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Home My WebLink AboutMN-BPW-1937BOARD OF PUBLIC ::'ORKS PROLE DII\TGS CITY OF ITHACA, x. Y. Regular Metting Present: - Layor - fryers ComMissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Engineer - Eustanoe Forester - Baker 4: 00 P. m. 177 January 13, 1937• Allen, l:ierrill, Egbert, LIiscall hater Dept. Supt. - Carpenter STAiJDXNG COd1T'I'EES :- Mayor Myers announced the following standing committees of the Board of Publ;.c Works for the year 1937. `CATER Sawdon Allen .i soall HIGHIVAYS AND GARBAGE Merrill Sawdon Egbert EQUIPIMIT AND STREET LIGHTING "iscall uerri11 causer PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND SANITARY SEIvERS Causer Allen Egbert PARKS AND GROUNDS Allen Causer Ilerrill FINANCE AND ACCOUITTS Terrill Sawdon Allen CONSTRUCTION AND ILIPROVE121TITS Egbert Riscall Sawdon L1IZTUTES :- Linutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. OAK AVENUE : - The Clerk read a letter from ;'r. Norbert H. Schickel c.ho asked permission to dump the earth, excavated from his apartment house at the corner of Oak Avenue and Dryden Road,�ronothe gorge side of Oak Avenue to form a shoulder for this street. He also asked that the Board grant him permission to have Oak Avenue closed to traffic while engaged in this work. He ?pointed out that the lank of a curb and guard rail on the north side of Oak Avenue constitute a gangerous situation and suggested that the Board should Officially close this street until such improvements are made. Engineer Eustance suggested the permission as requested be granted r"r. Sohickel, provided he uses a shovel and truck rather than the drag -line method Previously used. By Comm. i::errill.e seconded by Co:m,:j. Sawdon RESOLVED, That the natter be referred to the Construction and Improvement 00rt-littee together with the City Engineer for investi- gation and report. Carried. SEWER LAYER'S BOND:- The Clerk submitted for the Board's approval, a personal bond filed by 1:r. Ward Rurlsey for a sewer layer's license. By Corm. Sawdon: seconded by Oora 1. Allen RESOLVED, That the Serer Layer's bond as filed by fir. Rurasey be and the same hereby ie'approved. Carried, 7 B.P. . —2— 1--13 -1937 - '�`u PARKI1G AREA E. STATE ST.: -- l.r. John Burns of the Burns Realty Company, appeared before the Board and outlined the advantages of adapting the property in the rear of the premises owned by Walter Uilliams,Leland D. VanRensselaer and the Eagles Fraternity on East State Street for use as a parking area. He suggested that the Board submit a proposition thereon to the owners. He assured the Board that the property o'mers affected Tould be 17illin� to cooperate if the proposition _could be i7orked out or; an equitable basis. PARKING AREA - E. GREEN ST. :-- 'y:r. Burns also outlined G, proposition for the acquisition by the city of lands adjacent on the wect to the present pr.,rlun area on East Green Street. He submitted a purchase price of $60, 000. for the entire are^ including: the gas st^tion and the old shop in the rear of Trem ;l�,n,King -.nd Co. n He stated that the conveyance could be _:lade without any direct cash outlay. He explained that it could be financed by a series of tti7elve notes in the oLiount of $5,000 each, i_1a,turinE: one Paoli year with interest at 3 o, rig ,king a, total pa.y.aent of w52975 each year., He stated that revenues frog. the area zould ::lore than a�e�ortize the purchase price. Attorney Powers advised that the plan of purelgase outlined could not be considered, as the only ray to do this would be by a bond issue. By Cor_missioner Sawdon :seconded by Corimissioner :Terrill: RESOLVED that the r_jatter be referred back to the Committee together with the City Attorney to :cake a further study thereof and discuss it with the Finance Corr sittee of the Cor.1_1on Council. C- �,rried. AIRPORT HANGARS :-- Attorney reported that there was taxes and fees in the a:.lount of X115.00 due on the old hl-mars at the Airport by reason of individuals buying it at different tax sales after the city had acquired title thereto. He recommended that these taxes be paid.' By Com.issioner Sawdon :seconded by Corylissioner _iscall RESOLVED,that the City Clerk be authorized to pay said taxes fro: -: the tax fund in the budget. Carried. 7ZSTPQRT ST. *_ By Corr.liesioner Sawdon :seconded by Com* Allen : RESOLVED, that the Board hereby officially abandons that 'portion of the north end of ',uestport Street and that portion of the old right -of -way of Taughannoek Boulevard (Glum;ood Road) VI"lich are north east of the north easterly right -of -tray line of nee Ta.ugha.nnock Boulevard as not: ldid out ; said area, hereby nbandonec_ being specifically designated on the city assess._icnt naps as lot 17 -A Block 3, Eap 38. harried, y.P.A. PROJECTS :- Engineer Eustance reported that he expected approval of the Sever outfa.11 and the Cascr,cilla Creek Wall projects mould be forthco;aing shortly. He explrdned that the latter -project had been expanded to include i..iprove :.font of the creek walls - of Cayuga Street and that he had therefore prepared a sup, Le_. "O -Lt to thy; original project to cover sw.ie. He estimated this addition- al a: -count of sponsor's contribution at 1,4, 700. By Coi_v.ii ssioner Sav don :seconded by Co:_r-iissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Uorks hereby recorr_Zends to the Co- 1_-.lon Council that i : :iprovei.ient of the creek �:alls east of Cayuga Street be approved as a supple:sent to the original Ca.scadilln Creek wall project, and requests an appropri ^tion of w4,700. as the City t s share; of the cost thereof. Carried. By Corimi.ssioner Sawdon :seconded by Conrissioner ITerrill: RESOLVED, that the Board of Public ruorks hereby reeo._1:_lends to the Co -. :-ion Council the Server Outfall project as a, worthwhile minter project and requests an appropriation of ;11,100, as the City's share of the cost thereof. Carried. Engineer Eustance also reported that the Six :Tile Creek 17all project had been resub Tutted in the for:_i of t,..-O projects, as recor.r :_lended by 17.P.A. authorities ; one for improvement of the 'walls, and the other for crushing stone. He reported further tha.t the Bryant Heights street project had also been resubmitted in revised fori.l to comply rith sug=_- estions of �_�.P.A. authorities. Hie estimates on the above projects v..ere as follo`:,: s : Totr�.l Cost City Is Shr,.re Six I.Alc Creel: : :alts 935• k�0 601 Stone Crushing 10,321. , nrvrmt TcAlhts Streots 15.57Q* _ 9.3329- P.:. --3- 1- 13 -37. 79 HALLER ST. : - The __latter of Laprove -ment of Haller Street was referred back to the Highway Co::r.iittee, City Attorney and City EnE�ineer to .make necessary arrangements with the Ith,-%ca Town 3oard. AIRPORT :- Cormissioner Allen reported that he had investigated the :=utter of securing additional revenue from the Airport and he felt that the City should get 50% more rent. He reported that "r. Peters, present lessee of the Airport, was willing to increase the rent. In this connection the Clerk reported that the Corm:_7on Council had rejected the Project for Improvements at the Airport by a 7 to 3 vote and had also recory:lended that the Board of Public `corks either open the Airport lease to competitive bidding or hire a rmanager and lease the concessions separately. fir. Peters, being present, expressed his willingness to increase his rent or waive the present lease and enter competitive biddin thereon. Comm. Sawdon stated that it had come to his attention that because the Common Council turned down the airport projects, 7.P.A. and federal authorities were taking the attitude that Ithaca did not need any more projects. If it is true that rejection of this project is the cause for the delay in approval of other worthwhile projects, it constitutes a very serious condition, Comm. Sawdon stated. Comm. Miscall stated that the Common Council was making; a grave mistake by not approving the airport project. Public opinion seems to warrant its approval he stated and suggested a public hearing be held on the matter. After further discussion it was moved, seconded and carried that the Common Council be informed that their recommendation regarding the leasing and / or managing the airport has been received and is being given careful study and consideration DR. CHAMOT'S REPORT : - Comm. Sawdon read Dr. Chamot's annual report which was accepted and ordered filed. Among other things, the report pointed out that the bad taste in the water supply in Ithaca last summer was due to decaying vegetable matter, In this connection Comm. Sawdon recommended the banks of the reservoir be washed with water to be pumped by a gasoline engine to be installed on a raft. By Comm. Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, That the Water Department be authorized to proceed with this work as outlined above. Carried. WATER BILL EXPUNGED : - By Comm, Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, That that a water bill in the amount of $1�4.08 representing the amount of water used at the city dump from Sept. 30, 1936 to Jan. 1, 1937 be and the same hereby is ordered expunged. Carried. In this connection Comm. Sawdon reported that he hoped to have a plan worked out soon to pump water from the inlet for use in extinguishing fires at the dump, Mayor 1.1yers reported that Mr. Illston had informed him of his willingness to allow the city to use one of his wells, adjacent to the dump for this purpose in return for the city filling the "Illston Pond ". Comm. Sawdon suggested that an agreement be made with Mr. Illston for the use of his well. On motion the matter was referred to the Garbage Committee and City Attorney to investigate. EQUIPMENT:- Comm. liscall recommended that the Board authorize the Clerk to advertize for bids on the purchase of a street sweeper. He explained that only two known firms made sweepers and that both quote the same price. Because of this fact, Comm. Sawdon suggested that the Committee contact -officials of nearby cities using these different makes of machines in an effort to ascertain which type is better and more suitable for local use. By Comm. Sawdon: seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, That the Clerk be and he is hereby authorized to secure prices on these two types of sweepers, to be submitted at the regular meeting of the Board, Feb.10,1937; and further that the Committee be directed to study very carefully the service given by both types in other cities, in order that they may be able to decide on which particular one to choose. Carried. STATE AND MITCHELL INTERSECTION:- By Comm. Merrill seconded by Qomm. Sawdon RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to appropriate an additional amount of X621.22 for the State and Mitchell intersection project to purchase paving brick therefor. Carried. D.P. u . --4-- 1- 13 -37. AUDIT : - By Comm. Merrill: seconded by Comm. Satirdon RESOLVED, That the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. STREET REPAIRS:_ Gorman. Miscall called attention to the bad holes at the intersection of State and Mitchell Streets, and the Engineer was instructed to have them repaired"'. On rmotion the meeting adjourned. / J.L .Matthews, City Clerk. REGULAR !,,.ZE T I ?G ? 1- P . i . JANUARY -27, 1937. POSENT- i,ayror l..yers- Comoi ssioners-- Sawdon, Allen, Egbert, herri ll, Causer, ii scal1 Alderman-Howland Engineer -- Eustance Forester - -Baker Water Supt. -- Carpenter Attorney--Powers KI UTES : -The minutes of the preceding meeting were approved after changing the last word therein from "repaired" to 'Milled ". SETER EXTENSION :- The Cayuga Heights Land Corporation filed a request for permission to further extend the sanitary sewer main in Comstock Road. By Commissioner install :seconded by Commissioner Sawdon RESOLVED, that the request of the Cayuga Heights Land Corporation for permission to extend,at their own expense, the sanitary sewer akin in the Town of Ithaca from the manhole in front of the relsey property on Comstock Road about 292 feet northerly to the intersection of Klinewood Road be approved, and in consideration of their securing approval for such extension from the Village of Cayuga Heights and from the State Department of Health, and of their complying with all the rules and regulations of this Board applicable thereto, this Board, upon the payment of the established sewer service fees for each service connected, hereby agrees to receive and treat, according to the existing treatment plan, all sewage from this extension, as shown cn a Eap by Carl Crandall, C.E. , dated January 22, 1937 entitled "Sewer Extension for Newman", a copy of which yps filed with said request. Carried. 7.P.A. :— Engineer Eustance reported that the 7-P.A. projects recently submitted continued to be returned, without approval, and for some minor change in every case. He stated that he had requested the ?.P.A. for an explanation and they reported they had changed their policy. He reported this was the third such change and that now they would allow only w60.00 per man year for material, and that the Airport project was the only one that was approved prior to these changes, and that the 7-P.A. stated it was the only project that would not be affected. FERRIS PLACE - GILES St. :- Engineer Eustance reported retarding his repairs and improvements to the Ferris Place gu=ard rail and to the broken culvert across and under Giles Street near the Toboggan slide. It was roved, seconded and carried that the permanent repairs and improvements reported by the Engineer be approved. PARKING AREA :-- Er. John Burns discussed with the Board the proposed addition to the Green Street Parking Area as offered by his client 1r. R.E. Trema.n. Various angles of the problem were discussed. It was finally agreed that the City should carefully consider all detnils in connection with this offer, the most important of which would be to acquire absolute title to the section of the present parking area noT owned by the Tompkin County Trust Company, and with a, net figure for this area and a net figure for the new area, together with rights-of-way data, the City might then have a complete proposi- tion to study. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Coi_1z. issioner Terrill: RESOLVED, that the %:ayor appoint a special committee of at least three comwissioners of Public 'corks and three Aldermen to discuss such a proposition when ready. Carried. The Mayor appointed the Finance Committee of each Board together with Alderman Howland, as a special committee to consider this problem. HILL VIEW PLACE :-- Ir. Harry Baldwin requested the Board to consider some manner of ioprovement, preferably the plan agreed upon a year or so ago as a Tinter work project, to the portion of Hill Vier Place west of South Hill Terrace. The matter was referred to the Highway Committee to study and report. YACHT CLUB :-- A representative of the Cornell Corinthian Yacht Club requested the Board to make a reduction in the present charge of x:60.00 for the use of a portion of the Wait Boat House in which they store their boats during the school year. He explained that the Club had paid the rent for the preceding ";inter but could not afford IS2 B. P. S�. -2- 1- 27-37, to continue using the quarters this year unless a reduction in rent could be :made. He explained also that the Club expected to have a boat house of their own next sul _ier. It it-as roved, seconded and carried that the rent for the use of these quarters to the end Of Hiay 1937 be 040.00. The representative agreed that this amount would be acceptable to the Club. AIRPORT HYDRANT :- It was explained that due to the method of metering water delivered to the Airport main to detect leaky together with cater metered at the hangar theta remained a charge against the tell --tale rieter that represented the water lost or used through the hydrant. It was ;roved, seconded and carried that the bill for the so called hydrant usage be expunged. FENCE aATER BUILDING :-- At the suggestion of 00amissioner Sawdon, Superintendent Carpenter was authorized to secure prices for furnishing a, suitable fence for enclosing; the Water Department grounds around the "Dater Building at First and Franklin Stceets. WTATER DEPARTIONT BILLS :- Oomrmissioner Sawdon reported regarding two bills which the Water Department had been unable to collect for services rendered to properties owned by Lr. Leon Rothschild and Lir. Fred Stafford. Both :accounts were referred to the City Attorney for collection. ELECTRIC SURVEY Commissioner Miecall read a letter from Hr. Lewis C. Reynolds, the Consulting Engineer engaged in making a survey of electrical energy used by the City, including that for stree lighting,) He reported progress and that the report probably 1.ould be ready before the next meeting. STREET SWEEPER :- Commissioner Miscall also reported that the two co,apanies manufacturing street sweepers had been requested to submit bids and that sorme City Officials mere planning to visit Cities where both sweepers are being used,so that they might get ''first hand information regarding their features and their cost of operation. SEWER OUTFALL :- Eiagineer Eustance was authorized to prepare for the purchase of materials required for the seder outf:all project if and then this project is finally approved and funds are appropriated by the Common Council. AUDIT :- By Commissioner Merrill :seconded by Commissioner Sawdon : RESOLVED: that the bills approved and audited by the Finv,nce Coz•. iittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. On motion sleeting adjourned. ;(T.EoTat thew( st Oity Clark it 1813 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS ij CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Regular Meting 4:00 P.L. Feb. 10,1937 Present :..- i Mayor - Myers Commieaioers - Sawdon, Allen, Causer , Egbert,• Miscall, Me: .rill Attcrncy Powers Clerk _. 1 tthews ... / Engineer l Eusta ce Forest1 Baker MIN6113: --J Minutes of the pr.eced:Jng ;1tin ; wer,3 c.uly ^:ppr.: : ed. STRT T CW} EPER BID3:- The following cid; for.' the N,:.rcriaGo of a ' strrs' ; sw eper were opened and reed by tlie C1s'L • ' ;I r Price . Tel:n6 Elgin Oor . ? 6, 957. 40 f. o. bIthaca " $3, 57 cash in 30 . 1 . days arx . $3,487. 40 • non-interest bear-. ing note due 1 I year,I 6,790.00 II It 2/30 n/90 1 Austin-Wesltern Road Machinery;?o, 6,957.40 II I' $3,500. ` cash in 30 days and 3,457,40 non-interest 1 bearing note due ! 1 Year ��6,790.00 „ 2/30 n/90 • Roth firms assured delivery in a week or ten days. Commissioner Sawdon questioned the fact that both bids were identical. Commission r Miscall pointed out that this was not unusual because these were�the only two machines of= this type made in the United States, an were practically identical themselves. By Commies oner Miscall: seconded by Commissioner Sawdon RESOLVED, , at the bide be received and referred to the Equipment Committee for consideration and report. Carried. PARKING ARA - E. GREEN ST:- Mr. Burns appeared before the Board and asked if they wanted to make an offer on any part or all of the property ac}Ijacent on the west to the present city parking area which he had offered for sale. He reported that he had another client interested !in the purchase -of part of this property, namely, the gasoline filing station, and wished to know if the city was at all interested n it before completing other negotiations. He would be glad to Ipen negotiations with the city for the purchase of this property, w .th or without the gasoline station. Mayor Myers reported th't this matter had previously been referred to a Committee w' o felt , after a meeting, that no decision could be made until they ad investigated the various other places proposed for parking are s. Comm: Hawdon stated that he felt a parking area - should not rant on a business street and that if the city did purchase th property referred to it would be only logical to dispose of he frontage on Green Street for business purposes and thereby get; it back on the tax roll. Commissioner Causer reported that the Conley property was now being graded and converted into a parking area, to be privately operated, which he anticipated would be inloperation by May 1st. Commissioner Sawdon replied that the city s ould co-operate with such an enterprise as far as possible bylenforcing the present parking regulations. Mr. Burns ailated that he had come before the Board at thiel time in order th t the reoords would show that he had given the city 1 the opportu ity of acquiring the gasoline filling station before disposing o , it at private sale. 1 .1 l 4 B.P.W. -2- 2-10-37. HUGHES & MORUSTY: The Clerk read a communication from C rl W. Wismar, Plumbing Inspector, calling attention to a violation of ti e Plumbing Code by the firm of Hughes & Morusty. He recommended that their license be revoked. By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Commissioner Egbert RESOLVED, That the Clerk be directed to serve notice on H ghee & Morusty citing them to appear at the next Board meeting t. answer charges in the complaint. Carded. SEWER EXTENSION - OAKWOOD AVENUE:- The Clerk read a com' unication from L.J.Baker stating that he was anticipating building ': house on Oakwood Ave. He asked if the city would be willing tol; extend the sewer to serve his house. It would require an extension o" about 450r on Hector Street and 300' on Oakwood Avenue. Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Commissioner Miscall RESOLVED, That the matter be referred to the Sewer Commit ee for investigation and report. Carded. STREET LIGHTS:- The Clerk reported that officials of the North Side House and neighbors had complained that the street lights in this vicinity were inadequate and had asked that they be :inen consideration. Commissioner Miscall presented a request f' om residents of Cornell Street for lights on that street betl'een Mitchell and E. State Street. On motion both requests were referred to the Street Lighting . Committee for consideration in conjunction with the press t study of street lighting. LOUIS CAPOZZI:- Attorney Powers reported that, at a heari g held by the Industrial Commissioner Jan. 27, 1937 in the case �•f Louis Capozzi, who received serious burns while working_ for the city, the doctor had testified that Mr. Capozzi is now in a pos tion to do light work. He recommended that Mr. Capozzi be put sack to work if possible. It was pointed out that light work at tris time, by exercising his muscles, would improve his phyilic •.1 condition considerably, possibly to a degree that he might be able to return to work on a full time basis and thereby relievl: the city of paying him workmen' s compensatipn. On motion thematter of hio_employment Was left to the Maior and Engineer. WATER SHED RT/WAY:- Attorney Powers reported that negoti -tions regarding the purchase of a, rt/way in the water shed had *pen completed but were held up pending the acquisition of a r /way to cross the D. L . & W. R. R. Co. tracks. He read a pro . . sed agreement prepared by the D . L. & W. R. R. Co. covering t is feature. By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Commissioner Miscall RESOLVED, That the agreement beaccepted and the Mayor a • City Clerk authorized to sign and execute same subject to fih.' decision of the Mayor and City Attorney regarding certai clauses thereof. Ca tied. BIDS:- Engineer Eustance reported that he had canvassed side for the purchase of iron and concrete pipe for the sewer outfall project as authorized at the preceding meeting. He state• that the bids for the iron pipe had not been received yet and recommended that the matter of awarding this bid be left ' ith the Construction & Improvement Committee in order to avo' • delay. He reported receipt of three bids on the concreteli•ipe, being $2. 75, $3, 20 and $3.45 per foot respectively. The 1l,dw bid of $2. 75 per ft. for 550' of concrete pipe was received �Irom the Universal Concrete. Pipe Company and he recommended that 'he contract be awarded accordingly. By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Commissioner Egbert RESOLVED, That the low bid of $2. 75 as submitted by the niversal Concrete Pipe Company be and the same hereby is acceptedland awarded. Ca cried. By Commissioner Miscall: seconded by Commissioner Merril RESOLVED, That the matter of awarding the bid for iron pipe be left to the Construction & Improvement Committee with po•ier. Ca i vied. -P . V� . -3- 2- 10 -37. 185 ASSESSIAENTS :- Engineer Eustance reported that some property owners on E. St ^te Street had, at their own expense, constructed curb ,,nd gutter prior to the improvement of this street. For this reason he reported that they wished to be relieved of the present assessment for curb ^.nd gutter. The sentiment of the Board w ?s that they should be exempt from such assessment but it agreed however to consider the matter further ?t the public hearing to be held FL;b_ua_ --y 24, 1937• BD. OF PbDLIC, o,-RKS - REPORT : - Engineer Eusta.nce presented copi e of rt covc>ring thF; ac ti5 iities of the Dept". of Pub? i_c � "ori >s fox tile y(,a,r 1936, i.ncl-czding a, report by Forcc ±er 13 k or. the act- .Vitit,c of the Park Depar- .r- He alco :rcporl on conctractions a.nd it provertnen'tc carried out unuer Fror.1 i_ts inception to Jan.1, 1937• The J.act•~c� shot:Ted ;0 Nru ects c�. 1p1c_te3) 3 L -;'Ccr :_:cnstruction a.i� 1 ter:pora._ily" ;jucpe_ldcd. H..) , �iI ,W PLACE:- Com�rissione-r Ye-ri J l r(,-c,cr - -ed to ^.t th ri 'Zta;�y Ccr1r �t;,t: had investiga.;;ed the conditi O% of 1-i.' ll r. 0 Pi ?- 0 6 nest Of South Hill Tcrra.ce a.nd recommended th.-It.. , .� this bor °;i o.2 of the street ca,n be properly posted ^ith signs to r� if'_ece the city of all re8ponsibiiity in case of :accidents there, the Engineer et; authorized to fill the street and lar,,ke it passab-le. Attorney Powers reco.amended that it be officially closed to traffic. By Coiniussioner Sawdon: seconded by Co: 186 B.P.P. _4. 2- 10 -37• BUDGET:- The Clerk reported that the Common Council had eliminated from the budget the item of $10,000 requested for the construction of a municipal garage and shop and that they had reduced the item for maintenance 'of the airport from $700. to $50. because they felt that the airport needed to be mowed only twice a year. It was also reported that the Council had again rejected the airport W.P.A. project. The Commissioners expressed dismay regarding the latter item because it had already been recommended twice by both the Board of Public Works and the Planning Commission. CITY HALL LIGHTS:- The Clerk reported that a new type of indirect lighting fixtures had been installed in the Clerk's and Engineer'$ office, on trial, which seemed to be very satisfactory. He stated that the cost would be $10.50 per fixture installed if the Board decided to retain them. By Commissioner Egbert: seconded by Commissioner Allen RESOLVED, That the installation of seven fixtures, three in the City Engineer's office and four in the City Clerk's office be and the same hereby is approved. Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned. J.E. Matthews, City Clerk. 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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ASSESSMENT& FOR PUBLIC 22 IMPROVE=MENTS rursuant to .the' provisions of the City Chart @r and a resolution adopted by the ,Board of Public Works De- cggmber 23, 1936, notice is hereby given tliat assessments• have been duly lev- ied for construStion as, follows: PAVEMENT: "Highland Place, CURB: E. State Street, CURB & GUTTER: CMIsrinut;''Cobb, tog, • Hillvlew, Liun, Miller, Mitch- School, Spencer, Terrace, Water, Wo th Streets. 1 DEWALKS:'Cornell;,+rhird Streets SANITARY SEWER: Esty, Fourth, Giles, Grandview Extension, Hector, Itha,*0a; South, E. States- Taughannock Boulevard. Notice is hereby given that a sched- ule of assessments and detailed as- .sessment maps have be filed for in- spection in the office of the City Nil - gineer, and that the Board of Pub- lic VQorks will. Proceed Ao finally ap- prove'such assessments at their 1�egu- lar meeting February 24, 1937, at 4 p. m. in the City Hall, at which time a Public Hearing will be held thereon and an opportunity afforded anyone to be heard and have said assessments altered or corrected as justice may re- quire., Dated Tanuary. 12, 1937. Itheoa, N. Y. J. E. MAT1'1-1EWS, City Clerk Jan. 12, 1937 BOARD OF PUBLIC 7ORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, ,T. Y. REGULAR MEETING 4:00 P..;, FEBRUARY 24, 1937 PRESENT :- Mayor - iiyers Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney -- Powers Clerk Matthews Engineer -- Eustance Asst, Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Miscall, Egbert, Merrill, Plumbing Inspector - Wismar. HIITUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. 187 ASSESS!211I1'rS - PUBLIC HEARING :- Mayor uyers announced that a public hearing had been called at this time to hear complaints and make adjustmente,as justice might require, in public improvement assess- ments as prepared by the City Engineer. The construction of new pavement on Highland Avenue was considered first. Engineer Eustance explained the method by which he had computed his figures. Property owners at 102 and 106 Highland Avenue complained that their sidewalks which were relaid at the time of construction were in need of regrading, Engineer Eustance explained that this was due probably to the settling of the ground and assured them that this matter would be taken care of. Mr. R.C. Meigs appeared on- behalf of Oornell University and explained that it was assessed for..2031 being a Strip of land on the north side of the gorge which is practically useless. He contended that the pavement is of no benefit to the University and therefoxe.asked that an adjustment be made. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Miscall : RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried. Mitchell Street Curb and Gutter was considered next. 1r. A.L.Daniels owner of the property at 606 1:itohell Street appeared and explained that he had purchased this property October 1, 1936 long after the work had been done and understood at that time that it was free and clear of all assessments. Attorney powers explained that assessable improvements do not become a lien against the property until officially assessed by the Common Council and thatpsuoh assessment is made against a ' parti cuear piece ofproperty, not an owner thereof. On this basis he stated that the mattor of who should pay the assesomenf oould not be decided by this Board but-was a personal matter between the prior and the present owner. Mr. Robert E. Terwilliger appeared for himself as owner of the property at #804 Litchell Street and for 2jr. 17.J.Hamilton, Jr. owner of the property at 4507 Mitchell Street and presented the same situation. In ix. Hemiltonts case he explained that 'lie had been assessed for frontage outside the city limits. He also explained that the city garbage trucks used Ir. Hamilton's driveway for a turn-around and in doing so had out it up severely, Engineer Eustance expliLi.ned that the work outside the city limits had been done at the request of the former owner in order to make access available to his driveway, By Commissioner Hi stall : seconded by Comni a si oner gaw'don RESOLVED that the three complaints on ?.litchell Street be referred to the Highway Committee and City Attorney for investigation and report. Carried, Terrace Place Curb and Gutter was considered next. I.Ir. R.A.Hutchineon appeared and explained that his lot at the corner of East Buffalo and Terrace Place, which has a frontage of 88t, is 8t below the street level and therefore is not benefited by the ij_iprovement. Engineer Eustance reported tho.t F. Dimano, owner of the property at ;0113 Terrace Place, had requested to be relieved of his assessment fn lieu of land deedee. the "city for a turn-around. By Comzli ssi oner ?."i soall : seconded by Comrai s si oner Sawdon RESOLVED, that both complaints be referred to the Highway Committee and City Attorney for investigation and report. Carried. HillvieW Place; was considered next. l;r. O.E. Copeland appeased and oorzplained about the condition of the approach to his driveway at ;0325 Hillvie1 PZ�.ce, He stated th ^,t as a result of the short steop incline in the approach he had trouble backing his car out. He further explained that the situation had been corrected as far as carf- 188 B.P.W. _26- 2--24-37 are concerned by placing Bose asphalt there but requested that it be rerzoved because of its unaightly condition and replaced with oonorete# On motion the patter was referred to the City Engineer. Third Street Sidewalks were considered next. r. S. Sweedler appeared and requested that some adjustment be wade in his assessment for sidewalk at 0302 Third Street because he already had 32t of sidewalk from Hancock Street south which had to be torn up and replaoed to conform with the grade of the new walk. By Commissioner Sawdon : seoonded by Commissioner ?rlisoall 2 RESOLVED, that the Natter be referred to the Highway Oorr.littee for ed. investigation and report. +iss Sepos appeared on behalf of her father,Alexander Sepos, and stated that he could be unable to pay his assessment because he was out of Mork and had a very large family. On motion the matter was referred to the Highway Oommittee an(d3athe City Attorney for investigation and report. No other persons appeared and the Mayor announced the hearing closed. HUGHES & LORUSTY :-- LT. Hughes and �:;r. L orusty both appeared before he Board in answer to a, citation ordered served on them at the preceding meeting regarding a violation of the Plumbing Code. .T, Hughes contended that after installing toilet facilities at the �:oose Hall he had applied for plumbing inspection before covering up the work. plumbing Inspector Wismar proved that the work had been all finished and in fact payment for said work received by said Hughes & ;.'crusty on Januarq 2P, 1937 whereas they did not apply for inspection until February 4, 1937. He also stated that he had repeatedly warned them of the provisions of the Plumbing Oode. No action was taken to suspend their license but they were warned that sugh would be the case if they failed to live up to the Pliu -bing O ode = s provisions in the future. They agrldd that they would do so. PARKING AREA__ S. OA"YUGA STREET :-- i. r. P. Marion appeased before the, Board and presented a nap of the G. V. Begenf prroperty and part of the Marion Bros. ro erty on S. Cfayuga Street which he auggestd be considered asps property municipal parking area. The area of both properties tray G�, 463 sq. ft. with a frontage of 66t on S. Owyug8 St- He quoted a price of 030,000. for the Begent property and X10,000. for the 11arion property. On motion the matter was referred to the Oommittee previously appointed to study the matter of proposed perking areas. EOUIPIXXT :--By Oomi ssi over 11i soall :seconded by Dorm. Sawdon s RESOLVED, that the Oity Forester be authorized to purchase a, trailer dump oart at a cost of 0175.00 plus freight charges for use at the iunioipal Golf Course. ftrVied. PARK OFFIOI LBi OONFERENCE :--By 00am Sawdon : seoonded by %orr:�.Iiiscall: RES L