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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1954-1. a BOARD OF PUBLIC :•TORKS i'ROCEEDI11.GS CITY OF ITHACf X -Y. Regulcr Meeting -,. 5:00 P -11, -January 13, 1954 PRESEET : ifc -.yor - Cook Commissioners = Saperstone, Egan, Bradford, Clynes, Colbert, end Gaurnier !.ldermen - Connolly, Scott, Dickens and Decker. fttorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty asst. to Supt. 'of Public Works - Rich Lngineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh M-I UTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were' duly approved. VICE- CHAIRNi1,,N: Mayor Cook announced that it would be in order at this time to elect a Vice - Chairman of the Board for the ensuing year. Commissioner Saperstone nominated Commissioner Colbert and -thera being no further nominations Commissioner Saperstonets nomination was "seconded by Commissioner Egan. By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the nominations for the position of Vice - Chairman of the Board for the ensuing year be closed; and that Commissioner Colbert be and hereby is unani- mously elected to the position for the ensuing year. Carried Mayor Cook congratulated'Mr. Colbert on his election the the position of Vice - Chairman and asked him to take a seat at the head of the table. He also welcomed Commissioner Clynes, the new member of the Board, who was attending his first session. Ri:Y LEFFERTS PROPERTY - WEST GREEN STR ET: The Clerk reported,that the clay Lefferts property at 310 West Green Street will be on the market for salein the near future and that Nx. Lefferts has offered the City first option for its purchase. The property in question is adjacent on the west on West Green Street to the City -owned parking lot running through from [lest State to i�le.st Green Street. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee for investigation and report. Carried WATER DISTRICT CONTRkCT - SOUTH HILL WATER DISTRICT EXT. 'Ll : Attorney Dahmen presented the final contract between the City of Ithaca and the Town-of Ithaca, on behalf of the South Hill Water District, Extension ;-1, for the continuance of a supply of water to water consumers in the District. He recommended that the contract be approved and that the hayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute it on behalf of the City. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the contract as presented by the City Attorney be and hereby is approved; and that the Nayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried AGREEN:ENTS - 1-11TER & SE1r1ER - BIGGS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: Attorney Dahmen presented separate proposed agreements between the City of Ithaca and the State of New York for furnishing a water supply to the Hermann M. Biggs i-iemorial Hospital and for providing sewage disposal for said hospital. He reported that he had been unable toreach a final agreement regarding the time of payment for such services and he recommended that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the agreements as presented while he continues negotiations regarding time of payment. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the separate agreements covering water supply and sewage disposal for Hermam M. Biggs Memorial Hospital as presented by the City Attorney be*and they hereby are approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute them on behalf of the City; and further that the City Attorney be authorized to continue negotiations with'the State regarding the time of payment. Carried ShLARY & WAGE CHANGES: Supt. Laverty presented recommendations regarding increases in wage rates in the Water & Sewer Department and Board of Public :,forks General Fund, and salary increases in the Engineering & Allied Classification as follows: 48 BOARD OF Fi 8L C WORKS ACCEEDINGS �a�e 2 January 13, 1954 :,lf'.TFR & SE' TER DIVISION 10¢ " 1.50 ,,_,_ _P j °J GFNERAL ND ." 1.50 L Mosher . " 10¢ " 1.50 H. Huddle " 1,0¢ " 1.45 H. Bower " 5¢ Name of'tmployee P. Mooney " Hourly Rate u .:Name.of Employee Hourly td Pete $1.30 J. Diprimio - increase 5¢ to $1.25 F. French - increase 10¢ S i�T. Douglas " 5¢ " 1.25 R. Hamilton " 5¢ " 1.30 W. Happel " 5¢ " 1.30 G. Huhtanen " 5¢ '; 1.25 K. Benninger " 5¢ " I 1.25 P. Millilo " 5¢ " 1.30 F. Cook 5¢ F. Coon 1.30 H. Nivison 5¢ 1.25 H. Leach " 5¢ " 1.30 D. Quinn " 5¢ " 1.30 H. Lipker " 5¢ " 1.25 R. Bowlsby " 5¢ It 1.30 C. Schimorchitz " 5¢ " 1.30 A. Michael " 5¢ " 1.30 D. Blake " 5¢ " 1.25 5¢ 1.55 S E T. I ..S K I L L E D G R O U P R. Gombash 10¢ " 1.50 F. Blake " 10¢ ." 1.50 L Mosher . " 10¢ " 1.50 H. Huddle " 1,0¢ " 1.45 H. Bower " 5¢ " 1.50 P. Mooney " 10¢ " 1.50 F. Mooney 5¢ 1.56 S K I L L E D G R 0 UP C. Ball " 5¢ " 1.55 J. Blake " 15¢ it 1.50 C. Benisi " 5¢ " 1.55 L. Irvin " 10¢ " 1.50 E. Davenport " 5¢ " 1.55 J. Beach " 5¢ " 1.55 F. Coon 5¢ 1.55 W. Quinn " 5¢ " 1.55 M. Rinkics " 5¢ " 1.55 F. Smith " 5¢ " 1.55 J. VanGorder 5¢ 1.55 B. Poole 5¢ 1.55 F0RE�MEN F. Beach " 15¢ " 1.85 C. Edsall. " 15¢ " 1.85 D. Capozzi " 15¢ " 1.85 W. Lynch " 15¢ it 1.85 C. Chilson " 15¢ " 1.85 i K, Taylor " 10¢ " 2100 E. Harris " 15¢ " 1.85 0. M. Neigh If 15¢ IT 1.85 B. Rohrer it 15¢ If 1.85 R. Ryerson If 15¢ " 1.85 A. Bacon " 10¢ " 1.70 S j PER_gIS0R P. Fidler " 25¢ " 2.25 ENGINEERING & ALLIED 1954 Base 1954 Base Salary Salary Charles W. Rich $6,100.00 Leon H. Cass $7,100.00 Richard S. Baker 41800.00 Edward W. Melchen 4,300.00 K. J. Rapalee 3,500.00 John A. Dougherty 3,500,00 He stated that all proposed increases a e within established salary and/or wage rates and recommended that the wage rates e approved, effective January 18, 1954; and that the salary increases be approved, effective January 1, 1954. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded b Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that increases in salary and r wage rates for the year 1954 as recom- mended by the Supt. of Public Works-in accordance with the foregoing schedule be and the same hereby are approved in all re pects; and that the effective dates thereof be in accordance with the recommen ation of the Superintendent. Ca ried SW -TWING POOL: Commissioner Saperstone m de a brief progress report regarding an outdoor swimming pool and pointed out that engineering studies to date indicate that one can be built between $75,000. and $85, OO.-as first estimated. AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and a dited by the Finance Committee be and the same are hereby approved for payment, and hat the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rende ed. C� ried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET January 13,1954 New York Telephone Co. 71.55 ; 58.40 Burrough's Adding Machine Co. N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 195.07 '. Mrs. Lillian F. Berdan 5.00 L. B. Townsend 92.38 , 11.60/, Ozalid, Inc. 6.65 Mack's Photo Copies 15.001 Robinson Aerial Surveys,Inc. J. J. Driscoll Lumber Co. 107.96 The B. F. Goodrich Co. 15.86 Connolly & Scalia 47.99` Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. 14.64 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 15.77` The Sherwin - Williams Co. 20.17 Norton Electric Co. 511 1 C. J. Rumsey & Co. .9696' . Sinclair Refining Co. 673.71 °' A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7.00 19.68 Brewer & Brown, Inc. 125.25 Cramer's Auto Parts Wm. J. Ryan Karl L. Phillips,Inc. 92.36 Syracuse Supply Co. 70.64/ Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 118.55 N.Y. State Elec. & Gas Corp. 2186.71 A. L. Barnum & Son 52.58 Auto Body & Radiator Wks. 19.54 MacDougall Equip. Co.,Inc. 35.29,r Frank Wha.tman 2.70 Cayuga Lumber Co. 71.35 Ned Welding Service 205.25 Ames Welding & Supply Co. 90.66 92.80/, Tioga Auto Parts Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. 287.02' Tompkins Co. Dept. of Co. Highways 41.23 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.,Inc. 23.36, Herman's Royal Tire Service 34.511 William Lougher & Son 49.10 Highways Materials Co.,Inc. 955.12 Robinson & Carpenter 16.71 Frank S. Kostrub 12.50 Norton Electric Co. 7.44 Beals HoCarthy & Rogers 104.01 Frank A. Bangs N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. 68. 7. 63 James C. Avery 15.00` Ithaca Journal News,Inc. 14.46 The Sherwin - Williams Co. 73.50" J. B. Lang Eng. & Garage Co.,Inc. 1b•55' City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 69.09' James Lynch Coal Co.,Inc. 47.90 Ithaca Delivery & Storage Co. 1.75' Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 371.64 Clarkson Chemical Co.,Inc. 20.95 Ithaca Coop G.L.F. Service,Inc. 40.85 , J. G. Pritchard & Son 5.00 $' 49.55` Homer Stewart APPROVED BY FINANCE CM=TEE: 4 Water and Sewer Invoices presented for audit January 13, 1951. Allen, John To S 7,00,,x° ,American Water Works Association 15.OG --" Andrews Chemical Co. , 24.75/-,-, Atlantic Tug & rApipment Co. 184,96 . Bangs, Frank A. 71.$8 Be semen, H. Do 117,00 K. Beals, McCarthy & Rogers Inc* 77,08 'Y. if it it of it 306091 - °' Bristol Co., The 365.68'x, Cayuga Lumber Co. 107,60 r' Clarkson Chemical Co. 27 *45 College Chevrolet Co* 18098''' Consolidated Brick Co. 168075,7; it to It 337 050 Cramer t s Auto Parts 29.140 Darling Valve & Manufacturing Co. 352,27.E '. Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5,94-/ Freeville Concrete Products Co. 56.70 - ✓, General Chemical Division 682,46-,/ General Crushed Stone Co., The 149.54 Goodrich Co., TheB. Fo l 57,11 Goulds Pumps Inc. 1084"00'9" Graham} L. L. 243000' Hanshaw, Rachel To 2,637.51`. Haverstick & Co. Inc* 387.48 �rt Head, Henry Ro 2.44--/ Hellige Inc* 35.08 Ingersoll-Rand Coo 32,10°"' Ithaca, City of, General Fund 1,330 *914 -✓ r► it to it n 4330094.x'._ n to it » ►► 228.50-- Ithaca Delivery 22.65 -i= Ithaca Journal -News Inc* 7,41-y' Ithaca Propane Co. Inc* 9.36'v' Johes, John Wiley Coo 138000 r Kline ►s Pharmacy 19.04,, Langts Engine & Garage Coo, The J. B, 5.37'i' Lehigh Valley R. R. Co. 2,311- Meter Specialty Co. 30,00-y' Miller ►s Sons Paper Co., T. Go 51.85.x` e n it it n 21,25-v' Morris Coupling & Clamp Coo 8.60 - National Welding Co. 6,13 .,. Neptune Meter Co. 478,80 New York State Electric & Gas Corporation 65.33 .� ►► It n It It n of 516.23; New York Telephone Co* . 33.45' Norton Electric Co. 13.70 Personius, Carl 7,63,', Pierce G love Co. 16,55.{ Pollard Co., Joseph Go 77.58 f Robinson & Carpenter 51.16 Rodgers Motor Tines Inc* 221.54 Roots Express 20.40 Ramsey, C& is Coo 17,84',` Ramsey- Ithaca Corp. 100 *62 -? #P WATER and SEM 1/13/511 Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 14,56 --- Squier Coo Inc.., D. Co 5.33°` of n n a 119.? 4 - gK` Stallman Distributing Corp. 2,16 - /., Stewart.9 Homer 11.70 Sturm Bros. 15,95,-/,, Suburban Propane Gas: Corp. 3,75-," Townsend, L.B. 56,W Turbine Eqpipment Coo 8.011 --,� . Tutton* William D. 214.50 Vasco Products Co. 21.56�+'r Walton -East Branch Foundry Corp. 264.33 Water and Sewage Works 5.00 Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop 82.22 White Nurseries, 8.95`l,, Wolverton Construction Co. 872.00-`- - 6 14,t691,59 Approved Finance Committee 9PARD OF Pi"?LIC "''ORKS r_ ROCE7EDING BILLS RECEIVAF3LF, January 13, 1954 To�,,rn of Ithaca 1,425.00° Villa -e of Cayuga Heights 3,375.00- - Town of Lansing, 75.00`' 7orse Chain Co. 175,00— Sinclair Refining Co. 10.00 - Citv of Auburn 379.50- ''. R. Lanrhear Constr. Co. 128.94- Delia H. Sreno 24e28_-- Paul Olum 20.3a- Ithnca ShoprinR Plaza 5,78-- '' "ilton 7. & Yar,jorie Tyler 82.,'3` St.n e of New York 262.39` Edson L. & Elinor H. Bastin 7.96 - Faul Taber 641.54- Nick Barra �'st. 7.96 Town of Ithaca 2.30--. State of New York 320.7$_— ATP'?OVfsD RY FINANCE ITT EE General Fund Edwin Drake 11.12 -- Mrs Ray Miller 101084 Earry Hanki son 10.84 '' Leland F. Hamrick 19.50 9 C� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORMS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 January 13, 1954 STANDING COYMITVZS.: P'Lvor Cook announced the following standing committees of the Board for the ensuing year: ?MATER & SANITARY 3E1,JERS Saperstone Gaurnier Egan HIGH79AYS, GARBAGE & STREET LIGHTING Gaurnier Clynes Saperstone CREEKS. & BRIDGES Colbert Bradford , Gaurnier PUBLIC BUILDINGS & GROUNDS Egan Saperstone Bradford FINANCE & ACCOUNTS Bradford Colbert Clynes CAPITAL IMPROVE1,ENTS Clynes Colbert Egan ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean City Clerk BOARD OF CITY �pucirl Loeting PRESENT: Miayor : Cook Commissioners - Saperstone, :,gan, Gauri :.ldermen - Connolly, Dickens and hdams Town of Ithaca Supervisor - Gordon Representative, E. State St. Water Disi Attorney - Dahmen Supt, of Public Works - Laverty :!.sst. to Supt. Public Works - Rich ngineer - Cass Clerk - Blean ,-gju KL n4v,NatP1J1 - , he had called this special meeting for contract between the City of Ithaca anc ;Street ?later District, for the continua in the DistrictL Attorney Dahmer press similar to others now in effects He t1 Harry N. Gordon, Totem Supervisor i relai district's. boundaries: Board of Public Works Ithaca, New York PUBLIC 7-TORM PRCMEDL�GS OF ITHACI'_, F. Y. 4:30 P.lvi. January 18, 1954 tier and Bradford ,rict - rttorney Buyoucos i,T.K,ET EUFN$ION: Mayor Cook announced that the purpose of discussing a propbsed i Town of Ithaca, on behalf of Eabt State ihce of a supply of water to water consumers ;kited and re -dewed a proposed contract, ien presented the following lettef from ;ive to property of the City lying within the January 16,' 1954 Re: East State Street Extension 44ter District Gentlemen: I understand that a ques to the assessment of certain prope ing within the boundaries of the a Please be informed that Ithaca will do whatever is reason this question. If such City property is there is, of course, no problems If such City property is Town Board would agree to do whate, c6ritravention of law to obtain ah 4 respect to any of such property sb provided that said property or ant City water from the mains. He called attention to the fact tha basis and gave his opinion that unasmu it would automatically be exempt from Mr. Gordon and l,r. Buyoucos concurr recommended approval of the agreement. has arisen with respect of the City of Ithaca ly- district as extended. Town Board of the 'Town of and legal with respect to exempt from assessments, then subject to assessment, then the per is reasontihle and not in ixomption from assessment with' long as it is owned by the City portion thereof does nbt obtain Yours very truly, s% Harry PI. Gordon Harry Y. Gordon Supervisor the District had been formed on a benefits as the City property receives no benefits y assessment. with Aar. Dahmen's opinion. l,ir. Dahmen By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the contract agreement as presented by the City Attorney be and hereby is approved; and that the Nayor and City "Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. ON NOTION the meeting was adjourned. ed Geo. Ai Blean City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC '4ORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACb, P.Y. Fegular Eceting 5:00 P.M. PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Saperstone, Clynes, Aldermen - Connolly, Dickens and Decker Supt, of Public Works - Laverty !sst. to Supt, of Fublic Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blear. Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh January 27, 1954 Bradford, Eg,n and Gaurnier ViTNUT -ES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. STE,IART PARK FACILITIES: Dave Barnett, Jr. appeared before the Board and inquired if the enclosed picnic shelter at Stewart Park could be made available for use during the surrimer months for a six -week period for entertainment by a summer stock company similar to that now being offered by the Community Players. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for investigation and report. Carried ADAIvS STREET CLOSING: The Clerk read a letter from N. Y. S. Electric & Gas Corp. requesting permission to close off Adams Street with fence between Third Street and Fourth Street. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee and City Attorney for study and report. Carried BOY SCOUT TROOP CONSERVATION PROJECT: The Clerk read a letter from J. B. Wooster, Scoutmaster, Troop 418, expressing a desire to undertake a conservation project or . projects, being especially interested in trying to start trees on the steep reservoir banks in the watershed and maintaining the project up through the thinning operation normally occurring 10 or 12 years hence. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and report. Carried VTILLIAM E. SCHARCH LEASE: The Clerk read a letter from William E. Scharch request- ing renewal of his lease for the Park Luncheonette adjacent to the E. Greer. Street parking lot, which expires February 28, 1954• By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be denied and that Mr. Scharch be so informed. Carried VACATIONS: The Clerk reported that the Common Council had referred the matter of vacation Yas it applies to Board employees paid on an hourly or weekly basis ,back to the Board for recommendation thereon. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Superintendent of Public Works for study and his recommendation. Carried TELEVISION CABLES: The Clerk also reported that the Council had recommended that the Board adopt a policy to prohibit any future overlapping of television cables in the city. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Council be accepted and adopted; and that the "superintendent of Public Works be instructed, under the provisions of the present television ordinance, to prohibit any future installation of overlapping cables. Carried By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Board hereby recommends to the Common Council that the present television ordinance be amended to provide for the control of installation fees, monthly rental fees, and the assurance of some protection for residents who install cable service and later on find it imperative to move. Carried C0ST- 0E- LTV1FG BONUS INYMIRFT "TION: The Clerk reported that some differences of opinion exist as to the interpretation of the means of distribution of the 1954 cost -of- living bonus established by the Council, as it applies to hourly and /or weekly paid employees. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDII`GS Page 2 January 27, 1954 By Commissioner Bradford; seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the rate of 12¢ per hour applied on all hours worked up to a maximum of forty -eight hours per week for hourly paid employees and the rate of $5.76 per week for weekly paid employees be approved for the payment of the 1954 cost -of- living bonus to employees on the Board of Public Works weekly payroll. Carried COST -OF- LIVING BONTUS '71-TER & SE` TER DEFT. EMPLOYEES: The Clerk also reported that when the Council established the 1954 cost -of- living bonus no provision was made for employees of the '. ^later & Sewer Departments to rec(�ive it. He explained that the Council felt that these employees come under the direct supervision and control of the Board. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that-the $300.00 cost -of- living bonus established by the Council for the year 1954 be and hereby is approved and ordered paid to employees of the Water & Sewer Departments, at the rate of 12¢ per hour applied to all hours worked up to a maximum of forty -eight hours per },reek for hourly paid employees and at the rate of $5.76 per week for weekly paid employees. Carried WATER & SE-ER 3ILL•S EXPUNGED: Supt. Laverty recommended expungement of water and sewer bills in the total amount of $2,539.13 against Biggs Memorial Hospital covering the period from January to September 1953-. He explained that these bills had been" comruted on rates according to the old contract and that new bills to replace them had been prepared in accordance with rates of the new contract. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendation be approved; and that the water and sewer bills in the total amount of $2,539.13 against Biggs Iemorial Hospital be and the same hereby are expunged. Carried MATER LINE 1NSTrLLATI0N: Supt. Laverty,requested authorization to construct an 8" water line from VanNatta's Pumping Station to Pearsall Place to serve the new South Hill ?-Dater District, Ext. fbl. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Public Works be and hereby is authorized to install a new 8" water line extending from VanNatta's Pumping Station to Pearsall Place as requested. Carried BIDS - CAST IRON PIPE: Supt. Laverty requested permission to advertise for bids on a carload of 8" class 150 Cast Iron Pipe. By Commissioner Colbert: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Supt, of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized to advertise for bids on a carload of cast iron pipe as requested. Carried ARTHUR BACON - SO4ER SCHOOL ATTENDANCE: Supt. Laverty reported that Arthur Bacon recently had been given a provisional Grade II permit by the State with the under- standing that he attend a sewage training school. He explained that this school will be held at Rennsealaer Polytechnic Institute from I-,:arch 22 to April 2, 1954 and recommended that Mr. Bacon be authorized to attend at City expense. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that t,rthur Bacon be and he hereby is authorized to attend this training school at City expense as recommended by the Superintendent. Carried *�P. BUFFALO ST. DRIVEJfiYS: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the Highway Committee had investigated complaints made that cars drag their tailpipes and /or bumper guards when using rebuilt drive **ays at Suring Lane and at 426 E. Buffalo St. He called attention to similar or worse conditions existing in three other driveways on East Buffalo St. where no complaints have been received. He recommended the use of a black -top patch in the gutter in each of these five locations as a corrective measure. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to install black -top patches in these five driveways as recommended. Carried MMCAN RED CROSS DRIVEWAY: Commissioner Gaurnier suggested that the American Red Cross could be considered a semi - public organization and as such that the City could offer to construct a driveway to the Red Cross property located at 201 W. Clinton St., at the expense of the owner thereof. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone r� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PRCCEEDINGS Page 3 January 27, 1954 ?HER,AS, it is the sense of this Board that the American Red Cross may be con- sidered a semi - public organization, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board approve, the installation of a drive- way to provide access to a parking.area in the rear of the Red Cross property at 201 West Clinton Street; and that the installation of the driveway be at the expense of said American Red Cross. Unanimously Carried and approved by the Payor STREET LIGHTS: A recommendation of the Highway Committee regarding new street lights was acted upon as follows: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the installation of a 2,500 lumen street light on Wyckoff Avenue at an additional cost of $23.00 per year and an additional 1,000 lumen light on Taber Street at an additional cost of $16.00 per year ,plus circuit charge of $3.75 be approved. Carried TREE - 322 N. PLIQ! STREET: Reporting on Ir. Beald's complaint regarding a tree at 322 N. Plain Street alleged to be in dangerous condition, Commissioner Gaurnier read a letter from City Forester Baker relative to its condition. Nir. Baker's letter revealed that considerable work was done on this tree in 1952, including the removal of all dead branches and that an inspection at the present time indicates �W that the tree is not in a dangerous condition as claimed. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the report as submitted by the City Forester be accepted and that s Mr. Beald be notified accordingly. Carried CONCESSIONS - STE ?BART PPRK & PERCY FIELD: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the bid submitted by John F. and Rita Bangs for the concessions at Stewart Park and Percy Field for a tiro -year period at 4'600.00 per year be and hereby is accepted and awarded; and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the proper agreement. Carried R!Y LEFFERTS PROPERTY - W. GREEN STREET: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to notify Lr. .ay Lefferts that the City is not interested in an option to purchase his property located at 310 W. Green St. Carried FFRCY FIELD FENCE ADVERTISING: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that in the absence of other bids, the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to negotiate ?oith organizations and /or others to sell fence advertising at Percy Field on a 20% commission basis. Carried Commissioner Saperstone recommended that future bids for the concessions at Stewart Park and Percy Field be advertised at a later date which would be closer to the opening of summer activities. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that future bids on these concessions be advertised by February lst. to be received by Larch 15th. Carried 20111FORT STATION R710DELING: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to expend up to 51,500.00 to develop the two rooms in the public comfort station on L. Green Street as living quarters; and further that he be authorized to secure a couple to take over the maintenance of the men's and women's toilets and live in the building. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried 54 BOARD OF RE" TTLIR N�E%TTi?G DAT.: By Commissioner G RESOLVED, that the present practice o meetings be discontinued; and that'the second and fourth Wednesdays in each mon COid:ITTEE YEETINGS: By Commissioner Sap RESOLVED, that all future committee m that Superintendent Laverty be instructe days in advance of such meetings; and i three days notice then give whatever not C ON MOTIONI the meeting was adjourned. WORKS PROCEEDINGS 4�e 4 January 27, 1954 urnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone holding executive sessions before Board egular meetings of the Board be held on the h at 4:30 P.y stone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert tings be declared open to the public and to notify the newspaper and radio three the event it is impossible to give such e is possible. ried �l - J Geo. A. Blean City Clerk Water Fund Invoices presented for audit January 27, 1954, American City Magazine, The 4.00. A mes Welding nd Supply Co. 45-0711- Co. Bailey Heter C 29.10 Beals, McCarthy & FOgers Inco 2.19 Bristol Co., The 3.65 . Burroughs" Corpo 304,30 =" College Chevrolet Co. Inc. 31.10 ' Crane r i s auto Pa rta 29.41, Driscoll Lumber Co., J.J. 33.42 Electro Rust - Proofing Corp. 240.00 Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5.94 - Goodall Rubber Coo 2045. B. F. Goodrich Coo, The 1.06' Graham, L. L. 198000 Haverstick & Coo Inco 576.21 ' Head, Henry Ro `" 6,67 Ithaca, City of, General Fund 1509.16 Jamieson- McKi"ney Coo 1108` K,ine rs Pharmacy 4.10 ` r:iller's Sons Paper Coo, T. G. 36o ?7 ' 1!eptune Z'jeter Coo 359.1.0 r New York State r'lectric & Gas Corp. 1227.17 P;ew York Telephone Coo 34.90` Forton Electric Co. 14.40 Squier Co. Inc., D. C. 142.03 -�" '1�7heatonl s Sheet Metal Shop 187.5b,. . 5,028.32 City Chamberlain 18.47' Approved Finance Committee e < i BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDING BILLS RECEIVABLE January 27, 1954 State of New York (Biggs Hospital) State of New York if it Fairview Manor Realty Co. Inc. Ithaca Shopping Plaza Richard Baker J. R. Hafstrom Evelyn F. McClintock Hull Heating and Plumbing Co. James Kapoli Edward K. & Helen T. Lasher W. J. Crawford etal City of Ithaca (General Fund) City of Ithaca (Rohrer) APPROVED BY FINANCE COM141ITTEE $ 444.35'° 1399.05 7.96,"" 7.96 2.82 24.64 - 7.961 -1 26.56 7.96- 7.96 13.66 34.84 25.00- General Fund John C. Huttar 11.12' Tompkins County Civil Defense 49.28..,- BOARD OF I1?BLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET January 27,1954 City Chamberlain 10.42 ` T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 17.31 i Fred Itiohn 15.00 Donohue- Halverson,Inc. 130,95 A. K. Little & Son 4.59 Donohue- Halverson,inc. 41.91 Sinclair "P"ining Co. 171.75 P Ithaca Yotors Co. 8.92 Andy Soyring 7.44 Coverall Service & Supply,Inc. 66.00 Plaurice S. Bower 386.59 College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. 26.85 A. L. Barnum & Son 230.00 Auto Gear & tarts Co.Inc. 23.88 Highway 'Xaterials Co.,Inc. 19.75 Industrial Salt Service 249.92 Industrial Salt Service 81.12 Leary Coal Co. 48.40 H. D. Besemer 387.00 National ,elding 5.50 Beals I, :cCarthy & Rogers,Inc. 1.13 Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop 108.40 � New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 19.34 Richerd S. 3aker 8.00" Home _, Garden Supply 92.02 Ithaca G.L.F. Farm Store 26.01 McGuire Gardens 52.00' Grass Cutting Equip. Co.,Inc. 120.00 Ralph J. I "lazz2,M.D. 10.80 Simon Schrrkal,M.D. 15.00 Socony 'Tacuum Oi_1 So. 325.6I,r APPROVED ED BY FI:%'A:�CE CQT ITT 1E: BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROLE DItdGS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. Regular Meeting PRLSEAT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Saperstone, Aldermen - Dickens, Decker and Scott Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst, to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh 4:30 P.M. February 10,1954 Clynes, Bradford, Egan. and.Gaurnier MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - CAST IRON PIPE: The following bids on 2,100 feet of cast iron pipe were recbived, opened and read by the Clerk: Name of Bidder R.D.Wood Company Philadelphia, Pa. 'barren Pipe Foundry Corp. New York, N.Y. Mc?-lane Cast Iron Pipe Co. New York, N.Y. Haverstick & Co.,Inc. Ithaca, N.Y. United States Pipe & Foundry Co. Burlington, N.J. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded RESOLVED, that the bids be referred and report. Bid Price $2.39 per ft f.0.b. Ithaca,N.Y. 2.43 " " truck delivery, Ithaca,NY 2.35 " " f.0.b. Everett Mass. -'R� alloweeQ t-& frH AClZ 2.419 " " f.O.b. Birmingham, Ala. with freight allowed to Ithaca. 2. 46 11 2.355 per ft.f.0.b. Burlington,N.J. with freight allowed by Commissioner Egan to the 'Plater & Sewer Committee for study Carried SCHICKEL DEVELOPIIFNT - SEWER: Mr. Norbert Schickel appeared before the Board and presented a letter requesting that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare a. rim for a sanitary sewer to serve his proposed development on Elm Street and submit it for State approval. He exhibited a map of the lay -out showing the approximate location of such a sewer. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the 'Hater & Sewer Committee for study and report. Carried PAUL TABER DEVELOPITENT - SEbq-ER: Mr. Paul Taber appeared before the Board and presented a letter requesting Board approval of a proposed sanitary sewer to serve his re- subdivision of WESTIIOUNT. The letter also stated that he would be in a position to request gravel basing and acceptance by the City of Davenport Place and Westmount Drive as soon as he gets the rough grading completed. Mr. Taber exhibited maps showing approximate location of sewer lines. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the 'Plater & Sewer Committee for study and report. Carried DELINQUENT 1,TATER BILLS: The Clerk read a letter from the City Chamberlain request- ing authorization to place delinquent water and sewer bills on the 1954 City Tax Roll for collection. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the request be approved and that the City Chamberlain be and hereby is authorized to place all water and sewer bills, remaining unpaid December 31, 1953, on the 1954 City Tax Roll for collection. Carried USE OF SMALL TOOLS: The Clerk read a letter from W. F. Alder, Scout Executive, Boy Scouts of America, requesting to borrow about 50 shovels, 12 picks and some wheel- barrows in connection with work being done at Camp Barton on Saturday, March 13th. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request be granted. Carried 3 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 February 10, 1954 BIDS - MOS(tUITO CONTROL: Supt. Laverty recommended advertising for bids on mosquito control work for the year 1954. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the Superintendent b authorized to advertise for bids as recommended. Carried CURB PARKING SPACES: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the City Engineer be authorized to develop additional curb parking spaces at the following locations: a. 318 West State Street b. 211 -17 West State Street c. Along the east side of N. Albany St., south of W. State St. d. Two additional spaces on the east side of the 200 block of S. Cayuga St. e. An additional space on the west side of the 200 block of S. Cayuga St. f. An additional space in front of Cayuga Motors on East Green St. Carried CURB GASOLDI''E PUMPS: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the Highway Committee recommends that no action be taken to remove existing curb gasoline pumps presently located on S. Cayuga Street and E. Green St. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Highway Committee be accepted, and approved. Carried ADAMS STREET CLOSIDTG: Commissioner Ga nier reported that the Highway Committee await advice from the City Attorney be ore making a definite recommendation regarding the request of the N.Y.State Electric Gas Corp. to close off Adams Street with fence between Third and Fourth Streets. SIDE144LK _DAMAGE - MITCHELL STREET: Ca receipt of another complaint from Jame his sidewalk at the corner of Mitchell re- investigated said complaint and rec, stand and deny the request inasmuch as concrete installations in this vicinit: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded ' RESOLVED, that the report and recorm matter be accepted and approved; and issioner Gaurnier reported that, upon D. Michael, relative to the condition of State Streets, the Highway Committee mends that the Board continue its former here is no evidence of damages to other Commissioner Egan ndation of the Highway Committee in this at the request be again denied. AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried BOY SCOUT TROOP CONSERVI':TION PROJECT: Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request of the Bo ission to undertake a conservation proj the following conditions: a. That a suitable agreement with adeq liability for personal and property b. That all usable timber resulting th c. That all work will be done with the his designated assistant. WARREN PLACE - W_A_TER & SE?dER SERVICES: Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request of John L sion of water and sewer services in War and regulations of the Board; the wate . the owner or owners paying the usual se public streets, which in this case amoun C ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Scouts, dated January 22, 1954, for perm - ct in the water shed be granted subject to .ate protection for the City in regard to damage be developed by the City Attorney, refrom will remain the property of the City. prior knowledge of the Superintendent or ied By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by z a, dated December 8, 1953, for the exten- n Place be granted under the usual rules main to be installed at City expense with r assessment for sewers constructed in to $3.00 per running foot. ried Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE February 10, 1954 Town of Ithaca (for Thorsland) City of Ithaca (No. 9's Fire Station) City of Ithaca (General Fund) Village of Cayuga Heights Schmaus, Hannah, & Lena Rustyak, Irene M. Dahmen, E. A. Jr. Elmira slater Board Beach, Franklin R. APPROVED BY FINANCE CMUTTEE General Fund $ 16.50- - 13.05 16,50'° 205.14._. 6.34_. -.-- 15.73-- 162.06 554.48. - 2.00`" Town Of Ulysses 25.00 Cornell University 120.00 Cornell University 30.00 Water and Sewer Fund invoices Presented for audit February 10, 19540 American Freightways Co. $ 3.25 Beals, McCarthy & Rogers Inc. 119.5L Bennett Studio 9,00 Bishop, William 5.35 Cayuga Lumber Co. 5.20 Chilson, Charles W. 7 *00 Cramer's Auto Parts 10.79 Crane �o. 108.25 Driscoll Bros. CO. 2,1w; Finger Lakee Chemical Co. 5.911 Gemesee Wiping Clmth Co. 35.46 Graham, L. L. 198.00 Crey, Walter E. 111..91 Ithaca Delivery 2.b.K Ithaca, City of, General Fund 1509.x.6 it it a n it 1711103 n it it Water Fund 1733.:1 Ithaca Junk Co. 8.50 Little, A. M. & Son 192.62 Lynch, Jamea Coal Coo 4.13.78 Miller's Sons Paper Co., T. C. 105.25 Neptune Meter Co. 1205.57 New York State Electric &Gas Corp. 605,71 New York Telephone Co. 32.35 Personius, Carl E. 8.47 Plaza Nash Corp. 3.00 Robinson & Carpenter 152.72 Ross Valve Mfg. Co. 190.73 R=Sey, C. J. & Co. 27.53 Rmwey- Ithaca Raj= Corp. 87.81 Sa.cchi, John 331.50 Soyring, Andy 16.35 Stewart, Homer 103.40 Tutton, William D. 9.31 Vanton Pwrp Coo . 71.91 Walton - East Branch Foundry Corp. 264.33 will Corp. 2212 <, Cooper, Ethel L. 35.55 Larkin, Dr,. Leo P. 8.64 7o65.41 City Chamberlain 5.10 Approved Finance Committee y'i \. s' r ,e" J BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCE-4,DINGS AUDIT SHEET February 10.1954 Mills A. Eure Co. 23.75- °" N.Y.TeleDhone Co. 60.17-' City Chamberlein 7.53` Auto Body & Radiator Works 98.79` Wm J. Ryan 22.89 -° N.Y.S. Elec. & Gas Corp. 187.22° L. B. Townsend 116.81"" Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.00" - Tioga Auto Parts 82.51° Brewer & Brown Co.Inc. 266.12 �- Frank A. Bangs 15.90 "' Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 222.03'' Rumsey Ithaca Corp. 53.92 A.B.C. Exterminating_ Co. 32.00"'" Norton Electric Co. 1.5e- J. J. Driscoll Lumber Co. 88.19,° Sinclair Refining Co. 165.58"'° Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. 14.60'° Brewer & Brown Co.Inc. 19.94-' Elgin Sweeper Co. 17.45 " Elgin Sweeper Co. 17.68' "* A. L. Barnum & Son 151.75 -,_ Rochester Wiper Co.,Inc. 23.52-- Cramer's Auto Parts 117.92 -" Fred J. Whiting 97.02 C. J. Rumsey & Co. 103.13" Coverall Service & Supply Co. 52.80 -'" City of Ithaco (Water & Sewer Div.) 34.84 , Empire State ulvert Corp. 422.02--- N.Y.S. Elec. & Gas Cora. 2185.13- - Connolly & Scalia 1 2•30'' The VolbrichtLumber Co. 36.00 - Syracuse Supply Co. 5.03-'" Andy Sory? ng 25.63- ` StreeterE -Amet Co. 21.30`'' Municinal Street Sign ColInc. 55.53" Ames ?fielding & Supply Co. 22.70 Robinson & Carnenter 242.o6- The J.B.Lang Engine & Garage Co.Inc. 8.30- A1bee Motors 21-73-- Industrial Salt Service 319.60 Industrial Salt Service 326.00"°' Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop 2.88."" Kouf Bros. 37.50 - Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 68.00• H. D. Bes.emer 36.00 Homer Stewart 15.84 Beais McCarthy & Ropprs,Inc. 34.90 " William T.Pritchard 2.95' Karl 11 Phillips,Inc. 8.00, William H. Quinn 9.66'" N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 64.12" Plaza dash Corp. 20.25--' Leary Coal Co. 11.60,'' City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.1 1.00 -- T.G.Miller's Sons Paper (b. •69' Langford F.Baker 12.00, - Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 335.92. -- Ithaca Coop G.L.F.5Prvice,Ine. 43.85,,- APPROV 0 BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: W BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACI., N. Y. Regular iieeting PRESENT: Kayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Saperstone, i,ldermen - Dickens and Scott Supt. of Public Works - Laverty hsst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh 4:30 P.M. February 24, 1954 Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - MOSQUITO CONTROL: The Clerk opened and read a bid for mosquito control for the year 1954 which was received from R. F, Pendleton. The bid, in the amount of $2,500.00, was the only one received. By Commissioner Egan: :econded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the bid be referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee for study and report. Carried CONCESSION'S - STEWART PARK & PERCY FIELD: The Clerk presented an agreement between the City and John F. and Rita Bangs covering the concessions at Stewart Park and Percy Field for a two -year period which had been prepared by the City Attorney. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the agreement as presented be approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried ,LIZABETH VAN DER HOEK - SE1,dER SERVICE: The Clerk read a letter from Elizabeth van der Hoek, 326 Mitchell Street, requesting reimbursement in the amount of $396.34 for the expense involved in removing tree roots from the sewer line serving her property. She also enclosed a bill rendered by the City in the amount of $15.39 for rodding the house sewer lateral to remove roots which she requested the City assume. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that these requests be denied because they are contrary to the Board's policy. Carried L,ON G. BLAISDELL - RENT OF RrSTP..URANT: The Clerk read a letter from Leon G. Blaisdell, present tenant of the premises at 11821 E. Green Street, consisting of the lunch room and basement. Mr. Blaisdell offered to lease the lunchroom, basement and upstairs apartment for a period of three years, with the privilege of renewing the lease. He agreed to pay the sum of $50.00 per month for the luncheonette and basement, to keep the men's and women's toilets in the building in a clean and sanitary condition, tend to the furnace and hot water heater, and keep the area in front of the premises free and clear of ice and snow, with the understanding that the City agree to install a bathroom and partition upstairs. Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings and Grounds Committee have considered the offer and recommended its acceptance with the understanding that any bills in excess of $30.00 per month for gas and electricity be borne by the tenant, and that receipts from coin locks in the toilet rooms be retained by the City. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the offer made by Ar. Blaisdell be accepted as recommended by the Buildings and Grounds Committee; and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the necessary agreement; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried F. L. TYLER - EANHOLE: Mr. F. L. Tyler appeared before the Board and protested a bill for the construction of a manhole in the Tyler- Eastwood development which he contended was ordered by Mr. Larson and Mr. Benson in order to serve their lots on Homestead Terrace. He therefore asked to be relieved from paying this bill. Mayor Cook referred the protest to the Water and Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried VECATIONS: Supt. Laverty reported that the present vacation policy as it applies to employees paid on a per diem or hourly basis is to grant a vacation of one week after completed one year of continuous service and a vacation of two weeks after three years of continuous service. He further reported that under Local Law No.6- 1943 a "week" is deemed to consist of five eight hour days. He recommended that this be amended to provide for a regular work week rather than a fourty -hour week. 5� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 February 24, 1954 He further reported that, under paragraph 2 of Local Law No.5 -1943 covering sick leave, a "week" was also defined as five eight -hour days and he recommended that this also be amended to make provision for a regular work week. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the Superintendent be approved and referred to the Common Council for action. Carried STRF,RT MAINTENANCE FOREMEN: Supt. Laverty recommended the provisional appointments of Jack Guidi and Domenico Campagna as street maintenance foremen at the minimum wage rate for this classification of $1.70 per hour plus the usual bonus. He also recommended that the Civil Service Commission be requested to arrange for the necessary qualifying examinations. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the provisional appointments of Jack Guidi and Domenico Campagna as Street Maintenance Foremen, in accordance with the recommendation of the Superintendent, be and the same hereby are approved; and that the Civil Service Commission be requested to arrange for the necessary qualifying examinations. Carried ALL NIGHT PARKING ON CERTAIN STREETS: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the cities of Rochester and Syracuse permit all night parking on the odd numbered side of some of their streets on the odd numbered days of the month and on the even sides of the streets on the even numbered days of the month, and, that with the Boards approval, the local Traffic Commission favor "a similar plan in Ithaca on an experimental basis. He recommended that the use of Eddy Street and College Avenue for this experiment be approved. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the Traffic Commission be informed that the Board of Public lJorks approves the use of Eddy Street and College Avenue for a trial period to experiment with all night parking on. a plan similar to that reported in use in Syracuse and Rochester. Carried WATER DISTRICT CONTRACT - TOWN OF LANSING: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan. RESOLVED, that the City of Ithaca hereby elects to cancel the water agreement between the City of Ithaca and the Town of Lansing ?Mater District, dated December 31, 1948, on April 1, 1954 in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 11 of said agreement. Carried BIDS - CAST IRON PIPE: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the contract for furnishing 2,100 feet of 8" cast iron pipe be and hereby is awarded to the low bidder, Warren Pipe Foundry Corp., in accordance with the low bid of $2.35 per foot f.o.b. Ithaca, as submitted February 10, 1954• Carried SE ?BIER PLANS: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Board does hereby establish the following policy with reference to the preparation and submission of plans for sewerage by developers within the city: a. The submission of plans to the State Department of Health in Albany, N. Y. will be authorized by the Board of Public Works following approval by the City Engineer. b. The preparation of such sewer plans will be at the expense of the developer _ and shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Health by a licensed professional engineer or by the City Engineer, Carried T ?Li�i STREET & TAMT110M DEVELOPMENTS - SEWERS: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Board authorize the submission of sewerage plans to the State Department of Health in accordance with this policy for the Schickel development on Elm Street and for Paul Taber's "14estmount" development. Carried STEWART PARK FACILITIES: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings and Grounds Committee have investigated the request of Dave Barnett, Jr. for the use of the enclosed picnic shelter at Stewart Park for entertainment purposes and recommended denial of the request because of the expenses involved in making it usable for his purpose and for the further reason that it would prohibit its use by the public as a picnic shelter. • • BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET February 24,1954 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 16.21 VanNatta Office Equip. Co. 3.50 • City Chamberlain 2.69 Sinclair Refining Co. 372.43 The Sherwin-Williams Co. 65.14 City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 29.55 A. L. Barnum & Son 87.39 College Chevrolet Co.Inc. 65.66 Syracuse Supply Co. 84.64 Beals McCarthy & Rogers 18.64 Littleford Bros.,Inc. 11.92 Cayuga Motor Sales Corp. 25.00 60.00 Herman's Royal Tire Service Sturm Bros. 23.90 a Goodyear Service Stores 44.64 Spencer's Body Shop 21.60 Goodyear Service Stores 3.68 Cornell University 167.60 • Binghamton Industrial Supply Co. 3.51 N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 18.08 Ireland Mill & Supply Co.,Inc. 13.08 Socony-Vacuum Oil Co. 123.08 \ , Grass Cutting Equip. Co. ,Inc. 124.61 U.