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CA Meeting
City Administration Committee
DATE: February 17, 2016
TIME: 6:00 pm
LOCATION: 3rd Floor,
City Hall, Council Chambers
AGENDA ITEMS
Item Voting
Item?
Presenter(s) Time
Allotted
Chair, Deb Mohlenhoff
1.Call To Order *Note: We will review the number of15 Min*
1.1 Agenda Review No cards received at the beginning of each
1.2 Review and Approval of Minutes Yes meeting and adjust time if needed.
Approval of January 2016 Minutes
1.3 Statements from the Public No
1.4 Statements from Employees No
1.5 Council Response No
2.City Administration, Human Resources, and Policy
2.1 PD – Amend Personnel Roster YesJohn Barber, Chief 10 Min
2.2 PBZ&ED - Amend Municipal Code “Public Art YesMegan Wilson, Sr. Planner 10 Min
Commission” – Membership
2.3 Attorney – Use of Parkland for Non- motorized Yes Ari Lavine, City Attorney 10 Min
Watercraft Concessions and Boat Storage Racks Mike Thorne, Superintendent DPW
3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
3.1 City-County Law Enforcement ConsolidationYes Ari Lavine, City Attorney 10 Min
3.2 Finance – Transfer Unused Trust FundYes Debbie Parsons, City Chamberlain 10 Min
3.3 YB – Amend 2016 Budget Yes Liz Vance, YB Director 10 Min
3.4 PBZ&ED – Amend 2016 Budget Yes Megan Wilson, Sr. Planner 10 Min
3.5 PBZ&ED – Amend 2016 Budget Yes Nick Goldsmith, Sustainability Coord.
3.6 PD – Amend 2016 Budget for HomelandYes Steve Thayer, City Controller 10 Min
Security Grant 10 Min
3.7 HR – Amend 2016 Budget for Safety Grant Yes Schelley Michell-Nunn, HR Director 10 Min
3.8 Finance – Appointment of City Chamberlain Yes Steve Thayer, City Controller 10 Min
3.9 Finance – Approval of 2014 Audit – Update No Steve Thayer, City Controller 5 Min
4.Performance Measures No
5.Common Council No
6.Budget Process No
7.Meeting Wrap-up All 5 Min
7.1 Announcements No
7.2 Next Meeting Date: March 16, 2016
7.3 Review Agenda Items for Next Meeting No
7.4 Adjourn Yes
(8:15 p.m.)
Committee Charge: The CA committee will: Review financial and administrative issues pertaining to the City, along with items
relating to the City of Ithaca workforce environment, intergovernmental relations and human resource s.
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2.City Administration, Human Resources, and Policy
.1 Police - Request to Amend Personnel Roster
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Police Department is seeking to add a Professional Standards Lieutenant to
oversee the administrative functions of the department and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission will classify an additional Police Lieutenant Position at their
February 24, 2016, meeting; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of the Police Department be amended as follows:
Add: One (1) Police Lieutenant
and be it further
RESOLVED, That while this additional Police Lieutenant position is filled, the Deputy Police Chief of
professional standards position that is currently vacant shall remain vacant, and be it further
RESOLVED, That the funding for this new position will be derived from the existing authorized Police
Department budget.
2016
Ithaca Police Department
Chief John R. Barber
LIEUTENANT OF PROFESSIONAL
STANDARDS PROPOSAL
CA Item 2.1
“An Equal Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Workforce Diversification”
ITHACA POLICE DEPARTMENT
120 East Clinton Street, P.O. Box 6557 Ithaca, New York 14851 -6557
______________________________________________________________________
JOHN R. BARBER, CHIEF OF POLICE PETER TYLER, DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE
Police Dispatcher: 607/272-3245 Police Administration/Records: 607/272-9973
Lieutenant of Professional Standards
Job Duties and Requirements
Job Duties :
Oversight & Supervision
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will be responsible for the oversight of all Internal Affairs
investigations and will oversee the Records Division, administrative sergeants, and associated civilian
and administrative positions.
Investigations
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will have the authority to utilize any member of the IPD,
and any outside agencies when appropriate, to assist him/her in completing any investigation.
Internal Investigations
o The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will have the authority to investigate any
and all complaints of illegal or improper conduct by a member of the IPD and will
ensure that all internal investigations are complete and are in compliance with any
contractual agreements and state laws that apply.
o Will be responsible for all internal investigations within the IPD and will conduct
these investigations as per all current policies governing such investigations.
External Investigations / Critical Incidents
o Will assist the Lieutenant of Investigations with the following:
Lead desk
Evidence review and lab submissions
Coordination of other agencies
Case preparation for meeting with prosecutor
Search Warrant applications
Witness management
Media relations
Information release for city officials
Personnel allocation and equipment requirements
CA Item 2.1
“An Equal Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Workforce Diversification”
ITHACA POLICE DEPARTMENT
120 East Clinton Street, P.O. Box 6557 Ithaca, New York 14851 -6557
______________________________________________________________________
JOHN R. BARBER, CHIEF OF POLICE PETER TYLER, DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE
Police Dispatcher: 607/272-3245 Police Administration/Records: 607/272-9973
Professional Standards Compliance and Review
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will be responsible for internal compliance with all rules
and regulations by members of the IPD, with fair and equal treatment of all employees across all
shifts.
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will conduct periodic reviews of policy and procedures to
ensure that they meet all current standards and assist with the completion of the Accreditation
Process, and ensure that all staff officers receive updated policies/procedures and properly
communicate any changes to their platoons.
The Lieutenant of professional Standards will coordinate with the IPD training program to make sure
all officers are updated on any changes to the NYS Penal Law, NYS CPL, and any other laws that
apply. Also will ensure regular professional development for all supervisors as relates to conducting
internal affairs investigations.
Audits
Will conduct periodic audits of the department, including but not limited to:
The IPD evidence room will be audited at least once per year to ensure proper evidence
inventory and control.
Case files related to SIU investigations will be audited to ensure proper filing and long-term
storage in order to protect the integrity of the confidential informant program.
Evidence that is kept in the SIU evidence vault will be audited and purged as required by law.