D, tat he City Forester be euthori zed to attend, at City expense, a meeting of municipal park officials to be held in New York City March 24,25) 26 and 27th. darried, CATER DEpJtRT`..:ENT F'E�T{�E :- Commissioner Sawdon presented six bids on the fence for the ater Department. He stated that the, low bid was submitted by toe Jim Brown Fenoe Conpany but that the Ooa.jittee recorziended that the bid be awarded the next low bidder, Wiokwire- Spenoer Corapany,beoause of the better grade posts offered, By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by 0o=-_A soioner :i scall $ RESOLVED, that the bid of the ickrire- Spencer Co:ipany inj the amount of $1,246-56 be and the game hereby is accepted and a aided# SETvER EXT. - ►400D AVENUE :-- Reporting for the Serer da Z,ittee, Engineer Eustance recorr:ended that 1.r,, L.J. Baker who requested for the extension of sewer services on Oakwood Avenue be advised that the Board could not finance such an extension this year as it Would require about 7001 to serve one house* By dommissioner Sawdon : seconded by OoLvaissioneT Egbert RESOMD, that the Clerk be directed to notify i.r. Baler that funds gill not permit at this ti.rao the extension of sewer services as requested by him and that he therefore be advised to use a cesspool for the present. Darred, 189 Be POW* —3— 2--24 -1937 PIPE BIDS :- Engineer Eustance reported that the Construction and rzprovenent Co=ittee had awarded the bid for rthe purchase of iron pipe for the serer outfall project to the Eduard Joy Company of Syraouse. By doLr-aissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner miscall: RESOLVED, that the aoti_on of the Conmittee in this matter be and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Carried. OAK AVENUE :-- Engineer Eustance reported that request- ed permission to close Oak Avenue to traffic for ten days in order to remove about 10Q yards of dirt across it by means of a drag line. By Cotmiissioner _i:iscall : seconded by Commissioner Uerrill : RESOLVED, that the request of :r. Sohickel be denied and that he be advised to remove the dirt by some other means. Carried. CITY ENGINEER - VACATION :- On motion the Board approved a two -weeks vacation for City Engineer Eustance, AUDIT :--By Oommissioner '?Asoall : seconded by Co bra. Sa ^don o. RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Oom,:aittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. AIRPORT' :-- Reporting for Commissioner Allen, -?ho was unable to be present at this meeting because of illness, Clerk 1:at_therrs stated that :r. Allen had been unable as yet to get any definite figure fro::i T:r. Peters, airport lessee and Manager, regarding the possible increase in the rent thereof, but he would endeavor to have a proposal for the next neeting. On Notion the meeting e.djourned. jJ es E. ';atthaws, CITY CLM �Jv SPECIAL MEETING 4 P.M. 3 -5 -1937 PRESENT :- Mayor Myers, Commissioners -- Merrill ,Sawdon,Allen,Miscall,Egbert Aldermen -- Barns, Attorney Powers. Clerk- Matthews STEWART AVENUE :- RT /WAY :- Mayor Myers explained that he had called this meeting "to consider matters in relation to the rights -of -way for Stewart Avenue" because the action taken by the Council last Wedneeday,on the special request of the Board of Public Works for an additional appropriation of $500.00 to secure a deed from Dr. Tinker for a necessary right -of -way, had not been acceptable to Dr.Tinket. The Mayor reported that Dr. Tinker had reconsidered the matter and decided, in view of all the circumstances, that he would settle under certain conditions with an indemnity agreement/ for $1,500. Mayor Myers also reported that Dr. Tinker, thinks that the Engineer mistreated him by continuing the project without a formal' agreement and to such a point that it is now impossible to treat the slope as he desired and further that his many yeaA experience with this slope leads him to believe that the Engineer's design end lack of definite provision for final treatment ofthe slope will be very unsatisfactory and will result in a very unstable condition in this bank which will effect his property.Tht-Maygr, also pointed out that the Common Council as well as the Board understood that the original estimate and aporopriation covered all rights -of -way andthat they had been secured before the project was started. In view of the situation and the changes that have been made, he stated that it did not look-, like a very good job, in fact a bad one. Commissioner Sawdon agreed and stated that he believed the trouble was due to the fact that the job was progressing as an un- finished undeveloped plan. Commissioner Miscall pointed out that there might be some excuse if there had been only an error in judgment but that this matter was a serious situation capable of no satisfactory explanation and that several similar situations had prevailed before as well as many unauthorized acts. He questioned the advisability of any disciplinary measures and pointed out that such would accomplish no useful purpose and would not be in keeping with the dignity of the office. The entire situation was further discussed at some length and it was agreed that no further action should be taken until the City Engineer returned and was given an opportunity to explain. Attorney Powers read the proposed indemnity agreement. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Com. Miscall : RESOLVED: that the Board request the Common Council to appropriate $1,000 additional or a total of 41,500 to obtain necessary right of way from Dr. Tinker and further RESOLVED, that the indemnity agreement prepared and read by the City Attorney be approved and the Mayor and Clerk authorized to execute the same, and -the Common Council requested to take like action. Carried. On motion meeting adjourned. f City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. REGULAR MEETING 4:00 P.ii. MARCH 10, 1937 PRESENT :- I-Aayor. •._Tiye.rs Commi one:cs- Sawdon, Allen. �tierrz ='..i, Vii. Octal 1, l,gberfi Clerk ' 's AttOrilE'.y• -• —� 7wea Asst.r.or„ - ramble Forester - }faker Water Dept, Supt. - Carpenter MINUTES %.mutes of the precec' ng meetirg y er.e duly .. ^pproved.. PUBLIC HEAR''ING May Jr Myers opened the public heaitiig regarding the prcpcs --d ,v. P. A . project for the repaving of Sk; ee c , He explained the ,.t .t had been su.bmi�t ;ed �;o and appro-='d y :�� A. aU a brick repav .ng job; and that the sub base of thys ctreet 4:ou? d ha -Tre to be relaid regardless of what k.ri.d of su:oface J.s to be app! .ied that W.P.A. would r_et participate in ar. a sp'l-ic. t :_,esurfacing job, and that if the Board now decided to use as-,-,ralt instead of brick the project would have to be resubmitted to 77-P,A, on a, new basis thereby causing a delay of at least six weeks in addition to the fact that the city's share of the cost on this basis would be approximately the same because of recent rulings reducing tia.P.A� Contributions. Several residents and property owners on the street appeared to discuss the matter. The chief objection was that abutting property owners had already paid twice for paving this street and did not feel that they should be required to do so again. It was pointed out that Buffalo, Seneca and Green, parallel streets, had been resurfaced with asphalt and that if West State Street is not susceptible to the sarae treatment, it should be repaved at general city expense. They Contended that the Ithaca Street Railway Company neglected to main- tain this street in accordance Nvith terns of their franchise and also that the N.Y,S.Electric 4� Gas Corporation had dug it up to repair gas mains and failed to replace the concrete in the base. It was also pointed out that West State Street bears most of the heavy traffic because of its being the through route from Syracuse, Binghamton, Elmira and Buffalo. Speakizig, as a property owner, rather than an official of the city, Alderman Barns stated that that because this street has been used to disadvantage by the utility companies and because there was a possibility that the city might get a portion of the gasoline tax or some other state aid for building of arterial highways such as this is, it would be very desirable to do this work at general City expense. He favored its being repaved with brick because of the strenuous traffic it bears but suggested that the Board of Public Waxks recommend to the Com=mon Council that the levying of assessments for the abutting property ownerst share be withheld pending the possibility of receiving state aid for this Mork. ;n answer to the question of the durability of a brick pavement as coz`- ,-*Ted , -Ith apphalt,Xaycr.._,�;y*er , s��jabrtsl S,Auatbra$t. �^it7a' :Ln1versity Avenue. Both were originally paved at the same time and while the fcsrrler is still in good condition the latter has been repaved three times. It was generally conceded that the type of pavement to be constructed waB m matter to be left #tM the judgment of the Board, but abutting 1aToperty owners strenuously objected to being assessed for any part ,Qf the cost and suggested that the city charter be changed to permit this work being done at general city expense. After all persons interested had been heard the Mayor announced the bearing closed. -XLET WALL :- Mr. L. fir. Champaign appeared and requested the Board to take some immediate action regarding the inlet wall adjacent to she West State Street bridge. He explained that recent flood craters had badly undermined the wall and weakened the foundation of his building. Commissioner Ga,tvdcn reported that the Highti,ay Committee had investigated the situation and found it to be fully as bad as described by car. Champaign. BY Corxiissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Miscall: RESOLVED, That the matter be referred to the Construction and Iri- proverient Committee and City Engineer to make a recommendation for iimraediate action. Carried. 1"mn request car. Champaign was given permission to erE:ct a te!_iporary barrier against further inundation, -192 B. P. 17. -2- 3 -1& -1937 LIGHTING SURVEY '*- The Clerk read a letter from 2,T1r. L.C.Reynolds regarding his survey of 0�ty light and power costs which contained recommendations for better illumination of the city streets. In this connection Comnissioner Merrill reported that the Committee had paid Mr. Reynolds ;W`50.00 extra for additional work not included in his contract. By Col- iissioner Merrill: seconded by Oeraiissioner Sawdon RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to file Mr. Reynoldts letter for future reference; and that the action of the Lighting Committee regarding the payment of the extra X50.00 be and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Carried._ DAMAGE CLAI111 :- The Clerk presented a c1 ---ge claim filed by 12r. Alex Uahool in the amount of y13►34 for an auto tire and tube which he alleged was destroyed when his car hit a hole in the street at the intersection of Cliff and Hector Otreets. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Co=issioner Allen RESOLVED, That the claim be disallowed. Carried. STEWART AVEM :- Co=issicsner Egbert reported for the Engineer that the men working on Stewart Avenue project had been laid off until Monday because the weather was too cold to pour concrete. Upon his recorzienda.tion the City Engineer was instructed to slake a survey of this project and slake a recommendation as to the changes necessary in the original plans for the completion of the work. Mayor Myers reported that practically all rights -of --way for this project now had been secured. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Merrill : RESOLVED, That the Construction and Improvement Co- .-.imittee be empowered to make the necessary changes in the plans unless their findings warrant action of the full Board, in which case a special muting shall be scheduled at the call-of the l.iayor. Carried. In this connection Commissioner Sawdon reported that 'he had conferred with 1,'ir. Johnstone-Wallace regarding the planting of the slope alp the Knoll and had been assured that there was a possibility of getting aid from the Soil Conservation Service in this respect. A SES. TENTS :- Corulissioner Merrill reported that the Highway Cor.1nittee had investigated the assessments referred to them at the preceding meeting and recormended that the sidewalks on Hancock Street be assessed as scheduled, that 20 feet of the properties dwned by- lir. F. Dimano and Ellen D. 41liarls respectively on Terraice Place be exempt from assessment because of free its /way deeded 'to the city for a turn - around which benefits the entire street, that i:ir. R. ltutcriinson on Terrace Place be assessed as scheduled, that 731 of the Universityfs property on Highland place be exempt from assessment because the new pavement there is -a no benefit to said portion of the property, and that 301 of the property owned by 3,1r. W. J. Hcw-iilton, Jr. , on I:itchell Street be assessed,_ being that portion of the property Inside the pity li:iits, and that his frontage outside the city li-_1its be referred to the City Attorney for decision. He also reported thl the Committee had inspected Hr. Copeland's driveway on Hiilyl•ew Plate 'and reconnended no action at this tine. Im y Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Oorlmissioner Allen '�LQTeas, The Board of Public Works has caused assessment maps to be prepared and a hearing thereon has been duly held as prescribed by 1a. And Whereas, The Highway Committee of said Board has inspected and rl ,'.c certain recom:_;endations regarding disputed a.ssess:~ients, Now Therefore Be It Resolved, That the reco:r.lendations of the Highway Committee be approved and adopted and the assess:_zents ordered corrected accordingly, NOV Be It Further Resolved, That the assessments as corrected, be ant they hereby are finally approved; and the City Clerk directed td prepare and file a schedule thereof with the Com -lon Council for confi rrlati on. Carded. HANGARS :- gor_1:ciissioner Allen recoi..riended that the old hangars at the airport be repaired and rented to the Soil donservation Service as storage quarters. It was suggested that this ti7ork slight be done uncter the old ri.P.A. project which has temporarily been suspended# Ttlr Clerk was directed to investigate and report what city fund$ were available fral this project. _ �3 li i i 1M I; B.P.W. i . .:3_ 3-10-37. !l - P r QKE STACK :- On the recommendation of Commissioner Merrill it was moved'! seconded and carried that the smoke stack at the- Asphalt Plant be painted- at an estimated` coat of X15.00 SLUDGE BEDS :- Commissioner Merrill recommended that concrete run- ways be opnstructed in the sludge -drying beds to replace the present wooden ones. By Oomr-lissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner. Merrill: / RESOLVED ' What the City Engineer be instr�.oted tc prepare a plan for v this work and submit it to the Sewer Committee • - - - .Carried. I STREET LIGHTING CONTRACT Commissioner Miscall presented copies of the new street lighting contract, together with an agreement covering electric purrent used for cli other purpoeee vthh_ he explained was satisfactory to the Lighting Oonnittee and the H•,YGate E' ectric & Gas Co oration. The new rats obtained 11.11 Lffeo� a` ^ insidurable saving aarually to the city, ne stated, Ae reported that e new contract i ad been obtained for the Board of Education r:hioh % will affect an annual caving also.. - By Commie'sioner. Miso.11l ; seconded by Commissioner •Sawdon : . RESOLVED,'! That the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are authors z��'d to execute on behalf .>f the city, the• new street; lighting 1 contract land the agreement for furnishing electric energy for power and other lighting purposes. -Carried. W.STA E STREET :- Commissioner Miscall suggested that this was an opportun time to provide facilities for boulevard lights on Vest State St eet. He reported that W.P.A. authorities had assured himthat their approval would be forthcoming on •a project of this nature if subrii, ted as a supplement to the present one for the repaving __ of this _ treet`. - By Commi sioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Allen ; RESOLVED : That the City Engineer be directed to prepare plans `./ and an estimate for this work as a supplement to the present project. !i -.Carried. TRUCK 18x 8 :- Com issioner .Sawdon reported the Water Committee needs a new t r,, ck. by Commissioner Sawdon =seconded by Commissioner' Miscall: RESOLVED] That the City Clerk :be authorized to advertise for bids on a truck ror the .Water Department in accordance wit4 specifications of the Water Department Superintendent, such bids to be opened at the next regilar meeting ofthe Board, March 2l-, 1937. Carried. AUDIT : By Oommissioner -� Merrill : seconded by Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED That the bills approved and audited by the Finance O mi:littee be and the sa:a hereby are approved for payment. . I: Carried On :Motion the, meeting adjourned to reconvene at the call } of the :Mayor. / �w fig J.L.Matthews, • • Cl.i t y Cl er k, i' • 1 i; • I it li iI 11 I h 11 i,' � 4 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS City of Ithaca, N.Y. ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 9:40 A.M. Mar. 15, 1937 PRESENT-Mayor Myers Commissioners--Sawdon,Merrill, Egbert, Miseall,Allen Attorney-Powers Clerk-Matthews MINUTES :- The Minutes of the Special Meeting of 4 March 5,1937 were read and approved. EXECUTIVE SESSION :- After an informal discussion regard- ing the Stewart Avenue project, the Board went into executive session and City Engineer Eustance was called in and asked to explain his failure to secure rights-of-way along Stewart Avenue before proceeding with the work, and also to explain the lack of detail plans and the unauthorized changes in the general plan of this project. Engineer Eustance stated that he was sorry that the matte had developed in the way it had, that he felt particularl bad regarding the rights-of-way especially the Tinker right-of-way. He admitted that his carelessness had caused a very serious condition which he realized had brought much . embarassment upon the Board and had cost the City taxpayers considerable money. He stated that it was his error in assuming too much and not taking care of his own work as he should have done. He was particularly sorry that this happened while he was away instead of being here to take the grief which his lack of judgment had caused. He could not recall obtaining an approval from either the Committee or the Board of the various changes which had been made in the Stewart Avenue project along the Knoll. He stated that former Commissioner VanBlarcom had gone over the preliminary plans of Stewart Avenue but that changes had been made since that time, possibly without the knowledge of the Board. Commissioner Miscall asked if there were any litigating circumstances or other reasons why things had been allowed to slide in this way. Engineer Eustanoe replied that he had had many talks with Dr. Tinker but admitted that he could not get a definite statement from him although the Doctor offered no verbal objections to the excavation then going on. The Engineer stated that he realized that Dr. Tinker had left without the matter being definitely settled but that he. had planned to see the Doctor again and see if he would not 4it release an additional 4 feet of the Wyckoff land which would be necessary because of the additional widening which had already been made between Professor Bosworth and Fall Creek Drive. After a few more questions regarding changes the plans for this project, the Engineer was excused and the Board returned to Executive Session. The Board discussed the present situation and the general administration of the office of the City Engineer for the past few years. Commissioner Egbert pointed out that Board had only to decide whether it would be to the oitirls best interest to make a change or whether Mr. Eustance was so valuable a man that the City could not afford to do without him. It was agreed that personalities should not enter this question but that the matter should be considered on a business basis and the point of view of the Council and the taxpayers, as to what- was the best thing and the right thing to do. The question was raised as to the possibility of curbing the miscellaneous activities that apparently had occupied the Engineer 's time so that satisfactory plans and estimates could properly be prepared. In this connection the Clerk was requested 9 t`? B. P. A. -2- 3 -15-37 to read the written instructions issued by the Board under date of August 13, 1934 and January 2, 1935- It was agreed that these instructions were very clear and explicit and that they had not been followed. Commissioner Sawdon stated that the pre - publication of contemplated Board action before meetings had made the Board virtually a rubber stamp. After some further discussion of the matter, it was moved, seconded and carried : RESOLVED that the City Engineer, Mr. Harry W. Eustance, be granted a leave of absence with pay from this date to June 1, 1937- It was moved,seconded and carried:RESOLVED, that Assistant Engineer 11'arble be and he hereby is appointed acting City Engineer and authorized to perform the duties and assume the responsibility of City Engineer until further notice. It was moved, seoonded and carried : RESOLVED, that the deed presented by the City Attorney for rights -of -way along Stewart Avenue from Dr. Tinker and the Wyckoff property be accepted and placed on file. It was moved,seconded and carried : RESOLVED, that the agreement prepared and approved by the City Attorney between the City and Mr. and Mrs. Bouvorth be approved and further that the Board hereby approves and confirms the execution of said agreement by the ka.yor and City Clerk; said agreement to be placed on file. The Clerk was directed to furnish acting City Engineer Marble witi, a copy of the rules and regulations issued by the Board Augmst 13, 1934 and January 2, 1935. On motion meeting adjourned to reconvene at the Call of the Mayor. J. t. Matthews, City Clerk .r ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 9:30 A.a1. Mar.17,19 7 PRESENT : Mayor Myers Commissioners- Sawdon ,Allen,Egbert,Merrill,Y4iscall Forester -Baker Acting Engr - marble Clerk - Matthews Attorney - Powers STEWART AVENUE PROJECT : The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Miles, local director of W.P.A. , regarding the use of washed sand and gravel on the Stewart Avenue project in- stead of run -of -bank gravel as was originally estimated in the project application. It was agreed that run -of -bank gravel should not be used on this project. Acting Engineer Z4arble was directed to redesign the sidewalks and supporting wall and secure final approval of said design from the entire Board, pending which he might secure approval, if necessary, from the construction committee in order not to hold up the work. It was agreed that the construction committee would talk with Mr. Miles regarding the supervision and operation of projects and also the desirability of transfering men from a project that cannot be worked to advantage, due to weather or other conditions, to one on which the men can work temporarily with greater efficiency. Attorney Powers reported that all rights of way along Stewart Avenue where work is in progress had been obtained and that others were being closed and would be secure d in time so that the work would not be held up. The matter of approving the cross sections suggested for grading the slope at the Knoll was left with the Construction Committee and they also were authorized to approve piling for the sewer outfall job. It was agreed that it was a city responsi- bility to maintain the Inlet and other creek walls and the Creek Committee was authorized to approve temporary repairs at Champaign Coal Co. 196 REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 4: oo P. . MARCH 2411937 PRESENT :- Mayor - dyers Commissioners - Sawdon, Miscall,Merrill,Egbert,Allen Alderman - Perry Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Acting City Engineer - Marble Water Dept. Supt. Carpenter General Foreman - Alby Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Garage Foreman - Taylor MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved, CURB ASSESSMENT : -lrir. Joseph Hickey appeared on behalf of the Church of the Immaculate Conception and requested that the Board expunge the curb assessment against Mt. Clivet Cemetery on E. State Street, because the church_ has no funds to finance this work. Mayor Myers informed him that the matter would receive the attention of the Board. 17-STATE ST.:- Mr. Bailey appeared on behalf of the N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corporation and r�equested that they be granted permission to close West State Street to traffic while engaged in repairing service laterals there. By Commissioner Misoall:seconded by Commissioner Sawdon RESOLVED, that the request be granted with the understanding that the Clerk be notified in advance when it becomes necessary to close this street. Carried. DAMAGE CLAIM :- Mr. George W. Morgan appeared before the Board and presented a claim in the amount of $10G for damages alleged to have been sustained when a passing car ejected a loose stone from the pavement through his plate glass window at #314 college Auenue. He claimed that the Water Department had dug up the street in front of the premises to repair a water service and had not replaced the pavement at the time of the accident. By Commissioner Merrill : seconded by Commissioner Egbert RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water Committee and City Attorney for recommendation to the Common Council. Carried. SIX �MIW CREEK Messrs. Pritchard, Hurst & liarion, property owners along Six Mile Creek, appeared before the Board and requested that some action be taken regarding the situation existing in Six Mile Creek adjacent to Clinton Street. They claimed that the creek had undermined the retaining wall and found a new channel under their properties. As evidence of this fact they called attention to the continued settling of the foundations of their buildings. Mayor Myers explained that a project proposal had been prepared and submit- ted for W.P.A. approval to correct this situation but as yet had not been approved. Commissioner Sawdon suggested that test holes be driven to see if such a channel exists. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Creek Committee for recom:.lendati on. Carried. SWAN :- STEWART PARK Mr. E. J. Barrett appeared before the Board and explained that some youngsters had recently maliciously killed a make swan which he kept at his home in Slaterville. He requested Permission to borrow one of the male swans at Stewart Park, for breeding purposes, to replace the one that was killed, and agreed that if there was any progeny he would divide equally with the city, The Clerk explained that these swans were originally purchased by the Stewart Park Cormnission and given to the city and that they were willing to have i:r. Barrett borrow one as there are two males and one female at Stewart Park at present. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Ca.mmissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the request of lair. Barrett be granted. C ^tried. TRUCK BIDS :- The Clerk opened and read the following bids for the Purchase of a truck for the Water Department, as duly advertised : B.P.W. -2_ ifs; 3-24-37. Bidder Dean of Ith.a,ca n it it ?yang Engine & Gas. Cc. Odell :rotor Co. , Inc. Walter D. Heim Lang Eng. & Gar Co. Erie J,iiller & Co;. i:iAKE .OF TRUCK W ite Indiana International Reo Mack International (2 Ton) Chevrolet By Commissioner idiscall:seconded by Com. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the bids be received and referred to Ccm- .Mittee with power. A14OUNT 248, 50- 1, o68. 50 520,, 00 755.00 M. 00 691 � 00 650.00 the Equipment Carried,, u0mi_7issioner Miscall suggested that the successful bidder be asked to install a power take --off in the transmission for a lighting generator so that the truck will be properly equipped with lights for night work when breaks in the water main occur. This matter was also referred to the Eauipi:lent Committee. STEWART AVENUE :- Acting Engineer Marble presented revised plans for the widening of Stewart Avenue at the Knoll and explained that the construction Committee had recommended that the width of the street be fixed at 26, as originally planned, that the old retaining wall at the Tompkins County Trust Company property-be' left as'it'-is and that a concrete beam be built on its top to support the sidewalk. Maintaining the width of the street at 26► will eliminate the necessity of the heavy gravity wall, it was explained. By Coi:uuissioner Sawdon : seconded by Corti :lissioner Egbert ; RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Cor.imittee be accepted and adopted, and that the plans, as presented for this work be and they hereby are approved. Carried. Acting Engineer 1ilarble presented plans for guard rails -for the west side of Stewart Avenue. By OOrmli ssi oner Sawdon : seconded by - Comr_ii ssi oner Egbert ; RESOLVED, that the plarw as presented be approved. Carried. Plans for the widening of this street from Thurston Avenue north to the city line were - discussed next but no action was taken pending inforriation relative to -its/way which ..light .have to be acquired Engineer Marble teas accordingly directed to get the descriptions, of such its /way. By Cormliasioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Miscall; RESOLVED, that Acting Engineer Marble be authorized to employ additional engineering help for the completion of Stewart Avenue. Garri ed. 17. STATE STREET :- Acting Engineer Marble reported that the project for est State Street had been submitted to W.P.A. -in the total W,-lount of 099, 000. and had been returned approved in the amount of $77,0000 He explained however that the local W.P.,41 Director had assured him that a supplement to this project would be enter- tained if found to be necessary. Another factor involved in this work is that the original project was estimated on the bgsis.of using runes -of -bank gravel for the concrete work and constructing a 611 base where the street car tracks no, are and, a 22" base on either side thereof; Inasmuch as this kind ;of gravel has been Proven useless and the Committee has decided to have a 6« _ base all the way through the street he stated that an additional appropria- tion would have to be made by the city or else curtail the extent Of the project. Coru-lissioner Hiseall suggested that crushed stone be used for the concrete •in this street. By Cormlissioner Sawdon : seconded by 00 : --i iissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the Acting Engineer prepare a neT estimate on the West State Street project on the basis of using crushed stone for the concrete and constructing a 611 base all the way through the street. Carried;. HANGARS :-- The Clerk reported that there was no city funds avai able from the old airport project but that there eras a p r ately w1,700..t7.P.A. funds available from this source, which could be used for any work at the airport. -Cosimissioners T iscall and Egbert both favored using this money to remove both old hangars and store the steel for future use. 001:11:iissioners Sawdon and Allen favored renovating one of the hangars and renting it to the Soil Erosion Service for storage quarters. The Clerk reported that the Portion of the field froi-.i the south side of the new hangars to the north was full of furrows and was badly in need•of grading. By COU'lissioner Sawdon : seconded by 001':i-- iissioner Terrill RESOLVED, that the Parks & Grounds Coi_iiaittee be instructed to study the entire Matter and slake a recommendation at the next sleeting 4 i1 S B.P.W. -3_ 3-24-37. regarding the purpose for which these rloneys should be spent. Carried. REIM - DRYDF,N RUAr - Re1�or ' , )L,. a co.:ipla .nt of Y�r. Reid�r oil a Dry i,; 1- ��ad., Coi.i� :iissi��ner IMF ;i �ccorinena -,hat Ghe c_ cy supply c�;u, f .loads of d'.rt� to dresL, ufj tie b �nli in front of d -.r � E' pr _ �perty. G viva UJ OraerEd, S'iREETS Commissioner iierrill reported that prices of `- 1 fo —lcion and L9.75 for cutback -- terms 2/1.0 w.L`,� 7" pe .. gal ors r 1/20 TT I 0 - had been rece�.ti ed by Foreman Alby from the Shell Oil CO!, for i_Icterials for street patching. By okw,r.,iss_oner Hisca:'.1 seconded by Ccm-mi ssioner Allen RESJi�`�ED, that puronaL e of the necessary street patching i:iateri als at tie above prices bE autthorized, C;a:cr?.ed: HAL7:ER. STREET :- Ccr :Missionei reported that the :, -Uy had ce pt� c� a deed to tla .l e Street two ears ago, 2� t of said street being inside the city lit :1itc and �'� r vu ±s.ic.� , le e:x��! ainee. t3hal the city garoage trucks ,jow usod it "'o advantage brit tlzcti', there wag some question as to whether the city could ::1ain-ta•i.a •try; portion cuts-i de , the city li iits. The clatter was referred to the Oit-y At "orney, SCHOOL ocrimissionez Se,wden reported that the N.Y -S. Ed. of Health was sponsoring a training school at Cornell U :Zlversity on April 7,9 and 9 for' sewer and water plant operators- On motion Hessrs George D. Carpenter, Elmer Hook and Edward Harris were authorized to attend. COPPER PIPE PURCHASE :- Commissioner Sawdon reported that the Water Superintendent had been advised that a 10` /o increase in the cost of copper pipe would be in effect after April 1, 1237 and recommended that he be authorized to order about 2,0001 of 2 ", 4, 2001 olf and 3,0001 of 11 pipe before this date. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by,0oi:1: -1i Rsioner Sawdon WHEREAS, in the interests of economythi "s Board deems it advisable to order, on or before April 1t'1937, sufficient quantities of copper pipe for the use of the Water Separ�ment during the present years And Whereas, all known persons and /or fircis engaged in this business have submitted prices thereon, AND WHEREAS, there is indufficient.time before_April.lst to duly advertise for bids on this material as prescribed by the City Charter, AND WHEREAS, tt -1s th0 *aanf'L' of this Board that the increase in prices after April 41-937 would more than offset any financial benefit that night accrue by reason of awaiting the formal advertising of bids thereon, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the forr_idlity of advertising, for bids be dibpensed with in this case and the purchase of the necessary materials authorized at the lowest prices quoted. TJ-Aanimously Carried and Approved. WATEkte-'14 NGED The Clerk reported that the City Chamberlain ad olloti� ng water accounts in his office which he was unable to collect, and he racomi:fended that they be expunged. J.J.Collins East Ithaca Brick Co. 707 N.Tioga St. 1Ljaple Ave. (To i:�.ay 9, 1917) $8.96 55.91 E.J.loore 305 E.Lincoln St. (To 6/21/21 5958 �4 Ids. Thomas 129 Cleveland Ave. St(To4 /1/16) • 26• 25.42 P- DoOonl.ey Hurst Barn -Giles 105 E,Clinton St. 2.00 �2 1 By Cool: :iissioner Sawdon *,seconded by Co:_Z::.iissioner Allen RESOLVED, That the recomi_iendation be adopted and the bills ordered expunged in accordance with the above schedule, Carried E, STATE STREET PETITION :- The Clerk reported that the Water Power & Control Commission had granted a petition filed by the Board se_ie ago for percussion to extend �aater services outside; the city 7.i -i-09, on East State Street. He explained that it was necessary t3 file another petition praying that the work done,if any, undea this authorization be approved. By Com::lissioner Merrill :seconded by Conr_Zissioner Say.:7don RESOLVED, that the 1. -ayor and City Clerk be authorized to file a. formal petition as required. OrLrried. - �- 3 -?