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BOARD OF PUBLIC CyORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITflPCA , NEW YORK
Regular Meeting January 7 , 1981 4 : 00 P.M.
PRESENT :
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners (S) : Brown, Schickel , Varricchio , Walker , Walsh
ABSENT :
Co-'m ssioner Cleveland
OTHERS PRESENT :
Deputy Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Superintendent - Dingman
Asst. Controller - Ca.fferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Chamberlain - Wright
Asst. to Supt. _. Dougherty
0) Alderman - Banfield , Holman, .Gutenberger
(y) City Engineer - Cox
N City Attorney - Shapiro
W Commissioner Schickel chaired meeting ,)n.til Mayor arrived at 4 : 25 p .m.
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Q MINUTES:
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the December 17 , 1980 meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk ,
Carried
STAFF REPORTS :
Revisions to the 1981 table of authorized positions
Superintendent Dingman reported on revisions to the table of authorized
positions .
"Now that we have had one year' s experience with the revised and reduced
table of authorized positions which were proposed as a result of the
productivity project , we can see certain revisions which are necessary
for the operation of the divisions . They are as follows :
In the Construction & Maintenance Division, Garage Section
The position of Maintainer should be eliminated and the position of
Stock Manager created to more accurately reflect the work of the pre-
sent employee. In this same group , the number of Maintenance Men
should be increased to two , to permit the formation of a third shift.
We presently have enough Mechanics to staff three shifts , but we need
an assistant for the Mechanic on the third shift .
In the Water $ Sewer Division, Meter Section
The number of Meter Servicemen -. should be increased by one-half to
one and one-half, and a similar increase made in the Map Record
Section. This is the way these two sections are presently staffed,
and we have found that there is no way they can be sufficiently or
effectively operated with fewer employees .
In the Water & Sewer Division , Maintenance of Lines & Equipment Section
The position of Carpenter should be deleted, and a position of
Maintainer added. The work presently being done by the incumbent
would be better described if he were rated as a Working Foreman to
fill the position left vacant by the retirement of Charles Benesi .
I':e have found that the custodial services in the Puildings F; Grounds
Division are not adequately staffed, and we dill recommend that the
position of Laborer, 20 hours , be deleted and a full-time Laborer
position be restored.
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It is anticipated that these changes will reduce the requirement for
overtime and seasonal help so that no increase in the total budgeted
labor will be required. The effect of these changes will be to increase
the department totals for 154 to 157 positions, five of which are not
presently filled.
! Recommendations to accomplish these revisions are included in the
recommendations for the Finance Committee. "
j PERSONNEL:
Appointments
Supt. Dingman requested approval of Ronald A. Gustafson, a Sewage k
Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer Division at
$9 ,439 per year at the 1980 rate , effective retroactively to January 4 ,
1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker.: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Ronald A.
Gustafson, a Sewage Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water .a.nd.
N Sewer Division , at $9 ,439 per year at the 1980 rate , effective retTo--
actively to January 4 , 1981 .
Carried Supt. Dingman requested approval of Richard A. Luitich a Water
Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer Division at
$8 , 068, 1980 rate , effective January 11 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
j RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Richard A. Luitich ,
a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewers
Division , at $8 ,068, 1980 rate , effective January 11 , 3_981.
Carried
Supt . Dingman requested approval of James Kelly as a Truck Driver in
the Construction and Maintenance Division at $4 . 23 per hour, 1980 rate ,
effective January 19 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of James Kelly as a
Truck Driver in the Construction and Maintenance Division at $4 ..23 per
hour, 1980 rate , effective January 19 , 1981 .
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Invoice - Stearns $ Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the invoice from Stearns & Wheler for consulting services
in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation Survey through November,
1980 , be approved in the amount of $17,924. 74.
Carried
Invoice - Stearns & Wheler (Deep Shaft Project)
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That an invoice from Stearns $ Wheler for consulting services
in connection with the Dee Shaft project through November 1980 , be
approved in the amount of p$6 ,920 . 24.
Carried
Invoice - J. Andrew Lange , Inc.
By Couun. Brown : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVEt), That an invoice from J. Andrew Lange , Tnc. for a Flygt Model
4500 submersible mixer and appurtenances for the digester , be approved
in the amount of $10 , 500 .
Carried
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REPORT OF HIGHWAYS , STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Comm. Walsh reported that as has been announce by Challenge Industries ,
separate pickup of glass for recycling has been discontinued. Challenge
Industries concluded that despite the housing provided by the City , and
the trucks and equipment provided by the City, the operation still
generated $8 ,000 less income than expenses in 1979 and $18 ,000 less
income than expenses in 1980 . Challenge was unable to find adequate
subsidies to continue and felt that the losses incurred by this program
damaged their other programs to the point where they could not continue .
The City crews are presently collecting the glass along with other
refuse on their regular routes and disposing of it in the same manner.
REPORT OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Commissioner Walsh reported that most people remember Cornelius Edsall
as vividly as they remember anything else about Stewart Park. Corni.e
was the custodian caretaker at Stewart 'ark. from March 30 , 1.936 until
he retired on the. first of November , 1973. During this period Cornie
was active in the establishment of the Stewart Park Zoo . At Lh e time
of his death last month, the family indicated that contributions to a
(y) Stewart Park Zoo fund could be made in his memory. As a result , many
(\J of the employees of the City have contributed, and it is expected that
W others will contribute in the future.
Resolution
Q By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Controller be requested to establish in the Trust
and Agency Account of the General Fund, a Sub-account to be known as
the "Stewart Park Zoo Fund," and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Controller be empowered to accept
any donations to be placed in this account , and that expenditures from
the fund be made at the discretion and with the approval of this Board.
of Public Works .
It is anticipated that Mr. Edsa11 ' s son Robert , who is a city employee ,
will use funds which have been donated directly to the family for this
purpose , and funds which are donated through the City, to select a
suitable addition to the zoo in memory of his father.
Carried
Report - Gun Shop Hill Sidewalk
Comm. Walsh reported that at a Board of Public Works meeting in November ,
the possibility was raised for constructing a sidewalk on Lake Street
between Lincoln Street and the existing stairs that lead down to Queen
Street . The Engineering Division was assigned to investigate the
possibility. The investigation concluded that 140 feet of retaining
well would have to be built to support the sidewalk; that the construc-
tion of such sidewalk would adversely affect the use of the property on
the corner c ` Lincoln and Lake Streets . It is the conclusion of the
department that the cost and related problems of constructing the side-
walk would not be justified by its benefits .
Report - Steven Torrant , Golf Pro Contract
Comm. Walsh reported that on the announcement of the retirement of Golf
Pro , Lew Adesso , the Board of Public Works advertised for the services
of a Golf Course Manager for the Newman Municipal Golf Course with the
requirement that the successful candidate must be a Class A PGA Pro , or
apprentice . As the result of this advertisement several interviews were
held) and the Board invited Steven Torrant to negotiate a contract for
services . The contract as it has been worked out by the City Attorney ,
1)1-otir Iles that the Golf Course Mzinage.r will be employed by the City- on
a year-round basis at an annual salary of $11 , 000 and it further provides
that he will be available full-time at the golf course during the months
of April through October.
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Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That Steven Torrant be appointed Golf Course Manager at an
annual salary of $11 ,000 , effective January 1 , 1981 and
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IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That a contract of employment between Mr.
Torrant and the City of Ithaca which establishes the terms and condi-
tions of his employment , be approved, and the Mayor be authorized to
sign it on behalf of the Board of Public Works .
Carried
E REPORT OF FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Commmittee
as listed on Abstract No . 1 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No. 1 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
{ IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
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j Report _ Appointment of Leo B. Hayford
Comm. Walker reported that since the announcement of the retirement of
the Superintendent of Public Works , the Board of Public Works has met
several times as a committee of .the whole to act on the matter of his
replacement. The Board advertised the position widely, and as a result ,
received 28 applications . After reviewing the applications in detail ,
the Board members selected six candidates for interview. Of the six
selected, two declined interview because the proposed salary was not
adequate to encourage them to relocate. From the remaining four candi-
dates , the Board selected Leo B. Harford, City Engineer/Public Works
Superintendent of the City of Little Falls , New York. The job offer
was made to Mr. Harford at a starting salary of $31 , 500 with an increase
to $34 ,000 upon permanent appointment.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, THAT Leo B. Harford be appointed provisionally to the position
of Superintendent of Public Works of the City of Ithaca effective
March 1 , 1981 at an annual salary of $31 ,500 and
i IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Civil Service Commission examine the
1 qualifications of Mr. Harford, and should it be necessary, schedule
a Civil Service examination for the position, and
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That upon permanent appointment to the position,
Mr. Harford' s salary be increased to $34 ,000 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Change in DPW authorized Rositions
By Comm. Walker : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
5 RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to change the table of
authorized positions in the Department of Public Works ' tentative
budget as follows :
In the Garage Section of the Construction << Maintenance Division
q add one Stock Manager; delete one Maintainer; add one Maintenance
Man - for a total of eight .
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Tn the Custodian Section of the Buildings Grounds Division, add
one Laborer; delete one Laborer; 20 hours .
In the Meter Section of the Water $ Sewer Division, add one-half
Meter Serviceman.
In the Map Record Section of the Water & Sewer Division add one-
half Senior Engineering Aide.
In the Maintenance of Lines & Equipment Section of the Water & Sewer
Division delete one Carpenter; add one Maintainer.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Q� Report - Traffic Control of E. Tompkins St . Intersection with N.
(Y) Aurora & N. Tioga Streets
(\j Comm. Walsh reported that she has talked with Traffic Tngineer, Gombas.
LIJ He recommends that as soon as it is possible the crosswalks there be
restriped, the "no parking from here to corner" signs be pushed further
back from the corner so that the visability at those corners be increased.
Q Also , that some brush and trees be cut , and some sign work be done , a.s
soon as ' possible. The committee has accepted his report.
Report - City Engineer Cox
City Engineer Cox reported on proposed agreement between NYS Dept. of
Transportation and City of Ithaca for S. Albany Street Bridge repairs .
He explained background of proposed agreement and that i=he cost, to the
City would be 5% of total cost. Construction would not commence until
1982 . Agreement will go to Council January 7 , 1981- for approval .
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Election of Vice Chairman
Mayor Bordoni entertaineJ nominations from the floor for the position
of Vice Chairman of the Board. Commissioner Walker nominated Gerald
P. Schickel for the position and his nomination was seconded by
Commissioner Walsh.
A vote on the nomination of Commissioner Schickel for the position of
Vice Chairman resulted as follows :
Carried
Mayor Bordoni .declared Commissioner Schickel duly elected Vice Chairman
of the Board of Public Works for a term to expire December 31 , 1981.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Renovation o. Council Chambers
Mayor Bordoni spoke to Board about renovating some space in Council
Chambers for conference rooms . He asked Supt . Dingman and staff to
design a 'conference room that could be built within Common Council
Chambers to help accomodate all the City Committees that wish to use
City Hall for meetings . At the present time, there is a definite lack
of space. He explained the cost and where in the budget the money
I would come from.
The Mayor submitted plans to Public Buildings , Public Grounds & Parks
Committee for their review and recommendation.
Standin ; Committees - 1981
j Mayor Bordoni reported that the Standing Committees of the Board of
Public Works will remain the same for 1981 .
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Non-City Streets of Concerned Taxpayers
Mayor Bordoni spoke to Board about several streets that taxpayers have
concerns about , that are not city streets . Citizens on these streets
are concerned about snow accumulation in the winter time and the pro-
blems of fire trucks and ambulances needing access to these streets .
The Mayor stated these are home-owners and taxpayers within the city
and they should be afforded the same safety measures as we give to
other taxpayers within the city. ,
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the matter of maintenance for non-city streets be referre`u"
to the Highways , Street Lighting, and Refuse Committee .
Carried
Buses
Comm. Schickel brought up question on buses . He requested that the
staff take another look at the possibility of going to a different
type of bus , one that would be substantially less expensive.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the staff look into the possibility of using a school,
bus type of vehicle for city buses .
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 5 : 00 p .m.
a lista . Paolangeli Raymond Bordoni.
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
Accounts Receivable
�axry -7, 1.981
1300 Edward Lott A,7 1.0 774 17
Total 774 17
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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City of Ithaca, New York
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P .,M. January 28 , 1981
PRESENT :
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners (4) : Schickel , Varricchio , Walker, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT :
Supt. Dingman
Dep. Clerk Paolangeli
City Controller Spano
Asst . to Supt . Dougherty
Purchasing Agent Clynes
Dep. Controller Caffillero
Alderman Banfield
Supt. Elect Leo B. Harford
City Attorney Shapiro
Personnel Dir. Collins
ABSENT :
co Commissioner Cleveland, Brown
N MINUTES :
LJ By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the January 7, 1981 meeting be approved
Q as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
REPORT OF CITY CONTROLLER:
City Controller Spano announced a Budget & Administration meeting on
January 29 , 1981 . Compliment of Department of Public Works will be
discussed at this meeting.
Section 18 - Transportation Reimbursements
City Controller Spann invited Comms. of Board of Public Works to be
present at January 29 meeting of Budget $ Administration Comm. to
discuss ideas in the use of school b uses for public transportation.
Asst. to Supt. Dougherty and Herman Sieverding from Planning Dept.
will also be present at this meeting.
REPORT OF SUPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS :
Supt. Dingman introduced Supt . Elect Leo B. Harford to the Board.
Mr. Harford will assume his responsibilities effective March 1 , 1981 .
Mr. Dougherty will be in charge until March 1 , 1981 .
PERSONNEL :
Appointment
Supt. Dingman requested approval of appointment of Rebecca June as a
Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4. 79 per hour , effective
January 26 , 1981 ,
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Rebecca June as
a Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4 . 79 per hour, effective
January 26 , 1981 . Carried
Promotion
Supt . Dingman requested approval of the promotion of Walter Jay_
Happel to the position of Working Supervisor (Grade 31) in the Water
& Sewer Division at the minimum salary ($5. 97 per hour) , effective
February 1 , 1981 .
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Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the promotion of Walter Jay Happe7.
to the position of Working Supervisor (Grade 31) in the Water &
Sewer Division at the minimum salary ($5 . 97 per hour) effective
February 1 , 1981 .
Carried
REPORT OF WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Use of PVC Pipe
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the regulations of the Board of Public Works governing
installation of sanitary sewer services , be amended to permit the ,
use of PVC pipe where asbestos cement is now permitted; the amendment
to be prepared by the Engineering Division and presented to the
Board at its February 11 meeting for inclusion in the rules and
regulations .
Carried
Stearns $ Wheler Bill - Industrial Pretreatment Program
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional engi-
neering services in connection with the Industrial Pretreatment
Program through November , 1980 , be approved in the amount of $182 . 04 .
Carried
Stearns & Wheler Bill - Wastewater Treatment Facilities
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns $ Wheler for professional
services in connection with the Wastewater Treatment Facilities
Planning/Negotiation of cost sharing, be approved in the amount of
$4 ,000 . This is a final bill for this phase of the contract . _.
Carried
Stearns & Wheler Bill - Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Process
Pilot Plant
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional services
in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Process Pilot
Plant through December, 1980 , be approved in the amount of $10 , 637. 25 .
Carried
Stearns $ Wheler Bill - Sewer System Evaluation Survey
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional services
in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation Survey through
December, 1980 , be approved in the amount of $16 , 582 . 91 .
Carried
Gaggle Company , Inc. Bill
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Gaggle Company, Inc. for the disposal of
digester sludge , be approved in the amount of $2 , 772 . 75 .
Carried
REPORT OF HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
V. Giordano Construction Co . Bill - Phase 1 Construction
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a final bill from V. Giordano Construction Co. for
Phase 1 construction of peripheral streets , be approved in the
amount of $935 .
Carr ! --d
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V. Giordano Construction Co. Bill - Phase 2 Construction
By Comm. Walsh : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a final bill from V. Giordano Construction Co. for
services in connection with the Phase 2 reconstruction of peripheral
streets , be approved in the amount of $6 ,541 . 50 .
Carried
Anton J. Egner Assoc. Bill - Phase 2 Construction
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a final bill from Anton J. Egner Assoc. for
professional services in connection with the Phase 2 construction of
peripheral streets , be approved in the amount of $80 . 25 .
Carried
Non-Public City Streets
Comm. Walsh reported that work has started on the problem of .non-
public city streets . The City Engineer' s office is drawing up a
total list , so it will be known how many streets are being dealt
with and what streets they are . As soon as this list is looked at ,
recommendations will be made.
REPORT OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
N Green Street Garage
W Comm. Schic el reported that when the Green Street Garage was con-
structed., four facia panels on the north face were left off in whole
or in part , to provide for the planned connection of the Ithaca
Center. The missing panels were replaced by temporary closure . The
present Ithaca Center plan will not make use of these openings . It
would be difficult and costly, if not impossible , to place these
missing panels after steel for the new Ithaca Center project has been
set . This steel is scheduled to be erected early in 1981 . In order
for these panels to be ordered and set prior to the setting of the
steel , the contract was negotiated with Streeter Assoc .dre-sto provide
and install the panels at a cost of $6 ,600 with a contingency allow-
ance of 15% . It was necessary to place the order for this work on
January 12 , 1981 , in order to meet the deadline for the steel con-
struction of Ithaca Center. Accordingly, the department let the
above mentioned contract without action by the Board and without the
formality of bidding.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That this Board concur in the actions of the IURA/CDA and
the action of the department in awarding a bid to Streeter Assoc.
for the installation of concrete panels on the north face of the Green
Street Parking Garage for a total price of $6 ,600 on an emergency
basis without the formality of bidding.
Carried
Eckerlin, Klepper and Hahn Bill
By Comm. Sctlickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a final bill from Eckerlin, Klepper and Hahn for
professional services in connection with the repairs to the Green
Street Garage , be approved in the amount of $202 . 50 and ordered paid
from the 1981 operation account for the garage.
Carried
REPORT OF FINANCE, ACCOUNTS, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 2 of the General Fund accounts of the
Dept Lrtrrerlt of Public SVorks and on Abstract 2 of the vatcr and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment .
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivalbe be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
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Temporary Truck Driver - Construction & Maintenance Division
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to approve the temporary
addition of one Truck Driver to the list of authorized positions for
the Construction $ Maintenance Division. This addition was made in
connection with the settlement of an employee grievance and will
continue until the number of Truck Drivers presently employed in this
division is reduced by attrition.
Carried ,
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
East Ithaca Transit - Comm. Varricc to
The Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Commission which has a staff
representative from the City, has determined to run a. bus serving East
Ithaca, Cornell University and the Ellis Hollow area on an experimental
basis in 1981 . This bus operation does not connect with the City
Transit System, nor does the City of Ithaca have any financial or
operational commitment to the system. It is reported here merely
because the City does have representation through its Transit Division
on the Commission, and because of the continuing interest of the City
of Ithaca in transit in the Greater Ithaca Area.
NEW BUSINESS:
Hancock Housing Area
Mayor Bordoni expressed his concern regarding the lack of signs in the
Hancock Housing Area for slowing of traffic. A large population of
children resides in that area.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the problem of signs be referred to the Parking, Traffic
& Transit Comm. for their review.
Carried
Pidgeon Problem
Mayor Bordoni reported that a person had called him regarding pidgeon
problems at her home. The mayor requested Mr. Dingman to update every-
one on pidgeon control . Mr. Dingman explained that for several years
the City had engaged in Pidgeon control ; not to eliminate them completely,
but to keep the number down, but like many other things , it was a
casualty of the budget . In 1980 , funds were removed from the budget
entirely, but restored after concerns of the commissioners regarding
pidgeons in the central business district . The funds were eliminated
again in 1981 . At the present , there is no pidgeon control program.
It would cost approximately $1 ,000 per year for a contractor to do
the work of pidgeon control .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That a Pidgeon Control Program be. investigated by the Public
Buildings , Public Grounds & Parks Committee .
Carried
Supt . Dingman ' s Last Meeting
Mayor Bordoni reminded everyone that this was Mr. Dingman ' s last Board
of Public Works meeting and reflected on Mr. Dingman' s service to the
City of Ithaca. Mayor Bordoni said that it had been a priviledge and
an honor to serve with Mr. Dingman and that the City of Ithaca has
greatly benefited by his leadership and experience . The Mayor thanked
him for a very pleasant and rewarding experience . Mr. Dingman expressed
that it had been a mutually rewarding experience working with the Board
members and all of the city officials .
AD,f,9.0,N,,r";T :
On a motion, meeting adjourned at 5 : 05
Ca11ista F. Paolangeli Raymond Bordoni
Deputy City Clerk 4 Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JANUARY 28, 1981
11971 Andrew Ramage- v G2122 37.76
j 11972 William J. Gerber --- G2122 36.76
1197x. George Whipple G2122 26.17
11974 Forest City Lodge 181" - G2122 64.96
11975 Fred Small G2122 42.41
11976 A. L. Hull - G2122 69.76
11977 Ralph E. Thorpc F2144 , 17.98 G2122 11.98
11978 ,Joseph Sady - I F2144 21.02 G2122 14.01
11979 Rosamund Danielson F2144 19. 24 G2122 12.83
11980 R H P Inc. F2144 17.41 G2122 11.61
11981 Joseph Illes.•: F2144 -27.22 G2122 18.15
11982 Claire Marie Nagel F2144� 18.91 G2122 12.61
11983 Christopher George Corp.F2144 18-05 G2122 12.04
11984 Guiliano Lucatelli Jr. F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
11985 VOID
11986 James Iacovelli F2144 10.90 G2122 7.26
11987 Joseph Yengo F2144 26.70 G2122 17.80
11988 Sharon Marinos F2144 27.56 G2122 18.38
11989 Cutting Holding Corp. F2144 r 18.91 G2122 12.61
11990 Robert Grover F2144 21.80 G2122 14.53
11991 Henry Theisen F2144 19.66 G2122 L3.11
11992 Marilyn J. Bryce F2144 23.01 G2122 15.34
11993 Donal A. Dermody F214�4 23.01 G2122 15.34
11994 Lois McGurk F2144' 9.00 G2122 6.00
11995 Dale Oesterle F2144' 35.69 G2122 23.79
11996 Mark Fox F2144 32.30 G2122 21.53
11997 Mark Fox F2144 33. 29 G2122 22.19
11998 Nicholas Chacona F2144 23.01 G2122 15.34
11999 David Minks F2144 13.97 G2122 9.31
12000 A. J. Leonardo F2144 18.91 G2122 12.61
12001 Jeffrey Lee Jordan F2144 18.91 G2122 12.61
12002 Frank Flannery F2144 16.85 G2122 11.24
12003 Frank Flannery F2144 y 16.85 G2122 11.24
12004 Novarr-MacKesey Cons.Co F2122 a 16.85 G2122 11.24
12005 Novarr-MacKesey Cons.CO F2122 22.45 C2122 14.97
12006 Judith J. Green F2144 14.79 G2122 9.86
12007 Lloyd Wells F2144 20. 25 G2122 13.50
12008 David Gersh F2144 49.40 G2122 32.93
12009 B B Realty F2144 19.15 G2122 12.76
12010 Rbt. T. Ruane F2144 15.15 G2122 10.10
12011 Rbt. T. Ruane F2144 16.85 G2122 11.24
12012 Rbt. T. Ruane F2144 19.66 G2122 1$.11
12013 Cornell University F2144, G2122 392.83
12014 Ithaca Neigh. Hsg. F2144` 115.20
12015 Carol Hamilton F2144' 16.82 G2122 11.21
12016 Al Fudger F2144 16.85 G2122 11. 24
12017 Precision Filters =F , G2144 29.15
12018 Ida Mae Barto F2144- 103.93
12019 Donohue-Halverson F26504 ° 38.57
12020 City of Ithaca G2801 48.56
12021 Morse Chain Co. '" ! " G2120 175.00
12022 Hughston Plg & Elec. F2144r'• 16.80 F2122 11.20
12023 Kimble Plg. & Htg F2144 27.00 G2122 18.00
12024 Burris Plg. & Htg. F2144 4.80 G2122 3.20
12025 Fred Schwartz F2144 ,; 8.40 G2122 5.60
12026 City of Ithaca f ,> G2801 2152.20
12027 City of Ithaea G28O1 680.99
12028 Dryden Sewer Dist. # 2. G2374 386.79
12029 Town of Ithaea G2374 216.67
120301 TOT'M of Ithaca G2374 166.94
12031 Town of Ithaca G2374 1"1.48
12032 Tour, of Ithaca. G2374 120.65
12033 Town o`_ Ithaca G2374 70.25
12034 Town of Ithaca G2374 280.96
12035 Town of Ithaca G2374 96.71
Water 1,082.08 sewer 5,826.81
TOTAL 6,908.89
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1 ' A(� &I,
132 City of Ithaca A1710 279.71
1303 Tompkins County Trust Co. ... A2192 7.00
1304 Tompkins County Trust Co. A2192 10.00
1385 Tompkins County Trust Co. °d A2192 7.55
1306 Tompkins County Trust Co. A2192 15.35
1307 Swartout & Ferris Bus Service, A1170 _50.00
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS �
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. February 11 , 1981
PRESENT :
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (5) - Brown, Schickel , Varricchio , Walker , Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners (1) - Cleveland
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Chamberlain - Wright
Alderman - Banfield
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
Personnel Administrator - Collins
City Engineer - Cox
City Attorney - Shapiro
MINUTES:
CY) By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
(v RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the January 28, 1981 meeting be approved
LjJ as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
Q G014MUTII-CAT TONS-:,-.'_'__
'Letters'_T VfiRer 'Bills
Commissioner Brown read two letters from water customers , one signed
by Paul Ode and one by Joyce Marcley, in which they register complaints
at being charged a penalty for late payment of water bills due to their
being out-of-town and not getting the bills until after the due date .
Resolution
By Commissioner Walker: Seconded by Commissioner Varricchio
RESOLVED, That this Board denies expungement of penalty on the bills
as requested.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
The Board directed City Chamberlain Wright to send letters to Mr. Ode
and Miss Marcley, explaining the billing procedure.
PETITIONS' & HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD:
Ramp Maintenance
Jules Lichter, on behalf of Rothschild' s Department Store , informally
requested the city to have the second floor of the Green Street Parking
Ramp swep on a weekly basis , if possible. Jack Dougherty agreed that
he would discuss the request with Ed Lynch.
Mr. Lichter' s letter requesting space for the Lawn and Garden Sale
was referred to the Public Buildings , Public Grounds and Parks
Committee .
STAFF REPORTS:
Acting uperintendent
Section 18 Funds for Transit System
Acting Supt . Dougherty reported that the total Section 18 Funds re-
ceived for the previous two years was $98 , 871 . 66 .
Flooding
Acting Supt . Dougherty reported there had been minor flooding that day
of Six Mile and Cascadilla Creeks due to ice jams , but that the
problems had been cleared up .
*Lawn & Garden Sale- -Space on Ramp
Jules Lichter formally requested the city to rent 32 spaces on the
second floor of the Green Street Ramp to Rothschild' s Department Store
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for May 21 , 22 and 23, 1981 for the purpose of holding a Lawn and
i
.4 0 -2- February 11 , 1981
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
T. G. Miller Proposal
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the proposal from T.G. Miller, p.c. and Associates
dated February 4 , 1981 , for professional services to provide mapping
services to delineate environmentally sensitive areas in connection
with the Ithaca Wastewater Treatment Facilities project , be accepted
pending approval by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
and the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Carried Unanimously
Board of Public Works Regulations
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works amends Chapter 245 , Sections
29 and 31 of the Board of Public Works Regulations for the Addition of
P.V.C. Gravity Sewer Pipe with Rubber Ring, as follows :
CHAPTER 245. 29 (.page 245. 13)
INSTALLATION OF SEWER MAINS
First paragraph shall be changed to read:
Except when variations are specifically approved by Board, all
sewer mains will be minimum 8" cement-asbestos or minimum 8"
Polyvinyl Chloride plastic gravity sewer_ p_ipe (PVC wit rubber
ring that meets or exceeds the American Society for testing and
materials ASTM specification D-3034 or SDR-35 and be U. L. approved.
CHAPTER 245 . 31 (page 245 . 14)
SPECIFIC RULES REGARDING INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SERVICE PIPES
A. Materials Used
First paragraph shall be changed to read:
d
All sanitary sewers (laterals) from the back of the curb line
to the sewer main in the street must be of minimum 4" extra heavy,
cast-iron hub and spigot pipe or class 2400 cement asbestos pipe
in 5 ' lengths and such quality as required by the inspector or PVC
Polyvinyl chloride plastic gravity sewer pipe. All PVC pipe and
fittings shall meet or exceed the requirements of ASTM specification
D- 3034 for SDR- 35 . All pipe and injection molded fittings shall have
4 rubber ring bell and spigot joints - the bell of which shall consist of
an integral wall section and securely locked-in rubber sealing ri n g
which conforms to ASTM D- 3212 . Joints for PVC sewer pipe shall be
assembled in accordance with the manufacturer' s specifications. No
quarter bends , sweeps or tees shall be used with the exception of
3 foot long cement asbestos sweeps . All such pipe shall be installed
l by the Water and Sewer Division or by a duly licensed plumber or sewer
layer. Standard laying lengths shall be 12 1/2 feet .
Second paragraph shall be changed to read:
All sanitary sewer laterals from the curb line to the building
must conform to the above specifications and size shall be 4" minimum
_ for single to four-family houses and 6" minimum for five-family houses
and up.
Request for Payment- -Stearns F, Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Secon e by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns Wheler for pro
fessional engineering services in connection with the Industrial ,Pre-
t reatment Program, Wastewater Treatment Facilities through Beceinher
1980 , be approved in the amount of $1 , 091 . 59 .
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Water Filtration Plant
Comm. Brown presented a Retort on the City of Ithaca Water Filtration
Plant .
J
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Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That City Engineer Cox be authorized to interview engineering
firms to find an appropriate consulting engineer; and that the Common
Council be requested to establish a capital project to cover the work
to be done at the City of Ithaca Water Filtration Plant .
Carried Unanimously
Bids on Water Meters
Comm. Brown reported that bids were received on February 10 , 1981
for three 4-inch water meters .
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the contract for providing three 4-inch water meters ,
in accordance with the specifications dated January 30 , 1981 , be
awarded to Hersey Products , Inc. for their net unit price of $941 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE: -
Non-city Streets
City Engineer Cox presented a list of non-city streets and showed a
CO slide presentation of these streets . He recomemnded that the city
(v not take over these streets for maintenance.
W Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED; That this Board continue to maintain its policy regarding
maintenance of non-city streets unless somebody is willing to bring to
the Board a street which will meet the minimum specifications , on
which the preliminary work has been done in preparation to deeding it '
over to the city. The policy is not to maintain streets which are not
city streets .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That if people who live on a street and have
ownership rights , wish, as a group , to agree and petition the Board
to consider their street and what it might be possible to do there,
the Board would discuss it on an individual basis .
