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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1992-12-16rM L BOARD OF PUBLIC WORK COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE December 16, 1992 Notes Present: Commissioners Brandford (arrived late), Gerard, Reeves, Rusoff and Tripp, Mayor Nichols, Alderperson Berg, Superintendent Gray, Assistant Superintendents Ferrel and Shimer. Additions: Beavers in Six Mile Creek Deletions: Trash Collection Traffic Concern: - Large Apartment Complexes: Requested by Dick Booth University and Lake 1. Beavers in Six Mile Creek. Commissioner Reeves reported to the Board that many responses to Betsy Darlington's letter to the editor have been received. She added that the Six Mile Creek Committee passed a resolution recommending that the Board allow the beavers to remain in the gorge. There were several members of the public present to express their feeling on leaving the beavers. The Board's consensus was to accept the recommendations of Roger Miner of DEC and the Six Mile Creek Committee. A resolution will be presented at the next regular meeting to allow the beavers to stay. 2. Ramada Inn Bus Parking Request. Sonja Moore, Sales Manager for the Ramada Inn, was present to discuss the parking situation at the Ramada Inn. Ms. Moore explained that motorcoaches have a difficult time entering the "Woolworth's Lot" since the entrance is narrow. She suggested that the City could issue meter bags to the Ramada for their use as needed. She explained that the motorcoaches bring more people into the downtown area, helping the local economy. She added that motorcoaches carry 47 passengers and utilize only 2 parking spaces, leaving more spaces for local consumers. Ms. Moore told the Board that she plans to schedule many group stays at the Ramada throughout the year. Discussion followed concerning past and present practices of meter bags. The Board agreed that Supt. Gray, Asst. Supt. Ferrel and Ms. Moore meet and come to an agreement on the use and fees for meter bags. 3. Bev. Martin School. Tia Rudd was present along with other concerned parties to discuss traffic concerns around the Beverly J. Martin School. Discussion followed regarding several possibilities of alerting motorists to the pedestrians. The Board agreed that this issue would be discussed further at the January 6, 1993 meeting including responses from the Department and the Chief of Police. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE December 16, 1992 4. Hillview Sewer. The Board had the Power to act. Resolution moved by Commissioner Tripp, Seconded by Commissioner Rusoff. Resolution WHEREAS, A private sewer lateral exists on Hillview Place which serves several properties located on Hillview Place and which currently connects to the City's sewer main in South Cayuga Street; and, WHEREAS, This private sewer lateral is currently in need of repairs; and WHEREAS, There have been discussions and negotiations regarding the rights and responsibilities with respect to this lateral of the City and the owners of properties which are served by this private lateral, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That contingent upon the owners of all the property which use this private lateral, granting to the City of Ithaca, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, an easement to install, operate and maintain any existing or future necessary public utility lines in those portions of Hillview Place owned by the owners of properties which use this private sewer lateral namely 501 South Cayuga Street and 105, 107 and 108 Hillveiw Place; and further contingent upon the owners of all of the properties which use this private lateral repairing the section of the lateral east of a mutually agreeable point located between Cayuga Street and the west edge of the porch on the property of Vanderburgh (501 South Cayuga Street) to a condition satisfactory to the Superintendent of Public Works, that the Department is authorized to repair the section of the lateral west of the aforesaid point and to consider the Hillview Place private sewer lateral as a proper private sewer lateral which is to be connected to the City's sewer main in South Cayuga Street, and, be it, further RESOLVED, That existing easement between 501 South Cayuga and 105 Hillview Place (Mechanic Street in original) be updated to include all involved properties and filed with the City Clerk in accordance with Section 348 -12 of the City Code; and, be it, further Page - 2 BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE December 16, 1992 RESOLVED, That contingent on the f entire private sewer lateral being future by the owners of properties lateral, that the Department shall lateral to remain connected to the Cayuga Street. iling of the easement and the properly maintained in the which use the private sewer continue to allow the private City's sewer main in South There was no discussion on the proposed resolution. Passed Unanimously 5. DeWitt Park. Jean Deming was present for discussion concerning policy usage of DeWitt Park. The Board discussed events and their effects on the park, as well as the proposed resolution from Commissioner Tripp. The Board concurred that the Superintendent or designee will have the power to permit use of the park. If permission is denied, the applicant will have the opportunity to appeal to the Board. 6. Encroachment Agreement - 132 University Ave The Board agreed that Mayor Nichols should enter into an encroachment agreement with the Seibel's. A resolution will appear at the next regular meeting. 7. DPW 1993 Work Plan. Supt. Gray presented the Board with a draft outline of projects that are of concern. There was discussion of the striping program and how it is perceived by the public. The Board agreed this item should be reviewed further and will appear on the next agenda as "Unfinished Business." 8. 1993 Revenues. The Board discussed possibilities of increasing revenue through parking meters. Installation of meters on Thurston Avenue for long term parking was suggested. Discussion also included street opening permits and how competitive the fees are to comparable cities. This topic will be discussed further at a Committee of the Whole meeting in January. Meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. Notes taken by: Donna L. Payne Administrative Secretary Page - 3