HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-06-17 Common Council Meeting AgendaOFFICIAL NOTICE OF MEETING
A Regular meeting of the Common Council will be held on Wednesday, September 6,
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 A Public Hearing Regarding the Proposed Assessment Roll, Budget, and
Schedule of Work for Each Sidewalk Improvement District for Fiscal Year
2018 (collectively “FY 2018 SID Documents”)
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:
City Administration Committee:
8.1 Youth Bureau – Amendment to Budget - Resolution
8.2 Finance/Controller – Request to Release Funds from Contingency Account for
Grant Lobbyist Services - Resolution
8.3 Attorney – Request to Release Funds from Contingency Account for Legal Fees -
Resolution
8.4 Youth Bureau – Amendment to Personnel Roster - Resolution
8.5 Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) – Amendment to Roster - Resolution
8.6 Planning, Building, Zoning, and Economic Development - Request to Amend
Personnel Roster – Office Assistant - Resolution
8.7 Department of Planning, Building, Zoning, and Economic Development - Request
to Amend Personnel Roster – Housing Inspector - Resolution
8.8 Department of Public Works (DPW) - Amendment to Personnel Roster –
Commons Maintenance Supervisor - Resolution
8.9 Department of Public Works (DPW) - Reallocation of Position – Supervisor of
Water and Sewer Operations - Resolution
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September 6, 2017
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9. CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
9.1 An Ordinance to Recognize the Second Monday of October as “Indigenous
Peoples’ Day” and to Amend the City Code to Reflect That Change
9.2 A Resolution Authorizing Implementation and Funding in the First Instance 100%
of the Federal Aid-Eligible Costs and State “Marchiselli” Program-Aid Eligible
Costs, of a Transportation Federal-Aid Project, and the Appropriation of Funds
Therefore
9.3 An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
entitled “Fire Prevention”, related to Food Trucks and Other Mobile or Temporary
Cooking Operations
9.4 City Controller’s Report
10. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
10.1 Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency - 2017 Action Plan - Program Amendment #1,
Reallocate HOME Funds Declined by Lakeview Health Services, Inc. -
Resolution
11. REPORTS OF SPECIAL COMMITTEES:
12. NEW BUSINESS:
13. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER – FILED RESOLUTIONS:
13.1 Alderperson Fleming – Common Council Statement in Response to Events on
August 12, 2017, in Charlottesville, Virginia
13.2 Alderperson Murtagh -Resolution to Select Artwork for a Painted Intersection at
Utica and Jay Streets
13.3 Alderperson Murtagh -Resolution to Select Artwork for a Painted Intersection at
Fair and South Streets
13.4 Modification to Common Council Rules of Procedure Regarding Vacancies –
Resolution (information to be distributed under separate cover)
14. MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS:
14.1 Appointment to Conservation Advisory Council – Resolution
(Information to be distributed under separate cover)
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 August 2, 2017 Common Council Meeting Minutes – Resolution
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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: August 31, 2017
8. CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:
City Administration Committee:
8.1 Youth Bureau – Amendment to Budget - Resolution
WHEREAS, The Ithaca Youth Bureau is requesting permission to amend the 2017
budget to reflect a donation to the Big Brother Big Sister (BBBS) program in the amount
of $9,000; and
WHEREAS, The BBBS program provides a valuable program at the Northside
Community Center for approximately 120 City Residents since 2014; and
WHEREAS, BBBS will be able to continue this program as a result of the donation
made now; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Ithaca Youth Bureau 2017 budget be amended according to the
following:
Increase Expenses:
A7310-5120-01206 Part-time Seasonal $7,771.35
A7310-9010 Retirement $ 55.97
A7310-9030 FICA/Medicare $ 594.51
A7310-9040 Workers Comp. $ 578.17
$9,000.00
Increase Revenues:
A7310-2070-01206 Donations $9,000.00
Ithaca Youth Bureau
1 James L. Gibbs Drive
Ithaca, New York 14850
Phone: (607) 273-8364
Fax: (607) 273-2817
“Building a foundation for a lifetime.”
To: City Administration Committee
From: Liz Klohmann, Director
Re: 2017 Budget Amendment
Date: 8/23/17
The Ithaca Youth Bureau is requesting permission to amend the 2017 budget to reflect a
donation made to the Big Brothers Big Sisters program.
$9,000 was donated in order to support the Saturday Program held at Northside Community
Center.
Please approve the following amendment:
Increase Expenses:
A7310-5120-01606 Part-time Seasonal $7,771.25
Fringe 15.81% $1,228.75
Total - $9,000
Increase Revenues:
A7310-2070-01203 Donations $9,000.00
8.2 Finance/Controller – Request to Release Funds from Contingency Account
for Grant Lobbyist Services - Resolution
WHEREAS, as part of the authorized 2017 Budget, $20,000 was placed in Restricted
Contingency to fund the Grant Lobbyist activity of Sustainable Strategies; and
WHEREAS, funds were being expended for Grant Lobbyist services in 2017 and need
to be transferred to cover the costs; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby transfers an amount, not to exceed
$20,000, from Account A1990 Restricted Contingency to Account A8020-5435 Planning
Contracts for the purpose of funding Grant Lobbyist services.
8.3 Attorney – Request to Release Funds from Contingency Account for Legal
Fees - Resolution
WHEREAS, as part of the authorized 2017 Budget, $30,000 was placed in Restricted
Contingency for the purpose of future legal services; and
WHEREAS, the City will be expending funds on various outside legal services during
the remainder of 2017; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby transfers an amount, not to exceed
$30,000, from Account A1990 Restricted Contingency to Account A1420-5435 Attorney
Contracts for the purpose of funding outside legal services.
8.4 Youth Bureau – Amendment to Personnel Roster - Resolution
WHEREAS, the Youth Bureau leadership team has worked hard to draft a strategic plan
that will address community needs and provide high quality services that are efficient
and valued by the community; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Bureau requests amendments to the 2017 Roster in order to
best meet its needs and to support its vision, mission and goals; and
WHEREAS, the Youth Bureau has been advised by and worked closely with the Human
Resources department throughout the planning process; and
WHEREAS, the Civil Service Commission formally adopted the New Position Duty
Statement for a Recreation Program Assistant on July 12, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the Recreation Program Assistant position will provide administrative and
direct service support to the Recreation Department to meet the needs of our
community in a cost effective way; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster for the Youth Bureau shall be amended as
follows:
Fund: One (1) Recreation Program Assistant (35 hours)
Unfund: One (1) Administrative Assistant (40 hours)
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That this restructure does not require additional funds from the City and
will allow the Youth Bureau to optimize its resources and personnel to provide quality
services to residents, both now and in the future.