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Request for payment--R. Jack Bacon Controls Service
By Comm. Sc ickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from R. Jack Bacon Controls Service
for the automation of the GIAC heating system, be approved in the amount
of $12069 . 00.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Authorization to solicit bids
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for the
following equipment items which were approved in the 1981 tentative
budget :
Construction and Maintenance Division:
3/4-ton pickup truck
5 yd. dump truck
>ui? -ii_n(; and (rounds Division :
3-yd. dump truck
Water and Sewer Division :
1/2-ton pick-up
3-yd. dump truck
Engineering Division:
1/2-ton Van
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Discussion followed on the floor.
Amended Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for the
registered equipment list , including Water and Sewer Division.
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE ACCOUNTS, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audi t
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No. 3 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No. 3 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment . .
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Bus Report
Comm, Varricchio presented the Ithaca Transit System Report of Opera=
tions for 1980.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
Appointment of Leo B. Harford
Mayor Bordoni directed that the appointment of Leo B. Harford which
is nullified be entered into the Minutes.
No Walk-Walk Cycle on Traffic Lights
Comm. Schickel asked when the ' o talk Cycle would be installed. on traffic
lights. City Engineer Cox reported that some equipment is on order;
also the State has requested some rather extensive traffic studies
which Mr. Gombas is working on.
NEW BUSINESS:
Request for Sidewalk on Cornell Street
Comm. Schickel referred materials from the Police Chief and a
petition from residents on Eastwood Avenue for a sidewalk on Cornell
Street from State up to Belle Sherman School to the Highways ,
Street Fighting and R @fuse Committee.
Re-Arm Committee
Comm. Schickel reported that he had attended some meetings of the
Re-Arm Committee. The committee would like to know if the Board is
interested in receiving a formal request for provision of a part of
their proposed budget of $1200 for the coming year. The Committee
publishes a news letter, had a Christmas party and wish to have an
employee ' s day picnic at Cass Par in the summer. Also , there was
discussion of attendance awards , trophies , etc. City Controller
Spano agreed to investigate the possibility of : §supplying funds for
some of the items . Personnel Administrator Collins commented she
had looked into getting city 'pins ' for recognition of employees .
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 :45 p.m.
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L.
Callista F. PaolangeixL Dep . City C1 erk
,/Raymond Bor oni , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC {CORKS PROCEEDINGS 43
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. February 25 , .194
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (4) - Brown, Schickel , Varricchio, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Cleveland, Walker
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep. Cler - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Dep. Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Attorney - Shapiro
Alderman - Banfield
Acting Superintendent - Dougherty
City Engineer - Cox
MINUTES:
� . By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
(V RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the February 11 , 1981 meeting be
approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
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g[ ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Finance , Accounts $ Capital Improvements Committee
Comm. Schic ellrrequested the addition of one item to the agenda in
regard to the appointment of a Superintendent of Public Works .
No Board member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Sidewalk from Eastwood Avenue to Belle Sherman SchoolAnnex
Dorothea Lindemann, 1318 E. State Street, and Carol Ann Brown, 203
Eastwood Avenue , representing a parents ' group , presented a petition
for a sidewalk along the east side of Cornell Street south from East-
wood Avenue to Belle Sherman School Annex. Mayor Bordoni explained
that each Board member had previously received packets of material
concerning this and the matter is currently in committee. Comm. Walsh
suggested that the group may also want to communicate with the School
Board concerning the request .
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Appointment of Superintendent of Public Works
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That Donald A. Kinsella be appointed provisionally to the
position of Superintendent of Public Works of the City of Ithaca,
effective March 2 , 1981 , at an annual salary of $33, 036 .
Carried
Mayor Bordoni introduced Mr. Kinsella and invited him to sit with the
Board for the remainder of the meeting.
REPORT OF CITY CONTROLLER:
City Controller Spano reported on the use of city monies for the
"Re-arm Committee ," quoting the Local Finance Law, Section 1 . The City
Attorney explained further that city funds may be used for certain
things such as anniversary awards ; but may not be given to employees
for events . He agreed to provide a list of things monies may and
may not be used for.
STAFF REPORTS :
Acting Superintendent
Acting Supt. Dougherty reported on flooding at the golf course , ex-
plaining that the emergency effluent line had been diverted into
Fall Creek to beak up the ice jam.
i
4 4. -2- February 25 , 1980
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request for Payment
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Cornelius Septic Tajik
Service for services performed in connection with the sewage treatment
digester repairs , be approved in the amount of $12000 .
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING & REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Request to take bids - intersection project
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids in
connection with a sidewalk and curb intersection project. This is
one of the neighborhood improvement projects funded by a Community
Development Block Grant.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
Report on Fall Creek ice jamming
Comm. Varricchio referred to the report given by Acting Supt. Dougherty
concerning the ice jam in Fall Creek.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
Request to solicit bids - access ramp
By Comm. Schic eel : seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for the
construction of an access ramp to City Hall for use by the handi-
capped.
Discussion followed on the floor. City Engineer Cox reported that
the Planning Department employs an architect who is supposed to design
the entire public improvement from City Hall to the Ithaca Center
project. The Department of Public Works are waiting for these plans
to jell , and to determine where the one project ends and the other
begins . They will then attempt to do both jobs at the same time.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Request to solicit bids for trees
i
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for trees
to be used in spring planting.
Carried
Request for space for Lawn and Garden Sale
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded* by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board grants permission, as requested by Jules
Lichter, on behalf of Rothschild' s Department Store, for space on
the second floor of the Green Street Parking Ramp for a Lawn and
Garden Sale to be held May 21', 22 and 23.
Carried
4'
F
Request for pidgeon control
Comm. Schickel reported requests by citizens for pidgeon control . In
the past Lou Rielly had been hired to trap the pidgeons ; however,
there was no money in the budget for this item the past year.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That Lou Rielly be hired for pidgeon control , at approxi-
mately $500 ; and the item be referred to the Budget and Administratic-
of the Common Council for appropriation of money in the budget for
pidgeon control .
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Coiiimittee ,
as listed on Abstract No. 4 of the General Fund of the Department of
- 3- February 25 ,4t-98
Public Works , and on Abstract No. 4 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be
approved for payment .
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
Bids for supplying van
Comm. Brown reported that bids were received on February 24 for
supplying one van to replace City vehicle #33 (Engineering Division) .
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one van to replace City Vehicle
#33 in accordance with specifications dated February 13 and 16 , 1981 ,
be awarded to William T. Pritchard, Inc. for their low bid of $7, 314.65.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Tompkins County Transportation Service Plan
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
CY) RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Transportation Service Plan be
approved as amended.
� Carried
L
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
,Q Mayor Bor oni requested that it be noted that the meeting roster is
in need of revision.
Maintenance of Green Street Parking Ramp
Act'ing Supt. Dougherty reported that he had discussed Mr. Jules
Lichter' s request for the sweeping of the Green Street Ramp on a
regular basis with Ed Lynch, and that the ramp is being swept once a
week. Mr. Lynch agreed that he would try to have it swept more
frequently.
Mayor Bordoni reported that Mr. Lichter had expressed appreciation
to him for the improved condition of the ramp and the prompt response
of the department.
NEW BUSINESS:
S_ ign on Utica Street
Mayor Bor oni expressed thanks and commendation for the resident who
designed and erected the sign on Utica Street , identifying the street.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4 : 55 p.m.
CQalllista F. Paolangel Dep. City Cler aymond Bor oni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
FEBRUARY 25, 1981
12036 Marguerite Burns G2122 41.70
12037 L. J. Axtell G2122 27.71
12038 J. Gutenberg & Snipper G2122 27.71
12039 Wayne Bortz F2144 27.76 G2122 18.51
12040 Reconstruction Home F2144 21.93 G2122 14.62
12041 Ledger Properties F2144 15.89 G2122 10.59
12042 Richard Patterson F2144 25.44 G2122 16.96
12043 Robert Wood F2144 23.71 G2122 15.80
12044 Case, Mulks,Cleveland F2144 29.87 G2122 19.91
12045 Glenn Hubbell F2144 19.93 G2122 13.29
12046 Donald Lucente F2144 19.93 G2122 13.29
12047 Zelaway Sawyer F2144 20.11 G2122 13.41
12048 Christopher George Corp.F2144 20.42 G2122 13.62
12049 Arnold Shilepsky F2144 21.60 G2122 14.40
12050 Louisa H. W. Swift F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
12051 Harold Feldman F2144 15.93 G2122 10.62
12052 Carol C. Cady F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
12053 Syracuse Piping F2144 2345.65
12054 Joseph Sady F2144 386.40
12055 August Cacciotti F2144 234.45
12056 John Scales F2144 183.93 G2122 160.67
12057 Guiliano Lucatelli Jr. F2144 154.01 G2122 156.79
12058 City of Ithaca G2801 587.81
12059 N.Y.S.E & G F2650 100.01
12060 City of Ithaca F8316-309 18.90 G8116-309 28.35
12061 City of Ithaca F8316-309 143.80 G8116-309 215.69
12062 City of Ithaca F8316-309 304.97 G8116-309 457.46
12063 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1474.97 G8116-309 2212.46
12064 Albanese Plumbing F2144 9.60 G2122 6.40
12065 Paul Sayvetz F2144 5.40 G2122 3.60
12066 Donohue-Halverson F2144 10.20 G2122 6.80
12067 A. J. Eckert F2144 70.80 G2122 47.20
12068 Hull Htg. & Plg. F2144 13.80 G2122 9.20
12069 Larry Hull F2144 106.20 G2122 70.80
12070 Fred Schwartz F2144 18.00 G2122 12.00
12071 Glenn Smith F2144 13.20 G2122 8.80
12072 R. Weber F2144 8.40 G2122 5.60
12873 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1456.84 G8116-309 2185.27
12074 City of Ithaca F8316-309 259.82 G8116-309 389.74
12075 City of Ithaca F8316-309 13.58 G8116-309 20.38
12076 City of Ithaca F8316-309 46.97 G8116-309 70-46
12077 City of Ithaca F8316-309 87.34 68116-309 131.01
7747.76 7070.63
TOTAL $14,818.39
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
s --
1308 Richard Holgate A1710 25.00
1309 Timothy James A1710 25.00
1310 Wayne Bortz A1710 25.00
1311 Phyllis G. Maines A1710 25.00
1312 fiorhell University A1710 62.22
1313 Terry Sleger A1710 30.44
TOTAL 192.66
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGSr.,
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK i
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. March 11, 1981
PRESENT: -
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (5) - Brown, Schickel, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Cleveland
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep: Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Dep. Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Attorney - Shapiro
City Engineer - Cox
Asst. to Superintendent -Dougherty
Alderman - Banfield
CO MINUTES:
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
W RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the February 25, 1981 meeting be approved as
recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Q Carried
Due to a conflict in meetings, Mayor Bordoni left at 4:15 P.M. Commissioner
Schickel chaired the meeting in the Mayor's absence.
PERSONNEL: Promotion
Asst. to Supt. Dougherty requested approval of. the promotion of George Cook to
the position of Maintainer in the Transit Division, at $4.61 per hour, effective
March 1, 1981.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the Board approves the promotion of George Cook to the position
of Maintainer in the Transit Division, at the hourly wage of $4.61, effective
March 1, 1981.
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Stearns & Wheler Bill - Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Pilot Plant
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, that a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional services in
connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Pilot Plant through
January 1981, be approved in the amount of $9,094.80.
Carried
Stearns & Wheler Bill- Sewer System Evaluation Survey
RESOLVED, that a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional services in
connection with the Sewer System Evaluation Survey, through January 1981, be
approved in the amount of $10,181.98.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
Golf Course Rates
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the 1981 rates for the Newman Municipal Golf Course be as
follows:
Season Tickets
Single. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$110
Family (husband and wife) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Junior (19 or under) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Sr. Citizen's, individual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Sr. Citizen's, family (husband and wife). . . . . . . . . . . 140
Sr. Citizen's, family (one not Sr.) . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 145
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Daily Tickets
Week days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4.50
Saturday, Sunday, Holidays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.50
Any day after 5 P.M.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Sr. Citizens, Thursday mornings (starting
before 10 A.M). . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .. . 1.00
iLockers. .. . . . .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .$15.00
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
i
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as listed
on Abstract No. 5 of the General Fund accounts of the Department of Public Works
and on Abstract No. 5 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried
Bids
Comm. Walker reported that bids were received on March 3, 1981, for supplying
automotive equipment.
Resolution
One 1/2 Ton Pickup
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying a 1/2 ton pickup to replace truck #23
of the Water and Sewer Division, in accordance with the specifications dated
February 19, 20, 21, 1981, be awarded to William T. Pritchard, Inc. for its low
bid of $6,186.40.
Carried
One 3/4 Ton Pickup
Comm. Walker reported that the apparent low bidder, William T. Pritchard, Inc. ,
with a bid of $7,303.35, did not meet the specifications in that an 8' body with
outside fenders was specified and not bid.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying a 3/4 ton pickup to replace truck #255
in the sign section of the Construction and Maintenance Division, in accordance
with the specifications dated February 19, 20, 21, 1981, be awarded to the next
lowest bidder, Bill Zikakis Chevrolet, Inc. for its bid of $7,597.
Carried
Mayor Bordoni returned to chair remainder of meeting at 4:23 P.M.
Three 3 Yard Dump Trucks
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, THAT THE CONTRACT FOR SUPPLYING A 3 yard dump truck to replace truck
#38 of the Buildings and Grounds Division, in accordance with the specifications
dated February 19, 20, 21 , 1981 , be awarded to International Harvester for its
low bid of $14,887; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying a 3 yard dump truck to
replace truck 4143 of the Water and Sewer Division, in accordance with specifica-
tions dated February 19, 20, 21, 1981, be awarded to Maguire Ford, Inc. , for its
low bid of $13,713; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying a 3 yard dump truck to
replace truck # 150 of the Water and Sewer Divsion, in accordance with the
specifications dated February 19, 20, 21 , 1981, be awarded to Spencer Ford for
its low bid of $13,716.49.
Carried
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One 5 Yard Dump Truck
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying a 5 yard dump truck to replace truck #21
of the Construction and Maintenance Division, in accordance with specifications
dated February 19, 20, 21, 1981, be awarded to Albee (International) for its low
gross bid of $36,040.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
Sale of 5 Yard Dump Truck to Village of Dryden
Resolution
RESOLVED, that the 5 yard dump truck (truck 421) being replaced in the Construction
and Maintenance Division, which was offered as a trade-in to Albee (International) ,
be sold to the Village of Dryden for its bid of $4,500 which is the equivalent
of the trade-in value used by Albee.
Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
(Y) Alderman Banfield read a letter from one of his constituents regarding the
salting of city streets. The letter included information which that person
W had obtained fron the Cornell Atmospheric Sciences regarding the amount of snowfall
and temperatures on certain dates. City Engineer Cox responded that the
Q number of snowfalls in the period referred to had not been stated, and that
Q had a lot to do with the amount of salt used by the Department.
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that the .letter read to the Board by Alderman Banfield with reference
to the salting of Ithaca streets be directed to the Superintendent of Public
Works with the request that his staff reply to the person involved.
Carried
NEW BUSINESS:
Alderman Banfield reported on a complaint which Alderman Schuler had received
from one of her constituents regarding motorcycles that have been using the
Columbia Street bridge. At one time a woman had fallen on the bridge trying to
get out of the way of a motorcycle. Alderman Banfield asked if there was any-
-thing that could be put on the bridge so that motorcycles would be discouraged
from continuing to use the bridge. Asst. to the Superintendent Dougherty said
that perhaps some kind of rails might be used but that method might make it
difficult for wheelchairs. Comm. Brown inquired whether the Police Department
could patrol the area.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, that the complaint brought to the Board by Alderman Banfield with
reference to motorcycles using the Columbia Street Bridge, which is a foot bridge,
be referred to the Bridges, Creeks and Storm Drainage Committee for investigation
and action.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 4:35 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli, Dep VCity Clerk Raymond Bordoni, Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PR0CEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
hak,;H 11, 1980
1314 Varabbon 6ropf A1710 575.09
TOTAL 575.09
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
.Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. March 25 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (4) - Brown, Schickel, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Cleveland, Varricchio
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy Clerk - Paolangeli
Controller - Spano
Deputy Controller - Cafferillo
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
Asst. to City Attorney - Ralph Nash
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Aldermen - Banfield, Holman
(y) MINUTES:
N By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
jjj RESOLVED, that the Minutes of the March 11, 1981 Meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
� Carried
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Mayor Bordoni inEroduced Ralph Nash to the Board. Mr-. Nash is the
newly appointed Assistanteto the City Attorney.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR: Ithaca Farmers Market
Mayor Bordoni read the ollowing letter which he received from Jim
Linton, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Ithaca Farmers
Market:
"March 23, 1981
Mayor Bordoni:
ref. Ithaca Farmers Market
The Ithaca Center is a welcome addition to downtown Ithaca, however
it means the Ithaca Farmers Market will have to look elsewhere for
its downtown market site. The Board of Directors of the Ithaca
Farmers Market would like to make the following proposal :
The area of 100 block of east Buffalo street parking
meters (14 of them) and the area of 300 North Cayuga
Street, east side (12 of them) be reserved for the
one morning the Market would be downtown. This is the
area bounding Dewitt park. Vendors would park in the
regular metered spaces and set up to sell on the grass
area between the sidewalk and the curb. There would
be no selling in the park.
The downtown season traditionally starts the third week in June and
continues until late October.
If there are any questions or suggestions , I can be reached at
either 277 3998 or 277 3478 .
Thank You
JIM LINTON
Chairman, Ithaca Farmers Market
Board of Directors"
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Mayor Bordoni urged that the Board give Mr. Linton's request every
consideration and that the letter be sent to the proper Committee
for action. The Mayor also stated that the City is desirous of •
keeping the Farmers Market as close to the downtown area as possible;
he felt that the DeWitt Park area was somewhat removed from down-
town, but if the Farmers Market wanted to try doing business in that
area, it should have a chance.
Alderman Banfield asked whether the merchants in the DeWitt Park
area had been consulted about the Farmers Market using the area
to set up business because most of the meters would be taken up
by the vendors of the Farmers Market on the particular day that the
Market is set up downtown, Mr. Linton stated that he had talked to
Mr. Downing and Mr. Downing could see no objections to the plan.
Comm. Schickel felt that the matter should be reviewed by the Commons
Advisory Board for its input inasmuch as that Board has been wrestling
with the Farmers Market dilemma for some time.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, that the letter read to the Board by Mayor Bordoni with
reference to the new location for the Ithaca Farmers Market be
referred to the Public Buildings, Grounds and Parks Committee for
its investigation, and that a copy of the letter should be sent
to the Commons Advisory Board for review and recommendations.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
-r Carried
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD:
Parking oti Hudson Street
Alderman Holman a dressed the Board on the parking problem on Hudson
Street and read the following letter:
"To the Board of Public Works
Re. Parking on Hudson Street
If cars can park in the 100 block & 200 block for 24 hrs . why not
the 300 & 400 blocks?
We park our cars in the 400 block, on even nights, in front of our
homes - odd nights we have to park side streets. Columbia or
Hillview or even as far away as Pleasant St .
Why can' t there be 24 hr. parking in the 400 block of Hudson St , ?
Mrs . Robert S. Grover
410 Hudson St. "
Alderman Holman stated that the parking problem in that neighborhood
is horrendous because there are multiple dwellings permitted on the
lower portion of South Hill. She said that the people in that area
are feeling real pressure at this time and as it will be a while before'
the City can look into the matter of parking as a whole, she appeared
before the Board to ask its consideration, through the proper Committee
in allowing 24 hour parking in the 300 and 400 blocks of Hudson Street
as is permitted in the 100 and 200 blocks .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that the matter of the Board' s consideration to allow 24
hour parking in the 300 and 400 blocks of Hudson Street be referred
to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for its review.
Carried
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Replacement of Sign on Hudson Street
Alderman Holman stated that a couple of months ago Alderman Boronkay
had asked the Board to replace the "No Parking" sign at the curb on
Hudson Street, just off of Giles Street. She reported that the sign
is still missing and creates a real safety hazzard because it is a
blind curb on a very narrow street and when cars park at that particular
spot, traffic is forced out into the middle of the already narrow
street. She emphasized that the replacement sign has to be anchored
in cement, not just stuck in the ground.
Mayor Bordoni reported that the request from Alderman Boronkay had
been referred to the Traffic Engineer and his sign crew. Asst. to
the Superintendent Dougherty asked Alderman Holman if she had come
down by that area today because the sign was suppose to be in place.
She reported that she had come a different route and would check it
-on .her. way home.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request to Expunge Water and Sewer Bill
() A bill was sent to Mr. Henry E. Moore for deactivation of water and
sewer service as a result of demolition to his property. The labor
charges listed thereon included approximately 1k hours of delay time
N as a result of waiting for other utility representatives to arrive at
L1J the scene.
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that bill #11898 to Mr. Henry E. Moore be expunged and a
new bill reflecting the adjusted labor hour changes be issued.
Carried
T. G. Miller - Request for Extension of Sewer Main
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works is in receipt of a formal
request for sewer service from T. G. Miller Sons , Inc. , dated March
19, 1981, for the warehouse at 531 Esty Street, and
WHEREAS, the existing septic system serving the building is failing,
creating a potential health hazard, and
WHEREAS, the department has allocated in capital account G391-77
sufficient funds to provide for the extension of the required sewer
main to service this ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization be given to provide
for the installation of 150' (approximately) of sanitary sewer under
a negotiated contract not to exceed $5 ,000 total project cost for
this installation.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Award of Contract for Sidewalks - V . Giordano Company
Bids were received on March 20, 1981, by the Ithaca Community
Development Agency for the construction of sidewalks and curbs
under its Neighborhood Improvements Program, Phase 3 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, that the contract for construction of sidewalks and curbs
under the Neighborhood Improvements Program, Phase 3, be awarded to
V. Giordano Company for the low bid of $16 , 700 . This program is
entirely funded through the Community Development Agency.
Carried
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City Attorney Shapiro arrived at the. meeting at 4;35 P..M..
Construction of Sidewalks' Cornell' Street
Comm. WaIsFi report.d on progress made by her Committee. since a
petition had been received in January concerning construction of
sidewalks on Cornell Street. A look was taken of that situation,
as well as the Committee reviewing the reports of the'. Police. DepArt<-
ment concerning the matter. Comm. Walsh recommended that a Public
Hearing be held, which is the next step that has to be taken before
the Board can actually make its recommendations .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, that a Public Hearing be held relative to the question of
construction of sidewalks on Cornell Street, which request v4a received
by the Board in the form of a petition in January, 1981,
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS ' GROUNDS & PARKS COMMITTEE;
treet Trees Bi
Bids were received on March. 18, 1981, for supplying street tree-s as
shown on canvass sheet.
Resolution
By oo m . Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying 20 "Emerald .Que.en;'r Norwjgy.
Maples and 20 "Royal Red" Norway Maples in accordance with the speck-•
fications dated March 3 , 1981, be awarded to Agway of Ithaca, for" ita
bid of $4, 720.
Carried
Pritchard-Dodge Corp. Award of Contract for 3/4 T'oh Pickup
After submission ot resolution or award of contracts or supplying
automotive equipment that was presented to the Board at its March_
11, 1981 meeting, closer review of the bids- submitted for a 3/4 ton
pickup by the apparent low bidder, Pritchard-Dodge Corp, , revealed
that they did, in fact, comply with. the specifications regarding the.
furnishing of a body with outside fenders .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, this review has been made and the apparent low bidder is in.
compliance with the specifications and that the second lowest bidder -
has been notified of -this oversight;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the resolution of the. Board of
Public Works awarding the contract for supplying a 3/4 ton pickup truck
to Zakakis Chevrolet Inc. , be rescinded, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the contract for supplyin a 3/4 ton p�.ck-
up truck be awarded to Pritchard-Dodge for its bid of 7 ,303 . 35 ..
Carried
Conference Room in Council Chambers
Comm. Schic el reported that the Board had discussed the matter of a
conference room to be located in the alcove .of the Common Council
Chambers . He said that several possibilities had been talked about and
that plans and estimates had been looked at and Comm.. Schickel recom-
mended that the Finance Committee of Common Council be requested to
appropriate an amount not to exceed $3 ,500 for such construction
according to Plan and Arrangement #2 .
City Controller Spano requested that the conference room matter be
referred to Kenneth Walker, who is presently working on the. budge.t for
the Department of Public Works and it should be included in that
Department ' s requests for the 1981 Budget .
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Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, that the plans and estimates for the construction of a
conference room in the alcove of Common Council Chambers be referred
to the Finance Committee of the Board of Public Works to be included
in its final requests to the Finance Committee of Common Council for
the 1981 City Budget, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the amount to be appropriated for the
conference room shall not exceed $3 ,500 and shall be constructed
according to Plan and Arrangement No. 2.
Carried
1982 Project for Dredging Part of Inlet
City Engineer Cox brought to the Board' s attention a project that will
be coming up soon. The City has been notified by New York State Depart-
ment of Transportation that it intends to do some maintenance dredging
of the Cayuga Inlet and Flood Control Channel. This type of periodic
maintenance dredging is necessary in order to provide the proper depth
for boat navigation and flood control purposes . The project will
probably begin in May or early June of 1982 and the DOT proposes to
operate two shifts working from 2:00 A.M. until 10:00 P.M. , four days
(y) a week. It will continue throughout the Summer season, probably through
October and possibly November of 1982.
City Engineer Cox reported that the DOT is asking the City to cooperate
in this project by providing an area into which the dredge material
can be dumped. He exhibited an aerial photograph to the Board which
indicated an area where the DOT proposes to construct a dike and the
dredge material will be dumped into the dike. In all, there will be
about 21.8 acres involved -in the operation, 8 acres owned by the City
and the remaining acres owned by the Finger Lakes State Park. City
Engineer Cox explained how the dike would work and that a spillway
would also be constructed and the dredge fill filtered and pumped out
into the lake. The dike itself will be constructed in 1981 and com-
pleted in August of 1981. The dredging operation will not disturb the
busy park and navigation area. A formal agreement will be necessary
so that both the City and the State know what is expected in order for
this project to succeed. City Engineer Cox stated to the Board that
he felt the project was a good idea.
Several of the Commissioners asked questions concerning the proposed
project and City Engineer Cox answered those questions on which he had
enough information. However, he did say that he has asked the DOT for
a draft of everything that it would propose to the City so that the
City can review the agreements with the City Attorney. Mayor Bordoni
requested that City Engineer Cox bring to DOT's attention some of the
questions and concerns discussed at this Board meeting with reference
to the proposed dredging operation so that DOT can include the answers
in the material that will be sent to the City for review.
Alderman Banfield wondered if, while the dredge is in the Ithaca area,
the DOT might be requested to do the dredging that is necessary in
the Fall Creek area. City Engineer Cox said that he would get the
State' s reaction to such a request .
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audit
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee,
as listed on Abstract No. 6 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No . 6 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Walk Cycles on Peripheral p :Streets
Comm. Wal er ascked that the Superintendent look into the status
of the request for walk cycle traffic signals on the Common's
peripheral streets (Tioga and Seneca, Cayuga and Green) . City
Engineer Cox stated that the request had to go to the New York
State Department of Transportation, which it did. DOT, in turn,
sent back a long list of data requirements involving pedestrian
counts, traffic counts and quite a lot of other data- that Traffic
Engineer Gombas had collected and submitted to DOT asking it to
review the data, as well as the City's request for walk signals
on the peripheral streets . City Engineer Cox stated that it is
the DOT that is presently holding up any further action on walk
signals because there are -only about two signals that are the
responsibility of the City, the others are the DOT's responsibility
and the project has to be done as a whole.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 5 ;05 P.M.
G✓e D •.,.. � �'f ' ._.- .: ._ : �. ._ - :�'l2,c�emu/
Callista F. Paolangeli Dep . Raymond Bordoni., Mayor
City Clerk
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
March 25, 1981
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Audrey J. Cooper G2122 41.70
Clara Rocker G2122 41.70
William J. Gerber G2122 41.70
Alfred Leonardo G2122 41.70
Jon Krupas G2122 30.45
Monica Cascio G2122 27.71
Stuart Wilson F2144 21.59 G2122 14.39
Cornell University F2650 85.36 G2650 56.91
Elmira Bldg. Co. ,Inc F2140 4.38
A.J. Eckert Co. F2650 4.34 Paid
Fred Schwartz F2144 6.60 G2122 4.40
Cornell University G2120 32,990.52
Southern Cayuga Lake Water Comm. F2665 12,900.00 G2665 12,000.00
William S. Downing,III F2144 63.51 G2122 66.23
City of Ithaca-Capital Fund G2801 4,209.90
City of Ithaca-Capital Fund G2801 427.49
City of Ithaca-Capital Fund G2801 463.24
TOTAL $12,185.78 $50,458.04
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTE
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 5 7
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Rco,, lar_ Meeting April 8, 1081 4:00 P.M.
PRESENT:
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners (6) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Caffirello
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Superintendent - Kinsella
Asst. to the Superintendent - Dougherty
City i`n ineer - Cox
Alderman - Banfield
City Attorney - Shapiro
MINUTES:
0) By Comm. Cleveland Seconded: Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the March 25, 1981 meeting be approved as
co recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
Q SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Reruest fcr Public Hearing: re: Cornell. Street Sidewalks:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded: Comm. Walsh
WHEREAS, a petition from a parents group was received by this Board on February
25, 1981 , requesting that a sidewalk be constructed from Eastwood Avenue to
Belle Sherman School, and
WHEREAS, this Board received a letter dated January 21 , 1981, from Deputy
Police Chief Pagliaro recommending a sidewalk be constructed from State Street
to Belle Sherman School , and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Division recommends the above petition and letter be
amended to extend said sidewalk past the school to Mitchell Street, and
IMEREAS, this Board on March 25, 1981, passed a resolution that a public hearing
be held relative to the question of construction of sidewalks on Cornell Street.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That May 13, at 4:00 P.M. in the Common Council
Chambers be established as the date and time for a public hearing, at which time
the public will be given an opportunity to address the Board in regard to the
question of constructing a sidewalk on the east side of Cornell Street from East-
wood Avenue to Mitchell Street.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That all abutting property owners be notified of said
hearing in writing by the City Clerk.
Carried
C O'ZUJN I CAT.IONS
Art.wor_k _Seneca Street Parking_Ramp:
The following letter_ was read by Com::, Schickel:
Dear Mayor Bordoni,
For several years I have been concerned aboi,,t the "artwork" on the Seneca
Street Parking Ramp. I do not think it is attractive, or an addition to our
downtown decor.
I inquired and learned that it was commissioned during the first Ithaca.
Festival, and has been up there ever since. There was no time li,nit on their
hanging up there.
Perhaps no one else cares, but I think they are in poor taste now for the
downtown area. My reasoning is now based on the fact that they are disintegrating
and this can be seen by passersby.
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I hope that you can take the time to look at tho "artwork" and then recommend
that they be removed, for safety, if not for aesthetics.
I would appreciate your communicating to me what the possibilities are for
removing the "artwork."
Thank you very much. I know there are far more pressing matters before you,
but this has been on my mind for some time, and perhaps now is a good time to
take action, with the Ithaca Center and another Ithaca Festival coming up.
