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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-05-17 Common Council Meeting AgendaOFFICIAL NOTICE OF MEETING A Regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at 6:00 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall, 108 East Green Street, Ithaca, New York. Your attendance is requested. AGENDA 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 2. ADDITIONS TO OR DELETIONS FROM THE AGENDA: 3. PROCLAMATIONS/AWARDS: 4. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: 4.1 Presentation of Quarterly Employee Recognition Award 5. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS BEFORE COUNCIL: 6. PETITIONS AND HEARINGS OF PERSONS BEFORE COUNCIL: 7. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR – COMMON COUNCIL AND THE MAYOR: 8. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: Superintendent of Public Works Office: 8.1 Sahara Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.2 Woody’s Ladybugs, LLC – d/b/a Red’s Place Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.3 Mia Noodle Bar and Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.4 Soulvaki House Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.5 Le Café Cent-Dix Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.6 Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 8.7 Simeon’s American Bistro Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution 9. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: 9.1 Conveyance of 402 South Cayuga Street to Habitat for Humanity – Resolution A. Declaration of Lead Agency – Resolution B. Declaration of Environmental Significance – Resolution C. Approval of Sale of Property at 402 S. Cayuga Street to Habitat for Humanity – Resolution 9.2 Consideration of Common Council Conditional Approval for 323 Taughannock Boulevard Application for Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD) – Resolution Common Council Meeting Agenda April 5, 2017 Page 2 10. CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE: 10.1 Approval to Rename City of Ithaca Fire Department Stations - Resolution 10.2 Approval and Authorization to Execute the City Executive Association Contract - (Proposed Motion to Enter into Executive Session to Discuss Matters Relating to Collective Negotiations with Bargaining Units) - Resolution 10.3 City Controller’s Report 11. REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES: 12. NEW BUSINESS: 13. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER – FILED RESOLUTIONS: 13.1 Opposition to Elimination or Funding Reductions in the CDBG and HOME Programs - Resolution 14. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS: 14.1 Appointments to Various Boards/Committee – Resolution 15. REPORTS OF COMMON COUNCIL LIAISONS: 16. REPORT OF CITY CLERK: 17. REPORT OF CITY ATTORNEY: 18. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS: 18.1 Approval of the March 1, 2017 Common Council Meeting Minutes – Resolution 18.2 Approval of the March 29, 2017 Common Council Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes – Resolution 19. ADJOURNMENT: If you have a disability that will require special arrangements to be made in order for you to fully participate in the meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 274-6570 at least 48 hours before the meeting. ______________________________ Julie Conley Holcomb, CMC City Clerk Date: March 31, 2017 8. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: Superintendent of Public Works Office: 8.1 Sahara Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, the Sahara Restaurant has requested permission to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at the Sahara Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for the Sahara Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.2 Woody’s Ladybugs, LLC – d/b/a Red’s Place Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, Woody’s Ladybugs , LLC – d/b/a Red’s Place Restaurant has requested permission to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Woody’s Ladybugs , LLC – d/b/a Red’s Place Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Woody’s Ladybugs, LLC – d/b/a Red’s Place Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.3 Mia Noodle Bar and Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, Mia Noodle Bar and Restaurant has requested permission to utilize certain areas on The Commons for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Mia Noodle Bar and Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Mia Noodle Bar and Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.4 Soulvaki House Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, Soulvaki House Restaurant has requested to utilize a certain area of public property adjacent to 315 Eddy Street for outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of certain public property located in Collegetown, including outdoor dining; and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on City Property; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining by Soulvaki House Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable; and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Soulvaki House Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.5 Le Café Cent-Dix Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, the City Clerk’s Office has received a request to allow Le Café Cent- Dix to utilize certain areas along North Aurora Street for outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Le Café Cent-Dix, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Le Café Cent-Dix that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.6 Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, the City Clerk’s Office has received a request to allow Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant to utilize certain areas along North Aurora Street for outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, this use of public property has been deemed proper and successful, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Primary and Secondary Commons, including outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Primary and Secondary Commons, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Mercato Bar and Kitchen Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accord with the terms and conditions set forth in application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 8.7 Simeon’s American Bistro Alcohol Permit Request - Resolution WHEREAS, since 1987 the City of Ithaca has issued a license to Simeon's American Bistro Restaurant allowing that restaurant to utilize certain areas along Aurora Street and on the Ithaca Commons for outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, this use of public property has generally been deemed proper and successful, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca wishes to promote diverse uses of the Ithaca Commons, including outdoor dining, and WHEREAS, it is Common Council's responsibility to determine whether or not to allow the serving and consumption of alcohol on the Ithaca Commons, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that the use of this public property for outdoor dining at Simeon's American Bistro Restaurant, including the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol, is desirable, and WHEREAS, Common Council has determined that any use of this or similar public property involving the same and consumption of alcohol should be covered by a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance under the Dram Shop Act; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, For the year 2017, Common Council hereby approves a revocable Alcoholic Beverage Permit for the outdoor sale and consumption of alcohol for Simeon's American Bistro Restaurant that includes the sale of alcohol in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the application therefore, including minimum Dram Shop coverage in the amount of $1,000,000 and the approval of an outdoor dining permit. 9. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: 9.1 Conveyance of 402 South Cayuga Street to Habitat for Humanity – Resolution A. Declaration of Lead Agency – Resolution WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Common Council is considering the proposed sale by the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency of vacant property located at 402 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY (tax map #93.-6-7) to Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc.; and WHEREAS, the proposed sale of an approximately 8,000 square foot parcel of land is an Unlisted action under the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance (CEQRO); and WHEREAS, State Law and Section 176.6 of CEQRO require that a Lead Agency be established for conducting environmental review of proposed actions 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, Common Council approval is required for sale of IURA-owned land; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council does hereby declare itself Lead Agency for the environmental review of the proposed sale of vacant property located at 402 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY. B. Declaration of Environmental Significance – Resolution WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Common Council is considering the proposed sale by the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency of vacant property located at 402 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY (tax map #93.-6-7) to Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc.; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Common Council declared itself Lead Agency for the environmental review of this proposed action; and WHEREAS, such proposed action for the transfer or sale of less than 2.5 contiguous acres of land is an Unlisted Action under the City of Ithaca Environmental Quality Review Ordinance (“CEQR”) and an Unlisted Action under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQR”), both of which require environmental review; and WHEREAS, the Short Environmental Assessment Form (“SEAF”) and supporting information has been provided to the City of Ithaca Conservation Advisory Council for review of the proposed action and no comments have been received to date; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Common Council, acting as Lead Agency for the environmental review, has reviewed and accepted as adequate a Short Environmental Assessment Form, Part 1 and Part 2, prepared by Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency staff; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby determines that the proposed sale of vacant IURA-owned property located at 402 South Cayuga Street, Ithaca, NY to Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc. will result in no significant impact on the environment and that a Negative Declaration for purposes of Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law be filed in accordance with the provisions of Part 617 of the State Environmental Quality Review Act. C. Approval of Sale of Property at 402 South Cayuga Street to Habitat for Humanity – Resolution WHEREAS, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA) is the owner of vacant real property located at 402 South Cayuga Street (tax parcel # 93.-6-7); and WHEREAS, Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc. (Habitat) seeks to acquire 402 South Cayuga to develop new owner-occupied housing to be sold to low-income homebuyers; and WHEREAS, the IURA is authorized to dispose of property to a specific buyer at a negotiated price if such buyer is designated as an eligible and qualified sponsor (Sponsor) to carry out an urban renewal project pursuant to section 508 of General Municipal Law and the sale is approved by Common Council following a public hearing; and WHEREAS, on January 26, 2017, the IURA designated Habitat as a “qualified and eligible sponsor” eligible to acquire 402 South Cayuga Street for the purpose of undertaking an urban renewal project to develop affordable for-sale housing; and WHEREAS, the IURA approved entering into a sales agreement for 402 South Cayuga Street property subject Common Council approval and the following terms and conditions: Seller: Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency Purchaser: Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc. Sale price: $32,000.00 Outcome: Development of at least 2 new owner-occupied residences to be sold to households earning no more than 80% of area median income Conditions for Conveyance: 1. Design – Approval of final floor plans and exterior design plans to reasonably maximize accessible design and ensure compatibility with the neighborhood; 2. Project Financing – Submit proof of financing and equity sufficient to construct the project; 3. Site Plan – Submit proof of site plan approval; and 4. Building Permit – Submit proof of issuance of a building permit authorizing at least two dwelling units, and WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the February 18, 2017 edition of the Ithaca Journal disclosing the essential terms of the proposed sale and a public hearing was held on March 8, 2017; and WHEREAS, 402 South Cayuga is located down gradient of the Morse Industrial Corporation that is the source for toxic soil gas vapors that have negatively impacted indoor air quality of many homes in the area; and WHEREAS, in response to this concern, Habitat has voluntarily agreed to install sub-slab depressurization systems to vent soil gas vapors away from occupied spaces in newly constructed homes; and WHEREAS, environmental review on the proposed action has been completed; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council hereby approves the IURA- proposed sales agreement of property located at 402 South Cayuga Street to Habitat For Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, Inc. for the purpose of developing affordable for-sale housing subject to the additional condition that subslab depressurization systems be installed for all new housing units. 1 Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency SPONSOR APPLICATION FORM 402 S. Cayuga Street Property PART 1. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name of Applicant Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties X Corporation Year _1987_ State _NY_ Address PO Box 4683  Partnership Year __ State __ Ithaca, NY 14852  Sole Proprietorship Year __ State __ Contract Person Shannon MacCarrick  Limited Liability Company Year __ State __ Telephone: (607) 844-3529 FAX: ( ) none E-mail address: Shannon@tchabitat.com Tax ID #: 90-0238478 Nature of Business Non-profit; Developer and builder of affordable housing for qualified, income eligible, first-time homebuyers. Company Attorney TBD Accountant Jay Engels____ Firm Name Firm Name Engels Accounting Address Address 45 Atwater Road, Lansing, NY 14882 Telephone Telephone 607-533-1013 Company Officers Name Position Please see attached list of Board Members Company Principles (Shareholder/Members) Name % Interest Shannon MacCarrick, Executive Director 0% (attach additional listing as necessary) 2 Is the company current in all of its tax obligations? Yes _X_ No ___ Explain: Is the company delinquent in the payment of any loan? Yes __ No _X__ Explain: Has the company been declared in default on any of its loans? Yes ___ No __X_ Explain: Has the company ever filed for bankruptcy? Yes ___ No _X__ Explain: Have any of the company’s principles ever personally filed for bankruptcy or in any way sought protection from creditors? Yes ___ No __X_ Explain: Are there currently any unsatisfied judgements against the company? Yes ___ No _X__ Explain: Are there currently any unsatisfied judgements against any of the company’s principles? Yes ___ No _X__ Explain: Are any of the company’s principles or the company involved in any pending lawsuits? Yes ___ No __X_ Explain: PART 2. PROJECT INFORMATION Summary Project Description (program and physical description): We are proposing to purchase the vacant lot at 402 S Cayuga Street as a future build site for Habitat for Humanity homes. The lot would be divided into four smaller parcels, allowing each Habitat homeowner to purchase their own land and house. Each home would be sold to a family identified by Habitat, meeting our criteria of ability to pay, willingness to partner, and need for affordable housing. Please see attached for additional information. (attach additional information as necessary) Project Costs Sources of Funds Property Acquisition $32,000 Bank Construction $720,000 Equity/Cash $145,000 Machinery/Equipment $0 CHD Grant $160,000 Professional Fees $2,500 AHC Grant $140,000 Working Capital $45,000 HUD funding $120,000 _________________ Other grants, corporate sponsors, & individual donor contributions $234,500 TOTAL $799,500 TOTAL $799.500 4 PART 4. REQUIRED EXHIBITS Exhibit A – Company Background • A brief narrative describing the company’s history & current operations • A description of the company’s current operating facilities – both owned and leased • If a development project, identify members of development team including architect (if applicable) • A summary of the company’s current full and part-time employment Exhibit B – Project Information • Physical description of the proposed project, including any business or residential relocation which may result from the undertaking of the project (plans, elevations and conceptual renderings strongly encouraged) • Projected new full-time equivalent (FTE) permanent employment to be created by the project by job title and approximate annual salary/hourly rate • Projected changes in property tax revenues resulting from the project • Projected change in other municipal revenues resulting from the project • Other public benefits • Documentation of all project costs shown in Part 2 of this application (vendor quotes, negotiated sales prices, engineer’s or contractor’s estimates, etc.) • Summary of proposed project financing, including status of other loan applications and source of equity capital. Exhibit C – Financial Information • Financial statements of the company for the last three completed fiscal years or other information to verify financial capacity to complete the project • Documentation of other required financing including bank and other public lending agency commitment letters, bond inducements, and evidence of availability and commitment of cash equity requirements Exhibit D – Additional Information (as applicable) • For projects involving realty acquisition beyond the IURA parcel, evidence of site control or current ownership in the form of a binding option, sale agreement, deed, etc. PART 2. PROJECT INFORMATION Summary Project Description: (continued) We are proposing to purchase the vacant lot located at 402 S Cayuga Street, from the City of Ithaca, as a future build site for Habitat for Humanity homes. The lot would be divided into four smaller parcels, allowing each Habitat homeowner to purchase their own lot and house. Each home would be sold to a family identified by Habitat, meeting our criteria of ability to pay, willingness to partner, and need for affordable housing. What is unique about our proposal is not necessarily the construction homes but, the ability to construct four, owner-occupied units which will be sold to low-income (30%-60% AMI) families from our community. Further, Habitat utilizes volunteers to engage the community in our work, minimize construction labor expenses, and to serve as advocates for quality, affordable housing and the families who need it. We also partner with local and national gift-in-kind partners to keep our cash costs as low as possible – the combination of volunteer labor along with donated professional services and construction materials helps us focus our cash where we need it most. Lastly, Habitat has a unique house pricing model. We “back into“ the sales price of each of our homes based on the homeowner-to-be’s ability to pay. We guarantee our homeowners a 0% interest or 0% interest-equivalent, affordable mortgage (payments of 29% or less of monthly household income). Once we determine that first mortgage amount, we cover the gap between that value and the true value of the home with silent second mortgages (which are forgiven over time), or grant funding. Our commitment to affordability and ability to subsidize allow us to help deserving low-income families become homeowners when traditional banks and other lenders simply can’t make the numbers work. Although our mission isn’t easy, we truly believe that we build strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter, and that everyone, everywhere, should have a healthy, affordable place to call home. In addition to the rarity of buildable land in the City of Ithaca, the cost of land has long been prohibitive for us. We’ve learned that it’s more affordable to build in rural areas of Tompkins county and, for many years, we’ve quietly but diligently worked to house families in Groton, Lansing, Trumansburg, Dryden, etc. This said, we cannot ignore the increasing demand for affordable housing in Ithaca. Challenging as it may be, we realize that it’s time to rally our troops, rally our donors, and build where Tompkins County families need us most – right where they work and attend school – right in Ithaca. In addition to affordability, we promise safety, durability and quality to our homeowners. We exceed EnergySTAR standards, meet all local, state and Habitat codes and regulations, and seek out neighborhoods where our families will have safe and easy access to transportation, schools, work, and shopping. Our homes are simple but functional. Our proposed designs would mesh well with the existing housing in the area while maintaining their unique feature of affordability. Our tentative schedule for this project would be to purchase the property around June 2017, proceed throughout the remainder of the year to finalize architectural plans, and meet with the Planning and Zoning Boards to obtain the required variances. We would break ground around June of 2018 (after our Morris Ave/Third Street builds are complete). Construction would likely take us somewhat longer than usual, since we are accustom to building 1 or 2 units at a time, but not 4. This said, with ample volunteer support and solid construction management, we would likely complete the builds in 18-24 months. 