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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. January 8, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Stone , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
City Engineer - Novelli
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Attorney - Stumbar
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
O Mayor Gutenberger l—eU all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
O to the American flag.
0 MINUTES:
( ) Approval of Minutes of December 11 , 1985 Meeting
(0 By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone —�
Q RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the December 11, 1985 meeting
be approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Nichols requested that Items B, C, and D - Payment
Requests be added to the agenda.
No Board member objected.
Finance, Personnel and Administration Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of two appointments
under Item B - Personnel Appointments , and that Item C -
Assistance to Supt . of Public Works and Streets and Sanitation
Supervisor resolution be moved to "New Business".
No Board member objected.
ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIR
Mayor Gutenberger requested that the Board elect a Vice-chair.
NOMINATION OF VICE-CHAIR
Comm. Gerkin nominated Comm. Stone for the position of Vice-chair.
Comm. Albanese seconded the nomination.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That' Comm. Stone be appointed to the position of
Vice- Chair for the Board of Public Works .
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATONS FROM THE MAYOR
Common Council Liaison
Mayor Gutenberger welcomed Alderperson Dan Hoffman back to
the Board as Council Liaison.
Department of Social Services Location Report
Mayor Gutenberger- reported that the County Board has agreed
to table their final action to move DSS out of the City facility
up to the hospital until February 18th. The City and County
Planning staffs will be working very closely in the next few
weeks to come up with a proposal . He requested that the
City Controller, Planning & Development Director, Building
Commissioner, and Supt . of Public Works serve on a committee
to get together with the Council , the County and various
departments to see what kind of a package can be put together.
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Bids for Replacement of Two Water Mains
City Engineer Novelli reported that bids will be solicited
for replacement of 2 water mains over the Stewart Avenue
Bridge -over Fall Creek next week. This is part of the water
system improvement capital project that was created a year
ago.
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Access to Safe Deposit Box - IAWWTP
By Comm. Nichols : Secon ed by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works authorizes the City
Chamberlain, Debra A. Parsons , and the City Controller, Joseph
A. Spano , to have access to .the safe deposit box of the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant project , at the Security
Norstar Bank, for the retention of securities pledged in
exchange for retained percentage .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment requests from Stearns $ Wheler for
professional engineering services in connection with the
Design and Construction of monitoring stations at the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , be approved in the total
amount of $2 , 631 . 58 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for construction services rendered in connection with
the monitoring stations at the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment
Plant , be approved in the amount of $55,157.b0 .
._Carried Unanimously � -
Payment Request - L. Richard Stumbar, Esq.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. er in
RESOLVED, That a payment request from L. Richard Stumbar, .
Esq. for legal services rendered in connection with the
construction of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant,
be approved in the amount of $192 . 50 .
Carried Unanimously
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - V. Giordano Construction $ Supply
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from V. Giordano Construction
$ Supply Corp. for services rendered in connection with repair
to the sidewalk on the 200 block of Spencer Street , be approved
in the amount of $291 . 34. This was done in connection with
the City' s 1985 sidewalk repair program.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca City School District
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from the Ithaca City School
District for services rendered in connection with the installation
of a handicap-access curb cut at the corners of Mitchell
Street/Elmwood Avenue and Mitchell Street/Cornell Street ,
be approved in the amount of $538 . 50 , This was done in
connection with the City' s 1985 sidewalk repair program.
f Carried Unanimously
Request for Street Lights - Cherry Street Complex
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the proposal for installation and annual cost
4 of street lights in the Cherry Street Industrial Park area
be referred to the Streets and Facilities Committee .
i Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Mattress Style Gabions
' Bi s were received on December 27 , 1985 for mattress style
4 gabions for the Fall Creek bank stabilization project .
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Committee Assignments
Mayor Gutenberger reported that he has changed the committee
structure of the Board. In order to involve more members
of the Board and not to add any burdens to them he has taken
the four existing committees of the Board and condensed them
into three committees . There will be four members of three
committees as follows :
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
Harold Gerkin.. Chair Benjamin Nichols ., Chair
Benjamin Nichols, Vice-Chair Charlotte Stone, Vice-Chair
Donald Slattery Carol C. Reeves
Marc Albanese Donald Slattery
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Charlotte Stone, Chair
Harold Gerkin, Vice-Chair
Marc Albanese
Carol C. Reeves
AUDITS: To rotate among Board.
GRIEVANCES: Gerkin
(_) Nichols
(� Stone
Q BUDGET
REVIEW: Committee of the whole ; Marc Albanese, Chair.
LIAISONS TO:
Capital Projects Review- -- --- - --- - - ----------Nichols and Reeves
Commons Advisory Board--- -------- -------- ----Stone
Conservation Advisory Council------ - ----=-=-Albanese
Hydropower Commission---------- - -------------Nichols
Planning Board-- - -- ----------- -- - - - - ---- -----Albanese
Special Joint Sewer Committee----- --- ---- ----Gerkin, Slattery
& (Schickel)
Youth Bureau- -- --- -- - -- ----- --- - - - -- ---------Reeves
Six Mile Creek Committee- ----- - - - ------------Gerkin
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Memo from Eric Datz , Building Systems Supervisor
Supt. Dougher_t_y__R_a_nUed out copies of a memo from Eric Datz
regarding a new product for ice melting that is being used
on the Commons with good results .
Parts for Traffic Signal at State Street and Stewart Avenue
Supt . Dough erty reported that the new parts for the traffic
signal at State Street and Stewart Avenue have arrived. The
City Electrician is setting up and working on the computer
that is involved with it and should have the light installed
within 30 days .
Work Rules
Supt . Dougherty reported that the Work Rules have been
distributed and are now in effect . There has been a grievance
from both unions involved regarding the work rules .
Neighborhood Watch Signs
Supt . Dougherty reproted that the Neighborhood Watch signs
are in and the Traffic Engineer is looking into the detailed
locations .
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Youth Center w
City Enginner Novelli reported that the contractor is close
to completion of the concrete foundation.
Sludge Laggon Project
City Engineer Novelli reported that the Sludge Lagoon Project
is nearing completion.
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Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying mattress style
gabions for use in connection with the Fall Creek bank
stabilization project , be awarded to Capitol Highway Materials ,
Inc . for their low bid.
Carried Unanimously
FINANCE, PERSONNEL AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
Audit
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by the Finance
Committee as listed on Abstract No. 1 in the amount of
$55 , 028 . 67 for the General Fund, and in the amount of $3,999. 42
for the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and
that bills submitted in connection with the construction
of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 20)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee, be approved
in the amount of $761, 731 . 70. It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
_rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Personnel Appointments and Promotions
Me—Supt. of Public Works has made t e following appointments
and promotion and he asks the Board' s concurrence :
1. Peter Ginnever, Truck Driver, Streets $ Facilities Division,
at $5 . 33 per hour, effective December 29 , 1985 .
2 . Michael Hunt , Laborer, Streets & Facilities Division,
at $4. 60 per hour, effective December 29, 1985.
3. John Hoyle II , Truck Driver, Engineering. $ Utilities
Division, at $5 . 33 per hour, effective December 29 , 1985.
4. Leanora Butler, Parking Meter Checker, Streets & Facilities
Division at $4. 86 per hour, effective January 20 , 1986.
S . Jeffrey Overstrom, conditional appointment to Sewer Treatment
Plant Operator, Trainee , Engineering & Utilities Division,
$10 , 171 annual salary, effective December 2 , 1985 .
6. Cynthia Gardner, Senior Account Clerk Typist , Streets &
Facilities Division, at $10, 518 annually, effective January
1, 1986 - promotion.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approves the appointment
of Peter Ginnever to the position of Truck Driver at $5 . 33
per hour, effiective December 29, 1985 ; Michael Hunt to the
position of Laborer at $4. 60 per hour, effective December
29 , 1985 ; John Hoyle II to the position of Truck Driver
at $5. 33 per hour, effective December 29 , 1985 ; Leanora Butler
as Parking Meter Checker at $4. 86 per hour, effective January
20, 1986 ; Jeffrey Overstrom, conditional appointment to Sewer
Treatment Plant Operator Trainee, at $10, 171 annual salary,
effective December 2 , 1985 ; and the promotion of Cynthia
Gardner, Senior Account Clerk Typist , at $10 , 518 annually.,
effective January 1, 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C. for professional services rendered in connection with
repairs to the Green Street Garage through December, 1985,
be approved in the amount of $1 , 776 . 65.
Carried Unanimously
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Lifting of Tabled Motion From December 11, 1985 Meeting (Request
to Install "C it ren at Play" Signs
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the matter of "Children at Play" signs in
the area of Central and Parochial Schools and G. I .A.C. be
lifted from the table.
Carried Unanimously
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Stone stated that the matter has been discussed in committee .
The committee has been informed that there are 28 signs being
placed in that area indicating the slower speed limit, children
and school zone . With these signs in place, the committee
does not feel there is a need for more signs .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the request to install "Children at Play"
signs in the area of Central and Parochial Schools and G. I .A.C.
0 be denied because of the additional signage that is being
0 placed in that area.
0 Carried Unanimously
0 NEW BUSINESS:
co Assistance to Supt . of Public Works and Streets and Sanitation
Q Supervisor
By Comm. Nichols : Seocnded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works of the City of Ithaca
and the Department of Public Works are committed to the preservation
and improvement of the environment, including the safe disposal
of toxic wastes , and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works and the Department of
Public Works are taking all necessary preventive and corrective actions
in their power to ensure the protec�jon of the quality of
the water in the environs of Ithaca, and
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WHEREAS, this Board regrets the careless action taken by
the Superintendent of Public Works and the Streets and Sanitation
Supervisor in the disposal of potential. toxic waste, and
WHEREAS, the error made in the disposal of 12 drums of paint
(about 600 gallons) was made in ignorance of the nature of
their contents since the paint had been given to the City
by Tompkins County without a detailed description of their
ingredients and after several years none of the paint had
been used, and
WHEREAS, upon receipt of instructions from the Department
of Environmental Conservation that there were potential dangers
associated with the burial of these drums immediate action
was taken, and has been completed with no resultant contamination
of ground or water, to safely dispose of these drums at a
direct cost to the City of $4, 800 , and
WHEREAS, the pressing of criminal charges by the State of
New York against the Superintendent of Public Works and an
employee of the Department of Public Works for an honest
error of judgment serves no useful purpose and will penalize
the citizens of Ithaca by causing these individuals to devote
much of their time and effort in their defense, and
WHEREAS , this Board has complete confidence in the integrity
and devotion to the public of John Dougherty and Henry Blake
in carrying out their duties as Superintendent of Public
Works and Streets and Sanitation Supervisor respectively;
now, therefore, be it
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RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works requests the Mayor,
City Attorney, and the Common Council to urge the Attorney
General of the State of New York to withdraw the charges
against John Dougherty and Henry Blake, and be it further
RESOLVED, That if the charges against them are not dismissed,
that every resource of the City legally possible be used
in the defense of John Dougherty and Henry Blake , and be
it further
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works requests that the
Common Council authorize the expenditure of a sum not to
exceed $2 , 000 each for the documented expenses incurred by
John Dougherty and Henry Blake in their defense .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the following RESOLVED be added to the resolution
before the 'last RESOLVED:
RESOLVED, The Board of Public Works urges Council to enact
legislation establishing a policy for paying expenses incurred
by City employees in defense of criminal and civil proceedings
arising out of any act which occurred while the employee
was acting within the scope of his or her employment . "
Carried Unanimously
Amending Resolution
BY Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the word "careless" in the third WHEREAS be
deleted.
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5 : 30 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangell o n C. Gutenb ger
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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JANUARY 8, 1986
13265 George Lambrou G2122 25.17
13266 Maurice Neufeld G2122 31.11
13267 Cayuga Apts. , Inc. G2122 31.54
13268 Orson Ledger F2144 21.42 G2122 14. 28
13269 James Iacovelli F2144 20.19 G2122 13.46
13270 Clark Robinson F2144 30.66 G2122 20.44
13271 F. Chapman & T. J. Farrell F2144 20.63 G2122 13.75
13272 Robert Eaiman F2144 30.70 G2122 20.47
13273 Town of Newfield F2378 97.42
13274 Michael Kish F2144 601. 20
13275 Donohue-Halverson F2144 308.02
13276 Joy & Hermogenes Macenas G2122 340.35
13277 Paolangeli Contractors G2650 21.90
13278 William C. Pahl F2142 24.65
13279 Dorothy B. Booth F2144 1821.98
13280 Cornell University G2120 79493.60
13281 First Presbyterian Church G2122 31.11
13282 Theron Johnson F2144 21.42 G2122 14. 28
TOTAL 2998. 29 80071.46
TOTAL $83,069.75
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1869 Streeter Assoc. A1710 183.84
1870 Wm Lower A1710 25.00
1871 Robert Hedges A1710 15.00
1872 Allen Pike A1710 15.00
1873 Wm Kaninski A1710 25.00
TOTAL 263.84
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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. January 22, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery.,
Stone
ALSO PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
City Controller - Spano
City Engineer - Novelli
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Attorney - Stumbar
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Alderperson - Cummings
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O PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
® Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
U to the American flag.
MINUTES :
Q Approval of Minutes of January 8 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the January 8 , 1986 meeting
be approved as recorded by the Deputy City Clerk.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Comm .tt.ee
Comm. Stone requested the addition of a "Further Resolved"
under Item B - Request for Vehicle - Building Maintenance.
Also , the addition of Item F - Payment Request - William
Electrical Construction, Inc.
No Board member objected.
Comm. Gerkin requested the addition of a Personnel Item -
Justification for additional operator at the Water Plant .
No Board member objected.
REPORT OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISONS :
Report on Policy Issue
. A derperson Hoffman reported that he brought a resolution to
the Council from the Board relating to compensation for legal defense
charges for 2 City employees and the Council referred it
to both the Charter and Ordinance Committee and to the Budget
and Administration Committee because they felt there were two
issues here ; one is financial , whether the City should pay
the costs of the employees defense ; and second whether the
City should establish a policy that would cover any employees
who found themselves in this situation. At the Charter and
Ordiance Committee meeting on January 21 the committee took
up the policy issue and had advice from Asst . City Attorney,
Paul Bennett , who again repeated his belief that the City
at this point cannot cover those charges without such an
action appearing as a gift , which is illegal under State
law.
Whether the City could pass a policy and make it retroactive
to the present case is unclear to the City Attorney' s Office
at this point . The Charter and Ordinance Committee did not
take any action.
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The matter will be taken up at their next meeting. Alder-
perosn Booth offered to write an ordinance or local law
modeled on State legislation which covers State employees
in the event that they are charged with a criminal violation
and are found not guilty. Compensation can only be in the
event that the employee is found not guilty.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
TraTTic Signal at State Street and Stewart Avenue
Supt. Dougherty reported that the new traffic signal at State
State Street and Stewart Avenue will be ready to turn to
a regular operating mode on January 30th.
Personnel Appointment
Supt . Dougherty announced he has appointed Brian Mitchell
to the position of Motor Equipment Operator in the Streets
and Facilities Division at an hourly salary of $6. 09 , effective
January 26, 1986 and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Brian
Mitchell to the position of Motor Equipment Operator in the
Streets and Facilities Division at an hourly salary of $6. 09,
effective January 26 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF ASST. TO SUPERINTENDENT:
North Cayuga Street Extension Opening
Asst . to Supt . Priore reported that the North Cayuga Street
Extension will be opened on January 24th.
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Youth Bureau Facility
City Engineer Novelli reported that the contractor poured
the last section of the foundation at the new Youth Bureau
building on January 22nd. He will continue work throughout
the winter.
Sludge Lagoons
City Engineer Novelli reported that one of the sludge lagoons
and the pipeline at the Water Treatment Plant was completed
and placed in operation last week. The deadline that was
imposed by the Department of Conservation was met and the
consent order will be lifted. The lagoon does seem to work
very well in clarifying the sludge from the Treatment Plant .
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Bid Return - Annual Chemical Requirements
Bids were received on January 21 , 1986 for furnishing annual
chemical requirements .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing annual chemical
requirements be awarded to the following:
Item #1-Primary Coagulant American Cyanamide -$ . 137 per lb.
Item #2-Filter Aid O' Brien Industries -$1 . 29 per lb. '-}-
Item #3-Liquid Caustic Soda Monarch Chemicals -$6. 19 per cwt
Item #4-Coagulant Aid American Cyanamide -$ . 797 per lb
Item #5-Potassium Permanganate Monarch Chemicals -$1. 49 per lb .
Item #6-Liquid Chlorine Nyclor, Inc . -$324 . 50 per ton
Item #7-Hydrated Lime Warner Company -$ 82 . 00 per ton
Item #8-Ferric Chloride
3120 Baume Monarch Chemicals -$7. 90 per cwt . .
Carried Unanimously
Additional Water Treatment PLant Operator Request - Report
Comm. Gerkin reported that the committee has discussed e
justification of an additional Water Treatment Plant Operator.
The committee has a complete proposal on reasons and justifications
for this position and the committee found they approve of
this added person to overcome overtime in that department .
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Discussion followed on the floor.
The matter was sent back to committee and will be brought
back to the Board with a resolution.
Resolution from Planning and Development Department
Comm. Gerkin read the following resolution from Helen Jones
of the Planning Department :
"WHEREAS, the majority of the city' s water and sewer treatment
function presently provided by the facilities at Franklin
and First Streets will be replaced when the new treatment
facilities are brought on line , and
WHEREAS , with completion of the new treatment facilities the
land and buildings now used for those purposes will no longer
be needed with the exception of the plus 200 foot garage
and storage building; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works is willing to explore
possible conveyance of this soon to be excess land and facilities
Q at Franklin Street for use by the Ithaca Farmer' s Market
O and that such conveyance may include the garage facility
0 if a replacement is provided for that structure and be it
U further
m RESOLVED, That the Board is willing to explore the possibility
Q of perphireal street closing with the understanding that
access to the remaining water department building, utilities ,
and abutting property owners will be maintained" .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichol-s= -
RESOLVED, That the matter of the facilities at Franklin and
First Streets being conveyed to the Farmer' s Market be referred
to the Water and Sewer Committee and to the Streets and Facilities
Committee for review.
Carried Unanimously
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Ithaca Farmer' s Market - Request to Continue Operations
A request has been received from the Ithaca Farmer' s Market
askng for their use of Taughannock Boulevard and DeWitt Park
sites for their activities in 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the request of the Ithaca Farmer' s Market
be granted under the same terms and conditions as existed
in 1985.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Vehicle - Building Maintenance
Staff has submitted a request and justification concerning
the need for an additional vehicle to be assigned to the
building maintenance crews .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the information provided by staff on this request
did indicate that the productivity of the crews would be
increased, and
WHEREAS, the need can be satisfied by using a reconditioned
police vehicle ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the equipment list be increased by one reconditioned
police vehicle , and that the funds for this reconditioning be
taken from the 1986 operating budget , and be it further
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RESOLVED, That this request be referred to the Common Council
for its approval .
Carried Unanimously
Stewart Avenue Repairs
The Common Council has indicated that the repairs to the
brick on Stewart Avenue should be a high priority item.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the City is committed to a policy of preserving
our brick streets , and
WHEREAS, Stewart Avenue is in need of repairs ; now,therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That on the recommendation of staff, the repairs
to Stewart Avenue from State Street to Campus Road be included
in the 1986 department work schedule.
Supt . Dougherty presented brick replacement analysis .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Tabling Motion
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of repairs to the brick on Stewart
Avenue be tabled.
Carried Unanimously
Lake Street Sidewalks - Report
Supt . Dougherty reported that the matter of sidewalks on
Lake Street were discussed in committee . The committee has
come up with some figures and will contact-the school district
and see what can be worked out as a joint project. "
Payment Request - Gary Wood, P. E.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Gary Wood, P. E. for
services rendered in connection with on-site soils inspection
at the Youth Bureau facility, be approved in the amount
of $825 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from Williams Electrical
Construction, Inc. for services rendered in connection with
the Construction of the new Youth Bureau facilities , be approved
in the amount of $4, 560 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
Challenge Industries Crosswalk - Report
A note has been received from Alderperson Killeen requesting
information in regards to the crosswalk at Challenge Industries
and the status thereof.
Comm. Stone stated that this crosswalk has been approved
by the Department of Transportation and is now awaiting the
construction season.
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT CMMITTEE:
Petition re Traffic Changes South Hill Terrace Area
Comm. Nichols reported that a petition regarding changes
in traffic patterns in the South Hill Terrace area has been
received by the department .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That this petition be referred to the Parking,
Traffic and Transit Committee for their recommendations .
Carried Unanimously
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Petition to Change Parking Zone
A letter has been received from Dale W. Flinn requesting that
a change in the parking regulations affecting the 300 block
of South Cayuga Street .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That this petition be referred to the Parking, Traffic
and Transit Committee for their recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Architectural Finishes , Inc.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Architectural Finishes,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with Phase I , Restoration
of Seneca Street Garage, be approved in the amount of $5, 529. 25 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit
O By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
O RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Albanese
as listed on Abstract #2 in the amount of $36 , 872 . 41 for the
General Fund, and in the amount of $4, 389. 73 for the Water
U and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment . It is further
m RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
Q Carried Unanimously
Personnel - Meter Checkers
The Personnel A ministrator had requested an Executive Session
of the Board to discuss a problem concerning the parking meter
checkers . Due to the absence of the Personnel Administrator
at this meeting the problem will be discussed ,at a future
date .
NEW BUSINESS:
G. I .A. C. Mural Request
Comm. Albanese stated that the G. I .A. C. , in conjunction with
the Arts Council wishes to do a mural on the Court Street
side of the building.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of a mural on the Court Street side
of the G . I .A. C . building be referred to the Streets and
Facilities Committee for their recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5 : 25 P.M.
Callista F. Paolang li ohn C. Gutenberge
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
January 22, 1986
13283 Gertrude Kenjerska G2122 $ 26.54
13284 Wayne Bortz F2144 $ 20.87 62122 13.91
13285 William Manos F2144 61.76 62122 41.17
13286 Christopher George Corp. F2144 22.60 62122 15.07
13287 Karel & Peaau Westerling P2144 22.43 G2122 14.95
13288 Kalit Chu F2144 17.83 62122 11.88
13289 Ithaca Neighborhood
Housing F2144 21.42 62122 14.28
13290 Rubin Weiner F2144 22.43 62122 14.95
13291 George Lanbrou P2144 45.96
13292 Gari4 Wojcik F2144 46.66 62122 79.92
13293 City of Ithaca F2803 110.72
13294 M.A. Bongiovann F2144 261.43
13295 M.A. Bongiovanni F2144 248.26
13296 Town of Ithaca G2374 304.45
13297 Town of Ithaca G2374 263.92
13298 Town of Ithaca G2374 135.72
13299 Town of Ithaca G2374 131.97
13300 Tot-.in of Ithaca 62374 131.97
13301 Town of Ithaca 62374 378.20
13302 Town of Ithaca 62374 253.52
13303 Dryden Sewer Dist. #2 G2374 451.97
13304 Morse Chain Co. 62120 175.00
Total $902.37 $2,459.39
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1874 William Duthie A1710 $ 20.00
1875 Travis & Travis Al 710 15.00
1876 William Kaminski A1710 35.00
1877 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
1878 Robert /forton A1710 2,511.38
1879 Drs. Milton & Reuben Weiner A2590 989.08
1880 The Salvation Arm A2590 364.06
1881 Peter Zaharis A2590 702.71
1882 George & Gus Lambrou A2590 56.80
1883 Wendu's Hamburgers-Virgo Holding Corp. A2590 169.70
1884 mars & Dr. Weiner A2590 273.59
1885 Robert S. [rood A2590 585.27
1886 Monroe Muffler Brake A2590 322.07
1887 Byway Partnership A2590 474.45
18018 Bywau Partnership A2590 312.72
1889 Hess Gas Station A2590 76.19
1890 Harold M. Vann A2590 25.97
1891 Zikakis Imports A2590 221.64
1892 Bill Zikakis Chevrolet, Inc. A2590 134.02
1893 Ruth & Vasilios Zikakis A2590 160.34
1894 First & Adams, Inc. A2590 22.44
1895 Acrway Petroleum Corp. A2590 12.00
1896 McPherson Sailing Products, Inc. A2590 430.19
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE (CON'T)
Januarw 22, 1986
1897 Paul & Lois Ecklund A2590 45.28
1898 McPherson Sailing Products, Inc. A2590 12.39
1899 Pierce & Cleveland, Inc. A2590 344.15
1900 Jan C. Rocowicz A2590 46.17
Total a 8,387.61
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CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. February 11 , 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (4) - Albanese, Gerkin, Reeves, Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
City Attorney - Nash
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Engineer - Novelli
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Personnel Administrator - Best-Shaw
Alderperson - Peterson
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Nichols , Stone
0
0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
0 Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
U to the American flag.
m MINUTES :
Q Approval of Minutes of January 22 , 1986 Meeting
By Comii_. _G_e_r_Fi_n- Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the January 22, 1986 Meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Gutenberger reported to the Board th-at- Common Council
met on February 10 regarding the "no salt" policy on downtown
streets . He asked Council to suspend the "no salt" policy
until all the information could be gathered. Common Council
did not agree with his suggestion. He has asked the staff,
in conjunction with the Police Department and Fire Department
to gather information and make a report of the results that
we have had under the new policy, to describe what we are
doing and not doing under the new policy, and to describe
any differences between what we were doing before and what
we are doing now. When the calls and letters slow down he
will present a packet to each Board member.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Carolyn Peterson, Alderperson 1st Ward, spo e to t e Board
regarding the "no salt" policy. She stated she has received
phone calls on all different sides of the issue ; complaints
as the Mayor has had, people who are urging her to keep her
stance and not to have salt put down on the downtown streets
and to make sure that cinders are put down. There is a third
group who say they want to see the "no salt" policy work
but they have some doubts of whether the DPW was actually
putting down other materials on intersections or the slight
inclines . She stated she would like to serve on the committee
to study this issue .
REPORT OF CITY CONTROLLER:
Mayor Gutenberger asked the Deputy Controller about flyers
on liability insurance . He has received many.
Deputy Controller Cafferillo responded that his office has
not received any that he knows of. He stated that if the
Mayor wishes to send the materials on to the Controller' s
Office they will review it .
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REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Department of Social Services
Al erperson Hoffman reported that Common Council authorized
the Mayor to negotiate with the County Board of Representatives
whereby this building and the building next door could be
sold to a third party if the County would agree to rent these
buildings for the next twenty years for the Social Services
Department . He thinks it is a generous offer and he hopes
it will get serious consideration. If it is accepted it
will place a burden on the City in terms of relocating our 0"M
offices to another building near by. The County Board of
Representatives is expected to vote on this issue next week.
'1W
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Hoffman responded to questions from Board members .
Vehicle Request - Building aintenance
Alderperson Hoffman report that the request for a vehicle
for Building Maintenance was denied by the Budget and Adminis-
tration Committee.
Farmers ' Market
Al erperson Hoffman stated that a resolution from the Planning
Board about the use of the old sewer site for the Farmers '
Market was referred to Streets $ Facilities and Water & Sewer
Committees . Common Council was also asked to act on that
issue and at the last meeting did approve further study of
that site by the Planning Department and also approved submission
of a grant request to the NYSCA for funds to design Farmers '
Market site at that location.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Gutenberger urged the committee and departments to
work hand in hand on this issue .
Salt Policy
Al erperson Hoffman stated that he is also hearing that
constituents are not satisfied with the way the streets are
treated. He is not hearing a clamoring to bring the salt
back but would like to see more snow removed and more cinders
or other material placed in critical locations .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Asst . to Supt. Pirore reported for the Superintendent in
regards to an appointment :
The Superintendent of Public Works has made the following
appointment and he asks the Board' s concurrence :
William Haskell to the position of Laborer in the
Streets $ Facilities Division at the pay rate of $4. 67
per hour, effective February 18 , 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of William
Haskell to the position of Laborer in the Streets & Facilities
Division at a pay rate of $4 . 67 per hour, effective February
18 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF ASST. TO SUPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS
Snow Storm Report
Asst. to Supt . Priore commented about the snowstorm and the
departments ability to fight the snow effectively. The DPW
had a crew on for 24 hours and by Saturday at 3 : 00 P.M. all
city streets were clear.
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CITY ENGINEER REPORT:
Electric Power Reduction at the Water Treatment Plant
City Engineer Novelli updated the Board on the program for
electric power reduction at the Water Treatment Plant.
Herbert McCall , the consultant on the project gave a brief
report and answered questions from Commissioners .
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler for
professional engineering services in connection with the
Design and Construction of monitoring stations at the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , be approved in the total
amount of $448 . 13.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Louis Picciano Sr. Corp.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Louis Picciano Sr.
0 Corp. for services rendered in connection with construction
O at the Wastewater Lagoon Project , be approved in the amount
0 of $148, 461 . 50.
U Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - L. Richard Stumbar
Q By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from L . Richard Stumbar,
Esq. for legal services performed in connection with the
construction of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant,
be approved in the amount of $105 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
Release of Retainage to M.A. Bongiovanni,=lnc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the construction of the pile foundation under the
portion of the project occupied by Segment II structures'
has been deemed to be substantially complete , as per a Partial
Certificate of Substantial Completion issued by Stearns &
Wheler, Project Engineer, and
WHEREAS, the guarantee period will begin as of December 31,
1985; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the portion of the retained percentage relating
to such pile foundation construction in the amount of $70,977. 40,
be returned to Contractor 3A, M.A. Bongiovanni , Inc.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Authorization to Prepare Plans and Specifications
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has completed a preliminary Engineering
Report on "The Feasibility of Restoring Hydraulic Turbine-Driven
Water Pumps at VanNatta Pumping Station" and
WHEREAS, the report demonstrates that the department could
obtain significant savings in electric power costs by restoring
these water-powered pumps , and
WHEREAS, this project could potentially enhance the economic
feasibility of the City ' s proposed hydro-electric project
at VanNatta, and
WHEREAS, detailed plans and specifications are necessary
to verify the findings of the preliminary Engineering Report
and to provide a detailed construction cost estimate ; now,
therefore , be it
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RESOLVED, That the City Engineer is authorized to prepare
detailed plans , specifications and costs estimates for the
project .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution to Suppott. Youth Employment Program
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Youth Bureau has successfully completed,
in cooperation with the Department of Public Works, a work
project in the Six Mile Creek Watershed, and
WHEREAS, the Youth Bureau wishes to continue this program
in 1986 and future years , and . ;
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works recognizes not only the
value of such a program to the department in terms of having
needed public works projects constructed under the program
and educating youth and inspiring interest in the field
of public works , but also the benefit to youths to provide
them with training, income and a sense of accomplishment
and self-worth; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works support the Youth
Employment Program in principle, and agrees to provide materials ,
equipment and technical supervision, with selection of projects
to be mutually agreed upon by both the Department of Public
Works and the Ithaca Youth Bureau.
Carried Unanimously
Stewart Avenue Bridge Pipeline - Bid Return
Bids were received on February 4 , 1986 for the Construction
of a Stewart Avenue Bridge pipeline .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery `
RESOLVED, That the bids for the construction of a Stewart
Avenue Bridge pipeline be rejected and the City Engineer
be authorized to readvertise for this project .
. Carried Unanimously
Request to Create New Position - Water Treatment Plant
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the City Engineer and Chief Operator have requested
that an additional Trainee position be created at the Water
Treatment Plant , and
WHEREAS, the need for this position is justified on the
basis of continuing modification and additions to the Water
Treatment Plant under the Water System Improvements Capital
Project , and
WHEREAS, this position will improve the efficiency of operation
of the plant ; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works is authorized
to appoint an additional Water Treatment Plant Operator
Trainee, subject to approval by the Budget and Administration
Committee and Common Council .
Carried Unanimously
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Comm. Gerkin requested an Executive Session at the end of
the meeting to discuss the possible acquisition of property.
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STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 1 in the amount of
$58,425 . 00 and payment request No . 2 in the amount of
$30, 001. 00 received- from Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc.
for general construction services rendered in connection
with the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved.
Carried Unanimously
Hazardous Waste Manual - Report
Comm. Gerkin reported that a meeting of the Board as a Committee
of the Whole to discuss the hazardous waste guidelines as
presented by staff, will be held on Thursday, February 13
at 5 : 00 P.M. in the Council Conference Room.
Discussion followed on the floor.
There is a Special Common Council meeting at that time .
0 Therefore , the meeting will be rescheduled.
0 Hall of Justice Renovation
0 By Comm. Gerkin: Secon ed by Comm. Albanese
0 WHEREAS, the Police Department has requested that modifications
m be made to their buildings , and
Q WHEREAS, preliminary plans and estimates are completed;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That staff be directed to prepare construction
drawings and put the project out for bids , pending approval
by the Common Council for funding in the amount of $15 , 000.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Sear-Brown—Associates ., P.C.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C. for professional services rendered in connection with
design of repairs to the Seneca Street Garage , be approved
in the amount of $3, 342 . 34.
Carried Unanimously
Experimental Regulations - Report
Comm. Ger iH—reported that a 90-day experiment is being
established on a section of South Hill that concerns both
traffic flow and parking. This experiment consists of two
parts .
The two-hour parking regulation on South Cayuga Street from
Spencer Street to the south City line, and on South Hill
Terrace from Turner Place to South Cayuga Street, is being
abolished.
In addition, South Cayuga Street between South Hill Terrace
and Spencer Road is being made a one-way street with traffic
flow to be in a northerly direction.
In addition, the parking on the 100 block of South Hill
Terrace will be transferred from the east to the west side
of the street .
SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Audit
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Albanese as listed on Abstract No. 3 in the amount $47, 269. 53
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $5, 812 . 96 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that
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bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 21)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved
in the amount of $633, 215. 25. It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
NEW BUSINESS:
Comm. Slattery presented a batch a letters he has received
relating to the traffic light on Stewart Avenue.
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the correspondence received regarding the
traffic light on Stewart Avenue be referred to the Parking
and Traffic Committee.
Carried Unanimously
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session
at 5: 30 P.M. to discuss personnel matters and land negotiations .
Carried Unanimously
REGULAR SESSION:
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board reconvene in Regular Session at
5: 50 P.M.
Carried Unanimously
Authorization for Supt . to Negotiate Purchase Office - Watershed
Area ��'
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works authorizes the
Superintendent to negotiate a purchase offer for approximately
six acres of land bordering the City waterhsed property,
fronting on Route 79 and running southerly to the Sixty
Foot Dam.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 6: 00 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli ohn C. Gutenberge
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
FEBRUARY 11, 1986
13305 Tompkins County G2378 33.54
13306 Tompkins County G2378 33.54
13307 Kalit Chu G2122 27.30
13308 Rodney & Jill Hammond G2122 42.01
13309 Smith' s Pro Hardware G2122 73.64
13310 G. Edw. Putnam F2144 25.36 G2122 16.91
13311 William Duthie F2144 20.44 G2122 13.63
13312 Bailey Jones Realty Co. F2144 21.36 G2122 14.24
13313 Richard Slocum F2144 20.87 G2122 13.91
13314 John Golay G2122 93.32
13315 M. A. Bongiovanni, Inc. F2140 252.00
13316 Christopher George Corp. F2144 2874.94
13317 Christopher George Corp. G2122 460.45
13318 Christopher George Corp. TOTAL G2122 1436.95
3214.97 TOTAL 2259.44
TOTAL $5,474.41
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
f.
1901 Marie Mcrae A1710 32.48
1902 Rashed J. Khan A1710 35.29
1903 Dorothy Odom A1710 25.00
1904 Wm. Lower A1710 25.00
1905 K. Bingham Cady A1710 20.00
1906 Iacovelli Realty Corp A1710 15.00
1907 Jagat Sharma A1710 25.00
1908 Joseph Perry A1710 20.00
1909 Robert Grover A1710 15.00
1910 Ledger Properties A1710 25.00
1911 Wm. Duthie A1710 20.00
1912 R. H. Park A1710 25.00
1913 Orson Ledger A1710 25.00
1914 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
1915 New York State Electric & Gas A2560 43.00
TOTAL 375.77
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORK PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. February 26, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Stone
ALSO PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
City Engineer - Novelli
City Attorney - Nash
Deputy City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
O City Chamberlain - Parsons
O
0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
C) Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
m to the American flag.
Q MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of February 11 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Gerkin: Second-e by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the February 11 , 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:'`"
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the deletion of Item H - Request
for equipment , and a change in wording on Item G -. Salt Policy
. amendment .
Comm. Gerkin requested the deletion of Item A - Danby Builders-
payment request and the addition of Item I - Award of Equipment
Bid.
No Board member objected.
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested the addition of Item C - Report of
Ithaca Transit .
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Gutenberger reported on a request from Marjorie N.
Penalver, Chairman of Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration
Committee . The request is to rename North Cayuga Street
Extension to Martin Luther King Drive .
Motion to Refer to Committee
By Comm. Gerkin: Secon ed by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request to change the name of North Cayuga
Street Extension to Martin Luther King Drive be referred
to the Streets and Facilities Committee for review and report
back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Stewart Avenue Bricks
.� 10,erperson Hoffman asked if the Board is taking any more
action on the Stewart Avenue },ricks .
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Comm. Gerkin stated that a memo has been sent to Alderperson
Cummings stating that the work is scheduled and is awaiting
the construction season.
Discussion followed on the floor.
The matter of the Stewart Avenue bricks will be discussed
at a meeting on February 27 , 1986 (Committee of the Whole)
and a recommendation from the Superintendent will be forth-
coming.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Personnel Appointment
Supt . of Public Works Dougherty reported that he has appointed
Michael Friedman to the position of permanent part-time Parking
Meter Checker, at a salary of $4 . 67 per hour, effective March
33, 1986 and he asks the Board' s concurrence.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Michael
Friedman to the position of permanent part-time Parking Meter
Checker at a salary of $4 . 67 per hour, effective March 3,
1986 .
Carried Unanimously
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Louis Picciano Sr. Corporation
By Comm. Gerkin: Seocnded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request #4 from Louis Picciano Sr.
Corporation for services rendered in connection with the
Wastewater Lagoons Project be approved in the amount of
$32 , 112 . 55 .
.. Carried Unanimously
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Payment Request - Gary Wood, P. E .
