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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. April 8, 1992
PRESENT:
Mayor Nichols
Commissioners (6) Rusoff, Tripp, Reeves, Gerard, Cox, Brandford
OTHERS PRESENT:
Superintendent of Public Works - Gray
Assistant Superintendent of Streets & Facilities - Ferrel
Assistant Superintendent of Water & Sewer - Shimer
Assistant City Attorney - Kennedy
Common Council Liaison - Berg
Deputy City Controller - Thayer
Deputy City Clerk - Boyle
City Planner - Meigs
Commons Coordinator - Deming
Transit Consultant - Carpenter
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Nichols led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the
American Flag.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Approval of Minutes of the March 11, 1992 Board of Public Works
Meeting
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Reeves
RESOLVED, That the Minutes of the March 11, 1992 Board of Public
Works meeting be approved as published.
Carried Unanimously
Approval of Minutes of the March 25, 1992 Board of Public Works
Meeting
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Reeves
RESOLVED, That the approval of the Minutes of the March 25, 1992
Board of Public Works meeting be deferred until the April 22, 1992
meeting.
Carried Unanimously
ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA:
Water, Sewer and Solid Waste Items
Commissioner Cox requested the addition of Item B - Request to
Modify Authorized Equipment Lists, and Award of Contract for Dump
Truck - Resolution.
No Board member objected.
New Business
Commissioner Berg requested the addition of Item A - Green Street
Parking Garage construction and impacts - discussion.
Assistant City Attorney Kennedy requested the addition of Item B -
Revocable License Agreement - Sciencenter - Resolution.
No Board member objected.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR:
Appointments
Mayor Nichols appointed Commissioner Reeves to the Energy
Commission as a Board Liaison.
Mayor Nichols agreed to serve as a Board Liaison to the Special
Joint Subcommittee.
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Mayor Nichols reported that Mr. Rosenblum addressed the Board of
Zoning Appeals regarding the phone booth that is at the Mobil
Station on North Cayuga Street/Jay Street. Mr. Rosenblum is
concerned because the phone booth was placed in a residential
neighborhood and is creating excessive traffic in that area.
Superintendent Gray has contacted the phone company who stated
that the phone was placed in that area by the request of a former
Superintendent and that the usage of the phone is not great.
COMMUNICATIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE THE BOARD:
Terry Pasco, Director of the Friendship Center, addressed the
Board to request the use of DeWitt Park in conjunction with the
First Presbyterian Church for a Sleep-Out on Easter weekend, April
18-19, 1992. Mr. Pasco explained that the purpose for the sleep-
out is to promote public education about homelessness. Workshops,
guest speakers and music are planned for Saturday afternoon and
evening, Boy Scout Troops, and Church youth groups would sleep
over Saturday night and the event would end with an Easter Sunrise
Ceremony Sunday morning.
Resolution
By Commissioner Reeves: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, The Friendship Center has requested the use of DeWitt
Park at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, 1992 until 10:30 a.m. on
Sunday, April 19, 1992, and
WHEREAS, the planned activities are sponsored by the First
Presbyterian Church and are of a peaceful and quiet nature; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works gives permission to the
Friendship Center to use DeWitt Park for the planned activities,
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That no commercial activity associated with this event
be permitted, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Friendship Center must obtain all required
permits from the Ithaca Police Department for this gathering,
including a noise permit if amplified sound is to be used, and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That the park will be left in a clean and orderly
condition upon departure.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the City's liability in
this issue. Mayor Nichols requested that Mr. Pasco present the
City with a statement from the Presbyterian Church stating that
they are sponsoring this program and either the Church's or the
Friendship Center's insurance will cover any claims.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Jane Marcham of the Ithaca Journal addressed the Board regarding
the Municipal Pool project. She stated that many people have
expressed their concerns to her about the high cost of the
project. She further stated that she believes the design of the
pool may be the problem as there are concerns regarding the depth
of the pool and the related underground problems. Another concern
is the fact that this pool is costing substantially more than a
comparable pool that has recently been built in the Town of
Newfield. Ms. Marcham requested that the Board look in to these
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concerns for the taxpayers of the City of Ithaca.