Ithaca Youth Bureau
1 James L. Gibbs Drive
Ithaca, New York 14850
Phone: (607) 273-8364
Fax: (607) 273-2817
“Building a foundation for a lifetime.”
To: City Administration Committee
From: Liz Klohmann, Director
Re: 2017 Roster Amendment
Date: 8/23/17
During 2017 the Youth Bureau leadership team has worked hard to draft a strategic
plan that will address community needs and allow us to provide high quality services
that are both efficient and valued by the community.
In order to best meet the Youth Bureau needs and support our vision, mission and
goals we are requesting an amendment to the 2017 Roster. We have been advised by
and worked closely with the HR department throughout the planning process. The Civil
Service Commission approved the new position duty statement for a Recreation
Program Assistant on July 12, 2017. The following change is made within our approved
2017 budget.
In the Recreation Department, we are requesting to un-fund the Administrative
Assistant position (40 hours) which is currently vacant and to add a Recreation Program
Assistant position (35 hours) to our roster. The new position provide administrative and
programming assistance to the Recreation Department
To summarize:
Un Fund Administrative Assistant (40 hours)
Add Recreation Program Assistant (35 hours)
This restructure does not require additional funds from the City and will allow us to
optimize our resources and personnel to provide quality services to residents, both now
and in the future.
8.5 Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) – Amendment to Roster - Resolution
WHEREAS, GIAC has several vacant GIAC Program Assistant, Custodial Worker and
seasonal staff positions, some of which are funded and some of which are unfunded;
and
WHEREAS, the GIAC Administration wishes to rearrange the funding of these positions
to better meet the needs of the expanding youth and teen afterschool program; and
WHEREAS, GIAC’s 2017 budget, as approved, has funding to support the
reconfiguration of these positions; and
WHEREAS, no additional funds are being requested for these positions; now, therefore
be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of GIAC shall be amended as follows:
Reduce: one (1) GIAC Program Assistant from 37.5 hours/week to 35
hours/week
Fund: one (1) GIAC Program Assistant (35 hours/week)
two (2) GIAC Program Assistants (25 hours/week)
Unfund: one (1) GIAC Program Assistant (20 hours/week)
one (1) Custodial Worker (17.5 hours/week)
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That said roster amendments will be made within the existing funds of the
2017 authorized GIAC budget.
8.6 Planning, Building, Zoning, and Economic Development - Request to
Amend Personnel Roster – Office Assistant - Resolution
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca Building Division has had a temporary office worker for
over two years; and
WHEREAS, it has become increasingly apparent that there is a need for two people to
be in the front office to adequately manage the day to day operations of the Division;
and
WHEREAS, during permit hours, one person is needed to assist applicants with permits
while another is needed to answer phones and deal with non-permit related issues; and
WHEREAS, in the past, there were two and a half administrative positions in the
Division; and
WHEREAS, the number and complexity of construction projects in the City has seen a
significant increase in the past five years resulting in substantially more work in the
Division; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of the Department of Planning, Building,
Zoning, and Economic Development be amended as follows:
Add: One (1) Office Assistant at 40 hours
and; be it further
RESOLVED, That funding for this roster change shall be derived from within the
Department of Planning, Building and Economic Development’s existing budget.
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TO: City Administration Members
FROM: JoAnn Cornish, Director of Planning and Development, City of Ithaca
DATE: July 12, 2017
RE: Request to Amend Personnel Roster
I am requesting a new position be approved in the Building Division, that of Office
Assistant. It has been over two years since we hired a temporary employee to help with
various tasks in the Building Division and it has become increasingly apparent that there
needs to be two people in the front office to adequately manage the day to day operations
of the Division.
During permit hours, one person is needed to assist applicants with permits while another
is needed to answer phones and deal with non-permit related issues. In the past, there
were two and a half administrative positions. It was our hope that with the automation
of many routine tasks and the merging of Building and Planning, we could reduce the
number of administrative staff. However, with the divisions being on two separate floors,
and the significant increase in construction projects, we have found this not to be the
case.
I would be happy to discuss this with you should you need more information or have
questions. Thank you for your consideration of this request.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 E. Green Street — 3rd Floor Ithaca, NY 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
JOANN CORNISH, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
8.7 Department of Planning, Building, Zoning, and Economic Development -
Request to Amend Personnel Roster – Housing Inspector - Resolution
WHEREAS, recent legislation passed by the Common Council to address the lack of
safe and affordable housing within the City was done, in part, to empower tenants to
know whether rental units have a current Certificate of Compliance; and
WHEREAS, in anticipation of this legislation and a desire to be ready for new tenants,
there has been an uptick in the demand for inspections of rental units; and
WHEREAS, as a result, the Building Division is falling behind on housing inspections
and is now scheduling into December, causing some delays in the ability of property
owners to rent their apartments and putting stress on our inspectors; and
WHEREAS, currently, the Building Division has one Housing Code Supervisor
responsible for conducting inspections on the east side of the city as well as overseeing
the work of two housing inspectors; one responsible for the mandated annual
inspections of all fraternities and sororities in the city and one responsible for all rental
properties on the west side of the city that require inspections every 3 to 5 years; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the merging of the Planning and Building Department and its
reorganization, the Housing and Land Use Supervisor was promoted to Zoning and
Land Use Administrator and a Senior Housing Inspector was promoted to Housing
Code Supervisor, leaving only two housing inspectors where there had previously been
three; and
WHEREAS, two of the three housing inspectors are likely to retire in the next 16
months; and
WHEREAS, this is proving to be an almost impossible task and it has become an
absolute necessity to hire another inspector that can help the department catch up and
stay current with inspections; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of the Department of Planning, Building,
Zoning, and Economic Development be amended as follows:
Add: One (1) Housing Inspector at 40 hours;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That funding for this roster change shall be derived from within the
Department of Planning, Building and Development’s existing budget.
