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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMN-B&A-1994-06-22 BUDGET AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING 7 :30 P.M. JUNE 22, 1994 MINUTES Present: Committee Members: Shenk, Johnson, Gray, Booth (late) Others Present: Mayor Nichols City Controller Cafferillo Deputy Controller Thayer Supt. of Public Works Gray City Chamberlain Parsons Building Commissioner Eckstrom Fire Chief Wilbur Deputy Planning Director Sieverding Police Chief McEwen Members of the media 1. Opening Comments: Vice-Chairperson Johnson stated that the following changes were made to the agenda: A. The deletion of the item dealing with Payroll Deductions for the Environmental Federation of New York. B. An additional item related to the County' s solid waste fee. Members of the Public were asked to speak; no members spoke. 2 . Common Council - Extension of Term for the Position of Mayor The Committee had no information to add to its previous discussion of this item. It was agreed that the following local law amendment drafted by the City Attorney would be sent to Council for vote at its July meeting. A Local Law Amending the Term of the Mayor's Office From Two (2) Years to Four (4) Years. BE IT ENACTED by the Common Council of the City of Ithaca, New York as follows: 1 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 SECTION 1. Amending the term of Office of the Mayor of the City of Ithaca from two (2 ) to four (4) years. The first sentence of Section C-10(A) of the Charter of the City of Ithaca is hereby amended to read as follows: (At the general election held in November 1925, and in each odd-numbered year thereafter, the Mayor shall be elected for a term of two (2) years . ] At the general election held in November 1995, and every four (4) years thereafter, a Mayor shall be elected for a term of four (4) years . SECTION 2. Effective Date. This Local Law shall take effect upon approval of the electors of the City of Ithaca at the general election to be held in November 1994 and filing in the Office of the Secretary of State. No formal vote was taken on the Local Law, but it was agreed upon by the Committee to send this forward to Council. 3 . Finance/Chamberlain - Request Extension of Tax Sale Redemption Period City Chamberlain Parsons presented the Committee with two requests from city property owners to extend the tax sale redemption period. It was noted that both properties were given extensions at the Common Council meeting of December 1, 1993 to allow property redemption until May, 1994 . Parsons explained that the properties in question were 432 N. Titus Avenue and 315 Second Street. Myra Malkin of Chemung County Legal Services stated that the N. Titus Avenue property had a definite buyer within the next three months. Parsons explained to the Committee that they have the following options available: A. Attempt to sell City' s interest; B. Foreclose on City' s lien; C. Do nothing or; D. Extend the period. 2 f BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 After a discussion by the Committee, it was decided to extend the tax sale redemption period, for both of these properties, for an additional three months . The following motions were made: A. WHEREAS, at its regular meeting of December 1, 1993, the Common Council approved an extension for property redemption until May 11, 1994 for 432 North Titus Avenue, and WHEREAS, the property owner at 432 North Titus Avenue has requested an additional extension to redeem the property, and there are sound reasons for providing a short extension; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the existing owner be permitted to redeem the property at 432 North Titus Avenue up to September 6, 1994, for the total lien amount outstanding, plus additional interest penalty and related costs through the date of the redemption. The motion passed 3-0. B. WHEREAS, at its regular meeting of December 1, 1993, the Common Council approved an extension for property redemption until May 23, 1994 for 315 Second Street, and WHEREAS, the property owner at 315 Second Street has requested an additional extension to redeem the property, and there are sound reasons for providing a short extension; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the existing owner be permitted to redeem the property at 315 Second Street, up to September 23, 1994, for the total lien amount outstanding, plus additional interest penalty and related costs through the date of the redemption. The motion passed 3-0. 4 . Building Department - Safety Shoe Discussion Building Commissioner Eckstrom stated that he was asked to purchase safety shoes for one of the Building Department' s deputies, but could not purchase them with City funds because a purchase of this type was not in the Executive Unit contract. Eckstrom stated that safety shoes are a necessary item for safe inspection of various work sites. He stated that wearing safety shoes on building inspections is an OSHA requirement. The safety shoes are needed for one deputy in his department. 3 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 The Committee stated that if this was indeed an OSHA requirement, the City would supply the safety shoes without Council action or further negotiation in the Executive contract. City Controller Cafferillo stated that he would discuss this with the City Personnel Administrator and report back at the C-O-W meeting. No action was taken. 