Superintendent Gray reported that the depth of the pool was
discussed by the Client Committee initially because there was a
question of installing diving boards which would have required a
12 foot depth. The diving boards have been deleted, but in order
to accommodate diving into the pool without a board, a depth of 8
feet is required.
Linda Bower of 316 Center Street addressed the Board regarding the
Center/South Plain Street traffic control Resolution on the
agenda. She stated that she previously submitted a petition to
the Board requesting an all way stop at the Center/South Plain
Street intersection. Ms. Bower explained that people drive too
fast in the area because there is no traffic control at that
intersection and many accidents have occurred as a result. She
further explained that there are many children living in this
neighborhood and urged the Board to act on this issue.
City Planner Jon Meigs addressed the Board regarding the Commons
Renovation project. Mr. Meigs referred to his memos of April 1,
1992 and April 7, 1992 regarding commemorative markers to be
installed during the Commons project. Mr. Meigs described the
plaques as being cast in bronze and containing historical
information about Ithaca. These plaques would be installed flush
with the pavement and would need to be ordered soon because they
could take up to seven weeks to produce. The estimated cost of
these plaques is $1,850. - $2,500. City Planner Meigs stated that
he has had feedback from the Commons Advisory Board, Circle
Greenway Committee and other individuals who are associated with
downtown, such as Susan Blumenthal. Mr. Meigs asked the Board to
consider this addition to the project, and have Power to Act at
the April 15, 1992 Committee of the Whole meeting.
Mayor Nichols stated that he didn't think it was appropriate for
the Board to go through the suggestions and approve the designs,
and suggested that the Client Committee review the suggestions and
make a recommendation to the Board.
Resolution
By Commissioner Brandford: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works will have the Power to
Act at the April 15, 1992 Committee of the Whole meeting on the
Commons Renovation Project additions.
Carried Unanimously
Peter Klinge of 150 Giles Street, addressed the Board regarding
the Giles/Columbia Street traffic control Resolution. He stated
that the pedestrian bridge is a major link from South Hill to East
Hill and he urged the Board to act on this Resolution as he is
concerned for pedestrian safety.
REPORT OF COUNCIL LIAISON:
Common Council Liaison Berg reported that Common Council approved
the Municipal Pool project by an 8-2 vote at the April 1, 1992
meeting.
Common Council passed a Resolution that will allow the Planning
Department to apply for a grant which will partially fund
emergency measures needed to fortify the Cascadilla Boathouse.
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REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
Superintendent of Public Works Gray reported on the following
items:
Municipal Pool - budget has been approved
North Cayuga Street Bridge - preconstruction meeting is on 4-14-92
Court Facility - bids are due April 30, 1992
GIAC Renovation Project - bids are due in May
Commons Renovation Project - preconstruction work is underway
Green Street Parking Garage - work is underway
Sidewalk Program - inspections are half-way complete
Johnson Boatyard - survey work is not complete yet
Kline Road - survey work is not complete yet
Hillview Sewer-survey work complete, a drawing has been submitted
Aurora/Hillview St. Intersection - slopes have been surveyed
Mitchell/College Ave Intersection - survey work complete
Dam Safety Project - contracts are out
Transit Facility meetings
Municipal Planning Organization - the City is now considered to be
part of a metropolitan area so the funding patterns for transit
and bridge/road projects which are associated with the State will
change. In the future, projects will be handled through a
Municipal Planning Organization which will insure that the money
which is allocated to this kind of an area is planned and properly
expended. Mayor Nichols will make a presentation on this subject
in the future.
REPORT OF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR WATER & SEWER:
Assistant Superintendent of Water & Sewer Shimer reported on the
following projects:
Filter 9 is back in service, filter 7 repairs are almost complete
400 lead & copper surveys have been received to date
The flow study on Jay Street for the Kline Rd sewer line is
ongoing
Tompkins County is composting sludge on a limited basis
N. Quarry St. sewer main and laterals replacement is complete
Hydrant relocation on Hillview/Aurora Street
Water is being turned on in the summer sites (parks, etc.)
