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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
JANUARY 17, 1986
PRESENT: LOUNSBERY, MILLER, OSBORN, SCHLOUGIH, SHEIKH, STONE,
UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED : CRISPIN, 11AINE, 1 1AYES.
The minutes of the December 13 , 1985 meeting were approved as written.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
THE AMENDMENT COMMITTEE REPORT was given by Underwood who stated that
amendments to the Ithaca Commons Rules, Ithaca Commons Advisory Board
Operations Manual, Mobile Vending Cart Regulations, Application for
Ithaca Commons Use Permit, and Mayor's Commons Use Permit Application
were completed and on the way to The Charter and Ordinance Committee
for the January Meeting. Deming read a memo from City Attorney R.
Stumbar stating that the resolutions amending the Mobile Vending
Cart Regulations done in response to the Holdsworth resolution of
October L , 1985 were sent to The Charter and Ordinance Committee
by Common Council on January 8, 1986. The flower cart/chestnut cart
being operated under the Iszards overhang was discussed in response
to an inquiry by Sheikh. Miller explained that the vendor was
operating in cooperation with an arrangement between Iszards and
Louis Cassaniti.
THE DIRECTORY COMMITTEE UPDATE was given in response to Schlough 's
request for information. Deming reported that the directory panels
were at Cayuga Sign having some unexpected modifications and comple-
tion of the project would be delayed for a few weeks.
OLD BUSINESS
CENTER ITHACA STORE ENTRANCES LOCATED AT THE EAST AND WEST END OF THE
BUILDING have been remodeled to eliminate doors that swing directly
onto The Commons. Sheikh reported that this action was taken in
response to requests made by the C.A.B. to Stan Goldberg and Peter
Levatich. The board members voted unanimously to send a memo to the
Building Commissioner, Thomas Hoard, informing him of The Center's
action and calling his attention to the fact that Rite Aid Pharmacy
has the only doors that still swing out directly onto The Commons.
Also his assistance in drafting a proposed ordinance that would correct
and prevent this type of hazzard is requested.
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING; JANUARY 17, 19$6 continued
THE FOLLOWING COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD REAPPOINTMENTS have been made:
"• by Mayor Gutenberger: Lounsbery, Schlough, Underwood; by B.P.W. : Stone;
by Common Council : Haine. One appointment by Mayor Gutenberger is still
to be named and Jon Crispin was granted a three month leave of absence
while he works on a special project in Europe. The C.A.B. voted unani-
mously to re-elect Underwood as Chairman and elect Schlough as Vice
Chairman.
AN ATRIUM USE COMMITTEE MEMO from H. M. Van Cort was noted. The memo
summarized the notes from the first meeting; discussion centered on:
defining the space and use, notice time needed for permits, designating
areas for displays and distribution of information, a co-operative effort
by Center Ithaca and City of Ithaca staff. The next meeting is scheduled .
for January 23 , . 19$6.
NEW BUSINESS
LOUIS CASSANITI OF LOU'S GOURMET HOTS was given a permit to operate
a mobile vending cart on The Commons for the Spring/Summer 19$6 season.
He was assigned to location ( e ) as per his request.
THE CONTRA DANCERS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF TED CRANE will be considered
a part of The Commons Summer Entertainment Program. A permit for the
use of the Center Pavilion on Monday evenings June - September will be
granted.
THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TOURIST COUNCIL'S 19$6 PLANS AND PROGRAMS were
reviewed by Deming. The hew map was discussed; suggestions were made
regarding the price of the map, it was some members. opinions that the
map should be supported by advertising only and given to advertisers at
no charge so they could give it to the public free of charge. The Spring.
/Summer calendar of events was discussed and awarded $100.00 in financial
support, if successful Fall/Winter will be supported with the same funding.
Deming will represent The City of Ithaca on the Special Projects Committee
of The Finger Lakes Association. She will serve on the Hospitality Seminar
and the FAM Tour sub committees.
COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD 19$6 PROJECTS will include the development of
an information booth on The Commons. The C.A.B. directed Deming to
speak to Carol Spence about the possibility of space in Center Ithaca.
THE FEBRUARY MEETING SCHEDULE WILL RETURN TO THE TRADITIONAL 1ST AND
3RD FRIDAYS OF THE MONTH. THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE ON FEBRUARY 7 AT
$;30 AM.
Respectful submitted,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 1986
PRESENT: HAINE, HAYES, MILLER, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH.
EXCUSED: CRISPIN, LOUNSBERY, STONE, UNDERWOX .
OTHERS: EARL GRANT, SARAH HESS, BETSY RICE.
The minutes of the January 17, 1986 meeting were approved as written.
UNIVERSITY PIZZA REPRESENTATIVE, EARL GRANT, PRESENTED APPLICATION
information for a Mobile Vending Cart Permit. The vending unit, a motorized vehicle,
did not meet vending cart or Commons regulations. The Board suggested that
Grant keep his application active while looking into other possibilities for a vending
cart and return for the February 21 , 1986 meeting.
THE LEARNING WEB REPRESENTATIVES, SARAH HESS AND BETSY RICE PRESENTED
APPLICATION information for a mobile vending dip cart that serves Ben and Jerry's
Homemade premium ice cream. The application and design information was reviewed
and approved by a 6-0 vote infavor of continuing The Learning Web's application
process. All application material was given to Jon Meigs to take before The Design
Review Committee.
COMMITTEE REPORTS :
AMENDMENT COMMITTEE: Deming reported that amendments regarding rules for
bicycles and amplified sound were held up in Charter and Ordinance Committee debate.
About half of the amendments have been reviewed with the rest scheduled for the
next C8O meeting to be held on February 18, 1986. Schlough read a MEMO FROM
DAN HOFFMAN, COMMON COUNCIL MEMBER , that suggested that a public meeting
be called for " the express purpose of collecting opinions and suggestions on the
subject " of the proposed bicycle use amendment and loud noise regulation. The
C.A. B. voted 6-0 infavor of a public meeting, at the Charter and Ordinance
Committee level,that would address this issue.
DIRECTORY COMMITTEE : Deming reported that the directory panels are finished
and will be installed as soon as electrical parts for the back lighting units are
received by Eric Datz, D.P.W.