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Gary Wood , P. E. for
concrete field inspection work rendered in connection with
the new Youth Bureau Facility, be approved in the amount
of $650 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Brush Chipper - Bid Award
Bids were -received- on February 13 , 1986 for one Brush Chipper.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the contract for the purchase of one Brush
Chipper, be awarded to Lyons Sawmill of Little Valley for
their net delivered bid price of $9 , 674 . 67 .
Carried Unanimously
Garbage Packer Body - Bid Award
Bids were received on February 19 , 1986 for one Garbage Packer
Body.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for the purchase of one Garbage
Packer Body, be awarded to Tracey Road Equipment , Inc . of
East Syracuse , for their net delivered bid price of $11, 148 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - William Downing Associates
B%- Comm . Ger in : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RLSUL.VED, That a payment request from William Downing Associates .
for services rendered in connection with the new Youth Bureau
Facility , be approved in the amount of $3 , 677 . 52 .
Carried Unanimously
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Wildflower Preserve - Renaming
By Comm. Gerkin-.-Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, Elizabeth B. Mulholland has unselfishly served the
Ithaca community for many years by her efforts to help preserve
the wildflower area, the Six Mile Creek Gorge region, and
Circle Greenway, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works recognizes the tireless
effort that Elizabeth B. Mulholland has so generously given
to this project on behalf of the City of Ithaca; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Wildflower Preserve area at the Six Mile
Creek Gorge henceforth '�e named "The Elizabeth B. Mulholland
Wildflower Preserve" in her honor.
Comm. Gerkin stated that when the weather is warmer a dedication
ceremony will be planned. Supt . Dougherty requested that
the committee recommend an appropriate sign for placement
in the area .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
O Carried Unanimously
O Salt Policy - Amendment
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
(� WHEREAS, on November 26 , 1985 the Board of Public Works passed
a resolution limiting the use of road salt in the downtown
Q flat areas for the 1985-86 winter season, and
WHEREAS , the basic guidelines and exceptions regarding the
policy were spelled out in that resolution, and
WHEREAS, recent public concerns have surfaced over the wisdom
of the new salting policy as it relates to the public safety
and liability to the city, and
WHEREAS, the Streets and Facilities Commit-tee of the Board
of Public Works has reviewed the issue of road salt on the
downtown flat areas at its February 13 meeting with department
staff and police department reports on this subject ; now,
therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Streets and Facilities Committee recommends
to the full Board the following amendments to its resolution.
of November 26 , 1985 :
Change 3 to read:
3. When authorized by the Superintendent , City Engineer,
or Asst . to the Supt . in the case of major ice conditions .
Add: 4. In the event of major ice conditions , a mixture
of salt and abrasives not to exceed 50% salt be
applied to the downtown flat area at the discretion
of the authorized City staff as stated in Item 3 ,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works directs the Supt .
to begin to ass6mble all necessary information on manpower
and equipment requirements to enable the department to establish
a Z)th zone for the purpose of snow removal . This additional
zone shall include all downtown flat streets and shall have
the same priority for snow removal as the traditional hill
areas . Figures , and estimates shall be ready for inclusion
in the 1987 Department of Public Works budget review, and
be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works reaffirms its commitment
to public safety and to reducing the damaging effects of
road salt on our local environment , streets and sidewalks ,
and public and private transportation vehicles and equipment.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Bid Award - One Ton Cab and Chassis
Bids were receive on Fe ruary 20, 1986 for a One Ton Cab
and Chassis , including body repairs .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That McGuire Ford be awarded the contract for furnishing
a One Ton Cab and Chassis , including body repairs for their
low bid of $9, 609 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Dump Truck (22 Ton) - Rejection of Bid
Comm. Gerkin reported that the committee is rejecting the
bid for a 22 Ton Dump Truck.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board rejects the bid for a 22 Ton Dump
Truck and authorizes the Department of Public Works to rebid
this item.
Carried Unanimously
Bid Award - Refuse Packer
Comm. Gerkin reported that bids were received on February
20, 1986 for a Refuse Packer.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That Feduke Ford of Vestal be awarded the contract
for furnishing a Refuse Packer for their low bid price of
$39, 276 .
Carried Unanimously
Bid Award - 3/4 Ton Suburban
Comm. Gerkin reported that bids were received on February
20 , 1986 for supplying a 3/4 Ton Suburban.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That Cutting Motors of Ithaca be awarded the contract
for furnishing a 3/4 Ton Suburban for their low bid price
of $12 , 400 . The bid from Spencer Ford was rejected for not
meeting specifications .
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Request to Change Parking Regulations
The Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee and staff have
reviewed the request from Dale W. Flinn requesting a change
in the parking regulations affecting the 300 block of South
Cayuga Street .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the existing regulations seem to serve the majority
of parking users in the area ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That this request be denied and that the existing
regulations governing parking in the 300 block of South Cayuga
Street remain in effect .
Carried Unanimously
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Proposed One-Way Change - South Cayuga Street
By Comm.Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, a petition requesting a portion of South Cayuga
Street will be made one-way, and
WHEREAS, an additional petition by other residents of the
area has indicated opposition to this proposed change ; now, .
therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the previous action to designate a portion
of South Cayuga Street hill one-way, be postponed pending
the continuous monitoring of the effectiveness of the "no
truck" signs in the area involved and a public hearing at
which all interested parties may express their views .
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Transit - Report of Operations
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works accepts the Ithaca
Transit System Report of Operations for the period of 1983,
Q 1984, and 1985 .
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0 Discussion followed on the floor.
C) A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
co Carried Unanimously
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REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Au it
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Albanese
as listed on Abstract No. 4 in the amount of $46 , 542. 96 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $19, 941 . 48 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 15 P.M.
allista F. Paolangel. / ohn C. ut�enberger
Deputy City Clerk , ayor i
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
FEBRUARY 26, 1986
13319 M A Bongiovanni, Inc. F2141 2149.96
13320 Kimble Plumb & Heating G2122 2087.01
13321 Lee Knuppenberg F2144 1239. 22
13322 Burris Plumb & Heating F2650 33.67
TOTAL 3422.85 TOTAL 2087.01
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1916 Ignacio Serrano A1710 25.00
1917 Orson Ledger A1710 25.00
1918 K. Bingham Cady A1710 20.00
1919 Craig Schaufler A1710 25.00
1920 Tom Newton A1710 15.00
1921 Allen Pike A1710 25.00
1922 City of Cortland A1710 880.00
1923 Swarthout & Ferris Bus Service A1170 50.00
TOTAL 1065.00
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. March 12 , 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (4) - Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Albanese , 'Stone (excused)
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
City Attorney - Nash
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Chamberlain - Parsons
O PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
O Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
O to the American flag.
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(o MINUTES:
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Approval of Minutes of February 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the February 26, 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Gerkin requested the addition o -Item C - Stewart Avenue
Bricks - Resolution.
No Board member objected.
SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Comm. Nichols requested the addition of a report from the
South Hill Civic Association.
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Gutenberger reported that Bernard Carpenter, Ithaca
Transit Supervisor, has been appointed to serve on the New
York State Advisory Committee for the Public Transportation
Safety Board. The Board congratulates Bernie on this appointment.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Personnel Appointments
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has made the following personnel
appointments :
Patricia Apgar to the position of Parking Meter Checker
in the Parking Meter Division at $4. 67 per hour, effective
March 5 , 1986. This is a part-time position.
Mickey VanDerpoel to the position of Laborer in the Streets
and Facilities Division at $4. 67 per hour, effective March
17 , 1986,
and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Patricia
Apgar to the position of part-time Parking Meter Checker
in the Parking Meter Division at a salary of $4. 67 per hour,
effective March 5 , 1986 and the appointment of Mickey VanDerpoel
to the position of Laborer in the Streets and Facilities
Division at a salary of $4 . 67 per hour, effective March 17,
1986.
Carried Unanimously
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Request for Executive Session
Supt . Dougherty requested that the Board go into Executive
Session at the end of the meeting for a report on a proposed
real estate transaction.
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for construction services rendered in connection with
the monitoring stations at the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment
Plant , be approved in the amount of $69, 706. 25.
Carried Unanimously '
Water Rates Outside City
By Comm. Gerkin: Secon eded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, water rates were increased effective October 1,
1985, and
WHEREAS, the Water and Sewer Committee has investigated
the effect of that increase on the Town of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the Committee has determined that the ratio of the
"outside" to "inside" rate at over 10, 000 cubic feet_ has
effectively increased from 1. 275 to 1. 50, and
WHEREAS, this poses an undue hardship on the Town, inasmuch
as the Town performs its own pumping, maintenance, meter
reading and billing; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the over 10 , 000 cubic feet rate for outside
the City shall be changed from $1. 05 per 100 cubic foot . to $ . 88
per 100 cubic foot , effective October 1, 1985 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols explained how the water and sewer committee
arrived at the new rates for outside city water rates .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - L. Richard Stumbar, Esq.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nic ols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from L. Richard Stumbar,
Esq. for legal services performed in connection with the
construction of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant,.
be approved in the amount of $60 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Valve Inserting Equipment
Bids were received on March 4 , 1986 or Valve Inserting Equipment .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying Valve Inserting
Equipment be awarded Martisco Corp. of Syracuse for a total
of $10, 174 . 70 , and that Haverstick & Co. of Ithaca be awarded
the contract for supplying the alternate Carbide Tip Cutters
in the total amount of $4, 463. 10 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Bid Return Ductile Iron Pipe
Bids were received on February 21 , 1986 for supplying Ductile
Iron Pipe .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying Ductile Iron Pipe
be awarded to U. S. Pipe and Foundry of Burlington, N.J.
for the total bid price of $9, 859. 86.
Carried Unanimously
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Williams Electric Construction, INc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from William Electric
Construction, Inc. for electrical services rendered in
connection with the construction of the Youth Bureau Facilities ,
be approved in the amount of $2 , 090. 00.
Carried Unanimously
0 Hazardous Waste Disposal - Report
0 Comm. Reeves reported that there was a meeting of the Streets ,
0 Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee held on February 27,
() 1986 regarding Hazardous Waste Disposal. The primary purpose
cc of this meeting was to bring to the attention of the Board
Q of Public Works , Common Council and other City departments ,
the Hazardous Waste Manual. Sal Priore is the Officer in
Charge , and it was his primary responsibility to set up the
QKardous Waste Manual . Sal explained briefly the contents
of the Manual , and he also explained the Material Safety
Sheets he received from manufacturers . It was pointed out
at this time that the Manual covers hazardous wastes , not
hazardous materials . The original assignment initially was
disposal of wastes . A manual is availabl& and is on hand
for storage, handling, etc. of hazardous materials .
It was suggested that a committee , comprised of City departments
that handle hazardous material/wastes be set up. Suggested
representation from departments are as follows : Supervisors
from: the Water Filtration Plant , Streets $ Facilities
Division, Sewage Treatment Plant , Plumbing Inspector, Fire
Department , Sanitation crew and possibly the Building Commissioner' s
Office and the City Attorney' s Office .
Committee structure and responsibilities was discussed. The
Streets and Facilities Committee of the Board of Public Works
will make a presentation to the full board on this committee .
Comm. Gerkin and Comm. Reeves will be meeting with Cornell
University on March 14th to find out how they handle the
various products that come in and out of the university.
Mayor Gutenberger asked if there was any timetable for final
presentation and adoption of the manual .
Comm. Reeves stated that after the committee has met with
Cornell and gotten an idea of what their procedures are and
how we can work with them, then possibly the committeee can
have another meeting with Sal at the next Streets & Facilities
meeting and possibly there can be something ready by the
next Board meeting.
Schedule of Repairs on Stewart Avenue Brick
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm.. Reeves
WHEREAS, Common Council has asked for in put from the Board
regarding the scheduling of repairs to the Stewart Avenue
bricks , and
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WHEREAS, an attempt to complete all the necessary repairs
in one season would have a significant negative impact on
the regular paving program of the department ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED; That in order to achieve the best results in an
expedient time frame, the following work plan be. adopted
and presented to Common Council for their information:
1. A crew of 5 City employees shall work on the project
for the season.
2 . The season shall run from June 1 to September 1 , 1986 .
3. The department shall hire an experienced bricklayer
to work with and train the crew.
4 . A continuous assessment shall be made on the progress
of the project , results of the training, and the costs
involved.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt . Dougherty requested that a copy of the resolution be
given to each Common Council member this week for their perusal
before the next Common Council meeting.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PARKNG, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Traffic Pattern in the South Cayuga Street/South Hill Terrace
Area - Call for Public Information Meeting
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Board approve a Public Informational meeting
to solicit public input on the question of=tr.affic patterns
in the South Cayuga Street/South Hill Terrace area, to be
held at 7 : 30 P.M. in the Council Chambers on Tuesday, March
18, 1986.
Carried Unanimously
Traffic Signal - State Street/Stewart Avenue - Report
Comm. Nichols reported on correspondence received regarding
the traffic signal at Stewart Avenue/State Street . He explained
to the Board what steps are being taken to make the light
more workable.
Parking Permits - Petition
Comm. Nichols reporte t at a petition was received on February
28 , 1986 protesting the "limited number" of parking permits
available. The petition was referred to the Superintendent
by the Mayor. The Superintendent is currently having a survey
done of the parking garages .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the petition protesting the limited number
of parking permits be referred to the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Stone
as list on Abstract No . 5 in the amount of $56 , 235 . 65 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $28 , 260 . 18 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and -that bills
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submitted in connection with the construction of the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 22) which have
been reviewed by the SJS Sub-committee, be approved in the
amount of $560, 142 . 45. It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
South Hill Resi ent Meeting
Comm. Nichols reported that on March 6, 1986 there was a
meeting of South Hill residents at the South Hill School .
Topics that were brought up included policies and practices
on towing cars , Hudson Street curbing, parking on Giles Street ,
the intersection of Hudson and Giles , missing "no parking"
and "stop" signs , etc. The information has been passed onto
the Superintendent.
O Comm. Nichols would like to establish a procedure to make
O it easier for residents who have problems in their neighborhood
to bring these problems to the attention of the Board or
U the appropriate staff person.
This matter will be discussed at a future Board meeting.
Q ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned into Executive Session
at 5 : 30 P.M. to discuss a proposed real estate transaction.
a lista F. Paolangeli /John C. Gutenberger
Acting City Clerk f Mayor C�
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MARCH 12, 1986
13323 Pierce & Cleveland G2122 33.54
13324 Newel & Ardis Willcox F2144 19.37 G2122 12.92
13325 ILF, Inc F2144 21.42 G2122 14.28
13326 Ida Weber F2144 21.42 G2122 14. 28
13327 George Chacona F2144 190.13
TOTAL 252.34 75.02
TOTAL $327.36
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
192.4 Jason Fane A1710 30.00
1925 Ledger Properties A1710 25.00
1926 Peter Sarkus A1710 25.00
1927 Jagat Sharma A1710 25.00
1928 R. H. Park A1710 25.00
1929 Shen Fu & Ming Ming Shen A1710 30.00
1930 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
1931 Kendall Bingham Cady A1710 25.00
1932 Gus E. Lambrou A1710 25.00
1933 Ron W. Schmitt A1710 20.00
1934 Ling C. Ku A1710 15.00
1935 Robert W. Flannery A1710 25.00
1936 Anna Steinkraus A2410 961.59
TOTAL 1256.59
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. March 26 , 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Stone
ABSENT :
Commissioner (1) - Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
Acting City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
® City Controller - Spano
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0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
(� Mayor Guten erger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
m to the American flag.
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MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of March 12 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Ger ln: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 12 , 1986 meeting be
approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Ger in requested the addition of tems G , I-1 and I - Award
of Bids , and Item J - Hazardous Waste Manual - Resolution.
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Mayor Guten erger passed out copies of letters from children re-
garding safety problems on the playground on the Commons .
Supt. Dougherty will look into the problems with the playground.
Police Department Signs
Mayor Guten erger reported on a letter from the Police Commissioners
regarding a sign for the Police Department and also peripheral
street signs showing the location and direction to the Police
Department .
Supt . Dougherty responded that Eric Datz , Building Systems Super-
visor , is getting quotes on several different type signs .
Letters from First Ward Alderperson Raymond M. Schlather
Regar inaffic Light ' and Signs
Mayor Guten erger reported on two letters from Raymond M. Schlather ,
Alderperson First Ward. One requested "Children at Play" signs on
Wood Street and Cleveland Avenue and a "No Trucks" sign on Cleve-
land Avenue , the other regarding the traffic light at the inter-
section of Wood and Meadow Streets (TOPS Plaza) .
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Motion to Refer
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the matter of "Children at Play" signs on Wood
Street and Cleveland Avenue and "No Trucks" sign on Cleveland
Avenue , and the matter of the traffic light at the intersection
of Wood and Meadow Streets be referred to the Streets , Facilities ,
Parks and Refuse Committee for review and report back to the
Board.
Carried Unanimously
Conrail Communication
Mayor Gutenberger read the fallowing letter from Conrail in 4`
response to a letter he had written them regarding an incident on
March 3 , 1986 :
"Dear Mr. Mayor:
Reference to your letter of March 13 , 1986 , concerning the incident
on March 3rd, when Conrail train went through Ithaca during the
morning rush hour. We have investigated this incident and found
that we had an apparent communication failure with our conductor
at Ithaca. Our intent is not to operate through Ithaca between the
hours of 7 : 00 A.M. to 9 : 00 A.M. and 4 : 00 P.M. to 7 : 00 P.M.
Since we made that commitment , we have also been contacted by
Edward M. Olmstead, Jr. , Fire Chief, requesting that we notify the
Tompkins County Emergency Control before operating a train through
Ithaca to allow fire and emergency medical apparatus and personnel
to be moved to the west side of the train tracks .
On the morning of March 3rd, the train was delayed at Ithaca Yard
until after 7: 00 A.M. The conductor contacted the Tompkins County
Emergency Control, and mistakenly thought that that satisfied our
commitment and proceeded north through Ithaca.
We have reviewed our guidelines with this conductor on March 20th,
and he now understands our commitment to the City. Except in an
emergency, we will not operate through town during rush hours with
a long train. We will , of course , continue to notify the Tompkins
County Emergency Control of all train movements .
I apologize for the inconvenience caused to the City of Ithaca.
Sincerely,
C. H. Allen
Asst. General Manager"
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Neff Casaburri, Asst. Dean of Off Campus Housing, spoke to the
Board regarding "Collegetown Good Neighbor Day" , to be held on
April 5th. This is a cooperative effort of the Neighborhood
Council , the University, some long term residents , landlords and
merchants . One component of the event will be a litter pickup ,
which will be staged in front of 128 Dryden Road ; the other
component will be a series of community service projects . He
thanked the Board for its support of this project .
REPORT OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISON:
Report on New Position at Water Treatment Plant
AlcTerperson Hoffman reported that the Budget and Administration
Committee approved this new position, but the resolution was tabled
at the March Council Meeting . The Council felt it needed more
information before it could approve the request . The item will
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appear again on the April Council Agenda to be acted on at that
time . City Engineer Novelli will be present at that meeting to
speak to Council on this position.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Stone arrived at the meeting at 4 : 25 P.M.
Hall of Justice Renovations Schedule
Al erperson Hoffman asked w at t e progress is on the Hall of
Justice renovations schedule.
City Engineer Novelli reported that the plans are almost complete
for that project.
Industrial Park - NYSEG Site
Alderperson Hoffman stated that the Community Gardens is concerned
about how construction of the roadway might affect the gardening
0 season. There was hope that some of the construction could be
0 done by early June . He asked if it is still possible to meet that
0 timetable.
COU City Engineer Novelli responded that it appears that the gardening
site can be moved over slightly so it is not situated over the
Q drainage channel and the site would not be disturbed even if con-
struction did go forward later this year.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Personnel Appointment
Supt. Dougherty reported that he has appointed Michael Hunt as Truck
Driver, in the Engineering and Utilities Division, at $5 . 41 per hour,
effective March 23 , 1986 , and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Michael Hunt
as Truck Driver, in the Engineering and Utilities Division, at
$5. 41 per hour, effective March 23, 1986.
Carried Unanimously
Floral Avenue Property Disposition
Supt. Dougherty stated that he has received a memo from Mayor Guten-
berger concerning the Floral Avenue property disposition. He
suggested that the matter be referred to the Streets , Facilities ,
Parks and Refuse Committee.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the matter of the disposition of the Floral Avenue
property be referred to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse
Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Letter from Tompkins County Division of Assessment
Supt. Dougherty reported he has a request from the Tompkins County
Division of Assessment asking the Board to consider some arrange-
ment so that when their assessors are doing field work they would
be immune from parking tickets during County working hours .
Resolution
}3y Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request from the Tompkins County Division of
Assessment, asking for immunity from parking tickets for their
assessors during County working hours , be referred to the Parking ,
Traffic and Transit Committee.
Carried Unanimously
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NYSEG - Installation of Guy Wire Near Taynton' s -
Easement Request
Supt . Dougherty reported that NYSEG needs to install a pole and
guy wire in the vicinity of Taynton' s Trucking Terminal on Franklin
Street. NYSEG has presented an easement request to the Supt.
asking that the Board give them that right. Supt. Dougherty asks
that the Board grant the Mayor the authority to sign the easement
after the City Attorney has checked it over as to form. ARM
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt. Dougherty answered questions from the Board.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to approve the easement
for NYSEG, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
Carried Unanimously
Curb Problems on Titus Avenue
Comm. Albanese referred—to a letter he has received from Dorothy
Sholeen regarding curb problems on North Titus Creek Bank.
Supt. Dougherty stated that the curbing program is falling behind
every year. Staff asked that a special fund be established for
curbing replacement, and that has been done.
Cliff Street and Hudson Street are the two areas most in need of
curb replacement. At this time there are no plans to replace
curbing on the North Titus Creek Bank. He further stated that in
his opinion the curbing there could be removed with no adverse
effect.
No Salt Policy
Comm. Nichols brought up the subject of the "no salt policy". He _
stated that quite a few letters had been received on the subject
and there seems to be some confusion on the part of the public on
the question of salt. Comm. Nichols reported that there is not a
"no salt policy" , but rather that label has been put onto the method
used by the City for taking care of the ice and snow and perhaps
the name should be changed or further explanation given to the public
as to what the policy entails .
Supt . Dougherty stated that because of the media coverage on the
"no salt policy" , more people have been made aware of the snow and
ice control program and the City is , therefore , getting more com-
plaints . Supt . Dougherty explained that the City has reduced the
amount of salt that it uses on the streets ; that the same equipment
is used, the same streets are taken care of as before ; the main
change is in the salt and cinder mix.
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Comm. Stone reported that the people that she had heard from were
complaining more about the areas next to the curb where the public
has to step down from their automobiles not being properly taken
care of.
Mayor Gutenberger left the meeting at 4 : 45 P.M. In his absence ,
the remainder of the meeting was chaired by Vice-Chair Stone.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT AND STAFF :
Asst. to the Supt. of Public Works Priore referred to his report ,
which he had submitted to members of - the Board of Public Works ,
regarding hazardous waste. Asst . to the Supt. Priore, Comm.
Gerkin and Comm. Reeves met with Cornell University Life Safety
personnel at Cornell and he highlighted the discussion from that
meeting . He mentioned that the City and Cornell may be able to
coordinate the handling of some of the City' s hazardous waste on
a limited basis . They discussed the importance of educating
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personnel about hazardous waste and the equipment needed for
emergency spills , as well as the prices for transporting such waste .
Asst . to the Supt . of Public Works Priore stated that there should
be a County-wide alert program concerning steps to be taken in
case of hazardous waste spills . Further, the City should start
allocating more money to this program which is now mandated by
the Federal and State governments .
Asst. to the Supt. Priore reported that Cornell University was very
cooperative, the meeting was very informative and he felt that with
Cornell ' s cooperation and help, the City could do a lot in setting
up a program for disposing of hazardous waste.
Comm. Gerkin and Comm. Reeves discussed aspects of the meeting and
answered questions asked by other Board members .
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Q 1986 Ithaca Festival
O Supt. of Public Works Dougherty reported that he has had two
meetings with reference to the use of the City' s facilities for
0 the 1986 Ithaca Festival . He cannot foresee any big problems .
() The use of City properties will be a little scaled down compared
with last year and the year before , and the City is proceeding
Q on much the same agreement as it had with the Festival two years
ago concerning the use of Stewart Park. He stated that Jean
Deming is handling the negotiations and agreements for the use of
the Commons . Supt . Dougherty mentioned that the Festival people
are not too happy with the City' s response to their request to
have some musical activities in DeWitt Park and he is sure that they
will be asking the Board to give them special permission.
Supt. Dougherty reported that Festival matters are going along
well , as far as the Supt . ' s staff is concerned.
NYSEG Relighting of Dryden Road
New York State Electric & Gas has asked that the City agree to
an upgrading of the street lighting in the vicinity of the Humphrey
Building of Cornell University, as shown in the letter to Jack
Dougherty, dated February 13, 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
WHEREAS, this will be done at no cost to the City, and in fact ,
will show a minor saving to the City, and
WHEREAS, the electric line work is being paid for by Cornell
University;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board approve the proposal ,
as contained in the letter dated February 13, 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
NYSEG Lighting of Cherry Street
The sales of the Cherry Street Industrial Park lots were made with
the understanding that adequate street lights would be installed
in the area. The proposal requested of New York State Electric F,
Gas is shown on the letter to Jack Dougherty , Supt . of Public
Works , dated December 20 , 1985.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to direct New
York State Electric & Gas to install the street lights , as shown
Oil its proposal dated December 20 , 1985 .
Carried Unanimously
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Request from March of Dimes
The South Central New York Chapter of the March of Dimes has
requested permission to have amplified music in Stewart Park
during their "Walk America" program, to be held partially in
Stewart Park, on May 10 . The request is outlined in a letter to
Supt . Jack Dougherty, dated March 12 , 1986.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese ,.
RESOLVED, That this request be referred to the Streets and Facili-
ties Committee for its deliberation and review.
Carried Unanimouslys..,
Request from Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber of Commerce has requested permission to hold their
1986 Fourth of July celebration at Stewart Park. The Chamber has
agreed to limit the number of "fleas market" booths to 20 . They
have also agreed to provide port-a-johns , at their cost , and to
help with the cleanup after the event .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Chamber of Commerce be granted permission to
hold their Fourth of July celebration at Stewart Park, as outlined
in their letters of January 14, February 14 and February 25, with
the exception that the beverage station sales will be limited to
the barbecue dinner customers only.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the flea markets and
parking restrictions .
Resolution to Refer to Committee
By Comm. Nic ols : Seconded by Comm. Albanes.e. .._
RESOLVED, That the matter of the Chamber of Commerce being granted
permission to hold their Fourth of July celebration at Stewart
Park, be referred back to Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse
Committee for clarification as to the Chamber ' s understanding of
what is expected of that organization concerning flea market
setups and parking .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Nichols - Aye Reeves - Aye
Gerkin - Aye Albanese - Nay
Stone - Aye
Carried
Request from Farmers ' Market
A letter from the Ithaca Farmers ' Market, dated March 11 , 1986)
has requested a change in their DeWitt Park area operations from
Wednesdays to Tuesdays in 1986.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That this request be referred to the Streets & Facilities
Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Utility Body and Aerial Device
Bi–Ts were receive on Marc 20 , 1986 , for—a Utility Body and Aerial
Device .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing a Utility Body and Aerial
Device be awarded to Baker Equipment of Richmond, Virginia, for
their low bid of $29 , 527 , which :includes the optional impact wrench.
Carried Unanimously
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Bid Return - Cab and Chassis
Bi s tivere received on March 20 , 1986 , for a Cab and Chassis .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing a Cab and Chassis be
awarded to Feduke Ford of Vestal , New York, for its low bid of
$18 , 027.
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - 22 Ton Dump Truck
Bi s were received on March 21 , 1986 , for furnishing a 22 Ton
Dump Truck.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the bid from Mucci Motor Truck Co . of Syracuse ,
New York, be rejected because the truck body bid does not meet the
O specifications , and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing a 22 Ton
Dump Truck be awarded to Spencer Ford Sales , of Spencer , New York,
U as the lowest bidder meeting the specifications , for its bid of
m $25 , 381 . 05.
Q Carried Unanimously
Hazardous Waste Manual
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
WHEREAS, Asst . to the Superintendent of Public Works Sal Priore has
prepared a Hazardous Waste Manual , and
WHEREAS, this Manual will. serve as a temporaxy...Manual for City use ;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That this Manual be adopted as the
official Manual until further amended.
Carried Unanimously
Letter from Elizabeth Mulholland
Comm. Stone read to the Board the letter which she had received from
Elizabeth Mulholland, dated March, 1986 , in which Mrs . Mulholland
thanked the Board members for the Six Mile Creek Wildflower Preserve
being designated in her name. She stated that the Board of Public
Works has been of great help in making the Gorge area attractive
and safe . She expressed special thanks to former member of the Board,
Jerry Schickel , and to Bud Gerkin for their help.
PARKING, TRAFFIC & TRANSIT COMMITTEE
Parking Permits
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, this Board has established .that a certain number of parking
permits be sold for various parking areas , and
WHEREAS, the demand for permit parking continues to grow, and
WHEREAS, staff has surveyed the use by parkers of these facilities
and indicates the number sold can be increased in some areas with-
out any adverse effect on the operation;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following changes be
made in the number of permits sold in facilities listed:
- Seneca Parking Garage. $12 . 50 per month for the uncovered
top floors - raise from 85 to 95 permits to be sold .
- Seneca Parking Garage . $20 . 00 per month for all floors -
raise from 8S to 1.15 permits to be sold.
- Lot D. $12 . 50 per month - raise from 20 to 25 permits
to be sold.
cJ��
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the increase listed be for the months
of January through October only of each year.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Report on South Hill Traffic
Comm. Nic ols reporte that there had been a Public Information
Meeting in connection with the traffic on South Cayuga Street ,
making it a one way street, and associated questions involving the
South Hill area. He stated that there was a good turnout and very
active discussion at that meeting.
Comm. Nichols stated that the main thing coming out of the meeting
was the fact that any change in traffic on one street is going to
affect what happens on the surrounding streets ; that while a change
might be appropriate for one street it is going to divert and create
problems on adjoining streets . We therefore need to look at the
area as a whole and before making any permanent changes , some traffic
studies and traffic counts should be made. Those attending the meet-
ing were in agreement, at least on this issue. Comm. Nichols said
that discussion will be had at the next Parking, Traffic & Transit
Committee Meeting as to how to do studies and counts in a proper
scientific way.
Comm. Nichols reported that there was no argument about removing
the two-hour parking limit signs on South Hill Terrace and in the
500 block of South Cayuga Street. Doing that is one of the steps
that the City said it would do and will replace them with 24-hour
limit signs . That action will be taken as soon as the signs are
available . Comm. Nichols felt that action on making South Cayuga
Street a one-way street should be postponed until some traffic counts
in that area can be taken. ,
Supt. of Public Works Dougherty outlined the procedure for doing
traffic counts and mentioned that it should be done while the students
are in the area. Also , that the traffic count should be on a 90-day
trial in order to give everyone a chance to break old habits and
develop some new ones . Supt. Dougherty said there will be further
discussions at future Committee meetings .
Comm. Nichols stated that the community seemed to be in agreement
that South Cayuga Street should not be made a one-way street until
the traffic counts were made and would not press for action until
that had been done .
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Au it
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner Stone ,
as listed on Abstract No. 6 , in the amount of $62 ,985 . 32 for the
General Fund, and in the amount of $12 ,625. 98 for the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT :
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 50 P.M.
Callista F. Paolangeli ' 'ohn C . utenberg., r�
,Ncting City Clerk Mayor Y
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MARCH 26, 1986
13328 Pudgies Pizza F2144 48.00
13329 Bill J. Manos F2144 48.00
13330 Brunswick Corp. F2144 144.00 -
13331 Cutting Hid. Corp. F2144 48.00 -
13332 Byway Corp F2144 96.00 -
13333 W. S. Downing Jr. F2144 144.00--
13334 Zeta Beta Tau F2144 96.00
13335 Cornell University F2144 96.00-
13336 Ithaca Gun F2144 480.00-13337 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13338 Cornell University F2144 144.00 --
13339 Cornell University F2144 144.00-
13340 Alpha Delta Phi F2144 144.00 r
13341 Alpha Epsilon Pi F2144 48.00---
13342 Philip White Jr. F2144 24.00-
13343 Cornell University F2144 96.00
13344 Seal Serpent F2144 144.00-
13345 Cornell University F2144 96.00
13346 Alpha Phi F2144 144.00-
13347 Delta Phi Epsilon F2144 24.00
13348 Cornell University F2144 144.00..-
13349 Cornell University F2144 144.00-
13350 Cornell University F2144 96.00 -
13351 Phi Kappa Tau F2144 48.00
13352 Sigma I`Iu Fraternity F2144 48.00
13353 Morse Chain Co. F2144 144.00 -'
13354 Ron Lewis F2144 144.00-
13355 Peter Massicci F2144 96.00-'"
13356 David H. Hinchcliff F2144 96.00
13357 L. R. Realty F2144 96.00 ---'
13358 Block 99 Inc. F2144 288.00%
13359 D. M. Abbott/F. W. Woolworth F2144 192.00
13360 City of Ithaca F2144 96.00
13361 Elmira Bldg. F2144 192.00
13362 Visneyi-K-Mart F2144 336.00'
13363 Reconstruction Horse F2144 96.0V-
13364 McGraw Housing F2144 96.00'
13365 Ithaca Housing Authority F2144 144.00--
13366 Ithaca Housing Authority F2144 144.00--
13367 City of Ithaca F2144 96.00•--
13368 Tompkins County F2144 96.00.
13369 Knowlton Assoc. F2144 144.00-
13370 Knowlton Assoc. F2144 144.00--
13371 Macartney & Tolles Inc. F2144 24.00--
13372 Lehigh Valley House Hotel F2144 96.00
13373 Wallace Steel,Inc. F2144 144.00
13374 Pipe Welding upply F2144 144.00-
13375 Precusuiii Filters , Inc. F2144 144.00•-
13376 Board of Education F2378 96.00_-
13377 U. S. Ar-my Supply Center F2378 144.0() -
13378 Cornell University F2144 96.00-
13379 Abbott Assoc. F2144 192.00-
13380 Ernest Steiner G2122 26.54-
13381 Dave & Rosemary Abbott F2144 15.61- G2122 10.41'
13382 John Peters Wolf F2144 22.63--' G2122 15.09
13383 Gus & George Lambrou F2144 49.78 .- G2122 33.19
13384 I L F Finance Co. F2144 17.38 _ G2122 11.59,-
13385 A. J. Eckert F2144 2940.75f
13386 Evan 'Monkmeyer G2122 40.50
TOTAL 9598.15 TOTAL 137.32
APRROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1937 Harold Schultz A171O 25.00'"
1938 Ledger Properties A1710 25.00-
1939 Orson Ledger A171O 25.00
1940 Ignacio Serrano A171O 25.00
1941 Kermit C. Parsons A171O 15.00=-
1942 Liang C. Ku A171O 25.00 --
140.00
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 343
CITY- OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
7,-.(Tula- Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. April 9 , 1986
PRESENT:
:Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners - (5) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols, Slattery, Stone
A'SENT:
_on:mi.ssioner (1) - Reeves (excused)
O,HLRS PRESENT:
_.p-Z . of Public Works - Dougherty
A:�st . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
:i-Lv Engineer - Novelli
".n.mon Council Liaison - Hoffman
A-sting City Clerk - Paolangeli
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
O Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
O American flag.
® MINUTES :
U An -oval of Minutes of March 26 , 1986 Meeting
m By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
Q RESOLVED, That the minutes of the March 26, 1986 meeting be
approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Ger in requeste t e a ition o Item D - Bid Return -
Material Spreader.
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
"Ithaca Festival - Request for Performing Site
Mayor Gutenberger referred to a letter he has received from Sally
Grubb , General Coordinator of the Ithaca Festival requesting
remission for a small performing site outside "The Cheese Shop" at
320 E. State Street.
This request will be taken up at the next meeting of the Streets ,
Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee.
Pedestrian Mall Delegation from Poughkeepsie, New York
May— orGutenberger reported to the Board that on April 25 and 26th
elected representatives , staff and some merchants from the city of
Poughkeepsie are coming to Ithaca. They have a pedestrian mall in
their downtown and are interested in how the City of Ithaca operates
their mall . An agenda is being prepared for the delegates . Notices
will be sent out to Alderperso.ns and Board members when the agenda is
finalized.
Shade Tree Committee
Mayor Guten erger stated that there will be an announcement out in
the next few weeks concerning the re-establishment of the Shade Tree
Committee.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Stewart Park Marry-Go-Round
Montgomery May spoke to the Board requesting permission for an
operating permit to run the merry-go-round in Stewart Park.
Mr. May has run it for the past few years and would like to continue
to do so.
Mr. May will meet with Supt. Dougherty to work out final arrangements.
Recycling Task Force
Earl Arnol , representing the Recycling Task Force spoke to the
Board regarding strengthening and tightening up the ordinance on
trash collection and comprehensive plan for recycling.
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The Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee will meet with
the Recycling Task Force to work on a comprehensive plan.
Farmers ' Market - Change of Days for Market
Anna Stein raus , President of the Ithaca Farmers ' Market spoke to
the Board regarding changing the Market ' s days from Wednesday, Thursday,
and Saturday to a Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday market this year. This
would be done on a trial basis .
Spencer Road Traffic
Donald Enright, 520 Spencer Road, spoke to the Board regarding conce o+as
about Spencer Road traffic. He presented a plan to the Board.
Comm. Nichols stated that Mr. Enright ' s plan will be considered at
the next meeting of the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee.
REPORT OF CITY CONTROLLER:
Financing for Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant
Deputy Controller Cafferillo gave a brie report on the financing for
the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant .
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Creation of New Trainee Position at the Water Treatment Plant
Alderperson Hoffman reported that the creation of a new trainee
position at the Water Treatment Plant was approved by Common Council
at their April meeting.