� ->7 1.99 TRUCK BIDS Commissioner M- ..cull reported that the drag -line equip - me :it is now mounted on an old I,iaerty truck and the sprinkler on an e:.( Brcokway, He suggested -ha' the drc-ag -.line be transfezred to 'the B:� �.kT_az•, the sprinkler to _ one If 1,he garbage trucks and the i-u a nev! garbage truck be purchased, By Gof.T.i .ssione.r 11iscall : seconded by Com.Assioner Egbert RE"I' L"T_,,?), that the ,_latter be referred to the Equip:.lent Coy_ _littee to prepare specifications for the purchase of a neJ7 garbage truck. Carried. AUDIT By Commissioner 17:errill : seconded by Co:.1m. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Oam-.littee be and the snore hereby are approved for pay:-.lent. Carried. SLUDGE BEDS - RUNWAY :-- Acting Engineer ,�xble presented plains for the Vroposed new concrete walks in the sludge beds. His esti-,..late - for ,the cost of the work was $430, By Co_Zrlissioner Sawdon 7 seconded by Comm. Resolved, That the plans as presented be approved and the �7cfk authorized if funds are available, GaxIihd. RULES & REGULATIONS :- i�ttorney Powers presented a state:..ent regard- ing the organization of the Board and the duties delegated by the Board to its various officers, employees and departments. By Corriissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cora_r.1. Allen : RESOLVED, that the statement as presented, be effective as of this date'and until further notice and that the City Clerk be dzrecteA to furnish cq]ples to the depart-ii-lent heads. tarried BRINDLEY STREET :- Com:.iissioner Merrill reported that the st r :Lp of land adj ascent to the L. V. R. R. tracks betty- een Via. State and Buffalo Streets, known as Brindley Street, which is nm7 being used as a turn - around by the Ithaca Street Railway Coipany busses is in'bad condition and that a request for its ir.lprove :_lent had been receiWd. It was pointed out that this property belongs to the L.V.R.R. Co \� and that the franchise granted the Ithaca Street Railway Cor_lpa,ny 'by the Com"lon Council does not include this street. It was therefore decided that the Board could take no action in this matter. On :.lotion the meeting adjourned. . E. i:at the ;Ts, �/ City Clerk 200 BOARD OCITYBOFCITHACA,pN�YEEDIi�TGS Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. April 14, 1937 PRESENT: DDIayor - Myers Ebert, Miscall, Causer Commissioners - Allen, Merrill, SFwdon oresterg- Baker Alderman - Perry Water Supt. - Carpenter Attorney - Powers Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Clerk - Matthews Highway Supt. - Alby Acting Engineer - Marble g MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. GRANDVIEW AVENUE Residents of rrandview Avenue appeared before the Board and requested that some action be was pointtede out vthat eth�is is passable condition of this street. I the city a, private street and therefore could not ine aadeedlthereto. It also unless title is acquired to it by accep g resentation ointed out that the matter of procuring a deed for p vva p property owners. In answer to the city was a responsibility of the P oor condition as a.re.sult to the contention that this street was in p t. Carpenter was of the Water Dept. laying a water main there, Supt. instructed to inspect it and have the ditch properly filled if necessary. One resident called attention to the lack of dAuroraeSt. in this street pointing out that the water flo��led into S. causing very dangerous icy conditions on this street in the winter. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen rred to the Hig hway Committee to RESOLVED, that the matter be refe investigate in regard to the drainage condition an Ca on S. Aurora St. PLACE Mr. Pearsall appeared before the Board and reauested PEARSALL ear. L Pearsall Place be gravelled and oiled this .y By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Sawdon �v Committee. RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the . Carried. AIR CONDITIONING lAr. Fred Broom appeared on behalf of Jamieson - McKinney Co. and explained that he anticipated installing Her_ State St� conditioning apparatus at the Home Dairy on E•ose of the discharge requested information as to how he'should disp water. He pointed out that this rdsshould dconsidereextensionyvOf - its steadily growing and that the Board po -n storm sewer system to take care of this matter. alCpublic for the ex- out that it was not reasonable to tax the gener tension of storm severs to benefit a few business concerns. Sawdon By Comm. ITiscall, seconded by Comm. Committee case. RESOLVED, that the matter be re power watereinrthisil specs . c power to arrange for the disposal of Carried. CREEK vALLS -,Ir. Champaign again appeared before the Board relative repairs to the creek Lull in the inlet adjacent to his property. In this connection, repair of the walls in Cascadilla Creek and Six iUiile Creek was also discussed. All three tentativecbdsdoneateel emergencies. Comm. Iniscal �g against increases in sheet - piling be procured to protect the city , g prices which are steadily rising. By Comm. ldiiscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert are RESOLVED, that Acting City Engineer l:Iarble be instructed to prepare plans and estimates for each one of these three emergencies. he BEEBE CO1rwiUNITY CHAPEL The Clerk eread a commu icationtfrom tavated secretary of Beebe Community Chapel material from W. State St. to fill the lot on the north side of the Chapel. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Allen lied when RESOLVED, that the reauest be granted and the fiCarried. convenient. HAZEY CLAIiu7 The Clerk presented ofchisrncliente Delphinef Hazen, filed by Attorney Baker on behalf ro riated by the City for a parcel of land alleged to havurbosesap p located at 1024 Giles St. of Ithaca for high�ray ana grading p p the City Attorney. nn innti nn the claim was referred to A 201 B.P..tiu. Proceedings- - -2- April 14, 1937 GENERAL' CHIHICAL Co. - Contract The Clerk reed an agreement sub- mitted by the General Chemical. Company amending the present contract for the purchase of Aluminum Sulphate, by waiving the cancellation privilege and continuing the contract in effect to Dec, 31, 1935, and from year to year thereafter unless written notice to the oDo- trary be given by either party on or before September 30th, of any year: It was further stipulated that the price in this contract is to apply on all shipments up to December 31, 1937 and that Qe p ce herein specified is subject to adjustment during the last f i.teen clays of December, 1937 covering shipments during the next succeew ing quarterly period, and during the last fifteen days of subsequent quarters regarding contemplated prices for succeeding quarters, By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm, Miscall RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the agreement as presented._" CITJ HALL,_- Attic The Clerk read a communication from Driscoll Bros quoting a price of 0476, for complete insulation of all attic area of the City Hall t ith red top' rock wool insulation. A 154 saving in the annual fuel bill was estimated. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall RESOLVED, that the matter be tabled for future consideration. Carried. CAYUGA HEIGHTS - Water Rates The Clerk read a communication from the Village of Cayuga Heights requesting an adjustment in the water and hydrant service rates now in effect. Comm. Sa.yudon stated that he believed the city should not be expected to supply the Village with water at cost rates and that if the Village could install its own system and supply rater cheaper than what it is now paying, it would be to the city's advantage by relieving it of enlarging its plant and equipment which otherwise would not be necessary for many years to come. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water Committee. Carried. STREET LIGHT The Clerk reported that he had another inquiry re- garding the request for a street light in the vicinity of the North Side House. On motion the matter was left Tith the Lighting Committee. SE ?IER LAYER'S BOND The Clerk presented a personal bond "filed by Horner B. Ma.cNameu for a sever layer's license. He explained that he had met all other requirements for the license. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. herrill RESOLVED, that the bond filed by Mr. hac damee be and the same hereby is approved. Carried. HALLER STREET Attorney Povers reported a deed to Haller St., 25' of said street and 25' outside. He suggested that the back to the original owners, maintain it the portion outside the city- limits,to t On motion the matter was referred to the cuss Tith the Tonn Board. that the city had accepted being inside the city limits city either deed the street as a private road or deed he Town of Ithaca. Highway Committee to die- . 0arried. QTER SHED RT/WAY Attorney Powers reported that the rt /c:ay for access to the south side of the rater shed had been acquired from the D.L.A. R.,R. STEART AVENUE, Acting Engineer Marble asked if the Board Yished to discontinue work on Stewart Avenue, north of Thurston Avenue, pending consent of all property owners for the use of their land where necessary, It Yas so ordered. W. STATE STREET Acting Engineer Marble presented a revised estimate for the repaving of W. State St.; 162,770. being the city's share of the cost, or an increase of 117,235. over the amount already appropriated for this work. He explained that this increase Bras due to the reduced ';v.P.A. contributions for materials and equipment; the laying of concrete curbs instead of the old sandstone, and the use of washed sand and gravel for the concrete base in place of run -of- bank gravel as originally planned. Comm. Egbert reported that the B.P.W. 2 02 proceedings r4- April 14, 1937 OLD BRICK Comm. Merrill reported that various .people had requested that they be given some of the old bricks being taken from yv. State street. Some of the people making these requests have offered to pay for them, he explained. F Bert By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Eg RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee with power'. DRIVEWAY -ti's. Seneca St. Comm. Merrill reported that Mr. Carpenter residing at 102 W. Seneca St. complained that when driving into his driveway the bumper of his car hits the pavement. On motion Foreman AlbwV was instructed to inspect the situation and report. CLIFF STREET Comm. Merrill reported that Tyr. Klinko residing on St. complained that the retaining wall in front of his p p Y was slipping and that he feared his house would slide into the street By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. 11iscall RESOLVED, that action in this matter be deferred. arried. PROSPECT _STREET Comm. Merrill reported that a property owner on Prospect Street had requested permission to install a catch basin in his sidewalk to catch the water coming down the hill. On motion the request was denied because of danger to pedestrians. E. STATE STREET Comm. Merrill reported that L-ir. C. B. Sta.nion had r'eque'sted permission to cut- away the ccurb between his two drivecons E. at the entrance to his property at t inuou s.. dr ivelivay . By Comm. Merrill*, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED) that the matter be referred to the Engineer and Highway Committee for investiga ion. Carried. UNIVERSITY AVENUE The matter of completion of the remaining man - Foie in the ditch on the east side of University Avenue was left with the Highvlay Committee and City Engineer. CASCADILLA CREK;- Coma. a7orril'l reported that I`r. Johnson had re- ques ed that some 'action be taken to remove the dirt from Ca.sca.dile Creek which has been left there after building toe wa.11sppro0'°1 of explained th�?t this would be taken care of r.hen ''.P.A. a supplemental project for this work is received. SIX T %TILE CREEK Comm. iY2errill recommended th t a test hole be sun . in the vicinity of the j"inrion or Hurst properties adjacent to Six I.iile Creek and another one near the bridge on Clinton St., if possible, in an effort to a:scerta'in trhat dam *g'e has been done by flood waters a.t this location. He recommended, however, that an - greement be dr -wn by the City Attorney which vould indemnify the city against any loss while engaged in this work on private propez By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by comra. Allen RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be instructed to get permission frol.. these property owners to do this work; and further that he be in- structed to draw up an indemnity agreement �s reco mine nded by Comm. LAerrill, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that upon. completion of such arrangement by the City Attorney, the City Engineer be authorized d. proceed with the sinking of these test holes. Carried. Comm. Tiierrill reported that Mrs. Shepherd residing ,t 114 -16 Spencer at. had requested a concrete wall along Six ?file Creek 'adjacen to her property. Comm. Egbert By Comm. Herrill, seconded by RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Engineer and High�rtlay Carried. Committee. CASCADILLA CREEK Comm. Merrill inquired if C^scadilla Avenue shoulc . be kept closed pending the drawing of plans for the reconstruction of the walls in Cascadilla Creek a.dja,cent thereto. It -as so ordere SURFACE TREATI.iENT The Clerk presented a list o'f streets f treat er. the Highway Foreman which would require this year. In. addition he reported that cert ^in streets double in this year, treated in 1935 t�rere in need of attention aga the B.P.W. Proceedings -3- April 14, 1937 2n�� Co6otruction Committee, with the advice of a member of the Finance Oommittee of the Common Council, had changed the plans regarding the curbs. By Comm. 1.1iscall, seconded- by QgMm. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the action of thl'�'-Qonstruction Committee in this matter be and it hicreby is approved. Carried. Comm. Egbert presented :0 de on 8hnd and gravel to be used on this street, and recommended #� �, the bid be awarded E. M. Rumsey & Son ® *1.00 per ton at their 11C By Comm. Egbert, seconded Comm. Miscall RESOLVED,.that the contract for furnishing sand and gravel for 'T State St. be and the same hereby is awarded E.P.. Rumsey & Son. Carried. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the Common Council be and they hereby are requested to furnish an additional appropriation of 117,239. for the repaving of W. State St. Carried. Comm. Egbert submitted completed plans for two blocks of W. State St. from Albany to Corn Street, and recommended their ap»roval. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Miscall RESOLVED, that the plans for the two blocks as presented be and the same hereby are approved. Carried. Comm. Egbert suggested that some steps-be taken to have the concrete islands at-the railroad tracks on this stre -et removed. The Clerk was instructed to contact both railroad companies regarding this matter. Comm. Egbert reported that the Finger Lakes State had requested three or four street car rails from By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Miscall - RE SOLVED, that the request be grantEd4 without any C Arrangements for disposal of the street car rails were left with the Finance Committee. Parks Commission W. State St. charge for the rail.;: arried. from this street STE- ,,:ART AI?ENUE PLANTING Forester Baker reported that he had con- tacted the Soil Erosion Service and been advised that they would furnish the shrubs for planting "The Knoll' on Stewart Avenue. The Forester was instructed to arrange for the planting of these shrubs. CEiIETERY HOIST By Comm. SaL,don, seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the purchase of a new casket lowering machine for th City Cemetery be and the same hereby is authorized. Carried. VAULT REPAIRS Comm. Allen reported that the cemetery vault was badly in need of repairs. He suggested that a. new vault be built with the old bricks on hand. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. 11iscall RESOLVED, that the Committee be authorized to have plans prepared for this Mork. Carried. AIRPORT Comm. Savidon reported that he, together Tith Prof.Johnstonu- Nallace, had inspected the airport and found that it t: -as in i nmediatt, need of rolling to save last year's seeding. He recommended that th( Forester be authorized to have it rolled as soon as possible, By Comm, Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the City Forester be and he hereby is authorized to roll the✓ airport and to make provision for its i,o1.ing v.-ben the time olat,s, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Public ?orks hereby requests the Common Council for a budget appropriation of "500. to pay for the cost of keeping the field mol.Ted and buying roofing materials for one of the old hangars, which is to be repaired and rented as storage quarters to the Soil Erosion Service, Carried. CRESCENT PLACE Comm. 1Jierrill reported that the drainage condition of Crescent Place .;as similar to that on Pearsall Place. The matter �I s left ;ith the Highvay Committee. HILLVIE',, PLACE SIGN Comm. Plerrill reported that the sign ordered placed on Hillview Place had not yet been installed. The City Attornc.r was directed to compose the suitable wording for such a sign, to be secured and erected by the Highwey Department. 04 B.W.P. Proceedings -5- April 14, 1937 of which was not anticipated in the budget. The cost of the latter item was estimated at $3,600. By Comm. I11iscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the Board of P ublic Works hereby reauests the Common Council to make an additional appropriation of ft3,600. for this pur- pose. Carried. ROAD OILING On motion the Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids on road oil and other materials needed for the surface treat- ment program. LOT - WATER SHED Comm. Sawdon reported that 1.1r. Updike who owns z. lot in the water shed adjacent to the 601 dam anticipates disposing of the timber growing on it.' He explained that removal of the timber would constitute a. hazard to the city and that the remaining brush would be left there which in, time would wash into the dam. He stated that 1,61r. Updike had offered to sell the lot, approximately seven acres, to the city for ;500. He recommended its purchase a.s part of the water shed. By Comm. Satidon, seconded by Comm. 11iscall RESOLVED, that 11r. Updike be paid $500. from funds in the ;ua.ter Department for said lot upon receipt of proper deed thereto. TRUCK - eater Department committee had reviewed th received ct the preceding E. J. PQiller Co. had been accordingly. Carried. Water Supt. Carpenter reported that the bids for a, truck for the Water Department meeting, and that the low bid of accepted and a Chevrolet truck ordered PIPE - '.dater Department By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that Water Supt. Carpenter be authorized to secure prices on 6" and 811 pipe and standard fittings for the Wuater Deportment and submit same as soon a,s possible. Carried. AUDIT By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. li7errill RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby approved for payment. Carried. W. STATE ST. BLVD. LIGHTS Comm. Miscall reported that the N.X.S. Electric & Gas Corp. had agreed to furnish all cables and conduits for the proposed boulevard lighting system on V. State St. as Drell as pay the city's share of the cost of constructing standards, etc, The labor for this work will be supplied by ,7.P.A. upon approval of a supplement to the W. State St. project. He also reported that the Company was willing to move the present sixteen lamps anywhere in the city desired and replace them with 40 ne, -- ornamental lamps. He anticipated that the cost of the new lamps would be about "65. _per year for the first ten years. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the. Acting City Engineer be authorized to prepare a supplement to the present project, covering the cost of this work. Carried. STREET SuVEEPER Comm. Iiiscall reported that, having reviewed the operation of street s' ,reepers in other cities, he was in favor of purchasing the Elgin machine. Comm. Sati,don objected to buying any s', -eeper this year. He took exception to the fact that both companies submitted identical bids, even to a penny, on different types machines. By Comm. i,iscall, seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the purchase of an Elgin street s;reeper be and the same is authorized at a total cost of X6654.20. Ayes - 4 Nayes - 2 Motion Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene ldednesday, April 21, 1937 at 4:00 P.M. J. E. 11atthews �� City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Adjourned Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor Myers Commissioners Miscall, Merrill, Allen, Causer, Egbert, Sawdon Attorney <- Powers Clerk Matthews Acting Engineer Marble Forester Baker MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. TRUCK BID5 The following bids on Clerk: BIDDER International Harvester Co. - Finger Lakes Garage Co. Erie J. Miller & Co. Wm. T. Pritchard 11 11 11 Dean of Ithaca Odell Motor Co. Walter D. Helm By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. 'RESOLVED, that the bids be received investigation and report. a garbage truck were YQW 0.TRUC1 International Ford Chevrolet Dodge 12 ton " r 2 ton White Indiana Rheo Mack Egbert and referred April 21, 1937 opened and. read by the NET I,C FFOwB .II THACA $1,724,00 1,746.00 1,700.00 1,897.00 2,113.00 2, 000. o0 1,796.00 1,826.50 to the Equipment Committee for Carried. BIDS ON ROAD MATERIALS The following bids on' road materials were opened -and read by the Clerk: 2 QQ BBB ,S. QE= S. Side Coal Co. $2.315 per bbl. Robinson & Carpenter 2.37 Driscoll Bros. 2.37. Cotton & Hanlon 2.37 Potter & Allen 2.47 less disc. of 10¢ By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Causer per bbl. in 10 days RESOLVED, that the low bid of S. Side Coal Co. be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. VING BRICK _ Cotton & Hanlon Driscoll Bros. Westport Brick Paving Co., Balti.more,Md. McAvoy Vitrified Brick Co. ,Phila. , Pa. H H H It It it Sterling Brick Co., Olean, N.Y. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall RESOLVED, that the low bid of the Sterling Brick accepted and awarded, $47.00 per M. 41.90 11 11 � 1/20 49.20 n „ - 1/ �5 46.00 ,r t, by rail 1/15 49.00 " " by truck 39.95 11 H Co. be and the same hereby is AIM BE IT FMTHER RESOLVED, that the matter of the type of brick to be used be left with the Construction Committee with power. Carried. Cotton & Hanlon Mexican Petroleum Corp. Shell Union Oil Corp. Colonial Beacon Oil Co. Atlantic Refining Co. Lake Asphalt Corp. American Bitumuls Co. The Texas Co. larner- Quinlan Co. Socony Vacuum Oil Co. 20; 18,000 GALS. 9,000 GALS. I T BRICK FILL R ASPHALT U BACK .13 per gal. net .l 5 per gal. ne.L "— 2/10 .lo47 2110 .o947 23.10 per ton .1062 .099 per gal. .1062 .0944 per gal.- 2/10 .0952 11 -11-2/10 .0993 It - 2110 .1062 11 " 2110 .1097 " It _ 2110 .1071 " " 2110 22.60 per. ton .1062 per ";pest .0948 per gal. 2/10,1/20 .0962 rt gal. 2110 .1033 " H 2110 .1062 " if 2 /1C By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the low bid of Atlantic Refining Co. on the asphalt brick filler be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the low bid of Atlantic Refining Co. on the asphalt cut back be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. B.P.W. Proceedings ^2t- April 21, 1937 W. STATE ST. BLVD. LIGHTS Comm. Miscall reported that the N.Y.S. Electric and Gas Oo. had agreed on a rate of $80. per year per lamp of 600 c.p. for the pro- posed boulevard lights on W. State St. He explained that this price included $26.24 for amortization and interest charges which would be dropped after the first ten years, thereby reducing the annual mainteaanae charge of $53.7 per further explained that the company had agreed to relocate the present lights any- where in the city, without charge. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED, that with approval of the Council, the 9.Y. S. Electric and Gas Corp. be authorized to install on W. State St., 40 new 600 c.p. ornamental lighting units at a cost of $90. per year for the first ten years, it being understood that such chargk will be reduced to $53.76 at the end of said ten years. Carried. PARKING AREA j'EPTC� Attorney Powers reported that in constructing curbing along the driveway at the west end of the parking area to protect the fence, the city had en croached on a private rt,/way. He explained that the owners of the rt/w.ay had quested that they be given assurance that the maintenance of this fence would not be adverse to their rights. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall RESOLVED, that Acting Engineer Marble be instructed to check over this situation and report his findings at a subsequent meeting. Carried, CEMENT TESTING Comm. Sawdon recommended that some provisions be made for testing the cement to be used on W. State St. Acting Engineer Marble was instructed to make arrangements for such testing. STE&ART PARK APPROPRIATIONS Comm. Merrill reported that the Stewart Park Commission had authorized certain improvements at Stewart Park and made an appropriation therefor at their meeting held April 19, 1937• By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the improvements at Stewart Park, as authorized by the Stewart Park Commission, be and the same hereby are approved.. Carried. gAbaV, ILW LVZNUE Comm. Merrill reported that he had inspected Grandview Avenue and found that it would have to be drained to S. Aurora St. This would necessitate curb and gutter on Grandview Avenue and a storm sewer on Aurora St. Comm. Sawdon reported that he had also inspected it and stated that the laying of a water main there had in no way been responsible for the condition of the street as contended by property owners. After further discussion of the matter it was agreed that the city had no responsibility_ there because this street is privately owned and it was also agreed that the city would not consider accepti.mg a deed to this street until curb and gutter is constructed there; in accordance with the BoardIs requirements. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Merrill RESOLVED, that the Clerk be instructed to notify property owners on this street of the Board's decision in the matter and furnish them with a copy of the rules of the Board in this respect. E. AC Comm. Merrill reported that Pearsall Place would have to be drained into a street outside the city limits or into the creek by obtaining an easement across private property. He reported that Foreman Alby had suggested that if the property owners furnish pipes for the entrance to their driveways, the street could be graded and fixed temporarily. By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED , that the property owners on this street be notified that the city will arrange for drainage and fixing if they will furnish pipes for their driveways on the south side of the street. Carried. HALLE STREET Comm. Merrill reported that he had consulted with the Town Supervisor and Town Superintendent regarding the condition of Haller Street. He stated that Superintendent Baker had recommended that the street be kept open to traffic and agreed to grade the street and open the ditches there as soon as possible with the understanding that the city and town would make arrangements for its future development later. OLD� BRICK Comm. Merrill recommended that the vacant lot owned by the city be- tween the property of McReavy Coal Co. and L.V.R.R. tracks be filled with materials excavated from ',T. State Street and used for piling old bricks on. He also recommended that people requesting old brick from W. State Street be allowed to take a reasonable number provided they either apply to the city foreman at the job with their own truck at a suitable time in order not to interfere with.progress of the viork, or pay truck rental in advance if city trucks are to be used for hauling. It was moved, seconded and carried that the recommendations of Comm. Merrill be approved. 207 B.P.W. Proceedings —3 April 21, 1937 SI MILE- C gX Comm. Merrill reported that he had investigated the request of Mrs. Shepherd, 11-16 Spencer Street, for a concrete wall along the creek adjacent to her property, and recommended no action necessary. AIR CQND-I-TIQNING In connection with the proposed air conditioning of the Home Dairy on E. State Street, Comm. Merrill suggested that the Board grant temporary permission to run the discharge water into the sanitary sewer pending future provision for taking care of this matter. The Clerk informed the Board that there was a catch basin already located in the northwest corner of the parking area and it was suggested that a line be run from the Home Dairy to this location. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVER, that the City Engineer be authorized to run -a 4" line from the Home Dairy building to the catch basin in the northwest corner of the parking area if said air conditioning is authorized; and that a fee of $50. be charged for each connec- tion thereto. Carried. CR14N EQLS Comm. Egbert Iresented the following estimates for emergency repairs of the creek walls: Gascadilla Creek, N. Cayuga St. to Sears St. $ 9,300- Six Mile Creek,near Clinton St. 5,100. Inlet, between State St. and Seneca St. 13,250. By Comm. Egbert, seconded. by Comm.- Sawdon RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works hereby requests the Common Council for an appropriation of $30,650. for the repair of these walls. On motion the meeting adjourned, ' f J. E. Matthews �'-� City Clerk `0 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA N.Y. _ APRIL REGLA :.�7aTL G - 26, 6, 1„ 937 i?RES. vor ,.yers C o::i..d s si oners- Sar-don, Allen, lii soa.11,; ierr il_l, Egbert, Causer At - orney- Powers =later Supt.- Carpenter Cle_;- c- 7ria.ttuhet78, Sewer Supt- Douri1erty Act_n Dn- ;i nee r- ::�c.rule General Foretl ^,n -Alby is -:?U "48;- Einutes o.f the preeeai.,, meeti [z ,7e-�,e club► a,p-o -coved. BIDS: -Tine follo�,in bids for the purchase of 1,362 tons of lA stone, Item I, were opened and- read by the Oleri.: B.C.Per:cins y�l 60", per ton delivered_ .E.:..Ru;;isey & Son 1.65 " " " - 2/10 Bero Engineering Co. 1.95 General Crushed Stone Co. 1.65 " In discussing these bids it eras pointed out that the first td-o bidders quoted on crushed ;;ravel whereas the latter two quoted on crushed limestone. There was some question as to Vhicn bid was lo«est because of the difference in weight of the t"-o materia180 Ootim.i;iscall reeoiz,iended purchase of the limestone from Bero Company because of its A. superior quality. Coi-ziissioner Sai.,rdon moved tiiat action be deferred pending further investigation of the bids. There Baas no. second to this i.iotion. It was then moved by Comm. Liscall, seconded by Coca: . ikerri.11 and carried that tiie contract be awarded to the Bero E,n -,ineering Canipazy. The Olerk opened and read the folio,rrinr bids Koppers Co. .0898 pr., gal. -Barrett Co. .0925 " By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by RESOLVED,that the low bid of $10662 the Lake Asphalt Corporation be and awarded. By Commissioner Miscall: seconded by vommissioner Miscall: per gal. on Item 2 as submitted by the same hereby is accepted and Carried Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED,that the low bid of $.0594 pr. gal. on Item 3 by Colonial Beacon Oil Company be and the same hereby and awarded. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Causer RESOLVED, that the low bid of $.0898 pr. gal. on Item by Koppers Company be and the same hereby is accepted as submitted is accepted Carried 4 as submitted and awarded. Carried The clerk read a proposal from Moran & Gleason Groton,N.Y. for the application of road oil,emulsion,tar and asphalt cutback at $.0145 $.017, 0145 and $.02 respectively to the city streets. He explained Moran & Gleason had done this work last year at the same price and that the work proved to be very satisfactory. By Commissioner Miscall :seconded by Comm.Sawdon ; RESOLVED,that Moran & Gleason be and they hereby are awarded the contract for applying road oil.,emulsion,tar and asphalt cutback to the city streets for this season,at the respective prices quoted. d Carri e 0 Item 2 - 45,000 gals Item 3 - 65; 000 gals . Co. Asphaltic Emulsion Asphaltic Road Oil 6-0712 gal -2.10 .0 27 pr. ga - 2/10 American Bitumuls Headley Asphalt Co. .0753 pr. " "2/10 -1/20 .0700 " " 2/10 ,_1/20 Lake Asphalt Corp. Corp. .0662 " " 2/10 " " 2/10 .0652 .061 " " 2/10 " " 2/10, Mexican Petroleum .0745 -- 05.4 '� rr 2/10 Colonial Beacon Oil Co. - - - - '- - - " " • The Texas Co. - Shell Union Oil Corp. •0753 .0750 " " .0644 .0650 Socony Vacuum Oil Co. .0703 " " 2/10 " " 2/10 59� " " % " " 2/10 Atlantic Refining Co. .0703 .064+ Item 3-- 10,000 gals. Tar N.Y.S. Stem 74 Koppers Co. .0898 pr., gal. -Barrett Co. .0925 " By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by RESOLVED,that the low bid of $10662 the Lake Asphalt Corporation be and awarded. By Commissioner Miscall: seconded by vommissioner Miscall: per gal. on Item 2 as submitted by the same hereby is accepted and Carried Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED,that the low bid of $.0594 pr. gal. on Item 3 by Colonial Beacon Oil Company be and the same hereby and awarded. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Causer RESOLVED, that the low bid of $.0898 pr. gal. on Item by Koppers Company be and the same hereby is accepted as submitted is accepted Carried 4 as submitted and awarded. Carried The clerk read a proposal from Moran & Gleason Groton,N.Y. for the application of road oil,emulsion,tar and asphalt cutback at $.0145 $.017, 0145 and $.02 respectively to the city streets. He explained Moran & Gleason had done this work last year at the same price and that the work proved to be very satisfactory. By Commissioner Miscall :seconded by Comm.Sawdon ; RESOLVED,that Moran & Gleason be and they hereby are awarded the contract for applying road oil.,emulsion,tar and asphalt cutback to the city streets for this season,at the respective prices quoted. d Carri e 0 B. P.