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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-1999-07-07BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS SPECIAL MEETING July 7, 1999 PRESENT: Commissioners Ehrhardt, Jenkins, Gutenberger, Korherr, Leonardo, Vargas, Mayor Cohen, Alderperson Hershey, and Assistant Superintendents Fabbroni and Ferrel. 1. Cleveland Avenue Design By Comm. Gutenberger, seconded by: Comm. Jenkins WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works recognizes that commercial and residential neighborhoods have different and sometimes conflicting impacts upon each other, and WHEREAS, the BPW has received public comment, and several design alternatives for minimizing adverse traffic impacts on Cleveland Avenue, WHEREAS, Cleveland Avenue is only two blocks long and the western end terminates at Meadow Street isolating Cleveland Avenue from the traffic flow across the west end, now, therefore, be it V RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works directs staff to construct a raised platform across Cleveland Avenue as shown on a drawing entitled "Cleveland Avenue - Raised Platform cul de sac, dated May, 1999." Carried Unanimously 2. Award of Bid for 2WD Utility Vehicle By Comm. Korherr, seconded by: Gutenberger WHEREAS, bids were received on May 25, 1999 for a 1999 two wheel drive utility vehicle, and WHEREAS, staff has recommended that the bid be awarded to the bidder meeting specifications, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Board of Public Works awards the bid for a two wheel drive utility vehicle to SV Moffett, 33 Thruway Park Drive, West Henrietta, NY 14586 for their bid of $13,644 which meets the minimum specifications, and be it further RESOLVED, That the board authorizes the Assistant Superintendent for Streets and Facilities to enter into an agreement with SV Moffett. Board of Public Works Special Meeting July 7, 1999 Discussion followed concerning the acceptance of the second low bidder. Asst. Supt. Ferrel explained that the low bidder did not meet the specifications. It was noted that the low bidder's equipment would require additional costs for implements and adaptors. Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Carried Unanimously Notes Taken by: Donna L. Payne Administrative Secretary A 1' 1, . 1110 1 Ell �Q E 0 0 �Q E BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE July 7, 1999 NOTES PRESENT: Commissioners Ehrhardt, Jenkins, Gutenberger, Korherr, Leonardo, Vargas, Mayor Cohen, Alderperson Hershey, and Assistant Superintendents Fabbroni and Ferrel. Comm. Ehrhardt chaired the meeting. There were no additions to the agenda. Deletions from the agenda: Request for Change in Parking 7. ruDIIC Art. Alderperson Susan Blumenthal was present to address the board concerning proposed changes to Chapter 5 of the City Code entitled "Public Art and Design Commission." She indicated that the ordinance needs revamping to have a true public art program. She stated that she feels there is a need for art in public spaces but is concerned about maintenance of it. She noted that a fund would be established to obtain and maintain the public art. She added that the type of art and placement would be decided by the commission. The board agreed that art in public spaces would be nice but that DPW is currently overwhelmed with work and unable to take on more maintenance. This item will proceed to Common Council for approval. 2. Request for Water and Sewer Bill Expungement 130 College Avenue Ms. Nell Mondy, owner of 130 College Avenue addressed the board about her water and sewer bill. She explained that her tenants went on Christmas vacation and left the windows open which resulted in broken pipes. She hired a plumber to fix the pipes and she assumed that the problems were fixed. She indicated that she paid the expected large bill received in January. She then received another large bill in April while she was in the hospital recovering from an accident. She asked the board to reduce the April bill since she had taken steps to correct the problem in December. She noted that she felt the situation was unusual and that there had been no indication that the problem still existed. Discussion followed concerning the use of the water and the board's policy on requests for expungements. This item will be voted on at the next regular meeting on July 14, 1999. 3. Draft Proposal Ordinance for Residential Parking Permit System Jeannie Lee and Pat Vaughan addressed the board on proposed changes to the existing ordinance on the Parking Permit System. They explained that the petition process will be different in that only property owners may sign and only one vote per owner regardless of number of properties owned. Another change is that the current maximum number of 4 permits per residence would be changed by the number of legal residents minus the number of available off street parking spaces for that property. Discussion followed concerning visitor passes and how many should be issued per dwelling. This item will return to the board for a vote upon review and approval by the City Attorney's Office. Board of Public Works Committee of the Whole July 7, 1999 4. Update on Consultant Report for Elmira /Albany /Spencer Intersection Comm. Ehrhardt told the board that the consultant's report should be completed and distributed in a few weeks. 5. Intersection of Cornell and East State Street Traffic Control Device. Alderperson Vaughan was present and noted that the intersection meets the criteria for a traffic light. She noted that she realizes how great the expense is, but a traffic control device is needed. It was noted that this item has been forwarded to the Capital Project Review Committee. 6. Miscellaneous Items. Comm. Ehrhardt noted that Steve Fontana, business owner in Collegetown, has questioned when staffing will be increased in the Dryden Road Garage. Asst. Supt. Ferrel noted that there is no funding for the additional expense. He added that he would research how much revenue could be generated to offset the expense. 7. Staff Reports. Asst. Supt. Fabbroni noted the passing of employee Butch Happel. He told the board that segment two of the program analysis would be held on July 19, 1999 at 7 :00 p.m. Asst. Supt. Ferrel reported on the following: Highway crew - proceeding on West State Street. They've found that the existing concrete base cannot be used and therefore the project will take a little longer. -Work is continuing on Elm Street. - Several streets have been milled. -Maple Avenue has been paved. -100 block of South Aurora Street will be paved next week. - Installation of brick crosswalks in Collegetown has been delayed. Parks crews have had to water trees and flowers due to the unusual heat. -Youth workers are assisting with work in the Cemetery and the Commons. - Carousel is operating and the learning process is continuing. - Trimming around signs has continued. Bridge Crew - installed a temporary deck on the Adams Street pedestrian bridge. Barriers are on order to block off part of the Green Street Garage where a car drove through the east end wall. Garages have been flushed in order to remove winter debris. Sign Shop - striping continues, including Dryden Road Garage. - Detours for road work have been put in place. OSHA inspected the Seneca Street Garage and found no major violations. Discussions are continuing concerning the Landstrom site acquisition. Page - 2 Board of Public Works Committee of the Whole July 7, 1999 Comm. Korherr thanked Asst. Supt. Fabbroni for his tour of the wastewater plant. He then expressed his concerns over the quality of life of the infrastructure. He noted that something must happen and it should be soon. He stated that he feels a mechanism for funding must be put in place and that so many things depend on the infrastructure of the city. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Page - 3 Notes taken by: Donna L. Payne Administrative Secretary