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 19.36 Reginald C. Farrow,M.D. 5.00 Beals McCarthy & Rogers Co. ,Inc. 11.95 Esso Standard Oil Co. 35.58 rA PPROVE9 �Y,:��N ANCE COMMITTEE: ( ; ' ' 4.4 • - t 9 • BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BTT T S RECEIVABLE February 24, 1954 City of Ithaca (Rohrer) $ 25.00 Ithaca Shopping Plaza 6.67 Speno Realty Co. Inc. 8.24 Brownell, Stanley J. 16.47 Langdon, Mre. J. Jr. 8.24 • Nelson, Gordon & Martha 299.84 Village of Cayuga Hts. School 7.39 • APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE V I Water and Sewer Invoices presented for audit February 24, 1954. Addressograph- Multigraph Corp, rp10,50 -° Allen John 'I'. 8.19,- - Bea1z, McCarthy & Rogers Inc. 102.10y -° Burroughs lidding Machine Co. 18.20`` Cayuga Lumber Co, 8.40'"°' College Chevrolet Co. Inc. 28.71° Driscoll., J. J. Lumber Coo 288,19- - Freeville Concrete Products, Co, Inc. 74.70 -" Garland Co., The 86,08 - "' Graham, L. L. 1981001'1" Hanks, The Fred W. Co, 101.10"0' Haverstick & Co. Inc, 4,17,' Howard's Express Inc, 9.73" Ithaca Delivery 2.45° -' Ithaca, City of, General Fund 3,146,o4— Ithaca Journal News Inc, 6.00— Ithaca Propane Co. 9.99-1, Jones John Wiley Co, 138.00" Kline;s Pharmacy 1,16`'" Kouf Brothers, 51.75'" Lehigh Valley Railroad Co, 2.30,' Little, Ao Ma& don 19.66 -- Miller's,, T. G. bons Paper Coo 12o74 National Welding 89.55 „X Now York State Electric & Gas Corpo 1,390.06 New York Telephone Coo 29.70 "p ,worton zlectric Co. 46.45" Rockwell Manufacturing Co, 365,75-" Hoot lei Express 31.911 , Tioga Auto Parts. 17,85""' Tompkins County Trust Co. 1,430.00,° Vanton Pump & Equipment Co. 60.08 --' Vasco Products Co, 11.76 --, Well.es bupply Co. 31.61- - Will Corporation 10099' Daniels;, Flay W.. 7. *00 7,951.92 Beer, Ho D. _._.90 - 80041.92 City Chamberlain 10.14/ Approved Finance Committee BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDLi GS Page 3 February 24, 1954 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the request be denied in accordance with the recommendation of the Buildings and Grounds Committee. Carried rUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried HIGH11AY MEETING: Mayor Cook announced a meeting to be held in Assemblyman Ashbery's - office on Friday, February 26, 1954, at 2:30 p.m. for a discussion of the proposed By -pass of route 13 entering the city. He reported that officials from the City, Town of Ithaca, Town of Lansing, County of Tompkins and Village of Cayuga Heights are expected to be present. He appointed Commissioner Gaurnier as the Board's representative to attend the meeting with Superintendent Laverty. 1 4 ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. l Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk P) I BOARD OF PUBLIC 14ORKS PROCE',=`GS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. he;;ular I-ieeting 4:30 P.Ige PRE SENT: P:ayor Cook Commissioners - Saperstone, Clynes, Bradford and Gaurnier Aldermen - Scott and Dickens Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh March 10,1954 P-LINUTES: Yinutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. PERCY FIELD "DVERTIS LIG PAYTINT: The Clerk presented a report by Edward G. Homan on the fence advertising sold for the 1953 season accompanied by two checks in the total ..mount of $122.50 representing the balance due the City of Ithaca under the terms of his agreement with the City for this concession. The report was accepted and ordered filed. DPJ!"ISTRATIVE FLOOR STACE - CITY HALL: The Clerk reported that the Council has -,ppropr•iated 111;1,300.00 for repairs and improvements in the City Clerk's office and "-'3,700.00 for renovation of the Council Room and purchase of desks, chairs and other furniture therefor; and that the Board of Public Works has been authorized to proceed with these improvements from said appropriations. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to proceed with these improvements within the appropriations made therefor by the Council. Carried POLLUTION OF LAKE: The Clerk read a resolution from the Tompkins County Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs regarding an alleged pollution of the waters at the south end of Cayuga Lake adjacent to Stewart Park as it affects fishing and the propogation of other wild life and water sports, especially swimming, in this area. The resolution urged the Board of Public ?forks in conjunction with other official bodies to take steps to curtail such pollution and study the question whether such results could be obtained at a fraction of the cost of building an outdoor swiruning pool at Stewart Park. The resolution was referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study. MILES DENMARK - SE, R: The Clerk read a letter from D~iles Denmark, 913 Taber St., requesting a sewer opening at the east end of his property at 805 -07 Taber Street to serve his garage at this location. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried COi?,IVELL CORIPITHU.N YACHT CLUB: The Clerk read a letter from the Cornell Corinthian Yacht Club requesting to lease on a long -term basis, or buying, a small plat of land for the yacht club site. The site indicated was at the extreme north east corner of the airport adjacent to the inlet. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for investigation and report. Carried PETITION - KNIGHT PAVI14G PRODUCTS CO.: A petition signed by 21 property owners on Pearl, Vine and the 700 and 800 blocks of Mitchell Street was presented and read by the Clerk. The petitioners complained about the asphalt washings, oily residue, etc., from the Knight Paving Products Company site which flows in varying amounts into city streets and sewers at the city line resulting in very unsightly and unsanitary conditions both on and beneath the surface. They asked relief from the situation. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee together with the Highway Committee, Superintendent and City Attorney for joint study and report. Carried BOAR-) OF PUBLIC WORKS T-,OC'rEDINGS Page 2 1,arch 10,1954 ti'''t G% DISPOS "L FI101,1 GUTSID:� AREAS: The Clerk read a letter from Dr. R. H. Broad., County Health Commissioner, enclosing the following resolution adopted by the 3oard of Health relative to se ?,Ter service to areas outside the city: "11',_'OLUED, that the Board of Health of Tompkins County expresses the hope that the City of Ithaca will develop plans for thier sewage disposal system capable of accepting sewage from the outside areas as a means of solving the sevvtage disposal problems; and that the City figure the costs and that the accepted areas pay their proportionate share of the expansion costs." By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water' & Sewer Committee for studyt - and that Dr. Broad be requested to convene with the Committee for consideration of this problem. Carried LEON BLAISDF,LL AGREETENT: Attorney Dahmen presented a proposed agreement between the City and Leon 31aisdell relative to leasing of the premises at 1182 E.Green St. consisting of the lunchroom, basement and upstairs apartment. Commissioner Saperstone noted a saving in wages for operation of approximately $2,300.00 per year and an annual rental income of `600.00 under terms of the new agreement. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the agreement as prepared and presented by the City Attorney be approved; and that the iiayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried AD1,113 SM',ET CLO=O'TG: In regard to the closing off of Adams Street as requested by the N.Y. State Electric & Gas Corp., Attorney Dahmen reported that because the street in question is merely a right -of -way and not a city street it is a private matter between the Electric & Gas Co. and area residents. He further reported that satisfactory arrangements have been completed by the Electric & Gas Company for its closing and he therefore recommended that no opposition be registered by the City. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESCLVi,D, that the advice and recommendation of the City tttorney in the :natter be approved and the N.Y.,State Electric & Gas Co. notified accordingly. Carried BIDS - ROAD HATERIALS: Supt. Laverty recommended advertising for bids on road materials for the year 1954. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to advertise for bids on road materials for the year 1954 as recommended. Carried SIDS - DESKS Ii,D CHAIRS: On the recommendation of the Superintendent it was also moved, seconded and carried that he be authorized to advertise for bids on the necessary desks and chairs for the Council Room. CL- IN-UP ?,EEK: On the recommendation of the Superintendent it was moved, seconded and carried that the week of Tay 3rd. to 8th. be set as annual clean -up week for the year 1954. RATE FOR DUP!PI -,G il.ATERIhLS: Supt. Laverty recommended increasing the present rate of 75¢ per load to 'P1.25 per load for dumping materials at the City dump. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes R?SOLVED, that the rate for dumping materials at the city dump be and hereby is established at $1.25 per load in accordance with the recommendation of the Superintendent. Carried OFF- STR11ET PARKING: A recommendation of the Superintendent that meters be contirn in operation until 9:00 p.m. on Friday nights in city- operated off - street parking lots was referred to the Buildings and Grounds Committee for study and report. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHAFT March 10,1954 Mills A. Eure Company 8.30-- -" T. G. D:illerls Sons Paper Co 1.18 New York Telephone Co. 71.32.-= - City Chamberlain 5,04 The American Society of C.E. 5.00-_- J. G. Pritchvrd & Son 8,87-' A. M. Little & Son 24.06--' Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.00, Wm. J. Ryan 2.1.9&'" Net,; Yor% State Elec. & Gas Corp. 192.31'" L. B. Townsend 114.35 -, - Cit- ,)f Ithaca. (Water & Sower Div.) 51.13~ B. K. Elliott & Co. 4,71-- - Czalid 5.40' Tiogn Auto Parts 47.62x'' Ithaca Window Clenni.ng Co. 14.64 ---' C. J. Ruansey & Co. 184.84 Frank A. Bangs 130.33 ° ". Sin .l,-3ir Refin .ng Co. 499.64 -` A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7.00-, - Plnza Nash Corp. 12.75. -- - A. L. Barnum & Son 152,43 ` The Ithaca. Journal News,Inc. 49.3c-`' Homer Stewart The J. B. Lang Engine & Gnrn -?e Co. 16.93" Auburn Foundry Co. 267-30--,-- RTir^.say- Ithaca Corp. 89.38 Ames Welding & Supply Co. 48,78 -" Robinson- Carpenter 341. 2G' Ithaca Journal Nears , Inc. 6. 35. _. -.- R. F. Pendleton 250.00-` N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp, 22,)4.47 -' Syracuse Supply Co. 21. ly- Auto Parts & Radiator Wks. 8.00"" Andy Soyring 5.40 ". - -° The Sherwin-Williams Co. 23, p3< Lyle Signs, Inc. 4,1.71-___ Lustre Corp. of Americo 6.;, 58, -' Cortri_t Electric Corp. ?44.62---' - Beal s IvI.cCarthy & Rogers 62.49 - Auto Gear & Parts Co. ,Inc. 47.76'" Crnmers Auto Parts 88.87...... Industrial Salt Service 311.52°" J. J. Driscoll Lumber Co. 29.56•, -- Brewer & Brown Co. ,Inc. 3.43 -- " The Garlvnd Co. 118.80 " William H. Quinn 17.29 N.Y.Sta.te Electric & Gas Corp. 60,48° - Spencerls Body Shop 16.6G- Ireland M "ill A Supnly Co. , Inc. 22.78° Ireland.Vill & Supnly Co. ,Inc. 19.66- John Ewnnicki 52.00-" Frank Whatmnn 7.8G' Allen Tractor Service 4,62- - Fruit Growers of Chester Co. ,Inc. 2'3.30 James Lynch Coal Co. ,Inc. 71.85°` Tompkins Co.Memorial Hospitnl 16, 2r'- Leo P, Lnrkin 16.20.__. Socony- Vncuum Oil Co. Genesee Wiping Cloth Co. , Inc. 62, 6- Ithacn Coop G.L.F. Service,Inc. 39.80': Jim's Fix -It Shon 12..60 - Cov,.: -ll Sr.° ;.; �� SuvLly, Inc. 52.80 APPROVED B'1 FINANEECOMMITTEE: Water Fund-Invoices presented for audit March -, Darling Valve & Manufacturing Co, Bailey Meter Co. Bangs-, Frank A, Beals:, McCarthy & Rogers Inc, Cayuga Lumber Co. Chase national Bank of N. Y., The g, Gamer ' s Auto Parts Dresser Manufacturing Co. Driscoll Lumber Co,, J. J. Fairbanks -, Morse & Go. Finger Lakes:Chemical Co. Graham, L. L. Grey, Walter .6o Haverstick & Co. Inc. Head, Henry he Hull Heating & Plumbing Co. Ithaca, City of, General Fund n n It n n Ithaca Delivery Ithaca. Floor Covering Ithaca Printing Service Jack's Glass Shop Jamie son•McKinney.Coo Jeffrey Manufacturing Co., The Jim's Fix -it Sinop Lehigh Valley A. It. Co. Little, A. M. & Son Mack's Photo Copies. Miller's, T. G. Sons Paper Co, Neptune Meter Coo New Yorx State Electric & Gas- Corp, New York Telephone Co. Norton Electric Co. Personiva, Carl Robinson & Carpenter Rockwell Manufacturing Co. Humsey, C. J. & C o. Sacchi, John Stallman Distributing Corp. Stewart, Homer Sullivan, H. H. Inc. Tioga Auto Parts Townsend, L. B. Vasco Producta, Coo Virginia Smelting Co. Whiting, Fred J0 5chmal, Dr. Simon City Chamberlain Approved Finance Committee 10, 1954. 9*09 250,19 ' 6,81 16,80 5,000 17.57,:F- 2o57 113,80 - 71025 5.95 1.80,00 21.35 10,50 7.70 1,60 _ 157.98 .. -. 1549016 2.45 216.79 _- 211,110 7.87 12,20 265,18 15.85 2,79 28,38 8.30 7.79 718.20 632=.37 32,4o 28,98 7 014 149069 150.00 36.85 l2 oOO _ 19044 63.48 -.�. 26.25 32.40 38.49 7 36,02.: 165000 66.25 - ..... 7*W - -- 5,460*20 1.00 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVkBLE March 10, Fricke, Richard I. $ 4.2q— Wallace Steel & Supply CO. 43,56--- Broich, Jacob 4-.10°" W. R. Lanrahear Const. Co. 122.28" City of Ithaca (General Fund) 246.29,,- Cicchetti, E. APPROVED BY FINANCE CM,=TEE 2.82.. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCE�IDIEGS Page 3 March 10 ,1 F?JIiCHtiSE OF BROCK1AY TRUCK: Commissioner Gaurnier presented a firm quotation from College Chevrolet Co.,Inc., in the amount of '775.00 for the purchase of a heavy duty Brockway chassis and cab reported to be in very good condition. He also presented an inspection report by the City Engineer indicating that it was in good condition, with unusually good tires, and of a suitable length of chassis. The report suggested that it would be a good solution for a replacement of the truck chassis under the light crane now used by the Highway Department. Commissioner Gaurnier recommended its purchase without the formality of advertising for bids thereon. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes 1P)HEREA.S, a firm quotation, in the amount of $775.00, has been received from College Chevrolet Co,, Inc. for the purchase of a used Brockway chassis and cab, AND TAI EREAS, an inspection report by the City Engineer indicate t that this truck appears to be in very good condition, with unusually good tires, and of a suitable chassis length to serve as a replacement of the truck under the light crane now used by the Highway Department, AND 14HEREAS , it is the sense of this Board that no benefit, financial or otherwise, would accrue to the City by reason of advertising for bids on this piece of equipment, YOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the purchase of this truck from the College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. for the sum of $775.00 be and hereby is approved without the formality of advertising for bids thereon; and that the Common Council be requested to authorize the withdrawal of the sum of $ 775.00 from Capital Reserve Fund J`-5 for the purchase thereof, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to dispose of the old truck for junk. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 Carried and approved by the Mayor BONUS - SANITATION PEN: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that under the bonus rate of 12¢ per hour as previously established by the Board the sanitation men who work only 40 hours per week do not receive as much in bonus as the men who regularly work 48 hours per week. To equalize this matter he recommended that the bonus rate as it applies to sanitation men who work 40 hours per week be established at 15¢ per hour. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the rate of 15¢ per hour for sanitation men be approved for the payment of the 1954 cost -of- living bonus as it applies to this type of work; and that ihis new rate be made effective on Monday, March 15, 1954• Carried AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION MEETING: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to authorize Dir. Rich's atten- dance at the annual meeting of the American '.plater Works Association to be held this year in Watertown, N. Y. on April 22 and 23. Carried WATER DISTRICT CONTRACT - TQrJN OF LANSING: Commissioner Saperstone presented a recommendation by the 'dater & Sewer Committee that the agreement between the City and the Town of Lansing 'plater District for furnishing water be amended in the following respects: a. Paragraph 7: That the hydrant charge be amended to read $75.00 per year or such other standard charge authorized by the Board of Public 'Jorks for such service in all water districts. b. Paragraph 12: That the amortization charge for 1954 be $226.50 and that the balance be paid in eight annual equal installments of $214.13. c. Paracraph 13: That this paragraph be eliminated from the agreement. Commissioner Gaurnier noted that the ?dater & Sewer Committee had met with Er. Russell Lane, Supervisor from the Town of Lansing, and that he had agreed to the recommendations as presented. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the Water & Sewer Committee be accepted and approved in all respects to become effective April 1, 1954; and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare a new agreement accordingly. Carried SFiFER SERVICE REPAIRS - GUS STRATAKOS: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the previous action of the Board, dated Pray 27, 1953, relative to the denial of a request of Gus Stratakos, 205 Prospect Street, for the ex- pungement of a bill in the amount of $79.22 be affirmed; and that Mr. Stratakos be so informed. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCtEDL�-GS Page 4 March 10,1954 F. L. TYLER - YLA14HOLE: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the bill against Mr. Tyler in tHo amount of $126406 for building a man -hole in the Tyler - Eastwood development be expunged; and that the cost thereof ($126.06) be divided amongst those benefiting therefocm on the basis that T-ir. Tyler will pay one -half of the cost and the owners in the Hoefle tVAct will pay the other half. Carried 7,11.TER SERVICE - BIGGS HOSPITAL: Commissioner Saperstone reported that in the new contract for water service with Biggs Memorial Hospital provision was made for the distribution of pumping charges on the basis of consumption. He therefore recommended that the total pumping and operating charges for the Cliff Street pumping station be prorated between the Biggs Memorial Hospital, Town of Ithaca Trumansburg Road I -dater District, and others on the basis of consumption. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the recommendation as outlined by Commissioner Saperstone be and the same hereby is accepted and approved. Carried By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the three bills in the amount of $2,500.00 rendered to the State of New York, Biggs T'emorial Hospital, be and hereby are expunged; and that new bills under the terms of the new contract be prepared and rendered to the State in place thereof. Carried DIDS - P,IOSCUITO CUNTROL: Reporting for the Buildings & Grounds Committee, Commissioner Saperstone recommended accepting the bid submitted by R. F. Pendleton at the last Board meeting for mosquito control work for 1954. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the bid of R. F. Pendleton in the amount of X2,500.00 for mosquito control for the year 1954 as presented February 24, 1954 be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited bir the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOiiRD OF PUBLIC 1d0RKS PROCE�IDLNIGS CITY OF ITHACf , P. Y. Regular 1�ieeting 4 :30 P.M. March 24, 1954 PREISETT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Saperstone, Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Sldermen - Scott, Decker, Dickens, Johnson and Gibson Attorney - Dahmen : ')upt. of Public ?,Torks - Laverty .,.sst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. '-TATrR CONTRf,CT - S. LANSING WATER DISTRICT; Attorney Dahmen presented and reviewed copies of a water contract with the South Lansing 'rater District which he prepared as directed by the Board. He recommended its approval. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the co ntract as prepared and presented by the City t_ttarney be approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the city. Carried MILES DENMARK - SEv,]ER: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the construction of a sewer on Taber Street be authorized under the usual rules of the Board which requires that an assessment at the rate of $1.50 per foot be assessed against the respective property owners on each side of the street. Carried CONCRETr CRIBBING - E. STf:TE STREET: Commissioner Saperstone reported on the damaged condition of the bank in the rear of property in the vicinity of 517 Fast State Street damaged by repeated storm waters. He recommended that an estimate of the cost of concrete cribbing at this location be sought. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to advertise for bids on concrete cribbing for use in stablizing the bank in the rear of property at 517 E. State Street. Carried SLATERVILLE RD. - EXCHANGE OF LAND: Commissioner Saperstone recommended the exchan- ge of a city -otimed parcel of property 1001 x 2001 on the Slaterville Road for approximately six acres of land owned by Mr. Peter Mandeville in the water shed area. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the recommendation be approved subject to the approval of the City fttorney. Carried SETIAGE DISPOSAL FROTIJ OUTSIDE AFtEAS: Commissioner Saperstone reported on a meeting of the Water & Sewer Committee relative to sewage disposal from areas adjacent to and outside the city limits, at which time the policy of the Board in this respect was reviewed with Dr. Broad, County Health Commissioner. He reported that Dr.Broad had been informed that if he will present an over -all plan for any outside district the Board will consider the matter. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Clerk be directed to advise Dr. Broad accordingly. Carried i-C'LLUTTON OF LIKE: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the resolution adopted by the Tompkins County Federation of Sportsmens Clubs, dated Earch 4, 1954, be placed on file. Carried COR ELL CORIA'THIPN YACHT CLUB: By Commissioner rgan: seconded by Commissioner C1_ -1Es RESOLVED, that the request of the Cornell Corinthian Yacht Club for the use of a portion of the airport '�e denied; and that the Superintendent be authorized to discuss their use of a portion of the Island property. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC ?STORKS PROCEEDIl%TGS Wage 2 .larch 24, 1954 OFF- S'FRT?ET FARKDZ : By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes R7SOLVF,D, that the report and recommendation of Taylor D. Lewis, Traffic Con - s-.11tant, that the hours for metered parking in all city -owned off - street parking lots be extended until 9:00 p.m. on Fridays in an effort to improve the turn over in these lots, be accepted and approved. Ayes: 5 - Colbert, Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier ;gays: 1 - Saperstone Motion Carried By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to enact an appropriate ordinance governing the hours for metered parking in all city -owned parking lots until 9 p.m. on Fridays. Ayes: 5 - Colbert, Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Nays: 1 - Saperstone Motion Carried SI:'IPfTiING POOL REPORT: Commissioner Egan called attention to the swimming pool report prepared by the City Engineer and others. He commended the Engineer and his associ- ates for a very complete comprehensive report on this matter, and recommended -that it be referred to the Common Council. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the City Engineer and his associates be commended for the very comprehensive, complete report in this matter; and that the report be referred to the Common Council. Carried Mayor Cook added his thanks and commendations to those responsible for the report. 7DIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved and ordered paid; and that the 'Dills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried STEVIRT PARK S- .,,rrN%-1N_G POOL: Commissioner Egan requested a legal interpretation of sect =_ons of the City Charter relative to the powers of the Board of Public Works in res_ooct to control and maintenance of city parks. Mayor Cook expressed his opinion that the Board has complete jurisdiction over all city parks. Attorney Dahmen concurred with the Mayor in his opinion. He reviewed section 131 of the Charter which he stated is very specific in giving such power to the Board. He also commented on section 130 and subdivision 6 of section 123 of the Charter. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier ! ^,11R,3 ,AS , the Board of Public Works has jurisdiction over the city parks, AND WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works, City Superintendent, the City Engineer and the 1-crester, have carefully studied the suggestion that an outdoor swimming pool be constructed in Stewart Park, P21D T,)HEREAS, the Board of Public T,Torks has in mind the use of the park, the nature of the area, the soil conditions, and all other factors concerned in this project, NOW TH REFOPE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Public ?Jorks opposes the construct- ion of an outdoor swimming pool in Stewart Park; and that the City Clerk be directed to advise the Common Council of this resolution at once. Mayor Cook reminded the members of his repeated endeavors to create a better feeling between Council and Board members and stated that when he appointed the special aldermanic committee to study this matter he did so with no intention of taking away any of the Board's rights whatsoever. He emphasized that the committee was appointed as a fact finding committee solely, not an action committee. He concluded by expressing his feeling that, as a matter of courtesy due the aldermen, action be deferred pending a report from them. Commissioner Saperstone requested an opinion from the City Attorney regarding the legality of the Stewart Park Commission. Mayor Cook ruled that the [attorney did not have to answer. F_t this point Commissioner Gaurnier requested a roll -call vote on the motion,, Commissioner Saperstone requested an opportunity for further discussion and Commissi- oner Colbert suggested that action be delayed until the aldermanic committee be afforded and opportunity of presenting a report. Commissioner Saperstone questioned the legal status of two of the present Board members alleging that they were not residents of the city. In this respect Mayor Cook ruled that any action taken by the Board is valid because, in his opinion all Board appointments have been made in accordance with provisions of the City Charter. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE March 24, 1954 City of Ithaca zp 25.00 Willow Point [dater District 738,84 Finger Lakes State Parks Commission 18.75 State of New York 5.32 Lychalk, John & Addiebelle 8.24 Ithaca Shopping Plaza 16.48 Cayuga Holdings, Inc. 35.42 McIntyre, Douglas M. 8.24 Brown, Ellis ':J. 12.14 APPROVED BY FINANCE CM4ITTEE Board of Education 23.43 BOARD OF PU*3LI C 14M KS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET 1,,A�CH 241 1954 Franh Randolph 35.00 Eugene Dietzgen Co., Inc. 55.50 City Chamberlain 11.72 Sinclair Refining Company City Of Ithaca (?'dater & Sewer Div.) 278.47 246.29 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 4.16 R. F. Pendleton 250.00 Littleford Bros., Inc. 34.77 Root's Express 5.80 Empire State Culvert Corp. 219.80 271.86 American Chain & Cable Co., Inc. Cornell University 190.80 Fran'..-. S. r ostrub 147.00 Binghamton Inaustria -1 Sutiply Co. 3.39 21.40 The Welles Supply Co., Inc. New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 7.72 H averstick & Company., Inc. 14.51 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 17.32 Grass Cutting Equipment & Sup }-ply Company 22.44 G. Alx Galvin M. D, 37.20 J, i orden bane 2 -11. D. 20.00 313.43 Socony Vacuum Oil Company APPROVED BY FINAP?CE COY1"ITTEE Water Fund Invoices presented for audit March 24, 1954. Allen, John T. 4 6.37 -' Allen Tractor and equipment Co, 191.53- -` Amea Welding and Supply Co. 11.29' Bailey Meter Co. 115.34 - B eels, McCarthy & Rogers Ina. 18.60° Cayuga Lumber Co, 18.p0-- Darling Valve & Manufacturing Co. 89090-' - Donovan Co., Frank 112.35•-- - Graham, L. L. 189,00 - Haverstick & Co. Inc. 28,22. -' Ithaca Insurance Agency 2ZQ3.12-° Ithaca Propane Co. Inc. 7008' Jones, John Wiley Co. 276,00, ---' MillerIs, T. G. Bons Paper Co. 21.81-- - National welding 20.46 - New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 1263,15-- New York Telephone Co. 29,85,- - Pollard, Joseph G. Co. 61,92,, itumsey - Ithaca Corp. 57.04- - Bherwinb, WilliamsCo., T he 25.75 r 5quier, D. C. Co. Inc. 63,086- Van Natta Office Equipment Co. 2116.60-- - Walter - East Branch Foundry Corp. 264.33 City Chamberlain 5,241,60 Approved Finance Committee r <77t BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 Oarch 24, 1954 An amendment referring the original motion to the Buildings and Grounds Committee ,qas offered by Commissioner Saperstone and seconded by Commissioner Colbert. j. roll -call vote on this amendment resulted in the following tally: F.-;es: 2 - Colbert and Saperstone Nays: 4 _ Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Motion Defeated A roll -call vote on the original motion resulted in the following tally: byes: 4 - Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Nays: 1 - Colbert Not Voting - 1 - Saperstone Motion Carried STMJART PARK TRUST FUND POLICY: Commissioner Gaurnier expressed his opinion that over the period of years that the Stewart Park Trust Fund has been in existence the Stewart Park Commission has done an outstanding job in improving and beautifying Stewart Park and that he felt that any change in the present policy would be to the ultimate detriment of the citizenry of Ithaca. He then offered the following resolution: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works go on record at this time as approving and reaffirming the previous action taken by the Common Council on February 4, 1931 in-respect to the Stewart Park'Trust.Ftmd; and that the Board advise the Stewart Park Commission that it is the opinion of members of said Board of Public ?dorks that the principal of said Stewart Park Trust Fund continue to be retained at $100,000.00 or as near thereto as possible; and that the future policy in this respect be continued as in the past, maintaining the principal at $100,000.00 and using the income therefrom from year to year for park improvements, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Board in this matter be referred to the Common Council. Commissioner Saperstone requested the Mayor to call for an executive session to discuss the matter further and his request was granted. At this point all except Board members, Council members and the Clerk left the room. Commissioner Saperstone presented and reviewed a lengthly prepared statement :summarizing the minutes of the Stewart Park Commission to date and critizing dd_-ectors of the Tompkins County Trust Company for retaining a principal sum of approximately $100,000.00 over a period of years when he alleged it should have been spent for park improvements ten years after the death of Mr. Stewart. After further discussion the Mayor directed the Clerk to call a roll -call vote which resulted in the following tally: Ayes: 4 - Clynes, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Nays: 0 Not Voting: 2 - Colbert and Saperstone Motion Carried Commissioner Saperstone requested to be invited to a meeting of the Common Council to,again review his prepared statement before members of the Council. Mayor Cook granted this request. Commissioner Saperstone then recommended that the Council be requested to amend the City Charter to require that persons appointed to official Boards and Commissions be required to live in the city. OTC MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk ram LIM BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PP.00EEDIT\ GS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Regular meeting 4:30 P.P-?. Epril 14, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Wilkinson and Dickens Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh kJNUTES: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the minutes of the last meeting be approved. Commissioner Saperstone objected to approval on the following grounds: 1. The action taken on the swimming pool report was out of order and not takpir in the regular order of business and improperly presented for consideration. 2. The action taken on the so- called Stewart Park Trust Fund Policy was out of order, not a proper matter of business for this Board and improperly presented for consideration. Commis -ioner Saperstone moved that both of said items be stricken from the minutes of the meeting of March 24, 1954. There was no second to his motion and the Mayor declared the minutes duly approved as recorded. P & C FOOD STORE - NORTH TIOGA STREET: Mr. John C. Burns together with Ts. Sadd and Mr. Gregg representing P & C Food Larkets appeared before the Board regarding a proposed food store to beerected on property at the northeast corner of N. Tioga and E. Fall Street. They requested Board approval of the following items: 1. Construction by P & C of a 61 wide sidewalk on the westerly line of its property and solely within its property to be an extension of the existing westerly sidewalk of N. Tioga Street in the block south of E. Fall Street. P & C petitions that it will not be required to build an additional walk on city property on N. Tioga Street. 2. P & C petitions that it may properly grade and black -top the area between existing pavement on N. Tioga Street and its westerly property line for the purpose of parking. 3. P & C petitions the City for the privilege of removing existingfill formerly used as a ramp for the street car bridge to a point about thirty feet south of the manhole at the top of the gravel fill along the south bank of Fall Creek. The purpose of this removal is to provide access to the building from E. York Street. No disturbance of the gravel along the creek bank is contem- plated. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried TCIEST HILL 11A�STER STREET PLAN: The Clerk reported that the Council had approved the proposed master street plan for West Hill, prepared under the direction of Planning Director Thorne and approved by the Planning Board, subject to a public hearing on May 5, 1954 and had referred the matter in the meantime to the Board for study. Mayor Cook referred the matter to the Highway Committee for consideratim, SEWAGE PERMIT - WARREN PLACE. DAVETPORT PLACE & WEST11OUNT DRIVE: The Clerk reported receipt of a permit from N.Y.State Department of Health to discharge sewage effluent from the proposed sewer extensions in Warren Place, Davenport Place and "Testmount Drive and easements, after treatment in the existing sewage treatment works of the City, into Cayuga Inlet through the existing outlet pipe. - Hs advi ! that:the hermit will be recorded in the Tompkins County Clerk's Office and filed in the usual manner. CORNELL UNIVERSITY - 30ATHOUSE• The Clerk read a letter from Robert J. Kane, Director of Athletics at Cornell University, regarding city -owned property on the island in the inlet across from their present boathouse. He explained that the University is anxious to acquire this property if possible for the location of a proposed new varsity boathouse. Committee Mayor Cook referred the request to the Buildings and Grounds/for investigation and report. 610 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 April 14,1954 PERCY FIELD RATES: The Clerk read a letter from R. S. Boothroyd, President of the City League Baseball requesting a field rental of $25.00 per game be established for city league baseball games at Percy Field for the coming season. Mayor Cook referred this request to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and report. At this point Commissioner Saperstone asked if Percy Field will take any kind of construction such as the proposed State Armory which was being considered for the Bergholtz Tract. He exhibited a:.newspaper picture of such a building at Cortland estimated to cost $350,000.00. In answer to his question Mayor Cook expressed the opinion that soil tests of the area would have to be made before Commissioner Saperstone's question could be answered and advised that he has been in touch with Brigadier General Anderson about the location of a State Armory here if a suitable location is available. GAS LAIRS - THURSTON AVE WATEE AVE t & LODGE WAY: The Clerk read a_ .letter from the N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. requesting authorization to proceed with con- struction of a 6" low pressure gas main extension on Thurston Avenue, Waite Avenue and Lodge Way as outlined in an attached sketch. The main to be laid on Thurston and Waite Avenues between the sidewalk and curb and in the street on Lodge Way will improve gas service in this vicinity and in the area further to the north and east. Mayor Cook referred the letter to the Highway Committee for investigation and �.t report. SEWEP SERVICE - MARK BEVERAGE CO. The Clerk read a letter from Mark Beverage Co. requesting the extension of sewer service to serve a warehouse to be built on the north side of the 700 block of W. Clinton Street on a lot known as lot r5. Mayor Cook referred this matter to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and report. VILLAGE OF C?'YUGA HEIGHTS - WATER EXTIT,"NSION• The Clerk read a letter from Carl Crandall, Village Engineer, Cayuga Heights, making application to the City for providing water service in the northeast section of the Village of Cayuga Heights. The proposed work has the following two objectives. 1. To improve pressure in the area around the intersection of Hanshaw & Triphammer Roads where the existing 23 pounds is of little value for fire protection. 2. To extend water mains to give water service in the northeast part of the Village where no public water mains now exist because the present pressure will not repch that far. Installation of a booster pumping station to raise the water to a }proposed new storage tank to be located outside the Village and some 13,000 feet of new mains were indicated in the letter. Mayor Cook referred the request to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation, study and report. CAMPBELL AVENUE - WATER WAIN: The Clerk read a letter from A. J. Golder, 107 Campbell Ave., calling attention to the fact that the water main on Campbell Ave. is located on the west side of the street because it was installed before the street was laid out. This condition requires that property owners on the east side have to pay for the cost of having the service brought all the way across the street. He claimed that such a charge is not only arbitrary but a discrimina- tory practice, and asked that property owners on the east side of Campbell Avenue be relieved of what is considered an unjustifiable burden. Mayor Cook referred the letter to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. JOHN_LYCHALK - SE74-ER SERVICE• The Clerk read a letter from John Lychalk, 108 Ithaca Road, enclosing a bill in the amount of $75.61 from Failing's Plumbing Company and one in the amount of $8.24 from the Water Department for work done on his sanitary sewer. He explained that the line from his house to the street is cast iron but that the line in the street is the pipe and that tree roots entering the tile pipe part has caused a stoppage in the line three times in the past three years. He asked to be relieved of paying the aforementioned bills in this respect. Mayor Cook referred the letter to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. EASTWOOD SEtR DISTRICT _ SEWER SERVICE: The Clerk read a letter from Harry N. Gordon, Supervisor of the Town of Ithaca, presenting an application for the Eastwood Sewer District for permission to connect and use the sewer system of the City at the end of Woodcrest Avenue under such terms and conditions as the Board of Public Works may deem proper. He indicated a total of 23 lots in this section requiring such service and added that the Sewer District is willing to pay its rrnnnr +;,,nom +4 �h�ro of mnv pnA+, of imnrnvamant to the Citv sewage disposal system 4� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 April 14, 10/54 or improvement of its trunk lines.in Exactly the same manner as if the property were located within the City. Mayor Cook referred the matter to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation, study and report. CURB & GUTTER ASSESSIENTS: Supt. Laverty presented assessment maps for curb and gutter installations made in South Plain Street, South Meadow Street and Wood Street during 1953. He reported that these improvements are assessable against the respective abutting property owners and recommended that the Board authorize a public hearing thereon as required. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that a public hearing be held by this Board at the next regular meeting thereof to be held on April 28, 1954 at 4:30 p.m. at which time property owners interest in curb and gutter installations in the aforementioned streets may be heard, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that such assessments be and the same hereby are approved and levied against the owners or occupants or against the unknown owners of any such lands or premises abutting upon such streets and benefited thereby, which properties are hereby deemed to have been benefited; and that assessments be levied in accordance with the schedule and maps filed in the office of the City Clerk, viz., for the construction of curbs and gutters on the basis that the City pays the cost for the frontage at street intersections and 50% of the remaining cost, and that the balance of 50% thereof be assessed against the persons or properties on said streets which front on the improvements. Carried FLUORIDATION: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the matter of fluoridation had been brought to his attention several times recently and continued that 98% of the Tompkins County Dental.Society and 95% of the Tompkins County Medical Society have gone on record in its favor. He suggested to the Mayor and Board that two open hearings be held in the Council Chambers with representatives of the Dental and Medical Societies and any other citizens who may desire to appear, pro or con, on the question of fluoridation; and that this Board will take a position on this important issue and send it on to the Common Council for approval, or disapproval. Mayor Cook informed Commissioner Saperstone that the Health Committee of the Council, by resolution, have been requested to make an intensive study of this matter and will no doubt consult with the Board during their deliberations. $OAT DOCKS AT STEWART PARK: Commissioner Saperstone reported that he had previously recommended that the City Engineer be instructed to draw specifications for proposed small boat docks at Stewart Park for the use, on a fee basis, of people owning small boats. He called attention to the fact that it had been omitted from the minutes, repeated his recommendation and requested that it be included in the minutes at this time. It was so ordered by the Mayor. No action on the matter was taken at this time. AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconder. by Commissioner Clynes R?SOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved and-ordered paid; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried BIDS - POWER BROOD: RACK ASSErBLY: Supt. Laverty requested authority to advertise for bids on a power broom rack assembly. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to advertise for bids as requested. Carried CCISJSSIOM'ER SAPERSTONE'S RECOPuiENDATTONS TO THE COUNCIL: Commissioner Saperstone presented the following two written recommendations to the Common Council: 1. Since the Bergholtz Tract of land is considered part of Stewart Park and was purchased by the Stewart Park Commission or the Trust Company from Herman Bergholtz, with funds from Senator Stewart's Trust left for Renwick Park only, 1 recommend that the Council be notified immediately that most of the Bergholtz Tract of land lies outside of the City of Ithaca; and since this tract of land was purchased over 25 years ago, it's about time the proper judicial steps were taken to see that this tract of land comes within the boundaries of the City of Ithaca, because the city spends thousands of dollars yearly of city taxpayers' money on this land, and because Senator Ste-wart's Will specifically states that the funds should be used for Renwick Park in the City of Ithaca and for the people of the City of Ithaca; and for other reasons, I feel that it's about time we put our house in order, especially where city tax money is being spent. I ask that this recommendation be sent on to the Common Council. BOARD OF PUBLIC 1,10RKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS HECEIVk3 E April 14, 1h54 -Norse Chain Co. ? 175.00''" City of Ithaca (Police Dent) 38.M- City of Ithaca (Gen. Fund) 2,74° City of Ithaca 188-TD- City of Ithaca (Fire Dept) 18.81,-- City of Ithaca 69.41- Enos 65.25` Ciaschi, James V. Agnes 6.67 - White, Guy A. & Elsie J. 6.201- �r.a, Nick Est. 8.24r- Swartwood, C. J. 221 .12, Brown, Ellis 69.04-,, Tidd, Norman E. 6.29-" Frantz, Robert L. & Jayne 74-31-- Corners Community Center Inc. 4.37" Henderson, Alton G. & Helen G. 8.24-,' Baychap Holding Corp. 5.46, Lynch, Wm. H. & Jean F. 218.90 ' Berarducci, Romeo J. 8.24,,. Ciaschi, James °- Agnes K. 141.96, City of Ithaca 105-74"' APPR07TED BY FINANCE C012,11ITTEE :I jd Her:r'snn 1". Big --s i'emoripl HosFital Water Fund Invoices presented for audit AprilJ4th, 1954. Allen, JOTO 4 7.00 Bacon, Arthur 139.70 B#iley Dieter Co. 27.77 Bangs, Frank A. 165.33 Beals, McCarthy & Rogers Inca 143.33 Besemer, H. D. 27.00 Cayuga Lumber Co. 18000 Cayuga Trucking Co. 48,00 College Chevrolet Co, Inc. 36.20 Cramer's Auto Parts Co. 1.75 Electric Controller & Manufacturing Co., The 14.57 Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5.94 Genesee Wiping Cloth Co, Inc„ 4Oo68 Graham, L. L. 297o00 Grey, Walter E. 28935 Haverstick & Co. Inc. 220.58 Hayman & Co„ Inc., Michael 107,00 Head, Henry tc. 2.48 Ithaca, City of, General Fund 185.27 n It is a it 1509.16 Ithaca Delivery 2.lo5 Ithaca Gear & Auto Parts Co. 40.65 Ithaca. Office Lquipment 250.00 Ithaca Printing Service 25.60 Jeffrey Manufacturing Co., The 6.13. Lithoprint Co. of New York Inc. 18,1t9 little, A. M. & Son 156.37 Lynch, Jaynes, Coal Co. 68075 Mack's Photo Copies. 20.90 Miller's, T. G. Sons Paper Co. 79.1:5 Murray bales Co. 79 .00 relational Welding 22.51 T�ew York State Electric Gas Corp. 359.20 Tdew York Telephone Co. 156.3E Norton Me ctric Co. 47.90 Personius, Carl 7.07 Phillips, Karl L, 15000 Pierce Glove Co. Inc. 15.55 Red Star Express. Lines- 5.