HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-20-04 Planning & Economic Develoment Committee Meeting Agenda MEETING NOTICE
City of Ithaca
Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic Development Committee
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Common Council Chambers
City Hall-- 108 East Green Street
7:30 p.m.
REVISED
Agenda
A. Agenda Review
B. Public Comment and Response
C. Announcements, Reports and Presentations
1. Cayuga Green Project-Presentation 1 hour
D. Action Items:
1. Neighborhood Improvement Incentive Fund -Resolution (materials enclosed) 10 minutes
2. Preserve America Community Designation -Resolution (materials to be provided) 5 minutes
3. Southwest Area Development Process -Resolution (materials enclosed) 15 minutes
E. Other Items:
1. Possible Motion to Enter into Executive Session -To Discuss Proposed
Acquisition of Property
F. Approval of Minutes - September 22,2004 (materials enclosed)
G. Adjournment
Questions about the agenda should be directed to Mary Tomlan,Chairperson(272-9481)or to the appropriate staff person at
the Department of Planning&Development(274-6550). Back-up material is available in the office of the Department of
Planning&Development. Please note that the order of agenda items is tentative and subject to change.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in order to fully participate, please contact the City
Clerk at 274-6570 by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, October 19, 2004.
MEETING NOTICE
City of Ithaca
Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic Development Committee
Wednesday, October 20,2004
Common Council Chambers
City Hall-- 108 East Green Street
7:30 p.m.
Agenda
A. Agenda Review
B. Public Comment and Response
C. Announcements,Reports and Presentations
1. Cayuga Green Project- Presentation 1 hour
2. Ithaca Gun Site - Report 10 minutes
D. Action Items:
1. Neighborhood Improvement Incentive Fund -Resolution (materials enclosed) 10 minutes
2. Downtown Zoning Amendment- Resolution (materials enclosed) 15 minutes
3. Southwest Area Development Process - Resolution (materials enclosed) 15 minutes
E. Other Items:
F. Approval of Minutes - September 22,2004 (materials enclosed)
G. Adjournment
Questions about the agenda should be directed to Mary Tomlan,Chairperson(272-9481)or to the appropriate staff person at
the Department of Planning&Development(274-6550). Back-up material is available in the office of the Department of
Planning&Development. Please note that the order of agenda items is tentative and subject to change.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in order to fully participate, please contact the City
Clerk at 274-6570 by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, October 19, 2004.
Approved on November 17,2004 at the
Planning,Neighborhoods&Economic Development Committee Meeting
Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic Development Committee
Minutes
October 20, 2004
Committee Members Attending: Mary Tomlan, Chair; Dan Cogan; Pam Mackesey; Gayraud
Townsend
Other Elected City Officials Attending: Alderpersons Maria Coles and Joel Zumoff, Mayor
Carolyn Peterson
City Staff Attending: Nels Bohn, Director of Community Development; Leslie Chatterton,
Department of Planning &Development; JoAnn Cornish, Deputy Director of Planning &
Development; Jennifer Kusznir and Tim Logue, Department of Planning & Development; and
H. Matthys Van Cod, Director of Planning &Development
Others Attending: Gary Ferguson, Executive Director of the Ithaca Downtown Partnership;
Steve Bloomfield and Ken Schon of Bloomfield Interests (Preferred Developer for the Cayuga
Green II project)
Meeting was called to order by Mary Tomlan at 7:30 p.m.
A. Agenda Review
B. Public Comment and Responses
There were no comments from the public and therefore no response from Committee
members.
C. Announcements, Reports, and Presentations
1. Cayuga Green Project—Presentation
Steve Bloomfield and Ken Schon showed the Committee images of a selection of their
past projects elsewhere and then gave an update on the local project's status. An operator
has been selected for the multiplex. The operator and the developer are in the latter
stages of negotiating a lease for the project.
The first phase of their project now includes 20 to 25 units of condominium housing that
would be located next to the Cayuga Garage now under construction min addition to the
multiplex theater and the retail on the ground floor of the Cayuga Garage. They will
begin marketing the Cayuga Garage retail as soon as possible. The developer, in
cooperation with City staff, is working on the financing package for the project.
During question and answers it was suggested that City staff and the developer meet with
representatives of both the Tompkins County Public Library and Tompkins Consolidated
Area Transit (TCAT).
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D. Action items
1. Neighborhood Improvement Incentive Fund—Resolution
After a brief presentation by Leslie Chatterton and on a motion by Pam Mackesey,
seconded by Dan Cogan, the Committee unanimously voted in favor of the proposed
$300 reimbursement of expenses by the Latino Civic Association. (4-0-0)
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca Common Council established the Neighborhood Improvement
Incentive fund in 1995 to provide financial assistance to city residents seeking to improve the
quality of life in their neighborhoods,and
WHEREAS,the fund is intended to support residents'interest in community improvement and to
encourage,not replace volunteerism,and
WHEREAS,the funds are intended to be used for projects or events that provide a general
neighborhood benefit and not for the limited benefit of individuals or a select few residents,and
WHEREAS,activities specified by the Council as eligible for the funding include but are not
limited to items such as neighborhood clean-ups,planting in public places,and organizing
neighborhood events like neighborhood block parties or meetings,and
WHEREAS,neighborhood groups are required to submit a completed application specifying other
project donations,estimated volunteer hours,estimated costs to be covered by the fund and
signatures of residents in the immediate neighborhood,and
WHEREAS,to streamline the process the Council has delegated authority to approve
applications to the Planning,Neighborhoods and Economic Development Committee,and
WHEREAS,each neighborhood group is eligible to receive up to$300 per year as a
reimbursement award payable on the submission of original receipts for approved activities,and
WHEREAS,the City cannot reimburse residents for sales tax expenses,and
WHEREAS,the Latino Civic Association has submitted a completed application for
reimbursement funds to cover cost of food,and music associated with their annual program
entitled Latino Heritage Month Celebration,now,therefore,be it
RESOLVED,that the Planning,Neighborhoods and Economic Development Committee
approves the request in an amount up to$300.00,and be it further
RESOLVED,that the Committee commends the volunteer activity of the Latino Civic
Association to spotlight Latino arts and culture for the benefit of the Ithaca community.