Confidential funds will be audited at least two times per year to ensure all rules and
regulations are being followed, and to verify the accounting of the funds.
Asset seizure funds will be audited yearly as required by law, and to verify the funds are being
spent in compliance with the rules and regulations of the program. The DCPS will also be
responsible for ensuring the annual asset seizure report is completed in a timely fashion.
Other Duties
The Lieutenant of professional Standards will serve as IPD’s liaison to the Community Police Board,
and perform any other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.
CA Item 2.1
Civil Service Law, Section 22: Certification for positions. Before any new
position in the service of a civil division shall be created or any existing
position in such service shall be reclassified, the proposal therefore,
including a statement of the duties of the position, shall be referred to the
municipal commission having jurisdiction and such commission shall
furnish a certificate stating the appropriate civil service title for the
proposed position or the position to be reclassified. Any such new
position shall be created or any such existing position reclassified only
with the title approved and certified by the commission. Effective 1978.
City of Ithaca Civil Service Commission
108 East Green Street - Ithaca, NY 14850
New Position Duties Statement
Department head or other authority requesting the creation of a new position,
prepare a separate description for each new position to be created except that one
description may cover two or more identical positions in the same organizational unit.
Forward one typed copy to this Commission.
1. Department Bureau, Division, Unit or Section Location of Position
Ithaca Police Department Admi nistrative/Professional Standards 120 East Clinton Street
2. Description of Duties: Describe the work in sufficient detail to give a clear word picture of the job. Use a separate paragraph for each kind
of work and describe the more important or time-consuming duties first. In the left column, estimate how the total working time is divided.
Job Title: Lieutenant of Professional Standards
Percent of
Work
Time
Job Duty
Lieutenant of Professional Standards
Job Duties and Requirements
Job Duties :
Oversight & Supervision
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will be responsible for the oversight of all Internal Affairs investigations
and will oversee the Records Division, administrative sergeants, and associated civilian and administrative
positions.
Investigations
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will have the authority to utilize any member of the IPD, and any outside
agencies when appropriate, to assist him/her in completing any investigation.
Internal Investigations
o The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will have the authority to investigate any and all
complaints of illegal or improper conduct by a member of the IPD and will ensure that all
internal investigations are complete and are in compliance with any contractual agreements and
state laws that apply.
o Will be responsible for all internal investigations within the IPD and will conduct these
investigations as per all current policies governing such investigations.
External Investigations / Critical Incidents
o Will assist the Lieutenant of Investigations with the following:
Lead desk
Evidence review and lab submissions
Coordination of other agencies
Case preparation for meeting with prosecutor
Search Warrant applications
Witness management
Media relations
Information release for city officials
Personnel allocation and equipment requirements
Professional Standards Compliance and Review
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will be responsible for internal compliance with all rules an d regulations
by members of the IPD, with fair and equal treatment of all employees across all shifts.
The Lieutenant of Professional Standards will conduct periodic reviews of policy and procedures to ensure that
they meet all current standards and assist with the completion of the Accreditation Process, and ensure that all
staff officers receive updated policies/procedures and properly communicate any changes to their platoons.
The Lieutenant of professional Standards will coordinate with the IPD traini ng program to make sure all officers
are updated on any changes to the NYS Penal Law, NYS CPL, and any other laws that apply. Also will ensure
regular professional development for all supervisors as relates to conducting internal affairs investigations.
Audits
Will conduct periodic audits of the department, including but not limited to:
The IPD evidence room will be audited at least once per year to ensure proper evidence inventory and
control.
Case files related to SIU investigations will be audited to ensure proper filing and long-term storage in
order to protect the integrity of the confidential informant program.
Evidence that is kept in the SIU evidence vault will be audited and purged as required by law.
Confidential funds will be audited at least two times per year to ensure all rules and regulations are being
followed, and to verify the accounting of the funds.
Asset seizure funds will be audited yearly as required by law, and to verify the funds are being spent in
compliance with the rules and regulations of the program. The DCPS will also be responsible for ensuring
the annual asset seizure report is completed in a timely fashion.
Other Duties
The Lieutenant of professional Standards will serve as IPD’s liaison to the Community Police Board, and perform
any other duties as assigned by the Chief of Police.
(Attach additional sheets if more space is needed)
3. Names and Titles of Persons Supervising this position (General, Direct, Administrative, etc.)
Name Title Type of Supervision
John Barber Police Chief General
4. Names and Titles of Persons Supervised by Employee in this position
Name Title Type of Supervision
Various Police Sergeants General
Various Police Officers General and/or indirect
Various Data Entry Specialists Indirect
5. Names and Titles of Persons doing substantially the same kind and level of work as will be done by the incumbent of this new
position
Name Title Location of Position
Various Police Lieutenant IPD
6. What minimum qualifications do you think should be required for this position?
Education: High School Years
College Years, with specialization in
College Years, with specialization in
Experience: (list amount and type)
See job description; prior experience as Police Officer and Police Sergeant
Essential knowledges, skills and abilities:
See job description
Type of license or certificate required: NYS driver license, Class D
7. The above statements are accurate and complete.
Date: 02/04/16 Title: Police Chief Signature: John Barber
Certificate of Civil Service Commission
8. In accordance with the provisions of Civil Service Law Section 22, the City of Ithaca Civil Service Commission certifie s that the
appropriate civil service title for the position described is:
Title: Police Lieutenant
Jurisdictional Classification: Competitive
Date: Signature:
Action by Legislative Body or Other Approving Authority
9. Creation of described position
Approved
Disapproved
Date: Signature:
Return One Completed Copy to Civil Service Commission
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2.City Administration, Human Resources, and Policy
.2 An Ordinance to Amend The Municipal Code Of The City Of Ithaca, Chapter 5, Entitled
“Public Art Commission” To Amend the Commission Membership
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Public Art Commission was established in 1999 to advise the Common
Council on decisions concerning the selection, acquisition, and display of public art, and
WHEREAS, the Public Art Commission was established to consist of seven members, including at least
five city residents and four professionals from the field of design, visual arts, architecture or landscape
architecture, and
WHEREAS, while it is desirable to have members with strong connections to the community, it has
been difficult to maintain a membership with five city residents; now, therefore,
ORDINANCE NO. ____
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca that Chapter 5 of
the Municipal Code of the City of Ithaca be amended as follows:
Section 1. Chapter 5, Section 5-3 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ithaca is hereby amended to read
as follows:
§5-3. Membership.