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TO: City Administration Members
FROM: JoAnn Cornish, Director of Planning and Development, City of Ithaca
DATE: July 13, 2017
RE: Request to Amend Personnel Roster
The intent of recent legislation passed by the Common Council to address the lack of safe
and affordable housing within the City of Ithaca was done, in part, to empower tenants
to know whether rental units have a current Certificate of Compliance with the City of
Ithaca.
In anticipation of this legislation and a desire to be ready for new tenants, there has been
an uptick in the demand for inspections of rental units. As a result, we are falling behind
on our housing inspections and are now scheduling into December, causing some delays
in the ability of property owners to rent their apartments.
Currently, we have one Housing Code Supervisor responsible for conducting inspections
on the east side of the city as well as overseeing the work of two housing inspectors; one
responsible for the mandated annual inspections of all fraternities and sororities in the
city and one responsible for all rental properties on the west side of the city that require
inspections every 3 to 5 years. Additionally, as a result of the merging of the Planning
and Building Department and its reorganization, the Housing and Land Use Supervisor
was promoted to Zoning and Land Use Administrator and a Senior Housing Inspector
was promoted to Housing Code Supervisor, leaving only two housing inspectors where
there had been three.
This is proving to be an almost impossible task and it has become an absolute necessity
to hire another inspector that can help us catch up and stay current with inspections.
I would be happy to discuss this with you should you need more information or have
questions. Thank you for your consideration of this request.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 E. Green Street — 3rd Floor Ithaca, NY 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
JOANN CORNISH, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
Email: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org Email: iura@cityofithaca.org
8.8 Department of Public Works (DPW) - Amendment to Personnel Roster –
Commons Maintenance Supervisor - Resolution
WHEREAS, reconstruction of the Ithaca Commons is a significant investment in our
downtown, requiring a higher level of maintenance and oversight to protect and
enhance its value; and
WHEREAS, the increased maintenance requirements for the Commons necessitates a
reorganization of DPW staff and supervisory responsibilities; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Personnel Roster of the Department of Public Works be
amended as follows:
Add: One (1) Ithaca Commons Maintenance Supervisor
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Working Supervisor – Parking, Building and Grounds position
that is currently authorized on the Department of Public Works Personnel Roster be
retained on the Department of Public Works Personnel Roster in a vacant, unfunded
capacity until the employee who is being promoted into the Ithaca Commons
Maintenance Supervisor position has successfully completed the civil service
examination process for the Ithaca Commons Maintenance Supervisor position; and, be
it further
RESOLVED, That the position of Ithaca Commons Maintenance Supervisor shall be
assigned to the City Executive Association bargaining unit at salary grade 6; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That for the sole purpose of determining days worked reportable to the
New York State and Local Employees’ Retirement System, the standard workday for
this position shall be established at eight (8) hours per day (forty (40) hours per week);
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the funding for this change shall be derived from existing funds within
the Department of Public Works budget.
8.9 Department of Public Works (DPW) - Reallocation of Position – Supervisor
of Water and Sewer Operations - Resolution
WHEREAS, the Supervisor of Water and Sewer Operations position recently became
vacant through retirement; and
WHEREAS, the DPW administration took this opportunity to review and update the
position’s responsibilities and qualifications to reflect the current needs of the Water and
Sewer Division of the Department of Public Works; and
WHEREAS, the Human Resources Department has evaluated the updated position and
determined that its increased point factor rating results in the reallocation of the position
to a higher salary grade; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the position of Supervisor of Water and Sewer Operations be
reallocated from Grade 7 to Grade 8 of the City Executive Association Compensation
Plan; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That funding for this reallocation shall be derived from within the existing
Water and Sewer Division budget.
9. CITY ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE:
9.1 An Ordinance to Recognize the Second Monday of October as “Indigenous
Peoples’ Day” and to Amend the City Code to Reflect That Change
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca (the “City”) recognizes that the Indigenous Peoples of the
lands now known as the Americas had owned these lands since time immemorial; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that Ithaca is built upon the homelands, villages, and
burial grounds of the Indigenous Peoples of the Cayuga Nation and the
Haudenosaunee Confederacy; and
WHEREAS, the City values the many contributions made to this community through
Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge, labor, technology, science, philosophy, arts, and the
deep cultural contribution that has helped shape the character of the community; and
WHEREAS, the City promotes equality for all Indigenous Peoples and honors our
nation’s indigenous heritage, history, and contributions; and
WHEREAS, the City is committed, through its diversity statement and anti-
discrimination policies, to promote an environment where all may achieve their full
potential; and
WHEREAS, Indigenous Peoples’ Day was proposed in 1977 at the United Nations-
sponsored International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations
in the Americas to promote Native American culture and commemorate the history of
Native American peoples; now, therefore
ORDINANCE 2017- ___
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca as
follows:
Section 1. Findings of Fact.
The Common Council finds that:
1. The City currently recognizes the second Monday of October as “Columbus
Day.”
2. It is desirous for the City to now recognize the second Monday of October as
“Indigenous Peoples’ Day” for the reasons described above.
Section 2. Recognition of “Indigenous Peoples Day” and Amendment of § 346-
1(B), “Holidays.”
On the second Monday in October, the City shall recognize “Indigenous Peoples’ Day”
and shall encourage the celebration of this day in a manner that promotes respect,
understanding, and friendship; combats prejudice and bias; works to eliminate
discrimination stemming from colonization; and acknowledges our history.
As such, the definition of “Holidays,” set forth in subsection 346-1(B) the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code, is hereby amended as follows: New Year's Day, Lincoln's Birthday,
Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, [Columbus Day]
Indigenous Peoples’ Day (second Monday in October), Veterans Day, Thanksgiving
Day and Christmas Day.
Section 3. Severability Clause.
Severability is intended throughout and within the provisions of this ordinance. If any
section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is held to be
invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, then that decision shall
not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.
Section 4. Effective Date.
This ordinance shall take effect immediately and in accordance with law upon
publication of notices as provided in the Ithaca City Charter.
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9.2 A Resolution Authorizing Implementation and Funding in the First Instance
100% of the Federal Aid-Eligible Costs and State “Marchiselli” Program-Aid
Eligible Costs, of a Transportation Federal-Aid Project, and the Appropriation of
Funds Therefore
WHEREAS, a Project for the West Martin Luther King Jr./State Street Corridor
Enhancements , P.I.N. 395050 (the “Project”) is eligible for funding under Title 23 U.S.