NEW BUSINESS :
THE YOUTH BUREAU'S PLANS FOR THE WORLD'S LARGEST PIZZA PARTY, A
KICK-OFF EVENT FOR A FUND RAISING CAMPAIGN, was reviewed. The C.A. B.
supported the idea of this event, tentatively planned for March 15, 1986 on The
Commons. Details will be worked out with: Fire Dept. , Police Dept. , Merchants,
D.P.W., and Commons Coordinator before permit applicaton is presented.
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING, FEBRUARY 7, 1986 continued. . . .
THE FILING OF A COPY OF VENDOR'S SALES TAX CERTIFICATE upon receipt
of a Mobile Vending Cart Permit was suggested by Sheikh. It was agreed that
this is an excellent idea. The City Clerk's office will be consulted as to the
proper procedures of requiring and recording the sales tax certificate. To
make the filing of a tax certificate a requirement for obtaining a vending permit
will mean amending the Mobile Vending Cart Regulations.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY FEBRUARY 21 , 1986 AT 8:30 AM.
Adjournment: 9:23 am
Respectfully submitted,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
FEBRUARY 21 , 1986
PRESENT: HAYES, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH, UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: CRISPIN, HAINE, MILLLER, STONE.
OTHERS: BETSY RICE, JON MEIGS
The minutes of the February 7, 1986 meeting were approved as written.
COMMITTEE REPORTS :
AMENDMENT COMMITTEE: Underwood reviewed the changes that the Charter and
Ordinance Committee suggested during their review of the proposed amendments.
C & 0 would not allow, Sec. II A 2 a ( one representative from the Downtown
Business Women ) because the D. B.W. is a sexist organization. The C.A. B. voted
6-0 to change the amendment to one member at large. The other key amendments
in question: Sec. 70.6 Bicycles, Sec. 70.18 Amplified Sound, Use permits # 11 & 12
Leafleting and Other Solicitaions, Mayor's Use Permit . . frequency and duration are
discussed in attached memo.
OLD BUSINESS :
THE LEARNING WEB MOBILE VENDING CART PERMIT APPLICATION was approved
by the Design Review Board. Rice submitted a copy of proof of insurance and the
C.A. B. granted the permit pending approval of the Health Department and evidence
of a sales tax certificate issued by the State of New York. The exact location of
location c of the Mobile Vending Cart Regulations must be varified before the permit
can be issued. Meigs will assist Deming in finding proper location for site c.
NEW BUSINESS :
A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE AMENDMENT CHANGES IN QUESTION WILL
BE HELD BY THE CHARTER AND ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AND THE COMMONS
ADVISORY BOARD ON MARCH 3, 1986 AT 7:30 PM IN COMMON COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Underwood urged all C.A. B. members to attend or prepare a statement to be read
that supports the proposed amendments. Underwood will speak to the D. I . B.A.
on Thursday Feb 27, 1986, Schlough will prepare a letter for the Ithaca Journal
and Lounsbery will write to Charter and Ordinance regarding her position.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY MARCH 7, 1986 AT 8:30 AM,
Respectfu,ly submitted,
An Equal Opportunity Employer with an AffirmaJearlonSrogr:.®eming, Commons Coordinator
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
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The Charter F, Ordinance Committee and the Ithaca Commons Advisory
Board will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, March 3, 1986 at 7:30 P.M.
in the Common Council Chambers, 3rd floor, City Hall, 108 East Green
Street, Ithaca, New York to hear any and all interested parties in
the matter of proposed revisions to Commons rules concerning bicycles,
noise, leafleting and other active solicitations and use permits (number
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February 26, 1986
To: Commons Tax District Property Owners and Tenants:
The Commons Advisory Board urges you to attend this Public Hearing. Your
presence and input is very important.
Over the past few months the Commons Advisory Board has been faced with
several problems on the Commons and has proposed changes in Commons Rules and
Regulations to correct these problems. The Charter and Ordinance Committee
of Common Council and the Commons Advisory Board need to know how you would want
to have these problems corrected.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer with an Affirmative Action Program"
A. BICYCLES:
Problem: Many bicycles are ridden on the Commons, creating a safety problem
for the elderly, handicapped, children and visually impaired. Many bicycles
are chained to trees, benches, etc. , creating hazardous conditions for visually
impaired people walking the Commons. Currently, bicycles are to be walked to
the nearest storage racks.
The CAB Proposal: Ban bicycles and similar devices (skates, skateboards) from
the Pedestrian (Primary) section of the Commons.
B. NOISE:
Problem: Many individual radio and amplified sound devices, played at a loud,
annoying or offensive manner are interfering with conversation, comfort, repose,
health or safety of others.
The CAB Proposal: No amplified sound on public address systems are permitted
except by special permit issued by the CAB. Individual electronic sound
amplification shall not be operated in a manner so that the noise from the
device interferes with the conversation or comfort of others within any
building or at a distance of 25 feet or greater.
C. LEAFLETING OR OTHER SOLICITATIONS:
Problem: Keep this as it is now regulated, allowing "passive solicitation"
Do not change to allow "active solicitation".
The CAB Proposal: Permits issued for fundraising, soliciting and information
shall be restricted to "passive solicitation". Active solicitation such as
hawking, approaching passers-by and otherwise disrupting the natural flow of
pedestrian traffic shall be prohibited. No person shall post, throw, scatter,
or hand to persons passing on the Commons, advertising matter of any kind.
D. NUMBER AND DURATION OF USE PERMITS:
Problem: Some groups (demonstration, protest and petition) have been obtaining
a use permit, legally, for up to 21 Saturdays. This can tie up space on the
Commons for over 5 months, making it difficult for other groups to have a
fair chance to use space on the Commons.
The CAB Proposal: No user will be permitted to use the Commons for more than
three events in any calander year. A single event is generally defined as
being limited to three consecutive days duration. A minimum of three days
elapsed time between events will be required. This was the original intent
of the "frequency, of use" provision.
Sincerely yours,
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Peggy T. Underwood, Chairman
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ITHACA COMMONS COORDINATOR CODE 607
COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MARCH 7, 1986
PRESENT: HAINE, LOUNSBERY, MILLER, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH, UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: CRISPIN, OSBORN, STONE.