Sincerely,
Caroline H. Hanna
212 South Hill Terrace
It_ aca, Nei,: York 14850
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded: Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the matter of the "artwork" on the Seneca Street Parking Ramp
be referred to the Commons Advisory Board.
Carried
PERSONNEL:
Appointment
Supt. Kinsella requested approval of provisionally promoting Peter Albertson
to the position of Stock Manager in the Construction and Maintenance Division
at an annual salary of $11,969, effective April 6, 1981.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded: Comm. Cleveland.
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the provisional promotion of Peter Albertson
to the position of Stock Manager in the Construction and Maintenance Division
at an annual salary of $11,969, effective April 6, 1981.
Carried
Appointment:
Supt. Kinsella requested approval of appointing Kenneth Mayes to the position
of Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4.79 per hour, effective
tlpril 6, 1981.
RESOLUTION_:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded: Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Kenneth Mayes to the
position of Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4.79 per hour, effective
April 6, 1981.
Carried
-WATER & SANITA_R_Y SE14ER CO`DIITTEE:
Bill - Stearns & Whel.er. (Sewer System Evaluation Survey)
By Comm. Brown Seconded: Comm. Waller
RESOLVED, That the bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional engineering
services in connection with Sewer System Evaluation Survey through February,
1981 , be approved in the amount of $5,215.53.
Carried
Bill - Stearns & Wheler (Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Pilot Plant)
By Comm. Brown Seconded: Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional engineering
service in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Pilot Plant
through February, 1981 , be approved in the amount of $7,914.92.
Carried
McFarland Johnson Engineers, Inc. Proposal
By Comm. Brown Seconded: Comm. Varricchio
PESOLVED, That a proposal_ by McFarland and Johnson Engineers, Inc. , dated March
31 , 1981 , for professional services for completion of engineering report
in connection with the water filter sludge disposal be accepted, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to enter into
a cw:!-ract with MrFarland Johnson Engineers, Inc. at a cast not to exceed
$12,;100.
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Discussion fllowed on the floor. A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Federal_Assistance - Industri..al Pretreatment Pro-ram
By Comm. Brown Seconded: Comm. Walsh
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has accepted a Step II Grant offer from the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency for the design of an improved wastewater
facilities plant, and
WHEREAS, the development of an acceptable industrial pretreatment program was
mode a condition of that grant, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has received a Plan of Study for the implementation
of such an industrial pretreatment program as prepared by Stearns & Wheler
Enginor-rs and Scientists;
J3OW, T11 REFORE, -BE,IT RESOLVED, That the Plan of Study be accepted and forwarddd
to the N.Y.S. Department of Environmental Conservation for approval, and
Co BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to apply for
Federal assistance for the implementation of the Industrial Pretreatment Program.
Carried
�[ HIGHWAYS, STREET 1-IGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Q Irstallalion c S _ 'et Li-ht - Willard Way
By Comm, Walsh Seconded: Comm. Var_r-icchio
RESOLVED, That authorization be granted to the Superintendent to provide for
the installation of a street light on Willard Way in the vicinity of University
Avenue.
Carried
Bids-_Garbage Parker:
Comm. Walsh reported that bids were received on March 31 , 1981 , for a garbage
packer.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Walsh Seconded: Comm. Varri.echio
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying a garbage packer body in accordance
with the specifications of March 20, 1981, be awarded to Hacker's Packers,
the apparent low bidder, for their bid of $11,740.
Carried
Spring Pick Up Week, May 11-15:
By Comm. Walsh Seconded: Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the week of May 11 through May 15 be designated as "Spring Pick
Up Week" at which time the department will pick up household refuse not normally
accepted in regular weekly trash collections. Items to be picked up in this
special collection must be prepared and set out in accordance with the department's
regulations for special household refuse pick up.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
Bill - Mod jeski and Masters
By Comm. Varricchi,o Seconded: Comm. walker
RESOLVED, That a bill from Modjeski and Masters for furilishi.ng six washoff
reproductions be approved in the amount of $190.67.
Carri ed
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
Farmors Market Request for Space:
By Comn.�Schickel i Seconded: Comm. Walsh
WHEREAS, the Board of Puhlic Works has received a request from the Ithaca '
Farmer's Market dated ?larch 23, 1.981 , and signed by James Linton as chairman
of the Ithaca Farmer's Market, Board of Directors, and said request contained
Lhe folloWing proposed area: The 100 block of East Buffr,l.o Street parking
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WHEREAS, the matter has been reviewed by the Commons Advisory Board for the
purpose of providing input, and
WHEREAS, the Commons Advisory Board recommends approval on a trial basis for
the above location, and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works will coordinate closely with
James Linton, provisions for safety, prevention of dir.uption of traffic and
on-site review of the compatibility of the activity,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That tht• Board approves this request on a trial
basis of four weeks commencing June 17 through and including July 8 for the
hours of oper-tion of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by a one hour cleanup period.
Discussion followed on the floor. Mayor Bordoni_ will. write a letter to the
Police Department regarding possible traffic problems in this area.
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A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audit:
By Comm. Walker Seconded: Comm. Brown
1 RESOLVE), That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee as lis-ted
on Abstract No. 7 of the Ceneral Fund account.:, of the Department of Public
Works and on Abstract No. 7 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for pay-
ment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
' Carried
Final Recommended Beset for the Department of Public Works for 1.981 :
By Comm. Walker Seconded : Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the final recommended budget for the Department of Public Works
for 1981 be approved.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That the token structure for Transit rides which is 4
currently four tokens for $1.00 be changed and the new rate be effective as soon
as can be publicized, at the rate of three for $1 .00. There will be no increase
in cash fare.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Walker explained that there is an amendment allowing $6,000 for the golf
course which represents additional materials and supplies necessary to get the
golf course in condition. Extra funds were also needed for equipment which was
underbudgeted in the last few years.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Commissioner Walsh asked the Superintendent to obtain information on federal
grants for sidewalk construction.
ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting adjourned at 4 :50 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli, Dep City Clerk ``- aymond Bordoni, Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
REGULAR MEETING 4:00 P.M. April 29, 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners - (4) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel, Varricchio
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (2) - Walker, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Caffirello
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
(� Golf Pro - Torrant
City Engineer - Cox
Alderman - Banfield
Superintendent - Kinsella
City Attorney - Shapiro
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MINUTES:
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the April 8, 1981 meeting be corrected
to read as follows: Peter Albertson be provisionally appointed to
the position of Stock Manager in the Construction and Maintenance Division,
rather then provisionally promoted, and that the remainder of the
minutes be approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
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GOLF TOURNAMENT - SEPTEMBER 20th and 27th:
Steve Torrant, City of Ithaca Golf Pro spoke to the Board regarding pro-
posal from Tompkins County Golf Association, asking to use the City Golf
Course for a tournament on September 20th and 27th.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That Steve Torrant, Golf Pro is authorized to proceed with
the Tompkins County Golf Association tournament at the City Golf Course
on September 20th and 27th.
Carried
PERSONNEL:
Appointment:
Superintendent Kinsella requested approval of appointment of Raymond
French to the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in
the Water and Sewer Division at an annual salary of $8,794, effective
April 26, 1981. This appointment fills a vacancy and the need to have
full staffing at the plant.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Raymond French
to the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the
Water and Sewer Division at an annual salary of $8,794, effective
April 26, 1981.
Carried
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Appointment:
Superintendent Kinsella requested approval to promote Richard Harris
to the position of Maintenance Worker in the Construction and Mainten-
ance Division at $4.82 per hour, effective May 3, 1981.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the promotion of Richard Harris
to the Position of Maintenance Worker in the Construction and
Maintenance Division at $4.82 per hour, effective May 3, 1981.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Bordoni spoke to the Board regarding a letter from Kenton
Plaza requesting restroom facilities for the Cinderella Girls
Baseball Teams. The owner of Kenton Plaza feels that the City
must provide Port-a-Johns for the girls, their families, and
friends.
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Mayor Bordoni referred the matter to the Public. Building, Grounds '
and Parks Committee for review and report.
Mayor Bordoni spoke to the Board regarding a letter from Cathie
Simpson regarding bike route and proposed curb cuts at the park
between Farm and Marshall Streets.
Mayor Bordoni referred the matter to the Public Building, Grounds
and Parks Committee for review and report.
REPORT - Giles Street Bridge:
Comm. Varricchio reported that he had gone up to look at Giles
Street Bridge. He recommended that Superintendent Kinsella
or someone from the Department take a look at the Plain Street
;Bridge. On that bridge there are concrete posts with a chain in
them that would discourage motorcycles from being driven .on
to the bridge proper but would still leave enough room for a wheel-
chair and handicapped people to use the bridge. The posting of
signs with a possibility of a penalty might be another solution.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
_Acceptance of Supplemental Grant for Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant:
By Comm. Brown, Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has been authorized to apply for a
supplementary grant in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treat-
ment Plant to cover the costs of additional material, labor and engineering
services in the total amount of $107,000, and
WHEREAS, the City has received notice of an offer of this grant,
IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to
accept said grant on behalf of the City of Ithaca.
Carried
Bill-Stearns & Wheler-Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant:
By Comm Brown Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional engineering
services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant
through March, 1981, be approved in the amount of $11 ,218.38.
Carried
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Bill-Stearns & Wheler-Sewer System Evaluation:
By Comm. Brown Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns & Wheler for professional
engineering services in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation
through March, 1981, be approved in the amount of $2,649.28.
Carried
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Bill-Empire Soils Investigation, Inc.
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Empire Soils Investigation, Inc. for soils
investigation in connection with the Aurora-Prospect Intersection
improvement, be approved in the amount of $672.50
Carried
South Aurora St./Prospect St. Safety Improvement Project Authorization:
By Comm: Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS; a capital improvement project for the modification of the
intersection of South Aurora and Prospect Street has been authorized
and established, and
(V WHEREAS, it is believed, in the best judg/:ment of the City Engineer,
(� that this project is necessary for traffic operations and safety, and
WHEREAS, certain private abutting lands are necessary for acquistion
Q in the amount of 1,740 sq. ft. of property owned by R.H.P., Inc..
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that authorization be granted to the
Superintendent, contingent upon-Common Council approval, to commence
condemnation proceedings under the Eminent Domain Procedure Law to
allow for timely acquistion of lands and completion of this needed
safety improvement project.
City Attorney Shapiro informed the Board what was necessary for con-
demnation procedures.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote of the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
Burial Rates - City Cemetery
By Comm. Schickel Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, the present rates for burial in the City Cemetery were
established in 1976, and
WHEREAS, Increases in labor, equipment and operating costs have
dramatically increased,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the burial rates at the City
Cemetery be increased from the present $75 to $110 per burial,
and that cremated remains interment rates be increased from the
present $15 to $25 thereby reflecting the actual present costs
of providing this service.
Carried
Joan Adler - Rebate on Unused Parking Permit Fees:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded by Comm. Brown
WHEREAS, Joan Adler has requested a rebate of unused parking
permit fees, and
WHEREAS, through circumstances beyond her control she is unable to
make use of this permit,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that a two months' rebate of her
three months' parking permit be authorized to be rebated to Miss Adler.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried
NYSEG Invoice -$30,000: '
By Comm. Schickel Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, the construction of a natural gas line on Cherry Street
has been completed in accordance with the agreement between NYSEG
and the City of Ithaca, dated July 2, 1980, and
WHEREAS, in accordance with that agreement we have received an
invoice,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that payment be authorized to NYSEG
in the amount of $30,000 in fulfillment. of the aforementioned agreement.
Carried
Bid Award - Empire Agri-Systems - OB7100 Kubota:
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on April 16, 1981
for supplying one diesel utility tractor.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Schickel Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the contract for supplying one diesel utility
tractor in accordance with the specification of April 8 & 9, 1981,
be awarded to Empire Agri-Systems of Auburn, New York for- furnishing
model #B7100 Kubota in the amount of $4,250.
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
Audit:
By Comm. Brown. Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, that bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No. 8 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works, and on Abstract No. 8 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Report - Walk Cycles - Green/Cayuga Streets:
Comm. Cleveland reported the Traffic Engineer has received a letter
from the Department of Transportation in Syracuse saying that it will
be sometime before action is taken on this matter.
Advertising for Bus Bids:
Comm. Cleveland requested (authorization for the Superintendent to
advertise for bids for a Base Line Advanced Transit Coach.
RESOLUTION:
By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to advertise for
bids for a Base Line Advanced Transit Coach.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Motion withdrawn by Comm. Cleveland and the matter was referred back
to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee.
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Meeting was adjourned at 5:35 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli, Dep. City C161rk ay}tond Bordoni, Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
APRIL 22, 1981
12095 Buchner,Torbert & Steh G2122 30.45
12096 Freedman & Wallace F2144 13.44 G2122 8.96
12097 William Donohue F2144 13.44 G2122 8.96
12098 Hi-Speed Check Weigher F2144 17.73 G2122 11.82
12099 D. Holmberg & K. March F2144 15.93 G2122 10.62
12100 J. Eckert Co. F2144 4158.97
12101 Ithaca Rentals & Renov. F2144 1575.68
12102 Town of Ithaca G2374 52.61
12103 Town of Ithaca G2374 102.79
12104 T. G. Millers & Sons G2122 192.50
12105 Hiroyuki Ogata G2122 386.10
12106 City of Ithaca G2650 140.00
12107 City of Ithaca G2801 1082.40
12108 Albanese Plumbing F2144 7. 20 G2122 4.80
12109 Donohue-Halverson F2144 12.60 G2122 8.40
12110 Hull Htg. & Plg. F2144 7.20 G2122 4.80
12111 Roger Morusty F2144 7.80 G2122 5.20
12112 Frank Orzino F2144 13.20 G2122 8.80
12113 Fred Schwartz F2144 19.20 G2122 12.80
12114 Joe & Doris Yengo G2122 10.00
12115 Morse Chain Co. G2120 175.00
12116 Dryden Sewer Dist # 2 G2374 552.56
12117 Town of Ithaca G2374 113.36
12118 Town of Ithaca G2374 154. 28
12119 Town of Ithaca G2374 141.69
12120 Town of Ithaca G2374 127.55
12121 Town of Ithaca G2374 177.49
12122 Town of Ithaca G2374 75.57
12123 Town of Ithaca G2374 273.94
12124 J. & S. Enterprises F214a 25.00
12125 City of Ithaca F8316-309 61.47 68116-309 92.20
12126 City of Ithaca F8316-309 95.50 68116-309 143.24
12127 City of Ithaca F8316-309 225.54 68116-309 338.30
12128 City of Ithaca F8316-309 16.01 G8116-309 24.02
12129 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1505.91 G8116-309 2258.86
TOTAL WR 7791.82 TOTAL SR 6730.07
GRAND TOTAL $14,521.89
APPROVED BY -FINANCE COMMITTEE
1315 Ambrose J. Hofman A1710 195.07
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M: May 13 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners - (5) - Cleveland, Schickel, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioner - (1) - Brown
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
Deputy Controller Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
City Attorney - Shapiro
Asst. City Engineer - Barber
City Engineer - Cox
Aldermen - Holman, Schuler, Slattery
MINUTES•
(v By Comm. Cleveland Seconded by Comm. Walker
W RESOLVED, That the minutes of the April 29 , 1981 meeting be approved
Q as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
� Carried
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Public Hearing--Construction of sidewalks on east side of Cornell
Street from Eastwood Avenue to Mitchell Street.
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Comm. Schickel ; Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the public hearing to consider construction of
sidewalks on the east side of Cornell Street, from Eastwood Avenue
to Mitchell Street, be opened.
Carried
Frances Benson, 100 Homestead Road, addressed the Board about her
objections to sidewalk construction in her area. The assessment of
approximately $5 ,000 seemed to be a large amount of money to pay for
a sidewalk that would probably devalue their property, considering
tree removal, etc. She proposed alternate solutions to the problem.
Hinden Neufeld, 25 Cornell Street, asked about crossing guards , and
the expense to the City and School District for constructing side-
walks . Mayor Bordoni , City Engineer Cox and Comm. Schickel responded.
City Engineer Cox showed slides brought by Mrs . Benson of the
location of the proposed sidewalk.
Gary Lindenbaum, Business Administrator of the Ithaca School District,
talked of the cost (about $12,000) to the School District for the
proposed sidewalk and retaining wall. He asked if there was a history
of a child having been injured in the particular area.
Bradford Carruth, 35 Woodcrest Avenue, summarized the activities
which brought the parents to presenting a petition to the Police
Department. He said his concern is the safety of the children
crossing Cornell Street, and he endorses the construction of the
sidewalk.
Vida Behn, 603 Mitchell Street, spoke regarding the cost of construction,
water run-off, etc. on her property.
Mark Turnquist, 101 Homestead Road, spoke of cost of sidewalk,
comparing the cost of the interest with the cost of a crossing guard.
He commented that the cost would largely accrue north of Homestead
Road.
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Joseph Leeming , 609 Mitchell Street , asked if the City would main-
tain the sidewalks in winter, and City Engineer Cox replied that
they would not.
Dorothy Linderman, 1311 E. State Street, spoke regarding the imposs-
ibility of hiring of crossing guard, and the danger area of cars
traveling in this hilly area.
Alice Trisdoffer, (does not live in city) , child psychologist,
commented that she does not live in the city; however, she and
her husband are planning to buy property in the city and she ex- ,..
pressed concern about the cost of the sidewalk to the city, home-
owners, and the school system. She said she assumes it will not
be maintained in the winter, it will need constant repair because
of the drainage problem, and there will not be a curb . She believes
the situation is one which can be discussed and resolved in a manner
which will cost much less than the sidewalk.
Maryann McNeal, 207 Eastwood Avenue, commented that, regardless
of what is done, there is no way the neighborhood can be child-
proofed.
Joseph Leeming, 609 Mitchell Street, commented that it doesn't make
sense to hime to construct sidewalk from the school to Mitchell
Street. Neither the children or adults use that area to walk. He
believes a crossing guard at Cornell Street would solve the problem.
He also commented on small children riding bicycles to school
through the heavy traffic--he can' t understand parents permitting
this .
Gail Carruth, 35 Woodcrest Avenue, commented that she believes a
crossing guard is needed even if a sidewalk is built.
City Engineer Cox asked if children have to walk from East State
Street to the school. The answer was yes , and they use an alley.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the public hearing to consider construction of side-
walks on the east side of Cornell Street, from Eastwood Avenue to
Mitchell Street, be closed.
Carried
Comm. Walker asked if both sides had gotten together to try and
mutually come up with a solution, and if they would try this .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the matter of consideration of sidewalks in the
area be referred to the Parking , Traffic and Transit Committee
for report back in two weeks .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS :
Mayor Bordoni referred a letter from the American Postal Workers
Union, AFL-CIO, which he had distributed to each member of the Board.
Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the communication from the American Postal Workers
Union be referred to the Parking , Traffic and Transit Committee.
Carried
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STAFF REPORTS:
Proclamation by Mayor Bordoni-National Public Works Week
Mayor Bordoni presented the following proclamation:
PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, public works services provided in our community are an
integral part of our citizen' s everyday lives ; and
WHEREAS, the support of an understanding and informed citizenry
is vital to the efficient operation of -public works systems and
programs such as water, sewers , streets and highways , public
buildings, solid waste collection and snow removal; and
WHEREAS, the health, safety and comfort of this community greatly
depends on these facilities and services.; and
WHEREAS, the quality and effectiveness of these facilities , as
well as their planning design and construction, is vitally depen-
dent upon the efforts and skill of public works officicals ; and
(y) WHEREAS, the efficiency of the qualified and dedicated personnel
(\j who staff public works departments is materially influenced by
LIJ the people' s attitude and understanding of the importance of the
Q work they perform;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT I , Raymond Bordoni , Mayor of
the City of Ithaca do hereby proclaim May 17- 23 , 1981 as
NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
in the City of Ithaca and call upon all citizens and civic organ-
izations to acquaint themselves with the problems involved in
providing our public works and to recognize the contributions which
public works officials make everyday to our health, safety and
comfort.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be
affixed the great seal of the City of Ithaca, on this 22nd day
of April, 1981
Signed, Ramond Bordoni , Mayor
Mayor Bordoni presented the proclamation to the Superintendent
of Public Works .
Presentation of a Certificate by City Engineer Cox
City Engineer Cox reported that at the annual Spring Meeting of the
New York State Chapter of the National Public Works Association in
Buffalo the previous week the Chapter made a presentation which he
brought to the Board. The National Public Works Association, New
York State Chapter, nominated John A. Dougherty in the year 1981
for the Samuel A. Greeley Award which recognizes service to a local
public agency for 30 years or more and his contributions advancing
the public works practice. Mr. Cox presented the certificate to
Jack Dougherty requesting that he pass it around for the board
members to see.
Mayor Bordoni offered congratulations to Mr. Dougherty for the
work he has done over the past 30 years , and thanks from himself
and the Board.
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WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request for Payment--Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by om;n. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a request from Stearns $ Wheler for payment for
professional engineering services in connection with the Industrial
Pretreatment Program of the Wastewater Treatment Facilities
through April 29 , 1981, be approved in the amount of $1, 415 . 8.1.
Carried
HIGHWAYS STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
outh Aurora & Prospect Street Intersection Improvement
Comm. Walsh asked if the Common Council had given approval, authorizill
the Board to proceed with acquisition of the necessary right-of-way.
This will allow the Board to go forward with appraisal. and offer of
purchase.
City Engineer Cox responded that it was his understanding that
Common Council had given their approval.
�. Bids--Cherry Street Industrial Park
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for
additional filling and grading at the Cherry Street Industrial Park.
Carried
BRIDGES, CREEKS & STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
Superintendent Kinsella reported he inspected Columbia Street Bridge
and requested the Traffic Engineer and Engineering Department to
obtain necessary specifications to post appropriate signs at either
approach to footbridge to inform motorcyclists to stop using the
bridge and to contact the City Attorney to find out what the limit-
ations of the Code now prescribe and to recommend alternatives or
additional legislation to enact more strict enforcement.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Bids--Construction of Sidewalks
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to solicit bids for
the construction of sidewalks during the 1981 season.
Carried
Annual Sidewalk Inspection Program
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, the annual sidewalk inspection program has commenced for
1981, and
WHEREAS, second notices are required to be mailed by the Department
of Public Works to delinquent owners of property regarding repair
or replacement of sidewalks ;
RESOLVED, That July 22, 1981 at 4 P .M. be established as the date
for a public hearing on sidewalks , at which time the owners of
property receiving a second notice will be given an opportunity
to show cause before this Board of Public Works why the sidewalk
abutting their premises should not be repaired by the City at the
owners' expense and the expense thereof collected in accordance
with Section 5 . 30 of the City Charter.
Carried
Bike Path- -Cayuga Street to Park
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the signs be changed so that the bike path will
continue north on Cayuga Street , turn left on Marshall , then con-
tinue its normal route.
Carried t
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Mayor Bordoni requested Superintenden- Kinsella to respond in
writing to the request which was received at the previous meeting .
Request from Kenton Plaza Motel
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the request from the Kenton Plaza Motel that the
City furnish Porta-Johns for the Cinderella Ball Team be referred
to the Superintendent of Public Works for him to use his discretion
to furnish Porta-.Johns or make arrangements with the motel for the
use of the players and their families .
Carried
Formal Submission of Board of Public Works Annual Report for
Receipt and Adoption
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Board accepts the Annual Report of the Board
of Public Works .
Carried
W FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
W Audit
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
Q RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No. 9 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works , and on Abstract No. 9 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Design of Public Improvements for Area Between City Hall & Parking Ramp
Herman Sieverding , Planning staff member, presented a description
of the public improvements design for the area between City Hall
and the Parking Ramp ; and informed the Board that Bob Leathers,
architect, was hired in April of this year to prepare schematic
design of plans for pedestrian circulation, vehicular circulation
and service delivery requirements .
Bob Leathers gave a presentation of plans and showed drawings of
proposed plan, and answered questions of the commissioners . - After
the Board of Public Works and the Council have approved the schematic
design, he will move on to the construction drawings.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the schematic design of plans for pedestrian
circulation, vehicular circulation and delivery requirements be
approved by this Board in concept but not in content .
Carried
Fulton Street Parking Request
Alderman Slattery - 1st Ward Alderman read the following letter
to the Board:
"May S , 1981
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Dear Mr. Slattery,
I am requesting that you, as alderman, approach the Board
concerning the problem of vehicle access . I live at 317 N. Fulton
Street. Parking is only possible on one side of the street and
then only under the odd-even restriction. I do not have a driveway
and cannot construct one due to the closeness of the houses and the
power pole which sits between the house next door and mine .
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I have MS and find it difficult to go the distance required
to get to my car where it must be parked every other night.
I have gone to the extent of buying a house which is only one
floor and a new car which is equipped with* harid controls , to allow
myself to do for myself and not to have to depend upon others .
I also have a handicap sticker.
I respectfully request that you approach the Board to see if
you can provide a solution to the problem.
It is necessary to have access to my car at any given time.
Thank you for you attention to the problem which I have . I
hope that there is a solution to it.
Sincerely,
I
Barbara Caldwell "
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm, alker; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the letter from Barbara Caldwell of 317 N. Fulton
Street be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee.
Carried
Stop Signs - Meadow Street Ext. /Spencer Road $ Elmira Road
Alderman Slattery commented that a person had called him over the
weekend regarding an accident at the corner of Meadow Street Ext. /
Spencer Road. The accident occurred because someone did not stop
` for "Stop" sign. The "Stop" sign is covered up by small trees
and bushes and sign is quite a distance removed from the actual
intersection. It appears that if it were moved further up at the
intersection and some kind of a cross line with "STOP" on it
painted on the road it might help solve the problem. Alderman
Slattery gave sketch of the area to City Engineer Cox. He also
commented that the same kind of a problem also exists further up
the Elmira Road at Zikakis Chevrolet where many people fail to
stop for "S.top"' sign. A painted sign on the road might also be
helpful at this point.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the problem of the "Stop" sign at the intersection
of Meadow Street Ext./Spencer Road and the "Stop" sign in 'front
of Zikakis Chevrolet be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee.
Carried
Comm. Cleveland asked that the following items be added to the
agenda:
Solicit Bids - Ithaca Transit Buses
` By Comm. Cleveland; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to solicit bids
for two new passenger buses for the Ithaca Transit.
Carried
Extended Bus Service to Cornell and Ithaca College
By Comm. Cleveland; Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Transit be authorized to furnish . extended
bus service to Cornell and Ithaca College for the academic year
beginning September 1981 until May of 1982 .
Carried
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NEW BUSINESS :
Speed Limit - Stewart Avenue Bridge
Mayor Bordoni spoke of request from Cornell Fraternity located
on Stewart Avenue before crossing over Stewart Avenue Bridge.
The students state they are repeatedly going out into the road
to sweep glass from cars that have accidents on what are two
90 degree turns before you approach the bridge as you are going
in a northerly direction. They have suggested that someone at
the City level look into that particular area and that possibly
a slower speed limit sign and/or signs indicating there is a
very sharp "Z" curve at that spot might help reduce the accidents
in this area.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Walsh remarked that several people had spoken to her about
the need for some sort of different speed limit on the approach
to the Stewart Avenue bridge and across the bridge. It was noted
that in the winter time this is an especially slippery surface.
Resolution
(y) By Comm. Cleveland; Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the matter of setting a different speed zone on
the Stewart Avenue bridge be referred to the Parking, Traffic
W and Transit Committee .
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ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 6: 55 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli , PTep. it C1 rk f�Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEILDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
1,1AY 13, 1981
12130 William J. Gerber G2122 27.71
12131 Jason Pettengill G2122 30.45
12132 Lambertis Gibbs F2144 12.37 02122 8.24
2133 William L czko F2144 ^.rn G`?? 6.00
12134 Ithaca College F2650 12.48 G2650 8.32
12135 City of Ithaca G2650 8.83
82136 .lest Seneca St. Corp. F2144 211.23 G2122 172.82
12137 John Ford F2144 4.80 G2122 3.20
12138 Dennis Meek 4. G2122 3.20
1",139 Brian Anderson F2144 7.20 G2122 4.80
TOTLiL •'R 261.88 TOTAL SR 273.57
TOTi , "?535.45
APPROVED BY FINANCE COAIIJIT?':"
1316 Board of Education A2300 334.28
131 New Yc:-'c Stat^ :?ectric & Gas Corp. x.2560 _ 72.00
TOT1, 406.28
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 75
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. May 27 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners - (6) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel , Varricchio,
Walker, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
Controller - Spano
Deputy Controller - Cafferillo
Superintendent - Kinsella
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
City Attorney - Shapiro
Alderman - Banfield
City Engineer - Cox
Personnel Administrator - Collins
MINUTES:
07) By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
(y) RESOLVED, That the minutes of the May 13, 1981 meeting be
(v corrected to read that the matter of sidewalk construction
W on Cornell Street be referred to the Highways , Street Lighting
and Refuse Committee and that the remainder of the minutes
Q be approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD: -
Paul Nedrow-- -General President, American Postal Workers Union.
Mr. Nedrow spoke to the Board regarding a letter of May 8 ,
1981 to Mayor Bordoni concerning parking conditions around
the Post Office and in the parking ramp .
Comm. Cleveland responded that the matter is being looked into
by the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee .
Comm. Varricchio commented that the Police Department will be
adding extra personnel on- weekends at the parking ramp; to help
prevent vandalism and damage being done to vehicles parked there .
Superintendent Kinsella invited Mr. Nedrow to meet in his office
to discuss the parking problem in the area of the Post Office .
Stuart Lewis- -Chairman, Marketing Committee- -Downtown Ithaca
Business Association.
Mr. Lewis requested free bus service for the community the
weekend of August 27 , 28 , and 29, 1981 . This is the weekend
that Cornell and Ithaca College students arrive back in Ithaca
and it gives the students as well as local residents a chance
to become familiar with our bus service . Mr . Lewis assured the
Board that DIBA would run a promotion publicizing the free
bus service for this weekend.
Discussion followed on the floor .
Resolution:
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the matter of free bus service the weekend of
August 27 , 28, and 29, 1981 be referred to the Parking, Traffic
and Transit Committee.
Carried
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PERSONNEL :
Superintendent Kinsella reported that a grievance hearing will
be held in executive session immediately following this Board
meeting.
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Appointment:
Superintendent Kinsella requested approval of0avid E . Brown
as a laborer in the Buildings and Grounds Division at $3 . 97
per hour effective May 18, 1981 .
Resolution:
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That David E. Brown be appointed as a laborer in
Buildings and Grounds Division at $3 .97 an hour effective
May 18, 1981 .
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request for Payment--McFarland-Johnson Engineers :
By Comm. Brown; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from McFarland-Johnson
Engineers, Inc. for professional services in connection with
the Water Filtration Plant engineering study through May IS ,
1981 , be approved in the amount of $3 ,855. 28 .
Carried
HIGHWAYS , STREET LIGHTING AND. REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Bids--Manhole Adjustment Rings :
Comm. Walsh reported that one bid was received on May 14 , 1981 ,
for supplying manhole adjustment rings .
