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Tompkins County
Legislature
TOMPKINS COUNTY
NEW YORK
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Chair
Ithaca, New York
Catherine Covert, Clerk Ithaca, New York
State of New York )
County of Tompkins ) ss:
Tompkins County Legislature )
In pursuance of the authority conferred by Section 211 of the County Law, I do
hereby certify that the copy of the Proceedings of the Tompkins County Legislature
of the County of Tompkins, New York, for the year 2020, contained in this volume
is true and correct.
CATHERINE COVERT Clerk of the Legislature
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2020 STANDING AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES ASSIGNMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Effective March 1, 2020) Budget, Capital, and Personnel - Robertson (Chair), McKenna (Vice Chair), Lane, Dawson, Black Appropriations
Borrowing and Debt Service Contingent Funds Fund Balances Unallocated Revenues Budget process Fiscal Policies Finance Department Capital Programs TC3 Human Resources Department (incl. performance evaluation and staff training) Workforce Diversity and Inclusion
Health Consortium Direct Reports Evaluations Facilities and Infrastructure - Lane (Chair), Koreman (Vice Chair), McKenna, Morey, Klein Facilities Bridges and Highways
Department of Recycling and Materials Management Public Works Administration Weights and Measures Utilities Airport Government Operations – Champion (Chair), Granison (Vice Chair), John, Klein, Sigler Tompkins County Legislature Administration Department Organizational Development Risk management/contract performance Public Information Information Technology Services Department Program Evaluation
Law – County Attorney Assessment County Clerk
Board of Elections Tompkins County Council of Governments Libraries
Rules and Procedures of the Legislature Charter and Code Code of Ethics and Ethics Advisory Board
MEGA (Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance)
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Health and Human Services - Black (Chair), Dawson (Vice Chair), Champion, Klein, Morey Department of Social Services
Mental Health Department/Agencies Public Health Department/Agencies Office of Human Rights Health Planning Council Human Services Coalition Relevant Human Services Coalition agencies Office for the Aging Youth Services Tompkins Community Action Animal Health and Control Veterans Services Department
Housing and Economic Development Committee – Kelles (Chair), Sigler (Vice Chair), Koreman, Granison, Robertson
Workforce Development Tompkins County Area Development (ED Collaborative) Industrial Development Agency
Chamber of Commerce Tourism Program/Convention and Visitors Bureau Strategic Tourism Planning Board Downtown Ithaca Alliance TCAT Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board MPO/ITCTC County Historian History Center Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality - Dawson (Chair), Klein (Vice Chair), Kelles, Champion, McKenna
Planning and Sustainability Department Soil and Water Conservation District Flood Control/Water Quality Environmental Management Council Water Resources Council Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Land management Cooperative Extension Climate change
Public Safety – John (Chair), Morey (Vice Chair), Granison, Kelles, Sigler
Public Safety Building District Attorney Defense of Indigents/Assigned Counsel Probation and Community Justice Sheriff/Jail Department of Emergency Response OAR (Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources) Alternatives-to-Incarceration Programs
Reentry transition programs Juvenile Justice
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Special Committees: Complete Census Count: Lane (Chair); Champion (Vice Chair); McKenna; Black; Morey Downtown Facilities: McKenna (Chair); John (Vice Chair); Robertson; Koreman; Lane Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations: Robertson (Chair); Sigler (Vice Chair); Dawson; Black; Kelles Other Committee Assignment(s): Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee: Anne Koreman (Chair); Henry Granison (Vice Chair); Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes – Approved 1-21-20 Tuesday, January 7, 2020 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers
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Call to Order
Mrs. Covert, Clerk of the Legislature, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Member Present
Amanda Champion Member Present
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present
Anna Kelles Member Present
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Chair Present
Michael Sigler Member Present
First Order of Business
Election of Temporary Chair
Mrs. Covert opened the floor for nominations for Temporary Chair of the Legislature. It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Morey, to nominate Mr. Sigler as Temporary
Chair of the Legislature. Hearing no more nominations, it was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and
unanimously adopted by voice vote, to close nominations for Temporary Chair of the Legislature. A vote by show of hands to elect Mr. Sigler as the Temporary Chair of the Legislature resulted as
follows: Ayes - 14, Noes - 0. MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Sigler took the chair as Temporary Chair of the Legislature.
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Election of Chair of the Legislature
Mr. Sigler opened the floor for nominations for Chair of the Legislature for 2020.
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It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mr. Granison, to nominate Mr. Lane as Chair of the Legislature for 2020. Mr. Klein said he nominated Mr. Lane for Chair because of his knowledge and experience. He was Chair for four of the last ten years and was involved in a number of the County accomplishments mentioned at the last Legislature meeting. Mr. Lane does not let politics get in the way of his leadership. Mr. Granison seconded the nomination. He said Mr. Lane believes and has stated that as a Chair he is “first among equals” on the Legislature and would continue that leadership into the next year.
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Morey, to nominate Ms. Kelles as Chair of the Legislature for 2020.
Ms. Robertson agrees Mr. Lane was a fine Chair, but that was a different time with a different Legislature. The accomplishments of the Legislature over the last ten years were a team effort, but
leadership also really matters. The County has been engaged at the State and Federal levels and now is not the time to step back from that. Ms. Kelles joined the Legislature in 2016 and immediately became involved with NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) attending conferences and serving on two committees. That is an important organization where information is shared and people learn what others are doing. As the County is facing large issues including concern with equity, diversity, and inclusion, Ms. Kelles has been committed to those issues and joined the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee and has served as Vice Chair for the last four years. Ms. Robertson said because of Ms. Kelles’ background and experience she believes the County will benefit and profit if she were Chair of the Legislature. Hearing no more nominations, it was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Ms. Champion, and
unanimously adopted by voice vote, to close nominations for Chair of the Legislature for 2020. The following vote was taken by a show of hands for Chair of the Legislature for 2020: Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane)
Anna Kelles - Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler) No other motions were made and a revote was taken as follows by a show of hands: Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane) Anna Kelles - Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler) Following a brief discussion, it was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. McKenna, to hold a recess. A vote by show of hands resulted as follows: Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane). MOTION TO RECESS FAILED. Following Mr. Sigler asking for a motion for Vice Chair of the Legislature, Mr. Wood said a motion to lay the election of the Chair of the Legislature was needed first and said typically the order of
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business is once a Chair is elected, the floor is opened for nominations for the election of a Vice Chair. He suggested laying the election of both the Chair and Vice Chair of the Legislature on the table until the completion of the rest of the business on the agenda. Mr. Wood further stated that if the positions remain vacant for 30 days, the County Clerk appoints a Chair of the Legislature until the Legislature selects a Chair. Mr. Klein asked the County Attorney to clarify where in the Rules it states the Vice Chair election is held following the election of the Chair. Mr. Wood read the Rule and explained his interpretation. Mr. Klein said he does not agree with the County Attorney’s interpretation. Ms. Robertson also stated that when this happened previously, the election of Vice Chair did not take place until a Chair was selected. Mr. Wood also stated that the selection of the Chair could affect the selection of the Vice Chair.
Ms. Champion asked that the Government Operations Committee review the Rules of the Legislature this year to make this section more clear.
Following further discussion, it was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Ms. Black, to lay on the table the election of the Chair of the Legislature until the completion of the rest of the business on the
agenda. It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Morey, to amend the motion and lay on the Table the election of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Legislature until the rest of the business is completed. A vote by show of hands resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators John, Kelles, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, and Lane). MOTION TO AMEND CARRIED. A vote on the motion as amended resulted as follows by show of hands: Ayes - 8 (Legislators John, Kelles, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, and Lane). MOTION AS AMENDED
CARRIED.
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Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There were no members of the public present who wished to speak.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
George McGonigal, Common Council Member, reported on the following topics City Council
will be considering at its meeting tomorrow: - Improvements to Ithaca Waste Water Treatment Plant; - Purchasing street lights from New York State Electric and Gas and converting them to LED;
- Commencing of a major transportation plan; and - Asking for help with petitioning State to modify new requirements for summer day camps; there are at least 80 families these new requirements could affect.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Champion spoke of the Census and the need for more workers. She reminded everyone that on January 21st there will be a reception for the Poets Laureate and the unveiling of the plaque. Ms. Dawson spoke of the fires that are burning in Australia and the impact on people and
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animals. The Australian Red Cross is the best way to help by giving. Mr. Lane said there have been many hate crimes; this is something that is not American and is not human when we hear what has been happening to people of the Jewish faith. He is disappointed and angered by New Yorkers who share racist views. We need to stand in solidarity to say that it doesn't happen here and shouldn't happen in America. Ms. Robertson announced the Chamber of Commerce Business after Hours event will be held tomorrow at the Airport from 5 to 7 p.m. and said the public is also invited to attend. Ms. Koreman
reported the fee for this event can be waived for 20 attendees. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced on January 18th the Martin Luther King community
breakfast at GIAC and will be held at the Beverly J. Martin Elementary School. Mr. John said Tompkins County has a strong government with good employees and we are an
honest good dedicated group of people. He spoke about the City of Baltimore, a government that is struggling to hold together its leadership. They have every problem a government can have and said it really comes from leadership. His sister, Mary Miller, has announced her candidacy for Mayor of that City. Ms. Robertson announced there will be a Woman’s March on January 18th in Seneca Falls and January 19th in Elmira. Mr. Sigler wished everyone a Happy New Year and reported on a few outcomes of 2019. Last year the County got a new County Court Judge, the garbage burning facility didn't open near the Lake, and the Airport was a success. He also spoke about a recent article he wrote about reaching out to people. He believes that loneliness in this country is a big problem and encouraged everyone to reach out more and said he believes this is a way to build community.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mr. Sigler said he doesn't see the vote of the Chair of the Legislature as a negative; it is a healthy part of democracy. He believes if you focus on things you will be successful and if the County speaks as a group and is unified it can accomplish what it wants to. Tompkins County is a well run County as
where other counties are struggling. There were no Chair’s appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino announced last Friday the County closed on the sale of the North Tioga Street property. He communicated to the Union the decisions of the Committee with regard to the recommendations for employee parking and said an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) will need to be signed. At this time he highlighted the recommendations and said it is hoped that employees will be able to begin using the new parking spaces on Monday. He also reported on a recent announcement of a grant award for a downtown conference center. It’s a part of the development with the Green Street development project and reported on conversations that are taking place with many relating to financing. One of the considerations is the County asking for an additional one percent room occupancy tax from the State. On January 21st Gary Ferguson of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance will present the Legislature with up-to-date information about the proposed conference center.
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Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder reported on sales tax receipts and said the distributions for November were up 6.4% compared to 2019 and the year-to-date tax distribution for the County's portion was up 4.25%. He also reported on the Contingent Fund and said if the actions are approved this evening on the agenda the balance will be $435,000.
Sales Tax Report - November 2019 (ID#9117)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9034)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Henry Granison - Legislator; term expires December 31, 2022 Anne Koreman - Legislator; term expires December 31, 2022 Advisory Board on Indigent Representation - terms expire December 31, 2022 Diane Bruns Deborah Dietrich Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Darin Buck - Farmer representative; term expires December 31, 2023
Paul Gier - Soil and Water Conservation District Alternate (seat correction) George Frantz - Land Preservation representative; term expires December 31, 2023
Environmental Management Council Thomas Shelley - Chair for 2020
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Resolution No. 2020-1: Approve a Supplemental Agreement with Barton & Loguidice, DPC for Design and Construction Services for South Street Extension Slope Stabilization Project, Town of Ulysses (ID #9096)
WHEREAS, County Highway Division staff authorized Barton & Loguidice, PC, to continue design and construction services, and complete tasks necessary for project completion, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a Supplemental Agreement with
Barton & Loguidice, PC, of 290 Elwood Davis Road, Syracuse, New York, for Design and Construction Services in connection with the referenced project for an amount not to exceed $11,100,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be authorized to execute supplemental agreements on behalf of the County with cumulative value not to exceed ten percent of the aforementioned contract amount, funds to be provided from the South Street Extension Capital Account
HZ5317.59239.53.17. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-1
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Resolution No. 2020-2: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 19 with C&S Companies for Environmental Services and No. 20 for Program Management Services at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9091)
WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for Environmental Services and Program Management Services at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the cost of the Consultant Agreements with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New
York - Supplement Agreement No. 19 for Environmental Services is $6,900 and Supplemental Agreement No. 20 for Program Management of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program is $3,000, both services are mandated by New York State (NYS) Regulations as well as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That
Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 19 and 20 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Environmental Services and ACDBE Program Management be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Airport Operating Budget $9,900 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-3: Delegation of Authority to Authorize Certain Tax Refunds and Credits of $2,500 and Under (ID #8985)
WHEREAS, Section 554 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax-levying body to delegate the correction of tax rolls due to a clerical error, an error in essential fact, or an unlawful entry (as defined in Section 550 of the Real Property Tax Law), and WHEREAS, Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax-levying body to delegate the payment of tax refunds due to a clerical error, an error in essential fact, or an unlawful entry, and
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Government Operations Committee that such delegation would increase efficiency in processing said refunds and therefore be beneficial to the taxpayer, now
therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the County
Director of Assessment shall transmit corrections and/or refund recommendations to the County Administrator, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to allow payments of bills where a recommended refund or credit is $2,500 or less, without prior audit by the tax-levying body, in compliance with Paragraph 9 (a), (c) of Section 554, and Paragraph 8 (a), (c), (d), and Paragraphs 9 and 10 of Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, RESOLVED, further, That any refund or credit over $2,500 must be approved by the Tompkins County Legislature pursuant to Paragraphs 8 (a), 9, and 10 of Section 566 of the Real Property Tax Law, except for refunds amounting to over $2,500 as a result of Real Property Tax Law Article 7 litigation
ordered by the New York State Supreme Court, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Assessment shall provide a report to the appropriate program committee at a minimum of twice per year of all the corrections and refunds processed in the previous months,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall only be in effect during the calendar year 2020. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-4: Delegation of Authority to Authorize Certain Tax and Solid Waste Fee Refunds Under $500 (ID #8986)
WHEREAS, Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes a tax-levying body to delegate the payment of tax refunds due to a clerical error or an unlawful entry (an unlawful entry is any information on the tax roll that violates the Real Property Tax Law), and WHEREAS, Solid Waste Fee refunds are authorized under Resolution No. 181 of 1996, and
WHEREAS, it is the opinion of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, that the delegation to the County Administrator would be more efficient in processing said refunds and therefore beneficial to the taxpayer, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Director of Assessment shall transmit refund recommendations to the County Administrator, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to make payments of any refunds of less than $500 as if the Tompkins County Legislature had performed this audit in compliance with Paragraph 1-7 of Section 566 of the Real Property Tax Law, RESOLVED, further, That any refund of $500 or more must be approved by the Tompkins
County Legislature pursuant to Paragraph 8(b) of Section 556 of the Real Property Tax Law, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator shall transmit on or before the 15th day of
each month a report to the Tompkins County Legislature of all the refunds processed in the previous month,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall only be in effect during the calendar year 2020. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Resolution No. 2020-5: Resolution to Limit the Purchase of Single-use Plastic and Expanded Polystyrene Foam Items in Tompkins County Government (ID #9084)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne expressed concern with the costs of programs like these to the consumer; she would like to have companion legislation to encourage manufacturers and businesses not to raise prices on compostable or recyclable products. Ms. Eckstrom spoke of her involvement at the State and Federal levels with product stewardship and said there is some movement in that area; most recently with paint. She commented the resolution applies to products purchased by County departments.
Mr. Lane hopes the Legislature will take the $.05 fee and put together a responsible program such as reusable bags to distribute to its residents.
Ms. Robertson stated that the County cannot and does not want to tell individual employees how to bring their lunch to work. This resolution refers to departmental functions.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Tompkins County government is taking many steps to reduce its carbon footprint
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and fossil fuel usage, such as updating its Energy Strategy to strive for net-zero emissions, transitioning to electric vehicles, reducing waste following a Sustainability Strategy, and prioritizing actions that will combat climate change, and WHEREAS, County Departments still buy single-use plastic items such as plastic and expanded polystyrene foam dishes, utensils, straws, cups, and water bottles for events, kitchens, and break rooms, and WHEREAS, these plastic items require non-renewable fossil fuels for their manufacture and
transport, are used one time, and like all plastic, will never biodegrade, and WHEREAS, the use of plastics is contradictory to other sustainability efforts the County is
undertaking, and WHEREAS, there are numerous options for compostable or recyclable kitchen items, such as
items made of paper, corn, or bamboo, and additionally, staff can reuse their own food and drink items, and WHEREAS, small and large governments around the world, such as the Town of Wellfleet, Massachusetts, the City of New York, and the Country of Ireland have opted to stop the purchase of single-use plastics within their operations thus reducing their negative impact on the environment, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County government wishes to lead by example in our efforts toward sustainable operations, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality
Committee, That Tompkins County government intends to transition to purchasing items not made of single-use plastic or expanded polystyrene foam such as dishes, utensils, straws, cups, and water bottles for departmental use, and RESOLVED, further, That County Administration will develop an environmental procurement policy to implement this resolution no later than April 30, 2020,
RESOLVED, further, That this purchasing ban will not apply to items needed for people with disabilities or for emergency preparedness and medical uses. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee met on December 19th and took action on resolutions on the Consent Agenda. He said the Committee heard updates on several bridge projects and that an update on the Public Safety facility by LaBella will be coming in the next couple of months. The Committee will next meet on January 16th.
Resolution No. 2020-6: Approve Funding of PIN 375593 CR 110 - Ellis Hollow Road (Phase 3 Construction) - Town of Ithaca (ID #9095)
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Ms. Robertson asked if this included the widening of the shoulders; Mr. McKenna said he did not have an answer. Ms. Robertson agreed to follow-up with Highway Director Jeff Smith.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David McKenna, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Chair
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the CR 110-Ellis Hollow Road - Phase 3 Construction, (the Project) is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 80% federal, 20% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires to advance the Project by making a commitment of 100% of the costs of the Project or portions thereof, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Department (D Fund) has an adequate unassigned fund balance to cover the estimated construction costs, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County’s 2020-2024 Capital Improvement Program be amended to include CR 110-Ellis Hollow Road (Phase 3 Construction) at a total cost of $765,000 with an expected net local cost of $38,250 after receipt of grants and contributions,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above subject project and authorizes Tompkins County to pay in the first instance 100% of the costs of Construction
phase work for the Project or portions thereof, with the understanding qualified costs may be eligible for federal-aid and state-aid, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $765,000 is hereby appropriated from CR 110-Ellis Hollow Road (Phase 3 Construction) - HZ5328.59239.53.28 and made available to cover the cost of participation in the above phase(s) of the Project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustments in fiscal year 2019: D Fund-County Road Fund Decrease Fund Balance D30909000 - County Road Fund Unassigned Fund Balance $ 765,000 Increase Expense Account D5110.54802 - Contribution to Construction $ 765,000
HZ Fund-Highway Fac. & Projects Fund Increase Revenue Account HZ5328.45035.53.28 - Interfund (D) $ 765,000 Increase Expense Account HZ5328.59239.53.28 - Ellis Hollow Rd - Ph3 $ 765,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-21
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Government Operations Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last meeting of the Legislature. The Committee will next meet January 17th.
Resolution No. 2020-7: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay - Board of Elections (ID #9053)
This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Board of Elections has recently had one resignation, at a total cost of $5,717 for
terminal pay, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Fiscal Policy, Administrative Policy 05-02, Section 4.03-1 allows departments to be reimbursed for terminal pay from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to appropriate from the Contingent fund a total of $5,717 to be transferred to the Board of Elections budget accounts as outlined
below to reimburse this department for their terminal-pay expenses, FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $5,717
TO: A1450.51000691 Senior Elections Clerk $3,900 A1450.58800 Fringes $1,817 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-8: Establishing 2020 Meeting Dates (ID #8987)
As there would be five weeks between Legislature meetings in the summer, Mr. Lane MOVED, seconded by Mr. McKenna, to amend the resolution to add the July 7, 2020, meeting to the schedule. This was accepted as friendly. A brief discussion followed concerning the first meeting in August be removed from the schedule and what impact that may have on Departments. Mr. Molino agreed to ask Department Heads tomorrow at their meeting and report back to the Government Operations Committee.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the 2020 regular meetings of the Tompkins County Legislature are as follows:
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. (NYSAC Conf. January 27-29) Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. (NYSAC Fall Conf. Sept. 30-Oct. 2) Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. (November 3 - Election Day) Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee will next meet on January 21st and will consider a resolution supporting a ban on Styrofoam by the State and discuss the EMC’s (Environmental Management Council) study on forest lands.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met December 20th and reviewed the activities of 2019
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and discussed personnel issues and retention and recruitment at the County. In addition the Public Information program was reviewed. He announced January 15th are the evaluations for two of the four Direct Reports.
Resolution No. 2020-9: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay - Finance Department (ID #9090)
This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Finance Department has recently had one resignation, at a total cost of $28,214 for terminal pay, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Fiscal Policy, Administrative Policy 05-02, Section 4.03-1 allows departments to be reimbursed for terminal pay from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to appropriate from the Contingent fund a total of $28,214 to be transferred to the Finance Department budget accounts as outlined below to reimburse this department for
their terminal-pay expenses, FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $28,214 TO: A1315.51000252 Director of Accounting Services $19,247 A1350.58800 Fringes $ 8,967 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-10: Request for Authorization to Extend the Additional One Percent Sales Tax Rate in Tompkins County (ID #9069)
Mr. Sigler supports this tax as it reaches students spending locally; however, he does not think heating oil and other similar necessities should be taxed.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Glenn Morey
WHEREAS, this Legislature in 1991, 1992, 1994, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, and 2017 requested and received authorization from the State of New York to
enact an additional one percent local sales tax in Tompkins County in addition to the three percent authorization that all New York State Counties possess by law, and WHEREAS, the current authorization received in 2017 expires November 30, 2020, and WHEREAS, this Legislature has been requested by the offices of Assemblyperson Lifton and
Senator O’Mara to forward any request for an extension of this authority when legislation can be timely prepared and submitted at the beginning of a session of the State legislature, and WHEREAS, the expiration of the additional one percent local sales tax would necessitate, (1) approximately $13 million in reductions in County expenditures, creating a major impact on the availability of services, or a 23 percent increase in County property tax rates, or some combination thereof, as well as (2) substantial sales tax revenue losses requiring spending reductions or tax increases for the City, towns, and villages of Tompkins County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That this Legislature requests that Assemblyperson Lifton, Senator Seward, Senator Helming and Senator
O’Mara sponsor and support legislation extending the authority of the Tompkins County Legislature to extend the additional one percent local sales tax in Tompkins County beyond November 30, 2020, based on the same terms and conditions included in previous legislation, to provide local property-tax
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on January 23rd and will continue discussing the County’s role in housing and housing services.
Complete Census Count Committee
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Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and heard several reports from various organizations interested in this effort and assisting the County. He spoke briefly of the State funds available in the amount of $135,000 the County hopes to receive to help with marketing efforts. He also commented that Tompkins County is in need of Census workers and encouraged the word be spread. He further commented on an e-mail he received from a Village of Groton official who had been turned down as an election worker due to being an elected official.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. Morey, Chair, said the Committee met on January 2nd to discuss interim parking recommendations at the North Tioga Street property as reported earlier by the County Administrator. The
County closed on that property January 3rd. The Committee will next meet February 13th. Mr. Klein said he hopes consideration will be given at some point for designated spaces for the
public.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met on December 19th and heard a detailed report from the
Criminal Justice Coordinator, Dave Sanders. The Legislature has made significant investments in alternatives-to-incarceration programs including new positions and programming. He reported the Jail numbers have gone down substantially and as of December 31st the number was 39. It appears the programs are working. The Committee also heard from Mr. Sanders on areas where there needs to be improvement identifying housing as one area. In addition there will need to be tracking of the Bail and Discovery Reform laws and what impact it has on the community. The Committee will next meet on January 16th and will hear a report from the Probation and Community Justice Department's rehabilitative model it is using. In response to Mr. Sigler, Mr. John said the County is required to have a Jail. The Commission of Corrections drives operational costs and it will need to look at its model as it relates to Bail and Discovery reform.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met today and reviewed its goals established in 2019
and said many were achieved. The Committee also had a presentation on the Solutions to End Homelessness Program (STEHP).
Resolution No. 2020-11: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Mandated Psychiatric Expenses - Mental Health Services Department (ID #9081)
Mr. Molino commented they will continue to monitor this and look at it again and report on it at the Budget retreat. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Forensics Psychiatric hospitalizations in State facilities due Mental Hygiene Law 730 are a mandated cost shared by the County and New York State, and
WHEREAS, an increase in the number of clients and average length of stay, has increased the amount due to cover the County share of the care, and WHEREAS, the Mental Health Services Department did not anticipate the increased volume of Forensic Psychiatric hospitalizations requiring extended stays in state facilities, and
WHEREAS, the Mental Health Services Department does not have adequate funds in the mandate account for these expenses, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following 2019 budget adjustment on his books:
FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 138,122 TO: 4390.54400 Program Expense $ 138,122
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December 17, 2019
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Recess
Mr. Sigler declared recess at 7:57 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:05 p.m.
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Election of Chair (continued)
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Mr. Morey, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to lift the motion to vote on the election of the Chair of the Legislature from the table. MOTION CARRIED. Hearing no further nominations, the following vote was taken by a show of hands on the Chair of the Legislature: Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane)
Anna Kelles - Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler)
No other motions were made and a revote was taken as follows by a show of hands:
Mike Lane - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison , Klein, Koreman, and Lane) Anna Kelles - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler) No other nominations or motions were made and it was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Morey, to adjourn the meeting. As a point of order, Mr. Klein questioned the term of office and that a Chair and Vice Chair shall serve one year or until a successor elected. He understands the Temporary Chair was selected, but asked about the Vice Chair’s position and if the individual was still considered the Vice Chair. Mr. Wood understands the language is somewhat ambiguous and said in the past that once a Temporary Chair is
selected that both positions of Chair and Vice Chair are vacant. In response to Ms. Koreman about selecting a Temporary Vice Chair, Mr. Wood said there is no process outlined in the Rules for one. It was noted that the Temporary Chair would act as the acting Chair and that Committees and meetings
would continue as is. Mr. Klein said he does not support the motion to adjourn as he believes the Legislature should be
voting to select a Vice Chair. A vote by show of hands resulted as follows on the motion to adjourn: Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane). MOTION TO ADJOURN FAILED. It was MOVED by Ms. Champion, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to vote on the Vice Chair of the Legislature. Ms. Robertson clarified that eight members were required to be present for quorum. She also reiterated that the election of Chair of the Legislature could affect someone’s interest in the Vice Chair
position. Ms. Dawson suggested that the two candidates interested in the Chair of the Legislature position be asked if they are interested in running for Vice Chair. Mr. John said he is uncomfortable with voting on a Vice Chair prior to electing a Chair of the
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Legislature as he believes the two positions are connected. Mr. Lane said he is interested in being Chair of the Legislature; however, he is not interested in being Vice Chair. Ms. Kelles believes there are people who might want to consider the Vice Chair position depending on who is Chair. Following discussion, Mr. Sigler declared recess at 8:19 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:29
p.m. A vote by show of hands resulted as follows on the motion to vote on the Vice Chair position:
Ayes - 6 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, and Lane); Noes - 8 (Legislators John, Kelles, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler). MOTION TO VOTE ON THE VICE CHAIR OF THE LEGISLATURE FAILED.
Adjournment
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Morey, to adjourn the meeting at 8:31 p.m. A vote by show of hands resulted as follows: Ayes - 13, Noes - 1 (Legislator Lane). MOTION TO ADJOURN CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mr. Sigler, Temporary Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Member Present
Amanda Champion Member Present
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present
Anna Kelles Member Present
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Member Present
Michael Sigler Temporary Chair Present
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Poets Laureate Dedication and Reading(s)
Mr. Sigler invited Legislator Champion to read a proclamation recognizing the past and present Poets Laureate, “celebrating our Poets Laureate by dedicating a plaque, now displayed in Legislature Chambers, to honor all our past, present, and future Poets Laureate". Past Poet Laureates in attendance
introduced themselves and thanked the Legislature for the recognition: Katharyn Howd Machan
Michelle Courtney Berry Jay Leeming Jack Hopper
Irene (Zee) Zahava At this time, Melissa Tuckey, Poet Laureate, read two poems.
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RESULT: ANNOUNCED
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Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Josh Friedman, Village of Trumansburg resident and Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) member, spoke in support of a community conference center. He said conference centers provide opportunities for visitors to explore new places; it also benefits the community and surrounding area in many ways and particularly non-profit organizations. Steve Headrick, President of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA), spoke in support of a community conference center and said a conference center has been a part of the City's Strategic Plan for several years. It is a key piece of Downtown's portfolio and would provide a great economic benefit to
the City and surrounding municipalities. He encouraged everyone to work together to make this happen. Kelli Cartmill, Town of Lansing resident and Chair of the STPB, spoke in support of a
community conference center. She said a community conference center would have a significant positive impact on all tourism-related businesses and entities and will also promote economic development.
Jennifer Karius, spoke about Leadership of the County Legislature. She has concerns as a Democrat by the division within the Democratic party and questioned why anyone would want to serve in a leadership position under these circumstances. She said leadership is critical and does not understand the particular individuals have not been put forward for leadership consideration.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Svante Myrick, City of Ithaca Mayor, said Mike Sigler has done a great job representing the County as Temporary Chair in this period of interim County leadership. He also spoke in support of a community conference center and said it would be important for business owners and would offer a good opportunity for diversity. Bill Goodman, Deputy Town of Ithaca Supervisor, reported the Town continues to work with the City on the green building project and energy code supplement to increase energy efficiency in new construction. The next phase will be the request of a grant to study how to improve energy efficiency of existing buildings. The Town should know in late Spring about whether the grant is successful. He also
reported that the Town is creating an ad hoc committee to look at a Green New Deal for the Town; they want to look at things the Town can work on for its operations as well as community-wide. Mr. Goodman reported the Town is continuing to work on the Gateway Trail and the final connection to the
future Black Diamond Trail. He hopes final designs are close so that bids can go out and construction can begin this year. Mr. Goodman said the Town is still working on short-term rental legislation and after several meetings with interested persons they have adjusted some of the ways to approach this issue. Mr. John thanked Mr. Goodman for his leadership on the trails. He also thanked the Town of Ithaca and the History Center for their work on the archives and said it is a good example of a community partnership. In response to Mr. Klein, Mr. Goodman said the Green New Deal being developed by the Town will likely be able to be used as a template by other municipalities. Ms. Robertson thanked Mr. Goodman for the Town's support of the Housing Fund. Mr. Goodman concluded his report, stating that projects he will be working on in his Deputy Supervisor role include sidewalks and sewer treatment systems. Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield Councilperson, provided an update on items taken up at the
Town's organizational meeting. He reported a proposal passed by a 4-1 at its organizational meeting to
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remove the Pledge of Allegiance from the meeting agenda.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Lane said the New York State Legislature is in session and has a proposal relating to Medicaid which is the largest unfunded mandate that the County is subjected to by the State. He said this is the only State that forces its counties to have real property tax to pay a significant share of Medicaid. He spoke of the Governor's Medicaid proposal that aims to trim back the growth to just three percent a year with local governments responsible for costs above that. Under the proposal, cities and counties would be responsible for covering any new costs that exceed the three-percent limit. He said New York is the most expensive State in the union for the cost of Medicaid and it is not the fault of counties. This
will likely be a big issue during this year's budget process. Ms. Champion said in the 2019 budget the County funded the Environmental Management
Council (EMC) $1,000 for its efforts relating to the plastic bag ban and at the end of last year they had 700 bags made that will be placed at various locations across the County as part of a gradual roll-out. They have also received donations of bags from the Lab of Orinthology and Wegmans that will help low-
income residents as the plastic bag ban goes into effect on March 1st. Ms. Koreman concurred with what Mr. Lane said about Medicaid and stated it is similar to how school districts are funded and it is an unfair burden to taxpayers. Ms. Koreman spoke in honor of yesterday being Martin Luther King, Jr., Day and a time when he was incarcerated in the Birmingham Jail. She said everyone has the moral responsibility to speak out and correct injustices and quoted from Dr. Martin Luther King: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly. Never again can we afford to live with the narrow, provincial "outside agitator" idea. Anyone who lives inside the United States can never be considered an outsider anywhere within its bounds.”
Ms. Robertson provided an update on what will be lobbied for at the New York State Association of Counties Conference next week, noting the primary topic will be the Airport bonding issue although
the Medicaid proposal needs further discussion and exploration. Ms. Kelles thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne and GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center) for
hosting the Martin Luther King, Jr., breakfast and said it was an opportunity to honor his life and legacy as well as people in the community who are doing his work.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
Mr. Sigler granted Mr. Lane permission to withdraw the resolution from the agenda entitled Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual 08-29: Personal Conduct. There were no resolutions added to the agenda.
Consent Agenda
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9107)
Ernest Warren Supreme Court Library Board of Trustees County Legislator - Deborah Dawson (Legislature recommends appointment to NYS); term expires October 2, 2021 Water Resources Council Amanda Champion - Legislator; term expires December 31, 2020 Soil and Water Conservation District - terms expire December 31, 2020 Deborah Dawson -Legislator representative
Dave McKenna - Legislator representative Community Mental Health Services Board
Thomas Lipa - term expires December 31, 2023 Youth Services Board
Lisa A. Monroe - Town of Enfield representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Environmental Management Council George Adams - Town of Danby representative; term expires December 31, 2021
Resolution No. 2020-12: Resolution Urging New York State to Ban the Use of Takeout Containers, Coffee Cups, and Loose Packing Materials Containing Expanded Polystyrene Foam, as Proposed by Governor Cuomo (ID #9133)
WHEREAS, expanded polystyrene foam (EPS foam) is manufactured from fossil fuels, requires intensive energy use, and generates greenhouse gas emissions to produce and ship, and WHEREAS, dirty EPS foam containers contaminate our recycling stream, thereby reducing the value of recycled materials in an already problematic market, and
WHEREAS, EPS foam does not biodegrade, but instead breaks down into some of the 22 million pounds of plastic that pollute the Great Lakes every year, and
WHEREAS, EPS foam is listed by the Department of Health and Human Services’ National Toxicology Program as “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen,” and is known to leach from food packaging containers into food and beverages, especially when exposed to heat, and
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WHEREAS, in response to these adverse environmental, public health, and solid waste disposal impacts, numerous municipalities, including New York City, as well as Albany, Dutchess, Nassau, Suffolk, and Ulster Counties, have enacted bans of EPS foam containers and materials, and WHEREAS, Maine and Vermont have enacted statewide bans on EPS foam containers, and WHEREAS, in December 2019, Governor Cuomo proposed a ban on the distribution and use of EPS foam containers for prepared food and drinks, as well as loose packing materials made of EPS foam, and
WHEREAS, a statewide ban on EPS foam would be far more effective, and less obstructive to commerce within New York State, than piecemeal bans enacted by counties and municipalities across the
State, and WHEREAS, a ban on EPS foam would be consistent with goals, policies, and practices already
adopted by the Tompkins County Legislature, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges speedy enactment and implementation of the ban on expanded polystyrene foam containers, cups, and packing materials proposed by Governor Cuomo, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo; Temporary President and Majority Leader of the Senate Andrea Stewart-Cousins; Senators Phil Boyle, Pamela Helming, Thomas O’Mara, and James Seward; Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie; Assembly Members Steve Englebright and Barbara Lifton; and the New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-13: Budget Re-appropriation of Funding Received in 2019 to the 2020 Budget for the Business Energy Advisors - New Construction Program (ID #9140)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a Business Energy Advisors (BEA) - New Construction program, formerly known as the Business Energy Navigator program, and WHEREAS, this program, in part, pays for energy consultant services to businesses considering new construction, expansion, or major renovation projects in Tompkins County, and, in part, for energy consultant services to the County as it implements the program, and WHEREAS, the County received funds in the amount of $35,000 from Tompkins County Area Development and $35,000 from the Park Foundation in 2019 to support energy consultant services to business participating in the BEA - New Construction program, and
WHEREAS, unexpended funds from that contribution total $45,543.75, and WHEREAS, these remaining funds will be used to continue support of the BEA - New Construction program for the year 2020, and
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WHEREAS, budget re-appropriations for funding carried forward from one year to another require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is directed to make the following adjustments to the 2020 budget: Revenues
A8020.42070 Contributions from Private Agencies $45,543.75 ======== TOTAL REVENUES $45,543.75
Expenditures A8020.54442 Professional Services $45,543.75 ========
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $45,543.75 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-14: Budget Adjustment for Business Energy Advisors (BEA) - New Construction Program (ID #9141)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has established a Business Energy Advisors (BEA) - New
Construction program, formerly known as the Business Energy Navigator program, and WHEREAS, this program, in part, pays for energy consultant services to businesses considering new construction, expansion, or major renovation projects in Tompkins County, and, in part, for energy consultant services to the County as it implements the program, and
WHEREAS, this program is funded by a combination of a NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) Clean Energy Communities Grant, financial support from Tompkins County Area Development and the Park Foundation, and County tax dollars, and
WHEREAS, the County was awarded a two-year grant from the Park Foundation for years 2019 -2021 in the amount of $70,000 to support expansion and continuation of the BEA - New Construction program, $35,000 of which will be received in 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2020 budget: Revenues A8020.42070 Contributions from Private Agencies $35,000 TOTAL REVENUES $35,000
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Expenditures A8020.54442 Professional Services $35,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $35,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-15: Budget Adjustment for Business Energy Advisors (BEA) - Lansing Program (ID #9142)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, HeatSmart Tompkins and Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) have
established a one-year pilot program in the Lansing, NY, natural gas moratorium area to help business owners and facility managers of existing commercial and industrial facilities understand and evaluate energy efficiency and renewable energy options, and WHEREAS, HeatSmart Tompkins and TCAD asked the Tompkins County Business Energy Advisors (BEA) program to manage the BEA - Lansing program, and WHEREAS, the County agreed to administer the BEA - Lansing program for the amount of $80,000, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality
Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments to the 2020 budget: Revenues A8020.42070 Contributions from Private Agencies $80,000 TOTAL REVENUES $80,000
Expenditures A8020.54442 Professional Services $80,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES $80,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-16: Authorization to Accept Triad Foundation Donation and Budget Adjustment - Sheriff's Office (ID #9108)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office has received a donation in the amount of
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$21,000 from Triad Foundation, Inc., for the use of purchasing equipment for our law enforcement/crime prevention services and public relations outreach, and WHEREAS, the Public Safety Committee supports the Triad Foundation Donation, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the donation from the Triad Foundation be accepted,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment to the 2020 budget: Revenue: A3113.42705 Gifts and Donations $21,000
Appropriation: A3113.52220 Department Equipment $21,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-17: Acceptance of Grant from Health Foundation for Western and Central New York-Age Friendly Center of Excellence (ID #9105)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has been chosen as a location in order to develop an Age Friendly Center of Excellence, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging, has previously collaborated with several local organizations to establish Age Friendly Ithaca and Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, this Age Friendly Center of Excellence initiative is designed to help communities and local governments incorporate healthy, age-friendly community principles into all relevant policies,
plans, ordinances, and programs, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Office for the Aging with its partners have begun to address Age Friendly principles and policies locally, this grant will continue these efforts, and assist in mentoring others throughout New York State, and
WHEREAS, the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York has awarded the Tompkins County Office for the Aging a grant of $99,989 for the period of November 1, 2019, to February 28, 2021, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County hereby accepts this grant of $99,989, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director is authorized to make the following adjustments to the 2020 books: REVENUE A6770-42070 Contribution from a Private Agency $85,705
APPROPRIATION A6770-51000215 Agency Director $5,271 A6770-51000278 Deputy Director $3,804 A6770-51000673 Principal Account Clerk\Typist $520 A6770-54400 Program Expense $36,041
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A6770-54412 Travel/Training $1,191 A6770-54442 Professional Services $34,286 A6770-58800 Fringe Benefits $4,592 RESOLVED, further, That the remainder, $14,284, will be included in the Office for the Aging’s 2021 budget. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-18: Award of Contract - Tompkins County Food Scrap Recycling - Recycling and Materials Management Department (ID #9126)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has set a goal of diverting 75% of solid waste by reducing,
reusing, recycling, and composting, and WHEREAS, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency at least 15% of the
municipal solid waste stream consists of food scraps, and WHEREAS, the County has sought private entities to process food scraps and to market the compost produced through a public-private partnership, and WHEREAS, only one private facility in the region is permitted to accept and process the anticipated volume of food scraps, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with P & S Excavating LLC (DBA Cayuga Compost), located in Trumansburg, NY, for food scrap recycling into compost for a term not less than
three (3) years beginning March 1, 2020, for a fee of $53 per ton with an option to renew the agreement for a subsequent three-year term, RESOLVED, further, That the funds are available in the Recycling and Materials Management Department budget Account 8163.54442. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-19: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with C&S Companies for Taxiway A & C Rehabilitation - Phase 1 - Construction Observation and Administration Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9130)
WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for Construction Observation and Administration Services of the Rehabilitation of Taxiway A - Phase 1 - at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the cost of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Construction Observation and Administration Services of the Rehabilitation of Taxiway A -
Phase 1 - is $149,500, which will be funded by Federal Funding, a New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Grant, and Passenger Facility Charges (PFC's), now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 2 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Construction Observation and Administration Services of the Rehabilitation of Taxiway A - Phase 1, be approved and financing of the contract is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant (90%) $134,550 New York State Grant (5%) $ 7,475 Passenger Facility Charges (PFC’s) (5%) $ 7,475
TOTAL AMOUNT $149,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the
required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the
appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion
Presentation: Proposed Green Street Conference Center by Gary Ferguson, Executive Director of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (ID #9114)
Gary Ferguson, Executive Director of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and Peggy Coleman, Vice President of Tourism and Community Relations, provided the Legislature with a presentation on the proposed Green Street Conference Center. Mr. Sigler asked that the figure on the benefits to the community slide and reference to $11.4 million in new local taxes over a 20-year period be double-checked. Ms. Robertson asked for a breakdown of taxes that would be produced by this project.
Ms. Kelles spoke of funding shortfalls and said she would want to know that there are a lot of contingencies in place before the County would be approached for funding. Mr. Ferguson said there are
several sets of reserves that are built into the pro forma. He briefly described some of the reserves and said the Housing and Economic Development Committee will receive a presentation this week that will go into detail about risk and risk mitigation.
Ms. Black commented that she needs more information about costs and what the financial request of the County will be, including the potential for escalating costs, more information about a regional conference center in Corning, and an awareness of the economy and potential changes in the economy, including a recession down the road. She said the County has a lot investments in the under consideration at this time and this size of a project causes her concern. Ms. Coleman said they, too, share concerns about the financing of this type of project and do not want the impact to be on the local taxpayer. She also commented that during recessions the one industry that shows growth is tourism.
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RESULT: COMPLETED
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Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mr. Sigler said as Temporary Chair of the Legislature he has been keeping everyone updated. He reported he attended a meeting with Cornell and will be going to Albany to lobby on behalf of the County
on the subjects of Medicaid. He spoke of Senator Jim Seward's retirement announcement and thanked him for what he has done for his constituents. He spoke of the sacrifices both Senator Seward and his family have made during his service.
Mr. Sigler said he attended the grand opening of the Airport and other events on behalf of the County. He thanked everyone for their support during this interim time. There were no appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino reviewed the process for the Human Rights Director position search. The panel unanimously recommended the permanent appointment of Dr. Kenneth Clarke as the Director of Human Rights. It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Granison, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to confirm the appointment of Dr. Kenneth Clarke to the position of Director of Human Rights. Mr. Molino said he will continue to look into the Medicaid issue that was mentioned earlier by
Mr. Lane. He also commented that he reached out to Frank Kruppa on the Coronavirus; a local advisory was put out to medical providers to make sure they are alert about travelers. He said contact has also been made with Cornell about this. Mr. Molino reported he met with Sheriff Osborne and Enfield
Supervisor McGee about the proposed Sheriff’s satellite station in the Town. A draft agreement is under review by the Town's attorney and he expects a proposal to come forward in the next month. Mr. Sigler congratulated Dr. Clarke and said he attended the Martin Luther King, Jr., breakfast at GIAC and said he appreciated Dr. Clarke’s contribution to the event.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Troy, Deputy County Attorney, had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder spoke of December sales tax and said it was higher than the previous December and the 4th quarter of 2019 was higher than the 2018 4th quarter; the year-to-date for 2019 is also higher than
2018. The full report will be provided at the next meeting. Mr. Snyder said he also received Moody's bond rating report; Tompkins County maintained an AA1 credit rating which is the highest rating any county in New York State has.
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Recess
Mr. Sigler declared recess at 7:45 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m.
Government Operations Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on January 17th and discussed Administrative Policy Manual updates that will be going back for further discussion. The Committee recommended
resolutions increasing the Legislature's travel and training budget and to amend the Legislature's meeting schedule by deleting the first meeting in August. It was reported that Pat Pryor, Public Information Advisory Board Chair, will be retiring. The Board needs to recruit new members as it has vacancies.
Resolution No. 2020-20: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Increase in Travel and Training Budget - Tompkins County Legislature (ID #9101)
In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Lane said it was the Committee's understanding that this may
not be sufficient and a request may need to be made later in the year. This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Legislature has a travel and training budget for Legislators to attend trainings
and conferences, and WHEREAS, the increases in this budget line over the years have been inadequate to address the increased interest by Legislators to attend conferences, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2019-297 amended the Rules of the Legislature and establishes a
process for the allocation of funding for travel and training for Legislators, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature would like to increase the budgeted amount for travel and training funds available for Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2020:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $5,000 TO: 1010.54412 Travel/Training $5,000
RESOLVED, further, That the fiscal target for the Tompkins County Legislature be adjusted
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee met today and received a report from the Environmental Management Council on the Forest Management Plan; this is the beginning of a lengthy discussion on the management of forests.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee held a special meeting on January 15th to conduct the
performance reviews for the County Administrator and Finance Director. The Committee met again on January 17th and discussed many things related to Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3), including a lawsuit brought forward by retired TC3 executives and health insurance coverage. He said he
forwarded an e-mail about this to all Legislators. Mr. Lane reported enrollment for the College is not good at TC3 as well as other community colleges; this is something that will need to be monitored.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on January 22nd. She thanked Irene Kehoe, Assistant Director of Assessment, and Christina Dravis who worked at the Department of Emergency Response for planning and holding a Reading and Discussion program that dealt with "Standing Down: From Warrior to Civilian" that dealt with Veterans and people who have served. She spoke with people who thought it was a good topic that had a very engaging discussion. She thanked everyone who has been keeping this important program going and encouraged Legislators and others to get involved in planning and rolling out this program.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will next meet on January 23rd and will discuss the community conference center proposal and the questions that were raised earlier in the meeting. She also thanked Deputy County Administrator Amie Hendrix for taking on the initiative of putting together a list of the housing services the County is involved in.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The
Committee will meet next on February 5th. Mr. Sigler thanked Ms. Champion for reaching out to the Town of Lansing about the Census. Ms. Champion said this outreach effort will be extended to all Towns and Villages in Tompkins County. The new Partnership Specialist in Tompkins County is Rich Bennett;
he is willing to go to any municipal meeting and provide information.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. Morey, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Public Safety Committee
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Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee met on January 16th and received a presentation from Pat Buechel, Director of Probation and Community Justice, on the model used by the Department in people under supervision which is called the Responsivity Risk Principle. The Committee also discussed emergency radios and received an update on Bail Reform and Discovery Reform that went into effect on January 1st. Mr. John said the Jail population continues to be low.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. She reported on resolutions that will be going to the NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) Conference and said she will distribute to all Legislators. The next meeting will be February 7th at 9 a.m.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee met on January 16th and recommended resolutions that were approved under the Consent Agenda. The Customs Building at the Airport is 85% done and is
expected to be complete by Spring. There was a public meeting with discussion of the Freese Road Bridge that was attended by Legislators Robertson and Lane. Ms. Robertson said there was report outs by the Engineers and the Department of Transportation; the meeting was well-attended by the public. There
was a lot of dissatisfaction of the options being considered by the Town and the lack of response to comments that have been submitted. The Town has asked for another round of comments by this Friday. Ms. Robertson said this is unsettled at this point at the Town level.
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Unfinished Business
Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the Legislature
Mr. Sigler said it is important to recognize that the County has very good departments and things are running well under the current circumstances. He said it is not his intent to exacerbate any strife within this body and feels it is this Legislature's job to choose its leadership and that it should not be placed on the County Clerk. He said he will be appointing Ms. Robertson to serve on committees during this interim basis as she is not a member of any at this time. He will take action to fill necessary positions on a temporary basis until a decision is made by this body. At this time he opened nominations for Chair of the Legislature.
Mr. Klein nominated Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Granison. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne nominated Ms. Kelles, seconded by Mr. Morey.
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As there were no further nominations Mr. Sigler closed nominations. The following vote was taken by a show of hands for Chair of the Legislature for 2020: Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane) Anna Kelles - Ayes - 7 (Legislators John, Kelles, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey,
Robertson, and Sigler) It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Koreman, to Reconsider the appointment of
Temporary Chair of the Legislature. Mr. Klein expressed concern that the Temporary Chair would be taking action that would impact
the Legislature for the entire year. Mr. Sigler committed to not making any decisions the Legislature would be bound to. Ms. Robertson said the Legislature is being represented by Mr. Sigler during this time and he has done a good job communicating with Legislators. Mrs. Covert clarified that appointments are brought to the full Legislature. Ms. Koreman said she supported the appointment of Mr. Sigler at the previous meeting because she thought it was going to be more temporary than it has been. Mr. John felt this action would further complicate matters and would not support the motion.
On motion of Ms. Koreman and unanimously adopted, the Question was called. A vote by show of hands on the motion to reconsider the appointment of Temporary Chair resulted as follows: Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, and McBean-Clairborne); Noes - 7 (Legislators Champion, John, Klein, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and
Sigler). MOTION FAILED.
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Adjournment
It was MOVED by Mr. Sigler, seconded by Mr. Granison, to adjourn at 8:44 p.m. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 11, Noes - 3 (Legislators Champion, Kelles, and McBean-Clairborne). MOTION TO ADJOURN CARRIED.
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Call to Order
Mr. Sigler, Temporary Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Member Present
Amanda Champion Member Present
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present
Anna Kelles Member Present
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Excused
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Member Present
Michael Sigler Temporary Chair Present
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Legislator Granison read a proclamation declaring February 2020 to be African American History Month in Tompkins County. In honor of African American Month, Mr. Sigler introduced a musical performance by Naya
Griles, Maria Ellis-Jordan, and Oliver Scott performing His Eye is on the Sparrow.
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mr. Sigler announced an executive session will be held later in the meeting to discuss real estate
negotiations.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Alex Hyland, City of Ithaca resident, stated he is currently an unemployed electrician. He spoke
about the failure of the Legislature to represent working people. He would like the Legislature to exercise oversight over agencies the County funds. Kelly Cartmill, Village of Cayuga Heights resident and Chair of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment
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from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. She spoke of the importance of the project in the community and said the STPB has heard support for the project from many of its tourism partners. Tim Gammas, Coltivare restaurant representative, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. He said it will promote revenues across all downtown business and will allow downtown to flourish all year-round.
Teri Tarshus, General Manager of the Hilton Garden Inn, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project.
Dwayne Cain, Hilton Garden Inn employee, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference
Center Project. Mr. Cain spoke of the benefits a conference center would provide to workers. Jon, an employee in the hospitality industry, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. He said it will provide better and more gainful employment for the many people who need more job security and benefits. Cathy Hart, General Manager of Ithaca Marriott, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. She spoke of the benefits to employees that will come from the conference center project.
Deirdre Kurzweil, City of Ithaca resident and Sunny Days of Ithaca representative, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. She spoke of the benefits a conference center will bring to businesses downtown as a result of increased foot traffic that is essential. Andrew Kerr, Ithaca resident and Canopy by Hilton representative, spoke in support of the
Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. He spoke of the costs associated with employee turnover and the impact turnover has on staff morale. Joseph Galeotalanza, Lansing resident and Canopy by Hilton representative, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. He also spoke of the costs associated with employee turnover and the impact turnover has on staff morale. Peggy Coleman, representative of the Ithaca Convention and Visitors Bureau, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed
Community Conference Center Project. Ms. Coleman said there are many benefactors from these kinds of projects, including theatres, galleries, payroll companies, bakeries, farms, wineries, local artists, and utility companies. Stephanie Meyer, Ithaca resident and Boyce Thompson Institute representative and the Hanger Theatre, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from
Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. She spoke of the many benefits to
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the community including cultural. Legislator Rich John read the following statement submitted by City of Ithaca resident Fay Gougakis: “Very concerned about the Post Office leaving its current downtown location in the City of Ithaca. “Watched the caucuses last night. We need to look at how modern technology is being used; it is
the app that caused the problems and not the volunteers. It wasn’t a problem until technology came into the picture. The dependence on technology in its current form is not secure as well as it not being physically safe for the public, something that society has generally not accepted. Technologies are
moving fast that we are becoming dependent on them before being aware of the consequences. We need to have this discussion now as a society before it’s too late.”
Mack Travis, Seneca County resident and developer in the Ithaca area, spoke in support of the Resolution entitled Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County Proposed Community Conference Center Project. He spoke of the Legislature’s history of being visionary and said “if we don’t risk we don’t grow”. The project needs to move forward and needs the Legislature’s support.
Moment of Silence
Mr. Sigler reported the passing of Frank Rhodes, past President of Cornell University. He spoke of his legacy with his family and Cornell and asked for a moment of silence in honor of Mr. Rhodes memory.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Kathryn Servoss, Town of Dryden Board, said the Board is working on its 2020 Comprehensive Plan. The Town has a new website that is now available. Public input sessions will be coming up soon and she encouraged people to come and get engaged. She provided an update on bridge projects that are underway in the Town. The South George Road bridge project will begin in a few weeks and the final
public meeting regarding the Freese Road bridge was held and that project will be moving forward. She said the Town would like to resume conversations with the County about a local match on these projects.
Bob Lynch, Town of Enfield, said the Town’s highway solar project is being rebid. George McGonigal, Common Council member, said when he first came to the City in the 1980’s
there was a lot more foot traffic but that has significantly changed. He hopes it can be changed back and thinks it would benefit everyone. Common Council will meet tomorrow and will be considering the conference center proposal; noting there hasn’t been a lot of time to review the proposal. A lot of faith is being put into a study that may be good but it is just one study. He questioned whether the $5 million from the State would be enough, noting it is only one-fifth of the cost. The City will also be discussing changes in regulations around ADU’s (accessory dwelling units); right now current ordinances make it easy to build a second full size unit on a property but difficult to build an ADU. The City is trying to make it more difficult to build a second owner-occupied property but easier to build an ADU.
Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion
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Frank Kruppa, Public Health Director, provided the Legislature with an update on the Coronavirus. In response to Ms. Black about the current case being investigated, Mr. Kruppa said if there is a case identified it wouldn’t change much of what is already being done; what would change is communications to the public. In response to Ms. Koreman, he cautioned everyone to pay attention to what information is being released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Pets are not a risk at this time and likely will not become at risk.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: McBean-Clairborne
Appointment(s) (ID # 9139)
Southern Tier 8 Regional Board Heather McDaniel - Tompkins County Area Development representative; term expires December 31, 2021 Climate and Sustainable Energy Advisory Board - Terms expires December 31, 2021 Terrance Carroll Sara Culotta Brian Eden
Evan Hallas Anthony Ingraffea Robert Morache Elliana Pfeffer Alexander Rakow Irene Weiser
Resolution No. 2020-21: 2019 Budget Adjustment - TET-NDWG (Trade and Economic Transition - National Dislocated Worker Grant) - Tompkins County Office of Employment and Training (ID #9112)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and
WHEREAS, the TET-NDWG (Trade and Economic Transition - National Dislocated Worker
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Grant) has funds that were not originally budgeted, and WHEREAS, a Dislocated Worker is someone who has been laid off or received a layoff notice from a job; or receives unemployment benefits as a result of being laid off and is unlikely to return to a previous occupation; or was self-employed but is now without work due to economic conditions or national disaster; or is the spouse of an active duty members of the Armed Forces and lost employment as a result of relocating because of permanent duty station change; or is the spouse of an active duty member of the Armed Forces, is also unemployed or underemployed, and finding difficulty in obtaining or upgrading employment; or is a displaced homemaker, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following 2019 budget adjustment on his books:
Tompkins County Office of Employment and Training Revenue Acct Title Amt Approp Acct Title(s)
6292.44784 TET-NDWG $ 650 6292.54472 Telephone 6292.44784 TET-NDWG $ 300 6292.54303 Office Supplies 6292.44784 TET-NDWG $ 1,200 6292.52230 Computer Software 6292.44784 TET-NDWG $ 5,000 6292.51000049 Project Assistant 6292.44784 TET-NDWG $27,290 6292.51000761 Workforce Dev. Specialist 6292.44784 TET-NDWG $13,214 6292.58800 Fringe TOTAL $47,654 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-22: Authorizing 2020-1 Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Grant Application for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) and Tompkins County (ID #9109)
WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to
make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5307 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 Urban Formula program, with responsibilities to propose FTA-funded projects to the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council
(I-TCTC) (after coordinating with public transportation providers) and to select projects from the I-TCTC Transportation Improvement Program for inclusion in FTA grants, and WHEREAS, the FTA fund sources for the 2020-1 Section 5307 Grant is as follows:
2019 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding (partial) $829,000
, and WHEREAS, the County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.), agreed to the projects selected for inclusion in the 2020-1 grant from the I-TCTC’s 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program, as amended, as follows:
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Project Federal State Total
Operating Assistance
(TCAT)
$829,000 $829,000 $1,658,000
, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or his designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2020-1 Section 5307 Grant with a total budget of $1,658,000including Federal and New York State fund sources, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to sign: 1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project.
3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT, Inc., and any third-party subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-23: Accepting and Committing to Participate in Implementation of the Tompkins County Economic Development Strategy 2.0 (2020 to 2024) (ID #9135)
WHEREAS, in 1997, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives charged Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD) with the preparation of an Economic Development Strategy to guide countywide activities related to economic development and provide an agenda for positive action, and WHEREAS, the Economic Development (ED) Strategy prepared for Tompkins County was accepted by the County Board of Representatives in July 1999, and WHEREAS, TCAD initiated a planning process to update the ED Strategy in 2005, and the
Tompkins County Legislature accepted the 2006 Economic Development Strategy for Tompkins County, dated July 18, 2006, as a guide to continuing and future economic development initiatives and activities intended to benefit all residents of Tompkins County in the years to come, and
WHEREAS, TCAD initiated a planning process to update the ED Strategy in 2014, involving about one hundred fifty civic, business, and citizen leaders coupled with a research component to provide
in-depth information and background data and was coordinated with the revisions to the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan, Planning for our Future 2015, and
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WHEREAS, The Tompkins County Legislature accepted the Tompkins County Economic
Development Strategy 2015 to 2020 dated March 31, 2015, as a guide to continuing and future economic development initiatives and activities intended to benefit all residents of Tompkins County in the years to come, and WHEREAS, TCAD initiated a mini update of the 2015 strategy in 2019 to coincide with the five-year review of the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The foundation of this review was a series of interviews with members of the Economic Development Collaborative and other key stakeholders along with an update of the original data. The goals and objectives established in the original strategy continue
to provide a solid framework to guide our aspirations and efforts for economic development in Tompkins County. A new value, as well as new objectives and tactics were added to the updated strategy, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a record of taking a comprehensive approach to economic development and fostering collaboration to achieve planning and development goals, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby accepts the Tompkins County Economic Development Strategy 2.0 (2020-2024), as a guide to continuing and future economic development initiatives and activities intended to benefit all residents of Tompkins County in the years to come, RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County pledges to participate in strategies and collaborate with stakeholders to implement the Tompkins County Economic Development Strategy 2.0 (2020-2024). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Resolution No. 2020-24: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Solutions to End Homelessness Program (STEHP) Expansion – Department of Social Services (ID #9110)
This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has utilized its “Solutions To End Homelessness Program” grant to contract with Tompkins Community Action for the provision of temporary rental assistance to vulnerable community members since 2011, with the County Legislature providing an additional $42,000 in local funds for the same purpose each year since 2018, and
WHEREAS, this temporary rental assistance has been successful in both averting homelessness
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(through the ‘Housing Loss Prevention’ sub-program) and in moving homeless persons out of the emergency shelter and motels and into permanent housing (through the ‘Rapid Re-housing’ sub-program), and WHEREAS, each of these programs experienced a significant increase in approved applicants at the end of 2019, and WHEREAS, in consequence of the above, the combined State grant and local funds which Social Services currently is authorized to expend through September 2020 already are fully committed to assist
specific eligible households, and WHEREAS, more local funding will be required for the programs to serve any additional eligible
households which apply before the next grant year begins in October 2020, and WHEREAS, having additional spending authority also will help to determine the level of ongoing
need for these services in our community, and WHEREAS, the sum of $175,000 will allow the Department to make future rental assistance commitments to new intakes for a few more weeks, during which time an analysis of the partially-offsetting local cost savings that will follow from fewer, shorter stays in the emergency homeless shelter will be completed, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance shall make the following adjustment to Social Services’ 2020 Budget:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $175,000 TO: A6010.54400 Admin: Program Expense $175,000 RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Social Services’ 2020 Budget be authorized to increase the maximum value of its contract with Tompkins Community Action accordingly. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
Resolution No. 2020-25: Establishing a Conceptual Fiscal Commitment from Tompkins County for the Proposed Community Conference Center Project (ID #9165)
Ms. Kelles explained the County’s support is conditional based on the City’s action and the development of an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). This action will allow the process to move forward. She called attention to the impact this will have on workers in the hospitality industry and the impact on other grant programs, particularly the ACOD (Arts and Culture Organizational Development) grants. Mr. John said his family moved here in 1965 and recalled the area of the commons before it was the Commons. He spoke of the things that have worked and said there have been community efforts such as the Tompkins Center for History and Culture and the State Theatre. This is a large commitment of tax
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payer money from the County. He further commented that this will come back to the County for a vote. This directs County staff to clarify the details of the proposal. He thinks this has to be looked at carefully but believes it should move ahead at this point. Ms. Dawson wants to be sure the tax dollars come from hotel room tax and not property tax. Ms. Kelles clarified that this comes from room tax growth. Room tax is paid by visitors and property tax is paid by locals. It is important that this distinction be clear.
Mr. Klein said the real issue is that the County is guaranteeing that if the funding for the conference center comes up short the County would cover the shortfall. He said the conference center would be backed up by the City and County and not the hotels themselves. He said $1.9 million each year
for the next 30 years would be needed to keep the conference center functioning. Ms. Champion agreed with many of Mr. Klein’s comments and is uncomfortable with the County
being responsible for this financially if it doesn’t work out. She doesn’t think this will benefit everyone throughout the County as has been stated. She said it is not known how much the increased room tax will be and that makes her uncomfortable. She appreciates the work that has been done on this but feels it has been rushed and wishes it had gone through the Legislature’s committee process. In reference to Mr. Granison’s question about guidelines, Mr. Molino said the resolution is broad and gives a nod of confidence for putting support behind the project. This Legislature will need to take further action before any County funds can be committed, this does not bind the County. Ms. Kelles said there have been no proposals for the adjustments in the use of room tax. The County would be part of the negotiation for setting the MOU. Studies have been done and a gap shown
for funding for the operating of the conference center. The committee has developed a system to address an expected shortfall but would also establish four reserve funds as well as an annual investment into those reserve funds. As far as the process, it is important to note that this came to the Housing and Economic Development Committee twice. At the last meeting the Committee asked for additional information and it was recognized that the resolution would come forward as a member-filed resolution. She agreed that people would not stay in municipalities outside the City but the question of whether the
increased room tax and property tax would benefit all County residents. Ms. Robertson said the City is part of the County, with City residents being about a third of the County’s population. This is a generational moment and time for this to happen. She said many other entities are sharing the costs and the risks, and the County should participate as well. Mr. Lane said he has struggled with this decision, stating he respects many who spoke this evening and agrees a conference center is needed. Although he has been a longtime supporter of economic development, he is troubled by the County being the “backstop” for the funding of this project and how quickly this has come forward.
Ms. Koreman said she is in favor of having a conference center in the City and thinks it will help revitalize the heart of Ithaca. Having a stable, vibrant downtown Ithaca will help the County overall. She spoke of the environmental impact of the building and asked how energy efficient it would be. She also raised the importance of operators paying a living wage. She would also like to know if local labor will be used for this project.
Ms. Black thanked the people who spoke this evening and said the comments had an impact on
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her as she has been going back and forth on her decision. She said she would like to see an investment in the hotel chains located around the Commons. She will not support anything that takes funds from the property taxes. She also understands this is support to move forward with a process, not a vote for the project. Ms. Dawson said it is not clear what the Legislators are being asked for other than a willingness to it and to negotiate in good faith with the City. In order to facilitate the process of moving forward she is willing to vote in favor of it. She hopes the Legislature won’t be rushed to decide on an agreement with the City.
Mr. Molino will be doing an assessment of risk and exposure. He said if the Legislature wants to move forward with discussion it will be fair and reasonable with partners and that there are contingencies
in place to minimize risk and exposure as much as possible. He has a responsibility to ensure that reasonable recommended agreements are put forward and a commitment to make sure the Legislature is not bound to something in the future that it cannot afford.
Mr. Granison spoke about the reserve fund and said it cannot be studied. He expressed an interest tabling the resolution. Ms. Kelles addressed many of the questions raised and said the pro forma was designed specifically to not just address reserves but to fill a gap that is estimated. She also spoke of the evaluation of success of other conference centers and gave Buffalo and Saratoga Springs as being examples of very successful. She also said the City’s Green Building Code will address many of Ms. Koreman's concerns. In addition, the Labor Unions came out in unanimous support of the Vecino project. Mr. Sigler gave credit to former Legislator Stu Stein who created the room tax. He said the intent
of the room tax is to bring people into the County but many of the arts programs do not do that. He said this is a covenant with the hotels stating that we are going to spend these funds wisely. He said although there has been a statement about the desire for this to go to committee he thinks there has been enough information and meetings about this that he feels informed. He supports moving forward at this point and drafting the MOU for consideration.
Mr. John said there is a financial risk but there has been a lot of work done on financial modeling. There are many ancillary benefits and many reasons why communities move forward with conference centers. Ms. Kelles said she would also like to see all jobs in the conference center paid a living wage. It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Robertson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to Call the Question. It was MOVED by Mr. Granison, seconded by Ms. Champion, to Table the resolution. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 10, Noes - 3 (Legislators Champion, Granison, and Lane); Excused - 1
(Legislator McBean-Clairborne). MOTION TO TABLE FAILED.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [9 TO 4]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Rich John, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman,
Michael Lane, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Amanda Champion, Henry Granison, Daniel Klein, Glenn Morey
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, a Conference Center Organizing Committee comprised of multiple stakeholder groups including Tompkins County, the City of Ithaca, the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce, the
Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA), the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA), the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), Tompkins County Area Development (TCAD), and the local hotel industry has been meeting regularly for over a year to create a financially feasible and operationally sound strategy for developing and funding a conference center project, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the importance of the tourism and hospitality economy to Tompkins County as a major economic sector, which in 2018 generated $227 million in economic activity, over $16.7 million in local taxes, supported $746 per household in property tax savings, and supported over 2,600 in direct local jobs, and WHEREAS, two market demand and feasibility study projects were performed in the last year, approved by the Tompkins County Legislature and funded through County Tourism Program funds, and both of these studies demonstrated the market demand for a new conference center in Ithaca and projected
the appropriate size and capacity of the center, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature approved and funded, through County Tourism
Program funds, a consulting engagement between the CVB and Civitas to assist in the creation of a viable and reliable lodging industry stream of income for a conference center project, and WHEREAS, a successful Community Conference Center project will be an asset for Tompkins County resulting in significant increased room tax and sales tax revenues, the addition of new direct and indirect jobs; significant economic impact beyond center operations through the purchase of supplies and services; an estimated 22,000 new room nights county-wide as well as annual visitation of over 63,000 after center operations are stabilized in year five, and WHEREAS, recognizing the economic development value to the County and Southern Tier Region, the State of New York has awarded the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce Foundation a $5.0 million grant through Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council to establish base equity in support of the Community Conference Center project, and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Downtown Ithaca Alliance has voted to support and endorse possible ownership of the project and, if required, will provide a baseline guarantee of fiscal support up to $25,000 per year to ensure that lease payment obligations are met, and
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WHEREAS, it is anticipated that Vecino Group would own the Green Street Garage property and enter into a 30-year lease with the DIA for the conference center portion of the project and that the DIA would hire a professional operator to run the center, and WHEREAS, a municipal financial guarantee has also been requested from the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County for the approximate annual $1.5M lease payment for the duration of the debt project financing period to secure project financing for the Community Conference Center, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is willing to establish a hotel room occupancy tax to support the
financing and operations of the center as well as create, and annually increase, multiple reserve funds to protect all project partners from risk or liability related to the project, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is willing to establish a City tourism improvement district (TID), which has been identified as a secondary option in lieu of hotel room occupancy tax for generating the required revenues from the lodging industry for the conference center, and
WHEREAS, the Convention and Visitors Bureau will market the conference center using annual operating support from sales and marketing resources established for the conference center operations in its pro forma and funded by the new room tax or TID annual funding source, and WHEREAS, the project plan includes the development and long-term management of several reserve funds to be supported by the City of Ithaca hotel room occupancy tax or TID that would serve to protect all involved parties, including: · Operating Reserve Fund - to provide assurance to operator during years when the annual operating loss exceeds revenues for direct conference center operations
· FF&E/Capital Replacement Fund - to ensure replacement, repair, and replenishment as needed of all furnishing, fixtures, and equipment of the conference center · Rental Reserve Fund - to ensure additional protection for DIA to mitigate any cash flow concerns and ensure two months of lease payments are available to DIA at all times · Developer Operating Reserve Fund - to be established and held by Vecino as required by their lender, and maintained to equal two months’ rent throughout lease term, and
WHEREAS, all aforementioned reserve funds will be managed by the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, or its subsidiary, as project owner; and DIA or its subsidiary shall report the balances of each fund to Tompkins County on at least a quarterly basis, and WHEREAS, County commitment to the Community Conference Center project is contingent on the City of Ithaca passing a companion resolution in support of the project and outlining their role as a project guarantor and on the drafting and County approval of a fiscal agreement between the County, City, and DIA where the fiscal allotments are agreed upon by all parties, and WHEREAS, the final fiscal agreement between the County, City of Ithaca, and DIA will come to
the County Legislature for final approval, and WHEREAS, there is a deadline of February 6, 2020, for the IURA, in consultation with Vecino Group, to decide whether the Community Conference Center project has a financially feasible and implementable plan for moving forward as part of the overall Green Street Garage project, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature supports the development of a Community Conference Center, subject to the establishment of a City of Ithaca hotel room occupancy tax or a TID to secure funds for annual operating expenses, marketing, and reserve fund investments, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature does hereby express its willingness to enter into an agreement with the City of Ithaca to support a portion of the City’s financial guarantee for the annual project lease payments throughout the life of the lease, RESOLVED, further, That should the new City of Ithaca hotel room occupancy tax or TID
revenues not cover annual lease payments, and all reserve funds are depleted, and the DIA financial support is exhausted, the Tompkins County Legislature will commit revenues from County hotel room occupancy tax for the purposes of generating additional funds to support a portion of the City financial
guarantee for annual project lease payments, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature requests County staff to continue its
work with the conference center organizing committee to ensure the best possible project is planned, developed, and operated on behalf of the residents of Tompkins County and continue a regular review of fiscal health of the project to report and advise the Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino reported on the search process for the Director of Workforce Development and asked the Legislature to confirm the recommendation of Natalie Branosky. It was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Robertson, to confirm the appointment of Natalie Branosky as the Director of Workforce Development effective February 24, 2020.
Recess
Mr. Sigler declared recess at 8:06 p.m. The reconvened at 8:17 p.m.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
There was no report or appointments.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Robertson reported NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) announced a lobby
event next week. She provided an update from meetings she attended at last week's NYSAC conference and said a broad range of issues were discussed. She was able to speak with the New York State Comptroller and the Attorney General about the Alcohol and Drug Council’s contracts; they had been
held up, but now those contracts are finally moving and should be on track. She spoke about the Governor’s proposals including Medicaid; there was universal concern and opposition to the Governor's proposal. Mr. Molino spoke of meetings that have taken place with State representatives including one about the Airport’s bond issue. An amendment to a local finance law was requested to allow a 30-year
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bond issue. Bills are being submitted to the Assembly and Senate and he hopes a special Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting can be held on February 18th to move home rule resolution forward. He expressed appreciation to Assemblywoman Lifton and her staff who have been helpful. Ms. Koreman thanked John Hertzler for his service to the Ulysses Town Board. She announced Liz Thomas who became involved with the Town in 2004, will be stepping down as Ulysses Town Supervisor effective February 21st. Mr. Klein spoke of services offered by Lifelong offering free tax preparation clinics for
individuals 60 years or older, disabled, income up to $34,000, or family members with income below $643,000.
Mr. Sigler congratulated all of the participants in the scholastic arts awards that were held last weekend in Elmira.
Mr. Lane said more awards need to be put forth for the Distinguished Youth Award. Mrs. Covert said she has been in contact with Cayuga Radio and an e-mail to Legislators will be going out in the next day or two asking for nominations for the award.
Report from County Administrator (continued)
Mr. Molino provided the Legislature a detailed presentation utilizing information received from the NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) Conference on the State budget and managing challenges in particular, Medicaid. Mr. Sigler suggested a working group of interested Legislators get together to meet with the County Administrator to generate suggestions on ways to address this issue at the lobby day being held next week. He asked that he be contacted by those interested.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder provided the following summary report: 1. December 2019 Sales Tax Report
The County’s portion of sales tax distributions for December was up 8.98% compared to last year.
As of the end of December, year-to-date tax distributions for the County’s portion total $38,943,735, compared to $37,190,459 in 2018. This represents an increase of $1,753,276 year-over-year, or 4.71%. This exceeds our budget for the year by $2,660,228. 2. 4th Quarter Sales Tax Report
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The County's portion of sales tax distributions for the 4th Quarter of 2019 was up 6.71% compared to last year. This was the highest 4th Quarter on record. For the year, the County came in at $2,660,228 over budget, or at 107.3% of budget (Gross Sales Tax budget). This was the highest year for the County. 3. Casino Revenue Report - 4th Quarter 2019 The County's portion of Casino Gaming receipts for the 4th Quarter of 2019 was up 0.3%
compared to last year. Each quarters’ receipts were up in 2019. Y-T-D receipts are up $79,498 or 4.1%. 2019 2018 2017
1st Qt $489,170.44 $457,840.50 $ 369,452.03 2nd Qt $532,070.17 $486,732.02 $ 453,885.12 3rd Qt $523,345.71 $522,105.57 $ 467,338.45
4th Qt $491,003.90 $489,413.86 $ 436,350.48 $2,035,590.22 $1,956,091.95 $1,727,026.08 Budget for 2019 Fiscal Year: $1,200,000.00 So, we came in $835,590 over budget for fiscal year 2019. Mr. Snyder also reported on the sale of the bonds and BANS last week. The interest rate for long-term bonds came in at 1.4% and the BANS came in at 1.1%. A full report on this will be provided at a future meeting.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee met and received a forestry report from the Environmental Management Committee and started a discussion. She thinks there will be solutions found
that will be agreeable to everyone.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the next
meeting is scheduled for February 21st.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Mr. Molino said the Committee met and there was a discussion of the Diversity Award; it will be
brought back to the next meeting for further discussion. The Committee also continued its review of the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer position.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, had no report.
Complete Census Count Committee
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Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and learned the State is rejecting all the proposals originally submitted in December for the grant funding allocated to counties for the Census. The State has changed the grant program and now counties are being required to contract with non-profit agencies through a Request for Qualifications process. He also said at the last meeting it was reported the County will have two new census specialists. The Committee discussed having a press conference and inviting elected officials to participate in March.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. Morey, Chair, had no report. The Committee will next meet on February 13th.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will meet next on February 20th.
He reported the IDA (Industrial Development Agency) will meet tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. and said the Committee will be discussing the City Harbor application.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on February 7th and will be discussing 2019 achievements.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on February 20th. The Committee met briefly this evening to recommend the resolution on the agenda.
Resolution No. 2020-26: Award of Bid – Fire Alarm Replacement at Various County Buildings Project (ID #9167)
A friendly amendment to add "including installing carbon monoxide detectors" in the first Whereas as recommended by the Committee was accepted.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: David McKenna, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Finance Department has duly advertised for bids for the Fire Alarm Replacement (including installing carbon monoxide detectors) at Various County Buildings Project which includes work at the Mental Health Building, Main Courthouse, and Old Courthouse, and WHEREAS, two (2) bids were received and publicly opened and read on January 28, 2020, now
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therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the base bid plus Alternate No. 1 (Fire Alarm System for Old Courthouse) be accepted and awarded to the lowest responsible bidder as follows: Electrical Contract Matco Electric Corporation $425,700 Vestal, New York
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into a contract with the successful contractor and to execute change orders of up to ten (10) percent of the contract total,
RESOLVED, further, That the Facilities Department be authorized to implement this bid on behalf of the County, funds being available in Capital Account No. HB1608.59239.16.08. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Government Operations Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee will next meet on February 6th.
Resolution No. 2020-27: Amendment of Resolution No. 8 of 2020 - Establishing 2020 Meeting Dates (ID #9132)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 8 of 2020 established the 2020 meetings of the Tompkins County Legislature, and
WHEREAS, at the time of adoption, the Government Operations Committee was asked to revisit the schedule and consider eliminating the August 4, 2020, meeting, and WHEREAS, the Government Operations Committee found that eliminating the August 4, 2020, meeting would not create any issues or concerns for County departments, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Resolution No. 8 of 2020 be amended to eliminate the August 4, 2020, regular meeting of the Tompkins County Legislature from the 2020 schedule. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-28: Appropriation from Contingent Fund – Replacement Pay – Assessment Department (ID #9128)
This resolution was adopted by a short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Department of Assessment has had an employee out on disability since September 25, 2019, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County Fiscal Policy allows for replacement pay to the Department from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, and
WHEREAS, the Department of Assessment is headed into their exemption filing season that requires a fully staffed front office to serve the public, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation for 2020:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $6,837 TO: A1355.51000768 Asst. Assessment Account Spec. $4,624 A1355.58800 Fringes $2,213 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
January 21, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
Unfinished Business
Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the Legislature
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At this time Mr. Sigler opened nominations for Chair of the Legislature. Mr. Klein nominated Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Granison. Mr. McKenna nominated Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Robertson. As there were no further nominations Mr. Sigler closed nominations. The following vote was taken by a show of hands for Chair of the Legislature for 2020:
Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane)
Anna Kelles - Ayes - 6 (Legislators John, Kelles, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler)
No other motions were made and a revote was taken as follows by a show of hands: Mike Lane - Ayes - 7 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, Koreman, and Lane) Anna Kelles - Ayes - 6 (Legislators John, Kelles, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler) Mr. Wood explained if the Tompkins County Legislature does not elect a Chair within 30 days of its Organization Meeting, the County Clerk appoints a Chair. The County Clerk intends to make that appointment on February 7, 2020. Once appointed that person becomes the Chair and will have all of the powers of a Chair. Absent a special meeting that person would preside at the next Legislature meeting.
The election of a Vice Chair would remain as unfinished business and will be on the next meeting agenda. The position of Chair would not be unfinished business. The appointed Chair would serve as Chair until the Legislature changes it and would have to an item on the agenda either by committee, member-filed, or added to an agenda by a two-thirds vote. The appointed Chair would serve as Chair unless and until the Legislature decides someone else
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Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to enter into executive session at 9:53 p.m. to discuss real estate negotiations. A voice vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 12, Noes - 1 (Legislator Morey), Excused - 1 (Legislator McBean-Clairborne). MOTION CARRIED. The meeting returned to open session at 10:15 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
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Call to Order
Ms. Black, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Member Present
Amanda Champion Member Present
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present
Anna Kelles Member Present
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Member Present
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Member Present
Michael Sigler Member Present
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Ms. Black announced an executive session would be held later in the meeting to discuss real estate negotiations and that she would be reordering the agenda to vote on the election of the Chair and Vice Chair of the Legislature at the beginning of the meeting.
At this time, Ms. Black recognized Clerk of the Legislature Cathy Covert who requested the confirmation of the appointment of Brittni Griep to the position of Deputy Clerk of the Legislature.
It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Robertson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to confirm the appointment of Brittni Griep to the position of Deputy Clerk of the Legislature.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Michael Moran, Town of Caroline resident, spoke in support of the resolution entitled Resolution Encouraging New York State to Name the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery as its First State Veterans Cemetery and urged the Legislature to approve the resolution.
Election of the Chair of the Legislature for 2020
Prior to opening the floor for nominations for Chair of the Legislature, Ms. Black read the
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following statement: “Good evening and thank you for joining us. My name is Shawna Black and I was appointed Friday, February 7th, to be the Chair of this Legislature by our County Clerk. “Within 24 hours of my appointment Ithaca was hit with snowstorm 2020 and many of us lost internet. My teenager was convinced it was the end of the world. Rest assured the internet came back a few hours later.
“Last Wednesday a group of us - Martha, Henry, Annie, Mike Sigler, and myself - went to Albany and spoke with our State Representatives about our concerns with removing the Medicaid Cap. Currently our county spends $11.7 million on Medicaid. As proposed in the Governor’s budget -
removing the cap would mean a 13% increase and result in a $1.5 million increase to our county contribution. The response we received was positive and we will continue to monitor the situation.
“As we turn the page to our new leadership - I look forward to better communication and collaboration. The staff of this county continue to provide dedication and professionalism - that I am constantly in awe of. “Over the last 11 days I have been supported by our clerks, our staff, and fellow Legislators. In my short tenure as Chair of this body I want you to know I appreciate your kindness and support. Whether it’s me, or any other person elected to chair - I have confidence in the ability of the Legislature. We have made such progress in years past and will continue to be a leader in New York State. “Thank you.”
At this time, Ms. Black opened the floor for nominations for the Chair of the Legislature. It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mr. Granison, to nominate Mike Lane as Chair of the
Legislature. It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Koreman, to nominate Leslyn McBean-
Clairborne as Chair of the Legislature. Ms. Kelles spoke of Mrs. McBean-Clairborne’s integrity and honor and provided the following highlights from her statement. In November of 2000 Mrs. McBean-Clairborne took up the mantle of County Legislator from retiring Legislator Suzanne Davis - and has served for 20 years. She effectively keeps families together in supporting immigrant families and in particular members of the LGBTQIA community, indigenous people’s day, and the safe act. She has served on every single committee. Worked for the Human Rights office, Chaired the County’s Affirmative Action Committee and transitioned it to the committee of Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne has served with honor and steadfast commitment to human rights, equity, and inclusion. She believes in a true democratic process to foster and continuously improve the working experience for all employees and
partner agencies. She currently serves as the Director of the Greater Ithaca Activities Center where she exhibits a tireless dedication to quality of life of youth in our community. She understands that the role of government is to ensure that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness is truly accessible to every resident in her care. Ms. Koreman agreed with Ms. Kelles and believes Mrs. McBean-Clairborne has all the skills and
qualities that will make her a great Legislature Chair.
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No other nominations were made and the nominations were closed. A vote by show of hands on the Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Mike Lane - 5 (Legislators Champion, Dawson, Granison, Klein, and Lane) Leslyn McBean-Clairborne - 9 (Legislators Black, John, Kelles, Koreman, McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler).
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne was declared Chair of the Legislature for 2020.
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne took the podium and read the following statement: “Thanks everyone for selecting me as your Chair. Thanks to Mike Lane for his graciousness in
this moment. Mike has been a friend and constant supporter of mine over the years. Thanks to my friend, Mike Sigler for serving us well as Temporary Chair. Thanks to County Clerk, Maureen, for doing the heavy lift when we were stuck. Thanks to Shawna for stepping up and holding us down. Most importantly, I want to thank the staff who kept the business of county government going smoothly even when we were fumbling on the one. “The one question that I was repeatedly asked in considering this run for Chair of the Legislature was “Why now?” My response “Why not now?” A response more to myself than to anyone else. For years I doubted my time and ability to do this as well as whether I would be supported for this leadership role. I felt and noticed that there was not the predominant will of the body to support this role of Chair with someone who has a full-time career. Additionally, in case you hadn’t noticed, I am a Black woman
and no matter how excellent I am, I am never good enough and the overlook happens. So why put myself through that was the other question I answered for myself. As confident as I am in much else that I do, with those factors occupying my thinking, I found this decision to be particularly intimidating (note, there is not much that intimidates me). Although I still had my own doubts, the last two years began to present newer possibilities for me. I took careful stock of some of the positive changes - 50% of the Legislature were women; about 50% held progressive values; there was a 100% increase in Legislators who held full-
time jobs and reported to someone else; and there was a 50% increase in Legislators who had young children. I was in good company and not feeling like the only one with those issues to take into consideration. Couple that with the wave of women, people of color, LGBTQ+ citizens and other protected groups being elected to office nationally, and the possibilities for me seemed reachable. So when the opportunity presented itself again and many of you asked me to consider it, I took it as a sign that it was time. Yesterday, we at GIAC had the privilege of hosting for lunch and conversation, Yusef Salaam of the exonerated 5 formerly the Central Park 5. One of the things he said that resonated with me was we have to, “own our stories and not be afraid to share them.” I realized in that moment that for the last two weeks, I have been owning my truth and fears and being vulnerable in sharing them as I arrived at this decision to run for Chair. Even so, it took a lot of time for me to do due diligence with my employers, family, co-workers and others to ensure that me running for Legislature Chair would not have
any adverse impact and that I have their support. “I want to give thanks to the late City Alderwoman, Diann Sams, who encouraged me to get involved in community, to get on local boards and committees, and to consider running for office. To my colleagues here, tonight I appreciate profoundly your vote of confidence and humbly accept your decision to select me as your Chair of this esteemed body. It tells me and others out there looking to serve that we
are not colorblind and that we can embrace a career-minded, working-family person to serve on this body
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and even become its leader. My family is my heart. My husband, J.R. Clairborne and my children, Kelsey, Indira and my son who is in prison, have been my rock, supporting and pushing me. I could not do the things that I have done; could not do this without them holding me up. Thanks family. “I have mad respect for all of you and look forward to your continued support, and to working with our incredibly talented and brilliant staff to represent and meet the needs of the people of Tompkins County. I am super excited to work with whomever is chosen as Vice Chair to put in place a committee structure and other assignments that take into consideration that people occupying those assignments have other life priorities and none of these assignments should be burdensome to them; for us to move forward
with a lot of the progressive actions we have taken and are yet to take, and to be a role model for other elected leadership bodies. I don’t know it all but what I do know is that each of us bring unique skills, talents and expertise to the issues we tackle as policy-makers and we have to trust that and each other to
move forward cohesively. My agenda can be found in this quote from one of my favorite politicians, “If I have anything special that makes me ‘influential,’ I simply don’t know how to define it. If I knew the ingredients, I would bottle them, package them and sell them, because I want everyone to be able to work
together in a spirit of cooperation and compromise and accommodation without, you know, any caving in or anyone being woefully violated personally or in terms of their principles.” She went on to say, “A spirit of harmony can only survive if each of us remembers, when bitterness and self-interest seem to prevail, that we share a common destiny.” Barbara Jordan, US Congresswoman from Texas, 1972-1978. First woman, let alone Black woman to be elected in her own right to serve as a representative from Texas. Thank you.”
Election of the Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2020
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne opened nominations for Vice Chair of the Legislature. It was MOVED by Ms. Champion, seconded by Ms. Dawson, to nominate Shawna Black as Vice Chair of the Legislature. Ms. Champion said Ms. Black has shown herself to be a truly dedicated public servant who cares about everyone. She is humble and is not in this for her ego. After being appointed as Chair she chose to
step back so others could step up. Ms. Dawson said she and Ms. Black have become friends over their Legislative service; Ms.
Black is a tremendously hard worker and has a good heart. She is honored to serve with her. No other nominations were made and the nominations were closed.
A vote by show of hands on the election of Ms. Black as Vice Chair of the Legislature resulted as follows: Ayes - 13, Noes - 1 (Legislator John). Ms. Black was declared Vice Chair of the Legislature for 2020.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Lane congratulated Mrs. McBean-Clairborne on the election as Chair of the Legislature. He said he has worked with her for many years and knows she will do her very best. Mr. Lane thanked Mr. Klein and Mr. Granison for their nominations and support. He hopes the Government Operations Committee will look at the process and issues that arose as a result of the election of the Chair this year. Ms. Kelles also thanked her supporters in the nomination of Chair of the Legislature. She
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believes this Legislature talks things through and there is honesty and transparency. She looks forward to the next year with two amazingly strong women leading the Legislature. Mr. Klein said last week there was a meeting of Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) Board of Directors that was attended by 11 Legislators. It was an overall review of the TCAT budget, strategic plan, potential facility at the Airport, and transit development plan. There was a lot of material presented and he wants to keep it on the Legislature's radar. Ms. Robertson said there is a lot that was learned in Albany last week with the State budget
including the Medicaid proposal by the Governor. She appreciates Geoff Dunn and the Department of Social Services for putting out every Tuesday a press release about Medicaid and said it is important that the Legislature pays attention to this issue.
Ms. Koreman thanked those who served as Interim Chair Mike Sigler and Chair Shawna Black this year as well as for those who ran for the position of Chair. She reported on workshops she attended
at the NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) Conference. One workshop was about community wealth building and reliable good food and food security affects all aspects of a person’s life. You need to dive deeply into a community; there is no one fix for everyone; you need to find out where people are struggling.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Robert Lynch, Enfield Town Board member, said a meeting has been scheduled for February 26th to discuss whether the Town will return to including the Pledge of the Allegiance at its meetings.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
There was no Chair’s report or appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino reported that every week all counties will be doing the same post on Medicaid that Tompkins County will be doing; the posts will include the updated amount of what has been spent. He announced the Budget retreat will be held on the April 28th.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report. However, he stated that over the last few months there have been several questions about the process of the election for Chair and Vice Chair. He believes the process was respected and went smoothly. The controversy wasn't over the process, only the candidates.
Report from the Finance Director
Revised Sales Tax Report - 4th Qtr '19 (ID#9204)
Mr. Snyder provided the following report:
1. Revised 4th Quarter Sales Tax Report The County's portion of sales tax distributions for the 4th Quarter of 2019 was up 4.47% compared to last year. This was the highest 4th Quarter on record. (This is after the $311,562 AIM
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payment coming out of our 4th Quarter sales tax.) As of the end of December, year-to-date tax distributions for the County’s portion total $38,731,780, compared to $37,190,459 in 2018. (The County’s portion of the AIM reduction was $211,955.) This represents an increase of $1,541,321 year-over-year, or 4.14%. For the year, the County came in at $2,448,273 over budget, or at 106.7% of budget (Gross Sales Tax budget). This was the highest year for the County.
2. Sale of BANs (Bond Anticipation Notes) on January 30, 2020 - On January 30, 2020, the County sold two series of Bond Anticipation Notes (or BANs), $10,000,000 Series A and $5,237,000 Series B. The Series A Airport BAN sold at a net interest rate of: 1.163% to JPMorgan Securities, LLC. This is a BAN
with a maturity of 1 year. There were six bidders with competitive bids. The Series B BAN sold at a net interest rate of: 1.067% to JPMorgan Securities, LLC. This is a BAN with a maturity of 1 year. There were five bidders with competitive bids.
The note closing was held on February 5, 2020; the delivery date of the note proceeds is February 19, 2020. For comparison: BANS Issued At This Interest Rate In February 2019 1.9546% and 2.065% In February 2018 1.5986% In June 2017 1.339% In February 2017 1.47% and 1.56% In October 2016 1.089% In June 2016 0.958% In September 2015 0.5730%
In July 2015 0.7619% In November 2014 0.2736% In July 2014 0.182%
In July 2013 0.358% 3. Sale of New Money Bonds - dated February 19, 2020 - The County, with a reaffirmed Moody’s bond
rating of Aa1 (stable), sold $1,800,000 of Public Improvement (Serial) Bonds on January 30, 2020, at a net interest rate of: 1.383%, to Roosevelt & Cross, Inc. We had 5 bidders on this sale….two less than last year’s sale. The term of the Bonds is 10 years or until 2/1/2030. The bond closing was held on February 5, 2020; the delivery date of the bond proceeds is February 19, 2020. For comparison: Bonds Issued At This Interest Rate Term February 2019 2.178% 10 years February 2018 2.328% 10 years February 2017 2.011% 11 years
July 2016 1.449% 11 years July 2015 2.715% 15 years 2014 2.414% 15 years
2013 3.399% 17 years
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2012 1.870% 15 years The proceeds of the 2020 long-term bonds provide $1,800,000 in new monies for the following purposes: Purposes of Issue - Bonds The Bonds are issued pursuant to the Constitution and statutes of the State including among others, the Local Finance Law and the respective bond resolutions identified below to provide funds for the following purposes and in the following amounts:
Various Road Improvements - 2020 Various Bridge Improvements - 2020
The proceeds of the Bonds will provide $1,800,000 in new monies for the abovementioned projects. Following Mr. Snyder’s report, Ms. Robertson asked that there be tracking of the Internet sales
tax information.
RESULT: COMPLETED
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Koreman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Endorsing State Legislation S7747 and A9824 - Amend the Local Finance Law, in Relation to Establishing a Period of Probable Usefulness for Airport Construction and Improvement of the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.
There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Appointment(s) (ID # 9129)
Office for the Aging Advisory Committee Patricia A. Curran - Term expires December 31, 2022 Carol Mallison - Term expires December 31, 2022
Youth Services Board Jennifer Dean - Town of Groton representative; term expires December 31, 2022
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Resolution No. 2020-29: Resolution Calling on the Governor and New York State Legislature to Preserve the Zero Percent Medicaid Growth Cap for All Counties and New York City (ID #9186)
WHEREAS, spending in New York State for Medicaid is the single largest expense in the State budget, and WHEREAS, the funding to support the Medicaid program is provided by a combination of federal, state, and local resources, and
WHEREAS, the required county and New York City contribution is $7.6 billion annually, and
WHEREAS, the local share of Medicaid funding paid in New York is the highest of any state in the country and is more than what 43 individual states combined pay in state share for their Medicaid programs, and
WHEREAS, this large local funding share for Medicaid and other State programs is a major contributor to New York’s high local tax burden compared to other states, and WHEREAS, the Governor and legislative leaders recognize the fiscal burden the financing of Medicaid is for local taxpayers and initiated steps to relieve part of that burden by capping the growth in local costs in this program, and WHEREAS, one of the most prominent property tax reduction and mandate relief initiatives in State history was Governor Cuomo’s establishment of the zero percent Medicaid growth cap, and
WHEREAS, this zero percent growth cap enables counties to keep funding for the growing cost of many vital State programs and services, while continuing local quality of life services demanded by taxpayers, and WHEREAS, the Medicaid budget is facing billions of dollars in annual deficits over the next several years, due primarily to decisions by New York State, as well as the aging of our population and
the long-expected decrease in federal reimbursements, and WHEREAS, these Medicaid deficits are contributing to the largest budget deficit the State has faced since the Great Recession, and WHEREAS, the Governor’s Executive Budget Recommendation is proposing a variety of ways to address these combined fiscal shortfalls, and WHEREAS, budget proposals advanced by the Governor rely on $150 million in Medicaid program costs assumed by local taxpayers, and include: Using county government federal enhanced medicaid match savings;
Losing state Medicaid growth cap if counties breach the State property tax cap; Shifting the local share of Medicaid growth above 3% to counties, if counties cannot contain costs under 3%; and WHEREAS, the State controls the tools to control the Medicaid program growth, including: The ability to audit the Medicaid program;
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The ability to control the cost of prescription drugs; The ability to set provider reimbursement rates; The ability to modify eligibility and benefit levels for Medicaid recipients; The ability to determine what services are covered; The ability to control provider contracts; and WHEREAS, if State experts in the Medicaid program are unable to develop solutions to control growth in the Medicaid program, it will be difficult for counties to do so, since they do not have this authority to control costs, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature urges the Governor and legislative leaders to maintain the zero percent
Medicaid growth cap for counties and New York City as they address State budget shortfalls in order to keep downward pressure on the local tax burden,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall forward copies of this resolution to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, State Senators James Seward, Tom O’Mara, Pamela Helming, Gustavo Rivera, James Gaughran, and Liz Krueger, and Assembly members Barbara Lifton, Richard Gottfried, Fred Thiele, and Helene Weinstein, and New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-30: 2019 Budget Adjustment for the Department of Social Services (ID #9163)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County Fiscal Policy 05-02, requires Legislative approval for budget adjustments exceeding $5,000, and
WHEREAS, in the 2019 Fiscal Year, the Department of Social Services experienced unexpected savings in wages and fringes and corresponding decreases in reimbursement revenues, and WHEREAS, the fringe benefit adjustment will need to include both the difference between the “budgeted” and “billable” fringe rates for 2019 and the fringe savings associated with the Department’s
under-budget payroll costs, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance make the following adjustments to the 2019 Budget, RESOLVED, further, That the $145,703 difference between the Appropriation and Revenue lines, which represents the Department’s net local Personnel savings, be returned to the General Fund: Appropriation: 6010.51000 Regular Pay -$253,771 6010.58800 Fringes -$329,042
Revenue: 6010.44601 Fed: Medical Asst -$51,775 6010.44611 Fed: SNAP Admin -$51,168 6010.44615 Fed: FFFS -$75,312 6010.44619 Fed: Child Care (IV-E) -$37,386
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Resolution No. 2020-31: 2020 Budget Adjustments for increased Safe Harbour Grant Award - Department of Social Services (ID #9164)
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services has awarded the Department of Social Services a $51,000 Safe Harbour grant to further Tompkins County’s efforts to
address the problem of Sexually Exploited Children and Youth for use during the current calendar year, and
WHEREAS, the purpose of this grant is to assist community efforts to satisfy the requirements of the Preventing Sex Trafficking and Strengthening Families Act, and
WHEREAS, those efforts in recent years - which have included awareness, education, and outreach campaigns; partnership-building with several community agencies; and commencement of work on a shared assessment tool - have been organized and led locally by the Youth Services Department, and WHEREAS, the Youth Services Department is best positioned to continue that work (including completion and distribution of the shared assessment tool, raising awareness among youth, conducting a county-wide needs assessment, clarifying roles among the partner agencies, and training human services providers who work with children and youths), and WHEREAS, the value of $48,000 was reflected in each Department’s adopted 2020 budget, however, this year’s grant is for $51,000, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Department of Social Services is authorized both to accept this Safe Harbour grant and to enter into an agreement with the Department of Youth Services to pass through both the funding and the leadership role in this multi-agency effort,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance make the following adjustments to the two departments' 2020 Budgets:
Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $3,000 Revenue: 6010.43389 NYS: Other Public Safety $3,000 Youth Services Appropriation: 7020.54442 Professional Service Fees $3,000 Revenue: 7020.42797 Other Local Govt Contribution $3,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-32: Adoption of List of Designated Officers and Employees Required to File an Annual Financial Disclosure Form (ID #9171)
WHEREAS, State Law requires employees "who hold policy-making positions, as annually determined by" the County to fill out financial disclosure forms, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Local Law No. 2 of 1997 and Administrative Manual Policy 01-29, Standards of Conduct, "key employees" shall be determined by separate resolution of the Tompkins
County Legislature, and WHEREAS, the list of "key employees" required to file the annual financial disclosure form has
been updated, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following
list of designated officers and employees required to fill out the annual financial disclosure form be adopted: Title Department/Division Contracts Coordinator Administration County Administrator Administration Deputy County Administrator (2) Administration Airport Director Airport Deputy Airport Director (2) Airport Director of Assessment Assessment Assistant Director of Assessment Assessment Valuation Specialists (2) Assessment Real Property Appraiser (3) Assessment Senior Valuation Specialist (1) Assessment
Assistant Real Property Appraiser (1) Assessment Supervising Attorney Assigned Counsel Program Coordinator Assigned Counsel
Elections Commissioner (2) Board of Elections Deputy Elections Commissioner (2) Board of Elections Director, Office for the Aging Office for the Aging Deputy Director, Office for the Aging Office for the Aging County Attorney County Attorney Deputy County Attorney County Attorney County Clerk County Clerk Deputy County Clerk (2) County Clerk District Attorney District Attorney Deputy District Attorney District Attorney Director, Emergency Response Emergency Response Deputy Director, Emergency Response Emergency Response Communications Center Manager Emergency Response Director of Facilities Facilities
Assistant Director of Facilities Facilities Director of Finance Finance
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Deputy Director of Finance Finance Treasury Manager Finance Public Health Director Health Public Health Administrator Health Highway Director Highway Deputy Highway Director Highway Director of Human Rights Human Rights Director, Information Technology Services Information Technology Services Deputy Director, Information Technology Serv. Information Technology Services
Clerk of the Legislature Legislature Chief Deputy Clerk of the Legislature Legislature Legislators (14) Legislature
Commissioner of Mental Health Mental Health Deputy Commissioner of Mental Health Mental Health Fiscal Administrator Mental Health
Commissioner of Human Resources Human Resources Deputy Commissioner of Human Resources Human Resources Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability Planning and Sustainability Deputy Commissioner of Planning and Sustainability Planning and Sustainability Probation Director II Probation and Community Justice Deputy Director of Probation II Probation and Community Justice Sheriff Sheriff Undersheriff Sheriff Corrections Captain Sheriff Road Patrol Lieutenant Sheriff Administrative Lieutenant Sheriff
Investigations Lieutenant Sheriff Commissioner of Social Services Social Services Deputy Social Services Commissioner Social Services Director of Services Social Services Director of Administrative Services Social Services Program Development Specialist Social Services
Recycling and Materials Management Director Recycling and Materials Management Deputy Recycling and Materials Management Director Recycling and Materials Management Veterans Service Director Veterans Service Agency Director of Weights and Measures Weights and Measures Employment and Training Director Workforce Development Workforce Development Director Workforce Development Youth Services Director Youth Services Deputy Youth Services Director Youth Services RESOLVED, further, That should additional successors need to fill a position that they be asked to fill out an Annual Financial Disclosure form at that time. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-33: Appointment of Temporary Hearing Panel Members - Assessment Department (ID #9158)
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WHEREAS, the Department of Assessment and the Tompkins County Legislature both agree that the fairest and most equitable way to value property for assessment purposes is on an annual basis at full market value, and WHEREAS, Real Property Tax Law 523-a permits the Tompkins County Legislature to appoint up to six Temporary Board of Assessment Review members to serve on Administrative Review Panels, and WHEREAS, Real Property Tax Law 523-a permits the compensation of Temporary Board of
Assessment Review Members, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That six Temporary
Board of Assessment Review Members, namely Dean Shea, Robert Walpole, Josh Lower, Michael Cannon, Judy Malys, and James Lane, be appointed to serve on Administrative Review Panels,
RESOLVED, further, That Temporary Board of Assessment Review members be compensated at a maximum annual compensation of $250. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-34: Urging Support to Increase the Share of Revenue Counties Retain for Providing Certain Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Services (ID #9153)
WHEREAS, 51 of the 62 New York counties are mandated by the State to operate a local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Office, and
WHEREAS, County Clerks take pride in overseeing and operating this important service on behalf of the State for our residents, and WHEREAS, this local DMV operation is one of many examples of shared services that counties provide for the State, and
WHEREAS, under current law the State of New York takes 87.3% of all fees collected from the work performed by the county-operated DMV despite the county providing all services, including overhead and staffing to fulfill its state-mandated obligations, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County DMV’s retention of revenues amounted to $659,862.40 in 2018 and $673,286.29 for 2019, and WHEREAS, the 12.7% county share has not been increased since 1999 while internet services continue to affect the amount of fee-based revenue available to county DMV’s, and WHEREAS, our residents need to understand and obtain new licenses (Enhanced or Real ID) and
this education and service has largely been placed on counties with little to no increased funding to achieve this goal, and WHEREAS, in 2019 the State Legislature passed, and the Governor signed into law, the Green Light
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NY Law which allows undocumented immigrants the right to obtain a driver’s license, and WHEREAS, the State provided no funding to help counties implement the requirements of Green Light NY and to pay for additional training needs, and WHEREAS, the Governor and State Legislature have stated that lowering the property tax burden on local residents is a key priority, and WHEREAS, increasing the county DMV revenue sharing rate will not result in any increased costs
or fees to local residents or taxpayers and will provide counties with revenue to continue to provide necessary local government services, and
WHEREAS, there is a clear inequity present when a county DMV provides all the services, including overhead and staffing needs to fulfill these DMV services needed for State residents, yet the State takes 87.3% of the revenue generated from providing these services, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby urges the New York State Senate and Assembly to support an increase in the County share of DMV revenue, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Senators James L. Seward, Thomas F. O’Mara, and Pamela Helming, and Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie and Assemblywoman Barbara S. Lifton, and New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-35: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 01-51: Alcohol Free Workplace and Policy 08-29: Personal Conduct (ID #9118)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and
WHEREAS, Policy 01-51: Alcohol Free Workplace is a new policy that outlines County policy and procedures for employees regarding the prohibition of alcohol consumption on County property and not being under the influence during work hours, and WHEREAS, Policy 08-29: Personal Conduct is being recommended for abolishment because the content is covered in other County policies, and WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the addition of
Policy 01-51 is hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual and that Policy 08-29 be abolished. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met briefly prior to the Legislature. The next Committee meeting will be held on February 21st.
Resolution No. 2020-36: Endorsing State Legislation S7330 and A9093 - Extending Existing Sales and Use Tax Authority of the County of Tompkins (ID #9175)
Mr. Lane clarified that although a three-year extension may be requested, the legislative bills submitted are for a two-year extension. If the State Legislature amends the bills, additional action may be required by this Legislature. It was noted that NYSAC is pushing that this be a permanent increase.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins has had the authority to enact an additional one percent of sales and use taxation since December 1, 1992, and has enacted such tax, and WHEREAS, this authority has been exercised since that date and expires November 30, 2020, and WHEREAS, this Legislature by Resolution No. 10 of 2020 requested the members of the New York State Senate and Assembly who represent Tompkins County to sponsor and support legislation
extending this authority beyond November 30, 2020, and they have done so and have introduced S7330/A9093 “AN ACT to amend the tax law, in relation to extending the authorization of the County of Tompkins to impose an additional one percent of sales and compensating use taxes" that extends this
authority to November 30, 2022, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That this
Legislature endorses and requests State approval of legislation known as S7330 and A9093, and urges its elected representatives in the Senate and the Assembly to support this legislation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-37: Endorsing State Legislation S7747 and A9824 - Amend the Local Finance Law, in Relation to Establishing a Period of Probable Usefulness for Airport Construction and Improvement of the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ID #9205)
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, 2019 the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH) completed a new and expanded passenger terminal supported by a new geothermal heating/cooling system which will nearly
eliminate natural gas usage for the entire terminal building, as well as a new solar canopy, and that 2020 will mark a historic year, as the Airport embraces the renovation and expansion providing for greater passenger capacity, a new customs facility for new economic development opportunities, and shared fuel farm with the New York State Department of Transportation, and WHEREAS, the unprecedented improvements at ITH has been a pioneer investment for all
county facilities, as well as all airports across the State of New York, as we have aggressively pursued the elimination of fossil fuel use for airport operations and the fight against climate change, and WHEREAS, reducing greenhouse gas emissions is crucial to achieving the County’s ambitious green energy goals by achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emission for all County operations by 2035, and the Ithaca-Tompkins International Airport is the first County facility to make this change, and WHEREAS, the County’s request to establish legislation that would allow Tompkins County the
same authority as East Hampton Airport and the Greater Rochester International Airport by providing the option to bond various portions of the local share of the airport project for 25 and 30 years, and said legislation will provide Tompkins County the ability to reduce annual debt payments, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That this Legislature endorses and requests State approval of legislation known as S7747 and A9824, and urges its elected representatives in the Senate and the Assembly to support this legislation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on February 26th.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will next meet on February 27th.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee will next meet on March 2nd The Public Information Advisory Board has been actively helping the Committee and in reference to the State funding available
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an RFQ (Request for Qualifications) will have to be issued for non-profit agencies. Because of the limitation on what the State grant money can be used for its likely a request will come to the Legislature for funds for marketing the Census. He announced March 20th there will be a press conference at the Tompkins County Public Library that will be attended by Assemblywoman Lifton and other elected officials to speak about the Census and how it is safe and people need to help by participating in it. Ms. Koreman asked that Legislators be provided information from the Facebook post about the press conference.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. Morey, Chair, said the Committee met on February 13th and had an update on the North Tioga Street property. The parking lot lighting was fixed and a tree came down during the recent snowstorm and was removed by the Facilities staff. He said in January the Committee discussed parking
and a recommendation was approved; however, at the February 14th meeting, Ms. Koreman informed the Committee that there were Legislators who were unhappy with the decision of eliminating designated parking for Legislators. At the February meeting, the Committee agreed to assign parking spaces to the
County Clerk and the District Attorney. The Committee will discuss the timeline of the project at the next meeting. Discussion followed concerning the parking issue and Ms. Dawson said the Committee decided to eliminate the Legislature spaces leaving Legislators to park at Sears Street lot. When construction starts, that lot will not be available. Legislators have meetings throughout the day and she doesn't think they should have to pay for parking as they are the lowest paid employees. This decision was done by four Committee members who didn't ask the remaining Legislators for input. She thinks this was badly handled and totally unnecessary and that there should be a set number of parking spaces designated to Legislators. Mr. Morey said if Legislators are interested in a parking space to contact the County Administrator and he will let the Department Human Resources know.
Ms. Koreman said there are eight Legislators who have confirmed that they would like parking and at most six spaces are being requested for general Legislator use. She said she would be willing to coordinate this with the County Administrator if Legislators let her know of their interest in parking
spaces. Mr. Lane said the Committee by motion designated a spot for the District Attorney and County Clerk who are elected officials. He asked if anyone objected to that. Ms. Dawson commented that is not a change from what was in place from prior to January. There was no objection to allocating a parking spot to those two employees. Ms. Robertson commented the District Attorney requested a space for safety concerns and the County Clerk's reason was because she is responsible for two departments and is in and out of the parking lot all day.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne confirmed there was no objection to the parking spaces being reserved for the District Attorney and County Clerk.
In response to Mr. John, Ms. Koreman said the parking spaces for Legislators would be somewhere in the Courthouse complex with spots to be chosen by the Human Resources Department
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staff. As there was no objection, Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked Legislators to let Ms. Koreman know if there is interest in designating parking spaces in the Courthouse Complex for Legislators and she will communicate that with the County Administrator and Human Resources.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on February 20th and will begin discussing 2020 priorities.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, spoke briefly about the meeting in Albany about Medicaid and asked Ms. Robertson to report.
Ms. Robertson provided a brief update on the Medicaid issue and said a few Legislators attended the lobby event last week in Albany through an effort organized by the New York State Association of Counties. The Governor’s proposal is complicated and it is tied to the property tax cap. Mrs. McBean-
Clairborne said it will be important to keep the public informed and engaged. Ms. Robertson suggested someone could do an op-ed piece. Ms. Black said the next Committee meeting has not yet been scheduled for March.
Resolution No. 2020-38: Re-Appropriation of Funding Received in 2019 to the 2020 Budget for the Learning Resource Grant from the Kresge Foundation - Public Health (ID #9173)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Health Department is continuing the work outlined in 2018 and 2019 as part of the Kresge Foundation Emerging Leaders in Public Health Grant to make transformational change in the organization and improve health outcomes in the community, and WHEREAS, the County received funds in the amount of $125,000 from the Kresge Foundation, and WHEREAS, unexpended funds at the end of 2019 total $43,550.81, and WHEREAS, budget re-appropriations for funding carried forward from one year to another require Legislative approval, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following adjustments to the 2020 budget: REVENUE: 4011.42070 Contrib fr Priv
Agencies
$43,550.81
APPROPRIATION: 4011.54412 Travel & Training $5,000.00
4011.54442 Professional Service
Fees
$38,550.81
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the grant. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-39: Resolution Encouraging New York State to Name the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery as its First State Veterans Cemetery (ID #9182)
Mr. Lane believes this is an important resolution to support Seneca County. It is something that should be designated by New York State.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on November 10, 2019, the State’s commitment to establish New York’s first State Veterans Cemetery, and WHEREAS, on July 30, 2011, Seneca County established the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery on the grounds of the former Sampson Naval Training Station and Sampson Air Force Base,
and WHEREAS, when Americans entered World War II in December 1941, there was an urgent need
to equip and train soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines. In the spring of 1942, construction began on the Sampson Naval Training Station. More than 5,000 Navy personnel operated and maintained the Station, and more than 411,000 Naval Recruits were trained there. Toward the end of the war, the site served as a Separation Center, discharging more than 65,000 service members. After the war, the Station was used as a temporary college for 15,000 veterans who attended classes under the GI Bill. Sampson College operated from September 1946 to June 1949 and matriculated 7,500 students, and WHEREAS, with the outbreak of the Korean War, Sampson returned to active duty as a Basic Military Training Base of the United States Air Force. More than 330,000 airmen received their training
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at Sampson AFB. The base officially closed in 2000, and WHEREAS, the establishment of the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery is a living and lasting tribute to those who have served our nation and recognizes the rich and honorable history of this site, and WHEREAS, the Sampson Veterans Memorial Cemetery was designed and constructed through the generous financial support of New York State, which has provided in excess of $5 million in funding and the conveyance of 162 acres of land, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature fully supports the designation of the Sampson Veterans Memorial
Cemetery to be New York State’s first State Veterans Cemetery and encourages New York State to select it as such,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature send copies of this resolution to Governor Andrew Cuomo, State Senators James Seward, Tom O’Mara, and Pamela Helming, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, relevant committees of the Senate and Assembly, and the Seneca County Board of Supervisors. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will meet next on February 20th. Mr. Lane provided a brief update on the Route 13 transportation study and said a drop-in meeting was held and about 25 people attended. A survey is currently underway and is going very well. He urged people to give input through the survey. He also spoke about a meeting he attended on Wednesday in Dryden for TCAT's “Tconnect” pilot program. The First Mile, Last Mile initiative is on track to start
in Dryden this spring. Finally, he reported a final meeting will be held on February 22nd at Poets Landing on Route 38 project.
Government Operations Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will meet next on March 5th.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will meet next on February 24th. The Committee will be discussing goals and have an update from the Environmental Management Council.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
February 4, 2020
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Black, and unanimously adopted by voice vote, to hold an executive session at 7:20 p.m. to discuss real estate negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 8:50 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Departed
Shawna Black Vice Chair Present
Amanda Champion Member Present
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present 8:42 PM
Anna Kelles Member Excused
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Member Present
Michael Sigler Member Present
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Distinguished Youth Award
Mr. Morey, Legislator, invited Betty Conger, Village of Groton Trustee, to the podium to read her letter nominating Hudson Scaglione, a ten-year old Groton Elementary School student, for the Tompkins County Legislature with the Distinguished Youth Award. In summary, Hudson is a three-time author and
small business owner. He donates 20% of the profits from ‘Hudson’s Sauces and Goodies’ to his school for various projects. This year, the money will go toward construction of a trout tank at Groton Elementary School, which will hatch trout eggs to be placed by students in local streams in the spring.
Hudson also produces YouTube videos on cooking. Mr. Morey presented Hudson with the Distinguished Youth Award and thanked him for his service to his school and community.
Proclamation
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne presented a proclamation declaring March 2020 to be Agriculture Month in Tompkins County. The proclamation was accepted by Monika Roth, Graham Savio, and Mila Fournier of Cooperative Extension; Cal Snow, Farm Bureau; and John Fleming, Chair of the Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board. Mr. Snow provided a brief background of the Farm Bureau and then presented a plaque to the Legislature entitled "Growing your Food, Growing our Farms". He acknowledged this is a partnership and thanked the Legislature for all it does to support farming in
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Tompkins County. Ms. Roth announced Mr. Savio and Ms. Fournier will be taking over for her, as she will soon be retiring. She said the Cooperative Extension remains committed to implementing the County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Plan. She said a lot has changed since she began in 1980; at that time there were 212 dairy farms and now there are only 40. She said it is important to remember that even though that number has declined, there is still the same amount of land in agriculture; farmers still own or rent one-third of the land area in the County. She said there is a lot of agricultural activity although there are many fewer farms and agriculture is an important resource that is very much needed.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced an executive session would be held later in the meeting to discuss real estate negotiations.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Andre Gardiner, City of Ithaca resident, member on the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and a manager of downtown properties, spoke concerning the proposed conference center. He expressed concerns related to the financing of the project and said the information he has reviewed presents numerous challenges. Cal Snow, Town of Caroline Board Member, spoke of the 2020 Census and asked the Legislature to get an accurate census count.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Kathy Servoss, Town of Dryden Board Member and a Member of the Tompkins County Youth Services Board, provided the Legislature with updates. She said the funding provided by the Legislature to the Youth Services Department is going to good use and gave a brief overview of activities that are
currently taking place. She also reported the Town of Dryden is considering zoning changes in the Town of Varna due to density. The Town is applying for funding to install municipal broadband in the Town; a public meeting will be held regarding this on March 25th at the Dryden Firehouse. In response to Mr.
Klein regarding the status of the Freese Road bridge, Ms. Servoss said that is still under discussion and the Town is waiting for a response from the New York State Department of Transportation. George McGonigal, City Common Council Member, reported at the Council’s meeting tomorrow, there will be discussion of towing services and proposed changes. Another bus company will be running out of the City and will be picking up and dropping off on Green Street. He reported on other topics that are in discussion at the City relating to downtown properties and briefly responded to questions relating to construction projects. Mr. McGonigal said March is Black History Month and announced the talent show will take place at GIAC on March 6th. He reported on legal matters and the resolution involving the Ithaca City Police Department that will unfortunately cost the City a significant amount of money. Mr. McGonigal announced a special Common Council meeting will be held on March
11th to discuss the proposed conference center.
