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1No.12
Common Council
Proceedings
of the
City of Buffalo
Regular Meeting, June 11, 1991
Special Session, June 20, 1991
MAYOR
Hon. James D. Griffin
COMPTROLLER
JOEL A. GIAMBRA
COMMON COUNCIL
PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL
George K. Arthur
PRESIDENT PROTEMPORE
David A. Franczyk
MAJORITY LEADER
Eugene M. Fahey
COUNCILMEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Clifford Bell
Eugene M. Fahey
Rosemarie LoTempio
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS
Alfred T. Coppola - Delaware
James W. Pitts - Ellicott
David A. Franczyk - Fillmore
Norman M. Bakos - Lovejoy
David A. Collins - Masten
Carl A. PerIa Jr. - Niagara
David P. Rutecki - North
Brian M. Higgins - South
Archie L. Amos, Jr. - University
REGULAR COMMITTEES
CIVIL SERVICE COMMITTEE
: James W. Pitts, Chairman, George K. Arthur, Eugene M.
Fahey, Carl A. Perla, Jr., Alfred Coppola Members
CLAIMS COMMITTEE:
Brian Higgins, Chairman, Rosemarie LoTempio, David Franczyk,
Carl A. Perla, Jr., Archie L. Amos Jr. Members
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
: Clifford Bell, Chairman, Archie L Amos, Jr.,
David A. Franczyk, David Collins, Alfred Coppola, James W. Pitts, Members.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
: David Collins, Chairman, David A. Franczyk, Carl A. PerIa,
Jr., Clifford Bell, Brian M. Higgins, Eugene M. Fahey, Members.
LEGISLATION COMMITTEE:
Alfred Coppola, Chairman, Archie L. Amos, Jr., Norman M.
Bakos, Rosemarie LoTempio, David P. Rutecki, James Pitts, Members
RULES COMMITTEE
: George K. Arthur, Chairman, Eugene M. Fahey, James W. Pitts,
Members
URBAN RENEWAL:
Archie L. Amos, Jr., Chairman, David A. Franczyk. Joel A
Giambra, Brian M. Higgins, James W. Pitts.
SPECIAL COMMITTEES
SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CATV
: Hon. David P. Rutecki, Chairman, Hon. Archie L.
Amos, Jr., Hon. Brian M. Higgins, Hon. . Rosemarie LoTempio, Hon. James W.
Pitts.
SPECIAL COMMITTEE- COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
: David A. Collins, Chairman
DOWNTOWN STADIUM OPERATOR
: Alfred T. Coppola, Chairman, David A. Franczyk,
David A. Collins, Archie L. Amos, Jr.
SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON RECODIFICATION:
Rosemarie LoTempio, Chairman, Clifford
Bell, David P. Rutecki, Alfred T. Coppola, Michael R. Mulderig, Samuel F.
Houston/Designee, Paul Barrick, Milton Kaplin, Charles L. Michaux III/Designee.
COMMON COUNCIL'S SPECIAL WATERFRONT COMMITTEE
: James F. August, James W.
Harrington, Jr. Richard J. Lippes, Ross D. MacKinnon, Kenneth E. Sherman, David
Rutecki, James W. Pitts, Brian Higgins, Clifford Bell, Rosemarie LoTempio,
David Collins, Carl A. Perla, Jr..
SPECIAL COMMITTEE-TAYLOR LAW IMPASSE
: Carl A. Perla, Jr., Chairman, Alfred T.
Coppola, James W. Pitts
PARKS DEPARTMENT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
: James W. Pitts, David A. Franczyk,
Rosemarie LoTempio, Joel A. Giambra/Designee, Samuel F. Houston/Designee, John
Scardino, Jr., Representative of the Friends of Olmstead Park, Representative
of Delaware Park Steering Committee Representative of Martin Luther King Park
Steering Committee, Representative of the Friends of Cazenovia Casino.
SPECIAL COMMITTEE - NEGOTIATE ERIE BASIN MARINA LEASE
David P. Rutecki, Chairman, James W. Pitts, Carl A. Perla, Jr., David P.
Comerford/designee, Joel A. Giambra/designee, Ronald Romanowicz/designee.
TASK FORCES
TASK FORCE ON FEE INCREASES:
Clifford Bell, Chairperson, Alfred T. Coppola,
Joel A. Giambra, Richard Planavsky, Philip Ricchiazzi, Members.
JUVENILE DELINQUENCY TASK FORCE
: Christine Garmon, , Commissioner Ralph
Degenhart, Michael Chapman, Larry Stitts, Carl Johnson, Julian Dargan, Helen
Panikowski, Desiree Lindsey, John Johnson, Lt. Lawrence Tersan.
TASK FORCE ON DOWNTOWN PARKING
: Leona N. Backus, Alfred H. Savage/Designee,
Lawrence R. Rubin/Designee, Thomas Gallagher, Joel A. Giambra/Designee, Eric
Swider/Designee, Hon. James W. Pitts, Carl A. Perla, Jr., Edward Lesswing, Dr.
Andrew J. Rudnick, Chairman, Robert B. Adams/Designee, Hon. Dennis T.
Gorski/Designee, Cheryl A. Hart, David P. Comerford, Bruna Michaux,
HISPANIC TASK FORCE:
David Baez, Scorro Cappes, Ventura Colon, Laura DeJesus,
Emanuel Lastra, Paul Martinez, Benjamin Matta, Augustine Olivencia, Jr.,
Michael Rivera, Louis Rodriguez, Marcelina Rondon.
TASK FORCE ON LANDLORD TENANT RELATIONS & HOUSING CONDITIONS:
Hon. Carl A.
Perla, Chairman, Hon. James W. Pitts, Hon. Archie L. Amos Jr., Hon. Roger
LoRusso /Designee/,Hon Frank Sedita /Designee, Lawrence A. Grisanti /Designee,
Samuel F. Houston /Designee, Joseph V. Schollard /Designee, Vincent Pellittieri
/Designee, Pamela Dent /Designee, Donald J. Reeves /Designee, Sister Jeanne
Frank /Designee, Nick Sidoti /Designee, Denis Woods /Designee, Scott W. Gehl
/Designee, Paul Wolf /Designee, Rev. Charles White /Designee, Karen J. Schimke,
Cathy Szczesny, Kathy Mecca, Members.
TASK FORCE- AUDITORIUM-STADIUM:
Hon. James W. Pitts, Chairman, Hon. Vincent
Tese, Hon. Anthony M. Masiello, Hon. David P. Rutecki, Hon. Alfred T. Coppola,
Charles F. Rosenow, George Gould, George Wessel, William J. Greeley, Mary
Martino/Designee, Hon.
Dennis T. Gorski/Designee, Hon. Roger I. Blackwell, Hon. Henry J. Nowak, Donald
P. Quinlan/Designee, Rev. Bennett W. Smith, Robert D. Fernbach.
TASK FORCE- STUDY ON GREAT NORTHERN GRAIN ELEVATOR:
Jim Forton, Chairperson,
Hon. Brian M. Higgins, Hon. James W. Pitts, Karen Schaffner, John Montague,
Lorraine Pierro, Joseph Schollard, Mark Norton, Ken Sherman.
NOISE ORDINANCE TASK FORCE
: State Senator Anthony Masiello, Assemblyman William
Hoyt, Margaret Andrews, John Walton, Ed Saunders, Angelo Thomas, Dr. Betty
Cappella, Laura Wilson, Jeanette Ogden, Michael Powers, Nicholas Custodi,
Sheila Dunn, Cynthia, A. Reif, James J. Williams, Sheila Weir, Frank Piracci,
Bernadette Tomaselli, Jean Willett.
CHILD CARE TASK FORCE
: Louise Clyburn, Deborah A. Goldman, Khalimah A. Halim,
Flora Miller, Sliwa, Angela Lee, Mrs. Gianadda, Ronald Empric, Barbara A. Shaw,
Mary Jo Hunt, Dorothy Dowzycky, Joseph Sperrazza, Judy DiPasquale, Mary
Randolph.
MEDICAL BENEFITS TASK FORCE:
Richard J. Piontek, Larry Insinna, Mary Ann
Sansone, Charles W. Pruet, M.D., Leo C. Welsh, David Donnelly, Thomas J.
Carella, John Walker, John D. Smith.
COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES:
BUFFALO URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY:
Alfred T. Coppola, George K. Arthur, David A.
Collins.
ARTS AND CULTURAL FUNDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
: Charles Ruff, Joseph Makowski,
Craig Speers, Gary Mucci, Thomas M. Rocco, William Falkowski, John J. Fiorella,
Jeremy Wainwright, Sheila Diebold, Warren Emblidge, Alithea Lango, Martha
Morgan, Susan Curran.
WAR MEMORIAL STADIUM OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
: Hon. David A. Collins, Chairman,
Lawrence R. Rubin, Peggy Brooks-Bertram, King W. Peterson, Henry Orsinski,
Florence E. Baugh, Willie Evans, Michael Billoni, Charles Rosenow, Members.
CORPORATION PROCEEDINGS
COMMON COUNCIL
CITY HALL - BUFFALO
Tuesday, June 11, 1991
at 2:00 P.M.
PRESENT - George K. Arthur, President of the Council, and Council Members
Bakos, Bell, Collins, Coppola, Fahey, Franczyk, Higgins, LoTempio, Perla,
Pitts, and Rutecki - 13.
ABSENT - Amos- 1.
On a motion by Mr. Fahey, seconded by Mr. ,the minutes of the stated meeting
held on May 28, 1991, and the special meetings held on May 31st, June 3rd, and
June 10th, 1991, were approved.
FROM THE MAYOR
No.1
Veto Message
Transfer of Properties
Buell Street and Humboldt Parkway
Though the above item directs the transfer of municipal property
at a specific price, I am nonetheless compelled to veto it because such
transfer was apparently not authorized as provided for in Article 27 of the
City Charter, that is, neither by appraisal nor by bid at public auction; nor
for development or redevelopment.
Mr. Fahey moved to Override the Mayor's Veto of Item No. 221, C.C.P., May 28,
1991- women for Human Rights and Dignity Inc.- Transfer Properties on Buell and
Humboldt.
REPASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.2
Veto Message
Neighbors to Keep Forest on Forest
[Item No. 241, C.C.P., May 28, 1991]
The above item calls for the designation of Forest Avenue from
Rees Street to Lincoln Parkway as a park approach. The record before Your
Honorable Body does not establish the public purpose relating to the regulation
of parklands which would be served by such designation. In fact, the record
fails to show any public purpose for the designation, other than to avoid
requirements found elsewhere in the City Code.
For the forgoing reasons I am compelled to veto the item.
Mr. Fahey moved to Override the Mayor's Veto of Item No. 241, C.C.P., May 28,
1991- Designate Forest- Rees to Lincoln as a Park Approach.
REPASSED
AYES-12 NOES- 0.
No.3
Council Reapportionment Commission
Plan "B"
Item #10, C.C.P. May 24, 1991
As you know, the above referenced legislation has been referred
to this office for my review and disposition. I am signing the legislation
approved by the Council, for a number of reasons.
First and most importantly
under the New York State Constitution, reapportionment is the
responsibility of local legislative bodies, in this case the Common Council. Since a majority of the Council has approved
Commission Plan "B", and the plan basically maintains existing balances on the Council I find no compelling reason to
second guess the prerogative of the Council.
Reapportionment is usually a difficult process. Regardless of the
decision made, some group or individuals will be disappointed in the final
plan. I know this from personal experience. In the early 1970's, while
serving in the New York State Senate, my district was reapportioned into
another Senatorial district, with an incumbent collegue.
Although no plan can be all things to all people I find the pluses
outweigh the minuses in the plan approved by the Council.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
AYES- BAKOS, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI- 7
NOES- ARTHUR, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, PITTS 5.
No.4
Land and Water
Conservation Fund Grant
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
(OPRHP) recently announced the availability of $1,000,000 to acquire and
develop outdoor recreation areas through the Fiscal Year 1991 Land and Water
Conservation Fund (LWCF). The OPRHP has recommended that applicants seek
amounts no greater than $150,000 to $250,000. The preliminary application
deadline is May 31, 1991.
We intend to apply for $236,500 from the LWCF for the purpose of
purchasing a 49.5 acre parcel, commonly referred to as "Gallagher Beach," from
the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority. The LWCF grant will be matched
by $236,500 in City or Community Development Block Grant funds. Upon
acquisition. the City will advance development plans for site in accordance
with the City's Draft Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan.
We therefore request that your Honorable Body authorize the Mayor to
submit a LWCF Preliminary Application to the OPRHP to enter into and execute
project agreements for financial assistance, and to execute whatever other
documents or take measures which are necessary to effectuate such financial
assistance.
We request your immediate action on this item given the preliminary
application deadline.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.5
's Report
Local 264 Factfinder
Attached please find the report issued by Factfinder Evelyn Hartman
to resolve the contract dispute between the City of Buffalo and Local 264 for
the contract period July l, 1990 through June 30, 1992.
In this report, Factfinder Hartman recommends salary increases of 8.5 to
9.5 percent. In addition to the salary increases
, this report recommends an increase in auto
allowance, and the following new benefits: safety shoe allowance in-lieu of City provided safety shoes, tool allowance for
Parking Meter Mechanics in-lieu of City provided tools, and the implementation of a deferred compensation plan. Although
the Factfinder also recommends an increased deductible for medical insurance coverage, which results in a cost savings to
the City, the net total cost of this Factfinder's report is $1,837,502 or 9.3 percent.
In view of the financial problems now facing the City, it is evident that
the Factfinder's recommendation would place an unbearable financial hardship
upon the City. I therefore urge you to reject the attached report and impose a
1990-91 settlement which provides no increase in salary or benefits for the
union.