A. The Commission shall consist of seven members, all of whom shall be voting members,
appointed by the Mayor subject to the approval of the Common Council. Of the seven members,
at least four five shall be residents of the City of Ithaca. At least four members of the
Commission shall be professionals from the field of design, visual arts, architecture or landscape
architecture.
B. Nonvoting members of the Commission shall include a liaison from the Common Council, a
member of the Department of Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development, a
member of the Department of Public Works, and the Directors of the Community Arts
Partnership and the Downtown Ithaca Alliance Ithaca Downtown Partnership (or their
successors). The Mayor may make other nonvoting appointments as deemed necessary and
appropriate.
Section 2. Effective date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance with law upon
publication of notices as provided in the Ithaca City Charter.
TO: City Administration Committee
FROM: Megan Wilson, Senior Planner
DATE: February 3, 2016
RE: Proposed Change to Public Art Commission Membership
The City of Ithaca Public Art Commission (PAC) was established in 1999 to advise the Common
Council on decisions concerning the selection, acquisition, and display of public art. The
Commission’s membership was established to include seven members, five of whom must be
city residents. For well over a year, there have been two vacancies on the Commission. Current
members and staff have worked hard to recruit new members through media releases, social
media, listservs, and word-of-mouth. Several membership applications have been submitted but
nearly all of the applicants are non-city residents. The PAC agrees that it is extremely important
for members to have strong connections to the community but believes these ties can also come
from employment, volunteerism, or other involvement in the city. The PAC is a very active
advisory board, and the ongoing vacancies and resulting lack of quorum have been problematic,
particularly with time-sensitive projects. Therefore, the PAC requests that its membership
requirements be amended to mandate that only four members be city residents.
The proposed amendment to Chapter 5, Public Art Commission, of the City Municipal Code is
attached for your review. In addition to the change requested by the PAC, the proposed
amendment includes some non-substantive changes to update department and organization
names. If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at 274-6560 or
mwilson@cityofithaca.org.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 East Green Street — 3rd Floor Ithaca, New York 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING & ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
JOANN CORNISH, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
PHYLLISA A. DeSARNO, DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community
Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558
CA Item 2.2
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2.City Administration, Human Resources, and Policy
.3 Attorney - Authorization to Use City Parkland for Non-motorized Watercraft Concessions and
Boat Storage Racks
WHEREAS, in Spring 2015, the Mayor requested that the Superintendent of Public Works convene a
working group to explore opportunities to improve public access to water-based activities within the
City; and
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee identified the need for boat storage racks for privately-
owned canoes, kayaks, and standup paddleboards and locations for vendors to operate boat rental
concessions; and
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee evaluated several locations on City-owned
property near existing or proposed boat launch sites, most of which are located within City
parks, and which are depicted and described on the document entitled “Proposed Paddle Craft
Storage/Concession Locations”, which is referenced and incorporated into this resolution as Exhibit A;
and
WHEREAS, the Parks Commission reviewed the proposed locations for concessions and boat storage
facilities within City parks, and supports the Water Recreation Committee recommendations for
locations labeled 1-4 on Exhibit A within the parks; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works also reviewed the proposed locations for concessions and boat
storage facilities, and supports all proposed locations recommended by the Water Recreation
Committee; and
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee proposes the issuance and advertisement of a Request for
Proposals to identify potential vendors interested in operating non-motorized watercraft rental
concessions from all potential concession locations identified in Cass and/or Stewart Parks, namely the
following:
#1 Fall Creek near Cascadilla Boat House – Stewart Park
#2 Cass Park near Treman Boat Ramp
#7 Northeast Stewart Park
#8 Stewart Park by Large Pavilion; and
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee identified a final subset of locations suitable for boat
storage rack installation within the 2016 season, which is comprised of the following:
#1 Fall Creek near Cascadilla Boat House – Stewart Park (with two racks to be installed at this
location)
#2 Cass Park near Treman Boat Ramp
#3 Parking Area across from Fire Training Center (golf course)
#4 Cass Park City Docks; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to City Code Chapter 170 “Use of City Real Property”, any concessionary or
other nontransitory use of City parkland requires a license; and
WHEREAS, Section 170-5(G) vests in the Common Council sole authority to grant approval of any
license to make nontransitory use of City parkland; and
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WHEREAS, City Code Chapter 336 authorizes the Superintendent of Public Works to execute
concession agreements within City parks; now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council finds that the proposed non-motorized watercraft concessions and
boat storage facilities constitute a public recreation-related use of Stewart and Cass Parks, are not
expected to significantly compromise the public’s ability to enjoy the parks as intended, and in fact are
expected to enhance the overall quality of the parks’ appeal and benefit to the public by providing
greater opportunity to experience water recreational activities within the city and its waterways; and be
it further
RESOLVED, that Common Council hereby authorizes the use of the following locations (which are
more fully described in Exhibit A) for non-motorized watercraft rental concessions:
#1 Fall Creek near Cascadilla Boat House – Stewart Park
#2 Cass Park near Treman Boat Ramp
#7 Northeast Stewart Park
#8 Stewart Park by Large Pavilion; and be it further
RESOLVED, that Common Council hereby authorizes the Superintendent of Public Works to advertise,
now and in the future, a Request for Proposals for non-motorized watercraft rental concessions and to
select and license eligible vendors for such concessions at the locations authorized by this resolution;
and be it further
RESOLVED, that as the City has not established a regular, fair-market fee for such seasonal use of its
