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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.
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< 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"
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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Callista F. Paolangeyi
City Clerk