ABSENT: HAYES
OTHERS: PAUL BENNETT, WILL BURBANK.
The minutes of the February 21 , 1986 meeting were approved as written.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
AMENDMENT COMMITTEE : Underwood reviewed the CHARTER AND ORDINANCE
COMMITTEE public hearing held on March 3, 1986. The hearing was well attended
and many people addressed the proposed Bicycle and Mayor's Commons Use Permit
amendments. Underwood proposed that the Bicycle and Noise amendments be resubmitted
as written and the Mayor's Permit amendment be adjusted to allow for an alternative
for opportunities to speak when a group or individual has used up their three permits.
Underwood's proposal was made into a motion, the vote was 6-0 in favor. Underwood
and Deming will work with Bennett to prepare for the C&O meeting on March 17, 1986.
NEW BUSINESS :
THE POSSIBILITY OF A SPEAKERS CORNER WAS INTRODUCED BY HAINE. It was
discussed briefly due to time limitations; Haine requested that it be put on the
March 21 , 1986 agenda.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE ON FRIDAY MARCH 21 , 1986 AT 8:30 AM.
Respectful y submitted,
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Commons Coordinator
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PUBLIC HEARING CONCERNING ITHACA COMMONS RULES
7:30 PM MARCH 3, 1986 AGENDA
Over the past few months the Commons Advisory Board has been faced with several
problems on The Commons and has proposed changes in Commons Rules and Regulations
to correct these problems. The Charter and Ordinance Committee of Common Council
and the Commons Advisory Board are interested in the opinions of the citizens concerned
about this issue.
A. BICYCLES:
EXISTING RULE: Sec. 70.6 Bicycles, etc. Riding of bicycles, roller skates, skate boards
and similar wheeled devices is prohibited on the Ithaca Commons. Bicycles may be walked
to storage racks provided for that purpose. Wheelchairs, baby carriages, and similar
devices intended for the convenience and comfort of handicapped persons or infants are
permitted.
PROBLEM: Many bicycles are ridden on the Commons, creating a safety problem for
the elderly, handicapped, children and visually impaired. Many bicycles are chained
to trees, benches, etc. , creating hazardous conditions. The existing rule is difficult
for police officers to enforce.
C.A.B. PROPOSAL: Ban bicycles and siminlar devices on the primary Commons.
ALL bicycles must be in racks to be located on the periphery of the Commons.
Commons residents will be issued permits to walk bicycles to their residences.
B. NOISE:
EXISTING RULE: Sec. VI Guidelines D. Sound, Light, and Electrical Equipment 1 .
Amplified sound of any nature should generally be discouraged but if used, sound
levels should be kept low and subject to immediate volume reduction when requested
by any city official.
PROBLEM: Many individual radio and amplified sound devices, played at a loud,
annoying or offensive manner are interfering with conversation, comfort, repose,
health or safety of others.
C.A.B. PROPOSAL: No amplified sound on public address systems are permitted except
by special permit issued by the C.A.B. Individual electronic sound amplification shall
not be operated in a manner so that the noise from the device interferes with conversation
or comfort of others within any building or at a distance of 25 feet or greater.
C. LEAFLETING AND OTHER SOLICITATIONS:
EXISTING RULE: Sec. VI Guidelines A. General 10. In general, permits issued for
fundraising and soliciting shall be restricted to passive solicitation. Active solicitation
such as hawking, approaching passers-by and otherwise disrupting the natural flow
of pedestrian traffic shall be prohibited. Municipal Code 272.7 Throwing advertising
matter prohibited. . . No person shall throw or scatter, or hand to persons passing
upon the streets and public places within the City, advertising matter of any kind.
Ithaca Commons Rules Chapter 70, Sec. 70.17 Existing Ordinances, All existing
ordinances of the City of Ithaca shall apply to the Ithaca Commons unless superseded
by one of the before mentioned provisions of this Ithaca Commons Ordinance.
PROBLEM: The Charter and Ordinance Committee would like to change and or eliminate
these rules.
C.A.B. PROPOSAL: Keep the existing rules. Do not change rules to allow active
solicitation.
D. NUMBER AND DURATION OF MAYOR'S COMMONS USE PERMITS:
EXISTING RULE: From Religious or Political Mayor's Commons Use Permit Application,
Each permit will be limited to (7) seven days or less. Any individual or organization
will be allowed a maximum of (3) three permits per calendar year.
PROBLEM: Some groups have interpreted this to mean that a (7) seven day permit
means seven Saturdays. This interpretation would allow groups to reserve up to
21 Saturdays during one year, making it difficult for other groups to have a fair
chance to use space on the Commons.
C.A. B. PROPOSAL: No user will be permitted to use the Commons for more than
three events in any calander year. A single event is generally defined as being
limited to three consecutive days duration. A minimun of three days elapsed time
between events will be required.
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
APRIL 11 , 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, HAINE, HAYES, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH,
SHEIKH, UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: MILLER, STONE.
OTHERS: BURAK, GRUBB, LERHMAN, LINTON, MOON, PARSHALL,
VAN LUKEN, WIKSTROM.
Minutes from the meeting on March 21 , 1986 are not official because a quorum
was not present and no official action could be taken.
A WRITTEN PROPOSAL FOR A STREET PERFORMER'S FAIR was presented by
Erik Wikstrom. Wikstrom requested permission to confirm plans for a two day
Street Performer's Fair to be held on the Commons on June 20 and 21 , 1986.
This fair would be co-sponsored by the City of Ithaca as part of the summer
entertainment program. The fair would included a mask making workshop, fire
juggling, parade, and various performances by area street performers. Sheikh
was concerned about crowds blocking store entrances. Deming said that locations
for performances had been designated throughout the Commons and performances
would be rotated so crowds would gather and disperse and not block store entrances
for long periods of time. It was noted that the fire juggling event scheduled for
Friday night be cleared with Fire Chief Olmstead. Sheikh suggested that Wikstrom
request permission from the D. I . B.A. also; Hayes said that a request would not
be necessary, informing D. I . B.A. would be appropriate if the C.A. B. approved
a permit application for the event. The C.A. B. VOTED 8-0 IN FAVOR of granting
The Street Performer's Fair a permit to use the Commons on June 20 and 21 , 1986.