2. Preserve America Community Designation - Resolution
Chatterton addressed the Committee about the City's opportunity to apply for status as a
Preserve America Community. After some discussion concerning the origins and
benefits of this program and on a motion by Mackesey, seconded by Cogan, the
committee unanimously voted in favor of having the City apply for such designation.
(4-0-0)
WHEREAS,Preserve America is a White House initiative developed in cooperation with the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation,the U.S.Department of the Interior,and the U.S.
Department of Commerce;and
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WHEREAS,the goals of this initiative include a greater shared knowledge about our Nation's
past,strengthened regional identities and local pride,increased local participation in preserving the
country's irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage assets,and support for the economic vitality
of communities;and
WHEREAS,this initiative is compatible with our community's interests and goals related to
historic preservation; and
WHEREAS,designation as a Preserve America Community will improve our community's ability
to protect and promote its historical resources;now,therefore be it
RESOLVED,that the Ithaca Common Council will apply for the designation of the City of Ithaca
as a Preserve America Community;and be it further
RESOLVED,that the Ithaca Common Council will seek to protect and celebrate our heritage,use
our historic assets for economic development and community revitalization,and encourage people
to experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage tourism
programs.
3. Southwest Area Development Process—Resolution
Tim Logue presented a proposed outline for a Southwest development process.
Discussion followed. In accordance with a suggestion from Mackesey, the proposal was
amended to include approval by Common Council of committees to be appointed by the
Mayor to help guide the development process.
On a motion by Gayraud Townsend, seconded by Cogan, the Committee unanimously
voted in favor of the proposed outline as amended for developing Southwest and directed
that the process be referred to Common Council for Action. (4-0-0)
WHEREAS,Common Council desires to develop the City-owned land in the Southwest Area in a
manner that is responsive to both public interests and the private development market,and
WHEREAS,the Department of Planning&Development has outlined a development process that
would help formulate a vision for the land and lead to the selection of a preferred developer,and
WHEREAS,the City will require continuing oversight and opportunities for input during the
development phase;now,therefore,be it
RESOLVED,that Common Council approves the development process outlined by the
Department of Planning and Development as a guideline for pre-development,and be it further
RESOLVED,that Common Council directs the Department of Planning and Development to take
the necessary steps to pursue this course of action,and be it further
RESOLVED,that the Mayor,with the advice and approval of Common Council,will appoint a
Client Committee,to assist in the development of a vision for the area and in the preparation of a
Request for Qualifications for a developer;and be it further
RESOLVED,that the Department of Planning and Development shall bring the vision statement
and Request for Qualifications to Common Council for approval before issuance,and be it further
RESOLVED,the Mayor,with the advice and approval of Common Council,will appoint a
Selection Committee to read and rank qualification statements from respondents to the Request for
Qualifications.
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E. Other Items
1. Possible Motion to Enter into Executive Session -to Discuss Proposed Acquisition of
Property
At 9:25 p.m., on a motion by Mackesey, seconded by Townsend, the Committee
unanimously voted to enter into Executive Session to discuss possible acquisition of real
property. (4-0-0) In attendance were committee members Tomlan, Cogan, Mackesey,
and Townsend; Mayor Carolyn Peterson; Alderperson Joel Zumoff; and staff members
Nels Bohn and H. Matthys Van Cort.
Committee returned to open session at 9:50 p.m. Chair Tomlan reported that no action
was taken.
F. Approval of Minutes—September 22, 2004
On a motion by Cogan, seconded by Townsend, the September 22, 2004 minutes were
unanimously approved(4-0-0) with the following revision:
D. 1 Acceptance of Sculpture
Dan Cogan asked if this acceptance was in accordance with the City of Ithaca Public
Art Plan. JoAnn Cornish explained that the Public Art Commission had
recommended the acceptance of the work. Gary Ferguson added that the funds for
the purchase of the piece came mostly from the Tompkins County Room Tax.
G. Adjournment
On a motion by Cogan, seconded by Townsend, the meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
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JOANN CORNISH, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development - 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA - 607-274-6559
Email: planning @cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558
CITY OF ITHACA
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT INCENTIVE FUND
The Neighborhood Improvement Incentive Fund has been established by the City of Ithaca to
encourage those who are concerned about the physical and social quality of our neighborhoods to
think creatively and practically about improvement projects. The fund was created to support a
wide range of projects, including but not limited to neighborhood cleanups, plantings in public
spaces, neighborhood events such as area-wide reusc events or block parties, and neighborhood
meetings. The fiand is not meant to substitute for neighborhood fund raising or capital
improvements to neighborhoods; instead, it is intended to hasten completion of small projects
and to stimulate, or"seed," larger projects.
Requests for payment for event organizers or for hours spent making physical improvements are
not eligible under this program -the aim is to encourage, not to replace, volunteerism. Funds
will be distributed in increments not to exceed$300 per year to any one group. Preference will be
given to neighborhoods not recently granted money from the fund. Political or partisan activities
(e.g., a meet the candidates night) will not be eligible unless all the candidates for the office are
invited. Applications will be reviewed by the Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic
Development Committee of Common Council, which is authorized to approve expenditures for
projects that fall within the guidelines. The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of every
month. Applications should be submitted ten days in advance of the meeting to Leslie Chatterton,
Neighborhood Planner. Department of Planning & Development, City Hall, 108 East Green
Street, Ithaca, NY 14850. Please submit printed materials (flyers, newsletters, etc.) related to the
application when they are available, either with the application or upon later completion. For
additional information contact Leslie Chatterton, 274-6555.
