HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-BPW-2006-04-05Approved on May 9, 2007
Board of Public Works Regular Meeting
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK
Committee of the Whole Meeting 4:50 p.m. April 5, 2006
PRESENT:
Mayor Peterson
Commissioners (6) – Chapman, Dotson, Jenkins, Romanoff, Schlather, Wykstra
OTHERS PRESENT:
Assistant Superintendent of Streets and Facilities – Ferrel
Assistant Superintendent of Water and Sewer – Whitney
Common Council Liaison – Coles
DAC Liaison – Roberts
Executive Assistant – Grunder
Bridge System Engineer – Gil
Newman Golf Course Manager – Torrant
Deputy City Controller – Andrew
EXCUSED:
Superintendent of Public Works - Gray
2006 NEWMAN GOLF COURES RATES
Mayor Peterson explained that the Board must make a final decision on the rate
structure for Newman Golf Course. She reported that her office has been able to
organize a group of individuals led by Commissioners Romanoff and Chapman to review
the rate structure.
Newman Golf Course Manager Torrant reported to the Board on the current fee structure
and his recommendations for future rate structures based upon rates at similar courses.
Commissioner Chapman voiced his concern about City residents paying taxes to fund
the course when it appeared to have considerable usage by non-city residents.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding how to publicize the golf course and the
addition of a driving range to the course.
2006 Newman Golf Course Rates – Power-to-Act – RESOLUTION
By Commissioner Schlather: Seconded by Commissioner Wykstra
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has reviewed previous year Newman Golf
Course revenues and expenses, and
WHEREAS, the Golf Course Manager has presented a proposal for 2006 rates believed
to increase use of the facility along with more equitable use costs to the golf course
members, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the following rates for the 2006 season at Newman Golf Course are
hereby established:
2005 Rates 2006 Rates
Individual Resident 395.00 325.00
Individual Non-Resident 435.00 365.00
Sr. Individual
Resident 355.00 285.00
Non-Resident 435.00 365.00
Domestic Couple
Resident 545.00 445.00
Non-Resident 600.00 500.00
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Family
Resident 600.00 500.00
Non-Resident 660.00 560.00
Weekday Only
Resident 255.00 185.00
Non-Resident 280.00 210.00
Weekday Domestic Couple
Resident 380.00 280.00
Non-Resident 420.00 320.00
Senior Domestic Couple
Resident 495.00 395.00
Non-Resident 600.00 500.00
Junior
Resident 180.00 140.00
Non-Resident 200.00 160.00
2006 Daily Fees
Weekday 18 holes 15.00
Weekday 9 holes 12.00
Weekend 18 holes 20.00
Weekend 9 holes 12.00 after 2 p.m.
Member User Fee 2.00 daily
League 12.00 daily
Carried Unanimously
TOMPKINS COUNTY COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM
Mayor Peterson reported that Chrys Gardener, from Cornell Cooperative Extension, has
asked the Board to approve an outline for the Tompkins County Community
Beautification Program as it pertains to the Commons. The current project being drafted
pertains to the planters on the Commons. She further reported that the program has
taken criticism from various parties on the Commons, due to the contradictory goals of
these groups, about the previous work on the Commons. The criticism may subside and
goals of the parties may be aligned if the Board is able to agree and approve an outline
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the placement and design of the planters as
well as who would be responsible for the maintenance of the planters.
The Board agreed to let the group begin work prior to a resolution approving the work.
SOUTH AURORA STREET BRIDGE PROJECT
Bridge System Engineer Gil reported to the Board on the Aurora Street Bridge Project.
He stated that the project must go out for bid by the Fall of this year or funding will be
lost. He further stated that the New York State Department of Transportation will pay for
the standard four (4) box concrete railing, however, if the City decides to go with a
different style railing, the City will be responsible for the difference in the cost.
THURSTON AVENUE BRIDGE PROJECT
Bridge System Engineer Gil updated the Board on the Thurston Avenue Bridge Project.
He stated that the new project schedule is heavily loaded into 2006, rather than 2007.
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SURPLUS PROPERTY – ADJACENT TO THE ROTHCHILD’S BUILDING
City Attorney Hoffman reported that the owner of the Rothschild’s building has requested
that the City declare the adjacent property as surplus and available for possible sale.
This property currently consists of a wide sidewalk and bus stop.
Discussion followed on the floor regarding the utility lines, retaining walls, and the bus
shelter that are all on that property.
ADJOURNMENT:
On a motion the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
Deborah A. Gurnder Carolyn K. Peterson
Executive Assistant Mayor