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Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Anne Koreman recognized trips in the County's electric Kona vehicle and presented Mr. Molino with an electric vehicle themed diorama made entirely out of recycled materials. Amanda Champion congratulated the Cornell University Men’s and Women’s Hockey Teams for each being ranked number one in the nation. She said this is the first time in history both have been ranked number one; playoff games will take place this weekend. Ms. Champion spoke of her attendance at the New York State Association of Counties Conference two years ago and having met another County Legislator, Adrian Martini, from Otsego County. She said Ms. Martini has written a book entitled
“Somebody’s Got to Do it, Why Cursing at the News Won't Save the Nation, But Your Name on a Local Ballot Can,”. The book is about her decision to run for local office and her experience as a Legislator. She encouraged others to pick up a copy of her book, which received a review from the New York Times.
Dan Klein announced the Senior Living Expo 2020 will take place on March 28th at the Clarion Inn and there will be a Foodnet Meals on Wheels Mac and Cheese fundraiser at the Ithaca High School on
March 21st. Martha Robertson announced the Sister Friends Luncheon will be held at Ithaca College on March 13th and the guest speaker this year will be Lieutenant Governor, Kathy Hochul. She reported on the weekly Medicaid share paid to the State and said $1.975 million has been sent to date in 2020 to New York State by Tompkins County for its share of Medicaid expenses. She called attention to information prepared by Mr. Molino on this and asked Legislators to read the information. She also announced Senator Thomas O'Mara will be present to speak to interested Legislators. Mr. Molino spoke of the State Legislation and said that he has been told that every State Legislator in the Senate and Assembly unanimously did not support the Governor's proposed changes to Medicaid.
Rich John announced the Family and Peace of Mind fundraiser will be held on March 8th; he said it is a very good event with excellent instructors.
Michael Lane said Tompkins County has had a very interesting winter with a lot of rain, ice, and sleet. He said with these conditions comes worry about the loss of electricity. He expressed concern with increased reliance and dependency on electricity and said discussion needs to start taking place about
public utilities and maintenance. He spoke of an incident involving a utility pole in Dryden and said there needs to be a look taking at micro grids and maintenance operations in disaster events. Henry Granison noted that the plastic bag ban went into effect on March 1st. Shawna Black said she has been contacted by individuals who are concerned about the Coronavirus. She said at the present time, Tompkins County is prepared to handle a situation that might arise. She urged everyone to do their part in trying to stay healthy, including washing hands frequently and avoiding contact with eyes, nose, mouth etc. Additional tips on how to stay healthy are on the County’s website; people can call 888-364-3065 helpline.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Chair's Appointments - 2020 (ID # 9209)
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said the Tompkins Intergovernmental Committee will be providing the Legislature with updates; all Legislators will have input on what issues this Committee will lobby for on behalf of the Legislature. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said she is looking for Legislators to serve on various negotiating committees and will be sending out information.
RESULT: APPT'D BY CHAIR
CHAIR'S APPOINTMENTS - 2020 Tompkins County Area Development Board of Directors Anna Kelles, Mike Sigler TCAD Executive Committee: Anna Kelles Chamber of Commerce Mike Sigler (Legislature Chair has designated seat, per Chamber bylaws) Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, Alternate Extension Service Amanda Champion, Dave McKenna
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Anne Koreman - Chair
Ethics Advisory Board Rich John - Chair
Ithaca Metropolitan Planning Organization (ITCTC Policy Committee) Michael Lane Needs an alternate Tompkins Center for History and Culture Rich John - Liaison Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance Katie Borgella Cayuga Lake Watershed Intermunicipal Organization
Deborah Dawson Needs an alternate
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee Martha Robertson, Chair Michael Sigler
Deborah Dawson
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Shawna Black Anna Kelles
Report by County Administrator
Mr. Molino commented on the Governor's Medicaid proposal and said he expects frequent communications from NYSAC. He agreed with comments made earlier by Ms. Black with regard to the Coronavirus and reported on a meeting he attended along with Ms. Holmes, Deputy County Administrator, and representatives of Cayuga Medical Center, higher education institutions, and the Department of Emergency Response related to planning, education and outreach. He stated that anyone who has traveled outside of the United States, specifically South Korea and Italy have been voluntarily
quarantined in their homes for 14 days. Mr. Kruppa, Public Health Director, will be traveling to Albany to learn more about what the State is doing in response to the virus as more information and he learns it. Mr. Molino noted the Public Health Department is the first point of contact on this issue.
Mr. Molino shared his experience driving the Kona to three different events. He said overall it was a positive experience with the biggest downfall being the lack of level 3 charging stations.
In response to Ms. Robertson about the Shared Services Plan and an AirBnB database, Mr. Molino said work is being done on a Request for Proposals and he expects this to be complete in the next few months.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder had no report.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Kelles
Resolution No. 2020-40: Authorization to Create Additional Assistant District Attorney Level 4 Title Positions (ID #9156)
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2018-97 approved the creation of a tiered Assistant District Attorney
Salary Structure at the May 15, 2018, Legislative meeting as demonstrated below:
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(1) Assistant District Attorney - Level 1, Job Code 4231, Management Grade 85; (1) Assistant District Attorney - Level 2, Job Code 4234, Management Grade 86; (3) Assistant District Attorney - Level 3, Job Code 4241, Management Grade 87; (4) Assistant District Attorney - Level 4, Job Code 4271, Management Grade 88; and WHEREAS, Resolution 2019-197 authorized the creation of thirteen attorney positions from which the seven Assistant District Attorney positions would be filled, in order to provide greater flexibility, and
WHEREAS, further review of the number of positions per Level was conducted and it was determined that an adjustment was warranted to increase the number of Assistant District Attorney Level
4 positions in order to allow for optimal staffing composition and permit advancement when appropriate based upon experience, and
WHEREAS, this resolution does not provide for the filling of additional attorney positions within the District Attorney’s Budget; it only creates additional authorized positions at each level of Assistant District Attorney, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the following positions are hereby adjusted at 40 hours per week, which will result in there being fourteen attorney positions across the four separate Assistant District Attorney titles, from which the seven Assistant District Attorney positions will be filled: (2) Assistant District Attorney - Level 1, Job Code 4231, Management Grade 85; (2) Assistant District Attorney - Level 2, Job Code 4234, Management Grade 86;
(5) Assistant District Attorney - Level 3, Job Code 4241, Management Grade 87; (5) Assistant District Attorney - Level 4, Job Code 4271, Management Grade 88. RESOLVED, further, That no additional funding is necessary to implement this change. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-41: Naming of Emergency Response Large Conference Room (ID #9157)
WHEREAS, Lee Shurtleff has been an employee of Tompkins County for 32 years, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff had been the Director of the Department of Emergency Response for 17 years, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff implemented the County Emergency Management Plan and program, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff implemented a consolidated dispatch center, merging four dispatch
centers into one, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff was instrumental in the construction and implementation of the 800mHz Emergency Communications System, including the Emergency Response Center and ten
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communications tower sites, creating true interoperability between first response agencies, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff oversaw other technological developments in the Emergency Response Center, including a Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System, in-vehicle mobile data and mapping systems, and paging system rebuild and enhancements, and WHEREAS, Mr. Shurtleff will be retiring April 1, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Government Operations
Committees, That in recognition of his service to Tompkins County and Emergency Services within the County, and as a lasting tribute to him, the Tompkins County Legislature hereby dedicates the large conference room in the Emergency Response Center to Lee Shurtleff and name it the Lee Shurtleff
Conference Room, effective April 1, 2020. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-42: Authorize Fee - Conveyance Notice - County Clerk (ID #9154)
WHEREAS, New York State Legislature has passed a law amending Real Property Law §291 to require that the County Clerk mail a written notice to the owner of record of a conveyance recorded in the Clerk’s office, and WHEREAS, the law states that the clerk of the county is entitled to charge a reasonable fee to cover the cost of mailing, and WHEREAS, in order to keep the fee charged consistent across the state, the New York State Association of County Clerks agree to recommend that the reasonable fee be charged at $10.00 for the
notice for each recording of a conveyance, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the County Clerk is authorized to charge the party seeking to record such conveyance a fee of $10.00 to cover the cost of mailing a notice of such conveyance. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-43: Authorization to Accept Funds from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate Program (ID #9203)
WHEREAS, it is of the policy of Tompkins County to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its facilities and vehicle fleet, and WHEREAS, the County applied for $15,000 in New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate Program funds to help acquire electric vehicles, and
WHEREAS, several County Departments purchased electric vehicles that satisfied the
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requirements of the DEC ZEV Rebate Program, and WHEREAS, the implementation of a County green fleet program supports the Tompkins County Comprehensive Plan (2015) policy to “reduce the use of fossil fuels in transportation” and supports the Tompkins County Energy Strategy (2019) to “undertake an inventory and analysis of its facilities and fleet to determine a financially sound path to net-zero emissions”, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy and Environmental Quality Committee, That Tompkins County accepts the DEC Rebate Program funds in support of the greening of
the County vehicle fleet, RESOLVED, further, That the County be authorized to record the $15,000 in rebate funds this
year to assist with green fleet implementation and achieving the goals of the County Energy Strategy, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments
to the 2020 budget: Revenues A8020.43089 Other State Aid $15,000 _______ TOTAL REVENUES $15,000 Expenditures A8020.54400 Program Expense $15,000 _______
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $15,000 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-44: Scheduling a Public Hearing for the Continuation of and Modifications to Agricultural District No. 1, Located on the East Side of Cayuga Lake and Encompassing the Towns of Caroline, Dryden, Groton, Lansing, and Parts of Danby and Ithaca (ID #9202)
WHEREAS, under New York State Agricultural District Law, it is required that agricultural districts be reviewed every eight years, allowing landowners to apply to become a part of or to remove all or part of their lands from the district, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature is the lead agency which must approve the formation of and changes in agricultural districts, and
WHEREAS, for Agricultural District No. 1, a public hearing must, according to law, be conducted, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the public hearing on the continuation and revisions to Agricultural District No. 1, located within the Towns of Caroline, Dryden, Groton, Lansing, and parts of Ithaca and Danby, be held at the County Legislature meeting scheduled for April 7, 2020, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the County Legislature is authorized to place proper notice of this public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-45: Adjustment to the 2020 Budget – Municipal Sales Tax Distribution Agreement (ID #9189)
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 87, adopted March 16, 1993, gave authorization for the County to enter into an agreement with the City of Ithaca for the distribution of sales tax proceeds, and
WHEREAS, under a March 26, 1998, agreement, the County directs sales tax revenue to fund certain programs within the City in amounts that increase or decrease yearly based on actual sales tax collections in the City of Ithaca during the prior budget year, and WHEREAS, actual collections within the City of Ithaca increased by 3.15% in 2019 over 2018, a better result than was anticipated, and WHEREAS, budget adjustments are therefore necessary to recognize the increase in sales tax compared to what was projected for and adopted in the 2020 Budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the
Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following 2020 budget adjustments:
Revenues: 2020 Budget
Amount Due in 2020 (based on 2019
Actuals)
Change
($)
County/City Program A6901.41111 $755,472 $776,908 $21,436
Appropriations:
County/City Program
A6901.54666 $755,472 $776,908 $21,436
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Advisory Board Appointment
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9168)
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Rachael E. Graham - County staff representative; term expires December 31, 2021
Kate Shanks-Booth - County staff representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board Mark Ochs - Agribusiness representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Graham Savio - Cooperative Extension representative; no set term
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Anne Koreman, Chair, reported the Committee met last week. She said she would like to get more people to serve on the Committee and encouraged those interested to apply. At the next meeting there will be a discussion of Committee goals. She thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for her leadership of this Committee since 2005.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Dawson, Vice Chair, reported the Committee met and took action on resolutions on the agenda of which many relate to strategic planning. She commented that Nick Helmholdt has provided assurance that the one of the things the Strategic Tourism Planning Board will be doing going forward is
evaluating and assessing how grants are awarded
Resolution No. 2020-46: Making a Negative Determination of Environmental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 47 of 2020: Endorsement of Strategic Tourism Plan - 2021-2027 (ID #9198)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 47 of 2020, the Tompkins County Legislature would endorse the updated Strategic Tourism Plan: 2021-2027, and
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WHEREAS, according to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) regulations, proposed actions that are not identified as a Type I or Type II Action are considered Unlisted Actions requiring the completion of a Short Environmental Assessment Form (EAF), and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate an Environmental Assessment Form with respect to that action, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature has determined that Resolution No. 47 of 2020 is an unlisted action,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby makes a negative declaration of environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 47 of 2020. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted (Short EAF on file in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature)
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Resolution No. 2020-47: Endorsement of Strategic Tourism Plan: 2021-2027 (ID #9196)
Mr. Klein said while he will vote in support of the Plan he does not necessarily support each of the actions contained in the Plan. Ms. Robertson recognized staff and the STPB for the work that went into the report. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also recognized work done by the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee that went into the Plan.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Rich John, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB), an official
County advisory board whose purpose is to advise the Tompkins County Legislature on all aspects of tourism development in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, according to the bylaws of the STPB, part of its mission is “To develop a tourism policy for review and adoption by the Tompkins County Legislature, to be developed with input from members of the community who are interested in and informed about local tourism development, and addressing all issues raised by reports and information pertinent to all aspects of tourism development”, and WHEREAS, the STPB has during the past years developed a Strategic Tourism Plan that references previous reports on tourism and incorporates input from members of various parts of the
community as represented on the STPB, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature endorses the Strategic Tourism Plan: 2021-2027 as developed by the STPB, RESOLVED, further, That the STPB keep the Legislature informed regarding developments related to the aims, policies, goals and actions outlined in the Strategic Tourism Plan: 2021-2027. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted (Short EAF on file in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature)
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Resolution No. 2020-48: Award of 2020 Arts and Culture Organizational Development Grants (ID #9195)
Mr. Sigler was granted permission to abstain from voting on this resolution due to his
employment.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 0]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
ABSTAIN: Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, the Community Arts Partnership (CAP) and the Tompkins County Legislature recognize that the local arts and cultural community is a valuable and unique asset, and that a need exists
to harness the power of the arts to grow tourism, and that strategic management and development of these assets will better serve visitors through well-planned marketing efforts, and
WHEREAS, the County contracts with CAP to develop and implement a plan for financial and operational development and capacity building of arts and cultural entities, and WHEREAS, the arts and cultural community could better position itself in the marketplace to attract more visitors to and enhance visitors’ stay in Tompkins County, thus generating more dollars into the local economy, and WHEREAS, a review of the Arts and Culture Organizational Development (ACOD) Grant in 2018 and 2019 led to modifications to the program eligibility and evaluation criteria, and WHEREAS, CAP has requested and reviewed applications from organizations for the ACOD
Grants for 2020 with the advice of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That
the following Arts and Culture Organizational Development Grants be awarded in 2020:
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Organization 2020 Award
Cayuga Chamber Orchestra $23,400 Cinemapolis $27,000 Community School Of Music And Arts $8,000
Hangar Theatre $25,000
Ithaca Children's Garden $15,000
Kitchen Theatre Company $27,000
Opera Ithaca $5,000
Paleontological Research Institution $34,700 Running To Places Theatre Company $15,000 Sciencenter $27,000
The Cherry Arts, Inc. $5,000
The History Center In Tompkins County $24,000
The State Theatre Of Ithaca $24,750
Trumansburg Conservatory Of Fine Arts $6,150
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to sign any
agreements with the recipients and CAP pertaining to this program. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-49: 2020 Tourism Budget Adjustment (ID #9194)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a variety of grant programs through its Tourism Program using funds drawn entirely from Hotel Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has a policy to allow these grant programs to roll allocated but unspent grant funds from a given year into the next year, and WHEREAS, the source for this budget adjustment is allocated but unspent funds from the previous year, and WHEREAS, all specific awards and allocations of grant funds for the grant programs in question will be made by the Tompkins County Legislature upon the recommendation of the STPB through the typical grant application, review and award processes for those programs, and
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WHEREAS, the STPB voted to recommend these budget adjustments at its January 15, 2020, meeting, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustments for 2020: Expenditure: 6475.54444 Tourism Capital Grants $44,326 Expenditure: 6475.54444 Community Celebration Grants $ 1,162 Expenditure: 6475.54444 Tourism Project Grants $ 3,014
Expenditure: 6475.54497 STI Grants $12,650 Expenditure: 6475.54444 ACOD Grants $ 600 ======
$61,752 Revenue: 6475.41113 Room Tax $61,752 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-50: Amendment of the 2020 Tompkins County Budget to Reflect Appropriation of 2020-2021 Budgets for the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council and Authorization to Implement the Amendment (ID #9185)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, Tompkins County serves as the Host Agency for the Ithaca-Tompkins County
Transportation Council, the Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Ithaca-Tompkins County area, and WHEREAS, the County has a contract with the New York State Department of Transportation to provide funding for the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council through grants provided by the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration, and WHEREAS, the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council has grant authorizations for its 2020-2021 fiscal year, beginning April 1, 2020, and ending March 31, 2021, in the amounts of $307,741 from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and $41,953 from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and
WHEREAS, the Policy Committee of the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council has adopted resolution 2020-01, APPROVAL OF THE 2020-2021 ITHACA-TOMPKINS COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COUNCIL OPERATING BUDGET, which requests that the Host Agency (Tompkins
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County) take the appropriate actions to fully implement said operating budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the budgets for the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council, as presented in "ATTACHMENT A" to this resolution, be amended in the 2020 Tompkins County budget and that the County Finance Director be authorized to expend such funds for the period from April 1, 2020, through March 31, 2021. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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ATTACHMENT A
2020-2021 ITCTC Operating Budget
CODE DESCRIPTION
FHWA 5656
FTA 5657 TOTALS
REVENUES:
.4959 FEDERAL AID GRANT $280,326 $41,953 $322,279
REPROGRAMMED FUNDS $27,415 $0 $27,415
TOTAL REVENUES $307,741 $41,953 $349,694
EXPENSES:
COMBINED SALARIES 194,480 26,269 220,749
.8800 FRINGE 93,078 12,572 105,650
.2206 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 500 0 500
.2210 OTHER EQUIPMENT 0 0 0
.2214 FURNITURE & FIXTURES 400 0 400
.2230 COMPUTER SOFTWARE 300 0 300
.4303 OFFICE SUPPLIES 500 0 500
.4330 PRINTING 5,500 250 5,750
.4332 BOOKS/PUBLICATIONS 200 0 200
.4342 FOOD 200 0 200
.4400 PROGRAM EXPENSE 0 0 0
.4402 LEGAL ADVERTISING 500 250 750
.4412 TRAVEL/TRAINING 500 500 1,000
.4414 LOCAL MILEAGE 700 500 1,200
.4416 PROFESSIONAL DUES 300 300 600
.4424 EQUIPMENT RENTAL 100 500 600
.4425 SERVICE CONTRACTS 1,200 0 1,200
.4432 RENT 500 0 500
.4442 PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
FEES 5,375 0 5,375
.4452 POSTAGE SERVICES 488 512 1,000
.4472 TELEPHONE 720 0 720
.4618 INTERDEPARTMENTAL
CHARGE 2,200 300 2,500
TOTAL EXPENSES 307,741 41,953 $349,694
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Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported there needs to be increased participation as Census Day is only one month away. He announced an event will be held on March 20th at the Public Library and will be attended by Asssemblywoman Lifton. He stressed the importance of having a full count and explained
the many areas that will be affected by the outcome of this effort.
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Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee met on February 20th and spent a lot of time discussing Bail Reform and Discovery Reform; he said this will be a topic the Committee will continue to discuss in the coming months. The Committee also began talking about priorities for 2020. At the next meeting on March 19th, the Committee will receive a report from LaBella Associates on the conditions assessment of the Public Safety Building.
Resolution No. 2020-51: Appropriation from Contingent Fund to Cover Cost of Dedicated Internet Service - District Attorney (ID #9180)
Adopted by short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, statewide Criminal Justice Reforms took effect on January 1, 2020, specifically Article 245 of the New York State Criminal Procedure Law which requires that the District Attorney’s Office provide full discovery, including body worn camera videos and other video evidence, to individuals charged with criminal offenses within fifteen (15) days of arraignment, and
WHEREAS, in the past the District Attorney’s Office has exclusively utilized the Internet service available to all Tompkins County departments, said services having been provided by the County at no cost to the individual departments, and
WHEREAS, the District Attorney’s Office is experiencing an exponentially greater demand for video downloads, based upon the additional requirements imposed by Article 245 of the Criminal
Procedure Law, which has caused an overwhelming strain on the County Internet service, using substantially all the available bandwidth, and has detrimentally affected other County departments, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County Information Technology Services has determined that the best course of action to remedy the District Attorney’s Office current over-use of the County Internet service would be for the District Attorney’s Office to use a separate, dedicated Internet service connection for the data transfer requirements, the cost of which would be $411.00 per month for 50 Megabyte dedicated Internet access, for an annual cost of $4,932.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make the following budget
appropriation for 2020:
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FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 4,932.00 TO: A1165.54442 Professional Services $ 4,932.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-52: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Equipment - Sheriff's Office (ID #9178)
Mr. John responded to Ms. Robertson and stated the Sheriff's Department is now allowed to accept board-ins from other counties. The resolution was adopted by short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature, by Resolution No. 2019-242 of November 11, 2019, authorized an increase to the Corrections Division revenue due to unanticipated board-in income received from surrounding counties, and WHEREAS, there was an increase in the departmental equipment line in the Corrections Division to cover the 2019 purchase of bullet-proof vests for Correction Officers performing transport duties using the board-in income to cover the cost, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2019-242, directed that the Director of Finance was authorized to execute a budget adjustment for fiscal year 2019 to cover the cost of purchasing the department
equipment, and WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office was able to purchase a portion of the Corrections Equipment
needed in 2019, but due to ordering complications was unable to encompass the entirety of the purchase of equipment, and WHEREAS, the funds appropriated by the Legislature in Resolution No. 2019-242 for the equipment were not fully expended in 2019, and the remainder is expected to be paid in 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following 2020 budget transfer from the Contingent Fund:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $27,365.00 TO: A3150.52220 Department Equipment $27,365.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-53: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement-Pay Reimbursement - Sheriff's Office (ID #9160)
Adopted by short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office had six (6) employees out on disability leave or 207C as of August 14, 2019, to December 8, 2019, greater than two months, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement-pay reimbursement to
the Department from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2019: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $176,082.00
TO: A3113.51000419 Deputy Sheriff $ 49,085.00 A3113.58800 Fringes $ 23,958.00
A3150.51000406 Corrections Officer $ 69,242.00 A3150.58800 Fringes $ 33,797.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-54: Appropriation from Contingent Fund to Cover Expenses of Private Laboratory - District Attorney (ID #9155)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked for clarification on which cases would need to be tested. Mr. Van Houten, District Attorney, said the State Police lab has never been willing to test misdemeanor quantities of substances and prior to Criminal Justice Reform, a lab report was not needed to prosecute these cases; a field test was sufficient to proceed to trial. He noted that he does not want to prosecute people for these misdemeanor cases but does want to incentivize them into an alternative-to-incarceration program and that cannot be done if there is no possibility for prosecution. The ability to test these substances is something he would like to do very selectively as he believes there are people who very much need to be
in a treatment court. He added that $10,000 may not be enough for this and he may return with another request.
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The resolution was adopted by short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, statewide Criminal Justice Reforms took effect on January 1, 2020, specifically Article 245 of the New York State Criminal Procedure Law which requires that the District Attorney’s Office provide full laboratory testing results to those individuals charged with narcotics offenses within fifteen (15) days of arraignment, and WHEREAS, in the past the District Attorney’s Office has exclusively utilized the services of the
New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center to test suspected narcotics, said testing services having been provided at no cost to the County, and WHEREAS, the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center is experiencing an exponentially greater demand for its services in 2020 based upon the additional requirements imposed by Article 245 of the Criminal Procedure Law, and WHEREAS, based upon the significantly greater demand for its services, the New York State
Police Forensic Investigation Center cannot provide testing services for misdemeanor level narcotics charges, and
WHEREAS, the ability to prosecute misdemeanor level narcotics offenses is inextricably related to the participation of individuals facing substance abuse challenges in the Tompkins County alternatives-to-incarceration programs, specifically the Ithaca City Treatment Court, and WHEREAS, accredited laboratory testing of suspected narcotics is available through a private laboratory for a fee of $403.00 per case, plus shipping expenses, and the District Attorney anticipates that there will be more than twenty individuals charged with misdemeanor level narcotics offenses for which testing services would be necessary, and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the County that the District Attorney’s Office has the ability to prosecute misdemeanor level narcotics offenses, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make the following budget
appropriation for 2020: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 10,000.00
TO: A1165.54442 Professional Services $ 10,000.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee has set its schedule for the third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. At the next meeting there will be discussion of 2020 priorities.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on February 20th and received a report from Barbara Eckstrom, Director of the Department of Recycling and Materials Management, on the recycling situation. He said the County is fortunate to have long-term recycling contracts in place and operators are
managing to operate within the terms of the contract. He said the County will likely be looking at higher costs when new contracts are put into place; those discussions will begin this year. Mr. Lane also provided an update on the status of bridge projects and the Route 13 study that is underway.
Resolution No. 2020-55: Establishment of a Consolidated Facilities Charge - Rental Car - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9191)
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Michael Lane
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is the owner and operator of the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport and is empowered to establish, fix, and collect fees and charges for its use and operation, and
WHEREAS, New York General Business Law - GBS § 396-z., Rental vehicle protections, authorizes an airport operator to establish a “consolidated facilities charge” for the finance, design,
construction, and operation of consolidated airport facilities constructed by or on behalf of the airport operator or its governing entity to be jointly used by all rental vehicle companies operating at an airport pursuant to a concession agreement between the airport operator and a rental car company, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has entered into rental car concession agreements with Avis Budget Car Rental, LLC and Blakeslee Enterprises, LLC, a franchisee of the Hertz Corporation, Inc., and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has entered into land lease agreements with Avis Budget Car Rental, LLC and Blakeslee Enterprises, LLC, a franchisee of the Hertz Corporation, Inc. for the purpose of constructing facilities located on the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to service and store their rental cars, and WHEREAS, those facility agreements will expire December 31, 2020, and Tompkins County intends to ensure that quality rental car facilities will be maintained beyond that period of time, and
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WHEREAS, additional rental car companies have indicated to the Airport Director a desire to operate a rental car concession at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, inadequate consolidated airport facilities exist to accommodate an additional rental car concessionaire at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County believes it to be in the best interest of the traveling public to provide adequate consolidated airport facilities to permit additional rental car companies to operate from and service and store their rental vehicles at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby establishes a consolidated facilities
charge at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to be recovered by a rental car concessionaire from its renters for each rental car transaction day at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, to maintain existing facilities, and finance the planning, design, and construction of expanded consolidated airport facilities to
accommodate the operations of current and additional rental car concessionaires, RESOLVED, further, That: 1. The Airport Director is hereby authorized to establish the consolidated facilities charge in the amount of $3.00 per transaction day, and to periodically adjust the per transaction day amount, as he/she deems advisable. 2. The consolidated facilities charge will be collected by the rental car concessionaires for all cars rented for twenty-four (24) or fewer hours for the first transaction day, and thereafter for every succeeding transaction day, or portion thereof.
3. The term “consolidated facilities charge” shall encompass within its meaning other similar terms that the Airport Director may authorize the rental car companies to utilize when disclosing the charge to its customers, and on its customer rental agreements, including but not limited to “customer facility charge”.
4. The consolidated facilities charge shall be collected by all rental car companies operating at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport pursuant to a concession agreement between Tompkins County and said rental car companies. 5. The consolidated facilities charge collected by the rental car companies shall be held in trust by the rental car companies for the benefit of the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport and shall be remitted monthly to Tompkins County in accordance with procedures established by the County Finance Director. 6. Rental car companies and their agents hold only a possessory interest in the consolidated facilities charge, and no legal or equitable interest.
7. Collection of the consolidated facilities charge shall commence no later than sixty (60) days from the effective date of this Resolution. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-56: Authorization to Transfer Funds from the Airport Fund Balance to the Airport Operating Budget for Professional Services - Consultant Fees - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9192)
Adopted by short roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport is undergoing a large project and the need for
a formal business plan and financial planning services was identified, a Request for Proposals resulted in one response, Ricondo and Associates, Inc., located in Chicago, Illinois: Ricondo & Associates, Inc. $248,756 WHEREAS, the proposal met the requirements and a contract was awarded, per Resolution 2019 - 175, to Ricondo & Associates, Inc., following the budget adjustment requested below,
WHEREAS, the 2019 expenditures totaled $26,733, leaving a remaining contract balance of $222,023, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the costs associated with the project that will be incurred in 2020 be paid for by using funds from the Airport Fund Balance, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020: DECREASE CT30909000 Airport Fund Balance $222,023 INCREASE CT5610.54442 Professional Services $222,023 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
The Committee will meet the first Thursday of each month at 1:45 p.m. and will discuss goals and priorities for the year as well as the redistricting process.
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, thanked Ms. Koreman for keeping the subject of electric vehicles in the forefront. The Committee will meet the fourth Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. At the last meeting there was discussion of goals for the year with members wanting to finish the Forest Management Plan
and look closely at energy advocacy and water advocacy, including looking at what services the County
provides in terms of water quality. Discussion topics also include agriculture, sustainable energy installations, and waste reduction.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on March 9th at 10 a.m. The regular meeting time for the Committee will be at 3 p.m. on the second Monday of each Month. She encouraged Legislators to attend the March 6th and March 9th meetings with the Communications Director
candidates.
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess from 7:43 p.m. to 7:48 p.m.
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to enter into executive session at 7:48 p.m. to discuss real estate negotiations. Mr. John was excused at 8:42 p.m. The meeting returned to open session at 9:02 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:02 pm.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Present
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Present
Henry Granison Member Present
Rich John Member Present
Anna Kelles Member Present
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Present
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Present
Glenn Morey Member Present
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Present
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the proclamation, as written by Legislator Robertson, declaring the month of March 2020 as Women's History Month in Tompkins County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne accepted the proclamation on behalf of all women today who are voting and in celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment and the brave women who fought to win suffrage rights for women
and commemorating that day in 1920 on which most American women earned their right to vote.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said there would not be an executive session this evening. She discussed the current situation with COVID-19 and the flexibility of the Open Meetings Law to allow Legislators to attend remotely to participate in this evening's meeting. Legislators Amanda Champion and Martha Robertson are on the phone. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also discussed the difference in the meeting this evening as the meeting
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is closed to the public. She said many comments were received and reported the following names of those that submitted statements and the topic of interest:
• Gary Ferguson, Downtown Ithaca Alliance Executive Director - urging support of the Resolution entitled Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center
• John Guttridge, Managing Member, Urban Core, LLC, - urging support of the Resolution entitled Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in
Support of a Community Conference Center
• Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield Board Member - opposing the Resolution entitled Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center
Ms. Kelles also said a statement was received from Deirdre Kurzweil of Sunny Days of Ithaca urging support of the Resolution entitled Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center.
Ms. Champion and Ms. Dawson said a statement was received from Stephen Engleman, Ithaca resident, opposing the Resolution entitled Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and
Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Pursuant to Governor Cuomo’s Executive Order No. 202.1, the meeting was closed to the public.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne requested that Town of Enfield Councilperson Robert Lynch’s statement below be submitted in the record under the Municipal Official(s) report:
“Under your revised Public Access protocols, please enter the following comments into the record of your Legislature’s March 17, 2020 meeting under Public Privilege of the Floor. “To: The Legislature “I approach your body tonight first and foremost as a resident and taxpayer of Tompkins County. But additionally, I speak as a Councilperson of the Town of Enfield. While my comments in no way
represent any official position by the Town of Enfield or its Town Board, they do, nonetheless, represent me as a member of my Town’s duly-elected legislative body and as a representative of my constituents. I respectfully urge you to accord my position appropriate weight as you receive these comments and deliberate tonight regarding the matter that I address. “I wish to comment on Resolution No. 9245; the “Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center.” “Like so much occurring today; changes in our lives, in our obligations, and in our future, I urge that you respond tonight to this Resolution by taking a reasoned and necessary pause. I urge you to table Resolution No. 9245 and refer it back to the Housing and Economic Development Committee for further consideration. Barring such action, I urge you to defeat the afore-mentioned Resolution. It is unwise.
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“We must all adapt to a “new normal.” We must learn from our shared experiences that evolved subsequent to the attacks of September 11, 2001. We must understand, respect and bow to the reality that America, post-coronavirus, will never again be the same. What made sense just six weeks ago, when your Legislature adopted, in concept, its initial support for the $31.5 Million Downtown Ithaca Conference Center, may not make sense today. Its logic is outdated. This grandiose Conference Center initiative was acknowledged to be a risky experiment back then. “Rational minds must now multiply that risk many times in light of today’s reality.
“Even before the coronavirus epidemic hit with the impact felt tonight, leaders in my rural community, Enfield, urged caution. I quote Enfield Supervisor Beth McGee, responding to our
County Legislator, Anne Koreman, March 11th, McGee seemingly encountering the Conference Center proposal at first impression:
“Supervisor McGee to Legislator Koreman: “The numbers seem pretty vague and your understanding of them seems pretty vague. So I’m wondering how solid you need to be on the information before you’d approve it.” “Legislator Koreman in response: “I wasn’t happy with the study, myself. Every time I looked at it, and someone tried to explain more to me… (pause), I don’t feel comfortable with it.” “Legislator Koreman added, “I’m on the fence, let’s put it that way.” “Wise appraisal, Anne. Tonight’s Resolution would commit a seemingly-modest four per cent (4%) of County hotel room occupancy gross tax revenues annually to the City of Ithaca in support of the Conference Center for the next 30 years, namely through 2050. But the Resolution falls woefully short when it comes to placing firm fences around potential long-term taxpayer obligations for the project, and it begs questions only a skeptic like me would dare to ask.
“The City of Ithaca first sought a 50/50 split in City-County financial guarantees. I’m glad you’ve slammed shut the door to that idea. According to Legislator Koreman, in her presentation to our
Board, equal sharing could have put our county in the hole for three-quarter Million Dollars annually should the Conference Center, in her words, “for some reason go belly- up.” “Yet, continuing the argument, what if this project, indeed, does go belly-up? What if the County’s 4% Room Tax stipend-an estimated $120,000 a year-falls far short of what’s needed? Moreover, what if the New Reality of the post-coronavirus hospitality industry brings in merely a fraction of the 120 Thousand? Who fills the gap? Who gets asked to cough up more? Whose pockets become the deepest? “Experience teaches me that when all else fails, the financial well from which revenue most readily springs is the local property taxpayer. Only he or she holds landed wealth stubbornly unmovable, seldom-variable, and always assessable. Governmental guarantees matter. Leaders under pressure all
too often alter their tempered promises of the past. Bankers must be paid. Developers threaten suit. Politicians conveniently forget yesterday’s prudence.
“Here’s my post-coronavirus fear: Face-to-face conferences, amid the risk of not just today’s contagions, but also the irrational expectation of tomorrow’s, may soon become relics left behind with the close of the new millennium’s first two decades. We meet online now, planners will say. That’s our
new normal, our safe new normal. Save your small-city, out-of-the-way, cannot- find-a-place to-park
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Ithaca Conference Center for local weddings, or maybe a gun show or two. “In a down market for professional conferences, do we really think Ithaca has the infrastructure and the competitive advantage to succeed? We’re tens of miles from the nearest Interstate expressway. Downtown parking lacks ample capacity, too many spaces gobbled up by the overpriced hotels. Let’s stop believing the hometown hype and succumbing to the allure of Ithaca-centric cheerleading. Other cities possess advantages that Ithaca does not. Please view those studies skeptically, not through rose-colored glasses. And remember, they were researched and authored before COVID-19 was ever given a name.
“Let the City of Ithaca risk its capital, should it choose. Their leaders hold the right to make their own choices, their own mistakes, and stand accountable to their own taxpayers. You, on the other hand, the
14 leaders we’ve elected to head our county’s government-at least, many of you-have a different constituency. We in Enfield lack the hotels, the shops, and the restaurants which might benefit marginally from a $31 Million Downtown potential money sink. We only possess the people whose
tax revenue you may need someday to prop it up. “Do not surrender to the pressure of big-city bankers, or the only-bottom-line-matters developers. They can wait, just as we all must wait, wait and reorient our existence, as now a potential killer, one we cannot see, invades our county and endangers our lives. Please table Resolution No. 9245 tonight. Or else defeat it and be done with it. Like so many other brave initiatives we’ve forced ourselves to undertake these recent days, act tonight for the good of our community. “History will likely vindicate you.”
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Robertson recognized the passing of Congressman Richard Hanna. He passed away on Sunday at the age of 69 from cancer. Tompkins County was a small piece of his district and he was a support to the County.
Mr. John wanted to note the practice of social distancing in relation to a recent passing of Jim Case, an athletic trainer at Cornell, who was a close friend of his and due to the current social situation, cannot have an appropriate funeral service.
Mr. Lane expressed his appreciation and said he is proud of the response from the County’s employees and administrators within Tompkins County in this difficult time.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne recognized the outstanding work done by many County leaders for the 24/7 operations in regard to COVID-19 in the community as an emergency and instant response team. Information is changing moment by moment and it will be important to keep the community informed. She also thanked the community as partners in this. She listened to the All Things Equal radio show and quoted Dr. Luvelle Brown of Ithaca City School District, "Don’t go to the store and buy food for 55 families; leave food for those who live paycheck to paycheck."
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided an update to the Legislature on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and the complexity of it is unprecedented. There is no way to predict this experience. In the first press conference last Monday, it was discussed as being low risk. Public Health Director Frank Kruppa and the
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public health team have been involved since mid-January regarding the monitoring of those that have traveled internationally. Up to about 15-20 staff that have been taken out of their normal positions and put into the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Amie Hendrix, Deputy County Administrator, is acting as the chief officer of the EOC. Some are working 12 hour shifts and staff is being rotated in and out. The County is in the infancy stages of this response and he expects more staff being added to EOC from other Departments. He commented the response from staff and community partners has been exceptional and phenomenal. Staff has stepped up and willing to help wherever they can, even in environments they are not familiar with. NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) commended Tompkins County for doing what we are doing. Mr. Molino believes the risk remains low because the
County is prepared. Mr. Kruppa, Director of the Public Health Department, was present to discuss the current
situation regarding COVID-19 in Tompkins County. He commended the teamwork that has taken place over the last 8 weeks and the County Administrator’s approach to this. Difficult decisions are being made with little notice and less than perfect information regarding this. The County has been dealing with this
since January due to the higher number of international travel within Tompkins County because our community is different. As things have evolved, the transition has been to tracking folks that are ill and this has been complicated by the worst flu season the County has seen in a while. Tompkins County currently has three known confirmed cases of COVID-19, as of this afternoon. When someone is symptomatic, they quarantine the individual, test, and monitor the individual. If an individual tests positive, the Health Department goes back two days before the individual was showing symptoms and begins to investigate who they've been in contact with. The reason they aren't releasing a lot of information regarding the individuals that have tested positive is that those individuals have the right to privacy, especially in the age of social media and information spreading. A brief discussion followed concerning the need for child care in the area as schools are closed
due to COVID-19. Mr. Molino said he issued an order to close licensed daycare centers effective today. There are conversations that have taken place with TST BOCES, Cayuga Medical Center, and the local childcare providers about these issues. There was also a brief discussion about Meals on Wheels and Ms. Kelles said she has been in close contact with Foodnet and to date they are still operational. Ms. Black commented that they are in
need of volunteers to help package food for a 14-day period. In response to questions raised about people being quarantined but are being seen out, Mr. Kruppa stated that there are a significant number of people in quarantine. They are making contact once a day with those individuals to make sure they are still in quarantine. Everyone needs to take personal responsibility and be compliant with quarantine. If they are quarantined, they are asymptomatic. Mr. Kruppa spoke about testing parameters and said they are trying to make testing more available. The tests are not done here in the County; the test happens at certified laboratories. The sample collection is done here and then sent to the labs. The New York State Department of Health has implemented testing criteria and has been following those to date. Cayuga Medical Center has opened a
small drive thru testing facility to drive people away from the hospital. Individuals need an order from their doctor in order to go to the drive through clinic. In response to a question concerning a curfew for the County, Mr. Molino said he does not see that happening at this point but will discuss with Mr. Kruppa if or when it comes to that. He would look for guidance from the State on this issue.
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Mr. Kruppa addressed questions concerning the capacity of beds within the hospital and stated that there is nuance in the number. They have multiple ways for the hospital to care for critical patients. The hospital is constantly monitoring what their capacity is. If there is a concern, it becomes a community decision. It’s important not to focus on the numbers as they can be very specific and not true to the current situation. Mr. Kruppa said the science behind this virus is still being developed in how long people are asymptomatic before actually becoming contagious. The incubation period in humans is anywhere from 2-14 days, with the average being 6 days.
Mr. Molino addressed the question about the County’s reduced workforce and stated that the County implemented 15 days of emergency personal leave and this amount of time was established to get
employees to spring break that the schools would be normally having in three weeks, when people are either using personal/vacation time at work to care for their children or they are finding alternate care. He did state that they would be re-evaluating this in the next 7-10 days.
In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Kruppa said they have not established community spread, the risk hasn't changed. Ms. Robertson spoke about the mixed messages she is hearing about exposure in the community and believes it would benefit everyone to have as clear a message as possible. Mr. Kruppa agreed and said they want to slow the virus for two reasons - to study the disease and to have the resources needed to treat the disease. Because we don't know the extent in the community, exposure needs to be limited. People are being asked to limit community spread by social distancing so the medical community is not overwhelmed.
In response to the question about unemployment, Mr. Molino said unemployment benefits can be applied for online or over the phone. The State is experiencing overloads in both of those avenues. He will provide this information and it is on a press release they will be releasing tomorrow. Mr. Kruppa spoke about the testing and stated the turnaround time varies on where the samples go. It could be anywhere from 24 hours or 4 to 5 days. The advice that is given is the same as when
you're symptomatic as when the individual becomes a case. If you're sick stay home, if you feel you need to go to the hospital, go. The process of notifications to those who have had contact with a positive individual depends on where the sample went. The first one to know is the healthcare provider that ordered the test. The Health Department is always notifying the client before anyone else is notified. If a press release has been released, the individual has already been notified that they have tested positive. There are public health laws that require the Health Department to report positive tests. The State has required labs to report this to them as well so it is likely the State is notified almost simultaneously as the local Health Department and the individual.
Mr. Lane spoke of Congress trying to put together a relief bill. He hopes the County is keeping in mind that it may be able to get some relief later on financially. Mr. Molino said those conversations have taken place and there are accounting systems to track goods and services; they are also working on payroll tracking to put the County in a better position to track the costs to the County as a result of COVID-19. The Health Department has had a COVID-19 code since the end of January.
Mr. Molino reported the Governor postponed village elections until April 28th, as they were
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supposed to be held tomorrow. If there is another executive order, they may be postponed again. Ms. Champion thanked both Mr. Molino and Mr. Kruppa for everything they are doing. She asked if there is any talk of closing non-essential retail businesses. Mr. Molino said that direction comes from the Governor, to date he has not heard that but it doesn't mean it isn't a conversation being had at higher levels. He is in contact with Governor’s office at least once a day. In response to a question about homeless shelters, Mr. Molino said the Social Services Commissioner has had continued discussions on what to do if someone is exhibiting symptoms and the
plan that they have in place. He recognized that this population is difficult to track in general. Mr. Klein asked about the memorandum regarding County personnel and wanted to know more
about what emergency leave is. Mr. Molino stated that the emergency leave was created for the need of the response to the COVID-19. If someone needs to be quarantined, it covers that. If someone needs to take care of dependent care, it covers that. If someone's dependent is quarantined, it covers that. If their
job cannot be done remotely, it can be used to cover that as the Governor reduced staffing by 50%. If the person's remote work cannot take up a full work week, this emergency leave can be used to supplement that. This is all done at full pay. As a follow-up to the homeless question, Mr. Molino said there are outreach workers and other community organizations that have clear guidance on how to address it. Emergency responders are prepared and aware of how to handle it. In response to the question about independent contractors (cleaners, etc.), Mr. Molino said there isn't any specificity around them still receiving pay but does encourage those individuals to practice good hygiene.
A brief discussion followed concerning mental health issues and that isolation is not good for that. Mr. Kruppa stated that crisis services will continue. The suicide crisis line is still available and the Mental Health Department is going to be down to essential services only due to the workforce reduction. Crisis lines are still available and Mr. Kruppa encouraged those to still use the services. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also encouraged employees to use EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services and asked
individuals to reach out to neighbors to make sure they are doing okay. This is going to be a community effort. In response to Ms. Robertson, it was noted that nursing homes are closed for visitors now, the Governor has ordered that. Testing of individuals will only be done on the sick. As long as the public is not allowed in, it will prevent the disease from getting in. In response to another question about a list of seniors existing that live alone that the Legislature could be a part of volunteering to make phone calls to check in; Mr. Molino said he will suggest this to the team.
Ms. Koreman asked about requests for extra equipment to accommodate staffing to remotely work from the Legislature; Mr. Molino stated that the state of emergency allowed him to do this already. In response to Mrs. McBean-Clairborne’s question about someone developing symptoms at work and the person goes to their healthcare provider, what do the other employees do. Mr. Kruppa said people should be directed to the Health Department’s website and the FAQ’s portion. He further commented
that just because someone has symptoms doesn't mean they're going to test positive.
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Mr. Molino spoke about the County’s workforce and said the Governor put out a directive to reduce workforce by 50% in order to reduce person-to-person contact. Today was a planning day for Department Heads for a directive to be effective March 18th. We were able to reduce the workforce by 60% exceeding the directive. A press release will go out tomorrow to notify the public of the changes. He reviewed some of the impacts of this reduction and the efforts being made to help some employees to work remotely. He further spoke about possible budget implications; revenues may be down in some areas and expenditures may be affected. NYSAC stated that counties should expect to have significant cuts to their
budget. Mr. Molino commended Mr. Kruppa for his outstanding performance during this crisis; the
county is fortunate to have someone as strong as him in this role.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne used this opportunity to discuss comments she has received from people
who are concerned about being harassed in the community. She spoke of the harassment Asian American people are experiencing during this time and asked that this not happen and not to pin it on any one group of people. People should not be made to feel threatened or uncomfortable in their own community. If you see it, interrupt it and lend support to those being harassed. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne made the following appointments to various special negotiating teams: Corrections Union: Rich John, Anne Koreman Road Patrol/Civil Division: Henry Granison, Mike Lane CSEA Blue Collar: Shawna Black, Glenn Morey CSEA White Collar: Shawna Black
Tompkins Cortland Community College Faculty: Mike Lane
PAA: Shawna Black Adjunct: Glenn Morey CSEA: Glenn Morey
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood attended remotely and stated that he is currently on quarantine. He commended and thanked the leadership in place for doing all that they have done.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder attended the meeting remotely and said he had no report. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked Mr. Snyder to discuss the Tobacco Securitization Corporation Board meeting that took place yesterday. Mr. Snyder commented that it was a very productive meeting and they accomplished all the activities needed.
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Black, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Calling for Statewide Issuance of Temporary Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures During State of Emergency. A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 12, Noes - 2 (Legislators Granison and Sigler). MOTION CARRIED. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
Appointments and resolutions were adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9228)
Youth Services Board Margaret Kirchgessner - Town of Danby representative; term expires December 31, 2022
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Larry Roberts - Community member representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Robert Brown - Community member representative; term expires December 31, 2020
Resolution No. 2020-57: Authorizing Social Services to Accept National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) Family Assessment Response (FAR) Grant (ID #9226)
WHEREAS, the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) encourages local social services districts to operate Family Assessment Response (FAR) programs, which represent an alternative to the standard Child Protective Services (CPS) investigative response to reports of
suspected child abuse or neglect, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County’s Social Services Department was an early-adopter of the FAR
model and remains one of just 17 districts operating FAR programs within the State, and WHEREAS, the OCFS has awarded the Department a $5,263 grant from the National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) to improve its FAR program, and WHEREAS, the funds are specifically intended “to be used to provide tangible supports for short-term stabilization of families in crisis… to meet important family needs where there are no other free resources available”, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Department of Social Services is authorized to accept this NCCAN FAR grant and to expend the funds
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according to OCFS’ guidance, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance make the following adjustments to the Department’s 2020 Budget: Social Services Appropriation: 6010.54400 Program Expense $5,263 Revenue: 6010.42770 Other Misc. Revenue $5,263 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-58: Authorizing 2020 Federal Transit Administration Section 5311 Grant Application for TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit) and Tompkins County (ID #9217)
WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to
make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5311 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation (NYS DOT) as the designated recipient of the FTA (Federal Transit Administration) Section 5311 Rural Formula Transit Program solicited for applications for the years 2019-2020, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins is an eligible applicant for the Section 5311, and coordinated with Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc., Gadabout Transportation Services, Inc., and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County to identify and select operating assistance, capital and mobility management projects, and
WHEREAS, the draft program of projects was published for public comment on February 10, 2020, and WHEREAS, the County desires to apply for Section 5311 and NYS DOT funds for the following projects:
5311 Projects Federal State TCAT Local Total
TCAT Rural Bus for Expansion (qty 1) $384,000 $48,000 $48,000 $- $480,000
TCAT Facility Design $200,000 $25,000 $25,000 $- $250,000
TCAT Mobility Management (Travel
Training)
$5,500 $688 $688 $- $6,875
Gadabout ITS Project $292,000 $36,500 $- $36,500 $365,000
Gadabout Replacement Buses (qty 12) $753,600 $94,200 $- $94,200 $942,000
County MaaS ITS $85,000 $10,625 $- $10,625 $106,250
County Mobility Management (MaaS) $60,000 $7,500 $- $7,500 $75,000
County Mobility Management
(Way2Go & MoveTogetherNY, 2019-
$459,732 $57,467 $- $57,467 $574,665
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2020)
County Mobility Management
(Conferences & Meetings)
$20,000 $2,500 $- $2,500 $25,000
TCAT Operating Assistance: (2019-20) $533,000 $3,437,434 $3,131,949 $- $7,102,383
Total $2,792,832 $3,719,913 $3,205,637 $208,792 $9,927,173
, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the New York State Department of Transportation
for the 2019-2020 FTA Section 5311 Grant with a total budget of $9,927,173 including Federal, New York State, TCAT, Gadabout and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and other local sources,
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee is authorized to sign:
1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project. 3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT Inc., Gadabout Inc, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County and any third-party subcontractors necessary to complete the projects, if applicable. RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution shall be sent to all State and Federal
Representatives, including United States Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand; United States Congressman Tom Reed; New York State Senators Thomas O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming; New York State Assemblymember Barbara Lifton; and New York State Governor Andrew
Cuomo. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-59: Approval of 2020 Succession of Members of the County Legislature to Serve in the Absence of the Chair and Vice Chair (ID #9224)
WHEREAS, Section 2.06 of the County Charter, specifies the succession of members of the Legislature be designated annually by resolution to serve in the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That based on Legislator tenure the following order of succession of County Legislators for the year 2020 or until successors are appointed be approved to serve in the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair: Michael E. Lane
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Martha Robertson Dave McKenna SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-60: Approval of Appointment to the Tompkins County Council of Governments (TCCOG) (ID #9219)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Council of Governments is an association of local governments organized to provide a forum of discussion, study, and negotiation leading to agreements for
more efficient, improved, and/or less costly delivery of government services, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Shawna Black
be appointed as a member and Leslyn McBean-Clairborne be appointed as the alternate member to the Tompkins County Council of Governments (TCCOG). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-61: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 01-49: Public Notification of Construction Activities, Policy 02-09: Separation and Reinstatement of Employees from County Employment, and Policy 04-12: Reinstated Employees (ID #9211)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 01-49: Public Notification of Construction Activities is a new policy which outlines County policies and procedures for public notification and communication regarding construction
projects within the County’s right-of-way, and WHEREAS, Policy 02-09: Separation and Reinstatement of Employees from County
Employment has not been reviewed in over five years, and contains updates to definitions, policies and procedures, and
WHEREAS, Policy 04-12: Reinstated Employees is being recommended for abolishment because the policy has not been reviewed in over five years and the content is covered in other County Policies, and WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policy 02-09, and that the addition of Policy 01-49 are hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual and that Policy 04-12 be abolished.
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Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:44 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:51 p.m.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the press conference scheduled for March 20, 2020, has been canceled due to the closing of the Public Library and COVID-19. The Committee hopes to be able to do something in April. The biggest question being directed to the Committee is what to do regarding the college students not being in the community to be counted in the 2020 Census. He read a statement from the Census Bureau regarding how to count the students.
In response to Ms. Dawson, Mr. Lane said the Census Bureau is continuing to hire people.
Ms. Kelles said she has heard from people who've tried to apply online stating it’s a lengthy process and are unable to get through and asked if there is any protocol in working through that. Mr. Lane said he has not heard of this but can contact the Census Specialist for Tompkins County.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the next scheduled meeting is April 9th.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee is scheduled to meet this Thursday; however, he has reviewed the agenda and has determined that none of the items are urgent and many of the people who would be attending are highly engaged elsewhere. He is cancelling the meeting for this month and will meet again in April. Ms. Robertson requested the reports from Department Heads reporting to the Committee be provided in writing. Mr. Molino said that can be done. He also said he will provide copies of the LaBella report for Legislators if it has not yet been distributed.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday and discussed liaison assignments and the
Committee’s 2020 priorities and goals. In reference to liaison assignments, it was agreed that Legislator Martha Robertson would serve as the liaison to the Human Services Coalition.
Resolution No. 2020-62: Resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature Urging Members of the New York State Senate and Assembly to reject the Governor’s SFY 2020-21 Executive Budget Proposal to Shift 100% of the Cost of 730.20 Competency Restoration Services to the County Mental Health Commissioners (ID #9242)
Following an explanation of the resolution by Ms. Black, the resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Governor’s Executive Budget proposes counties pay 100% of the Office of Mental Health (OMH) State Operations costs for certain individuals receiving mental health treatment at
State-operated Forensic Psychiatric Centers, and WHEREAS, historically, counties have paid 50% of the per diem rate set by OMH, which, in Tompkins County, has now reached unsustainable costs exceeding $350,000 annually, and WHEREAS, the derivation of Section 43.03 of Mental Hygiene Law (MHL), dates back to 1907
and allows the State to offset the costs of operating its Forensic Psychiatric Centers at county expense, and WHEREAS, this statute no longer reflects the current mental hygiene system or the New York State Unified Court System and needs to be updated to be consistent with other statutes that makes the State responsible for its own costs for the treatment of mentally ill individuals in State-operated Forensic Psychiatric Centers, and
WHEREAS, despite the fact that counties are now paying half of such restoration services, the Executive Budget proposal shifts 100% of these costs to the counties, and
WHEREAS, the Courts, not county governments or Mental Health Commissioners, determine which individuals shall receive treatment in State-operated Forensic Psychiatric Centers; WHEREAS, OMH has also taken the position that the County Mental Health Commissioners are not entitled to any information about the treatment they are paying for, and WHEREAS, other payors for medical services are clearly entitled both under HIPAA and the MHL to receive information about the services for which payment is sought, and WHEREAS, OMH also indicates counties should be responsible for any medical or hospitalization costs incurred for individuals mandated to competency restoration which, depending on the medical or surgical treatment required could be hundreds of thousands of dollars and have devastating impacts on county budgets, and
WHEREAS, in New York State the counties through county property tax levy, already bear an overwhelming portion of the financial burden for supporting individuals suffering from serious mental illness and assuming 100% in 730.20 competency restoration costs will take away millions of dollars for
critical community services, including desperately needed behavioral health programming, and WHEREAS, counties are urging members of the New York State Senate and Assembly reject the
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Governor’s proposal to shift 100% of the cost of 730.20 competency restoration services to the County Mental Health Commissioners in the SFY 2020-21 Enacted State Budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That Tompkins County calls on the Governor and the Office of Mental Health to strongly reconsider the enactment of this proposal which will cripple county budgets and have a devastating impact on the counties’ ability to pay for community services, especially behavioral health programs, that are critical for serving the State’s most vulnerable populations,
RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be provided to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Senator Thomas O’Mara, Senator James Seward, Senator Pamela Helming, and the New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on March 19th at 8:30 a.m. followed with a joint meeting with the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee at 9 a.m. to consider Airport bonding resolutions.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met March 5th and discussed Administrative Manual Policies and 2020 goals including the redistricting process. The Committee also agreed to create a subcommittee to review the Rules of the Legislature. The Committee will next meet on April 2nd.
Resolution No. 2020-63: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy 02-41: Prohibition of Weapons, Explosives and Firearms on County Property (ID #9244)
Mr. Sigler stated he is the reason it is not on the consent agenda as he opposes the policy. He does not understand why the County would strip the right to self-defense. He discussed the difficulty to get a pistol permit in this County. He understands the opposition to guns, but it is still legal to carry one with a permit. He doesn't understand the reasoning behind why the County would completely disarm its employees and recommends rethinking the entire policy.
RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 3]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, Martha Robertson
NAYS: David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and
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WHEREAS, Policy 02-41: Prohibition of Weapons, Explosives and Firearms on County Property has not been reviewed in over five years, and contains updates to definitions, policies and procedures, and WHEREAS, the policy above has been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policy 02-41 is hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The
Committee will next meet on March 23rd and will only be considering resolutions that need to be passed. The public hearing for the Agriculture District 1 has been canceled and will be rescheduled.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reiterated the Committee will meet jointly with the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee on March 19th. The next regularly scheduled meeting is April 13th. The Committee met March 9th and discussed 2019 goals and began looking at 2020 goals. She reminded the Legislature the Budget retreat is scheduled for April 28th. At this time, Mr. Molino reviewed the most recent proposed State budget that is expected to be finalized by the end of the week. There was also a brief discussion concerning H.R.6201 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act. This bill responds to the coronavirus outbreak by providing paid sick leave and free coronavirus testing, expanding food assistance and unemployment benefits, and requiring employers to provide additional protections for health care workers. It was noted that this bill is likely to pass.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said she was able to organize in-person meetings with Assemblywoman Lifton and Senator O’Mara and a phone meeting with Senator Helming, and a number of legislators
participated in those. She had attempted to reach out to Senator Seward's office but was unable to contact him. All our representatives are supportive of the County’s position on Medicaid and she said she will follow-up on the Airport bonding bill.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. She and Vice Chair Henry Granison have been discussing Committee business and as there is no urgent or
pressing business, they agreed to cancel the March 25th meeting.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee will next meet on March 26th.
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Resolution No. 2020-64: Authorization to Amend 2015 Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ithaca and Cornell University to Administer the Community Housing Development Fund (ID #9206)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2009-31, authorized funding for the Community Housing Affordability Program and the Community Housing Trust Program, jointly known as the Housing Fund, and accepted and approved the Memorandum of Understanding among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University that established the Housing
Fund for the period of time spanning 2009 to 2015, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2015-154, authorized funding for the Housing Fund under the new name, “Community Housing Development Fund,” and accepted and approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University that extended the Community Housing Development Fund for the period of time spanning 2015 to 2021, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2019-221, committed an additional $100,000 in addition to the original contribution of $100,000 per year to the program for the MOU’s two remaining years, bringing the County’s contribution to the Community Housing
Development fund to $200,000 per year for Year 5 and Year 6 of the program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2019-222, committed $300,000 of its Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Program Income funds to create a new 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credit Contingent Fund of the Community Housing Development Fund to support awards to viable applications when more applicants are seeking 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits through the New York State competitive process and the Community Housing Development Fund does not have sufficient funds to make awards to all viable applications seeking support from both programs, and WHEREAS, with increases in both Cornell University’s and the City of Ithaca’s contributions towards their annual Community Housing Development Fund contributions, all three of the signatories of the 2015 MOU have taken action to increase their contributions to the program, and
WHEREAS, the 2015 MOU specifies that a contribution of $50,000 or more will make a contributing organization eligible to appoint one associate member to the Program Oversight Committee of the Community Housing Development Fund for the program year in which the contribution is made,
and the signatories wish to clarify that an associate member’s voting privileges extend to project approvals and funding recommendations but that associate members do not vote on matters of program
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governance, and WHEREAS, the Program Oversight Committee has recommended that the County, as administrator for the program, directly execute any contracts or documents necessary to formalize associate membership in the Community Housing Development Fund so the County may establish the procedures and ability to invoice the associate member when a project is awarded the associate member’s funds, and WHEREAS, the Town of Dryden has committed $50,000 towards the Community Housing
Development Fund in 2020, which is sufficient for the Town to have associate membership status, and WHEREAS, the Program Oversight Committee recommends that should it agree to accept a
contribution that is less than $50,000, that for administrative ease the Tompkins County Legislature be requested to authorize acceptance of these funds and that they be treated as an addition to the County’s annual contribution for purposes of disbursement authorization by the Tompkins County Legislature, now
therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That Tompkins County shall execute an amendment to the 2015 Memorandum of Understanding among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University with regard to the Community Housing Development Fund to update the committed funds to reflect the signatories’ increased contributions for the program’s remaining years, including the 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credit Contingent Fund the County has established, RESOLVED, further, That the MOU amendment will establish the County’s ability to execute any agreements necessary to accept associate member commitments to the program and to accept lesser
contributions should the Program Oversight Committee authorize new associate members or contributors, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute any required amendment to the Community Housing Development Fund 2015 Memorandum of Understanding or other documents required in order to affect this program consistent with this resolution. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-65: Commitment to Terms Between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County in Support of a Community Conference Center (ID #9245)
Ms. Kelles acknowledged the current economic health issue while simultaneously looking forward to the future. This has been worked on for the last two years and said the County’s support is coming out of room tax at 4% to be used for the conference center. At this time she referenced and read an e-mail from a constituent in the Town of Ithaca supporting the resolution. Mr. Lane thanked the people who worked on this and coming back with a new proposal; he likes
the contribution of money for economic development. Mr. Klein said although he has raised concerns in the past, he applauds the effort with the new proposal. He requested the Committee to look immediately at how the hotel tax can be reallocated to
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support the organizations currently supported and are eligible that will have a difficult time weathering this storm. Ms. Dawson said she is not a big fan of the conference center; her major concern was putting the County at risk with the lease guarantee. She commends the County Administrator and the team with the work on this to take the onus off of the County. Ms. Robertson shared a response from a constituent that this is a worthwhile project. She also said she appreciates all the hard work that has gone into this. She followed up on Mr. Klein’s statement
and said maybe the directive could be to ask the Strategic Tourism Planning Board to look at the funding allocations.
Mr. John spoke about the process and believes it could have been better and less dramatic. He agrees the new proposal seems to be a very different risk concern for the County. He also spoke of a letter he received from a constituent asking the Legislature to vote against the conference center because
of COVID-19. He believes it is important to look past the current situation and look forward to the future. Mr. Sigler said he considered tabling this resolution as he does not want the public to think the Legislature is being superfluous right now but he recognizes this will not be built for quite some time. He ensured his constituents that this will not affect their property taxes and that it will overall help the County. Ms. Koreman also referenced a constituent's e-mail supporting this proposal. She asked about the living wages for the employees of the conference center and if that was going to be the case. Ms. Kelles clarified and said that the County had lost that seat at the table with this new proposal, but stated this
would be encouraged. Ms. Black said this is the hardest vote that she's come across in her time on the Legislature. The timing of this is off for her and she is unable to support the resolution. Mr. Granison said he has looked at the risk of the conference center and what the site would look
like if the center was not built. He said there could be more affordable housing and would see that as a positive thing. He looked into other sites, including the Saratoga Springs site and compared the operating costs versus the revenue and how it would be a difference of about 50%. Ms. Kelles thanked everyone for their work in regard to this resolution. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 4]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman,
Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha
Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Henry Granison, Glenn Morey
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WHEREAS, on February 4, 2020, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted a resolution establishing a conceptual fiscal commitment from Tompkins County for the proposed Community Conference Center project, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature recognizes the importance of the tourism and hospitality economy to Tompkins County as a major economic sector, which in 2018 generated $227 million in economic activity, over $16.7 million in local taxes, supported $746 per household in property tax savings, and supported over 2,600 in direct local jobs, and
WHEREAS, two market demand and feasibility studies conducted in 2017 and 2019 demonstrated the market demand for a new conference center in Ithaca and projected the appropriate size and capacity of the center, and
WHEREAS, a successful Community Conference Center project will be an asset for Tompkins County resulting in significant increased room tax and sales tax revenues, the addition of new direct and
indirect jobs; significant economic impact beyond center operations through the purchase of supplies and services; an estimated 22,000 new room nights county-wide as well as annual visitation of over 63,000 after center operations are stabilized in year five, and WHEREAS, recognizing the economic development value to the County and Southern Tier Region, the State of New York has awarded the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce Foundation a $5.0 million grant through Southern Tier Regional Economic Development Council to establish base equity in support of the Community Conference Center project, and WHEREAS, the Vecino Group will construct the Green Street Garage Project, including the Community Conference Center; take on private debt for such construction; comply with the Ithaca Green
Building Code, including use of heat pumps for space heating and hot water; commit to soliciting local labor; commit to paying prevailing wages during construction and reporting on such wages; commit to paying its employees living wages; and enter into a 30-year lease agreement with an entity to be created to operate the conference center portion of the project, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca will:
1. Execute a lease guarantee with the Vecino Group, and 2. Establish a hotel room occupancy tax to support the Conference Center or, if such a hotel room occupancy tax is unsuccessful in being authorized, establish a City tourism improvement district (TID) to generate the required revenues from the lodging industry for the Conference Center, and 3. Utilize the revenues from either a hotel room occupancy tax or TID as the first source of funding for this project. These revenues will support the debt payments and operations of the Conference Center, as well as capitalize (and replenish as necessary and as possible) several reserve funds that would serve to protect the City in its role as guarantor for the conference center lease, and 4. Dedicate net City hotel room occupancy tax revenues to the conference center operating
entity to promote, operate, and maintain the conference center, including net annual rent obligations of approximately $1.5 million per year, and WHEREAS, the County will: 1. Contribute 4% of County hotel room occupancy gross tax revenues annually to the City to support the Community Conference Center beginning in 2021 and lasting until the earlier of
2050 or such time as the space is no longer being used as a conference center, and
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WHEREAS, County commitment to the Community Conference Center project is contingent on the City of Ithaca passing a companion resolution in support of the project and outlining its role as project guarantors to at least as significant a degree as described above, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the County will: 1. Contribute 4% of County hotel room occupancy gross tax revenues annually to the City to support the Community Conference Center beginning in 2021 and lasting until the earlier of
2050 or such time as the space is no longer being used as a conference center, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature supports the development of a
Community Conference Center and authorizes the County Administrator to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with the City of Ithaca that reflects the conditions outlined in this resolution, contingent upon review by the County Attorney and understanding that any material changes in the conditions outlined in
this resolution will require review and approval by the Tompkins County Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-66: Resolution Calling for Statewide Issuance of Temporary Moratorium on Evictions and Foreclosures During State of Emergency (Resolution available at meeting) (ID #9272)
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Koreman. Following an explanation of the resolution by Ms. Kelles, Mr. John said he understands the intent but is concerned with the wording.
It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Mr. Klein, to refer the resolution to Committee. A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 8 (Legislators Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Lane, McKenna, Sigler); Noes - 6 (Legislators Black, Kelles, Koreman, Morey, Robertson, and McBean-Clairborne). MOTION TO REFER TO COMMITTEE CARRIED.
RESULT: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, The World Health Organization (“WHO”) has declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, defined as the worldwide spread of a new virus for which most people do not have immunity, and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency based on COVID-19, and WHEREAS, as of March 14, 2020, there were over 500 documented cases of COVID-19 within the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, both Governor Cuomo and the New York State Department of Health have issued recommendations including but not limited to limits on public gatherings, social distancing, staying home
if sick, canceling or postponing large group events, working from home, and other precautions to protect
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public health and prevent transmission of this communicable virus, and WHEREAS, over half of tenants in New York State are rent-burdened during typical economic conditions. In addition, one in four New York homeowners pay more than 30% of their income in
housing costs, which is above the widely accepted benchmark of housing affordability. As a result of the state of emergency and the government-recommended precautions, many New Yorkers have experienced sudden income loss, and further income impacts are anticipated, leaving residents vulnerable to eviction or foreclosure, and WHEREAS, housing stability is crucial in a public health emergency in which containment and
treatment rely on individuals staying indoors and not being forced to seek shelter or experience homelessness, and
WHEREAS, legislation requiring a statewide eviction moratorium as a result of this state of emergency has been introduced in New York State by Senator Brian Kavanaugh, Senator Brad Hoylman, and Assemblymember Harvey Epstein, and
WHEREAS, on March 15, 2020, the Office of Court of Administration issued an order to suspend all current and pending evictions proceedings until further notice. In reaction to this judicial order, this
resolution is a legislative action which seeks to quantify the moratorium, include foreclosure protections, and define amortization, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That upon passage of this resolution, a temporary moratorium on evictions and judicial foreclosures will exist in Tompkins County until a period of 30 calendar days later than the end of the declared state of
emergency, RESOLVED, further, That during this moratorium no orders of eviction will be issued by any municipal court within Tompkins County on the basis of non-payment, or for any other reason not directly related to an immediate or imminent substantial risk to inhabitants of a specific premises, RESOLVED, further, That during this moratorium no orders of foreclosure will be issued by any municipal or county court within Tompkins County on the basis of non-payment, RESOLVED, further, That during this moratorium, all law enforcement agencies within the
Tompkins County will cease execution of all eviction and eviction orders, including those previously issued but not yet executed,
RESOLVED, further, That after the termination of the moratorium and prior to issuance of any non-payment eviction judgments, all municipal courts within Tompkins County will provide a period of 180 calendar days to tenants to cure any rent payment in arrears, provided that rent payments made post
moratorium remain current, RESOLVED, further, That after the termination of the moratorium and prior to issuance of any
judicial foreclosure judgments, all municipal courts within Tompkins County will provide a period of 180 calendar days to residential property owners to cure any mortgage payment in arrears, provided that mortgage payments made post moratorium remain current, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Clerk of the Legislature is directed to send a
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copy of this resolution to U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, U.S. Senator Charles Schumer, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York State Senators James Seward, Pamela Helming, and Thomas O’Mara, New York State Assemblymember Barbara Lifton, New York State Senate Housing Chair Brian Kavanagh, and New York State Assembly Housing Chair Steven Cymbrowitz. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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March 3, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
NAYS: Henry Granison
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. and acknowledged the new way of doing meetings through Zoom because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of the Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote 5:32 PM
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no public present nor was there any email received with the public's comments.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said an email was received from Robert Lynch, a member of the Enfield
Town Board, and read the following statement he submitted: “As one of five members of the Enfield Town Board, speaking only for myself as Councilperson,
allow me to update you on recent matters affecting Enfield Town Government that may be of interest County-wide and to your Legislature: “Leadership: At our Town Board meeting March 11th, our Supervisor, Beth McGee, announced her plans to resign. She gave April 30th as her likely departure date. Contrary to some misleading media reports, McGee did not “resign” at the meeting, nor has she to my knowledge filed any paperwork as to formalize her planned departure. Instead, the Supervisor has stated that the COVID-19 emergency will delay her departure indefinitely: “Through this state of emergency I will continue to serve the town of Enfield as is my
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prerogative in order to provide consistency and confidence that our municipality can protect residents as they expect,” McGee shared in an email to Town Board members March 14th, just three days after her initial announcement. “I can speak only for myself, not the full Board. But I stand relieved that Supervisor McGee has postponed her departure. We, in Enfield, have enough on our plate at the moment without addressing a leadership change as well. We’ll keep you informed as this matter unfolds. “Response to COVID-19: To affect social distancing, we, like your Legislature, have chosen to
meet remotely, via videoconference, until the emergency has passed. Our first such Zoom conference meeting was April 1st. We’ll meet again via Zoom conference tomorrow evening, Wednesday, April 8th. Instructions for public participation are available on our Town website, http://townofenfield.org.
“Like County Government, our Town Board is working to address financial uncertainty. Last Wednesday, we adopted a short-term resolution freezing any hiring or big-ticket purchases, with the
exception of a part-time deputy’s position, an existing vacancy already well on its way toward being filled. We will likely formalize our hiring and spending freeze this Wednesday. Needless to say, Town finances for us, just as for you, remain tenuous, given uncertainty as to how long this emergency will last and how it will impact our local economy. “Since March 18th, at the Highway Superintendent’s direction, the Enfield Highway Department has operated on work-from-home rules. The order means that most highway work has been suspended, except for weather-related emergency duties, for which our Highway Department staff remains on call. Compensation for these idled employees remains an issue the Town Board continues to discuss, but has yet to resolve. “Enfield Food Pantry: Finally, demand has swelled for the Enfield Food Pantry, a volunteer service the Town supports. The Pantry is located on the first floor of the Enfield Community Building. Enfield’s Pantry serves its patrons two days each week, Sundays and Mondays. It’s one of the few, if not the only, such Food Pantry in the county to do so. “COVID-19-compatible procedures have stressed organizers to the limit. The Pantry has
effectively transitioned these recent weeks to a pre-order system with curbside pickups. Patrons must now order their meals online or by phone, with scheduled pickups as patrons drive past the Pantry’s entrance. Last weekend, our client demand swelled to more than 400 families, nearly double the averages for pre-COVID-19. We distribute over 40,000 pounds of food and essentials weekly. Potential patrons can visit the Town’s website for information. “Our thanks to Director Jean Owens and Laura Norman, formerly with your Board of Elections, for making this pre-ordering procedure work. But to say the least, our volunteers are overwhelmed. So much more logistical work is required on our part. We need additional eager, healthy, socially-distancing young adults to make it easier for the rest of us.
“That’s the latest from Enfield. To state the obvious, we remain busy.”
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Koreman said she has been working with the seniors in the Town of Ulysses and with the
County Office for the Aging and Health Department in providing handouts that relate to Matilda's Law.
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Ms. Robertson expressed her appreciation to NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) for organizing counties and articulating very well to the State Legislature in regard to counties positions on many issues especially Medicaid. Ms. Black thanked all of the essential workers for the services they provide, as well as the staff of Public Health Department. She spoke of correspondence she received from a constituent expressing their appreciation for the dedication of the employees at the Health Department and said they are amazing and the heroes.
Ms. Kelles also thanked all the essential workers and commented that it is World Healthcare Worker Day. Anyone who lives with a healthcare worker, thank them for all of us. Lastly, she thanked all who have made masks for people who need them.
Mr. Lane spoke of the importance of elections and the possibility of them being postponed. He asked that candidates running for office not be criticized, as they all do their best with raising funds and
campaigning.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked all those who have gone above and beyond and those who are working 24/7 in response to the COVID-19 virus. She read a message she received from Mel Solomon, following the Swift911 message that went out on Sunday and thanked the communications team for getting the message out about hand washing, staying home, and maintaining a 6 foot distance. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino seconded Mrs. McBean-Clairborne’s statements about people staying home and no unnecessary travel. Mr. Recckio, Communications Director, has been in his position for a little over 30 days and he and Deputy County Administrator Amie Hendrix have put together a presentation that will be made available. At this time, he provided a screen share during the meeting so those in attendance could see the PowerPoint presentation and the timeline for the last several weeks as it relates to the COVID-19
response. Tompkins was the first County in the State to declare a State of Emergency and a County-wide
closure of schools. Counties statewide followed suit shortly thereafter. Mr. Molino discussed the timeline of EOC (Emergency Operations Center) in detail. The County had its first positive test on March 4, 2020; since then the County is at 102 positive cases.
Mr. Molino discussed the phone calls to the Career Center, which averaged 50 per week prior to the pandemic. The week of March 30th, the calls were up to 1,200. This does not reflect unemployment data, just the calls the Career Center has received. He discussed transportation issues for those without transportation to get tested; Mr. Molino stated that he believes the County will have a response to this in the next day or two. Work will continue with messaging for the ongoing response to this pandemic. He briefly discussed County Budget preparations and the Budget Retreat with Ms. Robertson. He also spoke of the importance of everyone keeping up with their mental health and people checking in on each other. He reported on a call he received from his colleague in Steuben County and their need for
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100 sample test kits, due to deaths in a nursing home and staffing that was in need of being tested; Mr. Molino said Tompkins County provided 200 sample test kits. Mr. Lane commended Mr. Molino for helping other counties as it doesn't seem to be something many others are doing. Ms. Koreman asked about the challenges over the weekend with 211, Ms. Hendrix said that has been taken care of.
In response to Ms. Koreman’s question about certain businesses being open such as ice cream shops; Mr. Kruppa said the Governor’s office is making the call on what an essential business is. While it might be nice to support a local business, he emphasized everyone should stay home, ice cream is not
essential for your health. It is important that people stay home over the next weeks unless they need something that will sustain them.
Ms. Robertson asked if the County could exceed the Governor's recommendations for what businesses are essential. Mr. Molino said one of the Executive Orders released by the Governor made it so counties did not have to issue their own Executive Orders. Ms. Robertson said she would like masks and gloves for all essential workers, including grocery store workers and postal workers. She commented on the Town of Dryden and their messaging efforts for those who are not online or on Facebook, with the lawn and road-side signage around the community as well as the full-page ad they took out in the Shopper. Mr. Granison thanked everyone for all the work they have done and wanted to discuss the vulnerable populations. He asked if anyone in the Jail has tested positive or anyone in law enforcement. Mr. Molino stated that he cannot answer those questions and went on to state that any first responder who
has been exposed have gone into quarantine. Mr. Granison spoke of reports he read and asked if there is a concern for African Americans in Tompkins County. Mr. Kruppa understands Mr. Granison’s concern and said he saw the same reports and stated data in Tompkins County is not conclusive enough, but they are looking at this. The numbers in Tompkins County are still very low.
Mr. Molino addressed Mr. Granison question about the lock down and said the Governor has taken a NY PAUSE approach and the County will follow any guidance by the State. Ms. Kelles asked if there was an update on antibody testing, Mr. Kruppa said the Governor is working on making that available, but the focus is on inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM). He also addressed Ms. Kelles’ questions about the disease and said he does not have a sense on where it is going; they are still in the midst of it and is still inconclusive. He commented the virus has only been with us for six months and the science and data behind it are not there yet. Ms. Black asked if there was a spike in testing for anyone that believes they may have come in
contact with the person who tested positive at the coffee shop at Wegmans. Mr. Kruppa said yes, there were over 400 individuals tested. He said if you are asymptomatic, you can test negative but are still advised to self-quarantine and get re-tested if symptoms develop. In response to Ms. Black, Mr. Kruppa said the turn-around time for testing is approximately two days. He expects to see a large number of results on Wednesday as the drive-through site is not open on
Saturday and Sunday, so Friday or Monday’s tests will come back around Wednesday.
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Mr. Kruppa said there are discussions with the six contiguous counties about promoting access to the drive-through site here as a regional approach. In addition, there will be efforts in sharing messaging. Mr. Kruppa also commented on how well it has been to work with the Cayuga Medical Center and said Cayuga Medical reports that they are still in a good standing and are sending 60 staff to New York City to assist with the COVID-19 crisis there. In response to Mr. Sigler about the hospital staff when they return, Mr. Kruppa said depending on
when they return and what the situation is at that time, they will have to quarantine. Healthcare workers and all essential employees are expected to self-quarantine if exposed to a case, except for reporting to work. They must be asymptomatic to continue working but will have to have a temperature check at the
start and end of their shift. Ms. Dawson asked what the symptoms are with this virus or if there are symptoms that appear in
every single case. Mr. Kruppa said there is not a symptom that appears in every single case, they are all varying and it’s a series of different types of symptoms. Ms. Robertson asked if loss of smell is a symptom. Mr. Kruppa said it is and they are also seeing people with minor symptoms, then feeling better for a bit and then getting worse. Mr. John encouraged people to safely wave off the Cayuga Medical Center staff leaving for New York City along State Street tomorrow morning. Mr. Sigler asked about Child Protective Services and other essential services throughout the County and how that is being handled. Mr. Molino stated that the work is continuing, just in a different
format. Ms. Kelles asked about childcare. Mr. Franklin provided an update and said the Child Development Center is having a hard time drumming up business; one location has 13 children and another location has a few children as well. There is not the demand that the County had anticipated that there would be.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood provided a brief update on enforcement regarding COVID-19; there are certain things enforced by the State and others enforced by the County. When his office gets complaints regarding
labor, they refer them to the State. Other complaints, like those regarding a business being open that shouldn't be or other safety measures - these complaints can go to two different areas. There is a State number that these complaints can go to but they are usually sent back to the County. Complaints can also be made directly to the County’s Environmental Health program. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Wood provided the State phone number (1-833-789-0470) and the County's Environmental Health number (607-274-6688). Mr. Kruppa said he will provide additional information regarding clarification for what complaints should be made and to where.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder said his department is open for business and operating as normal; outside public coming by appointment. Almost every employee has the capability to work from home, rotating staff
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with 50-60% in office. He provided a brief update on the audits and said they are slightly behind on County audit by about two weeks. In response to Mr. Lane’s questions about sales tax and Casino revenue, Mr. Snyder said he expects to have information to report by the next meeting.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:40 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:50 p.m.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne gave Mr. Lane permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution
entitled Award of Bid - Relocate Existing Fuel Farm- Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. There were no resolutions added to the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The consent agenda was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9218 and ID # 9264)
Office for the Aging Advisory Committee
Wilma Lawrence - term expires December 31, 2022 Downtown Ithaca Alliance Anna Kelles - term expires April 15, 2022
Resolution No. 2020-67: Authorization to Accept an Award of a Grant from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (ID #9119)
WHEREAS, the Probation Director has been notified of a grant award in the amount of $7,834.10 from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services to help defray the costs of implementing Leandra’s Law and the monitoring of Ignition Interlock Devices, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the grant in the amount of $7,834.10 from the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services be accepted and that the County Administrator or his designee execute all contracts related to this award,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is directed to make the following adjustments to his books for 2020:
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BUDGET ADJUSTMENT Revenue: A3142.43389 Other Public Safety Aid $7,834.10 Appropriation: A3142.54400 Program Expense $7,834.10 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-68: Authorization to Execute Supplemental Funding Agreement with New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) – PIN 3756.10 Pine Tree Road (CR174) Intersection Improvements, Town of Ithaca, New York (ID #9267)
WHEREAS, a Project for the Pine Tree Road Intersection Improvements, PIN 3756.10, (the Project) is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 90% federal funds and 10% non-federal funds, and
WHEREAS, as provided for by agreement with New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), PE and/or ROW (Right-of-Way) Incidental or ROW acquisition work performed by the municipality for the federal aid-eligible construction project covered by the agreement, the costs of such work approved in writing by NYSDOT as applicable to the federal aid and Marchiselli aid construction work (excluding costs applicable to non-federally eligible or non-Marchiselli eligible project elements) shall be credited following FHWA’s construction phase closeout audit of the Project to Project costs eligible for federal aid and Marchiselli aid, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the Project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Scoping, Design, ROW Incidentals and acquisition, and
construction, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the
Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above-subject project, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby authorizes the County of
Tompkins to pay in the first instance 100% of the federal and non-federal shares of the cost of Scoping and Design work for the subject Project or portions thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $286,000 is hereby made available within account HZ5112.59239.51.12, Road Maintenance Program Capital Project Account, to cover the cost of participation in the above phases of the Project, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification by the NYSDOT thereof,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator, or designee, be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with
the advancement or approval of the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and the
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municipality’s first-instance funding of Project costs and permanent funding the local share of federal-aid and state-aid-eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-69: Resolution Authorizing a Public Hearing in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended (ID #9256)
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) intends to issue its Airport
Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in the approximate aggregate principal amount of $3,000,000 (the “Series C Notes”), and WHEREAS, proceeds from the sale of the Series C Notes will (i) provide new monies for a capital improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the “Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, and (ii) pay all or a portion of the costs incidental to the issuance of the Series C Notes, including issuance costs of the Series C Notes, and WHEREAS, the Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements at the Airport, including the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road
also on Airport property, an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and
equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the
“Code”), interest on the Series C Notes will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Series C Notes is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Series C Notes and the nature and location of the facilities financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Code, the Legislature hereby authorizes a public hearing before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New
York, on May 5, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. thereof concerning the Project and the proposed issuance of the Series
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C Notes. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same. Section 2. The Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED
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Resolution No. 2020-70: Budget Adjustment - County Clerk - 2019 Year End Adjustments (ID #9250)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and
WHEREAS, in 2019 the County Clerk's Office hired a position to scan documents rather than outsource large scanning projects to a vendor, and WHEREAS, the funding for this position is available in other County Clerk operating accounts, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustment on his books for fiscal year 2019: County Clerk From Exp Acct Title(s) Amt To Exp Acct Title(s) 1410.54442 Prof Serv $24,100 1410.51000214 Information Aide 1410.54425 Serv Contracts $5,000 1410.51000531 Admin Assist Level I SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-71: Acceptance of Snowmobile Trail Grant for the 2019-2020 Season (ID #9248)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County, through its Department of Planning and Sustainability, has agreed to be the pass through agency for funds awarded by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) for the purpose of funding snowmobile trail maintenance by local snowmobile clubs, and WHEREAS, the funds will be used by local snowmobile clubs to maintain 102 miles of existing trails in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, grant funds have been awarded in the amount of $32,352.00, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County hereby accepts funds in the amount of $32,352.00 from the New York State OPRHP, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-1
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Resolution No. 2020-72: Rescheduling a Public Hearing for the Continuation of and Modifications to Agricultural District No. 1, Located on the East Side of Cayuga Lake and Encompassing the Towns of Caroline, Dryden, Groton, Lansing, and Parts of Danby and Ithaca (ID #9274)
WHEREAS, under New York State Agricultural District Law, it is required that agricultural
districts be reviewed every eight years, allowing landowners to apply to become a part of or to remove all
or part of their lands from the district, and
WHEREAS, the County Legislature is the lead agency which must approve the formation of and
changes in agricultural districts, and
WHEREAS, for Agricultural District No. 1, a public hearing must, according to law, be
conducted, and
WHEREAS, by a Resolution passed by this Legislature on March 3, 2020, the required public hearing was set for the Legislature’s April 7, 2020, meeting, and
WHEREAS, since March 3, 2020, the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus has necessitated the implementation of new protocols prohibiting in-person public access to County meetings, including
Legislature meetings, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the public hearing on the continuation and revisions to Agricultural District No. 1,
located within the Towns of Caroline, Dryden, Groton, Lansing, and parts of Ithaca and Danby, be held at
the County Legislature meeting rescheduled for May 19, 2020,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the County Legislature is authorized to place proper
notice of this public hearing in the official newspaper of the County.
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Resolution No. 2020-73: Appointments to Industrial Development Agency and Tompkins County
Development Corporation Board of Directors (ID #9220)
WHEREAS, Section 856 of the General Municipal Law authorized that the Tompkins County
Legislature designate the members of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) by
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resolution, and WHEREAS, members of the TCIDA who are also members of the Tompkins County Legislature shall be appointed annually by the Chair of the County Legislature subject to the approval of the Legislature, and WHEREAS, non-legislator board members shall be appointed for a term of two years by the same process, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the following members be appointed to the Industrial Development Agency to serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, effective immediately:
Rich John - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Martha Robertson - Member, Tompkins County Legislature
Anne Koreman - Member, Tompkins County Legislature Mike Sigler - Member, Tompkins County Legislature RESOLVED, further, That Rich John serve as the Chair and Martha Robertson serve as Vice Chair of the Industrial Development Agency, RESOLVED, further, That Laura Lewis is reappointed to be an at-large member in a term that expires December 31, 2022, RESOLVED, further, That the following members shall continue in their current two-year terms:
Jennifer Tavares - TCAD representative (term expires 12/31/20) John Guttridge - Member, At-Large (term expires 12/31/20) RESOLVED, further, That the members of the Industrial Development Agency are hereby appointed to serve on the Tompkins County Development Corporation Board of Directors.
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is authorized and directed to file with the Secretary of State a Certificate of Appointment. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-74: Negative Declaration For Authorizing Exemption from Real Property Taxes and Provision for In-Lieu Payments, with Regard to the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (“INHS”), 46 South Street/Village Grove Project (ID #9260)
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 75 of 2020 would authorize Exemption from Real Property Taxes and Provision for In-Lieu Payments, with Regard to the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc.
(“INHS”), 46 South Street Project, which is also known as the Village Grove Project (hereinafter referred to as the “Project”), and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has received and reviewed the Full Environmental Assessment
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Form (Parts 1, 2, and 3) documents for the Project as well as related application materials provided by the project applicant and analyses and findings prepared by the Village of Trumansburg, and WHEREAS, as Lead Agency, the Village of Trumansburg Planning Board documented an extensive analysis of the environmental impacts identified in Part 2 of the Full Environmental Assessment Form, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has received and reviewed a response to the County’s “SEQRA Policy Energy Addendum” as required under the County’s Administrative Policy: Complying with the
State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) [also known as the Administrative SEQR Policy], and WHEREAS, the Village of Trumansburg has determined the Project to be a Type I Action in
accordance with the Trumansburg Village Environmental Quality Review Ordinance (VEQR) and the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR), and has issued a Negative Declaration, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That Tompkins County concurs with the Village of Trumansburg Planning Board that the proposed project is a Type I Action under the Trumansburg Village Environmental Quality Review law (VEQR), RESOLVED, further, That Tompkins County concurs with the Village of Trumansburg Planning Board’s issuance of a negative determination of environmental significance, RESOLVED, further, That the authorization of the exemption from Real Property Taxes and Provision for In-Lieu Payments, with regard to the Project adequately protects and preserves the environment and will not have any potentially significant adverse effects on the environment.
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Resolution No. 2020-75: Authorize Exemption from Real Property Taxes and Provision for In-Lieu Payments with Regard to the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (“INHS”), Village Grove Project (ID #9271)
WHEREAS, Pursuant to Section 577 of the New York State Private Housing Finance Law
(PHFL), the Legislature hereby exempts from real property taxes, for a period of thirty (30) years, the following properties, to be owned by a housing development fund company formed under Article XI of PHFL and sponsored by the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (“INHS”), and beneficially owned by a to-be-formed partnership affiliate of INHS formed for the purpose of developing the Project (hereinafter the “Owner”), and to be used for the provision of affordable rental housing to qualified persons or families of low income as a part of the Village Grove project (the “Project”), and Address: Tax Parcel #:
46 South Street 9.-1-2
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has determined that the continued provision of affordable rental
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housing to qualified persons or families of low income by INHS is beneficial to and in the long term best interests of the public, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board's SEQR review process has been completed for the Project with a Negative Determination, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 74 of 2020 concurs with the Village of Trumansburg Planning Board’s SEQR Negative Declaration determination for the Project, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Legislature of Tompkins County, pursuant to §577 of the Private Housing Finance Law of the
State of New York, hereby grants to the portion of the property to be developed into affordable rental housing (approximately 6.25 acres) listed herein a tax exemption from real property taxes levied by Tompkins County, the Village of Trumansburg, and other local taxing authorities for a period of thirty
(30) years, and the Owner shall make annual in-lieu-of-tax payments (hereinafter referred to as “PILOT”) to Tompkins County equal to 12% of its annual "net operating income" (NOI) but in no event to be less than $20,970, increasing to 15% of NOI beginning in year 16. "Net operating income" shall equal gross rents received by the Owner less operating costs, as determined by an annual audit, paid by the Owner for the duration of the exemption period. The PILOT shall be shared by Tompkins County with the Village of Trumansburg, Town of Ulysses, and the Trumansburg Central School District in the same ratio as total school, village, town, and county taxes would have been paid with respect to the Project without taking into account the exemption provided for herein, RESOLVED, further, That the Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature upon the advice of the County Attorney and the County Assessor and on behalf of Tompkins County is hereby authorized and requested to execute and deliver to any pertinent party an agreement between Tompkins County and the Owner, setting forth as necessary the details of the PILOT, and to take any and all action necessary and/or required to effectuate or verify such payments or tax exemption, the PILOT agreement shall
contain such additional terms and conditions as the Chair of the County Legislature deems to be appropriate,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: Full Environmental Assessment Form on File with the Legislature Clerk
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Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, provided an update regarding this Committee. The meeting was cancelled this month; items are on hold and Mr. Molino stated that they will pick up a discussion next month.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, provided an update and said emergency calls are down about 15%; they are tracking calls and trying to see if there are any trends related to domestic violence, as people are staying in now. There are 30 people currently in the Jail, with one board-in due to a conflict with a neighboring County. He spoke about maintaining distancing in the Jail as much as possible and having instituted protocols for inmates and staff for additional washing of hands, etc. Mr. John stated that there are seven people currently in the Jail for parole violations. An Administrative Law Judge will be coming on
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Thursday; some of the individuals may be adjudicated, others may be sent to State prisons while others may remain in the Tompkins County Jail. He said this is a real problem New York State should address if they are concerned with jail populations. In response to Ms. Kelles, Mr. John said the Committee would discuss bail reform program changes and the impacts at the next meeting scheduled for April 16th. In response to Ms. Robertson about the concern for parolees, Mr. Molino stated he could follow-up with the District Attorney and reach out to the Governor’s office.
Mr. Klein asked about the release of inmates by the State and not the Sheriff; Mr. Wood stated that parolees are a State prisoner so it is a State decision. Mr. Klein asked about non-parolee inmates; Mr.
John said he will look into this and get back to him. Mr. Granison asked about the testing of COVID-19 testing of inmates; Mr. John said he could not
specifically answer the question, but did state that if someone is showing symptoms, they are quarantined as per recommendations. In response to Ms. Dawson, Mr. John confirmed the Administrative Law Judge only comes once every 30 days to the Jail. However, he said there have been discussions regarding rotating through administrative judges. There are seven cases pending and the Judge may not get to all the cases in the time that they are there and the case(s) would be postponed until the next month.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on April 20th. The agenda has not yet been set.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met March 19th and had a brief meeting followed with a joint meeting with the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee to discuss the bonding resolutions for the Airport project. These resolutions will be coming to the Legislature for consideration on May 5th.
The Committee will next meet April 16th.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met April 2nd and had several reports from staff
members. She stated the Committee discussed briefly the redistricting topic and will continue that discussion at the meeting next month. The Census is being pushed back and extended, therefore it is likely that the Census data coming back to the County is going to be delayed as well, which may likely
push back and affect the redistricting topic. The Committee will next meet on May 7th.
Resolution No. 2020-76: Urging the Governor and Legislature of New York State to Quickly Enact Provisions to Conduct the June 23 Primary Election by Mail (ID #9290)
Ms. Champion stated that this was a 3-1 vote at the Government Operations Committee meeting last week. Ms. Robertson provided some additional information on the resolution and understands that it will take additional efforts with the Board of Elections to make this a possibility.
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Ms. Kelles suggested an amendment that was accepted as friendly to add in the first Resolved “…all voters a ballot including returned postage”. Mr. John expressed concern with asking the State to pay the postage as they may not want to do the early voting for that reason. Mr. Sigler stated he opposes the resolution as he does not want to tell the State what to do and this option is not the best solution.
The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
NAYS: Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, while rules vary somewhat state to state, 33 states and the District of Columbia currently collect ballots by mail or permit “no excuse” absentee voting, in which people can vote absentee for any reason. Colorado, Washington State and Oregon have all-mail elections, and WHEREAS, more than 23 percent of voters cast their ballots by mail in the 2016 general election, twice as many as voters did in 2004, and
WHEREAS, in announcing the delay in New York’s 2020 presidential primary election, in a press conference on March 28, Governor Cuomo stated, “I don’t think it’s wise to be bringing a lot of
people to one location to vote, a lot of people touching one doorknob, a lot of people touching one pen,” and
WHEREAS, in response to the coronavirus pandemic, New York State has already delayed the April 28 primary to June 23, and the state is considering expanding mail-in options, and WHEREAS, other states are moving to mail-in elections now in response to the pandemic, including: · Maryland is holding an all-mail special election for a Congressional seat on April 28; · In New Jersey, multiple municipal elections affecting roughly 680,000 eligible voters have been postponed until May 12, and all will be conducted exclusively by mail; · Rhode Island is working to make its April 28 primary predominantly vote-by-mail by automatically sending applications to all 788,000 registered voters in the state, with the additional costs considered part of the state’s overall emergency spending, and
WHEREAS, largely because of the hours required, election pollworkers tend to be senior citizens, especially retired people, the demographic that is at greatest risk of poor outcomes if they contract
COVID-19, and
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WHEREAS, all in-person voting will require citizens to put themselves and our communities at risk during a period when all outside contact must be limited to travel that is absolutely necessary, and WHEREAS, New York State’s current system for absentee balloting is cumbersome, requires extra administrative work, and requires the voter to have an “excuse” to vote by mail, and WHEREAS, requiring voters to first request an absentee ballot, wait for it in the mail, and then return it by mail, is an unnecessary barrier to the franchise, and puts certain groups of voters at a significant disadvantage. This barrier to a free and fair election can and should be eliminated, and
WHEREAS, even a June 23 election date might be too soon for a safe in-person election process, especially given that early voting would begin on June 13 and Board of Elections staff have to start
preparations even earlier, and WHEREAS, the sooner the State changes the procedures for the June 23 election, the easier and
more manageable the transition will be, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature calls on the Governor and Legislature of New York State to quickly enact provisions that will require the June 23 primary to be conducted mostly by mail, preferably by mailing all voters a ballot including returned postage, and to provide the resources necessary to accomplish this task, either through Executive Order or legislation, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Senate Election Committee Chair Zellnor Myrie, Assembly Election Law Committee Chair Charles Lavine, President of the State election
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, stated that the Committee met on March 23rd and approved two resolutions
that were on the Consent Agenda this evening. The Committee will next meet April 27th.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated that the Committee met on March 9th and again jointly on March
19th with the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, as reported by Mr. Lane. The Committee will next meet April 13th and will have a report regarding personnel, discuss the County's budget process, and representatives from Tompkins Cortland Community College will be attending to discuss their finances. She briefly highlighted some of the actions in the State budget.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated the last meeting was cancelled; the next meeting scheduled for April 22nd and is undecided if they will be meeting yet. In response to Ms. Koreman’s question about County employees being paid regarding the
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pandemic through the end of April, Ms. Holmes stated employees are getting paid via emergency leave for those who cannot report to work or cannot telework. Ms. Koreman spoke of data coming out regarding COVID-19 and the affect it is having on the African American and Latin populations in larger municipalities and asked if the Human Rights Commission could look into it. Ms. Hendrix said the organization GARE has been watching this and they will be working with them on that. Mr. Granison spoke of the recent anti-Asian backlashing in the County and wants to stamp out
any anti-racism. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne stated that is a good topic for the Committee to discuss.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated that she is gathering data at this time about the impact of the State
budget deal, and that she has sent out “thank you” notes to NYSAC staff, State lawmakers, and contacts in the Governor’s office for the work they have done on the State budget in this historically difficult year.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee will next meet April 23rd and will discuss priorities for the year. She has had discussions with the Director of Workforce Development on ways to boost the economic recovery. The Director has created a list through the Workforce Development Board of businesses that have jobs and are actively seeking employees. Ms. Kelles will ask the Director to provide an update to the Committee. Economic recovery will be the focus of the Committee going forward. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne cautioned against pitting one organization against the other but does encourage recovery planning.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee met yesterday and heard from the two Census specialists assigned to Tompkins County. Mr. Koplinka-Loehr said the response rate for Tompkins County is 42.9% which is below the national average but above the State average. Ms. Karius has been working diligently with the three area colleges in order to get as accurate a count as possible of students, as it is very important for the County. Even if a student has gone home, they are responsible to report their residence at the college as that is where they reside for the majority of the year. The Committee will meet again in
May, but will continue to work on getting the word out regarding the Census.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
March 17, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
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The meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote 5:46 PM
Daniel Klein Member Remote
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Remote
David McKenna Member Remote 5:37 PM
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation declaring April 22, 2020, as Climate Action Earth Day in Tompkins County. Mr. McKenna arrived at this time.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There were no comments received by the public to be entered into the record for this evening.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Ms. McGee, Town of Enfield Supervisor, provided an update to the Legislature and stated that food is one of their biggest needs at this time. She commended the Town’s local food pantry for coming together and developing an online ordering format for those in need of food to eliminate and/or reduce the
contact with volunteers. Emergency services have received personal protective equipment from County and they are on standby when needed. The Town Board has been facilitating meetings virtually since April 1st and has had 20-30 participants at each meeting, which are taking place weekly. She spoke of other activities the Board has been involved in and also stated they have implemented hiring and purchasing freezes. Ms. McGee asked if mental health subcommittees could be recorded and publicized,
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along with the meeting minutes. Ms. Kelles arrived at this time. Ms. Black addressed the statement about the mental health subcommittees and said they have not met since February, but they are working on setting that back up and will likely be utilizing Zoom or another virtual platform. Ms. Koreman asked about volunteers for the Enfield food pantry. Ms. McGee stated that there
are 30 volunteers currently serving about 400 families, which is about doubled from their previous numbers.
Mr. Howe, Town of Ithaca Supervisor, provided an update to the Legislature and said the Town Board is looking at budget implications with regard to expenditures and revenues; this includes continued discussion regarding the Tompkins County Community Housing Fund. He thanked the County for its
support during this time. The Town has closed playgrounds but not the trails. There is significantly reduced staff coming into public works and the Town Hall. Public Works staff are doing brush pick-up starting this week and there is also work being done with Department Heads with bringing people back into the Town Hall; however, it will maintain staffing below 50%, per the New York State Executive Order. The Town Board is conducting Zoom meetings like other municipalities. The Public Works facility renovation is moving forward and they are working on a Green New Deal and will be creating an action plan with the hope to partner with the City as much as possible. Mr. Howe spoke briefly about the short-term rentals and said they are exploring options for enforcement. Ms. Champion thanked Mr. Howe for his response to her emails regarding the Route 79 closing and the additional signage put in place for the traffic that was detoured into other areas.
Mr. Granison asked if the Green New Deal include new green building codes; Mr. Howe stated it does but that this has been paused a bit due to the current COVID crisis. Mr. John asked if there has been any resolution with the downtown Post Office site. Mr. Howe commented the current lease is through July 2021 and that there are continued discussions.
In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Howe said in reference to the Tompkins County Community Housing Fund it will be part of the budget discussions. Mr. Nguyen, Common Council member, said the City has had a number of meetings and said there are a lot of uncertainties. Some of the actions the City has taken include the South Cayuga Street rebuild project being deferred and a hiring freeze has been implemented. He reported there is still funding available for the Green New Deal action plan, but he is uncertain how that will proceed. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has begun to construct its water facility at Southwest Park. He commented the population at the jungle was relocated to accommodate the project moving forward and that hand-washing stations and port-a-potties were put in place to assist with the
pandemic.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino shared a PowerPoint presentation with the Legislature regarding an update on the
timeline for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) since the last Legislature meeting. The presentation detailed the increased demand of food around the County as well as the overall time spent on COVID-19
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by County employees and the expenses surrounding that, which some may be reimbursable by FEMA funds. Ms. Kelles asked about seeing the trends either increasing or decreasing regarding the needs that were identified within the County since March 13, 2020 through 2-1-1. She also asked that the slides from the presentation be made available to the Legislature. Ms. McGee of Enfield asked for clarification regarding partial unemployment in the Town and the possibility of being reimbursed for the pay they are receiving. Mr. Molino stated that it was his
understanding that these expenses will not be reimbursed. Mr. Molino then discussed the Federal Stimulus bill and his conversations with NYSAC (New
York State Association of Counties) regarding the bills. He hopes to have an update regarding State Aid in the next week or so.
Mr. Molino discussed the role of the Director of Weights and Measures, which has been filled by Mr. Aaron Becker for the last month. Mr. Becker was trained under the former Director, Mr. Don Ellis. Mr. Molino requested confirmation of the appointment from the Legislature. It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to confirm the appointment of Aaron Becker as the Director of Weights and Measures who has been serving in the position for the last month.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne discussed advisory board re-instatement of meetings and asked the County Attorney to address the issue and provide an update to Legislators. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood provided an update regarding the suspension of advisory board meetings and their
applicability to the Open Meetings Law requirement. The advisory boards are covered by County policy and guidelines. Advisory boards can meet but they have to make arrangements for the public to be able to attend or listen in.
Ms. Koreman asked about the public being able to be a part of the meeting and if this needed to be real time or a recorded availability. Mr. Wood stated that he believes that it would have to be in
real time. Mr. Molino will be putting a letter of guidance together for the advisory boards regarding their meetings.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder provided a first quarter financial update to the Legislature and reported on January-March 2020 sales tax receipts. Sales tax was up 8.37% from January last year; up 7.9% in February but
down 3.8% for the month of March, which reflect sales from the month of February. The County’s portion of sales tax distributions for the first quarter of 2020 was up 3.47% compared to last year.
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Mr. Granison asked about how Mr. Snyder might be estimating for sales tax data in regard to the budget for 2021. Mr. Snyder deferred to Mr. Molino for an answer but stated that he won't know for sure for another 3 weeks. Mr. Molino stated that he and Mr. McGuire are working on a model for a sales tax trend. Mr. Snyder discussed the real estate auction that would normally be held in June. He had proposed three options to the Government Operations Committee earlier this month and it was agreed upon to postpone the auction but continue all internal work as normal. He is recommending the following
schedule: - Auction tour - June 24th
- Last day of payment - July 15th - Date of auction information meeting - August 10th - Date of auction - August 17th
Ms. Koreman asked about the properties that are in the auction process and if they are existing properties not new foreclosures. Mr. Snyder verified that these properties are existing and not from anything happening currently.
Sales Tax Report - Jan & Feb 2020 (ID#9301)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Sales Tax Report - March & 1st Quarter (ID#9315)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Robertson thanked Ms. Dawson for her work on the Climate Action Earth Day proclamation. Mr. Lane said he attended the Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3) Board of Trustees meeting last week and announced the commencement will be happening hopefully in August 2020 but it is not definite. He provided an overview of other difficulties the staff and students of TC3 are experiencing.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by a roll call
vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Calling on the State of New York to Release Enhanced Federal Medicaid Matching Funds to Counties and New York City.
There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
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The resolutions under the Consent Agenda were adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Resolution No. 2020-77: Award of Contract - Landfill Groundwater Sampling and Analysis - Department of Recycling and Materials Management (ID #9294)
WHEREAS, the Department of Finance-Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for proposals for groundwater sampling, analysis, and reporting services for the Hillview Road and Caswell Road landfills for a three-year period from April 2020 through April 2023, and WHEREAS, the Finance Department advertised and received five proposals, and WHEREAS, the Department of Recycling and Materials Management has reviewed the proposals
based on cost, qualifications, experience, working with advisory committees and the Department of Environmental Conservation, and references, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the three-year contract be awarded to Barton & Loguidice, of 443 Electronics Parkway, Liverpool, NY, 13088 in the amount of $46,924 annually, and $140,772 over the life of the contract,
RESOLVED, further, That funds are available in the Recycling and Materials Management Department Operating Fund Account 8166.54442, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute a contract with Barton & Loguidice. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II - 26
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Resolution No. 2020-78: Authorizing the County Administrator to Sell Real Property Located at 2422 North Triphammer Road, Ithaca to Foodnet (ID #9281)
WHEREAS, in June of 2003 the County entered into a lease with right to purchase with Nutrition for the Elderly in Tompkins County, Inc., (Foodnet), and
WHEREAS, Foodnet was given the right to purchase the property for one dollar after making monthly payments for a period of twenty years, and
WHEREAS, Foodnet has now made all of the payments and wishes to exercise its option to purchase, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to execute any and all documents to complete the sale of 2422
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Triphammer Road, Ithaca to Foodnet. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-20
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Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:28 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met on April 16th and a majority of the meeting was an update to the COVID crisis. Updates were provided from the Sheriff's Department, District Attorney’s office, and Emergency Response. Call volumes are down but there were some discrepancies regarding
domestic violence calls. The Committee started discussing the LaBella report for the Public Safety Building conditions assessment; a presentation will be held at the May 21st meeting. Nurse Goldsbury has left her position at the jail; Mr. John commended her work regarding medication assisted treatment at
the Jail. Ms. Robertson received numerous complaints from a constituent regarding a non-essential
gathering who went through the 2-1-1 number and an 833 phone number but wasn’t able to get an answer or response. She asked what the appropriate thing for people to do would be. Mr. Molino stated that calling the non-emergency phone number at the Sheriff's office is likely the best option. This phone number will be added to the Health Department's website. Mr. Granison asked about the health of those in the Jail and the population at the facility. Mr. John stated that there are 28 or 29 inmates currently and those that are there are serving a definite sentence or violation. One issue the Jail is currently seeing is the parole violators as they are New York State inmates and they are not being moved at this time. The Jail staff has been very good at maintaining space between inmates and officers and so far, there have been no infections among any of the populations.
Resolution No. 2020-79: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay - Department of Probation and Community Justice (ID #9225)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in the Department of Probation and Community Justice, one Probation Director II retired on January 30, 2020, and
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WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal pay to the Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $37,141.07 TO: A3140.51000238 Probation Director II $25,119.08
A3140.58800 Fringes $12,021.99 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday and had a COVID-19 update from the County Administrator and Public Health Director. The Committee also heard a report from Tompkins
County Food Task Force. Reports from Department Heads reporting to the Committee were emailed to all Legislators.
Resolution No. 2020-80: Resolution Calling on the State of New York to Release Enhanced Federal Medicaid Matching Funds to Counties and New York City (ID #9312)
Ms. Black said that Mr. Molino brought forth this resolution and that it is asking for money back from Medicaid funds from New York State. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress has enacted extraordinary measures to help states and localities with increased costs and lost revenues, and
WHEREAS, a key action enacted by the federal government was a 6.2 percent increase in the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP), and WHEREAS, Congress has used this mechanism to provide fiscal relief to states and their local government Medicaid funding partners to reduce the financial burden they often experience in an economic downturn, and
WHEREAS, counties and New York City are struggling with higher costs responding to COVID-19 and experiencing extensive revenue declines due to the shutdown of large swaths of the economy, and
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WHEREAS, we project that each quarter of enhanced FMAP funding is worth hundreds of
millions of dollars for counties and New York City, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County of Tompkins is respectfully requesting that the financial assistance through federal FMAP monies that is intended for counties be transferred by reducing county weekly Medicaid payments retroactive to January 1, 2020, to provide some partial fiscal relief to the current conditions,
RESOLVED, further, That the County of Tompkins also respectfully request that the State provide a timeline to all counties on the release of the enhanced federal Medicaid matching funds related
to the Affordable Care Act “reconciliation funds” that have been withheld for over three years and the likely mechanism on how these funds will be delivered to counties and New York City,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, the New York State Legislature, the New York State Congressional Delegation, the New York State Association of Counties, and all others deemed necessary and appropriate. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met on April 16th and had departmental updates. The Committee briefly discussed the Hillview Road Landfill Advisory Committee and the plastic bag ban in regard to the COVID-19 crisis.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, stated the Committee will next meet on May 7th.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, provided a brief update and pointed out that climate change doesn't stop or slow down to the current COVID crisis. The Committee will next meet on April 27th.
Resolution No. 2020-81: Authorizing a Contract with Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District to Provide Interim Financial Assistance to Support Conservation Related Activities (ID #9221)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
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WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District (District) is working to conduct conservation activities throughout Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the District receives funding from federal, State, and private grant organizations to conduct this work, and WHEREAS, many of these grant entities require a “full reimbursement” process for conservation project activities, meaning that costs must first be paid by the District, and then be reimbursed by the grant entity, and
WHEREAS, the District does not have adequate funding on hand to cover up-front project costs, but must continue the coordination and implementation of critical conservation activities to ensure project
successes, and WHEREAS, the District has requested the assistance of Tompkins County to provide funding to
support the cost of conservation project activities in the first instance, with such funding fully returned to the County as project reimbursements for that work are received, and WHEREAS, conservation of soil, water, and related natural resources is in the interest of Tompkins County, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby authorizes the County Administrator to enter into a contract with the Tompkins County Soil and Water District that will provide up to $200,000 to the District for conservation project activities in 2020 and obligate the District to repay the County as project reimbursements for activities are received or by January 31, 2021,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to advance to the District an amount not to exceed two hundred thousand dollars ($200,000), said advance to be made from the General Fund of the County, RESOLVED, further, That the advance will be repaid to the County when the District is
reimbursed or by January 31, 2021; the advance will be recorded in the General Fund accounting records as a Contract Agencies Receivable - Soil & Water, account number A1441.8730. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met on April 13th and heard detailed information from TC3 representatives about their financial status. She reported the Committee began budget planning and discussed having a second budget retreat in late June or early July. She announced the Budget Retreat will be held April 28th at 5:30 p.m., but it will be done as the Expanded Budget Committee.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated the Committee did not meet in March and will not meet in April. Vice Chair Henry Granison has reached out to various populations and will continue to do so to see if there are any needs that aren't being met and that there will be a more updated report in a few weeks. Mr.
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Granison stated that there are reports of discrimination happening every week and he will continue work with the Human Rights office.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee has agreed to a meeting schedule and the first meeting is scheduled for May 6th at 11:30 a.m. She spoke of many Legislators participating in phone calls with Congressman Tom Reed and White House conference calls and will continue to keep Legislators informed as requested. She reported the new COVID bill for $484 billion has passed the Senate; it is expected to go to the House on Thursday, and that aid to state and local governments was not included in that bill.
Mr. Granison stated that there is an institute of politics meeting starting at noon on April 23rd at Cornell that he will be attending.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee will this Thursday and highlighted the agenda items. She reported the City and Tompkins County Area Development have created an economic recovery cabinet
and said she will be attending their meetings and will provide updates to Legislators.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Public Information Advisory Board is working hard at getting word out to make sure people are being counted in the Census. He discussed the underreporting of the college community and the need for the students to indicate that they are living in Tompkins County and not back at home. Mr. Granison asked about the Census workers who were hired to go out and walk the streets. Mr. Lane discussed the potential issues that the workers might experience and stated that the whole Census may be pushed back 120 days or until the end of the year; there is no official word from the federal government. Ms. Robertson asked about the delay and asked for Mr. Lane's input regarding this and if the Census people think it’s the right thing to be done. Mr. Lane stated that because there are so many parts
to a nationwide census and that this has been in the works for 10 years any changes are unexpected. Ms. Champion stated that it is a decision by Congress on what to do with the Census but she
understands that the Census Bureau wants more time. Ms. Kelles asked about the regional offices that were slated to open April 15th but that did not
happen. Census workers cannot be onboarded because the office is not open and asked if that was accurate. Mr. Lane stated that some of the workers have been doing training in Syracuse but there is not a local office for them at this time.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met and is unsure when it will meet again.
Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
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Resolution No. 2020-82: Resolution to Urge the New York Legislature to Suspend Rent Payments for Certain Tenants and Certain Mortgage Payments for Certain Landlords for Ninety Days in Response to the Outbreak of COVID-19 by Passing Senate Bill S8125A and Assembly Bill A10224A (ID #9302)
It was MOVED by Mr. Granison, seconded by Ms. Dawson. Mr. Granison discussed this resolution and said it in support of renters; Ithaca has about 75% of renters within the City and stated that the virus has hit the area very hard. He discussed statistics of renters as this is an unforeseen financial hardship for those individuals.
Ms. Kelles spoke about the various bills at the State level: Bill 8125 has been deemed unconstitutional. Bills 8139 and 8140 are still on the table and she has been supporting Bill 8140 as it
supports a rental relief type of fund. She suggested this resolution go through Committee as it could be further discussed.
It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Sigler, to refer this resolution to the Housing and Economic Development Committee. Mr. Klein stated that he did not know that Bill 8125 was deemed unconstitutional and asked for Mr. Granison's input regarding this. Mr. Granison stated that he did not know that Bill was deemed unconstitutional but asked for the Legislators support of renters. Mr. Lane stated that he does support renters but also stated that the Legislature needs to support landlords as well. Mr. Sigler wrote an email that was sent to all Legislators and requested that it be included in the record. He stated that he is a landlord and is willing to work with his tenants in the midst of the crisis. Mr. Sigler’s statement for the record:
“I’ve read over Henry’s member filed resolution. I won’t be supporting it, but I’d like to let you know why. I own two houses in Ithaca and have four units with three tenants. One is Lakeview Mental health who rents two units. I wasn’t worried about them as they work on yearly budgets. “In my other two units, both sets of tenants reached out to me and told me they would have
trouble paying rent in April. I expected that as I know what two of the tenants do; one’s a tattoo artist, the other waiter, but I don’t know the circumstances of all the tenants. I told them my primary concern was their safety and that I appreciate that some of them are out of work. I also told them I didn’t expect one tenant to pick up their roommates’’ share of the rent to make the rent whole, but that if they could pay something that would be great. If not, then they can’t and hopeful things would turn around before May’s rent is due. “Why did they reach out to me? First, because they’re responsible adults who have a contract with me and they value where they live and the contract they have with me. Why did I handle this the way I have so far? It’s my moral responsibility, but also my legal responsibility to provide a safe place for them to live. Let’s say that’s me and not every landlord. Practically, there’s a moratorium on
evictions. Even without that moratorium, it takes almost two months to evict someone and even then, there are a lot of protections. Plus, who wants to look for new tenants in the middle of pandemic? “For April, both apartments paid partial rent. Those that could pay did, the others didn’t and I keep tabs on what folks owe. My hope is that maybe the three tenants who couldn’t pay will have
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unemployment kick in soon and they can then pay rent. That’s in part what unemployment is for and it’s been boosted where you might get $1,000 a week; more than some of my tenants make in their jobs. “I already have a mortgage suspension on the one rental property, but that money will be owed in 90 days to be paid off in six months. It’s given me flexibility to work with my tenants, but if you suspend rents interfering with the contract I have with these tenants, what is the impetus for anyone to pay? Will tenants wait the 90 days of the state moratorium and then pay the landlord the back rent? That seems like a pretty big risk for a landlord.
“I’m still paying my taxes into escrow so the city will get its money and I’m still paying the electric and water. What you’re saying is landlords should do that all alone; if it doesn’t come out now, the bill will come due in 90 days. People still need legal services. Should lawyers work pro-bono? The
city budget is in shambles, but people still need services. Should city workers and agencies work pro bono? I don’t see any calls for that, but that’s what this resolution is calling for from landlords.
“Thanks for listening.” A roll call vote on the motion to Refer to Committee resulted as follows: Ayes - 9 (Legislators Dawson, John, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler); Noes - 5 (Legislators Black, Champion, Granison, Klein, and McBean-Clairborne). MOTION TO REFER TO THE HOUSING AND ECONMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE CARRIED.