-L9 Reed. Prentice 6.17 28rp. Remington stand nc. 75.70 Robinson & Carpenter 340.53. iiockwell Nanuf�icturing Co. 6.16 dodgers !Motor Lines Inc. 232.11 hoot's Express 16.32 Rumsey.* C. J. & Co. 31.115 dumsey - Ithaca Corp, 42.40 Sherwin - WilliarisCo., The 1.56 Sidu Co., The %156 - bocony - Vacuum Oil Co. 115.03 Soy-ring., Andy 8.12 Stewart, Homer 70.50 Sturm Bros, 11.00 Syracuse Supply Co. 19020 36.54 Townsend$ L. B. Vasco Products Co, 35.77 Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 85,19 Warren Foundry & Pipe Coo 15945.58 Wheaton's Sheet Metal shop 156.92 White iiurseries. 90,00 Will Corporation 23,09 Wilson & Burchard 6.00 Wood, ti. D. Coe 171506 Larkin, Dr. Leo P. 16.20 vltjrri1amberZ23.T1 Committee 10,ti7� Approved Finance i l BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET April 14, 1954 T. G. Miller Sons Paper Co. 18.58--' City Chamberlain 15.29`' Burroughs Corporation 1.56x' J. G. Pritchard & Son 3.96 Tri an m. J . Ryan 24.01, 8( L. B. Townsend 141.92--' Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.06" Mack's Photo Copies 27.13 C. J. Rumsey & Co. 86.60' Cayuga Lumber Company 21.08' New York Telephone Co62.42-- Socony- Vacuum Oil Co.:,Inc. 297.25,' New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. 157.28' Stallman Distributing Corp. 31.68•'` Donahue- Halverson,Inc. 138.27-''' J. J. Driscoll Lumber Co. 260.62 --" Sinclair Refining Company 637.77°' Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. 14.60x-' ABC Exterminators 7.00 Tioga Auto Parts 54.31" Cramer's Auto Parts 75.79--` A. L. Barnum & Son 127.78x'" Connolly & Scalia 26.11 Homer Stewart 18.82'° Fred J. Whiting 12.89 --' Coverall Service & Supply, Inc. 66.00 ' Water & Sewer Dept.,City of Ithaca 107.64'' Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 15.00 --' Sturm Bros. 17.90x"° Brewer & Brown Co.,Inc. 1.25- - Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. 197.04° Robinson - Carpenter 214.48 --= Beals,McCarthy & Rogers 556.6y- R. F. Pendleton 200.00" New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. 2,199.28 -°~" College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. 775.00"° Spencer's Body Shop 13.25° Syracuse Supply Co. 6.75-,,' Ithaca Delivery 2.70, - Syracuse Supply Company 34.12 --° College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. 24.56--- - Andy Sorying 9.95 '` Ithaca Gear & Auto Parts 8.75'' Driscoll Bros. & Co. 94.62 ,-°' A. L. Barnum & Son 16.90°''"' Binghamton Metal Forms 500.00'` The Sherwin- aWilliams Co. 149.55-" H. D. Besemer 549.00- - Highway Materials Company',Inc. 193.07--- Albee Motors 11.42 The J. B. Lang Engine & Garage Co.,Inc. 5.$0 --• The Garlock Packing Company 6.41 --° Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop 20.25°°' William H. Ouinn 20.37 New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. 75.40 y Ireland Mill & Supply Co.,Inc. 3.63 -•° Dassance & Anderson 1.94- - Norton Electric Co. 6.00- Ithaca Junk Company 24.OF�-~ Overhead Door Co. of New York,Inc. 5.02 -° Grass Cutting Equipment Co.,Inc. 269.15r- The Garland Co. 62.86 -°' John Allen 5.00 `-"' Frank 3angs 641.34- - James Lynch Coal Co,Inc. 47.90 ---` H. P. Denniston, M.D. 20.00 -- Tompkins County memorial Hospital 8.64--- BOARD OF PUBLIC WTORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET Ralph J. Mazza,M.D. Leo P. Larkin,M.D. Vasco Products Comparjy Vasco Products Company A. M. Little & Son Ithaca Co -op G.L.F. Service,Inc. APPROVED BY FINANCE;,-COMMITTEE: April 14,1954 23.76' . 16.20-'' 17.64. --F 17.64 32.58,,'".. 40.95 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 April 14, 1954 2. I would like to recommend to the Common Council that since most of the important functions and the operation of the departments of the City of Ithaca are vested in the Board of Public Works, and since they can override the elected representatives of the people of Ithaca, the Common Council, on all important issues, it would be in the best of interests in the City of Ithaca to immediately pass proper legislation to either curtail the powers of the Board of Public VTorks or do away entirely with the Board of Public Works and retain the paid, professional advisors of the City of Ithaca and the Board of Public Works, to report and advise directly to the elected representatives of the peoples the Common Council; whereas, legally and judicially, that is in the best tradition of our American system of government, and since the cross section of the elected representatives of the City of Ithaca is much wider in scope, and actually live in the City of Ithaca, and legally represent the people of the City of Ithaca, therefore, most all important powers should be vested only in the Common Council. Since no action was taken on either of these recommendations, the Mayor advised Commissioner Saperstone that they would be included in the minutes of this session but that if he wanted them presented to the Common Council, he would have to do so as an individual citizen rather than as a Board member. ON MOTIODT the meeting was adjourned. '1 Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk M Regular Meeting PRESENT: .1avor - Cook Commissioners: Clynes, Attorney - Dahmen BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. 4-:30 P -M- April 28, 1954 Bradford, Saperstone and Egan Aldermen: Scott and Johnson Stl Est . of Pub. Wks. - Laverty to Supt - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh PUBLIC HEARING - CURB & GUTTER ASSESS1_,ENTS: Mayor Cook opened the public hearing called for this time to hear persons interested in the assessments levied for the construction of curbs and gutters in South Plain, South Meadow and Wood Streets during 1953. No one appeared to be heard. The Clerk reported that all property owners affected had been notified by mail, in addition to the legal advertisement required., and that as a result of evidence -1_7�roduced by a property owner at 310 Wood. Street frontages of three properties on Wood.Street warranted changing as follows: Corrected Owner Address FrontaF-e_Assessed Corrected Frontage Assessment J. & A.R. Chadwick 310 Wood St. 53' 52' $72.54 S.S. & H.N.Scamardo 312 Wood St. S.A. & M.E.Krellner 314 Wood St. 53' 52t 72.5L� 52' 53' 73.94 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the assessments levied on the loth. day of A�:ril 1954-for the construction of curbs and gutter in South Plain, South Meadow and Wood Streets be and the same hereby are amended and corrected to provide for 521 assessable fron- tage at 310 Wood Street, 521 at 312 Wood Street and 53' at 314 Wood Street,and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said assessments, on which a public hearing having been duly advertised and held thereon as required by law, as amended and corrected be and the same hereby are finally approved and recommended to the Common Council for confirmation. Aye s: 4- Nays: 0 Carried MINUTES: Minut::s of the preceding ror.,ting were, du�_y = .pproved. BIDS: Bids on Road Materials, Stone, Office Furniture, Concrete Cribbing, and Power 3room Rack Assembly were received, opened and read by the Clerk as follows: ROAD MATERIALS: Did Item Type of Supply Koppers Co.Inc. Kn>r�ht Paving Products 41 Asphalt Emulsion Tank Car $0.17 per.gal.net $0.1686 per tial. not Yard storage tank - - .1669 Plant pick -up - - .1434 72 Tank car .17 i .108 Yard storage tank - - .1669 Plant pick -up - - .1434 :�3 Tar (73 -A) Tank car .2325 .2267 Yard storage tank - - .2237 Plant pick -up - - .1937 #4- Tar ( 74) Tank Car .2385 .2367 Yard Storage tank - - .2337 Plant pick -up - - •2037 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried CRUSHED STONE: Solvay Proc.Div. Bid Item Tyre of Delivery Gcn.Allied Chem.& Dye General Crushed Stone # lA Stone Loaded in cars or $1.45 Ter ton net $1.65 per ton net trucks at Plant (Janesville) (Auburn) R.R. cars f.o.b.It'naca 3,634 net 2.88 net By truck to City Yard 3.77 3.20 BOARD OF PUBLIC 1<•7ORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 April 28, 1S'54 (cont 'd) Solvay Proc.Div, Bid Item Type of Delivery Gen.Allied Chem. &Dye General Crushed Stone #1 & ;�,L2 Stone Cars or trucks at plant $1.35 $1.55 R.R. cars f.o.b. Ithaca 3,534 2.78 By truck to City Yard 3.67 3.10 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report, Carried OFFICE FURNITURE: Name of Bidder Total Bid Alternates VanNatta Office Equipment Co.Inc. 2,833.21 1,985.19 2,428.89 .•d. K. Sauer Co. 2,325.80 2,215.80 Rothschild Brothers 1,605.45 1,507.45 Ithaca Office Equipment Co, 2,546.42 2,054.48 The Corner Bookstore 2,488,50 1,971.00 1,871,00 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 2,449,68 none By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee tcc; ether with the Finance Committee of the Common Council for study and report. Carried COi\,iCRETE CRIBBING: Universal Concrete Pipe Co. bid at a price of $4.00 per sq. ft, of face area and this was the only bid received on this item, By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saper•stone RESOLVED, that this bid be referred to the Water & Sewer Cornunittee for study and report. Carried POWER BROOM RACK ASSEMBLY: Elfin Sweeper Co. bid on this item at a bid price of 4P705.50 and it was the only bid received on this item. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that this bid be referred to the Highway Committer for study and report. Carried LIONS CLUB REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from the Lions Club of Ithaca requesting that the Board set a foe for their use of Percy Field on May 18,1954 to sponsor a professional wrestling show to raise funds to help buy a station wagon for the Cerebral Palsy Association. Commissioner Egan reported that this matter has already been considered by the Buildings & Grounds Committee and Up uld be reported on later in the meeting. NORTH SIDE PHARMACY: The Clerk presented an application by the North Side rha.rmacy to empty air conditioning effluc;nt into the sanitary sewer at 507 N.Cavuga Street. A check in the amount of $10.00 was attached to the application. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried 4,'..LYNCH REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Wm. H. Lynch requesting per - misL�icn to construct driveway ramps to his lot at the cornor of Titus Avenue and South Meadow Street in accordance with a plot plan submitted. He noted his intention of constructing a gas station on this property. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for invost:ig- ation and report. Carried COR1ELL UNIVERSITY QUEST: The Clerk read a letter from the Department of Athletics at Cornell University requesting- that the road to the Cornell boathouse be repaired by the City at the expense of the several parties concorned. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Coruaissi.oner Egan RESOLVED, that the request be approved; and that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to proceed with said repairs at the expenses of th,2 parties concerned. Carried �7 w BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 April 28, 1954 PAUL FIDU R: Supt. Laverty recommended that Paul Fidler be authorized to attend a meeting of the American Public Works Association to be held in Binghamton, N.Y. on May 17 -18. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the recommendation be approved and that the Common Council be rcauested to authorize Mr. Fidlerts attendance at this meeting at city expense, Carried I,ZST HILL MASTER STREET PLAN: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner C l;rne s RESOLVED, that the street layout plan for West Hill approved by the Planning Board be approved by this Board; and that the Council be so informed. Carried GAS 1,AINS- THURSTON AVE., WATEE AVE., & LODGE WAY: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request of the N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp., dated April 6, 1954, for permission to construct a low pressure gas main on Thurston Avenue, Waite Avenue and Lodge Way be granted subject to the usual rules and regulations of the Board of Public Works, Carried P & C FOOD STORE - N. TIOGA STREET: Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the requests of the relative to sidewalk emplacement and By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by P & C Food Xarkets, dated April 14, 1954, pavins be granted. Carried BOAT DOCKS AT STEWART PARK: Engineer Cass presented plans for proposed boat docks in Fall Creek adjacent to Stewart Park. He estimated the cost of materials for ti.ese docks at $40.00 each. Superintendent Laverty pointed out that such a type dock is necessarily of a temporary nature and therefore suggested that the Board continue to permit small boat owners to moor thcjir boats along the creek bank under stricter supervision for the coming season until plans for a more permanent type of a dock can be developed for future use. Commissioner SalDerstone expressed the opinion that many boat owners would be willing to build docks at their own expense and in addition pay an annual seasonal .rental fee to the city for their use. He suggested a. fair rental fee would be from $20. to $25. per season. Available space for approximately -ighty small docks was estimated. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that permission be granted small boat owners to construct docks, along the bank of Fall Creek adjacent to Stewart Paris, under the conditions that such docks be constructed to meet the minimum standards as prescribed by the City Engineer, and at their own expense; that the owners assume full responsibility for damages of any and all nature to the docks; and that any or all docks so constructed shall be subject to an annual seasonal rental fee to be established by the Board of Public Works. Carried WARREii PLACE WATER & SEIsTER SERVICES: Commissioner Saperstone call:;d attention to the resolution dated February 10, 1954 concerning the sewer assessment for sewer constructed in Warren Place and report ,�d that the Water and Seirer Corunittee recommend that the resolution be clarified as it was the intent of the Board to charge the usual assessment for the construction of the sewer in the existing Public street known as Warren Place to -tile owners of property in the new sub- division to the north, In other words, the owners of the westerly lots of the new subdivision would pay the assessment applicable to the west side, and similarly the easterly o-vmers would pay the easterly assessment. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the resolution dated February 10,1954 concerning sewer assessment in Warren Place be and hereby is clarified in accordance with the recommendation of the Water & Sewer Committee. Carried VILLAGE OF CAYIJGA HEIGHTS - WATER EXTINSION: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that water service be extended to include the extended area of the Village of Cayuga Heights under the usual rules and regulations of the Board of Public Works and the following additional conditions: a. That the City sp.cifications for construction loo iaet by the Village. b. That the Village pay for the cost of all construction including pump lines, pumping charges, standpipes, etc. necessary to serve areas beyond the existing water pressure of the present City syst,;ms. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCX�DI-;GS AUDIT SHAET APRIL 28, 1954 ?pan Natta Office Equipment Co. , Inc. $ 7.79-- - H. A. Manning Corrrpany 95.00 -° City Chamberlain 3 -95,-- The McBee Company 1 .00-- T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 114.67 - New York Telephone Company 47.69-, - Esso Standard Oil Company 6.22_a Ozalid 11.6o-- Sinclair Refining Company 344.36-`- "` Romeo Berarducci Sr. 29.25-- College Chevrolet Co., Inc. 31.52 — The Ithaca Journal News Inc. 15.00 -- Syracuse Supply Company, Inc. .86i,,. City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Division) 366.65 MacDougall Equipment Co., Inc. 19.49 Woody Miller Lincoln— idercury 1 .00 B. & M. Trans-oort Company, Inc. 6 r Wilmer W. Carroll 22.7 H.D. Besemer 528.001 Cornell University 135.6o--- Haverstick & Company, Inc. 258.57~" Brewer & Brown Company, Inc. 13.15 New York State Electric & Gas Corp 25.00 Grass Cutting Equipment & Sup-ply Co. 16.61' Buckingham Mfg. Co., Inc. 7.50' James C. Avery 15.00°` Starner Sporting Goods 22.50'" New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 17-09— City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Division) 2.00° George G. Mc -Cawley M. D. 5.50`°" H. P. Denniston M. D. 30.Oa'' Socony Vacuum Oil Company 3 0.17, APPROVED BY FINANCE 001414ITTEE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE April 28, 1954 Floros, Peter 10,00- - City of Ithaca 25.00- - City of Ithaca (Fire Sta. 112, 5 and 6) 74-77 - Sloughter, Elwyn 824.- Wester, John J. & Marie E. 8.24'" Fish, Geo. & Marjorie 70.00 - Phi Delta Theta 16.47'' Rothschild, Jacob Est. 16;47` Elmer, Frank M. 1111935 ` Carpenter, Stuart V. & Dorothy D. 5.93'"' Cornell University 6.87 - °r Toomey, Elizabeth 17.88•` Rumsey, Jay M. & Mildred C. 16.47 State of New York (Biggs Memorial Hospital) 484.32' GE \?FRAL rl mlm Raymond d Hoare & Son 20, 00 Asa. D. Jaynes & Son 5.00 A. H. & G. K. Bel_kna-o 10.001 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE Water Fund Invoices presented for audit April 28th, 1951. Beals, McCarthy & vogers Inc. f Cayuga Lumber Co. Ellisi L. B. Sr, Finger Lakes, Chemical Co. General Chemical Division Graham, L. L. Hellige Inc. Ithaca Delivery Ithaca Propane Co. Jamieson - McKinney Co. Inc, Jones, John Wiley Co. lain I a Pharmacy Little, ®. M. & 5 on Miller, T. G. Sons Paper Co. New York Board of Fire Underwriter's, New York State Electric & Gas Corp. New York 'Telephone Co. Rich, Charles- W. 5idu Co., The Vasco Products Co. Wallace & Tiernan Co. Inc. Will Corporation Wood, A. D, Co, City Chamberlain Approved Finance Committee The 1,6.55 9.G0 50,00 5.94 669.39 189.00; 7sOL !i 2.6g 12.21 V 9.70 V 136,00 �. 4,48 167.4!;�,, 58.38 9.50 `. 117.5.16 v". 29.70 r 19.00 t j' 699p.7p7 V '5 +V U.0 54,90 V 2.85 118,68 � 3,116.13 5.39 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FROCEEDINGS Page 4 A ?aril 28 0 1954 C. That the Village pay for the cost of a City Inspector during the period of construction. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be dirDctod to 1�rcpare a nc.;w watr_r contract with the Village for subsequent approval. Carried JOHN, LYC TALK - SEWER SERVICE: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by C.o2tmiis�:;ioner t a an RESOLVED, that the request of John Lychalk, 108 Ithaca Road, regarding the ex- pungcment of a bill for repairing his sewer service be denied because the City assumes such charges only if a cast iron sewer line has been installed in the city street. Carried CAI- iPBELL AVENUE - WATER MAIN: By Commissioner Saper-stone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request of Mr. Golder, 107 Campbell Avenue, for adjustment of a Jill for water service be denied because the water main in this street was con- structed in its present location because of difficulties in securing rights -of -way. Carried. CE1,TETERY LOT - CHURCH- ATKITISON: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings & 'a Grounds Committee recommend that the Board accept thy„ verbal offer of D. B. Lee of $1,000, on behalf of his client to construct a wall in the city cemetery; and that the Committee further recommend that the Superintendent be authorized to construct such a wall 521 long with a 21 foundation, about 3? above ground, with a fieldstone cap and face, in the rear of the Church- Atkinson lot in the cemetery. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the r- commendation of the Buildings & Grounds Committee be �-)i,roved; and that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to proceed with c- o--istr•uction of said wall from the funds to be provided by Mr. Lee on behalf of l�is client. Carried CORi;ELL UNIVERSITY BOATHOUSE: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings and Grounds Committee recommend that the request of Cornell University to acquire a portion of the Island property for the construction of a boathouse be denied becsuse the Common Council on November 7, 1951 authorized the transfer of five acres of this Island to the Stag of New York for a highway budding. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes FESOLVED, that the request of Cornell University be denied in accordance with the recommendation of the Buildings & Grounds Committee. Carried PERCY FIELD - RENTAL RATES: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings & Grounds Committee recommend the continuance of the 1953 rental rates for the use of Percy Field and in addition that a schedule of fees for all professional types of entertainment at the field, regardless of who the sponsor may be, be established as follows: 1. ease rental fee of $250.00 which covers gross receipts up to $2,500 after taxes. 2. Gross receipts from $2,500 to $3,000. Incl., after taxes - 10% of gross which includes guarantee. 3. Gross receipts in excess of $3,001,, after taxes, -121% of gross which includes gua r ant e e . This is not a sliding scale. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Coramissioncr Clyncs RESOLVED, that the rates for the use of Percy Field be and tho same hereby are revised and amended to read as follows: AFTER iOON GAi:ES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.00 NIGHT GAMES: Admission under 40¢ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 if .41 to .50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00 .51 to .60 (tax included) . . . . . . . . 50.00 .61 to .75 11 if . . . . . . . . 75.00 .76 to 1.00 . . . . . . . . 90.00 1.01 and over " " . . . . . 1100.00 PRO E SSIONPL TYPES OF ENTERTAINMENT: Minimum guarantee 250.00 Or 10% of gross receipts up ,t6 $3,000 (after ta)fed)- wYiichever is greater;' or 12zf of gross receipts (af %.r taxes) if the gross excoeds. $3,-000. This is not a sliding scale. Carried 7.5 _...__....d. v,.�_..�..,,.,.�.,„,e.M.,,,�. �.. ,.sw.emuvwx. v+ri�5eesxx.+k__ acme •,'t r_, 3 76 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 5 April 28, 1954 CAPITAL IDTROVET,i.ENTS: Commissioner Clyncs presented a suggested grogram of Capital Improvements to be forwarded to the Corunon Council for their guidance and ITimprily to indicate the magnitude of public works which mLy need to be built in the future. He recommended that in addition the Council be requested to appropriate the sum of $34,496.00 to Capital Reserve Fund A, Public Works Equipment, from funds available in the 1954 budget. By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the recommendation be approved and that the Council be requested to appropriate the sum of $34,496.00 to said Capital Reserve Fund 45, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the following suggested program of Capital Improve- ments be forwarded to the Common Council for their guidance in future as recommended: SUGGESTED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Items numbered under each individual heading arc listed in what appears at this time to be the desired order of preference. �ITLDINGS City Hall (Capital Reserve Acct, No. 9 $ 430,000 (Est.building cubage - 224,000 C.F.) Total of Streets General $11412,000 LAND ACO,UISITION Arterial Plan $ 500,000 BRIDGES GENERAL (Capital Reserve Acct. No.4) Giles Street $ 1621000 Stewart Ave. over Cascadilla Creek 181,000 Lake Street 126,000 Lincoln Street - widened 18,000 Thurston Avenue 173,000 Plain Street 82,000 Monroe Street 35,000 Columbia. Street 241,000 Total *f Bridges General $1,018,000 OTHER PROJECTS Off. - Street Parking (Capital Reserve Acct. No-7) $ 270,000 SUi %Ua 1. Buildings $ 430,000 2. Streets (General) 1,412,000 3. Arterial Plan 500,000 4. Bridges 1,018,000 5. Off - Street Parking 270,000 Total of All Items $3,630,000 Commissioner Saperstone urged delay in voting on thu resolution contending that he could not vote until he had a chance to study the program submitted. He called attention in particular to the item listed for off- stre,.:t parking and questioned its advisability. He criticized previous estimates of off - street parking facilities made some years ago by city officials and alleged that the estimates proved to be of amounts in excess of 100; in some cases to over 8000 in another case. Superintendent Laverty explained that no attempt was ever made to estimate the occupancy of individual lots but that anticipated revenues were STREETS GENERAL (Capital Reserve Acct. No.3) W. State Street (Albany St. to Cliff St.) 140,000 Lincoln Street (Cayuga St. to Tioga St,) 20,000 Buffalo Street (Stewart Avc.,to Eddy St.) 34,000 Plain Street (Buffalo St, to Green St.) 38,000 State Street (Aurora St. to Albany St.) 174,000 Resurface sheet asphalt streets 210,000 Gravel Base - New Streets 32,000 Tioga Street (State St. to Falls St.,) 237,000 Aurora Street (Six Rule Creek to City Line) 165,000 .,Tdcn Road (Bryant Ave. to Ithaca Rd.) 90,000 Floral Ave. (State St. to City Line) 272,000 Total of Streets General $11412,000 LAND ACO,UISITION Arterial Plan $ 500,000 BRIDGES GENERAL (Capital Reserve Acct. No.4) Giles Street $ 1621000 Stewart Ave. over Cascadilla Creek 181,000 Lake Street 126,000 Lincoln Street - widened 18,000 Thurston Avenue 173,000 Plain Street 82,000 Monroe Street 35,000 Columbia. Street 241,000 Total *f Bridges General $1,018,000 OTHER PROJECTS Off. - Street Parking (Capital Reserve Acct. No-7) $ 270,000 SUi %Ua 1. Buildings $ 430,000 2. Streets (General) 1,412,000 3. Arterial Plan 500,000 4. Bridges 1,018,000 5. Off - Street Parking 270,000 Total of All Items $3,630,000 Commissioner Saperstone urged delay in voting on thu resolution contending that he could not vote until he had a chance to study the program submitted. He called attention in particular to the item listed for off- stre,.:t parking and questioned its advisability. He criticized previous estimates of off - street parking facilities made some years ago by city officials and alleged that the estimates proved to be of amounts in excess of 100; in some cases to over 8000 in another case. Superintendent Laverty explained that no attempt was ever made to estimate the occupancy of individual lots but that anticipated revenues were BOARD OF PUBLIC 19ORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 6 April 28, 195 biscd on as 60%o occupancy basis. After, further discussion the Mayor directed the Clerk to call for a, roll -call vote on the motion which resulted in the following. Ayes: 3 - Clynes, Bradford and Egan Not Voting: 1 - Saperstone Motion Carried AUDIT: By Commis3ioncr Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Cormrittcu bu and the same hereby are approved and ordered paid; and that the bills rccoivahle be and the same hereby are approved and ordered r�:ndered. Carried STEWART PARK TRUST FUND: Commissioner Sapurstono'recruestcd that he be notified, in due time for proper study, of the judicial filing by the Tompkins County Trust Co. of the Stewart Park'Trust Fund. Mayor Cook assured h.isa that he will be so notified as soon as his office gets the information. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. .aP ^.l Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROC7, T)T GS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Regular Yeeting 4:30 p.m. May 12, 1954 PRESENT: hayor Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Clynes, Saperstone, Bradford, Egan and Gaurnier Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUT]S: 11inutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. WARREN PLACE SE-TER SERVICE: hr. John LAjza appeared before the Board and protested the action taken at the last meeting relative to the levy of a sewer assessment against him for that part of the sewer which is about 2501 long in Warren Place extended northerly from Hook Place to serve his and other developments in-Warren Place extended. Commissioner Saperstone reviewed the matter in detail. After further discussion Commissioner Gaurnier recommended that the matter be referred back to the Water & Sewer Committee for further investigation. It was so ordered. VILLAGE OF_C_4YUGA HEIGHTS - SE`.JEP E:_T' i 5I0N: The Clerk read a letter from the Village of Cayuga Heights making application for disposal of sewage from a contemplated extension of sanitary sewers within the Village. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried BOY SCOUTS: The Clerk read a letter from Boy Scouts of America requesting the loan of one of the City's sprinkler trucks during the weekend of June 4,5,6, to provide an adequate supply of water at their Camporee site if a shortage occurs. Action on this request will be found later in the meeting. G. ALY GALVIN: The Clerk presented an application by G. Alx Galvin to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer at 401 West State Street. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried N,Y.S. ELrCTRIC & GAS CO. - GAS MINS: The Clerk read a letter from N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. requesting the usual permission to install a 6' x 6' underground regulator pit on city property on Highland Avenue just south of Wyckoff Road and to extend am8" steel low pressure gas main from this regulator pit along Highland Avenue to Thurston Avenue to tie in with the existing low pressure gas distribution system. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried LAKE VIEW DAIRIES: The Clerk read a letter from Lake View Dairies offering to pay for a concrete gutter on the Fourth Street side of their property. Permission was also requested to run the black top from their Drive -in to the edge of such a gutter. Action on this request will be found later in the meeting. ASSIGM-ENT OF LEASE - CITY DMT: The Clerk reported that Air. Novidor had requested that future payments for lease of his property as city dump be assigned to Nathan Weiner, 510 ?test State St. ,Ithaca ,N.Y. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the assignment of payments for the lease of property used for a city dump to Nathan Reiner, 510 Truest State St.,be and hereby is approved subject to approval of the City Attorney. Carried JACK BLAKE: Supt. Laverty reported that Jack Blake had received a passing grade in a recent Civil Service examination for the position of automotive mechanic and recommended his prow i onal laI'prsntmc t such position at the rate of $1.50 per hour plus the usual bonus. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the probational appointment of Jack Blake as automotive mechanic at the rate of $1.50 per hour plus the usual bonus be and hereby is approved as recommended. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET May 12, 1954 Amsterdam Printing & Litho.Co. 45.02 Student Transfer 40.00 City Chamberlain 4.90 New York Telephone Co. 42.65 Wm. J. nyan 15.75' New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 149,23 --' L. Be Townsend 62.45 4 Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.001,,- J. J. Driscoll Lumber Co. 243.28 L "'- The Ithaca Journal News,Inc. 12.00--- - Tioga Auto Parts 49.47 Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. 14.60 Donohue- Halverson,Inc. 17-83t", Robinson & Carpenter 362.31 - City of Ithaca (`eater & Sewer Div.) 71.77 V' C. J. Rumsey & Co. 34.98 Frank A. Bangs 358.27 A. L. Barnumn & Son 91.20 The J. B. Lang Engine & Garage Co.,,Inc. 14.42 .Elgin Sweeper Co. 46.02' Morse Chain Co. 13.86`' Ithaca Printing Service 35.35 Syracuse Supply Co. 28.93 Cramer's Auto Parts 58.87 1-- Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop 13.25 ' Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 36.21 Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. 313.34 R. F. Pendleton 400.00 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 2199.32 The B. F. Goodrich Co. 28.80 The Buffalo Springfield Roller Co. 38.89 Brockway Motor Co.,Inc. 2.19" The Ithaca Journal- News,lnc. 10.58 1-` Connolly & Scalia 44.85 ' The General Crushed Stone Co. 863.50 sue` Ames Welding & Supply Co. 66.43' Clarkson Chemical Co.,Inc. 174.00 Ithaca Co -op G.L.F. Service,Inc. 67.80 Town of Ithaca 30.00 _Cornell University 150.40 The B.F.Goodrich Co. 13.09~ The Garland Co. 126.22" Cortright & Electric 3.90 t� William H. Quinn 26.60 i, -" Frank Whatman 7.80 .s" Haverstick Toro Sales Co. 83.50 4- Plaza Nash Corp. 21.56 Allen Tractor & Equip. Co. 9.50_. a Ithaca Printing Service �. 17.00 Grass Cutting Equipment & Supply Co. 40.71 Root's Express 12.20 Wilson & Burchard 10.00 John W. Hirshfeld,M.D. 29.53 Simon Schmal,M.D. 10.50 Homer Stewart 49.55 Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 148.57 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 60.04 A. Be C. Exterminating Co 7,00 APPROVED,a,BY FINANCE COP'iMITTEE: r� BOARD OF PUBLIC 19ORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE May 12, 1954 Gelder, W. E. Crofoot, James Watkins, Mildred Potter Cornell University (East Ave.) Cornell University (Tower Rd.) Flight, Richard E. & Isabelle T. Cayuga Heights School Hillick, James W. City Of Ithaca (City Hall) City Of Ithaca (No. 7's Fire Station) North Side Pharmacy APPROVED BY FINANCE COr,.,;ITTEE 9.22 2.82 30.21 23.23 5.32 16.47 12.37 100.74 1,513.23 411.47 10.00 Water Fund Invoi ^es pres?nted for audit May 12th, 1954. Allen, John T. Allen Tractor & Eqiipment zenrice Bangs, Frank A. Deals., McCarthy &: hogers Inca Burroughs: Corporation Cayuga. Lumber Co. Cimpi Express Lines Inc., Ao College Chevrolet Uo. Inc, Graham, L. L. Grey, Walter E. Haverstick & Go. Inc. Ithaca, City of, General Fund It It 11 It It Ithaca Floor Covering Ithaca Printing Service Jack's Glass Shop Lang, J. J. Engine & Garage Co. Lehigh Valley A. H. Co. Little, A, M. &: Son Lynch, James- Coal Co. Manning, H, A. Coo New York State Electric & las Corp. 11 It it 11 11 it New York Telephone Co. Personitia, Carl Robinson & Carpenter numsey, C. J, & Coo Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. Vasco Products Co. Wallace Steel & 5 u ply COO White mixsen -es City Chamberlain Approved Finance Committee d' 7.91 9.11 7,68 47.72 2.21 22.96 2.45 20„91. 199.00 27.02 291.68 1.83 a7 8 1509.16 155.47 11!;.50 53.21, 10,20 2030 65.85 135.00 19.00 24,08 620.79 35.92 8.0r� 20.82 72.77 71.111 6.61 5.12 11 7 43, 94.47 7. 1. 5 f ^� �0 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 hay 12, 1954 SIX 1ZLE CREEK WALL.GUNITING• Supt. Laverty requested permission to advertise for bids on gunitin9 an additional leh h ok creek wall in Six Mile Creek4 By Commissioner'Colbertt seebnu by Cbmmissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Superintendoh be authorized to advertise for bids as requested. Carried HIGH14AY COMITTEEIS REC01`ZEMATIONS• Commissioner Gaurnier requested permission to present several recommendations of the Highway Committee and take.action oil all recommendations as a group unless there was objection to indivual items. Mayor Cook ruled that it would be in order to take action on the several recommendations as a group unless any member of the Board wished to discuss individual items. Commissioner Gaurnier then presented the following recommendations of his committee: 1. Recommend the award of a contract for asphalt & road materials to the low bidder, Knight Paving Products, Ithaca, N. Y. 2. Recommend the award of a contract for crushed stone to the low bidder, General Crushed Stone Co, 3. Recommend the award of a contract for Power Broom Rack assembly to the Elgin Sweeper Co. for $705,50 (only bid) 4. Authorize the Superintendent to take bids on the following equipment replacement: 2 Pick up trucks 1 Dump truck 1 Stake body truck 1 Grader 2 Automobiles (1 coupe and 1 sedan) 1 Gang mower 1 Power concrete saw 1 Paint pavement striper 5. Authorize the Superintendent to rent.sprinkler truck to Boy Scouts of America, June 4-5-and 6. 6. Authorize the construction of drainage on Fourth St. with the understanding that Lake View Dairies will pay cost of construction of gutter in front of their property, and with the further understanding, that black top may be used in the sidewalk and driveway area, but be replaced viiT.yt con._ ^Dte sholt.ld a sidewalk be installed elsewhere on Fourth St. 7. Recommend the approval of construction by W. H. Lynch of two thirty foot driveways on South Meadow St. at South Titus Ave., and one thirty foot driveway on South Titus Ave. 8. Recommend the acceptance of deed for Warren Place, subject to approval by City Attorney and City Engineer. Py Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the Highway Committee as presented be and the same hereby are accepted and approved in all respects. Carried BOAT DOCKS - RENTAL FEE: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone PESOLVED, that the annual rental fee for permission to construct the standard boat dock at Stewart Park shall be $25.00 and that such fee shall be subject to concitions prepared by the City Attorney which shall include liability and property damage insurance protecting the City. Carried BIDS - CONCRETE CRIBBING: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the contract for concrete cribbing be awarded to Universal Concrete Pipe Company, the low bidder. Carried NORTH SIDE PHARriACY: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that permission be granted to North Side Pharmacy to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer at 507 N. Cayuga Street subject to the usual fee and rules of the Board. Carried g BOARD OF PUBT.IC 40RXS PROCEEDIiJGS Page 3 May 12, 1954 BID$ WALTER & SW DEPT. EQUIPMENT By Commissioner S 'perstc5ne:- seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids on Water & Sewer Department equipment �6platement as'follWst 3 Dump trucks 2 Pick -up trucks 1 Suburban type Carried AUDII3 By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESCMD, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the sA" hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried CAPITAL IMPROVEI12NTS: Commissioner Saperstone reviewed and criticized the list of sugge9ted capital improvements presented at the last meeting and forwarded to the Common Council for their guidance. He stated that he felt the Board members should have had more time to study the program. He then asked if the estimates were those of 1946 or current estimates. He criticized the item for Columbia Street bridge in particular stating that he was informed that this bridge was overhauled since 1946 and appeared to be one of our better bridges today. Superintendent Laverty stated that the estimates are 1946 estimates adjusted to current costs, and that the Columbia Street bridge was no completely overhauled but that a new deck had been installed in 1948 and that all bridge estimates were based on recommendations contained in a report of the-condition of bridges in the city which was prepared by a consulting bridge engineer before his appointment as Superintendent. Mayor Cook ruled that if Commissioner Saperstone had further criticisms to offer that he should consult with the Superintendent before bringing it before the Board. ON IiOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk �j BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHAC,',N.Y. Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. May 26, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Connolly and Johnson Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. SEWAGE PERMIT - ELI,,iCREST CI ROLE+ The Clerk reported receipt of a permit from N.Y.State Dept. of Health to discharge sewage effluent from the proposed sanitary sewer extensions in E3:mcrest Circle and easment in the City after treatment in the existing sewage treatment works of the City into Cayuga Inlet through the existing outlet pipe. The permit was ordered filed in the County Clerkts office as required. U. S. !gAVPL TRAINING RESERVE LEASE: The Clerk read a letter from the United States Government electing to renew the present lease for the site of the Naval Training Center on N. Cayuga Street extension for the period July 1, 1954 to June 30, 1955• By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the renewal of this lease for the period from July 1, 1954 to June 30, 1955 be approved; and that the Mayor be authorized to sign any necessary papers. Carried SEWER CONNECTION - "RED" HMSOJ�3 The Clerk read a letter from "Red" Herson, 1115 Trumansburg Roadb requesting permission to connect his house with the State owned sanitary sewer in the Trumansburg Road. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request be denied since it is contrary to deal with individuals requesting city service outside the City and particularly in a case where the line is not owned by the City. Carried AIR CONDITIONING PER4IT - 109 E. STATE STREET: The Clerk read an application of the Good Friend Shop, tenant at 109 E. State Street, for permission to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer at this location. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the application be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and report. Carried WEST STATE STREET: The Clerk presented a complaint from Wm. C. Holland, 429 W. State St., regarding the condition of the pavement in the 400 block of W. State St. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the complaint be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried HARRY SUTHERLAND: The Clerk presented a request from Harry Sutherland, 305 Ca.scadilla St., for permission to operate a motor boat cruiser from Stewart Park. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee.for investigation and report. Carried F. A. P 1,R..SON: The Clerk read a letter from F. A. Pearson regarding the condition of the path between the intersection of Maple, Oak, Dryden, Cornell & If>haca Rd. and Dwyer Is dam. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Superintendent for investigation and report. Carried 82 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEE=GS Page 2 May 26, 1954 R. H. MCINTYRE: The Clerk read a letter of thanks from R. H. McIntyre, 426 E. Buffalo Street, for improvement to his driveway as requested recently. MAYORS' COMFERENCE: The Clerk reported that the Mayors' Conference will be held this year in Monticello, N. Y. on June 16, 17 and 18 and that the Board should request the Council at this time for authorization for such officials as come under the Board's jurisdiction to attend this conference. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to authorize the Superintendent of Public Works, City Engineer, City Clerk and one member of th4 Board to be named by the Mayor, to attend the Mayors' Conference in honticello, N.Y. on June 16, 17 and 18 at city expense. Carried TRIPHAN11ER BRIDGE PAINTING: Supt. Laverty recommended advertising for bids on painting Triphammer Bridge. By Commissioner Gaurnier; seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be atithorized to advertise for bids as recommended. 9 Carried ARTHUR BACON: Supt. Laverty recommended the probational appointment of Arthur Bacon to the position of Chief Sewage Plant Operator at the rate of $1.70 per hour plus the usual bonus. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLV�,D, that the probational appointment of Arthur Bacon to the position of Chief Sewage Plant Operator at the rate of $1.70 per hour plus the usual bonus be approved in accordance with the recommendation of the Superintendent. Carried ROLEO BERARDUCCI & WAL'K'ER HAPPEL: The Superintendent recommended the provisional appointment of Romeo Berarducci to the position of carpenter at the rate of $1.50 per hour plus the usual bonus and the appointment of Walter Happel to the position of Sewer Maintenance Man at the rate of $1.35 per hour plus the usual bonus. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the provisional appointments of Romeo Berarducci and Walter Happel to the positions of carpenter and sewer maintenance man respectively at the rates set forth in the recommendation of the Superintendent be and hereby are approved. Carried OUTSIDE SEWER SERVICES--- VILLAGE, OF CAYUGA HEIGHTS & EASTTJOOD SEIER DISTRICT: Anticipating Board action of a recommendation of the Water & Sewer Committee to deny request of the Village of Cayuga Heights and the Eastwood Sewer District for connecting to the City's sewer system, T. K. Powers, a member of the former Greater Ithaca Fact Finding Committee, and Alderman Kenneth Johnson, Chairman of the Greater Ithaca Action Committee, appeared before the Board and urged that the present policy concerning extension of such services to outside areas be reviewed before any final action be taken denying the repuests. Ns. Powers contended that there should be no social, political or other boundary lines between the city and fringe areas depending on city services, and that annexation was the answer. He urged annexation of such areas with the understanding that services requited be extended and assessed against the property owners benefited and ammortized tver a period of years. Er. Johnson concurred with Mr. Powers and also urged that any action taken at this time provide for future discussion of annexation. Commissioner Saperstone reported that the Water & Sewer Committee do not intend to close the door on annexation by denying these services at this time but feel that definite evidence of an authentic desire for annexation, obtained either through public hearings or referendum, be offered the City. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request of Cayuga Heights Village and the Eastwood Sewer District for sewer service be denied for the present in accordance with the joint policy of the Common Council and Board of Public Works, dated July 29 ,1953 and as amended November 4, 1953, which emphasizes the advisability of annexation as a necessary step to insure these city services, AND BE IT 7U THER RESOLVED, that the Village of Cayuga Heights and/or other fringe areas desiring city services be r %guested to furnish the City with an authentic desire of their residents for annexation, obtained either by public hearings or referendum. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE May 26, 1R54 City of Ithaca $ 25.00-- - Snyder, Clara Corning Cayuga Heights School 8.18 Missilier, L.A.,Hull,A. L. & O'Connor,J.F. 744.72 DeVoy, Margaret 8.18--- Goldet, A. J. 159.25r' Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 42,75, Brewer & Brown Co' Inc. 28.92 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE Water and Sewer TvVnd invoices presented for 4- i,04.t Ne-y- 26thp J.C) 9te Addressograph - Multigraph Corp. 010.50-- kmerican Water Wbrks Lssociation 10. 50---_ Ames Weldin[, & al.L),:) I y C 0 . Peals.9 McCarthy 8., Rogers !no. 92.83=- Bishop's Pa--',.n+ 8- Idallpaper Stare 2,05 Cramer's Aiitc Fe.—ts 16,07 Darling. S, ManufactvrJ-n- Co. FinEer Lakes Cbcmi-a 1. (.1 o. 5.94-- oodricb, l The B. F. C 0. !;4.21 Grahamp Lo L. 198000."' Ithaca De IA-,7ex- jack's G lars Shop 3001 Jeffrey 1�<P-nufactur'.,nc: Co., The 6.28 Jim's Fix-it Shop lli.05-- Jones., Jclhli -% iley Co. 828,00-,"' L-ittles A. M. & bon Vl Jle-ls., - L', Cl, Sons Papex- Co. 10,14 f4ational Weldinr 25.70 Pl`eptupe Neter Co. 1G-", hew Yqrl- btete zinctric Cts Cor,.-.loration 1228 06,-- Ivew York Telenhcy�c� CO, 070-- liorton Electric Co. Pc.-rsonius Carl. .1 7 *?3' 61nplc:: V'al-x- . etr-r �l �Jo 6oyrin.E, Andy , itallran T)--*L -t-r .*.'hvt2-n�' 07:)rp. Sttz-1 * 35.40 I-lall-acc & Tiolrn,n Co, S'Upplv CO. .ihf, 14, ll'�"- it. i-,-tti,houso Electr-ic Suppler C 7 9201" Sheet llrtp-1 6 ho n or. N-t-r -L)iv�-sion yp Dr. J.J. P, Y. St,,t(l sr Iteti.