Code, as amended, that calls for the apportionment of the costs of such program to be
borne at the ratio of 80% Federal funds and 20% non-federal funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca desires to advance the Project by making a commitment
of 100% of the non-federal share of the costs of Preliminary Engineering/Design,
Construction and Construction Inspection; and
WHERAS, on August 7, 2013, Common Council authorized Capital Project #790 in the
amount of $750,000 for the project, with the understanding that the City share would be
$150,000; and
WHEREAS, in December 2014, the Mayor signed a Master Agreement with New York
State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) for preliminary engineering/design in the
amount of $130,000; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works, acting as the lead agency, declared on May 8,
2017, that the project would not have a significant negative environmental impact in
accordance with the City Environmental Quality Review Ordinance and the New York
State Environmental Quality Review Act; and
WHEREAS, NYSDOT has provided a Supplemental Agreement for Construction and
Construction Inspection that includes funding for both the original amount of $620,000
(which was authorized by Common Council on August 7, 2013) and an additional
$275,000 (which has not yet been authorized); now, therefore the Common Council,
duly convened, does hereby
RESOLVE, That the Common Council hereby approves the above-subject project; and,
be it further
RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby authorizes the City of Ithaca to pay in
the first instance 100% of the federal and non-federal share of the cost of Preliminary
Engineering/Design, Construction and Construction Inspection work for the Project or
portions thereof; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the sum of $275,000 is hereby appropriated from the issuance of
serial bonds and made available to cover the cost of participation in the above phase of
the Project; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That Common Council hereby amends Capital Project #790, West Martin
Luther King Jr./State Street Corridor Enhancements, to include the Project costs of
$275,000, for a total capital project authorization of $1,025,000; and, it is further
RESOLVED, That in the event the full federal and non-federal share costs of the project
exceeds the amount appropriated above, the Common Council of the City of Ithaca
shall convene as soon as possible to appropriate said excess amount immediately upon
the notification by the NYSDOT thereof; and, it is further
RESOLVED, That the Mayor of the City of Ithaca be and is hereby authorized to
execute all necessary agreements, certifications or reimbursement requests for Federal
Aid on behalf of the City of Ithaca with the New York State Department of
Transportation in connection with the advancement or approval of the Project and
providing for the administration of the Project and the municipality’s first instance
funding of Project costs and permanent funding of the local share of federal-aid and
state-aid eligible Project costs and all Project costs within appropriations therefore that
are not so eligible; and, it is further
RESOLVED, That this project be undertaken with the understanding that the final cost
of the Project to the City of Ithaca will be roughly 20% of said portion, currently
estimated at $205,000 of the $1,025,000 authorized for this portion of the project, in
monies and in-kind services as managed by the Superintendent of Public Works and
monitored by the City Controller; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a certified copy of this resolution be filed with the New York State
Commissioner of Transportation by attaching it to any necessary Agreement in
connection with the Project; and be it further
RESOLVED, This Resolution shall take effect immediately.
9.3 An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code
entitled “Fire Prevention”, related to Food Trucks and Other Mobile or Temporary
Cooking Operations
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Fire Department is interested in addressing certain fire and
safety issues raised by the increasing number of Mobile Food Vending operations within
the City; and
WHEREAS, Mobile Food Vending operations are not regulated by any existing state or
local laws; and
WHEREAS, there have been reported injuries to operators and the public as the result
of fires, explosions and accidental carbon monoxide poisonings, involving Mobile Food
Vending operations at various locations in the United States; and
WHEREAS, other municipalities have taken steps to address the fire safety concerns
posed by Food Trucks and the equipment that is often used by such vendors; and
WHEREAS, Common Council previously instructed the Fire Chief, in consultation with
the City Attorney and other City Departments and relevant authorities, to study and
develop fire safety rules for Mobile Food Vending, to examine regulatory measures
enacted by other municipalities, obtain feedback from Mobile Food Vendors, and
consult with other fire and safety authorities to structure a City-wide system for
regulating Mobile Food Vending with regards to fire safety; and
WHEREAS, in the process of developing such fire safety rules for Mobile Food Vending,
the Fire Department has identified other sections of Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca
Municipal Code entitled “Fire Prevention” requiring updates and clarification; now,
therefore
ORDINANCE NO. 2017-
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca as
follows:
Section 1. Findings of Fact. The Common Council finds that:
1. Due to an increasing number of Mobile Food Vending operations within the City,
the Ithaca Fire Department has raised legitimate public safety concerns related to
the risk of fires, explosions and accidental carbon monoxide poisonings.
2. Mobile Food Vending operations are not currently regulated by any state or local
statute.
3. The regulations enacted by this ordinance would implement standards
recommended by the National Fire Protection Association for Mobile Food
Vending operations in order to allow the City to best protect the public and
vendors from the risks associated with Mobile Food Vending.
4. In addition to the Mobile Food Vending fire safety regulations, certain provisions
of Chapter 181 “Fire Prevention” are in need of updates and clarification to reflect
current practice and fire code standards. These amendments have been included
with this ordinance.
Section 2. Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code entitled “Fire Prevention”
is hereby amended to add a new subparagraph to Section 181-9(E)(13). Such
subparagraph shall read as follows:
(13) Food Trucks and other Mobile or Temporary Cooking Operations.
(a) A Mobile or Temporary Cooking Operation, as used in this Chapter, is
defined as any cooking facility, apparatus or equipment, being operated
on a one-time or interim basis, or for less than 90 days in the same
location, other than at a fixed location, building or structure which has
been inspected and permitted under another section of this code,
regulation or statute, inclusive of self-propelled trucks and vehicles,
trailered units, push carts, equipment located under cover of awnings,
canopies or pop-up tents, or other structures for which a building permit
has not been issued.
(b) A Food Truck, as used in this Chapter, is defined as any motor vehicle,
trailer or enclosed cart, which a person or persons may enter and work
inside, and from which food is prepared, cooked and served.
(c) Any Food Truck used for the preparation and serving of food within the
City of Ithaca must obtain and display an operating permit as described in
this Chapter.
(d) The required operating permit shall be obtained from the Chief of the Fire
Department or the Chief’s designee. This Food Truck operating permit is
separate from, and shall be obtained in addition to, any other permit that
may be required or issued by New York State, Tompkins County, or the
City of Ithaca.