parkland, Council hereby authorizes the fee for watercraft rental concessionary use of parkland to be set
with a base fee of $1,210.00 plus a percent gross of revenue receipts of no less than 8% for the 2016
season anticipated to run from May 1 through October 31, 2016, and which base fee shall be paid to the
City concurrently with execution of the license and gross revenue at the conclusion of the season; and be
it further
RESOLVED, that base fee, gross revenue percentage, and seasonal dates for subsequent years shall be
established by the Board of Public Works prior to January 31st of each year; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent, upon the advice of the City Attorney, is authorized to issue a
revocable license to each eligible vendor selected for watercraft rental concessions containing the
standard terms and conditions with regard to liability insurance coverage, indemnification of the City,
safety precautions, and other pertinent matters; and be it further
RESOLVED, that Common Council hereby authorizes the use of the following locations (which are
more fully described in Exhibit A) for installation and licensing of watercraft storage racks:
#1 Fall Creek near Cascadilla Boat House – Stewart Park (with two racks to be installed at this
location)
#2 Cass Park near Treman Boat Ramp
#3 Parking Area across from Fire Training Center (golf course)
#4 Cass Park City Docks; and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Public Works, upon the advice of the City Attorney, is
authorized to issue a revocable license for use by each eligible individual licensing space within the City
boat storage racks containing standard terms and conditions with regard to waiver of liability,
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indemnification of the City, abandonment and assignment of property, and other pertinent matters; and
be it further
RESOLVED, that the Superintendent of Public Works may designate authority to issue and administer
individual licenses on a first come, first served basis for use of City owned boat storage racks to the
Ithaca Youth Bureau; and be it further
RESOLVED, that as the City has not previously established a regular, fair-market fee for use of its
property for boat storage racks, Council hereby sets the following fees per boat slot on each rack (and
which shall include and constitute the usual license application fee) of $100 per season for City residents
and $130 for non-City residents per season for the 2016 season running from the date the storage racks
are installed and ready to be used, but not later than June 1, and anticipated to run through not later than
November 30, 2016, which fee shall be paid to the City concurrently with execution of the license; and
be it further
RESOLVED, that the license fee per boat slot on boat racks and seasonal dates for subsequent years
shall be established by the Board of Public Works prior to January 31st of each year.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversification."
M E M O R A N D U M
To: City Administration Committee
From: Office of the City Attorney
Date: February 5, 2016
Subject: Resolution to authorize use of City parkland for non-motorized watercraft
concessions and boat storage racks
________________________________________________________________________
Last spring, the Mayor tasked the Superintendent of Public Works to convene a working group to
explore opportunities to increase public access to water-based activities within the City. The
Water Recreation Committee identified an interest in and need for boat storage racks to be
licensed by individual members of the public for privately-owned canoes, kayaks, and other non-
motorized watercraft; as well as an interest in partnering with vendors to operate non-motorized
boat rental concessions in the parks.
Due to the waterfront locations of Cass and Stewart Parks, the sites identified by the Water
Recreation Committee are located within City parks. Any licensed use of City parkland requires
Common Council approval pursuant to City Code section 170-5(G). The locations and
corresponding uses proposed in the accompanying resolution are supported by unanimous
resolutions of the Parks Commission (as to locations 1 – 4) and Board of Public Works (as to all
proposed locations).
With this memorandum, please find a proposed resolution authorizing these uses of City
parkland. Also included are the following backup materials:
- Document entitled “Proposed Paddle Craft Storage/Concession Locations” and referred
to in the resolution as Exhibit A
- November 10, 2015 Parks Commission minutes including endorsing resolution
- December 14, 2015 Board of Public Works resolution
- Sample Request for Proposals for boat rental concessions, which includes a sample
license agreement, insurance requirements, and waiver
- Sample license agreement for storage racks.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 East Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850-5690
OFFICE OF THE CITY ATTORNEY
Aaron O. Lavine, City Attorney Telephone: 607/274-6504
Robert A. Sarachan, Assistant City Attorney Fax: 607/274-6507
Krin Flaherty, Assistant City Attorney
Jody Andrew, Executive Assistant
CA Item 2.3
PROPOSED PADDLE CRAFT STORAGE/CONCESSION LOCATIONS
Canoe/Kayak/Paddleboard Storage Rack
Canoe/Kayak/Paddleboard Storage Rack & Concession Location
Concession Location
Storage Shed Location
CA Item 2.3
TYPES OF STORAGE/CONCESSION
NYS Parks Standard Storage Rack
(12 boat capacity)
Ownership: City of Ithaca
Approximate Cost: $1250
Rental Rate: $100 per slot per
season.
Other: ?
Locking Storage Shed
Ownership: City of Ithaca
Approximate Cost: $4000
Rental Rate: TBD
Other: ?
Portable Concession
Ownership: City of Ithaca Licenses
Land to Vendor on monthly or
seasonal basis
Approximate Cost: $0
License Fees: TBD
Other: ?
Permanent Concession
Ownership: City of Ithaca Licenses
Building to Vendor on seasonal or
multi-year basis
Approximate Cost: $7,500
License Fees: TBD
Other: ?
CA Item 2.3
STORAGE LOCATIONS
1.Fall Creek near Cascadilla Boat House – 2016
Summary: Location is next to existing
Cascadilla Boat Club floating docks, and will
be adjacent to future Cayuga Lake Blueway
Trail launch location. Also adjacent to
Waterfront Trail.
Timeframe: Two storage racks could be
installed on a semi-permanent basis (trial
run) by May 2016. There are existing docks
that are immediately available for use by
the public.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage racks by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Longer rowing shells could
be stored if 2 racks were placed end to end
(shell would occupy two storage spaces at
double rent). There is interest in a portable
rental concession at this location.
Good location for bike racks.
2.Cass Park near Treman Boat Ramp – 2016
Summary: Location is within Cass Park,
adjacent to existing NYS Parks storage racks
near the Treman boat launch.
Timeframe: Storage rack could be installed
on a semi-permanent basis (trial run) by
May 2016.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Location has proven to be
popular for canoe/kayak storage.
Possible location for portable concession.
CA Item 2.3
3.Parking Area across from Fire Training Center – 2016
Summary: Location is across from Fire
Training Center along the Waterfront Trail.