Stewart Park Master Plan Report
Alderperson Hoffman reported that Common Council decided to take the
next step in the development of the Stewart Park Master Plan which
is to pay an architect with a partial grant from the State for more
detailed drawings of the new traffic circulation plan amd other
improvements that were included in the original master. plan.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Pro essional Engineering License
Supt. Dougherty announced that the State has issued Asst. Supt .
Sal Priore a license to practice as a Professional Engineer.
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Stearns and Wheler
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from Stearns and
Wheler for professional engineering services rendered in connection
with the Design and Construction of Wasterwater Monitoring
Stations be approved.
September 1985 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... $2 , 147 . 64
January 1986. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 232 . 30
Carried Unanimously
Revision of Watershed Rules and Regulations
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the City' s Watershed Protection Rules and Regulations
are over 50 years old and require updating in order to cope
i with modern problems ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Chief Water Treatment Plant Operator and
the City Engineer are authorized to prepare revised Watershed
Protection Rules and Regulations for review by the Water and
Sewer Committee and the Board of Public Works .
Council Liaison Hoffman requested that the 6-Mile Creek Committee
be involved in this review.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc .
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca Area
Wastewater Treatment Plant Monitoring Stations , be approved
in the amount of $14, 811. 36.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investi ations , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soil Investigations ,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the slope failure
24" raw water main, be approved in the amount of $4, 973. 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Herbert S. McCall , P.E.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Herbert S. McCall, P.E.
for services rendered in connection with an electric power
costs reduction study for the Water Department , be approved
in the amount of $525 . 00, which is a final 10% of the contract
amount.
0 Carried Unanimously
O
® STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
( ) Request to Kemove Sidewalk
co The property owner at 106-108 Maple Grove Place has requested
Q permission to discontinue the sidewalk abutting their property.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, this sidewalk does not seem to be serving a purpose in
the area; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That permission be granted to Sam M. and Charette Wheelis
to remove the sidewalk abutting their property upon application
for a street permit and at their own expense.
Carried Unanimously
Request from Chamber of Commerce - July 4th Celebration
The Chamber of Commerce has requested permission to hold their 1986
Fourth of July celebration at Stewart Park. The Chamber has agreed
to limit the number of "flea market" booths to 20 and to require
the booth operators to park in a designated location only. They have
also agreed to limit the area of parking for the flea market vendors
as shown in the letter dated March 31, 1986 , to provide port-a-johns
at their cost , and to help with the cleanup after the event .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Chamber of Commerce be granted permission to
hold their Fourth of July celebration at Stewart Park as outlined in
their letters of January 14 , February 14, February 25 and March 31,
1986, with the exception that the beverage station sales will be
limited to the barbecue dinner customers only.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (4) - Albanese , Slattery, Stone , Gerkin
Nay (1) - Nichols
Carried
Request from Farmers ' Market
The Ithaca Farmers ' Market has requested permission to change their
day of operation in the DeWitt Park area from Wednesday to Tuesday.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the request from the Ithaca Farmers ' Market be
approved under the same terms and conditions as the Wednesday
operation.
Carried Unanimously
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Award of Contract - Material Spreader
Bids were receive on -April 2 , 1986 for a material spreader.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing one material spreader
be awarded to Seneca Supply for their low bid of $7 ,355. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Award of Contract - Street Trees
Bids were received on April 3, 1986 for furnishing Street
Trees .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing Street Trees for
spring planting be awarded to Schichtel ' s Nursery of Orchard
Park, New York for their low bid totaling $2 ,411. 70.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Welliver Construction Co. , Inc..
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That the payment request from Welliver Construction
Co . , Inc. for services rendered for the reconstruction of
the entrance at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center; be approved
in the amount of $15, 300. This is a final payment.
Carried Unanimously
Floral Avenue Property
A memo has been received from the Mayor and one from the
City Attorney regarding Floral Avenue property disposition.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin �= .
RESOLVED, That these memos be referred to the Streets & Facilities
Committee for their recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Parking Permits - Report
The City Chamberlain presented a summary of the results of
the sale of parking permits for the period beginning April
1, 1986.
Comments from the Chamberlain' s staff have indicated a much
happier group of customers due to the increased number of
permits available. The Chamberlain notes that we have 16
unsold $20 permits in the Seneca Parking Garage , and 4 unsold
permits at the West State Street parking lot .
Retainage Release - Architectural Finishes , Inc .
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the retainage amount held in connection with
the restoration of the Seneca Street Parking Garage , be paid
to Architectural Finishes , Inc. for their work on Phase I
of this project . This is a final payment in the amount of
$7 , 501 . 39. Carried Unanimously
R
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , P. C.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C. for professional services rendered in connection with
the Seneca Street Garage, be approved in the amount of $1 , 816. 21.
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for subsurface invetigation, lab testing and engineering
services rendered in connection with the Collegetown Parking
Garage, be approved in the amount of $6 , 170.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Audit
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Stone as listed on Abstract No. 7 in the amount of $54, 538. 23
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $10 ,983. 37 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that
bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 23) .
which have been reviewed by the SJS subcommittee, be approved
in the amount of $575, 513. 96.
O Carried Unanimously
O ADJOURNMENT:
® On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4 : 50 P.M.
U
m
Q
Callista F. Paolangel n C. Gutenberger
Acting City Clerk - ayor
JOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
`j ri1 9, 1986
13387 Helen Freeman G2122 31.92
13388 Frederick Doelle F2144 20.65 62122 13.76
133,39 A.J. Eckert Co. F2144 153.47
13390 Village of
T.rumansbur_g F2378 302.34
13391 Harold .Snith 02122 2,077.88
13392 .Morse Crain Co. 62120 175.00
13393 Town of Ithaca ('2374 386.13
13394 Town of Ithaca G2374 271.32
13395 Town of Ithaca 62374 231.10
13396 Town of Ithaca 62374 196.65
13397 Town of Ithaca G2374 124.89
13398 Town of Ithaca G2374 146.42
13399 Town of Ithaca 62374 247.95
13,400 Druden ,Sewer Dist. #2 G2374 670.36
Total $476.46 Total $4,573.38
APPROVF,D BY FI1 NCE CO1111ITTFE
1943 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
1944 Liana C. Ku
`6ping Li clang A1710 25.00
1.945 Harold Feldman A1710 20.00
1946 Lawrence Hull A1710 25.00
1947 Jason Fane 7.1710 25.00
1948 R.H.P. Properties A1710 25.00
1949 David Keyser .11710 1,179.68
1950 clew York. State Electric & Gas 63.00
Total $ 1,387.68
F'°
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 349
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. April 23, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery, Stone
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Albanese
In absence of Mayor Gutenberger, who arrived at the meeting
at 4 : 40 P.M. , the meeting was chaired by Vice-Chair Stone.
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Chamberlain - Parsons
O Asst .to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
O PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Vice-Chair Stone led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
U to the American flag.
m MINUTES:
Q Approval of Minutes of April 9, 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the April 9, 1986 meeting be
approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee -
Comm. Nichols requested the addition of Item B - Cleveland
Avenue - Signage; Item C - Meadow Street/ Wood Street Intersection
- Signage; Item D - Spencer Road - Traffic.
No Board member objected.
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Ger in requested the addition of Item B - Request for
Permission - Field Tests on Pipelines .
No Board member objected.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Collegetown - Si ewal Sales
Supt . Dougherty reported that the Collegetown Enhancement
Association has requested permission to hold their annual
sidewalk sales days on May 9th and 10th. Permission has
been granted on the basis of the same circumstances as in
the past .
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Collegetown Parking Project
City Engineer Novelli reported that the Collegetown Parking
Garage and streets improvement project is being designed
by our architects and preliminary plans will be available
shortly.
Repairs to the 60 Foot Dam and Relocation of 24" Raw Water
Main at Watershed
City Engineer Novelli reported that design for repairs to
the 60 Foot Dam are starting, and also relocation of the
24" raw water main in the watershed that is a parellel
relocation to sidestep a landslide problem.
Seneca Street and Green Street Parking Garages
City Engineer Novelli reported staff is completing design
and a final cost estimate on Seneca Street Parking Garage
repairs and will be following that up with design for repairs
350
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to the Green Street Parking structure. Seneca Street Garage
repairs should be bid next week and the Green Street Garage
repairs will be bid in early May.
'dYastcwa nZ L a oons
City Engineer Novelli stated that the contractor is preparing
to finish construe ion ..,A the Wastewater Lagoons for the
Water Treatment Plant and it should be finished by the end
of Way.
Cass Park Pool Repairs
City Engineer Novelli reported that the Cass Park Pool repairs
have started. The project involves a new lining for the .,.., .
pool. The contractor has started the removal of the old
lining.
Youth Bureau Facility
City Engineer Novelli stated that the structural slab is
now being placed and the contractor will start the erection
of the steel frame work in May. The project is ahead of
schedule.
Wilcox Press
City Engineer Novelli reported that on April 22nd, he met
with some Council members , the Mayor, and representatives
from the Department of Conservation. The subject was Wilcox
Press ' continuing problems with air pollution and citizen
complaints .
The City is continuing to urge residents with complaints
to forward them to the City Engineer and he will obtain a
report from the DEC monthly on the status of Wilcox reporting to "the
., DEC on any bypasses or shutdowns that they have with their
air pollution equipment . Staff will then.=try to correlate „m,
shutdowns with complaints . This could lead to a hearing
with residents of the City presenting evidence that the firm
is posing a significant nuisance to them and Wilcox Press ay
presenting their side. A decision would then be made by
the Commissioner of Environmental Conservation.
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Stewart Avenue Bridge Pipeline Replacement
Bids were received on April 16 , 1986 for replacement of the
Stewart Avenue Bridge Pipeline .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the contract for replacement of the Stewart
Avenue Bridge Pipeline be awarded to Paolangeli Contractor,
'Option "B", for $67 , 500 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Permission - Field Tests on Pipelines
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, Harry E. Stewart , Asst . Professor at the Cornell
University School of Civiland Environmental_ Engineering, has -
requested permission to hold field tests on buried pipelines
at the Old Burns Road site near the silt dam, and *+
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed this proposal and feels that
the project would not interfere in any way with our use of
the property; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That permission be granted for the use of the site
from now until December 1 , 1987 , as outlined in the proposal
dated April 2 , 1986 , a copy of which is on file in the City
Engineer ' s office.
Carried Unanimously
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STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - William-Downin Associates
By Comm. Gerkin: Secon e y Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the payment request from William Downing Associates
for services rendered for the supervision of construction of
the Ithaca Youth Bureau, be approved in the amount of $1, 334. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Floral Avenue Properties Disposition
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, requests have been received to make properties available
for sale, properties being now owned by the City on Floral Avenue, and
WHEREAS, staff has investigated these properties and finds no
Public Works reasons for keeping the properties ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works recommends that the
properties shown on Tax Map 74, Block 3, Lots 5 and 6 be offered
for sale.
0 Carried Unanimously
0 Request from Ithaca Festival
0 The Ithaca Festival as requested permission to use a portion of
(-) the sidewalk in front of "The Cheese Shop" at 320 East State Street
m as a performing site during the Ithaca Festival.
Q Resolution 6
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, an investigation has shown that the use of this site will
be for only 15 or 20 minutes time periods and that pedestrians
will still be able to move past this site ; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the request of the Ithaca _Festival , as indicated
in their letter of April 1, 1986, be approved, with the additional
stipulation that the usage be limited to individual performances .
Carried Unanimously
Carousel - Stewart Park
Mr. Montgomery May has operated a carousel at Stewart Park
under a license from the City for the past three years . The
Board has waived the usual fee during that time period to allow
Mr. May to rehabilitate the carousel .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, the staff feels that the carousel at the park is an
important attraction, and
WHEREAS, Mr. May has been rehabilitating the carousel and will
continue to do so ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That a permit be issued to Mr. Montgomery may for a
fee of $1 . 00 for 1986, with the intention of continuing the fee
annually for $1 . 00 for 1987 and 1988 , and be it further
RESOLVED, That an insurance certificate in the amount of $500 , 000
be required by the permittee naming the City as also insured,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works hereby authorizes the
Superintendent to issue said permit to Mr. Montgomery May under
the terms and conditions necessary for the safe operation and
maintenance of the carousel .
Carried Unanimously
Designation of Spring Pickup Week
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the week of May 12 through May 16 , inclusive, be
designated as "Spring Pickup Week" during which time a
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separate pickup will be made of items of household refuse
not normally collected in the regular weekly trash pickup
in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Superintendent .
Residents shall place this refuse at curbside on their regular
collection day; business areas will be limited to one day
onlv. wBich has been designated as Tuesday, May 13.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Request from Tompkins County Division of Assessment
A request has been received from the Tompkins County Division
of Assessment asking that their field personnel be immune
from parking tickets during County working hours .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the Committee feels that the payment for parking
of County Assessment vehicles should be viewed as part of
the normal costs of operations ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the request be denied.
Motion to Table
By Comm. Nic ols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the request from Tompkins County Division
of Assessment regarding immunity from parking tickets during
County working hours for their field personnel be tabled.
Carried Unanimously
Cleveland Avenue - Request for Signage
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That in response to a neighborhood request , the
Traffic Engineer be directed to have "Children at Play" signs
installed on Cleveland Avenue .
Carried Unanimously
Meadow Street/Wood Street Intersection - Signage `
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, the incidence of ' right turn on red' at the inter-
section of Meadow/Wood Street and the entrance to TOPS Plaza
is high, and
WHEREAS, the safety of the pedestrians crossing at this inter-
section is jeopardized by permissive ' right turn on red' ;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Traffic Engineer be directed to have this
intersection posted in all directions for "No Turn on Red" ,
subject to approval , if necessary, by the NYS DoT.
Carried Unanimously
Spencer Road - Traffic
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, requests have been made to reduce the amount of
' thru' traffic on Spencer Road, and
WHEREAS, the Committee has heard a number of suggestions
concerning methods of reducing this traffic; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That Spencer Road be posted for "No Thru Traffic"
for a 60-day trial period, after which time , if a significant
reduction in through traffic has not been shown, the traffic
signal at the Elmira Road/Spencer Road intersection will
then be put on a "flashing" mode for an additional trial
period.
Carried Unanimously
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Notice of Meeting
Comm. Nichols announced that the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee will be meeting on the first Monday of each month
at 7 : 30 P.M. in the Superintendent ' s Office.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Audit
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Stone as listed on Abstract No. 8 in the amount of $41, 550. 91
for the General Fund, and in the amount . of $10, 064. 77 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment, and it
is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Comm. Slattery reported that on Friday, April 18th, on his
0 way downtown he came across a sound truck with young people
0 on the back making derogatory remarks . He asked if they
0 had gotten a permit to ;operate the truck.
U Discussion followed on the floor.
m
Q Mayor Gutenberger will investigate the incident .
NEW BUSINESS:
Annual North American Snow Conference
Comm. Reeves reported t at she attended the North American
Snow Conference held in Rochester, New York on April 13 through
April 16. She presented a detailed description of the many
workshops she attended. A written summary of the conference
is available for anyone interested in obtaining a copy.
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee :
Request From Tompkins County Division of Assessment
Resolution to Lift From Table
By Comm. Nichols : Secon e y Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the request from Tompkins County Division
of Assessment be lifted from the table.
Carried Unanimously
Discussion followed on the floor:
Motion to Refer
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the matter of immunity from parking tickets
for the Tompkins County Division of Assessment be referred
to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for review
and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 15 P.M.
1
Callista . Paolangeli n C. Gutenberger u
City Clerk ayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
APRIL 23, 1986
13401 Ithaca College G2122 106.09
13402 Ithaca College G2122 49.03
13403 Fred Small G2122 26.54
13404 Chi Psi Fraternity G2122 50.08
13405 Cornell University G2122 33.54
13406 Lamorou,Yound, Steh
Gerkin G2122 69.90
13407 Fernando Macera F2144 16.45 G2122 10.96
1340(" Fernando Macera F2144 14.47 G2122 9.65
13409 A. Hailstork G2122 23.12
13410 Hubbard Construction G2122 158.07
13411 McGuire & Bennett, Inc. F2144 139.73
13412 James Orcutt F2144 358.80 G2122 437.40
13413 James Orcutt G2122 108.89
13414 James Iacovelli G2122 95.96
13415 James Iacovelli G2122 95.96
1341E Bongiovanni, Inc. F2142 211.72
13417 Mancini & Sons, Inc. G2122 80.62
13410 Correll University F2650 105.40
13419 Correll University G2120 86,971.40
TOTAL 896.57 TOTAL 88,327.21
TOTAL 89,223.78
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
1951 Ledger Properties A1710 25.00
1952 Ignacio Serrano A1710 25.00
1953 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
75.00
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. May 14, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Stone
Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Asst . to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
O Mayor Guten erger leU all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
® to the- American flag.
® MINUTES:
U Approval of Minutes of April 23, 1986 meeting
cc By Comm. Ger ik n- econded yyCCo+mm. Stone
Q RESOLVED, That the minutes of the April 23, 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried-Urianimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Ger in requested t e addition of Item E - Contract
for services - Chief Operator, IAWTP; Ite. R - Payment request
- M. Hubbard Construction, Inc. and Item G - Disposition
of old sewage treatment plant property at First and Franklin
Streets .
No Board member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE BOARD:
Kirk D. Seager, 527 E. Buffalo Street, Apt . 6, spoke to
the Board regarding his -car being towed from the 300 block
of Fairmount Avenue on April 17 at 10: 57 A.M. He believes
it was towed due to street cleaning that was going on. He
stated that the signs that state "No Parking-Street Work"
were not there when he parked there nor when he left to go
to classes the next day. When he returned home from classes
his car had been towed. He would like to be reimbursed $37.50
for towing charge and $10. 00 in lost wages .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Motion to Refer to Committee
By Comm. Albanese : SeconUeU by Comm. -Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of reimbursement to Kirk D. Seager
for towing expenses be referred to the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee with power to act .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF CITY CONTROLLER:
Permanent Financing Report
Deputy Controller Ca erillo gave a brief report relating
to the permanent financing that was done the week of May
5 for the sewer treatment plant project .
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REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Recycling Project
Al erperson Hoffman reported on a visit to Hamburg, New York
on May 13 to look at their recycling system. He reported
that the operation there is very impressive. Recycling
Coordinator, Lynn Leopold, 'will present the Board with a
written report of the trip.
Endorsement of Permit Parking System
Al erperson Hoffman reported that at the Common Council meeting '""
on May 7, Council endorsed state legislation that would enable
the City of Ithaca to institute a residential parking permit
system. w
6 - 1 Parking Arrangement
Comm. Albanese reported on a meeting held May 13 regarding
a 6 - 1 alternate side parking system. Six nights a week
residents could park park on either side of the street and
one night a week they would not be able to park on the designated
street . This would facilitate the cleaning of streets and
snow removal. Fall Creek would be the first area where it
i might be tried out . Sometime in June the plan will be presented
to the Fall Creek Civic Association for discussion and response.
Comm. Nichols responded that he disagrees with the plan and
would like some clarification as to the make-up of the committee
that is studying it .
Mayor Gutenberger responded that he will look into the make-up
of the ad-hoc committee and report back to the Board.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Ap ointment
Supt. Doug erty reported that he had appointed Barbara J. , .
Brown as a part-time meter checker at $4. 67 per hour, effective
May 19, 1986, and he asks the Boards concurrence.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the large turn
over of personnel in these positions . Supt . Dougherty will
ask Pete Malison to attend the next Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee meeting to express his feelings on the
turn over problem.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Barbara
J. Brown as a part-time meter checker at $4. 67 per hour,
effective May 19 , 1986.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Collegetown Project
City Engineer Novelli reported that the architect has finsihed
plans for the Collegetown parking garage and Collegetown
street improvements . They are available for anyone who wishes
to review them.
REPORT OF ASST. TO SUPT. '"
Roadway around new YoutF Bureau Facility
Asst . to Supt . Priore reported that his staff is in the last
phase of pavement . Within a few weeks the final pavement
will be on and traffic will move on the new road. Hopefully
the turnaround will be completed by mid-July.
Mayor Gutenberger asked about the request to re-name the
new stretch of road "Martin Luther King Drive . "
Supt . Dougherty responded that as soon as the area is annexed
this request can be acted on.
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REPORT OF OTHER DEPARTMENT HEADS:
Request for Expungement on Water Bill
City Chamberlain Parsons presented a letter she had received
from Donna J. Tomkiewicz , Secretary for Omega Tau Sigma at
200 Willard Way, requesting expungement of a late charge
on the water bill for the sorority.
Motion to Refer
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request for expungement of a late charge
on a water bill for Omega Tau Sigma be referred to the Water
and Sewer Committee for review.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Broome In ustrial Construction Co.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Broome Industrial Construction
Co. for services rendered in connection with masonry repair
0 of the Elm Street Reservoir, be approved in the amount of
$1,036. 29_.
O Carried Unanimously
® Award of Bid - Aluminum Trench Box
U Bids were received on April 29, 1986 for supplying one aluminum
m trench box.
Q
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying one aluminum trench
box be awarded to Rupp Rental & Sales Corp. of Syracuse ,
N.Y. for their bid of $6, 763.
Carried Unanimously
Intermunicipal Water Agreement
By Comm. GerkTn--* Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works authorized the Mayor to
execute the proposed Intermunicipal Water Agreement on March
12, 1980, and
WHEREAS, staff members of the Ithaca Department of Public
Works , Cornell Utilities Division, and Southern Cayuga Lake
Intermunicipal Water Authority, have jointly reviewed and
revised the document such that it is acceptable to all parties ;
now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Mayor is authorized to execute the Agreement
on behalf of the Board of Public Works , subject to approval
by the City Attorney.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Herbert S. McCall , P.E.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Herbert S. McCall ,
P.E. For additional services rendered in connection with
the Electric Power Cost Reduction Study at the Water Treatment
Plant , be approved in the amount of $3,330 .
Carried Unanimously
Contract for services - Chief Operator - Ithaca Area Wastewater
Treatment Plant
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, it is a requirement that the City provide a Chief
Operator, possessing a lA license to oversee training, startup
activities , operations , and other functions for the new Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , and
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WHEREAS, the Special Joint Subcommittee of the Ithaca Area
Wastewater Treatment Plant has reviewed candidates for Chief
Operator for the new Wastewater Treatment Plant , and
WHEREAS, the Special Joint Subcommittee recommends that the
City enter into a contract with Mr. Gary N. Gleason to provide
such services , and
WHEREAS, costs of such contract shall be paid from the joint
Capital Project fund shared by all owners ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent is hereby authorized to
execute an Agreement with Mr. Gleason in the form approved
by the Special Joint Subcommittee , effective May 15, 1986.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc .
By Comm. Ger in: beconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , Wastewater Monitoring Stations ,
Contract No. 7 - General Partial Payment #5, be approved
in the amount of $15, 675 .
Carried Unanimously
Disposition of old Sewage Treatment Plant property at First
and Franklin Streets
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, interest has been expressed in the site of the existing
Sewage Treatment Plant Control Building, Greenhouse , Vacuum
Filter Building, Sedimentation Basins and other structures ,
and
WHEREAS, Water and Sewer Committee recognizes that the site
may have alternate uses beneficial to the City after it is
no longer required for wastewater treatment purposes ; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works supports the use
of this property for alternate uses , provided that
1 . Funds be provided to construct storage on the
site of the Water Building, equivalent to that
now provided by the Greenhouse .
2 . Payments representing fair market value for the
existing Sewage Treatment Plant site shall be
credited to the Sewer Fund.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Amendment to Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That item 2 after Therefore be it Resolved, read
as follows :
"Any payments for the use/sale of the existing Sewage ,
Treatment Plant site shall be credited to the Sewer
Fund. "
Carried Unanimously
v �
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Award of Bid - Sidewalk Construction
Bids were received on May 12 , 1986 for the 1986 annual sidewalk
construction program.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED; That the contract for the 1986 annual sidewalk
construction program be awarded to Ithaca Rigging for their
bid of $42, 800.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Broome Industrial Construction
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from Broome Industrial
Construction for services rendered in connection with Cass
Park Pool repairs , be approved in the amount of $24,.700.
Carried Unanimously
o Payment Request - Dam Builders
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
O RESOLVED, That 4 payment request from Danby Builders for
® services rendered in connection with the renovation of the
U G. I ,A.C. Multi-purpose room, be approved in the amount of
m $14, 956. This is a final payment.
Q Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - A.J. Eckert Company, Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from A.J. Eckert Company,
Inc. for services in connection with construction of the
Ithaca Youth Bureau, be approved in the amount of $1, 520.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - James L. Lewis , Inc.
By Comm. tone : Seconded y Comm. Albanese-
RESOLVED, That a payment request from James L. Lewis , Inc.
for services rendered in connection with construction of
the Ithaca Youth Bureau, be approved in the amount of $7,080.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Williams Electrical
Construction, Inc. for services rendered in connection with
construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau, be approved in the
amount of $15 , 479. 30 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - William C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Co . , Inc. for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facilitiies , be approved in the
amount of $36 , 575 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING,. TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMTTTEE:
Request for Temporary Bus Driver
A us river as been absent due to health reasons for an
extended period of time , and the prognosis is not good for
his return.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the complement of the Transit Section be temporarily
increased by one full-time bus driver pending approval by
the Common Council , and be it further
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RESOLVED, That this increase in the complement be only until
Mr. Denmark has returned or has retired, or his employment
with the City has been terminated.
Carried Unanimously
Request for "Children at Play" signs on Wood Street - Report
Comm. Nichols reporteT that the committee inves:Fi—gated the
Wood Street playground area and found that there are a number
of signs in that area stating "Playground". The committee
does not feel it is necessary to place additional "Children
at Play" signs in that area. A resolution will be forthcoming
at the next Board meeting.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Au it
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Reeves
as listed on Abstract No. 9 in the amount of $87 , 594. 47 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $11, 029 . 14 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that bills
submitted in connection with the construction of the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No . 24) which have
been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved in the
amount of $584, 589. 52 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF LIAISONS:
Planning Board Liaison
Comm. Albanese reported that as liaison to the Planning Board
he has received two requests in the form of resolutions .
One is a resolution regarding traffic concerns on Spencer
Road which has been referred to the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee. The second is a resolution referring
to the drainage problems on Spencer Road referred to the
Streets and Facilities Committee .
Spencer Road Neighborhood Association
Comm. Slattery reported that Fie attended the meeting of the
Spencer Road Neighborhood Association on May 8 . There was
a great deal of concern over the traffic on Spencer Road.
They indicated they were skeptical about the workability
of the "no thru traffic" signs that will be put up for a
60 day trial period. However, they were in agreement they
should be tried.
Concerns regarding the traffic light on Elmira Road at
Zikakis Chevrolet were also expressed.
The residents of this area will try to arrive at a consensus
and bring back a recommendation to the Parking, Traffic and
Transit Committee .
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 25 P.M.
a lista F. Paolangeli o n C. Guten erge
City Clerk Mayor ,
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
MAY 14, 1986
13420 Marguerite Burns G2122 26.54
13421 Enornie Broug::ton G2122 26.54
13422 Circle Square Co. G2122 16 0.66
13423 Ithaca College G2122 49.03
13424 Hubbard Const. G2122 26.54
13425 Kimble Plumbing F2144 214.95
13426 Village of Trumansburg F2378 90.36
13427 Stanley Biscup F2144 561.90 G2122 417.90
13423 Fernando Macera F2160 65.51
F2144 54.00
13429 Paolangeli Const F2144 523.41
13430 City of Ithaca F2801 175.54
13431 City of It_iaca F21c'03 179.43
105.13 707.21
TOTAL $2572.34
1955 Ledger Properties A1710 25.00
1956 Gus E. Lam'orou A1710 25.00
1957 R H P A1710 25.00
195E Jason Fane A1710 25.00
1959 William Lower A1710 25.00
1960 Cayuga Lumber A2590 713.1"1
1901 Donald Darrow A1710 104.03
1962 Harriet Lamb A1710 77.91
1025.55
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
361
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. May 28, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery
Stone
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Common Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Clerk - Paolangeli
City Controller - Spano
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Community Development Administrator - Goldwyn
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
0 MINUTES:
0 Approval of Minutes of May 14, 1986 meeting
0 By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Nic ols
U RESOLVED, That the minutes of the May 14, 1986 meeting be
approved as published.
cc Carried Unanimously
a
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested that Item A under Water and Sewer Committee
be moved to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
as Item I .
No Board member objected.
Report of Superintendent
Supt . Dougherty requested the addition of an expungement
of bill under his report .
No Board member objected.
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested to report on matter in progress .
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Report on Alternate Side Parking - Ad-Hoc Committee
Mayor Gutenberger stated that when he originally appointed
the committee to look into the question of alternate side
parking, he appointed the members of the Parking, Traffic
and Transit Committee from the Board of Public Works and
three Alderpersons from Common Council .
He gave background information on the structure of the committee
and how it had changed due to people leaving office . In
order to retain the committee as originally appointed, he
is appointing Commissioners Nichols , Stone , Reeves and Slattery
from the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee of the Board
of Public Works and Alderpersons Killeen, Peterson and Booth
from Common Council . This should bring the committee back
to its original structure .
He informed the Board of a public informational meeting of
the Alternate Side Parking Ad-Hoc Committee to be held on
Thursday, June 5 , at 7 : 00 P.M. at the Fall Creek School .
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PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Encroachment Request from David Zwiebel
David Zwiebel , 409 N. Cayuga Street , asked the Board to grant
an encroachment license for property he is purchasing at
412 N. Aurora Street.
RPsol_ution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grants an encroachment
license to David Zwiebel for the property located at 412 ,MR
N. Aurora Street , Ithaca, New York, subject to a fee to be
established at a later date.
Carried Unanimously ,
Expun ement Request on Water Bill
Mayor Guten erger reacT a letter from David Wong, 904 E. State
Street, requesting expungement of a 10% penalty on a water
bill.
Resolution
By Comm_ Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the matter of expungement of a 10% penalty
on a water bill for David Wong be referred to the Water and
Sewer Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Sewage Treatment Plant Progress Report
Al erperson Hoffman reported that the construction of the
Sewage Treatment Plant is ahead of schedule by as much as
two months and the new Chief Operator is on the job . There
are still some problems with the construction of the digestor
tank but hopefully the problems will be corrected and won' t
hold up the scheduled opening of the plant" ._
Repavement of Franklin Street
Al erperson Hoffman ask-e Supt . Dougherty about plans for
repaving and curbing of Franklin Street and whether the future
use of this site for the Farmer ' s Market, or any other use ,
would have a bearing on how the repaving and curbing will
proceed.
Supt . Dougherty responded that the contract requires that
the - property be put back in the same condition as before
the project started.
It was suggested that a determination be made as soon as
possible as to what will be done with this property. City
Engineer Novelli was asked to check with the contractor to
find out what flexibility the City has regarding the repaving
and curbing.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Appointment L1Q_Aa A1Q_ (Y�)
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has appointed Guy as
�a Water Treatment Plant Operator at the annual salary of
, $12 , 419 , effective May 5 , 1986 and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Guy
e as a Water Treatment Plant Operator at the annual salary
of $12 , 419 , effective May S , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
City Engineer Novelli commended Guy Blake for earning his
2A Water Treatment Plant Operator ' s license .
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Ex ungement of Bill #1772 to New York State Electric & Gas
Supt . Dougherty reported that last year a parking meter was
damaged on Dryden Road and NYSE&G was billed $58 . 72 for the
damage based on the information we had at the time . Since
then we found the information was in error. He would like
the Board to expunge the bill .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bill #1772 in the amount of $58 . 72 billed
to NYSE&G be expunged.
Carried Unanimously
CITY ENGINEER REPORT:
Dredging of Beebe Lake by Cornell
City Engineer Novelli reported that he has been informed
by Cornell University that they plan on dredging Beebe Lake
this summer. They asked if the City has any concerns or
requirements. He advised Cornell that in his opinion, it
O would be no different than the City dredging our silt dam
0 on Six Mile Creek. They should follow DEC requirements and
and obtain a permit to do the work properly.
(� STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - William Downing Associates
Q By Comm. Stone : Secon e y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from William Downing Associates
for services rendered in connection with supervision of construction
of the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility in April , be approved
in the amount of $1 , 334 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Public Hearing - Sidewalks
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkiif-
WHEREAS, the annual sidewalk inspection program has commenced
for 1986, 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 ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That June 25, 1986 at 4 : 00 P.M. be established
as the date for a public hearing on sidewalks , at which time
the owners of the 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 owner' s expense and the
expense thereof collected in accordance with Section 5 . 30
of the City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Mural at G. I .A.C.
The Greater Ithaca Activities Center has previously requested
that permission be given to them to paint a mural on the
brick wall at the GIAC building.
The Streets & Facilities Committee has been concerned about
future maintenance of the mural , and the GIAC Board of Directors
has agreed to maintain this mural after its completion.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That permission be given to the Greater Ithaca
Activites Center to paint a mural on the north outside wall
of the GIAC gymnasium.
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Discussion followed on the floor over concerns regarding
public input ,maintenance of mural , design of mural and
responsibility for the mural .
Resolution to Table
By Comm. Stone : econded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the matter of a mural for GIAC be tabled until
further information is received and concerns over the mural
are answered.
Carried Unanimously
Spencer Road/Elmira Road Drainage
The Planning and Development Board has requested the assistance
of the City Engineer in analyzing the drainage problems in
the Spencer Road/Elmira Road areas .
Resolution
By Comm. 'Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the City Engineer be directed to investigate
these problems and to present proposals for solutions to
the problems after his investigation is completed.
Carried Unanimously
Authorization to Execute Agreement with NYSE$G
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, The New York State Electric $ Gas Corporation (NYSEG)
has -requested an easement over City of Ithaca owned property
for an existing power line, and
N-HEREAS, the granting of the easement presents potential obstacles
to the development of the planned industrial park to occupy
the parcel effected, and
WHEREAS, NYSEG has cooperated in the negotiation of an easement
agreement which addresses the City' s concerns ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works hereby authorizes
the Mayor to execute an easement agreement with NYSEG covering
the subject power line , including the phrase :
Grantee shall remove said electric line and
easement from the property of the Grantor
within 90 days of the request of the Grantor
and at no cost to the Grantor.
Carried Unanimously
Award of Bid - Transit Mix Concrete
Bids were received on May 23, 1986 for supplying Transit
Mix Concrete .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying transit mix concrete
be awarded to Saunders Concrete of Nedrow, New York, as the
only bid meeting the specifications .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Award of Bid - Bituminous Products
Bids were recieved on May 23, 1986 for supplying bituminous
products .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying bituminius products
be awarded to Vestal Asphalt for their bid on Items 1 and 2 ;
and to Penn-Cann Road Materials , Inc . , for their bid on Item 3.
Carried Unanimously
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Bid Award - Asphalt Concrete
Bids were received on May 23, 1986 for supplying asphalt
concrete.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying asphalt concrete
be awarded to General Crushed Stone Co. of Jamesville, New
York.
Carried Unanimously
Thurston Avenue Bridge Funding
By Comm. tone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is eligible for $100,000 for
rehabilitation of the Thurston Avenue Bridge over Fall Creek
under the Local Bridge Program, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council must make formal application
for this funding; now, therefore, be it
0 RESOLVED, That the following resolution be forwarded to the
0 Common Council for immediate action:
0 WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 836 of the Laws of 1983
U and Article 17 of the Transportation Law, the New York
m Mate Legislature has authorized and appropriated funds
Q for a Local Bridge Program to be administered by the
New York State Department of Transportation, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca desires to participate in
such program; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca shall participate
in the Local Bridge Program, pursuant: t.o the terms of
the Bond Act, the Program Guidelines and State/Applicant
Agreement which the Municipality ratifies and affirms ,
and it is further
RESOLVED, That the accomplishment of all Local Bridge
Projects authorized under the Local Bridge Program shall
be by Municipal forces or by competitively let conract
with oversight by the City Engineer; and it is further
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works of
the City of Ithaca be and is hereby authorized to execute
all necessary agreements and documents on behalf of
the City of Ithaca required by the New York State Department
of Transportation for participation in its Local Bridge
Program.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Children at Play Signs-- Wood Street
A request was received tor installation of ' Children at Play'
signs near the Wood Street Park. Investigation has shown
that the park is adequately signed from all directions by
playground signs .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the request to install ' Children at Play'
signs at the Wood Street Park be denied.
Carried Unanimously
Kurt Seager Towing Charge - Report
Comm. Nichols reported that at the last Board meeting the
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee was authorized to
take action concerning the appeal of Kurt Seager for compensation
for the cost of having his car towed.
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There was evidence that the signs indicating that there
should be no parking due to street work were not there when
he parked his car. The committee investigated this complaint
and the Supt . and Committee agreed that he should be compensated
for the cost of the towing.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols stated that when signs are placed for emergency
street work the City needs to somehow explain on the signs
the period of time to which this refers .
Expansion of Bus Service to Hospital
Comm. Nichols reported that the committee has been discussing b .ds
possible expansion of bus service to the hospital . Transit
Supt . Carpenter will be meeting with the committee on the
2nd of June regarding the costs of this expansion of service.
Traffic on Spencer Road/ South Hill
Comm. Nichols reported that the committee has received a
letter from the Planning & Development Board asking that
the committee look into questions of traffic on Spencer Road.
The committee is actively looking into the problems of traffic
on Spencer Road on a continuing basis and is taking some
actions and considering others . South Hill traffic problems
_are also being studied and traffic studies have been done.
Experimental changes may take place in the Fall .
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
A,a i t
By Comm. Reeves: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Reeves as listed on Abstract No . 10 in the amount of $48,460. 98
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $12 , 945. 12 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for..,payment ; and ' that
a bill submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 25)
which has been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee at a meeting
held May 27 , be approved in the amount of $105 , 900. 32.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUINESS :
Stewart Par
Comm. Nichols asked about planning for Stewart Park.
Mayor Gutenberger responded that at the last Chamber of Commerce
Board meeting they passed a resolution directing their Search
Committee to come up with a minimum of two sites for relocation.
At least one is the Stewart Park location. The Stewart Park
Re-Design Committee has not had any meetings in the last
few weeks .
Recycling Report
Comm. Gerkin commented that the report from Lynn Leopold
-regarding the trip to Hamburg, New York to see their recycling
process is a fine report . He also thanked Jim Kelly and- Sal
Priore for their work on it .