(e) Regulations governing the operation and use of Mobile or Temporary
Cooking Operations, and specifically Food Trucks shall be as specified in
§81-10 of this Article, the Uniform Fire Code of New York State, and the
International Fire Code.
(f) Validity of operating permit. An operating permit for a Food Truck shall
expire on December 31st of the year of issuance, provided that the Food
Truck is operated, maintained, tested, and inspected in accordance with
the requirements of this Article.
(g) The operating permit issued by the Ithaca Fire Department shall be posted
in public view from the exterior of the Food Truck for which the operating
permit was issued.
Section 3. Chapter 181 of the City of Ithaca Municipal Code entitled “Fire Prevention”
is hereby amended to add a new Section 181-10 entitled “Mobile or Temporary Cooking
Operations”. Such section shall read as follows:
§181-10 Mobile and Temporary Cooking Operation Fire Safety
A. The following provisions shall apply to any Mobile or Temporary Cooking Operation,
generally:
1. Tents, booths, tables, Food Trucks and equipment associated with a Mobile
or Temporary Cooking Operation shall be placed so as not to obstruct fire
lanes, fire hydrants, fire department connections or required egress paths.
2. All tents and membrane structures and their appurtenances; sidewalls, drops
and tarpaulins, floor coverings, bunting and combustible decorative materials
shall meet the flame propagation performance requirements of National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) standard NFPA 701 or equivalent.
3. Cooking appliances shall be isolated from the public by at least 5 feet or a
suitable barrier placed between the cooking appliance and the public.
4. Open flame or other devices emitting flame, fire, heat or any flammable or
combustible liquids, gas, charcoal or other cooking device shall not be
permitted inside or located within 20 feet of a tent or membrane structure
unless otherwise approved by the Fire Department.
5. Fryers or other appliances having combustible liquids heated by LPG,
electricity or solid fuels shall not be permitted under tents or other membrane
structures.
6. Portable Fire Extinguisher Requirements:
a. Each Mobile or Temporary Cooking Operation shall have at least one
2A:20BC rated fire extinguisher on site.
b. Fire Extinguishers shall be located so as to be conspicuous and easily
accessible for use.
c. Fire Extinguishers shall be fully charged and bear a current inspection
tag or a receipt of purchase within the last 12 months.
d. A class K Fire Extinguisher shall be required for any Mobile or
Temporary Cooking Operation using a deep fat fryer.
7. Electric Generator Requirements.
a. Portable generators shall be U.L. listed.
b. Portable generators shall be marked to show that the neutral is bonded
to the frame.
c. Generators shall be separated from tents and other membrane
structures by a minimum of 20 feet, unless otherwise approved by the
Ithaca Fire Department, and protected from contact by the public by
fencing, enclosure or other approved means. Fuel supplies shall be
properly stored, in approved containers and away from sources of
ignition.
d. Refueling shall be conducted only when generator is shut down and
engine surface has cooled below the auto ignition temperature of the
fuel.
e. Generator exhausts shall be directed away from mobile cooking
operations, air intakes, exits and openings, and in such a manner that
the public is not adversely affected by the exhaust.
f. Vehicle mounted generators or on-board generators must be grounded
as specified in the National Electrical Code provisions pertaining to
Portable and Vehicle-Mounted Generators.
8. Electrical System Requirements.
a. The electrical distribution and wiring systems shall be in good
condition.
b. All electrical cords shall be listed for outdoor use and maintained in
good condition without splices, deterioration or damage.
c. All connections shall be protected from rain or water.
d. Extension cords shall be plugged directly into an approved receptacle,
power tap or multi plug adapter and except for approved multi plug
extension cords, shall serve only one portable appliance.
e. The ampacity of the extension cord shall be not less than the rated
capacity of the portable appliance supplied by the cord.
B. Food Truck Operating Permit – Food Truck vendors shall be required to obtain,
maintain, and display an operating permit. To obtain and maintain an operating
permit, Food Trucks shall comply with the following requirements:
1. Demonstrated compliance with the provisions of subparagraph (A) above,
applicable to all Mobile or Temporary Cooking Operations.
2. Safety training requirement. All Food Truck vendors shall be required to
attend a safety class offered free of charge by the Ithaca Fire Department
(“IFD”). Certification will be good for 3 years. At least one person certified by
the IFD as having been trained shall be with the Food Truck at all times that it
is in operation as a food vending site. Identification will be provided to identify
certified workers. Equivalent certification from another fire department or
municipality will also be acceptable. Training shall include: Proper use of
portable fire extinguishers and extinguishing systems; Proper method of
shutting off fuel sources; Proper procedure for notifying the local fire
department; Proper refueling; How to preform leak detection; and Fuel
properties.
3. Inspection requirement: All Food Truck vendors shall be required to pass an
annual fire inspection conducted by the Ithaca Fire Department and obtain an
IFD Food Truck Operating Permit, which shall be available for inspection at all
times. Vendors may be subject to additional spot check inspections at
festivals and other times they are open for business.
4. The following shall be required for all Operating Permit applications submitted
on or after January 1, 2018:
a. Fuel Gas, Liquid Propane Gas (LP-Gas), and Equipment Installation
shall meet the requirements NFPA 58 and Annex B of NFPA 96, this
Chapter, as well as any other applicable standards as determined by
the Ithaca Fire Department.
i. LP-Gas cylinders shall be secured in the upright position and
shall not be transported or stored inside the vehicle.
ii. The LP-Gas supply system, including the cylinders, shall be
installed either on the outside of the vehicle or in a recess or
cabinet that is vapor tight to the inside of the vehicle, but
accessible from and vented to the outside, with the vents
located near the top and bottom of the enclosure and 3 feet
horizontally away from any opening into the vehicle that is below
the level of the vents.
iii. LP-Gas cylinders shall be mounted securely on the vehicle or
within the enclosing recess or cabinet.
iv. If installed on the rear of the Food Truck, LP-Gas cylinders shall
be installed above the height of the rear bumper, such that the
bottom of the tank(s) is at least 46” above the ground, and all
parts of the tank are forward of the edge of the rear bumper.
v. LP-Gas cylinders shall not be installed on the roof of the vehicle.
vi. A flexible connector shall be installed between the regulator
outlet and the fixed piping system to protect against expansion,
contraction, jarring and vibration strains.
vii. Flexibility shall be provided in the piping between a cylinder and
the gas piping system or regulator.