Parking is available and installation of bike
racks has been suggested. Shoreline is a
little bit rough, but shouldn’t be too
challenging for boaters to launch. Some
shoreline improvement may be required.
Timeframe: Storage rack could be installed
on a semi-permanent basis (trial run) by
May 2016.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Somewhat remote
location may invite vandalism or theft.
Should be installed on a trial basis for 2016
and relocated if there are problems with
the location.
4.Cass Park City Docks – 2016
Summary: Existing boat launch area along
Waterfront Trail at Cass Park.
Timeframe: Storage racks could be
installed on a semi-permanent basis (trial
run) by May 2016. There are existing docks
that are immediately available for use by
the public.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Location is frequently
used, but parking is limited.
Possible concession location?
CA Item 2.3
5.Ithaca Youth Bureau Storage Shed – 2016
Summary: City of Ithaca property (IYB)
near future Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail
launch location. Also near preferred entry
point for wind-based water sports
(windsurfing and kiteboarding).
Timeframe: Storage sheds could be
installed by May 2016.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage shed by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB, or by license
agreement through BPW.
Considerations: Cornell Windsurfing/
Kiteboarding club has expressed an
interest in renting a storage shed near this
location. Storage sheds could be placed
next to existing sheds at IYB.
6.Ithaca Farmers Market Boat Launch – 2016?
Summary: Existing boat launch area along
Waterfront Trail at Ithaca Farmers Market.
Timeframe: Storage racks could be
installed on a semi-permanent basis (trial
run) by May 2016 if permitted by Ithaca
Farmers Market.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Unsure about
operations because location is on land
licensed to IFM.
Considerations: Location is frequently
used. There is only limited area for
installation of storage rack, due to conflicts
with limited parking and picnic tables.
There may also be some conflicts with
existing IFM license agreement.
CA Item 2.3
7.Northeast Stewart Park – 2017
Summary: Large parking area near future
Cayuga Lake Blueway Trail launch location.
Also near preferred entry point for wind-
based water sports (windsurfing and
kiteboarding).
Timeframe: Storage rack could be
installed on a semi-permanent basis (trial
run) by May 2016. Recommend that
installation of storage rack is concurrent
with installation of Blueway Trail launch
location in 2017.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Could be a good location
for rental concession when Blueway Trail
launch location is installed.
8.Stewart Park by Large Pavilion – 2017
Summary: Locations are in parking areas
for the Large Pavilion, adjacent to existing
dock.
Timeframe: Rental concession could start
by May 2016, but may be more attractive if
dock were modified (in 2017?).
Cost and Revenue: Dock modification
allowance of $2000. Revenue from a rental
concession TBD.
Considerations: Existing dock works well
for canoes, but not too well for kayaks.
Dock could be modified (lowered) to better
accommodate kayaks.
CA Item 2.3
9.Former Johnson’s Boat Yard/Golf Course – 2018
Summary: Golf course land currently
licensed to Johnson’s Boatyard. Possible
use or modification of dock(s) for small
boat launch.
Timeframe: Probably 2 - 3 years due to
unknowns associated with closure of
Johnsons.
Installation and Operation: Installation of
storage rack by DPW. Reservation and
payment through IYB.
Considerations: Don’t know what will be
replacing Johnson’s Boatyard. New boat
launch may not be compatible.
CA Item 2.3
CREEKS, BRIDGES, AND PARKS:
Resolution in Support of Boat Storage and Rental Concession Recommendations
By Commissioner Darling: Seconded by Commissioner Greene
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee was formed to improve public access to water-
based activities within the City, and has identified the need for:
boat storage facilities for privately-owned canoes, kayaks, and standup paddleboards;
locking, weatherproof storage for water recreation organizations wishing to store
equipment near the waterfront, and
locations for vendors to operate paddle-powered boat rental concessions, and
WHEREAS, the Water Recreation Committee has evaluated several locations on City-owned
property near existing or proposed boat launch sites, most of which are located within City
parks, and
WHEREAS, the Parks Commission has reviewed the proposed locations for the listed facilities
within City parks, and supports the Water Recreation Committee recommendations, now
therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works supports the recommendations of the Water
Recreation Committee for Boat Storage and Rental Concession locations (map attached), and
be it further
RESOLVED, that the Board of Public Works directs the Superintendent of Public Works to
work with the City Attorney’s office to develop license agreements related to boat storage and
rental concessions to present to Common Council for approval.
Carried Unanimously
CA Item 2.3
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CITY OF ITHACA PARKS COMMISSION
Tuesday, November 10, 2015, Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Avenue, City of Ithaca
MINUTES
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NEW BUSINESS
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WATERFRONT BOAT STORAGE RECOMMENDATION
Michael Thorne, Superintendent of Public Works, presented a recommendation
from the Waterfront Recreation Committee. The key map created by Waterfront
Recreation Committee shows nine possible sites for boat storage racks, concessions,
and a storage shed. The racks would be similar to those used in State parks. Portable
and permanent concessions would be provided by a vendor. Storage locations are
listed. He would like to get the Parks Commission support before consideration by
BPW. Common Council would also have to approve these sites. The Waterfront
Recreation Committee would like to line up several for next season.
Cornell Windsurfing Club would like to have a shed useable by license. A proposed
solution would be to add sheds to the existing area by Ithaca Youth Bureau.
Dan is not comfortable with site #8, by the large pavilion in Stewart Park.
He asks about using more than one rack by the State park racks in the marina abutting
Cass Park.
Cynthia noted that there are different conditions necessary for different water uses.
Ellen asks what is needed from the Parks Commission, and Mike responded that
support for all locations would be ideal. However, only #1-4 are on parkland; sites 5
and 6 are not. Sites 7 and 8 are preliminary and are proposals for some time in the
future.
Dan is concerned about ensuring good publicity to let people know about rental slips.
Jim says there is a process in place that would simply be applied to the storage rack
spaces. Mike noted that there is a company interested in a concession in the park.
On a motion by Dan, seconded by Roberta, the Parks Commission voted unanimously
to support locations 1-4 of the Waterfront Recreation Committee’s recommendation.