RESULT: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, in response to the outbreak of COVID-19, New York State has mandated certain containment measures, including the closure of schools and non-essential businesses, and
WHEREAS, the containment protocol of COVID-19 in the County of Tompkins continues to have a severe impact on the local economy, leading to widespread job losses and reduction in wages and income of Ithaca residents, and
WHEREAS, as of March 16, New York State has declared an indefinite statewide moratorium on evictions and pending evictions orders, and WHEREAS, between March 15 and April 4, approximately 16.8 million workers filed for unemployment jobless benefits, and WHEREAS, the National Multifamily Housing Council, a trade group for big apartment owners and developers, compiled data tracking rent payments across some 13.4 million units nationwide, which showed that through the first five days of April, 31 percent of tenants had so far failed to pay their rent, and
WHEREAS, residents of Tompkins County who have suffered job losses or a reduction in income are in additional need of assistance, particularly low-income families, and
WHEREAS, legislation has been introduced in the New York State Senate and the New York State Assembly that would suspend rent payments for 90 days of residential tenants and small business
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commercial tenants who have suffered a loss of income because of government-ordered COVID-19 restrictions, and WHEREAS, this legislation also provides relief for landlords who are suffering financial hardship because of a loss of rent payments, allowing them to waive mortgage payments for a period of 90 days, WHEREAS, the recently passed federal stimulus bill provides much-needed support in the form of expanded unemployment benefits and direct cash payments to individuals and families, and expands SBA loans for small businesses, and
WHEREAS, additional relief is needed to support unemployed workers, especially undocumented and under-the-table workers, and to extend mortgage forbearance to landlords and help them meet
financial obligations such as tax liabilities, utility payments, and insurance premiums, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby urges our state representatives to
support Senate bill S8125A and Assembly bill A10224A, which for a 90-day period would suspend the rent payments of residential tenants and small business commercial tenants who have suffered a loss of income as a result of government-ordered COVID-19 restrictions, and suspend mortgage payments for the same period for property owners facing financial hardship as a result of non-payment of rent, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature send copies of this resolution to Congressman Tom Reed; State Senators Tom O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming; Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand; State Assembly member Barbara Lifton; and Governor Andrew Cuomo. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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April 7, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Michael Sigler, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:59p.m.
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Public Hearing - Proposed issuance by the County of its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020
Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in the approximate aggregate principal amount of $3,000,000 (the “Series C Notes”)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning the proposed issuance by the County of its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the
Alternative Minimum Tax) in the approximate aggregate principal amount of $3,000,000 (the “Series C Notes”). The proceeds from the sale of the Series C Notes will (i) provide new monies for a capital improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the “Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, and (ii) pay all or a portion of the costs incidental to the issuance of the Series C Notes, including issuance costs of the Series C Notes. The Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements at the Airport, including the relocation of the
existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger
boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work. The County is the owner and operator of the Airport. Minutes of the public hearing will be made available by the Tompkins County Legislature (the “Legislature”). Approval of the issuance of the Series C Notes by the Legislature is necessary in order for the interest on the Series C Notes to be excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:36 p.m.
Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the regular meeting to order at 5:36 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
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Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Remote
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Remote
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no member of the public who wished to speak to the Legislature and no comments were submitted.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Mr. McGonigal, Common Council member, said Common Council met twice last week and approved furloughing 87 members of City staff. Common Council will meet again tomorrow at their regularly scheduled meeting and will take action to use $195,000 from the CDBG (Community
Development Block Grant) to fund an emergency rental assistance fund for those within the City. They will be voting to approve two wastewater facility projects and 4G and 5G capabilities. Ms. Dawson asked if the furloughs that were done were temporary or permanent. Mr. McGonigal stated that the furloughs would be temporary. He has spoken with the Mayor and it is his understanding that the recent stimulus packages do not include funding for counties, cities or towns, therefore, the furloughs were done to a more extreme extent. He also spoke of several closings this summer including the GIAC (Greater Ithaca Activities Center) pool and Cass Park pool.
Mr. Klein said he had heard the Ithaca Waste Water Treatment Plant is scheduled to be partially closed for three months this summer and the closest place to dump the water is in Syracuse, which would
pose a big problem for a constituent he spoke with, along with others. Mr. McGonigal was unaware of this and said he will find out more information and get back to Mr. Klein. Mr. Granison asked about any further discussions regarding the conference center by Common Council. Mr. McGonigal stated that the Council has not discussed that issue recently, but this will be a topic at a meeting soon as there is concern over hotel room tax with the crisis environment.
Ms. Kelles said she had a question from a constituent regarding the Ithaca Youth Bureau and GIAC and summer camps and activities having been cancelled for the entire summer and asked if there is anything that can happen as part of the reopening in our sector in order to re-evaluate this decision. Mr. McGonigal stated that staff would need to be hired in order to run the summer camps but stated that although there is a chance of that happening, it is doubtful. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne encouraged Ms. Kelles to have this constituent call the Youth Bureau and GIAC to have a conversation about this.
Ms. Robertson asked about the percentage of the City staff that was furloughed; Mr. McGonigal said it is about 20-25% of City staff. She then spoke about the conference center in regard to the Mayor as
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she believed he had already given his blessing on the conference center and asked if there is a way to undo his support. Mr. McGonigal stated that there is a way to undo the Mayor's support of the conference center, if necessary. There is a bill/letter circulating that would ask for State and Federal support and Ms. Robertson encouraged the City to support that effort.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke of the letter she sent to all County employees last week on behalf of the Legislature commending them for their efforts in maintaining the smooth operation of County services. Many employees expressed gratitude for the letter and for the Legislature's care and attention to this. She particularly thanked County Administrator Jason Molino and front-line staff for their work and meeting the
needs of the County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
COVID-19 Update April 22 - May 5 (ID #9330)
Mr. Molino provided a COVID-19 update and shared a PowerPoint presentation. As of May 1,
2020, the State issued guidelines for K-12 schools and Colleges to remain closed through the end of the academic year. The County has initiated an effort recently for mask making and 700 masks thus far have been made with additional mask donations continuing to come in. The County has provided two hours of excused leave to employees who want to get tested for COVID. Mr. Molino reviewed reconstitution planning guidelines that were issued to Department Heads today to potentially start reopening Departments across the County. He also provided information regarding the reopening guidelines that were provided from Governor Cuomo and the seven specific criteria that a region would have to meet in order to re-open. Mr. Molino stated that the County is part of the Southern Tier region; if the County were in a region on its own, the criteria would be met. Mr. John stated that we would need dramatically greater testing abilities if the County is going to have students moving into and out of the region. Mr. Molino stated that there is also a drive-through testing site in Broome County, but the State recognizes there is a shortage in regard to this.
Ms. Kelles asked if there is any conversation with the colleges and the Health Department to create protocols to reduce risk of resurgence when the students come back. Mr. Molino said there have been
discussions with the three higher education facilities in the County to open dialogue regarding this and to ensure the communication lines are open for this information. Mr. Lane asked about how long a region has to be in each phase (the four that the Governor provided) before they can progress to the next phase. Mr. Molino stated that he understands it to be at least a 14-day period of success in each phase. Ms. Black asked about the decision for schools to re-open if it was a State decision or a district decision. Mr. Molino stated that he believes it would be a State decision. Mr. Kruppa provided an update regarding the statistics of those who've tested positive for COVID-19 in Tompkins County. Mr. Kruppa stated that the charts provided at tonight's meeting will not be updated as individual positive cases come in, but rather as more are collected. Ms. Robertson stated that she was
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surprised by the age breakdown for positive cases, as it was originally designated as a virus affecting the older population. Mr. Kruppa supported her statement by saying that the work that has done as a community to stay home and protect our most vulnerable populations is extremely valuable. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Kruppa stated that the Health Department does have gender information for positive cases but did not include that in the statistics provided at this meeting. He believes these statistics to be and approximate 50/50 split. Mr. Granison asked about the testing that has been conducted at nursing home sites. Mr. Kruppa stated that while the names of the facilities will not be released, about one-third of the nursing home population has been tested in the County. Mr. Kruppa
reminded those in attendance that the information provided this evening was for the positive cases only, not for those who have been tested.
In response to Ms. Koreman, Mr. Molino agreed to provide the slides to Legislators from the presentation and said they would be posted on the County’s website.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked for clarification regarding the wearing of masks or face coverings and when it is appropriate to do so. Mr. Kruppa stated that people should be wearing a mask or face covering in every appropriate situation. While someone may not need to wear one at their desk, if they go to the copier or use the restroom, one should be worn. When in doubt, wear a mask or face covering. Mr. Kruppa stated that there has been one new positive case in the last seven (7) days.
RESULT: COMPLETED
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Budget Review and COVID-19 Impacts (ID #9331)
Mr. Molino provided a mid-year budget review, providing a PowerPoint with additional information to the Legislators. There is no area in the State that is not impacted by a budget deficit in 2020.
Mr. Molino discussed the furloughs and how the County is affected by this. There are 96 employees who were furloughed within Tompkins County government, totaling about 12.4% of the County's workforce.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:44 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:55 p.m. Mr. John asked about the budget amount in terms of the state hospitalizations that the County is now responsible for. Mr. Molino clarified, stating that the County used to be responsible for only half of the cost of the hospitalizations, minimizing the cost previously. Ms. Black asked if furloughing is a short-term solution or if these may be extended. Mr. Molino stated that the furloughs are meant to last only through July 31st. Mr. Molino stated that he has the ability to bring employees back to work and said he would be reviewing the workload and budget when it is time.
RESULT: COMPLETED
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Report from the County Attorney
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Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder reported that the County received $439,644 in casino revenue for the first quarter which is about 10% less than last year. Ms. Robertson clarified that the first quarter of the casino revenue included a couple weeks of the facilities being closed due to the COVID crisis.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Robertson, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Urging the State to Establish an Emergency Rental Assistance Program (S8140/A10248) in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis.
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Authorize and Direct the County Administrator to Carry
Out Furloughs for Certain Identified County Employees During the COVID-19 Pandemic. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was unanimously adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Appointments (ID # 9246)
Personal Emergency Response Service Advisory Board Daniel Klein - term expires December 31, 2021 Recreation Partnership Board Henry Granison - term expires December 31, 2021
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last legislature meeting. The next
meeting is scheduled for May 18th.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the next meeting will be held on May 21st.
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Mr. Lane stated he attended the ITCTC (Ithaca Tompkins County Transit Council) meeting today and said they are making good progress in regard to the Department of Transportation project. It is expected to be mostly completed by the end of September and completely done by the end of the year at which time the old site will be put up for sale.
Resolution No. 2020-83: SEQRA (State Environmental Quality Review Act) Resolution Relating to a Capital Improvement Project at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9254)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”), is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the “Regulations”), and WHEREAS, the County is undertaking a capital improvement project at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the “Airport”) consisting of the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport, to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road, also on Airport property, together with related site
improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work (collectively, the “Project”) and it is estimated that the Project will total no
more than 4.5 acres of ground disturbance, and WHEREAS, a short form Environmental Assessment Form (“EAF”), dated March 11, 2020, a
copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, was prepared by C&S Engineer’s Inc. (“C&S”), the County’s engineering firm for the Project, to facilitate a review of the potential environmental impacts of the Project, and WHEREAS, the Project is a component of a larger renovation project at the Airport (the “Original Project”) which was the subject of a prior environmental review undertaken by the County which concluded that the Original Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment, and WHEREAS, the during the course of its review of the Project, the County has reviewed the Project as an additional step of the Original Project in an effort to consider the entire set of activities and
steps to be undertaken and their collective impact, if any, on the environment and to that end the record of the County’s prior SEQRA review of the Original Project is attached hereto as Exhibit D, and
WHEREAS, C&S has reviewed the scope of the Project, including the Original Project, and has
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advised the County that (a) the Project constitutes an Unlisted Action as that term is defined in Part 617.2 of the Regulations, and (b) the County may declare itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations, and WHEREAS, C&S, having reviewed and compared the EAF against the standards set forth in Part 617.7 of the Regulations, and further taking into account the prior environmental review set forth in Exhibit D, has advised the County by letter dated March 11, 2020, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit B, that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment and the County may properly issue a “Negative Declaration” with respect to the Project, and
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the County has carefully considered the nature and scope of the Project as set forth in the EAF action, has carefully reviewed the criteria contained in Part 617.7(c) of the
Regulations together with the recommendations provided by C&S, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and
Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, as follows: Section 1. The County hereby determines that the Project is an Unlisted Action as such term is defined in the Regulations. Section 2. The County hereby declares itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations. Section 3. The County hereby adopts the findings and conclusions contained within the EAF and in accordance with the reasoned elaboration set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto, the County finds and concludes that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment.
Section 4. The County hereby issues a Negative Declaration with respect to the Project. Section 5. The County Legislature hereby authorizes and directs the County Attorney to file any and all SEQRA related notices with the appropriate parties and agencies.
Section 6. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
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Resolution No. 2020-84: Resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature, as the Elected Legislative Body of Tompkins County, New York, in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended, Approving the Issuance by the County of Tompkins, New York of its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in an Aggregate Principal Amount up to $3,000,000 (ID #9257)
Ms. Robertson asked for clarification regarding this resolution. Mr. Lane stated this resolution is required by the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) to show that this is a municipal bond as it is to be tax exempt. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) intends to issue, contingent upon the adoption of this Resolution, its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the
Alternative Minimum Tax), in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $3,000,000 (the “Series C Notes”), and WHEREAS, proceeds from the sale of the Series C Notes will (i) provide new monies for a capital improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the “Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, and (ii) pay all or a portion of the
costs incidental to the issuance of the Series C Notes, including issuance costs of the Series C Notes, and WHEREAS, the Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements at the Airport, including the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot,
installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and
equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the
“Code”), interest on the Series C Notes will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Series C Notes is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Series C Notes and the nature and location of the facilities financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, and WHEREAS, on May 5, 2020, prior to consideration of this approving resolution, in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building located at 121 East Court Street, Second Floor, Ithaca, New York 14850, the County held such a public hearing in the presence of the County Legislature upon proper notice in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Code, and WHEREAS, to aid the Legislature in its deliberations, the County has made available to the
members of the Legislature prior to this meeting the notice of public hearing published by the County in The Ithaca Journal on April 15, 2020, along with the affidavit of publication of such newspaper, and WHEREAS, the Legislature, after due consideration of the foregoing, as the “applicable elected representative” of the County within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code, desires to approve the issuance of the Series C Notes, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code, the Legislature hereby gives its approval of the issuance by the County of the Series C Notes. This approval is given pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code for the purpose of qualifying the interest payable on the Series C Notes for exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes pursuant to the provisions of Sections 103 and 141-150 of the Code.
Section 2. This Resolution shall be deemed to be made for the benefit of the holders of the Series C Notes.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED
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Resolution No. 2020-85: Amending Bond Resolution of the County of Tompkins, New York Relating to a Capital Improvement Project at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ID #9255)
The proposed changes to the resolution by Mr. Lane were accepted as friendly. Ms. Dawson expressed her reluctance to have to vote for this project in a time when the County has had to furlough employees. Ms. Black stated that she will not be supporting this resolution or the award of bid for the fuel farm as she does not believe it benefits the County’s constituents at this time. Ms. Koreman stated that she will be supporting this resolution in terms of transportation for the
area. Mr. Hall stated that they would not borrow more than $10 million for this project. Ms. Robertson reminded Legislators that the County will get past this scenario and that projects like
this take years to come to fruition; she believes this is the right decision at this time. Mr. Hall stated that there is $1.8 million coming to the Airport as part of the CARES Act and he stated that the Airport will be used for debt relief. Ms. Champion expressed her non-support of this resolution as she doesn't believe this is the right time for it.
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 3]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman,
Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey,
Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Henry Granison
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”), is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and
implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the “Regulations”), and WHEREAS, by adoption of a Bond Resolution on October 16, 2018 (the “Original Bond Resolution”), the County approved undertaking and financing a capital improvement project at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins International Airport consisting of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction,
installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work (collectively, the “Original Project”), and
WHEREAS, by adoption of a SEQRA Resolution on October 16, 2018, the County (1) determined that the Original Project is an Unlisted Action as such term is defined in the Regulations, (2) declared itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the
Regulations, (3) adopted the findings and conclusions contained within an Environmental Assessment Form prepared for the Original Project, and (4) determined that the Original Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment and issued a Negative Declaration with respect to the Original Project, and WHEREAS, by adoption of the Original Bond Resolution, the County approved the expenditure of up to $10,000,000 to pay for the Original Project and further authorized the issuance of up to $10,000,000 bond anticipation notes and serial bonds of the County to finance the Project, and WHEREAS, the Original Bond Resolution assigned the Original Project a period of probable usefulness of 10 years under subdivision 14 of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, and WHEREAS, the Local Finance Law was recently amended to add a new subdivision 14-b to
paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law that assigns a thirty (30) year period of probable usefulness to projects consisting of the construction, reconstruction, or extension of the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, whether or not including buildings, hangars, runways, taxi-strips, paved areas,
perimeter fencing, grading, filling, drainage or other site work and further assigns a twenty-five (25) year period of probable usefulness to projects consisting of the acquisition and installation of an above ground aircraft fuel farm at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, including connecting pipes, valves,
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meters, pumps, concrete spill containment facilities, and appurtenant facilities, and WHEREAS, the County now intends to (i) expand the scope of the Original Project to include the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property (the Original Project, as so amended, to be referred to herein as the “Project”), (ii) increase the maximum estimated cost of the Project from $10,000,000 to $13,000,000, (iii) amend the plan of finance to increase the authorized amount of bonds and notes to finance the Project from $10,000,000 to $13,000,000, and (iv) assign new periods of probable usefulness to the Project, and
WHEREAS, by prior adoption of a SEQRA Resolution on May 5, 2020, the County (1) determined that the Project is an Unlisted Action as such term is defined in the Regulations, (2) declared
itself lead agency to undertake an uncoordinated review pursuant to Part 617.6(b)(4) of the Regulations, (3) adopted the findings and conclusions contained in an Environmental Assessment Form and found that the Project will not result in any significant adverse impacts to the environment, and (4) issued a Negative
Declaration with respect to the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The scope of the Project, as amended to include the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, together with related site improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment and payment of professional fees and all
other necessary costs incidental to such work, is hereby approved. Section 2. The maximum estimated cost of the Project is hereby increased from $10,000,000 to $13,000,000, and said amount is hereby appropriated therefor. Section 3. The plan of finance is hereby amended to authorize the issuance of serial bonds
and bond anticipation notes of the County, including renewals thereof, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law of the State of New York, in a principal amount not to exceed $13,000,000 to finance said appropriation for the Project, apportioned as follows: a. For the capital improvement project at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins International Airport consisting of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, and construction of a new federal customs facility, at a maximum
estimated cost of $10,000,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 30 years, pursuant to subdivision 14-b of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $10,000,000 serial bonds of the County. b. For the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline
Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site
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located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, at a maximum estimated cost of $3,000,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 25 years, pursuant to subdivision 14-b of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $3,000,000 serial bonds of the County. Section 4. Except as herein modified, the Original Bond Resolution remains in full force and effect.
Section 5. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted Action
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Resolution No. 2020-86: Award of Bid - Relocate Existing Fuel Farm – Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9289)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 3]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman,
Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey,
Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Henry Granison
WHEREAS, the Finance Department advertised and received two (2) bids for the relocation of the existing fuel farm from the following: Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc. $3,416,750 Streeter Associates, Inc. $3,997,000
WHEREAS, the Airport's engineering consultants, C&S Companies of Syracuse, NY, have reviewed both bids and found the lowest responsible bidder is Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc., of Brewerton, New York, with a bid of $3,416,750, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the award of bid go to Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc., contingent upon approval and review by the County of Tompkins (approval of Airport Bond) as well New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) concurrence. The funding for this project will be from the New York State Aviation Grant Program and the remainder from the Airport Bond, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute a
contract with Paragon Environmental Construction, Inc., of Brewerton, New York, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to borrow monies if necessary,
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until reimbursement is received from the NYSDOT and the Airport Bond. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, stated the Committee will meet this Thursday, May 7th. There will be updates from the Tompkins County Public Library as well as the Board of Elections. The redistricting topic will be discussed and there may be recommendations brought to the Legislature next month from the Committee on this topic.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, stated the Committee met April 23rd and said there will be a public hearing at the next Legislature meeting on the Agriculture District No. 1 review as recommended by the Committee. The Committee will meet next on May 26th.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported last week the Committee met as the Expanded Budget Committee for what was supposed to be the annual Budget Retreat and heard a presentation on the mid-year budget
review by the County Administrator. The next Committee meeting will be held May 11th.
Resolution No. 2020-87: Authorize and Direct the County Administrator to Carry Out Furloughs for Certain Identified County Employees During the COVID-19 Pandemic (ID #9327)
Ms. Robertson recommended additional "Whereas" wording; this amendment was accepted as friendly and incorporated into the resolution.
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization designated the novel COVID-19 (Coronavirus), outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2020, United States Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the entire United States to aid the nation's healthcare community in responding to COVID-19, and
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WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York declared a Disaster Emergency in the State of New York to address the threat that COVID-19 poses to the health and welfare of its residents and visitors, and WHEREAS, a State of Emergency was declared in Tompkins County in response to the COVID-19 pandemic effective March 13, 2020, and WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued, and continues to issue Executive Orders directing actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in New York State, and
WHEREAS, the current COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent effects on the State of New York have resulted in an unprecedented economic impact to all businesses and public entities, including
Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Budget forecasts the economic impacts to include a
tax revenue shortfall of $13.3 billion in 2020 and the total impact on New York’s economy to be a total loss of $445 billion, and WHEREAS, the State aid provided to counties, local governments and all others that receive reimbursements, aid or grants from the State could see a significant mid-year reduction due to the economic slowdown and shortfall in State revenues, and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting sales tax receipts of all counties of New York, including Tompkins County, and sales tax receipts are the second largest revenue to the Tompkins County budget which is used to pay the County cost of services each year, and
WHEREAS, although the federal government has provided trillions of dollars of aid to individuals, businesses and corporations, so far no support has been provided to local governments to replace the local revenue losses due to COVID-19, except for limited support for certain VOVID-19 expenses and entities with more than 500,000 population, and WHEREAS, the County is taking various initial measures in response to the fiscal outlook,
including without limitation imposing a hiring freeze, spending freeze, and pausing or delaying various capital projects, and WHEREAS, the County Administrator is recommending the temporary furlough of County employees in a manner that ensures that the County continues to provide essential and non-essential services consistent with the Executive Orders issue by Governor Cuomo, and WHEREAS, the County Administrator has recommended that furloughed employees have the ability to continue their current group health insurance benefits by paying the normal monthly premiums directly to the County; impacted employees shall have an optional lump sum payout of up to three weeks of earned fringe time based on the employee’s standard workweek and that fringe must be utilized in the
following order: compensatory time, personal time, and vacation time, and that existing employee accruals will be frozen for the period of furlough and be available to furloughed employees upon recall, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby authorizes and directs the County Administrator to carry out such furloughs for certain identified county employees, effective at the end of
the workday on Friday, May 8, 2020, for a period not to exceed July 31, 2020, and that the County
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated the Committee will next meet on May 27th. One of the topics that will be discussed is the current COVID-19 pandemic and how different populations have been or will be affected by this crisis.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee will meet tomorrow and will delve deeper into the Federal bills and discuss goals of the Committee.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, stated the Committee met April 23rd and reported the Planning and Sustainability Department identified CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funding that was originally earmarked for renovations but will likely be used to assist renters in paying up to three months of rent
payments during this time. The next meeting will be May 28th.
Resolution No. 2020-88: Resolution Urging the State to Establish an Emergency Rental Assistance Program (S8140/A10248) in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis (ID #9328)
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles,
Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne,
David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Henry Granison
WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo declared a state of emergency based on COVID-19, and issued declarations banning non-essential employees from work and closing schools, and recommended social distancing and other precautions to protect public health and
prevent transmission of this communicable virus, and WHEREAS, over half of tenants in New York State are rent-burdened during typical economic conditions. As a result of the state of emergency and the government-recommended precautions, many tenants have experienced sudden income loss, and further income impacts are anticipated, and WHEREAS, as a result of the global pandemic and the necessary action to put New York State on pause, between March 12 and April 15, approximately 1.2 million workers in New York State
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successfully filed for unemployment jobless benefits, which does not include the countless numbers of individuals who have not been able to successfully apply due to overwhelmed government online application systems, and WHEREAS, the National Multifamily Housing Council, a trade group for big apartment owners and developers, compiled data tracking rent payments across some 13.4 million units nationwide, which showed that through the first five days of April, 31 percent of tenants had so far failed to pay their rent, which outlines the widespread growing rent burden as a result of this pandemic, and
WHEREAS, the containment protocol of COVID-19 in the County of Tompkins continues to have a severe impact on the local economy, leading to widespread job losses and reduction in wages and income of Tompkins County residents, and
WHEREAS, residents of Tompkins County who have suffered job losses or a reduction in income are in additional need of assistance, particularly low-income families, and
WHEREAS, as of March 16, New York State declared an indefinite statewide moratorium on evictions and pending eviction orders, a judicial order that can be lifted at any time and does not provide a plan for the economic consequences to renters and landlords of the wave of back rent and mortgages that will come due the moment the statewide moratorium is lifted, and WHEREAS, housing stability is crucial in a public health emergency in which containment and treatment rely on individuals staying indoors and not being forced to seek shelter or experience homelessness, and this need will extend beyond the lifting of a statewide moratorium on evictions and pending eviction orders, and WHEREAS, Senate bill S.8140 and Assembly bill A.10248, to establish a COVID-19 Rental Emergency Assistance Program, were introduced on March 29, 2020, to allow the Housing Trust Fund Corporation to issue emergency rental assistance vouchers and authorize the Division of Housing and
Community Renewal to implement the program, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, that
the Tompkins County Legislature hereby urges our State representatives to support S.8140/A.10428, which would provide emergency rental assistance vouchers for a defined period to those tenants who exhibit significant financial hardship due to the outbreak of COVID-19,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is directed to send copies of this resolution to Congressman Tom Reed; State Senators Tom O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming; Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand; State Assembly member Barbara Lifton; and Governor Andrew Cuomo. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee met May 4th and discussed the ongoing effort to get the word out regarding the Census count. The County is averaging an approximate 50% response rate but the response rate amongst college students is at 18%. There was an article that was published in the Ithaca
Journal with misinformation, stating that the college students should report at their home rather than at
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college, as they normally would. Ms. Robertson stated that she has heard from parents who have submitted their Census with their college student at home and wanted to know if there was any way they could change that information. Mr. Lane stated that he believes they could re-submit the information accurately.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the next meeting will be May 14th.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the next meeting will be May 21st. The Committee will likely be discussing the LaBella report that was received. Mr. John said there are currently 26 inmates at the Jail with one board-in.
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April 21, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Rich John, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:11 p.m.
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Public Hearing - Proposed changes to Agricultural District #1
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning proposed changes to Agricultural District #1 and asked if anyone wished to speak. Monika Roth of Cooperative Extension reviewed briefly the process and said all municipalities
were notified and five municipalities were included in this Agricultural District review. During this review process it is the only time land can be taken out of a District. Mila Fournier of Cooperative Extension also spoke of the process and said after doing a review and meeting with municipalities a total of 369.58 acres will be added to Agricultural District # 1 and 1,739 acres will be removed. No one else wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:36 p.m.
Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the regular meeting to order at 5:36 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Remote
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Remote
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation declaring May 2020 as Older Americans Month.
Ms. Monroe from the Tompkins County Office for the Aging was present to accept the proclamation.
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation declaring May 2020 as Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month and recognized Mr. Chang who was present to accept the proclamation. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also dedicated the proclamation to Sue-Je Gage who was a dear friend of hers and her family.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no public present for privilege of the floor.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Mr. Nguyen, City Council Member, said Common Council met at the beginning of the month and approved releasing CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funding through an application
process for rental assistance due to the corona virus. Common Council discussed at length 5G and approved moving that forward. He reported a decision to rezone the Cherry Street district will be coming to Common Council next month. Also, he announced trash tags are required again in the City of Ithaca
starting this week. Ms. Kelles asked if there has been any discussion regarding the redistricting topic; Mr.
Nguyen stated that Ms. Champion had emailed him but there has not been discussion as of yet. Mr. Lane asked about the waterfront rezoning as he is concerned over the possibility of apartments going up there. Mr. Nguyen stated that there is a public right-of-way and will include
visual and physical access to the waterfront. There will also be housing/lodging going in. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked about parking and if that will need to be paid for starting this week as well; Mr. Nguyen said parking is still free in the City for now.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. John reported his sister who is running for election for the position of Mayor of Baltimore and as of the latest poll she is tied for first place. His daughter, Julia, graduated from graduate school yesterday and received a Masters in Arts and Education. He spoke about the on-line schooling and how difficult that had been for her. Ms. Koreman stated that Memorial Day is coming up this weekend and she wanted to thank and memorialize all the Veterans who have fallen and all those we have lost through this pandemic. Mr. Lane thanked Mr. Granison and Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for the proclamation for Asians and Pacific Islanders and spoke of his appreciation and the history of how they have become part of the
community. Ms. Kelles noted that there has been a lot of conversation regarding healthcare and community
health in the context of COVID. She has organized a Town Hall meeting tomorrow night that will be streamed live on Channel 13, YouTube, and there is also a Facebook event that she will share with all Legislators. Ms. Robertson wanted to inform everyone what's happening at the State and Federal levels. There are two bills: the HEROES Act that includes $1 trillion of aid for state and local governments and
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the SMART Act with a companion bill for $500 billion. Neither is going to pass unless there is a groundswell of support; New York is providing strong support, but the support in other states is needed as well. She encouraged all to have people in other states call for support and announced the phone number to call the Senate and House is 202-224-3121. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne supported Ms. Robertson’s statement and encouraged all to call. She also recognized middle schoolers graduating and moving to high school, including her daughter. She spoke of the show she watched Saturday recognizing all 2020 graduates.
Resolution Added to the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Ms. Champion, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authorization to Execute an Agreement to Purchase Two Rheonix Encompass MDx® Workstations to
Enhance COVID-19 Surveillance Testing in Tompkins County and the Southern Tier Region.
Individual Member-Filed Resolution
Resolution No. 2020-89: Appropriation from Contingent Fund to Purchase One Rheonix Encompass MDx® Workstations to Enhance COVID-19 Surveillance Testing in Tompkins County and the Southern Tier Region (ID #9351)
Mr. Molino spoke about the resolution and said testing is a critical piece of survielling the community. The resolution includes the purchase of one piece of equipment from Rheonix, a local company, and is likely to be FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) reimbursable by 75%, 12.5% by the State, and the local share would be 12.5%. Dr. Martin Stallone spoke about the request and the Rheonix platform. This is in place and in use already as CHS (Cayuga Health System) had purchased two previous to this. This is the most promising platform for testing. Each machine can yield about 100 samples daily and has a 4-hour result turnaround time. This will help greatly with school reopenings, etc. Ms. Black thanked Cayuga Health Partners for their work with testing within the community; staff is friendly and the test is easy to obtain. Tompkins County has seen a flattening of the curve and the
only way to attest to this is the testing; she will be supporting this resolution. Ms. Koreman stated she is in full support of this, even if the County is not reimbursed as it is
extremely important for the community. Ms. Champion stated that she is happy to support this resolution but asked what happens to the machine when it is no longer needed for COVID. Dr. Stallone stated that the horizon for this problem will be longer than we think; no one knows about the availability of a probable vaccine. The demand for flu testing is likely to be increased which this machine can also be used for. There will be spare capacity for this machine. Mr. Sigler asked about the adaptability of the machine. Dr. Stallone stated the machine is a PCR machine and is adaptable to different types of samples (saliva versus nasal swabs). If there is a change in the virus, the machine would still be usable for the detection of the virus. Mr. Lane commended the County for their leadership during this crisis and thanked everyone
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involved. He voiced his support for the purchase of this equipment. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Dr. Stallone and the partners at Cayuga Health Systems for their work and diligence in flattening the curve and stopping the spread of the virus within the community. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Cayuga Health System (CHS) is steadily increasing its COVID-19 testing capacity
to support the reopening of Tompkins County and safety of its residents, and WHEREAS, Rheonix, Inc., was founded in 2008 in Ithaca, NY, and is focused on addressing specific molecular testing across a variety of markets improving standards of care by making molecular diagnostics available to more people, in more places, more often, and WHEREAS, CHS has requested that Tompkins County and the City of Ithaca to purchase a Rheonix Encompass MDx® workstation each at a cost of approximately $55,000 each to further support
the regional reopening, and that CHS has already purchased two such workstations with the goal of obtaining a total of seven Rhenoix devices for the community, and
WHEREAS, Rheonix is one of several testing “platforms” at CHS and that the Rheonix platform is particularly attractive to CHS and Tompkins County, because of its 4-hour result turnaround time, and physician ability to collaborate with Rheonix scientists around new technology development, and WHEREAS, CHS has been instrumental in providing the Tompkins County community with COVID-19 testing since the onset of the global pandemic and with the additional purchase of Rheonix workstations for CHS it will provide the opportunity to incrementally expand the number of COVID-19 surveillance tests available per day, and WHEREAS, in terms of necessary total testing capacity, the Southern Tier Region is required to have a minimum daily diagnostic testing capacity over a 7-day average of 30 tests per 1,000 residents per month or approximately 700 tests per day, and WHEREAS, the Rheonix platform in its fullest implementation would provide ~2500 of these
tests daily, with analytics done at the Cayuga Medical Center and with a 4-hour turnaround time, would greatly support the Southern Tier region in maintaining the needed daily testing milestones to remain open, as well as provide additional testing capability for Tompkins County residents to improve
surveillance testing capabilities, and
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WHEREAS, the Emergency Operations Center has confirmed that the purchase of Rheonix testing equipment may qualify for reimbursement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the COVID-19 National Emergency at 75% of the cost of the equipment, and that the State of New York would reimburse for 12.5% of the cost and the County would be responsible for 12.5% of the cost as a local share, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the County Administrator or designee be, and hereby is, authorized and directed to execute an agreement with Rheonix, Inc. for the purchase of one Rheonix Encompass MDx® workstation,
RESOLVED, further, That the request to purchase one Rheonix Encompass workstation is hereby approved and that the Finance Director be authorized to make the following budget adjustment:
FROM: 1990.54400 Contingent Fund $55,000.00 TO: 1230.52235.10.00 Lab Equipment $55,000.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPEII-26
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Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne encouraged all to reach out to others to support their own mental health; either through reaching out to friends and family or mental health professionals. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Resolution No. 2020-90: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authorization to Enter Into a Multi-Year Lease - Workforce Development (ID #9310)
Ms. Branosky stated that this resolution reflects a rental increase but allows for a continued working relationship.
This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, a Sublease Agreement has been satisfactorily negotiated to increase the space occupied at 401 East State Street, Ithaca NY, for a five-year term, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Workforce Development Board needs additional space due to
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increased staffing, and WHEREAS, the increased space has resulted in an increased expense that was not budgeted in the 2020 Tompkins County Budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Administrator is hereby authorized to sign a sublease agreement with Landlord, Tompkins County Area Development, for the period of February 27, 2020, through March 31, 2025,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2020:
A FUND - General Fund INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT:
A9502.54400 Contribution to Community Development $3,962 DECREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: A1990.54400 Contingent $3,962 CD FUND - Community Development Fund INCREASE REVENUE ACCOUNT: CD6290.42801 Interfund Revenues $3,962 INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: CD6290.54432 Rent $3,962 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-91: Appropriation from Contingent Fund – Terminal Pay - Workforce Development Board (ID #9309)
Ms. Koreman asked about the number of job openings in the County. Ms. Branosky said there are approximately 150 businesses offering close to 500 job opportunities; these include food delivery,
healthcare, and some work from home opportunities. Ms. Robertson asked if it would be possible for the Labor Board to put together a letter in support of the HEROES Act; Ms. Branosky stated that this was on her list to complete. This resolution was adopted by a roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board had the Workforce Development Director leave full time employment on March 27, 2020, and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal-pay reimbursement to Departments from the Contingent Fund, and WHEREAS, the County’s Fiscal Policy (05-02) characterizes the Airport, Solid Waste, the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council, and Workforce Development as enterprise units and
therefore not eligible for reimbursement of terminal pay, and WHEREAS, unlike other enterprise units, the Workforce Development Board does rely on County revenue to sustain their operations and do not have an alternative source of funding to support terminal pay, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That Section 5.03-A-4 of the County Policy 05-02, prohibiting the
use of County contingency funds to support terminal pay for the Workforce Development Board, be waived,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2020:
A FUND - General Fund INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: A9502.54400 Contribution to Community Development $31,954.79 DECREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $31,954.79 CD FUND - Community Development Fund
INCREASE REVENUE ACCOUNT: CD6290.42801 Interfund Revenues $31,954.79 INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT:
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CD6290.51000187 Workforce Development Director $21,611.52 CD6290.58800 Fringe $10,343.27 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided an update via PowerPoint on the timeline to date as it relates to COVID-19. He stated that over the last fourteen (14) days, there have been eight (8) positive cases. Mr. Molino discussed the Executive Orders from the Governor regarding the reopening plans; stating that as of May
28th, the workforce in municipalities can increase above the previously ordered 50%. He also discussed the 'Moving Forward' launch of the Public Health webpage, which is aimed at outlining protocols of the reopening phases.
Mr. Molino responded to Mr. Lane in regard to the Library opening, stating he was unsure of a date but he did state that they have discussed the possibility of curbside service, potentially beginning
June 1st. Mr. Molino stated that the County will offer support of the Library services through the Communications Director Mr. Recckio and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Ms. Champion stated that she has had a number of constituents contact her regarding parks, etc., and the guidance or requirements for enforcing the wearing of masks when going for hikes or walks within the parks. Mr. Molino stated that it is likely that the education piece of mask wearing will need to ramp up and it is going to take time. There are civil enforcements (i.e. fines) that can be taken as well. The County will continue to work on getting messaging out to the community in addition to the continuance of receiving of complaints regarding this issue. The biggest challenge of this is managing the real time response to these complaints. Ms. Robertson asked for clarification regarding the Town Hall meeting that Mr. Molino mentioned would be taking place this Thursday. In response to Ms. Robertson in regard to schools, Mr. Molino stated that the Governor is coming out with direction regarding summer school by the end of this
month but stated there is no other clear direction for now. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Molino stated that as long as we are continuing to receive
personal protective equipment (PPE), the County will continue to distribute it. Ms. Kelles asked if there is a protocol in place if a surge of positive cases occurs as a result of the reopening phases. Mr. Molino stated that there has been no discussion of a reversal of reopening phases, but he believes that if there is a surge, the phases may be prolonged until a surge is under control. Ms. Kelles then asked about the potential of employees having a fear to return to work due to their concern over their employer’s protocols in regarding to COVID. Mr. Molino stated that there is no guidance on people potentially losing unemployment because of this but he encouraged individuals to call the Department of Labor Hotline as that is likely the best place to get an answer regarding that topic. In response to Ms. Koreman about the Phase 2 businesses reopening, Mr. Molino stated there are no details released as of yet. Mr. Sigler asked about mask protocols and if it is part of phase 4; Mr. Molino said he did not
have an answer.
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne stated for the record that CVS on Clinton Street has signs posted that face covering is required. She commented that some businesses are already posting similar signs.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood provided an update on pending litigation cases prior to the meeting. The Courts are now open and are accepting filings of every sort, with the exception of evictions. Hearings are still by Skype; there has been a big increase in activity. He believes Court will continue as normal except that hearings and appearances will be happening mostly by Skype for now.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder distributed the April 2020 Sales Tax Report summary to the Legislators via email. The April sales tax amount was down 27% from 2019.
In response to Ms. Black, Mr. Snyder said all hotels have been billed for the month of May. A meeting with the County Administrator will be held later this week on how to proceed with outstanding bills.
April 2020 Sales Tax Report (ID#9350)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:47 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:59 p.m.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no additional resolutions added to the agenda and none withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
This consent agenda was adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 0]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
AWAY: Kelles
Advisory Board Appointment (ID # 9329)
Office for the Aging Advisory Committee
Carrie Shearer - term expires December 31, 2022
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Resolution No. 2020-92: Refund of Taxes - Village of Cayuga Heights, Tax Parcel 18.-1-1.1 (ID #9319)
WHEREAS, the Legislature is informed that there is an agreement between the Town of Ithaca
and the Village of Cayuga Heights that parcel 18.-1-1.1 should be exempt from all town real property taxes, and
WHEREAS, the Village was erroneously charged a fire district charge of $3,868.93 on the 2020 Town and County Tax bill, which was paid by the Village on January 31, 2020, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the payment
for the fire district charge of $3,868.93 be refunded to the Village of Cayuga Heights. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-93: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 02-46: Equal Employment Opportunity and Policy 03-15: Military Leave (ID #9317)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 02-46: Equal Employment Opportunity is a new policy which outlines the County’s responsibilities and procedures consistent with State and Federal laws, and WHEREAS, Policy 03-15: Military Leave has not been reviewed in over five years, and contains updates to definitions, the policy, and procedure reflecting current practices and laws, and WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policies 02-46 and 03-15 are hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee will be meeting on May 21st at 9:00 a.m. The Committee will be discussing an RFP (Request for Proposal) coming out of the Department of Recycling and Materials Management and also taking up several Airport resolutions. Ms. Robertson asked about Mr. Smith's plans for this summer as construction is part of Phase 1. She said construction for the season has been largely curtailed and asked if it was due to watching the Department’s budget. Mr. Molino stated that yes it is a result of the budget deficit.
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Mr. Granison understands the Freese Road project has been decided upon asked what the County Highway Department’s liability is. Mr. Lane stated that the Town has picked a one-lane option and has sent it to the State for approval. He does believe the County has any additional liability as there are a number of one-lane bridges in the County.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met May 7th and heard an update from Election Commissioners Elizabeth Cree and Steve Dewitt regarding absentee ballots going out in the mail. Ms. Champion stated she received hers today and reminded those present that they will have to complete the form and send it back in order to receive their ballot. This is how an absentee ballot is requested. It is
postage paid, so no additional postage is needed. The Committee also had a report from Ms. Birdsall, Director of the Tompkins County Public
Library. The Library is being hit pretty hard financially; County will not be giving them 25% of their third quarter allotment and will likely not receive 25% of their fourth quarter allotment as well. The book sale did not happen in May; this is a major fundraiser for the Library.
Mr. Potter, Director of the Information Technology Services Department, provided an update regarding the website. The Department has updated 17 departments' websites within the County. Ms. Champion then discussed the redistricting topic and reviewed the process. Every ten years, when the Census data comes back, the County needs to assess how much the population has changed and how districting lines may change with the Census. Anyone who wants to run for the Legislature in 2021 will need to begin doing so in February 2021. As of right now, the Census data will not be received until late 2021 or 2022. An Independent Redistricting Commission will then look at the Census data. Ms. Champion discussed the options the Committee considered surrounding Legislator’s election terms. Two options were supported: 1) keep the current term (maintaining the four-year term), and 2) support a two-
year term and then move to a four-year term. She said the Committee will continue this discussion at the next meeting scheduled for June 4th and make a recommendation as a decision needs to be in order to meet the deadline for getting the action on the ballot. However, if the recommendation is to not change
the terms, no further action is necessary. She encouraged Legislators to provide input.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, stated the Committee will meet on May 26th at 10:30 a.m. and said there will
be an update on the Carbon Fee and Dividend bill. She reminded everyone that Climate change is not slowing down because of the COVID pandemic.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee met on May 11th and discussed the hotel occupancy room tax issue and the furloughs that took place within the County. The discussion concerning potential retirement options will be discussed at the next regular meeting on June 8th. She reported on June 30th the Expanded Budget Committee will meet to have an update on the County budget. She has been waiting for the Governor to make his budget adjustments but has not heard any news yet. NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) expects to hear in early June as the Governor waits to see if the Federal stimulus plan will include money for the States. He can make cuts retroactive to April 1st.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
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Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated the Committee will meet next on May 27th at 3:30 p.m. and highlighted some of the agenda topics.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee met on May 6th and heard from Dianne Miller, Senior Director, Federal Relations and Charlie Kruzansky, Associate Vice President for Government Relations, Cornell University; both would like to have a slot on future agendas to hear from them on a regular basis. The Committee will next meet on June 3rd at 11:30 a.m. She commented that Tompkins County Council of Governments can be a part of this; Ms. Black, the County’s representative, will provide that update to the Committee.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Mr. Sigler, Vice Chair, stated the Committee will next meet on May 28th at 9:30 a.m.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated that according to County Administration, there is still no movement from the State regarding the money they were going to give the County to help with the Census. Mr. Lane met with Deputy County Administrator Amie Hendrix and County Administrator Jason Molino via phone
regarding the need for money for advertisement of the Census once reopened; Communications Director Dominick Recckio has been assigned to assist in this area. The State was supposed to award the County with $130,000 but Mr. Lane does not think the County will see that money at this time. He also reported that Pat Pryor, Chair of the Public Information Advisory, has resigned her position.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met and will likely not meet this month either.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, stated the Committee will be meeting May 21st at 3pm via Zoom and will be discussing the LaBella report at length. The Jail population is at 27 inmates with one being a board-in from another County. Nine of the people in the Jail are there for parole violations. Inmates that are State ready are not being moved even after their hearings.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, stated the Committee met yesterday and had an update on COVID-19 from the Public Health Director and County Administrator. The Committee will next meet on June 15th at 1:00
p.m.
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation on behalf of the Legislature declaring June 20, 2020, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQ+) Pride Month in Tompkins County. She said the Pride Flag has been flying in Legislature Chambers and
thanked all of Tompkins County for celebrating Pride Month. Kathy Jett accepted the proclamation and thanked the Legislature on behalf of Finger Lakes Pulse and its recognition of Tompkins County’s LGBTQ+ community.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There were no members of the public who wished to speak.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
George McGonigal, City of Ithaca Common Council, responded to the question asked at the last Legislature meeting regarding the Wastewater Treatment Facility having its digesters cleaned. From June to August they are being cleaned and occasionally trucked waste will need to go somewhere else. Truckers have been notified and encouraged to find a second destination.
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At tomorrow’s Common Council meeting they will consider taking action to request the State to allow the City to collect Room Occupancy Tax from hotels and Airbnbs. It will take several months for the process to move forward. They will also be talking about waterfront zoning and making adjustments to make more green space. The Mayor is proposing the purchase of a COVID work station to enhance surveillance testing; there will also be consideration of resolutions regarding rental subsidies. In response to Mr. Granison’s inquiry about summer camps opening June 29th per the State Governor, Mr. McGonigal said the City will not be opening any of its camps due to the amount of
time it takes to hire staff and the lack of funding available.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Champion said she is disheartened with all that is happening across the country. She said she believes in books and words and poetry and believes art can change a person’s perspective. She encouraged people to be educated and read a poem by Ross Gay entitled “A small needful fact” in honor
of George Floyd. Mr. Lane welcomed Michelle Cocco back from an extended leave. Mr. Sigler said the resolution referenced by Common Council member George McGonigal and being considered by the Council that would basically allow rents to be forgiven in the City of Ithaca. He said he doesn’t support the resolution and noted if rents are forgiven landlords will still be required to pay taxes. Ms. Kelles said it is very important to speak and to acknowledge the sadness, hurt, and the pain. She said it is important that those in the white community to speak up and reach out to our black and
brown sisters and brothers in the community and find ways to offer support. She said it is important to hold each other accountable to learn and take advantage of resources that are available. There are actions taking place at the State, including a resolution on the floor of the State Legislature to repeal Section 50A,
Assembly Bill No. 2513, that specifically requires transparency from law enforcement. Ms. Robertson said there will be a lot of discussion later in the meeting when a member-filed
resolution is presented. She said her heart is sick with what is going on, particularly when people feel it is necessary to go out and risk further the spread of COVID-19. She said there are several acts under consideration of State and Federal aid and urged Legislators to contact State representatives to support the HEROES Act that supports local governments. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne recited a poem written by Paul Lawrence Dunbar, an American Poet to freed slaves in Kentucky, entitled “We Wear the Mask”. She said almost every day black and brown folks have to put on a mask when there is so much hurt and pain. Mr. Granison said he grew up in Minneapolis and still has family there. He read from John Lewis, Human Rights Activist and Congressman, that rioting and violence is not the answer and called
for everyone to rise up and vote.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by a roll
call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Condemning the Killing of George Floyd and the Institutional Racism Which Permeates Our Society.
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There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
Resolution No. 2020-94: Resolution Condemning the Killing of George Floyd and the Institutional Racism Which Permeates Our Society (ID #9377)
Ms. Koreman thanked Dr. Kenneth Clarke, Director of Human Rights, and Legislators for their assistance in drafting this resolution. She said this helps bear witness to the collective pain in the U.S. and around the world and call for action. It is one thing and a first needed step that can be taken. At this time, she read the resolution in its entirety.
Ms. Black also thanked Legislators for writing the resolution. She, too, has struggled with finding words. Discrimination is the greatest threat to a community; it cuts to the core of who we are and
what we believe in. Many in Tompkins County still experience discrimination which is the opposite of our mission. She will be looking to the Human Rights Commissioners for help; now is the time for hard work and to engage, educate, and provide service to the community. She recognized Gladys Brangman,
Chair of the Human Rights Commission, and Dr. Ken Clarke for their time and commitment as this moves forward. Ms. Robertson spoke of her grandson Ricky who was adopted as a toddler and is in town visiting. During a walk today with him she feared letting him out of her sight. She feels terrible for those who have to deal with this every day and looks forward to hearing what Mr. Clark and Ms. Brangman have to say. Ms. Dawson spoke of changes that need to take place in law enforcement and said in addition to the resolution real steps need to be taken to make sure these events don’t happen. She referenced an article from the New York Times “Justice is About More than the Killing of George Floyd” and
encouraged people to read it. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said she received a text message from a former Police Chief and read
the contents as it was the first reach out to her when the murder of George Floyd took place. He said he was outraged as a former Police Chief by the actions of a uniformed police officer. She said it was the realest acknowledgement she has heard of what has happened. She asked why people feel the need not to
focus on what the root reason is and as to why a black man would be murdered in broad daylight by someone who swore to protect and serve. You cannot balance a man being murdered with the destruction of property. She wants people to do more than take a video. She said she doesn’t like the violence and rioting that is taking place, but people are in need of being heard; too many black and brown people are dying at the hands of our law enforcement and most are not being convicted of anything. Of those she can recall there were approximately three convictions out of 70 cases. More has to be done than this resolution; it is time for everyone with the ability to be heard to take action and for the senseless killing and madness to stop. We have to move past words, everything is not ok. Dr. Clarke, Director of the Office of Human Rights, thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for her help in drafting the resolution and for her heartfelt words. This resolution reflects the reality that we want
to shape as a County. Words are important and it is important to him on a personal level. He shared a personal experience as he and friend were frisked down years ago at a bus stop in a search for someone who had robbed a store. Had that worked out differently he may not have been here today. What we do
today is important; it is not the end all and be all but it is an important step. He shared some actions that
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the Office of Human Rights in consultation and coordination with the Human Rights Commission will take over the next several months related to programming and noted changes will have to be backed up by policy, legislation, and a change of heart. Dr. Clarke provided an overview of programming that will be taking place and said the Office will work with the Human Rights Commission to develop a communications plan. Gladys Brangman, Chair of the Human Rights Commission, thanked the Legislature for the resolution and said Commissioners are eager to be a part of this and doing something that matters and to work towards awareness, understanding, and constructive dialogue. She said Commissioners are
currently in the process of drafting a statement in conjunction with the resolution that should be released next week.
Sheriff Osborne said he reviewed the resolution and said it is wonderfully written. He said this is not easy for anyone; he is a strong believer in police culture starting at the top. It is very disheartening to him as an officer who has worked very hard to build trust with the community. He said he hasn’t spoken
to any law enforcement officer who doesn’t feel what happened was anything but complete evil. He reassured the Legislature that his Department staff is committed to doing what they have been doing and will continue to work harder. He reviewed policies and procedures and noted a new policy that was put into place this week - “Duty to Intervene” that reminds officers that by not intervening in a situation they are just as guilty as the officer committing the offense. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne expressed her appreciation about the policy and said she is looking for concrete things like that to happen. Anne Koreman said white people started this and we need to fix it. A lot of people referencing the root of racism started 400 years ago when people were kidnapped in Africa and brought here as slaves. She said we have a lot of work to do and encouraged others to view the Colorado police officer who had his knee removed from a protestor by another officer. People need to yell and screen and do
what is needed at the time. Mr. John said it is really good that there have been good respectful protests in this community. He shared a story from about ten years ago while out running. He saw someone lying on the ground; he waved a car down and asked them to call 911. It was a man lying on the ground who had a bottle but he didn’t know what to do. A police officer came along and spoke to the person in a respectful way and
assisted the man. That was community policing and what is needed in the community. There are 18,000 police agencies and about 700,000 police officers. For most of them it is a calling and they want to do it the best way they can. There has been an unfortunate break down in trust. It is clear from the comments that this is a starting point; there needs to be dialogue of what kind of policing we want in the community and concrete steps to get there. If we really want to make a difference he said frontline officers need to be involved in the process. Ms. Kelles thanked Mrs. McBean-Clairborne for her compassionate comments and to Ms. Brangman for her work. She said it is very easy to hear what is experienced by our black and brown brothers and sisters. What is important right now is to give space to the voices that are rarely heard; continue to educate ourselves about how we talk about race. She suggested the Legislature start a book
club about race. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature cannot stay silent when Black people across our nation continue to ‘die in police custody’ and when ‘sleeping, jogging, and birding while Black’ is criminalized and people of all races take to the streets in protest, and WHEREAS, we condemn the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, just a few of the many unarmed African Americans we have lost this year. We denounce the terrorization of Christian Cooper this week in New York City’s Central Park, and WHEREAS, these contemporary acts of police brutality, vigilantism and the criminalization of Black men and women reflect historic patterns of institutional racism that prohibit equity and opportunity for African Americans, and
WHEREAS, although progress has been made, there remains much unfinished business in the pursuit of racial equity and justice. The historic and current realities of racism represent a singular, persistent stream of brutal oppressive force that has yet to be mitigated, and
WHEREAS, the confluence of these recent events stands in bold relief against the backdrop of a global pandemic that has claimed over 100,000 American lives. COVID-19 lays bare glaring health and social disparities affecting Black people, and WHEREAS, not only do these disparities drive cumulative disadvantage for Black men, Black women, Black families and Black communities, the social poison of racism also has a negative impact on the overall health and well-being of American society at large, and
WHEREAS, as a public health crisis, the illness of racism must be confronted not only by its victims but by persons of goodwill of all backgrounds, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County, including our Workforce, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and our Human Rights Office, is committed to combating racism by working with African American and
other regional stakeholders interested in creating a more just and equal community, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That, we, the Tompkins County Legislature, pledge to continue to promote
awareness, understanding, constructive dialog and education regarding inequity, RESOLVED, further, That we pledge to adhere to zero tolerance for expressions of
discrimination, bias, harassment, or negative stereotyping towards any person or group. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Resolution No. 2020-95: Making a Negative Determination of Environmental Significance in Relation to Resolution No. 96 of 2020: Action on the Continuation of and Modifications to Agricultural District No. 1, Located on the East Side of Cayuga Lake and Encompassing the Towns of Lansing, Groton, Dryden, Caroline, and Parts of Danby and Ithaca (ID #9314)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in Resolution No. 96 of 2020 the County reviews the proposed updated boundaries of Tompkins County Agricultural District 1 as is required under New York State Agricultural District Law, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature has reviewed and accepted as adequate the Environmental Assessment Forms with respect to these actions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality
Committee, That Resolution No. 96 of 2020 is an unlisted action, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature hereby makes a negative determination of
environmental significance in regard to Resolution No. 96 of 2020. SEQR ACTION: Short EAF on file with the Clerk of the Legislature
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Resolution No. 2020-96: Action on the Continuation of and Modifications to Agricultural District No. 1, Located on the East Side of Cayuga Lake and Encompassing the Towns of Lansing, Groton, Dryden, Caroline, and Parts of Danby and Ithaca (ID #9313)
Ms. Dawson thanked Ms. Roth of Cooperative Extension and her team for all the work they did on these agricultural district modifications. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, under New York State Agricultural District Law, it is required that agricultural districts must be reviewed every eight years, allowing landowners to apply to become a part of the district
or to remove all or part of their lands from the district, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature is the lead agency which must approve the formation of and changes in agricultural districts, and WHEREAS, the County as required by law conducted a public hearing for this review and
approval on May 19, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board has reviewed and recommended the removal of 1,739.05 acres from Agriculture District No.1, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board, has reviewed and recommended the addition of 369.58 acres of agricultural land to Agriculture District No.1, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Planning Advisory Board was provided a summary of these removals and additions, and
WHEREAS, the June 2, 2020, list indicates the specific parcels identified for removal and addition, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the newly revised boundaries of Agriculture District No. 1 be approved and the District be continued. SEQR ACTION: Unlisted
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Consent Agenda
The consent agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Glenn Morey, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 9282)
Advisory Board on Indigent Representation Anna Kelles - term expires December 31, 2021 Traffic Safety Committee Mike Sigler - term expires December 31, 2020 Glenn Morey - term expires December 31, 2022
Resolution No. 2020-97: Authorization to Accept Donation and Budget Adjustment - Sheriff's Office (ID #9360)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office has received a donation in the amount of $10,000 from Jewish Communal Fund, for the use of purchasing equipment for our law enforcement services, and
WHEREAS, the Public Safety Committee supports the Jewish Communal Fund Donation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the donation from the Jewish Communal Fund be accepted, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment to the 2020 budget: Revenue: A3113.42705 Gifts and Donations $10,000 Appropriation: A3113.52220 Department Equipment $10,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-98: A Resolution Calling on the New York State Board of Parole to Remove Parolees from the Tompkins County Jail being Held on Technical Violations (ID #9345)
WHEREAS, New York State has led the country in responding to the COVID-19 public health crisis through a sweeping set of executive actions to protect citizens of the State and to combat the spread
of the virus, and WHEREAS, the Governor’s comprehensive statewide action across the myriad New York State governmental responsibilities is vital to bringing an effective coordinated response to this public health
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crisis, and included in these steps has been an effort to reduce the prison and jail populations, and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Governor’s emergency orders in connection with the Coronavirus response, effective March 27, 2020, the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision “was directed to release low-level technical parole violators from local jails,” being those individuals who have been accused of violating their terms of parole, including instances where the violations are non-criminal in nature, and WHEREAS, holding individuals in either State prison or a local jail in close proximity to one
another creates a risk of viral spread that is exceedingly difficult to control once a location has an outbreak, creating specific risks for inmates and corrections officers, where in both cases, the individuals are not free to avoid contact and may not be able to effectively practice social distancing, and
WHEREAS, in reaction to this crisis, Tompkins County has reduced its non-parole Jail population dramatically, with a non-parole census as of May 12, 2020, of 18 inmates being held in an 82-
bed facility. The purpose of the reduction was to determine and continue to hold those inmates who would pose a safety risk to themselves or others if released into the community, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County was able to reduce its Jail census during this public health crisis through a careful application of alternatives to incarceration and adaptation of supervision to monitor those accused of crime who could safely remain outside of the Jail. This reduction in Jail population has been accomplished through a careful collaboration between the local courts, police agencies, the District Attorney, defense counsel, Probation, and agencies charged with supporting the County’s array of alternatives to incarceration, and WHEREAS, the reduction in the Jail population, and the continuing detention of those deemed
unable to be released represents a balancing of governmental public safety and public health obligations as a responsible response to this crisis, and WHEREAS, in contrast, the average number of parolees held in the Tompkins County Jail has remained higher than average, with the only changes resulting from individuals who have timed out on their original sentence being released as a result, with a current parole population of 9 individuals, being
roughly a third of the present Jail population, and WHEREAS, because of the recognized public health concerns, New York State has stopped transferring parolees from local jails to State prisons. However, it appears that, as a policy, the Board of Parole is willing to instead hold these parolees charged with technical violations in the local county jails, including Tompkins County, thereby concentrating the burden and risk at the county level, and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Board of Parole is the sole entity with discretionary authority to grant release to eligible incarcerated individuals, including parolees held in the Tompkins County Jail, and as a result, the County has no ability to address the continued detention of these parole technical violators during this public health crisis, and
WHEREAS, these nine inmates are people; despite their technical violations of parole conditions, they are entitled to the same consideration for their safety as any other person involved with the criminal justice system, and a responsible government should take this obligation seriously, and WHEREAS, the continued incarceration of these parolees charged and held due to technical
violations of parole conditions is financially shortsighted, dangerous to public health, and violative of the
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Governor’s specific order, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Board of Parole, reevaluate the status of the inmates held in the Tompkins County Jail, with the actual goal of releasing those that may safely function in the community or, in the alternative, grant that authority during the pandemic to the local jurisdictions, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Department of Probation and Community Justice make available to the Board of Parole access to the many Tompkins County community
supervision tools and alternatives to incarceration that are currently in operation in order to accomplish this objective,
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to Senator Pamela Helming, Senator Thomas O’Mara, Senator James Seward, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Governor Andrew Cuomo, and Anthony Annucci, Acting Commissioner of the Department of Corrections and Community
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Resolution No. 2020-99: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 24 with C&S Companies for Shared Use Fuel Facility - Construction Phase Services - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9334)
WHEREAS, authorization is required to designate and pay for Construction Phase Services of the Shared Use Fuel Facility at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the cost of Supplemental Agreement No. 24 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New
York, for Construction Phase Services of the Shared Use Fuel Facility is $300,500, which will be funded by a New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Grant, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement No. 24 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Construction Phase Services of the Shred Use Fuel Facility, be approved and financing of the contract is
as follows: New York State Grant $300,500 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents, RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-100: Authorization to Execute an Agreement - General Aviation Customs Facility – Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9335)
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WHEREAS, the County/Ithaca Tompkins Regional (International) Airport has entered into an agreement with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency, and WHEREAS, this agreement provides specifications relating to the requirements of operating the Customs Facility, which includes, an assigned officer at the new 5,000 square foot General Aviation Customs Facility, and WHEREAS, a virtual inspection of the facility by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Agency was conducted, and the facility meets the requirements of the agreement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County
Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute an agreement with U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Resolution No. 2020-101: Authorizing Award of Bid and Anticipated Receipt and Acceptance of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant for the Purchase of One Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle – Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9338)
WHEREAS, the Finance Department has duly advertised for bids to purchase an Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle, Installed Equipment, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, two (2) bids were duly received for the ARFF Truck as follows:
Emergency One, Inc. $878,249.00 Oshkosh Airport Products $875,650.00 , and
WHEREAS, two (2) bids were duly received for the additional equipment installed by manufacturer as follows: Emergency One, Inc. $223,600.00 Oshkosh Airport Products $157,608.00 , and WHEREAS, Oshkosh Airport Products is the lowest responsible bidder, and will be awarded the bid for the ARFF Vehicle and Installed Equipment for a total cost of $1,033,258.00, and
WHEREAS, three (3) bids were duly received for additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Dival Safety $151,121.41
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Emergency One, Inc. $157,119.00 Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. $158,359.51 , and WHEREAS, Dival Safety is the lowest responsible bidder, and will be awarded the bid at a cost of $151,121.41, and WHEREAS, the budget for said ARFF vehicle, Installed Equipment and PPE Equipment is as
follows: FAA (100%) $1,184,379.41
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WHEREAS, the Airport's engineering consultants, C&S Companies of Syracuse, NY, have reviewed all bids and found the lowest responsible bidders to be Oshkosh Airport Products of Neenah, Wisconsin for the ARFF Truck and Installed Equipment totaling $1,033,258.00 and Dival Safety, of Buffalo, New York, totaling $151,121.41, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That contingent upon receipt and acceptance of federal funding, not to exceed $1,184,379.41, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant (100%), the award goes to Oshkosh Airport Products for the ARFF Truck and Installed Equipment and Dival Safety for the PPE, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute a
contract with Oshkosh Airport Products of Neenah, Wisconsin, and Dival Safety, of Buffalo, New York, RESOLVED, further, That the anticipated grant offer from the FAA not to exceed $1,184,379.41 be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator is authorized to execute the required documents,
RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to borrow monies if necessary, until reimbursement is received from the FAA. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Resolution No. 2020-102: Authorizing Acceptance of an Anticipated Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant - Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for Operating Costs and Debt Service - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9344)
WHEREAS, as announced by the Secretary of Transportation on April 14, 2020, the Airport is eligible to receive funds under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and
WHEREAS, these funds can be used to assist airports to address the COVID-19 public health emergency, and
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WHEREAS, the County anticipates receiving a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the amount of $1,775,964, to help cover expenses and offset loss in revenue due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, and cover airport debt service at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the anticipated federal grant will cover operating costs and debt service, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the anticipated grant offer from the FAA of $1,775,964 be and hereby is accepted and that the County
Administrator is authorized to execute the required documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no report or appointments.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino said he and his colleagues in the County have had a close relationship over the last few months and have had comfortable and open dialogue that is largely due to the culture the Legislature has created with respect to diversity and inclusion. He said a lot of conversation has taken place over the last few days on ways to continue to move policies forward and work will continue to challenge the status quo when needed and to celebrate that challenge. Mr. Molino provided an update on COVID-19 and plans to reopen the County. He said there has been confusion over communications from the State on reopening plans. He reviewed conversations that have taken place with the Governor’s office but stated that a lot of confusion was created across the State on plans to move forward. He believes the County was able to provide correct information in spite of the challenges; it continues to be frustrating because Executive Orders have been amended repeatedly but best efforts are taking place. A phase three won’t be announced until there is clarity and guidance. He reviewed directives that have been issued to departments and communications that are being
distributed to the workforce. Mental Health services availability continues to be pushed out and work is taking place with the Board of Elections to make sure polling sites don’t put anyone at risk. Reopening County facilities will be slow and virtual town halls will continue. Mr. Molino commended County
Departments for their work on reopening plans. Mr. Recckio, Communications Director, has been doing a phenomenal job working with the local media. Mr. Molino called attention to the number of hours attributable to COVID-19, emergency leave, and related costs. Mr. Kruppa reviewed information on current COVID-19 cases, exposure, and testing. He responded to a question regarding testing for caregivers of elderly and those at high-risk and said they do not qualify for testing of essential workers; however, testing is moving to be made as widely available as possible. Ms. Kelles said these people are informal caregivers and often “fall through the cracks”. Mr. Kruppa explained the differences in the two main forms of testing and the challenges they pose. Tests are being developed but they want to be sure of the accuracy of tests that are administered.
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He said people in nursing homes are dying by significant numbers and although he sympathizes with the concerns with the invasiveness of the nasal test and understands the concerns of workers and the burden on them, it is currently the best way to protect the most vulnerable population. He will keep Legislators informed as information becomes available on testing. Ms. Koreman spoke of how traumatic the testing was and asked if there could be information for people made available ahead of time.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:52 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m.
Report from the County Administrator (continued)
Mr. Molino said response time dedicated to COVID-19 continues to be monitored. Departments have been provided with budget guidelines and will begin inputting information into the system with
department reviews with County Administration to take place in July. He requested an executive session later in the meeting to discuss bargaining unit negotiations.
Mr. Molino said he has not received any information about State or Federal assistance to the budget. He thinks the Governor will take this up in the next couple of weeks. Mr. Molino said due to uncertainty of what will happen in a post COVID environment it creates a lot of challenges; no guidance and no way to know what to expect. He is balancing that with giving directions to departments. He gave directives to departments to provide a flat budget and a 12% decreased budget. He said it will likely be a combination of cuts to department budgets and a property tax increase to make up a shortfall. He has made himself available to have conversations with departments and is giving them a longer period of time to prepare budgets. He said departments will have to be thoughtful and innovative and will have to challenge the norm in how services are delivered.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder had no update on sales tax receipts. He reported on the State Audit and said the report is about ready to be submitted. He provided good news and said the 2019 total fund balance looks to be up by $4.6 million over the previous year. He reported all staff has returned to working in the
Office and is practicing all safe distancing measures. They are meeting the public by appointment only at this time; however, a drop box was installed outside the building for people to make payments during this time.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee will meet by Zoom on June 4th. The Committee will receive an update on foreclosure recommendations by the Department of Planning and Sustainability and the Board of Elections will provide an update on upcoming elections and a discussion of changes to polling stations. The Committee will review a policy about reasonable accommodations and a resolution
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related to the Census and redistricting process that was talked about at the last meeting. The resolution would direct the process to change Legislature terms to two-year terms and then return to four-year terms.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee heard from the Water Resources Council on its 2019 Annual Report and discussed various water issues that continue to impact the Lake and the Watershed.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on June 8th and will discuss proposed changes to retirement and employee health insurance. Mr. Molino will provide information to the Committee by June 4th at the latest on that issue. He will see that information is also provided to the
workforce on the proposal that he feels is fair, balanced, and reasonable.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, thanked all Legislators for their support of the resolution earlier in the
meeting. The Committee met on May 27th and discussed plans for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQ+) month although plans are limited due to COVID-19. The majority of the meeting was spent discussing the death of George Floyd and the disproportionate
deaths from the COVID virus to the African American and Asian communities. The next meeting will be June 24th.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will meet tomorrow and will hear from the public affairs representatives at Cornell University on federal highway bills. They will also hear from Workforce Development and the Child Development Council on issues they are facing.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee met on May 28th and discussed the CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funding and instead of using it for renovations it will be used for rent relief. A plan is being put into place for people who cannot access the internet and a mechanism for them to keep their place in line while they are in the process of applying through the mail. A lot is happening with tourism; a lot of Arts & Culture Organization Development (ACOD) organizations are reducing operations as they will be seeing a reduction in funding. It is one of the hardest hit industries as
they depend on meeting in person. She said Committee activity will pick up over the summer as the County goes off pause; they will be trying to create as many solutions as possible for those who have lost their jobs and those who have been unable to keep up with rent during this time. The Committee will
meet next on June 25th.
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Resolution No. 2020-103: Resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature, as the Elected Legislative Body of Tompkins County, New York, In Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended (the "Code"), Approving the Issuance by the Tompkins County Development Corporation of up to $36,000,000 Aggregate Principal Amount Tax-Exempt Revenue Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2020 (ID #9359)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature (the "Legislature"), as the elected legislative body of Tompkins County, New York (the "County"), has been advised by the Tompkins County Development Corporation (the "Issuer") that, in order to assist in the financing of a certain Project (as defined below) for the benefit of Ithaca College (the "College"), a not-for-profit corporation and organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the "Code"), the Issuer proposes to issue, contingent upon the adoption of this Resolution, its Tax-Exempt Revenue Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2020, in one or more series, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $36,000,000 (the "Bonds"), and
WHEREAS, the project (the "Project") shall consist of: (1) the current refunding of the outstanding principal amount of the $40,290,000 Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency
Variable Rate Demand Civic Facility Revenue Bonds (Ithaca College Project), Series 2005B, originally issued on September 29, 2005, and reissued for federal income tax purposes on December 9, 2013 (as so reissued, the "Series 2005B Bonds"); (2) the payment of a termination fee with respect to an interest rate
swap entered into in connection with the Series 2005B Bonds, and (3) funding of a debt service reserve fund, if any and certain costs incidental to the issuance of the Bonds (the costs associated with items (1) through (3) being hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Project Costs"), and WHEREAS, the proceeds of the Series 2005B Bonds were used to finance or refinance all or a portion of a certain project (the "2005 Project") consisting of: (A) (1) the refunding of a portion of the then outstanding Dormitory Authority of the State of New York ("DASNY") Ithaca College Insured Revenue Bonds, Series 1998 (the "Series 1998 Bonds"), the proceeds of which portion of the Series 1998 Bonds were used to finance a certain project consisting of: the construction, renovation, equipping and repair of certain buildings on the College's 750-acre main campus on Route 96B in Ithaca, New York (the "Campus") including Ford Hall, which houses the College's School of Music, Gannett Center, which
houses the College's library, including window replacement and interior renovations, Dillingham Center, which houses the College's performing arts programs, including theater acoustical improvements and interior space reallocation, and the expansion and resurfacing of two Campus parking lots (collectively,
the "1998 Facility"); and (2) the refunding of all of DASNY's then outstanding Ithaca College Insured Revenue Bonds, Series 1997 (the "Series 1997 Bonds"), the proceeds of which were used to finance a
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certain project consisting of (a) (i) the construction of an approximately 55,700 square foot addition to Ford Hall, including the construction of additional faculty offices and studios, a formal recital hall and labs for computers, instrument repair and electronic music; (ii) the renovation of a portion of the Terrace Residence Halls, including upgrades to provide for code compliance and greater accessibility for the physically disabled; (iii) the renovation of Smiddy Hall to provide additional facilities for the College's School of Health Services and Human Performance, including space for academic programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, exercise and sport science, and health promotion and human movement; (iv) the construction of an approximately 40,000 square foot recreation and fitness center including facilities for recreational, fitness, intramural and other sports activities; (v) campus-wide renovations and
infrastructure improvements including installation of mandated sprinklers in various residence halls, government-required replacement of certain chillers and the renovation of existing space (collectively, the "1997 Facility"); (b) the refunding of a portion of DASNY's College and University Variable/Fixed Rate
Insured Revenue Bonds (1985 Pooled Capital Program), Series A and College and University Variable/Fixed Rate Insured Revenue Bonds (1985 Pooled Capital Program), Series B (collectively, the "Series 1985 Bonds") allocable to loans made by the DASNY to the College, the proceeds of which loans
were used to finance the construction of a facility to house the College's School of Communications, a student union, dormitory and general improvements to the College's physical plant (collectively the "1985 Facility") (the 1985 Facility, the 1997 Facility and the 1998 Facility being hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Facility"); and (B) paying certain costs incidental to the issuance of the Bonds (the costs associated with (A) and (B) above hereinafter referred to as "2005 Project Costs"), and WHEREAS, the Issuer proposes to assist in the financing of the Project by issuing the Bonds to (i) pay all or a substantial portion of the cost of financing the Project and (ii) pay reserves, if any, and costs incidental to the issuance of the Bonds, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, interest on the Bonds will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Bonds is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Bonds and the nature and location of the facilities financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, and
WHEREAS, on Friday, May 22, 2020, at 10:00 a.m., local time, via a telephone conference, the Issuer held such a public hearing upon proper notice in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Code, and
WHEREAS, to aid the Legislature in its deliberations, the Issuer has made available to the members of the Legislature prior to this meeting (a) the College's application to the Issuer for financial
assistance; (b) the notice of public hearing published by the Issuer in The Ithaca Journal, along with the affidavit of publication of such newspaper; and (c) the minutes of such public hearing held on May 22, 2020, and WHEREAS, on the recommendation of the Tompkins County Housing and Economic Development Committee, the Legislature, as the "applicable elected representative" of Tompkins County, New York, within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code, approved the issuance of the Bonds on June 2, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Legislature, after due consideration of the foregoing, as the "applicable elected representative" of Tompkins County, New York, within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code,
desires to approve the issuance of the Bonds, provided the principal, premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds shall be special obligations of the Issuer and shall never be a debt of the State of New York (the "State") or any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, and neither the State
nor any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, shall be liable thereon, now
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therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, and by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code, on the prior recommendation of the Tompkins County Economic Development Committee, the Legislature hereby gives its approval of the issuance by the Issuer of the Bonds and related acts to be taken by the Issuer as part of the Project, provided that the Bonds, and the premium (if any) and interest
thereon, shall be special obligations of the Issuer and shall never be a debt of the State or any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, and neither the State nor any political subdivision thereof, including without limitation the County, shall be liable thereon. This approval is
given pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code for the sole purpose of qualifying the interest payable on the Bonds for exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes pursuant to the provisions of Sections 103 and 141-150 of the Code.
Section 2. This Resolution shall be deemed to be made for the benefit of the holders of the Bonds. Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on May 20th and the count rate in Tompkins County is at 57.6%; it is lacking in the area of off-campus housing. This isn’t the only college community with these issues. There may be a Congressional hearing on how to count the college community populations but it has not yet been scheduled. Ithaca College and Cornell University are working very hard to get the word out to their students and are to be commended. Mr. Lane said the Committee discussed a suggestion from a Census Specialist about creating subcommittees to focus on difficult areas and will be
tasking the Public Information Advisory Board to work on that issue with the help of others. Census workers are resuming going door-to-door and are wearing masks.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee met on May 21st and heard a report on the conditions of
the Public Safety Building and the Jail from LaBella Associates. He said the building was constructed in 1986 and has been fully used since that time. Difficult decisions will have to be made as it was advised that short-term solutions would be money spent without any return. Six different scenarios were presented and the discussion will take place for some time. There has been an increase in domestic violence calls; at the next meeting a report will be given by the Advocacy Center and the Sheriff’s Department on this in more detail. He noted they are doing all they can to respond to these calls appropriately. The Committee will meet next on June 18th.
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee continues to receive regular updates on COVID-19 and County departments. The Committee will meet next on June 15th.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on May 21st and discussed the Airport resolutions that were approved under the Consent Agenda as well as the management of the Recycling and Solid Waste Center. He expects there will be a significant increase in the County’s cost for the recycling contract once responses to the Request for Proposals are received.
Ms. Koreman commented on the report Committee members received today from the Highway Director on the projects they will begin working on and said she will provide all Legislators with a copy.
Mr. Molino reported on work that took place with all of the area libraries on the coordination of curbside or in-lobby pick-up beginning the week of June 15th. He commended the Libraries and Annette
Birdsall, Executive Director of the Tompkins County Public Library, for the collaboration that took place. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also commented on the appreciation of small businesses have expressed for the help the County has provided in the reopening effort.
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May 19, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [13 TO 0]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
AWAY: Anna Kelles
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mr. John, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote by members present, to enter into executive session at 8:55 p.m. to discuss contract negotiations. The meeting returned to open session at 9:07 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield resident, submitted the following public comment and asked that it be recorded in the minutes: “Comment by:
Robert A. Lynch Councilperson, Town of Enfield
“In re: Resolution No. h; DOC ID: 9367 A Directing the County Attorney to Prepare a Local Law Changing the Terms of Office for Tompkins County Legislators Elected in November 2021… “Good Evening, “When it comes to redrawing legislative district lines to reflect shifts in population within Tompkins County-or for that matter, redistricting anywhere-I believe the sooner we act the better. “With that admonition, I direct your attention to tonight’s “Resolution h.” If adopted and carried forth to and ratified by the voters this fall, we, the public, would wait until January 2024 for the weight of this year’s 2020 U.S Census to be felt through equitable representation on this County Legislature.
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“There is a better way. Instead of the two-year, then four-year plan the Governmental Operations Committee has recommended, I urge you adopt a variation of what member Mike Lane has promised to bring forth tonight. Under his plan, rather than electing this Legislature to a two-year term next year, your members would seek only a one-year term then. Legislator Lane would have four-year terms resume with the election in 2022. I’d wait a bit. But both our alternatives would empower redrawn districts to take effect one year sooner, as soon as January 2023. And sooner is better, “My only departure from the Lane alternative would be to make 2022’s election for just a three-year term;
keeping the long-term legislative cycle the same as it is now, with four-year terms resuming in 2025 and continuing thereafter. By so doing, you’d satisfy the requests of some municipal leaders, myself included, that the County Legislature remain, when possible, elected in an off-year, one when neither the
President, nor Governor, but many town and city leaders are chosen. Said Mike Sigler in Committee, “I like to have campaigns for the County Legislature meld with the towns.” My version retains that beauty.
“Agreed, we cannot redistrict in time for next year’s election. But think ahead. The Committee’s plan would place us in this same predicament come 2031. Lane’s and my alternatives would not. Most important, the Committee plan would unnecessarily delay realization of the Constitution’s one-person, one-vote mandate. It would extend the inequity of outdated apportionment. It would keep some people’s voices weaker than others for much too long. “So let’s not delay Democracy. Yes, it may be an inconvenience for some of you to run for office in two successive years. That’s your problem, not the public’s. Accommodating the Census-and the Constitution-is worth a little added personal sacrifice. It’s the cost of public service. “Reject the Committee’s two-then four-year plan. Embrace the Lane alternative. It’s better.”
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Ducson Nguyen, City of Ithaca Common Council, said Council met and approved resolutions to request the State to establish a City Room Tax for the Conference Center and for the State government to
provide additional mortgage and rent assistance. Actions were also taken on COVID-19 related matters including HUD money being available through Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services for emergency rental assistance for households within the City of Ithaca. The City released a list of services that are
impacted due to COVID-19 funding shortfalls. They have reinstated ten employees and are hoping things will improve.
Mr. John expressed concern for the youth and asked if funding cuts were due to COVID or financial reasons. Mr. Nguyen said in large part it was due to financial reasons and noted the length of time it takes for programs to start up programs. Common Council shares the concerns and is exploring ways to make use of volunteers. Mr. Granison asked if anything has been done at the City to address police reform. Mr. Nguyen said the City will be looking at this, the Governor has given municipalities until April 1, 2021, to propose police reform. This process will greatly involve the community. Incorporating LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) funding is an area that will be part of the conversations. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne reiterated Mr. Nguyen’s comment about the amount of planning that
goes into programs and said conversations are actively taking place to see if anything can happen. Community support of all non-profits is critically important at this time.
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Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Champion spoke of another case of injustice by the police involving Ray Shard Brooks, a black man in Atlanta. Mr. John said there have been a lot of protests that have taken place in the community that have been vocal but responsible. He commented that a lot of artwork on the South Hill Recreation Way was spray painted and found this disappointing and encouraged people to urge that conversations need to be done in a good way.
Mr. Lane thanked staff at the Tompkins County Public Library, in Phase II they have been doing curbside circulation and are continuing to provide great service to the community.
Ms. Robertson called attention to the unspeakable hanging death of two black men in California whose deaths are now being investigated. She also recognized the County’s Information Technology Services Department during the pandemic and for making it possible for Legislature and other meetings
to take place throughout this time. Ms. Kelles announced the following upcoming events: - Monday - Race and Justice in America by the Institute of Politics and Global Affairs at Cornell University - June 17th - Dryden Food Distribution at TC3 - A walk in the garden virtual visit in recognition of Pride Month on June 17th by the Cornell Botanical Gardens. Mr. Granison wished everyone a happy Juneteenth on June 19th. Mr. Lane spoke of the very important Supreme Court decision today that ratified what Tompkins County did 20 years ago. The decision prohibits discrimination based on sexual preference or orientation and now includes LGBTQ individuals.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne acknowledged the decision by the Supreme Court that Mr. Lane referenced earlier in the meeting and the death of the individual mentioned by Ms. Champion. She noted
there are still problems with transgender members and spoke of black transgender women who were recently killed. It is an epidemic that something needs to be done about.
Chair's Appointments (ID # 9380)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne made the following appointments: Workforce Development Board Lee Dillon - Community-Based Organization; term expires June 30, 2021 Terms expire June 30, 2023 Jeffrey Matteson - Adult Education/Literacy representative Kate Shanks-Booth - Youth Serving Organization Paul Levesque II - Business representative Brian Forrest - Business representative
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Jennifer Tavares - Business representative Kevin Kersey - Business representative
Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
Ms. Dale-Hall provided a report on the childcare situation. When the Stay-at-Home orders were put in place in March there was a precipitous drop in the care being provided. There was an Executive Order that closed centers but allowed a few to stay open to serve essential workers. There were significant financial impacts from this. At this time, they are starting to reopen some that were closed but it will not be at full-scale. Last week guidelines came out for childcare programs and emergency regulations were filed that say childcare will now fall on the Department of Health and CDC guidelines.
This will result in fewer children allowed in care for safety reasons. This reduces overall capacity and revenue and they will have to maintain infrastructure and staffing. This creates about a 30% reduction in revenue. She is asking for the Legislature to help get funding approved by New York State released into
the communities that have been approved so that it can be expended. Ms. Kelles said childcare is not just a family issue, it is an economic issue; the economy cannot
be brought back without it. Ms. Robertson thanked Ms. Dale-Hall for bringing this issue forward and spoke of the critical importance of childcare. Ms. Black asked if centers will have access to the funds if they were not open during that time; Ms. Dale Hall said there are efforts to make sure they have access to the funds and if they were not able to it is likely another request would come forward. She said when there are discussions of boosting the economy this must be part of the economy; the cost of care is a significant burden on families and without care workers cannot return to work.
Resolution No. 2020-104: Calling on New York State to Support Economic Recovery by Releasing $222 Million in Available Funds for Child Care and After School Programs (ID #9389)
The resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in New York State, the childcare system was economically fragile before the disruptions of the coronavirus pandemic. Parents of young children, who pay $15,000 or more a year for infant care in a center, cannot afford to pay more. Educators, who earn an average of $27,000 a year in New York, or less than $14 an hour, cannot earn less, and
WHEREAS, before COVID-19, Tompkins County had 1,683 spaces in childcare for children
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ages five or younger. In the NY PAUSE shutdown, capacity overall dropped 34%, but programs that remained open operated far below full capacity. Including school age childcare (SACC), New York State (NYS) data show Tompkins County had a 58% closure rate at the height of the shutdown, and WHEREAS, due to closures and lost revenue, childcare programs in Tompkins County lost $2.74M in revenue in 8 weeks, and WHEREAS, coronavirus has disproportionately impacted black and brown communities in New York. Childcare providers, many of whom are women of color, have stepped up to support essential
workers through this crisis, and WHEREAS, the federal CARES Act included supplemental Child Care and Development Block
Grant (CCDBG) funding for childcare, and NYS received $163M for that purpose, and WHEREAS, to date, NYS has only released $30M of that aid, for scholarships for income-
qualified essential staff, and an average of $600 per provider who remained open, for supplies including masks, gloves, baby formula and food, and WHEREAS, as of May 28th, 59% of center-based providers and 26% of home-based providers had closed, and among providers still open, only 27% of open spaces are being used during the crisis. With such a precipitous decline in enrollment, providers that remain open need basic operating support to cover payroll and fixed costs, and WHEREAS, at the same time that enrollment and revenue have crashed, under NYS regulations, childcare and afterschool providers must operate at reduced capacity to allow for social distancing and undertake required disinfecting and other safety protocols. To stay open and meet these regulations,
providers need additional resources, and WHEREAS, 64% of providers whose programs are closed told the New York Association for the Education of Young Children they doubt they will be able to reopen without financial support, and WHEREAS, New York’s employers cannot get back to business without the parent workforce
they depend on. As New York State reopens, every day more parents are being called back to work, but New York still has no plan for safely scaling up childcare and afterschool programs, and WHEREAS, without public investment childcare and afterschool programs will have only two options: raise tuition for working families or close their doors, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Tompkins County Legislature, That NYS must immediately invest the remaining $134 million in CARES Act funds and $88 million in committed State afterschool funds to enable childcare and after school programs to safely care for children this summer and beyond,
RESOLVED, further That copies of this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, Congressman Tom Reed, NYS Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, NYS Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, NYS Senators Tom O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming, NYS Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, and the New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Champion, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution Requesting the New York State Public Service Commission to Extend the Comment Deadline on Case 20-E-0249, Concerning the Renewable Energy Facility Host Community Benefit Program. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Resolution No. 2020-105: Authorization to Transfer Funds from the Airport Fund Balance to the Airport Operating Budget for Professional Services - Customs Facility Costs - Ithaca Tompkins Regional (International) Airport (ID #9341)
Mr. Lane noted funds are within the Airport budget; this is not a request for funding from the County.
The resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County and the Ithaca Tompkins Regional (International) Airport are entering into an agreement with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, located in Buffalo, New York, to provide inspection services at the new Customs facility, with an estimated start date of July 1, 2020, at the
earliest, and WHEREAS, the agreement provides for one fulltime officer to be present at scheduled weekly hours to provide inspection services at the Airport, and WHEREAS, the fee for first year of the agreement is $140,874.00, but with an estimated opening date of July 1, 2020, at the earliest, the estimated fee for 2020 is $70,437.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the costs associated with the agreement that will be incurred in 2020 be paid for by using funds from the Airport Fund Balance, in the amount not to exceed $70,437.00,
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RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020: INCREASE EXPENDITURE CT5610.54442 Professional Services $70,437.00 INCREASE REVENUE CT5610.42796 Appropriated Fund Balance $70,437.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was unanimously adopted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9379)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Kenneth I. Clarke, Sr. - term expires December 31, 2021
Resolution No. 2020-106: Adoption of Bylaws - Tompkins County Climate and Sustainable Energy Advisory Board (ID #9348)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Climate and Sustainable Energy Advisory Board was established by the Tompkins County Legislature by Resolution No. 2019-280 on December 3, 2019, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Climate and Sustainable Energy Advisory Board reviewed
and approved the bylaws on April 2, 2020, and WHEREAS, the County Attorney and Clerk of the Legislature reviewed the bylaws and
recommended changes, herein included, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality
Committee, That the bylaws of the Tompkins County Climate and Sustainable Energy Advisory Board be and hereby are adopted, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of the bylaws shall be kept on file with the Clerk of the Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-107: 2020 Tourism Program Budget Adjustment - COVID-19 (ID #9337)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Tourism Program uses funds drawn entirely from Hotel Room Occupancy Tax to support its initiatives and activities, and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, declared a State disaster emergency for the entire State of New York due to the public health danger presented by COVID-19, and
WHEREAS, in an effort to limit the spread of COVID-19 various executive orders, guidance, and recommendations have been issued by the State and Federal government to restrict unnecessary travel and
mass gatherings, and WHEREAS, these emergency efforts have greatly impacted travel and tourism in Tompkins
County, significantly reducing the County’s revenues from the Hotel Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) is charged with advising the Legislature on the allocation of proceeds from the Hotel Room Occupancy Tax, and WHEREAS, STPB budget committee worked with the Tourism Program Director to develop a revised 2020 Hotel Room Occupancy Tax projection and a comprehensive budget adjustment for all activities supported by said tax, and WHEREAS, the STPB voted to recommend this budget adjustment at its May 20, 2020, meeting, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Director of Finance is authorized to make the following budget adjustments for 2020: Expenditure: 6475.54444 Development Grants ($510,625) Expenditure: 6475.54626 Marketing Grants ($20,000)
Expenditure: 6475.54442 Professional Services ($79,441) Expenditure: 6475.54497 Strategic Tourism Plan ($62,480) Expenditure: 6475.54632 CVB ($405,792) ====== ($1,078,338) Revenue: 6475.41113 Room Tax ($1,078,749) Revenue: 6475.41082 Use of Reserves $411 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-108: Budget Adjustment – Community Housing Development Fund Award for West End Heights (ID #9354)
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2019-142 authorized funding a Community Housing Development Fund (CHDF) award to Lakeview Health Services as indicated in the table, with the County’s portion of the award totaling $100,000, and
Applicant Project Location Number of
Affordable Units
Dollar Amount
Recommended
Sponsors
Lakeview
Health
Services, Inc.
West
End
Heights
City of Ithaca 60 rental units $250,000 ($100,000
County & $150,000
City)
Tompkins County
and City of Ithaca
WHEREAS, due to the timing of the issuance of building permits, which are required prior to disbursing a CHDF award, Lakeview Health Services was not able to draw the award in 2019, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustment to the 2020 budget: CD8695.42411 Program Income $100,000 CD8695.54400 Program Expenses $100,000
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-109: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 02-44: Reasonable Accommodations (ID #9366)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 02-44: Reasonable Accommodations is a new policy establishing guidelines for the request, consideration and provision of reasonable accommodations for County employees and job applicants, and WHEREAS, this policy has been reviewed by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Policy 02-44 is hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Reports from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino thanked the Legislature for approving the reasonable accommodation policy and said it is long overdue and he is grateful to have a good policy in place. COVID-19 Update Mr. Molino provided an update on COVID-19 and encouraged Legislators to review the history from March that is posted on the Health Department’s website. It is a good summary and a place with the
history and chronological order of what has taken place. There still have been only 166 cases in Tompkins County, rental assistance was approved and underway, childcare guidelines came out, tourism is planning to move forward, and Department of Motor Vehicles staff is back and available by
appointment. He commended the Public Library for its work and noted Tompkins County is the only county that has had collaboration of all libraries. He hopes they will be able to open doors soon. Town Halls have been very successful with a lot of good questions and dialogue; information prepared by the
Public Health Department is being used by businesses to give consumers confidence that the business is doing what they should to be safe. He reviewed the Dashboard and noted staff have been advised emergency leave will end on June 19th; offices are starting to come back slowly. He commented that the Rheonix Encompass MDx® Workstation the County purchased is operational and being used by Cayuga Medical Center. Steps are being taken to ensure employees of the Emergency Operations Center take mandatory vacation to get the rest they need to return. The slow and phased approach to reopening has really benefited New York as other places are seeing increases in cases. Mr. Molino said there continues to be many employees who are working remotely or with flexible work schedules. Mr. Lane asked if there have been conversations about having Legislature meetings return to
being open to the public. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said she and Mrs. Covert had a discussion about this prior to the meeting and conversations will continue. Ms. Robertson said there continues to be concerns and hopes all Legislators can be part of this discussion.
In response to Mr. Granison concerning reopening of the colleges, Mr. Kruppa said he has had frequent conversations with them and has provided input and feedback. They are working on their plans including testing to ensure capacity exists based on reopening. Conversations and Initiatives regarding Equity and Anti-Race in County Government Mr. Molino provided a report on the recent conversations around equity and race in the organization. He said there has been a lot of discussion with department heads and they have been encouraged to have conversations, noting these can be difficult at times with staff. Senior leadership participated in two sessions to talk about inequities and institutional racism within the County and its programs. It led to what and how to approach areas as both an employer and a service provider. He provided an overview of key themes discussed ranging from Civil Service to a culture in the organization and building on the work of the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee (WDIC). Framework has
been developed to address inequity and racism that will continue to be refined in coming weeks. He said
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the hiring of the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer is crucial to this and the hiring process will be moving forward. He said a lot of folks are committed to making actionable change within the organization. He will be working with WDIC through this process. The Police Reform Executive Order is being incorporated into this work. As the Chief Executive Official, he will be meeting with the Sheriff and others to begin a dialogue for developing a plan. Ms. Koreman and Mr. Granison would like to participate in those meetings. Mr. Lane asked if smaller police departments in the County will be assisted in meeting this obligation. Mr. Molino said this is a collaborative community and expects there to be opportunities to
work together. He believes the college public safety departments will be subject to the Executive Order as well.
Ms. Kelles said it would be helpful through the Human Rights Commission to have a role in the public outreach. Mr. Molino said at this time they are trying to gain an understanding of all aspects of the Executive Order; he believes the Commission is an important part of bringing the public together and
agreed there is a role for the Commission to play in this. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Molino said he does not believe the Executive Order addresses the Jail. The Order is very broad and there needs to be a better understanding of it in order to develop a response. Ms. Robertson commented that she would like the Legislature to be involved in this process, along with senior staff. Ms. Koreman requested the County Administrator attend the next WDIC meeting and present on this topic.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne expressed her appreciation for these efforts and reiterated comments she has made over the years that in order to enact change the work needs to be done to hard wire the principals of equity and inclusion into the structure of County government. She encouraged continued conversations and letting the Legislature know of any way it can support these efforts.
Employee Retiree Healthcare Incentive Mr. Molino acknowledged Lisa Holmes, Deputy County Administrator, and Sarah Thomas, Benefits Administrator, for the volume of work they put into this proposal and to try to understand the
dynamics of the County's current retiree health care circumstances. The purpose of the proposal is to clarify, standardize, and streamline employee and retiree health insurance benefits. Ms. Holmes provided the Legislature with a PowerPoint presentation on the proposals. Mr. Lane referenced a letter of concern by a County employee. He asked if it is time sensitive and suggested holding a Town Hall with both current employees and retirees. Mr. Molino said there are a variety of factors that go into a retirement incentive; he believes it is time sensitive due to budget preparation and will impact each employee differently. He said there have been discussions with both union leadership and retirees. This proposal is trying to provide the best benefit to the greatest number of people as possible.
Ms. Black shared Mr. Lane’s concern. Although she understands the timing issue, people who are retiring could be greatly impacted by the additional expense. She suggested seeking input from
employees and retirees. Mr. John said he understands the intent in moving these individuals but would
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like to know if there is equity in what retirees are paying for health insurance. Mr. Molino said currently retirees can pay for three different plans and pay a significantly different premium; this is a step towards that equalization and making it affordable and sustainable for the County while providing comprehensive coverage. Mr. Molino noted that the County is obligated under only one bargaining agreement through an arbitration award, to provide retiree health insurance. Ms. Kelles asked if it is possible if efforts can be made to reach out to people that will be
negatively impacted to support them. Mr. Molino said the County will be committed to connect people to resources and provide support to retirees in making decisions.
Mr. Sigler spoke of the 68 individuals who would have to pay a significant expense and questioned whether the County could pick up that cost as long as they were on the plan. Mr. Molino said it would create both an equity and cost savings issue.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Resolution No. 2020-110: Resolution Adopting Current Retiree Health Care Benefits, Offering an Early Retirement Incentive and Establishing Future Retiree Health Insurance Benefits (ID #9384)
Ms. Robertson expressed appreciation to staff for the time and effort that went into this complicated issue. It was MOVED by Mr. Klein, seconded by Mr. Sigler, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to amend the cost sharing of the MS4 premium from three years to five years in the first Resolved, Section II, paragraph j., to read as follows: II. Shift All Current Medicare-Eligible Retirees to Individual Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plans (and/or Platinum Plans for Spousal Coverage) j. The current cohort of 68 Medicare-eligible retirees who are heavily subsidized on the individual
Platinum Plan will be phased in to the 50/50 cost sharing of the MS4 premium as follows: i. On 1/1/2021, they will pay 10% of the premium; County will pay 90%; ii. On 1/1/2022, they will pay 20% of the premium; County will pay 80%;
iii. On 1/1/2023, they will pay 30% of the premium; County will pay 70%; iv. On 1/1/2024, they will pay 40% of the premium; County will pay 60%; v. On 1/1/2025, they will pay 50% of the premium; County will pay 50%. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Molino said the amendment is fair and reasonable. The resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County seeks to maintain its commitment to provide excellent post-employment healthcare for existing retirees, and
WHEREAS, a current examination of retiree health care benefits indicates that they can be provided in a more cost-effective manner for both retirees and the County, and WHEREAS, County Administration has developed recommendations to existing retiree healthcare benefits which maintain comprehensive health care while producing savings for both the
majority of retirees and the County, and WHEREAS, the County seeks to offer a retirement incentive to current employees which would offer them certain benefits while minimizing potential involuntary reductions in its labor force due to COVID-19 related budget challenges, and WHEREAS, County Administration has developed a recommendation that would provide a cost-effective retirement incentive in the form of a one-time, limited-duration reduction in the cost of health
benefits provided upon retirement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That this
Legislature authorizes the County Administrator to offer current employees the aforementioned one-time retirement incentive and make the following changes to current retiree healthcare: I. Simplify Cost Sharing for Current <Age 65 Medicare Ineligible Retirees a. The current subset of 46 non-Medicare eligible retirees will continue with their current health insurance plan with the following cost sharing percentages: i. Individual Classic Blue & PPO: 50% Retiree Share; 50% County Share ii. Family Classic Blue & PPO: 55% Retiree Share; 45% County Share iii. Individual Platinum: 25% Retiree Share; 75% County Share iv. Family Platinum: 45% Retiree Share; 55% County Share v. Surviving Spouse (non-employee): 100% Survivor Share; 0% County Share b. When an individual plan subscriber turns 65 and becomes Medicare-eligible, they move to the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) plan at 50% Retiree Share; 50% County Share.
c. When a family plan subscriber (retiree or spouse) turns 65 and becomes Medicare-eligible, they move to the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) plan, and the non-Medicare-eligible person moves to an Individual Platinum plan at 25% Retiree Share;
75% County Share. d. The above referenced cost sharing will take effect on January 1, 2021, and will remain in place until retirees become Medicare-eligible.
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II. Shift All Current Medicare-Eligible Retirees to Individual Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plans (and/or Platinum Plans for Spousal Coverage) a. All current Medicare-eligible retirees will enroll in MS4 individual plans. b. For two-person households, if both the retiree and spouse are over age 65 and Medicare eligible, they each have their own individual MS4 plan. c. Retirees will pay 50% of the MS4 premium; County will pay 50% d. Spouses will pay 50% of the MS4 premium; County will pay 50% e. In two-person households where one member is Medicare eligible (age 65+) and one
person is under age 65, the Medicare-eligible person enrolls in an individual MS4 Plan and the other enrolls in an individual Platinum Plan. This may mean a younger spouse is on an individual Platinum Plan while the retiree is on the individual MS4
plan, or vice-versa. f. Spouses will pay 50% of the Individual Platinum premium; County will pay 50% g. In households where a Medicare-eligible individual has a dependent (not a spouse)
still covered on their plan (child, grandchild or non-Medicare-eligible dependent disabled adult) they remain on the Platinum Family Plan to keep dependent care coverage. County retirees will pay 50% of the Platinum Family Premium; County will pay 50%. h. The above referenced cost sharing will take effect for any Medicare eligible retirees who announce their retirement after August 14, 2020, and all existing Medicare-eligible retires shall have until January 1, 2021, to enroll in the MS4 Plan (and/or Platinum Individual Plan for spousal coverage). i. The selection of Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) is a one-time selection, and enrollees will no longer be able to convert to previous coverage. j. The current cohort of 68 Medicare-eligible retirees who are heavily subsidized on the
individual Platinum Plan will be phased in to the 50/50 cost sharing of the MS4 premium as follows: i. On 1/1/2021, they will pay 10% of the premium; County will pay 90%; ii. On 1/1/2022, they will pay 20% of the premium; County will pay 80%; iii. On 1/1/2023, they will pay 30% of the premium; County will pay
70%; iv. On 1/1/2024, they will pay 40% of the premium; County will pay 60%; v. On 1/1/2025, they will pay 50% of the premium; County will pay 50%. III. Offer Retirement Incentive for County Employees Age 55+ with 10+ Years of Service a. The following health insurance incentive will be offered to County employees age 55 and over with 10 or more years of service who choose to retire before December 31, 2020: i. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible, and on an individual plan, they
will retire into their current Individual Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share. ii. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible and has a non-Medicare-eligible spouse, they will retire into their Family Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share. iii. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible and has a Medicare-eligible spouse,
the employee will retire into their Individual Plan at 20% Retiree Share,
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80% County Share, and the spouse will go on the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share. iv. If the employee is Medicare-eligible, and on an individual plan, they will retire into the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share. v. If the employee is Medicare-eligible and has a Medicare-eligible spouse, they will both receive Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plans: the County retiree at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share; the Spouse at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share.
vi. If the employee is Medicare-eligible and has a non-Medicare-eligible spouse, the employee will retire onto the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share, and the spouse will go onto
an Individual Plan at 20% Retiree Share, 80% County Share. b. This incentive will be in effect at these cost sharing rates until December 31, 2022. Effective January 1, 2023, all retirees and spouses under this incentive will move to
the Platinum Plan, if non-Medicare eligible, at a 50/50 cost sharing rate. Those that are Medicare eligible will move to the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at the 50/50 cost sharing rate. c. Employees must notify their Department Head and Human Resources of their intention to retire in 2020 by submitting an irrevocable letter of resignation by August 14, 2020. The retirement date must fall between the date of adoption of this resolution and December 31, 2020. d. Employees whose effective retirement date from the County was prior to the adoption of this resolution will not be eligible for this incentive. IV. All Future Retirees Will go to Platinum Plan or Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) With New Cost Sharing a. Employees who announce their retirement any time after August 14, 2020, and are not part of the retirement incentive may retire into either the Platinum Plan or MS4 Plan with the following cost sharing arrangements: i. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible, and on an individual plan, they may retire into an Individual Platinum Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County
Share ii. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible and has a non-Medicare-eligible spouse, they may retire into a Family Platinum Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share iii. If the employee is not Medicare-eligible and has a Medicare-eligible spouse, the employee may retire into an Individual Platinum Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share, and the spouse will go on the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share. iv. If the employee is Medicare-eligible, and on an individual plan, they may retire into the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share.
v. If the employee is Medicare-eligible and has a Medicare-eligible spouse, they may both receive Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plans: the County retiree at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share; the Spouse at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share. vi. If the employee is Medicare-eligible and has a non-Medicare-eligible spouse, the employee may retire onto the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) Plan at 50%
Retiree Share, 50% County Share, and the spouse will go onto an Individual
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Platinum Plan at 50% Retiree Share, 50% County Share.
vii. In households where a Medicare-eligible individual has a dependent (not a
spouse) still covered on their plan (child, grandchild or non-Medicare-
eligible dependent disabled adult) they remain on the Platinum Family Plan to keep dependent care coverage. Retiree will pay 50%; County will pay
50%.
b. Retirement into the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) is a
requirement to be eligible for this benefit. RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Human Resources collaborated with the County Office for the Aging as well as other human service agencies to take proactive steps to provide all current and potential Tompkins County retirees with education and retirement healthcare counseling during this transition in benefits. RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature authorize the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Consortium to make the Medicare Supplement 4 (MS4) plan available to Tompkins County retirees, effective August 1, 2020,
RESOLVED, further, That no later than July 2023, the County will review both prescription and medical claims associated with the MS4 plan and review rates of the MS4 plan offered by the Health Insurance Consortium,
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution and all changes herein pertains to all County Employees with the exception of those covered under the Tompkins County Deputy Sheriff’s Association
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Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 8:32 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder provided an update on highlights of the foreclosure auction that has been rescheduled to August 17th. At this time there are 31 properties scheduled for foreclosure which is slightly higher than usual and likely due to the pandemic. He said he expects some properties to be removed prior to auction. He called attention to information contained in a memorandum provided to the Legislature. Notice is provided to all municipalities along with a copy of the foreclosure proceedings. The last day to pay this year has been moved from May 15th to July 15th. Mr. Snyder reported on sales tax receipts (including internet sales) and said sales for May was
down from May 2019 by 33.7 9%; Year-to-Date - $12.8 million compared to $14.3 million for 2019 (decrease of ten percent year-to-date).
Foreclosure Properties to Auction (ID#9388)
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RESULT: COMPLETED
Sales Tax Report for May 2020 (ID#9406)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee met on June 4th and discussed a number of the
items that were on this evening’s agenda. The next meeting will be held July 2nd.
Resolution No. 2020-111: Creation of Position - Election Worker - Board of Elections (ID #9375)
Mr. Sigler expressed appreciation for the hard work being done by the Board of Elections and the elections workers. Ms. Cree commented that due to absentee voting there has been a sharp decline in early voting. The resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, changes to Election Law requiring early voting have made additional temporary staffing necessary at the Board of Elections, and WHEREAS, COVID-19 has significantly impacted elections with the issuance of the Governor’s Executive Order stating all eligible voters must receive via a mail-in absentee ballot application, thereby allowing voters to vote by absentee vote, and WHEREAS, in order to hire a sufficient number of staff to carry out the duties of the department, it is necessary to create a position of Election Worker in the Board of Elections, and WHEREAS, due to the on-going nature of various elections throughout the year, these positions
will need to be filled by all necessary appointments to this title, and WHEREAS, the position(s) of Election Worker will support both office and election activities
based on need, and WHEREAS, no individual appointed will make over $1,800 annually, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the position(s) of Election Worker is created effective immediately, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be, and hereby is, directed to make the following budget adjustment to support the cost of the position(s) for the balance of 2020, FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $9,000 TO: 1450.51000074 Election Worker $8,100
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Resolution No. 2020-112: Directing the County Attorney to Prepare a Local Law Changing the Term of Office for Tompkins County Legislators Elected in November 2021 to a Two-Year Term with a Return to Four-Year Terms Thereafter (ID #9367)
It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Ms. Kelles, to amend the resolution to have Legislators serve for one year rather than two and then continue for four-year terms. Mr. Lane said this is something he has followed since the 1980 Census which provides him a historical perspective. He is interested in Constitutional Law and it says one person one vote and why redistricting is so important. He recommends this change and commented this has been discussed in at least two Charter Review Committees. Mr. Lane referenced information he provided to Legislators and said he believes this is the best option to do the best for constituents. Ms. Robertson said she thinks the next election should be for a one or two-year term. The two-year term gives the 2031 Legislature a better chance of doing redistricting in conjunction with the Census. Ms. Kelles spoke of the potential census results that could lead to a need for a 15-member
Legislature to be representative of the actual population distribution. She does not think there is a perfect answer and supports the resolution.
Mr. John expressed skepticism about receiving Census results and feels it is important to stay on the local election cycle. Mr. Granison pointed out that if the Legislature did the two-year term and finishes up in 2031 the Census results will not be received in time for redistricting. A roll call vote resulted as follows on the amendment: Ayes - 3 (Legislators Kelles, Lane, and McBean-Clairborne); Noes - 11 (Legislators Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, and Sigler) AMENDMENT FAILED. The resolution failed by a roll call vote. (RESOLUTION DEFEATED) Mrs. McBean-Clairborne advised that in order to reconsider the resolution it would need to be brought back by a Legislator who voted in opposition.
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Mr. Wood responded to a question and said to get on the November ballot it needs to filed with the Board of Elections by August 3rd.
RESULT: DEFEATED [7 TO 7]
MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, Martha Robertson
NAYS: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Henry Granison, Anne Koreman, David
McKenna, Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Tompkins County Legislators currently serve four-year terms, and WHEREAS, every ten years the United States government takes a census which counts the population in all areas of the country, and WHEREAS, upon the release of the census data, the County evaluates the data and redistricts as
may be needed in order to ensure equal representation of citizens, and WHEREAS, the next election of County Legislators will take place in November 2021, for terms beginning January 2022, and WHEREAS, candidates intending to run for that term of office will need to evaluate their candidacies and submit petitions, as required by New York State Election Law, well in advance of the November election, and
WHEREAS, the County will not have time to receive and evaluate the census data in time to redistrict before the 2021 petition process begins, and
WHEREAS, without a change in the terms of Legislators, the County would not have the opportunity to redistrict until the November 2025 election, and WHEREAS, changing the term of office for Legislators would require passage of a local law, with such local law subject to a referendum to be placed on the ballot in the coming November 2020 election, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby directs the County Attorney to prepare a local law changing the legislative term beginning in January 2022 to a two-year term, with a return to four-year terms thereafter. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on June 23rd and in addition to regular reports the Committee will hear a report from Irene Weiser, Town of Caroline resident, who has been following the NYSEG rate case and other happenings at the Public Service Commission.
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Resolution No. 2020-113: Resolution Requesting the New York State Public Service Commission to Extend the Comment Deadline on Case 20-E-0249, Concerning the Renewable Energy Facility Host Community Benefit Program (ID #9403)
The resolution was adopted unanimously by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act (the Act), enacted into law earlier this year, provides for the creation of an Office of Renewable Energy Siting to improve and streamline the process for environmentally responsible and cost-effective siting of large-scale renewable energy projects across New York while delivering significant benefits to local
communities, and WHEREAS, Section eight of the Act provides that the Public Service Commission (PSC) will establish a program (the Program) through which the owners of such large-scale renewable energy facilities will fund a benefit for electric distribution utility customers in municipalities that host the facilities (the Host Community Benefit), and WHEREAS, the Host Community Benefit may take the form of a bill discount or credit, or a
compensatory or environmental benefit for impacted electric utility customers and communities, and WHEREAS, the PSC has initiated Case 20-E-0249 (the Case) for the purpose of determining the
form and amount of the Host Community Benefit, thereby establishing the Host Community Benefit Program as required by the Act, and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2020, the PSC issued a Notice Soliciting Comments in the Case, inviting interested parties to submit comments on the appropriate form and amount of the Host Community Benefit and the recommended role of the utilities in the Program, and WHEREAS, the Notice Soliciting Comments requires that such comments be submitted no later than 4:30 pm on July 3, 2020, less than six weeks after the Notice was issued, and WHEREAS, as of June 12, 2020, the five listed parties to the Case are one utility, and utility trade groups and lobbyists, and WHEREAS, local communities, the parties that have the most at stake in the outcome of the
Case, are not represented and may be unaware of its existence, and WHEREAS, given the complexity of the issues and the importance of the Host Community Benefit Program to the success of the Act and to the interests of potential host communities throughout New York State, including Tompkins County, the notice period provided by the PSC fails to give those
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communities adequate time to prepare and submit meaningful comments, especially as they struggle to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic and its impacts on local economies, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby respectfully requests that the PSC extend the July 3 comment period deadline to September 1, RESOLVED, further, That the Legislature requests that the PSC notify all New York municipalities of the pendency of Case 20-E-0249 and of the extended comment period,
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Governor Andrew Cuomo; Honorable Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary to the Public Service Commission; Senator Kevin S. Parker, Chair, Energy and Telecommunications Committee; Assembly Member Michael Cusick, Chair, Energy
Committee; NYS Senate Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins; NYS Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie; NYS Senators Tom O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming; NYS Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton; New York State Association of Towns; and New York State Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met on June 8th and had a lengthy discussion on the employee health insurance topic. The next meeting will be of the Expanded Budget Committee on June 30th.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. She spoke of the events happening across the country and urged everyone to attend the next meeting on June 24th.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met on June 3rd and Sue Dale-Hall of the Child Development Council, Scot Vanderpool, TCAT General Manager, Natalie Barnosky of Workforce Development, and a representative from the Cornell Public Affairs were in attendance and gave reports.
The Committee discussed the federal trust fund reauthorization. Meetings are being set up this week by Scot Vanderpool to talk about lobbying efforts for transportation. The Committee will meet next on July 1st.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting; the Committee will next meet on June 25th.
Mr. Klein reported the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) has agreed to look into his questions about arts and culture organizations and their ability to sustain themselves in the current economic climate. Five of the organizations surveyed did not express confidence that they could make it through the summer; he believes there is urgency in looking at this.
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Ms. Kelles said there are 88 grants the STPB administers and what she has seen is that as much as the Legislature would like to prioritize its own individual priorities the STPB is trying to be systematic in its approach to the reduction of Room Occupancy Tax dollars. The Arts and Cultural Organization Development (ACOD) grants are the only grants that have been distributed this year; all other grants were cancelled. Mr. Klein said ACOD organizations are what the additional five percent of room tax was intended for; also, the current estimate for room tax revenue is $1.8 million.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. Work continues with ways to get the word out about the Census count. He thanked Communications Director
Dominick Recckio and Management Fellow Nick Murphy for the work they have done on putting together a budget; he expects the Committee to be presented with a request for Contingent Funding at its next meeting.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on June 18th and will receive a presentation from the Advocacy Center on domestic violence issues. The number of inmates at the Jail has increased to 36 today of which seven to nine are State Parole violators. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. John said he would like to have a forum for police agencies and others and expects the Committee will play a role in discussions that will be held on police reform. Mr. Wood commented that the State will begin picking up parolees this week; he was uncertain if they would be picked up in Tompkins County at that time.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and heard a report on an increase in Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services at Department of Social Services. There is an opening on the Human Rights Commission; she encouraged anyone interested to apply for membership. The next meeting will be July 20th; at that meeting the Committee will receive an update on childcare.
Ms. Dawson said the increase in the service with Adult Protective clients were being exacerbated by isolation and lack of human contact.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee will meet next on June 18th and will discuss the highway program. There will be a report from the Facilities Department and Weights and Measures.
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:53 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Excused
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the following letter to the Legislature into the record from Robert Lynch, Enfield Town Board member and Tompkins County Council of Governments member, regarding
of Resolution ID #9367: “As a private citizen, a member of the Enfield Town Board and as Enfield’s representative on the
Tompkins County Council of Governments (TCCOG), I respectfully request your Legislature reconsider at tonight’s meeting Resolution #9367, rejected in a tie vote by your body June 16th. “Resolution #9367 would set in motion procedures for a speedier decennial reapportionment of your Legislature, enabling voters to decide this November whether the next Legislature term, commencing in January 2022, would be shorter, allowing redistricting to take place sooner. “To reconsider the measure, at least one of those who dissented last month, either Legislators Koreman, McKenna, Sigler, Morey, Granison, Champion, or Black, would need to raise the issue. I hope one does.
“Waiting until January 2026 for a properly-apportioned Legislature delays Democracy for too long. One-person, one-vote is the law of the land. We should honor that principle in a timely manner.
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“The Tompkins County Council of Governments on June 26th unanimously recommended that Resolution #9367 be reconsidered. At the meeting, Legislator Robertson revealed that your colleague Mike Lane will propose weighted voting for this body should timely redistricting not occur. Weighted voting was tried once. It proved cumbersome and inequitable. But as Lane told me, “it is superior to having districts continue for another five years being under or over represented.” Let’s avoid voting by calculator. Let’s use the better, fairer method, namely proper reapportionment. “Several alternatives stand before you. I’ll let you decide which option you prefer. Just don’t
choose to do nothing. As Legislator Robertson said at TCCOG, waiting five years is “way too long to be out of whack with the population.”
“Legislators Koreman, McKenna, Sigler, Morey, Granison, Champion, or Black: Will someone please step up to the plate? Please do”.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
George McGonigal, City of Ithaca Common Council member, provided an update on the City’s financial position. In addition to being down in sales tax by approximately $2 million, the City furloughed approximately 86 employees and this has resulted in a savings of $.5 million. He said 23-25 employees have returned to work, of which a number have returned to working at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC). The City is pleased and thankful for not only the generosity of Purity Ice Cream and the Legacy Foundation for its financial contributions to the Alex Haley pool, but also the private citizens who have contributed. Mr. McGonigal reported on a historic marker that will be placed in honor of Alex Haley and said a large celebration will take place next year. He called attention to the high number of incidents that have taken place with individuals jumping into the gorges and urged the public to refrain from this dangerous activity. In response to Mr. Lane that the County contributed to Gorge Rangers in the past, Mr. McGonigal said those positions no longer exist due to budget constraints. At the suggestion of Mr. Granison, he said City police officers could be asked to spend more time in the area discouraging this activity but noted
they are already short-staffed. Mr. John congratulated and thanked the City for its efforts in bringing back programs for youth.