Gravel removal - Silt Dam
Request for Quotes for videotaping sewer lines is out
Chuck Baker is working with staff from Bolton Point and Cornell on
how consecutive areas will be affected by the lead/copper
regulations. They are also discussing how they will respond to
certain media commercials which are questioning local water
quality.
REPORT OF ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR STREETS & FACILITIES:
Assistant Superintendent of Streets & Facilities Ferrel reported
on the following projects:
The City clean-up project is over after 13 days of special
collections. Approximately 400 tons of material was collected.
Two additional trucks with laborers were hired, and the Town of
Ithaca highway crew was available to assist the City with the
collection.
Street/gutter cleaning will begin next week. A press release will
be issued notifying people that they may rake the curb lawn
(between the sidewalk and curb) into the street and the City will
pick it up.
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Golf Course - opens Saturday
Stewart Park - work will be started on the duck pond due to bank
erosion, undermining of trees and roots, vegetation overgrowth on
paths, dead trees, and deteriorated fencing. Grass and new shrubs
will also be planted in the area.
Beavers have been causing tree damage to the Six Mile Creek area
and the Wildflower Preserve. A trapping permit will be applied
for from the Department of Environmental Conservation and meetings
will be set up with the Six Mile Creek Committee, Conservation
Advisory Council and Circle Greenway to solicit their
recommendations.
Monthly Transit Passes
Transit Consultant Carpenter addressed the Board regarding
implementing a monthly transit pass program. Mr. Carpenter
suggested that Ithaca Transit create a monthly, unlimited use pass
which could be used at any time to go to any location. Transit
Consultant Carpenter suggested that the permits be sold for $19.00
and extensive discussion followed. Mayor Nichols suggested that
this matter be discussed further at the next Committee of the
Whole meeting.
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Gerard
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works will have Power to Act at
the April 15, 1992 Committee of the Whole meeting regarding the
monthly transit pass issue.
Carried Unanimously
BUILDINGS, PROPERTIES AND TRANSIT ITEMS:
Request to use Steamboat Landing - Tompkins County Homebuilders'
Association
Resolution
By Commissioner Rusoff: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Homebuilders' Association has asked
to use the Ithaca Farmers' Market site at Steamboat Landing for a
sale of surplus building materials on Sunday, May 17 1992 to
benefit Habitat for Humanity, and
WHEREAS, the Association will provide a certificate of liability
to the City Attorney covering this gathering; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works gives permission for the
Association to use the Steamboat Landing site, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Board waives the City fee, calculated at
$60.00, for the Association's use of this site and that this will
be deducted from the total fee charged by the Market for the use,
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the reserved area will be left in a clean and
orderly condition upon departure.
Carried Unanimously
Award of Contract for Municipal Pool
Bids were received on March 5, 1992 for the construction of a new
pool and bath house.
Resolution
By Commissioner Rusoff: Seconded by Commissioner Brandford
WHEREAS, the City has sought and received bids for the
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construction of a new municipal pool and bath house; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the contract for General Construction be awarded to
Iverson Construction of Gorham, New York for their low bid of
$458,855.00, including alternates 1 through 7, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the contract for Plumbing Construction be awarded
to S&S Mechanical of Central Square, New York, for their low bid
of $24,600.00, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the contract for Electrical Construction be awarded
to Yager Electric of Bainbridge, New York, for their low bid of
$24,047.00, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works be authorized to
sign the contracts.
Ayes (4) - Rusoff, Tripp, Gerard, Brandford
Nays (2) - Reeves, Cox
Carried
Contract for Geotechnical Inspection Services - Municipal Pool
Resolution
By Commissioner Rusoff: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, construction of foundations for the Municipal Pool
project will require specialized geotechnical inspection services
to insure proper construction, and
WHEREAS, Empire Soils Investigations provided geotechnical design
services for this project; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Superintendent of Public Works be authorized to
execute a contract for geotechnical inspection services for the
Municipal Pool with Empire Soils Investigations of Groton, New
York, for a fee not to exceed $1,800.00.
Carried Unanimously
HIGHWAY, STREETS, AND SIDEWALK ITEMS:
Award of Contract for Air Compressor
Bids were received on March 26, 1992 for an air compressor to be
used by the Streets and Facilities highway crew.