5 . Fire Department - Award of Fire Vehicle Bid Fire Chief Wilbur presented the Committee with a request to award a fire apparatus bid to Saulsbury Fire Equipment of Preble, New York for two vehicles and related equipment. Wilbur stated that the fire apparatus bids were opened on May 12th, and after extensive review by the Apparatus Committee, the Committee recommended that the bids be awarded to the low bidder meeting specification, Saulsbury Fire Equipment, as follows: Pumper & related equipment $374,267 Aerial & related equipment 522,030 Discount ( 10,000) Total Bid $866,297 Wilbur stated that he concurred with the Apparatus Committee' s decision, and that the Board of Fire Commissioners approved the bid award on June 14th. He explained that the authorization for this capital project was $900, 000. Chairperson Booth arrived at the meeting during this discussion. After a discussion regarding the vehicles, the following motion was made: WHEREAS, in 1993, the City of Ithaca Common Council authorized and bonded the amount of $900,000.00 for the Ithaca Fire Department to purchase a pumper and an aerial; and WHEREAS, the Department Apparatus Committee drafted open specifications not designed for any one apparatus manufacturer; and WHEREAS, the drafted specifications meet the apparatus and equipment needs of the Ithaca Fire Department; and WHEREAS, Seagrave Fire Apparatus bid the pumper; Har-Rob bid a Smeal aerial; and Saulsbury Fire Apparatus bid both the pumper and aerial; and 4 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 WHEREAS, Saulsbury Fire Apparatus proposed a pumper and an aerial that meet the specifications with the least number of exceptions compared to the other bids; and WHEREAS, the proposals by Saulsbury Fire Apparatus are the lowest amounts bid and Saulsbury' s bids are within the budgeted amount, $374,267 . 00 for the pumper and all associated equipment; $522, 030.00 for the aerial and all associated equipment with a $10,000 .00 discount for awarding both apparatus and all equipment to Saulsbury Fire Apparatus, for a grand total of $886,297 . 00 for both apparatus and all equipment, and WHEREAS, the Apparatus Committee has conducted extensive review and has clarified the proposals, and recommends awarding the bid to Saulsbury Fire Apparatus; now therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Common Council hereby determines that the bids shall be awarded for the pumper and aerial to Saulsbury Fire Apparatus and authorizes the Fire Department to enter into a contract for construction of the apparatus . The motion passed 4-0. 6. Department of Public Works A. Request Funds for Improvements to Seneca Street Parking Garage Superintendent of Public Works Gray reported that the BPW has received many requests relating to security improvements, including lighting and telephone security systems (blue light telephone) , for the Seneca Street Parking Garage. Gray explained that the increased lighting improvement would cost approximately $20,000 to purchase and install, and an additional $7,500 annual lighting bill. Gray stated that there are other improvements needed to the garage, but at this point they have not been brought together into a complete package. A discussion regarding security and lighting in the Seneca Street garage followed. The Committee suggested that the Superintendent determine if all the improvements to the garage should be consolidated into one project and brought forward at a future time, and if not, the lighting portion of the project can be brought back next month. The action was tabled. 5 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 B. Request Approval of State Street Brick Sales Policy Chairperson Booth stated that the BPW passed a resolution allowing the Superintendent of Public Works to approve the sale of bricks from State Street up to $400 and providing that for sales above $400, the BPW would have to approve the sale of these bricks . Booth suggested to the Committee that Common Council should delegate its authority to the BPW to approve the sale of State Street bricks . The Committee agreed with the chair' s suggestion. The following motion was made: RESOLVED, That Common Council delegates to the Board of Public Works the authority to approve any and all sales of State Street bricks in cases where the Board receives positive recommendations for the sale of such bricks from the Ithaca Landmarks Preservation Commission. The motion passed 4-0. 7 . PBA Concerns to Council • Michael Gray, the president of the Police Benevolent Association, addressed the B & A Committee to discuss Council' s priorities as they relate to police work. Gray stated that his statement at the last Common Council meeting was done to make a point to Council, and was not intended to offend anyone directly. Gray listed his concerns relating to Common Council and the police Department as follows : A. Lack of police manpower - Police Department needs more personnel. B. - A need for more training of police personnel, particularly relating to street crime, is needed for the police to become more effective. C. A need for more Council support for police officers . D. A need for improved communication skill training. The Committee discused these concerns and several others raised by the Police Chief. No action was taken. 