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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-CC-2016-04-06COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF ITHACA, NEW YORK Regular Meeting 6:00 p.m. April 6, 2016 PRESENT: Mayor Myrick Alderpersons (10) Brock, McGonigal, Murtagh, Nguyen, Gearhart Fleming, Smith, Kerslick, Martell, Mohlenhoff OTHERS PRESENT: City Clerk – Conley Holcomb City Attorney – Lavine City Controller – Thayer Director of Planning – Cornish Human Resources Director – Michell-Nunn Bridge Engineer - Gebre PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Myrick led all present in the Pledge of Allegiance to the American Flag. ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA: There were no additions/deletions to the agenda: PROCLAMATIONS/AWARDS: 3.1 Presentation of Quarterly Employee Recognition Award: Mayor Myrick presented the Quarterly Employee Recognition Award to Information Management Specialist Sarah Myers. Ms. Myers was nominated by Alderperson George McGonigal who praised her work as part of a solid foundation that allows many others to do positive things for the City of Ithaca. He noted that her work is consistently thorough, on-time, and of excellent quality and that interacting with her is always a positive experience. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS BEFORE COUNCIL: 5.1 Presentation by Catholic Charities on Plans to be a Refugee Resettlement Agency: Laurie Konwinski, Deputy Director and Susan Chafee, Director of the Immigrant Services Program of Catholic Charities presented the following information to Common Council:  Pope Francis has called upon Catholic organizations to participate in the refugee resettlement efforts.  200 immigrants are served locally each year. Services include legal, financial, medical, emergency services, English as a second language classes, etc.  400 people have obtained United States citizenship through the services provided by Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga Counties.  Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga Counties is applying to become a resettlement agency and are collecting letters of support from community partners for their application.  If successful, they will look to house families vs. individuals. They would like to be able to place 50 people (12 families) who do not have serious medical needs. People would be coming from countries such as Syria, Congo, Bhutan, Burma, etc. Alderperson Brock thanked the presenters for their efforts. Alderperson Nguyen noted that he is a child of refugees and agencies like Catholic Charities were invaluable to his family. Alderperson Murtagh questioned how residents could get involved with the effort. Ms. Konwinski responded that they should e-mail Catholic Charities as there are many opportunities for people to get involved. Mayor Myrick offered his sincere thanks to Catholic Charities for their efforts, noting that this is one of those “gut check” moments that defines who you are and what you believe. April 6, 2016 2 PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL: The following people addressed Common Council: Marc Messing, Town of Ithaca, noted that this is the first spring since Common Council has allowed the Cascadilla Boat Club to row without additional safety requirements such as mandatory life jackets. He stated that he applied to the Cascadilla Boat Club as a Master Rower but was denied membership, which he believes is a violation of their use lease with the City of Ithaca. Andrew Zepp, City of Ithaca, addressed Common Council regarding property acquisition opportunities in the Six Mile Creek Watershed. He noted that he has worked with City staff in the past to strategize property protections for potential threats to the City’s watershed and the Finger Lakes Land Trust is proposing the acquisition of the Petkov property. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR – COMMON COUNCIL AND THE MAYOR: Alderperson Brock thanked both of the speakers. She voiced her appreciation to Mr. Messing for his advocacy of safe boating practices and noted that she is curious about the membership eligibility issue and would like to learn more about it. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: 8.1 Mahogany Grill Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works office has received a request to allow the Mahogany Grill restaurant to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at the Mahogany Grill Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for the Mahogany Grill Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.2 Ithaca Ale House Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Ithaca Ale House has requested permission to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and April 6, 2016 3 WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at the Ithaca Ale House, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for the Ithaca Ale House that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.3 Kilpatrick’s Restaurant - Alcohol Permit Request – Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works office has received a request to allow Kilpatrick’s restaurant to utilize certain areas along North Tioga Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Kilpatrick’s restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Kilpatrick’s restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.4 Sahara Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Sahara Restaurant has requested permission to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at the Sahara Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and April 