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE TAYLOR LAW IMPASSE
No.6
RENAME DELAWARE PARK CASINO
AND PROMENADE -
The William L. Marcy, Jr. Casino and Promenade
Pursuant to Chapter 286 of the City Code of Buffalo, this communication
formally requests the Common Council's consideration and approval in renaming
the Delaware Park Casino and Promenade the William L. Marcy, Jr. Casino and
Promenade. This request is made in honor of the late William L. Marcy, Jr., in
recognition of the outstanding contributions he made to the City of Buffalo.
At the time of his death on April 4, 1983, after a long battle with
cancer, Bill Marcy was serving his third term as Delaware District Councilman.
While on the Council, Mr. Marcy championed many neighborhood and city-wide
causes, including the restoration of Delaware Park Lake and the revitalization
of Allentown. For those of us who had the great privilege of working with Bill
Marcy, he will always be remembered as a devoted public servant who loved
Buffalo.
Before his service on the Common Council, Mr. Marcy was a stockbroker and
representative with Merrill, Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith from 1960 until
1964, with Loeb and Rhoades from 1967 until 1971 and was an Investment
Securities agent with Daly & Company. He also served on a number of community
boards and interests, including: Children's Hospital, Studio Arena Theatre, the
Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society
, the American Diabetes Association, the Buffalo
Philharmonic Orchestra, the Chamber of Commerce, the Zoological Society, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the City Mission
Society to mention a few.
Mr. Marcy graduated from Nichols High School, Colgate University and
Albany Law School.
In addition to his service, this request will also recognize the
contributions made by Bill Marcy's family, including his wife Katherine
, son Bill
IV and daughter Carrie Eagen.
For all these reasons, and many more, I believe this request is not only
fitting but long overdue.
Your favorable consideration in this matter will be appreciated.
LAID ON THE TABLE
FROM THE MAYOR EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENTS
FROM THE CITY PLANNING BOARD
No.7
D. Lewis - Request to place sidewalk cafe in right-of-way at 177 Hodge Street
Item No. 111, C.C.P., May 14, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4, 1991 considered the above request pursuant to Section 413-59 of the Buffalo
Code, Review of Sidewalk Cafes.
The Planning Board voted to receive and file the item captioned above in
that Your Honorable Body has already approved the matter at your meeting of May
28, 1991.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.8
C. Morreale - Request to place a
sidewalk cafe in right-of-way at
1220 Hertel Avenue.
Item No. 114. C.C.P., May 14. 1991.
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4. 1991 considered the above matter pursuant to Sections 413-59 and 511-59 of
the Buffalo Coded Review of Sidewalk Cafes and Provisions of the Hertel Avenue
Special Zoning District.
The Planning Board voted to receive and file the proposed cafe since Your
Honorable Council has already approved it at your meeting of May 28, 1991.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.9
T. Lombardo - Application to expand an existing restaurant with an outdoor cafe
at 1198 Hertel Avenue.
Item No. 91. C.C.P.. May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4, 1991 considered the above application pursuant to Section 511-59 of the
Buffalo Code, Hertel Avenue Special Zoning District.
The applicant seeks to place an outdoor cafe measuring 20 feet by 30
feet, or 600 square feet, entirely on private property in the front of his
existing restaurant. The proposed cafe area will be delineated by flower boxes
and a chain perimeter treatment.
The site is located in the Hertel Avenue District which considers the
expansion of restaurants to be a restricted use requiring council approval.
Under S.E.Q.R.. the proposed cafe is an unlisted action which may be studied
through uncoordinated review.
Four additional off-street parking spaces are suggested by the code. The
applicant currently has an accessory parking area which can accommodate this
number.
The Planning Board voted to approve the proposed cafe with the following
conditions:
1. that it be opened no later than 11:00 pm. daily,
2. that no music be played in the cafe area, and
3. that no trash receptacles be placed in the cafe area.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.10
R. Meyers - Application to convert an existing store into a sit-in restaurant.
3204 Bailey Avenue
Item No. 92, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4, 1991 considered the above application pursuant to Section 511-65 of the
Buffalo Code, Kensington-Bailey Special Zoning District (K.B.).
The applicant seeks to convert an existing vacant store consisting of
1680 square feet into a sit-in restaurant with accessory signage.
The site is located in the K.B. zone which considers restaurants to be
restricted uses requiring the approval of Your Honorable Body. Eleven
off-street parking spaces are suggested. The applicant has indicated that a
four-car accessory parking lot exists behind the proposed restaurant and that
there is public parking within 1000 feet of the site. Lastly, under S.E.Q.R.,
the proposed restaurant is considered an unlisted action which may be studied
through uncoordinated review.
The Planning Board voted to approve the proposed restaurant with an
accessory sign which conforms to the signage requirements of the K.B. district.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.11
J. O'Brien - Request to place a sidewalk cafe and awning in the right-of way of
Tremont Ave. at the corner of 443 Forest Ave..
Item No. 93, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4a 1991 considered the above request pursuant to Section 413-59 of the Buffalo
Code, Review of Sidewalk Cafes.
The applicant seeks to place an 8-table sidewalk cafe in the right-of way
of Tremont Avenue (corner of Forest). The cafe will be delineated by flower
boxes and chains.
The right-of-way of Tremont Avenue, where the cafe will be placed, is 60
feet with a 30-foot pavement width. The cafe, which will measure 40 feet in
length, will encroach 9 feet into the right-of-way. The sidewalk width from
the curb line to the building wall is 15 feet, leaving 6 feet of unobstructed
sidewalk. No public appurtenances will be affected by the proposed cafe.
Under S.E.Q.R., the proposed cafe is considered an unlisted action which
may be studied through uncoordinated review.
The Planning Board voted to approve the proposed cafe with the following
conditions:
1. that the cafe not be opened past 11:00 pm. daily,
2. that no music be played in the cafe area, and
3. that no trash receptacles be placed in the cafe area.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.12
A. Panzarella - Application to use 1849 Seneca Street for a contractor's
storage yard.
Item No. 94, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4, 1991 considered the above application pursuant to Section 511-64 of the
Buffalo Code, Seneca Street Special Zoning District (5.5.)
The applicant seeks to use a vacant lot near the corner of Hammerschmidt
Avenue for a contractor's storage yard.
The Planning Board voted to deny the application on the grounds that
contractors' storage yards are not permitted in either the 5.5. zone or the CI
zone which underlies it. Only the Zoning Board of Appeals may grant relief to
the applicant for this use.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.13
M. Foreman - Request to use vacant lot for off-street parking at 48 College
Street.
Item No. 96, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June 4, 1991
considered the above application pursuant to Section 511-99 of the Buffalo
Code, Community Parking Areas in "R" Districts.
The applicant seeks to use the front portion of a vacant lot to park
three vehicles. The balance of the lot, the rear portion, has been sold to an
adjacent neighbor who plans to plant a garden. The proposed off-street parking
will be accessory to the applicant's residence which lies across the street
from the proposed parking area at 48 College Street.
The site is located in an "R3" zone which permits such parking facilities
but only upon the approval of Your Honorable Body. The proposed parking
facility will be set back behind the established front yard of College Street,
pursuant to Section 511-99 of the Buffalo Code. The front yard setback will be
enhanced by a raised planter with appropriate vegetation. It should also be
noted that two mature trees in the right-of-way will not be affected by the
proposed lot.
The site is also located in the Allentown Preservation District and has
been reviewed by the Buffalo Preservation Board . On May 30, 1991, the
Preservation Board granted a Certificate of Exception for the lot. In this
vein, it should be noted that under S.E.Q.R., the proposed lot is considered a
Type I action. The Buffalo Preservation Board, as lead agency for the proposed
lot, has prepared a negative declaration for it.
Given this, the Planning Board voted to approve the lot as presented.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.14
J. Lory - Application to build encroaching portions of the facade of 358
Delaware Ave. into the right-of-way.
Item No. 95, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
The City Planning Board at its regular meeting held Tuesday, June
4, 1991 considered the request pursuant to Section 413-56 of the Buffalo Code,
Permanent Encroachments in the right-of-way.
The applicant seeks to place and repair the existing facade of the
masonry building at the northwest corner of the
intersection of Delaware Avenue and West Tupper Street. The facade replacement
involves the encroachment of approximately 1/2 to 2 inches of the new building
facade in the right-of-way of Tupper Street and Delaware Avenue. Under
S.E.Q.R., the matter is considered an unlisted action which may be studied
through uncoordinated review.
The Planning Board voted to approve the proposed facade encroachment.
RECEIVED AND FILED
.
FROM THE BOARD OF PARKING
No.15
Inspect Downtown Parking Ramps
Item No. 212, CCP April 30, 1991
Pursuant to the above-stated item, the City has expended over
$42 million over the past five years in the reconstruction and the demolition
and replacement of two of its' parking ramps. The ramps had all been fully
inspected before and after their repairs, and they have all been inspected
within the last year. The Parking Board is considering its' bi-annual
inspection to take place this fall or winter to be conducted by a professional
engineer.
The Parking Board would recommend that the Ordinances be changed to
include private garages to be licensed within the City of Buffalo. The
ordinance should include the requirement that each private garage submit, every
two years, a written stamped report by a New York State licensed professional
engineer attesting to the structural safety of the facility. Further, that the
garages be required to provide the City of Buffalo with a certificate of
insurance evidencing at least $1,000,000.00 in liability insurance on said
structure.
REFERRED TO THE COMMlTTEE ON LEGISLATION
FROM THE COMPTROLLER
No.16
Balance Sheets and Supporting Schedules
for the 6 month Period Ending December 31, 1990
I transit herewith various balance sheets and statements for November
and December, 1990 showing the condition of all funds and accounts for the six
months ending December 31, 1990.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.17
Use of Sewer Authority
Surplus to Relieve Potential
1991-92 Budget Deficit
No. 223, C.C.P. 5/28/91
Attached for your information is correspondence from the City's
bond counsel in response to No. 223, C.C.P. 5/28/91.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
No.18
Use Agreement
889 Kensington, SE W Corner of Northumberland
The Office of the Comptroller, Division of Real Estate has received
a request from Bailey-Kensington Kiwanis Club to use the above referenced
City-owned land.
They intend to use the property grounds for a "Family Fair". The
consideration is $1.00 and will run for the period of August 5th to August 12th
1991.
The Bailey-Kensington Kiwanis Club shall be solely responsible for the
maintenance of the premises including keeping it free from debris, litter etc.
They have submitted proof of insurance in the amount of $1,000,000. for bodily
injury and $50,000. property damage.
This Office recommends that your Honorable Body approve the use agreement
for the period stated.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Office of the Comptroller, dated June 3,
1991, be received and filed; and
That the Mayor be and he hereby is authorized to execute a Use Agreement
for City-owned property at 889 Kensington Avenue with the Bailey-Kensington
Kiwanis Club for the period of August S, 1991 to August 12, 1991, under the
terms and conditions as contained in the Comptroller's correspondence dated
June 3, 1991.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.19
Investigate Title
136 Moselle
Item # 184, C.C.P. 5/28/91
In the above referenced item Your Honorable Body has asked for
a report from the Division of Real Estate on the status of 136 Moselle Street.
Our investigation indicates that 136 MoselIe is a non existent number.
However, the title to 134 Moselle, a vacant single family home, was transferred
to the City of Buffalo 1/19/84, from the Secretary of Housing and Urban
Development. The home is in very poor condition and is in need of demolition.
Over the years a number of properties have been transferred to the City
of Buffalo from H.U.D. for inclusion in the City's Urban Homestead Program.
Those properties are managed by the Department of Community Development and are
not part of the Division of Real Estate's Inventory.
Mr. Donald Tolbert from Community Development has informed this office
that the property has been placed on the demolition list and that there are
title problems with 134 Moselle. I have informed him of the Council's concerns
and have suggested that they file a report on the status of 134 Moselle.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE AND THE COMPTROLLER.
No.20
Status of 402 Kenmore
S. Tybor - Request to Purchase
Your Honorable Body has requested a report from the Comptroller's
Office, Division of Real Estate, regarding Mr. Stephen A. Tybor's request to
purchase 402 Kenmore Avenue. Mr. Tybor intends to build a 4 - 6 unit apartment
building for senior citizens at that location.
The property at 402 Kenmore was acquired by the City of Buffalo in 1948
for a road widening project. The parcel has a 150' of frontage by an irregular
depth of 111', an area of approximately 13,819 square feet. The City of
Buffalo also owns property at 28 Seattle Street, a parcel 88' x 125', which
abuts the rear Property line of 402 Kenmore. The City also owns parcels to the
vest 404 - 406 Kenmore a parcel having a frontage of approximately 86' on
Kenmore Avenue and the depth runs from Kenmore Avenue to Main Street. This
property was acquired from Conrail for the construction of a new road.
Our office received notification from the Commissioner of Community
Development, on October 25, 1990, that 402 Kenmore Avenue is "zoned C2 and
currently being study as part of the LaSalle Revitalization Area as designated
March 3, 1987, C.C.P. #157. All the parcels within this site are to be
withheld until the study is completed." Our file does not indicate whether we
communicated to Mr. Tybor the aforementioned or whether Mr. Tybor had any
further contact with this office since his letter of October 1990.
As a result of the inquiries made at the Common Council Finance Committee
meeting on June 4, 1991, attached is a communication and a copy of the map of
the subject area received from Mr. Ron Mandell, Dept. of Public Works. The map
shows the proposed street right-of- way. The proposed street right-of-way
encompasses a portion of the property at 402 Kenmore Avenue.
