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the proximity to your childs school. Think again. Think about how the -�-
increased trafFic of such people visitin� such a business S00 feet from your �
childs school would make you feel about your childs sa�ety in that area.
Think again.
I recommend that you ask the Town of T�thaca Plannzng Board to go
back to the drawzng board and reexamine the current industria� zoned
areas of the town to find alternative zoning areas for aduZt entertainment.
However, in the rush to confine adult entertaznment bus;nesses, you
should not forget, on the contrary should seek to protect, those without a
voice: the children of the Waldorf school.
I strongly urge you and the Ithaca Town Board to move ahead with
regu�arion of adult entertainment in the town. There is no reason why the
Town Board cannot move to pass the package of regularions conceming
the operati.on of aduIt entertainment businesses in the Town of I�haca.
However, do not pass these regulations thinking tha� you have it made.
The adult entertainment regulatzons may present a severe barrier for most
investors, but are not insurmountable and may merely be a cost of doing
business for the financially able and determined entrepreneur wishing to
site such a business on Mancini Drive, cunently the most attractive of the
two proposed areas.
In conclusion, please do not rush into an adult entertainrrient
zoning situation that is not only unpa�arable, but which may actually
endanger children at the Waldorf School and that may later be regret�ed.
Please remove the Mancini Drive parcel from consideration for adult
entertainment zoning. Thank You.
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S�ncerely,
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James E. Semp,
WSOFL Extemal Affairs Liason
and Waldorf Parent
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Ms. Catherine Valentino , � � � . � � . .
126 E. Seneca St. . � � � , `
Ithaca, NY 14850 � - �
Dear Ms. Valentino: ' � �
I am writing to register my clismay and objection to the zoning board: s �
approval of the Mancini Road siie for adult entez�ainment zoning. This site is
much too c1osE to the Waldoxf School of the Fingeriakes, and shouid it ever be , �
deve�oped would represent an entirely inappropriate activity for a Iocation . .
which is regulariy used by elementary age schoalchildren and their families. I . -
believe this site should be removed from consideration.for adult enfier�utment , '
zoning. ' �
� Sincerely,
Barry Pe .
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• Yon threaten and stigmatize the residents and institutions of Inlet Valley. Designation alone
will have consequences, even if no AE business actuaIly Iocate in the AE zones; i-��
• You are potentzally cantributing to the decline of a portion of the town; .
• You are protecting the many by jeopardizing the few;
• And you are doing so by taking the path of least resistance.
Therefore, should you decide to approve this pIan, you incur a debt to those whom you are asking
to shoulder this burden on behalf of the entire town. Tt�at debt carries certain responsibilities:
To insure rigorous apglication of the town's zoning ordinance, site plan re�iew, special
approval process and sign law to any and all AE businesses;
To proceed with ail due speed to develop time, place and manner regulations for AE businesses
and insure that a mechanism is in place for effective enforcement of such regulations before any
AE businesses are established;
To consider other rnitigating actions, including financial ones, e.g.
• Fund a study to determine whether designation of the AE zones affects resale value oi
nearby homes and properties, length of time to sale, or the amount or type of new
development in the area
• Write into law a provision that should an AE business eventually locate in one of the
designated zanes, the town will allocate funds {including possibly a portion of the
town's share oi sales tax revenue generated by that buszness) to be used for measures
to alleviate secondary impacts in the surrounding neighborhoods.
I thank you for gi�ing serions consideration Co the abo�e concerns.
Sincerely,
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Richard Entlich
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Cakhy Valentinc�,
126 �. Sei�ec� St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Cathy,
Town 5upervisor �}�V � 9 �
Nc�vemb�r 1h, 1999
It pains me to ��rite this letter, btrt I a�eeded to let you know n�y position in
reg�rd io your support of Jim Scht��; as expressed in your ]etter pL�blished in th�
Ith��ca Jot7rnal.
Previous dealings with you made me believe that open �;ovErnrnent and
citizen participation was important to yo��. One of the factor5 that I mast
appre�iated abotit you ��as �v��at seemed to be yc���z• "populist" approach. These
��alues are at complete odds with Jim S�htig's �pprnach to go��ernment. Proba�ly
the biggest reason why Schug was furned out of c>ffice was his obstruction of
�pe3z gov�.3rr�ment and t�elittli�7g of pE•ople �vho want to participate. He ��as
verb�lly abusive af people who wanfied to gain access tn information and by so
doiizg apparenhly put fhe town clerk in a very diffic�lt positic�i�. His statement as
a c�z�ciid�te regarding citizen interest in ha�ring meeting minutes posted on the
W�b that aizyone wanting to rcad t11em shc��ild "�;et a life" is typical. There are
also ethical questions c�ncerning Jim and possil.�le con£�icts of izlterest. How
col�ld yoLi have s���ported sameone who repre4��nts such a position?
Yntjr le�ter suggests that a�ponents to SChug are "ane-issue." It seems
from a cc�nversaticm that yo�i and i had that your support of Cohen ar�d Schug is
based largely �n one issue, r}a�r�ely t11at yc�u could wc-�rk ��itl� them cm the water
and Sev�3er develc�pment. A5 yc�u c�rrectiv obser�f�, those in polifical po�ver need
to address mL�ltip�e issues. An abilify to mc�ve ir}frastruchire forw�rd shc��.ild not
obsct�re �;c�c�d gc>vernme�zt, envimnmental protection and ethical s�andards.
Once again, I ask, Ha�v cauld you 1��-�ve stipported Schug?
Your letter in support of Schu�; implies that peapl� opposed to him are
"one-issue, no-growth" ad�-•c�cates. Cathv, this statement in your lether distresses
zne greatly. I thc�ught that a�en go��ernm�nt and the democratic process was
something for which you stood. That shol�ld l�ad you to praise and resp�ct vocal
ci�izens, wlzether or not you agree �vith their position. While local officials t�eed
to keep multiple issues in miz�d, it is azot nece5�arily inappropriate for a citizen t�
takc a more narroEti: ��i��i�. Tt�eir one iss�ie fne�is can htlp to sh�rpen ideas. Then
it is up tc� the decisian-m�kers to �vei�;h many factors. Your characterization of
vocal citizens co��cerned about the impacts of grc�wth on the ��uality caf life as
"c�ne-iss�i�, no-growth" advc��a�es sl�ows a lack of xespect for ��eople wh� are at
least en�a�;ed in the democratic process. Regardless of whether or i�ot you agree
with �vhat they are supportia�g or opposing, you should vaiue their willingness
tn be in��ol��ed.
I have knc�wn you for many years and thc�u�ht [ kn�w what you stc�od for,
I �;uess I was wrang.
Sin�erel ,
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Ellen Z. Harrison
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TOWN OF ITHACA
126 EAST SENECA STREET, ITHACA, N.Y. 14850
TOWN CLERK 273-1721 HIGHWAY 273-1656 PARKS 273-8035 ENGi�VEERING 273 174'i PLqf�fNING 273-1747 ZONING 273-i783
FAX i�p�i 273-17aa • •
November 4, 1999
Mr. Tom Salm. Vice Presideni for Business Affairs
Ithaca College
30[7 !ob HaII
Ithaca, IYY i4850
Dear Toa�.
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I am glad that wc have �ad ihe opportuniry to Rtcct and discuss the proposed Conservation ZQne on South
Hill. Ithaca CoRege is ari imponant assct of tt�e Town, and we wish to continue to fostcr a clase working
rcl�tionship with the Collcge and its administration. W�ile we ccrtainly understand the Colicge's concerns
over the proposed zonirig char�ge for nc� land known as thc 5outh Hill Swamp Arca, we feel rhat such
deveIopment cantrols are warrantcd givcn the area's environmental signiticance and ser�itivity. However,
while conscrvation zoning does result in added restrictiur�s, we do no[ f�ee[ that this will necessarily hinder
Ithaca Ce�llege's ability to expand, nor eliminate the Cc�llege's• use of the land in the proposed Conservaticm
Zone. T�e purpose of this [etter is to reiterate our gosition on the matter and to express our desire to wotk
with ithaca Collcge on deveiop��cnt of a Master Plan that will �ieet the College's long-term goals, and insure
iis futurc �iability in the Town of Ithaca.
As yo� know, the proposal far Ehe Conservation Zone in the Soulh Hill 5wamp Area is only one at' ttiree
areas within the South Nill portion of Town �tiat is proposcd for Cc�nscrvation Zonin�. Two ottier
environmcntally signikicant areas are also part c�F this current C�nservatian Zoning praposai. Afl of these
areas currenUy face same development pressure. lfiis Loriing effort is part of the Town's overall lang-range
plans to impiement its 1943 Comprehensi�e Plan and E��97 Parks, Recreation, and Open Spacc Plan. These
plans outline the g�als for the Town in terms oi- delineating lancls most appropriate for deve�opment,
3griculture, and conservation. The Town of Ilh�ca has a responsibiiity ro its fuCure generations to implement
land use plans that will insure the Town's' long-tcrm viabrli[y ancl protect its renowne[f scenic beauty and
natural resources.
The South Hill Swamp Area has long been identi�ied as an are�i oi botanical significance and is designaied a
Unique Natural Area t�y the To�lpkins County Environmcntal Managemcn[ Councii, As ilius[raEed in the
Conservatian Board's repnR Svisrh Hill S�+�ump - Irs L'rriclt�e ;Vatur•al Charucteristics a�tct rVeed fur Pr-otection,
tlie area contains an abundance of rare and scarce plant species. Highlighted by the presence oF ehe Clausen
Swamp near E. King Road, the name "South Hill Swamp" is re;�lly a misnomer as the arca'S environmental
significance extends we[i beyond thc imme�iiatc contlnes oF the swamp itself. The are;� propUsed for
Conservatic�n Zoning also contains a wide diversity ot- plant communiiy types, ranging fram wetEand
cammunities ta dry barrcns. 5uch diversity can attract a wide variety of �4�ildlife species, and the Sauth Hill
Swamp Area is known for sighting of several rare and unusual species. In addition, the area contains stands
ot' mature/ald grow2h forest, wetlands, areas of exposed becircx:k, steep slopes ancl sc��iie ��f the high�st
elevations in the Town. Tfiese forest-clad hiilsidcs of Sou[h Hil.l are a proiitinent Feature and visi6le
throughout the Tuwn. ln cirawing the praposcci Curiservatiot� Zime, the Conservation St�ard t�x�k all 4hese
factors ipto ronsideraticm: consiclering tt�e whulc conti��uc�us fc�r�:s[ wittiin the South Hill Swamp .�.r�a as a
vibrant ecosysteez� with rcniarl:able scer�ic bea�ty,
Tu insure lhat no protection opportunitics arc lost. the Town necds to n�ove forward on this Conservation
Zcming pro�osal. Vl%hile we �ncierstanc� It�aca College's desire tc� eomplete i[s M�ster Plan priar to the Town
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enacting any zoning change, we feel that the year or more ihat this process wouid [ake is too long a period of
time to wait As we have mentioned, all three of the proposed Conservation Zones currently face
development pressure. Delaying the process could resuIt in Ioss of conservation opportunities. Temporarily
removing the Ithaca College property from the cunent proposai, as you ha�e recommended, is also not
feasible, as it would set a very bad precedent for tuture planning or preservation efforts within the Town,
While the proposed Conservation Zone does require special devalopment considerations, the zone itself does
not prohibit Ithaca CoIIege from devetoping in it. Given triat the ColIege has not yet develaped a Master
Plan, it is unclear to us whether the Conservation Zone would even pose a problem to the College. 'i'he
College holds a great deal of open land contiguous to the main campus that is cvrrently zoned R-15, and not
sIated for Canservation Zoning. This Iand itself would a�ow the Coliege to almost double its current
building footprint. In the proposed Canservat4on Zone, deveIopment progosals for passive uses such as
exercise and cross country skiing trails could be easily sited, and more active development would certainly
be allowed as long as it were consistent witi� the goals and objecti�es of the Conservation Zone. Also, the
Conser�ration Zone itself is not unalterable, and if Ithaca Col�ege were to make a case far necessary changes
in the boundary based on new inforjnation, the Town woutd entertain this.
We do recognize that the conservarion zoning language, as currently written, does not provide the same
development guidance for institutions of higher learning as it does for residential uses. As we have
discussed, institutions for higher Ieaming pose much greater develapment complexities and consideration.
To address your concern, we are currently attempting to revise tha zorung Ianguage such that it will be more
accommodating and provide you with greater clarity in terms of educational uses pernutted Enclosed is a
copy of this revised draft. To help us, we wo�Id ask that you review the enclosed draft local Iaw, and
provide us with an idea af what development needs you anticipate on South Hill, so we have a better idea of
what your needs will be. We hope to discuss this at our upcoming meeting with you (reschedvled for
November 16�' ). I woald like to emphasize that we are aware and supportive of Ithaca College's educationat
mission and needs, and want to work with the College to help ensure that these needs can be met.
The Town of Ithaca is confident that Ithaca College's future goals for growth can be accommodated on South
Hill, even with the rezoning of land to Conservation Zone. The Town welcomes the opportunity to work
with the College in its development of a Master PIan to insure the school's Iong-term �iability on South Hill.
The Town is aLso amenable to considering the possibility of establishing Institudonal or Educational Zoning
that might ease the development review and approval process for the College in some of its Iand holdings.
The coIIege's undertakirtg o# a General Environ,mental Impact Staternent (GEIS} would seirve to document
the impacts of Ithaca College's long range plans and the possibility of establishing Institutional or
Educatianal Zoning. We do not see the re-zoning to Conservation Zone as a hindrance to working with
Ithaca CoIIege on its Master Plan and pursuing the possibility of an Inst�tutional' or Educational Zone for
portions of the campus.
Both Ithaca College and the South Hill Swamp Area are important assets to the Town of Ithaca, and the Iong-
term viability of 6oth equates to the future success and prosperity of the Town. The Town's overall vision is
one of fostering successful businesses and accommodating the Town's imminent growth, while also
protecting the unique environment and scenic beauty that makes the area such an attractive p�ace to live. As
a valued community member we hope that the College will share in, and cantinue to serve an important role
in, the Town's overall vision for the future.
Sincerely,
Catherine V ntino, Svpervisor
cc: Peggy Williams, Ithaca College President
Town Board and Conservakion Board Members
Novernber 11, 1999
Ms. Catherine Valentino, Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
126 E. Seneca St.
Ithaca, NY 1485�
Dear Catl�y:
�inaca �.oiieg�
325 Job Ha�l
Ithaca. NY i a85p-7p08
(607) 274-3285
Vice President iar
Business and Administralive Affairs
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Tha�k y�u #or respondirg �C fTty �eCuc�I ii iai ii i� T01�V�1 Gutli3"12 �n a let�er its pos�tion �n �
ma�ing �uickly to act on the proposed South Hill Conservation Zane. I asked you to da
this so that our board of trustees would ha�e a definFti�e document writter� by the Town '
concerning this issue. f do appreciate you allowing me to re�iew th� draft. I can suggest
no changes, as I belie�e you have accurately and fully outfinec� the Town's position.
Therefore, I would suggest that you finalize the letter and send it to me, and we will see
that it's conveyed to our board a# trustees at the appropriate time.
Cathy, nat withstanding your gaod lettar, we do continue to fi�a�e problems with the
speed you plan to move on this proposal and the lac�C of specificity to justify taking the
large amount of land ir�vo[ved. This will come as no surprise to you, and we wili continu�
to discuss the matter when we meet on November 16. We do ha�e a prelirninary report
from our consultants on their evaluation of the fiara and fauna in the proposed area.
Unfartunately, it is �airly rough and th�re are more questions than answers at this stage
of the game. As you wifi recall, their study, to date, represents only half of t�e work to be
done. A spring and early summer evaluation is also necessary in arder to do a thorough
jo�. We will want to taik mare about that when we have mor� �nfiormation.
Again my thanks for wri#ing the letter and gi�ing me the opportun+ty ta review it. We will
talk further about the content of the letter and the language of the draft local law when
we meet on No�ember 16 and at future rrteetings.
Sincerely,
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Thomas R. 5alm
Vice President for Business
and Admirristrati�e Affairs
TRS:kks
c. Jon Kanter, Town Planner
TownlValentino (Conservation Zonea 111199.doC
Octaber 2�, 1999
113 Kay St.
Ithaca, N. Y. 14850
(607) 257-2016
Cathy Valentino, Town Supervisor
an� the Town Board
Town of Ithaca offices
126 E. Seneca St.
Ithaca, fY. Y. 14850
(607) 273-1721
Fred Hoteboom, Highway 5uperintendent
Town of Ithaca Highway �ept.
106 Seven MiZe Qrive
Ithaca, N. Y. 14850
(607) 273-1656
Atty. .]ohn C.
7own of Ithaca
119 E. Seneca
I�haca, N. Y.
(•607} 273-6841
Barney
Attorney
14850
Bob and Marian Earle
112 Kay St.
ItF�aca, N. Y. 14850
(607) 257-]757
7ommy Har�shorne
{97 Grand St.
Brooklyn, N. Y. 112i1
i7781 782-8o8s
Narold and Florence Bierman
709 Kay St.
Ithaca, f�. Y. Z4850
(607) 257-1769
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Re: destruction of most of th� road�between 108, Z09 ar�d 112 Kay St.
Re: violation of iiighway Law Secs. 205 and 207 and Town Law. Sec. 274
Dear everybody,
As most of you�knaw, on 5eptember 30, 1999, when the 1'own of ithaca
heavy equipmen� started ripp,ing up Kay Street at the bend in the road
between 108, 109 and 112 Kay Street (the Hartshorne, Bierman, and Earle
propertzes, respectively) many of the r�eighbors were a�armed and upset
by it, ar�d tr�ed to siop it by calling the Town of Ithaca Highway
Department and the Town of Ithaca Of�ices and the Tompkins County
5heriff and Atty. Barney.
A Ueputy Sheriff arrived, then Fr�d Noteboom, then the 7ompkins
County Sheriff himself arrived on the scene.
Despite the fact that � told them that Hzgnway Law Secs. 205 and
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207 and Town Law 5ec. 274 had been violated, because there had been no
�otice or public hearing before abandonning the part of the road being
torn up, and that that part of the road was used every day by many �ars
and trucks ar�d �eople, including being used at night for parking for
about 5 of the Hartshorne and �arle tenants and guests of Kay 5treet
residents, and by the many smal� children jiving on the street and
visiting persons l�ving on Kay Street (including our 12 grandchildren)
rid�ng their bzkes and skateboards on that part of Kay 5treet, and ihat
destroy�ng the "turnarouna" or� that corner cr�eated a dangerous and
hazardous condition that could cause serious injury and/or dea�h tQ the
person5 us�ng what was left of the rest of thP road, including head-on
collisions between cars and persons as cars come around thai bend, etc.,
the 5heriff told the equip�nent operators ta resume their work, and the
road was totally destroyed.
PLEAS� TAKE NOTICE THAT 7H� TOWN OF ITHACA IS RESPOhlSIBLE FdR ALL
INJURIES TQ P R N AN PR P R AN L A
D N AY �R H Ai N AREA 0 AY TRE T,
N E IT ATE� A HAZA TD T E PUBL , T D NT AND T TS.
nnexe is a p otocopy o own aw ec. 0, w ir �s entlt e
"Highways Abandoned." The Town can't �nila�erally abandon a road unless
ii t�as not been used for 6 years! I� it hasn't 6een used for 2 years,
the Town must ho�d a publ�c hearing on 2p days notice, and persons
aggrieved have 30 days from the decision to abandor� it to appea] it.
THAT PART OF KAY STREET HAS BEEN f1SED EVERY DAY SINCf KAY STREET WAS
N or t erea auts . TOWF1 BROK TH LAW
BY T AR NG IT UP W N UT NOi R AM P RT H A, AN
W T WN B A N WA P NTENDAN TO
re ote oo a m�tte t at t e own o t aea own oard
a not au hor�zecf him to destroy �he part af Kay Street that was
�esiroyed.)
Annexed is a pl�otocopy of Nighway Law Sec. 207, which is entitZed
"Discontinuance of Highway." The �awn Superintendant cannot discontinue
or a�andon �or pub1�c purposes a street unless the owners of ihe land on
both sidQs af such 5treet, far the distance it is proposed to
di5continue the same, shall by written pet�tion ta sucl� town
superintendent have requested the d�scontinuance thereof, and an order
entered by the town superintendent in the town clerk's affice directing
suci� discor�tinuance. (�here was no such pe�ition or order, Fred
Note�aok said. ) 3,,�, �-� �
Annexed is a photocopy of Town Law Sec�. 274,�regard�ng the Town
Board's authority by general or 5pecial rule ta refer matters such as
abandonning o� streets to the Planning Board befare �inal action by the
bady or afFicer of the town having final autf�ority thereon, the final
decision to not be made until after the report of the P�anning Board.
(TF�ere was nQ such Planning Board report, Fred Notebaok said.)
The residents of Kay Street want the destroyed part of Kay Streei
replaced �n goad condition by the Town of Ithaca.
Please, each of you, respond ta this ieiter, promptly.
Si ncerely � ur�
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Betty . Mu a
cc: all hauseholds an Kay Street
county court to appoint commisslon- berlvatlon. iIighwuy Law of 1909,
era und tn lte pluce ridded provlsfonK c. 3Q, � 228, amended L.1927, c. $8, @
for hearing ln snpreme cotirt, !ts de- 3�.
terminutlon relatiug to wl�iening o! �ighway I.n�v of 1908, c. 33U, ¢
highway uncl cogt, expcitise oi anch 22H ; I,.1883, c. 807, � 1.
widening.
Library Referenaey
Highu•uys �C�72, 109 et se�. C.J.$. Highways �� 10i1, 182 et eeQ.
Kotes af Deaisiona
[. Filqhways wlthln sectlon ths roadhed, not neceseitutins the Aa
Section 228 oi High�tny L�tw ai qnixitiou oi ndditlnna�l lnnae. ]flfl9,
104f} did nat npply tn tlti� wlde��in� oP O�.Atty.(��n, k137.
§§ 2�� to 2�2. Repealed L.�977, e, 840, � 59, eff. July 1,
. X978
Hietariaal Note
Section 200, L.1938, c. t�3, rel�ted Section 20�, I..1fl38, c. 83, related
to situatlona when conclemnntton to nnties of condemnatlon commis-
commissloner� do not itct. KlanerA' r]ecEstnn to board o! aupervl-
Section 201, I,.1938, c, 83, related R°rA,
to powers and dutles oP candemnn-
tlon Comraia9fones��.
§ 203. Widening, how constructed
The town superintendent shall construct such widening of the
highway according io plans and specifications adopted by the
county superiniendent and approved by the town board of his
town. The hills and expenses incurred in such work shall be au-
dited by the town board and gaid in ttte same manner as oiher
charges, out of moneys raisec� for such purpases as provided in ,
the preceding section.
L,193fi, c. 63 ; amended L.1963, c. 705, § 7. � �
Historical Nate
1983 Amendment. L.19�3, c. 7I1�, � ordee of ihe to�vn sugerintendent aft-
7, eff. xan. 1, 10E�4, lnaerted pro� i- er ��pprorfil by the town Uourcl.
sions reqniriu�; hills und ex��ei�ses to Derivatlon. Highwsts• Lnw o! 1909,
be puid in the Ha:ne ronmiei• �iy other c. ��, � 232,
char�es; anti omlrte�l proti•ixim�A re-
quirtng snid btlis Anc1 exnenseK to I�e High�vny Lnw uf 19U8, c, 330, �
pald by the snperti'lhor n��m� wr{tten l3_; I..]8A:i, c. (�07, ��.
Library Refereaaea
Iilghwny� C�122 et aey. C.J.S. High��•nya $ 177 et t�ey. .
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§ 2�4. Actions io compel widening; how affected by petitian
In case an action might lie in any court of this atate against ,
the town superintendent af any town or towns �o compel such
� superintendent to widen a pari of a highway, the width of which
has t�ecome less than thati required by statute, or in case an ac-
tion has been brought against such superintendent to compel
' him to widen a part of a highway, the width of which has be-
come less than that required hy statute, the presentiation of a
�verified petition to the caunty court as provided for in section
one hundred and ninety-nine shall prevent the commencing of
:; any such action as aforesaid and cause such an action already com-
'; menced, to cease, and shall he a bar to a recovery on the part o£
�. t4ie plaintiff of a judgment against such superintendent in any
;• sach action instituted or prosecuted to 3udgment after the pas-
':' sage of this chapter. �
; L:I938, c. 63.
' � Historioal Note
� perfvatlon. Higl�way I,Aw of 1909, Highwn3• Lati�� of 1908, c. 330, $`,k�
�.c, 3D, � 233. 2�.3 ; T..1893, c. 607, $ 6. � ;,�
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�; j�I��ghwnys �108 et Req. C.7.S. Hightvnsa � 196. ������� ���
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�,� §_: 205. Ii'tghways abandoned V��`¢ �� �"��
'��-1: Every highway that shall not have been opened and
� worked within six years from the time it sYiall have ioeen dedi-
���'cated tio the use of the public, or laid aut, shall cease to be a
;� highway; but the period during which any action �or proceeding
�;sh'a11 have been, or shall be pending in regard to any such high-
�:'wap, shall form no part of such six years; and ever i�i hwa
;•:that shall not have been traveled or used as a highway for six
: ye�rs, s all cease to e a highway, and every pubtic ri ht oi way
�.: that shall not have been use �or said pe� d sha11 be deemed
�. a ndoned as a ri ht-of-wa . The town suparintendent with the
::�vritten consent of a xnajority of the town board shall file, and
:` cause o e recor e in t e town clerk's office of the town a
���: wxi�ten description, signed by him, and by said town board of
z; each highway and public`ri '� - so b d, and the
. same s a ereupon be discontinued.
�� �° 2. There may also he a qualified _abandonyment of a highway
:�� under the foll win�g conditions and ior the fotlowin urposes, to
-� wit: Where it appears �o the �own superiniendent and said
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��. town board, at any time, thai a highway ha na becnme�hQlly
�,I disused as aforesaid, but that it has nat far two years next pre-
. vious thereto, been usually traveled alon� the _greater part there-
�; ��� of= by more than two vehicles daily, in addition to strians
�� and persans on orse ac , an �t s a!1 als appear to the super-
� � in en en o i �-ays o� the county in which such town is siiu-
a#e at a qualified abandonment of such highway ss �o�er and
�'' wiil not cause injustice ar ardshi to the owner or accupant of
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r.. �;�, any lands a joining such highway af�er suc super�ntendent
I; ;, ��b �, s al ave e a public hearin t ereon upqn givin at Ieast
�`'''`� er� � twent days' writien notice to such owners and occu ants oP
;;,'�{� � such lands of e ime and lace of suc ear�ng, �he� all f�
��i anci cause o e recnrded in the town�c er� s o fice a cert� aie
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��; containing a descri tion of that portion o'f the highway partly
3,'�;� dasused as aforesaid and declaring a qualified abandonment
''�"� thereof; and at any iime within_ _ir v avsyafter t e rendering
:� of the decision of said county superiritendent thereon or the fil-
�i;';, � ing and recording of such certificate in the town cferk's office
�`�s` e� an perso eemin himself o~ elf a�gr�ed � serv-
�;��! z �n wrrtten otice af a
;t:�; ,, g ppea upon such county s�periniendent,
;;;, 1 appeal to the commissioner oi transporiation, w o s a irect a
,'' �� re ear�ng e ore the cammissioner of transportation or a depu y
�}; ti duly designated by him, w o s afl fix the time and place uch
��` rehearing t�•fthin the county in whie suc o���n i� ituate an��
t;l,
;i, shall ave power to s�%ear witnesses and take testimony and
:�i" shalf rer.der decision t ereon. The ef� t of such qua fl eii d aban-
�; . onment, with respect ta the partion of said highway described
i;� .1 in the certi:ficate, shall be as follows: It shall no langer be
� �' worked at th�ublic expense; ii sha�l not cease to be a i wa
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'� for purposes of the p�blic'easement, by reason o s�tch suspen-
� sion o wor ereon; no ersons sha91 im aii• its use as a hi h-
wa nor obstruct it, except as hereinafter provided, but no per-
sons shall be re uired to kee an art of it in repair; wherever
an owner ar lessee of adjoining tands as e t'ig i ta possession
of other lands wholly or partly on the direct2y opposi e s� e of
the highway therefrom, he may cvnstruct and mainiain across
said hi hwa a fet e at each end of the area of highway w��ich
a �oins both of said opposite pieces of land, pi•ovided titat each
saic� crass fence must have a gate in the middle tf�ereof at Ieast
ten ieet in length, which gaie must at al! times be 3cept uniocked
and supplied with a sufficient hasp or iatch for keeping the
same closed; a11 persons owning or using opposite �ands, con-
nected by st�ch gates and fenees, may use the portion of highway
thus enclosed for pasturage; any traveler or vther person who
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intentionally, or by wilful neglect, leaves such gate unlatched,
shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and the fact of leaving it un-
latche� shall be prima facie evidence of such intent or wilful ne-
glect. Excepting as bro ated all ather eneral laws re-
lating to highways shai� apply io such partially abandoned high-
way. This section shal! not apply to highways less than t�ti�o
roc�s in width unless it sha11 appear to the town s�perintendent
at any time that such a highway has not, during the months of
,; June to Sep�emher inc3asive of the two years next previous
. i thereto, k�een usually traveled alon� the greater part thereof by
� more than ten edestrians daily.
� Any a tion or roceedin.g involving the abandonment ar quali-
�, fied abandonmen� of a highway made pursuant to this section
mus in tFie case of abandonment, be cammenced withinC�
e�"r�rom �he date of fi3ing by ti�e town superintendent as pro-
vi ed in subdivision one af this section, or, in the Case of c,Lli-
fied abandonment, be commen�ed within ne yea from the date
the decis'son of the eommissioner of trans ortation is rendered as
•,: �ro�zded in subdivision two of this section.
L.193B, c. 63 ; amended L.1937, c. 475 ; L. i966, c. 506, § 1; L.1971,
c. 1110, § 108.
;�: Historicol Note
1971 Amendment. L.1J71, c. 1110, � Hi�;hu•ity Law• nP 18f)U, c. :ifiS, §:�'J,
lcl6, eff. ,I�sIF '�, 1971, tiaib.tit��teal ;��ni�n�fe�! i..7R�R, c. a3`� : L.1f)07, c.
"cornmis�lnner of tran.��ortntion" ro�� :.�ar: �t.s., p[. I, c. I(3, titlN 1, �`�`�,
"snperinte���lt�n[ nf ��nl,lic �vnrks" :iiue«clral �..l�fil, r. :ill ; i,.78;43, �•
n•hererer appenrin�. i7�, � t.�,
1966 Amendment. ti4iUd. 1. I..19fiFi,
e. �i1H3, �], �fY. Fe��t. 1, S�Frfi, r1e�iP.-
nnted ttrHt ���r. af Fecfi�,n u� �iih�l. 1.
s�t�a. s. r..ifl�a, c. ;�r�s, � i, �rr.
�apt. ], 1S3G(I� I�P.r'If.,'RftC4iI v�rnna] par.
�f �action f�s �u1i4. `1 :�rkd culcicd =�:irn-
gru�d� �r�;i�it�i�iM .�Any �tc[ini� �:�".
�erivatlan. Iligl�+ruy l.K�r nP lnn�,
r. :30, � '?:i�, stimrn�lecl I..7�11,�. c. :S'r'�, �
]If.
lii�;h�vnt• Lr�«• uf 1�J08, r,. 3:�n, f�
'139.
fiighwayti c�i�.
Llmitatlo� ot Act�on. Sectfon 2 of
I,.1�Eifl, c. :i�M, �rror�idcrl: "Anp nction
��r ��roree�liiti� ii�rn[�•ing nn ��banclon-
�rf���it a�r ��a�iili[le�l :�l�F�ndonment mnde
��n�•�n�nit [n ��ctlon tti�•e hunilred fi��e
nf r1m l�iglt�vn�' ]n��• prlor ta [lte eP-
frrtirr ilutr ul [lkl�c nr[ �Sr��[. 7, ��6�'i�
mn..t lM cmn�3tcncerk tir'sii,in ���ir r��:�r
fr�,m �ncli �'ffectirp cl,�tr'
Librwry ReYarcuci�s
c.J.s. ri°_.:��� ���. , �;;E� ,•� _.,���.
Notea of Dcc3rioiiti
I. GENERALLY 1-dQ
II. NpNUSE DF HIGHWAY 4[-80
I11. nUALIF'iEO ABAN�ONMENT 8!-SI
T
•�avili��11L1 U
� CONSOLIDATED � LAWS
�yf : . . . . . ,
� � � 4�' NE�. ��YQ.RK. �ANNOTATED
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• .. � � � �� � Cuinu�ative .P,Qcket� Part . . �
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�... � . ,
� . , �eplacing�prior p'oc�et�p,art supplementing
- . � • 1979 main vo�ume � . �
�• • Currenf Through the Laws of I998,
.. C�apters 1, 3,'5 to. 9, .11 to 49;�51•,�52,'59 •to.76, :7�� to 124,.
�.•126�to 150, 152 to I6�7, I69,:171 to�204, 242�to 212, 214, .
�`'2I6 to 21$, 220, 222� to 279; 281 to• 354, 356 to 371, 373
to 380, 382 to 424, �2�5� to 546� 548 to 561; 563 to •
- 566, 568.'to 58$� and 591 �of 221st Seasion. �
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, � CDRNELL I.�W LIARARY
- � � �RR:,�� DEC.151998
� . � � � . �� �
�. . . �� WE$'r G�OtJP.' . . . � �
:: `.illu' . . , . . . .
., ..,.... .. �. ..
,
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rru�u ��
establish, by preponderance of evidence,
extent of actual use of the road during
pr�scriptive period.. LTaher . v. Mobbs,
198b, 129 Misc2d 529, 493 N.Y.S2d 631.
28:' Degree of proof � �' -'
� F{atz v. Town af Brookhaven, 1961, 213
N:Y.8.2d g8, af�irmed f6 1LT}2d b34, 222
N Y.5.2d 1612, [main voiwme� appea] de-
nied 11 N.'Y.2d 644, 7.28 N.Y.8.2d 1020,
182 I�i.E2d 619. � '
2r9,.. 5ufficiency ot evidence--Gene�ally
= Katz v. Tawr� of Brookhaven (2 Dept,.
' 1961�, 15 AD2d 534, 222 N.Y.8.2d 1012,
[main vo3ume] appeal de`nied li� N.Y.2d .
' 644, 22� .N.Y.52d 1U25, 182' N.E.2d s19.
�4 .,TesGimony by reeidents, by town high-
'` way emptpyees, by t�wn highway'euperin-.
� tendente,' and by others demonstrated ttiat
raad had 6een uaed 5y guhlic for ta-ana-
porting goada from dock to eettter of tawn
for mpre . than ib0 years. $nd, thus, road
hatl become highway by prestriptiqn, even .
if Qublic uae of road had gxeatlydimini�h-
' ed. .. Town of Dresden �. Voatytas (3 .
Dept� 1,997} 244 A.D2d 779, 6fi6 I+T.Y.5.2d.
�•.. • � -
, „Evadence showed that,.de�d�nd �aad
wag town highway, despite landowners'
; conter�#ion that road was private driveWay; ,
to�yn had plowed tnad for 50 yeara •and
:; had maintained road for more thgn ten,
years, and travel upan rvad had not been
restricted in any mar:crer...• Jemzura K._
Muasiaion,(3�Dept, 1990) 1,61;AD.2d 85i,
56b N.Y.92d 491, appeai,denied:76. N.Y2d
� i14, .6fi4 . DJ.'Y,S.2d 717, b65 I�.E.2d 1268, ,
; i reargument. denied 77 �f.Y.2d $79, b68
� N.Y.$2d 916, 571 N,E,2d 86. ,; .
In action aeelang � detlaration o£ righta
with reapect to particular. dirE road, record
did noi aupgort trial cnurt'e finding that
dieputed_ raaci had become public tqwn
highway, but plaintiffa,did eatablish requi-
site elements of.prescriptive easement.oL,�
way along dirt road ae it groceeded from -
town highway to their.prerniaea:, Gardner.
v. Suddaby (3 I}ept, ,197H) 70 A.D2d ,990,
` 47,7 . N.Y.S.?.d 803, app�al dismissed ��i8,
$,'� Pf.Y2d 7D6, 922 DI.Y.82d 68, 337 N.E.2d ,
768, appeal cfenied 49 I1.Y2d 742, 426
N.Y.S.2d 1025, 4U3. N.E2d 188;.,reargv-:
ment denied 99 N:Y2d 1p48, 429 N;X•S2d
R 142?, 407 N.E2d 483., , . .
3p,n �--, Maintenance ;. ' > � .
�`Regsrdless of date of � construction of �
eubdivieion access road, raad, became pub;
lic through uae and maintenance of period
in excesa of ten yeara; tawm regularly
plowed road in winter, ditched and graded
road in summer, and maintained road
same aa that performed on ather town
roada for periad in exceas of ten yesrs.'
LaSalle Co. v. Town of Hilladale i3 Dept.
1993) 199 A.D2d 685, 605 N.Y.5.2d.164.
DetetTnination that dut road in tawn
wea'puhlic rosd wss eupported by teatima
ny of tawn officiale that, for period of over
ten yeara, � town had plowed. and eanded
road during winter months and performed
other work decessary [o maintain, care
for, � and imprave 'it as well as testimony �
that roac! was used tiy general public.
Prayencher v. .Tarvn of Saranac (3 Dep�
1990) 168 AD.2d 770, fi64 N.Y.5.2d 219.
Sworn�affidevite of former and preaent
WWn oi�ticials sud employeea attEsting to
fact that towm had plowed. and sanded
roadway is� winter and added gravel W it
in apring' and fall, withoqt challenge from
anyone, for 'over 20 ,years e�ft�icient3y dem-
onatreted that roadway was taken� in
cfiarge 6y� public authorities to� establish
that it became public wey by use, r�otwith-
atanding conclusory statementa preaented �
in•�oppasition to town that area was not
maintained by town. Stuart v. Town oP
We�1s (3 Dept. 1990) lfil A.D.2d 1073; 557
N.Y.5.2d 629. �
3F: � Que@#iona af fatt
Issue of wtiether roada in bld develop-
ments�'�iave become fown'''highwaya by
public nse is a question of fact that is not
dependent on a�esolution of the tawr�.
board or acceptance by the superintendent
of highwaye. ' Hillelson v. Grover (3 Dept
19&4) l0o A.D.2d 4&I, 480 N.Y.S.2d 779.
Whether roads in an old develvpmeni
have. become towri highways by public use
is'a question of fact not dependent on a
re5olution of the town baard nr acceptance
by the a�perintendent of highw�ays. ap.
State Compt: $0-615. -
� Whether road hag become town high-
way by use ia question of fact not de-
pendent on reaalution.by,town tro�rd oF:
acceptance by . tow•n superintendent of
highways. �p.State Coznpt."j9�28,
Wheq a town road en�3s on,private prop-
erty, tt�e ri�ht of the tovin and �public to
uae an enlarged area as a tarn-a-round is
a`queetion,of.�'aet as to.whether the'area
has hecome a town highw'ay by public use
or' dedicabon.' Op.State :Compt� 79�327.
� 193. .Contracta for the con8truction of town highways
�=The tawn board af any. town may provide that the constructian- of new.
hi¢hwavs and bridQes. or the nermanent improvement ar reconstruction of
existing highways and b�id�es ar repairing, rebuilding ar replacing walks on
hi'ghways less than two rods in width purauant to the provisinns of sections one
hundred forty, ane hundred fifty-one and two hunclred seventy-four of tliis.
chapter, the cost of which will exceed, Lhe amount specified for public work in
subdivision. one of sectian one hundred ttu�ee of the general municipal law ahall
be done under contracts. , All euch contracts: shall be awarde� by the town
superintendent, in accordance with est.imates, plans anc� speeifications� a�r
proved or furnished by �the� department of transportatinn, as pro�ided in this
cha�ter, to the lawest.�responsible bidders, after advertisement pursuant ta
section �one hundred� �'Qe�of the �general� municipal law. Al! bids for such
work�'shall be opened in•public and shall be filed in tt►e of�ice of the town clerk.
The person to whom: such contract is awarded shall execute a bond to. the
town, in a sum eguai to at least one-half of the amount of the contracts, with
two� mr more suTeties. ta. be approved lay .the ;tawr► board, or in lieu thereof, a�
bond issued.by a bonding or surety company approved by the towm board, in a
sum equal to at ieast one-half of ,the amount of the contracts and conditio�e�
For the' faithfiil compliarice with the t.e.rms of the contract, and the .plans and;
spec'�f'ications and for �paymenC� of a31 damages whicti may accrue: to ther.tovvn�
hecause of a violation therepf. When such work is completed pursuant to•the
terms of such cantract, aud the: plans. and specificatione therefor; and accepted
�y the 'town board;��as{ being' in aecordance thearewith, tt►e cost of the �woris,
under the contTact ahall be paid �out of moneys available therefor, in the same �
manner .as other� highway' expenses. Payments �made.�under such contract�
shail �he upon certificates. issued to the cantractor by the town superirrtendent,
tn�the�effect that the�work �ras been done nnder and 'm accordance,with the
terma of such cnntraeC, and:the plans and speeificatians: All worlc done.under
any such contract,shall be'under. the snpervisinn of�the town.superintendent,�
or .some, }�erson designated by., him. . The town superintendent aha11 fiIe, ,all
conti;acts awarded urader, thxs, �ection w�ith, the town clerk within ten days after
theirexecution., .;; _, , ,� . . �,.� .. -
(Ae amended L.1982� c. 190�,3�.�2;: L.1�8fi, c. 119; � � 2.i� • . , , . . -
Historical arid Statutorp Notee
1986 Amendment, L.1986; c: 1�9,:§-2,..
eff. 3une 2,.1986, eubstituted.references to
the t4� auP��ndent �or•thoae to the;
county:�uperjntend�nC and�,4mitted.provi-
aion directing tltiat, no: contcaet be,awarded
tutleas it be ap�roved'Viy the county auper-
inEenden� .
�-�1982 AmendmenL. L.1982, c. 19D, § 2;
eff. June 16, 1982, in sentence beginnin8
"The toWa board" aubstituted "�.he amount
apecified � tor pu6lic work ir� suF]t�iVialOn
one of'sectian one hundred three of the
ge'nerai municipal la�' for "twenty-five
hundred dvllars".
, .. „ . ,..
§�' 205. Highways aliand"o'ned . : � . . � � ,�,�. .
. _ (See �ma,in volur2.e fo� 1] . .
2. 'I't�ere may also be 'a qualified abandonment of'a highway under the
following conditions and for,.the, fo Wtnng purp So ea, to wif: �ere it appears
ta thg, to su ''ntendent�a�'c� said town��board; at any time; that a 3ughway
has not become wholl d'lsuse`� as' a�'or��sai� but� ktiat i� no�t for' o ears'
next pr�vtous ere , een usu llv tr�YEie���o ' Lhe eater art�,t�ereot, bY
more than two vehicles daily, in additian t.o e tnans and�persong'.bn.
orse a,;� �t,_$ �11 s. , ap�,aT t°.the, super�ntendent of highways of the.
eounty in which such� town is situate that a qualif`ied abandonment of ,sach`
highway is ro er •and��will n9f�,s�.l � tace r ards ip �le owr}er or
occupant of any and �oinin .suchrhighwa sueh superinten�dent shall
ave a pu c earin eo�� up4n S►� t least twent da �' �tten
notice to such owners anc� occupants o[ suc6 lands of the.time an place of
�ring,�tbey shall file and�cause to be recorded•in the town clerk's office
caie contauring •a description-of tli't�- ion�_o£ �e hi�hway, part�y
�as: afQresaid and�rdeclaring'• a ualified• ab� ozun ereof .�The�
f:�such� quali�ed 'abandoament, wi respect� �tq the poi tiari af. -said.
� deacribeci•insthe ce�cate,�ahall be�as•follows:.It sh � ' er�:be.
at �ie `� 'ubIic� ense;: �it ahall •n t ceaae:to �be a hi hwa f " es�
ement, -by� reason� of auch��auspensian.of'work ��thereon; .,Z►o�
�all�impair i :us�as.a highway:nor obetruct�it,�exeept�as hexeinaftEr
whsreve"r aniowner or essee;o a a g lands,has�.tl�e:right,to gossessiot�.ofs
other.>laiids wholly.��o'r�� partly:�an:.the� direci�y :opposi�e,:�eide. �of the'::highway,
tlierefroai;�he�may constriict•and��maintaiu�across aaid�highway�a�fence.-at each"
end>af:tiie'area of highway whicii`adjoins hoth`oi said apposite pieces of iand,�
pFovided•that: each=8aid� cross� fence � must ha�e..:a• gate in tFie. middle �thereof �at•
least�aten�.cfeet:in lengiii,"which�gate�;must;a�•all:times::be;kept.�.unlocked and�
supplied�s.with�.a si�fficient •.hasp� or, latch� for keepingrthe same .cloaed;� all
p'ersona.•owning� or using• opposite��lands;.connected by,such•�gates: and. fences,;
may�:tiseythe'portion ofrhighi�vay�thua enclased.for.pasturage;•�a�y.traveler or
ottier�,:person:�who:�inten�ionally;�nr:,by..wilfiil° negleci; +leaves:euch;gaie• un �
latchedf�a�iall�be�guiiiy of a�.miaderaeanor,.anil�the�fact af�leaving:it unlaiehed.
shall'rbe::prima� fa,cie evidence�_of�aucl�,intent. or wilful: neglect;:.:��xcepting as.
-herein';atiro�sied. �all� oth'er:s�eneral:laws �relating�..ta, highwaya aha�T'ap�y�io,
� e$a+ ', o; ess,it;shall:appear.io'�he:town-sugerinteadent.
� aG�anyi;time � that_ such' �a�:higiiway; hae: not,�'during:thec�months .of ;June��to�
� . September�:inclusi've of: �the � two�:Yeare�.next''.previoua .thereto;� been +usually.
traveled��long-.the� greaien.paxt:thereof. by;more :than'ten� pedestria.ns daiiy.:
• :.ir� • -: �.t. �r.� � � . . : . . , : .
,"An� act$on or' �raceedirig'involvirig�the alaan onment�or c�u ' ed•abandon-%
� .riien • a�• a' hway � ma,de- pursiiant� to , this"''s�on'`rnuet, �in the case `�of �
' �abandonmen�,�otnmenced within on�Y -ear from tli�e date of�by�the
; ' ', town � p��en,'ntendent as, provided in •sul�divisi�n' ane �of �thia sec�ion: . .. +.: �, . . .
i
;,''�. • (As'smended L.1988, e.161, $ 1.)� , � ,��.. . •. .-�.� . . ,
• � : �. �:'.� . � � . � . . �Historical and Statutory,Notes : ' . _: •.. ��, . , . .
•'4..�:n �'n ; . . � ` ' . , f:. r ' �e�.. . .,,
'., .,X�88`i�mendment.'.�8uiid:2:�L.i988r�c:� c1�az3ng�quaIi$e�''abandonbierits'�of`�tawii�
'• 1B,}.�,§"•1�~eff. �Ttirie'27, �1888, deleteci'.�u:,o.Y�-„ h�hway;s,;and the 1`year,at�l'vtg�oflimita=
� e�opa�;xelated to:appeaLs, to tke� Gom?+�aY'; tions ,`for` cpinuiericing actiaris'' invo�viiig:
' siq�iye� �of,�tianspoitatibn,.of; ciecisions,, c�e- siicii� q ��ed;abaudQnmenfs.; ' , :. � .
' � ' ' , ' , , , West's �McHinney's Forms . s .. . � .
� .�'he:following fa�tns.appear in.Selested Consolidated, Laws under.Highw�y Law
. • ,� •nnr.' . . I . , s. . ..- .�. .. � . •. . i� . .
GVU
of Motfon for`$usnmarq•
. ; '� �; l.Stir�et Aloandoned, ae.Pub115
. n•_a...: e .. c:.., �..::;..:: t..a..::.e��'::
itti':A¢tion ia''Ejectment After Street Aban- �
��;20b1 Farm 3.: ,,, :.� � , - .s,� � ; ,
ry;�7qdgment Acl3on iri'4F�j,e;ctmetitiA,t%r.,
sa;S,QL,f�VY�3�206;,�;osm2: -;,',. ._• ,�
a je�ment Af�er Siree�t Aban.dqngcl, as �itbl��,
Lt :� .J'.!'.�i::..: \ '.- , j �',. ' ,•,
g;, - . ,t.;:,.,�� � ,, .:; , :. ..,
; xo 'Auriut .Certa.ficateB'af 'Ab.andonmen��� af '
:� . .. . , : . • . _ , .. , . . . •s. �;.
Annul'CertiScatee' of 1Abandonment•�of=�Rdads �eee`
� ,x��SCJZi� �Y�§ �.aS���OLZA'F3. � ���' .": �i'•.�:' 3�:f:,s �� z � . .. ,,... . . . ri:...e'.. � �.. .•
1V�o�Eee`'ot Pet3tion �fii Article'78 Proceeding to Review Deterinination Affirining Qualified �
::t=�'Abandonmeri� of Road'iri�Towii;'see $OI;; SWY=§f2A6;•Form 6. •'•' • • . .; •�
� Petit3on'fn�Article•78 Proceeding to Revfaw�D�t�rmination Af�firining�$ualifled•Abaudon-
•:�� aientofRoadinTown;�seeSC�,HWY'§�20b;•Form,7.. -.. . �•�� _ . ,. . . •
Ord�r�to'�ehow�eause�in�.actian�:ta eqloin~adjaining.landormer�.from enteri�g Q���e
��_.; :P10P�Y, f�'. P�'P9e�:of altering ruad,.see SCL, :iiWY, �� 206, Farm 8.
AfGdavikiR.aupport.of;or.de;;;to;ahpw, cause in aciio�sto e.�joi�t•ac�joiniiig'landowner fxam
:;, entering;:Pla'sntitf'.d:i?�aP�Fb'.:.�Rr PurAose'of altering.road,.see•$CL,.HW,Y § 205,.
.•• Foz�u�9:.;;•..,: ,. . . . �. . . • .. : owner�from.entering plaintiff's:P�P�Y for.
G'�,qmplaiiitin;�action�k�o e117o�,:�o�S:� -
. . P�Pose;Pf,aiteiing ro&ci,'see S�L; �ij'VY �::265;.Form•10.� •r. °. � .,: . . . . .. � ,
,i�a:. ,• .7i :�' .. •�f.. .41�.� :.�OKBlQ� LGC.�`S%�,r:: ., :� f. .:'',. � � , �,�
,,:� ,�. :: ��•.:� :,,.:.:�,�., . .,., :� • �• .�:•r '. ::•.
, �.� ��: rl. ; C�ENEFtAl1Y- ..,••��...::" 'p�tead:ent'to.perform �;nfnisterial.act•of;
�'''' .; • ,i ..!^ g�g � to this section.
• r•: �i�� ��;' .� e;,�:s•••,• ertificate pursuant
$earing;f:,29a` . .: .. : Y;.� '� � ;;�� r'�r��;:~ ..'�; Graff v. Town of.Darieh;1980,108 Miac2d'
SninmarY]�idgment;�i �5:`. �i; �ri": ,; .'.. : r� 104;!481 N:Y:S:2d'288; • � , . . .
t: :t• ,y '�:�i:�"'�?'' : .,�r�[::�:' . ., :.. , . . ' ' n4':.•`. � t - �• . .. • _ -
°n r:�i:•J�; �....=�r;r'::. .,.••.��.,.a :.' ..::.,: lo.�: __�.�;�ollateral_atta�k .�..,• . .: �, •�
2;,;$ighways•withi�y�ectionrGeneral-�. '. Stupnir.la�v.•Souttiem NewYork��ah�&• �
��.;.'�Y•,:�.:;;•,.:,.• .i .:,;,.,��t�:;;.�;r,r.'.. .•,., Game�Asa'n,.:18fi2,��41.Misc.2d 2fi6, 244:
��Once:a raad,becomea.:a high;�y�.�it�xe-. NY•82d 668, sffirmed 19 A.D2d 921;;246: �
main�„��Ch,-�lntii .t?�,.cQutrary: is;.aho,wnt,. H�X.$.2d 33,3� [rpai?i R4��e� aPPeal denied
S�}aw�ang�lnk�'Holding�Al�t�d.,v �u�erjnten; 18,..NrY2d;,60I,, �i37tiNtY.8,2d,.14L7,,:19,G'
de�t,of,,,�.8'i h� Rf •`�'9Wu � 5��6� N.E,7d 892 �' ; , :s .• _.�.�-.. • ' � •
(3,�; J�ep�,.:1984),,i10� :�;.D.4�d,��906t.�.;�76�: �.•.:Cdave�aiyce;bytu�vn �: �°�?
:N:?���a.s�•.�.y., �,r;�",���. .:.;.,,.,����� � .,:�� •.� ��;;'�°ay'convey�_8 P���r�of.�a;,
� i;Qnce;,a:Foa��befo�,ee,a pubpe highwaYal which was,dedicated to iE•bY �a,aubdi�isivn..
it remafns euch =unta'! �the co�t�ary: }is;� develu�er .for the .pvrPPse; °�. road�. c4n-
ehocvn. i�'latke�v Strack�(3 D`epti•1983),98�' strSctfo"�but'�iias nev� ed, by+'reso-
�;I�'2d 881; 970'1�:Y.�2d��: L'�: ,��'; � lutioh,�u�j'ect�'fb a�pe,rm�ssive'refe'rend+zBY.
i �. ��'``. f � .� . .. ...: rje��•.}' ��.�:F i 1 � .
4��;,:�.�,.:F.ge intgs'gat.}�1 nlW1T�iP,�tY.i.:irr ��e.P?'�P�Y';ia no�.needed for any oEYie'r„
�•Town,o�: Clatftsto�vu �.•,Hreut' (2.I�epti.t �� P►ix'Aoae ar�i3`if the town,=eceaves. fair,
1877)'16D::A.D.2d�:627,�i404•�N�7�.8.2d::I�S�,. and adequate'��considerati�dn.; 'Dp:State
[main v91►�e] aPP� d��s44'r.N,Y2d�� Gomp�81-38D... • .. . __ . . .,`..
6�b..4Q6,:�T�Y:S.�d.Xa2�fi� 37�:I'1.Er.2d:12$•:,.
. r,. �,1::;: �,i�s 1�7.: .•,:, .�i:v.::r..
9 :�:.��_,t•��Fi�iri&� , . . ...
"�Toi+�'s- fa�ur�. ,t4"`fl�' ��r�ificafk':of'
abandontiiea� of'iaad' ae ieqn{ied•'vnd'ei�'.
Highway. Law, atier adopting resoluiiod'
s�9uence toa�e�t�� ��rmu�iatio�o�'`'vvhether:.
road:was�d'eemed'�andop�d�ti'y, operaEion'
• of��.law aricl;�;ttiva'''. �ial; :¢tiurt +�r"red"•iu�
,• gi�auting°� Artfrle•�'�T8'�`getitibl� � direetingi
tawn� to' maui • an • a owledge�'road�3
' as•:. , roa base �.an: m�n�s — H
e"$f�f1"rpwf'i�9'T) ?,56 A:D'2d 889;�fi5$ N.Y.32d�'�
07�:'��. �..�} �•tL� �{ � :�I' 1: i'� , '.1.S1:
��ere.! •'re6olvtion}�, ta .'.abandon �" road'
w'hich`:�vae' approved : by:.�tdwa� :•board; i�: �
1992�was�•m�3e wi'�h'fu]1�1Qiowiedge�oF�all•�
a acent� �ru �er �'aVvnerg, �ikuCoWdlhot:�iil
1 - e•attacked as �proper•fai•latk:'of�;
, f�iag of certi5cate by town euperintendent
ptuauantto•this aection.� Gr�BCiv:�Towrr�£`
Aarien; •u 1980, • 1Dfi. •:=Mis�2d 'IQ4�• �=�31
N:Y.$i2�:2$$:�� I:•�rar �,.� .ii::;:: �r :•a�';. •i�•,•:�,
,.Asaumingithat;town•;baard had'�prnof.i
that�;.highway� � had : not :beesi' traveledc � or �.
u9ed�a'a, a,highway.:for. six�yeara, �highway:,
wni�d� �be,con�dered � �a.legally%.gbandaned•;
highway, regardlesa of falvre'.of town.su :•
14: .`Rever�iosi�af;title` :�` . •:.: -..:,. • .
• ' �ti}pnicld v 'Southern:i�ew Yorlc'Fish `8i�'
Game �i,ss'n,. 1,9fi2, "41' Misc:2d 256; 244,'
N:Y.$2d`66$�'�ed_19 AD2d 921; 2s�5'
�Nx S:2c1 �33� Etiiaui;volumel gPPeal iie�ied��.
13"Nti7j.2d � 60I, ,24,7' N.Y.S.2d' IO2'T� .196'
N:�2d 892: ,. . , , , ,•,�,.. ..,.• i '. ,: .
. . . ,., ...,
17. `Notice»'' �;,, : .:.0 , ,�:.• :��
, If• liiriitatcone • prnvision` in 'statute� iieals
ing with .abandonment of highway'=�wei�e�
, intended td. ps'eclude `adjoWng• awner frnm
enforcing oth�rtivisa'viable pro�5erty°rights �
aiier tlie eXpiration.bf Iimitations, due pra-
cess wnsiderat�orie•would req'uire the pro- �
ced'ural protection of notice to�'the=landl�
otivner:r�.Cr'snsan v. Town of Homer, 1986,
132�Misc.2d 829, 606:NY.S.2d 848. •••
�8.�,.1�Il8FV%x}� �I � ". •.. , �:�r ...,.'�.si):'�'
;;Corneijson,�.,SQwles.(3 I?ep� 197.7j�6��.
A:D,2yi 6$7,,,59� N.Y.S.2d'1$6, [� vol-;
uipe] appea�. ciis,missgd,43 N Y2d, 845, 46E
NY.S2d 1030, 373 N.E.2d 999.� :•
19. Limytstione; �;s:. .,� •�•n•�.•. :�,::� .':
. Corneiis9l� �• Sowles (3•pept.1977� ;69
A.D2d 6$7; .398. N X.S,2d LS6,, [m�in vol-:.
umel:aPPe�:d.iamis�ed,49 =T`T•X2d:645,;40�,-
N.3C.S2d,1030, 873 �I.E.2d 999,j. , �••, � . . • ,
��uv �' p HIGHWA'Y LAW Aet. B
refarestation and the estabiishment and maintenance thereon of
fvrests for watershed protection, tFte production af iimber and
other forest products and for recreation and kindred purposes
shaIl be qualifiedly abandoned in the following manner and shall
have the following effeci:
a. upon written ❑otice to the department of environmental
canservation, the town shail foliow the procedure provided fpr in
subdivision two of section two hundred five of this chapter;
b. the resolution of aban�onment shall provide that e�en
though the responsibility of maintenanCe of ihe road by the
to��n shall cease, there shall remain a gublic easement over such
road in perpetuity;
c. the department of ertvironmental canservation shall have
the right to maintain such road if it so desires;
d. no one, including the owner oY adjoining land, may fence
any portior� of such road, with or without gates;
e. the towm, at any time, shall have the right to resume juris-
dicfion over such road for any purpose;
€. the titie to s�ch road shall remain with the town.
2. For the purposes of this section, access roa�s ta state for-
est preser�e lands or lands under the jurisdiction of the environ-
menial eonservation department shall mean roada which are the
only practical means of ingress or egress to such state lands.
3. In no event shall the provisions of this section be con-
strued sa as to require the maintenance or abandonment Qf road�
within the state forest preserve lands or ]ands nok� owned or
herea#ter acquired by ihe state.
Added L.1976, c. 2Q3, § 1.
Hixtorical Note
Effecllve Date. Sec[ian et[ectfse
\Saq 25, ]l�7f,, pursiElnL tn t,]$7(3, c.
203� $ 2.
Lihr4ry Refereucea
f3l�Gh���nSti C�7!1(ll. C'..1.5. iil�;h�vn}•ti � l30 e[ ue�.
� 206. Highways in Iands acquired by the United States for
forEifica.tion purposes deemed abandoned
When land sovght to be acquired by the United States of
America for the purpose of fortifications incZudes a highway or
portion thereof, the condemnatian proceedings may include such
.;
Art, 8 TOWN HIGHWAYS � 2O7
higF►ways or portion thereof, and the people of the state of Ne�s�
York, any municipaiity, caunty or oiher party claiming an inte3--
est therein znay be made a party defendant in such proceeding,
and the interest of the state, county, municipality or other claim-
ant be determined, and the a��ard made therefor. Forthwitfi
upon the acquisition by the United States of America of land
which includes a highway or portion thereof, there shal] be filed
in the office of tl�e town clerk of the town, and also in the office
of the county clerk of the county, in which such ]and is located,
certified copies of the record or transfer to ths United States of
such land, together w•ith a map af such land, on which map such
highway or portion thereof shail be indicated lay metes anr3
bounds, and thereupon such highway or portion thereof shall be
deemed disco�tinued and abandoned for highu�a� purposes, and
if proceedings ha�e beer� taken, pursuant to this chapter for the
impr�ovement of such highway by state aid, a11 such proceedings,
together with, any appxopriation made for the irnprovement of
such highway or portion thereof, as indicaied on such map, shall
be deenied revoked, ��acated and set aside.
T..1936, c. 63.
Hi�#oriaal Noie
�erlvatlon. Higliwny 1,�cw of 19U�, ili�ha��iy I�n�ti� nf 1�OR, c. ;330, g
c. 30, ¢ 235. °3S : i,.l n47, c. �0�.
Highu�ii5'r; C�79.
S[nteN Ca14.
L'nited Statcs C�:i.
Library Reterencea
C..1.5. f-Iighcrnys � ]3u ct soi�.
C',.T.S, S[ftte:� § ]G.
('..1.5. L'nited Stntes g ?.
2�7. Discontinuance of highway
Whenever the town superintendent of any town shall deter-
mine that any portion of any ig way or street, not within th�
iimits of an incorporated v� age, which i th erm�nu o se�ch
stree or ighway, is unnecessar for h�ghwa ur oses, and '
said town su erintendent may, by an order to be duly entered in
the town clerk's office, direct such h� i hwa to ' continued
and ab oned f blic ur oses. Provided, however, that no
portion of such highway to be c�iscontinued shall be gre�.ter than
one thousand feet of the terminu., ihereaf and that the o�'. �ers of
the land on both sides of such �iighwa or street, for the disiance
it is propose to djscontinue the same, shall, y written petition
97
§ ZO% HIGHWAY �.AW Art. 8 � Art. $
to sueh town su erintendent have requested the discontinuance
thereof.
L.1 6, c. 63 ; amended L.1948, c, 365.
1 5o in original. Word "nnd" probab[p shoi�id be omitted.
Historiaal Note
Oerivatlon. Hi�ha�u�� I,nw of 780fl, Hi�h++•�ty Law at 140�i, c, 3;3Q �
c. 30, ¢ 23a. �:�8 ; I,.1Fl�3, c. flll, � 1, ame�ided i..
� no:i. �. n4s.
Highwuys <�79.
Connectiey highways I
Terminal po�t[ans 2
Water-shed programs 3
LibrRrq Referenaes
c..r.�. �ii�r,ways § 13P et seq.
Noter af Decisir,ns
1. Cannect�np hlghwaya
No portion af n town high«�ny
��•hlch connccts t«�o other highways
may i�e discontinucd o►' tthnndoned
riur��rtuit to th[s seetinn. l9 pp.St�te
Compt. 231, 1�Fi3,
2. Tarminal partioas
Purstlunt to this sectian, only the
CermLnnl portion of it highwu3• or
qtreet nt �io grenter llnenr dist+��ce
trom the actnal end thereoP than
1,400 feet map bc dtscontinued nnd
abancloned. 17 Op.Stnte Compt. 257.
�9si.
3. Water-shed programs
Ab�eni eslste�ice oP conditions se�
inrti� ht thl� vect[oii ni�d xec[fan `kU;i
o�� rtb�e�it ��>ecin� legislirtlon, Ehere is
uo authority for thc nbnndonmen[ or
�tisconttiuinuce ot a toti��n nr caunty
hi�htieny c+•en fnr implementatinn of
u n'+�ter-shed �irogrum. 5965, Qp.
Att�•.(.eoi. (Tnf.} �J3.
� 208. Descript�an to be recorded
Immediately upon making and entering the order mentioned
in section two hundred and seven of this �hapter, the said town
superiniendent shali cause a written descrip�ian of that portion
of the streai or highway ordered to be discontinued to be filed
and recorded in the office of the own eler c of e town in which
the said street or highway is located, and when tfte same is duly
recorde the said partion of the said street or highway shall
thereupon be and become du�abandoned and disconiinued for
highway purposes. ���
I,,1936, c. 63.
Hi�rtarical 1�ata
�erlvatlon. Fifghtv��y T.aw 4f l9U�J, Elfgt��3•ay Lnw o! 1'JOk�, c. �:�0, ¢
c. 3�, � 237. L.i7 : L. ] 89;5, C, 13l ],� 2.
Library Referanoe�
FiEghrvays C�78(71. C..1.`3. Illgttwuyy g 129,
�
TOWN HIGHWAYS § 2�9
§ 209. ama es catssed by discontinua
An er or corporation interested as owne lse, i;,'
i an s and tlaiming any loss or dama es 1 1tr+-
ble�by reason of the discontinuance, abandanm�r t or closin of
anv�s _traPt or highway, no'��'ithin the limits of an incorporateci
viil�e, under or pursu nt ta the provisions of the 1 t�a, t��'-
tiQgsyinay, upo� en da s ritten notice to the town superi<<- '°i
tendent of the town in which such lands are siEuated apply to ','
the su.pr�me�ourt 'r�o the county court of tt�e county within `
which such lands are situated fo` r t�appointment of commis- �.
sioners of a praisa] to estimate and determine such loss and
damage, whereupon the court shall appoint threP �1�s�nteresied
comrnissioners of apgraisal ta estimate and determine s�Gh dam-
age, and the amount of compensatian ta be paid b said town
therefor, who shall nnake their re�?ort thereupon to such court,
and which re�ort when finall,� confirmed shall be,_f,LZLaI and con-
clusive in respect thereto, and the le�ty and e�LLty of any and
all such claims shall be determined by such commissioners of ap- �
praisal and by the court upon the heari ort. Any ��
loss or dama e so estimated and determined shall be pai. d hY said �
town as in case af j udgment.
L.1936, c. G3.
HistoricaY Nate
Qeri�atfan. fiigh�esty i.lklt� 01 190J, [li�1n+•iii' L:t�+� ot 1:1�18, c, ;i:i{F, �
c. 30, � 23&, amended I,.7�27, e. SS, � 33R: I..7R98, c. �[�-F, �4 l, 2.
s�.
Llbr�ry �tefereaccs
Eminent botnnin C�lOflfG} ct tie��. C..1.5. lSuiiue»t i)ouinis� $ 12i;.
xote. of I3eaisiana
Depreelallan of property I
Prtrate easementa 2
I. Depreciatfon of property
:11ere fact thnt u dixco�ti�i�ancc or
cacntlon ot a street results in � de-
prcclfltion o# �•Rlue of pronerty of
o��•ner af ]r►nd i�orderin;� on atreet
con�eqnent to a diver�iou nP tr�ivel
nn� nd�leil inconvenlence ot ��ecea+s
do2� nat nf ttsell co�iwtltt�te Kuch s��-
ein) injury ua entttled him [n clnm-
nges. Smlth �•. Gri�;lifirdi, ]96:�, '�
�Ilsa2cl 1005. �98 N.Y.S.2d 758, a[-
r<<•�z,�a �� n.r�.��� ��+�5. i:�s �.�.s.��a
.,�i .
2. Prlvate easemenls
The rl�ht to recove�• dcE�en�ly upon
«liether �iny� cn:�en�ent has treen ea-
tin u c ie , ei[ er pn � te or pr vritA,
:�nc rr ���ect�re of � arigin, nn lnt•
�>ort�nit co��c[dertiilon bciug, �iot the
rl�:n•ac[er ��f n�[rer[, road, or thor-
ou�;hfnre, ln�t ��•h�ther c 'n it itn-
�3►iui or extinfi«ialiea nny rl�nte
e� � ia itR therriu itnd t e f��cts that
tli� easement4 inny ¢ abli¢
•t,��et, or in .� strect neti'er opened or
l�ath �le�ticute�l �ind nccepted, but uaeci
Dept. Z987) 126 AD2d G41, 610 N,Y,S.Zd 66, � BFidge9 �•-
8�' Under a qnalif�ed abandonment ot a
lil. Q�ALIF�E� ABANDONMENT }'�Shway, a town atill.has an obligation to
maintain a bridge if it had a span aP more
83, Notice � than tw�nty feet but lee$ than �vventy-five
Fiallenbeck v. State, 1969, [main vai-' feet aince it would not be pait of the
nmel 69 Misc2d 475, 299 N.Y.S.2d 329.� "�Sbw�3�' as defined in sect,ions 2 and
230. 198U, OpAtty.Gere. 102.'
85. Maintena.nc�Generally „ Thcre is no requirement of minimum
Teatiinony of current and Farmer tawn weiSht tapacity for a bridge that a toum is
o�&cials t,hat� town, had not maentained , obli ed to rebuild or �uaintain under , a
drive extension aince 1954 establ�hed qu�ed abandonmept, but in view af aec-
aban�ionnlen�:.of town highway. G�-: tton 21fi; if the bYidge is to b�e contin�ed, it
berlain v. Town oi�Portville {4 Dep�.1991)' �ay � p�dent to provide and maintain a
177 AD2d 996, 678 N.Y.52d 71, leave to �gh���''g eapacity oP at least eight
appeal deni.ed 80 N Y.Zr! 752 bg7, N,Y,$,2d- t0�� ��Y eveat the weighk capacity of
904, 600 IV.E.2d 63�. '" the brid aho�td be
8� posted in, accordance
' with Veliicle' and 'l�axCfic Law § 1660.
Duty to mai.nEain a town soad is a�con- 1980, QgA�ty.Gen. 102. .
tinu.ing; duty uniess the toad is abandoned LJndea s qualified abandonment,. if �, a
fot nor��ses, for six ye�rs and a consent to P���� o�� desired ta re,builc! a.k�rid�ge
abandontneAt filed by�,the towii. board. �� � s�an of lesa than twenty feet, a
Copela►a v. Archibald, 1980; 105 Misc2d town wuuld be obliged to�-perrnit • e�ch
920, �29 N.Y.S2d I016,' �' , rebuildin8• 1ggp; OpAtty.Gen: 102. " -
§. �205-a . Seasonal2imited,�se highway , ._�' . ' . _. `: �
...'i . .._ � .. . r �
Notes�of Decisione � �' .. .
Generally 1 . •� re�idential or eammercial huildings are oc-
Lac.al lawe 4 cupied and require acceas to the highwe�y.