6, 2016 4 WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for the Sahara Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.5 Taste of Thai Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works office has received a request to allow the Taste of Thai Restaurant to utilize certain areas along the Primary Commons for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at the Taste of Thai Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for the Taste of Thai Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.6 Le Café Cent-Dix Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works office has received a request to allow Le Café Cent-Dix to utilize certain areas along North Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Le Café Cent-Dix, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it April 6, 2016 5 RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Le Café Cent-Dix that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously 8.7 Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works office has received a request to allow Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant to utilize certain areas along North Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2016, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. Carried Unanimously CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE: 9.1 Finance - Approval of 2014 City Single Audit – Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick RESOLVED, That the Independent Auditor’s Report for the period January 1, 2014, through December 31, 2014, prepared by the accounting firm of Insero & Company, formerly Ciaschi, Dietershagen, Little, Mickelson & Company, LLP, be accepted to comply with all the City’s applicable Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 34 and other related audit and single-audit requirements. Wayne Schon, Insero & Co. CPAs, LLP, reviewed the following non-compliance comments identified during the 2014 Audit:  Late filing of Single Audit Report  Capital Project Accounting  Fixed Asset Accounting  Physical Inventory of Capital Assets  Purchasing Policy  Held Checks A question and answer period followed regarding capital assets, debt limits: water and sewer exemptions, short-term vs. long-term debt, health insurance investment/pay- back, solid waste operations, and the plan moving forward to address the auditor’s comments. City Controller Thayer stated that some of the comments can be addressed by the end of 2016; however, others such as the physical inventory may take longer to complete. April 6, 2016 6 A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows: Carried Unanimously 9.2 City Controller’s Report City Controller Thayer reported on the following:  2015 Audit & activity  Affordable Care Act reporting  Union contract negotiations  Filling of vacant positions in his department NYS Budget adoption – one of the Governor’s representatives will be making a presentation on the proposed budget on April 7, 2016 at City Hall. - AIM payment will remain the same – the payment hasn’t changed since 2009 and has only increased by $150,000 since 1989 - CHIP payments are proposed at $430,000 - There will be a funding source for NYS Infrastructure improvements (bridges & paving) - Efficiency competition has $20 million for awards - Water infrastructure improvement funding - Increase of minimum wage to $15 – phased approach – $9.70 by end of 2016 – add .70 per year until it is $12.50 by 2020 & then up to $15. - Binding arbitrations 2016 Activity  Sales tax is running below budgeted figures  $228,000 in overtime has been spent to date  $285,000 in Building permit revenue has been collected to date Alderperson Murtagh questioned whether NYCOM was pressuring New York State for increases to AIM payments. Mayor Myrick responded that they are however, the Governor and the Senate do not support increases. They are focusing on municipal consolidations instead. The Assembly is supportive of an increase. Alderperson Murtagh noted that he would support passing a Resolution in support of increases. City Administration Committee Report: Alderperson Mohlenhoff welcomed the Girl Scout troop that was in the audience earlier. Budget dates: The October dates have been set; however, there was not a consensus on the November dates so those discussions are ongoing. She stated that a Special meeting in advance of the budget discussions may be planned for September 28, 2016 to discuss parking and the proposed capital project budget. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: 10.1 Brindley Street Bridge Replacement – Lead Agency Resolution By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Brock WHEREAS, the existing Brindley Street Bridge (“the Bridge”) is a single span, single- lane multiple steel girder bridge carrying Brindley Street over the Cayuga Inlet; and WHEREAS, Brindley Street Bridge Replacement Project (“the Project”) involves the replacement of the Brindley Street Bridge with a two lane structure with additional accommodations for bicyclists and pedestrians including necessary approach and intersection improvement; and WHEREAS, two possible alternatives for the replacement of this bridge are being considered: Bridge Alternative 1, which includes replacement of the bridge in its existing alignment and Bridge Alternative 2, which would include the construction of new roadway and bridge on a relocated horizontal alignment that would connect Taber Street with the West State/Martin Luther King, Jr. Street/Taughannock Boulevard intersection; and WHEREAS, the alternatives for reconstruction of the Brindley Street Bridge were presented to the City