Resolution
By Commissioner Brandford: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the bids and specifications; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the contract for an air compressor be awarded to
Roberts Equipment of Cazenovia, NY, for their low bid of
$7,808.00, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works
(Streets and Facilities) be authorized to sign the contract.
Carried Unanimously
PARKING AND TRAFFIC ITEMS:
Request for Traffic Signal at South Aurora Street and Hillview
Place
A variety of requests have been received over the years for a
traffic signal at South Aurora and Hillview Place.
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
WHEREAS, people who cross, or whose children cross, South Aurora
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Street at Hillview Place report that crossing is difficult or
hazardous and have requested the installation of a traffic control
device at that intersection, and
WHEREAS, the two traffic signals at Ithaca College and at Morse
Chain may be supposed to indicate to the drivers of vehicles
descending the grade into the City that stops may be required on
South Aurora Street, and
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the traffic warrants and has reviewed
potential impacts of the proposed installation with the Board, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works realizes that no traffic
control device can guarantee the safety of pedestrians; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works wishes to have a traffic
signal installed at the South Aurora Street and Hillview Place
intersection and directs the Traffic Engineer to prepare a plan
and budget for a traffic signal at this intersection for the next
Board of Public Works meeting.
Extensive discussion followed on the different types of traffic
signals, the cost, and the source of funding for this project.
A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (5) - Rusoff, Tripp, Gerard, Cox, Brandford
Nays (1) - Reeves
Carried
Request for Traffic Signal at Hudson and Columbia Streets
A request was received for the following items: a traffic signal
at the intersection of Hudson and Columbia Streets, a warning sign
with a flashing light uphill from the intersection on Hudson
Street, a "Slow Children" sign on Hudson Street.
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
WHEREAS, a request was made for a variety of traffic control
devices to be installed at or near the intersection of Hudson and
Columbia Streets, and
WHEREAS, there is currently a four-way stop at that intersection,
and
WHEREAS, following the instruction of the Board, the Department of
Public Works has purchased and will install special plastic
crosswalks to increase the visibility of the crossing area, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works wishes to install those traffic
control devices which are appropriate for the character of each
neighborhood and which contribute to the safe, efficient, and
appropriate flow of traffic through the City; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works directs the Traffic
Engineer to proceed with the installation of the plastic
crosswalks at the South Hill School adjacent to Crescent Place, as
well as at the Hudson and Columbia Street intersection, and
reserves the right to monitor the performance of the intersection
and community needs.
Discussion followed regarding the history of traffic control
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devices at this intersection.
Amending Resolution
By Commissioner Brandford: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
RESOLVED, That the last Resolved clause be amended to read as
follows:
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works denies the original
request but directs the Traffic Engineer to proceed with the
installation of the plastic crosswalks at the South Hill School
adjacent to Crescent Place, as well as at the Hudson and Columbia
Streets intersection.
Carried Unanimously
Main Motion as Amended
A vote on the Main Motion as Amended resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
Request for All-Way Stop at Center and South Plain Streets
A request was received for the following items: a "Children at
Play" sign, and a four-way stop at the intersection of Center and
South Plain Streets.
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Reeves
WHEREAS, a request was made for a four-way stop to be installed at
or near the intersection of Center and South Plain Streets, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works wishes to install those traffic
control devices which are appropriate for the character of each
neighborhood and which contribute to the safe, efficient, and
appropriate flow of traffic through the City; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works directs the Traffic
Engineer to install a yield sign on Center Street at its
intersection with South Plain Street.
Discussion followed as to what signage is appropriate for this
intersection.
On a motion by Commissioner Brandford and Seconded by Commissioner
Cox, this matter was referred back to Committee for further
discussion.
Request for Traffic Signal at Giles and Columbia Streets
A request was received for the following items: a "Stop" sign on
Giles Street at its intersection with Columbia Street, and a
series of speed bumps on Giles Street on both sides of that
intersection.