�'. --2- 4--25 -1937 209 INLET WALLS:- Mr. -H. Brockway a-ppe &red be�:ore the Board on behalf of Mr. Leslie Tyler and complained that inlet which had already caused considerable damage to the creek walls adjacent to his ware- house wars continuously washing out the gravel and fill from back of the piling. He stated that the floor in the warehouse was broken and falling away from the building and that as a result Mr. Tyler was foicced co discontinue renting it. He requested something be done to relieve this situation. By Egbert: seconded by Comm, Allen Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee. Carried. RT.'DGFDALE RD.,ACURB & GUTTER : -The Clerk read a communication from IH2, J.R.Bangs,Jr. pointing out that a petition for curb and'gutter on this street had been filed about a year ago. He asked that attention be given to this matter. A personal complaint of 1r.B.B.Baker regarding this matter was voiced by Commissioner Hiscall. After discussing the matter thoroughly it was moved by Comm. Meiri -.I, seconded by Commissioner Yliscall and carried that the 17..P,A. project for this work,which was returned for correction; be reviewed by the Engineer and resubmitted for W.P.A. approval. E.MARSHALL ST: The Clerk read a communication from Mr. 1Kuxglo resid- ing on E.-Harshall Street asking that the petition for correction of the drainage condition on this street] which was filed- in 1936, be acted upon. By Commissioner aerrill: seconded by- Cormiissioner Mdscall: RESOLVED, that Foreian Alby be instructed to inspect-this situation and authorized to correct it from general maintenance, funds if he dee:as the cost thereof to be of a minor nature;otherwise he shall report his findings at a subsequent meeting. Carried, CHLORINE CONTRACT :- The Clerk read a renewal contract, as presented by irlathieson Alkali Works, for the purchase of chlorine for the ensuing period of one year. By Com-111issioner Sawdon : seconded by CoIX.I. Allen RESOLVED,that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are author - ized to sign and seal the contract as presented; on behalf of the city. = Carried W-STATE BLVD. LIGHTS :- Cor=iissioner Miscall report -ed that the N- Y.Sta e Electric & Gas Corporation had requested the city to execute an agreement regarding the W. State Street boulevard lights. The Clerk read the proposed agreement wherein the cityyagreed to operate the system for 10 years. Comrissioner, 11iscall asked that the contract be corrected to include a statement reducing the rates after the ten year period by the a:lount of the amortization charge. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by CoiN-.N. Egbert : - RESOLVED, that the 1aayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign and seal this agreement when it has been corrected and approved by the City Attorney and Oa.r..on Council. Carried. D.L.0.R.R. AGREEMENTS :- The Clerk presented a de:lurrage agreement and an application for freight credit as submitted by the:D,L.&W.R.R.(, By Commmissioner ?Miscall : seconded by ColN,Nissioner Egbert: RESOLVED, that, upon approval of the City Attorney,the 1ayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and seal; s,7.id a,gree.le:nts. C3arried, W, STATE ST :-- Acting Engineer I?Iarble reco..T.iended that the curbs at the Intersection of West State and Albany Streets be rounded off, and inquired if the Board wished to repave the intersection, He also inquired what work he should include in the sup -olu -:lent for this projec After discussing the matter, it was decided that preparation of a supple-:lent for this project should be withheld for the present so thy? all necessary changes could be included in one supple�_ient. SIX MILE CREEK :- Acting Engineer iarble reported that test holes had been driven at Six mile Creek as authorized and that no evidence was found of an underground channel as .maintained by property owners. Co.:x_Zissioner Sawdpn recom-iended that ::lore attention be given to the -control of creek chn.nnels. He suggested that the six Iile Creek channel adjacent to Clinton Street bridge be changed in order to prevent it from continuously washing against the wall. Foreman Alby was instructed to take this !Natter up with the Creek Co:_r:Nittee when the water in the creep was low enough to permit working there. 2-10 B. P. W• -3- 4--28 -1937 ISLAND - INLET :- Mayor Myers explained that the State Department was sending a dredge here to dredge the harbor channel and that they had requested permission to deposit the fill on the island owned by the ci' 3y in the inlet.. It was gloved, seconded and carried-that the pe2lission requested be granted. ST _- Reporting on the request of HT, St, to cut the eu:.:.; rneen his two driveways at # 409 E. Stn.te Street, Co-lmissioner - explained that 1Xr. Stanion had info'rr_ied him that he wished do t'�a for the benefit of cars coming down the hill and entering 11 cry :-eT,vay. He reco:-.Ilended that permission be 47ithheld pending a better reason for the request. S,ALBAN:' uTREET :- The }:tatter of acquiring fill for the lot recently purchased by the city for a rt /way for the new State highway starting �.t S. Albany Street, was referred to Co:m: :lissioner Merrill to conta.ot the contractor building the new road and have this lot filled if possible to eliminate the writer which now dame up there. PIPE -WATER DEPT.:- Corl.missioner Sawdon reported that the Mater Department had received quotations on the purchase of pipe and fittings and that R.D.Wood & Co. was 1047 at 80-2¢ per foot for pipe and 52¢ for fittings. By Commissioner Sa-,7don:seconded by Commissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the Water Superintendent be and he hereby is author- ized to purchase the necessary pipe and fittings from R.D.Wood & Co., at the prices abovementioned. Unanimously carried and approved. STEUART AVENUE :- Attorney Po,ver-s reported that most grants of per::ii ssi on had been received from property owners on Stewart Avenue north of Thurston in connection with the widening of the street. He reported that Phi Beta, Delta had withheld per:::ission until their representatives had gone over the matter further with the Gity Engineer. STREET S- WEEPER :- Commissioner Miscall reported that the new street sweeper had been delivered. In this connection he rec©m:-lended that the- old :sweeper be presented to Cornell University. By Commissioner 1111iscall : seconded by Cogl.�issioner Egbert: RESOLVED, that the itrh..yor be authorized to present the old street s4zeeper to Cornell University. Carried. AUDIT :--By Corlpissioner Merrill : seconded by Coin. Sawdon RESOLVED, that tho bills approved and audited by the Finance Co,-_1._.ittee be and the same hereby axe approved for pay. :.ent. Carried. On :motion the :,ie,�ting. adjourned. XI • �1, ��itL�af .�.� ,r. J. E. HW tthews CITY CLERK BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS. CITY OF ITHACA N.Y. 1937 3 SPECIAL UEETIiyG :00 P•i::. GAY , PRESENT -Mayor - 11yers Con-iissioners - Sa4vdon ,Allen,Merrill,lliscr,ll,Egbert Clerk -- liat the 4as Acting Engineer - ia,rble mayor :yens announded that this special neeting had been called to reconsider the action taken at the preceding meeting in awarding to Bero Engineering Co. :ipany the bid for furnishing 1,362 tots of crushed stone, as well as any other ::ratters that :.iight properly cone before the Board at this ti.-ie. By Corm: :lissioner Egbert : seconded by 0oi:1:_iissioner RESOLVED, that the action taken at the preceding meeting awarding the bid to Bero Engineering Company for furnishing 1,362 tons of crushed stone be reconsidered.- Carried. of :lmissioner Sawdon questioned ,,7hother all bids :met state specification n reply Co::1::issioner Egbert pointed out that the Board should consider 4- hether tho materials quoted on were suitable for the .cork regardless of state specifications. Coyr.issioner :Miscall r000r riended that the best 0-1 ^,teri .ls be purchased in order to protect the investnont 211 B.P.W. -4- :.. 5�3�-1937 the city already, had in its streets. All' sae- _ib�ers conceded that crushed li,nestone is superior to. crushed st °one. By Cor_,- Assioner Merrill : seconded by Con-m- 1-liscall: RESOLVE)), that the action taken at the preceding meeting in this clatter be and -che same hereby is" rescinded.,, Carried. By �c:i ��.ssio iner iiscall seconded by Con,:. Egbert REC017:77). that the bid be split, awarding part thereof to E.Ii.Ru:lsey &. Z %n alc'_ part to Bero Engineering Company on the basis of quotations suh:�i ttzd, with the understanding that crushed limestone be used on s'�reets t ;ith good subbase and crushed gravel-on those lacking a good subbase, the actual a�:.Iount of either to 'be. deters fined by Acting. E�i�;ineer lRa.rble and Foreman Alby. Carried. G &RB_AGE TRUCK :- Co) :iraissioner Miscall reported that the Cor. littee had reviewed-the ed the bids for a garbage truck" received at a preceding r_zeeting and decided on a Chevrolet, with standard cab, _special.. wood body with web bottom and wheel pockets, and two oylind vhoist. He reooi_i::,ended that the final bid of $1,570 subr_li.tted by.. Erie J -I.�iller & Company for a truck of this type be accepted. ` By Conmi spi ones Kli scall : seconded by Conrii s si oner ` Egbert : RESOLVED, that the bid of Erie J. miller & Co;`.zpany in the amount of $1, 57P be accepted.. and awarded. Carried. W.SPTATE ST.-- PLANS Acting Enginber—Ha.rble presented completed plans for two blocks of t. State Street fron Corn to Fulton. The Co,mnittee approved a change in ._the drainage systen at Corn Street. By Commissioner I.liscall : seconded by Comn. Egbe 'rt •.. RESOLVED, that the plans for _the taro blocks, fro._ Cora, to Fulton St., be approved subject to the change in the drainage._ syst-em at Corn Street as approved by ,the 0.or1 :_,ittee. Carried. DIGGING IN STREETS :- Cor_ulissioner Hiscall called `attention to the way city streets have been misused in the, past by ut,il �ty ,canpanies and others digging holes for ,repair of gs;s,water:and sewer lines. He reco.i fended that anyone, including 'wat�e.r and sewer departbents, desiring to dig a hole in any :pavement ,for any reason`Ve required to ;obtain a permit to do so, a:nd..that if the hole is in a' new pavement -.such as 'J, State Street the full Board. should act can i:t. By Coi:vlissioner Iiiscall : seconded by CorM. Egbert ' RESOLVED, that any person, firm or corporation including the City Water and Sewer Departr_lents, who are 'authorized to open city streets- be required to apply at the office of-the City Clerk and secure a written .permit to do so ; and that they be required to notify the City Clerk's office the time when such street opening is refilled ready for repaving and that the city highway.departnent be required to repave and maintain such ope$ings in proper condition and the expense thereof be 'c11a.rged and collected fro"i the person, firm, corporation or department that .lade such opening. Carried. W.STATE ST. - SIGNALS :- Acting Engineer I.4arble reported that the D.L. & W. R.R. 00, is willing -to hove their signals but wished to place them as close to., tj.e tracks as pros- sitrle: He explained that in order to do this the Electric, & 6,,.s, Coripa:ny ti,-ould have to move a pole which is in the way. l-ir. 1:arble was ,instructed to- notify.- the F,4, ctric & Gas Ca -lpany to :aove this pole. ' Cor_l:aissioner Iiiscall recoa:le'ded that: the pay of "Huck," Taylor, garage fore-.an, be increased to $40 per week. ComI- Assi.one± Merrell reported the Finance Com:nittee already were considering this as Weil ?.a other changes, and,there,fore no action was taken.: Co;_l: :zissioner Al.jen suggested that sore provision '-be nade .to, require the covering of hayloads travelling through the city in order to prevent the hay from blo7,,ing over the streets. , No p.etion was- taken. K On :lotion the :ieeting .adj ourned. 144111e�Y eel- %� CITY CLERK 24 2 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. REGULAR MEETING 4: 00 P. ii. MAY 12. 1237 PRESENT: - Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Allen, Egbert,Uerrill,Uiscall,Causer Attorney - Powers Water Dept.Supt. - Carpenter Clerk - Matthews Sewer n - Dougherty Acting Engineer - marble General Foreman - Alby Forester - Baker MINUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. RT /TTiAY - E.Green St. Attorney Simpson appeared on behalf of the Standard Oil Company and explained that his client was- considering the purchase of property on E. Green Street west of the city parking area fro-.-7 Treman,King & Company and continuing the operation of the gasoline station now located there. He stated that the city now owns a strip of land S' wide immediately west of the west fence of the parking area over which various people have its /way, and that Treman, King & company owns a 4' strip west of that over which there are oertai. Other its /Vra,y. Treman,King & Company's rt /way over the city's property is for access to their warehouse and rear entrance to their store only and may not pertain to the property which they propose to sell to the Standard Oil Company. He pointed out that the city had built curbing 12' west of its property line to protect the parking area fence thereby reducing the width of its rt /way to 6i l and necessitating its users to encroach on the adjoining 41. He stated that it was im-- possible to gain access to the gas station over the present, 4' and therefore requested that his client be given a rt /way over�the city's Property from the line of E. Green Street to the north line of the Property they propose to purchase, being a total length of'612'. Commissioner Bawdon suggested that the request be granted in return for a rt /way from Treman,King & Company ; over their property for its entire length. Attorney Simpson said that this would not,be feasible because their warehouse which is 931 9" back froi -l;E.Green Street protrudes over the rt /way at this point. Attorney Trenan appeared at this time on behalf of Trsman,King & Company and stated that after the sale of the gasoline station they would still require a rt /way pertaining to the lot adjacent on the north. He suggested a reciprocal arrmingement whereby the City and Treman,King & 0oripany would eXchange Irts /way over their respective strips for 83' 9" northerly from E. Green Street. By Coraraiesioner Sawdon : seconded by Cori_lissioner Niscall: WHEREAS the Standard Oil Company and Treman,King & Company have requested a rt /way over property owned by the city, 8' �mide,extending northerly from E. Green Street 83' 9" along the westerly line of the City parking area., and WHEREAS, there is a 4' rt /way extending fron the north line of E.Green Street 83► 9" northerly along the .vest line of the city parking area property, TH;REFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the requestoof the Standard Oil Corlpany and Tre;.ian,King and Co::pany be granted uion the condition that a, right of way over the 4' strip for a distance of 8319" be granted the City ; and upon the preparation of a suitable agreement granting mutual rights of way over the entire 12' strip to Standard Oil Company, Treman,King and Company and City of Ithaca, their respective successors and assigns and upon the approval thereof by the City Attorney,the Mayor and Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to execute the sane, on behalf of the city. Unanimously Carried. In this connection Attorney Powers reported that Acting Engineer Marble had inspected the city's rt /way there and reported that the building Of the curb had reduced its 7dth by 1.41. He recom.'iended that a suitable resolution, as requested at a preceding sleeting, be adopted regard4ing this matter. BY Corrlissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen WHEAS, the City of Ithaca has constructed a concrete curb in the driveti7ay running northerly from E. Green Street along the crest end Of the city parking area,, and WHEREAS, various other parties have its /way over this driveway at the specified width of 81, which width is reduced 1.41 by the said curbland �7HEREAS, said owners have no objection to the present maintenance of said curb provided that no permanent adverse right is acquired by the city, NOVI THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the maintenance of said curb is for bbnvenience only and the City of Ithaca asserts no permanent or adverse right to such maintenance. Carried. B. P. W. -2- 5--12 -1937. DAMAGE CLAIM :- Attorney Powers reported that he had received two damage claims. One was in the anount of $223.00 filed by Mirs. Ida Edminister for injuries alleged to have been sustained when she feil'on the sidewalk on the north side of W. Seneca Street, opposite the Clinton House. The other, in the a.iount of $1,000. was filed by Mildred S. Wells for damages alleged to have been sustained when she fell on the sidewalk in front of the North Side Pharmacy. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cor.r.i. Miscall: RESOLVED, that the claims be referred to the Sidewalk Connittee. Carried. In this connection Attorney Powers reported that, upon recomrlendation of the Police Department, he had served written notice on the owner of property at the N.V. corner of Tioga and State Streets to repair a bad sidewalk condition on the -Tioga Street side. This, as well as other bad sidewalk conditions, was referred to the Highway Coimnittee. EASTWOOD AVENUE DEED :- Attorney Powers presented a deed from hr. F. L, Tyler, et. al. for Eastwood and Woodcrest Avenues which also included two service lanes as well as the right to lay and maintain sanitary and storm sewers. He explained that this deed had previously been presented but rejected until it was corrected regarding the turn - around on Eastwood Avenue and ,pith the further understanding that the streets should be properly monumented. Both these stipulations have been conplied with, he stated. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cor.im. Iriscall : RESOLVED, that the city hereby accepts the deed to "Eastwood and 'aoodCrest Avenues as presented. Carried. SIDEVVALKS -- PETITION The Clerk read a petition from property owners on Cornell Street and Eastwood Avenue requesting permission to be allbwed to construct 41 walks built to city specifications. They pointed out that their respective frontages were considerably longer than anywhere in the city and felt that a 41 walk ,ould be ample. 0=-.lissioner Sardon called attention to the grade' of Cornell Street south of the ravine,suggesting that it might be wise to change'it to permit its drainage into the ravine. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Miscall: RESOLVED, that in vied of the fact that these properties have wide frontages which will• mean a -sparsely populated district. an exception to the Board1b rules be ;.lade in this case and the request of the petitioners granted•, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the matter of the grade of Cornell Street be referred to the Highway Coma:iittee and Engineer for study. Carried. SIDEIVALK - HOOK PL"Z --.- Acting Engineer l:iarble reported that a property, owner residing on Hooke Place had also requested per,_.ission to build a 41 t7alk on Hook Place, He explained that some of the walks already there were 41 and some 51 but that this walk was abutting an existing 41 walk. By Conni8sioner'Miscall : seconded by Comr-i. Sa-7don : RESOLVED, that the request be granted. Carried. STEI;JART AVENUE :- Conrlissioner Egbert recorr:_iended approval of tho plans for the* vddening of Stewart Avenue north of Thurston Avenue, as presented by Acting Engineer ,,Irirble. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Corim. SaT.,rdon RESOLVED;..thAt the the as presented be andthe sa_:Ze hereby are rap-orove d.. Carried. SEWER OUTFALL :`t 'Cor:imissioner Egbert explained that an additional appropriation of �'1,100.•would be needed for the purchase of Concrete pipe for the sewer outfall project. 'He explained that this item` was originally estimated as a Federal contrlbution,but no �:- would have to be furnished by the city. By Commissioner Egbert seconded -by Conui. Merrill. RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Forks hereby requests the CoErion Council for an - appropriation of ;1,100. for the sewer outfall project. Carried. INLET WALLS : = By Conrii s si oheT Miscall : s, RESOI,,VED, that Acting City Engineer Marble Plane; and specifications for the repair of Rdja cent to the L.!,i.Cha.:.1paign property and cons. i derat i on. -conded by Corm . Egbert: be instructed to prepare the inlet calls sub:--Zit the sa-irle for Carried. 214 B. P. 7i. -3- 5 -12 -1937 HYDRANT RATES Corinissioner Sawdon reported that the dater Com-1 ittee had met with officials of the Village of Cayuga Heights rega.rding-the water and hydrant rates nor charged. He recom;:iended that the water rate remain as it is but felt that some reduction be made in hydrant rental because of the fact that the Village has agreed to pay $500. to the city for fire protection, He reconr- fended that the hydrant charge be reduced to $12. per hydrant per year. He also reported that-they asked for a cash discount for time payment of their bills but he did not recor_r.iend it. By Corzaissioner 3%iiscall:seconded by Co- 1'T-.�. Sawdon RESOLVED, that�the Board hereby reduces the fee charged the Village of Cayuga Heights for hydrant service frori $40 to $12 per hydrant per year ; such reduction to become effective Hay 5, 1937- Carried. L.V.R. R. AGREQZ T :- The Clerk presented an agree-.-lent as presented by the L.V.R.R. Co., granting perr_Zission to tine Water Depart:_Zent to install a 20" sleeve for the 121' water main in W.State Street under their tracks. By Co- m�- -iissioner Hiscall : seconded by Com._:. Sawdon RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign and seal said agreement on behalf of the ri city, after its approval by the City Attorney. HANGAR :- The Clerk reported that the Council had appropriated Q500 for airport maintenance and explained that this a- riount con- tained a sw:1 for the removal of the old east hangar and repair of the other date. By Cor_v_lissioner Allen : seconded by Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the.east hangar be torn down and the steel therefrom removed and stored at the Mater Department Building pendin� further study of its use. GOLF COURSE :- Commissioner Causer recomZended that some arrangement be made for locker and shower bath facilities at the Newr_zan Hunicipa.l Golf Course. On :_lotion the matter was referred to Forester Baker for reconi- .1endation. GARBAGE TRUCK :- Mayor Iiiyers reported that he had received several complaints froi_1 local truck dealers regarding the manner in which the last garbage truck had been purchased. He asked Comr.lissioner Miscall to explain more fully what changes had been ._lade in the original specifications, inasr_iuch as 11r. Walter Helm insisted that his bid was the only one that met the final specifications. 0oi:lrlissioner Hiscall denied 11r. Help's charges that his bid had been used ftr information so other bidders could meet requirerlents. He stated that it had been the city's policy to pick a truer which will do the required work as cheap as possible. He agreed that changes had been nade in the original specifications after the bids had been opened and explained the reason for same, pointing out that all bidders had been contacted and notified of such changes and given an opportunity to submit new quotations on the changes made, In answer to another charge by i:r. Helr_1 that even after the bid had been awarded and the truck ordered a change in the i:lalte of body had been glade, Cor_.riissioner Miscall replied that this city was forced to do this because of the inability to supply a body �7ithout a. sill as agreed upon. r. Helm insisted that the practice followed purchasing this truck was very unethical. Corl_lissioner Satin don agreed that this was a very unwise practice, and that if any changes had to be riade in the specifications they should be rewritten and readvertised. Because of the fact that the truck has already been ordered it was agreed it was too late to do anything about the natter. AUDIT ,- By Cor_v.iissioner Sawdon : seconded by Conu . Allen RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Co i_i -- mittee be and the same are approved for ptiyment., parried DRYDEN ROAD The Clerk reported that the Comm on Council had called attention to the bad curve in Dryden Road between College Avenue and Eddy Street. :_lotion it was agreed to give the matter future consideration. On 215 B. P. V. -�(-- 5-12 -37 BRICK SHIPMENT :- The clerk reported that after the contract for furnishing the brick had been let for West State street the successful bidder contracted with 11r. Freer for delivery of same. He explained that 11r. Freer had made the contract on the assw.lption that all the brick could be shipped on the D.L. & W. R. R. He stated that the supplier had requested the Board's decision as to ,7hether he should ship the brick all on the D.L. & 17. R.R. or split the business between the tiro railroad companies. After discussing the ;:iatter it was decided that inasmuch as the Board did not specify the means of ship. -lent in their specifications it was beyond their jurisdiction at this ti ne. STONE -- PERCY FIELD :- Commissioner Sacdon reported that 11T. Rodney Cornell had requested that he be allowed to-purchase the stone in the foundation of the old caretaker's house at Percy. Field,, The natter was referred to Commissioner Allen with instructions to inform ;r. Cornell that he could take the stone free of charge if he t,,ould clean up all the old debris after the stone is removed. On ::lotion tho sleeting adjourned. 7v'�Y'� f J. E.MATTHEWS CITY OLERK. 216 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY_ OF ITHACA, i�. Y. REGULAR MEETITuG 4:00 P- Ii. MAY 26, 1937 PRESENT :- Mayor - dyers Commissioners - Allen,Egbert,Miscall,Causer Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Acting Engr - Marble Forester - Baker Alderman - Perry Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Highway Supt. - Alby MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. GRADER :- The Clerk reported that he had received a request from i:ir. John V. Larkin for the use of the city's power grader Saturday Hay 29th at Glenwood. He stated that Mr. Larkin had offered to pay a rental fee of $3.00 per hour for this equipment. After discussing the matter it was pointed out that the Board had a, rule which prohibits the use of any city equipment outside the city limits. The Clerk was therefore instructed to advise Hir.Larkin accordingly. TEMPLE BETHEL The Clerk reported that he had received an offer of $200. from Mr. Epstein, representative of Temple Bethel, for the purchase of additional land in the city cemetery adjacent to their present plot. He stated that Mr. Epstein had requested that he be given an option on this parcel. The matter was referred to the Parks & Grounds Committee with power. S.S. COMMUNITY CENTER :- The Clerk reported that only 94¢ remained in the fund representing the sponsor's contribution for the S. Side Com1iunity Center project and that because of this fact they have requested that the city waive the usual plumbing inspection fees, which in this c @,se amounts to $7.00. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner Allen ; RESOLVED, that the Plumbing inspection fees for the South Side Community Center project be waived. Carried. GRANDVIEW AVENUE DEED :- Attorney Powers presented a deed from the T:,orse Chain Company to the city. It was pointed out that this street has not yet been graded nor has curb and gutter been constructed in accordance with the Board rules and therefore the deed should not be accepted at this tir.le. BY Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Co�mnissioner Eiseall' RESOLVED, that the Board will consider the acceptance of this deed when the street has been properly graded and curb and gutter con - structed in accordance with the established rules of the Board. Carried. CATHERINE STREET :- Acting Engineer Marble reported that i,.r . S. Schaeffer had requested permission to cut the curb at his property, ;107 Catherine Street, to install a driveway. He stated that he had inspected the condition and recom._iended that the request be denied because it would necessitate a dangerous drop in the sidewalk. BY ComlMsioner idiscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert : RESOLVED, that the request of mr. Schaeffer be denied. Carried. CITY SUPERINTENDENT :- Commissioner Miscall recoiu:iended that a corlr_iittee be appointed to study the advisability of re- establishing the office of City Superintendent or employing a capable ::man to act as a general executive for the Department of Public ?forks. BY Commissioner 11iscall : seconded by Com..lissioner Egbert : RESOLVED, that a coimiittee comprising of Commissioners Sawdon,Egbert and Causer together with Hiayor Myers as a menber ex- officio be appointed to study this matter and .:lake a reco:ai:.icndation thereon at soi:ie future meeting. Carried. Pending the Outcome of this study, all departmental heads were instructed to assur_le the responsibilities setforth in the rules recently adopted by the Board, including the performance Of all routine work., without additional specific authorization. 217 B.P.J. -2- Hay 26, 1937• CITY ENGINEER :-- Commissioner Hiscall also pointed out that the Board should take some action regarding appointing a City Engineer at this time since they would not have another regular meeting before June lst. Mayor dyers stated that he dished a full Board membership present to decide this ratter and it was therefore agreed to adjourn this meeting to Friday May 28th at 11 A.* for this purpose. GOLF COURSE :- Forester Baker reported the need for at least six shower baths and about 50 lockers at the Neti -:lan 3dunicipal Golf Qou.rse. By C�,iarlissioner Miscall seconded by Commissioner Causer RESOLVED, that Acting Engineer Marble be instructed to have sketch plans and a rough estimate prepared for a building to meet these requirements. Carried. SIDEWALKS : - The Clerk reported that he had been accw.iulating suggestions fro:-.1 various sources as to where nee? sidewalks should` be built and asked if he should continue to do this and present a list of them at a subsequent meeting for the full Board's action, It uvas so' ordered. In this connection Attorney Powers recom-lended that a survey be made of the entire sidewalk condition in the city. By Comr- iissioner Miscall : seconded by Cor .1. Egbert RESOLVED, that Acting Engineer marble be authorized to have such a survey made. Carried. AUDIT : -By CoK1:aissioner Allen : sed6nded by Comm. Miscall RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Co:,.- 7ittee be r)nd the same hereby are approved for payment, Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene Friday, lHay 28, 1937 at 11 A.i�. /r J. E.IattheT,vs, CITY CLERK 21-8 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Adjourned Regular Meeting 11:00 a.m. May 28, 1937 PRESENT: Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Allen, Miscall, Egbert, Causer Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews CITY ENGINEER - APPOINTMENT Comm. Egbert. RESOLVED, that the salary of per annum. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by RESOLVED, that Mr. Thomas F. City Engineer to succeed Mr. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by the City Engineer be fixed at $3,300. Carried. Comm. Miscall. Marble be and he hereby is appointed Harry W. Eustance, resigned.; Unanimously Carrie( GARBAGE COLLECTION The Clerk reported that he had received a re- quest from Dr. Thorsland for garbage collection from his home which is "just" outside the city limits., Dr. Thorsland, he explained, would be willing to pay a nominal fee for this service if granted. It was moved, seconded and.carried that the request be denied and the Clerk was directed to notify Dr. Thorsland accordingly. SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE The-Clerk read a communication from the me Soil Conservation Service electing to continue to June 1 193 agreement between the City and that organization regarding the use of city -owned lands on N. Cayuga Street extension, for growing plants and shrubs. The Clerk was directed to acknowledge receipt of the communication and extend the Boards consent to continue said agree- ment. Comm. Sawdon reported that Prof. Johnstone- li7allace had requested that the Soil Conservation Service be permitted to use about three acres of land at the northeast corner of the airport for the purpose of growing sod for use on the Alumni Field. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen. RESOLVED, that the request be granted and that the Clerk be directed to notify Prof. Johnstone - Wallace accordingly. Carried. W. STATE ST. BLVD.. LIGHTS Attorney Powers read a revised agreement as presented by the N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. covering the installa- tion of boulevard lights on W. State Street. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded.by Comm. Miscall. RESOLVED, that the agreement as presented be and the same hereby is approved and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign and seal same on behalf of the City. Carried. SALARIES Tb/e matter of adjusting the salaries paid the various de- partment heads was discussed. It was agreed that a thorough study should be made with a view to establishing a uniform system of com- pensating the various heads having similar duties and responsibili- ties. The matter was therefore referred to the finance committee for study ,,and Report, In the absence of Comm. Merrill, who was reported to be out of town, Mayor Myers appointed Commissioners Causer and Allen to temporarily repl4ce Comm. Merrill on the finance and highway committees respec- tively, naming !Comm, Allen as chairman thereof. On motion the meeting adjourned. J J . E. Matthews City Clerk L+19 BOARD OF PUBLIC 'CORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. REGULAR MEETING PRESENT : Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker 4: 00 P. M. JUNE 9, 1937 Allen,11i stall, Egbert, Causer- Water Dept.Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Superintendent - Dougherty General Foreman - Alby MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. ISLAND :- The Clerk reported that former Mayor L.P.Smith had :suggested that when the Island in the Inlet has been filled by the ovate dredge now operating here, it be leased to the Soil Conservation Service for nursery purposes. By Commissioner Miscall :'seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be authorized to contact officials of this organization and make..the necessary arrangements for the leasing of said island. Carried A"SESST KITTS :- Attorney Powers reported progress in his study of public i7liprovement.assessments stating that he expected to have a written report in the hands of the committee very shortly, 77. STATE ST. :- Commissioner Egbert presented coiilp�eted plans for tvvo blocks of'W. State Street, from Fulton Street to the L.V.R.R. tracks as filed by Engineer %garble. Commissioner Miscall 'suggested a slight change therein to permit the rounding off of the corner at the Lurray gasoline station. ny Cfo:imissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. 