Purpaee 2 Op.State Comp� 94-38.
Terminatian of lirnited use atatua , 3
;:, � � , , The requirement in su6d. 2 of this sec-
tion; that a aeason$E 1imiLed•.use highway
1, �Gen�#'a11y, be wiEhou�: occupied residences. or. �om-
�Vhere a ieeidenee�is built o,n.a sea$onal �m�� bu�dinge dependent �.vpvri t}�e
liuiitQd uae"�ighway; the aeasoaal.at�tua'of �Sh�Y for access, is a continuing re.
the"high}�^ay te=rnmates, and'the town quirement, aud when Lhe requirement is
must: remove anow � and ' ice during' t�ie not aat�sfied the status of Lhe' highway as e
wisiter months 6ut, tn�y riot"charge the seasonal,Iimited.uee highway terminates,
owrler of eueh� reaidante a��apecla] assess-� �� �e ���upon becomea ohiiga�.
ment for Buch�eervice. Op.Skate Compt,' ed to reaume'enow end ice removal and.
�1��` ' ' maintenance d�tring the mo�ths,oflDecem-
2..P ose': .•. r._ .
�'P , , ber ttu�ough` March. Op.State Compt
, One of the obvioua p¢rposee of 1 tf�ia 8�236. �
eection ie to ensure that occUpied resi- �
dences and commercial buIidinga have ac= 4. Local lawa
ce�s to emergency vehicles even when.the A��y �ot enact a�loca3 !aw pro-
oAmera.are.not ptqyaically preaent. Op. ri�g that frontage,on seasona! �limited
Stat,e:CompG 82-236. ; �. • �e �hways eatablished under �Highway
3.' '�'ermination of limited uae atatus - Law � 2�Fra doea,not corsstiEute fronEage
�The eeasanal . timited Kae etatue � of a Cor purposes of a town zorsirig'ordirsance.
highway termina'tes when one •or more OpAtty.Gen. (inf.) 87-6b.
�,:�. , . r � . . ,.. ..
$' 20rb.' Qaalified abandonment oi certain town highways � ,
� 1. Abandonment of town highways which ,are access roads ta state forest�
preserve Iar►ds or lands now owned or hereafter acquired by the state anc3 heId
uii'der.the jurisdiction of the department of�environmental conservation ahali
be qualifiedly abandoned in the foliorr�ing manner and shail have the follov►�ng
effect:
(See main vodume for a io f• 2 and 8J .
(As amended L.1985, c. 121, § 1.)
Historicai and $tatutory Notes
1985 Amendmen� Snbd. 1, opening proteciion, the production of timber and
par. L.198b, c. 121, § 1, eff. 5ep� 1, i98b, other foreeL products and for recreation
de[eted "as reforestatson areaa for reforea- �d kindred purposes" following "environ-
tstion and the eatabliehmept, anci. mainte- �ental conservation".
nance thereoq of torests for watera�ed �
.� ,I�l. T}iscontinuance of highway
, � Noies of Decieione '
Restrictiona on diacontinuance 4 �� .-. , which is used hy the puhlic fvr access�to
' �. the ]ake, is utilized for highway purposes
9. .Ii.eatrictiot�ao�diacontinuanee_•, .
Under thie aectivn a atreet or highway
that leads directly to a navigable lake, and
,�. ,: � . .
and may not be d�acant�nued unlesa found
ta be iumecesaary • therefor. ,Op.State
Comp� 8�19b.. ,
§, 211-�, Abandonment af c�rtair� to�vn highwaya .•
, , . �r,,: . � �- .
. Notee of flecisions
ifRf14[&�:y'� 1 ' . � . ' . .
1. Genatally
� A}�aitian of a tqum highway which is no
]onger necesaary may be diecontin¢ed or
abandoned. Op.State Compt. 79-677.
� 212. Changing location o� highways oyer certain lands owned
and occupied by the atate �
If a highway passes o�er or througf� Eands wholly owned and occupied by
the state, ,the location of such. par�ion, of such fughway as passes .through. spch
lands may be altered and changed,�or the same may be abandoned or the.use
thereof as a highway discontinued .with the conseni and approva! of the state
authority having jurisdiction or control over such lande by an order directing
such thange is� Iocatinn, aba�donment or discontinuance. Such order shal!
contain a'description' of that portion of the highway the location, of whic�i has
been changed, abandoned 'or discontinued, and a description of the ' new
location thereof, if any, and �hall be filed in the of�ce of the state authority
having control of suck� Iands. ' � ' � � " '
EAs amended L.Z388, c. 16I, § 2.? •
Histarical arid Statutory Notea
19$8 Amendment. L.1988, c. lfil, § 2,
eff. June 27, 1988, in aentence beginning
"if a highway" defeted "6y the camm'ss-
aioner of traneportation" following "vver
yn
such lands", and in sentence beginning
"Such order ahall" deleted "in the office af
the cammiseianer of transportatiors and"
following „shall 6e filed".
Note 2
Place v. Hack, 1962, 34 Misc.�d 777, 230
N.Y.S.2d 583,
3, Fiearjngs
It is nof necessary for a town board to
approve or reject a master pEan adopted
§ 273. o���� ��p, �h�g�n
�vrtii aXf�r
Art. 16
by a p�ar�ning board or to hold pub[ic
E�earings in connection w'sth the master
p1an. 1980, Op.Atty.Gcn. (Inf.) Z24.
Such town board is authorized and empowered, whenevcr and as often as
it may deem it for [he public interesi, ta change or add to the official n;�ap
of the town sa as to lay aut new streets, highways, drainage systems or
paxks, or to widen or cIose e�cisting streets, highways, drainage systems or
parks within that part of the town outside the limits of any incorporated
city or village. Ai least ten days' noticc of a pu6lic hearing on any
groposcd action with reference to any such charige in the official map shall
be pubIished in a newspaper of general circulatian in such town. $efore
making any such addition or change, the town board shall refer the matier
ta the planning board for report thereon, but if the planning board shall
noi make its report within ihirty days of such reference, it shall forfeit the
right further to suspend action. Such additions and changes, whe�;
adopted, shall becorne a parE of the official map of the town, and shai! be
deemed to be final and conclusive with respect to the 3ocation of the streets,
highways, drainage systems and parks shown thereon. The layout, widen-
ing or closing, or the approval of the Iayaut, widening ar closing, oF streets,
highways, drainage systems or parks, by the town board, or the town
superintendent of highways, under pravisions of iaw other than those
cantained in this article, shall be deemec# to be an additian or change of the
officiai map, and shal! be subject to aii she pro�isions of this articie with
regard to such additions or changes.
{L,l932, c. 634; amended L.145G, c. 486.)
Hlstarlcal Note
Derlvatloa. Town i,aw of L909, c. 53,
§ 149-j, as added L.1927, c. 175.
West's McKlnneyfe Forsne
The following forms appear in Loca] Government Farms under Town Law, § 273:
Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Change in OFficial Map of Town, see Form 1.
Resolution Changing Officia] Map of Town, see Form 2,
Lsw Review Commentarlea
PlatEing, planning and protection—a summary of subdivision statutes. 33 I�i.Y.U.L.
Rev. 1205 (19b 1).
LAbrary Aeferencea
2oning and Planning a�.19.5, 132 et C.J.S, Zoning and Land Planning
seq.. 245. §§ 12 to 26, lfll.
348
Art. 16
2%4 Plaruitng board, reports on matters referred to lt �
Note 1
The town board may�by gen or s ecia! rule �rovide for the r erence
of any matt� e� or c oE matters, oiher than those referred to in section
two hun red seventy-two of this article, to the �an ' board before t�e
final action thereon b th or ofFicer of said town havin Einal
aut ority thereon with or withaut the rovision that final action thercan
sha not e ta en urstil said lannin bo rd has itt�dits report
thcreon, ar as had a reasona le time to be fixed by the town board in said
ru e to submit the repart.
The town board �m b�jy resolution authorize and empower the planning
board_to appr_ oye oT`3isapprove (a) changes in the lines of existing streets,
highways or public areas shown on suhdivision plats or maps filed in the
county clerk's office in the county in whicI� such town is located, (b) the
laying out, c[osing aff or abandonment o reets, hi hwa��_}��t�lic areas
under the rovisio e tawn ~' wa laws, within that e
tvwn outside the limits of an incorporated cit or villa e. Where the town
6oard authorized such planning oar to approve or disapprove such
matters, inal a`c�on thereon by tl�e body or officer of said town having
final authvrity hereon shal! n�b'A be taken until such planning board has
had a reasonable iime to sub thereon. Nothing contained in
ihis section s a e construed as li�niting final action or t�ie authority now
possessed by law of any bady or officcr of the said town. �'
{L.1932, c. 63a; amendcd L.1443, c. 625, § 2; L.1974, c. 78$, § 3; L.197b, c. 272,
§ l4.)
Hlatorical Note
197b Asnendment, Suhd. a. L.1976,
c. 272, § 10, eff. o❑ the 30th day after
June 3, 1976, repcaled subd. a, which
related to an exception pertaining to
Westchester County wherein the plan-
ning board E�ad the autharity of final
action on the approval af site plans and
restrictions imposed in rclation thercto.
Derivatlon. Town law of I909, c. 63,
§ LG9-j, as added L..1927, c. 175.
Sa�inga Pravlslons. L.1976, c. 27Z,
§ 10, eff. on the 3Qth day after 7une 3,
l976, provided in part: "that such repeal
[of subdiv+ision a of this section] shal�
not irnpair the continued validity, after
the effective date hereof, oF any action
takcn prior to such date pursuant to the
authority provided by said subdivision."
idbrary Referencea
Zoning and Planning �133, 351, 353.
C.7.5. Zoning and I.and Planning
§§ 14 to l6, 97, 177 to 185.
I.aw gove�nlr►g 1
1liecesslty of report 3
Notea of Aeciefons
Refereace to hoard 2
i. Law gnverning
qpp�ication for site plan approvai was
governed by this section pertaining to
349
E
plan adopted pursuant ta � 272-a muat examine the implementation and
utilizatian of these devices if a toum intends ta implemem such schemes.
it is impartant to emphasize that � 272-a does' not require that any
eommunity adopt a Comprehenaive plan purauant to � 272'-a or that a
commun'sty's existing comprei�enaive plan, Lhat is;' one predating 4he 199�
amendment ta � 272-a, musE be amended� prior' {.o adoption of a zoning
amendment inconsistent �vith its exiating cnmprehehsive plan. The revised
statute conf�rms the legislation's intent tv encourage the preparation and
adoption of camprehensive plans, but not to mandaLe such a requiremen[.
Consequent7y, a town may conlinue ta v[�eraie under the vagaries of the
aa�isting�.case law. However, once a towrs adopts a cnmprehensive plan
pursuanL Lo 4 272-a, the revised staWtory seheme applies and canaistency
with it9 comprehenaive plan �s required. '�
REGIONAL HOUSIHC NTEED5 � � ' •
An additional aspect of the eonsiderations requi'red iri a comprehenai-re
plan is the judicially imposed requirement that a community eonsider the
fuiure housing needs of the region. See Berenson v. Tow�, of New Ca.stle,
38 I�F.Y'.2d 102, 378 N.Y,S2d 672, 341 N.�.2d 236 (1970). Althoagh few
exclusionary zoning'decisions have �een decided in'New York, it is cSear
that a,community possesaea an abligation in the preparation of its compre-,
hensive �lan to pravide a properly, snd we1]-ordered glan fvr the communi-
ty, that' is, it must provide far the preserst and �future honsrtng_ needs ot' a
town's residerits. 5econdly; it must examine whether'a housing dei'iciency
exists in the "region" and; if so, rnust proyide for � the . passi6ility of
constnict'san of such units. � � � �
,�. • ., �
- � Legislative Hi9tories"
L.1997, c:,4S8: For Legislative, �xecutive ar Judicia] memorandum relating ta thia
see the�.Table of Contents in McKinney's, 1997 Sessian , Laws of New. :
,• Law Review and dournal Commentaries '
Zoning ar,d.land use. Terry, Rice, 96 Syracuse L.Rev. 9ql t199o)•, ._ , �
" , ; '., , � .
Notes of Decisions' ` •
Amendments to plan 4
Conatructioq,wilh federai lawa 'k
Due praeess considerations la ,
Law governin,g ��
j6. Construcfion'with federal larvs '
Putative real, estate develuper failed �to
estabEish tha� rezoning which changed
denaity �equiremencs . in area of town
containing groposecl develapment praject
violated Fa�r, ,Hausing . Act; . putative de-
velaper made no aifegation concerning :
cornmunity harrn or adverae impact.upnn
particular.minority graup, and there was •
no e�ide�tiary suppori for ita concivaioa �
that its pzaposal to constrvcE°condornini-
um homea, which would begin at a price
of $109,O.Q0, , would reatly constikute af-
fordable •housing for economically d'esad-
vantaged mir�orikies.. Orange Lake Assa-
ciates, .Znc.., v. Kirkpatrick, C.A.2
rK.Y.n99a: 2� �F.�rt i2�a.
��, I,aw gpverning
, Town board, a legislative body, could
auperaede. New York sEaiute perlainirsg to
. town . planning. 6oard's � preparing and
� changing of• comprehensive plan far devel-
oprnent af ent�re area of town; according-
ly, membera of�tawn'board were acting in
their- ]egislative �capacity in adopting mas-
ter' zvning plan which changed ~density
requ'srements in area' af town cantaining
:plaintifCs proposed �.development" projec[
and were entitled Ea legislalive immunity
for. their actiana in connection with adop-
tion �oF that plan. Orang�e •Lake �Associ-
ates, Inc, v.�Kirkpatrick, C.A2 (N.Y.)1994,
2! F.3d 12T4.-�
.� .. :
�a -Due proceea considerations
Any delay by Lown � board in granting
� canditiona] approval to putative real es[ate
develope�'s project, which approval would
have excepted developer from complying
with recent[y enacted' rezoning, did not
violate pntative developer's due process
rights; much nf delay wa� actually p�tta-
tive developer's own delay in su6mitting
application and responding to cansultant's
legitimace, inqs�iries concerning plans filed,
no effart was made by putative develnper
to seek available judicial. review under
state law, putative developer did nat ex-
hausb available remedies, and there was
nothing to indicate that any vC�ciaimed
procedutal defects affected puCaGve'devel-
oper's righta or ultimate decisions o( town '
board nr planning. baard i� "any way.
Orange Lake Associates, Inc. v.,Kirkpat=
ricic, C.A2 (N.Y.)1994, 21 F.3d i214.
��-- -
[§ 2?4. epeale . L:1992, c. 66
' � Hisiorical and
Sectson, added L.1932, c. 634; �amendeil�
L.1943; c. G26, § 2; L,1974, c.' 788, §� 3;
L.1976, c. 272, � 10, related to planning
4. Amendments to pian
Evidersce waa sufGcient to esta6lish LhaC
continued zoning of landowner's property
as residential xone was in accordance with
town's comprehensive plan, despite evi-
dence that town had made 70 ad hoc
changes to area of master plan can[aining
landowner's property; development of
area surrounding landowne�'s pruperty re-
Aeeted town's, arigir�al intentioq to keep
one side of raad commercially developed
while keeping other sida residential.
Tii=es Inv. Ca: v: Town of Huntington,
1989; 79 N.Y.2d 8&�, b47 N.Y.52d 835, s17
N.£2d 90.
3, § 1, eff. July 7, 1993] �
, �
Statutory NoLea
hoards�and re oris on matte Cerred'to
them, and ' nnw cavered 6y � 271.
�Notes of Decisions
2. ReFerence to hoard ' �
Kecessa�re�ferral of proposed reznning
fo� mall p��s appropriately madc to
town' plannirig` board khrou�h notice of
compietian� oF drafL environmenfal- impact
statement, which ached��e,d �s�.�li� 1�eYring
ta cansider project; .moreaver,. �when nq
re�art was received 6y�t�p�rd �rom
town � planning board''within 4�'�days of
referral; 'tbwn was authorized to act on
rezoning: Holdraker v. Mauala�(4 Dept.
1988) 13fi A.D.2d 92$, �24 N.Y.S2d 911.
3. ' Neccasily af repurt � '
Paliaito v. 1'own of Islip, 19fi2, 3S
Misc.2d 447, 224 N.Y.S2d 466, Imain voV-
urne] reversed on other grounds 22 A.B.2d
930, 2S6 N.Y.5.2d,�8, appeal dismissed lfi
N.Y.2d �&4, 2fi4 N.X.5.2d 1U26, 21!'N.E2d
634, motion dismissed 16� i1'.Y:2d 871, 2G9
N.Y.5.2d 108, 211 N.E.2d o27. � '
_ .. � ,,
$ 274-a. Site plari 'review � ' � .� �
1.��,Defin�tian of siie plan. „�1s uaed in this section the term "site plan" sliali
mear�, a,rendering,.dr�wing, or sketc� pre}�ared,to specitications,and contain-
ing necsssary eler�ents, as set forth.i�,the applicabae zoning ordinance, or loca�
law, which shows thg arrai�gement, layout and,de.sign of the praposed.use of a
single paxce! of ]and as�shown on said glan.' P1afs showing lots,�blocks or sites
which are subject to re�iew pursuant to authority provideci' for� the review oF
subdivisions=under. sectiori two hux�dred�seventy-six bf this artide shall contin-
ue to be subject to such revie�u and sh.all riot be subject to review as site plans
under this section; ' ... . � , . �
2. ApprovaE of site plans. (a) �'he town board may, as part of' a zoning
ordinance� or local 3aw adopted pursuant to ttiis arkicle br other enablin� law,
authorize tiie planning board' on such ot}ier adm�nastrative body that it ehall so
desigriate, to r'evtew arid approve, approve with modificatibns or disapprove'
site �plans .prepared� to specifications set forth in .the ordinance"or local law
and/or in regulations of such authorized� board. S►te :plans� shall show..the�
arrangement,: �ayout and desigri of the proposeci use of;the land on said plan.
Ttie ordinance or lacal law 'shall specify .the land uses th�t require . site plan
appraval and the elements� to be� included on •plans submitted for approval.
The requited site plan elements which are included,in the zoning ordinance or�
local law may include, where appropriaLe, those related to parking, means af.
access, scxeening, signs, landscaping, archite�tural features, location and di-
� 265�
Hls�orlcal I1lote
Derivatlon. Town iaw of 1909, c. 53,
§ 141-c, subd. 1$-h and § 349-w. Sa9d
suhd_ 19-h was added I..1926, c. 715.
TOWI1i LAW
Art. 16
5aid secuon 349-w was added L.2926, c.
714, § 1.
I,lbrary lieferences
Zoning and Planning �14.
C..f.S. Zoning and Land Planning § 11.
1�Iotea of Decisions
Compliance with atate requirementa 3
Campliance with fowa requlrements 4
Leglslaiive resMctioaa upon town 2
Supereedure of article, generaliy l
1. 5uperxedure of article, generally
This article can be superseded by local
law, 5herman v. Fratier, 19$2, 82
A.D.2d a01, 44b N.Y.5.2d 372.
2. LegieIative restricilona upon kown
Notwithstanding Municipa] Home
Rule Law § 10 and Statute of Loca]
Governments, power of town to adopt
and enforce zoning ]aws are still subject
to existing legistative limitations.
Friendly Hillside Motel, Inc. v. Town of
Brunswick, 1973, 74 Misc.2d 100I, 347
t1.Y.S.2d 112.
3. Coropliartce tvith atate require-
menta
MciGinne�s Unconsol.Laws § 804av
[now Racing, Pari-Mucuel Wagcring and
$reeding Iaw § 428] dealing with su-
premacy of state reguIation of horse rac-
ing did not prohibit ail iacal regulation
af raceuack; town could enforce iu flea
market requiremenE against those con-
ducung a flea market on racetrack
grounds. ?eople v. Winner's Circ[e F1ea
Marke[, Inc., 1479, 142 Misc.2d 355, 423
N.Y.S.2d 428.
i'arty which f�ad obtained license for
operation of quarter horse racetrack was
not required to comply with local town
requiremenu rclating to obtaining build•
ing germits and certificate of occupancy
siace statutu autharizing crcation of
racetracics preempttd loc.al zoning law.
Town of Brookhaven �. Parr Co. af Suf-
folk, Inc., 1973, 76 Misc.2d 378, 3S0 N.Y.
s.za sz9.
Township zoning ardinance was not
applicable to construction and location
of quarter horse race track at whrch
pari-mutuel betting would be conducted,
in view af statc's preemption of regula-
tion of such tracks. Tawn of Broakha-
ven v. 5uffolk Meadows Quarter d-Iorse
Racing Ass'n, Inc., 1973, 76 Misc.2d 175,
350 N.Y.S.2d 525.
Subdivision 7 of section b4 of the Alco-
hofic Beverage Control I,.aw providing
that no nn-sale liquor license should 6e
graz�ted to any premises within 200 Eeet
of school, is exclusive and state•wide,
and therefore a town zoning ordinance
prohibiting operation of an on-sale li-
quor establishment within one-half mile
of a school was void. Grundman v.
Town oE $righton, 1955, I Miscld 860,
150 N.Y.S.2d 325.
Town zoning ordinances do not apply
to the construction and Eocation of a
quarter horse race trac3c under the juris-
diction of the New York State Racing
and Wagering Board. 1973, Og,Alty.
Gen. 30. See, also, 1957, �p.Atty.Gen.
?54.
4. Com�llaace wlth town requfre-
ments
Even if septic system for proposed
apartment develapment should be
deemed to havc met county and state
requirements, such would not abrogate
tf�e need for compliance with more strin-
gent tawn requirements. Walsh v. Spa-
daccia, 1973, 73 Misc.2d 866, 343 N.Y.
5.2d 45.
Under this section, gublic hearing no-
tice provisions oF town zoning ordinance
adopted pursuant to Laws oF 1922, c.
322, or Laws of 1925, cc. 714 ❑r 725,
govern over corresponding provisions of
scctian 264. 4 Op.State Campt. 231,
1953.
338
Z021IING AND PLAI�INWG
Art. lb
§ 2']Q. Officia! map, establishment
The town board may establish an official map of that part of the town
outs;de tl�e limits of any incorporated city or village showing the streets,
highways and parks theretofore �aid out, adapted anci established by law
and drainage systems may also be shown on such map. Such map sha116e
final and conclusive with respect to the location and width of streets and
higt�ways, drainage systems ar�d tt�e location of parks shown thereor►.
Such officiaE map is hereby declared ta be established to conserve and
protect the public health, saFety and general welfare. The clerk of every
town which has established such an of€icial rrsap shalk immediately file a
certificate of that fact with the clerk or registrar o€ the county in which said
town is located.
(L.1932, c. 634; amended L.1956, c. 486.)
HistorlcaZ Noce
flerivation. Town L.aw oF 1909, c. 63,
� 149-g, as added L.1427, c. 175.
West's McK3nney'a Forms
Tbe following Form appears in Local Government Farms under Town Law, § 27Q:
Resolution Establishing Official Map of Town, see Form 1.
Glbrery Referencee
7.oning and Pkanning �29•5, i32, 137, C.�§.12Zon28g lai d I.and Planning
245.
fiotes of Declalona
Conclusivenesa of oFficlaj map 2 2. Conclwiveness of oEficlal map
Filing of map 1 When there is a conflict between the
oFficiak map of a county and the official
l, Flllng of inap map oF a town with respect to the right-
of•way oE a county highway, it is the
Maps did not have to be signed b county map which governs. Op.State
registered professionai engineer Eor #�� Compt. 79-742.
ing under Former section ]49-g of the
Town Law oF 1909 [this seclioq]. Op.
Atty.Gen., 1932, 45 St.Dept. 545.
�'71, planning board, creatlon and appolntment
1. The lown board of each town is hereby author� em owered to
appoint a annGn board of Eive rnembers ar seven members in the
discretion o t e oard, and shaEl have authority to remove any member of
such pianning board for �ause and after public hearing. The town board
may also provide for compensation to be paid to the members of the
planning board. Of the members first appointed to a glanning board
consisting of five rrsembers, one shali hold office for the term of one year,
one for the tcrrn of two years, one far the tcrm of three years, one for the
339
Art. l6 � Art. 16 no�r •
term of fo[�r years and one for the term of Five years, frortt and after his
appointment. Their s�ccessors shall be appointed for a term of five years
from and after the expiration of the [erms of their predecessors in office.
Qf the members first appointed to a newly created planning board consist-
ing of seven members, one shall E�old office for the term of one year, Qne
for the term of two years, one for the term of thr�e years, on� far the term
of fo�r years, one for ihe term af five years, one for the term of six years
and one for the term aE seven years aher his appointment. Where the
membership of an existing planning 6oard is increased as authorized by the
provisions of this section as amended, one of the new members shal! be
appoin[ed for a term of six years and the other for a term of seven years,
such terms to commence on the same calendar day of the year as the
original appointments and thereafrer upon the expira#ion of the term nf
each xnember, his reappointment or the appointment of his successor shall
be for a term of seve❑ years. If a vacancy shall accur otherwise than by
expiratian of term, it shall be filled by the town board by appointcnent for
the unexpired term.
2. Notwithstanding any inconsistenE provision of this chapter or of any
general, special or locai [aw, the town board in any town in which a
pIanning board has heretofore heen or may hereafter be created rnay, if at
least twenty per cent of the area of such town is devoted to agricultural
pursuits, appoint an additional member to such planning board, for a term
of five years from and aher his appointment, If the town board deEer-
mines to appoint suc3� additional member, he shall be a person who derives
morc than one-half of his annual incame from agricultural pursuits. As
used in this subdi�ision, the term "agriculiural pursuits" means the grow-
ing, producing, processing or selling of the products of agriculture.
3, Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivisian one of this section in
the town of Greenburgh, Westchester county, the term of office of a
member of the pianning board shalt be fi�e years. Members on such board
at the time this act shall taice effect shaf! filI out the term to which they
shall ha�e been appointed but their successars shal] be appointed for a five
year term only.
(L.1932, c. b34; arnended L.1941, c. 604; L.19q9, c. 57; L.1957, c. 530; L.1963, c. 23U,
§ b; L.1475. c. 74U, § i.)
Histaricai 1liote
5975 Amendment. 5ubd. 3. L.1975, Aerivation. Town Law of 1909, c. 63,
c. 740, §], efi. Aug. 9, 1475, added subd. § 149-h, as addrd L.1927, c. 175.
3.
Croas ReFerences
Village p�anning board, sce Village law g 7-7l8 et seq.
Lsw Revlew Commeatarlea
Cantral of land subdivision by munitipal planning 6oards. 49 Cornel[ L.Q. 25$
(1955).
Land use planning, a symposium. 29 Fordham L.Rev. 635 (19b1).
340
Legal and economic basis for municipal planning. A. Dunham. 58 Colum6ia L.Rev,
650 (1459).
l.egal measures For removal of slum areas. 11+f. Hershman. 14 Record 134 (1959).
i�onresidentiak urban renewa] in Hew York. G.G. Waite. 10 Buf#alo L.Rev. 255
(1961).
Platting, p�anning and protection—a summary aE subdi�ision statutes. 33 N.Y.U.L.
Rev. 1205 (1951).
Library Referen¢es
Zoning and 1'lanning �351, 352.
C.I.S. Zoning and Land Planning
§§ 97, l77 to 185.
Noiea oF Dectslons
Abolliion of board 19
Adminiatrative revtew l5
Appolr�tment oF members
Generally 3
Compatibi!!ty aF ofilces 4
Term of ofF[ce 5
Chairperson, removal l7
Compatibillty of oFfices, appolntment
oF members 4
Compenaation of inembers 8
ConfUcts oF Interest 9
Constructlon wlth other laws l
Delegation of board powere ! S
Discretion of board Z2
Establist►ment oF board 2
l4iiasutes of baard meetings l4
1liumber of inembers
General�y 5
Cteduction [n number 7
Powers of board
GeneralIy 10
Qeie�atlon af board powera 11
i}iscretlon oF baard l2
Reappointment after removal 18
Aeduction ln number o£ membera 7
Removal oF membera
Generally 16
Chalrperson 17
Reappolntment 18
Term of office of inembers 5
Voting 13
1. Constructlun wlth other Iaws
Sectian 27 providing that the cown
board shall fix the salaries of officers
and employees is not repealed, e'sther
expressly or by imp[ication by this sea 4 _ CompatibWty of oFflces
tion autharizing a town board to create a
planning board and imposi�g certain One person may E�old simultaneously
powers and duties upon it. Petition oF thc two offices of corporation tounsel of
341
Schulz, 1956, 1 Misc.2d i463, l49 I�I.Y.
S.2d 646.
2. Establishment of boatrd
Town's failure to appoint planning
board did not irtvalidate zoning ordi-
nances or amendments thereto, in view
oi this section authorizing, but nQt re-
quiring, establisE�ment of ptanning
baard. Place v. Hack, 1462, 34 Misc.2d
777, 230 N.Y.S.2d 583.
A town may adopt a building code, a
zoning ordinance ar establish a planning
baard, singularly or each in any com6i-
nauon with the other. Il Qp.State
Campt. 8, 1955.
3. Appolntment of inembers-�ener-
ally
The Town Board of the town of Cart-
Iandt was authorized to appoint a new
chairman of the town planning board at
a rcgular session of t�e town board held
in 3anuary of 1975. 1975, Op.Atty.Gen.
(Inf.) 157.
An appo9ntment to a newly created
town office may not 6e made retroac-
tive. 26 Og.State Compt. 53, 1970.
A resident of a village may ser�e on
the p3anning baard of a town in whieh
the villagc is situate. 24 Op.State Compt.
776, 1968.
A tawn board may not appoin[ "alter•
nate members" to the tawn planning
6oard to serve when regular members
are unable to attend certain meetings.
17 pp.State Compt. 2b8, 1961.
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d�cting junkyard business on their prop- to demanstrate diminution of value af hi� �
eriy; tawn Failed to establish that proFr praperty as result of alleged wn[inuing���
er[y waa not used as jur�kyard when violation. Eeaudin v. Town af Alexandria
town zoning ordinance became effective, Planning Bd. (4 Dept. 1996) 233 A.D2d
or that preexisting nancaniorming uae of 8io, 649 N.Y.5.2d 2?8, ;�;
gremises had heen abandoned. Town aF Record supporied determination thaG:
Soukhampton v. Sendlewski (2 Dept. defendanta i]legally expanded opetation of
1989) 156 A.D.2d fi69, �A9 N.Y.S,2d 434. sp�dway, a preexisting nonconforming.�
'�ven it property owrsers' appeal from use, when they expanded an to certa:nY'
issuance of injnncCion restraining ownars other propertiea and changed character b('
from vioiating village xo-ning ordinance vehicles raced al speedway to incluc3c��
and' directing them to reduce numiaer of stock cara and, accardingly, plaintiffa were�•
dwelling units in their building from five entitled to permanen4 injunctiamprohi6it!�
to two was not rendered moot, issuanre of ing that expansion; hawever, scope oC ini'
iRjunctian would be affirmed; uncontro- junetian had to 6e rnodified to permit d�
verted prvof demonstrated thak prior non- fendants to use property in same manner .
conforming use of ovmers' 6uilding had and to same extent that it was used at
heea altered and expanded in vialation uf tirne'oPeffective date of town's ordinancei .
ordinance.- Crady v. Newcomb (4 Dept. 5mith v. Palone (4 Dept. l996} 226�A..D2d
198$) 142 A.D2d 940, 530' N.Y.S.2d 36"0. 1p�, 642 N.Y.S2d l i9. „�1�
'�Tawrt aubstantially complied with 1aw Where contractvrs violated tawn zor�ing
requiring commencement of action Co en- ordinance, plaintiffs who commenced tax- ;
join' defendants from conducting "paini payer's actian, atter town refused�Eo take
ball &ames" be authorized by resolution af enforcemenL aCtion, were entitled to pre=
tawn board, whert� town board members liminary is�junction and w•ere not required
a�thorized cnmmencement af action over to meet three-prang'.test generally appii`
telephane and formal resolutian was cable to requests for irtjunctive relief.
adopted rati�ying decision to commence Eggert v. LeFever i4 Dept. 199�) 222
sa'st four days later at manthly town board A.D,2d 1fl43, 63o N.Y.S.2d 837.' �'� �
meeting,'where under circumstances of Although town had no o6ligaLion on,its
ease' it was rsecessary for town io move as application far preliminary irljunctive' re=
quickly as possibte in seeking ir�junctive lief seeking to enforce its zaning,:ordinance,
refief as defendants' grand opening was to to meet three-pronged test generally ap=
take pla�e r��thin a week and po[ential for p]icable to such request, i4 was nvneLhe-
ir�jury was great. fiawn of Hiooming less required to come torward with� strong
Grove �. Blooming Farms 3oint Ventvre p�a facse showing that defendants were
�� Dept. 198� 12$ 'A.D2d 772, 513 violating ordinance. Town af Oyster Bay
N.Y.S.2d 2a�. � v. Sodomsky (2 Dept. 1989) la"i A.D.2d
12. .:— Persans entilled to apply ior 4a�; 096 N.Y.S.$d 21. ' '�
' iRjunction , Although carporaiiun was. taxpayer � in �
Diversion �oF business, From pharmacy town, it had its oftice in ano�her cuunty
operatecf in shopping center, lacated in and, therefor, was not "resident" of town
commercially zoned� area, and renied on and was nat proper party in '+taxpayer's
basis of petcentage of buainesa volume [a �ction" to er�join zoning violations. SheEr
gharmacy operated in proFessiona� medical ardson v. Kenville, 199�, 7,67,�1+iisc2d 247,
building and tocated in zoning district per- �4 N.Y.5.2d 96L ;� .
mit4ng professiona] medical offces bat 14. Criminal aature of violstion
excluding commercial businesses such as Town's action aeeking injunct'rve relief
pharmacie� was �ot "special damage". giv- ���n$� junkyard '[haC allege�ly 6io]ated
ing lessee and iessor io shopping center zoning ordinanre was not an eiection that
standing lo sue to erljoin the vioiation of barred it fram bringing criminai zor,ing
the zoning,ordinance. Cord Meyer. Deve�- �iotation proceeding. Tawn'of Sauthamp-
opment Co. v. Bell Bay Drugs, lnc., 1967, ton. v. � Sendlewski (2 Dept. 1989) 136
2Q�.[�I.Y.Zd 211, 282 A3.Y.S.2d 7a9, 229 A.D.Zd 659; 349 N.Y:S.2d q34. ,
I�.E2d 4A, reargument denied 20 N.Y.Zd .
970, 286 N.Y.8.2d 1027, 233 N.E.2d 863. 16. Aamages .
Pfeighboring landowner was no[ entitled Individua! who braught ",taxpayer's ac-
to ir�junrtion io prevent alleged conLinuing tion" tn enjoin zoning violafions,was.not
�iolation oF conditinna of site plan approva� presumptively aggrieved b}�8lieged zoning
6y developers o! marine saies and service violatione, even though indir�idual waa� pnly
facility, ssnce neighboring landowner failed 800 feet from properry which was subject
�ve
LO litiga6ion and, therefore, wa� requued
W piead special damagea in order to main-
tain action, where individual's property
li•
��s j4Cated oo appvsice bra�ch of Y-
shaped lake. 5hepardsan v. Kenville,
l99�, 167 Misc.2d 24T, 634 N.Y.5.2d 961.
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L�,�269. Conflict with other lawa: .
,:�� Wherever the regu]ations made und�r authority"oi this artic]e require a
c'g'reater width or size of yards or caurt9, or require a lawer height of building
F�r less nurnber bf stories, or require� a' greater 'percentage of ]ot ta be left
��noccupied, or impose other higher standarda than are required in any other
`Btatute' or local iaw; ordinance ar regulation, the' provisions of the regulations
` made under authority.of this artecle'shall govern. °' Whenever the provisions of
. any ather statute or local ]aw; ardinarice or regulation require a greater width
t or size of yaxds or court�, or require a lower height of building� nr a less
' humber of stories, or.raquire a greater.percentage. of lot to be left unoccnpied,
, or,impo�e.other higher standards, than�.are required by the regulations made
�:�nder'authnrity of this: articlB, the provisione:of such atatute, or lacai law,
j ardinance or regu3ation shali govern: :
r"In Cowns where th'e town boarda h�ve aiready adopted a zoning ordinance or
; local law, pursuant to the provisibns 'of chapter three hundred twenty-twa of
the laws of nineteen hundred twenty=two,'o'r chapter seven hundred fourteen
or, ciiapter. seven hundred fiF[een of the [a�i�s of nineteen hundred twenty-six,
such boards shaIl not be required to adopt�a new ordinance or local law, and
' all � actions"taken and proceedings had by 'such tawn boards and boards of
appeal under the provisions vf said chapter, are hereby ra[ified and confirmed.
''''All necessary expenses incui-red 6y any §uch board in cannection with the
adoptian and�enforcement of the zoning ordinance or local law�shall be a town
charge, � �
{[,:1932, c: 634; amended L.i9o0, c. 663; L.1997, c. 458, � 20, eff. July l, 1998.)
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.. Historical an
1997 Legiglation : ,
! L.1397,� c'. 45$;' 4'40 provides that the
act'ehall take effect on the same data as
�.,1997, c. 4�k7: (effect'sve �Tuly 1, 1998]
1(� .r,�.i'',� . i i, � .
d Statutory Notes
amending the general municipal !aw relat-
' ing to coonty planning boards and region-
a1 planning councils.
, ,;
. , .. ,. ' . . , , •. Legislative Histnries . �
I:.I997;�c. d"a8: For Legielative, Executive or �udicial memorandum relating to this law,
aee the Table af Contenta in McKinney's 1997 Sesaion Laws nf New York.
�� ; .. � � ,, � Notes q
3: '' Compiiat}ce with. sfste' requirements
''Town nf Erookhaven v. Patr Co. nC Suf=
folk; Inc.; 1973; 76 Miss2d 378, 330
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f Decisions
N.Y.52d �29, [main volume) moditied on
'other grounds 47 A.D.2d a74, 3fi3
� N.Y.S.2d 64D. �
1. [Eff. until 3uly 1, 1898. See, also, su�d. 1 below.] Authorization. The
toum board of each town is hereby authorized by local law, to crea a]anning
board consisting of five or seven members and shall, by resalution, appo�nt e
em ers of such board an� designate the chairpereon thareof, In the absence
of. a chairperson the. planning board; may designate a member to serve as
chaitperson. 'Fhe town baard .may, as part .of khe local law creating said
planning board, provide:for. the compensation of planning board members. In
making euch� appointments,:.the town 6oard may�require planning bvard
��r
members�.t�� complete training and-ro�tatiuir�g education courses in accardanee�
�vi�ili��ny lacal require;nents for th'e��training of such'�iiemb�rs:•' ''"°� •
��`'1. ��`[Ef% Jiily 2, 1998. � See,� aiso,�subd: �1 �above.] ��Autharization: ' The town �
bnard of.each town is hereby authorized 6y local law or ordinance, to create a�
�planning h d cansisting af frve� or seven memb'era:arid� shall,.by reao~tu'fs n,
ap ,.., e memhers of auch 6o.a.�d�.&�didesigr��te,the;chairpersaq ther.eo�:• In
�he:;atiseqee of: a chairp.eisoa.tiie; pl�ari}n �board; inay desi�nate a qtember .ta �
�.�..,,: . . . _ • . .. . .
Se�rve,.;as.chai=person. .The :ta�wiy.�boax �may, .as�.Part.of::the, lpcal law �or ,
'4i�dinan,ce ;creating � said pl`a,nn�ig;;l�oard; :proyide for the 'compeiis_ation� g� �
pla��ung�.�p�d'members. ,::�,�FnakinB,a�C�,h aPPointrAgA�s, the• tawn:boat.�l�?!aY
}�4equi�'�:.pjanning.,boai�d; �s�ernb�rs; .tou�gm�7ete ; traiaing.. �n�„contantiiing ;ed�}T :
r�a#ipri:cour`se�a,in acca�d�nce:vin��a�y,jpcal,requirements,for.,�e,Eraining.;af
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$yz�'�ie�iloers. . :�: a��r=::�r4 r. o: �. .�:;=,,..; . ., -,. . . . . . ..�
,,r2::,!::Appropriatibn fortplana.'sn�board:::-The,tawn•baard is heseby autl�orized
end�empowered_to�make:such�appropr�atiori.as:iticmay:see fit:for���planning
�boaYc3��expenses: In�a_tawnicont�ining,one�br:more villages; or:parts'.thereof;:
suc�i� charges' and expenaes Iess fees, if any� eollected;�sha11 be,�a� charge•u�on:
tiie�taxable.,�ro��;ty o�,tha�,par� af.the,tito,wn�put�ida.�f�a�id �i11a�s.anci.ahall '
�e assess'esi; leyie�;anc� co11��,cted�E3ieiefro�n ii�,tiie�same rqan�ie�•a�,Qt}ier tov� ..
.c.�i�'�e�..�,�'h,�, rilanning �Par�,.�h�1'j��v� t�ig.po�r�' and au#�sos,�t�Y,�to. employ, .
A
experts, clerYca�arid;a �ecreta,'t,yt,and,�o ga� �;qr,the}r ae�;vices, �r}cl•to. proyide foF..
$,1ic�i'ot}ieir_�enses.as may.be:;necess,a�'y;and pr,oper,pot;exceediiig.i�•;all�trie
.L�p�ropiiation�tjisi�may tie;madg.t�erefar..by the town board for.stich.p��nnin�,�
4Qi{id:i.l'ti'� _ .!r' .. 'I''.•�'i'�.. v!• ":=' �ii � J . . G�.�{, ... ...'' •.,p .�.� '.�� �� .
'�R= 3: .�.Tov�rsi=b�oard �merr}be�s; ingii�ib�e, :• No. per�son who is; �;nember. of;;ti�e
.�o,wn��oariT sl}all,be eli�ib�e,•for�me;n�bership,oa such planning,b,0ard,:. . :k.,;
.4.�' �Terms af inembers first �appointed. .The terms of. members aP the �oarcl �
sh�ll�be fo�r.terms so fix�d,that #�e,te� o� on� member, shail.qxpire at,tlie: en�
�of•the, calendar year in which such mernbera were initially appointzd. The �
terms of the remaining-.membe�s shal}..be so:fixed,that:one term shall expira at ;
t}�e.erid��of3each_.calendar yg�r..ihereafter. At the expiration at;,the�tg,r�t� o�,;
e�c}i iuembertfirst`:appoirite�,iit5 .br her,,suc,cessor shall�,�e;apPoimtzd;for:a '
ieria•wiiicii'`shall be equ$l;in;xear��to tii��nu�nba,r,�of•mem6er�of,�he.'b.oa�de�:
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b.' Terms of inembers now in o�ce. 1Vlembers iibw holdirig `office %r�te�rm� �1
which do'not•expire.at the end of a calendar•year shall, upon tha expiratian af;'.
their'term;�hold of�ce until the�end'of•.tiie�calend'ar year'and their successors :
shall;.ttjen be;appointed;�for.ter�s;whjch'sha�l.b�;equal;in�yeara to,the,.nu�6e� •
.�jf.members:of the baard. : , . . :�., ... r. .., t:.. .'i ;•, , � ;• , �.• � '
`•6. ��[E�. until Juiy_l, 1998. See, also�.subd. 6 below.] Increasing memher- ��
:ship.'` Any town board may,:by:tocal..,Zaw�r:increasa a five member planning ��
boa�;d;,to,.seven.-membera,.••Aclditional m. bg� 9ha11,��-first.appointed;fon;;
,single terms: �s: provid��,;by iesolutian o�e towri •board;in :o�der t�$t, �ha
.terms of inembers shall e�gir.e ;ia• each , of:� seven• �t���Qssive y,�ars an�1 the�. ,
'successora shall thereafter be appointed for' full terms �of seven years. •No :�
such.additsonal member shall take part imtl�e consideration of any,.matter.fo,�;;
which an applicatian was'on'•file with�th� plariturig•board'at•tha•tirne of�his�or�.:
herraPP.ointmea�:.! �� . . .. ..�� .. .. . ,ai,� �1.�� .� .Y� . .. .�i3� .
;;c6�.,:�[Eff. •July �1;� 1998: . See,;.also;�sub'd,s.6 •a�bve.�:.: Increasing `membershipt�„
Any. �own =.board :may, hy_�local �.law �or�:orrlinance;'inerease .a� five :membe� '',
planxung�board ta�seven members.�'�Ad'ditional merribers shatl be�fi'rst�appainti: �
•.ed for sin�le ierms as� provide'd� by resoluti�n �of the:town board: in� ortIer that ��
�t}ie±terms:o$•tnember� shall+expire in each of sev�n•s�ccessive years and �thein;`
successore�shall:thereafter•be'appointed.�Yar•.f�ll�terms�of•aeven.years:.: �Fc�
such�additional member�shall�take part in the conslderation of�anyrmatter�fot+,�.
which,an applicat�on was on file w�th;the p2annin�,board et ihe.tame of his or
�herappoiniment,- • . . , . ......... ',•� , ,,�, . . •
7. [Eff, until July 1, I99$. See;• aIso;'subd. 'T below ]'�ecrea'sing member-
' ahip. � A tawn bvard which has aeven members on.t�ie planning board'may by
� lacat:law;�:decrease the�membership•to five, to.take effect upon�the next•two
expirations,af.terms. Haurever,'no inewnbent shall be�'r.emoved from;office
: except� �pan �the: expiration� ni hta�. or: herlterm; � except as hereinafter• grovi�ed.
�• 7. � EEff. July.1,.1998. 5ee;"also;`subdr 7�above:] `• Decreasiag meriibership,
'' A��towri'board�whi��i has�seven meinbers oii•th�a�planning,board �ma�i�by lacal
; law `or �'ordifiance�'$e�rease� ttie metnbersfi3p �'to � five," to tak�� eff�ct� 1�p�h'f the
aext'two ekpiration's'of�teiins: �' Htiwever;'nv'iricumbent'shall'be removed frain
effice� ezcept'upon �th�e expiration�'of�'his'•or lier terni, except ��s� tiereinaftar`
' p�rov}ded: •-:,:: ..��:c:�• __r�•�:��•,:�, .-...:�:�.� ::�' . . - " �� � ....
,. . •: :..;,��- -. . �,,.,. ..: ;':",:.. : � ':- . .' :.. � , . . ..�.;
.s•��•:•:��::1�. �� - .. : .. � , . .•,. •.: ,.r
:�,8::� �;V�cancY iq,o�,fice, �� If �a Yac�ncy s�all„ocetir.vthen�ise ,ttian by, expir�tiop
of tErm, ihe tow� board�shaIl.�,pp�i�t tiye riew�me,mber for, the unexpired t'erm.
H,9.; [�f�::until Juiy,I, 1�9&, �See;�also;,eubd,:9:below], Rem,ova�•of rqem-
��ers.:,,Tite:,town•i�oard.,shaIl;haye•.:the powex.to;remove,;after�public;hearingr
= a�y: �eEnb.ert.of, th�e:p]anning,bo�rd.for:�ause.�; ,Ariy:planning;board �rr�ember
raay:b�;xemouedrYor, non=compliance w�ii��,,;tninimum;requfrements relatirig,to
meeting:Attendante�and.training•as�established by the:town board:by�local]aw
��"'9:'''[Eff:�Jiily'1;�-1998.'`$ee�'�lso;'s�d:��9'�aBove:j�''Removal� of ine�b'er$:
The town board ahall have the power to-remave, after public�hearii�g; 'ariy
member of�the'planning�board for�Cause::•Any planning board member may be
�eittoved for:�non-compliQrice'with��miinimum!regnirementa'r�latingto meeting
attendance��and�: trainiag��as'•established� by'the••town'�board• by �iocal�•law 'or
ar�inance. •„� . . , ... . :�r:':•. . • ..s.. , , :�_�.. .. . . ...
;rsoti `duties. .::AlI�rineetinps'of ths plaiiidng ��oard' s�a116e'Fiel�
�:
the ciiairperson and�'at'�suc6��ot}ier �iiri�s'as'sucB'�boa'rd,may
ch chai�person,.o� in his or her absence, the acting chairpe'rson,
� a'at}is'an'd� compel•the �tterid�nce° of ivitnes'ses� °� �• ' = � - � �
� +;1 �199 �':r� �t� r �� ru��:���,. •- - .. �:.. � '•. � . .� •• '
��rJ�Y.. ,.. $.�; �eer:aleo;. subd...11; belowj�� •�PPointtnent of
.fnlaer.,. •Natti�if,�ist8t�di�g any.�pro�ision�of this�,chapter or of aay
l��or;local:layv,•,a toWn board;anaY,;:if:;�n,�.agrjcyltural district•
n.t� to„�ection .t.�u,�,e.e hut�dred.;.thres., of.article; ttiyenty��fi�e=AA ,of
and�markets�ia�w:e�dstswholly or.�p�rtly wit}iin;the baundartes
Inclua,p;on t}�Q..plani►i�g;�oard orie or,m.qre tnembers;each of
�ri.,�iiousand`.�lo}��a{p;pr. �ore;�nrinua� gr'oss incQQie froin a�ricul-
n'eaid'iq'v�ti:° ,�1s• u��d:,�ii tliis su}�divis�bn ` the�te "a "' cuj �`a�
�r � ,..- . ., . . .,. � -.:.,, . . � . � �,�1. . E�'3�
pti'r"suits ' .means �the proil`uction '�'of � crops; � livesfack: and' liye�tqck': �rpdqc `;
�aquac�itural. Rzodu�ts� arid .woridl�nd pr4dpcts as defi�ed iu �section three
�bvnd'r�ed one,.of th.e agriculture and,tnarlsets Iavi► •: � • • , • .. ... .,;,r"
• • • •.�.. � � ' � ,�.:�
; 11. �[-Eff• 'July .1, 1998, . � S'e�, �also,,� �subd. �,�11 above,3 Appaintment �of
: agricultural member. Notwitiistahding sny prov�eion oi this chapter or'of any
general, special °or local'1'sw�or. o}dinance,��a �tawti board may, if an agricultural
district created pursuan� to.section. three hu�dred tFiree �of �xrticle twenty-�ve-
AA of • the . agrieultura and �•markeis. law.�•exists whol�y, or, �partly within., the
; b�aundaries •of such town;;inclade�on the planning board one ar more memb�rs
eacIi of wtio�'denves ten'thousaaa�doltars or more annual groas income,from '
��agi'ic�tW'ai �purauits'in�'$aid'towti:'': A's psed in i}us subcl�visiQn, the 'term
';agriculiu'ra2 pursiiit's"�inean.y;thg;prpduciian�of �opsr'livesk�cic'anci livestock
��raducts�.,aquaculturai;products;:�nd�wooaland p'roducts.as�tlefined ia''sectioa
rh�'�e,hti�dr�d ane of�the agriculture and mai�kets law, � '.� .
3 March I999
Town of Zthaca Board af Supervisors
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca NY 14850
To the S�pervisors:
On March 2, 1999, the town of Ithaca Planning Board granted Orlando lacovelli germission to rea�t a
newly built house in the Klandiice subdivision to college students. l am writing to express my deep
disappointm�t and dismay over this �tter.
Six years agq rny husband and I withdrew our ohjedions to Mr. Iacovelli's proposed aparbni�t building
at 243 Codrlington Road because o£ several reasons. One of these was the assertion by the Town fhat Mr.
lacovelli had traded his right to build student housing in the Klandike subdivision for the permission to
build an additional a�artiiient house at 243 Caddington Road. The proposed unit was much 2arger t�an
allowed by zoning for the lot and needed the pernussion of the neighbors to be constructed. Town of Ithaca
employees told us that this new building would k�ep student housing close to the college and the already
denseiy-populated student neighborhoods surrounding it. The I�Sondike subdivision woutd then be soIely
owner-occupied housing.
Here w�e are Six years later; the ctirrent Planning board thinks that Mr. Iacovelli is perfectiy justified in
re�iing a newiy-built house in the Kloz�dike area to studennts, regardless of previously made agreements.. As
Mr. Iacovelli has remarked, if you only know tbe right people, you can do anything you want in this town.
Three of the four praperties adjaceaat to our house are student rentals, one of thase propezbies being Mr.
Iacovelli's 243 Coddington apartme�i buildings. We have no problems with these studmt neiglibors. Mr.
Iaco�elli however is, frankly, a lousy neighbor. The builci�ng t}xat he constructed at 243 Coddington is ugty
and e.normous. My husbanci, our neighbor and � lzad to address the Board of Supervisors in the summer of
1997 to force Mr. Iacovelli to adhere to his previous promises. We are stell trying fo have him pIant grass
on the rubble fielci�s he created around his newest building. (He claims that our privacy is better insured if
the area becomes tall weeds.) We have alsa had problems with him concerning his pz'operty at 255
Coddington whic� we have tried to solve with him privately.
It seems that the Klondike proj ect and the promises of six years ago were shelved untiJ. a new Planning
Board came alang, a Board w�ich disreg�rc�ed our pzevi�ous gvod faith understandin�. They were
sympathetic with Mr. Iacovelli's compIaint that he has not been able to sell the house he buiit on the
Klandike property. (I believe it has been less than a year since it was completed.) A cynical persan would
conclude that Mr. Iacvvelli never int�ded to sell this property. I daubt that there are many, if any,
properties north on Coddington to the city-tawn line whicli are worth anywhere near the $120,000 he
original�y was asidng for the hovse. It is now being offered at $ I 10,000, still tens of thousands of d+ollars
more tk�an the ather homes on the road. Develop ers azad reaItors know that houses worth much more than
their neighbors do not sell easily.
I auz greatly ciisillusion�3 about town gavernrneait and its supposed equal protection. Here we aze, living
next to an ugty and view blocking building because of our naive be�ief.t#�at we had carefully made fihe
decision most sea�sible for the town and the neighborhoad Little did that help us when Mr. Iacovelli decided
not to honor bis commitmerrt, a decision w�ich the Plazu�ing Board has supported
A caveat to you; the more he gets, the more he wants: he will be b ta pester alI of us.
Sincerely, r� .
Linda Holzbanr
249 Codc�ington Road
Ithaca NY 14850
cc: The Town of Itl�aca Planning Board
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October 2�, 1999
113 Kay St.
Ithaca, N. Y. 14850
�607? 257-2d16
Cathy Valentino, Town Supervisor
and ihe i'own Board
Town of It�aca affices
1Z6 E. 5eneca 5t.
Ithaca, N. Y. 14850
(6071 273-1721
Fred Noteboom, H�ghway Superintendeni
Town af Ithaca H�ghway Dept.
105 Seve� Mile Drive
Iihaca, N. Y. 14850
(607i 273-1656
Atty. John C.
Town of Ithaca
119 E. Seneca
Ithaca, 1V. Y.
(6a1i 273-b841
Bar�ney
Attarney
14850
Bob and Marian Earle
112 Kay St.
Ithaea, N. Y. 14$50
(607) 257-1757
io�my Hartsharne
(97 Grarttf St.
Brooklyn, N. Y. 1]2�1
(718? 782--508$
Harold and Florence Bierman
109 Kay St.
Ithaca, N. Y. ]4850
(607) 257-1769
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Re: desiruction af most af the road between 108, 109 and 1]2 Kay St.
Re: violation of Highway Law Secs. 205 and 207 and 7own Law. Sec. 274
Dear �verybody,
As r�flst of you know, on September 30, 1999, when the 7'own of Ithaca
heavy equ�pment started ripping �p Kay Street at the bend 7n the road
betw�en 108, 109 and 112 Kay 5treet (the Harts�orne, Bierman, and Earle
properties, respectively} many of �he neighbors were alarmed ar�d upset
by it, and tried to stop it by calling t�e Town of Iti�aca Highway
Depariment and the town of ithaca Offices and tt�e Tom�k�ns County
Sneriff and Atty. 8arney.
A Qeputy Sheriff arrived, ther� Fred Natebaam, then the Tampkins
County Sheriff himself arrived on the scene.
Despite the fact that I told them that Highway Law SeGs. 205 and
� c.v�—o HIGH��'AY LAW Art. $
reforestation and the establishment and maintenance thereon of
forests for titi•aiershed protectzon, ihe praduction of timber ar�d
oit�er forest products and for recreation and kindred purposes
shal] be qualifiedly ab�t��dor3ed in the follo�;-ing manner and s���il]
fiave the following effect:
a. upon u-ritten notice to the dep�irtment of en�•iro2�mental
conservzttion, the iown shall fo2lo�ti• the procedure �rovided far in
subdivision t�;•o of section t�4�o hundred five of tF�is c�►apter;
b. the i•esolution of abandonment shall pro��ide that er•en
though the res�onsibility af maintenance of the road by the
tor��n sha!] cease, the��e shal� remain a public easement over such
road in perpetuity;
c. the depariment of environmental conser��ation sha11 have
the ri�ht to maintain such road if it so desires;
c�. no one, incliEdang the oK�ner of adjoining land, may fence
any portion af such road, with vr without gates;
e. ihe town, at any time, shalf have the right to resume juris-
dictian a�er such road for any purpqse;
f. the iitle to such road shall remain with the town.
� For the petrposes of this section, access roads tn state for-
est preserve ]ands qz• lands under the jurisdictio�i of the environ-
mental conser�ation depaz•tment shall mean roads K�hich are the
anly practical means of ingress or egress to such staie ]ands.
3. In no event sha!] the provisions of this sectian be eon-
strued so as to require the maintenance or abandonment of roads
within the state forest preser�•e fands or l�inc�s nn�5� o«�ned ur
hereafter acquired by the staie.
Added L.1976, c. 203, � 1.
Historic$1 Note
Efieeiive Date. �ectinn c�fPectirc
��n5 2��. 797Fr, pursii:i�it tn I..7�37fi, r.
2�1,3, S 2.
�,fbrary iteferences
fli�li�r;�r, G�T'1{71. ('..3.5. 1Ii�;l«rri}�ti # l:Sll e[ x[�r�.
� 2�6. Highways in lands acquired by ihe United $tates for
fortification purposes deemed abandoned
When 9and sought to he acquired by the United States of
America for the purpose of fortifications includes a highway or
portion thereof, the condemnation proceeditigs may include suci�
Art. 8 TOWN HIGiiWAYS � 2O7
highu•ays or partion thereof, and ihe people of the state of New
�ork, an�r m[�nicipality, county or other �arty ciaiming an intei•-
est thez•ein may be made a party defendant in such proceeding,
and the interest of the state, county, municipaltty or other claim-
ant be determined, and the a�4•arci made therefor. Forth�viih
upon the acquisition by the United States of Amei•ica of ]and
���}zich includes a highway or pnrtion thereaf, there shafl be filed
i�� the office of t�te to�vn clerk af the to�vn, anci also in the office
of the co�nty clerk of the county, in t�hic� such land is located,
certified copies af the record or transfer to the CJnited States of
such land, together «�ith a map of such ]and, on �vhich map such
high����:y or portion thereof shal] be indicated k�y metes and
6o�nds, and thereupan such hi�hway or portion thereof shall be
c�eemed discantinuet3 and abandoned for highwa� purposes, and
if proceedings have been taken, pursuant ta this chapter for the
impt�ovement of such high�vay �y state aid, all such proceedings,
together with any� appropriation made for the improvement of
such high�t-ay� or port.ion thereof, as indicated on such map, shall
be deemed revoked, ��acated and set aside.
L,1936, c. Ei3.
Historioal Note
Derivatlon. I�i�:l��c;i�� L:n+• s�f ]�H1Sa, [[i�tsn•;f� I.;��r ��f 1!iii,ti, �•. ;13f1, �
c. '0, $ -':t,i. ",5:�: T,.2Ex1�, c. -Fi��i.
iti�;hn�:ic4 «7�i.
titntev C�14.
U'niCc�i 5tntes G�:i.
Lihrary ReYerenccs
(;..7.�, lliglnc:�)-; § 734i ��I �,�y.
C..l.ti. St��tc. � lEi.
(',.1.�, L's�itcd �tisti�, � i,
� Z�7. Discontinuanee of high�►•ay
��
�'L'henevei- the to«'n superintende�it of an�� ta�ti�n sh4�lI detei•-
mine that any portion of any �� way or street, iiot ��ithin the
ii»zits of an incorpoi�ated ��� age, «�hici� is th erminu:�a such
s�x•ee or tighway, is unnecessar for high«-ay purposes, and '
said to4��n su �erintendent may, t�y an ot•cler to be duly entered in
the to�ti•n clerk's office, direct such hi h�va to 'sco«tinued
and ab�ned fo� g�blic p�rposes. Provided, ho�i�ever, that no
portion of such high«�ay to be discontinued shall be greater than
one thousand feet of the terminu. thereof an� that the o��• ers of
the land on both sides of such high�va oy r s�reet, #'or the distance
it is propose to �iscontinue the same, shall, by �s�ritten petition
97
§ 2�7
to such tow n su
HIGHWAY LAW
ha�e
Art. $
�he discontinuanca
L.1936, c. 63; amended L.1948, c. 386.
1 So ln originul. Word "nnd" probAbly should be omltted.
Hietorinal Nota
Derfvatlort. Hi�hmnp I�n�v oY ]909, High«�ny intiv oE 1�08, c. 33U, §
c. 30, � 236. ?:36 ; I�.IS�a, c. Ei11, �], azne�ded I..
7!10:i, c. G4:i.
fiigh�vays Cr 79.
Co�necting highways I
Terminal portIons 2
Water-shed programs 3
Librsry References
C.T.S. I3ighw�ys � 130 et seq.
Notes of l�eaisiuns
I. Connecting hlghways
No portfon of n town highway
whlcl� conncets t�vo othe�• highwnys
�nay be discontinueQ or nbnndoned
pursunt►t to this secti�n. 19 Op.fitntc
Compt. 231, 1�f�3.
2. Terminal portlans
Pursuqnt to this section, only the
terminnI portion oP n highwAy or
street nt no grentcr Iinenr clistance
Prom the actu�l end thereaf thnn
1,000 feet mAy bc discontinued und
abundoned. 17 Op.St�te Compt. 257,
]961.
3. Water-shed programs
Al��ent exifite�ice of condEtions set
forti� i�i tlii:� sectlou nnd sectton 2U�
ar ��l��ent a�ieclnl Icgfslntton, tl�ere is
uo nnthorlty f�r the nl��ando��ment nr
disenntintinncc o[ n to��•n nr connty
1�[gh�ray c�'en fer impleme�itution of
:i ti�•�iter-shed program. 1965, Op.
ncc..ce��. cint.� fls.
§ 2�8. Description to be recorded
Immediately upon making and entering the order men�ioned
in section two hundred and seven of this chapter, the said town
superin�endent shall cause a written description of tha� portion
of the street or highway ordered to be discontinued to be filed
and recorded in the office of the town cler c of e town in which
the said sireet or highway is located, and when the same is duly
recorde the said portion of the said street or highway shall
thereupon be and become duly aband� nd d�nued for
highway purposes.
L.i936, c. 63. .
Hietorical 11Tnta
�erivatlan. Hightvny LAw oY ]9U9, FIightrny Luw oP lflDB, c. 330, §
c. 30, � 237. L:i7 ; L.1R9 �, c. 611, g Y.
LibrAry RaPeranaes
Fiighways C�79(71. (:.�.5. i�iigktwuyy � 129.
Art. 8 TOWN HIGHWAYS § 209
§ 2�9. ama es caused by disconiinua �i
Any�ers �n or corporation interested as owner h�.r�vise,
i an s and claiming anp loss or dama es le ita-
ble,_by reason of the disconiinuance, abandonmen or closin of
anv s�r 4�igh�.'�ay, no wi�hin the limits of an incorporated
villa�e, under or• pursu nt to the pro�isions of the 1 t ta�wo sec- I
t'�Qns• _may, upon en days ritten notice to the town superin-
tendent of the town in which such lands are situated apply to
the suprQme�ourt '�r o the county court of the county within
which such lands are situated fo` r�appointment of commis-
sioners of a praisal to estimatie and detexmine such� s and
damage, whereupon the court shall appoint tihxPQ disinterQst�d
comm� oners of appraisal to estimate and determine sut�i� dam-
age, and the amount of compensation to be paid b said town
therefor; who shall make their r�ort thereupon to such court,
and which re�pori when finaIly confirmed shall be,�'Ln_al and con-
clusi�e in respect ihereio, and the le a�lity and� e,s�ul�y o� any and
all such claims shall be determined by such commi�i_oners of ap-
praisal and by the court upon the hearin� �f f:hP;r renort. Any
loss or dama e so estimated and de�ezmined shall be pa�_d b�said
town as in case of j udgment.
L.1936, c. 63. � .
Iifstorical ilote
nerlvatlan. Fiighwny %��� of 1909, E3igh«uy I.ii��• of 1!}Q$, t. 33p, §
e. 30, $ 238, nmended L.1:12T, c. 88, � 238: 1..78!�a, c. 4(��. $� �, 2.
35.
Librury RaYeranaes
Em[�e�it Domnin cc�ioofa? ct se�. C..1.5. I:n�inent I}o�nnin § 12{f.
Notes of Deoisians
Depreclatlan ot property 1
� . Private easements 2
f, pepreolatlon of property
Mere Y�1ct thnt n df�continuance or
rncution of a street results i�i a de-
prccifltion oY �•alne oP property of
oti�•nei• of land ]}orderiufi nn street
conseqnent to u diversion of truvel
ana ad�leci inconvenience oP necess
does not oE Itsclf cot�.stitnte �;uch spe-
cinl injuey �ts ent[tled him to Qai�n-
ages. Smlth �•. Gnglinrdi, 1953, 1'.
iTise.2c1 1006, 148 N.Y.S2d 758, nY-
f[rmoct ? A.b2cl G!38, 1:i3 \.Y.S.2�1
>��.
2. Prlvate easements
The right to recover depends upon
►vl�et]►er ��ny ensement l��s heen ex-
tin u s e, eit er pn c or pr vnte,
nnc �rres��ec ive oY s or g n, nn lm-
�iortrint considerittion bcing, not the
ci�su•actcr af :s street, road, ur thor-
oi��hfrirc, bnt �ti•hether cl�in� It im-
p•ti oi• extinfiuiFhes nny rivnte
e��n�nts thereii� �tnd the fucts thst
tl�� e�isements mny� n n ublic
�[ti�ret, or In u street ne�•er opened or
1�oth dedtcuted und nccepted, but used
�
Dept. 19871 126 A.E}.2d C�.il, b10 N.].S2d
899.
III. QUALIFIED ABANDOPlMENT
83. Notice
Hallenbeck v. State, 196g, [main vo]-'
urrse] b9 Misc.2d 475, 299 N.Y.S2d 329.
85. Maintenance--Generally
Teatimony of current and former tawn
ofiiciale that Wwn, had not maintained
drive extension since 1959 eatablisheci
abandonment of town highway, Cham-
her]ain v. Tow�s of Portvil3e (4 pept,.1991) �
177 AD.2d gg6, 578 I3.Y.S.2d 71, ]ear•e to
appeal denied 80 N.Y.2d 752, 587 N.Y.S2d-
9Q4, G00 N.E.2d 631.
Du,iy to mainiain a town road is.a con-
tinuinB dvty unless the rosd is abandoned
for nos�user for six ye�rs and a consent to
abandorunent fileci by � the towif boa�.d
CopeIan �. ,�rrhibald, I�80; 105 Miac.2d
92i1. 429 N.Y.$.2d 101b. '
§ 205--a. SeasonaI liinited use highway ;,
�• � Bridgea �
Under a qyalified abandonment of a
highway, a tou� siill has an obligation to
maintain a bridge if it had a span nf rnore
than twenty feei 8ut Ies� than t�venty-fsve
feet since it would not be part of the
"highway" as de�ned in BeCY.j0I15 2 and
230. 1980, Op.rltty.C�en. 1D2,
There is no requirement of minitnum
w�eight capacity for a l�r'sdge that a town is
obLiged to rehuild or maintain under a
9v�ed abandonment, b�t in ��iew of aec-
tion 216, if the bridge is to be continued, it
may be prudent to pro��de anti maintain a
w��g��be�% �p�ity of at least eight
[ons; iss sny event the µ�eight capacity of
the hridge shauld he posted in, accotdance
w�th VehScEe and Traffic Law § 1G60.
1980, Op.Atty.Gen. 102, ,
Under a qu�ed abar:donmen�, if a
private ovmer desired to rebuild a.brid�e
wzth a epan of less thar, twenty feet, a
town would he o6E�ged to�-perrnit such
rebuilding. 1980, Op.Atty.Gen.102.
Notes of Decisions �
Generalfy 1 residential or commercial bui]ding's are oc-
I.ocal �aWe a cu ied and re uire access to the highway.
Yurpoae 2 p Q
Tenninution of li�nited use elatua , 3 ��.5�� �ampk 90-38.
�� � The requirernent in aubd. 2 of this sec_
tion. that a naj '
1. � .;GeneralIy
Where a residence ia built on a aeasonal
li�lted use highway, the seasona] atatue of
the 'hiSh�vaY terminates and'the town
muat. remove snow and ice �uring tlie
winter montha hut, may not" charge the
owner �of s,ich residence e�•apecia] essesa- �
menG for such service. Op.State CompG
78-8l8. : �
2. Purpoae ' �
One of the obvious pcu�poses of : thia
section is to ensure that oce�apied resi-
dences and commereia3 buiidin'gs have ac-
ceas to emergency vehic]es even when.the
awnere are not phyaieally present. Op.
State Compk 82-235.
3. Termination of limited uee atntas
The aeasonal limited use atatus ot a
�Sh'A'$Y ��Inates when one or more
,� , , .. . ' . ,. ,
seaso Lnuted.use tu�hway
be without occupied resider�ces or com-
'mercia] huildings dapendent .upon the
highway for a�cess, is a.conlin¢ing "re-
quirement, and when the requirement ia
nat satisfied the statue af the highway ns a
seasonal .Grnited use highway terminates,
and the town thereupon becomes obliga�
ed to reaume 'snow and ice remo�a! and
maintenance during t.he monthe of�Decem-
ber through March. Op.State Compt.
�235.
4. Locsllawa
A town may not enact a]oca] !aw pra
vitiing that frnnkage on seasonaf �limited
❑se highwaya e§tablfshed ander',Highway
Law § 206-a doea not consfatute frontage
for purpoaes of a town zonirig ordinance.
OpAtty.Gen. (InL) 87-66, .