The Neighborhood Incentive Fund award is a reimbursement grant. At the completion of
an event or project, applicants must submit a City voucher with original receipts attached,
to the Department of Planning & Development. Regretfully, the City cannot reimburse the
expense of sales tax. If you need assistance with the reimbursement process you may
contact Leslie Chatterton, or Rose Tucker, 274-6550, in the Planning Department.
Requirements:
1. The application requires a brief description of the proposed project, a project budet,
including a verifiable estimate of the cost of items for which the request is being made,
and signatures of neighborhood residents. For requests under S100, five signatures are
required; for requests over S100, twenty signatures are required.
2.
The project must benefit the general neighborhood, not a select few residents. One
competitive basis for evaluating requests will be the number of residents who benefit
from the project.
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HERITAGE MONTH CELEERATION
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CaMA AuditOria, • Traditional Latin American Dancers from Colombia
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• Latin American Music,Dances and Poetry ,Reading
Friday, Oct. 8 Cafe tAatteiertgo
840 p.M. • Puerto Rican Folkloric Music and Dance
C$NA Auditoria, featuring:Group Yerba, Buena
Latin Dance Pa ety File s tray
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Featuring: Jorge Cuevas and the Rising Sign
P.M. Latino music:Salsa,Merengue,Son,and more...
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All events are free and open to the public.Events are possible in part wish public funds from the Community Arts
Partnership/NY Council on the Arts Decentralization Program.Co-sponsored by City of Ithaca;
Cornell Public Service Center;Cornell Colombian Student Association;She Community School of Music and Arts;
and TC3-Otrice of Multicultural Affairs
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H. MATTHYS VAN CORT, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
JOANN CORNISH, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development - 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA - 607-274-6559
Email: planning @cityofithaca.org Email: iuraC'cityofithaca.org
Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558
To: Carolyn Peterson,Mayor Bill Gray, Superintendent of Public Works
Common Council Conservation Advisory Council
Julie Holcomb, City Clerk Planning&Development Board
Martin Luster, City Attorney Phyllis Radke, Building Commissioner
H. Matthys Van Cort, Director of Planning&Development
JoAnn Cornish,Deputy Director of Planning and Development
Edward Marx, Tompkins County Planning Commissioner
From: Jennifer Kusznir, Economic Development Planner
Date: September 28, 2004
RE: Downtown Zoning Amendment
The purpose of this memo is to provide information regarding the proposal to change the zoning
height regulations for some portions of downtown. Planning staff feels it is in the City's best interest
to encourage mixed-use development in downtown in order to build a strong downtown core, thereby
strengthening the City as whole. Modest changes in building height regulations, and therefore
density, can improve project feasibility in selected downtown locations. Any such changes must be
strategically designed so as not to negatively impact older downtown buildings, sun exposure, or
significant views. In staffs opinion, the zoning amendments recommended below meet these
criteria. Staff feels they would improve project feasibility on selected sites, while not significantly
impacting their surroundings. The following changes are proposed:
• Map change from CBD-60 to CBD-100 for a portion of parcel 70.-4-4
• Map change from CBD-60 to CBD-85 for all of parcels 70.-4-6 and 70.-4-5.2
The visual impacts and the impacts from shadows created by increased height were evaluated as part
of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Downtown Development Mixed Use Project
(The DEIS). The DEIS found that the proposed height would be compatible with the heights of the
surrounding buildings. The results of the shadow study found only small impacts from the increased
height. The table below summarizes the findings of the shadow analysis completed as part of the
DEIS.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversification." 0
Summary of Shadow Study North of East Green Street
Time Commons Center Ithaca Skylight Streets and Surrounding Buildings
Winter 10 Shaded by Shaded by existing buildings. No Current condition unclear. Proposed
AM Existing new shading from proposed garage. garage shades small portion
Buildings. northeast corner City Hall.
Winter 12 No new No shading currently or proposed.
Noon shading
from
Winter 3 PM proposed Small area of southwest corner of City Hall shades garage.
garage. skylight may be shaded.
Summer 9 No change from existing conditions. May shade more of City Hall eastern
AM _ windows.
Summer 12 No change from existing conditions.
Noon
Summer 5 City Hall shades garage.
PM
Equinox 9 No change from existing conditions. Current condition unclear. Proposed
AM _ garage shades portion of City Hall.
Equinox 12 No change from existing conditions.
Noon
Equinox 5 City Hall shades garage.
PM
Also enclosed for your information is a shadow analysis of a 100-foot building in the proposed CBD-
100 zone. This information was prepared by Thomas Associates at the request of the new owner of
the Rothchild's building.
A separate but related issue is that of minimum building height. Most areas in downtown now
require that any new construction be of a minimum height. In order to ensure that any new
development will be in character with the existing downtown buildings, and to encourage density,
staff recommends amending the zoning ordinance. Currently the ordinance requires a minimum of
25 feet in height in many areas. This would allow a single story building with a false façade or high
canopy, (such as a gas station or convenience store) to meet the zoning requirements. Staff
recommends revising the ordinance to require a minimum 25 feet in height with two occupiable'
stories in the following zoning districts: (See attached map for locations)
• Chart change for CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140, B-la, B-lb, B-2c,
and B-2d zones to add a minimum of two occupiable stories for any new primary
buildings in any of these zones and any existing buildings that are expanded more than
fifty percent in size.
Enclosed please find environmental review forms for each of these changes. The Planning and
Economic Development Committee will be reviewing this proposal at their October 20, 2004
meeting. It would be greatly appreciated if you could forward me any comments prior to that
meeting.
If you have any questions on any of the enclosed materials, feel free to contact me at 274-6410.
' From City of Ithaca Zoning Ordinance §325-3,"OCCUPIABLE SPACE—A space that is in compliance with
building,housing and zoning codes,that is eligible to receive a certificate of occupancy for commercial,
residential, institutional,educational,or other similar uses,not to include storage or warehousing uses."
SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information
To Be Completed By Staff
In order to answer the questions in this Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF),the preparer is to use
currently available information concerning the project and the likely impacts of the action.