. ADJOURNMENT: ,.
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 35 P.M.
=1 a F. Paolangeliv Jo n C. Gutenberger
City Clerk ayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 :00 P.M. June 11, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Albanese, Nichols, Reeves,
Slattery, Stone
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Gerkin
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst. to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
City Engineer - Novelli
City Controller - Spano
Deputy Controller - Cafferillo
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Purchasing Agent -. Clynes
0 City Chamberlain - Parsons
Q Youth Bureau Activities Center Coordinator - Manning
Q Deputy Director, Planning & Development - Mazzarella
U Personnel Administrator - Best-Shaw
Q PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
MINUTES:
Meeting of May 28 , 1986
Supt. of Public Works Dougherty requested a correction on page 2 .
The resolution concerning the appointment of a Water Treatment
Plant Operator should be corrected to read Guy "Vellake" rather
than "Guy Blake" .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the May 28 , 1986 Meeting be approved
as corrected.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets, Facilities, Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested that Item I on the Agenda be moved to Item A.
No Board member objected.
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item C - Payment Request
- Stearns & Wheler.
No Board member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Expungement of T,ate Penalty on Water Bill
Frances Long, 315 Columbia Street, addressed the Board requesting
expungement of a penalty on her water bill . She stated that she
and her husband had been paying water bills to the City for over
forty years and this was the first time a payment had been paid
late .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of expungement of a late penalty on a
water bill for Frances Long be referred to the Water and Sewer
Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
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Chamber of Commerce Tourism Council Request
Patricia Winn, 364 Bald Hill Road, Spencer, New York, who is this
year ' s chairperson for the Fourth of July celebration at Stewart
Park, addressed the Board asking that it waive the request that the
Chamber rent port-a-johns for that day' s festivities. She explained
that the profits from the event were small and it would be an addi-
tional hardship for the group that is trying to provide some enter-
tainment and refreshments for the Ithaca community.
Supt. of Public Works Dougherty said that there are no precise
regulations as to the number of port-a-johns that are needed for any
particular event, but that in discussion with the Health Department
certain recommendations are made.
After further discussion, the matter .was referred. to. the .proper
Committee.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the request of the Chamber of Commerce Tourism
Council to waive the renting of port-a-johns for the Fourth of July
celebration at Stewart Park be referred to Streets, Facilities,
Parks and Refuse Committee for review and report back to the
Board.
Carried Unanimously
Buried Paint Incident
Supt. of Public Works Dougherty presented the following statement
to the Board:
"I would like to make some comments, if I may, on the buried paint
incident. I'm sure you all know that a settlement was reached last
Friday. I will spare you the details of the incident itself. I do
want to express my thanks to my family and friends, to the Mayor
and to each of the Commissioners of Public Works for their support
during this ordeal.
"The Attorney General ' s Office asked the Grand Jury to indict me on
four felony counts. The Grand Jury refused to do so and finally
presented misdemeanor charges against me. I, of course, entered a
pleas of not guilty as there was absolutely no intent of a criminal
nature involved and was confident the State could not prove such a
charge. Two offers of settlement were proposed but were refused
mainly because I would not be cleared of the criminal charges. The
settlement reached last Friday was a civil compromise and I want to
emphasize the words civil compromise. I did not plead guilty to any
charge. I received a conditional discharge which means that, in six
months, all charges will be dismissed and all fingerprints, 'mug
shots ' will be returned if I pay a sum of $500 to the Hazardous
Waste Remedial Fund and attend a short seminar on the handling of
hazardous wastes. In my opinion, the only crime that occurred was
the filing of charges against Henry Blake for doing what I had told
him to do.
"I 'm sure some people will feel I got off 'easy' . I certainly am not
looking for sympathy, but having my 'mug shot' and being fingerprinted,.
was the most humiliating and degrading experience of my life. I
have gone through fifteen months of adverse publicity and a public
outcry by a relatively small number of people . In addition to the
$500 payment, my attorney' s fees will total over $3000 .
"We had prepared a very strong case for presentation to the trial
jury. The Attorney General ' s Office was aware of this and I 'm sure
our strong case influenced their proposal of settlement. Why did I
agree to the civil compromise? Two reasons. The first and most
important was that all references to criminal action would be erased.
The second was a matter of economics . I would have to pay approxi-
mately an additional $4000 in attorney fees to complete a trial.
This had to be weighed against the $500 payment.
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"One of our local newspapers said I 'pleaded guilty' and must pay
a $500 fine. This is not true. I did not plead guilty to any
charge. They also quoted Assistant Attorney General O'Sullivan as
saying the primary purpose of levying criminal charges was 'educa-
tional ' . If this quote is correct I liken their methods of 'education'
to that of a kindergarten teacher who greets her new pupils with a
blow to the side of the head with a baseball bat. . I made a mistake
in judgment. The blow I received to the side of the head was pure
'overkill ' from the beginning.
A/o w �,r
"Common Council should noW proceed with legislation that will give
proper support to all City employees who might find themselves in a
similar situation. If a City employee is charged with a crime in
connection with his work for the City and these charges are dismissed,
or the employee is found not guilty, then, in my opinion, it is only
proper that the City pay for the defense of that employee. I hope,
that based on my experience, all City employees will recognize the
potential danger they face by making everyday decisions at work. I
0 strongly urge Common Council to 'take action on this matter. "
O Comm. Nichols stated that the Board has already asked Common Council
U to take the action requested.
U
m REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Q Approval of Bus Driver
Alderperson Hoffman stated that at its meeting last week Common
Council unanimously approved the addition of a bus driver to the
Department of Public Works Roster to replace the employee who is
sick.
City Recycling
Alderperson Hoffman reported that Common Council is again addressing
the issue of City recycling and the various Committees that are deal-
ing with the issue are interested to hear from the Board on its
opinion on whether it should move toward a City run system.
Fees for City Employees Defense
Alderperson Hoffman addressed the last item that Supt. of Public Works
Dougherty mentioned, which was the discussion of compensation of
City employees for legal costs. He stated that it is his understanding
that the matter remains in the Charter and Ordinance Committee to
which he no longer belongs. However, because of other items that
Committee has had to deal with, it has not completed its discussion
on compensation for legal costs. Alderperson Hoffman said that the
item remains on the agenda card that he receives in the mail each
month.
There was further. discussion on the recycling issub .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT AND STAFF:
Supt. of Public Works Dougherty distributed copies of the 1985
Board of Public works Annual Report.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That this Board acknowledges receipt of and accepts the
1985 Board of Public Works Annual Report.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Executive Session
Supt. Dougherty requested that the Board go into Executive
Session at the end of the meeting for discussion on a personnel
matter.
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REPORT OF ASST. TO SUPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS:
North Cayuga Street Project
Asst. to Supt. Priore reported that on the North Cayuga Street
project, the main section of the roadway has just been paved with
the final top course. The shoulders will be paved as soon as the
weather permits, hopefully this week, certainly by Monday. The
turn-around circle and the project will be completed by the end of
July.
Stewart Avenue Brick Replacement Program
Asst. to Supt. Priore stated that the Stewart Avenue brick replace-
ment program had started on June 2 . June 10th was the date that
any bricks had been laid and it was estimated that about 924 bricks
had been laid in four or five hours, with the consultant on hand.
He stated that the decision to have a consultant on hand was a very
good one; the workers are getting the hang of laying bricks . He
stated that there is lots of work to do and better progress will be
made as time goes on.
Comm. Nichols asked Asst. to Supt. Priore if he had any idea what
the actual costs would be. At this point in time he does not have
such information but will give the Board an interim report when the
project has progressed to the half way mark.
REPORT OF 'GITY ENGINEER:
Completed Projects
City Engineer Novelli reported that the Cass Park pool has been
restored.
The Elm Street water tank repairs were started last year and were
finished a couple of days ago.
Projects Nearing Completion
Wastewater Lagoon Construction. Lagoon No. 2 should be in service
this week and the project finished in about two weeks; it is going
very well.
Progress on the Youth Bureau Facility fluctuates, sometimes ahead of
schedule and sometimes behind. At present it is on schedule. A
complaint was registered with the contractor a couple of weeks ago
when it was not providing a full time supervisor at the site because
of a large job it had acquired at Cornell. The contractor immediately
rectified that situation by providing another full time supervisor.
Projects Just Started
Replacement of the pipe line at the Stewart Avenue bridge over Fall
Creek. This project should be completed within thirty days.
Youth Bureau Program. A small culvert replacement project in the
Van Natta parking lot was selected. A design was prepared and
approximately twenty youths will be working to construct this small
project.
Hall of Justice Renovations. This small project for the Police
Department is being bid.
Seneca Street Garage
Comm. Nichols referred to City Engineer Novelli' s extensive memo
on the status of the Seneca Street Parking Garage . City Engineer
Novelli reported that progress has been made and he would like to
meet with the Streets and Facilities Committee or with the whole
Board to discuss what he has learned. Supt. of Public Works
suggested that it be put on the agenda for the Streets and Facilities
Committee' meeting to be held on June 12 , 1986 .
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WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Broome Industrial Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Broome Industrial Construction,
Inc. , for services rendered in connection with the restoration of
concrete reservoirs at Elm Street and Coddington Road, be approved
in the amount of $27,958 .84 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction, Inc. ,
for services rendered in connection with the monitoring stations,
Contract No. 7 - General, of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment
Plant, be approved in the amount of $12,255.00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Stearns & Wheler
O By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
O RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler, for pro-
fessional engineering services in connection with the Design and
0 Construction of Wastewater Monitoring Stations, be approved in the
0 amount of $369 .49 .
m Carried Unanimously
Q
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
G. I.A.C. Mural
Resolution to Lift Resolution from Table
By Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That Agenda Item A (originally Item I) on G.I.A.C.
Mural be lifted from the table for further action.
Carried Unanimously
Charles Manning, G.I .A.C. Activities Director, spoke to the Board
on the mural project. He showed the Board what the mural would
look like by presenting an artist' s sketch of the work although
he stated that other pieces would be added, such as Central School
and the cop on the beat. Director Manning said that input from the
neighborhood had been requested and that public hearings had been
held to find out how the neighborhood felt about this project. He
said that there would be another hearing before the project is
actually undertaken.
Director Manning said that the G.I .A.C. Board has committed itself
for any upkeep for the mural for the next ten years. It is the
artist' s opinion that the mural will last for at least thirty years.
Comm. Nichols felt that if the G.I .A.C. Board was willing to commit
itself for that length of time he felt that this Board should be
willing to okay the project.
Comm. Albanese also felt that in view of the G.I .A.C. Board's
willingness to commit itself to the upkeep of this project for an
extended time, that the City should budget small amounts each year
as a contribution to the upkeep.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That permission be given to the Greater Ithaca Activities
Center to paint a mural on the north outside wall of the G.I.A.C.
gymnasium.
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Albanese left the meeting at 4 : 55 P.M.
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STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Fall Creek Bank Stabilization
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Planning Department has awarded the
City a $4 ,247 grant in matching funds for the City' s work under
the County' s program to reduce the impact of flooding, and
WHEREAS, the City has proposed continuation of the project to
stabilize the banks of Fall Creek in the vicinity of Stewart Park,
and
WHEREAS, the City must provide at least half of the cost in labor,
material and equipment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City' s share be designated
in the minimum amount of $4 ,247 in the 1987 General Operating Budget
for flood and erosion control.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request -. Broome Industrial Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Broome Industrial Construction,
Inc. , 'for services rendered in connection with Cass Park Pool Repairs,
be approved in the amount of $19 ,486 .00 . This is a final payment.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Williams Electrical Construc-
tion, Inc. , for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca Youth
Bureau Building, be approved in the amount of $4 ,903 .90 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc. ,
for general construction services rendered in connection with the
Ithaca Youth Bureau Building, be approved in the amount of $153,606 .00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates, P.C.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates, P.C. ,
for professional services rendered in connection with the Seneca
Street Garage, be approved in the amount of $659 .51.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - T. G. Miller Associates, P.C.
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from T. G. Miller Associates P.C. ,
for surveying and mapping services rendered in connection with
Collegetown Improvements, be approved in the amount of $3 ,512 .50 .
Carried Unanimously
Request to Ban Dogs from Park Area
Charles Manning, Activities Center Coordinator, has requested that
the Board ban dogs from the park on North Albany Street, just north
of the G. I .A.C. Building.
The Superintendent of Public Works has recommended that this request
be granted.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That dogs are banned from this park and that signs be
installed notifying the public of such action.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
373
-7- June 11, 1986
Award of Bid: Dryden Road Parking Facility
By Comm. Stone
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has planned for and designed a 216-
space public parking facility for Collegetown, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has solicited bids for said project
in accordance with the provisions of the General Municipal Law,
and
WHEREAS, the low bids that were received have been reviewed by
the City' s Purchasing Agent and recommended for approval;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the following low bids for
construction of the Dryden Road Parking Facility be accepted by
the Board of Public Works, subject to approval of funding for
the project by Common Council.
General Construction
O McGuire and Bennett
O Ithaca, New York $1,757,497
0
( ) Plumbing
m Edward Joy Company
Q Syracuse, New York $ 48 ,800 .
Electrical
Maher Electric
Geneva, New York $ 66,400
Motion defeated for lack of a second.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Motion to Refer to Committee
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the award of bid on the Dryden Road Parking
Facility be referred to the Streets, Facilities, Parks and
Refuse Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Petition: Alleged Increase in Accidents in Area
A petition has been received calling our attention to an alleged
increase in the accident rate at the corner of Stewart Avenue
and Seneca Street.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the petition be referred to the Parking, Traffic
and Transit Committee for further action.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Reimbursement on Tow-Aways
By Comm. Nichols: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, a petition has been received from parkers in the 300 block
area of Fairmont Avenue seeking reimbursement of towing fees, and
WHEREAS, the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee had reviewed
an earlier request from Kirk Seager for reimbursement under similar
circumstances, and the Committee has granted Mr. Seager this
relief, and
WHEREAS, the Committee has reviewed these additional requests for
reimbursement of towing charges;
-S- June 11, 1986
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That Steven J. Tower, Kevin Roach
and Patrick Sheppard be reimbursed for towing charges in connection
with parking in the 300 block of Fairmont Avenue. This action
takes care of all those who have petitioned for reimbursement in
this case.
Carried Unanimously
Increased Bus Service to Hospital
Comm. Nichols spoke to the Board with reference to the question of `mom
the possibility of increased bus service to the hospital. The
Committee has seen some figures from Bernie Carpenter, Transit Super-
visor. However, some complications that may result from changes in 4 -
State funding may change the cost figures. There are also questions
on how the budgeting for the costs are done. The Committee has
asked Bernie Carpenter to study this project some more and come back
with further information. The figures could be more or could be less.
Comm. Nichols feels that the County has taken the point of view that
the figures presented are firm figures and he would like to caution
everyone concerned that the figures are not firm as to what the
actual costs will be. The costs are still being reviewed.
Alternate Side Parkin
Comm. ,S attery reported on the meeting he had attended at Fall
Creek on the matter of alternate side. parking. He said that there
were approximately fifteen people who attended the meeting, that
no one had much to say. Comm. Slattery said that he walked away
from the meeting with the feeling that- no one was thrilled with
having Fall Creek as a test area for the alternate side parking nor
were they particularly thrilled with the idea of the -6-1 plan.
Those present seemed to think that the existing plan was working as
well as any that Planning could come up with.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Audit
By Comm. Reeves: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner Reeves,
as listed on Abstract No. 11, in the amount of $38 ,787.49 for the
General Fund, and in the amount of $33 ,616 .91 for the Water and
Sewer Fund, be approved for payment; and that bills submitted in
connection with the construction of the Ithaca Area Wastewater
Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 26) , which have been reviewed by the
SJS sub-committee, be approved for payment in the amount of
$745 ,93.3 .44, and be it further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Executive Session
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session at 5:25 P.M.
to discuss a Personnel matter.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting was adjourned at 5:25 P.M.-
Callista F. Paolangeli oh C. Gutenberger
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JUNE 11, 1986
13432 Velma Jackson G2122 26.54
13433 Clinton West Ltd. G2122 85.33
13434 Walter Vandemark F2144 19.53 G2122 13.02
13435 Broome Ind. Const. inc F2140 19.93
13436 City of Ithaca F2650 56.10
13437 Paul T Seeley F2144 166.51
13438 CU Planning Facility F2144 24.00
13439 William Avramis F2144 24.00
13440 Harold Schultz F2144 24.00
13441 John Hills F2144 24.00
13442 Frederic:. Rolfe F2144 24.00
1344 John Wolff F2144 24.00
13444 James Macera F2144 24.00
13445 Student Agencies Prop. F2144 24.00
13446 Jason Fane F2144 24.00
13447 John Myers F2144 24.00
13448 Mary Crowley F2144 24.00
13449 Chip & Dale Realty F2144 24.00
13450 lawrence Hull F2144 24.00
13451 Harold Lubin F2144 48.00
13452 W R Teetor F2144 48.00
13453 Gus Lambrou F2144 48.00
13454 Jason Fane F2144 48.00
13455 Valentine Assoc. F2144 48.00
13456 Jason Fane F2144 48.00
13457 Theta Delta Chi F2144 96.00
13458 James R. Rider F2144 96.00
13459 Pi Kappa Alpha F2144 96.00
13460 Cornell University F2144 96.00
13461 Iota Hse Corp of Kappa A1phaF2144 96.00
13462 Cornell Radio Guild F2144 96.00
13463 Bill Avramis F2144 96.00
13464 City of Ithaca F2144 96.00
13465 Gus & Geo Lambrou F2144 96.00
13466 Cornell University F2144 96.00
13467 Cornell University F2144 96.00
13468 Board Of Education F2144 96.00
13469 R H P Inc. F2144 96.00
13470 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13471 Delta Phi Assn F2144 144.00
13472 Holley' s F2144 144.00
13473 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13474 Cornell university F2144 144.00
13475 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13476 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13477 Cornell UNiversity F2144 144.00
13478 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13479 Kubler-CVS F2144 144.00
13480 Cayuga Stu Res. Assn. F2144 144.00
13481 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13482 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13483 Mack Travis F2144 144.00
13484 Cornell UNiversity F2144 144.00
13485 Old East Hill Housing Coop F2144 144.00
13486 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13487 Hearts & Flowers Assn. F2144 144.00
13488 William Tompkins F2144 24.00
13489 Jason Fane F2144 144.00
13490 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13491 Fairview Assoc. F2144 144.00
13492 John Novarr F2144 144.00
13493 Wilcox Press F2144 144.00
13494 Challenge Industries F2144 144.00
13495 City of Ithaca F214, 96.00
13496 Logos Properties F2144 144.00
13497 R. Sovocool F2144 144.00
13498 Jason Fane F214+ 144.00
Page 2
13499 Cornell University F2144 144.00
13500 Ithacare, Inc. F2144 144.00
13501 San Associates, Inc. F2144 144.00
13502 James Gardner F2144 144.00
13503 Morse Chain Co. F2144 144.00
13504 Morse Chain Co. F2144 144.00
13505 Iszards F2144 192.00
13506 Center Ithaca Assoc. F2144 192.00
13507 Morse Chain Co. F2144 192.00
13508 Board of Education F2144 192.00
Total WR ;750.07 Total Sr 124.89
Total $7,874.96
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
06 oft ONen-2
190 New York State Electric & Gas A2560 56.00
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P .M. June 25, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols, Reeves , Slattery, Stone
ALSO PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Purchaaing Agent - Clynes
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Fir-- Chief - Olmstead
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Alderperson - Lytel
Personnel Administrator - Best-Shaw
Asst. Engineer —West
O Council -Liai-son - -. Hoffman
0 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :
(� Mayor Guten erger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Co American flag.
Q MINUTES:
Approval of Minutes -of June 11 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the June 11 , 1986 meeting be approved
as published on June 19, and corrected in the memo of June 20 , 1986 .
Carried. Unanimously
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
Public Hearings - Sidf:nTa ks
Resolution To Open N E1ic Hearin
By Comm. Stone : Seconde a–F y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That-the Pu'll r- hearing on sidewalks be declared. open.
Cai°ried Unanimously
Richard M. Lewis, RD;;"" Boo tit Road, Truifiansburfg , New York, ;poke to
the Board requesting a)c extension of time for sidewalk repairs at
106 Highland Avenue—The walk is slate and he would. like to retain
as much slate as possible. The rest he will. repl.a_re with concrete .
He requested an extension until the first of September .
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That an extension of time for sidewalk reepairs by 'Richard
M. Lewis for property at 106 Highland Avenue be granted until
September 15, 1986 ,
Carried Unanimously
Gail Santner, representing Bill Avaramis , spoke to the Board requesting
an extension of time for sidewalk repairs at 137-139 Hudson Street .
The work will be done by Mr . Avaramis by August 1 , 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That an extension of time for sidewalk repairs be granted
to Bill Avaramis for property at 137-139 Hudson Street until August 1 ,
1986 .
Carried Unanimously
Linda Schutt, 136 Hudson Street, spoke to the Board requesting an
extension of time for sidewalk repairs at 136 Hudson Street . It is
a slate walk and she is in the process of receiving estimates to have
the work done . She requested an extension until August 1 , 1985 .
3'7b
-2- June 25, 1986
:)1 u*.ion _.
unmr,i. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
���OLVED, That an extension of time for sidewalk repairs be granted
Linda Schutt for property at 136 Hudson Street until August 1 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Gutenberger referred to a letter from James Hennerty, 214
Prospect Street, requesting an extension of time until August 1 , 1986
for sidewalk repairs at 214 Prospect Street .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the matter of an extension of time for sidewalk repairs . .,.
at- 214 Prospect Street be referred to the Streets and Facilities
Committee .
Carried Unanimously
Marc Albanese spoke to the Board, representing Rick and Linda Albanese
of 517 Hudson Street. The work on the sidewalk at 517 Hudson Street
is being done, as well as driveway improvements .
Asst. -Engineer Tom West will contact Mr . $ Mrs . Albanese about a
permit for this work.
Resolution To Close Public Hearing By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y o_ mm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Public Hearing on sidewalks be declared closed.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Audit Report
Comm. Reeves requested an addition to the Audit Report .
No Board member object.-,-,.d., ._
Special Committees Re-port
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item B - Budget Report .
No Board member object(-.1.j ..
COMMUNICATIONS FROM
Mayor Gutenberger referred. f.o i,. lettej: -rom Town Supp ar-risor Noel.
Desch, Chairman. of the S %c,cr.al Joint Subcommittee, asking for the
Board' s prompt attentici- three matters : 1) increase of the hourly
rate of Laura Predmore , h . Project Secretary, ) increase of the
travel allowance for Elizabeth Moran for the monitoring study, and
3) conceptual approval for Cornell University to set up a research
project on the site of the new sewage treatment plant .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the requests from the Special Joint Subcommittee be
referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for review and report back
to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD :
Communications from Alderperson Lytel
Alderperson Lytel referred to a letter from John Cline , 329 W. Seneca
Street, requesting that the city measure the traffic at the inter-
section of W. Seneca and S. Plain Streets and the possibility of in-
stalling a traffic signal at that intersection.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the matter of a traffic study and possible traffic
signal at the intersection of W. Seneca and S . Plain Streets be re-
ferred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for review and
report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
• -3- June 25, I9
Alderperson Lytel stated he has had a request from a constituent for
a. stop sign at the corner of Cascadilla and N. Geneva Streets . In
the last several months a number of accidents have occurred at this
corner.
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request for a stop sign at the corner of Cascadilla
and N . Geneva Streets be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Alderperson Lytel stated that a resident of Pleasant Street reported
to him that there has been a stop sign at the intersection of Pleasant
Street and Turner Place . Apparently it has been knocked down and has
not been-replaced..
Supt.- Dougherty responded that -he will check on this and refer it to
staff.
0 Alderperson Lytel reported that the residents of the Cascadilla Creek
ONeighborhood Association are very concerned about safety in DeWitt
0 Park and particularly about, the lighting in DeWitt Park .
U Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
Q RESOLVED',, That the matter of safety and lighting in DeWitt Park be
referred to the Streets., Facilities, Parks and 11\1-fuse Committee for
review and report back t-o the Board.
Ga y x ied Unanimously
Alderperson Lytel stated that there has been a number of communications
between the city and the residents of the Titus Flats neighborhood
about the maintenance of Six Mile Creek. He understands from a resident
who' is a member of the reactivated Shade Tree Co;�mittee that there ar.c
good reasons to have that work take place before cold weather . He
requested that the Six Mile Creek bed maintenance work be done before
September.
Comm.--Gerkin responded _that__this matter has been discussed in committee
and it will be finished soon as possible .
Alderperson Lytel asked about the maintenance u1. -the Southside Community
Center. He understands Klxa.t there was money .allocated last year for
building improvements the t was to have been released from contingency
when Southside and the city worked toward an agreement . The contract
has not been signed. There is a meeting next week to hopefully settle
the contract between Southside and the city . He asked if there is any
money that is going to be set aside for maintenance for the coming year .
Supt . Dougherty responded that the city will be setting aside money
for 1987 for the Southside Center .
Alderperson Lytel spoke to the Board regarding Cargill Salt, Inc . He
asked the Board to consider not buying salt from Cargill Salt, Inc .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED , That the matter of placing stipulations on bidding be re-
ferred -to the City Attorney for advice and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Cargill Salt, Inc .
Risa Lie erwitz , Prof. of Labor Law at Cornell University, 327 Pleasant
Street, spoke to the Board supporting the request not to buy salt from
Cargill Salt, Inc. She asked the city to take a stand because she felt
Cargill has been acting in bad faith. She left leaflets for Board
members to look over .
Mark Vorreuter, RD#1 , Aurora, New York, spoke to the Board, also asking
the city not to purchase salt from Cargill Salt, Inc .
-4- June 25, 1986
:i� Lee Roy Bibbie, 115 Cascadilla Street, spoke to the Board
• ('•v.-�sting a stop sign at the corner of First, Cascadilla a_nd Geneva
l,zeets . This matter was referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee .
REPORT 'OF SUPERINTENDENT::
Executive Session
Supt . Dougherty requested that the Board go into Executive Session at
the end of the meeting to discuss a personnel matter .
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded. 6y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive session, at the end.
of the Regular session, to di,:hcuss a personnel matter .
Carried Unanimously
Closing of Dryden Road Parkes Lot
Supt. Dougherty report— eed th at staff plans to close the Dryden. Road
Parking Lot on Tuesday, July to
Discussion followed on the floor.
Due to the fireworks being held on July 1, Supt . Dougherty will ask
the contractor if we can delay the closing until July 2 .
REPORT OF ASST. TO SUPERINTENDENT:
Stewart Avenue Brick Project
Asst. to Supt . Priore repor-t.ed. that )-je Stewart Avenu- prick project
s 30% complete from State to Seneca Street .
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Trip to Oswego Solid Waste Disposal Plant
City ,Engineer Novelli reported that the Superintendent , the Board of
Representatives and he traveled 1,o the solid. waste facil._ty in Oswego,
New York. They toured. the plant that incinerates rubbish and produces '"*
steam and electric energy. They also looked at the landfill which is
presently under construction.
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE :
Requests- for expungement of water and sewer bill penalties
The following requests for expungement of water and surer bill
penalt. .e have been. recc ived.°.
1 . Omega Tau Sigma. . � . . . . . . $13 .85
2 . David Wong - - . . . . . . . . . . 25 . 41
3 . Joseph Sady. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . 91
4 . Morell Long. . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 86
S . Tompkins Co. Public Library. . . . . 16 .82
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the requests for expungement from Oire-a. Tau Sigma,
Joseph Sady and Tompkins County Library be denied, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the requests for expungement from David Wong and Morell
Long be approved.
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Water Meters
Bids were received on June 19, 1986 for furnishing water meters .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing water meters be awarded to
Badger Meter, Inc. for their bid prices on Items 1 through 9 as shown
on the bid sheet .
Carried Unanimously
`'. .
-5- June 25, 1
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Public Hearin - Sidewalk Assessments
By Comm. Stone. Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, a public hearing as required by the City Charter was held on
June 2S, 1986 to afford property owners an opportunity to show cause
why they have not complied with a final notice to have their sidewalks
repaired, and
WHEREAS, 16 owners served with final notice have failed to comply; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works be authorized to
cause the repair of said sidewalks as reported to the Board, except
on those properties for which an extension has been granted on which
the repairs shall begin only after the date that the extension expires,
and upon completion of such repair, certify the cost thereof to this
_Board for levy against the respective properties as provided by the
City Charter.
Carried Unanimously
Q Payment Request - William Downing Associates
O By Comm. Stone: Secon ed by Comm. Gerkin
0 RESOLVED, That a payment request from William Downing Associates for
U services rendered in connection with the supervision of construction
m of the Ithaca Youth Bureau during the month of May, 1986 , be approved
in the amount of $1 , 334 .00 .
C( Carried Unanimously
Chamber of Commerce -Request
The Chamber of Commerce has requested that the re -�,i:7_-r_emen.t to furnish
pert-a-johns at Stewart Park during their July 4th celebration be
waived.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the request from the Chamber of Commerce be approved..
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (4) - Ree.ves, Albanese, Stone , Ger i3a
Nays (2) - Slattery, Nichols
Cz-r.1_ ied
Recycling - Request for Funding, Legislation and Education
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the City has attempted to establish a recycling program for
several years, and
WHEREAS, this Board was requested to investigate including the recycling
program in the Public Works activities , and
WHEREAS, staff has conducted this investigation and has recommended a
plan of action as follows :
1 . Council to enact legislation mandating separation at source .
2 . Designate portion of Southwest Park (change name) as re-
cycling center site .
3 . Purchase a specialized collection vehicle to be staffed with
a truck driver and two collectors .
4 : Purchase a small self-propelled fork lift .
5 . Construct a 30 ' x 24 ' sorting building
6 . Construct five (10 ' x 201 ) open storage bins for materials .
7 . Provide two storage-transport trailers for paper and cardboard.
8 . Recycling coordinator to secure materials markets and conduct
educational program.
now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED , That the Common Council is requested to release funds for
the continuation of the present recycling program through 1986 , and
be it further
360 F' ,
' -6- June 25, 1986
OLVED, That funding is provided in the 1987 budget for the equip-
and manpower needed to collect and market the recycled materials,
an-1. for the siting of a handling and storage area, and be it further
_'ESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to enact legislation
. ..iandating source separation and provide for enforcement for such
jeparati.on, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to provide for a complete
education program for recycling .
Discussion, followed on the floor .
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the final three 'be it further Resolved' paragraphs
be struck from the resolution.
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the amending resolution resulted as follows :
y Carried Unanimously
A vote on the main motion as am(nided resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
ransit System Bus Service - t Ann'J`versary
ay- Comm. . Nichols : Seconded by-'Comm. Stone
WHFREA,S, the Ithaca Transit System has grown to be a dependable,
integral part of our community, a.nJ
WHEREAS, the riders of IT are faithful to the system, and
WHEREAS, August 12, 1986 is the 25th anniversary of the -fo_-x-aa.tion of
the Ithaca. Transit System as a public entity; now, therefo;c�, be it
RESOLVED, That this Board authorizes Ithaca Transit to provide free
bus service to all passengers on August 12 , 1986, in recognition of
the 25th birthday of Ithaca Transit .
Carried Unanimously
Spencer Road `traffic Signs
Comm. Nichols reported that the firsts traffic signs on Spencer Road
have been :installed.
SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Au it
By Comm. Reeves: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Reeves, as listed
on Abstract No . 12 in the amount of $64 , 531 . 87 for the General Fund,
and in tl� amount of $16 ,374 . 09 for the Water and Sewe- Fn-00, be
approved for payment, and it is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivab) e approved and ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Ai ea Wastewater Treatment Plant
By Comm. Reeves: Seconded y Comm. Gerkin *°
WHEREAS, the SJS has approved the Final Payment of $103,941 . 15 to
Manson Construction Co. , Inc . and
WHEREAS, the Payment Request Form, although correct in dollar amount,
needs to be amended for legal reasons to specifically state thereon
Final Payment, and.
WHEREAS, the work is complete and satisfactory, including all punch
list items, to the Engineer and Owner; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That payment in the amount of $103, 941 . 15 to Manson Con-
struction, Co . , Inc. be approved, subject to the receipt of the Final
Payment request in form and substance as signed by the Engineer and
approved by the Project Attorney.
Carried Unanimously
f.
-7- June 2.5, 1986 p
Budget Meetings
Comm. Albanese reported that the month of July will be the month of
budget review. The meetings will be on Tuesday evenings at the Street
and Facilities Conference Room. Time of the meetings will be announced .
at a later date .
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
County Request or Free P_arkki�in__��
Mayor Guten erger asked a oche County' s request for free parking
for County assessors .
Comm. Nichols responded that the matter has been referred to the County
Administrator, Scott Heyman. He is looking into the request and will
report back to the committee .
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned into Executive Session at 5: 40 P .M. to
discuss a personnel matter.
U
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F' (—,1.erlc o n C . Gute-abeT a Mayor
13OA.RD OF PUBLIC VORhS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
June 25, 1986
13509 Edrard Wil.czak 62122 31.73
13510 Paul Seeleu F2144 142.67
13511 Village of
Trumansbura F2373 899.41
13512 James Iacovelli F2I44 232.50 62122 250.50
13513 James Iacovelli F2144 207.90 62122 243.90
13514 13. Zi.kakis F2144 378.45 02122 576.45
13515 13. Zikakis 62122 237.39
13516 Glenn Grav F2144 1,7.13.63
1.3517 Ronald Amici F2144 649.20
1351a Cornell Univ. Real
Estate P2144 468.60
13319 David Cunoske F2144 431.00
13520 Sarah Fern F2144 354.00
13521 Jan Klotz t) Ellen
Shields F2144 01.06
13522 Louis Picciano
Sr. Cory. F2144 450.13
.13523 C,'itq of Ithaca
General Fund F2801 255.25
13524 Cornell Univ. 62120 86,971.40
TOTAL $3,778.80 "98,311.37
APPROVE;) 13Y FINANCE. COMMITTEE
----------------------------
1964 F.velun Holdheim A1710 25.00
1965 Ruth M. Shac•� A1710 20.00
196E Sean A. Eve 151710 20.00
1967 Liana C. Ku A1710 25.00
1968 Grace:: Knapp A1710 25.00
1969 Marshall C. Sidle A1710 29.51
1970 JuditA Jackson A1710 29.51
1971 Want eld Press A1710 281.55
1972 Daniel .;la1.e A1710 1,673.77
TOTAL $2,129.34
383
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. July 9, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols, Reeves , Stone
Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Attorney - Nash
Council Liaison - Hoffman
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Guten erger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
O to the American flag.
O MINUTES:
0 Approval of minutes of June 25 , 1986 meeting was postponed
U until the next meeting of the Board of Public Works on July
m 23 , 1986 .
Q ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested t e addition of Item E - Report on
Sidewalk at 214 Prospect Street .
No Board member objected.
DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA: -
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Ger in requested e deletion of Item E - Water and
Sewer Rate Increase .
No Board member objected.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY:
Report on Cargill Salt , Inc. - Contract with City
City Attorney Nash answered questions from Board members
regarding the City contract with Cargill Salt , Inc. He stated
the Courts of New York State have re-affirmed many times
that contracts be given to the lowest bidder to protect public
monies . The fact that they are having a labor strike at
Cargill would not justify the city calling them a irresponsible
bidder.
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Brick Cutting Tool
Al erperson Hoffman reported that the Board of Public Works
request for a brick cutting tool was approved by the Common
Council .
Recycling Contract Approval
Al erperson Hoffman reported that Common Council settled
the recycling issue by extending the contract of Ithaca Scrap
Processors for the duration of this year at a slight increase,
as was requested by the collector. They extended the contract
of Lynn Leopold, the Education Coordinator and added $1200
to her contract to enable her to do research on markets and
techniques that would be needed for the city to take over
the collection of recycled materials next year.
Discussion followed on the floor.
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A resolution will be prepared for the next Board of Public
Works meeting to designate the Department of Public Works
as "Lead Agency" and to make recommendations .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
o;ntment
Supt . Lougherty reported that he has appointed Gregory S.
Lee as a laborer in the Engineering $ Utilities Division
at $4. 67 per hour, effective July 13, 1986 and he asks the
Board' s concurrence.
r
d
4 Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
3 RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Gregory
S. Lee as laborer in the Engineering & Utilities Division
at $4. 67 per hour, effective July 13, 1986.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
' Si ewal Program
City Engineer Novelli reported that approximately 250 of
the ramp crosswalks are completed. This is on schedule and
they should be completed by July 31st . After that time sidewalk
construction will start on or about August 1st .
Collegetown Parking Garage
City Engineer Novelli reported that the Collegetown Parking
Garage project has started.
Youth Bureau Road
City Engineer reported that the road by the Youth Bureau
is in service at this time . The turning lane on Route 34
still needs to be completed.
Landscaping at Dam Site
Alderperson Hoffman as ed about fencing at the siltation
lagoons .
City Engineer Novelli responded that there will be landscaping
done at the site.
f
Trailer Park Site
Comm. Albanese- asked about the proposed trailer park by the
6 Mile Creek beyond the City' s dam.
City Engineer Novelli responded that he has filed a letter
with the County Health Department , stating his reasons why
the trailer park should not be built there. The water shed
area would be affected. The County Health Department has
" replied and asked why it is in violation of our water shed
" protection rules . He has sent a letter in detail stating
i
how it violates several counts of our water shed rules .
Youth Bureau Annexation Site
Comm. Reeves asked what stage the annexation process is in for
the Youth Bureau site.
Mayor Gutenberger responded that the Youth Bureau site
annexation process is still under discussion.
REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - M. Hubbard onstruction, Inc .
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant monitoring stations , be approved
in the amount of $36 ,453. 40.
Carried Unanimously
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Salary Increase Project Secretary, IAWWTP
At their meeting of June 24, 1986, the Special Joint Subcommittee
of the IAWWTP recommended an increase in salary for Laura
Predmore , project secretary.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the contract with Laura Predmore, project
secretary, be revised to reflect an increase in salary from
$6. 90 per hour to $7. 40 per hour, effective June 16, 1986.
This is a construction project cost eligible for State and
Federal reimbursement.