Ms. Kelles asked if any efforts have been made to make the area around East Shore Drive safer as there are many people swimming in that area and parking their cars on the road causing an unsafe situation. Mr. McGonigal said that area is not within the City limits. Ms. Black suggested looking at whether there is a way to make these areas safer and help people cool down during very hot days. Mr. McGonigal will take a suggestion back to the City by Ms. Robertson to find areas where people can access air-conditioned space. He briefly reported on the Conference Center building and a minor adjustment of space that was made. It is his understanding that Harold Square is not happy with the space between the buildings or the amount of parking that will be available. He had no new information on funding for the Center.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
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Ms. Robertson congratulated Anna Kelles, Matt Van Houten, and Seth Peacock, for winning the recent primary elections. She reported the IDA (Industrial Development Agency) has been discussing affordable housing for some time; the IDA Housing Committee will vote on a policy tomorrow that states that any housing developer that is interested in IDA abatements for housing will be required to pay $5,000 per unit for housing at the time of the closing of the IDA application. The money would go to the Community Housing Development Fund which has leveraged millions of dollars for affordable housing in the community. She said this is much needed and will be well used. Ms. Kelles acknowledged and thanked Mr. Molino and County staff for work surrounding the
COVID pandemic. The entire community has done an amazing job at following the safety guidelines and social distancing and she is very appreciative. At this time there is only one active case in Tompkins County.
Mr. Granison encouraged Legislators to tune into the Ithaca College Town Hall meeting tomorrow at 7 p.m. about the Coronavirus.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Mr. Molino and County staff at the EOC (Emergency Operations Center) for their work surrounding the COVID pandemic and keeping the community safe. She reported the County was recognized by the Chamber of Commerce as Member of the Week for this work.
Chair's Appointments (ID # 9420)
RESULT: APPT'D BY CHAIR
Workforce Development Board Teri Tarshus - Business representative; term expires June 30, 2021 Christopher Malcolm - Business representative; term expires June 30, 2022
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided a PowerPoint presentation on the COVID-19 Tompkins County Response and a summary of Executive Orders from New York State.
Mr. Molino responded to questions related to students returning to the community and planning for reopening of K-12 school districts. Districts are working diligently to be as prepared as possible but no decision on the reopening of schools has been made by the Governor at this time. Other areas addressed were travel quarantining, testing, contact tracing, social gatherings, student testing, and enforcement. Mr. Molino spoke of the budget and said a series of decisions need to be made. The financial outlook for this year is still showing a deficit of $5 million. He would like feedback from Legislators and noted he will be meeting with Department Heads tomorrow and this will be a topic discussed.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report. In response to Mr. Lane he said the memo regarding redistricting he provided to Legislators was solicited by the Vice Chair. He further stated all communications between he
and the Legislators he considers to be confidential, but a Legislator could choose to share the information.
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Following up on questions raised, Mr. Wood provided clarification that even if the population data is more than ten percent and based on more recent cases, a county legislature would not be obligated to redistrict prior to the election and based on preliminary data it looks like the data does not.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder provided an update on the status of the Contingent Fund and the June 30 sale of Bond Anticipation Notes for the Airport. There were only four bidders and the County did reasonably well on the sale at .085%. He also reported on year-to-date Room Occupancy Tax revenues, stating the results were $1,138,000 through July 6, 2019; this year $390,000 has been collected through July 6, 2020.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Lane, and unanimously adopted a by roll call vote to add the resolution to the agenda entitled: Resolution Urging the Federal Government to Provide
Urgently Needed Aid for States and Local Governments. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson
EXCUSED: Sigler
Resolution No. 2020-114: Authorizing 2020 Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Grant Application for TCAT (Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit), Gadabout, and Tompkins County (ID #9418)
WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5307 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and WHEREAS, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) provides
emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, businesses and to support Executive Branch agency operations, including the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), during the COVID-19 pandemic, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 Urban Formula program, with responsibilities to propose FTA-funded projects in collaboration with public transportation operators,
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Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc., (TCAT) and Gadabout Transportation Services, Inc., (Gadabout) and the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council, and WHEREAS, CARES Act funding was allocated to the County through federal appropriations of Section 5307 Urban Formula funding and through the New York State Department of Transportation’s (NYSDOT) allocation of Section 5311 Rural Formula funding transferred to the Sec 5307 program, and WHEREAS, the 2020 CARES Act FTA fund sources are as follows:
2020 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding $7,076,312
2020 Sec 5311 Rural Formula Funding Transfer to Sec
5307
$2,205,785
Total Federal Transit Funds $9,282,097
, and WHEREAS, the funding is to be used to reimburse eligible FTA program expenses for public transportation, including emergency transportation program expenses approved through a federal waiver process, and WHEREAS, FTA required separate grants applications for each fund source for projects
proposed by the County, TCAT, and Gadabout as follows: Fund Source/ Grant
Application
Project Total
2020 Sec 5307 / 2020-NY-035 TCAT Operating Assistance $7,076,312
2020 Sec 5311 / 2020-NY-037 TCAT Operating Assistance $ 819,609
2020 Sec 5311 / 2020-NY-037 Gadabout Operating Assistance $1,006,290
2020 Sec 5311 / 2020-NY-037 County Operating Assistance $ 150,000
2020 Sec 5311 / 2020-NY-037 County Mobility Management $ 229,866
TOTAL $9,282,097
, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator or designee to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2020 CARES Act grants 2020-NY-035 and 2020-NY-037 with a total budget of $9,282,097 Federal funding, RESOLVED, further, That the County Contracts Coordinator is authorized to sign:
1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT, Gadabout, and any third-party
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Resolution No. 2020-115: Award of Bid - PIN 3756.18 Ludlowville Road (CR159) Bridge Replacement, (BIN 3314350) - Town of Lansing (ID #9397)
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WHEREAS, the Legislature approved replacement of BIN 3314350 Ludlowville Road bridge, and authorized funding agreements with New York State Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,487,000 and the costs of this project are to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, the Department of Finance - Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids to construct the Project, and
WHEREAS, five (5) bids were received and publicly opened on June 3, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County
Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a contract with Silverline Construction, Inc., of 4299 Newtown Road, Burdett, NY, 14818 as the lowest responsible bidder, in the amount of $1,246,487 pending approval by the New York State Department of Transportation,
RESOLVED, further, That the Highway Department be authorized to implement this bid and execute change orders with total values not to exceed 10% of the aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Ludlowville Road Bridge Replacement Capital Account - (HZ5326.59239.53.26). SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-116: Authorization to Execute Contract With Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C for Construction Phase Services for PIN 3756.18 Ludlowville Road (CR159) Bridge Replacement, (BIN 3314350) Town of Lansing (ID #9399)
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved replacement of BIN 3314350 Ludlowville Road bridge, and authorized funding agreements with New York State Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,487,000 and the costs of this project are to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-federal funds, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Highway Department chose Fisher Associates of Rochester, NY, to provide project design phase services, and WHEREAS, the County Highway Director recommends Fisher Associates to provide engineering construction support and construction inspection, assuring the work is in conformance with the contract documents for the project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a contract with Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C., of 135 Calkins Road, Suite A, Rochester, NY, for construction phase services for the referenced project for an amount not to exceed $285,000,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Highway Director be and is hereby authorized to implement this bid and execute change orders with total values not to exceed 10% of the aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Ludlowville Road
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Bridge Replacement Capital Account - (HZ5326.59239.53.26), RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-117: Approve Supplement Agreement #2 with New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) for PIN 3756.53 – Replacement of Etna Lane Bridge (CR109) Over Fall Creek (BIN 3314180), Town of Dryden (ID #9390)
WHEREAS, a Project for the Replacement of CR109 Etna Lane over Fall Creek (BIN 3314180) in the Town of Dryden, Tompkins County, P.I.N. 3756.53, (the Project) is eligible for funding under Title
23 U.S. Code, as amended, calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-federal funds, and
WHEREAS, as provided for by agreement with the Tompkins County and the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), permanent easement (PE) and/or right-of-way (ROW) acquisition work performed by the municipality for the federal-aid-eligible construction project covered by this agreement, the costs of such work that are approved in writing by NYSDOT as applicable to the federal-aid and Marchiselli-aid construction work (excludes cost applicable to non-federally eligible or non-Marchiselli eligible project elements) shall be credited following FHWA’s construction phase close-out audit of the Project to Project costs that are eligible for federal aid and Marchiselli aid, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires to advance the Project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Scoping, Design Phases I-IV, ROW Incidentals and acquisition, and construction, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature hereby approves the above-subject project, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes Tompkins County to pay in the first instance 100% of the non-federal shares of the cost of the Scoping and Design work for the
subject Project or portions thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $26,840 is hereby appropriated from Etna Lane Bridge - HZ5125.59239 51.25 and made available to cover the cost of participation in the above phase(s) of the Project, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs exceed the amount appropriated above, the Tompkins County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification by the NYSDOT, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator or designee, be and is hereby
authorized to execute on behalf of Tompkins County all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for federal-aid, and/or Marchiselli aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and Tompkins County’s first instance funding of Project costs and
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permanent funding of the local share of federal-aid and state-aid-eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustments:
HQ Fund-Capital Reserves Fund Decrease Fund Balance HQ30909000 - Capital Reserve - Unassigned Fund Balance $ 26,840
Increase Expense Account HQ1698.54802 - Contribution to Construction $ 26,840 HZ Fund-Highway Fac & Projects Fund
Increase Revenue Account HZ5125.45034.51.25 - Interfund (H) $ 26,840 Increase Expense Account HZ5125.59239.51.25 - Etna Lane Bridge $ 26,840 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-118: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 03-21: Telework Arrangements and Policy 03-22: Flexible Work Schedules (ID #9412)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 03-21: Telework Arrangements is a new policy which outlines definitions, policies and procedures for working from home, and
WHEREAS, Policy 03-22: Flexible Work Schedules is a new policy which outlines definitions, policies and procedures for flexible work schedules, and
WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the additions of Policies 03-21 and 03-22 are hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:33 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m.
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Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Highway Director is prepared to provide the Legislature with a presentation on the status of highway and bridge projects at an upcoming meeting; this is in the process of being planned. At the last Committee meeting Barbara Eckstrom, Director of Recycling and Materials Management, reported on the contamination of recycling and how Tompkins County compares Statewide and nationally. He said the Committee learned that from a survey of five routes that were gone through manually; the percentage of contamination was not above State and national averages; therefore, our recycling is cleaner. He said we will try to do even better but we are doing a better job than many others already. Arel LeMaro, Director of Facilities, reported on work of the Facilities Department since the pandemic. Staff in that Department have continued to work on capital projects along with additional
responsibilities related to the pandemic and are to be commended.
Resolution No. 2020-119: Audit of Final Payment E.L. Ames, Inc., dba R.J. Ortlieb Construction Co., for the Passenger Boarding Bridge - Gate No. 3 - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9392)
Following a question by Ms. Robertson regarding the total cost of the bridge and the final amount being presented for approval, Mr. Snyder said 26,637.75 is the final amount that should be included in the
resolution. This was accepted as a friendly amendment. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
EXCUSED: Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, E.L.Ames, Inc., dba R.J. Ortlieb Construction Co, has completed its contract, to the satisfaction of the County, and all Prime and Sub-Contractors’ Labor Law Certification forms, executed Lien Affidavit, and Consent of Surety to Final Payment have been received and with all work done within
budget, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the
following claim against the County of Tompkins, be and hereby is audited by the Tompkins County Legislature: Vendor Payment Requested Account No. Amount E.L. Ames, Inc. dba R.J. 5 (and Final) HT.5780.59239 $26,637.75 Ortlieb Construction Co. Project 80.17 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to pay said claim from Account No. HT.5780.59239. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
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Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Expanded Budget Committee met on June 30th. The next meeting of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee will be on July 13th; the Committee will talk with Dominick Recckio, Communications Director, about public outreach and format for the 2021 Budget.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, reported the Committee had a presentation from the Ithaca Asian American Association. It was illuminating to hear about the discrimination that is going on including rising to the level of assault on our Ithaca Asian community. Discussion will continue at the next meeting on July 22nd; Common Council’s Workforce Diversity Advisory Committee will attend the meeting remotely.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met on July 1st and had a robust discussion with Ryan Gregoire of NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties). NYSAC has a webinar describing
all of the legislative bills and updates from Albany. Charlies Kruzansky and Dianne Miller from Cornell University were also in attendance and discussed the effect of the federal bills. There is still discussion taking place of federal assistance to governments. The Direct Support for Communities Act is what
NACo (National Association of Counties) and NYSAC are pushing. It seems to be a solid compromise with bipartisan support. The Committee will meet next on August 5th.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee met on June 25th and one of the highlights was a presentation from Kurt Anderson of Tompkins County Area Development on the local impact of the Coronavirus. The economic impacts of this crisis are much steeper of a curve than has been seen in prior economic crisis, but the economy is expected to bounce back a lot faster. He also offered to give a presentation to the full Legislature. The Committee will meet next on July 23rd. Discussions will also continue on tourism funding.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on July 6th and continued to talk about the student undercount specifically with respect to the students in off campus housing. There is talk at the Congressional level about this as it is a problem across the country. Mr. Lane said he will be drafting a letter to request that action is taken on this. A letter was sent to the three local college presidents
requesting their continued help and redoubling of efforts to get a better count of their student populations. He thanked Nick Murphy and Amie Hendrix of County Administration for working with the PIAB (Public Information Advisory Board) to put together a budget with a Contingent Fund request for $10,000
to try to market the census outreach efforts. The Committee discussed the redistricting issue and one of the issues that came up in the process was what if the City does something and the Legislature does not do anything. He asked Mr. Potter to speak to what would happen in this case.
Mr. Potter said he has been involved in the last two redistricting processes. If the County is on a different schedule than the City in the future there is a greater possibility that boundaries won’t match as well as they have in the past which will result in there being sliver districts (smaller areas of overlapping City wards and County districts). This would create issues for the City and the Board of Elections and why efforts have been made in the past to minimize this as much as possible.
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Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The August meeting has been canceled.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee met in June. He reported Brian Robison, Director of Emergency Response, has been working with the Tompkins Amateur Radio Association and the Ithaca Mike and Key Club. The Radio Amateur Civil Services group is a back-up to the emergency radio system that provides a good redundancy and is very cost effective. In very short order it can set up a parallel pathway for emergencies around the County. He commended the group for its work and foresight
and although it is hoped to never be needed it is good that it exists. The Committee also had a report from the Advocacy Center. There has been concern with the level of domestic violence in the community and it was reported there has been an increase in calls since the pandemic. Heather Campbell, Advocacy
Director, reported on steps that have been taken including the use of shelter beds. She also reported that since shelter bed use has been down due to the pandemic, they have suffered a shortfall in revenue. The Committee will meet next on July 16th.
In response to Ms. Black, Mr. John said the discussion of the Public Safety Building has not taken place due to the pandemic and financial pressures. Lastly, Mr. John reported the Governor has set up a Commission to talk about police practices; he expects to hear about this at the next meeting from the County Administrator.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. At the next meeting there will be discussion of child care. She will be reaching out to invite a representative of school districts to attend as well.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee met on July 2nd and discussed revisions to the Rules of the Legislature. A small group of members worked on editing the first three rules that were discussed at the meeting. Further revisions to that set of Rules based on comments made at the meeting
will be presented and further reviewed at the August meeting. They will be making sure that any changes align with the County Charter. She noted that all changes will come for approval to the full Legislature.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee met and heard several informative reports. She encouraged Legislators to watch the meeting video. The Committee will meet next on July 27th.
Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
Resolution No. 2020-120: Resolution Urging the Federal Government to Provide Urgently Needed Aid for States and Local Governments (ID #9426)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
EXCUSED: Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, as of July 5, 2020, nearly 3 million Americans have been confirmed to have contracted COVID-19 and almost 130,000 have died of the disease, according to the Centers for Disease
Control, and the pandemic continues to worsen, and WHEREAS, on June 29, 2020, hundreds of organizations - ranging from the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association to the National Association of Counties to Siemens, Inc. - wrote to Senate leadership to advocate on behalf of state and local governments, all of which are experiencing historic budget shortfalls as they continue to respond to the coronavirus pandemic, and
WHEREAS, unlike the federal government, these state and local governments must begin their fiscal years on time and with a balanced budget. If the Senate fails to act immediately to provide aid to state and local governments, our nation’s recovery from the pandemic-induced recession will suffer and millions of Americans will needlessly be harmed, and WHEREAS, previous federal bills responding to COVID-19 provided important support, yet none allow for the replacement of billions of lost revenue due to COVID-19. More robust and direct
stimulus is desperately needed for state and local governments to both rebuild the economy and maintain essential services in education, health care, emergency operations, public safety, and more, and
WHEREAS, nearly 15 million Americans are employed by state and local governments. Teachers, first responders, and emergency medical service workers are on the front lines of this crisis doing the essential work of the country. Public sector employment continues to suffer substantial losses
with over 1.6 million state and local government jobs lost since March, and WHEREAS, additional job cuts are on the table for many states and localities. These jobs losses not only affect essential government services to the American people, but also add to state unemployment. The damage will get far worse without federal assistance, forcing drastic cuts that will further delay and cancel infrastructure projects, as at least 26 states have announced construction delays for transportation projects. The loss of such projects will ripple through states’ construction industry, delaying recovery further, and WHEREAS, state and local governments also purchase goods and services which add to the nation’s output, and in 2019, state and local governments’ purchases accounted for 11 percent of GDP
(Gross Domestic Product). When these activities slow down, there is an effect on the nation’s economy. Alarmingly, CBO’s (Congressional Budget Office) June letter on its forecast of Gross Domestic Product for 2020 and 2021 found that “state and local governments’ purchases of goods and services fell by $350 billion, making up 9 percent of the total decline in GDP, and
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WHEREAS, several bills are under consideration currently in the Senate and House, with varying priorities and financial packages. To prevent further damage to state and local governments, and to enable the nation’s recovery, any new package must provide direct, unrestricted aid to state and local governments based on 1) population, 2) cumulative COVID-19 impacts since the beginning of the pandemic, and 3) lost revenue due to the pandemic-induced recession, and WHEREAS, leaders in Washington have expressed support for flexible fiscal aid to states and localities of all sizes. Yet months have gone by and our communities continue to suffer. Americans have a history of standing together in times of crisis and must do so now, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature strongly urges the U. S. Senate and House of Representatives to speedily negotiate legislation that recognizes that the nation’s recovery requires
solvent state and local governments providing services to the people, RESOLVED, further, That such legislation must provide substantial direct, unrestricted aid to
state and local governments based on 1) population, 2) cumulative COVID-19 impacts since the beginning of the pandemic, and 3) lost revenue due to the pandemic-induced recession, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to President Donald J. Trump; William F. Crozer, Special Assistant to the President/Deputy Director, the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs; Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer; Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy; Senator Kirsten Gillibrand; Congressman Tom Reed; the New York State Association of Counties; and the National Association of Counties. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
June 16, 2020
The minutes were accepted by a roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Daniel Klein, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson
EXCUSED: Michael Sigler
Unfinished Business
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if there was a motion to reconsider the Resolution entitled Directing the County Attorney to Prepare a Local Law Changing the Term of Office for Tompkins County Legislators Elected in November 2021 to a Two-Year Term with a Return to Four-Year Terms
Thereafter (ID #9367) that failed at the last Legislature meeting. No motion was made.
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced the Executive Order pertaining to in-person meetings has been extended until August 5th. Ms. Robertson spoke about in-person meetings and the consideration for air conditioning units providing fresh air. Ms. Koreman asked that this topic be discussed at the next Facilities and Infrastructure Committee meeting. Mr. Molino said Facilities Director Arel LeMaro has addressed some of this and said some measures have been taken.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation honoring the late Honorable John Robert Lewis, United States Congressman, and ordering County flags be flown at half-mast through the month of July in honor of Mr. Lewis who was a courageous fighter for justice and equality.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the following letter submitted by Fay Gougakis, City of Ithaca resident:
“Greetings to all of you. We are in turbulent times, and it is hard not to be able to speak to you in person. It saddens me that some of my concerns are not being addressed or resolved. I hope that you can reflect and take the time to do something about this now. For in the spirit of John Lewis: ‘Now is the
time’. 1. I have come before you about a year ago raising my deep concern about 5G technology. Now we see the City of Ithaca passing this legislation to allow it without any public comment. I ask that you raise your voices to the City, being a part of the County, to objecting to their actions without public comment and public dialogue. Both County and City must discuss the implications of the wireless technologies, for they are taking control of lives in a way, this may be difficult to change. The time to act is now. This impacts our health, our privacy, our choices as well as our democracy.
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2. For more than a year now I have exhaustingly raised the negative issue of dockless bicycles in our City. It was the Lime Company. I feel my concerns only went on deaf ears. People may agree, but did nothing about my concerns, which I was not alone. The City brought them here, specifically the Mayor, without any public notice or dialogue. I also hold Bike Walk Tompkins and Jennifer Dotson of Carshare and others in the County transportation organizations accountable for this undemocratic process and company coming to our County. Now, on top of all this history, the City is looking for another company like Lime. To me, I find this insulting, demeaning, and an extreme lack of honesty and dialogue, essentially undemocratic, and irresponsible. We must not have a company like Lime enter a contract with us. Please act now and encourage the City to stop this process!
3. I am deeply concerned about the students of Ithaca College and Cornell University coming back this Fall. Watching the news and seeing what students and youth behaviors are exhibiting at bars and gatherings, I’m worried the virus will grow in our County. We will be adding around 28,000
more people to a pool of roughly 30,000 (almost half). I feel this is dangerous. I feel the students should come back in the Spring to prevent a second wave in the Fall. The first wave is not even over. The virus is constantly mutating and with the flu season upon us soon, I feel very concerned what can happen.
“I know not having the students is hard on our economy. Yet, we must look at the greater good, and find solutions to help ourselves until the virus has been curved and its impacts. “Thank you for reading my comments and concerns. May peace, hope and love always prevail
and be your guiding light. God bless you all and our community, nation, and planet”.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield Board Member, spoke concerning COVID testing and said although the Governor stated it is now available for anyone it is not available for asymptomatic people at the Cayuga Medical Center drive thru; they have to travel to a site as far away as Syracuse. He asked that Tompkins County provide for reimbursement to Cayuga Medical Center for universal COVID-19 testing. He also reported the Enfield Town Board will be considering two local laws that change the positions of the Town Highway Superintendent and the Town Clerk from elected to appointed at its next meeting. Ducson Nuygen, Common Council Member, reported there is an informational session on the Town of Ithaca’s webpage relating to 5G that municipal officials should know about. He said the City’s
Board of Public Works which makes a lot of big decisions is looking at ideas to reduce staff time and friction and it was suggested to abolish the Board of Public Works and to have decisions come before the staff or Common Council. This is a big change and will require a referendum. The Mayor has announced
the creation of a task force to reexamine public safety in the City of Ithaca; individuals interested in participating may sign up on the City’s webpage. Mr. Molino said County staff is working closely with the State to coordinate FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) reimbursement in order to continue to provide and be reimbursed for the testing site at Cayuga Medical Center.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Koreman expressed appreciation for the proclamation in honor or John Lewis. She also spoke of the passing of Reverend Cordy Tindell Vivian who was an American Minister from Atlanta, Georgia. He was an author, and close friend of Martin Luther King Jr., during the Civil Rights Movement. Mr. Granison spoke of the passing of Reverend Cordy Tindell Vivian and said he was the greatest preacher who ever lived.
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Ms. Dawson said it was good to hear from Fay Gougakis this evening and thanked her for the communication. She congratulated Mr. Sigler on his recent nuptials and thanked him for organizing a town hall that will be held next week for the Lansing and Groton communities about the return of students to the higher education institutions. Ms. Black acknowledged the concerns and comments about the return of students and said County staff is working closely with the higher education institutions to make sure that there are guidelines in place when students return. She said efforts are also underway to increase the way the
public can comment at meetings. In committee meetings Zoom is starting to be open to the public; at the next Legislature meeting in mid-August they hope to be able to have the public attend and share their thoughts and comments in person. Lastly, she announced a vacancy on the Human Rights Commission;
an advisory board application is available on the Legislature’s website for individuals to apply for membership.
Ms. Robertson reminded everyone that the first Legislature meeting in August was canceled earlier in the year. The Legislature will next meet August 18th. Ms. Kelles said the State Legislature will be in session for a few more weeks and one of the issues that Legislators had difficulty with at the State level was the power of the Governor to dictate what goes into the budget. There is legislation called the Budget Equity Bill in both the Assembly and Senate. It would be a Constitutional Amendment and would go to a referendum. She summarized the legislation and said it would allow for substitutions and additions to the budget, making it a big shift from what is currently in place. She suggested Legislators provide comments to State representatives. Ms. Robertson asked that Legislators be provided with the bill numbers; Ms. Kelles will provide this. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne reiterated comments by Ms. Black about the concerns that exist
regarding the return of students to the community. There has been close communication with the County Administrator and institutions of higher learning so that it is careful, and that public health is the number one priority. She said the Legislature is paying great attention to this and public comments are welcome
and appreciated.
Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion
Summer 2020 Road/Bridge Plan (ID #9409)
Mr. Smith provided an overview of highway projects in the County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said the Legislature appreciates all the work Mr. Smith and the Highway Department employees are doing in these unusual and difficult times.
RESULT: COMPLETED
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Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne appointed Legislators Lane and Granison to the Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee.
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne presented certificates recognizing service and dedication to the residents of Tompkins County: Anna Kelles - Five years of service Glenn Morey - Five years of service Rich John - Five years of service She also congratulated Mr. Sigler on his recent marriage.
Consent Agenda
The resolutions and appointment on the Consent Agenda were adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9421)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Kit Kephart, County Staff - term expires December 31, 2022
Resolution No. 2020-121: Budget Adjustment for One-time Increase in State Funding for the Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program (ID #9444)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, Section 4.02 budget adjustments for increases in revenues and expenditures exceeding $5,000 are subject to approval by the Tompkins County Legislature when an appropriation account and revenue account are increased, and WHEREAS, the County Office for the Aging hereafter known as COFA through the Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program hereafter known as EISEP funds non-medical personal care
and other related in-home services for vulnerable individuals 60 and over, and WHEREAS, on November 22, 2019, COFA received a Notification of Grant Award from the
New York State Office for the Aging hereafter known as NYSOFA, and WHEREAS, this grant award included a one-time supplement of $31,000, and
WHEREAS, NYSOFA is making a one-time exception in allowing COFA and similar agencies within New York State to utilize this supplement within the current state fiscal year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments on the County books: Office for the Aging Budget Adjustments
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Revenue Account Title Amt Approp Acct Title A6780.43803 Programs for Aging $31,0006780.54491 Subcontracts SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-122: Authorization to Execute Contract with C&S Engineers, P.E., Inc., for Construction Phase Services for PIN 3755.93 CR110 - Ellis Hollow Road Rehabilitation - Pine Tree Road to Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca (ID #9431)
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved PIN 3755.93 CR110 - Ellis Hollow Road Rehabilitation, Phase 3 - Pine Tree Road to Game Farm Road, Town of Ithaca and authorized funding agreements with
New York State Department of Transportation in the amount of $765,000 and the costs of this project are to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-federal funds, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Highway Department chose C&S Engineers of Syracuse, NY, to provide project design phase services, and WHEREAS, the County Highway Director recommends C&S Engineers to provide engineering construction support and construction inspection, assuring the work is in conformance with the contract documents for the project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a contract with C&S Engineers, Inc., of Syracuse, NY, for construction phase services for the referenced project for an amount not to exceed $85,000,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Highway Director be and is hereby authorized to implement this bid and execute change orders with total values not to exceed 10% of the
aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Ellis Hollow Road Rehabilitation Phase 3 Capital Account - (HZ5328.59239.53.28),
RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-123: Authorizing a Public Hearing on Proposed Local Law No. __ of 2020 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021 (ID #9423)
WHEREAS, according to New York State’s Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the State, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, information from New York State that enables calculation of the County’s 2021
property tax cap is not available until late summer, and
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WHEREAS, in the event the County’s annual tax levy exceeds the allowable tax-levy limit voluntarily or due to clerical or technical errors, New York State has the authority to penalize our County unless we have already formally given ourselves permission to exceed the tax cap, and WHEREAS, adopting said local law is not predictive of the final tax levy but will provide the Tompkins County Legislature flexibility to exceed the Property Tax Cap if it is deemed necessary, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a
public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on August 18, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. ___ of 2020 - A Local Law Overriding the Tax
Levy Limit for Fiscal Year 2021. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Mr. Lane, seconded by Mr. Morey, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote, to add to the agenda the resolution entitled Authorization to Execute a Funding Agreement with New York State Department of Transportation - Supplemental Agreement #1 - PIN 3755.93 Ellis Hollow Road (CR 110) Improvements, Town of Ithaca (ID #9455). There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Resolution No. 2020-124: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal-Pay Reimbursement - Department of Weights and Measures (ID #9405)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in the Department of Weights and Measures, one Director of Weights and Measures
retired on March 27, 2020, and
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WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal-pay reimbursement to be
paid to the Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and
Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $23,633
TO: A3630.51000207 Director $15,983
A3630.58800 Fringes $ 7,650 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-125: Approve Budget Adjustment to Transfer from Highway Fund Balance and Amend the Capital Program – PIN 3756.18 Ludlowville Road (CR159) Bridge Replacement, (BIN 3314350) Town of Lansing (ID #9396)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved replacement of BIN 3314350 Ludlowville Road bridge, and authorized funding agreements with New York State Department of Transportation in the amount of $1,487,000 and the costs of this project are to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-
federal funds, and WHEREAS, the low bid for construction plus additional engineering services exceed the amount available in the Ludlowville Road Bridge Replacement Capital Project Account and Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) by $200,000, and
WHEREAS, the Highway Division (D Fund) has an adequate unassigned fund balance to cover the shortage, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the 2020-2024 Capital Program be amended to reflect a total project cost for the Ludlowville Road Bridge Replacement Project of $1,761,350 and reflect a funding contribution of $274,350 from Tompkins County,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustments:
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HQ Fund-Capital Reserves Decrease Fund Balance D3090900- Capital Reserve Unassigned Fund Balance $ 200,000 Increase Expense Account D5111.54802 - Contribution to Construction $ 200,000 HZ Fund-Highway Fac & Projects Fund Increase Revenue Account HZ5326.45034.53.26 - D5111.54802 Interfund (D) $ 200,000 Increase Expense Account HZ5326.59239.53.26 - Ludlowville Road Bridge $ 200,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-126: Authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. 26 with C&S Companies for Terminal Building Expansion/Security Improvements - Phase 2 Supplemental Construction Phase Services and No. 27 for General Aviation US Customs and Border Protection Facility - Supplemental Construction Phase Services at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9395)
Mr. Hall, Airport Director, provided an update on the status of the Customs Facility and there is one piece of equipment outstanding; an initial operating day of October 12th is set. Mr. Lane said a tour of Legislators is being scheduled. With regard to the Terminal and Customs Facility, Mr. Hall believes this is the last of capital project funding. In response to Ms. Kelles with respect to the impact on passengers, Mr. Hall said there has been a major impact given travel restrictions that have severely limited travel. As the number of restricted states declines he expects it will get better. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote. Following the vote, Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee discuss with Mr. Hall about providing more information about the Airport and the new Facility at a future date.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, authorization is required to pay for the additional services provided by C&S Companies for the Terminal Building Expansion/Security Improvements Phase 2 and the General Aviation US Customs and Border Protection Facility the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and WHEREAS, the cost of the Consultant Agreements with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New
York - Supplement Agreement No. 26 for additional design, coordination, preparation of renderings, reports, construction drawings, etc., is $56,675 and Supplemental Agreement No. 27 for preparation of additional documentation, inspection reports, inspections, etc., is $37,305, both agreements called for
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additional work relating to the projects, most of which was required by New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That Supplemental Consultant Agreement Nos. 26 and 27 with C&S Companies of Syracuse, New York, for Terminal Building Expansion/Security Improvements - Phase 2 Supplemental Construction Phase Services and General Aviation US Customs and Border Protection Facility - Supplemental Construction Phase Services at the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, be approved and financing of the contract as follows,
RESOLVED, further, That the costs associated with the projects will be paid for by using funds from the Airport Fund Balance,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment:
CT FUND - Airport Fund INCREASE REVENUE CT5610.42796 Appropriated Fund Balance $93,980 INCREASE EXPENDITURE CT5610.54802 Contribution to Construction $93,980 HT FUND - Airport Improvements Fund INCREASE REVENUE HT5602.45032.56.02 Interfund Contributions(CT) $56,675 INCREASE REVENUE HT5604.45032.56.04 Interfund Contributions(CT) $37,305 INCREASE EXPENDITURE HT5602.59239.56.02 Terminal Expansion Phase 2 $56,675 INCREASE EXPENDITURE HT5604.59239.56.04 GA Customs Facility-Design $37,305 RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to execute the required documents,
RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be authorized to make payments from the appropriate accounts. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-127: Authorization to Execute a Funding Agreement with New York State Department of Transportation – Supplemental Agreement #1 – PIN 3755.93 Ellis Hollow Road (CR 110) Improvements, Town of Ithaca (ID #9455)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, a Project to reconstruct the Ellis Hollow Road (County Road 110) between Game Farm Road and Pine Tree Road in the Town of Ithaca, P.I.N. 3755.93, (the Project), is eligible for funding
as a locally-administered project under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 80% federal funds and 20% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, in order to expedite advancement of the Project and realize potential total project cost reductions, the Highway Division sought permission from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to administer the project locally, and
WHEREAS, the NYSDOT requires for locally administered projects that the County appropriate one hundred percent (100%) of the project costs and then file for reimbursement of eligible costs, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the above project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Construction, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the
additional sum of $895,000 is hereby made available within account HZ5325.59239.53.25, Ellis Hollow Road Capital Account, to cover the cost of participation in the above phases of the Project,
RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification of the NYSDOT thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator, or designee, be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and the municipality’s first instance funding of Project costs and permanent funding the local share of federal-aid and sate-aid eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the
Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Resolution No. 2020-128: Recognition and Celebration of Employees Attaining 25+ Years of Service with Tompkins County in 2020 (ID #9429)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, on an annual basis, Tompkins County recognizes its employees for their years of service, and WHEREAS, due to COVID-19, the County has been unable to hold its annual recognition event
for employees who attained 25 years of service in 2020, and WHEREAS, 25 years ago the following employees began their career at Tompkins County and this year are being inducted into the Tompkins County "25 Year Club:" William Apgar, Probation Department Brad Covert, Sheriff’s Office Dariele Drake, Department of Planning and Sustainability
Carol Kellogg, Sheriff’s Office Michelle Lansing, Sheriff’s Office Lisa Lorer, Department of Social Services
Toini Pulver, Department of Social Services Darlene Robinson, Department of Social Services Laurel Rockhill, Probation Department Susan Spicer, Department of Mental Health , and WHEREAS, in 2020 Yvonne McGinnis celebrates a remarkable 50-year career working in the Accounting Unit at Tompkins County Department of Social Services, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County would like to recognize and thank these employees for their loyalty, dedication, and distinguished years of service to Tompkins County government, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the
Tompkins County Legislature extends its congratulations to 2020 inductees of the Tompkins County 25 Year Club and expresses its sincere thanks for their years of service and commitment to the constituents of Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided an update on Covid-19 through July 20, 2020, noting there have been 34 new cases since the last meeting which is attributed in large part to July 4th and increased travel. On July 13th there were ten positive cases which was the largest number in a single day; to date there have been 202 positive cases. He said as of yesterday Tompkins County had its first nursing home patient test positive; they are working closely with the Department of Health. Areas covered within the presentation included the reopening of school districts, New York State travel advisory, and Tompkins County Covid case data. Mr. Kruppa noted that all municipalities within Tompkins County have seen at least one
positive case. He responded to questions and stated the recent spike in positive cases was a result of community behavior and not associated with students. All higher education institutions have communicated with incoming students about the State’s requirements.
Ms. Black spoke of the importance of paperwork being completed and said anyone entering in from another state should be notifying the municipality. Mr. Kruppa said in addition to completing a
form they are working together to have a robust system in place. It was strongly noted that a quarantine is always for 14 days and due to the incubation period, a person cannot test out of it. A copy of the presentation will be provided to all Legislators. Ms. Koreman suggested information be available at Air bnb’s, hotels, and the Convention and Visitor’s Center. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said the County is doing everything in its power to minimize the spread of this disease in the community but it also involves community responsibility by practicing the right things.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:37 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:50 p.m.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood reported court is returning to normal and in addition to Skype they are having more in-person appearances each day. He said there is not a large backlog of cases. He reiterated what the County can and cannot do with respect to the colleges as to whether the County Legislature has the power
to tell the colleges that the students cannot return. He said the only power the County has would be for the County Administrator to declare an emergency in certain circumstances; however, any such order related to Covid-19 would have to be approved by the State Department of Health. He said it would be
unlikely that would be approved as it would not be consistent with the Governor’s Executive Order. It is important the County work with the universities to ensure there is coordination with the Health Department and community is safe and that is being done. The same would apply for the Executive Order
pertaining to the number of people allowed to gather now up to 50. He said the County has significant enforcement authority.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder reported the first draft of the County’s 2019 financial statements have not yet been received from the auditors; it is expected tomorrow. A presentation will be made at the September 1 Legislature meeting. He also reported the Airport’s FAA report was submitted last week. He said the 2019 rollover from Departments is now completed. He reported the $3 million for Airport BANS was
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received. He also reported sales tax distributions were down in June by 33.1% and were down 15.3% year-to-date. He said sales tax receipts have not been this low since 2006. Mr. Molino said the actual results are worse than what was projected for the second quarter and end results are projected to be 15-18% lower than 2019. Mr. Snyder reported the County received its first check in the amount of $6,000 from the paper bag reduction fee that was enacted on March 1st.
June Sales Tax Report (ID#9460)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, reported the Committee will meet tomorrow and will hear further from the Ithaca Asian American Association on harassment and assault on that community. The Committee will also hear a report from the Diversity and Inclusion Infusion Committee and on the County’s Organizational Values.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will meet next on August 5th and will be joined by a representative of Senator Gillibrand’s office. She hopes Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton will also attend. She thanked Legislator Dawson for her work on putting together a resolution for consideration by NYSAC on car dealerships in New York State that sell electric vehicles and Ms. Holmes, Deputy County Administrator, on reforms in Civil Service to improve diversity in the workforce. She also noted that she has been appointed to a committee through the NACo organization.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on July 24th and will hear a report on the County’s Southern Tier 8 membership. The request to reach out to all tourism organizations that receive
grant funding and preliminary results will be presented at this meeting in addition to a report on the HOMES and Community Renewal RFP that went out for the 9% funding; the Request for Proposal was significantly cut and will make it much more competitive. An update on the Continuum of Care Strategic
Planning process will also be provided.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Resolution No. 2020-129: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - 2020 Census Advertisements - County Administration (ID #9419)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Complete Census Count Committee has determined the need for advertisements for the 2020 Census to obtain a complete and accurate 2020 Census count, outlined in the 2020 Census
Communications Plan budget, and WHEREAS, various advertisements included in the 2020 Census Communications Plan budget include TCAT bus ads, newspaper ads, social media ads, and lawn signs, and WHEREAS, the advertisements will create awareness and exposure for the 2020 Census, with the
hope of an accurate census count in Tompkins County on the 2020 Census, and WHEREAS, County Administration will perform the necessary duties and work with multiple vendors in order to produce and distribute the 2020 Census advertisements, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Complete Census Count and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following 2020 budget transfer from the Contingent Fund:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $10,084.00 TO: A1230.54400 Program Expense $10,084.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met last week and had a good discussion of the coordination of police services related to Covid enforcement. There was discussion and Jason walked through the process as it relates to the Governor’s order to examine police services. The Jail population is historically low; New York State has been picking up prisoners instead of leaving them in local jails. The Committee will next meet on August 20th.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and received an update on childcare and day care from Sue Dale-Hall of the Day Care and Child Development Council. The Committee also
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received a brief update on the reopening of public schools.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met July 16th and heard from Arel LeMaro, Facilities Director, about the County’s HVAC systems due to the requirements for opening the malls to have certain filtration systems. Mr. LeMaro explained that all County buildings must have filtered fresh air. The Committee talked about the Airport and a project the County has requested funding of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for - replacement of the fire station. It would mostly be paid for by the FAA and New York State.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. A meeting took place with staff regarding public comment with a lot of good ideas suggested. She said people can contact the Clerk and be admitted into a meeting. If anyone wants to send a comment they can
submit to the Clerk or their Legislature. The next Committee meeting will be August 6th; at that meeting discussion will continue on revisions to the Rules of the Legislature and potentially a report from the Ethics Advisory Board and Board of Elections.
Resolution No. 2020-130: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay - Information Technology Services (ID #9394)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Information Technology Services Department had one Network/Systems Administrator retire effective June 12, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal-pay reimbursement to the
Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation for 2020: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $27,844.23 TO: A1680.51000725 Network/Systems Administrator $18,831.48 A1680.58800 Fringes $ 9,012.75 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will meet on July 27th and hear an update on food system planning process that was partially funded by the County. Local hearings will be held the 3rd week of August and it may be timely for the Legislature to take action on the Proposed NYSEG Rate Case settlement.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met July 13th and again today and discussed the Expanded Budget Committee (EBC) meetings and spreading the schedule out as well as having
departments speak to program committees in September about budget. The Committee will next meet on August 10th. A special Expanded Budget Committee meeting is being scheduled to talk about values and priorities.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if there is a need to hear from departments about what they do and asked Legislators to let the Committee Chair know. Ms. Robertson explained it is another way for
Legislators to get a broader view of departments; she will speak to committee chairs. Ms. Dawson said EBC meetings are too time consuming by the questions being asked that are not related to budget. She encouraged that Legislators view program committee meetings online.
Resolution No. 2020-131: 2020 Budget Adjustments Needed to Respond to the Negative Impacts Caused by COVID-19 (ID #9435)
Mr. Molino said this resolution formalizes a lot of the expenditure reductions outside of personnel that were previously discussed. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization designated the novel COVID-19 (Coronavirus), outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2020, United States Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the entire United States to aid the nation's healthcare community in responding to COVID-19, and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York,
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declared a Disaster Emergency in the State of New York to address the threat that COVID-19 poses to the health and welfare of its residents and visitors, and WHEREAS, a State of Emergency was declared in Tompkins County in response to the COVID-19 pandemic effective March 13, 2020, and WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued, and continues to issue Executive Orders directing actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in New York State, and
WHEREAS, the current COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent effects on the State of New York have resulted in an unprecedented economic impact to all businesses and public entities, including Tompkins County, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Budget forecasts the economic impacts to include a tax revenue shortfall of $13.3 billion in 2020 and the total impact on New York’s economy to be a total
loss of $445 billion, and WHEREAS, the State aid provided to counties, local governments and all others that receive reimbursements, aid or grants from the State could see a significant mid-year reduction due to the economic slowdown and shortfall in State revenues, and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting sales tax receipts of all counties of New York, including Tompkins County, and sales tax receipts are the second largest revenue to the Tompkins County budget which is used to pay the County cost of services each year, and WHEREAS, although the federal government has provided trillions of dollars of aid to individuals, businesses and corporations, so far no support has been provided to local governments to replace the local revenue losses due to COVID-19, except for limited support for certain COVID-19 expenses and entities with more than 500,000 population, and
WHEREAS, the County is taking various initial measures in response to the fiscal outlook, including without limitation imposing a hiring freeze, spending freeze, and pausing or delaying various
capital projects, and WHEREAS, on May 5, 2020, and then again on June 30, 2020, the County Administrator
provided an overview of the actions taken to limit spending in the County budget to minimize the negative impact of revenue shortfalls due to the economic downturn in the economy caused by COVID-19, and WHEREAS, to ensure the spending reductions and revenue shortfalls are reflected in the 2020 County Budget, the budget should be adjusted periodically throughout the year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance make the following adjustments to the 2020 Budget: Revenues:
Treasury 1310 41113 Room Tax $ (5,645.10)
Accounting 1315 41113 Room Tax $ (7,526.70)
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County Attorney 1420 41113 Room Tax $ (941.10)
Risk Management 1989 41113 Room Tax $ (4,704.00) Maint. Roads & Bridges 5110 42797 Other Local Govt $ (88,000.00)
Social Services 6010 43610 State: Soc Serv Admin $ (36,651.65)
Social Services 6010 44610 Fed: Soc Serv Admin $ (78,083.95)
Social Services 6119 41894 Social Services Charges $ 170,000.00
Social Services 6119 43619 State: Child Care $ 77,000.00
Social Services 6119 44619 Fed: Child Care (IV-E) $ 45,000.00 Social Services 6140 43640 State: Safety Net $ 379,021.00
Social Services 6142 43642 State: Emerg Aid for Adults $ (50,000.00)
TC Area Development 6420 41113 Room Tax $ (38,312.70)
Community Planning 8020 41113 Room Tax $ (51,168.30)
Unallocated Revenue 9999 41113 Room Tax $ (54,923.10)
$ 255,064.40
Appropriations:
Defense of Indig. Attys. 1171 54120 Legal Defense Atty Fees $ (350,000.00)
Defense of Indig. Attys. 1171 54406 Family CT Atty Chgg $ (50,000.00) Bldg. & Grnd.
Maintenance
1620 52231 Vehicles $ (68,000.00)
Bldg. & Grnd.
Maintenance
1620 54412 Travel Training $ (1,000.00)
Bldg. & Grnd.
Maintenance
1620 54416 Memberships $ (600.00)
Bldg. & Grnd. Maintenance 1620 54470 Building Repairs $ (20,000.00)
Inservice Training 1987 54412 Travel Training $ (40,000.00)
Inservice Training 1987 54442 Professional Services $ (12,220.00)
Contingent Fund 1990 54624 Project Grants $ (81,166.00) TC3 2495 54400 Program Expense $ (5,000.00)
Cooperative Extension 2981 54400 Program Expense $ (52,311.56)
Law Enforcement 3113 52221 Safety/Rescue/Emerg Equip $ (21,400.00)
Law Enforcement 3113 52231 Vehicles $ (36,451.00)
Alternatives to Incarc. 3141 54412 Travel Training $ (1,977.00)
Alternatives to Incarc. 3141 54414 Local Milage $ (356.00)
Probation Intake Investig. 3142 54412 Travel Training $ (3,896.00)
Probation Intake
Investig.
3142 54414 Local Milage $ (1,102.00)
Corrections 3150 52231 Vehicles $ (39,931.00) Medical and Boarding 3151 54469 Boarding of Prisoners $ (103,000.00)
Tompkins County SPCA 3520 54400 Program Expense $ (2,324.31)
Health Planning Council 4080 54400 Program Expense $ (4,655.56) M.H. Administration 4310 52206 Computer Equipment $ (2,000.00)
M.H. Administration 4310 52214 Office Furnishings $ (2,000.00)
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M.H. Administration 4310 54412 Travel Training $ (2,000.00)
Mental Health Clinic 4311 52214 Office Furnishings $ (110,000.00) Mental Health Clinic 4311 54412 Travel Training $ (3,000.00)
Personal Rcvry Orntd
Svcs
4312 52214 Office Furnishings $ (5,000.00)
Personal Rcvry Orntd
Svcs
4312 54412 Travel Training $ (1,000.00)
Health Home 4330 52210 Office Equipment $ (6,000.00)
Maint. Roads & Bridges 5110 58800 Fringes $ (12,000.00) Maint. Roads & Bridges 5110 51000049 Project Assistant $ (101,860.00)
Airport 5610 52231 Vehicles $ (48,000.00)
Airport 5610 54312 Highway Materials $ (7,000.00)
Airport 5610 54412 Travel Training $ (25,000.00)
Airport 5610 54425 Service Contracts $ (6,000.00)
Airport 5610 54651 Renewal & Replacement $ (25,000.00)
Social Services 6010 52210 Office Equipment $ (1,500.00) Social Services 6010 52214 Office Furnishings $ (25,000.00)
Social Services 6010 52222 Communications Equip. $ (125.00)
Social Services 6010 52230 Computer Software $ 612.00
Social Services 6010 52231 Vehicles $ (125,000.00)
Social Services 6010 54310 Fuel Expense $ (2,500.00)
Social Services 6010 54330 Printing $ (2,000.00)
Social Services 6010 54342 Food $ (600.00) Social Services 6010 54402 Advertising & Promotion $ (900.00)
Social Services 6010 54412 Travel & Training $ (12,000.00)
Social Services 6010 54414 Local Mileage $ 400.00
Social Services 6010 54421 Auto Maintenance Repair $ (3,500.00)
Social Services 6010 54424 Equipment Rental $ (1,000.00)
Social Services 6010 54462 Insurance $ (250.00)
Social Services 6010 54472 Telephone $ 12,383.00 Social Services 6100 54400 Program Expense $(1,451,813.00)
Social Services 6119 54400 Program Expense $ 500,000.00
Social Services 6129 54407 Chargebacks $ (72,229.00)
Social Services 6140 54400 Program Expense $1,306,969.00
Social Services 6142 54400 Program Expense $ (100,000.00)
Basic Subsistence 6305 54400 Program Expense $ (70,492.75)
TC Action 6307 54442 Program Expense $ (18,541.69) HSC Planning & Coord. 6308 54400 Program Expense $ (18,737.50)
HSC Information &
Referral
6311 54442 Program Expense $ (7,082.38)
OAR Core Svcs. 6315 54400 Program Expense $ (29,895.69) TC Area Development 6420 54400 Program Expense $ (18,463.63)
Libraries 7410 54400 Program Expense $ (12,130.44)
Public Library 7411 54400 Program Expense $ (231,007.88) The History Center 7510 54400 Program Expense $ (12,389.19)
Community Planning 8020 54330 Printing $ (1,500.00)
Community Planning 8020 54342 Food $ (500.00)
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Community Planning 8020 54400 Program Expense $ (7,425.00)
Community Planning 8020 54412 Travel/Training $ (1,000.00) Community Planning 8020 54444 Development Grants $ (50,000.00)
Community Planning 8020 51000049 Project Assistant $ (8,500.00)
Human Rights 8040 54333 Education & Promotion $ (10,000.00)
Human Rights 8040 54400 Program Expense $ (10,000.00)
Soil & Water
Conservation
8730 54400 Program Expense $ (23,869.56)
Contrib. to Debt Service 9961 54400 Program Expense $ (500,000.00)
$(2,260,847.13)
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Resolution No. 2020-132: Authorize and Direct the County Administrator to Continue Furloughs for Certain Identified County Employees During the COVID-19 Pandemic (ID #9446)
Mr. Molino provided a presentation on the status of financial impacts from Covid-19. He addressed the resolution and said this is something that will help manage the budget and an expected large
operating deficit and reducing the budget this year to minimize the impact to the greatest extent possible will be important. He said this is a continuation of furloughs and is not an abolishment of positions. Mr. Klein said in the previous round of furloughs many employees received an extra $600 from the federal stimulus and that is now ending. He said there are other things that could have been presented as an alternative and keeping people employed. He said to him it is more important to keep employees employed than to do a particular project, but there wasn’t an opportunity to have that discussion. At this time, he does not feel prepared to make this decision and will not support the resolution. Ms. Kelles appreciates the thoughtful presentation and said things are changing daily leaving much unknown. She said it is appalling that local governments and school districts are pitted against each other. It is true that very few people know exactly what counties do but most social services run through counties and serve the most who are in need and who are most impoverished in the community. She said having to choose between kids getting an education and assistance to those most impoverished in the
community is atrocious, particularly while simultaneously we have increased the number of billionaires in the State and a large increase in their net worth.
Mr. John said this action is truly unfortunate, but the Legislature has to protect the financial health of the County. Mr. Molino said the budget will be presented in about six weeks; he would always move towards using fund balance for one-time expenses. It will take a mix of a number of things to address the deficit; there is not a single solution. Ms. Robertson said the County has a responsibility to its employees as well as the taxpayers. With regard to fees, she said the County can only charge, a fee that is the cost of providing the service, it cannot profit from a fee. She noted that collectively, the County Administrator, working with departments have saved over $4.8 million in the 2020 budget, and this action is projected to save about
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another $1 million. Ms. Dawson said she expects this to last for three to five years and while $4.8 million is a significant amount of money it does not make a dent in the shortfall. Going forward she said the County will have to cut programs which will mean operating with fewer people. The Legislature has a responsibility to taxpayers to make the County as fiscally healthy as possible over the next few years. Ms. Koreman said these are extraordinary times that are calling for difficult decisions. She will support the resolution and hopes the provision for health insurance will help lessen the burden for the
impacted employees The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne expressed her appreciation to Mr. Molino for the work he has done.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 2]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna Kelles,
Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna,
Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Amanda Champion, Daniel Klein
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization designated the novel COVID-19 (Coronavirus), outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2020, United States Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the entire United States to aid the nation's healthcare community in responding to COVID-19, and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York, declared a Disaster Emergency in the State of New York to address the threat that COVID-19 poses to the health and welfare of its residents and visitors, and WHEREAS, a State of Emergency was declared in Tompkins County in response to the COVID-19 pandemic effective March 13, 2020, and WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued, and continues to issue Executive Orders
directing actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in New York State, and WHEREAS, the current COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent effects on the State of New York have resulted in an unprecedented economic impact to all businesses and public entities, including Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Budget forecasts the economic impacts to include a tax revenue shortfall of $13.3 billion in 2020 and the total impact on New York’s economy to be a total loss of $445 billion, and
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WHEREAS, the State aid provided to counties, local governments and all others that receive reimbursements, aid or grants from the State could see a significant mid-year reduction due to the economic slowdown and shortfall in State revenues, and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting sales tax receipts of all counties of New York, including Tompkins County, and sales tax receipts are the second largest revenue to the Tompkins County budget which is used to pay the County cost of services each year, and WHEREAS, although the federal government has provided trillions of dollars of aid to individuals, businesses and corporations, so far no support has been provided to local governments to replace the local revenue losses due to COVID-19, except for limited support for certain COVID-19 expenses and entities with more than 500,000 population, and WHEREAS, the County is taking various initial measures in response to the fiscal outlook,
including without limitation imposing a hiring freeze, spending freeze, and pausing or delaying various capital projects, and WHEREAS, on May 5, 2020, the County Administrator recommended the temporary furlough of County employees in a manner that ensures that the County continues to provide essential and non-essential services consistent with the Executive Orders issued by Governor Cuomo, and
WHEREAS, on May 5, 2020, the Tompkins County Legislature authorized and directed the County Administrator to carry out such furloughs for certain identified county employees, effective at the end of the workday on Friday, May 8, 2020, for a period not to exceed July 31, 2020, and that the County Administrator shall have the authority to return employees to work prior to July 31, 2020, if deemed appropriate, and WHEREAS, on June 30, 2020, the County Administrator provided the Tompkins County
Legislature with an overview of the 2020 County budget, including revenue and expenditure projections, and identified, based on the most recent information, that the County may face an operating deficit for fiscal year 2020 in which expenditures may exceed revenues between $5.6 million and $12.1 million, and
WHEREAS, the County Administrator is recommending approximately 17 of the temporary
furloughed County employees be continued beyond July 26, 2020, for the remainder of the 2020 year, and
WHEREAS, the County Administrator has recommended that furloughed employees have the
ability to continue their current group health insurance benefits by paying the normal monthly premiums
directly to the County, that existing employee accruals will be frozen for the period of furlough and be
available to furloughed employees upon recall or paid out upon permanent separation of service from the County, and that during the time of furlough any furloughed employee be provided an opportunity to
interview for any vacant position in the County should they meet the minimum qualifications of the
position and comply with all Civil Service Law rules and regulations, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the
Tompkins County Legislature hereby authorizes and directs the County Administrator to carry out such
furloughs for certain identified County employees, effective Monday, July 27, 2020, until December 31, 2020, and that the County Administrator shall have the authority to return employees to work, if deemed
appropriate.
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
July 7, 2020
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
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Public Hearing
Proposed Local Law of 2020 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2020 - A Local Law Overriding the Tax Levy Limit for 2021 and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:31 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the regular meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Human Rights Commission Statement (ID #9479)
Ms. Black thanked Human Rights Commissioners who have been working together for the last
year and a half and said they have come together with passion, education, and tons of research. They have reached out to many in the community and County departments and have had hard conversations in drafting a document that she thinks will be very helpful moving forward.
Ms. Soyinka-Airwele thanked the Legislature for allowing the Commission an opportunity to speak this evening and for Ms. Black's support for the Commission through the process and working towards common goals. She highlighted some things in the Statement that they believe the Legislature will find useful. She said it was primarily written to help develop an actionable agenda as they work in solidarity with residents, agencies, the community and the Legislature in working together to ensure that all people of all color are free from all forms of racism. She thinks it will be useful in thinking of the three sections. The Preamble addresses the things that drive the writing of the document; Section 1
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contains multi-year direct actions that will be taken by the Human Rights Commission towards working toward the having the kind of community where the kind of violence that has led to protests across the country can stop and be prevented. They hope through subcommittees to produce information that will be useful to community members, agencies, and the Legislature. The final section includes recommendations that they hope can be taken locally and endorsed and actively promoted by the Legislature, law enforcement agencies, and other agencies within the community. Recommendations are aimed at ending racist profiling, inequities, and violence in law enforcement, and to promote accountability and transparency.
Ms. Soyinka-Airwele said experiences of black people with police violence doesn’t always start with direct contact with the police; it often starts within institutions within our community. Because of this they decided to focus on the pipeline that creates the arena for discrimination and violent encounters,
and in order to promote trust within the system they are recommending increased transparency and community oversight. She said more resources are needed for legal support for those in vulnerable positions and from marginalized communities and noted people in vulnerable situations and who lack
resources really suffer especially during times like Covid-19. Another recommendation contained in the report is oversight of the disciplinary structure within schools in order to prevent racist profiling that have often victimized students from black and disadvantaged backgrounds. The same commitment is recommended to alternatives-to-incarceration programming while creating methods for a safe community. Lastly, they are urging the Legislature, law enforcement, and other public agencies to regularly assess and report any progress or particular steps being taken at an annual meeting to be hosted by the Commission. Ms. Bergrin said the Statement is broadly focused and the Commission wants to contribute to the conversation. Tompkins County is not experiencing situations that other communities are and although progress has been made there is more work that can be done. The Commission also wants to acknowledge that we are not breaking new ground in the sense that there are other groups in the
community that have been working on this. She reported on a meeting that took place between the Sheriff and a representative of the Ithaca Police Department and described it as an opportunity to share the Commission's perspective and also to hear from them. Ms. Bergrin said it was interesting to write the Statement at a time when significant changes were taking place at the State level and hopes there will be support in making efforts associated with those changes as legitimate and robust as possible.
Ms. Yarrow reported on the meeting that was held with Sheriff Osborne, Undersheriff Olin, Department of Social Services Commissioner Kit Kephart, and Officer John Joly of the Ithaca Police Department in which they all indicated support of the Statement. Various members of the Commission asked questions about hirings in law enforcement and questions about making the community connection and moving forward the effort with the Mayor, Sheriff, police agencies, and the community, in looking at enforcement in the County. She said they saw this meeting as the beginning and the Commission felt support expressed by those present of the Commission’s Statement. Mr. Lane expressed his gratitude to the Commission for their hard work and said the Statement represents a great first step.
Ms. Koreman agreed and thanked the Commission for meeting with law enforcement and the DSS Commissioner. She asked how this will interface with the work that is going on with other law enforcement initiatives. Mr. Molino said this compliments it and helps with evaluating work of police reform and the Governor's Executive Order. Ms. Koreman said as Chair of the Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee, she printed this document so she can become very familiar with the recommendations and pledges the assistance of that Committee in moving this forward.
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Ms. Kelles also thanked the Commission for its hard work and said one of the most important pieces is breaking down the barriers, creating trust and transparency, having the hard conversations. and to bring law enforcement to the table is exceptionally important. She is very excited to see what is created and appreciates the thoroughness of the document. Ms. Bergrin said the Governor has issued an Executive Order that orders law enforcement to work with communities and hopes that having that leverage from the top will help open up opportunities and provide incentives for making change that may not have been there in the past.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne echoed the sentiments expressed by Legislators and said as a former member of the Human Rights Commission she enjoyed the work and doing public education around anti-discrimination and human rights protections and spreading good work around the County in general. She
spoke of the spirit of cooperation and making meaningful change and said Tompkins County has always been a leader and having the Human Rights Commission do this is very commendable. On behalf of the Legislature she said this is a good working relationship and all are working toward the benefit and respect
of human rights for all citizens in the community. She is pleased with the composition of the Commission and recognized members for stepping up and taking leadership on this very important issue at a time when so much is at stake for people of color across the country. Dr. Clarke thanked the Commissioners for the work they did in preparing an excellent document. He spoke of the work that went into the document and said he looks forward in working with all partners and law enforcement and contributing to working to addressing issues between law enforcement and communities of color.
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Proclamation and Announcement(s)
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation to celebrate the dedication, courage, and struggle of all those women and men who fought to secure the right of women to vote. While we commemorate the
moment of ratification 100 years ago today and recognize that the 19th Amendment was a major milestone, we acknowledge that the struggle toward equality and full voting rights for all Americans remains an unfinished journey. Statements in support and in appreciation of the proclamation were made
by Catherine Wagner and Sally Grubb of the League of Women Voters, and Carol Kammen, County Historian.
Ms. Robertson thanked the League of Women Voters for their work and attendance at this meeting. She spoke of milestones that have been reached and how important elections are. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne also spoke of how important the right to vote is and is something she holds dearly. Mr. Molino requested an executive session will be held later in the meeting for the purpose of discussing contract negotiations with a specific corporation.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield Board Member, urged the Legislature to support funding to Cayuga Health System for Covid-19 surveillance asymptomatic testing. He noted what is being proposed
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is reimbursement of $7 for every $1 spent by the County.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Robert Lynch, Town of Enfield Board Member, said there is a lot going on at the Town. The Town Supervisor has asked departments to submit budgets that will hold the line on spending to the current year’s level as well as to present scenarios that includes cuts up to 20 percent. He said it will be a tough financial year for all. Ms. Kelles provided the following update from Ducson Nuygen, City of Ithaca Councilperson: o Hector Street bikelane and sidewalks are complete.
o The new Stewart Park playground was recently opened.
o At the City’s Planning and Development and Economic Committee meeting tomorrow there
will be a proposal considered to eliminate the City’s endorsement process in lieu of implied endorsement for any projects built in the City’s density district (downtown and west end). They will also be voting on a proposal for Court and Buffalo Streets to be converted to one-
way to improve West End traffic; this is a prerequisite for allowing Route 13 break in access for Carpenter Park. o Funding for the Black Diamond Trail trailhead (shelter, way finding, bike station) by New York State Parks; New York State would maintain but the City must approve.
o Wireless small cell (5G) design guidelines will be presented next week and will be circulated
to the public for comment and will come to the September City Administration Committee.
o The marker for Alex Haley’s birthplace is up at 212 Cascadilla Street and was delivered on
George McGonigal’s pickup truck.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Koreman referenced the comments made by the League of Women Voters earlier and said the statistics this year on what women earn compared to men compares 80 to 81 percent; for women of
color it is only $.61 compared to their while male counterpart. She said it is hard to find the right words to describe when women were finally given the right to vote as it should never have been like that. As stated earlier, there is still a lot to be done with regard to women’s rights. Ms. Black said as Legislators we continue to receive communications from members of the public regarding the reopening of higher education institutions. She thanked the public for sending e-mail and trusting the Legislature with the information. She reassured the public that much of the information being received is being referred to the Public Health Director who is looking into the concerns that are being communicated. We will as a Legislature, try to keep the public as informed as much as possible. Legislators share many of the concerns and want to make sure everyone is safe. Mr. John said he attended a meeting last week of the Governance Committee of the Tompkins Center for History and Culture. They spoke about how they are trying to move forward their missions and how they are working to be open to the public. He said although there are restrictions, the Center is
open to the public. We have an unlimited buffet of high-quality arts organizations programming; although it is harder and may be in different forms now, it still exists, and he encouraged everyone to take advantage of it.
Ms. Kelles said Legislators have received a lot of communications from constituents and offered assurance that they are important and being paid attention to. All Covid-19 cases, as long as they are a
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resident of the County, will be included in the total number posted on the County’s website including those who are identified through the internal Cornell system. There has been a lot of feedback about the move in of students who were given an exemption due to their home environment not being conducive for productive and healthy study endeavors. Those 400 students coming in this week and the next surge of 1,000 students will be arriving this weekend. Of the students who have already come in there are students who from high risk states who will be quarantined in their room. There are also international students from countries that are not required to be quarantined so it is important to gather and share information. Cornell continues to hold town hall meetings and she encouraged everyone to share questions.
Mr. Lane said this past weekend was the 75th anniversary of the surrender of Japan that finally ended World War II. He stated we are losing veterans at a rapid rate. We have lost a lot of lives to the
Coronavirus of which many he believes were veterans. Mr. Lane read from an article published in the Cortland Standard about this anniversary and recognized the lives that were lost.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne highlighted the installation of the bright and historic marker at the home
of Alex Haley in the City of Ithaca. She extended congratulations and applauded Carol Kammen for
receiving the Lehman Award for Distinguished Services in New York History. She announced under the
sponsorship of a number of community agencies and spearheaded by the Greater Ithaca Activities Center
and the Mural Project of the City of Ithaca, a Black Lives Matter mural will be painted on Martin Luther
King, Jr., Street on the evening of August 22nd. She invited the entire community to come out and help paint. The design is by a local artist, Jay Stokes. She said higher education students are returning and we
continue to push for transparency in reporting testing numbers and for those institutions to continue to let
the County know the protocols around quarantine as well as reporting of students who are not following
the guidance. She spoke of the importance of balance and getting people back to school safely and
commented that although Ithaca College will be starting out by remote learning there are still students in
the community. All three institutions of higher learning are currently holding town halls to engage the
public and share information in the spirit of transparency.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
July Sales Tax Report (ID#9513) Mr. Snyder shared a report on sales tax receipts for July and stated the report was improved over June. He said sales tax receipts came in at -13.9%. Year-to-date receipts are down $18.5 million,
compared to $21.8 million in 2019. To date, receipts were down $3,279,181 year over year (15.05% decrease). He provided a detailed report showing categories on where sales are generated, calling attention to the 138% increase in internet sales, bringing it to the top position.
Mr. Snyder said he has not received any information concerning second quarter casino revenues and at this time he is not expecting there to be any.
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Ms. Kelles asked for a description of 498 (other) category; Mr. Snyder will provide information by e-mail. Ms. Black asked that Legislators receive an updated arrears report of Room Occupancy Tax. Mr. Snyder said the most concerning of this information is the tremendous drop in sales from clothing stores and other local stores. Bricks and mortar stores and restaurants are hurting the most. Mr. Snyder reported the Foreclosure auction that was scheduled for August 10th was not held. It has been rescheduled to October 26th. Property owners with properties scheduled for auction have been notified they have longer to redeem properties There are only eight properties left for auction which is
down from the original number of 31. He reported on Mortgage Recording Tax revenue and said in 2019 it was $558,000 and this year for the same period it is $526,000.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9447)
Public Information Advisory Board RaKim "RahK" Lash - term expires December 31, 2022
Patricia Fernandez de Castro - term expires December 31, 2022 Board of Health Michael Ravinder Kingra, City of Ithaca representative - term expires December 31, 2025
Resolution No. 2020-133: Grant Acceptance - Family First Corona Virus Response Act and Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act - Office for the Aging (ID #9458)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-12, grant acceptance of funding not currently budgeted must receive legislative authorization, and WHEREAS, New York State’s Major Disaster Declaration hereafter known as MDD was approved by the Federal Government on March 20, 2020, as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and
WHEREAS, as a result of the pandemic the Federal Government has seen fit to fund monies to various agencies as a coordinated response to this current crisis, and
WHEREAS, as one of said agencies the New York State Office for the Aging has been authorized by the Federal Government to distribute these monies to local Area Agencies on Aging, and WHEREAS, the funding is being distributed under both the Family First Coronavirus Response
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Act hereafter known as FFRCA and the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act hereafter known as CARES Act, and WHEREAS, the FRRCA and CARES Act funding is coming from five (5) distinct funding streams as follows and equals a sum of $224,249: Funding Source Amount FFRCA HDC2 $43,062 CARES ACT SSC3 38,839 CARES ACT HDC3 93,614
CARES ACT FCC3 21,055 CARES ACT ADRC 27,679 , and
WHEREAS, this funding can be used to cover expenses of services and administration as defined under the Older Americans Act, and
WHEREAS, the period that the funding may be utilized is January 20, 2020, through September 30, 2021, or within ninety days after the end of the MDD, whichever comes first, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the County hereby accepts this grant of $224,249, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments on his books: REVENUE A6769.44772 Federal Revenue $224,249
APPROPRIATION A6769.51000559 Aging Services Specialist $2,603 A6769-51000517 Outreach Worker 5,997
A6769-51000547 Ombudsman and Outreach Specialist 1,662 A6769-51000215 Director-Office for the Aging 1,055
A6769-52206 Computer Equipment 11,256 A6769-54400 Program Expense 36,345 A6769-54303 Office Supplies 2,915 A6769-54491 Subcontractors 157,000 A6769-58800 Fringe Expenses 5,416 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-134: Establishing County Equalization Rates (ID #9465)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article III, Section 4.05, Subdivision (d) of the Tompkins County Charter and Code, the Director of Assessment has submitted and recommended the adoption of equalization rates for all towns in Tompkins County and the City of Ithaca for the assessment rolls filed in
2020, and for the apportionment of County taxes levied in 2021, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the following equalization rates be and hereby are adopted:
AGGREGATE
ASSESSED
AGGREGATE
FULL
VALUATION OF
TAXABLE
COUNTY VALUATION OF
TAXABLE
REAL PROPERTY
FOR
EQUALIZATION REAL PROPERTY
FOR
MUNICIPALITY COUNTY PURPOSES RATE COUNTY
PURPOSES
Town of Caroline 256,103,601 100 256,103,601
Town of Danby 321,284,458 100 321,284,458 Town of Dryden 1,112,629,890 100 1,112,629,890
Town of Enfield 210,675,676 100 210,675,676
Town of Groton 314,769,751 100 314,769,751
Town of Ithaca 1,664,759,751 100 1,664,759,751
Town of Lansing 1,459,857,733 100 1,459,857,733
Town of Newfield 320,164,253 100 320,164,253
Town of Ulysses 552,176,430 100 552,176,430 City of Ithaca 2,227,201,849 100 2,227,201,849 TOTALS 8,439,623,392 8,439,623,392
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Resolution No. 2020-135: Adoption of Regular and Supplemental Reports of Footings (Totals) and Assessment Rolls (ID #9464)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County desires to maintain an official record of the 2020 Final Assessment Roll, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the regular
and supplemental report of the totals (footings) of assessment rolls be accepted and the figures therein be used as a basis for the taxation in the several tax districts of the County for the year 2021 based upon the July 1, 2020, County of Tompkins Final Assessment Roll. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-136: Authorizing Multi-Year Aquifer Study Agreement for the Lower Fall Creek Aquifer in Town of Dryden (ID #9454)
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 98 of 2004 authorized the County to negotiate multi-year aquifer study agreements; established that the County’s contribution to such aquifer studies will not exceed thirty-five percent of the total project cost; and established that such agreements will not exceed five years in duration, and
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WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature, in 2003, approved a 20-year capital funding program to complete detailed aquifer studies throughout the County, and WHEREAS, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) is prepared to undertake and partially fund a study of the Lower Fall Creek Aquifer in the Town of Dryden, and WHEREAS, the Town of Dryden Town Board has expressed support for said Aquifer Study by including funding in their budget, and
WHEREAS, the cost of said Aquifer Study will be $229,300, to be shared among the three entities as shown:
Tompkins County $80,300 35% Town of Dryden $72,000 31% USGS $77,000 34%
, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy and Environmental Quality Committee, That the County is authorized to enter into a multi-year contract with USGS to complete a detailed aquifer study for the Lower Fall Creek Aquifer in the Town of Dryden, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute said contract in accordance with the requirements established in Resolution No. 98 of 2004. SEQR ACTION: TYPE: II-24
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Resolution No. 2020-137: Budget Adjustment for Federal Emergency Management Agency Grant to Update the Tompkins County Hazard Mitigation Plan (ID #9449)
WHEREAS, the County was awarded Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), administered through the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), in the amount of $93,750 to update the Tompkins
County Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and WHEREAS, the Multi-Jurisdictional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan, approved in 2014, must be
updated every five years so that a municipality is eligible for FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) funding, and WHEREAS, the County Legislature accepted those grant funds on April 2, 2019, in Resolution No. 2019-71, and WHEREAS, the final grant agreement with DHSES was in August 2019, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following adjustments to the 2020 Budget:
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Revenues A8020.44959 Federal Aid $ 93,750 TOTAL $ 93,750 Expenditures A8020.54400 Program Expense $ 13,000 A8020.54442 Professional Services $ 80,750 TOTAL $ 93,750 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-27
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Resolution No. 2020-138: Designation of Tourism Promotion Agency for State (ID #9433)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability in its administrative function for tourism matters is qualified to recommend the appropriate agency for official Tourism Promotion Agency (TPA) designation, and
WHEREAS, the State of New York has made available to its counties Tourism Matching Grants for the promotion of tourism, and WHEREAS, the New York State Tourist Promotion Act requires the legislature of each county to designate a Tourism Promotion Agency as the applicant for and the recipient of such funds, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has a contract with the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce for the period of January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2023, to provide destination marketing services for Tompkins County through the Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau, and
WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board has reviewed the matter with appropriate agency representatives, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has historically been a major attractor of visitors to the Finger Lakes region of New York State and experiences significant economic benefit from tourism as a result, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce and its Ithaca/Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau (ITCCVB) is designated as the official Tourism Promotion Agency for Tompkins County for the period of January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021, RESOLVED, further, That the President & CEO or the Vice President, Tourism & Community Relations of the Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce, report to the appropriate Legislative Committee if change occurs in state tourism funding requirements. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
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It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote, to add the resolution entitled Encouraging the Federal Government to Support the United States Postal Service (ID# 9515). MOTION CARRIED. A resolution was withdrawn later in the meeting.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:32 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:45 p.m.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided an updated presentation on Covid-19 and Executive Orders by the
Governor. There have been 34 new cases of the Coronavirus in Tompkins County since the last Legislature meeting and 230 have recovered. He specifically mentioned Executive Order number 55 that extended most of the prior orders that included masks and remote meetings. The County received
funding in July from the New York State Health Department to add contact tracers. This is only to add contact tracers, it cannot offset existing costs. At the beginning of the month the testing transitioned to appointment only for certain testing as well as a $99 fee for service. This fee applies to individuals who
do not fall within certain categories; the existing criteria was kept intact. Mr. Kruppa provided a report on Cayuga Health System statistics and introduced a new website they have created in an effort to clearly report data. He reported on social gathering enforcement and said the Sheriff's Department has established a call-in number of 273-8000. There were a couple of reports over the weekend that were not student related; they are trying to figure out the best format to report that information. Ms. Kelles reported on statistics communicated by Cornell University and said the Provost has stated that out of the 4% of students who have returned to Campus, approximately .6% of students from non-quarantined states have tested positive for Covid-19 compared to 1% of students from quarantined
states. Everyone who has arrived on campus has now been tested. Mr. Granison stated that Cornell reported that of the 7,000 tests that were administered only seven students tested positive. In addition, Cornell's dashboard will be going up on August 24th.
Mr. Molino said interviews for the Chief Equity and Diversity Officer have concluded and a decision will be made next week. He said it was a good process that involved staff and several
community members. He reported he received information on the recalculated Tax Cap. The projected Tax Cap was 3.79% a few months ago. It is now .73% and as a result the Legislature will likely have to entertain a resolution due to the potential to exceed the Tax Cap. More information will be presented at the Expanded Budget and Capital Committee meeting tomorrow.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met on August 5th. Prior to that the Chamber of Commerce sponsored a roundtable discussion on August 3rd. She thanked the Chamber for sponsoring the roundtable, which included Jennifer Tavares of the Chamber, Kathy Schlather of the Human Services Coalition, Jeffrey Matteson from BOCES, and Deb Mohlenhoff representing TC3. The panelists spoke about the need for another Federal Covid-19 relief bill, including aid to state and local governments. That
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bill has not moved forward. She said the Committee was informed that there is a real recognition that childcare is a priority and how important it is to the economy and the recovery. In addition to talking financial implications of Covid-19 the Committee discussed the Census and it was suggested that the County push back on the deadline being moved up; this will be included on the Committee’s next meeting agenda. Ms. Robertson said Allison Hunt from Congressman Tom Reed’s office participated in the meeting and said aid to local governments is one of his top priorities. Ms. Robertson said it has only recently come to light the degree of antipathy the President has towards the U.S. Postal Service and how
much of a roadblock that has been to coming to any negotiated agreement. She is appreciative of Ms. Kelles for drafting the resolution supporting the Postal Service that will be presented later in the meeting.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting and will meet next on August 27th. She said one of the biggest issues we are facing is the high unemployment rate
and the Committee has been focusing on economic recovery and workforce development. Natalie Branosky will be attending the next meeting and will give the Committee an update on unemployment and work that is being done to address that. Also, Kurt Anderson who has been doing an economic analysis for TCAD will be giving an update, and Jen Gregory of Southern Tier 8 will attend to make a presentation and to answer questions on people coming back from the prison and jail system and what is being done locally. Ms. Kelles said the Room Occupancy Tax is 5%; a proposal will be discussed by Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) at its meeting tomorrow to increase any short-term lodging under ten units from 3% to 5%. She said it has been observed that there is an increase in AirBnB stays as compared to hotels. Tompkins County is the only county in the State that has the split; there are others that have a 3% but it is because of geographic differences and not a distinction in the type of lodging. Any proposal that comes out of the STPB will come before the Legislature.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee met on August 3rd. At that meeting there was a discussion of the shortening of the period during which Census workers have to follow-up on people who have not responded to the Census questionnaire online. He said as a result of the funding that was
approved there are now ads on TCAT busses and advertising has been taking place on social media and other places. He provided an update on the funding the County was supposed to get from the State and said it likely will not happen. He said the Census is trying to figure out how to get a better count of
students and Cornell and Ithaca College has been asked for addresses to the extent they are able.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. A meeting may be scheduled for September 10th.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. At the next meeting on August 18th the Committee will hear a report on the Sheriff’s patrols, Covid-19 compliance, and the County’s response to the Governor’s Executive Order on police reform and directive
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to develop a plan by April 2021. He said this is a topic that deserves a lot of public engagement all through the process. He believes this could be because the courts have reopened and there have been a large number of cases moving through but also has concerns that it could be related to impacts of the pandemic as well as there being a politically charged atmosphere. The Committee will discuss this at the meeting this week.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, reported the Committee met yesterday and heard from the Human Rights Commission on the Statement presented earlier in this meeting. The Committee also approved the resolution for the Families First Coronavirus Response Act and recommended an appointment to the
Board of Health. The next meeting will be September 21st.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next
meeting will be August 20th.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, reported the Committee met on August 6th and had a good discussion with
Mr. Wood and Mr. John about the Code of Ethics. There are changes that will likely be presented to the Committee at an upcoming meeting. The Committee continues its review of the Rules of the Legislature and will be bringing a resolution to approve the Rules I thru III to the next meeting. They will begin a review following that of Rule IV. The next meeting will be September 3rd.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, reported the Committee met on August 24th and business conducted at that meeting is reflected in resolutions on the agenda. She called attention to the resolution that she said was represented as being time-sensitive and based on facts asserted in a document filed with the Public Service Commission by several grassroots environmental groups and signed by three local individuals. Following action by the Committee there appeared to be some disagreement about the accuracy of information contained in the document; therefore, she said she will not support the resolution; there were no Committee members who wished to present the resolution. The next meeting will be held on August 24th. She has extended an offer to departments and
agencies on their work throughout the last several months and from the Department of Materials Management on single use plastic.
Ms. Dawson was granted permission to withdraw from the agenda the resolution entitled Resolution on the Utilities’ Joint Proposal (PSC Case 19-E-0378) Urging the Public Service Commission to Reduce the Proposed Electric Rates, Fixed Charges, and Return on Equity, and to Deny NYSEG’s
Request to Begin its Advanced Metering Infrastructure at this Time (ID #9463).
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, reported the Committee met on July 22nd and continued discussion of the Ithaca Asian American Association issues that were brought forward. A task force was formed to address this; Mr. Granison will be serving as a member. A report was also given by the JEDI Team that is in the
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final stages of formation. They will provide another update at the next meeting. At the next meeting on August 26th the Committee will discuss the County’s organizational values and will have an update on the hiring of the Chief Equity and Diversity Officer.
Individual Member-Filed Resolutions
Resolution No. 2020-139: Resolution Encouraging the Federal Government to Support the United States Postal Service (ID #9515)
Ms. Kelles said the United States Postal Service cannot be evaluated like a business as it is a public good was never created to be a business. She offered a friendly amendment to add an additional Whereas that was accepted as friendly.
Ms. Black spoke of a communication she received from Beverly Livesay, a former County Legislator, who spoke of how important this is to her and other senior citizens. Ms. Black thanked Ms.
Livesay for contacting her as well as current Legislators and others for helping to draft the resolution. She sees this as a bipartisan effort and the realization that the United States Postal Service is important to residents and something that deserves funding.
Following a series of suggestions, friendly amendments were accepted to the second Resolved to amend from: “RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature asks that the House prohibit the USPS from implementing ANY changes to their operations standards until January 1st or until the pandemic has ended,” to read: “RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature asks that the Federal government prohibit the USPS from implementing ANY changes to their operations standards until January 1, 2021, or until the pandemic has ended, and immediately reverse any changes made since the beginning of the pandemic,”. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in 1775 Benjamin Franklin was appointed the first Postmaster General, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has grown and changed with America, boldly embracing new technologies to better serve a growing population, and WHEREAS, the USPS is very important to rural America, including our rural county. For many the Post Office is the only communication system that is available to every American and gives them connection to one another and to businesses and people around the world, and
WHEREAS, according to USA Today USPS is the 5th largest employer in the United States and has approximately 399,000 employees, including 97,000 military veterans, and
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WHEREAS, the USPS is a public good and is not designed to create a profit but rather to ensure equity in access to communication, and WHEREAS, customers only pay a postage cost to use the service when needed. Unlike every other communication service, it does not require customers to pay a never-ending monthly charge for access (cf. telephone, internet. etc.), and WHEREAS, USPS has been saddled by Congress with a unique and financially crippling obligation to prefund its health care expenses far in advance of its need, and
WHEREAS, USPS has lost substantial revenues as a result of the decrease in use of first-class letters, as a result of the public’s use of e-mail for interpersonal and business communication, and
WHEREAS, over recent years, the USPS has made every effort to reduce services, hours, and close rural post offices in order to reduce expenses and has increased the price of stamps and shipping
packages in order to increase revenue, and WHEREAS, despite these efforts, the USPS has been unable to compensate for its increased expenses and decreased revenues, and WHEREAS, the pandemic continues to cripple the economy resulting in sharp declines in letter mail volume for the USPS. It currently projects that it will exhaust its cash on hand by the end of September if Congress and the White House fail to intervene, and WHEREAS, direction from Postmaster Louis DeJoy’s agency has been to reduce mail deliveries and overtime hours and has resulted in massive mail backlogs that have delayed critical communications
and packages, including prescription drugs, and WHEREAS, Rep. Tom Reed states “I believe the postal service needs to receive the necessary funding, and that it needs to be stabilized, and that it needs to be in a position to function, especially during the crisis”, and
WHEREAS, Rep. Tom Reed also states “At the end of the day, mail-in voting is a tool in the toolbox and if people so choose to exercise their voice at the ballot box through mail-in voting, that should be accommodated.”, and WHEREAS, mail-in voting would allow for safe and easy access to voting during a global pandemic, and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic has only increased our reliance on these critical services. Unfortunately, without additional resources, the long-term sustainability of USPS is in jeopardy, and WHEREAS, the USPS is critical to the November election, and necessary improvements should
be made to tailor to the 2020 Presidential election, now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Tompkins County Legislature stands with USPS and urges Congress to prioritize emergency funding for the USPS so that it can continue to provide essential services to the American public,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature asks that the Federal government
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prohibit the USPS from implementing ANY changes to their operations standards until January 1, 2021, or until the pandemic has ended, and immediately reverse any changes made since the beginning of the pandemic, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be sent to: Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congressman Tom Reed, Senator Charles Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Members of Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Members of the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Postal Service Board of Governors - Secretary Michael J. Elston. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
July 21, 2020
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Daniel Klein, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, reported the Committee met on August 10th and prior to this meeting. At the regular meeting there was discussion of the Expanded Budget Committee schedule that will begin on September 8th at 4:30 p.m. She said a special meeting will be scheduled on September 1st for the purpose
of acting on the Tompkins Cortland Community College Budget. A presentation on the College’s budget is being scheduled for August 26th.
Resolution No. 2020-140: Adoption of Local Law No. 1 of 2020 – A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021 (ID #9424)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [13 TO 1]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Glenn Morey
WHEREAS, according to New York State’s Property Tax Cap legislation, if a county government decides to adopt a county budget with a property tax levy that exceeds the level set by the
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State, the county government must pass a local law to override that cap, and WHEREAS, adopting said local law is not predictive of the final tax levy but will provide the Tompkins County Legislature flexibility to exceed the Property Tax Cap if it is deemed necessary, and to ensure that any State recalculation of the applicable limit will not make the County inadvertently out of compliance, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on August 18, 2020, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 1 of 2020, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Local Law No. 1 of 2020 - A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021 is hereby adopted pursuant to
subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law Section 3-c, which expressly authorizes the County Legislature to override the tax levy limit by the adoption of a local law approved by vote of sixty percent (60%) of the County Legislature,
RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature shall publish in the official newspaper of the County a notice of adoption containing a synopsis of said local law and shall within twenty days file one certified copy in the Office of the County Clerk, and one copy with the Secretary of State. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-141: Extension of Additional One-Percent Sales Tax for Three Years - Increasing Taxes on Sales and Uses of Tangible Personal Property and of Certain Services, and on Occupancy of Hotel Rooms and Amusement Charges Pursuant to Article 29 of the Tax Law of the State of New York in Order to Extend the Effective Date through November 30, 2023 (ID #9425)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
Be it enacted by the Tompkins County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, as follows: SECTION I. The first sentence of section two of Resolution No. 256A as enacted in nineteen hundred sixty-six, as amended, is amended to read as follows:
SECTION 2. Imposition of sales tax. On and after March first, nineteen hundred and sixty-seven, there is hereby imposed and there shall be paid a tax of three percent upon,
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and for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, there is hereby imposed and there shall be paid an additional tax of one percent upon: SECTION 2. Subdivision (f) of section three of Resolution No. 256A as enacted in nineteen hundred sixty-six, as amended, is amended to read as follows: (f) With respect to the additional tax of one percent imposed for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the provisions of subdivisions (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e)
of this section apply, except that for the purposes of this subdivision, all references in said subdivisions (a), (b), (c) and (d) to an effective date shall be read as referring to December 1, 1992, all references in said subdivision (a) to the date four months prior to the effective date shall be read as referring to August
1, 1992, and the reference in subdivision (b) to the date immediately preceding the effective date shall be read as referring to November 30, 1992. Nothing herein shall be deemed to exempt from tax at the rate in effect prior to December 1, 1992, any transaction which may not be subject to the additional tax imposed
effective on that date. SECTION 3. Section four of Resolution No. 256A as enacted in nineteen hundred sixty-six, as amended, is amended to read as follows: SECTION 4. Imposition of compensating use tax. (a) Except to the extent that property or services have already been or will be subject to the sales tax under this enactment, there is hereby imposed on every person a use tax for the use within this taxing jurisdiction on and after December 1, 1992, except as otherwise exempted under this enactment, (A) of any tangible personal property purchased at retail, (B) of any tangible personal property (other than computer software used by the author or other creator) manufactured, processed or assembled by the user, (i) if items of the same kind of tangible personal property are offered for sale by him in the regular course of business or (ii) if items are used as such or incorporated into a structure, building or real property, by a contractor, subcontractor or repairman in erecting structures or buildings, or building on, or otherwise
adding to, altering, improving, maintaining, servicing or repairing real property, property or land, as the terms real property, property or land are defined in the real property tax law, if items of the same kind are not offered for sale as such by such contractor, subcontractor or repairman or other user in the regular
course of business, (C) of any of the services described in paragraphs (1), (7) and (8) of subdivision (c) of section two, (D) of any tangible personal property, however acquired, where not acquired for purposes of resale, upon which any of the services described under paragraphs (2), (3) and (7) of subdivision (c) of section two have been performed, (E) of any telephone answering service described in subdivision (b) of section two and (F) of any computer software written or otherwise created by the user if the user offers software of a similar kind for sale as such or as a component part of other property in the regular course of business. (b) For purposes of clause (A) of subdivision (a) of this section, for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of four percent, and on and after December 1, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of three percent, of the consideration given or contracted to be given for such property, or for the use of such property, including any charges for shipping or delivery as described in paragraph three of subdivision (b) of section one, but excluding any credit for tangible personal property accepted in part payment and intended for resale.
(c) For purposes of subclause (i) of clause (B) of subdivision (a) of this section, for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the tax shall be at a rate of four percent,
and on and after December 1, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of three percent, of the price at which items
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of the same kind of tangible personal property are offered for sale by the user, and the mere storage, keeping, retention or withdrawal from storage of tangible personal property by the person who manufactured, processed or assembled such property shall not be deemed a taxable use by him. (d) For purposes of subclause (ii) of clause (B) of subdivision (a) of this section, for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of four percent, and on and after December 1, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of three percent, of the consideration given or contracted to be given for the tangible personal property manufactured, processed or assembled into the tangible personal property the use of which is subject to tax, including any charges
for shipping or delivery as described in paragraph three of subdivision (b) of section one. (e) Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this section, for purposes of clause (B) of
subdivision (a) of this section, there shall be no tax on any portion of such price which represents the value added by the user to tangible personal property which he fabricates and installs to the specifications of an addition or capital improvement to real property, property or land, as the terms real property,
property or land are defined in the real property tax law, over and above the prevailing normal purchase price prior to such fabrication of such tangible personal property which a manufacturer, producer or assembler would charge an unrelated contractor who similarly fabricated and installed such tangible personal property to the specifications of an addition or capital improvement to such real property, property or land. (f) For purposes of clauses (C), (D) and (E) of subdivision (a) of this section, for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of four percent, and on and after December 1, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of three percent, of the consideration given or contracted to be given for the service, including the consideration for any tangible personal property transferred in conjunction with the performance of the service and also including any
charges for shipping and delivery of the property so transferred and of the tangible personal property upon which the service was performed as such charges are described in paragraph three of subdivision (b) of section one. (g) For purposes of clause (F) of subdivision (a) of this section, for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of four percent, and on and
after December 1, 2023, the tax shall be at the rate of three percent, of the consideration given or contracted to be given for the tangible personal property which constitutes the blank medium, such as disks or tapes, used in conjunction with the software, or for the use of such property, and the mere storage, keeping, retention or withdrawal from storage of computer software described in such clause (F) by its author or other creator shall not be deemed a taxable use by such person. SECTION 4. Paragraph (B) of subdivision (1) of section 11 of Resolution No. 256A as enacted in nineteen hundred sixty-six, as amended, is amended to read as follows: (B) With respect to the additional tax of one percent imposed for the period commencing December 1, 1992, and ending November 30, 2023, in respect to the use of property used by the purchaser in this County prior to December 1, 1992. SECTION 5. This enactment shall take effect December 1, 2020. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-142: Authorization for Public Hearing - Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget – 2020-2021 (ID #9484)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Tompkins Cortland Community College is a joint enterprise of Tompkins County and Cortland County whose budgets must be acted on by each county, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held on September 1, 2020, at 5:30 o’clock in the evening thereof in the Legislature’s
Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, concerning the 2020-2024 operating budget request for Tompkins Cortland Community College. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature be and hereby is directed to place such notice of public hearing in the official newspaper of Tompkins County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-143: Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Authorize County Administrator to Execute Contract with Cayuga Health Systems for the Continuation of Community Surveillance Testing for Tompkins County Residents Related to COVID-19 (ID #9490)
Ms. Robertson provided an update on clarifications made by the Committee prior to this meeting that were accepted as friendly. Mr. Molino provided an overview as he did at the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting this afternoon. He explained since the first Covid-19 case Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) set up a drive-thru testing facility with reimbursement expected by insurance carriers and it has been a key component to being able to manage the disease. The County has worked with CMC to acquire the new testing machine that allows for results within 24 hours. In July they received a notification from health insurance carriers that they would only be reimbursing for tests that were of medical necessity and they may also go back on reimbursement to March for non-medically necessary tests. The State was brought in for conversations and recognized the value of the testing facility and ultimately said they would not fund the facility. From that point there was discussion of the County paying the local share (equal to 12.5% of the test). FEMA reimburses for 75%, the State for 12.5% and the local share is 12.5%. Mr.
Molino said he isn't confident of State reimbursement; therefore, expects the County to pay 25% of the cost if this resolution is approved.
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Over the last week the discussions ended at having a contract with Cayuga Health System (CHS) and pay the full cost of the test and then seek reimbursement from FEMA and the State. Mr. Molino said there are several reasons why it is complicated through CHS to seek reimbursement. We don't always get reimbursement for all staff; it is only when the position was committed solely for the response; we would be seeking reimbursement for the set cost. Mr. Molino said if we were to pay the local cost of the CHS share it would count against the revenue they would seek through reimbursement. FEMA funds are to be used for reimbursement and not generate funds. He said 750-1,500 tests per week is the estimated number of tests. The County's net local share should be the same, but we would be going about it a different way.
Mr. Molino said a suggestion was made that the County charge for each test. He clarified that comes out of FEMA reimbursement; it would reduce the cost of the test and that is what we would submit
for reimbursement. Mr. Molino spoke of the value and said if we can identify and isolate the asymptomatic cases it
would prevent communicable spread of the disease. The total estimated cost of $300,000 captures 15,000 tests over the period but does not include State reimbursement. A broad number of things, including cheaper costs could happen over the ten-week period. If the cost of providing the service decreases, we would be subject to that. He doesn't anticipate the cost going up because they are gaining in terms of economy of scale and efficiency in administering the test. He noted 17% of the positive cases were asymptomatic; therefore, he feels there is value. He said CMC will work with the County to ensure information is being tracked. Mr. Molino said this is valuable due to the fast turn-around time in test results; in other places they are waiting a week. This makes a huge impact in being able to monitor the disease. Mr. Kruppa spoke in strong support of this resolution and stated isolation and quarantine and
disease management is foundational and the only way to do that successfully is to know who is positive. Ms. Black said she was initially apprehensive about this decision due to the financial constraints the County is faced with. However, she spoke of the low infection rate and how testing has benefited the community. She said we have been able to flatten the curve as leaders across the State and country. She said charging for a test isn’t worth the cost of administrative work.
Mr. Molino responded to questions from Mr. Klein relating to charging for the test. He said there are a few issues; one is that there is no revenue gained by charging to offset the cost because FEMA will only reimburse for the cost of the service less the revenue. The charge cannot be used towards the local share. Also, he said charging a fee creates a barrier and in this case we want people to get tested because it helps manage the disease. Asking for a donation becomes complicated as does anything being asked for at the point of service. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke of the number of people who are suffering in disproportionate numbers and does not want to put any barriers in place that would prevent anyone from being tested. Ms. Robertson spoke in support of this from a public health standpoint and importance of
containing the disease. She said it is the right thing to do and wants to remove as many barriers as possible to having people tested. Following questions related testing, timelines, and criteria, Mr. Kruppa said CHS started testing initially with symptomatic individuals at the beginning. At every point where the Governor increased the criteria for available testing beyond symptomatic as well as essential workers from that point all the way
up through protestors, CHS expanded its criteria to include those individuals as asymptomatic testing. If
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there was testing happening in another community ahead of that timeline they were doing it ahead of the Governor’s criteria. Mr. Kruppa noted that every time the Governor’s criteria changed CHS changed their criteria to match. Further, he said part of what drove insurance companies to change was that CMS (Centers for Medicaid Services) made a determination about medical necessity that shifted them. Mr. Molino said they will track weekly activity and will report out on that information. That will mold the conversation of next steps after the ten-week period. Mr. John said this makes sense particularly with the return of students to the community; Ms.
Kelles agreed. Ms. Dawson said she doesn’t think the County can choose to not do this. In good conscience the County cannot deny anyone to surveillance testing; this will mean, however, that something else in the budget will not be funded.
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Black, to enter into executive session at 9:52 p.m. to discuss the financial history of a particular corporation. A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes
- 11, Noes - 3 (Legislators Champion, Dawson, and Kelles). MOTION CARRIED. The meeting returned to open session at 10:21 p.m. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, on January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization designated the novel COVID-19 (Coronavirus), outbreak as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and WHEREAS, on January 31, 2020, United States Health and Human Services Secretary Alex M. Azar II declared a public health emergency for the entire United States to aid the nation's healthcare community in responding to COVID-19, and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York declared a Disaster Emergency in the State of New York to address the threat that COVID-19 poses to the health and welfare of its residents and visitors, and WHEREAS, a State of Emergency was declared in Tompkins County in response to the COVID-19 pandemic effective March 13, 2020, and WHEREAS, Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued, and continues to issue Executive Orders directing actions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in New York State, and WHEREAS, from the first reported COVID-19 case in Tompkins County, Cayuga Health Systems (CHS) has provided Tompkins County and other adjacent communities with easy, fast, and safe COVID testing, and today CHS has administered more than 67,000 tests in Tompkins County and the
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broader region, greatly contributing to the regions ability to meet criteria for the Phase-1 reopening, and WHEREAS, it is possible to control the spread of COVID-19 by limiting testing to symptomatic individuals, but science has demonstrated that there are many asymptomatic individuals that could transmit the diseases to others, and the early availability of surveillance testing has played a significant role in Tompkins County’s ability to keep disease prevalence low, and WHEREAS, according to CHS, as of July 1, when all New York residents were deemed eligible for testing per Governor Cuomo, all major health insurance carriers represented in Tompkins County
(Excellus, Aetna, MVP, and United) issued policies disallowing payment for more than 40% of COVID testing with retroactive dates going back as far as the beginning of the COVID crisis, and
WHEREAS, due to the payment policy change by health insurance carriers the cost burden to CHS for community testing is such that they must restructure its testing to be limited to those situations where it is medically necessary, or part of a predetermined payment commitment, and
WHEREAS, medically necessary testing criteria, as defined by insurance providers, includes only those individuals that: 1) are symptomatic, 2) have been exposed to a known COVID positive patient, or 3) have an upcoming medical procedure, and WHEREAS, this change in policy by insurance companies further clarifies that other testing, such as for essential workers, protesters, travelers, etc., would not be reimbursed to CHS and that health insurance carriers are not required to reimburse testing costs related to New York State’s expansion of testing criteria, and WHEREAS, to date, no State or Federal funding has been provided to support community testing to CHS for testing efforts, and WHEREAS, Community surveillance testing has been identified by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) as a reimbursable expense for up to 75% of the cost to the County, and WHEREAS, Cayuga Health Systems is no longer able or willing to provide free community
surveillance testing to the community and the recommendation of the Public Health Director and County Administrator is for the County to enter into a contract with Cayuga Health Systems to provide community testing, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Administrator is authorized to execute an agreement with Cayuga Health System to provide free community surveillance testing for Tompkins County residents for a period not to exceed ten (10) weeks, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized to appropriate from the Contingent Fund a total of $300,000 to be transferred to the Public Health Department budget accounts as outlined below to pay for COVID-19 community surveillance testing expenses: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $300,000 TO: 4010.54442 Professional Service Fees $300,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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The meeting adjourned at 10:27 p.m.
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Public Hearing
Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget - 2020-2021
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning the Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget 2020-2021 and asked if anyone wished to speak. No one wished to speak and the hearing was closed at 5:31 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of the Allegiance to the flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Excused
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Ms. Koreman and Dr. Clarke, Human Rights Director, read a proclamation: Paying Tribute to the Life and Legacy of Kirby Edmonds, a Tireless Worker for Civil and Human Rights, Conflict Resolution,
Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Justice in Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Beyond. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked for a moment of silence in memory of Kirby Edmonds.
Privilege of the Floor from the Public
There was no public present that wished to speak and there were no public comments received.
Report from a Municipal Official(s)
Mr. McGonigal, City Council member echoed the sentiments within the proclamation remembering Mr. Edmonds.
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Mr. McGonigal provided an update on the Tompkins County Council of Governments. He stated an important pamphlet has been produced regarding water resources in Cayuga Lake and boat cleaning, which is crucial in stopping the spread of the harmful algae. This pamphlet is ready for printing. In regard to the City of Ithaca, Mr. McGonigal stated that over 60 of the 80 individuals who were furloughed are back to work with the remaining 20 hoping to be back to work soon. A vote on 5G is expected to happen soon. Guidelines regarding this were brought to the City that they want to make more stringent. Mr. McGonigal stated that the New York State Department of Transportation (NYS DOT) would
like to make major changes on traffic patterns in the West End of the City of Ithaca. This was initiated by the DOT because of their concern over traffic impacts. Ms. Champion asked about the West End traffic change and wanted to know if this is something that is going to happen no matter what or if the
developers are really taking public comment. Mr. McGonigal stated that they are taking public comments and it is not considered a done deal. Ms. Koreman stated that she has had several constituents express concern over emergency vehicles being able to access the West End. Mr. McGonigal stated that he has
gotten a lot of the same concerns from constituents in his district as well. Mr. McGonigal asked two questions to the Legislature. The first question was regarding room tax from hotel income. He was wondering if this has improved in the last month or two. Mr. McGonigal then asked about trash trucks and if there is anything being done to cut down on the traffic from them. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne addressed the question regarding the trash trucks and said the Legislature did not pass a resolution regarding the issue. Mr. Molino stated that the room tax situation has not gotten any better. He didn’t have numbers in front of him but assumptions that were previously made are not being realized. There will be revisions to the room tax numbers that will be brought to Housing and Economic Development Committee in the next month or so. He will provide Mr. McGonigal information on this as it is received.
Mr. John asked if there are there any next steps coming out of the discussion regarding the golf course. Mr. McGonigal stated that one option is to have a private entity run the golf course or the clubhouse and try to increase the revenue. There have been discussions with City Harbor about building a new clubhouse that would also serve as a boaters’ store and clubhouse. There are several other ideas about how revenue could be increased. Mr. McGonigal does not believe the golf course is in jeopardy.
Ms. Robertson asked if there is a place on the City website where the proposal for the traffic changes could be found. Mr. McGonigal stated that he will find out. Mr. Granison asked for an update regarding the conference center. Mr. McGonigal stated that it is moving ahead, though there is concern over the room tax. Mr. Howe, Town of Ithaca Supervisor, said the Town would like to thank the County for their leadership during these extraordinary times. Mr. Howe provided a few updates and said they are currently working on their budget for 2021. Within their budget, they have set aside $50,000 for community housing fund.
Mr. Howe chairs the TCCOG Energy Committee, which has recently discussed community choice energy options. The Town of Ithaca is working on a Green New Deal action plan. This is a plan that is being collaborated with the City of Ithaca. He also announced the Town of Ithaca will be celebrating their Bicentennial next year. Mr. Lane asked what the Town of Ithaca is doing to support the Tompkins County Public Library in the 2021
budget. Mr. Howe said the Town’s support will remain the same for next year as it is this year. Ms.
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Kelles asked if they had significant deficits with the 2021 budget that they had to work with. Mr. Howe said no and stated that the Town doesn’t rely on sales tax and doesn’t receive State Aid. Mr. Howe stated that the Town had good fund balances to work with and only had to lay off two school guards throughout the pandemic. Ms. Robertson thanked Mr. Howe for the work on the housing fund. She inquired what the Town of Ithaca’s tax cap level would be. Mr. Howe stated that he did not have this information available.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Robertson thanked Dr. Clarke and Ms. Koreman for the proclamation in remembrance of Mr.
Edmonds. She then stated that NYSAC is having a fall conference online with two sessions per day, over the course of 8 days. There are specific webinars and topics and she encouraged people to look at this. Ms. Robertson discussed the geothermal system project that will be taking place at the Ithaca Tompkins
International Airport. This project is part of the non-pipe projects approved by NYSEG. Mr. Granison thanked Dr. Clarke and Ms. Koreman as well and wished for justice to be done in
Wisconsin in regard to Jacob Blake, who took 7 shots in the back from police officers and is currently hospitalized.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke about Mr. Edmond’s life and legacy. She spoke about the work that he did and the way he helped the community. She thanked the Legislators and others present for their kind words about Mr. Edmonds. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked the members of the Human Rights Commission for their work and encouraged all to do our share in this struggle. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Consent Agenda
The consent agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Black
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9521)
Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium Board of Directors
Jason Molino - Alternate representative; no set term
Resolution No. 2020-144: Airport Rental Car and Marketing and Terminal Advertising Contract Extension - Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9488)
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WHEREAS, the current rental car companies, Avis/Budget and Hertz, as well as Communique' Design & Marketing of Ithaca, New York, the current vendor for the Airport Marketing and Terminal Advertising contract, agreements expire December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, due to the decline in passenger activity from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the proposals received would not be adequate, and WHEREAS, the Airport is requesting an extension of the current contract by a minimum of one year to December 31, 2021, but possibly a year and a half, to June 30, 2022, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator, or his designee, be and hereby is authorized to sign any necessary agreements for the
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Resolution No. 2020-145: Authorizing Agreement with C&S Companies for Rehabilitation of Taxiway Lighting (LED) Design - and Acceptance of Anticipated Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) – Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9523)
WHEREAS, the replacement of the taxiway lighting with new energy efficient LED fixtures will improve visibility and safety on the Airport, and WHEREAS, C&S Companies are proposing design and bidding services for said project at a total cost of $136,400.00, and
WHEREAS, the budget for the Rehabilitation of Taxiway Lighting (LED) Design contract project is as follows: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Share (100%) $136,400.00
, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the agreement with C&S Companies, for $136,400.00 be and hereby is approved, subject to anticipated FAA funding being received, RESOLVED, further, That the anticipated grant offer from the FAA not to exceed $140,000.00 (which covers this award as well as any additional agreements associated with this project) be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator is authorized to execute the required documents, and the Finance Director is authorized to advance payment for these services until reimbursement is received from the FAA. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Resolution No. 2020-146: Authorizing Award of Bid and Anticipated Receipt and Acceptance of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Grant for the Installation of Miscellaneous NAVAIDS/Wind Cones – Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ID #9522)
WHEREAS, the Finance Department has duly advertised for bids for installation of Miscellaneous Navigational Aids (NAVAIDS) - Supplemental Wind Cones for the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, and
WHEREAS, four (4) bids were duly received for the installation of the NAVAIDS/Supplemental Wind Cones as follows:
Baseline King Corporation $ 99,590.00 Suit-Kote Corporation $119,470.00 O'Connell Electric Co., Inc. $135,725.00
Kobo Utility $138,198.00 , and WHEREAS, Baseline King Corporation is the lowest responsible bidder, and will be awarded the bid for the installation of NAVAIDS/Supplemental Wind Cones for a total cost of $99,590.00, and WHEREAS, the budget for said installation of NAVAIDS/Supplemental Wind Cones is as follows: FAA (100%) $99,590.00 , and
WHEREAS, the Airport's engineering consultants, C&S Companies of Syracuse, NY, have reviewed all bids and found the lowest responsible bidders to be Baseline King Corporation, of Barneveld, New York, totaling $99,590.00, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the award
of bid goes to Baseline King Corporation, subject to anticipated FAA funding being received, RESOLVED, further, That the anticipated grant offer from the FAA not to exceed $150,290.00, (which covers this award as well as any design, administration, etc., agreements associated with this project) be and hereby is accepted and that the County Administrator is authorized to execute the required documents and the Finance Director is authorized to advance payment for these services until reimbursement is received from the FAA. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Resolution No. 2020-147: Authorization to Change the Name of Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ID #9474)
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport recently built a Federal Inspection Services (FIS) General Aviation Facility (GAF), to be operated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency, in conjunction with the Passenger Terminal Building Security Expansion project, and
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WHEREAS, by allowing international (General Aviation) flights to now operate at this facility, a change of the Airport’s name to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport is required, and WHEREAS, the name change to include International will portray the type of facility it is and the important role it plays in the community, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Airport’s name be changed to Ithaca Tompkins International Airport,
RESOLVED, further, That the Airport Director be and hereby is authorized to make the appropriate changes to implement the intent and purpose of this resolution. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-148: Acceptance of Census 2020 Complete Count Outreach Grant (ID #9532)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County, through its Department of County Administration, has agreed to be the pass through agency for funds awarded by the New York State Urban Development Corporation (Empire State Development) for the purpose of funding 2020 Census outreach and advertisement efforts within the Tompkins County community, and WHEREAS, the funds will be used by the Al-Huda Islamic Center, a local non-profit organization, and Tompkins County Administration to provide outreach events, informational handouts, and local advertising, and WHEREAS, grant funds have been awarded in the amount of $11,997.00, with an additional
$1,333.00 eligible for reimbursement, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County hereby accepts funds in the amount of $11,997.00 from the New York State Urban Development Corporation (Empire State Development),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee be authorized to execute any contracts related to this project. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Robertson, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote to add to the agenda the Resolution entitled Urging New York State to Establish an Active and Formal Role for Counties in Planning Efforts Related to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, and to Engage Local Governments Throughout Development of the Climate Action Council’s Scoping Plan. There were no resolutions withdrawn from the agenda.
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Budget Capital and Personnel Committee
Resolution No. 2020-149: Adoption of the 2020-2021 Operating Budget - Tompkins Cortland Community College (ID #9485)
Mr. Granison asked Mr. Talbot about enrollment numbers at the College. Mr. Talbot responded, stating there was an increase in enrollment and they are within 2% of the projected budget amount. Mr. Talbot stated that there will be a later start date for the second term, which will be a full 15-week term. This change would allow students to utilize financial aid for their schooling. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Talbot stated that this budget passed through Cortland County's
legislative process last week. Mr. Sigler was granted permission to abstain from voting for this resolution as the College is a
client of his and it would be a conflict of interest. Mr. Granison was also granted permission to abstain from voting for this resolution as he is an employee at Tompkins Cortland Community College and it is a conflict of interest.
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [10 TO 0]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Daniel Klein, Anne
Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn
Morey, Martha Robertson
ABSTAIN: Henry Granison, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
AWAY: Anna Kelles
WHEREAS, a proposed operating budget for Tompkins Cortland Community College for the fiscal year September 1, 2020, through August 31, 2021, has been presented to the Legislature of the County of Tompkins pursuant to County Law and Section 6306 of the Education Law, and WHEREAS, the Legislature has conducted a public hearing on said proposed budget on the 1st of
September 2020, and heard all persons wishing to speak on this topic, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That said
proposed 2020-2021 operating budget in the amount of $34,523,721 of which the total sponsoring community contribution is in the amount of $3,076,216, be and the same hereby is approved, this includes a 1.6% decrease in Tompkins County’s sponsorship share this year,
RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Legislature includes in the 2021 Tompkins County Budget said amount pursuant to the approved plan for said College in effect as of September 1, 2020, and that the amount be raised by taxation in the County of Tompkins in the fiscal year 2021, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall become effective upon the adoption of a concurrent resolution by the Cortland County Legislature.
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Report by County Administrator
Mr. Molino shared a presentation regarding Tompkins County’s response to COVID-19. Mr. Kruppa then discussed the new cases of COVID and stated that these are all a result of social gathering events at Cornell University wherein the individuals were not wearing masks or social distancing. He stressed the importance of the public continuing to wear masks and social distance. Mr. Kruppa discussed testing for COVID. He stated Cayuga Health Systems is testing Tompkins
County residents at no charge and non-county residents should follow guidelines on Cayuga Health System’s website to be tested.
Ms. Dawson stated that she had sent an e-mail from one of her constituents, asking if its possible to splice our data in a similar fashion that Onondaga County has done. Ms. Dawson stated that she feels people would be more comfortable in the community if they had this information. Mr. Kruppa stated that
Onondaga County has had significantly more cases than Tompkins County and therefore it is less likely that their data would breech any kind of confidentiality. Mr. Kruppa stated that most of our cases have come from close contact exposure. Mr. Granison asked about the law enforcement calls from this weekend. Ms. Hendrix shared the information, stating these were violations and education was done at the scene. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Kruppa stated that he is hopeful there won’t be more cases but stated that it is possible. Mr. Granison asked if there has been an uptick in mental health services due to the pandemic. Mr. Kruppa stated that yes, there is some increase in numbers, but they are still similar to pre-COVID numbers. Mr. Kruppa stated that the Mental Health Department is focusing on children and how best to serve them, as the Department typically has satellite offices in many area schools.
Ms Kelles agreed that the data from Onondaga County could be duplicated in some fashion for Tompkins County. She stated that there has been an uptick in domestic violence calls and is wondering
what conversations are happening at mental health regarding this. Mr. Kruppa stated that there are a lot of conversations happening amongst the mental health communities, not just in the County, and the Mental Health Department and communities are continuously trying to work through the stigma of
seeking mental health services. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Molino stated that he is unsure of how much reimbursement the County will receive from FEMA for the COVID-related expenses. The County will try to get as much reimbursement as possible. Mr. Lane discussed the upcoming flu season in relation to and in conjunction with COVID. He asked Mr. Kruppa what the Health Department may be doing to raise awareness for the continued need for flu vaccinations. Mr. Kruppa stated that the Department received a small increase in their vaccination efforts and they are currently looking into what they can do to get the information out to the public.
Mr. Molino stated that the budget start date is being pushed back to September 14. Tompkins County was the third worst on the list for the decrease in sales tax across the state. Mr. Molino stated that State Aid is unknown in regard to the 2021 budget but informed the Legislature that he is trying to keep as much of the capital plan in place as possible. He did state that there may be some delays in some of the
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projects. Mr. Molino will be presenting the budget layout during a webinar for NYSAC on September 15. Ms. Robertson asked if Mr. Molino had the information from the Health Consortium regarding premium increases for health insurance. Mr. Molino stated that he does not know what the numbers are yet but he is anticipating and working with a 5% increase.
Report by County Attorney
Mr. Wood stated that the Court proceedings are continuing via remote appearances and will likely be doing so for some time.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:37 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:50 p.m.
Report by County Finance Director
Mr. Snyder presented the 2019 Financial Report to the Legislature. A copy of this report was sent to each Legislator and it will be made available on the County’s meeting portal.
In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Snyder stated that he and Mr. Molino were working together to review the fund balance policy. It currently sits at 10% but this is low by State standard and an increase
would be good. This will be revisited when the budget is put together.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, provided an update and stated that there has been some progress in regard to the goals of the Committee. She discussed the house burden on renters going up and the house burden on homeowners having gone down. She also spoke of the need for universal broadband, especially in regard to the COVID pandemic. Ms. Kelles stated that the Committee met with STN (Southern Tier Network) regarding bringing broadband to more rural areas. Mr. Klein stated that the Town of Lansing and the Town of Danby have formed their own broadband committees. He stated that this puts the spotlight on the need for communication and coordination on this issue. He thanked Ms. Kelles for bringing a lot of information forward on this.
Resolution No. 2020-150: Scheduling a Public Hearing for Local Law No. b of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 4 of 1989, the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law - Amending the Exemptions in Section 150-12 of the Tompkins County Code (ID #9495)
Mr. Granison stated that he would be voting against this resolution, as there has been no communication with AirBnB owners regarding this matter.
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 1]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Rich John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein,
Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna,
Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Henry Granison
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has Local Law No. 4 of 1989, known as the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law, which includes in its exemptions "bed-and-breakfast inns shall be exempt from the tax in this article to the extent such tax exceeds 3%.", and WHEREAS, the Strategic Tourism Planning Board has reviewed this exemption and proposed a change to the local law, and WHEREAS, Tompkins County is considering the removal of the exemption for "bed-and-breakfast-inns", in response to changes in the local lodging market that have occurred since the current room tax law was first adopted in 1989, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That a
public hearing will be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in Legislature Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, concerning proposed Local Law No. b of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Local Law
No. 4 of 1989, the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law - Amending the Exemptions in Section 150-12 of the Tompkins County Code. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the County Legislature is authorized to place proper notice of this public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated that the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will be meeting on September 14, due to the Labor Day holiday. He stated that Tompkins County is behind the National average of those who have completed their Census information. He also believes that Tompkins County is also behind the State average. He thanked Mr. Recckio for his assistance in getting additional information out regarding completing the Census.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, stated that the Committee will not meet in September.
Public Safety Committee
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Mr. John, Chair, stated that the Committee met on August 20th. At that meeting, there was discussion with the Sheriff regarding the COVID-19 calls that have come through their Department recently. Mr. John stated that there has been an increase in domestic violence calls. The Advocacy Center and other local agencies are there and willing to help. The Committee also started a police reform discussion. The population in the jail remains steady at 41. Mr. Lane stated that he is concerned regarding the COVID-19 response that is placed on the Sheriff’s Department’s shoulders. Ithaca City Police are refusing to respond to those calls and the majority of the calls that have come in are from the City. Mr. Lane asked Mr. John what the Committee
was planning to do in response to their refusal to respond to this issue. Mr. John stated it would benefit the County if all police departments would work together in enforcing the COVID-19 response.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Dawson, Vice Chair, stated the Committee will be meeting on September 21st.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated that the Committee has met twice since the last Legislature meeting. The
Committee held their regular meeting on August 21st and had a special meeting before the Legislature meeting today. Mr. Lane discussed the Ludlowville bridge project and stated that this project should be completed before the Route 34B bridge has to be taken out, as the Ludlowville bridge is needed for the detour around that bridge. Mr. Lane read a letter from the Highway Director that was received by the Legislature, commending his employees for their work during the pandemic.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, stated that the Committee is meeting this Thursday at 1:45p.m. There will be discussion regarding the Rules of the Legislature.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, stated that the Committee has met twice since the last Legislature meeting. She discussed the ongoing HABs problem in the lake and commended the Soil and Water Conservation District for their hard work in improving their financial status. She discussed the NYSEG and the rate
case hearing that many from Tompkins County attended.
