funding, and
WHEREAS, handicapped accessibility is mandatory for projects
receiving such funds, and
WHEREAS, Clinton Hall has not yet been made completely and
satisfactorily accessible; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
in conjunction with the Building Commissioner, ensure that
this building be made immediately and fully handicapped
accessible through all appropriate means.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Peterson referred to a letter from owner of Clinton
Hall, Joseph Ciaschi, regarding making Clinton Hall handicapped
accessible.
Building Commissoner Hoard and Executive Director of Community
Development, Goldwyn, answered questions from Council members.
booe Further discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
HUMAN SERVICES PLAN — 1988
1.
Emergency food, clothing, supplies
2.
Temporary shelter
3.
Child care
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4.
Skills development
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5.
Transportation - seniors, disabled
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6.
Housing assistance for low -mod income
7.
Assistance to low income for basic needs
8.
Youth services
9.
Senior citizens services
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Clinton Hall - Handicapped Accessibility
By Alderperson Peterson: Seconded by Alderperson Booth
WHEREAS, Clinton Hall has received government funding, and
WHEREAS, handicapped accessibility is mandatory for projects
receiving such funds, and
WHEREAS, Clinton Hall has not yet been made completely and
satisfactorily accessible; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca,
in conjunction with the Building Commissioner, ensure that
this building be made immediately and fully handicapped
accessible through all appropriate means.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Peterson referred to a letter from owner of Clinton
Hall, Joseph Ciaschi, regarding making Clinton Hall handicapped
accessible.
Building Commissoner Hoard and Executive Director of Community
Development, Goldwyn, answered questions from Council members.
booe Further discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
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New Position for Labor Community
Al erperson Peterson reported that the Human Services Committee
agreed that the position is well. worth considering and to
move forward with it during the budget process at which time
it would be discussed.
Police Recommendations
Alderperson Peterson stated that the report on Police Recommenda-
tions should be available in November for Common Council.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES AND COUNCIL LIAISONS:
New Fire Stations Committee
Alderperson Killeen stated that a report was given to the
New Fire Stations Committee by Architect Egner. It was presented
to the Budget and Administration Committee last Thursday
night. The price tag is about twice as much as the figures
that were discussed. The Budget Committee encouraged City
Engineer Gray to see what he could come up with in terms
of paring down those figures. He is in the process of doing
that now. The Trustees of Ithaca College did look at the
figures and delegated a final review to President Whelan. There
is still support and interest there. Likewise, the Town
of Ithaca, at their budget presentation were somewhat shocked
at these budget figures but again they have faith that the
figures can be pared down.
RSVP
Alderperson Killeen reported that RSVP had their eleventh
recognition dinner with 300 volunteers who contribute a valuable
service to the community.
UNFINISHED AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
Resolution to New York State Department of Transportation
- Route 96
By Alderperson Peterson: Seconded by Alderperson Cummings
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has learned that the New York
State Department of Transportation Draft Environmental Impact
Statment for the Route 96 /Octopus project will not be ready
until early 1988, and
WHEREAS, this additional delay has caused much frustration
for citizens and City, Town and County officials alike, and
WHEREAS, the City, Town and County, in good faith, had funded
additional studies to coincide with an expected early summer
presentation of the DEIS, and.
WHEREAS, the study was completed and the City informed residents
that the DEIS was forthcoming; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of Ithaca insists
that the DEIS be no further delayed and that the Mayor send
a copy of this resolution forthwith to the New York State
Department of Transportation.
Carried Unanimously
Bikeway Eminent Domain Issue - Cayuga Inlet
Alderperson Hoffman reminded Council that a decision has
to be made regarding the emiment domain issue for the bikeway
project. He suggested that Council members go down there
and look at the site.
Employment Maintenance Recommendations
Alderperson Dennis stated that the Employment Maintenance
Recommendations have been sent to the Budget and Administration
Committee. The committee would like more discussion from
the Mayor on the three proposals.
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Mayor Gutenberger stated, for the record, that TCAD has endorsed
the first and third of those recommendations and that the
position is in his 1988 budget request. He further stated
that he will attend the next B&A meeting for further discussion.