Resolution: x
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the contract for providing manhole adjustment
rings in accordance with the specification dated May 5, 1981 ,.
be awarded to National Utility Products Company for the following
bid prices :
NB- 2300-1- S/8" (for 22?" through 24z" diameter) . . . . . . . . . $74 .00
NB- 2500-1- 5/8" (for 24i" through 26," diameter) . . . . . . .'. . a.74?.00
NUPCO all-steel split fixed diameter ring made to order , . 55 . 00
Carried
Request for Public Hearing- -Curb Construction:
Comm. Walsh requested that approval be given to establish a
public hearing date of June 10, 1981 , at 4 : 00 P .M. in the Common
Council Chambers regarding the proposed new curb construction
in the the community development target area.
Resolution:
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board gives approval to establish a
public hearing date of June 10 , 1981 , at 4: 00 P .M. in the
Common Council Chambers regarding the proposed new curb con-
struction in the community development target area .
Carried
Request to Bid- -Curb Construction:
Comm. Walsh requested that the Board authorize the advertisement
and receipt of bids for proposed new curb construction for 1981 .
Resolution:
By Comm. Walsh ; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board authorizes the advertisement and receipt
of bids for proposed new curb construction for 1981 .
Carried
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Sidewalks- -Cornell Street:
By Comm. Walsh; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works , subsquent to the May 13 ,
1981 public hearing regarding proposed sidewalk construction
on Cornell Street, referred the matter to the Highways , Street
Lighting and Refuse Committee, and
WHEREAS, communication has been received from the neighborhood
committee representative, Carol Ann Brown, on May 23 , 19817
recommending construction of walks between Eastwood Avenue
and Homestead Road, and
WHEREAS, the City will install an appropriate, painted pedes-
trian crossing with accompanying warning signs ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works
order the sidewalks installed between Eastwood Avenue and Home-
Stead Road and authorize the Superintendent to coordinate the
project with the affected property owners and the neighborhood
group representative, for the purpose of liaison, scheduling
(}� and project completion.
(Y) Carried
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Q Farmer's Market License:
Q Comm. Schickel reported that the Ithaca Farmer 's Market has
requested renewal of their license for the 1981 season.
Resolution:
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. -Walker
RESOLVED, That the license of the Ithaca Farmer ' s Market to
use the site of the old freight shed on Taughannock Boulevard
be renewed under the same terms and conditions that prevailed
during its use in the 1980 season; i . e. $500 payable per season
in monthly installments, June 1 through October 1 .
Comm. Walsh asked about improvements to parking lot .
Discussion followed on the floor .
City Attorney Shapiro informed the Board that in accordance
with their license any maintenance work to done should be
done at Farmer' s Market expense . If there is anything the
Board wishes the Farmer' s Market to do this would be the pro-
per time to bring this up and discuss it with them.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :.
Carried
Taughannock Boulevard Property- -Public Sale of Property
Resolution:
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, the property known as 446 Taughannock Boulevard
(tax lot 43-1-4) is declared surplus , having no public
works value; aeJ
fr rRxEPORE: 2F 1 T `I(E.501— �1�• 7`Iiat'
COMM," the lease with Agway Petroleum for said property
be terminated with proper notice as provided in the lease
agreement;
-- = BE IT RESOLVED, That the Common Council shall
dispose of said property through a public sale.
Discussion followed on the floor .
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Attorney Shapiro will check lease to determine who is responsible
for building on said property .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Cherry Street Industrial Park- -Bid Award--Gravel Fill
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on May 27, 1981
by the Purchasing Department for supplying gravel fill for
Cherry Street Industrial Park.
Resolution:
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a contract for gravel fill for Cherry Street
Industrial Park be awarded to Cortland Paving, Lansing, New
York, for the low bid of $3 . 45 per unit for the total of
$10,350. 00, contingent upon Common Council approval .
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS:C''O1' 11 ] Tj-r
Audi t
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance
Committee as listed on Abstract No. 10 of the General Fund
accounts of the Department of Public Works and on Abstract
No. 10 of the Water and Sewer Fund be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receiv able be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried
Request for Petty Cash Fund
Comm. Walker asked that approval be given for the establishment
of a petty cash fund of $100 for the Construction and Maintenance
Division of the Department of Public Works with sub Auent sub-
mission to the Common Council for final action.
Resolution:
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That approval is given for the establishment of
a petty cash fund of $100 for the Construction and maintenance
Division of the Department of Public Works with - subs'quen_t
submission to the Common Council for final action.
Carried
PARKING, _TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COM�'ITTEE:
Northeast Transit- -Contract Renewal
Resolution:
By Comm. Cleveland; Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That authorization is given to the Mayor to sign
contracts for summer service with the Northeast- Transit .
Carried
Motorcycle Ban--Stewart Park
Superintendent Kinsella referred to a letter to the Board
from John Asay, SSS Warren Road, regarding the motorcycle
ban in Stewart Park.
Resolution:
By Comm. Cleveland; Seconded by Comm . Walker
RESOLVED, That the letter from Mr. John Asay, 5SS Warren Road,
regarding ban on motorcycles in Stewart park, be referred to
the Public Buildings , Public Grounds , and Parks Committee.
Carried
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NEW BUSINESS:
Bryant Park Civic Association Request for 25 m.p.h . Speed Zone
Mayor Bordoni spoke regarding a request from the Bryaht Fark Uivic
Association for a 25 m.p.h. speed zone in that area, in the
hopes that by making it a 25 m.p.h. speed zone, it would cut
down on through truck traffic.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution:
By Comm. Walker; Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the matter of setting a different speed limit
in the Bryant Park area be referred to the P.arking , Traffic,
and Transit Committee .
Carried
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
By Comm. Schickel; Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Board go into Executive Session at the
close of this meeting for a grievance hearing .
(Y) ADJOURNMENT:
N On a motion the regular meeting adjourned at 5: 20 P .M.
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allista F. Paolangeli , D p. City Clerk/ U Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MAY 27, 1981
12140 City of Ithaca F8316-309 118.14 G8116-309 177.20
12141 City of Ithaca F8316-309 106.67 G8116-309 160.01
12142 City of Ithaca F8316-309 340.15 G8116-309 510.23
12143 City of Ithaca F8316-309 7.71 G8116-309 11.56
12144 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1785.55 G8116-309 2678.33
12145 City of Ithaca F8316-309 163.67 G8116-309 245.50
12146 City of Ithaca F8316-309 108.40 G8116-309 162.61
12147 City of Ithaca F8316-309 335.48 G8116-309 503.21
12148 City of Ithaca F8316-309 14. 21 68116-309 21.32
12149 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1520.90 G8116-309 2281.35
12150 Albanese Plumbing F2144 18.60 G2122 12.40
12151 Glenn Smith F2144 9.60 G2122 6.40
12152 R. Weber F2144 7. 20 G2122 4.80
12153 Sheila Stone F2144 -4.80 G2122 3.20
12154 City of Ithaca G2801 4142.40
12155 City of Ithaca G2801 496043
12156 City of Ithaca G2801 573.17
12157 Audrey Cooper G2122 298.10
TOTAL WR 4541.08 TOTAL SR 12288.22
Total $16,829.30
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.rt, June 10 , 1981
PRESENT :
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (5) - Brown , Cleveland, Schickel , Varricchio , Walker
ABSENT :
Commissioner (1) - Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT :
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - SPano
Asst. Controller - Cafferillo
City Attorney - Shapiro
City Engineer - Cox
Asst. to Supt. - Dougherty
Aldermen - E. Holman, Banfield
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
Co Mayor Bordoni led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
O American flag.
A4INUTES:
Q By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
Q RESOLVED, That the minutes of the May 27 , 1981 meeting be corrected
Q as follows :
The first word in the second paragraph of the resolution under
"Taughannock Boulevard Property--Public Sale of Property" should
be changed to read "RESOLVED" rather than "WHEREAS," and That
the rest of the minutes be approved as recorded by the Deputy
City Clerk.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Safety Problem- -Court Street between Albany an Plain Streets
Alderman Holman referrej to a letter she -had received from Dan C.
Lee , Principal , Central Elementary School , pointing out a safety
problem to motorist. and pedestrians who use the Central School and
GIAC facilities : the problem being on the north side of Court Street
between Albany and Plain Streets where parking is permitted.
Mayor Bordoni commented that a meeting had been arranged for the
following morning between himself and Supt. Backer to discuss the
problem.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the letter from Dan C. Lee regarding safety on Court
Street be referred to the Parking , Traffic and Transit Committee for
review of the matter, and report back.
Carried Unanimously
Bus Service--Nate' s Floral Estates
Hs . Virginia Pickens , Nate ' s Floral ,Estates Lot 56 , and Mrs . Glenola
Wilson, Lot 79 , presented a petition containing more than 100
signatures from the residents of Nate' s Floral Estates trailer park
in which they request city bus service to the Estates .
rIavor Sordoni read the following letter:
"May 18 , 1981
Mayor Raymond Bordoni
City Hall
Dear mayor Bordoni :
A majority of tenants at Nate ' s Floral Estates Mobile Home Park
and the corporate officers of Nate ' s Floral Estates formally request
bus service be extended as soon as possible the approximately- twelve
hundred feet distance from Smith' s Hardware to our park. We have
patiently waited for this , with no results . Please do your best to
provide this needed and deserved service .
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If the above is provided, the City of Ithaca would readily appreciate
increased return of tax dollars from more sales and home units in our
park. The human benefits for our elderly speak for themselves .
Your prompt attention to this matter would be greatly appreciated.
Yours truly,
Reuben I . Weiner, M.D.
cc : Donald Kinsella, Superintendent , Dept . of Public Works
John Dougherty, Asst. Superintendent , Dept . of Public Works
Bernard Carpenter, Dept. of Transportation
Donald Slattery, First Ward Alderman
Rudolph Saccucci , First Ward Alderman"
Mayor Bordoni replied to Dr. Weiner' s letter, advising him that the
matter had been noted, and assured him that the matter is being
looked into and discussed; also , he will keep Doctor Weiner inforf-!ed
as to the progress of the matter.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, the petition from residents of Nate' s Floral Estates and
letter from Dr. Reuben Weiner, requesting bus service to Nate' s
Floral Estates , be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee.
Carried Unanimously
COTIMUN I CATIONS :
Motorcycle PaFking
Mayor Bordoni presented the following letter, copies of which had
been distributed to members of the Board:
"Dear Sir:
I work downtown nearly every day and many times I need a vehicle close °
at hand so I use a metered parking space . The problem that I run into
is that except in the dead of winter I drive a motorcycle. I have
tried to park in such a way as to completely take over a parking space ,
but what often happens is that a car (often a small one) takes over
what is left of the parking space . The police tend to assume that the
car has rights to the space and I get a ticket. This has happened to
me many times in the last few years and I am really getting tired of
it. I wonder if you might direct the public works department to
designate a few spaces in downtown for motorcycles . T know that this
is already done elsewhere (Cornell) and seems to work well . With the
price of gas these days , there are many more motorcycles on the road
and it would be a good idea if we didn' t take up valuable street
parking needlessly.
I thank you for your time and hope that you will think about my-
suggestion.
Best wishes ,
Terence J . Garahan
Associate Editor
The Grapevine Weekly"
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the letter from Terence Garahan requesting parking for
motorcycles be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Hearin g- -New Curb Construction and Assessments in Northside
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the public hearing to consider new curb construction
and assessments in Northside in connection with the Community Develop-
ment Neighborhood Improvement Project be opened.
Carried Unanimously
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Edward Miccinatti , an employee and representative of H. W. Taynton Co. ,
Inc. , 407 Third Street , spoke to the Board about drainage problems
the company would have if curbs were installed in the Franklin and
Third Street area, and asked to be excluded from the curb construction.
City Engineer Cox responded to Mr. Miccinatti.
Mayor Bordoni , Chairman, Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency, explained his
thinking concerning the curbs , and the reasoning behind the IURA' s
resolution relating to the curbs .
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the public hearing to consider new curb construction
and assessments in Northside in connection with the Community Develop-
ment Neighborhood Improvement Project be closed.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution from IURA/CDA (HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE CO!-1MITTEE)
Read by Mayor Bordoni :
"RESOLVED, That the IURA/CDA authorizes the DPW to bid out the drainage
(Y) work in Northside and Southside as recommended by the DPW with the
N deletion of the south side of Franklin Street between 2nd and 3rd.
LiJ Streets and adding the east and west sides of 4th Street between
Hancock and the Power Station and the west side of 1st Street between
Hancock and Adams Streets , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the BPW be asked to waive the requirement
that residential properties be assessed 500 of the cost of new curbs
for this project. "
Comm. Walker pointed out that the Board of Public Works has no
authority over the use of Community Development funds . Although the
City has a policy regarding curb and gutter construction to assess
500 of it back to the owner of the property regardless of whether it
is residential or commercial , the BPZ^I has no authority over the
assessment of any reimbursement for the use of CD funds . Therefore ,
the second part of the resolution is something the BPW cannot act on.
City Attorney Shapiro remarked that if CD wants to pay for the whole
project that is acceptable , but the Board should not get into the
position of waiving assessments .
The Board did not act on the IURA/CD resolution.
Mr. Miccinatti agreed that if the City decides to install gutters
and/or curbs at no cost to the Taynton Co. they would be agreeable
to this .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That , if the City Engineer and IURA agree on parcels to be
curbed and/or guttered, the Board authorizes the City Engineer to
put the job out to bid.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PARKING , TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COP,!MITTEE :
Special Parking on Fulton Street
Barbara Caldwell spoke to the Board regarding her problem as a
Handicapped person in need of parking on North Fulton Street .
Mayor Bordoni , Comm. Cleveland and Comm. Brown responded to Pas . .
Caldwell , explaining that the committee has been studying the
problem, and hopefully , will have a solution for presentation at
the next meeting of the Board.
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PERSONNEL:
Appointments
Approval was requested for the appointment of Charles E. Griffin
as Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer
Division at an annual salary of $8 , 794 , effective June 7 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, the Board approves the appointment of Charles E. Griffin
as Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer
Division at an annual salary of $8 , 794, effective June 7 , 1981.
Carried Unanimously
Approval was regeusted for the appointment of Frank G. Eggleston
as Sewer Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer
Division at an annual salary of $8 ,794 , effective June 1 , 1981.
Resolution
By Comm. chickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, The Board approves the appointment of Frank G. Eggleston
as Sewer Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and Sewer
Division at an annual salary of $8 ,794, effective June 1 , 1981.
Carried Unanimously
WATER AND SANITARY SEWERS COMMITTEE :
Bill--Stearns $ Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns $ Wheler for professional engi-
neering services in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation
Survey through April 1981 , be approved in the amount of $4 ,291 . 44.
_ Carried Unanimously
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND -REFUSE COr?4ITTEE :
Bids--Construction Material
Comm. Walker reported that bids were received for supplying bituminous
products, asphalt concrete , crushed limestone , and transit mix
concrete.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bids received for supplying bituminous products
in accordance with the specification dated May 15 , 1981 , be referred
to committee for study and recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying ashpalt concrete in
accordance with the specification dated May 15 , 1981 , be awarded
to General Crushed Stone.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED,, -That the contract for supplying crushed limestone in
accordance with the specification dated May 15 , 1931 , be awarded
to Cayuga. Crushed Stone .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying transit mix concrete in
accordance with the specification dated May 15 , 1981 , be awarded to
University Sand $ Gravel .
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Carried Unanimously t
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PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COrPIITTEE : '
Request for Payment--O' Brien & Gere
By Comm. Sc is ek 1:Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from O' Brien $ Gere for pro-
fessional services in connection with the Cherry Street Industrial
Park through May 2 , 1981 , be approved in the amount of $2 ,405. 44.
Carried Unanimously
Bids- -1981 Sidewalk Construction Program
Comm. Schic el reported that bids were received for the 1981 side-
walk construction program.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the contract for construction of sidewalks for the
1981 construction program in accordance with the specification dated
May 20, 1981 , be awarded to F $ J Construction.
Carried Unanimously
Agreement with O'Brien-Taube Associates
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to execute an agreement with
(Y) O'Brien-Taube Associates for design services in connection with the
N Cass Park lobby expansion program, subject to review and approval
W by the City Attorney. Funds for said work will be provided 50% by
the Heritage Conservation and Recreational Services grant and 50%
by local funding: cost of the architectural services not to exceed
Q $22 ,000.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE , ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMP-4ITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No. 11 of the General Fund accounts of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No. 11 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
American Postal Workers Union Request re . Parking
Comm. Cleveland reported that the postal workers' request regarding
problems is still in committee.
Cornell Fraternity Request To Set Different Speed Zone on Stewart
Avenue Bridge
Comm. Cleveland reported that the committee has discussed the request
with the Traffic Engineer, and that speed signs will be erected.
Stop Sign Problem at Intersection of Meadow Street Ext . /Spencer Road
Comm. Cleveland reported that a new stop sign will be installed at
this intersection, the brush will be cleaned out , and stop will be
painted on the road.
Cornell Street Sidewalks
Comm. Cleveland reported that Comm. Walsh is working on the Cornell
Street Sidewalks and will probably report at the next meeting.
Special Parking on Fulton Street
Comm. Cleveland reported this item is still in committee.
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NEW BUSINESS:
Uncut Grass ; Garbage at Curbs
Alderman Ban field reported receiving innumerable calls regarding
properties in the Fall Creek Area on which the lawns were not cut ;
also, people have been putting garbage on the curbs in advance of
pickup. He asked if the Board would consider a public relations
meeting to let citizens know what they can do about these problems--
where to call , etc. to take care of the problems .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Mayor Bordoni suggested that perhaps the media would give some
publicity to the problem.
Alderman Banfield will discuss the matter of the garbage with
Common Council and try to find a solution.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 :40 p.m.
Callista F. Paolangeli , Dq. City Clerk Raymond Bor oni , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JUNE 10, 1981
1318 Richard and Arvilla Virgil A1710 68.22
1319 David A. Smith A1710 1,060.53
1320 Nancy Gersh A1710 25.00
1321 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. A2650 95.00
TOTAL 1,248.75
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS gl
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK _
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. June 24 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners - (6) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel, Varricchio,
Walker, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
City Attorney - Shapiro
Superintendent - Kinsella
Alderman - Banfield-.
MINUTES:
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the minutes of June 10-, 1981 meeting be
approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
(y) Carried Unanimously
N
W PERSONNEL:
Appointment `
Superintendent Kinsella requested approval of Stephen D. Kamm
as a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and
Sewer Division at an annual salary of $8 , 794, effective June
19, 1981.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, the Board approves the appointment of Stephen D. Kamm
as a Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee in the Water and
Sewer Division at an annual salary of $8, 794, effective June
19, 1981.
Carried Unanimously
Promotion
Superintendent Kinsella requested approval. for the promotion
of Ronald Quarrella from Laborer to Maintenance Worker in the
Construction and Maintenance Division at $4 . 12 per hour, effective
June 28, 1981
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, the Board approves the promotion of Ronald Quarrella
from- Laborer to Maintenance Worker in the Construction and
Maintenance Division at $4. 12 per hour, effective June 28 , 1981.
Carried Unanimously
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Bids- -Water Meters
Comm. Brown reported that bids were received June 18 , 1981 for
supplying water meters with remote reading devices .
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying water meters with
remote reading devices in accordance with specifications dated
June 10, 1981, be awarded to the Badger Company.
Carried Unanimously
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Bill- -Stearns Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a bill from Stearns y Wheler for professional
services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treat-
ment Plant through April , 1981, be approved in the amount
of $7 , 936. 60 .
Carried Unanimously
Sewage Treatment Plant Design Contract
Comm. Brown referred to design agreement with Stearns & Wheler
Engineers and Scientists for additions and modifications to
wastewater treatment facility.
The Water and Sanitary Sewer Committee needs more time for
study and discussion on the matter. All Board members are
invited to attend committee meeting on this matter.
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITEE_:
Bids--Construction Material
Comm. Walsh reported that bids were received for supplying
bituminous products as reported at meeting of June 10, 1981.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying bituminous products
in accordance with the specifications dated May 15, 1981, be
awarded to Neil Guiles , Inc .
Carried Unanimously
Bid- -To Repair Sweeper
Comm. Walsh reported that one bid was received on June 10, 1981,
for repairs to a sweeper .
Resolution
j By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker w
RESOLVED, That the contract for repairing a sweeper in accordance
i with the specifications dated June 2, 1981 , be awarded to
Ecolotec, Inc .
Carried Unanimously
Bill- -Northeast Appraisal & Management Co. , Inc .
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a bill from Northeast Appraisal & Management,
Co . , Inc. for appraisal services in connection with right-of-
way taking for the Aurora and Prospect intersection improvement
project be approved in the amount of $973. 15 .
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Cherry Street Industrial Park- -Progress Report
Superintendent Kinsella reported that gravel fill is being
hauled into place in accordance with contract specifications
at the Cherry Street Industrial Park,
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That Bills audited and approved by the Finance
Committee as listed on Abstract No . 12 of the General Fund
accounts of the Department of Public Works and on Abstract
No . 12 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
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IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved
and ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
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Temporary Truck Drivers- -Construction $ Maintenance Division
Asst. to Superintendent Dougherty gave report on need of hiring
two temporary truck drivers for the summer in the Construction
and Maintenance Division.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board authorizes the hiring of two temporary
truck drivers for the summer in the Construction and Maintenance
Division, upon approval of the Budget and Administration
Committee.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Request for Parking- by Barbara Caldwell, N. Fulton Street
Comm. Cleveland reported that the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee has spent much time in studying the problem of
Barbara Caldwell 's request for parking in the N. Fulton Street
area.
Comm. Brown reported that many possibilities and options were
discussed in trying to solve this problem -but it had not been
possible for the City to find a solution to parking on N.. Fulton
LIJ Street at this time.
Comm. Schickel asked that the entire question of alternate
parking be reviewed. Comm. Cleveland will obtain copies
of alternate parking study from Traffic Engineer Gombas for
all members of the Board.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the request from Barbara Caldwell for special
parking on N. Fulton Street, regretfully be denied at this
i. time.
Carried Unanimously
Superintendent Kinsella will write a letter to Ms . Caldwell
explaining the situation, and will report back to the Board
further on the matter of alternate side parking.
Bus Service- - Nate ' s Floral Estates
Comm. Cleveland reported that the Parking, Traffic & Transit
Committee recognizes Nate' s Floral Estates to be an area of
growing potential for the Transit System in both residential
and commercial usage. All existing routes are at the maximum
time utilization and cannot serve this area without sacrificing
service to another area.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the request for bus service at Nate's Floral
Estates be denied at this time, and staff be directed to con-
sider this area for service on any future new route .
' Carried. Unanimously
Mayor Bordoni asked the media to publicize this matter so
that people would be notified of the Board' s decision.
Request for Free Bus Service- -August 27th, 28th, & 29th, 1981
Comm. Cleveland reported that a request for free bus service
on August 27th, 28th, & 29th, 1981, was received from the
Downtown Ithaca Businessmen' s Association. This would be part
of a "Welcome Back Students" promotion. Free bus service was
not given in 1980 during this time period and buses were filled.
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The loss of revenue for these three days is estimated to . be
$3, 000. Staff is of the opinion that due to these reasons
the benefits to the Transit System would be minor .
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland:- Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the request by the Downtown Businessmen's
Association for free bus service on August 27th, 28th, $ 29th,
1981, as part of a "Welcome Back Students" promotion, be denied
because of the unnecessary costs to the City.
Comm.. Schickel requested that the Parking, Traffic $ Transit
Committee meet with the DIBA to discuss this matter .
Alderman Banfield remarked that if at all possible he would
like to see a compromise worked out to encourage students to
use the Ithaca Transit System and to shop downtown Ithaca.
The Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee will meet with DIBA
to discuss a compromise solution to free bus service on August
27th, 28th $ 29th, 1981.
Resolution to deny free bus service on August 27th, 28th, $
29th, 1981, . was withdrawn.
OLD BUSINESS:
Court Street- -Pedestrian Crossing
Mayor Bodoni reported that Superintendent Backer and his
fiscal operations manager, Mr. Butler has been in contact with
City Traffic Engineer, Mr. Gombas , and they are working out a
solution to -the problem on Court- Street on the- pedestrian crossing
and the problem is being taken care of.
Motorcycle Parking
Comm. Cleveland reported on letter from Terence Garahan regarding
t motorcycle parking at meters .
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the matter of motorcycle parking be referred
to Superintendent Kinsella and City Traffic Engineer, Mr . Gombas .
Carried Unanimously
Motorcycles in Parks
Comm. Schickel reported that matter of motorcycles in Stewart
Park is still being studied by the Public Buildings , Public
Grounds and Parks Committee.
Postal Workers Request for Parking
Superintendent Kinsella reported that he is following up on
the Postal Workers request for parking .
Green and Cayuga Street Crossing
Comm. Schickel requested Mayor Bordoni or Superintendent Kinsella
to write to the Department of Transportation regarding the
crossing on Green and Cayuga Streets , where another near accident
has just recently occurred.
The Mayor responded lie has been in touch with with Mr . John
Powers of the Department of Transportation and expects them
to be replying to City ' s concerns by the end of June, regarding
walk cycles for that area.
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Tioga and Farm Street Intersection 91
Alderman Banfield asked about intersection at Tioga and Farm
Streets , where a number of accidents have been occurring . The
matter will be reviewed by the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee.
Jay and Cayuga Streets Intersection
Alderman Banfield reported that the intersection of Jay and
Cayuga Streets is also a problem intersection. The matter
was referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee.
Cinderella Ballfield
Alderman Banfiel t anked the Department of Public Works for
taking such good care of the Cinderella Ballfields this year .
Re-Arm Committee
Comm. Cleveland asked about retirements and Re-Arm Committee.
Superintendent Kinsella responded that he will be working with
this committee.
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned. at 5: 10 P.M.
Callista F. �Paolangeli , ep. Clerk /�_, aymond Bordoni, Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JUNE 24, 1981
12158 Village of Trumansburg F2144 84.65
12159 Drumheller F2144 161.51
12160 City of Ithaca G2650 114.66
12161 J & S Enterprises F2142 50.00
12162 City of Ithaca G2650 66.58
12163 Eco Research Ltd. G2650 66.33
12164 City of Ithaca F2650 420.17
12165 Vera D. McGee F2144 11.23 G2122 7.48
12166 R. Gelinas F2144 27.60 G2122 18.40
12167 D H Brewer F2144 4.20 G2122 2.80
12168 Frank Orzino F2144 22. 20 G2122 14.80
12169 Fred Schwartz F2144 6.00 G2122 4.00
12170 Glenn Smith F2144 7.80 G2122 5.20
12171 R. Weber F2144 7.80 G2122 5.20
12172 Cornell University G2120 26930.06
TOTAL WR 803.16 TOTAL SR 27235.51
TOTAL 28,038.67
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. July 8 , 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners (6) - Brown, Cleveland, Varricchio , Walker, Walsh,
Schickel
ABSENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Asst. City Attorney - Nash
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Planner - Sieverding
Dep. City Controller - Cafferillo
Alderman - Banfield
Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Cox
Supt. of Public-Works - Kinsella
In the absence of Mayor Bordoni the meeting was chaired by Comm.
Schickel.
MINUTES
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the June 24 , 1981 meeting of the Board
of Public Works be corrected as follows :
Under Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee--Court Street--Pedes-
trian Crossing--the first sentence should be changed to read
". . . that Superintendent Backer and Mr. Butler, Director of Schools
Facilities and Operations , have been in contact with . . . . "
and the remainder of the minutes be approved as recorded by the
Deputy City Clerk.
COMMUNICATIONS :
Chm. Schickel reported that Mayor Bordoni had left a note referring
to requests he had received from residents for a "no turn on red"
sign on the corner of Fulton Street where it joins Meadow Street.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, the consideration of a request for a "no turn on red" sign
on the corner of Fulton Street where it joins Meadow Street be
referred to the Traffic Engineer.
Carried Unanimously
Request from Dr. Speno
Alderman Banfield referred to a letter from Dr. Speno requesting
a reduced speed limit at a point further to the southwest than it
is at present , and a flashing yellow light at the intersection of
Buttermilk Falls Road and the Elmira Road (Route 13) .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the request from Dr. Speno for a reduced speed limit
and flashing yellow light be referred to the Parking , Traffic and
Transit Committee and the appropriate bodies in the New York State
Department of Transportation (NYSDoT) .
Carried Unanimously
PERSONNEL :
Appointment of Transit Supervisor
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS , the "Certification of Eligibles" for the position of
Transit Supervisor has been received;
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THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That approval be given for the permanent
appointment of Bernard J. Carpenter -to the position Transit Super-
visor in the Transit Division at an annual salary of $19 ,373.00 ,
effective July 8 , 1981,
Carried Unanimously
Amendment of Personnel Roster
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, one of the recommendations of the Department 's productivity
study by Donald Spanier Associates was to add an engineer to the
Engineering Division staff, and
WHEREAS, this Board subsequently determined that there should be no
addition to the Division' s strength at that time ;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the authorized roster of the Engi-
neering Division be amended to include one position of Junior
Engineer and to delete one position of Senior Engineering Aide ,
subject to approval of the Budget and Administration Committee of
Council.
Carried Unanimously
WATER 'AND 'SANUARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
equest _ or payment--Stearns & Wheler
y Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm, Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler for pro-
fessional services in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation
Survey through May 1981 , be approved in the amount of $336. 53.
Carried Unanimously
Request for payment--Stearns_ & Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler for
professional services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological
Treatment Plant through May 1981 be approved in the amount of
$384. 62. ,
Carried Unanimously
Request for payment--McFarland-Johnson Engineers , Inc.
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from McFarland-Johnson Engineers ,
Inc. for professional services in connection with the Water Filtra-
tion Plant Study, be approved in the amount of $3,649 . 09 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Design of Addition and Modifications to Wastewater Treatment Facilities
in City of Ithaca Agreement
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS , the Common Council of the City of Ithaca has authorized the
Superintendent of Public Works to file applications to the federal
and state governments for financial aid for the design and construction
of the proposed Sewage Treatment Facilities , Project C-36-1095 , and
WHEREAS , an application was filed for financial assistance to design „
said facilities (Step II) , a part of said application being the pro-
posed design contract with Stearns $ Wheler, and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has received New York State Department of
Environmental Conservation approval of the proposed agreement with
Stearns $ Wheler for design of the proposed wastewater facilities ;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That this Board approves the Agreement
between Owner and Engineer for professional Services between the City
of Ithaca, New York -and Stearns & Wheler Engineers and Scientists for
project C- 36-1095-02-0 , Design of Additions and Modifications to
Wastewater Treatment Facilities in City of Ithaca, 1981 , #1053.
*1VHEREAS, this Board authorized the Superintendent to accent a Federal
grant offer for assistance for the design, and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to execute said
agreement with the approval of the City Attorney, or the Assistant
City Attorney, in his absence.
Comm. Walker summarized his understanding of the project. He recom-
mended approval of the agreement.