Resolution No. 2020-151: Resolution In Support of a "Green Amendment" to the New York State Constitution (ID #9528)
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna
Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-
Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
WHEREAS, the Green Amendment is a simple 15-word addition to the New York State Constitution: Each person shall have a right to clean air and water, and a healthful environment, and
WHEREAS, the right of New Yorkers to clean air, water, and a healthy environment is not given any protection in the State of New York’s Constitution, and WHEREAS, clean water, air, a stable climate and healthy environment are fundamental to sustaining healthy lives and a healthy economy, and
WHEREAS, New York State has a long history of environmental protection and leadership to protect New Yorker’s health and environment, and WHEREAS, adding these protections would make New York State the third state, after Pennsylvania and Montana, to have a Green Amendment as part of the State Constitution, and WHEREAS, while environmental laws are designed to manage pollution, clean up and remediate
contamination, and conserve natural resources, these laws do not support the notion that clean air, clean water, and a healthy environment are fundamental, inalienable rights, and
WHEREAS, there are still a multitude of issues threatening New York’s water, air, natural resources, such as climate change, emerging contaminants, such as PFAS and PFOA, in our drinking water supplies, poor to failing air quality, and disproportionate environmental impacts on environmental justice and frontline communities, and WHEREAS, hundreds of thousands of lead service lines are still buried underground and contaminating drinking water throughout the Southern Tier of New York, and WHEREAS, fracking waste is still being dangerously dumped in municipal landfills in the Southern Tier, releasing radioactive and toxic chemicals into our water supplies, and WHEREAS, Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in the Finger Lakes make swimming dangerous and threaten local economies dependent on tourism, and
WHEREAS, the biggest threats to Tompkins County’s environment are a loss of agricultural productivity, the relentless spread of invasive species of plants and animals, an increasing number of outbreaks of HABs in our waterways and lakes, and erratic swings in precipitation leading to years of
both drought and flooding, and WHEREAS, Assemblyman Steve Englebright and Senator David Carlucci sponsored Green
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Amendment Bills (A.2064/S2072) that passed the New York State Legislature in April 2019, which stated that: “proposing an amendment to article 1 of the constitution, in relation to the right to clean air and
water and a healthful environment”, and WHEREAS, to enact a Green Amendment in the New York State Constitution, the abovementioned bill must be passed by the New York State Legislature in 2021 and then be voted on as part of a statewide referendum, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature hereby supports the Green Amendment Bill (A.2064/S.2072) that passed the New York State Legislature in 2019, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature supports the second passage of the Green Amendment
Bill by the New York State Legislature in 2021 so that the voters may choose whether to add the right to a clean air, water and a healthful environment to the Bill of Rights of the New York State Constitution, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to New York State Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton; New York State Senators Thomas O’Mara, James Seward, and Pamela Helming; Governor Andrew Cuomo; New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Assemblyman Steve Englebright, and Senator David Carlucci. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-152: Urging New York State to Establish an Active and Formal Role for Counties in Planning Efforts Related to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, and to Engage Local Governments Throughout Development of the Climate Action Council’s Scoping Plan (ID #9542)
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna
Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-
Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
WHEREAS, over the years, New York State has taken pioneering steps to combat climate change, especially its recent passage of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA),
which set ambitious but necessary goals for reducing the state’s greenhouse gas emissions, and WHEREAS, the CLCPA is structured to engage all of New York State’s residents in
transforming the economy by decarbonizing the state’s energy sector, the built environment, waste
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management, transportation, agriculture, forestry, land use, and industry; preparing for “green” workforce needs; and investing in disadvantaged communities, and WHEREAS, to develop a Scoping Plan and implement the policies of the CLCPA, a Climate Action Council, six Advisory Panels, and two Working Groups have been appointed, totaling 127 members, and WHEREAS, of the 127 individuals appointed to the Council, the Advisory Panels, and Working Groups, none represent any of the 62 counties of the State of New York, and
WHEREAS, a transformation of the magnitude needed to meet our climate goals will require New Yorkers to embrace change in virtually every area of their lives, and
WHEREAS, counties are the level of government closest to the people, including our most vulnerable residents, to the land and the stewardship of its future, and to community values and priorities,
and WHEREAS, county involvement in the development of the Scoping Plan will maximize the chances that the people of New York will accept the transformations needed to meet the State’s goals, and WHEREAS, counties have a decades-long track record of effectively and efficiently implementing policies and programs designed by New York State and collaborating with and motivating public and private sector organizations to accomplish community goals, and can, therefore, bring deep knowledge and real-world experience to discussions about developing and implementing the Scoping Plan, and WHEREAS, counties will be absolutely essential partners in implementing the plan and, thus, their contributions to its development will allow for smoother and more successful implementation, and
WHEREAS, counties are proud to be the necessary “boots on the ground,” leading and supporting our constituents in the fight against climate change and supporting the State in meeting its ambitious climate goals, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature respectfully requests that the State establish an active
and formal role for counties in planning efforts related to the CLCPA and engage local governments throughout development and implementation of the Council’s Scoping Plan, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution be sent to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo; New York State Department of Environmental Conversation (NYSDEC) Commissioner and Climate Action Council Co-Chair Basil Seggos; New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Acting President and Climate Action Council Co-Chair Doreen Harris; Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins; Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie; Senate Local Government Committee Chair James Gaughran; Assembly Local Government Committee Chair Fred Thiele; Senate Environmental Conservation Committee Chair Todd Kaminsky; Assembly Environmental Conservation Committee Chair Steve Englebright; Climate Action Council members; the New York State Association of Counties;
and all others deemed necessary and proper. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee last met on August 19th. The next regular Budget meeting is scheduled for September 14th at 3:00 p.m. The calendar of the Expanded Budget Committee meetings has to be pushed back and Ms. Robertson stated that she sent out the revised schedule of meetings via e-mail today.
Resolution No. 2020-153: Acceptance of Audited Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2019 (ID #9494)
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich John, Anna
Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn McBean-
Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
WHEREAS, Tompkins County entered into a contract for auditing services with Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP, for the purpose of conducting an external audit of the County’s financial records for fiscal year 2019, and WHEREAS, the audit firm of Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP, has completed its audit of the financial statements of Tompkins County for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019, and has presented the Financial Report to the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, and
WHEREAS, the audit firm has opined that the 2019 financial statements contained in the Financial Report present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position and the results of operations of Tompkins County as of, and for, the year presented in the Financial Report, and WHEREAS, the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee has reviewed the Financial Report,
discussed the Financial Report in depth with the audit firm, and is now recommending to the Legislature the acceptance of the 2019 Financial Report, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the audited Tompkins County Financial Report for the period ended December 31, 2019, is hereby accepted.
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated that the Committee met on August 26th. There was a presentation from the JEDI team to the Committee. The new Chief Equity and Diversity Officer will be starting next week. Ms. Koreman discussed Hispanic-LatinX heritage month, which starts on September 15th. She
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stated that Mr. Granison will be bringing forth a proclamation in recognition of this. The Committee with meet next on September 23rd at 3:30p.m. where they will be working on the diversity policy.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. She said the Committee is scheduled to meet tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. and reviewed the agenda.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
August 18, 2020 The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Shawna Black
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
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Public Hearing
Local Law No. b of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 4 of 1989, the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law - Amending the Exemptions in Section 150-12 of the Tompkins County Code
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning Local Law No. b of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 4 of 1989, the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law - Amending the Exemptions in Section 150-12 of the Tompkins County Code and asked if anyone wished to speak.
No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 5:32 p.m.
Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the regular meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote 5:34 PM
Henry Granison Member Remote 5:37 PM
Rich John Member Remote 5:40 PM
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mr. Granison arrived at this time. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the Proclamation declaring the month of September 15, 2020 to October 15, 2020 as LatinX Heritage Month. Mr. John arrived at this time.
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Ms. Fernandez de Castro Martinez was present and thanked Tompkins County for being a welcoming community for the LatinX community. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked all members of the LatinX community who have contributed in amazing ways within Tompkins County. She also thanked Mr. Granison for heading up and presenting the Proclamation to the Legislature this evening.
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said there would be an executive session later this evening.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There were no members of the public present and no comments were submitted to be read.
Ms. Kelles arrived at this time.
Report from Municipal Official(s)
Mr. Nguyen, Common Council member, stated that Common Council had met with Postmaster General in regard to the lease of their downtown Post Office location. The Council is hoping to have the Post Office extend their lease and commit to a downtown location.
Mr. Nguyen said that Cornell met with the Council and stated that they were prepared to go remote if they exceeded the Governor’s recommendation of one hundred positive cases. Council also had their first meeting regarding the upcoming budget and began discussing proposed capital projects. Mr. Granison asked when the Council would be formally starting their budget. Mr. Nguyen responded, stating that work will officially begin after the first meeting in October, when Mayor Myrick presents the budget. Mr. John inquired about the project at Cass Park and asked if this was for the enclosure at the rink. Mr. Nguyen stated the project taking place at Cass Park is for the maintenance building and a garage roof. Mr. Nguyen confirmed that there is still a plan to move forward with the rink enclosure, but it will need bonding and unfortunately, it will not happen this year. Ms. Robertson discussed the law enforcement responses to complaints regarding gatherings. She
asked if Mr. Nguyen and his team were receiving these figures as well. He stated that he was not. Ms. Robertson said that she would follow up to ensure that these numbers are sent to him as well.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Kelles discussed an announcement from the Tompkins County Public Library, asking the public to join them for National Voter registration day which is September 22nd. Individuals can visit the Library’s website for more information. She then discussed the imminent deadline for the Census to be
completed by the end of the month. She stated that it is critical that the County get the most accurate numbers for funding awarded. Ms. Robertson stated that early voting starts October 24th. The deadline to register is October 9th and if an individual has recently moved into the County, the deadline to re-register is October 14th. Ms. Koreman discussed the twelve-million-dollar settlement that the family of Breonna Taylor
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was recently awarded by the state of Kentucky. Ms. Black gave a big shout out to childcare workers, teachers and administrators. She stated that school has recently started and it has been absolutely chaotic and continues to be a work in progress. Mr. Lane said that for the first time ever in Tompkins County, all Village elections are happening on the same day. He encouraged all Village residents to get out and vote today.
Report from Cornell University
Mr. Malina, Vice President for University Relations, introduced the representatives present from
Cornell: Ms. Wynn, Executive Director for Campus Life, Mr. Stewart, Associate Vice President for Community Relations, and Ms. Brown, Director of Campus Life Marketing and Communications. He stated the University would not be in the good position they are in without the amazing work from Mr.
Kruppa, Public Health Director, and his team. He thanked Mr. Kruppa and Mr. Molino for their ongoing work during this pandemic. Mr. Malina stated that he was going to focus his discussion on the virus outbreak. There was a cluster that began within the student athlete population about two weeks ago.
There has been a dissipation of cases over the last couple of days. The University continues to assess and consult daily with Mr. Kruppa and they will remain working with the community to continue the group effort in containing and limiting the spread of the virus. Classes have started and Cornell is currently finishing the second week of classes. Mr. Malina stated that it is going well. In response to Ms. Robertson, Ms. Wynn, stated that testing sewage was discussed as part of the strategy in gauging the spread of the coronavirus within the community. She stated that she doesn’t know if it has been done yet but she will follow up tomorrow. Ms. Koreman stated that she appreciates everything that Cornell is doing for the community and the college. She checks the University’s dashboard and it is hard to figure out how many active cases
there is now. Mr. Malina stated that the University is focusing on snapshot information, like how many tests have been done, how many positives in total, etc.
In response to Ms. Kelles, Mr. Malina stated that the University updates their dashboard on the weekends if it is important to the community, like the outbreak that happened two weeks ago, otherwise, the information is updated daily Monday through Friday. He stated that they are testing 6,000 members
of the Cornell community every day. Mr. Lane stated that he is concerned about the kinds of difficulties the University and the students may be encountering with Federal regulations or State quarantine guidelines. Mr. Malina replied, stating that it has not been an easy couple of years for the international students. There are ongoing issues related to China and Visas. However, Mr. Malina stated that enrollment is higher than anticipated and is currently at 98%. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Malina stated that, while the University experienced some growing pains and technically glitches in the first few days, their compliance rate is very high, in the high nineties percentile.
Mr. John commended Cornell for their work done in response to the pandemic. He teaches a class there and the classrooms are spread out and everyone is wearing masks. He has a few students who
are remote and their IT has been phenomenal in assisting with this. Mr. John also commended the janitorial staff because the classroom is near spotless.
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Cornell for coming and presenting this evening and asked that they come back to update again at a later date.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Ms. Koreman for discussing the settlement that Breonna Taylor’s family was awarded. She discussed the need for systemic nationwide change in how we treat and deal with each other. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne then introduced the Chief Equity and Diversity Officer, Deanna
Carrithers. She welcomed Ms. Carrithers to Tompkins County. She comes from Wichita State University with an incredible background in the work she will be doing within Tompkins County.
Ms. Carrithers thanked the Legislators for believing in the diversity, equity and inclusion movement. She stated she is planning on being in Tompkins County the first week in November. She will quarantine for fourteen days but stated she will be present with her internet during her quarantine.
She reminded all present that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice belongs to all of us. Ms. Koreman thanked Ms. Carrithers for coming and being herself. She is enthusiastic for all that Ms. Carrithers will do within the community. Ms. Kelles welcomed Ms. Carrithers and stated that she is excited to have Ms. Carrithers help the County move the needle in the right direction. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments to be made.
Consent Agenda
The consent agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McBean-
Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
ABSENT: Kelles
Resolution No. 2020-154: Urging that the U.S. Senate Pass and the President Sign Legislation to Extend Deadlines for the Census Bureau, Until October 31, 2020, for Enumeration and April 30, 2021, for Data Analysis and Reconciliation (ID #9552)
WHEREAS, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, in March 2020 the U.S. Census Bureau temporarily suspended 2020 field data collection activities in order to protect the health and safety of the public and Census Bureau employees, implement guidance from public health authorities, and ensure a complete and accurate count of all communities, and
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WHEREAS, on April 13, 2020, the Census Bureau asked Congress for legislation to allow 120 additional days to deliver final counts, which would permit data collection until October 31, 2020, allow for apportionment counts to be delivered to the President by April 30, 2021, and allow redistricting data to be delivered to the states by July 31, 2021, and WHEREAS, at the same time, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross supported those extensions and requested $1 billion in additional funds for the 2020 count, to provide flexibility deemed critical to helping the Census Bureau carry out its mandate while protecting the public, and
WHEREAS, President Trump supported the extensions, saying on April 13 that “This is called a situation that has to be -- they (Congress) have to give it (the extension) and I think 120 days isn't nearly enough," and
WHEREAS, the U.S. House of Representatives included the extensions requested by the Census Bureau in the COVID-19 relief bill known as the HEROES Act, which it passed in May, and
WHEREAS, the U.S. Senate has not considered the HEROES Act but instead introduced the HEALS Act, which does not include any provisions to extend the Census deadlines, and WHEREAS, the President has since reversed course and directed the Census Bureau to shorten, rather than extend, the enumeration deadline from October 31 to September 30, despite the ongoing pandemic, and allow only three months to reconcile and analyze the data before a final product would be delivered to the President by December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, current Census Bureau officials Tim Olson and Albert Fontenot have testified that a full and accurate count would be impossible by September 30, hampered by the loss of time during April
and May, and ongoing staffing constraints related to the pandemic, and WHEREAS, trust in a full and accurate Census count is fundamental to the trust the American people have in the government itself, as a nonpartisan source of basic data that determines distribution of $1.5 trillion annually and the apportionment of legislative districts at the local, state, and federal levels, and
WHEREAS, regardless of political bent, all Americans will be damaged by an incomplete, inaccurate count, including rural towns, with spotty internet access and longer distances for enumerators to travel, and urban areas, where residents tend to move frequently and may not have received the initial Census mailing, and WHEREAS, extending the Census deadlines could be accomplished in the next COVID-19 relief package in time to ensure that the Census Bureau can complete a full, fair, and accurate 2020 Census and that the Congress and the states receive accurate data for apportionment and redistricting, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Complete Count Census Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature, representing more than 100,000 people, strongly urges the U.S. Senate to approve the requested extensions as passed by the U.S. House in May, until October 31, 2020, for enumeration and April 30, 2021, for data analysis and reconciliation, either through negotiations on a COVID-19 relief package or as stand-alone legislation,
RESOLVED, further, That, in the interests of the American people, President Donald J. Trump
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support said extensions and sign into law such legislation as passed by the House and the Senate, to demonstrate that we can count “every person living” in the United States, as we have every ten years since 1790, despite this historic pandemic, RESOLVED, further, That copies of this resolution be sent to President Donald J. Trump; Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell; Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer; House Speaker Nancy Pelosi; House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy; U.S. Representative Tom Reed; William F. Crozer, White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs; U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham; Jeff T. Behler, New York Regional Director, U.S. Census Bureau; New York State Association of Counties;
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Resolution No. 2020-155: Award of Bid - PIN 3755.93 Ellis Hollow Road (CR110) Rehabilitation, Town of Ithaca (ID #9553)
WHEREAS, the Legislature approved rehabilitation of CR110 - Ellis Hollow Road, and authorized funding agreements with New York State Department of Transportation in the amount of $895,000 and the costs of this project are to be borne at the ratio of 95% federal funds and 5% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, the Department of Finance - Division of Purchasing has duly advertised for bids to construct the Project, and WHEREAS, one (1) bid was received and publicly opened on September 3, 2020, now therefore be it, RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to execute a contract with Suit-Kote Corporation, of 1911 Lorings Crossing Road, Cortland, NY, as the lowest responsible bidder, in the
amount of $595,827 pending approval by the New York State Department of Transportation, RESOLVED, further, That the Highway Department be authorized to implement this bid and
execute change orders with total values not to exceed 10% of the aforementioned bid amount on behalf of the County, funds to be provided from the Ellis Hollow Road - Phase 3 Capital Account HZ5328.59239.53.28. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Resolution No. 2020-156: Acceptance of Help America Vote CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act Funding and Budget Adjustment (ID #9541)
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2020, President Donald J. Trump signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law, and WHEREAS, the Act includes $400 million in new Help America Vote Act (HAVA) emergency
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funds, made available to states to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus for the 2020 federal election cycle, and WHEREAS, this supplemental appropriation funding, distributed by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), provides states with additional resources to protect the 2020 elections from the effects of the novel coronavirus, and WHEREAS, the funds are used to reimburse election expenses incurred during the June 2020 primary, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County incurred $119,308.53 in expenses and received reimbursement from the HAVA emergency funds, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Finance be, and hereby is, directed to make the following budget adjustment for the funding received
through the CARES ACT for those expenses incurred during the June 2020 Primary, FROM: 1451.43089 State Aid $ 23,861.71 1451.44959 Federal Aid $ 95,446.82 TO: 1451.54303 Office Supplies $ 6,000.00 1451.54319 Program Supplies $ 58,443.78 1451.54330 Printing $ 300.00 1451.54452 Postage $ 54,564.75 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-157: Adoption of New York State Archives Records Retention and Disposition Schedule (LGS-1) (ID #9477)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County adopted the New York State Archives Retention and Disposition Schedule for New York Local Government Records (CO-2) on July 10, 1990, by Resolution No. 264, and
WHEREAS, the New York State Archives has updated their Retention and Disposition Schedule for New York Local Government Records (LGS-1), issued pursuant to Article 57-A of the Arts and
Cultural Affairs Law, and containing legal minimum retention periods for local government records, and this schedule supersedes and replaces the CO-2, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Retention and Disposition Schedule for New York Local Government Records (LGS-1), issued pursuant to Article 57-A of the Arts and Cultural Affairs Law, and containing legal minimum retention periods for local government records, is hereby adopted for use by all officers in legally disposing of valueless records listed therein, RESOLVED, further, That in accordance with Article 57-A:
(a) Only those records will be disposed of that are described in Retention and Disposition
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Schedule for New York Local Government Records (LGS-1), after they have met the minimum retention periods described therein; and (b) Only those records will be disposed of that do not have sufficient administrative, fiscal, legal, or historical value to merit retention beyond established legal minimum periods. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder had no report.
Mr. Granison asked if sales tax information had been received. Mr. Snyder stated he had received sales tax information late yesterday. Due to the timing of the receipt of information, it was too late to put the information together for this meeting, but he would have it available for the next
Legislature meeting.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino stated the Tompkins County Health Consortium Audit and Finance Committee met recently and recommended a five percent increase in healthcare premiums. This Committee also recommended a one-month holiday in December in regard to premium payments. This would save the County approximately $937,000. The recommendation made by the Audit and Finance Committee will go to the full Board later this month. Mr. Molino is hopeful they will accept this. Mr. Molino stated that he presented the County's budget to the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) today. The budget he presented was the same budget that was presented at the Expanded Budget Committee last night. Mr. Molino stated that Orange County had presented before him and had taken similar actions as Tompkins County did in minimizing expenditures, etc. Mr. Molino also believes that other Counties are taking similar actions as Tompkins County.
Mr. Molino provided a County COVID update at this time. Mr. Kruppa stated that, as of today there are 383 total positives within the County, with 344 of
those having recovered. There are 110 new cases from the spike at Cornell. The largest change in data for those that have been identified as positive for COVID is the age group for positives. The age group of 10-19 years was at nine percent when the data was previously reported; it is now at thirty percent. Mr. Kruppa stated that there has been a huge increase in testing due to the return of students on campus at Cornell. Ms. Kelles asked if the number of tests being done at the drive-through site has gone up. Mr. Kruppa responded the numbers have remained pretty consistent. In response to funding questions from Ms. Kelles, Mr. Kruppa said that data is still being evaluated but the money the Legislature provided for testing will not last longer than ten weeks. He said he would have more information in the coming weeks.
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Ms. Dawson asked why the testing site was moved to the back of the mall. Mr. Kruppa stated that the mall is open again and most people who access the mall do so from the front, not the back. Even with the move behind the mall, the numbers of those being tested haven’t declined so there appears to be no significant issue with people finding the site. Mr. Granison inquired about a downtown testing facility. Mr. Molino stated that would have to be a separate conversation with a provider. Some things that would need to be addressed are who would pay for it and where would it be located. If there is interest in engaging with Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) to set up another testing site, that can be entertained at a later time. Mr. Molino reminded the
Legislature that the County is still offering free transportation to go to the testing site. Ms. Robertson asked how many people are utilizing that service and Mr. Granison said he would like to see those figures as well. Mr. Molino stated that he would get this information to them.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne gave Ms. Kelles permission to withdraw from the agenda the Resolution entitled Adoption of Local Law No. b of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Local Law No. 4 of
1989, the Tompkins County Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law - Amending the Exemptions in Section 150-12 of the Tompkins County Code. Ms. Kelles stated that she would like to give time after the public hearing to share a survey and allow Mr. Wood time to communicate with short-term rentals and AirBnBs. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if the public hearing needed to be rescheduled due to the survey coming out. Mr. Wood confirmed that another public hearing would not need to be held. Mr. Granison asked if Legislators who own an AirBnB would be allowed to vote on the resolution. Mr. Wood stated that he would look into this. There were no resolutions added to the agenda.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee met yesterday and he commended the Public Information Advisory Board, as they are doing an outstanding job getting the word out, particularly on social media. There are signs available in the Legislature Chambers to put in yards, if anyone would like one. Mr. Lane
stressed the importance of having this information. Tompkins County’s self-response rate is at 62.7%, which is slightly ahead of the 2010 Census self-response rate. The New York State self-response rate is 62.3%
Mr. Lane said the Committee will meet again in October, but is unsure about future meetings thereafter.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if there are other municipalities that are passing similar resolutions to extend Census deadlines. Mr. Lane stated that he hadn’t heard if there are.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, stated the Committee will meet on October 8th.
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Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, stated the Committee will meet this Thursday at 3:00 p.m. He encouraged anyone who wanted to make a public comment to contact the Clerk of the Legislature, Mrs. Covert. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if the Committee had a conversation with law enforcement and community members regarding protests and policing. Mr. John responded this was delayed but is now subsumed by the task force within the County and the City. Mr. Lane asked if there has been any progress made as far as the City police agreeing to handle COVID complaints. Mr. John stated that he has not heard from the City police. He believes it should be
a coordinated response between the agencies as this is public welfare and the County should have the support from the City. Mr. Lane stated that he doesn’t believe the County should accept the City’s position regarding policing the COVID response. Mr. John stated that he has tried to have conversations
with the City in regard to this but he is happy to push harder on the issue. Mr. Molino concurred, stating that what Mr. John stated is where the County is at; nothing has changed. He did state that the number of calls regarding these types of complaints drastically reduced this past week.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne added that she has also reached out to City Council members regarding the City’s lack of response to the COVID complaint calls. She has also had a conversation with Mayor Myrick regarding this. Ms. Robertson asked for clarification regarding the task force that is heading up the policing equity discussion. Mr. Molino stated that there is one task force that has been combined between the County and the City of Ithaca. Ms. Robertson asked for information regarding the overtime that the County is paying in response to the COVID complaint calls. Mr. Molino stated that he would forward this information.
Mr. John stated that the number of inmates in the Jail has trended down and is currently at thirty-four in the facility.
Resolution No. 2020-158: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement-Pay Reimbursement - Sheriff's Office (ID #9473)
This resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office had seven (7) employees out on disability leave or 207C as of January 1, 2020, to July 30, 2020, greater than two months, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement-pay reimbursement to
the Department from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be
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it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2020: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $286,892.00 TO: A3113.51000419 Deputy Sheriff $ 89,044.00 A3113.58800 Fringes $ 43,462.00
A3150.51000406 Corrections Officer $103,747.00 A3150.58800 Fringes $ 50,639.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, stated the Committee will be meeting on Monday, September 21, at 1:00 p.m. The Committee will be joined by a contact tracer, who will walk the Committee through the process when they receive a positive COVID case.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated there was a brief meeting before the Legislature this evening. He discussed the resolution that was adopted during the consent agenda this evening. The bid awarded came in below budget and is slated to begin work this fall. He stated that there was recently a public meeting regarding the Route 13 project that will be taking place soon. Over 120 people attended the meeting via Zoom. The Committee will have their next regular meeting on Thursday, September 17 at 9:00 a.m.
Resolution No. 2020-159: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Computer Equipment Purchase - Department of Weights and Measures (ID #9493)
This resolution was adopted via roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in the Department of Weights and Measures, one laptop computer hard drive
crashed after operating system update, and
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WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for computer equipment emergency
purchase to be paid to the Department from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and
Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $3,257.40
TO: A3630.52206 Computer Equipment $3,257.40
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, stated the Committee met on September 3. She discussed details of the meeting including an update from the County Information Technology Services (ITS) Department. The next meeting is scheduled for October 1 at 1:45 p.m.
Resolution No. 2020-160: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 04-03: Employee Time and Attendance, and Policy 03-13 Rest and Meal Periods (ID #9533)
Ms. Holmes explained the Policy 04-02 - Overtime and Compensatory Time needs further review and will be brought back to the Committee for consideration. A friendly amendment was accepted to remove all references in the resolution to Policy 04-02 - Overtime and Compensatory Time. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 04-03: Employee Time and Attendance (Formerly Employee Attendance and Compensation Rules) has not been reviewed in over five years, and contains updates to the policy and procedure sections, and WHEREAS, Policy 03-13: Rest and Meal Periods is recommended for abolishment because it is
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now incorporated in Policy 04-03: Employee Time and Attendance, and WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policy 04-03 is hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual and that Policy 03-13 be abolished. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-161: Amending the Rules of the Legislature - Rules I-III (ID #9489)
Following a brief discussion, the following two amendments were accepted as friendly:
- ADD to Rule I - Meetings, Section (1) Organizational Meeting, fourth paragraph, third sentence “…the County Clerk shall, by a process determined by the County Clerk, appoint a
member of the Legislature as Chair…”. - ADD to Rule II - Quorum, at the end of first paragraph, “…acting, (for example, if the whole Legislature is 14, the majority is 8).” Ms. Robertson asked if providing a list of actions that require a supermajority should be included in the Rules. Mr. Wood said it would be difficult to come up with a list. Following a brief discussion, Mr. Klein suggested the Committee look into that further.
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, a subcommittee of the Government Operations Committee was authorized to review the current Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature, and WHEREAS, the subcommittee presented its recommendations for Rules I-III to the Government Operations Committee at its meeting of September 3, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Rules I-III of the Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature be amended as follows:
RULE I - MEETINGS
(1) Organizational Meeting
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The organizational meeting shall be held on or before the eighth day of January in each year on the date and at the time and place fixed by resolution of the Legislature duly adopted at least one month prior. The Clerk of the Tompkins County Legislature shall mail or e-mail or serve personally upon each member or notify personally by phone at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to stating the date, hour, and place of the organizational meeting and offices to be filled. Whenever possible, the Clerk shall give one week’s notice of said meeting. At the organizational meeting following each quadrennial Legislature election, the County Clerk shall administer the oath of office to the legislators assuming office.
In the event of the death, inability, or failure of the Clerk of the Legislature or Deputy Clerk(s) to call such meeting or serve notices, the County Clerk shall call such meeting on or before the 15th day of January following and serve such notices as provided in Section 151 of the County Law.
At the organizational meeting the Clerk or Deputy Clerk(s) shall preside until a temporary Chair is chosen. The temporary Chair shall be elected by the majority vote of the members present. The
temporary Chair shall preside and the next order of business shall be the election of a Chair of the Legislature, The temporary Chair may preside for up to thirty (30) days, after which time the position of Chair shall be considered vacant. The temporary Chair is not empowered to make appointments without the approval of the majority of the Legislature. After a Chair is elected, a Vice Chair of the Legislature shall be elected. Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair shall be made from the floor and the members present shall elect said positions by majority vote of the whole Legislature. Unless a vacancy occurs (see details below), the Chair and Vice Chair shall serve until the subsequent organizational meeting. In the case of a failure by the Legislature to elect the Chair of the Legislature at the organizational meeting, the temporary Chair shall continue to preside. A revote shall be taken, no less than twice at each Legislature meeting thereafter until a Chair is elected. If no Chair is elected within thirty (30) days after
the organizational meeting, the County Clerk shall, by a process determined by the County Clerk, appoint a member of the Legislature as Chair, who shall serve until the Legislature itself elects a new Chair. Until a new Vice Chair is elected, the previous Vice Chair shall continue in that role. In the event that the previous Vice Chair is unable to continue serving, the order of succession of Legislators as adopted by resolution shall be used to fill the role of Vice Chair, until a new Vice Chair is elected.
In the case of a vacancy (e.g., death, resignation, removal, incapacitation, or disqualification) in the office of the Chair of the Legislature, the Clerk of the Legislature shall notify the members of the Legislature of the vacancy upon like notice as provided above,. The Clerk will set the meeting date of the
election for the vacancy, which may be an additional meeting or the next regularly scheduled Legislature meeting, at which a successor shall be elected Chair who shall be a member of the Legislature. The person so elected shall serve as Chair of the Legislature for the unexpired term of the previous Chair. In the event of the failure of the Legislature to elect such Chair within thirty (30) days after the vacancy shall have occurred, the County Clerk shall appoint a member of the Legislature as Chair, who shall serve as Chair of the Legislature for the remainder of the unexpired term of the previous Chair. In the absence of the Chair, the duties of the Vice Chair shall include all duties and functions of the Chair, excluding the appointment of the members to committees and boards, unless approved by the majority of the full Legislature. The Vice Chair shall receive no additional remuneration unless he/she shall act as Chair in excess of thirty (30) consecutive days after assuming the duties of Chair. Thereafter,
the Vice Chair shall receive the salary of the Chair of the Legislature, it being understood the Chair’s salary will be reduced to that of a County Legislator until the Chair resumes the duties of Chair.
(2) Regular Meetings
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The Legislature shall convene in regular meetings each year in accordance with a schedule adopted by the Legislature at the organizational meeting specifying the date, hour, and place of meetings. The Legislature shall reserve the authority to change any meeting date by majority vote of the whole Legislature. Any regular meeting may be adjourned by motion adopted by majority vote of the whole Legislature. The organizational meeting shall be deemed a regular meeting. When a holiday as provided for in any of the employee unions’ contracts falls on the day of the regular meeting, the Tompkins County Legislature will meet some day in the same week at 5:30 p.m. At each regular meeting the Legislature may transact such business as may properly come before such meeting.
(3) Special Meetings
The Legislature shall convene in a special meeting from time to time upon direction of the Chair, or upon written request therefore signed by a majority of the total membership of the Legislature. Upon receiving such direction or request, the Clerk shall mail or e-mail or serve personally upon each member
or notify personally by phone at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to such special meeting a written notice of such special meeting which shall specify the date, hour, place, and purpose of such special meeting. Whenever possible, the Clerk shall survey Legislators as to their availability and the date shall be chosen to maximize attendance and shall give one (1) week’s notice of said meeting. Legislators are encouraged to respond and acknowledge receipt. If sole notification is by e-mail, the Clerk shall follow-up with a phone call at least 24-hours before the meeting to those Legislators who have not acknowledged receipt of e-mail. Only business specified on the notice thereof may be transacted at the special meeting. (4) Place and Time of Meetings All meetings of the Legislature, unless otherwise ordered, shall be held in the Legislature's Chambers in Ithaca, New York, and shall begin at the hour specified unless a different time and place is provided by a motion for adjournment or by the call of the meeting. All meetings of the Legislature shall be public.
The time, date, and place of meetings of the Legislature and its committees shall be listed with the Clerk of the Legislature as soon as practical after the meeting is scheduled.
(5) Executive Sessions If it is necessary for part or all of the meeting to be held in executive session, the Chair shall explain the reason for the meeting being in executive session and when the meeting will reopen. In accord with Article 7, Section 105 of the Public Officers Law, executive session is only appropriate for the discussion of: a. matters which will imperil the public safety if disclosed;
b. any matter which may disclose the identity of a law enforcement agent or informer; c. information relating to current or future investigation or prosecution of a criminal
offense which would imperil effective law enforcement if disclosed; d. discussions regarding proposed, pending or current litigation;
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e. collective negotiations pursuant to article fourteen of the civil service law; f. the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters leading to the appointment, employment, promotion, demotion, discipline, suspension, dismissal or removal of a particular person or corporation; g. the preparation, grading or administration of examinations; and h. the proposed acquisition, sale or lease of real property or the proposed acquisition of
securities, or sale or exchange of securities held by such public body, but only when publicity would substantially affect the value thereof. RULE II - QUORUM A majority of the whole number of members of the Legislature shall constitute a quorum. For
purposes of meetings of the full Legislature, the words “whole number” means the total number of Legislators if there were no vacancies and none of the persons were disqualified from acting, (for example, if the whole Legislature is 14 the majority is 8). A quorum may perform and exercise any power or authority of the Legislature. If a quorum is not present, the Legislature may not convene or take action. A positive vote by the majority of the whole is required to perform and exercise any power unless otherwise noted in the rules of the Legislature. A majority of those present, even if less than a quorum may vote to adjourn a meeting. Because of the need for a quorum and the occasional need for a supermajority to conduct business, it is important that the Legislative office know ahead of time when a Legislator will not be in
attendance. A Legislator is expected to notify the Legislative Clerk’s office if he/she will be necessarily absent from a regular or special meeting or from a committee or subcommittee meeting. Lack of notification will result in the Legislator being listed as absent rather than excused. RULE III - CALL TO ORDER
Upon the appearance of a quorum, the Chair shall call the Legislature to order. In case of the non-appearance of the Chair within ten (10) minutes after the appointed time of the meeting, the Vice Chair shall call the Legislature to order. In the absence of the Chair and Vice Chair, the Clerk, within fifteen (15) minutes after the appointed time of the meeting shall call the Legislature to order and using the current succession list of Legislators a Chair pro-tem shall preside for such meeting only during the absence of the Chair and the Vice Chair. The Chair pro-tem shall have and exercise all the powers and duties of the Chair at the meeting over which that person is called to preside. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, stated the Committee will meet on September 28.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated Committee met yesterday. She reviewed topics discussed at the
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meeting. The Committee will meet again October 12th at 3:00 p.m. Mr. Lane pointed out that this falls on Indigenous People’s day; Ms. Robertson will look into this and reschedule. Ms. Robertson stated that the Expanded Budget Committee met last night and the next meeting is scheduled for September 21st. The budget books will go to the printer tomorrow and should be ready for Legislators on Friday, September 18th. Mr. Molino stated that if Legislators have individual questions, they may send them to Department Heads and copy himself and Kevin McGuire. Mr. Molino said that the public is able to watch these expanded budget meetings as well.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, stated the Committee will be meeting on September 23rd at 3:30 p.m. This meeting will begin the review of the diversity policy and she will send this out for people to start reviewing.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, stated the Committee met on September 2nd and highlighted some of the discussions held. The next meeting is scheduled for October 7th at 11:30 a.m. She will forward
information regarding the topics that will be discussed at the next meeting. These topics include a bipartisan caucus and promoting a package for a COVID relief bill.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, stated the Committee will meet September 24th at 9:30 a.m. and will be discussing broadband. Many municipal officials are hearing from their constituents that they cannot attend school remotely or work effectively because of the lack of reliable broadband internet. The Housing Development Fund group will be meeting this fall. The Industrial Development Agency (IDA) passed workforce affordable housing and the Committee will have monthly updates regarding workforce development as well.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
September 1, 2020
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Koreman, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and adopted by roll call vote as follows: Ayes – 12, Noes – 0, Away – 1 (Legislator Granison), to hold an executive session to discuss a personnel matter about a particular person. An executive session was held at 8:40 p.m. and returned to
open session at 11:04 p.m.
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 11:05 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote 5:34 PM
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Ms. Kelles arrived at this time. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne and Ms. Kelles read a Proclamation remembering and honoring the life and legacy of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg "RBG".
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced that there would be an executive session this evening to discuss personnel issues about specific employees.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no public present and no comments were submitted.
Report from Municipal Official(s)
Mr. McGonigal, City of Ithaca, reported that of the 81 employees that were furloughed earlier this year due to the pandemic, only 6 remain furloughed. He said Mayor Myrick will present his budget tomorrow evening. Mr. McGonigal reported that the City is down 15% in sales tax revenue versus last
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year; the parking income is down by almost a million dollars and solid waste is down considerably. He provided an update on a proposal for a couplet from the New York State Department of Transportation for West Buffalo Street and West Court Street. Public comment was received and there was overwhelming opposition to the project. He noted that fees for construction/development are up considerably. Ms. Kelles asked what the next steps may be regarding the road construction project. Mr. McGonigal said that there is still ongoing discussion regarding this and the next steps are still unknown.
In response to Ms. Black, Mr. McGonigal said that he would find out this week if the Cass Park rink is opening this year. The Conference Center project is also still going forward.
Mr. Granison asked about the status of the hotel tax bill. Mr. McGonigal said that he thought it was going through but he will check with Mayor Myrick.
Ms. Robertson asked Mr. McGonigal if the Ithaca Police Department is looking forward to any potential negative issues that may arise as a result of the upcoming election. Mr. McGonigal said yes, the Ithaca Police are thinking about it and working on this issue. Mr. Lynch, Town of Enfield Board Member, discussed the major leadership changes within the Town that he felt needed to be addressed. Ms. McGee announced in March that she was resigning but delayed her resignation due to the COVID pandemic. On September 30th, she resigned effective immediately. Her Deputy, Ms. Stephanie Redmond is acting as supervisor for now. The Town Board attempted to vote her in as permanent Supervisor, but a legal question arose as to whether or not Ms. Redmond could vote for herself or if she had to recuse herself from the vote. After speaking with the Town’s Attorney, it was determined that Ms. Redmond had to recuse herself from the vote, which left three Board members to vote, requiring all to vote yes for Ms. Redmond to be voted in as permanent Supervisor. The Board voted 2-1 so Ms. Redmond is still the interim Supervisor. Shortly after this vote, another Town Board member resigned.
Mr. Lynch said that the Town’s budget is adopted and finalized. The Town came in under their tax cap rate but they had to cut a highway position, which is a 20% reduction in the highway workforce.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Klein said that Tompkins County Area Transit (TCAT) is in the process of their transit development plan. This plan is done once every 10 years and they look at the routes and network. There
is a virtual open house regarding their plan; this will take place on October 14th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and again from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. for anyone to ask questions, make comments or suggestions. Mr. Klein announced that Medicare open enrollment will start October 15th and run through December 7th. Medicare is health care for those over the age of 65 or those under 65 with certain disabilities. He commented Lifelong offers free counseling. Ms. Robertson announced that this Friday, October 9th, is the deadline to register to vote. Ms. Kelles said there is a drop box at the Board of Elections (BOE) office for people to drop off their absentee ballots. Ms. Robertson stated the drop box will only be left outside the BOE Office during
their business hours, as there is concern over the potential for the box to be tampered with if left overnight or during non-business hours.
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Mr. Lane spoke about the Tompkins County Historical Commission and that they have been working on information honoring Native Americans. He told Legislators that copies of the first pamphlet will be available in their mailboxes within Legislature Chambers.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson said there was a presentation from Tompkins Cortland Community College that took place yesterday at a special Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting. Mr. Molino discussed the budget constraints that the County has assisted the college with over the last few years, due to their funding sources and when they receive those funds.
President Montague said that the College has asked for at least two quarters of their annual funding amount from Cortland County as well.
Mr. John complimented and commended the Legislature and Tompkins County for the careful financial planning over the years, which has put the County in the position to help Tompkins Cortland
Community College in their time of need.
Resolution No. 2020-162: Authorizing 2021 Payments for Tompkins Cortland Community College Operating Budget (ID #9607)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, this Legislature has by Resolution No. 2020-149 of September 1, 2020, approved the 2020-2021 operating budget for the Tompkins Cortland Community College and appropriated the
necessary funds to pay Tompkins County’s proportionate share of the operating budget of said college, and WHEREAS, to accommodate Tompkins Cortland Community College's fiscal year and cash-flow needs, it is important that Tompkins County's share be paid during the period beginning October 6, 2020, and ending July 31, 2021, and WHEREAS, any such amounts payable in 2020 will be marked as Prepayments on the County’s
books and financial records, so that the expenditures will all be charged as 2021 County expenditures, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed, pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law of the State of New York and within the authorization provided by this Legislature, to pay
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Tompkins Cortland Community College an amount up to but not to exceed Tompkins County’s budgeted share of the operating costs of said college for the fiscal year 2020-2021 in the first accounts-payable processing cycle following the dates below and in the following amounts: October 6, 2020 $ 769,054
October 6, 2020 $ 769,054
October 6, 2020 $ 769,054 October 6, 2020 $ 769,054
Total: $3,076,216
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Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino notified the Legislature last week that County Administration had concluded their search for a Human Resources Commissioner. He discussed the process and said that County Administration and the interview team have a candidate for recommendation by the Legislature. Mr. Molino introduced Ms. Ruby Pulliam from the City of Niagara. Ms. Pulliam thanked the Legislature and said she is very excited to become the Human Resources Commissioner in Tompkins County. Mr. Molino said this is a 6-year termed appointment under the Civil Service law. Ms. Robertson MOVED, Ms. Dawson seconded the motion of confirming the appointment of
Ruby Pulliam as the Human Resources Commissioner of Tompkins County for a 6-year term. This motion was adopted by unanimous roll call vote.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9566)
Public Information Advisory Board Kate Supron - term expires December 31, 2022
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Resolution No. 2020-163: Authorization to Accept New York State Division of Homeland Security Grant - Emergency Response (ID #9560)
WHEREAS, the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) and State Interoperable Communications Grant (SICG) periodically request proposals from counties to support emergency response initiatives through the implementation of State and local all-hazards response and communications strategies, and WHEREAS, the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has
entertained additional proposals and awarded funding to Tompkins County to continue with program implementation and to further develop and enhance emergency operations training and networks, including those of the 800mhz radio system, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That Tompkins County accepts an award of $655,120 (SICG), and $86,225 (SHSP) to maintain the emergency communications
system and to enhance response capabilities of the Department of Emergency Response. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-164: Budget Adjustment to Transfer Funding from Title III-C-1 to Title III-B - Office for the Aging (ID #9529)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy Procedure Number 05-02, Section 2.01, Part A, …. Legislature review and approval is required for transfers between budgeting units and designated program, and WHEREAS, due to the coronavirus pandemic the Federal government has seen fit to allow
flexibility within its designated programs, and WHEREAS, the New York State Office for the Aging acts as the pass-through agency through which Federal funding is provided to the County Office for the Aging, hereafter referred to as COFA, and WHEREAS, the New York State Office for the Aging has authorized the transfer of funding in
the amount of $23,545 from the Older Americans Act Title III-C-1 to Older Americans Title III-B, WHEREAS, this transfer will allow Title III-B funding to be expended on the provision of home delivered meals to residents of Tompkins County sixty (60) and over, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following adjustments on his books: Office for the Aging From Account Title Amt to Account Title 6776-44772 OFA Federal Aid $23,545 6772-44772 OFA Federal Aid From Account Title Amt to Account Title_____________ 6776-54491 Subcontracts $23,545 6772-54491 Subcontracts
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Resolution No. 2020-165: Budget Adjustment - Youth Services Department (ID #9486)
WHEREAS, for fiscal year 2020, the Tompkins County Youth Services Department was to contract with the Workforce Development Board (WDB) to provide research, planning, and technical assistance services to the WDB Director, and WHEREAS, funds were being provided to pay for the salary and fringe of a .5 FTE Coordinator
of Community Youth Services position, conferences, training, and any local mileage incurred, and WHEREAS, due to the necessary response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Coordinator of Youth
Services position was furloughed from the Youth Services Department and temporarily reassigned (under a new title), as of May 8th, to the office of the WDB, and
WHEREAS, upon further review of this arrangement, it was determined the position would be better aligned with other WDB responsibilities and would stay permanently within the WDB, and WHEREAS, the contract between the WDB and Youth Services Department is no longer necessary, and WHEREAS, the Youth Services Department would no longer be receiving this 0.5 FTE position’s funding from WDB, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following reductions to the 2020 budget as follows:
T.C. Youth Services Department Revenue Acct Title Amount 7020.42797 Other Local Govt Contributions ($32,148)
Appropriation Acct Title Amount 7020.51000711 Coord of Youth Services ($20,931) 7020.58800 Fringes ($10,017) 7020.54412 Travel/Training ($1,200) SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-166: Acceptance of Grant - Board of Elections (ID #9587)
WHEREAS, COVID-19 has significantly impacted elections with the issuance of the Governor’s Executive Order stating anyone concerned about the pandemic can use Temporary Illness as an excuse for obtaining an absentee ballot, and
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WHEREAS, the Board of Elections is receiving thousands of absentee applications for absentee ballots, and WHEREAS, the Board of Elections will need to pay for postage to mail absentee ballots to voters, and WHEREAS, the Board of Elections has received a grant from the Center for Tech and Civic Life in the amount of $63,928.00, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the grant is hereby accepted,
RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby directed to make the following budget adjustment to support the cost of postage for the balance of 2020:
FROM: 1451.42070 Contrib FR Priv Agencies $63,928.00 TO: 1451.54452 Postage $63,928.00 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-167: Scheduling a Public Hearing on the 2021 Tompkins County Budget and the 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program (ID #9545)
WHEREAS, the tentative 2021 Tompkins County Budget and the 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program are scheduled to be adopted on October 29, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in Legislative Chambers, located at 121
East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at 7:00 o’clock in the evening thereof concerning the review of the tentative 2021 Tompkins County Budget and the 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter
will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place
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Resolution No. 2020-168: Authorization to Amend 2015 Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Ithaca and Cornell University to Administer the Community Housing Development Fund (ID #9575)
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2009-31, authorized funding for the Community Housing Affordability Program and the Community Housing Trust Program, jointly known as the Housing Fund, and accepted and approved the Memorandum of Understanding
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(MOU) among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University that established the Housing Fund for the period of time spanning 2009 to 2015, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2015-154, authorized funding for the Housing Fund under the new name, “Community Housing Development Fund,” and accepted and approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University that extended the Community Housing Development Fund for the period of time spanning 2015 to 2021, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2019-221, committed $200,000 in addition to its original contribution of $100,000 per year to the program for the MOU’s two remaining years, bringing the County’s contribution to the Community Housing Development Fund to
$200,000 per year for Year 5 and Year 6 of the program, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2019-222, committed
$300,000 of its HUD Program Income funds to create a new 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credit Contingent Fund of the Community Housing Development Fund to support awards to viable applications when more applicants are seeking 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits through the New York State competitive process and the Community Housing Development Fund does not have sufficient funds to make awards to all viable applications seeking support from both programs, and WHEREAS, with increases in both Cornell University’s and the City of Ithaca’s contributions towards their annual Community Housing Development Fund contributions, all three of the signatories of the 2015 MOU have taken action to increase their contributions to the program, and WHEREAS, the 2015 MOU specifies that a contribution of $50,000 or more will make a
contributing organization eligible to appoint one associate member to the Program Oversight Committee of the Community Housing Development Fund for the program year in which the contribution is made, and the signatories wish to clarify that an associate member’s voting privileges extend to project approvals and funding recommendations but that associate members do not vote on matters of program governance, and
WHEREAS, the Program Oversight Committee has recommended that the County, as administrator for the program, directly execute any contracts or documents necessary to formalize associate membership in the Community Housing Development Fund so the County may establish the procedures and ability to invoice the associate member when a project is awarded the associate member’s funds, and WHEREAS, the Town of Dryden has committed $50,000 towards the Community Housing Development Fund in 2020, which is sufficient for the Town to have associate membership status, and WHEREAS, the Program Oversight Committee recommends that should it agree to accept a contribution that is less than $50,000, that for administrative ease the Tompkins County Legislature be
requested to authorize acceptance of these funds and that they be treated as an addition to the County’s annual contribution for purposes of disbursement authorization by the Tompkins County Legislature, and WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the Tompkins County Legislature through Resolution No. 2020-64, authorized an amendment to the 2015 MOU to formalize the increased contributions and associate membership provisions noted above, but the COVID-19 pandemic stalled authorization by the other
signatories and prevented its execution, and
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WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) adopted a policy on July 8, 2020, that requires certain developers to make payments to the Community Housing Development Fund as a condition of receiving tax abatements, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That Tompkins County shall execute an amendment to the 2015 Memorandum of Understanding among the County of Tompkins, the City of Ithaca, and Cornell University with regard to the Community Housing Development Fund to update the committed funds to reflect the signatories’ increased contributions for
the program’s remaining years, including the 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credit Contingent Fund the County has established,
RESOLVED, further, That the MOU amendment will establish the County’s ability to execute any agreements necessary to accept associate member commitments to the program and to accept lesser contributions should the Program Oversight Committee authorize new associate members or contributors,
RESOLVED, further, That the MOU amendment will establish the County’s ability to accept payments from developers pursuant to the TCIDA’s Workforce Housing Policy, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or his designee is authorized to execute any required amendment to the Community Housing Development Fund 2015 Memorandum of Understanding or other documents required in order to affect this program consistent with this resolution. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-169: Budget Adjustment for Community Development Block Grant - Healthy Homes Rehabilitation Program III (ID #9574)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County has been awarded and accepted a New York State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) as part of the 2019 NYS CDBG Competitive Housing Round for the purpose of continuing its successful housing rehabilitation program for low- to moderate-income homeowners, and
WHEREAS, the Healthy Homes III program began providing services and incurring expenses in 2020, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on the recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Director of Finance is authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020: Revenues CD8688.44959 Federal Aid $727,600.00 ========= TOTAL REVENUES $727,600.00 Expenditures CD8688.54400 Program Expenses $727,600.00
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Resolution No. 2020-170: Authorizing 2024-4 (NY-2020-061) Federal Transit Administration Section 5307 Grant Application for Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc., (TCAT) and Tompkins County (ID #9548)
WHEREAS, the Secretary of the United States Department of Transportation is authorized to
make grants for mass transportation projects pursuant to Section 5307 of Chapter 53, Title 49, of the United States Code, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is the Direct Recipient designated by the Governor of New York State for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5307 Urban Formula program, with responsibilities to propose FTA-funded projects to the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council
(I-TCTC) (after coordinating with public transportation providers) and to select projects from the I-TCTC Transportation Improvement Program for inclusion in FTA grants, and WHEREAS, the FTA fund sources for the 2020-4 Section 5307 Grant are as follows:
2018 Sec 5311 Rural Formula Funding Transfer (partial) $ 11,500
2019 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding (partial) $ 450,467
2020 Sec 5307 Urban Formula Funding (partial) $1,663,199
Total Federal Transit Funds $2,125,166
, and WHEREAS, the County and Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit, Inc. (TCAT, Inc.) agreed to
the projects selected for inclusion in the 2020-4 grant from the I-TCTC’s 2020-2024 Transportation Improvement Program, as amended, as follows:
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, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That
the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Contracts Coordinator to execute and file applications on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the Federal Transit Administration for the 2020-4 Section 5307 Grant with a total budget of $3,294,968 including Federal, New York State, TCAT, County and other local sources, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee is authorized to sign:
1. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the Federal Transit Administration for the Project. 2. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County and the State of New York for the Project. 3. Any and all agreements between Tompkins County, TCAT, Inc., and any third-party subcontractors necessary to complete the project, if applicable. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Privilege of the Floor by Legislators (Continued)
Ms. Koreman discussed the Black Lives Matter movement and the recent defacing of the Black Lives Matter mural in Ithaca. She clarified that Black Lives Matter is not a political organization or party; it is a movement for equality across America which has no affiliation with politics.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne extended her sympathies to Ms. Black, who recently lost her father.
She also congratulated Mr. Morey on the birth of his granddaughter.
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She then recognized all the work that County staff has done throughout the pandemic and how difficult it has been for all of us. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne encouraged staff to take the time they need to take care of themselves; they cannot keep the County strong if they are not strong. She commended Mr. Kruppa for his outstanding work throughout the pandemic as well as Mr. Molino for taking action and not allowing the County to fall apart. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne thanked Legislator Koreman for her comments about the Black Lives Matter movement. She believes rallies lead to productive conversations for structural and systemic
change. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Administrator (Continued)
Mr. Molino stated that Ms. Carrithers will be attending Legislature Committee meetings this month and he will provide an update on what Ms. Carrithers has been working on.
The New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) reported that, for the months of January through October, Tompkins County is the worst of any county in New York for the comparison of 2019 to 2020 in sales tax figures. The County is currently 11% below 2019 sales tax figures, but Mr. Molino said that it is better than our projection. Mr. Molino and Mr. Kruppa provided a presentation and update regarding COVID-19. Ms. Hendrix discussed the testing site and the samples taken at the site. Mr. Klein asked Mr. Kruppa if there has been any progress on hiring additional nurses. Mr. Kruppa said yes, he recently made an offer to a nurse for a full-time position and there is another potential for a per diem nurse. Mr. Kruppa said the Health Department recently received updated New York State guidance regarding COVID symptoms in children in relation to schooling.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder provided an update regarding the August 2020 sales tax figures. He said he will have September’s sales tax figures at the next Legislature meeting. Mr. Snyder said that for the month of August, sales tax revenue is down 12.76% from last year and so far, year to date, sales tax revenue is down 14.76%.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:36 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:45 p.m.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee will meet this Thursday, October 8th at 3:00 p.m.
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Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met on September 17th and he discussed meeting details. The Committee will meet again on October 15th at 3:00 p.m. He reminded the public to make comment either via email or live, if wanted. Mr. John said that the population with the Jail remains historically low at 35 inmates currently. The police reform group met and Mr. John said the meeting went well. This group will meet again on October 14th.
Mr. Lane thanked Mr. John for discussing and bringing overdose deaths to light during the September’s Public Safety Committee meeting. Mr. Lane said Cortland County has had twenty overdose deaths so far this year versus ten last year. He said that Cortland County gets numbers from their
coroners also which may contribute to their numbers. Mr. John said that overdose death numbers have been stable since 2016 but haven’t really gone down.
Ms. Koreman asked if Mr. John could discuss the unrest around the election at the next Committee meeting. Mr. John agreed and believes that it is important that this discussion take place.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met on September 21st at 1:00 p.m. and she discussed meeting details. She said the Committee will meet again on October 19th at 1:00 p.m.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee will meet on October 15th at 9:00 a.m.
Resolution No. 2020-171: Authorization to Execute Supplemental Funding Agreement with New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) – PIN 3756.18 Ludlowville Road (CR 159) Bridge Reconstruction (BIN 3314350), Town of Lansing (ID #9559)
Mr. Lane discussed this resolution, stating the bridge project was supposed to start in 2019 but due to extra studies required by the New York State Department of Transportation, it took another year for the approval to come through.
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, a Project to reconstruct the Ludlowville Road Bridge over Salmon Creek, BIN
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3314350, PIN 3756.18, (the Project) in the Town of Lansing, is eligible for funding as a locally administered project under Title 23 U.S. Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be borne at the ratio of 80% federal funds and 20% non-federal funds, and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2019-198 adopted on October 1, 2019, approved the Project, authorized execution of agreements with the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) regarding administration and funding, and made a sum of $1,487,000 available within account HZ5326.59239.53.26, Ludlowville Bridge Capital Project Account, to cover the cost of participation in the construction phase of the Project, and
WHEREAS, the low bid was over budget, NYSDOT has committed an additional $90,000 to the project construction funds, and
WHEREAS, the NYSDOT requires for locally administered projects that the County appropriate one hundred percent (100%) of the project costs and then file for reimbursement of eligible costs, and
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins desires to advance the project by making a commitment of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Construction, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the additional sum of $90,000 is hereby made available within account HZ5326.59239.53.26, Ludlowville Bridge Capital Project Account, to cover the cost of participation in the construction phase of the Project, a total of $1,577,000, RESOLVED, further, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project exceeds the amount appropriated above, the County Legislature shall convene as soon as possible to
appropriate said excess amount immediately upon the notification of the NYSDOT thereof, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Administrator or designee be and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary Agreements, certifications, and reimbursement requests for Federal Aid and/or Marchiselli Aid on behalf of the County of Tompkins with the NYSDOT in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project and providing for the administration of the Project and the
municipality’s first instance funding of Project costs and permanent funding the local share of federal-aid and state-aid eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefor that are not so eligible, RESOLVED, further, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the NYS Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in connection with the Project, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-18
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met on October 1st and she discussed meeting details. Ms. Koreman asked if it was possible to have a copy of the Innovation Initiative slideshow to review it.
Ms. Hendrix agreed to share this information.
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The next Committee meeting is scheduled for November 5th and Ms. Champion said the Committee will discuss Legislator’s salaries, the possibility of returning to in-person meetings, and a possible resolution from Mr. Sigler regarding the removal of the State of Emergency in the County and the State.
Resolution No. 2020-172: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 02-37: Use of Vehicles for County Business and Policy 03-16: Unpaid Leave of Absence (ID #9586)
Ms. Kelles offered two minor amendments to Policy 03-16, that were accepted as friendly and
incorporated into the policy. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and WHEREAS, Policy 02-37: Use of Vehicles for County Business (Formerly Motor Vehicle
Operator Qualification) has not been reviewed in over five years and contains updates to the definitions, policy, procedure sections, and
WHEREAS, Policy 03-16: Unpaid Leave of Absence has not been reviewed in over five years, and contains updates to the definitions, policy, and procedures sections, and
WHEREAS, the policies above have been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policies 02-37 and 03-16 are hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-173: Determining that a Portion of 1400-1404 Taughannock Boulevard, in the Town of Ulysses, is No Longer Needed for Public Use (ID #9538)
In response to Mr. Lane, Mr. Wood commented this action fully complies with the County’s Land
Policy. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County is the owner of a small portion of certain real property in the Town of Ulysses located at 1400-1404 Taughannock Boulevard, consisting of .264 acres and part of Tax Parcel
No. 18-4-12.2, and WHEREAS, the parcel is owned by Tompkins County resident Cheryl Fletcher who is unable to the sell the property because the County ownership is a cloud on her title, and WHEREAS, the parcel is no longer used or needed for any County purpose, and
WHEREAS, there is no other County purpose for this parcel, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That it is hereby determined that the parcel as described above is no longer needed for public use. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-174: Authorizing the County Administrator to Sell a Portion of the Land at
1400-1404 Taughannock Boulevard in the Town of Ulysses (ID #9557)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in preparing an abandonment map, it was discovered that a portion of 1400-1404 Taughannock Boulevard in the Town of Ulysses had at some point been acquired by the County, and WHEREAS, per the regional mapping system, the above-mentioned property was in the New
York State Highway System dating back to 1806, and WHEREAS, the New York State Department of Transportation has now determined that a
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portion of land consisting of approximately 11,504 square feet, shown as Parcel 3 on New York State Abandonment Map No. 3, may be surplus to State Highway needs and may abandon their jurisdiction over said land, and WHEREAS, Cheryl Fletcher owns land adjacent to the premise shown on Map No. 3 Abandonment, Parcel No. 18.-4-12.2 at 1401-1404 Taughannock Boulevard, and WHEREAS, Ms. Fletcher has requested that the County convey its interest in Parcel 3 on New York State Abandonment Map No. 3, adjacent to 18.-4-12.2 to her, as adjacent property owners, to
remove the cloud on her title, and WHEREAS, the necessary surveying and mapping required to determine whether such property
can be abandoned as surplus has been reviewed by New York State Department of Transportation, and WHEREAS, Section 65 of the Highway Law authorizes the governing body, where it has
acquired lands by purchase or condemnation as a right-of-way for a state highway, to grant to the adjacent property owners so much of such land as may be unnecessary for highway purposes with the consent of the Commissioner of Transportation and provided that such land provides frontage on said highway, and WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins will receive $4,800 in consideration for the conveyance of 11,504± square feet of land as shown on Map No. 3 Abandonment Parcel 3 to Ms. Fletcher, and WHEREAS, Parcel 3 on New York State Abandonment Map No. 3 meets conditions and qualifies for disposition, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Tompkins
County Legislature, approves the abandonment of such parcel in the matter of New York State Surplus Property Case #03-III-840 in the Town of Ulysses and authorizes the County Administrator to execute all documents necessary to grant and convey the parcel described on the abandonment map by quit claim deed to petitioner and adjacent owner, Cheryl Fletcher, 3054 Garrett Road, Ithaca, NY, 14850 conditioned upon receipt of the final approval of the State of New York Department of Transportation acting by and through the Department’s Property Executive Review Group (PERG),
RESOLVED, further, That the Legislative Clerk is hereby instructed to forward a copy of this resolution to the New York State Department of Transportation. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee met on September 28th and discussed details of the meeting. The Committee will meet next on October 26th. Mr. Klein informed the Legislature that Tioga County is moving to discontinue their curbside recycling pickup and warned the County to be braced for a large increase in the cost of its recycling.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said that the regular meeting of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel
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Committee for October is cancelled, as it falls on Indigenous People’s Day. The public hearing for the Tompkins County budget is scheduled for November 10th at 7:00 p.m. with a public forum taking place tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee met on September 23rd and she discussed details of the meeting. The Committee will meet again on October 28th at 3:30 p.m.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The
next Committee meeting is scheduled for tomorrow, October 7th, at 11:30 a.m.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee met on September 24th and she discussed meeting details.
The next meeting is scheduled for October 22nd at 9:30 a.m.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday October 5th and discussed details of the
meeting. Ms. Robertson said there is a spreadsheet on the Census Bureau website that is updated daily. As of September 30th, New York was at 99.1% fully enumerated.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
September 15, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Champion, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by roll call
vote to hold an executive session to discuss personnel issues related to particular people. An executive session was held at 8:47 p.m. and returned to open session at 10:14 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:14 p.m.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote 5:46 PM
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Remote
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced that there would be an executive session this evening to discuss personnel issues about a specific employee. Mr. Wood also requested an executive session to
discuss a real estate matter.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There were no members of the public present and no comments were submitted.
Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Official(s)
Mr. Nguyen, Common Council Member, said the Mayor presented his budget. Most departments in the City of Ithaca saw a two to three percent cut and many unfilled positions will go unfilled; this
includes eight officer positions within the Ithaca Police Department. Within the City’s 2021 Budget, funding is being raised for a southside community center and they will be continuing to fund the Community Outreach Worker at the previous year’s level of $60,000. Ms. Kelles asked about the status of the joint internship program between the City, County, and
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Town of Ithaca that had previously been funded in relation to highway. Mr. Nguyen said that this program was zeroed out of the budget after the lockdown. Ms. Kelles asked if this could be put into an over target type of request for the City as she believes it was very beneficial. In response to Mr. Granison regarding LEAD funding, Mr. Nguyen said the Mayor is still waiting on information regarding the previous LEAD funding, so while there is no answer yet, the Mayor is definitely interested in LEAD. Mr. Granison then asked about the difference between the police not filling the positions and the City defunding them. Mr. Nguyen explained that if those positions are taken out of the budget, they cannot be filled as the money will not be in the budget for those eight officer
positions.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Champion announced that today is her birthday, and said it is also Kamala Harris’ birthday.
It is her birthday wish for all to vote for her so there may be the first woman Vice President. Ms. Robertson wished Ms. Champion a happy birthday. She said she recently visited the Board of
Elections website to confirm the start of early voting. It begins this Saturday, October 24th at two locations: The Town of Ithaca hall and at 72 Brown Road. Early voting takes place on Saturday and Sunday for the next two weekends with varying hours at the two aforementioned locations. Mr. John arrived at this time. Ms. Koreman also wished Ms. Champion a happy birthday. She said the County’s numbers for COVID are going up and said there are currently 59 active cases with 9 people hospitalized. That is more than the County has had hospitalized throughout the pandemic. She heard that some of the people that have been hospitalized are very young. She acknowledges that people are getting tired of wearing masks and staying home but implores people to continue doing so and maintain their distances. She compared wearing masks to maintaining a speed limit; if you go too fast you can put a lot of people at risk just as if you were to not wear a mask.
Ms. Kelles said she had a couple questions for Mr. Kruppa and Mr. Molino. She received a letter from a constituent earlier today and wanted to know if either Mr. Molino or Mr. Kruppa had a sense of what is driving the COVID surge and what can be done to control it. She wants to know if there is any
threshold from the State on when restrictions might increase as they had earlier this year. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked Mr. Molino and Mr. Kruppa to address these questions when the COVID update is provided a little later in the meeting. Ms. Dawson reminded everyone that there is only two weeks until the election. Overall, so far things have been relatively amicable and peaceful in Tompkins County apart from this past weekend. She said that if you cannot protest or counterprotest peacefully and respectively, she asks that people stay home and speak your mind on Facebook. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne reminded the public to engage with each other respectfully and to utilize their right to free speech but please be respectful of each other.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no report or appointments.
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Resolution No. 2020-175: A Bond Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Up to $1,600,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of the County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of the Cost of Road and Highway System Reconstruction and Improvements at Various Locations throughout the County (ID #9546)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and
implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the “Regulations”), and WHEREAS, the County is considering undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of repaving certain existing roads in County, all not involving the addition of new travel lanes (the “Project”), and WHEREAS, the County has reviewed the classifications of actions contained in the Regulations, and
WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the undertaking and financing of the Project, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The Project constitutes a Type II Action pursuant to Part 617.5(c)(4) of the Regulations and as such is not subject to review under SEQRA. Section 2. Undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of repaving certain existing roads in the County, including drainage and shoulder reconstruction and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, including related construction, demolition, renovations, site improvements, original furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for such purposes, architectural and engineering fees, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $1,600,000. There are hereby authorized to be issued up to $1,600,000 serial bonds of the County to finance the Project pursuant to the provisions of the
Local Finance Law. Section 3. The maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is $1,600,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $1,600,000 serial bonds,
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or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source. Section 4. The period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is 15 years under subdivision 20(c) of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five
years. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the
issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in
such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 6. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 7. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk.
Section 8. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such
bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller
applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond Resolution. Section 9. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents
for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date,
denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the
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consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine.
Section 10. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this
resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County’s General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond
anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County’s “official intent” within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein. Section 11. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or
2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit, or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the
date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the
Constitution. Section 12. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II- 1 & 26
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Resolution No. 2020-176: A Bond Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Up to $200,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of the County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of the Cost of Repairing and/or Replacing Certain Existing Bridges Located Within the County (ID #9547)
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The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the “Regulations”), and WHEREAS, the County is considering undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of the reconstruction of certain bridges in the County (the “Project”), and WHEREAS, the County has reviewed the classifications of actions contained in the Regulations,
and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the undertaking and financing of the Project, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and
Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The Project constitutes a Type II Action pursuant to Part 617.5(c)(2) of the Regulations and as such is not subject to review under SEQRA.
Section 2. Undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of the reconstruction of certain bridges in the County, including all necessary costs incidental to such work, including related construction, demolition, renovations, site improvements, original furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for such purposes, architectural and engineering fees, is hereby authorized at a maximum estimated cost of $200,000. There are hereby authorized to be issued up to $200,000 serial bonds of the County to finance the Project pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 3. The maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is
$200,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $200,000 serial bonds, or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the principal of said
bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source.
Section 4. The period of probable usefulness of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is 20 years under subdivision 10 of paragraph a. of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. It is hereby
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further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same
respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of
and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 7. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk. Section 8. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the
purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond
Resolution. Section 9. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including
determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date, denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local
Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by Section 52.00 of
the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine.
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Section 10. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County’s General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal
income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County’s “official intent” within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized
herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein.
Section 11. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit, or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution.
Section 12. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II- 1 & 26
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Resolution No. 2020-177: A Bond Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Up to $1,400,000 Serial Bonds and Notes of the County of Tompkins, New York, to Pay a Portion of the Cost of Various Capital Improvement Projects at Various County Facilities (ID #9565)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) is a local agency pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”), ECL Section 8-0101, et seq., and
implementing regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 617 (the “Regulations”), and WHEREAS, the County is considering undertaking a capital improvement project consisting of certain renovations and reconstruction of certain existing County facilities (collectively, the “Project”), and
WHEREAS, the Project consists of replacement, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of existing facilities, in kind, on the same site, and WHEREAS, the County has reviewed the classifications of actions contained in the Regulations, and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the undertaking and financing of the Project, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York, (by favorable
vote of not less than two thirds of said County Legislature) determines as follows: Section 1. The Project constitutes a Type II Action pursuant to Part 617.5(c)(2) of the
Regulations and as such is not subject to review under SEQRA. Section 2. To pay the cost of a capital improvement project consisting of certain renovations and reconstruction of certain existing County facilities, including in each case all other necessary costs incidental to such work, including related construction, demolition, renovations, site improvements, original furnishings, fixtures, and equipment required for such purposes, architectural and engineering fees, there are hereby authorized to be issued $1,400,000 serial bonds of the County pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, apportioned as follows: a. For reconstruction of the elevator system at the Main Courthouse located at 320 North Tioga Street, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $100,000, being a
specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 10 years, pursuant to subdivision 13 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $100,000 serial bonds of the County. b. For reconstruction of the elevator system at the Old Jail Building located at 125 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $80,000, being a
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specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 10 years, pursuant to subdivision 13 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $80,000 serial bonds of the County. c. For reconstruction of the elevator system at the Mental Health Building located at 201 East Green Street, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $300,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 10 years, pursuant to subdivision 13 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $300,000 serial bonds of the County.
d. For reconstruction of the elevator system at the Human Services Building located at 320 West Martin Luther King, Jr. St., Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of
$200,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 10 years, pursuant to subdivision 13 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $200,000 serial bonds of the County.
e. For reconstruction of the parking area at the Human Services Building located at 320 West Martin Luther King, Jr. St., Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $110,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 20 years, pursuant to subsection (f) of subdivision 20 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $110,000 serial bonds of the County. f. For roof replacement at the Vehicle Garage at the Public Works Facility located at 170 Bostwick Road, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $500,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 25 years, pursuant to
subsection (a)(1) of subdivision 12 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $500,000 serial bonds of the County. g. For reconstruction of the Visitor parking area at the Public Works Facility located at 170 Bostwick Road, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $60,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 20 years, pursuant to
subsection (f) of subdivision 20 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $60,000 serial bonds of the County. h. For exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) resurfacing at the Tompkins County Public Library located at 101 East Green Street, Ithaca, New York, at a maximum estimated cost of $50,000, being a specific object or purpose, having a period of probable usefulness of 25 years, pursuant to subsection (a)(1) of subdivision 12 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law, there are hereby authorized to be issued $50,000 serial bonds of the County. Section 3. The aggregate maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid class of objects or purposes is $1,400,000 and that the plan for the financing thereof is by the issuance of up to $1,400,000 serial bonds, or such lesser amount as may be necessary, hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to this bond resolution and the levy and collection of taxes on all the taxable real property in the County to pay the
principal of said bonds and the interest thereon as the same shall become due and payable, and by the application of state and/or federal assistance available or to any revenues available for such purpose from any other source.
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Section 4. It is hereby further determined that the maximum maturity of the serial bonds herein authorized will exceed five years. Section 5. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the serial bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Director of Finance, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 6. The faith and credit of said County of Tompkins, New York, are hereby irrevocably pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same
respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. There shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County a tax sufficient to pay the principal of
and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 7. Such bonds shall be in fully registered form and shall be signed in the name of the County of Tompkins, New York, by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance and a facsimile of its corporate seal shall be imprinted or impressed thereon and may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of the County Clerk. Section 8. The powers and duties of advertising such bonds for sale, conducting the sale, and awarding the bonds, are hereby delegated to the County Director of Finance, who shall advertise such bonds for sale, conduct the sale, and award the bonds in such manner as he or she shall deem best for the interests of the County; provided, however, that in the exercise of these delegated powers, he or she shall comply fully with the provisions of the Local Finance Law and any order or rule of the State Comptroller applicable to the sale of municipal bonds. The receipt of the County Director of Finance shall be a full acquittance to the purchaser of such bonds, who shall not be obliged to see to the application of the
purchase money. The County Director of Finance is hereby further authorized to execute and deliver all additional certificates, instruments, and documents and to do all other acts as may be necessary, or in the opinion of the County Director of Finance, desirable or proper to effectuate the purposes of this Bond
Resolution. Section 9. All other matters, except as provided herein relating to such bonds including
determining whether to issue such bonds having substantially level or declining annual debt service and all matters related thereto, prescribing whether manual or facsimile signatures shall appear on said bonds, prescribing the method for the recording of ownership of said bonds, appointing the fiscal agent or agents for said bonds, providing for the printing and delivery of said bonds (and if said bonds are to be executed in the name of the County by the facsimile signature of the County Director of Finance, providing for the manual countersignature of a fiscal agent or of a designated official of the County), the date, denominations, maturities, and interest payment dates, place or places of payment, and also including the consolidation with other issues, shall be determined by the County Director of Finance. It is hereby determined that it is to the financial advantage of the County not to impose and collect from registered owners of such serial bonds any charges for mailing, shipping, and insuring bonds transferred or exchanged by the fiscal agent, and, accordingly, pursuant to paragraph c of Section 70.00 of the Local
Finance Law, no such charges shall be so collected by the fiscal agent. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals in addition to those required by Section 52.00 of
the Local Finance Law, as the County Director of Finance shall determine.
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Section 10. The temporary use of available funds of the County, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised, or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Local Finance Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution. The reasonably expected source of funds to be used to initially pay for the expenditures authorized by this resolution shall be from the County’s General Fund. It is intended that the County shall then reimburse expenditures from the General Fund with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized by this resolution and that the interest payable on the bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of such bonds shall be excludable from gross income for federal
income tax purposes. This resolution is intended to constitute the declaration of the County’s “official intent” within the meaning of Treasury Regulation Section 1.150-2 to reimburse the expenditures authorized by this resolution with the proceeds of the bonds and bond anticipation notes authorized
herein. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the objects or purposes described herein.
Section 11. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3) Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 12. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in The Ithaca Journal, the official newspaper of said County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County
Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2
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Consent Agenda
The consent agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Resolution No. 2020-178: Adoption of Section 3 Participation Plan and Designation of Section 3 Officer (ID #9570)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is committed to conduct business in accordance with all
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applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations and has established the Tompkins County Compliance Program as part of that commitment, and WHEREAS, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, (Section 3) requires that economic opportunities generated by certain U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) financial assistance for housing and community development programs be directed to low- and very low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and business concerns which provide economic opportunities to low and very-low income persons, and
WHEREAS, HUD holds the New York State Office of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) accountable for compliance with Section 3 requirements for recipients of HUD funds in New York State,
including the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), and WHEREAS, Tompkins County has been a frequent recipient of HUD funds through the CDBG
program, and WHEREAS, on June 18, 2019, the Tompkins County Legislature adopted Resolution No. 2019-129 which updated the County’s Administrative Policy Manual, including Policy 06-07 Procurement, and WHEREAS, Section III.C.3 of the Procurement Policy states: When U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding assistance for construction or rehabilitation projects create a need for new employment, contracting, or training opportunities subject to Section 3 (as defined in 24 CFR § 135.5) requirements, Tompkins County shall integrate Section 3 requirements as detailed in Tompkins County Section 3 Participation
Plan. , and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Planning and Sustainability in coordination with the Tompkins County Compliance Program has prepared a Section 3 Participation Plan which
establishes administrative procedures, processes, and relevant forms to comply with Section 3 and with the County’s Procurement Policy, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the “Tompkins County, State of New York, Section 3 Participation Plan, For Section 3 Covered Contracts,” dated August 2020 is adopted, RESOLVED, further, That the Tompkins County Compliance Officer be designated the County’s Section 3 Officer. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-179: Acceptance of Additional Funds from Kresge Foundation and Budget Adjustments - Public Health Department (ID #9632)
WHEREAS, the Health Department currently has a grant from The Kresge Foundation to
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improve health outcomes and move towards achieving health equity, and WHEREAS, on August 31, 2020, the Tompkins County Health Department Team applied for additional funding from The Kresge Foundation in the amount of $50,000 to conduct COVID-19 testing in hard to reach populations and provide personal protective equipment to the testing team, and WHEREAS, on October 2, 2020, the Health Department was notified of approval of their funding request for a revised amount of $40,000, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Health Department is authorized to accept said funds ($40,000),
RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator or designee be and hereby is authorized to execute any and all agreements necessary to complete the requirements of the grant,
RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is authorized to make the following budget adjustment for 2020 on his books for the Emerging Leaders in Public Health grant: REVENUE: 4011.42070 Contrib fr Priv
Agencies
$40,000
APPROPRIATION
:
4011.54319 Computer
Equipment
$ 1,200
4011.54442 Professional
Services
$38,800
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Resolution No. 2020-180: Authorizing the Department of Social Services to Accept and Administer Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) (ID #9633)
WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services has been awarded, through the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, a Federal Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funded by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and WHEREAS, the Department of Social Services (DSS) developed its application collaboratively, working with the County’s Public Health Department and Emergency Management Office and our local
Continuum of Care to identify and decide how best to address emergent needs related to homelessness, and WHEREAS, the approved application defined a range of services, including: outreach and provision of sanitation facilities and personal protective equipment to unsheltered persons; quarantine/isolation housing and meals for homeless persons; legal services to prevent evictions; case management and rental assistance to either prevent evictions or re-house persons already in the emergency shelter system; and case management services for individuals re-entering the community after period of incarceration, and
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WHEREAS, the initial round of funding will bring $433,884 into our community, allocated as shown in the following table: OAR Re-entry Case Management $ 33,625 NYLAW Prevention Legal Services $ 30,000 HSC Outreach - Sanitation and PPE $ 20,000 DSS Case Management & Admin $ 83,399 DSS Preventive Rental Assistance $ 72,000 DSS Rapid Rehousing Rental Assistance $172,860
DSS Quarantine/Isolation Lodging & Meals $ 22,000, and WHEREAS, the Department anticipates spending just over 20% of the grant total in the waning
months of the current calendar year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the
Director of Finance shall make the following adjustment to Department of Social Services’ 2020 Budget: One calendar quarter’s payments for rental assistance and to human services agencies: A6010.54400 Program Expense $82,121 A6010.44610 Federal: Social Services $82,121 Per diem payments for quarantine/isolation shelter and meals: A6130.54400 Program Expense $11,000 A6130.44610 Federal: Social Services $11,000 RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Social Services be authorized to contract with the local agency partners as described in the approved grant proposal. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-181: Budget Adjustment to Reflect Solutions To End Homelessness Program (STEHP) Grant Increase - Department of Social Services (ID #9634)
WHEREAS, for the past decade the Department of Social Services has utilized the greatest part
of its annual Solutions To End Homelessness Program (STEHP) grant to contract with Tompkins Community Action for the provision of temporary rental assistance to vulnerable community members, and WHEREAS, this temporary rental assistance has been successful in both averting homelessness (through the ‘Housing Loss Prevention’ sub-program) and in moving homeless persons out of the emergency shelter and motels and into permanent housing (through the ‘Rapid Re-housing’ sub-program), and WHEREAS, the Department has learned that the annual value of this grant during the current 5-year cycle increased from $263,461 to $300,000, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services Committee, That the Director of Finance shall make the following adjustments to Social Services’ 2020 Budget: A6010.54400 Admin: Program Expense $36,539 A6010.43619 State: Social Services Admin $36,539 RESOLVED, further, That the Department of Social Services is authorized to increase the maximum value of its contract with Tompkins Community Action accordingly. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino shared an updated COVID presentation with the Legislature. He said there is one
continual presentation available on the County’s website for anyone who wishes to go back through and look at where the County has been in regard to the pandemic.
The County currently has the most active cases and the most hospitalizations that it has had since the pandemic began. Mr. Kruppa detailed information about the next steps the County is taking in response to the pandemic, including a downtown testing site. He discussed schools in red zones only being able to do remote learning; schools in yellow zones are allowed to have in-person learning. Mr. Kruppa said he applied to the State for rapid testing machines. As he understands it, these machines are being prioritized to cluster zones right now, but he has a plan in place with Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) if the County were to be awarded one of the machines. Vaccine distribution was then discussed. Mr. Kruppa said the vaccine, when available, would first go to vulnerable populations, then to front line workers and then to the general population. Nurses at the Health Department are busy with virus work but believes that other professions like paramedics and EMTs may be called in to help with vaccine distribution if and when it comes to that. Mr. Molino discussed having to provide additional staffing to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) once again.
He said he is hopeful that our area remains a non-hotspot. In response to Mrs. McBean-Clairborne regarding clarification of the Governor potentially
withholding State aid, Mr. Molino said the Governor has said he would withhold State aid if the County does not comply with established COVID regulations. Ms. Kelles said a lot of the people who are seeking food assistance have never sought food assistance before. These individuals don’t know the system very well and don’t know where to find the resources so she suspects these numbers within the presentation may be lower than the actual numbers. She said she expects these numbers to peak again, especially with the winter season approaching. She requested a specific Town Hall about the spike in COVID cases in the County, if possible. Mr. Molino said that can be done, and an announcement will likely be made tomorrow for a Town Hall to be held on this subject on Monday.
Ms. Black said she listened to the press conference given today by Governor Cuomo. During that press conference, he identified New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania as being places on the discouraged travel list, but he is not establishing them as a “no fly zone.” Ms. Black stated that the
County is seeing higher positive infection rates in surrounding counties than in those three states. She
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asked if Tompkins County may be asked to stay away from other areas, similar to Governor Cuomo’s travel ban. Mr. Molino said he is unsure as to what the Governor would say but the message would likely be that if its non-essential travel, the travel should not be taking place. Mr. Kruppa stated that these states are likely not on the State’s travel ban due to the number of individuals commuting to and from those states into New York City for work. In response to Ms. Black, Mr. Kruppa said that if there is a positive within a classroom, the Health Department is quarantining the classroom the child was in, along with the teacher and any staff that may have come into the classroom. Quarantining a classroom does not mean someone did something
wrong, they are simply quarantining for cautionary reasons. In the three or four districts that have seen a few positive cases, these schools are not being shut down due to COVID but they are closing for a period of time to allow for deep cleaning or to find additional adults to account for those who have had to
quarantine. Ms. Black inquired about neighboring Broome and Cortland Counties. These Counties are seeing
a lot of positive COVID cases and she wants to know if they are facing a situation where they would need additional space for hospitalizations, would these Counties rely on Tompkins as a backup. Mr. Kruppa said he has not heard of hospital shortage issues. The hospitalizations within CMC are not all County residents. Ms. Robertson asked if the vaccine distribution would include the downtown testing site. Mr. Kruppa said that vaccine distribution would depend on vaccine supply. She then asked if the cost of the testing site is close to what was expected or projected. Mr. Molino said it is but said he will check to make sure that those figures are accurate. He said the next two weeks will be important for the testing site to see where the numbers end up, in order to determine if additional funding would be needed.
Mr. Granison asked if the increase in testing is due to the increase in positive cases in the County. Mr. Kruppa said no, the Health Department has seen a general increase in testing overall. Mr. Granison then asked if there has been any increase in discussions with law enforcement regarding Halloween weekend. Ms. Hendrix said there have been and will continue to be. Mr. Granison wanted to know if there has been any guidance issued regarding Thanksgiving yet. Ms. Hendrix said there has been some guidance from the CDC that is starting to be looked over. Mr. Kruppa said we can’t look too much
further than two weeks out at a time as we don’t want to issue guidance that then has to be changed. In response to Ms. Koreman, Mr. Kruppa said there are not necessarily more asymptomatic people in our area contributing to the community spread. He said the bigger driver of this is probably people who travel in and out of our county to areas that have higher infection rates. Mr. Klein asked about the downtown testing facility and if there is a need for this site. Mr. Kruppa said there is, it has been very busy at the mall site and people are having trouble getting there. Ms. Kelles commended the testing facility for their seamless and efficient procedures. She then asked about the County’s hospitalizations and what the age ranges are of those in the hospital. Mr. Kruppa said there is a range of age populations included in the hospitalizations in the County.
Mr. Molino commended Mr. Kruppa and the Health Department staff, Ms. Hendrix, Cayuga Medical Center, Cornell University, and school superintendents for the work they have been doing during and throughout the pandemic. He said this work is intense, it ebbs and flows and takes its toll on a person’s mental and physical psyche and they have been in this work for almost a year. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne added that their families at home too have been missing their moms, dads, and partners
because they have been so involved. She thanked the families for their sacrifices also.
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Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Braman, Deputy Finance Director, provided a sales tax report update. Sales tax figures are up slightly for September. However, the County is still down approximately five to six percent over last year in the current quarter. Year-to-date sales tax figures are down 12%. Mr. Granison asked if the County is anticipating a loss of revenue in December due to Cornell University being closed. Mr. Molino responded that it is possible to have a loss of revenue but there are
still a lot of unknowns with what people’s travel patterns may be this year due to the pandemic. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Molino said that the County has not seen any payments from
the area casinos and likely won’t until November. She also asked about the hotel room tax amount. Mr. Granison said the Strategic Tourism Planning Board meets tomorrow and can provide that information following the meeting.
Resolutions added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met on October 15th and had a presentation on the back-up 9-1-1 facility partnership with Cornell. He stated this would save both parties considerable amounts of money and is better than anything the County could have done as a stand-alone facility. This is a shared back-up dispatch facility with a good partnership that is well overdue. Mr. Lane expressed concern over the potential for an ice storm and losing power at the dispatch facilities. Mr. John said there is a plan in place if this happens. There are protests currently planned for this Saturday and Mr. John said he is worried about this, although the Ithaca City Police Department and the Sheriff’s Department are in communications for this event.
Mr. Granison asked Mr. Molino to speak about the police reform forum he held last week. Mr. Molino said that it was more of a discussion for the public to know where the County is at. Chief Nayor of the Ithaca City Police gave a presentation today and Sheriff Osborne will give his presentation on
Thursday. Mr. Molino said he is currently working on trying to identify dates for public feedback and engagement sessions, which will be put in place over the next few months. Ms. Robertson asked if the date to have a plan in place for approval was still April 1, 2021. Mr. Molino said yes. Mr. John said the jail population remains historically low and is currently at 36 as of today. The Committee will meet next on November 19th at 3:00 p.m.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday and said much of the Committee’s business is reflected on the Legislature’s agenda.
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Ms. Dawson commented on the presentation the Committee received concerning security at the Human Services Building; no major recommendations were made.
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:31 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 7:40 p.m.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee met last Thursday and recommended the Bond resolution for the Airport. The Committee also had a detailed presentation by the consultant on the Route 13 study. The Legislature will be provided a presentation on that topic at the November 5th meeting. An update was
also provided by the Recycling and Materials Management Director on the County’s recycling program. Mr. Lane then brought the Legislator parking spots to attention and offered the following motion:
“That until such time as the Tompkins County Legislature and its committees resume in-person meetings, the signs designating the parking spaces reserved for Legislators in the County parking lot between the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building and the Old Jail, be bagged or covered, the spaces allowed to be
used as open parking the same as most of the other parking spaces in the lot. Motion seconded by Ms. Kelles. A friendly amendment to leave one space open and available for Legislators was accepted. Motion was unanimously adopted by roll call vote.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee will meet next on November 5th at 1:45 p.m. and reviewed potential agenda items for the upcoming meeting including the Rules of the Legislature and Legislator salaries.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting and the Committee will not meet in October. She announced that TCAT is going fare free on election day.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, thanked everyone for working really hard on the 2021 budget. The next
meeting for the Expanded Budget Committee is scheduled for October 27th at 4:30 p.m. The Legislature is expected to adopt the Tentative Budget at a special meeting on October 29th. The next regular meeting of the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee is scheduled for Monday, November 9th at 3:00 p.m.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee will meet next on October 28th and 3:30 p.m.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee last met on October 7th and said the Committee
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focused on State issues. She may ask the Committee to consider a resolution making recommendations to the State at the next meeting. She spoke briefly about NACo (National Association of Counties) and said there will be webinars offered soon if Legislators are interested. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for November 4th at 11:30 a.m.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee is scheduled to meet on October 22nd at 9:30 a.m. She said the November and December meeting dates fall on holidays and they have been rescheduled to November 17th at 11:00 a.m. and December 8th at 10:00 a.m. She highlighted some of the agenda topics and said the Committee will hear reports from Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services and Cooperative Extension.
She announced Tompkins County Area Development’s name change to Ithaca Area Economic Development.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, stated the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee will meet for one final meeting in November as a wrap up to the Census as data collection was stopped on October 15th.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee met on October 8th and said the Committee reviewed some of the scenarios that had been presented. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for November 12th at 3:00 p.m. Ms. Robertson asked if Mr. McKenna was considering meeting at 4:00 p.m. to allow for neighbors and the public to attend. Mr. McKenna said he will send an email to Committee members to see if they are willing to move the time to 4:00 p.m.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
October 6, 2020
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Kelles, seconded by Ms. Dawson, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote, to hold an executive session to discuss personnel issues related to a particular employee and a real estate matter. An executive session was held at 8:08 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:45 p.m.
Adjournment
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The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Tompkins County Legislature Special Meeting Minutes – Approved 11-17-20 Thursday, October 29, 2020 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the special meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Absent
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Resolution No. 2020-182: Adoption of Amendments to the 2021 Tentative Tompkins County Budget and 2021-2025 Capital Program (ID #9676)
Ms. Robertson thanked her fellow Legislators for getting to this point. They all met for approximately twenty plus hours of meetings and have managed to bring in a tax levy of 2.21% which is
relatively low; lower than she had anticipated. She stated spending was cut by 6%, eliminating forty-seven full-time County employee positions while maintaining service to the community.
Mr. Granison MOVED, seconded by Ms. Kelles, to amend the tentative budget as follows: add $20,000 as one-time funding to the Early Intervention Homelessness Prevention Program funding.
Mr. Thomas from LawNY was present to speak to this issue and said the first year of this program was very successful and his staff were able to connect those facing homelessness to other areas of assistance. LawNY will also be receiving an emergency-solutions grant for additional funding which will allow the hiring of a staff attorney, who is scheduled to start on December 1st. Mr. Lane said he was concerned about the late request for additional funding from LawNY and stated he cannot support motion.
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Ms. Kelles asked why this request didn’t go through the Human Services Coalition. Mr. Thomas clarified it did and the Coalition had recommended a funding amount of $40,000. Ms. Kelles said she is concerned about the funding for the program and believes it may not be sufficient to maintain an employee at $30,000 per year. Ms. Black asked for clarification regarding the request for additional money. Mr. Thomas stated LawNY currently has $20,000 in fund balance and with the request from the County of an additional $20,000, they will be able to fill a full-time paralegal position. Ms. Black asked how many cases LawNY has had for this program. Mr. Thomas said there were about forty individuals helped in 2019 and about
fifteen at the beginning of this year. In response to Mr. Klein regarding helping tenants find funding in order to stay in their rental,
Mr. Thomas said they most often assist with the appeal of an emergency assistance application. Ms. Robertson and Ms. Kelles both expressed concern over the potential flood of evictions once
the moratorium on evictions is lifted. Following further discussion, the amendment was accepted as friendly. Ms. Koreman said she is happy that this funding is part of the main motion. Mr. Lane MOVED to separate the amendment that was accepted as friendly from the tentative budget, seconded by Mr. John. A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 10, Noes - 3 (Legislators Dawson, Granison, and McKenna); Absent - 1 (Legislator Sigler). MOTION TO SEPARATE CARRIED.
It was MOVED by Mr. John, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by roll call vote by members present, to Call the Question on the amendment. THE QUESTION WAS CALLED. A roll call vote resulted as follows on the amendment to add $20,000 as one-time funding to the Early Intervention Homelessness Prevention Program funding: Ayes - 12, Noes - 1 (Legislator Lane), Absent - 1 (Legislator Sigler). AMENDMENT CARRIED.
Ms. Robertson said the tentative budget will now go to public hearing, which is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m. The final vote on the proposed 2021 Budget will be at the
Legislature meeting on November 17th. In response to Ms. Koreman, Mr. Molino confirmed that there will be a press release going out about the public hearing. Ms. Dawson thanked Mr. Molino and Mr. McGuire for their outstanding work this budget season. She then asked Mr. Molino about the new recycling contract. Mr. Molino said a resolution will have to be passed to set the solid waste fee, which is done at a separate meeting. He said the latest this could be done is December 1st so that the fee can be placed on the tax bill. Mr. Molino will have recommendations for this at the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee meeting in November.
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
ABSENT: Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, amendments to the 2021 Tentative Budget and 2021-2025 Capital Program were recommended and filed by the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee on October 27, 2020,
and WHEREAS, a public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2020, 7:00 p.m., at the Legislative Chambers, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee,
That the 2021 Tentative Budget and 2021-2025 Capital Program submitted by the County Administrator is hereby amended in accordance with the recommendations of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, the action taken by this Legislature on this date, the Rules of the County Legislature, and Article 7 of County Law, for a total tax levy amount of $52,399,459, resulting in an approximate tax-levy increase of 2.21 percent and a county-wide average tax-rate of $6.21 per thousand, a decrease of -1.61 percent, RESOLVED, further, That because the value of a median-priced home increased from $190,000
in 2020 to $200,000 in 2021, the tentative budget as amended results in an increased tax payment of $42.77 on a median-priced home, RESOLVED, further, That this amended Tentative Budget will be presented at the November 10, 2020, Public Hearing on the budget. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-21
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.
Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes – Approved 12-1-20 Thursday, November 5, 2020 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Departed
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote 9:50 PM
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote 5:40 PM
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the proclamation and declared the month of November 2020 as Native American Heritage Month. Sachem Sam George was present to accept the Proclamation and spoke of traditions within his culture and thanked the Legislature for this proclamation.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne then read the Home Care Aide Appreciation Week proclamation. Her mother was a home health care worker for her first job when she immigrated to this country. Ms. Black thanked Frank Proto for bringing the proclamation to them and revamping it. She acknowledged this as one of the hardest jobs out there while also being the lowest paid. She thanked home health care aides for the work they do. Ms. Hendrix and Mr. Recckio will be putting together posters for the TCAT busses showing our thanks for the work home health care aides do.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the Veteran’s Day proclamation. Mr. Clairborne, Director of Veteran’s Services, was present to accept the proclamation and thanked the Legislature and everyone in Tompkins County for their support of the Veterans within the community. Legislator Lane thanked Legislator McKenna, Mr. Molino, and Legislator Dawson for their service to our Country.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced there would be an executive session this evening to discuss a personnel matter in relation to a particular employee. Mr. Wood also requested an executive session to
provide an update regarding a real estate matter.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no public present and there were no comments submitted.
Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Official(s)
Mr. McGonigal, City Council member, congratulated Legislator Kelles on her victory for being elected to the Assembly. Mr. McGonigal is hopeful it will bring big things to the County and the City. Ms. Kelles thanked Mr. McGonigal. City Council passed its budget last night. Within the budget, a part-time position was added at Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) and two police officer positions were restored. The police officer positions will start 7/1/2021. The Southside Community Center received more money than in the past because significant services were added on West Hill in the first ward. There is a grassroots effort to provide programming for children after school there. Mr. McGonigal said he will provide information on this programming in the future for anyone who wants to participate. He announced that this is his first
year serving on the GIAC board and the annual meeting will be held on December 3rd at 5:30 p.m. He then wished everyone a Happy Guy Fox day.
Mr. Granison asked about the police officer positions and if the City will be able to hire anyone for those two spots. Mr. McGonigal said it will depend on the civil service list, but the Chief was optimistic that there are good candidates.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne acknowledged Mr. Harry Smith and Black Hands Universal for making sure there are opportunities for children, especially children of color, to continue their education without barriers. Mr. Smith is partnering with the Southside Community Center and she spoke about his dedication to seeing this happen. Mr. McGonigal said there are two things Mr. Smith is doing: tutoring classes for kids at Just Because and preparing the community room at West Village for afterschool and tutoring programs. Mr. John congratulated Mr. McGonigal on the passing of the City budget. He then asked if there is any news on RIBS the bicycle program or Newman’s Golf Course. Mr. McGonigal said RIBS is overseen by the Southside Community Center and he believes they are planning on reopening but unsure
of when. He also does not know what the staffing will be. The Board of Directors at Southside would have the best answer. Mr. McGonigal said that he doesn’t believe the golf course will close and is hoping
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it will be up and running in 2021.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Lane congratulated Ms. Kelles on her election win stating she broke the curse of Legislators being elected to higher office. He is looking forward to working with her as she makes her way into State government. With Ms. Kelles going to Albany, there will be a vacancy on the Legislature, which will be filled by special election. That special election will have to be set by the Legislature. Ms. Kelles thanked Mr. Lane and others for their congratulations and well wishes. She said her time on the Legislature has been some of the best years of her life. She will continue to be engaged in the
community. She will also get the word out in her district regarding the special election and said she would like it to be inclusive.
Ms. Champion provided a book recommendation to fellow Legislators, Braiding Sweet Grass, by Robin Wall Kimmer. The author is an environmental biologist who teaches at SUNY.
Ms. Koreman acknowledged that the citizens of Tompkins County occupy the lands of the Cayuga Nation. She thanked Sachem Sam George and was hopeful he would stay until the end of the meeting to say a few words in his Native tongue. She also congratulated Ms. Kelles on her election to the New York State Assembly and believes she will do well representing the County. Ms. Robertson gave props to Ms. Kelles and acknowledged that this was an interesting year in trying to campaign. She extended congratulations and thanks to the Board of Elections, stating early voting went well and absentee counting will be underway soon. Ms. Robertson said we should all be proud of the amazing turnout of voters this year. She believes if we got rid of the electoral college, more people would vote because then everyone’s vote would really count.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne congratulated Ms. Kelles for running a great campaign. She then gave honor and thanks to Barbara Lifton who has served us well for almost 20 years as an Assemblywoman. Ms. Lifton has kept Tompkins County a place that she listened to and Mrs. McBean-Clairborne knows we
can look forward to Tompkins County continuing to be well represented. She then announced that on November 20th, GIAC will host its annual Harvest Fest dinner with meals to go. This is free to anyone who would like a meal. Meals are served from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Special Topical Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion
Ms. Darcy from Barton and Loguidice presented a final draft of the Route 13 study, which provided various scenarios for each of the intersections discussed. These intersections included Warren
Road, Route 366/NYSEG and Hanshaw Road in the Village of Lansing as well as Lower Creek Road and Route 366/Main Street in the Village of Dryden. Mr. Lane thanked Barton and Loguidice and Ms. Borgella from the County Planning Department for their efforts with the study. If it doesn’t do anything else, it at least raises awareness of the issues on the roadway within the County. This is the main route of travel into Tompkins County and is how many of the goods come into the County.
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Ms. Kelles asked about potential State funding and how that works if the County were interested in doing capital improvements along this roadway. Mr. de Aragon, Metropolitan Planning Organization Director, said that it is a State road; the State has jurisdiction and responsibility. Additionally, the State may tap into Federal funds for this project. There is room for local participation. In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. Ewald from Barton and Loguidice said there would be at least three different options reviewed for each intersection, including a roundabout option. Ms. Koreman questioned how a person is going to get through a roundabout; even though it keeps the cars moving, it creates a disadvantage for people utilizing that area.
Ms. Black thanked those involved in the collective group and said she thought the study was very useful. She stated she went for a bike ride a few weeks ago to see how people might be crossing the road
at Warren Road. She said it was near impossible to do and very dangerous. She is glad there has been a study done so recommendations can be received from the State. She did ask if in the future, bike paths and walkways could be a consideration.
State Route 13 Corridor Study - Report from Consultants Barton and Logiudice (ID#9625)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Chair's Appointment (ID # 9706)
RESULT: APPT'D BY CHAIR
Workforce Development Board
Carrie Whitmore - Mandated Partner, Higher Education representative; term expires June 30, 2021
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided a COVID-19 update. The total number of COVID cases are down in the County, and while hospitalizations are at 5, not all are County residents. Ithaca College will be resuming in person classes in February. There is still approximately another 15 weeks left in the appropriation funding the Legislature authorized for testing purposes. County administration has been filing FEMA reimbursements as quickly as possible. Mr. Klein asked for an update on hiring nurses to assist with the contact tracing effort. Mr. Kruppa said there are two people starting right after Thanksgiving with a third soon after hopefully.
Ms. Robertson asked if New York State would pick up 12.5% of the COVID-19 reimbursement. Mr. Molino said he is not sure but said it would be great if the State would pick up the 12.5% because it would lengthen the amount of time the County is able to offer testing at the mall site.
In response to Ms. Koreman, Mr. Molino said he believes the increase in the number of COVID-19 cases is due to an increase in testing and awareness across the country. Mr. Kruppa said he believes
the increase in testing is due to individuals seeing cases rising around us and also children being tested in
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relation to returning to school. The testing site is seeing symptomatic people as the winter season approaches. Ms. Dawson asked about someone coming in for testing; if they’re having symptoms, but it turns out its not COVID is it considered medically necessary or is the County paying for it. Mr. Kruppa confirmed that it is considered medically necessary. Mr. Granison asked for an update on a downtown testing facility. Mr. Kruppa said the County is working with Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) and will hopefully have an answer by the end of the month.
The facility will be inside as it is hard to facilitate a drive-through location downtown In response to Ms. Black, Mr. Kruppa said the questions that are asked of people scheduling their
testing appointments online determine the eligibility for their testing to be covered by the County. If they are not covered by the County funding, the individual will be billed by the hospital.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder stated the County's portion of the Casino Gaming receipts were down 84.2% for the 3rd quarter. There were no receipts from the Casino Gaming revenue in the 2nd quarter. He said the County has used all the money from the contingency fund, and the Finance Department will bring a resolution to Legislature to borrow from the reserves. Mr. Molino and Mr.
Snyder are going to require requests for payments out of the contingency fund be brought to their attention before these requests go onto Committee agendas.
In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Molino said that if the State does not fully reimburse the County for Code Blue, it would be categorized as a budget shortfall.
Mr. Snyder also supplied a Room tax report and said the year-to-date income is $804,000 versus almost $3 million last year.
Director of Finance Report - November 5, 2020 (ID#9721)
RESULT: COMPLETED
Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:45 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
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The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9589)
Strategic Tourism Planning Board Wendy Kobler - Ithaca College representative; term expires December 31, 2021 Arthur Keith - Lodging representative; term expires December 31, 2022
TCAT Board of Directors Frank Proto - Tompkins County representative, term expires December 31, 2023
Advisory Board Appointments (ID # 9628)
Emergency Response and Oversight Committee - no set terms Brian Robison - Director of Emergency Response representative
John Halaychik, Jr. - Tompkins County Communications Center Manager representative Greg Potter - Tompkins County Information Technology Services Director representative David Amaro - City of Ithaca Police Department representative Jerry Wright - Village Police Chief representative Chris Jordan - Volunteer Firefighter representative Mark Conrad - Campus Police representative Matt Van Houten - District Attorney
Resolution No. 2020-183: Resolution Authorizing a Public Hearing in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended (ID #9610)
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) intends to issue its Airport
Bond Anticipation Notes, 2021 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in the approximate aggregate principal amount of $13,000,000 (the “Series A Notes”), and
WHEREAS, proceeds from the sale of the Series A Notes will (i) finance the current refunding of the County’s $10,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series A Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to finance a capital
improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (the “Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, (ii) finance the current refunding of the County’s $3,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series C Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to provide new monies for the Project, and (iii) pay all or a portion of the costs incidental to the issuance of the Series A Notes, including issuance costs of the Series A Notes, and
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WHEREAS, the Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, the construction of a new federal customs facility and the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment, and payment
of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the
“Code”), interest on the Series A Notes will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Series A Notes is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Series A Notes and the nature and location of the facilities
financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Code, the Legislature hereby authorizes a public hearing before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on December 1, 2020, at 5:30 p.m. thereof concerning the Project and the proposed issuance of the Series A Notes. At such time and place all persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same. Such hearing may be held by teleconference accessible to the residents of the County by calling a toll-free telephone number and the County is not precluded from offering additional access to the hearing by other telephone numbers or by internet-based meeting technology.
Section 2. The Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED
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Resolution No. 2020-184: Appointment of Election Commissioner for 2021-2022 (ID #9619)
WHEREAS, Democrat Election Commissioner Stephen M. Dewitt's term is due to expire December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Democratic Committee, at its September 24, 2020, meeting recommended Stephen M. Dewitt for reappointment to a two-year term, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Tompkins County Democratic Committee and the Government Operations Committee, That Stephen M. Dewitt be and hereby is appointed Democratic
Party Elections Commissioner for the two-year term commencing January 1, 2021, and ending December
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Resolution No. 2020-185: Rent Forgiveness for Tenants in the Tompkins Center for History and Culture (ID #9682)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County established the Tompkins Center for History and Culture (the “TCHC”) in the Historic Trust Company Building on the Ithaca Commons as a home for community not-for-profit organizations that support and celebrate our local history and culture, and
WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, declared a State disaster emergency for the entire State of New York due to the public health danger presented by
COVID-19, and WHEREAS, following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tenants of the TCHC shifted
their operations to work remotely and all public spaces in the TCHC such as the CAP art gallery, downtown visitor center, and History Center exhibit hall were closed for several months, and WHEREAS, during this period, the County’s operational expenses for the TCHC were reduced substantially due to reduced cleaning, utility costs, and maintenance, and WHEREAS, several not-for-profit tenants of the TCHC have requested reduced rent due to financial stress also attributed to the pandemic, and WHEREAS, the History Center in Tompkins County, Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce), Community Arts Partnership, Wharton Studio Museum,
Dorothy Cotton Institute, Christopherson Center, Discover Cayuga Lake, Cayuga Chamber Orchestra, Historic Ithaca, comprise the current not-for-profit organizations renting space in the TCHC, and WHEREAS, a financial analysis of the TCHC indicates that the County is in a position to offer temporary relief of rent for all not-for-profit tenants in the TCHC without incurring significant risk, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature authorizes the County Administrator to waive rent for all not-for-profit tenants of the TCHC for a period not to exceed three months. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is November 16th at 1:00 p.m. This meeting will have a special presentation by St. John’s Church for shelter services and Code Blue.
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Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is November 19th at 9:00 a.m.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met today and discussed Legislator salaries for 2022-2026 and a resolution was passed authorizing the increase in salary beginning in 2022. The Committee also passed two other resolutions regarding the change of the County Charter in relation to the Rules of the Legislature.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting.
Committee members are invited to the Housing and Economic Development Committee meeting on November 17th to hear a presentation from the Climate and Sustainable Energy Committee. The next Committee meeting will be November 23rd at 1:30 p.m.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee’s next meeting is November 9th at 3:00 p.m. She said direct report evaluations of Ms. Covert and Mr. Wood are being done this year. This information is
available for Legislators in binders at the Chambers. Ms. Robertson said there will be an executive session at the end of the meeting on Monday to discuss this. Mr. Klein asked for an updated estimate for the 2020 budget shortfall. Mr. Molino said he will be issuing guidance to Department Heads and will have this information by the end of the month.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee met on October 28th. At the meeting, they discussed a proclamation for Native American Heritage month, which was presented tonight. She stated there are plaques going up around the community honoring the County’s Native American heritage. Also at the meeting, Ms. Carrithers provided an update on police reform. She said the Committee is combining the November and December meetings and the next meeting will be first week in December but an exact date is not known yet.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday, where they had a presentation from
Ryan Gregoire from New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). The Committee passed a resolution urging New York State to consider increasing taxes on the wealthiest. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for December 2nd.
Mr. Lane said he is glad this Committee was formed as he finds it to be very educational. He hopes this Committee continues. He believes the people they talk to appreciate the feedback they get
from the Committee. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if there has been any feedback on the resolutions that were passed through Committee and onto NYSAC. Ms. Robertson said she will go back and find information. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne is interested in knowing how the process works.
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Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee met a couple weeks ago. At that meeting, they received two good presentations, one of which was the IAED (Ithaca Area Economic Development) 2021 workplan. The next Committee meeting is scheduled for November 17th at 11:00 a.m. where the Climate and Sustainable Energy Committee will be presenting in the second half of the meeting.
Complete Census Count Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee had its final meeting on Monday. Overall, the census workers did a good job considering the COVID crisis. The Committee and workers had wonderful help from County Administration, local libraries, etc., and were very grateful for the help that was received.
Mr. Lane said the colleges were wonderful in working so hard for the total counts going back to April 1st.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The
next meeting will be November 12th at 4:00 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next
Committee meeting is scheduled for November 19th at 3:00 p.m. Mr. John reported that the Jail count is at 37 and remains at historically low levels.
Resolution No. 2020-186: Budget Adjustment - Department of Emergency Response (ID #9626)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, under Tompkins County’s Fiscal Policy (05-02, Section 4.02), adjustments between spending and revenues over $5,000 require approval by the corresponding Program Committee and the Full Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Department of Emergency Response applied for a grant to purchase interactive touch monitors for conference rooms, and WHEREAS, the grant was received and previously accepted, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following adjustments:
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REVENUE: 3411.44389 Other Public Safety Aid (Federal) $ 41,500 APPROPRIATIONS: 3410.54400 Program Expense $ 21,000 3410.52222 Communications Equipment $ 20,000 3410.52206 Computer Equipment $ 500 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
October 20, 2020
The minutes were approved by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by roll call
vote, to hold an executive session to discuss personnel issues related to a particular employee and a real estate matter. An executive session was held at 8:35 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:59 p.m.
Ms. Kelles was excused during the executive session.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:59 p.m.
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Attendance
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote 7:03 PM
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Excused
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Excused
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Excused
Public Hearing - Tentative 2021 Tompkins County Budget and the 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the public hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. concerning the
Tentative 2021 Tompkins County Budget and the 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program and asked if anyone wished to speak.
No one wished to speak and the public hearing was closed at 7:05 p.m. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said many comments were received through e-mail to Legislators during the process. The County Budget being considered is $52,399,459 in local share spending resulting in an approximate tax-levy increase of 2.21%. This tax change will result in an increase of approximately $42.77 on a median-priced home assessed in 2020 at $200,000.
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Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne, Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Departed
Shawna Black Vice Chair Present
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote 5:33 PM
Anna Kelles Member Remote 6:45 PM
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present 6:27 PM
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the proclamation declaring November 20th as Transgender Day of Remembrance 2020. Vanessa Taylor was present to receive the proclamation. Vanessa Taylor is working with individuals at Cornell University and Ithaca College to coordinate a community gathering
of unity candlelight vigil this Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. honoring and celebrating the lives of transgender people taken in 2020. The website for this event is www.bit.ly/TDoR2020. This event will be live streamed via Zoom and Facebook.
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced that there would be an executive session this evening to discuss real estate negotiations and a personnel issue relating to a specific person.
Mr. John arrived at this time.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
There was no public present and no comments were submitted.
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Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Official(s)
There were no municipal officials present.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Dawson thanked the 45,000+ people who turned out to vote in Tompkins County this year. She then thanked the 300 people who staffed the early voting locations, worked 16-hour days at the polls and counted 12,000 plus absentee ballots. Ms. Champion announced Tompkins County is going to have a new Poet Laureate, as the current Poet Laureate’s term expires December 31, 2020. She said anyone can nominate a person to this position
or they can nominate themselves. For anyone interested, they may contact the Community Arts Partnership directly.
Ms. Koreman thanked Ms. Taylor for accepting the proclamation on behalf of transgender individuals. She said the Human Rights Commission’s website reports that 2020 has seen at least 36 transgender individuals have been killed. These individuals were mostly black or of the Latinx
community. Mr. John discussed the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and their ability to disburse small grants. The IDA has a program that set up grants for daycare providers. There were four applicants for this program and the IDA distributed $33,000 to these locations for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the workers and for improvements to their facilities. Ms. Robertson said there is still $67,000 available in this fund for daycare providers to use. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne said that this Friday, November 20th, is the Greater Ithaca Activities Center’s (GIAC) Annual Harvest Festival dinner. This will not be a gathered meal but GIAC is providing to-go meals. Anyone interested in getting a meal may order through GIAC's website or call to order. Mr. Lane spoke of the recent passing of the First National Bank of Dryden President Ronald Denniston. He worked behind the scenes to make the community a better place.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced that Tompkins County Poet Laureate’s term expires at the end of this year. She is appointing Ms. Champion to the selection team for the new poet laureate. Mr.
Lane asked for the poet’s criteria to include writing a poem about Tompkins County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Reports from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided a COVID-19 update. There are 135 active cases currently in Tompkins County. Governor Cuomo issued new guidance recently regarding restaurants, bars and gyms. These facilities are to close at 10:00 p.m. and gatherings are to be kept to 10 people. Mr. Kruppa strongly discourages gatherings of any more than those who live with you. Trumansburg School District is and will be remote learning until November 30th due to cases within the district. Cornell University went to yellow level due to an increase in their testing.
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Mr. Kruppa said there is no significant change in the demographic data for those who’ve tested positive for COVID-19. Ms. Hendrix said there has been a slight increase in testing this past week and she will send an updated spreadsheet to Legislators. At the current testing rate, there are approximately 12-15 more weeks of County funding available for the Cayuga Medical mall testing site. In response to Ms. Koreman, Mr. Kruppa said those that are receiving a phone call from the Cayuga Medical mall testing site are those that have tested positive. Other results through the mall site can be found on their portal. Mr. Kruppa is not sure how other places are notifying those of their results.
Mr. Lane asked if Tompkins Cortland Community College was back to in-person classes. Ms. Hendrix confirmed that the College is conducting in-person classes but will be transitioning to remote learning after Thanksgiving.
Ms. Black asked for clarification regarding holiday travel and testing. Mr. Kruppa clarified that there is no quarantine or testing guidelines for the contiguous states, which includes Connecticut, New
Jersey, Vermont, and Pennsylvania. Any travel outside of those four states requires a 14-day quarantine unless the individual is outside of New York State for less than 72 hours. Once the individual has two negative results, they may resume their normal routine. In response to Mr. Granison, Ms. Hendrix stated that Tompkins County has received no reimbursement from FEMA for the surveillance testing. Mr. Molino said that no counties in New York have received FEMA reimbursement. Ms. Robertson said she has contacts at the National Association of Counties (NACo), and she will ask if anyone has received FEMA reimbursements related to COVID. Mr. Granison said the counties around Tompkins have numbers going off the charts. He asked what might be causing this and if it is going to impact the Tompkins County community. Mr. Kruppa
said it is already affecting Tompkins County to a degree because there are individuals that travel from those counties to Tompkins for work. Mr. Kruppa stated he doesn’t really know what’s affecting their numbers but stated our community has been very responsive to mask wearing and social distancing. Mr. Sigler said both vaccines for COVID would need to be kept very cold. He asked if the County has the capacity to take the vaccines if/when they become available. Mr. Kruppa said the hospital
is trying to acquire capacity for the colder of the two vaccines but stated that the Health Department, the hospital and Cornell University all currently have the capacity for the least cold of the two vaccines. Mr. John stated he is very happy the County is taking the step for setting up the funding for testing in our community. He extended a thank you to everyone that is at the mall working, allowing this testing to happen. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked for an update on the downtown testing facility. Ms. Hendrix said they are working through details now. She is hopeful to have something set up soon after Thanksgiving. The downtown site will be smaller than the mall facility and will more likely be an indoor venue by appointment only. The capacity at this site will be smaller and they are still finalizing where it will be.
Mr. Molino said he spoke with Mr. Talbot at Tompkins Cortland Community College. He said they did receive their payment from the State, less the 20% that was previously spoken about and at the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee meeting.
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Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report.
Report from the Finance Director
October 2020 Sales Tax Report (ID#9741)
Mr. Snyder provided an update for the October sales tax figures. He said October sales tax receipts are down 10.69% over last year with sales tax figures totaling an 11.88% decline from last year. These figures are improving slightly each month and he said there are two more months to share to round out the fiscal year. This figure is better than what was projected three months ago.
Mr. Molino said he is hopeful November and December will be better months for the County as we are still the lowest in sales tax revenues of all the counties in New York State.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne was excused at this time. Ms. Robertson noted that the sales tax for municipalities is down 8% and the City of Ithaca is
down 15%. Mr. Snyder said that it’s been that way since COVID hit and only time will tell with the final numbers.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the next Committee meeting is December 2nd at 11:30 a.m. The Committee will be hearing from the Assemblywoman-elect at that meeting.
Resolution No. 2020-187: Urging New York State to Increase Taxes on its Wealthiest Residents, Commensurate with Their Ability to Pay, to Help Address the State's Budget Deficits in the Aftermath of the Pandemic (ID #9713)
Ms. Kelles offered a revised title of "Urging New York State to Increase Taxes on its Wealthiest Residents, Commensurate with Their Ability to Pay, to Help Address the State's Budget Deficits in the Aftermath of the Pandemic". This was accepted as a friendly amendment.
Ms. Kelles spoke about the resolution and said it is aimed toward the 119 billionaires in New York State as they have seen an 8.5% increase in their wealth since the pandemic began.