Name of Project:Proposed Zoning Amendment for a portion of parcel 70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to CBD-100
Yes No
1. Will project result in a large physical change to the project site or physically alter ❑
more than one acre of land?
2. Will there be a change to any unique or unusual land form found on the site or to any ❑
site designated a unique natural area or critical environmental area by a local or state
agency?
3. Will the project alter or have any effect on an existing waterway? ❑
4. Will the project have an impact on groundwater quality? ❑
5. Will the project affect drainage flow on adjacent sites? ❑
6. Will the project affect any threatened or endangered plant or animal species? ❑
7. Will the project result in an adverse effect on air quality? ❑
8. Will the project have an effect on visual character of the community or scenic views ❑
or vistas known to be important to the community:
9. Will the project adversely impact any site or structure of historic,pre-historic,or ❑
paleontological importance or any site designated a local landmark or in a landmark
district?
10. Will the project have an effect on existing or future recreational opportunities? ❑
11. Will the project result in traffic problems or cause a major effect to existing ❑
transportation systems?
12. Will the project cause objectionable odors,noise, glare,vibration,or electrical ❑
disturbance as a result of the project's operation during construction or after
completion?
13. Will the project have any impact on public health or safety? ❑
14. Will the project affect the existing community by directly causing a growth in ❑
permanent populations of more than 5 percent over a one-year period OR have a
negative effect on the character of the community or neighborhood?
15. Is there public controversy concerning the project? ❑
If any question has been answered YES, a completed Long Environmental Assessment Form (LEAF)
is necessary.
PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: � '1111110 DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: _Jennifer K nir / 4
REPRESENTING: City of Ithaca
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CITY SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information: To be completed by applicant or project sponsor.
1.Applicant/Sponsor: City of Ithaca Project Name: Proposed zoning amendment for a
portion of parcel 70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to CBD-100
3. Project Location: East Green Street
4. Is Proposed Action:
• New • ► 'Modification/Alteration
Expansion
5. Describe project briefly: A change is the zoning height regulation for a .7 acre portion
of parcel 70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to CBD-100
6. Precise Location(Road Intersections, Prominent Landmarks,etc., or provide map)
Parcels 70.-4-4 located on East Green Street at its intersection with Aurora Street.
7. Amount of Land Affected:
Initially.7 Acres Ultimately.7 Acres
8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use
restrictions?
• Yes ► 'No If No, describe briefly: Action is an amendment to the existing
• zoning.
9. What is present land use in vicinity of project:
• Residential • Industrial • Agricultural • Parkland/Open Space
► 'Commercial • Other
Describe:
10. Does action involve a permit/approval, or funding, now or ultimately, from
governmental agency(Federal, State or'Locall): ► 'Yes • No
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type: Common Council Adoption
of revised zoning.
11. Does any aspect of the action have a currently valid permit or approval?
► Yes • No
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type:
12. As a result of proposed action will existing permit/approval require modification?
• Yes ► 'No
I certify that the information pro ed abov„iz - • tj; est of my knowledge
PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: ��►-�-� �� DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: onom� v opine t Planner
REPRESENTING: City of Ithaca
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CITY SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information: To be completed by applicant or project sponsor.
1.Applicant/Sponsor: City of Ithaca Project Name: Proposed zoning amendment for
parcels 70.4-5.2 and 70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85
3. Project Location: East Green Street
4. Is Proposed Action:
• New • • IModification/Alteration
Expansion
5. Describe project briefly: A change is the zoning height regulation for all of
parcels 70.-4-5.2 and 70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85
6. Precise Location(Road Intersections,Prominent Landmarks, etc., or provide
map)Parcels 70.-4-5.2 and 70.-4-6 located on East Green Street.
7. Amount of Land Affected:
Initiallyl.4 Acres Ultimately 1.4 Acres
8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use
restrictions?
• Yes • Io If No, describe briefly: Action is an amendment to the existing
zoning.
9. What is present land use in vicinity of project:
• Residential • Industrial • Agricultural • Parkland/Open Space
• !Commercial • Other
Describe:
10. Does action involve a permit/approval, or funding, now or ultimately, from
governmental agency(Federal, State or ILocalb: ► 'Yes • No
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type: Common Council Adoption
of revised zoning.
11. Does any aspect of the action have a currently valid permit or approval?
• Yes • No'
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type:
12. As a result of proposed action will existing permit/approval require modification?
• Yes • o
I certify that the information rov.ded ab.vcs::.-L. - to t e best of my knowledge
PREPARER'S SIGNAT • _• ` _ -�'� L�� DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: Econ'F is I- el. . ent Planne
REPRESENTING: City of Ithaca
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SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information
To Be Completed By Staff
In order to answer the questions in this Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF),the preparer is to use
currently available information concerning the project and the likely impacts of the action.
(Name of Project:Proposed Zoning Amendment for a parcels 70.-4-5.2 and 70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85
Yes No
1. Will project result in a large physical change to the project site or physically alter ❑ IJ
more than one acre of land?
2. Will there be a change to any unique or unusual land form found on the site or to any ❑
site designated a unique natural area or critical environmental area by a local or state
agency?
3. Will the project alter or have any effect on an existing waterway? ❑
4. Will the project have an impact on groundwater quality? ❑
5. Will the project affect drainage flow on adjacent sites? ❑
6. Will the project affect any threatened or endangered plant or animal species? ❑
7. Will the project result in an adverse effect on air quality? ❑
8. Will the project have an effect on visual character of the community or scenic views ❑
or vistas known to be important to the community:
9. Will the project adversely impact any site or structure of historic,pre-historic,or ❑
paleontological importance or any site designated a local landmark or in a landmark
district?
10. Will the project have an effect on existing or future recreational opportunities? ❑
11. Will the project result in traffic problems or cause a major effect to existing ❑
transportation systems?
12. Will the project cause objectionable odors,noise, glare,vibration, or electrical ❑
disturbance as a result of the project's operation during construction or after
completion?