Chairman Schickel commented that the questions which he had submitted
in writing concerning the project had not been adequately answered,
and he still wished to ask questions and get some answers . He main-
tained that the contract, as proposed, is very loose--engineers can
increase the cost pretty much at will . The cost has already escalated
from a "few million dollars" to 29 million dollars . As the contract
is written, a plant could be designed to cost 60 million dollars , and
then they would be told about it.
City Engineer Cox replied that that is not accurate--that the federal
grant received is for the project applied for and spelled out in the
application as being the plant recommended in the facilities plan- -
so the general type of plant , location, size , etc. are pretty well
spelled out. Also there is another check- -the plant is subject to a
(y) value engineering study by a completely separate firm comprised of
experts in the various fields . The design will be scrutinized to
assure that this plant is the best for the money.
W Chairman Schickel further commented that he didn' t feel the contract
covers the . total project. There is no mention in it of the under-
ground work which must be done to comply with the sewer system evalu-
ation survey presently underway. There is no mention of the industrial
pretreatment work which must be ,done. He asked- what else isn' t
included, what else is likely to come along a couple of years down the
road. He said that before the city commits itself to this size a.
project , it should know exactly what it is getting into- -the total
project.
City Engineer Cox said that at this time there are really four
different involvements- -the- design , the pretreatment , the sewer
system evaluation survey and the value engineering study.
Chairman Schickel made the observation that he would like to see a
contract including penalty for overrun and reward for saving.
Chairman Schickel commented that the original contract assured the
city that they were not committed to the same engineer for the design,
and he doesn' t believe the city can get the best deal by giving it
to Stearns -and Wheler without soliciting proposals from other
engineering firms .
City Engineer Cox explained the procedure followed at the beginning
when Stearns $ Wheler were chosen to do Step I of the project. And,
because the city was satisfied with their performance of Step I , that
decided them to go with Stearns & Wheler.
City Engineer Cox reviewed the calendar of events up to the request
to the city to sign.
Chairman Schickel commented that the project should have the backing
and approval of the Common Council and all participants , as well as
the Board of Public Works . He was assured that the participants had
been in communication. Alderman Banfield commented that he didn' t
know what the time frame is , but the committee is meeting almost weekly
discussing the two proposals for the ownership of the facility ; he
thinks Chm. Schickel ' s points should be raised to the Council so they
would at least be aware of them.
City Engineer Cox responded that it was up to the City to be responsible
for the project.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (5) - Brown, Cleveland, Varricchio , Walsh , Walker
Nay (1) - Schickel
Carried
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HIGIRVAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Contract--Aerial Lift
Comm. Walsh reported that bids have been received to overhaul and
update the aerial lift and new chassis .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract to overhaul and update the aerial lift
in accordance with the specifications of June 18, 1981 , be awarded
to Gallagher Equipment for their bid of $18,385. 00, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the contract to supply a new chassis in
accordance with the specifications of June 18 , 1981 , be awarded to
Spencer Ford for their bid price of $20 ,973.99.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes- (5) - Brown, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh, Schickel
Nay, (1) - Cleveland
Carried
$RID'GES CREEKS & 'STORM DRAINAGE COMMI"TTEE:
Comm. Varricchio had nothing to report under this committee. However,
he did report on meeting with Tom Hilton, President of the DIBA,
regarding their request for free bus service on August 27th, 28th and
29th, 1981 , as part of a "Welcome Back Students" promotion. He said
the DIBA planned to meet the following day and get back to him.
PUBLI"C BUILDINGS GROUNDS AND PARKS COW4ITTEE:
Hillview Par Presentation
Planner Herman Sieverding reported briefly on the proposed project
of developing Hillview Park. He will be coordinating a meeting with
a subcommittee of the Urban Renewal Agency, the Building and Grounds
Committee, Bob Leathers, Project Consultant and Supt. Kinsella within
the next few days and before reporting back to the Board on July 22 ,
1981, at which time they will request authorization to go to bid on
the project. He also reported that the city' s portion of the funding
will be paid from Community Development funds .
Additional Man Hours at Newman Golf Course
By. Comm. Walsh: Seconded y Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, increased usage , attendance and resultant demands have been
placed upon the facilities of the Newman Golf Course and Club House
area, and
WHEREAS, a total of 86 man hours were originally allocated for the
1981 season;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That an additional 24 man hours be approved,
bringing the total man hours per Club House operation to the previous
year' s total of 110 man hours , and
IT I'S FURTHER RESOLVED, That this measure be forwarded to the Budget
and Administration Committee for approval .
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE , ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee , as
listed on Abstract No. 13 of the General Fund accounts of the Depart-
ment of Public Works and on Abstract No. 12 of the Water and Sewer
Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING , TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Downtown Parking Study - Mayor Bordoni
The discussion of the Downtown Parking Study was tabled until the
July 22 , 1981 meeting of the Board.
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Motorcycle Parking (Ref. Letter from Terence Garahan)
Supt. Kinsella reported that he will be checking with Traffic
Engineer Gombas when he returns from vacation regarding motorcycle
parking and will report back at the July 22, 1981 meeting.
Comm. Varricchio asked about the request for motorcycles in Stewart
Park and was told that the request is still in committee.
Executive Session
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 20 p.m.
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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. July 22, 1981
PRESENT:
Commissioners - (4) - Cleveland, Schickel, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Mayor Bordoni
City Attorney Shapiro
Commissioner Brown
Commissioner Varricchio
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Dep: Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. City Engineer - Barber
City Engineer - Cox
G) Planner - Sieverding
j (y) Alderman - Banfield
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Chairman Schickel . -
Q MINUTES:
By Comm. Walker Seconded By Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the July 8, 1981 meeting be
approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Public Hearing- -Sidewalk Repairs
Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm Walker
RESOLVED, That the public hearing on sidewalk repairs be
opened.
Carried
Robert Morrison, 127 Prospect Street, asked the Board if when
his sidewalk assessment is paid and the work is done, will
it meet city compliance .
Charles Barber responded that the work that will be done wi7.1.
definately meet city requirements 1000 . The city is planning
another contract that will repair more of his walk that will
not be under this assessment and he will not be charged for
that.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the public hearings on sidewalk repairs be
closed.
Carried
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS) a public- hearing as required by the City Charter
has been held on this 22nd day of July , 1981, to afford
property owners an opportunityto show cause why they have
not complied with a final notice to have thier sidewalks
repaired, and
,r WHEREAS, nine property owners served with final notice have
failed to comply,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be
authorized to cause. the repair of said sidewalks as reported
to the Board at the beginning of this meeting, and upon com-
pletion of such repair, certify the cost thereof to this Board
for levy against the respective properties as provided by the
City Charter.
Carried
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD:
.Penalty on Water $ Sewer Bill
Joan btundtner, BookKeeper for Belle Aire Apartments, 700
Stewart Avenue, asked for expungement of penalty of water &
sewer bill, due to its being postmarked on the 16th instead
of the 15th.
Discussion followed on the floor .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the request from Joan Stundtner, Bookkeeper
for Belle Aire Apartments, 700 Stewart Avenue, for expungerent
of penalty on water $ sewer bill be denied.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Walker - Aye
Cleveland - Aye
Schickel - Nay
Walsh - Nay
Ayes - (2)
Nays - (2)
Tie Vote
The Board will obtain a ruling from City Attorney Shapiro on
procedure for tie vote.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Cass Park Expansion
David Taube of O 'Brien and Taube Associates gave a presenta-
tion on the Cass Park expansion. He showed design drawings ,
floor plan and model . He explained what the expansion, would
do and where the changes would occur.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, a presentation by architects O'Brien Taube Associates
has been made to this Board on the proposed Cass Park lobby
expansion, and
WHEREAS, the proposed design also has the approval of the Youth
Bureau,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Board accept the
design as presented and authorize the department to receive
bids on the proposed construction.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Hillview Park Recreation Project
Robert Leathers presented plans for Hillview Park Recreation
project. He explained the background of the project; showed
design of project and explained what the project consisted of
on both upper and lower levels .
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Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, the Planning Department in coordination with architect
Robert Leathers have substantially completed final plans and
specifications for a Community Development project, namely,
Hillview Park Recreation Project, and
WHEREAS, funds are allocated through the Community Development
program for bids for this project,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be
authorized to advertise for bids on this project .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
WATER $ SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
G) Request for .P ayment--McFarlan -Johnson
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That a bill from McFarland-Johnson for professional
N services in connection with the water filtration plant- sludge
Lii study, be approved in the amount of $2, 507 . 76.
d Carried
Request to Establish Capital Account for Sewage Treatment Plant
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to establish a
capital account for the design of the proposed sewage treatment
plant in the amount of $2, 107,460; said account to be entitled,
"H890 - 98 - Design of Sewage Treatment Plant."
Carried,
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Application to NYS DOT for Overlaying Meadow Street_
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to make formal
application to the NYS Department of Transportation requesting
a capital project for 1982 for overlaying with asphalt certain
portions of Meadow Street; namely, Route 13 starting at Elmira
Road at the South and ending at Esty Street at the north , for
f the purpose of correcting drainage problems resulting from
inadequate crowning and profile.
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
G. I .A. C. --Bids
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Department be authorized to take bids on
work at the G. I .A. C. as designed and specified by architect,
Robert Boehlecke, Jr. : said work being necessary to provide
handicapped accessibility to the first floor and general
miscellaneous renovations, and said work to be funded by the
Community Development Agency.
Carried
Property Acquistion- - 229 Floral Avenue
Alfred and Freida June, the owners of property at 229 Floral
Avenue from which the structure has been removed, have offered
this property to the city for $1, 400 . The acquistion of this
property would consolidate the ownership of property in continuity
in the inlet area.
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Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works recommend to the
Common Council that this property be acquired.
Carried
Request for Payment--Vacri Construction Company
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the retainage (Approximately 5%) of Vacri
Construction Company having been held by the city for a.
period of one year as per the construction contract #2 for
the Cherry Street Industrial Park Project, now be released to
them.
Carried
Request for 'Payment- -Cortland Paving Company, Inc. ,
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That ' a bill from Cortland Paving Co. , Inc . , for
services rendered in connection with Cherry Street Industrial
Park, be approved in the amount of $10,350.
Carried
Stewart Park--Motorcycle Access
By Comm. Walsh: SecondeJ by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, a request has been received for a review regarding the
prohibition of motorcycles at Stewart Park, and
WHEREAS, the matter was discussed with the Ithaca Police Depart-
ment, — - - -
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board approve a 30-
day trial period. during which time the present prohibition on
motorcycle access to Stewart Park would be tabled and associated
signs be removed to allow the legal access and use of Stewart
' Park by motorcyclists .
Carried
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Request for Payment- -O'Brien and Taube Associates
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a bill for payment #1 from O 'Brien and Taube
Associates for professional services in connection with the
Cass Park lobby expansion design, be approved in the amount
of $4, 636 . 25.
Carried
Conrail--Acquistion of Property
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm.. Walker
WHEREAS, the City has received notification from the NYS Depart-
ment of Transportation that Consolidated Rail Corporation intends
to dispose of its railroad property on the discontinued .Ithaca
Branch right-of-way commencing at Milepost 304 . 32 (Stone Quarry
Road) to Milepost 306 (Knights Crossing) , and
j WHEREAS, Chapter 998 of the Laws of 1973 which amended Section
18 of the Transportation Law extends to all State agencies ,
transportation authorities and municipalities the preferential
right to acquire, for public purposes , abondoned railroad trans-
portation property, and
WHEREAS, a portion of said property would be needed to construct
a South Hill drainage interceptor to relieve flooding conditions
in the Elmira Road/Spencer Road area of the city, and
WHEREAS, the entire portion would lend itself to the development
of a recreation trail , and
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WHEREAS , the Town of Ithaca has already expressed that it will
exercise its preferential right in acquiring that portion of
the property in .the Town of Ithaca (the centerline of the property
generally being the City of Ithaca corporate line) , and
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Parks and Recreation has
already proposed to purchase said property,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be
authorized to notify the NYS Department of Transportation,
which is the designated State agency to administer the afore-
mentioned law, that the 'City of Ithaca does choose to exercise
its preferential right in acquiring said property, and.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Superintendent negotiate with
the Town of Ithaca and NYS Office of Parks and Recreation for
an agreement that will best meet the needs of all three parties
interested in the property.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote resulted as follows :
(� Carried
Request for- Payment--F&J Construction Company
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Walker
Q RESOLVED, That a request for payment #1 from F&J Construction
Company for services rendered in connection with the City ' s
sidewalk program, be approved in the amount of $6,772 . 18 .
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance
Committee as listed on Abstract No . 14 of the Department of
Public Works and on Abstract No . 14 of the Water and Sewer
Fund, be approved for payment.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carri-ed
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Comm. Walsh asked about the walkcycle lights . Superintendent
Kinsella will check on this to see if NYS Department of Trans-
portation has responded to Mayor Bordoni .
NEW BUSINESS :
Comm. Schickel reported that the Re-Arm Committee will be
having a family picnic , and will give the date of the picnic
at a later meeting acid that the Board is invited to attend.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5: 30 p.m.
Z,1�4�
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Jos ph A. Rundle, City Clerk �/ Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JULY 22, 1981
12173 Sig-lun Kir G2122 28.25
12174 Adelbert Hull G2122 53.49
12175 Village of Trumansburg -F-2t44 F2378 117.02
12176 Kimble Plg. & Htg. F2144 156.68
12177 Albanese Plg. F2144 628.75
12178 Village of Trumansburg Fla FR37? 78.26
12179 Christopher George Corp F2144 103.70
12180 Valentine Benedict F2144 136.85 G2122 160.65
12181 Richard Branca F2144 78.87
12182 Albanese Plg. G2122 111.62
12183 Leslie Dickens F2144 149.95 G2122 1334-51_
12184 Michael Haag F2144 149.95 G2122 133.51
12185 Ivar Jonson F2144 72.82 G2122 109.24
12186 Albanese Plg. F2650 3.96
12187 Donohue-Halverson G2650 18.01
12188 Morse Chain Co, G2120 175.00
12189 Dryden Sewer Dist 62374 617.11
12190 Town of Ithaca G2374 138.20
12191 Town of Ithaca G2374 311.21
12192 Town of Ithaca G2374 85.02
12193 Town of Ithaca G2374 104.64
12194 Town of Ithaca G2374 92.02
12195 Town of Ithaca G2374 198.37
12196 Town of Ithaca G2374 279.75
12197 Donohue Halverson F2144 4.20 G2122 2.80
12198 A. J. Eckert F2144 13.80 G2122 9.20
12199 Hull Htg. & Plg. F2144 7.80 G2122 5., 20
12200 Glenn Smith F2144 13. 20 G2122 8.80
12201 Frank Orzino F2144 16.80 G2122 11.20
12202 Kimble Plg. & Htg. F2144 19.80 G2122 13.20
12203 Fred Schwartz F2144 20.40 G2122 13.60
12204 City of Ithaca F8316-309 120.72 G8116-309 181.07
12205 City of Ithaca F8316-309 141.80 G8116-309 212.71
12206 City of Ithaca F8316-309 323.43 G8116-309 485.14
12207 City of Ithaca F8316-309 31.63 G8116-309 47.45
12208 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1721.60 68116-309 2582.41
12209 Cornell University G2120 1149.60
12210 City of Ithaca G2801 3958.20
12211 City of Ithaca G2801 575.54
12212 Eco Research Ltd. G2650 36.79
12213 City of Ithaca G2801 544. 28
TOTAL WR 4111.99 TOTAL SR 12586.79
TOTAL 16,698.78
APPROV D BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1323 Thomas Mazzotta A1710 53.18
1324 Daniel Kelsey & Estate of Muriel Ingram A1710 34.40
TOTAL 87.58
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. August:,12, 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners - (5) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel , Varricchio,
Walsh
ABSENT:
City Attorney Shapiro
Commissioner - Walker
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
City Engineer - Cox
Superintendent - Kinsella
Aldermen - Banfield, Slattery
City Planner - Sieverding
`v MINUTES:
UJ By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
< RESOLVED, That the minutes of the July 22, 1981 meeting be
Q approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Formal Appointment of Superintendent of Public Works
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
Donald A. Kinsella has passed the required Civil Service exam-
ination for the position of Superintendent of Public Works and
is therefore eligible for permanent appointment to this position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That Donald A. Kinsella be
permanently appointed to the position of Superintendent of
Public Works at an annual salary of $33 , 036, and that his appoint-
ment be made effective retroactively to July 21 , 1981 .
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Award to Jack Dougherty.
The Mayor read the following letter from American Public Works
Association:
Dear Mr. Dougherty:
It is a pleasure to inform you that you have been selected this
year as a recipient of the coveted Samuel A. Greeley Local
Government Service Award. We congratulate you on the many years
of dedicated public service for which this honor is bestowed.
The Award, which consists of an engraved certificate, will be
presented at the APWA Awards Breakfast scheduled during the
1981 International Public Works Congress and Equipment Show in
Atlanta, Georgia, 8 : 00 A.M. , Thursday, September 17 in the Phoenix
Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency Hotel . All awards recipients ,
their spouses and other accompanying members of their families
are requested to assemble at 7 : 30 A.M. in the Club Atlantis Room
of the hotel . From there you will be escorted to the breakfast .
Please indicate your attendance plans on the enclosed post card
and return it to this office as soon as possible . If you cannot
attend the Congress , your certificate will be mailed to your
Chapter for presentation. Or, if you prefer , we can send it
directly to you.
106 - 2- August 12 , 1981
We hope to see you in Atlanta !
Again, Congratulations . Sincerely,
Hugh D. Bugher
Executive Director
Letter from Allan G. Newhall
The Mayor read the following letter from Mr. Newhall :
Dear Mr. Bordoni :
I wish to thank and commend you for the prompt and effective
placement of the right "No Parking" signs recently put up at the
corner of Valley Road and East State Street . I feel quite sure
they will do much to safeguard the people of this community who
use Valley Road as a shortcut to downtown from the area south-
east of Belle Sherman School. This includes some children too .
Very Sincerely,
Allan G . Newhall
Letter from Thomas Kheel
The Mayor read the following letter sent to Mr. Ed Lynch:
Dear Mr. Lynch;
On behalf of the organizing committee of the Jim Freeman
Memorial Softball Tournament, I would like to take this oppor-
tunity to thank you for your fine co-operation regarding the
maintenance of the softball diamonds at Cass Park. I would
especially like to commend Mike Lynch for his fine work and
diligence during the long weekend. We played 60 ball games
during the two days and all went off on time and under perfect
field conditions . We could not have done this without your
assistance and advice.
Thanks again and we are looking forward to working with
you next year.
Yours Truly,
Thomas Kheel
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD:
Use of Southwest Park for "Over 30" Softball League
Alderman Banfield asked the Board to consider allowing the
"Over 30" Softball league to use 9 acres at Southwest Park for
use of their ball teams . He explained that the equipment, labor,
and materials for creating a ball field at that location were
all being donated and the "Over 30" Softball league will main-
tain the fields .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the "Over 30" Softball League be given the use
of the land at the Southwest Park under the condition that when
the city is ready to use it again or ready to reclaim it, the
"Over 30" Softball League will vacate the land.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the "Over 30 " Softball League will
be responsible for keeping the fields locked up when not in use ;
that City Attorney Shapiro will check into the matter to be cer-
tain there are legal problems , and that Superintendent Kinsella
will work out arrangements with the League .
Carried
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Meadow Street Extension and Spencer Road Traffic Problem
Alderman Slattery spoke to the Board regarding the Meadow Street
Extension and Spencer Road Traffic problem.
Comm. Cleveland commented that Frank Gombas , City Traffic Engineer ,
had done some work in this area and he was under the impression
that the situation has improved.
Alderman Slattery responded that the citizens in this area still
feel this is a dangerous area and that it needs to be looked at
again.
The matter was referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee.
PERSONNEL:
Appointment
Approval was requested for the appointment of David R. Hoaglin
as a Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at
$3. 97 per hour, effective July 29, 1981 .
Resolution
(Y) By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
N RESOLVED, The Board approves the appointment of David R. Hoaglin
Lij as a Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at
Q $3 . 97 per hour, effective July 29, 1981.
Carried
Q
WATER & SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request for Payment- -Stearns & Wheler-Wastewater Treatment
Facility
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler for
professional engineering services in connection with the design
of additions and modifications to the Wastewater Treatment Facility
through June 1981, be approved in the amount of $998 . 66 .
Carried
Request for Payment--Stearns & Wheler-Deep Shaft Biological
Treatment Plant
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns $ Wheler for
professional engineering services in connection with the Deep
Shaft Biological Treatment Plant through June 1981 , be approved
in the amount of $7 , 880 . 14 .
Carried
Request for Payment- -Stearns & Wheler-Sewer System Evaluation
Survey
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler for
professional engineering services in connection with the Sewer
System Evaluation Survey through June 1981 , be approved in the
ar,ount of $ 264: 08 .
Carried
Request for Payment- -C-I -L, Inc . , Deep Shaft Demonstration Plant
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from C-I -L, Inc . for services
performed in connection with the Deep Shaft Demonstration Plant ,
be approved in the amount of $2 , 875 . 00 .
Carried
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108 -4- August 12, 1981
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Report on Meadow Street Overlay
Comm. Walsh reported on a letter to the Board from NYS Depart-
ment of Transportation regarding the Meadow Street Overlay.
In the letter, Mr. John Powers , Regional Director of Transpor-
tation stated that the pavement condition on Meadow Street is
such that, in comparison . to other locations such a project would
have a relatively low priority . However, they will closely
monitor the Meadow Street condition so that it can be properly
considered in future programming .
PUBLIC BUILDINGS PUBLIC GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Request for Permit for Balloon Launching at Stewart Park
Comm. Schickel spoke to the Board about a letter received from
Ricky Jackson of the Liberty Balloon Company concerning a Hot
Air Balloon launch at Stewart Park.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the matter of a Hot Air Balloon Launching at
Stewart Park be referred to the Public Building, Public Grounds ,
and Parks Committee.
Carried
Request to Authorize Bid--City Hall/Ithaca Center
Resolution —�
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, , Plans and specifications have been completed on the
combined project for City Hall and Ithaca Center public area
improvements and City Hall handicapped access ,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That authorization be given
to advertise for and receive bids for said project.
Comm. Schickel asked if there were any changes since Robert
Leathers had made his presentation to the Board. ..
City Engineer Cix responded that there some changes the Board
should be aware of. One of these changes would be to replace
the sidewalk outside City Hall and the building next door.
The other change would be to improve pedestrian safety at the
intersection of Cayuga and Green Streets . The City could accomp-
lish this by building sidewalk extensions into Green Street to
shorten the time pedestrians would be in the intersection.
This would be worked into the bidding process as an alternate
and City Engineer Cox believes the State would go along with
this improvement .
Comm. Walsh and Comm. Schickel asked about what Sate Department
of Transportation is doing about walk cycle request that the
City of Ithaca made to their department .
Mayor Bordoni responded that he will be in contact with the
State Department of Transportation to find out what is being
done about the request for walk cycles .
Comm. Brown asked about financing of project if additional work is
-done. City Engineer Cox responded that because of a UDAG grant
there would be some surplus money in the capital account to
pay for additional improvements .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Request for Payment- -F&J Construction Company
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a request for payment # 2 from F&J Construction
Company for services performed in connection with the City' s
sidewalk program, be approved in the amount of $7 , 497 . 77 .
Carried
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Request for Payment- -Hovanec Builders Corporation 109
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Hovanec Builders
Corporation for service performed in connection with the
construction of the City Hall conference room, be approved in
the amount of $2, 683 . Carried
Request for Payment- -O 'Brien & Taube Associates
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from O'Brien & Taube
Associates , P . C. for professional services in connection with
the lobby addition and renovation to Cass Park, be approved
in the amount of $12, 698 . 43 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
City Engineer Cox responded to questions regarding the project .
Mayor Bordoni asked about locker room space in the new facility .
He would like to see more locker room space which would make
the facility more functional .
(r) City Engineer Cox responded that the bid specifications have
(\J gone to contractors , but the project could be altered through
LIJ a change order to partition off more existing space but not to
add more space.
Q City Engineer Cox suggested a meeting between Youth Bureau,
Public Buildings , Public Grounds and Parks Committee and represen-
tatives from any interested users of Cass Park be held to dis-
cuss design of new facility.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Meeting to Review Design of Cass Park Lobby Addition & Renovation
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That a meeting be held the week of August 17 , 1981
with the Public Buildings , Public Grounds and Parks Committee,
the Youth Bureau, Ithaca Hockey Association and any other inter-
ested users of Cass Park to look at and offer suggestions on the
Cass Park Lobby addition and renovation.
Carried
Commissioner Varricchio left the meeting at 5 : 20 P.M.
Bid- -Year 3 Neighborhood Improvements
Bids were received on August 10, 1981 for Year 3 Neighborhood
Improvements consisting of sidewalks , curb, storm drain and
asphalt concrete pavement .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a contract be awarded to the low bidder, F.G .
Campagni for the construction of sidewalks , curb, storm drain,
and asphalt concrete pavement on First, Second, Third, South
Geneva, and South Plain Streets for their total bid price of
$ 75, 150 .
Carried
Bids- - G. I .A. C.
Bids were received on August 10, 1981 for miscellaneous
alterations at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, That contract #1 be awarded to the low bidder , V.
Giordano Construction Co . for their total bid price of $15, 800 .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, That contract # 2 be awarded to the low bidder, Novarr-
Mackesey Co . for their total bid price of $14 ,423 .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
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FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 15 of the Department of Public Works
and on Abstract No. 15 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved
for payment .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered. ,. ,..
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Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Alderman Banfield asked about the letter from Dr . Speno
regarding speed zone opposite Buttermilk Falls State Park.
Superintendent Kinsella reported that City Traffic Engineer
Gombas has written to NYS Department of Transportation about
the problem, and Dr. Speno has been notified to this effect.
Comm. Schickel asked about tie vote at July 22, 1981 meeting
regarding late penalty on water bill for Belle Aire Apartments .'
Superintendent Kinsella asked that this matter be referred to
City Chamberlain for his review and recommendation.
NEW BUSINESS :
Alderman Banfield spoke to Board about complaints he has received
from people about absentee landlords who put garbage out before
garbage day.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, that the- violation of putting garbage out early
and the penalties involved be referred to the Highways ,
Street Lighting and Refuse Committee.
Carried
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works go into Executive
Session to discuss grievance.
j Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjouned at 5 : 45 P.M.
Callista F . Paolangeli , ]Yep. City Clerk Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
I - -1 Is
RON')f
0 OF PUBLIC, �,;CRKS PIRO,'E ,DINII"
A.CCUTNTS WIC IFPIVAPL-'
AUGUST 12, 1981
1323 Bettina Herbert A1710 62.01
1'�26 Omega Tau Sigma A1710 217.55
.L-,,,7 Carol Disler A1710 32.88
1328 John Rancich A1710 98.64
13
Ira Randy STaearin,,---,er A1710 16.31
TOTAL "27.39
IY 1'7 C;(YI-2,1 ETZ
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA) NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. August 26 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners (4) . - Cleveland, Schickel, Varricchio , Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Walker, Brown
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Planner - Goldwin
City Attorney - Shapiro
Dep. Controller - Cafferillo
City Engineer - Cox
Alderman - Banfield
Asst. to Supt. - Dougherty
(� Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
MINUTES :
UJ By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
< RESOLVED, That the minutes of the August 12 , 1981 meeting be approved
Q as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
COUNCIL 'LIAISON:
Alderman Ban geld reported that he had received a complaint from a
citizen, asking why the individual property owners are required
to repair their sidewalks while the sidewalk on the old YMCA site in
the downtown area is allowed to remain in poor condition.
' Mayor Bordoni explained that the condition of the property itself is
handled by the Building Commissioner, and the matter of the sidewalk
would be handled by the Department of Public Works .
PERSONNEL -
` Appointment- Junior Engineer
Supt . Kinsella requested approval of the Board for the appointment
of William Szabo as a Junior Engineer in the Engineering Division,
effective August 31 , 1981 , at a salary of $14 ,562 . 00 , subject to the
approval of the Budget and Administration Committee of 'Council .
• Resolution
By Comm, Igalsh.: Seconded by Comm, Cleveland
RESOLVED? That the Board approves the appointment of William Szabo
as a Junior Engineer in the Engineering Division, effective August 31 ,
1981 , at a salary of $14 ,562 , subject to the approval of the Budget
and Administration Committee of Council .
Carried
Appointment- --Bus Driver
Supt . Kinsella requested approval of the Board for the appointment
of Susan Zimmerman as a Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4 . 96
per hour, effective August 24 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Susan Zimmerman
as a Bus Driver in the Transit Division at $4. 96 per hour, effective
August 24 , 1981 .
Carried
Transfer- -Laborer
Supt , Kinsella requested approval of the Board for the transfer of
Michael Reynolds , Laborer in the Buildings & Grounds Division, to the
position of Laborer in the Construction & Maintenance Division at his
current salary of $3. 97 per hour, effective August 30 , 1981 .
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Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the transfer of Michael Reynolds ,
Laborer in the Buildings $ Grounds Division, to the position of
Laborer in the Construction & Maintenance Division at his current'
salary of $3. 97 per hour, effective August 30 , 1981 .
Carried
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Stearns $ Wheler Agreements
By Comm. c is el : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has applied for a grant amendment , has
been offered and has accepted the same in connection with the Deep
Shaft Biological Treatment Pilot Plant demonstration grant , and
WHEREAS, the grant amendment provides for 100% federal funding for
additional work to be done in connection with the Deep Shaft Project,
and
WHEREAS, a portion of the additional work involves additional
services by Stearns and Wheler, the Engineer for the project ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to
execute Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement Between the City of Ithaca,
New York and Stearns and Wheler, Engineers and Scientists , subject
to the approval of the City Attorney.
Carried
Bill--McFarland Johnson Engineers , Inc.
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by omm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the final invoice of McFarland Johnson Engineers , Inc.
for professional services in connection with the Water Filtration
Plant Sludge Study be approved in the amount of $2 , 783. 23 .
*See p . 6, Inspection of Plumbing InspectionCFeeied
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Bid Award-'-Striping Demonstration Project
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded y Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, a notice of award for a pavement striping demonstration
grant has been made to the Supt. of Public Works by the NYSDoT in
the amount of $14 , 105 . 20 , and
WHEREAS, it is required that the Board of Public Works authorize
and designate a City representative to sign the agreement ;
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works be authorized to
sign the agreement to complete the acceptance and procedure for this
grant award.
Carried
Award of Bid- -Snow Plow Equipment
Comm. Walsh reported that two bids were received on August 20 , 1981
for snow plow equipment . A canvass of the bid and examination of
the bid document revealed that the apparent low bidder, Hanna &
r Hamilton of Bath, N.Y. , did not for all intents and purposes comply
with the specifications published.
Resolution
By Comm. 111alsh: Seconded by Comm, Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying snow plow equipment be
awarded to the lowest qualifying bidder , Charles J. Blackwell of
Horseheads , N.Y. , for their bid in the amount of $7 , 189 . 00 .