1 Part 4 – Required Exhibits Exhibit A – Company Background  A brief narrative describing the company’s history & current operations  Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties has been building simple, decent, affordable homes in partnership with qualified local families since 1987. We have constructed 24 homes throughout Tompkins and Cortland to date, in addition to completing a number of small repair projects. Beginning as a grassroots, all-volunteer organization, we have transitioned to a staffed affiliate over the past 8 years. Our primary focus is constructing new housing, with the support of volunteer labor and donated goods and services, but we also do minor exterior repairs for low-income homeowners and are exploring the possibilities of rehabilitating existing housing stock. Habitat’s client base is families with household incomes of 30-60% of County AMI. W e offer 0% interest or 0% interest-equivalent mortgages and set our mortgage amounts based on the homebuyer’s income and ability to pay. Through the use of subsidizes and grant funding, we are able to sell our homes to families well below market rate and to guarantee long-term affordability.  Our current operations include a small staff (one FT Executive Director and two PT support staff) and construction of 1-3 homes each year. We build throughout both Tompkins and Cortland Counties and select qualified homebuyers from anywhere within that service area. In addition to building new homes, we also offer construction training opportunities for women and partner with area universities and schools to engage youth in our work.  A description of the company’s current operating facilities – both owned and leased  Habitat for Humanity of Tompkins and Cortland Counties rents a small office at 14 W Main St in Dryden, NY (our rent is donated, in exchange for the tax write-off). We also share a storage barn with the Varna Community Center, in Varna (again, no charge for rent).  Habitat does not currently own or lease any other operating facilities. We own one small parcel of land in Cortland that is up for sale (27 Kent Road), we are in the process of selling a 32 acre parcel of land near Salo Drive in Trumansburg to the Town of Ulysses (gifted to Habitat but not buildable), and we will soon own property at the corner of Morris Avenue and Third Street, in the City of Ithaca.  If a development project, identify members of development team including architect (if applicable)  Roberta Militello, M. Arch, LEED AP (BD+C)  Kathryn Connelly, Architect  George Frantz, AICP 2  Gary Bush, PE  A summary of the company’s current full and part-time employment  Shannon MacCarrick, Executive Director, Full-time  Elizabeth Warner, Family Services Coordinator, Part-time  Staci Rogers, Development Associate, Part-time  Construction Manager, Full-time, to be hired in February 2017 Exhibit B – Project Information  Physical description of the proposed project, including any business or residential relocation which may result from the undertaking of the project (plans, elevations and conceptual renderings strongly encouraged)  Our proposed project will include four, one-family dwellings (attached to one another by a party wall or walls), to be sold to qualified, low-income, first-time homebuyers. The dwellings will each be two stories tall and include front porches, as well as a side or back entry and off-street parking for one vehicle. No business or residential relocation will result from the project. Please also see attached plans.  Projected new full-time equivalent (FTE) permanent employment to be created by the project by job title and approximate annual salary/hourly rate  We do not anticipate creating any new FTE positions with this project but we are hiring a FT Construction Manager early this year, primarily to manage our Morris Avenue/Third Street builds. We plan to keep that staff position for these Cayuga Street builds and may hire an AmeriCorps or PT Volunteer Coordinator/Construction Assistant for this project. Approximate annual salary for Construction Manager is $40,000; salary for Volunteer Coordinator/Construction Assistant would be in the range of $9,000 - $18,000 (dependent upon whether we hire through the AmeriCorps program or not).  Projected changes in property tax revenues resulting from the project  Property tax revenues will increase as we transform what is currently a vacant lot into four new units of owner-occupied housing in the City of Ithaca. Despite the all too common belief that Habitat gives away houses, we do, in fact, sell our homes and each Habitat family is a contributing member of the tax base, just like their neighbors. We anticipate that each unit we build will be valued at approximately $180,000. Based on current tax rates, each unit would contribute approximately $2,100 to the annual tax base (City of Ithaca taxes only).  Projected change in other municipal revenues resulting from the project  Similar to tax revenues, Habitat homeowners would also add to municipal revenues (such as water and sewer), adding four new contributors to the existing base. 3  Other public benefits  The creation of four units of affordable housing in the City of Ithaca will help, even if only on a small scale, alleviate some of the existing and desperate need for more affordable, owner-occupied housing within the city limits.  Habitat utilizes volunteers to help build our homes; the construction of these units will expose dozens, if not hundreds, of community members to Habitat’s work and our mission to provide decent, affordable housing for low-income families that need it. By way of volunteering on a Habitat site, individuals become advocates for our cause and have an increased awareness of the need for affordable housing in our community. Our volunteers represent all ages and all walks of life but the experience that each of them has, working together and helping a fellow member of their community, is transformative. We’d like to think that Habitat is effective not only at engaging volunteers in construction, but in advocating for affordable housing and in caring for their community.  Some of our Habitat homebuyers are living in subsidized rental units or Section 8 housing before they purchase their Habitat home. Once our families move in, they “free up” a unit of rental housing for another family – a family which could be living in a sub-standard situation now, or may even be homeless. The process of building a Habitat home(s) not only creates a house for one family, but makes available their former rental unit for another.  The creation of four new units of housing means that four more families will be living, shopping, attending school, utilizing public transportation, and doing business in the City of Ithaca – all helping to keep our downtown vibrant.  Documentation of all project costs shown in Part 2 of this application (vendor quotes, negotiated sales prices, engineer’s or contractor’s estimates, etc.)  