Carried Unanimously
Reimbursement for Travel Expenses - Elizabeth Moran
At t Teir meeting of June 24, 1986, the Special Joint Subcommittee
of the IAWWTP recommended that the contract with Elizabeth
Moran for Cayuga Lake monitoring study, be modified to permit
reimbursement for travel expenses.
0 Resolution
Q By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
Q RESOLVED, That the contract with Elizabeth Moran be modified
U to reflect reimbursement for travel expenses at the standard
m rate of 21 cents per mile .
Q Carried Unanimously
Research Project at New Sewage Treatment Plant
At their meeting of June 24, 1986, the Special Joint Subcommittee
of the IAWWTP also gave conceptual approval for a research
project to be conducted at the site of the new IAWWTP. This
project will be managed by Cornell University.
Resolution =_
By Comm. Gerkin: Seocnded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the research project as outlined in the June
25 , 1986 letter from Noel Desch, Chairman of the SJS, to
the Mayor, be approved in concept.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
By Comm. Stone . Seconded y Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That payment request No. 1 from Ithaca Rigging
Service for services rendered under the City of Ithaca sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of $3380. 28 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Co.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 5 from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Company, Inc. for services rendered in connection with the
construction of the Youth Bureau Facilities , be approved
in the amount of $61, 771. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electric
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 5 from Williams Electric
Company for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Youth Bureau Facilities , be approved in the amount
of $71689. 30 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Arthur Giordano
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request No. 1 from Arthur Giordano
for services performed in connection with supervision of
laying of brick on Stewart Avenue , be approved in the amount
of $1 , 420.
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Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Sidewalk at 214 Prospect Street - Extension Time for Repair
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That an extension be given to Mr. James Hennerty,
214 Prospect Street to August 1, 1986 for sidewalk repairs.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Parking Meter Checker Roster
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
WHEREAS, it was the intent of the Board to use part-time
meter checkers when possible, and
WHEREAS, a full-time parking meter checker has recently retired;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to delete
one full-time parking meter checker and to add two part-time
parking meter checkers to the roster of the department , effective
immediately.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding part-time status
of parking meter checkers . The committee is looking into
some benefits that might be added for part-time employees .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (5) - Gerkin, Stone , Nichols , Reeves , Slattery
Nay (1) - Albanese
Carried
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Au it
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Nichols
as listed on Abstract No. 13 in the amount of $19, 731 . 04 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $9,387. 79 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that bills
submitted in connection with the construction of the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treamtent Plant , Abstract No. 28, which have
been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee, be approved in the
amount of $517, 586. 04. It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Report on DPW Bu get
Comm. Albanese reported that the committee is about half
way through the budget process . The time for the budget
meetings has been changed to Monday evenings at 5 : 00 at the
Streets and Facilities Conference Room.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 00 P.M.
Ca lista F. Paolang ' i o n tauten erger
City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JULY 9, 1936
1973 Harold & Shirley Schultz A1710 25.00
1974 Stephen H. & David B. Johnson A1710 25.00
1975 Sean B Eve A1710 20.00
1976 VOID
1977 Carol Sisler - A1710 25.00
1978 Ping Lei & Pi Lwan Wang A1710 25.00
1979 Richard Kuntz & Patricia Smith A1710 176.49
1900 New York State Electric & Gas Corp A2560 58.00
1981 E. F. Hayward Company A1720 71.25
1982 E. F. Hayward Company A1720 57.00
TOTAL 482.74
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
387
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA) NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. July 23, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves , Slattery,
Stone
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Engineer - Novelli
Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Clerk - Paolangeli
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Controller - Spano
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Asst. to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
Alderperson - Lytel
O PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenber-g-e-r-11-e7 all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
(, MINUTES:
m Approval of Minutes of June 25 , 1986 Meeting
Q By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Alba
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the June 25 , 1986 meeting be
approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Minutes of July 9, 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded y Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the July 9, _1986 meeting be
approved with the following items added to-the record in
connection with the discussion that took place regarding
the report of the City Attorney on Cargill Salt, Inc. Among
those items discussed were (1) the Supt . stated there are
no plans in the immediate future for buying salt ; (2) that
it has been the practice of the City to do its own trucking
of salt for reasons of convenience ; and (3) Cargill did not
have the low bid for the pick up price . The Supt . pointed
out however, that if you included the cost of the trucking,
Cargill was the lowest bidder.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested the addition of Item D - Funding request-
Compressor at Ice Skating Rink, and Item E - Payment request-
Arthur Giordano.
No Board member objected.
Executive Session
Comm. Al anese requested that the Board go into Executive
Session at the end of the meeting to discuss personnel items .
No Board member objected.
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Alderperson Lytel spo e to the Board on behalf he residents
of Hudson Place . They are concerned about the work the City
has done on Hudson Street in front of Therm, Inc . There
is concern about the curve and they are asking if it .would
be possible for the City to straighten out that curve .
Resolution
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the matter of the curve on Hudson Street be
referred to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
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Alderperson Lytel requested that he be notified by committee
Chairs when the items he brings to the Board are discussed
in the different committees .
Alderperson Lytel presented arbitration reports to the City
Clerk on Cargill Salt , Inc. and asked that they be given
to the City Attorney. He expressed the hope that the City
would be discussing the problem in the near future .
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Al erperson Hoffman reported that bids were solicited for
the relocation of the Communications Office in the Hall
of Justice . There was only one bid and it was above the
amount allocated by Common Council .
Discussion followed on the floor. Alderperson Hoffman informed
the Board that it was on the Budget and Administration Committee
agenda for the following night.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Supt . Dougherty reported that Pam Tallman of the Streets
and Facilities Division and Nancy Oltz , Sr. Bus Driver,
have been selected to serve on the American Public Transit
Association, "Women in Transit" Committee and Pam Tallman
has been appointed to serve as secretary to the New York
Public Transit Managers Association. He requested the Board
to present a resolution congratulating them.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works congratulates Nancy
Oltz for being selected to serve on the American Public
Transit Association, "Women in Transit" Committee and Pam
Tallman for being appointed to serve as secr..etary to the
New York Public Tansit Managers Association and for being
selected to serve on the American Public Transit Association,
"Women in Transit" Committee .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
Sidewalk Program - Report
City Engineer Novelli reported that the sidewalk program
is continuing on schedule. There should be 110 handicapped
curb cuts done by the end of July and then the contractor
will start on the condemned sidewalk work. All work should
be completed by the middle of September.
Bidding of Projects
City Engineer Novelli reported on plans to bid two projects .
One is the rehabilitation of the 60 Foot Dam. The other
is the raw water main relocation. Both sets of plans will
be available next week for the Board' s review.
Water Treatment Plant- Sludge Lagoons-Report
City Engineer Novelli reported that a final inspection for the
Water Treatment Plant sludge lagoons is scheduled for next
week. He invited Board members to attend the final inspection.
Lead in Drinking Water
City Engineer Novelli reported that a drinking water study
for lead content was done by Steve Baker, Chief Operator for
the Water Treatment Plant . The level of lead in drinking
water from several types of plumbing in the city was acceptable.
Copies of the study are available for anyone interested
in reading it.
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - William Downing Associates
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from William Downing Associates
for services rendered in connection with the supervision
of the new Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, and related expenses ,
be approved in the amount of $1 , 971. 30 .
Carried Unanimously
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Collegetown Street Lighting Project - Proposal by NYSE&G
The street improvements to the Collegetown area involve,
among other things , replacement of the existing street lights
by the City of Ithaca.
NYSE&G is proposing that we use the area for a research
project on street lighting.
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the NYSE&G proposal would provide the same lighting
as designed by the project architect, and
WHEREAS, the project would save the City a sum of money,
and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has indicated that the necessary
changes in the street improvement contract can be done by
change order; now, therefore , be it
O RESOLVED, That the City agrees to participate in the street
0 lighting research project as proposed by NYSE&G in letter
of July 8 , 1986 with the understanding that NYSE&G will
0 provide the City with a report on the results of this research
C) project .
m Discussion followed on the floor.
a
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
BY Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 2 from Ithaca Rigging
Service for services rendered under the City of Ithaca sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of $11, 548 . 11.
Carried Unanimously
Funding Request - Compressor at Ice Skating Rink
One of the compressors for the ice skating rink at Cass
Park has been disassembled for maintenance . It has been
found that the repair parts costs would exceed the cost
of a new compressor. There are no funds available in the
1986 budget for this replacement .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to transfer
$7 , 000 from Capital Reserve Account #23 (DPW Equipment)
to A7182 , Cass Park Pool and Rink sub-account 225, Other
Equipment , and be it further
RESOLVED, That pending this transfer of funds , the Superintendent
be authorized to prepare specifications and request bids
for the new compressor.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Arthur Giordano
By Comm. Stone : Secon e y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request NO. 2 from Arthur Giordano
for services rendered in connection with the supervision
of laying of bricks on Stewart Avenue, be approved in the
amount of $1 , 450. 00.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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4- July 23, 1986
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Report of Bus Operations
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Transit System "Report of Operations"
for the period January-June 1986, be accepted.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Au it
By omm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Nichols
as listed on Abstract No. 14 in the amount of $57 , 661 . 72
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $7, 665 . 51 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment. It is
further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS:
Planning Boar
Comm. Albanese reported that at the meeting of the Planning
Board on July 22 , two preliminary proposals on sub-divisions
was discussed. He asked for direction from the Board when
projects will cost the City money. He suggested a procedure
be set up for review by the Planning Department and the
Department of Public Works . He asked that the City Attorney
clarify the role of the Board of Public Works in these
situations .
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Mural at G. I .A.C.
Comm. Reeves informed the Board that the -iural at G. I .A.C. .�
will be painted on a board and the board will be hung on
the brick wall .
CSEA Request for Use of Amplified Music
Comm. Nichols asked that the request from CSEA for use of
amplified music in Stewart Park, on September 13, 1986 be
referred to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
for recommendation.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request for use of amplified music in
Stewart Park on September 131 1986 by CSEA be referred to
the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee for
recommendation.
Carried Unanimously
Executive Session
By Comm. Albanese : Seocnded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board adjourn into Executive Session
for discussion of personnel items at 5 : 05 P.M.
i
Callista F. Paolangel o n C. Guten erg
City Clerk ayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
JULY 23, 1986
1353 Willia: J. Goodwin. F2144 24.00
1353 Joseph Daley F2144 24.00
13527 Sal Pirro F2144 24.00
13520 Ming Ming Shen F2144 24.00
13529 Kir Sig Lun F2144 24.00
13530 City of Ithaca F2144 48.00
1331 Howard Jo.inson Co. F2144 48.00
13532 Bill Avramis F2144 48.00
13533 Joseph 0. Ciascii F2144 48.00
13534 Tompkins County Trust F2144 48.00
13535 New York Telephone F2144 48.00
13536 State & Aurora Inc. F2144 96.00
13537 William Downin; F2144 96.00
13530 Historic It'_:aca F2144 96.00
13539 Masonic Temple F2144 96.00
13 40 Tompkins County F2144 96.00
13541 Broome Dev. Center F2144 96.00
13142 Womens Co*mliunity Bldo. F2144 96.00
3543 Iry Lewis F2144 96.00
13544 Cornell Realty Co. F2144 96.00
13.545 Citizens Savings Bank F2144 96.00
13546 U S Post Office F2144 96.00
13547 Thaler & T.ialer F2144 96.00
13546 Tor:ipkins County Court Hse F2144 96.00
13549 Anthony Albanese F2144 144.00
13550 Jo..n Rancich F2144 144.00
13551 Tioga & Buffalo St. F2144 144.00
13552 Giordano-University Press F2144 144.00
13r53 Wallace-Cornell U. Press F2144 144.00
1354 Anthony Ceracche F2144 144.00
13555 T. G. Miller F2144 144.00
13556 Lust & Ada-.-as F2144 144.00
13557 Tompkins County Trust F2144 144.00
1338 William Baldini F2144 144.00
13559 Paul Wilcynski F2144 144.00
13560 R H P Properiies F2144 144.00
13561 Paul Philipson F2144 144.00
13562 S J M Entertainment F2144 144.00
13563 Ithaca Journal F2144 144.00
13564 Cornell Cleaning Cnt F2144 144.00
13566 Hi Speed C-:eck Weighers F2144 144.00
13567 Ithaca Scrap Processors F2144 144.00
13568 N Y S Dept. of Transportation F2144 144.00
13569 Montessori Sc.-.00l F1244 144.00
13570 Tompkins County Court Hse F2144 96.00
13571 Cayuga Apts, Inc. G2122 33.54
13572 Steven Centeno F2144 18.47 G2122 12.31
13573 William Dockstader F2144 22.10 G2122 14.73
13574 Richard Baer F2144 642.22
13575 Norman. Freeman F2144 365.40
13576 George Hartman F2144 559.20
13577 Frank Hanshaw F2144 98.37
10`78 Cornell University F2144 186.48
13579 Cornell University F2144 178.41
13500 Anvelo Paolangeli F2144 136.43
13581 Picciano Construction: Corp F2144 267.41
13582 M A Bongiovanni Inc. F2142 434.96
13583 Christopher Anagnost F2144 31.66
13584 Hubbard Construction. G2122 376.41
13585 Hubbard Construction F2144 66.57
13586 Louis J. Picciano Sr. Corp F2144 152.3
13587 Morse Chain Co. G2120 175.00
13588 Town of Ithaca G2374 213.06
1358 ' Town of Ithaca G2374 416.37
13590 Town of Ithaca 62374 364.29
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13591 Town of Ithaca G2374 141.56
13592 Town of Ithaca G2374 141.56
13593 Town of Ithaca G2374 149.94
13594 Town of Ithaca G2374 242.66
13595 Dryden Sewer Dist G2374 770.29
13596 Richard Boronkay F2144 96.00
13597 Virgo Holding Co. F2144 24.00
13598 Philip White F2144 24.00
TOTAL $7986.51 $3052.52
TOTAL $11,039.03
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
44
1983 Donald Lucenti A1710 25.00
1984 Charles Tallman A1710 25.00
1985 Gus Lambrou A1710 25.00
1986 Void
1987 David Bowlsby A1710 33.65
1988 Jessica Doss A1710 175.71
1989 Dr. & Mrs. Oliver Gumbs A1710 99.54
1990 Bruce Cottrell A1710 120.37
1991 Stephen Liberty A1710 35.15
TOTAL 539.42
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4: 00 P.M. August 13, 1986
PRESENT:
Acting Mayor Killeen
Commissioners (4) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols , Reeves
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
City Engineer - Novelli
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Council Liaison - Hoffman
Asst . City Attorney - Bennett
Community Development Administrator - Goldwyn
O
O ABSENT:
0 Mayor Gutenberger
U Commissioners (2) - Stone , Slattery
m PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Q Acting Mayor Killeen led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of July 23, 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded y Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the July 23, 1986 meeting be
approved as published. -_
Carried Unanimously
Council Liaison Hoffman asked why recommendations made in
Executive Session are not reflected in the Minutes .
Comm. Nichols responded that there was no official action
taken, it was advisory.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item D - Rehabilitation
of Potter' s Falls Dam.
No Board member objected.
DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Par s and Refuse Committee
Comm. Ger in requested a substitute resolution for Item E
- Receipt of Bid-Relocation of Communications Office-Hall
of Justice .
No Board member objected.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY
Planning Board Proposals on Subdivisions
Comm. Albanese reported that he had asked the City Attorney' s
Office to clarify the role and responsibility of the Board
of Public Works in regard to subdivision matters . Specifically,
what is the Board' s responsibility when a proposal involves
expenditures . Asst . City Attorney stated that the Planning
Board cannot obligate the City to put in, for example, a
street ; however, he would consult with the City Attorney
and a report would be forthcoming.
Cargill Salt , Inc. - Contract with City
Comm. Nichols requested a legal opinion in regard to awarding
of contracts to the lowest bidder. The question relates to
the purchase of salt where two prices are quoted - one for
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"delivered" and the other for "picked up" . In the last bid
International Salt Co . submitted a lower bid for "picked.
up" than did Cargill but the reverse was true for "delivered" . It
is the practice to pick up the salt at the mine but the contract
was awarded to Cargill because of lower trucking cost (shorter
distance) for City vehicles to Cargill . Comm. Nichols emphasized
that he wanted only a legal opinion not a policy recommendation
as to whether the City could accept the lower "picked up"
bid without considering its own transportation cost.
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Alderperson Hoffman reported that at the August 6 , 1986 Common
Council meeting several actions were taken of interest to
the Board: (1) adjustment in salaries was approved; (2)
the additional meter checkers was approved and (3) the replacement
of a compressor for the ice skating rink at Cass Park was
approved.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Personnel Appointments
The Supt . of Public Works has made the following appointments
and he asks the Board'.s concurrence :
1 . Liliana Roldan has been permanently appointed to the
position of Junior Engineer at $19 , 467 annually, effective
August 4 , 1986.
2 . Eric Datz has been permanently appointed as Building
Systems Supervisor at an annual salary of $24, 202,
effective August 11 , 1986.
3. John L. Coggin was appointed as Water Treatment Plant
Operator Trainee at an annual salary of $10, 869, effective
August 18, 1986.
Resolution
BY Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the permanent appointment
of Liliana Roldan to the position of Junior Engineer at $19 ,467
annually, effective August 4 , 1986 ; the permanent appointment
of Eric Datz as Building Systems Supervisor at an annual
salary of $24, 202 , effective August 11, 1986; and the appointment
of John L. Coggin as Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee
at the annual salary of $10, 869, effective August 18 , 1986.
Carried Unanimously
Receipt of Grievance Arbitrators Award and Opinion
Supt. Dougherty reported that the arbitrators award and opinion
has been received and that the City' s position was upheld;
that promotion selection can be made on a basis other than
seniority. The Supt. is having copies of the opinion and
award made for distribution to the Commissioners for their
information.
REPORT OF ASST. TO THE SUPT.
tewart ' venue rick Pro-�ct
Asst . to the Supt . Priore reported that the Stewart Avenue
brick project has been concluded for the season on August
11 and a full cost report will be forthcoming. Asst . to
the Supt . Priore commended the Streets and Facilities Division
staff who worked on the project .
Ithaca Road Project
Asst . to Supt . Priore reported that reconstruction of pavement
on Ithaca Road between Mitchell Street and Dryden Road is
being worked on. The project will continue through September.
The reconstruction work will be discontinued between August
21st through September 2nd because of the students coming
back to Cornell and Ithaca College . Ithaca Road will be
usable with two-way traffic during the influx of students .
This project is part of the in-house paving program.
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Acting Mayor Killeen urged communication between the City
and the schools and universities for safety' s sake during
the construction.
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER
Rehabilitation of Potter' s Falls Dam
City Engineer Novelli recommended award of bids for rehabilitation
of Potter ' s Falls Dam. Although bids were only opened ycsL&fa*ay,
he stated that because the project needs to be completed during
the dry season of the year (which is generally mid-August through
October) , he would recommend that the bid be awarded.
REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE
Payment Request - Louis Picciano Sr. Corp.
By Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Louis Picciano Sr .
Corporation for services rendered in connection with the
Wastewater Lagoon Project be approved in the amount of $58, 016. 57.
Carried Unanimously
0 Payment Request - Stearns and Wheler
0 By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
0 RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns and Wheler
for professional engineering services in connection with
U Design and Construction of Wastewater Monitoring Stations ,
m be approved in the amount of $343 . 61.
Q Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Albanese : seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant Monitoring Stations (Contract
No . 7) , be approved in the amount of $37 ,3-4355 .
Carried Unanimously
Rehabilitation of Potter' s Falls Dam - Award of Bids
Bids were received on August 12 , 1986 for the rehabilitation
of Potter' s Falls Dam.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for the rehabilitation of Potter' s
Falls Dam be awarded to International Gunite , Inc. of Pittsburgh,
Pa. for their total bid price of $236,375 . 00. The amount
budgeted for this project is $261 , 300 . 00.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Albanese expressed his reluctance in having the City
engage in a project without being assured of appropriate
monitoring by the City.
Tabling Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the matter of the award of bids for the rehabilitation
of Potter' s Falls Dam be tabled until the end of the meeting
after an Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Payment Request - It aca Rigging Service
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for services rendered in connection with the City of - Ithaca
sidewalk program, be approved in the amount of $8 , 374. 78.
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , P.C.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That a payment request form Sear-Brown Associates ,
P.C. for professional services rendered in connection with
the Seneca Street Garage, be approved in the amount of $644. 60.
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Arthur Giordano
By Comm. Gerkin: Secon e by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Arthur Giordano for
services rendered in connection with supervision of laying
of bricks on Stewart Avenue , be approved in the amount of
�jv6 . 0.1. This is a final bill.
Carried Unanimously
Receipt of Bid - Restoration of Seneca Street Parking Garage
Bids were received on May 23, .1986 for t e restoration of
Seneca Street Garage.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the contract for the restoration of Seneca
Street Garage be awarded as follows :
Contract No . 1 for concrete restoration to Raymond E.
Kelley for their bid price of $439, 057. 87 .
Contract No . 2 for Traffic membrane to Harry S . Peterson
Co . for their bid price of $165 , 000.
There is $1 , 250 , 000 budgeted in this account .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols asked what the effect on parking in the garage
would be during the work period.
City Engineer Novelli responded that the only time the parking
garage won' t be able to used will be when the traffic grade
membrane is applied to the entire garage. =-The contractor
has been given thirty days to do that work which probably
won' t be until late summer of 1987 .
City Engineer Novelli explained the procedure for the repairs
to the parking garage, and who would be supervising the work.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unandmously
Receipt of Bid - Relocation of Communications Office_ - Ha_ll
of Justice
Bids were received on June 19, 1986 for the relocation of
the Communication Office at the Hall of Justice . The lone bid
exceeded the budgeted amount of $15, 000.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the bid for the relocation of the Communications
Office at the Hall of Justice be rejected and that the department
be authorized to rebid this project in the fall .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Receipt of Bid - Railing Repair
Bids were recel` on August 7 , 1986 for the repair to the
railing on the West State Street Bridge over the Flood Control
Channel .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for repairs to the railing on
the West State Street Bridge over the Flood Control Channel
be awarded to Farr Bros . , Inc. of Lodi, NY for their bid
of $6, 234.
Carried Unanimously
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Request for Cass Park Horseshoe Pits
The Finger Lakes Horseshoe Clu as proposed that the City
and the Club investigate the possibility of constructing
tournament-rated horseshoe pits at the Cass Park site .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the request from the Fingerlakes Horseshoe
Club be approved in principal and that staff be directed `
to prepare costs estimates and methods of sharing these costs
with the Club.
Carried Unanimously
Council Liaison Hoffman asked to be excused at 5 : 00 P.M.
due to another commitment .
Request for Light - Homestead Terrace
A request has been received from residents of Homestead Terrace
for a street light at the end of the street.
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0 By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
U RESOLVED, That this request be granted and that the Superintendent
be authorized to order NYSE&G to install such a light under
M our existing street lighting contract at an estimated annual
Q cost of $82 . 00.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Amplified Music at Stewart Park
A request was received from the two CSEA Union units representing
City employees for permission to have amplified music at
their annual clambake at Stewart Park.
Resolution
BY Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That this request be granted with a reminder to
the employees that the noise level should be kept within
reasonable limits .
Carried Unanimously
Curb Extension Request - West Court Street
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Al anese
WHEREAS, the Streets and Facilities Committee has reviewed
a request to install a curb extension along approximately
260 feet of the North side of West Court Street from its .
intersection with North Albany Street , and
WHEREAS, granting the request is anticipated to increase
the level of pedestrian safety without undue .interference
to the safe and efficient traffic circulation in the neighborhood,
and
WHEREAS, the proposed curb extension has been reviewed by
the City Traffic Engineer and meets with his approval ; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grants permission
for the requested Court Street curb extension, as recommended
by the Streets and Facilities Committee.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Co . , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That payment request #6 from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Co . , Inc. for services rendered in connection with the general
construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved
in the amount of $89, 915 . 95.
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Williams Electric Construction Co.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #6 from Williams Electrical
Construction Co. for services rendered in connection with
the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility project , be approved in
the amount of $3, 552 . 05 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
Request for A itional Hospital Route Bus Service
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
WHEREAS, Article 5 (i) , Section 119, of the General Municipal
Law of the State of New York permits municipalities to jointly
provide public transit service, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins , Town of Ithaca, and City
of Ithaca sponsor Ithaca Transit ' s bus route from downtown
Ithaca to the Tompkins Community Hospital , including service
to Biggs Center pursuant to agreement dated March 1, 1985 ,
and
WHEREAS, the County desires to increase the frequency of
bus service on the route to a half hour schedule during peak
periods Monday thru Friday, and
WHEREAS, the County, Town, and City agree that the net local
cost for the increase in service shall be borne by the County;
now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to execute an amendment
to the 1985 agreement with the County and Town to provide
additional Ithaca Transit service on the hospital route ,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the City and the County may terminate the
operation of the additional Ithaca Transit hospital route
service upon ninety (90) days written notice to other parties .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols stated that it is anticipated that this service
will probably begin at the end of September. The request
for this service came to the Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee at their last meeting. The Department of Social
Services is not moving until the end of September to the•
old hospital . The County anticipated their cost at $6,000
in their resolution. This has not been included in this
resolution. It is his understanding that whatever the additional
cost is , the County will bear it .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Recognition of 25th Anniversary of Ithaca Transit
Comm. Nichols asked that recognization be made oT the 25th
anniversary of Ithaca Transit Bus Service on August 12 , 1986.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE
Audit
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Nichols
as listed on Abstract No. 15 in the amount of $52 , 603. 06
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $45 ,390. 47 for
the Water and Sewer fund, be approved for payment ; and that
bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No. 29)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved
in the amount of $714 , 796 . 22 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
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EXECUTIVE SESSION
By Comm. Nic ols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works convene into
Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter.
Carried Unanimously
REGULAR SESSION
On a motion the meeting reconvened into regular session.
NEW BUSINESS
Resignation of City Engineer
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That it is with regret that the Board of Public
Works accepts the resignation of Peter D. Novelli as City
Engineer, effective August 22 , 1986. The Board expresses
best wishes to Peter in his new endeavors .
Carried Unanimously
Potter' s Falls Dam - Rehabilitation of
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
O RESOLVED, That the contract for the rehabilitation. of Potter' s
Q Falls Dam be awarded to International Gunite , Inc. of Pittsburgh,
0 Pa. for their total bid price of $236 , 375 . 00 . The amount
0 bud;eted for this project is $261 , 300 . 00 .
m Discussion followed on the floor.
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Comm. Nichols commented that it is his understanding that
the Superintendent will provide appropriate management on
the project .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Ayes (3) - Reeves , Nichols , Gerkin
Nay (1) - Albanese
Motion Defeated
Asst . City Attorney Bennett cited Section 5. 10 of the City
Charter "that no contract involving the expenditure of monies
shall be made except by a vote of the majority of members
of the Board of Public Works ." He ruled that it would require
four (4) affirmative votes to pass the resolution.
Comm. Albanese stated that if monitoring of the project can
be assured he may be persuaded to change his vote.
Comm. Nichols stated that the issue could be raised again
at a special meeting. He commented that if the Charter states
a majority of the Board is needed, then the whole Board should
be included.
Comm. Albanese stated that the Board could instruct the City
Engineer to inquire about firms that would be available to
consult on the project and report back to the Board at the
next meeting.
Supt. Dougherty reminded the Board that it is the opinion of the
City Engineer that the next meeting will be too late to award the bid .
Comm. Albanese stated that the Board could pass on the bid
award pending the result of which engineering firm the City
Engineer chooses to consult on the project , with the stipulation
that the consultant would have to be existing companies ,
existing engineers who are in business now.
Supt . Dougherty offered to come back to the Board with the
name of the consulting engineer for approval .
Acting Mayor Killeen suggested the Board hold a special meeting
next week to discuss the Potter' s Falls Dam rehabilitation.
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ADJOURNMENT
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 6 : 15 P.M.
Ruthann Brown, Deputy can Killeen
City Clerk Acting Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
AUGUST 13, 1986
13599 John Rancich F2144 1049.12
13600 Hull Htg. & Plumbing G2122 95.96
13601 City of Ithaca F2144 399.60
13602 McGuire & Bennett F2144 78.01
13603 M A Bongiovanni F2142 128.10
13604 M A Bongiovanni F2142 68.40
13605 M A Bongiovanni F2142 1243. 20
TOTAL 2966.43 95.96
TOTAL 3062.39
APPROVED BY INANCE COMMITTEE
1992 Ithaca Amateur Softball Assoc. A2410 ' 1.00
1993 Ithaca Amateur Softball Assoc. A2410 20,000.00
1994 NYS Electric & Gas Corp. A2560 79.00
1995 Orson Ledger A1710 36.50
TOTAL 20,116.50
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. August 27, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (5) - Albanese, Gerkin, Nichols, Reeves , Stone
ABSENT:
Commissioner (1) - Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Asst , to Supt. of Public Works - Priore
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Asst. City Attorney - Bennett
Recycling Coordinator - Leopold
Council Liaison - Hoffman
Alderperson - Cummings
m Environmental Management Coordinator - Eckstrom
Tompk-ins County Board of Representatives - Livesay, Proto
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Q PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
MINUTES
Approval of Minutes of August 13, 1986 Meeting
BY Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the August 13� 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested the addition of Item G - Payment Request-
Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
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No Board member objected.
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Gerkin requested the addition of Item C - Bid Return-
Relocation of Raw Water Main. '
No Board member objected.
Report of Special Committees
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item C - Special
,Joint Subcommittee Budget - Presentation for Approval and
Item D - General Fund Budget - Presentation for Approval .
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Resolutions from the County
Mayor Gutenberger presented two resolutions adopted by the
Tompkins County Board of Representatives at their August
124 1986 meeting: "Audit-Stream Preventative Maintenance
Program" - "City of Ithaca and Commendation of Ithaca Transit
on twenty-fifth anniversary."
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD
Comex Plaza Associates
Stuart Lewis , representing Comex Plaza Associates , (owner
of the building that houses the Iszard Department Store)
requested an encroachment to build a European Cafe on the
east side (under the portico) of Iszard' s Department Store .
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Mr. Lewis gave background information on the project that
is being proposed.
Mr. Lewis presented sketches to Board members . The encroachment
that they are asking for is 20" . He has met with Fire Chief
Olmstead and the project that is being proposed meets the
fire regulations . He has , also, met with the Commons Advisory
Board feel it is a good idea. The Comex Plaza Associates
would like to have the cafe in operation by the end of autumn.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the matter of an encroachment for a European ®
Cafe at Iszard' s Department Store be referred to the Streets,
Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee for review at their
next meeting on August 28th and report back to the Board
at their meeting of September 10th. Mr. Lewis will be at
the committee meeting to answer questions .
Carried Unanimously
Petition - Truck Traffic
Velma Jackson, 612 Hancock Street , presented a petition and
spoke to the Board representing residents of the Hancock/Fifth
Streets area . They are petitioning the Board to erect signs
to curtail the heavy truck traffic along these densely populated
residential streets . They are asking that the signs be erected
as outlined in their petition, and an additional sign be
put up at the intersection of Hancock Street and Route 13
not permitting large truck usage of their street between
the hours of 11 : 00 P.M. and 6 : 00 A.M.
Ms . Jackson answered questions from Board members .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the matter of the petition for signs to curtail
truck traffic in the Hancock/Fifth Streets area be referred
to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee for review
and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Northside Civic Association
Alderperson Cummings presented a letter from the Northside
Civic Association regarding public and city problems related
to the northside district . These concerns include : Cascadilla
Creek retaining wall between Cayuga Street and Madison Street ,
in dire need of permanent repair; banks along Cascadilla
Creek overgrown with weeds ; dead trees need to be removed,
soil erosion is uprooting trees . Thompson Park needs to
be weeded and more trees need to be planted. Lake Avenue/Madison
Street Bridge needs to have incline for handicapped on Willow
Avenue side of bridge . The residents question if dredging
underneath the bridge is possible .
Cascadilla Creek Neighborhood Association
Alderperson Cummings reported that the Cascadilla Creek Neighborhood
Association has a request for the intersection of Sears and
Court Street . As you turn out of Sears Street , the- visibility
to the east is very poor ; the metered parking comes very
close to the intersection. It is very difficult to see cars
coming from that direction. Alderperson Cummings has spoken to
the Traffic Engineer regarding this matter.
Parking on Coddin ton Road
Al erperson Cummings reported that the residents in that area
are concerned about the visibility problems caused by the
access road to Rogan' s Market . The Traffic Engineer has suggested
removing 1 or 2 parkings spaces just inside the city line
to improve visibility. The residents asked to have parking
removed between the city line and Hudson Place on the north
side of the street, and for the city to work cooperatively with
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the town to make sure there is no parking once you cross
over the city line on the north side .
Sidewalks - 200 Block of Fayette Street
Alderperson Cummings stated t at the residents of the 200
block of Fayette Street is requesting that the Board take
appropriate action to require a sidewalk be installed on the
east side of that block. This comes up now because that is
the site of the new Reconstruction Home. According to Charles
Barber, the Board has the authority to require that it be
built .
Resolution
Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the issues involving sidewalks be referred
to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee for
review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That issues involving parking be referred to the
Parking , Traffic and Transit Committee for review and report
m bacl, to the Board.
m Carried Unanimously
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Resolution
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the letter from the Northside, Civic Association
be referred to the Streets, Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Newman Club
Helen Mice, 408 West Buffalo Street, read the following letter
to the Board:
"The Newman Club of Ithaca came before the Board and obtained
permission to erect a shelter on the course for use by the
members .
To provide funds , a raffle was held and approximately
$1392 . 22 was raised. A committee was then formed to obtain
a cost figure on materials to erect a 24 ' x 48 ' pole barn
structure and submitted a figure of $1748. 00. Plans previously
drawn up for a shelter had to be discarded as they proved
to be an addition to the existing clubhouse .
We seem to have reached a point now where we have neither
the expertise or equipment to erect such a shelter.
Our proposal is : seeing that the shelter will be owned
and will benefit both the course and the city, we will donate
the money raised to defray material costs and the city erect
the shelter. We would appreciate your considering this matter
in planning your projects for 1987 . This year, 15 tournaments
were held at the course and a shelter could increase both
this number and revenue raised by increased play. "
She said she would like to make an addition to the request ;
they would not want this to come out of the budget for the
` golf course , but out of the general fund.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the matter of a shelter for Newman Golf Course
be referred to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
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Resolution to Withdraw Amendment
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the amendment to the resolution be withdrawn.
Carried Unanimously
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the following be added to the resolution: "The
Superintendent be directed to secure appropriate engineering
consultation for this project immediately."
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on t e main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Relocation of Raw Water Main
Bids were received on August 26 , 1986 for the Relocation of
Raw Water Main.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for the Relocation of Raw Water
Main be awarded to Central New York H � E Co . , Inc . of Albany,
N.Y. for their lump sum bid of $156 , 578 . 00 . The project cost
was estimated to be approximately $200, 00 . 00 . The Superintendent
be directed to secure appropriate engineering consulting for
this project.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Stone left the meeting at 6 : 10 P.M.
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Report on Status of Clitt Street Repair Project
Supt . Dougherty stated that s as been concerned about
the condition Cliff Street is rapidly getting into. He has
been proposing that work be started up there . One reason
for not starting it this year, was that the city was not sure
what impact , if any, Route 96 relocation would have on it .
He has received a letter from the Regional Director, NYS DoT
stating that if the relocation does not come down any further
on Cliff Street than is shown on Alternative A on the State
plans , he does not see any reason why the city' s efforts would
be duplicating anything they would do; the city will proceed
with this project with that idea in mind.
Council Liaison Hoffman stated he is not convinced that the
comunity is prepared to accept the DoT Route 96 proposal ,
as is . There is still some effort from several directions
to get the State to modify some of their plans . There are
some people who feel that if Cliff Street remains the main
access to the hospital that there should be more improvements
than what DoT is suggesting; they are suggesting simply connecting
a new bridge to the bottom of Cliff Street .
Council Liaison Hoffman asked about the magnitude of the improve-
ments and what kind of disruption will occur as a result of
these repairs .
Supt . Dougherty responded that staff would replace the curbing
on both sides of the street , do some drainage work, raise
all the ..manholes , put in a fabric over the existing pavement ,
and put approximately a 2" asphalt overlay on. During some phases
of the construction there will be detours .
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Mayor Gutenberger stated that the State ' s latest time schedule,
no matter which alternative is ultimately decided on, is probably
1992 or 1993 before completion of whatever is finally done .
According to the Regional Director of the State DoT, any of
the alternatives that the State is discussing, the city' s
work would not become involved in whatever the State ultimately
does .
Comm. Nichols stated that any work that is done should be
done with the understanding that Alternative A or Alternative
A modified might be accepted, in which case Cliff Street will
be the major access road.
Supt . Dougherty responded that he is not proposing a complete
reconstruction of Cliff Street . He feels that the base and
pavement that are in there , in combination with a new top
and the filler fabric, would be adequate to handle any of
the traffic loads that could be expected normally during the
projected life of the improvements .
0 Council Liaison Hoffman asked who is responsible for designing
(3) the project .
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Shpt . Dougherty responded that he plans to hire a firm to
m do the survey work and then design the pavement work in-house .
Q The work would begin in the construction season of 1987 . Supt.
Dougherty will keep the Board apprised on the project.
Report on Proposal to NYS DoT to Add a Fifth Lane on South
Meadow Street
Supt . Doug erty reporte-d'that he had requested the NYS DoT
to consider adding a fifth lane to Meadow Street , between
6 Mile Creek and the city section of Elmira Road, in connection
with a resurfacing project that the State i=s going to do.
The NYS DoT has reviewed our proposal and they are unable
to include the work as part of the resurfacing project .
Request for Payment - McGuire $ Bennett , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 1 from McGuire $ Bennett,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount
of $239, 590. 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - Ithaca Rigging Service
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded By Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request No. 4 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for work performed under the city' s 1986 sidewalk program
be approved in the amount of $2 , 981. 94.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Payment - McGuire & Bennett , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request No . 1 from McGuire & Bennett ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Collegetown
Street Improvements project , be approved in the amount of
$48 .1868-.100.