13. Will the project have any impact on public health or safety? ❑
14. Will the project affect the existing community by directly causing a growth in ❑ �X
permanent populations of more than 5 percent over a one-year period OR have a
negative effect on the character of the community or neighborhood?
15. Is there public controversy concerning the project? ❑
If any question has been answered S, a completed Long Environmental Assessment Form (LEAF)
is necessary.
PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: .G �' DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: Jennifer i usznir „'
,
REPRESENTING: _City of Ithaca
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CITY SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information: To be completed by applicant or project sponsor.
1.Applicant/Sponsor: City of Ithaca Project Name: Proposed Zoning amendment to add
a Minimum 2-Story requirement for CBD-60,CBD-
85,CBD-100,CBD-120,CBD-140,B-la,B-lb,B-2c,
and B-2d zones
3. Project Location: CBD-60,CBD-85,CBD-100,CBD-120,CBD-140,B-la,B-lb,B-2c,and
B-2d zones
4. Is Proposed Action:
• New • • IModification/Alteration
Expansion
5. Describe project briefly: Add a minimum 2-story requirement to the CBD-60, CBD-85,
CBD-100,CBD-120,CBD-140,B-la,B-lb,B-2c, and B-2d zones
6. Precise Location(Road Intersections,Prominent Landmarks, etc., or provide map) CBD-
60,CBD-85,CBD-100,CBD-120,CBD-140,B-la,B-lb,B-2c,and B-2d zones
7. Amount of Land Affected:
Initially Ultimately
8. Will proposed action comply with existing zoning or other existing land use
restrictions?
• Yes • flo If No, describe briefly: Action is an amendment to the existing
zoning.
9. What is present land use in vicinity of project:
• Residential • Industrial • Agricultural • Parkland/Open Space
• (Commercial • Other
Describe:
10. Does action involve a permit/approval, or funding, now or ultimately, from
governmental agency(Federal, State or Localb: ► 'Yes • No
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type: Common Council Adoption
of revised zoning.
11. Does any aspect of the action have a currently valid permit or approval?
• Yes • INol
If Yes, List Agency Name and Permit/Approval Type:
12. As a result of proposed action will existing permit/approval require modification?
• Yes • [No
I certify that the informationxpr• '••ed abet- -fit - • the •est of my knowledge
PREPARER'S SIGNATURE: i__._!WA Ala. DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: cono ev- op en Planner
REPRESENTING: City of Ithaca
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•1 SHORT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM
Project Information
To Be Completed By Staff
In order to answer the questions in this Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF),the preparer is to use
currently available information concerning the project and the likely impacts of the action.
WName of Project:Minimum 2-Story requirement for CBD-60,CBD-85,CBD-100,CBD-120,CBD-140, B-1 a, B-1 b,B-2c,
nd B-2d zones
Yes No
1. Will project result in a large physical change to the project site or physically alter ❑ g
more than one acre of land?
2. Will there be a change to any unique or unusual land form found on the site or to any ❑
site designated a unique natural area or critical environmental area by a local or state
agency?
3. Will the project alter or have any effect on an existing waterway? ❑
4. Will the project have an impact on groundwater quality? ❑
5. Will the project affect drainage flow on adjacent sites? ❑
6. Will the project affect any threatened or endangered plant or animal species? ❑ El
7. Will the project result in an adverse effect on air quality? ❑
8. Will the project have an effect on visual character of the community or scenic views ❑
or vistas known to be important to the community:
9. Will the project adversely impact any site or structure of historic,pre-historic,or ❑
paleontological importance or any site designated a local landmark or in a landmark
district?
10. Will the project have an effect on existing or future recreational opportunities? ❑
11. Will the project result in traffic problems or cause a major effect to existing ❑
transportation systems?
12. Will the project cause objectionable odors,noise, glare,vibration,or electrical ❑
disturbance as a result of the project's operation during construction or after
completion?
13. Will the project have any impact on public health or safety? ❑ X
14. Will the project affect the existing community by directly causing a growth in ❑
permanent populations of more than 5 percent over a one-year period OR have a
negative effect on the character of the community or neighborhood?
15. Is there public controversy concerning the project? ❑ X
If any question has been answer-• S, a completed Long Environmental Assessment Form(LEAF)
is necessary.
PREPARER'S SIGNAT _ ,.�A ( DATE: 9/28/04
PREPARER'S TITLE: _Jenni : KusznAMIERIYA
REPRESENTING: _City of thaca w
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Add a Requirement of a Minimum of Two
Occupiable Stories for CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140, B-la,B-lb,B-2c,
and B-2d Zones--Declaration of Lead Agency for the Environmental Review
WHEREAS, State Law and Section 176-6 of the City Code require that a lead agency be
established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state
environmental law, and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review, the
lead agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and
funding or carrying out the action, and
WHEREAS, the proposed zoning amendment is an "Unlisted" Action pursuant to City
Environmental Quality Review(CEQR) Ordinance, which requires review under the CEQR;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council of the City of Ithaca does hereby declare itself lead agency
for the environmental review of the adoption of the zoning amendment to add a requirement of a
minimum of two occupiable stories for CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140, B-la,
B-lb, B-2c, and B-2d zones
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Add a Requirement of a Minimum of Two
Occupiable Stories for CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140,B-la, B-lb,
B-2c, and B-2d zones -- Determination of Environmental Significance
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca is considering a proposal to amend the zoning for the
CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140, B-la, B-lb, B-2c, and B-2d zones in
order to add a minimum building height requirement of two occupiable stories, and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the
preparation of a Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF), and
WHEREAS, this zoning amendment has been reviewed by the Tompkins County
Planning Department Pursuant to §239-1—m of the New York State General Municipal
Law, which requires that all actions within 500 feet of a county or state facility, including
county and state highways, be reviewed by the County Planning Department, and has
also been reviewed by the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, and the City of
Ithaca Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS, the proposed action is an"Unlisted"Action under the City Environmental
Quality Review Ordinance, and
WHEREAS,the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, acting as Lead Agency, has
reviewed the SEAF prepared by planning staff; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter,hereby adopts as
its own, the findings and conclusions more fully set forth on the Short Environmental
Assessment Form, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, hereby
determines that the proposed action at issue will not have a significant effect on the
environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this resolution constitutes notice of this negative declaration and that
the City Clerk is hereby directed to file a copy of the same,together with any
attachments, in the City Clerk's Office, and forward the same to any other parties as
required by law.