'Miscall FLES0l77E:�, that the plans for these two blocks as presented be and .they hereby are approved ; and further that the suggestion of (Jcmm'.ssioner 11iscall be left with the Construction Committee with pc:we. Carried. CREEK SMALLS :- Commissioner Egbert presented completec, l,la,., :) r tuP repair of Cascadilla 'Creek walls as submitted by Enginee_ %a =bla< Bar rornmissioner Egbert : seconded by Coi:1ra. liiscall Hi >GL ED, that the plans as presented be and they hereby are accepted and approved. Carried. INLET WALLS :- Commissioner Egbert presented colmpleted plans for the epair of the Inlet walls as submitted by Engineer iiarble, By Coi- mmissioner Sawdon seconded by Com-.1. Egbert RESOLVED, that the plans as:presented be and the sage hereby are approved. 11 Carried. It was agreed that it would be advisable to do this job by contract rather than a W.P.A. project. By Commissioner Hiscall : seconded by Coi11::1. .Egbert RESOLVED, that Engineer harble be authorized to have specifications and details regarding this work prepared ; and that the City Clerk b- authorized to advertise for bids thereon_ when the same shall have been approved by the Construction Committee,bids to be received at the next subsequent meeting of the Board. Carried. TEMPLE BETHEL :- Corriissioner Allen reported that his coilnlittee had inspected the additional lot in the cemetery which Temple Bethel offered to buy for $200.00 and he recom.niended that it be sold R roviding they are willing to pay $300.00 for it ; thus making ,000 for their entire tract. By Co•inlissioner Allen : seconded by Comm. is isca,ll RESOLVED, that upon the payment of the styli of $30.00 Temple Bethel be giver_ an option to purchase the desired lot in the cemetery for the sum of N300.00 such option to expire Dec.31,1938• Carried. iORRIS AVENUE :- By Coiimissioner IMiscall : seconded By Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that Commissioner Allen be authorized to sell all city -owned houses on 1.1orris Avenue. Carried. 220 B. P. W. -2- 6--9 -37 GOLF COURSE :- Forester Baker presented a preliminary estimate and plan for the construction of a building to provide for shower bath and locker facilities at the golf course. The estimate for the building, which will house 3 shower baths and 39 lockers on each side, was $6,500-00 complete. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Causer RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works submit this proposal to the Corr_non Council as a desirable future project to be done as soon as funds are found to be available. Carried. In this connection Commissioner Egbert suggested that all earnings of the golf course should be set aside in a separate fund to be used for its improvement. HYDRANT Cor.linissioner Sawdon reported that-Dr. Geer residing on Highland Avenue who is outside the 5001 fire limit as prescribed by the fire underwriters had requested the installation of a, hydrant, rental thereof to be at the reduced rate of X12.00 per an-un now Charged the Village of Cayuga Heights. He.-reported that he had written.Dr. Geer of the Board's reason for reducing the Village rates and explained that no exception could be ,-,iade in his case. No further action was taken. WATER BILLS :- Cor_miissioner Sawdon reported that the Soil Conservatior Service were delinquent in their water bills and that they had also taken a discount after the discount period had expired. The Clerk suggested that a concession be granted in this because of the delay in getting the bills approved. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm.. iscall RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works hereby decrees that if the delinquent water bill of the Soil Conservation Service is not paid by August 1, 1937 the water shall be shut off in accordance with the rules of the Board ; and further that the Clerk be directed to notify the proper officials of this action. Carried rummissioner Sawdon reported that the Superintendent at the new T.B. Hospital had requested the cooperation of the City in working out a plan for the repair of their concrete reservoir, and he l-er,,,onu.iended that the matter -be referred to the Water Committee for study. Superintendent Carpenter informed Corun. Sawdon that it was the Superintendent of the ODD FELLOWS H0I,1E rather than the T. S- Hospital that had made this request. Com::lissioner Sawdon then suggested that no action be taken pending further investiga- :iur of the clatter. AUDIT . -By Co;_ -- iissioner Sawdon : seconded by Co._lr_7. Egbert RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Com- _iittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. MAYORS' CONFERENCE :- Commissioner Sawdon reported that the Mayors, Conference would be held this year on June 28th,29th and 30th. He recommended that Engineer Marble and Water Supt. Carpenter be authorized to attend. By 0 or_1i�lissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Hisea,ll RESOLVED, that Engineer ii.,iarble and Water Superintendent Carpenter be authorized to attend, at city expense, the 1!.-ayor's Conference on June 28,29 and 30. Carried. BRYANT TRACT STREETS :- Commissioner Miscall reported that the residents of the Bryant Tract were anxious to know when the City conterizplated starting work on the streets in that section. It was agreed that the city would plan to do this work in the Fall because these streets have been oiled for this season and are in fairly good condition at this tide. On recorx._Zendation of Commissioner Miscall Engineer Marble was instructed to locate a source•of supply for gravel for these streets, preferably from Six 11ile Creek. Engineer Marble reported that a revised W.P.A. project for curb and gutter on Valley & Ridge dale Road was ready for resubmission for CJ. P. A. approval. Cor.mlissioner Egbert reported that Mitchell Street is in very bad condition from State Street to Ithaca Road and suggested that the intersection of i"itchell and State Streots be patched with asphalt at this time and repave it with brick in conjunction with the repaving of P7itchell Street. 221 B. P. W. -3- 6-9 -37 Foreman Alby was instructed to have this intersection patched as, suggested as soon as the asphalt plant is put in operation. Attorney Powers recor_inended that the_Board officially accept and approve the work done -on University Avenue and that- part of Stewart Avenue that has been coi;lpleted but not yet approved. The Natter was referred to the Highway Com7•aittee for report. HEDGES :- Connissioner Sawdon reported that the hedge at the northeast corner of 1jitchell Street and College Avenue was , becoriing too high to permit clear vision at that intersection He also pointed out the desirability of having t.Uis intersection widened. Superintendent Carpenter reported that the shrubbery on a vacant lot at the north east corner of T itcholl and Blair Streets also obstructed clear vision at that intersection. On notion, both matters were referred to ,Forester Baker to appeal to the owners of these properties to have these situations ronedied. CITY SUPERINTENDENT :- Commissioner Sawdon reported that the u Committee appointed to study the advisRbility of re- establishing the office of Superintendent of Public Works had not yet fully investigated the clatter but reco::r-.Iended that the Board appoint Leon H. Cass as Supervisor of Construction, pending further study by this Committee. By Corlrliasioner Snwdon : seconded by Cor_ll_1. Egbert RESOLVED, that the Board of- Public Works hereby appoints Leon H. Cass to act as Supervisor of Construction, until further action by the Board regarding -the re- establishing of the office of City Superintendent. Carried., Commissioner Miscall suggested that the..salary of i:Ir. Cass be fixed at -' this tir_7e. Cor.miissioner Sa,�don replied that corirriittee was n¢7 making a stud$* of the salaries. paid _the various department hbads and reconi--ieffded that the matter be left to thin committee. On motion the meeting adjourned. c cct City Clerk �. r 2 �� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHAW N.Y. REGULAR MEETING 10 :00 A.M. JUNE 2�3, 1337 PRESENT : 11ayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon ,Allen,Miscall,Egbert,Causer Clerk - Matthews Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Water Dept. Supt. - Carpenter Supervisor of Construction - Cass MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. ILUBRICANTS :- Mr. Murray, representing Sinclair Oil Company, appeared i5bfore the Board and asked if the contract for furnishing the city with lubricating oils and greases for the coming year was going to be open to competitive bidding. He was informed by Commissioner Miscall that this would be the case as soon as the present contract expires. HYDRANT RATES :- The Clerk reported that he had received from the Clerk of the Village of Cayuga Heights a letter of appreciation for the reduction made i -n hydrant rates charged the Village. THE KNOLL :- The Clerk read a letter from residents and taxpayers on f'The Knoll" requesting improvement of the thoroughfare there and also asking that they be reimbursed the amounts paid by them in the past for its oiling. Their request was based on the fact that -this is a cty street and should be improved and oiled similar to other city streets. Engineer Marble reported that the portion of this street owned by the city had been oiled but that the turn - around at its end had not been as it is privately owned. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be authorized to notify the petitioners that the city cannot spend taxpayers' money on.this turn - around because it is privately owned, but that it will be oiled if they agree to reimburse the city for the lost -thereof. ' Carried. SPENCER STREET :- The Clerk reported that the Common Council had recommended the rounding off of the Spencer- Albany street intersection as requested by business men on S. Cayuga Street. , By Commissioner Hiscall : seconded by Commissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried. In this connection Commissioner Allen reported that residents of Park Place complained that construction of the new state highway at this point has dammed the water up and that it runs into their cellars. This matter was likewise Committee. INLET WALLS :- Engineer Marble reported that the specifications for the repair of the Inlet Walls would be ready as soon as the City Attorney had approved of the contract and bond forms. SIDEINALK SURVEY,:- Engineer Marble reported progress on his sidewalk survey. Commissioner Egbert stated that he believed that this work would be acceptable as a W.P.A. project. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Coirn.lissioner Miscall RESOLVED, that Engineer marble be authorized to prepare a blanket W.P.A. project for the repair of sidewalks in bad condition as shown by his survey. Carried. UNIVERSITY AVENUE :- Mayor Myers reported receipt of several complain on the condition existing on the east side of University Avenue. He stated that the dirt continues to wash out from back of the curb line and that several residents along this street had suggested that it be refilled with gravel and make this space available for parking. The natter was referred to the Highway Committee. HANGAR REPAIRS :- Engineer 14arble reported that ir.Pasto, a represent-: tive of the Soil Conservation Service, had inquired when the city contemplated repairing the old hangar at the airport for their use. After, some discussion it was moved, seconded and carried that Water Superintendent Carpenter be authorized to contact Mr. Pn sto and have the hangar temporarily repaired as requested, at a minimum of expense. 223 B.P.W. -2- 6.-23 -1937 WATER BENTS : Commissioner Sawdon-reported difficulty in collect- ing some over --due water rents. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Corm. Egbert : RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water Committee with power to investigate the natter and fix a definite policy thereon. Carried. NEt7_2AR :- Commissioner Sawdon reported the need of a new car for the use of Superintendent Carpenter to replace the one he now has and which he intends turning over to the meter readers for their use. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Cor111,. Allen : Resolved, that Superintendent Carpenter be authorized to prepare specifications for the car he needs and advertise for bids thereon,. bids to be opened and award made by the Committee at noon Saturday June 26, 1937. Carried. S '140KE STACK Commissioner Miscall reported that the roof on the main sewer station building was in very bad condition and suggested that some provision be made for its replacement in the near future, In this connection he reported that the Sewer Superintendent had informed him that he anticipated that the State Department will soon require a laboratory at the sewer station. He therefore recommended that the old smoke stack at the station be torn down and that the brick therefrom be used to build a laboratory addition. He suggested that the stack could be torn down by the Sewer Superintendent's men when not engaged -7iith their ;regular duties. By Commissioner-Sawdon : seconded by Coll- lissioner Allen: Resolved, that the Sewer Superintendent be authorized to have the smoke stack torn down as recorlrlended. Carried. FALL CREEK :- Commissioner Miscall reported that the services of the state dredge now operating in the inlet could be obtained to dredge out the mouth of Fall Creek at Stewart Park if the city would agree to pay the salaries of the operators and the necessary lubricants for the operation of the dredge. It was pointed out-that a con- siderable amount of the fill could be used at the north end of the golf course and the airport. By Commissioner liiscall : seconded by Cor_1r.1-0 Sawdon RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Worke hereby recommends to the Common Council that advantage-be taken of the fine opportunity to d6 this work if they can appropriate the necessary funds. Carried. AU' IT :- By Corlrlissioner Sawdon :seconded by Co; :1rlheiFinance CorlrlitteE RZ,SOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by Carried. b,e and the same hereby are approved for Payment- FIRE INSURANCE :- The Clerk reported that about one -third of the city's fire insurance will expire shortly and asked if the,Board wished to continue its policy of transferring a share of "'this business to a mutual non - assessable company and thereby effect a 20 ;o saving. He explained that one -third of the maturing policies last year had been transferred to a mutual conpany. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the policy established by the Board last year be continued again this year and that the Clerk be authorizedeto r_1_he the distribution accordingly. STEWART AVENUE :- Supervisor Cass recommended that some steps be taken to prohibit the water fror:i the spring on Stewart Avenue fror, running into the street. It was pointed out that several people haO Suggested that this spring be i_lade into a drinking fountain. Superintendent Carpenter reported that the State Department now 1iake . periodical examination of this water but that if the city drinking fountain there it then becomes the city's H responsibility. On notion the natter was referred recommendation. On notion the meeting adjourned J . E. MATTHE17S CITY CLERK `24 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Regular Meeting Present: Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Engineer - 1liarble Forester - Baker In the absence of Vayor CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. 10 :00 A. X. July 14, 1937 Allen, Egbert, Verrill, Causer Water Dept. Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Supervisor of Constr. - Cass General Foreman - Alby Myers, Comm. Sawdon presided. MINUTES lZinutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. STEuJART AVENUE SPRING The Clerk reported that the Board of Health had recommended that the spring on Stewart Avenue should not be main- tained as a public fountain. It was pointed out that the spring in question is on the property of Alpha Delta, Phi fraternity, On motion the Clerk was instructed to contact a representative of thi's fraterni- ty regarding the disposal of the water from this spring. FALL CREEK The Clerk reported that the Common Council had recom- mended that the Board study the advisability of diverting the flow of Fall Creek into the inlet. On motion the matter was referred to the construction and improvement committee for study and report. SMOKE STACK_ Attorney Pourers reported that a proposal for the de- molition of the old smoke stack at the sewer pumping station had been received from Carl Baker and Ralph Phillips and recommended its accept- ance. By Comm. Egbert; seconded by Comm. Causer WHEREAS, Ralph Phillips personally appeared before this Board and agreed to the following terms, to wit: Carl Baker and Ralph Phillips of the City of Ithaca do hereby agree to demolish the old smoke stack at the Franklin Street pumping station; to furnish all tools, equipment, etc. necessary for such work; to repair, at their own expense, any damages caused to the adjoining slate roof by reason of such fork; all for the sum of $175, to be _paid them upon completion of said work, with the understanding that the sewer department of the City of Ithaca shall haul affray the brick. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Carl Baker and Ralph Phillips be and they hereby are authorized to proceed with the demolition of said smoke stack in accordance with the terms outlined above. Carried., EASTNOOD AVENUE. Prof. Hutt appeared before the Board on behalf of himself, Prof. Polson and Prof. Fricke and complained about.the in- adequate drainage system on Eastwood Avenue pointing out that the water runs dosm_the street and washes out part of the turn - around at its end, leaving a very dangerous condition. He also called.atten- tion to the deep gutter at its easterly end making entrance from Cornell Street difficult. On motion the matter was referred to the highway committee for study and report with instructions to order dead and street signs immediately and have them installed on this street. CHAMPAIGN AGREEMENT Attorney Powers read a, proposed agreement be- tween Mr. L. l:i. Champaign and the City of Ithaca regarding the pro- posed erection of steel sheet piling along the inlet adjacent to his property. By Comm. Merrill; seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Clerk be and they hereby are authorized to sign and seal, on behalf of the city, the agreement as presented. Carried. BRIDGES Engineer Marble pointed out that it has been the practice in the past to engage the services of Prof. E. y. Burroughs to make an inspection of the city bridges. He reported that such an inspec- tion has not been made since 1934. He asked if the Board wished to continue this practice. By Comm. 1vlerrill; seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the City Engineer be authorized to engage the services of a competent man to make an inspection of all the city bridges deemed necessary. Carried. 22 -2- W.P.A. PROJECTS Engineer Marble reported that he had resubmitted the Bryant Heights curb and gutter project and that he had prepared a supplement to the W. State street project. By Comm. Egbert; seconded by Comm. Merrill RESOLVED, that the supplement to the W. State street project as pre - pai�ed by the City Engineer be approved and that he be authorized to submit it for W.P.A. approval. K LINKO WALL Comm. Egbert reported that Engineer Marble had estimated the cost of replacing the retaining wall adjacent to the Klinko pro-- - perty on Cliff Street at $1,800. He recommended that provision be made for its replacement in next year's budget. SIDEWALK SURVEY Engineer Marble reported that the sidewalk survey was practically completed and that he was preparing a N.P.A. project for this work as directed. W. STATE STREET PLANS Comm. Egbert presented completed plans for VV. State Street from the L.V.R.R. Co. tracks to Cliff Street as pre- pared by the City Engineer. By Comm. Egbert; seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the plans for W. State Street from the L. V. R. R. Co. tracks to Cliff Street, as presented by the City Engineer be accepted and approved. Carried. STATE AND MITCHELL STREETS Supervisor Cass reported that he an- ticipated resurfacing the State and Mitchell Streets intersection with asphalt as soon as Stewart avenue is completed. In this con- nection it was reported that brick for this job had been purchased and are now in stock, but it was agreed that it would be unwise to use them here as they could not be matched up properly with the. old brick. On motion it was agreed to request the Common Council for permission to use these brick on the W. State Street project. SWliMIING POOLS Forester Baker reported that when the lifeguards at the city's swimming pools go off duty they post a sign to that effect but bathers continue to use the pools until late at night. He suggested a resolution officially closing these pools in the inter- vals when the lifeguards are off duty. By Comm. Allen; seconded by Comm. Egbert r RESOLVED,';tha.t the city's swimming pools be officially closed during the intervals when the lifeguards are off duty and that signs to this effect be posted yarning bathers that they use these pools during such intervals at their own risk. Carried. PARKING AREA - BLDG. ADDITION Comm. Allen reported that 11r. Baldwin, manager of the parking area, was desirous of having the addition to the waiting room at the parking area started. On motion the matter was referred to the building committee. OLD HANGAR 'eater Supt. Carpenter reported that he had inspected the condition of the old hangar at the airport and estimated the cost of its repair at $2,000. It was decided that it would be unwise to in- vust this amount of money for this purpose and it was therefore sug- gested that the Soil Conservation Service be given permission to have it repaired at their own Expense and use it for storage quarters rent free. INLET WALLS Engineer Marble reported that he had prepared plans and specifications for the repair of the inlet -:,falls. By Comm. Merrill; seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be and he hereby is authorized to ad- vertise for bids on this work in accordance :rith the plans and speci- fications as prepared by the City Engineer, such bids to be opened at a regular meeting of this Board on August 11, 1937 at 10.00 a.m. eastern standard time. Carried. CAR - WATER DEPT. Comm. SaT, ,idon reported that the committee had held a meeting June 27, 1937 and opened bids for the purchase of,a new car for the use of the Water Dept. He reported that, as a result, the award had been made end a Ford purchased. By Comm. Egbert; seconded by Comm. .Men RESOLVED, that the action of the committee in this matter be and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Carried and Approved. `26 -3- NEW WATER TANK Comm. Sawdon reported that the water committee had a meeting June 8, 1937 and instructed :the eater Supt. to prepare plans and specifications for a new 1,000,000 gallon water tank to re- place the present Mitchell Street tank. He explained that engineers from the Chicago Bridge and Iron Works had inspected the old tank and reported that it is in very dangerous condition. He also ex- plained that it is proposed to trade grounds with the Board of Educa- tion and relocate the new tank adjacent to the ravine on Cornell St. By Comm. Sawdon; seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be and he hereby is a}}��wt'horized to ad- vertise for bids on the purchase of a new 1,000,00w, ater tank in accordance with plans and specifications as prepared by the Water Dept. Supt., such bids to be opened at a regular meeting of this Board on July 28, 1937 at 10;00 a.m. eastern standard time. Carried. WATER SYSTEM Supt. Carpenter reported that representatives of the N.Y.S. Fire-Underwriters had been in Ithaca and tested the fire floe of hydrants in the city and village of Cayuga Heights all of which proved to be satisfactory. A detailed report of the inspection will be available later, he stated. AUDIT By Comm. Merrill? seconded by Comm.' Allen RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the finance committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. SIDEWALKS Engineer Marble reported that property owners on Park F1. between Buffalo and Court Streets had requested permission to build 4' sidewalks and that he had informed them that they would have to do so at their own risk, pending approval by the Board. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the Board hereby approves the construction of 41 walks in this particular block. Carried: WATER BILL - SPENO Comm. Sawdon reported an unpaid water, bill against property.om ed by Mr. Speno at 709 E. Buffalo Street, City Chamberlain Snyder appeared and explained the details regarding this bill. Attorney Po..ers stated that this was a lien against the property in question rather than a personal claim against Mr. Speno and could be collected upon preparation of a warrant similar to an assessment warrant. After further discussion the matter was referred to the City Attorney to offer a compromise proposition to Mr. Speno. On motion the meeting adjourned. J. E. City a a l; (- --� Hatthews Clerk 227 REGULAR KEETING BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 10:00 A.1/i. JULY 28, 1937 PRESENT: - rtiayor - iiyers Commisoioners - Saivdon,Merrill,Causer, Egbert,Miscall,Allen Attorney - Powers Supervisor of Construction - Cass Clerk - Matthews Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Engineer - Marble General Foreman - A_lby Forester - Baker Water Dept. Supt. - Carpenter iIIUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - NEW WATER TANK :- The Clerk opened and read the following bids on a new 1,000,000 gallon water tank to be erected on Cornell Streets Chicago Bridge & Iron Co. $12,900.plus $350.for copper bearing steel plates Pittsburgh- Desirioines Steel Co 13, 945 " 450 11 " Grave Tank Mfg. Co 15,659 " 225 Bethlehem Steel Co. 13,375 By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. I:iiscall : Resolved,That the low bid of Chicago_Bridge & Iron Co.. be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded; and that decision on copper bearing steel plates be deferred until later. Carried. Mayor 11yers asked to be excused at this time and Commissioner Sawdon presided in his stead. TAUGHANNOCK BLVD. - PIPE LINES :- Mr. F.N. Oakley appeared on behalf of the Shell Union Oil Corpp. and requested permission to install three 6" pipe lines across and under Taughannock Blvd. opposite the Barge Canal Terminal. By Commissioner l:i scall : seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that permission as requested be granted, the work to -be done under the supervision of the City Engineer. Carried PIPE LINES - GAS :- Mr. Bailey appeared on behalf of the N.Y.. S. Electric & Gas Corp and requested permission to construct new gas :rains on the following streets: Elm Street - From School to Chestnut St. , northerly or: Chestnut for about 150' and westerly on Hook Place for about 250' Willow Ave.- 125' on Willow Ave., to i,11arshall St. and about 150' easterly on Marshall St. Valley Rd. about 250' from end of present main By Commissioner H.iscall : seconded by Comm. Allen : Resolved,that the permission requested be granted,the work done to bc� subject to the supervision of the City Engineer. Carried SPENCER ST. INTERSECTION :- Residents of S.Cayuga Street again apPeared before the Board relative to the widening of the Spencer - Albany Street intersection and suggested that the intersection•be Paved with concrete. The Clerk explained that the Highway Committee had made arrangements with the contractor to out back the north east corner of this intersection 25', but that the state plans call for asphalt surface. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Com-, -i. iiiscall : Resolved, that the matter be referred back to the Highway Cortimitteo for further consideration. Carried. REGIONAL MEETING :- The Clerk rep Officials would be held this year STREET LIGHTS ;- The Clerk read a Civic Association requesting more changes in the lighting system at On motion the matter was referred orted that a regional meeting for city on November 17th in Geneva,N.Y. communication from the Bryant Park potiverful lights, net, lights and various locations in Bryant Heights. to the Lighting Corriittee. 228 B.P.W. -2- 7 -28 -1937 TEMPLE BETHEL :- The Clerk reported that Teri le Bethel had decided that they could not afford to pay more than 200 for additional land in the city cemetery adjacent to their present plot. As the Board's committee already offered to sell the land in question for $300 and still felt that-this is a fair price, nc action was taken. DRISCOLL BROS. PARKING AREA :- The-Clerk read a communication from Driscoll Bros, & Co. requesting the city to resurface the parking area known as the Central Parking Area at the rear of the Ithaca Hotel, the cost thereof to be paid by them. Commissioner Sawdon suggested that some arrangement be made whereby Driscoll Bros. might consider widenbng the entrance from South Aurora Street in exchang7 the city paying part of the cost of this resurfacing. for By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Allen : Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried. CASCADILLA CREEK FALLS :- Engineer Harble reported that it was plannc< to move the W.P.A. workers from Stewart Avenue to the Cascadilla Creek Walls and start work there August 2nd if agreeable to the Board. It was so -ordered. , STATE ST. CROSSING SIGNALS :- Engineer T.arble reported that as yet no action had been taken by the L.V.R.R. Co. to remove their crossing signals from W. State Street. It was pointed out that present traffic conditions demand their removal from the middle of the street where they are now located. By Commissioner 11.scall seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that the Board of Public Works hereby revokes any former permission that may have been granted the L.V.R.R. Co. to erect and Maintain flasher crossing signals in West State Street at their present location ; and that the City Engineer be directed to notify said railroad company to have these signals removed within ten days from this date,and authorized to cause their removal if the railroad company fails to comply with such orders within the specified tide. Carried. AURORA ST. BRIDGE :- Engineer Marble reported that inspection of the bridge over Cascadilla Creek on Aurora Street showed that considerable dirt had washed out from under the south abutment. He reported that the str et had been closed and that Foreman Alby had started to repair it, GASOLINE & OIL BIDS : -By Commissioner %iscall : seconded by Coi:m.Egbert Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare specifica- tions for the purchase of gasoline,lubricating oil and fuel oil for the ensuing year and that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids thereon such bids'to be opened at a regular meeting of this Board to be held august 11,1937 at 10:00 A.Z. Eastern standard time. Carried. EASTWOOD AVENUE :- Commissioner Eorrill reported that the Highway Committee had investigated the condition of Eastwood Avenue and recommended that the turn- around adjacent to the creek be properly staked out to shoT the city's rights. The matter was therefore left with the City Engineer and Foreman Alby to have it staked as recommended and arrange for the location of catch basins. The Clerk was directed to have dead -end signs ordered for this street -. PARKIJG AREA ADDITION :- Commissioner Causer recommended construction of the; addition to the parking area waiting rood. Engineer marble presented plans for such a building and estinated the cost at $550. By Commissioner Miscall seconded by Coy oissioner Egbert : Resolved, that the plans as submitted by Engineer Marble be approved and that he be authorized to proceed with this :pork. Carried. AUDIT : -By Commissioner Lerrill:seconded by Co::iO, Alden Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Cv:gittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. 229 B.P.W. -3- 7-28-1937 GOLF COURSE :- Forester Baker inquired if the city would be liable for personal or property damage sustained at the golf course. Attorney Powers,gave his opinion that this was a personal ::ratter putting the liability on the person-causing any damage. BLEACHERS - STEWARRT PARK :- Forester Baker reported that the soft ball league had requested a "small section of- bleachers for soft ball games at Stewart Park and asked the Boards opinion regarding public liability. No action was taken. SMOKESTACK :- Commissionti Miscall reported that the old si:iokestack at the Sewer Station had been demolished leaving an available space of about 15' X 101. He recommended that part of this space be utilized for the installation of some shower baths for the omployecs of the Sewer atation. By Commissioner Eiscall seconded by Comm. Egbert : Resolved, that the City Engineer be directed to prepare plans and an estimate for this work. Carried. On notion the meeting adj ourned. /i.E.Matthews CITY CLERK. 4230 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Regular Meeting PRESENT: Mayor Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Clerk - Matthews Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Water Supt. - Carpenter CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. 10 :00 A.M. August 11, 1937 Allen, Causer, r;errill," Egbert, Miscall General Foreman - Alby Supervisor of Construction - Cass Sewer Supt. - Dougherty CITY CLERK Mayor Myers called the meeting to order and suggested':-,. that some action be taken regarding appointing a City Clerk. After some discussion, it was moved by Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert and carried that the City Clerk be directed to send out information blanks to all references given by all applicants for the position of City Clerk and that this meeting be adjourned to reconvene at the call of the Mayor to consider applications and the reports on references and take such action as may be found desirable. Carried. kINUTES After correction, the minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS GAS & OIL The Clerk opened and read the following bids: 60,000 gals. 50,000 gals. 2,300 gals. 3,000 gals. ,, fasoline #2 Fuel Oil Motor Oil Xerosene B> & H. Oil Co. Posted tank car $.065 pr.gal. price plus 2p Maximum $.075 pr.gal. 5/10 Now $.09253 Sinclair Refining Company Posted tank car tank car price price plus 87¢ now 0.075 -Max- pr.gal. now iumum $.095 $.0924 Oulf Oil Corp. Current dealer market price price at present no* $.07 3 10.80 pr. gal. maximum .095 Standard Oil Co. of New York Posted tank car price Posted plus 2¢ pr. gal. tank car price now $.06 pr.gal. maximum $.07 Shell Union Oil Cor 550 pr.gal. 100% Bradford Crude 40¢ pr.gal. for 100% parraf ine base 41¢ bulk for Sinclair Opaline 47¢ in cases of four 5 qt. cans 49¢ in 24 at. cans 29¢ pr.ga.l. for returnable steel drums. tank wagon price now $. 