�"Z�a-b. Qualified abandonment of certain town highways
� 1. Al�andonment of tou-n highways which .are access raads to state forest
preserve lands or lands now owned or hereafter acqUired by the state and held
tu�der the jurisc}.iction of the department of,environmental conservation shaf]
be qualifiedfy abandoned in the fallowing manner and shall have the following
effect:
�See m.ca'rn volume for a io f,• 2 a.nd 3j
(Aa amended L.19$5, c. 121, § 1.? •
Historical and Statutory 1!'otes
1985 Amendment, Subd. 1; opening protection, the production of timbpr and
par. L.198b, c. 121, § I, eff, Sept. 1, 1985, other forest products and for recreatian
de9eted "as reforestatiors areas for reforea- and kindred purposes" foUawing "ersviron-
tation and the entablishment and maint� mental conservation".
nance thereon of £oresta for u�atershed
267. Discaniint�ance of highway �
. _��
Notes of Decisions �
Restrictions on dieconlinuance 4-� .. which i� used by the gublic Tor access�to
' the lake, is ut.ilized for highway purposea
� and may not be diacontinued unless found
9. Restrictiona on. d�scontinuance • to be ❑nnecessary therefor. Op.State
Under this section a street or highw�ay Gomp� 82-195. ,
that leads directly io a navigable lake, and _
§ 211—a, Abandonment af certain town highways
,,. ,
Nates of Aecisions
Ceneraily : 1 �
i. Ceneraily
A pcsrtion of a town highway which is no
longer necessary may be discontin�ed or
abandoned. Op.State Compt� 78-677.
§ 212. Changing loration of hig;hways over certain lands owned
and occupied by the state
If a highway pa�ses c��er or through landa whoUy awned and occupied b,y
the state, the iocation of such portion of such highway as passes througli such
lands may be aftered and changed, or the same may be abandoned or ihe. use
thereof as a highway discontinued �zih the consent and approval of the sta[e
authority having jurisdiction or control over such lands by an order direrting
such change in location, abandonment or discontinuance. Sueh order shall
contain a description•of that portion" of the highway the location of whici� has
been changed, abandoned ar discontinued, and a deseription of the new
]ncation thereaf, if any, and shall be filed in the afflce of the state autho��ity
having contraI of such lands. � ,'
(As amended L.1988, c. I61. § 2J
Historical and Statutory Notes
1988 Amendmeni. L.19�R, c. 1G1, § 2,
etf. June 27, 1988, in sentence beginning
"if a highw�a}�' deEeted "by the commis-
eioner of transportation" following "over
such landa", and in sentence �3�glRRtRg
"6uch order sha]3" deleted "in the office of
the commissioner of transportation and"
fol�owing "shall be Filed".
.�
Hote 2
Place v. Hack, 1962, 34 Misc.2d 777, 230
N.X.S.2d 583.
3. Hearings
It is not necessary for a town board to
apprvve or reject a master plan adopted
� 27�. Offlcial map, changes
av�tla i.�;p
Art. 16
by a planning board or to hold public
hearings in connection with the master
plan. I980, Op.Atty.Gen. (Inf.) 224.
Such town board is authorized and empowered, whenever and as often as
it may deem it for the public interest, to change or add to the official map
oF the town so as to lay out new streets, highways, cirainage systems or
parks, or to widen or cIose existing streeis, highways, drainage systems or
parks withxn that part of the town outsida the limits oF any incorporated
city or village. At least ten days' notice of a public hearing on any
proposed action with reference to any such change in the official map shail
be published in a newspaper of general circulation in such town. Before
making any such addition or change, the town board shaIl refer the matter
to the planning board for report thereon, hut if the planning board shall
nat make its report within thirty days of'such reference, it shall forfeit the
right further to suspend action. Such additions and changes, when
adopted, shall become a part of the official map of the town, and shaII be
deemed to be final and conclusive with respeci to the Iocation of the streets,
highways, drainagc systems and parks shown thereon. The layout, widen-
ing or closing, or the approval of the layout, widening or closing, of streets,
highways, drainage systems or parks, by the town board, ar the town
superintendent oF highways, under provisions of law other than those
contained in this arifcle, shal� be deemed to be an addition or change of the
oHicial map, and shall he subject to aII ihe provisions of this article with
regard to such additions or changes.
(L.1932, c. 634; amended LI956, c. 486.)
' Hlstorlcal Note
Deri�ation. Town Law of 1409, c. 63,
§ 149 j, as added L,I927, c. I75.
Weat's McKinne}�s Forms
The foIlowing forms appear �n Loca] GoVernment fiorms under Town Law, § 273;
Notice of PubIic Hearing on Proposed Change in Official Map of Town, see Form 1.
Resolution Changing Official Map of Town, see Form 2,
Law Revfew Commentarles '
Platting, planning and protection—a summary oE subdivision statvtes. 33 N.Y.U.L.
Rev. I205 (1961}, �
Ltbrary References
Zoning and Planning �29.5, 132 et C.7.S. Zoning and iand Ptanning
seq., 245. §§ lZ to 28, 201.
348
Art. 16-- •---� -- - - Note 1
§ 2'74. Planntng 6oard, reports on matters referred to lt
The town board ma by gen 1 or s ecial rule provide for the r erence
of any matt" e�' r or c a of mattars, other than those referred to in section
two hun red se�enty-two o# this articIe, to the lan in board beFore the
final action thereon b th b d or officer of said town havin final
aut oritv thereon with or without the �rovisian that finaI action thereon
thereon, or as had a reasonable time to be fixed by the town board in said
e to submit the report.
The town board m��jby resoIution authorize and empower the planning
board to appro�e o7'�isapQrove (a) changes in the Iines of existing streets,
highwa'ys or public areas shown on subdivision plats or maps filed in the
county clerk's office in the county in which such town is located, {b) the
laying out, closing off or abandonment o reets, hi hwa r_�w1�Ii��eas
under the provisions �the town a��wa�laws, within that e
town outside the Iimits of an incorporated cit or viIIa e. Where the town
board authorized such planning oar to approve or disapprove sach
matters, 'nal acTion thereon by the body or officer of said town baving
finaI authority hereon shall no� be ta�ken until such pianning board has
had a reasonable time to sub thereon. Nothing contained in
this section s a e construed as Iimiting finaI action or t� authority riow
possessed by law of any body or officer of the said town. �
(L.1932, c. 634; amended L.1943, c. 626, § 2; L.1974, c. 788, § 3; L.1976, c. 272,
� io.)
Hlstorical Note
1976 Amendment. Subd. a. L.1976,
a 272, § 10, eff. on the 30th day after
June 3, 147b, repealed sa6d. a, which
related to an exception pertaining to
Westchester County wherein the plan-
ning board had the authority of final
action on the approval oF site plans and
restrictions imposed in reIation thereto.
Derlvatlon. Town Law af 1909, c. b3,
§ 149–j, as added L.1927, c. 175.
�
Savinga Provlslons. L.1976, c. 272,
g 10, eff. on the 34th ciay after Jane 3,
1976, pro�ided in part: "that such repeal
[of subdivisian a oE this sectianl shall
not impair the continued validity, after
the effective date hereof, of any action
taken prior to such date pursuant to the
authority provided by said subdivision:'
Library References
Zoning and Planning �133, 351, 353.
C.J.S. Zoning and Land Planning
§§ 10 to 16, 97, 177 to I85.
iaw governing 1
11Tecessity of report 3
1liotes oF Declsions
Reference to boazd �
1. I.aw governing
Application for site plan approval was
governed by this section pertaining to
349
plan adopted pursuanC ta 5 272-a must examine the implementation and
utilization of these devices if a town intends to implement such schemes.
It is important to emphasize that § 272-a does not require that any
community adopt a cvmprehensive plan purs�ant Co § 272=a or that a
community's e�sting �compretsensive plan, that is;' one predating the 1990
amendment to § 272-a, must be amended prior to adnption of a zoning
amendmer�t inconsistent with its exisiing comprehensive plan. The revised
statute con�rms the legislatian's intent to encourage the preparation and
adoption of comprehenaive plans, bvt not to mandate such a reqvirement:
Consegvently, a town may continue to operate under the �aqaries of the
existing�case law. However, once a torvn adopts a cornprehensive pEan
pursuant to § 272-a, the revised statutory scheme applies and consistency
with its comprehensive plan is required. :��
REGIONA,I� HOUS[NG PIEED5 � .. •
An zdditional aspect of the consideY�ations required iri a comprehensioe
plan.is the judicially impnsed requirement tt�at a eommunity consider the
future hausing neads of the region. See Berensan v. To2ini of New Castle,
38 'N_Y'2d 102, 378 I�.X.S2d 672, 341 I�.E.2d 23G (1975). Although few�
exc3usionary zoning' dec"ssions have been decided in New Yark, it is clear
that a.community possesses an obligation in the preparalion oC its compre-,
hensive plan to provide a proper3y and well-ordered plan for the cQsnmuni-
ty, thak is, it must provide for the present and future housisig needs oT a
town's residents. Secondly, it must examine whether'a housing de}"iciency
exists in the "regian" and, if so, must pravide far the , possibility of
construction oC such units. � '
,� � . ;
� Legislative Histories'
L1997, c:.438: For Legislative, Executive or Judicia] melrsarandum relating to this ]
see khe .Table of Contenta in McKinney's 1997 Session . Laws of New . Y
� � Law Review and Journal Commentaries '
Zoning and.land use. Terry Rice, 46 Syracuse L.Rev. 9a1 (i99�).
Nntes af Decisions' � ' � �
Amendments to plan 4
Construction with federal �awa 'k
Due pracess eansiderations la
Law governing �Y�
'k. Canstruction wiih federal lavvs `
1'utative real, estate developer failed to
establish that rezoning which changed
density �equuemen[s . in area of tawn
containing proposed development project
violated Fair. Housing Act; . putative de-
veloper made no allegation concerning
community harm or ad�erse impact upon
parfacular minority group, and khere was
na evide�tiary suppart far its conclusion .
that ita proposal to construck condomini-
vm homes, which would begin at a price
of $1fl9,OQU, . would really constitute af-
fordahle �housing for economicaliy disad-
vantaged minorities. Orange Lake Asso-
ciates, .:Inc.. v. Kir�Cpatrick, C.A.2
f►�f,Y11494:21 F.3ri 1914
�. Law gqverning
Town board; a legislat'sve body, could
supersede. New Yark sfatute pertaining to
lown planning board's preparing and
c�anging nf comprehensive plan for devel-
opment of entire'area af town; according-
ly, members of town `baard were acting in
their ]egislative capacity in adopting mas-
ter' zoning plan which changed density
requirements in area of town rontaining
plai�tifFs proposed development praject
and were entitled to legislati�e immunity
far their actians in connection with adop-
tion �of that plan. Orange Lake �Associ-
atea, Jnc. v. Kirkpatrick, CA.2 {N.X.)1999,
21 F.3d 22I4. � . . '
ti , ., '
la. Due proceas considerations .
Any delay by town'6aard in granting
eonditional approva) to putative real estate
developer's project, which approval would
have excepted developer from cnmplying
with recently enacted' rezoning, did not
vinlate putaCsve der•elopers due process
rights; mvch of deiay was acivally puta-
tive developer's ow�n delay in submiLting
application and responding to consultant's
tegitimate inq�iries concerning pians filed,
no efinrt was made by putative develaper
to seek available judicial review ander
state ]aw, putative de�eIaper tlid not ex-
haust availa�le remedies, and there was
nuttsing to indic3te that any of claimed
procedural defects affected putative �devel-
uper'a rights or ultimate decisioRs aT town
board or planning board 'sn any way.
Orange Lake Assaciates, Inc. v. Kirkpai-
rick, C.A2 (N.Y.)1994, 21 F.3d 1214.
� __ »_
[§ 274. epeale . I:1992, c. 65
' � Historical an
5ectian, added G.I932, c. G34; �amended
I,.1943, c. 626, §'l; L.1574, c. 7f38, � 3;
L.1576, c. 272, § 10, related to planning
•1. Amendments to plan
Evidence was svfficient to eslablish that
continued zoning of fandowmer's praperty
as residential zone was in accordance with
town's comprehensive plan, despite evi-
dence that town had made 7D ad hoc
changes La area of master plan containing
landowner's property; development of
area surrounding ]andowner's property re-
flected town's originai intentio�� Lo keep
one side af road cornmercialty deve6uped
while keeping other side residentiaE.
Tilles Inv. Ca. v: Tawn of Hunlington,
1989, 74 N.Y.2d 88�, �47 N.Y.S2d $3a, �97
[V.E2d 90.
3, § 1, eff. .luly'1, 1993]
r
d Statutory Notes
t�osrda and re orts on ma�te - eferred to
them, and i now eavered hy 9 271.
Notes of Decisions
2. Reference to board " �
� Necessa�i-y referral of proposed rezoning
for' malt pro—' jec[ was �apprapriately mai�e to
tmnm pianning board through notice of
compietion af draft en�ironmentaD impact
statement, which scheduled p.�, ' h�aring
to consider project; .moreo�er,. when no
re�,ort was received liy town ' ard froin
iowm planning baard� u�thin 4��days of
referral,` ttiwn wss authorized to act on
rezoning: fioldraker v. Mazzdia (4 Dept.
1988) l36 A.D2d 928, 524 N.Y.S2d 911.
3. Necessity of report
Paliotto v. 'Fowm of lslip, t962, 31
Misc.2d 947, 224 N.Y.5.2d 4G6, [main val-
ume] reversed on oCher grot�nds'22 A.D2d
930, 236 N.Y.S.'ld �8, appeai dismissed 16
N.Y.2d 489, 264 N.Y.S?d 1026, 211' N.E2d
604, mn[ion dismissed 16� N.Y:2d 871, 264
N:X.S2d 108; 211 N.E2d a27. �
....' � ,' S' .
§ 274-a. Site plan review � ,
1. { Definition of site plan. ,,As used in this section the term "site plan" s}iall
mear� a rendering, drawing, qr sketc� prepaz�ed to specifications and contain-
ing necessary elements, as set forth in tE�e appjicable zoning ordinance or local
Eaw, which shows ihe arrai�gement, layout and c�esign of the propased. use of a
single paxcel of janii as�shown on said plan. Plats,showing 1ots, blocks ar sites
which are subject to review pursuant to sutho'ri�y provided�for the review of
subdivis'sons uncier section�two hundred•seventy-six of this article shall contin-
ue to be subjecL to saeh review: and shall not be subject to review as site plans
under this sectian: ' � •. . � �
2. Approval of site plans. (a) The town board may, as part oY a zoning
ordinance or locai 3aw adogted pursuant to this article or other enabling ]aw,
authorize the planning baarci or such other administrative body that it shall so
designate, to. review and approve, appro�e with modi�catibns or disapprove
site plans prepared• to speci�icatians set forth in .the ordinance or local ]aw
and/or in regulations of such authorized, board. Site plans shali shaw .the
arrangemeni;.3ayout and desigri of the proposed use �of:the ]and on �said plan..
The ordinance or �oca! law shall specify the land .uses that require site plan
approval and the elemenks to be included on .plans su6rnitted for appraval.
The required site plan elements which are inciuded in the zoning ordinance or�
local Iaw tnay include, where appropriate, those related to park'sng, means of
access, screening, signs, �andscaping, architectural features, location and di-
� 26y
Historlcal 11Tote
Derivatton. Town Law of 1409, c. 63,
§ 141�, subd. 18-h and § 349-w. Said
subd. 18-h was added L.1426, c. 715.
TOWI�I LAW ZO1�II�IG AND PLA11i1�iING
Art. 16 : Art. 16
, § 2'l0. Offictal map, establishment
Said section 349-w was added L.I926, c.
714, § I.
Library References
Zoning and Planning C�14.
C.7,S. Zoning and iand Planning § I I.
Notes of Decislona
Complfance wlih state requtrements 3
Compllance wlth town reqnirements 4
Le�slati�e restrict3ons upon town 2
Supersedure of art[cle, generally 1
1. S�spersedure of artfcle, generally
This article can be superseded by Iocal
law. Sherman �. Frazier, I9$2, 82
A.D.2d 40I, 4a6 N.Y.S.2d 372.
2. Leglslative restrict[ons upon town
Notwitnstanding Municipal Home
Rule Law § 10 and Statute oE Local
Go�ernments, power of town to� adopt
and enforce zoning laws are still subject
to existing legislative limitations.
Friendly Hillside Motel, Inc. v. Town oE
Brunswick, 1973, 74 Misc.2d 1001, 347
PI.Y.S.2d 112.
3. Compllance with state reqWre-
mente
McKinne�s Unconsol.Laws § 804av
[now Racing, Pari-Mutvel Wagering and
Breeding Law § 428] deaIing with su-
premacy of state regulation of horse rac-
Township zoning ordinance was not
applicable to construction and tocation
of quarter horse race track at which
pari-mutuel hetting would be conducted,
in view oF state's preamption of regula-
tion of such tracks. Town of Brookha-
ven v. Suffolk Meadows Quarter Horse
Racing Ass'n, inc., 1973, 76 14iisc.2d I75,
350 N.Y.S.2d 525.
5ubdivision 7 of section 64 of the Alco-
hoI9c Beverage Control Law providing
that no on-sale ]iquor license should be
granted to any premises within 200 feet
of school, is exclusive and state-wide,
and therefore a town zoning ord3nance
prohibiting operation of an on-sale li-
quor estabIishment within one-half mile
of a school was void. Grundman v.
Town of Brightan, 1955, 1 Misc.2d 860,
150 N.Y.S.2d 326.
Town zoning ordinances do not apply
to the construction and location of a
quarter horse race track under the juris-
diction of the New York State Raciag
and Wagering Board. 1973, Op.Atty.
Gen. 30. See, also, 1957, Op.Atty.Gen.
259.
ing did not prohibit all local reguIation 4. Compliance witf� town require-
oF racetrack; town wuld enforce its flea men#s
mazket requirement against those con- g�Qn if septic system for proposed
ducting a flea market on racetrack apartment development should 6e
grounds. People v. Winner's Circle Flea deemed to have met county and state
Market, Tne., 1979, 102 Misc.2d 355, 423 requirements, such would not abrogate
N.Y.5.2d 428. the need For compIiance with more strin-
Party which had obtained license for 8ent town requirements. Walsh v. Spa-
operation of quarter horse racetrack was daccia, 1973, 73 Misc.2d 866, 343 I�T.Y.
not required to comply with lacal town S.2d 45.
requirements reIating to obtaining build- Under this section, public hearing no-
ing permits and certificate of occupancy tice provisions of town zening ordinance
since statutes authorizing creation of adnpted pursuant to Laws of 1922, c.
racetracks preempted local zoning law. 322, or Laws of 1926, cc. 714 or 715,
Town of Brookhaven v, Parr Co. of Suf- govern over corresponding provisions of
Eolk, Inc., 1973, 76 Misc.2d 378, 350 IS.Y. section 264. 9 Op.State Compt. 231,
S.2d 529. 1953�
338
The town board may estabIish an official map of that part of the town
outside the iimits of any incorporated city or village showing the streets,
highways and parks theretofore iaid out, adopted and established by law
and drainage systems may also be shown on such xnap. Such map shalI be
final and conclusive with respect to the location and width oF streets and
highways, drainage systems and the tocation oE parks shown thereon.
Such official mag is hereby declared to be establisheci to conserve and
protect the public health, saEety and general welfare. The clerk of every
town which has established such an oEficial map shaIl immediately Eile a
certificate of that fact with the clerk or registrar of the county in which said
town is located.
{�„1932, c. 634; amended L.1956, c. 486.) •
HlstorlcaI Note
Derivatlon. Town Law of 1909, c. 63,
§ 149-g, as added L.1927, c. 175.
West's McKinney's Forn�s �
The foilowing form appears in Local Government Forms under Town Law, � 270:
Resoiution Establishing Official Map of Town, see Form 1.
Library References
Zoning and Planning �29.5, 132, 137, C'gg'12 to 28g 101 d Land Planning
245.
l�iotes of Decisions
Conclusiveness oE official :nap Z 2. Concluslveness of oFfletal map
Fiiing of map 1 When there is a conflict between the
officia! map of a county and the oEficial
i. �iliag of map map of a town with respect to the right-
Maps did not have to be signed by of-way of a county highway, it is the
registered prafessional engineer for fil- county map which governs. Op.State
� ing under former section 149-g of the Compt. 79-702.
Town Law of 1909 [this sectionj. Op.
Atty.Gen., 1932, 45 St.Dept. 545.
271. Planning board, creatian and appointment
1. The town board of each town is hereby authori d em owered to
appoint a p amm�g board of five members or seven members in the
discretion o t e oard, and shal! have authority to remove any member oF
such planning board Enr cause and after public hearing. The town board
may ajso provide for compensation to he paid to the members of the
planning board. Of the members first appointed to a pianning board
consisting of fiva members, one shall holci office Eor the term of one year,
one for the term of two years, one for the term oE three years, one for the
339
Art. 16 � 1#ri. E6 nnce y
term of for�r years and one for the term oF five years, from and after his
appointznent. Their successors shall be appointed for a ierm of five years
from and after the expiration of the terms of their predecessors in office.
Of the members first appo[nted to a newly created planning baard consist-
ing of seven mernbers, arze shall hold office for the term of ane year, one
for the term of two years, one for the term of three years, one for the terrn
oE four years, one for the term of five years, one for the term of six years
and one for the term of seven years aiter his appointment. Where the
membership of an existing planning boara is increased as aut��orized by the
provisions of this section as amended, one of the new members shall be
appointed for a term of' six years and the other for a term oF seven years,
such terms to commence on the same ca]endar day of the year as the
origina] appointments aad thereafter upon tf�e expiration of the term of
each member, his reappointment or the appointment of his successor sha[1
be for a term oF seven years. Tf a vacancy shall occt�r othenvise than by
expiration of term, it shall be fil]ed by the town board by appointment for
the �nexpired term.
2. Notwithstanding any incnnsistent provision of this chapter or of any
general, specia! or Iocal law, the town board in any town in which a
planning board has heretofore been or may hereafter be created may, if at
]east Cwenty per cent of the area of such town is aevotecE to agricul#ura[
pursuits, appoint an additiona! member to such planning board, for a terzn
of fi�e years from and after his appointment. If the town baard deter-
mines to appoint such additional member, he shall be a person who deri�es
more than one-half of f�is an;nuaI incame from agricvltura� pursuits. As
used in this subdivision, the term "agricultural pursuits" means the grow-
ing, producing, processing or sel�ing of ihe products of agriculture.
3. Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision one oF this section in
the town �f Greenburgh, Westchester coun#y, the terrri of office of a
member oE the planning board shall he Five years. Members on such board
at the time this act shall take effect sha�l fill out the terrr� to which they
sha]! have been appointed but their suceessors shall be appointed Ear a five
year term only.
(L.1932, c. 634; amended L.14qf, c. h04; L.1949, c. 57; L.1957, c. 530; L.19G3, c. 230,
§ �; L.1975, c. 740, § 1.)
Hiatorlcal 11Tnte
1975 Amendment. 5ubd. 3. L.1975, Derivatlon. Town Law of 1909, c, fi3,
c. 740, � 1, eFf. Au6. 9, 1975, added su6d. § 149-h, as added L.1927, c. 175.
3.
Cross ReFerences
Village planning boxrd, see Village Law § 7-718 et seq.
Law Review Commeniarlea
ConErol oF Iand subdivision by municipal planning boards. 44 Cornell L.Q. 258
(1955).
Land ❑se planning, a symposium. 29 Fordham L.Rev. 635 (1961).
340
Legal and econon�ic basis for municipal planning. A. Dunl�am. SS Columbia L.Rev.
650 (t956).
LegaE measures for removal of sium areas. M. Hershman. I4 Recosd 134 (1959}.
Nonresidential t�rba❑ renewal in Rie�v Yprk. G.G. Waite. ]0 Buffalo L.Rev. 265
(1961).
Platti�g, planning aad protcction—a summary of subdivision statutes. 33 I�I.Y.U.L.
Rev. 1z05 (19b1).
Library ReFcrences
Zoning and Planning a351, 352.
GJ.S. Zoning and Land Plann'sng
§§ 97, 177 to 185.
lliotes oF Decisions
Abalition of board 19
Administralive revtew i5
AppointmenE of inembers
Generally 3
Compatiblllty of afflces 4
Term af oEfice 5
Chalrperson, removal 17
CompatlMllty of afiices, appointme�t
of ine�nbers 4
Compensation of inembers B
Confllcts oF lnterest 9
Construction wtth ather laws 1
DeIegation oF board powers 1 l
Distretion of board 12
Establishment of bourd 2
Mlnutes oF bnard meetings 14
TIumber of inembers
Generally 6
Reductlan [n namber 7
Powers oF board
GeneralEy 10
Delegallon of baard powers l l
�Iscretion of board l2
ReappoEntment after removal 18
Reduciion i❑ number nf inembers 7
I�emoval of rnetnbers
Generally 16
Ghalrperson f7
Reagpointment 18
'�'erm of oFf[ce of rnembers 5
Votlag 13
L Co�istrucUon with other laws
Schufz, 195b, 1 Misc.2d 1063, 149 N.Y
S.2d 646.
2. Establlshment of board
Town's failure to appoint planning
board did no[ invalidate zoning ordi-
nances or amendments thereta, in view
of this section authorizing, but not re-
quiring, estahlishment af plann'sng
board. Place v, Hack, 1962, 34 Misc.2d
777, 230 PI.Y.S.2d 583.
A town may ado�t a 6uilding code, a
zoning ardinance ar establisF� a plannin�
board, sfngularly or each in any combi-
na[ion with the other. I1 Op.Sta�e
CompL 8, 1955.
3. AppvintmenE of inembers—Gener-
alIy
The Town Board of the town of Cort-
[andt was authorized to appoint a new
chairman oE the town planning board at
a regular session of the town board held
in �anuary of i975. 1975, Op.Atty.Gen.
(]nf.) 157.
An appoinement to a newly created
town office may not 6e made retroac-
tive. 26 Op.State Compt. 63, L970.
A resident of a viIlage may serve on
the planning 6aard of a town in which
the �illage is situate. Z4 Op.State Compt.
778, 195$.
A town baard may not appoint "alier-
nate members" io the town planning
Section 27 providing th�t the tow❑ board to ser�e when regular mei�ibers
board shall fix the salaries of oEficers are unable to attend certain mectiilgs.
and employees is not repealed, either 17 Op.5tate Compt. 268, l961.
expressly or 6y impli�ation by this sec-
t'son authorizing a town board to create a
planning board and imposi�g certain
powers and duties upon it. Petition of
341
4. — CompatibilEty of oFffces
One person may hold simu�taneously
the two offices of curporation counsel oF
lYl1:1111�1�u.1 +�
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s.Chapters 1,�3; 5 to 9,'11 to,49, 51,,,52, 59.to 76,,?9 to .124,
�� 1•2b to'15Q, 152 to' ].67�; 169, 1�71 to 200; 202 to 212, 214;
'� 216 to 218, 220, 222 to 279, 281 to 354, 356 to 371, 373
to 380, 382 to 424, 426 to 546, 548 to 561, 563 to �
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Includes Comtnentaries by Terry Rice
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ducting junkyard business on their prop-
exty; ��town failed to �establish•that.prop-
erty;.was. not••,used. as junkyard .when
towri "zoning ordinance 6ecame effective,
or. that preexisting •nonconforming use of
� premises:had been abandoned. � Town af
3outha�npton• v. Sendlewski'- (2 T3ept�
1989) .1�6 �AD2d 689; � a49 N.Y.S.2d 434:
� •'':`Eyeri `if prpperty owners'�.appeal "from
• i9sa�nce of•i;�juriction''restraining, owners
frbm'fviolating 'viIlage zo'ning •oidinance'
ari'd': �irecting: thetn to reduce nutriber of •
.� d'welliri'g''units in� their building from fve
to'Ew� viras"riot rendered maot,`issuance' of �
` � injuriction� would'be affirmed; unconkra
- �' verted:proaf:demonstrated that prior non-
, conforming use'oF owners' building�had.
been altered-and�expanded �in�violation'of ,
otdinance: �� Crady v. Newcoinb � (4 � �Dept;
198H) 1�12 ?A:D2d 940,� o30''N.Y.S2d 36,�:
- ''�Town 'substantially,.'compjied "with�•law
� , 'requiring'�Commencefrient of actioii�to•en-
joiti°'defendants �f;am 'conducting "painE
�6a1I'paines" be'autHarizec� by resolption of
town' boa,r,d, "wherr tnrvn � �tioard member's
authorized'commencement t�P action`over
f.eIeplione�' ��and" fvrmal "=resalution� �rvas
. adopted ;ratifyirig decision 'to commerice
spit foi�r'd'ays;tater at monthly towri bQard
ti��eetu�g,;'where �unde� circumstances of
case; it'was necessary for town t'o'move'as
• quickly�, as''p'vssib]e in seeki "ng ir�juiictive
relief a's'd'efendants' �rand opening was to
take'pifa�ce'ivithiri a�week arid potential.for
• i�f uiy was.• 'great: , �`Towii 'of Bloamirig
Grpve v '$16oming Farms'Joint'Veriture ,
��:� DBpC `;18$7} : I28 A:b2d 772 � 513 .
. NY.8.2d�?a"�: •,' . . . . . , . .
. 12i::! ..—,�Petsona.entitied,to�apgly,•for
. .,y, � i t. •
to demonstrate diminution of value of f
property as� result of , alleged �continuu
violation. • Beaudin v.' Town ot Aiexandi
P]anning..Bd. {4 •Dept. ]996)•2i3 A.Da
8Ei,i, 649 N.Y.S2d 278. :�. . , : • ,
Record supported determ�nat�on� th
defendants illegally expanded operatiion�
apeedway;• a preexisting 'nanconformi�
uae, wh'en � t}i�y:' expanded � on�' to `certa
other properti�s� and � chartgetl � cliaract�f�s
�vehicles 'raced' at;' speedway'�to � inclui
atock cars, a�id; accordingty; plaintiffa`we'
eatitled to permanent,�injuaction�prohibi
ing that expansion; however, scope' of�i
junction had to tie�modEfied,�o permit'd
fendanta'to use property�in same rrianri�
and � xo same' 'extent � thaE� it' was used �1
tiine`of�effective date of town's ordinaric
Smiih`y: Palone�{4',�Dept. 199fi) 226'•A:b;
1Qa�, 642 N.X:8,2d'119.•^:'� ' .`���• . , .�,;;t
�' Wher'e.coritractor� �iolated toWn zonir
ordinan"ce, plaintiffs'who �catnme�ced �fa
pa'yer's actioii, afCer'town refused'to�ta}
eriforceme'nt'attion, were'entitled.'to^pr
liminary ir�}unetion.and were ridti4�equu�
to meet.three-prang;test generally apg7
cable'-to� requests� for i�junctive;��retiE
Eggert v. LeFever •(4 Dept 1995}=; Z;
A.D2d 1093, 63� N.Y.S2d 8:i7. . `•'
� ��Alt3ioug6 town'ha8�n'o abligation on'i
a�plication for'preliminary, iqjunctive'r
l�ef'seekin� to."enforce iis zoniri�`ordinanc
to �eet,three-�
plicahle,.,to sUch
less required to
.. �..t�unc ion . ,: ,. _ . .�• . •: �,:., .•..•i,.....b.. �..,Y,
<:1?iversion•'of.'.business, � from• pharmacy town, , it,',Yi.ad 'its'
• operated �in �shopping center, located� in ` and,: therefor; wa
commer�ally;zoned�.area, and�•rented�on. and'was not;pro
basis�of�percentage of buainess volume to actian",to.e�join
, pharrriacy; operated in professional medical ardson,v. Kenvill�
.� ; 6ui�ding�and:la:cated in zoning district,per- � N.Y.5.2d 961;
'tt' - ' i ' 2 d'
request, i6;'was no�
orrme forward with`s
ing, that defendants
:e,� '�own of`Oyste�
Dep�' 1989). 154'�!
2.1 � . .� .}i F3>.
�ratiuri; was; taxpay
not "re�ident" of.'Cow�j
r � P?rtY. in `'taicgay'et�s
ning'viotai.itiiis. "�hep=
199� �,67:�'Iisc.2d' 247,-.
- .. � .: �:1. _ ,,;, ;
m� ing .pro essiona me ical offices � bttt lq. ���minal .nature of �iolatiori� �•� ;'
• excluding commercial businesses such � as .:���� action'• seeking�'iqjunctiv relief
•.'rPng see andslessor ncsh pp ng enter , again"st •�arakyard:'�tihar��a22e�'eiity�Sio'lated
atanding;t,o sue to er�oin the violation of zoning'ordinan�e`was•not•an:election'�that
X:he:zoriing,ardinahce. � Cord Meyer Devel- ,.barred' it' fiom bringing "•crimiiia] �zoning
. opment. Co.•v: Bell Bay Drugs,-Inc.,.�967,.; �violation°'proceedirig: ��Town�'of 5outhamp=
. 2�IiN.Y2d 211,'282 N.Y.S2d 239,�22g ton:•+i;'Sendlewski�(2 Dept.'•'1989}=�1q6
N.E.2d� 44, reargument denied 20. N.Y,2d '°'�D2d 669;:049 N.YrS.2�1434::'- •��: "�'� '•��
970� 286 N,Y.S2d .1U27, 233 N.E2d..863,. I6.�� �Damages ,- �:�„� t .� ,�.
Ne�ghbdring landowner.was not entitled Individaal wi►o- brooght�`,taxgaye�'s.•ac=
, to ir�junetion Lo preverit alleged contin�ing tion" to • e�join •zoning .'violations,was .not
."vialation'oEconditions of site plan approval presumptively aggrieved.6yC�]leged'zonidg
by tievelopers.of marine sales and service "violatione, even,though indixidual.,w�s,Dnly
fa�ility; since•neighboring ]andowner failed 804 feet from property•which;w3s s�bject
1QA '
', �O;IiE{gation and, therefore, was required .. •:Was.;�jocate�l on appoaite branch of �X-
�; to plead special damages in arder to maih- shaped lake. .$hepardson v. Kenville,
:,tain action, where individual's � property� 199a, 167 Misc�d 247, 634 N.Y.S2d 961.
��it�J�;: •. . . . . .. • . � . .. ,., .. . . _
,� .:n�^ . .. . .. . •.. '.�. ., .., s :�i„ � . . 'i.....
��,�Z69.;;. Conflict wiEh other lavus: �. � ..� . . .J
; i'.� ±Wherev� 'r tlie 'iegulati�ons•'mad`e 'undLr,'authonty' of'this article ��"equire "a
��ieate',r"width'o�,aize of.'yards' or'courts,�or'reqiiire a'lowe'r:heig�ht of'building
°� P.,Ie9's numberibf'stori�s, �o'r require°^a''greater percentage ;of lot'to be�;'letit
aoccnpied;; or `impose oiher higher� s�aiidarc�s��than� are required' in any-other
��, �
,.s tu�'or'Zocal law; ordinarice�or•regulation;•ttig provi,sions; o�' tti.e regul�tio'ns
��,("n'�de urider'au�hority:of this`a'rticle''shall'�goyei�ii.2'Whenever=the pro�is�oris''of
;'�ny�bttier'sta�ute�or local l�w;'ordinance'o'r�'r�gulation reqiur,e �a greater width
"oi's�ze�of yards �or coux�ts, or�require a'Iower height of buildiiig'o'r �a=less
;�iimber; of stories�, orsrequire: a� greater.:percentage. of�lot ta b�e� left unoacupied, ,.
;�;r;�impo�e �other higher� standards,. thani,ar`e� required.by the°regulat�ons made
�'�inder_':authority� of ,this=�.ar�icle,��the:�provisions�of.� such;statute, ar��local �law;
�ord�nance;or.�regulataon shall,governJ : .•"; :� .� ; :;;�: ,., :�, ';;. . . •-, .� ,` ...
,. � ,
��jttn �ov�±ns°w}ie're� tiie''town boaTds li�v�'already adopted a•�oh�ng ordinance ar'.
,� local � law; •ptirsu�nt� �, tlie `proinsibna�'�f �chapter� th'r:ee liundred � twenty=two of
the laws"of:mneteen hundred��twerity=tWo,�or;chapter seven�hundred fourte'en
' or; cfiapter�s�ven' hundrecl�•%fteen�.of'tlie lar�§' of �nineteen hutidred' twenty-six;
such°Iiqard§�'shall�nati be�required�to�adopt �•'new ordiriance'�or�locaI'�law,`and
� a11' aciiona','taken and �proceedirigs �had by�-such�•town � boards �ana boards =of
;�appeal under'th'e. pro�isions of said chapter, are hereby ratified and confuzned:
��All`neees'saiy. ex�ien'ses in�ar`red by any: siicli` b�oard in corinection with tlie
•adoption and�enforcement o��the"zoriing'ordinarice.o'r 7ocal law�shall`be a town
�C�lal'g8..�� ,, ,'' . ...1.. .� ,. ��: . ...'1�, . ,�:I�. .�. .. , . � .
r�(I5:17932�;�c: 634;� `ameride� L':19o0, c: 663; 'L.1997;'c: 408,� §' 20, eff. Ju�y I,1998.)� ''
�:7I11. ��:=tili!L�i:i ,'f1.::7ti1:"�i�lYi �'l . :�iF . . � t. . � � :! -.. • .
;�� ...:'• _.,_ . .�HietoricaT:arid•S#�atuta � Notes';�.;� . , • • . . . '
i7'; .
199?�,egislatirin ''�"' '' s` ��� amending the�general muriicipal law�rela�� �
.� L'r1997, c� '458,' �'40=pro�ndes :tha�`the' �� ing Eo'tount`y`planning�t{oards;arid region=
-act=sehall=take�effect�on•the�sarrm�`date as?,•:alplanning°councils: " •�' -- • '
`�_1997,;:c. ,Aal'1s.[effective • ,J,uly..1�,�1998] .•,•.;.. , . - . .. , . . . . .� ,
tL' :7r5i;51�:;s: ..} 3 � {; i?. yi :. r+l';' :• ,cr , .. „ . . . . . �.
i: ,. ,, ;�:,,...�•��; .,;� ;:Legielatiye'•Histories _:i.. .. . .. . . . ; �
L:E997;rc.�9a8: `�ar'Legislative; Ezecutive or.�Judicial memorandu� relating to this lar�;�
�' see t�e 'Table of Contents in • McKinney'd 1597 Session � L'aws ��of�• New•'�York:
1 i:.. �.. t.s�!'i'.'.',, . � JI,� . i�:� .�ii.t:' :<:: i•. :.� . :4i. t;� . . , F .
�n':::, ;� :,cin�.. .,i-i , a ��Notes .of.Decisions ' _ . . . � .
3`�Compliaiice�w�th�sfate'requireinents rN`.Y.S2d�b29,;[iiiain'voluine] modified•on
''{i'o�n`of BroolihavenvrPaiT'Co of Suf-' °'•`'vther' grounds 47 A.D2d'�' a�4, `363
folk; � Ihc.; '1973;� 76�" Mi'sa;Zd �'378; • 350 z�`' N.Y.S 2d •690: . ��.•� . ' ' . . .. � .
nyt . ��:r .. . '�i �',• f;, ,�.r .t�.. . , . . . S • ,,. _ .
.I , .��.l. !. � ' .� �.'.'�'..' f..:`'." ':y�. .IG I�li... :e •..� .�l�il•� �'- .a . '.4 i . '� .r
; 271:;��;�Planning boari�;,�xea�ion,�:appointmen� ,.��:• , �. , . .,. .
,.1, [Eff. uniil July 1, I998. ,See, also, subd..1 below] Authorization: '�T}ie
town baard of each town is�hereby authorized�by.-lacal law, to;crea �a la�nnin,g
board consisting of. five:or seyen membera and.shalI,,by resolutinn, ap-- � paint�the
�ers of sach �oard�anci;designate;the�chairpexson thereof. In the.absence
of.,a chairperson,.ihe�planning�,board;�may•;d'ssignate�a member to serve as'
�chairpexsonR�:•,2'he�,tov�tn;:board+.may;��as;part•.pf:,the,local,law. creating-said
planning board,� prb,vide�for.�the`:compensation of�planning board�,members,�. in
making such:.appointments,::the town`� board.,may'•;require planning� board
�ea '
t►iembers'•to� complete training and�co�tiriuing education courses in accordance•
wiih'E�n� Iocal requirements,for the trainingof such�memb2rs.�� ''�� '' -
'��;'1. ��`[Eff.�July I, 1998. � See, also, subd: �1 �above.]���Authorization: ' The towri �
board of each town is hereby authorized by local Iaw or ordinance, to create a��
��planning b ard consisting of:five� or seven.members:and�-shaIl,�by resou on,
� ap , n the t�embsrs of.such boa;d.��d design�te the,chairperson. ther,eo% In
the, absence of:a chairpersozi t�e.,pl�nnin .�board;-may designate a member. to �
, se,r,+ie,,,as. cha�rperson., ..The to�wz�.rbaax�may, .as`,part;vf.�the, lpcal law, or
ai
o�d�iian�ce creatang said p�ann�ng ;;�oard, ,proyide for the 'compensation� a�'
plap�ung �pard members.; .$n Fna�lung,at�F� appointmg}��s, the.:torvn.boai�c},may
�:eqtu�,e: plan`ning _board; ��e'mb�rs�,to Fomplet�; training,. an�,,,contin�ting .,eduT ;
csat�om cours"e$ in accordanee wi�{�y[� any 1oeal, re uu�ements,for +,the, traming. of
4 + .11 J1r i . . "i .. Jf �.. . �- . .
suc�i me}pbers. . . .s. ,,, �,:: , ... .�}. ., _ .�, .,,�� 3 . .. . . _ . . ..�
� �2.:yrAppropriatibn far�planning:b.oard:<The,town:bQard is hereby authorized -
andEempowerec�_to �make':such.-appropr�ation �as�<i6smay:see �t-:for planning
• �board.ex�enses:•�In'a,to.wn,containing;oneror:more,villages,o;:`parts'thereof;:
spc�' charges� and expenses less fees, if any collected,� shall. be;�a� charge upon:
tfie_,taxable.,prope{�,ty af,tha�par�;of.the,'`to,wn;outside.qf,said yillagss;and.shall �,
be :as�essed,;ley,ied;anc� colleeted��tt►e`refro{n, in; khe�same man�er: as,pthe,r tov�n .
; charge�i ;�7;'he, planiung �oard; �h�ll'h�vg,�thg.power �nd ,authoritsY;,to, einploy ,
experts, cler7ca and a.sec,retary, and,to p�y �'Qr the�r,se,rvices; ancl•to, praYide for,..
� �uch'atl�er Expenses.as,may:be necessa{y and proper, not:,exceeiiing iz�;all�the '
" apprapnat�on,t�at may be;madg:therefor:by the town bo,ard for��uch.pl�nning.:�
,. �Q�d � r � � :.;.. �:.,��� , , �; _ :� . _ r � ,... ,�� , �-� .. ,., _
`�:= 3:„Town. board .members; in�li�ible. -; No. person who �is; �;neraber of; ihe
�,o,wn�board.shall�heeligib�e�forme�nbersk�ip:on,spchplannjng,b.qard,:..� � �,;;
� 4. ��Terms of inembers first appointed. .The terms of.members of the board �
shall�be foF.�erms so fix�d,that t]�e,term o�' on� mem�er�shall.�acpire at;iiie:en�i •
. �of�the, calendar year in which such memhers were initially appointed. The
terms bf the remainingxnembexs ah�ll;be so:fixed,that;one term shall e�ire ai ;
the,end,of each.,calendar ygar thereafter. At the expiration of the�t�rm of �
e�ch, member� firsi'; agpointed, hi� or. her�;successor_ shall„be. appoi�ted.�for a
'� terin��wliic}i's�iall be'equ�l,iri;years tio tl�e`nu;nber�oi•member� oE,�he board'
. �6.' Terms of inembers now in office. 1Vlembers n'ow�liolcling`of$ce for�term� r
� which do �not� expire .at the end of a calendar year• shall, upon the expiration of ,;.'
' their term;�hold office until the'end of�ttie�calend'ar year'and their successors';
� s}iall,.ttien b�.appointed;for.tercr�s;which'sl�a1l,bg;equal-;in�years to,t�e,;numbe� •;
,Rf; members,of the lioard. : _ , . , .. . : � t.. .... _ ... ' i. � . ;' � * ... � ' .
.�' B. [Eff. untii July_I, 1998. See, also, subd. 6 heiow.] Increasing member- �
��ship. Any town board may,�by::local.:law,Jincrease a five member planning •�
boaxd:to,:seven._members..,� Additiona� rr�g�}bers,�hal�,be.frst.appointedtfor
' single terms.,as:providea;;by resolut�on of.:the town boar�d,;�n 'ordex tkiat the '
��.terms of inembers shall e�pire. in�;each of: seven� sugG�ssive years� anc�, theul
•�successors shall thereafter be appoinied for full terms 'of seven years. ��No ;
such.additional msmber shall take part in•the consideration of any,,matter for'�
._ , which an application was"on'�file �yith�the plantu'yig,•board'at-the.ticne of�hi`s�'or�;
her,�appointmen�: r - .,, , ;+• . . , :` . . _��, •,-.. •
. . . . . . ..,
::6:fr:;[Eff. •July-1;.1998: .See;,;.alsa,�sub'dc:.6�abbve.]��: Tncreasing:inembershipj��
Aiiy::town,:.baard <may, by='lacal �:law �or ;ordinance, �inerease�,a� five �membe�
" planning�board to=seven members.•:�Ad'clitional�members shall �be�first�appoint� :'
•.ed for�sin�le terms asprovide'd�by fiesolution:of�the:town board;in.Arder that ��
,.�tiie:t�rms;oE•tnemher� shall�expirea� each of seven�successive years and,th'eua;
� � successors;ahall:thereafter.h�'appointed.;for.•#ulI�terms�of-seven.years:•: sNo',
such�additional member�shall take part in the consideration of� any.�matter��fo�s';
rvhich,an applica�ion was on fle with;the planning:board at the.tirne of, his or
� her appointment: � , , , , ,. . , . . .
� 7. [Eff. �nti2 July 1, 1998. See; also;'subd..7 beIow.] 'Decreasing member-
ship; ` A town board which has seuen members on:the pianning board' may by
local;Iaw;�:decrease the: membershig•to fide, io..take effect upon�the•next�two
expirations ,of :terma. However, � no incumbent, shall be �'rsmo�ed fram `�office
except� upan,the; expirataon� �of his. or� her+terin; � except� as hereina�ter.� provided.
; � � , ., „, . . ; ,; .; . s.. ..,r ;, . ., .:y
7. .[Eff. July.1,� 1998. See;"also;'subd � 7 ab'ove,] �� Decreasing membership.
��: A'tbwn'boarfl;whi��i;�has�se"ven membe�g oii•the'planning board tnay _by Iocal
�, law'or�'ordiYiance;•'•decrease � tY�'e' membersh�ip ��o ��ve, to take� effeci' ugo'n `the
'� aext°two e�ipiration's'of te'rms:�' However;'no'incumbent'.shall�be removed fram
�; bffice �"except� �upoh ihe expiration of 'lus or lier_ term, except"as�_ hereinafter
p�ovided: , _ :: r � � r :� r , - � - . . . .
:;-
,,$ Vacancy in offce, If a vac�ncy shall,occur,othei�wxse than by,exp�r�tiot�
' of .teriii, the �towr� tioard�shall.appoi�t,the tiew,.member for. the �unexpired term.
�,i, 9,; G�f#:�.nniil July,l, 1�98, ,See, �1so;.eubd,:,9 :below.]., Rern,oval�of rr��m-
.':�ers.,,,T��,.town lpoard..shall;ha.ye�;the povl�er..to;remove,;af�er'publir,�hearing,
:. a�y��e�nb.er„of.,the�pZanning,board.for;�ause.�; ,Any;planning;board �rr�ember
may,-be;removed�for, non=campliance with�minimum�requirements relating,ta
mee�ing:�ttendance:and.training�as�,established by the�tnwn board by�local.law
�' 3'�"-'�Eff.'�July�'I;�`�1998.'' See;, also;�'su�id:'9'�'above:7� `Removal of inemb'e'rs:
'1'he town board shall.have the pawer to�remove, afier pub�ic hearing, any
member-of �ihe�planning;lioard�for: cause.•�.� Any planning board member may be
reinoved fox:�non-comp2iance�with:.r,iinimumrre�quirements 'relatingto meet�ng
attendance and� training��as'�established���y'the••town'•board� by �local�daw 'or
ordinance. •� �� , _ . . , . . ' . .. . � . . . �� •.. . . . . .. .
c�u �•.:��.� � . .• . : � • �., . �., - , , : . ..:
,. .�0. _; Ciisii�ferson"duties. :;All?�neetings of the planning board shall. be �}ielc�
at the call"of the`� ciiairpersd `n and��'at''sucfi �oth�er tim�s' as �sucli� board; may
determine. Such chairperson,.o� in his or her absence,. the acting chai.rperson,
iTia�r'adinini�ter �oaths'an'd comg'`et the a'tterid�nce°�of witneases: ` • �- � - �
. i7l i:�?� " 'iF..:hil.' -" :i :1 �� 'i'�i:��y.
�t;ll,•:f��Eff:uatil�July:1,.:1998,.�,�See,,alsp;.sul?�d IZbelow].'ApPointment,of
; agTlcultura� mexnber.. • Noivqithst$nding, any provxsion• of this ;chapter, or of any
. gengral,.:;sp�cial�+;or�;locaj.law,.•,a �tovyn.board,�nay,;af;;an�,agriculttir.al, district.
e�ea�ed.,purspant to,;�ect�on ,iju;ee hundred,three,, of.article; twenty-�ve-A.A: of
' the'agriculttire and �snarkets'�law exista .wholly or. �p�rtly within ;the boundaries
�',o�.su�h town;5i,nclud@,.on the.,planr�n,g,�board.orie ar,mqre members;each of
. Whom;deMves ten thousand d'ollafis pr.i�ore �,nnual gross incoine'froin, a�cuI-
iuial pursui�s�in"said�f,�i�vn ,�s.us�d �n.th�s 'subdivis�on; the term "a'gricultl�}-al
- pur"suifs'f� .means� 'the �prod`uction of ` crops, `livestock: and �ivestqck. prQd�icts,
,�aquacyiltuxal, pzoductsf and woddland prodgets as defi�ed�in'sectiori three
�hundxed one„of t,he agricultu,re;and market`s law ': � . � • -� ' � •�� ^• •�'�'
•:�., ' ���•�� ,�.:�
; 21. �[.Eff: 'July .I, 1898. See, ., also,f. 'subd. ��11' above.] Appointment '`of
: agricuTturaI inember. Notivith'standing any provision of ihis chapter or'of any
generaI, special °or local2aw or ordinance;�a'towri boariT may, if an agricultural
districti created pursuani to section. three hnndred three �af:article twenty-five=
AA of � the , agriculture and •�markets; law•�e�sts whol�y, or: parily within„ ihe
; boundaries�of such iown;:include�on�the. planning 15oard ane ar more membexs
eacli of wHom�'derives.ien:thousand•dollars or more annual grosseincome.from '
•.�giieultµral �piirsuits'in'said:'towri:;�' !As usgd;,in this subdivisiqn,,-the �terfn
,"agncultural pursuits"'ineans`thg p'roduction�'of,Gxapsr;li�esiock`ancl liveatock
'• prpducts+, aquacultcu�,al ;produc#s; ;�nd wooiiland proiiucis .as �de�ined in''sectiori
�u:ee,hundred one of•the agriculture and markets law, �.'' ';
12. Service on other pEanning boards. No� person shall be disq�alified
from serving as a member of the town planning board hy reason of serving as
a member of a village or counLy planning board. . .
!� 13. Rnles and regulations, The planning board mav _rec�Tnmend to the
town bo�rc� re. !g i�ons relating ta any�s matter aver which the planning
board 'ur►sdiction under this article or any o r statute, or unc3er any
]o�, ordinance of the town. At��option of any such recommendations by
the town boar s i[be �y ]ocai ]aw or or inance.
�,_:.1�.. Re art on referred matters; general re�rorts. a. The town boaz�d may
by, r�solution provi e for the re erence o�any matier or class of m�tters, ather
than those referred to in subdi��isinn thirteen of this section, to the planrung
board before final action is taken thereon by the tow-n board or other fice or
nf�rar �o said town having �na autharity o�er., sa�atter. The towm boax.d
may f r ati ulate that finTaction thereon shall not be taken until the
planning board has submitted its xeport tF�ereon, or has ha�a reasonable time,
to be fixed by the tawn board in said resolution, to" submit t� Fe report.
b:�� The plann�board may rgy.iekv and make recommendations on a
proposed toum cq�pre_ h�sive plan or amendment theret�n additian, the
planning �board shall have full_�awer ancT- aut�iority to rriaka investigations',
ma s: r�,�e ,orts and recommendations m conne� ion therewith rela#anTg��e
planning and �e�opment of t e t� -as it seem�"Ts c es�rable, providing the
to expen itures.a said boar .s i not excee the apprapriation provided
ttierefor.. • . . .
..1.5, . Alternate metnbers. a. A town board may, by local law or ord'snance,
ot�;as part of the.local !aw ar ordinance creating the planning board, establish
alternate planning board member positions for purposes of substituting tor�a
member in the event such member is unsble to participate because af a
conflict of interest. Alternate members of the planning bqard shall be
appointed by resolution af the town board, for terms established by the town
board. , . , �
� b.� �The chair�erson of the planning. board may designate an . alternate
member to substitute for a member when such member is unable to partsci-
pate because of a conflict of inierest on `an app[ieation or matter before the
board. Wiien so designated, the afternate member shaf] possess al! the
powers and responsibilities of such member of the board. Such designation
�hal[' be entered into the minutes' of the initial p�anning board meeting at
which the s�bstitution is made. � � � � � ' � ' �
'' c. �' A.11 provisions of this section i-elattng to planning board member training
and continuing education, attendance, cQnflict of interest, compensation, eligi-
liility; vacancy in office, removal, and service on'oiher boards, shall also apply
to alternate members. ' '
(Added L.i992, c. G63, §!; amended L.1993, c. 208, § 10; I,.1993, c. 211, §�4; L.1994,.c.
486, § 7; L.1995, c. 418, § 6; L.1997, c. 4�$, § 2i; eff. .Tu[y 1, Y998; L.1998, c. 137, § 4,
eff. July.l, 1998.) , � �
, -�, , _i
i.1998; c, 13T legislation
Historical and Statutory Notes
' Su�d. 70. . L.1998, c. •137, § 4, added
suhd. 15. -
199T Legislation
.� L:19�7, c; 4�f3, § 90 pror•ides that the
act shai€ take effect on the same date as
L.1997, c.` 431 [effective Jufy i, 1998]
amendinfi the qeneral municipal law relat-
[ng to county planning boards and regian-
al planning counciis.
199� .A►t�endments. . Subd. 14, paz�. b.
L.1995, c, 418, § 6, eff. Aug. Ju]y 1, 1995,
�authorized planning board to review and
make recommeadations on proposed plan
or amendment. '
1994 Amendments. Sui�d. 13. L.1994,
c. 486, § 7, eff. 3uly 26, 1994, authorized
planning 6oard to recummc:tid regulatians
at any Cime rakher than authorizing such
recommendations subsequent to public
hearing; and authorized adoption af any
such recommendations by ordinance.
I993 Amendments, � Subd. 1. L.1993,
c. 211, § 4, eff. July 1, 1993, authorized
planning board La designate acting chair-
person.
5ubd. 2. L.1993, c. 211, § 4, .eft, Juiy 1,
1993, required deductian af fees cvllected
from planning board charges and ex-
penses.
5uhd. 6. L.1993, c. 211, § 4, efF. July 1,
1993, in sentence beginning "Additional
members shail" substituted "as provided
hy resolution af town board" Tor "as pro-
❑ided in such resolu[ion".
� Su6d. 9. L.1993, c. 20$, § 10, eff. Jnly
6, 1993, deleced proti�sion authorizing the
towm board to provide by local law for
removal of a planning board member after
pu6�ic hearing.
�(Ceclise Date. 5ection efCectise July
l, 1993, pursuant to L.1992, c. 663, § 3.
Derivation. Sectian derived from for-
mer §� 271, 272, 274, and 270. Former
§ 271, L.Y932, c. 634; amended L.19�11, c.
609; d..1949, c. �7; L.1,9�7, c. a30; L.1963,
c. 230, § 6; L.197�, c. 79U, § 1; and re-
pealed by L.i992, c. 663, § 1, was from
Town Law of 1969, c. 63, § 14�h, as
added L.1927, c. 17�.
Former § 272, L.1932, c. Fi39; amended
L.1993, c. 625, § 1; L.1946, c. 7l; I�.1956,
c. 93G, § 2; and repealed hv L.1992, c.
563, § I, was from Town Law of 1909, c.
fi3, § 149-�i, as added L.1927, �. 17�. �
Former § 274, L.i932, c. 639; amended
L.1943, c. fi26, § 2; L.1974, t. 7$$, § 3;
L.1976, c. 272, § 10; was repealed 6y
L.1992, c. fi63, § 1.
Former 4 27�, L.1932, c. 639; repealed
L.1992, c. 663, § 1, was frnm Town Gaw of
1903, c. 63, § 149�� as added L.1927, c.
17�.
Practice Cammentaries
� by Tea^r-r� Rice
During the 1998 legisIative.sessios, Town Law section 271 µ•as amended
to provide for the appoirrtment of alternate members af p]anning boards
undcr limited circurnstances. Toum Law seciion 27l(Io) pror•ides Lhat a
taµ�n board r�ray estahlis}� ,pusrtions of alternate member of' the glaning
board by laca! taw or ordinance. Such alternate members serve only in
instances when a memf�er is unable to participate in proceedings becavse
of a con�lict af intereat.
Aiternate members are appointed by resolution of the town hoard for a
term to be determined by:the to�� board ta serve when designated ta
participate in a mat[er by the chairperson of the planning board. All
provisions relating to rr�emhers of planning boards, includ'sng training,
contin�ing education, attendance and compensation apply ta alternate
members. . . ;
Prior to, 'as w�ell as subsequent to, the ad�ption of this pro�•ision, a tou�n
possessed the authority to adapt a local law pursuant to Municipal Homc
Iiule Law section '1D far the appointment of alternate members for any
purpose. 5ee 92 OP Auy Gen 20 (1992}; 86 Dp Atty Cen 70 (1986}; 87 Qp
Atty Gen 51 (1887). While this amendment is helpfvl in prv��ding s2lf-
operating avthoriry for appointrrzent of alternate members in instances of a
conf�ict, a broader autharization for atternate members to serye in other
instances, such as illness or absences, would have been of more assistance
to mun'scipalities. 4ne can imagine the dilemrna faced by an app?icant and
board when, for exampie,'one or more members have been ill or absent
and an adverse recommendation has been ma�e by a county planning
department pursuant to' General Municipal Law section' 239-I, -m or -n.
Of covrse, a community wzshing to expand the scope nf participation by
alternate members may still utilize its municiga] home ru3e authority to
adopL a local lsw authorizing aiternate mem6ers to serve under circ�m-
stances in addition to confliets of interest.
Legistative Hiatories
L.1997, c. 408: For Legislative, ExecnLive or Judicial memoran8um relating to ti�is law,
see the Tabla of Contents in McFCinney's 199? Session Laws of New Yark.
T�WN 4F ITHACA
12fi EAST SENECA STREET, ITHACA, N.Y. 14850
TOWN CLERK 273-i 721 HIGHINAY 273-1656
Ms. Belty O. Muka
113 Kay Street
ithaca, New York �4850
Dear Ms. Muka:
PARKS 273--8035 ENGINEERING 273--1747
FAX (S07) 273-1704
November 9, 1999
PLANNING 273-1747 ZONING 273-i783
On behalf of the Town Highway Superintendent, the Town Attorney, and myself, I
acknawledge receipt of your letter af October 26, 1999 relating to thc realigning of the paving
on Kay Street by the Town of Ithaca Highway Department.
After due consultation the Tow:n is of the belief that the actions of the Town Highway
Superintcr�denc and che Highway Department in narrowing the pavement area of a former
turnarou�d to make it cansistent with the width of the rest of the road was fully in compliance
with the authority gra.�ted to [owns and town highway superintendents for �he on-going
supervision and rr�aintenance of town highways, and that the actions perform�d in this case were
not violativc af any provisions of Ihe Stale Highway Law or Town Law.
Accordingly, the Town is taking no furlher aclion with respect ta thc� matters raised in
your lett�r.
Very truly yours,
�,l,��u�x.� V��c•n,�;-
Catt�erine Valentino
Supervisor
CV;sls
xc: Fred Noteboom, Highway Superintendenl
Attorney John C. Barney
�
Town Supervisor
Catherine Vaientino
March 28, 2aoa
.1ack Clancy
Regional Dir�ctor
Finger Lakes State Parks
Administrative Headquarters
PO Box � 055
Trumansburg, NY 14886
Dear Mr. Clancy,
a �:
����C�. NY 14850
126 E. Seneca St.
607-273-f 72l
�
� �`
� � �
�
Thank yau for your ietter expressing concer� about the proposed hard land�ll site on
VanOstrar�d Road. I would like to take this opportunity to pravide some additionaf
information regarding the hard fil! si#e locafed in the Town of �thaca, but owned by the
City of Ithaca.
The city is in the process of completing a permit application for submission to ihe town.
TF�e D�parkment of En�ironmental Conservatian (DEC) may aEso have jurisdiction over
the propased fill opera�ion. There will be several opportunities for pubkic input after a
completed applicatfon has been submitted to the town. The town cannot refuse the
permit, by law, if tF�e city complies with the many requirements for use as a fill si#e_
These requirements wil4 inci�de erosion control and reclamation details. The
environmental review pursuant to the NYS Enviranmental C2uality Review Act will also
include analysis af issues such as drainage, noise, visual and other potential aspeets.
A larger problem is the dump in Ne�eld where there is no zoning ar any controls over
the si#e. tt is indeed an eyesore near the park.
The Town of fthaca is dedicated ta protecting our parks, trails, and open space; but we
cannot be expected to finance and prat�ct these areas alone. I beGeve the NYS 4ffice
of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation should loofc seriously at purchasing
b�ffer land around its park sites. After a1l, the land the city bought has been on the
open market for sometim�. We are also wel[ aware of �he pfans for the North Country
National Sc�nic Trail (NST) and suppart this effort.
I am sorry yau feel the "aduit entertainment zone" is "along the trail". I invite you to look
more clas�ly at the map and the set back requirements. This zone is not "along the
trail". In addition, this is actualfy a"light industrial zone", wi�ich has been in exister�ce
for quite sometime, within wh�ch adult enter�ainment businesses ha�e been permittec�
via a recerrt zoning amendment. The character of the light industrial zone has not
changed since tt�is zoning amendment was enacted.
�
� �
i 'r•
� ' Clancy, Jack
March 28, 2000
Page 2.
We need to work together to protect our parks, but you cannot expect a small
municipality wit� limited resources to carry #he burden oi protecting parkland alone.
Thank you for your lette�. 1 ca� assure you the town will do all tha� we can legally to
protect the park.
Sincerely,
.. �
Catherine Valentino
Supervisor
CV:jln
i.`: � i-I': ,-.:![i�=F T .
United Sta�es �epartment of the Interior
Lfi017 (NOCO-NY)
February 1, 2000
Ms. Cathy Valentino
5uper�isor. Town of Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 1458Q
D�ar Ms. Valentino:
NATIONAL P�RK SERVICE
lce nge and Narth Country
N��tinnal Scznic: Trails
7{)0 k�:iYUV1t: DfIL'L'. 5lllit' l00
?�laditic�r�. 11�'istonsin „7l l
Over the course of the last several we�ks, w� ha�e received copies of let#ers that were
sent to you ex}�ressing concern about plans to develop a debris dumpsite on Van
�Ostrand Road. This is to afficialfy confirm the exisience of t3�e North Country Natfonal
Sc�nic Trail {NST) and to let you know that we toa are concerned about any act��ity that
has potential to adversely impact the trail. I would like to pravide you with a little
background about the North Country NST in hopes that you will better understa�d its
significance and why we are concerned about the dumpsite.
In March 198D, F�dera� legisiation authorized the establishment of the Nor�h Country
NST as a component of the National Trails System. In many ways, the trail is similar in
concept to the mare widely known Appalachian Trail--both are NSTs. In other ways, it is
�niquely differeni as it crosses a more diverse geographic area from the vicinity o#
Crown Point, New York, to Lake 5akakawea State Park, on the Missouri River. fn Nor#h
Dakota, where it joins the route of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail. When
Congress authorized the North Country NS7 it was anticipatet� that it would be
approximately 3,200 miles long. As work progresses to camplete the trail, it appears as
fi�OU(�fl li wili i�e c'soser tc 4,2�'1� 111i�$S ipi iy_ r"-� broc�are Nrov�d�r�g genzra; ii iiu� �i�ai;v�i iS
enclased. Yo� cat� also find us at www.nps.go�lnoco. The Natjonal Park Ser�ice is
responsible for the overall administraEiar� of the Narth Country NST. Actual dev�lopment
and management of the trail, howe�er, is accomplish�d through many cooperating
F�deral, State, and local agencies and private trail organizations.
In New York, the raute of the Nor#h Country NST cancides wit� the route af the Finger
Lakes Trail for much of the distance across the state. The Firrger �akes Trail
Co�fer�nce (�LTC), P.O. Box 18048, Rochester, NY 14618-0048 serves as the local
trail manager for us. Eventually, tt�e Narih Country NST wili follaw the Finger Lakes Trail
for abaut 370 miles. This includes the already campleted and ce�tified segrr�ent which
runs from West Jersey Hilf Roacf to Trumbull Hill Road—portions of which are parallel to
Van Ostrand Raad and thus our reason for concern.
�
The National Park Service does not have the land acc�uisition autho�ity to aflow us ta
�urchase a trail corridor in order to protect its viewshed. Instead, we attempt to work
with local partners and agencies ta pratect the trail #rom developments and other
impacts #hat wouid adversely affect the scenery ar hiking ex�erience. Because of the
premier status and uniqueness of Nationaf Scer�ic 7rails (th�re are only eight in the
entire Nation) they should be trea#e� with utmost care and respect. The North Country
Trail is by far the longest of tfie eight National Scenic Trails. Someday, if we alt do our
best to nurture anc� protect it, tt�e North Country Trail will achieve its full pakential. If we
continually allow things to impact it, it may ne�er reach that potential.
Before a decision is made to develop the debris site, we ur�e you to consicler a fuil
range of alternaki�es and the affects th�se afternatives may ha�e on the No�th Country
NST and Finger Lakes Trail. Thank you for allowing us to express aur concern. If yau
t�ave any questions, don't hesitate to contact m� in writing, by email to
Bil4 Menke(a�NPS.qov or telephone 608-264�610.
Sincerely,
,�,��-
/� �c �� �-'"�c
William R. Menke
Manager, North Country NST
Enclosure: Trail Brochure-Valentina anly.
cc:
Howard Beye, NCTA State Coordinator and Chair FLTC Trail Committee, 2�2
Colebourne Rd., Roches#er, NY 14609
Werner Veit, President, NCTA, 49 Monroe Center NW-Suite 240B, Grand Rapids, MI
49503
Tom Reimers, 3C Wildflower Dri�e, I#haca, NY �4850
Fin6ER�ra�r�
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FINGER LAKES TRAIL �ONFERENCE, INC.
202 Colebourne Road, Rochester, NY 146Q9-6733
Voice and Fa� {716) 2$$-7191
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January 18, 200�
Ms. Cathy Valentino
Supervisor, Town of Ithaca
126 E. Seneca St.
Ithaca, NY 14580
Dear Ms. Valentina:
I understand the City ot Ithaca has plans to develop a construction
debris dump site a.n the Town of I�haca on Van Ostrand Road.
As Chair of the Tra�.]. Managemen� Committee of the Finger Lakes Trail
Canference I must �trongiy ab�ec� to this proposal to locate such a
dump adjacent to Robert H. Trerr�an State Park. The Finger Lakes/North
Country Trail passes through the park near the south boundary and the
proposed dump sit� will be clearly visible from the trail.
This is not the type of experience w� wish to have hikers on the trail
hav� as they pass through this area which should have some of the most
scenic views along the trail ir� central New York State.
Unfortunatel.y the Finger L,akes/North Country �rai1 has already been
blessed wi�h �he designation of 33 acres a].ong the trail in the Tawrz of
�thaca as an adul� ent�rtainment zone. I am sure this wi11 be noticed
by scho�l, scout, church and other youth who are significant users o�
the trail.
T have h�.gher h.opes for the trail than what seems to becaming its ta�e
in the Town of Ithaca. Please da not a�.].ow the dump next to the park
and th� Finger Lakes/Narth Country Trail.
�incerely,
J�.��-� �Q�--
Howard S. Beye, Chair
Trai1 Management Committee
xc: John Andersson, President, Cayuga Trai�s Club
Charles McLellan, President, FLTC
Werner Vea.t, President, North Country Tra31 Associatian
William Menke, Natianal Park Service, ManagEr NCT
Thomas J. Reimers, Ph.D.
3C Wildflower Drive, Ithaca, NY 14$50
January 13, 2�00
Ms. Cathy Valentino
Supervisor, Town of Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
ithaca, NY 14$50
Dear Ms. Valentino:
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� am writing to oppose the City of Ithaca's proposed dump site in the 7own of
Ithaca on Van Ostrand Road. Obviously, a construction debris dump site is tatally
inapprapriate immediately adjacent to Robert H. Treman State Parfc. In addition, ti�is site
would be clearly �isible fram the Finger LakeslNorth County Trail. This hiking traif along the
southern f�our�dary o'f the park has bee� certified by the Nationa! ParEc Service as a
co�-nponent ofi the North Cauntry National Scenic Trail (NCT). The NCT was created in
1980 as part of the National Trails System by the 96"' U.S. Congress. It is one of only
eigfrt national scenic trails in the United States. Others include the world-famous
Appalachian Trail antl Pacific Crest 7rail.
Nationa! scenic trails are long-distance trails providing outdoor recreation and
protection of nationally significant scenic, historic, or cultura! qua3ities of the areas through
which the trails pass. So far, mare than 240 miles of the Finger Lakes Trail have met
scenic, martagement, and maintenance criterEa to be certified components of the NCT. The
section in R.H. Treman State Park, maintained by volunteers of the Cayuga Trails Club,
was certified by the National Park Service and formalfy dedicated on September 10, 1988,
In November 1998, the Ithaca 7own Board designated 33 acres along the Finger
LakeslNorth Country Trail east af Treman State F'ark as an aduit entertainment zone. I hope
the town board does not also appro�e an unsightly dump sit� adjacen# to the park and trail.
I would appreciate your circulating this letter to members of the tvwn board. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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l°'Fiomas . Reimers
xc: John Ande�sson
Presiclent, Cayuga Trails Club
Howard 5. Beye
Chairman, Finger Lakes Trail Management Committee
John Clancy
Director, Finger Lakes Region, OPRHP
Charles Mc�.ellan
President, Finger Lafces Traif Conference
Wiiiiam R. Menke
Manager, North Country N5T, National Park Service
Werner Veit
Presi�ent, North Country Trail Association
Town Supervisor [thaca, Nv ��sso
Catherine Valentino i2� E. sen�ca sr.