—,7-ent 6ystem r) 4)6tI, .7 F'_na-Cit=e Corva ttf-i JF - A BOARD OF PUBLIC AUDIT MAY WORKS PROCEEDINGS SHEET 26, 1954 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 40.62 rf" Paul Fidler 20.00' Francis J. Laverty 10.75 " T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 8.39 New York Telephone Company 41.62 B. K. Elliott Company 32.62 Institute of Traffic Engineers 3.50 City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 1 924,70 Brewer & Brown Co., Inc. 206.10 Goodyear Service Stores 2,50 ✓,. Coverall Service & Supply, Inc. 52.80 " J. J. Driscoll Lumber Company 108.92 H. D. Besemer 144.00" R. F. Pendleton 450.00 Spencer's Body Shop 54.75 Syracuse Supply Company ,.. 73. 89 89 r Cayuga Lumber Company 1 Paul Mancini & Sons 72,00 �. Cooper Brothers 18.06 Knight Paving Products Inc. 289.09 Sturm Brothers Brothers 12.40 -" Beale, Me Carthy & Rogers Inc. 282.03 Andy Soyring 4 21 Norton Electric Company :55 r,- Johnson' s Boat Yard 6,19 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 9,28 - Tompkins Photographers 19.59 --- Ithaca G. L. F. Service Inc. 37,57 Socony Vacuum Oil Cibmpany 259-50z-- Dickinson Paint & Wal1opaper Co. 21.62 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 21,56 _- Bruno Pier Priori 30.00 F. R. C. Forster M. D. 104.22 f= Sinclair Refining Co. 24.80:.,. -" VED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE tr � t} BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINIGS Page 3 Nay 26, 1954 Commissioner Gaurnier explained that he had seconded the motion without prejudice in the matter, that he must represent the City taxpayers and face the fact that sewage facilities will have to be provided for an estimated 400 new homes in the West Hill area with a disposal plant that is running close to its capacity at the present time, and that he felt receptive to any plea for annexation when properly presented but that it must dome from residents of the fringe areas desiring it. After further discussion the motion was voted on. Motion Carried G. ALX GALVIN - AIR CONDITIONING: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, :that the request of Dr. G, Alx Galvin for permission to empty air Conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer at 409 W. State Street be denied since there is available a storm sewer adjacent to his premises and it is the Board's policy to insist on the use of the storm sewer for this purpose when avail-:,ble. Carried WARREN PLACE SLiE,,R. SERVICE: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the Water & Sewer Committee had once again reviewed the matter of extending a sewer main about 250' northerly in the existing Warren Place to serve developments further to the north on Warren Place as extended. He reported that the Committee had ;.; reversed their decision reported at the April 28th. meeting and now recommend ,M that this sewer main extension be undertaken at city expense and that resulting sewer assessments be levied against abutting property owners in accordance with existing policy of the Board in this respect. By'Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the I/later & Sewer Committee in this matter be approved. Carried SF,,TER SERVICE - MARK BEVERAGE, CO. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes WHEREAS, there exists no gravity sewer main in idlest Clinton Street, and the construction of a new main is not feasible economically, THER OF -. - :E BE IT PJ'SOLVED, that permission be granted to Mark Beverage Company to construct a septic tank to provide for the sewage needs at 719 'Jest Clinton Street. Carried WATER & SE4ER SERVICES - FP.LL VIE?,-,T TERRACE & WEST1 aTNT DRIVL: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Board hereby authorizes the construction of a water main at city expense and a sewer main at the expense of the developer in Fall View Terrace and T,,Testmount Drive upon the acceptance of deed to these streets. Carried TAPPING FEE: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the City is faced with an expenditure of $5,000.00 for new water meters and therefore that the Water & Sewer Committee recommend that the existing tapping fee for new service in a water district outside the City be continued in effect for the East State Street Extension and the South Hill Water District. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RFSOLVED, that the recommendation of the Water & Sewer Committee regarding hyping fees for new service in water districts outside the City be and hereby is approved. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried ISLPIID: Attorney Dahmen recommended that the Mayor be authorized to sign any and all papers relative to the transfer of a portion of the "Island" to the State of New York. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Mpyor be and hereby is authorized to sign the necessary papers in the transfer of this property as recommended by the City Attorney. Carried 84 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 Nay 26, 1954 SPENO PROPERTY: Attorney Dahmen reported that Mr. Speno is anxious to know if the City is still interested in a right of way in respect to his property on South Hill as it relates to the extension of Grandview Avenue to Hudson Street. He explained that the property is being offered for sale at this time and the City's need for this right of way should be decided as early as possible. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried STE14ART PARK: Commissioner Saperstone reported that he had visited Stewart Park over the past t*.To weekends and that he was not impressed by the operation of outboard motors and their resulting noise. He criticized the practice of boat o*,,mers making boat repairs in the park area adjacent to Fall Creek bank. He recommended that some control be exercised in these matters. Mayor Cook advised him to rresent his recommendation to the Buildings & Grounds Committee. He then recommended that the City undertake to fix up the zoo, enlarge and add more attractions there. He stated that he would like to hear the expression of the entire Board on this matter. He also recommended the construction of spray pools in the park for .young children. Mayor Cook again advised him to present his recommendations to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study. 014 MOTION the meeting was adjourned. ., �.6Z. &ZO,4i Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk HOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDI-`?GS 300.0x;'27 CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 2,340.00 597.91;`27 Regular Leeting 4:30 P.Pi. June 9, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Wilkinson and Dickens Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public ",forks - Laverty Asst. to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester- Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: Kinutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - TRUCKS & At1TOLOBILES: Several bids on trucks and automobiles were received opened and read by the Clerk as follows: 4 -DOOR SEDAN Less Trade -in NET Name of Bidder Type Total Bid Price_ and taxes BID PRICE Economy Motor Sales Pontiac Deluxe $2,686.44 $1,546.44 $1,140.00 J.G.Pritchard &Son Buick Special 2,730.32 1,200.00 1,530,32 It it if Buick Model 52 3,174,17 1;300000 1,874,17 BUSINESS COUPE: Economy Rotor Sales Pontiac(2 doorSedan)2,18533 1,025.33 1,16000 V1m. T. Pritchard Plymouth 1,444,74 700.00' 744.74 College Chevrolet Co. Chevrolet 1,S74. 00 725,00#30 849„00 Cayuga Motors Ford 1,750.00 775.00630 975-00 SUBURBAN TYPE: Economy P,otor Sales Pontiac 2,655.97 1;130.97 1,525,00 W.T.Pritchard Plymouth 1,797.71 800.00 997.71 College Chevrolet Co. Chevrolet 2,0 ?,5,00 930. 0x;-`7 1,095.00 Cayuga Motors Ford Ranchwagon 2,232.00 964,00t,',17 1,258,00 TRUCKS 2 -ton Dump W. T. Pritchard Dodge It It 11 Dryden Supply Co. GKC Model 351 -24 College Chevrolet Co. Chevrolet 11 it 11 11 Cayuga Motors it 11 Ithaca Motors It 11 TRUCKS - 1, ton Dumb W. T. Pritchard it 11 Dryden Supply Co. if it 11 Ford 11 International 11 Dodge it GMC Model 301 -24 11 11 3 01- 24 College Chevrolet Co, Chevrolet ti It It it 2,803 05 2,803.05 3,475.64 3,299.14 3,299.14 3,444.00 3,444.00 3,400.00 3,400.00 2,367.94 2,367.94 2,937.91 2,937.91 2,745.82 2,745.82 30,0.00j,`17 2,503,05 500.00;;`39 2,303 ^05 728,6W,k39 2,747.00 1,1.65,14;,`17 2,134.00 1,165,14 -,r39 2,JJ4,00 1,046.00;;17 2,398.00 1,151.WO'39 2,29300 941.00;'`17 2,45900 1,100.00;`39 2,300,00 40o.o0 -24 1,96794 300.0x;'27 2,o67.94 597.917`24 2,340.00 597.91;`27 2,340.00 1,038.82#24 1,707.00 1,038,82 X27 1,707.00 86 DOM OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDDIGS Pane 2 TRUCKS - 11, ton Dump (contld) Name of Bidder Type Cayuga Motors Ford 11 It II Ithaca Motors 11 11 TRUCKS - 1 Ton Pickup W. T. Pritchard International if Dodge College Chevrolet Co. Chevrolet Cayuga Motors Ford Ithaca Motors Co. International TRUCKS - 3/4 Ton Pick -up Total Bid Price 2.795.00 2,795.00 2,731.00 2,731.00 1,638.84 1,8p02.43 1,886.00 1,850.50 June q0 1954 ILEA Trade -in MET and taxes 41D paI , 898.00;'x-24 1,897-00 948.027 1,847.00 792.0024 1,939.00 792.00;27 1,939.00 350.00 1,288.84 749.43;x15 1,053,00 638.00415 1,248.00 555.515 1,295-00 W. T. Pritchard Dodge 1,419.5 8 100.00 1,319058 College Chevrolet Chevrolet 1,648.54 462.547,"41 1,186.00 Cayuga Motors Ford 1,721.00 485.0C'r41 1,236.00 Ithaca Motors International 1,582.50 400.00-,,`41 1,182.50 TRUCKS - Ton Pickup W.'T. Pritchard Dodge 1,293.95 250.00qxL22 1,043.95 it 11 1,293-95 250.0(Xr31 1,043-95 College Chevrolet Chevrolet 1,495.71 575.71Jr31 920.00 1,495071 575.71;#22 920.00 Cayuga rotors Ford 1,568.00 690.00,-22 878f00 it it it 1,568. oo 719-00-31 849;00 Ithaca Motors International 1,474.00 500.001122 974.00 ,t 1,474.00 500.0031 97400 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier FL ,SOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway and Water & Sewer Committees for study and report. Carried HAER SUTHEF'LAND: Harry Sutherland appeared and on behalf of himself and other small 'goat owners inquired about the procedure for building and renting boat docks at Stewart Park, Supt. Laverty explained that agreements have been prepared and that when executed by individuals and the rental fee therefor paid and proper liability insurance provided, spaces will 'be assigned and the docks may be built according to specifications. ' STREET LIGHT - GILES STREET:. The Clerk presented a request from Frank Lucente, oUmer of a house at 705 Giles Street, for a street light in this block of Giles St. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried AIR CONDITI%;ING PERMIT• The Clerk presented an application by NHCU for permission to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer in North Tioga Street at the Savings Bank Building, By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the application be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried SEWER ASSESSITTS EXPUNGED PAUL TABER• The Clerk read a letter from Paul Taber requesting that sewer assessments on the east side of Hector Street be expunged as ,follows: $188.00 assessment on 3761 frontage formerly owned by R. J. Carpenter,being lot 29 in block 1 on sewer assessment map 235.00 assessment on 4701 frontage formerly owned by Thomas J. Austin, being lot 28 on block 1 of sewer assessment map and listed as 817 -31 Hector Street. A t J-m� 0 P' Peal-, Trc. Cayucm Tn.,.cxirE- 'lo* roil,7�ge Chevrolnt Co. 'Inc. V- I —f7 s. 6 to o a ndz� nd u I CO Finger raham 1'. trey, 4alter I"f,a,ca, Of. Cemrnl Furv:l C it, Y if It 11 11 11 it ft tl W,,,4ter F-and ithac4� Delivery Tthaca Joiunal-(VeWF, Tnc. The T ha c a n t i n c, Ser,n �-, e u s Konnedy Valve YT Co.,, The Lang., Enc-i-ne Co... 'f'h(, I-p-hiFh VTall"nr it. CO. I- U ttle , -A, �J. 6on T,lacDouf- ' ,cl EarApment Cc, Tnc. r I s a '!:. G. eSom FnjFryer Co. 1,14 I,,-t4 OM? Yoe ,,-tune ive oc- York Stpt�, Elek-t-11-C Stis Ylor!; Telerl-,one Co. L�Oln .sey, C. J. ;- r, itil.r' °,. tv,.,Tr,sey - Ttixca Ccrl-S F Sherwin Cc� rho bocconry Vacu"x (Ii-I coo J. Bo 1310 Y-1: . I-Tn Walton be.st Bre nr&- Fonnc!-,, Corp. City Chamberlain Appro-ed Fir�--Xe C;OYqTIittP(m J f 1. 32 Op 67 "n 3,0,9 5 J 2.. i0 ¢ 011 7 153.31 '4 1,,7 7-L` 1 *' 51 I 9:�l ?l.t 70 3 (5, Q, 7 �n 03, 3r 27 007 33.10 2 17 1*151 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE June 9, 1954 Stuver, Robert J. & Eugenia J. 9911 The Atlantic Refining Co. Inc. 48.29 / Snyder, Gerald R. 264. ?8 Nase, Ralph H. & Pauline 180-93" Rustyak, Joseph & Elizabeth 12.35 'f GENERAL FUND Raymond Hoare & San 15.00^ Ithaca Insurance Agency 27.50 APPROVED BY FINANCE CQMTTEE KARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET June 9, 1954 Duplicating Products,Inc. City Chamberlain T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. � Ihe Ithaca Journal News,lnc. The Ithaca Journal News,Inc. '9m. J. Rvan New York State Electric & Gas L. B. Toimsend City of Ithaca 01ater & Sever M-rs. Lillian Berdan Connolly & Scalia Ithaca Metal Weather Strip Co. Ithaca Floor covering Frank A. Bangs Sinclair Refining Co. Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. A.B.C. Exterminating Co. Corp. Dept.) Delaware - Lackawanna -',lectern R.R.Co. r;lgin Sweeper Co. A.L.Barnum & Son. The J. B. Lang Eng. & Garage Co. Homer Stewart Syracuse Supply Co. Cramer's Auto Parts Empire State Culvert Corp. Vellace Steel & Supply Co. Ames ' ^'elding & Supply Co. numsey- Ithaca Corp. R. F. Pendleton N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. T`:acDougal Equip Co. ,Inc. Fred J. Whiting The Buffalo Sprinfield Roller Brewer & Brown Co. ,Inc. C. J. Rumsey & Co. College 'hevrolet Co.Inc. University Send & Gravel Knight Paving Products,Inc. Tioga Auto Parts Haverstick & Co.Inc. Robnson- Carpenter The 'general Crushed Stone Co. Driscoll Bros. & Co. The "Tells Supply Co. ,Inc. Big George's Express The B. F. Goodrich Co. William H. Quinn N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp, James Lynch Coal Co.,Inc. Ithaca IATi ndow Cleaning Co. B & L Motors Grass Cutting; Equip. & Supply The Seely Feed Stores,Inc. Bruno Fier Priori F. R. C. Forster,M.D. .4. D. Carpenter Co.Inc. Esso Standard Oil Co. Socony- Vacutun Oil Co. TrefflIch's Bird & Animal Co. Co. Co. APPROVED BY S FINANCE COMMITTEE 4.15 --- 8.07-- 4.41-'' 6.00 25.06--/ 133.95... -- 29.94.1 -_. 49,05 -�- 5.00°" 32.15. 288.56 45.16 --,-- 53-50-`--, 319.80 - 14.6o--- 7.00 -- 5.00.-; 304.28- 146.75 29451. 92.9'" 2.2� 135.34 359.99 -°`' 15.00' 17.10 - ¢. 1017.69 -- °: 600. (1,0 ---" 2206.44 18-52----' 8.5 2~ 14.20' °'" 27.32- 89.43'" 19.98,`, 230.53'". 862.66 12.78'" 68.64-e"- 80.45r 1676.14 18-25--o" " 2.45-1-" 14.40,` 30.80 -- 82.00''` _ 78.15''' 2,2.50 -' 1,50.0( -v " 69.00 -1" 22.50....°' 10.00 j- 19.98 74.74 �" 35-58--"4 246.02 68.60" ", . 87 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 June 9, 1954 He noted that his frontage on Hector Street is so far below the road that it is a physical impossibility for these lots to take advantage of the sanitary sewer in Hector Street and that he is about to construct another sewer at his own expense to serve them. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request be approved and that the sewer assessments in the total amount of $423.00 for the respective frontages on Hector Street be and the same hereby are ordered expunged. Carried JOHN DeSANTIS SIDEt,TALK: The Clerk read a letter from John DeSantis, 517 Linn St., calling attention to the deterioration of his sidewalk alleged to be caused by reason of the street level being higher than the walk. He requested the City to replace his walk. On recommendation of Commissioner Gaurnier, the request was referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and the Superintendent of Public Works was directed to inspect the condition and present his findings to the Highway Committee. WATER & SEWER SERVICE - W. C OURT STREET: A letter from John LoPinto, Attorney for Paul Lancini et al, which was addressed to City Assessor Thorne was presented and read by the Clerk. Mr. LoPinto questioned the incomplete assessment of the ., Mancini property at 902 West Court Street since water and sewer facilities are not .; available and inquired when such services will be made available. The letter was considered as a request for water and sewer services. "t By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried MRS. WM -LEAVE OF ABSLNCE: The Clerk presented a request by Pairs. Lamb, typist in the Clerk's office, for a three -week leave of absence, along with one week of paid vacation time due her, covering the period June 19th. through July 17th. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Ggunnier RESOLVED, that the request be approved and that in addition to the week of paid vacation time due her she be granted a three -week leave of absence without pay as requested. Carried By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be authorized to hire such temporary help as may be needed during Mrs. Lambts absence. Carried RIGLTT OF WAY --CRESCENT PLACE: Attorney Dahmen reported that he is negotiating for a right -of -way of approximately 133' over the property of Jack F. & Susan Thompson property on Crescent Place for the proposed 8" water main to serve the South Hill ?^Tater District and that the owners feel that they should be paid for such a right - of -slay since it in no way benefits them. He expressed the hope that it can be o` -tai_ned for $100.00 By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the sum of $100.00 be approved for the purchase of this right -of- way; and that the City Attorney be authorized to continue negotiations. Carried In this respect Attorney Dahmen made a progress report of his negotiations with the D. L. & W. R.R.Co, for a similar right -of -way on their property. DOLENICO C11FAGNA - LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Supt. Laverty presented a request from Domenico Campagna for a leave of absence for four months without pay starting July 19th. He recommended that it be granted. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that a leave of absence for four months without pay, starting July 19th. be granted Domenico Campagna as requested. Carried BIDS - COAL: Supt. Laverty requested authorization to advertise for bids on coal. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to advertise for bids on coal as requested, Carried N.Y.S. i,LECTi IC & GAS CO - GAS riAij1S• By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request of N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. for the extension of an 8" low pressure gas main in Highland Avenue be granted. Carried. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 June 9, 1954 W. STATE STREET: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that after investigation the Highway Committee does not recommend repaving of the 500 block of West State St. at this time. He explained that when it is repaved that abutting property owners *rill be required to replace old sewer services with new cast iron soil pipe and water services with new copper pipe which cost at this time has been estimated at a minimum of $140, and as high as $500. in some cases. He stated that the Committee does not feel that property owners should be subjected to such an expense at this time and therefore recommend that action of repaving be delayed. AIR CONDITIONING PEFTJT - 109 E. STATE ST. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request of the Good Friend Shop, 109 E. State Street, for permission to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer be denied inasmuch as there is a storm sewer available at this location, Carried BIDS - OFFICE FURNITURE: Commissioner Egan reported that, at the request of the Council, recommendation on the bids received for office furniture April 28th. is being withheld at this time. HARRY SUTHERLAND: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the request presented by Harry Sutherland on iiay 26th. to operate a motor boat cruiser from Stewart Park be granted for the present year on the basis that two of the approved docks be used, which docks shall be subject to regulations of the Board of Public Works and constructed at a location to be designated by the Superintendent; and subject to Mr. Sutherland's providing liability insurance acceptable to the City Attorney. Carried STEWART PARK IMPROVEITENTS: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings & Grounds Committee recommends to the Board that the Superintendent be authorized to develop a comprehensive program of permanent improvements in Stewart Park to include a wading and spray pool, an improved zoo, a concession stand, an open pavilion, a dock into the lake, and improvements to the band stand, By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Buildings & Grounds Committee be accep- ted and approved; and that the Superintendent be authorized and directed to develop such a program. Carried Commissioner Saperstone recommended that the Stewart Park Commission be advised of this action since the improvements may have to be financed from th4 Stewart Park Trust Fund, It was agreed that the program together with cost estimates be first developed for subsequent submission to the Stewart Park Commission. AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried MAYORSt CONFERENCE: riayor Cook announced his appointment of Commissioner Caurnier as the Board member to attend meetings of the Mayorst Conference to be held in rionticello, N. Y. on June 16.,18. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. a. &amd Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk ti 89' BO 'r:l Or . T.3I.J'_; ) ii`i F':'0 . )I ^S CITY OF ITH CA, N. Y. e;ularP,eeting 4:30 . .!'. June 21, 1954 • T: , iyor - Cook rlommissioners - Clynes, Saperstone, Tgan end C'aurnier lder•men - Dickens +,torney - Dahmen Ault. of Public Works - Laverty sst. to Supt. - "ich ,nLineer - Cass .Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh LINUTES: I:inutes of the preceding meeting were July approved. fiTER SEi:VICE - G20:GE 'T. SHr PE: Mr. George '1. Sharpe appeared before the Boal d and presented a reouest for water service to serve a. proiosed subdivision of ten 34k lots outside the City on the Trumansburg Road owned by him. Mayor Cook advised him that all requests for water service outside the City must first be presented to the Town Supervisor and that therefore he should present his request first to Supervisor Gordon and subsequently to the Water & Sewer Committee. T7LEV13FN -CLT: - . i-LPT5: e 'i. 51 »-,C' `_'TS: The Cleric read a letter from the Television Shop requesting permission to set a permanent pole in place of the temporary one on the northwest corner of Plain end W. Seneca Ste. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded s)y Commissioner Lgan 0LV7D, that the request be granted provided that a standard 30 ft. creosoted pole, as used by the utilities, be used; and that all control boxes of television cables throughout the city be raised to 8 feet off the ground. Carried AGR 1ENT - CH'r-_CH Ti.I: 3c. " CaT77,RY LOT: Attorney Dahmen presented a proposed agreement between the City and Kerr !tkinson regarding work to be lone on the Church-Atkinson lot in the City Cemetery. He recommended its approval. Jae By Commissioner :gan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier �```"'�^'T L`'C FLSOLVED, that the agreement as. presented be approved an-1 that the Iayor and 1 City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried F. 2, B?'CH _ T?ORFI•ipN: Superintendent Laverty reported that Frank., lin R. Beach had successfully passed a civil service examination for the position of Equipment Mechanic Foreman end therefore recommended his probational appoint- ment to such position at the rate of ,1.85 per hour plus the usual bonus. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner -gen F:ESOLVM, that the probational appointment of ':'ranklin F. Beech as Lquipment Mechanic Foreman at the rate of .31.85 per hour plus the usual bonus be and hereby is approved. Carried BIDS I''TiFD ,D - CAT.L & TRUCKS_: By Commissioner C,aurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan • R:,SOLVM, that the low bids for motor vehicles as submitted by the respective bidders be and hereby are accepted and awarded as follows: Type Auto No, Bidder Net 3id 1 4-door Sedan Economy Motor Sales 1,140.00 1 Business Coupe 30 ?Tm. T. Pritchard 744.74 1 2-ton dump truck !=39 College Chevrolet Co. 2,134.00 1 3/4-ton pickup truck "41 Ithaca Motors Co. 1,182.50 1 1/2-ton pickup truck "31 Cayuga Motors Co. 849.00J A.fl B7 IT FiTr197 IS SOLVED, that the Council be requested to authorize the transfer of the sum of ; 6,220.24, which inr:l.0 s 4xtrn in ti;•_ 2in^unt of $170,00 _" r pc r r stc-;ring n ' hr^-k.:s bn the 4-door sedan, from Capital Reserve Fun.' #5, Public Works Equipment, to pay for this equipment. Carried 90 ,J; 1954 - Page 2 STREET LIGHTS - TURNER PLACE: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the New York State Electric & Gas Corporation be authorized to increase the size of the street lights at the corners of Turner Place and South Hill Terrace and Hillview Place and South Hill Terrace from 1,000 lumen to 2,500 lumen at an annual cost to the City of $14.00 in accordance with their letter dated June 21, 1954. Carried JOHN DE SANTIS SIDEWALK: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the City Engineer had investigated the complaint received from John De Santis, 517 Linn Street, re- garding the condition of his sidewalk and after making a survey reports that "the construction of the curb and gutter in no way affected the sidewalk, and that the City has no responsibility in regard to the sidewalk. " By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the report of the City Engineer be accepted and that the City Clerk be directed to notify Mr. De Santis of the Engineer's findings in this matter. Carried WATER & SEWER SERVICE - NEST COURT STREET: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request for extension of water and sewer services to the property at 902 West Court Street owned by Paul Mancini et al be granted subject to the existing rules and regulations of the Board of Public Works; and that the Superintendent be authorized to explain the Board's requirements to Mr. Mancini. Carried BIDS AWARDED - AUTOS & TRUCKS: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the low bids for motor vehicles as submitted by the respective bidders be and hereby are accepted and awarded as follows: Type Auto No. Bidder Net Bid 1 Suburban type auto # 7 Wm. T. Pritchard 997.71 1 2-ton dump truck #17 College Chevrolet Co. 2,134.00 1 1-ton pickup truck #15 College Chevrolet Co. 1,053.00 1 1-ton pickup truck #22 Cayuga Motors Co. 878.00 2 11-ton dump trucks #24 and #27 College Chevrolet Co. 3,414.00 AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to authorize the transfer of the sum of $2,134.00 from Capital Reserve Fund #8, Water & Sewer Department Equipment, to pay for the 2-ton dump truck. Carried WHCU AIR CONDITIONING PERMIT: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the application to empty air conditioning effluent into the sanitary sewer in North Tioga Street at the Savings Bank, which was presented by x WHCU, be denied since this air conditioning unit is already connected to the storm ._ • sewer. Carried GREELEY & HANSEN REPORT: Commissioner Saperstone called attention to the survey made several years ago by Greeley & Hansen regarding the City's sewer plant and its capacity and their report of findings in this respect. He recommended that this report be reviewed and brought up to date at this time. He was advised by Commissioner Gaurnier that this report had been discussed earlier in the day and several times recently in discussing annexation problems. BIDS - OFFICE FURNITURE: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the low bid submitted by T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Company for desks to be used in the Council Chambers be referred to the Common Council for consideration, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board calls attention of the Council to the following resolution of the Board dated September 23, 1953: "RESOLVED, that the survey of the floor space in City Hall as presented be transmitted to the Common Council; and that the Common Council be informed that, for the purposes of the Board, the present arrangement of tables in the Council Chambers is preferable to that of using small desks." Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are •!pproved and ordered reniered Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORK PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET JUNE 239 1954 New York Telephone Co. George A. Blean $ 46.11 `" Phillips Ribbon & Carbon Co., William J, Pyle Inc. 20 �p��r. 18.2 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 15.00 19.29 1�/� Francis J. Laverty 43.10 L. J. Gaurnier 18.60 tom' American Public Works Assoc. 10.00«" Mack's Photo Copies 4.11'" Wakeman F. Sherwood 53,74 Leon H. Cass 38.20 0 zalid 5.40 b '" Donahue- Halveraan Inc. 2$ :44 e, --°W" Sinclair Refiz#ng ".Co. 160.25 f Elgin Sweeper Co. 13.92 Elgin Sweeper Co. 2151 The Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. 21.16,;-, - Herman's Royal Tire Service 3348 Ithaca Auto Gear & Auto Parts co., Inc. 2.24 � College Chevrolet Co., Inc. 62.21 Andy Seyring 11. 26 . Brewer & Brown Co., Inc. 37.02 Sturm Bros. 30.90 , Knight Paving Products, Inc. 446, 49 = ,,�:.. The General Crushed Stone Co. 2,0 1.30.1 H. D. Beaemer 81.00 Montgomery Ward & Co. 99 e Ithaca Delivery 3,18 ✓ Cortright Electric 17.00k ' New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 9.08.: City Chamberlain , 50 4 MoQuire Gardens 48.00 *`°� New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 75.48 .` Grass Cutting Equipment Co., Inc. -' 38.41 -" Ithaca Coop. G. L. F. Service Inc. 62.0 "' The General Crushed Stone Co. 1,666.3 X° Socony Vacuum Oil Co. 282.64" Sinclair Fefining Co. 24.80 So cony Vacuum oil Co. 97 . Ithaca Delivery 2. 5 A-," APPROVED BY FINANCE COM!4ITTEE f BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVA$LE June 23, 1954 U. S. Navy $ 260.00 U. S. Regional Plant 73:50 Cornell University 79500;00 Kuntz, Samuel 10.00 First National Bank 10.00 Wells, Aaron et al 10.00 Pollio, Elvira Y. 20.00 Atsedes, Peter 30.00 Ithaca Savings Bank 10.00 Atsedes, George 10.00 Martin, Naomi 10.00 Boronkay, John L. & Elsie 10.00 Teachers Ins. & Annuity Co. of America 10.00 Gilbert Est. 10.00 City of Ithaca 25.00 Finger Lakes State Parks Com. 18.75 State of New York (Biggs Memorial Hospital) 15.72 Town of Ithaca (Pendleton) 36. ?8 City of Ithaca (General Fund) 141.29 Phi Epsilon Pi 60.14 Schickel, Norbert H. 69o.64 Nichols, M. L. 2182 Golder, A. J. 175.47 Griffin, Thomas P. 6.12 Hill, G. A. 16.78 Wilcox, Bertram 6.39 Wilkinson, W. B. 91.41 Morgan, Thomas W. & Lillian A. 8.29 Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 72.38 Bush, Martin & Lenke I. 169.78 Odd Fellows State Home 320.00 Bassanelli, State D. & Ethlyn 82.23 Judway, Theodore P. 82.23 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE * iru z` Water and sewer F-mnd Iinroices presented for audit June 23, 1.954 Approved Finance Committee Allen, John To 6*79 Allen, John To 9 17 Atlantic Tug & Equip, Co,, Inc, 25:76 Bealsy McCarthy & Rogers, Inc, 14-11 Besemer, H. Do 153.00 College Chevrolet Co., Inc, 13.2-6 Cramer's Auto Parts 41.41 Fisher Scientific Co. 11.60 Frost, Joseph N.., M,D, 10:98 General Cherical Division 668.70 Graham, L. L. 180.00° Haverstick & Co., Inc. 171:39 Head, Henry R. 10063 ✓ Hull Heating & Plumbing Co. 16,39 Ithaca Coop., G.L.F. Ser7ice, Inc. 4.40 Le" Ithaca Delivery 2.55 Ithaca Printing Service 223*90 John Wiley Jones Co. 552-00 Kline's Pharmacy 4.28 Miller's T*G.j Sons Paper Cc, 18.18 Neptune Meter Co. 359-10 New York State Ele c. & Gas Corp. 1450.27 New York Telephone Co. 29-70 Personius., Carl 5.74 Rodgers Motor Lines, Inc, 232:30 Root's Express 17.94. Soyring,, Andy 12:00 Universal Concrete Pine Co. 744.00 Vasco Products Co. 14.21 Virginia Smelting Cc. 182,24 Water Leak Detector Co, 10c; 25 Wheatonts Sheet Metal Shop 5'2:00 Wilson, Hudson J,, M*D, 12900 5064.25 City Chamberlain 2.90'/'" Edgar Davenport 25-00 Approved Finance Committee BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE July 14, 1954 Morse Chain Co. $ 175.00 Graham, Leland L. n B R. (rev. CtWJ " 6.12 7.58 Hunt, Ernest A. & Marjorie 6.12 Cornell University 36.80 Knapp, Peter M. & Ruth E. 4.38 Sloughter, Elwyn S. 8.29 Marvin, Ralph 2.82 Sinclair Refining Co. 4.38 State of New York (Biggs Memorial Hospital) 112.98 State of New York (Biggs Memorial Hospital) 9.80 City of Ithaca (Police Dept.) 2.43 Forest Home Water District 276.50 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 19.60 General Fund State of New York ( Biggs Hospital ) 82.50 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE i 1 i` Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit July 14, 454, Baffler Lumber and Supply Co. Inc` 4 145.78 Beals, McCarthy & nogers Inc, 270,66 Bickham Levi Cayuga Coo 8035 amber 58080 Cramer Ia Auto Parts 12.07 Dresser Manufacturing Division 7.76 Driscoll Bros. & Co. 1,3 *23 Finger Lalms Chemical Co. 5.94 Goodrich, The B. F. Co. 49.50 Grahams L• L. 279.00 Grey, Waltir E. 27.65 Haverstick & Co, Inc. 5 *24 Head, Henry 11. 3.22 Ho.iyoke Machine Co. 7050 Ithaca, City of, General Fund 166.58 a It e n n 1509.16 Ithaca Delivery 11.40 Ithaca Insurance Agency 224.08 Jack's Glass Shop 1051 Jamieson- McKinney Co. Inc. 544.18 Jones, John Wiley Co. 414*00 Little, A. M. & Son 14035 Miller's.., '1', G. Sons Paper Co. 1.62 Neptune deter Co. 359.10 New York State I'`lectric & Gas Corp. - 517.49 New York Telephone Co. 34972 Yo.aard, Joseph G. Go. Im. 32.76 Remington - Rand Inc. 11075 Robinson & Carpenter . 54*79 hothschild's "Xasey, C. J.& Co. 20.19 �•. Simplex Valve & Deter Co. 33.59 °` Stallmn of Ithaca, Inc. 548.69. � Stewart, Hoarser 83 030 " Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 32.70 Cook F1 a � 10050 Tompkins County Memorial hospital 5 7.2,4 Sturr;q 3 r o s City Chamberlain Approved Finance Committee BOARD OF PUBLIO ` ORKB AUDIT SHEET J7-117 l4, 1954 Ann '0 S Ithaca Printing Service Burro -ughs Corp. �'ew York Telephone Co. City 011amberlai;11 F. J. Laverty T.G, Miller's Sons Paper Co. Economq Motor Sales J. G. Pritchard & Son Ecomo,, • Motor Sales Norton Electric Co. Win. J. Ryan !V'ew York State Electric & Gas Corp. L. B. Townsend Li1-3an Berdan O zaiid C. J. Rxnsey & Co. A. A-. Little & Son Ithaca Window Cleaning Co A. B. C. Exterminating Co Elgin Swearer Company The J. B. Lang Engine & Gara¢e Co Craner's Auto Parts Brewer & Brow. Co. , Inc. A. L. Bsrnixn &. Son C onno 1 ly & Scalia Tioga Auto Parts Andy Soyring Syracuse Supply Co. Fred J. Whiting Coverall Service & S"zpnl -y Co. R. F. Pendleton University Sand &: Gravel ..ew York State Electric & Gas Corp Karl L. Phillips Inc. Goodyear Service Stores The Springfield Buffalo Roller Co. Highway Materials Co., Inc. Cayuga Lumber Co.mpar_y° Carl Crandall The DeVil'bi.ss Co. Pic Douga Il- Butler Co., Inc. The General Crushed Stone Co. Knight Pavir4g Products Co. ?3omer St ewart Brewer & Brown Co., Inc. Gregg Fire Eqi 1° p cent Co. Fran. A. Bangs Ithaca Journal .Tewes Inc '?ational melding The Pe :etone Co. J. I. Holcolmb Mfg. Co. Genesee 6i-oinp, Cloth Co., Inc. Frank A. Bangs Janes Lynch Coal Co., Inc. Ithaca T,lotors r7orton Electric Co. New York State Electric & Gas Corp. Jilliam :i. 'airm Ireland ,.ril' & Sup^ly Co. , Inc. Ireland. Mil , & Sup ,ly Co. , Inc. PROCEEDINGS $ 36.57 9.50 6.00 74 45 6.4G 14. o0 .99 1, 31:.00 16.30 29.71 23. U . 4 143.79 24.99 5.00 1,.2r, 201.25 ^0 a /� 7.00, 315.05 10.x0 'S. r,4 41.90 2.57 24.62 201.65 37.44 F�. )o 725.00 1, 116.71 2,202'. S8 S'-'.90 21.37 1.35 5.00 �9g5 20.0'7 545.73 559, g0 1,15. 5 6,771-01 65.39 30.63 14.25 8.50 6.70 14. oo 12�.a3 - 50 73.09 33.05 1 17.85 1, 192.50 4.25 S4. 3oc 30.9 .11 2y�;.5b BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEILDINGS AUDIT SHEET JULY 14, 1954 White Yurseries $ 2.75 Van Natta Office Equipment Co., Inc. 57.39 Jw...es C. Avery 15.00 Ko,af Brothers 156.25 City of Ithaca(Wat er & Sewer Div.) l4l. 29 Wallace Steel & Sup-nly Co. 43.56 Starner Sporting Goods 17.25 Baker Lumber & Supply Co., Inc. 25,90 Grass Cutting ES-dpment Co. 10.56 Bessie L. Park 16.31 B. & L. Motors 75.00 City of I i hacca( Water & Sewer Div) 99.39 F. R. C. Forster, M. D. 21.60 F. R. C. Forster, M. D. 4.00 Self Insurers Service Bureau, Inc. 9.70 Robinson & Carpenter 33.4J Socony Vamixit Oil Co. F. Inc. �4 -7i0 40.95 Ithaca Coop. G. L. Service Casa Motor Sales Corp. 94a'.Oo PROVED/B7 FINA1T0E 0014...ITTEE G^� PARK LID7GU�RDS: Commissioner Sa.p.,rstun�_ criticize-,!. th, lack of life - guarOs on duty after 12:30 P.P. on Sun:'ay, June 20, 1954 when many chill -Iron woro using the bathing b_,a.ch. Mayor Cook a?visod him that this con_'ition has boon �crrccto'.. 3';RGHOLT? TRACT: Commissioner Saperstono inquired if any ^ction has been t kun to have the Bcrgholtz Tract taken into the City as a part of Stow,.rt Park. Ho w ,-,.s -.,'vise_] by the City Attorney that no such action has b,.:en taken but that it is not ill-,gal for the City to own lan:)s outsi'e its corporate limits. ST ,`1 RT PPRK TRUST FUND: Commissioner Sa.p;,rstonc; roquesto,' that hc; be notific,' by th._: City Attorney when the Tompkins County Trust Company files a j&icial account- ing of the Stewart Park Trust Fungi' so th ^t he may be present to raise some quostiens Ho was <=r�vised by the Ittorney that the Trust Company cannot be compelloO legally to notify the City of such filing but agreed to ask Mr. Burns for such notifica- tion. SIrJ'DZ ING POOL: Commissioner Saperstone r;:commen� ed. that swimming pool sites in the Borgholtz Tract be surveyed and stur'ied by the Buildings & Grounds Committee:. He was 'vised by Mayor Cook to present his recommendations in this matter to the Committee for investigation. On motion the mooting was a.djourno,!. George A. Blcan City Clerk Regular Meeting BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITRACA,N.Y. 4:30 p.m. PRESENT: Commissioners - Saperstone, Clynes, Egan and Gaurnier Alderman - Dickens Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh July 14, 1954 In the absence of both Mayor Cook and Vice Chairman Colbert, Commissioner Saperstone presided as Acting Chairman. MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS- GUNITING SIX FILE CREEK WALLS: The following three bids for guniting a portion of Six rule Creek Walls were received, opened and read by the Clerk: Name of Bidder Gunite Associates, Inc. Syracuse,N.Y. National Gunite Corporation Boston, Mass. Pressure Concrete Co. Newark, New Jersey Bid Price $9.60 per bag 8.60 .r it 8.15 " ►' By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Creeks & Bridges Committee for study and report. Carried WATER SERVICS - GEORGE SHARPE: The Clerk read a letter from Harry N. Gordon, Town of Ithaca Supervisor, requesting permission for the installation of a 2" water service line to serve the George Sharpe subdivision of the Trumansburg Road outside the city limits. Commissioner Saperstone reported that this request has been approved by the Water & Sewer Committee. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be and hereby is approved. Carried MERRY -GO -ROUND CONCESSION: The Clerk read a letter from Robert L. Cochran requesting that his concession for the operation of a merry -go -round and miniature steam train at Stewart Park be renewed for an additional three years under the present terms. By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for investigation and report. Carried PFRCY FIELD RATES: The Clerk read a letter from the Upstate Athletic Club,Inc. criticizing the fee established by the Board for the use of Percy Field for wrestling matches and other types of professional sports. It was requested that the fee be readjusted to a flat fee of $100.00 per night. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee with power. Carried BAST HILL - TOURIST SIGITS: The Clerk read a letter from East Hill Merchants Association requesting permission to erect three signs four feet long and six inches wide reading "Tourist Homes" with an arrow pointing to the East Hill area. The letter indicated that one sign would be located at the corner of Dryden Road and Oak Avenue, one at the northeast corner of Mitchell Street and College Avenue and the other at southwest corner of this same intersection. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried =.w z 0 (� BOARD OF PUBLIC 14ORKS PROCyEDINGS Page 2 July 14, 1954 E. GREJ,N STREET PARKING AREA: The Clerk read a letter from James F. O'Connor, regarding the proposed parking lot on the former Lang property on E. Green Street to be operated by Ithaca merchants Park" N Shop,Inc., which he represents. The corporation requested the City to take charge of the lot, prepare it for use as a parking area, and bill the corporation for the expense thereof on the basis of time and materials. Upon inquiry, Attorney Dahmen ruled that it would be illegal for the City to undertake such work on private property. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Co s 'on pr Cl RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to tKL�' �� s { Coammit`ee for investigation and report. Carried STREET LIGHT - GIISS STREET: Supt. Laverty presented a report on the cost of an additional street light in the 700 block of Giles Street. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved and ordered paid; and that the bills receivable be-and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried STEWART PARU TRUST FUND: Commissioner Saperstone inquired if the City.Attorney had been notified of the judicial accounting to be made on the Stewart Park Trust Fund. Attorney Dahmen informed him that Mr. Wm. H. Burns, President of the Tompkins County Trust Company, had advised him that both the Attorney and Mr. Saperstone would be notified in due time. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk 94 S ,e P ID ca � e 9 S - 'y, n T r7i E C0114ON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. Special Meeting 7:30,p.m, July 28, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Aldermen - Johnson, Graves, Wilkinson, Dickma, Gibson, Connolly, Adams, Komaromi, Visnyei, Gentle and Scott Comm. of Public Works » Egan, Colbert, Saperstone, Planning Board Comm. - Price, Taber, Brown, Osborn Supervisors - Flynn, Shoemaker, Vail, Hall, Conley Attorney - Dahmen Police Commissioner - Stallman Assessor & B1dg.Corm r.- Thorne City Historian - Stevens Supt. of Public Wks. - Laverty City Engineer - Cass Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh Gaurnier, Bradford, C2jnes MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. Mayor Cook opened the meeting by explaining it was a special meeting for the purpose of hearing reports from the County Relations Committee and the special committee appointed at the last meeting to study the city's tree problem, and for such other business as might properly come before the Council at this time. STATE TRAFFIC COEMISSION LETTER: The Clerk read a letter from the N.Y.State Traffic Commission advising that recent legislation, effective July 1, 1954, provides a penalty for failure to obey "USE LO' °JER GEAR" signs on State highways. The letter advised that an order had been issued to the State Department of Public Works covering the erection of side- mounted signs at two locations on the South Aurora Street Hill to comply with the law. CITY J&:J& REPORT: The Clerk read a report on the condition of the-City Jail, inspected on June 10, 1954, filed by the N.Y.State Commission of Correction. The report was accepted and ordered filed. CITY JUDGE: The Clerk read a letter from City Judge, Edward J. Casey, requesting authorization to attend the Moran Institute on Delinquency and Crime to be held at St. Lawrence University, Canton, N.Y. during the period August 15th. to 21st. By Alderman Wilkinson: seconded by Alderman Gibson RESOLVED, that the request be approved; and that Judge Casey be authorized to attend at City expenses as requested. Carried VACATION & SICK LEAVE: The Clerk read a letter from Donald J. O'Connor, business representative of Int. Assoc. of Machinists Union, criticizing lack of action on the part of the City in respectto overtime pay, sick leave and vacation policies as it applies to hourly paid employees in the Department of Public Works. Mr. O'Connor, who was present, reviewed the letter in great detail. Mayor Cook advised that the Special Committee and the Charter & Ordinance Committee have respective phases of these problems under study and expressed his confidence that reports will be forthcoming in the future. EXCROFILMING RECORDS: The Clerk read a letter from City Historian Stevens calling attention to the possible loss of vital and historic records of the City and their lack of availability for reference. He recommended that a committee be appointed to confer with a similar committee from the Board of Supervisors to evolve a subsidiary organization with power to equip, house and maintain a suitable unit in which public or private records may be photostated or mycro- filmed and permanently retained for reference. Mayor Cook reactivated a committee appointed in 1952 to make a similar study. He named Alderman Wilkinson to replace former Alderman Hall and named Alderman Johnson as a new member, together with the City Attorney and City Clerk. TUNING FORK & ROUTE 13-BY-PASS: Mayor Cook presented three letters urging Council consideration of the Thorne proposal for an alternate for Route 13 by -pass as it affects the City. It was moved by Alderman Wilkinson, seconded by Alderman Adams and carried that the letters be received and read at the adjourned session of this meeting with other official Boards. TAX EXEMPT PROPERTY: Alderman Gibson reported that he found it was not necessary for the Supervisors to take any action in regard to publishing a list of tax exempt property inasmuch as it is felt that the provisions of the tax law are being complied with by publishing this information in a condensed tabulated form. 0: see COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Page 2 July 28, 1954 By Alderman Graves: seconded by Alderman Connolly RESOLVED, that the sum of $500.00 be appropriated from the Contingent Fund for the purpose of publishing a complete detailed last of tax exempt property in the City. Ayes: 3 - Graves, Connolly and Visnyei Nays: 7 - Johnson, Wilkinson, Dickens, Gibson, Adams, Gentle and Scott Not voting: 1 - Komar=i Motion Defeated TREE PROBLEM: Alderman Wilkinson reported that at a meeting with Board of Public Works representatives it was pointed out that the Superintendent has recently made an organizational realignment which will permit the Forester to devote his full time to the tree problem and at the request of the Board the Committee had agreed to waive any immediate concern of the tree problem for the present. He noted that the Board had asked that the Superintendent be notified in writing of any bad tree conditions and advised the Aldermen to follow this practice. He asked that the Committee be continued and the Mayor agreed. JUDSON HILL - YOUTH BUREAU DIRECTOR: Mayor Cook announced his appointment of Judson Hill as Youth Bureau Director, effective August 1, 1954, on a provisional basis pending a competitive civil service examination for the position to be held in the future. He stated that Mr. Hill has been recommended by the Youth Bureau Advisory Council and asked the Council's confirmation of his appointment. By Alderman Gibson: seconded by Alderman Dickens RESOLVED, that the Mayor's appointment of Judson Hill as Director of the Youth Bureau, effective August 1, 1954, be and hereby is approved and confirmed. Carried The meeting was adjourned and the Mayor announced a recess until 8:30 p.m. at which time it would be reconvened. Auz COFMINED MEETING - COMMON COUNCIL, BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PLANNING BOARD AND CITY SUPERVISORS Adjourned special meeting 8:30 p.rn. July 28. 