We do not yet have vendor quotes, negotiated sales prices or formal estimates for this project. The costs in Part 2 are based off of prior experience and previous builds. We will obtain estimates and quotes if and when this project becomes definite, and once our Morris Avenue/Third Street homes are underway. Requesting reduced pricing or gift-in-kind from vendors this far in advance, for example, is difficult to do. We typically need to secure those contributions, discounts and other commitments within the fiscal year that we’ll use them.  Summary of proposed project financing, including status of other loan applications and source of equity capital.  Please note, Habitat has never used a loan to cover construction expenses and we’ve utilized a line of credit on only a few occasions, to purchase land when we were waiting to receive checks from grant funders. Although we have not officially applied for any funding for this project, we anticipate that our project funding will include: 4  Equity/Cash, $100,000: From the sale of two homes at Morris Avenue/Third Street, in early 2018  CHD (Community Housing Development) Grant, $160,000: We have successfully secured CHD funds in the past and anticipate that by applying again (possibly over the course of two funding cycles), we could receive approximately $40,000 per unit to support this project.  AHC (NYS Affordable Housing Corporation) Grant, $140,000: Through a partnership with Habitat NYS, we have successfully applied for and received funds in the amount of $35,000 per build, for each unit that we construct, annually over the past 7 years. This funding commitment is stable and we anticipate that it will continue to be available to us through our proposed Cayuga St builds.  HUD Entitlement Grant Program, $100,000: We intend to apply for HUD funds to support this project, likely spread out over the course of two funding cycles. Our estimate is that we could request $25,000 (possibly more) per unit.  Other grants, corporate sponsors and individual donors, $189,500: Habitat has long sustained itself through the generosity of local donors, small grants, and business sponsorships. We regularly request financial support from a growing list of local individuals, who generously write checks or make monthly contributions to help fund our work. Each year, we approach a growing list of local businesses and corporations for event and house sponsorships; these contributions range from $500 - $10,000 each. Lastly, we have a long list of foundations and grantors whom we would approach to support our Cayuga Street builds. They include, but are not limited to: The Community Foundation, M&T Bank, Citizens Bank, JM MacDonald Foundation, The Park Foundation, The Legacy Foundation, Tompkins Charitable Gift Fund, the Federal Home Loan Bank, and others. Exhibit C – Financial Information  Financial statements of the company for the last three completed fiscal years or other information to verify financial capacity to complete the project  Financial statements attached  Please see “Supplemental Information” attachment for more detail on our financial stability and capacity  Documentation of other required financing including bank and other public lending agency commitment letters, bond inducements, and evidence of availability and commitment of cash equity requirements 5  At this time, we do not have any other public agency commitment letters for this project. Once applications become available and decisions are made, we anticipate funding from the Community Housing Development Fund, NYS Affordable Housing Corporation and the HUD Entitlement program. We will also apply for smaller grants, as listed above. The sale of two homes on Morris Avenue and Third Street (in 2018) will generate funds which will be put towards the construction of this project and we are currently in the process of selling a parcel of land in Trumansburg to the Town of Ulysses. That sale will produce $50,000 in un-designated funds, which we intend to set aside for the purchase of 402 S Cayuga St and initial development and design expenses. Exhibit D – Additional Information (as applicable)  For projects involving realty acquisition beyond the IURA parcel, evidence of site control or current ownership in the form of a binding option, sale agreement, deed, etc.  Not applicable North Elevation - Titus AvenueScale: 1 " = 12'South ElevationHabitat of Tompkins & Cortland CountiesDecember 8, 2016 9.2 Consideration of Common Council Conditional Approval for 323 Taughannock Boulevard Application for Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD) – Resolution WHEREAS, on March 2, 2016, the Common Council adopted legislation establishing a Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD) for a period of 18 months in the Waterfront Study Area; and WHEREAS, on January 16, 2017, Rampart Real, LLC submitted a completed TMPUD application; and WHEREAS, the proposed project involves the subdivision of the parcel and the construction of 8 attached townhomes and 8 parking spaces, on a .242 acre lot on Inlet Island; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the adopted City process for consideration of a planned unit development, the application was circulated to City boards and committees, as well as to the County Planning Department; and WHEREAS, a public information session, hosted by the applicant, was held on February 27, 2017; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the TMPUD adopted process, the meeting was advertised in the Ithaca Journal, signs were posted on the property, and property owners within 500 feet were notified by mail of the meeting; and WHEREAS, a notice was posted in the Ithaca Journal on February 22, 2017, in order to advertise a legal public hearing to be held on March 8, 2017; and WHEREAS, after the public information session was held, it was discovered that while the meeting had been advertised in the paper and to other local media with the correct information, the post cards that were sent to property owners within 500 feet had an incorrect date listed; and WHEREAS, in order to ensure that there was adequate opportunity for public comment on this proposal, the Planning Committee requested that a second public information session be held prior to the Common Council vote, tentatively scheduled for April 5, 2017; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the TMPUD adopted process, the March 30, 2017 meeting was advertised in the Ithaca Journal, on March 25, 2017, and signs were posted on the property, and property owners within 500 feet were notified by mail of the meeting; and WHEREAS, the second public information session was held on March 30, 2017, and minutes were recorded and forwarded to the Common Council; and WHEREAS, the process for consideration of an application for a Planned Unit Development requires that the applicant obtain an approval in concept from the Common Council prior to beginning the site plan review process; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has reviewed all of the comments that were received and discussed the proposal; and WHEREAS, according to the City Comprehensive Plan future development in the waterfront area should include mixed uses, including commercial and housing, and should maintain access to the water; and WHEREAS, the proposed project contains 16 residential housing units, 