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Students En�ironmental Science C�ass
Middle School Program
Elizabeth Ann Clune Mon#essori Schoof of Ithaca
120 E. King Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Stude�ts,
Thank you for your lettef and assessment report concerning the condition of Buttermilk
Creek and Hoily CreeK. We wifl add your report to our file. As officiafs of the Town of
ithaca we ha�� bee� concerned about the con#amination from all the creeks that flow
�nto Cayuga Lake, and are working with other mun�cipal gro�ps to find ways to remo�e
the so�rce of the contaminatian. �.� . �
Your letter expressing concern for the environme�t wi�l-be�F�e�pful as part of our�file to
�ocume�t t�e probiems with the creeks, as wel! as help us to draw attention to the need
for a pfan to clean �p the contamination.
Thank you again.
Sincerely,
C/" CJ V ,
Catherine Vaientino
Supervisor
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;THACA TCI�"JN Cl.��iK
Cathy Vaientino, Town Supervisor
Town of I#haca
126 E. Seneca St.
[tt�aca, NY 14850
Dear Ms. Valentino:
120 E. King Rd.
It�t�ca, NY i48�0
3 Dece�i�b�r 1 �)99
In June 1999, at a Public Hearing on South HiII Conservation Zoning, a question was
raised as to the water qua(ity of Buttermilk and Holly Creeks. As ai� ��ivii•onmeiital
Science proj�ct, we conducted a water quality sampling at these creeks, upstream of their
respective gorges, using a GREEN (Global Rivers Environmental Education Network}
water manitoring kit. From our results, we discovered that both creeks were
cantaminated with fecal cnliform bacteria exceeding the tllreshold used by the Council
for Environinental Quality {200 cells per 100 milliliters of water). Whi�e tliis is not of
concern in Holly Creek, it is in ButtermiIk Creek, where swinunin� is �ermitted.
Enclosed is our water quality assessnient report, incIuding our niethads and res�ifts.
Should you have further questians, feel free to contact us at 273-7493, ar b�� t���ail at
msiithaca r�,�aol.coin.
Sincerely yours,
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Enviroilmeiital Scte�ice Class
Middle School Program
Efizabeth Ann Clune Montessoi•i Schoc�l of Itliaca
cc: Dan Waikez•, Town Engineer
Jonathan Kanter, Town Planner
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Water Quality Assessment of Buttermilk and Ho��y C:reeks,
Town of �thaca, New York
Environmental Scienc� Class
Middle School Program
Eliza:beth Ann Clune Montessori Schoo� of Ithaca
December 3, 1999
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Purpose
The purpose o£this investigation is as follows:
i) to test for general water quality,
ii) to study how water quality corresponds to Iand use,
iii) to explore issues impacting the community, including such hazards as
coliform bacteria, which may affect people drinking or swimming irx the
water, and
iv} to compaze water quality in Holly az�,d Buttermilk Creeks, based upon a
Town of Ithaca Puhlic Hearing on Conservation Zoning (June 1994),
where these issues were brought up.
Site T�escriptions
Holly Creek
Holly Creek is located on South Hill, in the Town of Ithaca. Our sampling site is
situated just upstxeam of Owl Gorge, on the south side of West King Road, near the
intersection of West King Rd. and Stone Quarry Rd. At our site, the stream is about a
meter to a me#er and a half wide, with a slow trickle of water runnir►g though th� woods.
A grassy area is on the left bank, facing downstteam. 'The bank is shaIe and is eroded on
the right side. Tree roots are visible on the right bank and on the s�ream bottom� there are
veins between the shale and mud. Tl�e bank is fairly thick with trees, which are mostly
youn� sugar maples. The left bank is lower than the righ# bank, which is muddier and
contains less shale.
Buttermilk Creek
Butternulk Creek flows though Buttermilk Falls S#ate Park, on South Hill in the
town of Ithaca. The cxeek is perennial, flowing faster and deeper than Holly Creek. Our
sampling site is Iocated just upstream of Buttermilk Creek Gorge, adjacent to the
playground area in Upper Buttermilk. At our site, the creek is abont three meters wide,
and there aze many large rocks on both sides of the bank. The stream channel consists of
a series of pools and riffles. There are stones pushed up in the riffies, facing upstream
due to the current. The bottom af the stream is quite rocky, with iittle mud or sand.
Methads
Tiie procedure followed in our study was a series of test, chemical and
observational, that disclosed information such as the pH of the water, the presence or
absence of caliform bacteria, and the level of nitrate andlor phasphafe in the water. The
pracedure followed the guidelines and utilized the test materials af the projeci GREEN
(Global Rivers Environmental Education Network) water monitoring kit.
The fecal coliform test consisted of a tablet containing nutrients to encourage
bacterial growth, which was stored in a tube of water for 36 hours, allowing the
organisms to incubate. The presence af coliforni was indicated by a gel that rose in the
tube, ma�ed upward by gas bubbles gen�rated by the bacteria. A more complex test
called tl�e Most Prabable Nun�ber (MPN} test in�olved incubating five tubes of caliform
and ca�cutating the density of the colo�iies according to tlie number of tubes that lield
bacteria. Both tests were performed twice at each site, an l 0l ll99 and 10/15/99.
A test measuring the amount of dissolved oxygen in the water---oxygen diffixsed
and distributed to dif#'erent life forms, a certaiii amount ofwhich is necessary to support
life—was again comp�ete� by placing a tablet in a tube of water. The cablet was �iiade of
sodiun3 citrate an� 2,4-diaaninophenoi �ihydrochloride, which the DO oxidized a
proportionate amo�ant of, creating cotors which showed �evels of DO. The perce�it of the
water which was saturated with oxygen was foEu�d by co��paring the DO results with the
temperature of the water. Biochemical Oxygen Demand, a �neasure af the quantity of
oxyger� taken by bacteria, is an indicatar of how polIuted the water is. The test was
perforrned by subt�-acting t��e BOD results—DO results af;er five days—from the original
DO results. The DO tests were performed on 10/27/99 and the BOD tests were
performea on 1 Q/15/99.
An excessive level of nitrogen in the water causes plant and algae growth that
nriay result in water quality prablems. Nitrate, which can came frozn fertilizer or organic
waste, was rneasured 6y dissolving sulfanaic acid, zinc, and chrornotrapic acid tablets in
tubes of water. The chromotropic acid ceacted with the nitrate to cause color chan�e, the
zinc reduced t��e nitrate to nitrite, ar�d th� sulfamic acid destroyed any niirate that might
have interfered with the process. Nitrate tests were performed on 10/1/99 and 10I15/99.
Phosphorous, a nutrient that causes similar problerns to nitrogen, usually cames
fro�n detergents. Tablets containing ainnioniurri molybdate were dissvlved in water, and
reacted with any phosphoro�s to form a bl�ie phos�homolybdate complex. Phosphate
tests were perforn�ed on 10/ I/99 and 10/15/99.
Another t�st showed the pH Ievel of the water by changes in color of pH-sensiti�e
tablets. PH, the measure of movenient of hydrogen ions in the water (acidity), is i�sually
at a �alue of 5-8.5 in natural water, and water coi�sidered acceptable for drizilcing has a
pH of about 7. pH tests were performed on l0/ I/99 and 10/15/99.
Changes in water temperature were measured with Iow arsa hig}z range
thermometers, which were immersed in four inches af water for one minute each, in two
differer►t areas of the creek: one location upstream and a similar locatia« downstream.
Temperature is an especially irnpartant part oF water inonitoring, as it affects the DO
levels, the rate of plants' photosynthesis, and the resitience of the arganisins livi�ig it� the
water. Temperature readings were taken on l0/ll99 and 10/15/49.
A turbidity test, showing the clarity of the water, was performed by camparing a
t�bidity "target" undercaeath a tube of water with otlier "targets" (measured in Jacksoli
Turbidity Units), Turbidity tests were performed on I0/1/99 and 10/I 5/99.
Our final test was far benthic macroivertabrates—visible organisms Iiving i« the
water--w�ich are good indicators of the condition of their environment; a high n��mber
of diverse "benthics" is a sign of conai#ions that easily suppart life. A stream that is
home to a variety oFbenthics is probably not heavily potluted, while a low number of
benthics is a possibie sign of pollutants tl�at were not tested for. The artificial substrate
test consisted of placing bags fu11 of leaves in the stream, Ieaving them there for a number
of weeks (allowing creat�res to make their honies i�i them), and eventually coilecting the
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organisrns and classifying them. Certain types of benthics indicate certain water
condiiions; although there may be a Iarge number of one species, a smaller number of
another may be more desirable. The artificial substrafe test was performed on 10/27/99.
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The results of our investigation are presented on Table 1 below.
Tab1e 1:
Water Quality Test Results for Buttermilk and HoIIy Creek
Bare Soil
Bank Erosion
Water Odor/Intensity
Soil Odor/Intensi�y
Water Appearance
Benthic
Macroinvertebrates
,�
Coliform Bacte�ria
Dissolved Oxygen**
BOD**
Nitrate
pH
Phosphate**
Temperature =�•
Turbidity
* 16 and above is cansidered excellent by GREEN standards.
**In parts ger milIion
*** In °Celsius (do�eam/upstream/difference}.
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Conclusions
Our results show ihat the water is exceptianal in quality, in many aspects, with
only one major area of concern. Both 1-tube and a 5-tube tests conducted at both sites
indicated an amount of fecal coliform bacteria greater than 200 colonies per 100
miili�iters of water. This measure is above the acknowledged threshold fox water contact,
from drinking to swimming. The issue is af more interest in Butternulk Creek than in
Ho}ly Creek, as there is a swirnming azea below the falls in Lower Buttermitk.
Another lessex concem was a higher biochemical oxygen demand {BOD) in Holly
Creek, which suggests the presence of excess organic matter. The source of BOD could
be sewage, or even the dead lea�es in the stream.
Based upon these results, we recommend that water sampling be conducted in the
Buttermilk Creek swimming area.
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Town Supervisor ithaca, NY 1485�
Catherine Valentino 215 No�th T�oga Street
(607) 273-� 721
actober 5, 2000
Dear Hillcrest Residents,
Enc�osed is a letter written by past Supervisor John Whitcomb, on October 31, 1�95,
explaini�g the reasons why the Town cannot accept ownership of the Hilicrest Road.
My research of the issue confiirms that the reasons stated in the letter are still true
today. !f you and your neighbors would be interested in forming a benefit dist�ict for
tf�� bonding and debt necessary to br�ng the road up to standard, the Town m€ghi be
willing to study the idea. I believe the cost would be prohibiti�e, also the required right
of way would interfere with your frant yard space.
The Town Board again declines to accept ownership of this road.
Sincerely,
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Catherine Valenti�o
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T�WN 4F ITHACA
126 �AST SENECA STREET, ITNACA, N.Y. 14850
TOWN CLERK 273-�1721 HIGiiWAY 273-1656
October 31., 1995
PAAKS 273-8035 ENGINEEF�ING 273-1747
FAX (607} 273-1704
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Mr. and Mrs. Michael Barrett
113 Hillcrest Drive
Ithaca, NY 1�850
Dear Mrs. and Mrs. Barrett,
F1NAL
PLANNING 273-] 747 ZON[�!G 273-� 783
z undersrand the concerns you expressed in your Oc�ober 20, letter
about the maintenance of Hillcres� brive. The Town Board has
discussed this issue as recently as December �994 when Mrs. Doria
Higgins brought it to our atten�ion.
As you are awaxe Hillcres� Drive is not a Town road. Yt�does not
raeet Town road speci�ications that de£i.ne width of pavement and
right of way, composition of sub base, base and surface, and
drainage characteristics. These Town specifications, adopted afte�
much study and di.scussion are not arbitrary standards. They were
developed to assure �hat roads dedicated to the Town can be
efficiently and e�fectively mai.ntained at reasor�able expense �o al�
the taxpayers in the Town. ACcepting ownersh�.p of a substandard
road would invite higher taxes for aZl residents as mainten.ance and
repaix costs increased because o� poor lay out and design. To
pertorm services on a road no� owned by the �own, i.e. a p�-ivate
road, would invite legal and liabili�y issues.
For these reasons, th� Town has decline �o accept ownershzp or to
perform main�enance on Hi1.l.crest Drive. Please do not hesitate to
contac� me with any questions you may have.
ours t�uly,
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hn G. W'hitcomb
Supervisor
cc: Town Board members
Fred Noteboom, Highway Superin�endent
John Barney, A�torney for the Town
To: Catherir�e Vakentino
Tow� af Ithaca Supervisar
Ithaca Tow� Hafl
215 N. Tioga St.
Ithaca, NY 14854
Dear Ms. Valentino;
September 28, 2000
422 Dry Brook Rd.
WillssyvilEe, NY 13$64
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I would fike to bring #o your attention the dangerous nat�r� af the stretc� o�
Coddington Road that connects t#�e top of Hudson Street wfth the back entrance of
lthaca College. Ithaca College students use this stretch af Coddington at all hours of
the day and night as their main pedestrian raute to downtown Ithaca. This is
especialiy true on �r�day and Saturday n�ght wher� large numbers of them head down
to the bars and restaurants on th�a Gommons.
This one critical block of lC students' route ciowntown has no sidewalk5, �o
crasswaiks, and has very narrow shoulders wt�ich can disappear altogether in winter
conditions. Too often students wear dark ciothing render�ng them �irtually invisible to
motorEsts at dusk and nighttime. Furthermore, many dQ not k�ow which side af the
raad to walk an (+e: facing oncoming tra#fic) res�iti�g ir� their being unaware of
approaching trafficldar�ger.
I know this sit�ation because my parents ha�a li�ed on Troy Road since 1970,
and I have tra�eled this route co�ntless times over the yea�s. The situation has only
gotten worse with the increasi�g studen# popufation at Ithaca Coflege and the
relentless de�e�opment on T�oy and Coddingtor� Roads. Coddington Road is no
longer just a back road way info town for a har�d#ul of rural reside�+ts, but is now a
ma�or thoroughfare. Yet the only safety change in this situatinn in 30 years has been
the installatian by the City af a stop sign at tt�e top of Hudson St. at the behest a#
Hudsan St. rasider�ts a�d Sauth Hill School parents. Little seems to ha�e been done
t+a make t�e Coddingto� b�ock safer for college pedestrians.
To put it plainly - t�is btock needs sidewalks. Wide ones, an oth sides of the
street. There should afsa be clearfy pa�nted crasswalks and farge ped xing signs at
bath th�e Ithaca Cal�ege entrance �nd the Hudson St. stop sign. The si#uation as it
stands now is a tragedy waiting to happen. Ar�yo�e with common sense coulc� tell you
that it is onfy a matter of time before a ser�ous accident, in�ury ar fatafity occurs.
The o�erwhelming majority of peopie that use this route are IC students, their
desti�atior� is to sperr� their money in downtown City of It#�aca businessas, and the
section of raad in q�estion �ies in the Town of Ithaca jurisdiction - so al� three entities
� wou�d seem ta have a vested interest in dealing with this problem and need to work
together to do so - the saoner, the better. It is my persona! opinion that �thaca Coilege
should foat the bulk of t�e bilE #or the sidewaE�cs and main#ain them in the winter since
their students would certaiRiy be the main benefic�aries. 5urely, in amongst the
millipns the College i� �nvesting inta it's new buildings and campus ir�fr�5tructure it can
f9nd several thousand doilars for such a worthy project that would 5o cleariy benefit it's
studer�ts. The city, �aiuing the maney IC siuden�s spend downtawn, could mo�e thir�gs
along by offering to contribute financlakly and/or by taking care of the Hudson St. end
of things. T�e Town needs to do wh2�tever it ean to expedite a resolution ta i#�is
im�ortar�t sa#ety issue, regardless of who pays #or what_
If you are already addressing this issue I thank you and requsst informatio� on
what is being done and w�at the time lir�e is. ff not�i�g is being dnne, piease fet me
knaw what it will take to get this iss�e on the agenda. TF�ank you for your trme and
consideration.
Sincerely,
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Monica BosworthVtscuso
cc: Peggy Wil�iams - Ithaca Call�ge President
Afar� Cohen - City o# ithaca Mayor
cor�r�ELL
U IV E V E it S I T Y
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Ms. Catherine Valenti�io
Supe�-visor, Town ol�Tthaca
215 North Tioga Street
Ithaca. New York 14$50
Subj�ct: North Campus Yressure Reducing Statian
Dear Ms. Valentii�o:
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The ne��� Presstire Reducin� Station located along Pleasant Grove Road �cross from tl�e
Has�roucic Apartnients is neat�ing cuti�pletio�i. This station «ill allow flow from tllc
Bolton Point tra��s�nission main to augment tk�e C'or��ell hi�k�-pressure waEer distribution
system at times wfier� the pressure in tlle Carnell system is inadequate. 'I"his project 11as
been included on the fist of Iz�tegrated Water System capital imgrovements.
Within the station are four meters, three of which will record flow fi•or�3 the F3olton Point
transmission main to Corneil. The lourth ►neter will record #low trom Corneii to the
transmissioi� �i�in. It is mv understandin� that, for purposes of billin�, Cornell will read
the ineters a�ld provide the inforrnatioii to the Tawn of itllaca for billing purposes.
Further, I u�iderstand tllat Corneli will be biiled at the Bolton Point �iiunicipal rate. If. at
some point in the future, it is diter�alined that the operation of this station is causin� the
Town of Ithaca ta routinely accrue expenses, it �nay be necessar�� to reevaluate the hilling
rate.
Thank Vou far the Town of Itllaca's cooperatioi7 on this prqject. Witll the h�lp af�tlte
Bolton Foint stal'f', I bilieve w-e have found a���ay to ac3dress a iong-stanciin� concern in
the North Cainpl�s area. Please let ine know if you �ave any resen-ations about my above
intetpretation of the hillit�g issue oc iF you �ave a�1y c�tiestians regardin� this project. I
can be reached at 25�-3�81. �lgarn, �ha�lk ti�ou for yotkr ll�ip.
Sincerely„_
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`Ja�nes F. �'iruiigan, P.E.
Cornell Water Filter Piani Ma�lagez�/Civil Lnginc:er
cc: Daniel Walker �IeE�ry Done��
Paul Ttinison J31�les Adaii�s
Larry �arlett Jack Rueckhei��1
STATE OF NEW YORK
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Committee Members
Al�t Jay Gcrson
Waiter C.runfeld
Raben L. King
Gary Lewi
ESiza6eth LScCaughcy Ro�s
Wurcn �litofsky
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I3sv�d A S�huIz
loxph f Seymaur
Alexan6a F Trcedwell
Execvtivc DLrrrtor
Robert I Freem�
Mr. Rich DePaoio
P.O_ Box 294
Ithaca, NY 14851
3uly 21, 1998
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The t ff of h n�mi t n en v rnrr�ent i h riz i vi ini n. The
, ne suing staffadvisory o�inion is based salely upon the inform tion �resented in xour correspand�n�e.
Dear Mr. DePaolo:
I have reeeived your letter of luly 8. You have sou�ht an advisory oQi�zion concerning a
request made to the Town of Ithaca relating to "Cornell Univ�rsity's Lake Spurce Cooling proposal."
The Town, as well as other governmenta! entitkes, have been asked ta approve the proposal, and
Cornell recentfy requested that the Town change the zoning of a parcel that it awns.
When you re�uested records pertaining to the discussions and negotiations between
representatives ofthe Town and "elected or appainted representatives and Cornell University", with
the exception of audiotapes of a meeting and a hearing, the Town denied access based on its assertior�
of the attorney-client privilege and the "intra-agency exclusion."
From my perspective, wttile some aspects of the records may ]ikely be justifiably v��ithheld,
others should iikeEy be disclased. In this regard, I offer the Fallo�ving comments.
As a general matter, the Freedom of Information Law is based upon a presumption of access.
Stated differently, all records of an agency are available, except to the extent that records or partions
thereof fall within one or rtiore grounds for denia� appearing in §87(2)(a) through (i) of the Law.
�3oth of the grounds for dee�al cited by the Town are pertinent to an analysis af rights of access.
The first ground for denia�, §87{2)(a), pertains to records that are "specifecalfy exempted from
disclosure by state or federai statute." Far rnore than a century, the courts have found that legal
advice given by a municipal attorney to his or her clients, municipal officials, is privileged when i[ is
p�epared in conju�ctian with an attomey-client relationship [see e.g., Peopl�ex rel. Ut� yke �. Gilon,
9 NYS 243, 244 (1889); Fennock v. Lane, 231 NYS 2d 897, 898, (19b2); Bernkrant v. Cit,�
and Rehabilitation Administration, 242 NYS 2d 7�2 (1963}, affd 17 App. Div. 2d 392�. As such,
I befieve that a municipal attorney may engage in a privile�ed relationship with his client and that
Mr. Rich DePaolo
July 2�, I998
Page -2-
records prepared in conjunction with an attorney-client relationship are considered privileged under
§4503 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules. Further, since the enactment of the Freedom of
Information Law, it has been :found that records may be wit}iheld when the privilege can appropriately
be asserted when the attorney-client privilege is read in conjunction with §87(2)(a) o�the Law [see
e.g., Mid-Boro Medical Group v. New York City Department of Finance, Sup. Ct., Brozix Cty.,
NYLJ, December 7, 1979; Steele v. NYS Department of Health, 464 NY 2d 925 { 1983)]. Similarly,
the work product of an attorney may be confdential under §3101 of the Civil Practice Law and
Rules. �
In a discussion of the parameters of the attorney-c�ient relationship and the conditions
precedent to its initiation, it has �een held that:
"In general, 'the privilege applies only if (1} the asserted holder of the
privilege is or sought to become a client; (2) the person to whom the
comm�anication was made (a) is a member of the bar of a court, or his
subordinate anti (b) in connection witf� this communication relates to
a fact oiwhich the attorney was informed {a} by his client (b) without
the presence of strangers (c) for the purpose oi sec�ring primarily
either (i} an apinion on Iaw or (u) legal services (iii) assistance in some
legal proceeding, and not (d) for the purpose of committing a crime
or tort; and (4) the priviZege has been (a) claimed and (b) not waived
by the client"' [Peo�3e v. Be�ge, 59 AD 2d 307, 399 NYS 2d 539, 540
( I977)].
Based on the foregoing, assuming that the privilege has not been waived, records falling
within the scope of the privilege would be confidential pursuant to §4503 of the Civil Practice Law
and Re�les and, therefore, exempted from disclosure under §87(2){a) of the Freedom of Informatton
Law.
The other ground for denial o£ potential significance, §87(2){g), permits an agency to
withhold records that:
"are inter-agency or intra-agency materials which are not:
i. statistical or factual tabulations or data;
ii. instructions to staff that affect the public; �
iii. f�nal agency policy or deternunations; or
iv, external audits, including but not limited to audits performed by
the comptroller and the federaI government..."
It is noteti that the Ianguage quoted above contains what in effect is a double negative. While inter-
agency or intra-agency materials may be withheld, portions of su�ch materials consisting o�statistical
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7uly 21, 1998
Page -3-
or factual information, ins�ructions to staffthat affect the public, final agency policy or deternunations
or external audits must be made avaiiable, unless a different ground for denial cauld appropriately be
asserted. Concurrently, those portions of inter-agency or intra-agency materials that, are reflective
of opinion, advice, recommendation and the like couId in my view be withheld. It would appear that
the record in question consists of an �xpression of opinion. If that is so, it could be withheId under
§$��2){g)-
I point out that Corne11 University is neither a client nor apparently an agency in the
circumstances as you described them. As an applicant seeking an approval from the Town, there
would be no privi�ege that re�ates to the communications between the Town and Cornell. Further,
while it has been held that Cornell is an "agency" as that term is defined in §86{3) of the Freedam of
Information Law insofar as records pertain to its four statutory colIeges [see Stoll v, New York 5tate
�QIle,ge of Veterinary Medicine at CornelI University, 6b4 NYS2d 851, � AD2d (1997)], it
does not appear that Cornell is acting in the situation described as a governmental entity; on the
contrary, it appears to be acting as a private entity seeking an approval from government.
If tI�e assumption in the preceding paragraph is accura�e, §87(2}(g) would not be agpIica�Ie
with respect to communications between representatives of the Town and CornelI.
Jnsofar as the rernaining documentation falls within the scope of §87(2){g), its content would
determine the e�ent to which it must be disclosed or may be withheld. I point out that one of the
contentions offered by the New York City Police Department in a rEcent decision rendered hy #he
Court of Appeals was that certain reports could be withheld because they are not final and because
they relate to incidents for which no final deternunation had been made. The Court rejected that
f�nding and stated that:
"...we note that one court has suggested that campIaint follow-up
reports are exempt from discIosure because they canstitute nonfinaI
intra-agency material, zrrespective of whe#her the information
contained in the reports is'iactuaI data' (�, Matter oFScott v. Chief
Medica] Examiner, 179 AD2a 443, 444, �[citing Public Officers
Law §87[2] fg][ui}]. However, under a plain reading of §87(2){g), the
exemption for intra-agency material does not apply as long as the
mat�rial falls within any one of the provision's four enumerated
exceptions. Thus, intra-agency documents that contain 'statistical or
factual tabuIations or data' are subject to FOIL disclosure, whether or
not embodied in a final a�ency po�icy or det�rmination {�, Matter of
m'& ns v. N w Y rk it lth H �, 62 NY2d
75, 83, supra; �Viatter ofMacRae v. Dolce, I30 AD2d 577)..." [�ould
I New Y r i P Iic D m n, 87 NY2d 267, 276
(1996}].
In short, that records do not relate to or re#�ect a final daternunation would not represent an
end of an analysis of rights of access or an agency's obIigation to review the entirety of its contents.
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July 21, 1998
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The Court a�so dealt with the issue of what constitutes "factuaI data" that must be disclosed
under §87(2)(g}(i). Tn its consideration of the matter, the Caurt %und that:
"...Although the term 'factual data' is not defined by statute, the
meaning o#'the term can be discerned from the purpose underlying the
intra-agency exemption, which is'to protect the deliberative process
of the government by ensuring that persons in an advisory roIe [will]
be able to express their opinions freely to agency decision makers'
(Mat�er of Xerox Corn. v. Town of Webster, 65 NY2d 131, 132
[quoting Matter of Sea Crest Constr. Corp. v. Sfubin�, 82 AD2d 546,
5�9�). Consistent w'sth this iimited aim to safeguard internal
government cons�Itations and deliberations, the exemption daes not
apply w�en the requested material consists of'statistical or factual
tabulations or data' {Public Officers Law 87[2][g][i�. Factuai data,
therefore, sunpIy means objective information, in contrast to opizuons,
ideas, or advice exchanged as part of the consultative or deliberative
process of government decision ma4cing (�, Matter of Johnson
NewsFaoe�,r Corp v. Stain3camo, 94 AD2d 825, 827, afid_Qn o l�p elow,
61 NY2d 958; M�tgr ofM'ir�r� M'ile As�cs. v. YudeIson, 68 AD2d
z�6, zsl-1s2��, ��d, 2�6-2��).
As you requested, copies of this opinion will be forwarded to those identified in your letter.
I hope that z have been of assistance.
RJF jm
cc: 7ohn Barney, Town Attorney
Joan Noteboom, Town Clerk
Mary Saxton �
Cathy VaIentino
Fred Wi�cox
Sincerely,
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Robert J. Freeman
Executive Director
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T�WN �F ITHACA
126 EAST SENECA STREET, 17HACA, N.Y. 14850
i'OWN CLERK 273-1721 HIGHWAY 273-1fi56
;VIr. Rich De�aalo
P.O. Box ?94
Ithaca, New York 1�85 i
Dear VIr. DePaolo:
1998.
PARKS 273-8035 �NGINEERING 273-1747
FAX (607) 273-17C4
July 1, 19�)8
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PLAlV�IING 273-1747 ZOIVING 273-1783
T�is will acknowledge receipt of yoUr Fr��edom af Int'c�rmation R�queSt dated June 24,
The Town will make avaiIable to you the ��diotapes r�quested in items 1 and 2 af yaur
reqtiest.
Witf� respect to �he other �lement of your rec�ue5[ in item 2 requestin� transcripts of the
Town oi Ithaca Board hearina/meetin� c�k June 11. 1998, thc:re are no such transcri�ts. There are
minutes ol the mr:etin�7 which. il yau �vi5h, thc T���vn wi�l make avaiIable. Howevcr these az'e
no� written transcri�ts.
�Vith respect to item 3, the Freedom ol Infarmation Law (Public Officers Law Section 87)
4xcludes from tho5� matters available to the puhlic rccords that �'e
". .. inCer-agency or int�a-a�ency materials which are not:
(i) statistical or factual tabulatians or data;
(ii) instruclion� to staf'f that a.t#�ect th� pub[ic; c�r
fiii) final agency policy ar d�terminations. .."
The reason fc�r this exciusion is tc� foster opin ant� candici discussion amnn� public
ot'ficials and their staif. Further, discussions between the rr3emhers of the Town Board, the s�atf,
a�d thz attorneys f«r the Town are privile`��ci undtr �h� attorney-client privile�e of thc �tate of
New York. Much c�t� the infarmation that you r�c�ue5t in item 3 fails withir► the intra-aaency
exclusion or the a[torney-client privileu�. We will he happy to supply yc�u with coQies of
otticiaJ da�um�nts {a�.�reeme:nts, r�5c�lutians, and minutes) in their final torrn which represent the
Town's tiRal decision c�n these matters. Nates made by thc various �articipants in the course oi
lhc �fise:�5sians, dratt materials, and notes rclatin;� �o, prepareti fc7r, nr ret�rring tn discussians in
ne�c�tia�ion betwe�n [hc Town. i�s statt_ �ncl other persons �vould not be made available.
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Mr. Rich DePaolo
July 1, 1998
Page 2
We will assemb�e those items that we believe fall within your request which are properly
available to the public. When that has bEen comple�ed, we will call you and invite yau down
to Iook at tiie materials and you can advise us which of xhose materials you would Like to have
copied, we wi�l advise you of t.he cast of �uplicating same, and request you pay us in advance
at which tune we will then go ahead and do the copying for yau.
Because oi the �al�minous nature of the materials you have requested, an� the previo�sly
scheduled vacations of a n�mber of the persons at the Town Hall, it wi�l grobably be several
weeks before we are able to sort through the materials you requested, determine which items are
properiy available for public scnttiny, segregate thase items, and make them avai.l.able to you.
You do not hav� to wait until we have sor�ed throug� all of the materials to obtain several
of the items. We can provide yau with capies of the audiatapes and certain of the documents
you requested, such as minutes and agreements, re�atively quickly. If you would like for us to
do so, please Iet us know and we will assemble these preliminary materials for yaur inspectian,
advise you when they will be available, and, upon payment oi applicable fees, duplicate those
items that you wish.
If you have any questions, glease feel free to call us here at the Town Clerk's office.
Very tn�ly youzs,
' a� 6�
Mary J. n
Deputy Town Clerk
TOWN OF ITHACA
12F, EAST SENECA 5 i REET. ITHACA, N.Y. �4850
T4WN CLERK 273-� 721 NIGHWAY 273-1656 PRRKS 273-�035 ENGiNEERING 273-1?4i PLANNING 2i3-7 �47 ZONiNG 273-1783
FAX 50%1273-t704
Julv ?0, f 498
Mr. Wa��ne Schwar�:
313 Winthrop Dri�e
ithaca. �lew York 1-1850
RE: Draina�e Issues
Dear Mr. 5chwark:
T1iis letter is wTitten as a t'o!!ow up to our 1uh 1�, 1498 meetsn� at your pruperty on W'inihrap Dri�e. The meetin� was
prom�ted, in part, by mv letier to yau dated March 13, ! 99? re�arding 'lTlorth�ast Drainage lssues." M�� l�tter, at that time, offered
the assistance of m�� offce, in adc�ressing drainas�e as it speciticall� related to bui[dings, where water draina�e may or has occurred.
De�ring our mzeting it ti�as conciuded that you have no�. in recent �ears, zxpertenced water entering your home, but that area-
w�de site drainage flows through your proper�y's back yard. creatin« tlooding conditions. Simikarly, roadside ditc3�es in your Eront
yard overflow as well. creating flcaoding conditions. You had p�oto�raphs depicting these situations.
As a follow up to our meetin�. �au ]tave sent me a letter daied Jul� I�, 1998 and copies nf a letter dated March 1, 1997, May
1 l, 1978 and April ?4, 1978. The copies were lettess writte� ta or frorn Town ofticials. �~
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With regard to a statement you make in y�our letter dated Jul� 4�, ] 99$, I mu�t state that while I obs�rved se�eral measures ynu
have undertaken s'snce the mid 1970's ro impro�e draina�e in and arounc� �our home. thase obser�ations were noi made with
consiruction dzcails or cost ti�ures available ta mz Tor revie;v. tie�ertheless, [ agree that you havz and continue ro have legitimate
concerns that �o back twenry years and are siill unresolved. You ha�e Further indicated frustration over a lack of response trom the
Town to vour letter da[ed March 1, 1997.
1 can assure �ou that the Towm has actirel} been +,vorkins, both in th� tield and in the oi�ice, to adequatelv address the area-
wide draina�e issues in the Town�s northeast. Unrortunatciy, my ot�ice cannot provic�z ���u with any- specitic remedy to your specif'sc
issues as thev go beyond my area of �xpertise and jurisdiction: how�z�zs. your letters will be forwardecE to Dan Walker, 'Town
Engineer, and Cathy Valentino. Town Supenisor. I have also persunall� spoken �o them ahi�ut your concerns and ha�e asked Mr.
Walker to contact vou.
Should you have any questions or if 1 can be of further assistan�e. pfease don't hesit�te to call me.
5incerel� �ours.
�indrew 5. Frt�st
Director ot Building an� L�nin,
ASF�!dlh
cc: Cath� �'alentino
Dan W'aiker
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Ith�ca, New Yark 14850
3uly 15,1998
Mr. Andrew S. Fxost
Uirector of Building and Zoning
Town of �thaca
126 East,Seneca Street
Ythaca, New York 14850
Dear Mr. Frost:
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Thank yau visiting our place this morning in order to provide
yvur expertise on what we might do in order to achieve optimum
water drainage from our property. As I understand it, you agree
with our assessment that the numerous, expensive conective
measures we have undertaken since the mid 197Q's have improved
ci�ainage in the immediate pxoximiry of onr house but that the
fundamental problem remains an inadequate and unreliable ditching
system to allow drainage from our prop�rty, particularly when these
are plugged wit� snvw and ice in heavy winters.
As you suggested, I am fa�rzng correspondence going back to the
1970's which documents this situation. F include a eopy af my Ietter
o� March 1, 1997 to Mr. Dan Wallcer, �opies of which were sent to his
colleagues. To my surprise, non� a� the addressees ever responded to
this latter.
I reaiize that this matter may b� aut af your unmediate
juri.sdiction but I hope you will encaurage those wha m$y be ab�e �o
pro�ide some assistance to eontact us.
Sincarely,
Wayne S, Schwark
P.1
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Ithaca, New Yo�k 7 4850
N{arch Z , � 997
Mr. Dan Walker
Town Engineer
Town of lthaca
Z 26 East Seneca Streat
Ithaca� New Yorlc 14850
Dear Mr. Walker:
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We are writing in fo�low-up to the Tvwr� Meeting dealing with the
Northeasr d�ainage problem whicf� was f�eld ort the evening of February
25th. We appreciate the Towr� Board pro�id�ng the oppartunity for us to
vQice our Concerns. While it is �pparent t�at there are major new
difficulties, we wou�d like to reitera�te the specific drainage problems
on our property which ha�e existed since we maved into the neighborhood
in � 972. We have Consulted wit� various peaple �rom the 7own Board
includir�g, most recerttly, Mr. Fred Noteboom over the past 25 years.
The fundament�l problem pn 4ur property at 313 Winthrop Dri�e is
twofold. Our back yard is a�ow spot which serves as � �ollection point
for water draining down the hil! from back yards between Winthrop aRd
Simsbury Drives. After hea�y rainfal[s and with snow me�t our yard
becomes a �srtuat �ake, the exit for the water being between our proper�y
� and 3� i Winthrop to tl�e dttch on the soc�ti� side of Winthrop Drive. This
egress becomes unreliable in heavy winte�s unEess, as we have done
mar�y times in the past, a path for the draining water is s�ovelled
through the snow pa�k.
The ather major deFic�ency with the current drainage system �s the
un�eiiability of the ditches and culverts on t�e south s�de o� Winthrop
Dri�e during the winter manths. In winters with heavy precipitation the
ditches become filled with snow and m�ny o# the cuiverts� particulariy
t�e one under our dri�eway, be�ome cfogged with �ce. Runoifi from a rapid
tt�aw and/or rainstorm therefore overwhelms the ditching system and,
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P.3
since our driveway slopes down from Win�throp Dri�e to our house, we are
vulr�erab[e to wate� jumping the ditch and being d�verted directly into
our house.
As we see it, we would appreciate assistance in solving two concerns. 1.
Most �mportant�y, find some solution to the winter probfem with the
ciitching in f�o�t of our property whereby it can be re�ied �pon to dra�n
water during periods of rapid runaff. 2. Find some system to effectively
drain off the accumulating water in our bacic yard.
Over the years we have spent se�eral thousand doilars in attempt's to
rectify what has aiw�ys been a poor drainage system in our neighborhood.
Financial considerations aside, Lhe emotionai turmoil from anticipation
during flaodirtg situatior�s has had untoid consequenc�s on our well-be�ng.
As we approach our mid-50's, it is becoming inreasRngly difficult and
unfair for us to be force�, due to an improper�y designed drainage
system, to sho�el snow and s��sh during a h�a�y winte� rainstorm in
order to divert water �rom ouf property.
We anxiously await your reply and a5sistar�ce in final�y f�nding a
permanent solution to tF�ese concerns.
, xc: Catherine Valer�tino
�red Noteboom
Da�e K1ein
Sincerely,
Wayne and ponna Sct�wark
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To� oF ITSACA
l�b EAST S6NECA STR��f'
RHAGA, N�1N YOitK
14�50
3day lZ , 1978
Mr. and Mrs. W. Schwark
313 Winthrop Drive
ithaca, rrY L4s5a
Re: Drainage and Topo Ma�
Dear Mr. and Mrs- 8ch�rark:
P.4
EnoZo�ed plea�e f ind the �opography �dap prepa,�ed by
MiehaeZ Oce110 and Hob Bonnel� ai my staff �or approxa.mately
$00 �ee� a�.ong the back lot 1a.net� cammon ta houses �roating
on �rfnthrap D�iv� and 8�tnsbury Dxzve in your arga. Xn
studying the map the numbers shown are highe� #or h�gher
eleva�a.on� but ha.ve po bearing to a.ny abso�.ute e7.evation
above sea IeveZ.
The shaded s.rea approxi�ate�.y showe the lim�.�s o� a
I.oca�ized Iow area �urraunded by highex e7.evations almast
�otally on your prdperty. This grading deficiency, com-
pounded by �he Rhinebeck silt Zoam and Hud�on si�.ty c��y
loam, which are poox�y dr�,ina.ng sofls, are sure�y contri-
bu�ing to most of your problem. Xvu will note an eleva�ion
o� 9�..78 near the sapling denated in youx backy�.rd and an
elevat�.on o� 87..76 at the d�.tch Iine in front v� your house.
The exposed tile drain not on�.y does not have enough grade
�oward the stree�, but alao ie not cover�d by enou�h sail
to preven� �rost fxom penetrating around it and hea.ving �.�
out of th� gro�nd, as z� zs presently. In shar�, qou axe
the 1ow spo� on a terrace wzth lit'�1.e i� ao grade fox sur-
face runo�� and littl� permeability fQr the eoil to absorb
surface water an site.
� Any impravement will not comple�e].y elirninate the soggy
ground prob7.ems resulting �z�om h�.gh annual water table, soil
moisture �onten�s, and Zow soil permeab�iity o:f the area but
;shouZd heip.
'�• The al�ernati,�es, all d�,���.cuZt or expensive, appear td
be as fo7.].ows :
1. Construct a storm sewer along laack 1at lines a1.1
the waq to Simsbury Dr�v� where it runs north--
south. TnZets at �.ow and wet spQtg woul.d connEet
�o this sew�s, This wou].d d�ain ma�� of �he sur-
�ace water.
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Mr. and Mrs. 8chwark
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May Z�. , I978
2. Cons�xuct s per�orated pfpe ia a gra,vel ditch
along back ].ot x.ine all the way to Si�msbury Arive
where i� runs north-so�th. Late�ral drains wouzd
be cons�ructed to the gr�veZ ditch. If construc--
�ed below frost line, thi� would drain most o�
�he auriace watier year rounc3, and, to a certazn
extent, provide drzer 8ur�ace conditzons �or
backyard�. The major pxoblem is �ha� numerous
para�leZ l�.�era� draias wauld be required in the
existing soil ta provide any signi�icant drop in
�oil wetnass.
A.5
3, Eithe� of the first two al�ernatives wouZd alsb
work i.� ca�rried as 3ar as the west boundarp a�
309 W3nthrap, �hen outletting to Win�hrop or the
ea�t baundary.o� 1.�6 simsbury, then outiletting to
Simsbury. 116 seems �o have a prob].em so �hey may
be the more cooperative in a neighborhood appraach
to �Che problem.
4. If �he en�zre area beZow elevatzon 94 were raised
�0 94, you oou7.d achieve posz�ive sur�ace drainage
to Winthrop Drive, but �here would stizl. be insuf�i-
ca.ent subsur�aee drainage and your ce�i7.ar would re-
m$in as a we� weYl.
5. �f the entire area beloar el.evation 83 were ra�.aed
to 93 yau might sti.lJ. develop acceptabJ.e pos�.ti.ve
surface dra�nage with frequet�t hand maintenan.ce • to
Winthrop Drive s,long your west propextq 1ine.
Secondly, through a 6erre$ a� Iarge and deep �.nter-
connected dry wells with sux�ace drains sadi.ating
ou� into the baek �ard and a sump pump p�mAzng out
of the 7.owest dry well to th� atreetdi�ch, you may
b� able to drain your yard, remove excess surf ace
a,nd subsurface wa�er, and change the point o� �ocus
of floodi.ng �rom your basement and garage to the
drywel 1. s .
Alter�atives 1 and 2 wou�.d be the most permanen� and
e���ctive �or �be area since gravity fJ.ow is uti].iz�d, but
wauXd require a neighborhood e��ort. Alterna.tive 5 vvoul.d pro-
bably be the quickest to aCcompllsh as �t is s�l on your
pxoperty.
I wouid be happy ta clari�y any o� the above alte�natzves
w�th �urther d�taiZ and I hope �his zu�orma�ion wiZ7. help you
i�n dec�.ding on a courae o� action to sal.ve an unpl.easant situa�
tion. W�th both Simsbury �nd Winthrop highex than the back
yards, ther� �$ no easy soZutxon.
LPF/n�
8in erely
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Lgw��nce P. Fabbx�onf, P.E.
Town Engineer
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TO�N oF �TBA�A.
ts6 EAS7 SENECA S7REET
ITHACq, NEVY lfOilK
14850
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Apr�l 24� X978
pear Homeowner:
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•-• `-"'�' Sevexal homeowners in the neighborhood have experienced
severe �looding and Continual Wet weather pxob�em� over the
past �ew years and part�cu�arly during the paet wiater thaws.
In order �o give these individua,Is ari overa3.� picture o� the
neighboxhood backyard drainage pat�erns and topography from
which to puxeue their own private so�uti�ns eith�r indfvi-
dually ar co7.�ectivel.y, Mike Ocel.].o and Bob Bonnell o� our
sta�� are conducting a topographic survey o� huilding ].oca- .
tf.ons, grades, and drainage paths.
As a result of the survey we wi�� prooide each o� you
with a map of the area iar youx own passing iaterest or.
ac�ive use.
Thank you for your understandin� and cooperation �.n th�.s
ma�tter .
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Town Eng�.neer
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Ca�hy Valentino
mown Supe�visor
126 E. Seneca St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Cathy,
Folks in the town engineering depa�tment have sugges��d r
wri�� you directly concerning water and sewer district
ass�ssments in my 1998 tax notice. They wexe ur�able to supply
the information.
Inquiry # 1
Why is a sewer distr3ct assessment included for 1998 when
none has ever previously been asse�sed?
There is no sewer line on my property on the Slater�ille road
where I am a lang--time resident. When the dis�.rict was
created, a��ne was laid along �he north side of the road,
which is not acce�sibie to me. No line was laid along the
south side between Common Land and the city reservoir
prop�rty. A par�ial sou�h side line was constructed at a
latEr date �o serve the duplexes constructed by Common Land.
I do not know why this was not extended to the city prQperty
which my land abuts. i can only assume someone decided
potential use and revenue did not justify constructioz� costs.
T am certainly not averse to accessing a line were it
exter4ded over my property but I have a very bi.g problerrz in
paying for a service that has never existed. I would
appreciate your review of this situation.
Znquiry # 2
[����y were the number of water anci sewer units assic�ned to the
property increased in 1998 from the number existing since the
beginning of the districts?
The engineering people said this is a very murky area. After
reading a copy of the 1981 benefit formula they supplied I
conclude this is an understatement. � know th� formula has
been rewarked and am n�t knowledgeable about how either the
original formula or any changes apply to my number. However,
several changes to my prope�ty s�nce the district was createc�
logica�ly suggest the assigned number should have decreased
rather than increased.
z refer to the factis that (1) original frontage was decreased
by sta�e acquisition �or road improvement and (2) that recen�
development of the'Szx Mile Conservation District exc�udes
over two-�hirds of the zncluded acreage from any possibZe
benefit use. I have no way of knawing whether these were
included factors �n the new number calculation.
I a�so think section 13 0� the original formula concerning
�oxznula variance tor physical proper�y attributes migh� a�so
meri� consideration. One of the town planners advised me tha�
res�rictions due to topography, slope and xoad access would
make any division or development of the pxopexty vir�ually
impossible. �'ve n�ver even considered this but zt obviously
influences property value and projec�ed benefit use by �u�ure
owners.
Si.ncerely yours,
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Ca�� C. Lowe
1517 Slaterv�i�le Rd.
Copy �.o: Mary Bryan�
Town Supervisor
Catherine Valentino
March 19, 1998
Kenneth W. Lansing, President
Cayuga Heights Police Bene�olent Association
PO Box 4746
Ithaca, NY � 4850
Dear K�nneth,
Ithaca. Mr i4ssa
l26 E_ Sen�ca St.
b07-273-1721
I do not understar�d why your membership is disappointed over a plan that would
provide increased protection for our children. Our children are put at risk by dr�g
dealers, kidnappers, and those who chaose to commit violent crimes. U�fa�funately,
famiiies must fear for the safety of their ci�ildren on schoaf grounds and the paths to
and from school.
Children can na longer enjoy the feeling af safety that many of us had during our
chEldhood. That is �ery sad, ta say the least. Peopke who wouid harm our children are
not concerned with boundaries or jurisdictions. That puts us at a disadvantage in our
efforts to reduce t�ese harrible crimes.
I am well aware of the outstaRdi�g work of t�t� Cayuga Heights DARE program, and
ather programs you pravide or sponsor far the children in the northeast area of the
Town of lthaca. My grandchildren have #�een involved in some of these ar�d I have
�aersonally followed the DARE program. Your programs are of the highest guality and,
more importantly, the children seem to derive a great deal of information and
satisfaction from }�articipating ir� th�m.
We are more than wiafing to work as a"team" with a11 concerned parties. I belie�e the
best way for this to happen is throug� the Drug Task Force. The Town o# Ithaca has
investigated this program and other options. In fact, prior to proposing ti�e agreement
with tne City Po�ice Department, 1 contacted the New Yaric State Police and they felt it
was an excellent idea.
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KennetY� W. Lansing,
Cayuga Heigl�ts Police Benevoient Assn.
Mar�h 19, 1998
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I did not call Sheriff Emery Guest directly about ihis proposal because he had informed
the Town of Ithaca s�veral times a�out his staffing prablems. It was also my
understanding that the Tompkins Caunty Sheriff's Department was represented at Drug
Task Force meetings where #his proposal was discuss�d.
Sheriff Guest has been asked to provide assistance with traffic contral on town roads.
In particular, having a patrol car at the �eWitt School crossing to �nfarce speed
�ialators. He informed us he woUld have diff�c��ty providing this assistance beca�se of
staffing constraints. It was �ecessary for us to seek this assistance from the New York
State Police. They c�mplied, and have on several occasions issued numerous
speeding citations at this location.
ft is very clear this agreement is the fastest and most affecti�e way to prflvide additional
pro#ection for our children. The discussions for improvement and "team work" can
continue. The cor�tract with the City Police Departm�nt ends a� Decemt�er 3�, 199$,
and if there is a better method we would be more than happy to discuss any proposal
brought forth. In the meantime, if anly ane child is saveci from drug addictian,
kid�a�ping, or viofent crime this agreement will ha�e proven its value to th� community.
� would like to put a stop to this unfortunate °rumar mill", by assUring yo� we do not
intend to re�lace the excellent pragrams yau provide at the Northeast ScF�ool. We da
not intend to change or takeaver jurisdictian af any other polEce agency. Why a simple
agreement allowed by New York State io begin immediate additionaf pratection for our
children has come under such misinformation and ridicule is very disturbing and
discouraging to me.
We should be focusing on the real issue, the health anc� well being of our childreR not
on promoting misinformation, r�mar and unfounded fear of invading jurisdictions. To d�
so only plays into the hands af tf�ase who would do harm in our community.
We must wark toget�e� naw for the benefit and safety of aur ci�ildren becaus� the
consequences of any alternatives that delay this needed protection is unacce�tab�e.
Si�cerely,
(�L�1�.<,1.�.,,w. ✓�.� -,�.�:-�:
Catherine Valentino
Supervisor
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Nathan WiNe
212 Muriel St.
It�aca New York �4850
Cathy Vafentina, Town Super�isor
Town Hall
126 E. Ser�aca St
Ithaca New York i 4850
Dear Cathy Vaientino,
I would like you to cansider doing somethir�g a�out t�e school crossir�g on
Warre� Road. I am a loyal Bay Scout and an honor role student at DeWitt Middle
School in sExth grade, and once when my friend and I tried to cross that stree# with a
crossing guard standir�g there with the sign up a car barely missed us. Wouid �t take a
student fatality and a crossing guard going to therapy for the rest of #I�eir fife to get
some thing done abo�t this accider�t waiting to happen.
One way to make a lot oi money from this danger zone is to ha�e a paEice car ir�
the ex�t of the bus Ioop and catch any one that is speeding. Afso a speed bump would
be helpful. one thing tF�at may be a bit expensive but safer wou�d be a bridge that
goes o�er the road. Thes� are �ust a�ew options to consider.
Sincereiy, ���
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Nathan WilEe
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Ithaca, NY 14840 --1926
December � 3, 1998
Catherine Valer�tino
Town of Ithaca Supervisvr
Z 26 �. Ser�eca St.
Ithaca, NY i 4$SO
Mrs. Valentino:
AGENDA IT�M ��6d
214 Sapsucker woods Rd, #2A
607. 257.4969 DNEI5H1 @TWCNY.RR.COM
I have five topics f wish to address:
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First: The lead story In the latest edition of the town's news letter by Mr. Kline was of
great interest, however, it is my opir�ion, that once again t�e town income property owners
have been shortchanged.
Ch�rges for water and sewer within this current farmuia adopted by the town board on
September 8th, do not level the playing field for the town income property owners, who, for
years �ave been over paying for water and sewer service, they will contir�ue to do the same.
Example: persons who live in large single family homes with six bathrooms ar�d sEx members
in the household, will be charged a 4N� UNIT TAX for water and sewer service plus use
charges, �ust as in the past. However, an income property, consistir�g of four separate units
with four full bathrooms and two haff bathrooms totaf, while occupied by or��y five tenants
for the entire buEldi�g, will still be required to pay a FOUR UNlT TAX for water and sewer
service pl�s use charges. fs this a r�ew formula? No. Es this equitable and fair for the income
property owner? No. Afl charges and fees should be based solely upon usage, not the
number of �nrts i� a building or on a property.
Secor�d: A cost increase of 63 cents per thousand dollars of assessed property value �or
fire protection is unac�ceptable. The town �as bEen, and continues to be, heid hostage by
the city of fthaca and it's fire regimen. I am sUre you are aware that for the last ten years,
the single largest increase in the town tax rate has been for f�re protection. The town has
never received from the Ithaca fire department what it was payi�g for ar�d probabiy n�ver
wi1l. The Ithaca fire depa�-tment is doing and givir�g less, w�ile at the same time, teiling the
Town of �thaca and city more is need�d. When the fire department does not get what the
wish fist ca!!s for, they revert to the �ong standing hot button topic "it's a life safiety issue"
thinking this is sure to sway all involved to cave in to their dem�nds. This pattern must
come to ar� end. M�ch cfaser scrutiny needs to be placed on the internai workings of the
fire department. It is, in my op+nion, not�ing more than a management problem. You and
others should be very surprised in what is found with regards to staffing ar�d personnel,
assuming access is ever gair�ed. However, I feel you are on the right track in your
expioration of other options for fire protection. Do not be bulli�d, thE city of ithaca needs
the Town of Ithaca more than the Town of Ithaca needs the city Ithaca.
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� Third: Since purchasing a Sapsucker Woods Rd. four unit ir�come p�operty in 1990, and
abiding by the OWNER OCCUPANCY deed restrictions imposed by the Town of Ithaca. k
have witnessed �axes incre�5e at a factor many times greater �han the rate of inf�a�ion,
witnessed no �mp�oveme�t in services deli�ered �o my property, (after repeated at�empts
to ha�e the ditch in front of my property cleaned) while property val�es decline faster than
other income property in the town. Why? Owner occupancy de�d restrictions imposed by
� the Town of Ithaca. Given the Town of Ithaca's jr�abilitv and or �� ' aness to enforce the
existing owner occupancy deed restrictions as written, which we�e established, albeit for no
� other reason, thar� to "make things tough for Rocco Lucente" this is a direct quote from a
. town board member who helped draft the restriction. I would �i[ce to suggest the Town of
Ithaca begin exp�oring options, which would remo�e the owner occupancy d�ed restrictions
from the Sapsucker Woods Rd four unit homes.
There are many ways the town of Ithaca co�ald exercise measures of control to assure the
qualiiy vf living in ti�is t�e area, if this is really what the Town of Ithaca is concerned about.
� Owner occupancy has nof worked•, existing deetl- restrictions have- done iittie more-than�- ---- -
expedite ti�e devaluation of real property values and forced people to loose their property,
�this is not what zon�ng was adopted to do. I would like to purchase additiohaf untts, but that
is not possible with �he zonir�g laws as written. Removing the owner occupancy deed ������•
restrictions, would be a simple and �logical way fo� the Town of lthaca to F�elp increase the ��
property values. ln addition to reversing a prior boards shortsighted pol�cies, a�oid an
extended and costly legal er�tanglement, which u��imately, the town knows is forth com�ng
and will not win. . This wouid be beneficial for aff parties involved.
Fourti�: 1 have become extr�mely concerned abo�t the amount of Town resources and
funds, which have been earmarked for �he parks department. At a time when revenues are
decfining, assessments are falling; does the expansion of the parks department, however
well intentioned, need to be at these ievels of funding? Closer scrutiny of the parfcs
department with a�ocus on the le�e� of fvnding and service provided is critical.
Fifth: Purchase of the Post Office for the new town haq, even though, not the first
choice was� a great accomplis�me�t, E commended all persons in�olved: -
I look forward to your input.
Sincerely,
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David R. NeisF�
Town S�pervisor
Catherine Valentino
January 27, 1999
David R. Neis�
2�4 Sapsucker Woods Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Mr. Neish,
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126 E. Seneca St.
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Thank you for your letter and concern for town issues. We are re�iewing funding for the
expansion of iown parks, and will anly recommend growth in our yearly budgets that are
in line wit�h our re�enues.
We did loak at water and sewer fees based saieEq upon usage, b�t then praperty
owners with �nde�eloped parcels would not be paying their share of the cosi of the
benefit. We are go�ng to again review thase fees this year.
You are correct, aur fire protection is �ery expensive. Exp�oration of options t�egins in
March and changes will be in place by the end of this year.
The owner occu�ancy deed restrictior�s have been, and continue to b� a serious
�robfem as yau know. As you suggested, we should be looking at a better way to
control the real problems that larger un�t housing creaies.
Thank you again for your thaughtful letter. We are very excited about the post office
building becoming our new Town Hall. We will can#inue to wo�k on th� issues you
raised, and take your helpful camments inta cansideration.
Sincere�y,
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ithaca, New York 14852
Supervisor Cathy Valentino
Town c�f Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 14550
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The Cayuga Hei�hts Police Benevolent Association is tt�e �ion of the unaform force of
the palice d�partment. At a recent meeting of the union, it was made very clear by our
memberskup of the dasappointrzaent in the actioza of the Ithaca Tow�n Boarci regarding the
pian of placing Ithaca Police Officers in the Nartheast, DeWitt, and Boy�nton Schools.
The Village of Cayuga Heights for the past 9 years have provided officer(s) to the
Northeast School providing "DARE" instruction. Our officers{s) a�so provide instruct�on
an Bicycle Safety, Halloween Safety and a j uvenile softball team for the stuc�ents of the
Northeast School. As you Can guess, afficers also provide "co�nseling" as needed to the
children of the Northeast area. The Cayti�a Heights P.B.A. has been able to provide this
service to the Northeast Town of Ithaca with the strong baeking of the Cayuga Heights
Vil�age Board. The Vil�age Board has provided the salanies of the a�cers �o instruct the
students of the Northeast. The P.B.A. �ias also provided our dues money a�ang with
commtinity danations to purchase the n�ec�ed supplies.
We as the members of the Cayuga Heights P.B.A. want to express our deeg concern of
the project that the Town Board is proposin�. We are concernea that t'rie Tow� of Ithaca
has nat thorou�3y investigated what progams are being presented pr�sent�y. We aze
a�so concerned that the area palice agencies, Tompkins County SherifFs Departrrtent,
New York State Police and ourselves were not involved in this endeavor. The Village of
Cayu�a Heights has an a�reement with the Sheriff's Department to provide these services
outside our jurisdiction.
We the znembership of the PoIice Benevolent Association asks the Town af Ithaca to
reconsider their action and work as a teain �y-�th alI eoncern parties. We as a team can
provide tY�e best possible pro�rams to ali the students in the Tow�n of Ithaca.
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Northeast School
�thaca City Common Co�ncil
Sincerely, .
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Kenneth W. Lansing
President
Town Supervisor
Catherine Valentino
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May 27, 1997
Henry Doney
Directar of Utilities
Cornell University
Facility and Campus Services
Humphrey's Service Buildfng
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Route 36� Water Line Impro�ements
Dear H�nry,
lthaca, NY 14850
1�6 E. Seneca St.
bQ7-273-1721
As a follow up to our tefephone conversat�on concerning the water line on Route 366.
Cornell University needs to transfer title and interest in the water line to the Towrt of
�thaca. After completion of those transfers, Supervisor Schug and 1 will sign the
agreements. Then ti�e Town of Dryder� will pay Cor�ell University their share of the
cost.
Should you require anything further from the Town of Ithaca, please do not hesitate to
cantact m e.
Sincerely,
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Catherine Va�entino
S�pervisor
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cc: James F. Schug, Supervisor Town af Dryden
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Supervisor
Tc�wn af Cthaca
126 �. S�neca 5t.
Ithaca, NY 14850
llear C:athy:
385 Savage �arm Dr.
Ithaca, NY 14850
December 24,1997
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We are in t��e proc�ss c�f selling our property at 149 IVorthview Road. As we
near the end c�f th� Iegal pr��cesses, we've foui�d sever�i fea�ures c�f practice in the
To�,� Planr�rtng and Znning offices to be quite �n�rotis, costing us addi#ional time
and a substantial financial ��er�alty (already severa] hu��dr�d doliars, with tlle ��neter
still running) for w�at seems to us to be very little public purpose. Whi�e we
suspect it is to❑ la#e to take any actior�s which would ame�iorate ou�- situatian, we
hope very much that you might find �t appropriate ta ta�k with t�e relevant Town
c�fficers about som� app�����riafe nzodi�ications in procedures f�r adlninistering the
regulations goveming planning and zaning decisions -- far the benefit of residents
w�a might run intc� a similar buzz saw in t11� f�iture.
Here's the situation. It comes in two separate parts. (1) Several �f the old lots
on Nc�rthvier,v Road, irte�udin�, ours and the 1c�t �f ot�r neighbQrs, Narnn and Maty
Rollins, had quite peculiar st�apes, w�ith the property iines rneeting the I�lorthview
Road right of way at very ob�tyue angles. As we �pproached a sa�e of the pr�peY-ty,
we had agreed to sell a triangu�ar siiver of land t❑ the Rollins, to make more natural
lot packages. tOui-� wot�id remain al 0.8$ acres fo�lt�wing the sale, �zo variances in
setbacks requTred.) It turned out that such a sate req�ir�s going thraugh a
subdivision appr�val process. While this seemed a bit of overici]I for the nature of
the transa�tion, we've fai�hfu�ly foilowed through on that. Apparent�y, such a
change can r�ot be dUne adrninistratively, but r�quires an actua] Pianning Board
hearing. �irst questian: Does �t reatly make sense for cr-anlc up a ftali review process,
( including, amo»g �ther things, 25 copies c�f a surv�y map? (Yes, the numher is really
25. I would think 5ome disc�-etior� might be delega#ed to appropriate Town off3icers.
{2} It is the second difficulty, which has just arisen, which seems to us to make
no sense at all. Our reeent survey by C. W. Brashear sli��ws #he cc�rner of the
dwelli��� to be 23� ft. fi-czm the "apprc7ximate streef line," thus �ailing fhe 25 ft.
setback regulation. Evidentiy we must make application to #he BZA #or a hearing, tc�
reques# a variance, in arder ta iegally cnmplete the sale of the pr�perty -- rnore
do2lars, mare paper, more tit�e.
At the time the house was built {�956), the recorded information evidently
gave the distanc� at 25+ ft. We are talkitig �bout a passib9� discrepaney of a foot nr sca
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in a property wt�ich has sat in that situation for 49 years. (t say "possible
discre�aai�c�' becaus� in my eonversations to date, �t is n�t �ven clear that an one
knaws the positic�i� af the edge of the Towri right-�f-way to an accuracy of �* 1 ft.)
Hut let's assume that the 23 ± l ft, is th� correc# number. We da understand
tt�at a certain amount o# retroactive nit-picking is n�cessary in order to sustain the
strength af the znning and building codes. Sut, can it �ssibi rnake sense t� go
thraUgY� a fu�l review with sonle s��bset of valuable v�lunteers on the BZA, with all
of the accompanyin$ tirn� ar�d o�€�ice wark 'tn kh� Tc3wi�, and the e�cEra time ar�d
money for us? (�n aur si#uation time is inoney, in the fomi of legal fees and ather
casts of delay in final transfer af the property.} Sure�y, it could be arran�ed far such
situations to be managed administrativety by compe#ent Town ❑fficers.
cc: Phi�ip Win�
Sfncerely,
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Don and Barbara Holcomb
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Town S�pervisor
Ca�herine Valentino
Februarv �. 199$
Don and Barba:ra Holcamh
38� Sa��a�e Farm Drive
It�aca. Ne��� York i�8�0
Dear N1r. and y1rs. Ho[comb:
Ithaca, NY 14850
12b �. Seneca St.
607-Z73-[ 72I
Thank ��ou for your letter da[c:d December �-�. 1��8, regarding your property at 1� i
Northvi��v Raad and the T��4-n of �tl�ac�'� zo�in� and subdivision re�iew procedures.
Let mG tirst say that the proczdures that ��ou had to �o through were set by the Tow-n
Board ancf are standard procedures for all a.ppiicants �fio submit proposals to th�
Plannin� and Quiiding and Zonir�� Departments. I am sarry that you found th�
procedures to be c�nerous. As currentl�- set up, the Plannin� and Buifding and 7_oning
Departments do not have discretionar� autharit�� to ���ai�°e the kjnds of procedural
requirernents that you are describin��. 1Jl'hile vou ma�� not see a puhlic purpose in these
procedures, a benetit that resu�ted can be st�n in th� fact that vou now have a more
accurate survey, on record in th� County' and To.h'n Clerks" Offices, describin� your
propert}� at 1�1 Northview Roac�. These kinds of accuratc: records are important for
present and futur� landowners throughout the Town of Ithaca.
In re�ard tv your specific subdi��ision pro�osal, th� "division of any parcel of land into
two or more lots, plots, site� or othes cfi��isions of l�nd, for imr�led�ate ur fiiture use, sale
or transfer" is dztined as a"subdivision" in th� To�a�n af Ith�ca Subdivision Re��ulations_
and requires the subt�ission of a 5urveyed plat for approval bv the Plannin� Board. There
F�as beer► some discussion b�� the Tu���n Board abc.�t�t the possil�ilit�- of ��cemptin� simple
lot iine changes, such as you proposed. from the tull Plannin� Board suhdivision approval
process. Hawever, to date, th�r� has not been :� cnnsensus that suc� a cllang� in
procedures �vould be in the best interests of thz Town. -Chis is an area that coulci be
pursued #urther with the Ta«�n Board. S�me �ommunities do ha��e "minor subdivision'�
review procedur�s, which are handled admini�tratively� by the To«-n Pl�u�ner and/ar Tow�n
Engineer. For rlow, how-ever, tl�e T�wn �nust follo�v th� �;stabltshed laws, ��hich reyuire
apprc�val b}- the Plannin� Board. Even if the Tc���n wzre ta adopt "minor subdi��isian��
revie�y� procecfures, it is lif�e[� that st�cil procedures ��uuld still require tlle submission of'a
survey�ed plat prepared by a certiti�ci Iand sur��evc�r or zn�in��r, so ihat th� approved plat
could be #iled in the Count�� Clerk�s Ofiice. .a� tu the sub�nissian reyt�irem�nt ut���
copies of the sur��e�� map. this is specitic:�i in our adopted subdi�-isiun appro�-a1 checklists.
w�ich are containec� in the Suhc�ivisic�n Rzt�ulaticins. �nd ar� b�sed on th� actual num�ier
w�hich the Town needs to send to th� appropriate m��ilin� fist (e.�.. Planning Board
tnembers, staff, County Pl�nnint� Department_ Conservatiarl Board. T«�tin Board
mem6ers �ti�ho as�: to be on the mailing list, etc.1
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In regard to the matter that went to the Zoning Board of Appeals, there is absolutely no
discretion possible on the part of the Town staff to waive a Zoning Ordinance
requirement, such as the front yard setback variance which you requested. Once an
accurate, up-to-date survey is done in conjunction with a proposed subdivision, which
includes a yard or other dimension that does not conform to those required in the Zoning
Ordinance, then the only way to legalize those proposed lots is to obtain a variance from
the Zoning Board of Appeals. Indeed, rr�any cases before the ZBA involve requests
similar to yours. This stems not only from the Town's Zaws, but directIy from the State
enabling Iegislaiion which grants towns the a�tthority to enact zoning. Again, even if the
Town Board were to enact "minor subdivision" review authority such as tha� described
above, it is lik�ly that a case Iike yours with a non-conforming front yard (even if only
non-conforming by inches} would still have to �o to both the Planning Boazd and Zoning
Board of Appeals for approval.
The Town staff' is there to heIp applicants through the required approvaI pracesses, and
they often do not have the kind of c�iscretion that even they might like to have at times.
Timing is often the constraint for applicants, especially in cases where a closing for a
pending sale may be invoIved. In your case, I understand that the original subdivision
request was submitted to the Pianning DepartmEnt many months before the closing was
scheduled, giving you ample time to complete and submit the required survey map. If
that survey map had been submitted to t�e Planning Department at an eariier time, the
issue of the non-complying front yard and the need to appear before the Zaning Board of
Appeals could have been handled in a much more relaxed timeframe, one that would not
have affected cIosing dates or additiona� legal fees. �
I hope that this clarifies the Town's subdivision and zoning approval procedures. I would
be glaci to discuss this with you further. Tha.�ks again for your letter.
Sincerely,
C�.LLX-�'+-�� ���.t-�'.t�,u�
Catherine Valentino, Supervisor
cc: Jonathan Kanter, Director of Planning
Andrew Frost, Director of Building and Zoning
EQWARD Y. CR058MORE
DOh[ R. CR[TT�hIDEN
RALpH W. NABH
THE CROSSMORE LAW OFFICE
ATTORN6Y� AAlG COUNSELOR3 AT LAW
1 1 8 WES'T GREEN STREET
ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850
November 26, 1997
Catherine Valentino & Town Board Members
clo Town Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Re: Sewer Benefit Assessment
Bundy Road, rthaca, New York
iax iviap Parcel No. 27-1-10
Dear Ms. Valentino and Town Board Members:
T�LEPHON6 (607) 273-5787
FAX (607) 27�-0291
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I have only recently learned my property was suddenly taxed in 1997 for a sewer benefit in
the amount of $986.46 (12.03 units), despite the fact the property is not connected to the municipal
sewer system. I was given no notice from the Town of this new and exorbitant sum except for the
charge being posted on my 1997 Town and County tax bill. Unfortunately my tax bills are sent
directiy to my financial institution for payment from a tax escrow account. Payment of this sum
without my notice has now caused a serious personaI financial crisis for which I am hoping you will
Iend assistance.
First of all, I am requesting a re-ava�uation of the said sewer benefit assessment. As T have
already stated, the property is not connected to the municipal sewer line, although the sewer main is
within reach of my property. The property is not an "undeveloped lot" as delineated on an approved
subdivision p�an, and I have absolutely no plans to develop the property in the future. I have walking
traiIs on this acreage which are enjoyed by me and my Bundy Road neighbors, includi�g those on
Pesry Lane. The lay of tha acreage makes it unsuitable for development and, in fact, is encumbered
by a 100-foot wide utiIity easement running through its middle.
I realize New Yor� State Town Law (Section 202) allows the assessment, but onIy "in �ust
proportion to the amount of benefit which the improvement shall confer upon the same." In 1997
I received absolutely nQ benefit for my $986.46. It seems to me the benefst formula is not appropriate
to rural areas and I now appeal to your sense of fairness and pubIic service. I understand tha Town
is trying to keep properry in my area as undeveloped as possible, but obviously the payment of such
a lar�e sum annually for � service only creates f�nancial hardships for landowners, who Iike me, are
using their property for recreational purpases rather than for development.
Secondly, I would like to connect my house (located on tax map parcel number 27-1-9) to
the public sewer. Inasmuch as I am heing tagged with an assessment, � am requesting the Towa
extend the sewer line up the road so my connection, like mosi property owners, wi11 be a short one.
Thank you for your time and consideration and please Iet me know if I can be of additionaZ
information or assistance .
Very tru�y yours,
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DON R. CRITTENDEN
DRC:dc
Town of [thaca
] 26 Eas� Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
A�tent�on : Town Baard
Ladies and Gentlemen:
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A Navembe� 4, 1997 Editorial in �he �thaca Journal dea�ing with
deer hunting in the McLean Bogs managed by Cornell Plantations
prompts me to speak to the deer population issue in the Town of
lthaca.