1954 In addition to the City officials listed, several citizens and residents of the Fall Creek, Bryant Tract and other sections of the city were present. Mayor Cook announced that the purpose of this meeting was to discuss and acquaint members of all the official city Boards with the various phases of the Tuning Fork and the Route 13 by -pass. He advised that it was not in any sense a public hearing on these matters. He assured interested persons who were present that such a public hearing would be held at some future time at which all would have a chance to present their views. He then asked the Clerk to read letters which he had received regarding these problems. Letters were read from residents of the Bryant Tract area, the Fall Creek area, and the City Federation of Women's Clubs. All endorsed the Thorne Plan and urged its submission for approval. Mayor Cook then called on Superintendent Laverty who reviewed the history of the State's arterial plan for the City of Ithaca from 1946 to date. Mayor Cook advised that the latest estimate of the cost of the Tuning Fork was $960,000.00 one -half of which must be borne by the City. Considerable support of the Thorne alternate plan for Route 13 by -pass was registered while it was pointed out by others that the Federal government will not participate in it because of a railroad crossing and that therefore the State will not approve it. By Alderman Wilkinson: seconded by Alderman Scott RESOLVED, that the Thorne plan be presented by the Common Council to the State Department of Public Works for consideration and official action regarding its acceptance and inclusion in the arterial plans for the City of Ithaca. Carried Supervisor Hall recommended that the Council's stand in the matter be made known to Assemblyman Ashberry and Congressman Taber. Mayor Cook then announced his appointment of a committee consisting of one member each from the official bodies gathered at this meeting. The Committee was comprised of the following: James Conley, Supervisor; Don Price, Planning Board; Robert Wilkinson, Common Council; L. J. Gaurnier, Board of Public Works. He recommended that the Committee study the cost and other phases of the arterial plan as they develop and report their findings to the Council. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, C3 tv C1 F±rk 6 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDD GS CITY OF ITHACA,N.Y. • 0 .m. July 28, 1954 Regular Meeting 4:30 p PRESENT- Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Colbert, Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Dickens and Johnson Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Wks. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: hinutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - PAINTING THURSTON AVENUE BRIDGE: The following two bids for painting Thurston Avenue Bridge over Fall Creek were received, opened and read by the Clerk. Bid Price on Bid price on Name of Bidder One coat of Second coat of paint paint The Standard Engineering Corp., Albany, N.Y. $12,025.00 $4,092.00 The Binghamton Service & Painting Co., Binghamton,N.Y. 3,247.00 1,900.00 By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by CormTi.ssioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Creeks & Bridges Committee for study and. report. Carried BIDS - BITUF. %IOUS COAL: The following two bids for the purchase of 100 tons of bituminous coal were received, opened and read by the Clerk. N ,qme of Bidder South Side Coal & Oil Co. Perry Coal Company Bid Price $10.20 per ton 10.10 " it By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried TUNING FORK & RT. 13 BY -PASS: Mr. John C. Burns, a member of the Traffic Committee of the Ithaca Taxpayers' Association, appeared before the Board and recommended that the Tuning Fork phase of the arterial plan be turned down in the interests of safety. Mayor Cook advised Mr. Burns that no action.on the matter would be taken at this time and assured him that at least a public hearing on the matter would be held before final action is taken, and a public referendum if the Common Council so decides. TREE- PLEA30T STREET: The Clerk read a notice of an alleged dangerous condition of a tree in front of the premises at 226 Pleasant Street. The complaint was signed by Lawrence J. Robbins and Albert V. Baldini of 226 and 228 Pleasant Street respectively. Commissioner Egan reported that the Superintendent advises that it is the opinion_ of the City Forester that the tree is in good condition and that he has had this opinion confirmed.by an independent forester. He therefore recommended that the Superintendent be directed to notify the complainants to that effect. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the report and recommendation as presented be accepted and approved; and that the Superintendent be directed to notify the complainants accordingly. Carried D. L.-& W. R.R. CO. - RT /WAY AGREETENT: ---The Clerk presented a right -of -way agreement received from the D. L. & W. R.R.Co. covering the installation of an 8" water main and two manholes in, under and across the tracks, right-of-way and property of the Railroad Company on South H ill in the vicinity of Crescent Place. Attorney Dahmen reviewed the agreement and noted its being a. five -year agreement with the Company reserving the right to terminate it on ninety days written notice and in addition that it provides for a fee payment of $18.00 per annum. He further pointed out that the annual fee should be incorporated in future contracts with South Hill Water District and that the five -year term provided also be noted in such contracts hereafter. He recommended approval of the agreement. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 July 28, 1954 By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier WHEREAS, an agreement between the D. L. & W. R.R.Co. and the City of Ithaca, permitting the City of Ithaca to construct and thereafter to maintain and operate an eight (811) inch water main and two (2) manholes in, under and across the tracks, right-of-way and the property of the Railroad Company at a point 1408 feet north of the Railroad Company's Mile Post 242, has been presented for approval, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the said agreement be and the same hereby is approved; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City of Ithaca. Carried BIDS - GUNITING SIX MILE CREEK WALL: Supt, Laverty reported that the Creeks & Bridges Committee had approved the awarding of the contract for guniting walls in Six Mile Creek to the Pressure Concrete Company in accordance with the terms of their low bid of $8.15 per bag of cement used and that the work has already boon started. By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the action of the Committee be and hereby is approved and con- firmed; and that contract be awarded to the Concrete Pressure Company in accor- dance with the terms of their low bid as submitted. Carried F. J. LAVERTY - VACATION: Supt. Laverty announced his intention of being absent on vacation from August 2nd. to August 10th. SE74ER RENTAL BILL: The Superintendent presented a letter from the City Chamber- lain advising that a sewer rental bill of $280.00 for the year July 1, 1952 to July 1, 1953 against the U.S. Naval Armory remains unpaid. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee with power. Carried UNIVERSITY SAND & GRAVEL COMPANY: Supt. Laverty reported on a serious condition in Six Nile Creek, the source of the city's drinking water supply, resulting from the washing operations of the University Sand & Gravel Company near Brooktondale. He explained that water taken from the creek is used to wash the sand and gravel and returned to the creek carrying a heavy load of fine silt. He recommended that immediate and drastic action be taken to stop this procedure both in pumping the water out of the creek and returning this very heavy silt load back into the creek above our reservoirs because this is ultimately going to put an abnormal silt load on the creek and hasten the filling in of the reservoirs. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee, the County Health Commissioner and the City Attorney for immediate action. Carried INLET RETAINING WALL: City Engineer Cass reported that on Monday night, July 26, 1954, a section of the Inlet wall in the rear of 315 Taughannock Blvd. had tumbled into the Inlet. He further reported that this wall had been built by the State Department of Public Works when the Inlet was widened and that he had called the matter to the attention of Mr. Pearce, District State Engineer. He recommended that formal action be taken to notify the State Department of Public Works of this condition. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Board approve the recommendation of the City Engineer; and that the State Department of Public Works be notified that a section of their wall has tumbled into the Inlet. Carried GILES STRT,,ET- STREET LIGHT: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the installation of an additional 2,500 lumen street light in the 700 block of Giles Street be approved; and that the street light at the intersection of Giles and Bridge Street be increased from 1,000 to 2,500 lumens at an annual cost of $37.50. Carried EAST HILL - TOURIST SIGNS: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request of the East Hill Merchants Association for per- mission to erect three "Tourist Homes" signs on East Hill be denied. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 July 28, 1954 STREET REPAIR RATES: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the following rates for making street opening patches be and hereby are approved, to become effective August 1, 1954: Sq.Yd• So.Ft, Asphalt streets (concrete base $12.60 $1.40 Surface treatment (crushed stone) 4.05 045 Brick streets (concrete base) 15.30 1.70 Concrete streets 13.50 1.50 Dirt streets ($15.00 minimum charge) 0.36 0.04 Curb and gutter 3.00 lineal foot 411 concrete (sidewalks etc.) - - 0.55 6" concrete (driveways etc.) - - 0.70 Carried CRISPELL BROS. BUS FRANCHISE: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Board recommends to the Council that the petition of Crispell Bros. for permission to use city streets to provide the R. Appel Leather Products with bus service be approved since all the streets in the proposal are adequate and in condition to permit bus travel. Carried SIDEWALK SURVEY: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes WHEREAS, the Superintendent has reported that a survey of sidewalk conditions in about one -half of the city has been completed, and that about 300 sidewalks need attention, NOTR THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to send preliminary notices to the respective owners suggesting the repair of these sidewalks. Carried TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clyne RESOLVED, that an expenditure of approximately $450.00 be authorized for the purpose of installing additional traffic control signals in cooperation with the L.V.R.R.Co. at the intersections of West State & Fulton, West Seneca & Fulton and West Buffalo & Fulton Streets. Carried E., -C BEN STREET PARKING AREA: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Taurnier RESOLVED, that the request of Ithaca Ferchants Park IN Shop, Inc. to have the City prepare their parking lot on E. Green Street for use be and hereby is denied. Carried ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to appropriate the sum of $1,366.00 from Contingency Funds to budget Account #k230 to cover the emergency and unbudgeted expenses incurred during the windstorm of June 12, 1954. Carried MERRY -GO -ROUND CONCESSION: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings & Grounds Committee recommend the advertising for bids for the Merry -go -round concession at Stewart Park on a three -year basis and on the same other conditions as previously set forth. Commissioner Saperstone suggested and recommended that the lease with Mr. Cochran, the present concessionaire, be extended without advertisjng for bids, but that the term be reduced to a two year period inasmuch as the food concession with Fr. Bangs is on a two -year basis. Upon inquiry Mr. Dahmen ruled that it would be legal to renew Yx. Cochran's concession without advertising for bids thereon if the conditions remain the same and the term is not for a longer term than that of the original one. Commissioner Saperstone then moved that Mr. Cochran's concession be extended for a two year period. There was no second to this motion. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the present merry -go -round concession between the City and Mr. Cochran be renewed for the three -year. term, 1955,1956 and 1957 under the same conditions as the original concession. Carried PERCY FIELD RATES: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request of the Upstate Athletic Club,Inc. for a revision in the rates for the use bf Percy Field for wrestling matches be denied; and that the Superintendent be directed to so notify this organization. Carried �a BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET July 28, 1954 Norton Printing Co. $ 36.00 , T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 12.57 Hart Pharmacy 4.15 City Chamberlain 5.64 Brewer & Brown Co.,Inc. Gas Corp. 28.24 t9o. 14 '-' New York State Electric & Elgin Sweeper Co. 54.18 ""�{ 66.00 Coverall Service & Supply,Inc. R. F. Pendleton 250.00 t' Highway Materials Co.,Inc. 13.50 ` Binghamton Heil Equip. Corp. 14.09 The General Crushed Stone Co. 342.70 �'' 880.43 Rumsey - Ithaca Corp. Knight Paving Products,Inc. 715.81 Alby & Son 26.00 -`T The Ithaca Journal 13.06 Ames Welding & Supply Co. 4.65' Beals McCarthy & Rogers,Inc. 35.53 "f The Welles Supply Co.,Inc. 69.09 Cortright Electric 66.41 New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. 24.32 Pond & Moyer Co.,Inc. 5.00 Root's Express, Inc. 7.28 Wolverton Construction Co. 25.00 John Wanicki 105.00 Balch Bros. & West Co.,Inc. 41.31 Grass Cutting Equip. Co.,Inc. 146.99. --` Haverstick -Toro Sales Corp. 43.42 U-'� Kline's Pharmacy 3.1. 25 L. ---- White Nurseries 33.00 4--- H. D. Besemer 90.00T. Socony- Vacuum Oil Co.Inc. 293.26' Sinclair Refining Co. 25.42 ` Colbert's Corner Grocery 8.70 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: M h s. � .. ,? f Water Fund Invoices presented for audit Juiy 28th, 1954. Allen, John To 8 7o93— Beals, McCarthy & xogers Inco 10.39 -- Besemer, H. D. 36,00 Burroughs adding Machine Coo 18020-1 Carter, xalph B. Coo 30.94--- Cayuga Motors Corp* 908.00- - Crane Co. 333.70' Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5.94 Freemant a. Motor marine WOO` Graham, L. L. 198600_,. Gregg Fire equipment Co. 10.65 -° Haverstick & Co. Inc. 293,17 ` Jones,, John w iley Co. 690,00 Little, A. M. & son 429-43--- Miller's.iT, G. Sons Paper Cc* 36.37 :` Morgan, Ja F. Coo 80 *00 National Welding 11„30 Neptune Meter Co* 457.71 '_ tYew York State Electric & Gas Corp* 876.99 New York Telephone Co* 30o25". Norton Electric Co* 141* % Penn Yan 14ress, Inc# 12.74r' Personius, Carl 8 *61 -- Pierce Glove Co* Inc* 16.61'" h umey - Ithaca Corp* 122.35 -" Southern 'T'ier Electrical Supply Co* 26.53 " Soyring, jLndy 19057 -= Sullivan, H. H. Inc* 147.70 'White Nurseries 14i10-° Farrow,, Dr, Reginald Co 19'" - 6peno, Dr. L, H. 18 *36 /'V Ys sa� ;Ql ����.�,. ,812.81 !4,812.81 Approved Finance Committee R� Rrr��wi� i Ae A' �, } � ; h q A ,. � a E A * _ M w k N �'. x � ,. 4 � n ° � s o � r M u x ar x � ' u X � � � 4 � M � # k N A r fi ° ^ # d h � � � � ¢ .Y Y 1 i � fi F� * .. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE July 28, 1954 City of Ithaca (Rohrer) $ 25.00 Haverstick & Co. Inc. 70.68 Cornell University (Men's Dorms) 26.86 Village of Watkins Glen 19.69 Charton, Paul W. 1.10 Renzetti, Alexander & Jane 8.29 Craig, Helen Hull 63.06 Kresge, Alice 197.24 J. J. Newberry Store 369.30 Allen, Gladys B. 8.29 Morey, Raymond & Loretta 204.41 Gibson, Donald E. & Lefa W. 10.01 Culver, Arlington L. & Maud P. 143.44 Grossklaus, Freda 160.75 P & C Property Coop, Inc. 45.09 Nixon, Walter 8.29 Jensen, Nml. F. 2.82 Freeman, Harrop A. 149.91 Golay, Frank H. 2.82 Smith, Patricia 2.82 Knutila, George 329.25 Ward tlonstruction Co. 41.03 Alexander, Ida C. 192.63 Feinburg, A. W. 22.11 APPROVED ,PT FINANCE COMMITTEE r { „ a � { • r 4 r R C A t r a A p r • 4 > r � � � q r � , - ' t +. F • s { . R s r � s T r . � r . « � BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 July 281 1954 STEWART PARK 2TROVEMQ TS: Commissioner Egan reported that a preliminary outline of improvements at Stewart Park has been made to the Buildings & Grounds Committee and that the two following specific recommendations are made to the Board: a. That a master plan of present and future improvements at Stewart Park be made. b. That the Board approve the construction of a spray pool at Stewart Park, and that the Stewart Park Commission be requested to furnish the necessary funds. Commissioner Saperstone urged consideration of a wading pool in addition to a spray pdolt By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the Buildings & Grounds Committee, as submitted, be approved♦ Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commi.s9ioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved and ordered paid; and that the bills redeivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried BERGHOLTZ TRACT: Commissioner Saperstone suggested that soundings be taken on the Bergholt2 tract to ascertain if the ground there will support foundations for a swimming pool. He then made a motion that the Buildings & Grounds Committee be requested by the Board to have such soundings made but there was no second to his motion. STEWART PARK OPENING: Commissioner Saperstone called attention to the official opening of State and other parks on Decoration Day annually with lifeguards on duty from that date. He presented statistics from Caldwell Field weather bureau showing June 12th. to have had 10 hours of sunshine with a high of 86 degrees for the day, Sunday June 13 - 12 hours of sunshine, high 82,- Saturday, June 19 14 hours of sunshine, high 82 and Sunday, June 20th. - 13 hours of sunshine, high 87 degrees. He urged that Stewart Park be opened to the public, with lifeguards on duty,from Decoration Day annually. Mayor Cook advised that he felt the Superintendent had carried out the inten- tLons of the Board in opening the park and assured him that the matter would have `a attention of the Buildings & Grounds Committee and the Superintendent. S7,1n "iING POOL REPORT: Commissioner Saperstone recommended that the report pre - V:•ed recently on the proposed outdoor swimming pool at Stewart Park be r3V;.ewed and all facts and figures presented to the public. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. . Vl, Geo. A. Blean City Clerk Regular Meeting BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 4:30 p.m. PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier 'ld ermen - Dickens and Decker 1,ttorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Talks. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh August 11, 1954 MINUTES: Commissioner Saperstone suggested that the minutes of the preceding meeting be corrected to include his comments regarding the spray pool at Stewart Park, He caYrz3 +.hP Board went on record as favoring a combination wading and spray pool on June 9, 1954 aZ14 +o4at at a subsequent meeting held July 28, 1954 when a spray pool was authorized he brvugiit this fact to the attention of the Board. He further contended that a spray pool was not a proper solution of the rra:.tc7, tab since it is better than nothing he voted in favor of it. Mayor Cook ruled that the minutes covered the matter properly. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the minutes,as recorded, be approved. Carried BIDS- PAINT STRIPER: The following bids on a portable traffic line paint striper were received, opened and read by the Clerk: Name of Bidder Bid Price ?Wald Industries,Inc. Huntingdon, Pa, $479.25 A. L. Barnum & Son Burdette,N.Y. 572,50 The Welles Supply Co. Elmira,N.Y. 575,00 J. C. Georg Constr.Co. Syracuse ,iii, Y. 510,00 By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried BIDS - MOTOR GRADER: The following bids on a motor grader were received, opened and read by the Clerk: Trade -in Name of Bidder Total Bid Allowance Net Bid Syracuse Supply Co. $16,950.00 $2,500.00 $14,450.00 Syracuse,N.Y. MacDougall Equip. Co. 17,80000 4,800.00 13,000.00 Binghamton,N.Y. ` L. B. Smith,Inc. 14,985,00 3,000.00 11,985.00 Syracuse, N.Y. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried SCHOOL AREAS - HARD SURFACING: J. N. Crone, Suptl. of Buildings & Grounds of Ithaca Pu.olic Schools appeared before the Board and requested permission to install and oil penetration hard surface in the areas between the sidewalk and curb adjacent to '.he Junior High School from the Parochial School on Court Street around Albany and do?in Buffalo Street to the Junior High School playground entrance, with provision, ',,eIng made for trees in these areas by leaving unoiled areas around them three feet on the ground as required. By Commissioner Bradford; seconded by Commissioner Clynes PESOLVED, that the request be approved. Carried FAIL VIEW TERRACE & WESTMOUNT DRIVE: The Clerk read a letter from Paul Taber rt;_ questing the City to tentatively accept Fall View Terrace and Westmount Drive as city streets and to provide gravel basing for these two streets upon completion of the rough grading. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried yi BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET August 11, 1954 Ithaca Printing Service The American City Magazine T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. Esso Standard Oil Co. Mrs. Lillian Berdan C. J. Rumsey & Co. Plaza Nash Corp. Ithaca Window Cleaner Co. Baker Lumber & Supply Co.Inc. Brewer & Brown Co.,Inc. Robinson & Carpenter A.B.C. Exterminating Co. Tioga Auto Parts Elgin Sweeper Co. Thompson Motor Express Borough of Dormont Cramer's Auto Parts Syracuse Supply Co. Sinclair Refining Co. Coverall Service & Supply,Inc. R. F. Pendleton New York State Electric & Gas College Chevrolet Co.Inc. New York Telephone Co. New York State Electric & Gas Wm. J. Ryan Jamieson - McKinney Co. Andy Soyring Connolly & Scalia College Chevrolet Co.Inc. Ingersoll -Rand Co. Haverstick & Co.Inc. The Ithaca Journal Sturm Bros. The General Crushed Stone Co. Knight Pavind Products Knight Paving Products Baker Lumber & Supply Co. Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. University Sand & Gravel Homer Stewart Frink Sno- P1ows,Inc. The Welles Supply Co.,Inc. Pressure Concrete Co. The Ithaca Journal William H. Quinn Corp. Corp. New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. Cortright Electric Motor- Craft,Inc. Ireland Mill & Supply Co.Inc. Home & Garden Supply Frank Whatman White Nurseries Eastern Metal of Elmira,Inc. City Chamberlain Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. Cayuga Trucking Co. Johnson's Boat Yard Ithaca. Coop G.L.F. Service,Inc. Hawley Products Co. Frank A. Bangs Grass (.'utting Equip. Co. F. R. C. Forster, M.D. APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: 32.45 4.00 26.17 1.95 5.00 76.36 3.75 14.60 �--° 47.48 24.47 7.00 L -­ 61.67 704.17 t; 12.19 300.00 39.18., 94.80 24.80 57.05 25 0. 00 .v 2,303.96. 2,135.00 c, 77.60 91.37 26.60 .10 -- 16.62 58.95 v. 27.39 f 9.60 80.01 --1 7-10-_ 17.80 1;788.00 43.02 ` 150-57-- 137-80 1,786.68 " 1,305.22" 55.30 45.76 281.95 6,259.81 " 6.00 23.73 - 71,t44 -. 27.62° 28.70 12.80 95.51 7.8o,",- 5.90 44.95 11.83 207.54 10.00= 29.00.- 101.15 11.76 4.60° 18.50' 7.56 F t BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE August 11, 1954 Leonardo, Frank 10.00 Belleayre Mngt. Inc. 8.18 Lang, John B. Est. 102.53 Sharpe, Geo. W. 59.84 Gustafson, Everett E. & Joyce E. 125.57 Hamilton, Joseph L. 1.78 Johnston, Eugene 8.18 Needham, J. G. 8.18 Fendrick, Joseph 140.56 Faiocco, James 13.39 Van Ostrand, Heriaert 1..07 Gaydosh, Steven 260.90 '.gorse Chain Co. 196.30 Cornell University 2.40 City of Ithaca (Stewart Park) 507.36 C. & D. Construction Co. 7.20 -Ai; OVE�� BY PIN NCE COW.ITTEE Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit August 11, 1954. Baker Lumber and Supply Co* Clarkson Chemical Co. Inc, College Chevrolet Co. Inc, Graham, L. L. Grey, Walter E. Hayman, Michael & Co. Inc. Johnson's Boatyard Little, A. M. & oon Mueller Go. New York State Electric & Gas Corp. New York Telephone Co. Norton Electric Co. Omega Machine Co. Perryt s Stamp Past Service Ned Star express; Lines; .Robinson & Carpenter Humsey, C. J. & Co. Socony - Vacuum Uil Co. Spencer's Body Shop Stewart, Homer Townsend, L. B, Wallace Steel & Supply Co. Walton - mast branch Foundry Corp. Westinghouse baectric & Supply Coo Farrow, Dr, Reginald C. Loon, Dr, Anthony Approved Finance - Committee 4 14,70 3.30 Y� 198.00 lam' 26,25 110,18 6.25 6.71 69.30 �. 366.68 36.32, 4_- 903 5 16.08'. 17.34~ v,.. 5.04 L ', 67.11 42.91 rry 24962 58.31 53,77 264.33 4--7, 45.60 t -° 21.60 16.20 16.20 4 10606.83; s t R. T * H Y x ,t z # ' x �� � .. n i ` x a � fi # x .. +n t � a � x 4 t � � .. 8 -0 W 4 a( BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 111) 1 Page 2 August 11, 1954 MERRY -GO -ROUND CONCESSION: Attorney Dahmen presented an agreement with Robert L. Cochran extending his present agreement covering the operation of a merry -go -round and miniature steam train at Stewart Park for the three year period of 1955. 1956 and 1957. Commissioner Saperstone pointed out that, in approving the extension of this agreement without the formality of advertising for bids thereon, it should be recorded that the Board did so without wishing to establish any precedent whatsoever in this or similar instances; but that the Board took this action because Mr. Cochran's past experience, his operation in general and his use of good equipment has satisfied the Board. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the agreement as presented by the City Attorney be approved; and that the Mayor be and hereby is authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried WATER BILL EXPUNGEMENT: The Superintendent presented a recommendation that a bill for repairing water service in the amount of $160.75 against Miss Freda Grossklaus, 519 N. Aurora Street, be expunged and a new one in the amount of $149.25 be rendered to her due to an error in measuring a street path involved. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for investi- gation and report. Carried BIDS - BITUMINOUS COAL: The Superintendent recommended that the contract for furnishing the City with approximately 100 tons of butiminous coal be awarded to Perry Coal Company in accordance with terms of their low bid of $10.10 per ton as submitted. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that Perry Coal Company be awarded the contract for furnishing approxi- mately 100 tons of butiminous coal at `10.10 per ton in accordance with the terms of their low bid as submitted. Carried BIDS- PAINTING THURSTON AVENUE BRIDGE: The Superintendent recommended that the contract for painting Thurston Avenue bridge be awarded to the Binghamton Service & Painting Company for one coat of paint for $3,247.00. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the contract for painting Thurston Avenue bridge with one coat of paint for the sum of $3,247.00 be and hereby is awarded to Binghamton Service and Painting Company in accordance with the terms of their low bid as submitted. Carried UNIVERSITY SAND & GRAVEL COMPANY: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the Water 8- Sewer Committee had inspected the complaint regarding operation of the University Sand & Gravel Company near Booktondale and found that through cooperation of the Tompkins County Board of Health remedial measurers had already been taken to abate the nuisance. He reported satisfaction with the corrective measures adopted. BERGHOLTZ TRACT: Commissioner Egan reported that the Stewart Park Commission recommend the annexation to the City of the Bergholtz tract. By Commissioner Egan; seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee, the City Attorney and Engineer for study and report. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford; seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered.. Carried SCEWART PARK S1G FACILITIES: Commissioner Saperstone presented an editorial ^om the Ithaca Journal issue of July 31, 1954 and an excerpt from "A letter to the Editor" written by WHCU newsman Charlie Chatfield on July 15, 1954 which he asked to have recorded in the minutes. Mayor Cook agreed to their inclusion in the minutes and there follows both items referred to: SAMPSON RULE "Uncle Sam spends a lot of money getting and training Air Force recruits, aid he Doesn't want them drowning or catching any ailments. That is what is behind the drastic - sounding order issued the other day at Sampson Air Force Base when bathing was forbidden Sampson personnel at two state parks and several other heavily -used beaches. In all the ban extended to'17 swimming sites in eight area counties. Most were banned because of lack of life guards. (Can't be so here). Four of the places were listed as out of bounds because of pollution. That doesn't mean that these four, the Geneva bathing beach at Seneca Lake Park, Cayuga Lake State Park, Taughannock State Park on Cayuga Lake and Onondaga Lake are p 1 BOARD OF FUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 August Ili 1954 necessarily dangerous. City', county and state health departments are still on the job and if there were reasonable grounds to believe that dangerous pollution existed at these bathing spots, bathing would be prohibited to all. But the Preventive Medicine Office at Sampson has its orders, and these define just.how pure the waters must be before military personnel can be allowed to swim in them. These standards are much more rigid and somewhat less practical than are the factors taken into consideration by the civilian health officers. So civilian swimmers need not worry. They can continue to splash around in their slightly bacteria -laden but still enjoyable and safe swimming spots. The Sampson boys will just have to hang their clothes on a hickory limb, etc, etc." EXCERPT FROM "A Ld'TT, R TO THE EDITOR" "Several officials agree that something should be done to advance adequate swimming facilities, but they are sharply divided on what should be done and how much money should be spent to bring those facilities about." Commissioner Saperstone contended that if Cayuga Lake is not a fit place for Air- force personnel to swim in, then children should not be permitted to swim at Stewart Park. He commented on the physical fitness of Air Force personnel as contrasted with that of children and recommended that the Board give the matter of swimming at Stewart Park some serious consideration with a view to providing clean, healthy swimming facilities for the children of the city. Commissioner Gaurnier objected to the comparison made between Air Force personnel and children of the city and expressed his confindence in the ability and quali- fications of Health Commissioner, Dr. Rroad, to look after and safeguard the health of the people and children coming under his jurisdiction. Commissioner Egan expressed his opinion that swimming in Cayuga Lake and other places mentioned in the editorial had been banned primarily because of lack of supervised swi mi.ng rather than pollution as alleged by Commissioner Saperstone. Mayor Cook terminated any further discussion of the matter at this time by ruling that such discussion be undertaken by the Buildings & Grounds Committee. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk T-- 1o.1 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Regular rieeting 4:30 p.m. August 25, 1954 Present: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Dickens and Johnson Attorney - Dahmen Sur.-t- of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt, of Pub.Tdks. - Rich Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. BIDS - HEAVY DUTY TRUCK: The following bids for a heavy duty truck with winch were received, opened and read by the Clerk; Name of Bidder Total Bid Price Trade -in Allowance Net Bid Dryden Supply Co. GYC $13,599.25 $2,000.00 $11,599.25 -•q Warren Wixson Diamond T Model 522 -28M 11,354.00 2,475.00 8,779.00 11 622 -32m 12,054.00 2,655.00 91399.00 720 -32M 14,005.00 4,205.00 9,800.00 Cayuga Motors Ford 13,176.00 3,654.00 9,522.00 Garwood Winch 13,945.00 3,780.00 10,165.00 Braden Winch 13,690.00 3,626.00 10,064.00 Ithaca Motors International 11,830.10 1,558.10 10,272.00 Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. Mack 16,951.00 2,686.00 14,265.00 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and report. Carried TNLET RETAINING WALL: The Clerk read a letter from Wm. Robinson, District Eneinoer, N.Y.State Dept. of Public Works, acknowledging receipt of notice regarding the condition of a section of the inlet wall adjacent to 315 Taughannock Blvd. which tumbled into the inlet on July 26th. The letter was ordered filed. STREET LM - WEST FALL STREET: The Clerk read a letter from Carl F. & Grace E. Mettler, 211 W. Fall Street, requesting the installation of a street light at the end of West Fall Street which is a dead end street. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried GAS 'I'.-IN EXTENSIONS: The Clerk read a letter from N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. requesting approval of the extension of a gas main from the corner of E. Lincoln St� and Lake St. in the street to the Ithaca Gun Company, behind the curbing from this point to Stewart Avenue to tie in with the main located there. This installation is necessary to furnish a sufficient supply of gas for heating the Belleayre Apaxt- rrents and the ATO Fraternity and to provide better service to the Stewart Ave. area. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried The Clerk read another letter from N.Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. requesting approval of a low pressure gas main, beginning at the corner of W. State and Drindley Streets, extending along the edge of the pavement on Brindley Street, continuing on TGber Street and ending near Cherry Street. A request for permission to place this pipe across the abutments of the Inlet bridge was included in the letter. Dir Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the requests be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried 5 "_TE OF LAND - GILES STREET: The Clerk read a letter from Attorney T. K. Powers a�,..ing if the City would be willing to sell a city -owned lot on Giles Street at its intersection with Treva Avenue. He made the request on behalf of his client, Clifford Axtell. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee, the Highway Committee and the City Attorney for investigation and report. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 1($ Page 2 August 25, 1954 FORESTERY DEPARTFENT REPORT: The Superintendent presented a -&pow* yr the acTl- vities of the Forestery Department for the first seven months of the year for inclusion in the minutes as follows: New trees planted 49 Trees removed 126 'gees trimmed 425 bead wood remo#dd from trees 222 Trees reapired 11 Stumps removed 13 This represents action on 773 trees out of a total of 3,289 in the city during this period. In addition approximately five weeks was spent on allied work in parks, lots and the watershed including planting of forsythia in the city. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the report be accepted and ordered included and recorded in the minutes of this meeting. Carried BIDS - PAINT STRIPER: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone. RESOLVED, that the bid of J. C. Georg Construction Company, in the amount of $510.00 for furnishing a portable traffic line paint .striper, being the lowest bid received complying with specifications, be and the same hereby is accepted and awarded, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Council be requested to authorize the transfer.of tn, 'sum of $5.1,Ct.00 .from' .Capital. Reserve Fund Pao, 5, publ-ic, Works Equipment, to pad* for this piece of equipment. Carried BIDS - MOTOR GRADER: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the Highway Committee is not prepared to make a recommendation in regard to the award of bids on the motor grader. CAPITAL RESERVE TRANSFER: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to authorize the transfer-of the sum of $5,000.00 from Capital Reserve Fund �3, Street Paving, for the gravel - basing of approximately 2,700 feet of streets on West Hill including Fall View Terrace, Westmount Drive, Warren Place and Elmerest Circle. Carried CURB & GUTTER - PEARSALL PLACE: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes - RESOLVED, that the Clerk be authorized and directed to advertise a public hearing to be held by the Board of Public Works on October 13, 1954 at 4:30 p.m. in regard to the construction of curbs and gutters in Pearsall Place. Carried SIDEWALK NOTICES: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to send final thirty -day notices to twelve owners of sidewalks in the business district. Carried AMERICAN WATERWORKS ASSOCIATION MEETING:. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded. by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to authorize the attendance of Charles Rich at the Fall meeting of the American hater Works Association to be held at Montauk Point, Long Island, on September 8, 9 and 10, 1954. Carried MATER BI1L EXPUNGEPENT: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that invoice ;1287 to Miss Frieda Grossklaus in the amount of $160.75 be expunged; and that a new bill in place thereof be rendered in the amount of $149.25 since the difference of $11.50 is due to an error made in the measurement of the street patch involved. Carried C°PI RESERVE TRANSFER: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Corranon Council be requested to authorize the transfer of the sum of $3,225.00 from Capital Reserve Fund #6, Water and Sewer Department-Construct- ion., to finance and complete construction of the 8 inch water line from VanNattas Dam to Crescent Place to service South Hill and the new Water District. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receitable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. r• - _4 ea Water F u-xi Invoices- presented for audit August 25, 1954. Allen, John T. * 7,42 Allen Tractor and Equipment oervice 10.01r,"O Baker Lumber & Wpp.Gy Co. 6.66• --" Besemer, H. D. 16d.Ce-- Brewer Excavating 1 a► g,r Cramer's Auto Parts. Francis, Mrs. Helen M, Finger Lakes Chemical Co. Graham, L. LO 171,00_ -- head, Henry tc. 1,98'- hull heating & Plumbing Co. 1.20 ," Ithaca Agency Inc, 1093.57--- Ithaca Coop, G. L. F. Service Inc. 56.0p-� ' Jamieson - Mcninney Co. Inc. 29914e— Miller's. ,G. Sons Paper Co. 27 Pr' National We.Lding 32.03 " New York Te.tephone Co. 2y.70- tcoot's Express Inc. 16,5E --- w=ey - Ithaca Corp. 95.3.5- Saiisbuz7', W. H. & Co. 6,61,.----- Simplex Valve & Meter Co. 16.81- - Socony - Vacuum Oil Co. 14.84% Soyring, andy 2105r,- Sturm Tiros. 23,00 - Suilivan, H. H. Inc, 42.50 Tompkins County T rust Co. ]1,430.0(Y- .- Vasco eroducts Co, ll. ?6 --- Wheaton's Sheet Metal Shop . 10- Will Corpora+Aon 2203L ~ _- Leone, Dr. Joseph L. 40.50 --" 0 13,609068 Approved Finance Conunittee J11 t �I 4 x k i k a� a T P �C R P d a �! } * } 1 , �.� n ♦ • R � � * e T * � .. �, � � � w , # t f * • � BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE August 25, 1954 City of Ithaca (B.Rohrer) $ 25.00 City of Ithaca General Fund 264.71 Lanphear, Wm. 167.63 Golder, A. J. 20.00 Becker,& Gretes 33.16 Peech, Michael 4.66 Bennett, Minor & Margaret 5.94 Kidney, Edward & Charles 83.85 Nelknap, Gordon 36.20 Kresge, Weed 53.80 La jza, John 50232 Hufnail, Richard 2.82 Lynaugh, James Est. 68.43 Reps, John 2.74.58 O'Connor, James F. 8.29 Kramer, Nathan 10038 DeKay, Seeley 2.82 City of Ithaca General Fund 39.24 City of Ithaca " r' 53.82 Ithaca Savings & Loan Assn. 8.29 Slights, Hohn & Carrie 149.10 Parlett, Lawrence T. 8.29 City of Ithaca City Hall Account 168.43 A -PPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE I BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS ;1 Page 3 August 25, 1954 STT.•7t,RT PARK S7.•TQ1MI1,1G FACILITIES: Commissioner Egan called attention to a statement made for the record at the last meeting of the Board concerning the condition of the water at Stewart Park and Cayuga Lake in general. He stated that he felt that it was an attempt to discredit the ability of our County Health Department and change the thinking of our people in regard to swimming at Stewart Park by contending that the water was polluted and not a fit place for children to swim in. He reported that since the accusation had been made the Superintendent had contacted officials at Sampson Air Base requesting them to make tests and report their findings. He further reported that the County Health Department had made tests and publicized their findings in the local papers. He then presented a letter from the Office of Information Services at Sampson Air Force Base which outlined their findings in this matter and asked that the letter be recorded in these minutes. The letter is as follows and is recorded herein by direction of the Mayor. In Reply Refer to: P OFFICE OF IDTFORMATIORT SERVICES 3650TH MILITARY TRAINING WING SAPITSON AIR FORCE BASE Geneva, New York August 206 1954 Mr. F. J. Laverty, Superintendent � Department of Public Works City Hall �- Ithaca, New York Dear fir. Laverty: Thank you very much for your letter of August 20th in which you discuss the pollution in Cayuga Lake and inquire whether or not Sampson officials consider the shimming facilities of Stewart Park off - limits to our base personnel. Tests are made periodically during the swimming months, the latest having been made on August 9th and 20th by the Preven- tive Medicine Section of our Air Force Hospital. The results proved negative, and the facilities here considered safe for use by our airmen. Sampson has been an Air Force installation since 1951, and each summer since that time, tests have been made to determine the safety of Cayuga Lake adjacent to Stewart Park. As long as there are adequate life guarding facilities available and as long as the bacteria count is not thought to be dangerous, we shall continue to authorize the use of the Park by our military personnel. Thank you for your interest in contacting me, and I hope that our findings will be of assistance to you at your Board Meeting. Sincerely, s %Charles F. George,Jr. CHARLES F. GEORGE,JR. 1st. Lt. USAF Asst Information Officer The following are remarks by Commissioner Saperstone on this subject and are recorded herein also by direction of the Mayor: Commissioner Saperstone denied trying to scare people away from swimming at Stewart Park, asserted that the editorial copied in the last minutes referred to Taugha.nnock Falls State Park. He then reviewed a release fr n�,e a'sc°init -on Force Base contained in the July 27th. issue of the Post Standar ggiv3ng t%e reason for the ban on swimming in Seneca Lake as pollution, which is also true of Cayuga Lake State Park near Seneca Falls and Taughannock State Park at Cayuga Lake near Trumansburg. He then presented a report on Stewart Park alleged to have been received from officials at the Air Force Base as follows: 1. Sanitary survey shows Stewart Park very very bad. 2. Water in swimming area polluted as often as not with heavy bacteria. 3. T ^later at times fairly clean of bacteria and pollution for swimming. However, it can promptly change with the wind. Fairly good water will be changed by wind to pollution and bacteria within an hour or less. He continued, "A member of this Board about two weeks ago recommended or rather suggested that we try to see what can be done in cleaning out the lagoon for a public swimming pool with fresh, filtered, constantly changing water. I am for that and T -rill back this member 100%. I will back any member of this b and v*i.th any recommendations or suggestions for good clean, healthful swimming and z area for 106 BOARD OF PUBLIC [STORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 August 25, 1954 teaching swimming. I honestly feel thatithis matter is bigger than any of us members on the Board and that we should all pull together towards one objective - clean, healthy swim{ning facilities particularly for the teaching of swimming to the boys and girls of our community." Rayor Cook ruled that there would be no further discussion of the matter at this time i S. LANSUG 14ATER DISTPIGT.: Russell R. Lane, Supervisor from the Town of Lansing together with Attorney Wiggins appeared before the Board and explained the desire of S. Lansing residents to form a water district if the Gity is willing to provide water. T-Ir. Wiggins described the approximate area to be included in the district as that lying in S. Lansing adjacent to Cayuga Heights from the Town line north to Twin Glens, west to the railroad right of way and east to the Shannon and Catherwood property lines. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the petitioners be requested to submit the proposal in writing; and that, when received, it be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for study and report. Carried COUNCIL ROOM IMPROVEMENTS: Commissioner Saperstone called attention to an appropriation made this year for the modernization and redecorating of the Council Room and recommended that the Buildings and Grounds Committee study the matter,and make an estimate of the cost and if more money is needed than available that the Council be requested for it. Mayor Cook called attention to the delay in plans for this work due to the fact that the Council members have not yet decided whether the present table arrangement of individual desks are preferable. He promised to bring the matter to the attention of the Finance Committee of the Council and see if something can be done in this respect. ANNEXATION: Commissioner Saperstone requested to be briefed on the matter of annexation. Mayor Cook called upon Alderman Johnson who reviewed the work of the Committee to date and expressed the hope that a statement regarding the City's attitude in the matter will be ready at an early date. ON LOTION the meeting was adjourned. j Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET August 25,1954 A. C. Gibson Co.,Inc. 29.73 �X Matthew Bender & Co. 40.00 Burroughs Corp. 36.41 The Todd Co.,Inc. 4.50 International Business Machines Corp. 15.00 College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. 3 4.01 Donohue- Halverson,Inc. 83.95 Donohue- Halverson,Inc. 14.53 The Sherwin-Williams Co. ,. 445.83 A. M. Little & Son 131.67.1-' John W. Petrillose,Sr.,Inc. 5.52 Cotton- Hanlon,Inc. 14.28 William T. Pritchard 744.74 Alby & Son 137.25 °J Knight Paving Products,Inc. 351.33 Lr' A.L. Barnum & Son 42.90 l' The General Crushed Stone Co. 894.00 Jesse H. Rucker 25.00 f' The Welles Supply Co.,Inc. 95.65 "r Cayuga Motors Sales Corp. 1.91 Ithaca Journal News,Inc. 6.35 , Ireland Mill & Supply Co.,Inc. G. W. Davis Corp. 5.35 ;` Eastern Metal of Elmira,Inc. 7.04 '" Fruit Growers of Chester County,Inc. 24.13../ Johnson's Boat Yard 267.70 North Side Pharmacy 3.12 " City of Ithaca, Water & Sewer Div. 507.36 Empire State Culvert Corp. 296.41, ` F.R.C. Forster,M.D. 10.80 Anthony J. Leone,M.D. 16.20 Joseph L. Leone,M.D. 40.50 =' N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 24.84 _. T.G.Miller's Sons Paper Co. 60.82 N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 202.36 N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 2.303.96 , -- Plaza -Nash Corp. 3.00 Simon Schmal,M.D. 9.50`° Socony- Vacuum Oil Co.Inc. 357•05,L,- APYR4 D BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: .