8 of which can be used as either studio apartments or rental office space, and maintains public access to the water; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Common Council has reviewed the application for the Rampart Real, LLC Inlet Island project and has determined that it does comply with the goals of the City Comprehensive Plan, and therefore the Common Council does hereby grant an approval in concept to Rampart Real, LLC.; and, be it further RESOLVED, That by granting an approval in concept, the Common Council acknowledges that the applicant is able to begin the site plan review process, despite any zoning-based deficiencies in the application; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the Common Council does hereby request that the City Planning and Development Board update the Common Council after each Planning and Development Board meeting where this project is considered and to request ongoing written comments from the Common Council; and, be it further RESOLVED, That if this project receives a negative declaration of environmental significance and contingent site plan approval, the applicant will return to the Common Council for final consideration of the adoption of the Planned Unit Development district. BACK-UP ITEM 9.2 TO: Common Council FROM: Jennifer Kusznir, Economic Development Planner DATE: March 27, 2017 RE: Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development for Rampart Real, LLC - 323 Taughannock Boulevard, City of Ithaca - Corrected Resolution The purpose of this memo is to clarify the attached revised resolution for approval in concept of the application for a Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD) from Rampart Real, LLC for a development project to be located at 323 Taughannock Boulevard in the city of Ithaca. This application was previously discussed at the February 8, 2017, Planning Committee Meeting of Common Council. At th at meeting the Planning Committee directed staff to circulate th e TMPUD proposal and hold a public information session. A public information session was held on February 27, 2017, and minutes from that meeting were included in your March agenda packet. Unfortunately, after the public information session was held, it was discovered that while the meeting had been advertised in the paper and to other local media with the correct information, the post cards that were sent to property owners within 500 feet had an incorrect date listed. In order to ensure that there is adequate opportunity for the public to understand the proposed project, a second public information was publicized to be held on March 30th, 2017. Minutes from this meeting and any additional comments that are received will be forwarded to the Common Council prior to the Common Council meeting on April 5th, 2017. In order to prevent a delay in the project schedule, the Planning Committee passed a resolution that stated that the appr oval in concept for the TMPUD for Rampart Real, LLC - 323 Taughannock Boulevard, City of Ithaca, was conditioned on a se cond public information session to be held prior to the Council vote slated for April 5th, 2017. T he enclosed resolution that was passed at the Planning Committee meeting has been amended, with changes tracked, in order to reflect the public information session being held on March 31st, 2017. If you have questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact me at jkusznir@cityofithaca.org. CITY OF ITHACA 108 E. Green Street — 3rd Floor Ithaca, NY 14850-5690 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559 Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org Fax: 607-274-6558 Fax: 607-274-6558 323 Taughannock Boulevard Project ― PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION ― Meeting Minutes Monday, February 27, 2017 – 5:00 p.m. 2nd Floor Conference Room, City Hall, 108 E. Green St. This meeting was advertised in the Ithaca Journal on 02/18/17 and again on 02/27/17. It was also posted online on the Ithaca Journal website. Below is a copy of the media release that was distributed. ― MEDIA RELEASE ― City of Ithaca Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD) Public Information Session: Proposed Inlet Island Development Project Day: February 27, 2017 Time: 5:00 PM Place: 2nd Floor Conference Room, City Hall 108 E. Green St., Ithaca, New York On February 27, 2017, the City of Ithaca will hold a Public Information Session for a proposed project on Inlet Island. The Public Information Session will begin at 5:00 PM, in the 2nd Floor Conference Room in City Hall, 108 E. Green Street, Ithaca. In accordance with the requirements of the City of Ithaca Temporary Mandatory Planned Unit Development (TMPUD), the developer and project team will present information about the project and answer questions from the public. The proposed project involves the construction of 8 attached townhomes on Inlet Island, on a .242 acre lot. The townhomes will contain up to 2 dwelling units each for a maximum total of 16 units and 8 parking spaces. The applicant is proposing zoning for the site that is identical to the WF-2 Zoning District. For questions regarding this project, or to see the completed TMPUD application, please contact Jennifer Kusznir at jkusznir@cityofithaca.org, or 274-6550. Department of Planning, Building, Zoning, & Economic Development 108 E. Green St., Third Floor, City of Ithaca (City Hall) Ithaca, New York 14850 Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., M-F Attended by(Names taken from Sign in Sheet): Jennifer Kusznir Steve Flash Noah Demerest Tom Cowing Helen Duxbury Cynthia Brock Tom Hartshorne Background Information on Planned Unit Development and Overview of Process A Planned Unit Development or PUD is a tool that is used by municipalities to encourage mixed-use or unique single use projects that require more flexibility than is possible under standard zoning regulations. A PUD allows for flexibility in planning and design, while through the process of review and discussion, ensures efficient investment in public improvements, a more suitable environment, and protection of community interest. To establish a PUD an applicant is required to work with the Common Council to determine appropriate development of a site. In 2014, the City adopted a floating Planned Unit Development Zone (PUD) that could be used in any Industrial zoning district. In fall of 2015, the Common Council adopted Plan Ithaca, as Phase I of the City of Ithaca’s Comprehensive Plan and subsequently directed planning staff to begin working on a waterfront development plan as a part of the phase II of the Plan. This planning effort will likely result in changes to the established zoning in all or portions of the waterfront area. In order to ensure that any development that happens while this plan is being established is in line with the goals of the Comprehensive Plan, in February of 2015 the City decided to rezone the entire waterfront area to a temporary mandatory Planned Unit Development or TMPUD for a period of 18 months. Since, the zoning in this area is in a transition period, this process requires Common Council oversite on any potential development plans. This public information session is a part of this process. The applicant will be making a brief presentation about their project and then we will open it up for any questions or