The overpopulation of deer in the Northeast Area �n the Town
has reached the point where signiftcant damage is bein� done
to vegetation. I estimat� that at least $100 in damage is being dor�e
to planti»gs around our property on an annual basis.
Deer in the Town highways alsa pose a safety hazard to vehicular
traff c.
One of the biggest concerns relates to the Lime Disease exposure.
We live in the area of the Northeast Schoo�. Deer and chi�dren frequent
the wooded areas near the School. I am sure that you are all aware that
Deer are the pr�ncipal carrier of the D�er Tick, whach is the� disease
producer.
Effective cont�ol of the De�r popu�ation is not an issue that can be
solved in a simple way. The Edi�oria� mentions some of the problems.
There are areas on Long Island where the probiem has �otten completely
out of control. 1 hope that we don"t reach that point and further hope
tha� none of our residents come down with Lime Disease due to the
ev�r increasing deer population.
I am aware that the Town Board have many issues on their agenda
for study, however it is not too early to begin a review of this issue.
The prob�em has esca�ated signif cantiy during the past decade and there
is no#hing on the horizon to indica�e that the problem wil� go away.
At the very �east, the Town could consult with Corne�i Plantation
personnel, Conser�ation Department ,State of New York personnel and
other Town aff cia�s to address the problem �he cou�d become a
significant healt� and safety issue for Town residen�ts if the increas�ng
deer population con�in.ues.
Very truly yours, `
I �lia M
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ames M. Niefer
� 02 Bxandywine Drive
Ithaca, New York �4850
November 6, 1997
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Announcement of CU's `e�eriment' �'�
could have used a.bit more Iead tirrie
News itern: Deer hunting 6egan Saturday at McLean
Bogs, a 100-acre natuml area managed by ihe Cornell ' �
Plantatio��s Natural Areas Cammittee. Calling it a one-
site, one-time ctperiment, Cornell based its dectsion on ,
`Frrcreasing deer predation"an plants needed for teaching ,
rrnd msearclt. • ... .. _ ._.. . • '
� Like a lot of piaces around Upstate New York, t�e
Mcl.ean Bogs have been overiun by white-tailed deer.
i7espite diff'er�rit s'trategies by Comell Plantations �
ir�orke� — i.iclvding cherr�ic.�i appiicatians — tliey� �
continue to gather in large numbers and are destroying
the vegetation. Of particular ooncern is an endangered .
nati�e yew species that is rare in Tompkins County. �
- Cornell's decision to issue `�2 one-time.deer=hunting
permits for the Bogs wasn't made easiIy, but it couid
have been made a little eariier. As Zate as Oct.�22, -
details were being e-mailed to �affected facuIty and staff
members, informing them of the decision and warning �
them to proceed with caution. In 1998, when the "�'����
results frain the hunt are analyzed and disc�ssion �-'�
begins an whether to again issue pernuts, �the Cornell
comrnuniry and the public at large deserve more Iead
time, for input.and planning. ��' � ` � �• ` � `
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;� The other part of this story worth noting is the `��* -
inevitable protest by animal rig�ts activists, who stoad '
outsiae McLean Bogs over the weekend, bemoaning .
the fate of the cieer: Many�of theseYgroups Iose their �"
c�edibility because they combine "outrage with irra--= �� �'' �
tjonalitv and it can_turn.o� apen-minded.people w�o ,_�''
3jiight be sympathetic,to�their cause. Animal Defense .
League spokespe�on Bryan Peace didn't do his orga- :
�' ation any favors when he claimed the McLean hunt
nothing but "a thinly veiied attempt on the part of .�' �
e Department af. EnvironmentaI Consezvation to .
��and their armed takeo�er oE our forests and wild ._.
�nds." � � .. , •:�r,•. , -
� Hunting is not the cure-alj for New York's booming -'
�eer population and we take Comeil at its word when
� says it's developing a long-term plan to control the �.
nimals at McLean that may or may not include guns.
e aIso encourage faculty and staff who will use the
ogs the rest af the year to take the ad�ce of ComeIl ��
Iantations Natural.4reas Program directar. "Wear
• right coloFs and make noise. Consider bringing a
- adzo along. Advise hunters you meet of Plantations
�olicy and ask to see a CU pertnit." •
Finally, the deer is a beautiful animal, but it is also a'
�lever, nimble pest that creates prablems in our back-
�ards, on our highways and a nnmber of other places, �
�clu�ing an isolated tract of Cornell property in
�ici.ean. A lot of people h'dte to see `Bambi" kilIed,
�iut there are times when common sense has ta take
�recedent over sentiment. • '
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TOWN CLERK 273-1721 FEEGHWAY 273-�656 PARKS 273-8035 ENGINEERING 273-1747 PLANNING 273-1747 ZONING 273-1783
FAX (607) 273-170a
October 22, 1997
Ronald Anderson, Mayoz '
Village of Cayuga Heights
836 Hanshaw Raad
Ithaca, New York 14850
Re: Town of Ithaea Tax ParceIs 18.-1-1.I & 18.-I-1.2 Water Benefit Assessment
Dear Mayor Anderson:
I have reviewed the status o� the water benefit assessment on tax parcels 15.-1-1.1
and f 5.-1-I.2, which aze owned by the village and contiguous to the Village WWTP on East
Shore Drive. Dan Walker, Town Engineer, has indicated that the benefit assessments for
these �wo garcels were recalculated by the official benef t assessment formula during th�
Townwide review of benef t assessments. The calculations according to the FormuIa result
in an assessment of 2.91 units for parcel 1 S.-I-1.1 and 2.41 units for parcel 18.-�-1.2. These
parcels are assessEd water benefit units in WD 30I, because water is available and are
assessed ad valorem in SD 300 because sewer is not available. The Total charge to the
�Village for these parcels based on the 1998 rate of $54.00/unit would be 2.91 x$54= $� 57.14
and 2.41 x $54=$130.14.
After a closer review of t� parcel 18.-1-i.1, which includes a portion of the WWTI'
facility and driveway, I am prepared to recommend thai t�� benefii assessment for that parcel
be limited to I unit due to the assessm�nt roll classification as a Sewage treatment, with
limited use of potable water. T�is wouZd rednce the benefit assessment from $1 S'1.14 to
���.oa.
Tl�e status of tax parcel 18.-1-1.2 as a residential vacant land valued at $35,000
indicates a significant potential as a developable parcel which justifes the calculated benefit
assessment. I am prepared to recommend to the Town Board that if this lot is consolidated
with parcel 1$.-1-1. I and a deed restriction limiting the parcel to wastewater treatment or
Village use with the condition that if the �ot is developed the benefit assessment would be
reviewed, that the Board consider limiting the total assessment for the consolidated lot to one
unit totaI. This would reduce the water benefit assessment for the two parcels to $54.00 for a
reduction in assessment of $233.28.
If you would Iike me to proceed in this direction please �et me know and I will discuss
this with the Town Board at the November 6 meeting.
RonaId Anderson
Qctober 22, 1997
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Regarding the letter from Mr. Tyler dated October 17, 1997 requesting an opportunity
to address the Town Board between. 6:15 and 6:30 at the November 6 meeting, I cannot
schedule that time slot due to a nuulber of public hearings that have already been set for that
time. If you feel that an appearance before the board is necessary after receiving this letter,
you are welcome to have a representative attend the meeting and I am sure that we will be
able to have an apportunity for input at some time during the evening.
Sincerely,
C�. � /�
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Catherine Valentino
Towzi Supervisor
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Dan Walker, Town of Ithaca Engineer
Brent Cross, VilIage of Cayuga Heights
John Barney, Esq.
David Tyler, Esq.
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5eptember 22, 1997
Town af Ithac�
126 E SenE>ca St.
Ithaca NY 14�I50
To Whom it May Concern,
5uzz��ay wllile planting spring bulbs 15 feet tr�rn the rc�ad in fronk c�f my house I feli
like I was in danger of being hit by a Car. Cars c�ne ��fter another traveling in both
direetions �vere 'tvhizzing by. Dc� I?:�°c on a�»ajc.�r 1lighway you mi�;11t ask? No, I
live near the top af Stone Quarry Road which is suppo�e to be a residentiai road but
people LEs� it �s if it was a hi�;h speed fhruway. The number of vehicles and speed by
which they travek is totally unacceptlbie fc�r this rc�ad. A magnitude of cars are not
using 9bB as it is i�zkended; they iziste�d use Sto��� Qu�rry Road a� a's}�c�rteut' to get
to their destin<�iioi� .
One marnin� I pulled �>t�t of my drive�tiTay and �3 car �uddenl�° app�.�artd from aroui�d
the bend (must have been gozn�; over 50mph). Hc t11en flashes his lights and beeps
his horn �t me - a� if to �a}� "Hczw dare you pu�i c�ut of your drivewayf". Living here
has become dan�;erous. Even a 5imple thing a5 crc�ssing the street to �;et my mail has
become difficult.
It also s��ms t�1at the traffi� �l�ar��;e the eity recei�tly Inade at the intersEctzon of
Stone Quarry Road and Spencer Street has made thin�s worse. The no lef� turn sign
is ignored. lVot to mention that although I am a property owner the only notice I
h,�d ah�za± thi� t.raff�� natt��rt-t �h�r?r�`� `v� s±h?'�?1��? :1 k1Tlj� blurh in t�zE� Itr:�ca rcurr.al.
In closiY�g 1 wc�uld like to rec�tfesE that the city/town n�ake a bettEr efFort to make
proper �han�;es to discourage cars from usin� 5tc�ne Qt�arry Rd as a shc�rtcut. �ne
thing that ���uld help and alsc� m<�ke things less da�lgerous �vould Ue if the town
�•educed tl�e speec� limit a� the tc�� poi•tias� of Stont• Quarry (and enforce it}. Thi�
wouId discoura�;e a'faster' way for �eople to �et to their deskinat�on �rhich would
mak� them perhaps use 96B in5tead. My only cc,nsolation far now is knowing that
winter is cc�ming whiclz will in effect r�ciuce ti�e �mc�unt of traffic wl�en t�zere is
snow.
incerely,
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Carol Sc�ius�er
370 Stnne Quarry Road
Ithaca NY 14850
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Ci�y oF Ithaca Pubiic Works Department
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TH� CROSSMORE LAW OFFICE
ATTORNEY9 AND COlJNSELORS Ai LAW
1 15 WEBT GREEN STREST
ITHACA, NEW YORK Id$SO
EDWARDY.CROSSMpRE
�ON R. CR]TT6fJ�EN
RALPFi W. NASH
September ] 0, 1997
Catherine Vale�lti�lo
Town Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
l26 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New Yorlc i 4850
Re: Extei�ding Sewer Line
171-173 Bundy Raad, ithaca, New Yark 1485U
Tax N�ap Parcel Nos. 27- i-9 a��u 27-1- ] 0
Dear Ms. Valentino:
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HAND-DELIVER
I have been working with the Town of Ithaca EnginEering Department i» an effort to cannect
my house on Bundy Road ta municipal sewer service. 1 am writing to request t��e Town extend the
current sew�r lina an additional fifty (SO} to sever�ty five (75) feet to my �raperty liiie.
Piease iet n�e know if I can be of assistance.
Very truly yours,
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Town of Ithaca �
Boaxd of Elections
Dear 5ir
15C Strawberry Hill Road
Itnaca, N.Y., i4850
Sept.19, 1997
This letter is written pri.marily tQ pratest the assignment of
Eastwood Commens and the ElZis Hallow community to district 11,
whose �olling place is Axiahm.
I am aware that the former poliing place on Ellis Hollow Road
is unavailablE and that �he district cantaining the Trini�y
Lutheran church on Honness Lane is overcrowded according ta state
law.
However, there are a great many elderly people in this area,
many of whom are unable to drive. The Axiohm polling place is more
than 2.9 miles away from Eastwood Commons by any route and evEn
further from the Ellis Hol�ow community. S�nce polling places are
supposed to be fairly close to the district they serve, it seems �.o
me that these requirements confla.ct. It would be a relatively
small add�.tional expense tq have two polling places �or this
extended area, provided the Board of E1�ctions owns enough voting
machines. If the Board indeed had a choice, I believe it chose
poorly.
Since the above was written, I have a cause �or a s�cond
comp�aint. ��Zt)
c�k a� 3 --
When I phoned the Board af Elections,�to protest the polling
place, the lady ta whom I first s�oke, who i think was Betty Poo�e,
was friend�y and courteous. She informed m� of the �acts and askec}
my name and number so that the supervisor (who was not then
preser�t} might get in touch with me, as I had told her � intended
to take this matter as far as possible. I was not in any way
angry; Zt was the rationale for the decision which was in question.
ShortlX afterwards, a woman pnnned me - she told me her name
at the beginninq of the conversation, but I didn't catch it. It
may have been Shary Zifchock, whom Ms . Poole had phoned in order to
check on the information she had jus� given me. Whoever it was who
phoned me repeated what I already knew, and when I attempted tn
explain why I was protesting she told me tha� T was "sticking my
nose inta what didn't concern �e", that I had "yelled at everyone"
( which I assu�ed�.y haci not ), that I"had too much time on my hands"
and so "3ust wanted to complain because I had nothing else to c�o".
(Apparently sincE I myself can drive, any concern £o� those� who
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could nat was pure meddling, particularly as I was unable to give
her a list of names as she demanded.) She may have
I asked for her name at the end, but she had hung up. I am
not easzly browbeaten, but a mare timid person might be thc�roughly
intimidated by such treatmen�.. I do not know whether this second
caller was the supervisor or a de�uty, but I do know that it is
unwarrented to berate a member of the public in such a rude and
angry fashian.
I am sending a copy of this letter to the Town Supervisar.
Sincerely
C� �r ` ��.
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Jean Spitzer
fiO3 E. Seneca St. # 77.
Ithaca, NY 14850
{C07) 2i3-8832
DC'�1C 511"ti �111�� M�C��lIT15,
�LtguSt 12, �997
I recently learne�i of a residential subdivisiorl �nd city park proposeci for
tile land atc�p Ith�ca'S Sc���th Hif�. �s a gradc�at�� �hident at Cc�rnell University
an�� resicEent ok the city c�f ftl��ca tivho has stt�died the fa�ri�a of t�1is area, I am
very cc,ncerned a�out the pc�ssibie se�ere ��Zvironmental im�acts of f11is
subdivision, park, and associtZted increased 1luman traffic on � fragile �nd
u��ic�E�e nattiral �r�a.
Sc�LRt11 1�i]I S�vainp, a5 tiiis area is knc��v�1, flas been kno�vn to ccola�ists,
botanists, ornifhologists, and entc�malogists as a� outstanc�i�lg locaI nattiral
art�a Eor ov�r one hundred vears. Part of khis Fruly= unic�ue natural area has
been prc7t��teci as a nah�re preserve b�� Cc�rnell University fc�r n�arly forty
k
years.
Sc}uth �-ii11 S��Tamp is a DL;C-liste�i wetIand.
Sc�uth I-jili S���amF�+ h��� b�c�ri lis�ed �nd �i�a}�����d E�y the "I'c�mpkins Cotinty
Environizlcnti[ Mana�emenl Council as a"Unic�ue Natural Ar�a".
Sout�z Hill S�vamp cc�nt�iris the a�rly exan��ale of ar� intact Pinc Barrens
comm�inity (a globally r�re ecosystcm} ir� the r�lrtire Cayug� Lake� b�sin.
Sc�t�th Hili Swan��a is oazc� c�f tl�e f�tiv nesting plaees in Tc�����.�ki�1s County far
t�ze Prairie ��'�rUZer (Dc�trr�r•oicrr r�rscolor), a ground-ne5tin� E�ird rare in Ne�v
York Stat� �vl�ich is easy prey for cats and da�s associated �vith housir�g
develc�pments.
Sc��ith Hill Swamp is �Zo�ne �0 15 �p��cies c�E plants li5t�d as "rare" c�r
"scarc��" by fhe Tc�a���kin� Cc�unty Eilvirc�n�i��nfal 1�1a�ta�;�nl��nt CoL�ncil.
���rZilj� C�� t�lE'SE.' S�7E'C]('.'.i c1TC' i3��C7 �]StE'C� d5 C1lC�ilCl�l1"E'Ci� �hiE'.c1t('IlC'.Ci� ()C 1'c11'{'_ ��y' tllC'
Ne�v Yc�rk Stat� DepartmGr�t ��F Envire�i��3�erzt�l Cc�nservatic:�n, �nd miny arc
fc���1d ��o�vher�� else in 'I�c�inpkii�s Cotinty.
Su��t1i }�i[I S�tiainp i4 ]ic»��� to many �m�ili ai�d rt�re spec�es c�f plants �vhic��
cotild c�a�ily be tramp[ed by Ehe it�cre�sed fe�ot trlffic t�vhich inevit�bly
�ccc�ft�}7��nir� residet�ti��l ��i�c� rc�creatit�nal dev��lc��.,n�ent project�.
ItZ urdt��• tc� acf�quately �ldc{r��ti� the5c c�nrE�rns aboL�t thL d��;r��dafic�n of t�lis
impc�rta�7t natural area, ��r�d tu initi�ate ac�vt�rse ei�virot�metttal impacts if
development is t� be permikfec4, I believe t�i�t t�ie Stat� E��zvir�nm�ntal
Quality fZevie�v (SEQR} prnc�ss �vith its extensive environm�ntal reviecv
procedl�res and oppartunities tor public comment must be fo�lc?�ved Eor n1t�
devel�pment, Gvhetller a park or a st2bdivisic�n, �vhich occur� in tE�is area.
� l��ve er�closed a packet �}f infc�rmation on Sc�uth Hill Si��amE� �vhich I t�rge
yc�u tu c�nsider ix� any decisi�n regardin� the fat� of this area.
Sincerejy,
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Jonathan R. Nfa�vdsley �
Gra�iu�te Ski�cient
Deparhllent of EntonloIo�;y
Cornell Universit}'
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ExecLitive Director,
New Yark Student Envirc>>Zrncntll Actioil Coalition
enc�osLires
cr Tompkii�s Cotinty Envirc�ni�en�al i��lana�;erric�i�t Council
Tc�rn��kin� CoL�z�ty Plannin�; Departmet�t
City oF Itt�aca Planning Dc��artment
I�haca City Counc�I
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INFORMATION PACKET
QN S�UTH HILL SWAMP
Compiled by Jonathan Mawdsley
1.) Evaluafion of South Hi1I Swamp from �r�ique Nnticr�! A�•eas of
TOIl1�lICi31S Coiinty, Tompkins County Environmental Management Council,
2 vols. loose-leaf, 1990.
2.) Evaluation o# 5.7-acre Coxnell presezve at South Hi1I Swamp by Nancy
Ostman, Corne�l Plantations Natural Areas Program.
3J EvaluaHon of South Hill Swamp by Tufts, C. E. 1976. A P��eIilniria�•y
I�ivert�or� of. so»te Uriiqaie IVcritcrat A2•ecrs t�t T01T1�1]C111S Coac7il�y, Neiv Yo1•k.
Masfers Thesis, CorneIl University. 195 pp.
4.) Nofes on the unique flora of South Hill Swamp from Wiegand, K. M. and
Eames, A. J.7.926. Tlze F2ora of tlie Cayacga Lake Bnsitz, New York. C. U. Ag.
Expt. Station Mem. 92:1-491
5 J Map showing South HiII Swamp (labeled "South HiII Marsh") from
Dudley; W. R. 1886. Tlie C�yacgc� �lora. Andrus & Chureh, Ithaca. 132 pp. +
maps.
6.) Ar�icle on South Hill Swamp. Ostrnan, N. 1983. Protecting A SmaII
Natural Area: A Hzgh-risk Enterprise. TJze Corizell Piantatioits 39(2):19-20.
7.) Arfic�e noting botanical importance af South HiII Swamp. Ostrnan, N.
1991. Securing Natural Areas. Cornell PIantatiotts 46(3):3-7.
11 August 1997
Ta the Baazd of Supervisors, Town of Ithaca
In 1992, our South Hi�I neighbQrhaod was invoh�ed in the negotiatians suxrounding a
planned a�artment building at 237 Coddington Road. At #ha# time, this property had two s#anding
bui�dings; a third was proposed. Variances w�re requireci for pernvssion ta build.
The most disturbing aspect o� this proposal was the plan to use the driveqvay to 253
Coddington Road, now owned by W:il�iam Roberts and 3ane Roberts, as the main entrance to the
new building. The driveway serves as sole access to 243 Coddington Road (a student rental home}
and the Raberts's home at 253 Coddington Raad. Since purchasing their prpperty in 1994 the
Raberts famiiy °has been solely responsible for maintainin� �e roadbed (gravelling and repairing
water damage) and for snow removal. The d.tiveway also provides access to ttte property of 249
Codding#on Raad (which has a Coddington Road parking spot but no vehiculax access to the
backyard from that spat)
Several fam�lies in t,he area axpressed their cancern about tf�e vse of this road far access to
the new parking area, Among those concems are the traffic canditians of tIle 200 block of
Coddin�ton which has no pedes�ian walkways, many residentia,l ci�iveways and the entrance to
Ithaca Callege; the driveway i� used as an entrance to the South Hill Recreation Way by bikers,
pedestrians and Ithaca College faculty, staff and students; and small children live alang the drive.
These condiiions remain the same except that the Recreation Way has been magnificent.�y
improved and is therefore more popular and the neighborhflad south of 237 Codciington Road has
become mare family-oriented. (Tn 1992 there were 5 chilc3ren living south of 23'7; in Z997 there
are a# ieast 15.} Several homes which were student housing in 1992 have been purchased ar
rented by families.
Af�er some meetings held by the Town of Ithaca, we agreed that QrlandQ and Ra1ph
Tacovelli could indeed build their new aparfinent house �ut wauid be aiiowed no access through
the 253 Coddington Road driveway except in an emergency situation. A chained or gated
emergency exit wou�d be constructed from �te driveway to tlte parking �ot of 237.
The building is now neaxing completion and i# is apparent that our agreement is being
vio�ated. In the site plan approved in i992, the south side of the new building was surrounded by
Iawn and plants. In reality, tfie entire south side of the bui�ding (which faces the 253 driveway} is
gravelled.Also, an additional ciriyeway area has been canstructed parallel to the eanssting driveway.
We have been told by the Planning and Building departrnents of the Town af Ithaca that this is
handicapped pazking for a laundromat. Handicapped residents of 237 Coddington will be allowed
access to th�ir spots from the 253 drnre. In the five years of negoriation and planning, we werc
never infarmed that a laundromat with� pazking was part of the buildin� plan.
This "handicapped pazking" area is built on a hill next to stepped apartment entrances.
There are no walkways from this parking area to the building. Qrlanda Iacovelli has infoaned us
that he is not allowed to put a chasn ar fence on this pazking area. It is connected to the other
parking areas with driveways. All visitors to this new building, including Qrlando Iacovelli, Ra�ph
Iacoveili, ail constntction vehicles, NYNEX and NYSEG trucks, Bolton Point Water tz-ucks,
appliance and caipet i.nstallers, prospective student tenants and workers coming to this site are
alreat�y usittg the 253 drive even though the parking lat can be accessed by the drive at 237
Caddington Road.
We cannot understand why handicapped parking is not installed in the completely
horizontal and paved lots an the north and east sides of the bu�lcling. Wc agreed in good faith
diirina previous Town hearings to emergency access. A planned pazking area for a laundromat
which connects with existing parking lots is NaT emergency access. We also agreed that the new
buiic�ing would be surrounded by a lawn and landscaping. There is currently no expased soil which
could be lawn: it is camp�etely gFavelled. We have been tald that the Planning department went
through the 1992 stages of negotiation and that the BuiIding dc;partment has not known about
them. This is confusing and frustrating. How can our eariier agreements be protected if the current
authorities are unawaze of them?
Althou� we agreed to having an apartment building next door, we did not agree to Iive in
a parking lot wlzich is in effect what has happened since the gravelling. When 4rlando �acovelli
was asked what we should dfl if people in fact began to use this driveway, he to�d us that it was a
job for the sheriff, not his responsibility. We know that this is a completely frivolous problem with
which to bother the sheriff.
We are appealing to the Town Board to support aur rec�uest to have the new ci�iveway and
gravel garking area compieteiy removed from the sauth sid� af the new building exc�pt for a small
�ted or chained emergency access as was agreed upon in 1992. Handica}�ped parking could be
located elsewhere. We are cancernec� with the safety of the neighborhood children and �edestrian
tr�c.
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Linda Holzbaur
Kenneth Ritter
249 Codclington Road
Ithaca NY I4854
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William Roberts
253 Coddington Road
Ithaca NY J,4854
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126 East Seneca Stree�
ithaca, New York 14850
To Whom it May Concern:
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April �5,1997
I am writing to �oice a v�ry se�iaus cancern that I
have with the water drainage problem in th� Northeast.
Because of the rapid Iarge water run off, I am experiencing
serious erosa.an around my entire prapexty. Whether or not
�he tawn has water riqhts to use my side and back yard for
drainage remains to be seen. The fact still remains the
town is respon:sible for the damage that the watex has
created. The rapid water a1.so creates a dangerous situation
during the rains and snow melt down.
I have already put in an inordinate amount af money
trying to protect my home from p�tential flooding. I had a
retainer wall buiit al�ng part of the stream but thi.s has
not alleviated the situation. Howe�rer, the erosion on rny
property is b�coming more extensive.
As per my recent conversation with Fred Noteboom, he
,is aware of my concerns. The stream needs netting placed
along the entire ar�a with �.arge rocks placed an top. The
front di.tch also needs this don� as well. In the fall when
the ditch was dug out al1 the large �ocks were xemoved and
as a resu�.t the front ditch is eroding becaus� th�r� are
no rocks to hald the soil anyrnor�.
Alonq the sid� of my property a submersion of a
covert and ar �ame athar preventive measures need to be
taken as soan as possible. My backyard continues to fall
inta the stream sa these issues alI n�ed to b� address�d
now.
Sincerely
Jodi Serling
CC Fred Nateboam
Catherine Val�ntino
Dave K1.ein
Dan Walker
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Town Supervisor � lthaca, rnr i4s5a
Catherine Valentino I26 E. Seneca St.
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April 8, 1997
Larry Parlett ,
Administrati�e Department Leader
Southefn.Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission
1402 East Shore Dri�e �
Ithaca, NY 14850 �
Dear L.arry,
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Regarding the Joseph Ciaschi billing on Account c-134, your memorandum to Mr.
Ciaschi is quite right that the Town wouid need to determine if the service line meets
our requirements as a water main. If it did, we would. direct Bolton Point staff to
establish indi�idual accounts for each of the four users.
The Town Board has not accepted that water line as a Town line. Daniel Walker, Town
Engineer reported to me that the iine has at least a 15% leakage, and that he can not
recommend the Town accept the line or pay for needed repairs. 1 do not belie�e the
Town Board would be inclined to expend monies fior the repairs, or take on the cost of
the lost water that we buy from the City of Itf�aca to supply those water users. I a�so do
not think we could set a precedent of adding a charge for lost water ta-our metered
users. � �
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Therefore, you are not to iss�e separate bills for this property until the Town Board has�
made a dec9sion as to whether or not they are willing to accept that water line as Town .
of fthaca property, and we Y�ave the proper agreement and easements signed by.Mr.
Ciaschi and the Town Supenrisor. � • .
Sincere , �
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Catherine VaIentino
Supervisor �
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cc: Daniel Walker, Town Engineer .
S�irley A. Raff�nsperger, Town of Ithaca SCLIWC�Commissioner
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'TO�l�T OF IT�IACA
126 �AST SENECA STREET, ITHACA, N.Y. �485D
TOWN CLEAK 273—i72�! HIG�IWAY 273-1656 PARKS 273-8035 EIVGIRlEERINCa 273-1747 PLANNING 273-1747 ZONING 273-1747
February 26, 1997
Ms. Barbara Blanchard
Tompkins County Board of
Representatives ` � �
Tompkins County�Courthouse � �
It�aca, New York 14850
Re: Town of Ithaca Purchase of Inlet Valley -
Parcel
Dear Barbara:
Thank you very much for meeting with all of us on Tuesday regarding the possible
purchase by the Town of Ithaca of lands in Tniet Valley that the County is holding as a result of
a tax foreclasure sale.
Ta briefly reiterate the history of this matter, the City and Town became aware, sometime
in 1995, that the property had been acquired by the County for taxes. The Town was advised
that the property was about to be auctioned for unpaid taxes and it was the understanding of the
Tawn that all the County was looking ta receive far the property was the then outstanding
balance of the taxes. That balance was appro�mately $8,004A0. At the joint request of the City
and Town, Mr. Squires at the County removed the property from the auction list ta give the City
and Tawn an opportuniry to negotiate an arrangement acceptable to bath and to arrange to
acquire the property from the County. Thereafter the City and Town had a number of
discussions resulting in a draft memorandum of understanding pursuant to which the Town would
buy the progerty and give the City an aption to acquire the property from the Town for use as
substitute park land. During the course of these discussions (which took place over a number
of months) Town officials and City officiais would from time to time talk with the Office of
Budget and Administrataon for, among other reasons, to continue the request that the property
not be sold at auction until the arrangements were finalized, and also to �na out what the
outstanding balance on the praperty was for taxes and interest. On several occasions officials
from the County caIled the Town andlor City requesting that they take action or otherwise the
iand would be placed back on the auction list for sale. Accordingly, the Town inquired of the
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County the amount of the outstanding taxes in October of 1996 and, based upon the information
supplied, presented to the County a purchase offer to acquize the property �or the outstanding
taxes and interest, then amounting to approxi.mately $11,000.00.
Throughout the last 2-1/2 years it has been the Town and City's understanding that the
property could be acquired by one or both of the municipalities fzom the County for the
autstanding taxes. Indeed it was for this reason that we, on sev�ral di�ferent occasians, checked
with the County to find out what the outstanding balance was so that the Town Board resolution
authorizing the purchase would be based npon the appropriate amount.
Again, Barbara, thank you for your reviewi.ng this matter with us.
Yo , A
Catherine Valentino
Supervisor
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Therm, 1r�corportated
PO Box 220
Ithaca, NY 14850
Robert Sprole, �resident
Dear Robert Sp�ole:
As you probably know, some of us from the Ithaca Catholic Worker
hav� been holding a bi-weekiy vigil outside of Therm, lnc.; we f�ave
also been distributing the enclosed f�yer about Therm, Inc.'s
production of parts for war piane er�gEnes. You may also have
received a cal! from a person from the Ithaca Friends Meeting
(Quakers} asking for a meeting with you abput this subject.
! am a long-time resident of Ithaca (30 years) and have served on
many local boards ar�d comrr�ittees, �ncluding t#�e ithaca Common
Council. I am committted to this city and to peace and the wo�ld.
I am aware of tf�E di#ficulty of the step we are asking you to take
in converiing Therm, �nc. to maicing products for peaceful use rather
than for war. Because this kind of conversion is not yet well-
establis�ed r�ationally or locally, it wi�l take a concerted effort by
Therm, inc. administrators and staff and by members of the Ithaca
community. But I believe conversion is a necessary and inevitable
process which CAN HAPPEN when we work together.
Could you contact me to set �p a time when we couid speak in
perso�, or to set up a meeting with you and your representatives and
int�rested community membe�s? (My number is 273-8025. I will b�e
away from July 4-14, but you ca�t also contact Peter DeMott at 277-
6932 or Tom Joyce at 277-7426.)
Thank you for your time and attention.
cc: Ithaca Mayor And Common Cour�cil
Yours trUly,
Neil H. Golder
203 College A�e
fti�aca, NY 14850
WAR
-MAKlNG IN DUR BACK YARD
Ithaca is not free from participating in the world-wide war economy which continues
to devastate the earth and her peoples. 4ne exam�le: right here in our city, a company called
Ther�m, Incorporated is making �arts far the engines of U.S. war planes.
Therm was founded in 1935, manufacturir�g meters for uiility companies. During World
War II, ihe company produced gun barrei reamers, instruments ior bom'� sifes and cutting too�s.
It began manuEacturing turbine biades in 1948 (source: Iihacu JournaI).
Therm now manufactures turbine blades, turbine components and jet engine parts. They
produce for Aerospace giants such as Pratt and Whitney and General Electric. Therm-built parts
go into a wide range of military aircraft. These include the U.5. Air Force B-52 bomber, F-15, F-
16, F-111 atta�k fighters, G135 air transport, the U.S. Navy F-14, F-I8, A-6E, 5-3A, EA-6B, AV-SB,
and A-4 attack fighter aircraft; and the U.S. Army M-1 tank and Black Hawk Helicapter. Of these,
the B-52, F-11�, A-4 and F-I5 are nuclear capable. The great majority of these warplanes were
used in the war against Iraq (Ja�e's A1I the Wortds Aircraft, Z.I. S. Armu Greenbook, I.I. S. Nauy
The Almanuc af Weapons, i.l.S. Air Force Alrrranac}.
Many of these warplanes have been exported to
other countries. The Clinton administration hac�
actually proposed to sell F-16's #o Istdonesia, which
continues its 20-year occupation of East Timor. In
April, 1997, sales of F-16's to Chile were approved,
opening what many fear will be a hi-tech arms race in La
In 1993, Therm's military sales were $19.1 million, 42% of Tompkins County Pentagon
contracts. In 1994, the figure was $l5 millian. And in 1995, their $14.3 million a�ounted to 59%
of Tompkins County military sales. Based on different directories, we estimate conserva�.ve�y
that military sales represent 4Q-b0% of Therm's annuai business in recent years. Therm employs
between 250-300 people. (Eagle Eye Publishers, Standurd attd Poors, Directory of Carporate
Affirrations, IVY Technology and Resource Guide, NY Manufacturers Directory}.
We are Ithacans cammitted to ending war and the preparation
fa:r war. Our gaal is to inform others about Therm's role in praducing
for machines of war. As ti�e world rr�oves from war-making to peace-
�naking, companies like Therm can and will convert from military to
socially-Useful production. We hape that the Ithaca Community will
work with Therm towards that end.
Please share tl�.its information with friends, relatives, calleagues. You may �cvish to wrrite to
the president of Therm, Rabert Sprole at Box 220, Ithaca, NY 14851, or join us in our meetings ta
discuss militarism in Ithaca or come to our bi-week�y vigil at the entrance to Therm.
A Project of the Ithaca Catholic Worker Community
For further information, please �alI 277-693Z , 273-8025 oar 277-7426.
Towr� Supervisor
Catherinc Vafentino
September 15, 1997
Neil H. Golder
203 College A�enue
lthaca, NY 14850
Dear Neik,
Ithaca, NY 14$50
E2b E. Seneca St.
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FI�'VAL
It is nice to see you are stilf actively taking on the taugh issues. Therm Incorporated is
in the Town ofi ithaca, b�t I am not sure what roEe i could play to help you.
You seem to have a difficult issue in the manufacture of jet engine tur�ine blades
beca�se they are used for a wide range of commercial and military aircra#t. Not all
military aircraft are "machir�es of war". I would certainly prefer to see industry in the
Town producing products for a peaceful economy. Again, I am not sure what role I
could taice that wauld help you.
Thank you for your kind thoug�ts. Best wishes to you and Kathy.
Sincerely,
Ca-�u� Y��„�,�9'
Catherine Valentino
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1881 Dryden Road
Freeville, NY 13068
Pha�ze: (607) 347-4079
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Fehruary 27, i 996
Ms. Cathy Valentina
Town of Ithaca Supervisor
126 E, Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
Deas Ms. Valentino:
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After reading your co�unertts regarding police services in the Town of Ithaca in the Ithaca �Fournal
article of 02/27/96 (copy enctosed) I wanted to share witl� you my feelings which seem to echo
yours. As you can see from the enclosed capies af prior Ithaca Jaurnal a�ticles, I too am
interested in the "po�ice protection" af the Town of Ithaca — amor�g other Tampkins Cour�ty faw
enforcement issues. My interest comes from a sIightly different direction than yaurs, �owever, the
leve� of police protection provic�ed to the tawn is also of pararnount importance to me.
As you can see fram rr�y address, my interest does not stem fram the geographical location of my
residence; my interest stems from 13 years af law enfarcement {three a# the Tiaga County
Sheri�'s Department and ten vcrith the Ithaca Police Department) experience and a langing ta see
the law enfarcem�nt resources in Tompkins Caunty used ta their maxi�num ef�ici�ncy. I am also
currer�tly a seniar at SLTNY Empire State Co�lege, where in December of 1996, I will receive a
hachel�r's degree in Griminal Justice: Legal Studies. For at least twa years now, as evidenced by
October 17, 1994-opinion gage article, I have been interested in the prospect of th� Ithaca Polic�
Departmeni providin� pvlice s�rvices to the Town of Ithaca. Let me be perfectIy clear that I
am in na way representing the Ithaca Police De�art�ent or the City of �thaca; I am writing
this letter ta yau as a�n in�terested student af crimi�al jUstice, who is in#erest in seeing the
mast efiicient �se o#' po�ice ser�ices in Torn�kins County.
I realize that these types of changes fake a lon� time to mature and sometirr►es they never actually
come to fruition given latent exacerbative issues that come to life when opened up far public
d�bate. With that in nnind, I wanted to talce t�is time to say that i am very interested in assisting
yo�a, the Town of Ithaca, or The City of Ithaca in any way necessary to help further discuss'sons on
this topic. If this topic progresses to a state beyonc� that of spec�lation please keep me in nnind
for participation in this very irnportan# issue.
Sincerely,
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Jeffrey J. B�o
3 Evergreen Lane
ithaca, NY I4850
Cathy Valentino
Town Su�aervisor
Town of Ithaca
12b E. Seneca St.
I�haca, NY 14850
Dear Cathy:
To date we have r�ceived no response from our ietter �o you
dated March 04, 1996 regarding issues we wnuld Iike to present
befare the Ithaca Town Board. Two months seems �.ike an
ur�reasonably lnng amoun�. of time for you �o respoz�d to our
issues.
zt is also unfortunate that this matter need�d ta be
referred t� the Town Attorney; because as a reasonable person
migh�. expect his response will be to advise you to keep quiet and
don't admit anything. Weil, have you considered what the right
thing to do is? Instead of spending taxpay�r dallars ta �ave the
Town Attorney run the town, why not take a stand and do wha�. is
the correct thing to do. That correct thing is to compensate us
for the errors which accurred and which your employees even
ad�itted were untortunate errors that �t us to incu�
unnecessary expenses. '"`us`'c#�
Instead of spenda�ng more money for the Town Attorney ta da
who knows what, let's c�t to the chase and get this matter
resolved to both our satisfactions. I� only makes sense because
neithEr of us is going to go away.
Our issue with the Town of Ithaca wi11 be se��led it we are
compensated for the Special Approval fee of $100.00 and the Fire
Sprinkler system of $993.89. We are willing to forgo recovering
the costs af additional windows required, regradinq of land,
instaliation of sheetrock, and loss of income as originally
reques��d i.n aur letter to you dated March 04, 1996.
X� t�is set�lement is not possible, ti�en we must insist
we are allowed to be scheduled and go before the Ithaca Tawn
Board ta present our situatiinn directly to them as residents
th� To�nrn of Ithaca and to which they are our representatives.
Thank you.
Sinc�r�ly,
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Boa�rd of Su�eXvisors
Seneca Strec;i
Ithaca
Dear Supervisors,
AGEN�A ITEM
PLEASE C�PY AND DISTRIB�iTE TO SUI'ERVISORS
From severai sonrees during the last xew days i ha�•� hearci tt�at the Tawn of �thaca is
recon�ident�g its parficipatian in the youth recrea#ion partr►ership prcw�'am. It� this i� indeed true, I
a�t� reQistering an �mphatic �c�te for con�inued participation.
1�'hen my 1�u.�Ua�d anc# I baught our house � 1991, we choose the To�-� af Ithaca in part
becau.se it was in the Yc�uth partnership pcog�ram. we belie�fed then, and belie�e now�. that our
children should have th� bc;ne#it of participatian ir� the excellent pra�rams offered by the YouCh
Bureau. ��'� � fact re�ected several hauses in ottier Tompkins C'ountv tawns becau.�e thev were at
that time not part af the p:-ogz'am.
I�� indeed vve de�y t�s benefit to our yc�ung people, will w°e substitue c�ualiry programs fo�•
them`' Z'4��I W� ll��fl SOCGNT lE���'i1�5 �ri(� SpUrt5 C�li'iFCS, theater pro�rams anc� surru�er camps`? C1r
wi�l we become another go�;eri�mental entiiy that k�s ciecided to sacriiice out• young in the name af
sar�ix�g monev�'
As an e�amp�e af the changes this decision wouid make: our oldest c.iaughter i� planrtin� on
er�olling �n the �'outh Sureau's �lavwrigiating class for teen,5. Our cwrent cost is 535.
nonrecreation plan cast is �1�#�. C�ur midciZe dau�ter's �i'out�teatre re�s�ration would ris� fr�m
$�(? to $19(�. �1rly chilciren have participated in sut�tmer sports cd�np, �iwa�s base�ali, fail soccer,
Y"outheatre, Teen Theat�'e, �ina�� Tha� summer cis'ama camp and swimming lessons. 4ur famil�
is noC unusual: I���speet a majoriry� of Town families have used the progcams equa�3y.
�� � are � middle class famih'. �'4'e could not a�ard th� rising costs. 1��'t►at in ihe worlc€
would a Ic�wer c�ass famih� do ta heip their chi�dren`? If the Town of Ithaca z'�siQ,ned trom the
partnership, a11 ch.i�dren in the count_y wou�d u�tunateky se��ker: tt�e Youth Bureau would probab�y
nat be able ta o#��er the varied and fun sessions thev now offer.
i am not the typical compiainer. I understand tha� taYes increase; I accept m�� societal
abligation to help athe�s. B�t I w711 fi��.ht the re-elect�an o��all "I'own Bnard members wha ��ote to
rescind t�� Town of� Tthaca's recreation partnership staiu�.
�incerely,
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Linda H�1zUaur
249 Gotidington Road
Ithaca NY 14��U
6071?77-6304
MEM4RANDUM
CITY' OF ITHACA
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Ai.D#�:RPI�RSON, FIFTH WARD
CC: COMMOI�i COL1NCIi., BOARD QF P[fBLIC W[)RKS
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RE: �-ATER SiJPPLY 5Y'S7'EM AI,'I'�:ltNATNH5
PRIORI'I'Y: HIGE I
(.)ver the nest few c�i� �nt��s rhe (:it}' of Ithaca will need to make a cruc[al decision nn t�he EuEure of our
water su��Plv For thc• next fiftt• F•ears and Ucyond. :1s vc�u reeall, toward t11e end oF 2005 the
Departmen[ af Public \X'orks was tasked w-ith bringin� the, Ciry's water supp�}• site selection �rocess
Fonvard i« a collal�or<iti�-e efFcsrt ��7tE�t [he E�rr>fessional ser��ices of (7'brie;n and CTere En�neers, Inc.
(OIiC �). '1'he scope nk tlte ]�rc�ject �vas te� iinprove �pon fhe availahle technical, enviranmental, and
economic data previousiv evaluat�d for the twa �vater su�aply altcrnarives thar werr summarized in a
presenta[�on ro Comn�ar� Council ac�d the Iioard of I'u1�Iic ��i'c�r�;s at [hat tiri�e. The "iZebuiId
Option" �could plan for the replacement oF the Cin's existing water treaiment Plant at ics e�cisixng
lotatian. "I1-►e "P�rchasc �ption" woulc€ demrtunissian the e�sting and entail j�urcf�asing hnished
�vater from Che Southc�rn Cay-uga I.,ake Intes•m�tnici�al \�%ater Comaussion {5C1_I��(:}.
'I'l�e project wa� �,�i�-en a tight timeline �,�it�en pendinp 2{)08 regulator�- mandat�•� �vhich �vill require
costlj� im�ro�•ements h}• all regicinal �vater suE�pl}' utili[ies to enhante treat�ncrit anci �iionitoring
techr�r�lo�,n• for disinfection hy-protiucts.
In Fe��niar�� oF ?(10(i, ttie Ctt}'s "5ite Selectic�n Cat���3�iteee" recr�n�-ened ��-ith represen[atives Erom
(;ommon (:c�uncil, the Board af Public 1�Vurks, Depart�liet�t ot 1'z�blic 1��'orks, and a new member
Ero�n t}ir :�la[ura� 11r.c°as Comnvssion. The. Cr�mmittce looked at cost, e�z�rixonment�l, and
go�•erna�tre issues surroundin� tkZc decision proccss o�-er tl�c last }•car. :1t[ached is thc final summar��
report of t��e group's re��iew as provided hy C)BG.
1{)/27/2Ui}G
F�om my perspective we are now at a poi.nt in the pxocess where the fouowing facets need to be
clarified, defined, and discussed to enable progress towards a comprehensive and sound decision:
+ Role of the Board of Pablic Works in the process of this decision.
• The time sensitivity oE ouz decision process with respect to the current regulatory .
zequirements we are undex for Future watet treatment production standards.
• The nature of the business zelarionship we would desire and need to effect with SCLIWC to
insure ouz interests are adequately addressed and represented z�ow and for the future.
• The financial xesources for the indefinite care and maintenance of our reaI propexty holdings
in the Six Mil,e Cxeek watershed. These include the dams, zeservoirs, emergency access,
maintenance access, etc.
• The feasibility of abtaining the agreements necessary to construct our water supply
infsastructure through our neighboring municipaliry to the north, including tlie traversing of
privatelp owned properties.
• The level of service to our residents and customexs currendy provided by our staff at the
Water Filtration Plant and the lenel of service to be provided in the future. For example, two
oF the many functions other than operations which our water treatment plan� staFf currently
provide our customers with are; 7/24 DPW Emergency Call Out Center {273-4680), and
addressing water quality complaint / concem xesolution, including personal visits to ouz
customers residences or businesses whete their water issues and concesns are exainined,
discussed, eacplained, and water samples aze taken for lab analysis/testing performed both on
site and at the �laboratory.
The employment future of out present staff.
I am quite sure thete are a myriad of other considerations too. I am looking Earward to both
participating and being a resource for others involned with this process. Although I also have
opinions as a City resident, I can assuxe you that both Scott Gibson, Environmental Engineer and
myselEwill do our best to be unfiltered professional resouzces as employees of the Ciry.
Erik Whitnep, PE
10/27/200G
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September 22, 2006
Mr. Wi�liarn Gray, P.E., Superintendertt
City of Ithaca Department oFPubfic Works
City Hall, 2"d FEoor
108 East Gree�� Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Ei�gineering Services — Ciry af �thaca
Water Supply �'roject
File: ]59$/380$1 #5
Dear Mr. Gray:
O'$rien & Gere is pleased to provide the City of Ithaca Department of Public Works (DPW) ��itli tliis
report to support proposed improvements to the Ci#y's water supply system. To facilitate re��iew, this
report is organized into the following sections:
• Pro}ect Scope
� E�aluation Criter'ta
� O'Brien & Gere's Findings
• Next Steps
PROJECT SCOPE
Based on O'Brien & Gere's in�olvement wikh this project since preparation af the i947 Drcrft
Comprehe�i.�ive Water Supply Evuluatinn and two subsequent supplemer�tal updates, we understand that
the City oi lthaca seeks to imprave the municipal water supply to ensure its long-term refi�hi��ty aiid
integrity.
On No�ert�ber i 8, 2004 the Ciry fornZed a Site Selectio�� Committee. Tk�is Committ�e i►tcluded
representati�es from Comman Caunci�, Baard of Public Works a��t� the Water & 5ewer Department aad
was charged with the missian to advance t1�e site sekection. It is aur understanding that this Committee
concluded, based c�n ihe results of previn�ts studies, cons�iltatio>> with project stakehoiders i�cf�ding
municiUal, community, and en�ironmenkal representati�es, that thc; existing facilities do not meet the
reiiability goais of the City and select�.d [wo alternati�cs For fi�rtl�er review. B��th alternati�es are
projected to have the water supply available lo meet the long-te��m ���ater suppEy objecti�es of ti�e City.
The first alternative, which is referred to as the "Rebuild ��tios�", invol�•es replacem�nt of the existir�d
water treat�nent plant (WTP) on the existing site {identified in previous studies as Alternative 51. Key
ieztures ofthis atternative include:
• Repiace the existin� plant with a 5 MGD plant on the c�u-rent site
• Use high rate clarification to save space, ancl m�mbrane filtration ta enhance water qualiiy
• Purchase water during coE�struction, to allow dem<�lition uf ihe existin� facilities
• Reservair in�provert�ents
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wifh offrces in 25 major mefroFalifan areas and growing.
Mr. William Gray, P.E., Superi�tte�ide�tt
September ?2, 2006
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• Maintenance dredging to retain water supply } ielcj and reduce transfer of sedinients
downstrean� as descrihed in Appendix �1 and I�p��cndi� B.
• Pre-sedimentation basin ta imprave «ater yualit4, reduce chetnical use, and reduce the
aEnati�tt of waste generat�d at ti�e WTP
Cantinued use of tife 100 year olc� raw water transn�ission inain
Tl�is alternative �ses ]ess energy hccause t�+��� thirds of� the water produced is distributed �y
gravit�� wltllpUi 4711IIlpill�,T.
The second altern�ti��e, «�hicl� is referrcd t� as the "Pur�has� UE�ti��n", ir����l���s tlic pur�hase of fii�ished
water fron� tlie Southern Ca}�u��a l,akc Interinunicipal 1'1'ater C'c�mRlission (SC`1,I�1'C'j. SCL[WC was
formed by an agreement af municipal rnoperation bet«een thc '�'owns of Dry�den, Iihaca �nd Lansir�K and
the Villages of Cay���a Heights aatd La»sir�g. Ke� features of il�is alternative (idei�tified irt previous
studies as Alternative $) iiiclE��le:
• Decomn�issioni��g tl�e e�istin� City �lant and raw water trans�nission main. The raw water main
would ciiher be abandnncd i�i place or �sed for anotkier purpose. The clecnmmissioning of ilie
existing City plant facilities an Water St. and Giles St. would be accomplisi�ed throu�h selective
demolition. The treatment facilities would be demolished. Tlie i�i�h �ift pumping statio» a��d
clearweEl storage tanks would reniai�t in service.
* Realloc�tion of the City ���ater treati��ent plant staff
• Conscructing 4.35 MGD e�pa»sion to Bolton Poi��t Water TreatmenE Plant
� Constr�cting 17,000 fi. c�f lrirgc dia�neter transmissio�� �ipe f�om the f3olton PoiEit plant to the
City distribution system
On December 9, 2405 the City retained O'Brien & Gere tt� wc}rk coila6oratively witft tf�e Committee ta
de�elop additional ii�formation on the t�chiaica�, env�runm�ntal and econamic feasibi[ity of these twa
alternati�es, whi�e sin�i�ltaneousEy advancing revie�t� of potentia] socio-ecanomic and enviranmental
i�npacts as �art of tl�e State Environ�nental Qua�ity Re��ieru Act (SEQRA}. �'he Corn�nittee memberst�ip
was also cxpanded to iElclE�de represc��tatiun irocn the Natural Ar�as Cornmission. T'h�: current Camntittcc
membership arid meeting kfistor�� is provic�cd in Appencli� ('.
EVALUATION Clti"I'ERIA
The Committee establishec� that the distinguishirig differences betv�een t��ese alternatives can be
established throu�h the: use of`si.r' e�aluation criteria as det�ned in Ap�endix D anc� listed below:
� Environmental
• System govert�ancc/cantral
� Costs
• System reliability�
� Water quality
+ [mplementability
In order to evafuate the alternati��e�, this Ct�mmittze establisltec[ i�Zlormation needs ��ssociated with each of
tlie a[terna[i�es. O'Brien and Gere faciiitated a series afi tcn worksfiop CCtQ��kll�,S CO[1C{L1Ct�(� thTqU��IOLIi
2006 that provided ihc technical informaticm requested by the ('umn�iitee. The results af the informatian
collection and E�aluations are suminarized i�� the attached Ilppendices. Appcndix ��, includes an updated
description of the two altarnati��es. The appendices are best read in tlie order in whicli tliey are �resented,
Mr. William Gray, P.�., Superintendent
Se�tember 22, 2006
Page 3
since information iE� an ear�y appenc�ix is usetiil i�: undcrstanding the cotttent of latter a}�penc�ices.
Information regardi�tig the conten€ of a�otential a�ree�i2ent to purchase finished watc:�� from SCLIWC. was
dcveloped directly by representatives of the Cornmittee.
O'BRI�N & GERE'S FINDINGS
O'Brieri & Gere pro�ides the following sum�Ttary of our findings, ordered consistent with t�e presentation
of infannation i� the appendices. As sucli, the order is noi indicative of the relative i�ttportance of the
evaluaEinn criteria or our fi»cfings. The Findings in cqnnectian with each of the Evaluatian Ctiteria are as
follows:
• Cost - Based oE� this updated analysis the cost of the two alternatives evaluated is very similar as
described in Appendix F. The retail water rate needed to fiir�d the ��ater supply project is esi�mated to
be bet���een $4.Q4 a�ad $4.19 /1,�00 gallons solci. The Rebuild Qption has an estimated capiTal cost of
$23 million and annual o�erating costs of $1.4 mil3ion. The Purchase O�tion has a total estimated
capitai cost af $� 6 Milliot� and anntial operating $3.5 �nillion b�rt a portion oi these costs would be
sltared �vith the inember conimunities of SCLIWC. The differences between alternatives are
insignific�nt based on the preliminary Eevel of }�rc�ject developnient and future niarket tactors. ln our
ol�inion the difference in cost should not be the basis far selection of the alternative.
Ca�ital debt service represents the largest expense with either alternative at 5$% uf the total fur tE�e
Rebui�d Option ancE 4i% for the Purchase Option. �leclrical energy represents 5°/n of the Rebuilc[
�ptiar�'s estimated cost and 13% of thc total cost �vith the Purchase 4ption.
• Water Quality - Water quality objectives as described i�� �lppeetdix G can be achieved with either
option. Provisions for adding future treatmeni processes to treat curreE�tly unkt�own contaminants or
unknawn impacts from conta�ninants car� be addressed in t�e facility p�anni�ig for either alternative.
The new City water treatment facility would be designed to maEce it easy to add such features. The
Bolton 1'oint W'1'P was not designec� with this type of flexibility, and tl�erefore it wouEd be n�ore
dit�icult to madify in ti�e future.
� Re[iabilitv - The Purchased Optian reli�s on a single wlter treatn�e►�t plant for the City and SCLIWC.
TEie Rebuild Qption i�zvolves two WTP's, prc��iding inherently mqre reliability, as described in
Appendix H. Th� Corne[I Uni�ersity plant aiso provides limited additional back-up under eitEter
option.
• Environi�ental - Tlie discriminating differences among environmer�tal factors are caused by the
]c�cation of the activities, as discusset� in Appendix I. The Purchase Option, invoives mostly short-
term construction related impacts in a public raad. [t does however i��clude approximately six
easements across �rivate properEy for the transmissiatt pipeline. The Itebuild O�tio», includes
permane��t altei�ations and temporary disturbances associat�d with operating and ri�aintaining the
existing water supply system focated in the Six Mile Creek Natural Area.
• Implementability - Either alcernative is anticipated to require anproximatel �three years to impleEnent
as discussed ir� Appendix J. It is expected that perr�lits and appro�als could`�e obtained for the
impleEnet�tation a� either option. The City wouid have �nore direct co�tro3 over tlie SF,QR scoping
process and conseyuently the schedule with the Rebuild Qption.
• Svstem Governance/Control - System go�erna�tce is another discriminating difference beriveen the
a�ternatives as discuss�d in A�pendix K. Tkle City would have direct cantrnl of decisians �vith the
Rebuifd Option. Wit}� the Purchase Option, decisions would be made jointly in cor�junetion with
oth�r members either by contract ar through the Coi��mission.
Mr. WiiliarrE Gray, P.�., Sup�rintender�t
September 22, 2006
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N�XTSTEPS
It is our understandi�tg that as result of its evaluation, the �ecommendation of the Committee is that both
alternati�es be presented to the Board of P�ablic Works and Ehe City Council fo�- review and selectio» of
the preferred afternative. Based on tlie implementation pla» esiablished by the Committee on February 8,
2005, the nexi steps are as follows:
Site Selectian Committee endorses she fincEi�tgs of this study,
Board of Public Worl�s and the City Couc}cil revie��� and se�ect the preferred alternative,
Praeeed with SEQR far the pteferred alternative
IF you have any questioi�s about tliis report or require additional infai7nation, please do not hesitate to
contact me.
Very truly yours,
O'BR�E G, E GINEERS, INC.
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Ricltard E. Gell, P.E,
Senior Managing Engineer
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cc: Mr. �rik WhEtney, P.E., City of Ithaca
Mr. Scott Gibson, Ciry of Ithaca
Mr, Gearge B. Rest, O'Brien & Gere
Mr. 5tephan D. Delano, O'Brien & Gere
Mr. Steven M. Eckler, O'Brien & Gere
Mr. John Andersso�3, To�npkins Co�nty Health Depart�»ent
F._ i.;�ures
1 Proposed Ithaca Reservair Impro�ements
2 Prapased Easf S�ore 7-ransmissioil MaiEt
3 Ithaca Raw Water Main Location Plan
A endices
Appendix A— City of Ithaca Reservoir Yield Analysis
Appendix B— Maintenance of Reservoir Yield and Plant Residuals Management
Appendix C— Site Se[ection Committee
Appendix D— E�afuation Criteria Definitions
Appe�idfx E- Updated Alternative Descripiions
Appendix �' — Cost Analysis
Appendix G — Water (�ualiiy Considerations
Appendix H — System Reliability
Appendix I — Environmental Considerations
Appendix 1— ImplemenEability
Appendix K— System Governance and Related Issues
Mr. Wifliam Gray, P.F., SuperinEendent
September 22, 2006
Page 5
A�pendix A
City of Ithaca Reservoir Yield Analysis
The yielcl of Ithaca Reservoir im�ounded by the Sixty-}-'ooi Dam was reporte� to be a}�proxirnately 5.4
MGD in the 1968 Tompkins Ca��nty Compreherasive Water SuppEy Study. �3ased on the limited
infonnatioi� available, it appcars that analysis was pre�ared usi�3g a grap�iica[ �netiiodola�ry Ecnown as a
Ripp� or Mass CEirve. This methodolagy is still widely accepted and typically uses ann«alized average
water use and a�erage monthly stre�m flow data. 1'he report alsa indicated that the analysis was based on
a�a available storage volume in the reservoir equal ta 75% of the constnicted valume.
O'Brien & Gere devcloped new estimates of the reservoir yield using a computer spreadsheeE
m�thociology and daily stream flaw data and daily water use patterns. Our analysis alsa examined
different available storage volumes in the reservoir. �3ased on an assurned ijnrestricted water use pattern
anc3 the �stitrtated current storage volume of 144 MG {38% of constructed volume), tlze yield during a
drought si�nilar tn the 196� drought of record would he 3.S MGD (annual avera�e ilow rate). The
reductian in estimated yielcE is a result oi the lass of avai�able stc�rage and using a more rigorous
calculatfon fo be more precise in the e�aluation af the a�ailable data.
�E�e amaunt of water availab[e under the 19b4 drought condition is less than the at�tount oi water used in
2005 but that was largely tfie result of tlic litrtitations c�f ihe existing water production facilitics. With a
modcrn treatment facility, producing ftnisfted water equal to 90% of the r1w wlter flow, the yield would
exceed the need.
Our analysis examined 75 years of iiistorical data. 7���e 19G4/1�}65 drought �vas a highly unusual event.
The estimated yield �luring all other drougtits during the period of record exceeded �.4 MGD. T11e
esiimatec� available yielcl during ihe five most severe droughls of record based on the current stora�e
volume of 144 MG are:
19G4 — 3.S MGC�
1965 — 4.4 MGD
l 939 — 4.4 MGD
1954 — 4.5 MGD
! 999 -- 4.6 MGD
Thc assur�led unrestricted water use �a�tern is a[so a�i important consideration. In the event of a drauglrt it
is common fnr water conserv�jtion �neasures tp be i�nplentented to reduce peak �vater �ise and manage the
available supply.
Mr. Wilham Gray, P.E., Supermtendent -
Se�tem6er 22, 2006
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� OUr analysis aIso examined the impact of restoring the available staz�age volume in the reservoir by
dredging the main reservoir body. The estimated effect, as shown in �he Fzgure below, is significant and
will improve both the quantity and quality of the water available.
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September 22, 2006
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Appendix B
Maintenance of Reservoir Yield and Plan� Residuals Managemept
Maintaining Reservoir Yield.• The reservoir is accumu�a�ing approximately 9,500 CY of sediment
annually. In order ta preserve the avaitable water suppty yield and cnaintain thia ressrvoir as a viabIa
water supply a sediment remo�al gragram needs to be initiated that removes that ait�oUnt of sediment at a
minimum.
The existing Silt Dam sediment remo�al program was reviewed to assess if a caordinated program was
feasible to reduce the impacts. The existing program operates intermittently with a three-year program
occurring once every ten years. Based on review of that program atid discussions with dredging
contractors it was concluded that the same area coulc� be used to complete a dredging operation for the
main reservoir if the frequency of o�erations. i.s increased: A flaating dredge couId be launched from an
existitig access road ofF Burns Road. This dredge wouId operate for a dtiration of about one to three
months at a frequency of every one to three years. The dredged material is anticipated �o he discharged
into the Silt Dam impounament. Each time the dredging occurred a temporary piping system between the
Reservoir and the Silt Dam and temporary check dams, similar to that used far the existing silt dam
sediment removal operation, wauld be required. The e�sting staging and process areas would be used
for f nal dewatering, screening, and loading for oif-site disposal. Although the dredging is anticipated to
follaw the same basic operation as out�ined in the permit for the Silt dam sediment removal program, it is
anticipated that a permit modification wi(1 be required to incorporate dredging the main xeservoir.
In 1955 the City commissioned Phase II dam safety studies for the Sixty-foot and Thirty-foot dams.
These studies concluded that sec�iment loads are significant and impact the stability of the dams. Tt has
been our experience however, that the stability can be improved more effectiveIy by stabilizing the dam
than removing the sediment. Dam safety also invot�es mai�ntaining the ability to operate a low-level
ovtlet at the Sixty-�aot Dam to drain the reser�oir. Currently the reservoir can no# be drained through the
low-level outiet because sediments have accutnulated #o a depth of abou� 25-ft. above the outlet.
Consequently some dredging to maintain an opening will be requirec� before the outlet can be used, The
�olume of materiai that would need to be removed could be much smaller if the reservoir is maintained
for water supply purposes. The frei�uency of future dredging will depend on how often the gates are
operated and how well the opening can be maintained.
Rehahilitution arid maintenance of dams: Although the Purchase Option does not necessarily require
rehabilita�ion of the dams, no cost differential is anticipated between decoznmissioning and stabilization.
'The ca�st is considered ta be common to both alfernatives and excluded from the estimates. The dams can
not be decommissioned without assessing the im�acts on flood mitigation, non-point pollufant
minimization, and other non-wa#er supply related issues. It has been our experience that the cost of
rehabilitating dams is generally less than decomrnissioning. '
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' The scope of work incIuded with the Rebuild Option is currently Iimited to irnprovements at the gate
house to facilitate continued use as a water supply including rehabilitation or rernoval of the roof and
support str�eture .and replacement of the screen lifting mechanisrn. Excluded from both alternatives is
any work associated with dam safety upgrades at either the Sixty foot or Thirry foat dams since these
upgrades are cammon to both alternatives and can be adaressed as part of flood mitigation or non-point
po�lutant mitigation program.
Mr. Williatn C�ray, P.E., Superintandent
September 22, 2006
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Residiral Managerrlent.� Residuals manage�nent is an important element of the Rebuild Option. As shown
in the Chart l�elow the sediments in the r1w water account for $S°/a af the tota� residual load that the
current water treatment plant must remove and rnana�e. Tl�ese solids make it cfifficult to keep t1�e
clarif�catia« basin clean atad reduce the ef�ciency of the existing d�ying beds an Giles Street.
In arder to address yietd
water h-eatment planf site
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and residuals, improve�nents are recommendeci at botlz the reservo�r and thc
The follawing improve�nents are recommended to be inc�uded in the Rebuild
Perform maintenance on the existing reservoir access road off Bua-ns Road to facilitate launching a
dredge. This is anticfpated to include installing a gate, removing overgrawn vegetation and
stabilizing soft arcas in t�e existing access road with gravel.
Instaliatic�Et of a si�eet piling wall within ihe reservoir to create a pre-sedimcntation area. This L
shaped �vall �voi�lci be constructed aboul 200 ft. upstream of the dam along t13e east bank. The top of
the walf would »eed to be at an el�vation abave high water and wou�d t�e visible from Ehe sh�re. 'I'he
existing intake connection would be extended ta this locatiaaa. Based on prelictiinary settling tests it is
anticipated that the total raw water so[ids load to the plant can be recluced by at least 25 %. 5ince ihe
caag�lant use is driven more by organic canstituents and scdiments that don't readily settle, it is noi
anticipated that chemica] use at the �3Eant wil[ be reduced significantly.
Construct a small utility building adjacent to the intake tc� house an air burst system to automatically
c[ean the intake. This structure is anlicipated to be about tl�e size of a single car garage and ha�e
space to facilitate i�uture installation of a raw water treatment chemical.
Upgrade the access road from Route 79 to the �ew intake to facilitate year round access for rautine
ir�spections and maintenance of t�e intake. This would include lengthening tl�e access road to reduce
the grade from app��oximately 1 S00 ft long to 25�Q ft by installing s�r°itchbacics. Appcoximately two
Mr. Wilttam Gray, P.�., Superintendent
Septeinber 22, 20Q6
Page 9
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acres of clearing is anticipated to aceamplis� that. T�e access raad is propased to be paved la a widtl�
of I2 ft and pertnanent drainage improvements i�stalfed to prevent erosion of the road and se.tlirnent
transport into the reservoir.
lnstallation of electricai power ta facilitate installation of� water quality and sec€►rity monitoring
equipment, electric vaive actuators and power the intake cleaning systein.
Instaflation of a radia communication systet� to transmit ii�formation to a City water treatment plant.
This would require a radio anienna. `1'hese aee typically �nounted on wooden power poies. The
anienna is about the size of a broomstick and would be similar to the existing antenna at the Eco
Village water storage tank sl�own belaw. A repeater site is also anticipated to due lo fhe topograplry
between the resetvoir and t�e �vater treatrnent plant site.
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� U�grades to t�"1Q �Y15illi� residuals handling Facilities at the
plant include construction of backwash equalization tank ta
separate the solids frorn water during membrane washes. The
decant would then be discharged to a reconstructed outfall or
recycled to the head of the plant. The ciarifier waste and the
solids removed from the equalization basin would be
discharged to reconstructed drying beds on khe Giles Street.
The existing drying beds would be re�laced with two o�-
three cpvered beds with a total area of abo�t 40,000 SF. The
existing drying beds occupy a tatal area of approximately
37,400 SF.
The beds are propased to be partially below grade with
asphaft floors, concrete walls to a height about 2 ft. above
gracfe. A shaElow slope roof would be installed over tlse
drying beds Eo pre�er�t snow and rain from entering the beds.
The side wauld be left open_ The eaves of the raofs can be
kept about 8-10 ft above grade ta fimit the overall roof
heig�t at the peak to about 14-16 ft.
Mr. William Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 2006 � �
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Appendix C
City of ItE�aca
Water Supply Site Selection Comtnittee
1Vlembership --2006
Carolyn Peterson, Mayor
Zev Ross, Natural Areas Commission Chairperson ,
Dan Hoffman, City Attarney - _
Daniel Cogan, Common Cauncil Member, Alderperson Sth Ward ,
Ma�ria Coles, Common CounciI Member, Gommon Council Liaison to BPW, Alderperson lst Ward
Raymond SchIather, Board of Public Worics Member
Mary TomIan, Planning, Eco Development and' Environmental Quality Chairperson, Common Council
Member, Alderperson 3rd Ward , � ,
William Gray, Superintendent of PubIio Works
Eriic Whitney, Assist. Super of �'ublic Works Division of Water & Sewer
Scott Gibson, Envir.onm.ental Engineer
Chuck Baker, Chief Watar Treatment Plant Qperator
200G Meeting Dates
February 8, 2006
March 31, 2Q06
Aprii 21, 2006
May 8, 2006
June 14, 2006
7une 30, 200G
July 24, 20Q6 _
August 10, 2006
August 21, 2a06
�eptetnber 18, 2406
Evaluation ' '
Criterla
➢ En�ironmenta�
➢ System go�ernancelcontrol
➢ Costs
➢ Regional system reliabilit.y
➢ Water quality
➢ Implementability
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D�finitions for
Evalu ation � riteria
Environmental=
■ Potentia! to preserve the watershed area in a
natural state with minimaf long-term impact
■ Non point source pollutian pre�ention of Cayuga
Lake via sediment coilec�ion and remova� from the
Reservo�r
■ Wise use of resourceslen�ironmental ethic, if it can
be defiined.
■ Abili�y to mitigate impacts ofi construction
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System governance%ont�ol = Effecti�eness
of the-system of go�ernance to provide the
des'rred level of contro� o�er:
■ design features
■ cost control
■ appro�als
■ econom�cs
■ future changes
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Costs = Long term present worth cost for
proposed raw and finished water
�mpro�ements and mitigation measures,
inc�uding: _
■ capital costs �
■ operating costs
■ maintenance costs
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Regional system reliability = Ab i i ity to
maintain water serv[ce to City, wh�le
sustain�ng the loss of raw water source, or a
major componenfi of the treatment plant or _
disfribut�on system
➢ Combined regional abi�ity
➢ City's independent abil�ty
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Evaluation Criteria
Wa�er quality = Raw and finished water quali�y
fhat meets exisfing water quality requirements, and
can read�iy achieve future anticipafed regulations.
➢ Vulnerabi�i�y to poten�ial contaminafion tha#� is
curren�Iy not known to be a concern
➢ Vulnerab.ili�y to currenfly unknown impacts of
chemica[ additi�es
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.Implementability � The relative ease of
implementing the proposed improrrements. This
criterion considers the potential that regulatory
permitting, public acceptance, mit�gation,
property acqu�sit�on, or constructability issues
could cause de�ay or block the project. �
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September 22, 2006
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Ap�endix F
L?pdated Alter-�ativc Drscriptions
T(te pri���ary elcnter�ts of each ot'the altcrn�itives �4ere origi�iafly described i�� the 1997 Co�ripl•eher�sivc�
Waier .5'ar��pli� T:��cllzrc�trnn. As a resiilt o1- subsequent siudy, thc alternatives �ave bee�i modified and tlle
descriptioiis clariiied. T'he mast rec�«t evaluatia�is af specific features of eacl� alternative wi�l reviewed
fo�lowed by a comprehensive descriE�tion of eacli alternativc.