Carried
` Presentation of West State Street Highway Project
Glen Goldwin, Planner, presented the design drawings of the proposed
public improvements along W. State Street in the target area from the
Family Medical Center to the intersection of W. State and Meadow Streets ,
reviewing the evolution of the proposal . The proposal includes
extension of curbs at the intersection of Meadow and W. State Streets ,
installation of a planter and trees and similar changes on W. State
Street toward the Commons in order that the street will relate to the
Commons . The other major portion of the contract calls for the
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installation of new trees , removal of sidewalk and re-establishment
of tree lawn in several areas . The entire design, originally presented
in early August, called for approximately $140,000 of work. The
architects have been informed that the City will be working with a
budget of approximately $100 ,000 for this project.
Mr. Goldwyn reported that most retailers , in general , are very pleased
at receiving some attention. They do stress that W. State Street is
a commercial area and is automobile oriented, and showed some concern
as to whether or not there is too much of a tree effect shaping up with
the landscaping. Suggestions have been made , and there may be some
minor changes made in the design for driveways , curb cuts , etc .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, the Board approves the concept of the proposed public
improvements along W. State Street in the target area from the
Family Medical Center at W.State and Albany Streets to the intersection
of IV. State and Meadow Streets and authorizes the Superintendent to
start the bid process .
(Y) Carried
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PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Bid Award- -Hillview Park Im rovements Project
Comm. Schic el reported that biTs were received for the Hillview Park
Improvement Project on August 17, 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded- by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for the Hillview Park Improvement project
be awarded to Sawtooth Builders for their base bid of $9 ,394 , and for
alternate No. 1 for $4,664 for a total bid amount of $14 ,058 .
r Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Bid Award--Street Trees
Comm, Sc is el reported that bids were received on August 25 , 1981
for street trees for fall planting.
Resolution
By Comm, chickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying street trees for fall
planting be awarded to Schichtel ' s Nursery, accepting alternate 2a
and 2b.
Carried
Bid Award--Roof Replacement —City Hall
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on August 25 , 1981
for the roof replacement at City Hall .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for the roof replacement at City Hall
be awarded to Stephnick Roofing Company for their low bid of
$24 , 792 . 00.
Carried
Bid Award- -Cass Park Lobby Expansion
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on August 25 , 1981
for the Cass Park lobby expansion.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, Th:A the contracts for 1) General Construction be awarded
to V. Giordano Construction for their base bid of $117 , 600; 2) Plumbing
construction be awarded to Donohue-Halverson for their low base bid
of $7 , 763; 3) Heating and Ventilating construction be awarded to
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Collins $ Walton for their base bid of $11 , 000 ; and 4) Electrical
Construction to Bear Electric for their base bid of $12 ,500 . Alter-
nates 1, 2 and 3 were declined; alternate 4 was accepted.
Discussion followed on the floor.
City Engineer Cox gave an update on the meeting held to discuss addi-
tional dressing rooms . Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be money
for these. If there is operating money available , it might be done
at a later date . x
Comm. Cleveland suggested that the Board visit Cass Park to view
the renovation area.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
City Attorney Shapiro left the meeting at 5 : 10 p.m.
Request for Rebate
Comm. Sc is el reported that a request for a rebate for a season
golf fee at the Newman Municipal Golf Course was received from Ellen
Dolkart .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, the operation of the Newman Municipal Golf Course relies on
income from greens fees and season passes to sustain the operation
and minimize the subsidy, and
WHEREAS, the season fee is very nominal in comparison to the
surrounding courses season fees ;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works deny
requests for rebates on season fees at the Newman Municipal Golf "
Course , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works amend Section
241 . 6 part A, of the Municipal Code to read: "These rates shall be
subject to change by resolution of the Board of Public Works and
shall not be refundable. "
Carried
Recommendation re : Property Disposition
By Comm. Sc is el : Seconded y Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, a request has been received from a city resident , Mr. Varney,
to acquire a portion of the property owned by the City of Ithaca,
namely, 1025-27 East State Street , and
WHEREAS, the Superintendent has determined that said property is in
excess of departmental needs ;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approve the
sale of this property and recommend accordingly to the Common Council
the sale of said property under the following stipulations :
1 . That the property be subdivided into two separate parcels to
allow for the two adjacent property owners to acquire area
adjacent to their properties .
2 . That any portions of the properties used for off-street parking
be improved by the buyer within one year of sale by the City, in
accordance with plans prepared by the buyer and approved by the
Building Commissioner, City Engineer and the Department of
Planning and Development , which plans shall
a. follow as closely as practicable the regulations for private
and neighborhood parking areas in residential districts , as
specified in Sec . 30 . 37B of the City Code ,
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b. provide for as much separation as practicable between parking
spaces and property right-of-way lines,
c. be based on an accurate survey of the site , including the
topographic data adequate to evaluate the feasibility of the
proposed improvements , and
d. indicate the location of easements and access necessary for
maintenance of the major drainage channel on the property.
3. That the City retain the right to repurchase the property, or to
extend the period for making improvements specified above , if such
improvements are not completed within one year of sale ; such re-
purchase to be at the original price of sale by the City, adjusted
as appropriate to account for any physical damage or City-approved
improvement to the property which takes place in the interim.
4. Any conditions felt necessary by the Department of Public Works for
access to the drainage structure and channel for maintenance and
repair..
� Carried
N FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Ld Au it
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
Q as listed on Abstract No . 16 of the Department of Public Works and on
Abstract No. 16 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment .
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Bid Award--Painting of Seneca treet Garage
` Comm. Cleveland reported that bids were received on August 25 , 1981
for painting the Seneca Street Parking Garage.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the contract for painting the Seneca Street Parking
Garage be awarded to V. Giordano Construction for their low bid of
$5, 840. 00.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
American Public Works Association Award
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
WHEREAS, an employee of the Department of Public Works of the City
of Ithaca has been notified by the American Public Works Association
as being the recipient of a nationally recognized award to be
presented at its September conference in Atlanta, Georgia, and
WHEREAS , the award represents a significant milestone and a high
point in the career of a dedicated employee of the City of Ithaca,
with over 30 years of service to the City, and
WHEREAS, this award to a City employee reflects well on the employee
and the City of Ithaca, New York , and is a unique honor to the
Department of Public Works ;
THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works endorses
and approves the attendance of Mr . John Dougherty at the conference
to receive this once-in-a-lifetime honor, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded
to the Budget and Administration Committee of the Common' Council for
their review and approval .
Carried
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Resolution of Appreciation
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, The Board expresses appreciation to the Rearm Committee
for the excellent job they did in planning the employee 's annual
picnic.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 30 p .m.
Callista F. Paolangeli , Dep. Clerk "Raymond Bor oni , Mayor
*Inspection of Plumbing Ins ection Fee
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded y Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, the Board approves expungement of plumbing inspection fee
on Bill #11651 ' in the amount of $4 . 00, owed by Norman Grant . The
fee has been paid on a different invoice .
Carried
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
AUGUST 26, 1981 •
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12214 Arnold R:'.inor G2122 28.25
12215 James & Lois Rider G2122 28.25 '
12216 William & 8ita Gray G2122 • 28.54
12217 Angela Driscoll F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
12218 Joseph Spano F2144 202,84 G2122 304.26
12219 Jason Fane F2144 877.18
12220 A. J. Eckert Co., Inc. F2144 162.53
12`12;. Streeter Assoc. F2140 21.16
1:222 t!illiaia & Deanna Lynch F2144 64.66
F2142 18.74 •
12223 Sonrc, rna Sales, Inc. F2144 38.81 G2122 41.53 •
12224 Sonbyrne Sales, Inc. F2144 72.61 G2122 75.33
12225 2onbyrne Sales, Inc. F2144 185.63 G2122 265.51
12226 Dick Weber Plg. Contractor F2650 4.82
12227 Donohue-Halverson, Inc. F2650 124.59
12226 Lynn itughstou F2144 29.40 G2122 19.60
1222 R. iorusty F2144 27.60 G2122 18.40
13230 Fred Schwartz F2144 4.80 02122 3.20
12231 Glenn Smith F2144 25.20 G2122 16.80
12232 R. Weber F2144 15.60 G2122 10.40
TOW 1885.17 TOTAL 846.07
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TOTAL $2731.24
E.PPROV:!.sa BY FINANCE COPII$ MME •
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1330 firs. Edwin Townsend A1710 77.84
1331 Kathleen Rancich A1710 67.83
1332 Claire iiarie Nagel A1710 50.88
TOTAL 196.55
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS i l
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P .M. September 9, 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners - (4) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel , Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (2) - Varricchio, Walker
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Attorney - Shapiro
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
Superintendent - Kinsella
Alderman - Banfield
(� City Engineer - Cox
Planner - Sieverding
MINUTES:
Q By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the August 26, 1981 meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Intermunicipal Sewage Treatment Plant
Mayor Bordoni extended an invitation to the Water and Sewer Committee
and other Board members to attend a September 9, 1981 , meeting of the
Intermunicipal Sewage Treatment Plant which will take place in Common
Council Chambers . He stated that this is one more meeting in a series
of meetings that have taken place over the past two years or more. It
is an information meeting where, hopefully, the Town representatives ,
the Town Supervisor, City Council people, interested staff people from
the City, and others that are involved will be present to exchange
comments and ask questions and perhaps find out in which direction the
City is heading .
PERSONNEL :
Appointment
Approval was requested for the appointment of Jon M. McGarrigle as a
Laborer in the Buildings and Grounds Division at $3 . 97 per hour,
effective August 31, 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the apointment of Jon M. McGarrigle
as a Laborer in the Buildings and Grounds Division at $3 . 97 per hour ,
effective August 31 , 1981 .
Carried
Appointment
Approval was requested for the appointment of Willie Thomas , Jr. as a
Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at $3 . 97 per hour ,
effective September 13 , 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Willie Thomas , Jr.
as a Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at $3 .97 per
hour, effective September 13, 1981 .
Carried
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Leave of Absence
Approval was requested for the granting of leave of absence from
September 15 to November 15, 1981 , to James Bower of the Water and
Sewer Division, who is completing his program related to the Deep Shaft
Biological Treatment Plant trouble shooting and on-line operation of
a similar system under the auspices of Eco Research.
` Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the granting of a leave of absence
from September 15 to November 15, 1981, to James Bower of the Water
and Sewer Division, who is completing his program related to the Deep
Shaft Biological Treatment Plant trouble shooting and on-line operation
of a similar system under the auspices of Eco Research.
Carried
WATER $ SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Request for Payment - Stearns & Wheler - Deep Shaft Biological
Treatment Plant
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That an invoice from Stearns. & Wheler for professional engineer-
ing services performed in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological
Treatment Plant through July, 1981, be approved in the amount of
$11,437. 93.
Carried
Request for Payment - Eco Technology, C-1-L, Inc . - Deep Shaft
Biological Treatment Plant
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That an invoice from Eco Technology, C-I -L, Inc . for services
performed in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant
through July 19 , 1981, be approved in the amount of $22 , 273 . 20 .
Carried
HIGHWAYS , STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
R. Davis Cutting Request_
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, That a revokable permit be granted to. R._ Davis Cutting to
develop the parking lot on a portion of the Elmira Road right of way in
accordance with the drawing entitled "Pizza Hut Parking Improvements"
and dated August 25, 1981 .
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS , GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE:
Request or Strip of Land - Richard Virgil
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
WHEREAS, a request has been made by Attorney Stolp regarding property
owned by one Mr . Virgil who owns property at 307 North Meadow Street,
requesting the purchase of or an easement from the City of a strip of
land 15 feet wide and 45 feet long , situated at the north end of our
City property at the corner of West Buffalo and North Meadow Street, and
WHEREAS , this strip of land would serve as a driveway and/or an off-
street parking area to serve 307 North Meadow Street , and
WHEREAS , it is recommended by the Superintendent of Public Works that
this land be necessary for the City for future use as a storage and/or
working area for loading and unloading equipment ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That a revokable , non-exclusive permit
for the use of this property be authorized to be issued by the Superin-
tendent and that an annual fee of $ 25. 00 be stipulated for this permitted
use, and that the owner be notified that this revokable permit, if issued
and accepted, may be cancelled without cause upon thirty day ' s prior
notification.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Bid - Ithaca Center Improvements Project
Bids were received on September 8, 1981 , for the Ithaca Center Improve-
ment Project.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the contract for the Ithaca Center Improvement Project
be awarded to V. Giordano Construction for its base bid of $164 ,600 ;
Item # 2 - City Hall Access Ramp, $28 , 200; Item #5 - Screen Walls , $7 ,000;
Item #7 - Green Street Apron, a deduction of $9,000; and for a deduction
of $3,800 for the omission of the automatic door revision in the access
ramp alternates; and for the inclusion of snow melting mats in the access
ramp alternate of .$2,000; making the total contract amount of $189,000.
Discussion followed on the floor.
0I Planner Herman Sieverding explained to the Board some of the specifics
(Y) of the project. City Engineer Cox also explained some of the alternates
( J of the project and both Planner Sieverding and Engineer Cox answered
JjJ questions asked by the Board members . Comm. Schickel asked for a report
Q on the status of the walk-cycle changes that are tied in with the project .
Q Supt. Kinsella reported to the Board that two members of the Department
of Transportation had visited the City on August 21, 1981, to review the
walk-cycle situation and provide recommendations . Nothing further has
been heard from the Department of Transportation. Supt . Kinsella said
that the DoT is short handed at this time because of all the on-going
projects to be considered and he will go to Syracuse to try and get
some answers .
C A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No. 17 of the Department of Public Works and on
Abstract No. 17 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING , TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Northeast Transit Contract
Comm. Cleveland stated that the contract with the Northeast Transit
System had expired on May 31, 1981 , and the Board would like to approve
retroactively to August 29, 1981 , an extension of that agreement and
authorizing the Mayor to sign it .
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
WHEREAS, negotiations have been carried forth with representatives of
the Northeast Transit System, and
WHEREAS, the proposed agreement commencing August 31 , 1981 , through
May 31 , 1982 , contains provision for increased round trip service from
five to nine trips per day, and
WHEREAS, increased revenues resulting in decreased subsidies would hope-
fully result from this change in figuring;
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NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approve
retroactively to August 29, 1981, the aforementioned agreement and its
signing by the Mayor for forwarding to the respective agencies .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried
Motorcycles - Stewart Park
On July 22, 1981, the Board approved a 30-day trial period of allowing
motorcycle access in Stewart Park,
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That this trial period of allowing motorcycle access in
Stewart Park be extended to the end of 1981 .
Carried
NEW BUSINESS :
Intermunici al Sewage Treatment Plant Meeting
Mayor Bordoni again extended an invitation_ to the Board members and
especially the Water and Sewer Committee, to attend a September 9 , 1981
meeting of the Intermunicipal Sewage Treatment Plant. He specifically
mentioned Comm. Cleveland because he had played an important part in the
first stages of the project. The meeting will begin at 7 : 30 and both
Town and City representatives will be present to discuss the progress
that has been made.
Removal of Traffic Lights
Comm. Cleveland asked that Traffic Engineer Gombas be requested to
investigate the possibility of the removal of traffic lights at the
Tioga and Green Street and State and Green Street intersections . Supt.
Kinsella reported that a recommendation had been made that the lights
be replaced with yield signs and perhaps this could be done when work is
being done in connection with Center Ithaca . However, the Supt . mentioi
ed that any change would require Department of Transportation approval
and that he would look into the matter.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Sch.ickel
RESOLVED, That the matter of removal of the traffic _light at Tioga
and Green Street and also the traffic light at State and Green Streets
be referred to Supt. of Public Works Kinsella and Traffic Engineer
Gomb_as for study and recommendations .
Carried
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 5: 25 P .M.
Callista F .- Paolangeli , Dep . City Clerk Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 121
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 :00 P.M. September 23 , 1981
PRESENT :
Mayor Bordoni
Commissioners (4) - Schickel, Cleveland , Varricchio , Walker
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Brown, Walsh
Alderman (1) - Banfield
OTHERS PRESENT :
City Controller - Spano
Asst. Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst . to Supt . - Dougherty
City Engineer - Cox
City Attorney - Shapiro
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
Dep. City Clerk - Paolangeli
MINUTES :
By Comm. Cleveland : Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the September 9, 1981 meeting be
(� approved as recorded by the':Deputy; City Clerk.
Carried
Q HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Q Change in Board of Public Works Regulations
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS', a significant number of residential and commercial property
owners are not complying with current regulations in effect regarding
the placement of refuse pickup and the preparation of that refuse
properly placed for pickup in accordance with existing regulations ,
and
WHEREAS , this refuse not placed properly results in unsightliness ,
littering, and is a source of many complaints, and
WHEREAS , this problem reduces the effectiveness of the sanitation
crews in completing their rounds on a scheduled basis , and further
results in additional costs and delays in the accomplishment of the
objectives of the Department of Public Works , i.e. , the timely pickup
of refuse acceptable for collection;
IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED, That Chapter 272 , GARBAGE, TRASH AND WEEDS
of the Board of Public Works Regulations be amended as follows :
New paragraph:
Section 272 . 9
D. Service Charges
a. Charges shall be levied against property owners for the
non-scheduled pickup by the Department of Public Works of
items acceptable for collection that do not conform to the
method of placement indicated under paragraph B . The
charges shall be as follow:
Single family dwelling . . . . . . . . . . $15 . 00 per pickup
Two-family dwelling . . . . . . . . . . . . $20. 00 per pickup
Multi-residential . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25 . 00 per pickup
Commercial or other . . . . . . . . . . . . $30. 00 per pickup
b. Such charges levied shall be levied in accordance with the
City of Ithaca Charter , SEction 5 . 33 .
Carried
PUBLIC BUILDINGS , GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
New York State Department of Transportation Proposal
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the proposal from the NYSDoT for the disposal of dredge
material in Cass Park and at a site in the Third Street yard be
accepted , subject to approval of the City Attorney as to form of the
agreement , and subject to the recommendation of Stearns & Wheler as to
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the advisability of filling at the Third Street yard which is adjacent
to the proposed sewage treatment plant .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as- follows :
Carried
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit "
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 18 of the Department of Public Works and on kr_
Abstract No. 18 of the Water and Sewer .Fund, be approved for payment .
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried
PARKING, TRAFFIC & TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Discussion of Metered Parking Rates
Supt . Kinsella that the staff has been reviewing the use of curb
parking meters in -the downtown:"area .around the parking lots . The
study reveals." a disparity between value and available alternatives .
The parking garages ' cost is 15C per hour in those protected . areas,
and the parking meters cost 104� per hour. He suggested that the
Board consider raising the cost of metered parking to equal that in
the garages, or possible a little more, thereby encouraging people
to use' th.e parking garages rather than the meters .
Discussion followed concerning modification to the meters , if possible,
and the cost of the conversion. The staff will continue working on
the matter, along with the ad hoc committee of businessmen and council .
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS :
Walk Cycle
City Engineer Cox reported that he had met with the regional NYSDoT
engineer the previous week and requested the schedule of the installa-
tion of walk cycle at certain intersections in the city. He was told
that he should receive a definite answer within a couple of weeks .
Supt . Kinsella will continue to keep in contact with the Department
of Transportation.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4 : 30 p .m.
Callista F. Paolangeli, D p . City Clerk Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
SEPTEMBER 23, 1981
12233 Ithaca College G2122 122.53
12234 George Apgar G2122 28.54
12235 Ithaca City Schools G2122 28.54
12236 Ithaca City Schools G2122 57.08
12237 Susan M. Allen F2144 9.00 G2122 -6.00
12238 Shano, Inc. F2144 62. 20 G2122 41.47
12239 Wilcox Press F2144 135.11
12240 Warren Real Estate F2144 331.75
12241 Irene L. Lowery G2122 84.41
12242 Groff Assoc. G2122 55.59
12243 Jeffrey Auble F2144 285.17 G2122 215.13
12244 Anthony Ceracche Jr. F2144 74.10
12245 Tabernacle Church F2144 117.66 G2122 117.39
12246 City of Ithaca G2650 114.66
12247 John Sensebaugh F2650 12.80
12248 Cornell University G2120 26930.06
12249 Albanese plumbing F2144 10.20 G2122 6.80
12250 City of Ithaca F8316-309 36. 26 G8116-309 54.38
12251 City of Ithaca F8316-309 144.48 68116-309 216.71
12252 City of Ithaca F8316-309 331.82 G8116-309 497.74
12253 City of Ithaca F8316-309 29.50 G8116-309 44.25
12254 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1470.42 G8116-309 2205.64
12255 City of Ithaca F8316-309 48.11 68116-309 72.17
12256 City of Ithaca F8316-309 106.51 68116-309 159.76
12257 City of Ithaca F8316-309 291.12 G8116-309 436.68
12258 City of Ithaca F8316-309 21.03 G8116-309 31.54
12259 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1321.92 G8116-309 1982.88
12260 Ithaca Center Assoc. F2144 6557.29 913.57
TOTAL WR 11396.45 TOTAL SR 34423.52
TOTAL $45,819.97
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1334 Guy Naylor & Flora Cross A1710 36.38
1335 Est. of Arthur Burke A1710 40.95
77.33
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 123
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P .M. October 14 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (6) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel , Varricchio, Walker,
Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
City Engineer - Cox
City Attorney - Shapiro
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Dep. Controller - Cafferillo
Alderman - Banfield
MINUTES:
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That .the Minutes of the September 23, 1981 meeting be
07) approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
(y) Carried Unanimously
C�J COMMUNICATIONS:
W Mayor Bordoni read the following two letters received in his office :
Q
Q "October 7, 1981
Dear Ray:
Just a note to thank you for getting action on the several items
mentioned in my recent letters . The "Y" lot looks fine , also Cayuga
and Farm and in the 1000 block of Cayuga.
A number of cars are now stopping behind the pedestrian lines on
Cascadilla Street...;- so all is well . Thank you very much for your
prompt attention.
Eddie Moore"
"October 6 , 1981
Your Honor, Mayor Bordoni
This in reference to my letter of 9/10/81 in which I requested repair
to our curbing. As this work was completed 5 days after you received
our letter, I. wish to take this opportunity to thank you for the prompt
service we received after informing you of our problem. It is very
gratifying to have someone who has the insight to recognize a
dangerous condition and have it corrected.
As Mr. Don Slattery was also very cooperative , I hope that we can at
some future date support the City .
Thanking you again.
Richard H. Kopp"
COUNCIL LIAISON' S REPORT :
Request for 'Street Lighting
Alderman Banfield presenteU the following letter-petition to the Board:
"September 28 , 1981
Mr. Rudolph M, Saccucci
512 West Court Street
Westmount Drive is a city street , but there are no street lights in
the immediate area. The area is dark at night , and the residents
feel unsafe . In the past three years there have been several robberies
either on , or near Westmount Drive . We feel the installation of
street lights would greatly reduce the possibility of further such
crimes .
Yours truly ,
The residents of the Westmount Drive Neighborhood"
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Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the petition signed by the residents of Westmount Drive
neighborhood, requesting street lighting, be referred to the Highways ,
Street Lighting and Refuse Committee.
Carried Unanimously
PERSONNEL:
A�ointment - Harry Kozerski
Supt . Kinsella requested approval of appointment of Harry Kozerski as
a Laborer in the Buildings and Grounds Division at $3. 97 per hour,
effective October S . 1981 .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Harry Kozerski
as a Laborer in the Buildings and Grounds Division at $3. 97 per hour,
effective October 5 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Promotion Mary Barrett
Supt . Kinsella requested approval of promotion of Mary Barrett to
Senior Stenographer in the Superintendent ' s office at $5 . 26 per hour,
effective October 19, 1981 .
Resolution
Byyomm:Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the promotion of Mary Barrett to
Senior Stenographer in the Superintendent ' s office at $5 . 26 per hour,
effective October 19 , 1981 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
A� pp�pointment Brian Mitchell
Supt. Kinsella requested approval of appointment . of Brian Mitchell
as a Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at $3 . 97 per
hour, effective October 19 , -4-9811 .
` Resolution
By Comm. Walsh.: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Brian Mitchell
as a_ Laborer in the Construction and Maintenance Division at $3 . 97 per
h-our, effective October 19, 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Request for Payment--Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns $ Wheler for professional
services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment plant
through August 1981 be approved in the amount of $8 ,651 . 25 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment- -Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel ,
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler for profession<
services in connection with the design of the Wastewater Treatment
Plant through July and August 1981 be approved in the amount of $691 . :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment- -C- I -L , Inc,
By Comm, Brown: Seconded y Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a payment request from C<I -L, Inc. for services in
connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant through
August 16 , 1981 be approved in the amount of $12 , 771 . 06 .
Discussion followed on the floor. City Engineer Cox presented an
update on the project .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND- REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Request tor Payment F. G'. Cam agni"Constructi-on Co .
By Comm. Walsh: SeconUed by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from F. G. Campagni Construction
Company for services in connection with the construction of the Year
3 Neighborhood Improvements project be approved in the amount of
$269029. 15 to be paid out of Community Development funds.
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS 'COMMITTEE :
Bids - Trees for Cherry Street
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on October 6 , 1981 for
furnishing trees for Cherry Street .
Resolution
By Comm. chickel : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing trees for Cherry- Street be
awarded as follows, and paid for w=ith Community Development funds :
Item #1 Schichtel Nursery. . . . . . . . . . $ 641 . 70
Item #3 Agway. . . . . . . t .. . . 1 ,377 ! 00
Item #4 Schichtel Nursery-, . . . . . . . . . 921 . 00
(� Alternate #2 . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 . 00
01 Carried Unanimously
W Request for Payment - V. Giordano` Coristructiori '&, Supply`, Inc.
By Comm. c i.c el ; Seconded by Comm. Walker
Q RES50LVED9 That payment request Al from 'V. Giordano Construction $
Supply, Inc . for services in connection with. the general construction
of the Cass Park lobby expansion be approved in the amount of
$ 25 , 203. 50.
Carried Unanimously
Request Tor' ?'aymeiit V.'- Giordano 'Consstructibn .&-, Sully, Inc.
By Comm. Schl,ckel ; Se' coed y Comm. Cleveland
P RESOLVED, That a ,final payment request from V. Giordano Construction
$ Supply, Inc. fox services in connection with the cleaning and
painting of the Seneca Street Parking Garage , be approved in the amount
of $531840. 00 .
Discussion followed on the `f�obr. Comm. Varricchio inquired about
repair of risers , and was told by City Engineer Cox that it will be
looked into.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
'-Bids' �`'Wes't, S'ta'te- S'treet'--1 p'roVesuents
om�m" Sch.ickel reported that bids were received on October 13 , 1981
for West State Street Improvements .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the contract for West State Street Improvements be
awarded to the low bidder, McLane of Elmira, for their base bid of
$84 ,600 and for Alternate #1 , add $4 , 500 , for a total bid price of
$ 89 ,100 to be paid out of Community Development funds .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment '0'Brie'n-Taub'e Associates
By Comm. Schic el : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a payment request from O 'Brien-Taube Associates for
professional services in connection with the design and construction
of the Cass Park lobby expansion through September 6 , 1981 , be
approved in the amount of $2 , 215 . 62 ,
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE , ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 19 of the Department of Public Works and on
Abstract No . 19 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
i
126 -4- October 14 , 1981
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMIlIITTEE :
Removal of Traffic Lights
Comm. Cleveland reported on the investigation of the possibility of
removing traffic lights at State and Green and Tioga and Green Streets.
He referred to letters (included in the agenda) from Traffic Engineer
Gombas and Police Chief Herson on the subject .
Discussion followed on the floor. Supt . Kinsella and City Attorney
Shapiro responded to questions .
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the subject of the possibility of removing traffic
lights at State and Green and Tioga and Green Streets be referred to
the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for further study and
recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
'Request forExpun ement of Penalty on Water Bill
Comm. Cleveland referred to a letter from the Bel-Aire Apartments re.
the request for expungement of penalty on water bill . The matter was
discussed at the July 22 , 1981 meeting of the Board of Public Works .
Resolution
By Comm, leveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the request for expungement of penalty on water bill
from the Bel-Aire Apartments be denied.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
' Ayes (S) - Brown, Varricchio, Cleveland, Walsh, Walker
Nay. (1) - Schickel
Carried
` 1
Comm, Cleveland reminded Ci y 'Attorney Shapiro that on July 22 , 1981
a tie vote occurred in a meeting which Comm. Schickel chaired, in the
absence of Mayor Bordoni . He asked for a ruling on whether the Vice
Chairman is allowed to vote to break a tie after he has already voted
on the resolution,
City Attorney Shapiro ruled that , in the absence of the Mayor to chair
the meeting, and the Vice Chairman chairs the meeting , he is allowed
a vote as commissioner and a vote as chairman in the case of a tie vote.
He cautioned, however, that on amatter of great importance it would be
advisable to hold it over until the next meeting.
Green 'gtteet Walk Light
Comm, Walsh asked Supt . Kinsella what the status of the Green Street
walk light is , Supt . Kinsella responded that a meeting is set for
October 21 , 1981 , at which time the walk light will be discussed. He
wi-11 bring back a final recommendation as a result of that meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
enter t aca
Comm. Brown asked for a progress report on Center Ithaca. Mayor
Bordoni responded that a weekly or bi-weekly press release had been
keeping the media informed. The developer would like to say it would
be ready for the opening on November 1 , but cannot . However, it is
still hoped that it will be open for the holiday shopping season.
Intersections- -Farm, Lincoln & Cayuga Streets
Alderman Ban field requested update on what is being done about the
intersections at Farm Street and Lincoln & Cayuga Streets . Comm.
Cleveland reported that this item is still in committee .
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Executive Session
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Board, Supt . Kinsella and Mayor Bordoni adjourn
into Executive Session at the end of the regular meeting for the
purpose of discussing a personnel matter.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4 : 50 p.m.
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Calli.sta F. Pao angels , ep . City Cler � �oV/Raymon Bor oni. , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
OCTOBER 14,1981
1337 New York State Electric & Gas Corp A2560 170.00
1338 Ithaca City School Dist. A2220 11,069.38
TOTAL 11,239.38
iPPROYE,p BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P .M. October 28 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (5) - Brown, Schickel , Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Cleveland
Council Liaison - Banfield (Excused)
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Kinsella
Asst . to Supt . - Dougherty
City Controller - Spano
City Attorney - Shapiro
City Engineer - Cox
Dep. City Controller - Cafferillo
Personnel Administrator - Collins
Dep. City Clerk Paolangeli
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Co MINUTES:
(v By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the October 14, 1981 meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
� Carried Unanimously
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STAFF REPORTS:
Superinteri ent' s Report
` Report on Energy Briefing
Supt . Kinsella presented the following description of the status of main
topics of concern now in the department regarding energy conservation:
"1. Construction $ Maintenance Division Facility
I have initiated, with P. Cox, City Engineer, and J. Dougherty,
Asst. to the Supt:
'a program to evaluate , through a preliminary design,
the economics of an alternative heating system using natural gas and
infra-red units . This proposal will be developed over the winter months .
During the original construction of the maintenance facility natural gas
was not available for heating purposes . We are coordinating with NYSE&G
people for budgetary figures to bring natural gas service to the facility.