08 pr.gal. maximum ;.095 tank car price now $-085 pr. ga.l. Gargoyle Mobiloil Posted tank car $.61 -pr. gal. in price now $.085 55 gal. drums,56¢ pr. §al. - in bulk. Socony maximum 5.095 Lubrite $.39 pr. gal. in 55 gal. drums, x.34 in bulk Posted dealer posted tank car $.60 bulk del- Posted tank ca,r price now 10.90 price now $.075 ivery price now $.085 pr. gal. - maxi- maximum $.085 maximum $.095 mum 11.9¢ pr,ga.l. The Texas Co. Posted dealer $.40 pr. gal.in Posted tank car price now " returnable steel price now ,.085 pr. gal. drums pr. gal. Colonial Beacon Oil Co. q.0924 pr. gal. Posted tank car Dealer posted Posted tank car maximum $.1024 price now $.085 price less 10% price now ;x.085 maximum P".095 Stanfleet oil maximum ;'.095 34¢ pr. gal. 3. e. 4, Proceedings -.2- August 11, 193? ° � J By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that the bids be referred to the Construction and Improve- ment Committee for investigation and report. Carried. BIDS - INLET WALLS The Clerk opened and read the following bids for furnishing and erecting steel sheet piling along the east bank of Cayuga Inlet between Seneca and State Streets: Provo Bros.,.'Inc. Syracuse, N. Y. 117,295.10 Bero Engineering & Constr. Corp., Kings Ferry, N.Y. 17,452.00 McLean Constr. Corp. Buffalo, N. Y. 17,997.50 F_•ed Ballard Constr. Co. Syracuse, N. Y. 1£_,510.90 J.J. Dall, Jr., Inc. Ithaca, N. Y. 20, 98.90 Binghamton Constr. Co. -- Binghamton, N. Y. 24,560.50 By Comm. Sawdon,'seconded by Comm. Merrill. Resolved, that;the bids be referred to the Construction and Improve- ment Committec'fOr study and report at an adjourned meeting to be scheduled on the call of the Mayor. Carried. SP7NCER ST. INTERSECTION Residents of Cayuga Street once more appeared before the Board and this time objected to the posting of this intersectiot by making Albany Street a through street. They complained that this would divert most of the traffic over S. Albany Street thus depriving the business men along S. Cayuga Street of considerable busi- ness. The matter was referred to the Police Department.. TRAILER PARK Dr. Fuller of the State Department of Health appeared before theEoard and explained that Mr. Wafler who operates a private trailer park on N. Cayuga Street had applied for a, license to operate such a business.and that the state law requires the installation of certain sanitary facilities. He reported that Mr. Wafler objected to thy; city tra.il.er "'park where no fees are charged and no sanitary condi- tions exist? He':explained further that the city would have to either get an operator' s permit for this park from the State Department of Health and install the necessary sanitary facilities or abolish the park entirely. By Comm. ?':iscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the city trailer park be abolished, that signs be posted thereon prohibiting trespassing and that the Police Department be noti- fied of this action and requested to have anybody trespassing there ordered to ;Hove. Carried. W. STATE ST, DEED The Clerk reported receipt of a properly executed deed from Jane L. Murray for a rt /way at the corner of W. State Street and Taughannock Blvd. necessary for the widening of the street at this location. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comma 24isca.11. Resolved, that the deed be accepted and the City Clerk authorized to record it as soon as he shall receive a release from the mortgagee thereon. Carried. PAVING BRIC The Clerk read a letter from Cornell University request- ing 16,000 old paving brick being removed from the lower end of West State Street. Comm. Egbert reported that these bricks were in good condition and would be needed by Foreman Alby for street repair work. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that the University be informed to inspect the pile of old brick now stored at the water building and given permission to take 16,000 of them if found to be suitable for the purpose. Carried. TE.PLE BETHEL The Clerk reported that Temple Bethel had finally agreed to pay J300. for additional land in the city cemetery adjacent to their present plot, provided they did not have to pay for it before December 31, 1938. The Board agreed to this stipulation and authorized the Engineer and Attorney to prepare the necessary maps and deed. Re- garding the original plot, Attorney Powers reported the deed was ready and suggested it be filed with Attorney Feinberg in escrow pending final payment by December 31, 1937, as agreed. By 0oinra. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. ,vVHEREAS Temple Bethel of Ithaca., New York, Inc., has agreed to pur- chase and the Board of Public Works has agreed to sell a plot of ground in the Ithaca. City Cemetery, more particularly described in the deed thereof hereinafter referred to, for the sum of seven hundred dollars, N'700- 004n . and.,:. 1 B.P.W, Proceedings -3_ August 11, 1937 WHEREAS said Temple Bethel has paid to the City of Ithaca the sum of three hundred and fifty dollars, 0350.00), and has agreed to pay the balance on or before December 311 1937 and desires evidence of its title to said premises. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the I.:ayor and the City Clerk be a.na they hereby a.re authorized to execute a, deed to the said lot and to deliver the said deed to A. W. Feinberg, Fsq., attorney for Temple Bethel to be delivered by him to said Temple Bethel on the ayment of the balance of the three hundred and fifty dollars,(t350.00 , on or before December 31, 1937, said delivery to be effective only upon such payment and in default thereof said deed shall be returned to the City of Ithaca. MITCHELL ST. WATER TANK By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert. WHEREAS the City of Ithaca owns a parcel of land adjoining the Pelle Sherman School property on the south, on which is located the present Water Department, kiitcehll Street tank so called, and partic- ularly described in a deed thereof prepared by the attorney, and WHEREAS the Board of Education of the City of Ithaca owns a, large ofr�eloain the southwest and willing to dispose parcel e WHEREAS it appears to be to the mutual advantage of the city and the Board of Education to effect an exchange of these properties, more particularly shown on a map thereof dated 8/2/37 made by F.J. Spry, Civil Engineer, entitled-"City of Ithaca mater_ Department 1.1ap Showing Exchange of Land with Board of Education for the Relocation of the .:itchell Street Tank," NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED; that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they hereby are authorized and directed to execute p, deed to the parcel above mentioned, now owned by the city, to be delivered to the Board of Education upon receipt of a proper and sufficient deed from the Board of Education, conveying the parcel east of Cornell Street in- deicated on the above mentioned map. DEPARTi:IENTAL REGULATIONS Attorney Powers explained that, according to the State Education Law, Leon H. Cass, Supervisor of Construction, ;cannot act in that capacity because he is not a licensed engineer. He therefore suggested an amendment to the Board! s regulations. Bar Comm. 3awdon,- seconded by Coinia. call. Resolved, paragraph I'e" of Section 2, a.s adopted 1 -erch 24, 1937 and amended June 9, 1937, is hereby amended to read as follows: e. CONSTRUCTION, I12ROVE2ENTS, BETTERMENTS. In charge of Foreman of Construction. Functions: Under the direction and jurisdiction of the City .Engineer: General supervision, inspection and control of construction of im- provements in accord with approved plans, including responsibility for ordering materials, trucks, equipment, etc.; supervision of the vurk to insure efficient and satisfactory progress. Upon the completion of any job, the City Engineer shall report such co�ilplEtion to the con- struction committee which shall thereupon make an inspection and, if satisfied, recommend to the Board the formal acceptance thereof. Upon such acceptance, the City Engineer and the construction committee shall be relieved of any further duties as to the job so approved, and the duty of the maintenance thereof shall thereupon devolve upon the proper department of the Board. The first paragraph of Section 3 is hereby amended to read as follows: The City Engineer is technical consultant to the Board. He has no supervisory powers over the respective departments, except con- struction, improve,nents and betterments. He is responsible for all matters of engineering and design referred to him by the Board, in- cluding the preparation of maps, plans, estimates, bills of material, descriptions for its /way, etc., and the duties set forth under para- graph 2 e, above. 'Vuhile he is available for department heads for in- foranal advice and routine matters, such advice is unofficial and does not operate to shift responsibility from the department hea.d. Carried. c a B.P.W. Proceedings -4-- August 11, 1937 C 33 BRIDGES Engineer Marble reported that Prof. Burroughs had not yet completed his inspection of all the city bridges. He explained that the inspection showed need of some parts for the Lake Street bridge and that he had ordered same pending approval of the Board. On motion his action in this matter was approved. Clinton Street - Bad conditions exist under the Clinton Street bridge and the maintenance crew are now pouring concrete there to correct the conditions. Aurora Street - Bad condition existing under the footings have been corrected by pouring concrete underneath. Brindley Street *, He reported that the Brindley Street bridge.is in very bad condition and that Prof. Burroughs could recommend no safe load for it in its present condition. He explained that he had there- fore closed the bridge pending action by the Board. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the action of the City Engineer be approved and that the Brindley Street bridge be and it hereby is officially closed to traffic until further notice. Carried. By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare plans and spe-- ifica.tions with an estimate for the replacement of the Brindley Street Bridge. Carried. AIRPORT CONCESSION Forester Baker reported that he had received a request from a Hr. Sheffield for a concession to operate a Quick lunch counter service and sell soft drinks at the airport_. He explained that this party was willing to build a cinder block.building adjacent to the ha,nga.r with the idea of making it a permanent feature. Comm. Sawdon stated that no building should be allowed to be built there unless it was architectuarally designed to conform with.the present hangar. Forester Baker was directed to take the matter up with Mr. Peters, Manager of the airport, and report the details of the matter at a fu- ture meeting. E. GRANT VACATION Comm. Causer reported that Mir. Ernest Grant, City Hall janitor, had requested that he be granted a 10 day vacation. It was pointed out that Mr. Grant has worked some 15 years in this capacity and never had a vacation. By Comm. Causer, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that Mr. Grant be granted a 10 day vacation with pay. Carried. AUDIT By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the bills approved and audited-by the Finance Committee be and the sane hereby are approved for payment. Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene at the call of the Mayor. J. E. Matthews ty Clerk 4) BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A.M. August 17, 1937 PRESENT Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Egbert, Merrill, Causer, Miscall Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Water Dept. Supt. - Carpenter Mayor Myers called the meeting to order explaining that it was for the purpose of awarding the bids opened at the preceding meeting, discus- sion of the appointAWnt of a City Clerk to succeed J. E. Matthews and action on any other matters that might need attention at this time. WATER TANK - Cornell St. Prof. Rasmussen, Prof. Spencer and other residents of Cornell St. appeared before the Board and objected ta:.fitrhe erection of a new water tank on Cornell Street on the proposed new site. They explained that they had invested considerable money in new homes in this section and maintained that erection of the tank on the proposed site would be very unsightly as well as detrimental to their property by depreciating its value. They suggested its erection far- ther east where it would be out of sight. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Water Committee with power. Carried. BIDS - INLET WALLS By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Merrill. Resolved, that the contract-for furnishing and erecting steel sheet piling along the east bank of Cayuga Inlet between Seneca and State Streets be awarded to Provo Bros., Syracuse, N. Y. in accordance with their low bid. of $17,295.10, and Be It Further Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they here- by are authorized to sign and seal said contract on behalf of the city, and Be It Further Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are also author- ized to approve the surety bond, to be furnished by the contractor, as to its form and sufficiency. Carried. BIDS - GAS & OIL Comm. Egbert reported that Colonial Beacon Oil Co. submitted the low bid on 60,000 gals. of gasoline, Standard Oil Co. of =tw York on 50,000 gals. of fuel oil and that all bids were the same on 3,000 gels. of kerosene. He further reported that it was impossible to compare the bids submitted on 2,300 gals. of motor lubrication oil because the bids were submitted on different grades and qualities of oil. He therefore recommended that all the bids on this item be re- jected and that they be readvertised, to be submitted according to definite specifications. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the bid of the Colonial Beacon Oil Co. for furnishing 60,000 gals. of gasoline be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. By Coima. Miscall, seconded by Comin. Egbert. Resolved, that the bid of the Standard Oil Co. of New York for furnish- ing 50,000 gals. of fuel oil be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the bid of the Shell Union Oil Corporation for furnish- ing 3,000 gals. of kerosene be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that all bids for the furnishing of 2,300 gals. of motor lubricating oil be rejected and that bids thereon be readvertised upon the preparation of definite specifications. Carried. CITY CLERK Mayor Myers reported that reference reports on all the applicants for the position of City Clerk had not yet been received but that it was expected that such information would be available within two or three days. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that action on the appointment of a City Clerk to succeed J. E. Matthews be deferred pending receipt of further information relative to the applicants. Carried. Board of Public Works Proceedings -2- August 17, 1937 2 WATER TANK - CORNELL STREET Comm. Sawdon reported that he together with other members of the Water CommitteQ had gone over very �^a.refully the proposed new site for the water tank on Cornell Street and st9ted that in his opinion its erection there would not in any nay affect the value of the property in its vicinity. '-'e recommended proced,ire with this work as originally planned.. Other members of the Board concurred with his opinion. By Comm. 111i scall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon:- Where?s, it is the opinion of the Board of Public Works that the pres- ent proposed new location of the Mitchell Street water tnnk bps r,,1 - re?dy been czrefully.studied and planned and should not be changed, and Wherer.s, the Xp,ter Committee of said Board concurs in such opinion, Now Therefore Be It Resolved, that_ the present proposed new site be adhered to and that the Water Department Supt. be authorized to proceed with this work as originally planned. Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned. J. E. Matthews, City Clerk By, Acting Clerk I 236 Regular keeting BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. 10;00 A. M. August 25, 1937 PRESENT: Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Merrill, Egbert, Miscall, Causer, Allen Clerk - Matthews. Engineer Marble Forester - Baker Water Dept. Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Supt. - Dougherty General Foreman - Alby I1iUTZ 9 minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. SZAER EXTENSION Mr. Goodman appeared before the Board and requested that the Crescent Place sanitary sewer be extended to serve the pro- posed new industrial plant for the manufacture of electric meters, to be located on South Hill. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen. Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Sewer Committee with pow- er to authorize such an extension if found to be feasible. Ca ,Vried. BRIDGES Engineer Marble presented a report on the inspection of the bridges as prepared by Prof. E. N. Burrows. Regarding Va.nNatta's bridge, Prof. Burrows recommended that it be moved up stream on to :new foundations, widened for two -way traffic by putting in new longer floor beams and short approaches built from each shore to take care of increased span. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Creek Committee for study; and further that the committee be instructed to check up on all other bridges and have them posted with proper readable signs in ac- cordance with the recommendations of Prof. Burrows. Carried. CASCADILLA CREEK WALLS Engineer Marble reported that soft mud had b,.;en encountered while digging for foundations for the Cascadilla Creek walls and therefore recommended the use of piles instead of con- crete as originally planned. Comm. Miscall suggested that concrete walls be built as far as good foundation exists and that piles be driv- t:n in the muddy section, as far as funds are available. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to change the plans by substituting steel sheet piling for concrete walls where necessary and that he be authorized to proceed with the work as far as funds are available. Carried. FALL CREEK Comm. Merrill reported that the bank on the south side of Fall Creek east of the old street car bridge is in bad condition and recommended its repair. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the recommendation of Comm. Merrill be adopted and the work authorized. Carried. SIDEWALKS - Hyers Street Engineer Marble reported that a. complaint had been received regarding a vacant lot on Hyers Street because there is no sidewalk there. On motion the matter was referred to the Highway Committee. SIDEWALK, S. Albany Street Engineer Marble reported that Mr. Hill had requested that the city rebuild his sidewalk at 610 S. Albany 9t. because the street grade was changed after he had received a grade for and constructed his sidewelk. By Co=q. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that Foreman Alby be authorized to investigate this condi- tion and make any repairs necessary to bring the sid.evralkdown to prop- er grade. Carried. STREET LIGHT Comm. Miscall reported that he had had a request from the Police Commissioner for a street light on Fayette Street, and that he had listed the reouest for later consideration. 2443 IT B.P.W. Proceedings -2- August 25, 1937 SLUDGE PUMP Comm. Merrill reported that only one of the sludge pumps was in good working condition at present and suggested that the pur- chase of a new one be anticipated in the budget of 1938. PLUIBERS CONVENTION mayor Dyers reported that the local plumbers' union had requested that the city authorize its plumbing inspector, Mr. Wismar, to attend the annual convention of the American Society of Sanitary Engineering scheduled to convene at Hotel Klayf lower, Jashing- ton, D. C., September 7, 8, 9 and 10th. He explained that the union had agreed to pay one -half of Mr. Geismar' s expenses if authorized to attend. By Coram. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that sir. Carl IG. Wismar, City Plumbing Inspector, be autho- rized to attend this convention at city expense. Carried. AUDIT By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm, Sawdon. Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for_.payment. Carried. C_ORNELL ST. CULVERT Comm. Sawdon reported that Water Supt. Carpenter hud suggested that the culvert under Cornell Street be extended in order to have room to move some of the dirt from the foundation for ±he new water tank. 3y Comia. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen. RtUolved, that Supt. Carpenter be authorized to proceed with this ^rk as suggested. Carried. T,L3g1CATINO OIL Comm. Es -bert reported that,after studying the matter oi' advertising for bids on the purchase of motor lubricating oil, he hay. reached the decision that it would be more practical for the city -co buy its oil as needed, especially because there would be no saving effected by buying it in bulk. On motion it was so ordered. ALBY - VACATION By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that Foreman Alby be granted his annual vacation starting September 30, 1937. Carried. CHESTNUT STREET Comm. Egbert reported that considerable water comes down Hopper Place into the north end of Chestnut Street affecting three or four houses which are on low ground. Foreman Alby recommended laying about 50' of 1211 pipe to correct this situation. -,y Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that Foreman Alby be authorized to proceed with this work as recommended. Carried. A.P.A. PROJECTS Engineer Marble reported that W.P.A. duthorities heal requested that the city signify which of its proposed W.P.A. projects it wishes to hold open for future prosecution. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Construction and Improve- ment Committee to arrange the projects in their order of preference and report such order to the Engineer. Carried. CITY CLERK By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Allen. Resolved, that the Board go into executive session to consider appli- cations for the position of City Clerk to succeed J. E. Matthews. Carried. After some discussion of the matter in executive session, it was moved, seconded end carried that this meeting be adjourned to reconvene Pt the call of the mayor. J. E. llatth.ews City Clerk IS, BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Adjourned Regular Meeting 10:00 A.K. August 30, 1937 PRESENT: Mayor -- Myers Commissioners - Sawdon, Allen, Causer, Merrill, Egbert, ilisca.11 CITY CLERK Mayor Myers called the meeting to order and announced that it had been scheduled for the purpose of continuing the consideration of applicants for the position of City Clerk to succeed J. E. 14atthews. It was agreed that it would be advisable to continue J. F. Matthews as City Clerk on a part -time basis for the balance of this year and appoint a deputy to work under his supervision for such time. By Comm. miscall, seconded by Comm. Merrill. Resolved, that the salary of J. E. Matthews as City Clerk be and the same hereby is fixed at $100. per month from September 1, 1937 to mid - night December 31, 1937. Unanimously Carried. By Comua. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Causer. Resolved, that the salary of the Deputy Clerk be and the same hereby is fixed at $200. per month from date of appointment to midnight December 31, 1937• Unanimously Carried. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Whereas, this Board deems it necessary to appoint a Deputy City Clerk to work under the supervision of the present City Clerk for the bal- ance of this year, Now Therefore Be It Resolved, tha.t.,: _as of September 1, 1937, Floyd H. Springer be and he hereby:is appointed Deputy City.Clerk, such term expiring midnight December 3.1, 1937• Unanimously Carried. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the matter of arranging with Mr. Springer for the tak- ing over of his duties as Deputy_City Clerk be left with the 1!Iayor vvith power. Carried. CASCADILLA CREEK WALLS Comm. Egbert recommended that some provision be made for protection of the work in Cascadilla Creek in case of emergency flood waters. It was suggested that the men be worked in two shifts on this project if possible in order to get it completed as aon as possible. On motion the matter was left with the Construction and Improvement Committee and City Engineer to arrange the details. W. STATE STREET Mayor Myers reported that several residents of State Street had requested that some lime be provided to counter- act the offensive odor resulting from dirt and debris being washed down by Williams brook during the recent heavy rain. On motion the matter was left with the p2ayor with power. HANCOCK STREET SEWER Comm. 14iscall reported that a resident of the 600 block of Hancock Street had been ordered to connect with the sewer. He explained that his house is across the street from and about 13' above the existing sewer. He therefore recommended that the city extend the sewer to the curb line. During discussion of the matter it developed that there are some other houses on Hancock Street faced with the same problem. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the matter be left with the Sewer Committee and City Engineer. Carried. On motion the meeting adjourned. J. E. Matthews, City Clerk By �. Acting Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 2:39 REGULAR 11EETING 10 A.I. SEPTEMBER S, 1937 PRESENT - Hieyor- 11yers CorII"ili ssi oners- Sawdon, Allen, Li shall, Merrill, Causer Clerk- I.iatthews Deputy City Clerk- Springer Engineer - Marble Forester -Baker Attorney- Powers Sewer Supt. - Dougherty General Foreman -Alby kINUTES minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. CAYUGA HOUSE PROPERTY : - fir. D.H. Bonne asked the Board to adjust c-is water meter charge and make various repairs to the sidewalk ,,djoining this property on Corn Street and State Street. The matter was referred to the Construction and Improvements Committee for investigation and report. SOUTH ALBANY STREET EXTENSION :- The Clerk read a letter from the State Department of Highways in which they report that the con- struction of the South Albany Street Extension has been completed , accepted and is turned over to -the City of _Ithaca for future maintenance and repairs. In discussing this matter, :it was pointed out that the State had not provided sufficient size for the calvert and that the runoff from South Hill might well damage 'Uhis new pavement and cause the City considerable expense in _.i,aking repairs. It was moved, seconded and carried that the Clerk acknowledge this letter and report the Board's findings in regard to this new pavement. DEPUTY CITY CLERK :- The City Clerk requested the Board to pass a resolution notifying the local banks of the appointment of a Deputy City Clerk and requesting that they honor his signature on all city funds. By Commissioner Sawdon :seconded by Coi�:missioner serrill: RESOLVED: that the the following notice be sent to each of the banks where city funds are deposited: PLEASE take notice that Floyd H. Springer has been appointed Deputy City Clerk and by reason of such appointment is empowered to execute all checks on behalf of the City of Ithaca,as Deputy City Clerk, and you are requested to honor such checks when presented. . Lriotion carried. PLANNING CCI,PufISSION REQUEST :- The Clerk reported that the Ithaca Planning Commission had adopted a resolution requesting all departments, boards and offices of the City to submit a list of all public improvements, additions or developments as they are or may be planned, to the end that all such plans may be on file at one place for study by the Commission and for the information and inspection of all officials and departments and the general public. By Commission Sawdon : seconded by Comtissioner Miscall: .-I SOLVED, that the request of the Planning Commission be approved and that this Board cooperate with the Co- ,- Fission by complying with their request. Carried SANITART SE17ER RULES :- The Clerk read some amendments that had been proposed to the rules and regulations of the Board of Public Works governing the installation,use and maintenance of the sanitary sewers. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen: RESOLVED, that the following changes be made in the Rules and Regulations governing the installation, use, control and maintenance of the sanitary sewers : Section 2 is amended to read as follows:SECTION 2 SEWER LAYERtS QUALIFICATIONS, Any person desiring to engage in the business of laying or repairing sewers connected with the City sanitary sewer system shall first obtain a license from the Clerk of this Board (City Clerk) and before such license shall issue he must obtain ,and exhibit to the Clerk a certificate of competency from the Exc,ming Board of Plumbers, and shall file an undertaking and a surety bond in the su °a of One Thousand Dollars cond-].tioned upon the faithful performance of all work in compliance with these 24« B. P. W. —2— 9 -8 -37 regulations, and upon the condition that the City shall be kept harmless from the consequences of any and all acts of the staid licensee. Cancellation or termination of a a surety bond filed as above shall terminate the license issued thereunder. In lieu of a surety bone., a personal bond with two sureties approved by the Board may be substituted therefor but such personal bond shall be for a period of twelve months only and shall be renewed and approved at the expiration thereof or ttie license thereunder shall become void. Section 3 of said rules and regulations is hereby repealed. Section 12 Entitled KARTERIALS USED is hereby amended by changing tLe first se:'itence thereof to read as follows: All sanitary sewers dust be of standard vitrified tile or cast iron pipe of at least six inches inside dianeter and have wide and deep socket hubs a.rl be of such lengt# and of such. quality as required by the inspector. motion Carried. SIWER STATION SHOWERS :— Commissioner 11iscall presented plans piepared by Engineer Ica.rble for the construction of sho-7er baths the Sewer Station in the space that was acquired by the r:olition of the old smoke stack. Commissioner Sawdon: seconded by Com :aissioi er A. iscall: :- .7SOLVED, that the plans be approved and the work authorized if Toney is available, otherwise the work to be considered in the :,:,xt year's budget. Motion Carried. OAK AVENUE SIDEIJALKS :— Commissioner Merrill suggested that a study '..)e made for -the construction of sidewalks on both sides of Oak Avenue : and it was so ordered. �'AR.BAGE TRUCKS Commissioner Kiscall pointed out that we are short a.v leasto one garbage truck due to the fact that one was used for <a ,,znting the street flusher and also pointed out that truck #7 � i , practically worn out and should be replaced. He reported that �:J:.e Larion garbage body was now on the market and that it a was being successively used in a number of cities. He explained that this body compresses the garbage as it is collected and recommended that tZiis typo of body be investigated. The Clerk was requested to 'mite for information. 01'Y HALL :— Commissioner Causer called attention to the unsightly tio�Zdition of the wall in the meeting coon and suggested that the .;�eh in the roof causing this darsage be repaired and the rood 'edecorated. The matter was referred to the Public Buildings ttee. '. .BAGE COLLECTION It was reported that some of the driveways through which the garbage trucks have been in the habit of going to obtain garbage and refuse that is not placed at the curb, were so s.iall and narrow as to make it dangerous for the large garbage trucks to use these private ways. After sor.o discussion it was agreed that the Clerk should notify the property owners involved, a list of whorl would be furnished by Foreman Alby, that they Mould have to place their garbage either at the curb or at safe and convenient places ti7here the City trucks could secure the sar_Ze without inconvenience or additional liability. iUDIT :-- By Commissioner Merrill : seconded by Commissioner Sawdon: REESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Com- mittee be and the sane hereby are approved for payment. Carried. On .lotion meeting adjourned. -Jr . E. MATTHEWS l ITY CLERK BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS City of Ithaca, N.Y. Regular Meeting PRESENT: Mayor - Myers Commissioners - Allen, Clerk - Matthews Deputy Clerk - Springer Attorney - Powers Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker 10 :00 a.m. September 22, 1937 Causer, Egbert, Merrill, Miscall, Sawdon Water Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Supt. - Dougherty Gen. Foreman - Alby Plumbing Insp. Wismar Constr. Foreman - Cass :j1INUTE'S minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. CAYUGA HOUSE PROPERTY Mr. D. H. Bonne, asked that repairs be made to sidewalks adjoining this property, on Corn and State Streets. The matter was referred to the Construction and Improvements Committee for investigation and report. iii ONTOUR FALLS A letter from the American Legion at Watkins Glen, addressed to Mayor r yers, expressing thanks for use of water tank was read. FRANKLIN AND DEY STS. A petition signed by twenty -four residents of the neighborhood asking the Board to take action necessary to improve the appearance of this lot was presented. This petition was referred to Comm. Merrill. EMPIRE JUNK CO. A petition signed by twenty -five residents of the neighborhood was presented asking the Board to take necessary action to improve the safety and appearanee'of the Empire Junk Co. yard at 316 Auburn Street. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that the matter of storage on city property be referred to the Police Department, and the matter of construction of a sidewalk adjoining this property be referred to the Highway Committee. OAK AVENUE Mr. N. H. Schickel asked permission of the Board to in shoulder of road on Oak Avenue to sufficient *width to permit ing, a sidewalk. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall. Resolved, that City Attorney Powers write Mr. Schickel a letter, lining the,conditions, under which the city will allow this fill made Carried. BINGHAM LEGACY A for $00.00 for th etery was read. By Comm. Miscall, Resolved, that the Clerk be empowered 241 fill build- out - to be letter from Attorney Sweetland enclosing a check perpetual care of buri6,1 vault in the City Cem- seconded by Comm, Allen, bequest of Flora A. Bingham be accepted, and the to execute receipt for same. Carried. DRINKING_ FOUNTAIN- -After discussion of a letter received from the Ithaca Chamber of Commerce in regard to placing a drinking fountain at the spring on Stewart Ave. near Willard Way, By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that. the Clerk be instructed to write the Chamber of Com- merce to the effect that the matter should be referred to the Board of Health. Carried. CLAIM FOR DAMAGE' City Attorney Powers presented a claim filed by J. Edward Driscoll asking reimbursement for damage which occured to his canon August 27, 1937 at State St. and Stewart Ave. By Comm. Ss,wdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert., Resolved, that claim of J. Edward Driscoll be denied and that he be notified to that effect.. Carried. CAYUGA INLET Engineer Ma.rble presented estimate J1 for work on steel sheet pil work, by Provo Brothers, amounting to $9217.90 of which 20�, or-$14S .55 is to be retained by the City of Ithaca. This leaves a balance of *$657+.32 due Provo Bros. Contractors, By'Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert. Resolved, that this estimate be approved and paid. Carried. 