\ *� r° EFOARD OF'PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Special Meeting Present: Mayor - Cook Commissioners: Colbert, Clynes, Alderman - Johnson Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Works Engineer - Cass Attorney - Dahmen Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh 9:00 A.ri. X17 September 1, 1954 Egan, Gaurnier, Bradford and-Saperstone - Rich. - Mayor Cook announced that this special meeting had been called to pass upon the "Statement of Policy of Annexation of Cayuga Heights" as proposed by the Mayor's Joint Committee. He then called upon Alderman Johnson, chairman of this committee, to read the statement of policy as prepared. Alderman Johnson then read the statement in full and commented on its contents. The statement is as follows: STATEMENT OF POLICY OF Sep. 1, 1954 4 ANNEXATION OF C11YUGA HEIGHTS AS PROPOSED BY THE MAYOR'S JOINT CO11MITTEE Municipal Services in General The extension of municipal services such as fire, police, public works activities exclusive of water and sewer, and general governmental functions, while they involve many difficulties in transition, are by no means insurmountable and, compared with the problem of sewer and water are of much smaller magnitude. It can be presumed that they will settle themselves over' a reasonable period of time. The quality of service throughout any annexed area will be equivalent to that now furnished in the present City. To assure payment of a fair share of the cost of all such municipal services by every property owner, the area annexed must agree to revaluation of assessments on the same basis that the City is now in process of accomplishing. With reference to fire, we propose that the City would establish a station in Cayuga Heights in view of the distances and property values involved. Whether this should be accomplished by establishing a new company or relocating an existing company involves matters that this Committee should not now determine. Sewer * All existing streets in Cayuga Heights Village are to be served with both trunk and lateral sewer lines including trunk lines or enlargements to the City Treatment Plant at the expense of the properties benefited. Such sewers will be installed by the City on bonds issued by the City. The area served will constitute a special assessment district within the enlarged city. This expense should be substantially the same as the installation of the same sewers by any other method, viz: contracting with the City for disposal, or building a separate system and disposal plant. To handle the present day volume of sewage and additional sewage from suburban areas (approximately a population of 40,000) in accordance with recommended standards, certain enlargements, replacements and improvements are required: * Items (1), (2) and (3) throughout are related. (1) The present Treatment Plant requires certain improvements for the proper service of the present area now being served. (2) Further improvements and enlargementr- to the plant are necessary to accommodate outside area6 not now being served. j`�s BOARD OF PUBLIC,WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 September 1, 1954 (3) Various replacements and enilargements are required in the existing sewers (including enlargements in the Old Village). It is proposed by this Committee: (1) That the improvements to the Treatment Plant for the proper service of the present area now being served be made in accordance with TABLE 4 of the 1946 Greeley and Hansen Report (shown on Page 117 of the Report of the Grcater Ithaca Fact - Finding Committee). This is to be paid by the City. (2) That the further improvements and enlargements to the Plant necessary to properlZr accommodate a population of 40,000 be made in accordance with the additional im- provements proposed by Greeley and Hansen as shown on Page 118 of the Report of the Greater Ithaca Fact - Finding Committee. This is to be paid for entirely by areas outside the City. Under present conditions Cayuga Heights would pay 75% of this cost and the balance would be paid by other outside areas when annexed. (3) That the replacements and enlargements required in the existing sewers be made in accordance with Proposed Improvements as shown in the Greeley and Hansen Reports (shown on Pages 118 through 120, Page 121 and Page 131 of the Report of the Greater Ithaca Fact - Finding Committee). This is to be paid by the enlarged city through the existing sewer rates. For purposes of information, sewer costs in the Treatment Plant and rehabilitating the existing City and Village sewers are estimated as follows (Source: Report of the Greater Ithaca Fact- Finding Committee): Estimated Adjustment of Costs 1946 i2�2 1954 (1) Page 117 - Improvement of Plant to take care of present area served $61,000 $122,000 (2) Page 118 - Further improvements and enlargements to Plant $90,000 $1809-000 (3) Pages 118 thru 120, Page 121 and Page 131: Clinton St. & Plain St. Interceptor $95.350.00 State St. Relief Line 101,100.00 South Hill Interceptor 12,000.00 Linden Ave. Replacement 11,100.00 West Hill Interceptor 38,800.00 Hector St. Replacement 19,800.00 Additional Sewer Lines (eight projects) 49,100.00 Cayuga Heights Village Replacement No. 1 14,000.00 Cayuga Heights Village Replacement No. 2 14.850,.00 $356,loo $476,500 Page 116 estimates the total cost of additions and improvements to the Treatment Plant as $225,000.00 in 1949. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 September 1, 1954 Adjusted to 1954 using an index of construction costs brings it to about $302,000.00 ($122,000 plus $180,000 as shown above). In following the policy relative to Sewer as outlined above, the costs (using the figures of the Report of the Greater Ithaca Fact - Finding Committee adjusted to 1954 costs) would be as follows: Cost City Village Other Areas (1) $122,000 $122,000 $ 0 $ 0 (2) $180,000 $ 0 75% or $135,000 25% or $45,000 (3) $476,500 94%or $448,000 6% or 28.50 * *'� Total $733,500 $570,000 $163,500 ** These percentages of 94% and 6% are based on population (29,257 - City, 1900 - Village) and approximate water consumption of City and Village. A proportionate share of this cost will be paid by other areas when annexed. Water All existing streets in Cayuga Heights Village are to be provided with water mains and service lines at the expense of the properties benefited. The area served will constitute a special assessment district within the enlarged city. Water mains and accessory equipment required to maintain proper pressure will be installed on the same benefit basis as the installation of the sewer lines. The problem is much smaller because a good portion of the new part of the Village (the old Cayuga Heights Water District) is already served. This method is the only one that is fair to the present City, the Old Village, and present water users in the old Water District. Commissioners Saperstone, Bradford, Colbert and Gaurnier spoke, commenting on the various items contained in the proposal and Alderman Johnson answered questions upon certain phases when questioned. Commissioner Saperstone stated that he -Tould not be able to vote on the question at this tLr.-e as he would need morn time to atudy the'matter. He asked to be excused from voting at this time. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the "Statement of Policy of Annexation of Cayuga Heights" as proposed by the Mayor's Joint Committee be accepted and that it be forwarded to the Common Council for approval. Ayes:- 5 - Colbert, Bradford, Clynes, Egan and Gaurnier Nays:- 0 Not voting: -1 - Saperstone ON LOTION the meeting was adjourned. Howard J.;Sinsabaugh Deputy City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACAI N. Y. Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. September 8, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Connolly and Dickens Attorney - Dahmen Supt.-of Public Works - Laverty Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy City Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the minutes of the last regular meeting be approved. Commissioner Egan questioned the report on Stewart Park presented by Commissioner Saperstone alleged to have been received from officials at Sampson Air Force Base, and inquired if this report was official. Commissioner Saperstone stated that he had a letter regarding this matter signed by Lieutenant Hixon who is in charge of Preventitive Medicine at Sampson Air Force Base and that he also had a letter from the Executive Office at Sampson stating that very little checking had ever been done at Stewart Park since it is mat uaed very often by their personnel. He agreed to furnish them if necessary for the record. Motion Carried BADS - HEAVY DUTY TRUCK: Warren Wixon, Horseheads, N.Y. appeared before the Board to answer any questions and give further information on his bid submitted at the last meeting for a heavy duty truck. The Board informed Mr. Wixon that, while his bid was the lowest received, it did not meet specifications and therefore could not be considered. SOUTH HILL SCHOOL DRIVEIJAY: The Clerk read a letter from Sherwood Holt, Architect for the Board of Education, requesting permission to cut back the curbs at the entrance and exit driveways of South Hill School, a distance of 70 feet to permit a long turning radius for school buses . Permission was also requested to construct the aprons from street =rb to property line with a concrete base covered with black top to permit better moulding of the surface to meet the street grade, avoid damage to the concrete surface by salt used in winter and permit easier patching should damage occur. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVM, that the requests be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried CAPITAL RESERVE FUNDS: The Clerk reported that the Council had requested the Board to indicate any free balances in Capital Reserve Funds No. 3, 4, 5, 6 and 8 that are available for investment. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee for study and report. , Carried BMS - FUEL OIL: Superintendent Laverty recommended advertising for bids on fuel oil for heating the City Hall for the coming season. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids as recommen- ded. Carried GAS 14AIN EXTENSIONS: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that both requests for gas main extensions presented by the N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. at the last meeting were approved by the Highway Committee. BIDS - HEAVY DUTY TRUCK: Commissioner Egan reported that the Buildings & Grounds Committee have studied the bids for a heavy duty truck and recommend that the bid be awarded to Ithaca Motors, the low bidder meeting all specifications. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bid submitted by Ithaca Motors for an International heavy duty truck equipped with winch, in the net amount of $10,272.00, which was the low bid meeting all, specifications, be and hereby is accepted and awarded, AND BE .T FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to authorize the transfer o'_' the sum of $10,272.00 from Capital. Reserve Fund No. 5, Public Works Equipment, to pay for this piece of equipment. Carried BIDS - PESKS & MAIRS: The Clerk reported that the Council had approved the seating arrangement provided for the Council Room with the addition of desks and chairs and requested the Board to proceed with the awarding of bids in this matter. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the low bid of T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. meetir, specifications, in the amount of $2,449.68, submitted April 28, 1954 for desks and ch-irs for the Council Room be and hereby is accepted and awarded. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEgDIN3TS AUDIT SHEET T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. N.Y.Telephone Co. Wilmar W. Carroll N.Y.State Electric & Gas Gorp. City of Ithaca - Tgater & Sewer Mfrs. Lillian Berdan Hack's Photo Copies Ozz_lid City Chamberlain Brewer & Brown Co.,Inc. Robinson & Carpenter Tioga Auto Parts C. J. Rumsey & Co. Baker Lumber & Supply Co.,Inc. City of Ithaca - Water & Sewer A. L. Barnum & Son Cramer's Auto carts Homer Stewart The B. F. Goodrich Co. Connolly & Scalia Fred J. Whiting Syracuse Supply Co. R. F. Pendleton Highway Materials Co.,Ind. Knight Paving Products Co. B. A. `yens Knight Paving Products,Inc. The General Crushed Stone Co. E. Y. McQuade The General Crushed Stone Co. Tom . J. Ryan James Lvnch Coal Co.,Inc. Perry Coal Co. Beals McCarthy & Rogers William H. Quinn N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. Ireland Mill & Supply Co.Inc.' Ladislav Mazourek Grass Cutting Equip. Co.,Inc. 0. M. Scott & Sons Co. Klein's Distributing Co. Div. Div. Tompkins County Memorial Hospital George G. McCauley,M.D. F. R. C. Forster,M.D. Brewer Excavating Ithaca Coop G.L.F. Service Jamieson - McKinney Co.,Ine. Sinclair Refining Co. Vasco Products Co. L. B. Townsend Ithaca Delivery & Storage Term. Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. Andy Soyring North Side Pharmacy University .Sand & Gravel APPROVED BY gIXANCE COMMITTEE: September 8,1954 19.11 42.54 --' 47.00- 15.96,° 113.19'" 34.22,' 5.00'" 1.64., 5.40' 4.64- 31.36" 124.88-x° 54.88 - 52.51- 272.17-- 526.2o . 130.00 87.26" lo6.91 4.63 -" 20.65_• 30.66,"' 15.56'°" 325.0 6.48°" 35.85 121.20^° 186.42'" 1,415.50;-- 24.00 566.2a`- 18.62-- 8.25 988.79 5.82 35.49'' 70.66'`" 3.45 ..p 49.75` 26.33- „. 18.70`° 80.6o.- 123.75" 2.50- 4.32 189.00 53.80 1.52 24.X30 -0� 52.92 31.29' r 4.90 ' 228.15 " 11-731-11 14.16 °" 874.89,,- t 3 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE September 8, 1954 Robertson, Glenn & Eva $ 14.58 -- Hansen, William 22108'1" Norris, W. Glenn ?.6.72`' Jennings, C. B. 4i .65 , Garmise, Morris L. & Martha K. 1;78:" Starandt, Robert 22.82° City of Ithaca General Fund 135.30`° City of Ithaca " " 213.36- - City of Ithaca " " 30:14•° N.Y.S. Electric & Gas Corp. 31.79-" Morse Chain Co. 325.50 State of New York H.M. Biggs Mem, Hosp, 62.95' APPROVED BY FINANC4, °COMMITTEE r A x .. t M h � a x Y T T � + y' Water and Sewer Fund invoices presented for audit >ept, 8, 1954. Binghamton - Heil Equipment Corp. 4 53,87 —' B and -Q Co., `I he 27.62— Bristol. Co,, The 28.2 "`' College Chevrolet Co. Inc, 51.7, �- it it it II 1053 e00 r°'p D. L, & W. K. A. Co. X8.00 Donovan, Frank Co. 23.11,, Grey, Walter E. 28.91 -''_ Haverstick & Co, Inc. 824.07 Ithaca, City of, General. Fund 171,65 � Ithaca Delivery 3.15" Jones, Co., John Wiley 1104.00. -~ Mialer f s, '. G. Sons Paper Co. 3.1 -ft" Neptune Meter Co. 359.10 --' New York Mate Electric & Gas Corp, 1327.33" New York Telephone Co. 17,12 - Yersonius, Carl TOOO rl.aza Plash Corp. 9.00 -� Pritchard' William 'x, 997.7: Vasco Pro&cts Co. 20.58 Wallace T Tiernan Co, Inc, 105.58°' Forster, F. R. C., tiro 10.80"' Tompkins County Memorial Hospital 118.25 *6,383.56 .Approved Finance committee r ". '+ * � x _ e d n � � 7 n x r fl x e y d * � dr � � � w �t z ¢ � r � m k 'k BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 September 8, 1954 AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Co7mni.ssioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried OV MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean City Clerk .�a �.r 1 i ! BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Regular Meeting PRESENT: Vice Chairman Colbert Commissioners _ Clynes, Bradford, Aldermen - Visnyei and Decker ,ttorney Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty .Asst. to Supt. Pub,lplks. - Rich Engineer } Cass Forester 4 Baker Clerk - Bean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh 4:30 p.m. September 22, 1954 Saperstone, Egan, and Gaurnier In the absem -"-.af Mayor Cook, Vice Chairman Colbert presided. .N Tf�� Commissioner Saperstone asked that the minutes of the last meeting be corrected in respect to.the-refnrence of his having received. a letter from Lt.Iiixon regarding Stewart Park. He denied saying that he had received such a letter and stated that he had received his information by telephone from officials a.t Sampson. He then advised that he had received a letter cm this su'aje•=t cixcl- that time. It was agreed to correot the minuteo as requested. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Comairssioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the minutes as corrected be and they hereby are approved. BIDS - FUEL OIL: Bids for furnishing the City with approximately 35,000 gallons of fuel oil for the coming season were received, opened and read by the Clerk as follows: Bidder Bid Price D. F. Head Oil Co. Tank I °lagon price at time of delivery less 1¢ pr.gal. South Side Coal & Oil Co. x.01$ under regular tank truck delivery price per gal. less 1% discount Sinclair Refining Co. Tank TTagon price at delivery less $.01,,5 per gel. Esso Std. Oil Co. Tank Wagon price at Johnson City plus going freight rates at time of delivery Culver Service :x.018 under regular tank wagon price L. B. Townsend Tank Wagon price at delivery less $.016 per gal. less 1% discount. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bids be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and report. Carried GIWI& STREET SIDEWALK: kir. Frank Lucente, owner of a house at 705 Giles Street. appeared before the Board and requested that sidewalks be constructed in the 700 block of this street so that mail delivery to his house may be had. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner C],ynes RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Hig2raay Committee for study and report. Carried 31M gOLIZZ: The Clerk read a letter from Ithaca College requesting reconsider - 4tion and a reduction in the amount that the College pays the City for the use of 'qty -owned facilities. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Conitissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and report. Carried P Sc C Ffl-= FOODS, INC.: The Clerk read a letter from P & C Family Foods, Inc. requesting permission to blacktop a portion of an unopened street located between a vacant lot, at the intersection of E. York and N. Tioga Streets, and Fall Creek. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the letter be referred to the Highway Committee and the Buildings and Grounds Committee for study and report. Carried 1ELEVISION POLE - LAKE STREET: The Clerk read a letter from The Television Shop requesting permission to set a pole on the west side of Lake Street opposite the Kline Road and Lake Street intersection to provide television cable service to the Renwick Heights area. Commissioner Gaurnier stated that this request is in line with our present policy and recommended approval. In answer to a query from Commissioner Saperstone, Commissioner Gaurnier reported that wherever possible all cables are being placed on telephone poles through arrangements with N.Y.Telephone Co. Byy Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, tthat the request be approved subject to the supervision of he City uperintendent. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS I Page 2 September 22, 1954 ROTHSCHILD BROS. SIDEWALK - E. STATE STREET: The Clerk read a letter from Rothschild Brothers requesting permission to resurface the sidewalk at 327 E. State Street with blacktop or asphalt material rather than concrete at this time for the following reasons: a. The walk to be replaced lies in the path of the proposed Tuning Fork and in the event that the Tuning Fork should be adopted in the next several years, our investment in a concrete sidewalk would be wasted. b. The premises are used as a gas service station and automobile agency and surface salts applied to city streets have caused the deterioration of this walk. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee for study and report. Carried BIDS - GRADER: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bid submitted by L. B. Smith & Co.,Syracuse, N.Y. for a new Galion model 118 grader, in the net amount of $11,985.00, which was the low bid meeting specifications, be and hereby is accepted and awarded, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to authorize the transfer of the sum of $11,985.00 from Capital Reserve Fund .,'15, Public Works Equipment, to pay for this piece of equipment. Carried SOUTH HILL SCHOOL DRIVEtnIAY: Commissioner Gaurnier reported that the Highway ~� Committee had approved the request of the Board of Education to cut back the curbs ' =b at the entrance and exit driveways of South Hill School on Hudson Street a "distance of 70 feet, but had denied their - request to use blacktop material on the sProns of these driveways. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the action of the Highway Committee in this matter be confirmed and approved. Carried STREET LIGHTS: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the following changes in the present street lighting system be approved: West Fall Street: Change the unit on Pole 59 -181 from 1,000 lumen to 2,500 lumen and install 2,500 lumen on Pole 59-190 at an additional cost of $36.90 per year. Oak Avenue: Change the units on Poles 231, 19 -29, 19 -31, 19 -34, 19 -42 from 1,000 lumen to 2,500 lumen and add 2 new 2,500 lumen lamps on Poles 45 and 287 at an additional annual cost of $91.60. Carried GRAIvDVIEW AVEW_R EXTENSION: Commissioner Gaurnier requested the City Attorney to review the history of the proposed extension of Grandview Avenue. Attorney Dahmen reported that the matter had been under discussion for a number of years; that Grandview Avenue was originally extended from S. Aurora street to the depth of the Morse Chain Company property and later extended another 100 feet to serve the Aurora Heights housing development; later the S. Hill Civic Association attempted to get bus service for the South Hill area which was tried but deemed to be unsuccessful by the Public Service Commission; that the South Hill Civic Association then pressed for extension of Grandview Avenue to Hudson Street pr*liminary to renewing another attempt for bus service; as a result the Board di* -ected him to investigate the necessary rights -of -way; that the Speno Estate, first owner on the north, was then willing to grant a right -of -way but expected to get paid for it if others got paid; that Mrs. Dennis, first owner on the south, objected at first because the street would come within three feet of her house but later iri.thdrew her objections when the street was realigned to be about 20 feet away; Ers. Dennis however expected to be paid for her lot which was appraised at that time for $500.00; in order to satisfy Mrs. Dennis this realignment of the street would require about fifty feet from the Speno Estate; the next owner,11inthrop Brown, asked $1,500.00 for -his lot; the real stumbling block was reached when he approached owmers of the Aurora Heights development who objected because their tenants objected; the tenants made up of about 28 families at that time objected because of safety of their children who played in the street, difficulty of getting in and out of their garages, dust, annoyance and dirt brought about by increased traffic, and privacy that would be taken away as a result; the owner further objected on the technical violation of the Board's rules in that the contemplated street did not provide for 50' width; that the Aurora Heights property was financed with FHA mortgage which would involve the Federal Government; and that the only way to get this right-of-way would be by condemnation proceedings which would be costly and long drawn out. He reported that he advised the Board at this point in the proceedings and was advised to take no further action. He reported further that since that time a large portion of the Speno property has been sold to the Board of Education and another portion has been sold for se as a BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 September 22., 1954 nursing home and when the remaining lots were offered for sale he advised the Speno Estate of the Board's action in the matter; now the South Hill Civic Association again urge extension of this street and the Speno Estate have asked Planning Board aprroval of the plan offered for the disposal of the remaining lots; that the Speno Estate has now offered a 25t right -of -way to the City or agreed to sell the first lot for $2,000.00 provided the street is realigned above Pearsall Place. He made an estimate of acquiring the necessary rights -of -way at this time as follows: Condemnation expenses Brown right -of -way Dennis right -of -way Speno Estate right -of -way $5,000-00 1,500.00 2i500.00 2.000.00 Total $11,000.00 Commissioner Gaurnier then asked the City Engineer to explain what conlei be done with a 251 right -of -way from the Speno property. Mr. Cass reported that it would provide a 421 street extended to Hudson Street but would not make a full inter- section with Pearsall Place; that it would place the street about 12 feet from brs. Dennis' house but would necessitate the removal of four large trees adjacent to the Dennis property to which lairs. Dennis strongly objects. Commissioner Gaurnier then pointed out that extension of this street will provide much greater fire protection to the Aurora Heights housing area, that the grounds around the new South Hill School being built on Hudson Street will provide playground area for neighborhood children and that if these facts are properly explained to area residents their objections may be withdrawn which in turn might result in a change of attitude on the part of the owners. He also pointed out that many of the original families who offered 61jection had since moved away and that many new people have to be considered. Commissioner Colbert expressed the opinion that if the owners withdraw objections there will be no opposition on the part of FHA officials. Alderman Visnyei spoke in favor of extending the street with a hope of renewing an appeal for bus service for South Hill and particularly pointed out that if either Hudson or Aurora Streets is blocked immediately above the railroad tracks then all traffic including fire and ambulance service, destined for the blocked off street will have to be detoured around the Coddington Road. After further discussion it was agreed that Board action should be taken in this matter prior to the next Planning Board and next Council meeting. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that a special meeting of the Board be scheduled for Wednesday, October 6, 1954, at 4:30 p.m. to take action on this matter. Carried S. LANSING WATER DISTRICT: Commissioner Saperstone recommended that the request of Russel R. Lane, Supervisor of the Town of Lansing, asking that the City agree to furnish water to a proposed water district to be formed in S. Lansing be denied Por the present. He reported that there are very few houses there now and that if suture demand warrants a renewed application can be made to the Board. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the recommendation be approved and the request be and hereby is denied for the present. Carried SALE OF LAND - GILES STREET: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone WHEREAS, a request has been presented to this Board for the purchase of a city - owned lot at the northeast corner of Giles Street and Treva Avenue, AND WHEREAS, upon investigation, it appears that this lot is not needed for city purposes, N(M THEREFOFw BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to have this lot appraised, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board recommend to the Common Council that this lot be sold at public auction as prescribed by law with the stipulation that no bid be accepted for less than the appraised value thereof. Carried CAPITAL RESERVE FUNDS: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that it is the sense of this Board that there are no free balances in Capital Reserve Funds 3, 4, 5, 6, & 8 available for investment purposes at this time. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and they hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and the same hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC T,�rORKS PROCEEDING -S AUDIT SHEET September 22, 1954 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMM1ITTFE: T.G.Mill.er's Sons Paper Co. 2.20 Phillips Ribbon & Carbon Co. 18.60 ` N.Y. Telephone Co. 29.92 ° City Chamberlain 10,81 Spencer's Repair Shop 213.31 The Ithaca Journal -News Inc. 4.94 N.Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. 175.92r A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7.00 t' Ithaca 'Window Cleaning Co. 14.60 State Street, Tyd.ol Service 3.50 r;lgi-n Sweeper Co. 339.04 Norton Electric Co. 70.50 Ithaca- Motors Co. 7.07 Coverall Service & Supply Co. 56.00 College Chevrolet Co.Inc. 14.69 Ingersoll -Ra.nd Co, 6.00 Knight Paving Products Co. 78.87" Knight Paving Products Co. 93.21 =- alby & Son 108.85 The Ithaca Journal -News Inc. 3.14 Cayuga Lumber Co. 4.70 Knight Paving Products Co.,Inc. 78.87 4- Beals McCarthy & Rogers 115.66 kumsey- Ithaca Corp. 1,482.51 The General Crushed Stone Co. 1,952.20 " The B.F. Goodrich Co. 20.24 Ames Weldirg & Supply Co. 27.30 N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. 8.16 4J. J. G. Pritchard & Son 18.00 Geneva Daily Times 3.80. Elmira Star- Gazette,Inc. 5.04 Frank 'Whatman 7.80 = John Fwanicki 96.00 Z� Citv of Ithaca - Water & Sewer Div. 378.80 Grass Cutting Equip. Co.,Inc. 6.07 Wheaton's Sheet Yetal Shop 7.20 F.R.C. Forster, M.D. 28.08 '2he General Crushed Stone Co. 421.82 r C. H. Brink 90.00 Harold Hoose 78.00 James Clark `� 90.00 Genesee Wiping Cloth Co. 66.96 Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 243.88 Have.rstick & Co.,Inc. 480.78 James Robinson 40.00 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMM1ITTFE: DOAK OF T UPLIC ','I"RKS PRCCESDINGS RILLS RFCEIVABJE Sertember 22, 1954 City of Ithaca (Rohrer) 25.00- - McKinneys eater District 226.50- Finger Lakes State Parks Comm. 18.75 City of Ithaca(Police Department) 3.94° City of Ithaca (Stowart Park) 10.52 Dennis, Roger 8.29 Rayls, Geo. J. 2.$2 "'M McHenry, Craig 82 2 __ Johnson, Philip G. 12.82 Henry Holland Garnet Lodge 6.58- -- N. Y. S. College of Agriculture 54.03 Filley, Patrick & Ruth 5.94'- Bower, Chauncey & Bessie 42.30 Osborn, Agda 8.29 Drake, Lee M. 155.63 Coleman, Francis J. $8.88 - - Coggshall, `.'m L. r Josephine S. $6.13- Dawson, Jeffery 124.44 Rradt, Clarence 4.$7 ",. Finger Lakes Post ,Y961, V.F.11. 159-08---' Winston, Eugene & Mamie R. 5.94 F and C Property Coor. Inc. +49.63 ". - General Fund Cornell University Athletic Assoc. 387.99 'l APPROVED PY FINANCE COI 'ITTEE k f C t t Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented For ai,,.dit -Deptember 22, 19LA10 Baker Lumber and Supply Co. Inc. *68975-- Binghamton - Ithaca Express Inc. 11.93= College Chevrolet Co. Inc, 3414900— {1 tI tt it 21- 14,00-- Cramer's Auto karts Finger Lakes Chemical Co. Goulds Pumps Inc, 78.05 Graham, L. L. 24907x_ Ithaca, City of, water F,.n 1319.63 Ithaca Pelivery 2.45 -- Ithaca Junk Co, 32,00" Head, henry R, 3.bb-- Hia_ll heating and Plumbing Co. 5o92-'- Kelsey, Charles W., Collector 197.96-' - Lehigh Valley it. R. Co. 130,2h -- - Little, A. M. & Son 1, Miller's., "1', G.Son s Paper Co. 16.55-- Nueiler Co. 111.88- tvew York Telephone Co, 29.70 Norton Electric Co, 36.90 Remington - hand Inc. 14,80.•-° Rich, Charles W. 51.15 . Robinson R, Car; enter 72026 humsey, C. J. Co, 37.b." eL msey - Ithaca. Corp. 99.29 btewart, Homer 6,90 Sturm Bros. 7. ?5'" Townsend, B. B. 29.64-_ Wallace & Tiernan Co. 32.40 Wheaton's Sheet Metal bhop 1,60- White ivurseries 5.9 Winter, James Y'., Collector 202.04' $, ? 30.56 Approved Finance Committee A 4� � v?W 4 k A b h h Q z n C fi N V R n � � BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 September 22, 1954 STEHIART PARK STrllrfii IIITG ETC.: Commissioner Saperstone reviewed in detail the recent controversy regarding swimming conditions at Stewart Park and pollution of Cayuga Lake and presented letters from officials at Sampson regarding this matter. The Clerk was directed to make the letters a part of these minutes as follows: HEADQUARTERS SAMPSON AIR FORCE BASE AND 3650TH MILITARY TRAINING WING SAMPSON AIR FORCE BASE GENEVA, NOPT YORK August 10,1954 Mr. David A. Sapperstone 209 -213 East State Street Ithaca, New York Dear Dave: This is in answer to your letter of August 2nd, pertaining to the beach area in Stewart Park. "i We have a good Ground Safety organization here, which is the agency keeping tabs on water safety. They make recommendations on areas which aA their information indicates are hazardous. On questions of pollution, they normally utilize results of tests made by City, County or State, when available, and call on our own medical people only when necessary. According to their own observations and checks with your Park people, they considered the patronage of Stewart Park by our airmen to be so limited as not to warrant a specific investigation from the safety stand- point. Therefore, to the best of my knowledge, no information has been sought and no tests made by our medical men on the water at Stewart Park. I would assume that data on bacteria tests could be obtained from your City, County or State officials. If you feel we are wrong about the limited use of Stewart by military personnel, we would be glad to take another check on the situation or receive any data the Park officials may have. In Reply Refer To: Sincerely, s/ Clair CLAIR L. WOOD Colonel, USAF OFFICE OF INFORMATION SERVICES 3650TH MILITARY TRAINING ? ,TING SAMPSON AIR FORCE BASE Geneva, New York Mr. David A. Saperstone Cayuga Apartments 100 West Buffalo Street Ithaca, New York Dear Mr. Saperstone: September 10, 1954 I regret the delay in answering your original correspondence of August 27th; however, there was considerable research and co- ordination required in order to provide adequate answers to your questions. Inclosed with this letter is another piece of correspondence from our Hospital Commander, Colonel Tobin, to the Tompkins County Health Officer. I think that the information contained therein plus the copy of the water samples test results taken throughout the summer by our Freventive Tledicine Section will answer your questions. While the Stewart Park beach leaves much to be desired as far as clean water is concerned, medical analysis and evaluation ��wFe BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 5 September 22, 1954 of our bacteriological tests reveal that the degree of pollution is not beyond safe limits and off - limits action is not contemplated at this time. If this office may be of further service to you, please feel free to call upon us. Sincerely, s/Charles F. Geotge,Jr• CHARLES F. GEORGE, JR.. 1st Lt. USAF Assistant Information Officer ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. a eo. A. Blean, City Clerk 11.7 BOARD OIL PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACf, ,N . Y. Special heeting 4:30 p.m. October 6, 1954 PRESENT: 11ayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Dradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Dickens, Connolly, Komaromi, Visnyei, Wilkinson, Johnson Supervisor - Hall Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Pub. Wks. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker City Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh GRANDYW4 AVENUE: The meeting was convened by the hayor who explained that it was a special meeting for the purpose of discussing the proposed extension of Grandview Avenue or an alternate between Hudson & Aurora Streets. He stated that tTTo petitions and a letter in regard to this matter are on file and since most of the viewpoints are contained in them he would limit any area speakers to five minutes each. w The Clerk read a petition signed by approximately seventy residents of the y Aurora. Heights Apartments opposing the extension of Grandview Avenue to Hudson Street -" and suggesting an alternate str ©et to the north of Grandview Court and adjacent to the new South Hill School. �D He read another petition from home owners, renters and other residents of the South Hill area, which contained about 619 signatures, urging the City to acquire by gift, purchase or condemnation the necessary rights -of -way and to extend Grand- view Avenue to Hudson Street as soon as possible. The Clerk then read a letter from Wm. L. Gragg, Superintendent of Schools stating that members of the Board of Education support the stand of the South Hill Civic Assoc. for the extension of Grandview Avenue and object to re- locating the street on the property in which the Board of Education is interested. Supervisor Hall presented a letter urging that the extension of Grandview Ave. as originally planned be made a reality and requested the Board to reaffirm the stand taken two years ago for the public betterment of South Hill. Mr. Slater, President of the South Hill Association, Alderman Komaromi and Alderman Visnyei all spoke in favor of extending Grandview Avenue. The Mayor then called on Commissioner Gaurnier who read a resume of various Board actions oaken or. this matter from time to time. Attorney Dahmen stated that he had changed his opinion of the cost of acquiring the various rights -of -way n eded in the matter and h is revisne, his estimate uptTard cor_cidercbly since the LP.S� meeting. - He expressed the fear that the cost might conceivably run as high as $500000.00 depending upon what the damages to Aurora Heights Apartments might be if the tenants move out as threatned or the owners thereof had to reduce their rentals to any extent. Commissioner Gaurnier called attention to the fact that the Board has already gone on record as approving the extension of Grandview Avenue, that the Board of Education are opposed to relocating= another street on their property, and that executors of the Speno Estate are anxious to settle the estate. He therefore recommended that the Board take action to acquire the south - easterly lot of the Speno estate at this time so that the Planning Board may be in a position to approve plans for development of the balance of this property. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes and Saperstone i'?ESOLVED, that the Common Council be and hereby are requested to provide an appropriation of $2,000.00 for the purpose of acquiring the south - easterly lot of the Speno Estate; and that the entire matter involving costs etc. be left with the Board for further study and action at a Later date. Carried 0,11 P-_OTION the meeting was adjourned. `.e Gec A. Blean, Cit Clerk I18 Regular Meeting BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. 4 :30 p.m. October 13, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Alderman - Wilkinson Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker City Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES_ The minutes of the last regular meeting and the special meeting held October 6, 1954 were duly approved. PUBLIC HEARING - PEARSJ5LL PLACE CURB & GUTTER: The Mayor opened the public hearing advertised for this time regarding construction of curb and gutter on the north side of Pearsall Place from Hawthorne Place to the city line. No one appeared in oppo- sition to this proposed 'improvement. Supt. Laverty advised that, if the Board approves this project, funds will be requested in the 1955 budget. The matter was referred back to the Highway Committee. POST - STANDARD: The Clerk read a letter from the Post - Standard requesting permission to place newspaper dispensing units at the following locations: Corner of University & Stewart Avenues at Belleayre Apartments Northeast corner of Wyckoff & Thurston Avenues Thurston Ave. bridge at northwest corner of University & Thurston Avenues Commissioner Gaurnier recommended approval, commenting that it was to be under- stood that exclusive use was not being given to any newspaper. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request of the Post - Standard for permission to erect newspaper dispensing units at the three locations mentioned above be granted. Carried PEARSPLL PLACE - SO4ER C01WECTION• The Clerk read a letter from Harry N. Gordon, Supervisor from the Town of Ithaca, requesting permission to connect the pumping station being built on Pearsall Place to the city sanitary sewer system. The request was referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and report. A.__J. COLDER REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from A. J. Golder, 107 Campbell Ave., requesting a hearing before the Water & Sewer Committee for the purpose of further exploring the charges for water service installation, road repair and collection methods for same. The request was referred to the Water & Sewer Committee. WATER BILL - TO14V OF ITH,ACA: Supt. Laverty presented a memo regarding the expunge - ment of water bill 4131 rendered to the Town of Ithaca and recommended that it be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee. It was so ordered. F%-J. LAVERTY - VACATION: Supt. Laverty advised the Board that he would be absent on vacation from Thursday, October 14th. to Thursday October 21, 1954. P_& C F N:I1 LY FOODS INC • By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that P & C Family Foods, Inc. be authorized to black top and use a portion of Water Street north of York Street for parking purposes with the following provisions. a. That license be revocable on 30 -day notice, or immediately in case of emergency. b. That the bank and dike along Fail Creek will not be disturbed and is not included in the agreement. c. That a sidewalk be constructed along E. York Street. d. That standard curb openings be used. e. That the area between the sidewalk and curb is to remain in grass. Carried GILES STREET SIDDIALK: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RDSOLDED, that the request of Frank Lucente for the construction of a sidewalk in the 700 block of Giles Street be and hereby is denied. Carried ROTHSCHILD BROS. SIDEUTAL - . STLM E ..� STREET: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request of Rothschild Brothers to resurface the sidewalk at 327 E. State Street with asphalt be denied, as it is contrary to Board policy to d Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit October 13., 1954. Baker Lumber and Supply Go. a06.77 Bangs, Frank A. 12.39 Beals, McCarthy & Rogers Inc. 141.71 Besemer, H. D. 492.00 L Binghamton Industrial Supply Co. 178.23 Binghamton *-Ithaca Express Lines 36.2 u, Brewer, Donald Carter, halph B. Co. 16.86 Cayuga Motor Sales Corp. 1.91 Chase National Bank, The 13.58 College Chevrolet Co. 33.69 h 11 It 711,00 Failing Plumbing Co. 7.22 Freeville Concrete Products Co. 239.110 f Garlock Packing Co., The 27.32- General Chemical Division 674.76 General Electric 5.70 Goodrich, The B. F. Co. 60.17 Graham, L. L. 198.00 Gray, Emily, Collector 286.33 Grey, Walter E. 25.18 Hanks, The Fired W. Co. 202.92 -' Haverstick 8: Co. 316.1,.6 -' Ithaca Delivery 5.70 Jardeson - McKinney Co. 72.82 ` Jones, John Wiley Co. 828.00 Kline's Pharmacy 8.58 Little, A. M. & Son 38.91 Mazourek, Ladislov 1.20 -' Miller's, T. G. Sons Paper Co. 1002 M- Neptune heter Co. 359.10 ' . New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 111.3.115 It It it 11 ti 11 tl 191.72 New York Telephone Co. 5 3.57 Gam' Personius, Carl 7.07 i Pollard, Joseph G. Co. Inc. 105.07 Red Star Express Lines 2.45 I,o Robinson & Carpenter 137.61 =� Rums ey, C. J, & C o. 20.13 Soyring, Andy 111.55 f" Stewart, Homer 197.1:0 Thayer kppiiance Co. 2.001,=` Townsend, L. B. 20.31 - Wallace Steel &-S upply Co. 53.51 Walton - East Branch Foundry Corp. 264.33 Welles Supply Co., The 384,34 , Will Corporation 18.93 Wolverton Construction Co. 108.00 Workwn's Compensation Board, Chairman 4*68 n ti it 13.49 Forster, Dr. R. F.C. 23.22 Larldn, Dr. Leo P. 16.20 #� 71211.50 Approved Finance Committee r n n K a „ '�. A � � N 9 k' m 9 � � V 9 4 P 4 i A r n n K � � � � k' � � V BOARD OF PUBLIC aVORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE October 6, 1954 Morse Chain Co. $ 175.00 -.. City of Ithaca (Bergholtz & Golf Course) 301.$3 "� Tidd, Norman E. 5.57•" BelleaYre Mgnt. Inc. 6.12, ' Lauman, Frances A. W. 32.16 Fogg, V. A. 7.34 - Pi Lambda Phi 12.44'" Me Gee, Wm. J. & Claudia 8.29 Theta Chi 11.36` Datris, Joseph 201.25'- Board of Education 333.92 Munschauer, John L. 22.82" State of New.York (Biggs) $31.26. - General Fund City of Ithaca ( Water & Sewer Div.) 3,305.36-, New York State Electric & Gas Corp. ,580.12 = Herman M. Biggs Memorial Hospital 82.50. APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE iM d C iM BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET October 13, 1954 Jacob Novidor 250.00 - T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 3-67- Syracuse Supply Co. 9.08'" Home & Garden Supply 34.33 - N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. 129.34'° N.Y. State Gas & Else. Corp, 88.94 Sam Cooper 166.00'" College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. 51.80- - George G. McCauley,M.D. 16.50-- N.Y.Telephone Co. 76.41x'` VanNatta Office Equipment Co. 18.05'00, Burroughs Corp. 1.20""" Haverstick & Co.Inc. 41.18 - T. G.- Miller's Sons Paper Co. 23.62' Baker Lumber & Supply Co. 348.68` Tioga Auto Parts 52.00°' Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. 705.30°" White Nurseries 17.44 Orlo R. Nichol 150.00 North Side Pharmacy 12.50"° A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7.00' Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. 14.60'" City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer) 10-520.- Ladislav Mazourek 5.30" Esso Standard oil Co. 35.04"" The General Crushed Stone Co. 615.10- - Economy Motor Sales 24.25 -- Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.00 --" A. L. Barnum & Son 150.50. -" The D. L. & W. Railroad Co. 5.00' Municipal Street Sign Co.,Ine. 130 85" Plaza Nash Corp. 3.75 The Garlock Packing Co. 2.68," Robert Page 31.50"" L. B. Townsend 10.24,,- The General Crushed Stone Co. 103.35`' The Buffalo- Springfield Roller Co. 107.28x ", A. M. Little & Son 45.00 °"e Elgin Sweeper Co. 79.42=''" Knight Paving Products,Inc. 233.70 Wm. J. Ryan 22.61'° City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 301 -W Ithaca Coop G.L.F. Serviee,Inc. 56.20..., N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. 2,004.14 Brewer & Brown Co.,Ine. 12,25,-' Homer Stewart 5.69' Ithaca Motors Co. 3-23"" E. N. McQuade 30.00" Brewer Excavating 112.50 Grass Cutting Equipment Co.Inc. 262.00 - Colbert's Corner Grocery 19-56- Sinclair Refining Co. 24.55 James C. Avery 15.00 -- J. C. Georg Construction Co. 510.00"0' Binghamton Heil Equip. Corp. 5.09 `* Brockway Motor Co,Inc. 31.50" Fred J. Whiting 10.20, Frank A. Bangs 31.28,' Ithaca Delivery 2.451-1 Goodyear Service Stores 31.37°" City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Dept.) 151.16" 25.35 ' Connolly & Scalia " Brewer & Brown Co.,inc. 26.13 William H. Quinn 36.40' 483.23 Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. Coverall Service & Supply Co. 87.50 � Ithaca Gear & Auto Parts Co. 47.00 Cramer's Auto.Parts 105.40 .._ a - . r. ,. �. .,. . , �, .' a �.., s . a. n. �A M � ,. + 3 • � a � ,. •''' � . s• X �. t '� S BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET October 13,1954 Andy Soyring Wallace Steel & Supply Co. Robinson & Carpenter Sinclair Refining Co. C. J. Rumsey & Co. University Sand & Gravel James Lynch Coal Co.Inc. Roy Compton Leary Coal Co. APPROVED BY FINANCE COINMITTEE: 29.69,— 310-21— 29-37 `'°" 256.85— 117.75 " 1,148-56-- 59-35 6.00 22.0011, .