JAMES LINTON REQUESTED THE NECESSARY PROCEDURE FOR MAKING AN APPEAL
TO COMMON COUNCIL TO OBTAIN A MOBILE VENDING CART PERMIT FOR THE
SPRING/SUMMER SEASON OF 1986. Linton's request for a permit was made after the
January 30 deadline and had to be refered to Common Council for appeal. The C.A. B.
voted 8-0 to support and refere Linton's appeal. Linton also requested that the
C.A. B. consider amending the Mobile Vending Cart Regulations to allow for a
June-October seasonal permit for farmers to sell locally grown produce. The area
produce season generally is mid June through late October. The C.A. B. will try
to formulate an appropriate solution or amendment.
THE ITHACA FESTIVAL STAFF: GRUBB, PARSHALL, VAN LUKEN, AND BURAK
PRESENTED PLANS FOR JUNE 7 AND 8. The 1986 Festival will feature a small
scale street fair on the Commons on Saturday. Performances will be at a variety of
sites with many wandering musicians and rotating performances. Food vendors will
conform to all City regulations and be carefully supervised. Face painting will be
scheduled at G. I .A.C. Food vendor fees paid to City to be determined by Deming
and Pa rsha I1.
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TEEN CELEBRATION DAY, SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF ITHACA AND THE YOUTH
BUREAU, was reviewed by Lerhman and Moon. The one day event to recognize the
community's teenagers is scheduled for May 10, 1986. Plans included a proclamation
by Mayor Gutenberger, booths and displays, art show, entertainment and a party
at The Chapter House. A fundraising pizza sale will be held to help furnish the
new Youth Bureau building. The C.A. B. voted 8-0 in favor of granting a permit
for Teen Celebration and thanked Lerhman and Moon for their efforts.
FESTIVE FLAGS FOR THE COMMONS, A D. I . B.A. IDEA TO PROMOTE SPECIAL
COMMONS EVENTS, was presented by Sheikh who substituted for Carol Spence.
The D. I. B.A. would like permission to have individual merchants design and
purchase a banner type flag that would be placed in brackets above each store.
These banners would be used in conjunction with Commons wide special events
and promotions. It was requested that the City install the brackets for the Merchants
and D. I. B.A. would pay for the service. The C.A. B. asked that a complete proposal,
including: design, height, storage, period of time hanging, color and material, be
presented by Spence at the April 18, 1986 meeting. The following must be consulted:
Fire Department, D.P.W., Building Department, Planning Department and Design Review
Board.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
AMENDMENTS: Underwood reported that the Common Council passed all amendments
as written in the last proposal.
REFUSE: Deming reported that the new trash regulations and program began
on schedule and that most merchants are cooperating. It will take
time to have everyone in compliance but there is hope for a cleaner
Commons by Summer.
OLD BUSINESS
A COMMONS RULES ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE WAS APPOINTED BY UNDERWOOD.
Members are: Haine, Hayes, and Underwood. The committee will meet with members
of the Police Department, the Mayor and other involved parties.
NEW BUSINESS:
THE D. I . B.A. REQUEST FOR SIGNAGE ON THE THREE TOWERS WAS PRESENTED
BY SHEIKH. THE D. I . B.A. would like to use the space that the United Way uses
on the towers. Special signs would be designed for Commons wide events and placed
on the towers for the week preceeding the event. The C.A. B. voted 4-2-1 in favor
of giving the D. I . B.A. a permit for the Summer Craft Fair only. Underwood asked
Schlough to gather information about banners and temporary signs and work with
her and Deming on the use of the banners/flags on buildings and temporary signs
on the towers.
MEETING SCHEDULE for April will be next Friday April 18. May will return to the
first and third Friday of the month unless the work load determines otherwise.
JON CRISPIN WAS WELCOMED BACK TO ITHACA AND THE C.A. B. and will report
on his adventure at the next meeeting.
Respectfully u mittec,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
APRIL 18, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH, UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: MILLER, STONE.
ABSENT: HAINE, HAYES.
OTHER: SPENCE.
The minutes of the meeting on April 11 , 1986 were distributed and will be considered
for approval at the next meeting.
THE PROPOSAL FOR FESTIVE FLAGS/BANNERS FOR THE COMMONS was presented
by Carol Spence who represented the D. I . B.A. and is in charge of this promotional
project. Wood poles would be placed in brackets mounted on building fronts at a
height of 18+ft above the ground. Poles would be parallel to the ground with banners
dropping to 13ift. above the ground. Spence reported that Fire Chief Olmstead said this
would meet the fire code. Banners will be available to merchants on the Commons,
Aurora St. , and Cayuga St, will be coordinated by use of color and the same rip
stop nylon fabric, and will be put up and taken down at the same time. Spence said
that banners would be up for one week at a time during special events and promotions
that were Commons wide. Underwood stated that no symbols, letters or anything
pictorial could be used and requested a schedule of events and promtions when banners
would be used. Underwood said that the proposal needed to be reviewed by Tony
Egner and the Design Review Board and then Spence should return with the requested
information and a follow-up report of the reviews.
MR. JAMES LINTON'S REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE SEASON
VENDING PERMIT was discussed by the C.A. B. Underwood presented the following
ways to accomodate this request: have a June to October season that correspondes
with the existing DeWitt Park Farmers Market and City of Ithaca agreement, have
Charter and Ordinance create a special section in The Mobile Vending Cart Regulations
that would deal with only locally grown produce. The C.A. B. voted 6-0 in favor of
changing the season to accomodated the locally grown farm produce.
A DELEGATION OF OFFICALS FROM THE CITY OF POUGHKEEPSIE WILL BE VISITING
THE ITHACA COMMONS ON APRIL 25 and 26 . Mayor Gutenberger would like to extend
an invitation to all C.A. B. members to join City Hall officals at meetings on the 25th and
26th to discuss the history and operations of The Commons.
A TRIP TO BURLINGTON VERMONT IN JUNE will be discussed further at the next
meeting.