Mr. Sigler said the problem is their taxes are not going to go up and stated there are only 92 billionaires in New York now, not 119. There is a mass exodus of residents in New York in general. There would need to be something like a stock transfer tax in order to address the issue. The resolution as
it is does not address the problem. Ms. Robertson said that’s why the word “help” is in the title. There needs to be a balanced approach, and this is one way to do it. She believes it is irresponsible to not look at increasing the taxes of the most wealthy.
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The resolution was adopted by roll call vote. Following the vote, Ms. Kelles was excused.
RESULT: ADOPTED [11 TO 2]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David
McKenna, Martha Robertson
NAYS: Glenn Morey, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the impacts from COVID-19 are not just health-related, but also have caused unprecedented damage to the economy of New York State, to the economic security of New York families, and to the state’s ability to raise revenue for critical programs such as public health, education, unemployment benefits, the social safety net, critical infrastructure, and the ability to fight the disease itself, and WHEREAS, the effects of the pandemic are being disproportionately felt by black and brown communities, people who live in more crowded housing, essential workers who cannot work remotely, and people with less access to health care, and
WHEREAS, in contrast, numerous reports, such as in Forbes Magazine, indicate that the pandemic has increased the wealth of those at the highest end of the income scale, as the values of
financial assets have been supported by widespread policy intervention while support for employment and wages has lagged, and
WHEREAS, according to the Manhattan Institute, “…rewarding the wealthy and further damaging the vulnerable, the coronavirus is likely to accelerate not only the growing concentration of economic power, but widen income inequality which has destroyed the American dream for so many,” exacerbating the pre-existing income and wealth disparities in New York State, and
WHEREAS, in September 2020, more than 2.5 million New Yorkers were unemployed, and in Tompkins County, the unemployment rate currently sits just under 10%, and WHEREAS, New York State faces a $14.5 billion gap in revenues this year, and likely additional budget gaps in following years, deficits which cannot possibly be filled solely by cutting essential services, and
WHEREAS, austerity measures that cut broad-based, essential programs for the most vulnerable will not only damage the health and wellbeing of our families and our communities, they will also impede
a quick economic recovery, and WHEREAS, numerous bills have already been introduced into the New York State Legislature that would raise billions of dollars, through mechanisms such as raising the marginal tax rate on income for the ultra-wealthy, the pied-à-terre tax on vacant second homes worth more than $5 million, a wealth
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tax, stock buyback surcharges, and reinstating a stock transfer tax, and WHEREAS, historical evidence shows that the ultra-wealthy do not leave New York en masse when their tax rates go up, such as when the first millionaire’s tax of a 1.1% increase was enacted after the 2009 economic collapse, or when the federal 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) reduced higher-income households’ ability to deduct their state and local taxes (SALT) on their federal returns, and WHEREAS, polling indicates widespread support for raising taxes on the wealthy rather than cutting essential services to fill the budget shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, now therefore be
it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee, That
the Tompkins County Legislature urges the New York State Legislature to pass, and Governor Cuomo to sign, measures to increase taxes paid by New York’s wealthiest residents to support the health and welfare of all New Yorkers, preserving essential state services for those who need them the most,
RESOLVED, further, That a copy of this resolution be sent to the Governor Andrew Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, Senators Tom O’Mara and Pamela Helming, Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton, Assembly Chair of Local Governments Fred Thiele, Assembly Ways and Means Chair Helene Weinstein, Assembly Real Property Taxation Chair Sandy Galef, Senate Chair of Budget and Revenues Brian Benjamin, Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger, Senate Local Governments Chair James Gaughran, and NYSAC. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna,
Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Kelles, McBean-Clairborne
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9712)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Deanna Carrithers - County Staff Representative; term expiring December 31, 2020 and 2023
Environmental Management Council Marc Devokaitis - Village of Trumansburg representative; term expires December 31, 2021
Jeff Walker - Village of Cayuga Heights representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Maureen Bolton - Town of Enfield representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Ron Szymanski - Village of Freeville representative; term expires December 31, 2022
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Historical Commission Susan Currie - term expires December 31, 2023 Sandra K. List - term expires December 31, 2023 Eve Snyder - term expires December 31, 2023 John Wertis - term expires December 31, 2023 Michael J. McGandy - term expires December 31, 2022 Strategic Tourism Planning Advisory Board - terms expire December 31, 2023 Deborah Mohlenhoff - Tompkins Cortland Community College representative
Monika Roth - Agriculture representative
Resolution No. 2020-188: Correction of Errors (ID #9693)
WHEREAS, it is important that official minutes and reports be accurately written, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Clerk of the Legislature be and hereby is authorized to correct any manifest errors in the 2021 minutes of the Legislature or in reports of any committees. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-189: To Amend Resolution No. 2019-289 of December 17, 2019 - Determination and Certification of County Clerk’s Allowance - Annual Expenses for Administering Mortgage Tax (ID #9637)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 262 of the Tax Law, recording officers and treasurers are entitled to receive all their necessary expenses for purposes of administering mortgage taxes in their offices on approval and allowance by the New York State Tax Commission, and WHEREAS, the State Tax Commission, by resolution duly adopted July 1, 1946, did determine
that such mortgage tax expenses be approved at the amount certified to the State Tax Commission by County Board of Representatives [Tompkins County Legislature] provided it is a reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses, and
WHEREAS, the County Clerk has conducted a cost analysis and has recommended that the allowance for mortgage tax expenses be increased from $305,210 per annum to $314,016 per annum, and
WHEREAS, in addition, the Finance Director has conducted a cost analysis and has recommended that the allowance for the treasurer’s expense for administering the mortgage tax be increased from $21,200 per annum to $21,836 per annum, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the sum of $314,016 per annum be, and the same hereby is, determined as a reasonable and necessary allowance of the Tompkins County Clerk, the recording officer of the County of Tompkins, for the hire of clerks and assistants and other expenses to assist in the administration of the mortgage recording tax law in her office, and that the sum of $21,836 per annum be, and the same hereby is, determined as a reasonable and necessary allowance of the Tompkins County Finance Director, to assist in the administration of the
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mortgage tax funds, and that said sum of $335,852 is hereby certified to the State Tax Commission as the reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this resolution, with her original signature thereon, to the State Tax Commission, RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-190: Resolution to Update the Administrative Policy Manual: Policy 11-05: Retention and Disposition of Records (ID #9705)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Tompkins County Administrative Manual Policy 01-04, Legislative approval (a formal vote) is required for new policies or for changes to existing policy, and
WHEREAS, Policy 11-05: Retention and Disposition of Records includes updates to definitions, policy, and procedure consistent with recent changes to New York Local Government Records Law, and WHEREAS, the policy above has been updated by the respective responsible departments and further reviewed by County staff and Legislators, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the changes to Policy 11-05 is hereby adopted in the Administrative Policy Manual. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-191: Approval of the 2020 and 2021 Amendments to the Municipal Cooperative Agreement for the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium (ID #9701)
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is a Participant in the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium (the "Consortium"), a municipal cooperative organized under Article 47 of
the New York Insurance Law, and WHEREAS, the municipal participants in the Consortium, including this body, have approved
and executed a certain Municipal Cooperation Agreement (the "Agreement"; effective date of October 1, 2010) and the 2020 and 2021 Amendments that provide for the operation and governance of the Consortium, and WHEREAS, Article 47 of the New York Insurance Law (the "Insurance Law") and the rules and regulations of the New York State Department of Financial Services set forth certain requirements for governance of municipal cooperatives that offer self-insured municipal cooperative health insurance plans, and WHEREAS, the Agreement sets forth in Section Q2 that continuation of the Consortium under the terms and conditions of the Agreement, or any amendments or restatements thereto, shall be subject to
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Board review on the fifth (5th) anniversary date and upon acceptance of any new Participant hereafter, and WHEREAS, by motion 005-2020 and adopted on November 5, 2020, the Consortium's Board of Directors recommends approval of the 2020 and 2021 amended agreements based on review of the document by the Governance Structure/MCA Review Committee, the New York State Department of Financial Services, and the Consortium’s legal counsel, and WHEREAS, the Municipal Cooperative Agreement requires that amendments to the agreement be presented to each participant for review and adopted by its municipal board,
WHEREAS, Tompkins County is in receipt of the proposed amended Agreement(s) and has determined that it is in the best interest of its constituents who are served by the Consortium to amend the
Agreement as set forth in the attached 2020 and 2021 Amended Municipal Cooperative Agreements, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Tompkins County approves and authorizes the Chief Executive Officer to sign the 2020 and 2021 Amendments to the Municipal Cooperative Agreement of the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized to execute this Resolution to indicate its approval, transmit a copy thereof to the Board of Directors of the Greater Tompkins County Municipal Health Insurance Consortium, and take any other such actions as may be required by law. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is November 19th at 9:00 a.m.
Mr. Klein said there is a lot of information on the agenda regarding a substantial increase in the solid waste fee and encouraged Legislators and others to tune in if interested.
Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. She said that she, Mr. Klein, and Mr. John have continued to work on the Rules of the Legislature. The next
Committee meeting is December 3rd at 1:45 p.m.
Resolution No. 2020-192: Designation of Newspaper (ID #9694)
Ms. Champion explained that this a yearly resolution where a newspaper needs to be designated to publish notices, etc. She discussed the lack of journalistic resources in Tompkins County. Mr. Sigler said he votes against this resolution every year as he believes it is ridiculous that the State requires notices to be printed in a daily newspaper. This is not the way to disseminate information to people since this isn’t really a local newspaper anymore. Mr. Sigler said he believes the Legislature needs to look at this a different way.
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Ms. Dawson said she voted yes on this previously because it is a New York State requirement, but she agrees with Mr. Sigler. She said the Legislature should push a resolution or action with the State to recognize that many places in the State do not have a daily newspaper. Mr. Lane said that both Mr. Sigler and Ms. Dawson are correct. He wishes the notices could be placed with the local weekly newspapers the County has. Mr. Wood stated that this is a State law requiring notices and local laws to be published in a
designated newspaper. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [9 TO 3]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Amanda Champion, Henry Granison, Rich John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman,
Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson
NAYS: Shawna Black, Deborah Dawson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature must annually designate an official newspaper, and WHEREAS, there is only one daily newspaper in Tompkins County, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the official newspaper for the County of Tompkins for the publication of all local laws, notices and other matters
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Resolution No. 2020-193: Authorizing a Public Hearing on Local Law No. c of 2020 – A Local Law Amending Section 205 and Section 209 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter (ID #9710)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn
Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, amendment of the County Charter is necessary in order to be consistent with the newly revised Rules of the Legislature, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That a public hearing be held before the Tompkins County Legislature in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, 121 East Court Street, Ithaca, New York, on December 1, 2020, at 5:30 o’clock in the evening thereof concerning proposed Local Law No. c of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Section 205 and Section 209 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter. At such time and place all
persons interested in the subject matter will be heard concerning the same, RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is hereby authorized and directed to place proper notice of such public hearing in the official newspaper of the County. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee will meet November 23rd at 1:30 p.m. and highlighted
the agenda topics.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met on November 9th. There were a lot of end of year
resolutions on the agenda. The next meeting is December 14th where the Committee will look at the rollover policy.
Ms. Robertson discussed the Health Consortium, which now has 49 members. She said this has saved taxpayers millions of dollars over the last few years.
Resolution No. 2020-194: Adoption of 2021 Tompkins County Budget and 2021-2025 Tompkins County Capital Program (ID #9724)
Ms. Robertson said there is a slight change to the resolution in the fourth and fifth Resolved to change the tax rate decrease from 1.61% to 1.60% and the amount of $42.77 to $42.87 on a median-priced home assessed in 2020 at $200,000. Mr. Molino said this is a slight change that happens every year. Mr. Lane stated he is proud of the budget process in Tompkins County. He extended many thanks to Mr. Molino, Mr. Snyder, and Mr. McGuire for their tireless work in the process.
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The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn
Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Recommended Budget for the year 2021 and the proposed 2021-2025 Capital Program have been presented to the Legislature by the Budget Officer on September 8, 2020, and a Tentative Budget for the year 2021 and the proposed 2021-2025 Capital Program were adopted by the Legislature for public review on October 29, 2020, and a public hearing was held on November 10, 2020, and all persons desiring to be heard concerning same have been heard, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Expanded Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee,
That pursuant to Section 5.07 of the County Charter, the said proposed budget as amended is adopted, subject to the correction of manifest errors by the Clerk of the Legislature and the Budget Officer, as the budget of Tompkins County for the year 2021, RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Sections 5.03, 5.04, and 5.05 of the County Charter, the several amounts specified in such budget opposite each item of expenditure set forth in the column
adopted are appropriated for the objects and purposes specified, effective January 1, 2021, RESOLVED, further, That the sum of $52,399,459 required to meet the local share of expenses and costs of county government in Tompkins County for the fiscal year 2021 as set forth in the budget be assessed against, levied upon, and collected from the taxable property of the nine towns and the city liable therefore, RESOLVED, further, That this change will result in an approximate tax-levy increase of 2.21%, rising above the Tompkins County adjusted tax cap of approximately 0.88% as calculated according to New York State’s formula, an approximate tax rate of $6.21 per $1,000 of assessed value, which amounts to a rate decrease of approximately 1.60%, and a decrease of 2.08% in local spending,
RESOLVED, further, That this tax change will result in an increase of approximately $42.87 on a median-priced home assessed in 2020 at $200,000, RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Section 5.07 of the County Charter, the said proposed Capital Program as amended is adopted, subject to the correction of manifest errors by the Clerk of the
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee hasn’t met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for December 2nd at 3:30 p.m. She reminded everyone of Dr. Clarke’s monthly Brown Bag event series; this month’s topic is “Centering Racial and Other Forms of Equity in Our Work.” This event takes place this Friday, November 20th at noon on the County’s YouTube channel.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Mr. Sigler, Vice Chair, said the Committee met this morning where they discussed the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and climate and sustainable energy items. Ms. Dawson provided an overview of the presentation the Committee received regarding green workforce development in
Tompkins County. Following discussion about process, Mr. John said that as Chair of the IDA he believes it would
be helpful to put together a report and that the IDA be involved as a stakeholder. The IDA has helped provide incentives for some of the most energy-efficient buildings within Tompkins County. Ms. Dawson agreed and said they have worked and accomplished great improvements in the community.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee met on November 12th. At the meeting, the Committee discussed scenarios 9, 9.1 and 10 for the Tioga Street property. At the end of the discussion, it was determined that scenario 9.1 was the favorite option of those present, but Mr. McKenna said it is not guaranteed that this will be the end result. The Committee will meet again December 10th at 4:00 p.m. Ms. Dawson asked for clarification on scenario 9.1. Mr. Molino shared the scenario slides from the presentation and said that this scenario is to restore the older, red building, add two residential houses, and more parking spaces.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee will be meeting this Thursday at 3:00 p.m. He encourages anyone who wants to speak to the Committee to reach out to the Clerk of the Legislature. He believes there will be a report from Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARS) on their methadone clinic and a report from the Police Reform Group. Mr. John said the Jail population is currently at 41.
Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Dawson, Vice Chair, said the Committee did not meet this month. There will be a special meeting at 4:00 p.m. before the next Legislature meeting to approve advisory board appointments. The
next full Committee meeting will be December 21st at 1:00 p.m.
Resolution No. 2020-195: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - 2019 Community Outreach Worker (COW) Program Payment to Family & Children's Service of Ithaca (ID #9631)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn
Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Legislature on May 21, 2019, in Resolution 2019-103 increased by $25,000 the appropriation to support the Community Outreach Worker (COW) program
provided by Family & Children’s Service of Ithaca under a multi-party agreement that also included Tompkins County, City of Ithaca, and the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and WHEREAS, although the work of the COW program was carried out in 2019, the County was not provided with the necessary contract documents during that year, such documents being necessary in order to encumber the additional appropriation and make the agreed-upon payments, and
WHEREAS, although the originally budgeted $20,000 had been encumbered under the existing contract, was able to be rolled into 2020, and was recently paid to Family & Children’s Service, the additional unencumbered $25,000 ceased to be available after December 31, 2019, leaving the legislative intent behind the additional appropriation unfulfilled, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Health and Human Services and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the County Administrator or his designee be and hereby is authorized to
enter into a two-party contract with Family & Children’s Service of Ithaca for payment in the amount of $25,000 for the additional Community Outreach Worker programming that was delivered in the community in 2019,
RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be and hereby is directed to make the following budget adjustment in the 2020 Budget: FROM: Contingent Fund 1990.54400 PROGRAM EXPENSE $25,000 TO: County Administration 1230.54442 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $25,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
October 29, 2020
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RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Sigler, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Klein, Koreman, Lane, McKenna,
Morey, Robertson, Sigler
EXCUSED: Anna Kelles, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
Recess
Ms. Black, Vice Chair, declared recess at 7:52 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m.
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Robertson, seconded by Mr. Klein, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote by members present, to hold an executive session to discuss real estate negotiations and personnel issues relating to a particular employee. An executive session was held at 8:00 p.m. and returned to open session at 8:28 p.m.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
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Public Hearings
Public Hearing in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue
Code of 1986, as Amended
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the public hearing to order at 5:31 p.m. concerning the proposed Issuance by the County of its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2021 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in the approximate aggregate principle amount of $13,000,000 (the “Series A
Notes”) and read the following notice: The proceeds from the sale of the Series A Notes will (I) finance the current refunding of the
County’s $10,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series A Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to finance a capital improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (the
“Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, (ii) finance the current refunding of the County’s $3,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series C Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to provide new monies for the Project, and (iii) pay all or a portion of the costs incidental to the issuance of the Series A Notes, including issuance costs of the Series A Notes. The Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, the construction of a new federal customs facility and the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of
Warren Road also on Airport property, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment, and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work.
The County is the owner and operator of the Airport. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne asked if anyone was interested in speaking. No member of the
public wished to speak or submitted comments. Mr. Lane stated that the list of projects at the Airport is quite expansive and is something the County has been working on for a number of years. He thanked all those involved with this project. Ms. Kelles understands there are some concerns over a marked vehicle being an ICE vehicle but clarified that a customs officer will be coming from the Syracuse area in a marked vehicle when an expected flight is coming into the Airport. She believes that when ICE arrives they are not in a marked vehicle. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne closed the public hearing at 5:39 p.m.
Public Hearing concerning proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the second public hearing to order at 5:39 p.m. concerning
proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article
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2 of the Tompkins County Charter and asked if anyone wished to speak. There were no comments from the public and closed the public hearing at 5:40 p.m.
Call to Order
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne called the regular meeting to order at 5:40 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status
Shawna Black Vice Chair Remote
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Announcements of Executive Sessions, Reordering of Business, and Special Orders of the Day
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne announced there will be an executive session this evening to discuss
personnel matters relating to a particular person.
Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read the following comment submitted by Travis Nevins:
“To the Legislatures and the Public,
“My name is Travis Nevins and I work with the Painters and Allied Trades Union. I am also a resident of Ithaca. I am very excited about some of the conversations that have been had recently regarding the CaSE report and the recommendations made within that report. “I hope that all of the legislatures will consider the recommendations in the CaSE report for future policy. “In regards to the content involving the IDA, I believe that Tompkins County has done a great job
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attracting developers to the area. This is evident as we look at all of the developments popping up. “That said, I think that we can do more for the community and the local workforce. I believe that the IDA can increase the amount of local workers on these projects without scaring off the developers. The first step to this process is to include local labor in the discussion. “It is my understanding that the County Legislatures have the power to make appointments to the Tompkins County IDA. I ask that the County consider making Labor an appointment to the IDA.
“I think that labor can bring knowledge and resources to the IDA if given a seat in the future. The labor reps that could assume such a role are cognizant of the challenges of the IDA that reach far past labor. If labor did get a chance to sit on the IDA, I want to let you know that it would be as a representative of the
community just as much as labor. We are all in this together and we (labor) recognize that labor is a small piece of the overall puzzle. I do not say this to discount the goals of labor, as we believe the value of a middle class sustainable career are vitally important. I am saying this to let you know that the
responsibilities that the County Legislatures and the IDA face are far reaching and require careful thought and execution. This is not lost on me or my colleagues. “In conclusion, I believe not having labor at the table when discussing upcoming developments is a disservice to the community and I hope that the County will consider appointing Labor to the IDA to better accommodate the constituents of the County.”
Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Official(s)
Mr. McGonigal, City Council member, said the Council meets tomorrow. There are major development projects on the horizon in College Town and Six Mile Creek and Taughannock Boulevard. The City of Ithaca received a Federal grant to study changes on Route 13, between Perry’s Ice Cream and Dey Street. The City also received a grant to fund a LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) program, ancillary to the Police Department. On the agenda for the City Council’s meeting tomorrow night is a vote on whether or not to allow dogs on the Commons.
Mr. Sigler asked how much the grant for the Route 13 study would be. Mr. McGonigal said it is a 50/50 grant for up to approximately $2.5 million. He said the City doesn’t have enough money to do the whole thing, but they will do half of it, which should be a good start.
In response to Ms. Robertson, Mr. McGonigal said the Route 13 study would allow for better/additional pedestrian access and walkways to be installed. He also said that the LEED grant is for
$900,000 over three years. Mr. Granison asked about the time frame for the College Town project. Mr. McGonigal is not sure as the project is asking for beyond what the current zoning is. Mr. Granison asked if Mr. McGonigal thought the dogs on the Commons vote was going to pass. Mr. McGonigal said he is going to vote against it, but he believes it will pass.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Mr. Klein discussed the Distinguished Youth Award, which has been something the Legislature has done for many years in conjunction with the Cayuga Radio Group. The ceremony used to be held in the Legislature Chambers but now the ceremony for these awards are taking place at Cayuga Radio Group due to the pandemic. Two awards were recently awarded to Avery Roberts of Groton and Jenna Goodwin
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of Newfield. Ms. Black acknowledged the deaths of three residents at Oak Hill Manor nursing home due to COVID. She extended thoughts and well wishes to the families of these residents on behalf of the Legislature. Mr. Lane spoke about his experience with the Industrial Development Agency (IDA). He believes the seats on the IDA should be increased from seven to nine, which would take State legislation to complete. Mr. John stated that, as Chair of the IDA, he believes this is a worthy topic to discuss. He
would like to add a labor representative to the team and will be adding this topic to the IDA’s agenda, which meets a week from tomorrow. Ms. Kelles voiced her support for this discussion.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne acknowledged and thanked Cornell University for recognizing Tompkins County government with one of their TOGO awards on November 21st. Mr. Molino, Mr. Kruppa and Mrs. McBean-Clairborne were present to accept the award. This was awarded to the County
for all of the work done to help combat and control the corona virus. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne spoke of the residents the community has lost due to of COVID. She reflected on Dr. Fauci and other scientists who have been warning of a second wave and a potential third wave of the virus. She said that we all ought to be listening to them and taking them seriously. She knows and acknowledges how hard it is to be without family and friends during this time. She said that unless we are all biting the bullet and hanging in there, following the guidance put in place in order to get past this, more than the 250,000 have already lost their lives. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne is appealing and begging folks to be mindful and careful; do your part to protect the health of others. On Thursday, December 3rd, the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) Board of Directors is holding their annual meeting, and all are invited. The meeting will be done using the Facebook live platform. She gave a shout out to the community and volunteers for everyone who stopped by GIAC on November 20th for the annual harvest dinner. GIAC provided over 700 prepared meals for community
residents. Many people have sent notes of gratitude and posts on Facebook as well. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne reminded people to please turn in the United Way donation forms and
said she would love to have one hundred percent participation from Tompkins County. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne had no appointments.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report. Mr. Klein asked for an update regarding the ongoing opioid lawsuits. Mr. Wood responded that the proceedings continue to be adjourned due to COVID.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder reported that there are now only six properties for next year’s real estate auction. Mr. Granison asked for the final amount of the contingency that will be attributed this year. Mr.
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Snyder said the additional amount for appropriations is $694,000. He then said the County will need to plan for an additional $200,000 over that amount for additional appropriations. Mr. Snyder said he will be bringing a resolution to the next Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee for an additional $1,000,000 for the contingency fund. In response to Ms. Dawson, Mr. Molino stated that the budget deficit is based on a broad scope of items and isn’t only defined by the additional monies needed for the contingency fund.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino provided an updated COVID presentation. He echoed Mrs. McBean-Clairborne’s
statement and said the virus is going to get worse before it gets better. Mr. Molino said that the brighter side to this pandemic has been a better relationship with community partners.
Mr. Kruppa said the charts in the presentation show how COVID has progressed within the community and stated that the County currently has the most active cases to date. The Health Department recently had to submit a COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan to the New York State Department of
Health. The County may have a vaccine in hand some time in December. The downtown testing location is open and operational. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a saliva collection site, not a cheek swab. Individuals need to spit three milliliters of saliva into a sample tube and they cannot eat, drink, or use tobacco for thirty minutes before the test. The downtown site is aimed toward those who have trouble accessing the mall site but there is off street parking available. Appointments are necessary for this and the mall testing site location. Ms. Robertson said she saw a news article that was unclear about payment options and wants to make sure that any County resident can get a free test at the downtown site as well. Mr. Kruppa confirmed that is correct.
In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Kruppa confirmed that the cost to the County is the same at both testing facilities.
Ms. Kelles asked if someone had a set amount of training for case investigation if it would be safe to have someone who isn’t a nurse doing the calls for those who are positive or having symptoms. Mr.
Kruppa said that while there is no requirement that a nurse has to make these calls, it is a decision that has been made locally. In most instances, the individual who has tested positive would have questions regarding their health and if it was not a nurse making initial contact, he believes it would decrease the quality of the current system as it would create the need for a call back to the person. Mr. Klein asked what the County is doing to find additional help for the Health Department nurses to allow for time off and asked for the nurses’ schedules to be sent the Legislature. Mr. Kruppa said he would look into this. Mr. Klein would also like a follow-up as to why the County cannot hire a nurse off the street. The County is in a State of Emergency and needs the additional help of more nurses. Ms. Hendrix stated that the County has not received any FEMA reimbursement to date.
Mr. Lane asked if the County is tracking similarly to what happened with the Flu epidemic in 1918. Mr. Kruppa said he doesn’t know.
Mr. Granison asked if additional volunteers would help with staffing issues that Mr. Klein asked
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about. Mr. Kruppa said that it is very hard to utilize people for only a few hours at a time. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Kruppa said that he believes the State will be receiving the PFISER vaccine first, followed by the Moderna vaccine. He stated that these are multi-dose vaccines and individuals will need a second dose a few weeks after the first. The County does not have a choice on which will be given. Ms. Robertson asked if there is a local plan in place for priorities or if the County will follow the State’s list of priorities. Mr. Kruppa said the list of priorities will come from the Federal government.
The only time the County will make a priority list is if enough vaccines are not received for the healthcare workers. Mr. Kruppa and the Health Department are working with the hospital to come up with a plan if this were to happen.
Ms. Kelles asked if there is a system in place or a way to develop testing for those that are home bound. Mr. Kruppa replied if they are home bound, their exposures would be limited, and any home
health aides should be getting testing as part of their employment. Ms. Koreman clarified that individuals who go to the downtown site, pick up a kit and go out to their car or take it home and bring it back. Mr. Kruppa confirmed and encouraged people to get it done as soon as possible. Ms. Koreman asked if someone could pick up a kit for a home bound individual. Mr. Kruppa will look into this.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Resolution No. 2020-196: Establishing Unit Charge for 2021 Solid Waste Annual Fee (ID #9734)
Ms. Eckstrom, Recycling and Materials Management Director, provided a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Solid Waste fee and the five-year projections. She discussed the process the Department has gone through to get to this point. There will be public communication going out about the rate increase. In response to Mr. Granison, Ms. Eckstrom confirmed that the five-year layout
presented is for budgeting purposes only. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the unit charge for the 2021 Solid Waste Annual Fee has been recommended by the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, That the Unit
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Charge for the 2021 Solid Waste Annual Fee be established at $70.00 per billing unit, which is a ten dollar increase over the 2020 Solid Waste Annual Fee. ATTACHMENT A: SCHEDULE OF RATES PROPERTY CLASS ‘USED AS’ CODE
(A) Single family residences 210,240,241,242,250,280 Mobile Homes 270,271,416 Churches Z32
Unit Charge: One billing unit per Church or living unit
(B)
Two-family residences All 220’s and other residences with two living units
Unit Charges: Two billing units, except if verified as owner occupied and used as a single unit, the charge is one billing unit.
(C) Multi-unit residences 3 or more units 230’s Apartments A01 - A07
Rooming houses: 418 2.5 beds = 1 billing unit Unit Charges: One billing unit per living unit
(D) Colleges & Schools: All tax exempt parcels owned by the colleges
Unit Charges: BOCES $57,682 Cornell University $248,478
Ithaca College $61,503 Tompkins Cortland Community College $9,356 Total Colleges: $377,019
(E) Recreation and Warehouse (except row storage) All K’s, Z01-Z11, Z19-Z26, F01- Unit Charges: $0.0259/sq.ft. F04, F06, F07,F08 F10, F11
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(F) Wholly Exempt Homes for the Aged 633 Wholly Exempt Other HealthCare Facilities 642 Unit Charges: $0.0259/sq.ft.
(G)
All other All property classes and ‘used as’ codes not listed elsewhere in a specific category Unit Charges: $0.0519/sq.ft.
(H) Seasonal Residences 260 Property must be classified as a seasonal residence by the Tompkins County Assessment Dept. Unit Charge: One-half (1/2) billing units per living unit.
(I) No fee assessed: Row storage F05
Small Churches (under 20 weekly attendance) Non-contributive area Z98 Local government - all tax exempt parcels owned by the city, towns,
villages, and county within Tompkins County.
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Housing and Economic Development Committee
Resolution No. 2020-197: Affirming Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) Recommendation To Increase The ITCTC Staff Director's Salary (ID #9680)
The following Whereas statement by Ms. Robertson was accepted as friendly and added as the second Whereas: “WHEREAS, expenses for the ITCTC, including all salaries and fringes, are paid through a federal grant program, and”. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, Tompkins County entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) on September 30, 1992 agreeing that “…..staff will be hosted by
Tompkins County as an administrative rather than a reporting arrangement…… staff is selected by the Council [with] staffing plan, staff qualifications and salary schedule established by the Council”, and WHEREAS, expenses for the ITCTC, including all salaries and fringes, are paid through a federal grant program, and
WHEREAS, Board Resolution No. 99 of 1993 “Clarification of Employment Status - Position of Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council Planning Director” stated the following: “…the position of Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council Planning Director shall be entitled to the terms and conditions of employment established by this [County] Board for management employees unless otherwise recommended by the Council and established by this [County] Board of Representatives”, and WHEREAS, on March 14, 2000, the Director’s salary was modified by ITCTC resolution 2000-01 above
the management salary range with the stipulation that the Host Agency, Tompkins County, execute the necessary administrative procedures to implement this modification, and WHEREAS, on February 5, 2002, the Tompkins County Board of Representatives passed Resolution No. 6 Affirming Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council (ITCTC) recommendation to establish the ITCTC Planning Director's salary above the salary range, and WHEREAS, on October 20, 2020, the ITCTC Policy Committee passed Resolution 2020-05 to adjust the salary of the Staff Director, effective January 1, 2021, by 2%, and WHEREAS, in keeping with the County’s requirement that salaries established above the salary range be authorized exclusively by resolution, and to establish or affirm recommendations made by ITCTC that are contrary to the terms and conditions of employment for management staff, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the Tompkins County Legislature affirm the 2% increase of the salary for the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council Planning Director to a total of $95,066, effective January 1, 2021, as approved by the
Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 7:51 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:00 p.m.
Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9700)
Air Service Board - terms expire December 31, 2023 Larry Baum - At-large representative David Punty - At-large representative
Emergency Response and Oversight Committee Erik Dauber - NYS Police representative; no set term Julie Holcomb - City of Ithaca Clerk representative; no set term
Jennifer Olin - Tompkins County Sheriff representative; no set term STOP-DWI Advisory Board
Stacy Cangelosi Mike - Alcoholism Council representative; term expires December 31, 2023 Criminal Justice Advisory/Alternatives-to-Incarceration Board Bridgette Nugent - Youth Services Department representative; term expires December 31, 2023 Advisory Board on Indigent Representation - terms expire December 31, 2023 Joseph Kirby Suzanne V. Reine, Esq. Aubrey Hetznecker Community Mental Health Services Board Amanda Caughey - term expires December 31, 2022 Water Resources Council
Arthur Tauck - Business and Industry representative; term expires December 31, 2021 Elizabeth Thomas - Recreation representative; term expires December 31, 2022 Annie Bastoni - At-large representative; term expires December 31, 2022
Terms expire December 31, 2023: Elizabeth Cameron - Environmental Health representative
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A. Fay Benson - Agriculture representative Linda Waganet - At-large representative Michelle Henry - Environmental Management Council representative Sharon Anderson - Cooperative Extension representative Kristen Hychka - Municipal representative Stephanie Redmond - At-large representative Environmental Management Council - terms expire December 31, 2022 Joey Diana Gates - At-large
Susan Riley - At-large representative Andra Benson - Town of Lansing representative
Agriculture and Farmland Protection Board - terms expire December 31, 2024 Norman Davidson - Farmer representative John P. Fleming - Farmer representative
Planning Advisory Board - terms expire December 31, 2023 Leslie Schill - Education representative Fernando de Aragon - Transportation representative Joseph L. Blowes - Housing representative Andrew Zepp - Land Preservation/Public Land Management representative Heather McDaniel - Economic Development representative
Resolution No. 2020-198: Date of 2021 Organizational Meeting (ID #9689)
WHEREAS, the Rules of the Legislature require the organizational meeting be held on or before January 8 of each year, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That in accordance with Section 151 of County Law, the organizational meeting of the Tompkins County Legislature shall be
held in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building, Ithaca, New York on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 5:30 o’clock in the evening thereof. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-199: Authorization to Accept Grant - Department of Emergency Response (ID #9719)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-12, grant acceptance of funding not currently budgeted must receive legislative authorization, and WHEREAS, the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) has awarded a FY18SHSP grant, in the amount of $86,225, to the Department of Emergency Response to support emergency response initiatives, and WHEREAS, $6,230.70 has been received, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee, That the grant is hereby
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accepted, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation: REVENUE: 3411.44389 Other Public Safety Aid (Federal) $ 6,230.70 APPROPRIATION: 3410.52206 Computer Equipment $ 6,230.70 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-200: Approving Completed Tax Rolls and Directing the Executing and Delivery of Warrants (ID #9685)
WHEREAS, it is necessary annually to provide for property tax collection in Tompkins County to meet expenses and the cost of municipal governments in Tompkins County, and to direct that upon the
tax rolls of the several towns and City, the several taxes will be extended, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the tax rolls be approved as completed and that there shall be extended and carried out upon the roll the amount to be levied against each parcel of real property shown thereon, RESOLVED, further, That there be annexed to each of said rolls a tax warrant prepared by the Director of Assessment as provided for in Section 4.00(b) of the Tompkins County Charter, that such warrants shall be the respective amounts theretofore authorized to be levied upon each of said rolls, that the several warrants be signed by the Chair and the Clerk of the Legislature under seal of the Legislature and by the Director of Assessment, and that said rolls with said warrants annexed are to be forthwith
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Resolution No. 2020-201: Town and City Budgets and Printing of Tax Rates (ID #9686)
WHEREAS, annually Tompkins County must keep a record of the adopted City and Town
budgets and must, in accordance with the laws of New York State, levy and collect property taxes per those adopted budgets, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That, in accordance with the laws of the State of New York and with budgets adopted by the several town boards of the County of Tompkins now on file with the Clerk of the Legislature, there be levied upon and collected from the taxable property of the several towns of the County and the City of Ithaca the sums contained in those budgets, RESOLVED, further, That said summaries of the budgets of the several towns of the County and the City of Ithaca be printed in the 2020 Proceedings of the Tompkins County Legislature,
RESOLVED, further, That after the tax rates are ascertained for the various towns and the City of
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Ithaca, the Clerk shall print such rates in the 2020 Proceedings of the Legislature following the budgets of the several towns and City. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-202: Authorization for Finance Director to Make Year-End Transfers, Appropriations, and Budget Adjustments as Required (ID #9687)
WHEREAS, it is necessary, annually, to balance Tompkins County's financial books, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That during 2021 the County Finance Director be and hereby is authorized and directed to make year-end transfers,
appropriations, and budget adjustments required to clear credit balances from the books at year’s end, RESOLVED, further, That any such additional entries made by the County Finance Director shall
be reported back to the Tompkins County Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-203: Authorization to Sign Drafts (Checks) - County Administrator (ID #9688)
WHEREAS, it is necessary, annually, to authorize a Tompkins County official to sign all Tompkins County drafts (checks), now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That during 2021 the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized to sign all drafts of the County of Tompkins
and to delegate this authority to the Finance Director, RESOLVED, further, That County Officials acting in their official capacity as custodians or other
representatives of clients have authority to sign checks in furtherance of their fiduciary responsibilities. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-204: Delegating to the Finance Director of the County of Tompkins, New York, the Power To Authorize the Issuance of and to Sell $10,000,000 Revenue Anticipation Notes of Said County in Anticipation of Receipt of State Aid During the Fiscal Year of Said County Commencing January 1, 2021 (ID #9690)
WHEREAS, it is prudent to allow for the possible issuance of revenue anticipation notes should there be a cash-flow problem resulting from delays in State Aid during 2021, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, by the
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Legislature of the County of Tompkins, New York as follows: Section 1. The power to authorize the issuance of and to sell $10,000,000 revenue anticipation notes of the County of Tompkins, New York, including renewals thereof, in anticipation of the receipt of State Aid due said County during the fiscal year of said County commencing January 1, 2021, is hereby delegated to the Finance Director, the chief fiscal officer of said County. Such notes shall be of such terms, form, and contents, and shall be sold in such manner as may be determined by the Finance Director, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law.
Section 2. This resolution shall take effect immediately. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-205: Authorization to Disburse Funds - County Administration (ID #9692)
WHEREAS, it is necessary to specify annually the manner of disbursement of appropriated
funds, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the County Administrator be and hereby is authorized and directed to disburse all appropriated funds up to the amount of the appropriation included in the 2021 budget, provided that whenever a contract is required funds will be disbursed in accordance with the terms of said agreement. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-206: Authorization to Participate in Various Contracts Let by Any Government Entity of the United States of America (ID #9695)
WHEREAS, New York State General Municipal Law §103 has been amended to allow counties to utilize a contract let by the United States of America or any agency thereof, any state, or any other county or political subdivision or district therein for materials, equipment, supplies, or contract for
services, and WHEREAS, the Finance Department may determine throughout the 2021 fiscal year that it would
be in the County’s best interest to participate in another government agency’s contract, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That Tompkins County is hereby authorized to exercise the option to participate in any bid of the United States Government or its agencies, any state, or any other county or political subdivision or district for materials, equipment, supplies, or contract services as authorized by General Municipal Law §103, RESOLVED, further, That the County Administrator, or his designee, be and hereby is authorized to execute required contract documents. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee will be meeting on Thursday, December 3rd at 1:45 p.m. She said the Committee will have standard year-end resolutions on the agenda and they will be talking about the Rules of the Legislature, specifically Rule IV. The Committee will have a resolution for changes, which will be brought to the next Legislature meeting. The Committee will also review a summary of 2020 conferences as this was a change in the Rules of the Legislature last year.
Resolution No. 2020-207: Adoption of Local Law No. 2 of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter (ID #9709)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, certain Rules of the Legislature were recently amended, and WHEREAS, by local law the County Legislature can change the wording of the Charter to be consistent with the recently amended rules, and WHEREAS, a public hearing was held before the Tompkins County Legislature on December 1,
2020, to hear all persons interested in proposed Local Law No. 2 of 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Local Law
No. 2 of 2020 - A Local Law Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter is hereby adopted. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee recently had a robust discussion regarding emissions and the County’s green fleet framework at their November meeting. The Committee also heard from Ms. Eckstrom of the Department of Recycling and Materials Management and their plan for reusable bags and outreach. The PSC (Public Service Commission) determination on NYSEG’s long pending rate increase case was also discussed at the Committee’s recent meeting. Ms. Champion stated that the Cornell Cooperative Extension’s annual meeting will be December 15th 9:00 a.m. The Zoom information for this meeting is on their website.
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Ms. Robertson said this Thursday at 1:30 p.m. there will be a meeting of the State's Land Use and Local Government Advisory Panel with the Local Officials Roundtable. She will be in the meeting as one of the twenty local officials from around the State. Ms. Dawson announced that the Committee’s next meeting will be December 23rd at 10:30 a.m.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee will meet next on Monday, December 14th at 3:00 p.m. The Committee hopes to have time in the agenda to discuss the County’s rollover policy.
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee hasn’t met since the last Legislature meeting. The Committee is meeting tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. and they will discuss Dr. Clarke’s workforce reading and discussion program that is starting in January. They will also be receiving an update on the Facing Race
conference and a reimaging public safety update.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee is meeting tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. The Committee
will be meeting with Jarred Jones who is in Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s office. Ms. Kelles will be discussing her top priorities for her first 100 days in the State Assembly. Ms. Robertson encouraged all to read the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) information in the Committee agenda packet.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said the Committee is meeting December 8th at 10:00 a.m. This will be the last meeting of the year as well as her last Committee meeting with the Legislature. The Committee will receive several reports, one is the consideration of a resolution for a labor seat to be added to the Industrial Development Agency (IDA). There will also be a presentation on the IDA’s Enhanced Energy Policy.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for December 10th at 4:00 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met last on November 19th. There was a good discussion
about the police reform group. He said there is a lot of work now on getting public comment regarding this topic and there is a broad range of comments coming in from the community. The Committee received a report from Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services (CARS) on their methadone clinic. This is a
service that is being utilized within the community and believes it has some impact on why the County may not have seen as many overdose deaths in the community. The Jail population is at 33, with 2 board outs. The next Committee meeting is Tuesday December 15th at 1:00 p.m.
In response to Mr. Lane, Mr. John said he believes the Jail is boarding out women inmates. Mr. Molino confirmed this as there was an inadequate number of female corrections officer’s so boardout was
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the only option. Mr. Lane believes this is something we need to avoid as the women may have children or family in the area.
Resolution No. 2020-208: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement-Pay Reimbursement - Sheriff's Office (ID #9639)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office had seven (7) employees out on disability leave or 207C as of July 30, 2020, to October 06, 2020, greater than two months, and
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement-pay reimbursement to the Department from the Contingent Fund for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2020:
FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 92,916.00 TO: A3113.51000419 Deputy Sheriff $ 20,123.28 A3113.58800 Fringes $ 9,822.17
A3150.51000406 Corrections Officer $ 42,316.08 A3150.58800 Fringes $ 20,654.47 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee met briefly this afternoon to approve the advisory board appointment that were adopted this evening. The Committee’s next meeting is December 21st at 1:00 p.m. Mr. Klein said the County Office for the Aging had reason to believe they were going to be spared from the twenty percent State funding cut but that ended up not being the case.
Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
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Mr. Lane, Chair, said the Committee heard from Mr. Molino and Mr. LeMaro regarding the Tompkins County Green Facilities Energy Study and how the County will be moving forward on ways to make the buildings more energy efficient and green. This study will help the County to be in a better position to receive grant funding going forward. The Committee’s next meeting is December 17th at 9:00 a.m. Mr. Lane clarified that the resolution adopted earlier this evening set the solid waste annual fee for 2021 only.
Minutes of Previous Meeting
The following minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
November 5, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
November 10, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
November 17, 2020
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anne Koreman, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Executive Session
It was MOVED by Ms. Dawson, seconded by Ms. Kelles, and unanimously adopted by a roll call vote, to hold an executive session to discuss personnel issues relating to a particular employee. An executive session was held at 8:42 p.m. and returned to open session at 9:00 p.m.
Adjournment
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The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Tompkins County Legislature Regular Meeting Minutes – Approved 1-5-21 Tuesday, December 15, 2020 5:30 PM Legislature Chambers
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Call to Order
Ms. Black, Vice Chair, called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
Roll Call of Members
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Shawna Black Vice Chair Present
Amanda Champion Member Remote
Deborah Dawson Member Remote
Henry Granison Member Remote
Rich John Member Remote
Anna Kelles Member Remote
Daniel Klein Member Present
Anne Koreman Member Remote
Michael Lane Member Present
Leslyn McBean-Clairborne Chair Present 6:21 PM
David McKenna Member Remote
Glenn Morey Member Remote
Martha Robertson Member Remote
Michael Sigler Member Remote
Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices
Reading from Poet Laureate Melissa Tuckey
Ms. Tuckey said she has been teaching haiku at the Tompkins County Public Library this year. The poems that have been done have set a history of the times we’ve been experiencing this year. She read a few of the haikus that have been put together. Some of these poems will be printed and hung in the library windows for people to view.
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Privilege of the Floor by the Public
Ms. Black read the following public comment into the record: “Thank you to all that supported the resolution to change the composition of the IDA board at the HED meeting on the 8th. I believe that adding a seat for organized labor that is familiar with local construction workforce can lead to positive changes for Tompkins County.
“The last whereas in the resolution states the type of Organized Labor representative that should be appointed to the IDA board. It states, “in particular, maintaining a representative with labor experience
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and knowledge of local labor, including workforce retention and development potential, on the TCIDA would provide well-informed advice on topics such as construction related issues, the status of the building trades sector of the local economy, and job growth potential as a result of development proposals to the TCIDA.” “As I read this last whereas, I see that a Building Trades representative would be best suited for this Organized Labor seat. So, if the resolution passes during tonight’s meeting, I would like to recommend that the Chairperson of the Legislature appoint Dave Marsh to the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency to fill the seat allocated for Organized Labor.
“Dave Marsh has a long history of working with the community in Tompkins County. Dave is currently the Business Manager of Local 785 Laborers and has had held many officer positions within the
Tompkins-Cortland Building Trades Council over the years. “Thank you for your time this evening and thank you for all you do,
Travis Nevins District Council #4 Painters and Allied Trades Union” Ms. Black also read the following public comment into record: “Tompkins County workers deserve well-paying, reliable green jobs. In order to secure these jobs, it's paramount that the Industrial Development Board include a labor seat to incorporate workers' voices in discussions of local development. Too often, IDA-funded development projects only serve to displace working folks by raising municipal rent prices and outsourcing labor to workers who live outside our county. The best and most immediate way to rectify this situation is by allowing workers to participate in decision-making processes related to development.
-Ben Hunkler” Todd Bruer spoke to the Legislature in support of the labor position being added to the IDA. He said it should be a tradesperson who is familiar with the work that is happening on the ground. He also recommended Dave Marsh for the labor position on the IDA. If Dave is not interested in the position, he would be interested in the position as well.
Ellie Pfeffer also spoke in support of adding a labor position the IDA and said now is a good time to do that, especially with green jobs creation. Dave Marsh congratulated Travis for his promotion to a national seat for labor unions. He accepted the nomination of the position on the IDA if it were to come to fruition. He used to be on the TCAD board in the past. He believes this position will be helpful for Tompkins County as more communication needs to be happening with developers when they come to the County. Krys Cail submitted comments on this previously but is in support of the resolution for the addition of a labor seat on the IDA. She believes it is essential that the IDA has a balance of interested
parties and it is good government practice.
Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Official(s)
Mr. Nyugen, City of Ithaca Council Member, said he had submitted a comment in support of
adding a labor seat to the IDA. He said discussion continues on the issues of allowing dogs on the Commons and Reimaging Public Safety.
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Mr. Klein said he received an inquiry regarding the garbage that is gathering on the edges of the Jungle and he was wondering if there was anything being discussed about that. Mr. Nyugen said he has heard of this issue and said he will check into it. Mr. John asked about a potential increase in foot patrols in regard to dogs on the Commons. Mr. Nyugen said there is a continuing desire to have foot patrols in the community although there isn’t currently anything in place in terms of increasing those patrols. He believes that the police are not fans of enforcing current protocols for removing families from the Commons that are there visiting with dogs.
In response to Ms. Dawson, Mr. Nyugen said he would bring up the potential fencing in of the playground to at least keep dogs out of that area and away from children.
Mr. Sigler asked if there was anything is happening in terms of replacing the Lime Bike program; Mr. Nyugen said Bike Walk by Tompkins is taking the lead on that.
Privilege of the Floor by Legislators
Ms. Kelles thanked the public for their engagement regarding the Industrial Development Agency. She then announced her official resignation/step down from the Legislature, effective December 31st. She has been on the Legislature for a little over five years. She thanked her colleagues for the last five years and said it has been an honor to serve with each of her fellow Legislators. She thanked the staff of the Legislature as well. Ms. Black said it has been a pleasure working with Ms. Kelles. Ms. Koreman thanked Ms. Kelles for being her mentor. She then read a public comment she received regarding support for a labor position on the IDA. Ms. Robertson discussed the momentous last few days in relation to the COVID vaccinations that have been taking place. She encouraged people to stay the course on social distancing and wearing a
mask as it is still unknown if the vaccine would allow the vaccinated individual to pass the virus to unvaccinated people.
Ms. Robertson also discussed the vote of the Electoral College with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris officially being named as the next President and Vice President of the United States. Mr. Lane said the United States has the strongest democracy in the world and is proud of the process. Ms. Champion reminded all that we are meeting on the lands of the Cayuga people and we should continue to show respect for those.
Chair's Report and Chair's Appointments
Ms. Black, Vice Chair, read the following statement: “This evening I want to address you not just as the Vice Chair of this Legislature but as your colleague and your neighbor.
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“As we embark upon the holidays - we are all growing restless. Many of us miss our families that live in different states, we miss our friends and neighbors - some that live just down the block. “I get it. We’re tired of Zoom meetings, kids at home, and we miss the people and interactions we use to have 9 months ago. “As we look at the holidays - I ask all of us - please - be persistent. Continue to stay home, wear masks, wash your hands, and if you experience symptoms - go for testing.
“As we embark in the new year - we know we will see an increase in positive cases. With the college students returning, our children returning back to school, people returning back to work - we are all taking necessary risks.
“However, our community is small. And while we have a wonderful community hospital - there are only so many resources.
“A few days ago, the first vaccine in New York State was given to an ICU nurse at NYU. It gave us all hope that in the upcoming months - many of us will be able to get the vaccine and go back to “life as usual.” “We continue to thank our essential workers - nurses, doctors, aides, police, EMTs - you are on the front line. I’d also like to send our appreciation to all of our county staff that continue to show their dedication and devotion to the people of Tompkins County. You are our heroes. “Happy holidays to everyone that celebrates and stay healthy, happy, and safe.”
There were no appointments. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne arrived at this time.
Report from the County Administrator
Mr. Molino shared a COVID-19 presentation update. He said the last four to six weeks have been the busiest since the pandemic started.
There are currently 289 positive cases in the County. Mr. Molino said New York State has updated the cluster zone metrics, which are based off the monitoring of hospitalizations. Governor
Cuomo is currently doing three press briefings a week. The Southern Tier has one of the lowest infection/hospitalization rates in all of the State. He announced the first vaccines were given in New York State. Mr. Molino stated many school districts have gone to remote learning through the holiday break; some districts will resume hybrid instruction on January 4th, while others will remain remote until January 11th. Mr. Kruppa said Governor Cuomo spoke about where the cases were coming from. He said most cases in the County have not determined the source of exposure through contact tracing. The Health Department staff is not just going through the motions when doing contact tracing; they are really
working with the individual to try to pinpoint where the exposure may have been.
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Mr. Lane asked if there are vaccines in Tompkins County and if nurses in the County will be receiving the vaccine. Mr. Kruppa said hospitals have been asked to sign memorandums of understanding (MOUs) to get their staff vaccinated once vaccines are available. He said he expects vaccines coming into the community once the Moderna vaccine is finalized. He believes this will happen in the next couple of days and weeks and encouraged all to be patient in the distribution. Cayuga Health Systems has undertaken the task of getting nurses vaccinated.
Presentation of Proclamations
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation thanking Assemblywoman Barbara Lifton for her service. Assemblywoman Lifton was present to accept the proclamation and thanked the Legislature for
the recognition. She said she was honored to have the backing of the Legislature with many of the issues that she helped to change and implement.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne read a proclamation thanking Legislator Kelles for her service and dedication to Tompkins County. Ms. Kelles thanked her fellow Legislators for everything they have taught her and said she will miss them all. A gift basket and certificate of appreciation was presented to Ms. Kelles.
RESULT: ANNOUNCED
Report from the County Administrator (continued)
Mr. Granison asked if FEMA has reimbursed for any County expenses that have been billed. Mr. Molino said not yet but they are in the last stages of continued review. Mr. Granison then asked if there was any way to determine how many vaccines Tompkins County will get as the Southern Tier region
received about 4,500 vaccines. Ms. Hendrix replied that it is being determined by the New York State Department of Health and that information is not being shared. In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Molino said if Governor Cuomo closes the state, he believes it would be either Statewide or it will be everyone except New York City. Ms. Robertson asked if it is known how many people are in the first batch to receive the vaccine and if anyone from the Jail might be getting the vaccine. Ms. Hendrix said that Mr. Kruppa has been looking at the first tier but is unsure what the New York State guidance is at this point. She said hospital staff and nursing home staffing are first in line.
Ms. Black stated that notifications are being received every day regarding public exposures. She asked if there have been any positive cases as a result of the public exposures other than the individual working or was at the store. Ms. Hendrix said the County has not seen large clusters but have not shared
information from others who may have tested positive from a public exposure due to privacy. Ms. Black said she was contacted by a school nurse and this person said they are not considered essential staff and Ms. Black was wondering if there was a way to appeal to the State or Governor Cuomo to see if school
nurses can be included in category one as they are working with sick kids, etc. Mr. Molino said he will work with Mr. Kruppa on this.
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Ms. Koreman expressed gratitude from the Town of Ulysses and the Ulysses Democratic Committee to the Health Department staff and Cayuga Health Systems. She is very grateful that the residents of this County are being so well taken care of. Mr. Molino echoed Ms. Koreman’s sentiments and said County staff has been remarkable throughout all of this. Mr. Klein spoke of his continued concerns about the nursing staffing levels. He met with County Administration today and they are interested in signing up more nurses. If there are nurses out there who want to work, even on a part-time level, Tompkins County needs you. There will be a press release
forthcoming regarding this topic.
Housing and Economic Development Committee
Resolution No. 2020-209: Resolution Changing the Composition of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (ID #9778)
Ms. Black thanked Ms. Kelles and Ms. Dawson for writing the resolution. This has been something that many have spoken about in the last three to four years; this just makes sense and why not
have the people working in the community at the table. Ms. Champion expressed gratitude to all who worked on this resolution. She asked for clarification that the resolution in the packet is the one being voted on. Mrs. McBean-Clairborne confirmed. Ms. Koreman also thanked all who worked on this, especially Ms. Dawson and Ms. Kelles. She said a silver lining to this pandemic is that it has put everything back on the table. Mr. Lane MOVED to amend and substitute resolution as follows, seconded by Mr. Klein. The amended resolution from Mr. Lane would expand the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) from seven people to nine, keeping four Legislators on the IDA. Mr. Lane believes a local law could be brought forward to make this a possibility.
“WHEREAS, as stated in New York State’s General Municipal Law (GML), section 858, the purposes of an industrial development agency are to promote a wide spectrum of economic development projects and to “thereby 4advance the job
opportunities, health, general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the state of New York and to improve their recreation opportunities, prosperity and standard of living” and “WHEREAS, historically, the membership of the Board of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) has consisted of four members appointed from the Tompkins County Legislature, one representative from the Board of Tompkins County Area Development, now known as Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), and two at-large representatives, and “WHEREAS, in years past, the New York State Public Authorities Budget Office recommended, as a best practice with respect to TCIDA Board independence, that there not be a majority of Board members who have a political or employment relationship to the government for whose purpose the public authority was created,
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“WHEREAS, in recognition of that recommendation, the TCIDA revised its bylaws in 2008 to state, inter alia, that its Board shall consist of three members from the Legislature, one elected official from a municipality, one elected official from a school board, and one at-large member, and “WHEREAS, subsequently, the Tompkins County Attorney advised that those portions of the TCIDA’s bylaws relating to TCIDA Board membership are merely advisory to the Tompkins County Legislature, to which relevant New York
State statutory law grants the final authority to determine the composition of the TCIDA Board and to appoint its members, who serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, and
“WHEREAS, at a meeting on January 6, 2009, the Legislature, acting on the County Attorney’s advice, declined to change the composition of the TCIDA Board
to match the amended TCIDA Board bylaws, and “WHEREAS, in light of that counsel, the Tompkins County Legislature has continued to appoint four Legislators to the TCIDA in recognition of the increased accountability to the voters in having elected representatives serving on the Board of the Agency and being involved in the decision-making process, the composition of the TCIDA Board has not changed in this regard, and “WHEREAS, maintaining a diverse range of community views is an essential element of balancing all of the interests that are involved with supporting economic development in Tompkins County, and
“WHEREAS, community voices have indicated in clear terms that the Tompkins County Legislature should reevaluate its position on the composition of the TCIDA, with a particular emphasis on supporting the creation of new living wage jobs and the preservation of existing living wage jobs, in order to assist in fostering a robust economic recovery from the detrimental impacts of the pandemic
on the local job market and economy, and “WHEREAS, in particular, maintaining a representative with labor experience and knowledge of local labor, including workforce retention and development potential, on the TCIDA would provide well-informed advice on topics such as construction related issues, the status of the building trades sector of the local economy, and job growth potential as a result of development proposals to the TCIDA, now therefore be it “RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That, beginning with the 2021 term, the Legislature
amend its current policy for TCIDA appointments, to instead have the Chair of the Legislature recommend and the Legislature approve the appointment of: A) Four (4) Legislators B) One (1) elected municipal official C) One (1) representative of organized labor
D) One (1) IAED nominated appointment)
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Two (2) at-large member “RESOLVED, further, That should a local law or other legislation be required to effect the above changes in numbers, the County Attorney and County Administrator are directed to prepare such legislation for approval by the Legislature, “RESOLVED, further, That seated in January 2021 shall be three Legislators and one representative of organized labor, along with the other members
as appointed, with the additional Legislator and at-large member to be seated later.” SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-2”
Ms. Dawson said she has no problem with expanding the IDA in the future, but there is a statute that the Legislature’s approval is required. She opposed Mr. Lane’s substitute resolution.
Mr. Wood clarified the statute was established by a special act of the State Legislature. There are other counties with additional members, but it was done by statute. Mr. Sigler and Ms. Champion stated they will both be supporting the original resolution, not the amended version Mr. Lane presented. Ms. Koreman encouraged passing of the original resolution and to work on expanding the number of seats on the IDA next year. A roll call vote resulted as follows on the amendment to substitute the resolution: Ayes: 3 (Legislators John, Lane, and Robertson); Noes - 11 (Legislators Black, Champion, Granison, Kelles,
Klein, McKenna, Morey, Sigler, and McBean-Clairborne). AMENDMENT LOST. Mr. John said this was a remarkable turnout with communication from the public. He has never seen the IDA opposed to labor and noted the IDA tried to add a labor seat two years ago. Mr. Granison said he will be supporting this resolution but doesn’t believe the resolution goes far
enough. He will address that another time. Ms. Robertson said she hopes the expansion of the IDA will be done as soon as possible. The original resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, as stated in New York State’s General Municipal Law (GML), section 858, the
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purposes of an industrial development agency are to promote a wide spectrum of economic development projects and to “thereby advance the job opportunities, health, general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the state of New York and to improve their recreation opportunities, prosperity and standard of living” and WHEREAS, historically, the membership of the Board of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) has consisted of four members appointed from the Tompkins County Legislature, one representative from the Board of Tompkins County Area Development, now known as Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), and two at-large representatives, and
WHEREAS, in years past, the New York State Public Authorities Budget Office recommended, as a best practice with respect to TCIDA Board independence, that there not be a majority of Board
members who have a political or employment relationship to the government for whose purpose the public authority was created, and
WHEREAS, in recognition of that recommendation, the TCIDA revised its bylaws in 2008 to state, inter alia, that its Board shall consist of three members from the Legislature, one elected official from a municipality, one elected official from a school board, and one at-large member, and WHEREAS, subsequently, the Tompkins County Attorney advised that those portions of the TCIDA’s bylaws relating to TCIDA Board membership are merely advisory to the Tompkins County Legislature, to which relevant New York State statutory law grants the final authority to determine the composition of the TCIDA Board and to appoint its members, who serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, and WHEREAS, at a meeting on January 6, 2009, the Legislature, acting on the County Attorney’s
advice, declined to change the composition of the TCIDA Board to match the amended TCIDA Board bylaws, and WHEREAS, in light of that counsel, the Tompkins County Legislature has continued to appoint four Legislators to the TCIDA in recognition of the increased accountability to the voters in having elected representatives serving on the Board of the Agency and being involved in the decision-making
process, the composition of the TCIDA Board has not changed in this regard, and WHEREAS, maintaining a diverse range of community views is an essential element of balancing all of the interests that are involved with supporting economic development in Tompkins County, and WHEREAS, community voices have indicated in clear terms that the Tompkins County Legislature should reevaluate its position on the composition of the TCIDA, with a particular emphasis on supporting the creation of new living wage jobs and the preservation of existing living wage jobs, in order to assist in fostering a robust economic recovery from the detrimental impacts of the pandemic on the local job market and economy, and
WHEREAS, in particular, maintaining a representative with labor experience and knowledge of local labor, including workforce retention and development potential, on the TCIDA would provide well-informed advice on topics such as construction related issues, the status of the building trades sector of the local economy, and job growth potential as a result of development proposals to the TCIDA, now therefore be it
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RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That, beginning with the 2021 term, the Legislature amend its current policy for TCIDA appointments, to instead have the Chair of the Legislature appoint and the Legislature approve the appointment of: A) Three (3) Legislators B) One (1) elected municipal official C) One (1) representative of organized labor D) One (1) IAED nominated appointment E) One (1) at-large member SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolutions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
There were no resolutions added to or withdrawn from the agenda.
Consent Agenda
The appointments for the Strategic Tourism Planning Board were removed from the Consent Agenda and adopted later in the meeting (ID#9834). The consent agenda was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Deborah Dawson, Member
SECONDER: Amanda Champion, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Advisory Board Appointment(s) (ID # 9707)
Criminal Justice Advisory/Alternatives-to-Incarceration Board Judith Griffin - At-large representative; term expires December 31, 2023 Advisory Board on Indigent Representation - terms expire December 31, 2023
Jason Leifer John A. Fitzgerald
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee Robert Brown - Community Member representative; term expires December 31, 2023
Downtown Ithaca Alliance Rich John - Class C. Director (Delegate); term expires April 15, 2022 Board of Assessment Review Edith Spaulding - term expires September 30, 2025
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Public Information Advisory Board Patricia Poist - term expires December 31, 2023 Ethics Advisory Board Brian Eden - term expires December 31, 2024 Library Board of Trustees - terms expire December 31, 2023 Don Trotter Martha Hardesty
Thompson Terry Anthony Martinez
Resolution No. 2020-210: Budget Adjustment and Set-up of New Functional Unit in General Fund for Transfers to DM-Fund (ID #9789)
WHEREAS, in the 2020 Budget, the Tompkins County Legislature approved Over Target
Requests (#49 and #97) to build the capacity for highway machinery replacement by increasing target spending authority for such purposes by $100,000, and WHEREAS, such machinery replacement purchases are made from the Highway Machinery fund (DM-Fund), which prior to 2020 had received its funding via an annual interfund transfer from the Highway Fund (D-Fund), which was essentially passing-through the D-Fund from the General Fund (A-Fund), and WHEREAS, in 2019 an effort was made to simplify this funding stream by budgeting for 2020 to transfer the OTR amount directly from the A-Fund to the DM-Fund, intending to move to the A-Fund and utilize Functional Unit #9509 CONTRIBUTION TO DM, which existed in the D-Fund in the Financial
System but was not in use, and WHEREAS, these elements were set-up accordingly in the Budget Track budgeting system,
anticipating that the corresponding set-up would be implemented in 2020 in the eFinancePLUS financial system, and
WHEREAS, in practice, given certain limits within the Financial System, it has proven impossible to repurpose Functional Unit #9509 CONTRIBUTION TO DM to the General Fund for such purposes, leaving the appropriated $100,000 incorrectly in the D-Fund, rather than the A-Fund for transfer to the DM-Fund, and WHEREAS, in order to implement the legislative intent of the aforementioned OTRs and achieve the desired simplification of the funding stream for Highway Machinery, it is still necessary in the Financial System to establish and fund a functional unit in the General Fund for the direct transfer of $100,000 to the DM-Fund, and WHEREAS, it has been determined that Functional Unit #9505 CONTRIBUTION TO B-FUND
exists in the General Fund, is not currently in use, will not be used in the future, and, therefore, can be renamed as 9505 CONTRIBUTION TO DM-FUND, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Finance Director be and hereby is directed to make the following budget adjustments to the 2020 Budget:
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GENERAL FUND (A FUND) DECREASE FUND BALANCE: A 30909000 Unassigned Fund Balance ($100,000) INCREASE APPROPRIATION: A 9505.54400 Contrib to DM Fund, Prog Exp. $100,000 COUNTY ROAD FUND (D FUND) INCREASE FUND BALANCE: D 30909000 Unassigned Fund Balance $100,000
DECREASE APPROPRIATION: D 9509.54400 Contrib. to DM Fund, Prog Exp. ($100,000) HIGHWAY MACHINERY FUND (DM FUND)
DECREASE REVENUE: DM 5130.45037 Interfund(DM) ($100,000) INCREASE REVENUE: DM 5130.45031 Interfund(A) $100,000 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-211: Authorization to Contract with Insero & Co. CPAs for the Provision of Financial Auditing Services (ID #9788)
WHEREAS, by Resolution 2017-246 Tompkins County entered into a contract for auditing services with Insero & Co. CPAs for the purpose of conducting external audits of the County’s financial records for fiscal years 2017, 2018, and 2019, with an option to extend the same contract for two additional fiscal years, and WHEREAS, the above services were procured as a result of the Finance Department issuing an RFP (Request for Proposal) for external auditing services in September 2017, from which the firm of Insero & Co. CPAs was selected from a list of five qualified responders by the Audit Committee, a subset of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, and
later approved by the full Legislature, and WHEREAS, the results of the RFPs showed that by both price and qualifications, the County
should retain the firm of Insero & Co. CPAs to conduct the financial audits for the County’s financial records for fiscal years 2017, 2018, and 2019, that Insero & Co. CPAs demonstrated and would continue to demonstrate a significant understanding of the County’s financial reporting systems, and that Insero & Co. CPAs would enhance the County’s efforts to implement new accounting standards, and WHEREAS, due to the ability of Insero & Co. CPAs to provide additional expertise in GASB 34 “Basic Financial Statements - and Management’s Discussion and Analysis - for State and Local Governments”, GASB 68 “County Share of the ERS Pension Liability”, and GASB 75 “Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other than Pensions (OPEB)” reporting requirements, and that Insero & Co. CPAs would enhance the County’s efforts to implement GASB 84 “Fiduciary Activities” a new accounting standard which is necessary in the very next fiscal year, and that Insero & Co. CPAs continues to provide additional grant reporting support to the Soil & Water District, and WHEREAS, Insero & Co. CPAs now provides more grant testing for the Federal Single Audit
because of the size and number of Federal grants, most of which are part of Social Services’ revenue
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stream, and staff requires more training assistance and oversight in the preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), and WHEREAS, the County has experienced significant turnover of professional staff in the Finance Department over the last 18 months, and there is a need to maintain continuity of auditing personnel while the County continues to undergo internal staff changes, and Insero & Co. CPAs has shown and will continue to show a willingness to provide training to new or promoted members of the Finance Department staff, not just during the audit season but also throughout the entire year, and
WHEREAS, County staff recommends an extension of the contract with Insero and Co. CPAs for an additional three years, fiscal years 2020, 2021, and 2022, having received a proposal (“engagement letter”) from Insero and Co. CPAs which outlines very reasonable rate increases to:
2020 $ 95,000 2021 $ 96,000 2022 $ 100,000
WHEREAS, the extension of the contract at the stipulated price levels would be fiscally prudent and reduce pressure on the budget of the Finance Department, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance is authorized to accept the proposal for accounting services and is authorized to execute an extension contract with Insero & Co. CPAs to perform financial auditing services for the fiscal years ending December 31, 2020, 2021, and 2022. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-212: Appointments to Industrial Development Agency and Tompkins County Development Corporation Board of Directors (ID #9785)
WHEREAS, Section 856 of the General Municipal Law authorized that the Tompkins County
Legislature designate the members of the Tompkins County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) by resolution, and
WHEREAS, two members’ terms expire on December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, non-legislator board members shall be appointed for a term of two years, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the following members be appointed to the Industrial Development Agency to serve at the pleasure of the Legislature, effective January 1, 2021: Jeff Gorsky- IAED (Ithaca Area Economic Development) representative (term expires 12/31/22) John Guttridge - Member, At-Large (term expires 12/31/22)
RESOLVED, further, That the above-named two members of the Industrial Development Agency are hereby appointed to serve on the Tompkins County Development Corporation Board of Directors,
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RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Legislature is authorized and directed to file with the Secretary of State a Certificate of Appointment. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-213: Returned Village Taxes (ID #9620)
WHEREAS, Article 14 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes village tax collectors to return to the County Treasurer a listing of unpaid taxes for enforcement, and
WHEREAS, the Villages of Cayuga Heights, Dryden, Freeville, Groton, Lansing, and Trumansburg have accordingly submitted their unpaid taxes to the County for enforcement, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Assessment of the County be and hereby is authorized and directed to add to the respective 2021 tax
rolls the amounts of the uncollected village taxes that remain unpaid and that have not been heretofore relevied on town tax rolls and that have been returned by the village tax collectors of the various villages to the County Finance Director, and that said returned village taxes be reassessed and relevied on town tax rolls as they are returned, and that said returned village taxes be reassessed and relevied upon the lots and parcels so returned with 12.0% annual interest in addition thereto. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-214: Returned School Taxes (ID #9673)
WHEREAS, Article 13 of the Real Property Tax Law authorizes school district tax collectors to submit by November 15th a listing of unpaid taxes to the County Treasurer for enforcement, and WHEREAS, the County guarantees the school districts payment of the unpaid taxes by April 1 of the year following the return, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Assessment of the County be and hereby is authorized and directed to add to the respective 2021 tax
rolls the amounts of the uncollected school taxes that remain unpaid and that have not heretofore been relevied on town tax rolls and that have been returned by the collectors of the various districts, exclusive of the Ithaca City School District, to the County Finance Director, and that said returned school taxes be
reassessed and relevied on town tax rolls as they are returned, and that said school taxes returned in 2020 be reassessed and relevied upon the lots and parcels so returned with 12.0 % annual interest in addition thereto. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-215: Adoption of Apportionment of Taxes for 2021 (ID #9674)
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WHEREAS, the report of equalization rates and totals (footings) of assessment rolls has been prepared and approved by the Assessment Director, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the report of the Director of Assessment be accepted and adopted, and the valuation of real property and franchise be based on the 2020 final assessed values for the purposes of general tax levied against the several tax districts of the County and that the values determined therein be set forth as the basis for such general and highway tax levies for the year 2021,
RESOLVED, further, That the several amounts therein listed for State tax and County tax for general County purposes for 2020 be apportioned among, assessed against, levied upon, and collected from taxable property of the several towns and City liable therefore. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-216: Budget Adjustment - County Clerk/DMV - 2020 Year End Adjustments (ID #9764)
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all DMVs in New York State were ordered to close to the public for three months, and WHEREAS, we were able to mail licensing documents and plates back to customers in the mail during this time to allow the public to continue to safely and legally operate their vehicles, and WHEREAS, we had customers include mailing costs for license plates in their fees, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustment on his books for fiscal year 2020: County Clerk Revenue Increase Title(s) Amt Approp. Increase Title(s) 1411.41255 Clerk Fees $9,201 1411.54452 Postage SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Housing and Economic Development Committee (continued)
Ms. Kelles, Chair, said this month’s meeting was the last meeting of the year and her last meeting as Chair. The Committee has closed out most of their work for the year. The CaSE Board will be coming back with a report in its final form next year.
Resolution No. 2020-217: Approval of Bylaws of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (ID #9739)
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It was noted that Ms. Robertson at the Committee meeting proposed one change to the bylaws which would require the majority to approve resolutions, etc. Mr. Klein explained why he pulled this resolution from the Consent Agenda and said he opposes the increase in term limits for the Board as there are already ways to work around this. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [12 TO 2]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, David McKenna, Glenn
Morey, Martha Robertson, Michael Sigler
NAYS: Daniel Klein, Leslyn McBean-Clairborne
WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board has updated and revised its
bylaws to extend term limits for board members to three consecutive terms of three years each, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development Committee, That the bylaws of the Tompkins County Strategic Tourism Planning Board be and hereby are approved, RESOLVED, further, That a copy of the adopted bylaws shall be kept on file in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature. SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Strategic Tourism Planning Board Appointments (ID # 9834)
The appointments were adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Deborah Dawson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
Strategic Tourism Planning Board - terms expire December 31, 2023 Kelli Cartmill - Lodging representative Joshua Friedman - Arts and Culture representative
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Resolution No. 2020-218: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay - Office of Employment and Training (Two Positions) (ID #9722)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Martha Robertson, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Office of Employment and Training has recently had two resignations, at a total cost of $32,714.35 for terminal pay, and WHEREAS, the Tompkins County Fiscal Policy, Administrative Policy 05-02, Section 4.03-1 allows departments to be reimbursed for terminal pay from the Contingent Fund, and
WHEREAS, the County’s Fiscal Policy (05-02) characterizes the Airport, Recycling and Materials Management, the Ithaca-Tompkins County Transportation Council, and Workforce Development as enterprise units and therefore not eligible for reimbursement of terminal pay, and WHEREAS, unlike other enterprise units, the Workforce Development Board and the Office of Employment and Training do rely on County revenue to sustain their operations and do not have an
alternative source of funding to support terminal pay, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That Section 4.03-A-4 of the Tompkins County Fiscal Policy, Administrative Policy 05-02, prohibiting the use of County contingency funds to support terminal pay for the Workforce Development Board and the Office of Employment and Training, be waived, RESOLVED, further, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriations for 2020: A FUND - General Fund Increase Expense Account: A9502.54400 Contribution to Community Development $32,714.35
Decrease Expense Account: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $32,714.35
CD FUND - Community Development Fund
Increase Revenue Account: CD6292.42801 Interfund Revenues $32,714.35
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Increase Expense Accounts: CD6292.51000783 Transition Workforce Specialist $14,044.39 CD6292.51000761 Workforce Development Specialist 8,080.83 CD6292.58800 Fringes 10,589.13 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-219: Correcting for Omitted 2019 Transfers from the General Fund (A) to the Community Development (CD) Fund (ID #9777)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Anna Kelles, Member
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Workforce Development Board and the Workforce NY Career Center both receive their County Funding through annual transfers from the General Fund (A) to the Community Development Fund (CD), which each department receives into its respective Interfund Revenue account
(42801), and WHEREAS, these transfers were inadvertently omitted in the 2019 Fiscal Year, effectively shorting the Community Development Fund’s fund balance by $255,536.86, which incorrectly remained in the General Fund’s fund balance, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Housing and Economic Development and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance be and hereby is directed to make the following budget adjustment to implement the transfer of said funds from the A-Fund fund balance to the CD-Fund fund balance, correcting the 2019 omission:
A FUND - General Fund INCREASE EXPENSE ACCOUNT:
A9502.54400 Contribution to Community Development $255,536.86
DECREASE FUND BALANCE ACCOUNT: A30909000 General Fund Balance $255,536.86
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CD FUND - Community Development Fund INCREASE REVENUE ACCOUNT: CD6290.42801 Interfund Revenues $138,828.03 CD6292.42801 Interfund Revenues $116,708.83 INCREASE FUND BALANCE ACCOUNT:
CD3090900 Community Development Fund Balance $255,536.86 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Recess
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne declared recess at 8:27 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m.
Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee
Ms. Dawson, Chair, said the Committee will be meeting on December 23rd at 10:30 a.m. Ms. Eckstrom from the Recycling and Material Management Department will be presenting their Environmental Procurement Policy.
She reported that there will no longer be zoning issues regarding the treatment center in Lansing as the Board had voted to change its categorization.
Report from the County Attorney
Mr. Wood had no report, but took the opportunity to wish Ms. Kelles luck in the State Assembly and he will miss her.
Report from the Finance Director
Mr. Snyder gave his regards and congratulated Ms. Kelles as she moves to the State Assembly. Mr. Snyder said he will bring the November tax numbers to the next meeting. He provided a rough estimate, saying the County has collected approximately $670,000 less than last November, approximately 14%.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met yesterday. The next meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2021, which is the first day for the new County Human Resources Commissioner. The new Commissioner will be joining the Committee meeting. She reported the Committee had a good discussion regarding year-end budget projections as prepared by Department Heads. Ms. Holmes will be preparing a report on the diversity of the workforce which will be presented at the Committee meeting in January. Ms. Robertson also commented that the word “of” was changed to “to” in the seventh Whereas
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of Resolution No. 211 at the Committee; it was accepted as friendly. In response to Mr. Klein, Mr. Molino estimates the entire County deficit to be approximately $5.5 million total. Mr. Molino has also been hearing that the State Aid could be cut by more than the twenty percent that was originally anticipated. Mr. McKenna asked when the sales tax figures would be ready for the remainder of the year. Mr. Molino said the State is usually about a quarter behind on reporting to counties.
Mr. Granison asked if Mr. Molino had heard what the Governor’s intentions are in terms of State funding cuts. Mr. Molino has heard trickles from different Departments that they have been docked more than twenty percent. He will keep the Legislature informed as any information becomes available.
In response to Mr. Granison, Mr. Molino said he doesn’t know if the State has reimbursed for Code Blue and he would have to ask Ms. Kephart at the Department of Social Services.
Resolution No. 2020-220: Changes in Positions - Various Departments (ID #9792)
It was noted that two positions to be created in the Information Technology Services Department were inadvertently omitted from the resolution; this addition was accepted as friendly and incorporated in the final resolution. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the 2021 Tompkins County Budget adopted November 17, 2020, provides for new
positions, for the increase or reduction in the standard work week of existing positions, and a corresponding increase or decrease in the approved hours of existing incumbents, as well as eliminating funding for certain positions, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital and Personnel Committee, That the following new positions are created and the hours of the positions mentioned below are changed as follows effective January 1, 2021. The positions to be abolished will cease to exist close of business, December 31, 2020, or as operationally necessary thereafter. CREATION OF NEW POSITIONS
Assessment 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Assistant Real Property Appraiser, White Collar Grade 11, Job Code 1577
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County Administration 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Chief Sustainability Officer, Management Grade 86, Job Code 4288 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Communications Director, Management Grade 85, Job Code 4137
County Clerk 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Executive Deputy County Clerk, Management Grade 86, Job Code TBD
Information Technology Services 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Geographic Information System Analyst, White Collar Grade 13, Job
Code 1714 1.0 FTE, 35-hour per week Geographic Information Systems Analyst, White Collar Grade 13,
Job Code 1714 Recycling
1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Recycling Driver, Blue Collar Grade 7, Job Code 7141 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Recycling Operations Specialist, Blue Collar Grade 11, Job Code 7142
Workforce Development Center (Employment & Training) 1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Communications Specialist, White Collar Grade 9, Job Code 1204
Workforce Development Center (Workforce NY)
1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Youth Services Associate, White Collar Grade 14, Job Code 1144 Youth Services
1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week Administrative Coordinator, White Collar Grade 13, Job Code 1674 INCREASE HOURS OF EXISTING POSITIONS
Mental Health 3.0 FTE, Community Mental Health Nurse, White Collar Grade 15, Job Code 1591, Position ID #599, #601, and #621, increase the standard workweek and the approved hours of the position and incumbent from 35 to 40 hours per week.
Planning 1.0 FTE, Principal Account Clerk Typist, White Collar Grade 11, Job Code 778, Position ID #660, increase the standard workweek and the approved hours of the position and incumbent from 35 to 40 hours per week.
DECREASE HOURS OF EXISTING POSITIONS Department of Emergency Response
1.0 FTE, Systems Manager - DOER, White Collar Grade 15, Job Code 1794, Position ID# 415,
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decrease the standard workweek and the approved hours of the position for one year, from 40 to 20 hours per week. Health Department 1.0 FTE, Employee Safety and Health Coordinator, Management Grade 83, Job Code 1297, Position ID#459, decrease the standard workweek and the approved hours of the position and incumbent from 40 to 35 hours per week. 1.0 FTE, Keyboard Specialist, White Collar Grade 5, Job Code 1507, Position ID #478, decrease
the standard workweek and the approved hours of the position from 35 to 17.50 hours per week.
ABOLISH THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: Department of Emergency Response
1.0 FTE, 40-hour per week E911 Program Specialist, White Collar Grade 8, Job Code 1792, Position ID #423 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-221: Authorizing the Replenishing of the Contingent Fund from General Fund Reserves (ID #9787)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Martha Robertson, Member
SECONDER: Anna Kelles, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, pursuant to Administrative Manual Policy 05-02, budget adjustments exceeding $5,000 require Legislative approval, and WHEREAS, the Contingent Fund was funded in the 2020 Budget by the Legislature with $900,000, and WHEREAS, appropriation requests against the Contingent Fund now total $1,538,563, with
another $400,000.00 anticipated prior to fiscal year-end, thus total uses of the Contingent Fund at year-end is estimated to be $1,938,563, and
WHEREAS, many uses of the Contingent Fund in 2020 were for COVID-related expenditures and higher than normal terminal, retirement, and replacement pays, and
WHEREAS, the deficit created in the Contingent Fund would amount to $1,038,563, and
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WHEREAS, such deficit of $1,038,563 can and should be covered by a transfer of General Fund reserves to the Contingent Fund, and WHEREAS, the County Administrator and the Director of Finance approve the replenishment of the Contingent Fund from General Fund reserves, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment on his
books for 2020: FROM Title Amt TO Title(s)
A30909000 General Fund Reserves $1,038,563 1990.54400 Contingent Fund SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Ms. Koreman, Chair, said the Committee met on December 2nd. Dr. Clarke, Human Rights Director, discussed the upcoming workforce reading program. The first book in this program will be “How to be an Antiracist”. Ms. Carrithers, Chief Equity and Diversity Officer, discussed the Reimaging Public Safety group as well as team JEDI and the Facing Race conference. The Committee will meet next on January 27, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. Ms. Holmes will be discussing some of the demographics from our workforce. The Committee will also discuss the history of Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Tompkins Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Ms. Robertson, Chair, said the Committee met on December 2nd. At this meeting, the Committee met with Jarred Jones who is the representative from Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s office. Ms. Kelles provided the Committee with her top priorities for when she starts with the Assembly. The Committee also discussed a report from NYSAC (New York State Association of Counties) and the proposed
COVID bill. The next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2021. At the January meeting, the Committee will be focusing on the State budget and what will be happening at the State.
Downtown Facilities Committee
Mr. McKenna, Chair, said the Committee did not meet in December but will be meeting next January 14, 2021, at 4:00 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Mr. John, Chair, said the Committee met earlier today. The Jail population is at 35 but would be lower if not for the five or six individuals who are in for parole violations. The State is not taking State ready individuals and is not indicating when they are going to take the parole violators. Parole has not changed their practices at all during the pandemic which is a problem. Comprehensive parole reform is lacking in the State. The Committee had a good discussion regarding police reform. They also discussed what different Departments are doing to prepare for another potential shut down. The Departments
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appear to be better prepared than Spring. The courts still have not figured out how to hold a jury trial as of yet.
Resolution No. 2020-222: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Replacement Pay - Department of Emergency Response (ID #9718)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Rich John, Member
SECONDER: Glenn Morey, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the Department of Emergency Response had an Assistant EMS Director retire in December 2019 (partial terminal pay paid in 2020), and a County Fire, Disaster, EMS Coordinator (former Director) retire in April 2020, as well as a Communications Center Manager resign in December 2019 (terminal pay paid in 2020), an Emergency Services Dispatcher resign in July 2020, and an
Emergency Services Dispatcher on disability from February 4, 2020, through April 16, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for replacement pay to the Department from the Contingent Fund for terminal pay, as well as for disability for the period beyond the initial two months, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $ 110,030.06 TO: A3410.51000180 Assistant EMS Director $ 1,914.06 A3410.51000288 County Fire, Disaster, EMS Coordinator $ 20,219.04 A3410.51000173 Communications Center Manager $ 45,931.18 A3410.51000551 Emergency Services Dispatcher (Terminal) $ 4,211.55 A3410.51000551 Emergency Services Dispatcher (DB) $ 2,139.20
A3140.58800 Fringes $ 35,615.03 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Health and Human Services Committee
Ms. Black, Chair, said the Committee has not met since the last Legislature meeting. The next meeting is December 21st at 1:00 p.m. There will be an update from representatives of the St. John’s
church on their COVID procedures. The January meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. as the previous date fell on a County holiday.
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Facilities and Infrastructure Committee
Mr. Lane, Chair, said the next Committee meeting is December 17th at 9:00 a.m. He said the Ludlowville Bridge in Lansing is almost completed and the State Route 34B bridge is now closed.
Resolution No. 2020-223: Resolution of the Tompkins County Legislature, as the Elected Legislative Body of Tompkins County, New York, in Accordance with Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as Amended, Approving the Issuance by the County of Tompkins, New York of its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2021 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) in an Aggregate Principal Amount up to $13,000,000 (ID #9611)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Lane, Member
SECONDER: David McKenna, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, the County of Tompkins, New York (the “County”) intends to issue, contingent upon the adoption of this Resolution, its Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2021 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax), in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $13,000,000 (the “Series A Notes”), and
WHEREAS, proceeds from the sale of the Series A will (i) finance the current refunding of the County’s $10,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series A (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series A Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to finance a capital improvement project (the “Project”) at the County’s existing Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (the “Airport”) located at 1 Culligan Drive, Ithaca, New York 14850, (ii) finance the current refunding of the
County’s $3,000,000 Airport Bond Anticipation Notes, 2020 Series C (Subject to the Alternative Minimum Tax) (the “2020 Series C Notes”) the proceeds of which were used to provide new monies for the Project, and (iii) pay all or a portion of the costs incidental to the issuance of the Series A Notes, including issuance costs of the Series A Notes, and WHEREAS, the Project consists of additions, renovations and improvements, including an expansion to the facility’s existing terminal building, apron reconstruction, installation of a new passenger boarding bridge, installation of a geothermal heating and cooling system, installation of overhead
canopies with solar panels to be located in the existing public parking lot, installation of additional solar panels on the top of the existing curbside canopy, the construction of a new federal customs facility and the relocation of the existing aviation fuel facility currently located east of Cline Boulevard on the property
of the Airport to a proposed shared-use fuel facility site located east of Warren Road also on Airport property, all to include site, access and parking improvements, demolition, utility, mechanical, plumbing and electrical improvements, the acquisition of original furnishings, fixtures and equipment, and payment of professional fees and all other necessary costs incidental to such work, and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”), interest on the Series A Notes will not be excluded from gross income for Federal income tax purposes unless the issuance of the Series A Notes is approved by the Legislature after a public hearing to consider both the issuance of the Series A Notes and the nature and location of the facilities financed therewith has been conducted following reasonable public notice, and WHEREAS, on December 1, 2020, prior to consideration of this approving resolution, in the Legislative Chambers of the Governor Daniel D. Tompkins Building located at 121 East Court Street,
Second Floor, Ithaca, New York 14850, the County held such a public hearing in the presence of the County Legislature upon proper notice in compliance with Section 147(f) of the Code, and
WHEREAS, to aid the Legislature in its deliberations, the County has made available to the members of the Legislature prior to this meeting the notice of public hearing published by the County in The Ithaca Journal on November 18, 2020, along with the affidavit of publication of such newspaper,
and WHEREAS, the Legislature, after due consideration of the foregoing, as the “applicable elected representative” of the County within the meaning of Section 147(f)(2)(E) of the Code, desires to approve the issuance of the Series A Notes, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Facilities and Infrastructure Committee, by the County Legislature of Tompkins County, That: Section 1. For the purpose of satisfying the approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code, the Legislature hereby gives its approval of the issuance by the County of the Series A Notes. This approval is given pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code for the purpose of qualifying the interest payable on the Series A Notes for exclusion from gross income for federal income tax purposes pursuant to the provisions of Sections 103 and 141-150 of the Code.
Section 2. This Resolution shall be deemed to be made for the benefit of the holders of the Series A Notes.
Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately SEQR ACTION: UNLISTED
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Government Operations Committee
Ms. Champion, Chair, said the Committee met on December 3rd and went through year-end resolutions. The next meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2021 at 1:45 p.m.
Resolution No. 2020-224: Appropriation from Contingent Fund - Terminal Pay – Tompkins County Clerk’s Office, Central Services, and Department of Motor Vehicles (ID #9748)
The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Henry Granison, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, in the Tompkins County Clerk’s Office, a Principal Recording Clerk retired effective November 8, 2020; in the Central Services Department, a Mail and Records Clerk retired
effective September 25, 2020; and in the Department of Motor Vehicles, a Deputy County Clerk retired effective December 31, 2020, and WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal-pay reimbursement to the department from the Contingent Fund, and
WHEREAS, the County Administrator and Director of Finance approve the request from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and the Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committees, That the Director of Finance is hereby authorized and directed to make the following budget adjustment for 2020: FROM: A1990.54400 Contingent Fund $30,445.79
TO: A1410.51000685 Principal Recording Clerk $ 3,247.34 A1410.58800 Fringes $ 1,616.52
A1346.51000789 Mail and Records Clerk $ 1,209.80 A1346.58800 Fringes $ 602.23 A1411.51000202 Deputy County Clerk $15,869.88 A1411.58800 Fringes $ 7,900.02 SEQR ACTION: TYPE II-26
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Resolution No. 2020-225: Resolution Setting Salaries of the Members of the Tompkins County Legislature to be Elected for the Term Commencing January 1, 2022 (ID #9703)
Mr. Lane thanked the Committee for looking at this and taking care of it by the end of the year.
Mr. Klein noted that the Legislature determines their own salary, which is a unique situation. He then read a statement into the record, noting that if this resolution is passed, Legislators will go six years without a salary increase.
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Ms. Kelles added that there was a huge outcry from the public, with about forty people showing up at the Legislature Chambers. These people vociferously urged the Legislature to increase the salary so it reflected a living wage. She said that the lower salary excludes lower income individuals from serving on the Legislature. Ms. Champion said she would support a two percent yearly increase, as the cost of living adjustment allows. The resolution was adopted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Michael Lane, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, elections for all 14 members of the Tompkins County Legislature will be held in 2021 for terms commencing on January 1, 2022, and WHEREAS, it is appropriate that the level of compensation be established well in advance of the election so that prospective candidates and voters will be informed as to the salaries to be paid to Legislators for lost opportunity for employment during time required, and
WHEREAS, Tompkins County Legislators’ salaries increased from $19,075 in 2017, to $21,400 in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, and
WHEREAS, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Tompkins County is facing sobering budget issues such as substantial revenue reduction and the need to eliminate a significant number of positions within the County workforce, and
WHEREAS, it would be inappropriate to increase Legislators’ salaries for at least two years while the County recovers financially, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Legislators’ salaries for the period 2022 through 2025, are set according to the following table: 2022 $21,400 2023 $21,400 2024 $22,050 (3% increase rounded) 2025 $22,700 (3% increase rounded).
RESOLVED, further, That the annual salary for the Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature elected for each annual term commencing January 1, 2022, shall be one and one-half the salary of a Legislator not serving as Chair,
RESOLVED, further, That the fiscal target for the Tompkins County Legislature be adjusted
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Resolution No. 2020-226: Amending the Rules of the Legislature - Rules I, II, and IV (ID #9742)
Ms. Robertson proposed the following amendments: Rule IV - Order of Business - move the Chair’s Report and Chair’s Appointments to before the Special Topical Presentation and/or Discussion and add to paragraph (11) Consent Agenda “…designated as being routine by the Clerk of the Legislature...”. These amendments were accepted as friendly.
Ms. Robertson raised a question concerning the word “Motion” in paragraph (10) and what constituted a motion. Mrs. Covert said she considers appointments as motions. Ms. Champion said the Committee could revisit that section and look into it further.
Mr. Granison MOVED to amend Rule IV - Order of Business to return the Privilege of the Floor for Legislators back to after Privilege of the Floor by Municipal Officials. This was seconded by Mr.
Lane. Mr. Granison said by moving it to the end of the meeting, it degrades what Legislators may have to say. Mr. Klein read a statement and noted the length of time Legislators are speaking during the meetings. Ms. Koreman said she would like to see some type of restraint in the amount of time individuals are speaking and said she will support Mr. Granison’s amendment to move Privilege of the Floor for Legislators back to the beginning of the meeting. Mr. Lane agrees with Mr. Granison’s amendment. He worries that if the Privilege of the Floor by Legislators is moved to the end of the meeting, Legislators may start making comments in the Committee reports, which is the wrong space for the comments if unrelated to the Committee.
Mrs. McBean-Clairborne supports Mr. Granison’s amendment and added that she doesn’t think privilege of the floor is the problem.
It was MOVED by Ms. Black, seconded by Mr. Lane, to refer the resolution to Committee. A roll call vote resulted as follows: Ayes - 2 (Legislators Black and Lane), Noes - 12. MOTION LOST.
A roll call vote resulted as follows on the amendment to move Privilege of the Floor for Legislators: Ayes - 10 (Legislators Dawson, Granison, Kelles, Koreman, Lane, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler, and McBean-Clairborne); Noes - 4 (Legislators Black, Champion, John, and Klein). AMENDMENT CARRIED. Ms. Champion said this discussion needed to happen in hopes people will consider how much they’re speaking during the meeting. The resolution as amended was adopted by roll call vote.
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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Amanda Champion, Member
SECONDER: Rich John, Member
AYES: Shawna Black, Amanda Champion, Deborah Dawson, Henry Granison, Rich
John, Anna Kelles, Daniel Klein, Anne Koreman, Michael Lane, Leslyn
McBean-Clairborne, David McKenna, Glenn Morey, Martha Robertson,
Michael Sigler
WHEREAS, a subcommittee of the Government Operations Committee was authorized to review the current Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature, and
WHEREAS, the subcommittee presented its recommendations to the Government Operations Committee at its meeting of December 3, 2020, now therefore be it RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That Rule I - Meetings, (1) Organizational Meeting, of the Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature be amended as
follows: RULE I - MEETINGS (1) Organizational Meeting The organizational meeting shall be held on or before the eighth day of January in each year on the date and at the time and place fixed by resolution of the Legislature duly adopted at least one month
prior. The Clerk of the Tompkins County Legislature shall mail or e-mail or serve personally upon each member or notify personally by phone at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to stating the date, hour, and place of the organizational meeting and offices to be filled. Whenever possible, the Clerk shall give one
week’s notice of said meeting. At the organizational meeting following each quadrennial Legislature election, the County Clerk shall administer the oath of office to the legislators assuming office.
In the event of the death, inability, or failure of the Clerk of the Legislature or Deputy Clerk(s) to call such meeting or serve notices, the County Clerk shall call such meeting on or before the 15th day of January following and serve such notices as provided in Section 151 of the County Law. At the organizational meeting the Clerk or Deputy Clerk(s) shall preside until a temporary Chair is chosen. The temporary Chair shall be elected by the majority vote of the members present. The temporary Chair shall preside and the next order of business shall be the election of a Chair of the Legislature, The temporary Chair may preside for up to thirty (30) days, after which time the position of Chair shall be considered vacant. The temporary Chair is not empowered to make appointments without the approval of the majority of the Legislature. After a Chair is elected, a Vice Chair of the Legislature shall be elected. Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair shall be made from the floor and the members
present shall elect said positions by majority vote of the whole Legislature. Unless a vacancy occurs (see details below), the Chair and Vice Chair shall serve until the subsequent organizational meeting.
In the case of a failure by the Legislature to elect the Chair of the Legislature at the organizational meeting, the temporary Chair shall continue to preside. A revote shall be taken, no less than twice at each Legislature meeting thereafter until a Chair is elected. If no Chair is elected within thirty (30) days after
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the organizational meeting, the County Clerk shall, by a process determined by the County Clerk, appoint a member of the Legislature as Chair, who shall serve until the Legislature itself elects a new Chair. Until a new Vice Chair is elected, the previous Vice Chair shall continue in that role. In the event that the previous Vice Chair is unable to continue serving, the order of succession of Legislators as adopted by resolution shall be used to fill the role of Vice Chair, until a new Vice Chair is elected. In the case of a vacancy (e.g., death, resignation, removal, incapacitation, or disqualification) in the office of the Chair of the Legislature, the Clerk of the Legislature shall notify the members of the Legislature of the vacancy upon like notice as provided above. The Clerk will set the meeting date of the
election for the vacancy, which may be an additional meeting or the next regularly scheduled Legislature meeting, at which a successor shall be elected Chair who shall be a member of the Legislature. The person so elected shall serve as Chair of the Legislature for the unexpired term of the previous Chair. In
the event of the failure of the Legislature to elect such Chair within thirty (30) days after the vacancy shall have occurred, the County Clerk shall appoint a member of the Legislature as Chair, who shall serve as Chair of the Legislature for the remainder of the unexpired term of the previous Chair.
In the event of a vacancy in the office of the Vice Chair, the Legislature shall elect a new Vice Chair. In the absence of the Chair, the duties of the Vice Chair shall include all duties and functions of the Chair, excluding the appointment of the members to committees and boards, unless approved by the majority of the full Legislature. The Vice Chair shall receive no additional remuneration unless he/she shall act as Chair in excess of thirty (30) consecutive days after assuming the duties of Chair. Thereafter, the Vice Chair shall receive the salary of the Chair of the Legislature, it being understood the Chair’s salary will be reduced to that of a County Legislator until the Chair resumes the duties of Chair.
RESOLVED, further, That Rule II of the Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature be amended as follows: RULE II - QUORUM A majority of the whole number of members of the Legislature shall constitute a quorum. For
purposes of meetings of the full Legislature, the words “whole number” means the total number of Legislators if there were no vacancies and none of the persons were disqualified from acting, (for example, if the whole Legislature is 14 the majority is 8). A quorum may perform and exercise any power or authority of the Legislature. If a quorum is not present, the Legislature may not convene or take action. A positive vote by the majority of the whole is required to perform and exercise any power unless otherwise noted in the rules of the Legislature. A majority of those present, even if less than a quorum may vote to adjourn a meeting. Because of the need for a quorum to conduct business, it is important that the Legislative office know ahead of time when a Legislator will not be in attendance. A Legislator is expected to notify the
Legislative Clerk’s office if he/she will be necessarily absent from a regular or special meeting or from a committee or subcommittee meeting. Lack of notification will result in the Legislator being listed as absent rather than excused. RESOLVED, further, That Rule IV of the Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature be amended as follows:
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RULE IV - ORDER OF BUSINESS The Clerk of the Legislature shall prepare an agenda, and the order of business at each session shall be as follows: 1. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 2. Roll Call of Members 3. Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices 4. Announcements of Executive Sessions and Reordering of Business
5. Privilege of the Floor a. Public b. Municipal Officials
c. Legislators 6. Chair’s Report and Chair’s Appointments 7. Special Presentation and/or Discussion
8. Reports by County Administrator, County Attorney, and Director of Finance 9. Report from other County Staff as Recognized by the Chair of the Legislature 10. Resolutions and Motions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda 11. Consent Agenda 12. Standing and Special Committees: a. Report b. Motions and Resolutions 13. Individual Member-Filed Resolutions 14. Minutes of Previous Meeting 15. Unfinished Business 16. Adjournment
(1) Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
The Chair shall lead all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. (2) Roll Call of Members
The Clerk shall record by name all members present, excused, or absent and shall further record the arrival of any member listed as absent and the departure of any member listed as present, during the
course of each meeting. Any member having answered the roll call at any meeting of the Legislature, shall not permanently leave such meeting without notifying the Chair of the Legislature publicly. (3) Presentation of Proclamations, Petitions, Communications, and Notices Proclamations to take notice of or honor an event or a person will be read at Legislature meetings by the Chair. The title of a proclamation shall be filed with the Clerk of the Legislature one week prior to the Legislature meeting at which it will be read in time to be placed on the agenda. The text of the proclamation shall be filed in the Clerk’s office sufficiently in advance of the meeting to allow adequate time for Legislator review. Any member of the Legislature may author, sponsor, or read a proclamation, but the Chair of the Legislature shall agree with the appropriateness of the proclamation. The Chair will
consult with the full Legislature, to the extent possible. The Chair will include such as part of the next Chair’s report at the next Legislature meeting. When the timing of an event does not coordinate with the Legislative calendar, the Chair of the Legislature has the authority to act on his/her own and deliver the
proclamation outside of a regular meeting.
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Petitions, communications, and notices shall be presented in writing in summary form to the Legislature by the Clerk or by any member of the Legislature. (4) Announcements of Executive Sessions and Reordering of Business The Chair of the Legislature shall announce any executive session(s) being requested to be held, if known and announce the specific reason for the executive session. Also, a Legislator may request an executive session. The Legislature may enter an executive session only upon majority vote.
In the absence of objection, the Chair shall have the authority to reorder the agenda. A Legislator may request to reorder the agenda. In the event of an objection to reordering, the Legislature shall
proceed by majority vote. (5) Privilege of the Floor The Clerk shall enter in the minutes that the privilege of the floor was granted to those speaking, together with a brief statement of the subject matter discussed and points made. a) Public Persons not members of the Legislature shall, upon consent of the Chair, or upon the request of any member of the Legislature, be accorded the privilege of the floor and be permitted to speak in regard to matters pending before the Legislature or within the scope of the powers of the Legislature. No person not a member of the Tompkins County Legislature shall speak for more than three (3) minutes on any one subject; however, the Chair may exercise discretion to extend the three (3) minutes. To extend beyond five (5) minutes, consent of a majority of the Legislature is necessary. b) Municipal Officials Municipal officials (e.g., Mayor, Supervisor, or Council member) are invited to report on any
issue from his or her municipality relevant to County business. c) Legislators Members of the Legislature shall be accorded the privilege of the floor and be permitted to speak. As is required of the public, Legislators shall strive to be concise and limit their speaking time. (6) Chair’s Report and Chair’s Appointments The Chair shall report on any items deemed appropriate. The Chair shall announce all appointments made by authority of the Chair and shall present all those appointments required to be nominated by the Chair. (7) Special Presentation and/or Legislative Discussion
From time to time it is desirable for the Tompkins County Legislature to focus on a specific topic or issue on which there may be a presentation to the Legislature for informational purposes and/or a
discussion by the full Legislature. In the absence of objection, the Chair shall have the authority to add a
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special presentation or discussion to the agenda. Any member of the Legislature may request a special presentation or discussion. In the event of objection to adding a special presentation or discussion, the Legislature shall proceed by a majority vote. (8) Reports by County Administrator, County Attorney, and Director of Finance These three officials shall report on any items deemed appropriate. (9) Report from other County Staff as Recognized by the Chair of the Legislature
When recognized by the Chair of the Legislature, County staff may report on any item(s) deemed appropriate.
(10) Resolutions and Motions Added to and Withdrawn from the Agenda
All resolutions and motions to be acted upon at any regular meeting, exclusive of a resolution brought on by a motion to reconsider, shall be pre-filed in the office of the Clerk of the Legislature not later than 5 p.m. seven (7) days preceding the date of the next meeting. At special meetings, resolutions must be pre-filed not later than forty-eight (48) hours preceding the date and time set for the meeting. The agenda, listing titles of resolutions to be presented and enclosing copies of pre-filed resolutions for regular and special meetings, shall be delivered to Legislators as soon as possible. Amendments or additions to the delivered agenda, or in the event that delivery is not possible in a timely manner, agenda packets shall be placed upon each member’s desk before the meeting is called to order. Any resolution not set forth in the order of business may be added to the agenda by motion of a member present and passed by a two-thirds vote of the whole Legislature. Resolutions on the agenda for a meeting may be withdrawn at the request of the sponsoring committee Chair and with the consent of the Chair of the Legislature. Any resolution that has been recommended for action by the Legislature by more than one Committee of the Legislature shall appear on the Legislature's agenda in the form approved by the final
Committee to vote on it, in a format specifying differences from the wording approved by the other Committee(s). (11) Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda shall be a listing, by committee, of all resolutions and appointments that have been designated as being routine by the Clerk of the Legislature and not likely to need or require discussion by the Legislature. No debate or motions are permitted for individual items within the consent agenda, except to request removal of an item. Resolutions shall not be included in the Consent Agenda if they: adopt local laws; change the Rules of the Tompkins County Legislature;
amend the Capital Program; require a roll call vote or a 2/3 majority; appropriate money from the Contingent Fund or from any fund balance;
change fiscal targets or other budget guidelines;
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levy taxes or fees; establish the salaries of employees, legislators, or other elected officials; ratify union contracts; authorize borrowing; received any negative vote(s) in committee; are designated as non-routine by the Chair of the committee or Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature The resolutions and appointments listed in the Consent Agenda are voted on as a group by the
Legislature. Any member of the Legislature may require that any resolution or appointment in the Consent Agenda be instead included separately and individually as part of the business of Standing Committees or Special Committees, number 12 below.
(12) Standing and Special Committees
a) Reports. The chair of each standing and special committee or designee shall give a brief oral report of any business of their committee not scheduled for discussion as part of the Legislative meeting agenda, followed by an opportunity for other members of the Legislature to ask questions. b) Motions and Resolutions. The Committee Chair shall then introduce by title each motion or resolution recommended by the committee. The person making a motion or resolution may not speak against that motion or resolution; the person making a motion or resolution may, nevertheless, vote against any such motion or resolution. If the motion or resolution differs from the version filed with the Clerk of the Legislature, attention should be drawn to the changes, and if possible a copy of the revised resolution shall be on each Legislator’s desk by the start of the meeting. Copies of the motions and resolutions shall be made available to interested persons present.
Any resolution that has been recommended by a committee of the Legislature for action by the Legislature shall be pre-filed, with the names of the committee members and how they voted if the vote was not unanimous. A committee may request an explanation be added to the resolution when it believes
other Legislators or the public would benefit from additional information. (13) Individual Member-Filed Resolutions Any individual member shall introduce any motion or resolution at this point by reading the title. Such resolutions may be jointly submitted by more than one Legislator. (14) Minutes of Previous Meeting As part of the agenda, the Clerk of the Legislature shall provide a written copy of the minutes for each previous meeting which have not yet been approved. The minutes shall be voted on including any corrections, alterations, or additions made by the Legislature. (15) Unfinished Business A list of unfinished business to be acted upon by the Legislature shall be kept by the Clerk. Resolutions, motions, including motions to reconsider, appointments, and other matters tabled or
postponed at an earlier meeting and due to be acted upon at a subsequent meeting shall be listed on the
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agenda for that meeting as provided in section 10 of this Rule. All reports, resolutions, and other matters laid on the table may be called therefrom under “unfinished business” in the regular order of business. However, no report, resolutions, or other matters laid on the table indefinitely shall be called from the table except on at least one day’s notice or by consent of two-thirds of the members present and voting. (16) Adjournment Upon completion of the above-listed order of business, a vote may be held to adjourn or, in the absence of any objection, the Chair shall declare the meeting adjourned.
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Minutes of Previous Meeting
December 1, 2020
The minutes were accepted by roll call vote.
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Shawna Black, Vice Chair
SECONDER: Anne Koreman, Member
AYES: Black, Champion, Dawson, Granison, John, Kelles, Klein, Koreman, Lane,
McBean-Clairborne, McKenna, Morey, Robertson, Sigler
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
2020
LOCAL
LAWS
LOCAL LAW TITLE(S)
Local Law No. 1 of 2020 – A Local Law Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021
(Adopted August 18, 2020)
Local Law No. 2 of 2020 – A Local Law Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of
the Tompkins County Charter (Adopted December 1, 2020)
Page 2 of 4DOS-0239-f-l (Rev. 06/12)
Local Law Filing
(Use this form to file a local law with the Secretary of State.)
Text of law should be given as amended. Do not include matter being eliminated and do not use
italics or underlining to indicate new matter.
Local Law No. of the year 20
A local law (Insert Title)
Be it enacted by the of the
(Name of Legislative Body)
as follows:
(If additional space is needed, attach pages the same size as this sheet, and number each.)
County City Town Village
of
(Select one:)
County City Town Village
of
(Select one:)
New York State Department of State
Division of Corporations, State Records and Uniform Commercial Code
One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12231-0001
www.dos.state.ny.us/corps
Tompkins
1 20
Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021
Tompkins County Legislature
SECTION 1.
Overriding Tax Levy Limit for 2021. For fiscal year 2021, the County of Tompkins is hereby authorized to override
the real property tax levy limit established by Chapter 97 of the Laws of 2011 of the State of New York (Section 3-c of
the General Municipal Law) and may adopt a budget requiring a tax levy that is greater than such tax levy limit.
SECTION 2.
Effective Date. This Local Law shall become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.
Tompkins
Page 2 of 4DOS-0239-f-l (Rev. 06/12)
Local Law Filing
(Use this form to file a local law with the Secretary of State.)
Text of law should be given as amended. Do not include matter being eliminated and do not use
italics or underlining to indicate new matter.
Local Law No. of the year 20
A local law (Insert Title)
Be it enacted by the of the
(Name of Legislative Body)
as follows:
(If additional space is needed, attach pages the same size as this sheet, and number each.)
County City Town Village
of
(Select one:)
County City Town Village
of
(Select one:)
New York State Department of State
Division of Corporations, State Records and Uniform Commercial Code
One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12231-0001
www.dos.state.ny.us/corps
Tompkins
2 20
Amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of the Tompkins County Charter
Tompkins County Legislature
See attachment
Tompkins
Section 1. This is a Local Law amending Section 2.05 and Section 2.09 of Article 2 of the County Charter to read as follows: §C-2.05 Tompkins County Legislature; organization; Chair and Vice Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature; election. The Tompkins County Legislature, at an organizational meeting on or before January 8 each year, shall elect from its membership a Chair and Vice Chair. Unless a vacancy occurs, the Chair
and Vice Chair shall serve until the subsequent organizational meeting. In the event of a vacancy, the Tompkins County Legislature shall fill the office of Chair or Vice Chair in the manner provided by its rules. §C-2.09 Vice Chair of the Tompkins County Legislature; powers and duties. In the absence of the Chair, the duties of the Vice Chair shall include all duties and functions of the Chair, excluding the appointment of the members of the standing committees.
The Vice Chair shall receive no additional remuneration unless they shall act as Chair in excess of 30 consecutive days after assuming the duties of Chair. Thereafter, the Vice Chair shall receive the salary of the Chair of the Legislature, it being understood that the Chair's salary will be reduced to that of a County Legislator until the Chair resumes the duties of Chair.
Section 2: This local law shall take effect immediately upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State.