� , ,, x _.�,. :�, ,... ,. , . �,.. , .. . BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 October 13, 1954 permit the use of this material for this purpose. Carried In this connection Commissioner Saperstone expressed the opinion that sidewalks on the other side of State Street opposite the Rothschild walk were in equally bad state of repair and asked if either the First National Bank, Mr. VanLent or Mir. Petrillose had been notified to have their respective walks repaired. Supt. Laverty reported that Hr. VanLent had been mailed a notice but that neither of the other two had and advised that he would have another inspection of these two walks made. POWER BROONi RACK ASSEMBLY: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested to authorize the transfer of the sum of $704.17 from Capital Reserve Fund #5 to pay for a power broom rack assembly which has been previously authorized by the Board. Carried GrINDVIEW AVENUE: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RLSOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to get two indepen- dent re- appraisals of the value of the right -of -way and the contingent damage which would be caused by the construction of Grandview Avenue. Carried BIDS - FUEL OIL: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the low bid submitted by Culver Service for furnishing the City with fuel oil for the coming season at tank wagon price less 1.N per gallon be and hereby is accepted and awarded, since the City is unable to take quantities specified in the Esso Standard Oil Co. bid. Carried ITHACA COLLEGE AGREEMENT: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RLSOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to prepare a new annual agreement, to become effective October 1, 1954, between the City and Ithaca College for the use of City recreational facilities at an annual rental of $1,400.00; the reduction from $2,000.00 paid in former years is based on decreased usage as a result of less enrollment. Carried LU, : By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes .;,_;SOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the s,�-ne hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried FLUORIDATION: Upon inquiry by Commissioner Saperstone, Mayor Cook reviewed the discussion and action taken by the Common Council approving in principle the fluoridation of the city's water supply. He stated that he felt there should be a thorough study of the matter made by the Board and a public hearing held thereon before any final action is taken. Commissioner Saperstone agreed to have such a hearing held by the Water & Sewer Committee. QPITAL RESERVES: Commissioner Saperstone inquired as to the status of the free balances remaining in the Capital Reserves in respect to the investment of these funds. 'Alderman Wilkinson stated that members of the Council feel that, if these funds are not available for long -term investment, then they should be transferred from an open checking account and deposited in an interest bearing time account. Inasmuch as the Board Twill have another meeting prior to the next Council meeting, Commissioner Gaurnier recommended that the matter be referred back to the Finance Committee of the Board for further study and recommendation. It was so ordered by the Hlayor. STREET ,JIDEAIING: Alderman Wilkinson urged the Board to consider and present a long -range program for street widening to be considered in preparing the budget for the coming year. STEWART PARK IMPROUEMENT: Upon inquiry by Commissioner Saperstone regarding the status of the development of a program for improvements at Stewart Park, Commissioner Egan reported progress indicating that he expected a report thereon would be forth- coming at a later date. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Regular Meeting PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners: Colbert, Clynes, Aldermen - Connolly and Dickens Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh 4:30 p.m. October 27, 1954 Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier MINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. WAGE INCREASE: The Clerk reported that a-request presented to the Council by the International Association of, Machinists for a wage increase and other fringe benefitE for hourly rated employees had been referred to the Board for consideration in preparing the budget for 1955• Mayor Cook referred the request to The Finance Committee for consideration. TREE REMOVAL: The Clerk read a letter from D. G. Gillette requesting the removal of a large elm tree from in front of his residence at 304 N. Geneva Street. He read a similar request from John E. Slade residing at 312 N. Geneva Street. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that both requests be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH SIGN: The Clerk read a letter from Tabernacle Baptist Church requesting permission to erect a church sign between the sidewalk and curb at the corner of N. Cayuga and E. Lincoln Street in front of Church property. The request was referred to the Highway Committee for recommendation. INLET RETAINING WALL: The Clerk read a letter from N. Y. State Department of Public Works regarding the failure of part of Cayuga Inlet Wall, at 315 Taughannock Blvd„ , Ithaca, N. Y., which failure occurred July 26, 1954. The letter advised that the State cannot participate in the repairs of this wall since their Department Counsel has rendered an opinion that the duty of repairing the wall is the responsi- bility of the City Government of Ithaca. The letter was referred to the City Attorney to ascertain under what authority the wall was originally built. STANDARD OIL CO. CURB: The Clerk read a letter from Standard Oil Co. requesting a new 35t curb cut near the northeast corner in front of their bulk plant at 723 Cascadilla Street. By Commissioner Clynes: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Highway Committee with power. Carried R. D. DTT;?�. LETTER: The Clerk read a letter from R. H. Denman, Colegrove Road, regarding a smell brook adjacent to his lot on Cliff Street. He pointed out that :then the West Hill water tank is flushed the resulting water causes deposits of gravel and trash to accumulate in this brook which in turn tends to make the water spill over ,on his and other adjoining lands. He asked that this deposit of gravel and trash. be removed to relieve this situation and gave his permission for City equipment to go over his land for this purpose. The request was referred to the Superintendent for action. CITY CF,hETERY BEQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Albridge C. Smith 3rd., one of the executors of the estate of Juliet G. Ashley regarding a bequest of $1,000 left in trust to provide flowers for the Holmes -Stamp Lot in the City Cemetery. He enclosed a Refunding Bond and Release in this matter and asked that it be execute by the City. Attorney Dahmen explained that this bequest should be set up in a separate accour sir_ce it provides for placing flowers on the grave at regular intervals. Commissioner Bradford informed the Board that local banks handle many such accounts in similar instances. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request in this matter be denied since the City has its own problems; and that the executors be advised of the handling of similar accounts by local banks. Commissioner Saperstone suggested that this action might set a precedent in not accepting funds donated to the City for any purpose. After further discussion and further explanation by the City Attorney the motion in this respect was withdrawn by Commissioner Gaurnier. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 October 27, 1954 By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bequest be accepted; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign and execute the Release in this matter. Carried FLUORIDATION: The Clerk read the Minutes of the Common Council of October 6, 1954 as it pertains to the matter of fluoridation. Mayor Cook referred this to the Water & Sewer Committee. GRAP?DVIEW AVE. EXT.EISION: Attorney Dahmen reported receipt of a letter from the owners of Aurora Heights housing development advising that they were still opposed to the extension of Grandview Avenue through to Hudson Street. HURRICANE DAMfiGE REPORT: Supt. Laverty presented and reviewed a report of the storm damage caused by Hurricane Hazel on October 15, 1954 as follows: STORM DAMAGE HURRICANE OF OCTOBER 15, 1954 A survey of the City shows the following damage as a result of the hurricane of October 15, 1954. In all, 45 trees were destroyed, Of these, 33 were uprooted and 12 were broken off above the ground in some part of the trunk or large branches. There were 19 instances of damage to buildings, 6 of which were large branches and 12 whole trees of various sizes. One tree did damage to two buildings. The damage to buildings follows: Address Tree Approx. Size Cause 308 W. Court St. Large elm 48" Uprooted 418 W. Court St. Hard maple 18" Uprooted 320 W. Buffalo St, Large elm 36" Uprooted 330 W. Buffalo St. Large elm 36" Uprooted 402 W. Buffalo St. Large elm 36" Uprooted 214 N. Plain St. Elm branch elm lg Broken off 302 S. Plain St. Small catalpa 12" Uprooted 433 F. Geneva St. Large elm 48" Uprooted 234 S. Albany St. Soft maple branch elm sm Broken off 108 W. Jay St. Small black locust 18" Uprooted 306 E. Yates St. Elm 36" Uprooted 314 Farm St. Soft maple branch Broken off 422 E. Buffalo St. Hard maple 24" Uprooted 326 W. Seneca St. Hard maple 24" Uprooted 416 W. Seneca St. Hard maple 24" Broken off 516 W. Seneca St. Soft maple branch Broken off 305 First St. Soft maple branch Broken off 110 Ferris pla Hard maple 12" Uprooted Condition Good Good good good good cavity good some decE good fair fair good good poor fair poor The following tabulation will show the principal damage. This damage was almost entirely on the flats, there being very little damage in any of the three hill sections. Street No. Tree N.Aurora 443 hard maple 519 soft maple Auburn 108 soft maple S.Albany 201 hard maple 234 soft maple tT. Jay 108 black locust Clevelarui Ave. 109 soft maple N. Tioga 437 catalpa 701 catalpa 802 catalpa 803 hard maple 803 elm lg 847 elm lg 807 elm lg 815 elm 805 elm ii nn 308 elm 131 elm sm Court 121 hard maple 200.bl. hard maple 308 elm 48" 418 hard maple 520' soft maple Uprooted Broken Off House X x x x x x x x x x X x x x x x Remarks large limb large limb large limb large limb large limb and large limb large limb large limb large limb large limb large limb large limb Street First W,Buffalo Esty TJ& Seneca ?d. Green Cascadilla Corn IT . Corn PD: -k Pl. Y. Plain S, Plain N. Geneva Utica W. York N. Cayuga Farm E. Yates Lewis Queen Lincoln W. Monroe Hancock State Dryden Rd. Linden Ave. Ferris pl. Osmun P1. E. Buffalo BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 No. Tree 305 soft maple 320 elm lg 330 elm lg 402 elm lg 212 H C Nut 220 H 0 Nut 220 bl, elm lg 315 elm lg 326 hard maple 320 soft maple 416 hard maple 516 soft maple 124 elm 24" 100 bl. soft maple 400 bl. elm 40" 113 locust 217 elm' 129 elm 36,, 220 elm 40" 214 elm 36" 101 H C Nut 24" 302 catalpa 433 elm 48" 437 soft maple 215 BX elder 313 elm 104 elm 715 soft maple 200 bl. hard maple 100 bl. hard maple 314 soft maple 306 elm 306 elm 300 bl.catalpa 100 bl. elm 200 bl. elm 100 Bx elder 100 Bx elder 100 b1. Bx elder 208 hard maple 500 bl. elm 18" 403 elm 18" 235 hard maple 110 hard maple 110 elm 36" 422 hard maple Total trees uprooted 33 Total trees broken off 12 No. buildings damaged 19 Large branches 28 Total trees lost 45 October 27, 1954 Uprooted Broken Off House Remarks X X X X X X X x X X x X X ►N x x x x x large limb large limb x some basal decay some basal deca: X, x x x x x X X X xx X x X x x x x x X x x X X X X poor, listed large limb 2 large limbs good large limb large limb large limb large limb small listed large limb small tree large limb large limb large limb large limb large ,limb small tree good small tree x good X good. In concluding Superintendent Laverty reported that the detailed survey of all trees in the City which was started prior to the hurricane is nearing completion and is expected to be'ready for presentation at the next meeting of the Board. By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the appreciation of the Board be expressed to the Superintendent, - tisst. to Superintendent, City Engineer, City Forester and all other officials and employees of the City of Ithaca who helped and did such a wonderful job in such a short time in repairing the damage in so far as possible and removing the debris from city streets. Carried " Yayor Cook added his personal commendation to all those who helped in any way )r a grand job done in the hours during and after the hurricane., He especially congratulated Charles YT. Rich, who took charge in the absence of the Superintendent, and commended him for the leadership he showed and the moral support his own efforts lent to the work to be done. He also congratulated the City Engineer and City Forester for their work. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE October 27, 1954 City of Ithaca 25.00-- - City of Ithaca (General Fund) 477.79- - New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 5.94--- - Jenkins, Herbert T. 17.255-- - Pi Lambda Phi 8.29 -r Newhall, Allen G. 8029 -= Hull Heating and Plumbing Co. 13-28--- Hull Heating and Plumbing Co. 9.72--" Kirkup, Mrs. Thomas 2.82x_. Chordash, Michael 2.82..° GENERAL FUND George Westbrook 35.05 APPROVED BY FINANCE CCWITTEE w BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET October 27, 1954 City Chamberlain 3.69' Hearne.Brothers 47.50 - Wilcox Press, Inc. 34.36`` - T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. .98 "'. T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 2.94 The B. F. Goodrich Co. 65.08' Donohue - Halverson, Inc. 128.30°° Sinclair Refining Co. 463.51•' Syracuse Supply Co. 7.35 - Syracuse Supply Co. 738.69^" Spencer's Body Shop 61.50- - Goodyear Service Stores 115.o8,,' Highways Materials Co.,Inc. 10.18, Brockway Motor Co.,Inc. 25.51,"' Frank Whatman 4.40 - Sturm Bros. 8.95,'" Cayuga Lumber Co. 67. &2'" Cayuga Salt Sales 394.56`" Smith & Caffery Co. 141.68 - Ames Welding & Supply Co. 13.95 Beals McCarthy & Rogers 7.86 - Crouse -Hinds Co. 14.52 New York State Else. & Gas Corp. 41.6o- Allen Tractor & Equip. Service 733.07 ° °" Home & Garden Supply 30.81 ~° Ireland Mill & Supply Co.,Inc. 22-50-- White's Sinclair Service Station 9.46 — Allen Tractor & Equip. Service 100.00 Stallma.n of Ithaca, Inc. 55.74' James Johnson 81.00- Cayuga Trucking Co: 117.00 - New York State Elec. & Gas Corp. 45.76' Ladislav Mazourek 12,70' Brewer & Brown Co.Inc. 11.81, Grass Cutting Equip. Co.Inc. 267.36~° - Kouf Bros. 62.50-,... Tomp. Co. Memo. Hospital 86.14 F.R.C. Forster, M.D. 4.32 - The General Crushed Stone Co. 109.06` Knight Paving Products,Inc. 667.74, Martin & Son, Inc. 1,584.00 -- Beals'McCarthy & Rogers, Inc. 170.82 Socony Vacuum Oil Co. 424.10-� Clarkson Chemical Co.,Inc. 73.15.. APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: f ' -;: .. � , a, r � � � . ,� .. .� y ,- -� �� ..� ,» Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit October 27, 1954. Allen, John T. $15.05 ! ' Allen Tractor & Equipment Service 260.90 Beals, McCarthy & Rogers- Inc. 36.55�'"y Besemer, H. D. 48.00 Binghamton - Heil Equipment Corp. 12.51. Binghamton Industrial Supply Co. 210.50 ,P'; �r Cayuga Lumber Co. 114.54 `" Clarkson Chemical Co. Inc. 27.00 � College Chevrolet Co. Inc. 6.49 ' Consolidated Brick. Co. 1.76 Cramer t s Auto Parts 58.10 ' ° ",• Donovan, Frank Co. 140.86 Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5.94 Finger Lakes Fuel Supply Co. 189.00 Garland Co., The 11-1.73 Goodrich, The B. F. Co. 25.74 , Graham, L. L. 279.00 z`_.- Hayman, Michael & Co. Inc. 112.88 Head., Henry R. 4.55 Hull Heating & PiumbiriC Co. 1.95 Ithaca, City of, General Fund 158.88 It 11 It it It 192.61 G '� Ithaca Gear & Auto Parts 33.55 Ithaca Junk Co, 18.00 ;.., Tthaca Printing Service 268.214 Jones, John Wiley Co. 1414000 ,', ` Juhl, Joyce, Collector 2,671.96 X, ry Little, A., M. & Son 33.35 , Lynch, Harry E. 30.50 Lynch, James Coal Co. 270.00 Mack's Photo Copies 3.65 a IvUllerts, T. G. Sons Paper Co. 17.614 National Gypsum Co. 372.51 ..,- National Lead Co. 323.47 c° National Welding 90. 9. Neptune =deter Co. 359.10 New York Telephone Co. 29.85 Niagara Motor Frieght Corp. 2.74 Norton Electric Co. 75.53 Red Star Lbmress Lines 5.17 Rumsey - Ithaca Corp. 70027 . Socony - Vacuum Oil Co. 15.40 Sturm Bros. 14.45 Taber, Paul 392098 Wheaton's Sheet ��etal Shop 7.83: Will Corporation 16.80 Mazza, Dr. Ralph J. 1149.04 ;r 7 , 603.83 City Chamberlain .68` a Approved Finance ConCAtee n ft '{ a A A R � n � N t L � '� 3 m C � n s � n 0 w m a ' n � • � a A � ry x n x{ A R .. 9 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 4 October 27, 1954 L.V.R.4. CC AGREE=: Engineer Cass presented a letter form of agreement between the City and the L.V.R.R. Co. covering the proposed installation of overhead traffic lights at the intersections of W. Buffalo, W. Seneca and W. State Street with N. Fulton Street in the City of Ithaca adjacent to the tracks of the A & I branch of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Co. He recommended approval. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clyneas RESOLM , that the agreement be approved: and that the hayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried GRODMV ,AMER 7E EK'iENSIM: Upon inquiry by Covodasioner Gaurnier, Attorney Dahmen reported on the status of the purchase of the Speno lot on Hudson Street. He stated that Fred Rogalsky, real estate agent for the Speno Estate, is now preparing a deed for this property. Upon further inquiry by Commissioner Gaurnier, Superintendent Laverty reported that arrangements have been made for acquiring two independent re- appraisals of the value of the right-of-way and the contingent damages which would be caused by the extension of Grandview Avenue but that the Matter had been delayed pending the preparation of a map. Commissioner Gaurnier then advised that it Was his intention of calling a meeting of the Highway Committee as soon as the information he inquired about is made Y� available, in order to discuss this matter and make a recommendation to the Board as to whether or not to instruct the Attorney to proceed with condemnation proceedings against the owners of the Aurora Heights housing development. LU R„3PA=- Comenting on the Council action regarding fluoridation which was read earlier in the meeting, Commissioner Saperstone noted that the second action was partly in error since the cost of fluoridation would be borne by the Water Department rather than come for the 1955 City Budget. He reported that the Water and Sewer Committee met and recommend that in order to afford the public a fair gearing that three separate hearings be held as follows: lst. hearing: to be held on November 9, 1954 at which time all those in favor of fluoridation, including ambers of the Board of Health, Dental apd Medical Associations be Invited to attend. 2nd. hearing: to be held Novemmber 16, 1954 at which time all those opposing fluoridation will be given an opportunity to be heard. 3rd. hearing: to be held early during the month of January 1955 for full discussion of the matter so that the Board may be in a positron to take definite action thereon. He reported that the Committee further recommend that during the period between the second and third hearings an educational program be undertaken through the newspapers and radio regarding the pro$ and cons of fluoridation. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RSSOLVLD, that the recommendation of the Water and Sewer Committee in the matter of fluoridation as presented by Comaemissioner Saperstone be accepted and approved, Carried WATER BILL - TM OF I=A-. Commissioner Saperstone reported that after review the Water and Sewer ComrnIttee recommend that bill #131 rendered the Town of Ithaca for the removal of a dead dog from the tratershed be expunged and that the Water Department absorb this cost. By Comissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan _ RESOLVED, that bill ;x131 in the amount of $16.50 rendered to the Town of Ithaca be and hereby is expunged. Carried C&Z= AMM » WATER Mn: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Board reaffirm the action taken April 28, 1954 in denying the request of hr. Golder, 107 Campbell Ave., for adjustment of a bill for grater service because the water main in this street was constructed in its present location because of difficulties in securing rights -of -way. Carried IMARSALL ETAQ SUR Q2&- CTICM: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commission- er Gaurnier RESOLVED, that permission be granted the Town of Ithaca to connect the pumping station being built on Pearsall Place to the city sewer system provided that the Town is given permission by Ithaca Leather Products to hook into their line. Carried BOAZ OF WbLtd �1 Rn PROCEEDVGS Page October 274 1954 CAPITAL RESERVES: Commissioner Bradford reported that the Finance Committee had restudied the matter of investing funds now on deposit in Capital Reserves, and recommend as follows: 1. That Capital Reserve Fund #4, Bridges, in the amount of $13,041.95; Reserve Fund -#5, Public Works Equipment, in the amount of $28,148.62; Reserve Fund #6, Water & Sewer Dept. Construction, in the amount of $4,278.02; Reserve Fund #8, Water & Sewer Department Equipment, in the amount of $3,216.45; and Reserve Fund #9, General Municipal Building, in the amount of $584.00; all of which are small and subject to withdrawal at any time be retained as they are. 2. That since the Superintendent advises that Capital Reserve Fund #3, Street Paving, in the amount of $59,319.29 will probably not be used before next summer, the Board report, without recommendation, that if the Council wishes to invest any portion of this amount in a short term government bond it is agreeable to the Board. By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the recommendation of the Finance Committee as presented be accepted and approved and ordered transmitted to the Common Council. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. L a ,. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk S .{� BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N.Y. Speciel 1�eeting 7:30 p.m. November 9, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Aldermen - Adams, Wilkinson, Porter, Visnyei, Connolly, Dickens, Johnson and Scott Attorney - Dahmen Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh In addition to members of the press and radio others present at this time included the following: Firs. W. A. Kibler, Ytrs . Gladys Woolf, Mrs. John Shepherd, Mrs. Arthur Cleveland, Lillian Bell, Arnc . ` ?lapiro, 1,11. C, Dan Avery, H. W. Riley f.Av¢Fo¢p �A,ct�t Others representing ..embers of the Dental and Medical professions were present as follows: Dr. Arthur Bushel, Asst. Director of the Bureau of Dental Health, Division of Yedical Services, N. Y. State Dept. of Health Dr. Robert H. Broad, Tompkins County Health Commissioner -{ Dr. Muriel Cuykendall, School Physician and Chairman of the Pedical Division of the P.T.A. Council ,. Drs. Arthur Cross, Ralph Baldini, Robert Baker, John Brown, James ilichaels, Bernar y; Bohland, P. C. Sainburg, Thomas E. Mosher and br, cdae¢cfe� //-.23-s""' ern-= v FLUORIDATION HEARIMG: Mayor Cook opened the public hearing by announcing that only those in favor of fluoridation would be heard at this time and questions would be permitted only from members of the Board of Public iTorks. He further explained that another public hearing will be held on November 16th. at which time those opposed to fluoridation will be heard and that it is intended to have a formal public hearing during January 1955 for both sides to voice their feelings in the matter. All of the persons listed who represented either the dental or medical professions spoke with the exception of Drs. Bohland, Sainburg; °Brown A tape recording of the entire proceedings was made and is available for reference. After all had been heard, 1,1ayor Cook thanked them for being present and presenting their views in the matter. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHA.0 n , N.Y. Regular fleeting 4 :30 p.m. November 10, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Attorney - bahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Engineer - Cass Forester .. Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MIINUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting were duly approved. COPUNELL UNUTLRSITY - WATER REnUEST• Mr. J. E. Matthews appeared before the Board and presented a request on behalf of Cornell University for the City so supply water to the dog research clinic being conducted by N. Y. State College of Veterinary �,edicine at Cornell in a building on the northeast of the Snyder Hill Road. He explained that this building is just outside the recently formed East State Street - Pine Tree Road Water District in the Town of Ithaca. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RE 'SOLVED, that this request be referred to the 'dater & Sewer Committee for investigation and report. Carried SENIOR CITIZENS' REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Mrs. Jeanette B. hcCay, asking for space in the room at the West Buffalo Street pumping station for use as an exhibit and salesroom for the handcrafts made by the older people of our community. The letter presented on behalf of the Senior Citizens Committee requested other space in the Library Building be made available if it is not feasible to use the room on W. Buffalo Street, and indicated that it would be needed from Thanksgiving until Christmas. %6 BOARD OF PUBLIC TATORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 November 10, 1954 By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the request be referred to the Superintendent with power to make space in a city building available, if possible, as requested. Commissioner Saperstone commented that he did not think this was a city function but that it was a matter for other social agencies in the city to solve. Motion Carried SALE OF LAND - GILES STREET: The Clerk read a letter from Attorney Edward Abbott requesting, on behalf of Mr. & Tirs. Paul Lajza and Alliene S. Hungerford, for the City to sell a strip of land on the easterly side of 1004 Giles Street. He further requested that the City grant in the meantime permission for the above named parties to use said parcel for purposes of ingress and egress for pedestrians and vehicles as concerns the property at 1004 Giles Street until such time as the sale of the property would be completed. Attorney Dahmen reviewed the request and explained that it was similar to one recently approved across the street on the other corner and recommended granting the temporary permission as requested. Engineer Cass suggested adding this small strip of land to the street right -of -way rather than selling it and Commissioner Saperstone recommended that this be done. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan 14HEP, AS, a request has been presented to this Board for the purchase of a city - owned strip of land at the northwest corner of Giles Street and Treva Avenue, AND '4HERZAS, upon investigation, it appears that this land is not needed for city purposes, NOW THF- REFO,3E BE IT RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to have this strip of land appraised, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Board recommend to the Common Council that this strip of land be sold at public auction as prescribed by law with the stipulation that no bid be accepted for less than the appraised value thereof, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a temporary license, pending such sale, be granted Mr. & Mrs. Paul Lajza and Alliene S. Hungerford to use said property as requested by Attorney Abbott; said license to be revocable upon written notice by the City. Ayes: 3 mays: 1 - Saperstone Motion Carried and approved by Mayor ITHACA COLLEGE AGREEMENT: Attorney Dahmen presented an agreement between the City and Ithaca College covering the use of Percy Field, Stewart Park and the Municipal Golf Course during the period October 1, 1954 through September 30, 1955 in consideration of an annual rental of $1,400.00. He reported that the agreement provides for its annual renewal unless terminated by either party by thirty days written notice in writing made prior to October 1st. of any year. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the agreement as presented by the City Attorney be and hereby is approved; and that the Nayor be authorized to sign and execute same on behalf of the City. Carried GRANDVIE14 AVENUE: Attorney Dahmen reported that he has completed negotiations for the purchase of the Speno lot on Hudson Street for $2,000.00 which lot will provide a right -of -way for the extension of Grandview Avenue to Hudson Street, if needed. In this connection Superintendent Laverty reported completion of a map of the Grandview Avenue area and that it has been forwarded to two local realtors for appraisal purposes as directed. INLET RETAINING WALL: Attorney Dahmen reported that he'had directed a letter to the N. Y. State Department of Public Works in an effort to ascertain to what point this Department deems the waters of Cayuga Inlet to be navigable with the hope that if it is considered a part of the Barge Canal that the State may be liable for repairing the wall at 315 Taughannock Blvd. TREE SURVEY: Superintendent Laverty presented and reviewed a tree survey as follows for the record: A recent survey of the City of Ithaca shows a total tree population of 5441. This includes trees of all sizes and varieties. Of this number 121 are scheduled for removal. This does not mean that all of these trees are in a dangerous condition at the present time but certain defects would indicate the wisdom of looking forward to the removal of them from the public streets. Many of these are small trees. In addition to these it is estimated that some 40 trees will need to be removed due to the damage done to them by the recent hurricane. Many of the streets, especially on the flats will need to be reinspected to ascertain damage not readily apparent. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET November 10, 1954 City Chamberlain 4.15_-- - T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 7.45 _. -Burroughs Adding Machine Co. 102.80` - Ithaca Printing Service 39.00_._ t KeeLox Mfg. Co. 5.40•. - --Self Insurers Service Bureau 5.06 , .,T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 46.26-- Burrough's Adding Machine Co. 58.40_- - New York Telephone Co. 48.35•- Tioga Auto Parts 100.08° Wm. J. Ryan 24.50 N. Y. State Elec. & Gas Corp. 131.37 L. B. Townsend 32.22 Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.00.-• Henry R. Head 27.22x- ` Robinson & Carpenter 20.29 C. J. Rumsey & Co. 294.94- The Sherwin- Williams Co. 284.691 - Sinclair Refining Co. 202.20 A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7.00' Ithaca Window Cleaning Co. w- 14.60 Plaza Nash Corp. 43.32 -° Cramer's Auto Parts 32.91 --' -Connolly & Scalia 100-85" f Syracuse Supply Co. 2.01°` Y_ Syracuse Supply Co. 5.58 4,"Ames Welding & Supply Co. 164.52-'-- ,- "Coverall Service & Supply Co. 65.00 -r°' Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 278.28--° - N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. 2,204.05 ' L. B. Smith Inc. 11,985.00°' - `brockway Motor Co.,Inc. .40.r Socony Vacuum Oil Co. 42.03 ` - The General Crushed Stone Co. 44.70" The General Crushed Stone Co. 387.40 - A1by & Son 75.35`' Raymond Gregoire 18.25-"' Rumsey- Ithaca Corp. 1,030.63 University Sand & Gravel 561.48 ` City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 477.79 Brewer Excavating 171.00 --- Homer Stewart 65.39 °' Baker Lumber & Supply Co.,Ine. 38.27., N Ingrorsoll -Rand Co. 88.60 " "The Welles Supply Co.,Inc. 193.31."• Andy Sorying 4.27 " William H. Quinn 34.51 - - Cortright Electric 384.82 - Brewer & Brown Co.,Inc. 34.05-- ` N. Y. State Elec. & Gas Corp. 57.12 -° -I Elmira Star_Gazatte,Inc. 4.14 -•° The Corning Leader 5.12- --A. C. Lamb & Sons 391.52-° ' Haversti ck & Go. Inc. 26.67.. Haverstick & Co.,Inc. 37.87 Ned Welding Service 45.Q0'- John Ewanicki 44.00 °" "Ithaca Delivery 2.45` -,-Herbert Cummings 448.00' ., Kouf Bros. 775.00' °Ithaca Coop G.L.F. Service,Inc. 57.25 --City of Ithaca 80.26' Finger Lakes Stone Co. 415.60 - Dale B. Pritchard, M.D. 5.00`' w Leone E. Thorsland,M.D. 37.80 ,'G. Alx Galviit,M.D. 14.00 Tompkins County Memorial Hospital 111.00• Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit November 10,1954. Besemex, H. D. $402.00=- - Darlinp� Valve & Manufacturing Co. 23.37 — Dolge, The C. B. Co. 95.50 Graham, L. L. 198,00 -- Grey, Walter E. 25.83'° Haverstick & Co. Inc. 1,029.66°°' Head, Henry R. 11.98,4 Hersey Manufacturing Co. 2.82-- - Ithaca , City of, General Fund 1,509.16— Jim's Fix -it Shop 1.70— Miller's, T. G. Sons Paper Co. 11.61 -° New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 1,088-72— New York Telephone Co. 37.47 =" Personius, Carl 11.69 Taber, Paul 310.00- - Townsend, L. B. ___18.11-' $5.045.12 City Chamberlain 2.66 =" Approved Finance Committee t k w t � 7 f � � ,. { ', M r T . T * t t C � _• t 4 �» ... ')7 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 November 10, 1R54 Following is a summary taken from the survey showing the numbers and varieties of the street trees. The sugar maple and the elm seem to be our dominant trees ti-rith the maple the most numerous. Under miscellaneous trees are grouped trees such as fruit trees mulberry, ailanthus etc. which are few in number: Sugar maple 2096 Sycamore or Plane 69 Elm 1567 Locust, honey & Norway maple 559 black 32 Silver maple & red Horsechestnut 76 maple 655 Miscellaneous 138 Catalpa 70 Box elder 60 Total 5,441 Basswood or Linden 20 Ashm white & black 99 BUDGET - 1955: Supt. Laverty distributed copies of a proposed budget for the year 1955 among members of the Board. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that a special meeting be scheduled for a discussion of the budget. d Carried STANDARD OIL CO. CURB: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Socony Vacuum Oil Co. be granted permission to make two 30 foot curb cuts for driveways at 723 Cascadilla Street. In answer to a query from Commissioner Saperstone it was explained that this action contemplated the replacing of some curb between the openings. Notion Carried TREE REMOVAL: BY Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the large elm tree at the northwest corner of Buffalo & Geneva Streets and the elm tree in front of 312 N. Geneva be cut down and removed by the Forestry Department. Carried TABERPTACLE BAPTIST CHURCH SIGN: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request of the Tabernacle Baptist Church for permission to erect a sign at the corner of N. Cayuga and E. Lincoln Street be denied because thex is plenty of room to locate this sign in the area inside the sidewalk which is owned by the Church. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried STE4AFT PARK: Commissioner Saperstone inquired about the plan for improvements at Stewart Park and expressed his feeling of a greater need for one now since the damage caused by the recent hurricane. Mayor Cook advised Commissioner Saperstone to take this matter up with the Building & Grounds Committee. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. & 4-�� Geo, A. Blean City Clerk 1 2 S BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Special Meeting 7:30 p.m. November 16, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Bradford, Egan, Gaurnier, Saperstone and Clynes Aldermen - Visnyei, Dickens, Graves, Johnson, Porter and Wilkinson Attorney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Asst. to Supt. Rich Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh In addition to members of the press and radio others present at this time included the following: Mr. & Mrs. PT. C. Dan Avery, Prof. James B. Sumner, Prof. D. H. Udall, Robert Morse, Langford Baker, H. W. Riley, Mrs. Walter Woolf, Mrs. John Shepherd, hr. & iNirs. J. Horvath, Mrs. A. J. Eames, Robert Bradfield, Mrs. B. H. Reichert, M. E. Brown, Mrs. A. N. Cleveland, Lillian Bell, Nirs. Leslie Wilson, Mrs. Kibler, Mrs. Jas. Gibbs, Marvin Townsend, Robert Leary, Harold B. Pickering, Frank Liguori and the following dentists from Ithaca - Drs. Cross, Baldini and Michaels. Dentists from Cortland - Drs. Haverly, Speichler and Stannard Residents from Village of Cayuga Hts. - Mr. & hrs.-L. C. Petrie Residents from Town of Ithaca - J. R. Roe Residents from Geneva - Mr. & Mrs. ?d. S. Lyon Residents from Auburn - P,rs. W. E. McGrath, Mrs. Thos. Walter, sirs. Emily �rJhite, Jack ! ^Ihite and Jesse White Residents from Batavia - Nelson Fuller, Water Works Supt. Residents from Syracuse - Wm. A. Naloney, Director of N.Y.S. Pure Water Assoc., and Mrs. Maloney FLUORIDATION HEARING: Mayor Cook explained that the purpose of this hearing was to hear from those present who were opposed to fluoridation and that questions would be permitted only by members of the Board of Public Works. He then called on h. C. Darr Avery who presented for filing several transcripts dealing with fluoridation so that they will be available to all public officials who are interested in the matter.,The transcripts referred to included thirty -one separate items. He then introduced Robert Norse, Prof. Sumner, Prof. Udall, Langford Baker and Mr. Lyons who spoke in opposition to fluoridation, all of which was tape recorded and is available for reference. After Mr. Avery's summation and after questions had been asked by Commissioner Saperstone, Mayor Cook thanked all those present for presenting their views on this matter. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROC{'DINGS CITY OF ITHACA, N. Y. Special Meeting 4:30 p.m. November 17, 1954 PRESENT: Mayor - Cook Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Alderman - Wilkinson Supt. of Public Works - Laverty Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh BUDGET - 1955: Mayor Cook announced that this special meeting had been called for the purpose of considering the proposed budget for 1955 as it relates to the Depart- ment of Public Works. Supt. Laverty presented and reviewed the estimates with particular reference to all items showing an increase over last year's budget. After considerable discussion it was decided to reduce the estimate for street lighting, #180, from $30,000.to $28,000. and to change the title of account #'230 from Park Department - General, to Forestry Division. By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that items #110 to 253 inclusive, being the proposed maintenance budget for 1955 as presented by the Superintendent and amended by this Board, be and the same hereby is approved and a requisition ordered filed with the Common Council for an appropriation of $458,342.00 to cover the estimated cost of general care, maintenance and operation of the several departments under the control of the Board. Carried November 10, 1954 To The Board of Public 'Works Herewith please find budget under the Compensation Plan Account estimates for 1954. Regular increments as have been included in the requisitions. 1953 1954 1955 Final Final Estimates provided 1955 Tentative _ 110 City Clerk 22,125 21,875 22,250 114 BRI Administration 16,335 16,935 16,935 116 Engineer 17,900 20,S30 21,530 119 City Hall 14,864 20,100 17,700 119A Fire Dept. Bldgs. 1,875 2,000 7,800 161 Street Cleaning 23,664 21,110 21,568 162 Refuse & Garbage 57,455 54,911 54,693 168 Storm Sewers 8,477 9,614 10,856 169 Mosquito Control 3,000 3,000 3,000 180 Street Lighting 269000 27,000 30,000 28,000. 181 Highway Maint. 78,603 83,732 93,812 182 Snow, Ice, Cinders 14,950 15,710 16,563 183 Dept. Buildings 1,415 .1,665 3,952 184 i Bridge Paint. 12,210 14,526 14,936 185 Creek T.1aint. 6,283 8,146 8,223 186 Shop Maint. 7,360 8,149 8,697 187 Traffic Control 10,700 12,056 12,384 230 Park Dept. General 26,355 28,610 38,516 231 Percy Field 8,573 8,644 7,208 232 Stewart Park 20,848 23,168 24,345 233 Treman Park 1,516 -- -- 234 Golf Course 9,735 10,793 10,748 250 Mun. Parking Areas 969 958 1,234 251 Mun. Comfort Sta. 2,964 2,964 1,400 252 Cemetery 8,165 8,729 9,513 2S3 Airport 2,704 2,815 2,479 TOTAL B. P. W. 405,045 427,740 460,342 458,342.00 CONST. & PFF011. IMP. 59,121 60,742 94,750 62,950.00 GRAJD TOTAL - B.P.W. 464,166 488,482 555,092 521,292.00 1955 BUDGET CONSTRUCTION & IMPRWEMENT PROGRAI11 SUGGESTED ITEMS Item Rebuild 176 L.F. concrete wall along Six Mile Estimated Approved by No. Item Cost BFJ C.C. 8a Resurfacing - north turnaround on airport runway 2,000 1 Surface treatment of streets $15,000 1511000. 2 Curb & gutter renewal 10,000 10,000. 10 3 Gravel basing of streets 4,100 4,100. Storm sewer - Tompkins St. 4 Paint - Stewart Ave. bridge over Cascadilla Ck. 41000 4,000. 9,000 5 Gunite facing on 6 Ifile Creek wall 6,000 6,000. 1,150. 6 ?Tall, railing repairs - S.Cayuga St. 1,500 11500. 15 7 Curb, gutter & drainage - Pearsall Pl. 5,100 - - 8 Rebuild 176 L.F. concrete wall along Six Mile - - Creek near Albany St. 12,000 8a Resurfacing - north turnaround on airport runway 2,000 - - 9 Drainage ditch - Floral Ave. through Carpenter's property. 3,500 3,500. 10 Additional drainage by Navy bldg. 3,600 - - 11 Storm sewer - Tompkins St. 5,700 5,700. 12 Replace part of Inlet wall 9,000 - - 13 Widen Green St. for parking 1,150 1,150. 14 Concession stand at Stewart Park 12,000 12,000. 15 Relocate part of Zoo at Stewart Park 2,100 - - Total $ 94,750 62,950.00 40 BOARD OF PUBLIC WOR10 PROCEEDINGS Page 2 November 17, 1954 improvement The suggested items for a construction and permanenL/program for 1955 were reviewed next and the Superintendent recommended deleting items 7, 8, 8a, 10 and 12. This was approved. Commissioner Saperstone suggested that item 4 should be financed from the Capital Reserve Bridge Fund and recommended that items 14 and 15 be deleted and that the Steuart Park Commission be requested to make funds available frotathe Stewart Park Trust Fund for such purposes. Engineer Cass reviewed the plans being drawn for a new concession stand and explained what work is being contemplated in relocating the zoo at the park. Commissioner Saperstone stated that he felt the construction of a. new concession stand was a service that is owed to the public and that when -- completed the present concession agreement at the park with Mr. Bangs should be coxxaclecl reviewed upwards even though it has still Wyeark to go. He insisted on a new and larger zoo. Commissioner Gaurnier suggested that the details of these two items be left with the Buildings and,Grounds Committee for discussion and Commissioner Egan agreed to present a request to the Stewart Park Commission for funds for their financing. After further discussion Mayor Cook suggested that items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 69 99 11, 13, and 14 and 15, amounting to $65,050. be approved with the understanding that item 4 will be withdrawn if it is found it may be financed from the Capital Reserve Fund for bidges, and that items 14 and 15 be withdrawn if they can be financed from the Stewart Park Trust Fund. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that item 15 for the zoo at Stewart Park be deleted pending develop - ment of final plans; and that this item be referred back to the Buildings and Grounds Committee for further consideration and recommendation. Carried By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the proposed budget for construction and permanent improvements as presented by the Superintendent and amended by the Board as follows: Item No. Estimated Cost 1. Surface treatment of streets $15,000.00 2, Curb & gutter renewals 10,000.00 3. Gravel basing of streets 4,100.00 4. Painting Stewart Avenue bridge 4,000.00 5. Gunite facing of Six Mile Creek 14all 6,000.00 6. Wall, railing repairs - S. Cayuga St. 1,500-M 9. Drainage ditch on Floral Avenue 3,500-00 11. Storm Sewer - Tompkins Street 5,700-00 13. Widen Green Street for parking 1,150.00 14. Concession Stand at Stewart Park 12,000.00 Total .............................. $62,950.00 be approved and a requisition ordered filed with the Common Council for an appro- priation of $62,950.00 to cover the cost of new construction and permanent improve- ments. Carried ;ONCESSION STAVID AT STE"7ART PARK: The Superintendent reported that he had received in offer of $3,000.00 from insurance adjusters for damages to the old concession _'.:and at Stewart Park which was blown down by the recent hurricane, and he ecommendedit's acceptance. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to accept the offer as recommended. Carried ROOF nA11AGY'S aT TIATFR BUIMING: The Superintendent reported that he had received an offer of $1,188.98 for damages caused to the roof on the Water Building by the hurricane, and he recommended its acceptance. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Clynes M?(-OLVED, that the Superintendent be and hereby is authorized to accept this offer as recommended. Carried lNAG:51 IlyCREASE: A communication from the International Association of Machinists ,hi.ch was presented to the Common Council and referred to this Board for consider.# ation was reviewed. Superintendent Laverty suggested that item 1 should have the Board's consideration; that item 2 should be considered in line with what the Council determines for other departments; that item 3 is a matter for the Council's action since there is now a local law regarding the 40 -hour week clause; that he is not in favor of item 4 because of the nAer of seasonal employees involved, but he explained that all full time employees fnow getting the six holidays requested; that the City is not legally permitted to pay time and one -half requested in item 5; no -ay to grant items 6 or 7, and that no need exists for a review requested under _tem 8. 130 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3, November 17, 1954 By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Egan and Saperstone RESOLVED, that this Board go on record as approving the suggestion that all employees of the Board of Public Works are entitled to the same consideration that may be authorized by the Common Council for other employees of the City; and that the Finance Committee of the Common Council be requested to give the personnel of the Board such consideration. Carried NEXT P",EETING: Attention eras called to the fact that the next meeting of the Board will fall on the day before Thanksgiving and it was regularly moved, seconded and carried that the next regular meeting be held on Tuesday, November 23, 1954 at 4:30 p4m. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. .