THE MAY MEETING SCHEDULE WILL BE: May 2 and May 16, 1986
Respectf lly, submitted,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MAY 2, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, LOUNSBERY, MILLER, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH,
UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: STONE.
ABSENT: HAINE, HAYES.
OTHERS: MAXWELL, MEIGS, SPENCE, TRUE.
The mintues of the April 11 , 1986 were submitted for approval. Sheikh requested
that the word permission be changed to inform in his comment about the Street Performer's
Fair. The minutes of the April 18, 1986 meeting were approved as written.
A MOCK-UP LOCK-UP FUNDRAISING EVENT THAT WILL BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER
SOCIETY was reviewed by Jay True. Telephone lines will be strung by the telephone
company to the Center Pavilion. True submitted a Commons permit application for July
15, 16, & 17. The C.A. B. voted 6-0 in favor of granting the permit.
MR. LINTON'S MOBILE VENDING CART WAS APPROVED BY THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
SUBJECT TO REVISIONS AGREED TO BY LINTON. The C.A. B. approved the Seneca &
Tioga corner location for a 5 month period, June 1 - October 31, 1986. Linton will
appear before Common Council on May 7 to appeal the application deadline date. He goes
with the support of the C.A. B.
THE FESTIVE BANNERS ON THE COMMONS WERE DISCUSSED at great length by the
C.A. B. , Spence, and Meigs. The Design Review Board report was given by Meigs.
At present concerns over the uniformity of height and distance between banners and
a schedule of timely displaying of the banners seemed to be the main issues. All felt
that banners should be distributed uniformly so that a spotty effect was not created.
The idea of banners for the three towers was mentioned but Spence said the cost would
be about $1 ,000 and would not really include the side streets in the visual message of
activity. Members of the Design Review Board are willing to work with Spence to come
up with the right scheme. Spence asked to be allowed to go ahead on a trial basis; the
C.A. B. asked her to,instead, come back with the following information: number of banners,
where they would be placed, specific events when they would be used and for how long.
CHURCH STREET MARKET PLACE, BURLINGTON VT. was visited by Schlough who returned
with photographs and the following observations: 4 block long pedestrian mall, supported
by taxes, advisory board of City employees and merchants, marketing done by coordinator
who is paid by City through tax and assesment, lighting is more and better, nice bench
work but few trees, out door dining . that is removeable at night, the location, economics,
and demographics more important than the design, vending carts operated from within the
cart, use of glass canopy on some stores that protected shoppers from weather but hid
store's sign, many people using and enjoying the out door dining.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON MAY 16, 1985 AT 8:30 AM.
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H.MATTHYS VAN CORT.DIRECTOR
MEMORANDUM
TO: Commons Advisory Board
FROM: Design Review Board
SUBJECT: VENDOR'S CART FOR PRODUCE
DATE: May 5, 1986
This Board reviewed the proposal for a farm produce pushcart, by James Linton,
at its 25 April meeting. The consensus was that the basic concept and design,
for a 'homemade' cart, was acceptable. The design was approved subject to
the following revisions:
. Substitution of smoother, more finished wood, in
a paneled design; the rustic barnboard proposed
initially for the body was felt to be too rough--in
both appearance and tactile senses--for the
Commons precincts.
. If separate sets of wheels are to be used for travel
and stationary conditions, the travel wheels should
not be visible while the cart is on site for vending.
. An appropriate umbrella should be used; this, the
DRB feels, is an important element that helps to
relate the otherwise dissimilar carts to each other
and add a further note of color and interest to the
Commons ambiance.
Regarding the umbrella, the Board noted that the rules for carts appear to
restrict it to the same horizontal dimensions-- 4 x 6 --as the maximum for
carts. It would seem acceptable in design terms for a standard round umbrella
of 6' diamater to be used in a case such as this, where the cart is to be
the maximum dimension, and its contents require protection from hot sun. How-
ever, Mr. Linton is urged to consider the possibility of a rectangular awning,
as more in keeping with the basic geometry of his cart.
cc: Mr. Linton
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MEMORANDUM
To: Commons Advisory Board
From: Design Review Board
Sub: Commons Banners
Date: May 2, 1986
At its April 25 meeting, this Board discussed the DIBA
proposal for banners for the Commons with Carol Spence and Peggy
Underwood. After further deliberation, the members present reached
the following consensus:
The Design Review Board supports the concept of enliven-
ing the Commons for special events. However, the Board does not feel
that the proposed banners and display scheme satisfy the objectives
that should apply to such elements : quality and durability of materials,
a design theme compatible with or complementing the Commons as a whole,
integration with existing design features and structures, and sufficient
strength or presence as to make a positive contribution to the ambience
of the Commons, adding to its perception as a special place. The pro-
posal as presented left unanswered significant questions about the
relationship of the banners to the Commons, its architecture and design.
The Board recommends that the CAB explore and give further consideration
to alternative possibilities that might more fully satisfy the above
objectives, including but not limited to a more thoroughly thought-out
and comprehensive version of the scheme proposed that better responds to
the questions and objectives stated above.
The Board stands ready to advise the CAB on any further
proposal , and to be of assistance in other Commons design matters, as
appropriate.
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TO: MEMBERS OF COMMON COUNCIL
FROM: CHARLES SCHLOUGH, COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD eS
RE: PROPOSED BICYCLE RESOLUTION SUBMITTED BY PETERSON AND
HOFFMAN . . . LAST PAGE OF AGENDA
AS OF MAY 7, 1986 THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS HAS COMPLETED THE
FABRICATION OF THE NEW BICYCLE RACKS AND WORK CREWS ARE TO BEGIN
INSTALLATION IMMEDIATELY.
A MEETING SCHEDULED BY MAYOR GUTENBERGER FOR MAY 8, 1986 WILL BE
ATTENDED BY THE FOLLOWING: UNDERWOOD,SCHLOUGH,DEMING, HERSON,
PAGLIARO, BARBER,NASH, BENNETT, BROWN, POALANGELI,AND SCHLATHER,
TO DISCUSS COMMONS PERMITS, RULE CHANGES, AND ENFORCEMENT.