viii. Piping used for LP-Gas shall be listed for use with LP-Gas.
ix. LP-Gas shall not be used to operate equipment unless such
equipment is listed for use with LP-Gas.
x. There shall be a quarter turn manual gas ball valve installed
within the LP-Gas piping for emergency shut off use. Such valve
shall be installed on the exterior of the vehicle and readily
accessible.
xi. Gas powered appliances shall be equipped with shut off valves.
xii. LP-Gas systems shall be inspected for leaks prior to each use.
xiii. A permanent caution plate shall be provided, affixed either to
cooking appliances or the vehicle, outside of any enclosure and
adjacent to the container(s), and shall contain the following
items:
“Caution! Be sure all appliance valves are closed before
opening container valve. Connections at the appliances, regulators,
and containers shall be checked periodically for leaks with soapy
water or its equivalent. Never use a match or flame to check for
leaks. Container valves shall be closed when the equipment is not
in use.”
b. Flammable Gas Detector. All enclosed Food Trucks using propane or
other flammable gas must be equipped with a flammable gas detector
listed for detecting propane or other flammable gases, and must be
tested per manufacturer’s instructions. Documentation of testing shall
be provided to IFD upon request/inspection.
c. Carbon Monoxide Alarm. All enclosed Food Trucks which have a non-
electric heat source and where open flames are used, must be
equipped with a carbon monoxide alarm listed for detecting carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide alarms must be tested per
manufacturer’s instructions. Documentation of testing shall be provid ed
to IFD upon request/inspection.
d. Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
located in conspicuous locations where they will be readily accessible
and immediately available for use. Portable fire extinguishers shall
bear a current inspection tag validated within the past 12 months or a
receipt of purchase within the past 12 months shall be available for
inspection. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided per NFPA 96
for cooking operations and/or any other applicable standard. A “K”
type extinguisher shall be provided when vegetable oils and animal oils
and fats are used. A minimum of one 2A:10BC portable fire
extinguisher shall be provided when a generator or other fuel fired
appliance is used.
e. Egress Requirements.
i. Egress paths and doors within the Food Truck must be
unobstructed and available for instant use.
ii. Appliances must be arranged such that a fire at any appliance
will not block egress from the vehicle
f. General Fire Safety.
i. Food Trucks shall be parked at least 10 feet from buildings,
vehicles or combustibles unless otherwise approved by the Fire
Chief or designee.
ii. Wheel chocks shall be provided to prevent Food Trucks from
moving.
iii. Food Trucks shall be parked so as not to block fire hydrants, fire
lanes, fire department connections, and exits.
iv. The inside of any Food Truck must be clean and free of
accumulated grease on interior surfaces.
5. Ventilation System Requirements. The following Ventilation System
requirements shall go into effect for all Operating Permit applications
submitted on or after January 1, 2019, unless these minimum standards are
superseded by state or other applicable regulations prior to that date:
a. Food Trucks which produce smoke or grease laden vapors will be
required to have a ventilation hood installed per the applicable
requirements of the Mechanical Code of New York State.
b. Food Trucks which produce steam vapors will be required to have a
ventilation hood installed per the applicable requirements of the
Mechanical Code of New York State.
c. Hood/ventilation system must be kept clean and free of grease.
6. Hood/Suppression System Requirements. The following Hood/Suppression
System requirements shall go in to effect for all Operating Permit applications
submitted on or after January 1, 2020, unless these minimum standards are
superseded by state or other applicable regulations prior to that date:
a. Food Trucks with ventilation hoods installed per the requirements of
Subsection J(1) shall have a hood fire suppression system installed
per the applicable requirements of the Fire Code of New York State
pertaining to alternative fire suppression systems.
b. Hood fire suppression system must maintained per the requirements of
the International Fire Code.
c. Upon activation of any fire extinguishing system for a cooking
operation, all sources of fuel and electrical power that produce heat to
all equipment requiring protection by that system shall automatically
shut off.
d. Shut off devices shall require manual reset.
C. Failure to comply with any of the provisions of this subsection, including inspection
requirements, may result in denial of the application for or termination of the
operating permit.
Section 4. Section 181-17(B) entitled “Key Boxes” is hereby amended as follows:
181-17
B. Key boxes shall be required for all new and existing buildings, other than one- or
two-family dwellings, that have fire alarm systems. [and/or fire detection systems that
are or will be interconnected with the Fire Department. Alarm system interconnects
include but are not limited to municipal fire alarm, radio, telephone leased line,
telephone dialer or central station systems].
Section 5. Severability. Severability is intended throughout and within the provisions of
this Ordinance. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this
Ordinance is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction,
then that decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.
Section 6. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect on the later of (i) September
6, 2017 and (ii) publication of notice as provided in the Ithaca City Charter.
10. PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE:
10.1 Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency - 2017 Action Plan - Program Amendment #1,
Reallocate HOME Funds Declined by Lakeview Health Services, Inc. - Resolution
WHEREAS, the City adopted 2017 Action Plan allocated $50,000 in HOME funds to
assist the Lakeview Ithaca project, a 50-unit affordable rental housing building
sponsored by Lakeview Health Services, Inc., (Lakeview); and
WHEREAS, on June 22, 2017, Lakeview Health Services, Inc. (Lakeview) declined the
HOME funding award for the project due to regulatory requirements triggered by receipt
of HOME federal funds, which are projected to create both a financial and administrative
burden far in excess of the $50,000 funding award; and
WHEREAS, on June 26, 2017, the City received formal notice that its FY17 HOME
award declined by 16% from the prior year’s award, thereby requiring a pro-rata funding
reduction in all HOME-assisted projects; and
WHEREAS, the Lakeview award declined to $43,708.16 from $50,000; and
WHEREAS, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA) is designated by the City of
Ithaca as the Lead Agency to develop, administer and implement the HUD Entitlement
grant program, including funds received through the Home Investment Partnerships
(HOME) program; and
WHEREAS, the City’s HUD Citizen Participation Plan requires a public hearing and
Common Council approval for a substantial amendment to the Action Plan, such as
reallocation of more than $25,000; and
WHEREAS, at their July 27, 2017 meeting, the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency (IURA)
recommended reallocating funds awarded to Lakeview to restore funding cuts to other
HOME-assisted projects; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Common Council for the City of Ithaca hereby adopts the IURA-
recommended program amendment #1 to the FY17 HUD Action Plan to reallocate
HOME funding as follows:
Project Name Sponsor Funding Change Final Funding
Lakeview Ithaca Lakeview Health
Services
Decrease:
$43,708.16
$0.00
402 S. Cayuga
Street
Habitat of Tompkins
&Cortland Counties
Increase:
$10,066.95
$80,000.00
Housing
Scholarship
Program
The Learning Web Increase:
$8,253.89
$65,592.00
Security Deposit
Assistance 2017-18
Catholic Charities of
Tompkins/Tioga
Increase:
$5,379.52
$42,750.00
Unallocated HOME
Funds
Increase:
$20,007.80
$20,007.80
FY 2017 ACTION PLAN - Proposed Amendment #17/24/17HUD Entitlement Program, City of Ithaca, NYFundingAmendment #1Recaptured RecapturedRevised#SponsorRequestCDBG HOME CDBG PI TotalCDBG PI CDBG HOMETotalProject$661,371 $328,050 $160,000 $1,149,421$160,000.00 $2,350.24 $1,611.90 1,084,023.14 Change FundingHousing change final change final final final final1 Lakeview IthacaLakeview Health Services, Inc. $ 250,000 50,000$ 50,000$ ‐6,291.84 43,708.1643,708.16‐43,708.160.002 Chartwell HouseTompkins Community Action $ 208,270 14,305$ 7,695$ -$ 22,000$ 0.0014,305.00 0.00 0.00 7,695.0022,000.003 2017 Homeowner RehabIthaca Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (INHS) $ 150,000 75,000$ -$ -$ 75,000$ 0.0075,000.00 0.00 0.0075,000.004 402 S. Cayuga StreetHabitat for Humanity of Tompkins/Cortland Counties, Inc. $ 80,000 80,000$ 80,000$ ‐10,066.95 69,933.0569,933.05 10,066.95 80,000.005 Housing Scholarship ProgramThe Learning Web, Inc. $ 65,592 65,592$ 65,592$ ‐11,477.69 55,726.211,611.9057,338.11 8,253.89 65,592.006 Security Deposit Assistance 2017-18Catholic Charities of Tompkins/Tioga $ 42,750 42,750$ 42,750$ ‐5,379.52 37,370.4837,370.48 5,379.52 42,750.007 Mini-Repair ProgramINHS $ 35,000 26,000$ -$ -$ 26,000$ 0.00 26,000.00 0.0026,000.00Mandatory CHDO ReserveCHDO Set-Aside $ 49,208 49,208$ 49,208$ ‐7,860.00 41,348.0041,348.00 $ 880,820 ‐41,076.00 248,085.90Economic Development8 Hospitality Employment Training ProgramGreater Ithaca Activities Center, Inc. (a CBDO) $ 115,036 100,000$ -$ 100,000$ 0.00 100,000.00 0.00100,000.009 Ithaca ReUse Center ExpansionFinger Lakes ReUse, Inc. $ 100,000 50,000$ -$ 50,000$ 0.00 50,000.00 0.0050,000.0010 Harriet Gianellis Child Care CenterTompkins Community Action $ 84,200 -$ 84,200$ 84,200$ 0.00 84,200.0084,200.00 11 Work Preserve Job Training: Job PlacementsHistoric Ihaca, Inc. (a CBDO) $ 67,500 67,500$ -$ 67,500$ 0.00 67,500.00 0.0067,500.0012 Food Entrepreneurship ProgramCCE of Tompkins Co. $ 37,037 36,587$ -$ 36,587$ 0.00 36,587.00 0.0036,587.00 $ 403,773 Public Facilities13 Urban Bus Stop Signage & Amenities UpgradeTCAT $ 112,772 25,000$ -$ 25,000$ 0.00 25,000.00 0.0025,000.0014 DICC Heating & Roofing ReplacementDowntown Ithaca Children's Center (DICC) $ 64,800 35,500$ -$ 35,500$ ‐13,569.00 21,931.000.00 11,218.762,350.2435,500.00 $ 177,572 Public Services16 Immigrant ServicesCatholic Charities $ 30,000 30,000$ 30,000$ 0.00 30,000.00 0.0030,000.0019 Work Preserve Job Training: Job ReadinessHistoric Ithaca, Inc. $ 20,000 20,000$ 20,000$ 0.00 20,000.00 0.0020,000.0020 2-1-1/ I&R ServiceHuman Services Coalition (HSC) $ 20,000 20,000$ 20,000$ 0.00 20,000.00 0.0020,000.0021 A Place to Stay: Supportive ServicesCatholic Charities $ 20,000 15,925$ 15,925$ 0.00 15,925.00 0.0015,925.0024 Housing for School Success: Year #2ICSD $ 13,280 13,280$ 13,280$ 0.00 13,280.00 0.0013,280.00 $ 103,280 99,205$ Administration & Loan Fund 26 CDBG AdministrationIthaca Urban Renewal Agency $ 132,274.20 132,274$ 132,274$ ‐3,392.00 128,882.00128,882.0027 HOME AdministrationIURA $ 32,805.00 32,805$ 32,805$ 0.00 0.00‐5,239.90 27,565.1027,565.1028 Economic Development Loan FundIURA $ 75,800 -$ $75,80075,800$ 0.00 0.00 56,886.2456,886.24 $ 240,879 Unallocated HOME Funds20,007.80Totals: $ 1,849,319 $661,371 $328,050 $160,000 $1,149,421‐16,961.00 644,410.00‐46,315.90 275,651.00 160,000.00 2,350.24 1,611.901,084,023.140.00AcronymsCDBG = Community Development Block Grant; HOME = Home Investment Parnterships Program; CDBG PI = CDBG Program Income LMI = Low & Moderate Income; AMI = Area Median Income; FTE = Full Time Equivalent; CHDO = Community Housing Development Organization CBDO = Community Based Housing Organization Note: Lakeview Health Services, Inc. declined HOME funding assistance for the Lakeview Ithaca housing project due to regulatory requirements triggered by HOME funding. The project is anticipated to proceed without HOME assistance.PUBLIC FACILITIES SUBTOTALS:PUBLIC SERVICES SUBTOTALS:ADMINISTRATION & LOAN SUBTOTALS:ANTICIPATED FUNDING AVAILABLEProjectECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBTOTALS:HOUSING SUBTOTALS:AWARDED FUNDING - SUBMITTED ACTION PLAN TO HUDCDBGHOME$644,410.00$275,651.00
13. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER – FILED RESOLUTIONS:
13.1 Alderperson Fleming – Common Council Statement in Response to Events
on August 12, 2017, in Charlottesville, Virginia
WHEREAS Members of the Common Council of the City of Ithaca want to go on record
opposing hate speech and violence; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That we adopt the following statement and pledge:
Those of us striving to build a community based on equality and justice were appalled
and deeply troubled by the “Unite the Right” rallies that took place in Charlottesville,
Virginia recently. Images of armed, torch-carrying protestors marching through the
grounds of the University of Virginia chanting hate-filled slogans are disturbing and
haunting, and doubly so because those Grounds are public space dedicated to the
pursuit of truth and respect for reason. We abhor and condemn the motives and
sentiments of groups espousing white supremacy, Nazism, and anti-Semitism. The
murder of one person by a domestic terrorist was criminal and inexcusable. The related
accidental deaths of two troopers were tragic.