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
WHEREAS, a request was made for a variety of traffic control
devices to be installed at or near the intersection of Giles and
Columbia Streets, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works wishes to install those traffic
control devices which are appropriate for the character of each
neighborhood and which contribute to the safe, efficient, and
appropriate flow of traffic through the City; now, therefore, be
it
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RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works denies the original
request, but directs the Traffic Engineer to install a crosswalk
on Giles Street at its intersection with Columbia Street to serve
the pedestrian bridge.
Substitute Resolution
By Commissioner Gerard: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
WHEREAS, the residents of the neighborhood surrounding the
intersection of Giles Street and Columbia Street have repeatedly
petitioned the Board for the protection of the pedestrians
crossing
Giles Street at Columbia Street to and fro the existing pedestrian
bridge, and
WHEREAS, an all-way stop has raised concern that it may not be
appropriate to the existing traffic condition; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the existing Stop sign regulating the Columbia
Street approach be transferred to the Giles Street approach to the
intersection, therefore achieving the requested protection and
preserving the overall safety of the intersection.
A vote on the substitute resolution resulted as follows:
Ayes (1) - Gerard
Nays (5) - Rusoff, Tripp, Reeves, Cox, Brandford
Motion Fails
Main Motion
A vote on the Main Motion resulted as follows:
Carried Unanimously
CREEKS, BRIDGES, AND PARKS ITEMS:
Environmental Issues in the Six Mile Creek Watershed
Motion to Remove From the Table
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
RESOLVED, That the Resolution from the March 25, 1992 Board of
Public Works meeting regarding the environmental issues in the Six
Mile Creek Watershed be removed from the Table.
Carried Unanimously
Resolution
By Commissioner Gerard: Seconded by Commissioner Reeves
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is fortunate to be the largest
landowner in the Six Mile Creek area which 1) serves as the
crucial matrix for its water supply system; and 2) is widely and
historically recognized as a unique ecological and recreational
value, and
WHEREAS, these two functions are, and should be held as, mutually
beneficial and compatible, and
WHEREAS, consistent with its charge, the Board of Public Works is
considering maintenance and upgrading projects for its water
supply system, and
WHEREAS, consistent with its charge, the Conservation Advisory
Council has expressed its concern of potential environmental
impacts and its willingness to offer constructive input to the
Board relevant to these projects; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Board reaffirms its sensitivity to the
environmental value of the Six Mile Creek area, and in its aim to
protect all the City's assets, will actively consider the CAC's
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input while maintaining sound engineering standards, and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That this Board welcomes an open and constructive
dialogue with the CAC and/or its spokesperson on this and future
issues relevant to both.
Commissioner Gerard offered the following Substitute Resolution:
Substitute Resolution
By Commissioner Gerard: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works recognizes the environmental
and recreational value of the Six Mile Creek Watershed, and
WHEREAS, the maintenance of the City water supply is within the
Board's responsibility; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works reaffirms its commitment
to consider environmental assessments in any project affecting the
Six Mile Creek watershed area and will consult with all
appropriate advisory bodies in planning and maintaining projects
in the watershed area.
Ayes (5) Rusoff, Tripp, Reeves, Gerard, Cox
Nays (1) Brandford
Carried
Contract for Geotechnical Inspection Services - North Cayuga
Street Bridge Reconstruction
Resolution
By Commissioner Gerard: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, reconstruction of the North Cayuga Street bridge over
Cascadilla Creek will require specialized inspection for pile
foundation construction, and
WHEREAS, Gary L. Wood, P.E. performed the geotechnical design for
this project; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Public Works be authorized to
execute a contract for geotechnical engineering services for the
reconstruction of the North Cayuga Street Bridge with Gary L.
Wood, P.E. for a fee not to exceed $8,000.
Carried Unanimously
WATER, SEWER, AND SOLID WASTE ITEMS:
Award of Contract for Single Ply Membrane Roofing at Water
Treatment Plant
Resolution
By Commissioner Cox: Seconded by Commissioner Brandford
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed the bid and found that it conforms to
the specifications and the engineer's estimate; now, therefore, be
it
RESOLVED, That the contract for single ply membrane roofing be
awarded to Excelsior Systems, Inc., 715 Willow Avenue, Ithaca, New
York, for the low (sole) bid of $12,990.00, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works,
Water, and Sewer be authorized to sign the contract.