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Zoning Amendment to add a Requirement of a Minimum of Two Occupiable Stories
Requirement for CBD-60, CBD-85, CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140,B-la, B-lb,B-2c, and
B-2d Zones—Adoption
WHEREAS, most areas in downtown now require that any new construction be of a minimum
height, and
WHEREAS, in order to ensure that any new development will be in character with the existing
downtown buildings, staff recommends amending the zoning ordinance to establish a minimum
building height requirement of two occupiable stories for the commercial zones in downtown,
and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the preparation of
the Short Environmental Assessment Form (SEAF) and has been reviewed by the County
Planning Department,the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, and the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS,the required public hearing for this action was held on November 3, 2004, and
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, has on
November 3, 2004, determined that the proposed action will not have a significant effect on the
environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary; now therefore be it
RESOLVED,that the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby adopts the proposed zoning
amendment to add a requirement of a minimum two occupiable stories for CBD-60, CBD-85,
CBD-100, CBD-120, CBD-140, B-la, B-lb, B-2c, and B-2d zones
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Change Tax Parcels #70.-4-5.2 and#70.-4-6 from
CBD-60 to CBD-85 -- Declaration of Lead Agency for the Environmental Review
WHEREAS, State Law and Section 176-6 of the City Code require that a lead agency be
established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state
environmental law, and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review,the
lead agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and
funding or carrying out the action, and
WHEREAS,the proposed zoning amendment is an "Unlisted" Action pursuant to the City
Environmental Quality Review(CEQR) Ordinance, which requires environmental review under
CEQR; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council of the City of Ithaca does hereby declare itself lead agency
for the environmental review of the adoption of the zoning amendment to change Tax Parcels
#70.-4-5.2 and#70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85.
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Draft Resolution - October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Change Tax Parcels #70.-4-5.2 and #70.-4-6
from CBD-60 to CBD-85 -- Determination of Environmental Significance
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca is considering a proposal to amend the zoning of Tax
Parcels#70.-4-5.2 and#70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85 , and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the
preparation of a Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF), and
WHEREAS,the visual impacts and the impacts from shadows created by increased
height were evaluated as part of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement(DEIS) for
the Downtown Development Mixed-Use Project, which found that the proposed height
would be compatible with the heights of the surrounding buildings with only small
impacts from shadows from the increased height, and
WHEREAS, this zoning amendment has been reviewed by the Tompkins County
Planning Department Pursuant to §239-1—m of the New York State General Municipal
Law, which requires that all actions within 500 feet of a county or state facility, including
county and state highways, be reviewed by the County Planning Department, and has
also been reviewed by the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, and the City of
Ithaca Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS,the proposed action is an"Unlisted"Action under the City Environmental
Quality Review Ordinance, and
WHEREAS,the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, acting as Lead Agency, has
reviewed the SEAF prepared by planning staff; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, hereby adopts as
its own,the findings and conclusions more fully set forth on the Short Environmental
Assessment Form, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, hereby
determines that the proposed action at issue will not have a significant effect on the
environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this resolution constitutes notice of this negative declaration and that
the City Clerk is hereby directed to file a copy of the same, together with any
attachments, in the City Clerk's Office, and forward the same to any other parties as
required by law.
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Zoning Amendment to Change Tax Parcels#70.-4-5.2 and#70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to
CBD-85 -- Adoption
WHEREAS, it is the City's intention to encourage mixed-use development in downtown in order
to build a strong downtown core,thereby strengthening the City as whole, and
WHEREAS, modest changes in building height regulations, and therefore density, can improve
project feasibility in selected downtown locations, and
WHEREAS, staff has recommended zoning changes that have been strategically designed so as
not to negatively impact older downtown buildings, sun exposure, or significant views, and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the preparation of
the Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF) and has been reviewed by the County
Planning Department, the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, and the City of Ithaca
Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS, the visual impacts and the impacts from shadows created by increased height were
evaluated as part of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement(DEIS) for the Downtown
Development Mixed -Use Project, which found that the proposed height would be compatible
with the heights of the surrounding buildings with only small impacts from shadows from the
increased height, and
WHEREAS, the required public hearing for this action was held on November 3, 2004, and
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, has on
November 3, 2004, determined that the proposed action will not have a significant effect on the
environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary; now therefore be it
RESOLVED,that the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby adopts the proposed zoning
amendment to change Tax Parcels #70.-4-5.2 and#70.-4-6 from CBD-60 to CBD-85.
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Change a Portion of Tax Parcel#70.-4-4 from
CBD-60 to CBD-100—Declaration of Lead Agency for Environmental Review
WHEREAS, State Law and Section 176-6 of the City Code require that a lead agency be
established for conducting environmental review of projects in accordance with local and state
environmental law, and
WHEREAS, State Law specifies that for actions governed by local environmental review,the
lead agency shall be that local agency which has primary responsibility for approving and
funding or carrying out the action, and
WHEREAS,the proposed zoning amendment is an"Unlisted"Action pursuant to the City
Environmental Quality Review(CEQR) Ordinance, which requires environmental review under
CEQR; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that Common Council of the City of Ithaca does hereby declare itself lead agency
for the environmental review of the adoption of the zoning amendment to change a portion of
Tax Parcel #70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to CBD-100.