2 . ' Green Street Parking Garage Lighting
We have installed three low-pressure sodium fixtures on an
experimental basis on the second level of that facility to evaluate by
comparison operational characteristics , as opposed to fluorescent
fixtures already installed as a control group . We will measure light
intensity distribution and power consumption, along with the minimum
recommendation for illumination for that activity and the subjective
input derived from personal field observation and contacts with users
of the facility.
3. Street Lighting
An inventory was conducted by the Engineering Division under
the leadership of Robert Dingman in the early 70 ' s on all street light
fixture units in the City , including a compilation of all NYSE&G energy
accounts . Charles Barber of the Engineering Division was assigned this
project and we are now, with the City Engineer, planning an update of
that inventory with the objective in mind of substantiating minimum
lighting availability and verification of lumen output for street lights .
The overall objective is to determine the benefit costs of the existing
lighting system and its appropriateness for each specific area in the
City.
4 . City all
With the considerable help of the Purchasing Department we are
obtaining quotations , for budgetary purposes only, for storm window or
its equivalent units for the 130+ windows in City Hall . These figures
will give us a feel for a return on investment and allow us to make
specific recommendations for a capital project.
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S . State Energy Office Programs
The City Engineer has in the past , and is now coordinating an
energy audit program with the State Energy Office . This program has
recently been funded by the State of New York for its activation. We
will be pursuing that actively.
6. Central Fueling Facility
With the valuable input and support of the Purchasing Department,
we have obtained sufficient information regarding fuel dispensing systems
to provide both security, accountability, and a more effective program
that will result in reduction in petroleum fuel consumption by vehicles
in the City, reduce clerical time for accounting purposes and increase
the availability of fleet operational data on all City-owned equipment.
This system has been requested in the 1982 budget and is tentatively
approved to date . The Engineering Division is designing the tank, addi-
tional tank storage installation and the control hardware for the system."
Investigation re Allegations bf Work Rule Violations in the Department
of Public Works',* Specifically Alcohol Consumption During Working Hours
Supt. Kinsella presented the following report :
"During the latter part of June 1981, a former employee of the
Department of Public Works who was attempting to receive approval for
unemployment benefits, threatened me with complete exposure of the
Department of Public Works and that he would "blow the lid" off the
department by contacting the Ithaca Journal to expose the wrongdoings
in the department . I did not relent to that pressure and decided to
confront this issue face to face in a public forum. After hearing the
allegations I conducted,an internal investigation consisting of inter-
views , conversations and personal inspection of vehicles , facilities
and crew activities , and, as an adjunct to that investigation and a
necessary part of it, was the process of the judicial procedure in-
volving the hearing. I concluded that there have been work rule
violations, specifically consumption of alcohol on limited occasions by
a very few employees during working hours , It is not pervasive in the
department. This . work rule has -been enforced in the past and will
continue to be, enforced more stringently in the future .
Specific personnel actions have been taken by me of a disciplinary
nature to penalize violators of this rule .
The notoriety resulting from these accusations , the discussion by
other parties of the litigation of these matters during the judicial
procedure, prejudiced the city' s position considerably and contributed
to the demeaning of the whole staff as I believe was the purpose of the
action.
I concur with the findings of the administrative law judgment . If
anything, it was a shallow victory. I believe the City, through its
granting of a leave-of-absence for a former employee for rehabilitation
purposes , demonstrated extremely good faith. I believe in the integrity
of the department employees and am sure they feel as I do. There is
always room for improvement in any endeavor.
In summary, we have been, are now and will continue to reinforce
the rules of work for the department . "
Meeting Dates for November .. .,
Supt . Kinsella. requested that the regular meeting dates of November 11
and November 2S be changed to November 10 and 24 because the 11th falls
on Veterans Day, a legal holiday; and the 2Sth falls on the day prior
to the Thanksgiving holiday recess .
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the meeting dates of the Board of Public Works , for the
month of November, be changed to November 10 and November 24 .
Carried Unanimously
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WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Proposal from Malcolm Pirnie; Int.'--Water Fil't`ra,t1on' -P1-ant
City Engineer Cox reported on the sludge problem at t E7' iltration Plant ,
the subsequent interviews with two different engineering firms asking
basically for proposals on what we might do in the way of a study- of
what our long-range plans might be prior to going further. Such a pro-
posal was received from Malcolm Pirnie, Inc.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, That the Board accepts the report of Malcolm Pirni.e , Inc., for
engineering services for long-term planning at the Water Fi.ltrati.on
Plant.
Carried Unanimously
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That City Engineer Cox is -directed to proceed with th.e project,
G) subject to the approval of the Common Council .
Carried Unaniimously,
N Request for Payment -Ste'ar)ls '$* Wheler
LLJ By Comm. rown: Seconde y Comm., Walker
Q RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns $ Wheler for engineering
Q' services in connection with the sewer system evaluation survey through
the end of' August ,1981 ' be appr-oved' in 'the amount of $1 ,422 . 31.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment- -Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns $ Wheler for engineering
services in connection with the sewer system evaluation survey through
July 1981 be approved in the amount of $431.60 .
Carried Unanimously
USEPA Grant Offer
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to accept a USEPA grant
offer (amendment #2 to our Step 1 grant) which will provide for the
Federal �sh.are of the total cost to establish an industrial pre-treatment
Program and mapping of environmentally sensitive areas in the sewer
planning area.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment--Stearns $ Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconde by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns & Wheler for engineering
services in connection with the industrial pre-treatment program from
March through August 1981 be approved in the amount of $2 , 296 . 47 .
Carried Unanimously
Deep Shaft Pilot Plant
City Engineer Cox reported on the Deep Shaft Demonstration Project which
has been underway for approximately two years and which was recently
terminated, and closed down at the end of August . Stearns & Wheler will
be preparing a full-scale report on a complete evaluation of the process ,
and that report is due in February 1982 . In the meantime Mr. Cox asked
Stearns & Wheler to provide an interim evaluation of the process . He
received the report, assessing the deep shaft and relating it to full-
scale use in the City of Ithaca.
The conclusions of the interim report are that the process did not meet
the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation's effluent requirements
for biological oxygen and suspended solids which are the two prime things
looked at when talking effluent quality. Mr. Cox read the recommendations
of Stearns & Wheler to the Board.
Authorization for Emergency Purchase
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That authorization be granted to purchase on an emergency
basis , two additional 16" check valves for use at the Sewage Treatment
Plant' s main pump station.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Purchase of Ferric Chloride
Comm. Brown reported that Monarch Chemical , low bidder for Ferric Chloride ,
is temporarily out of stock of this product. We need to satisfy current
requirements for this chemical .
Resolution
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the department be authorized to place an order for ferric
chloride with the second lowest bidder of this chemical .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Expungement of Bill #12184
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board expunge bill #12184 to Mr. Michael Haag for
cutting off water and sewer services in the street at 527 E. Buffalo
Street when the house was moved. A new bill has been included in
today' s audit for the new owner (Sonbyrne Sales , Inc.) .
Carried Unanimously
Minority Business Enterprises- -New Sewage Treatment Plant
By Comm, Brown: Seconded y Comm. Varricc io
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has established a goal of loo involvement
by Minority Business Enterprises in connection with the Step 2 design
of the new Sewage Treatment Plant, and
WHEREAS, the final negotiated cost for two different Minority Business
Enterprises being employed in connection with the design is lower than
had been anticipated thus leaving a shortfall in meeting our goal , and
WHEREAS , the prime consultants , Stearns & Wheler, have been able to .
negotiate with a subcontractor for certain of the design services with
a Minority Business Enterprise engineering firm;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized
to execute amendment #1 to the Stearns & Wheler design agreement which
under Section 5 . 1 . 1 would add costs of $62 ,429 and would add professional
fees of $1 ,575 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment--Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns $ Wheler for engineering
services Cdrawings and specifications) in connection with the design and
additions and modifications to the wastewater treatment facility through
September 1981 be approved in the amount of $4 , 930 . 33 .
Carried Unanimously
Re nest for Payment- -Stearns Wheler
By Comm. Brown : Secon ed by Comm. tiValker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns $ Wheler for engineering`'
services (7ninoTkty business enterprises program) in connection with the
design , and additions and modifications to the wastewater treatment
facility through September 1981 be approved in the amount of $269 . 84 .
Carried Unanimously
'\-'Request, .for Payment- -St'e•arns' &` Wheler
By Comm, , Brown : SecondeU--Ey Comm, Ivalker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stearns & Wheler for engineering
services (geotechnical services) in connection with the design and
additions and modifications to the wastewater treatment facility through
September- 1981 be approved in the amount of $348 . 25 .
Carried Unanimously
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HIGHWAYS , STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Reclassi ication of Stone Quarry Roa
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, the process of reviewing the Federal Aid Highway Systems 1980
and 1990 Highway Functional Classification and 1980 and 1990 Urban
Areas occurred in 1976 ; and
WHEREAS, the maps approved by FHWA in January 1978 lumped all 1990
Classifications and Urban Areas into the 1980 Classification and Urban
Areas mapped thereon; and
WHEREAS, route U7565 from Route 96B to South Albany Street along West
King Road from SR96B to Stone Quarry Road along Stone Quarry Road and
along Spencer Street from Stone Quarry Road to South Albany Street, was
lumped into the 1980 Urban Area; and
WHEREAS, the AADT of Stone Quarry Road is approximately 3200 ; and
WHEREAS - Stone Quarry Road is at least temporarily misplaced in competi-
tion for available federal aid funds within the Urban Area; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca and City of Ithaca are presently prevented
(y) from using Off-System funds on this road given present classifications
N and location within the Urban Area; and
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�( WHEREAS, the only Non-System designation within the Urban Area is a local
Q functional classification;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED ,by the Board of Public Works of the
City of Ithaca that route U7565 from the City-Town line on Stone Quarry
Road to South Albany Street be reclassified from a minor arterial to a
local functional classification.
Carried Unanimously
Renewal Dat'e' of Street Lighting Contract for 1982
By Comm. Walsh: 6�qonded by Comm. V arxicc io
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to request an extension
of the renewal date of the street lighting contract for 1982.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
' Bids for Salt for Ice Control
Comm, Walsh reported that bids were received on October 21, 1981 for
supplying salt for ice control.
'Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying salt for ice control be awarded
to Cargill of Lansing, N.Y.
Carried Unanimously
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE :
Comm. Varricchio reported on touring the City with Supt . Kinsella to
examine damage from the previous night ' s flooding of the city. A
detailed report of the flooding should be available by next month' s
meeting.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Request for Paymen ihnick Roofing
By Comm.. Schlckel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Stenhnick Roofing in connection
with City Hall roof replacement be approved in the amount of $24 ,292 .00 .
Carried Unanimously
Sidewalk Assessments
Comm. Si chiic el reported that private sidewalks have been repaired by the
City forces during 1981 in accordance with an action of the Board of
Public Works taken on July 22 , 1981 .
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Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the schedule of sidewalk assessments be approved and
levied against the respective property owners in accordance with
Section 5-30 of the City Charter as codified, and that a public hearing
on said levy be held at the regular meeting of the Board of Public
Works on November 10 , 1981.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows : "
j Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment- -F $ J Construction
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the payment request from F & J Construction (Final) for
sidewalk construction be approved in the amount of $2 ,421. 11 .
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE , ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Au it
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
. .,'RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee,
r as listed on Abstract No. 20 of the Department of Public Works and on
Abstract No. 20 of the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Mayor' s 1982 Budget
Comm. Walker acknowledged receipt of the Mayor' s Budget for 1982 and
recommendations , and indicated that the Board of Public Works had not ,
prior to this point in time , had input into this budget , and that as
their past practice had been, the intent of the Finance Committee and
of the entire boar-d is to review this budget and submit their own
recommendations to the Budget and Administration Committee for the 1982
Budget.
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Traffic, Lighting and Sign Requests to NYSDoT
City Engineer Cox reported on attending a meeting at the Regional office
of NYSDoT with the Mayor, Supt . Kinsella and Frank Gombas on October 21 ,
1981 . As a result of their meeting, it was decided to initiate the
following action at the subject locations :
r l. Meadow Street - The existing speed limit of 40 MPH between West
Clinton Street and Elmira Road will be reduced to 30 MPH. The
City will include this new regulation in the City ordinance; and
after proper processing of the ordinance by our Department , the
City will erect the necessary signs and provide subsequent main-
tenance of the signs .
2 . Meadow Street at Third Street - A flashin; signal will be installed
at the intersection. Pole locations and height will be based upon
three-color standards in order that an efficient conversion can be
made to three-color operation when conditions indicate the desira-
bility of so doing. The appropriate Order will be written by our
Department , and the signal installation will probably be performed-
by our signal forces during the 1982 construction season. A new
microprocessor controller will be used in order to expose the City
to isolated computer. control . Subsequent maintenance will be the
responsibility of the City.
3. Meadow Street at West Clinton Street - A three-color signal will
be installed at this intersection upon completion of the realign-
ment of West Clinton Street by the City. We will coordinate with
the City in order that the signal can be erected in conjunction
with the completed realignment . The appropriate Order will be
written by our Department , and the signal installation will be
performed by our signal forces . The signal will be interconnected
with the Meadow Street progression . Subsequent maintenance will be the
responsibility of the City.
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4 . Meadow Street at Fulton Street - A dual advance left-turn phase
will be incorporated into the three-color operation. Our Depart-
ment will write the necessary Order and do the physical work,
possibly this winter. Progression modification will be performed
by the City, with assistance from us as needed; and subsequent
maintenance will be the responsibility of the City. A Right Turn
on Red prohibition will be posted for Fulton Street motorists
turning right onto Meadow Street . Our Department will write the
essential Order and erect the proper sign.
5, Cayuga Street at Green Street - This signal will be removed from
the Cayuga Street and Green Street progression systems and modified
to include a trial exclusive edestrian phase. Our Department will
write the necessary Order, and the City will perform the required
work. Subsequent maintenance will be provided by the City."
(Letter from Regional Director of Transportation, Region No. 3 , NYSDoT)
City Engineer Cox reported that they also discussed Signalization of
Rail Crossing in' the .West End. Mr. Cox, Mayor Bordoni and Supt . Kinsella,
on September 30, . 1981 met with the Railway Safety Division of NYSDoT.
In discussions concerning the new signal system, and the necessity of
stopping all trains in the West End (time estimated to stop and clear
the crossing - 10-15 minutes which is double our present problem) , it
Lii was made clear that this is unacceptable to the city. Consequently,.
NYSDoT asked that they City- Fite ahem telling them-we::-axe-: fra_! i-kc4lly,
ha with the 7 si. nal s stem a!�,-,is an
PPY` g y_ d_.ask.. tq be s re.lie_ved; . om. ti coinmi t;,
ment to a complete new, signal systemm in the -West End;
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That this Board authorizes City Engineer Cox to notify the
NYSDoT that the City of Ithaca has obtained a method of communicating
with the Conrail dispatcher and desires to retain the present system
of traffic lights to protect the grade-level crossings .
Carried Unanimously
City Engineer Cox answered questions concerning a trial exclusive
pedestrian phase at Cayuga and Green Streets .
Ithaca Transit System Report of Operations
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Board accepts the Ithaca Transit System Report of
Operations for the period July-September 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
Executive Session—Grievances of Employees
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session for the purpose
of discussing grievances .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 25 p .m, and the Board adjourned
into Executive Session .
Callista F. aolangeli , De . City Clerk Raymon Bordoni , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
OCTOBER 28, 1981
12261 Alexander Thoumire G2122 30.45
12262 Co-op Consumers Soc. G2122 42.00
12263 Jason Pettengill G2122 39.80
12264 Harry Wheeler G2122 26.85
12265 Christine Carrington G2122 39.80
12266 Ithaca College G2122 107.99
12267 Ithaca Neigh. Hsing F2144 135.78 G2122 135.77
12268 Ithaca Neigh. Hsing F2144 179.63 G2122 146.97
12269 Norma M. Gray G2122 45.96
12270 James Iacovelli G2122 43.26
12271 Steeeter Assoc. F2142 21.16
12272 Ithaca Center F2144 118.39
12273 Beatrice Verdery F2144 397.72
12274 Finger Lakes Const. Co. F2650 14.52
12275 Sonbyrne Sales Inc. F2144 149.95 G2122 133.51
12276 Dryden Sewer Dist. G2374 591.05
12277 City of Ithaca G2801 3683.40
12278 Morse Chain Co. G2120 175.00
12279 Town of Ithaca G2374 83.46
12280 Town of Ithaca G2374 313.39
w 12281 Town of Ithaca G2374 129.11
. 12282 Town of Ithaca C2374 253.97
12283 Town of Ithaca G2374 187.36
12284 Town of Ithaca G2374 116.41
12285 Town of Ithaca G2374 129.88
12286 City of Ithaca F8316-309 20.13 68116-309 30.20
12287 City of Ithaca F8316-309 153.84 68116-309 230.77
12288 City of Ithaca F8316-309 292.10 G8116-309 438.16
12289 City of Ithaca F8316-309 1483.12 G8116-309 2224.69
12290 City of Ithaca G2801 841.16
WR TOTAL 2966.34 SR TOTAL 10220.37
TOTAL $13,186.71
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. November 10 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners (5) - Brown, Cleveland, Schickel , Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Varricchio
OTHERS PRESENT:
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Sunt. of Public Works - Kinsella
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Dep . Controller - Cafferillo
Asst . to Supt. - Dougherty
City Engineer - Cox
City Attorney - Shapiro
Alderman - Ban-field
*-� MINUTES:
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the minutes of the October 28 , 1981 meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Request to reschedule --J—ate of public hearing
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the public hearing on sidewalk assessments be re-
scheduled from November 10 to November 24, 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
COUNCIL LIAISON'S REPORT:
Alderman Banfield reported that he had written a letter to the Super-
intendent , and he -also wished to report to the Board that he had
worked with the neighbors and the employees of the Department of
Public Works during the previous weeks as a result of the flooding,
and he commended the employees for the outstanding job which they did.
Mayor Bordoni echoed his sentiments .
PERSONNEL:
Supt . Kinsella reported that two department employees , Bernard
Carpenter and Elwood Hulbert , received recognition through S. I .A.B.
for work above and beyond their job requirements .
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Request for payment-'-Stearns, & W eler
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. . Cleveland
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler, for pro-
fessional engineering services in connection with the Deep Shaft
Biological Treatment Plant for September 1981 , be approved in the
amount of $7 , 227 . 56 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for payment- -C-I -'L Inc .
By Comm. Brown: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from C-I -L Inc. , for services in
connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant from August
17 through September 30 , 1981 , be approved in the amount of $7 , 387 .63.
Carried Unanimously
Report of raw water line damage
City Engineer Cox reported that the line is no longer in danger of
being lost as it was only a week ago . A contractor is on the job who
has made temporary repairs to shore the line up , and he is now well
underway with permanent repairs to the water line which was damaged
in the flood.
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BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE :
Progress report re Tioga Street bridge.
City Engineer. Cox reported receiving bids from several contractors on
emergency demolition of the existing bridge and letting the work out
late last week. It involves demolition of a portion of the bridge and
removal of damaged parts and storage of the parts . He received the
information that the work will probably be started on Thursday of this
week.
Repairs to Fall Creek
City Engineer Cox reported that arrangements had been made with a
contractor to get in and do repairs to the levees in the Fall Creek
area as soon as the water is down sufficiently to allow the equipment
in. He asked B.K. Hough to assist . He met with the contractor on
Sunday and began survey work on Tuesday. The work should be well
underway in a week or so, depending on when the water is down.
City Engineer Cox answered questions of the Board.
Alderman Banfield expressed concern over Tioga Street Bridge. Residents
in that area are very much concerned that the portion of the bridge -
left still has the beams below it that restrict the flow of the water.
They are anxious that something be done to stop the water from backing :__
up against the bridge. Also repairs to Fall Creek are of great --
concern and they are hopeful repairs will be completed as rapidly as
possible .
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment requisition #2 (final) - -F. G. Campagni
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Brown
RESOLVED, That payment requisition #2 (final) from F. G. Campagni
Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of Year 3 Neighborhood
Improvements , be approved in the amount of $50 , 259 . 87, to be paid out
of Community Development funds .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS , GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Payment requisition #2- -V. Giordano Construction $ Supply Corp .
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That payment requisition #2 from V. Giordano Construction &
Supply Corp . for general construction services in connection with the
Cass Park lobby expansion, be approved in the amount of $37, 225 : 75 °
Carried Unanimously
iPayment requisition #1- -Donohue-Halverson
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That payment requisition #1 from Donohue-Halverson for
plumbing services in connection with the Cass Park lobby expansion,
be approved in the amount of $5 ,490. 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor elect Shaw arrived at the meeting at 4 : 25 p .m.
Payment requisition #1- -Bear Electric
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That payment requisition #1 from Bear Electric for electric;
services in connection with the Cass Park lobby expansion, be approve
in the amount of $3,901 . 50 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment requisition #1- -V. Giordano Construction & Supply, Corp .
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That payment requisition #1 from V. Giordano Construction
& Supply Corp . for services in connection with the construction of the
City Hall handicapped ramp , be approved in the amount of $4 , 541 . 00 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Comm. Walsh asked about Cass Park and City Engineer Cox reported on
the progress of the project .
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS $ CAP'ITAL' 'IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE:
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By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee,
as ,listed on Abstract No. 21 of the Department of Public Works and on
Abstract No. 21 of the Water and Sewer Fund , be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Budget
Comm. Walker reported that the Finance Committee of the Board of Public
Works has reviewed the proposed 1982 budget as recommended by the
Mayor. The committee is recommending some modifications to that budget
and requests the Board's approval for these recommendations and the
forwarding of same to the City Controller's office for incorporation
in his final submittal to the Common Council for adoption.
Resolution
By—Comm. Talker: Seconded by Comm, Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board pass the recommendations of the Finance
C Committee on to the City Controller for discussion and inclusion to
the Budget .and Administration Committee of Common Council ,
Carried Unanimously
Capital Project
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That this Board of Public Works requests that the Common
Council establish a capital project for the repairs to city owned
facilities damaged in the October 1981 flood, said project funding
to be in the amount of $ 750,000.
Discussion followed on the floor,
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously
j -Declaration of Emergency
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the Board recognizes the emergency on raw water line
repairs, Fall Creek dike repairs between Lake Street and Route 13, and
Tioga Street bridge as state of emergency and authorizes the contract-
ing out for services and the waiving of competitive bidding require-
ment, subject to Finance Committee review of-said contracts for
immediate and expeditious repair of those facilities , using the best
judgment of the City Engineer and Public Works Superintendent.
Discussion followed on the floor,
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously
Sale of Surplus (Obsolete) Equipment
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm, Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board approve authorization by Supt . Kinsella to
advertise, for purpose of receiving bids , all excess equipment in the
Department of Public Works in an effort to clean house and make use
of storage facilities presently being used for this equipment .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderman Banfield suggested that a list of the excess equipment be
circulated to other departments to determine if any of the equipment
could be used by them. Supt . Kinsella commented that he would do this.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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PARKING, TRAFFIC & TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Hospital Bus Service
Comm. Cleveland reported that the hospital bus service has not been
finalized; there will be another meeting on Thursday, November 12 ,
1981 for purpose of looking over new bus routes .
Improvements to Intersections
Comm. Cleveland reported that the department is working on improvements ,
trimming shrubbery, moving signs for parking and doing extra painting,
to the following intersections : Tioga and Farm Streets , Aurora and
Farm Streets , and Jay and Cayuga Streets .
Executive Session
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session for the
purpose of grievance review.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4 : 45 p.m.
Callista F. Paolangeli , De4h . City Clerk Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P .M. November. 24 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners - (4) - Schickel, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (2) - Brown, Cleveland
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
Asst . to Supt. - Dougherty
City Controller - Spano
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Dep. Clerk - Paolangeli
City Engineer - Cox
Alderman - Banfield _
Dep. Controller - Cafferillo
City Attorney - Shapiro
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MINUTES:
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the November 10 , 1981 meeting be
approved as recorded by the . Deputy City 'Clerk.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Public Hearing- -Sidewalk Assessments, Resolution to Open Public Hearing
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the public hearing on sidewalk assessments be opened .
Carried Unanimously
Mr. Richard Morrison, 127 Prospect Street, appeared before the Board
and commented that a 40 ' retaining wall which was removed at 127
Prospect Street in order to work on the sidewalk had not been replaced,
and that when the,-wall has been replaced he will pay for the sidewalk.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED.That the public hearing on sidewalk assessments be closed.
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Si ewalk Assessments
By Comm. Sc is el : Seconded by Comm. Walker
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held by this Board on assessments
levied for construction of sidewalks at various locations in the
City of Ithaca as detailed in the minutes of the Board of Public Works
meeting of October 28, 1981 , and
WHEREAS, the property owners have been afforded an opportunity to be
heard as provided for in the City Charter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the sidewalk assessments levied
by this Board on six properties in the total amount of $6 , 387 . 98 be
and hereby are finally approved and recommended to the Common Council
for confirmation.
Carried Unanimously
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Mr. Donald Culligan, Board of Representatives city representative from
the Second Ward, addressed the Board regarding concerns of citizens as
follow:
DeWitt Park- -complaints of the shrubbery being allowed to grow so high;
recommended trimming it to a decent level .
Leaf removal in the Fall--the possibility of leaf removal earlier in
the Fall before they become water soaked or covered with snow.
Salt--complaints of excessive amount of salt being used for control
in winter; complaint of salt being spread on dry pavement ; also ,
commented on the damage to trees placed along streets , the disintegra-
tion of curbs in 500 and 600 blocks of Hudson Street .
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Mr. Culligan passed pictures around for the Board to see .
Resolution
By Comm. Seconded by Comm.
RESOLVED, That the item concerning salt control and leaf removal be
referred to the Highways , Street Lighting and Refuse Committee for
review; the item concerning shrubbery in DeWitt Park be referred to
the Public Buildings , Public Grounds and Parks Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Petition from residents of West Village
Supt. Kinsella presented a petition containing 171 signatures from
residents of West Village requesting bus service to their area.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the petition from residents of West Village requesting '
bus service be referred- to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee ,
for report back to the Board on December 9 , 1981 .
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATION FROM THE MAYOR:
Par in re ulations on Linn Street
Mayor Bor oni presented a request from former Fire Chief Weaver, 221
Linn Street, regarding the effectiveness of the parking regulation on
Linn Street of no parking between the hours of 9 : 00 a.m. and 6 : 00 p .m,
inasmuch as the traffic consisted of people going to work and this
occurs before 9: 00 a.m.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the concern of Charles Weaver regarding the parking
regulation on Linn Street be referred to the Parking, Traffic and
Parking Committee .
- - Carried Unanimously
STAFF REPORTS:
Flood Repair Work
City Engineer Cox reported on the progress of the repairs to the
areas affected by the recent rainstorm. He said work is progressing
nicely in the Six-Mile Creek; portions of the North Tioga Street bridge
have been removed from Cascadilla Creek, and the water level is down
enough that work can commence on Fall Creek in a day or two. He
answered questions of the commissioners regarding the work.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Request for Payment- -Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Schickel: * Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns $ Wheler for engi-
neering services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment
Plant for October 1981 be approved in the amount of $10 ,109 . 39 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment--C-I-L Chemicals , Inc .
By Comm. - Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from C-I-L Chemicals , Inc. for
services in connection with the Deep Shaft Biological Treatment Plant
be approved in the amount of $20, 052 . 34 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Requests for Payment-'-Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the following requests for payment from Stearns & Wheler
for services in connection with the design of additions and modifications
to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, be approved:
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`l . Drawings and specifications . . . . . . . . . . $ 8 , 898 . 75
2. Topographical survey and field measurements . . 3,942 . 30
3. Value engineering studies . . . . . . . . . . . 366 . 41
4. Geotechnical services . . . . . . . . . . 1 ,109 . 43
5. Minority Business Enterprises program. . . . . 700 .60
6 . Compliance with grant procedures . . . . . . . 51 .66
7. Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 .62
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment--Stearns $ Wheler
By Comm. c is el : Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from Stearns & Wheler for services
in connection with the Sewer System Evaluation Survey for October. 1981
be approved as follows:
1. Engineering services . . . . . . . . . . . $ 207. 50
2. Grant administration. . . . . . . . 214 . 96
Carried Unanimously
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE :
North Tioga Street Bridge pro osai
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
(Y) RESOLVED, That a proposal received from McFarland Johnson Engineers
(� for the repairs or replacement of the North Tioga Street Bridge be
W accepted and approved.
Alderman Banfield and Mayor Bordoni questioned City Engineer Cox
regarding the bridge situation and he explained the breakdown of the
proposal.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
�Waivirig of Competitive Bidding--Amendment to Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That the resolution adopted by this Board on November 10 ,
1981 granting authorization to waive competitive bidding requirements
for flood repair work as an emergency measure be amended to include
goods as well as services .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC' 'BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Re west for Payment--'O'Brien & Tau e
By ,Comm. . Schi.ckel : , Seconded by Comm. Walker
RESOLVED, That a payment request from O ' Brien $ Taube for professional
services in connection with the Cass Park lobby expansion, be approved
in the amount of $2 , 059 . 99 .
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 22 of the General Fund account of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No . 22 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
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EXECUTIVE SESSION:
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, The Board adjourn into Executive Session to discuss matters
concerning personnel .
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On . a motion the Board adjourned at 5: 10 p.m.
Callista F. Paolangeli , D . City Clerk 4(111 Raymond Bor oni , Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
Accounts Receivable
November 25, 1981
12291 Clara Kelly G2122 55.66
12292 Alice R. Gere. G2122 28.25
12293 Wilford & Rose Marion G2122 28.25
12294 Ithaca City School District G2122 25.92
12295 Nathan & Donna Brown F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
12296 Village of Dryden F2378 97.95
12297 Cornell University F2650 33.54
12298 Donohue-Halverson F2650 24,90Paid
12299 Cornell University F2650 17.20 G2650 11.47
12300 Herbert Mack F2144 82.89 G2122 85.62
12301 City of Ithaca-Capital G2801 451.17
12302 Cornell University G2120 26,930.06
12303 City of Ithaca-General Fund F8116-309 31.45 G8316-309 47.18
12304 City of Ithaca-General Fund F8116-309 110.80 G8316-309 166.21
12305 City of Ithaca-General Fund F8116-309 366.96 G8316-309 550.44
12306 City of Ithaca-General Fund F8116-309 38.92 G8316-309 58.37
12307 City of Ithaca-General Fund F8116-309 1,289.30 G8316-309 1,933.94
Total Water 2,102.91 Total Sewer 30,378.54
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. December 9 , 1981
PRESENT:
Mayor - Bordoni
Commissioners - (4) - Schickel, Varricchio, Walker, Walsh
ABSENT:
Commissioners - (2) - Brown, Cleveland
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy C er - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
Alderman - Banfield
Alderman Elect - Hoffman
City Attorney - Shapiro
Golf Pro - Torrant
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Lii MINUTES:
Q By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
Q RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the November 24, 1981 Meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS :
North Tioga Street Bridge
Alderman Banfield read the following Petition to Common Council :
"We, the undersigned residents and/or property owners in the vicinity
of the Tioga Street bridge over Cascadilla Creek, would like to express
the following concerns to Common Council :
"1. The Flood of October 28, 1981 has underlined the urgent need to
take steps to reduce the danger of flooding in the Cascadilla Creek
area. We believe the low elevation of the Tioga Street bridge and its
obstruction of the creek were major causes of flooding in much of the
Fall Creek neighborhood.