6 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 8 . Planning & Development - Request Establishment of Capital Project for Inlet Island Property Purchase Alderperson Schroeder presented a request to establish a $575, 000 Capital Project to acquire substitute park lands for Inlet Island. Schroeder explained that the Planning Committee voted on the exact parcels to acquire. He stated that one parcel that is included in the parcel acquisition will be used in part for substitute park lands, but also for the expansion of one of the City' s Industrial Parks. He explained that the cost of this project should eventually be reimbursed through the sale of land. He stated that the Route 96 land purchase is not included in this substitute parkland acquisition. The Committee voted, 4-0, to move into executive session to discuss the possible acquisition of property. 9 . Report from Executive Session After the Committee voted, 4-0, to move back into regular session, Chairperson Booth stated that the following actions took place in executive session: A. Request Establishment of Capital Project for Inlet Island Property Purchase WHEREAS, the Common Council approved a land use plan which called for the alienation of certain parcels of park land on Inlet Island, and WHEREAS, the alienation and conversion process requires the acquisition of substitute park lands acceptable to the State of New York and the U. S. Department of the Interior, the cost of which is expected to be eventually recovered through the sale of the land to be alienated and converted on Inlet Island, and WHEREAS, the Planning Committee has identified parcels of land that appear suitable for substitution for the Inlet Island property, and WHEREAS, the City has received preliminary appraised values for the relevant parcels, now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That staff is authorized to negotiate the acquisition of the identified substitute parcels, and be it further 7 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 RESOLVED, That a Capital Project in the amount of $575, 000 be established to cover the following anticipated expenses: Land Acquisition $480,000 Final Appraisals 20,000 Surveys 20, 000 Environmental Audits 15, 000 Contingency 40, 000 TOTAL $575,000 . The motion passed 4-0 . B. Request to Appropriate Funds to Acquire Watershed Land WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca uses Six Mile Creek as a primary source of its drinking water, and WHEREAS, the City and Town of Ithaca have worked together to create a plan, dated November 13, 1990, that identifies a • "buffer zone" in the Six Mile Creek corridor, which should remain undeveloped in order to protect the watershed, and WHEREAS, the City has identified those privately owned parcels within the "buffer zone" which could potentially be developed, and WHEREAS, the Planning Committee has identified some of these parcels to be used as substitute park land for the Inlet Island Alienation and Conversion project, and WHEREAS, the City feels it is important to secure remaining parcels that have been identified so they will not be in danger of being developed, and WHEREAS, the Six Mile Creek Advisory Committee supports the acquisition of such parcels; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That staff be directed to take appropriate steps to secure the City' s ability to protect as many of the parcels as possible within the budget given below, be it through conservation easements or acquisition, and be it further RESOLVED, That a Capital Project in the amount of $275,000 be established to cover the following anticipated expenses: Land Acquisition $250,000 Final Appraisals 15, 000 Surveys 10, 000 TOTAL $275,000 8 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 and be it further RESOLVED, That the financing plan for the above referenced land acquisition be established as follows : Capital Reserve #26 for Watershed Property Acquisition $100,000 Issuance of Serial Bonds (General Fund) 175,000 total $275,000 The motion passed 4-0. 10. Finance/Controller - Flow Control/Solid Waste Issue City Controller Cafferillo stated that the City is still evaluating the solid waste flow control situation and its recycling contract with the County. He has had several meetings with the County. He stated that he will evaluate all the elements of the flow control legislation change and the recycling program, and make recommendations regarding the recycling program and trash tag price after we know the County will stabilize its tipping fee. A member of the public spoke to the Committee and suggested that the City tell the. County to hold off on the construction of the transfer station in the city. He explained that the County facility will never create economies of scale. He cited. various other facilities that are operating in a deficit situation. He stated that this facility will not operate anywhere near its capacity, and it should not be constructed. He urged Common Council to pass another resolution to state its opposition to the construction of the transfer facility. The Committee took no action on the flow control issue. A recommendation will be brought forward in July or August. 11 . Planning & Development A. Request to Approve the Rothschild's UDAG Loan Subordination Request Deputy Planning Director Sieverding stated that the owners of the Rothschild' s building have requested that 9 c BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 the City subordinate its $475, 000 UDAG loan on the property. Sieverding explained the following items regarding the subordination request: 1 . The $475,000 UDAG loan by the City is currently in second mortgage position. 