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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1989-07-1216'7 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK Regular Meeting PRESENT: Mayor Gutenberger Commissioners (4) 4: A P.M. - Cannon, Cox, Reeves, Sprague ABSENT:- Commissioner Daley (excused) July 12, 1989 OTHERS PRESENT• . Asst. Supt. of Public Works - Fabbroni City Engineer - Gray Common Council Liaison - Nichols Co Asst. City Attorney - Beers - Schnock 0 Purchasing Agent - Clynes City Clerk - Paolangeli City Controller - Cafferillo Deputy City Controller - Thayer. co < PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Gutenberger led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. MINUTES: Approval of the Minutes of the June 14 1989 Board of Public Works Meeting By Commissioner Reeves: Seconded by Commissioner Sprague RESOLVED, That the minutes of the June 14, 1989 Board of Public Works meeting be approved as published. Carried Unanimously Approval of the Minutes of the June 28 1989 Board of Public Works Meeting The approval of the Minutes of the June 28, 1989 Board of Public Works meeting were postponed until the July 26, 1989 meeting. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR: Re- bricking of Stewart Avenue Mayor Gutenberger read the following letter to the Board of Public Works: "Mayor Gutenberger Chair, Board of Public Works City of Ithaca On behalf of East Hill residents particularly those along Stewart Avenue in the vicinity of the ABC Cafe and the Chapter House would like to thank the staff of the Department of Public Works for continuing the re- bricking of Stewart Avenue. This commitment to restoration and preservation is greatly valued. We hope that in subsequent summers the totality of Stewart Avenue, from East State Street to University Avenue will be completed and fully restored. Sincerely Sean Killeen, Alderman Fourth Ward East Hill - Collegetown" n' BPW Minutes July 12, 1989 Al 2 REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON Privatization Alderperson Nichols reported that the item on privatization that he presented to Common Council on July 5, 1989 was referred to the Budget and Administration Committee of Council for discussion at their July 27, 1989 meeting and all interested parties are welcome and encouraged to attend. Festival Lands- Wetlands called "Hogs' Hole" Alderperson Nichols referred to an item from Betsy Darlington, Chair of the Conservation Advisory Council in regard to the mowing of that part of the Festival Lands area called "Hogs' Hole ". On July 10th Betsy Darlington, Alderperson Johnson and he were on a tour of the wetland area when they noticed that parts of this area were being mowed. They asked the man doing the mowing to stop until they could talk to the person in charge. Everyone involved was very accomodating and the mowing stopped for the day. He wanted the Board to be aware of what happened in case there were questions about the incident. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni stated that he will meet with Andy Mazzella and hopes to get background information on the wetlands area called "Hogs' Hole ". REPORT OF ACTING SUPERINTENDENT: Acting Superintendent of Public Works Fabbroni reported on the following: Court System The Court System needs additional space and the Department of Pubic Works is currently working on a draft for the Budget and Administration Committee's consideration and t:he Board of Public Works to satisfy the court deadline of August 7, 1989. Signalization Study We are currently trying to roll -over funds from the State Energy office from last year into this year to do a study of twenty (20) traffic lights in the downtown area and recommendations for upgrading. We are trying to get funds that include training for a number of our staff through that program on signals. Retaining Wall - Cascadilla Creek Tompkins County has recently awarded $10,000 to the City of Ithaca for the continuation of the retaining wall work in Cascadilla Creek. Southside Community Center We continue to provide a second access to the second floor of Southside Community Center. Cass Park Pool The addition to the chemical handling building at Cass Park Pool is under construction. Asbestos Removal Asbestos removal in the boathouse in Stewart Park and parts of G.I.A.C. will be started soon. Mitchell Street ' The Department of Public Works has received phone calls in regard to the project on Mitchell Street. The residents in the area have been very cooperative and many are walking too and from their homes to help expedite the project. The project is reaching a point where it will be open for the Empire State Games Week. Brickwork Asst. Supt. Fabbroni commented on the letter the Mayor read 0 CC Q r July .12,. -1989 169 3 earlier in regard to the brick work in the East Hill area and requested.a copy of the letter for the foreman of this project to share with the workers. Sealing of Pavements Approximately 37,000 feet of cri.l and stone was laid on Monday, July 10,1989. Asst. Fabbroni explained the process used to seal cracks in streets in preparation for over -lay work. Court Space Commissioner Sprague asked what the State was asking the City to do in regard to court space. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni responded that a law was passed in 1987 that specified space for courts. We are lacking adequate recommended space. If the City does not comply by the recommended date the State can make the improvements and charge it back to the City. REPORT OF CITY ENGINEER: City Engineer Gray reported on the following: Stewart Avenue Bridge Stewart Avenue Bridge was closed on July 10, 1989 and is scheduled to be re- opened late October 1989. Quarry Street Retaining Wall Quarry Street retaining wall is proceeding but had a slope failure that will set the schedule back. Maple Avenue Water Tank Maple Avenue Water Tank is down and Bolton Point is supplying water across Cornell Campus to East Hill. Fire Stations ; The West Hill Fire Station earth work is underway Renovation Work - Fire Stations We are finding more asbestos than expected during our renovation work. Street Work Permits We now have approximately twenty -five (25) active street opening work permits and approximately forty -five (45) active sidewalk permits. Surveying of Southwest Park We are currently planning for future work in Southwest Park and surveying for drainage work is underway. Hudson Street The Engineering Department is working on maps for property transfers so that the Hudson Street Project can be put out to bid by December 1989. Railroad Overpasses Common Council requested that the City seek proposals for an outside study of the railroad overpasses. We have sent out five requests for proposals and have received two negative responses. State Aid for Bridges The format for State Aid for Bridges has a new format and now requires a five -year program. Approximately sixteen (16) of the City's bridges are rated so that they fall under the State Aid for Bridges program. Summer Students The Engineering Department has one college student and two high school students working in the office. 170 BPW Minutes July 12, 1989 4 Ithaca Youth Bureau Engineer Gray reported that the City received the arbitration settlement for the Ithaca Youth Bureau today, July 12, 1989. Mayor Gutenberger requested a summary report to be submitted to the Board of Public Works. Southwest Park Commissioner Reeves reported that a citizen voiced a complaint to Common Council and quoted a particular law in regard to the locked gates and No Trespassing signs at Southwest Park. She stated that the gates have been locked and signs put up due to the unauthorized dumping of trash in the park. The issue was referred to Asst. City Attorney Beers- Schnock to research the law in regard to the locked gate and signs as it pertains to Southwest Park. CREEKS, BRIDGES PARKS ITEMS• _Request to use Stewart Park A request was received from the Healthy Heart Program of Tompkins County to use Stewart Park on September 9, 1989, for their kick- off program, and to reserve September 10, 1989, as a rain date. Resolution By Commissioner Sprague: Seconded by Commissioner Cox WHEREAS, this request was initially turned down by the Recreation Supervisor in charge of scheduling events for Stewart Park, due to the long- standing policy of not issuing exclusive use of Stewart Park to any group, and WHEREAS, the weekend chosen for this event is one of the most popular for people to use and enjoy the Park, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works concurs with the decision of the Recreation Supervisor and denies this request. Discussion followed on the floor. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni explained that their request was to reserve Stewart Park for the whole week -end and since this is one of the busiest weekends of the season the request could not be granted. John Doyle will be in touch with them and offer them Cass Park for that Saturday if they wish to work things out with Mr. Doyle. A vote on the resolution resulted as follows: Caried Unanimously Heartmates Fitness Trail Mayor Gutenberger reported the official Ribbon - cutting for the Heartmates Fitness Trail was held Saturday July 8, 1989 and was very well attended. REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES: Audit Report Resolution By Commissioner Sprague: Seconded by Commissioner Cox RESOLVED, That bills listed on the following Abstract be approved for payment: Abstract #13 Y General Fund . . . . . . . . . . .$ 90,198.58 Water and Sewer Fund .$ 6,737.00 Joint Activity Fund. . . . . . . . . .$ 2,373.41 Capital Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . .$128,431.21 and be it further O m Q F BPW Minutes July 12, 1989 171 5 RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and rendered. Carried Unanimously REPORT OF BOARD LIAISONS: Commissioner Cannon reported on a tour of the Ithaca Commons with Stearns and Wheler in regard to the locations for upgrading of the electrical service and lighting. ADJOURNMENT On a motion the meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m. l cD-C L� Callista F. Paolangeyi City Clerk