This office had communicated with Mr. Stephen Tybor, since the Finance
Committee meeting of last Tuesday and has apprised him of the present
situation.
I'm sure Your Honorable Body will agree that there needs to be further
discussion with Community Development and Public Works relative to the proposed
street right-of-way before a decision is made to sell the property to Mr.
Tybor. If Your Honorable Body approves of selling the property to Mr. Tybor,
our records indicate that this is a capital asset and would have to be disposed
of in accordance with Section 513 of the City Charter, Sale of Abandoned Real
Property.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE.
No.21
Permission to Negotiate
63-65 Purdy, 100' S Glenwood
Lot Size: 65' x 89'
Assessed Valuation:
Land:$ 5,800
Improvements: $11,800
Total: $17,600
The Office of the Comptroller, Division of Real Estate, has received
a request from Rev. Robert E. Baines on behalf of the Zion Missionary Baptist
Church of 179 E. Ferry Street, Buffalo, New York to purchase the above
referenced property.
Rev. Baines has indicated that the Church would like to purchase this
garage so that they can park their Church bus in said premises.
This office, therefore, is requesting that we be permitted to negotiate a
private sale on the above mentioned property and report back to Your Honorable
Body the results of the negotiations.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Office of the Comptroller, dated June 4,
1991, be received and filed; and
That the Comptroller be, and he hereby is, authorized to enter into
negotiations with The Zion 'Missionary Baptist Church of 179 E. Ferry Street
for the purchase of City property commonly known as 63-65 Purdy Street; and
That the results of said negotiations be reported to this Honorable Body.
ADOPTED
No.22
Permission to Negotiate
366 Walnut, W 280' N Sycamore
Lot Size: 30' x 106'
Assessed Valuation:
Land:$ 900
Improvements:$2,100
Total:$3,000
The Office of the Comptroller, Division of Real Estate, has received
a request from Mr. Samuel Jackson, P.O. Box 872 Ellicott Street Station,
Buffalo, New York 14205 and Mr. James Priester of 299 Walnut Street, Buffalo,
New York 14204 to purchase the above referenced property.
Mr. Jackson and Mr. Priester would like to purchase this property, in
order to rehabilitate and reside there. They have provided a renovation plan
and proof of financial ability to purchase and will complete repairs within six
months after purchase.
This office, therefore, is requesting that we be permitted to negotiate a
private sale on the above mentioned property and report back to Your Honorable
Body the results of the negotiations.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Office of the Comptroller, dated June 3,
1991, be received and filed; and
That the Comptroller be, and he hereby is, authorized to enter into
negotiations with Messrs. Samuel Jackson and James Priester for the purchase of
City property commonly known as 366 Walnut Street; and
That the results of said negotiations be reported to this Honorable Body.
ADOPTED
No.23
Permission to Negotiate
328 Winslow, N 374' W Fillmore
Lot Size: 30' x 103'
Assessed Valuation: $800
The Office of the Comptroller, Division of Real Estate, has received
a request from Mr. Tavil Land, Sr. of 330 Winslow, Buffalo, New York 14211 to
purchase the above referenced property.
Mr. Land would like to purchase this property, in order to beautify,
fence in and use for recreational purposes.
The Department of Community Development and the Dept. of Inspections and
Community Revitalization have been contacted and they have no objection to the
sale of this property.
This office, therefore, is requesting that we be permitted to negotiate a
private sale on the above mentioned property and report back to Your Honorable
Body the results of the negotiations.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Office of the Comptroller, dated May 29,
1991, be received and filed; and
That the Comptroller be, and he hereby is, authorized to enter into
negotiations with Tavil Land, Sr. for the purchase of City property commonly
known as 328 Winslow; and
That the results of said negotiations be reported to this Honorable Body.
ADOPTED
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS
No.24
Extend Time of Contract New Recycled Rubber Tile Floor
Tim Burvid Memorial Ice Rink Cazenovia Park
Buffalo, New York
In accordance with the terms of the contract between the City
of Buffalo and Vulcan Floors, Inc. C-9l598200, the work should have been
completed by February 24, 1991.
Due to a delay in the delivery of materials on this project this contractor
could not complete their work on time. This is the first extension of time on
this project.
I have granted an extension of time to April 30, 1991 to Vulcan Floors, Inc. to
complete the work of their contract.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.25
Monthly Report Licenses Issued
May 1991
I am respectfully submitting the enclosed report of licenses issued
in the month of May 1991 by the Division of License.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.26
Notification Serial #8193
REGULATION OF TURNS
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the
City of Buffalo, the City Engineer hereby notifies your Honorable Body of this
action supplementing, amending
, or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances, as
stated below, to be effective forty five days after the first Council meeting at which they appear on the agenda as an item
business.
That that part of Section 37 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of
Buffalo be supplemented by adding thereto the following: REGULATION OF TURNS
STREET INTERSECTION EFFECT. DIRECTION PROHIBITION
OF PERIOD OF
TIME
WILLIAM ST. CENTRAL AVE. 3PM - 6PM Eastbound NO LEFT TURN
Notification Serial #8194
NO PARKING - REPEAL
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the
City of Buffalo, the City Engineer hereby' notifies your Honorable Body of this
action supplementing, amending, or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479
of the Ordinances, as stated below, to be effective forty five days after the
first Council meeting at which they appear on the agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 23 of Section 15 of Chapter 479 of
Ordinances of the City' of Buffalo be supplemented by repealing thereto the
following: NO PARKING- REPEAL
PROHIBITED PORTION OF
PROHIBITED HIGHWAY LOCATION HIGHWAY LOCATION
MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE BETWEEN BUSTI AND SEVENTH
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.27
Recra Environmental Investigation
I have declared an emergency for Phase II Environmental Investigation
at 1205 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14220. There is a tame constraint for
the acquisition of the property at 1205 South Park that was negotiated between
the Corporation Councils Office and LTD Inc. (owners of the property) .
Therefore, immediate Phase II Environmental investigation is necessary to
expedite purchase of property to implement the aforementioned agreement of
purchase, and to comply with State Law.
Therefore I have issued a contract to Recra Environmental Inc., 10
Hazelwood Drive, Amherst NY 14228 to do Phase II Environmental Investigation at
a cost of $12,870.00. Funds for this project are available in
200-401-090-00-000.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.28
Report of Bids - Heater/Scarifying
of City Pavements 1991-1992
This is to advise your Honorable Body that I have advertised and
received bids on May 29, 1991 for Heater/Scarifying of City Pavements
1991-1992.
In obtaining bids for the above project, I have asked for bids on a unit
price basis covering the various items of work and material which will be
performed. The final cost of the work will be based on the actual measured
quantities of materials entering into the work and may be either more or less
than the total bid.
The following bids were received:
Highway Rehabilitation Corp.$645,750.00 (LOW)
National Asphalt Heat Treating, Inc.$679,550.00
I hereby certify that the lowest responsible bidder for the above project
is Highway Rehabilitation Corp., the cost thereof to be charged to the O&M
Account #l00-40l-0l4-00-56l in an amount not to exceed $645,750.00.
The engineer's estimate for this work is $620,000.00. The attached is
certified to be a true and correct statement of the two bids received. Under
provisions of the General Municipal Law any of the bidders may withdraw his bid
if an award of the contract is not made by July 13, 1991. Individual bid
Submissions are available in our office for inspection and copies are available
upon request.
This communication is for informational purposes only.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.29
REPORT OF BIDS - THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS 1991-1992
This is to advise Your Honorable Body that I have advertised and
received bids on May 29, 1991 for the Construction of Sidewalks, 1991-1992.
In obtaining bids for the above project
, I have asked for bids on a unit price basis
covering the various items of work and material which will be performed. The final cost of the work will be based on the
actual measured quantities of materials entering into the work and may be either more or less than the total bid.
The following bids were received:
l. Campobello Construction Co., Inc. $246,675.00 (low)
2. Cemulini-Pecoraro Const. Corp. $258,975.00
3. Mazzini Constr. Co., Inc. $264,906.25
4. M. Passucci General Const., Inc. $280,300.00 amount bid
$279,400.00 adjusted amount
5. M.P.J. Contracting, Inc. $272,150.00 amount bid
$287,150.00 adjusted amount
6. Master's Edge, Inc. $289,125.00
7. Sunshine Concrete Co., Inc. $318,675.00
8. Tri-Star Const. Co. $327,425.00 amount bid
$332,825.00 adjusted amount
9. Christopher Const. Co. $334,650.00
I hereby certify that the lowest responsible bidder for the above
project is the Campobello Construction Co., with their bid of $246,675.00 the
cost thereof to be charged to account #10O-40l-014-OO-561 in an amount not to
exceed $280.000.00.
The engineers estimate for this work is $300,000.00
The attached is certified to be a true and correct statement of the two
lowest bids received. Under provisions of the General Municipal Law any of the
bidders may withdraw his bid if an award of the contract is not made by July
13, 1991. Individual bid submissions are available in our office for inspection
and copies are available upon request.
Attached herewith is a tentative list of streets that have been selected
for sidewalk replacement work during the 1991-1992 construction season.
This communication is for informational purposes only.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.30
Change in Contract
Reconstruction
Various Fire Stations
Buffalo, New York
I herewith submit to Your Honorable Body the following change
in contract for the Reconstruction of Various Fire Stations, Buffalo, New York,
Ajax-Smith, Inc. C-91548700:
l. Install wood plynth trim at
the corner of 146 window sills
in Ladder #11, Engine 34/Ladder 14
and Engine 33, 34 and 35. ADD$10,444.00
The original window openings are larger than the original windows. This was not
evident until the former windows were removed. The wood plynths allow for the
re-use of the wood trim. The plynths will meet or exceed the width of the
adjoining trim and be carved or routed to match existing trim.
The foregoing change results in a net increase in the contract of Ten Thousand
Four Hundred forty-four and 00/lOO Dollars ($10,444.00).
Summary Original Amount of Contract $175,812.00
Amount of this Change (No. 2) ADD10,444.00
Revised Amount of Contract $186,256.00
This change could not be foreseen at the time contract was let. Cost have been
reviewed by the Department of Public Works and found to be fair and equitable.
Funds for this work are in CPF 200-402-517 - Division of Buildings.
I recommend that Your Honorable Body issue a change order to the contractor as
set forth above.
MR.FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public Works, dated May
21, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be, and he hereby is, authorized to
issue a change order to Ajax-Smith, Inc., in the amount of $10,444.00 for
additional work under the contract for the reconstruction of various fire
stations, with said cost to be charged against CPF 200-402-517-Division of
Buildings.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.31
Change in Contract, Change Order #l Rehabilitation of the Ohio Street Lift
Bridge Ferguson Electric Supply Co.
Contract #91594400
I hereby submit to Your Honorable Body, the following change in
the contract for the above named project:
1. Replacement of lubrication oil for gearboxes was needed after brakes were
replaced. Lump Sum-$ 1,210.00
2. During construction it was determined that pedestrian alarm bells had
malfunctioned. Two (2) alarm bells to warn pedestrians of imminent gate
lowering and raising were needed.
Lump Sum-$ 870.00
3. Two (2) pier warning lights were also found to be defective and needed
replacement.
Lump Sum-$ 955.00
4. Four (4) electronic flasher modules, to control flashing of traffic
lights, were needed to interface with the programmable logic controller.
Lump -$ 1,060.00
5. Due to its age the north yielding barrier was damaged during start up
procedures. The following is breakdown of work required to repair:
Mechanical Inspection $ 1,584.00
- Replacement of existing gearbox. with new link-belt gear box
$ 3,558.50
Replacement of guide roller bearings$ 2,385.00
6. During bridge start-up it was discovered that differential seating of the
bridge comers occurred during hot weather. Software changes were needed to
accommodate this differential seating.
Lump Sum-$931.00
7. Additional hardware and software was needed to allow for horn operation
during an emergency shutdown.
Lump Sum$ 565.00
8. Two (2) electric heaters were stalled in the vicinity of the variable
frequency drives to keep sensitive electrical equipment from being damaged by
the cold.
Lump Sum-$ 2,766.00
9. New photocell was installed to replace old photocell of roadway lights.
Lump -Sum$ 605.00
10. Heating contactors were deleted from contract work when branch circuiting
was deducted from contract. New heating contactors were needed to re-feed the
existing heaters.
Lump Sum- $ 5,319.00
11. Three (3) new windows for operators house purchased under the structural
contract were not installed to accommodate removal and installation of
electrical equipment Windows were installed under this contract.
Lump Sum-$ 1,266.00
12. Wiring was downsized at various locations to accommodate existing
openings. Lump Sum Credit$(9,956.OO)
13. Credit for unused utility allowance $(3,15O.OO)
14. Credit for salvage of four (4) D.C.
mill motors $(2,700.OO)
TOTAL $7,268.50
The second low bidder for this contract was Nichter Associates in the
base bid -aunt of $1,368,000.00.
I respectfulIy certify that this change order is fair and equitable for
the work involved and respectfully request that Your Honorable Body approve the
subject change order and authorize the Commissioner of Public Works to issue
said change order to Ferguson Electric -Supply Co.
Funds for this additional work are available in the Division of
Engineering Bond Fund Account 535 and Capital Project Fund 023.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from Acting City Engineer, dated May 31, 1991, be
received and filed;
That the Commissioner of Public Works, and he hereby is, authorized to
issue a change order to Ferguson Electrical Supply Co., in the amount of
$7,268.50' for additional work under the contract for the rehabilitation of the
Ohio Street Lift Bridge, with said cost to be charged against Bond Fund Account
No. 535-Division of Engineering and Capital Project Fund 023.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.32
Change in Contract - Change Order #3 South Park - Tifft to Colgate - Gr. #314
Contract #91552600 - Omer Constr. Co., Inc.