Carried Unanimously
Request to Modify Authorized Equipment Lists, and Award of
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Contract for Dump Truck
Resolution
Bids for a New and Unused Dump Truck for the Water and Sewer
Division were received on April 3, 1992. The Dump Truck specified
and bid is larger and more suited to the needs of the Water and
Sewer Division than the vehicle originally budgeted and approved.
The budgeted vehicle in the approved equipment list is a 2½ ton,
2 cubic yard, 6 wheel dump truck. The truck that was bid has a 7
cubic yard capacity, 6 wheel dump. This would be the largest dump
in the W & S fleet. It will allow fewer trucks and fewer trips to
service a job site. A long-range plan will realign the vehicle
fleet to reduce the number of dump trucks in the fleet. A
determination was also made that the Division would not require a
1 ton cab and chassis as budgeted and approved and would be better
served with a 3/4 ton pickup truck.
Resolution
By Commissioner Cox: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
WHEREAS, Staff has determined that the vehicles originally
intended for purchase by the Water and Sewer Division do not
reflect the actual needs of the Division, and
WHEREAS, the Division also intends to purchase a 3/4 ton pickup
through the New York State Contract, and
WHEREAS, the cost of the recommended dump truck and pickup truck
will be $36,000 and $12,500 respectively and represents a net
increase of $7,500, and
WHEREAS, Staff recommends transferring $7,500 ($3,000 - Water and
$4,500 Sewer) from the contingency account to satisfy the revised
purchase plans; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works request the Budget and
Administration Committee make these modifications to the 1992
Budget and Authorized Equipment List, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works for
Water and Sewer be authorized to execute a contract for purchase
of the dump truck with Spencer Ford, the low bidder, who meets all
specifications of the bid; and execute a purchase order under New
York State Contract for the 3/4 ton pickup, upon approval of the
Budget and Administration Committee and Common Council.
Carried Unanimously
REPORT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
Audit Report
Resolution
By Commissioner Tripp: Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff
RESOLVED, that bills listed on the following Abstract be approved
for payment:
Abstract #7
General Fund....................... $59,699.99
Water & Sewer Fund................. $ 7,411.36
Joint Activity Fund................ $19,413.42
Capital Projects................... $15,720.83
Solid Waste Fund................... $ 7,788.05
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That bills receivable be approved and rendered.
Carried Unanimously
NEW BUSINESS:
Closing of Green Street Parking Garage
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Council Liaison Berg reported on the elimination of approximately
489 parking spaces during the reconstruction of the Green Street
Parking Garage and the construction of the new Court Facility in
mid-June through mid-August, 1992. The use of car pooling, mass
transit, and park and ride lots is being suggested with the
support of area business leaders. There are presently 190 permits
being sold for the Green Street garage and 165 permits for the
Seneca Street. Options available for the construction period are
to create a limit on the number of permits sold for the Seneca
Street garage; maintain the status quo; or increase the limit.
Decisions need to be made quickly as people purchase permits for a
3 month period. This matter will be discussed further at future
Board meetings.
Sciencenter
Assistant City Attorney Kennedy reported that the Sciencenter
wishes to use approximately 600 square feet in the basement of the
old vacuum filter building at the end of Lake Street (currently
being used by Recycle Ithaca's Bicycles) for storage of small
educational materials until December 1, 1992. The Sciencenter is
requesting a 30-day revocable agreement to begin April 16, 1992
2through December 1, 1992 even though they will probably only need
the space through the end of November.
Resolution
By Commissioner Reeves: Seconded by Commissioner Tripp
RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works grants a license,
beginning April 16, 1992 and ending December 1, 1992, revocable on
thirty days notice to the Sciencenter for the use of a portion of
the basement of the old vacuum filter building located at the west
end of Lake Street for storage of small educational materials,
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute the
license agreement on behalf of the City.
Carried Unanimously
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion, the meeting was adjourned at 6:33 P.M.
Julie Conley Boyle Benjamin Nichols
Deputy City Clerk Mayor