2. Comex Plaza is requesting that the UDAG loan be placed in third mortgage position. 3. Comex Plaza has obtained short term debt to renovate the building from a department store to a mixed use building. 4 . Comex Plaza would like to convert the short term financing to long term financing. 5 . The Economic Development Committee and the IURA have recommended that the City subordinate the UDAG loan provided the loan interest rate is increased from 7 .5% to 8 .5%, which will increase the payment received from Comex by $3,500 per year. 6. The UDAG loan would be relatively secured in the event of a foreclosure. After a brief discussion, the following motion was made: WHEREAS, the City received in 1983 an Urban Development Action Grant (UDAG) which was lent by the City to Comex Plaza Associates, the owners of the Rothschild building, and WHEREAS, the recent conversion of that building from a department store to a mixed use project required Comex Plaza Associates to assume additional short term debt, and WHEREAS, the owners wish to convert this short term debt to long term debt in order to improve the financial stability of the project, and WHEREAS, Comex Plaza Associates have requested the City to subordinate its UDAG loan on the building to this new financing, and WHEREAS, the current appraised value of the building indicates that this subordination would result in a total loan to value ratio of 66% and total debt ahead of the UDAG loan equaling approximately 53% therefore leaving the UDAG loan in a relatively secured position in the event of a foreclosure, and 10 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 WHEREAS, Comex Plaza Associates has agreed to compensate the City for taking a more subordinated position by increasing the interest rate on the UDAG loan from 7 .5% to 8 .5%, and WHEREAS, approval of this subordination request is recommended by the Economic Development Committee of the IURA, the Budget and Administration and Economic Development Committees of Common Council; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Common Council approves the subordination request and authorizes the Mayor, subject to the advice of the Director of Planning and Development and the City Attorney, to execute all documents necessary to implement the subordination. The motion passed 4-0. Alderperson Shenk was excused for the remainder of the meeting. B. Request Funds for Reprinting of Zoning Maps Deputy Planning Director Sieverding presented a request for $1,000 to print additional zoning maps . Sieverding explained that the Planning Department has run out of maps, and needs more printed. He stated that the funds for the printing are not available within the Planning Department' s 1994 budget. After a discussion, the Committee agreed to transfer the funds from the Unrestricted Contingency account. The following motion was made: WHEREAS, the Planning Department needs to print more zoning maps at an estimated cost of $1, 000; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That an amount not to exceed $1, 000 be transferred from Account A1990 Unrestricted Contingency to Account A8020- 425 for the purpose of printing additional zoning maps. The motion passed 3-0 . C. Request Funds for Southwest Park Wetlands Consulting Service Deputy Planning Director Sieverding presented a request for $6, 650 for a wetlands delineation analysis for Southwest Park. Sieverding explained that Stearns and Wheler have already been hired to perform the environmental site assessment for this site. He explained that the delineation analysis includes 11 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 inventories and mapping of the wetlands limits in accordance with wetland delineation standards established by the Army Corps of Engineering amd the NYS DEC. Sieverding also stated that there is no project concept in terms of future development in this area. After a brief discussion, the following motion was made: WHEREAS, the City has already contracted with Stearns and Wheler for an environmental site assessment for Southwest Park, and WHEREAS, preliminary site work by Stearns and Wheler has suggested the need for a wetlands delineation analysis, and WHEREAS, wetlands delineation is not.part of the scope for an environmental site assessment; now, therefore be it RESOLVED, That the Mayor, subject to the advice of the Superintendent of Public Works and City Attorney, be authorized to execute a contract with Stearns and Wheler for the delineation of the wetland limit line in Southwest Park to be conducted in accordance with wetland delineation standards promulgated by the Army Corps of Engineering and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and as further defined in a contract proposal submitted by Stearns and Wheler dated June 1, 1994, for a fee not to exceed $6, 650, and be it further RESOLVED, That the funds for said wetland delineation report be derived from Capital Project #208, Southwest Park Development. The motion passed 3-0. D. Request to Approve Drop In Center Lease Deputy Planning Director Sieverding presented a request to approve the proposed Drop In Center lease. Sieverding explained that the site location, on a portion of the Water Department' s site in the Northside, is now the approved site. He explained the key points of the Drop In Center lease as follows: 1. 