Carried Unanimously
Presentation on Resource Recovery
Mr. Peter Karter, of Groton, Connecticut , owner and operator
of Resource Recovery Systems , Inc. , which is a company that
is a full service recycling process , gave a presentation to
the Board on recycling. He showed slides on the recycling
process that his company uses .
Mr. Karter answered questions from the Board of Public Works
,:ommissioners and Board of Representative members .
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Request for Payment - Empire Soils Investigatons , Inc .
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Dryden Road
Parking Facility be approved in the amount of $194 . 25 .
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
Request to Consider Need for Public Information Office or , �
0 icer
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, one of the basic foundations of good government is
communication, and � �"
WHEREAS, the functions of public works touch the lives of
everyone on a daily basis , and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works and staff agree that there
is need for more expertise in the field of communication within
the department and at all levels of City government ; now,
therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works formally requests
the Mayor and the Common Council to consider the need for
an office or officer for public information.
Particular concerns of the Board are making information available
on a regular basis for emergency street work; alternate side
parking regulations ; snow emergencies ; rates;, and rate changes ;
issuance of permits ; Board and committee mei-tings ; routes
for problem solving; the promotion of our parking lots and
garages ; and many other items of public interest .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Report of Change - Sidewalk Improvement Project in Collegetown
Comm. Nichols stated that the sidewalk n
improvemet project
in Collegetown are actually going to reduce the number of
metered parking spaces on College Avenue . The committee would
like to have better communication between staff and the committee.
SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Au Ti t
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Nichols
as listed on Abstract No . 14 in the amount of $68 , 544. 16 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $2 , 672 . 71 for the Water
and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment. It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Employee Manual - Revised
The Board of Public Works at its meeting on October 23-, 1985 ,
adopted an employee manual of rules and regulations . - A memo
of agreement between the city and employee unions has necessitated
that this manual be changed.
Resolution
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the -revised employee manual of rules and regulations
be approved and distributed to all employees upon publication.
Carried Unanimously
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Special Joint Subcommittee Budget - Presentation for Approval
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded y Comm. Ger in
WHEREAS, the Special Joint Subcommittee has approved the
budget for the 1987 operation of the Ithaca Area Wastewater
Treatment Plant, and
WHEREAS, this budget represents the best estimate available
for the 1987 operation of the plant ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approve the budget
as presented and submit it to the Mayor and Common Council.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Albanese asked for an extension to review the budget .
Tabling Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the matter of approval on the presentation
for the Special Joint Subcommittee budget be tabled until
the next Board meeting.
Carried Unanimously
G) General Fund Budget - Presentation for Approval
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, staff has prepared budget requests after much deliberation,
Q and
WHEREAS, the Budget Committee has held weekly meetings with
staff since July 1 of this year, and t
WHEREAS, the committee has reviewed the requests and the programs
represented by these requests ; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the General Fund budget requests presented
by the Budget Committee, be approved and presented to the
Mayor, City Controller and the Common Council for their
consideration.
Comm. Albanese stated that "there has to be a tremendous amount
of appreciation for staff involvement in this budget this
year, particularly to Sally Carpenter who kept the whole Process
rolling over the 7 meetings that the committee had. " He expressed
gratitude and appreciation to all the staff members , the superintendent,
the line supervisors , and all the people who worked on this
budget . ,
Comm. Albanese read the following budget statement for 1987Ts
budget :
" The Board of Public Works has reviewed, in depth, all accounts
within the Department and all associated responsibilities and
has approved a program budget that reflects the minimum needs
of the Department in performing all necessary services as
outlined by the City Charter.
i In developing this budget , the Finance Committee of the Board
of Public Works has looked at the critical needs of each Department
account. Emphasis was placed on three major areas :
1 . The Department has been experiencing deferred maintenance
on everything. It is our opinion, based on the examples and
experiences to date , that the policy of deferred maintenance
has resulted in untimely and costly equipment replacements
and increased building and structure rehabilitation costs .
Examples : Seneca Street Parking Ramp, West State Street Bridge ,
Southside Community Center, Titus Avenue Creek Banks and the
Cass Park Compressor. Reluctance or financial inability to
replace equipment on a regular basis has resulted in increased
down time and loss of productivity.
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2 . It has been our experience that the Department grows
incrementally each year with additional responsibilities and
requests for service , e. g. engineering services , in-house
capital projects . These requests have a direct impact on
labor needs and demands . In the past there have been no
significant labor increases to keep pace with increasing demands
for services , both at managerial level and in the field.
3. The Department has anticipated future needs and has planned
budgets for future Department services , i .e . College Town
Parking Ramp, Department-run Recycling Program, maintenance
of the new Youth Bureau Facility, and additional snow removal
equipment for downtown Ithaca." i. >t
Comm. Albanese handed out a sheet on budget highlights . The
department request for the year 1987 is $5 , 372 , 316 . 00 .
Comm. Albanese gave a detailed explanation of the budget proposal.
Mayor Gutenberger also expressed his appreciation for all the work the
staff has done and he expressed his special appreciation to
Commissioner Albanese for all the work and leadership that
he has shown to the committee members and the entire Board
who has participated in this process . It is a well thought
out and prepared budget .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT: 4
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 6 : 55 P.M.
Ruthann Brown Jo h n C. Guten b erger
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
August 27, 1986
1996 Block 99 Partnership A-1720 $4,500.00
1997 B.F. Hayward Company A-1720 71.25
1998 Montegomery May A-2410 3.00
1999 Jason Fane A-2410 1.200.00
TOTAL $5,774.25
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. September 10 , 1986
PRESENT
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (S) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Slattery, Stone
OTHERS PRESENT
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Asst . to Supt . of Public Works - Priore
Recycling Coordinator - Leopold
Environmental Management Coordinator - Eckstrom
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Council Liaison - Hoffman
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
ABSENT
Commissioner (1) - Reeves (excused)
M PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
M Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
m to the American, flag.
m MINUTES
Q Approval of Minutes of the August 27 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the August 27 , 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested the addition of Item A - Ithaca Transit
System - Amendment to Personnel Roster.
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Letter From David Freedman
Mayor Gutenberger read the following letter from David Freedman:
"Dear Mr. Mayor:
My wife and I recently bought our first house, at 115 Monroe
Street . One of our highest priorities after moving in was
to completely renovate the bathroom. We could not have accom-
plished this nearly as smoothly as we did without the assistance
of Mr. Ivan Burris , the City' s Plumbing Inspector. When I
first learned we were required to obtain a plumbing permit
I feared the worst , i . e . , a genuine bureaucratic road block.
Instead, Mr . Burris not only made the permitting process
easy, he gave us extremely helpful advice . His guidance
was essential to making the final product professional and
up to code .
I rarely write letters like this , but I didn' t want the help
we received from Mr. Burris to go unnoticed, especially when
what we expected was just the opposite .
Sincerely,
David Freedman"
Recycling
Mayor Gutenberger introduced Mr . Gerald E. Knoll , Director
of Public Works of the Village of Hamburg, New York.
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Mr. Knoll did a slide presentation and explained the recycling
program that the Village of Hamburg uses .
He answered questions from Board members .
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON
Resolution on -Bidding Procedure
Alderperson Hoffman reported t at Common Council, at their
last meeting, passed a resolution asking the Department of
Public Works to revise (modify) the specifications for the •
purchase of road salt , in order to give the city more flexibility,
and to re-examine the estimated costs of transporting salt
from the location where it is purchased, to Ithaca. He expects
that will be in the works in the next month or so, before
the city rebids the salt contract .
Alternate Side Parking Committee
Alderperson Hoffman announced, for Alderperson Killeen, that
the next meeting of the Alternate Side Parking Committee
is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16th at 7 : 30 P.M. at
G. I .A. C.
Recycling
Alderperson Hoffman asked what the scope (or the nature)
of the recycling program would be, as budgeted in the proposed
1987 DPW budget that was submitted to the Mayor.
Comm. Albanese responded that "essentially, it is a compilation
of several factors ; really not having a program in place,
at present, the budget committee had to make a scenerio whereby
the city had to collect it (the data) on their own" and make
and estimation. They included equipment ; additional labor;
and a facility (in which to store the materials , and to begin
a separation) in their estimation of approximately $100, 000 . 00.
The committee felt it was a reasonable estimate considering
the limited information they had to work with; that it was
important to put an item in the budget to indicate the estimatedw
cost (which does not include any revenues) , if the city,
is in fact , willing to participate in a recycling program.
Comm. Slattery asked who would apply for State grant monies .
Alderperson Hoffman responded that the city would apply for
the same money that Hamburg received, which was - 50o of the
cost of certain equipment items .
Mayor Gutenberger pointed out that a lot of different groups
and considerations are involved in the decision process ,
such as : is separation going to be mandated in the City
of Ithaca by law; the cost comparisions ; (a lot of that depends
on what the County does) ; truck vs . cart behind the current
mode ; location, does the city build its own building, etc.
Alderperson Hoffman stated that the Recycling Task Force
is aware that they need a lot of cooperation from the various
parties etc. , and they are still working on this matter.
A report will be forthcoming from Lynn Leopold on markets
in the region.
Comm. Albanese stated that the Common Council needs to consider
who is going to be lead agency for this project .
Mayor Gutenberger responded that , in his opinion, administratively
it should come under the Board of Public Works .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT
Hauling Costs of Salt Contracts - Common Council Resolution
Supt . Dougherty stated that when it comes time to draw up
the new contracts for salt he is going to need some advice
as to what the Council wants done .
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Consulting Engineers Proposals
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has accepted a proposal
from Stearns and Wheler, Consulting Engineers , to manage
both the Potter' s Falls Dam rehabilitation and the Six Mile
Creek pipeline relocation jobs . The Potter' s Falls Dam
rehabilitation job is underway. Pete Jager, of the Water
Department , is going to be the on-site inspector for both
of these projects .
Appointments
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has made the following appointments :
Jack Allen, Maintenance Worker at $5. 05 per hour, effective
September 14, 1986.
Donald Lovelace, Maintainer at $7. 16 per hour, effective
September 14, 1986 .
Wayne R. Shipman, Maintainer at $7. 13 per our, effective
September 14, 1986.
Stephen J. Moyer, Maintainer at $7. 14 per hour, effective
0 September 14, 1986.
m Raymond 0. Knuutila, Laborer at $4. 67 per hour, effective
co September 14, 1986;
Q and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
BY Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approves the following
appointments :
Jack Allen, Maintenance Worker at $5 . 05 =per hour;
Donald Lovelace, Maintainer at $7. 16 per hour;
Wayne R. Shipman, Maintainer at $7. 13 per hour;
Stephen J.Moyer, Maintainer at $7 . 14 per hour; and
Raymond 0. Knuutila, Laborer at $4. 67 per hour. The effective
dates for above is September 14, 1986.
Supt . Dougherty stated that four of the five appointments
are promotions .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF ASSISTANT TO SUPERINTENDENT
Paving Program Report
Asst. to Supt . Priore reported that the surface treatment
of existing roadways was finished on September 5th, and that
this may be the last year this project will be undertaken.
Ithaca Road
Asst . to Supt . Priore reported that the crews are back on
Ithaca Road, doing the resurfacing of that street ; some portions
of the concrete has to be replaced and a detour is in place .
Resignation
Asst . to Supt . Priore reported to the Board that he had accepted
a position with the Department of Environmental Conservation
in Albany, New York. He will be starting very shortly with
the Division of Solid and Hazardous Waste. He thanked the
Board for the opportunity to work and to gain valuable experience
in Ithaca and he thanked all his personnel for their assistance .
Mayor Gutenberger, and the Board, wished Sal Priore well
in his new endeavors .
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REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE
Request or Expungement of Water Bill - Avery
A note was received from Nancy Avery, dbY The Home Dairy,
regarding the due date and late payment for a water bill .
There is no indication that anyone connected with the City
of Ithaca was reponsible for making any changes of the due
date for this bill .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese ~�
RESOLVED, That the request from Nancy Avery for waiving the
penalty on the water and sewer bill, be denied.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Ex ungement of Water Bill - Variano
A request was received iron Denyx Variano of 119 Ithaca Road
requesting a waiver of the penalty on a water bill . The
homeowner indicates that the payment was mailed on August
14, due on August 15 , but the envelope was not postmarked
until August 18.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, it has been the policy of the City that the payment
of bills must be postmarked on or before the due date ; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the request from Denyx Variano for a waiver
of penalty charges on the water and sewer bill, be denied.
Carried Unanimously
Water and Sewer Budget
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the Special Joint Subcommittee has approved a previously own%
presented budget for the 1987 operation of the Ithaca Area
Wastewater Treatment Plant, and
W—IF
WHEREAS, this committee has reiewed this budget , as well
as the request of staff for other water and sewer funds for
1987 , and
WHEREAS, the Finance Department has finalized the request ,
estimated revenues and fund balances, and has shown the net
amount to be raised from water and sewer rates ; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Water and Sewer Fund request presented
by the Water and Sewer Committee be approved and presented
to the Mayor and the Common Council for their consideration.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Albanese stated that there will be rate increases taking
effect January 1st .
Mayor Gutenberger reported that the bank was in the process
of "doing a run" on the computer, to ascertain if the new
rates would meet our expenditures .
Concern was expressed by Board members , that users be notified
of the rate increases , in advance .
Comm. Albanese stated that "with the small users , I think,
we ' re going to stay with the same philosophy that we used
on the last rate increases , which was to try to bring bulk
users up to a more equitable rate . "In fact , as far as
the sewer rates are concerned everyone has got to pay the
same amount , regardless , because sewage treatment is sewage
treatment and the State and Federal authorities define it
as such, so we don' t really have much flexibility in that
everyone has to be raised to the same level. "
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!\ i,ote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
S'IRI ETS, FACILITIES, PARKS ANTI) REFUSE COMMITTEE
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request # 5 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for services rendered in connection with the City' s sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of 43 , 564 . 74 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Requests - William Downing Associates
By Comm. Stolle Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from William
Downing Associates for services rendered in connection with
supervision of the Ithaca Youth Bureau project , be approved :
July. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1 , 334 . O0
August . . . . . . . . . . . . $1 , 334 . 00
.� Carried Unanimously
Payment Requests - A. J . Fckert Company, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from A.J . Eckert
C� Company, Inc . for services rendered in connection with the
construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved:
Requisition 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32 , 674. 00
Requisition #3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $31 , 905 . 00
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction, Co . , Inc .
By Comm. Stolle: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
11ESOLVI D, That payment request # 7 from Wm. W C. Pahl Constructic"ll
Co . , Inc. for services rendered in connection with the general
construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved
in the amount of $124 , 663 . 05 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction Co .
By Comma Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request # 7 from Williams Electrical
Construction Co . for services rendered in connection with
the construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility; be
approved in the amount of $7 , 070 . 85 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Requests - Sear-Brown Associates , P. C.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
1� SOLVED, That the following payment requests from Sear-Brown
Associates for professional services rendered in connection
with the Seneca Street Garage Repair Project and the Green
Street Garage Repair Project , be approved :
Seneca Street Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11 , 210 . 07
Green Street Garage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6, 147 . 50
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Compressor
Ii .cis were received oil September 3 , 1986 for a compressor
for the Cass Park Ice Skating Rink.
12esolut loll
Icy Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for furnishing one compressor
as specified , be awarded to C . W. Davis Supply Co . , Inc . for
their low bid of $6 , 658 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
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Proposed Cafe - Comex Plaza Associates
A presentation was made to the committee by Stuart Lewis ,
representing Comex Plaza Associates , regarding a proposed
cafe under the Iszard Building arcade .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS , the proposal would be a welcome addition to the
east end of the Commons , and
WHEREAS, the committee feels that the encroachment requested
would be a good use for that property; now, therefore , be
it
RESOLVED, That the request be approved under the usual license
procedures and fees , with the stipulation that the concerns
of the Fire Department be met and the Fire Chief be asked
to approve the proposed encroachment before the license is
granted.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Stone expressed concern about other types of merchandising
going into that space if the European Cafe does not work out .
She would like to see something in the contract with Comex Plaza
Associates so that would not happen .
Comm. Gerkin stated that the yearly license could stipulate
what would not be acceptable for that space .
Supt . Dougherty stated that the license has to be renewed
every year and there is a clause in the license for cancellation
of the license .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - McGuire & Bennett
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from McGuire & Bennett
for services performed in connection with the Collegetown
Street Improvements Project , be approved in the amount of
X59 , 945 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE
_Lthaca T_iansi_t System - Amendment to Personnel Roster
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
WHEREAS , on August 13 , 1986 ,. the Board of Public Works approved
a request for additional Ithaca Transit service on the hospital
route , and
WHEREAS , the Mayor was authorized to execute an amendment
to the 1985 agreement with the County and 'Town to provide
additional Ithaca Transit service on the hospital route ,
and
WHEREAS , it is anticipated that this additional service will
begin on September 22 , 1986 , and
WHEREAS , additional_ drivers will be needed to implement this
service ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to allie.nd the
personnel roster of the Ithaca Transit System of the Department
Of Public Works to include one additional lull-time driver
and one permanent part-time driver (27 hours per week) to
provide for the new servicc .
i_)is`ussion followed on the floor .
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Comm. Nichols reminded the Board "that in the motion that
was approved to extend the service , that it was clear that
any additional cost would be met by the County ; there will
be no additional cost to the city . "
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Audit
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Gerkin as listed on Abstract No . 17 in the amount of $19, 711. 96
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $23, 105 . 43 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that
bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (abstract No . 30)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved
in the amount of $944, 196. 05 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
� rendered.
� Carried Unanimously
m REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS
Stewart Park Advisory Committee
Q Comm. Nichols reported that t e Stewart Park Advisory Committee
had met with Mr. Trowbridge , the consultant who is doing
further studies of the development of Stewart Park. There
will be public hearings in the near future and the work is
progressing in a reasonable way.
Mayor Gutenberger said that once the Executive Committee
gets through doing this initial process , it will then go
back to the full SPAG group and the Board o-f "Public Works
and Common Council members will be invited to all meetings
they hold.
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 25 P.M.
Ruthann Brown John C. Gu tenbeger
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
SEPTEMBER 10, 1986
13606 City of Ithaca F2803 458.50
13607 John Folsom G2122 47.04
13608 Christopher George Corp G2122 74.35
13609 Michael McLean G2122 45.78
13610 Alexander Thoumire G2122 26.54
13611 Robert & Linda Terry G2122 33.54
13612 John & Patricia Folsom G2122 26.54
13613 Eve Levinson F2144 15.00
13614 Arland Newman F2144 548.70 G2122 296.70
13615 Arland Newman G2122 123.15
13616 Clark Ingram F2144 413.01
13617 I J Construction Co. G2122 102.11
13618 Nancy Falconer & Jason Fane F2144 3061.72
13619 R H P Properties Corp F2144 24.00
13620 Christopher George Corp F2144 72.00
13621 Cornell University F2650 _25.00 _
TOTAL 4617.93 TOTAL 775.75
TOTAL $5,393.68
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
2000 Ithaca City School Dist A2220 13,401.44
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. September 24 , 1986
PRESENT
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (4) - Albanese , Slattery, Reeves , Nichols
OTHERS PRESENT
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Fire Chief - Olmstead
Council Liaison - Hoffman
Commons Coordinator - Deming
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
City Planner - Meigs
ABSENT
CD Commissioners (2) - Gerkin, Stone
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
m to the American flag.
Q MINUTES
Approval of Minutes of the September 10 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the September 10 , 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested a s-substitute resolution for Item
A - Truck Traffic-Hancock Street-Petition .
No Board member objected.
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item K - Resolution
regarding a proposed cafe (Comex Plaza Associates).
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Letter from Jan Conrad
i�iayor Gutenberger read the following letter from -Jan--Conrad :
"Dear John :
Don ' t know if you know that we ' ve recently moved from State
Street to 106 Elmwood Avenue . Just prior to moving in we
heard that a child had taken a bad fall on our badly buckled
sidewalk. I was concerned about safety, since school was
about to begin , and our sidewalk is located on a maim pedestrian
route to Belle Sherman School. . I called Mr . Gardner of Streets
and facilities ; he had men repairing the sidewalk within
t_ �%,o days from my call . In addition, lie had the trees trimmed
�ve11 back.
loth Mr . Gardner and the crews doing the sidewalk and trees
vc:re extraordinarily courteous and responsive . I want you
to know tliat this member of the public is very impressed .
'they have my gratitude and my compliments .
Sincerely,
Jan Conrad"
?Inyor Gutenberger requested that a copy of the letter be
P1 ,-t _ed in Drank Gardiicr ' s personnel file and a copy to the
`� �per i ntc:ndent .
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PETITION'S AND HEARING OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD
i,lemos from Fire Chief�Olmstead
Fire Chief Olmstead pasties out memos to Board members on
the following items and commented on each :
(1) Employee and Volunteer Firefighter Parking
(2) Fire Hydrant Signage
(3) Removal of Parking Places on East Seneca Street
(4) Fire Lane Charges
WNW
Employee and Volunteer Firefighter Parking
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the matter of employee and volunteer firefighter
parking be referred to the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
Fire Hydrant Signage
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the matter of fire hydrant signage be referred
to the Parking , Traffic and Transit Committee for review
and report back to the Board.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt. Dougherty stated he felt it was difficult to believe
that a car in front of a hydrant , unless properly signed,
could not be ticketed and towed and perhaps the Charter and
Ordinance Committee should look into the matter . He feels
that the signs we have now are not enforced , "why are any
more going to be enforced?"
Comm. Reeves and Comm. Albanese stated thdt 'an opinion
(clarification) needs to be obtained from the City Attorney
in regard to the distance requirement , as cited in the Vehicle
and Traffi-c Law.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Removal of Parking Places on .East Seneca Street
Supt . Dougherty suggested that the matter arking places
on East Seneca Street in the 500 block be referred to the
Traffic Engineer and himself for review and report back to
the Board.
Fire—Lane--Charges
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the matter of fire lane charges be referred
to the Water and Sewer Committee for review and report back
to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
RF_;I'ORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON
Recycling Options Report
Alderperson lloffman stated that Lynn Leopold' s report on
recycling options has been passed out . lie feels it should
help the city make a decision on the recycling issue .
Sidewalk Construction
Alderperson Hoffman asked what the status of the requests
for sicewalk construction on the Reconstruction home block
(Ya),ette Street) , and on Lake Street , by the High School
across from the apartments , are .
Supt . Dougherty responded that the request for a sidewalk
on Fayette Street was on the agenda for the Streets and Facilities
Commit:tee at its last meeting but they did not have a quorum
therefore (lid not meet . The Lake Street sidewalk was tentatively
on the schedule to be constructed this year , but because of a
.� question of curbing in that area with the school district
it will not be constructed this year ; it will be done next year .
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City ' s Transportation Cost for Road Salt
i\lderperson Hof f man as -ec a bou t i_n ormati_on on the city ' s
transportation costs for road salt .
Supt . Dougherty responded that lie does have the figures
and he will circulate the information to the Board.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT
West Mill Book C1_ub - rial memo Tree
Supt . Dougherty reported that the West Hill Book Club has
made arrangements to donate a memorial tree to be be plated
in Stewart Park, this- Friday, in memory of Edward Szymanski .
He would like, the Board to pass a resolution of acceptance
and notification to the Szymanski family.
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be directed to transact
a message to the family of Edward Szymanski , and to the West
Hill. Book Club , for the memorial tree to be planted in Stewart
Park.
Carried Unanimously
M REPORT OF WATER AND SEINER COMMITTEE
M Receipt o Bid - Van for Ithaca Area Wa.stei,-,ater Treatment
M Plait
Q Bids were received on September 18 , 1986 for a van for the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for a van for the Ithaca Area
Wastewater Treatment Plant be awarded to Maguire Ford for
their bid of $9 ,, 911 . 00 . There is $12 , 000 . 00 budgeted for
this account .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS , FACILITIES , PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Proposed Cafe - Comex Plaza Associates
Comm. Albanese stated "there is no resolution drafted. There
was a resolution drafted by the committee , two meetings ago ,
and at that meeting the committee supported the cafe , in
concept , with the stipulations that it would meet any and
all fire code requirements . That is where the resolution
stands . Its been asked to be reconsidered in lieu of not
having that meeting. Ile would submit that the previous resolution
that had been submitted would be the resolutic,,i today, which
is to accept in concept , with permission of the Fire Department .
He understands that there has been some redesign that the
Boa t-d noeds to hear about , and then make a decision , yes
or no . "
Commons Coordinator Deming stated that the Commons Advisory
Board endorsed the concept of the cafe . The CAB has not
accepted any designs .
Stuart Lewis , representing Comex Plaza Associates , stated
that as he understands it , "the things on the to-do list are
as follows : They have to redesign his project so that it
satisfies the needs of the Fire Department and city officials ;
they should confer with Tony Egner , the original architect
of the Commons itself, in as much , as they are asking for
an encroachment . " IIe has met with Mr . Egner and he gave
his approval on the concept of the cafe with sonic comments .
" In meeting with the Design Review Committee , one of the
strong points they brought out , on the original design was
that they felt they would have liked to have seen the design
more onto the Aurora Strect side . The Comex Plaza group
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felt originally when they looked at the building, they saw
the arcade effect and they simply wanted to add the glass
to the arcade effect to create this European Cafe idea . "
He showed a sketch of the original design that he previously
presented to the Board. In the original design
they came down two pillars onto the Commons and that was the
major problem, as it ran against the wishes of the Fire Department.
With the planter box, there is not sufficient room for the
fire engine with its outriggers extended. In another sketch
he presented to the Board he showed how they had changed
the design ; instead of coming out the original 30" as they
requested, they are now coming out 8 ' 1" ; by doing this they
have kept the line of the site right straight across from
the Simeon ' s building. The Comex Plaza Associates is asking m
for a 30" encroachment , in order to get the curvature they
deed , for a European Cafe effect .
Mayor Gutenberger asked Fire Chief Olmstead if the new design
solved his_ problem with fire protection for the Commons .
Fire Chief Olmstead stated that he objects to the part of
the project that extends into the Commons fire lane . He
is also concerned about setting a precedent of encroachment
on the Commons , in itself.
Further discussion took place .
Mayor Gutenberger stated that he felt that all the Board
could do at this meeting is to pass a resolution that they
are in support of coming up with the proper arrangements
for allowing up to a 30" encroachment on the Commons side
and up to a 8 ' encroachment on the Aurora Street side .
Comm. Nichols stated that he would like td= have two separate
resolutions for encroachments ; one for the 8 ' encroachment
on the Aurora Street side and one for the 30" encroachment
on the Commons side .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board, subject to being able to work out
the legal arrangements , would favor the encroachment for
approximately 8 ' on the Aurora Street side of Iszard' s for
a European Cafe , with any cost for demolition or moving of
the planters being borne by the owners ; as the Board has
been assured by the proponent .
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
E Albanese :
RESOLVED, That the Board grants an encroachment on the Commons
as presented on Design # 2 under the same terms and conditions
as stated in the previous resolution.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Nay - Reeves Aye - Albanese
Nay - Nichols Aye - Slattery
Mayor Gutenberger voted aye , breaking the tie . However,
due to the lack of the required four positive votes the motion
was defeated , at this time . (The vote should be considered "
advisory only -per Mayor Gutenberger) .
Motion Defeated
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REPORT OF STREETS , FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE
Payment Request - McGuire and Bennett , Inc .
By' Comm Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request # 2 from McGuire & Bennett ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount
of $337 , 345 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - A.J . Eckert Company , Inc .
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request #4 from A.J. Eckert Company ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved in the amount
of $8 , 503 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Gary L . Wood, PE
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request from Gary L. Wood, PE for
services rendered in connection with inspections and labortory
testing regarding the Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility , be approved
in the amount of $900 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
m Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
Q By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with sidewalks ,
be approved in the amount of $63 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the College
Avenue Street Improvements Project , be approved in the amount
of $84 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount
of $5, 788 . 75 .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A rote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request 06 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for services rendered in connection with the City' s sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of $3 , 264 . 20 .
Carried Unanimously
West State Street Bridge - Insurance Settlement Offer
51-Comm. Albanese: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, the Markel Insurance Company is representing R.J .
Frank ' s Transport in the accident involving damage to the
West State Street Bridge , and
WHEREAS , the Markel Insurance Company has offered a settlement
of ,$,18 , 617 . 85 for repairs to the bridge , and
WHEREAS , this offer meets an estimate for the repairs which
were presented by an independent contractor ; now, therefore ,
be it
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RESOLVED, That this offer settlement be approved and that
the Mayor be authorized and directed to sign the General
Release for the City of Ithaca.
Carried Unanimously
West State Street Bridge - Bridge Repairs
The r g perio on
bridge crew, Donald Sharpsteen ,
— timated that the repairs to the deck of the West State
Street Cayuga Inlet , as shown in our bridge reports
by Modjeski E, Masters , will cost $55- 140 . 20 for materials
only, and
WHEREAS , the bridge deck is in need of repairs , and
IVHEREAS , the repairs will be accomplished by our own bridge
crews ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Board approve the repairs to the bridge
deck and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Common Council be requested to release
$5 , 500 from the Capital Bridge Reserve Account for the purchase
of these materials .
Carried Unanimously
Designation of Fall Pickup Week
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the week of October 20 through October 24 , inclusive ,
be designated as "Fall Pickup Week" during which time a separate
pickup will be made of items of household refuse not normally
collected in the regular weekly trash pickup in accordance
with regulations promulgated by the Superintendent/. Residents
shall place this refuse at curbside on their regular collection
day ; business areas will be limited to one-- day only, which
has been designated as Tuesday, October 21 . "
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT- COMMITTEE
Truck Trafti.c - Hancoc : Street=Petition
A petition has been received regarding truck traffic on Hancock
Street . Hancock Street is a collector street in the City' s
traffic system. A collector street normally has a higher
volume of traffic and more commercial traffic than a strictly
residential street . Residents in the area of Hancock Street ,
in a recent petition, have expressed their concerns regarding
tile, amount of truck traffic on Hancock Street , the hours
at which deliveries are made , and the noise created by the
trucks .
Resolution
BY Comma Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, The City should not ban truck traffic from Hancock
Street , and
WHEREAS , the incidents of through truck traffic seems to
be unnecessarily high, and
IVHEREAS , one source of the noise problem is the uneven grade at e
the intersection of Hancock and Fifth Streets , and
WJJER1',AS, the signage on the State arterial encourages trucks
to use Hancock Street ; now, therefore , be it
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RESOLVED,
1 . That the Board of Public Works directs that Hancock
Street be posted with "No Thru Trucks" signs and that
the N. Y. S. Department of Transportation be asked for
their approval on erecting such signs at the Hancock
Street , Rt . 13 intersection,
2 . That the Department of Public Works include in its
work program for 1987 , the correction of grade problems
on Hancock Street ,
3 . That permission be sought from the N.Y. S. Department
of Transportation for modification of the signage
at the Rt . 13 intersections with Hancock and Third
Streets .
Disccusion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Truck Traffic - P&C Food Store Deliveries-Hancock Street
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
(n RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works requests that the.
m PAC Food Store at the Hancock Street site be requested to
Q require their delivery trucks to use the 3rd Street exit
on Rt . 1-3 for deliveries to and from their place of business .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES
Audit
BY Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited. and approved by Comm. Nichols
as listed on Abstract No . 18 in the amount of $59 , 372 . 57
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $14 , 319 . 65 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment , and it
is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS
Planning Board
Comm. Albanese reported that the Planning Board has asked
for the privilege of having a staff member, from the Planning
Department , sit on the screening committee of interviews
for the position of City Engineer .
(JNFiNISHEI) BUSINESS
Raccoon i'i-oblem
Comm. Slattery asked what is being done about the raccoon
problem in the city . He feels that trapping should be reconsidered.
P-iayor Gutenberger stated that it is now in committee of Common
Council and is be=ing looked -into .
ADJ OURNMF.NT
On a motion the meeting was adjourned at 5 : 45 P.M.
kur lialiii I ruwn- -_ _---- John Gutenberger
Deputy City Clerk Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
SEPTEMBER 24, 1986
13622 William & Lula Tucker G2122 26.54
13623 Elizabeth Cornish F2144 15.00
13624 Mirc Inc. G2122 120.65
13625 Quail Builders F2144 109.10
13626 Hangar Theater F2144 2350.07
13627 City of Ithaca G2803 2010.62
13628 City of Ithaca 02803 528.63
13629 City of Ithaca F2803 1885.15
13630 City of Ithaca F2803 2442.04
13631 Cornell University G2120 86971.40
TOTAL 6922.01 TOTAL 89537.19
TOTAL $969459. 20
APPROVED BY F NANCE COMMITTEE
2001 Carolyn Mackie A1710 25.00
2002 Lawrence Hull A1710 25.00
2003 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
2004 James Carey A1710 25.00
2005 George Lambrou A1710 25.00
2006 Carolyn Whitlow A1710 84.17
2007 E. F. Hayward Company A1710 57.00
266.17
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. October 8 , 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (4) - Albanese , Nichols , Reeves , Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt. of Public Works - Dougherty
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Fire Chief - Olmstead
Council Liaison - Hoffman
Asst. City Controller - Cafferillo
Building Commissioner - Hoard
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Gerkin (excused) , Stone (excused)
O PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
0 Mayor Gutenberg–e-r-1--eJ all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
0 to the American flag.
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m MINUTES :
Q Approval of Minutes of September 24 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Nic ols
RESOLVED, That approval of the Minutes of the September 24,
1986 meeting be postponed until the Board of Public Works
meeting on October 22 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
Mayor Gutenberger gave clarification on the vote on the Comex
Plaza Associates resolution. Four positive votes are required
to pass any resolution, and since the vote was three to two ,
technically there were not enough vote to pass it . The vote
was advisory. (Refer to City Attorney' s memo dated 9/26/86) .
ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested the addition of Item C - Request
for policy - towing of cars ; and Item D - Experimental Regulation
re. parking; also a report on parking on Cornell Avenue .
No Board member objected.
Streets , Facilities , Parks , and Refuse Committee
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item F - Payment
Request - McGuire & Bennett .
No Board member objected.
Report of Special Committees
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of budget after the
audit .
No Board member objected.
Water and Sewer Committee
Supt. Dougherty requested a correction on water and sewer
rate change . The rate for inside the city for sewer where
it shows $ . 65 and $ . 55 , is an error and should be a flat
rate of $ . 86 .
No Board member objected.
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PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Commons Cafe
Fire Chief Olmstead spoke to the Board regarding the proposed
Iszard' s Cafe . He stated that since the last meeting, he
had met with the Building Commissioner, Tom Hoard, and they
reviewed the building code for the issuance of the building
permit . From the information they have gathered, "it indicates
that the city would not be able to issue a permit for the
projection from the building, as it imposes some disadvantages
against other buildings across the street . " Mr. Hoard has
spoken with the three principles in the project , so that
they are aware of the concerns . They also spoke with Tony
Egner and the former Fire Chief, Charles Weaver, about some
of the decisions that were made when the Commons was designed
and built , and how the compromises came about (.fire lanes ,
placement of planters , etc .) . "That Section (Section 705 . 4E
of the NYS Uniform Fire Code and Building Code) that applies
in the code now, applied back then and what was left was space
that was not built upon or otherwise obstructed; it was left
as minimum space that was necessary. "
When this issue comes- up for a vote or further discussion
he would like to be advised of it so he can be included.
There is no problem with the encroachment on the Aurora Street
side , only the Commons side .
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Expanded Bus Service to the Hospital
Alderperson Hoffman reported that the resolution from the
Board on expanded bus service to the hospital was approved
by Council after considerable discussion about the County' s
responsibility to cover the deficit .
Asst . Supt . of Public Works
Alderperson Hoffman reported that the salary level recommended,
by the Superintendent , for the Assistant Superitendent ' s
position was approved by Council .
Former Sewer Plant - Site for Farmer ' s Market
Alderperson Hoffman state t at iscussion on the use of
the former Sewer Plant, as a site for the Farmer ' s Market
is continuing. The issue will be coming back to the Council ,
for discussion and continued direction, possibly by next
month, because the City has to submit an application for
funding to the State Council of the Arts to help pay for
an architect or consultant to help design that site if the
City is going to go ahead and use it as a site .
East Hill Construction
Al erperson Hoffman, speaking for Alderperson Killeen, stated
that a lot of street work is underway on East Hill . The
City is placing many traffic barricades with only ' S$F' marked
on them_, no other markings of ownership or responsibility
are on them. He thinks they sould carry a City of Ithaca
markings for liability purposes , accountability and just
plain common sense .
Youth Bureau
Al erperson Hoffman asked if there is an opening date yet
for the new Youth Bureau facility.
Supt . Dougherty responded that there is not yet an opening
date set .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Project Report - Seneca Street Garage
Supt . Doug erty reported that the Seneca Street Garage project
is coming along pretty close to being on schedule .
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Collegetown Street Project
Supt . Dougherty reported that in regard to the Collegetown
Street project , the sidewalk construction is about 95% complete ;
the paving blocks will be laid next week and the curbing
is all finished. The project should be substantially completed
around October 20th, except for the benches and the street
lighting. The signs are approximately 60% reinstalled in
the project .
Potter' s Falls Dam Guniting Project
Supt . Dougherty reported that t e Potter' s Falls Dam guniting
project is about a week and a half behind schedule . They
are having problems with the amount of water coming over
the dam. To get the project back on schedule , they have
proposed putting two crews on the job.
Pipeline - Six Mile Creek
Supt . Dougherty reported that the pipeline job at the Six
Mile Creek area is underway. The pipe will be delivered
on October 30th.
Appointments
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has appointed the following
persons :
Stuart Douglas as a Bus Driver at $6 . 06 per hour, effective
Q October 20 , 1986.
Charles Craig as a permanent part-time Bus Driver at
$5 . 83 per hour, effective October 20 , 1986 ;
and he request the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Stuart
Douglas as a Bus Driver at $6 . 06 per hour, and Charles Craig
as a permanent part-time Bus Driver at $5 . 83 per hour. Both
appointments are effective October 20 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
Assistant Superintendent of Public Works
Supt . Dougherty reported that he is happy to announce that
he has appointed Larry Fabbroni as Assistant Superintendent
of Public Works , effective November 3 , 1986 , at an annual
salary of $39 , 336 , and he asks the Board' s concurrence.