NEW BUSINESS:
UAW Stike Against Cornell University
By Alderperson Lytel: Seconded by Alderperson Hoffman
WHEREAS, the United Auto Workers Local 2300 has gone on strike
against Cornell University, and
WHEREAS, Local 2300 is the largest collective bargaining
unit in Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, the UAW is taking a stand on behalf of workers on
the lowest end of the local wage scale, and
WHEREAS, the ability of the union to prevail in this dispute
is dependent in large measure on their ability to remain
on strike until the university shows some movement on its
most recent wage offer, and
WHEREAS, a key obstacle to faculty support for the strike
Lo is the ability to continue to hold classes in off- campus
facilities, and
M WHEREAS, the City has the ability to contribute to the solution
Q of this problem; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca encourages both parties
to continue to negotiate in good faith, and be it further
RESOLVED, That if the strike is still unsettled one week
from today (Wednesday October 14th) the Common Council Chambers
be be offered as an alternative location for classes on a
space - available basis and that this Common Council encourages
theater - owners and owners of other large downtown public
facilities to do likewise, and be it further
RESOLVED, That, if possible, Ithaca Transit is hereby authorized
and directed to institute bus service along a local loop
linking the Cornell campus with City Hall and other alternative
classroom locations, and that the cost of this service be
met by standard farebox revenues, and be it further
RESOLVED, That, if possible, this special bus service remain
in effect until the strike is settled.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amending Resolution
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Cummings
RESOLVED, That the third and fourth Resolved paragraphs be
deleted from the resolution.
Further discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the amending resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (3) - Schlather, Romanowski, Cummings
Nays (6) - Dennis, Lytel, Booth, Killeen, Hoffman, Peterson
Abstention (1) - Haine
Motion Defeated
Alderperson Schlather stated for the record that he cannot
support this resolution with the last two Resolved paragraphs
included. He is voting against the resolution not because he
is against supporting the strike but because he honestly
thinks we are creating a logistical nightmare that we cannot
address within the week.
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Alderperson Romanowski stated for the record that he is not
going to support the resolution. He is a union person, a member
of the AFL -CIO, but because of cinsideratio�l of not being
consulted, and not being able to fully understand what all
the implications are, he cannot in good conscience support
it.
A vote on the Main Motion resulted as follows:
Ayes (4) -
Nays (5) -
Abstention
Lytel, Dennis, Killeen, Hoffman
Peterson, Booth, Schlather, Romanowski,
Cummings
(1) - Haine
Motion Defeated
Commendation to Ithaca College for Proposed Additional
Dormitories for Student Housing
By Alderperson Cummings: Seconded by Alderperson Haine
WHEREAS, Common Council has learned that Ithaca College
plans to create additional housing for 300 students in
dormitory facilities, and
WHEREAS, a need for housing exists in the City of Ithaca,
especially when institutions like Ithaca College add students
without providing housing for that expansion, and
WHEREAS, without additional increments of housing, students
have a significant effect on the off campus housing supply,
and
WHEREAS, Ithaca College has shown considerable sensitivity
to the effect of students on housing and neighborhoods and
an awareness of the need to provide appropriately located,
decent, safe and standard housing for its students; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council applauds Ithaca College's
decision and offers staff assistance In continuing to solve
mutal housing problems. Carried Unanimously
Stewart Park Land for Chamber of Commerce
Alderperson Hoffman stated that he understands that the Town
of Ithaca is considering rezoning the parcel where the Chamber
of Commerce may be located and possibly additional areas,
making them into a special zone for office buildings. He
asked if the Planning and Development Committee could look
at this prior to the public hearing.
Alderperson Cummings responded that what has happened is
there were two proposals being advanced simultaneously to
the Town Board. It is her understanding that the Town Planning
Board voted to advance the simple parcel rezoning rather
than the larger zone. The simple rezoning is their preferred
plan and it is being sent to the City's Planning and Develop-
ment Committee for input on it. The PFD Committee will be
looking at both proposals.
OLD BUSINESS:
Farmers' Market Location - Referral
By Alderperson Schlather: Seconded by Alderperson Killeen
RESOLVED, That the question of the Farmers' Market location
in the West End for 1988 and beyond be referred to the Planning
and Development Committee in conjunction with the Planning
and Development Board for review, recommendation and action
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prior to consideration of licensure of the site by the Board
of Public Works.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 1:15 A.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli
City Clerk
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