Item No. 30, C.C.P. 12/26/90
I hereby submit to your Honorable Body the following change in
contract for the above named project.
The Dudley Branch Library located on South Park and Whitfield is in the
process of being reconstructed. As part of this project and in conjunction
with the South Park Avenue Reconstruction, the Division of Engineering has been
asked to Pave the Library Parking Lot.
Our contractor, Omer Construction Company, has submitted a cost estimate
of $21,551. This estimate has been reviewed and recommended for acceptance by
our consultant engineer, Tallamy, Van Kuren, Certis.
Contract Summary:
Original Contract Amount $1,357,999.00
Change Order #1 $1,883.00
Change Order #2 $ 4,846.90
Change Order #3 $21,551.00
New Total $1,386,279.90
Funds for this additional work are available in the Division of Engineering
Bond Fund Account #200-401-527.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public Works, dated June
6, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be, and he hereby is, authorized to
issue a change order to Omer Construction Co., Inc., in the amount of
$21,551.00 for additional work under the contract for the Reconstruction of
South Park Avenue, with said cost to be charged against Division of Engineering
Bond Fund Account No. 200-404-527.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.33
Assessment for Sidewalk Installation
Work at 12 & 16 Arnold Street and
2268 Genesee Street
This department was contacted by two property owners who received
new sidewalks by the city last construction season and were recently billed for
the work.
On both occasions the two owners claimed they were not notified of the
need for new sidewalks in front of their properties and were surprised by the
bills they received.
While this type of claim is not uncommon, a search of our records in
these cases did not disclose copies of the standard notices the owners should
have received leading us to believe they may not have been sent as alleged or
they were simply lost.
In fairness to these people, we ask Your Honorable Body to forgive these
assessments because we cannot justify the fact they were ever notified in the
proper manner thus depriving them the opportunity to make the repairs
themselves.
The amount in question and names of the owners are as follows:
12 & 16 Arnold Street - Alfonso Castellana & W.
12 Arnold - $209.50
16 Arnold - 141.29
$350.79 Total
2268 Genesee Street - Nicholas L. Oliveri - $509.12
The combined total of the properties - $859.91
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public Works dated June
5, 1991 be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized to
forgive sidewalk assessments to Alfonso Castellana & W. for 12 Arnold - $209.50
and 16 Arnold - $141.29; and to Nicholas L. Oliveri for 2268 Genesee Street -
$509.12.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.34
680 Hopkins Street Requests Permission to install fence within city right of
way
Mrs. Janet Faltisco, owner of the Property located at 680 Hopkins
Street corner of Pembina Street, has requested permission to install a chain
link fence which would encroach city right of way at said address.
The proposed chain link fence would be installed between the public
sidewalk and the existing building. The fence would measure 110 linear feet on
Pembina Street and 33 Linear feet on Hopkins Street and measure 4 feet in
height.
The Department of Public Works has reviewed Mrs. FaItisco' s request
pursuant to Chapter 413-67 (encroachment regulations of the City Ordinances and
has no objection your Honorable Body authorizing the Commissioner of Public
Works, to issue a "Mere License" for said installation provided the following
conditions are met:
l. That the applicant obtain any and all other City of Buffalo permits
necessary for said installation.
2. That the fence be installed exactly as shown on plans submitted to and
approved by the Department of Public Works, Division of Buildings.
3. That the fence does not exceed four feet in height.
4. That the applicant be responsible for maintaining said fence as long as
it remains within city right of way.
5. That the applicant supply the City of Buffalo with a Five Thousand Dollar
($5,000) construction in street bond which will indemnify and save harmless the
City of Buffalo against any and all loss and damage arising out of the
construction, maintenance use and removal of said fence.
REFERRED TO THE COMMlTTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.35
ABANDONMENT OF WATERMAIN IN PIPER STREET
Item No. 210, C.C.P. March 19, 1991
Your Honorable Body is proposing to abandon Piper Street and to
convey Piper Street to Tops Market, Inc.
There presently exists a dead-ended eight inch watermain in Piper Street.
Inasmuch as this watermain only supplies one existing hydrant, I hereby
recommend that this watermain be abandoned and disconnected fro: the ten inch
watermain in Grant Street.
If your Honorable Body so approves, it is requested that you make it a
condition of sale to Tops Market, Inc. that they incur the costs of
disconnecting the eight inch watermain in Piper Street from the ten inch
watermain in Grant Street. The work will be performed by the Division of
Water.
MR.FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public works dated May 3,
1991 be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized to
abandon and disconnect an eight-inch watermain in Piper Street from the
ten-inch watermain in Grant Street and that the costs and expenses for same be
made a condition of sale to Tops Market, Inc.
PASSED.
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.36
Application for Solicitation of Funds
Attached is an application for Solicitation of Funds for the South
Buffalo Lions Club to solicit funds in the Buffalo area for the month of June
1991. In accordance with Chapter 316, Article VI of the City of Buffalo
Ordinance
, I hereby refer this matter to your Honorable Body.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public Works, dated May
28, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be, and hereby is, authorized to
issue an exemption from the licensing requirement of Chapter 316, Article VI of
the Buffalo Code for soliciting funds to the South Buffalo Lions Club.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.37
Council Recommended Budget
Fiscal Year 1991-1992
Division of Buildings
I have reviewed the Council's Recommended 1990-91 Budget, with
respect to the Division of Buildings, and would like to make the following
points:
402-011: Inspection of Non-Public Plans & Structures 535: Membership, Dues &
Periodicals
-$415.00
The elimination of this account means that we cannot keep up with the national
standards that are updated annually and are used as reference to the New York
State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code. Our approval of Building
Permits is dependent upon our having the most recent reference material. Delay
in obtaining the reference material will delay the permit issuance and result
in a delay in revenues for the City.
402-013: Licenses
301: Auto Allowance
-$2,000.00
This account is used by the license inspectors, bingo inspectors, Director of
Licenses and Administrative Assistant. A reduction from $6,000.00 to $4,000.00
means that less revenue will be coming in from the inspectors and
administrators. Revenue has increased in this function only because they are
out and doing their jobs.
583: Unclassified
-$4,500.00
This account was added by the Budget Office pursuant to the Contract with
Buffalo Place for reimbursement of 1/2 of the revenues generated from permits
issued. Audit will not pay until an account is set up.
402-021: Administrative Services
304: Out of Town Transportation-$500.00
305: Meals & Lodging-$500.00
306: Registration Fees & Dues-$200.00
Elimination of these accounts means that we will be unable to attend solid
waste and recycling conferences. Being on the cutting edge of recycling, each
conference has resulted in our being able to come back with another approach or
idea that saves us money.
320: Tolls
-$2,000.00
This is. the account used to pay Canadian National Railroad for the use of the
International Bridge. The account was increased by the Budget Office based upon
our late request. Spending has increased for the use of the bridge due to the
composting operation at Squaw Island.
449: Miscellaneous
-$75,000.00
This account was to be used to purchase recycling containers to use at schools,
hospitals and commercial accounts to reduce the waste disposal costs. It is
required as our next step to meet DEC recycling goals.
550: Long Term Rental of Equipment
-$64,000.00
The $264,000.00 amount recommended by the Mayor is for the lease of our 15
recycling vehicles. The lease is at $21,954.54 per month times 12 months =
$263,454.48. Please restore the $64,000.00 cut.
402-022: Plan & Design of Public Buildings
301: Auto Allowance
-$2,000.00
This account allows us to supervise the construction projects that we have
underway. A lack of supervision will lead to certain contractors beginning to
cut corners on projects and we will be seeing larger O & M repairs in future
years.
402-031: Operation and Maintenance of Public Buildings 301:
Auto Allowance
-$2,400.00
This account funds the Supervisor of Maintenance and Principal Chief Stationary
Engineers for use of their vehicles. The Supervisor of Maintenance inspects
construction projects and the Principal Chiefs are making sure their staff
report to various locations on time and deliver supplies needed at each site.
460: Building Materials-$5,000.00
464: Plumbing, Heating & Air Cond. Material-$5,000.00
521: Maintenance Contracts-Equip. & Mach.-$5,000.00
523: Repair to Equipment & Machinery-$50,000.00
560: Building Repairs & Alterations-$25,000.00
583: Unclassified-$10,000.00
These accounts are used to repair and maintain 160 different City buildings.
When we need material to repair a facility, or when a contractor is called in
to repair a roof or refrigeration unit at an ice rink, this is where the
account is paid from. The unclassified was increased by the Budget Office due
to a 6.7% increase in our City Court Cleaning Contract due to the recent
increase in minimum wage.
In summary, each of these cuts impairs our ability to maintain revenue, reduce
expenses and/or maintain our buildings adequately.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.38
COUNCIL RECOMMENDED BUDGET
FISCAL YEAR 1991-1992
DIVISION OF WATER
In order for your Honorable Body to make an intelligent decision
regarding the proposed Council Recommendations, the following are my comments
to your Council's recommended budget for the Division of Water for fiscal year
1991-1992:
012 - FILTRATION PLANT
221 - Electric, Light and Power
Your Honorable Body approved $91,500 for the 1990-91 budget. As of this
date an additional $2,500 is being reallocated into this account. It should be
noted that three new pumping stations were put into operation as of November 1,
1990. It is anticipated that the minimum requirement of $100,000. will be
necessary in order to operate.
223 - Gas
Your Honorable Body approved $80,000 for this fiscal year. As of this
date a transfer of funds is before your Honorable Body for an additional
$10,000. It is therefore necessary for the $5,000 to be restored to this
account.
423 - Chemicals
On Saturday, June 1, 1991, the Division of Water began to prechlorinate
the water due to the zebra 'mussel infestation just prior to the Pump Room.
This will require approximately 1,000 lbs. of chlorine per day to be used at
this location. Once the new chemical treatment extension line to the Intake is
in place, it is anticipated that at least 2,000 lbs. of chlorine per day will
be used at this injection point. It should be noted that this is additional
chlorine use.
Bids were opened on June 3rd by the Purchase Division and the following
are the actual costs per ton for each of the chemicals required and the
anticipated amount required for the potable water supply:
165 Tons of Polyaluminum chloride @ $920/ton $151,800.
294 Tons of Liquid Chlorine @ $163/ton $47,922.
260 Tons of Sodium Silicofluoride @ $570/ton $148,200.
45 Tons of Potassium Permanaganate @ $2668/ton
$120,060.
60 Drums of Calcium Hypochlorite @ $89. 50/drum $5,370.
Chemicals for laboratory testing 2,500.
SUB-TOTAL 4725;852.
Additional chemicals to treat zebra mussels:
200 Tons of Liquid Chlorine @ $163/ton 32,600.
TOTAL 508,452.
Please note that the price of liquid chlorine has gone down drastically
due to a glut on the chlorine market. The City is presently paying $519.50/ton
-vs- the $163/ton for next fiscal year. It should also be noted that the
industry has indicated to us that they anticipate this condition to last
approximately one year and that the price for chlorine wiII go up dramatically
the following fiscal year.
560 - Building Repairs and Alterations
It should be noted that the roof flashing on the west side of the filter
galleries is hanging and has become loose due to the high winds. It is
estimated that it will cost over $5,000 just to repair this one item.
Additional funds will be required to maintain the building.
583 - Unclassified
This line item is used to pay for SPDES Permit and funds are required to
pump the backwash alum sludge to the Buffalo Sewer Authority. A transfer of
funds is currently before your Honorable Body for an additional $95,000 in
order to encumber the invoice that the Division of Water presently has from the
Buffalo Sewer Authority for the sludge that was pumped to them during this
fiscal year.
The amount of $23,000 should be restored as it is anticipated that an
additional amount will be required based on actual experience and volume of
backwash water sludge being pumped to the Buffalo Sewer Authority.
013 - REPAIR AND INSTALLATION OF WATER METERS
463 - Machinery and Equipment Repair Material
This line item is utilized to purchase meter repair parts for private
meters. The Division of Water charges the customer the actual cost plus 40%
plus labor to make repairs to private meters. Without the proper material
repair parts, the Water Division will not be able to make repairs. This will
affect the revenue line Item No. 31658 - Install and Repair of Meters which is
presently estimated to be $55,000 for next fiscal year. A review of this line
item will indicate that previously it was in the $20,000 range.
573 - Engineering and Technical Services
It is recommended that your Honorable Body restore the $30,000 for this
line item. The services under this contract require that all privately owned
meters 3" or larger be checked to determine their accuracy. The American Water
Works Association requires water meters 6 inches or larger to be tested at
least once per year; those water meters 3 to 4 inches be tested at least once
every 18 months. There are 587 private meters in the system. After completing
two years of testing, we have found private water meters are testing to be in
the range from 20 to 70 percent inaccurate which means that the Division of
Water is losing money.
After notifying the owners of the property that the meters must be
repaired they are giving us orders to repair the meters which we do on a time
and material basis. During the last 1 1/2 years, since the program has been in
effect, there has been an increase in meter revenues of approximately $300,000.
Once again, if the large water meters are not tested as stated by the
AWWA, we will experience a reduction in meter revenues and also a reduction in
repairs to water meters revenues.
014 - INTAKE PIERS, PUMPING STATION, TOWERS & TANKS
221 - Electric, Light and Power
We respectfully request that the full amount of $299,800 be restored to
this line item due to the fact that as of this date a transfer of funds is
before your Honorable Body to increase the present appropriation of $2,678,261
by $238,000 as there presently are insufficient funds to pay for all of the
electrical consumption for the month of June, 1991.
427 - Clothing and Uniforms
It is requested that the $500 be restored for this line item as safety
shoes and clothing allowance is mandated by Union contracts between the City of
Buffalo and Locals 71-A and 264.