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Larry
Fabbroni to the position of Assistant Superintendent of Public
Works , effective November 3 , 1986 at the annual salary of
$39 , 336 .
Carried Unanimously
Mr. Larry Fabbroni was sworn in by Deputy City Clerk Brown.
Curbing in Collegetown
Al erperson Ho man asked Supt . Dougherty if he had received
any comments about the design of the new curbing on College
Avenue , where the aprons come out into the street .
Supt . Dougherty responded that the aprons were always part
of the design.
Comm. Nichols stated that at an earlier meeting the Parking
and Traffic Committee reported that neither Frank Gombas ,
Traffic Engineer, nor the Supt . , had been aware of the number
of parking spaces that were going to be lost in this process .
In an answering memo from the Planning Department , it was
asserted that the city wasn' t losing any, but we are losing
about ten or twelve spaces ; somewhere we are gaining spaces
but the location is not known. Also distance between the
meter posts has been shortened.
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Future Site of Wegman' s
Supt . Dougherty reported that at the future site of Wegman' s ,
down on Meadow Street , they have been surcharging the area
with a lot of fill . Out behind the site there is a relief
channel that drains a lot of the Spencer Road, Elmira Road
area and the weight of that fill on the adjacent land raised
up the bottom of the relief channel . The contractor has
moved in some heavy equipment to correct the situation and
has dug it all out ; the channel is now back to normal and
there should be no problem in case of a need for a run-off
. through. that channel .
City Engineer' s Position
Comm. Albanese asked w at the status of the City Engineer' s
position is .
Supt . Dougherty responed that applications are being accepted
until the 15th of October, and approximately a dozen have
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WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the monitoring
stations at the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , be
approved in the amount of $13 , 205 . 00 .
- Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - International Gunite , Inc .
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from International Gunite ,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the rehabilitation
of Potter' s Falls Dam, be approved in the amount of $35 , 857 . 07 .
Discussion followed on the floor .
Comm. Albanese asked if this payment request had gone to
Stearns & Wheler and if they make any recommendations on
it .
Supt . Dougherty responded that it has ; they check it and
sign it on the back.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Water and Sewer Rate Change
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the last rate change for water and sewer was implemented
approximately a year ago , and
WHEREAS, the Board at that time decided to eventually arrive
at a single rate water schedule , and
WHEREAS, the new sewage treatment plant will be on line in
1987 and the budgeted estimates for the plant operation have
been made ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED,, That the water and sewer rates as shown on the
attached schedule be accepted, and be it further
RESOLVED, That a public information meeting be held on
October 22 , 1986 at 4 p.m.
Comm. Nichols, stated that there was a correction on the sewer
rate . The figures that were 65¢ and 55� are 86¢ . That is
a standard rate . The rate is 86¢ for 100 cubic feet for
all users . There is no differential for small and large
users and that is required by law.
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He also stated that "in regard to the water rates , the only
change from the existing rates has to do with the large users .
Previously, the rate for over 1200 cubic feet , the rate for
100 cubic feet was 70� and it has now been raised to 80¢ .
There is no other change in the water rate for inside the
city. For outside the city the previous rate , (corrected
rate) , that was made for large users was 88¢ for 100 cubic
feet , (this is to 10 , 000 cubic feet) , that is the one
that is now changed to $1 . 00 . That rate mainly applies to
the Town of Ithaca and the reason that it is not 50% higher,
than the inside of the City rate , is because the town does
its own pumping on West Hill . The only changes in the water
rates have been for the large users ; for normal homeowners
there will be no change in the water rates . "
This is step 2 of a plan that will eventually bring the large
users up to the same rates as the small users .
On the sewer rate there is a substantial increase for everybody,
but a much larger increase for the large users than for the
CD small users . For the small users the rate is up from 65¢
for 100 cubic feet to 86� . For the large users the rate
was 40¢ per 100 cubic feet and is going up to 86� ; an increase
of over 100% .
Because of the increased costs of the water system and the
Q much larger increase in the cost of the sewer, the situation
for the normal home owner would mean that their total bill
for water and sewer (the sewer of course is based upon the
same cubic feet as the water) , their total bill for 100 cubic
feet would go from $1. 55 to $1 . 76 . That is an increase of
13. 5% . For example , for a quarterly bill that was $40. 00
it would now go up to $45 . 42 . The small user has pretty
well been protected; however, for the large users this repre-
sents a very large increase and for that reason as well as
others , the committee felt it appropriate not to act on this
motion today, but act on at the next Board meeting after
the public information meeting, so that those persons who
want to speak on the subject can do so before the Board votes
on the resolution.
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the first Resolved read as follows : "That
the water and sewer rates as shown on the attached schedule
be accepted for discussion. "
Discussion followed on the floor.
Alderperson Hoffman stated that at the last meeting the Fire
Chief recommended that the unmetered sprinkler service charges
be eliminated.
Comm. Nichols responded that the committee discussed that
and they voted not to make any changes in the monthly charges .
Comparisons were made with other communities regarding the
charges and the other communities are far higher than what
is charged here; if this charge were dropped, the city would
lose about $18 , 000. As had been previously noted, the savings
in insurance involved (in having the sprinkler system) more
than makes up for the cost that the people are paying to
the city for that purpose .
Mayor Gutenberger requested a copy of the list of the cities
that were contacted, and a copy of former City Engineer Novelli ' s
memo .
A vote for the amending resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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A vote on the main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Requests - Sear-Brown Associates
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from Sear-Brown
Associates for professional services rendered, be approved
as follows :
a) Green Street Garage - $ 702 . 97
b) Seneca Street Garage- $5644. 71
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Gary L. Wood, P. E.
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Gary L. Wood, P.E.
for concrete inspection services renedered in connection
with the Ithaca Youth Bureau project , be approved in the
amount of $585 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - A.J. Eckert Company, Inc.
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request. #5 from A.J.- Eckert Company,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Ithaca
Youth Bureau project , be approved in the amount of $14, 107 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co. , Inc.
BY Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request #8 from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Co . , Inc. for general construction services rendered in connection
with the Ithaca Youth Bureau project , be approved in the
amount of $1271420 . 40 .
Discussion followed on the floor. `
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the wording "subject to verification and
justification" be added after the dollar amount .
Carried Unanimously
A vote on the main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request #7 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for work performed under the City' s sidewalk program, be
approved in the amount of $1 , 496 . 85 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - McGuire & Bennett
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from McGuire $ Bennett ,
Inc. for services performed in connection with general construction
of the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount
of $204, 440 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously .r
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Par Ting at West State Street Lot
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has expressed concern about the lack
of parking at the West State Street Lot for fire department
personnel , and
WHEREAS, the volunteer firefighters make a great contribution
to the community; now, therefore , be it
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RESOLVED, That when properly marked, the vehicles of the
active volunteer members and the paid members of the Fire
Department be exempt from meter charges in the metered section
of the West State Street lot .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols stated that "the Chief and the Supt . have agreed
that the Chief will design and have appropriate marking for
the vehicles , and it will only go to the active volunteers . "
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows ;
Carried Unanimously
Consideration of Exempt Parking - Fire Department Volunteers
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the active volunteer firefighters perform an important
emergency service to the community, and
WHEREAS, the Board feels that increased recognition of this
service would possibly attract more volunteers to the fire
department program; now, therefore , be it
m RESOLVED, That the Board recommends that the Common Council
m consider exempting from payment of parking meter fees at
Q any time a properly marked vehicle of an active volunteer
firefighter.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Fire Chief Olmstead stated that there are 50 to 75 people
in the volunteer incentive program in 1986. He anticipates
a reduction in that number in 1987 . There is a level of
performance that is required strictly relating to active
firefighting response so it doesn' t address the issues of
people who support the company in other ways , but do not
actually fight fires .
Amending Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the word "meter" in the Resolved paragraph
after the words payment of parking be removed.
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion
A vote on the main motion as amended resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Comm. Nichols pointed out that the above action is only a
recommendation to Council .
Request for Policy - Towing of Cars
By Comm. Nichols : Seocnded by Comm. Reeves
�MEREAS, the Fire Chief, in a memorandum . dated Spetember
24, 1986, has stated that the Fire Department faces a continual
problem of vehicles parking and blocking fire hydrants , and
has requested signage at hydrants indicating that parking
is prohibited and that the hydrant zone (a 30-foot zone centered
on the hydrant) is a tow-away zone , and
WHEREAS, the Board believes that such signage would be unsightly
and expensive , and
WHEREAS, such signage should be unnecessary since the law
regarding life-safety zones is quite clear and should be
known to all drivers , and
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WHEREAS, the problem seems to be the reluctance of the police
to ticket and tow cars parked in life-safety zones , and
WHEREAS, the reluctance of the police to tow cars in such
instances seems to be part of a general problem of confusion
as to when cars may be towed; now therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be requested to bring together the
appropriate representatives of the Common Council , the Police
Department , the Fire Department , the City Attorney, and the
Board of Public Works to establish a specific written policy
and procedures in the towing of cars .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Experimental Regulation re: Parking
BY Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee has met
and discussed the concern of property owners along Irving
Place as it relates to parking of vehicles on both sides
of the street ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That a 90-day experimental regulation be implemented
under Section 60 . 3A of the Code of Ordinances , prohibiting
the parking of motor vehicles between 9 : 00 a.m. and 6 : 00
p.m. on the south side of Irving Place from Delaware Avenue
to Bryant Park.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Cascadilla & Third Street Signs - Report
Comm. Nichols reported that "No Parking" signs have been
removed to increase the visibility at that intersection.
In addition, in next years work schedule there will be cross-
-:ralks at the intersection, and there will be new signs placed
that state "Children at Play" . The City Engineer did traffic
counts at the intersection as well as at First Street and
Geneva, and it did indicate that there is some increase in
traffic, at those intersections , but not enough to justify
a four-way stop sign.
Cornell Avenue - Report
Comm. Nic ols reported that the committee has agreed that
it would be justified to have no parking on Cornell Avenue ,
between Llenroc Court and University Avenue . There will
be a resolution forthcoming.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Nichols as listed on Abstract No . 18 in the amount of $22 , 932 . 23
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $7, 706 . 67 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that
bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No . 31)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved
in the amount of $1 , 058 , 173 . 52 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
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REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS
Budget Committee
Comm. Albanese stated that the committee has been asked to
review a few items in the budget before it goes any further,
so he needs to set up a time and place for the budget committee
to meet for review.
The meeting will be Wednesday, October 15 , at the Streets
and Facilities building.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 30 P.M.
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Ruthann Brown /Mayor C . Guten erge
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
OCTOBER 8, 1986
13632 Jennifer C. Uotila G2122 33.97
13633 Charles A Fritchler F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
13634 Florence B Smith F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
13635 Cornell University F2144 9.00 G2122 6.00
13636 Roy Casterline F2144 87. 10
13637 Rozita J Chedzoy F2144 291.60
13638 Charles Arnold F2144 42.00
13639 John Rancich F2144 16.00
13640 Nancy Falconer & J Fane F2144 24.00
13641 Town of Ithaca G2374 368.40
13642 Town of Ithaca G2374 322.76
13643 Town of Ithaca G2374 177.91
13644 Town of Ithaca G2374 155.00
13645 Town of Ithaca G2374 220.98
13646 Town of Ithaca G2374 339.64
13647 Town of Ithaca G2374 287.10
13648 Dryden Sewer Dist # 2 G2374 799.06
13649 Morse Chain Co. G2120 175.00
13650 U S Dept of Agriculture G2120 1051.40
TOTAL 493.70 TOTAL 3949.22
APPROVED BY FIN N COMMITTEE
2000 R H P A1710 25.00
2009 Ithaca Neighborhood Housing A1710 25.00
2010 Orson Ledger A1710 30.00
2011 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
2012 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
2013 Joseph Leonardo A1710 25.00
2014 R H P A1710 25.00
2015 Jason Fane A1710 25.00
2016 Orson Ledger A1710 25.00
TOTAL 230.00
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. October 22 , 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (4) - Albanese , Nichols , Reeves , Gerkin
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Fire Chief - Olmstead
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Council Liaison - Hoffman
ABSENT:
Commissioners (2) - Stone (excused) , Slattery (excused)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS :
Public Informational Meeting re : Water and Sewer Rate Changes
Mayor Guten erger stated that notices had been sent out regarding
the water and sewer rate changes .
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Peter Zaharis (owner of Pete ' s and a car wash on the West
End) asked if the rate is going to be exactly as quoted in
the letter, and whether that is a flat increase for everyone
involved, or whether it ' s based on the consumption.
Comm. Nichols explained what the changes are .
MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of the September 24, 1986 Meeting
Comm. Reeves requested t e following corrections on page
2 : under "Memos from Fire Chief Olmstead" item (4) should
be "Fire Line Charges" ; also the paragraph toward the bottom
of the page , headed "Fire Lane Charges" should read "Fire
Line Charges ," and in the paragraph it should also read "fire
line charges . "
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the September 24 , 1986 meeting
be approved as corrected.
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Minutes of the October 8 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the October 8 , 1986 meeting
be deferred until the next Board meeting.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water an Sewer Committee
Comm. Nic ols requested the addition of Item C - Water and
Sewer Rate Change.
No Board member objected.
Budget Committee
Comm. Albanese stated that there was a budget committee meeting
and the result of that budget meeting was the letter that
was drafted and sent to the Mayor, dated October 16 , 1986 ,
as follows :
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"TO John Gutenberger, Mayor
FROM: Marc Albanese , Commissioner B. P.W.
RE 1987 D. P.W. BUDGET REVIEW
As per your request the Board of Public Works met to
review the 1987 D. P.W. Budget and suggest the following changes
be implemented in your budget .
ACCOUNT LINE
A1624 Maintenance Facility 435 $ - 10, 000
A5111 Highways 215 + 25- 000
A5142 Snow Removal 215 - 33 , 000
A5142 Snow Removal 477 + 5 , 000
A7112 Stewart Park 483 - 10 , 000
NET REDUCTION $ 46 , 000
Maintenance Facility - Delete $10 , 000 for the women' s
restroom because the staff is in the process of changing
the alarm system and the lock system which would allow the
women bus drivers to use the restroom located in the office
wing after regular office hours .
Snow Removal - Delete $33 , 000 for a four yard dump truck
to be used to cover zone five flat area and add $5 , 000 for
parts to refurbish, in house , truck #32 to be used as a seasonal
vehicle for this purpose .
Highways - Add $2 , 000 to the cost of replacement of
truck #32 due to the lack of a trade-in because we will be
refurbishing old truck for snow removal .
Stewart Park - Delete $10 , 000 for materials to repair
tennis courts because of the uncertain circumstances surrounding
the policies to be determined by Common Council regarding
the Stewart Park Master Plan.
The Board of Public Works and the staff of the Department
of Public Works reviewed in depth the 1987 budget at the
time of preparation and again emphasize the department ' s
need for increased maintenance and the additional responsi-
bilities of the Department as outlined in my budget statement
of August 26 , 1986 . "
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Supt . Dougherty requested that on Item A - Payment Request-
Raymond E. Kelley, Inc. , the following sentence be added:
"pending receipt of missing insurance documents . "
No Board member objected.
DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Par-king, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested that Item C - Irving Place parking
be deleted.
No Board member objected. °°
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Ca e Proposal by Comex Plaza Associates
Mayor Guten erger gave an update on the proposed Comex Cafe .
He said that various departments are still working on the
fire safety and building permit questions . Also , the question
of who would be the appropriate body to grant the encroachment ,
license , or lease was raised. He received a memo from the
Asst . City Attorney, Paul Bennett , that states the following:
"after reviewing the matter with the City Attorney, I 'm of
the opinion that the proposal involving 240 square feet is
not a mere encroachment onto City property, but would require
the sale or lease of City property. Accordingly, Common
Council , not the Board, would be the appropriate body to
act on the sale or lease . "
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Asst . City Attorney' s memo (dated October 16 , 1986) was
distributed to the Board members by Deputy City Clerk Brown,
as requested by the Mayor.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Appointments
Supt. Dougherty reported that he has appointed Mickey Vanderpool
as a Truck Driver in the Streets and Facilities Division,
at $5 . 41 per hour, effective October 13, 1986 and he asks
the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the appointment of Mickey
Vanderpool as a Truck Driver in the Streets and Facilities
Division at $5 . 41 per hour, effective October 13 , 1986.
Carried Unanimously
Youth Bureau Facility
Supt . Dougherty reported that a meeting was held on October
0 21st with all the principals involved in the construction
0 of the Youth Bureau Facility. The selection of the methods
0 of repairing some of the defective plastering was resolved.
U Six additional plasterers will be assigned to the job . He
co said he felt that the lines of communications had been opened
back up, and that he anticipated "better progress now. " He
Q expects to receive a written completion date within the next
week from the general contractor.
City Engineer Selection Process
Supt . Dougherty stated that there is nothing definite yet
on the City Engineer position. The date has passed for the
submission of applications .
REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Louis Picciano Sr . Corp.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request #6 , final , from
Louis Picciano Sr. Corp. , for services rendered in connection
with the Wastewater Lagoon Project , be approved in the amount
of $11 , 727 . 35 .
Carried Unanimously
Request from V. Giordano for Variance for Use of Sewer Line
A request has been received from V. Giordano regarding the
location of a sewer line under the corner of a building at
the warehouse at 738 Cascadilla Street .
Resolution
BY Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the sewer in question is a privately owned sewer,
and
WHEREAS, the location under the corner of the building does
not seem to reduce the efficiency of the pipeline , and
WHEREAS, the owners have indicated their acceptance of full
responsibility for the operation of this pipeline ; now, there-
fore , be it
RESOLVED, That the request of Mr . V. Giordano for a variance
to continue using the sewer in its present location be granted.
Carried Unanimously
Water and Sewer Rate Change
By Comm. Nichols : Seco-n—d-e-a by Comm. Gerkin
WHEREAS, the last rate change for water and sewer was imple-
mented approximately a year ago, and
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WHEREAS, the Board at that time decided to eventually arrive
at a single rate water schedule , and
WHEREAS, the new sewage treatment plant will be on line in
1987 and the budgeted estimates for the plant operation have
been made ; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the water and sewer rates as shown on the
attached scheduled be accepted.
Comm. Nichols stated that for further clarification on the
water rates , the only change is the rate for the large users
(over 10, 000 cubic feet) . For those inside the city the
rate will be changed from 70� per 100 cubic feet to 80¢ .
For those outside the city the rate will be changed from
88¢ per 100 cubic feet to $1 . 00 .
On the sewer rate , all users will be raised to a rate of
86¢ per 100 cubic feet . For small users this is an increase
from the present rate of 65� . For large users this is an
increase from the present rate of 40¢ .
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the sprinkler
systems charge .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Chief Olmstead' s memo (dated October 22 , 1986) , regarding
"Fire Line Charges" , was distributed to the Board members
by Deputy City Brown, as requested by the Mayor .
Resolution to Refer
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the matter of charges for the water sprinkler
rate be referred to the Water and Sewer Committee for review
and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
^ESOLVED, That the following payment request from Empire
Soils Investigations , Inc. for services rendered in connection
with the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved in the
amount of $6 , 044. 50 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from Empire
Soils Investigations , Inc . for services rendered in connection
with sidewalks be approved in the amount of $21 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from Empire
Soils Investigations , Inc. for services rendered in connection
with College Avenue street improvements be approved in the
amount of $21. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
BY Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That payment request #8 from Ithaca Rigging Service
for work performed under the city' s sidewalk program be approved
in the amount of $1 , 412 . 61 .
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Gary L. Wood, P. E.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by-Co-mm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from Gary L.
Wood, P. E. for services rendered in connection with concrete
cylinder tests in connection with the Ithaca Youth Bureau
project be approved in the amount of $50. 00.
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - V. Giordano Construction & Supply Corp.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from V. Giordano
Construction & Supply Corp. for a concrete sidewalk at 411
Turner Place , under the City of Ithaca sidewalk program,
be approved in the amount of $153 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - McGuire $ Bennett, Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request #3 from McGuire
and Bennett , Inc. , for services rendered in connection with
O Collegetown street improvements be approved in the amount
0 of $64, 885 . 00.
Discussion followed on the floor.
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A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Q Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - James L. Lewis , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from James L.
Lewis , Inc. for services rendered in connection with plumbing
for the Ithaca Youth Bureau project be approved in the amount
of $30 , 187 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Al anese
RESOLVED, That the following payment request #8 from Williams
Electrical Construction for services rendered in connection
with the Ithaca Youth Bureau be approved in the amount of
$13, 935 . 81 .
Carried Unanimously
Award of Contract - Street Trees
Comm. Gerkin directed the Boar to the tabulation sheet of
bids and explained the items thereof.
Resolution
BY Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the contract for street trees be awarded to
the low bidder, Schichtel ' s Nursery, for their bid of $4, 148 . 50 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Payment Request - Raymond E. Kelley, Inc.
BY Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the following payment request from Raymond
E. Kelley, Inc . for professional services rendered in connection
with the Seneca Street Parking Garage be approved in the
amount of $48 , 549. 51 pending receipt of missing insurance
documents .
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , P.C.
BY Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the following final payment request - from Sear-Brown
Associates , P. C. for professional services relating to the
post-tensioning system repairs be approved in the amount
of $2 , 926 . 57 .
Carried Unanimously
Report - Cornell Avenue - No Parking
Comm. Nichols reported that to improve the visibility and
safety near the intersection of Llenroc Court and Cornell
Avenue , the existing parking on the north side of Cornell
Avenue , west of Llenroc Court , is to be restricted. The
Traffic Engineer will order "No Parking" signs to be installed
within this portion of Cornell Avenue .
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Stewart Park Executive Committee
Comm. Nichols stated that there has been a meeting called
of the Stewart Park Executive Advisory Executive Committee
for 2 : 30 p .m. on October 28th.
Audit - Report
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Commissioner
Gerkin as listed on Abstract No . 19 in the amount of $76 , 057 . 64
for the General Fund and in the amount of $14, 445 . 87 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment , and it
is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 00 P.M.
Ruthann Brown hn C. Gute erger
Deputy City Clerk Odyor
WATER AND SEWER RATE INCREASES
EFFECTIVE
1 . RATE INSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Cu. Ft .
Meter Allowed Water Sewer Total Charges
Small 1 , 200 10 . 80 10 . 32 21. 12
1" 3 , 200 26 . 80 27 . 52 54. 32
1-12" 5 , 500 45 . 20 47 . 30 92 . 50
2" 113, 200 90 . 80 96. 32 187. 12
3" 163, 000 129. 20 137 . 60 266 . 80
4" 24 , 100 194 . 00 207 . 26 401 . 26
6" 42 , 100 338. 00 362 . 06 700 . 06
First 1 , 200 cu. ft . per
100 cu. ft . . 90 . 6S
Over 1 , 200 cu. ft . per
100 cu. ft . . 80 . 55
2 . RATE OUTSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Cu. Ft .
Meter Allowed Water
Small 1 , 200 16 . 20
1" 3 , 200 40 . 20
1-12 5 , 500 67 . 80
2" 11, 200 133 . 80
3" 16 , 000 181 . 80
4" 24 , 100 262 . 80
6" 4231100 443 . 80
Hirst 1 , 200 cu. ft . per
100 cu. ft . 1. 35
Next 8 , 800 cu. ft . per
100 cu. ft . 1 . 20
Over 10 , 000 cu. ft . per
100 cu. ft . 1 . 00
3 . UNMETERED WATER FOR CIRCUSES AND CARNIVALS
(Suitable connections to hydrants shall be made by the Water and Sewer
Division)
Circuses and Carnivals . . . . $50 . 00/day or fraction thereof.
4. BULK WATER FOR FILLING SPRAY RIGS, TANK TRUCKS, ETC.
Is available at the Water Building, 510 First Street , at $20 . 00 per
load up to 500 gallons , plus $10 . 00 per thousand over 500 gallons ,
cash on delivery.
5 . UNMETERED SPRINKLER SERVICE CHARGES
$6 . 00 per inch diameter per quarter for each sprinkler service .
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
OCTOBER 22, 1986
13651 City of Ithaca F2803 4548.25
13652 M A Bongionanni, Inc. F2142 270.20
13653 M A Bongiovanni, Inc. F2142 1444.10
13654 Clinton West Ltd. G2122 52.63
13655 Kenneth Andrew G2122 33.97
13656 Howard Porter F2144 388.20
13657 John E Perry F2144 520.35
13658 William Lower F2144 18.46 G2122 12.31
13659 Ceasar Fontana F2144 3402.00
Total WR 10591.56 Total Sr 98.91
TOTAL $10,690.47
APPROV BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
QA-t —
2017 John Rancich A1720 135.25
2018 Jason Fane A2410 120_0._0_0
TOATL 1335. 25
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. November 12 , 1986
PRESENT:
Commissioners (5) - Albanese , Reeves , Nichols , Gerkin, Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
- Asst . Superintendent - Fabbroni
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
City Chamberlain - Parsons
Purchasing- Agent - Clynes
Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Attorney - Nash
ABSENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioner (1) - Stone
Commissioner Albanese chaired the meeting in the absence
of Mayor Gutenberger.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
m Commissioner Albanese led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
(n to the American flag.
Q MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of October 8 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the October 8 , 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Minutes of October 22 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED , That the Minutes of the October 22 , 1986 meeting
" be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
DPW Budget
Alderperson Hoffman reminded the Board that the Budget and
and Administration Committee will be considering the DPW budget
on the 18th at 7 : 30 P.M. in Council Chambers . He invited
Board members to attend.
Comm. Nichols requested copies of the revised budget be
distributed to Board members .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Board Meeting
Supt . Dougherty requested that the next Board of Public Works
meeting be rescheduled for either the 24th or the 25th of November.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the next Board of Public Works meeting date
be changed from Wednesday, November 26 , 1986 to Monday, November
24 , 1986 at 4 : 00 P.M.
Carried Unanimously
Potter' s Falls Dam Rehabilitation Project
Supt . Dougherty reported that the Potter ' s Falls Dam project
is about two-thirds complete . He received a request from
the contractor, requesting a three week extension of time ,
because of extra work, over runs , and additional work change
orders . He said that many of the problems that were envisoned
and discussed prior to accepting the bid, were now being
realized. He requested a resolution to grant the contractor
this three week ` extension.
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Comm. Albanese said that he felt the Board should be sure
that there are no conflicting issues in the resolution, and
to verify that this extension of time does not change the
base bid, or require any further change orders that would
affect the base bid.
Supt . Dougherty responded that the only price increases that
exist in this contract are for the contractor to do more
work than was originally specified.
Resolution
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Supt . of Public Works be authorized to
grant an extension if there are no conflicting issues in the
two resolutions , and if there are no changes in the amount .
Carried Unanimously
Pipeline Project - Watershed
Supt . Dougherty reported that the pipe has been delivered
for the watershed pipeline and the project is on schedule .
Seneca Street Ramp
Supt . Dougherty reported that some tendons may have to be
replaced. There has been some serious damage on the north
side of the ramp . Sear-Brown Associates will have a report
next week on what will need to be done on the ramp .
SJS Request for Personnel
Supt . Dougherty reported that at the last meeting of the
SJS, a request was made to the Board to proceed in negotiating
a contract with a gentleman for work as a Treatment Plant
Operator. Since that time , Gary Gleason and the Supt . have
determined that because of the period of time it would take to get
this person on board, that the work this person would be
doing will be done in-house until the first of the year.
He requested that the request from the SJS Committee concerning
the additional personnel in the Treatment Plant be referred
to the Water and Sewer Committee for their deliberation.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the request from the SJS Committee for additional
personnel at the Treatment Plant be referred to the Water
and Sewer Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT:
Asst. Supt . Fabbroni stated that e is happy to be on board.
The snow crew will officially go on night duty on the 16th.
The Cass Park ice rink opened, on schedule , on the 6th. His
crews have been looking at some drainage problems .
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD :
Long-Term Parking Permit Problems
Lucy Bergstrom, 17 Dug Road, Lu lowville , spoke to the Board
about the problems in purchasing long-term parking_ permits .
She feels that the 6 month parking permit system is not
working; they are tying up the spots for too long. Some
people are purchasing 25-30 permits per person and that makes �ry.
it unfair to the single individual who is trying to purchase
one . She suggested that the permits be for up to three months
and only two permits issued per person.
Supt . Dougherty responded that her suggestions will be brought
up at the next Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee meeting
on the 17th at noon in the Superintendent ' s Office .
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Farmers ' Market - Request for Extended Season
Anna Steinkraus , 345 Sc a er. Road, - Newfield, spoke to the Board
on behalf of the Ithaca Farmers ' Market . The Farmers ' Market
is requesting formal permission from the Board to extend
the season for the Farmers ' Market . They would like to
continue selling until December 20th (Saturdays only) at
Taughannock Blvd. , changing the hours to 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Supt . Dougherty stated that there is no problem with this
request . There is a license and the Farmers ' Market makes
a donation.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works, grants permission
to the Ithaca Farmers ' Market to extend its season, Saturday
mornings , at Taughannock Blvd. , to December 20 , 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
ayment Request - Barton & Loguidice, P. C.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Barton $ Loguidice ,
m P. C. for engineering services rendered in connection with
the Water Systems Improvements project , be approved in the
m amount of $32 , 708 . 13 .
Q Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - International Gunite
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from International Gunite
for services rendered in connection with the Rehabilitation
of Potter ' s Falls Dam project , be approved in the amount
of $132 , 346 , 52 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Central New York H & E Co . , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That payment request #1 from Central New York H & E
Co . , Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Relocation
of Raw Water Main project , be approved in the amount of
$32 , 537 . 50.
Carried Unanimously
Unmetered Sprinkler Service Charges
By Comm. Gerkin : Seconded by Comm. Nichols
WHEREAS, the existing water and sewer rates provide for an
unmetered sprinkler service charge of $6 . 00 per inch diameter
per quarter for each sprinkler service , and
WHEREAS, the Fire Chief has indicated that he believes this
charge would have an adverse effect on his program of encouraging
installation of residential sprinkler systems ; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the water and sewer rates be revised to indicate
that the unmetered sprinkler service charges listed on the
schedule of water and sewer rates apply only for service
lines greater than 1 inch in diameter , and be it further
RESOLVED, That this revision be effective with the water
bills rendered and payable January 1, 1987 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols noted that most residential units use only
an inch in diameter and the effect of this on our present
budget will be minimal because there are not very many
residential homes that presently do have this unmetered
sprinkler service . It would only be a matter of several
hundred dollars that is involved, at the moment .
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A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Stearns and Wheler
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler for
professional engineering services rendered in connection
with the design and construction of wastewater monitoring
stations in July, be approved in the amount of $185 . 30 .
Carried Unanimouslym
Payment Request - M. Hubbard Construction
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That a payment request from M. Hubbard Construction
for services rendered in connection with monitoring stations
of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant , be approved
in the amount of $55 , 735 . 55 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , P. C .
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That a pyament request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C. for professional services rendered in connection with
the Seneca Street Parking Garage , Phase II , through October
5, 1986 , be approved in the amount of $9, 698 . 71 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Reuuest - McGuire & Bennett, Inc .
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That payment request 44 from McGuire & Bennett ,
Inc . for professional services rendered in connection with
the Dryden Road Parking Garage , be approved in the amount
of $225 , 435 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Requests - Edward Joy Company
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from Edward
Joy Company for material and labor furnished in connection
with plumbing work at the Dryden Road Parking Garage , be
approved:
Payment Request #1 $ 2 , 850 . 00
Payment Request #2 $17 , 641 . 50
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That payment request #9 from Williams Electrical
Construction for services rendered in connection with the
Ithaca Youth Bureau Facility, be approved in the amount of
$13, 464. 51 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Ithaca Rigging Service
for services performed in connection with the City ' s sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of $3 , 272 . 95 .
Carried Unanimously
City Attorney Nash arrived at 4 : 45 P.M.
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Request to Purchase Property
A request as been received from Ed and Joyce Hurd regarding
the possible sale of City-owned property near their residence .
This property comprises the lot shown on map U23 , lot 306 ,
lot #21 .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
WHEREAS, the staff has indicated that the City ' s needs on
this property would be satisfied by retaining rights-of-ways
if needed, and
WHEREAS, the committee sees no other public works use for
this property; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That it be recommended to the Common Council that
this property be offered for sale under the usual procedures .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt . Dougherty explained that this property in on Treva
G) Avenue . Years ago the city took title to several lots in
M that area through tax sales . This lot is next to the property
m that Mr. and Mrs . Hurd own and they would like to buy it
m to expand their lot size .
Q City Attorney Nash explained that the city does not have
to sell the property at public bid, but it has to be sold
for full value .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Request for Sidewalk on Fayette Street
Residents in the vicinity of Fayette Street between Center
and Clinton Streets have indicated a need for a sidewalk
on the east side of that block.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
WHEREAS, there in no sidewalk on the east side of the entire
200 block of Fayette Street , and
WHEREAS, this block is the only one in the entire area lacking
a sidewalk, and
WHEREAS, construction of such sidewalk would complete the
pedestrian circulation pattern in the area; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Board directs this sidewalk to be constructed
by the owners during the 1987 construction season and that
the owners of the properties abutting this proposed sidewalk
be so notified.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Newman Club Request for Shelter
A request was received from-the Newman Club of Ithaca for the
City to participate in the construction of a shelter at the
golf course . This proposal indicated that the club had raised
approximately $1 , 400 which would be contributed to the City
to partially cover the cost of construction.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
WHEREAS, the construction of such a shelter is not necessary
for the operation of the golf course , and
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WHEREAS , funds for such construction would have to be appro-
priated at the expense of some other project ; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That even though the Board feels that such a shelter
would be a useful addition to the golf course , that the request
be denied, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Newman Club be urged to attempt to raise
the balance of the funds needed for construction of such
a shelter .
Discussion followed on the floor.
s
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - A. J. Eckert
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That payment request #6 from A.J. Eckert Co . for
services rendered in connection with the construction of
the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, be approved in the amount
of $23 , 228 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded y Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Co . , Inc . for general construction services rendered in
connection with the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, be approved
in the amount of $77, 875 . 30 .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Ithaca Transit Report of Operations
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works accepts the Ithaca
Transit System Report of Operations for the period July 1 ,
1986 - September 30 , 1986, (attached) .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Nichols stated that the number of passengers carried
continues to increase . During the nine month period (from
January to September 186) , as compared to the nine month
period last year, the ridership has gone up about. ..25 ;0001
riders , or approximately an 5% increase . He further stated
that "there is a 'paper' deficit for the nine month period,
of about $65 , 000 , but the reason for that is the fact that
the federal section 18 monies won' t be coming in for awhile ;
they have to wait for an audit . " It is a cash flow problem
not a budgetary issue. The net cost to the city, as estimated
by Mr. Carpenter, will be somewhere between $8 , 000 - $16 , 000.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Towing Procedure - Report
Comm. Nichols stated that in response to a resolution that
the Board passed at the October 8 , 1986 meeting regardng
towing procedures , correspondence has been recieved from
Chief Herson. The motion stated "that the Mayor be requested
to bring together the appropriate representatives of the
Common Council , the Police Department , the Fire Department ,
the City Attorney, and the Board of Public Works to establish
a specific written policy and procedures in the towing of
cars . " For the record, he reminded the Mayor of that resolution,
and said that they need to get togehter and discuss this matter.
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Parking Permits
Comm. Nichols stated that the committee welcomes all suggestions
regarding the parking permit problem. More parking spaces
are needed.
Alderperson Hoffman left the meeting at 5 : 00 P.M.
Comm. Slattery arrived at the meeting at 5 : 00 P.M.
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit Report
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Slattery
as listed on Abstrct No . 21 in the amount of $33 , 354 . 92 for
the General Fund, and in the amount of $23, 774 . 25 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment ; and that bills
submitted in connection with the construction of the Ithaca
Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No . 32) which have
been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved in the
CD amount of $840 , 579 . 55 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
10 Carried Unanimously
m
Q REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS :
Youth Bureau Boar
Comm. Reeves stated that at the Youth Bureau Board meeting
she was asked what the status of the transfer of the town
property to the City was .
Supt . Dougherty will ask the City Attorney to give a report
on that status of the annexation of property at the Youth
Brueau and Forest Home Drive at the next meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
Cargill Salt , Inc .
Comm. Slattery asked what the status of Cargill Salt , Inc.
is and if the city will be buying salt from them.-
Supt . Dougherty responded that the city is advertizing for
bids for salt which are receivable on November 20th. The
result of those bids will be immediately transmitted to the
B&A Committee for their deliberation that night as requested
by Common Council .
NEW BUSINESS :
Salt Policy
Comm. Albanese stated that the Board :tau l-,f'- )r' a
modified version of the salt policy last April . He thinks
a discussion is. -ieeded in lieu of requests that were
made in the budget about what the Board is going to do this
year about the salt issue . He asked that it be placed as
an agenda item under Streets and Facilities at the next Board
meeting. He will present a resolution.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 20 P.M.
Ruthann Brown Marc Albanese
Deputy City Clerk Commissioner
Meters will be read at least quarterly.
Bills which are not paid on or before the fifteenth of
the month in which the charge is made will be SCHEDULE
subject to a ten(10)percent penalty.
Failure to receive bill shall be no reason for an
extension of the period. of
A charge of$15.00 is made for removia and re-
setting meters and turning the water off and on.
Meters up to and including 1"will be tested upon WATER AND SEWER RATES
application of the consumer and the making of a
deposit of$30.00. If the meter shall test not more
than 3%fast on full�or half flow,the deposit is to be
forfeited to the City.If the meter tests more than 3%
fast a proportionate allowance will be made on all for the
bills no more than 6 months old, and the deposit
returned to the consumer.
Whenever the Meter Department shall determine CITY O F I T HACA
that in their opinion a meter is not registering prop-
erly,it shall be removed and calibrated or replaced
by a new meter. This shall apply to all meters
through which city water is furnished, whether
owned by the City or the consumer.Meters must be
installed in places easily accessible at all reasonable
times for reading and inspection.
Whenever bills for water are more than sixty days
past due,the meter may be removed and the water
turned off.