comments about the project. Notes from this meeting will be sent to the Common Council to help them in making their decision as to whether or not this project will help to achieve the goals of the Comprehensive Plan. Questions & Answers Applicable questions from attendees and developer responses are summarized below, but are not recorded verbatim. Public Question: What is the size of the project? Response: The building is approximately 180’x80’, 160’ along the inlet. There is a 15’ separation between this property and the dock. Public Question: Will 8 parking spaces be enough for this project? Tenants of this project will likely have more than one car. Response: There are 8 units, so each unit has one space. There is also nearby municipal parking. It is also generally accepted that if you do not provide an additional space, the tenants will be more likely to not have a car. There is also good nearby transit and many amenities within walking distance. It is also 3 anticipated that eventually car share will have a dedicated nearby. Carshare will only put a car on public property, so it would be in public lot Public Question: Would you consider purchasing a dedicated car share car as a part of this project? Response: Yes, we have had discussions with car share in the past. However, car share will not put a space on Inlet Island until there is enough demand, even if one was purchased as a part of this project. Public Question: What type of residential units will these be? Response: At this point the applicant is anticipating that there will be a housing association that will be able to determine whether there is common spaces or share maintenance of the exterior of the building. The parcel will be subdivided, so that each unit would be a separate tax parcel. The developer will own all of the units and rent them, until such time that someone purchases a unit. Public Question: Can you explain what is the zoning of the site? Response: This area currently has no zoning. It is under a temporary mandatory planned unit development. Which means that the applicant is proposing a project that would be the zoning for the site. Public Question: What type of heating will the units have? Response: We will have electric heat with air source heat pump. Public Question: Will this project be for any aged tenants? Response: Yes, the units are open to any ages, however, we anticipate the market for these units to be mostly aging boomers. Each unit will have space for an internal elevator. Public Question: What is the timeline for construction? Response: The construction period is anticipated to be between 8-12 months. Depending on the City approval process, construction may begin in September, so that units would be available in 2018. Public Question: Will there be room for docking boats? Response: Yes, there will likely be room to dock 4-5 boats. Public Question: How tall are the ceilings? Response: 9’ tall Public Question: Is it a concern that over half of the unit would have no natural light, shouldn’t the ceiling be taller? 4 Response: If you create large spaces that you are heating and cooling it goes against the energy goals. Public Comment: This unit style was used in Brooklyn. The lower unit paid the mortgage and it has been very successful. It is a very good model. Public Question: Do the units have a common wall Response: Yes, all of them have a common wall Public Question: Why did you include a circular staircase? Response: The staircase in the rear is to allow people to have access down to the water. It is circular to preserve space. Public Question: If there is development at Johnsons Boatyard, how will it impact your project? Response: It will not have an impact on our project. We just consider that to be further development of the waterfront. Public Question: The Inlet floods about once every ten years. In the past there has been as much as a foot of water by Johnson’s Boatyard. What does this mean for your location? Response: Everything has to be raised to be built 2 feet higher than the 100 year flood zone. Public Question: Have you considered how to create better linkages between Inlet Island and downtown? Could there be a bus that circulates between downtown and Inlet Island? Response: These will happen organically. As development increases the connections improve. Public Question: Will tenants be allowed to sublet their apartments for the summer months? Response: The home owner’s associations would likely govern those decisions. Public Question: What outdoor space is available? Response: There is a grassy area beside the building Public Question: Will there be public access to the water?- 5 Response: The water front walkway already is public and we do not intend to change that. We are providing an improved access 15’ path along the north side of the building that is within the city right of way. We are thereby also enhancing and will be maintaining the waterfront walkway along the inlet. This is a significant improvement for the public. While this walk way is not continuous because of other properties we will maintain and enhance the public access by our property. The Common Council could mandate that a public walkway be provided as a part of the PUD process. We are also providing a walkway on the south side of the building within the narrow 5' space between the property line and the face of building but this is on private property. We do not intend to gate this southern walkway but we question why it would be necessary to have two public access points in such close proximity to each other. Given that this is primarily a residential project with an HOA I think it makes sense to leave the treatment of that southern walkway to the HOA as it could be perceived as a nuisance to have people walking by residential windows at any time of day/night and would almost certainly jeopardize the market value of that unit and the project in general. Again the project will be constructed without any fence or gate and we are proposing to leave that decision up to the actual residents who will be living there. The north walkway will be improved and permanently open to pedestrians. . 10. CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE: 10.1 Approval to Rename City of Ithaca Fire Department Stations - Resolution WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Fire Chief made a recommendation to the City of Ithaca Board of Fire Commissioners at its January 10, 2017, meeting, to rename the City of Ithaca Fire Department’s four fire stations; and WHEREAS, the recommendation was made by the Fire Chief to make it easier for both the public and new firefighters to learn the names of each of the fire stations; and WHEREAS, the recommendation from the Fire Chief is that the fire stations, two of which are located in the City of Ithaca and two of which are located in the Town of Ithaca, be renamed based on their location; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section C-96 (A) of the City of Ithaca Charter the Board of Fire Commissioners has the power to control and manage buildings in the Fire Department service; and WHEREAS, The City of Ithaca Board of Fire Commissioners approved by resolution on February 14th, 2017, to rename the City of Ithaca Fire Department’s four fire stations as follows: ‘Central Station’ (a.k.a Central Fire Station), located at 310 W Green