430 - Fuel for Heat and Power
It is respectfully requested that the $750 be restored to this line item
as this is used for No. 2 fuel oil for the' Massachusetts Station.
431 - Gas for Machinery and Equipment
It is requested that $500 be restored to this line item. This line item
is used to purchase lubricant for pumps at the Col. Ward and Massachusetts
Pumping Stations. Our actual expenditures in the last three fiscal years
exceeded your recommendation.
434 - Small Tools
It is requested that $600 be restored to this line item. Union contracts
require that tool allowance of $100/each be given to eleven employees in this
function.
462 - Machinery and Equipment Repair Materials
It is requested that $1000 be restored to this line item. Previous and
current expenditures indicate that the $3000 originally provided for this item
to be sufficient. It should be noted that the pumps and machinery in this
building are old and require constant maintenance.
523 - Repairs to Equipment and Machinery
It is requested that $2,000 be restored to this line item. The rotary on
high lift pump No. 2 at the Colonel Ward Pumping Station is presently
inoperable and it will require at least $6000 to repair this pump. It is
anticipated that more than $10,000 will be required to repair many pieces of
equipment in the Plants.
560 - Building Repair and Maintenance
It is requested that $25,000 be restored to this line item to provide
sufficient funds to recoat the roof of the Boiler Room and to provide
sufficient funds to maintain both the Massachusetts and Colonel Ward Pumping
Stations. Previous experience has indicated that this runs approximately
$25,000 to $30,000 per year. The recoating of the roof will cost approximately
$55,000. The roof is presently leaking and water is entering the Boiler Room
thereby possibly causing damage to the equipment and rendering it inoperable.
To insure the integrity of the structure and equipment in it, it is necessary
to rehabilitate the roof. To replace the roof would cost over $300,000.
015 - DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
461 - Road and Highway Materials
It is requested that $80,000 be restored to this line item as everyday
repair and maintenance material for the distribution system are purchased from
this line item. With 783 miles of watermains requiring day to day repairs, it
is necessary that gravel, valve boxes, pipes, hydrant nozzles, lead, repair
clamps, taps and plugs be purchased. A review of this line item will indicate
that the Division of Water has constantly expended $200,000 per year. Due to
the current cut-back in this year's appropriation, the Division of Water is
running very low on repair clamps which are necessary to repair watermain
breaks.
462 - Machinery and Equipment Maintenance Materials
It is requested that $4,000 be restored to this line item. All parts
necessary to repair our air compressors and saws come from this account as well
as costs for filling of propane oxygen and acetylene tanks. This equipment is
necessary to make repairs to the water distribution system.
463 - Machinery and Equipment Repair Materials
It is requested that $3,000 be restored to this line item. Due to the age
of all the equipment, constant maintenance and repair is required. It should
be noted that the equipment is getting older and is requiring additional parts
to repair it.
464 - Electric and Electronic Supplies
It is requested that $2,500 be restored to this line item. Normal
expenditures for this line item runs over $3,000. 1989-90 actual expenditures
were $3,471. Funds are required to purchase lantern batteries used by the
Caulkers and special flood light bulbs that are explosion proof. These
supplies are quite expensive and are required to provide light to facilitate
watermain repairs.
561 - Road and Highway Repairs
It is requested that $30,000 be restored to this line item. Due to cuts
in the 1990-91 budget, no repairs to pavement, curbs and sidewalks that were
damaged due to watermain and hydrant repairs were made. There are
approximately 200 locations to be repaired.
583 - Unclassified
It is requested that $30,000 be restored to this line item. This line
item is used to dispose of street excavation material and is based on current
and previous expenditures. During the last three months, $46,254.60 has been
spent to dispose of street excavation material.
021 - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
301 - Auto Allowance
It is requested that $600 be restored to this account. The current
expenditures in this account exceed $500 for the fiscal year with the month of
June still remaining. This line item is used to reimburse the Director of
Water for his expenses incurred while using his private vehicle to go to the
Plants and job sites of watermain repairs and new construction projects.
401 - Printing and Duplicating
It is requested that $300 be restored to this line item. Funds are
required to purchase printing and duplicating supplies for copy machines in the
Administrative and Billing offices.
031 - MECHANICAL SERVICES
460 - Building Materials
It is requested that $3,000 be restored to this line item. This account
is used to purchase materials to make repairs to Ward Station, Massachusetts
Station, Service Center, Filtration Plant and five Barracks. 465 - Plumbing,
Heat and Air Conditioning Material
It is requested that $4,000 be restored to this line item. This line item
is used to purchase pipe and fittings to repair steam lines in the Division of
Water. Based on current and previous expenditures and the age of the
equipment, the $500 is required to maintain the integrity of the plumbing and
heating system.
560 - Building Repairs and Alterations
It is requested that $5,500 be restored to this line item. Based on
normal repairs to the Massachusetts Avenue Station, Towers, Tanks, Ward Station
and Barracks the full amount will be required.
032 - SERVICING AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT
462 - Machinery and Equipment Maintenance Material
It is requested that $600 be restored to this line item. This line item
is used to repair machinery and equipment in the Service Center Garage. Based
on previous expenditures and age of current equipment, the full amount will be
required.
464 - Electric and Electronic Supplies
It is requested that $100 be restored to this line item. Based on
previous and current costs for normal operation, it is necessary to replace
light bulbs used by the Mechanics to provide sufficient light while working on
vehicles.
501 - Auto Body Repairs
It is requested that $2,000 be restored to this line item. Based on
current and previous expenditures and the current condition of the vehicles, it
will be necessary to repair the vehicle bodies in order to extend their service
life.
503 - Auto Transmission Service
It is requested that $2,000 be restored to this line item. It normally
costs approximately $800 to repair 8 transmission on a large service vehicle.
From past experience, insufficient funds are being allocated to repair
transmissions as we are experiencing constant breakdowns with the existing
equipment.
504 - Automotive - Other Services
It is requested that $1,000 be restored to this line item. Based on
current and previous expenditures to repair radiators, heating coils and
windows, it will be necessary to increase this line item.
535 - Membership Dues and Periodicals
It is requested that $200 be restored to this line item. This line item
is used to provide manuals for vehicle repairs. As new vehicles are purchased
and repairs made on vehicles, manuals are required to assist the Mechanics in
professional repairs. New 1991 vehicles have been ordered and manuals will be
required. to assist in servicing them.
CAPITAL OUTLAY
960 SPECIAL STRUCTURES AND FIND EQUIPMENT
Water Meters and Remote Registers
It is requested that $50,000 be restored to this line item. The American
Water Works Association recommends that water meters be replaced every ten
years as they begin to lose their accuracy. Inasmuch as the water meter is the
cash register for the system, it is necessary that old water meters be replaced
with new meters. City Ordinance also mandates that the City provide water
meters up to two inches in size. As meters are damaged and become old they
must be replaced. City Ordinance also requires all new construction be
furnished with a meter. The cost of the meter is added to the tapping charge
per Ordinance. In order to provide meters to those flat rate customers who
wish to have meters installed, to maintain existing meters in the system and to
provide meters to new customers, it is necessary that a minimum amount of
$50,000 be provided.
Valves
It is requested that $50,000 be restored to this line item. The minimum
amount of $50,000 will be required to repair those valves that break when they
are operated to segregate leaks in the system. There are 22,000 valves in the
distribution system and more than 80% are over one hundred years old. Needless
to say, when they are operated, valves are broken where the nuts and bolts no
longer hold and the bonnets explode.
980 - MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT (IN BUILDING)
Electrical Motor Controls - Grover Cleveland Tower
It is requested that $65,000 be restored to this line item. The present
motor control center at the Grover Cleveland Tower is 42 years old and
obsolete. Parts are no longer available for repairs. This system
automatically turns on and off when pressure drops dictate. This insures the
operation of the tower to maintain a sufficient water pressure supply for
domestic and fire protection use in the University Area of the City. If the
system should fail, it will be necessary to have the station manned around the
clock. It is absolutely necessary to restore these funds.
Hot Water Tanks
It is requested that $1,500 be restored to this line item. This line
item provides funds to purchase one hot water tank for the Bailey Avenue
Barracks. The present tank is leaking. This tank provides hot water for the
showers used by the Caulkers to clean up after they come in off the street.
Sump Pumps
It is requested that $5,000 be restored to this line item. The present
pumps are over 18 years old and parts are no longer available as they are
obsolete. It is necessary that the full amount be allocated to replace these
three (3) pumps which insure the protection of the equipment in the
sub-basement of the Massachusetts Pumping Station.
981 - PASSENGER CARS AND OTHER VEHICLES
It is requested that the full amount of $220,000 be restored to this line
item in order to purchase repair crew trucks, compressors and backhoe vehicles.
The justification for this line item can be found on Pages 5, 6 and 7 of the
Supporting Schedule for Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
982 - OPERATING EQUIPMENT
Backhoe
It is requested that $52,000 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 8 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Gas Monitoring Unit
It is requested that $10,000 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 10 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Hydraulic Saws
It is requested that $6,000 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 10 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Rock Drills
It is requested that $3,200 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 11 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Pipe Locators
It is requested that $1,000 be restored to this line item. It is
necessary to have pipe locations especially in the winter time when we are
trying to locate valve boxes which are under snow.
Chipping Hammers
It is requested that $1,800 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 12 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Mechanical Seals
It is requested that $11,000 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 14 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
Hydraulic Pavement Breakers
It is requested that $7,000 be restored to this line item. Justification
for this line item can be found on Page 14 of the Supporting Schedule for
Capital Outlay. Copy attached for your reference.
If you have any need for further explanation and justification for the
above requests, please do not hesitate to contact me.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.39
Claim for wages for Sandra Ortolano, 20 Fairchild Place, Buffalo, NY 14216
Mrs. Ortolano was appointed to the Department of Public Works,
Division of Engineering
, as a Laborer I (Seasonal) at a rate of $5.98/hr. on May 24, 1991.
Do to an oversight by this department
, Mrs. Ortolano's Certificate of Appointment was not filed until
Monday, June 3, 1991.
Mrs. Ortolano started work in this department on Friday
, May 24, 1991 and is due wages for
the following dates and amounts indicated.
Friday, May 24, 1991$47.84
Tuesday, May 28, 1991$47.84
Wednesday, May 29, 1991$47.84
Thursday
, May 30, 1991$47.84
Friday
, May 31, 1991$47.84
$239.20
MR.FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Public Works dated June
3, 1991 be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Public Works be and he hereby is authorized to
pay back wages to Sandra Ortolano in the amount of $239.40.
PASSED.
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.40
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment to become effective June 5, 1991, in the Department
of Public Works, Division of Engineering, Jeni Wozniak 27 Lombard St., Buffalo,
N.Y. 14206, to the position of Accountant, Temporary, at the starting salary of
$25,650.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE.
No.41
Mr. Arthur now left his seat in the Council Chambers
FROM THE CORPORATION COUNSEL
No.42
Rescind Sale of 1403-1413 Genesee Street
Purchaser -V. J. R. Holdings, Inc.
Item No. 119, C.C.P., May 8, 1990
By the above-mentioned item, Your Honorable Body authorized the
sale of the premises briefly described as above to: V. J. R. Holdings, Inc.
Ms. Veronica Graham, the President of v. J. R. Holdings, Inc., has not
responded to communications from the Law Department to effect transfer of said
property. Said officer of the corporation was properly informed regarding
forfeiture of their four hundred and forty ($440) dollar deposit.
Therefore, I request Your Honorable Body to authorize rescission of the
sale, forfeiture of the deposit and return of the premises to inventory for
future sale.
Attached is an approving motion to accomplish this purpose.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
No.43
Milton E. Schreier, Claim for Reimbursement for Sewer Repair Work, 63 Campbell
Avenue, Buffalo,
New York
Item 1188, C.C .P., May 28, 1991
You have requested an opinion from this department concerning
the referenced item.
Please be advised that said item and supporting documentation have been
forwarded to the General Manager of the Buffalo Sewer Authority per his
request.
We shall gladly supply you with an opinion after reviewing his report.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
No.44
212 Hertel Avenue - Wholesale Junkyard New Licensee and Expansion of Junkyard
Item No. 46, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
You have requested an opinion and/or recommendation from this
office regarding an application for a new license to conduct and operate the
business of a junkyard or junk dealer at an existing junkyard location and with
respect to expansion of the existing junkyard.
Please be advised that pursuant to Chapter 254 of the Ordinances of the
City of Buffalo certain procedures are required as follows:
l. Any person desiring to engage in either a retail or wholesale business
of buying, selling, storing junk, etc., must first procure a license from the
Director of Licenses who must refer the application to the Common Council
"which shall consider the impact of such activity upon the environment, upon
surrounding residential neighborhoods and upon other relevant factors such as
noise, foul odors, traffic patterns. . and factors of public health, safety and
welfare."
2. All such applications and any annual renewals are also required to be
referred by the Director of Licenses to the Commissioner of Inspections and
Community Revitalization, the Commissioner of Fire and the Commissioner of
Police, all of whom are required to undertake inspections and investigations
and promptly report to the Director of Licenses as to whether or not approval
and issuance of the license is recommended; .and if not recommended, stating
the reasons therefore.
3. "Any application for a license for a new location not previously
licensed must first be submitted by the applicant to the Common Council and
approved by it before any such application may be filed with the Director of
Licenses. " (Sec. 254-9).
This Department has not been supplied with any information from any of
the above-mentioned Commissioners nor has this Department been advised how
close to the proposed extended boundaries the nearest dwelling is located which
is an important consideration with respect to requirements for proper enclosure
or fencing requirements as provided under Sec. 254-Il.
