CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MEETING # 48
November 7, 2002
Regular Meeting
Council Chambers
Roll Call – Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter and Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli present.
Staff present: John Salomone, City Manager, Debra McCormick, City Clerk, Thomas Leone, Corporation Counsel.
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag – Alanna Sedor, eighth grade student at West Middle School led the pledge.
Presentations and Proclamations – Mayor Carnicelli read a proclamation proclaiming November 2002 as Epilepsy Month in the City of Auburn. Mayor Carnicelli presents the proclamation to Debra Lewis and Jessica May Walsh representing the Epilepsy Foundation. Both speak briefly and thank Council.
Public Announcements – Clerk read.
City Manager’s Report
The City Manager reported on the following:
· Demolition bid notice has been sent for 59-61 Owasco St. and 10-12 Bellevue St.
· Next weeks work session will include a presentation from Partners for Liveable Communities on ideas for an Owasco Riverfront project and a presentation by Larry Stevens to review his Insurance Service Operations assessment.
Public to be Heard
Walt Aikman, 17 Liberty St. spoke to update Council on the Community Tree Planting project. He stated 18 volunteers help plant trees with the help of city staff and it was a positive experience for all. He reported that a $1000.00 Grant from the DEC was applied for and approved to help by seedlings.
Mayor Carnicelli thanked Mr. Aikman.
Jim Gianettino 16 Walnut St. asked Council to get volunteers to help get more veterans involved in Memorial Day Parade.
Mayor Carnicelli commented and reminded everyone that City Hall would be hosting a Veterans Day service at 11AM on Monday.
Tim Lattimore, West Lake Rd – spoke to ask if there was any new job growth in Auburn. Mayor Carnicelli spoke and asked Cindy Aikman, Empire Zone Coordinator for Auburn to answer. Ms. Aikman stated employment is steady, no losses or gains.
Report of City Officials
Committee Reports - None
Presentation of Petition and Communications – Clerk read
Ordinances
Ordinance #18 of 2002 authorizing amendment to the Code of the City of Auburn, Chapter 153 entitled “Electricians”. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Resolutions
Council Resolution #202 of 2002 authorizing a Public Hearing on November 21, 2002 regarding the SEQR for the proposed Zone Boundary Amendment. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #203 of 2002 authorizing a Public Hearing on November 21, 2002 regarding the Proposed Zone Boundary Amendment. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #204 of 2002 authorizing that the City Council meeting of Thursday, November 28, 2002 be held on Tuesday, November 26, 2002. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #205 of 2002 authorizing the City Manager to advertise for bids for the Recycling Building (Intermediate Processing Facility). Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #206 of 2002 authorizing the City Manger to advertise for bids for the Memorial City Hall Geothermal Project. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #207 of 2002 authorizing the Mayor to execute Change Order #1 with Beardsley Design Associates for additional architectural/engineering services associated with the City’s recycling intermediate processing facility. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Financial Resolution #208 of 2002 authorizing the Comptroller to sign the application and agreement with the New York Clean Water State Revolving Fund regarding the Landfill Gas Sludge Incinerator Fuel Project. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Financial Resolution #209 of 2002 authorizing the Comptroller to sign the application and agreement with the New York Clean Water State Revolving Fund regarding the Landfill Cell No. 3. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Council Resolution #210 authorizing the Mayor to apply for and accept a New York State Energy and Research Development Authority grant in the amount of $73,467. Vote: Councilor Jacobs, McNabb, Hunter, Dempsey and Mayor Carnicelli – aye. PASSED
Local Law - None
Tabled Legislation - None
Other Business
Councilor Dempsey asked if there is a possibility of parking on both sides of James Street since it is now one way.
Councilor Hunter commented on the Cayuga County’s intention to cut a swimming program for the disabled at theYMCA to help decrease tax increase.
Second Public to be Heard - None
Recap – Clerk read
Motion to adjourn to executive session at 7PM to discuss the employment history of a particular individual, the sale of real property and potential and pending litigation. McNabb/Hunter. Meeting ended at 8:30PM.
Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 8:35PM
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