14,000 square foot site. 2 . 20 year lease period for $1 a year. 12 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 3 . A clause on a 30 day termination option if the building is not used for day care for a period longer than 30 days . 4. Drop In Center to be responsible for all repairs, maintenance, utilities and property taxes . 5. Drop In Center to maintain liability and property damage insurance. 6. Drop In Center not to assign the lease to any other party without the City' s consent. Sieverding stated that the term of the lease should be extended to a 30 year term due to the $465, 000 Drop In Center investment in the site. He also stated the lease needs language to allow the holder of any first mortgage to have automatic assignment of a leasehold improvement. The Committee agreed to generally support this lease with the Drop In Center. Chairperson Booth stated that the following concerns in the lease need to be resolved: 1 . Clarification of language pertaining to the lease assignment. 2 . Brief definition of "daycare" in the lease. 3. Possible increase of the $1, 000,000 insurance limit. 4. City approval needed on any alteration/construction of building. 5 . Provision that at the termination of the lease, the property will be left in good condition. 6 . City building codes to be satisfied. No further action was taken. The lease approval resolution will be brought forward to the C.O.W. meeting. 12 . Common Council - Approval of 1995 Guidelines for Community Service Funding Alderperson Johnson stated that the proposed 1995 Guidelines for Community Service funding have been reviewed and are very much the same as in previous years. 13 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 Johnson stated that in the proposed guidelines the scoring factors would be used as guides . The following motion was made: WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca has in the past appropriated funds to agencies for cultural enrichment, economic promotion, and other purposes aside from human services, and WHEREAS, the Common Council intends that all such requests be subject to a standardized review process; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Budget & Administration Committee of Common Council be authorized to review all 1995 requests for non- mandated city funding from private, non-profit agencies that are not subject to Human Services Coalition review, and be it further RESOLVED, That the following requirements and criteria shall be applied to all such requests: Requirements 1 . All applications for 1995 funding must be submitted in writing to the City Controller by July 29, 1994 . 2 . Each application must include a statement that explains how the activity proposed for City funding will benefit the social, cultural, economic, and/or environmental well-being of city residents, in terms as specific as possible. Information presented should include the groups or individuals to be served, the number of people to benefit from the activity, and the duration of the benefit (long term or short term) 3. a. Each application must include budgets for 1994 and 1995, financial reports from 1992 and 1993, and an enumeration of other funding sources . b. The applications should also include a count of individuals served, by municipality, for prior years, and a report on any positive impacts and benefits . C. The application must include a description of methods for measuring positive outcomes from 1995 funding. 14 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 Criteria The Committee shall assign points for the degree to which the proposed use of City funds meets each of the following criteria. If the applicant does not supply sufficient information for the Committee to make a judgment, the proposal shall receive zero points in each such case. These criteria will be used by the Budget & Administration Committee as guidelines in evaluating requests for funding; 1 . The proposed activity will benefit the social, cultural, economic and/or environmental well-being of residents of the City of Ithaca. 2 . a. The proposal will service city residents in proportion to City funding requested. b. The sponsor of the proposed activity: 1 . has received funding, or 2 . is reasonably assured of receiving funding, or 3 . has made a good faith effort to receive funding from the County, appropriate towns, school districts, or other funding sources in proportion to non-city residents served. 3. The proposed activity will serve an identified need in the city and does not duplicate another service. 4 . The proposed activity is designed to effectively meet the needs of those to be benefitted; and the proposal includes measurable objectives. 5. The applicant demonstrates sound management practices . 6 . The proposed activity will especially benefit a population in financial need (i.e. , below federal poverty guidelines) or the disabled. 7 . The proposed activity will produce a long-term benefit. 