CA Item 2.3
CITY OF ITHACA
BOAT RACK STORAGE LICENSE AGREEMENT
APPLICANT’S NAME (“LICENSEE”):
STREET ADDRESS:
CITY/TOWN: STATE: ZIP:
HOME PHONE #: CELL PHONE #:
EMAIL:
BOAT TYPE: (Circle one) BOAT MODEL: (Circle one)
Metal Wood Plastic Fiberglass Canoe Dinghy Kayak Sunfish
BOAT COLOR: BOAT MANUFACTURER:
Rack License is available from May 1st through October 31st for 2016.
License rates are: $100 per season for City residents, and or $130 per season for non-City residents. Proof of residency
required through verified resident account with the Ithaca Youth Bureau. Set up account today at
https://register.communitypass.net/IthacaYouthBureau.
Payment may be made by check (made payable to the City of Ithaca), credit card, or cash. Returned checks will result in
cancellation of permit and any boats not immediately removed by the owner shall be deemed abandoned and delivered to
the Police Department for disposition as abandoned property.
Form must be completed and returned with payment to the IYB by mail, fax (607-273-2817) or in person. The IYB is
located at 1 James L Gibbs Drive, Ithaca NY, 14850. You may call the IYB with questions at 607-273-8364.
Terms and Conditions
1.The City of Ithaca reserves the right to assign or re-assign slips in order to efficiently utilize all available slips.
2.In the event you transfer ownership of your boat during your license term, you must notify the City. Any other
assignment, subletting or transferring of the slip license by the licensee is prohibited.
3.All boats must be removed from the rack by October 31st. In the event Licensee fails to remove the boat by this
date, the boat shall be deemed abandoned and delivered to the Police Department for disposition as abandoned
property.
4.All applicable rules and regulations will be observed. When rules and regulations relating to public safety have
been violated, the City reserves the right to reject any application for a slip, and to terminate any license without
prior notice or refund.
5.The Licensee assumes all risks related to this license and shall be solely responsible and answerable for any
damages related to any accident or injuries to person or property, and hereby covenants and agrees to indemnify
and keep harmless the City of Ithaca, its officers and employees from any and all claims, suits, losses, damage or
injury to person or property of whatsoever kind or nature, whether direct or indirect, arising out of the operation
of this License, or the carelessness, negligence or improper conduct of the Licensee or any servant, agent, or
employee thereof.
6.The City shall not be responsible for property damage or personal injury to the Licensee.
7.No refunds shall be issued for any reason.
8.Licensee is responsible for providing lock and cable to fasten to rack-mounted eyehook.
______________________________________________________
Signature of Licensee Date
VISA/ MC/ Discover/ Amer Exp (circle) Account #:_____-_____-_____-_____ Security Code:_____ Exp.Date___ /___
Carholders Name as appears on card (Print):___________________ Authorized Signature:__________________
OFFICE USE ONLY
RACK LOCATION ASSIGNED:
#1 Stewart Park near Boathouse #2 Cass Park next to Treman Ramp
#3 Golf Course near fire training center #4 Cass Park next to docks
RACK NUMBER ASSIGNED: RACK LICENSE NUMBER:
RACK LICENSE SEASON FEE: $100/$130
DATE: CITY RESIDENT: YES/NO CASH/CREDIT/CHECK#: AMOUNT:
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.1 City-County Law Enforcement Consolidation
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County have long worked together as part of an ongoing
effort to reduce redundancies, increase efficiency, and alleviate the tax burden on their residents, and
WHEREAS, the protection of life and property is one of the most vital, and most costly, functions of
government at all levels, and
WHEREAS, that public function is fulfilled in Tompkins County through a number of police agencies,
the largest of which are the Ithaca Police Department and the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County have allocated $16,780,212 in their respective
2015 budgets, representing 25% of the combined property tax levies of the City and County, to support
their respective police agencies, and
WHEREAS, since the 1950’s, cities and counties across the country have successfully consolidated
municipal and county police services as a way to decrease costs and improve the quality of the services
offered to residents, and
WHEREAS, the implementation of police services on a county-wide level allows for a more seamless
distribution of police services unrestricted by municipal boundaries and that more accurately reflect the
needs of city and county residents alike, and
WHEREAS, cities and counties throughout New York State have recognized the opportunity for
improved quality and efficiency that may be afforded by consolidating police services and have, as a
result, begun the process by investing in a comprehensive analysis of the feasibility of consolidating or
sharing police services, and
WHEREAS, in 2004, the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County achieved efficiency and cost savings
through the consolidation of emergency dispatch services, and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County currently operate under a Mutual Aid Agreement
with respect to the City of Ithaca’s Special Weapons and Tactical unit, and
WHEREAS, as a result of years of cooperation and previous successful consolidation efforts, the City of
Ithaca and Tompkins County are especially well positioned to achieve efficiencies through the
consolidation of further shared services between the City of Ithaca Police Department and the Tompkins
County Sheriff’s Office, and
WHEREAS, New York State has encouraged communities to identify and implement consolidation and
shared service opportunities and has established various grant funds, including a $150 million onetime
allocation for the Governor’s Municipal Restructuring Fund, to support such efforts, and
WHEREAS, by resolution of November 4, 2015, the Common Council unanimously endorsed a joint
effort to secure State grant funding and/or other aid that will, in turn, fund a detailed analysis of the
feasibility and opportunities for consolidation via a countywide police agency, or further sharing of
police services between the City of Ithaca and Tompkins County; and
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WHEREAS, by that same resolution the Common Council instructed the Mayor to jointly propose for
approval by both legislative bodies an application (the first stage of which is termed a “Project Charter”
by the Department of State) for grant funding in support of such a study and associated eligible costs;
now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby approves for submission to the Department of State a
Project Charter substantially similar to that included herewith, including with such amendments as may
hereafter be agreed upon by the Mayor and the City Attorney in discussions with County and State
officials and personnel, together with necessary and appropriate supporting documentation.