Considering that the applicant intends to expand the boundaries of the
existing operation, compliance with the requirements of Sec. 254-Il as to
location, enclosures, structures and buildings shall be certified, in writing,
by the Director of New Construction to the Director of Licenses before any
license may be issued, renewed, or reissued for any such business, and it is
incumbent upon the applicant to furnish a plan showing the location and type of
fence or other structure required by this section to the Director of New
Construction.
This Department has not been made aware that there has been compliance
with these relevant Ordinance requirements.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
No.45
Investigate possible Conflict of Interest
Item No. 230, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
You have requested this department to review and comment on the
following: the disclosure to be supplied by Stuart Alexander with respect to
whether a legal and/or financial relationship exists or existed between Stuart
Alexander and Associates and attorney Henry E. Wyman; all contracts between any
agent of the City of Buffalo and Stuart Alexander and Associates.
Please be advised that this department has not received any of the above
documents; therefore, we are unable to comment at this time. However, once
such documents are received, we shall conduct a comprehensive review and
comment accordingly.
REFERRED TO THE COMMlTTEE ON LEGISLATION.
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
No.46
Tops Markets - Application to place seven signs
at 2131 Elmwood
Item No. 116, C.C.P., May 14, 1991
Attached for your information is the Short Environmental Assessment
Form for the project captioned above.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Community Development,
dated May 24, 1991 be received and filed; and
That Item No. 116, C.C.P., May 14, 1991 "Tops Markets-Application to
place seven signs at 2131 Elmwood" is an unlisted action as defined in 6 NYCRR
Part 617.2. The Common Council has approval power over this item, and is
therefore an involved agency as defined in 617.2. As part of an uncoordinated
review, the Common Council has evaluated an Environmental Assessment form (EAF)
on this item which has been completed by the applicant (Part 1) and by the City
Planning Board (Part II); and
Having made an independent assessment of the information contained in the
EAF, the Common Council adopts the findings set forth in Part II and, as a
result, finds that this proposed action will not result in any significant
adverse environmental impacts. Therefore, this Common Council issues a negative
declaration.
ADOPTED
No.47
R. Meyers - Application to convert
an existing store into a sit-in
restaurant. 3204 Bailey Avenue
Item No. 92, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
Attached for your information is the Short Environmental Assessment
Form for the matter captioned above.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Community Development
dated June 4, 1991 be received and filed; and
That Item No. 92, C.C.P.., May 28, 1991, "R. Meyers-Application to
convert an existing store into a sit-in restaurant" is an unlisted action as
defined in & NYCRR Part 617.2. The Common Council has approval power over this
item, and is therefore an involved agency as defined in 617.2. As part of an
uncoordinated review, the Common Council has evaluated an Environmental
Assessment form (EAF) on this item which has been completed by the applicant
(Part 1) and by the City Planning Board (Part II); and
Having made an independent assessment of the information contained in the
EAF, the Common Council adopts the findings set forth in Part II and, as a
result, finds that this proposed action will not result in any significant
adverse environmental impacts. Therefore, this Common Council issues a negative
declaration.
ADOPTED
No.48
J. O'Brien - Request to place a sidewalk cafe and awning in the right-of-way of
Tremont Avenue at the corner of 443 Forest Avenue.
Item No. 93, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
Attached for your information is the Short Environmental Assessment
Form for the project captioned above.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Community Development,
dated June 4, 1991 be received and filed; and
That Item No. 93, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, "J. O'Brien-Request to place
sidewalk cafe and awning in the right-of-way of Tremont Avenue at the corner of
443 Forest Avenue" is an unlisted action as defined in 6 NYCRR Part 617.2. The
Common Council has approval power over this item, and is therefore an involved
agency as defined in 617.2. As part of an uncoordinated review, the Common
Council has evaluated an Environmental Assessment form (EAF) on this item which
has been completed by the applicant (Part 1) and by the City Planning Board
(Part II); and
Having made an independent assessment of the information contained in the
EAF, the Common Council adopts the findings set forth in Part II and, as a
result, finds that this proposed action will not result in any significant
adverse environmental impacts. Therefore, this Common Council issues a negative
declaration.
ADOPTED
No.49
J. Lory - Application to build
encroaching portions of the facade
of 358 Delaware Ave. into the
right-of way.
Item No. 95, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
Attached for your information is the Short Environmental Assessment
Form for the project captioned above.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Community Development,
dated June 4, 1991 be received and filed; and
That Item No. 95, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, "J. Lory Application to build
encroaching portions of the facade of 358 Delaware Avenue into right-of-way "
is an unlisted action as defined in 6 NYCRR Part 617.2. The Common Council has
approval power over this item, and is therefore an involved agency as defined
in 617.2. As part of an uncoordinated review, the Common Council has evaluated
an Environmental Assessment form (EAF) on this item which has been completed by
the applicant (Part 1) and by the City Planning Board (Part II); and
Having made an independent assessment of the information contained in the
EAF, the Common Council adopts the findings set forth in Part II and, as a
result, finds that this proposed action will not result in any significant
adverse environmental impacts. Therefore, this Common Council issues a negative
declaration.
ADOPTED
No.50
Change Order # 2
Electrical Construction
East Clinton Senior Center
I herewith submit to Your Honorable Body the following increase
in contract for electrical construction work at the East Clinton Senior Center
performed by Goodwin Electric Corporation, Contract # 91542900:
Install (3) additional 20 amp circuits and outlets in kitchen area.
ADD $452.00
These additional circuits were necessary to provide for proper operation
of kitchen appliances associated with the meal program at the facility. The
related costs have been reviewed by our department and the project consultant
and are deemed to be fair and equitable. Funds for this work are available in
Bond Fund # 200-717-040.
A contract summary is as follows:
Original Contract Sum$68,190.00
C.O. #17,005.00
Amount This Change - #2452.00
Revised Contract Amount$75,647.00
I therefore recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize the Commissioner
of Community Development to issue a change order to Goodwin Electric
Corporation as set forth above.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Community Development
dated June 6, 1991, be and the same hereby is received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of Community Development be, and he hereby is,
authorized to issue a change order to the Goodwin Electric Corporation, in the
amount of $452.00 for additional work under the contract for the East Clinton
Senior Center, with said cost to be charged against Bond Fund #200-717-040.
PASSED.
AYES-11 NOES-0.
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF STREETS
No.51
BUDGET
The budget for the Streets Department proposed by the Council
would greatly hamper the operations of this department. In the present budget
we lost $180,000 in the vehicle repair line and did not receive all we needed
in our Capital budget. This year our Capital budget recommended by the Council
is $.O and our vehicle repair line has been cut from $200,000 to $50,000 and
our salt line has been cut from $630,00 to $500,000. The Mayor recommended the
$630,000 for salt after the vendors informed us that they will increase the
price because of added taxes and fuel costs. I will do the best to maintain
services the public expects but this may be a problem in light of the proposed
budget.
RECEIVED AND FlLED.
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF INSPECTIONS AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION
No.52
Authorization to submit 1991 Rental Rehabilitation Program Application
As you know, each year the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (N.O.D.) makes funding for the Rental Rehabilitation Program
available to communities on a national basis. Cities are then required to
submit applications to secure available funding.
The City of Buffalo has received a 1991 Rental Rehabilitation funding
commitment from H.U.D. in the amount of $343,000 and the application for these
funds is due June 24, 1991 (see attached funding notice).
Common Council authorization is required in order for Mayor James D. Griffin to
apply for available funding and correspondingly, authorization for the
submission of the 1991 Rental Rehabilitation Grant is hereby requested.
1991 Rental Rehabilitation funding will be administered by the Buffalo Urban
Renewal Agency and funds will be disbursed to eligible projects through
B.U.R.A..
Attached please find the following:
- H.U.D.. funding notice 1991 R.R.P.
- Rental Rehabilitation Program Description
- Activity up-date of the Rental Rehab Program (5/29/91)
listing final and on-going projects
- Federal Register Notice of Funding Availability
If I may be of any further assistance, please contact me at ext. 4913.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of Inspections and Community
Revitalization dated May 29, 1991 be received and filed; and
That the Mayor be and he hereby is authorized to apply for available
funding from H.U.D. for the 1991 Rental Rehabilitation Program and to submit
the 1991 Rental Rehabilitation Grant to H.U.D. and to execute any and all other
documents necessary therefor, said funds to be administered and disbursed to
eligible projects through B.U.R.A.
PASSED.
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.53
Report of Emergency Demolitions
Due to the very serious and hazardous condition of the properties
listed below, inspections were conducted by this department and it was
determined that immediate action was necessary due to (l) the structural
condition of the building and/or (2) the resulting dangerous and hazardous
condition which exists at the location, i.e. in accordance with guidelines
outlined in Chapter 113 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo.
Please be advised, therefore, that offers to demolish were solicited on May 2l,
1991 and that the contracts will be awarded to the following responsible
bidders:
Address and Owner Contractor and Dollar Amount of Bid
276 Baraga Integrated Waste Special Services
Highsmith Rogia
276 Baraga - Buffalo, NY 14210 $4951.00
193 Box Integrated Waste Special Services
Bryant Davis and Mary Prophet $5514.00
191 Box - Buffalo, NY 14211
1209-Il Fillmore Integrated Waste Special Services
James B. Robinson Jr.
46 Marshall - Buffalo, NY 14211 $21,399.00
233 Florida
Ben and Daisy Rosenthal Integrated Waste Special Services
233 Florida - Buffalo, NY 14203 $7201.00
1533 Genesee Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
William F. Lafferty
1533 Genesee - Buffalo NY 14211 $9155.00
805 Sycamore and Garage Integrated Waste Special Services
Fly Holding Inc. C/O PRK Properties $17,700.00
2317 Main St. - Buffalo,NY 14214
2186 Bailey Integrated Waste Special Services
Gregory Gumina
11 North Shore - Blasdell, NY 14219 $5972.00
1350 Broadway Integrated Waste Special Services
David and Stefanie Schnittker $9064.00
4469 Tonawanda Creek Rd.
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
185 Chester Integrated Waste Special Services
Hazel Williams $3894.00
185 Chester - Buffalo,NY 14211
205 Chester Integrated Waste Special Services
Ronald Gardner $3714.00
523 E. Ferry - Buffalo,NY
1279 E. Ferry Integrated Waste Special Services
Henry and Deborah Hall $3236.00
511 Winspear - Buffalo, NY
354 Goodyear Integrated Waste Special Services
Joelia Brice $4240.00
1060 Ellicott Sq. Bldg.
Buffalo,NY 14202
30 Hollister Front and Rear Integrated Waste Special Services
Gotham Capital Corp $8482.00
PO Box 10576
Rochester
, New York
105 Landon Rear Integrated Waste Special Services
John Grant $3978.00
1069 Ellicott - Buffalo, NY
197-201 Masten Integrated Waste Special Services
Joyce E. Connor $13,904.00
336 East Loretta
Stockton, California
308 Mortimer Rear Sable Contracting
Jeannie Chambers $3700.00
133 Goulding - Buffalo, NY
32 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Adrianne Gaiter $7185.00
54 Freeman - Buffalo,NY
124 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Ernest and Rose Lykes $4504.00
178 Krettner - Buffalo, NY
181 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Mary C. Johnson $5869.00
181 Peckham - Buffalo, NY
873-875 Seneca Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
Judy Gajewski $11,500.00
77 William - Buffalo, NY
1301 Sycamore Integrated Waste Special Services
Thomas J. Miller $6396.00
171 Pryor - Tonawanda, NY 14150
121 Welker Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
Johnny G. and Mary Ann Hatten $4400.00
46 Warren - Buffalo, NY
548 Wilson Advanced Tree/House Demolition
Damali A. Bysshe $4494.00
588 E. Amherst
Buffalo, NY 14215
Please be further advised that the demolition contractor will arrange for the
water and sewer termination and that the cost is included in the cost of the
project.
We, therefore, respectfully request that upon approval by your honorable body
and inspections made by this department, that the cost of the project be
charged to the Special Assessment Fund #500-00O-002-0O0OO, and that said cost
shall be collected against the owner or person in possession benefitted, under
the provision of Chapter 113 of the Ordinances.
MR. FAHEY MOVED:
That the communication from the Department of Inspections and Community
Revitalization, dated May 22, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the award by the Commissioner of Inspection and Community
Revitalization of emergency demolition contracts as listed below, be, and the
same hereby are confirmed, ratified and approved, with said costs to be charged
against Special Assessment Fund 1/500-000-002-00000, and that said costs be
assessed against the properties benefitted and collected from the parties
responsible under the provisions of Chapter XI, Article VII, of the Ordinances
of the City of Buffalo.
Address and Owner Contractor and Dollar Amount of Bids
276 Baraga Integrated Waste Special Services
Highsmith Rogia $4,951.00
276 Baraga, Buffalo, NY 14210
193 Box Integrated Waste Special Services
Bryant Davis and Mary Prophet $5,514.00
191 Box, Buffalo, NY 14211
1209-11 Fillmore Integrated Waste Special Services
James B. Robinson, Jr. $21,399.00
46 Marshall, Buffalo, NY 14211
2,33 Florida Integrated Waste Special Services
Ben and Daisy Rosenthal $7,201.00
233 Florida, Buffalo, NY 14203
1533 Genesee Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
William F. Lafferty $9,155.00
1533 Genesee, Buffalo, NY 14211
805 Sycamore and Garage Integrated Waste Special Services
Fly Holding Inc. $17,700.00
c/o PRK Properties
2317 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14214
2186 Bailey Integrated Waste Special Services
Gregory Gumina $5,972.00
11 North Shore, Blasdell, NY 14219
308 Mortimer Rear Sable Contracting
Jeannie Chambers $3,700.00
133 Goulding, Buffalo, NY
32 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Adrianne Gaiter $7,185.00
54 Freeman, Buffalo, NY
124 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Ernest and Rose Lykes $4,504.00
178 Krettner, Buffalo, NY
181 Peckham Integrated Waste Special Services
Mary C. Johnson $5,869.00
181 Peckham, Buffalo, NY
873-875 Seneca Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
Judy Gajewski $11,500.00
77 William, Buffalo, NY
130 Sycamore Integrated Waste Special Services
Thomas J. Miller $6,396.00
171 Pryor, Tonawanda, NY 14150
121 Welker Advanced Tree / House Demolition
Johnny G. and Mary Ann Hatten $4,400.00
46 Warren, Buffalo, NY
548 Wilson Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
Damali A. Byssh $4,494.00
588 East Amherst
Buffalo, NY 14215
PASSED.