THE COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD AND THE COMMONS RULES COMMITTEE ( CRISPIN,
SCHLOUGH, AND SHEIKH ) HAVE BEEN WORKING SINCE SEPTEMBER 06, 1985 TO
SOLVE THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS ON THE COMMONS: BICYCLE RIDING, CHAINING
OF BICYCLES TO TREES, POSTS, AND OTHER STRUCTURES, SKATEBOARDING, DOGS,
TRASH, LOUD RADIOS, AND LITTER FROM WEEKLY NEWSPAPER BOXES. AT PRESENT
COMMON COUNCIL HAS PASSED A RESOLUTION TO BAN BICYCLES FROM THE COMMONS
AS OF JUNE 1 , 1986. THIS WILL COMPLETE A LONG AND DIFFICULT PROJECT THAT
WAS BEGUN IN RESPONSE TO A GREAT DEAL OF PUBLIC INTEREST AND INPUT.
A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD ON MARCH 3, 1986. THE BICYCLE ISSUE WAS
DISCUSSED AND COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC WERE NOTED BY CEO CHAIRMAN
SCHLATER. I WOULD LIKE TO URGE COMMON COUNCIL, ON BEHALF OF THE
COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD AND THE RULES COMMITTEE, TO ALLOW THE BAN ON
BICYCLES TO REMAIN AS IT WAS VOTED ON AT THE APRIL 2, 1986 MEETING OF
COMMON COUNCIL.
MAY 7, 1986
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
JUNE 6, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, HAYES, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH.
EXCUSED: MILLER, STONE, UNDERWOOD.
ABSENT: HAINE. OTHER: MEIGS, OLMSTEAD, RAUSCH.
The minutes of the May 2, 1986 meeting were approved as written. There was not
a quorum present at the May 16, 1986 meeting so no official action was taken.
COMMITTEE REPORTS :
RULES, DEMING REPORTED THAT THE BICYCLE BAN WAS IN EFFECT AND BEING
ENFORCED. Temporary signs have been placed in towers facing the street and will
will be replaced as soon as the permanent ones are completed. It was suggested that
tie on tags for illegally parked bikes be printed and used.
ENFORCEMENT, SCHLOUGH REPORTED THAT THE COMMITTEE MET WITH THE
MAYOR, CHIEF HERSON, AND P. R. OFFICER,SGT. BARNES to discuss the enforce-
ment of the new Commons Rules and the possibility of having officers volunteer for
permanent duty on The Commons. Chief Herson thought that the PBA might have
a problem with the selection of the officers that volunteered for Commons duty unless
it was awarded by seniority. Deming will talk to PBA president, John Petry.
OLD BUSINESS:
THE FIRE DEPT.'S PROPOSAL FOR THE OFFICIAL FIRE LANE ON THE COMMONS
WAS REVIEWED BY CHIEF OLMSTEAD. He expressed the need for a primary and
secondary fire lane and ample turning space. The design of The Commons and the
lack of fire walls between buildings create a problem for fire fighting, safety, and
access to the buildings. To compensate for the design and structural constraints that
exist,it is necessary to have at least 12 feet of clear passage on both the north and
south lanes of The Commons. It was suggested that the red dots that once marked
the fire lanes be repainted onto the concrete surface again. Deming requested that
Olmstead inspect the set up for Festival, Craft Fair and Side Walk Sale and help her
set up guidelines for these events in the future. Once more specific guidlines can
be developed a modified proposal will be sent to Common Council for official action.
THE TEMPORARY EVENT SIGNAGE FOR THE TOWERS WAS DISCUSSED BY DEMING,
the DIBA will be allowed to put up a " United Way " type sign for summer craft fair
only. Deming and Bruce Bard determined a permanent sign holder should be an
integral part of the tower's sculptural design and therefore should be designed by
the architect. The project will be refered to Tony Egner.
THE DESIGNS FOR THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER ON THE COMMONS WERE
PRESENTED BY RAUSCH, the CAB voted 6-0 in favor of submitting the project for
1987 Capital Improvement Project Budget Review.
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
JUNE 6, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, HAYES, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH.
EXCUSED: MILLER, STONE, UNDERWOOD.
ABSENT: HAINE. OTHER: MEIGS, OLMSTEAD, RAUSCH.
The minutes of the May 2, 1986 meeting were approved as written. There was not
a quorum present at the May 16, 1986 meeting so no official action was taken.
COMMITTEE REPORTS :
RULES, DEMING REPORTED THAT THE BICYCLE BAN WAS IN EFFECT AND BEING
ENFORCED. Temporary signs have been placed in towers facing the street and will
will be replaced as soon as the permanent ones are completed. It was suggested that
tie on tags for illegally parked bikes be printed and used.
ENFORCEMENT, SCHLOUGH REPORTED THAT THE COMMITTEE MET WITH THE
MAYOR, CHIEF HERSON, AND P. R. OFFICER,SGT. BARNES to discuss the enforce-
ment of the new Commons Rules and the possibility of having officers volunteer for
permanent duty on The Commons. Chief Herson thought that the PBA might have
a problem with the selection of the officers that volunteered for Commons duty unless
it was awarded by seniority. Deming will talk to PBA president, John Petry.
OLD BUSINESS:
THE FIRE DEPT.'S PROPOSAL FOR THE OFFICIAL FIRE LANE ON THE COMMONS
WAS REVIEWED BY CHIEF OLMSTEAD. He expressed the need for a primary and
secondary fire lane and ample turning space. The design of The Commons and the
lack of fire walls between buildings create a problem for fire fighting, safety, and
access to the buildings. To compensate for the design and structural constraints that
exist,it is necessary to have at least 12 feet of clear passage on both the north and
south lanes of The Commons. It was suggested that the red dots that once marked
the fire lanes be repainted onto the concrete surface again. Deming requested that
Olmstead inspect the set up for Festival, Craft Fair and Side Walk Sale and help her
set up guidelines for these events in the future. Once more specific guidlines can
be developed a modified proposal will be sent to Common Council for official action.
THE TEMPORARY EVENT SIGNAGE FOR THE TOWERS WAS DISCUSSED BY DEMING,
the DIBA will be allowed to put up a " United Way " type sign for summer craft fair
only. Deming and Bruce Bard determined a permanent sign holder should be an
integral part of the tower's sculptural design and therefore should be designed by
the architect. The project will be refered to Tony Egner.