2021
TOWN
BUDGET
SUMMARIES
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
UNEXPENDED FUND
BALANCE
AMOUNT
TO BE
RAISED
APPROPRIATED
RESERVES
GENERAL FUND -
TOWNWIDE $805,581.00 $127,737.00 $191,999.00 $485,845.00 $0.00
HIGHWAY - TOWNWIDE $1,716,946.00 $469,476.00 $0.00 $1,247,470.00 $0.00
TOTAL TOWN $2,522,527.00 $597,213.00 $191,999.00 $1,733,315.00 $0.00
FIRE PROTECTION #1
DISTRICT $82,937.00 $0.00 $0.00 $82,937.00 $0.00
LIGHTING DISTRICT #1 $7,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,000.00 $0.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $89,937.00 $0.00 $0.00 $89,937.00 $0.00
GRAND TOTAL $2,612,464.00 $597,213.00 $191,999.00 $1,823,252.00 $0.00
Town of Caroline
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICT 2021 ADOPTED BUDGET
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
APPROPRIATED
FUND BALANCE
AMOUNT TO
BE RAISED BY
TAX
GENERAL FUND -
TOWNWIDE $984,326.00 $81,150.00 $49,198.00 $853,978.00
HIGHWAY FUND -
TOWNWIDE $1,392,927.00 $195,550.00 $36,112.00 $1,161,265.00
TOTAL - TOWN FUNDS $2,377,253.00 $276,700.00 $85,310.00 $2,015,243.00
DANBY FIRE DISTRICT $559,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $559,000.00
WEST DANBY WATER
DISTRICT $42,519.00 $12,675.00 $0.00 $29,844.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $601,519.00 $12,675.00 $0.00 $588,844.00
GRAND TOTAL $2,978,772.00 $289,375.00 $85,310.00 $2,604,087.00
Town of Danby
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
UNEXPENDED FUND
BALANCE
AMOUNT TO
BE RAISED
GENERAL FUND -
TOWNWIDE $2,570,009.00 $482,882.00 $150,000.00 $1,937,127.00
GENERAL - OUTSIDE
FUND $425,843.00 $133,600.00 $0.00 $292,243.00
HIGHWAY TOWNWIDE
FUND $2,348,826.00 $2,000.00 $100,000.00 $2,246,826.00
HIGHWAY OUTSIDE
FUND $1,445,270.00 $236,800.00 $0.00 $1,208,470.00
TOTAL TOWN $6,789,948.00 $855,282.00 $250,000.00 $5,684,666.00
DRYDEN FIRE
DISTRICT $1,163,734.00 $700.00 $0.00 $1,163,034.00
VARNA LIGHTING
DISTRICT $4,741.00 $15.00 $0.00 $4,726.00
ETNA LIGHTING
DISTRICT $3,465.00 $8.00 $0.00 $3,457.00
MEADOW/LEISURE
LIGHTING DISTRICT $3,787.00 $7.00 $0.00 $3,780.00
AMBULANCE DISTRICT $890,591.00 $500.00 $0.00 $890,091.00
SAPSUCKER SEWER -
UNITS $16,738.00 $13,243.00 $0.00 $3,495.00
CORTLAND RD SEWER $217,337.00 $210,245.00 $0.00 $7,092.00
COMBINED SEWER $359,647.00 $144,998.00 $214,649.00 $0.00
YELLOW BARN WATER $95,130.00 $46,300.00 $0.00 $48,830.00
COMBINED WATER $262,782.00 $262,782.00 $0.00 $0.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $3,017,952.00 $678,798.00 $214,649.00 $2,124,505.00
GRAND TOTAL $9,807,900.00 $1,534,080.00 $464,649.00 $7,809,171.00
Town of Dryden
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICT 2021 ADOPTED BUDGET
FUND
ADOPTED 2021
BUDGET
GENERAL FUND
APPROPRIATIONS $630,140.70
LESS ESTIMATED REVENUES $76,540.89
LESS APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $0.00
GENERAL FUND TOTAL TO BE RAISED IN TAXES $553,599.81
HIGHWAY FUND
APPROPRIATIONS $946,836.00
LESS ESTIMATED REVENUES $1,100.00
LESS APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $0.00
HIGHWAY TOTAL TO BE RAISED IN PROPERTY TAXES $945,736.00
TOWN TOTAL TO BE RAISED IN TAXES $1,499,335.81
TAX RATE $7.063467
ASSESSED VALUE TOTAL $212,266,263.00
TOWN OF ENFIELD FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
APPROPRIATIONS $391,345.00
LESS ESTIMATED REVENUES $0.00
LESS APPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE $0.00
TOTAL TO BE RAISED IN TAXES $391,345.00
TAX RATE $1.757972
ASSESSED VALUE TOTAL $222,611,658.00
TOTAL TOWN AND FIRE TO BE RAISED IN TAXES $1,890,680.81
Town of Enfield
2021 Budget Summary
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
UNEXPENDED FUND
BALANCE
AMOUNT
TO BE
RAISED
APPROPRIATED
RESERVES
GENERAL FUND -
TOWNWIDE $666,400.00 $91,400.00 $77,000.00 $498,000.00 $0.00
PART TOWN $317,750.00 $77,250.00 $48,000.00 $192,500.00 $0.00
HIGHWAY FUND
TOWNWIDE $877,322.00 $202,332.00 $0.00 $675,000.00 $0.00
HIGHWAY FUND PART
TOWN $661,300.00 $278,800.00 $178,000.00 $204,500.00 $0.00
TOTAL TOWN $2,522,772.00 $649,782.00 $303,000.00 $1,570,000.00 $0.00
GROTON FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT $147,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $147,500.00 $0.00
McLEAN FIRE
PROTECTION DISTRICT $131,366.00 $0.00 $0.00 $131,366.00 $0.00
McLEAN LIGHTING
DISTRICT $2,000.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $0.00
PERUVILLE LIGHTING
DISTRICT $1,400.00 $0.00 $700.00 $700.00 $0.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $282,266.00 $0.00 $1,700.00 $280,566.00 $0.00
GRAND TOTAL $2,805,038.00 $649,782.00 $304,700.00 $1,850,566.00 $0.00
Town of Groton
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
APPROPRIATED
FUND BALANCE
AMOUNT TO
BE RAISED BY
TAX
GENERAL TOWNWIDE
FUND $5,930,588.00 $3,345,650.00 ($1,415,062.00) $4,000,000.00
GENERAL PART-TOWN
FUND $2,003,770.00 $1,076,500.00 $927,270.00 $0.00
HIGHWAY TOWNWIDE
FUND $1,031,228.00 $27,050.00 $204,178.00 $800,000.00
HIGHWAY PART-TOWN
FUND $2,992,140.00 $1,013,950.00 $1,978,190.00 $0.00
WATER FUND $6,605,382.00 $5,139,000.00 $83,739.00 $1,382,643.00
SEWER FUND $3,223,467.00 $2,707,312.00 ($16,134.00) $532,289.00
RISK RETENTION FUND $35,500.00 $35,500.00 $0.00 $0.00
DEBT SERVICE FUND $533,430.00 $468,354.00 $65,076.00 $0.00
TOTAL - TOWN FUNDS $22,355,506.00 $13,813,316.00 $1,827,258.00 $6,714,932.00
FIRE PROTECTION FUND $3,633,000.00 $70,000.00 ($312,000.00) $3,875,000.00
FOREST HOME LIGHT
DISTRICT $4,000.00 $0.00 ($2,350.00) $6,350.00
GLENSIDE LIGHT
DISTRICT $900.00 $0.00 ($1,140.00) $2,040.00
RENWICK HEIGHTS
LIGHT DISTRICT $1,200.00 $0.00 ($1,640.00) $2,840.00
EASTWOOD COMMONS
LIGHT DISTRICT $2,400.00 $0.00 ($1,160.00) $3,560.00
CLOVER LANE LIGHT
DISTRICT $250.00 $0.00 ($310.00) $560.00
WINNER'S CIRCLE LIGH
DISTRICT $850.00 $0.00 ($400.00) $1,250.00
BURLEIGH DRIVE LIGHT
DISTRICT $950.00 $0.00 ($950.00) $1,900.00
WESTHAVEN ROAD
LIGHT DISTRICT $3,300.00 $0.00 ($2,250.00) $5,550.00
CODDINGTON ROAD
LIGHT DISTRICT $1,700.00 $0.00 ($1,550.00) $3,250.00
FOREST HOME
SIDEWALK DISTRICT $50,000.00 $0.00 $50,000.00 $0.00
TOTAL - SPECIAL
DISTRICTS FUNDS $3,698,550.00 $70,000.00 ($273,750.00) $3,902,300.00
GRAND TOTAL $26,054,056.00 $13,883,316.00 $1,553,508.00 $10,617,232.00
Town of Ithaca
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICT FUNDS
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUES
UNEXPENDED
FUND BALANCE
AMOUNT TO
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TAX
APPROPRIATED
RESERVES
GENERAL FUND
TOWNWIDE $2,108,886.00 $857,035.44 $118,500.00 $1,133,350.56 $0.00
GENERAL FUND
OUTSIDE VILLAGE $403,004.00 $340,181.00 $62,823.00 $0.00 $0.00
HIGHWAY FUND
TOWNWIDE $1,302,968.00 $190,181.73 $0.00 $1,112,786.27 $0.00
HIGHWAY FUND
OUTSIDE VILLAGE $1,542,621.00 $1,290,715.00 $251,906.00 $0.00 $0.00
TOTAL TOWN $5,357,479.00 $2,678,113.17 $433,229.00 $2,246,136.83 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #1
PHEASANT $3,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,000.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #2 $1,340.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,340.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #4
LAKE $2,750.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,750.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #5 -
FARM $1,340.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,340.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #6
LANSING $3,740.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,740.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #7
WOODLAND $3,345.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,345.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #8
CAYUGA $7,602.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,602.00 $0.00
DRAINAGE DISTRICT #10
NOVALANE $3,788.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,788.00 $0.00
LUDLOWVILLE
LIGHTING DISTRICT $2,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $2,000.00 $0.00
WARREN ROAD
LIGHTING DISTRICT $7,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,500.00 $0.00
LAKEWATCH LIGHTING
DISTRICT $7,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,000.00 $0.00
WARREN RD SEWER $134,007.88 $107,300.00 $0.00 $26,707.88 $0.00
CHERRY ROAD SEWER
DISTRICT $65,730.00 $25,200.00 $40,020.00 $510.00 $0.00
LANSING WATER
DISTRICTS $1,383,941.56 $778,000.00 $49,260.59 $556,680.97 $0.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $1,627,084.44 $910,500.00 $89,280.59 $627,303.85 $0.00
GRAND TOTAL $6,984,563.44 $3,588,613.17 $522,509.59 $2,873,440.68 $0.00
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Town of Lansing
2021 Budget Summary
FUND APPROPRIATIONS
ESTIMATED
REVENUE
UNEXPENDED FUND
BALANCE
AMOUNT
TO BE
RAISED
GENERAL FUND -
TOWNWIDE $742,937.00 $147,068.00 $50,000.00 $545,869.00
NEWFIELD
COMMUNITY PARK $25,000.00 $20,000.00 $0.00 $5,000.00
RECREATION FUND $129,790.00 $88,610.00 $0.00 $41,180.00
HIGHWAY FUND $1,633,845.00 $241,900.00 $95,000.00 $1,296,945.00
TOTAL TOWN $2,531,572.00 $497,578.00 $145,000.00 $1,888,994.00
FIRE DISTRICT FUND $412,547.00 $36.00 $0.00 $412,511.00
LIGHTING DISTRICT
FUND $20,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $20,000.00
SEWER FUND $172,171.00 $100,558.00 $71,613.00 $0.00
WATER FUND -
DISTRICT #1 $167,498.00 $126,030.00 $0.00 $41,468.00
WATER FUND -
DISTRICT #2 $237,775.00 $90,130.00 $0.00 $147,645.00
TOTAL SPECIAL
DISTRICTS $1,009,991.00 $316,754.00 $71,613.00 $621,624.00
GRAND TOTAL $3,541,563.00 $814,332.00 $216,613.00 $2,510,618.00
Town of Newfield
2021 Budget Summary
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
FUND 2019 ACTUAL
2020 MODIFIED
BUDGET
TENTATIVE
BUDGET 2021
PRELIMINARY
BUDGET 2021
ADOPTED
BUDGET 2021
Appropriations
General $807,580.00 $1,137,245.00 $1,041,127.00 $1,041,127.00 $1,041,127.00
Highway $719,754.00 $702,162.00 $579,581.00 $579,581.00 $579,581.00
General Part - Town $177,600.00 $246,985.00 $270,098.00 $270,098.00 $270,098.00
Highway Part - Town $292,321.00 $393,954.00 $305,951.00 $305,951.00 $305,951.00
Fire $228,645.00 $231,759.00 $228,783.00 $228,783.00 $228,783.00
Emergency Medical $401,031.00 $442,630.00 $418,900.00 $418,900.00 $418,900.00
Water District 1 $14,408.00 $12,300.00 $17,000.00 $17,000.00 $17,000.00
Water District 2 $645.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Water District 3 $340,686.00 $319,628.00 $337,961.00 $337,961.00 $337,961.00
Water District 4 $832.00 $695.00 $969.00 $969.00 $969.00
APPROPRIATIONS TOTAL $2,983,502.00 $3,489,858.00 $3,202,871.00 $3,202,871.00 $3,202,871.00
General $551,633.00 $741,687.00 $637,845.00 $637,845.00 $637,845.00
Highway $561,581.00 $358,337.00 $307,248.00 $307,248.00 $307,248.00
General Part - Town $198,303.00 $241,985.00 $270,098.00 $270,098.00 $270,098.00
Highway Part - Town $314,269.00 $393,954.00 $305,951.00 $305,951.00 $305,951.00
Fire $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Emergency Medical $111,186.00 $80,496.00 $81,784.00 $81,784.00 $81,784.00
Water District 1 $13,682.00 $11,500.00 $14,090.00 $14,090.00 $14,090.00
Water District 2 $670.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,500.00
Water District 3 $88,716.00 $92,548.00 $109,926.00 $109,926.00 $109,926.00
Water District 4 $561.00 $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $400.00
Subtotal Rev-excluding
property tax $1,840,601.00 $1,923,407.00 $1,729,843.00 $1,729,843.00 $1,729,843.00
Revenue - property tax
General $376,171.00 $393,186.00 $403,282.00 $403,282.00 $403,282.00
Highway $240,180.00 $272,334.00 $272,334.00 $272,334.00 $272,334.00
General Part - Town $228,645.00 $231,759.00 $228,783.00 $228,783.00 $228,783.00
Highway Part - Town $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Fire $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Emergency Medical $341,031.00 $332,134.00 $337,116.00 $337,116.00 $337,116.00
Water District 1 $800.00 $800.00 $2,910.00 $2,910.00 $2,910.00
Water District 2 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Water District 3 $217,465.00 $227,079.00 $228,035.00 $228,035.00 $228,035.00
Water District 4 $287.00 $295.00 $569.00 $569.00 $569.00
Subtotal - property tax $1,404,579.00 $1,457,587.00 $1,473,029.00 $1,473,029.00 $1,473,029.00
Revenue - total $3,245,180.00 $3,380,994.00 $3,202,871.00 $3,202,871.00 $3,202,871.00
Town of Ulysses
2021 Budget Summary
Revenues excluding property tax
TOTAL
GENERAL
FUND WATER FUND SEWER FUND
SOLID WASTE
FUND
SIDEWALK
IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT
STORMWATER
FUND
APPROPRIATIONS
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
SUPPORT $7,158,525.00 $6,691,185.00 $215,152.00 $252,188.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
PUBLIC SAFETY $14,392,175.00 $14,392,175.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
TRANSPORTATION $5,842,900.00 $5,842,900.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT $61,000.00 $61,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
CULTURE & RECREATION $6,250,829.00 $6,250,829.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
HOME & COMMUNITY
SERVICES $11,440,319.00 $1,930,136.00 $3,346,465.00 $4,281,920.00 $418,486.00 $748,752.00 $714,560.00
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS $21,885,806.00 $19,148,758.00 $1,132,331.00 $1,126,759.00 $126,984.00 $77,542.00 $273,432.00
DEBT SERVICE $11,248,215.00 $7,266,910.00 $2,579,574.00 $1,324,542.00 $21,875.00 $41,200.00 $14,114.00
INTERFUND TRANSFERS $987,894.00 $30,000.00 $260,000.00 $300,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $397,894.00
TOTAL APPROPRIATIONS $79,267,663.00 $61,613,893.00 $7,533,522.00 $7,285,409.00 $567,345.00 $867,494.00 $1,400,000.00
REAL PROPERTY TAX ITEMS $27,439,571.00 $27,439,571.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
NON-PROPERTY TAX ITEMS $14,232,871.00 $14,232,871.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
DEPARTMENTAL INCOME $24,676,927.00 $8,698,904.00 $7,380,523.00 $5,792,661.00 $537,345.00 $867,494.00 $1,400,000.00
USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY $365,000.00 $360,000.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
LICENSES & PERMITS $3,057,200.00 $3,057,200.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FINES & FORFEITURES $780,000.00 $780,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
SALE OF PROPERTY AND
COMPENSATION FOR LOSS $260,500.00 $243,500.00 $8,500.00 $8,500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
MISCELLANEOUS $1,472,735.00 $1,472,735.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
INTERFUND TRANSFERS $2,168,386.00 $2,075,886.00 $35,270.00 $27,230.00 $30,000.00 $0.00 $0.00
STATE AID $2,919,226.00 $2,919,226.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
FEDERAL AID $334,000.00 $334,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED
REVENUES $77,706,416.00 $61,613,893.00 $7,424,293.00 $5,833,391.00 $567,345.00 $867,494.00 $1,400,000.00
APPROPRIATE CASH
SURPLUS $1,561,247.00 $0.00 $109,229.00 $1,452,018.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
TOTAL REVENUES $79,267,663.00 $61,613,893.00 $7,533,522.00 $7,285,409.00 $567,345.00 $867,494.00 $1,400,000.00
BALANCE OF APPROPRIATIONS TO BE RAISED BY REAL PROPERTY TAXES:
TAXABLE ASSESSED
PROPERTY VALUE 2021 TAX RATE TAX LEVY
$2,226,546,099.00 11.8500 $26,384,571.00
ESTIMATED REVENUES
City of Ithaca
2021 Budget Summary
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Section 2 Page 9Revised/updated 2/19/2021
Departments
Carried over
from Prior
Years
2019
Certified
Rollover
Total
Available
Approved for
Use
in 2020*
Adopted for
Use
in 2021
Return to
General
Fund
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Remaining
Balance
Assessment Department 0 1,795 1,795 0 0 0 1,795
Board of Elections 0 80,049 80,049 0 10,000 0 70,049
County Administration 73,349 91,441 164,790 0 0 0 164,790
County Attorney 21,558 2,983 24,541 0 0 0 24,541
County Historian 19,265 1,781 21,046 0 21,046 0 0
County Office for the Aging -38,063 65,622 27,559 0 0 0 27,559
District Attorney 8,423 38,300 46,723 0 0 0 46,723
Facilities Department -5,338 77,686 72,348 0 39,000 0 33,348
Finance Department 143,049 131,303 274,352 0 29,254 0 245,098
Health Department 187,836 117,578 305,414 0 75,000 0 230,414
Information Technology
Services 0 4,024 4,024 0 0 0 4,024
Legislature 4,728 7,296 12,024 0 0 0 12,024
Office of Human Rights 42,473 115,440 157,913 0 10,000 0 147,913
Human Resources 6,364 4,551 10,915 0 0 0 10,915
Probation and Community
Justice Department 35,015 48,839 83,854 0 0 0 83,854
Sheriff's Office 0 73,333 73,333 0 0 0 73,333
Social Services Department 289,339 75,929 365,268 0 365,268 0 0
Veterans Service Agency 0 3,483 3,483 0 0 0 3,483
Weights and Measures 22,548 6,686 29,234 0 27,284 0 1,950
Youth Services Department 22,044 8,485 30,529 0 7,750 0 22,779
TOTAL $832,590 $956,604 $1,789,194 $0 $584,602 $0 $1,204,592
Use of Rollover
(2021 Adopted)
Note: Rollover excludes net negative accounts, therefore total is higher than Assigned Unappropriated Rollover
*The customary current year rollover process was suspended in anticipation of to the operating deficit expected to result from COVID19 impacts on
revenue. However, departmental rollover has been applied in the 2021 Recommended Budget.
Section 2 Page 10
2020 2021
Adopted Adopted
Cap Limits
Increase in Tax Levy (%)5.41%0.88%
Increase in Tax Levy ($)$2,700,584 $448,945
Total Tax Levy at Cap $52,598,890 $51,717,048
Tompkins County Levy
Increase in Tax Levy (%)2.75%2.21%
Increase in Tax Levy ($)$1,369,797 $1,131,356
Total Tax Levy $51,268,103 $52,399,459
Resulting Annual Carryover $687,601 *$0 *
As permitted by law:
Authorization to Override Cap, Local Law: No. 4 of 2019 No. 1 of 2020
Authorization to Override, repealed by Local Law: No. 8 of 2019
Property Tax Cap Summary
*NYS Estimated Annual Carryover based on the actual difference between Levy and Levy Cap or 1.5% of
Levy Limit, whichever is lower.
Section 2 Page 11
$1,906,955 Projected 2021 Room Tax Revenue in Tompkins County
10% For Administrative Responsibilities
$190,696 County Revenue
$0 Additional to Tompkins County Area Development
$103,218 To Planning Department for Strategic Planning and Staffing
$1,613,041 Remainder to Tourism Promotion and Development
4% of percent projected Room Tax Revenue
$76,278 for Ithaca Downtown Conference Center (6475.54802)
Amt. Unit# Department
$1,613,041 6475 Tourism Promotion and Development
$0 6420 Tompkins County Area Development
Amt. Unit# Department
$103,218 8020 Community Planning*
Amt.Unit#Department
$55,577 8020 Community Planning*
$15,680 1989 County Administration
$18,817 1310 Budget & Finance
$25,089 1315 Comptroller
$3,137 1420 County Attorney
$72,396 9999 Unallocated Revenues
$190,696
$103,218 8020 Community Planning*
$55,577 8020 Community Planning*
$158,795 Total Room Tax Contribution to Planning Department Admin.
Tompkins County Room Tax
Places in the budget to find 41113 - Room Tax as revenue:
Planning Department Administration (funding not Part of the Administrative 10%)
Components of the Administrative 10%
10% of Projected Room Tax
Section 2 Page 12
8%
NY Sales Tax
Collected in
Tompkins
County
4%
(½ of the 8%)
4%
(½ of the 8%)
NY State Keeps Half
Half Returned
to County
75%
(“The 3%”)
Portion
Collected
Outside Ithaca
City Limits
Distributed according to
ratio of point of origin
Portion
Collected Inside
Ithaca City
Limits
Returned to City
50%
County Retains
50%
50%
Distributed to
Towns based on
Population
County Retains
50%25%
(“The 1%”)
Of this 4%
Portion
Collected
Outside Ithaca
City Limits
Distributed according to
ratio of point of origin
Portion
Collected Inside
Ithaca City
Limits
25%
Distributed to
Towns based on
Population
County Retains
75%
Returned to City
25%
County Retains
50%
County
Programs
Related to City
25%
Human Services
Coalition
20%
Southside
Community
Center
2%
Human Services
Agencies
(6305)
97.7%
Of this 20%
OAR
(6315)
2.3%
Recreation
Mainstream
(Variable
Annual Request)
TCAT
(5630)
$364,000
Youth
Department
(7022)
Mental Health
Department
(4326)
Dispatch
(3410)
$180,000
Tompkins
County Public
Library
0.85%
Remainder to
City
Of this 25%
To the City as
“Pass Through”
How Sales Tax is Distributed in Tompkins County
City/County
Sales Tax
Agreement
Section 2 Page 13
2021-2025 CAPITAL PLAN AND BUDGET
•2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Forms for New
and Active Projects (with expanded Narratives)
•2021-2025 Capital Plan Financial Tables:
o Project Summary
o Project Cash Flow
o Summary of Budget Impact
o Budget Impact Details
Section 3 Page 1
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2024 Completion Year:2024
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
This project includes the acquisition of a new aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle meeting the
requirements of FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-10E and 14 CFR Part 139. The ARFF vehicle will be an
all-wheel drive, diesel powered vehicle having a mechanical foam/water system designed for extinguishing
flammable and combustible liquid fuel fires. The vehicle would be capable of carrying sufficient water and
AFFF (foam) to supplement the existing fleet of vehicles (2 total) such that the total quantity of water for
foam production carried by all three vehicles is at least 3,000 gallons. Sponsor also intends to acquire
vehicle equipment including medical supply kits, firefighting tools, and personal protective gear and
apparatus. The equipment and supplies will be bid separately from the ARFF vehicle.
Project Type:Equipment
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$600,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $600,000 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$600,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $0 $600,000 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$600,000
$30,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
AIR4602
Location:Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$540,000
State Funds:$30,000
Section 3 Page 2
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Michael S. Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
After ITH met with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) they recommended a full Master Plan to
include an update to the Airport Pavement Management Survey (APMS). This will update the 2012 Airport
Layout Plan to determine its current and future needs. The study will provide planning guidelines for the
future development of the Airport to satisfy present and future aviation demand as well as current SOPs, as
well as consideration for maximizing economic development opportunities. The airport master plan will
take into consideration the full list of elements described in the advisory circular, including an airport
layout plan update, property maps, Exhibit A, and APMS. Updates to the sustainability/resiliency elements
will also be investigated as part of the plan. Updates to the aeronautical surveys and base mapping for the
Airport Geographic Information System (AGIS) and ALP will be in accordance with Advisory Circulars
150/5300-16,-17, and -18 for a Part 139 Airport.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning $500,000 $0 $500,000 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Airport Master Plan/Pavement Management Plan
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$500,000Total:$0 $500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2021 - 2
Location:72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport was the first airport to complete a Green/Sustainable Master Plan. As a
result of other non-AIP funding initiatives, a majority of the capital development projects identified on the
existing ALP have been completed or are no longer effective. In addition, the Airport Property boundary
has changed and warrants an update to the 2012 Master Plan. The dynamic at ITH is such that GA activity
has continued to increase, both in the number of operations and the amount of infrastructure development
that has occurred, and requires an update to ensure future planning needs are considered for the next 10 –
20 year planning term. Consideration for both aeronautical and non-aeronautical development needs to be
considered to correlate to the Airport’s business model and shared-services initiatives, which were not part
of overall planning considerations during the previous Master Plan. Additionally, the current FAA TAF
forecast differs from the previous master plan and requires a new study to develop a more accurate forecast.
The Airport be completing a FULL rewrite/new master plan and include any adjustments, additions,
changes, etc. that need to maintain the Airport.
Description
Section 3 Page 3
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Funding Sources
$500,000
$25,000Airport (PFC's or Operating Budget)
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$450,000
State Funds:$25,000
Section 3 Page 4
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2024 Completion Year:2026
Program Manager:Michael Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
This project is the intial study for the removal/mitigation of trees identified as penetrations to the Airport
and determined to be obstructions. The initial plan was to begin this project in 2018 with the initial study of
the obstructions, but it has been pushed back to a start date of 2024. The actual removal of obstructions is set
to be completed in 2026. The study and design (2024 and 2025) will determine the environmental impacts
as well as the SEQR Type.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$200,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $200,000
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$250,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $250,000 $0
Total Local:
Project:Airport Wide Obstruction Study and Removal
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$450,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $0 $250,000 $200,000
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$450,000
$22,500Aiport (PFC's)
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
2018 - 1
Location:72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$405,000
State Funds:$22,500
Section 3 Page 5
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2018 Completion Year:2023
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Due to FAA requirements of vehicle size and type, the current building is unsuitable for additional
expansion to meet the FAA requirements. The $4,000,000 is a very rough estimate on what the costs will be,
and a more accurate cost will be devloped during the 2021 design phase as part of the detailed eligibility
review for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funding.
Project Type:Building
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $150,000 $150,000 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$400,000 $0 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$4,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $4,000,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:ARFF SRE Building
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$4,550,000Total:$150,000 $400,000 $0 $4,000,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$4,550,000
$227,500PFC's/Airport
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
2018 - 25
Location:72 Brown Road
The Airport received a grant from the FAA to complete a feasibility study on the construction of the Aircraft
Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) and Snow Removal Equipment (SRE) Building at the Airport.
It was determined there is a need for a new building - to hold all mandated equipment, as well as the need
for it to be in a location where it allows safe egress from the building.
The design phase is set for 2021, with construction scheduled for 2023 - of which once the design phase is
complete, we will have updated environmental impacts (if any) as well as the SEQR Type.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$4,095,000
State Funds:$227,500
Section 3 Page 6
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2022 Completion Year:2022
Program Manager:Michael S. Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Expand the public and rental car parking.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$15,000 $0 $15,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$120,000 $0 $0 $120,000 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$15,000 $0 $15,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Expand Public and Rental Car Parking
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$150,000Total:$0 $30,000 $120,000 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$150,000
$150,000Other
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
14-6
Location:72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
During certain times of the year - the airport parking lot was at capacity. With the expansion and planned
increase in passengers and service - it was determined that there will be a need for additional parking.
Looking at the current parking configuration and determine what options are available to increase the
capacity. In 2020 the County Legislature passed Resolution # 2020-55 authorizing the collection of a
Consolidated Facilities Charge (CFC) to cover the project costs directly related to rental car operations. The
fee is set at $3.00 per transaction day, and will be kept in a separate account and used to fund projects such
as this, and others that are approved and relate to rental car concessions at ITH.
The airport will look at completing a study as well as design of the new parking lot(s).
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
Section 3 Page 7
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2022
Program Manager:Michael S. Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Replace all Taxiway Lighting with LED Lights.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$147,000 $147,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,000,000 $0 $0 $1,000,000 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Install LED Airfield and Taxiway Lighting - Design and Construction
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,147,000Total:$147,000 $0 $1,000,000 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$1,147,000
$50,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
14-4
Location:72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
The design of the project - Rehabilitate Taxiway Lighting - will be completed in 2020 and a review of the
current Airport Layout Plan (ALP) to ensure the project is consistent with the ALP. This project/design
will include site inspection, as well as a review of plans, specifications, reports, and studies. The final phase
of the design will include layout of the replacement plan. The funding for the design of this project is
estimated to be $147,000, which will be fully funded by the FAA due to the CARES Act. The construction
portion of, scheduled for 2022, is estimated to cost $1,000,000, with 90% Federal, 5% NYS and 5%
Airport/PFC's.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$1,047,000
State Funds:$50,000
Section 3 Page 8
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2018 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Complete rehabilitation of the Parallel Taxiway - broken into four phases for funding reasons. The phases
will overlap with design/construction taking place in different years. The overall project will include:
design of each phase by C&S Companies. Construction will include, but not limited to, milling, tack coat,
construction of a true and leveling course to reestablish longitudinal and transverse grades, 2 to 3 inch
bituminous surface course, new pavement markings, placement of topsoil, etc. C&S will also provide
contract administration to ensure the contractors work is proceeding, provide consultation, hold pre-
construction and pre-paving meetings, review submittals, prepare drawings and change orders as
required,etc. C&S will also provide construction observation, whereas a full time resident engineer or
inspector will oversee the project, observe the work, attend meetings, observe testing and inspections, etc.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$131,600 $131,600 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,437,000 $0 $1,437,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 3
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,568,600Total:$131,600 $1,437,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$1,568,600
$78,430Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
AIRP460
Location:Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
The design of the Parallel Taxiway (A&D) Phase 3 was completed in 2018.
Construction of Parallel Taxiway (A&D) Phase 3 is scheduled for 2021, along with the construction portion
of the General Aviation (GA) Apron.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$1,411,740
State Funds:$78,430
Section 3 Page 9
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2022 Completion Year:2025
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Complete rehabilitation of the Parallel Taxiway - broken into four phases for funding reasons. The phases
will overlap with design/construction taking place in different years. The overall project will include:
design of each phase by C&S Companies. Construction will include, but not limited to, milling, tack coat,
construction of a true and leveling course to reestablish longitudinal and transverse grades, 2 to 3 inch
bituminous surface course, new pavement markings, placement of topsoil, etc. C&S will also provide
contract administration to ensure the contractors work is proceeding, provide consultation, hold pre-
construction and pre-paving meetings, review submittals, prepare drawings and change orders as
required,etc. C&S will also provide construction observation, whereas a full time resident engineer or
inspector will oversee the project, observe the work, attend meetings, observe testing and inspections, etc.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$211,000 $0 $0 $211,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,429,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,429,000
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Parrallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 4
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,640,000Total:$0 $0 $211,000 $0 $0 $1,429,000
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
2022PT4
Location:Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
This is the FINAL Phase (Phase 4) of the Taxiway Rehabilitation Project - which began in 2016. This Phase
includes the final portion of Taxiway A, along with Taxiway E & F. This project could be completed prior
to the 2025 end date.
Construction of Phase 2 of this Taxiway Rehabiliation Multi-Phase project is scheduled to be completed,
along with installation of the Navigational Aids (NAVAIDs).
Construction of Phase 3 of this Taxiway Rehabilitation Multi-Phase project is scheduled to be completed,
along with the General Aviation (GA) Apron Rehabilitation.
Description
Section 3 Page 10
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Funding Sources
$1,640,000
$82,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$1,476,000
State Funds:$82,000
Section 3 Page 11
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2024 Completion Year:2025
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
This project includes rehabilitation of existing runway edge lights with new medium intensity LED taxiway
lights, including signage upgrades with LED lighting. Approximately 14,000 LF of runway pavement will
have the edge lights rehabilitated. Rehabilitation of the lights will include replacing light fixture lenses,
transformers, and cabling. The project would also include rehabilitation of the existing airfield lighting
vault to replace the lighting regulators.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$200,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $200,000 $0
Construction:$2,500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $2,500,000
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Runway Lighting - Rehabilitation - LED
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$2,700,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $0 $200,000 $2,500,000
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$2,700,000
$135,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
AIRP460
Location:Ithaca Tompkins Regional Aiport, 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Last replaced in the mid-1990s, the existing quartz-style edge lights are approaching the end of their useful
service life. As a Part 139 certificate holder, Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport is required to properly
maintain the runway lighting system for air carrier use in accordance with FAR Part 139 Subpart D Section
139.311. This includes replacement of missing or nonfunctioning equipment. Replacement of the obsolete
quartz lighting system with new energy efficient LED fixtures will improve visibility and safety on the
airport and would extend the useful life of the overall system. An analysis of the airfield lighting vault will
be conducted to demonstrate a need to replace the taxiway lighting regulators to provide for more efficient
and reliable operation.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$2,430,000
State Funds:$135,000
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2023 Completion Year:2023
Program Manager:Mike Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
The Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport intends to acquire its second high-speed Multi-Tasking Equipment
consisting of a carrier vehicle, snow plow, and tow behind rotary broom with a high velocity air unit. A
new MTE will account for one plow truck and one rotary broom and allow the airport to maintain adequate
equipment to clear Priority 1 areas. The equipment is necessary to maintain the primary operational
surfaces during snow events in accordance with the approved Snow and Ice Control Plan. This project will
preserve the safety and efficiency of the Airport and this equipment is required to maintain operational
safety criteria in accordance with the Advisory Circulars.
Project Type:Equipment
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$600,000 $0 $0 $0 $600,000 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:SRE Equipment (Broom/Blower)
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$600,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $600,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$600,000
$30,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
AIR4602
Location:Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport, 72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$540,000
State Funds:$30,000
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2017 Completion Year:2019
Program Manager:Michael S. Hall
Project Manager:Josh Nalley
Baggage Make-Up area expansion to accommodate new TSA Equipment and relocating TSA employees
from airline space to their own space. Expanding departure lounge to compensate loss of space due to TSA
Offices relocating to this location.
Project Type:Other
Department:Airport
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$3,071,126 $3,071,126 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$33,668,874 $33,668,874 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other: $2,900,000 $2,900,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Terminal Security Improvements, Baggage Make-Up Expansion &
Fuel Farm
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$39,640,000Total:$39,640,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$9,989,814 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$9,989,814
Funding Sources
$39,640,000
$6,000,000Airport/PFC's
Local Share $6,730,000
Other (CDBG, NYSERDA, etc.)$1,210,000
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
14-2
Location:72 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
In 2019 the terminal expansion project was complete except for a few punch list items.
In 2020 the Customs Facility is being finalized as well as the Fuel Farm Project - which will allow for shared
services, as well as additional revenue for the airport. The funding is still a work in progress, as we are
continuously working to secure funding to cover costs and reduce the amount needed to bond.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$10,000,000
State Funds:$15,700,000
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2022
Program Manager:Brian Robison
Project Manager:Brian Wilbur
Tompkins County does not currently have a back up dispatch center in the event that the primary center is
deemed unusable for any reason. Best practices and accredidation standards identify the need for a
redundent (back up) center to ensure public safety and uninterupted services. We are currently working to
identify potential partners for a shared back up dispatch center. Once identified, planning, design and
project costs, etc. will be determined.
Project Type:Other
Department:Emergency Response
Co. Committee:Public Safety
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $50,000 $0 $50,000 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$250,000 $0 $0 $250,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$6,450,000 $0 $0 $0 $6,450,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Backup Dispatch Center/Systems Upgrade
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$6,750,000Total:$0 $50,000 $250,000 $6,450,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$6,750,000
$0
Local Share $0
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
DOER202
Location:To Be Determined
A needs assessment was conducted identifying this as a critical need. We have identified a few potential
partner agencies.
Significant steps in 2020: Continued work on identifying a potential partner agency followed by
determination of location, planning, design and cost estimates. The goal is to be shovel ready.
For 2021, Provided DoER and a partner agency are able to secure funding, anticipate the build out of a
shared back up dispatch center.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
To be determined
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$6,750,000
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2026
Program Manager:Brian Robison
Project Manager:Brian Wilbur
The communications equipment that is at the center of the Department of Emergency Response's operations
has limited reliable lives and needs to be replaced on a regular cycle to ensure continuity of operations in
critical public safety functions. Local dollars would be contributed to this capital project on a regular basis
to build up a reserve to fund a regular equipment replacement schedule.
Project Type:Equipment
Department:Emergency Response
Co. Committee:Public Safety
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$844,878 $0 $223,930 $200,792 $56,812 $30,824 $332,520
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Equipment Renewal and Replacement (2021-2025)
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$844,878Total:$0 $223,930 $200,792 $56,812 $30,824 $332,520
$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$0
Funding Sources
$844,878
$0
Local Share $844,878
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
DOER202
Location:92 Brown Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
In 2019 this project/budget line was utilized to complete the following: Tower top AMP replacement,
ProQA program upgrade, Rehab Trailer (will be complete in 2020), DoER Office Cubicle project.
In 2020, we expect to complete 2nd tower top amp replacement; microwave upgrade project (funds transfer
into 34.21); scheduled maintenance previously deferred;
For 2021, continued scheduled maintenance and to-be-determined capital planning, design and
construction of back up dispatch center is expected.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2019 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Arel LeMaro/Jon Negley
Project Manager:Arel LeMaro
Project is the construction of a 60’ x 100’ (6,000 SF) cold storage building at Public Works property located at
Bostwick Road to be shared with TC Soil and Water Conservation District and Facilities. Having lost
storage space with sale of Old Library, Facilities Department has additional need for cold storage.
Currently TCSWCD is utilizing Highway space for storage needs.
Project Type:Building
Department:Facilities Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$40,000 $0 $40,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$160,000 $0 $160,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Cold Storage Building
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$200,000Total:$0 $200,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $140,000 $0 $0 $0 $0$140,000
Funding Sources
$200,000
$60,000State Grant (to be obtained by TCSW
Local Share $140,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
2019FACI
Location:
Design and bidding. Construction had been planned for 2020 but due to COVID-19 is being delayed to 2021.
Construction.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2014 Completion Year:Ongoing
Program Manager:Arel LeMaro
Project Manager:Arel LeMaro
This request is intend to address facilities capital maintenance/restoration projects and address the backlog
of deferred maintenance that currently exists in the County's facilities. Years of underfunding maintenance
budgets and under investing in County owned facilities have caused a significant backlog of deferred
maintenance.
The purpose of this ongoing multi-year project is to replace building systems, equipment, or components
that have exceeded their design life. These fall into the following categories: roofing, HVAC, fire alarm,
electrical, site, building envelope, flooring, and elevator. Priority is given to projects that address: 1.) life
safety and code compliance issues, and 2.) damage and deterioration of facilities. The overall goal is the
maintenance of the functional and financial value of the facilities to the County.
Once deferred maintenance is caught up, the ongoing facility capital maintenance and repair needs in
future years will be addressed through this funding. If on-going needs are not addressed, the county will
likely be faced with the same problem in future years. Funds will be used to correct deficiencies in facilities
in worse condition in order to prevent further deterioration.
The 2019 Capital Plan Update continues the approach of methodically planning for investment in County
facilities to address a significant backlog of deferred maintenance with the continuation of the Facility
Restoration Project. The 2019 Update calls for investing $1.4M every year in facilities maintenance starting
in 2021 to address both deferred and scheduled building maintenance needs.
Project Type:Building
Department:Facilities Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$650,000 $250,000 $200,000 $0 $200,000 $0 $0
Construction:$6,250,000 $3,850,000 $1,200,000 $0 $1,200,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Facility Restoration Project
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$6,900,000Total:$4,100,000 $1,400,000 $0 $1,400,000 $0 $0
$4,100,000 $1,100,000 $0 $1,400,000 $0 $0$6,600,000
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
1
Location:Various Locations
Several major restoration projects have been completed since 2014 such as fire alarm system upgrades,
parking lot restoration projects, roofing replacements, masonry restoration, etc.
Description
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Funding Sources
$10,200,000
$0
Local Share $10,200,000
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2040
Program Manager:Arel LeMaro
Project Manager:Arel LeMaro
The Tompkins County Energy Strategy adopted by the Legislature in August 2019, called for an inventory
and analysis of County facilities and fleet to determine a financially sound path to net-zero emissions. To
help the County make this transition to a net-zero emissions future, the 2019 Capital Plan Update includes
two new programs. One is focused on providing funding for improvements to facilities to reduce energy
consumption, move away from fossil fuels for thermal needs, and install renewable energy systems.
Project Type:Building
Department:Facilities Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $200,000 $0 $200,000 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $500,000
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Green Facilities
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$700,000Total:$0 $200,000 $0 $0 $0 $500,000
$0 $200,000 $0 $0 $0 $500,000$700,000
Funding Sources
$30,200,000
$4,000,000NY State
Local Share $26,200,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
2020FACI
Location:Various County buildings
The 2020 adopted budget included $200,000 to hire expert consultants to assist in the detailed engineering
work required to move these projects forward, envisioning that planning work will occur in 2020/21 with
investments commencing in 2022/23. Furthermore, the proposed 2020 Capital Plan provided a funding
strategy to achieve the goal of net‐zero emissions in County operations by 2035 by committing $100 million
in investment over the next fifteen years.
While COVID-19 has created unexpected budgetary constraints and delays in the originally set time
schedule for this initiative, the proposed 2021 Capital Plan remains committed to achieving a sound
financial path to net-zero emissions of County operations by 2040.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2024
Program Manager:Arel LeMaro
Project Manager:TBD
In September 2018 the Legislature took action to purchase several adjoining properties along N.Tioga/Sears
Streets in the City of Ithaca. In 2018/2019 staff completed a feasibility study to identify the practicality of
combining several offices/departments spread across downtown in one facility located on these parcels.
Preliminary estimates for new construction, $24-$26 million, have been incorporated into the proposed
Capital Plan.
Project Type:Building
Department:Facilities Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$1,600,000 $0 $0 $1,600,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$24,000,000 $0 $0 $0 $24,000,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:New Downtown Office Building
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$28,100,000Total:$0 $2,500,000 $1,600,000 $24,000,000 $0 $0
$0 $2,500,000 $1,600,000 $24,000,000 $0 $0$28,100,000
Funding Sources
$28,100,000
$0
Local Share $28,100,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$2,500,000 $0 $2,500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
2020FACI
Location:N. Tioga Street
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
Section 3 Page 21
Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2022
Program Manager:Derek Osborne
Project Manager:Arel LeMaro
In 2020 a space needs assessment was conducted which included cost options for significantly renovating
the Public Safety building to constructing a new facility including jail pod scenario’s. Costs for these
scenario’s ranged from $23M to $45M. All scenario’s also included energy upgrades to making the Public
Safety building part of the County’s Net-zero efforts for all county facilities.
During this time significant bail and criminal justice reforms were put into place by the State of New York.
As a result, the County’s jail population continued to decline to unprecedented levels. While COVID-19 has
impacted most of the 2020 in unpredictable and unfamiliar ways, it is still too early to determine the long-
term impacts on the County’s jail population from the bail and criminal justice reforms.
As a result, it is recommended that the County pause on making any significant improvements to the Public
Safety building for several years until consistent base line data can be produced to understand the long-
term impacts of the bail and criminal justice reforms on the jail. Instead, it is recommended the County
move forward with approximately $4M of needed improvements to keep the facility functioning adequately
and safely for County employees and inmates. These improvements would include upgrades to the
building envelope/interior, HVAC/plumbing systems, security and detention hardware systems and
electrical system. These improvements will provide need upgrades to keep the facility operational and
minimize any unanticipated failures in the immediate future. Design would take place in 2021 and
construction 2022.
Over the next several years, the County will monitor the impacts of bail and criminal justice reforms to
make informed decisions about the next investment for the Public Safety building.
Project Type:Building
Department:Facilities Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$250,000 $0 $250,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$3,750,000 $0 $0 $3,750,000 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Public Safety Building Improvements
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$4,000,000Total:$0 $250,000 $3,750,000 $0 $0 $0
$0 $250,000 $3,750,000 $0 $0 $0$4,000,000
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
FACIL202
Location:TBD
Description
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Funding Sources
$4,000,000
$0
Local Share $4,000,000
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2023
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
Bridge New York Culvert Grant has been awarded to Tompkins County to replace 6 Culverts at various
locations. NYSDOT will manage complete project. Culverts are 100% funded by NYS. Funding is capped
any cost above Grant Funds is paid by Tompkins County.
Feature Carried -------- Feature Crossed
CR 174 Pine Tree Road ---- Six-Mile Creek Trib
CR 110 Ellis Hollow Road --- Six-Mile Creek Trib
CR 107 Peruville Road ---- Owasco Inlet
CR 186 Conlon Road ---- Salmon Creek Trib
CR 119 Coddington Road ---- Six-Mile Creek Trib
CR 115 Valley Road ---- Six-Mile Creek Trib
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$691,500 $691,500 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$3,633,410 $0 $3,633,410 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$252,000 $0 $252,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Bridge New York 6 Culvert Projects Various Locations
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$4,576,910Total:$691,500 $3,885,410 $0 $0 $0 $0
$116,400 $1,400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0$1,516,400
Funding Sources
$4,586,910
$0
Local Share $1,516,400
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
Location:Various Locations - See Description
DOT is progressing these 6 culvert projects. They have hired the consultant Bergman. Engineering
estimates for the 6 culverts are in excess of available funding by an average of $200,000 for each.
Detailed Design and Approval as well as Bidding and Award are planned for 2020.
Construction is planned for 2021.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDOT, NYSDEC, ACOE
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$3,070,510
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2019 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
This bridge is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. Full replacement of the existing bridge with a
new bridge including standard guide rail and erosion control up and downstream. The new bridge will
retain the same alignment as the existing bridge and will be constucted of a concrete wearing surface on a
prestressed concrete box beams and steel piles, concrete abutments and wing walls, with concrete approach
pads.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$196,000 $196,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$889,000 $0 $889,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other: $106,000 $0 $106,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Central Chapel Road Bridge over Boice Creek
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,206,000Total:$211,000 $995,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$60,300 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$60,300
Funding Sources
$1,206,000
$0
Local Share $60,300
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$15,000 $15,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
PIN 3756
Location:Central Chapel Road Bridge over Boice Creek, Town of Caroline
Detailed Design was started in prior year.
Design Approval and Bidding planned for 2020.
Construction is planned for 2021.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:EAF Short
Other Agencies Involved:
DOT, DEC, ACE
Federal Funds:$1,145,700
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
The project will remove the two existing adjacent 14-foot diameter corrugated metal pipes that carry West
Cortland Street over the Owasco Inlet and replace them with a new bridge, including sidewalks and public
water and sewer main upgrades, if required.
Anticipating to apply for Birdge New York Funding to offset local cost. May decide to delay another year.
This will be discussed at Capital Project Update 2021.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$245,000 $0 $245,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,325,000 $0 $0 $1,325,000 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Cortland Street Bridge Replacement
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,620,000Total:$0 $295,000 $1,325,000 $0 $0 $0
$0 $295,000 $1,325,000 $0 $0 $0$1,620,000
Funding Sources
$1,620,000
$0
Local Share $1,620,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$50,000 $0 $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
Location:Cortland Street, Groton BIN 2263090
No work has been started at this time. Anticipate applying for Bridge New York Funding to offset local cost.
Next round of applications is expected early 2021 with decisions early 2022. May want to delay an
additional year.
Will update this during Capital Program Update 2021.
Procure Engineering Design Services and complete design work in 2021.
Bidding and Construction are planned for 2022.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDEC, Army Corps of Engineers
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2019 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
Full replacement of the existing bridge with a new, 35'-4" wide bridge to accommodate pedestrian traffic,
including standard bridge/guide rail. Bridge will be constructed with a concrete deck wearing surface with
concrete approach slabs on concrete prestressed box beams and concrete abutments and wingwalls on steel
piles. Eliminate posted condition. Any private utilities, buried or overhead, will be supported or relocated
as necessary at utility company's cost. Due to proximity of the intersection with Upper and Lower Creek
Roads, the intersection will be closed during construction and a 2.5 mile detour will be utilized.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$346,000 $346,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,500,000 $0 $1,500,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$165,000 $0 $165,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Etna Lane CR 109 Bridge over Fall Creek
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$2,036,000Total:$371,000 $1,665,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$101,800 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0$101,800
Funding Sources
$2,036,000
$0
Local Share $101,800
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$25,000 $25,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
PIN 3756
Location:Etna Lane Bridge over Fall Creek, Town of Dryden
Select Consultant, formalize agreement, start design
Design Approval and Bidding are planned for 2020.
Construction is planned for 2021.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
DEC, ACE, DOT
Federal Funds:$1,934,200
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2024
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
This bridge is a 3-barrel concrete box culvert with a condition rating of less then 5.0, indicating greater than
minor deterioration is present.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $10,000 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$10,000 $0 $0
Design:$100,000 $0 $0 $0 $100,000 $0 $0
Construction:$600,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $600,000 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$90,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $90,000 $0
Total Local:
Project:Fall Creek Road CR 105, Bridge Rehabilitation over Fall Creek
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$810,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $115,000 $695,000 $0
$0 $0 $0 $23,000 $139,000 $0$162,000
Funding Sources
$810,000
$0
Local Share $162,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$10,000 $0 $0 $0 $5,000 $5,000 $0
$0
$0
$0
375619
Location:Fall Creek Road CR 105 over Fall Creek
Project is planned in future years. No work on this project has commenced.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDOT, NYSDEC, Army Corps of Engineers
EPA
Federal Funds:$648,000
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2022 Completion Year:2023
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
Falls Road over Taughannock Creek is considered a gateway to the Taughannock State Park, part of the
area's cultural and environmental resources. Maintaining safe entrance to the park will bolster the economy
through tourism.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $30,000 $0 $0 $30,000
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$170,000 $0 $0 $170,000 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,300,000 $0 $0 $0 $1,300,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Falls Road Bridge
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,500,000Total:$0 $0 $200,000 $1,300,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $200,000 $1,300,000 $0 $0$1,500,000
Funding Sources
$1,500,000
$0
Local Share $1,500,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
Location:Falls Road Bridge, Town of Ulysses BIN 3314450
Project is planned for future years. No work has commenced.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDOT. NYSDEC. EPA
SHPO, Army Corps of Engineers
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2019 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
The shop bays are antiquated and in need of floor and floor plan improvements, Proper HVAC and
Ventilation improvements, Roof leaks and block walls are cracking showing fatique. Wash bay
improvements will help with maintainence of fleet. Improved and efficient lighting.
Project Type:
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$50,000 $50,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$400,000 $0 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Highway Department Shop and Wash Bay Improvements
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$450,000Total:$50,000 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$50,000 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0$450,000
Funding Sources
$450,000
$0
Local Share $450,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
Location:170 Bostwick Road County Highway Department
Conceptual Design and Cost Estimates are complete.
Finalize Design, cost estimates and sequencing of project. Likely won't progress to bid in 2020.
Bidding and Construction is planned for 2021.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2017 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:John Webert
This bridge is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. It is narrow with an open metal grating deck
which is especially slippery when wet and has proved hazardous for bicycle and motorcycle operators. It is
not ADA compliant. Sidewalks, railings, and approach railing transitions are sub-standard. The abutments
are over 85 years old. The superstructure is approxiamtely 50 years old.
Project Type:Bridge
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:UNLISTED
Planning $10,000 $10,000 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$140,000 $140,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$1,246,000 $0 $1,246,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other: $247,000 $247,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Ludlowville Road Bridge over Salmon Creek Replacement
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,662,000Total:$416,000 $1,246,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$297,400 $175,000 $0 $0 $0 $0$472,400
Funding Sources
$1,662,000
$0
Local Share $472,400
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$19,000 $19,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
375618
Location:Ludlowville Road over Salmon Creek
Design Approval and Right of Way.
Right of Way complete. Permission to bid. Presently Advertised to bid, (6/2020) Award and Construction.
State was able to provide additional $90,000 to offset local cost, August 2020.
Construction is planned for this year. Likely completed in 2021.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Neg Dec
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDOT, NYSDEC, EPA
SHPO, Army Corps of Engineers
Federal Funds:$1,189,600
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2014 Completion Year:Ongoing
Program Manager:Jeff Smith
Project Manager:Nick Ensign
This project supports a ten-year highway rehabilitation, reconstruction, and maintenance plan. A
subsequent 5-year 'round' of funding is projected.
Project Type:Road
Department:Highway Department
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$17,400,000 $9,600,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $2,400,000 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Road Maintenance Program
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$17,400,000Total:$9,600,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $2,400,000 $0
$9,600,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $1,800,000 $2,400,000 $0$17,400,000
Funding Sources
$17,400,000
$0
Local Share $17,400,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
12-02
Location:Tompkins County
The Road Maintenance Bond Funds have provided for Enhanced funding for road paving and bridge
work. These funds have helped provide for a incremental improvement each year in our Overall Average
Pavement Quality for all county roads.
Road Maintenance Bond Funds are utilized for road and bridge improvements. During this unusual year
(Covid19) these funds allowed the department to begin road work and paving when other funding sources
(state CHIP's) was in question.
The Highway Maintenance Bond Program has been instrumental in stabilizing and improving the Overall
Pavement Quality and is expected to allow continued improvement. Additionally, these funds both allow
the department to fund preservation activities on roads as well as widen road section with paved shoulders
to both improve safety and longevity.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDEC
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2020 Completion Year:2024
Program Manager:Greg Potter
Project Manager:Loren Cottrell
Tompkins County ITS maintains core infrastructure in 17 buildings supporting 27 departments. This
equipment includes but is not limited to servers, storage, phones, cameras, uninteruptible power supplies
and network components. The ITS department has determined the need to replace aging equipment to
support Tompkins County technology needs and provide a stable platform for departments.
Project Type:Equipment
Department:Information Technology Services
Co. Committee:Governmental Operations
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$1,280,710 $506,030 $106,000 $156,322 $248,000 $264,358 $0
Other:$117,000 $39,500 $10,600 $15,400 $25,000 $26,500 $0
Total Local:
Project:ITS Infrastructure Replacement/Maintenance (2020-2024)
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,397,710Total:$545,530 $116,600 $171,722 $273,000 $290,858 $0
$545,530 $116,600 $171,722 $273,000 $290,858 $0$1,397,710
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
ITS 2020
Location:Various County Buildings
Projects completed to date include:
- Purchase and preliminary configuration for 40+ Cisco 48 port data switches.
- Purchase of core Uptown data center located at Department of Emergency Response.
- Purchase and prelimninary configuration of video camera storgae (DVR) and Salient software.
- Final configuration ans installation of equipment implementation listed above.
- Replacement of Wireless Access Points.
- Replacement, improvement and expansion of selective video camera equipment due to end of life.
- Upgrade of Internet load balancing and redundancy management equipment (Fatpipe).
Significant 2021 projects incude:
- Upgrade of Mitel phone equipment to improve alternative work arrangements.
- Purchase of replacement phones.
- Replacement, improvement and expansion of selective video camera equipment due to end of life.
- Increase Storage Area Network (SAN) storage capacity.
Description
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:
Funding Sources
$1,397,710
$0
Local Share $1,397,710
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2003 Completion Year:2024
Program Manager:Katie Borgella
Project Manager:Darby Kiley
In partnership with the United States Geological Survey, Tompkins County initiated an aquifer study
program to help protect Tompkins County’s groundwater resources and drinking water supplies. County
funds from this program leverage Federal funds to conduct consecutive studies of individual aquifers in the
County. Participating municipalities also provide a portion of the necessary funding, and the County's
portion is limited to 35% of the toal study cost plus well drilling costs. The products of the studies are
unique to each aquifer and generally include investigation of surface water and groundwater interaction,
groundwater movement, and vulnerability of the respective groundwater resources.
Project Type:Other
Department:Planning and Sustainability Departme
Co. Committee:Planning, Development, and
Environmental Quality
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other: $4,082,381 $3,833,381 $79,400 $67,000 $56,500 $46,100 $0
Total Local:
Project:Aquifer Study Program
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$4,082,381Total:$3,833,381 $79,400 $67,000 $56,500 $46,100 $0
$1,341,680 $42,150 $29,750 $19,250 $8,850 $0$1,441,680
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
13-01-Pla
Location:121 E. Court Street, Old Courthouse
Working in partnership with individual towns and the USGS, the Aquifer Study Program has completed six
aquifer studies.
•Upper Buttermilk Creek and Danby Creek Valleys
•Upper Sixmile Creek and West Branch Owego Creek Valleys
• Lower Sixmile Creek and Willseyville Creek Trough
•Virgil Creek and Dryden Lake Valleys
•Pony Hollow Creek Valley
• Enfield Creek Valley
In 2020, an aquifer study for the Lower Fall Creek aquifer system will be initiated. This will be the final
aquifer study funded under the County’s Aquifer Study Capital Program.
The Lower Fall Creek Aquifer Study is a four-year study that will begin in the 2020 budget year and County
funding contributions will be finalized in the 2024 budget year. The final report typically takes another year
to be published.
Description
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Funding Sources
$4,082,381
$1,441,680Municipality/Others
Local Share $1,441,680
$0
$0
Total:
$0
$0
$0
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$1,199,021
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2025
Program Manager:Katie Borgella
Project Manager:Scott Doyle
The County Green Fleet capital program will establish and maintain a passenger fleet of plug-in electric
vehicles (PEVs) by 2025, replacing County passenger vehicles that are now or recently were gasoline-
powered vehicles. The capital program includes a full cycle of replacement of those PEVs, as well.
Project Type:Equipment
Department:Planning and Sustainability Departme
Co. Committee:Planning, Energy, and
Environmental Quality
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPEII
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$1,750,000 $0 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Green Fleet
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,750,000Total:$0 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000
$0 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000 $350,000$1,750,000
Funding Sources
$1,750,000
$0
Local Share $1,750,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
PLNG202
Location:N/A
The County has been working with a consultant to inventory and evaluate the County’s fleet and to lay out
a detailed scheme for replacing gasoline-powered vehicles with PEVs and for managing the fleet more
efficiently.
Between 2021 and 2025, the focus will be on replacing gasoline-powered vehicles and installing charging
stations. The cost estimate of $350,000 per year includes funds to purchase approximately 12 vehicles and
related charging stations, while also accounting for the potential resale value of those older gasoline
vehicles. In 2025, the focus will shift to replacing older electric vehicles with newer models and upgrading
charging stations, as needed.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2017 Completion Year:2026
Program Manager:Katie Borgella
Project Manager:Scott Doyle
The Natural Infrastructure Capital Program provides funding to protect natural systems that can help
mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change. Currently, the focus is on: 1) mitigating the potential for
downstream flooding and sedimentation, and 2) establishing important migratory corridors to enable plant
and animal species to be more resilient in face of a changing climate. Eligible applicants for this program
include local governments and non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that have been operational for at least 3
years and have proven capacity to own, hold and steward land for conservation purposes.
Project Type:Other
Department:Planning and Sustainability Departme
Co. Committee:Planning, Energy, and
Environmental Quality
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE I
Planning $0 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other: $400,000 $400,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:Natural Infrastructure
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$1,800,000Total:$800,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000
$800,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000$1,800,000
Funding Sources
$1,800,000
$0
Local Share $1,800,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$1,400,000 $400,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000
$0
$0
$0
17-03-Pla
Location:
Since the initiation of the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program, the County Legislature has authorized
participation in six acquisition projects that provide permanent protection to 880 acres. Expenditures from
the Natural Infrastructure Capital Program approved by the Legislature from initiation through 2019
totaled $185,500.
In 2021, the County will continue conversations with partners to identify projects eligible for this funding.
Specific projects to be funded in future years are identified on a rolling basis. Unexpended funds roll
forward from year to year to allow for flexibility in funding projects, allowing the County to respond
effectively to the variable nature of real estate transactions.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:Negative Declaration
Other Agencies Involved:
Will vary on a project-by-project basis.
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2021 Completion Year:2021
Program Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Project Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Asset management of County owned RSWC land,facilities and equipment. Pending responses to the
Request for Proposals projects will be planned in 3 phases starting in 2021 through 2023.
Project Type:Building
Department:Recycling and Materials Management
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $45,000 $0 $45,000 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$799,000 $0 $799,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$100,000 $0 $100,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:RSWC Facility Upgrade Phase I
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$944,000Total:$0 $944,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0 $944,000 $0 $0 $0 $0$944,000
Funding Sources
$944,000
$100,000Equipment Reserve
Local Share $426,770
Capital Construction Reserve $417,230
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
SOLW20
Location:160 Commercial Ave., Ithaca NY 14850
2020 will see the completion of the RFP Award/Bid process for the daily operation and marketing of the
RSWC. This process will provide some additional clarification and specifics for the Capital Improvements
to be covered in this and subsequent phases.
Project RSWC Upgrade Phase 1 activities planned for 2021 will include planning, design, construction and
replacement of equipment at the RSWC. Construction will include pavement upgrades, relocate the yard
waste processing area, repairs to a trench drain, replacement of two overhead doors, repairs to loading bay,
replacement of sprinkler system piping, and assessment of exhaust and supply fans.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:N/A
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDEC
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2022 Completion Year:2022
Program Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Project Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Asset management of County owned RSWC land,facilities and equipment. Responses from the Request for
Proposals projects will be planned in 3 phases starting in 2021 through 2023.
Project Type:Site Work-Improvement
Department:Recycling and Materials Management
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $25,000 $0 $0 $25,000
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$0 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$195,000 $0 $0 $195,000 $0 $0 $0
Equipment:$34,000 $0 $0 $34,000 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:RSWC Facility Upgrade Phase II
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$254,000Total:$0 $0 $254,000 $0 $0 $0
$0 $0 $254,000 $0 $0 $0$254,000
Funding Sources
$254,000
$0
Local Share $254,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
SOLW20
Location:160 Commercial Ave, Ithaca NY 14850
Project RSWC Upgrade Phase II activities planned for 2022 will include planning and design, upgrade
guard rails, fencing repairs, clean storm water ditches, office entry doors, exhaust fans, floor repairs at drop
off bays and replace overhead door at food scraps building.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDEC
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
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Tompkins County 2021 Project Approval Request (PAR) Form
Start Year:2023 Completion Year:2023
Program Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Project Manager:Barbara Eckstrom
Asset management of County owned RSWC land,facilities and equipment. Responses from the Request for
Proposals projects will be planned in 3 phases starting in 2021 through 2023.
Project Type:Site Work-Improvement
Department:Recycling and Materials Management
Co. Committee:Facilities and Infrastructure
SEQR and Environmental
SEQR Type:TYPE II
Planning $25,000 $0 $0 $0
Total
Requested
Previous Yrs
Requested 2021 2023 2024 20252022
$25,000 $0 $0
Design:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Construction:$305,000 $0 $0 $0 $305,000 $0 $0
Equipment:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Other:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Local:
Project:RSWC Facility Upgrade Phase III
Proposed Implementation Schedule: Annual and Total Funding Requested
$330,000Total:$0 $0 $0 $330,000 $0 $0
$0 $0 $0 $330,000 $0 $0$330,000
Funding Sources
$330,000
$0
Local Share $330,000
$0
$0
Total:
Land:$0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
$0
$0
$0
SOLW20
Location:160 Commercial Ave, Ithaca NY 14850
Project RSWC RFP Phase III activities planned for 2023 will include planning and design, pavement
upgrades, scale upgrades and general building repairs.
Description
Anticipated Environmental Assessment Form
(EAF) outcome:
Other Agencies Involved:
NYSDEC
Federal Funds:$0
State Funds:$0
Section 3 Page 41
Projects Total Cost Local Cost
General Fund
Emergency Response
Backup Dispatch Center/Systems Upgrades 6,750,000 6,750,000
Equipment Renewal and Replacement 848,269 -
Emergency Response Total 7,598,269 6,750,000
Facilities Department
Cold Storage Building 200,000 140,000
Downtown Facility 28,100,000 28,100,000
Facility Restoration Project-2021 1,400,000 1,400,000
Facility Restoration Project-2023 1,400,000 1,400,000
Facility Restoration Project-2025 1,400,000 1,400,000
Facility Restoration Project-2027 1,400,000 1,400,000
Green Facilities 30,200,000 26,200,000
Public Safety Building Improvements 4,000,000 4,000,000
Facilities Department Total 68,100,000 64,040,000
Highway Department
Bridge New York 6 Culvert Projects Various Locations 4,576,910 1,516,400
Central Chapel Road Bridge over Boice Creek 1,206,000 60,300
Cortland Street Bridge Replacement 1,620,000 1,620,000
Etna Lane CR 109 Bridge over Fall Creek 2,036,000 101,800
Fall Creek Road CR 105, Bridge Rehabilitation over Fall Creek 810,000 162,000
Falls Road Bridge 1,500,000 1,500,000
Highway Department Shop and Wash Bay Improvements 450,000 450,000
Road Maintenance Program 10,200,000 10,200,000
Highway Department Total 22,398,910 15,610,500
Information Technology Services
ITS Infrastructure Replacement/Maintenance 1,497,710 1,497,710
Information Technology Services Total 1,497,710 1,497,710
Planning and Sustainability Department
Aquifer Study Program 4,082,381 1,441,680
Green Fleet 1,750,000 1,750,000
Natural Infrastructure 1,800,000 1,800,000
Planning and Sustainability Department Total 7,632,381 4,991,680
General Fund Total 107,227,270 92,889,890
Enterprise Funds
Airport
Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle 600,000 -
Airport Master Plan Update/Pavement Management Plan 500,000 -
Airport Wide Obstruction Study and Removal 450,000 -
ARFF SRE Building 4,550,000 -
Expand Public and Rental Car Parking 150,000 -
Install LED Airfield and Taxiway Lighting - Design and Construction 1,147,000 -
Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 3 1,568,600 -
Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 4 1,640,000 -
Runway Lighting - Rehabilitation - LED 2,700,000 -
SRE Equipment (Broom/Blower)600,000 -
Airport Total 13,905,600 -
Recycling and Materials Management
RSWC Facilities and Site Upgrade 1,528,000 1,528,000
Recycling and Materials Management Total 1,528,000 1,528,000
Enterprise Funds Total 15,433,600 1,528,000
Grand Total 122,660,870 94,417,890
2021-2025 Capital Program, Summary of Projects, By Fund and Department
(Revised 9/21/2020)Section 3 Page 42
Pre-2021 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 Total 2021-2025
General Fund
Emergency Response
Backup Dispatch Center/Systems Upgrades - 50,000 250,000 6,450,000 - - 6,750,000
Equipment Renewal and Replacement 468,058 223,930 200,792 56,812 30,824 332,520 844,880
Emergency Response Total 468,058 273,930 450,792 6,506,812 30,824 332,520 7,594,880
Facilities Department
Cold Storage Building - 200,000 - - - - 200,000
Downtown Facility - 2,500,000 1,600,000 24,000,000 - - 28,100,000
Facility Restoration Project-2021 9,700,000 1,400,000 - - - - 1,400,000
Facility Restoration Project-2023 - - - 1,400,000 - - 1,400,000
Facility Restoration Project-2025 - - - - - - -
Facility Restoration Project-2027 - - - - - - -
Green Facilities - 200,000 - - 200,000
Public Safety Building Improvements - 250,000 3,750,000 - - - 4,000,000
Facilities Department Total 9,700,000 4,550,000 5,350,000 25,400,000 - - 35,300,000
Highway Department
Bridge New York 6 Culvert Projects Various Locations 691,500 3,885,410 - - - - 3,885,410
Central Chapel Road Bridge over Boice Creek 211,000 995,000 - - - - 995,000
Cortland Street Bridge Replacement - 295,000 1,325,000 - - - 1,620,000
Etna Lane CR 109 Bridge over Fall Creek 371,000 1,665,000 - - - - 1,665,000
Fall Creek Road CR 105, Bridge Rehabilitation over Fall Creek - - - 115,000 695,000 - 810,000
Falls Road Bridge - - 200,000 1,300,000 - - 1,500,000
Highway Department Shop and Wash Bay Improvements - 450,000 - -- -450,000
Road Maintenance Program 9,600,000 1,800,000 1,800,000 1,800,000 2,400,000 2,400,000 10,200,000
Highway Department Total 10,873,500 9,090,410 3,325,000 3,215,000 3,095,000 2,400,000 21,125,410
Information Technology Services
ITS Infrastructure Replacement/Maintenance 545,530 116,600 171,722 273,000 290,858 100,000 952,180
Information Technology Services Total 545,530 116,600 171,722 273,000 290,858 100,000 952,180
Planning and Sustainability Department
Aquifer Study Program 3,833,381 79,400 67,000 56,500 46,100 - 249,000
Green Fleet - 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 1,750,000
Natural Infrastructure 800,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 1,000,000
Planning and Sustainability Department Total 4,633,381 629,400 617,000 606,500 596,100 550,000 2,999,000
General Fund Total 26,220,469 14,660,340 9,914,514 36,001,312 4,012,782 3,382,520 67,971,470
Enterprise Funds
Airport
Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle - - - - 600,000 - 600,000
Airport Master Plan Update/Pavement Management Plan - 500,000 - - - - 500,000
Airport Wide Obstruction Study and Removal - -- - 250,000 200,000 450,000
ARFF SRE Building 150,000 400,000 - 4,000,000 - - 4,400,000
Expand Public and Rental Car Parking - 30,000 120,000 - - - 150,000
Install LED Airfield and Taxiway Lighting - Design and Construction 147,000 - 1,000,000 - - - 1,000,000
Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 3 131,600 1,437,000 - - - - 1,437,000
Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 4 - - 211,000 - - 1,429,000 1,640,000
Runway Lighting - Rehabilitation - LED - - - - 200,000 2,500,000 2,700,000
SRE Equipment (Broom/Blower)- - - 600,000 - - 600,000
Airport Total 428,600 2,367,000 1,331,000 4,600,000 1,050,000 4,129,000 13,477,000
Recycling and Materials Management
RSWC Facilities and Site Upgrade 944,000 254,000 330,000 - - 1,528,000
Recycling and Materials Management Total 944,000 254,000 330,000 - - 1,528,000
Enterprise Funds Total 428,600 3,311,000 1,585,000 4,930,000 1,050,000 4,129,000 15,005,000
Grand Total 26,649,069 17,971,340 11,499,514 40,931,312 5,062,782 7,511,520 82,976,470
Capital Plan: 2021-25 Project Cash Flow
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Existing Obligations 2020 Outlay 2021 Outlay 2022 Outlay 2023 Outlay 2024 Outlay 2025 Outlay 2026 Outlay 2027 Outlay 2028 Outlay 2029 Outlay 2030 Outlay
Existing Debt-Bond 5,989,062 5,096,035 5,083,852 5,089,608 5,089,148 5,100,958 5,101,171 5,091,191 4,186,863 3,416,969 2,368,256
Existing Debt-BAN 235,990 283,474 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088
Leases/Other 183,536 52,000 52,000 52,000 52,000 57,183 - - - - -
Other Capital Payments 140,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000
Contributions-Existing (1,098,146) (671,549) (663,506) (671,745) (670,254) (673,586) (612,178) (610,419) (463,383) (415,752) (396,063)
Total Existing Net Obligations 5,450,442 4,890,960 5,331,434 5,328,951 5,329,982 5,343,643 5,348,081 5,339,861 4,582,568 3,860,305 2,831,281
New Obligations Sum of 2020 Outlay Sum of 2021 Outlay Sum of 2022 Outlay Sum of 2023 Outlay Sum of 2024 Outlay Sum of 2025 Outlay Sum of 2026 Outlay Sum of 2027 Outlay Sum of 2028 Outlay Sum of 2029 Outlay Sum of 2030 Outlay
2021-25 Projects 157,585 6,522,780 8,426,381 6,456,886 4,477,634 8,843,179 5,008,377 4,448,377 5,041,078 5,041,078 5,041,078
Contributions-2021-25 Projects (206,250) (2,367,000) (1,611,560) (5,020,241) (1,520,241) (4,599,241) (670,241) (470,241) (470,241) (470,241) (470,241)
Use of Fund Balance/Reserves-2021-25 Projects (1,302,585) (3,213,664) (5,800,792) (186,812) (595,187) (1,396,883) (1,064,363) (1,064,363) (564,363) (564,363) (564,363)
Total New Net Obligations (1,351,250) 942,116 1,014,029 1,249,832 2,362,205 2,847,054 3,273,772 2,913,772 4,006,473 4,006,473 4,006,473
Grand Total Net Annual Obligations 4,099,192 5,833,076 6,345,463 6,578,783 7,692,188 8,190,697 8,621,853 8,253,633 8,589,042 7,866,779 6,837,755
Prior Year's Budgeted Capital Levy 6,375,113 6,874,096 6,105,074 6,365,260 6,629,348 6,897,398 7,169,469 7,445,620 7,725,914 8,010,412 8,299,178
Capital Levy Growth 498,983 (769,022) 260,186 264,088 268,050 272,070 276,152 280,294 284,498 288,766 293,097
New Capital Levy 6,874,096 6,105,074 6,365,260 6,629,348 6,897,398 7,169,469 7,445,620 7,725,914 8,010,412 8,299,178 8,592,275
Surplus/(Deficit)2,774,904 271,998 19,797 50,565 (794,789) (1,021,229) (1,176,233) (527,719) (578,630) 432,399 1,754,520
Capital Fund Cumulative Balance 3,758,739 4,030,737 4,050,534 4,101,099 3,306,310 2,285,081 1,108,848 581,129 2,500 434,899 2,189,419
Summary of Budget Impact--Total Existing and Proposed Debt Service and Cash Capital Outlays
-
1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
7,000,000
8,000,000
9,000,000
10,000,000
2020 Outlay 2021 Outlay 2022 Outlay 2023 Outlay 2024 Outlay 2025 Outlay 2026 Outlay 2027 Outlay 2028 Outlay 2029 Outlay 2030 Outlay
Estimated Capital Levy, Net Capital Obligations, and Capital Reserve Balance
New Capital Levy Grand Total Net Annual Obligations Capital Fund Cumulative Balance
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2020 Outlay 2021 Outlay 2022 Outlay 2023 Outlay 2024 Outlay 2025 Outlay 2026 Outlay 2027 Outlay 2028 Outlay 2029 Outlay 2030 Outlay 2021-25 Projects
Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting (ARFF) Vehicle - - - 600,000 - Airport Master Plan Update/Pavement Management Plan 500,000 - - - - Airport Wide Obstruction Study and Removal - - - 250,000 200,000 200,000
Aquifer Study Program 42,150 29,450 19,250 8,850
ARFF SRE Building 400,000 - 4,000,000 - -
Backup Dispatch Center/Systems Upgrades 50,000 250,000 130,000 564,363 564,363 564,363 564,363 564,363 564,363 564,363
Bridge New York 6 Culvert Projects Various Locations 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334 182,334
Central Chapel Road Bridge over Boice Creek 80,200
Cold Storage Building
Cortland Street Bridge Replacement 5,900 5,900 5,900 194,791 194,791 194,791 194,791 194,791 194,791 194,791
Downtown Facility 2,500,000 1,600,000 35,200 480,000 1,456,177 1,456,177 1,456,177 1,456,177 1,456,177 1,456,177
Equipment Renewal and Replacement 157,585 223,930 200,792 56,812 30,824 332,520
Etna Lane CR 109 Bridge over Fall Creek 137,000
Expand Public and Rental Car Parking 30,000 120,000 - - -
Facility Restoration Project-2021 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338
Facility Restoration Project-2023 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338
Facility Restoration Project-2025 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338 168,338
Facility Restoration Project-2027 168,338 168,338 168,338
Fall Creek Road CR 105, Bridge Rehabilitation over Fall Creek 3,240 19,479 19,479 19,479 19,479 19,479 19,479 19,479
Falls Road Bridge 180,362 180,362 180,362 180,362 180,362 180,362 180,362
Green Facilities - 200,000 500,000 140,000 564,363 564,363 564,363
Green Fleet 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000 350,000
Highway Department Shop and Wash Bay ImprovementsInstall LED Airfield and Taxiway Lighting - Design and Construction - 1,000,000 - - - ITS Infrastructure Replacement/Maintenance 116,600 171,722 273,000 290,858 100,000 Natural Infrastructure 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 3 1,437,000 - - - - Parallel Taxiway Rehabilitation - Phase 4 - 211,000 - - 1,429,000
Public Safety Building Improvements 250,000 3,750,000
Road Maintenance Program 156,285 312,570 468,855 677,236 885,616 885,616 885,616 885,616 885,616
RSWC Facilities and Site Upgrade 30,560 120,241 120,241 120,241 120,241 120,241 120,241 120,241 120,241
Runway Lighting - Rehabilitation - LED - - - 200,000 2,500,000
SRE Equipment (Broom/Blower)- - 600,000 - -
2021-25 Projects Total 157,585 6,522,780 8,426,381 6,456,886 4,477,634 8,843,179 5,008,377 4,448,377 5,041,078 5,041,078 5,041,078
Contributions-2021-25 Projects
Airport Federal/State Aid (2,248,650) (1,264,450) (4,370,000) (997,500) (3,922,550) (190,000) -
Airport PFC's (118,350) (66,550) (230,000) (52,500) (206,450) (10,000) -
BAN Interest Payments/Airport PFCs for Terminal Project (206,250) - (250,000) (300,000) (350,000) (350,000) (350,000) (350,000) (350,000) (350,000) (350,000)
Solid Waste for Facilities and Site Upgrade (30,560) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241) (120,241)
Contributions-2021-25 Projects Total (206,250) (2,367,000) (1,611,560) (5,020,241) (1,520,241) (4,599,241) (670,241) (470,241) (470,241) (470,241) (470,241)
Contributions-Existing (1,098,146) (671,549) (663,506) (671,745) (670,254) (673,586) (612,178) (610,419) (463,383) (415,752) (396,063)
Existing Debt-BAN
Coddington Road (Burns I/S)14,000 - - - - - - - - -
Ludlowville Road Bridge over Salmon Creek Replacement 29,740 29,740 - - - - - - - - -
Terminal Security Improvements/Baggage Make-Up Expansion/ Fuel Farm 206,250 239,734 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 Existing Debt-BAN Total 235,990 283,474 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 728,088 Existing Debt-Bond
2014 Public Improvements (Bldg, Bridges, TC3)619,394 619,594 614,594 619,494 619,094 617,831 620,681 617,500 620,550 618,000 - 2015 Various Projects 797,494 793,994 795,269 796,206 796,806 796,250 794,500 798,950 797,650 795,750 798,250 2016 Various Projects 258,500 264,100 259,500 264,900 265,100 265,200 260,200 265,200 - - - 2017 Various Projects 559,156 559,656 559,956 555,106 555,106 559,856 564,306 563,166 556,188 - - 2018 Various Projects 205,963 207,513 204,013 205,350 206,356 207,138 207,563 207,625 207,563 2019 Various Projects 414,286 413,150 413,400 413,350 413,000 412,350 416,325 414,925 413,225 416,150
2020 Various Projects 192,496 193,888 191,869 194,603 197,050 199,313 196,538 198,488 200,119 196,706
HSAnnex, RSW & CCE Building (2012)240,820 242,233 243,033 243,733 244,333 244,833 240,233 240,288
Public Safety Improvements, SW, Roads, Leg, VOIP (2013)307,800 299,600 306,400 297,600 288,800 295,000 295,600 285,800 281,000 281,000 275,600
Refunding of 2004 Bond (2013)809,750 - - - - - - - - - -
Refunding of 2005 & 2007 (2014)664,000 387,000 380,100 382,800 383,250 386,250 378,500 384,750 - - -
Refunding of 2010 (2014)1,111,900 1,116,700 1,113,700 1,119,200 1,122,700 1,119,200 1,123,950 1,116,450 1,112,200 1,105,950 1,097,700
Existing Debt-Bond Total 5,989,062 5,096,035 5,083,852 5,089,608 5,089,148 5,100,958 5,101,171 5,091,191 4,186,863 3,416,969 2,368,256
Leases/Other
Energy Performance 131,536 - - - - - - - - - -
Human Services Bulding Annex-Mortgage 52,000 52,000 52,000 52,000 52,000 57,183 - - - - -
Leases/Other Total 183,536 52,000 52,000 52,000 52,000 57,183 - - - - -
Other Capital Payments
Fiscal Agent Fees 80,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000 71,000
Local Share--Federal Projects 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000 60,000
Other Capital Payments Total 140,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000 131,000
Use of Fund Balance/Reserves-2021-25 Projects
Emergency Response (R&R funds from annual State grant)(157,585) (223,930) (450,792) (186,812) (595,187) (896,883) (564,363) (564,363) (564,363) (564,363) (564,363)
Use of Airport-Fund balance (239,734)
Use of D-Fund balance (600,000)
Use of General-Fund balance/Reserves (2,750,000) (5,350,000) (500,000) (500,000) (500,000) Use of HQ-Fund balance (545,000) Use of Fund Balance/Reserves-2021-25 Projects Total (1,302,585) (3,213,664) (5,800,792) (186,812) (595,187) (1,396,883) (1,064,363) (1,064,363) (564,363) (564,363) (564,363) Grand Total 4,099,192 5,833,076 6,345,463 6,578,783 7,692,188 8,190,697 8,621,853 8,253,633 8,589,042 7,866,779 6,837,755
Budget Impact--Detailed Total Existing and Proposed Debt Service and Cash Capital Outlays
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Airport
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 829,769 847,525 863,756 908,167
Overtime 60,241 82,291 59,768 83,001
Premium Pay 32,550 38,182 29,332 27,340
Fringe Benefits 418,574 450,990 456,037 507,013
Automotive Equipment 48,557 0 148,000 95,000
Other Capital Equip 39,303 62,411 24,750 33,250
Highway Materials 30,443 41,949 47,900 52,900
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 52,189 47,415 52,000 53,000
Other Supplies 120,465 133,959 88,100 87,600
Travel Training 33,402 45,340 63,500 53,000
Professional Services 204,408 187,048 443,460 329,970
All Other Contr. Svcs 544,415 504,939 595,105 633,605
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 144,944 167,275 192,000 194,000
Utilities 124,613 90,980 158,500 130,000
Other 330,628 310,372 341,080 349,100
Other Finance 50,350 51,450 206,250 264,734
Total Expenditures 3,064,851 3,062,126 3,769,538 3,801,680
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 239,734
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 1,506,316 1,426,613 1,644,839 1,703,300
Other Revenues 1,811,385 2,047,243 1,779,216 1,774,008
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 345,483 84,638
Total Revenues 3,317,701 3,473,856 3,769,538 3,801,680
Dept. Net Local -252,850 -411,730 0 0
Section 4 Page 1
Airport
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk Typist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Coordinator 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Airport Director 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Airport Firefighter/ Operations 9.009.009.00 9.00 9.00 0.00
Airport Firefighter/ Operations 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Airport Manager 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Airport Operation Supervisor/ ARFF 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Airport Terminal Services Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assistant Airport Manager 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Deputy Director of Airport 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Director of Airport 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 0.00
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Airport
5610 AIRPORT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 829,769 847,525 863,756 908,167
Overtime 60,241 82,291 59,768 83,001
Premium Pay 32,550 38,182 29,332 27,340
Fringe Benefits 418,574 450,990 456,037 507,013
Automotive Equipment 48,557 0 148,000 95,000
Other Capital Equip 39,303 62,411 24,750 33,250
Highway Materials 30,443 41,949 47,900 52,900
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 52,189 47,415 52,000 53,000
Other Supplies 120,465 133,959 88,100 87,600
Travel Training 33,402 45,340 63,500 53,000
Professional Services 204,408 187,048 443,460 164,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 544,415 504,939 595,105 633,605
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 144,944 167,275 192,000 194,000
Utilities 124,613 90,980 158,500 130,000
Other 330,628 310,372 341,080 349,100
Other Finance 50,350 51,450 206,250 264,734
Total Expenditures 3,064,851 3,062,126 3,769,538 3,635,710
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 239,734
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 1,506,316 1,426,613 1,644,839 1,703,300
Other Revenues 1,811,385 2,047,243 1,779,216 1,774,008
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 345,483 84,638
Total Revenues 3,317,701 3,473,856 3,769,538 3,801,680
Budgeting Unit Net Local -252,850 -411,730 0 -165,970
5615 AIRPORT CUSTOMS FACILITY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 165,970
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 165,970
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 165,970
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Assessment Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 741,355 716,258 796,501 675,266
Overtime 175 0 0 0
Premium Pay 8,640 44,042 9,875 8,125
Fringe Benefits 336,452 349,450 385,932 340,192
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 0
Other Capital Equip 7,284 8,856 3,500 16,800
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 6,778 2,419 5,500 3,700
Other Supplies 9,944 9,344 13,358 11,846
Travel Training 9,253 12,028 11,000 8,000
Professional Services 0 5,000 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 17,626 14,134 14,461 11,989
Program Expense 2,250 2,000 2,250 2,250
Utilities 4,022 4,038 5,500 5,500
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 19,613 13,303 18,264 13,103
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,163,392 1,216,807 1,266,141 1,096,771
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 54,765 54,576 55,000 55,000
Other Revenues 0 11,515 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 29,600 0 30,796 31,412
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 84,365 66,091 85,796 86,412
Dept. Net Local 1,079,027 1,150,716 1,180,345 1,010,359
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Assessment Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant Level 1 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assessment Account Specialist 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Assistant Assessment Account 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Assistant Director of Assessment 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assistant Real Property Appraiser 1.001.001.00 1.00 3.00 2.00
Data Collector 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Director of Assessment 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
GIS Analyst 0.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Project Assistant 0.700.700.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
Real Property Appraiser 3.003.002.00 3.00 2.00 -1.00
Real Property Systems Specialist 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Real Property Systems Supervisor 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Valuation Specialist 0.500.500.50 0.50 0.00 -0.50
Valuation Specialist 2.002.002.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Valuation Support Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
10.00 11.20 11.20 12.50 10.00 -2.50
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Assessment Department
1355 ASSESSMENT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 741,355 716,258 796,501 675,266
Overtime 175 0 0 0
Premium Pay 8,640 44,042 9,875 8,125
Fringe Benefits 336,452 349,450 385,932 340,192
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 0
Other Capital Equip 7,284 8,856 3,500 16,800
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 6,778 2,419 5,500 3,700
Other Supplies 9,944 9,344 13,358 11,846
Travel Training 9,253 12,028 11,000 8,000
Professional Services 0 5,000 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 17,626 14,134 14,461 11,989
Program Expense 2,250 2,000 2,250 2,250
Utilities 4,022 4,038 5,500 5,500
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 19,613 13,303 18,264 13,103
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,163,392 1,216,807 1,266,141 1,096,771
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 54,765 54,576 55,000 55,000
Other Revenues 0 11,515 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 29,600 0 30,796 31,412
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 84,365 66,091 85,796 86,412
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,079,027 1,150,716 1,180,345 1,010,359
Section 4 Page 6
Assigned Counsel
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 250,003 255,968 371,165 371,643
Overtime 227 184 0 0
Premium Pay 5,195 5,406 3,250 4,250
Fringe Benefits 115,682 121,860 179,194 187,120
Other Capital Equip 7,534 3,630 6,770 0
Other Supplies 1,224 1,390 1,890 1,890
Travel Training 6,397 10,582 6,000 10,000
Professional Services 5,213 0 0 0
Mandate - Asgn Counsel 2,165,924 1,861,770 2,020,000 1,795,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 417 2,582 459 459
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 560 456 852 852
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 3,661 2,235 4,713 4,133
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,562,037 2,266,063 2,594,293 2,375,347
Revenues
State Aid 343,548 212,038 392,351 477,089
Other Revenues 82,200 106,518 87,207 88,306
Total Revenues 425,748 318,556 479,558 565,395
Dept. Net Local 2,136,289 1,947,507 2,114,735 1,809,952
Section 4 Page 7
Assigned Counsel
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant Level III 0.570.570.38 0.57 0.57 0.00
Data Collector Indigent Defense 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Grants & Training Cor.1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Program Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Secretary 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Supervising Attorney 0.540.540.54 1.00 1.00 0.00
3.92 4.11 4.11 5.57 5.57 0.00
Section 4 Page 8
Assigned Counsel
1170 PLNG. & COORD.(LEG.DEF.)
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 208,652 213,386 313,966 314,444
Overtime 227 184 0 0
Premium Pay 5,195 5,406 3,250 4,250
Fringe Benefits 96,954 102,021 151,819 158,646
Other Capital Equip 7,534 3,630 6,770 0
Other Supplies 1,224 1,390 1,890 1,890
Travel Training 6,397 10,582 6,000 10,000
Professional Services 5,213 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 417 2,582 459 459
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 560 456 852 852
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 2,095 2,105 2,080 1,500
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 334,468 341,742 487,086 492,041
Revenues
State Aid 120,566 84,729 167,351 252,089
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 120,566 84,729 167,351 252,089
Budgeting Unit Net Local 213,902 257,013 319,735 239,952
1171 DEFENSE OF INDIG. ATTYS.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Mandate - Asgn Counsel 2,165,924 1,861,770 2,020,000 1,795,000
Total Expenditures 2,165,924 1,861,770 2,020,000 1,795,000
Revenues
State Aid 222,982 127,309 225,000 225,000
Other Revenues 0 685 0 0
Total Revenues 222,982 127,994 225,000 225,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,942,942 1,733,776 1,795,000 1,570,000
Section 4 Page 9
Assigned Counsel
1172 SCHUYLER CTY PLNG & COORD
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 41,351 42,582 57,199 57,199
Fringe Benefits 18,728 19,839 27,375 28,474
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 1,566 130 2,633 2,633
Total Expenditures 61,645 62,551 87,207 88,306
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 82,200 105,833 87,207 88,306
Total Revenues 82,200 105,833 87,207 88,306
Budgeting Unit Net Local -20,555 -43,282 0 0
Section 4 Page 10
Board of Elections
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 456,058 450,753 557,554 451,330
Overtime 767 1,595 81 0
Premium Pay 5,000 7,382 6,792 6,075
Fringe Benefits 209,160 214,172 267,164 226,901
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 16,053 235,481 441 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 61,305 25,741 81,425 62,030
Travel Training 6,802 9,395 10,000 10,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 27,911 28,387 47,050 47,821
Program Expense 140,688 70,116 146,233 65,000
Utilities 1,441 1,378 2,000 2,000
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 28,731 32,482 69,139 34,170
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 953,916 1,076,882 1,187,879 905,327
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 2,181 144,248 0 0
Other Revenues 112,210 146,392 157,916 67,923
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 12,388 10,000
Total Revenues 114,391 290,640 170,304 77,923
Dept. Net Local 839,525 786,242 1,017,575 827,404
Section 4 Page 11
Board of Elections
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Clerk 0.000.000.00 1.50 1.50 0.00
Commissioner of Elections 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Deputy Commissioner of Elections 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Senior Elections Clerk 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Senior Voting Technicians 1.002.001.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Voting Machine Technicians 0.150.300.15 0.45 0.15 -0.30
7.15 8.30 7.15 9.95 8.65 -1.30
Section 4 Page 12
Board of Elections
1450 BOARD OF ELECTIONS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 456,058 450,753 557,554 451,330
Overtime 767 1,595 81 0
Premium Pay 5,000 7,382 6,792 6,075
Fringe Benefits 209,160 214,172 267,164 226,901
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 13,592 0 441 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,669 2,055 3,225 3,830
Travel Training 6,802 9,395 10,000 10,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 27,695 28,171 46,834 47,605
Program Expense 132,688 70,116 146,233 65,000
Utilities 0 27 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 1,178 886 1,640 1,640
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 854,609 784,552 1,039,964 812,381
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 15,671 95,567 15,000 11,074
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 12,388 10,000
Total Revenues 15,671 95,567 27,388 21,074
Budgeting Unit Net Local 838,938 688,985 1,012,576 791,307
Section 4 Page 13
Board of Elections
1451 ELECTIONS EXPENSE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 58,855 23,686 78,200 58,200
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 216 216 216
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,441 1,351 2,000 2,000
Other 27,553 31,596 67,499 32,530
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 87,849 56,849 147,915 92,946
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 96,539 50,825 142,916 56,849
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 96,539 50,825 142,916 56,849
Budgeting Unit Net Local -8,690 6,024 4,999 36,097
1452 ELECTIONS GRANT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 2,461 235,481 0 0
Other Supplies 781 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 216 0 0 0
Program Expense 8,000 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 11,458 235,481 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 2,181 144,248 0 0
Total Revenues 2,181 144,248 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 9,277 91,233 0 0
Section 4 Page 14
Capital Program
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 5,036,926 5,097,334 6,874,096 6,105,074
Other Finance 1,092,471 3,117,802 0 0
Total Expenditures 6,129,397 8,215,136 6,874,096 6,105,074
Revenues
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Dept. Net Local 6,129,397 8,215,136 6,874,096 6,105,074
Section 4 Page 15
Capital Program
9576 CONTRIB. TO CONSTRUCTION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 1,092,471 3,117,802 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,092,471 3,117,802 0 0
Revenues
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,092,471 3,117,802 0 0
9961 CONTRIB. TO DEBT SERVICE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 5,036,926 5,097,334 6,874,096 6,105,074
Total Expenditures 5,036,926 5,097,334 6,874,096 6,105,074
Budgeting Unit Net Local 5,036,926 5,097,334 6,874,096 6,105,074
Section 4 Page 16
Contingent Fund
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 533,808 1,900,000
Other 0 0 0 0
Pending Leg. Initiatives 0 0 81,116 5,000
Total Expenditures 0 0 614,924 1,905,000
Dept. Net Local 0 0 614,924 1,905,000
Section 4 Page 17
Contingent Fund
1990 CONTINGENT FUND
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 533,808 1,900,000
Other 0 0 0 0
Pending Leg. Initiatives 0 0 81,116 5,000
Total Expenditures 0 0 614,924 1,905,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 614,924 1,905,000
Section 4 Page 18
County Administration
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 517,335 716,654 848,165 754,736
Overtime 251 34 0 0
Premium Pay 20,220 22,104 6,750 4,000
Fringe Benefits 243,716 344,296 409,164 377,699
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 27,521 19,637 10,900 6,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 4,312 4,117 6,115 5,115
Travel Training 13,953 8,474 22,199 18,350
Professional Services 130,421 101,832 124,518 117,518
All Other Contr. Svcs 31,808 38,788 51,984 48,659
Program Expense 5,285 2,556 10,047 22,577
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,159 1,155 1,305 1,230
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 12,166 17,576 7,676 62,676
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,008,147 1,277,223 1,498,823 1,418,560
Revenues
Local Revenues 12,500 15,373 15,680 15,680
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 12,500 15,373 15,680 15,680
Dept. Net Local 995,647 1,261,850 1,483,143 1,402,880
Section 4 Page 19
County Administration
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Services Coordinator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Specialist 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Chief Equity and Diversity Officer 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Chief Sustainability Officer 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Communications Director 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Compliance Program Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Contracts Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
County Administrator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy County Administrator 2.001.001.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Executive Assistant to County 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Innovation Director 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Performance Measurement/CJ 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Program Analyst 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Pub Admin Management Fellows 0.002.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Public Information Officer 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Secretary to Co. Administrator 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
7.00 10.00 9.00 11.00 9.00 -2.00
Section 4 Page 20
County Administration
1230 COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 344,026 517,312 645,273 685,184
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 15,003 18,854 3,500 4,000
Fringe Benefits 162,748 251,080 310,504 343,076
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 27,521 19,637 10,900 6,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 3,398 3,614 5,050 4,050
Travel Training 13,481 6,203 19,849 17,500
Professional Services 69,953 70,214 86,000 80,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 14,267 14,943 27,684 28,659
Program Expense 1,437 893 2,824 15,077
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 619 661 730 730
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 12,166 17,576 7,276 62,676
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 664,619 920,987 1,119,590 1,246,952
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 664,619 920,987 1,119,590 1,246,952
Section 4 Page 21
County Administration
1232 PERF MSMT/CRIM JUST COORD
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 54,749 74,936 76,484 0
Premium Pay 0 500 500 0
Fringe Benefits 24,796 33,958 36,845 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 1,447 1,500 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 800 0
Other 0 0 400 0
Total Expenditures 79,545 110,841 116,529 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 79,545 110,841 116,529 0
1236 WDIC
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 444 1,000 1,000
Travel Training 472 824 850 850
Professional Services 29,450 600 7,500 6,500
Program Expense 3,793 1,608 5,500 4,500
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 33,715 3,476 14,850 12,850
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 33,715 3,476 14,850 12,850
Section 4 Page 22
County Administration
1988 PUBLIC INFORMATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 60,765 62,434 63,204 69,552
Overtime 235 0 0 0
Premium Pay 750 1,000 1,000 0
Fringe Benefits 27,966 29,554 30,728 34,623
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 914 59 65 65
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 31,018 31,018 31,018 31,018
All Other Contr. Svcs 11,541 17,845 18,300 20,000
Program Expense 55 55 923 3,000
Utilities 477 427 500 500
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 133,721 142,392 145,738 158,758
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 133,721 142,392 145,738 158,758
Section 4 Page 23
County Administration
1989 RISK MANAGEMENT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 57,795 61,972 63,204 0
Overtime 16 34 0 0
Premium Pay 4,467 1,750 1,750 0
Fringe Benefits 28,206 29,704 31,087 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 6,000 6,000 6,000 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 63 67 75 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 96,547 99,527 102,116 0
Revenues
Local Revenues 12,500 15,373 15,680 15,680
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 12,500 15,373 15,680 15,680
Budgeting Unit Net Local 84,047 84,154 86,436 -15,680
Section 4 Page 24
County Attorney
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 266,701 262,697 288,399 288,399
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 3,563 2,596 4,411 4,675
Fringe Benefits 122,402 123,693 140,139 145,892
Other Capital Equip 1,649 3,498 2,550 2,550
Other Supplies 13,956 11,854 16,599 16,599
Travel Training 254 379 1,500 1,500
Professional Services 6,375 8,633 30,350 10,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 853 853 1,100 1,100
Program Expense 0 325 510 510
Maintenance 0 85 0 0
Utilities 415 269 600 600
Other 558 664 750 750
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 416,726 415,546 486,908 472,575
Revenues
Local Revenues 15,500 16,075 16,137 16,137
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 27,000 0 28,091 28,653
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 42,500 16,075 44,228 44,790
Dept. Net Local 374,226 399,471 442,680 427,785
Section 4 Page 25
County Attorney
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
County Attorney 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy County Attorney 0.500.500.50 0.50 0.50 0.00
Paralegal 0.500.501.00 0.50 0.50 0.00
Secretary/Paralegal Aid 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
3.50 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 26
County Attorney
1420 COUNTY ATTORNEY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 266,701 262,697 288,399 288,399
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 3,563 2,596 4,411 4,675
Fringe Benefits 122,402 123,693 140,139 145,892
Other Capital Equip 1,649 3,498 2,550 2,550
Other Supplies 13,956 11,854 16,599 16,599
Travel Training 254 379 1,500 1,500
Professional Services 6,375 8,633 30,350 10,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 853 853 1,100 1,100
Program Expense 0 325 510 510
Maintenance 0 85 0 0
Utilities 415 269 600 600
Other 558 664 750 750
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 416,726 415,546 486,908 472,575
Revenues
Local Revenues 15,500 16,075 16,137 16,137
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 27,000 0 28,091 28,653
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 42,500 16,075 44,228 44,790
Budgeting Unit Net Local 374,226 399,471 442,680 427,785
Section 4 Page 27
County Clerk
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 911,093 951,886 1,036,040 950,349
Overtime 2,730 2,189 0 0
Premium Pay 21,952 16,383 11,832 10,050
Fringe Benefits 430,298 450,854 501,511 478,087
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 0
Other Capital Equip 24,632 38,651 37,800 33,500
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 1,160 913 1,000 1,000
Other Supplies 10,960 10,672 9,575 9,575
Travel Training 3,569 4,571 4,500 6,000
Professional Services 42,187 11,185 35,556 58,219
All Other Contr. Svcs 102,553 74,674 102,400 102,400
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 130 39 0 0
Utilities 2,861 2,728 3,300 3,300
Rent 8,640 8,640 9,000 9,000
Other 15,069 14,367 14,800 15,580
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,577,834 1,623,687 1,767,314 1,677,060
Revenues
State Aid 18,437 557,336 0 0
Local Revenues 1,105,151 1,172,726 1,108,014 1,126,202
Other Revenues 76,942 68,119 103,372 83,491
Total Revenues 1,200,530 1,798,181 1,211,386 1,209,693
Dept. Net Local 377,304 -174,494 555,928 467,367
Section 4 Page 28
County Clerk
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant Level 1 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Recording Clerk 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
County Clerk 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy County Clerk 2.002.002.00 2.00 0.00 -2.00
DMV Supervisor 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Executive Deputy Clerk 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Mail & Records Clerk 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Motor Vehicle Examiner 6.005.255.25 5.00 5.50 0.50
Principal Recording Clerk 2.003.002.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Project Assistant 1.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Recording Clerk 1.002.002.75 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Motor Vehicle Examiner 2.752.753.00 2.75 2.75 0.00
Senior Recording Clerk 2.001.001.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
19.00 19.00 19.75 20.75 19.25 -1.50
Section 4 Page 29
County Clerk
1346 CENTRAL SERVICES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 41,594 42,428 43,118 43,118
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 750 1,000 1,000 1,250
Fringe Benefits 19,177 20,233 21,115 22,086
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 1,160 913 1,000 1,000
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 99 61 80 80
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 62,780 100,570 66,313 67,534
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 5,000 0 0
Total Revenues 0 5,000 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 62,780 95,570 66,313 67,534
Section 4 Page 30
County Clerk
1410 COUNTY CLERK
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 460,587 488,830 519,609 482,389
Overtime 842 1,108 0 0
Premium Pay 16,297 6,349 6,750 5,750
Fringe Benefits 215,187 229,938 251,915 242,996
Other Capital Equip 23,377 35,775 35,800 27,500
Other Supplies 9,025 8,226 6,700 6,700
Travel Training 3,569 4,451 4,500 6,000
Professional Services 41,892 11,018 35,480 58,144
All Other Contr. Svcs 102,071 74,479 102,000 102,000
Maintenance 130 25 0 0
Utilities 577 672 720 720
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 11,083 11,378 10,300 11,080
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 884,637 872,249 973,774 943,279
Revenues
State Aid 18,437 557,336 0 0
Local Revenues 295,044 313,247 308,014 336,202
Other Revenues 67,685 53,960 92,372 72,491
Total Revenues 381,166 924,543 400,386 408,693
Budgeting Unit Net Local 503,471 -52,294 573,388 534,586
Section 4 Page 31
County Clerk
1411 MOTOR VEHICLES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 408,912 420,628 473,313 424,842
Overtime 1,888 1,081 0 0
Premium Pay 4,905 9,034 4,082 3,050
Fringe Benefits 195,934 200,683 228,481 213,005
Other Capital Equip 1,255 2,876 2,000 6,000
Other Supplies 1,935 2,446 2,875 2,875
Travel Training 0 120 0 0
Professional Services 295 167 76 75
All Other Contr. Svcs 482 195 400 400
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 14 0 0
Utilities 2,185 1,995 2,500 2,500
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 3,986 2,989 4,500 4,500
Total Expenditures 621,777 642,228 718,227 657,247
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 810,107 859,479 800,000 790,000
Other Revenues 65 0 0 0
Total Revenues 810,172 859,479 800,000 790,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -188,395 -217,251 -81,773 -132,753
Section 4 Page 32
County Clerk
1460 RECORDS MANAGEMENT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 8,640 8,640 9,000 9,000
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 8,640 8,640 9,000 9,000
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 9,192 9,159 11,000 11,000
Total Revenues 9,192 9,159 11,000 11,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -552 -519 -2,000 -2,000
Section 4 Page 33
County Historian
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 8,363 15,555 12,750 30,946
Total Expenditures 8,363 15,555 12,750 30,946
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 7,500 7,750 7,750 5,500
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 21,046
Total Revenues 7,500 7,750 7,750 26,546
Dept. Net Local 863 7,805 5,000 4,400
Section 4 Page 34
County Historian
7520 COUNTY HISTORIAN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 8,363 15,555 12,750 30,946
Total Expenditures 8,363 15,555 12,750 30,946
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 7,500 7,750 7,750 5,500
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 21,046
Total Revenues 7,500 7,750 7,750 26,546
Budgeting Unit Net Local 863 7,805 5,000 4,400
Section 4 Page 35
County Office for the Aging
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 615,471 570,943 650,804 620,103
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 18,704 37,398 7,909 8,222
Fringe Benefits 283,440 283,426 315,260 312,781
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 388 14,619 1,650 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 618 1,193 1,150 1,600
Other Supplies 8,416 17,053 16,456 13,492
Travel Training 1,046 2,407 6,080 2,550
Professional Services 0 6,500 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,359,714 1,377,317 1,594,818 1,512,686
Program Expense 41,934 27,575 15,313 18,573
Utilities 2,624 1,660 3,390 2,370
Other 7,366 7,619 10,324 7,949
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,339,721 2,347,710 2,623,154 2,500,326
Revenues
Federal Aid 546,442 529,073 548,751 509,328
State Aid 765,772 993,926 980,434 988,770
Local Revenues 40,028 33,272 32,400 30,500
Other Revenues 71,042 55,707 26,950 57,444
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,423,284 1,611,978 1,588,535 1,586,042
Dept. Net Local 916,437 735,732 1,034,619 914,284
Section 4 Page 36
County Office for the Aging
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk/Typist 0.600.600.67 0.60 0.60 -0.00
Administrative Assistant 4 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Aging Services Planner 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Aging Services Specialist 4.004.002.80 3.00 4.00 1.00
Deputy Director 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Dietitian 0.230.230.23 0.23 0.23 -0.00
Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Fiscal Coordinator 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Information Aide 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Long Term Care Specialist 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
N Y Connects Coordinator 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Ombudsman Program & Outreach 0.000.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Outreach Worker 2.992.852.85 2.99 1.49 -1.50
Principal Account Clerk/Typist 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.000.71 0.00 0.00 0.00
12.26 12.68 12.82 12.82 11.32 -1.50
Section 4 Page 37
County Office for the Aging
6771 LTC OMBUDSMAN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 128,579 83,535 98,780 99,445
Premium Pay 13,704 5,430 500 1,000
Fringe Benefits 64,440 41,449 47,515 50,002
Other Capital Equip 0 1,257 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 185 227 150 550
Other Supplies 532 450 500 500
Travel Training 106 269 580 400
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 1,713 883 1,000 2,000
Utilities 120 340 240 360
Other 1,047 1,058 1,200 800
Total Expenditures 210,426 134,898 150,465 155,057
Revenues
Federal Aid 113,000 114,929 114,929 114,929
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 113,000 114,929 114,929 114,929
Budgeting Unit Net Local 97,426 19,969 35,536 40,128
Section 4 Page 38
County Office for the Aging
6772 TITLE III-B
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 144,279 139,855 212,163 202,669
Premium Pay 2,750 17,277 2,250 2,250
Fringe Benefits 66,590 73,228 102,618 102,009
Other Capital Equip 0 10,367 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 300 580 650 700
Other Supplies 2,625 643 10,627 8,957
Travel Training 899 1,405 5,250 1,900
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 17,175 19,711 17,262 17,282
Program Expense 0 3,523 7,584 977
Utilities 1,910 610 2,400 1,260
Other 5,010 5,258 8,362 6,462
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 241,538 272,457 369,166 344,466
Revenues
Federal Aid 71,092 71,132 69,997 68,034
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 18 100 100
Total Revenues 71,092 71,150 70,097 68,134
Budgeting Unit Net Local 170,446 201,307 299,069 276,332
Section 4 Page 39
County Office for the Aging
6773 AGING BY DESIGN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 9,289 12,102 0 0
Premium Pay 124 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 4,263 5,639 0 0
Other Supplies 0 12,539 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 8,850 3,850 0 0
Program Expense 1,525 561 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 24,051 34,691 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 30,000 15,000 0 0
Total Revenues 30,000 15,000 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -5,949 19,691 0 0
Section 4 Page 40
County Office for the Aging
6774 SNAP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 10,819 10,783 11,120 11,120
Premium Pay 0 0 289 347
Fringe Benefits 4,900 5,024 5,460 5,708
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 231,082 231,082 231,082 231,082
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 246,801 246,889 247,951 248,257
Revenues
State Aid 158,924 197,415 204,941 204,941
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 158,924 197,415 204,941 204,941
Budgeting Unit Net Local 87,877 49,474 43,010 43,316
Section 4 Page 41
County Office for the Aging
6775 TITLE V
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 13,221 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 1,899 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 15,120 0 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 15,119 0 0 0
Total Revenues 15,119 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 42
County Office for the Aging
6776 NUTRITION FOR THE ELDERLY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 442,509 445,563 447,897 447,897
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 442,509 445,563 447,897 447,897
Revenues
Federal Aid 139,095 141,664 144,215 141,029
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 139,095 141,664 144,215 141,029
Budgeting Unit Net Local 303,414 303,899 303,682 306,868
Section 4 Page 43
County Office for the Aging
6777 CSEP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 47,882 59,205 56,624 53,122
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 168 3,349 2,625 2,625
Fringe Benefits 21,762 29,144 28,356 27,751
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 55 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 98,423 89,462 115,777 110,177
Program Expense 170 0 0 5,600
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 100 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 168,560 181,160 203,382 199,275
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 135,100 153,336 152,439 161,797
Other Revenues 0 0 50 50
Total Revenues 135,100 153,336 152,489 161,847
Budgeting Unit Net Local 33,460 27,824 50,893 37,428
Section 4 Page 44
County Office for the Aging
6778 HEAP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 37,262 35,398 34,526 22,754
Premium Pay 0 3,142 245 0
Fringe Benefits 16,876 17,956 16,642 11,327
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 200 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 54,338 56,496 51,413 34,081
Revenues
Federal Aid 33,644 33,644 33,644 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 33,644
Total Revenues 33,644 33,644 33,644 33,644
Budgeting Unit Net Local 20,694 22,852 17,769 437
6779 CARE COMPASS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 1,000 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 6,500 0 0
Program Expense 500 -761 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 500 5,739 1,000 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 6,955 11,300 1,000 0
Total Revenues 6,955 11,300 1,000 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -6,455 -5,561 0 0
Section 4 Page 45
County Office for the Aging
6780 EISEP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 23,940 12,633 13,526 13,526
Premium Pay 0 1,064 0 0
Fringe Benefits 10,842 6,381 6,474 6,733
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 55 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 315,554 303,443 439,165 367,870
Program Expense 1,391 5,900 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 150 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 351,932 329,421 459,165 388,129
Revenues
State Aid 157,108 215,587 224,194 223,732
Other Revenues 594 255 500 500
Total Revenues 157,702 215,842 224,694 224,232
Budgeting Unit Net Local 194,230 113,579 234,471 163,897
Section 4 Page 46
County Office for the Aging
6781 TITLE III-E
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 22,864 24,847 24,076 24,076
Premium Pay 510 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 10,586 11,577 11,523 11,985
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 551 265 785 285
Travel Training 0 505 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 40,886 36,056 41,207 35,207
Program Expense 102 523 600 500
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 100 100 100 100
Total Expenditures 75,599 73,873 78,291 72,153
Revenues
Federal Aid 33,807 35,632 38,255 37,456
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 23,929 21,669 21,000 21,000
Total Revenues 57,736 57,301 59,255 58,456
Budgeting Unit Net Local 17,863 16,572 19,036 13,697
Section 4 Page 47
County Office for the Aging
6782 CARE GIVERS TRAINING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 14,193 13,677 13,263 13,263
Premium Pay 304 500 1,000 1,000
Fringe Benefits 6,566 6,605 6,826 7,100
Other Capital Equip 0 0 400 0
Other Supplies 1,083 400 600 350
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 150 150 150 75
Total Expenditures 22,296 21,332 22,239 21,788
Revenues
State Aid 17,717 19,897 19,611 19,611
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 17,717 19,897 19,611 19,611
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,579 1,435 2,628 2,177
6784 CASH IN LIEU
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 105,298 114,891 110,000 110,000
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 105,298 114,891 110,000 110,000
Revenues
Federal Aid 105,298 114,891 110,000 110,000
Total Revenues 105,298 114,891 110,000 110,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 48
County Office for the Aging
6787 PERS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 31,666 16,401 23,092 20,890
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 750 5,136 0 0
Fringe Benefits 14,681 10,034 11,052 10,399
Other Capital Equip 0 0 250 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 133 386 350 350
Other Supplies 409 1,119 844 600
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 3,966 4,964 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 609 853 512 512
Total Expenditures 52,214 38,893 36,100 32,751
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 40,028 33,272 32,400 30,500
Other Revenues 7,393 7,414 3,700 1,850
Total Revenues 47,421 40,686 36,100 32,350
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,793 -1,793 0 401
Section 4 Page 49
County Office for the Aging
6788 MIPPA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 3,627 4,972 3,979 3,979
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 1,643 2,316 1,905 1,981
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 7,500 7,528 7,492 7,493
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 12,770 14,816 13,376 13,453
Revenues
Federal Aid 13,321 13,376 13,376 13,376
Total Revenues 13,321 13,376 13,376 13,376
Budgeting Unit Net Local -551 1,440 0 77
6791 NEW YORK CONNECT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,996 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 904 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,900 0 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 14,863 0 0 0
Total Revenues 14,863 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -11,963 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 50
County Office for the Aging
6793 HEALTH INSURANCE COUNS.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 12,892 11,240 11,074 11,074
Premium Pay 277 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 5,964 5,236 5,300 5,513
Other Supplies 0 168 600 300
All Other Contr. Svcs 19,825 12,693 16,747 16,910
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 200 0 0
Total Expenditures 38,958 29,537 33,721 33,797
Revenues
Federal Aid 16,987 0 19,257 19,420
State Aid 28,255 29,229 13,864 13,864
Other Revenues 635 30 600 300
Total Revenues 45,877 29,259 33,721 33,584
Budgeting Unit Net Local -6,919 278 0 213
6795 TITLE III D/HEALTH PROMO.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 8,679 5,935 5,078 5,084
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 8,679 5,935 5,078 5,084
Revenues
Federal Aid 5,079 3,805 5,078 5,084
State Aid 0 5,550 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 5,079 9,355 5,078 5,084
Budgeting Unit Net Local 3,600 -3,420 0 0
Section 4 Page 51
County Office for the Aging
6796 WRAP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,041 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 471 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 15,935 28,525 26,525
Program Expense 32,502 10,732 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 34,014 26,667 28,525 26,525
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 1,536 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,536 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 32,478 26,667 28,525 26,525
Section 4 Page 52
County Office for the Aging
6797 BALANCING INCENTIVE PROGR
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 111,921 139,945 140,695 140,695
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 117 1,500 1,000 1,000
Fringe Benefits 51,053 65,878 67,815 70,536
Other Capital Equip 388 2,995 0 0
Other Supplies 3,106 1,469 2,500 2,500
Travel Training 41 228 250 250
All Other Contr. Svcs 63,933 66,819 65,932 65,932
Program Expense 65 74 580 580
Utilities 594 710 750 750
Total Expenditures 231,218 279,618 279,522 282,243
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 253,805 273,708 279,522 279,522
Other Revenues 0 21 0 0
Total Revenues 253,805 273,729 279,522 279,522
Budgeting Unit Net Local -22,587 5,889 0 2,721
Section 4 Page 53
County Office for the Aging
6798 UNMET NEEDS (OFA)
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 6,350 7,886 3,490
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 2,959 3,774 1,737
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 24,349 68,654 71,227
Program Expense 0 1,176 5,549 8,916
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 34,834 85,863 85,370
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 99,204 85,863 85,303
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 99,204 85,863 85,303
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -64,370 0 67
Section 4 Page 54
Debt Service Fund
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 1,415 70,657 80,000 71,000
Other 393,544 444,423 552,536 456,474
Other Finance 6,258,444 6,079,261 5,989,063 5,096,036
Total Expenditures 6,653,403 6,594,341 6,621,599 5,623,510
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 301,008 290,836 210,213 36,168
Other Revenues 971,971 746,769 519,587 407,747
Interfund Transf and Rev 6,058,358 5,604,409 5,891,799 5,179,595
Total Revenues 7,331,337 6,642,014 6,621,599 5,623,510
Dept. Net Local -677,934 -47,673 0 0
Section 4 Page 55
Debt Service Fund
1380 FISCAL AGENT FEES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 1,415 70,657 80,000 71,000
Total Expenditures 1,415 70,657 80,000 71,000
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,415 70,657 80,000 71,000
9710 SERIAL BONDS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 6,258,444 6,079,261 5,989,063 5,096,036
Total Expenditures 6,258,444 6,079,261 5,989,063 5,096,036
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 301,008 290,836 210,213 36,168
Other Revenues 925,334 659,586 519,587 407,747
Interfund Transf and Rev 6,058,358 5,604,409 5,891,799 5,179,595
Total Revenues 7,284,700 6,554,831 6,621,599 5,623,510
Budgeting Unit Net Local -1,026,25 -475,570 -632,536 -527,474
Section 4 Page 56
Debt Service Fund
9730 BAN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other 78,472 129,350 369,000 404,474
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 78,472 129,350 369,000 404,474
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 46,637 87,183 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 46,637 87,183 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 31,835 42,167 369,000 404,474
9789 OTHER DEBT- LEASES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 315,072 315,073 183,536 52,000
Total Expenditures 315,072 315,073 183,536 52,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 315,072 315,073 183,536 52,000
Section 4 Page 57
District Attorney
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,163,425 1,190,389 1,333,179 1,317,044
Overtime 0 30 0 0
Premium Pay 7,377 13,870 4,250 7,108
Fringe Benefits 522,450 561,172 640,093 655,625
Other Capital Equip 4,815 12,058 16,452 0
Other Supplies 24,176 26,948 36,142 32,642
Travel Training 2,628 2,906 6,359 6,359
Professional Services 19,238 27,092 39,932 29,932
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,181 2,181 5,936 2,640
Program Expense 0 0 0 2,640
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,257 1,373 360 0
Other 6,948 7,406 13,696 8,538
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,754,495 1,845,425 2,096,399 2,062,528
Revenues
State Aid 114,351 114,351 102,671 102,671
Other Revenues 0 8,209 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 114,351 122,560 102,671 102,671
Dept. Net Local 1,640,144 1,722,865 1,993,728 1,959,857
Section 4 Page 58
District Attorney
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Admin Assistant Level 1 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Assistant District Attorney 0.006.006.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Assistant District Attorney - Level 1 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assistant District Attorney - Level 2 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant District Attorney - Level 3 2.000.000.00 4.00 0.00 -4.00
Assistant District Attorney - Level 4 4.000.000.00 2.00 5.00 3.00
Assistant District Attorney Local 0.001.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Confidential Investigator 1.301.301.30 2.18 2.18 -0.00
Deputy District Attorney 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
District Attorney 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Receptionist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Secretary 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Secretary to the District Attorney 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Secretary/Paralegal Aide to DA 1.201.201.20 3.00 3.00 0.00
Victim Advocate/Recovery Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
12.50 13.50 13.50 16.18 15.18 -1.00
Section 4 Page 59
District Attorney
1165 DISTRICT ATTORNEY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,163,425 1,190,389 1,333,179 1,317,044
Overtime 0 30 0 0
Premium Pay 7,377 13,870 4,250 7,108
Fringe Benefits 522,450 561,172 640,093 655,625
Other Capital Equip 4,815 12,058 16,452 0
Other Supplies 24,176 26,948 36,142 32,642
Travel Training 2,628 2,906 6,359 6,359
Professional Services 19,238 27,092 39,932 29,932
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,181 2,181 5,936 2,640
Program Expense 0 0 0 2,640
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,257 1,373 360 0
Other 6,948 7,406 13,696 8,538
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,754,495 1,845,425 2,096,399 2,062,528
Revenues
State Aid 114,351 114,351 102,671 102,671
Other Revenues 0 8,209 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 114,351 122,560 102,671 102,671
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,640,144 1,722,865 1,993,728 1,959,857
Section 4 Page 60
Emergency Response Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,661,897 1,803,770 1,941,886 1,735,855
Overtime 102,514 125,292 38,552 38,552
Premium Pay 95,196 66,963 57,773 61,773
Fringe Benefits 840,938 930,035 975,488 866,034
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 14,003 13,401 26,000 12,251
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 3,721 7,700 4,000 5,200
Other Supplies 4,676 4,857 6,686 6,686
Travel Training 4,837 7,273 11,016 11,016
Professional Services 1,249 13,755 3,500 3,500
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,054,091 1,039,167 1,094,116 1,036,476
Program Expense 32,176 36,601 24,000 34,000
Maintenance 29,790 45,386 40,000 40,000
Utilities 103,046 88,515 91,500 85,600
Rent 60,306 60,467 62,000 62,000
Other 1,265 8,226 31,128 625,118
Other Finance 0 493,965 0 0
Total Expenditures 4,009,705 4,745,373 4,407,645 4,624,061
Revenues
Federal Aid 191,195 0 150,000 150,000
State Aid 709,182 833,630 715,172 715,172
Local Revenues 642,970 670,208 580,000 580,000
Other Revenues 135,609 134,506 132,000 132,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,678,956 1,638,344 1,577,172 1,577,172
Dept. Net Local 2,330,749 3,107,029 2,830,473 3,046,889
Section 4 Page 61
Emergency Response Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assistant Director - ER Dispatch 0.001.000.00 1.00 0.50 -0.50
Assistant Director Fire and EM 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Assistant EMS Response Coordinator 0.000.500.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
Co. Fire & Disaster Coordinator 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Communications Center Manager 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Community Preparedness 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Director of Emergy Response 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Emergency Response 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Dispatch Supervisor/CAD System 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Dispatch Supervisors 5.005.005.00 5.00 5.00 0.00
Dispatcher/Cad System Specialist 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dispatchers 16.0015.0015.00 16.00 15.00 -1.00