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Adoption of the Zoning Amendment to Change a Portion of Tax Parcel#70.-4-4
from CBD-60 to CBD-100 --Determination of Environmental Significance
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is considering a proposal to amend the zoning of a portion
of Tax Parcel #70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to CBD-100, and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the
preparation of a Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF), and
WHEREAS, a shadow analysis was conducted for the increased building height in order
to determine the impacts on surrounding buildings, and
WHEREAS, this zoning amendment has been reviewed by the Tompkins County
Planning Department Pursuant to §239-1—m of the New York State General Municipal
Law, which requires that all actions within 500 feet of a county or state facility, including
county and state highways, be reviewed by the County Planning Department, and has
also been reviewed by the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council, and the City of
Ithaca Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS,the proposed action is an"Unlisted"Action under the City Environmental
Quality Review Ordinance, and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, acting as Lead Agency, has
reviewed the SEAF prepared by planning staff; now,therefore, be it
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, hereby adopts as
its own, the findings and conclusions more fully set forth on the Short Environmental
Assessment Form, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, hereby
determines that the proposed action at issue will not have a significant effect on the
environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary, and be it further
RESOLVED,that this resolution constitutes notice of this negative declaration and that
the City Clerk is hereby directed to file a copy of the same, together with any
attachments, in the City Clerk's Office, and forward the same to any other parties as
required by law.
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Draft Resolution- October 20, 2004
Zoning Amendment to Change a Portion of Tax Parcel#70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to
CBD-100 --Adoption
WHEREAS, it is the City's intention to encourage mixed-use development in downtown
in order to build a strong downtown core, thereby strengthening the City as whole, and
WHEREAS, modest changes in building height regulations, and therefore density, can
improve project feasibility in selected downtown locations, and
WHEREAS, staff has recommended zoning changes that have been strategically
designed so as not to negatively impact older downtown buildings, sun exposure, or
significant views, and
WHEREAS, appropriate environmental review has been conducted including the
preparation of the Short Environmental Assessment Form(SEAF) and has been reviewed
by the County Planning Department,the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council,
and the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board, and
WHEREAS, a shadow analysis of the increased height has been completed in order to
determine the impacts on surrounding buildings, and
WHEREAS,the required public hearing for this action was held on November 3, 2004,
and
WHEREAS,the City of Ithaca Common Council, as lead agency in this matter, has on
November 3, 2004, determined that the proposed action will not have a significant effect
on the environment, and that further environmental review is unnecessary; now therefore
be it
RESOLVED,that the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby adopts the proposed
zoning amendment to change a portion of Tax Parcel#70.-4-4 from CBD-60 to
CBD-100.
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CITY OF ITHACA
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
H. MATTHYS VAN COAT, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
JOANN CORNISH, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development - 607-274-6550 Community DevelopmentilURA - 607.274-6559
Email: planning @citvofithaca.org Email: iuraftcityotithaca.org
Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558
TO: Members of the Planning,Neighborhoods and Economic Development Committee
FROM: Leslie Chatterton,Historic Preservation Planner d42
RE: Preserve America Communities Application
DATE: October 19, 2004
At my request, the Chairperson of the Planning, Neighborhoods and Economic Development Committee
has agree to allow me to briefly address the Committee about the City's opportunity to apply for status as
a Preserve America Community. Preserve America is a White House initiative developed in
cooperation with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation and the U.S. Department of the Interior,
Commerce, Agriculture and Housing and Urban Development. The program has several components, one
of which is the designation of Preserve America Communities
Background
The Preserve America Community designation is granted to communities that meet three general criteria
• The community has recently supported a historic or cultural preservation project that fosters
economic vitality and involves a public-private partnership.
• The governing body of the community has adopted a resolution indicating its commitment to the
preservation of its heritage assets.
• The community meets at least five criteria specified in three broad categories: discovering
heritage through historic places, protecting historic resources and promoting historic assets.
Benefits
• White House recognition;
• a certificate of recognition;
• a Preserve America Community road sign;
• authorization to use the Preserve America logo on signs, flags, banners, and promotional
materials;
• listing in a Web-based Preserve America Community directory;
• inclusion in national and regional press releases;
• official notification of designation to State tourism offices and visitor bureaus; and
• enhanced community visibility and pride.
Although the designation is short on tangible benefits, it does not incur any state or federal regulation or
oversight of the protection of local historic properties. It does honor the efforts of individuals and groups
who have worked hard and committed resources to protect the city's historic character. It provides
another tool to market the city as a great place to live, work, do business and visit and could enhance the
promotional efforts of organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce/Convention and Visitors Bureau
and the Ithaca Downtown Partnership. The application process is relatively simple and can be completed
without encumbering excessive staff time. One requirement. as noted above, is the adoption by Council
of a resolution similar to the model provided with the application. which I have attached. The application
deadline is December 151. I am therefore requesting Committee action to forward the resolution for
Council's vote at the regular meeting scheduled for November
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Sample Resolution to Accompany Application for
Preserve America Community Designation
WHEREAS, Preserve America is a White House initiative developed in cooperation with the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation,the U.S. Department of the Interior, and the U.S.
Department of Commerce; and
WHEREAS,the goals of this initiative include a greater shared knowledge about our Nation's
past, strengthened regional identities and local pride, increased local participation in preserving
the country's irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage assets, and support for the economic
vitality of communities;and
WHEREAS,this initiative is compatible with our community's interests and goals related to
historic preservation; and
WHEREAS,designation as a Preserve America Community will improve our community's
ability to protect and promote its historical resources; now therefore be it
RESOLVED,that the Ithaca Common Council will apply for the designation of the City of Ithaca
as a Preserve America Community;and be it further
RESOLVED, that the Ithaca Common Council will protect and celebrate our heritage, use our
historic assets for economic development and community revitalization, and encourage people to
experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage tourism
programs.
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A Proposed Approach to Developing the City-Owned Land in the Southwest Area
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1. Proposal to Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic Development(PNED) committee and Common
Council. Authorizing resolution for process and for Mayor to appoint client committee.
2. Client Committee Visioning
• Committee Charge: Participate in discussions about the site, help shape a set of goals or
objectives for its development,provide feedback to Planning and Development Department staff
on previous or current concepts based on areas of expertise or experience.