Street, to ‘Station 1 – Central’; ‘Station 9’ (a.k.a. Fire Station No. 9), located at 309 College Avenue, to ‘Station 2 – East Hill’; ‘Station 5’ (a.k.a. South Hill Station), located at 965 Danby Road, to ‘Station 3 – South Hill’; and ‘Station 6’ (a.k.a. West Hill Station), located at 1240 Trumansburg Road, to ‘Station 4 – West Hill’ ; and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Board of Fire Commissioners approved the use of funds from the Fire Department’s operating budget to pay for the expenses related to new signage for each fire station; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby affirms the resolution approved by the City of Ithaca Board of Fire Commissioners to rename the four fire stations as recommended by the Fire Chief. To: Common Council From: Tom Parsons, Fire Chief cc: Svante Myrick, Mayor Date: 3/9/2017 Re: Renaming of Fire Stations Over the history of the fire department, there have been numerous buildings that served as stations (Fire Halls) for the Ithaca Fire Department. That identification of fire stations ha s for the most part been related to the volunteer fire companies that operated out of them. There were Stations 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 9, which were associated with a Fire Company. However, as new stations were constructed the numbering of stations changed to the naming of stations. In 1966, four fire companies were moved from two buildings on East Seneca Street to the new Central Fire Station on West Green Street. In 1989, Station 5 and Station 6, which were located in the City, were closed and relocated to South and West Hill. Those Stations were identified as the South Hill Station and the West Hill Station, although members of the department have always referred to them as Station 5 and Station 6 respectively. Station 9, located in Collegetown, has always been identified as Station 9 even after a new station was constructed in 1967. A frequent question that comes up is about the number of fire stations the department operates. When someone hears a firefighter say Station 5, 6, or 9; the assumption is that the department has more than four fire stations. Most people do not know the history behind the number or identification of fire stations, which leads to further explanation when it is said the department has only four fire stations. In the interest of creating some consistency and reduce the confusion for the public, I proposed to the Board of Fire Commissioners to create a consistent format and theme for the naming of the department’s four fire stations. During the discussion of the BoFC, there was no dissent about renaming the stations, but there were questions about the names and how they represented a station number and a geographic location. Station numbers would be used by employees with the coding of incident reports, training reports, and tracking inventory; while the geographic location within the name would provide the public with reference where a fire station is located. In February, the BoFC adopted a resolution to rename the four fire stations with an identity that includes the station number and geographic location. Central Station which is located at 310 West Green Street would be named ‘Station 1 – Central’; Station 9 which is located at 309 College Avenue would be renamed ‘Station 2 – East Hill’; South Hill Station, which is also Page 2 of 2 –Renaming of Fire Stations 3/9/2017 known as Station 5, located at 965 Danby Road would be renamed ‘Station 3 – South Hill’; and the West Hill Station, which is also known as Station 6, located at 1240 Trumansburg Road would be renamed to ‘Station 4 – West Hill’. The renaming fulfills the goal of standardizing on a theme of station numbers and geographic location. In February, the Board of Fire Commissioners approved a resolution to rename of the fire stations. While the Charter of the City of Ithaca provides authority to the Board of Fire Commissioners to approve this action, Mayor Myrick felt it would make it more public and thereby help to reduce confusion if this also came through Common Council for approval. If you have any questions or concerns in advance of the City Administration Meeting or the Council Meeting, please contact me so I can be prepared to address them. 10.2 Approval and Authorization to Execute the City Executive Association Contract - (Proposed Motion to Enter into Executive Session to Discuss Matters Relating to Collective Negotiations with Bargaining Units) - Resolution RESOLVED, That Common Council approves the agreement between the City of Ithaca and the City Executive Association for a contract commencing January 1, 2012 and expiring December 31, 2021; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the Mayor is authorized to fully execute the agreement on behalf of the City. 13. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER – FILED RESOLUTIONS: 13.1 Opposition to Elimination or Funding Reductions in the CDBG and HOME Programs – Resolution WHEREAS, the President’s proposed FY2018 budget proposes elimination of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs; and WHEREAS, the White House is further urging Congress to reduce funding for the CDBG program by 50% in FY2017 to offset increases in defense spending and to start to build a wall along the Mexican border; and WHEREAS, in FY2016 the City of Ithaca received almost $1 million dollars in CDBG and HOME funding; and WHEREAS, CDBG and HOME funding in Ithaca is primarily used to make vital investment in affordable housing and job training and placement programs; and WHEREAS, Ithaca is experiencing a housing crisis exemplified by the fact that, according to 2006-2010 American Community Survey data, 35% of renter households are “severely cost burdened” as they pay over 50% of their income towards housing, leaving little for food, transportation and health care; and WHEREAS, over the past three years CDBG and HOME funding has resulted in construction of over 100 affordable housing units and over 100 full-time job placements; and WHEREAS, no alternative source of funding is available to the City of Ithaca to replace CDBG and HOME funding; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council vigorously opposes elimination or budget reductions in federal funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs; and, be it further RESOLVED, the Common Council calls upon U.S. Representative Thomas Reed, and U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand to oppose elimination or budget reductions to the CDBG or HOME programs; and, be it further RESOLVED, That the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to transmit certified copies of this resolution to federally elected officials representing Ithaca, the Cities of Jamestown, Elmira and Dunkirk, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and the New York Association of Cities and Towns. 14. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS: 14.1 Appointment to Board of Fire Commissioners – Resolution RESOLVED, That Lawrence Sallinger be appointed to the Board of Fire Commissioners to replace Harry Ellsworth with a term to expire June 30, 2019; and, be it further 14.2 Appointment to the Parks Commission – Resolution RESOLVED, That Martha Gioumousis be appointed to the Parks Commission to fill a vacancy with a term to expire December 31, 2019.