After a meter is attached, any damage which the
meter may sustain from freezing or from hot water
being forced back through the meter or from any
external cause, will be repaired by the Meter Adopted by the Board of Public Works
Department and the cost of same charged to the
owner or agent. October 22,1986
if meters need attention the Meter Department
must be notified at once. Plumbers are not allowed
to remove meters for repairs or any other purpose.
All persons are forbidden to break meter seals, dis-
connect or in any way tamper with meters after they
have been installed on the premises.
WATER BILLS ARE DUE AS FOLLOWS:
Zone 1. February I, May 1, August 1 and Effective with Bill rendered and payable
November 1.
Zone 2. March 1, June 1, September 1 and January 1,1987
December 1.
Zone 3. January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1.
NEW RATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 1987
1. RATE INSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Meter Cu.Ft.Allowed Water Sewer Total Charges
Small 1,200 $ 10.80 S 10.32 $ 21.12
1" 3.200 26.80 27.52 54.32
1-'/:" 5,500 45.20 47.30 92.50
2" 11,200 90.80 96.32 187.12
3" 16.000 129.20 137.60 266.80
4" 24,100 194.00 207.26 401.26
6" 42,100 338.00 362.06 700.06
First 1,200 cu.ft.per 100 cu.ft. .90 .86
Over 1,200 cu.ft.per 100 cu.ft. .80 .86
2. RATE OUTSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Meter Cu.Ft.Allowed Water
Small 1,200 S 16.20
1" 3,200 40.20
1-'/:" 5,500 67.80
2" 11,200 133.80
3" 16,000 181.80
4" 24,100 262.80
6" 42,100 442.80
First 1,200 cu.ft.per 100 cu.ft. S 1.35
Next 8,800 cu.ft.per 100 cu.ft. 1.20
Over 10,000 cu.ft.per 100 cu.ft. 1.00
3. UNMETERED SPRINKLER SERVICE CHARGES
$6.00 per inch diameter per quarter for each sprinkler service line greater than one inch
in diameter.
4. UNMETERED WATER FOR CIRCUSES AND CARNIVALS
(Suitable connections to hydrants shall be made by the Water and Sewer Division)
Circuses and Carnivals . . . .550.00/day or fraction thereof.
5. BULK WATER FOR FILLING SPRAY RIGS, TANK TRUCKS, ETC.
Is available at the Water Building,510 First Street,at S20.00 per load up to 500 gallons,plus
$10.00 per thousand over 500 gaDons,cash on delivery.
WATER AND SEWER RATES
NEW RATES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1 , 1987
1. RATE INSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Meter Cu. Ft. Allowed Water Sewer Total Charges
Small 1 ,200 $ 10.80 $ 10.32 $ 21 .12
1" 3,200 26.80 27.52 54.32
1-1/2" 5,500 45.20 47.30 92.50
2" 11 ,200 90.80 96.32 187.12
3" 16,000 129.20 137.60 266.80
4" 24,100 194.00 207.26 401 .26
6" 42,100 338.00 362.06 700.06
First 1 ,200 cu.ft. per 100 cu.ft. .90 .86
Over 1 ,200 cu.ft. per 100 cu.ft. .80 .86
2. RATE OUTSIDE CITY
Minimum Charge per Quarter
Size Meter Cu. Ft. Allowed Water
Small 1 ,200 $ 16.20
1 " 3,200 40.20
1-1/2" 5,500 67.80
2" 11 ,200 133.80
3" 16,000 181 .80
4" 24,100 262.80
6" 42,100 442.80
First 1 ,200 cu.ft. per 100 cu.ft. 1 .35
Next 8,800 cu.ft. per 100 cu.ft. 1 .20
Over 10,000 cu.ft. per 100 cu.ft. 1 .00
3• UNMETERED SPRINKLER SERVICE CHARGES
$6.00 per inch diameter per quarter for each sprinkler service line
greater than one inch in diameter.
4. UNMETERED WATER FOR CIRCUSES AND CARNIVALS
(Suitable connections to hydrants shall be made by the Water and Sewer Division)
Circuses and Carnivals. . . . .$50.00/day or fraction thereof.
5. BULK WATER FOR FILLING SPRAY RIGS, TANK TRUCKS, ETC.
Is available at the Water Building, 510 First Street, at $20.00 per load up
to 500 gallons, plus $10.00 per thousand over 500 gallons, cash on delivery.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
NOVEMBER 12, 1986
2019 Jason Fane A1710 25.00 +x"
2020 McGuire & Bennett A1710 51.44
2021 Tvsi Bokaer A2590 392.91 /
2022 NYS Electric & Gas Corp. A2560 106.00 `
575.35
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS 51
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. November 24, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese , Gerkin, Nichols , Stone , Slattery
Reeves
ALSO PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst . Supt . of Public Works - Fabbroni
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
Council Liaison - Hoffman
City Chamberlain - Parsons
City Attorney - Nash
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
MINUTES:
m
Approval of Mnutes of November 12 , 1986 Meeting
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
m RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the November 12 , 1986 meeting
Q be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Ger in requested the addition of Item B - Staffing
Request-Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant .
No Board member objected.
Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse Committee
Comm. Stone requested the addition of Item K - Bid Return
-Salt .
No Board member objected.
Parking, Traffic and Transit Committee
Comm. Nichols requested that a substitution resolution be
submitted for Item B - Downtown Parking Permits .
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Status of Youth Bureau Annexation
Mayor Gutenberger handed out copies of City Attorney Nash' s
memorandum on the status of the Youth Bureau Annexation.
Bid Return for Salt
Mayor Gutenberger stated that the Common Council does not
accept bids , the Board of Public Works does . The Budget
and Administration Committee recommended to the Board that
the Board accept the low bid from International Salt . Common
Council and B&A have not accepted, nor awarded any bids .
PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD :
Montessori School Signs
William Friedlander, representing the Ithaca Montessori School ,
spoke to , the Board regarding the petition that is before the
Board today concerning school signs , speed limits and crosswalks .
He hopes that the school sign postings include a school speed
limiting sign.
Comm. Nichols responded that the signs will be the same as
the signs that go around any public school , including the
speed limiting sign.
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REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY:
Youth Bureau Annexation
City Attorney Nas stated that if anyone has Questions regarding
his memo of November 19 , 1986 regarding the Youth Bureau
annexation he would be happy to answer them.
Forest Home Drive
City Attorney Nash stated that the annexation process would
be the same for Forest Home Drive , as for the Youth Bureau
annexation. It is his understanding that the City will AWM
prepare some preliminary reports as to the exact area to
be annexed. As soon as those are completed the process will
go forward. Ultimately, the City will have to amend the
City Charter and the ward boundaries of the City. We are
still waiting for the Town of Ithaca to do the surveys and
descriptions of the City parcels to go to the Town, as far
as the Youth Bureau is concerned.
Comm. Nichols stated that there is a proposal that the road
around the Youth Bureau facility be called Martin Luther
King Drive . The Board has not done anything about that proposal
because the land does not belong to the City.
City Attorney Nash explained that the Town Board has to adopt
a resolution consenting to the annexation of that property.
They cannot do that without a thirty day notice to the affected
school and fire districts . His opinion is that the City
could possibly get by with the description of the property
that we have now. Common Council , in February, approved
this annexation and used the description of the property,
which seems sufficient to redraw the boundaries of the City
using that description although ultimately we need a proper
survey map to change the maps of the City. As soon as the
Town adopts that resolution in the proper manner , he thinks
the City can get the local law process going Quickly, even ..
if the actual engineering work comes later.
Deputy City Controller Cafferillo stated that March 1 would
be an important date for the annexation because that is the
taxable status date .
City Attorney Nash will let the Town of Ithaca know that
March 1 is a crucial date for the City for the annexation.
Request for Encroachment
City Attorney Nash stated that his office has received a
request for an encroachment agreement relative to property
located at 211 Cascadilla Street , owned by David P. and Patricia
B. Roy. According to the survey map they sent , the front
steps of this house is actually over the south line of Cascadilla
Street by 2 feet . (They are well within the walkway and
curb line but they do show an encroachment to that extent) .
They are in the process of selling that property and have
a closing of that sale imminent . They have prepared an agree-
ment with the City providing that they can continue that
encroachment and pay whatever fees are deemed necessary.
He has reviewed it with Chuck Barber , and it does provide
that they assume all liability for that encroachment and
would remove it at anytime that, the building was removed.
He recommended that the Board authorize an encroachment agree-
ment .
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grants a 2 foot
encroachment for property located at 211 Cascadilla Street
owned by David P. and Patricia B . Roy.
Carried Unanimously
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REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Salt Bids
Alderperson Hoffman stated that the budget committee did
discuss the salt bids . The reason for that was that the
Common Council had passed a resolution, a couple of months
before , asking the budget committee to conduct hearings into
whether at least one of the bidders , Cargill Salt , was a
responsible bidder. When they saw the results of the bids ,
the budget committee felt that the point previously raised
was no longer relevant ,and therefore recommended that the
Board act on it , and also recommended that the Board accept
the low bid, which he does not think would be controversial
at all .
1987 Budget
Al erperson Hoffman expressed appreciation that so many
commissioners were able to attend that meeting to review
the 1987 budget . Council will receive the budget on December
3 .
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
�j Appointments
Supt . Dougherty reported that he has made the following
m appoinments :
m Brian J. Carman, as a Storekeeper, effective November
Q 17 , 1986 at $10 , 869 . 00 yearly;
Sue Barlow, as a Bus Driver, effective November 3 , 1986 ,
at $6 . 06 per hour;
Eugenio Bush, as a Laborer, effective November 24 , 1986 ,
at $4 . 86 per hour;
and he asks the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Albanese : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the following appointments :
Brian J. Carman, as a Storekeeper, effective November
17 , 1986 at $10 , 869 . 00 yearly;
Sue Barlow, as a Bus Driver, effective November 3 , 1986 ,
at $6 . 06 per hour;
Eugenio Bush, as a Laborer, effective November 24 , 1986 ,
at $4 . 86 per hour.
Carried Unanimously
City Engineer - Provisional Appointment
Supt . Dougherty announced that he has provisionally appointed
William J. Gray as City Engineer, effective December 15 ,
1986 at $39, 810 . 00 per year . The salary was approved by
the Budget and Administration Committee , and he asks the
Board' s concurrence .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt. Dougherty stated that moving expenses were part of
the terms of employment . It was a maximum of $1 , 500 . 00 .
Alderperson Hoffman stated for clarification that the Council
did put the money for the salary, and the moving expense ,
in the budget but he thinks that the Budget and Administration
Committee was expecting that the request for this individual ,
being paid at a level above the minimum, would come back
to the committee . His understanding is that the money would
be put in the budget but the individual ' s name would have
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to go through, as it normally does , for starting above the
minimum. There was not a resolution passed with the name
of the individual . He doesn ' t think there will be a problem
but the Board does need the Council ' s approval of the salary.
Supt . Dougherty stated that he asked for a specific salary
at the B$A Committee meeting. He wanted salary approval
so that he could make the appointment effective December
15 , 1986 . It was his understanding, after speaking with
the City Controller, that the B&A Committee was the appro-
priate body to approve the appointment /salary above the minimum.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That the Board approves the provisional appointment
of William J. Gray as City Engineer, effective December 15 ,
1986 at $39, 810 . 00 per year and up to $1 , 500 for moving expenses ,
pending whatever approvals are needed.
Carried Unanimously
Board Meeting
Supt . Dougherty requested that the Board meeting scheduled
for December 24 , 1986 be cancelled and that the Board meet
only once in December, on December 17 , 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works meeting scheduled
for December 24 , 1986 be cancelled and the meeting scheduled
for Wednesday, December 10 , 1986 be changed to December 17 ,
1986 at 4 : 00 P.M.
Carried Unanimously
Water Shed - Slaterville Road
Supt . Dougherty reminde _:1;: Board that early in the year
the Board discussed the possibility of the City acquiring
some property in the water shed, down below Slaterville Road.
The Board authorized him to negotiate a purchase offer for
that property. It is his understanding that the present
owners of the property involved have offered to donate that
land to the City under certain conditions . The conditions
are that the transaction be fully executed before the end
of 1986 ; that the City require no access through the land
owned by the present owners to the land to be donated; that
the land to be donated must remain public after its acquistion
by the City; and that there be no cost to the present owners
for this donation. He suggested that the Board authorize
the Mayor to accept this donation if the details can be worked
out as outlined.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Mayor be authorized to accept the donation
of property pending legal work re the conditions of the donation.
Carried Unanimously
Retirement of Charles Barber
Supt. Dougherty stated that Charles Barber has notified him
that he is retiring in February 1987 . His last day of work
will be in December. A retirement dinner for Chuck is tentatively
scheduled on December 16 at the Charpit at 6 : 00 P.M.
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REPORT OF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT:
Columbia Street Stone Wall
Asst . Supt . Fab roni reported that crews are working on the
stone wall at the end of Columbia Street and hope to have
it finished before the snows set in.
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Storm Sewer Maintenance and 1987 Budget
Asst . Supt . Fabbroni stated that it is very important to get
this follow up information to Council , -(referxing --to his---memo-
randum dated November 24, 1986 and report entitled "The Need
for Storm Sewer Rehabilitation and Maintenance" that was
handed out to the Board) . There was some indication after
the budget meeting that some members of Council , and obviously
members of the Board do not feel that the subject got a full
airing. He presented a report to the Board and he asked
the Board to endorse having the report sent along to Council
for consideration of reinstitution into the 1987 budget .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That this report be forwarded to Common Council
for reconsideration in the 1987 budget .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE :
Par ing Permits
Recently, the number of persons attempting to purchase parking
permits has far exceeded the number available . Several of
our methods in selling these permits had the appearance of
(� being unfair to some people .
m The committee feels that the following changes should be
Q made in order to ease the situation:
Resolution
-ffy Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the number of permits being sold for the top
deck of the Green Street parking garages be increased by 10 ,
and be it further
RESOLVED, That effective January 1 , 1987 , the six month permits
be eliminated in all facilites , and be it further
RESOLVED, That effective January 1 , 1987 , no more than 5
permits may be purchased by any one individual , and be it
further
RESOLVED, That permit holders be notified of these changes
as soon as possible .
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Downtown Parking
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
WHEREAS, it is apparent to the committee and the Board that
the number of parking spaces available in the Seneca and
Green Street parking garages and the Woolworth parking lot
are insufficient to meet the demand; now, therefore , be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works recommends to the
Mayor, the Common Council , and the Department of Planning
and Development , that the City start actively planning for
a new parking facility to serve the downtown area .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Ithaca Montessori School Request
A request was received from a representative of the Ithaca
Montessori School at 703 Willow Avenue , indicating a need
for school sign postings and a crosswalk at their location.
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The committee and staff have reviewed this request and agree
that the school signs would be appropriate , but feel that
there is no need for a crosswalk at this location, and in
fact , feel that a crosswalk might be dangerous due to poor
sight distances at the curve involved.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the request from the Ithaca Montessori School
be approved in the matter of the school sign postings , and
be it further
RESOLVED, That their request for a crosswalk be denied.
Carried Unanimously
Request for Operating Assistance Funding - Transit
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has submitted a request for a
grant of funds to the N.Y. S. Department of Transportation
and the U. S. Department of Transportation, pursuant to Section
18 of the Urban Mass Transportation Act of 1964 , as amended,
for a project to provide operating assistance funds for trans-
portation services within the City of Ithaca and partly two
adjoining municipalities , provided by the City of Ithaca
Transit System for fixed route , scheduled, open and available
to the general public during the periods January 1 , 1986
to December 31 , 1986 (PIN 3796 . 15 . 406) , and January 1, 1987
to December 31 , 1987 , (PIN 3796 . 16 . 406) ; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works recommends that
the Common Council authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement (s)
between the City of Ithaca and State of New York for the
above named projects , and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board recommends that the Mayor be authorized
to act on behalf of the City of Ithaca to process and complete
the above named projects .
Carried Unanimously
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Ger in: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc . for testing performed in connection with the Potter' s
Falls Dam Rehabilitation Project , be approved in the amount
of $480 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Staffing Request -IAWWTP
The staffing needs for the new Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment
Plant and the programs of monitoring, and industrial pretreatment ,
have reached a point where additional staffing is necessary.
This request has been approved by the Special Joint Subcommittee .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized to hire an
Account Clerk Typist and a Sewage Treatment Plant Operator
effective January 1, 1987 , pending funding by the Common
Council in the 1987 budget .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
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STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Salt Policy
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, the Board and staff feel all efforts should be continued
to reduce the effects of road salt on our local environment ,
streets , sidewalks , public and private transportation vehicles
and equipment , and
WHEREAS , based on the 1985-86 winter maintenance experience ,
the Board wishes to continue to rely as much as possible
on plowing as an effective tool in snow and ice control ,
particularly in the downtown flat areas ; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the use of salt in the downtown flat areas
in the 1986-87 winter season be limited to the following:
1 . Route 13 and the Seneca and Green Street arterials ,
2 . When ordered by the police and/or fire department
during emergencies ,
3 . When authorized by the Superintendent or Assistant
Superintendent in case of major ice conditions ,
4 . In the event of major ice conditions a mixture of
m salt and abrasives not to exceed 50o salt , shall be
Q applied to the downtown flat areas at the discretion
of the authorized City staff as stated in number 3 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Comm. Albanese stated that the resolution is in part a rein-
statement of the old salt policy with additions from the
policy they ended the year with.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Farr Bros . Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded y Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Farr Bros . Inc. for
repair to the railing on the West State Street Bridge , be
approved in the amount of $6 , 234 . 00 . This will be the only
bill for this project .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Mayor Gutenberger stated that even though the City could
legally accept the settlement that the insurance company
offered, he feels that the City should only accept a check
in the amount of the actual charges to the City for the repair
of the bridge .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Ithaca Rigging Service
By Comm. Stone : Secon e by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Ithaca Rigging Service
for services rendered in connection with the City' s sidewalk
program, be approved in the amount of $2 , 068 . 23 . This final
payment is the retainage due to the contractor under the
program covered by this contract .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Associates , P. C.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C. for professional services rendered in connection with
the Seneca Street Garage , Phase II , for the period October
6 through November 2 , 1986 , be approved in the amount of
$2 , 095 . 27 .
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - McGuire & Bennett , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That payment request #4 from McGuire & Bennett ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with Collegetown
Street Improvements Project , be approved in the amount of
$122 , 170 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investi-
gations , Inc . for services rendered in connection with the
Seneca Street Parking Garage, be approved in the amount of
$258 . 50 . ,
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc. for services performed in connection with the Dryden
Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount of $7 , 698 . 75.
Discussion followed on the floor.
Supt . Dougherty stated that he receives daily inspection
resports from Empire Soils Investigations , Inc. on this
project and the reports are excellent . The project seems
to be on schedule .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc. for services performed in connection with the College
Avt ;-,uo Street Improvements , be approved in the amount of
$21 . 00 . n
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That the following payment requests from Empire
Soils Investigations , Inc . for services performed in connection
with the City ' s sidewalk program, be approved:
July. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21 . 00
October. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $84. 00
Carried Unanimously
Sidewalk - Assessments
Private sidewalks as shown on the attached list have been
repaired by the City contractor during 1986 in accordance
with an action of the Board of Public Works taken on June
25 , 1986 .
Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
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 December 17 , 1986 . g'
Carried Unanimously
Bid Return - Salt
Bids were received on November 20 , 1986 for furnishing the
City with salt for ice control .
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Resolution
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the contract for supplying bulk salt , delivered,
be awarded to the International Salt Company for their low
bid of $24. 99 per ton.
Discussion followed on the floor .
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Slattery
as listed on Abstract No . 22 in the amount of $82 , 863 . 86
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $7 , 412 . 89 for the
Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment , and be it
further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
07) rendered.
(J) Carried Unanimously
m ADJOURNMENT
m On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 40 P.M.
Q
N
uthann Brown �� ) John C . Gutenberger
eputy City Clerk l Mayor
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
NOVEMBER 24, 1986
13660 Bertha Crysler G2122 33.97
13661 Alexander Thoumire G2122 33.97
13662-A Eletheria Lamboru G2122 6.17
13662-B Joan Tay Young G2122 6.17
13662-C Edward S'teh G2122 6.17
13662-D Harold Gerkin G2122 6.17
13663 Ann Treichler F2144 15.00
16364 Village of Dryden F2378 164.59
13665 T A Buscaglia & Co. F2144 3025.13
13666 Paolangeli Contractor F2144 505.59
13667 J Kenneth Walker F2144 636.00 G2122 649. 20
13668 Al Lavker F2144 1082.69
13669 911 Associates F2144 809.43 G2122 2568.93
13670 Cornors Comm Cntr, Inc. F2144 2321.89 G2122 520.80
13671 American Comm Cablevision F2144 210.26
13672 Streeter Assoc. F2140 38.00
13673 M A Bongiovanni Inc. F2140 268.10
13674 Daniel McConnell Masonry F2140 176.40
13675 Cornell University G2120 86971.40
TOTAL 9253.08 TOTAL 90802.95
TOTAL $100,056.03
APPROVED BY FINANCE COMMITTEE
2023 Doris Marion A1710 367.98
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. December 17, 1986
PRESENT:
Mayor Gutenberger
Commissioners (6) - Albanese , Nichols , Stone , Reeves , Gerkin,
Slattery
OTHERS PRESENT:
Supt . of Public Works - Dougherty
Asst. Supt . of Public Works - Fabbroni
City Engineer - Gray
Deputy City Controller - Cafferillo
Deputy City Clerk - Brown
City Chamberlain- Parsons
City Attorney - Nash
Purchasing Agent - Clynes
Council Liaison - Hoffman
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the American flag.
(� SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CD Public Hearing on Levy of Assessments - Sidewalks
Q Resolution to Open Pu lic Hearing
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the public hearing on sidewalk assessments
be opened.
Carried Unanimously
No one appeared to address the public hearing.
Resolution to Close Public Hearing
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the public hearing on sidewalk assessments
be closed.
Carried Unanimously
MINUTES :
Approval of Minutes of November 24 , 1986 Meeting
BY Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the November 24, 1986 meeting
be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
City Engineer
Mayor Gutenberger welcomed William Gray, the new City Engineer.
Resignation of Marc Albanese , Commissioner
Mayor Gutenberger announced that Marc Albanese has officially
notified him that he will no longer be able to serve as a
member of the Board of Public Works . His resignation is
effective December 31 , 1986 . He thanked Mr. Albanese , on
behalf of the Board and the community, for his service on
the Board of Public Works . He congratulated Mr. Albanese
for his excellent work on the budget for 1987 .
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
Water and Sewer Committee
Comm. Gerkin requested t e addition of the following:
Item F - Payment Request - Paolangeli Contractor
Item G - Payment Request - Stearns & Wheler
No Board member objected.
Comm. Nichols said under Item A of Parking, Traffic and Transit
Committee there would be a report where it was listed 'as a possible
report .
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Unfinished Business
Comm. Nichols requested the. addition of two items ; "Chuck
Barber motion" , and city owned property in the 300 block
of Elmira Road motion.
No Board member objected.
Special Committees
Comm. Albanese requested the addition of Item B - Report-Finance
Committee . 00
No Board member objected.
REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY:
Problem with Driveway City Right-of-Way at 130 Oakwood Lane
City Attorney Nash reported to the Board that he had received
a call from a local attorney regarding a problem with a drive-
way on public property at 130 Oakwood Lane . The problem
seems to be that the owners of that property used a gravel
driveway which starts on their property and goes thru a 60
foot wide city right-of-way,, which has been preserved for
a possible future city street . The owners are now in a position
where they want to sell their property and they want to do
something to maintain some use of the gravel drive . He would
like to refer the matter to the appropriate committee, or
to the Board as a whole� to determine if the Board wants to
grant a revocable license agreement to continue to use that
gravel driveway, until such time as the city wants to do something
else with it .
Supt Dougherty recommended that the Board grant the owners
a revocable license .
Resolution
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grant a one year,
revocable , license to the owners of 130 Oakwood Lane , subject
to City Attorney approval and appropriate charges .
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
1987 DPW Budget
Al erperson Hoffman reported that the budget was amended.
The positions for the storm drain maintenance program were
returned to the budget, and the equipment for that project
were approved.
Status of Seneca Street Ramp
Alderperson Hoffman referred to a note from Alderperson Killeen
asking about the status of the resurfacing of the Seneca
Street Ramp.
Supt . Dougherty responded that the contractor has shut down
for the winter. The project is at about the half way point .
The contractor will return in the Spring.
REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Appointments
Supt . Doug erty reported that he has appointed Eugene Wargo
to the position of part-time Bus Driver at $5 . 83 per hour,
effective December 15 , 1986 and Donald Wood as a Maintainer
at $8 . 02 per hour, effective December 14, 1986 and he asks
the Board' s concurrence .
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Nichols
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works approves the following
appointments :
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Eugene Wargo , part-time Bus Driver at $5 . 83 per
hour , effective December 15 , 1986 ;
Donald Wood, Maintainer, at $8 . 02 per hour, effective
December 14, 1986 .
Carried Unanimously
Pipeline Project - Relocation of Raw Water Supply Line -
Watershe
Supt. Dougherty reported that the contractor has returned
to the job site and is making a major effort on re-grading
the entire job site before he proceeds with the actual laying
of the pipe .
Comm. Albanese asked if any reports had been received by
the city yet from OSHA, in reference to their investigation
of the accident .
Supt . Dougherty responded that he had not "received any feed-
0) back from anyone else , as to the status of those investigations . "
C) REPORT OF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT:
M Storm Sewer Budget
m Asst . Supt . Fa roni thanked the Board for urging Council
cc to reinstate the storm sewer budget .
Q Columbia Street Storm Sewer
Asst. Supt . Fab roni stated that there is a perpetual problem
with icing on Columbia Street . The installation of the storm
sewer and drainage improvements is approximately 60% complete
and is expected to be completed by Christmas .
Youth Bureau Project
Mayor Gutenberger asked for an update on the Youth Bureau
project .
Supt . Dougherty responded that he has a tentative date of
March 1987 .
REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER:
City Engineer Gray stated that he is looking forward to
working with everyone .
WATER AND SEWER COMMITTEE:
Payment Request - Barton & Loguidice , P. C.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Barton & Loguidice ,
P. C. for engineering services in connection with the Water
System Improvements Project , be approved in the amount of
$16 , 503 . 63 . This is a final payment .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Central New York H & E Co . , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That payment request #2 from Central New York H & E
Co . , Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Relocation
of a Raw Water Main, be approved in the amount of $53 , 218 . 52 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - International Gunite , Inc.
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from International Gunite ,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Rehabilitation
of Potters Falls Dam, be approved in the amount of $59 , 226 . 07 .
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Stearns $ Wheler
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded y Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler for
general engineering services rendered in connection with
the following projects , be approved:
Relocation of 24-inch raw water main. . . . . . . . . . . $1, 801 . 69
Rehabilitation of Potter ' s Falls Dam. . . . . . . . . . . $2 , 551 . 80
Total $4, 353 . 49 ,.
Carried Unanimously
Town of Ithaca Request for Water and Sewer Extensions
The Superintendent has received a letter from t e Town of
Ithaca Supervisor outlining probable areas for water and
sewer extensions in the Town of Ithaca.
Resolution
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent be authorized and directed
to work with the Town in arriving at a satisfactory method
of providing for these proposed extensions of service.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Paolangeli Contractor
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Paolangeli contractor
for services rendered in connection with the replacement
of Stewart Avenue Bridge pipeline , be approved in the amount
of $67, 500 . 00 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows : "
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Stearns & Wheler
By Comm. Gerkin: Seconded by Comm. Stone
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Stearns & Wheler for
general engineering services for October 1986 rendered in
connection with the following projects , be approved:
Relocation of 24-inch raw water main. . . . . . . . . . . . $ 778 . 87
Rehabilitation of Potter ' s Falls Dam. . . . . . . . . . . . $1 , 889. 83
Total $2 , 668 . 70
Carried Unanimously
STREETS, FACILITIES, PARKS AND REFUSE COMMITTEE :
Payment Request - A.J. Eckert Company, Inc.
By -Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #7 from A.J. Eckert Company,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the construction
of the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, be approved in the amount
of $19, 997 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Williams Electrical Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Ger in
RESOLVED, That payment request #10 from Williams Electrical
Construction, Inc. for services rendered in connection with
the construction of the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, be
approved in the amount of $18 , 216. 36 .
Carried Unanimously
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Payment Request - Wm. C. Pahl Construction Co . , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request #10 from Wm. C. Pahl Construction
Co. , Inc. for services rendered in c-onnection with the construction
of the Ithaca Youth Bureau facility, be approved in the amount
of $96, 262 . 30 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Edward Joy Company
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That payment request #3 from Edward Joy Company
for material and labor furnished to date for plumbing work
in connection with the Dryden Road Parking Facility, be approved
in the amount of $7 , 790 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Dryden
Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount of $5 , 233 . 25 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Empire Soils Investigations , Inc .
m By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
co RESOLVED, That a payment request from Empire Soils Investigations ,
Q Inc. for services rendered in connection with the Seneca
Street Garage repairs , be approved in the amount of $198 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Raymond E. Kelley, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Raymond E. Kelley,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Seneca
Street Garage repairs , be approved in the amount of $89 , 589 . 01 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - Sear-Brown Assoicates , P. C.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Slattery
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Sear-Brown Associates ,
P. C . for services rendered in connection with the Seneca
Street Garage repairs , be approved in the amount of $7 , 348 . 32 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - McGuire and Bennett , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request #5 from McGuire & Bennett ,
Inc . for services rendered in connection with the Dryden
Road Parking Facility, be approved in the amount of $186 , 144 . 00 .
Carried Unanimously
Payment Request - McGuire and Bennett , Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That payment request #4 from McGuire and Bennett ,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with Collegetown
Street Improvements , be approved in the amount of $122 , 170 . 00.
Discussion followed on the floor.
A vote on the resolution resulted as follows :
Carried Unanimosuly
Payment Request - Broome Industrial Construction, Inc.
By Comm. Stone : Seconded by Comm. Gerkin
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Broome Industrial Construction,
Inc. for services rendered in connection with Cass Park Pool
repairs , be approved in the amount of $6 , 300 . 00 .
Discussion followed on the floor.
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Amending Resolution
By Comm. Reeves : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That a payment request from Broome Industrial
Construction, Inc. for services rend-ered in connection with
Cass Park Pool repairs , be approved in the amount of $6 , 300 . 00 ,
subject to confirmation that this is a final bill .
Carried Unanimously
Public Hearing - Sidewalk Levy
By Comm. Stone : Secon e y Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, a public hearing has been held by the Board on assessments
levied for construction of sidewalks at various locations
in the City of Ithaca, 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 November 24 , 1986 in the total amount of $3 , 538 . 52 be ,
and hereby are finally approved and recommended to the Common
Council for confirmation.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING, TRAFFIC AND TRANSIT COMMITTEE:
Report Regarding On-Going Items Before Committee
Comm. Nichols reported on the following items :
1 . South Hill Traffic
a-T installed no truck signs on South Cayuga Street
b) removed 2-hour parking limit on South Hill Terrace
c) held public hearing
d) had traffic counts at various intersections on South
Hill which would serve as the base of measurements
if we made any changes but on the basis of those
and the fact that there are no further proposals
that have been made so far for changes , we see no
changes that we anticipate making in the near future .
2 . Odd-Even Parking
a met with ad-hoc committee - no consensus
b) need better vehicle for explanation of rules
c) need examination of particular streets as one-side
only or 24-hour zones
3 . Coddington Road (near Rogan' s Market) - in process
a signs being installed - No Parking 50 ' - 75 ' east
of city line
b) also replacing other signs
4 . Sears-Court Street Intersection
a Traffic Engineer examining visibility of exit from
Sears Street to east - will report
S . Cascadilla and First Street Intersections
a extending no parking zones for improving visibility
b) new signs
c) in Spring will do striping of crosswalks
6 . On-Street Parking for Construction Vehicles (permits)
a tightening up on utilities
b) joint policy with police
7 . Spencer Road
a installed .No Thru Traffic signs
b) traffic counts before and after installation of signs
c) capital project near Baker Park denied - opposed
by the Planning Department
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8 . Towing Policy
a) committee met - Police Chief, Fire Chief, Mayor,
Attorney, Comm. Nichols , Alderperson Schlather
b) further steps needed
9 . Street Cleaning Emergency Signs
a examining possible addition of effective date on
signs
10 . Parking on Highland Avenue off Williams Street
a) needs policy
11 . Montessori School
a School signs will be installed
12 . Hancock and Meadow Streets
aT will install no truck signs
b) State has agreed to removing large sign on Route
13 directing traffic to Hancock Street - will have
normal size sign erected
C) grade problem on Hancock street will be corrected
0) this year as part of work schedule
mM 13 . Parking Permits and Meters
a increased number of permits
m b) will eliminate 6-month permits
Q c) increased number of part-time meter checkers
d) requested study of new parking lot or garage
e) policy in place for firemen at the West State Street
Lot and for volunteer firemen
14. Bus to Hospital
a additional runs to hospital and Cornell initiated
b) will have a complete report in January from Bernard
Carpenter on ridership - apparently meeting expectations
c) hospital plans will make it difficult to serve emergency
room.
1S . Parking Policy at Dryden Road Garage
a needs planning on rates and hours
b) need firm decision on attendant vs . machine method
(note conflict with B&A Committee of Council)
16 . Various Trials and Changes in Place
a Cornell Avenue - no parking below Llenroc Court
b) Irving Place - parking only on one side of street
c) Route 13 no right turn on red at TOPS Plaza is
in place
SPECIAL COMMITTEES :
Audit
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That bills audited and approved by Comm. Slattery
as listed on Abstract No. 23 in the amount of $74 , 271. 89
for the General Fund, and in the amount of $32 , 931 . 70 for
the Water and Sewer Fund, be approved for payment, and that
bills submitted in connection with the construction of the
Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant (Abstract No . 33)
which have been reviewed by the SJS sub-committee , be approved
in the amount of $568 , 991. 01 . It is further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and ordered
rendered.
Carried Unanimously
Supt . Dougherty stated that the Finance Department has indicated
that they would like an audit of the bills that come in
between now and the first of the new year.
Comm. Slattery will be doing the year end audit .
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Work Schedule for 1987
Comm. Albanese stated that the budget is in place for 1987
and in it are some very critical projects and maintenance
areas that have been talked about for the last year. He
has initiated with the help of the Superintendent and the
Line Supervisors , a work schedule for 1987 so that the Board
can implement what has been asked for , as far as allocations .
He would request that the role of the future chairman and
the committee of the whole , as a Finance Committee, (the
Board does not have a Finance Committee just a Budget Review
Committee) , review that work schedule , which should be pre- �ri5
pared and ready by the end of January. It should be an
outline highlighting which bridges we are going to do this
year, which streets , how much money is anticipated to spend
on those - - the entire panarama of projects that have been
asked for. He thinks it would be a good way to assess at
year end when the Board starts another budget process just
exactly how much has been accomplished that year . He requests
that the work schedule be incorporated as a function for
the next budget committee .
Charles Barber Retirement Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
WHEREAS, Chuck Barber has served the people of the City
of Ithaca with distinction for twenty-one years , and
WHEREAS, Chuck Barber has contributed invaluable support
for this Board with efficiency and good humor; now, therefore ,
be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works expresses its thanks
to Chuck Barber and wishes him a productive and satisfying
retirement .
Comm. Nichols requested that the Superintendent send a copy
of the resolution to Mr. Barber.
Carried Unanimously
City Property - 300 Block of Elmira Road
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works recommends to the
Common Council that the city owned property in the 300 block
of Elmira Road as described and shown in the attached sheets
be sold at fair market value .
Discussion followed on the floor.
Resolution to Refer to Committee
By Comm. Slattery: Seconded y Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the matter of the city owned property in
the 300 block of Elmira Road to be sold at fair market value ,
be referred to the Streets , Facilities , Parks and Refuse
Committee for review and report back to the Board.
Carried Unanimously
UNFINISHED BUSINESS :
Organization of the Board and Committees
Comm. Nichols stated that it seems to e a good idea that
very early in the year, the Board meet as a committee of
the whole and discuss how the Board might organize itself;
what committees seem to be needed most , etc. He requested
that the Board meet on the first Wednesday, January 7 , 1987
as a committee of the whole to discuss the organization
of the Board.
Resolution
By Comm. Nichols : Seconded by Comm. Albanese
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works meet on Wednesday,
January 7 , 1987 at 4 : 00 P.M. as a committee of the whole
to discuss the organization of the Board.
Carried Unanimously
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ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 5 : 30 P.M.
Ruthann Brown Jo n C . Gutenbe ger
Deputy City Clerk / Mayor
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PROPERTY FOR SALE
300 BLOCK OF ELMIRA ROAD
ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situated in the City of Ithaca , County of Tompkins ,
State of New York, commencing at a point in the westerly line on R. S. Miller's
property, Block 122-1 , Lot 4 in said City of Ithaca, which point is 12 feet
northwest of the remains of a concrete monument at the intersection of said westerly
line of Block 122-1 , Lot 4, and the northerly line of Elmira Road; running thence
south 640 27' 46" west a distance of 242.00 feet to a point; running thence north
25° 32 ' 14" west , a distance of 20.00 feet to an iron pin; running thence north
53° 46' 07" east a distance of 198.00 feet to an iron pin; running thence north
60° 07' 03" east a distance of 64.00 feet to an iron pin; running thence south
21 ` 16' 35" east a distance of 95.00 feet to the point or place of beginning;
reserving , however, an easement bounded easterly by the westerly line of Block
122-1 , Lot 4 and westerly by a line parallel with and 10' from the top of the
westerly bank of the City of Ithaca' s flood relief channel . This easement grants
the City, their successors and assignees , their lessees and licensees, the right,
privilege and authority at any time to construct, reconstruct , extend, operate,
inspect, maintain and at their pleasure remove storm sewers, water lines and the
said flood relief channel ; reserving, however, to the grantee the right to cross
and recross said easement and the right of way provided that such use of said
ground shall not interfere with, construct or endanger any rights granted as
aforesaid and shall not disturb the flood relief channel or the grade of ground
as it now exists , and provided no structure shall be erected and no excavating ,
mining or blasting shall be undertaken within the limits of said easement without
written consent of the City of Ithaca.
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