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.54
Report of Emergency Demolitions
Due to the very serious and hazardous condition of the properties
listed below, inspections were conducted by this department and it was
determined that immediate action was necessary due to (l) the structural
condition of the building and or (2) the resulting dangerous and hazardous
condition which exists at the various locations, i.e., in accordance with
guidelines outlined in Chapter 113 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo.
Please be advised, therefore, that offers to demolish were solicited on June 6,
1991. The contracts was awarded to the following lowest bidders:
Address and Owner Contractor And Dollar Amount of Bid
1468 Genesee and Garage Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
City of Buffalo $12,386.00
763 Humboldt Pkwy Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
City of Buffalo $11,120.00
825-29 East Ferry Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
City of Buffalo $7,354.00
534-36 Broadway Ridge Maintenance
City of Buffalo $18,890.00
323 Landon Advanced Tree /House Demolition
City of Buffalo $5,840.00
674 Broadway Pilot Construction
City of Buffalo $11,620.00
2156-58-60-62 Fillmore Advanced Tree/ House Demolition
City of Buffalo $19,439.00
108 Riley Pilot Construction
City of Buffalo $3500.00
Please be further advised that the demolition contractor will arrange for the
water and sewer termination and that the cost is included in the cost of the
project.
We, therefore, respectfully request that upon approval by your honorable body
and inspections made by this department
, that the cost of the project be charged to this department's
Capital Outlay Account #l00-241-085-O0-900.
The balance of the Capital Outlay Fund #100-241-085-00-900 in the amount of
$35,669.00, for the fiscal year of July l, 1990 to June 30, 1991. Be allotted
for the demolition of. the buildings located at 258 Shumway and 1328 Jefferson,
which are owned by the City of Buffalo.
Demolition Bids for the buildings located at 258 Shumway and 1328 Jefferson
will be solicited on June 10, 1991 at 10 a.m. in Room 304 City Hall.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Department of Inspections and Community
Revitalization, dated June 6, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the award by the Commissioner of Inspections and Community
Revitalization of an emergency demolition contracts as listed below be, and the
same hereby are confirmed, ratified and approved, with said costs to be charged
against the Department's Capital Outlay Account # 100-241-085-OO-900, and that
said costs shall be assessed against the properties benefitted and collected
from the parties responsible under the provisions of Chapter XI, Article VII,
of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo:
Address and Owner Contractor & Dollar Amount of Bid
1468 Genesee & Garage Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $12,386.00
763 Humboldt Pkwy. Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $11,120.00
825-29 East Ferry Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $7,354.00
534-36 Broadway Ridge Maintenance
City of Buffalo $18,890.00
323 Landon Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $5,840.00
674 Broadway Pilot Construction
City of Buffalo $11,620.00
2156-58-60-62 Fillmore Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $19,439.00
108 Riley Pilot Construction
City of Buffalo $3,500.00
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.55
Report of Emergency Demolitions
Due to the very serious and hazardous condition of the properties
listed below, inspections were conducted by this department and it was
determined that immediate action was necessary due to (l) the structural
condition of the building and/or (2) the resulting dangerous and hazardous
condition which exists at the various locations, i.e., in accordance with
guidelines outlined in Chapter 113 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo.
Please be advised, therefore, that offers to demolish were solicited on June
10, 1991. The contracts was awarded to the following lowest bidders:
Address and Owner Contractor and Dollar Amount of Bid
258 Shumway Mainline Contracting
City of Buffalo $12,600.00
217 Carlton Advanced Tree and House Demolition
City of Buffalo $4,625.00
152 Orange Front and Rear Lebis Contracting
City of Buffalo $3,600.00
Please be further advised that the demolition contractor will arrange for the
water and sewer termination and that the cost is included in the cost of the
project.
We, therefore, respectfully request that upon approval by your honorable body
and inspections made by this department, that the cost of the project be
charged to this department's Capital Outlay Account #100-241-085-00-900.
On the Council Communication dated June 6, 1991, the building located at 1328
Jefferson was to be bid for Emergency Demolition on June 10, 1991. The building
was sold at auction by the Real Estate Division, therefore the demolition order
has been withdrawn.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Department of Inspections and Community
Revitalization, dated June 10, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the award by the Commissioner of Inspections and Community
Revitalization of emergency demolition contracts as listed below be, and the
same hereby are confirmed, ratified and approved, with said costs to be charged
against the Department's Capital Outlay Account #100-241 -085-00-900 and that
said costs be assessed against the properties benefitted and collected from the
parties responsible under the provisions of Chapter XI, Article VII, of the
Ordinances of the City of Buffalo:
Address and Owner Contractor & Dollars Amount of Bid
258 Shumway Mainline Contracting
City of Buffalo $12,600.00
217 Carl ton Advanced Tree & House Demolition
City of Buffalo $4,625.00
152 Orange Front & Rear Lebis Contracting
City of Buffalo $3,600.00
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
No.56
REPLY TO AUDIT
DIVISION OF TREASURY
ITEM #13 - C.C.P. 5/28/91
The Division of the Treasury has received and reviewed the audit
completed by the Department of Audit and Control for the period of January l,
1990 to June 30, 1990.
Treasury finds this audit complete and appreciates the recognition
Treasury receives for its attention to City of Buffalo and the Buffalo Sewer
Authority revenues as well as to the taxpayers and employees of the City of
Buffalo.
Treasury is pleased to be advised that the Department of Audit finds
Treasury's system of internal control of daily cash receipts satisfactory and
that cash receipts are accurately reconciled and reported on the daily summary
of Treasury receipts and daily report of teller receipts with some receipts
substantiated by source documents.
During the period of this audit, Treasury worked with the Department of
Audit and Control to transfer adjustment Trust and Agency receipts to the
general fund as stated in Treasury's previous audit.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF GENERAL SERVICES
No.57
SURPLUS MOTORCYCLE AUCTION
DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
ON MAY 29, 1991, THE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES ACCEPTED OPEN
BIDS FOR THE SALE OF SURPLUS MOTORCYCLES FORM THE CITY OF BUFFALO POLICE
DEPARTMENT. THE MOTORCYCLES, HIGHEST BIDDER AND AMOUNT OF BID ARE AS FOLLOWS:
PC-03, 1971 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER$4,000.00
PC-0in, 1968 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER4,700.00
PC- 16, 1971 HA/DA THOMAS SULLIVAN4,200.00
PC-17, 1970 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER4,6oo.oo
PC-26, 1970 HA/DA JERRY WILSON4,65o.oo
PC-20, 1984 MUNICIPAL MARVIN MOLTRUR1,000.00
PC-21, 1984 MUNICIPAL SO. BFLO AUTO PARTS200.00
(WRECKED)
$23,350.00
ATTACHED ARE PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE AUCTIONED MOTORCYCLES. REQUEST YOUR APPROVAL
TO DISPOSE OF THESE ITEMS TO THE HIGH BIDDER LISTED ABOVE.
MR. FAHEY MOVED
That the communication from the Commissioner of General Services, dated
June 3, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of General Services be authorized to dispose of
surplus motorcycles to the highest bidders as follows:
PC-03, 1971 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER$ 4,000.00
PC-04, 1968 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER4,700.00
PC-I 6, 1971 HA/DA THOMAS SULLIVAN4,200.00
PC-IT, 1970 HA/DA JOSEPH BARBER4,600.00
PC-26, 1970 HA/DA JERRY WILSON4,650.00
PC-20, 1984 MUNICIPAL MARVIN MOLTRUR 1,000.00
PC -21, 1984 MUNICIPAL SO. BFLO AUTO PARTS200.00
(WRECKED)
$23,350.00
PASSED.
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.58
SALE OF SCRAP BATTERIES BID #0416
The City of Buffalo has for sale on a continuing basis scrap batteries.
I am advising your Honorable Body that the Division of Purchase sent out
sixteen (16) bids to scrap processors and battery dealers for the sale of these
batteries.
Four (4) bids were returned at the bid opening on May 13, 1991. See
attached bid tabulation.
I recommend that your Honorable Body approve the award to the responsible
high bidder, Wm. Kngler & Bro., Inc., 5220 Junction Road, Lockport, NY 14094.
MR. FAHEY moved:
That the communication from the Commissioner of General Services dated
June 6, 1991 be received and filed; and
That the Commissioner of General Services be and he hereby is authorized
to award a contract to Wm. Kugler & Bro., Inc., the highest bidder, for the
sale of scrap batteries in the amount of $.0275 per pound.
PASSED.
AYES-11 NOES-0.
FROM THE MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
No.59
Proposed Budget Reductions
I am writing on behalf of the Civil Service Commission in regard
to Your Honorable Body's proposed reduction of this Commission's 1991-1992
budget.
Realizing the fiscal constraints of the City of Buffalo, this Commission has
made every effort to reduce our budget to a bare minimum. The proposed
1991-1992 budget of $570,516. is a decrease of $126,506. or 18.6% reduction
from our original 1990-1991 budget. To reduce this figure an additional
$23,015. would be a tremendous strain on this Commission, and certainly will
hamper the operation of our department.
As stated in the hearing before Your Honorable Body on May 16, 1991, figures in
this Commission's 1991-1992 budget reflect an increase in spending in certain
line items from 1990-1991 due to this Commission's plan to administer Police
Officer and Firefighter examinations in the coming fiscal year.
The attachment to this communication reflects this Commission's anticipated
spending in the areas where you propose additional reduction. This Commission
is confident that after review you will agree your proposed reductions are not
feasible.
Thank you for your consideration in reviewing the attached. If you have any
questions in this regard, please contact me.
I request an opportunity to meet before Your Honorable Body to discuss this
matter. Please contact me regarding the same.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.60
Appt. Asst. Corp. Counsel (Max) -Heftka Only
Com. #56, CCP 5/14/91
At a meeting held on [-lay 29, 1991 the Commission considered
a communication dated [lay 21, 1991 from Kaaren Luparello
, Council Staff, requesting
information relative to the residency requirement as it relates to the appointment of Assistant Corporation Counsel Robert
V. Heftka.
You have requested information on how many times the Civil Service Commission
has notified a department head that employees did not meet the residency
requirement, and the number of times a department head did not take action
after being notified of the same. In addition, you asked how many times the
Civil Service Commission held an employee's paycheck because he or she did not
meet the residence requirement.
Be advised that Rule 10, subdivision 4, of the Rules for the Classified Civil
Service of the City of Buffalo authorizes the Civil Service Commission to waive
the residence requirement for City of Buffalo employees. It has been the
practice of this Commission to waive the residence requirement for a six-month
period to allow a candidate to establish residence in the City of Buffalo when
an appointing authority proves the number of resident applicants is inadequate
for selection for appointment. In all cases an appointing authority must make
a request for a waiver of residency prior to appointment.
If it is brought to this Commission's attention that an employee of the City of
Buffalo is not a resident of the city, the department head is notified of the
same and requested to investigate the matter. If there is substantial evidence
that an individual is not a resident of the City of Buffalo, this office will
take appropriate action.
In all cases, the department heads have acted on the inquiry of this
Commission.
A review of our files indicates there have not been any check holds by this
Commission due to the fact that an employee failed to establish residence in
the City of Buffalo within the allowable six-month time period.
I trust this satisfies your inquiry.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE.
FROM THE CITY CLERK
No.61
Requests for use of Delaware Park Casino
I have received a request for the sublease of the Delaware Park
Casino
From For
Mr. Robert O'Hara his daughters wedding reception on August 18, 1991. This
request is also for the approval of the use of alcohol at this event.
The request was received by me and forwarded to the Delaware Park Casino
Committee:
c/o Hon. Alfred T. Coppola on May 31, 1991.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.62
Notification of Disposition of City Records
The following department(s) requested to dispose of city records
as indicated on the attached form(s). I have authorized the disposition of
these records in my capacity as City Records Management Officer.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.63
Automobile Transportation Allowances
The following departments have filed the required copies of certificates
relative to the granting of Automobile Transportation Allowances for employees
in their respective departments:
Human Resources
RECEIVED ID FILED.
No.64
Liquor License Applications
Attached hereto are communications from persons applying for liquor
licenses from the Erie County Alcohol Beverage Control Board.
Address Business Name Owner's Name
1564 So. Park Ave. Chipmunk Room W. Singethal Sr.
652 So. Ogden St. Desiderios Impazz of Bflo., Inc.
1084 Sycamore-St. H. Hill & o. Kirksey
667 Grant St. Grant Central Station D. MacKinnon
865 Elk St. Buffalo River Landing Wm. Harthett & J. Hyland
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.65
Leaves of Absences Without Pay
I transmit herewith communications received by me, reporting the
granting of leaves of absences without pay, in various departments as listed:
Public Works-JAMES CARUBBA, JR.