E911 Program Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Professional Development 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Systems Manager 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.50 -0.50
Telecommunications Technician 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
29.50 30.50 31.00 32.00 28.00 -4.00
Section 4 Page 62
Emergency Response Department
3410 FIRE & DISASTER COORD.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,618,145 1,761,008 1,896,347 1,735,855
Overtime 102,514 125,291 38,552 38,552
Premium Pay 94,630 65,963 56,773 61,773
Fringe Benefits 820,866 909,646 953,214 866,034
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 14,003 13,401 26,000 12,251
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 4,730 4,857 6,686 6,686
Travel Training 4,837 7,273 11,016 11,016
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,795 1,795 1,800 1,800
Program Expense 32,176 36,601 24,000 34,000
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,755 878 1,500 600
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 1,265 1,426 1,660 1,685
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,696,716 2,928,139 3,017,548 2,770,252
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 5,172 15,172 15,172
Local Revenues 180,000 180,001 180,000 180,000
Other Revenues 3,222 54 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 183,222 185,227 195,172 195,172
Budgeting Unit Net Local 2,513,494 2,742,912 2,822,376 2,575,080
Section 4 Page 63
Emergency Response Department
3411 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 43,752 42,762 45,539 0
Overtime 0 1 0 0
Premium Pay 566 1,000 1,000 0
Fringe Benefits 20,072 20,389 22,274 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 3,721 7,700 4,000 5,200
Other Supplies -54 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 1,249 13,755 3,500 3,500
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,052,296 1,037,372 1,092,316 1,034,676
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 29,790 45,386 40,000 40,000
Utilities 101,291 87,637 90,000 85,000
Rent 60,306 60,467 62,000 62,000
Other 0 6,800 29,468 623,433
Other Finance 0 493,965 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,312,989 1,817,234 1,390,097 1,853,809
Revenues
Federal Aid 191,195 0 150,000 150,000
State Aid 709,182 828,458 700,000 700,000
Local Revenues 462,970 490,207 400,000 400,000
Other Revenues 132,387 134,452 132,000 132,000
Total Revenues 1,495,734 1,453,117 1,382,000 1,382,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -182,745 364,117 8,097 471,809
Section 4 Page 64
Facilities Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,329,479 1,498,164 1,586,080 1,558,308
Overtime 6,832 6,820 5,865 5,865
Premium Pay 32,002 54,207 42,150 41,150
Fringe Benefits 623,511 726,613 782,078 799,130
Automotive Equipment 0 33,172 97,000 39,000
Other Capital Equip 4,898 29,978 47,500 11,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 25,847 26,307 21,300 16,300
Other Supplies 58,396 58,117 64,300 63,725
Travel Training 408 691 2,500 1,500
Professional Services 0 86,537 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 163,685 181,029 186,866 196,718
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 368,439 328,531 290,000 273,000
Utilities 1,007,197 753,446 820,600 745,335
Rent 167,180 170,800 183,667 185,135
Other 23,675 58,232 134,625 111,545
Other Finance 315,073 315,073 183,536 52,000
Total Expenditures 4,126,622 4,327,717 4,448,067 4,099,711
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 13,792 24,254 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 64,553 64,553 70,060 41,560
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 39,000
Total Revenues 78,345 88,807 70,060 80,560
Dept. Net Local 4,048,277 4,238,910 4,378,007 4,019,151
Section 4 Page 65
Facilities Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant - Level 4 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Associate Civil Engineer 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Carpenter 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Cleaner 17.0017.0017.00 17.00 17.00 0.00
Cleaning Operations Supervisor 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Deputy Director of Facilities 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Facilities 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Electrician 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Facilities Shopkeeper 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
General Maintenance Supervisor 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
HVAC Systems Technician 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Maintenance Mechanic 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Maintenance Worker 2.001.001.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Seasonal Worker 0.000.500.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Cleaner 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
32.50 32.50 33.00 34.00 33.00 -1.00
Section 4 Page 66
Facilities Department
1620 BLDG. & GRND. MAINTENANCE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,329,479 1,498,164 1,586,080 1,558,308
Overtime 6,832 6,820 5,865 5,865
Premium Pay 32,002 54,207 42,150 41,150
Fringe Benefits 623,511 726,613 782,078 799,130
Automotive Equipment 0 33,172 97,000 39,000
Other Capital Equip 4,898 29,978 47,500 11,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 25,847 26,307 21,300 16,300
Other Supplies 58,396 58,117 64,300 63,725
Travel Training 408 691 2,500 1,500
Professional Services 0 86,537 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 163,685 181,029 186,866 196,718
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 307,625 317,551 260,000 273,000
Utilities 7,752 8,438 7,600 7,335
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 851 1,314 2,325 1,545
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,561,286 3,028,938 3,105,564 3,014,576
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 13,792 21,202 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 36,053 36,053 41,560 41,560
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 39,000
Total Revenues 49,845 57,255 41,560 80,560
Budgeting Unit Net Local 2,511,441 2,971,683 3,064,004 2,934,016
Section 4 Page 67
Facilities Department
1621 UTILITIES, TAXES, INSUR.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 60,814 10,980 30,000 0
Utilities 999,445 745,008 813,000 738,000
Rent 167,180 170,800 183,667 185,135
Other 22,824 56,918 132,300 110,000
Other Finance 315,073 315,073 183,536 52,000
Total Expenditures 1,565,336 1,298,779 1,342,503 1,085,135
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 3,052 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 28,500 28,500 28,500 0
Total Revenues 28,500 31,552 28,500 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,536,836 1,267,227 1,314,003 1,085,135
Section 4 Page 68
Finance Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 667,101 745,599 823,202 829,095
Overtime 228 1,863 0 0
Premium Pay 12,670 17,448 8,000 4,250
Fringe Benefits 308,054 356,372 397,813 414,840
Other Capital Equip 14,353 7,394 36,048 8,800
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 6,673 7,796 14,357 11,447
Travel Training 4,914 9,995 19,350 18,250
Professional Services 66,350 60,460 103,600 103,600
All Other Contr. Svcs 37,196 32,042 34,586 34,786
Program Expense 21,453 20,592 34,500 34,500
Utilities 962 1,081 1,250 1,245
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 22,308 20,873 27,980 26,670
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,162,262 1,281,515 1,500,686 1,487,483
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 183,106 203,812 211,143 140,483
Other Revenues 175,307 198,170 145,911 145,911
Interfund Transf and Rev 30,107 31,954 32,753 33,572
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 35,350 29,254
Total Revenues 388,520 433,936 425,157 349,220
Dept. Net Local 773,742 847,579 1,075,529 1,138,263
Section 4 Page 69
Finance Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Admin Asst Level 4 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.85 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Administrative Assistant Level 3 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Auditor 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Buyer 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Finance Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Accounting Services 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Finance Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Payroll Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Payroll Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Principal Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Purchase Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Treasury Manager 1.001.001.00 1.20 1.00 -0.20
12.85 13.00 13.00 13.20 13.00 -0.20
Section 4 Page 70
Finance Department
1310 TREASURY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 196,866 208,409 212,010 205,010
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 1,500 2,868 1,750 500
Fringe Benefits 89,840 98,434 102,305 102,303
Other Capital Equip 4,494 0 0 0
Other Supplies 3,948 4,761 8,488 5,600
Travel Training 1,063 1,820 4,000 4,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 14,218 14,341 14,510 14,710
Program Expense 21,453 20,592 34,500 34,500
Utilities 262 336 400 395
Other 10,273 8,934 12,000 12,150
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 343,917 360,495 389,963 379,168
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 109,484 113,728 115,394 115,394
Other Revenues 175,307 198,170 145,911 145,911
Interfund Transf and Rev 17,027 17,894 18,341 18,800
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 10,350 0
Total Revenues 301,818 329,792 289,996 280,105
Budgeting Unit Net Local 42,099 30,703 99,967 99,063
Section 4 Page 71
Finance Department
1315 ACCOUNTING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 418,303 488,657 552,362 545,724
Overtime 157 1,775 0 0
Premium Pay 4,834 3,463 4,500 2,000
Fringe Benefits 191,792 230,106 266,514 272,657
Other Capital Equip 6,507 7,220 35,123 7,337
Other Supplies 2,618 2,895 5,469 5,447
Travel Training 3,716 7,155 7,350 6,250
Professional Services 66,350 60,460 103,600 103,600
All Other Contr. Svcs 16,978 17,701 20,076 20,076
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 461 605 500 500
Other 1,167 1,532 3,240 3,220
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 712,883 821,569 998,734 966,811
Revenues
Local Revenues 73,622 90,084 95,749 25,089
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 13,080 14,060 14,412 14,772
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 25,000 0
Total Revenues 86,702 104,144 135,161 39,861
Budgeting Unit Net Local 626,181 717,425 863,573 926,950
Section 4 Page 72
Finance Department
1345 PURCHASING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 51,932 48,533 58,830 78,361
Overtime 71 88 0 0
Premium Pay 6,336 11,117 1,750 1,750
Fringe Benefits 26,422 27,832 28,994 39,880
Other Capital Equip 3,352 174 925 1,463
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 107 140 400 400
Travel Training 135 1,020 8,000 8,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 6,000 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 239 140 350 350
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 478 169 740 740
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 95,072 89,213 99,989 130,944
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 29,254
Total Revenues 0 0 0 29,254
Budgeting Unit Net Local 95,072 89,213 99,989 101,690
1950 TAXES ON CO. OWN. PROP.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Other 10,390 10,238 12,000 10,560
Total Expenditures 10,390 10,238 12,000 10,560
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 10,390 10,238 12,000 10,560
Section 4 Page 73
Health Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 3,658,463 3,720,596 4,024,125 3,846,064
Overtime 2,102 3,533 0 0
Premium Pay 122,257 124,150 50,214 49,163
Fringe Benefits 1,705,401 1,783,282 1,944,665 1,933,462
Automotive Equipment 23,321 128,650 0 0
Other Capital Equip 27,364 36,715 16,388 9,464
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 13,738 7,888 11,800 11,700
Other Supplies 208,437 182,870 208,233 169,564
Travel Training 24,716 34,874 38,429 20,698
Professional Services 238,403 273,028 316,455 357,562
Mandate - PreK and EI 5,447,869 5,952,719 6,443,711 6,513,000
Mandate - Other 206,897 245,626 276,942 288,226
All Other Contr. Svcs 60,029 79,827 119,789 112,690
Program Expense 14,375 8,699 10,638 2,638
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 34,607 24,857 32,396 31,671
Rent 177,907 178,057 178,057 178,057
Other 52,705 52,268 60,259 56,901
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 12,018,591 12,837,639 13,732,101 13,580,860
Revenues
Federal Aid 766,117 768,849 786,278 762,453
State Aid 4,188,357 4,603,677 5,048,695 4,994,889
Local Revenues 1,690,173 1,652,013 1,622,313 1,667,535
Other Revenues 199,404 365,424 193,215 171,847
Interfund Transf and Rev 28,749 12,963 30,330 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 75,000
Total Revenues 6,872,800 7,402,926 7,680,831 7,671,724
Dept. Net Local 5,145,791 5,434,713 6,051,270 5,909,136
Section 4 Page 74
Health Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk/Typist 2.002.002.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Administrative Assistant - Level 2 2.002.002.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant - Level 3 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 4 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant Level 1 1.000.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Administrative Coordinator 2.003.003.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Billing Coordinator/System 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Community Health Nurse 15.6015.6015.60 15.60 14.60 -1.00
Deputy Medical Examiner 0.000.000.20 0.00 0.00 0.00
Deputy Registrar of Vital Records 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director Health Promotion Program 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Children with Special Care 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Community Health 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Environmental Health 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Patient Services 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Employee Health and Safety 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Healthy Neighborhoods Education 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Information Aide 2.002.752.75 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Keyboard Specialist 2.002.002.00 1.00 0.50 -0.50
Medical Director 0.250.250.25 0.25 0.25 0.00
Planner/Evaluator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Project Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Public Health Administrator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Public Health Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Public Health Engineer 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Public Health Preparedness 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Public Health Sanitarian 9.509.509.50 9.50 9.50 0.00
Public Health Technician 1.000.390.39 1.00 1.00 0.00
Registered Professional Nurse 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 3.003.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Senior Community Health Nurse 2.002.002.00 2.00 3.00 1.00
Senior Public Health Sanitarian 3.003.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Supervising Community Health Nurse 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Team Leader 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
WIC Clerk 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
WIC Nutrition Educator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
WIC Nutrition Educator II 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
WIC Program Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
WIC Program Nutritionist 3.002.002.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
66.69 66.49 67.35 66.35 62.85 -3.50
Section 4 Page 75
Health Department
2960 PRESCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATI
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - PreK and EI 4,918,436 5,390,979 5,788,711 5,860,000
Total Expenditures 4,918,436 5,390,979 5,788,711 5,860,000
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 2,223,739 2,484,215 2,867,762 2,863,000
Local Revenues 874,670 964,486 870,000 960,000
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 3,098,409 3,448,701 3,737,762 3,823,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,820,027 1,942,278 2,050,949 2,037,000
Section 4 Page 76
Health Department
4010 PH ADMINISTRATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 626,296 657,650 732,500 718,244
Overtime 22 35 0 0
Premium Pay 16,920 32,175 8,988 9,850
Fringe Benefits 286,151 317,055 354,876 362,445
Automotive Equipment 0 128,650 0 0
Other Capital Equip 5,972 4,715 2,920 4,574
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 13,203 7,524 11,000 11,000
Other Supplies 6,824 6,182 10,484 9,800
Travel Training 6,805 4,799 11,050 7,850
Professional Services 5,250 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,847 1,179 2,179 2,176
Program Expense 10,571 4,267 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 4,913 3,376 4,664 4,330
Rent 77,986 77,986 77,986 77,986
Other 8,771 19,795 33,123 32,165
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,072,531 1,265,388 1,249,770 1,240,420
Revenues
Federal Aid 87,540 88,829 84,619 83,362
State Aid 48,136 47,703 48,903 50,000
Local Revenues 1,385 40 0 0
Other Revenues 0 70,990 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 137,061 207,562 133,522 133,362
Budgeting Unit Net Local 935,470 1,057,826 1,116,248 1,107,058
Section 4 Page 77
Health Department
4011 EMERGING LEADERS IN PH
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 900 0 0
Travel Training 4,724 16,839 5,000 0
Professional Services 1,600 60,824 38,551 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 6,324 78,563 43,551 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 122,113 43,551 0
Total Revenues 0 122,113 43,551 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 6,324 -43,550 0 0
Section 4 Page 78
Health Department
4012 WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 286,571 279,280 302,546 297,444
Overtime 185 22 0 0
Premium Pay 3,440 13,544 4,000 4,750
Fringe Benefits 131,430 136,437 146,713 150,432
Automotive Equipment 23,321 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 1,330 4,115 2,800 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 535 364 800 700
Other Supplies 28,082 28,333 25,325 3,695
Travel Training 6,855 4,109 8,164 965
Professional Services 26,150 25,402 31,590 39,910
All Other Contr. Svcs 3,549 3,803 3,902 929
Program Expense 3,326 3,850 1,938 1,938
Utilities 4,634 3,450 4,910 5,674
Rent 15,374 15,524 15,524 15,524
Other 1,320 1,769 2,600 1,000
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 536,102 520,002 550,812 522,961
Revenues
Federal Aid 517,610 519,771 550,812 522,961
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 18,890 0 0 0
Total Revenues 536,500 519,771 550,812 522,961
Budgeting Unit Net Local -398 231 0 0
Section 4 Page 79
Health Department
4013 OCCUPATIONAL HLTH.& SFTY.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 40,950 61,860 63,446 55,303
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 18,546 28,820 30,365 27,530
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 2,377 526 1,400 1,100
Travel Training 132 1,424 2,000 500
Professional Services 1,368 2,858 2,000 3,200
All Other Contr. Svcs 6,349 7,049 8,800 8,800
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 601 523 588 588
Rent 664 664 664 664
Other 389 619 1,050 750
Total Expenditures 71,376 104,343 110,313 98,435
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 71,376 104,343 110,313 98,435
Section 4 Page 80
Health Department
4014 MEDICAL EXAMINER
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 18,987 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 247 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 19,234 0 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 19,234 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 81
Health Department
4015 VITAL RECORDS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 44,238 45,132 46,520 46,351
Premium Pay 750 1,000 1,000 1,250
Fringe Benefits 20,375 21,493 22,743 23,696
Other Capital Equip 477 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,362 1,221 2,650 2,650
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,405 406 1,405 1,606
Utilities 437 174 264 228
Rent 1,844 1,844 1,844 1,844
Other 170 24 200 200
Total Expenditures 71,058 71,294 76,626 77,825
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 112,256 109,632 108,000 108,000
Total Revenues 112,256 109,632 108,000 108,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -41,198 -38,338 -31,374 -30,175
Section 4 Page 82
Health Department
4016 COMMUNITY HEALTH
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 775,363 748,312 824,833 717,089
Overtime 1,895 2,289 0 0
Premium Pay 20,302 17,953 11,900 8,900
Fringe Benefits 361,214 356,373 400,460 361,397
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 8,098 7,224 1,018 390
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 129,343 111,306 125,337 111,165
Travel Training 905 1,931 2,935 4,593
Professional Services 159,795 157,309 182,636 252,774
All Other Contr. Svcs 13,932 9,770 23,734 23,634
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 9,125 5,658 8,702 7,447
Rent 28,648 28,648 28,648 28,648
Other 16,341 8,353 636 336
Total Expenditures 1,524,961 1,455,126 1,610,839 1,516,373
Revenues
Federal Aid 84,645 90,617 77,379 74,695
State Aid 63,763 67,817 72,990 72,990
Local Revenues 212,747 108,575 186,851 143,900
Other Revenues 21,653 33,167 3,664 20,397
Interfund Transf and Rev 28,749 12,963 30,330 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 75,000
Total Revenues 411,557 313,139 371,214 386,982
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,113,404 1,141,987 1,239,625 1,129,391
Section 4 Page 83
Health Department
4017 MEDICAL EXAMINER PROGRAM
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Mandate - Other 206,897 245,626 276,942 288,226
Total Expenditures 206,897 245,626 276,942 288,226
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 380 0 0
Total Revenues 0 380 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 206,897 245,246 276,942 288,226
4018 HEALTHY NEIGHBORHOOD PROG
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 88,623 89,620 96,601 96,002
Overtime 0 22 0 0
Premium Pay 975 1,238 1,238 1,050
Fringe Benefits 39,718 40,246 44,441 45,806
Other Capital Equip 322 0 3,000 3,500
Other Supplies 26,538 24,651 24,644 23,307
Travel Training 40 80 200 500
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 437 174 420 1,274
Rent 1,519 1,519 1,519 1,519
Other 349 184 305 755
Total Expenditures 158,521 157,734 172,368 173,713
Revenues
State Aid 157,916 158,458 172,368 173,713
Total Revenues 157,916 158,458 172,368 173,713
Budgeting Unit Net Local 605 -724 0 0
Section 4 Page 84
Health Department
4047 PLNG. & COORD. OF C.S.N.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 809,917 788,290 900,231 874,049
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 44,965 44,366 9,850 9,500
Fringe Benefits 387,175 388,125 435,565 439,832
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 4,016 1,139 1,500 1,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 5,874 3,738 5,407 4,492
Travel Training 1,227 2,110 2,000 1,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 6,665 29,325 35,133 35,333
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 7,082 7,272 7,770 7,770
Rent 19,862 19,862 19,862 19,862
Other 16,182 11,269 10,500 9,850
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,302,965 1,295,496 1,427,818 1,402,688
Revenues
Federal Aid 62,727 53,514 57,848 65,815
State Aid 111,251 120,584 116,875 120,875
Local Revenues 76,013 77,560 80,000 80,000
Other Revenues 126,376 100,621 128,500 130,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 376,367 352,279 383,223 396,690
Budgeting Unit Net Local 926,598 943,217 1,044,595 1,005,998
Section 4 Page 85
Health Department
4048 PHYS.HANDIC.CHIL.TREATMNT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 8,000 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 8,000 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 4,000 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 4,000 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 4,000 0
4054 EARLY INTERV (BIRTH-3)
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - PreK and EI 529,433 561,740 655,000 653,000
Total Expenditures 529,433 561,740 655,000 653,000
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 239,308 282,827 318,500 319,970
Local Revenues 40,317 0 0 0
Other Revenues 906 539 0 0
Total Revenues 280,531 283,366 318,500 319,970
Budgeting Unit Net Local 248,902 278,374 336,500 333,030
Section 4 Page 86
Health Department
4090 ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 986,505 1,050,452 1,057,448 1,041,582
Overtime 0 1,165 0 0
Premium Pay 34,905 13,874 13,238 13,863
Fringe Benefits 460,792 494,733 509,502 522,324
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 7,149 19,522 5,150 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 8,037 6,013 12,986 13,355
Travel Training 4,028 3,582 7,080 5,290
Professional Services 25,253 26,635 61,678 61,678
All Other Contr. Svcs 25,282 28,295 44,636 40,212
Program Expense 478 582 700 700
Utilities 7,378 4,230 5,078 4,360
Rent 32,010 32,010 32,010 32,010
Other 8,936 10,255 11,845 11,845
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,600,753 1,691,348 1,761,351 1,747,219
Revenues
Federal Aid 13,595 16,118 15,620 15,620
State Aid 192,872 179,022 177,908 177,908
Local Revenues 372,785 391,720 377,462 375,635
Other Revenues 31,579 37,614 17,500 21,450
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 610,831 624,474 588,490 590,613
Budgeting Unit Net Local 989,922 1,066,874 1,172,861 1,156,606
4095 PUBLIC HEALTH STATE AID
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Revenues
State Aid 1,151,372 1,263,051 1,269,389 1,216,433
Total Revenues 1,151,372 1,263,051 1,269,389 1,216,433
Budgeting Unit Net Local -1,151,37 -1,263,05 -1,269,38 -1,216,43
Section 4 Page 87
Highway Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,665,037 1,800,844 1,868,337 1,657,682
Overtime 97,277 51,703 81,094 82,991
Premium Pay 12,058 39,085 29,556 28,383
Fringe Benefits 773,368 863,201 901,711 880,636
Other Capital Equip 11,803 10,229 20,400 12,000
Highway Materials 2,531,011 2,602,487 2,297,862 2,274,492
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 11 0 0 0
Other Supplies 19,630 8,752 18,475 18,475
Travel Training 11,076 8,616 7,000 6,000
Professional Services 0 -125 1,700 1,700
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,537,429 1,541,373 1,601,682 70,068
Program Expense 130,963 142,382 140,000 140,000
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 6,198 7,907 9,000 9,000
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 654,842 697,770 785,540 703,540
Other Finance 724,675 1,264,093 0 0
Total Expenditures 8,175,378 9,038,317 7,762,357 5,884,967
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 2,776,096 2,769,657 2,476,509 2,476,509
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 28,769 73,953 96,000 8,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 4,936,912 5,134,014 5,189,848 3,400,458
Total Revenues 7,741,777 7,977,624 7,762,357 5,884,967
Dept. Net Local 433,601 1,060,693 0 0
Section 4 Page 88
Highway Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk Typist 1.000.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Administrative Assistant 0.001.001.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Assistant Highway Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Associate Civil Engineer 1.001.501.50 1.00 1.00 0.00
Bridge Mechanic 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Civil Engineer 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
County Highway Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Engineering Technician 0.002.002.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Heavy Equipment Operator 9.0010.009.00 9.00 8.00 -1.00
Highway Crew Supervisor 3.002.002.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Highway Technician 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Motor Equipment Operator 8.008.009.00 9.00 10.00 1.00
Project Assistant (PW 0.000.000.00 4.50 0.00 -4.50
Seasonal Worker 3.943.443.44 3.94 3.94 -0.00
Senior Highway Crew Super 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Sr. Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Sr. Engineering Technician 2.000.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Sr. Sign Mechanic 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Welder 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
35.94 35.94 35.94 40.44 33.94 -6.50
Section 4 Page 89
Highway Department
3310 TRAFFIC CONTROL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 7,515 -14 12,500 8,000
Highway Materials 18,111 14,604 18,000 12,000
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 32,241 32,046 35,868 15,868
Program Expense 130,963 142,382 140,000 140,000
Utilities 5,711 7,907 9,000 9,000
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 194,541 196,925 215,368 184,868
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 1,310 111 1,000 1,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 216,932 214,368 214,368 183,868
Total Revenues 218,242 214,479 215,368 184,868
Budgeting Unit Net Local -23,701 -17,554 0 0
Section 4 Page 90
Highway Department
5010 COUNTY ROAD ADMIN.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 169,498 178,622 183,960 147,921
Overtime 6,346 1,101 2,000 2,000
Premium Pay 270 1,000 1,000 1,000
Fringe Benefits 79,894 84,193 89,479 75,128
Other Capital Equip 403 0 0 0
Highway Materials 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 2,524 2,222 3,250 3,250
Travel Training 2,050 1,165 3,000 2,000
Professional Services 0 0 200 200
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,806 2,235 2,600 2,000
Other 1,046 688 1,300 1,300
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 263,837 271,226 286,789 234,799
Revenues
Other Revenues 2,000 2,142 2,000 2,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 283,953 276,171 284,789 232,799
Total Revenues 285,953 278,313 286,789 234,799
Budgeting Unit Net Local -22,116 -7,087 0 0
Section 4 Page 91
Highway Department
5110 MAINT. ROADS & BRIDGES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,495,539 1,622,222 1,684,377 1,509,761
Overtime 90,931 50,602 79,094 80,991
Premium Pay 11,788 38,085 28,556 27,383
Fringe Benefits 693,474 779,008 812,232 805,508
Other Capital Equip 3,885 10,243 7,900 4,000
Highway Materials 2,072,351 2,136,646 1,879,862 1,882,492
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 11 0 0 0
Other Supplies 17,004 6,092 15,025 15,025
Travel Training 6,811 6,901 3,000 3,000
Professional Services 0 -125 1,500 1,500
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,021,263 1,160,360 1,122,214 21,200
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 487 0 0 0
Other 540 324 2,150 2,150
Other Finance 724,675 1,264,093 0 0
Total Expenditures 6,138,759 7,074,451 5,635,910 4,353,010
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 2,776,096 2,769,657 2,476,509 2,476,509
Other Revenues 25,459 35,037 93,000 5,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 2,943,737 3,136,185 3,066,401 1,871,501
Total Revenues 5,745,292 5,940,879 5,635,910 4,353,010
Budgeting Unit Net Local 393,467 1,133,572 0 0
Section 4 Page 92
Highway Department
5111 BRIDGES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Highway Materials 122,365 122,384 125,000 105,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 102 438 200 200
Travel Training 2,215 550 1,000 1,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 111,413 133,671 111,000 31,000
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 25 0 90 90
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 236,120 257,043 237,290 137,290
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 36,663 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 257,290 237,290 237,290 137,290
Total Revenues 257,290 273,953 237,290 137,290
Budgeting Unit Net Local -21,170 -16,910 0 0
Section 4 Page 93
Highway Department
5142 SNOW REMOVAL COUNTY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Highway Materials 318,184 328,853 275,000 275,000
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 370,706 213,061 330,000 0
Other 653,231 696,758 782,000 700,000
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,342,121 1,238,672 1,387,000 975,000
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 1,235,000 1,270,000 1,387,000 975,000
Total Revenues 1,235,000 1,270,000 1,387,000 975,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 107,121 -31,328 0 0
Section 4 Page 94
Highway Machinery
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 285,378 305,425 318,116 271,811
Overtime 1,035 341 5,480 4,387
Premium Pay 2,244 5,316 5,373 5,426
Fringe Benefits 131,956 145,771 157,445 140,192
Automotive Equipment 119,040 121,885 167,300 0
Highway Equipment 641,034 358,250 567,700 320,000
Other Capital Equip 44,508 38,016 14,000 7,000
Highway Materials 1,062 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 631,051 633,367 655,000 585,000
Other Supplies 5,227 3,744 5,950 5,950
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 19,065 19,557 27,600 27,600
Maintenance 16,249 46,916 20,000 10,000
Utilities 14,458 14,768 13,500 11,500
Other 325 24 250 250
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,912,632 1,693,380 1,957,714 1,389,116
Revenues
null 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 121,854 373,484 194,000 54,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 1,501,798 1,392,252 1,699,714 1,335,116
Total Revenues 1,623,652 1,765,736 1,893,714 1,389,116
Dept. Net Local 288,980 -72,356 64,000 0
Section 4 Page 95
Highway Machinery
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Equip Service/Parts Room Tech 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Equipment Service Manager 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Equipment Service Technician 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3.003.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Sr. Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 -1.00
Section 4 Page 96
Highway Machinery
5130 HIGHWAY MACHINERY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 285,378 305,425 318,116 271,811
Overtime 1,035 341 5,480 4,387
Premium Pay 2,244 5,316 5,373 5,426
Fringe Benefits 131,956 145,771 157,445 140,192
Automotive Equipment 119,040 121,885 167,300 0
Highway Equipment 641,034 358,250 567,700 320,000
Other Capital Equip 44,508 38,016 14,000 7,000
Highway Materials 1,062 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 631,051 633,367 655,000 585,000
Other Supplies 5,227 3,744 5,950 5,950
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 19,065 19,557 27,600 27,600
Maintenance 16,249 46,916 20,000 10,000
Utilities 14,458 14,768 13,500 11,500
Other 325 24 250 250
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,912,632 1,693,380 1,957,714 1,389,116
Revenues
null 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 121,854 373,484 194,000 54,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 1,501,798 1,392,252 1,699,714 1,335,116
Total Revenues 1,623,652 1,765,736 1,893,714 1,389,116
Budgeting Unit Net Local 288,980 -72,356 64,000 0
Section 4 Page 97
Human Resources, Department of
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 516,722 541,055 613,089 611,447
Overtime 1,173 1,615 0 0
Premium Pay 30,279 19,341 2,000 1,750
Fringe Benefits 247,830 261,087 294,382 305,249
Other Capital Equip 7,715 6,995 3,300 3,300
Other Supplies 7,037 11,333 7,752 7,152
Travel Training 84,024 124,774 168,680 77,159
Professional Services 93,494 76,143 81,420 81,420
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 5,700 6,900 6,900
Program Expense 13,733 8,090 13,647 13,647
Utilities 676 605 800 800
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 33,517 56,002 36,939 41,939
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,036,200 1,112,740 1,228,909 1,150,763
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 50 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 50 0 0
Dept. Net Local 1,036,200 1,112,690 1,228,909 1,150,763
Section 4 Page 98
Human Resources, Department of
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant Level III 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Services Coordinator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Commissioner of Human Resources 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Commissioner of Human 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Employee Benefits Administrator 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Employee Benefits Manager 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Employee Leave Associate 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Employee Relations Specialist 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
HR Program Administrator 1.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
HR Systems & Program Administrator 0.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Human Resources Associate 0.000.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Mgr Talnt Aquire &1.001.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Personnel Assistant 3.002.002.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Personnel Assistant Trainee 1.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Personnel Associate 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Personnel Technician 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Project Assistant 0.750.750.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Recruitment Administrator 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
8.00 8.75 9.75 9.00 9.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 99
Human Resources, Department of
1430 PERSONNEL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 516,722 541,055 613,089 611,447
Overtime 1,173 1,615 0 0
Premium Pay 30,279 19,341 2,000 1,750
Fringe Benefits 247,830 261,087 294,382 305,249
Other Capital Equip 7,715 6,995 3,300 3,300
Other Supplies 7,037 11,333 7,752 7,152
Travel Training 2,996 1,842 7,500 6,046
Professional Services 89,342 76,143 54,000 54,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 5,700 6,900 6,900
Program Expense 13,733 8,090 13,647 13,647
Utilities 676 605 800 800
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 33,517 56,002 36,939 41,939
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 951,020 989,808 1,040,309 1,052,230
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 50 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 50 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 951,020 989,758 1,040,309 1,052,230
Section 4 Page 100
Human Resources, Department of
1987 INSERVICE TRAINING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 81,028 122,932 161,180 71,113
Professional Services 4,152 0 27,420 27,420
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 85,180 122,932 188,600 98,533
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 85,180 122,932 188,600 98,533
Section 4 Page 101
Human Rights, Office of
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 193,308 145,268 170,621 170,601
Overtime 0 264 0 0
Premium Pay 1,000 13,142 1,250 1,250
Fringe Benefits 88,101 73,926 82,257 85,547
Other Capital Equip 2,896 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,945 2,177 32,134 22,492
Travel Training 3,562 359 10,525 5,525
Professional Services 0 15,000 8,000 8,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 823 823 850 850
Program Expense 2,220 8,603 25,975 10,975
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,411 1,784 1,750 1,750
Rent 449 0 0 0
Other 175 0 1,400 900
Total Expenditures 295,890 261,346 334,762 307,890
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 10,000
Total Revenues 0 0 0 10,000
Dept. Net Local 295,890 261,346 334,762 297,890
Section 4 Page 102
Human Rights, Office of
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Education and Outreach Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Paralegal Aide 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Receptionist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Paralegal Aide 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
4.00 4.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 103
Human Rights, Office of
8040 HUMAN RIGHTS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 193,308 145,268 170,621 170,601
Overtime 0 264 0 0
Premium Pay 1,000 13,142 1,250 1,250
Fringe Benefits 88,101 73,926 82,257 85,547
Other Capital Equip 2,896 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,945 2,177 32,134 22,492
Travel Training 3,562 359 10,525 5,525
Professional Services 0 15,000 8,000 8,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 823 823 850 850
Program Expense 2,220 8,603 25,975 10,975
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,411 1,784 1,750 1,750
Rent 449 0 0 0
Other 175 0 1,400 900
Total Expenditures 295,890 261,346 334,762 307,890
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 10,000
Total Revenues 0 0 0 10,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 295,890 261,346 334,762 297,890
Section 4 Page 104
Information Technology Services
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 831,909 873,484 901,916 975,229
Overtime 1,696 2,459 2,000 2,000
Premium Pay 28,473 39,350 13,000 12,375
Fringe Benefits 389,630 425,142 438,836 492,534
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 39,730 24,040 14,000 58,514
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 758 478 2,400 2,400
Other Supplies 972 1,352 1,150 1,150
Travel Training 7,414 8,290 10,000 11,470
Professional Services 2,417 0 4,000 4,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 346,676 406,438 441,044 511,894
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 3,806 4,243 4,610 5,370
Other 230 163 395 295
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,653,711 1,785,439 1,833,351 2,077,231
Revenues
null 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 11,705 14,935 17,794 18,347
Interfund Transf and Rev 43,828 43,742 43,863 47,186
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 6,028 0
Total Revenues 55,533 58,677 67,685 65,533
Dept. Net Local 1,598,178 1,726,762 1,765,666 2,011,698
Section 4 Page 105
Information Technology Services
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant II 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative/Computer Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Deputy Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Financial Systems Administrator 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
GIS Analyst 0.000.000.00 0.00 2.00 2.00
GIS Analyst/Web Developer 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
GIS Project Leader 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
GIS Systems Administrator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
GIS Technician/Web Developer 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Information Security & Compliance 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Microcomputer Specialist 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Network/Systems Administrator 1.001.001.00 1.50 1.00 -0.50
Project Assistant 0.000.200.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Public Safety Systems Administrator 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Security and Privacy Officer 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Systems Administrator 0.000.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Systems Analyst 1.001.002.00 1.00 2.00 1.00
Systems Analyst/Technician 0.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Telecommunications Program 1.501.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
12.00 12.20 12.50 12.50 14.00 1.50
Section 4 Page 106
Information Technology Services
1680 INFORMAT. TECH. SERVICES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 639,514 684,257 767,120 730,562
Overtime 932 2,459 2,000 2,000
Premium Pay 16,005 35,593 10,250 7,875
Fringe Benefits 296,502 335,138 373,006 368,499
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 38,645 22,562 10,000 8,164
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 758 478 2,400 2,400
Other Supplies 825 1,318 1,150 1,150
Travel Training 3,493 3,808 8,000 7,470
Professional Services 2,417 0 4,000 4,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 327,326 385,088 399,844 444,411
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 2,861 3,389 3,980 4,380
Other 73 163 395 295
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,329,351 1,474,253 1,582,145 1,581,206
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 2,680 3,085 9,144 9,165
Interfund Transf and Rev 43,828 43,742 43,863 47,186
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 6,028 0
Total Revenues 46,508 46,827 59,035 56,351
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,282,843 1,427,426 1,523,110 1,524,855
Section 4 Page 107
Information Technology Services
1683 GIS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 124,574 128,813 134,796 244,667
Overtime 764 0 0 0
Premium Pay 1,750 2,750 2,750 4,500
Fringe Benefits 57,558 61,388 65,830 124,035
Other Capital Equip 1,085 1,478 4,000 50,350
Other Supplies 147 34 0 0
Travel Training 3,921 3,305 2,000 4,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 19,350 21,350 41,200 67,483
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 540 494 630 990
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 209,689 219,612 251,206 496,025
Revenues
null 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 9,025 11,850 8,650 9,182
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 9,025 11,850 8,650 9,182
Budgeting Unit Net Local 200,664 207,762 242,556 486,843
Section 4 Page 108
Information Technology Services
1685 ITS CRIM JUST SUPPORT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 67,821 60,414 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 10,718 1,007 0 0
Fringe Benefits 35,570 28,616 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 1,177 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Utilities 405 360 0 0
Other 157 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 114,671 91,574 0 0
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 114,671 91,574 0 0
Section 4 Page 109
Insurance Reserve
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 236,601 434,292 243,500 243,500
Other Finance 200,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
Total Expenditures 436,601 734,292 543,500 543,500
Revenues
Other Revenues 17,253 23,303 16,289 16,289
Total Revenues 17,253 23,303 16,289 16,289
Dept. Net Local 419,348 710,989 527,211 527,211
Section 4 Page 110
Insurance Reserve
9904 SELF INSURANCE RESERVE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 236,601 434,292 243,500 243,500
Other Finance 200,000 300,000 300,000 300,000
Total Expenditures 436,601 734,292 543,500 543,500
Revenues
Other Revenues 17,253 23,303 16,289 16,289
Total Revenues 17,253 23,303 16,289 16,289
Budgeting Unit Net Local 419,348 710,989 527,211 527,211
Section 4 Page 111
Interfund Distribution
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 5,198,979 5,134,014 5,526,098 4,964,570
Other 0 0 845,853 2,100,181
Other Finance 0 0 0 102,850
Total Expenditures 5,198,979 5,134,014 6,371,951 7,167,601
Revenues
Local Revenues 312,047 283,419 310,000 272,800
Other Revenues 0 0 0 173,888
Total Revenues 312,047 283,419 310,000 446,688
Dept. Net Local 4,886,932 4,850,595 6,061,951 6,720,913
Section 4 Page 112
Interfund Distribution
9101 ALLOWANCE FOR NEGOTIATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other 0 0 845,853 2,100,181
Total Expenditures 0 0 845,853 2,100,181
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 162,038
Total Revenues 0 0 0 162,038
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 845,853 1,938,143
9502 CONTRIBUTION TO COMM DEV
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 262,067 0 336,250 317,396
Total Expenditures 262,067 0 336,250 317,396
Budgeting Unit Net Local 262,067 0 336,250 317,396
9505 CONTRIBUTION TO DM FUND
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 1,246,716
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 1,246,716
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 1,246,716
9513 CONTRIBUTION TO CL FUND
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 11,850
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 11,850
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 11,850
Total Revenues 0 0 0 11,850
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 113
Interfund Distribution
9522 CONTRIBUTION TO D FUND
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 4,936,912 5,134,014 5,189,848 3,400,458
Total Expenditures 4,936,912 5,134,014 5,189,848 3,400,458
Revenues
Local Revenues 312,047 283,419 310,000 272,800
Total Revenues 312,047 283,419 310,000 272,800
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,624,865 4,850,595 4,879,848 3,127,658
9525 CONTRIBUTION TO EM FUND
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Finance 0 0 0 91,000
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 91,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 91,000
Section 4 Page 114
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 156,697 186,703 266,215 204,093
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 3,014 3,893 6,037 3,250
Fringe Benefits 72,309 89,191 129,645 103,215
Other Capital Equip 5,989 2,670 16,841 12,000
Other Supplies 6,181 2,513 24,588 5,400
Travel Training 2,579 2,270 5,698 4,000
Professional Services 4,800 10,595 24,780 6,019
All Other Contr. Svcs 19,534 19,534 8,578 5,300
Program Expense 8,840 0 79,000 1,000
Utilities 1,636 1,298 2,384 6,000
Rent 0 275 3,725 800
Other 3,895 6,039 21,694 14,100
Total Expenditures 285,474 324,981 589,185 365,177
Revenues
Federal Aid 267,356 310,409 589,185 365,177
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 15,900 7,500 0 0
Total Revenues 283,256 317,909 589,185 365,177
Dept. Net Local 2,218 7,072 0 0
Section 4 Page 115
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Planning Analyst 0.510.510.56 0.51 0.00 -0.51
Transportation Analyst 0.600.600.60 0.71 1.00 0.29
Transportation Planning Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
3.16 3.11 3.11 3.22 3.00 -0.22
Section 4 Page 116
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5650 RIDE SHARE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
All Other Contr. Svcs 18,000 18,000 0 0
Other 0 600 0 0
Total Expenditures 18,000 18,600 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 15,900 7,500 0 0
Total Revenues 15,900 7,500 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 2,100 11,100 0 0
5651 17/18 FTA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 4,699 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 2,331 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 5,500 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 1,100 0 0
Professional Services 0 1,000 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 200 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 1,225 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 13,955 2,100 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 13,979 2,100 0 0
Total Revenues 13,979 2,100 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -24 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 117
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5652 18/19 FHWA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 117,857 34,675 0 0
Premium Pay 1,250 2,323 0 0
Fringe Benefits 53,637 17,311 0 0
Other Capital Equip 489 1,310 0 0
Other Supplies 5,346 74 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 4,000 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 28 1,339 0 0
Program Expense 8,840 0 0 0
Utilities 753 462 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 670 2,736 0 0
Total Expenditures 192,870 60,230 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 192,658 60,024 0 0
Total Revenues 192,658 60,024 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 212 206 0 0
Section 4 Page 118
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5654 19/20 FHWA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 136,816 49,359 0
Premium Pay 0 1,750 2,144 0
Fringe Benefits 0 64,558 23,995 0
Other Capital Equip 0 1,360 15,641 0
Other Supplies 0 2,312 17,938 0
Travel Training 0 802 4,698 0
Professional Services 0 9,595 19,405 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 167 6,778 0
Program Expense 0 0 79,000 0
Utilities 0 836 1,664 0
Rent 0 275 3,225 0
Other 0 2,622 15,644 0
Total Expenditures 0 221,093 239,491 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 220,735 239,491 0
Total Revenues 0 220,735 239,491 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 358 0 0
5655 19/20 FTA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 15,212 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 7,322 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 22,534 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 26,974 0 0
Total Revenues 0 26,974 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -4,440 0 0
Section 4 Page 119
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5656 20/21 FHWA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 190,587 0
Premium Pay 0 0 3,893 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 93,078 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 1,200 0
Other Supplies 0 0 6,400 0
Travel Training 0 0 500 0
Professional Services 0 0 5,375 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 1,300 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 720 0
Rent 0 0 500 0
Other 0 0 4,188 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 307,741 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 307,741 0
Total Revenues 0 0 307,741 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
5657 FTA 20/21
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 26,269 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 12,572 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 250 0
Travel Training 0 0 500 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 500 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 1,862 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 41,953 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 41,953 0
Total Revenues 0 0 41,953 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 120
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5658 FHWA 21/22
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 204,093
Premium Pay 0 0 0 3,250
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 103,215
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 12,000
Other Supplies 0 0 0 5,400
Travel Training 0 0 0 4,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 6,019
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 5,300
Program Expense 0 0 0 1,000
Utilities 0 0 0 6,000
Rent 0 0 0 800
Other 0 0 0 14,100
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 365,177
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 365,177
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 365,177
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 121
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
5680 17/18 FHWA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 34,141 0 0 0
Premium Pay 1,764 -180 0 0
Fringe Benefits 16,341 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 78 0 0 0
Travel Training 25 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,167 28 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 233 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 1,064 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 54,813 -152 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 54,860 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 54,860 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -47 -152 0 0
Section 4 Page 122
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
8681 APRIL 2015 FTA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 135 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 135 0 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 135 0 0 0
Total Revenues 135 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 123
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
8697 2016/2017 FTA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 622 127 0 0
Travel Training 2,554 368 0 0
Professional Services 800 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 139 0 0 0
Utilities 650 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 897 81 0 0
Total Expenditures 5,662 576 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 5,724 576 0 0
Total Revenues 5,724 576 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -62 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 124
Ithaca-Tompkins Co. Transportation Council
8699 2016/2017 FHWA
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 39 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 39 0 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 39 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 125
Legislature & Clerk of the Legislature
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
null 0 0 0 0
Salary and Wages 498,262 512,878 572,981 519,868
Overtime 190 93 0 55,833
Premium Pay 13,872 3,500 4,000 4,000
Fringe Benefits 232,032 240,624 276,144 288,576
Other Capital Equip 22,928 6,266 8,827 820
Other Supplies 5,814 4,463 4,975 3,579
Travel Training 9,453 9,668 15,000 15,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 20,468 20,468 22,069 22,069
Program Expense 0 144 3,000 0
Utilities 442 584 862 862
Other 25,575 23,172 27,570 27,384
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Pending Leg. Initiatives 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 829,036 821,860 935,428 937,991
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 9,490 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 7,000 0
Total Revenues 0 9,490 7,000 0
Dept. Net Local 829,036 812,370 928,428 937,991
Section 4 Page 126
Legislature & Clerk of the Legislature
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative/Computer Assistant 0.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Chief Deputy Clerk 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Clerk of the Legislature 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Clerk 1.001.001.00 1.00 2.00 1.00
Legislator 14.0014.0014.00 14.00 14.00 0.00
17.00 17.00 17.00 18.00 18.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 127
Legislature & Clerk of the Legislature
1010 LEGISLATURE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
null 0 0 0 0
Salary and Wages 310,300 310,300 310,300 310,300
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 140,535 144,569 148,510 154,467
Other Capital Equip 13,457 0 0 0
Other Supplies 656 761 675 500
Travel Training 9,453 9,668 15,000 15,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 144 3,000 0
Utilities 0 114 0 0
Other 12,519 9,238 11,000 11,000
Pending Leg. Initiatives 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 486,920 474,794 488,485 491,267
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 486,920 474,794 488,485 491,267
Section 4 Page 128
Legislature & Clerk of the Legislature
1040 CLERK, LEGISLATURE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 187,962 202,578 262,681 209,568
Overtime 190 93 0 55,833
Premium Pay 13,872 3,500 4,000 4,000
Fringe Benefits 91,497 96,055 127,634 134,109
Other Capital Equip 9,471 6,266 8,827 820
Other Supplies 5,158 3,702 4,300 3,079
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 20,468 20,468 22,069 22,069
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 442 470 862 862
Other 1,688 2,338 2,526 2,526
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 330,748 335,470 432,899 432,866
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 9,490 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 7,000 0
Total Revenues 0 9,490 7,000 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 330,748 325,980 425,899 432,866
1920 MUNICIPAL DUES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 11,368 11,596 14,044 13,858
Total Expenditures 11,368 11,596 14,044 13,858
Budgeting Unit Net Local 11,368 11,596 14,044 13,858
Section 4 Page 129
Memorial Celebrations
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Total Expenditures 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Dept. Net Local 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Section 4 Page 130
Memorial Celebrations
7550 CELEBRATIONS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Total Expenditures 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 6,608 6,768 7,500 7,500
Section 4 Page 131
Mental Health Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 3,768,252 3,776,255 4,461,673 3,876,768
Overtime 932 2,496 0 0
Premium Pay 127,436 152,574 33,800 32,350
Fringe Benefits 1,766,398 1,831,327 2,151,534 1,945,960
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 15,989 5,040 184,857 47,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 4,845 2,936 5,700 8,700
Other Supplies 15,612 17,977 27,600 24,100
Travel Training 19,036 17,852 27,326 16,000
Professional Services 188,948 296,891 397,836 195,200
Mandate - Other 350,616 233,188 156,000 506,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 3,562 3,562 3,823 2,813
Program Expense 5,526,715 5,796,768 5,762,778 5,676,829
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 29,803 24,151 32,000 13,000
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 67,739 57,658 100,853 70,582
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 11,885,883 12,218,675 13,345,780 12,415,302
Revenues
Federal Aid 1,361,233 1,301,988 1,284,332 1,318,540
State Aid 4,793,506 4,736,073 4,667,124 4,407,469
Local Revenues 4,010,656 4,398,623 4,446,405 3,732,405
Other Revenues 582,857 682,416 683,918 658,918
Total Revenues 10,748,252 11,119,100 11,081,779 10,117,332
Dept. Net Local 1,137,631 1,099,575 2,264,001 2,297,970
Section 4 Page 132
Mental Health Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assisant, Level 3 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 3.004.004.70 3.00 3.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant, Level 2 6.006.004.00 6.00 6.00 0.00
Administrative Computer Assistant 1.001.001.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Administrative Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Case Aide 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Casework Assistant 4.004.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Caseworker 8.008.007.00 8.00 1.00 -7.00
Clerk 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Clinic Supervisor 1.003.003.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Commissioner 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Community Mental Health Nurse 7.008.609.00 6.00 5.00 -1.00
Continuing Treatment Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Deputy Commissioner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director, Mental Health Clinic 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Dual Recovery Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Employment Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Fiscal Administrator 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Fiscal Coordinator 0.000.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Forensic Counselor 0.001.002.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Medical Director/ MH 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
MH Court Resource Coord 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Nurse Practitioner 1.001.001.00 1.00 2.00 1.00
Principal Account Clerk 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Program Director - Care Managment 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Program Director - PROS 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Program Director CSS 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Psychiatric Social Worker 15.0016.0015.00 14.00 14.00 0.00
Psychiatrist 0.701.701.70 0.70 0.50 -0.20
Quality Assurance/Improvement 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Rehabilitation Specialist 2.002.002.00 4.00 2.00 -2.00
Secretary 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Security and Privacy Officer 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Caseworker 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Senior Psychiatric Social Worker 3.001.000.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Senior Typist 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Sr. Account Clerk/Typist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Supervising Psychologist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Systems Analyst 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
65.40 67.30 63.70 65.70 54.50 -11.20
Section 4 Page 133
Mental Health Department
4310 M.H. ADMINISTRATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 863,818 956,744 1,186,745 1,138,256
Overtime 183 1,335 0 0
Premium Pay 25,274 25,718 10,750 13,000
Fringe Benefits 402,807 456,641 573,121 573,096
Other Capital Equip 13,448 1,514 15,500 10,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 6,636 5,202 6,900 6,900
Travel Training 4,760 9,839 7,600 5,000
Professional Services 115,720 91,889 86,776 95,000
All Other Contr. Svcs -1,031,13 -1,019,158 -1,324,445 -1,335,454
Program Expense 838 60,594 800 800
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 9,752 12,239 12,000 13,000
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 8,103 9,512 11,182 11,182
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 420,201 612,069 586,929 530,780
Revenues
Federal Aid 395,465 338,563 318,563 285,000
State Aid 186,740 242,101 199,910 145,439
Local Revenues 0 152 0 0
Other Revenues 4,413 31,250 25,000 0
Total Revenues 586,618 612,066 543,473 430,439
Budgeting Unit Net Local -166,417 3 43,456 100,341
Section 4 Page 134
Mental Health Department
4311 MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 2,033,887 1,972,349 2,261,317 2,318,262
Overtime 749 862 0 0
Premium Pay 69,321 107,507 15,550 16,350
Fringe Benefits 954,446 970,417 1,089,709 1,162,170
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 1,009 3,526 141,574 34,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 8,500
Other Supplies 6,195 7,893 11,800 11,800
Travel Training 10,984 6,058 14,000 10,000
Professional Services 72,767 204,737 309,260 100,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 768,109 759,200 994,772 1,136,644
Program Expense 8,704 5,247 11,000 11,000
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 54,049 45,878 81,006 56,500
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 3,980,220 4,083,674 4,929,988 4,865,226
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 796,284 566,230 509,757 509,757
Local Revenues 3,040,220 3,267,695 3,314,732 3,239,732
Other Revenues 1,340 0 0 0
Total Revenues 3,837,844 3,833,925 3,824,489 3,749,489
Budgeting Unit Net Local 142,376 249,749 1,105,499 1,115,737
Section 4 Page 135
Mental Health Department
4312 PERSONAL RCVRY ORNTD SVCS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 310,430 353,332 408,973 408,973
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 750 1,968 500 3,000
Fringe Benefits 140,934 165,534 195,974 205,080
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 365 0 12,341 3,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 10 200 200
Other Supplies 1,292 3,703 6,800 5,400
Travel Training 2,252 1,181 3,726 1,000
Professional Services 461 265 1,800 200
All Other Contr. Svcs 94,998 93,908 133,715 201,623
Program Expense 1,149 1,661 1,500 1,500
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 5,587 2,268 8,665 2,900
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 558,218 623,830 774,194 832,876
Revenues
State Aid 51,072 50,176 66,000 94,760
Local Revenues 364,459 366,690 438,000 404,000
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 415,531 416,866 504,000 498,760
Budgeting Unit Net Local 142,687 206,964 270,194 334,116
Section 4 Page 136
Mental Health Department
4314 CLIENT FISCAL MGMT.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 10,840 9,800 11,277 11,277
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 4,909 5,011 5,397 5,614
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 15,749 14,811 16,674 16,891
Revenues
State Aid 7,656 9,800 11,441 11,441
Total Revenues 7,656 9,800 11,441 11,441
Budgeting Unit Net Local 8,093 5,011 5,233 5,450
4318 I.C.M. CHILDREN'S NEEDS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 22,949 24,531 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 22,949 24,531 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 26,527 24,383 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 26,527 24,383 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -3,578 148 0 0
Section 4 Page 137
Mental Health Department
4321 UNITY HOUSE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 341,478 346,389 344,131 347,547
Total Expenditures 341,478 346,389 344,131 347,547
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 341,478 346,390 344,131 347,547
Total Revenues 341,478 346,390 344,131 347,547
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -1 0 0
4323 BOCES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 28,093 46,394 108,132 109,435
Total Expenditures 28,093 46,394 108,132 109,435
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 28,093 46,395 108,132 109,435
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 28,093 46,395 108,132 109,435
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -1 0 0
4324 MENTAL HEALTH ASSOC.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 427,220 432,426 422,268 431,217
Total Expenditures 427,220 432,426 422,268 431,217
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 395,736 400,946 390,789 403,515
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 395,736 400,946 390,789 403,515
Budgeting Unit Net Local 31,484 31,480 31,479 27,702
Section 4 Page 138
Mental Health Department
4325 ALCOHOLISM COUNCIL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 397,718 393,599 394,701 380,914
Total Expenditures 397,718 393,599 394,701 380,914
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 320,121 320,818 321,921 330,068
Total Revenues 320,121 320,818 321,921 330,068
Budgeting Unit Net Local 77,597 72,781 72,780 50,846
4326 ITHACA YOUTH BUREAU
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 136,334 136,334 136,334 130,614
Total Expenditures 136,334 136,334 136,334 130,614
Revenues
Local Revenues 88,673 88,673 88,673 88,673
Total Revenues 88,673 88,673 88,673 88,673
Budgeting Unit Net Local 47,661 47,661 47,661 41,941
4327 SUICIDE PREVENTION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 206,835 207,466 202,555 202,778
Total Expenditures 206,835 207,466 202,555 202,778
Revenues
State Aid 157,762 168,392 163,481 168,393
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 157,762 168,392 163,481 168,393
Budgeting Unit Net Local 49,073 39,074 39,074 34,385
Section 4 Page 139
Mental Health Department
4328 EMERGENCY COMM. SHELTER
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 32,754 73,147 65,513 81,465
Total Expenditures 32,754 73,147 65,513 81,465
Revenues
Federal Aid 33,279 30,936 33,280 33,280
State Aid 45,876 42,208 32,233 48,185
Total Revenues 79,155 73,144 65,513 81,465
Budgeting Unit Net Local -46,401 3 0 0
4329 CHALLENGE INDUSTRIES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 589,025 597,159 587,457 490,992
Total Expenditures 589,025 597,159 587,457 490,992
Revenues
State Aid 530,023 544,159 528,458 439,073
Total Revenues 530,023 544,159 528,458 439,073
Budgeting Unit Net Local 59,002 53,000 58,999 51,919
Section 4 Page 140
Mental Health Department
4330 HEALTH HOME
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 549,277 484,030 593,361 0
Overtime 0 299 0 0
Premium Pay 32,091 17,381 7,000 0
Fringe Benefits 263,302 233,724 287,333 0
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 1,167 0 15,442 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 4,845 2,926 5,500 0
Other Supplies 1,489 1,179 2,100 0
Travel Training 1,040 774 2,000 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 171,593 169,612 199,781 0
Program Expense 68,083 72,609 74,375 0
Utilities 20,051 11,912 20,000 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,112,938 994,446 1,206,892 0
Revenues
State Aid 183,752 183,752 201,880 0
Local Revenues 517,304 675,413 605,000 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 701,056 859,165 806,880 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 411,882 135,281 400,012 0
4331 ALPHA HOUSE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 1,138,072 1,137,592 1,143,986 1,180,283
Total Expenditures 1,138,072 1,137,592 1,143,986 1,180,283
Revenues
Federal Aid 932,489 932,489 932,489 1,000,260
State Aid 205,583 205,103 211,497 180,023
Total Revenues 1,138,072 1,137,592 1,143,986 1,180,283
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 141
Mental Health Department
4332 ADULT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 1,055,025 1,120,099 1,103,758 1,133,026
Total Expenditures 1,055,025 1,120,099 1,103,758 1,133,026
Revenues
State Aid 1,055,025 1,120,100 1,103,758 1,133,026
Total Revenues 1,055,025 1,120,100 1,103,758 1,133,026
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -1 0 0
4333 FAMILY & CHILDREN'S SVC.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 277,893 280,344 270,551 280,345
Total Expenditures 277,893 280,344 270,551 280,345
Revenues
State Aid 277,895 280,344 270,551 280,345
Total Revenues 277,895 280,344 270,551 280,345
Budgeting Unit Net Local -2 0 0 0
4336 CATHOLIC CHARITY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 6,114 6,260 5,117 6,250
Total Expenditures 6,114 6,260 5,117 6,250
Revenues
State Aid 6,115 6,620 5,117 6,250
Total Revenues 6,115 6,620 5,117 6,250
Budgeting Unit Net Local -1 -360 0 0
Section 4 Page 142
Mental Health Department
4390 PSYCHIATRIC EXPENSE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Other 350,616 233,188 156,000 506,000
Total Expenditures 350,616 233,188 156,000 506,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 350,616 233,188 156,000 506,000
6301 FRANZISKA RACKER CENTER
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 788,431 854,917 890,600 888,663
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 788,431 854,917 890,600 888,663
Revenues
State Aid 177,768 178,156 198,068 200,212
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 577,104 651,166 658,918 658,918
Total Revenues 754,872 829,322 856,986 859,130
Budgeting Unit Net Local 33,559 25,595 33,614 29,533
Section 4 Page 143
Outside Colleges
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Other 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Total Expenditures 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Dept. Net Local 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Section 4 Page 144
Outside Colleges
2490 COMM.COLL.O'SIDE COUNTY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Other 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Total Expenditures 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 411,450 367,282 440,000 440,000
Section 4 Page 145
Planning and Sustainability, Department of
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 623,600 750,767 772,521 720,815
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 19,402 8,250 8,500 7,375
Fringe Benefits 289,448 352,681 370,577 361,504
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 40,919
Other Capital Equip 11,801 3,960 6,525 4,611
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 675 472 840 500
Other Supplies 3,324 5,472 7,785 4,000
Travel Training 2,825 2,201 3,785 2,836
Professional Services 180,798 162,614 201,944 93,140
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,928 6,086 7,950 7,250
Program Expense 111,788 97,723 168,740 71,800
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,240 806 1,700 1,000
Rent 200 75 900 800
Other 5,430 110,544 78,137 17,076
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,253,459 1,537,586 1,629,904 1,333,626
Revenues
Federal Aid 118,909 0 0 0
State Aid 109,806 88,769 117,500 102,500
Local Revenues 146,076 168,150 170,561 159,171
Other Revenues 61,692 77,549 211,144 35,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 2,184 4,200 7,500
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 20,000 0
Total Revenues 436,483 336,652 523,405 304,171
Dept. Net Local 816,976 1,200,934 1,106,499 1,029,455
Section 4 Page 146
Planning and Sustainability, Department of
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Associate Planner 2.002.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Commissioner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Commissioner of Planning 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
GIS Analyst 0.880.880.88 0.88 0.00 -0.88
Planner 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Planning Administrator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Principal Account Clerk/Typist 0.880.881.00 0.88 1.00 0.12
Principal Planner 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Principal Plnner - Tourism Program 0.940.940.94 0.94 0.88 -0.06
Project Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Secretary 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Planner 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
8.82 10.70 10.70 10.70 9.88 -0.82
Section 4 Page 147
Planning and Sustainability, Department of
8020 COMMUNITY PLANNING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 623,600 750,767 772,521 720,815
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 19,402 8,250 8,500 7,375
Fringe Benefits 289,448 352,681 370,577 361,504
Automotive Equipment 0 35,935 0 40,919
Other Capital Equip 11,664 3,960 6,525 4,611
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 675 472 840 500
Other Supplies 2,998 5,472 7,785 4,000
Travel Training 2,825 2,201 3,785 2,836
Professional Services 15,892 73,321 201,944 93,140
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,928 6,086 7,950 7,250
Program Expense 7,940 0 153,740 56,800
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,240 806 1,700 1,000
Rent 0 75 900 800
Other 3,930 13,448 78,137 17,076
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 982,542 1,253,474 1,614,904 1,318,626
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 39,421 7,500 117,500 102,500
Local Revenues 145,000 168,150 170,561 159,171
Other Revenues 6,622 40,438 196,144 20,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 2,184 4,200 7,500
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 20,000 0
Total Revenues 191,043 218,272 508,405 289,171
Budgeting Unit Net Local 791,499 1,035,202 1,106,499 1,029,455
Section 4 Page 148
Planning and Sustainability, Department of
8021 CAP RESERVE - RES PROTECT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 0
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
8022 TOURISM PLAN & PROG DEVEL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 137 0 0 0
Other Supplies 326 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Rent 200 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 663 0 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 1,076 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,076 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -413 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 149
Planning and Sustainability, Department of
8027 GOVERNMENT PLANNING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 164,906 89,293 0 0
Program Expense 93,848 97,723 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Other 1,500 97,096 0 0
Total Expenditures 260,254 284,112 0 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 118,909 0 0 0
State Aid 70,385 81,269 0 0
Other Revenues 55,070 35,000 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 244,364 116,269 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 15,890 167,843 0 0
8710 COUNTY FORESTRY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 10,000 0 15,000 15,000
Total Expenditures 10,000 0 15,000 15,000
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 2,111 15,000 15,000
Total Revenues 0 2,111 15,000 15,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 10,000 -2,111 0 0
Section 4 Page 150
Probation and Community Justice
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 2,179,734 2,239,196 2,432,358 2,176,940
Overtime 71 154 0 0
Premium Pay 85,136 46,093 29,250 27,000
Fringe Benefits 1,012,458 1,063,598 1,178,125 1,097,122
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 22,991 38,338 35,136 35,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 4,281 2,900 5,400 4,400
Other Supplies 17,045 15,945 18,830 17,477
Travel Training 19,371 16,186 13,750 10,688
Professional Services 88,723 78,304 117,488 90,521
All Other Contr. Svcs 850 -142 0 0
Program Expense 1,619 1,631 8,774 1,900
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 6,058 6,269 7,140 7,140
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 18,355 18,284 19,950 19,950
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 3,456,692 3,526,756 3,866,201 3,488,138
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 344,891 347,801 352,024 344,189
Local Revenues 31,945 31,464 30,800 30,800
Other Revenues 328,638 334,328 341,058 337,625
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 705,474 713,593 723,882 712,614
Dept. Net Local 2,751,218 2,813,163 3,142,319 2,775,524
Section 4 Page 151
Probation and Community Justice
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk Typist 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administartive Assistant Level 2 1.001.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant-Level 1 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant-Level 3 1.001.001.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Administrative Services Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Probation Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Information Aide 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Principal Account Clerk Typist 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Probation Administrator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Probation Assistant 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Probation Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Probation Officer 13.0012.0012.00 13.00 11.00 -2.00
Probation Supervisor 3.003.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Probation Systems Analyst 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Security Officer 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Probation Officer 7.507.006.00 7.00 7.00 0.00
Support Staff 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Systems Analyst 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Work Project Supervisor 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Workforce Development Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
34.00 35.00 36.50 36.00 32.00 -4.00
Section 4 Page 152
Probation and Community Justice
3140 PLNG. & COORD. (PROBAT.)
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 134,218 138,522 165,100 139,981
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 2,125 2,500 2,625 2,375
Fringe Benefits 61,750 65,763 80,273 70,865
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 198,093 206,785 247,998 213,221
Revenues
State Aid 16,961 16,068 15,702 17,711
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 40,850 40,545 42,618 42,618
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 57,811 56,613 58,320 60,329
Budgeting Unit Net Local 140,282 150,172 189,678 152,892
Section 4 Page 153
Probation and Community Justice
3141 ALTERNATIVES TO INCARC.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 595,850 650,293 689,368 679,781
Overtime 6 31 0 0
Premium Pay 62,708 16,871 12,475 12,825
Fringe Benefits 298,500 310,956 335,902 344,779
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 2,340 2,685 6,955 7,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 4,281 2,900 5,400 4,400
Other Supplies 1,667 1,208 2,670 2,670
Travel Training 5,211 4,308 4,300 2,088
Professional Services 27,391 22,430 38,500 27,075
All Other Contr. Svcs 85 0 0 0
Program Expense 160 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 927 883 960 960
Other 5,748 4,334 5,250 5,250
Total Expenditures 1,004,874 1,016,899 1,101,780 1,086,828
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 106,806 101,228 99,405 101,525
Local Revenues 927 864 760 760
Other Revenues 6,972 4,938 10,000 10,000
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 114,705 107,030 110,165 112,285
Budgeting Unit Net Local 890,169 909,869 991,615 974,543
Section 4 Page 154
Probation and Community Justice
3142 PROBATION INTAKE/INVESTIG
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 1,337,245 1,332,715 1,457,439 1,264,674
Overtime 65 123 0 0
Premium Pay 15,524 22,825 11,725 10,000
Fringe Benefits 599,128 630,250 703,142 634,533
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 20,651 35,653 28,181 28,000
Other Supplies 8,757 7,354 11,997 11,992
Travel Training 13,990 11,778 9,200 8,350
Professional Services 20,272 15,358 31,300 26,527
All Other Contr. Svcs 340 0 0 0
Program Expense 1,459 1,631 8,774 1,900
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 4,857 4,587 5,340 5,340
Other 12,607 13,950 14,700 14,700
Total Expenditures 2,034,895 2,076,224 2,281,798 2,006,016
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 203,143 213,491 219,931 210,209
Local Revenues 31,018 30,600 30,040 30,040
Other Revenues 268,316 276,345 285,007 285,007
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 502,477 520,436 534,978 525,256
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,532,418 1,555,788 1,746,820 1,480,760
Section 4 Page 155
Probation and Community Justice
3160 ATI INITIATIVES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 112,421 117,666 120,451 92,504
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 4,779 3,897 2,425 1,800
Fringe Benefits 53,080 56,629 58,808 46,945
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 3,380 2,951 3,415 2,815
Travel Training 170 100 250 250
Professional Services 27,243 21,885 28,381 28,608
All Other Contr. Svcs 425 -142 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 274 799 840 840
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 201,772 203,785 214,570 173,762
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 17,981 17,014 16,986 14,744
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 17,981 17,014 16,986 14,744
Budgeting Unit Net Local 183,791 186,771 197,584 159,018
Section 4 Page 156
Probation and Community Justice
3989 DRUG COURT SUPP GRNT - 2016
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,381 -32 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 1,828 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 3,209 -32 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 3,209 -32 0 0
Section 4 Page 157
Probation and Community Justice
3990 DRUG COURT SUPP GRNT - 2013
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,860 2,804 748 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 4,964 10,641 2,685 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 6,824 13,445 3,433 0
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 12,500 12,500 3,433 0
Total Revenues 12,500 12,500 3,433 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local -5,676 945 0 0
Section 4 Page 158
Probation and Community Justice
3994 RE-ENTRY PROGRAM
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 1,660 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 7,025 7,990 16,622 8,311
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 7,025 9,650 16,622 8,311
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 7,025 9,650 16,622 8,311
Section 4 Page 159
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 757,892 774,353 790,650 783,094
Overtime 1,432 1,531 9,600 9,600
Premium Pay 16,952 11,935 10,286 10,050
Fringe Benefits 351,884 367,136 387,922 399,607
Automotive Equipment 44,214 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 56,505 61,674 132,263 81,755
Highway Materials 861 1,516 5,100 3,250
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 3,726 2,816 14,267 7,418
Other Supplies 31,687 27,248 32,751 23,922
Travel Training 11,055 9,243 15,644 3,450
Professional Services 4,288,070 4,241,170 4,637,997 4,660,802
All Other Contr. Svcs 7,405 23,918 28,564 32,766
Program Expense 61,875 58,363 65,750 65,900
Maintenance 43,161 28,768 44,720 43,220
Utilities 28,878 31,202 36,850 33,019
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 181,569 151,689 208,820 205,679
Other Finance 759,828 176,552 175,227 175,634
Total Expenditures 6,646,994 5,969,114 6,596,411 6,539,166
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 103,748 810,811 167,000 144,898
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 5,583,711 5,502,323 6,119,174 6,293,231
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 11,850
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 310,237 89,187
Total Revenues 5,687,459 6,313,134 6,596,411 6,539,166
Dept. Net Local 959,535 -344,020 0 0
Section 4 Page 160
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk Typist 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 2 0.500.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 3 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant 4 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Assistant Recycling Specialist 0.000.003.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Communication & Administrative 1.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Communications Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Deputy Director of Recycling and 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Recycling and Materials 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Fiscal Coordinator 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Food Scrap Driver 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Information Aide 0.000.500.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Principal Account Clerk/Typist 0.000.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Recycling Assistant 1.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Recycling Manager 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Secretary 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 2.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Typist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Weigh Scale Operator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Solid Waste Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Solid Waste Enforcement Officer 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Waste Reduction & Recycling 3.004.001.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Weigh Scale Operator 0.800.901.00 0.90 0.50 -0.40
14.00 14.40 14.30 13.90 13.50 -0.40
Section 4 Page 161
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8160 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 220,758 225,739 131,322 180,569
Overtime 1,114 843 4,800 4,800
Premium Pay 13,428 5,164 2,536 2,550
Fringe Benefits 106,726 107,970 66,362 93,546
Other Capital Equip 156 0 0 0
Highway Materials 265 55 3,650 650
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 814 0 0 0
Other Supplies 2,724 2,906 3,015 3,100
Professional Services 1,250,053 1,320,402 1,476,606 1,415,771
All Other Contr. Svcs 3,075 20,756 23,525 25,525
Program Expense 61,307 58,000 65,000 0
Maintenance 22,048 23,468 34,000 7,500
Utilities 0 0 0 1,199
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 59,732 36,612 88,196 74,758
Other Finance 175,315 176,552 175,227 175,634
Total Expenditures 1,917,515 1,978,467 2,074,239 1,985,602
Revenues
Other Revenues 2,124,972 1,903,236 2,074,239 1,985,602
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 2,124,972 1,903,236 2,074,239 1,985,602
Budgeting Unit Net Local -207,457 75,231 0 0
Section 4 Page 162
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8163 RECYCLING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 270,644 277,120 341,036 224,406
Overtime 218 425 4,800 4,800
Premium Pay 948 2,298 4,250 5,750
Fringe Benefits 123,239 130,414 167,551 116,961
Automotive Equipment 44,214 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 30,481 36,004 101,499 47,330
Highway Materials 0 0 0 1,150
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 815 0 0 0
Other Supplies 17,407 9,456 9,990 5,942
Travel Training 10,602 8,923 12,044 2,150
Professional Services 1,035,970 925,422 1,088,684 1,283,153
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 17,500 0 3,500 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 12,382 6,022 4,255 1,715
Other Finance 584,513 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 2,148,933 1,396,084 1,737,609 1,693,357
Revenues
State Aid 19,997 774,767 108,000 108,000
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 1,325,107 1,208,005 1,629,609 1,585,357
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,345,104 1,982,772 1,737,609 1,693,357
Budgeting Unit Net Local 803,829 -586,688 0 0
Section 4 Page 163
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8164 SOLID WASTE RECY. & COLL.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 39,137 40,964 49,369 87,724
Overtime 16 70 0 0
Premium Pay 0 385 0 0
Fringe Benefits 17,732 19,297 23,628 43,669
Other Capital Equip 18,186 12,731 14,238 12,951
Highway Materials 52 0 500 500
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 1,333 5,500 3,966
Other Supplies 6,904 6,099 6,300 7,550
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 1,516,507 1,582,730 1,633,303 1,643,794
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 500 1,000
Other 0 16 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,598,534 1,663,625 1,733,338 1,801,154
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 21,000 0
Other Revenues 1,575,221 1,571,138 1,712,338 1,801,154
Total Revenues 1,575,221 1,571,138 1,733,338 1,801,154
Budgeting Unit Net Local 23,313 92,487 0 0
Section 4 Page 164
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8165 SOLID WASTE REDUCTION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 13,035 11,707 27,135 61,363
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 125 0 0
Fringe Benefits 5,904 5,524 12,987 30,547
Other Capital Equip 4,400 3,418 4,176 15,024
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 1,046 0 0 0
Other Supplies 2,367 2,910 6,586 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 188,416 176,607 153,884 36,856
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Other 816 255 230 1,980
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 215,984 200,546 204,998 145,770
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 189,171 203,700 204,998 133,919
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 11,850
Total Revenues 189,171 203,700 204,998 145,769
Budgeting Unit Net Local 26,813 -3,154 0 1
Section 4 Page 165
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8166 OLD LANDFILLS &FACILITIES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 35,963 37,984 14,650 17,019
Overtime 0 7 0 0
Premium Pay 538 1,088 1,750 0
Fringe Benefits 16,538 18,206 7,849 8,472
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Highway Materials 544 1,461 950 950
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 362 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 450
Travel Training 110 0 300 300
Professional Services 187,583 131,566 176,500 174,259
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 3,600 5,300 7,220 7,500
Utilities 203 221 300 300
Other 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 245,441 195,833 209,519 209,250
Revenues
Other Revenues 183,533 200,000 209,519 209,250
Total Revenues 183,533 200,000 209,519 209,250
Budgeting Unit Net Local 61,908 -4,167 0 0
Section 4 Page 166
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8168 SOLID WASTE ADMIN
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 164,552 163,511 212,488 200,668
Overtime 84 179 0 0
Premium Pay 1,875 2,225 1,750 1,750
Fringe Benefits 75,413 77,346 102,534 100,764
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 3,282 9,521 12,350 6,450
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 689 1,483 8,767 3,452
Other Supplies 2,285 5,688 6,600 6,480
Travel Training 193 145 1,750 200
Professional Services 14,111 6,974 8,022 7,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 2,619 1,768 2,267 2,269
Program Expense 568 363 750 65,900
Maintenance 0 0 0 24,720
Utilities 24,721 27,135 30,550 28,300
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 107,104 107,407 114,049 126,356
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 397,496 403,745 501,877 574,309
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 89,874 389,816 191,640 485,123
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 310,237 89,187
Total Revenues 89,874 389,816 501,877 574,310
Budgeting Unit Net Local 307,622 13,929 0 -1
Section 4 Page 167
Recycling and Materials Management, Department of
8169 HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 13,803 17,328 14,650 11,345
Overtime 0 7 0 0
Premium Pay 163 650 0 0
Fringe Benefits 6,332 8,379 7,011 5,648
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 189 260 400
Travel Training 150 175 1,550 800
Professional Services 95,430 97,469 100,998 99,969
All Other Contr. Svcs 1,711 1,394 2,272 3,972
Maintenance 13 0 0 3,500
Utilities 3,954 3,846 6,000 3,220
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 1,535 1,377 2,090 870
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 123,091 130,814 134,831 129,724
Revenues
State Aid 83,751 36,044 38,000 36,898
Other Revenues 95,833 26,428 96,831 92,826
Total Revenues 179,584 62,472 134,831 129,724
Budgeting Unit Net Local -56,493 68,342 0 0
Section 4 Page 168
Sales Tax Distribution
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 13,317,276 11,374,831 13,275,977 12,047,949
Other Finance 688,765 754,642 776,908 685,591
Total Expenditures 14,006,041 12,129,473 14,052,885 12,733,540
Revenues
Local Revenues 14,006,041 12,129,474 14,052,885 12,733,540
Total Revenues 14,006,041 12,129,474 14,052,885 12,733,540
Dept. Net Local 0 -1 0 0
Section 4 Page 169
Sales Tax Distribution
1985 DISTRIBUTION OF SALES TAX
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other 13,317,27 11,374,831 13,275,977 12,047,949
Total Expenditures 13,317,27 11,374,831 13,275,977 12,047,949
Revenues
Local Revenues 13,317,27 11,374,832 13,275,977 12,047,949
Total Revenues 13,317,27 11,374,832 13,275,977 12,047,949
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 -1 0 0
6901 COUNTY/CITY PROGRAM
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Other Finance 688,765 754,642 776,908 685,591
Total Expenditures 688,765 754,642 776,908 685,591
Revenues
Local Revenues 688,765 754,642 776,908 685,591
Total Revenues 688,765 754,642 776,908 685,591
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 170
Sheriff's Office
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 3,132,007 3,241,047 3,375,943 3,296,703
Overtime 391,494 281,431 384,130 380,330
Premium Pay 320,438 243,253 68,000 64,000
Fringe Benefits 1,741,579 1,738,061 1,788,940 1,826,866
Automotive Equipment 169,272 218,101 187,290 187,290
Other Capital Equip 31,587 64,802 105,320 51,887
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 97,403 96,274 124,199 109,699
Other Supplies 97,714 80,961 91,023 78,602
Travel Training 17,042 18,586 22,000 15,000
Professional Services 37,570 12,309 15,825 15,825
All Other Contr. Svcs 52,630 51,321 64,638 173,958
Program Expense 11,127 7,469 35,700 21,700
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 19,830 22,785 23,400 23,400
Other 7,650 7,063 13,282 13,282
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 6,127,343 6,083,463 6,299,690 6,258,542
Revenues
Federal Aid 3,424 2,028 0 0
State Aid 65,468 23,444 26,465 26,465
Local Revenues 178,649 150,563 150,000 140,000
Other Revenues 248,045 175,290 152,100 121,600
Interfund Transf and Rev 244,981 226,088 240,000 240,000
Total Revenues 740,567 577,413 568,565 528,065
Dept. Net Local 5,386,776 5,506,050 5,731,125 5,730,477
Section 4 Page 171
Sheriff's Office
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account/Permit Clerk 2.002.003.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Captain 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Executive Assistant to the Sheriff 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Investigator 4.004.004.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Lieutenant 1.001.001.00 1.00 3.00 2.00
Part Time Deputy 2.002.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Road Patrol Deputy 26.0026.0026.56 28.00 28.00 0.00
Secretary 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Investigator 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Sergeant 7.007.007.00 7.00 6.00 -1.00
Sheriff 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Sheriff's Clerk 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Sr. Account and Permit Clerk 1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Victim Advocate/Recovery Specialist 0.000.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
44.56 46.00 46.00 49.00 48.00 -1.00
Section 4 Page 172
Sheriff's Office
3110 CIVIL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 439,862 450,581 453,945 453,945
Overtime 15,357 7,686 10,890 10,890
Premium Pay 3,163 9,497 4,950 2,700
Fringe Benefits 207,682 218,025 224,839 232,739
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 1,058 7,376 6,033 1,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 4,162 9,837 9,808 8,808
Travel Training 2,659 3,504 4,000 2,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 10,737 9,540 15,620 12,620
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Utilities 1,022 756 900 900
Other 6,163 6,142 6,732 6,732
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 691,865 722,944 737,717 732,334
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 109,261 98,277 110,000 100,000
Other Revenues 8,089 7,716 4,500 5,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 117,350 105,993 114,500 105,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 574,515 616,951 623,217 627,334
Section 4 Page 173
Sheriff's Office
3111 SWAT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 815 6,038 6,000 3,000
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 21 0 0
Travel Training 3,961 3,452 6,000 3,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 4,776 9,511 12,000 6,000
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,776 9,511 12,000 6,000
Section 4 Page 174
Sheriff's Office
3113 LAW ENFORCEMENT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 2,656,199 2,743,732 2,863,158 2,842,758
Overtime 376,062 273,660 373,240 369,440
Premium Pay 295,431 221,318 61,300 61,300
Fringe Benefits 1,507,690 1,492,429 1,535,103 1,594,127
Automotive Equipment 169,272 218,101 187,290 187,290
Other Capital Equip 26,725 50,320 93,287 47,887
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 97,403 96,274 124,199 109,699
Other Supplies 74,848 73,423 74,200 63,200
Travel Training 10,372 11,630 12,000 10,000
Professional Services 0 600 825 825
All Other Contr. Svcs 41,893 41,781 49,018 161,338
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 18,808 22,029 22,400 22,400
Other 729 489 5,900 5,900
Total Expenditures 5,275,432 5,245,786 5,401,920 5,476,164
Revenues
Federal Aid 3,424 2,028 0 0
State Aid 51,884 11,735 20,000 20,000
Local Revenues 69,388 52,286 40,000 40,000
Other Revenues 119,550 84,928 95,600 64,600
Interfund Transf and Rev 244,981 226,088 240,000 240,000
Total Revenues 489,227 377,065 395,600 364,600
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,786,205 4,868,721 5,006,320 5,111,564
Section 4 Page 175
Sheriff's Office
4250 STOP DWI
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 35,946 46,734 58,840 0
Overtime 75 85 0 0
Premium Pay 21,844 12,438 1,750 0
Fringe Benefits 26,207 27,607 28,998 0
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 2,989 1,068 0 0
Other Supplies 18,704 -2,320 7,015 6,594
Travel Training 50 0 0 0
Professional Services 37,570 11,709 15,000 15,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 11,127 7,469 35,700 21,700
Utilities 0 0 100 100
Other 758 432 650 650
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 155,270 105,222 148,053 44,044
Revenues
State Aid 13,584 11,709 6,465 6,465
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 120,406 82,646 52,000 52,000
Total Revenues 133,990 94,355 58,465 58,465
Budgeting Unit Net Local 21,280 10,867 89,588 -14,421
Section 4 Page 176
Sheriff's Office - Jail
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 2,531,306 2,628,595 2,806,518 2,694,299
Overtime 268,282 280,554 240,654 257,654
Premium Pay 366,750 365,677 76,397 72,747
Fringe Benefits 1,433,626 1,526,215 1,468,072 1,485,421
Automotive Equipment 79,584 80,763 69,000 69,000
Other Capital Equip 19,760 42,300 47,819 15,454
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 86,349 71,847 75,304 70,769
Other Supplies 247,722 248,852 259,473 259,473
Travel Training 13,468 10,161 10,000 10,000
Professional Services 770 2,421 2,000 2,000
Mandate-Inmate Boarding 72,096 35,573 103,348 74,672
Mandate - Inmate Medical 299,685 277,893 314,000 330,000
Mandate - Other 16,245 25,398 26,550 39,226
All Other Contr. Svcs 21,324 38,054 41,455 62,316
Program Expense 286 0 0 0
Maintenance 3,447 3,330 4,000 4,000
Utilities 4,198 6,332 4,376 4,376
Other 14,552 5,852 15,700 12,700
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 5,479,450 5,649,817 5,564,666 5,464,107
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 3,112 5,234 0 0
Local Revenues 330 60,507 0 0
Other Revenues 164,736 136,439 35,000 35,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 168,178 202,180 35,000 35,000
Dept. Net Local 5,311,272 5,447,637 5,529,666 5,429,107
Section 4 Page 177
Sheriff's Office - Jail
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Captain of Corrections 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Chief Corrections Officer 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Cook (Jail)1.401.401.40 1.40 1.40 0.00
Corrections Corporal 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Corrections Lieutenant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Corrections Officers 35.0035.0035.00 35.00 35.00 0.00
Forensic Counselor 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Jail Nurse 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Part Time Corrections Officer 2.002.000.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Psychiatrist 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Reg. Professional Nurse 1.001.000.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Sergeant 6.006.006.00 6.00 6.00 0.00
Undersheriff 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
45.40 48.40 50.40 50.40 49.40 -1.00
Section 4 Page 178
Sheriff's Office - Jail
3150 CORRECTIONS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 2,531,306 2,628,595 2,806,518 2,694,299
Overtime 268,282 280,554 240,654 257,654
Premium Pay 366,750 365,677 76,397 72,747
Fringe Benefits 1,433,626 1,526,215 1,468,072 1,485,421
Automotive Equipment 79,584 80,763 69,000 69,000
Other Capital Equip 19,760 42,300 47,819 15,454
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 86,349 71,847 75,304 70,769
Other Supplies 247,722 248,852 259,473 259,473
Travel Training 13,468 10,161 10,000 10,000
Professional Services 770 2,421 2,000 2,000
All Other Contr. Svcs 21,324 38,054 41,455 62,316
Program Expense 286 0 0 0
Maintenance 3,447 3,330 4,000 4,000
Utilities 4,198 6,332 4,376 4,376
Other 14,552 5,852 15,700 12,700
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 5,091,424 5,310,953 5,120,768 5,020,209
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 3,112 5,234 0 0
Local Revenues 330 60,507 0 0
Other Revenues 164,736 88,430 35,000 35,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 168,178 154,171 35,000 35,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 4,923,246 5,156,782 5,085,768 4,985,209
Section 4 Page 179
Sheriff's Office - Jail
3151 MEDICAL AND BOARDING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Mandate-Inmate Boarding 72,096 35,573 103,348 74,672
Mandate - Inmate Medical 299,685 277,893 314,000 330,000
Mandate - Other 16,245 25,398 26,550 39,226
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 388,026 338,864 443,898 443,898
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 48,009 0 0
Total Revenues 0 48,009 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 388,026 290,855 443,898 443,898
Section 4 Page 180
Social Services Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 8,520,967 8,892,453 9,646,054 9,580,250
Overtime 3,052 2,269 77,787 79,343
Premium Pay 285,265 339,279 141,001 137,502
Fringe Benefits 3,989,340 4,303,248 4,721,315 4,876,993
Automotive Equipment 0 0 125,000 125,000
Other Capital Equip 26,552 54,730 79,869 62,120
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 21,512 18,101 23,390 23,390
Other Supplies 41,657 87,753 78,220 81,730
Travel Training 63,620 70,914 103,582 88,000
Professional Services 485,064 500,157 621,903 601,947
Mandate - Econ Security 9,489,869 9,885,845 9,889,777 10,311,139
Mandate - Medicaid 11,650,048 11,632,334 11,786,299 10,407,170
Mandate - Child Care 6,893,395 5,953,322 8,363,655 7,888,137
All Other Contr. Svcs 22,140 20,874 21,031 17,914
Program Expense 6,377,667 9,589,435 11,594,169 11,485,934
Maintenance 48 0 5,000 0
Utilities 56,954 56,560 58,220 63,258
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 56,608 333,334 558,310 640,798
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 47,983,758 51,740,608 57,894,582 56,470,625
Revenues
Federal Aid 12,227,942 11,812,709 12,833,439 11,813,773
State Aid 13,757,846 18,321,161 23,304,553 21,835,962
Local Revenues 1,637,976 1,320,239 1,177,366 1,401,924
Other Revenues 399,239 339,966 17,263 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 365,268
Total Revenues 28,023,003 31,794,075 37,332,621 35,416,927
Dept. Net Local 19,960,755 19,946,533 20,561,961 21,053,698
Section 4 Page 181
Social Services Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Account Clerk/Typist 2.002.001.00 3.00 1.00 -2.00
Accounting Supervisor 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Administrative Assistant 2.002.002.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Administrative Assistant - Level 1 9.431.006.00 8.43 5.00 -3.43
Administrative Assistant - Level 2 1.001.002.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Administrative Assistant - Level 3 3.001.002.00 3.00 4.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant - Level 4 2.002.002.00 1.00 2.00 1.00
Case Aide 3.003.005.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Case Supervisor "A"1.001.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Case Supervisor "B"9.008.009.00 9.00 9.00 0.00
Casework Assistant 3.003.002.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Caseworker 19.0020.0019.00 20.00 19.00 -1.00
Commissioner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Coordinator of Child Support 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Data Entry Machine Operator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Deputy Commissioner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Administrative Services 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Operations 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director of Services 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Division Coordinator 4.004.004.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Financial Investigator 6.006.007.00 5.00 5.00 0.00
Fiscal Coordinator 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Information Aide 3.009.296.29 2.00 5.50 3.50
Keyboard Specialist 4.007.007.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Legal Unit Administrator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Long Term Care Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Long Term Care/Adult Protective 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Managed Care Coordinator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Microcomputer Specialist 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Principal Account Clerk/Typist 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Principal Social Welfare Examiner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Program Development Specialist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Project Assistant 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Receptionist 3.004.004.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
Registered Professional Nurse 4.004.005.00 4.00 4.00 0.00
Security Officer 3.003.153.15 3.00 3.00 0.00
Senior Account Clerk/Typist 0.002.002.00 2.00 3.00 1.00
Senior Caseworker 23.0019.0020.00 24.00 25.00 1.00
Senior Clerk 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Data Entry Operator 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Senior Financial Investigator 1.002.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Senior Social Welfare Examiner 13.0014.0012.00 13.00 14.00 1.00
Section 4 Page 182
Senior Typist 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Social Services Attorney 3.003.003.00 3.00 3.00 0.00
Social Welfare Examiner 40.0043.0042.00 42.00 41.00 -1.00
Staff Development and Quality 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Staff Development Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Substance Abuse Evaluator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Systems Analyst 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Transition Workforce Specialist 0.001.000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
183.44 182.44 178.43 181.43 179.50 -1.93
Section 4 Page 183
Social Services Department
6010 PLNG. & COORD. (DSS)
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 8,520,967 8,892,453 9,646,054 9,580,250
Overtime 3,052 2,269 77,787 79,343
Premium Pay 285,265 339,279 141,001 137,502
Fringe Benefits 3,989,340 4,303,248 4,721,315 4,876,993
Automotive Equipment 0 0 125,000 125,000
Other Capital Equip 26,552 54,730 79,869 62,120
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 21,512 18,101 23,390 23,390
Other Supplies 41,657 87,753 78,220 81,730
Travel Training 63,620 70,914 103,582 88,000
Professional Services 485,064 500,157 621,903 601,947
All Other Contr. Svcs 22,140 20,874 21,031 17,914
Program Expense 5,461,531 8,668,968 11,594,169 11,485,934
Maintenance 48 0 5,000 0
Utilities 56,954 56,560 58,220 63,258
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 56,608 164,370 439,910 440,646
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 19,034,31 23,179,676 27,736,451 27,664,027
Revenues
Federal Aid 6,628,404 6,701,766 6,740,309 6,648,549
State Aid 8,598,736 12,431,490 16,353,492 15,906,598
Local Revenues 254,110 204,920 277,714 275,434
Other Revenues 937 49,520 17,263 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 365,268
Total Revenues 15,482,18 19,387,696 23,388,778 23,195,849
Budgeting Unit Net Local 3,552,123 3,791,980 4,347,673 4,468,178
Section 4 Page 184
Social Services Department
6055 DAYCARE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Econ Security 1,453,802 1,440,052 1,563,945 1,459,107
Total Expenditures 1,453,802 1,440,052 1,563,945 1,459,107
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 1,390,021 1,370,864 1,481,962 1,377,124
Local Revenues 4,240 3,713 11,231 11,231
Other Revenues 718 0 0 0
Total Revenues 1,394,979 1,374,577 1,493,193 1,388,355
Budgeting Unit Net Local 58,823 65,475 70,752 70,752
6070 PURCHASE OF SERVICES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Child Care 0 0 1,174,211 1,353,759
Program Expense 916,136 920,467 0 0
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 916,136 920,467 1,174,211 1,353,759
Revenues
Federal Aid -20,073 -15,372 158,998 0
State Aid 480,478 770,795 591,687 881,199
Local Revenues 3,833 450 1,685 1,685
Other Revenues 6,784 0 0 0
Total Revenues 471,022 755,873 752,370 882,884
Budgeting Unit Net Local 445,114 164,594 421,841 470,875
Section 4 Page 185
Social Services Department
6100 MEDICAID
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Medicaid 11,647,88 11,632,334 11,776,299 10,397,170
Total Expenditures 11,647,88 11,632,334 11,776,299 10,397,170
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 159,216 0 0 0
Total Revenues 159,216 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 11,488,66 11,632,33 11,776,29 10,397,17
6101 MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Medicaid 2,166 0 10,000 10,000
Total Expenditures 2,166 0 10,000 10,000
Revenues
Federal Aid 10,357 13,866 -67,600 -67,600
State Aid -10,499 -29,097 -62,400 -62,400
Local Revenues 166,478 110,633 140,000 140,000
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 166,336 95,402 10,000 10,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -164,170 -95,402 0 0
6106 SPEC. NEEDS ADULT FAM.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Child Care 0 0 2,000 2,000
Total Expenditures 0 0 2,000 2,000
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 2,000 2,000
Total Revenues 0 0 2,000 2,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 0 0 0
Section 4 Page 186
Social Services Department
6109 FAMILY ASSISTANCE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Econ Security 4,040,934 3,500,178 3,941,533 3,091,018
Total Expenditures 4,040,934 3,500,178 3,941,533 3,091,018
Revenues
Federal Aid 3,162,604 2,925,311 3,720,061 2,916,347
State Aid 1,173 20,335 2,288 1,904
Local Revenues 547,964 508,109 129,660 73,504
Other Revenues 3,427 10,168 0 0
Total Revenues 3,715,168 3,463,923 3,852,009 2,991,755
Budgeting Unit Net Local 325,766 36,255 89,524 99,263
6119 CHILD CARE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Child Care 6,440,638 5,429,160 5,435,990 5,971,836
Total Expenditures 6,440,638 5,429,160 5,435,990 5,971,836
Revenues
Federal Aid 2,379,244 2,119,496 2,208,187 2,255,639
State Aid 2,124,845 2,139,215 2,175,980 1,772,045
Local Revenues 117,747 71,318 125,731 326,545
Other Revenues 211,329 255,619 0 0
Total Revenues 4,833,165 4,585,648 4,509,898 4,354,229
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,607,473 843,512 926,092 1,617,607
Section 4 Page 187
Social Services Department
6123 DELINQUENT CARE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Child Care 406,968 524,162 1,751,454 560,542
Total Expenditures 406,968 524,162 1,751,454 560,542
Revenues
Federal Aid 1,749 4,802 5,000 5,000
State Aid 165,166 191,104 1,635,062 470,266
Local Revenues 5,816 109 6,500 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 172,731 196,015 1,646,562 475,266
Budgeting Unit Net Local 234,237 328,147 104,892 85,276
6129 STATE TRAINING SCHOOLS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Child Care 45,789 0 0 0
Other 0 168,964 118,400 200,152
Total Expenditures 45,789 168,964 118,400 200,152
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 45,789 168,964 118,400 200,152
6140 SAFETY NET
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Econ Security 3,675,356 4,719,731 3,993,031 5,556,631
Total Expenditures 3,675,356 4,719,731 3,993,031 5,556,631
Revenues
Federal Aid 117,045 85,755 88,484 75,838
State Aid 871,343 1,335,166 966,724 1,417,960
Local Revenues 414,166 347,394 389,093 487,674
Other Revenues 15,679 24,141 0 0
Total Revenues 1,418,233 1,792,456 1,444,301 1,981,472
Budgeting Unit Net Local 2,257,123 2,927,275 2,548,730 3,575,159
Section 4 Page 188
Social Services Department
6141 FUEL CRISIS ASSIST. STATE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Econ Security 42,435 41,119 65,000 65,000
Total Expenditures 42,435 41,119 65,000 65,000
Revenues
Federal Aid -51,388 -22,915 -20,000 -20,000
Local Revenues 119,420 68,544 85,000 85,000
Other Revenues 0 518 0 0
Total Revenues 68,032 46,147 65,000 65,000
Budgeting Unit Net Local -25,597 -5,028 0 0
6142 EMERG. AID TO ADULTS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Mandate - Econ Security 277,342 184,765 326,268 139,383
Total Expenditures 277,342 184,765 326,268 139,383
Revenues
State Aid 136,583 91,289 157,758 69,266
Local Revenues 4,202 5,049 10,752 851
Other Revenues 1,149 0 0 0
Total Revenues 141,934 96,338 168,510 70,117
Budgeting Unit Net Local 135,408 88,427 157,758 69,266
Section 4 Page 189
Tompkins Center for History & Culture
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 441 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 448 15,229 50,000 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 56,000
Maintenance 1,177 34,003 87,500 0
Utilities 13,676 41,377 38,000 0
Rent 0 0 0 4,200
Other 0 1,659 20,000 5,000
Other Finance 0 0 0 30,000
Total Expenditures 15,301 92,709 195,500 95,200
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 160,357 195,500 4,200
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 91,000
Total Revenues 0 160,357 195,500 95,200
Dept. Net Local 15,301 -67,648 0 0
Section 4 Page 190
Tompkins Center for History & Culture
7989 TOMP CTR FOR HIST&CULTURE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 441 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 448 15,229 50,000 0
Program Expense 0 0 0 56,000
Maintenance 1,177 34,003 87,500 0
Utilities 13,676 41,377 38,000 0
Rent 0 0 0 4,200
Other 0 1,659 20,000 5,000
Other Finance 0 0 0 30,000
Total Expenditures 15,301 92,709 195,500 95,200
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 160,357 195,500 4,200
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 91,000
Total Revenues 0 160,357 195,500 95,200
Budgeting Unit Net Local 15,301 -67,648 0 0
Section 4 Page 191
Tourism Promotion
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 193,064 163,940
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 86,622 88,820 0 0
Other 2,092,555 2,218,380 1,279,434 1,301,800
Other Finance 100,000 0 0 76,278
Total Expenditures 2,279,177 2,307,200 1,472,498 1,542,018
Revenues
Local Revenues 2,339,050 2,356,662 1,472,498 1,542,018
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 2,339,050 2,356,662 1,472,498 1,542,018
Dept. Net Local -59,873 -49,462 0 0
Section 4 Page 192
Tourism Promotion
6475 ROOM TAX
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 193,064 163,940
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 86,622 88,820 0 0
Other 2,092,555 2,218,380 1,279,434 1,301,800
Other Finance 100,000 0 0 76,278
Total Expenditures 2,279,177 2,307,200 1,472,498 1,542,018
Revenues
Local Revenues 2,339,050 2,356,662 1,472,498 1,542,018
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 2,339,050 2,356,662 1,472,498 1,542,018
Budgeting Unit Net Local -59,873 -49,462 0 0
Section 4 Page 193
Transportation Planning
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 77,685 88,134 76,466 76,466
Overtime 0 49 0 0
Premium Pay 1,500 1,750 1,750 1,750
Fringe Benefits 34,393 37,087 37,434 38,936
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 60 400 400
Other Supplies 133 104 1,001 4,000
Travel Training 2,494 2,914 4,100 1,500
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 432,362 510,655 520,653 576,935
Program Expense 3,649 3,293 8,900 8,900
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 1,265 334 5,150 5,127
Total Expenditures 553,481 644,380 655,854 714,014
Revenues
Federal Aid 383,618 726,501 485,198 557,366
State Aid 40,539 0 57,463 57,296
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 2,388 831 2,000 0
Total Revenues 426,545 727,332 544,661 614,662
Dept. Net Local 126,936 -82,952 111,193 99,352
Section 4 Page 194
Transportation Planning
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Chief Transportation Planner 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 195
Transportation Planning
5631 TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 77,685 88,134 76,466 76,466
Overtime 0 49 0 0
Premium Pay 1,500 1,750 1,750 1,750
Fringe Benefits 34,393 37,087 37,434 38,936
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 60 400 400
Other Supplies 133 104 1,001 4,000
Travel Training 2,494 2,914 4,100 1,500
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 432,362 510,655 520,653 576,935
Program Expense 3,649 3,293 8,900 8,900
Utilities 0 0 0 0
Other 1,265 334 5,150 5,127
Total Expenditures 553,481 644,380 655,854 714,014
Revenues
Federal Aid 383,618 726,501 485,198 557,366
State Aid 40,539 0 57,463 57,296
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 2,388 831 2,000 0
Total Revenues 426,545 727,332 544,661 614,662
Budgeting Unit Net Local 126,936 -82,952 111,193 99,352
Section 4 Page 196
Unallocated Revenues
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 2,074,448 2,035,590 1,603,731 768,000
Local Revenues 88,433,626 91,011,165 90,799,740 36,632,728
Other Revenues 1,175,305 1,235,310 905,079 1,028,711
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 0 1,131,356
Total Revenues 91,683,379 94,282,065 93,308,550 39,560,795
Dept. Net Local -91,683,379 -94,282,065 -93,308,550 -39,560,795
Section 4 Page 197
Unallocated Revenues
9999 UNALLOCATED REVENUE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 0 0 0
Revenues
State Aid 2,074,448 2,035,590 1,603,731 768,000
Local Revenues 88,433,62 91,011,165 90,799,740 36,632,728
Other Revenues 1,175,305 1,235,310 905,079 1,028,711
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Use of Fund Balance 0 0 0 1,131,356
Total Revenues 91,683,37 94,282,065 93,308,550 39,560,795
Budgeting Unit Net Local -91,683,3 -94,282,0 -93,308,5 -39,560,7
Section 4 Page 198
Veterans Service Agency
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 28,556 76,187 76,187
Fringe Benefits 0 13,304 36,463 37,926
Other Capital Equip 0 1,669 2,186 1,337
Other Supplies 0 406 800 500
Travel Training 0 1,591 1,500 2,174
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 850
Program Expense 0 1,312 1,500 1,365
Utilities 0 27 840 100
Other 0 137 1,300 635
Total Expenditures 0 47,002 120,776 121,074
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 500 0 0
Total Revenues 0 500 0 0
Dept. Net Local 0 46,502 120,776 121,074
Section 4 Page 199
Veterans Service Agency
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Director of Veterans Services 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Section 4 Page 200
Veterans Service Agency
6510 VETERANS SERVICE AGENCY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 28,556 76,187 76,187
Fringe Benefits 0 13,304 36,463 37,926
Other Capital Equip 0 1,669 2,186 1,337
Other Supplies 0 406 800 500
Travel Training 0 1,591 1,500 2,174
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 850
Program Expense 0 1,312 1,500 1,365
Utilities 0 27 840 100
Other 0 137 1,300 635
Total Expenditures 0 47,002 120,776 121,074
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 500 0 0
Total Revenues 0 500 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 46,502 120,776 121,074
Section 4 Page 201
Weights & Measures Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 84,997 104,806 113,295 63,025
Overtime 0 40 0 0
Premium Pay 1,821 6,006 2,000 500
Fringe Benefits 39,320 51,646 55,181 31,623
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 50,602
Other Capital Equip 0 1,310 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 2,365 909 2,661 3,461
Other Supplies 249 161 325 325
Travel Training 272 88 400 400
All Other Contr. Svcs 185 185 200 200
Program Expense 523 497 1,450 650
Utilities 1,513 1,505 1,760 1,760
Other 201 202 275 275
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 131,446 167,355 177,547 152,821
Revenues
Local Revenues 25,366 24,932 22,775 22,775
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 27,284
Total Revenues 25,366 24,932 22,775 50,059
Dept. Net Local 106,080 142,423 154,772 102,762
Section 4 Page 202
Weights & Measures Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Director of Weights & Measures 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Inspector of Weights & Measures 1.000.500.50 1.00 0.00 -1.00
1.50 1.50 2.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Section 4 Page 203
Weights & Measures Department
3630 WEIGHTS & MEASURES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 84,997 104,806 113,295 63,025
Overtime 0 40 0 0
Premium Pay 1,821 6,006 2,000 500
Fringe Benefits 39,320 51,646 55,181 31,623
Automotive Equipment 0 0 0 50,602
Other Capital Equip 0 1,310 0 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 2,365 909 2,661 3,461
Other Supplies 249 161 325 325
Travel Training 272 88 400 400
All Other Contr. Svcs 185 185 200 200
Program Expense 523 497 1,450 650
Utilities 1,513 1,505 1,760 1,760
Other 201 202 275 275
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 131,446 167,355 177,547 152,821
Revenues
Local Revenues 25,366 24,932 22,775 22,775
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Interfund Transf and Rev 0 0 0 0
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 0 27,284
Total Revenues 25,366 24,932 22,775 50,059
Budgeting Unit Net Local 106,080 142,423 154,772 102,762
Section 4 Page 204
Workforce Development Board
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 120,871 124,978 213,406 254,261
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 2,431 1,675 1,675 425
Fringe Benefits 55,844 59,008 102,937 126,783
Other Capital Equip 697 3,804 2,000 1,624
Other Supplies 532 1,801 4,050 2,550
Travel Training 2,274 2,958 8,000 4,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 305,333 225,323 237,552 194,775
Program Expense 7,212 10,181 16,000 5,815
Utilities 1,860 1,808 2,600 2,900
Rent 13,238 13,575 17,677 19,632
Other 3,870 4,254 6,193 4,959
Total Expenditures 514,162 449,365 612,090 617,724
Revenues
Federal Aid 336,593 342,129 374,425 387,000
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 94,658 29,929 17,675 24,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 132,028 0 219,990 206,724
Total Revenues 563,279 372,058 612,090 617,724
Dept. Net Local -49,117 77,307 0 0
Section 4 Page 205
Workforce Development Board
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Coordinator 1.351.350.85 0.85 0.85 -0.00
Deputy Workforce Development 0.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Youth Services Associate 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
1.85 2.35 2.35 2.85 3.85 1.00
Section 4 Page 206
Workforce Development Board
6290 WORKFORCE DEV BOARD
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 120,871 124,978 213,406 254,261
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 2,431 1,675 1,675 425
Fringe Benefits 55,844 59,008 102,937 126,783
Other Capital Equip 697 3,804 2,000 1,624
Other Supplies 532 1,801 4,050 2,550
Travel Training 2,274 2,958 8,000 4,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 305,333 225,323 237,552 194,775
Program Expense 7,212 10,181 16,000 5,815
Utilities 1,860 1,808 2,600 2,900
Rent 13,238 13,575 17,677 19,632
Other 3,870 4,254 6,193 4,959
Total Expenditures 514,162 449,365 612,090 617,724
Revenues
Federal Aid 336,593 342,129 374,425 387,000
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 94,658 29,929 17,675 24,000
Interfund Transf and Rev 132,028 0 219,990 206,724
Total Revenues 563,279 372,058 612,090 617,724
Budgeting Unit Net Local -49,117 77,307 0 0
Section 4 Page 207
Workforce NY Career Center
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 518,463 624,908 707,882 669,544
Overtime 73 1,744 0 0
Premium Pay 4,532 2,483 1,825 575
Fringe Benefits 173,986 209,368 244,183 245,003
Other Capital Equip 2,261 3,234 3,200 1,000
Other Supplies 1,056 1,952 6,600 1,276
Travel Training 2,963 8,781 9,000 5,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 3,419 2,316 2,320 2,677
Program Expense 91,666 153,993 373,437 151,327
Utilities 8,991 8,825 9,840 8,500
Rent 21,473 20,769 48,186 19,908
Other 4,240 5,583 8,870 7,874
Total Expenditures 833,123 1,043,956 1,415,343 1,112,684
Revenues
Federal Aid 720,265 871,054 1,204,694 907,623
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 58,914 90,714 94,389 94,389
Interfund Transf and Rev 130,039 0 116,260 110,672
Total Revenues 909,218 961,768 1,415,343 1,112,684
Dept. Net Local -76,095 82,188 0 0
Section 4 Page 208
Workforce NY Career Center
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Administrative Coordinator 0.150.150.15 0.15 0.15 -0.00
Communications Specialist 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Employment and Training Clerk 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Employment and Training Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Workforce Development Coordinator 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Workforce Development Specialist 3.001.501.50 4.00 4.00 0.00
Workforce Transition Specialist 2.002.002.00 2.00 2.00 0.00
6.65 6.65 7.15 8.15 9.15 1.00
Section 4 Page 209
Workforce NY Career Center
6292 EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 518,463 624,908 707,882 669,544
Overtime 73 1,744 0 0
Premium Pay 4,532 2,483 1,825 575
Fringe Benefits 173,986 209,368 244,183 245,003
Other Capital Equip 2,261 3,234 3,200 1,000
Other Supplies 1,056 1,952 6,600 1,276
Travel Training 2,963 8,781 9,000 5,000
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 3,419 2,316 2,320 2,677
Program Expense 91,666 153,993 373,437 151,327
Utilities 8,991 8,825 9,840 8,500
Rent 21,473 20,769 48,186 19,908
Other 4,240 5,583 8,870 7,874
Total Expenditures 833,123 1,043,956 1,415,343 1,112,684
Revenues
Federal Aid 720,265 871,054 1,204,694 907,623
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 58,914 90,714 94,389 94,389
Interfund Transf and Rev 130,039 0 116,260 110,672
Total Revenues 909,218 961,768 1,415,343 1,112,684
Budgeting Unit Net Local -76,095 82,188 0 0
Section 4 Page 210
Youth Services Department
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 278,931 292,177 327,953 271,506
Overtime 50 41 0 0
Premium Pay 4,000 3,500 3,500 1,750
Fringe Benefits 127,886 137,431 155,226 132,447
Other Capital Equip 6,028 0 3,000 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,800 2,956 4,437 3,150
Travel Training 13,276 16,102 7,200 1,000
Professional Services 45,155 57,968 69,600 47,100
All Other Contr. Svcs 722 722 740 740
Program Expense 835,090 903,281 926,564 830,853
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 572 588 700 650
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 20,625 8,393 16,650 15,125
Other Finance 228,680 224,733 237,384 206,729
Total Expenditures 1,562,815 1,647,892 1,752,954 1,511,050
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 175,056 184,595 139,433 139,433
Local Revenues 228,680 224,733 237,384 206,729
Other Revenues 95,388 103,052 92,928 51,000
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 32,000 7,750
Total Revenues 499,124 512,380 501,745 404,912
Dept. Net Local 1,063,691 1,135,512 1,251,209 1,106,138
Section 4 Page 211
Youth Services Department
Full Time Equivalents
2017
Budget
2018
Budget
2019
Budget
2020
Budget
2021
Adopted Difference
Admin Coordinator 0.000.000.00 0.00 1.00 1.00
Administrative Assistant 1.001.001.00 1.00 0.00 -1.00
Coordinator of Community Youth 2.001.001.00 2.00 1.00 -1.00
Deputy Director of Youth Services 1.000.000.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Director 1.001.001.00 1.00 1.00 0.00
Planner 0.001.001.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
Program Management Specialist 0.002.001.50 0.00 0.00 0.00
5.50 6.00 5.00 5.00 4.00 -1.00
Section 4 Page 212
Youth Services Department
7020 YOUTH BUREAU
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 278,931 292,177 327,953 271,506
Overtime 50 41 0 0
Premium Pay 4,000 3,500 3,500 1,750
Fringe Benefits 127,886 137,431 155,226 132,447
Other Capital Equip 6,028 0 3,000 0
Vehicle Fuel and Maint 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 1,800 2,956 4,437 3,150
Travel Training 13,276 16,102 7,200 1,000
Professional Services 45,155 57,968 69,600 47,100
All Other Contr. Svcs 722 722 740 740
Program Expense 1,927 714 400 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Utilities 572 588 700 650
Rent 0 0 0 0
Other 20,625 8,393 16,650 15,125
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 500,972 520,592 589,406 473,468
Revenues
Federal Aid 0 0 0 0
State Aid 7,543 0 7,526 7,526
Other Revenues 95,388 103,052 92,928 51,000
Applied Rollover (Rev.)0 0 32,000 7,750
Total Revenues 102,931 103,052 132,454 66,276
Budgeting Unit Net Local 398,041 417,540 456,952 407,192
Section 4 Page 213
Youth Services Department
7022 YOUTH PROGRAMS
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 521,187 538,221 529,007 481,355
Other Finance 228,680 224,733 237,384 206,729
Total Expenditures 749,867 762,954 766,391 688,084
Revenues
State Aid 167,513 184,595 131,907 131,907
Local Revenues 228,680 224,733 237,384 206,729
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 396,193 409,328 369,291 338,636
Budgeting Unit Net Local 353,674 353,626 397,100 349,448
7026 MUNICIPAL YOUTH SERVICES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 311,976 364,346 397,157 349,498
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 311,976 364,346 397,157 349,498
Revenues
State Aid 0 0 0 0
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 311,976 364,346 397,157 349,498
Section 4 Page 214
Youth Services Recreation Partnership
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 282,020 287,660 293,412 293,412
Total Expenditures 282,020 287,660 293,412 293,412
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 211,515 215,745 220,060 220,060
Total Revenues 211,515 215,745 220,060 220,060
Dept. Net Local 70,505 71,915 73,352 73,352
Section 4 Page 215
Youth Services Recreation Partnership
7021 RECREATION PARTNERSHIP
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 282,020 287,660 293,412 293,412
Total Expenditures 282,020 287,660 293,412 293,412
Revenues
Local Revenues 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues 211,515 215,745 220,060 220,060
Total Revenues 211,515 215,745 220,060 220,060
Budgeting Unit Net Local 70,505 71,915 73,352 73,352
Section 4 Page 216
Animal Control - SPCA
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Total Expenditures 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Dept. Net Local 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Section 5 Page 1
Animal Control - SPCA
3520 ANIMAL CONTROL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Total Expenditures 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Budgeting Unit Net Local 35,745 36,460 37,189 32,726
Section 5 Page 2
Child Development Council
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 50,000 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 50,000 0 0
Dept. Net Local 0 50,000 0 0
Section 5 Page 3
Child Development Council
6303 CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 0 50,000 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 0 50,000 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 0 50,000 0 0
Section 5 Page 4
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Total Expenditures 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Dept. Net Local 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Section 5 Page 5
Cornell Cooperative Extension
2981 COOPERATIVE EXTENSION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Total Expenditures 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Budgeting Unit Net Local 820,946 884,221 836,985 697,627
Section 5 Page 6
History Center in Tompkins County
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Total Expenditures 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Dept. Net Local 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Section 5 Page 7
History Center in Tompkins County
7510 THE HISTORY CENTER
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Total Expenditures 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Budgeting Unit Net Local 137,290 194,536 198,227 46,590
Section 5 Page 8
Human Services Coalition - Community Agencies
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 1,254,210 1,420,888 1,631,215 1,463,491
Other 0 4,800 0 0
Total Expenditures 1,254,210 1,425,688 1,631,215 1,463,491
Revenues
State Aid 11,727 19,219 0 0
Local Revenues 358,506 381,709 398,751 409,143
Total Revenues 370,233 400,928 398,751 409,143
Dept. Net Local 883,977 1,024,760 1,232,464 1,054,348
Section 5 Page 9
Human Services Coalition - Community Agencies
6305 BASIC SUBSISTENCE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 871,908 994,993 1,152,884 1,003,491
Other 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 871,908 994,993 1,152,884 1,003,491
Revenues
Local Revenues 350,260 372,930 389,580 399,733
Total Revenues 350,260 372,930 389,580 399,733
Budgeting Unit Net Local 521,648 622,063 763,304 603,758
6315 OAR CORE SVCS.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 382,302 425,895 478,331 460,000
Other 0 4,800 0 0
Total Expenditures 382,302 430,695 478,331 460,000
Revenues
State Aid 11,727 19,219 0 0
Local Revenues 8,246 8,779 9,171 9,410
Total Revenues 19,973 27,998 9,171 9,410
Budgeting Unit Net Local 362,329 402,697 469,160 450,590
Section 5 Page 10
Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 108,918 111,096 113,318 99,720
Program Expense 346,298 368,224 374,289 329,374
Total Expenditures 455,216 479,320 487,607 429,094
Dept. Net Local 455,216 479,320 487,607 429,094
Section 5 Page 11
Human Services Coalition of Tompkins County
4080 HEALTH PLANNING COUNCIL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 71,596 73,028 74,489 65,550
Total Expenditures 71,596 73,028 74,489 65,550
Budgeting Unit Net Local 71,596 73,028 74,489 65,550
6308 HSC PLANNING & COORD.
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 274,702 295,196 299,800 263,824
Total Expenditures 274,702 295,196 299,800 263,824
Budgeting Unit Net Local 274,702 295,196 299,800 263,824
6311 HSC INFO. & REFERRAL
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 108,918 111,096 113,318 99,720
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 108,918 111,096 113,318 99,720
Budgeting Unit Net Local 108,918 111,096 113,318 99,720
Section 5 Page 12
Ithaca Area Economic Development
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 245,500 250,410 295,418 224,768
Total Expenditures 245,500 250,410 295,418 224,768
Revenues
Local Revenues 205,000 187,808 127,709 0
Total Revenues 205,000 187,808 127,709 0
Dept. Net Local 40,500 62,602 167,709 224,768
Section 5 Page 13
Ithaca Area Economic Development
6420 ITHACA AREA ECON DVLPMNT
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 245,500 250,410 295,418 224,768
Total Expenditures 245,500 250,410 295,418 224,768
Revenues
Local Revenues 205,000 187,808 127,709 0
Total Revenues 205,000 187,808 127,709 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 40,500 62,602 167,709 224,768
Section 5 Page 14
Rural Library Services
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Total Expenditures 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Dept. Net Local 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Section 5 Page 15
Rural Library Services
7410 LIBRARIES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Program Expense 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Total Expenditures 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Budgeting Unit Net Local 186,550 197,349 194,087 190,797
Section 5 Page 16
Soil & Water Conservation District
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Rent 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Dept. Net Local 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Section 5 Page 17
Soil & Water Conservation District
8730 SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Program Expense 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Rent 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Budgeting Unit Net Local 352,131 246,974 381,913 336,083
Section 5 Page 18
Tompkins Community Action
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Dept. Net Local 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Section 5 Page 19
Tompkins Community Action
6307 TOMPKINS COMMUNITY ACTION
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Professional Services 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Program Expense 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Budgeting Unit Net Local 347,325 317,272 296,667 226,439
Section 5 Page 20
Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Contrib to SP Agencies 11,015,160 14,168,255 10,681,181 8,177,443
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 11,015,160 14,168,255 10,681,181 8,177,443
Revenues
Federal Aid 2,219,938 5,435,932 1,674,683 1,699,376
State Aid 6,116,688 6,527,669 6,881,767 4,334,121
Local Revenues 1,565,092 1,414,256 1,164,000 1,164,000
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 9,901,718 13,377,857 9,720,450 7,197,497
Dept. Net Local 1,113,442 790,398 960,731 979,946
Section 5 Page 21
Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit
5630 TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Salary and Wages 0 0 0 0
Overtime 0 0 0 0
Premium Pay 0 0 0 0
Fringe Benefits 0 0 0 0
Other Capital Equip 0 0 0 0
Other Supplies 0 0 0 0
Travel Training 0 0 0 0
Professional Services 0 0 0 0
All Other Contr. Svcs 0 0 0 0
Maintenance 0 0 0 0
Other 0 0 0 0
Contrib to SP Agencies 11,015,16 14,168,255 10,681,181 8,177,443
Other Finance 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures 11,015,16 14,168,255 10,681,181 8,177,443
Revenues
Federal Aid 2,219,938 5,435,932 1,674,683 1,699,376
State Aid 6,116,688 6,527,669 6,881,767 4,334,121
Local Revenues 1,565,092 1,414,256 1,164,000 1,164,000
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 9,901,718 13,377,857 9,720,450 7,197,497
Budgeting Unit Net Local 1,113,442 790,398 960,731 979,946
Section 5 Page 22
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Total Expenditures 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Dept. Net Local 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Section 5 Page 23
Tompkins Cortland Community College
2495 TOMP. CORT. COMM. COLLEGE
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Total Expenditures 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Budgeting Unit Net Local 2,976,233 3,086,233 3,205,045 3,076,216
Section 5 Page 24
Tompkins County Public Library
Consolidated Budget
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Total Expenditures 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Dept. Net Local 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Section 5 Page 25
Tompkins County Public Library
7411 PUBLIC LIBRARY
2018
Actual
2019
Actual
2020
Modified
2021
Adopted
Expenditures
Contrib to SP Agencies 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Total Expenditures 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Revenues
Other Revenues 0 0 0 0
Total Revenues 0 0 0 0
Budgeting Unit Net Local 3,559,359 3,618,751 3,696,126 3,298,191
Section 5 Page 26