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.2 Finance – Transfer Unused Trust Fund
WHEREAS, over time the City has accumulated various funds from donations to the City or transfer
from other City accounts that have been placed in the City’s Trust Fund, and
WHEREAS, transferring these funds to the City’s Operating account would facilitate the use of the
funds in an appropriate way, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby authorizes the transfer of the following funds plus any
additional accrued interest to the City’s Operating Fund:
Sale of Unclaimed Property- $ 2,132.27
Commons Cultural Tourism- 11.37
FICA Overpayment- 22.18
Dewitt Park Improvement Fund 2,892.90
Conference on College and Community- 764.69
IPAC Escrow- 1,576.82
Rick Gray Memorial- 585.00
Stewart Park Carousel Fund- 1,240.10
Rt. 13 Ithaca Plaza Light- 2,261.56
Northside Neighborhood Cleanup- 250.00
Stewart Park Landscaping and Maintenance- 17,809.52
Wood Street Benches- 2,290.00
Dog Park- 100.00
MLK Freedom Walk- 50.00
Circle Greenway- 32.56
Centennial Art Program- 3,858.41
and be it further
RESOLVED, That the City Chamberlain work with the City Controller to determine the appropriate
revenue accounts in the City Operating Fund.
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.3 Youth Bureau – Request to Amend 2016 Budget
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Youth Bureau has requested to amend the 2016 budget in order to meet
unexpected needs in the Big Brothers Big Sister Program and new requirements at the National level,
WHEREAS, part-time seasonal assistance is needed to run the weekly program for children on the
waitlist, recruit volunteer mentors and run special events,
WHEREAS, BBBS has received a donation that we would like to transfer from the ECHO Fund,
WHEREAS, this amendment requires no additional funds from the City, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council hereby amends the 2016 Youth Bureau Budget as follows:
Increase expenses:
A7310-5120-1206 $3,480
A7310-9030 $266
A7310-9040
Hourly Part-time Seasonal
FICA/Medicare
Workers’ Comp. $304
Increase revenues:
A7310-2070-1206 One-to One BBBS Donations $4,050
“An Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversification.”
Ithaca Youth Bureau
1 James L. Gibbs Drive
Ithaca, New York 14850
Phone: (607) 273-8364
Fax: (607) 273-2817
“Building a foundation for a lifetime.”
TO: City Administration Committee
FROM: Liz Vance, Director
Suki Tabor, Deputy Director
RE: Amendment Youth Bureau 2016 Budget
DATE: February 1, 2016
We are requesting permission to amend the 2016 Youth Bureau budget in order to meet
unexpected needs in the Big Brother Big Sister Program and new requirements at the National
level. Part-time seasonal assistance is needed to run the weekly program for children on the
waitlist, recruit volunteer mentors and run special events.
BBBS has received a donation that we would like to transfer from the ECHO fund. We would
like to make the following amendments to the 2016 Youth Bureau budget:
Increase expenses:
Account # A 7310-5120-1206 Hourly Part-time Seasonal $3,480
Fringe Benefits $ 570
Total $ 4,050
Increase revenues
Account # A7310-2070-1206 One-to One BBBS Donations $4,050
This request does not require any additional funds from the City.
Thank you.
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.4 Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development – Request to Amend the 2016
Department Budget
WHEREAS, the City’s Public Art Commission was awarded a grant to complete a third round of
electrical box murals in 2016, and
WHEREAS, the grant funds will be used for artist stipends and supplies; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council hereby accepts funding from the Community Arts Partnership’s
Grants for Arts Program in the amount of $2,100 and amends the 2016 Department of Planning,
Building, Zoning, & Economic Development authorized budget as follows:
Increase Revenue Account:
A8020-3989 Planning State Aid Home & Community $2,100
Increase Appropriations Account:
A8020-5435 Planning Contracts $2,100
TO: City Administration Committee
FROM: Megan Wilson, Senior Planner
DATE: February 3, 2016
RE: Acceptance of Public Art Grant
The City’s Public Art Commission was recently awarded a grant through the Community Arts
Partnership to complete a third round of electrical box murals this year. The grant funding will be
used to pay stipends to each of the artists and to purchase primer and other supplies for the
project. Acceptance of the grant does not require a match or other financial commitment from the
City.
A call for art will be issued this spring to select artists for the project, and it is anticipated that the
murals will be installed over the summer. If you have any questions about the grant or the
upcoming mural project, please contact me at mwilson@cityofithaca.org.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 East Green Street — 3rd Floor Ithaca, New York 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
JOANN CORNISH, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
PHYLLISA A. DeSARNO, DEPUTY DIRECTOR FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558
CA Item 3.4
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.5 Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development – Request to Amend the 2016
Department Budget
WHEREAS, The City has made numerous commitments related to energy, climate and sustainability,
including joining initiatives such as: the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement; Climate Smart
Communities; and the Compact of Mayors, and adopting City documents such as: the Local Action
Plan, the Energy Action Plan, and the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, and
WHEREAS, To help the City meet these sustainability commitments, a part-time Sustainability
Coordinator position was initiated at the City in April 2014, and the 40-hour-per-week position is shared
equally with the Town of Ithaca, and
WHEREAS, the shared position salary and related expenses are currently paid for by funding from: the
Park Foundation; The City of Ithaca (“City”); and the Town of Ithaca (“Town”), and
WHEREAS, in the proposal for the Park Foundation grant that is currently providing funding, it was
written:
“The funding requested will be bridge funding which will allow the two jurisdictions to
transition from an external sustainability funding model to an internal funding model. The end
result will be that sustainability planning and implementation efforts will be long-term, internally
funded, and integrated into municipal operations,” and
WHEREAS, Total salary and expenses in 2016 are projected to be $96,598, and
WHEREAS, A grant proposal was submitted by the Town to Park Foundation in January 2016, to
partially fund salary and expenses for the period April 1, 2016, to March 31, 2017, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca has allocated sufficient funds in its 2016 budget to cover its share of
salary and expenses, regardless of the level of funding awarded by the Park Foundation, and
WHEREAS, the City has allocated $20,000 in its 2016 budget towards salary and expenses, and
WHEREAS, If Park Foundation awards the full amount requested, the City will need to provide a
$17,093 total cash contribution to fully fund salary and expenses, and
WHEREAS, if Park Foundation makes no award, the City will need to provide a $34,993 total cash
contribution to fully fund salary and expenses, now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that the 2016 budget of the Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development
Department shall be amended to add an amount not to exceed $14,993, so that salary and expenses are
fully funded, regardless of the level of funding awarded by the Park Foundation and be it further
RESOLVED, that said budget amendment will be made using funds from the unrestricted contingency
account A1990.