242 -2- BRINDLEY ST.BRIDGE Engineer Marble reported that he made an inspec- tion of the channel under this bridge and found same greatly re- stricted by work done by the Lehigh Valley R.R. Co. He has already taken the matter up with the Railroad Co. but has had no reply. Engineer Marble also reported that the Lehigh Valley R.R. Co. had started work on the culvert near the Robinson and Carpenter plant. CONDUITS Agreements prepared by the Lehigh Valley R.R. Co. were presented in regard to the city placing conduits under the Lehigh Valley tracks on W. State Street, By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Merrill. Resolved, that the Mayor and Clerk be empowered to execute these agree- ments for the city. Carried. GREEN ST. PARKING AREA Engineer Marble reported that he was prepared to start work on the addition to the waiting room in the parking area, but that due to increase in price of brick, that the work would ex- ceed the appropriation by $250. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Causer. Resolved, that an additional appropriation of $250. be made and the work proceed. Carried. PEARSALL PLACE Engineer Marble reported on the matter of the sani- tary sewer in Pearsall Place. Dy Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Merrill. Resolved, that plans for this-work be drawn up for a W.P.A. project. Carried. NEG CONSTRUCTION Construction Foreman Cass reported on the progress of work being done.in Cascadilla Creek. A very considerable progress was indicated. SIDEWALKS The committee reported that several sidewalks on West State Street need attention, due to damage, or change in grade in laying new pavement. By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the Construction Committee together with Mr. Cass maXe a thorough inspection of these conditions and report to the Board on the necessary repairs needed. Carried. `,TEST STATE ST. CROSSING Comm. Miscall called attention of the Board 'Mo the condition of crossing over the Lehigh Valley R.R. tracks at West State Street. Engineer Marble was instructed to write officials of the Lehigh Valley R.R. Co. to determine when they will start the work of raising their tracks to the level of the new pavement recent- ly laid on West State Street. W.P.A. PROJECTS Comm. Miscall reported that the W.P.A. had decided to approve projects covering damage caused by recent flood at three times the usual grant for materials. Engineer Marble and the com- mittee were authorized to prepare such a, project and submit it to the W.P.A. uGL. KLENKE EST. Comm. Merrill reported on condition of sidewalk at 125 Hyers Street pointing out the absence of sidewalk or poor condition of existing walk. By Comm. Merrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the Estate of Wm. H. Klenke be requested to install or repair sidewalk adjoining the property at 125 Hyers Street. JCHER Request of Mr. W. F. Fletcher for city to replace sidewalk at corner of Williams and Stewart A ve. referred to General Foreman Alby, who is to contact Mr. Fletcher, with the idea that he assume part of the expense. PLUMBING INSPECTOR Mr. Wismar presented his report on hiss trip to the meeting in Washington, September 7 to 10th. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Causer. Resolved, that Mr. Wismar's report be accepted and placed on file. Carried. CITY HALL Comm. Causer reported that the roof of the City Hall had been repaired and the Council Room could now be redecorated. Regularly moved and seconded and carried that the Council room be re- decorated when funds are availa.bl.e. 24.E -3- SLUDGE PMIP By Comm. Egbert , seconded by Comm. 11i,scall. Resolved, that the Clerk advertise for bids for a new sludge pump, the specifications of which have already been prepared. Carried. COQUION COUNCIL By Comm.. Liiscall, seconded by Comm. Allen. Resolved, that the Common Council be asked to appropriate 5900. for the pulcra.se of a new sludge pump to replace one which is worn out. Carried. GARBAGE TRUCK Comm. Miscall reported that the Marion Compressor body for garbage trucks was impractical, since, our needs required a truck to collect both ashes and garbage. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Allen. Resolved, that City Engineer Marble draw up specifications and adver- tise for bids for a new garbage truck. Carried. AUDIT By Comai. ILIerrill, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payalent. Carried. On motion meeting adjourned. '07 7 i F. H, Springer Deputy City Clerk � 4J- Regular RFeeting -holMa aV P'1,5 Ll C W015KS ?ROCS .DINGS PRESENT: 1 ayor - I;iyers Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Deputy Clerk - Springer Engineer - 14arble Forester - Baker City of Ithaca, N. Y. 10:00 A. Id. October 13, 1937 Egbert, Miscall, L•.errill, Allen, Causer Water Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Supt. - Dougherty General Foreman - Alby Constr. Foreman - Cass ,MI UPES Y1.1inutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. CAYiJGA INLET PILIiJG JOB %ir. Elmer T. Hurst of the B & H Oil Company appeared before the Board to protest the damage being done to his prop- erty in the course of this work. Mr. Hurst asked a guarantee that his property will be restored to condition as good as when work was started. He was assured that the contractor had given bond, against damage to city or private property and that his claim would be entertained on completion of the work. By Comm. .Miscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that this matter be left to the Construction Committee to study the situation, and report to the Board at their next meeting. Carried. 3ARBATE TRUCK BIDS The following bids for the purchase of a garba.ve 1.ruck were opened and read by the Clerk. Yet Price Bidder Make of Truck F.O.F. Ithaca Finger Lakes Garage Inc. Ford $125.00 — International Harvester Co. International D 30 1'94.00 It if it it D 35 IP"70.00 Erie. J. I.1iller & Co. Inc. Chevrolet 1703.00 By Comm. Lliscall, seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that the low bid of the Finger Lakes Garage Inc. be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried. SLUDGE PUMP BIDS The following bids for the purchase of a sludge pump were opened and read by the Clerk. Yet Price Bidder Make 4f Pump F.O.B. Ithaca T.:�. uacCrea Sales Co. Chicago �"7 7.00 2710 N 30 Fairbanks Korse & Co. Fairbanks Morse rig-5422 438.20 If If 11 11 it with special equip. 504.50 Ralph B. Carter Co, Carter Humdinger 675.00 By Comin. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon Resolved, that the bids be received, and referred to the Sewer Co:n- .iittee for study and report. Carried. si►SOLINE STORAGE TANK The Clerk read a. letter from Dan Ryan Auto gales reauesting permission to install a 20 barrel underground tank between sidewalk and curb at 110 W. Green Street. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. I , errill. Resolved, that permission be granted to install tank. Carried. IVATER SERVICE The Clerk read a letter from George W. Perry in regard to water service at 120 Highland Place. It was regularly moved, seconded and carried that Water Supt. Carpenter be ordered to look after this matter. S. ALBANY STREET A petition nood was presented, asking tb S. Albany Street, at and near By Co;n,n. Miscall, seconded by 3esolved, that this matter be study and report. signed by 22 residents of the neiq�hbor- a Board to complete the curbing along the intersection of Spencer Road. Comm. Sawdon referred to the Highway Co:nmi.ttee for Carried. S. ALBANY STREET LXTENSION The Clerk read a letter from A.N. Brandt Df zhe State Dept. of Highways, in regard to the Board's protest, in •accepting responsibility for the maintenance to highway recently turned over to the city. No reply being necessary it was ordered filed. 245 B.P.W. Proceedings -2- October 13, 1937 W.FALL STREET A letter from W. Horner was read asking when the side - walk would be laid in front of the Caster and McElwee properties. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall Resolved, that this matter be referred to the Highway Committee Carried. VILLAGE OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS The Clerk read a letter from Mr. Carl Crandall, requesting the Board to install a light in Kelvin Place. By Comin. :fiiscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that this reauest be referred to the Street Lighting Com- inittee for investigation. Carried. CLAI1,' FOR DA IAGE A claim was filed by E.L. Landon of 4.04 Wood Street covering dainage to his property by flood occurring on August 27, 1937. By Coulia. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that the claim of E. L. Landon be disallowed and that the Clerk notify him to that effect. Carried. PLANNING 00151ISSION The resolution of the Planning Commission request- ing an appropriation of 'p5000. from the Common Council (with approval of the Board) was read. SIDE`NALK - ENDAV00D AVE. Attorney Powers reported an inquiry from sir. C. I. Swayze of 40 Elmwood Ave. asking when the sidewalk in the 400 block of Elmwood Ave. would be built. This sidewalk was ordered guilt, by the Board of Public Works at their meeting on Nov. 12, 1936. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Egbert Resolved, that this inauiry be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried. CAK AVENUE Attorney Powers read a letter from Mr. N. H. Schickel re- ouesting extension of time to Aug. 1, 1938 to move the dirt from his lot to the shoulder of Oak Avenue. The Clerk was ordered to notify I"hr. Schickel that no such blanket extension could be given and that when he is ready to proceed with the dirt removal, a request to the Board will be }promptly acted upon. ALPINE RESTAURANT It was reported that water from the air condition- ing plant at th.e Alpine Restaurant was being discharged into the gutter on Aurora Street. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comm. Miscall resolved, that since no permit had been granted the Alpine Restaurant to discharge water in the street, they be notified that they are violat- ing a city ordinance. Carried. SANITARY SEWERS The Sewer Inspector was instructed to investigate the report that a great amount of water is being discharged into the sani- tary sewers by air conditioning units and cellar pumps. CAYUGA INLET Engineer Marble presented estimate #2 for work on steel sheet piling work, by Provo Brothers amounting to 13813.92. By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Allen Resolved, that this estimate be approved and maid. Carried. PEARSALL PLACE Engineer Earble presented the completed plans for the sanitary sewer in Pearsall Place, pointing out that it would now be necessary to secure rights of way from property owners. By Comm. Miscall, seconded by Comm. Sawdon Resolved, that the City Engineer be authorized to sign the application to the State Health Department for approval of these plans. BRINDLEY STREET Engineer Marble reported he had received no reply from the L.V.R.R. Co. in regard to their bridge at Brindley Street. NEW CONSTRUCTION Construction Foreman Cass reported that the laying of crick on 7. State Street had been completed, and that the concrete curb and gutter would require from two to three weeks. He also re- ported that the Cascadilla. Creek Walls at Cayuga Street had been com- pleted and that the beck filling was being done. Mr. Cass was instruct- ed to post signs if necessary, to limit loads permitted on Cascadilla Avenue adjoining the walls, since excessive it-jeiaht will cause damage, especially in the spring of the year. 246 B.p.N. proceedings -3-- October 13, 1937 STATE BOARD OF HEALTH Commissioner Sawdon called attention to a meeting of the State Board of Health to'be held in-Elmira on Friday and Saturday, October 15th and 16th, and of the importance of attend- ance by water and sewer employees. It was moved, seconded and carried that Harris, Hook and Carpenter from, the 'Dater Department and Dougherty, Wismar and Kerr from the Sewer Depart -ment attend this meeting if all could be spared from their duties WATER TANK - CORNELL STREET. Supt. Carpenter reported that the Board of Eduoa.tion are anxious to complete the transfer of property in con - n ction with the removal of the tank from Mitchell Street to Cornell Sti eet, By Comm. Savidon, seconded by Comm. Allen authorized the >;hereas, the Board at its meeting of August 11, authorized acceptance from the Board of Education of a deed to certa,in,premisEs on Cornell Street as the site of the new Mitchell Street.tank, and OVherea.s, the location of said tank has been changed sine that meet- ing, necessitating the acquisition of additional land, Resolved, that the resolution of August 11, 1936 be amended to c'•_e- scrioe the land so to be acquired as those premises shown or, a.ma.p thereof dated;August 26, 1937.made by R. Y. Thatcher, C E.,,entitled "City of Ithaca, Water Department Map Showing Exchange of 'Land with Board of Education for the Relocation of the Mitchell Street Tank." Carried. AUDIT By Comm. Merrill,,seconded by Comm. Sawdon Resolved, that the bills approved and audited�by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried,. STATE ST. AND STEA.ART AVE. It was reported that the asphalt at this intersectioii,is very slippery when wet. The matter was ref�:rred to Foreman Alby with instructions to- remedy this condition. i,IITOPELL ST. AND COLLEGE AVE. Comm. Egbert• called attention to the ,necessity of cutting back the northeast corner at this intersection. By Cornm. Allen, seconded by Comm. Miscall Resolved, that the Construction Committee be ordered to proceed with phis work. Carried. On motion the meeting was adjourned. ;W'F'1�oy/d H. S. .Deputy City Clerk .W 247 _BOARD OF PUBLIC WOR W MOC &ZDI YGS CITY OF IT:iA A, N.Y. REGULAR METING 10:00 A.:::. OCTOBER 2Z, 1937 RrtESYM -- ;.Ia.yor '_,yers Cominis ioners - Allen,Egbert,Uerrill,Sawdon Attorney - Po-,ors Deauty Clerk - Springer Enjneer - Larble Forester - Baker 6upt. - Carpenter Se7lej' Supt. - Dougherty General Foreirnan - Alby Surer Inspector - Uismar " ';.LJTE,'S :- Hinutes of the preceuing meeting were duly approved. U • -.10N FIRZ 3 SCHTOOL DISTRICT -06 :- The matter of assessluent of a school tax on tae experimental tract on tie east side of Nortn Ca.y age Street, was callers to the attention of the Board. A copy of =t letter xritten by the Clerk, to ':;r. Frank 3. Hore,Assessor in t._is school district in regard to tn.ic new assessment was read, and t:ie Clerk reporter a telephone conversation with Kr. Hoge t.-is morning, during cihi, ch 1.1r. Hore ad�!iitted t:.at municipally or-nea pronerty not returning an income shoult., not be taxed, and tii_!.t the Assessors in that aistrict would consider expunction of this tax. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Coin. 2errill S' KERSTAS, only the regidtar water rate is .charged the Soil Conservation Service, and, y�tiE:?,r:AS, no income is derived from this experimental tract, 35011 T AErUFORE BE IT RESOLV40, that the Assessors in the Union Free School Divtriet ,P6 be requested to expunge this assessment. Carried. EAST WOOD SECTION A petition signed by seven residents of the Eastrood Section together with a letter froze LX. Leland Spencer ryas presented to '_ie Board requesting immediate steps be taken in the matter of construction of sidewalks on tiie west bide of Cornell Stre. --t between Eastwood Avenue and State Street, and on ttie north side of Eastrood Avenue west of Cornell Street. After discussion it was decided. that the season is too far oxivancea to undertake this .^ork this year, axac; tihet funds c -:oulu be recuirea to do considerable curb anu gutter :ork before side�mlks eoula be con - structed ana that the Clerk should Notify i.:r. Spencer-of their decision. By Commissioner Sawdon.: secendea by Corn. Egbert RESOLVED, ta'a.t tiie matter of our and: gutter construction in the Eastwood. Section be referred to Engineer 1.1 -arble fog study and report. Carried. CLAI ,! FOR DA�.;AGES :- Attorney Powers reporteu tila.t Hisc, drir S ter had notified him of her intentions of a claim for dama.he.• for injuries sustained on Thurston Avenue near Be,zton Place when s,.li�atinE fra.-A a bus she std; hpei, on a :petal covered ditch basin - -hien tilted anr. alloreu her to fall thru inj urin- her leg. Attorney Powers expressed doubt of the City's liability since tris catch basin is' not locate .t a crosswalk and anoarently had been struck by a car and knocker, off its sunnort. B, Commissioner Sawdon : secon6ec. by Co,:,,-. :,:Errill: is SOLVED, teat tt�is clai,� be diealloreu if ar.d - -hen presented. C>4 rri c d. NIGHT PA IYG : Attention of the Boare was ca.11e(; to the serious iziterference wit'-a the work of the street swee-0, er and sro,: plods causea by the great nu�ber of cars T),arked it t ;e streets rl.t niE;iit. By Com,fAssioncr Sawdon : seconder b,,; Co,_u.,. Alien : RZSULVEU, ti-at t_,e Co:':h:ion Council be, requested to take such action as iaay be neceoo ;ar;r to ^elieve this sitTiaticn. Carried. STATE &_ , %,I CHELLIt1 ERSECTION :- It was reported that the acplalt pave,nent at tAis i4 ter-secta 0iZ, becomes extr•em-oly slippery wen wet. Con_tissioner F:gLert sta.tea that he drives: over tnis pave ~lent several times daily,anc: fouic, it safe vita rea.so.i_ cle caz'. ". in urivin,, ". 2 !18 -2- . :1027 ,7 b.P.. . PROJiCTS En ;sneer ; .'.role rel)orte rete:-ned t.;.c Flooc. S trvc:y Pro ect recJlitl�� eubAit tee.., • for .'..or ; - cot.mlete They also stated ti. v a11o,: nce :'or L:w teri' h: ci been • co i ie_crabl'r _%cucec . i Co;;-- '.i +:iC '1e S&'.•':o.on• : secondee: oto Oo . 1. te- ZalLinecr revise an: . reL,ucc the p:'o j cct o • ♦sary e t t� Com.i •1l , ck 1 r.� Fi 1_c,ce� �� i__�a::ov,,.,eii�s, o�-;i � �in� file � ;:.i�c i.� .._� -Cre.,,, 'r3ri �r�e�> _ t Au:rora, Tio 1. '.:1: C't'yue. StTe=ts c'.i1C'_ re§nbuit to the ii.P./ I ' for 7p' rova.1. • NEW CONSTRUCTION Engineer Marble reported that the piling• work • at Cayuga Inlet will be comxleted this week, and that the addition to the parking lot rin Street is nearly comp. eted. He also reported that the wall ac11 n completed adjoining . he Fletcher property on Stewart Avenue. SEWER OUTFALL :- Engineer Marble reported that the reteflood had again filled in the excavation at the outlet of the syph.Jand that Provo Bros. had agreed to dig it out, at the rate of 0100 . 00 per day. Mr. Marble estimated it would tr.kc from two to hree days to do this work. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen : RESOLVED, that this excavation be done and arrangements eft with Engineer Marble Car ied. • CAYUGA INLET PILING Commissioner Egbert reported on he . several discussions with Iiiri Elmer T. Hurst, in regard t . the damage to the leased property of the B & H Oil Company o West State Street, after which i +i Hurst again appealed to th Board for assurance that damages to their property would be repair d. hr. Hurst went on record as claiming damages for loss of use of their station during installation of, piling along the In et. Mr. Hurst was given assurance that when the work is enti ely • completed his claim for damages will be considered at on e. REPAIRS TO DOORS B.&H OIL CO. . STATION :- Mr. Hurst aske the Board to approve a bill for 09.00 covering trempdracr rt ep Yrs to doors. • I onmex f• X=IQCoX ntAuX wAxichliim C ngnX C **( see 'page' 2k9 for resolution) SIDEWALKS :- Forester Baker reported numerous requests t repair or replace sidewalks damaged by tree roots. Since the City requires taxpayers to build and maintain idewalke, and are not allowed to cut roots of trees causing damag it was suggested that Mr. Baker compile all possible informati in this regard and report at a later meeting. H WATER TANK CORNELL STREET :- Commissioner Sawdon reported on the progress of this work which has been greatly impeded on account of difficulty in excavating He reported they are nor ready to pour concrete for the foundation and the steel is expected to arrive November 10th. SIGMA CHI SadIiu:Ii?G POOL :- It was reported that a connction back of the meter had been discovered whereby this Frat:�rnity at #106 Cayuga Heights Road have been using City Water In their swimming pool without its being metered. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the officers of the Sigma Chi Fraternity be cited to appear before the Board at their next meeting to be Meld at 10:00 A.M. i'?ov. l0th, to show cause why their water serv1 ce be ,; not disconnected for violation of the rules of the Boar► of �fI Public Works. Carl ied. SLUDGE PUL :- The Sewer Committee reported that a et IT of the various pumps, bids for which were received Oct. 13th .. eclosed the superiority of the Chicago pump. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Comm. Allen :- ,; RESOLVED, that an order be placed for the Chicago pump. • arried • • • B. P. Vu. -3~ AIR CONDITIONERS Sewer Inspector Wismar air conditioning; plants in the City and was watch of these idnatU"tians and prevent an water being emptied into the sanitary sewer 2419 10 -27 -1937 reported on the various instructed to keep excessive amount of system. AUDIT : -By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen : RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried On motion the meeting was adjourned. F.H. ringer Deputy City Clerk * *By Commissioner Sawdon:seconded by Comm. Egbert: RESOLVED, that a bill for $9.00 covering repairs to doors at the B.& H. Oil Company Station, be paid when presented without prejudice. Carried. 2 50 REGULAR MEETING S'OARD OF PUBLIC IORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 10:00 A.M. NOVEI:BER 10, 1937 PRESENT Mayor Myers Commissioners - Egbert, Sawdon, Merrill, Allen, Causer,, Iii scall Attorney - Powers Deputy Clerk - Springer E-ngineer -- marble Forester Baker Water Dept. Supt - Carpenter General Fore-man - Alby Constr. Foreman - Cass Sewer Dept. Supt - Dougherty Seder Inspector - ►vjamas 14INUTES minutes of the preceding Meeting were duly approved as corrected. HAND PUMPER :-- Mr. C.D.Tarbell representing the Veteran Volunteer Fireman's Association requested the Board to furnish more suitable storage quarters for the Old Hand Pumper, pointing out that the present quarters did not prevent dirt and rust from accumulating on the pumper. It was regularly moved,seconded and carried that General Foreman Alby be instructed to prepare suitable storage quarters for the pumper at the City Barns by erecting a partition, and laying a plank floor in the stall. ROAD ROLLER :- The Clerk for use of a road roller The Clerk was instructed allow their equipment to contacting Harry Baker, he could probably secure presented a request from I: r. S.R. Ha,fely at the Kappa Alpha Theta Fraternity. to inform Trr. Hafely that the City did not go outside the City li._iit s, and that by the Superintendent of the Town of Ithaca, a roller. OAK AVENUE The Clerk reported a verbal request from': Ir. ITI.H. Schickel for permission to move dirt across Oak Avenue, such permit to extend to January 1, 1935. The :Natter was referred to the City Engineer with power. STREET LIGHT EAST BUFFALO ST.:- The Clerk reported a verbal request fro.. V. Karapetoff at 520 East Buffalo Street to have the st -.eet light near his residence moved to a location where it would light his residence. By Commissioner Causer : seconded by Co 1,i. Allen RESOLVED, that this :Natter be left with the Lighting Cor--1ttee tiaith power. Carried. I'SU _.q _ LAION CITY HALL ATTIC :- A com,unication from Driscoll :giros. n",aU read, quoting a price of 4476.00 for complete insulation of tree attic area of the City Hall. The Clerk referred to a sinilar cor.l.Nunica.tion presented to the Board at a meeting held April 14, 1937 at which time the matter wa,s tabled for future consideration. By Corz.lissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cor.�:-�iissioner riiscall: RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Building Committee for investigation and report at a later meeting. Carried. RECORD VAULT CITY HALL :- The Clerk expressed by a Safety Engineer that vault in the City Clerk's office are By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by RESOLVED that the clatter be referred for investigation and report, called attention to an opinior.: -. the present doors on the stork, ge not fire proof. C om—.1. I,li S call : to the Building Committee BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Committee consult with Fire Chief Reilly in their investigation. Carried. CLAIM OF B. & H. OIL COMPANY :- The claim of the B. & H, Oil Company for damages to their property during the Inlet piling work was presented to the Board. Since no definite amount was stated in the claim it was decided a study should be :jade of the situation and that the B. & H. Oil Cor_1pa.ny should present an itemized claim. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Allen : RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Construction Cor_2._littee who, with Engineer L'arble should confer with Contractor Provo and Kr. Hurst of the Oil Company to decide what part of the d,:image night be adjusted by the Contractor. Carried M 251 B.P.W. 11 -10 -1937 SIGMA CHI SWIMAING POOL :- Attorney Powers reported on a meeting of Attorneys for the Fraternity and dater Department officials at which a price of $100.00-was agreed upon as full payment for unmetered water used in the Swimming Pool. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert ; RESOLVED, that the agreement between the Sigma Chi Fraternity and the Water Department be and'the same is hereby approved and ratified. Carried CAYUGA INLET :- Engineer Marble presented the third and final estimate for work on the steel sheet piling by Provo Brothers a..aounting to $4,289-34, less 20`% or $857.87 retained, leaving; a balance due Provo Bros. of $3,431.47. By Commissioner Sawdon :seconded by Comm. cs i3l RESOLVED, that this estimate be approved and paid. Carried. W.P.A. PROJECTS :- Engineer Marble presented detailed plans for a sediment dam in Williams Brook, and other Flood Control work, with the total cost estimated at $13,761.00 of which the City's snare would be $4,152.00. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Allen RESOLVED, that the plans be accepted and approved subject to final approval by the Construction Comnittee. Carried BRINDLEY STREET BRIDGE :- Engineer Marble reported receipt of plans from Professor E.N.Burrows for the Brindley Street bridge. Discussion revealed that it would be difficult and expensive to cor;plete the bridge during Winter months, and of the importance of putting the bridge in a safe condition for limited loads. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Egbert : RESOLVED, that Engineer Karble and Forerun Alby ascertain if bridge can be made safe by tei2porary reinforcement. Carried. BRYANT HEIGHTS PROJECT :- Mayor Fryers called attention to the importance of ample W.P.A. projects for the Winter months, as he feels certain a great demand for relief will be made. He pointed out that the Bryant Heights Street Project,alrea.dy approved by the W.P.A. should be started and that the Council should be requested to appropriate the necessary funds estimated at $9,332.01 as the City's share. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Comi�.Sawdon ': RESOLVED, that the Council be notified that it is the sense of this Board that work should proceed on the project and funds be appropriated for same. Carried. SIDEWALK SURVEY :- Forester Baker stated he was still working on the survey, and was not prepared to report at this time. 11'ORRIS AVENUE .-- Commissioner Allen reported he had received an offer of 35.00 each for the houses on 1orris Avenue owned by the City. The Board considered this a fair offer and approved the sale, and thanked Commissioner Allen for his efforts. By Commissioner 11i stall : seconded by Com-1. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the City Attorney immediately take legal action to have these premises vacated and Commissioner Allen proceed with the sale of the buildings, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a bond indemnifying the City for any damages during re�:�oval of these buildings be posted, and the 1.1ayor and City Clerk be empowered to execute same on behalf of the City. Carried. WATER TANK CORNELL STREET :- Commissioner Sawdon reported foundations completed, and they now await arrival of steel. OLD PAVING BRICK :- It was reported that there remain, only enough old brick for the City's needs, and no more should be disposed of. B.P.W. '-3- 11 -10-37 STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES :- Commissioner Miscall reported that the Electric Company had completed installations on Cliff Street and were now working on guest State Street. Ti UCK SHOry Corimissioner Hiscall called attention to the Auto Track show to be held in Newark, New Jersey, November llth and 12th and suggested that K.L. Taylor and Tvillia:m J. Ryan attend at the city's expense. By Co-ynn.lissioner Miscall seconded by Commissioner bnt t Sawdon R ,SOLVED, that �:ir. Taylor and I. -Ir. Ryan be sent to thCa,xried. Snow at the City's expense. .'!UDIT :- By Cond- liesioner Merrill: seconded by Corun. Sawdon: ?SOLVED that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Cor_._iittee be and the same hereby are an-provea foT payment. Carried R_E7J'ND Oy BI ;L :- Comrzissioner Causer called attention to a bill o j519, 50 for opening the sanitary sewer at 205 Willard ?ay ,�'hich Donohue & Halsrerson had rendered miss Jean HoDermott of that :caress. D-; cussion disclosed the fact that this expense; sar)uld on borne by the City and since Donohue &Halverson had alreat'.y -oo,id the City for this work. By Commissioner Saw _on, seconded by Cann, Merrill: "ESOLVED that the ite:_1 of $19.50 be refunded to Donohue &Halverson who would. then credit Miss . cDer:lott with a lime cxaountCCarried TLLEPHOYE E,XCHA�TGE Corlmissioner Sawdon reported con-plaints frcm the Water DeDartment and Chamberlain's office in regard to the sere i ce throu;h the City Hall Exchange. D)y Cc, ssioner Sawdon : seconded by Co::_l, i:ierril. nE.�OL iniL that the matter be referred to tine Construction and I _lproverlent Committee for study and report. Carried. :'a GA11,T CLAIM : Attorney Powers advised the Board of the .'"A iz-an action in Supreme Court, to reoover damages from the City for.a window, broken by a loose stone which was ejected from the pavement by a assing - vehicle. He stated than t'le action wao in the a,.:lount of 4350.00, but that it could be settled out of court for w100.00 and while he was willin- to proceed with the case, he thou - - -ht it mi, ,,ht be wise to settle for that amount. He presented a picture showing the condition of the pavement at the time of the accident, which is to be entered in evidence at the trial. By Com:lissioner Miscall : seconded by Corm. Ebert: SOLVED, that Attorney Powers be and h� hereby is amthorized to settle this case for $100.00 pa.ysble Carried. On motion the meeting was adjourned. F.H. SPR FGER DEPUTY CITY CLERK `� 1 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Regular Meeting PRE SENT Mayor - Myers Coniii:issioners - Sawdon, Attorney -- Powers Deputy Clerk - Springer Engineer-Marble, Forester - Baker City of Ithaca, N. Y. 10: 00 A. M.. Miscall, Allen, Merrill Water Dept. Supt. Sewer Dept. Supt. General Foreman - Constr. Foreman - November 24, 1937 - Carpenter - Dougherty Alby Cass 1IFUTES Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. MOTOR TRUCK SHOW Comm. Miscall read a report submitted by K.L.Taylor and IN. J. Ryan of their attendance at the Motor Truck Show. CINDER SPREADER Comm. Miscall called attention of the Board to the advisability of purchasing one or two cinder and sand spreaders which may be attached to the tail gate of any truck to expedite spreading cinders or sand on slippery streets. No action was taken. ALPHA CHI RHO The Clerk submitted a letter from the house manager of this fraternity at 726 University Ave. calling attention to damage to their property caused by flooding from the sanitary sewer, and asked if they could expect remuneration from the City. By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded,by Commissioner Miscall Resolved, that the Clerk write the'house manager of the Alpha Chi Rho fraternity, suggesting that they submit an itemized claim for their damages at which time their claim will be considered. Carried. ROAD ROLLER The Clerk presented the second request from 14r. S.R.Hafely for use of the heavy roller at the Kappa Alpha Theta fraternity at 118 Triphainmer Road. It being shown that this property was inside the City limits, the Clerk was instructed to notify Mr. Hafely that Foreman Alby would investigate the conditions and proceed with the work if weather conditions permit. SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE A new lease agreement between the Soil Conservation Service and the City of Ithaca was presented, which super - cedes the former agreement dated May 25, 1937, and which alters the terms of lease of the plot on the east side of N. Cayuga St, extension and a plot at the airport. The new agreement requires the'City to give the Government two years notice of their intention to regain possession of the property and the Government is required to give the City thirty days notice of their intention to vacate. By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen Resolved, that the City of Ithaca accept the terms of the new agree- ment and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the same for the City. Carried. SANITARY SEWER OUTFALL Engineer Marble called attention of the Board to a "Permit to discharge sewage or wastes into the waters of the State," dated December 1, 1936 which had apparently been overlooked by the former City Engineer, pointing out that the "Permit" should have been recorded in the County Clerk's Office before becoming operative. By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen Resolved, that the Clerk be instructed to have the "Permit" recorded at once. Carried. FLOOD CONTROL The Clerk read a letter signed by C. J. Swartwood, suggesting numerous ideas for flood control in the south side of the City. The Clerk was instructed to reply to Mr. Swartwood, thanking him for his letter and advising him-that progress is being made-in-the iaa.tter .of flood cat'ol in that section of the City,. FLOOD CONTROL Engineer Marble reported progress on plans for flood control, and that the completed plans for several projects will soon be ready for submission to the W.P.A. By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon Resolved, that the Construction Committee be empowered to approve plans when completed, for submission to the W.P.A. for approval. Carried. B.p.W. proceedings -2^ November 24, 1937 R1 City Attorney Powers read a letter from Mr. Corneluis Georgia regarding settlement for part of his lot at the intersection of Park and S. Albany Streets used for new Sp encer Rd. The Attorney reported that Mr. Georgia signed a release reserving settlement of claim, at titre of original negotiations. He wanted $450. for portion used. By Comillissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall Resolved, that the City Attorney be instructed to advise Mr. Georgia that the City will accept decision of arbitrators. Carried, SPEND WATER BILL prF iises of Frank follows; Prior to. Oct. 19, 1936 After _ Oct. 19, 1936 418.85 Commissioner Sawdon reported that water bills on Speno at 709 E. Buffalo St. are in arrears as Gross Gross City Attorney Powers explained the the first item was accwnula,ted be- fore idr. Speno took title and is not a personal claim against Ir. Speno and that in his opinion this old bill would not prevent payment of la -t,:r bills at discount. By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Miscall Re --�lved, that payment of water bills since Oct. 19, 1936 be allotred at discount and HT. Speno so advised, and that the City Attorney pre- pare necessary resolution and warrant for collection of Cooldyeill. r. WATER MAIN EXTENSION_. Commissioner Sawdon read a communication from Wars. E. H. Wood requesting extension of water service to that property. It was pointed out that permission of Prof. Allen is necessary to cross his property with the line. By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen Resolved, that this work be done as -soon as agreement is completed with Prof. Allen. Carried. STREET LIGHTING Commissioner idiscall 'reported that installation of new lights had been completed to Albany St. He also suggested that Engineer :Marble should make a report on the proposed installation of the old fixtures to new locations. "`aDIT By Commissioner Merrill, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon ,.solved, that the bi11s approved and audited by the Finance Committee `e and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried. EASTWOOD SECTION Commissioner Sawdon referred to a petition which was presented to the Board at their Oct. 27th meeting, signed by seven residents of that section, requesting the construction of sidewalks between State St. and Eastwood Ave. on Cornell St. and on Eastwood Ave. west from Cornell St. At that meeting the Clerk was instructed to write Prof. Leland Spencer that the season was too far advanced to consider the work this year. -I1nce this work is to be considered in preparing the 193-8 Budget it was By Commissioner Sawdon, seconded by Commissioner Allen Resolved, that it is the sense of this Board that sidewalks be-con- structed from State St. to Eastwood Ave. on the west side of Cornell St, and on the north side of Eastwood Ave. west of Cornell St. early in the spring. Be It Further Resolved, that the Clerk be instructed to write Prof. Leland Spencer and PoGtma.ster Sloughter to that effect. Carried. SLUR CLEARANCE Commissioner 211iscall reported that the sum of 562 millions of dollars had been allocated by the Federal Government for slurp clearance, and construction of low rental houses. He stated that the Government has several plans for financing these projects and that there is a considerable need of this sort of housing in Ithaca. He pointed out that no small community had done anything in this line and thought it entirely possible that the proper authorities could be interested in the project for Ithaca. Commissioner ;discall agreed to gather all available information on the subject and report to the Board at a later date. On motion the meeting adjourned to reconvene at 10:00 A. M;. Ljonday, Nov, 29th for consideration of the 1935 Budget. r. F Springe nP ,tv City Clerk t}G.