Planning and Development Board on September 23, 2014; and April 6, 2016 7 WHEREAS, the Planning and Development Board prepared a memo in support of Bridge Alternative 2, which would realign the bridge with Taughannock Boulevard, stating that this would improve a problematic intersection; and WHEREAS, the alternatives for reconstruction of the Brindley Street Bridge were presented to the City Board of Public Works on September 22, 2014; and WHEREAS, on October 6, 2014, the Board of Public Works voted on a resolution in support of Bridge Alternative 2, which would realign the bridge with Taughannock Boulevard; and WHEREAS, on February 8, 2016, the Board of Public Works voted on a resolution that declared the Board’s intent to act as a lead agency for environmental review of the project focused on Alternative 2; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby accepts the recommendation of both the Board of Public Works and Planning and Development Board to proceed with developing a detail design for Brindley Street Bridge Alternative 2; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby concurs with Board of Public Works on its intention to act as a lead agency for the environmental review of the project focused on Alternative 2; and, be it further RESOLVED, That, contingent upon environmental review outcome, the Common Council hereby authorizes the Superintendent of Public Works to proceed with the design of Brindley Street Bridge replacement on a relocated horizontal alignment and new roadway construction (Bridge Alternative 2). Carried Unanimously 10.2 Six-Mile Creek Watershed Conservation Easement – Resolution By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson Smith WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has received an application from the Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) to support the acquisition of approximately 125 acres of land within the Six Mile Creek Watershed located at 471 Midline Road in the Town of Dryden (“the Petkov Property”); and WHEREAS, the application meets the four criteria established in the Common Council Resolution “City Watershed Conservation Easements Processes” passed on March 4, 2015; and WHEREAS, the Superintendent of Public Works and Assistant Superintendent of Public Works—Water and Sewer have reviewed the application and believe that the property is of high value for protection of the watershed; and WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works passed a February 22, 2016 resolution supporting the provision of $40,000 toward acquisition of the Petkov Property by the FLLT; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Common Council authorizes the Mayor, on advice of the City Attorney, to enter into a funding agreement with the FLLT by which the City provides $25,000 to the FLLT and the FLLT contractually commits to the preservation in perpetuity of the Petkov Property, thus protecting the water quality of the watershed flowing into the City’s water filtration plant; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the Common Council authorizes funding in support of the same to be drawn from the Water Fund, Watershed Accounts; F8321-5700 $20,000 (2015) and F8321-5435 $5,000 (2016). Alderperson Murtagh explained that the Board of Public Works authorized $40,000 but Planning Committee decided that $25,000 would be sufficient for this property. April 6, 2016 8 Alderperson McGonigal questioned what would be done with the land. Mr. Zepp explained that the area would be maintained as a meadow which would be mowed every 2-3 years. Public easements / trails would be continued, and wildlife would be maintained. He noted that the City has provided funding for watershed protections/conservation easements for over 13 years and explained the importance of having the City and County involved as it sends a strong message about how important land conservation is. Alderperson Brock explained how watershed maintenance results in better water quality and less treatment costs for those who use it. City Attorney Lavine noted that the funds being spent on watershed protections come from a Water Account. Alderperson Murtagh added that the City will be contributing $20,000 annually toward these protections. Alderperson Martell distributed a list from the Natural Areas Committee that identifies priority parcels for watershed protection. A vote on the Resolution resulted as follows: Carried Unanimously 10.3 An Ordinance to Amend the City of Ithaca Municipal Code, Chapter 325, Entitled “Zoning,” Article IV, Section 325-12, in Order to Amend the Approval Process for the Planned Unit Development (PUD) By Alderperson Murtagh: Seconded by Alderperson ORDINANCE NO. 2016-____ BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca that Chapter 325, Article IV, Section 325-12G.(12) be amended as follows: Section 1. Chapter 325 (“Zoning”), Article IV, section 325-12G.(12) is hereby amended to change the approval process for a Planned Unit Development Zone to allow the Common Council to approve a PUD for a multi phased project based on the final site plan approval of the first phase of the project and preliminary site plan approval of subsequent phases of the project, and shall read as follows: §325-12. G.(12) “Common Council consideration of the PUD. When and if the Planning and Development Board has completed its environmental review of the project to the extent required under SEQRA and CEQRO and has issued a contingent site plan approval or in the case of a multi-phase project has issued a preliminary contingent site plan approval of multiple phases along with a final contingent site plan approval of at least one phase, the project will return to the Common Council for final consideration of the adoption of the PUD, which at Council’s discretion may be authorized for one or all phases of a multi-phase project. Final Council approval, if any, shall be granted via ordinance.” Section 2. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, then that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. Section 3. Effective date. This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance with law upon publication of notices as provided in the Ithaca City Charter. Carried Unanimously April 6, 2016 9 NEW BUSINESS: 12.1 Possible Motion to Enter Into Executive Session to Discuss Contract Negotiations - Resolution By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Fleming RESOLVED, That Common Council enter Into Executive Session to discuss contract negotiations. Carried Unanimously RECONVENE: Common Council reconvened with no action taken. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS: 14.1 Appointments to City of Ithaca Local Board of Assessment Review - Resolution By Alderperson Mohlenhoff: Seconded by Alderperson Smith RESOLVED, That Marjorie Olds, Linda Santos, and William Goldsmith be appointed to the Local Advisory Board of Assessment Review for the City of Ithaca for 2016, and, be it further Appointment to the Program Oversight Committee (POC) for the Community Housing Development Fund RESOLVED, That Ducson Nguyen be appointed to the Program Oversight Committee for the Community Housing Development Fund; and, be it further RESOLVED, That J.R. Clairborne’s appointment be modified to an alternate member to the Program Oversight Committee for the Community Housing Development Fund, and, be it further Appointment to Planning and Development Board – Resolution RESOLVED, That Matthew F. Johnston be appointed to the Planning and Development Board to replace C.J. Randall with a term to expire December 31, 2018, and, be it further Appointment to Shade Tree Advisory Committee – Resolution RESOLVED, That Beverly Brink Hillman be appointed to the Shade Tree Advisory Committee to fill a vacancy with a term to expire December 31, 2018. Carried Unanimously REPORTS OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISONS: Southside Community Center (SSCC) Alderperson Smith reported that discussions have been held between the Board members from GIAC and the Southside Community Center regarding the challenges that the SSCC is facing. The next meeting will be held on April11, 2016. Board of Public Works Alderperson Fleming reported that the Bicycle Boulevard discussions are on-going as there may not be enough funding to complete the project this year. A presentation was made on the Water Plant. The new plant is functional and is serving residents within the gravity zone. The old plant has been demolished. A holding tank needs to be replaced. There is $900,000 left in contingency but project estimates are near $1.2 million. Assistant Superintendent of Water & Sewer Whitney made a presentation on local water quality. The issues being identified in the school district are related to pipes within the buildings, not in the City water system Applications are being accepted for the new Sidewalk Program Manager The Engineering Division has intervened to address safety concerns near construction sites in construction zones. April 6, 2016 10 Parking Director Nagy gave a presentation on the challenges people are experiencing with the new parking equipment. He stated that people in the 55+ age demographic have complained about that the new pay stations are spaced too far away from parking spaces and are difficult/confusing to use. He is working on a system that will include scratch-off hang-tags that people could purchase and hang from their rear view mirrors. These tags should be available in June. Superintendent of Public Works Thorne reported that boat racks in Stewart and Cass Parks will be installed in April. City Attorney Lavine noted that concessionaires have already expressed interest in doing business in the parks. Tompkins County Council of Governments Alderperson Fleming reported that TCCOG discussed the following issues at the last meeting: consolidated youth services; transit routes are being decreased due to a lack of drivers and mechanics; broadband service to rural communities; and inter-municipal cooperation. Conservation Advisory Council Alderperson McGonigal stated that the CAC would like to make a presentation at the April Common Council meeting. West End Community Meeting Alderperson Brock stated that there would be a community meeting for the West End businesses and residents on Thursday, April 10, 2016, at 10:00 am at Alternatives Federal Credit Union regarding recent arrests made in the area. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY: Motion to Enter into Executive Session to Discuss Pending Litigation By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Mohlenhoff RESOLVED, That Common Council enter into Executive Session to discuss pending litigation. Carried Unanimously RECONVENE: Common Council reconvened with no formal action taken. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS: 18. Approval of the March 2, 2016 Common Council Meeting Minutes – Resolution By Alderperson Smith: Seconded by Alderperson Kerslick RESOLVED, That the minutes of the March 2, 2016 Common Council meeting be approved as published. Carried Unanimously ADJOURNMENT: On a motion the meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. ______________________________ _______________________________ Julie Conley Holcomb, CMC Svante L. Myrick City Clerk Mayor