THE DESIGNS FOR THE TOURIST INFORMATION CENTER ON THE COMMONS WERE
PRESENTED BY RAUSCH, the CAB voted 6-0 in favor of submitting the project for
1987 Capital Improvement Project Budget Review.
THE NEXT MEETING WILL BE JUNE 20, 1986 AT 8:30 PM Respectfully Submitted ,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 15, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, HAINE, HAYES, LOUNSBERY, MILLER, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH,
SHEIKH, UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: STONE.
OTHER: S. LEWIS, J. MEIGS, M. SIEGAL, C. SCHMOOK, K. WALKER.
The minutes of the June 20, 1986 meeting were approved as written.
COMMITTEE REPORTS :
AMENDMENTS; THE FINAL CORRECTIONS TO THE BICYCLE RULES are being added to the
Commons Operations Manual and will be available for distribution at the next meeting.
ENFORCEMENT; SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH AND DEMING MET WITH CHIEF HERSON and Dep.
Chief Pagliaro on August 14, 86 to discuss the possibility of permanent Commons officers so
rules could be enforced in a more consistent manner. It was requested that officers who
are interested in and efficient at Commons duty be assigned to the Commons for a three week
test period starting with the August 25-Sept. 14 "Back to School" session. Names of officers
were given to the Chief and he said he would work on it. Crispin noted that additional sign-
age was necessary; CAB directed Deming to request the DPW stencil no bicycles on the curb
cuts leading to the Commons.
GUESTS :
A PROPOSAL FOR A EUROPEAN STYLE CAFE, UNDER THE ISZARDS PORTICO, was presented
by Stuart Lewis on behalf of Comex Corporation. Lewis reviewed the design, menu, and
location of out-door dining. It was noted that there would be fees for encroaching onto the
Commons and for the use of the out--door dining space. CAB voted 9-0 in favor of the concept
of the cafe and refered it to the Design Review Board.
HANDWORK REQUESTED A PERMIT TO ALLOW THE BEN & JERRY'S ICE CREAM VENDING
CART to be located near their store as part of their Tenth Anniversary Celebration on Sept
23, 1986. CAB voted 8-1 in favor of granting the permit.
OLD BUSINESS :
The following needed confirmation because a quorum was not present at the July 18, meeting.*
DIBA TOWER SIGNAGE: 2 Craft Fair, Sidewalk Sales,Downtown Orientation, Apple Harvest,
Halloween, and a Holiday event sign used after Thanksgiving pending approval can be used
in 1986. CAB voted 7-2 in favor of signs used for the week of the 7 events in 1986. *
A DOWNTOWN LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE : CAB voted 9-0 in favor of forming
a long range planning committee. CAB representatives will be Osborn and Schlough. *
1987 BUDGET REQUEST: The Finger Lakes Region was not awarded the 1987 I Love New
York Fall Festival. Monies requested to promote Ithaca for that event must be reallocated
or eliminated. CAB voted 9-0 in favor of using money to promote Ithaca in preparation for
The Tompkins County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Centennial, and Empire State Games.
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NEW BUSINESS :
THE ALTERATION OF STORE FRONTS AND BUILDING FACADES ON THE COMMONS without
notification to the Planning Department or CAB is a concern. Meigs noted that the recent
change in the Night and Day store front was not called to the attention of the Planning Dept.
and the design and balance of the store front could have been better executed. The Building
Dept. will be asked to refer facade and sign changes on The Commons to Jon Meigs in the
Planning Dept. It was suggested that the Commons Design Advisory Team be reactivated to
handle design problems. Deming and Sheikh will work with Meigs to reactivate CDAT. The
plywood boards used to cover the windows of the recently closed Ground Round look very
bad and have caused several complaints. Deming was asked to talk to the Building Depart-
ment to see if there are any regulations concerning boarding up store fronts and to write
a letter to the the Marriot Corporation to see if something can be done to improve the way
the front looks.
THE SEPTEMBER MEETING SCHEDULE IS : Friday Sept. 5 and Friday Sept. 19.
Respectfully submitted,
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
OCTOBER 3, 1986
PRESENT: CRISPIN, HAYES, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH,
UNDERWOOD.
EXCUSED: HAINE, MILLER, STONE
The minutes of the August 15, 1986 meeting were approved as written.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
ENFORCEMENT OF THE COMMONS RULES VARIES WITH THE PARTICULAR OFFICERS
that happen to be on duty that day. Also it has been observed that there are long
periods of time when no officers are present. Sheikh reported that Schooley's window
had been broken and emptied during the night. Crispin added that things over the
past year seemed to be getting worse with several windows being broken. The Board
recognized the fact that the Police Department is short handed and instructed Deming
to document the most recent incidences of crime and vandalism and incorporate them
into a letter of support for more police officers to be hired. It is also necessary to
have more police presence on The Commons , especially in the late afternoon, evening
and during the late night and early AM hours when windows are being broken.
OLD BUSINESS
THE OFFICIAL FIRE LANE RULES WILL BE WORKED ON BY: Crispin, Miller and Sheikh
so that workable proposals for the North lane can be suggested to Chief Olmstead.
PROGRESS ON THE PROPOSED CAFE AT ISZARD'S was given by Deming who stated
that the question of encroachment or lease was being researched by the City Attorney
and that a second vote would be necessary by the Board of Public Works because there
were not enough members present to pass the request with the correct number of
affirmative votes.
NEW BUSINESS :
THE LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE FOR DOWNTOWN is being selected and will
meet in October to discuss the following issues: DEVELOPMENT, BUILDING OWNERSHIP,
HOUSING, PARKING, SIGNAGE, TAXI STANDS, DELIVERY AREA, PUBLIC FACILITIES,
SECOND STORY BUSINESSES, ARTERIAL ACCESS TO COMMONS, ROUTE 96, MANAGE-
MENT AND PROMOTION OF THE TAX BENEFIT DISTRICT, TOURISM, MUSEUMS AND
OTHER ATTRACTIONS DOWNTOWN. Schlough and Osborn will represent the CAB.