8 . Outcomes from the proposed activity are clearly described and feasible to measure. and, be it further RESOLVED, That by September 15, 1994 the Budget & Administration Committee shall forward its recommendations to 15 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 the Mayor for consideration in the 1995 budget. EVALUATION AND SCORING OF COMMUNITY SERVICES FUNDING REQUESTS Criteria Points 1. Benefit well-being of residents 0-10 2a. Serve City residents 0-5 2b. Sponsor has: 1 . Received funding or 3 2 . Assured of receiving funding or 2 3 . Made good faith effort to receive 1 3. Serves an identified need (not duplicated) 0-5 4. Designed to meet needs; includes objectives 0-5 5 . Sound management practices 0-5 b . Benefit financially needy and handicapped 0-5 7 . Long term benefit 0-5 8. Outcomes from the proposed activity is/are clearly described and feasible to measure 0-7 The motion was approved 3-0 . 13 . Finance/Controller A. Request to Amend Computer Acquisition Capital Project for Computer Network City Controller Cafferillo presented a request to amend the Computer Acquisition project by $50,000 to establish the first phase of the City-wide computer network project. Cafferillo stated that this issue was on the Councils agenda for the June meeting, but was referred back to Committee for more discussion. He presented the Committee with memoranda from the major departments on how the network would positively affect their operation. Cafferillo stated that the $50, 000 network project was established with assistance from the City' s Computer Committee, Cornell University, Tompkins County Data Processing, and Hewlett-Packard. He explained that the 16 BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 network would provide a City-wide E Mail network system and GIS network system. He stated that this was the first phase of a multi-phase project to network all City departments. He stated . that the first phase would include most of City Hall, the Police Department and Fire Department. Future connections with other departments will be made at a later date. The management of the network is still being established, but it appears it will be a combination of a County contract, City forces and local computer consultants. Cafferillo stated that this phase of the network project would also include a public access computer to allow the public to access various types of City information. After a discussion regarding the system, the following motion was made: WHEREAS, the City Controller in coordination with the Computer Committee have determined that the City needs to implement a City Wide Computer Network within most city departments, and WHEREAS, the Computer Committee has determined that the proposed computer network could provide, among other items, a city wide E-mail system and various components of the GIS mapping system, and WHEREAS, the City of Ithaca is committed to maintaining the right of its citizens to have open access to public information and communication technologies, and WHEREAS, the City Controller in coordination with the Computer Committee is recommending a phased City Wide Computer Networking System with the establishment of the first phase of said network to include all City Hall Departments, the Police Department, the Fire Department and the ability for future connections with other city departments, at an estimated cost of $50,000, now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That Capital Project #211 Computer Acquisition be increased by an amount not to exceed $50,000, to a total not to exceed $679, 745 for the acquisition and installation of Phase 1 of the City Wide Computer Network System, and be it further RESOLVED, That the funds for said Computer Networking acquisition be financed through the issuance of serial bonds . The motion passed 3-0 . 17 i BUDGET & ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 1994 B. Request to Approve 1994-1995 Civil Service Agreement Deputy Controller Thayer presented the proposed 1994-1995 Civil Service agreement with the Ithaca City School District. Thayer explained that this agreement involves an annual contract with the Ithaca City School District. He explained that the School District pays the City for Civil Service work performed by the City' s Personnel Department on behalf of the School District. The proposed 1994-1995 contract amount is $21,074. After a brief discussion regarding the Civil Service work performed for the School District, the following motion was made: RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute an agreement between the City of Ithaca and the Ithaca City School District for performance by the City for services in connection with Civil Service matters for the period July 1, 1994 to June 30, 1995, in the amount of $21, 074, payable to the City of Ithaca on or before November 1, 1994 . The motion passed 3-0 . C. County Solid Waste Fee on Future Tax Bill City Controller Cafferillo reported to the Committee that the County is examining the possibility of placing the annual County solid waste fee on the tax bills . He explained that if this is done, the City would be collecting the solid waste fee on the County' s behalf. We will be examining the implications of this County request to determine if additional City costs would be incurred. The Committee agreed that if this issue needed Council action, it would be brought to the COW meeting for discussion and action. The meeting was adjourned at 11 : 25 P.M. NOTE: In many cases the actual texts of the resolutions presented in these minutes were prepared following the Committee' s deliberations and decisions on the matters involved. The resolutions presented here are in complete accord with decisions made by the Committee. 18