Rebuild Option (For�nerlv Altern.ilive S— IZenlace thc I�:xist.i�ag.,Cif� Water Treatrnent 1'lantl
As a res�tlt c�t'tltc ir�f��rcTiatiQn cullectcc� and evaluated uncier tlfis shidy the replacemcnt aFtk�e City's w�►le��
ireatment plant is anlicipatcd to includc tlie following:
A ttigh rate �larification process (i�llowed hy membrane ftlt��ation to treat the City's e�isting Six-MEIe
Creek supply impoti�lded by the 5ixty-Foot Dam. In this altern�itive, the City woukd construct a ne��� 6-
MGD water treatmcnt plant on the same sitc as the exis4ing water treatment plant. `��his pfant �vould Izave
sufficient capacity f'or the projected long-term eteeds ot�ti�e City. Ra�v water wot�ld flaw by �ravity f`rom
the reservair ic� the watcr treatment a�lant. �The raw watcr wo�Elci he clarified by a liigh rate proeess such as
platc settlers. �'latc settlers use inclined p[�tcs to in�rease the settling area, allowing li�r a smaller �asin
footp�•int. 'fhc clarified water wauld then be. ireated bv memhrane filters.
'I'he followi�tig are included in this alte�-native:
• Reservc�ir improvemenu as s�ic�wn on �'igure l and described in Appendir f3 including the
constructio�i of a"pre-sedimentakioTt" area, s�naEl ��tility btiifding, installiiig clectrical power,
cstahlishin� radia conununicatio��s and access i���pruvements.
• Initiating a clredging pro�;rr�m to periodically reriio�c sediments from tkie mai�� reservoir.
� Up�,rae�es tc� the existii��; residu�ils ha�ldling i�acifitics at the plant Er►clt�cic constructio�� a!�
i�ackwast� equaliz3tion tank aEid reconsiructed d�ying beds on the Giles Street. The e�cisting
dryi«g beds would l�e re��laced wifh t��o or three covered �eds wit�� a total area of abc�ut
�0,000 SF'.
• Lhctnical storage and fcctl syst�ms lI1CIU(�e: YOi8S51U[I7 !'errnanga�late, a coagulant, Sodiitrn
f-Iygochlorite, and Sodium I�ydroxide. Coizsidcraiion si�ould be given for pl-� depress�un
using either Carbon Di��Yicic (C(),} or S�ifuric Aci�l.
• �l�he 1'c�tassium Permar�gBlliitC tced system will b� ]o��}ted at the �Ear�t. 'I'he sulution �vill be
feei in the raw water �ipe hc.twcen the plant and thc reservair.
� ! �igh r�te clarification �vil1 be E�roceed�d by a Itapid Mix basi�� a�ad flncculation. For the
I;UEl5tCE[Cil01l COS� eSi111]2�LC plate settlers are incEudec� for the high rate claritication.
• No changes are proposed fc�r the High I.ift �'umpi��g Station (HLpS) or the clearwells.
• It is proposed that the piant be constructed in thrce phases. In ti�c tirst phase, two of t��e
Existing scttlin� basins wil� be det�ao�isheci ar�d the ne�i� f�occulatio��/settling basin, elecirica!
roam, chemical feeci systeEtis, te�riporary chc:mic��l stc�rage, and control t'�i�ilities �vill bc
consiructcd. During tfze 12 --1$ months of tl�is ph��se, iE is expected th�.t ti�e City �vill only be
ablc to produce about 2.[! M(�l) on average ancl will need to purchasc aE�}�rox. 0.75 MGD on
average of its water from tf�e 5C'LIWC. When the tirst phase is cotnplete the clarified water
will be direeted through the e�isting tilters.
Mr. William Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 2006
Pag� � 2
Continuous water purchases from SCLIWC are not expected after completion of the first
phase. The budget includes an allowance for purchasing 1�37 million galIons of water for
periodic shutdowns tha# migh� be required during the second and third phase to facilitate
construction.
The second �hase wiIl include dernolition of the main building and consiivction of the new
fil�ers and chemicaI storage. After commissioning the new filters the 'Third phase will
commence. This phase consists of selective demolition of the rest of� the existing pIant
(except for the HLPS which is to remain) and the construction of the remainder of the new
plant. It is expected that the glant will take approximately 30-36 months to complete with
each phase taking approxzznateIy one year to complete.
A schernatic of the Rebui�d Option is shown below:
Reservoir
Sedimentation
Coagulant
Pei�manganate ' � ; Water Treatment Plan�
�
Ra.pid
Mix
Basin
Drying Beds
Higi� Rate
Clarification
i i
i
,
I E
� ,
I.J
Residuals---`��
Sodium Hypochlorite
-and-
di�am Hydroxide �
�
�
�
�
� •
� -
�
�
Mernbranes ; Clearwell�
To Distributian
System
Mr. Wil[iam Gtay, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 2005
i'age 13
Purchase Option (�`ormer��� Alternative $-- Yurcl�ase SCLIWC Finished �Vater)
A� a resi�lt c�f the intormation c:��liccted ��nd e��al«ated iEnder tliis study, tl�e Aurchase Optio�i is anticipat�d
to include tltc following:
• A nc;w 4 MGD raw water pu«Zp i�i th� c�istin�; ���impir�� st�tlio��
• A�1rafle] train of flocculatioj�, sedii��ent.�tioi� and t�vo filters. The flocculators, settli���; basins and
�lters ���iEl be af samc or simiEar Ey��e as ihe ctisting.
• Lagoon cfecant system NJill l�e. up�rac�.eci t�� incr�a.sc the recycle capaciiy,
+ A new cast-in-place concrete clea�-weli l��catecf uncfer t�ie proposed filters and extending to tl�e west
wiih a geametr�� similar to tl�e eaisting clear��ell. �j-hi.s clearwell ��ill be iraterconnected to the
existing. The estimated volume of this clLarweEl is ��ppro�i�Tiate�y 300,000 ga�[ons.
• A 30" diameter transmission ntain tr�m the. Bultn�� Pc�int Water Treatme«t P1ant to the CiCy of Ithaca.
"I'his transmissian main pro��ides the required disi�kfection for Cit}�• customers. "['his �iiain is anticipated
to be rauted as shc��ir� on Figure 2 ihroi�gh Six privaEe prc�Perties in the Village of �.ansing ta faeilitate
�ravity ffow fron� t�re c[eans�ell, then aiong New York State Rt. 34 to the Ciry of �thaca, mostly ��ithin
the [imits of the existing pavem�nt. I�ccess to the area between tlie Bo�tan Pai�t Water T'reatment
P[ant and NYS RT, 34 is dif€�ctt[t and distt�rt�ance ��oujd be necessary that �vould require signifcant
restoration. I# was conc]aided that access for a specii7c repair after i�titial construction could be
esta�lished on ae� as needed hasis once thc pruperty acquisitio�� or easernent process is co�t�plete.
• Decommissioning the existin� (;ity p�arit attcl raw water trattsmission main, The raw water maiit
would either bc abandocfed in place or iiscd for anothcr purpose. The deco�nrnission��ig of tiie
existin� Ciiy �lant facilities on Water 5t. and Giles St, siies would be accomplished thraugl� selective
dcmoiition. 'I'he process treatment facilitics ��ould be c�emolished. The hi�;l� lifi pum�ing statioii,
disinfection system and c1�an��eEl stora�;� tanks wu��ld reR�taiit in ser�ice with limited conslruction to
re-establish the exterior buildin� shell.
* 'I'he budget cost for this option is based nn thc re-al[ocaticm of tife City� water treatment plant staff.
No cost has been included for the staff curr�ntly responsihle for the operatian and rttaintenanec aFtl�e
City plant, raw water transmissiun main and reservoirs. "[�h� budget does include tf�e cost to maii�tain
the Gty Plant Ad�ninistrator/Chief O��eratc�r. T�he future aciministration needs under this Optic�n
i��cEude monitori�3� and re�orting of a puf�lic �vater distrihution sSsiem.
• Note that current alternative descriptioez assu��aes that t��e respansibility for m�naging the CXE5j3R�
watershed Iands, dams and raw water transmissian systent a«d the costs associated �vith thc
mai�itenance of those faci3ities will not he �overed h�� tize City Water a��d Sewer DeparCment.
Mr. WiIliam Gray, P.E., Superintendent
5eptember 22, 2QOb
Page 14
Appendix F
Cost Ana�ysis
A summary of the cost analysis is shown on Tables l, 2, 3, & 4. Table 1 depicts the estimated total
annual prodvction cost and city . retail rate component associated with water productian for each
alternative. The retail wafer rate increase needed to fund the water supply project is estimafed to be
6etween $4.04 and $4.19 /1,OOQ gallons sold. rf the retail water rate was increased to cover the current
distribution system cast, the totaI rate would be between $6.58 and $6.73 per 1,OQ0 gaIlons sold.
The City's estimated annual aperating costs for either producing, its own water ar pumping water
purchased from SCLIWC are shown in Table 2. The estimated production costs for RebuiZd Option are
$1.4 Millzon. The City would retain an estimated $40Q,000 of costs currently tracked under its water
treatment budget to pumping water purchased frocn SCLIWC and administer the water system.
The estimated capital construction related casts for the Rebuild Option is shown in Table 3. This option
has an estimated capitaI cost of $23 million. The Purchase 4ption has a total estimated capital cost of $16
MiIlion as shown in Table �. The current cost analysis is based the City paying for the entue cost of the
East Shore Transmission Main and SCLIW'C sharing in the cost of the Botton Point plant expansion and
. clearwell. The cost sharing is calcuiated in proportion to water use.
SCLIWC developed an esfimated annual operating budget of $3.5 millzon on ttie basis of producing at
total 5.4b MGD with 3 MGD being sold to the City. Using the same cost sharing formula the estimated
purchase price is foz znember communities and the City under the Purchase Option would be $1.70/I,000
gallons.
sizi i2oos
1'ABLE 1
Comprehensive Water 5upply Evaluation
5um�nary of Retail Customer Rate Impacts
New Plant Deb[ Rcfatcd Cost per
or Purchase in�em�;] O&!Vi To[al Production C�alinn 5�,1�� Distrib�tion Tnsal Retail
Cost Cc�sts Debt for CSTIvt Related Cost Reiail Coscs Cost�
$/1,000 Gal $/1,OOQ GaE
$I I,O(i0 Gal. $/ l,()()f] G:�1. $11,Q00 Gal. F'ruduced $/ I,OC)(1 Gal Sald �/ l,(H}Q Gai Sold 5old
f:xisting 2006 Conditions R�A $1.11 NA gl.l 1 $1.58 $2.54 $4.12
Purcha�e pption �1.7p 50.46 5d.b7 52.83 �4.{?4 52.SA SG.58
Rebu€ld Option 51.65 51.27 NA 52.93 $4.19 52.54 56.73
IvoEeS: - Keta�.l ttate �,nmponen[ vasen on a �.v rvi�,� N�uuu���c��� inic i�i �iiy aieu �.. �•.4+�. ��. ..u�..� �u....,
- 2006 Cin� toca3 Water Rate is �3.fi9/1000 Gal.
- A capital reserve fund has been established to mcxierate the rate impact for eithcr Option.
I:ldi�571Prajects/1598/3808114_N and D/Cast Comparison 2006-REG Rev3
Carnpare to
rehuild
optian
9/27/2006
T'A9L� Z
Comprehensive Water System Evaluation
EstImateci Direct Costs of Water Production
Clty of lthaca
IJdiv571projects11598/3808114 N ar�d DlCost Comparison 200B-R�G Rev3
9/21/2006
TABLE 3
EST�IATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS
CITY OF ITHACA
REF3LIILD OPTION
R�servoir Managernent Improve�r►ents
Vi�iegar E[ill Water S[reet ['S fmprq�ements
Ra�� Water Transmission M��in Upgrades
New Raw Water Trans�nission Mains
New Finished Water Transrtussion Mains
Purchase Wat�r
Water Treatment Plant
Site/Utilities
New Settled Water Baaster Pumping 5tatian
New Raw Water F'u�i}ping Station
Iv[i�ng, Flaceulaticm and Clarifcation
Membrane-Fi 1 tratio�ti
Cl�ar Water Stora�e
New High Lift Pumping 5tation
Chemical Feed Facilities
Treatment Residuals ManagemenE
Demolition
Structural anc! Architectural
Svbtotal
General O&P {20%)
Total General contract '
Electricai ( l2% of General)
Instrumentation (5% oiGeneral)
HVAC {5�Io of General}
Plumbing { 1 % of General)
Es[imated WTP Construction Cost
Estimated Total Cor�struction Cost- June 2006
Conlingency {20%)
Engineering, Legal and Miscellaneous (12.5°l0)
Estimated Pro3ect Cost
Bond Issuance Costs (3%}
Annualized (.AIP, 4.5°I�, 20yrs)
Cast per 1000 gallons
I:ldi�571projects1159$/38081/4_�i and DlCost Carnparison 2b06-REG Rev3
$ 1,428,000
[aone
$ 438,OU0
$ -
$ -
$ 1,018,35�
341,987
337,850
947,6 � ?
2,709,8�39
Done
170,875
1,952,265
224, I l 9
3,098,750
9,783,306
i ,956,661
1 i,739,968
1,4�8,796
586,998
586,998
� 17,400
14,440, I60
17,324,51 D
3,464,90�
2,165,5b4
22,954,976
688,649
1,817,63 E
1.66
9/21/2006
TABLE 4
ESTIMA7Eq COSTS
GITY OF fTHACA
PEJRCHASE OPTIOI�
!'urchase Water from SCLIWC
ESE
Item Quantity Units
East Shore Transmission Main
36" E.Shore Dr. T-Main (8PWTP to Fiigh Scfi�aol) 17,000 If $
lmprovements Subtotal
Contingency
Engineering, Legal, Miscellaneous
Total Estimated Ca�ital Cost
Anticipated Contribution from ather rttunicipaiities
Anticipated Bonded Capital Cost
Bond f55uance Costs
Ann�alized ESTM Costs over 20 rs
Cost of Water Produced, Ci€y Pays ($11000 gal)
Cost of Water Produced, SCLIWC Pays ($11000 gal)
City Pays All Share Costs
Unit Cost June 20a6 June 2005
1997 est. June 2006 Amount Amount
165 $41 Z $ 6,990,000 $ 6,990,0�0
$ 6,990,000 $ 6,990,600
20% $ 1,398,000 $ 1,398,000
12.5% $ $73,750 $ 873,75D
$ 9,261,750 $ 9,261,750
a�io $ - $ -
$ 9,261,750 $ 9,261,750
3% $ 277,$53 $ 277,853
a.5% $ 733,368 $ 733,368
3.0 $0.67
5.5 $0.37
Esi Unit Cost June 2006 Jun� 2006
Item Ouar�tit Units 1997 est. June 20D6 Amount Amount
SCLIWC WTP Expansion
4.35 MGD Expansion 1 is $ 1,750,000 $5,220,957 $ 5,220,957 $ 5,220,957
O.fi MG Clearwell 1 1s $ 600,000 $0 $ -$ -
Improvements Subtotal $ 5,22p,957 $ 5,220,957
Contingency 20% $ 1.044,191 $ 1,044,191
�ngineering, Legal, Miscellaneous 12.5°10 $ fi52,620 $ 652,620
7ota1 Estimated Capital Cost $ 6,917,768 $ 6,9t7,768
Bond Issuance Costs 3% $ 207,533 $ 2D7,533
Annualized ESTM Costs a�er 2Q r5 4.5°/4 $ 547,766 $ 547,766
Cost o( Water Produced, City Pays ($11000 ga!) 3.0 $0-50
Cost oi Water Prod�ced, SCLIWC Pays ($/1000 gal) 5.5 $0.27
Note
It is likely that the Town of Ithaca and Village af Lansing might contribute toward the ESTM, as it could ser�e their users
Howe�er, for this ana{ysis, the contributian is assumed to be zero
�:Idiv57/projecEs/1598/3808114_N and DlCost Comparison 2006-R�G Re�3
Mr. William Gray, P.E., 5uperintendent
September 22, 2U06
Page 15
A breakdawn of the estinnated annua] costs for each a[ternative is shown in the following Charts_ Capital
debt ser�ice represents the largest expense with either alterttative at 5$% of the total far t�e Rebt�ild
O�tion and 41 % for the Purchase Option. Electrical energy r�e�teset�ts 5% of the Rebuiid Option's
estimated cc�st and ] 3°l0 of the total cost with the Purchase Uption. The lower energy costs witl� khe
Rebuild Option are the result of the abtlity to convey water from the reservoir to the plant by gravity
where al] oithe water rnust be pumped tc� tE�e plant with the Purchase �ption.
GipAi
CapRa� oaht se
4/Y.
Olhar
i7%
Re6ulld Optlon
Purchase Optlon
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V�O[hei
Mr. WilIiam Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 200b
Page 16
Ap�endix G
Water Qualety Considerations
The criteria for assessment of quality of the source water for bat}t water supply options has been defined
with the City's water supply committee as: �
Able to rneet existing water quality requirements and can be readiIy treated to achieve future
antzcipated regulations,
VuInerability to unu-egulated potential contamination that is currently not identified or known
to be a concern,
Vulnerability to cvrrently unknown impacts of chemical additives used in the treatment of the
water.
The 5ix-Mi1e Creek source waier for the City's water treatment plant has been, and is projected to
cont�nue to be readily trea�ed to meet regulatory water quality requirements. The City had recent
violaiions regarding the water quality in the distribution system as a result of elevated values of
disinfection byproducts �and totaI coliform. The disinfection byproduct violations have heen addressed on
an interim basis with modifications to the existing water treatment plant and is anticipated to be acidressed
an a long-tenn basis with improved water circulation strategies in the distribution system and enhanced
source water treatrnent. The total coliform violation will be addressed by separate distribution system
projects that are common to both water suppIy altematives. �
Cayuga Lake has been, aand is projected to continue to be readily treated to meet reguIatory water quality
requirements. SCLIWC is evaluating strategies regarding disinfection byproducts and the water quality in
the distribution system. Continued regulatory compliance is anticipated to be addressed an a long-term
basis with improved water -circuIation strategies in the distribution system and enhanced source water
treatment.
The vulnerability to unknown contaminants or untcziown impacts from knows� contaminants can be
addressed in tt�e facility planning �or either alternaEive. The flexibility to modify or add a new treatment
process at a future date can be readily incarporated into the new facility proposed with the Rebuild Option
by .positioning future connection points and hydraulic design considerations. These connections result i�n
aImost no initial cost and are included in the budgetary estimates for this alteinative. Consequently if a
cnntaminant is identified in the future that the advanced process proposed for this plant will no# remove,
the City can decide if it wants to install a treafinent process targeted sQecifically toward that cantaminant
and implement a praject to install tha� process.
Modifying the Bolton Point treatment process to address contamiz�ants can be addressed in the facility
planning but with less flexibility than with a new facility. The existing plant layout does nat lend itself to
znserting a new process. The plant was constructed with comman walls separating the process treatment
units between the rapid mix basin and the clearwell with no connections or hydraulic provisions to convey
water into or out of a future process. Consequently modifying or adding a new treatment process at a
�uture date may require additional cost to move the water into and out of a remotely located process
treatmeni facility.
Mr. Willian� Gray, P.E., Superintendent
Septe�nber 22, 2006
Page 17
Appendix H
System Retiability
System reliability reE�resents the levei of� service that can he pro�ided in the event that a system
co���ponent is o�t of sc:rvice. Regiona! syst�m reliability was quantifed, based on the consequence oFan
accurrence, in the ] 997 Compre�ettsive Water Sz�pply Evaluation as tfte capacity to deiiver average daily
water dema��ds �vitli the largest co�i�ponent c>f the cambined Ithaca, Cor�7el1, and SCLIWC systems out of
ser�ice. This would oecur tl�rough the ii�lpl�:mentatic��a of fori�ta{ and informal mutual aid agi-een�ents. The
Eevel of ser��ce is represented on a percentage basis �s folEows:
Alter�ative Re i�nal Rcliabilify ("/o
Rebuild O tion 120
Purchase Option 39
Using this method the limiting component is the so�trce oF supply iE�cluding the raw water transmission
and treaktnent systems. Rep�acing tl�e City water treatment plailt results in the same Level of reliability as
currently exists. Uecommissioning the City plant ressilts in a reds�ction in regional system reliability over
current concfitions.
The City �vould not have an indepen�ent ability ta sup�ly waier to its customers with either' alternative in
the event tl�at the source of supply that the City relies far nc�rmal operations is out of service.
Rativ water pipelrne condrtiarl cmd vr�lj�ercrhilitv.� li� cottjunction with tl�is update the condition caf titie
City's raw water pipeline was reviewed. "I'he location of this main is sho��n on Pigure 3. This main is in
good condition for its age and a!1 ide��titied maintenance issues ha�e. either been corrected or are
addressed ifi the scope of this aliernati�e. One vulnerability associated �irith this main is access. The raw
water rnain is locateci in a� area �vith steep and reportedly ui�stable slopes wk�e�e landslides have occurred.
Two majar repairs have bceit reyuia�ed due to laizdslic{es in ihe past 100 years.
The City e�ther o�vns or is i�� tl�e process ot� obtaining easerne«ts to facilitate access to the pipeline from
t11� Sisty-Foat Dam to the water treatrrtent plant. Cw-rently there is nc�t a usable access road that extends
along the etttire length of the main Eior is one pro�aseci for this alternative. Access ta some areas is
di�ficult and disturbance tt�ay be necessary that wauld reqEtire significani restoration. [t was concluded
that access For a specific repair can and would be estahlished on an as neecEed basis once the property
acquisition or easement process is co�tz}�lete.
Mr. WilIiam Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 2006
Page l.8
A�pendig T
Enveronmental Considerations
One distinctive difference between the water suppiy alternatives is where the en�ironmental disturbance
wil� occur. With the Rebui�d Option, the proposed faciIities do nat in�olve a change in land use. The
project sites are currently owned by the City and used for water supply purpases, The project would
involve maintenance and alterations to existing facilities to impro�e the, water supply reliability and
efficiency, These include:
• reconstruction of the residuals handling facitities on Giles Street that wo�ld alter the �iewshed from
the Wildflower Preserve,
�• potentiaZ short-term construction impacts within the Natural Areas associated with the maintenance
of the raw water transmission main, and ,
• work within the watershed upstream of the Sixty-�oot Dam that is cvrrently restricted from public
access. This work inclvdes dredging o� sediments from the reservoir to maintain the water supply
yield and permanent improvements as shown on Figure i and described in Appendix B. The
permanent features include the construction of a"pre-sedimentation" area, small utiIity building,
installing electrica! power, estabIishing radio communications and access improvements.
A variety of features tv mitigate impacts of constr�ction within the Natural Areas have been discussed
and would b� more comprehensively expiored in an environmenta� assessment.
The �urchase Option inctudes construction of approximately 1,000 ft. of pipeline through matura forest
on private property. In addition there would be short term consfiaction related impacts associated with
the construction of approximateIy 12,000-ft. of pipeline along NYS Route 34. The cost estimates include
allowances for mi#igating features anticipated to be required by the New York State Deparhnent of
Transportation. .
The Pwchase Optian also has the potential For shart-term construc�ion impacts within the NaturaZ Areas
associated with the maintenance of the SCLP]VC's main finished watar transmission main.
Both Options are anticigated to result in dredging activities in the reservoir upstream of the Sixty-Foot
Dam. The dredging required under the Rebuild Op#ion wouId involve Iimited temporary construction and
disturbances associated with the operation of a floating dredge for periods of one to three months in
duration repeated every ane to three years. The dredging associated with the Purchase Option could be
limited to just what is required to maintain the ability to operate the gates at the Sixty-Foot Dam. The
volume of material that would need to be retnoved could be much smaller.
Botl� options maintain the potential to preserve the watershed area in a relatively natural state with
rninimal long-term impact and to assist in non-point source pollution prevention of Cayuga Lake. In ths
case of the Rebuild Option, the funds are included in the estimate to maintain a dredging operation to
reduce sedirnent transport and removaI from the reservoir. A separate project and funding would be
required to achieve that goal with the Purchase Op�ion.
Mr. WilIiam Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 20Q6
Page 19
Appendix J'
Tm lementahili
The issues that effect implementation of each alternative are different. Both aIternatives are anticipated to
take about three years to implemenf. The RebUild Option has relatzvely well defined project requirements
for reg�zlatory permitting and construction. The City would likely he the Lead Agency in the SEQR
process. The City owns the �ands on which the project components would be �acated. The public
acceptance and mitigation uncertainties that could impact the implementation and project schedule appear
to relate to the residaal handling buildzngs, raw water transmission main and � ti�e reservoir. As Lead
Agency, the City wouId have better ability to manage the scoping of these issues and the review schedule.
The Parchase Option involves obtaining approximately six easettxents through a mature forested area
from prir+ate properties outside the City. The City would be an involved agency but would not likely be
the Lead Agency for the SEQR process. The public acceptance, mitigaiion and pez-mitting uncertainties
appear to reiate to the construction o� the finished water transmission main. The Lead Agency would be
responsible far and manage the scoping of these issues and the review schedule, �
Mr. WiI�iam Gray, P.E., Superintendent
September 22, 200b
Fage 20 .
Appendix K
System Governance and Related Yssues
Ona of the differences between the two water sUpply alternatives is how decisions on the design,
approvals, construction, operation and maintenance of the facilities would be accomplished. The City
would have direct control or management responsibilities over design features, cost, approvals, and future
changes with the Rebuild Option.
Wifh the �Urchase Option, it is our Understanding that discussions with SCLIWC to ciate are proceeding
based on the City being either a wholesale castomer of SCLIWC or joining,as a member.
In the event that the City is a customer, it is our understan�ing that SCLIWC would maintain ownership
of the BoIton Point Water Treatment Plant inclading the facility expansion and on-site clearwell. It is
aIso our understanding that the City wouId maintain ownership o£ the transmission main from the Bolton
Point Water Treatment Plant Site into the City but that operation and maintenance wauZd be performed by
SCLIWC. The role of the City, if any, in the design, constr�ction, and operation and future changes to the
SCLIWC facilities would need to be defned in the purchase agreement between the parties.
In the event tha� the City became a member of SCLNVC it would have the same representation on the
Commission as each of the other members. Future capital improvemeni projects reyuire the approval and
authoriza.tion of all mernbers. Annual operations and maintenance budgets are established by a majority
vote of the commission. The operating costs of the Cammission are paid by the member municipalities in
proportion to their water consumption.
It is anticipated that the City wouId not likeIy be Lead Agency with the Purchase Optian and would
therefore not have direct control over the management of the SEQR scoping process or the SEQR and
schedule. SCLIWC would be the most likely Lead Agency and responsible for SEQRA compliance if
they so desired.
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October 4, 20D2
Honorable Alan 3. Cohe�
Mayor - City of Ithaca
108 East Green Street
Tthaca, NY 14850
Dear Mayor Cohen,
Thank you for yovr letter of August 18, 2002. Inclusion of the City as a
Commission membear was raised at the Commission meeting of September S,
2002. Following thovghtfu� and f.horough d'zscussion, the Commission has decided
to retain its cunent configuration and terminate further negotiations with the City.
While there may have been some modest benefit to the Commission and its
customers, the slow pace of negotiations with the City an this matter has been a
concern and the potential costs and liabilities could well affset any possible
benefit. Many factors were considered:
• For twenty-six years the Commission thrived by virtue of inernbers conducting
Commission-related bvsiness in a reliable, decisive and timely manner. Four years
have elapsed since the City approached t�e Commission for potential help with its
water system. The City has yet to take the requisite steps to either canclude or
suggest rnodifications to the proposed agreemem, calling into question its ability
to make the timely decisions required for proper Commission functioning.
Moreover, while the wastewater treatment discussions with municipalities that
cornprise the Commission are not, and never were "linked" to our water
discnssions, inability of the City to reach agreement is duly noted.
• Members of the Commission are equals. On-going insistence that joining the
Commission "should have no worse an effect on its water rate and rate payers as
the impact of the city bt�ilding its own new water treatment plant" is simply not
ac�eptable. The water rate c�arged to Cornmission members is based on iinancial
realities iri effect each fall when the Commission determines the rate for the
coming year. This single rate is unifarmly paid by all members.
• Fiscally, the Commission is sound, with the capacity to meet member needs for
the foreseeable future. The fiscal stability of the City, in contrast, is a subject of
concem. Acceptance of the City as a partner cau�d expose members to financia[
obligations that wovld benefit only the Czty.
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• The decision of Cornell to withdraw from merger negotiations has altered both opexational and
financial aspects oi the proposed caIlaboration. The Commission has deait with this new reality
by establishing regular and on-going discussions with Cornell, at both tf�e policy and operational
levels, to promot� effective intersystem cooperation. This model could also apply to relations
with the City.
Although the Commission has voted to terminate discussions abaut City membership, I assure
you our Water Emergency Aid agreement of June 1986 remains in full force and effect.
Moreover, should the City determi.ne that it wishes to purchase water from the Commission, we
are prepared to work toward a mutually agreeable sales agreement.
Sincerely,
H. Michael Newman, Chair
Southem Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Comrnission
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City of Ithaca Common Council
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SOUTHERN CAYUGA LAI(E �NTERi�UNIGIPAI WATER COiIIIMISSlON
SHfPPlNG AdDRESS:
14D2 East Shore Drive
Ithaco. N.Y. i 4850
CQMMISSIONERS:
H. MICHAEL NEWIV�AN
Chairperson
WALI'ER R. LYNN
Vice Chairperson
GATH�RINf VALENiINO
?reasur�r
RONALD ANpER50N
STEPH��[ FAl�I(A5
��NALD HARTlLL
CHRISTOPHER MICHA�lS
idlEv OVERSTROM
MAf2Y RU55ELL
MARK VARVAYANIS
Sl'EPHEN C. LfPINSKI
consultant
PAUL TUN150N
General Manager
€AWRENCE PARLETf
Adrr�inistraSion
JACK RUECKHEIM
4�istribution
KENNETH BUTLfR
Prpduction
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Honorable Aian J. Cohen
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108 East Gr�en Street
Ithaca, New York I4850
Dear Alan:
Th.e Southern Cayuga Lake Interrn�nicipal Water Commission has ask�d
me, as Chairman of the Commission, to communicate wzth you regarding the need
to either conclude �r terminate the discussior�s regarding incluszon of the City as
part of �he Corr�rnission.
Something ovez- a year ago a pzaposal was submitted to the City �or
inclusion of the City in the Commission. White there have been sporadic
meetzngs, to this date we have not received a concrete response from the City
indicatiz�g what provisions af the proposal are acceptable and which, if any, are
not a�reeabie ta the City.
The Commzsszon is at point where it needs to move forward on a number
oFprojects rElating to the water treatment plant and transmission facilities. Same
of th.ese projeccs can proceed independent of whether the Gity is or is not going io
be a participant with the Cammission. Others, particularly those affectiz�g the
capacity of the plant, wil� be inf�uenced by whether the Czty is going to be a
participant with the Con:xnnission az is looking to the Co�ission to supply the
City with water on a long term basis.
In view of the foregoing, the Coenmission be�ieves we need ta set a
timetable to bring c�osure to the matter. Accordingly, if the City is interested is
becoming a�nember participant wi�h the other member municipalities of the
Commission, glease provide a �vritten, detaifed, specific zesponse to the proposed
Agreement ��vhich the Cnmmission provided to t�e City we�l over �. year ago. As
you know, Coznell Unzversity has opted out of becotning a member of the
Comrnission and has also chosen not to lease its facility to the Commission. We
recognize that certain changes will have to be made in the proposed Agreerrzent
due to Corne!!'s withdrawal. That ean be accomplished when the next iteration of
the Agreement is drafted. However, the Commissian is not prepared to expend
any further funds dra�ting aoreements unless and until the City has provided i�s
written input. If we do nat receive ihe written input by September l, 2d02, we
will assumE that the City is no longer interested in becoming a rz�:en�ber
municipality nor a iong-term customer of the Con�mission, and vve will praceed
acco�-dingly.
ExceNe►�ce in water quality and customer serriice
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If the City has responded as requested above, by SEptember 1, 2002, we would expect to
cornplete the negotiations and reach a tentative agreement no ]ater than D�cember 31, 2002, with
v ratification and approval by all of the municipa] partners to occ�.u- no later than Mazch 1, 20Q3. If
the �rocess fails to rr�eet these milestones, it is the Cornmission's intention to recammend to the
current member municipaIities that the negotiations be terminated and that the Commission
proceed on the understan:ding that the City wi11 not be a participant nor a�ong terrr� custamer.
We �oak fo�-�vard to hearing your respanse by September ls`.
Very truly yours,
H. Michaef Newman, Chair
Southern Cayuga Lake Inte�znunicipal Water Coirramission
xc: Honorable 5ter��en Farkas, Town of Lansing Supervisor
Honorable Donald Hartill, Village of Lansing Mayor
Honorable Catherine Valentino, Town af Ithaca 5upervisor
Horzoral�le Mark Varvayanis, Town of Dryden Supervisor
Honarable Waiter Lynn, Village of Cayuga Heights mayor
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108 East Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850-5�90
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR • ALAN J. COHEN
Telephone:607/274-6501 Fax:607/27�4-6526
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Mr. H. Michael Newman, Chair
Southern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission
P.O. Box 178
�thaca, N.Y. 14851
Dear Mr. Newman,
Thank you for your letter of July 9, 2002 xegarding the discussions between the
City of �thaca and' Soufhern Cayuga Lake Intermunicipal Water Commission
(commission) to include the city as a member of the commission. Foxgive the late
response, but I just returned to Ifhaca on August 6fh after an extended absence.
� can assure you that the city is also intexested in bringing th.ese discussions to
a close. � am glad to hear that ihe commission is committed to doing so. The last
message we had received was fhat our water discussions were tied to th� also
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ongoing was�ewa�er treatment discussions and that the water discussions could not
conclude until the wastewater discussions concluded. It sounds like this is no
longer the situation, and fhe city is prepared ta jump back into discussions with fhe
commission with a solid commitmenf to conclude them in an expeditious manner.
As I recall, there are only two specific things that remained to be done. First,
the city needs to produce for the commission's consideration a draft lease agreement
tor the short term operafion of the city water plant by the commission. I have asked
our Iegal departrnent to staxt working on fihat, and will push fox a£irst draft by the
end of Sepiember. The second fhing we had discussEd was a simple process of
bringing the two intermunicipal agreements, water and wastewater, 'into lu�►e' with
each other. Our wastewafer dzscussions, which have continued on during the
hiatus i.n our water discussions, have produced some solzd ideas that many agreed
should also be incorpoxated into our water agreement. If it is th� desire of the
commission, the city can review both draft documents and identify the clauses that,
pending approval of all o� us, need to be amended. We can also have this �or you by
�.__:the end of September.
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Aside fro�n the two particulars si�ed above, there is one issue I feel eompelled
� fo bring up at th�s fime. The city conszders its joining of the comm�ssion fo be in its
best iriteresfs and that of the community at large. The city took the position that its
joining of fhe commission should hav� na worse of an effect on its water rate and
rate payers as flze impaci of the city building its own new wafer treatment plant. The
commission also r�cognized fhe benefits of the cii-�r joinirig the commission, and
was able to accommodate the czty's posi�ion.
My understanding to dafe is that the commission was in part ab�e �o
accomplish this by relying on the watEr rates thaf Cornell would be charging to the
commission. As I am nofi privy to the most recent discussions between the
universify and the commission, I do not know how the university's change of
position impacts fhe ability of thc commission to ensure the same conditions for the
ci�y. For fhe record, �he czfy's position on fhis point has not changed, and i feel
comp�lled to put fhaf �orward now in the case the commission's position has
changed. I am hopeful it has not, and that we will be able to move forward wi�h our
discusszons.
Zn closing, I am of the belief that the issues left befoxe us can be easily and
�y- qu:ickly discussed and settled, and that we wzll be able to accomplish the goals set by
the commission. Please get back to me at your earliest convenience if there is a
problern with any of the points set forth in this letter. You are welcome to call me at
the offi.ce or e-mai? me at mayorC�3cityofithaca.org.
Respectfully,
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P.O. Box ] 78
lthaca, N.Y 14851
SDUTHERN CAYUGA LAKE lNTERMUNlC�PAL WATER GOMiVlISSI�N
SHIPPiNG ADbRESS:
i 402 East Shore Driv�
ffhaca, �f.Y 1485�
www.boitonpolnr.org
COMMISSIONERS:
Ff. MICHAEz NEWMAIV
Chairperson
WALTER R. LYNN
Vice Chairperson
CATHERI�VE VALENTINO
Treasurer
R�NALU ANDERSON
ST�PNEN FARKAS
i30NALQ HARiILL
STEPHEN C. LIPINSKI
MARY RUSSELE
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CONf`JIE WILCox
PAUL Ti1NISQN
Generai Manag�r
LAWRE�iCE PARLETf
Administrat3on �
JAClC RIJECKHEIM
Distribution
KE�IN�71� BUTLER
Production
TOWNS O� DRYD�N • Ii�IACA • LANSfNG --VJLL.�IGE5 Of CAYUGII iiEIGHTS • LAl+lSiMG
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Superv�sor Steve Tru��bt�i�
Tawn of Dryden
65 East Main SEreet
Dryden, New York 13053
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Re: Town of D�,yc�en Proposed Royai Ro�d Water District
Dear Supervisor Tiumbull:
The Commission has heen informed about the proposed formation of the
abave refereilced Water District. As of the date of this letE�r, the Commission is
w•iflin� ancE able Eo meet the gubiic water supply demancf for this Water District.
Tl�.e Town of Dryden is party to an A�reement of Mui�icipal Cooperation
(AMC), which provid�d for the ori�inal consttuction and cotititival operation of
tne Bolton Poir�t Municipal Water System (BPMWS) �iy the Cammission. These
facilities were de3i�ned to meet Ch�. presenf and future needs of the parties oi' the
AMC.
A 2003 Amencime�lt to the AI11C changed the r�qt�irements for new° water
districts in the Town oi� Dryden to be corzsidered covered by [h� AMC. Prior t�
new water di5tricts in ti�e Tawn of Dryden receivirt� water from the BPMWS, the
Town, on behalf of �Zew water districts, nlust certify, in writing, that the new
dis[ricts will pay their proportionate shar� of BPMWS cost5 and be baund by all
rt�les ancl regulations per the AMC, A copy of the amended language in the AMC
conceri�ing new water district5 in the Town of Dryde�l is it�ctuded with t�ias letter.
The a�erage daily near-tenn demancl for this Water DisErict has been
estimated to be 3,SD0 gallons per day. Ttfe Co�umission is pe«niCted to witf�draw
six (6) mill�on galloiis per day (MGD) of water from Cayuga Lak� for treatment
and traizsrnission to the Tawns c�f Dryden, ItEiaca and Lansing and the Villa�es of
Cayuga Heights ancf Lansing. The BPMWS's tnaximun� treatment plant capacity
is fi.75 MGD. The a�erage daily water demancl experier-►ced by the Conunission is
2S MGD.
The 200=� metered water rate thztt woiild be charged to customers of the
Royal Road Water District consists of a BPMWS component (�2.Q4 per 1,00d
aallons) a�icE a Tow�n ot� Dryden compc���ez�t (�0.91 per 1,000 gallons). The
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BPMWS component is intended to recover a�l� costs assaciated with the BPM�V'S source of
supply, treatment, storag�, and transmission facilities. The Town of Dryden comgonent is
intended to recover all cost associatea with the Town's storage and distribution system, including
operation and maintenance costs.
Should you �ave any questions, please contact this office.
S incerely,
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PauI F. Tunison
General Manager
Encl.
cc: Corrunissioners
Mahlon Perkins, Esq., Town of Dryden Legal Counsel
David Putnam, P.E., Town of Dryden Engineer
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�7. Future Water Districts in Dr den and�Lansin Town.
The parties agree that should new water districts be formed within the municipal
boundaries of Dryden and Lansing Town, or should a distric� be enlarged or extended,
and should such new or extended district elect, water may be supplied to such districts
from or through Projects I and II provided that the Commission has avaiIable water
supply capacity to serve such districts, ar�d p:rovided, however, that said ciistric�s execute
a document in form saCisfactory to the Commission and counsel to the Commission
pursuant to which such district
(a) describes the area of the district ar extension to be served;
(b) agrees to pay (as part of the overall collections by Dryden or Lansing Town
or directly to the Commission} its proportionate share of the costs of operation
and maintenance and principal and interest in accordance witti -tlie formulae or
other direction as then in affect wi�h respEct to alI of the member municipalities o�
the Commission; and
(c) agrees to be bound by all of the ruIes, regnlations, local laws, plumbing codes
and other similar rules, regulations, and laws in effect at the time governing the
supplying oi water by the Corrunission's facilities and governing the supply of
water within the ar�a served by the Coinmissian.
A copy of such certificate indicating the name and the town in which such water distr�ct is
Iocated, signed by the Chauperson, President or other Chzef Officer of the district's governing
entity, shall be delivered to the Chairperson of the Commission with copies to the Town andlor
ViIlage Clerks oi each of the five member Municipalities. The Chairperson of the Commissian
sha11 submit the certificate to the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission at which,
if the Cammission has adequate water supply capacity, the Commission shaZl vote on supplyi.ng
water ta such distriet. If approved, the date of such approval (or such later date as may be agreed
to by the district and the Commission) shalI be the date on which the new district shall be
considered to be covered by the Intermunicipal Agreemen�. From such date on, the district shall
be subject to the Intermunicipal Agrear3nent terms and subject to the rules, reguiations and Iaws
governing the Commission and the supplying of water by t}�e Commission." ___ . __
To: 2007 Town Board Members: Supervisor Catherine Valentino; Will Butbank, J�ff Cowie,
Herbert Eng�nan,Gandra Gittelman, Pat Leary, Peter Stein
From: Rasalind and Salvatore Grippi 9 Orc�ard Hill Rd ,Ithaca
We plan to address the Board at the Public hearing 7I9107 re: Sewer for Hayts Chapel
and Sc}�oolhonse now on the National Re ' of Historic Places Warth of
Preservation).
As of Friday 6/30/07 the septic system failed.
The Town has been aware for at least 30 years that the septic system for these two
buildings on a t/z acre lot coald not endure.
The Trumansburg Road 2002 Sewer Project, du�p passed (Public Heazing Ithaca Journal
.7/11/02; Published Bid, same, 8/1512002) included this property and thereby would
provzde a solution to �his property's sewer problam. ,
Tha Town abandoned the above sewer project without notice to us or without scheduling
a public hearing, thereby deny�ng us the opporiunity to appeal the reversa� on th� grounds
that their action put t}us property in continuing jeopardy for septic fai�ure.To here cite
from the minutes of the Town Board meeting 7/8/02, p.3, the Town Engineer areported
that "there's a failing septic system on the Grippi property...you can not do ansight
sewer disposat on lois this size".
Frida.y, �une 30, 2007 we notified the Health Departn�ent that the septic system iailed .
We w�re advised by Rick Ewald to contact Town Engineer, Dan Walker for the
possibility of sewer connec�ian. We met with Dan WaIker and Catheriue Valentino
Monciay July 2, 07 who will look into the possibility oF sewer linkage { sewer line zs
already in place on east sid� of Trumansburg Rd.).
The Chapel provides a studio forSalvatore Grippi, professianal artist and retired
Professor or A.rt at I.C. ; the Schoolliouse is an occupied residence, Since June 3Q�'
we lzave had the Schoolhouse �ank pumped out iwice ; the ieach field will be
explored this week for the possibility of getti.ng the system going pending action by the
Town to provide a sewer connection for the property.
Because of the dire emergency and the iact that this matter is not yet placed on the
Board's agenda, we appeal to the Boazd to see that the matter of sewer connection is
expedi�ious�y mo�ed forward.
Rie remind the Boazd that this property holds extant ireasures of Ithaca's heritage and
possibly the most significant monument of the stnzggle of the Abolitionists in Iihaca.
Since these have been recognized by the Nationai Re ' af Histoac Places i�Vorth of
Preservation (our application 2005); they have attracted much interest in Ifihaca. It would
be disappointing, indeed , if the Town of Ithaca failed to provide a sewer connection to
keep these buiIdings viable. �
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Gail Kroll
From: Rick Ewalci [FiEWALpC�tompkins-co.org]
Sent: Friday, July 20, 2D07 9:54 AM
To: publicworks C�? town.ithaca.ny.us
Cc: Efizabeth Cameron
Subject: 1298 Trumansburg road
Gpod morning Fred Noteboom. This is Rick Ewald with the Tompkins County
Hea�th Department. As promised, I will gi�e you my currer�t obse�vatiorts
2�t 1298 Trumansburg Road, the Grip�i property. I hope this will be
usefu! should I not be able to make th� Tu�sday, July 24th meeting.
The property has two buildings on it. Both appear to have their own
septic tank. We have no recorcfs on what kind, or where the system or
systems following the tanks are. The lot size is small, ar�d there
appears #o be only one possibfe location for a replacement system.
The Grippi's have reported a problem with the sewag� system for the
rental house at t�e northeast corner of the property. Th�y claim an
overfiow from the tank has occurred. During a site visit I could r�ot
confirm an overflow, but noted the liquid levels in the tank are higher
than normal op�rating levels. The Grippi's ha�e been pumping the tank
frequently, to their credit, and 1 agr�e with their assessm�nt that the
sewage system needs some sort of remedial action, be it repairs or
replacement of the sewage system.
They have submitted an appfication for a permit to construct a sewage
system to o�r office. Soi! tests observations are plan�ed, but ha�e not
been scheduled yet. The type of sewage system needed cannot be
cfetermined until sail conditions are o�served.
I noted during my site visit of JuEy 18, 20Q7, that the iand slopes to
the general east direction, and the area that may be useful for a
repfacement system is at the westernmost er�d of the lot. Considering the
septic tank location, a pump may be requfred io move the liquid waste
from the septic tank to th� proposed replacemer�t are�. Gas lines and
water lines have been marked, and intersectir�g a sew�ine and the
utiiity lines appears unavoidable.
Of course this is all speculative since we have not seen the soil
conditians, and coufd change drastically should the soil conditions
prove prohibitive for instaElation of a sewage system.
I hope ihis information is helpful. Contact me ak this email address or
at 274-86$$ if you �ave any questions.
Rick Ewald
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Catherine Valentino
Town of Ithaca Su�ervisor
126 East Seneca St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Mrs. Va�entino,
I ha�e heard that you and other cammittees are looking at zoning in the Town of
Ithaca a�d talking abo�tt the corner of Danby Rd and W. King Rd. As a resident of King
Road 1 am writtng to ask �hat yo� consider rezoning that corner in a way that gets rid af
M�Itip�e Res�de�# zoning. Dense deve�opm�nt there is not consistent with the rest of
the neighborhood and it woukd put a kot of traffic on bath Stone Q�arry Road and W.
King Road. Sto�e Quarry was not built for tne volume o� traffic that it r�ceives now and
it would be a mis#ake to bring more traffic near the entrar�ce to Buttermilk Falls State
Park. The road narrows to go over the Buttermilk Greek bridge and people are
co�stantly walking o�er this bridge back and forth to get to the different trails. If
apartments go up on the corner #hese new residents wiil take these roads to get down
to HWY 13. It seems like there must be a place for this denser zoning dowr� Danby
Road toward the city instead af sprawling it out toward more rural roads. Th� 1993
Comprehensf�e Plan that serves as a guideline for the Town`s land use visio�, shaws
that corner and surrounding a�ea to be a little commercia! and the rest suburban and
rural �esidential. That zor�ing is much mare consistent witfi our present neighborhood.
I# seems like there s#�ot�ld be a fair way to rezone that corner witho�t M�ftiple
Residence. I like that the Town is considering pro#ecting Buttermilk Falls State Park by
giving same Conservation Zone buffe�. I walk in the park every morning and enjoy the
q�iet atmosphere and the wildl'rfe. I have been watching the beaver family a!I summer
and see pileated woodpeckers which are r�ot that cammon. Multiple residenc� is also
nat cansistent land use with Buttermilk Falls State Par�c or Holly Creek. According to
the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan, pro�erty owners could be compensated
with purchasing of de�elopment rights. This along with the opportunity for some
cammercial and some less dense residential develo�ment seems a lot more
appropriate in this neighborhovd and fo� the long time protecfion of Buttermilk Fal�S
Stat� Park.
Thank you for your consicleration.
Si�cerely,
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330 West King Road
I�haca, New Xork 14850
May 2a, 1998
Catherine Valentino, Superviso�
Town oi Ithaca
126 East Sen�ca Street
Ithaca, New Yark J�465o
Dear Cathy:
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When my husband and T started farminq her� in 1991, we
realized that because af high start-up costs and taxes, low market
prices on conventinnal crnps, and develop�nent pr�essure, younq
farmers in the Town won't be able to make a liv.ing from the same
ty�aes of farming that sustained the older generatian of farmers -
small dairy farms, �ivestock, crops. We recognized that the farms
of the future will have to selZ crops wi�.h a h�gh market value that
tak�s advantage of Zocations close to �he city of �thaca, and
"va�ue-added" farm enterpris�s. So we pa.oneered the first CSA
{membership) farm and the first arqanic farm in the Town; now �here
are �wo more CSA farms usinq orqanic met�ads he�e, includzng the
oldest farm in the Town (Tee�er's.)
N'ow we want to combine orqanic methods and membership farmi�g
in another "value added" farm innovation- farm retreats. Farm
r�tr�ats are a cross between a CSA, a pick-yaur-own farm, and bed
and breakiast ox camp. In our vision of a farm retreat, the�re would
be a range of options for c�stomers. Some wou�d just come ou� �o
the farm to buy fresh fruit� vegetables, or herbs, pick-your-own ar
already picked. Some would join the farm as CSA members, and pick
up their box of produce every week May-October, eittter on the farm
or downtown. Some people would attend workshops at �Y�e farm, on
topics like stress management, ar�d how to pre�are farm produce in
nutra.tiaus and tasty ways; customers wou�d have an oppo�tuna.ty to
buy praduce ar plants �rom the farm r�ursery whi.�e here. Others
would stay averniq�tt for one or more nights either in a farmhouse,
or sma11 cabzn, enjoying tasty orqanically grown food, helpinc} out
in the garderis if they chose, and reducing their stress by being
out in nature.
If we are tn innovate in �.his way, we will have to (1) bvy
consid��ably mo�-e farmland, (2) sell �he development riqhts to the
Town, and ( 3) l�e�ild ar renavate a tarm building or buildings to
provade group works�op space, a demonstration kitchen, coid
storage, and bathroom facilities {4) possibly build some small
retreat cabins. If we are to take �he financia� risks of pioneerinq
such a farm enterprise, we need to know that you and other Town
officials understand and approve of what we are doing. W� can't get
half way into st�ch an expansion anc� then start rur�ning up against
restrictions in zoning ar�d building permits du� to the innovative
nature of what w� would be do.inq. We need to know that you would
cansider this a farm entezprise, and would stand by us in he�ping
the Town and county a�sessors off�c�s u�derstand i� as such. So I
am wxiting to introduce this idea to you, and to of fer to meet with
you and any other. Town oifici.a�s o� your chaasing to discuss it if
you need more informatzon.
We also need to know fram you what the Town p�ans to do about
the vacant land on the corne� of West King Road and Rout 96B, whicl�
borders Buttermilk Fa�.�s State Park. During the seventeer� years
I've been on West Kinc} Road, there have been vari.ous proposals for
commercial and multiple residence development for those praperties.
If you and the Tawn Baard and Town Planning Board plan to encouraqe
such development on that corner, we ar� much less ir�c�ined to make
a major investment in more land and an expanded �arm enterprise on
west Kir�g Road, because that carner is the threshold ta our farm
and the Voss farm which we would ]..ike to buy and expar�d our far�
operation onto. Major development on �h� corner of West Kinq Road
and 96B will. bring hundreds, perhaps thousands of non-farm
nei.ghbors and shapp�rs into wi�at is now a quiet residen�.ial anc�
farm nc�ighborhood. This wi1� r.ais� our taxes beyond the point where
we could make a reasanably pro�itable £arm-re�ated incom�, escalate
the likel.y number of complaints abou�.farm practices, and dimi.nish
the peaceful.ness of this neighborhood to the point where we
wouldn't want to be ou�side working each day t�or would customers
want to eome for farm retreats.
The I992 repozt ProteGtznc� Farmland i_n the Town,vf Iti�aca
described the "uncertainty tactor" as a ma�or deterren� to farm
investments in areas clase to c�ties, incYuding the Town of Ithaca.
Uncertainty about the directions the Town Board and Planning Board
wi11 take has certain�y been a huqe factor in my family's holding
otF on major investments in expanding our farm operation. I've
decided zt is time far my family to "fa.sh or cut bazt" - ei�her
expand in�.o a major new venture that would infuse our own future,
and the Town of Ithaca's agricultural scene, with a prom�.sing new
agricultural� ente�prise, or eI.se get aut of farmir�g and probably
out of the Tawn af Ithaca . We have approached George Voss about
buying his �arge farm on West Kinq anc3 Sand Bank Roads, a far.m
which the Tawn Compr.ehensive P�an and Open Space Plan consider
pivatal to the Town's open space goals. We told George Vass our
ofier is continqent on �he Town bUying the develapment rights, and
apprav�ng (now in concept anc3 later the detaai.ls of) our plans.
I look farward to �earing from you.
Sincerely y�urs,
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ristiann Dean
cc: Genrge Franz
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Cath�rine Valentino
Septemher 12, 1997
Jonatttan R. Mawdsley
b03 East Seneca S�reet, # l I
Ithaca, New Yorlc 148�0
Dear Mr. Mawcisley:
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Thank you very much for your letter oF August [?, 1997, regarding tt�e South Hill Swamp area in
the Town of Ithaca. Your letier was ciiscussed a[ the 5eptember Sth, 1997 Town Board meering.
'I3ie Town Soard asked me to let you know that they were very pieasecf to hear tmm you, and gIad
to see that there is interest an the �art of thc Co�nell student �puEatian in matter� reIating ta the
Town's natural environment.
The Town Board recognizcs the signiticance of the South Hill Swarr�p, and is currently pursuing
aptions with the Tawn of [thaca Conservaiiar� Board to prese�vc this sensiiive and unique natural
area. It is impor�ult to puint out, �owever, that the Town's propc�sed comrnunity �ark on the
South Hill, with which yau indicate concem, is not within the South Hill Sw;imp Llniyue Natura�
Area (UNA), although we recognize rhat it is near the South Hill Swamp. We understanc! that it is
importanE to protect the natural area from huma:n activities, in particular from encroachmerlt fi�y
don3estic pets, nc�ise, invasive plants, etc. Any plans for dc�elop�i�ent uf the proposed community
park would certainly Eake these consideratians inEo account. [ thought IhaC i[ mi�ht also be helpful
to point out that the site of the proposed rammunity park is on farmer agricultural Felds that have
been cultivated for many years, whici� are naw laeing main[ained IargeIy as ape� lields. For lhis
reason, I would nat characterize the proposed parlc site as a natural area.
The `fQwn of Ithaca Conservation Board is in �he process of preparing ed�cational materials to
distrii�ute to Town residents in��orming peopie of the importance aF protecting o�r signi�cant
natural areas, anc� recommending ways to pre�ent prablems of enernachment by adjoining
residen�s, such as �ontrolling domestic pets, minimizing use of pesticides, fertilizers and other lawn
chemicals, and use of native plant materials to minimize the spread of in�asive plants into natura�
areas. Wc hope that this kind of cam�aign will help ta minimize impacts on thc South Hill Swamp
as residential development continues to occur in the vicin�ty.
Once again, than�: yau very much for sharing your concems with the Town Board. Pleasc let me
imow if you have any additiona� thaughts tttat you would like to share with us.
Sincerely,
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cc: Town af Ithaca T'own Board
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362 Olin Hali
(b0`I) 255-8681; Faac: (G07) 255-9 f 66
F-mail: HammerCa�cheme.corneli.edu
June 7, 1996
Cat�y Valentina
Tawn Sup�;r�isor, Tawn of Ithaca
126 E. Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY ��i350
Ms. Valentino:
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This morning I read an artic�e in the Ithaca Journal that t€pset me great�y. [thaca's
support of unbr�dled growth af residential construction and development comes at a time
when the housing market is extraardinarily weak. If you as�C yowr assessment offce ahout
ihe number of rec�uests for downward reassessment, or ask a�y realtor about the excess of
sellers to buyers, you will find the Ithaca hausing market is i❑ a total coltapse. Now is nat
the time to promote the development of m�lti-unit residential facilities. I believe it wo�ld
be much more prudent to allow the hoUsing markei to reach �quilibrium before
proceeding with such plans.
For my own case, I have beert trying to sell my ho�se at 132 Wa�lf Lane for the
last three years, wit� no success. The price of my house as listed has fallen 20%. Every
homeowner in the Town has lost money o�er the past three years, wh�ther they ha�e tried
to sell or not, because the value of their hottse has fallen. T�ais represents sever financial
hardship for many families, includir�g ours, who want to relocate. There is �irtually na
other housing maarket in the country where several years are required ta move property. I
beiieve it is yottr responsibility to take this into consideration in yoar future decisions or�
de�elapment in Ithaca. A particuiar case in point is Kendal, wk�ich t�as driven dawn real
estate prices in the county.
Also, I was nat persuaded by the argument that we need rriore hou�ing in ttte
moderate price range. The developmeni you were discussing, Buttermilk Valley Estaies,
has �ouses bot� under and over $ 120,0[)Q. Due to the weaicness in the real estate market,
there are plenty of ho�ses of goc�d quality availab�e in t�at price range already. Nfl
additional development is needed, because t�ere is no demand. And, if yoa find anyone
who says that they cartt�ot find an affardable house in this price range, they can call me at
255-$68 i. I wouid be �appy to show them my affordable I��me.
Before pramating residential reai estate, perhaps a better tact would be to promote
business development that wc>uld bring jc�bs and buyers tc� the area. Then, there wc3uld be
a reason to �ursue additional residential develnpment.
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July 7, 19s6
Mrs. Ca��erine Valen�ino
Supervisor
Tawn af I�haca
125 East Seneca S�.reet
Ithaca, New Yark 14950
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I woulc� like �o aslc the Town of Ithaca Board �o ca�asic�er
use of the enclosec� area around �,lle water tanlc adjacent �o
IVortheast School as a dog par� for neighborhood dog owners.
Many of us rou�inely walk our dac�s. Allowing aur dogs t}Ze
fre�dom to run in an enclosed area YTOUZG� exercise the dogs
inare comp�et�ly while still maintaining control.
Fenc�d dag parl�s have been set up in many ci�ies where
com�a�ihle doc�s can ex�rcise anc' interact. The area around
the wa�er tan?� wouid be per�ect for this in the Northeast.
Initially the par�c coulcl operate a�ew hours daily, severaZ
ti.mes a week on a trial ha�is. Passibly a�own resic�ent in
the neighbarhood �ioctlo volunteer to keep the k�y and check
papers and licens�5 and monitor �nclosure during all times
it is o�en. Ff cZeanZiness is maintained, t?�� park would
continue and i� there a.s enough interest the hours coul.d be
expand�c� .
Dogs usa.ng the park must be li.censed anc� have cuxrent vacc�nations.
It is imperativ� that the cleanliness of the par?c be maint�inec3.
Each aog owner s��ust be r�sporisibl� far their dog's ciean-u�.
A garbage can and paa.r af scoops at tne location would facilitate
this. I woulc� be wiZYing to furnish �hese it the town couid
arrange garbare pzc1- up.
In respons� ta th� articl� concerninq �og� in your mast
recent Town news�etter, a doe� par�c may help �ecr�ase the
nurnber of complaints abou� loose dogs and dog residue on
roadtrays and neighborzng pro�erti.es. r am enclosing an
excerp� from an article rerarding a doc� park whic� was
s�arte� in �?�� San Francisco area.
I can be contactec� at 257-438g and would he happy to discuss
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any ather issue� concerning the use of this area as a dog
par�c .
Than?c you tor your consideration.
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Catherine Vaientino
May 1, 1997
Dr. Judith Pastel, Superintendent
Ithaca City School District
PO Box 549
4pd Lake Street
Iti�aca, NY 14850
Dear Judith,
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126 E. Seneca St.
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Thank you for meeting with me to discuss the walkway that Corn�ll University is willing
to construct as part of their pipeline I�ake Saurce Cooling Project. I belie�e we agreed
the walkway woul� be of mutual benefit to the Town of Ithaca and the Ithaca City
School District.
My understanding is that the school district would be wiiling to take responsibiiity for
maintenance of the portion of the sidewalk which will be on school praperty. i agreed
that the Town wouid assist with this maintenar�ce when school is r�ot in sessio�. We
have agreed that we can work togeth�r ta maintain the walkway in good repair.
Another joint concern is the curve in the road in �ront of an older gas statio� called
Deeb's. T�is part of the walkway wil! need additional safety devices to separate it from
the highway sinee vehicles quite often slide of# the road wh�n icy or wet.
I have contacted the appropriate representatives at Cornell University and discussed
our co�cems. Th�y are aware of the da�nger, and will discuss safety measures to
impro�e that area with offic�als of the New York State Department of Transportation.
I enjoyed our meeting and �ook forward to future caoperatior� between the Ithaca City
Schoo! District and the Town.� At some point, � would like to discuss the program for
Children at Risk which was mentioned in #oday's Ithaca Journal. We belie�e the Town
of Ithaca has targeted a good program aimed towards the welfare and safety of al!
chifdren.
Sincerely, r/
� V.ct,�em�`�c%�ur
Catherine Valentino
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cc: W. S. (Lanny} Joyce, P.E.; Project Manager, Cornell University
Town Board members
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FINAL
Town Supervisor � Ithaca, NY 14850
Catherine Valen�ino �2� �. Seneca St.
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July 9, 1997
Mr. Robert Sproule
President
Therm, [nc.
Hudson Street Extension
lthaca, New York � 4850
Re: South Hill Trail Easement
Dear Mr. Sproule:
1t has recently come to our attention that Tnerm, Inc. is considering granting an
easement for the benefit of the Raponi property allowing crossings of the easement
given by Therm, lnc. to the Town for the construction of the South HiEI Trai[.
The Town Board disc�ssed the matter at some Eength at its meeting on ,�uly 7,
1997, and as a result f was requested to write you this letter.
The Town Board is grateful to Therm for the granting of the easement to the
Town for the ber�efit of the South Hill Recreational Trail. The trail has turned out to �e
a very �aluabie and well used resource for both the Town and the City of [thaca.
However, there is concern that if �asements are granted across the 5outh Hiq Trail
right of way, particularly for purposes of vehicular access, tne potential for injuries
resulting from co�lisions between pedestrians and vehicles increases substantial[y.
There is also a question of whether the granting of easements for vehicles to cross the
• easement is tnconsistent with the previously granted �easement to the Town for �
recreationai trail Purposes. �
ln Iight of the foregoing we would hope that Therm would carefully consider any
reques#s for rights to c�oss over the easement area so that tt�e purpose for which the
easemer�t TheTm granted to the Town may be preser�ed, and the possibilities for
accidents between ��hicles and pedestrians on the trail, wY�o are not expecting
intercepting roadways, can be minimized. ,
Thank you, again, for granting tF�e easement to the Town i� the first place.
cc: Honorable Allen Cohen, Mayor
City of Ithaca
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Sincerely,
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Catherine Valentino
Town Super�isor
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Catherine Valentino
11Q �;astern Heights Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Cath.erine Valentino,
David Colucci
207 Tudor Rd.
Ithaca, NY I4850
1 i-3-99
I am a resident of the lown of Ithaca. Although [ think it is a great tawn, there
are several problems with it. But you probably know that, beina the tawn
supervisar. Anyway, one of the larger issues that concerns me is the lack oi bike
lanes. There are a few, but there just aren't enough. �t is becoming increasing�y
hard to ride on roads that do not have a lane specified far bikes, or even a s�oulder.
A road that real�y needs more shoulder or even a bike lane is Judd Falls Roacf. My
friends and I enjoy riding our bikes to school, and a lot of the route is on this road.
It is hard to believe that a road witt� that rrzany steep parts and that much traffic lacks
a sufficient bike lane. Even improvements to the shoulder would help a great deal.
In rr�any pa�ts it is just gravei and pieces of pavement. Another road that needs a
bike lane is Snyder Hill Road. Even though there is not much traffie, the few cars
that go by are usuatiy driving very fast. It is aiso hard for these cars to see
a�proac�ing bicycies, since the road �as so many twists and turns. Warren Road,
like J��dd Falls, could use some shoulder improvement. These are }ust three of the
many roads wivch need a bike lane.
[ know you are probably very busy with other things, but if you could do
everything you could ta try to improve sorne of these probierns we cyclists would be
extremely than�cfnl. I believe it is in the town's best interest to invest in mare bike
lanes. It would rr�ake a wor�d af difference to the people who have to endure these
conditions each day. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
David CoIucci
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Ithaca Jaurnal
Dear IJ:
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602 Hector Street
lthac�, NY 14$50
Ju�e 6, �998
I want to add my thoughts to those sent to the Journal over the
past few we�ks about thE proposed development on Route 79 west. I
should begin by saying that I am a middle-income Hzctor Street (Rte 79)
resident and stand to lose if this project is completed in that my �amify
and my neighbors wifl have to deal with inc�eased traffic on o�r street, �o
! am not an uninterested observer. �n the other hand, I believe there are
some sound reasons to reconsider this deveiopment:
For or�e, suc� development, outside present concentrated hausi�g,
on open sp�ce, beyond con�enient public transportation to work, shopping,
school and university, does clearly qualify as urban sprawl. Urban sprawi
i5 that post war phenonmenon t#�at has led to the decay of our ci�ies ar�d
towns; t�►e foosening of n�ighborhood ties; and the outrageous increase ir�
car use with its pollution, h�man death tol�, enormous animai 1oss, so
muc� fa�d covered by pavement, and the aw�ul �glfness of the
car-deper�dent outlying stripmalls, gas stations and other busir�esses.
Secondly, I believe its claim to �e low-cost housing needs further
inve�tigation. The West Village apartment complEx was built as �ow
income housing. Nevertheless, its residents, many of whom are my ESL
stude�ts, pay a monthly rent more than my mortgage payments. These
rents are therefore heaviiy subsidized by Social Services. Th�s private
business has the benefit of past tax savings plus ongoing transfer
payments from 5ocial 5erv�ces. Cou�dn't this kind of support be given to
housing wi�ich does r�pt have the disadvantages of the proposed �ew
development? In addition, the West Viflage apartmer�ts, already built �nd
accessible by public transportation, t�ave unrented uniCs.
�"hirdly, i fear that �he recent rebuilding o€ the Octopus wil! fead
to a Lo�g Is�and situation: more roads means mare outlying house
construction means more roads means etc., etc. until you have beautiful
cou�try devot�d to cars a�d roads and no longer beautiful.
I believe t#�at the towr� and the cfty must plan closely toge�l�er
(the j�risdiction of a town as a doughr��t arou�d a city must be t�oug�t
throug#� again!) to plan for beautiful, adeq�ate, comfortable, accessibl�
!ow-cost hvusing and at the same time considering environmental
concerns. One of t�te questior�s that I believe needs to be asked is who
w�ll be served by these apartments? Are they families who want to be
located in a housing complex some distar�ce from town and �niversi�y, ar
wil� t�ey be �ented primarE�y by families who wo�id be better served
with�n the city?.
The property behind my house on west hill mig�t be a good
focation for low-income housing if issues nf ecology, c#�ildren's needs and
beauty are considered. I do not believe t�at bui�di�g a complex outside the
city, exacerbating an already dangerous and increasir�gly unworkable
syst�m of single driver car use, is the answer.
Margot Brinn
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cc: Kat�y Valentino, and Town Board members
Alan Cohen
Tace VanCort
Jonathan Kantor and members of the Planning Dept.
Tomp[cins County
BOARD OF REPRESENTATIVES
Courthousc, Ithaca, :Y.Y'. 1485D
Dear West Hill Neighbors,
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4 April 1998
Several of you have called reaarding my positian on th� Mecklenburg Heights housing de�elop-
ment that is the focus of controversy among residents in tf�� Oa3cwoodlWarrenlHector Street area.
As your elected representative to the County Board, I have no j��isdiction in this matter as all
lan� us� decisians are decided at the rown, village or city level. As an almost immed�ste neighbor
nf the development, however, I ha�e made it my business ta fol[ow this propasai sfnce it began
the process of xeview by t�e Town of Ithaca in August I997_ I wou3d like to share some
information with yo�.
The ivlecklenburg Heights de�elapment will pravide housing for peo�le who are gainfully
employ�d in Tornpkins County earning somewhat lirr�ited wages ar whose incame is �ixed. A
review af the Wage and Salary Schedule for County governmen[ indicates tha[ many ernplayees in
cEerical and stenographic positions, as weli as technical support personnel and heavy equipment
operators would meet income eligibility requirements. Many retired persons would also be
eligible.
ThoSe of us wE�o are working [o improve the County's economy hear regularEy how impartant an
adequate supgly of affordable ho�asing is to loca� businesses and industries trying to recruit
employees. We alsa know tha[ about 50 percent of our local industrial work %rce iives outside of
Tompkins County -- and spends their paychecks outside the County -- because tE�ey cannot afford
to live here. We need ta reverse this trend and capture those doilars IocaEly.
The sponsors of tl�e de�elopment, Better Housing for Tompkins County and Canifer Develop-
ment, both have fine reputations as pro�iders of well-built, we[1-managed housing. Better Hausing
is local���-hased and has a distinQuished history thro�ghout the County. Conifec h2s 1.ong been
recognized Ehraughout the Cent�al New York area as a reliable and reputable b�ilder and
deveEoper, I arn persanally familiar with their war[c and ha�e seen a number of their projects in
communities of various sizes -- sonie larger, some smaller [han Ithaca.
As some of you know, my professional life f�as been devoted ta housing ancf planning; most of
my b�siness as a private consultant is in the field of en�ironmental rev'sew and housing market
analysis. � have participated in the preparation of many praject reviews ranging from Environ-
mental Assessrrtents to full Enviranmental Impacc StatemenEs, several for prajects in the To�vn of
Ithaca. I can assure you that the Town's pro�essionai pEanning and engineecing staff, as well as
the Plannin� Board, are to�gh and reguire chat every aspect of a praposed projecE b� thoroughly
e�aluated. They go the full nine yards in assuring that develQpment is carried out in a bene�cial
manner.
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As a Covnty Representative, I have initiated two actions that I believe are needed with respect to
any future deveIopment on this part of West Hill. �'irst, with Common Council representative
Paulette Manos, I am requesting assistance from the Ithaca-Tompkins Covnty Transportation
Council in getting a phased reduction in speed along Mecklenburg Road as it approaches the City
line. As a member of the Transportation Council's Planning Committee, I ha�e been assured that
we can expect some immediate action on this issue. Representatives of the NYS Department of
Transportation are always present at the Council's meetings and we can make the case in person.