We admire the City Council of Charlottesville for its decision to remove the statue of
Robert E. Lee from a city park and to allocate four million dollars to correct racial
disparities. They have shown courage in making these decision and we support them
wholeheartedly as they work to repair the morale and fabric of their city.
In light of these events, as elected representatives of the City of Ithaca we pledge the
following:
o The Mayor, City Attorney, and IPD will review the City's policies regarding
permits for public assembly. The goal of this review is to maintain or
develop policies that promote safety and reduce the potential for conflict
while respecting free speech and the right to peaceably assemble. Key
issues to examine will be how to separate protestors and counter-
protestors, what constitutes justification for denying a permit, and whether
or to what extent weapons will be permitted at public assemblies.
Following the review the Mayor, IPD Chief, or the City Attorney will report
to Council and may make recommendations to Council for amending
current policies regarding permits for public assembly.
o In the interest of public safety we will continue to advocate for strong gun
control laws in New York State.
o We will collaborate with our counterparts across local governments to
implement programs and policies to address racial disparities in
education, housing, public health, and safety.
o We will support Tompkins County officials and local historic organizations
in efforts to educate the public through programs and signage about the
history of slavery, oppression, and racism in Tompkins County.
o We will ask the Public Art Commission to review all public art in the City
and to make recommendations for altering, moving, or destroying public
art that could be reasonably interpreted as advocating or promoting racism
or intolerance.
Above all, we remain committed to our values and will continue to seek “to make Ithaca
a model community; a great place to create, dream, live, learn, work, and play” for all
persons.
The Mayor, senior staff, all city employees, and City volunteers will work to ensure that
the culture in Ithaca is one in which hate speech will not be welcomed or respected and
people have the will and means to live together peaceably.
13.2 Alderperson Murtagh -Resolution to Select Artwork for a Painted
Intersection at Utica and Jay Streets
WHEREAS, in 2010, the City of Ithaca Public Art Commission (PAC) created a mural
and street art program to beautify blank walls within the city, while providing local artists
from all sections of the community an opportunity to showcase their work; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works adopted a policy to modify City intersections
through mural installations on the street surface in November 2011; and
WHEREAS, the city’s first painted intersection was installed as part of Porchfest in 2016
at the intersection of Auburn, W. Lewis, and Adams Streets; and
WHEREAS, the organizers of Porchfest have submitted a new proposal to paint the
intersection of Utica and Jay Streets during this year’s event; and
WHEREAS, the artwork will be installed by artist Ana Goldsmith during Porchfest on
September 24, 2017 and will involve interested members of the community; and
WHEREAS, the proposed location is an intersection of two local, non-arterial streets
and meets the requirements for painted intersections identified by the Board of Public
Works; and
WHEREAS, in lieu of the PAC’s standard public outreach for mural projects, the
Porchfest organizers will take the following steps to notify the neighborhood and
address any questions or concerns:
Notify all households and businesses within two standard city blocks of the
proposed project at least 30 days before the project installation date;
Submit a petition of support from all adjacent residents and at least 80% of the
residents within two standards city blocks of the proposed project; and
Work with all affected neighbors to resolve any concerns that may arise
regarding the project; and
WHEREAS, the PAC has not reviewed Ana Goldsmith’s proposal but has expressed an
interest in seeing more painted intersections throughout the city; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council selects Ana Goldsmith’s design
to be installed at the intersection of Utica and Jay Streets and to be added to the City of
Ithaca’s public art collection; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the selected artist may proceed with the installation of her mural
upon the submission of a petition of support from area residents as required by the
Board of Public Works and the execution of an agreement with the City as reviewed by
the City Attorney.
13.3 Alderperson Murtagh - Resolution to Select Artwork for a Painted
Intersection at Fair and South Streets
WHEREAS, in 2010, the City of Ithaca Public Art Commission (PAC) created a mural
and street art program to beautify blank walls within the city, while providing local artists
from all sections of the community an opportunity to showcase their work; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works adopted a policy to modify City intersections
through mural installations on the street surface in November 2011; and
WHEREAS, as part of Streets Alive! Southside, Marshall McCormick has submitted a
proposal for a painted intersection at Fair and South Streets; and
WHEREAS, the artwork will be installed by artist Sean Chilson during Streets Alive! on
September 17, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the proposed location is an intersection of two local, non-arterial streets
and meets the requirements for painted intersections identified by the Board of Public
Works; and
WHEREAS, in lieu of the PAC’s standard public outreach for mural projects, the project
organizers have taken the following steps to notify the neighborhood and address any
questions or concerns:
Notified all households and businesses within two standard city blocks of the
proposed project at least 30 days before the project installation date;
Submitted a petition of support from all adjacent residents and at least 80% of
the residents within two standards city blocks of the proposed project; and
Worked with all affected neighbors to resolve any concerns that may arise
regarding the project; and
WHEREAS, the PAC has not reviewed Sean Chilson’s proposal but has expressed an
interest in seeing more painted intersections throughout the city; now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the City of Ithaca Common Council selects Sean Chilson’s design to
be installed at the intersection of Fair and South Streets and to be added to the City of
Ithaca’s public art collection; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the selected artist may proceed with the installation of his mural upon
the execution of an agreement with the City as reviewed by the City Attorney.