• Committee led and facilitated by Planning and Development Department staff.
• Group to be appointed by Mayor. At her discretion, it may include representatives from:
o Common Council
o Planning and Development Board
o Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency(IURA)
o Conservation Advisory Council
o Planning and Development Department staff
o Sustainable Tompkins' focus group on Planning for Land Use Sustainability(PLUS)
o Tompkins County Area Development(TCAD), Chamber of Commerce, Local Developer
• Conduct a short Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) analysis.
• Two or three meetings worth of discussions to form the rough vision for next step. Any major
differences of opinion to be highlighted and set aside for discussion with the PNED Committee.
3. Planning and Development Department prepares a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for developers.
RFQ based on Client Committee discussions.
4. Public Meeting to present Vision and RFQ and to solicit feedback.
5. Vision and RFQ brought to PNED/Council for approval.
6. RFQ issued to developers.Notice will be posted on City website and emailed to the Urban Land Institute,
American Planning Association, and the New York State Contract Reporter. RFQ will also be distributed
to a list of developers assembled by City staff and the National Development Council (NDC).
7. Selection Committee reads qualifications and selects qualified firms. The Selection Committee will be
appointed by the Mayor and may include City staff, elected officials, and board members. The Planning
for Land Use Sustainability(PLUS) group may act as an advisory group to the Selection Committee.
8. Planning and Development Department staff write a Request for Proposals (RFP) for developers
based on the RFQ development process (above) and information gained through discussions
concerning qualification statements.
9. Staff will present RFP to the PNED and report on the list of qualified firms.
10. RFP issued to qualified firms chosen by Selection Committee.
11. Selection Committee reconvenes to read proposals and recommend preferred developer.
12. Preferred developer status negotiated with developer. Agreement brought to IURA and
PNED/Council for approval. IURA action, with Common Council's concurrence, will be necessary
if the land is to be sold or leased to the preferred developer.
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Proposed Resolution-October 20,2004
SOUTHWEST AREA DEVELOPMENT PROCESS—A Resolution to Outline a
Development Process for the City-Owned Land in the Southwest Area
WHEREAS, Common Council desires to develop the City-owned land in the Southwest Area in
a manner that is responsive to both public interests and the private development market, and
WHEREAS, the Department of Planning & Development has outlined a development process
that would help formulate a vision for the land and lead to the selection of a preferred developer,
and
WHEREAS,the City will require continuing oversight and opportunities for input during the
development phase; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED,that Common Council approves the development process outlined by the
Department of Planning and Development as a guideline for pre-development, and be it further
RESOLVED,that Common Council directs the Department of Planning and Development to
take the necessary steps to pursue this course of action, and be it further
RESOLVED,that Common Council authorizes the Mayor to appoint a Client Committee to
assist in the development of a vision for the area and in the preparation of a Request for
Qualifications for a develop; and be it further
RESOLVED,that the Department of Planning and Development shall bring the vision statement
and Request for Qualifications to Common Council for approval before issuance, and be it
further
RESOLVED,that Common Council authorizes the Mayor to appoint a Selection Committee to
read and rank qualification statements from respondents to the Request for Qualifications.
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DRAFT COPY -- NOT YET APPROVED BY MEMBERS OF PLANNING,
NEIGHBORHOODS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Planning,Neighborhoods & Economic Development Committee
September 22,2004
Minutes
Committee Members Attending: Alderpersons Mary Tomlan, Chair; Dan Cogan; Pam
Mackesey and Gayraud Townsend
Other Elected City Officials Attending: Alderperson Joel Zumoff and Mayor Carolyn K.
Peterson.
City Staff Attending: JoAnn Cornish, Deputy Director of Planning & Development; Jennifer
Kusznir, Economic Development Planner and H. Matthys Van Cort, Director of Planning
& Development
Others Attending: Gary Ferguson, Director of Ithaca Downtown Partnership
Meeting was called to order by Mary Tomlan at 9:18 p.m.
A. Agenda Review
B. Public Comment and Responses:
Joel Harlan from Newfield spoke in favor of development.
C. Announcements and Reports
There were no announcements or reports.
D. Action Items
1. Acceptance of Sculpture
Dan Cogan asked if this acceptance was in accordance with the City of Ithaca
Public Art Plan. JoAnn Cornish explained the proposed acceptance of art to the
Committee. Gary Ferguson added that the funds for the purchase of the piece came
mostly from the Tompkins County Room Tax.
On a motion by Pam Mackesey, seconded by Gayraud Townsend,the Committee
unanimously voted in favor of the proposed resolution accepting the 'Crested King Heron'
sculpture by artist Doug Makemson and directed the resolution be referred to Common
Council for Action. (4-0)
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DRAFT COPY -- NOT YET APPROVED BY MEMBERS OF PLANNING,
NEIGHBORHOODS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
E. Downtown Zoning Amendment- Discussion
Jennifer Kusznir described the proposed map change that would allow taller buildings in
certain areas north of Green Street, and a second amendment that would establish a minimum
building height of two occupiable stories in most commercially zoned areas in downtown.
Cornish explained the rationale for the two-story minimum.
Cogan spoke in favor of the proposed two-story minimum. Thys Van Cort said staff
recommended that exceptions be written into the ordinance for small accessory structures,
small additions, and single-purpose, special-use buildings such as theaters and churches,
which could be expected to be considerably taller than a normal one-story commercial
building.
Mackesey expressed concern at the proposed new maximum building heights.
Staff was instructed to circulate the proposed amendments for comment.
Since this was for discussion only, no resolution was considered
F. Approval of Minutes
On a motion by Townsend, seconded by Mackesey,the August 18, 2004 minutes were
approved with the following revision:
Coles said that she understands the need for more housing within the city
limits, especially given the high number of people who commute for work
from out of the county into the city. However, she also said that she
thinks that-the cliffs are beautiful. . -- . . -- . .. . -
G. Adjournment
On a motion by Mackesey, seconded by Cogan,the meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
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