THE TELEPHONE BOOTHS ON THE COMMONS ARE BEING REPLACED BY THE PHONE
COMPANY. Continued vandalism has resulted in the replacement'of the booths with the
plexiglass sides. Jon Meigs was told by phone company officals that temporary booths
will be put up until permanent ones can be shipped here. An official is sending Meigs
a photo of the permanent booth. A contractor hired to remove the booths got a
permit from Chuck Barber but CAB was not notified. At present no permit from the
phone company is on file. CAB would like to reveiw the photos when they come in
and have some say in the selection. CAB INSTRUCTED DEMING TO SEND LETTER TO
ALL DEPARTMENT HEADS REQUESTING THAT THEY NOTIFY CAB OF PROPOSED
CHANGES ON THE COMMONS
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF OCT. 3, 86 continued
A REQUEST BY EMMA SILK TO DO FACE PAINTING ON THE COMMONS was granted
provided that water soluble paints are used, the ground is covered by a drop cloth
and the face painting is part of a larger and supervised ac_tivity such as Apple Harvest
Weekend.
THE COLONIAL BUILDING HAS BEEN PURCHASED BY JASON FANE for the asking price
of $390,000. Osborn, Underwood and Deming will make an appointment with Fane to
inquire about his plans for the building and express the CAB's interest in the possibility
of restoring this valuable part of Downtown's history and fine example of Greek Revival
architecture.
THE LIGHTING IN THE GREEN STREET RAMP GARAGE is not adequate nor is the noting
of the exit to helix. Sheikh requested that the lighting throughout the garage be at
least equal to that near the Iszard's side of the ramp. Schlough mentioned that a yellow
line should be painted on the third floor directing cars to the helix. Jack Dougherty will
be made aware of these concerns.
MORE TRASH CANS ARE NEEDED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: one at Cayuga and Green St.
and one at Cayuga and the Commons. A concern over the general cleanliness of the
Commons was expressed and the problem seems to be due to the maintenance problems with
the sweeper and not Commons personnel. It was noted that the maintenance crew on the
Commons has done a fine job with compliments to Howard and staff.
THE DSS MOVE WAS DISCUSSED, it was noted that businesses in food .service had noted
loss of business and lunch time traffic. An inguiry was made about the use of the space
that the DSS had occupied. Deming reported that City Hall would take over the fourth
floor of their building and that no plans have been announced for the adjoining building.
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD WILL BE ON OCTOBER 17, 86.
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COMMONS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
DECEMBER 12, 1986
PRESENT: HAYES, MILLER, LOUNSBERY, OSBORN, SCHLOUGH, SHEIKH.
EXCUSED: CRISPIN, HAINE, STONE, UNDERWOOD.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
FIRE LANE DISCUSSIONS WITH CHIEF OLMSTEAD will take place in January.
THE LONG RANGE PLANNING COMMITTEE NOTES were reviewed by Schlough (see attached).
Main topics of the discussion group at the Nov. 12., 86 meeting were parking and an
organization or board that could direct and promote the Central Business District. A
complete inventory of occupancy and assesment of property in the designated area would
be needed. An article about the Church St. Marketplace was distributed to the CAB.
OLD BUSINESS :
THE GREEN STREET PARKING RAMP LIGHTING continues to be the source of complaints.
Level 2 is too dark between the hours of 8am and 10 am and on frequent sunless days.
The following suggestions were made: use an electric eye to turn on lights, signage
directing motorists to turn on car lights upon entering garage, painting all interior walls
and pillars white, finding other control of light switch than attendant who comes on duty
at 10 am. A letter will be sent to Jack Dougherty, the Board of Public Works, and Doug
Dylla of The Energy Commission stating the problem and requesting a meeting to discuss
the problem.
AS A RESULT OF THE CULTURAL TOURISM SEMINAR, a cooperative effort among the
participants, Chamber of Commerce, City of Ithaca and the Ramada Inn created a new
information distribution center in the lobby of The Ramada. _
NEW BUSINESS :
VIOLATIONS OF THE SIGN ORDINANCE involving Nomadix of Center Ithaca and The
Outfitters have been called to the attention of the Commons Coordinator. Complaints
were referred to the Building Department but no action has been taken because of the
ambiguities in the ordinance. The City Attorney, Building Commissioner, and Commons
Coordinator have requested the help of the Charter and Ordinance Committee.
THE FOLLOWING BOARD MEMBERS' TERMS EXPIRE ON DEC. 31 , 86: CRISPIN,HAYES,
MILLER, OSBORN, AND SHEIKH. All members present with terms that expire were
interested in being reappointed.
HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTS ARE BECOMING MORE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL as the trees
get larger. Members were asked to think of other possible ways to decorate for the
season.
ABDUL SHEIKH ASKED TO BE EXCUSED until mid March because he will be in Pakistan.
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TO: C. B.D. LONG RANGE PLANNING DISCUSSION GROUP
FROM: CHARLES SCHLOUGH & JEAN DEMING
RE: NOTES FROM PLANNING DISCUSSION HELD ON 11/12/86
DATE: DECEMBER 10, 1986
The discussion centered on problems and opportunities for developing the City's
Central Business District beyond its present state. Some topics discussed were:
Need for increased parking space.
Need for improved direction signage to and around the Central Business District.
How to encourage a balance of residential, retail, commercial and cultural components
in the CBD.
Need to consider the requirements and benefits of increased tourism.
Defining the role of the CBD vis-a-vis other retail/commercial areas in the
Greater Ithaca Area.
Benefits of city improvement district to guide and support development of the CBD.
The concept of a city improvement ( tax ) district and an organization or board •
to direct it seemed important to most of the group. Any discussion must begin with
specific benefits that would come to the many interest groups that live and work in
the CBD. Interest groups include:
Retail
Residential
Cultural
Civic
Municipal
Positive consensus on these topics was evident. No decisions were made, except to
continue such discussions with the goal of creating an agenda and priorities.
Another meeting will be planned and announced for January 1987. Please continue
to give thought to these topics. Also, suggest names of others who may have an
interest in this and can contribute experience and judgement.
Please call Charles Schlough ( 273-6001 ) or Jean Deming ( 272-1713 ) to suggest
agenda topics that seem important. Thanks to all of you who could attend.
It was a very productive start.
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