"2. Whatever actions the City takes to repair or prevent flood damage,
it should try to keep public expenditures as low as possible.
"3 . And in deciding how to respond to the flooding problem, the City
should try to improve the overall quality of the neighborhood.
"Based on these concerns , we the undersigned support the removal of
the present Tioga Street bridge over Cascadilla Creek, and ask for it
to be replaced with a pedestrian bridge high enough that it would not
obstruct the creek. We believe this step will greatly reduce the
danger of flooding, will cost the taxpayers far less than a new two-
lane bridge, and will improve the neighborhood by reducing speeding and
through-traffic and the danger of accidents at the Farm and Tioga
Street intersection. We ask Common Council to include a pedestrian
bridge in its considerations and to study the economic, traffic-flow,
and flood control implications of such a step . "
The above Petition was signed by 77 residents and/or property owners
in the vicinity of the Tioga Street bridge over Cascadilla Creek.
Alderman Banfield also read the following letter, signed by Jean
Gould, which letter was not addressed to anyone in particular:
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"There is a reasonable way to discover the best solution to the
problem of the Tioga Street bridge - a way which would also improve
the safety of motorists and pedestrians on Tioga Street .
"The present condition of the bridge has produced a serious hazard.
Already one motorist has smashed the Southwest corner of the barricade
in the middle of the night, leaving a dangerous opening . There are
no walls anywhere around the hole in the bridge to protect small
children, and all other pedestrians . This is especially bad after
dark and when the pavement is slippery. One-way traffic on the bridge
right at the entry to the three parts of Cascadilla Ave. can cause
traffic problems .
"All of these potential hazards can be eliminated. Remove the rest
of the bridge, leaving only the foot bridge on the West side. Build
protective walls on the North and South sides of the Creek. Put a
traffic light at the Cayuga Street bridge to make that intersection
safer than it is now.
"This would be a fair trial of the solution of having no motor bridge
on Tioga Street . By spring, if really unsolvable difficulties are
apparent, some other solution could be devised.
Jean Gould"
Alderman Banfield stated that the above letter speaks for itself. One
of the considerations that the people in the Tioga Street bridge area
have is the dead end and while they are waiting for reports to come
back from the engineers , perhaps a trial period might be instituted
before a decision has to be made, just to give some indication of what
is going to happen in that area. Perhaps the best time to close the
bridge is now. Alderman Banfield suggested that either through the
Board or through the Planning Department a Committee could be made up ^
of some of the people in the neighborhood.
Mayor Bordoni asked that the original Petition be submitted to the
City Clerk for the official records and that a copy of the Petition,
along with a copy of the letter from Mrs . Gould be forwarded to the
Bridges , Creeks and Storm Drainage Committee for its review and con-
sideration.
Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the Petition to Common Council and the letter from
Mrs . Gould concerning the Tioga Street bridge replacement and the
problems related to that project be referred to the Bridges , Creeks
and Storm Drainage Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Schickel asked if either Supt . Kinsella or City Engineer Cox
could give the Board more up-to-date information on the Tioga Street
bridge project . Engineer Cox presented interim plans that have been
made for the area until permanent plans for the bridge replacement
are complete.
Supt . Kinsella and Asst . to the Supt . Dougherty answered questions
` asked by Alderman Banfield and Comm. Schickel concerning the time-
table for the work to be done.
Communication from Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water
Commission
Supt . Kinsella reported that he had received a communication from
the Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission suggesting
that a task force approach to intermunicipal water supply studies
and a resolution of measures to insure that capability between the
City, the College and the Town be considered and Supt . Kinsella
requested that the communication be referred to the Water and Sewer
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Committee for review, advice and report .
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Resolution
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Schickel
RESOLVED, That the communication from the Southern Cayuga Lake
Intermunicipal Water Commission concerning a task force to study
intermunicipal water supply be referred to the Water and Sewer
Committee for review, advice and report.
Carried Unanimously
Parking Ramp Charges
Comm. Schickel reported that he had talked with a gentleman a few
weeks ago who had sent a letter and a petition to the City asking
that the monthly parking fee for the Seneca Street Parking ramp
be increased and Comm. Schickel was concerned about whether any action
had been taken on the request.
Supt. Kinsella reported that he had received information on raising
the parking ramp fees from $7 . 50 per month to $9 . 50 per month and he
` did not believe that very many people would mind that slight increase .
He said that the matter had been referred to the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee and that Committee would receive copies of the papers
involved if it hadn' t already received them. Supt . Kinsella said that
he has instructed the Buildings and Grounds Division to provide more
timely notice and advice to parkers that the monthly tickets will be
W on sale far enough in advance so that there will not be a peak hour
rush at the last minute . He hoped that the new rates would be in
Q place this month. One of the problems at this time is figuring out
< how many spaces are available for monthly ticket holders so that too
many tickets will not be sold. A certain number of spaces have to be
made available for customers and visitors .
STAFF REPORTS:
Newman Golf Course
Golf Pro, Steve Torrant, gave a detailed report on the year' s
activities at Newman Golf Course . He noted several goals that had
been achieved this year, such as increasing overall membership , up-
grading course conditions and offering a more complete golf facility.
He reported on the steps that had been taken in order to achieve the
goals . Golf Pro Torrant talked about the highlights of the 1981
season, such as tournaments and especially a new tournament entitled
"Newman Best-Ball" ; the various leagues and the fact that more leagues
were interested in playing at Newman, but there was no time available
for adding new leagues . He gave a report of revenues and expenses
for 1981 as compared to 1980 . Lastly, Golf Pro Torrant reported on the
things he would like to do next season to improve Newman Golf Course
and stated that he had already done some work on sand traps and new
tees .
The Commissioners asked questions concerning the golf course and Golf
Pro Torrant responded to the questions .
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE:
Intermunicipal Sewer Agreement
Report
Supt. Kinsella reported that the Board had met today with representa-
tives of the Town of Ithaca regarding the final documents for the
Intermunicipal .Agreement . He stated that at a meeting to take place
on Monday, December 14 , 1981 , at 7 : 30 A.M. , the final drafts will
be reviewed for ultimate submission to the City Council and the Town
Boards for adoption and implementation. Supt. Kinsella felt that
such action would take place next week or very soon, and noted that
the present results are a culmination of two and a half years of
negotiations between the City and the Towns .
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USEPA Federal Grant - Ithaca Wastewater Treatment Plant
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has been awarded a Step II USEPA Federal
Grant for the preparation of construction drawings and specifications
for the Ithaca Wastewater Treatment Plant, and
WHEREAS, it is a requirement of the grant and it is advantageous to
the City to have the project value engineered, and ,.
F WHEREAS, a favorable contract has been negotiated with the firm of
Ewell J . Finley; P .E. , an engineering firm qualified to perform value
a .s,
engineering and a Minority Business Enterprise;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the contract for Value Engineer-
ing of the City' s Wastewater Treatment Plant be approved in a cost
plus fixed fee basis , with total compensation, as per Amendment No . 1 ,
not to exceed $104, 483 . 00, and
' BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Superintendent be authorized to
execute said agreement and amendment thereto.
iCarried Unanimously
Request for Payment - F L C Contractors , Inc .
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that a payment request from F L C Contractors , Inc. for
services in connection with repairs to a damaged sewer main on the
South Cayuga Street Bridge, be approved in the amount of $2, 722. 54.
Carried Unanimously
HIGHWAYS, STREET LIGHTING AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Request for Payment - Paul Mancini & Sons '
By Comm. Walsh: _Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Paul Mancini & Sons for
paving the 400 block of First Street in connection with the neigh-
borhood improvements there, be approved in the amount of $4,250 . 00,
to be paid out of Community Development funds .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment V. Giodano Construction & Supply Corp ,
By Comm. Wals : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a payment request from V. Giordano Construction &
Supply Corp. for sidewalk replacements in the 100 block of South
Geneva Street in connection with the neighborhood improvements
there, be approved in the amount of $2, 085 . 00, to be paid out of
Community Development funds .
Carried Unanimously
Oak Avenue Letter re Additional Lighting
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the letter requesting additional lighting on Oak
Avenue be referred to the Highway Committee for study and recommenda-
tion.
Carried Unanimously
Walk Cycle
Supt. Kinsella reported that the walk cycle signals on East Green
Street and South Cayuga Street will be implemented on a trial
basis , and the results will be evaluated. The walk cycle signal
should be in operation early next week.
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
Communication from Conrail re Brindley Street
A communication has been received from Conrail offering to convey
the permanent easement to the City of its Brindley Street right, of
way and bridge for $500 . This acquisition will broaden the City' s
accessibility along that road, with a further provision for two-
way traffic .
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Resolution
By Comm. Varricchi : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That the Board approve and recommend acquisition of this
right of way for $500, and forward its recommendation to the Budget
and Administrative Committee and the Common Council for adoption
subsequent to the final recommendation of the City Attorney.
Discussion followed on the floor. City Engineer Cox answered
questions asked by the Commissioners with reference to the use of
the right of way.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - T. G. Miller p . c. and Associates
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That a payment request from T. G. Miller p .c . and Associates
for surveying and mapping services in connection with the Fall Creek
dike restoration project be approved in the amount of $3, 170 . 60 .
Carried Unanimously
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Request for Payment #1 - F L C Contractors , Inc .
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from F L C Contractors , Inc. for
the reconstruction of the Fall Creek dikes be approved in the amount
Q of $26, 097 . 81 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - F L C Contractors , Inc .
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from F L C Contractors , Inc .
for demolition of a portion of the North Tioga Street Bridge over
Cascadilla Creek be approved in the amount of $4, 637 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS , GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Request for Payment - O' Brien & Taube Associates
By Comm. Schickel: Seconded by Co=. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a payment request from O'Brien & Taube Associates
for professional services in connection with the Cass Park lobby
expansion, be approved in the amount of $918 . 25 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - V. Giordano Construction & Supply Corp .
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Co=. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That a request for payment from V. Giordano Construction
& Supply Corp. for services in connection with the City Hall
handicapped access ramp, be approved in the amount of $3 , 581 . 50 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - Collins & Walton Plumbing and Heating
Contractors , Inc.
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Co=. Walker
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Collins & Walton Plumbing
and Heating Contractors , Inc. for services performed under the
heating and ventilating contract o- the Cass Park lobby expansion
project, be approved in the amount of $9 , 000 . 00 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Skyworker Bucket Truck Repair
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
WHEREAS, previous authorization has been given to contract the
repair and overhaul of the Skyworker bucket truck of the Buildings
and Grounds Division by Gallagher Equipment Company of Exton,
Pennsylvania, and
WHEREAS, in the process of disassembly significant items requiring
repair have come to light, specifically the turntable and ring gear
mount , and
WHEREAS, inasmuch as this damage was not visible or discernable at
the time of the original contract and necessarily requires repair-
ing by replacement;
NOW, THEREFORE , BE IT RESOLVED, That approval be given to authorize
$4, 299 to replace these two pieces of defective equipment to complete
the overhaul and repair to that end item.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - V. Giordano Construction & Supply Corp.
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, that a payment request from V. Giordano Construction &
Supply Corp. for miscellaneous alterations under Contract #1 , at
Greater Ithaca Activities Center , be approved in the amount of
$14, 934. 00, to be paid out of Community Development funds .
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE :
Audit
By Comm. Walker: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio ,
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 23 of the General Fund account of the
Department of Public Works and on Abstract No . 23 of the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and
ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Penalty on Items Added to Tax Bills
Comm. Walker referred to receivables that the City periodically
charges back to the property owner or other people within the City
for the cost of services performed by the City on behalf of the
property owners . These billings , if not paid over a period of time,
are added to City Taxes . There is no provision for the addition of
any carrying costs in the form of interest or penalty to those bills .
It is possible for a two to three year period of time to go by
before the bill is paid by the taxpayer with no additional cost
added. Comm. Walker recommended that a penalty in the amount of
1'% per month on the unpaid balance be imposed after thirty days
from the date of issuance of the bill .
Discussion was had as to what Committee this recommendation should
be referred to . At the end of the discussion it was decided that •° �
City Attorney Shapiro should research this item and come up with
a recommendation at the next meeting .
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
West Village Petition for Extension of Bus Service
Supt . Kinsella referred to a!,!Memorandum--from Transit Supervisor
Carpenter, dated December 4, 1981 , concerning the request for
extension of Route #3 bus service and the Petition received from
Robert Stickane bearing 171 signatures of residents of the West
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Hill area in support of that request . He briefly covered the cost
of such service and concluded by saying that he would have no problem
recommending the extension of service to West Hill for a trial
period of three months , at which t_me the Board could evaluate
the usage based on the cost .
Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio: Seconded by Comm. Walsh
RESOLVED, that authorization be gi-:en to the Ithaca Transit System
to extend Route #3 bus service for one hour, starting at 6 : 30 A.M.
instead of 7 : 30 A.M. , for a trial period of three months .
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Executive Session
By Comm. Walsh: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Board, Supt. Kinsella and Mayor Bordoni adjourn
into Executive Session at the end of the Regular Meeting for the
G) purpose of discussing personnel ma=ters .
(Y) Carried Unanimously
LJ ADJOURNMENT:
Q On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 5: 15 P .M.
Q
Callista F. Paolangeli, Dep . City Clerk Raymond Bordoni , Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
DECEMBER 9, 1981
1339 New York State Electric & Gas Corp A2655 120.00
1340 Ping Lei Wong A1710 25.00
1341 Raynond and Scharlie Handlan A1710 20.00
1342 Thomas Lonergan & Dunn A1710 25.00
1343 J. and E. Hartmanis A1710 20.00
1344 Christine Shoemaker A1710 25.00
1345 J. & K. Rancich A1710 20.00
1346 Will-Robert Teetor A1710 20.00
1347 State And Aurora Inc.(RHP) A1710 30.00
1348 Moshe and Dalia Pelli A1710 25.00
1349 Ming T. Shen A1710 25.00
1350 John Crowley A1710 20.00
1351 Will-Robert Teetor A1710 25.00
1352 Paul Anderson A1710 15.00
1353 Ping Lei Wong A1710 25.00
1354 David Solomon A1710 25.00
1355 F. A. (Sr. ) and J. E. Johnson A1710 15.00
1356 Sally Schultz A1710 25.00
1357 Jas. Van Boven A1710 25.00
1358 Liang C. Ku A1710 25.00
1359 John And K. Rancich A1710 20.00
1360 George J. Broadwell A1710 20.00
1361 New York State Electric & Gas Corp. A2560 92.00
TOTAL $687.00
AP�ROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 153
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. December 23 , 1.981
PRESENT:
Mayor -- Bordoni
Commissioners - (4) - Cleveland, Schickel , Varricchio, Walker
ABSENT:
Ci—ty Attorney - Shapiro
Commissioners - (2) - Brown, Walsh
OTHERS PRESENT:
Deputy Clerk - Paolangeli
Supt. of Public Works - Kinsella
City Controller - Spano
Deputy Controller - Cafferillo
Asst. to Superintendent - Dougherty
Purchasing Agent - .Clynes
Alderman - Banfield
City Engineer - Cox
Alderman - Gutenberger
Ljj MINUTES:
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the December 9, 1981 Meeting be approved
as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS:
Mayor Bordoni read the following letter from Drs . King, Baker,
Cacciotti, Lieberman and Filios , DDS ; PC:
"December 18, 1981,„__
"I HOPE THIS CAN BE READ BEFORE A MEETING OF COMMON COUNCIL
"Officials of the City of Ithaca:
"We were among the many people in the Tioga-Sears Street area who
were again seriously damaged by flooding. This is the third time
since 1972 that we have suffered serious financial loss due to the
same problem.
"The old Tioga Street bridge was not designed to allow the necessary
flow of water and debris during heavy run off. The creek bed has
filled up over the years thus increasing the problem.
"The reason for the flooding is that the bridge is inadequate. The
Tioga Street bridge must not be just repaired, it must be elevated.
The span of the Tioga Street bridge is extremely short and structur-
ally presents little problem for the two lane traffic flow. The
bridge is hardly one car length in span and it would be virtually
impossible to load it beyond the weight of two cars . Because of the
limited load and short span, the support steel can be of minimum
depth thus yielding maximum water clearance. Certainly there could
hardly be a smaller, less complicated bridge to replace .
"The proper replacement of this bridge and cleaning of the creek bed
is necessary to protect the assessed valuation throughout the area.
"It would seem counter-productive to fail to replace the bridge .
Dead ending a major North-South downtown street would add to the
traffic and parking problems for many blocks throughout the area.
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"We own a large number of rental properties on Tioga and Sears
Streets . All of them were seriously damaged by the floods . The
Tioga Building sustained the greatest loss .
"I would be happy to meet with any of the committees or boards working
on the Tioga Street bridge problem to share our experiences and detail
our problems .
"Thank you for your consideration .
"Cordially,
"Robert W. Baker, DDS, MS
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PERSONNEL:
uperintendent Kinsella asked that the agenda item with reference
to the recommendations on the realignment and operations of the
Department of Public Works be deleted from the Agenda because the
matter came before the Common Council Meeting on December 22 , 1981 ,
in public form, and was adopted.
In relation to the topic of realignment of the Department of Public
Works, Mayor Bordoni made the following comments :
"I am not sure how many of you Board members had a chance to read
the Ithaca Journal ' s article on that as a result of last night' s
meeting. But, I find it very distressing that the article is written
by Ms . Marcham and there are some very serious exaggerations and what
can be considered distortions of the facts . It is a very misleading
article; the comments that were made in there were made mainly by two
of the Council people that were directly opposed to this for various
reasons .
"But the article does start out by saying it was a surprise reorgani-
. zation. I think all the Council members knew about this a great deal
of time in advance and had every single opportunity to attend every
Budget and Administration meeting or talk to any of the Board members
because they all knew about it. So, there was no surprise reorgani-
zation. The fact is , those very Council people that chose not to
attend some of those meetings which they certainly were invited to ,
and they knew it. The only surprise is they didn' t read everything
that they should have read and they weren' t abreast of all the
information that was given to them, which is unfortunate for them,
as it clearly shows that they were not doing their job.
"The article also indicates that there are at least four new super-
visory post for jobs , when in fact the reorganization eliminates
three positions : the position of Pat Hannan, the Assistant Superin-
tendent of Public Works ; the Water and Sewer Supervisor; and the Parks
Supervisor. There is no mention of the positions that it eliminates .
It also puts in a distortion or an exaggeration that makes it sound
like the, in fact it reads ; 'Kinsella ' s salary of $31 , 000 will lead
to $37 , 4001 , making it sound like a direct $6 , 400 increase . There
is no mention in there made that his 1981 salary was $33 , 036 . His
1982 salary, because of a 9% increase , would have increased by $2 , 973,
bringing his 1982 salary, regardless of this reorganization, up to
$363, 009. It doesn' t make any mention that the real increase in .the
Superintendent ' s salary is $1 ,400 . I think it shows a great deal of
irresponsibility and I take great exception to it , and I cannot let
this meeting go without having said what I said and I would be more
than glad to talk to the radio media and make sure that this gets out
to the radio media because, quite frankly, I don ' t believe that the
printed press will print it .
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"I have no more comments to make on this except to the radio persons
after this meeting. Okay. "
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE :
Bid Returns - Annual Chemical Re uirements
Comm. Schickel reported that bids were received on December 18 , 1981 ,
for furnishing the annual Chemical requirements as shown on a bid
tabulation sheet.
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing the annual Chemical
requirements be awarded as follows :
Item #1 - Primary Coagulant - American Cyanamid - $ .138 per lb .
Item #2 - Filter Aid - O' Brien Inc. - $ 1 . 16 per lb.
Item #3 F Liquid Caustic Soda- Monarch Chemical - $ 15 . 75 per cwt.
(Dry 100%)
Item #4 Coagulant Aid - Delayed pending
further study of
(tj bid.
W Item #5 - Potassium Perman-
ganate - Scobell Chemical - $ 1 . 145 per lb .
Item #6 - Liquid Chlorine _ Nyclor - $220 . 00 per ton
Item #7 - Hydrated Lime Warner Co. $ 81 . 37 per ton
Item #8b - Ferric Chloride,
42 degree Baume - Monarch Chemical - $ 7 . 35 per cwt .
Carried Unanimously
Joint Sewer Agreement - New Wastewater Treatment Facility
Superintendent Kinsella gave a wrap-up report on the Joint Sewer
Agreement adopted at the December 22 , 1981 Special Meeting of Common
Council . He thanked the members of the Board for the many hours of
time and the effort put forth during the time involved in the
hearing process and the meeting process , all of which cleared the air
and made such an Agreement feasible .
Alderman Banfield publicly thanked Comm. Cleveland, City Engineer
Cox, City Controller Spano and Deputy Controller Cafferillo for all
their work on the Joint Sewer Agreement over the past several
months.
Request for Payment - F: L C Contractors , Inc .
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Wal er
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from' F L C Contractors , Inc. for
restoration of supporting structure for the raw water line in Six
Mile Creek, just below the 60-foot dam that was damaged in the October
flooding, be approved in the amount of $29, 599 . 65 .
Carried Unanimously
BRIDGES, CREEKS AND STORM DRAINAGE COMMITTEE:
Survey o City Owned Bridges
'Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Schickel
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation proposes
to inventory and/or inspect city owned bridges in the City of Ithaca,
in conformance with Section 231 , Subdivision 1 of the New York State
Highway Law, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation will pro-
vide all engineering and support services necessary to accomplish
the bridge inventory and/or inspection in said City of Ithaca,
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WHEREAS, the cost of the work will be shared by the Federal Govern-
ment, the State of New York, and the bridge owner;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works of the
City of Ithaca agrees to pay the portion of the costs assignable to
the bridge owner or his agent and to that end authorizes the deposit
of $950. 00 with the New York State Department of Audit and Control ,
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Clerk of this Board of Public Works
is hereby directed to transmit three (3) certified copies of this
resolution, as follows :
1 . Original with check to the New York State Department
of Audit and Control .
2 . Copy to the local Regional Office of the New York
State Department of Transportation.
3. Copy to the Structures Division of the New York
State Department of Transportation.
City Engineer Cox explained that this particular bridge inspection
program is funded, as stated in the .above resolution, by both the
State and Federal governments , as well as local moneys . It is a new
program and in the City' s case the cost amounts to about $50 . 00 per
bridge and he feels that it is a good deal since the City' s share
I amounts to only about t% of the total cost. City Engineer Cox feels
that the City should go forward on this survey because it has several .
advantages . Two of the more important advantages are: it gives an
outsider' s look at our bridges , which is always helpful , and it also
keeps our bridges on the State ' s inventory system which is helpful ,
to the City in funding some of the bridge replacements . For example ,
the City is still .-hopeful in getting the South Albany Street bridge
replaced next year under some type of outside funding.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously
O' Brien & Gere Engineers , Inc. Agreement
Resolution
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to accept a proposal
for engineering services from O'Brien $ Gere Engineers , Inc. , in
connection with Six Mile Creek - Flood Damage, dated November 5 , 1981 ,
and as amended by letter dated December 17 , 1981 .
City Engineer explained the O'Brien $ Gere Engineers , Inc . proposal
and said that a report will be furnished by them outlining its
findings as to the work to be done in connection with the flood
damage to Six Mile Creek, together with recommendations and the costs
involved in repairing or replacing various portions of the retaining
wall .
City Engineer Cox answered questions asked by Board members on the
Six Mile Creek Flood Damage.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
- 5- December 23 , 1981
Request for Payment - F L C Contractors , Inc.
By Comm. Varricchio : Seconded by Comm. Cleveland
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from F L C Contractors , Inc . ,
for restoration of Fall Creek dikes , be approved in the amount of
$57, 038. 12 .
City Engineer Cox reported that the Fall Creek project had been
completed. The contractor was wrapping things up this date and
maybe would be moving some machinery- out on December 24th. The
contractor might _do a little additional cleanups but the job is
now complete. He stated that the total costs for the job are going
to run about $160, 000, which is not too far off the original
estimate of $140, 000, which had to be revised due to material prices .
City Engineer Cox stated that he was very happy to get the job done
this early and at that price. He stated that it was a credit to the
City and the Board for the support they had given on this project.
Alderman Banfield asked the Board if it would be possible to replace
some of the trees that were removed in order to rebuild the Fall
Creek dikes. He said that several residents in the Fall Creek
area had asked him about replacing some trees . Superintendent
Kinsella said that he would look into the matter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PUBLIC BUILDINGS, GROUNDS AND PARKS COMMITTEE :
Aut orizaton to Advertise Tor Bids - G. I .A. C. Kitchen
Resolution
By Comm. Schickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the'--Department of Public Works be authorized to
receive bids for the G. I .A. C. Kitchen Renovations as designed by
architect Robert Boehlecke, Jr. and as approved by the Ithaca Urban
Renewal Agency/Community Development Agency; funding for said pro-
ject to be from Community Development Block Grant funds .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - Bear Electric
By Comm. Sc ickel : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from Bear Electric for electrical
construction in connection with the Cass Park lobby expansion, be
approved in the amount of $2, 052. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - V. Giordano Construction & Supply Corp.
By Comm. Sc is el : Seconded by Coma. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from V. Giordano Construction &
Supply Corp. for general construction services in connection with
the Cass Park lobby expansion, be approved in the amount of
$34 , 423. 25 .
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE, ACCOUNTS AND CAPITAL IMPROI'EMENTS COMMITTEE :
Au it
By Comm. Walker : Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That the bills audited and approved by the Finance Committee
as listed on Abstract No . 24 of the Department of Public Works and
on Abstract No. 24 of the Water and Sewer Fund be approved for
payment, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
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PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Walk Cycle Green and Cayuga Streets
Comm. Cleveland reported that the walk cycle signal on the corner
of Green and Cayuga Streets needs law enforcement to stop walkers
from going across on "no-walk" sign. Otherwise, that project looks
good.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
Kitchen Renovations at G. I .A. C. '
Comm. Cleveland asked if the renovations to be done on the kitchen
at G. I .A. C. , which agenda item was covered under Public Buildings ,
Grounds and Parks Committee, was to be paid for by funds left over
on the Community Development project or if new money was coming in
for 1982 . City Engineer Cox reported that the kitchen renovations
project will be funded by the tail end of the funds to be expended
on the G. I .A. C. building, over the past four years . There is
approximately $24 , 000 remaining in the Community Development Budget
that can be used for work to be done at G. I .A. C. He did mention
that if funds hold out, there are a couple of small electrical -
mechanical type projects that may be jobbed out.
Late Char es on Unpaid Bills for Services Rendered
Comm. Wal er mentioned that there was a motion tabled at the last
Board Meeting concerning increasing the penalty charges on unpaid
bills for services rendered to property owners . The City Attorney
was going to check on the proper legal format for doing this . Comm.
Walker asked if the matter had been checked as he would like to
bring the matter back for a vote . Mayor Bordoni said he will check
to see what has happened on this prior agenda item.
Joint Sewer Agreement
Comm. Schickel requested that the Board go back to the Joint Sewer
Agreement item in order to have the records show that special con-
gratulations are in order for Comm. Walker for coming up with the
idea that made the .Agreement finally fall into place as far as the
Government is concerned. Mayor Bordoni agreed that Comm. Schickel ' s
comments were very appropriate at this time and stated that when the
project got bogged down, Comm. Walker' s input was highly valued and
helped get it off dead center and finally did the trick. Mayor
Bordoni thanked Comm. Schickel for making such comments , and he also
thanked all of the people involved in helping to put the Joint
Sewer Agreement together because it has been a long time in coming
and the Mayor stated that he was very glad that the job was done .
Alderman Banfield stated that this Board meeting would be the last
meeting for Jerry Schickel and Ken Walker. He asked that someone
make a resolution thanking the two Commissioners for their invaluable
service while serving as members of the Board.
Resolution
By Comm. Cleveland: Seconded by Comm. Varricchio
RESOLVED, That this Board extend its congratulations , thanks and
appreciation to Commissioner Ken Walker and Commissioner Jerry
Schickel for their invaluable service to the Board and to the City
of Ithaca for the fine job they have done during their respective
! terms as members of the Board of Public Works .
` Carried Unanimously
Mayor Bordoni ' s Thanks to the Board
Mayor Bordoni stated that since this was the last Board meeting which
he would chair, he wanted to thank past members who have served with
him, as well as the present members . He felt that the present Board
was probably one of the best Boards that the City has had and, in fact ,
might possibly be one of the very best Boards that it will have .
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Mayor Bordoni thanked the Board for the type of work it has done ,
for the seriousness in which it has taken its responsibilities ,
for the amount of help given to him, as well as the guidance, time
and direction given to the staff and for everything else that the
Board has done to make the Mayor look good. He also expressed the
same sentiments to the staff people who have worked with this Board
and helped to make things run smoothly. Lastly, the Mayor said
that it had been a pleasure to work with the people involved on
the Board.
More Thanks
Comm. Cleveland thanked, for the record, the Mayor and the Board
members for the work done.
Alderman Gutenberger echoed what Mayor Bordoni said and personally
wanted to thank the Board members for their dedication, concern,
abilities and expertise - unpaid. He stated that too often all of
the lay boards and agencies are taken for granted and not properly
thanked for the time and effort that is put into the work done and
(Y) he expressed his thanks and appreciation, for himself and for
(\j members of Common Council , for the efforts , support and guidance
W given by the Board.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting adjourned at 4 : 55 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli, .Dep. City Clerk aymond Bordoni, Mayor
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BOARD 0[ PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
DDCCU8EK 23, 1981
12308 Everett Fcasendeo C2122 26.90
12109 Town of Newfield F2378 68.37
12310 Town of Newfield P1378 820.86
12311 Cbou ?ockuzmao y2144 201^65
123I2 Roger BuLtiscella O2122 43. 26
12213 Jason Gsue C2122 1170.37
12314 VOID
121I5 Donald Scbof[lez Q2650 25.00
12916 City of Ithaca G280l 1702.68
12317 Ithaca Center Assoc F2122 1471~ 25
I2318 City of Ithaca P8116-309 44.58 &8316-309 66.75
I2319 City of Ithaca y8I16-309 111.01 88316-309 166.52
I2320 CiLy of ltl/ucu F83116-309 318.07 O8316-30? 477. 11.
12321 City of Ithaca F8116-909 26.40 08316-309 39.60
12322 City of Ithaca y8116-309 1312.19 U33l6-�O9 1968^ 28
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TOTAL W8 4374.20 TOTAL SR 5686' 56
TOTAL 10'060-86
APPROVE1 BY F70AYCCn' C(0M ?TyE
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1362 Travis & Travis 81710 15.00
1363 Moshe & Dalio Pcllj &1710 25.00
1364 Orson Ledger A1710 15. 00
1305 /'lfred 9urxtez A1710 2%0,
l]CG Fred Dol[c A1710 25.00
1367 Paul Anderson A1110 15. 00
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