�9..�.L,T �F i'6.t.D1.i,LdJ nV1"T.nv s�✓v,au��:.u.., OITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. NOVEMBER 29,1937 PRESENT : Yayor Myers Commissioners - Merrill, Allen, Sawdon, Causer, Miscall, EE;bert Attorney - Powers Deputy Clerk - Springer Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Sewer Supt. - Dougherty General Foreman -- Alby BUDGET :- Consideration of the Budget for 1938 being the purpose of this meeting, the Board immediately proceeded with the work.After discussion it was By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert, RESOLVED, that $1,500 be added to Airport estimate for resurfacing runway. Carried. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Merrill: RESOLVED, that x$1500.00 be added to City Cemetery estimate to rebuild or repair the receiving vault. Carried. All other budget requisitions were discussed and agreed upon as presented with the exception of appropriations requested for the,City Clerk's, Engineer's and Plumbing Inspector's respective offices. RIGHT OF WAY : Attorney'Powers called attention to the fact that the City had trespassed on properties owned by the Bradford Almy Estate when the new road was constructed on So. Albany Street and that settlement should be effected at an early date. It was regularly moved,seconded and carried that the City Attorney and Commissioner Merrill be authorized to negotiate with the Almy Estate in an effort to arrive at a satisfactory price,and report their findings to the Board. RIGHT OF SPAY : Attorney Powers reported that Mr. Geor is had 6alled`oi him a ain and stated that he was to receive X50.00 for his lot or 400.00 if the City, filled in the portion he retained. Commissioner Merrill reported that a lot owned by Mr. Sincebaugh was also involved in the question of right of way in this vicinity. After discussion it was decided to await settlement of the Almy matter before action was taken on Georgia and Sincebaugh matters. PARKING AREA : Commissioner Sawdon presented a letter from the Burnssealt Company asking if the City would again consider purchasing the remaining Treman King Company property adjoining the City Parking Area. Commissioner Sawdon pointed out that if the purchase is made, the land in the rear of the old Tompkins County National Bank Building, now owned by the Tompkins County Trust Company also should be acquired, thereby giving the City control of the entire parking area. The Board expressed willingness to reopen negotiations provided this plot could be included in the purchase. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen : RESOLVED, that Mr. Burns be requested to quote a price on the land Vi shown on the :,;fin he submitted, together with the Bank property. Carried. EXECUTIVE SESSION : At this point it was regularly moved, seconded and carried th at the Board go into executive session. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Co =iissioner Miscall: RESOLVED, that the New York State Electric & Gas Corporation be given permission to lay approximately 180 feet of conduit back of curb on the south side of Green Street between Cayuga and Geneva Streets. Carried. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Causer : RESOLVED, that Floyd H, Springer be and he hereby is appointed City Clerk effective January 1, 1938- Term of office to continue at pleasure of the Board. Carried. B. P. We By Commissioner Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the salary hereby fixed at $3,300.00 By Commissioner Miscall : RESOLVED, that the salary paid James E. Matthews be Gam: 11--29 -1937 seconded by Commissioner Allen of the City Clerk be and the same is per year. Carried. seconded by Commissioner Sawdon ; amounting to $133.33 per month now terminated Dec. 31, 1937• Carried. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner Sawdon 'F.:E-SOLVED, that George A. Blea.n be and he hereby is appointed Deputy City Clerk, effective January 1, 1938. 'erm of office to continue at pleasure of the Board. Carried. By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Commissioner Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the salary of the Deputy City Clerk be and the same is hereby fixed at $2,000.00 Carried. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Commissioner Causer : RESOLVED, that the salary of Roland Lamphier be and the same is hereby fixed at 01,600.00 per year effective January 1, 195. Carried. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Allen RESOLVED, that the salar of Engineer T.F.Marble be and the same is hereby fixed at 13,500.00 annually effective January Carried. It was moved.-seconded and carried that the Budget for the year 1935 as informally approved, be a.iad tAe 'game hereby is approved and adopted and a requisition ordered filed with the Coniion Council for an appropriation of $17621Q3 to cgv-er the - ,estimated cost of general care,maintenance, and oppara.tia3�,' off' the several departments under the control of the -Foatd and aYt psapriatiori of $160,730 to cover the estimated cost of VAw Uatt- auction and permanent improvements being a total 7�recpAsibiA4 of $336,833- On motion the meeting was adjourned. H. epu Sp, initer T'ly Mity Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. DECEMBER 8, 1937 PRESENT :-- Mayor Myers Commissioners - Causer ,Egbert,Merrill,Miscall,Sawdon Attorney Powers mater Dept Supt. - Carpenter Deputy Clerk - Springer Sewer Supt.- - Dougherty Engineer - marble Gen'l Foreman - Alby Fotester - Baker Construction For, - Cass MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. SIDEWALK HIGHLAND ROAD :- Mr. Jones appeared before the Board on behalf of his mother, Mrs. E.J. Jones of 106 Highland Place in regard to the condition of the sidewalk in front of her property, caused by change of grade when this street was paved. 1:r. Jones reported that the flagstones had been damaged during street, construction andasked the City to rebuild the walk, stating that .his 'mother was willing to contribute one half of the-cost cf materials necessary. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert: RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried. PARKING AREA :- The Clerk read a eommunieation'from the Burns Realty Company quoting a price of $27,500.00 for the Treman King property and the plot in the present area owned by the Tompkins County Trust Co. The Board considered this a fair price for the land but that the whole question of Parking areas be 'studied. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Causer : RESOLVED, that the 14ayor appoint a Committee to study-the-parking situation and report at the next meeting of the Board. Carried. The Mayor appointed the following Board members on this Committee, Commissioners Liscall,Merrill,Causer. BEEBE LAKE ROAD The Clerk reported a communication from Mr. J.E. Matthews of the University Comptroller's office in regard to maintenance of the timber fence along the Beebe Lake,Forest Home Road, in which it-was pointed out that. the City erected the fence, and that it is now in need of repainting. Mr. Matthews stated that the University would be willing to cooperate with the City-.in this work,by furnishing paint or labor. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Cor,;.a:issioner Egbert: RESOLVED, that the City Engineer and Foreman Alby be instructed to investigate the :_latter and make reco::i iendations at the next Board :meeting. Car. ri ed. ALPHA CHI RHO :- An itemized statement of damages caused when the Sanitary Sewer backed up in their cellar was presented to the Board. It was felt that the claim amounting to $21.60 was just and should be .paid. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Com- iissioner Verrill: RESOLVED, that the City Attorney.be authorized to settle, if in his opinion it is a legal claim. Carried. STREET LIGHT : Commissioner Miscall pointed out, that in order to complete the System of Boulevard Lighting on West State Street it would be necessary to install one additional light at intersection of Hector and Cliff Streets, and asked for authority to order installation. By Commissioner,Miscall :.seconded by Coruli.ssioner Sawdon: RESOLVED, that the•mayor and City Clork be and they hereby are authorized to execute, On behalf of the City an order to the New York State Elec. & Gas Corporation to install one 600 c.p. ornamental light at the intersectipli of Hector and Cliff Streets at an annual cost of. $50.00. Carried. TAX TITLES :- The.Clerk reported that fu1T title has now been completed on the _following' properties :' . Mr. Uoscovitch .1.10 Morris 'Ave. 12. Moscovitch, 112 14orris Avenue Bool Floral Company lot 418 Blk 23 Floral Ave. )7 -1037 B.P.W. SANITARY CODE :- The Clerk reported receipt of notice from the Public Health Council of the State of New York,setting forth the necessary qualifications of operators of Public Sewage treatment plants. It was agreed that the present employees net the requirements. WATER 11AIN Attorney Powers reported on his attempt to collect a bill of $200.00 against the J.T.Neimian Zotate for extending a water main outside the City limits. He reported that '_rs. Newman was willing to make a payment of x$100.00 for full settle -ment, but if the offer was refused, and a claim was made against the Xet,ate that in all probabilities not more than $50.00 could be collected. L2r. Powers stated that he wished to make further investigation into the condition of the Estate. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Egbert: RESOLVED, that Attorney Powers be authorized to settle this account with e�ttleNentaieipreferableinvestigation it Carried that such a $ PEARSALL PLACE SANITARY SEWER : Engineer Harble reported that the V.P. . require certified copies of rights -of -way before approving plans,and that three property owners in this section ar;e..�leranding payment for these right s-of-way, namely Button and liahoney. By Commissioner „liisaall :seconded by a Comm. Sawdon RESOLVED, power, RESOLVED, that 14:ayor layers appoint to call on these property owners with the view of effecting ed. a more satisfactory settlement. Since the Iiayor is acquainted with one of the property owners he volunteered to serve on the Committee,and appointed Commissioner Hiscall, and Engineer 1;arble to serve with him. BRYANT HEIGHTS PROJECT The Engineer reported that the Common Council had appropriated monies for the Bryant Heights Project and that the W.P.A. office had advised the Project had been set -up for starting about January Ist. FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS : Engineer l.arble reported that the plans for the ood Control Project had been approved by the Construction Committee! and that only the rights- of- wal,are to be secured before submission to the S7.P.A. for'-app No difficulty is anticipated in securing these rights- of-way since the properties involved will be greatly improved by this work The plans include the following Concrete culvert w GilesrStreettnearrSa Hopper ankPl. It n Storm sewer & Curb - Chestnut Street Walls & ditch paving -Lake Road & Kline Road Curb & Culvert pipe- Spencer & Albany intersection Concrete culvert & walls- Cliff Street Storm sewer - W. Seneca between Brindley & Floral Ave By Commissioner Egbert : seconded by Conn. Uiscall: RESOLVED, that the Engineer investigate costs of the ecessary rights -of -way and report. SIDEWALK REPAIRS :- Forester Baker reported on his investigation of procedure of other cities in regard to responsibility for sidewalks da: agsdb��s° street that many of the better clas ciaesv�eresponsibili tyfor hisdamage where trees are maintained by the City. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded,,by Commissioner T.iscall:. RESOLVED, that such revision of the Charter and /or the Rules of the Board of Public Works, as may de to pro,dde that the City of Ithaca assume responsibility for maintenance of sidewalks damaged by tree roots. Carried. LIGHTING :- Commissioner Miscall reported that the new lights had been turned on from Corn to Cliff Street and that there are now 27 lights available for e City, installa- tion at other locations without c to the He also reported that the City Engineer had prepared a showing his recommendations for the location of these lights. • 29 . B.P. -3- 12-S-1937 By CommisLioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert RESOLVED, that the list of recommended locations as subr> itted by Engine -r Marble be accepted and approved and the changes made as s•on as possible. Carried. • GAS & ELE TRIO RATES :- Commissioner Miscall ouggested that a Consulti ': Engineer be employed to make a survey of the electric and-gas r':tes for residences and commercial` houses in the City. He stated that the New York State Electric and Gas Corporatipn had agreed to adjust the local rates as soon as consumptii•n warranted, but that they had made no move toward this adj :tm/tint, and that he-felt-it a responsibility of the Board, to the citizens, to see that rates are reduced. After discussio it. was decided that further study of the matter be made • with the [ dea of placing before- the Common Vouncil for their consider. ion. INSULATI" CITY HALL :- Commissioner Causer reported that two bids had i•een received for insulating the City Hall attic,and one bid ii ich included the buildings occupied by Fire companies No 1-2-3 :nd 4. By Commis:ioner Snwc pommnissioner Oauaer: RESOLVED, that the Building Committee continue to investigate the advisability of doing' this work and report at the next meeting. Carried AUDIT :- :y Commissioner Merrill: seconded by Comm. Sawdon; RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited Thy the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carried • TERRACE P ACE :- Mayor Myers reported a request, that at the name of Terra I- Place be changed to Edward or Campbell` ttreet in honor of I dward Campbell. • The matte, was referred to the Highway Committee for consideration and repo GILES ST'-, ET :- Engineer Marble reported that Frank Lucente of 1124 ales Street had called his attention to a slide which is causi : damage to his property°. By Commis:ioner Sawdon : seconded by Commissioner Merrill: RESOLVED, that Engineer Marble study the situation and report . Carried. EXECUTI a SESSION ;-By Commissioner Sawdon: seconded By Comm.Merrill: RESOLVED, Ithat the salary of Alice Haywoo'd:'be and the same is hereby fi ed at 411, 600.00 per year effective Jan. 1, 1938. Carried. • C motion the meeting adjourned► ; • • F. .Spr' ger i Deputy City Clerk .r• c .. • • • .. r 20 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. REGULAR MEETING 10:00 A.M. DECEMBER 0,1937 PRESENT - Mayor Myers Commissioners - Allen, Egbert,Merrill,Miecall,Sawdon Deputy Clerk - Springer Engineer - Marble Forester - Baker Water Supt. - Carpenter Sewer Supt - Dougherty General Foreman - Alby Construction Foreman - Cass MINUTES :- Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly ap roved. W.P.A. PROJECT :- Engineer Marble submitted a project fo work to be done upstream from VanNatta's Dam, consisting of cons ruction of rip rap walls, gravel road, cleaning of creek, opening f channel, cleaning of woods, and path construction,including culve ts. He stated that the project would give employment to about 1 5 men for three months, and that Mr. Conley had agreed to submit t e project at once for W.P.A. approval with a request for immediate action. By Commissioner Miscall : seconded by Comm. Egbert: RESOLVED, that the project as submitted be and the same ereby is approved, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the sponsor 's share of the ost be evenly divided between the Water Department and General d. Carr ed. FENCE BEEBE LAKE ROAD :-Engineer Marble reported that it would require about 20 gallons of paint for this work and sine the University had agreed to apply the paint if the City wo d furnish it it was moved By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Merrill: RESOLVED, that the Clerk notify the University that the ity will participate in the cost of painting the fence to the ext nt of paying for the necessary paint which the Engineer estima es will require not more than 20 gallons. Oa tied. AMERICAN .WATER WORK'S ASSOCIATION :- Commissioner Sawdon called attention to a meeting of the Association to be held Dec 29th in New York City and suggested that Water Superintendent Carpenter should attend. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm.. 3lggbert: : RESOLVED, that Mr. Carpenter be authorized to attend thismeeting at Water Department expense. Carrie . At this point Commissioner Allen was excused. WEST STATE STREET LIGHTING :- Commissioner Miscall repor ed that the ' new lights on West State Street are now in use and that any citizens had expressed approval of the improved illumina ion. Mayor Myers stated that a number of people had called hi and expressed their approval and thanks. C=1114 SPREADER :- Commissioner Miscall reported that a finder spreader had been ordered on approval and had been used or about two weeks with great satisfaction and that this machine ogether with at least one more should be purchased. Commissioner Sawdoitetated that he thought it would be be ter to contact other concerns manufacturing similar machines in order to compare their merits and prices. At this point Commissioner Miscall left the Council Cham er. After Discussion it was moved by Comm, Sawdon, seconded y Commissioner Egbert RESOLVED, that one (1) Model P557 But er sand distributor be purchased. Ayes--3 Nayee-0 . �I SLUDGE PUMP :- Sewer Superintendent Dougherty reported t at the new Sludge Pump had been installed and was very satisfactory AUDIT :-By Commissioner Merrill: seconded by Comm. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited byothe Fin nce Cm , +tee be and the same hereby are approved for payment . •f , 7 7 „.,._._.+ JAMES E. MATTHEWS, CITY CLERK CLARENCE A. SNYDER, CITY CHAMBERLAIN JOSEPH B. MYERS, MAYOR LEWIS E. OOFFLEMYER, QTY ASSe3SOR TRUMAN K. POWERS, Qre ArroRNeY I 'V(.9 CITY Or ITNACA TOMPKINS COUNTY NEW YORK December 15, 1 .937 Provo Brothers Oswego & Hiawatha Blvds. Syracuse, New York. Gentlemen : Enclosed please find the City ' s check in the amount of $2,400.00 to apply on the Cayuga Inlet Piling contract. This check is tendered without prejudice to any claim for damages fro_n the B. & H. Oil Company, in relation to alleged injury to their property and without prejudice to the right of the City of Ithaca to any indemnity, to which it may be entitled, either on the unpaid balance or on the Contractor ' s bond, or otherwise ; all such rights are specifically reserved as against the relaa.i.ning balance, the contractor and the bondsman. Very Truly Yours, F.H. Springer Deputy City Clerk L. lights -,:'nd for the utilizPtion of 600 c-P- wit'hYat ��,&31_tionll cost T:ill be qvpjj!'ble for use to the city. t i �,h t c �10 _00 1) oad. ven .e pjj(j. rTden Roan. of Lin(5eri r, _.itch nd ST tea 'D .er of - ell 2. FOOL, Of.,jnjvexs4Lty A v e, nu e Coiner of HuC_son and A-L;Tor�) streets Corner of i,.itchell !ztreet End Jt �acn Corner of Bry,;nt End Dryd -en 7OPd* tween Oreen c7,-.qd Clill on streets. -treets. 7• a 3'reet "Teey and ClAnton S ,-reet b_-vreen 0 S. cpyuQ72 3U Toc_+Ar,no for c. o. lights ]"tfeet between Euff,-10 and Court Streets. 2. Coiner of First and streets. a dill C E�c, e,, 3- (. LL. S. Fulton street b etten a3.- _-pe', cc'ow Svd te r�aueeet. s. rl&in t 1. e et ,LEer, Clinton: jq,on� a, L streets. n itus Center Ithacc, 0 P Dryden 0 FQ -znu 1Lr,,-inue Avenue , C o r e r of Center Sti-eet en_ s "ve. The locstiofi of li��hz s U^'_. F1 LI 0 the folio'yl c er ver ]�:ryden to Third u e 1. ove 1�30 C.p. 1JL_-ht 7' c Cl l or, E, t f -,7ersit .ve-fLue to corner 0-14' .Oot f j- LLove t__ E-nd Hu P,.On street. C. 0, �.i T- �-,Ui-eets to Corn Street ".o v e ii��ht '.L i - itc'n,611 si-reet 710-& to 1Z'db- :'treet L;T, Stl:eet. U -1CL f 5. 1.1ove 100 Lir - rme IthEcE .Lt j��ve v e '-_U e c E; 0 D -m-, e d- )ryden 7LOP�(� ove I,)() c. n. ji�-ht o... w & x e Avenue oetv een r ajtd Oxford j)ipces. street to r e t w 6 E. rL ove 2-0 c.p. V-1 C ro 7 - JL reen n1ld Stpte streets. -t,eet -cet n - ee tTef-t to '1� t r 0 _0 a c7 _Ove 2 1 en d t to tr E, e t s I 1j,--ht --f101f, Fir St F-f Eatreet S to 7'-�Yetle o .rove 100 c. 3. Clinton Pna Centel streets. e t 10. to .,rove 10�) lL:rht t -I e neEr city- line. t- Avenue and Center !I. Love 100 C.;?. liT,ht fro" Of 2ju, r e, c to __ I ve-nue Lety'een Center 2Td L S B. P. IV. —2— 12 -22 -37 261 TELEPHONE POLE BLAIR ST. Engineer Harble reported that the New York Telephone Company wished to place a new pole in Blair Street in front of the Reidy property, but that the owners objected. He presented a diagram,a copy of which is appended,as prepared by the Telephone Company showing two possible locations of the pole. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Comm. Merrill : RESOLVED, that Plan 7#2 is the more acceptable of the two and that the matter be referred to the City Attorney to determine the City's rights in the matter. Ayes--3 Nay e s - -0 INSULATION? CITY HALL :— Commissioner Sawdon reported that he and Commissioner .errill had inspected the City Hall attic and the adjoining building and that they felt it would be a decided advantage to have the City Hall attic insulatedg but due to the scarcity of funds,the work should be deferred for the time being. B. &H.OIL CO. CLAIli : The Clerk reported that an estimate of damage to property and business of the B. &H. Oil Company at 800 West State Street in the amount of $1, 022.88 had been received. He stated that in the opinion of Commissioner Egbert of the Construction Committee and the City Attorney that the estimate was excessive,considering the actual damage clone, and that the Attorney had written a letter to the Oil Company,the mailing of which had been lwithheld,pending approval of this Board., offering to reimburse the B. &H Oil Company in the amount of $400.00 in full settlement of all da.lages. It was also reported that the Contractors had agreed to assure one half of the $400.00 if and when settlement is made. By Commissioner Sawdon : seconded by Coram. Egbert : RESOLVED, that the report of the City Attorney be approved.,and that the letter offering $400.00 in full settler:aent be ._i=dled to the B. & H. Oil Company, Ayes - -3 Nayes - -o INUT SHEET PILII,?G :— The Clerk reported that Provo Brothers, had requested a payment of $2,400.00 of the, balance due them on the Inlet Piling Job, stating that they were willing to leave the balance amounting to $1, 054.93 until the job-is ft =ally- approved by the City, and the B. & H. Oil Company claim is settled. By Cor:;.lissioner Egbert : seconded by Cori-,I. Sawdon : RESOLVED, that the Clerk be instructed to forward a check in the amount of $2, 4n0.00 to Provo Bros. Ayes - -3 Nayes - -0 A.I- KERRILL RETIRES :— Corrlissioner Merrill called attention to the fact that this would be his last meeting as a member of the Board, having completed his terra of 6 years. On behalf of himself and L'Lerlberc of the Board,? 262 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Special Meeting PRESENT Mayor - Dyers Commissioners - Sawdon, Attorney - Powers Deputy Clerk - Springer Engineer - Marble City of Ithaca, N. Y. 10 :00 A. M. December 27, 1937 Miscall, Merrill, Egbert, Causer, Allen Sewer Supt. -- Dougherty Water Supt. - Carpenter Forester - Baker Mayor 11yers explained that this meeting had been called to _ consider several matters which were not completed at the last meetinf.7 and: such other business that might be brought to the attention of the Board at this time. ITHACA RAILWAY INC. Attorney Powers called attention of the Board to provisions in the Ithaca Railway Franchise, whereby they agreed to deed certain lands adjacent to Percy Field, to the City without cost. He explained that there are sections of the Railway's old right- of -Vfay which the City of Ithaca. should acquire. By Commissioner Miscall, 1 seconded by Commissioner Egbert Resolved, that the matter be referred to the Highway Commit40e, and City Attorney with power. Ga.rr�ed. CINDER SPREADER By Comm. Causer, seconded.by Comm. Sawdon;, Resolved, that the action taken by the Board at the meetingheld Dece.noer 22, 1937 in regard to this.ma.tter be, and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Unanimously Carried.; AUDIT By Comm. Egbert, seconded by Comm. Sawdon. Resolved, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Copnittee be and the same hereby are approved for payment. Carrel: TELEPHONE POLE - BLAB STREET Attorney Powers explained the position of the City in the matter of placing of poles by the New Yo k.,.Te,� epho17e Co., stating that the Telephone'Co. had the right, under th ;;state .i,aw governing transportation corporations to place poles where required. By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by Comma 1_18ca.11 Resolved, . that pIa.n j12 as submitted by the Telephone Co. be and the same hereby is approved. ?.e It kurther resolved, that the City Attorney write Mriss %, °argsxet P.eidy and explain to her the Board's limited jurisdiction i;;tl�iz matter, and that permission had been given to place a pole at a. point rear the south line of her property, which in their opinion would.be most desirable for all concerned. Ca,rrie-d. B. & H. OIL CO. CLAIM By Comm. Sawdon, seconded by COMM. AJ le,n Resolved, that the action taken by the Board at the meeting Neil December 22, 1937 in regard to the matter be, and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Unanimously Carried. IE LET SHEET PILING By Comm. Sawdon, seconded. by Comm. Merrill Resolved, that the action taken by the Board at the meeting held December 22, 1937 in regard to the matter be, and the same hereby is approved, confirmed and ratified. Unanimously Carried. HOUR OF MEETING Commissioner Miscall called attention to the advis- aoility of determining the hour of meetings of the Board for the en- suing year. By Commissioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Allen Resolved, that the hour of meeting of the Board of Public Works be set at 10:00 A•ili. to continue at pleasure of the Board. Carried. Y.ii.C.A. The Clerk reporting for Plumbing Inspector Wismar, stated that the cross connections, from the Y.LI.C.A. swimming pool had been eliminated, and that all water from the filter would be directed into the storm sewer in Buffalo Street. JAMES E. MATTHEWS, CITY CLERK LEWIS E. DOFFLEMYER, CITY AssessoR JOSEPH B. MYERS, MAYOR CITY OF ITWACA TOMPKINS COUNTY NEW YORK Provo Brothers Oswego & Hiawatha Blvds. �-'-vracus,e, Xer- York. Gentle-.,-,qen : CLARENCE A. SNYDER, CITY CHAMBERLAIN TRUMAN K. POWERS, CITY ATTORNEY December 15, 19357 Enclosed nlee,se find the Cit-y', s check in the arour-+ of $2,x-00.00 to apply on the Cayuga Inlet PilinE: 1. contract. This check is tendered vvit-iiout prejudice to any claim for damages --"ro.,, ti- -e B. & H. Oil Company, in relation to alleged injury t6 their property an.d zit'-Iout prejudice to the right of the City of-ItYia,--a to any indennity, to which it nqqy be entitled, eit ,er or, tide unpaid balance or or. the Contractor's bond., or ot.-iclerwise ; all such r-`:----hts are specifically reserved as a�°a.inst the rw qinP .L g balance, the contractor and the bondsman. Very, Truly Yours, F.H.SDrin-er Deputy City Clerk L. JAMES E. MATTHEWS, CITYCLERK CLARENCE-.- A. SNYDER, CITY CHAMBERLAIN JOSEPH LEWIS E. DOFFLEMYER, CITYASSeSSOR B. MYERS, MAYOR TRUMAN K. POWERS, QTY ATTORNEY CITY Of ITWACA TOMPKINS COUNTY NEW YORK —2— ie r=tjXeT' the pre�vejjce of the new piling and the fill between tr yo= wall is mII&I more adequate protection than the tie ro piling "ald g. j�e fail to see how ar'Y d=age has been suffered d in this respect. As to 108-8 of business, we have been f0T06d to -.Aate our books t olxn h estimate, *hIch we can revise only 10Y P700f fro"' you r at your business was damaged to t1he extent Claimed- Under all the cirOametanoes we feel that 4400.0V adc-ouately covers the damage that you have suffered and we fail to see how we could j-ustify any larger PaYment- yours Very Truly T, K - POVVeT 9 citir Attorney L. JAMES E. MATT"EWS, CITY CLERK LEWIS E. 00FIFLEMYER, CITY AsSESSOR B. & H. Oil Co... Inc. 301 So- Cayuga Street, Ithac�;, New York. JOSEPH G. MYeRS, MAYOR CLARENCE A. SNYDER, CITY CHAMBERLAIN TRUMAN K- POWERS, CITY ATTORNEY "71 CITY Of ITWACA TOMPKINS COUNTY NEW YORK December 27, 1917 ATT .6 Mr. Elmer T. Hurst. Dear Sir : The Construction Committee and various City Officials have given careful consideration to your claim submitted December 14 1937. '�Ae have recommended to tAe Board of Public forks that the am of $400.00 be paid you In full settlement of all damages claimed in connection with the Inlet sheet Piling job. This recom.-,,iendatlon has been approved by the Board. With reference to the specific items of the billsour Conclusions are as follows. le feel that the settling of the building was caused to a large extent by the fact that the building was constructed improperly and in violation of the Building Code of the City of Ithaca in the first place. In this connection please refer to paragraph 2503 of the Building Code *hi oh provides in part as follows Oill foundation walls shall extend below the level of probable frost*. The level of probable frost is approximately three feet ; your foundation extended less than one foot below grade. It also appears that the footing under the foundations dia not conform to the BuildIng Code. Necessarily a proper foundation and proper footings would have given more support, to the building and would have prevented part if not all of the settling. You should also understand that the measure of damages In a case of this sort Is the difference in value before and after the alleged injury. It is not the duty of the City of Ithaca, to replace your foundation with something entirely different and considerably better and more expensive. You have an item entitled *remove one beam and out tie rods and reassemble Wiest Deadman ,150-000- This apparently refers to the tie rods from the bottoiat of your old wall. We do not understand that the wall has given way at the bottom. In any event tl-.e tie rods were Improperly located to give proper support to the wall. :hoard of Public Worke -2-- December 27, 1937 CITY ENGINEER - VACATION Commissioner Miscall reported that Engineer Marble would like to take a few days vacation at this time, as his work can be satisfactorily arranged. By CoiiLAssioner Miscall, seconded by Commissioner Sawdon Resolved, that Engineer Marble be granted vacation leave until January 3, 1939. Carried. SAYITARY SEWERS Commissioner Sawdon suggested that a thorough sur- vey of the whole sanitary sewer system should be made. He pointed out that some of the lines are running to full capacity, and that they had backed up in several instances. He suggested that the Sewer Committee should make a study of the situation and make recommendations for im- provements which can be made over a. period of years. COST AC,COTNTTING SYSTEM Commissioner Miscall stated that it seemed advisable to install a cost accounting system which would show the actual cost of work in each department. He thought this system would be of benefit in estimating cost of future work. Several of the Commissioners expressed approval of the plan. Mayor Myers stated that the matter would be referred to the Finance Committee after January 1, 1939, On motion the meeting was adjourned. a F. H. ringer Deputy City Clerk i 263