Second, I have asked the City 5nperintendent of Public Works, Bill Gray, to clarify the status of
the "paper" street on Oakwood Lane by the water tank. In my opinion, it wou(d be a big mista�Ce
to open this street to throvgh traffic. This is a City issue and one that we can affect directly,
working with Paulette and -the Mayor as well as the Board of Public Works. X have also discussed
this matter with the Chair of the City's Planning and Development Committee, wnich is a
standing committee of Com�nan CounciI. JUst as soan as I have the information from BiII Gray,
we can set this plan in motion.
In bringing this information to you, I realize that you may not agree with my views on the
MeckIenburg Heights proposal; some have suggested that my support of the project means I will
never again receive vour support for public ofiice. I hope this is not true. I also hope you will
take the information I have presented here into consideration when making your own judgement
abovt the project and wilI join me in welcoming new neighbors to West Hill.
Very truly yours,
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Barbara Blanchard, Representative
District 1- City of Ithaca
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Barn Stevens
�(YS Department of Transportation
333 East ��'ashington Street
Syracuse, ti�i' 13Z02 .
Re: Rcqaest for Lawer SExcti Limit ort GRmc FArni Road
Dear Bam •
at our ,�,ugvst 11th board rneeting, we ducussed the decision to deny the subject,. Yn
reading rour r�sponse, I w•o�der if your engineer drvve down this stretch of road. lbcrc is
Iittie settiement e�cept at each e�ad, but in between the YYS Game Farm ana Corvei� owa o0
each side of the rvad. �iear the bridg� yo�'� [ind the end of t}�e Ithaca Trai� with a smnll
pa�n�g ama- Joggers, wa�kers and bicyrlictc use the trail and then cross Game Farm and
cor�tiaue oae way or the other oQ Ehxs aarrow shared road. Cvrnell wifl soon be back �in session
and the joggers and cross-coe��try te�rn wiIl be back on our Iocal roads w�ereby 55 mph
makes it a dangerous place to travd. Ii' yo� yyo�;d like to discuss this !'urther with the G�mc
Farnn and Cornell personne! pEease let me knoR.
Sincem�y, ,-
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cc: Ward Hungerford
Catherine Valeutino �
Fred Yoteboom
Town Board
rlahlon Perkins
. Bambi Ha�enbecl�c
Town Supervisor
Catherine Valc��ti��o
September 2, � 998
Barry A. Stevens, P. E,
Regional Traific Engineer
State of New York Department of Transporiation
333 East Washington Sk.
SyracUse, NY 13202
Dear Mr. Stevens,
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lthaca. Nr ��sso
12G E. Seneca St.
6Q7-273-1721
1 was disappointed in the findings of your engineers that the speed iimit need not be
reduced on Game Farm Road. Many drivers tF�ink of this road as a short c�t and a
road where excessi�e speed will go unnoticed. T�ere have been many "near misses°
because drivers are not aware that joggers, walkers, and bicyclists use this road. The
Ithaca trail ends near the bridge. This trail and Game Farm Road gek heavy use wh�n
Cornell University is in session.
Would it be possible for your enginee�s to again take a lQok at the traffic situation on
this road when Corr�el! University is in s�ssion? [ think they might get a look at �ow
busy and dangerous this road really is with the conflicting types of trav�l.
Sincerely,
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Catherine VaEentino
Supervisor
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cc: Tawn Boa�d members
Fred Noteboom, Highway Superintendent
James Schug, Supervisor, Town of �ryden
Ward A. Hungerford, Tompki�s County Highway Ma�ager
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TO WN OF ITHACA
126 �AST S�NECA STREET, ITHACA, N.Y. 1�850
TOWN C��RK 273-172� H�GHWAY 273-1656 PARKS 273-8035
october 7, �992
EiVGiNEERI�lG 273--1747 PLANNING 273-1747 ZONI�lG 273-i747
Captain W. G. Boice
Acting Director, Department of Pub3.ic Satety
Cornell University
G-2 Barton Ha1I
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Captaa.n Boice;
At its regular meeting on October 5, 1992 �he Town of Ithaca passed
the encl.osed reso].ution, supporting the request for a lowering of �he
speed 1imi� on Ga�ne Farm Road. If Y can be of fusther help to you i.n
this effort, please let me know.
Very �ruly yours, ,
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Shirley A. Raffensperger
Supervisor
SAR:j�h
cc: James Schug, Supervisox, Town of Dryden ��
Rohert J. Kohut, Director, BTI
MichaeZ Murphy, DEC, Game Farm
Ward Hungerford, Tompkins County Highway Department
RESOLUTION:
Town Board Meeting 10/5/92
Agenda Item Ko. � Add��ional, 36A
Game �arm Road - Speed Limit
Resolution No. 270
WH�R�AS, the Department of Public Safe�y at Cornell Un�versity
is pe�itioning for a reductxon of speed limit on Game Farm Road as
the road �s presently unsigned for speed; and
WHEREAS, said xoad is in the three part jurisdiction o� the
Town of Dryden, Town of Tthaca, and Tompkins Caunty; and '
WH�REAS, the road is a narraw ru�al road narrowed again by a
bridge, crossed by a bicycle/pedestirian pathway, used by State and
University farm equipment, and used by joggers and bicyclists; and
WH�REAS, said road is also intersected by two 45 mph zoned
roads; Ellis Hollow and NYS Route 366; now �herefore be �t
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the �own of Ithaca does
hereby suppo�t and �equest the reduction ot speed l�m�t �o �5 mph,
and the signing for speed on Lhe Game .Earm Road.
MOVED: Supervisor Ra�tensperger
Carried Unanimously
SECONbED: Councilwoman Valentino
bATED: October 5, 1992
Joan �ent Hamil�on, Town Clerk
Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
l?6 Easc Seneca Sirees
Ithaca, NY 14RS0
Dear Tnwn Supervisors:
Rnben Kohut
? 14 Eastern H�ight5 Drive
ithaca, tiY 14850
f Jur�� 199R
Su�ervisor
Town of Drvden
b5 East Maiii Str�et
Dr��den, NY 13O53
j am writing to the Supervisc�rs c�t� the Towns c�f Itf�ac.� an�i Drvden [n brin� cic�s�are to an
acticm that eac� Tc�wn ini�iateci over tive years ago. i nave beer� �atient witn re.spect to this m�tter,
but an�ther incident whiEe riciinb my bike tc� work this mc�rnin� demon5trated that additional
pranptin� is necessary. In Septemher 1992 I wrot� a letter to Cornell Public Safc:tv regardin� the
hi�h speed au[omobile tratfic and the lack c�f apprc�Priate �p�eci si4�ns��e on Game Farrn Road (tiee
attached letter). Tf�e Universitv tc�nvarded the letter tc� the 'Tc�wns of lthaca �in�i Dryd�n since both
�eem to i�ave jurisdiction on Game F�arm Road. ln October 1992, Town Boards t'or both Fthaca
.►nd Dryden pa5sed resol��tions (#27() in �thaca; #173 rn Dryden) to lower the 4peed limit on the
rc�ad and post appropriate si�nage (see ��ttacheck [etters).
Five years hnve passed nnd nc� .►ction has been tttk�n with respeet to postin� signs to lower
the speed on Game Farm Road. �'rom May thraugh Nove�nb�r [ ride by bike on Game �arm Road
neaz'ly every work day, and on most d;�ys I am passe� by vehicles, ran�ing from motorcycles to
dump trt�cks, that are traveling at speeds i estimate to be at least» rniles per hour. Far too much
time has gone by since you passed resolutions �o act cm this matter. Through this �etter I am asking
bo[h Towns ta follc�w throu�h on their resoiutions and �t�st 5igna�e on Garne Farm Road that
tiigniticantly reduces the aflowable spe�d.
The [thaca resolution on thiti issue inciicat�s ti�at thc; speed will be pntited at 45 mph; that
]imit is toc� high. The level of utie of G.Eme Farm Rc�.�d hy jog�ers and bikers is high �nough that
all due cai�tion shot�ld be exercised to avc�id a speed-reiated tragedy. i call a[tention Eo tf�e �ac[ That
traffic speeds cm Aine Tree Road and E'feasa�t Gro�e Rc�ad, bc�th of which are used by joggers,
bikers, and pedestrian�, are consieierably le�ti t�an �� m�hl. Granted, botfl c�t th�tie roads ha4�e
heavier leveis af tr��ffic than dc�s Game Farm Raaci, 6�t all c�r part ot these rc�acfs �iltic> huve a bike
p��if c�r sidewall: ii�Ull� [�lE�il t� providi: :�e`iuiii[iQil iivi�� ii:ltfSC:. E':."f: :'.'::�: b:�� �.'::i}?S, ;�.L:tr4mn�li�L
speeds are low. Nnne of Game Farn� Ro.td h.►s a sep�irate bike path and the ro,�d 4ets Significant
a�se as bikers anci jog�ers enter and exit tE�c; Cascadilla Creek �rai] at its intersectic�n with the roaci.
Ir� light of the levels c�f bi[:e and focx traffic, the lack �f bike lanes, and the speed limits on other
roadways. I svongfy urge the Towns to consider pc�sting �i tipeed of �o �reater than 35 tr�Qh on
Garne F��rm Roa�i.
Lastly, I ciraw �Zttention tc� the fact that ttve years have pa5sed wit�►nut ��ctinn by the Towns.
I reqt�est that steps be taken promptly nn thi5 matter t�fc�re aE� �peed-related accicient occurs �nd the
Towns bear the 5urd�n �t knowin�� that the ac��dent ri�at� have been prevented if thev had simply
fc�ilc�wed throu�h on their initi,titives.
Sincerely,
Rc�hert Knhuc
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BoycE ThompSon InstitutE for Plant RESEarch
� at CornEil Un�vErsi��
Tower Road • ithaca, New York 14853-1801 • 607 254-1233
F�; 607 254-1242
Robert J. Kohut, Director o� Operacions
2i September �992
Captain William Boice
Pub�ic Safety
G-2 Barton Hall
G'OYTl�ll U_T�.iv�Y'sity
Dear Captain Boice:
As you may recall, approximately a year ago you and I discussed several
subjecis related to the Boyce 'I`hompson Institute field site. One of the
subjecis related to high speed traffic on the diri roads that e�ted the
campus warehouse area. Public Safety was very responsive to the issue and
its actions resulted in a significant reductzon in both the number of cars
using the roads and the speed ai which �hey were travaling.
At the end of our business conversation, I identified ano�her, more
personal concern to you. That was the speed ai which traf�c traveled a�ong
Game Farm Road. Z noticed that shortly after our conversation, 25 mile per
hour speed limit signs were insialled along Game Farm Road where it
intersects with ihe bicycle path along Cascadilla Creek. I am unable to say
whether any patrol cars were assigned to check traf�ic on the road. In any
case, the situaiion appeare.d ta improve and the speed of traff'ic on the road
decreased somewhat.
However, we are now into another year, a new group of people have
en�.ered the Iihaca area, and the s��eding probl�m �� tr� Ga�e Farrn Road
has become worse than ever. I generally travel the road by bicyc�e �wice
a day and ai both times automobile tra�c is consisten�ly moving at a high
rate o£ speed. There are currently no speed limit signs anywhere along the
road, the 25 mph signs axe now gone, and drivers apparently believe that
it can be used as a high speed short cut. Tn addition, the construction
work at East Hill Plaza probably has contributed to an increase in the
number of cars an ihe road.
There is a high number of runners and bikers who use the road,
particularly beiween Route 366 and the bik�� path, and condi�ians are really
being primed for a major accident to occur. The lack of speed limit 51gl1S
undoub�edly encourages speeding along the road. In addition, I have never
seen a Public Safety patrol car eiiher traveling on or parked beside Game
Farm Road. However, I have seen patrol cars in the vzcini�y of Baker Lab
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and frequently see ihem in the Eas� Hill Plaza parl�ng lot. I suggest that
Public Safety consider using Game Farm Road as a route to and from
campus and Baker Lab and East Hill Plaza. Also, there axe a number of
places along Game Farm Road where a parked pairol car could readily
monitor the speed af trafiic with radar.
I am making these comments out of my personal concern far the
situaiion on Ga.me Farm Road and they should not be interpreted ae
comments made on behalf oF or a� ihe request of the Boyce Thompson
Institute. I realize ihat tra#iic control is not in the mainstream of yaur
personal responsibilities with Public Safety, but sent this letter to you
because we had discussed this matier previously. And finally, I am
assuming ihat Public Safety has jurisdiction an Game Farm Road. If I am
incorrect in t1n'ls �ssumptio�, � wculd appr��ia�e you iorwarding �his i�tier
io the appropriate agency.
Sincerely,
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Robex-i Kohut
A�ENDA ��7e
Victar Goldberg
�$ DOV2 DI7VC
It�aca, IVY 14850
Januar5� 1, 1998
SupeR�isor
Town of Ithaca
126 E. Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY 148�0
Dear Sir:
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I am �vriting io express my appreciation to the emplo}-ees of the Highway D�partment for their snow
removal efforts this winter. Altltiougli tliis is on�y thc second winter I have lived in Ithaca, I am extremely
impressed with the et�'orts that the employees make in ensuring thai the roads in the town are safe for
travel. Tk�is past wccks blizzard o�ily furtlter accentuated titis.
My ho�ise is on a small road almost to the Dryden border (Dove Dri�e). However, by abaut 7pm on the
day tl�at the blizzard ended, a plow made 2 passes through the street, rendering it quite passable. The
next day, tl�e plow° made at least one more pass, lea�ing dry pavement! Traveling that Wednesday, it was
easy to sc� «�here tlfe to�vn borders were - where the sno«� ended, the to�vn began.
This is not an isolated instance. ir� almost cvery case, �r�hen it snows, by the time I'm up and out of tlze
house, my road has bcen plowed. I ha�e never gotten snow rernoval service like this, and I ha�re lir�ed in a
number of contmufiities.
Service like this is grea[ly apprcciated.
Sincerely,
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Victor Goldberg
Cc: Highway Departnient Supervisor
MERRY JO BAUER
921 C��DlNGT4N ROAD
ITHACA, NEW YORK 14850
Supervisor
Town af Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY � 4850
Dear Ms. Valentino:
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J u r� 17, 1999
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ITHA TCR OWN CLERK
Although I know that the Towr� does �ot actually have the authority to do wha# I
am rec�uesting, I am writing to you so t�at a) the Tawn Board is aware of the problern
and b) you can direci me or my letter to the proper authority.
I live directly across the street from tt�e 7own playing field� and parki�g lot
attached to the Coddington Road Community Gent�r. At 5:45 an Friday, May28, 1999
there was a ball game going on attended by at Ieast 30 adults and 3D ch�ldren. A
parent was headed north on Coddingtan and made a ieft t�rn �nto the parking lot. Due
to the poor visibility caused by a dip in th� road a southE�o�nd dri�er in a pick�p truck
djd not see her, anci I guess she did not see him coming, anc4 so �e swe�ved to avoid
�itting her as wel! as another car right behind her in the narthbound lane. T�e truck
endeci up in my front yard, taking down two 2a-year-ald trees in the process.
Mercifully, with all the cars ar�d people right t�ere, no one was hur# at a�l. {And #he
driver's ins�rance will #ake care of my trees and yard - t�at is not tfi�e iss�ae.)
� The issue is #he poar wisibility on either side of the Cammunity Center caused
by dips in the road. Th� Center is open five days a week for day care and there is lots
of traffic in and out af there, both morni�g and ever�ing, but also at the noon hour. The
playing fEeld is used regularly, o�#en at the dinner hour when people are stil� driving
�ome fro�n work, as tY�e truck driver was that day. And the wark-day t�affic on the road
has increased significantly over the years. Somewhere down Coddington before the
�illage of Wilisey�iife is a sand and grave� pji which has hug� dump trucks coming and
going all day long. Godd�ngtan is no langer a country road but #ar more like a highway
in terms of the traffic, yet its physEcal cor�c�itio� is st�ll that o# a country road. W�en we
maved here in 1973 our sans could safely ride their bikes an the road. Taday I would
never �erm�# a cfi�ild to ride his/her bike on Coddingtan Raad. Because a neighbo� �uilt
a house in a field where I used ta waik my dog, ! now walk him �iong Coddington
Road, which is certainly r�at sa#e #or walking, Monday through Friday. On the weekend
it is stil� a quiet road.
Ti�e entire area arot�nd the Community Center is a 4� mph zone which I think is
way tao fast. Coming #rom th� so�th a dri��r has to reduce #rom 55, #oo close to the
Ce�ter, and E can assure you, they do�'t. Coming from the North they have been ir� a
45 mph zane for quite some time. However, drivers regularly pass me in tha# direction.
i#fi�ink that tt�e entire area surrou�ding the Commur�ity Center shauld be rezoned to 30
mp�. �urther, quite near the Center on #he South part of the road are passing zanes.
One always has to speed up in order #o pass, and the passing zon�s either
e�campass or lead in#o one of the di�s in ihe road. � think there shoulc� be �o passing_
an h�r� in the �icEnit of the Communi# Ce�#er.
In the past a neighbor has suggested puttEng STOP signs at the corner of Bums
Roaci and Coddi�gtan, whic� would have t�e dua� e#fect af making e�try to
Coddington from Burns #ar, far safer than it is now, AND of slowing dawn drivers, �ust
as t#�� stop s�gn at the ju�ctEon of Coddington a�d Hudson 5t. has done. But her
request was turr�ed down; a yellow "recommended° 35 mph sign is at ihat corner
driving north, �aut not south.
I urge the Town Board to consfd�r measures which would mak� tha# area of
Caddington Road safer for drivers, pedestrians and residents.
5incerely,
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copy: Coddington Road Community Center
f122199 And now, looking at t�e drainagelparking work that is going on across the
street I see that the t�ees and bushes which used to shieEd the parkir�g lot #rom my
view ha�e b�en taken down and ihere is no space left in which to plant new trees. So
combined with the remo�ai of YQUR trees and the remo�ak of MY trees d�e to folks
going into the Community Center, I can stand in my frant yard and have a perfect view
of a parkir�g lot and iis cars. This is no# what was thers when we bought our house 2�
years ago and it is not �air to us a�d the value of our hause. E respectfully request that
the Yown erect a gaod-iooking wooden fence on which vines can graw so that I do nat
have to !ools at cars and a parking lot every day. Please drive ou# and look at the site
yourseEf.
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Catherine Valentino,
T�wn �up�evisor
T�wn of Ithaca
12� �. Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY 14��0
Dear Ms V alentino:
Encios�d is are capies of ietters that hav� ��en sent t� Mr. Fred
Notebc�om regarding the drainage prabiems of Mr. and N[rs. Henry Miller and
Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Arquit who Iive on Christopher Circle.
We would appreciate it �f yau would give their problems yaur kind
atte�tian.
Sincerely,
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D�ar Mr. Note�oam:
Your department has cteated an unsatisfacto�v situation in front of our property at
126 Christop�er Circle. �or rnore thr�n M yesr we hav� b��n trying to g�*t your assistanc� in
rasoiving the prahlem af drainage in the ditch in f�ont of our properiy.
Your workers earra� and mac�e alt�rations to ous ditch ag�ir�: t UUS Q�3J�CtIOTiS �V�il �iiQ1J9�i �� tf17t
time there was nothing wrong with the clrainage ir� our ditch. VVhen we discovered that the
alterations resulted in standing wat�r we contacted you persanalfy and yau taid us ti�at corrections
v+�oul� be rnadE to nur praparty and two others; 128 and '�30 Christapher Circie. �ubsEGuer�tly, your
workers replaced the drain pipe under our dr�v�way w�thout do�ng the same for the other two
�rp�rtiPs This left A��r ditr.h wi#h �#an�iinr� watPr in ti���ral �lar.�a
We have made n�merous atterr�pts ta get your departn-�ent tn correct the problem with the result that
r���tly a w�rker c�rne and p� �t a small am��lnt �f t�� G�i4 and grasc s�d �r��and the d�iveway ripp
wtyicii in �i� v+r�y ai�tlr�s�ed ti7e aiar��i��� �ater prut�l�r���. A�iliEionaily, w� w�te Niury�is�c� by yc�u di7�i
Mr. Rich Schoch tha# rocks were ta be placed on both sides of the driveway to cav�r the biac�C�op
�atch anc! pi�e. �'his has not happened. Yau also as�ured us that sei! wat!Ic! be adde� to the lo�nr
spots in #h� dilcii drici lhe area reseedeci. This aisca �ias r��t happeneci. Furtherrr�vrd, you agreed to
level the ditch banks in order to faciEitate mawinp. This has not hap�rened, either. None of th�e
promi5�s, made �e�ssa! times, h�v� been F�pt.
We are requesting that you contact us irnmediately and schedule a workday with us to facilitate the
�I�ti�� of this matter.
�inr.eraly,
N�r�ry W. 3,Aille�
Ada M. Miil�r
cc: Gath�rine Vaieniino
David L Klein
�;hri��c�pher Lircle
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Mr_ Fred Noteboom
Highway Su�erintendent
I'c�wn of I thaca
12b E. Seneca Str�et
I thaca, NY 148 � (?
Uear �Zr. Notebo�m:
�� wauli a�pr�ciat� it i.f yo� ���auld giti�� Mc. and Nie�. Nlil��r'�
e�ct�ased Ietter y�ur clos� and prampt �ttentic�fl. FQr QiTer a ye�r, they have
t?�en trying t� g�� yc��r hel� in �n�vin� �heir �raina�� �rak�l�m in �h�ir frnn�
c�itch, at 1�� Chris�Q�h�r �;ir�1�. Unf�r�unat�Iy f�� h�l� �h�y hati e re�eive�
��as started an� partly d�n� �rut � k, s.
Th� 1_�ill�r's �r�bF�ms and s�lu�i�ns fc�r th�if �rn�lem� ar� 1ist�d a�
follows:
Pr4blem 1: Many lQw spais in the ditch w�re l�ft by the highway crear
after they war�ed o� the ditch (which previausly had na
�roble ms ).
R�sult: I) Water ac��m�Iate� in th� law s��ts, remain� ther� a�d
dv�s not dr�in away.
2) The Iow spots make it impossible to maw the grass in the
ditch .
Solution: Praperly fill in the !ow spots s� that the fla�r af the ditch is
level allowing water ta drain away and makin� it passit�le to
mow the floor of tl�e ditch,
Prablem 2: (Unfini�h�d �Gc�rk) iAark ta cpm�lete th� job af placin� r�cks an
�oth si�es af driveway t� cover th� bl�ckt4� }�at�h and �ipe, The
job was never �ampl�te� prap�rly as agreed upan by you and
NIr. Rich Schach.
$olution: Work needs to be completed as agreed upon by you and
Mr. Rich Schach. �
Tn F�'ed Nc�tet�onm, page 2 luly 5. 19�J �`
The Arquits, at 1 70 Christc��her Circle also ha��e a dcainage
prablem in thetr corner ditch. Their problem is as folloa►�s:
l�ro�le m 1: Dc�wn f�nm th� corz�er n# (:hristnpher Circi�, �ear � 3fy, the water
in tla� �ii��h ���s nnt flnw away- �ast the hy�frant k�ut accut�ulates
on k�c�lh sides �aking a st�ndin� water pra�lem.
Res�lt: The hydrant wbich stands hi�h �n the center of the ditch
causes water to accumulate on both sides of the
hy�rant. The acc�mulat�d water becames stagnant
b�'eeding mosquitoes,
Soluti�n; �r� cnnsider that y�ur �er�nnel shnuld ha�� the �rnper s�iuti�n
tv the problem.
Hoping that yc�ur k�etter understand�ng o1' the drainage problems af
the iNillers and the Arquits wili bcing a rapici salution to their problems.
�e do ap�re�iate ��our effr�rt� of planting the wildflowers an� trees in
the area of the water tank. W� h��e ynu a°ill al�o recc�gniz� the need t�
address the ditch prablems o�` the Mitiers and the Arquits.
�te are looking fc�rward to a timely repl}T.
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Cath�rine Valentino
July 9, 1997
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Schweber
412 Winstan Court, Apr. 5
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Schweber,
F�NAL Ithaca, NY E�i$50
f2b E. Seneca St.
607-273-! 72 I
f ha�e discussed the concerns you outlined in your letter of June 6, 1997 with the
Highway Superintendent, Fred Noteboom and the Town Engineer, Daniel Waiker.
They feel that the area behind Winston Court has been restored.
If you think that there is still a probl�m, please feel free to contact me and 1 will make a
personal inspection of the area involved.
Sincerely,
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Catherine Vafentino
Sup�rvisor
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cc: Sheila Norton
Stephen D. Ebbs
Kevin and Jolinde Docksted
Fred Noteboom
Danief Walker
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June 6, 1997
Ms. Kathy Valentino
Ithaca T�wnship Supervisor
126 E. Seneca Stree�
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Ms Valentino:
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Town� oF r�-�Ac!�.
5ome weeks ago, construction. crews brought bulldozers into
the forested wetland area behind Winston Court in arder to
install a water main. Upon their departure, these workers left a
completely denuded rectangular area thir�.y yards long and seven
yards wide. This rectangular area, which is immediat�ly adjacent
to the street and back yards of our buildings, now coa�prises mud
fla�s datted, which are covered with large standing paols of
water when it rains. As �he Suminex approaches, we have begun to
see very laxge numbexs of mosquitos to come swarming aut af that
area and into our living areas.
The proble�n o� rr►osquiio infesta�i�n is not merely a matter
of aesthetics. There are a great nutnber of small children,
including toddlers and babies, in the ir�m�diate vicinity of these
newly created mud f1a�s. To these children, a Iarge popula�ion
af masquitoes pose a hea�th risk as welZ as a very serious
nuisance.
we, the undersign�d residents af Winston Court, insist �.hat
steps be taken �a restore the deforested area that abuts our
neighborhood.
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FAx {s07) 273-1704
May 2, 1996
Jonathan Meigs
235 Culver Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Jon,
Thank you ior letter �xpressing your thoughts on the new Town Hall. I agree with most
of your commenfs and wish to provide you with updated information regarding this very
important issue.
We are currently working with the US Post Office officials to f�opefufly reach a�
agreement to purchase the downtown post office for our new facility. These
negotiations include a proposal to share the building with them.
You may ha�e heard through the media that f have appo+nted a committee of town
residents to help work thro�gh tfi�e many problems involved with the location and costs
of a new Town Hall. No one involved with the purcY�ase of a new facility is interested in
buildir�g a"cheap" Town Hall. I have stat�d many times that our new home must be a
building we can live wi#h and that we can feel proud of.
Again, thank you for your letter. I have received many interesting letters and comments
relat�d to this issue, and � appreciate the sincere concern of the tawnspeople.
Sir�cerely,
Catherine Vaf�ntino
Supervisor
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cc: Towr� Board members ✓
AGENDA 1TEM ub6
December 3p, 1998
Mr. Fred Notebloom
Town Highway Department
126 East Seneca St.
Ithaca, N Y l4850
Dear Mr. Notebloom:
I want to thank you and the others in the town who transformed our
street, HoRness Lane, this year. I know that it invol�ed much work and
care, but I am pleased to be a��e to drop my fear of fialling into that awf��
ditc� which caused me so much trouble over the years.
The town's efforts to instali drain pipes is greatly appreciated. The
ditc�es were hazardous. It was a tremendous underta�Cing and I am
grateful to a�l who participated.
No doubt yo� ha�e recei�ed many complaints over tE�e years so I think it
time fo� you ta receive some praise. Have a Happy New Year.
Sincere{y yours,
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Nel� Mondy, Resident
126 Honness Lane
��cc Cathy Valentino
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Towr� Supervisor
C�therir�c V�le��lir�o
AugUst 1, 1997
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Miller
126 Christopher Circle
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mill�r,
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b07-273-I 72 I
! have looked at the ditch in front of your home, and I have talked to Fred Noteboom,
Highway Superintendent. We have agreed that the �ighway crew will make one more
trip out io your residence to try and resol�e your problems.
Please try to be clear about what you �xpect, and we wiii try to be cl�ar to yo� about
what we can reasonably do. We may not be able to completely satisfy all your
concerns, but we wiil attempt to accomplish what is feasible.
5incerely,
C�.�D�-���.�. f/�Q�,�.�-«�.�
Catherine Valentino
Supervisor
CV:jln
cc: Fred Noteboom
Christoph�r Circle Neighborhood Watch
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Catherine Valentino
From: Georc�e Bianchard [gblancha�us.ibm.cam]
ient: T�esday, April 30, 2002 2:07 PM
fo: Catherine ValEntino
,:c: JKanterC�3town.ithaca.ny.us; AFrostC�town.itnaca.ny.us
Subject: RE: Subcii�isian at 165 E. King Road - George Blanchard
Cathy, I co�.��d u5� a litt�le assistai�ce.
Back in Feb�ua�y I start�d the process for sut�-dividing my 24A parcel
i.nto
three a�aprax 8 acres parcels. Pretty srraight forward and simp��.
Buring
this time, I have attended both a Planning and Zoning baard meetings.
Each o� these approved my request zn a routine manner. I have since
de�ive�ed the towns caP��s of the survey.
T�is weekend ,7onn Kanter senC me an email stating that I woulci have to
go
though anot���r ^i�_al Planning approval meeting because the survey has
some
differences �ram what the board had ap�roved. and that p.rocess
dictates
that I have another me�ting., c�et board approc-al so that the clerk can
file
thern .
These differences are the result of the actua] tield survey that was
done.
iI did not want to spend a thousand dollars without knowing that it
would
se approved} The numlaer of �.ots �as not changed, the laynut has not
hanged
and the lot sizes have minor changes. The changes are the result of
using
existing survey pins. Which we dzscussed in the meeting. ,7ohn has not
indicated any conc�rns other than following the process. I concur with
his
assessrnent but am surprised that this can not be done in some simpler,
less time consuming and Iess costly fashion.
John has been he�pfuJ. zn getting to this point. My lac�C of knowledge on
the process has put me in a pickl�.. Per Jonns attached note, I can not
get an the agenda until June. I will be meeting with him tamarrow to
fill
out the reguired paper work. I will speak with ��dy as well..
For the two meetings T attended, the board took about IO mins to
approval
this. I su�pect that the next meerinr�i second final agproval) will be
viewed as administrative and shouid take ak�out 5 mins. I have two
clasings
contingent on getting this meeting. The probiem is that the schedule is
full until b/4. I am hoping that you may be able to assist me in
getting
this done sooner. If I thought thaC this was for other than
administrative
reasons, the outeorne known, i wouldn't push as hard to get it done. And
this delay is putting the past 4 months at risk losing the sales_
s there any way that you can heZp me get this dor�� in a more timely
ashion? �ither throuc�h an exception process :F one ys in ni.C-�ce or at
a
minimum, a time slot on an earlier m�etii:g.
1
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I would be greaCly appreca.ate anythin� you can do and iook forward to
your
reply. thank you, george blanchazd
------- Forwarded by George Blanchard/Endicott/IBM on 04/30/2002 01:19 PM
Jonathan KanCer
<�KanterL�town.ith To: George
B�anchard/Endico��/IBM@IBMUS
aca.ny.us> cc:
Subject: RE: Subdivision
at E. King fioad - George Blanchard
04/30/2002 09:36
AM
George:
, will be available eitiher late Weds. afternoon around 2:30 or 3:00} or
Thurs. morning {anyGime af�er 9:00}. Please give me a ca11 oz send
another
email. indzcating what time would work for you. We can have you fill out
the
necessary application form and Shor� Envir. Assessmen� Form, and we can
use
the revised survey {�}/10/021 that you a].ready pzovicled (assuming there
will
be no fur�her changes}. There will be an application fee of $ 80.00 {$
50
plus $ 10 per lot - see application form}, The only additional item �
would
request is a cover memo addressed to �he Planning Board describing the
lot
Zine changes as shown on the 4/10 survey as compared with the 3/10
survey
{similar to what you descr.ibed in this email}.
As I mentioned previously, the next avai.labJ.e PJ.anning Board me�ting for
your revised application is June 4th, 2002.
You should check directly with Andy Frost for his detiermination of
whether
the revised subdivision will have to go back to the Zoning Board of
Appeals
foz the wi.dth vari.ances for Parcel C.
�on Kan�er
. �izector of P�anning
Town of Ithaca
215 North T.ioga Street
2
� Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone: {607) 273-1747
FAX: (607} 273-1704
email: JKanter�town.ithaca.ny.us
-----Original Message-----
From: George Blanchazd [mailto:gblancha�us.ibm.com]
Sent: Monday, Aprzl 29, 2002 5:53 PM
To: jkanter@town.ithaca.ny.us
Cc: Andy Frost; Susan Rit�er; Catherine Valentzno; Mary Russell;
jbarney@b�dmlaw.com
5ubject: RE: Subdivision at E. King Road - George Blanchard
John,
Frankly, F'm a little surprised at your response and hope that you will
not
take any ot this personally. Your assistance was helpful to me as
indicated in my thank you not� to you. 2'll take �he hit for not
knowing
the process. I understand where you are coming from and just want to
complete �he process. T have no desire to debate on how we got heze
on�y
to say that I want�d to save time and money. I now realize thati the
process will not allow tihis. The $200+ costi �o the town is surprising to
me. And based on what I now know, going �or a preliminary and tinal
approva� at the sam� tzme puts the zequestors financial cost (town fees
plus survey) at risk - should the town deny the re�uest. John, I
realize
that you can only exercise the process and adheare to regulations.
Please
realize that I have never done this before.
_�fet, �he actual survey is different from the proposed version_ 'I'wo
reasons:
the field survey uses existing survey pins per the buyers requesti for
lot
"C". (their westerly boundary surv�y pins as discussed zn the plannsng
meeting} . The dividing line be�ween lo�s "A" &"B" was placed to
ensure
no variance issues wzth regard to the barn. T guess I could have made
the
line closer to the barn but didn't want the next ownez to have to deal
with
any future code changes tha� might increase the dasCance between a
buildzng
and a lot Iine. This does change the 1ot sizes but I fail to see the
relevance on lo�s of this size and believe that th� survey sti11
re£lects
my original intent.
Based on your note, I am assuming tihat I need to have a final approval
based on the actual survey 2 have provided you.(I do not intent to spend
more money for another survey - a third visit to the surveyor) I wou�d
like your assistance zn scheduling this asap. Can we mee� Wednesday or
Thursday tio initiate the paper work? 2 would also l�k� to detezm�ne if
the
Zoning Board needs to xevisit this as well. Based on wha� �hey reviewed
and approved, no change has been made. As you hav� not indicated
otherwise. T suspect Chat this is purely a procedural issue and should
not
�..mpact the ou�come other �han tihe additiional delay.
I'1� try to catch you tomorrow. Email is best if you need me.
thanks,
3
r
george b
----- Forwarded by Georg� Blanchard/Endicott/IBM on 04/29/2002 11't :02
�1M
Jonathan Kanter
<,7KanterC�town. ith
Blanchard%Endicott/T��M@IBMUS
aca.ny.us>
�AFrost@town.ithaca.ny.us�, Susan Ritter
To: George
cc: Andy Frost
<SRitter@town.ithaca.ny.us>,
Catherine Valenti.no <CValentino@town.ithaca.ny.us�, Mary
04/29/2002 09:40 Russell
�MRussell@town.ithaca.ny.us>, jbarney@bgdmlaw.com
AM
at
E_ King Road - George Blanchard
George:
Subject: RE: Subdivision
�� `:�f course this is a concern. I never represented or understood that
'� �rhat
you were presenting to the Board on Mazch 19th was a sketch plan or
could
be
considered a draf�, and I never said to you that a11 you needed was a
ske�ch. You received preliminary and Eina1 subdivisa.on approval far a
specific �.ot configuration. You cannot chang� that lat configuration
without getting a new approval from the Planning Board. To tiell you the
truth, I am quite surprised to see the lot line changes. You never told
me
that this is what you had in mind. We bent over backwards to
accommodate
your scheduling at the Planning Board for the first loti layout revision
that
you had submitted a�'te� you had already submitted your application
materi.als. Xou are maka.ng this very difficult on yourself, so don't try
to
make this sound as if it is the Town's fault. I'm sorry for being so
strong
about this, but it is not appropriate to try to shift �he blame to us.
The Apri1 10th survey is more than just a minor fie�cl adjustment of a
survey
map. Zt is a revised subdivision layout with a substanti.al change in
the
lot line between Parcels A and B. Pa�cel C a1.so appears to have been
revised som�what in aczeage with the lot line between Parcel C and
parcels
,' -�
�__� B moving .tioward �he south five feet. I copied Andy Fros� on my
earlier
response to you, and he indicates that the variance you obrained from
4
�
� the
Zoning Boarcl may not be valid for this revised subdivision, and you may
have
�o submit another variance appJ.i.cation to the ZBA.
�,ven if �hese were mi.nor adjustmen�.s, this would have to come back to
:he
Planni.ng Board. If �he suzvey had been marked sketch or preliminaxy,
then
we would have processed the applicati.on as a sketch plan or preliminary
subdivision approval on1y, and then waited un�il the adjustments were
made
for final subdivision approval. However, thc survey tihat you submitted
was
not marked as a sketch or preliminaxy plan, and it had the rai.sed seal
and
certificatiion of the surveyor. Further, as I mentioned above, you never
indica�ed to me that you were contiemplating additional changes in the
lot
line configurations. You were pressing us ro schedule you �or final
approval because you said that you had a closing deadline. If you had
said
that you wanted �o appear before the Planning Board for a sketch plan or
pre}�iminary approva3., we would have handled �he application differently.
You cannot have at both ways. The Town's Subdivision Regu�ations are
clear
that lot line changes require subd3vision agprova�. by the Planning
Board.
This pertains equally to exi.sti.ng lots and newly (jus�) approved 1ots.
�his
pzocess is stated in �he Town's law regulating subdiv.isi.ons, which gives
neither staff nor the Planning Board the discretion to allow lo� line
modifications without getting th�:m approved by the Planning Board. The
��question is not whether you or the staff feel �ha� the revisions impact
-iny
_� �f the Board's decisions on the approved subdivision. This is a ma��er
o�
following the regulations, and we don'r have any discretion there.
With aIl that said, I go back to my earlier reply. That is, there are
two
options. (1) Go back �o the March 10th sux�v�:y which was approved by the
Planning Board, and the P].anna.ng Board Chair can sign the required
number
of
pla�s. (2} Submit a new application for subclivision approval for the
revised subdzvi.sion as shown on the April lOth survey, and check with
Andy
Frost �a see if this will require submitting a new applicatkon to the
Zoning
Board for the 1ot wi.dth varianc� for Parcel C. I would be glad to meeti
with
you to go over the requiremenrs for submitting a new application, but
I'm
not sur�: how nec�:ssary that is since you have already been through �he
process. I would prefer noC meering if i� is only �o re-hash what I
have
described above. Please Zet me know how you wouZd like �o proceect.
Jon Kanter
Director of Planning
Town of Ithaca
?15 North Tioga Streeti
' �[thaca, NY 1.485D
- r.?hon�: (6�7j 273-1747
FAX: {{07) 273-Z704
email: ,7Kanter@town.ithaca.ny.us
5
------Original Message-----
From: Geo�ge Blanchard [mailto:gblancha@us.�bm.com]
Sent: Monday, April 29, 2002 8:41 AM
'Co: 3ona�han Kanter
�,�ubject: Re: Suhdivision at E. King Road - George B7.anchard
�'ohn, T'm concezned about his. The 3/10 su�vey was a draft of what I
wanted to do. The 4/14 is the actua� field survey. Of course Cheir are
differences. I asked you about this (process) and you said all Y needed
was a sketich (Sue said I needed it by a surveyor} I need some
consistent
gua.dance and am finding it hard �o see how these changes i.mpact any of
the
boards discussions.
I wi�l be available most of Wednesday and Thursday o� thi.s week. When
would be a good tzme Co get together? thanks, gEorge b
Jonathan Kanter
<JKanter@town.itih To: George
Blanchard/Endicott/IBM@zBMUS
aca.ny.us> cc: Andy Frost
<AFrost@town.ithaca.ny.us>, Susan Ritirer
, <SRit�er@town.ithaca.ny.us>,
��ike Smith <MSmithC�town.ithaca.ny.us�, Sandy Polce
,� 0�4/26/2002 12:34
'<SPo1ce@town.ithaca.ny.us>,
jbarney@bgdmlaw.com
PM Subjec�: Subdivision at
E.
King Road - George BJ.anchard
George:
I have been trying to �each you on the phone unsuccesfull.y {line is
always
busy), so I'll try the email route. We received the mylar and three
dark
line prints oE your E. King Road subdivision. However, upon checking
the
survey map, we noGiced that the April 10, 2002 survey map that you lef�
for
signing by tihe Planning Baard Chair is not the same as tihe March 10,
2002
_ survey map that was revi�:wed and approved by the Planning Board at their
'Karch 19Ch meetiing. what happened?
--f
This is a problem because the Planning Board Chair is not authorized to
sign
6
a sL:�divisi�:: :^,a�: '_�at is �ii��--�-•. fror�� „�_�� '_::�� ?lan*:ing Bca� _.
approved,
and the subdivision cannot be filed in tne County Cler�'s Oftice until
it
is
;igned by the PJanning Board Chair.
!t appears that aIl three parcels shown or. �he April lOth survey mag
have
different boundaries and acreage totals than shown on the approved March
lOth survey map. In adclition, it appears that the barn an your 1ot
(Parcel
B) is shown in a differenC location.
There are only two options here. {1) If yau want ta pursue the revised
subdivision as shown on the April lOth survey map, you wili have ko
appear
befor� the Planning Board again, anci file a new application for the
revised
subdivision fi.e., go through the whole approval process againj. Th�
soonest that we wot�ld �e able to get you on the Planning Board agencia is
June 4L-h. {2) Otherwise, you will have to go bac]c to the March 10th
apgroved survey map which contains the subdivision Chat was approved by
rhe
Planning Board, and provide us with the �riylar and three dark Iine �rizlts
of
tY-ie r9arcif lOth survey for signing by the P�anning Board Chair.
The Town ha, no minor su}�division procass for °iot line modif�cat�ons".
Any
change in lot lines com�s under the definition of "subdivision" and has
to
go back rhrough the Planning Board for subdivision approval (refer to
the
own's Subdivision Reguldtzons}.
rlease respond and advise on lZow you wish to pro�eed.
Jon Kanter
Director of Planning
Town of I�haca
215 North Tiaga Street
IChaca, NY i4850
Phon�: (607) 273-1747
FAX: ;607) 273-z704
email: JKanter@t�own.ithaca.ny.us
7
JOHN C.BARNEV
PETEft C+ GROSSMAP!
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BARNEY, GROSSMAN, DUBOW & MARCUS
ATTORNEYS AT !�1L4
SEfVEGA HUILD]NG WEST
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(807} 273-6841
CONFIDENTIAL - LEGAL ADVICE
Au��t�st 13. I y97
Honorahlc Ca�herine Valcntino
Su�ei-vi5or
Tnwn ol� Itha�a
126 Eas� Seneca Street
Ithaca, Ncw Yi�rk �4K5{}
Rc: C`c�ntract with thc Cilv c�1� Ithaca 1�i�r Pc7[ic� 5�rviceS
Dcar Calhv:
�AG5IMILE
cso7� z�2-asos
iNO�" FOR SERWCE C3F PRPEi@S�
Pursuant tu your E�cyuc5t lc�r i»tc�rmati��n rc�arding �ossihlc cc�ntrac�ual arrangcmcnts with
thc City c�f Ithaca ior �rc�vi5ic�n c�f �c�licc scr�ic�5 al 8c�yr�tcm Micicile 5chc�ol and portic�ns ol� thc
High Schcx�l locatec� in the Town ol Ithaca, I lank a loc�k at int�c�rmal ()�inion c�1� lt�c Attorn�y
Gcncral No. 97- ]:i. A copy c�f� it is cnclus�cl with thi5 lcttcr. That opinion ap�ear5 tc� sanction
such a ccin�ract.
Wc altic� ciid a little additional research and foun�i a conflicting opinion i�rom thc
C'c�n��trnllur. Uninion No. Rfi-6{) which seems tc� 5u��cst that the Town may not cc�ntract for
police protection ser�ices ior only a�art ol� thc Tc�wn.
{���ite Irankly, it i� ��«t clear to me which way a cc�urt woulci rul� ii� thc istiue werc
presentcci tc� it. The Gcneral Munici�al Law clearly allc�ws ��ar a lc�wn tc� contract ���ith anc�ther
municipality lor th� �rc�vitiic3n of ticrvi�es thal thc tc�wn it5i;11 could pro�idc. Hc�wever, thc
C��mptr��llcr's vicw is not withc�ut mcrit in that I cic�n't hclicvc a town cc�uld ctitablisti a town
�olice forcc anc� havc it covcr c�nly �� �orti{�n i�i thc tc�wn. ThuS it could hc argu�d lhat Sincc a
Tawn cannot �rc�vidc �c�licc Scrviccs for c�rily �art c�l a town, it cannt�� entcr intc� a cc�ntract with
ar�other �i�unici�ality lc� �rovicl� servir�5 l�c�r e}nlv �art c�t� thc tc�wn.
I�� view c�l thc cc�nl��ictin� o�inic�ns and in vicw c�f� lhe fact that thc Aut�rney Gcneral's
c}�inio� iti mc�rt� rcccnl, I wc}�ild su�gest that the Town cc7nlinue to exp�arc thc pc��sih�lity c�l-
cuntractin�: witt� the City of ithaca fc�r thc prc�vi5iun oP scrviccs. If a tax paycr i�ltimatcly r�isc5
Hanorablc Cathcrine Valcntino
August }�, 1997
Page 2
thc issuc, the Town can inake a d�tcrminatic�n at tl�at point whett�cr it wants to liligate the ma�tcr
to get a linal d�ci5ic�n I�c�m a court or cxplc�rc t�thcr alternativcs.
With bcst regards.
1CB:sls
Enclosures
Sincc�rcly yours,
-�\
HISTORIC�
ITHACA �
Dedicated to the Preservatian of'lbmpkins County Landmarks
13 August 2007 `
Cathy Valentio
Town of Ithaca Supervisor
Town Hall
215 North Tioga
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Grippi property at 1.296 / 1298 Trumansburg Road
Dear Supervisor Valentino, •
Historic Ithaca is pleased to write this 2etter, in support of the ongoing preservation and stewardship of
Hayt's Chapel and Schoolhouse. These stxuctures, along with their surrounding landscapa, are an �
invalvable resource to the community. As a National Register property, and a recipient of Historic
Ithaca's 2006 Preservation Award, this property is significant on a Zocal, state and national level for its
role in the history of the Underground Raikoad in �thaca. �
The Grippi's stewardship of these buildings over the past four decades has surely saved them from
unsympathetic development, and possibly the wrecldng ball. The restoranon they undertook during
2004/2005 was a sensitive and smart adaptive reuse�project, which transformed these buildings from
historic relics into viable, desirable rental properties. It is this current use which Historic Ithaca believes
will ensure the protection of these historic resozuces. Buildings that remain in use and cared for are far
more IikeIy to survive than vacant ones.
We strongly encourage the Town of Ithaca to consider these buildings as a Iiving his�ory anemorial to the
Underground Railroad. Future pIanning decisions should consider the continual use and viability of 1295
and I298 Tn.irnansburg Road. Ff these properties cannot be maintained as renta2 pzoperties, their future
would be uncertain at best, and tl�eir loss wouId be irreplaceable. I thank you far your consideration in
this matter.
Sincerely,
essica Evans -
Preservation Duector
Cc: Salvatoze and Rosalind Grigpi
Dan Wa2ker, Director of Engineering
109 W. 5tate Street • Ithaca, IYew York 34850 �'I�I; (fi07) 273-&633 • Fax: (607) 277-4073
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27 APR 01
CITY OF ITHACA
310 West Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850-5497
OFFICE OF THE FIRE CHIEF
Telephone: G07/272-I234 Fax: 607�172-2793
Cathy Valentino, Supervisor
Town of Ethaca
215 N. Tioga Street
Ithaca, N.Y. 14850
Re: Boundary Change
Dear Cathy:
Pleas� be advised the City of fthaca Fire Department will assume responsiE�ifity for pro�iding
emerger�cy services in an area of the Northeast portion of the Town of Ithaca currently served
by the Cayuga Heights Fire Department. The area is better described as that situated between
the current fire district boundary, runni�g from the east municipal corporation line separating
the City and Town of lthaca, in an easterly direction through tt�e Cornell Pfantations, ta a point
along the western boundary of the Town of Ithaca (Town of Dryden fine}, and the new boundary
between these lines whfch will run along the approximate centerfine of �all CreeK.
Assumption of_that boundary wif� be upon notification by your office #hat the successor
agreement be#ween #he Town of fthaca and tF►e Village of Cayuga Heights, which provides the
basis for this change, has been executed. The Tompkins County Fire, EMS, and Disaster
Coordinator's� Qffice indicates they will need one week to modify the computer aided dispatch
(CAD) system to accommodate the change. This should happen prior to the actua! date of the
change.
In addition, we are prepared to provide mUtual aid, in accordance with the terms of the new
agreeme�t between the Towr� and the Village of Cayuga Heights, starting at any time.
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding this.
Sincerely yours,
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Brian H. Wilbur
Fire Chief
cc: D, Cafferillo
A. Cohen
T. Dorman .
R. Rornanowski
M. Sc�nurie
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"An Equai Opport�nity Employer with a commitment to workforce diversification." ��
Town Supervisor
Catherine Valentino
Mr. Ste��zn Ehr�art. Vice Chair
Board of Public Works
Citv of Ithaca
108 �ast Green Street
jthaca, NY I�S�O
Dear St��•�:
I t haca. Nv i��s5a
126 E. Seneea St.
607-273-I 72I
Navemher l 6. ! 999
It has come to our atterition that the City Bc�ard of Public W'arks is �onsiderin� the a�san�ionrr�ent
and possible sale af a 60 f'oat w-ide ri�=ht of ���ay lea�iing from Oak«�ood Lane westw•a�-d to the
boundary betw�een the Citv of Ithaca ancf To�i�n of Ithaca. There are two issues that C would Iike
to dra�� to the attention of the Board of Pub��c W'arks regardin� this potential future street.
The first is that the right of wav is identitieci in tht City of Ithaca West Hill Mast�r Plan as a
street to ser��e future residential deveioprnent in that area of the Ta���n of Ithaca. I�ollo�,�-ing the
guidance set forth in ine West Hiil Master P[an, the Town of Ithaca has assumed tf�at the ri�ht af
w�ay would be a��ailabEe for futurE developn�e�nt as a residential street and utility corridor. Given
the location of thc: right of wa��, current and �rojected fi�tt�re zaning of the Eand in the To���n of
Ithaca ��est of Oakwood Lane. as outlined in the 1943 To���n c�f Ithara Comprehetfsive Plan, such
a street could be expected to ser-��e n���� sin�le- and t�s�o-fanlilv homes.
1n addition to secondary access via Oakwood Lane, these project�d futurc homes �vould have
primary access onto Mecklenbur4� Road�YS Rte.79 and F3undti� Roac� via a future north-south
connector road. The Tawn of Ithaca t}irou�h its subdi��ision appro��al process has alread��
mapped a preliminary alignm�nt for the future connector road, and has acc�uired rights to
partions of thz ri�ht-o#�way.
A mare pressin�7 issue. trc�m the stancipoint a#� local residents. is that the Tu��n of [thaca is in thc;
tinal stages of acquirin� approximat�lv ?2 acres of fand to th� �vzst of Oak�vood Lane and
Brookfield Drive, for development as a tuture public parl�, A�*ain, partl� in respunse ta ihe Cit��
of Ithaca West Hili I�laster P��n_ tf�e Town has cf�os�n thc [ocation of this park so that it ma��
ser�°e resid�nts of hoth the Ta�-n of [thaca and the north�rn part uf the Cit��'s WeSE Hill
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neighborhood. Access to the park by City residents wouId be over the right-of way- currentFy
under consicieration for disposa! by tY�e Board of Public Works.
Whether or not the road right of way in question might be used for vehiculaz access to serve
future residentia! development, ar should be limited to pedestrian and bicycle access to the future
public park, is a matter that should be discussed between policy-makers of tfie City and the .
Town. I urge the Board of Public Works not to make any irreversible decisions regazding the
right-of-way until such discussions have occurred.
This letter is only an outline of the land nse, transportation and park and open space planning that
has occurred in the Town af Ithaca over the past several yeazs. I believe it would be of mutual
benefit if one ar more representatives of the Town of Ithaca were to be invzted to discuss these
issues with the Board of Fublic Works Board prior to any action by the Board regarding the
future of the right-of way. I would be happy to attend such a meeting with members of the Town
staff if you beIieve it would be appropriate.
Please feel free to contact me or Director of Planning Jonathan Kanter, at 273-1747 if you have
any questions or would like to discuss this matter further.
�
Smcerely,
Catherine Va entino
Supervisor
xc: Mayor Alan Cohen
Bill Gray
ThyS VanCort
Jon Kanter
Fred Wilcox
Da��id R. Neish
E�haca, NY 1 4854 -1 926
�ovember 9, 2000
Catherine Valentino
Tow�� of lthaca S�pervisor
,
215 N. Tioga Street
Ithaca, NY T 4850
Mrs. Vafentino:
214 Sapsucicer woods Rd. #2A
607. 257.4969 QNEISH� @TWCNY:�R.C�M
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Thank you for l�aving the Highway Department revrew our water drainage prob�em again.
Howeve�, k ha�e to again question the competency of those in�of�ed with this diagnosis!
As you were aware, ! have had a pro#essio�al exca�at�on contractor do a through
�xamir�ation of this prablem. The repair propos�d by the excavation contractor does not
correlate with the Highway Departments findings.
First: The culv�rt pipe out flow at 2 3 S Sapsucker Woods Rd is 6 inches higher than the
inflow for the culvert pipe at 214 Sapsucker Woods Rd, the H�ghway Department is correct.
However, the culvert out flow at 2� 8 Sapsucker Woods Rd is 6 ir�ches higher than the pipe
that runs through my yard, not 12 inches as calculated by the Hig�way Department.
Raising th� culvert pipe at my house 6 inches as proposed by the Highway De�artment will
•ake the ditch levei with zero fafl between 218 Sapsucker Woods Rd and the cut�ert p�pe
whic� runs through my yard and drains o�,t back. The out f�ow fo� 214 Sapsucker Woods Rd
is 6 inches Iower than the existing cul�ert pipe which is draining the road ditches, NOT 9
ir�ches as calculated by the Highway Departmer�t.
Second: The culvert pipe draining tF�e road ditches #�as o�er 2Q inches of fall (when you
tak� inta acco�rit the upturn in the first 20 feet of the pipe) to the out flow in the back of
my house. I made this very c�ear to Mr. Notebaum. This is also contrary to the Highway
Departmen�s ca�culatior�s and not consistent with those a� �he excavation contractor.
Mr. Notebaum and � employees came to investigate water backing up in the ditch on .iuly
31,2000. They were made aware of this situation in great detail. Explanations of what
conclusions the excavation contractor had arrived at were detaiied at length. Thinking a new
culvert was necessary ar�d beir�g behind schedufe, I was told �hat t#�is probabfy woufd not be
able ta be done this year. I was assured that someone wou�d s�oot grades to make certam a
new cul�ert was necessary ar�d get back to me. On August 9, 2000 I received a messag� on
my p�one macF�i�e that the culvert �ndeed needed to be raisEd.
;�nce c�eaning t�e ditches, the drainage prob�em t�as worsened. I see no resolUtion comir�g
anytime soon and I will r�ot agree to me purchasing a new cuivert, paying for blaek top and
aying an "admi�istrati�e ar�d material fee o� $100" for a repair which is ciea�ly not the root
t�e problem, regardless of what yo� are being told. This cuEvert pipe and bulkheads have
een in place since 1968 and have not moved.
Is it Mr, Notebaum's content+on that the culvert pipe �as SUNK 9 inches? I think not.
�ometl�ing is wro�g with th�s picture!
I�m extremely annoyed with the Highway Departme�t that 1 have �ad to go to such lengths
� try and facilitate a remedy For the water backing up in the ditch. This should have �een
taker� ca�e of 6 years ago after my first phone cal�, I should not have to cal� t�e Highway
Depdrtment every month and involve the Town Supervisor to try and get this minor pro�lem
res�ived. This is not cost effective managernent?
It seems that you are the only person we have dealt with who has done what they said they
would do a�d I thar�k you.
I guess I can learn to live with cattails!
SiRcerely,
�
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��vid R. Neis�
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fi51 Hammond Hili Rd
Brooktondale, NY 1485Q
A recent article in the Ithaca Journal reported that Town of Ithaca Director
of Planning, Joi�n Kanter, l�as asked for Comelf University to conduct a more
extensi�e sampli�ng program, including sampiing streams, and to repo�t the data
more freguently. My academic training is in phosphorus circulatian in lakes and
my profession is in en�ironmental science. I have followed the concerns about
LSC in some detail. i think this Town re�uest is r�ot needed. Suc#� additionaf
stipulatior�s create an atmosphere tY�at is hostile to const�uctive ef#orts to sol�e
environmental problems and will repress others from attempting to find innovativ�
methods to improve our environment.
Let me describe my relevant background. My masters and doctoral
degrees w�re based on studies of the effecis of phosphorus on aquatic systems
3Q years ago. This was the time when Lake Erie was called "dead" in national
Press because of excessive algal growtl�. This was wher� internationaf
conferences cansidered eutrophicatio� of the Great Lakes as one of the world's
great environmenta! problems and wfiien the fundamentai researc� establisf�ed
the importance of p�osphorus to algaf grawth. Phosphorus-based detergents
were banned and tertiary treatment was started by many communities, all
intended to reduce tota! p�osphorus input to lakes.
l obtained my doctorate with Dr. Frank Rigler as major thesis advisor. Dr.
Rigler coi�ed the expression "saluble reactive phosphorus". He was Canada's
Plenary speaker at th� quadre�nial meetir�g of the International Associatior� o#
Theoretical and Applied Limnology when held in Canada. The external examjner
for my thesis, Dr. Richarc� Vollenweider, was dir�ctor of the Canadian Center for
In�and Waters. I pub�ished peer-r��iewed articles on phosphorus circulation in
lakes and obtained external funding for that research. The laboratory in w�ich I
did this work was world rer�owned for it's phosphorus studies and one of Et's
graduates became the subs�quent Director of the �anadian Center for Inland
Waters.
Limnological research on phosphorus and eutrophication emphasizes total
phosp#�orus concentrakion. In tur�, consideratians of total ph�sphorus
concentration provide the appropriate means for assessing the �ffect of LSC on
algal growt� in the south end. Three decades ago, Dr. Tommy Edmondson of the
University of Washingto� demonstrated a coRelaiion between aigal growth and
total phosphorus concentration for Lake Washington, whic#� was choked with
algae a�d raated aquatic weeds, Edmondsan convinced Seatile to sponsor a
bond to divert sewage waters from the lake and into the �astiy larg�r acean.
Subsequently, this became the first study to document that algal growth deciined
in proportion to the decline in the concentraiion of total phosphonls entering
Lake Washington. At tt�is time, Dr. Vollenweider published a pivotal paper
showing that the a�erage algal concer�tration in summer correlated with the tofal
phasphorus concentra#ion in a large sample of lakes. During this decade of
intense s#udy on phosphorus in lakes, Dr. Da�id Schindl�r, the Director of the
Experimental Lakes Area, demonstrated with experimental manipuiation that
a�gal concentratior�s increased in proportion to total phosphorus
concentration added io lakes. ln a re�iew paper, long after caining the term
"saluble reactive phosphorus", Dr. Rigler demons#rated that algal production in a
farge number o# lakes was very accurat�ly predicted by the springtime
concentration of total phosphorus in the lake. Three decades later, V. H.
Smith 1998. �Cultural eufrophication of inland, estuarine and coasfal wafers {a
chapter in M. L. Pace and P. M. Groff (eds) Successes, limitafions and frontiers
in ecosysfem scrence.l summarized the limnoiogical wisdom about algal growth
and phasphorus. Studies on hundreds of kakes shaw that the world's limnological
cammunity uses #otal phosphorus concEntration to accurately predict alga{
growth in lakes. This relationship between algae and total phosphorus is one of
the most well-doc�mented predictions in al� of ecolagy.
�imnologtcal studies on Cayuga Lake during the last century 5Q years as
well as the recent En�ironmer�tal Impact Study (EIS) for Lake source Cooling
(LSC), show that the so�t� end is high in total phosphorus concentratior�. There
is a global pattem that nutrients are highest near the point where the majar
sources of nutrients enter a lake. The settling of organic and inorganic matter ta
the bo#tom ir�evitabGe removes nutrients. LSC intake draws nutriec�t-depleted (iow
nutrient) water from se�eral miles up the lake and releases that water into the
nutrient-rict� south�m end. E�ementary math dictates that LSC waters dilute,
i.e., reduce, the total phosphorus concentratian in the southern end, Although
the E!S data predict this, the operational data document this. All peer-re�iewed,
publfshed models relating algae to phosphorus predict that atgal growth, which
is proportional to total phosphorus concentration, wiii be reduced by the
inf�ow of LSC waters with lower nutrient concentrations.
More than a year ago, opponents of LSC pub�ished a"Citizen's Guide".
The Guide cfaims that �SC also would discharge millions of gailans per day of
warmed, phosphorus-rich water ... exacerbate nutrient and silt po�lution" and that
"... the phosphorus-rich ciischarge would promote the growth of plar�t life,
intensi#ying a4ga1 bloams and weed infestations. The total incompetence of these
opinions still resonates with some cf�spite alf limnological mar�efs and the
particular data.
T#�e EIS predicted thai the concentratian of total phospharus in �SC water
would be lower tfi�an the total concentration in the southern end of Cayuga La�Ce
and about ec�ual to the concentratior� in lakes of low #o moderate eutrophication.
The EIS was right and the Guide was wrong. In fact, LSC di[ut�s total
phosphorus concentrations.
The EIS predicted that LSC discharge wou�d be cooler than the receiving
waters during the summer when aquatic growth is extensive and perceived as a
problem. The physics of heat exchange, the heat capacity of the volume of
pumped water ar�d the amount of heat f�om Comell's campus were kr�own with
great ce�#ainty. The EIS was righ# again and the Guide was wrong. LSC effluent
�s cooler than the receiving waters.
The southem end af Gay�ga Lake receives heavy s�spended particfe
foading from the incaming streams fallowing storms. The shallow so�them ertd
alEows strong waves to resuspend those sedime�ts. LSC water is derived from
weff north of the turbid, southern end. The EIS was righ# again and the Guide
was wrong again. LSC is djluting t�e sediment load in the southem end.
Tne op�anents of LSC were incredibly wrong in #he�r av►m Citizen's Guide.
They pubiished fears that had no basis in fact. Fears which, indeed, directly
contracted a vast and uniform body of general fimnological obser�ations that
correctly predict lower total phosphorus concentration leads to lower a�gal
growth.
LSC pumps high qua�ity water into a region af low quality water. �t
displaces cfirky water with clean water. It flushes pollutants aut of the southern
end and replaces that dirty water with drinka#�ie water.
We contir�ue to pay for those alarmist predictions in many ways. Chicken
Littie akarmists continue to find fault, despite their own demonstrated errors,
based on cantinued misinformation. LSC is a dacumented, inno�ative,
environmental�y-friendly projsct annually reduces CO2 release by 75 million
pounds and S02 release by 850 tho�sar�d pou�ds. Yet constant cries for more
data create the illusion that the sky is falling down as if there were some sort of
probfem that we could documer�t if we just h�d some more information. The
environmental �nrorld k�ows about the opposition Comell has experEenced #or its
LSC. Faced with this constant dr►.�m beat of implied daubt and criticism, who else
would undertake any other kind of novel, en�ironmentalfy-friendly effort? This
kind of "Lets get o�e more piece of irrelevant information ar�d s� if we can
imagine that L5C is doing something" �s counter-productive.
! ha�e a suggestion. The Town of Ithaca should thank Cornell for their
imme�se help to the world's major environmental problem of Global Warming
and to impra�ed water quality in the south er�d of Cayuga La�Ce. The Town of
Ithaca should noi con#ril�ute to a� atmasphere o# doubt and cynicism.
Sincerely, .
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Jahn Cor�fer
(W) 274-3978,
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TOWN CLERK 273-i721 HIGHWAY 273-1656 PARKS 273-8035 ENGINEEf�I�VC, 27�1747 PLANtVING 273-1747 ZONIfVG 27�1747
David L. Klein � g
Councilman
Ms. Joan Lent Notebopm, Town Clerk
Town of Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
I thaca, N Y 14850
Dear Ms. Noteboom:
This �etter is a formal request to the Town of Ithaca Ethics Board.
In accordance wit� Section 11. Paragra�h (�) of the Town's Ethics Law, as a Tow�
Board member, I am requesting an advisory bpinion on w�ether ar not certain
members of the Town of fthaca Planning Board should have recused themsel�es �rom
�oting affirmativefy for ti�e Cornell University's Nort� Campus Resider�tial Initiative on
January 5, 20�0. The specific covered action Es found in Section 7. fa) lil "Contrac#"...
"shall also �nclude a dete�mination of environmental significance."
Tfi�is issue will arise at a future meeting of the Planning Baard, s+nce a vote on Final
Site Plan approval will accur.
I am questioning if Tracy Mitrano and Rod Howe should have recused themsef�es
from vating. Given the multi�le revisions to the Ethics Law, this is not a particulariy
straightforward answer ta either research or determi�e, yet i find numerous referenc�s
to circumstances that in my mind should have caused these officials to recuse
themselves. Enormous pressure and effort for approval was expended by Cornell
University for the site plan as presented. An employes of th� university (witho�t
benefit of tenure) might feel extremely uncomfartabl� in voting against hislt�er
employer. A negati�e vote might possibly impede the employee's advancement
potent�af ar�d thus votir�g in the affirmative could be a conflict of interest per
Section_ (�). This is where f feel a recusal would ha�e been in order.
As an aside, � believe that the Ethics Law sho�ld be recodified so that one does not
have ko read it in four different sections, which is quite confusing. Although I voted for
each local law, I also feel tl�at the language of the Ethics Law as crafted is awkward,
confusing, cumbersome and difficuit to understar�d. Perha:ps the Ethics Board, in
accordance with Sectiorr 11(al. might wish to recammend "plain language" revisions
to the Town Board.
Ms. Joan Lent Noteboom
January 17, 2000
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It is my understanding that the Ethics Board will render an advisory opinion within
thirty days.
Sincerely,
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avid L. Klsin
Councilman
Copy: Supervisor Valentino
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BARNEY, GR�SSMAN, DUB�W & MARCUS
JOHH C 6naNEY
PETEA G CaR�SSMAN
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RAND.44L B �YiARCuS
WILLIAM d. TRav Ilf
JONATHAN A OqKFN
HAND DELIVERED
Jaan L�nt Notcbac�m, Tc�wn Civrk
Town of Ithaca
12G East Seneca Strcet
Fthaca, New York 14�350
Re: Ethics Baard
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SE,NECA BIIILOING W£ST
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[ l9 �AS7 SENEC.i STREcT
ITHACA, N�W YORK 14850
(607) 273-6841
January 21, 2�()()
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Yer our tele�han� discussions enclosed are capics cft� the 1Ctt�IS I 51;�1t l(� K«d Hc��ue and t��
Tracy Mitrano. As w� discussed you should gc� �head and ad�ise [hem that they are weicome to
atiend [h� m�eting on the $th of Fibruary.
With hcst regards.
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Sinccrely yaurs,
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BARNEY, GROSSMAN, DUBOW & MARCUS
ATTORNEYS AT LA1V
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HILL��M J TROY III
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llic C�a�ncll N�ril� Ca�n��uS I�tilia�i�c. A c:U�ly OC t11S I3lC1liU iTl�li�l!]� €IIL' rl;cjllCSl lS l'.n[:IUSL'CI.
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ancl [1�t�5 t�ial is wtly I lrieci ic� r�acli yau by tele�ltone.
t wuui�l b� !i�►�}l�y �t� �lis�uss il witlx yuu aE�tc�- yuu h,ivc l�acl ari c�pi�c�rltinily t« rcvic�v i[.
A I11CCLl1l�,' (��lC will bc c51�►l�litiliccl fUr �li� El1►ic:s Ct�ntniiEl�c t�ncl y�u wuul�l cci�tai�ily hc
welcomeci �o atlens tt�a� mectin�; ar�cl pr�vicle any inf�rmatiun yuu ctli�;lit wisl� (ic�c:lucling,
certaEniy the informaEion tlia� yt7u acic�ress��l ttzc c�ucslion of �he pra�rietafy wi�h me aii�i my
Icciing was �Iza� yt�ur votiii�; �vas �i��l ict3�rc�per}. 1�vili a15u l�c attcr}ciing tlie �31ee�i�lg as will,
yuitc probably, Mr. Kiei�.
Wil�� best E�egar�ls.
�inccrcly y��+irs,
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BARNEY, GROSSMAN, DLJBOW & MARCUS
A7TORNEYS AT LAW
G. BARNEY SE�ECA B11[LDING WEST
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Mr. Rod 1-lowe
I2h Jucld Falis Road
Ithaca, New York 1�1�50
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(607} 272-880G
INOT FOR 5ERVICEOF PAPEASI
EncZosed is a copy of Councilman Klein's Ietter requesting an advisory opinion from lhe
Town of Ilhaca �[tiics Board regarcling thc nroprietary af voting on �hc Carnell Nortli Campus
Inili�livc a� lhc Planning Boarcl.
Also enclosed is a capy of 3nan Noteboom's memo requesting dates for a meeting. Wnen
ti�e meeiing has been sciiedul�;d ei�hcr Joan or I will be in tc�ucli witii you to let y���s l:no�v.
� In tl�c iiilcrim sttiaulcl yn�z li�tivc any c�ucslions, rilcasc clo n��l licsi�atc lo givc tnc call.
- Wi�h bcst=reg�rds.
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Sinccrely yc���rs,
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� am rnot availabla to attend the Fcbn�9ry S meetin�. This mGr�+o serves ro clariFy my posirion at Comcll
Univers�ry.
! was hired by the Garn�ll Coo�rative �xter�sien €'ayuge Caunty Assvciauon iu 1990. Tn thc Fali of 1997
I mnved tc a pasid�sn oa the Gozneil campus with Cornell Gavpere�ve Extension_ My �etle is Community
and �conomie Vita;.ity Pragram Lcad�r. I xrr� located on the third floar of Ra�'ts Ha.li. 'The Director of
the Exte�s.sson systcm is fUr. �1em11 Ewert.
i act as a�isvn betw�rai tha 57 county assoriations and the N�'C Extension office xad Cornell University-
I did noi feel that I had ta abscoin myseif from � otin ; on the ?*:c'�zi as I did not t„zlieve a votc citficr way
w�uld impmct my preseat or aay fu�ure pnsitians at Cornell Un.i«rsity. . .