�J Geo. lean, City Clerk 13 1 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCE70INGS CITX OF ITHAC A ,N . Y. Regular Meeting )+•30 p.m. November 23, 1°54 PRE SI�i�'r : 1.,� , or - Cook Coru.iissioners - Colbert, Bradford, Saperstone, Fagan and G nirnier f,.ttorney - Dahmen erupt. of Public Works - Laverty Psst. to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forest ^r - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy. Clerk - Sinsabaugh MINUTES: The Clerk .called attention to the listing of those present at the special meeting of the Board on November 9th, which erroneously included Langford Baker as representing the Dental and NNedical professions, A. correction was ordered. Commissioner Saperstone called attention to the reference in the b ovember 27th. minutes regarding the concession at Stewart Park with Mr. 3angs. He noted that the concession has only one more year to run rather than two as stated in the minutes. This correction was also ordered. On motion the minutes of the special meetings held on November 9, 16 and 17, -� and the regular meeting of November 10th, were approved as, corrected. t� NATIVITY SCENE - DE WITT PARK: The Clerk read a letter from the Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to place a Nativity Scene on DeTlitt Park, sometime between the first tl-10 weeks in December- through New Years'. It was noted in the letter that the Presbyterian Church has consented and that Rev. Dodds will supervise the exact location. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that permission as requested be granted to the extent of any interests the .City may have.in this respect., Carried TABTIRNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH SIGN: The Clerk read a letter from the Tabernacle Baptist Church protesting the action taken November 10th, by the Board as discriminatory in denying permission to erect a church sign at the corner of N. Cayuga and E. Lincoln Street. f';fter review of the matter, Commissioner Gaurnier stated that there was nothing discriminatory in the action taken as indicated in the letter just received from the Church and reported that since the action was taken a sign has been erected inside the walk, but which does extend over the walk. He recommended that the matter be left with the Superintendent to work out a satis- factory arrangement. Commissioner Saperstone pointed out that the Board has gone all -out to grant requests of all churches where possible and denied the request in this instance only because of the space available on the church property. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the matter be referred to the Superintendent to negotiate with church officials for a satisfactory solution to their request. Carried �IOR�L AVENUE - STREET LIGHTS: The Clerk presented a letter from Alderman Graves, toilether with a petition from property owners and residents on Floral Avenue, equesting additional street lighting on Floral Pvenue. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that,the matter be referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. Carried BOAT LIVERY: The Clerk read a letter from Leon Ford of the Finger Lakes i'arine Service, Truraansburg, N. Y., regarding his desire to install a new modern boat livery for sales, service and storage of boats in the Ithaca area. The preferred location would be along the easterly edge of the airport extending from the present open -litch at the southern end to the approximate location of the willow trees T,7hich are nearly opposite the airport hangar. An alternate location was shown on an enclosed sketch, being property across the railroad tracks at the foot of Third Street adjacent to property of N. Y. State. ,Mr. Ford indicated.a preference to buy either of the proposed sites from the City or accept a lease provided that it was of sufficient duration to protect his proposed investment. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurn�er R1,3OLVED, that the request be referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for investigation and report. Carried i J hA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 November 23, 1954 INLET RE'TPJNING WALL: Attorney Dahmen read a letter from W. S. Robinson, District ,Ingineer for the N. Y. State Department of Public Works, regarding the damages to the Inlet wall at 315 Taughannock Blvd. as follows: ", „Jith reference to your letter of November 8, 1954 regarding the southerly portion of the 3ar�-e Canal System in Cayuga Inlet, I itTish to advise that there is no canal traffic south of the Barge Canal Terminal at Ithaca; we maintain the Inlet from Cayu,-a Lake to about the south side of the Terminal south wall. Occasionally we have dredged a settling basin in the Inlet, for about ti. To hundred feet south of the Terminal.” By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Saperstone 1,M,REAS, construction of the original wall in Cayuga Inlet was authorized by an Act of Legislature, AND 14HEREASj a failure of part of said Cayuga Inlet 'Tall, has occurred in the vicinity of 315 Taughannock Blvd., NONT THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Attorney be authorized and directed to communicate to Assemblyman Ashberry the Board's desire to have additional legislation enacted to provide for the rehabilitation of said Cayuga Inlet 'mall. Carried TRAP:SFER OF FUNDS: Superintendent Laverty called attention to the fact that work in excess of $10,000 for street repairs had been done during the year for the respective utility companies and that when paid for this money is returned to the General Fund. He recommended that the Council be requested to reappropriate the sum of $10,000 to the Highway Maintenance Account 1181 for the year 1954 for this purpose. By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the Council be requested to reappropriate the sum of $10,000 from departmental earnings to Current Appropriations, Highways - Account 7'181, as reco- mmemded by the Superintendent. Carried HURRICANE DAMAGES: The Superintendent reported that the total cost of damages to date caused by the recent hurricane "Hazel" amounted to $14,204.51 and recommended that the Council be requested to provide an additional appropriation to Current Appropriations, Account -'x230 .- Park Department, General, to cover this expense. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the Common Council be requested that an additional appropriation of $14,204.51 be provided to cover the cost of hurricane damages as recommended by the Superintendent. Carried CORNELL UNIVERSITY - WATER REQUEST: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the request of Cornell University for water service at their Veterinary Experiment Station on Synder Hill be granted on an immediate and temporary basis with the following proviel+tea 1, that satisfactory arrangements be made with the 'Water District. 2. that the area take immediate steps to be included with the District. 3, that all existing rules and regulations of the Board of Public Works are applicable. Commissioner Colbert questioned this action as being contrary to the Board's ,,,olicy. Attorney Dahmen concurred and suggested that the University be referred to the Water District first before any action is taken by the Board. Commissioner Gaurnier stated that it was the intention of the Water & Sewer Committee to grant temporary permission and that he would vigorously oppose the furnishing of water on any permanent basis unless immediate steps are taken by the University to have this property included in the 'Plater District. He also stated that in view of the fact that the inclusion of this property in the Water District does not require legis- lative approval, as understood by the Committee, he would oppose the recommendation. Commissioner Saperstone withdrew his motion and Commissioner Egan consented to withdra-,,a. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that, since the Board of Public Works recognizes the immediate need of the University for water services at the Veterinary Experiment Station on Snyder' Hill and is desirious of furnishing such service, it is recommended that Cornell University proceed immediately to make arrangements with the established Water District in this area to arrange for delivery of water to these premises which the Board of Public 'forks will be able to furnish, all in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the Board; and further that it is the sense of this Board that no favorable action can be taken on University's request of this matter on the legal and technical grounds that the City deals only with established Mater Districts outside the City limits. Carried BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS VanNatta Office Equip. Co. A. C. Gibson Co. turroughs Adding Machine Co. N. Y. Telephone Co. T. G. Miller's Sons Paper (�o. College Chevrolet Co.,Inc. Norton Electric Co. Brockway Motor �'o.,Inc. Elgin Sweeper Co. Brockway Motor Co. Inc. Crouse-Hinds Co. Lustra Corp. of America Binghamton Service & Painting N. Y. State Elec. & Gas Corp. Binghamton Industrial Supply Rothschild's Buckingham Mfg. Co.Inc. City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Brewer Excavating N.Y.State Elec. & Gas Corp. Johnson's Boat Yard City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer James Hillick G. Alx Galvin,M.D. Lee Tompkins Donald Quick Culver 1z Service AUDIT SHPET Co. Co. Dept.) Div.) APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: 4 t x November 23, 1954 84-38,-- 7.05 P, ` 18.00— 29-52--' 86.11 27.81° 10.44 — f 13.92 -- 12.96 15 2.5 0 68.85 3 , 746.41 -. 9.16 94. o8-'' 12.33 2.50 I,304.02 ` 54.00 - 54.72',. 9.80.M 13.32 201.50— 50.49,... 522.00" 258.00 37.55- BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS? RECEIVABLE Novemp x - �aeesr 23. 1954 City of Ithaca (General Fund) 475.00 City of Ithaca (General Fund) 27.00 City of Ithaca (Central Fire Station) 21.60 Village of Interlaken 108.18 Knuutilla, George 443.06 Knuutilla, George 386.13 Brown, F. L. Jr. 7.25 Ogden, John D. 8.29 Dunbar, Clifford L. & Carrie 8.29 Perry, Richard 4.38 Sosti, Emilio 132.80 Driscoll, E. J. 133.81 Webb, Cecil E. 90.53 Saverborn, Eugene P. 72.93 Blatt, Irving & Sylvia 8.29 Alpha Delta Phi 13.S7 Saunders, James 120.75 Rothschild Bros. Inc. 9.74 Pi Lambda Phi 8.29 City of Ithaca (Youth Bureau 211.06 Dunlop, James 19.96 Appel, R. 75.21 Chilson, Floyd 22.40 City of Ithaca ( General Fund) 3.97 Johnson, George R. 3.56 Alpha Xi Delta 8.29 City of Ithaca 25.00 APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE General Fund Gust L. Freeman m. C. Simmers Charles A. Smith Edward A. Gatreau Mrs Abbie Orcutt Bernard F. Burke Robert E. Wilkinson Frederick Sage Bennie DeYoung Walter S. Woolf Tompkins County Agri. & Lehigh Valley Railroad 8. 123 :90 88.0550 110.00 20 4. ho Hort. Soo. 41.12 Co. 44. o0 1 ', F k t z t t x Water and Sewer Fund Invoices presented for audit November 23, 1951. Addressograph - Multigraph Corp. p10.50-- Allen Tractor and Equipment Service 89.95'` Babbitt, J. F. 475.00 - Baker Lumber and Supply Co. 307.69 -' Beals, McCarthy & Rogers Inc. 38.66 — Brewer, Donald 139.50 Burroughs Adding Machine Co. 304.30 Carter, Ralph Rr, Co. 53.5` Driscoll Bros. & Co. 5.88— Empire State Culvert Corp. 66.50" Finger Lakes Chemical Co. 5.94- Garland Co., The 553.86-' General Chemical Division 675.43 -- Graham, L. L. 198.00` Haverstick & Co. Inc. 199.31°°' "' Ithaca, City of, General Fund 1509.16' Jamieson - McKinney Co. 31,72• Little, A. Iii.& Son 68 .77- Miller's, T. G. Sons Paper Co. 2.65-- National Welding 21.67'''" Neptune Meter Co. 312.00" New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 11 40.0- It It It it it n It 804.47r- New York Telephone Co. 29.70— Norton Electric Co. 313.40 " Robinson & Carpenter 569.77- - Rumsey, C. J. Co. 144.65- Rumsey - Ithaca Corp. 66.91., Socony - Vacuum Oil Co. 15.08= Southern Tier Electrical Supply Co. Stewart, Homer 18.00 " Vasco Products Co. 15021; Virginia Smelting Co. 165.0" Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 48.33 -- Weller Supply Co., The 51.92 - Wolverton Construction Co. 230 00�- Alo, Frank S. 16.76 Frost, Dr. Joseph N. 19.4b 4 8911.75 Approved Finance Committee A y P Mp' k 0l 4 ._ �. 4 n b ,t � 1 '33 BOARD OF PUBLIC 14ORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 November 23, 1954 PUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and the same hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried STREET LIGHTS - N. CAYUGA STRUT: Commissioner Saperstone inquired about the status of a petition for additional street lights on N. Cayuga Street in the vicinity of the Cascadilla, Fa=, Lake and ?willow Avei intersection. Mayor Cook referred this matter to the Highway Committee for investigation. E. GREEN STREET IRIDEN AG:- Commissioner Saperstone asked for a further explanation of items 13, Widening E., Green Street, included in the propo: e8 i construction and permanent improvement program for 1955• Superintendent Laverty explained that it was proposed to widen this street on the north side between Geneva and Cayuga Streets to provide for additional parking. He explained that this would be done as a pilot project and if the experiment proved successful, similar widening projects on other streets would be proposed from time to time, C "PIT1L BES1,M, F-btD f - BRIDGES: Commissioner Bradford reported tha' the City Attorney advises that painting a bridge such as that contemplated under item vi ;+ the construction and permanent improvement program in the 1955 budget, is a maintenance item and cannot be financed from Capital Reserve Fund 44. -' STEWART PARK FUINM APPROPRIATION: Commissioner Egan called attention to the fact that a check in the amount of $2,950.00 is anticipated as settlement by the insurance company for damages caused when, the old tower and concession stand at Stewart Park was blown down by the r extent hurricane. He recommended that the Council be requested to make this money available for maintenance of Stewart Park for the year 1955• By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RTSOLVED, that the Council be requested to appropriate this money, when it is received, to Current Pppropriations, Budget Account x232 - Stewart Park, for the year 1955• Carried ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. n Geo.' A. Blean, City Clerk 134 COMMON COUNCIL Al-:D BOP,-RD OF FUBLIC '•IOC KS PFOCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHA.Cj, , N. Y. Joint Special Meeting 7:30 p.m. November 30, 1954 7,J�'�T� 'T: Payor - Cook " Aldermen - Johnson, Graves, Wilkinson, Dickens, Gibson, Connolly, Porter, Adams, Komaromi, and Visrrrei Public Works Commissioners - Clynes, Bradford, Saparstone, Egan and Gaurnier Attorney - Dahmen Supt. Public Works - Laverty Mr. T. K. Powers and Mr'. John C. Burns Clerk - 13lean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh ANNEI:A.TION: Mayor Cook announced that he had called this special joint session to hear a report from the Special Committee, comprised of Alderman Johnson, T. K. Pourers and Superintendent Laverty, appointed for that purpose. He noted that a copy, of their written report had.been made available to members of both bodies. Mr. Powers reviewed the written report presented by the Committee. He exhibited maps and charts in respect to various phases of the report. He reviewed in detail the areas of agreement, the areas of compromise and the area of disagreement as discussed by the Special Committee and the Village of Cayuga Heights Committee. He expressed the opinion that the report as presented meets.the test of providing the various services required by the Village on a basis that they can pay for without placing any extra burden on present city taxpayers. Board of Public Works Commissioner Gaurnier presented a written statement which differed with the Committee's report on several matters. He explained that since he had consulted only with Commissioner Egan in preparing his remarks he was not speaking for the entire Board but rather for hr. Egan and himself. In concluding his remarks he expressed the combined opinion of Commissioner Egan and himself that the policy of the City which was adopted by the Common Council and Board of Public 14orks on September 1, 1954 is the logical answer to annexa.tinn as far as the City is concerned. Commissioner Saperstone expressed his support of annexation provided a solan,q w'iich will be fair and equitable to all concerned can be worked out. Mayor Cook commended the Special Committee very highly for their work and the excellent manner in which their report UTas presented. He expressed his confidence in each of the three members of this Committee and said he was sure they honestly feel that acceptance of their report will benefit all concerned. He stated that final action in this matter rests solely with the Council but since the Board members are vitally interested in certain phases of the problem he felt that they should have the right to express their opinion first, as a guide to members of the Council. He expressed the feeling that City taxpayers be given an opportunity also to express their views in the ratter. He then announced his intention of calling a special meeting of the Board of Public Trorks to be held December lst. at 4:30 p.m., prior to the regular meeting of the Council, provided all six members can be present to express their opinion which will be presented to the Council at their meeting to be held at 7:30 p.m. Under this procedure he suggested that the Council could take action to accept the Committee's report favoring annexation, take action favoring annexation subject to taxpayers' approval or reject annexation. In closing ha-yor Cook commended Commissioner Gaurnier for his presentation of facts on behalf of lv�r. Egan and himself and congratulated them both for their stand taken in what they believe to be protection of city taxpayers. 01\1 MOTIOF the meeting *.eras adjourned, v' Geo. P. Blean, City Clerk i .rl .J BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FROCEEIDINGS CITY OF ITHACA. , Y.Y. Special ilceting 4 :30 p.m. December 1, 1954 i,,ayor - Ckook Commissioners - Colbert, Clynes, $radford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier Ildermen - Dickens, Wilkinson, Gibson, Johnson, Decker Attorney - Dahmen -upt. Public Works - Laverty rsst, to Supt. - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean 1JNNZXPTI0N: Mayor Cook announced that he had called this special meeting for the purpose of having the full Board express their opinion in the matter of annexation prior to action by the Council and for the guidance of the Council. He suggested that there be a minim of discussion since both sides had been thorongh-ly discussed at the joint meeting held last night. Commissioner Egan explained that it should be understood that neither he nor Commissioner Gaurnier are opposed to annexation but that they cannot support the recomaendation of the Special Committee as being a fair basis. He suggested that the Board confine their action to that phase of annexation dealing with water and sewer service. -- By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the Board reaffirm the action taken September 1, 1954 in approving a "Statement of Policy of Annexation of the Village of Cayuga Heights "; and that the Board recommend that the Council take similar action to reaffirm their stand in respect to such policy; and that favorable action on the "Report of (Annexation" as presented by the Special Committee be witheld. Commissioner Saperstone spoke in favor of the Special Committee's report and expressed his belief that it is as near fair as can be arrived at. He moved that the original motion be amended to set aside the policy of September lst. and vote on the present proposal. There was no second to this motion and the Mayor ruled that it was not a proper amendment. After further discussion the following motion was offered. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert RESOLVED, that the matter be tabled at this time. PY;S: 3 - Colbert, Bradford, Saperstone ,'SAYS: 3 - Egan, Gaurnier, Clynes Motion Defeated Commissioner Saperstone then moved that the original motion be amended to permit a vote to be taken on the Special Committee's report first and then vote on the September lst. policy. Mayor Cook again ruled that this was not a proper amendment. After further discussion a vote was taken on Commissioner Egan's original motion which resulted as follows: AYES: 3- Clynes, Egan, Gaurnier NAYS: 3- Colbert, Bradford, Saperstone Notion Defeated Alderman Johnson, Chairman of the Special Committee, reviev*ed the Committee's report and recommendations as well as the remarks presented by Commissioners Egan and =aurnier, and urged approval of the Committee's report. After further discussion the follo-wing motion was offered; By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Colbert R?;SOLVED, that the Report on Annexation, as presented by the Special Committee, be approved and forwarded to the Council with the recommendation for its final approval. AYTE3: 3 - Colbert, Bradford, Saperstone `PYS: 3 - Clynes, Lgan, Gaurnier Lotion Defeated Mayor Cook advised that final action rests with the Council and that if it 1esults in a tie vote in the Coiincil he will then exercise his right to vote and break the tie. ON ivi0TIoh the meeting T.zas adjourned. I Geo, A. Blean, City Clerk x 13 6 Regular Meeting BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, *N.Y. 4:30 p.m. December 8, 1954 PRESENT: linyor - Cook Commissioners: Clynes, Bradford, Saperstone, Egan and Gaurnier P,lderman - Dickens ^_sst. to Supt. of Public Works - Rich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh MD'UTES: Commissioner Saperstone requested to have the minutes of the November 30th. meeting corrected to show that he stated in his support of annexation that he felt the second report is as near as possible to being fair and equitable to all concern- ed. I'layor Cook ruled that this was in order and the minutes of the last regular meeting, the November 30th. meeting, as corrected, and the special meeting of December lst. were duly approved. LETTER OF COT,00LFNCE: By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that members of the Board express their deep sympathy to Superintendent Laverty in his bereavement caused by the death of his mother; and that the Mayor convey such expression of sympathy to Mr. Laverty in a letter of condolence. Carried SEWER STRVICE - ITHACA SHOPPING PLAZA: Mr. John C. Burns, agent for owners of the Ithaca Shopping Plaza located outside the city limits on the Elmira Road, appealed to the Board that arrangements be made for the City to dispose of sewage from the Shopping Plaza. He reviewed their present sewage problems, the directives received from the Tompkins County Board of Health ordering that corrective measures be adopted, and the steps taken in securing the services of Carl Crandall, C. E. to study correction of the problems. Feeling that nothing short of city sewer service will ever be satisfactory in this area, he explained that he had suggested annexb ation to the owners as the ultimate solution and expressed his personal hope that such annexation may be brought about in the near future. In answer to inquiry by Commissioner Saperstone, ::r. Burns stated that he felt the ocmers of the Plaza as well as Fir. Rocker, owner of Sunnyside and who has a similar problem, ar �ee to annexation. Mayor Cook advised Mr. Burns to discuss the preliminary steps regarding annexation with the City Attorney and the matter was referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for study and report. U. S. NAVAL RRS_PVE LE,,SE: The Clerk presented a request from the U. S. Navy.-Depart- ment to approve a proposed lease covering an area of approximately 0.73 of an acre of land along North Cayuga Street adjoining present site of the U. S. Naval Reserve Training Center, for use in connection there?,rith. He explained that a prior lease covering this property had expired by its terms on June 30, 1953 and although the Navy Department continued to use and occupy these premises no action was taken to renew it. By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the request be approved; and that the P'iayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to execute the lease on behalf of the City. Carried N. Y. STPTE EL,CTRIC & GAS CORP. EASEiENT; The Clerk presented a request by the N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. for the execution of an easement by the City giving permission for the erection and maintenance of an electric pole on City property adjacent to the Burns Road in the Town of Ithaca. Commissioner Saperstone recommended approval of this request subject to approval of the City Attorney. Commissioner Gaurnier questioned this hasty action without its being referred to Committee for study as is customary in matters of this nature. Assistant Superin- tendent Rich explained that the installation of this pole will extend service to the g. uae house at the silt dam as well as to the Police Department pistol range located in the water shed and that an emergency does exist as far as the City is concerned. He recommended approval. Commissioner Gaurnier insisted that in the Future unless an emergency can be shown to exist all requests be referred to the ;:roper committee for study and recommendation. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier �,L'Z,':LVED, that the request of the N.Y.State Electric & Gas Corp. for an easement across City land adjacent to the Burns Road be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and hereby are authorized to sign said easement on behalf of the City. Carried Water and Sewer Fund invoices presented for Audit, December 6th, 1 54. Allen, John T. American Chair. & Cable Co. Baker Lumber a?xl Supply Cc. Bangs, Frank A. Beal,, McCarthy & Rogers Inc, Bicknell l'iazufacturint, Co. Brewer, Donald B urrough s Corp. College Chevrolet Co. Inc. Cramer's Auto Parts D. L. & W. R. R. Coo Esso Standard Oil Co. Finger Lakes Chemical Co. Goodrich, The B. F.Coo it n n it Grahar, L. L. Grey, Walter E. Hagin, Fred J. uomelite Corp. Howard's Express Dine Ithaca, City of, General Fund. n n rr rr u Ithaca. JunkCpp 0 Ithaca Frint'ing Service Jack's Glass Shop �Tanieson - 14cKinney Co. Jones, John Ailey Co. Kline Is Pharmacy Lynch, Janes Coal Co. MacDougal Ejuipnent Co. Inc. Yancini, Paul and Sons Niller's, T. G. Sons Paper dueller Co. Neptune Meter Co. New York State Electric & I3ew York Telephone Co. Fersonius, Carl Fierce Glove Co. Inc, Robinson & Carpenter Rurisey, C. J, Coo Rumsey - Ithaca Corp. Sacchi, John Sherwin Williams Co., The Soyrirg, Andy Sturm Bros. Sullivan Inc., H.H. T ioga Auto Parts Vasco Products Co. Townsend, L. B . viallace & Tiernan Inc. Nbeator_'s Sheet i °fetal Shop Chairman, 04orknen' s Cooper, Ethel L, Leone, Dr. Anthony Tompkins, Gordon E. City Chamberlain Go o Gas Corp. Compensation B o--rd J. App roved Finance Co ; i ttee i 7.77 37.27 -✓'", 30.87' 221.44, ` 3:.26 90.89;F 27.00 .69 62.62,4` ° 29.32.` 2.30 "0.. 3„85' r' 5.94 26.21; +" 139.37 196.00,./ 18.27 - 7 2.2 341 . 19-- " 483.78 36.00 22 :00 32.30 �✓ 46 . 3.22 27 0. 00 6.79. 60000 r:... 3 sh3- 6.55�'` 460,20-;;` 213.110 ---". 40.02. 7.35 16*55, 457.1; 38.90, 192. (h"" 36.66,-'-,, 58 100 84.60":.. 44.80, 2.8;1 29.61°i 11.,76 -, 36.07 25,38 177.69''`. 83.42,E 350-55-- 9.18,11-11, 1.15.00 ,e �4, 463..71 8.02,'' ,� R �, * � n A „ � � n 4 ry +'r Y p � � � n q x M t h � w � n # Z. ' � � T �` v ° v. M1 K BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE December 8, 1954 Swarthout, Geo. A. $ 8.29" Misner, Edward G. 8.29,E Besemer, H. D. 54.05 Fontana, Alfred 97.70°`.,, Graham, Leland L. 8.29~ - Miller, John S. 3rd & Fannie 9.1.9 -'J Kuhajda, Margaret 96.1.3-" Morse Chain Co. 87.17,x°° New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 5.94 -- New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 5.94- - Mineka, Francis & Muri.al 8.29,,.' APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE P � . � t t BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET December 8, 1954 T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. 72.84 N. Y. Telephone Co. 50,28 Economy Motor Sales 3.50 ._ Socony- Vacuum Oil Co. 8.41 "" William J. Ryan 25.55 Ao '�F N. Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. 136.60 4..1 L. B. Townsend 59.25 City of Ithaca rWater & Sewer Div.) 45.35 W�' Mrs. Lillian Berdan 5.00 Rochester Germicide Co. 87.50` C. J. Rumsey & Co. 20.77 .. City of Ithaca (Water & Sewer Div.) 500.57'' " "` " N. Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. Ithaca Window Cleaning Go. 14.60° A.B.C. Exterminating Co. 7,00'' Spencer's Body Shop 20-31, Honer Stewart 17.82" Cramer's Auto Parts 53.89 " Syracuse Supply Co. 123.15 Wallace Steel & Supply Co. 3.20,t.- N. Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. 2,136.55 .,t ' Brockway Motor Co.Inc. 2.10" Brockway Motor Co.Inc. 179.90 "r MacDougall Equip. Co. 6.33 Andy Souring 3.46,1,-" Auto Gear & Parts Co.Inc. 24.42 Syracuse Supply Co. 3,34 ..' Plaza Nash Corp. 3.00' "t Tioga Auto Parts 30.80 fe Brewer & Brown Co.Ine. 48.76 Connolly & Scalia Municipal Street sign 95.70 Co.,Inc. 37,32` humsey- Ithaca Corp. 1,364.55 Knight Paving Products Co.Inc. 675.57�r' Baker Lumber & Supply Co.Inc. 67.28: (;- Binghamton Service & Painting Co. 100.00 "�. The B. F. Goodrich Co. 26.30,x'" American Assoc. State Highway Officials 1.50 Brewer & Brown Co.Inc. 15.41 William H. Quinn 23.80 IT. Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. 97.161 Y` Allen Tractor Service 110.48 := Home & Garden supply 13.93( Ireland Mill & Supply Co.Inc. 33.80 =` Socony Vacuum Oil Co.Inc. 14.37 Pond & Mayer Co.Inc. 5 00 k ^° University Sand & Gravel 161.14.w Sturm Bros. 37.50 .:�.,. James Lynch Coal Co. 44.00: _Bruno Pier Priori 20.00 Tompkins County Memorial Hospital 8.64;:. Tompkins County Memorial Hospital 122.18 .� Town of Ithaca 217-50 Martin & Son Inc. i,6i4.00 Brewer Excavating 373.50'' William C. Landstrom 476.00 4: ' Charles Hopkins 342.00 -= Robinson & Carpenter 180.27 r Porter's Atlantic Service 32.08 ` Root's Express,Inc. 2,45 "s- Ithaca Co -op G.L.F. Service,Inc. 80 00 - City Chamberlain 6.37 - AFPPOVED BY FINlNCE QQXN 11TTEE: 4 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 December 8, 1954 COR_;FLL UiJIVI',RSITi - WATER REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Cornell University advising that action has been taken to have their property on Snyder Hill included in the E. State Street Water District. In view of an estimated delay of eight weeks to accomplish this and in view of the emergency situation existing it was requested that the City make water available during the pendency of this extension procedure. The request was referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and report,. LEON BLf'.ISDELL - PA.RKING SPACE REQUEST: The Clerk read a letter from Leon Blaisdell, lessee of the premises at 114 E. Green St., who requested permission to rent a parking space in the E. Green Street parking area adjacent to this building. He offered to pay $5.00 per month for this privilege. The request was referred to the Buildings & Grounds Committee for study and report. TREE - 106 AUBURN STREET: The Clerk read a letter from R. S. Baker, City Forester, advising that a street tree located in front of 106 Auburn Street has been girdled by the owner, Mr. Dana A. Ludlow, who admits doing it in order to prevent the roots from entering the sanitary sewer. He further advised that in time this action will kill the tree making its removal necessary, and suggested that the cost of removal be borne by the owner. Thic mutter was ref errsd to the Hi ghway Committee f or investigation and report. INLET RETAINING WALL: . The Clerk -read correspondence between the City I ttorney and Assemblyman Aishberry indicating initial steps have been taken regarding -the enact- ment of additional legislation to provide for the rehabilitation of Cayuga Inlet wall in the vicinity of 315 Taughannock Blvd. BIDS - CHEMICLT-S: Mr. Rich, Assistant to Superintendent of Public `forks, reco- mmended, that bids be taken on chemicals needed for the coming year for water purification and sewage treatment including chlorine, sulphur dioxide, hydrated lime, soda ash, and sulphate of -alumina. By Commissioner Saperstone: "seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be and he hereby is authorized to advertise for bids on chemical supplies as recommended. Carried WATER & SEt.,TER DEPARTPiENT BUDGET a draft of a proposed Water & S By Commossioner Saperstone: RESOLVED, that the budget be and report. - 1955: Assistant Superintendent Rich presented ewer Department budget for the year 1955• seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier referred to the water & Sewer Committee for study Carried BERNARD F. BURRE BILL: A disputed bill against i�ir, Bernard F. Burke in the amount of 1116.98 for construction of sidewalk and driveway at 128 Catherine ,Street was referred to the Highway Committee for investigation and report. BIDS - TRACTOR: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for bids on a Farmall type of tractor, or its equivalent, with appurtenances. Carried .AUDIT: By Commissioner Bradford: seconded by Commissioner Clynes RE,,SOLUED, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and aereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried COYCESSION STArD - STE�JART PARK: In answer to an inquiry from Commissioner Saperstone regarding the status of the plans for the proposed new concession stand at Stewart Park, Commissioner Egan reported that the report is withheld pending 211irther details being worked out by the City Engineer and expressed the hope that a er ort trill be ready for the next meeting. 01' I,i0TI0h the meeting was adjourned. j r Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk 37 138 BO. RD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDIP:GS CITY OF ITHI,CI , N.Y. Regul�.r I ieeting 4:30 p.m. PRA -SIT: I ^.yor - Cook Commi::sioners - Saperstone, ,gan, Bradford and =jaurnier 1.1: erman - Wilkinson sire Commr. - Wheaton 1.ttoi�ney - Dahmen Supt. of Public Works - Laverty 1 sstb to Supt, of Public '-corks - Mich Engineer - Cass Forester - Baker Clerk - Blean Deputy Clerk - Sinsabaugh '�ecelber 22, 1;154 MUTES: Minutes of the preceding meeting -Tern duly appPoved. BIDS - CHEMICALS: Twelve bits on chemicals ,•Tere receive?, evened and read by the Clerk as follows: CHLORINE: Solvay Process Division Allied Chemical & Dye Corp. 7.69 per cwt. John Wiley Jones Co. 6.70 per cwt. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the bids on chlorine be referred to the Water & Sewer Committee for study and recommendation. Carried ZULFHUR DIO;;IDE i±nsul Chemical Company 12.31¢ per lb. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner ,'gar. RESOLVED, that the bid on sulphur dioxide be referred to the Water & Sewer Comittee for study and recommendation. Carried HMRATED LIKE: Ithaca Co -op GLF Service,Inc. 21.56 per ton National Gypsum Company 20.60 " U. S. Gypsum Company 22.49 " Warner Company 20.61 " John Wiley Jones Company 22.20 " By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Wigan RESOLVED, that the bids on hydrated lime be refereed to the `dater & SeT -Ter Committee for study and recommendation. Carried y OD; 1.SH Solvay Process Division, Allied Chemical & Dye Corp. 3.08 per cwt Finger Lakes Chemical Company 2.90 " " By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the bids on soda ash be referred to the Water & fewer Committee for study and recommendation. Carried OF ^.LUMIT L : Lmerican Cyanamid Company 45.20 v.er ton General Chemical. Division, 1' flied 'Jhemical & Dye Corp. 45.05 By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner '3c7afi RESOLVED, that the bids on sulphate of alumina be referred to the `17,ter & 3e',Ter Committee for studi! and recommendation. 0 -A BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS AUDIT SHEET T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. C. E. Hunt & 6o. Phillips Ribbon & Carbon Co. Burroughs Corp. VanNatta Office Equipment Co. N. Y. Telephone Co. T. G. Miller's Sons Paper Co. The B. F. Goodrich Co. Smith's Hardware The Sherwin - Williams Co. Stallman 'Jistributing Co. Brewer & Brown Co.Ine. Culver's Service Syracuse Supply Co. Coverall Service & Supply MacDougall Equip. Co.Inc. Syracuse Supply Co. Binghamton Heil Equip. Co. College ''hevrolet Co.Inc. Cayu7-a Salt Sales Wells Supply Co.Inc. National 1.4elding Robinson & Carpenter Brewer Excavating N. Y. State Electric & Gas Ithaca Motors Co. Home & Garden Supply Co. Corp. Ireland Mill & Supply Co.Inc. Frank "batman N. Y. State Electric & Gas Corp. Binghamton Heil Equipment Co. John W. Hirshfeld,M.D. Dale B. Pritchard,M.D. Tompkins County T,.emorial Hospital Dale B. Fritchard,M.D. H. D. Besemer Clarkson Chemical Co. The Atlantic Rafining Co. City Chamberlain City of Ithaca, '-Mater & Sewer Div. APFROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE: Y December 22, 1954 9.16 / 22.8f-'-:' 24.80 -` - 22.32, 1.89. 32.02 113;28,496.33" ff. 22.10.. 15-78 2.34 185.85 .# . 3.66`. 56.00"`. 17.70 160.55 12.1, 89- 23.14 , 867.84 144.06 17.64,1*`" 639.98 Y" , 117.00 "°O�., 8.12 ` 10,272.00 4,51.x= 1.20" 16.90'"` 43.32 1.13 ` 195.48 ," 5.00 r" 39.82 5.4o-- 180.00 °"� 20.95 p 616.96 .65 " 809.3 21"0' tr BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS BILLS RECEIVABLE December 22, 1954 Cornell University $ 7,500.00 - Finger Lakes State Parks Comm. 1$.75 "' City of Ithaca (Rohrer) 25.00" Alexander, Jack W. & Frieda E. 4.01'`` Carpenter, Stuart V. 217.41 — Loveless, Howard C. &- Edith M. 69.88 Novodor, Jacob 53.37..- - Engdahl, Ernest & Laura 11.47- Knanr, Peter &, Ruth 2.98 - Baker, Rose Noble 13.$6 -" Cicchetti, Mrs. Albert 8.76 Phe Mu Alrha 6.7$"" Tompkins County ( Sheriff's Dept) 45.31- City of Ithaca (Central Fire Station) 3.29-o' City of Ithaca (Pao. 5's Fire Station) 21$.75''µ City of Ithaca (City Hall) 809.32," Board of Education (Belle Sherman School) $.29 -" Board of Education (East Hill School) 932.61° New York State Electric & Gas Corp. 5.94 - Fabbricatore, Francis 30.00 City of Ithaca 250.00 �e- APPROVED BY .FINANCE COM","ITTEE 0 U .s~ In 0000 o ° o ° Q o ° 0 0 0 0 e • • e e o °Cpam• 8° 0-O\N ° ° ° 0 0 d d � 8 °801s\ 1rn 0 0 "0 OMM\O M N N O O I a) €Y. w w w w N N M 111 w w w w w w N rl ri w a r-i r i w r-i 01 w r-I r-I n N N 0 a to O 8 C, 8O O O O S8O SO 0 000 O 0 O 0 Q O O o O O 0 o 0 O O d ! 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American ',later '"'orl s i.ssoeiati.on 15•( abbitt, J. F. 250 00-11r. - e sever, H. D, 56.E Cayuga ator Sales Corgi. .30 College Chevrolet Cc. Inc, 2(1):.4; Ci-arier 's kuto Parts Co. 3 %•99`'',: 1?�.61 Darling Valve and i_mufacturinr *4 Finger jukes Chemical Co, 1`x.39 I arland C�., T1be vv0.�.� "raham, L. L. 198,00 r` Haverstick L Co. Inc. 361.67 Head., Henry Ro 5.02" Hghway ids terials Co. Inc. 79.46-''° City of lth� ca, General F and 1p509.16 it "�`. It n it n Ri 19509o24.i Ithaca Coopo G. L. F. S ervice Inc, 18040 Ithaca Printing Service 190.40 Jack's Glass S-Z hop 1o40�' Kline I s Pharmacy 2,32 T'iller's Sons Paper Co., T. G0 6.56 idational Vielding 1125''` 172:43 'dcr�tune I'Leter Co. itew York State Elecuric €,_ ('tas Corp. L'�"f� 132307' �" it it if it it 1� � �- sAf -% ';ew York Telephone Cc. -'arton Electric; Cc, 43090"" Cw *erhea:? Door Sales Co. 5000 Sorrin€ , Andy 4 5. 53 Spencer's Fody Shop 63.16--v- Stallman Distributing Corp, 12.0.1.'v' StewartStewartHomerHomer 7 --w 1380� /J ll�ieeten's Sheet 1-;e +,11 Shop 2.25 Wolverton Construction Co. 334 :00 � i:orthin�- ton.- =.a =mon °:stet Division 0 34.1 c: Upt- 530,08 1.5P-f( City Chamberlain Approved Finance Co,rr.ittee �y at G ^ ¢ i k ? Y Y h �r 3 ,b A w G i '� 9 BOARD OF PUBLIC ',TORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 2 December 22, 1954 OAK1!'OOD LANE & CAHPBUL AVENUE DEEDS: hr. Paul Taber appeared before the Board and reviewed the progress made in developing his sub - division on Oakwood Lane and Campbell Avenue over a period of two years. He expressed his sincere gratefulness to the Board and staff members for their cooperation in building streets and making water and sewer facilities available. He stated that the cellar for one house is being poured, that another house is scheduled for early construction and predicted that many more would be built in early spring or next summer. He extended an invitation to the Board members to drive up and inspect these improvements and see the view of Ithaca that may be had from this location. He then presented revised deeds and maps of these two streets which were referred to the City Attorney for examination. FIRE DEPAR71ENT BUILDINGS: Fire Commissioner ' ^rheaton appeared before the Board and expressed his appreciation for the cooperation given in maintaining the Fire department buildings and expressed the hope that additional funds may be made available next year to make much needed further repairs. BERNARD F. BURKE ,B,LI.,L; By Commissioner Gaurnier, seconded by Commissioner Saperstone RESOLVED, that the bill of Bernard F, Burke, 128 Catherine Street, dated October 1, 1954 in the amount of $1.6198 be expunged due to an error; and that the Superintendent be authorized to send a new bill in the proper amount. Carried TREE RZYLVAL - 106 AUBt,U ST.: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVBD, that the City Forester be authorized and directed to remove the girdled tree at 106 Auburn Street; and that the owner, 2x. Dana A. Ludlow, be billed for the actual cost of removing the tree in accordance with the recommendation of the Forester. Carried PAUL A. MOONEY: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner .Egan RESOLVED, that Paul A. Piooney be and hereby is appointed probationally to the position of Street Maintenance Man at the rate of j�l-.-5- -per hour as a result of his having passed a competitive Civil Service examination. /.S-o Carried JMISIONAL P,PPQ T1'iENTSS: By Commissioner Gaurnier: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that the following provisional appointments be made: Street haintenance Foreman, at the rate of $1.70 per hour - Domenico Campagna and (Jack) Guiovachino Guidi /,.Ar Pr A r /' Street Maintenance Tian, at the rate of der hour - Frank Blake, Harry Huddle Jr. and Frank Mooney AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Civil Service Comm. sion be requested to hold competitive promotional examinations for these positions. Carried VAL & S,Z�,rER Di,-'FT. BUDGET - 1955: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the Water & Sewer Committee had reviewed the proposed budget for 1955 and recommend its adoption. He explained that any construction or emergency expenses not anticipated at this time would be brought before the Board as thc- may arise, but that every effort will be made not to exceed budget estimates. By Comissioner 'aperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESCLVD, that the proposed budget for the '.iater and Sewer Departments for the year 1955. as presented, in the total amount of $301,000.00 be and the same hereby is approved and confirmed. Carried E' r'.R S ;HV IC IE ITH AC A SHOPPING PLAZA: Commissioner Saperstone reported that the '+•rater and Sewer Committee have reviewed the verbal request of John C. Burns, agent for o�,mers of Ithaca Shopping Plaza, for sewer service to their property outside the city limits and recommend that Nr. Burns be informed that the present policy of the Board prohibits the extension of sewer service to areas outside the City. He reported also that the Committee further recommend that the Board look with favor on annexation and suggest that consideration be given on a water district basis. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner j,gan RESOLVED, that the recommendations of the 14ater & Sewer Committee in the matter be approved; and that fr. Burns be notified accordingly. Carried 140 BOARD OF PU$LIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS Page 3 December 22, 1954 CORNELL VNIVERSITY WATER REQUEST: Commissioner Saperstone reported that Cornell. University has made application to have its Veterinary Experiment Station on Snyder Hill included in the East State Street -Pine Tree Road Water District and that the District has agreed to such inelusionj By Commissioner Saperstone; seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVED, that Cornell University's request for water service to the Veterinary Experiment Station on Snyder Hill on an emergency basis through the E. State Street .-Pine Tree Road Water District be granted. Carried FLUORIDATIOU: Commissioner `:aperstor e inquired if the Maybr wished tb set the January date for a publid hearin on fluoridation or whether the Water & Sewer Committee should set the date. n this rest)eet Mayor Cook read a letter from Dr. _ A•1 Crosse Chairman of the Fluoridation Committee of the Tompkins County bental Society, requesting postponement of such a hearing until early or mid- February. Dr. Cross expressed the feeling that the public is not at this time sufficiently informed on this important matter and that it is hoped to use the delay in time to present factual material on the subject. By Commissioner Saperstone: seconded by Commissioner Gaurnier RESOLVED, that the request received from Dr. Cross be given due consideration, and that the Board approve the postponement of the public hearing until mid - February; and that the Mayor be authorized to set the time and date of such a hearing. Carried `IRE DEPT. BUILDINGS - ADDTTIONAL APPROPRIATION: By Commissioner Egan: seconded by Commissioner Bradford RESOLVED, that the estimate for budget item ;119 -A for the year 1,055 be increased by $4,200.00; and that a requisition be ordered filed with the Common Council for an additional appropriation of $4,200.00 to this budget item for much needed repairs in the Fire Department buildings. Carried AUDIT: By Commissioner Jradford: seconded by Commissioner Egan RESOLVIME, that the bills approved and audited by the Finance Committee be and they hereby are approved for payment; and that the bills receivable be and hereby are approved and ordered rendered. Carried STEWART PARK SWIMMING: Commissioner Saperstone read excerpts from the Post- Standard and Ithaca Journal regarding pollution of Cayuga Lake and s7,.imming at Stewart Park for the record, and Mayor Cook directed the Clerk to have them recorded as follows: The Post - Standard - Dec. 11, 1954 Albany, Dec. 10. (AP) . . . "For the last two summers, the Air Force has declared Seneca and Cayuga Lakes off limits for shimming by ;personnel at Sampson Air Force base, a training center on Seneca Lake. Cayuga Lake is but a few miles from the base. The Air Force said tests by its technicians had shoim the two lakes were too polluted for safe swimming. DANG,ROUSLY POLLUTED The general public also was barred last summer from s�-imming in one part of the bathing area at Cayuga Lake State Park, near Seneca Falls. The State Health Depart - veent said its tests showed that the water was dangerously polluted in that area ".... The Ithaca Journal - Nov.20,L1954 hov. 20, 1929 - 25 years ago ..... "Recommendations of Warren H. Tianning, of Boston, landscape architect, were discussed at a meeting of the Stewart Park Commission in City Hall with hr. Panning present. The first recommendation is extension of the park shore line on the lake, with projected construction of concrete swimming and wading pools to be supplied with water from the city system "... �OUNCIL ROOM: 1,ayor Cook expressed his thanks to the Board and professional staff, Mr. Laverty, Mr. Cass and Mr. Rich, for the redecoration and lay -out of the Council Voom and to the Common Council for making the funds available for this purpose. He expressed the opinion that even though some officials were opposed to it at first all now appear favorably impressed with the improvement. He concluded by expressing his appreciation to all for their splendid cooperation given throuIhout the year in the administration of city affairs. ON MOTION the meeting was adjourned. Geo. A. Blean, City Clerk