Corrected version 02-11-16
To: City Administration Committee
From: Nick Goldsmith, Sustainability Coordinator
Date: February 8, 2016
RE: Resolution to amend the 2016 Budget for the Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic
Development Department
The purpose of this memo is to give additional information about the resolution with regards to
sustainability funding being brought to the City Administration Committee on February 17,
2016.
The city has made numerous commitments related to energy, climate and sustainability:
2006 - Signed the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement, which committed the
city to meet or exceed Kyoto Protocol targets for reducing global warming pollution
2006 - Adopted the Local Action Plan, which set the goal of reducing GHG emissions
from government operations 20% by the year 2016
2009 - Joined the NYS DEC Climate Smart Communities initiative, which calls for
decreasing energy demand, encouraging renewable energy, practicing climate-smart land-
use planning, supporting a green economy, and educating the public, among other
strategies
2013 - Adopted the City of Ithaca Energy Action Plan 2012-2016, which set the goal of
reducing GHG emissions in the community 80% by the year 2050
2015 – Adopted the new Comprehensive Plan, where one priority recommendation in
the Sustainability chapter is to “establish a permanent City sustainability staff position(s)”
2015 – Joined the Compact of Mayors, a global coalition of mayors and city officials
pledging to reduce local greenhouse gas emissions, enhance resilience to climate change,
and track their progress transparently
To help the City meet these sustainability commitments, a part-time Sustainability Coordinator
position was initiated at the City on April 1, 2014. The 40-hour-per-week position is shared
equally with the Town of Ithaca, who is the employer.
The shared position salary and related expenses are currently paid for by funding from: the
Park Foundation; The City of Ithaca (“City”); and the Town of Ithaca (“Town”). The Park
Foundation awarded the Municipalities $100,000 for the two-year period of April 1, 2014 to
CITY OF ITHACA
108 E. Green St. — Third Floor Ithaca, NY 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
JOANN CORNISH, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
PHYLLISA DESARNO, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
CA Item 3.5
"An Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversification." 2
March 31, 2016 to cover salary and expenses, under grant number 13-527. The City and the
Town share the remaining salary and expenses through cash and in-kind contributions.
In the proposal for grant 13-527, it was written,
“The funding requested will be bridge funding which will allow the two jurisdictions to
transition from an external sustainability funding model to an internal funding model.
The end result will be that sustainability planning and implementation efforts will be long-term,
internally funded, and integrated into municipal operations.” (Emphasis added.)
Total salary and expenses in 2016 are projected to be $96,598.
A grant proposal was submitted by the Town to Park Foundation in January 2016, to partially
fund salary and expenses for the period April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017. The amount of $47,732
was requested, which would cover 50% of salary and expenses. The City and the Town would
share the remaining expenses through cash and in-kind contributions. Park Foundation award
announcements are expected in March 2016.
The Town of Ithaca has allocated sufficient funds in its 2016 budget to cover its share of salary
and expenses, regardless of the level of funding awarded by the Park Foundation.
The City has allocated $20,000 in its 2016 budget towards salary and expenses.
If Park Foundation awards the full amount requested, the City will need to provide a $17,093
total cash contribution to fully fund salary and expenses.
If Park Foundation makes no award, the City will need to provide a $34,993 total cash
contribution to fully fund salary and expenses.
We ask that the 2016 budget of the Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development
Department be amended to add an amount not to exceed $14,993, so that salary and expenses
are fully funded, regardless of the level of funding awarded by the Park Foundation.
Said budget amendment will be made using funds from the unrestricted contingency account
A1990.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions at ngoldsmith@cityofithaca.org or on my cell
at 917-270-1683.
CA Item 3.5
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.6 Police – Request to Amend Authorized Budget for a Security and Emergency Services Grant
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Police Department applied for and received a New York State Division of
Homeland Security and Emergency Services Grant in the amount of $100,000, and
WHEREAS, the grant will run until August 31, 2018, and provide the department with the following
equipment and resources:
Night vision helmets, spotting scopes, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus, portable mass
notification system, personal protection equipment, throw phone and training
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amend the 2016 authorized Police Department budget to
account for the $100,000 New York State Homeland Security and Emergency Services Grant as follows:
Increase Revenue Account:
A3120-4320 Police Federal Aid $100,000
Increase Appropriations Accounts:
A3120-5125-5001 Police Overtime $ 16,000
A3120-5225-5022 Police Equipment 82,000
A3120-5440-5022 Police Staff Development 2,000
$100,000
CA Item 3.6
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.7 HR – Request to Amend Authorized Budget for a Safety Grant
WHEREAS, the City applied for and received an Occupational Safety and Health Training and
Education Program Grant from the new York State Department of Labor in the amount of $12,287, and
WHEREAS, the grant will run until July 31, 2016, and provide the City staff with various safety
training, including, but not limited to: confined space, trenching, excavation, lockout/tagout, hazard
communications and work zone safety; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amends the 2016 Authorized Human Resources Budget to
account for the $12,787 Safety and Health Training and Education Program Grant from New York State
as follows:
Increase Revenue Account:
A1430-3489 NYS Aid Health $12,787
Increase Appropriations Account:
A1430-5435 Human Resources Contracts $12,787
CA Item 3.7
CA Item 3.7
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3.Finance, Budget, and Appropriations
.8 Finance - Appointment of City Chamberlain
RESOLVED, That the Fiscal Manager in the Chamberlain’s Office, Deborah Whitney, be and hereby is
appointed to the position of City Chamberlain effective March 28, 2016, at an annual salary of $75,112.
CA Item 3.8