•• �f yot� have any fiuthcr questioas piease da not hcsi�ate to 4antact �nc. ,• _ � -.
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Arnim and Ruth Meyburg F�R 1 0�99T
[ I6 Salem Urive
I[haca, [�ew York l-if3S(?
2�7-701�
Fe�ruary 6, 1997
Mrs. Catherine Valentino
Town Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
l26 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, NY 14850
Subject: Severe Drainage Problems in the Sale�n DrivelHanshaw Road Area
Dear Mrs. Valentino:
On December 12, 1996 a nurnber of homeowners along the southern end of Salem
Drive and aiong Hanshaw Road near �he intersection with Salem Dri�e sent you the
attached letter (plus a signature sheet) about the alarming frequency of severe flooding
probfems that affect our groperties.
You must have received the letter, since we received a certified rnail recei�t. We are
wondering when we can expect to hear any response ar see any acrion from yo�r office,
and/or the Town Board, the Town Engineer's office, ar anybody else with authority to
address the issue.
Thank you for your attention to our concerns.
Sincerely yours,
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Arnim and Ruth Meybur
(On behalf of the neighborhood)
cc: Mrs. Teresa Jordan
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clifford
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Mr. and Mrs. Jay Yerka �,__�
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101 Burleigh Drive ''�r y�~���'' �`� '
lthaca, New York 14850
�ebruary 12, 1997
Caiherine Valentino
lthaca �upervis�r
126 East Seneca Strest
Ithaca, New York � 4850
Dear Ms. Valentino:
Thank you for your letter of February 8, 1997. We are interes#ed in the public
informatian meeting you mention reiated to the flooding ar�d drainage prob4ems in the
r�ortheast. Our property is of major concern to us.
Since we will be out of town an February 25th, we have asked Richard B.
Thaler to attend the meeting on our behalf. W1�en we return, we will ask Mayor
Anderson of Cayuga Heights to schedule a meeki�g with the two of you, Richard
Thaler and aurselves. Thank you.
Sincerely yours,
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BettiE Lee Yerlca
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T0: Mary Bryant
FROM' �ahn Yc�un�
DATE: February ld,
Dear Mary.
(7'own of Ithaca}
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1997
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I am writing a�� y�u sug�cstcd to follow up an our conversation yesxerciay re�arding the
vaC�ltt groperty we own aloflg wiTh some frtefls� ltx:ak��l al 1$f} W illian�s Glcn Road. {Tax
parcel 26-5-1)
This ssna[j triun�ul�r Iat sits at the northem end of Williams Gten Road where it useci w
inter�ec.-t Rerut� 96. 4� d4���� �•� ��ough thc of�icial access to Roukc 96 ha.� hecn
a�ocxe� for �y years, there es an unfl�ieiul eatension to Wiliiams Gten Ruad b�til� and
mai�tained 5y a man nameci Richazd Ber�gren th�t �Ses the aban�ane� pattiun of th� Town's
ri�ht of way �nd then �rosses our propeny and connects with Rn+rte �3fi.
If N1T. Berggren'S rUac� w�.Sn't tb�e, ouf lot prot�ably wc�ulcl be just large �uuugt� tu huild
somethin� �mall c�n, but as things sCand on the gruund, there isn't enough land le�t atter
ta�c.ing out wha# is being ���xi fr�r ��e �,nnfficiai Williams Gien Road exten5i�n.
We have uffer�l lu sell lt�C lul (wl�ie;h we purchascd �or 51,900.00 rwo years ago at a tax
sale) to the neighbors at below our co4t. �l�U ci�te, they have ntrned dow� uur affers, maiNy
hecause t�e �ues (primu�iy t�e sewer and water assessments) seem so �igh. 'i'l�e prc�pe�'tY
a�pears ta he ass�essed as if the Berggten rnad wasn't thete, in whi�h c.a5e t�e lnt might
actciaZly be bui�dable. Th�s daesn't ap�eir to be t3�e case, however.
If the Town rc�uld �et Mr. Bergf�ren to �to� usi�g the �artion of wiliiams (ilen Rc�aci that
was abandone�i y�rs agc� (�n�1 nur smat! 1nt) as if they were his own, alt of the nei�hhors
(iacluding o�tseTves) wouid certainly he overjayed. If this doesn't seern feasible, hu��e4er, it
wuul�! �c ���1 if yuu �ould ltwic at thc 1crt on thc grUund at�d sce if our a.�se�.�mcnt cuuld bc:
a�justed w refl�ct lhe situa�ic�� a4 it now start�. If thc assessment was changed zo retYr�t the
Fact that the properiy �sn't eeally buildable, the neighbars pro�ahly would ta�ce the iot, and
e4'en if it ca�'t be c�evesoped ott its own, it wrx�ld ceRaialy make a nice. adciiti�n t� their
lands.
Please let me Y►r�ow if there is ar�y additionaE informatian you will nexc# to review this matter.
1 wc►nld he hx�y m m�t vr�� out there �t some pai�t if that would �e u�eful. Tha�tic yoa
very much for yow ��terest ancf cs�nside�ration.
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March 1, 1997
Mr. Dan Walker
Town Engineer
Towr� of ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Dear Mr. Walker:
We are writing in follow-up to the Town Mee�ir�g dealing with tk�e
Northeas� drainage problem which was he�d on the evening of February
25th. We appreciate the Town Board providi�g the opportunity for us to
voice our concerns. Whiie it is apparent that there are major new
diffic�lties, we would lilce to reiterate the specific drainage problems
on our property which have existed si�ce we mo�ed into the neighborhood
in 1972. We have consukted with various people firom the Town Board
including, most rece�tly, Mr. Fred Noteboom over th� past 25 years.
The fundamental problem on our property at 313 Winthrop Drive is
twofold. Our back yard is a low spot which serves as a col�ection point
�or water draining dowr� the hill from back yards between Winthrop and
Simsbury Drives. After heavy rainfalls ar�d witl� snow melt our yard
becomes a virtuai la�ce, the exit for the water being between our propertv
and 3� 1 Winthrop to the ditch o� the south side of Wi�thfop Drive. This
egress becomes unreliablE in hea�y winters unless, as we ha�e don�
many tim�s in the past, a path for th� draining water is sho�elled
through �he snow pack.
T�e other major deficiency with the current drainage system is the
unrel�abifity of the ditches and cukverts on the south side of Wintt�rop
Drive durir�g the winter months. In wint�rs with heavy precipitation tf�e
ditches become fiEled with snow and many o� the culverts, particukariy
the one under our dri�eway, become clogged with ice. Runoff from a rapid
thaw and/or rainstorm t�erefore o�erwhelms the ditching system and,
sir�ce our dri�eway
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our house.
slopes down from Winthrop Drive to our house, we are
r jumping the ditch ar�d being diverted directiy into
As we see it, we would appreciate assistance in so��ing two concerns. 1.
Most importantly, find some solu�ion to the winter problem with the
ditching in front of our property whereby it can be relied upon to drain
water during periods of rapid ru�off. 2. Find some system to effecti�ely
drain oft the accumulating water in our back yard.
Over the years we have spent se�eral thousand dollars in attempts to
rectify wha� has always been a poor drainage� system i� our n�ighGori�ood.
Financial considerations as'tde, tt�e emotional turmoi! from anticipation
during fiooding situations has �ad untold consequences on our well-being.
As we approac� otir mid-SO's, it is becoming inreasingly difficult and
unfair for us to be forced, due to an improperly designed drainage
system, to shove� snow and slush dursng a hea�y winter rainstorm in
order to di�ert water from our property.
We anxiousty await your reply and assistance in finally finding a
permanent soiution to t�ese cor�cerns.
xc: Catherine Valentino
Fred Noteboom
Dave Klein
Sincerefy,
Wayne and Donna Schwark
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I missed the Feh. 2S mceting an sto�nwater nzanagement. I don'[ recall he�-in� about �E.
We ha�e a �vater �roblem at o�.u' home at 107 Christopher Circ�e. A 1ot of water collects in
our �ac�vard. Vic�st c�l' li�is is runoff l�ron� hous�s t� the east �alon� W�-r�en Roadl and
norih. Whiie this has been a grohlem fc�r manr• vears, it has become mzlch worse in rec:ent
years. :�iuch uf this w-;�ter e.�enl�akly finds its �r•ay lo lhc dik�h along Chrisio�her Circle bu!
somc nf it �e�s in our basemeat.
I dant' mind takin� the resgnnsibili�v #'or the r�it� and snow that falls on our vard, bul I
don'l iikc to i�ave the respc�nsi�ilitv ti�r t�� runoff from t��ur huvses �ast ��� aur properlv,
SnLn� �'OL'S�u ,t1Dl�.�1 Q� i�� 3Il� �i�'�a�S SQI�� e35t C� '�s�f'AT.1 RQc�.�a. `t��C �F iF,u'c u.-al�r �E��7
af��erts the house !o our norti� and tk�en runs on our yard.
I zvould apprec;iaie anv hclp �r ou �:ou�d ;ivc us on this problem.
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George Casier
107 C�-is�o�her Circle
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David Klcin, Cou��ilman
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As you sugges�, � am writing to fo�ma.11Y ePP� �Y assessmesrt on t�x ��+S-S-I
lacat�ed �c � 80 Vi�iriiams G�e.� �Load in the Town of Itbaca. If you cou�d prese�t my case at
the Sp� Dis�ricx Co�t#ee meeting sGb�edtxl�d fo� Sep�erubear l�t�, I would �ertainly
a�at� i�.
PAGB 2!3
�cret t�e gast year, � faave b�en in re�u�a�c comm�nicadrna w�ith your office x�egarding t�
w�+ofC�ai ext�ension to R�iYliams G�en R�d tha� has been nm throngh the midtIl� of my !dt by
�. IIeig�l�,lt�Chard B�g,�. {P1,eaae 9�e e�icIOSed �anag}�T3ris TOacI Use.S 8II abandDIIed,... ..
po�oa� Of the Town's X�ght of way for W'�Ili,�tns Gleatt lt4ad, the� take�s a sw�tc�bacic a�d c�
ac�ross �.y s�a11. �.�T �cte parcel to joiva R�t� 46.
As you bave discoveeed, getting this �- �olved Las not be�n quick or easy. Simce Mr_
�ergg�ea b�doz�ed dowa the Toa►�a's banicade so� yea� agn m bui�d his uno�cial
exte�sivn #,o 'GVi�Cams Glen Roadr th�r� �as 6ee�o� vi�rtzrally na �on � w remedy the
�it��a_ i've called �.m,�mmus tim�.s, but aobody a�er t�,an, you eve� reiurns m�y ca�s ox
s�wws any iuteres� in the sit�atio�a. The t� bi�ls, �oweve.�, b�d trpo� a�,40U assessme�t
wb�ch a�su�es tl�t my lat is bw�dable, keep com�ng lil�e cldc�:uvork
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`,_ _.�' A's we d,is�.�assed, I h�e no ob,��ction to dxe Town t� iE� �me reso�v�ing thi� matt�. ,�ll
t� me�ghb�rs I b2tve spok,e� � are a�id af 1V�r. T3eirg8ren, and X can't bla�.ee you for vvanting
eo a�voi�d a confir�nu�oa. What � wau�d like to r�quest, b�ov�rever, is t�t so X�ng as �he
Town's baFricade �.s down and t.his unoff�cicai ext�nsion of Will�ams �iea Road contint�.w
sxoss my pzap��ty, my �ak be r�l�ad to som�e �ominal level ibat �neflec� rts �Ck .of
bur�dability wader c�r�ent conditians.
�f I�an't gex �o�y a��uE ��ai1p or ba�c�e th� Town shut the Beargg�re�ot �oad
. o�.befor� it c�+os�s my pmperty, cauld � deed the �ot tio the Tcr� and avoid ha.v� t�
��e uf �etang it gb �o Ta7c Sale? I've a�ready offeted the lot t�o t�s neig�boirs, who have
� rt down, aa�i I can,'t see ti�rowiag gnod mo�ep after bad i�£ t�tis �bXeaat is�'t likely bu
be reso�ved any time soon.
P�ease feel free to c�all or wzz�e if there zs anything else � can do oa b�eip y� rea�h a d�ecisxon
in this m�t,er. A�i I am asking is tria� my asseSsment ma�c� up wrtla the re�ity of thE
sab�ation, w�ic� �s that mry �at is useiess so long as Mr. Ber�'s �of�cial exte�sion of
Wil�ti�.ms Glen Road remains vntC�iengcd. � ha�e always paid my taxe� in �e paSt, but it
j�,st do�'t seein �a�' m a�k n� to ou�u� pay�ug tax�s based upon a fa� �tent giv'en
�he siow progx�ss t�at the Ta� has �aeen ma�g dealing wi�. NCr- B�ggnen-
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A,A�'�: Septembe� �9, 1��'1 .
Dear �rred,
4 Pages
Attached Qlease find a�npy of the ari�nal de�d for my �at (26-5-1) alv�g Wi�iamS C31en
Road, draftad i�a 1945 v�►heA Xt was so�d 4� by Richa�+d Berg�are�'s pzedec�sor i� tit�e, �'�red
A. Wilcox. As pou will see on the secos�� page of this deec�, the aniy right of way e�tcegted
that crosses my ProPe�r�► is for Fall V�ew �taad (�.ow Wi�a�a� Glen Raa�j.
Aisa attaclsed is a copy of thE section of Mc. B�rggr�'s .1�58 dead sttQwing the vague x�lght
of way la�g�age whYc� he app�ars to be using tn ,�nstify c�ossing � clnsed �n Q�
W�i�iams G1�n, Road aad the�a. �y s;ma11 �ot to get ta �tou#e $9. This is very broad �anguage
designed to co�er whateves rights Fred A. Wilcox may haa� retatnec� wben he sold off the
other lots in this area. U�fortunately for 1Vir. Berggren, Mr.1�Vi�cv,� cau�t�a't �ass a�ong
anyt'�in� �e didn't �a�e, a�ad as the �9�5 deed s�aows, t��re was no atl�sr right of way
ras�an►ed ac�ross my parceI tf►en � fc�r the pubi�c road.
�f it h�S been mto�e thau �� yea�rs siu�ce �v�r. �argg�re�oi t+�z�+e d.�wn the barrier t5at m�rked D£�
the clased portion af �Villiams Gien Raar� aQd startea usi�g the right of way as i� it was bds
own, thcn i'm �rrababiy out o� luck as f�r as having a buif.dab�e l,ot. �f, �owever, i� bas been
;�y-�`�� �ess tban 21 years �nd r� �own is w�ii�ng to �]ace � ba�ri�x a;�d en:force t�a ci�ure of
'�-� d�at enc� of the road, th�n ��nay have a�sable piece of pmpe�arl�►, (As you m�nti4n�d, th�
State Highway U�partmeat shuttmg off N�r. B�r�gre�'S mad �vhexe it interse�ts Route 89
would alsa l�ve th� sa�rie favoxable efFect.)
� any case, on�e yon've �+ese�rcha� thc �ate and ci�cvmstwrx� of the closure of #h� �b�
�nd o� Willi� Gl�n Road, �opefi�lly we'll b� ab�� to e�ther g�t the Berggren �oad c�osed �
�lse I'll be �ble co get my assess�no�,at a�sted to refl�t tha s�tuation on the gmuud. In any
case, I ce�t.ainty apprec�iate all t1� �elp that both you � M�y Bry,�nnt h�ve given me, attd
hope tl�at we'Il �v which a+ay to ga w�t� tb�is i�n the near futiu+e. Tba� ag�n fnr
e�eryc�ing � ru loo� �orwa�ra to talldng �� yrn� aga�n n�exxt ��y.
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].. Aug. 1�., 1975 - Mr. FabUroni reported �ha� a profi}.e of the property
� � has been Calcen and that Mr. Richard McDowell. wil7. '
• produce a survey.
Oct. 1.3, 1975 - Mr. Fabbromi reported that Wi.�lzams G�en Road wil.l be
�r� vir�ually completed by the end of thex��k week.
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3. Dec. 8,. 1975 �� Mr. Fabbromi reported tha� tlze ����ix resxden�s on this
road seem happy w�,�h the comple�ed Town por�ion, hawever
�here seems to be prablems w��h some on a second ent�ance
along a cow pa�h (same wan� i� closed and some want i.�
�o rema�.n) Ne�.ghbors are �o settle �he affair unless i.t
concerns the Towns righ�-of-way or the new �oad.
4. Apr�.7. 12, 1976 - Resoluta.on: Town Bd. acce�ted Wi�.�.�ams G1.en Rd. as
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John F. Young & Susan M. Barnett
410 Triphammer Road �
Ithaca, N,Y. 14850
February 23, 1995
Mr. John Whitcomb
Ithaca Town 5upervisor
126 East Seneca Street
Ithaca, New York 14850
Re: Williams Glen Road
Town of Ithaca
Dear Mr. Whitcomb,
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RecentIy my wife and I got together with a friend and his wife to purchase twa small lots
along Route 9G in the Town of Ithaca.
These properties (tax garcels # 2b-4-8 and 26-5-1) were originaily one tract of land, but
appear to have been s�Iit in two at some �oint by an ext�nsion oF Williams Glen Road that is
na longer in use. We are naw interested in seeing if the Town would be willing to consider
abandonzng the portion of ihe road right of way passing thraugh our property that is no
longer in use, so that we could again com�ine anr parcels as a single tract nf land.
Accorciing to Town Engineer Dan Walker, who I spoke to earlier today, Williams Glen
Raad was once a loop road, leaving Route 96 at one enci and joining it again at the other.
Apparently the �pper intersection was cansic�ereci tno dan�erous to maintain, and the raad
there was bIocked off some years ago. At present, if you visit the property, you will find the
�avemen� ends at nur praperty, with an unoffcial "Private Road" sign posted nearby. What is
left of the old road past this point is a dirt track which eventually lea�es the official right of
way and cuts across one of our lots to get to an uno�cial intersection with Route 96. ludging
from the tracks i saw in the snaw last time I was out there, this uno�cial road doesn't get
any use in tt�e winter,�but things may be ciifferen� in the summer.
Although.our main interest at this point is in getting the right af way through our lots
.. abandoned so that we can nave a single parcel oF land again, we certainly couldn't object if
you wanted to reopen o�r end of th� road through to Route 96, as long as this would
eliininate the unofficial dirt road that crosses our southerly lot at present. Tf�is roadway leaves
us with �precious little land left on which we cauld build, and is �robabZy much more
dangerous when it is used than a proper intersectian wousd be.
If you (or somenne from your st�ft) would like to go out there ta look things over, we
would be happy to meet you on the property and show yo� f�ow things are laid o�t. I have
� J � enclosed a copy of an old survey map of our ]ots (showing them as a single unit) which
� shou[d he�p you gct your hearings if you would rather visit the property by yourself.
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-� ' � Assuming yo� feel that abandonment might be a possibility, please let me know what we
need to' do to move the process along, and I wi11 try to get things rolling. We are �Ianning to
resurvey our properiy this spring, ancl would be able to give you a map showing any
' proposed abandonment that yau migE�t think appro�riate at that time. Hopefully the process
won't be tao complicated, as we would really ]ike to get_rid vf the dirt road that people have
been us�ing tl�xough our property as saon as possible, but also dodt want to spand a fartune
doing it.
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Thank you very much for your interest and consideration in this ma�ter. I will look
forward to hearing frnm you in the near future.
Enclosure
; cc: Neal �r. Julie Robison
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Very truly yours,
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John F. Youn
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�c��gat�ble salutia�t w4ulc� �� ��ar the town ta ins�a�l an a�prag�riat�
g��.�a�c� �r��n�ge sys��m �l�a�� the �n�.i�� ��ut�i si�l� af Mapl�za�rc�ci, as �r��.1
t�re ���� side c�� Sa�c�m �nei t���ra ccav�r these pip�s wit� �al�. ��� r���
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��c�u�.r�d �c� address �his �arobl�m.
�°Y��cak yc�u far c�r�sic����.ng �P�is �e�ita.�sr�.
�incerely,
Sus�n �;ih� �nd �7ef� ��lka�r��.�z�, �.�9 Ma�a�.�woc,� Driv�
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Barbara and Allan Eaglesham, 106 Pinewood Drive
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Dave and Chris Jung,
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Dick and June Haynar,
jmm97@cornell.edu
Brady and Ainsley Nunley,
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111 Salem Drive
592-9985
107 Salem Drive
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July 15, 1999
Ms. Cathy Valentino
Town Supervisor
Town of Ithaca
126 East Seneca Street
ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Cathy:
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Ithaca College
300 Job Hall
Ithaca, NY 14850-7001
60?-274-3111
607-2?4-1500 {Fax)
Office of the President
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I enclose a copy of the remarks Tom Salm delivered at the June 3Q�' meeting of the
Tawn of Ithaca Codes and Ordinances Committee. These comments reflect the
position vf Ithaca College regarding the town's proposal to re-zone three areas within
the South Hill area to Conservation Zane.
Independent of the proposal, we have begun the process of developing a master plan
for the campus. It is critical that we do that as a prelude to future decisions we face.
The timing of your proposal is unfortunate since we cannot adequately respond to your
ideas until we have done some planning and assessment of our future land use needs.
As we begin work on our master plan, we look forward to ongoing discussians with you.
If you would like to get together, I wauld be pleased to meet with you.
Sincerely,
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Peggy R. Williams
President
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Enclasure
cc: Thomas Salm, Vice President for Business Affairs
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Prepared By:
Thomas R. Salm
Ithaca College
June 30, 1999
Town o# Ifhaca`s Proposed Establishment of a South Hill Swamp
Conservatian Zone
Approximately six weeks ago, Ithaca College received its first copy of the Town
of Ithaca Conservation Board's report on the South Hill Swamp and
recammendation for establishment of a Conservation Zone. I met with Tawn
afficials on June 1 �, 1999 to inform them of our preliminary reaction ta the report.
In a word, the College is shacked with this propasa( which, through numerous
restrictions, would effectively preclude the Col(ege from using any of its
undeveloped land for its educational purposes. Thus, at this point in time, with
very limited opportunity to understand the report, the definitions within the report,
and if, in fact, all College develapment would be precluded, we must strenuously
abject to the inclusion of any of the College's properties in the proposed
Conservation Zone.
Let me try to put some context around the College's thinking conceming its land-
holdings on South Hill:
First, the College wishes to be a good neighbor in the Town, the County, and the
State. We are well aware of some of the natural treasures existing an land
owned by the College on South Hill. For instance, we know that the College's
24-acre parcel of land near King Road is a critical part of the Clausen swamp.
We have never seriously considered development in that area for that reason
alone. What we find alarming is that the euphemism of the swamp has been
used ta e�end far beyond the safety protection zones needed for the Clausen
swamp. The report's proposal for conservatian of the swamp, combined with a
buffer zone and suggestians that there are unspecified areas yet ta be explored,
appears to consume not aniy the 52°l� of land included in the proposed
Conservation Zone but virtually all of the rest of the College's landholdings.
Secand, in order not ta encroach on some af these sensitive areas, the College
has limited its campus grawth largely to the 250-acre parcel on which most of our
buildings currently stand. There is growing criticism that building density has
eliminated too much green area in the central campus. Completion of three new
buildings recently resulted in numerous comments about the lack af green space
today. Further develapment will undoubtedly be necessary, and we must look at
some of aur undevelaped land for such things as academic and residential
buildings, additional indoor and outdoor space for student recreation, practice,
and competitive sports as well as facilities for sueh infrastructure needs as
warehousing, craft shops, printing facility, etc.
I mention these items to remind people that the College must continue to change
and grow to remain competitive. Sorne of the functions mentioned abave can be
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included in the already developed parcels af land, but others cannot. We have
always taken seriously the Town's request that we stay away from development
af our lands to the narth of aur main campus raad so as not to encroach on our
Danby and Coddington Raad neighbors. Again, we have tried ta be goad
neighbors, both to the narth and to the south, by confining our development to a
limited portion of our landholdings. It is not possible for us to do that farever and
we must shepherd our land resources for future generations that will be coming
ta Ithaca College.
Third, and maybe mast important, it has been our understanding that the Town of
Ithaca was interested in developing an education zone to reflect the inapprapriate
zoning that currently exists far the Callege. Ithaca Callege has now existed on
South Hill far almost 4Q years. We concur that it is time that the Town zoning
plan be changed to recagnize our existence.
Furthermore, we have had some discussians with the Town about the
development of a generic environmental impact statement for the College and
the Town. Dating back to about 1990, the College undertook a Master Plan
study that resufted in a number of new buildings, relocation of our main campus
road, and renovation of numerous existing buildings. About two years ago, I told
Jan Kanter, Town Planner, that we would begin ta update the Master Plan, and
we concluded that would be a logical beginning point for joint consideration af an
education zone and passibly a generic environmental impact review. We have
not been able to move as quickly as we had hoped an the Master Plan, but are
now under way. Our planning, coupled with appropriate review and
consideration of the educatian zone and the GEIS, certainly should precede
inclusion of any portion of College properties in a restric#ive Conservation Zone.
Fourth, the Conservation Baard's report raises more questians than it answers.
We simply need mare time to review and study the report. The College will want
to hire iis own consul#ants to review the 1997 Tawn inventory of the Sauth Hill
unique natural area. The Canservation Baard report makes numerous
references to a 1983 repart that may well contain outdated infarmatian. We are
further concemed that throughout the rep�rt are statements that wauld provide
grounds for opposition to uti(ization of College land for any human purpose
whatsoever. Certainly some of these concems rise from our lack af
understanding of terminalogy and ratings of such things as rare and scarce plant
species. But, references to undesignated buffer zanes, calls for further studies to
uncover yet more treasures and thus justify maybe even a broader canservation
zane appear to say "Ithaca Gollege you are not welcome on your own land"!
I have gone on longer than you probably wished for an information meeting. I
hope, howeuer, that I have conveyed the College's extreme concem about the
lass of use of College praperty for College purposes. We congratulate the
Conservation Baard's concem for protecting the College's and the Tawn's natural
resources, but the report cannot be acted upon in isolation. Much like the South
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Hill natural area is a community asset so is ithaca College in terms of its
economic, educational, social, and cultural contributions to the community.
We are troubled by such broad language as "preclude further development" and
"setting aside the majority af SHS as a natural area" as is found on Page 16 of
the report. We need sufficient time to understand the intent of such phrases; to
undertake our own inventory; to develop the Master Plan and to explore with the
Town the issues of an educatian zone and a passibly a generic environmental
impact review, if apprapriate.
Therefore, the College requests that none of its property be included in the
Conservation Zone until this work is complete and questions are answered. We
simply cannat accept the Canservation Advisory Board's report or covperate with
the Town if it proceeds with this designation prior ta reasonable review of the
questions I have raised.
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th�ir fi�al rep+�rt. As ycsu �an s�� in their q�tter, scsrr7e c�f �R�e surv�� �nappir�g �c�r
�r���ac��G� s�r�aa�l� �e c�m�l�t� r��r�. �.�t"s di�cu�s v�ha� �+�aeks �c�� b�th �i us iru tierr�s �f
� t��g�t c9at� far g�ttir�� thMngs c�c�ru�.
��cc,r�d„ y�u as�Ced that I��c�f'rr� iru writing the Cfllle�e's pr�rrr6se r��at tc� se�k ��wr�
app��vaU far �rr}r �nNl��� d�v�lapr�e�rt wi�thur� t#�e cc�ntest�d �r�� untiV such '�ime �s rr,r�
9��.v� �c��npl�t�d raur jaint �vark ca� d�marc�tin� thue C�n��er��t�ar� �+�r��e. `Cher���re, I�t
m� �canFirrr� �I��t the ��Ilege wilN prapc�se na devep�prn�cut wi�hi�a �h� li�nit:s �� the
t�rrt�tive CQ�s�rv�tian ;�c��e dur-irr� ��!f��, uvh��F� shc�uVd b� r���� ti��n su�ffEcient td�e t�
��r��l�t� �aue jaqn� ir�v��tig�tic�n. Fr���ly, Cat�uy, tha� is ��sy far us tr� da �e���as� w�
r���dt tcr �c�rr�pl��� ��ar �"last�r P'lan that vtirull �r��c�rr� us a�n th� bes� �Rternatives ��ar fut�r�
gc�v+r�B�. V� is c�nc��v�tal� �k��t �h�� �rl�n �+,riltl conclud� t��t futur� d���l�r�mr��nt �� best iin
�re�.� ��9��:r tl�a� the pr�rptas�d ar�u��r I�iOI �war�p Cc��se�vati�n Zane. �u� discussicrrrs
a�nc� �ur s�urv��r �+�IV c��t�inly ir��6ud� ��rious cansid�r�tian �f �II ���r�ct� �af the
���t���at'rc�n �ac�e pr�a�a��l.
�i�ally, y��a h�d �sked r�� �a guv� ycau� f�e�dback r�r� �cay que�ti�r�� ���t � mught hav� ar�
the ��ap�ased languag�� fc�r th,� �crn��rvatian �+�ne. �Jnd�r s�p�arat� cov�c I hav�
di�t�t�d a lett�r t� J�rr �anter �aising ��rn� qu�,��uc�ns ar�d� a�kic�g abau.at pcassil�l�
changes. 9 arru att��hiru� � c�py caf th�t I�tt�r far yc�u� �nfaema�uan.
Again, my thanks for working with the College on the evaluation and surveys for the
Conservation Zane. I will be happy ta meet with you and the other members of yaur
ad-hoc committee for further discussions, if you deem that useful. Please let me know
how you wish to proceed from this point forward.
Sincerely,
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Thomas R. Salm
Vice President for Business
and Administratius Affairs
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John Homa, Jr., President
50 �udlowville Raad
Lansing, New York 14882-9023
Phone: (607) 533•8801
ICHTHY4LOGICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH AND CONSU�TING
I}ecember 13, 1999
To: Mr. Peter Trowbridge
Trowbridge and Wolf, Landscape Architects and Environmental Planners
1345 Mecklenburg Road
Ithaca, New York 148SQ
Re: Schetiute fnr tne Ithaca Coilege Bi�iogicaf Survey
The purpose of this letter is to report on our progress in conducting the Ithaca Co�lege Biolagical
Survey during 1999 and schedule for 2000. We have cornpleted all of the �eld wark for the fall of
1999, which includes all of the field work for the wetland identification study. We have subrnitted
the draft interim vegetation repart for your review (dated November 4, 1999, and including a
discussion of managernent cansiderations and strategies )and the draft interim faunal report (dated
November 17, 19�). We were just notified that T. G. Miller surveyors have now completed
surveyin� of ihe flagged wetlands and we are planning on completing a draft report on wetland
identi�cations by Decernber 17, 1999. This date estimate is based on the assumprion that we will
have area determinations from Miller's in tirne to include in the draft. If this data is not available
by that date, we will submit the interim and supplement tha repaR with the wetland acreage values
when they becarne available.
1Vlore data will be collected in May and June 200Q for the faunal and vegetation surveys to be
completed by �June 15, 1999. According to our Scope of Work dated July 30, 1999, we have
comrnitted to providing the HC�LT team with draft �nal faunal and vegetation reports by July 31,
1999. Within two weeks %llowing reception of the HULT's cornments, we will submit a draft
final rePort far review by Ithaca College. Within two weeks of recegtion of the college's
comments, we will subrnit a final report.
Please feel frec to call if thcre are any questians.
Sincerely yours,
ICHTHYOLOGICAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
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Madelyn taffor lase, PhD
Senior Ecolo,�ist
cc. J. Homa, IA
MSG99-1/M-Y7'129
An Equal Opportunity Employer
REPRESENTATIVE SERVIGES: 1. Aquatic arsd terrestrial studies (biological and physical►. 2. Fsh protection, rescue, and diversion
systems (development, application, and r►todification of ladders, fifts, and traveling screens and screening experimentation). 3. Formal
response tn regulatory agency requvements. 4. Site selectio�tassessment studies. 5. tnsheam flow and water temperature modeC�ng.
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February 2, 2000
Mr. Jon Kanter, Town Planner
Town of Ithaca
126 E. Seneca St.
Ithaca, NY 14850
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325 ,lob Hall
ithaca, NY 14850-7008
(607) 274-3285
Vice Presidentfar
Business and Administrative Affairs
Thanks far giving me an opportunity ta review the proposed Conservation Zane's
language. 1 have read it very carefully, and as you have pointed out, many of the items
are things that are a(ready considered in the normal course of a site plan review. What
follows is in part my need far elarification or more information and, in a couple of cases,
requests for consideratian for somewhat less restrictive language.
My comments and questians fallow the numeric form of the sections.
Sectian 500 - No qusstians or camments.
Section 501 - No questions ar camments.
Section 502 - Jon, we appreciate the proposal to add the word "College" as one of the
principal uses upon receipt of a special permit. I have two questions. First, is this
language intended to be general language for all conservation zones or just specifically
for the South Hill Conservation Zone? The reason I ask is if it is general language, I am
not sure that you would want to include College for all conservation zones. Secand, I
understand why the College requires a special permit through planning approval, but I
am wondering what would happen if we end up with an institutional zone that included
part of the Conservation Zone. Would special permits be required within an educational
zone? Maybe these are totally unrelated, but I am wondering if we need to anticipate
anything since, at some point, an institutianal zone will become a question.
Section 503 - Can you tell me what goes in the blank following "...the pracedures
contained in "?
1. Is there any way to reconcile the goals and objectives af the Canservation
Zone and thase of Ithaca College? This may seem like a silly question, but
the purpose statement is so broadly written that it would be easy to argue that
any kind of College develapment would be inconsistent with the gaals and
objectives of the Conservation Zane. Is any kind of language clarification
possible?
4. Can you explain "...are designed to minimize the increase in impenrious
surfaces on the site."? The reason I ask is that I would want to make sure we
had appropriate, not excessive, parking to support whatever functian we
might locate in the area. Is this likely to be consistent with other rules of
thumb on parking, or does this have some special meaning?
Section 504 - No questions ar comments.
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Town Supervisor Ithaca, Mr �4�so
Catherine Valentino i2� E. Seneca St.
b07-273-I 721
Agri13, 2000
Thomas R. Salm
Yice President for Business and Administrative Affairs
Job Hall
Ithaca Callege
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Follaw-up on Proposed South Hill Conservation Zone
Dear Tam:
Thank you far your letter dated February 2, 2000, regarding the timeframe for enactment of the
Town's proposed South Hill Conservation Zone. As I understand it, Ithaca Callege's
environmental consultants, Ichthyological Associates, will be conducting additianal wildlife and
vegetation surveys to be completed by June 15, 20{)0. Rather than waiting until those are
finalized into regorts, I would grefer that we set up a meeting at the earliest possible time after
those follow-up studies are done to discuss the details of those studies and ta evaluate how they
relate to the iindings af the Town's South Hill Swamp Repart (March 18,1999). The Town
Board had indicated previously that they would be willing ta hold aff an enacting the
Conservation Zone until June ar so to give Ithaca College time to camplete its environmental
studies. Why don't we target the end of June or beginning of July to resume our discussions of
the area ecalogy, so that we can update the Tovm Baard on aur progress saan after that. My hoge
is that we can complete our discussions with Ithaca Callege before the end af August. At the
very latest, the Town Board will want to resume its consideration of enacting the Conservation
Zone in Septeml3er.
I appreciate your written confirmation that Ithaca College will not seek approvals for any
development in the praposed Canservatian Zone area during 2Q0f}. Meanwhile, the Town looks
forward ta working with Ithaca Callege on its long range Master Plan.
Please let me know as soon as you hear from your consultants regarding their completion of the
environmental studies so that we can set�up a time to meet to discuss this further.
Sincerely,
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the highest elevations in the Town. These wooded hillsides on South Hili are a prominent fea#ure
and visible from many surrounding areas in the Town. In ouilining the boundaries of the propased
Conservation zane, the Toum took ail of these factors into consideration, and determined that the
area identified should be considered as a contiguous, vibrant ecosystem with remarkable scenic
beau#y.
In the context of the above, the Tawn looks forward to working with Ithaca College on its long-range
master plan to ensure the schooPs long-term viability on SQuth HiIL The Town is amenable to
considering the possibiiity of establishing new lnstitutionai or Educatianal z�ning that could be
tailored more specifically to the needs o# #he College, and might help #o expedite the development
review and approval process on same of the Coilege's land holdings. We believe that the proposed
re-zoning of porti�ns of the �outh Hill to Conservation zon� is consistent with the additional
objectives of working with Ithaca Callege an its master plan and pursuing the possibility of an
Institutional or Educational zone.
1Ne eagerly await the opportunity to work with your cansultan#s regarding the results of the�r
environmental studies. We would like #o campare the results of their wark with that done by aur
Consenration Board, and then make some decisions on whether modifications to the ariginal
proposed Conservatian zone boundaries would be appropriate. We would like to bring this matter
back ta the Town Board as soon as possible. Thank you fo� your continuing caopera#ion.
Sincerely,
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Catherine Valen#ino, Supervisor
cc. Town Board
Tom Salm, Vice President for Business Affairs
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MessageType: Complaint
Subject: Facilities
SubjectOther: Eastern Heights Park
Username: J. Scott Newton
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Comments:
Gaod morning. I have concerns (once again) with the misuse of Eastern
Heights Park, and the disregard for the rules and regulations. Since
Hiqh School has let out for the year last week, there have been constant
parties with laad music and underage drinking, and possibly drug use, at
the park after hours. There is the "early" party (9-11 PM} and the
"late" party (12-2 AM). There also is trash left in the lawns, parkinq
areas and thrown into the "woods" near the parking areas. One evening, a
small bonfire was startecl in the parking lot, and the evidence is still
present!! The rules and regulations posted at bath entrances to the park
stated that the park closes 30 minutes past dusk and that alcohol is
prohibited. This activity does not only pertain to late evenings, but
during the late afternoon and early evening hours. I have seen and heard
battles beinq tossed inta the woods, and have approached and requested
the individuals to pick-up with little resistance. Occasianally, I do
receive some resistance and I copy down license plate numbers, or if
they become belligerent, I mention that I will contact the Sheriff or
take pictures, and my requests are then honored.
I have cantacted the Sheriffs Department twice since 6/19, and respond
when they can. They are very busy and there no doubt more serious issues
which take priority. They did arrive on 6/21 and I expressed my concerns
with them, and they approached the individuals and dispersed the crawds.
Occasionally, the parties have dispersed by the time they arrive, due to
priorities. Last evening, 6/22, after graduation and after the
thunderstarms subsided, the parties resumed. This morning there are beer
bottles and other trash on the lawns, parking areas and in the woods by
the upper parking lot adjacent to the soccer field. The Parks Department
does a wanderful job an rnaintaining the park, has way too much ta do
with limited resources, and shauld not be required to patrol the area on
a daily basis to pick-up after these individuals.
Since the new Noise Ordinance was instituted recently in the Town of
Ithaca, ALL residents, not just South Hill residents, should not be
subjec�ed ta the constant load music and parties which occur. I will
continue to cantact the Sheriff when it becomes unbearable, but would
like same assistance from the Ton af Ithaca. In the past, I have been
infarmed to cantact the Sheriff by Town officials, since there is not
much they can do. The constant naise, garbage and parting is not the
anly issues, but the major ones. Individuals are STILL using the
entrance aff af Tudar for a through road, as they continue to drive
around the fence at the top of the driveway an the qrass, and exit on to
Skyvue. And vice-versa.
This does not include the 3 times that my mailbax has been run over or
pulled fram the ground. Each time I have contacted the Sheriff and filed
a complaint. They stata that it is difficult to catch the individuals
unless they are caught doing the act. There also is the speed of the
vehicles up and down Tudor Road, and into and out of the park is alsa a
huge issue, with no concern far the neighborhaod. There have been
incidents where I was coming hame up the hill and a vehicle was speeding
down the hill and caused me to go off the road an ta a lawn.
Is there any assistance that the Town of Ithaca can provide to address
my issues? Maybe contact the Sheriff and ask for routine patrols?
Possibly close off access to the parking lots, as a last resort? As in
the past but never received, a response will be qreatly appreciated.
Also, as requested in the past but never honored, I would like a Town
Board member to contact me concerning my issues and affer any
suggestions on how to correct/curb these angoing and never-ending
issues.
Thank you for your time and consideratian.
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The prefened alternative features a bridge width that can accommodate four (anes of traffic, but only
three lanes will be accupied by vehicles. Previously, the Town had suggested that we build a three lane
bridge as a final section. If a three lane bridge is built adjacent to the existing bridge, the degree af the
centerline shift is rnuch greater than the shift associated with building a wider structure. Given the
existing curvature on Route 366, the lesser centerline shift results in impraved Raute 366 al'rgnment and
a flatter grade on Judd Falls Road. The new bridge will be 56' wide and the lanes and shoulders wiil be
designated to accommvdate two (6') shoulders, one ( 11') through lane in each direction , one (11') left
turn lane on Route 366 westbound will extend across the new bridge, and ane (11') wide section of
pavement wiil be hatched out between the eastbound lane and the westbound left turn lane.
2} Judd Falls Raad {JFR) realignment - Any alternative to replace the Route 366 bridge with a northerly
shift of the centerline causes the need to reconstruct the JFR intersection with Raute 366 due to the
downgade of JFR . The preferred alternative features the relocation of the JFR intersection with Route
366, to the east approximately 200' from the existing lacation. The eastern shift of the JFR raadbed
fallaws the existing hillside contour and results in a smooth connection to Route 366. The added
distance between the intersections allaws an increased left turn lane starage length for the westbound
vehicles on Route 366 turning southbound onta Pine Tree Road. A left turn lane will be provided for
eastbound veh'retes on Route 366 turning northbound onto relocated JFR. This turn lane will begin on
the east end of the new bridge and will accommodate nine cars. The proposed raadway width will not
preclude the Town's ability ta redirect traffic on JFR as one-way southbound or northbound in the future.
Yau raised the issue regarding the sight distance for vehicles entering Route 366 from relocated JFR.
The sight distanee would be decreased, but still conforms ta allowable design standard length. The sight
tirne is estimated to be approximately 10 seconds, and the distance is approximately 625' uphill to the
east. The added benefit of the level grade for the connection at the Route 366 intersection is a
cansiderable safety irnprovement. Relacated JFR would cantinue to intersect Carnpus Road as it exists.
3) Fedestrian and Bicyclist Accommodatian - There aze twa options that are available for the safe
passage of pedestrians and bicyclists to be buiit as part of the permanent features. Please note that
pedestrian traffic wiil be maintained during the period of construction under both options presented
below.
tion 1 includes construction of one 5' wide sidewalk on the north side of the new bridge. The walk
wauld extend from the Wilson Lab Drive entrance at Route 3b6 and end at the east end of the new bridge
as it would transition to the 6' shoulder area being constructed. The abandoned roadbed of JFR would be
left in place for aecess to Corne11's Campus Road. The sidewalk would increase the bridge width to 51'.
During constructian, two 5' shoulders would be pravided to accommodate gedestrians and bicyclists.
Option 2 includes the construction of a separate bridge structure spanning Cascadilla Creek downstream
and in between the new highway bridge and the Wilson Lab Drive bridge. The ped/bike bridge wauld be
built 10' wide to allow both pedestr'rans and bikers to use the facility. A cannectian of paved trail would
lead from Wilson Lab Drive to the new bridge and then proceed to the east to cannect to the abandoned
roadbed of JFR to allow the users direct access to Cornell's Campus Road. No sidewallc would be
canstructed on the highway bridge. This aption was developed in response to the Town and the
bicyclists' outgouring of comments regarding the safety of gedestrians and bicyclists as they travel
between Pine Tree Raad and the Cornell campus. During canstruction, the separate ped/bike bridge
would be c�nstructed prior to beginning wark an the highway bridge and restriction of the travel way
width associatad with the stage constructian.
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Cathy
From: Jason Demarest [jason@tdarchitects.com]
Sent: Friday, July 29, 2005 3:35 PM
To: Cathy
Subject: Cornell/Town Transpartation Study
Cathy,
I read about the transportatian study that was launched last month in a joint effort between the tawn and Corneil
and would be interested in serving on any committees or providing consulting services. Planning and traffic
issues are a constant part of my daily rautine and I have a!ot of ideas about traffic mitigation. 1 can also provide
computer modeling {both voluntesr and law cost) of growih scenarias far the hypothetical studies that are
planned. Please let me know how i can help.
Thanks,
Jason K. Demarest, AIA
Tallman & Demarest Architects, LLP
301 S. Geneva St.
Suite 101
Ithaca, NY 14850
Mobile: 607.351.0091
Office: 607.330.4555
Fax: B07.330.4508
www.tdarchitects.com
8/1/2005
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Cathy
From: Deb Cowan [cowan2222@hotmail.com]
5ent: Wednesday, November 30, 2005 7:14 PM
To: dsk11@cornell.edu; mak11@cornell.edu; Cathy; cgrigoro@finrcny.rr.com; hjel@cornell.edu;
Sandra_Gitt@yahoo.com; willburbank'(,_,a�finrcny.rr.com; William Lesser; pcs1@camell.edu
Subject: Hanshaw Road reconstruction
My neighbor, Sylvia Wahl, of 1426 Hanshaw Road, does not have email and asleed me to send the
foliowing ta yau:
To: Hanshaw Road Neighbors, Caunty and Town
Qfficials, and Consultants
From: Sylvia Wahl 1426 Hanshaw Road
Re: Protecting our trees during Hanshaw Rd
reconstruction
I spoke to a Cooperative Extension agent abaut the possible impact an aur trees of the road
reconstruction. She told me that in arder to better protect the roots, drainage pipes {under the
swales} can be inserted harizontally --from the side--rather than from the top. By using
this procedure the roots are less disturbed or damaged.
Even though this method would cost more, it would be worth the additional cast ta protect the
trees. Given the many benefits that urban trees provide--environmental, ecanamic, social, etc.--I
ask that you continue to do everything possibie to help us protect our trees.
Thank you.
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advise me as to whom I should contact.
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the road, much like the ones posted on either side of highway 13 coming
into Ithaca. Semi-truck traffic has increased on the highway and pasted
noise limits combined with a lower speed limi� may alsa help with same
of the noise issues tha� this neighborhoad is experiencing.
Thank you very much very your concern and action.
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?OWN CLERK 273-1721 HIGHWAY {Roads, Parks, Trails, Water &Sewer) 273-1656 ENCiINEERiNG 273-1747
PLANNING 273-1 T47 ZANING 273•1783
FAX (60`7} 273-1704
December 11, 2006
Darcy Binns, President
Farest Home Impravement Assaciation
320 Forest Home Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Forest Home Traffic Calming Plan
Dear 1VIs. Binns:
As Supervisor of the Town of Ithaca and Chair of the Town's Capital Projects and Fiscal Planning
Cammittee, I arn writing to ask far your help in sending us a copy of the Forest Harne Traffic Calrning
Plan and in working with the Town in campleting that Plan. It has been aver ane-and-a-half years since
we have heard anything about the Draft Plan when Forest Hame held a series of workshops in early
March 20Q5. As I am sure you knaw, the Plan was initiated a number of years earlier, and the Town of
Ithaca contributed funds toward the preparation af the Plan.
The Capital Projects and Fiscal Planning Committee has been cantemplating a reconstruction project for
Forest Home Drive far several years, and each year that praject has been deferred in part because we
have no information regarding the Traffic Calming Plan. The Forest Horne Drive project is currently
scheduled far 2010 in the Capital Improvement Pragam. It has come to a point at which the Town
needs the information in the Traf�'ic Calming Plan if we are going to be able to incarporate e]ements of
that Plan into the Forest Home Drive praject. In addition, if there are other elements of the Plan outside
of the limits of the Forest Home Drive praject, which would be eligible for Tawn funding, the Town
will need that informarion to factor into the Capital Improvement Program.
It has been frustrating that the Plan has taken so lang to camplete, and that the Town has nat been part
of the process of finalizing the Plan up ta thispoint. I would appreciate anything you can do to help
move this pracess to completian and to get us a copy of the Plan as early in January as possible so that
we can begin ta consider elements af the Flan in the Capital Projects Committee's work, which will
begin in January 2007. If it would be helpful, the Town would be happy to participate with the Forest
Home Improvement Association in holding additional workshaps with the cornrnunity after we have had
time to review the details af the Plan. Thanks in advance for your help.
Sincerely, �1���� n�'�-i-vz.��
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Supervisor C y Valentino
Town of Ithaca
cc: Jonathan Kanter, Directar of Planning
Fred Noteboorn, Highway Superintendant
Dan Walker, Director of Engineering
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TOMPKINS COUNTY HIGHWAY DIVISION
170 Bostwick Road,.ithaca, NY 14850
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FAX 607-272-84$9
February 27, 2007
Dianna L. Graser, PE
NYSDOT
Transportatian System Operations Engineer
333 East tlVash.ington Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
Re: Schaol Speed �ane Request
Dear Ms. Graser,
Please find enciosed a request for a schaal speed zone on Coddington Road, in the
Town of Ithaca. The appropriate TE 9a and the supparting Resalution are submitted for
your review and action.
Please do not hesitate to contact me, at (607) 2'74-0340, if I can assist further in
your deternunation.
Sincerely,
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Fred Noteboom, Town of Ithaca Highway Superintendent
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February 21, 2007
TUWN C�F ITHACA
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT {j
106 SEVEN MI�E DRIVE, ITHACA, N.Y. 14850
publicworks@town.ithaca.ny.us �
Regional Traffic Engineer
Region No. 3
Department of Transportation
333 E. Washington Street
Syracuse, Njl 13202
Sir or Madam:
Roads, Parks, Trails, Sewer, and Water
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The Tawn Board af the Town of Ithaca, by a resolution adQpted February 12, 2007, and
the County Superintendent af Highways of the County of Tompkins, hereby request the
Department of Transpvrtatian, pursuant to Section 2622.1 of the Vehicle and Traffic
Law, to establish a schaol speed zone at which vehicles may proceed an Coddington
Raad, a County Road in the area of the Coddington Road Community �enter which is
located at 920 Coddington Road.
Upon receipt of the notice that the regulation herein requested has been established, the
County o# Tompkins will provide, install and maintain signs in accordance wiih the
Vehicle and Traffic Law and conEorming to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Cantrol
Devices af the Department of Transportation.
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Refetred to:
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2007
TB RESOLUTION N�. 2007-029: Schoal Speed Zone Rectuest
WHEREAS, the Town of Ithaca has received a request from the Coddington Road
Gommunity Genter and the parents, who are sending their children tQ the center, for a
school speed zone an Coddington Road, and;
WHEREAS, the request is being made because children walk and ride bicycles ta and
from the Community Center and hills and curves produce paor sight distance in the area
of the Community Center; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Committee has reviewed and supports this request, and
now therefore be it,
RESOLVED, the governing Town Board of the Town of Ithaca does hereby request that
Tompkins County forward to New York State Department of Transportation Traffic
Safet}r Division a request to establish a school speed zane limit on Coddington Road.
MOVED: Councilman Engman
SECQNDED: Supervisor Valentina
VOTE: Supervisor Vafentino, aye; Councilman Burbank, aye; Councilman Engrnan,
aye; Councilman Stein, aye; Councilman Cowie, aye; Councilwoman Leary, aye,
Motion carried.
ABSENT: Councilwoman Gittelman.
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TRtIE GOPY OF A PFSO�UTiQv AOOPTED 8Y iHF..
TOWN QOARD OF Ti-iE TOWN �F {THACA,
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CARL F. FORD, P.E.
REGIONAL DIRECTOR
Mr. Dale Bryner
689 Coddingtan Raad
Ithaca, New York 14850
Dear Mr. Bryner:
STATE OF NEW YORK
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPURTATION
REGION THREE
333 E. WASHINGTON STREET
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202
www.dot.state.ny.us
May 3, 200�
RE: Caddingtan Road Praject
ASTRID C_ G�YNN
ACTING COMMISSIONER
Thank you for your March 30'E' letter. The State Department of Transportation (DOT} and the
County DC}T are pleased that you toak the time to visit with us canceming the Coddington Road project on
March 24`�. Your letter contains many questions pertaining to this meeting, that will be addressed based on
the order discussed.
First, you indicate that it is "impossible for residents to camment fully" when "even the project
limits have not been established". This project has evolved since its inception and the public has been part
of that evolution process. At the last public rneeting held an December 11, 2006 the County indicated that
they needed to defer the northern portion of the project due to insufficient funding to complete that section
of the highway. The county shared with the public the general limits af work that they would like to put
inta construction first. Refinernent of the highway work iimits will occur as the County and their consultant
proceed into the final design phases of the project. We do nat expect this refinement ta result in any
significant changes that would adversely impact property awners or the traveling public. �The current
project repart of record is the Draft Scoping/Design Repart dated December 2005. This draft report does
not reflect the revised project limits ar how the County plans to minimize impacts to the property owners.
Property impact reduction changes as a result of public input include, instaliatian of gutters and including
them in the shoulder width, installation of retaining walls, and building less than standard highway
profiles. All of these items are the result of public involvement and will be incorporated in the Final
Design Report. This repart will be made available far public comment when the document has been ..
updated with the most recent informatian. The County has held multiple public meetings on this project to
try and build consensus on rnany of the controversial transportation issues.
Second, you inquire as to "when the decision on the scope of the environmental review will be
made and by wham". This project must follow both the State Environmental Quality Review Act
(SEQR.A} and the National Envzronmental Policy Act (NEPA}. NEPA and SEQR are required as both
Federal and State funds are being used to progress this job. Each act has separate sets ofrequirements, but
in general the NEPA laws satisfy the SEQRA requirements. The environmental determinations are made
once the feasible alternatives are eval�aated and environmental impacts determined. The design report
document needs to address any environmenta.l concerns that are cavered under NEPA or SEQR. The
County, the Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration in coordination with
other participating agencies (DEC, Army Corp. af Engineers, SHF4, etc.} must agree with the
environntental determination.
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Salvatore Grippi
9 Qrchard Hiil Raad
Ithaca, NY 1485Q
Dear Mr. Grippi:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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333 EAST WASHINGTON STREET
SYRACUSE, NY 13207
www.nysdot.gov
ASTRID C. G�YNN
ACTING COMMlSSIONER
August 10, 2()07
RE: lidUTE 96 RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY
TOWN OF ITHACA,
TOMPKINS COUNTY
This letter is in response to your correspondence dated August 6�', 2007, and as a result of
the meeting with �Keith Van Gorder of this office at the intersection of Hayt's Road and I�tYS
Route 96 in the Town of Ithaca on Friday, August 3"�.
As we understand it, circumstances beyond yaur control may force the closing of your
current driveway along Hayt's road, farcing the everyday use af the existing driveway along
Route 96 {Trurnansburg Road) near its intersection with Hayt's road to access yaur property.
We have several concems with the possibility of this becoming yaur sole access to the
properiy, including the following: �
1. Although we have done no formal reseazch of the intersection, there may also
be same significant accident history at this location accarding to your
documents, including a previous accident history of the intersection from the
early 1990's.
2. Assuming the current drive along Hayt's raad is rendered unusable, the
Department cannot farcibly close your current driveway alang Raute 96 as this
would permanently deny you with access to your own property, essentially
relegating it to a landlacked parcel.
3. The 75' (+/_} distance from the driveway to Hayt's road is well shart of the
150 recarnrnended distance from an intersection to a driveway.
4. The grade of Route 96 increases stapping sight distance, and the grade and
alignment angle of Hayt's raad results in paor visibility when approaching the
intersection with Route 96.
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Mr. Salvatore Grippi
Given these factors, we fumly believe that yau shauld gursue any ather alternatives
available to access your property other than using the drive alang State Raute 96 for everyday
accessibility.
If you have any further questions or cornments canceming the abave, you rnay contact
Keith Van Corder of this office at (607) 756-7072.
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Sincerely,
TANLEY J. BIRCHENOUGH
RE3IDENT ENGINEER .
CORTLANDlTC}MPKINS RESIDENCY
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www.town. ithaca.ny.us
TOWN CLERK 273-1T21 HIGHWAY (Roads, Parks, Trails, Water B�Sewer) 273-1656 ENGINEERING 273-1747
PLANNING 273-1747 ZOPIING 27&1783
FAX (60�) 273-1704
February 16, 2006
Adam R. Schaye . �
Miller Mayer, LLP
202 East State Street, Suite 700
Ithaca, NY 14850
Re: Springwood Townhomes .
Deaz Mr. Schaye:: . ' '
Ttie Town Clerk forwarded your letter dated February 9, 200G and the attached Notice of Claim regarding
Springwaad Tovvfl Hames to me for a response. �'
On November 27�' and 28�' a Town of Ithaca water main was repaired and during the course of the work a_
partion af Mr. Monkemeyer's driveway was cut and removed. The easement for the water main allaws the
Town access to repair the water main under the condition that disturbed areas are to be restored within a
reasonable time periad. The Town's practice for winter water main repair work under paved areas is to
backfill the excavatian with compacted gravel and crushed stone and then to place a temporary cold patch
in the paved area. Dae to the nature af a water mairi break there is usually subsequent settling of the fill
material and the final hot asphalt, patch is usually not applied immediately to allow the excavation to
stabilize over a period of a week or two. Water main repairs that.occur in the winter months cannat have
the permanent patch applied unril spring when tt�ere is no frost in the graund and hat asphalt is available.
During the time tliat the temparary patch is in place Town staff monitor the repair periodically and ensure '
that any settlement or crumbling is regaired. We understand that winter weather and snow removal can
result in a failure of the patch, and the Town responds immsdiately if the property owner discovers a
problem and notifies the Town's Public V�orks Department at 2'73-1556. To my knowledge no contact was
made to the Town regarding an immediate problem prior to this Notice of Claim.
The Town of Ithaca has made several repairs on the subject property in past years and has always restored
the property. Based an this we assumed that Mr. Monkemeyer was aware of the Tawn's repair process and
no special cantact was made with him regarding the repair schedule.
Town Staf� will contact Mr. Monkerneyer priar to the final repair work this spring to ensure that finished
product is adequate. Please contact the Public Works Department at 273-1656 if additianal problems are
discovered.
tr�uly yours, � �
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Daniel R. Walker, P.E.
Director of Engineering
CC: Tee-Ann Hunter, Town Clerk
✓Cathy Vatentinq Town Supervisor
Springwoad Townhames, LLC, 123 King Raad East, Ithaca, NY ]4850
Fred Noteboom, Highway Superintendent
Judy Dralce
1:1Adminlresponse ta springwood not�ce of claim.dac
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March 9, 2006
Albert Cappucci
205 Christapher Lane
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Mr. Cappucci,
I visited your home with Fred Noteboom, Highway Superintendent, Daniel
Walker, Director of Engineering and Rich Schoch, Parks Maintenance Manager
in late February. We all agree that the Town's wall is in fair condition, but we are
willing to enclase your ditch for you, if you would like.
I also checked on your taxes. In 2004 you were assessed at $354,400,
your town tax was $446.19, fire tax was $1,357.94, sewer was $65 and water
was $65. The remaining balance af the bill was County taxes, not town taxes.
In 2005 you were assessed at $390,000, your town tax was $538.20, fire
tax was $1,496.04, sewer was $65 and water was $65. In 2006 you were
assessed at $413,000, your town tax was $694.�1, fire tax was $1,544.65, sewer
was $30 and water was $80. The remaining balance each year was County tax.
1 agree that the property tauces are too high and must be controlled. I
made budget cuts last year. �ur sales tax revenues were down and fuel and
other costs were up. I will be looking at more cuts in our budget for 2007 to try to
control tax increases.
Thank you for your suggestions.
Sincerely,
Catherine Valentino
Town Supervisor
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Catherine �Talentino 215 N. Tioga Street
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March 20, 2C106
Patty Porter
104 Juniper Drive
Ithaca, NY 14850
Dear Patty,
Thank you for your letter. The requests you make in it are very
reasonable. I will be working to try to help your neighborhood.
Keep me informed. I will call you on any progress we have with this
problem. Please contact County representatives to request an increase the
number of sheriff deputies. I look forward to meeting with you and working with
your neighborhood committee. My office phone number is 275-9189.
xc: Holly Vance
Kinga Gergely
� GC � 307-C
Sincerely,
Catherine Valentino
Town Supervisor
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I ask that you do all in your power to help IC students become res�ectfiil members of the
Ithaca community. I receive the Ithaca Colle�e Quarterly and am aware of some of the
graduate's achievements. Ithaca College takes great pride in the actuevements af Michael
A. Battle, David Boreanaz, Diane Frankle Storck and others. Do the current students have
the right to trash their Ithaca neighborhoods on the way ta achieving their life goals? These
students do not seem ready to live off campus. They need your supervision, more limits,
and consequences.
This has become a problem for the palice, the landlords, the neighbors, and the Town of
Ithaca. It now needs to become a problem for the immature Ithaca Cailege students. Please
work with your students to resolve the problems.
Please resgond to me at the above address as saon as passible,
Sincerely,
Patty L. Porter
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Dear Ms Valenfiino,
3/6/06 Copy Town Board
Kinga M Gergely
106 Juniper Drive
Ithaca, NY 14854
February15, 2006
In anticipation of the warmer weather, when students bring their parties out
af doors, I would like to bring to the attention of Town government the
problems we are facing living on Sauth Hill.
First, is the noise volume coming from students living on Pennsylvania
Avenue and Kendall. As I sit here, it's a nice balmy day and students are
already aut whoaping and hollering. During the day as I am busy it's easy to
block it out, but at night sound carries even further and it's not unusual to
be awakened every few minutes ta primal screams, loud lag`'�ter, cars coming
and going, doors slamming, car engines. When we call the s�ieriff, the usual
answer is that they are working on it but there is not much they can do.
Some parties are so out of hand even the police have a hard time getting
through the crowd. There has not been any amplified music lately, but the
noise goes on until three and four in the morning. In order for the sheriff to
enforce the noise ordinance, I believe we need to make some changes in the
ardinance and giving our law enforcement officers more muscle in crowd
controf.
The second frustratian is the number of cars that are parked perpendicular
to Coddington Road, backing out without having a clear view of traffic. Most
of these properties (and 1 counted 11 parking areas between Juniper and
Pennsylvania Avenue) have areas to create parking in the back, where they
might be able to turn around and reenter Coddington nose first. This problem
was addressed before, without any results.
I would appreciate the Town looking inta and �inding solutions to these
problems that seriously effect the quality of our lives.
Respectfully,
Kinga M Gergely
August 24, zoo�
Ran and Bonnie Simpson
112 Pine View Terrace
Ithaca,lV� 14850
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Simpson,
Enclased is a memo from Dan Walker, Director of Engineering, addressing your
concems about property maintenance in your neighborhood. Fred Noteboom, Highway
Superintendent, and Dan Walker, Director of Engineering, have reviewed your list and
have done a site visit to look at each address listed.
Af�er reviewing Dan's camments, if you don't agree with them you may contact
me far fur�ther review.
Sincerely,
Catherine Valentino
Town Supervisar
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Ju��i��r �rav�:, �licl�c�ry P'lace ��d T'�r��view "�'�c�•��c�. Tlxi� w�:11 �:�t�blish�d �ubdivisia���
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Eiitch�s.
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wit�a��� ��t; �iit�h�s ����/+�r cu�-d�-s�� �r n�� t�aw�n �1����al� r�►�c3�w �•��ula�-ly tl�e ar�as inva�Ive��.
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cjn t��:�� r���ac�r�s�hi�ityy hc�wev�r sa��� n��er �+,�n�;r� �n�v� �casesc� tc� d� �h�s. "I'�� e4it���es
h�v�: be,��� �;rc�����:c� by �h� T�a�r� ha��vcr �nri s�3t�u1� h� �n�ai�t�ir��d. (�n�e id�a is tc� p�a�e
c�.��ve�ts in t�1e dflt�i��.s, ca��r �wvit�� �,��v�;l �r�ci :;���1 �nd th�c� s�a�d ;r,�iilz ��as� �� �r+���ea�ty
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are:� �a�� �c� is J��n�p�� C�ri�v� tca P'irr�viewr,�� th�; sc�arl.1� si�i�. I�e;���ase �f�hc�s� �flee�a di��ll�e�
r��w����•s �aa�rc nc�1 �-��awed ther�.
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11 Q Pineview Terrace — There is a general disarray af "junk" in yard, drive and an the
porch as well as high weeds at cul-de-sac azea. Recently large amounts of water has heen
paoling in his yard fram the road abave. It is unable to drain and is a mosquito-breeding
hazard. Needs to drain with a culvert under his driveway to creekside below. Town
resolution might be helpful since it appears to come from the road above his sub level lot.
111 Pineview — drainage paoling at the end of their drive again. The Town did address a
chmnic drainage problem at the end of Pineview at the cul-de-sac in front of 111
Pineview, south side af his driveway. Despite the good work some pooling recurred this
year. The property owner nadfied the town early this year but there has been na
correction as af this letter.
109 Pineview — a pile of flagstone used for an entry marker lays in a"heap" at the
driveway and raad. (Knoeked over by vehicle). This has been there for 6 manths and the
pile of stone obstructs the drainage grate (starm sewer) installed by the Town 2-3 years
ago.
10'7 Pineview — This properky borders Pineview and Hickory P1ace. They often do not
mow to road because of the ditch an Hickory Place. Could you install a culvert and even
it to the road as suggested above sa they could mow ii without danger and difficulty?
1 Q6 Pineview — Owner occupied home with rental unit attached. Raikoad ties (removed
from present landscape have lied along the street side over a year. Please have them
removed by owner. Rental unit parking is insu�cient. Usually two cars are pazked on
the street, especially during the academic year. While turning from Hickory Piace to
Pineview it is dif�'icult to not hit the cazs as they aze in roadway nearly every night.
Suggest owner widen driveway ta make adequate off-street parking for tenants. Because
tenants don't like to shovel snow they park on the street. The snawplow has great
difficulty navigating and cl�earing thraugh this stricture toa.
101 Pineview — The owners do not mow grass autside of their fence. Because af the
drainage ditches bardering their property on both Pineview and Juniper it is difficult to
get at this area. A solution might be to put in culvert, gravel, soil and grass seed so they
can mow both areas without danger and di�culty.
109 Juniper — brush piles in front and side for two years plus! Either they aze unaware of
Town brush pick up or choose to ignore the wonderfiil service. The ditch in front also is
full of gangly weeds that are an eyesore. Perhaps a culvert, gravel, soil and grass seed
caver application is appropriate here too. Owners can't manage the slopes and shouldn't
be asked to.
1 U3 Juniper — ditches aze again an unsightly problem and are difficult to rnow. Put in
culvert, gravel, sail and seed as above sa resident can mow.
104 Hickory Place — Brush, cut trees (stumps), limbs lay strewn thraughout their property
and it "creates degradatian throug,h unsighdiness", stated in Praperty Maintenance 205-1
(continua.tion of 104 Hickory Place)
1. Also their praperty border along Pineview is unkempt, noi mowed and the ditch
prablern exists here which compounds their ability to mow it.
1���- av��• �4 y��r•:� �1�� tc��ri�► l7as "p�v�ec�" l�nr����r �a�ave, F'anevic�w� '�'�t�r�c:c a��� �-�i���ry
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r�ads as t➢��y l�u��vc fc��• 1 U ye��s �l��s cr� 1�Ic�rtY�vie� �:.�ac� a�d �:i�h E�.���c1, eoa�ap�a���bl�
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I'l�as� n�t� t}a�t t8�� ��i]��r ierr�i:ru 1s i����ly� it�c��ati��l ir� all th�•c:c ��ei�l�lacarh���ad� a�nd
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s��-�e cc�nsidc�r�ii�at�.
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t�c;caus� af t}�€; tlat �;r��des. Fred is �14�r�rtim�; t�a �cicires;� tl�is �y^ �;x•�cVi�� �c� tl�e ��ast�r�� ���ch basin
an�� g�c�s�ibly �xte�1�'i��� �h� ���v�����t sli�;N�tV�.
B f��i 1'i��err�ew �N"cr�°G�ce —"�he st�ne �id� is �n thc �t�W ��w�c,i av� wi11 a�4� tl�� L,�t�l�lcs�vrier tc� c�nq�ave it.
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cur�°���¢ �vark }�l�tn ���d wcsulcl �arcabak�1y �re l��gr°d tc7 �us�i6"y tl�� cc�st ir� �hfis area.
IQta 17'u���v��;w 'I'crr�ce -� "f'he; Rai�rc�ad tuc:s ar� ian tl�e 1�t:�'�V t�ut <rre; ta�:l�aw tla� sl�sar�lder anc� are ��ro� ca�is�ai,�; a�.
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wvill �i� c�c�r�e�;ss�d q�y tie4�etin� if' it 3s � p�•z�l�G�r� d�Arnr�� t1�L �vir���t°.
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c��n-�a�rt wc�rk plan ax�� ���uld �ar�rb��ly^ k�e 17�rr� t�a.justi�'y tk�� c�st in ahis are�.
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�n�c�alr���� tt�en� to a�e�aove it. 'Ttae u�e�ds i�7 th� ditcl7 �2�-� ��t a vi�M�tic�n �nd have n�� }�e;en at�
c�l��ta-�i�:t���i fae t�e 'J'c�a�rn. Pip�r�� tl�is clitcl� is r��t ��x� tla� 1-9i�13vv�r�p ti��ark �'la�.
1�3 J�u��i�a�r i�riv� - T��e k�e�ds in tl�e dit�15 �ar°e n�� � vic�l�cica� ��ac� }��v�; a�crt i��er� ae� ca�stnacti�n tc�r t�e
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Toward that end, we would like to request the apportunity to present your committee with a
community petition seeking a design modification to 10 faot travel lanes and the same four
foot paved shoulders. VUe would further like to request the following accammodations:
1 j Drainage under the shoulders ta minimize road width, and
2} Stop signs at the Ithaca College entrance, Troy Road and East KingBurns Road
intersecctions for safetyftraffic calming.
The first item will increase costs while the second will greatly reduce them, compared
especially to the extensive work planned at the Bums road intersection. In this way, we
believe the needs of the County and the residents can both be accammodated. Seeking
any deviations from standard road specifications will of course take same effort, but the
NYSDOT's website in its Conteact Sensitive Solutions section indicates the recognition of
just such a need and opportunity. Nor are these issues limited to Coddingtvn Road.
Indications are that residents of Ellis Hollow Road are voicing many of the same issues and
a remarkably similar cantext. We do hope your Committee recognizes the issues as
��'c oonsi�era�ons, the autcome of which will affect the character of much of the County for
aur lifetimes.
Thank you for considering this request. We hope for the opportunity to present our �etition
in person so as to be available to answer any questions the Committee rnay have.
Sincereiy,
(Signatures on the original copy}
Merry Jo Bauer
Carolyn Grigorov
Dale Bryner
William Lesser
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Dooley Kiefer
Pam Mackesey
Nathan Shinagawa
Richard Boath
Tim Joseph
Michael Koplinka-Loehr
Cathy Valentino
Bill Scezesny
John Larnpman
Mark Freschette
921 Coddington Road
629 Coddington Road
689 Coddington Road
408 Coddington Road
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