Parks- JAMES J. WOJCIK
Corporation Counsel-ROSE VAN KERKHOVEN, MARIA L. DINES
Human Resources-ELIZABETH J. WILK
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.66
Reports of Attendance
Various Boards, Etc.
I transmit herewith communications received by me from various
Boards, Commissions, Agencies and Authorities, reporting the membership
attendance at their respective meetings:
City Planning Board
Civil service Commission
Home Improvement Advisory Board
Zoning Board of Appeals
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.67
Notices of Appointments - Council Interns
I transmit herewith appointments to the position of Council Intern.
Mr. Fahey moved approval of appointments to the position of Council Intern.
ADOPTED.
Appointment to become effective May 28, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk
Michelle Parker 215 Geary St., Buffalo, N.Y. 14210, to the position of Intern
III, Non-Competitive at the starting salary of $5.00/hr.
Appointment to become effective May 28, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
To the position of Intern IV, Non-Competitive. at the starting Salary of: $6.00
per hr.
Chad P. Jakubowski 14 Beyer Buffalo, 14210
Brian P. Webster 179 West Woodside Buffalo, 14220
Appointment to become effective May 29, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
to the position of Intern IV, Non-Competitive, at the starting salary of $ 6.00
per hr.
Jessica L. Kelly 90 Meriden, Buffalo, 14220
Ancrea J. Gilmour, 302 Cumberland Ave., Buffalo, 14220
Appointment to become effective May 31, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
to the position of Intern IV, Non-Competitive, at the starting salary of: $
6.00 pr. hr.
Michael P. Hughes 30 Whitfield, Buffalo, 14220
Michael J. Nolan 7 Hillside Ave. Buffalo, 14210
Appointment to become effective May 31, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
to the position of Intern IV, Non-Competitive, at the starting salary of: $
6.00 Per hr.
James E. Lafferty 20 McClellan Cir., Buffalo, 14220
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
Carmen H. Rivera 53 West Ave., Buffalo, 14201 to the position of Intern IV,
Non-Competitive, at the starting salary of: $ 6.00 Per Hr.
Appointment to become effective June 5, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
Eddie Negron 235 Hudson, Buffalo, 14201, to the position of Intern IV,
Non-Competitive at the starting salary of: $ 6.00 Per Hr
Appointment to become effective June 6, 1991 in the Department of City Clerk,
James C. Keane 151 Whitfield, Buffalo, N.Y. 14220, to the position of Intern
IV, Non- Competitive, at the starting salary of: $ 6.00 per hr.
No.68
Notices of Appointments
I transmit herewith communications received by me, reporting appointments
made in various departments. (Minimum, Flat Rate, Hourly, Etc.)
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE.
Charles L. Michaux, III
City Clerk
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF AUDIT AND CONTROL
Appointment to become effective June 6, 1991 in the Department
of Audit and Control, Division of Real Estate, Michael Weinstein 50 Inwood,
Buffalo, 14209, to the position of Laborer I, Seasonal, at the starting salary
of $5,98/hr.
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Appointment to become effective May 24, 1991 in the Department
of Public Works, Division of Engineering, Sandra Ortolano 20 Fairchild,
Buffalo, 14216, to the Position of Laborer I, Seasonal, at the starting Salary
of: $5.98/hr.
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991 in the Department of Public Works,
Division of Water, Phyllis A. Dombrowski 477 Fillmore, Buffalo, 14206, to the
Position of Account Clerk-Typist, Permanent at the starting salary of: $ 18,425
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991, in the Department
of Parks Division of Recreation to the position of Lifeguard Seasonal at the
starting Salary of: $ 4.33/hr.
Colleen Lalley 81 Densmore Buffalo New York 14220
Carrie McCarthy 83 Ramona Avenue Buffalo New York 14220
Linda Pernick 18 Wyandette Avenue Buffalo New York 14207
Frank Rodriguez 204 West Tupper Buffalo New York 14201
John Rodriguez 204 West Tupper Buffalo New York 14201
Dennis Sanders 40 Fosdick Street Buffalo New York 14209
Katie Talty 57 Choate Avenue
Buffalo new York 14220
Rodney Baca 22 Thomas Street Buffalo New York 14206
Kenny Benton 1099 Michigan Avenue, Buffalo New York 14209
Paul Delano 807 Bird Avenue, Buffalo New York 14222
Andrew Dorio 2001 Main Street Buffalo New York 14208
Elizabeth Gardner 28 Robins Street Buffalo New York 14220
Gregory Harris 45 Woodlawn Avenue Buffalo New York 4209
Sean Kelly 37 Dakota Street Buffalo New York 14216
VerneIl King 128 Butler Avenue Buffalo New York 14208
Appointment to become effective May 31, 1991 in the Department of Parks
Division of Recreation To the Position of Supervising Lifeguard Seasonal at the
starting salary of: $ 5.25/hr,
Anthony Gajkowski 1326 Broadway, Buffalo New York 14212
Michael Kane 184 Tuscarora Road Buffalo New York 14220
Michael Kearns 138 Hubbell Street Buffalo New York 14220
Karen Lalley 81 Densmore Buffalo New York 14220
Scott Noga 56 Gatchell Street Buffalo new York 14212
Eric Robinson 359 Koons Avenue Buffalo New York 14211
Michael Tonovitz 15 Merrimac Buffalo new York 14214
Appointment to become effective June 5, 1991 in the Department of Parks,
Division of Recreation To the Position of Supervising Lifeguard Seasonal at the
starting salary of: $ 5.25/hr.
Paul Flanagan 43 Hammerschmidt Buffalo New York 14210
Christina Gannon 166 Choate Buffalo New York 14220
David Hassett 844 Potomac Buffalo, N.Y. 14209
Appointment to become effective May 30, 1991 in the Department of Parks,
Division of Recreation To the position of Laborer II, Seasonal at the starting
salary of: $ 6.65 per hour
Mark Lelley 21 Edgewood Buffalo New York 14220
Joseph Langdon 311 Downing Buffalo New York 14220
Peter Mann Jr. 48 Downing Buffalo New York 14220
Neil Conte 772 Tifft Street Buffalo New York 14220
Diana Erdt 202 Wilson Street Buffalo New York 14212
Randal Fogan 78 Hamlin Road Buffalo New York 14208
Vincent McCarthy 26 Sunset Buffalo new York 14207
Eugene Mullen 1567 South Park Buffalo New York 14220
John OLeary 100 Ryan Street Buffalo New York 14210
Timothy Overdorf 176 Mackinaw Buffalo New York 14204
David Phillips 98 Mlllicent Avenue Buffalo new York 14215
FROM THE CORPORATION COUNSEL
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991 in the Department, of law, Joyce
J. Manch 319 Lincoln Pkwy., Buffalo, 14216, to the position of Assistant
Corporation Counsel, Temporary, at the starting salary of $39,538.
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF STREET SANITATION
Appointment to become effective May 31, 1991 in the Department of Street
Sanitation Edward C. Hall 91 Nottingham Terrace, Buffalo, 14216, to the
position of Laborer II, seasonal, at the starting salary of $6.65/hr.
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991 in the Department of street
Sanitation to the position of Laborer II, seasonal, at the starting salary of
$6.65/hr.
Michael R. Canfield 632 West Avenue Buffalo, New York 14213
Raymond P. Hehir 176 Arbour Lane Buffalo, New York 14220
Alfonse A. Monaco 31 Woodside Avenue Buffalo, New York 14220
Appointment to become effective June 5, 1991 in the Department of Street
Sanitation, Michael P. Kearns 138 Hubbell Ave, Buffalo, 14220. to the position
of Laborer II, seasonal, at the starting salary of $6.65 per hour
Appointment to become effective June 3, 1991 in the Department of Street
Sanitation, Timothy P. Burke 686 McKinley Pkwy., Buffalo, 14220, to the
position of Laborer II, Permanent, at the starting salary of $8.59 per hour
Timothy P. Burke 686 Mckinley Parkway Buffalo, New York 14220
NON-OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS AND REMONSTRANCES
NON-OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS
No.69
CANISIUS COLLEGE
Favor Ordinance Amendment -
Hamlin Park Overlay Review District
Thank you very much for your letter of May 29, 1991, asking for
reactions of Canisius College to the ordinance amendment to Chapter 511,
Section 68.1, Hamlin Park Overlay Review District.
After thorough study of the proposed amendment, I can report that
Canisius College would have no objection to it.
Just for the record, I should like to express my curiosity as to why
Canisius College was not consulted or given any previous information about the
original passage of the legislation establishing the "Hamlin Park Overlay
Review District". I understand that affected parties are generally notified of
pending legislation. I do not recall being consulted or informed in this case.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
No.70
MARIO M. CUOMO
Reply to concerns Regarding
East Side Rapist
Governor Cuomo has asked me to thank you for your recent letter
and for the copy of the resolution, adopted by the Buffalo Common Council,
concerning the "East Side Rapist."
May I begin by expressing my feelings of shared outrage at this series of
attacks upon innocent children on the East Side of the City of Buffalo. As a
parent, I can fully understand the frustration of those who have been closest
to the victims in these cases.
I have been informed by New York State Police Superintendent Thomas A.
Constantine that members of his agency have been in regular contact with the
Buffalo Police Department concerning this matter.
The New York State Police provides assistance to local agencies through
its Sexual Assault Lead Tracking System. This computerized program is employed
to assess and evaluate information developed in cases of a serial type with a
view toward discovering similarities among cases, with the hope that it will
help lead to a successful conclusion. Additionally, the State Police provides
violent crime analysis information through its Criminal Profiling and
Behavioral Service Unit. These programs are available to local agencies, upon
request.
Superintendent Constantine has directed the Troop "A" Commander, Major
Salvatore F. Valvo, to meet with Police Commissioner Ralph V. Degenhart to
discuss the availability of these programs and State Police willingness to
assist.
It is hoped that this meeting will bring about a level of cooperation
that will address the concerns expressed in the resolution. It is my belief
that a unilateral move to have the State Police enter this investigation at
this time is not in the best interest of the investigation.. My desire is that
a mutually agreed upon cooperative effort be employed.
Again, thank you for informing the Governor of the City Council's
concerns and recommendations. I remain hopeful of a speedy resolution to this
most serious matter.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.71
CITY OF BUFFALO
BOARD OF ETHICS
CATV Committee
The Board of Ethics has been meeting on the issues raised in your
February 27, 1991 correspondence. After careful deliberations and the taking
of testimony, we have unanimously concluded that there is no reasonable cause
for a formal hearing in accordance with Section 65 of the Code.
Secondarily, we did not find any impropriety in the selection process
sufficient to warrant reversal or reconsideration of the Public Access Policy
Board's recommendation. It appears that Mr. Springer, while present during the
Executive Session in question, did not actually participate in any fashion at
said meeting and abstained from voting, having earlier disclosed his possible
conflict of interest. We are satisfied that Mr. Springer's disclosure of his
affiliation with the BCT did not impact adversely upon PAPB's consideration of
the merits of all proposals.
Please call me with any further questions or comments.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.72
HAMLIN PARK COMMUNITY AND
TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
OPPOSE AMENDING HAMLIN PARK ORDINANCE
WE ARE AGAINST AMENDING THE HAMLIN PARK OVERLAY REVIEW DISTRICT,
AS SUBMITTED BY COUNCILMEMBER AT LARGE EUGENE FAHEY, SUBSECTION (B) OF SECTION
68.1 OF CHAPTER 511. THE EFFECT OF RECONSIDERATION OF THE ORIGINAL ORDINANCE
ENACTED MARCH 19,1991 SEEMS REDUNDENT AND SURELY IT SEEMS THAT AN INSTITUTE HAS
THE POWER OVER THE CITIZENS, ESPECIALLY A TAX FREE INSTITUTION.
THE TIME SPENT ON GAINING SUPPORT FOR THE HAMLIN PARK OVERVIEW DISTRICT WAS
INDICATIVE WHAT CITIZENS WORKING WITH THEIR GOVERNMENT CAN AND DO ACCOMPLISH.
LETS NOT TURN AROUND A VERY GOOD ORDINANCE AS PRESENTLY ESTABLISH.
WE PRAY THAT THIS COMMON COUNCIL HEAR THE VOICES OF ITS 'ELECTORATE AND VOTE
THIS SCHEME DOWN.
"PEOPLE ARE INFINITE, INSTITUTIONS COME AND GO."
REFERRED TO THE COMMlTTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.73
Horizons Waterfront Commission, Inc.
DEDICATE TIMES BEACH NATURE PRESERVE
In response to Item #183, C.C.P. May 28, 1991, we wish to commend
Council President Arthur and the Council for the positive intent of this
resolution. As you note in your resolution draft, the Horizons Waterfront
Commission draft Action Plan of May 15, 1991, in its illustrative drawings,
suggests the preservation of the Times Beach area as a nature preserve.
As you are aware, we are currently in a review and comment period with regard
to the draft Action Plan and soon will initiate more detail design work for
several sites on the Erie County waterfront, including the Buffalo Outer
Harbor. Those design activities will surely focus in part on the kinds of
activities that can enhance the Times Beach area and enhance its contribution
to the total Outer Harbor. Part of that will be an assessment of future
implications of suggested uses with particular emphasis on health and safety
issues associated with human physical access to the area, given the fact that
the Times Beach area contains hazardous materials. We hope and trust that the
Council will join us in this next phase of work.
Given that, we respectfully suggest that any formal dedication of the Times
Beach area be deferred until the full assessment of its potentials can be made.
Thank You again for affording us the opportunity to comment on this matter.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.74
ADVISORY COUNCIL
to
BUFFALO HOUSING COURT
TWELFTH ANNUAL REPORT
Enclosed within you will find a copy of the Twelfth Annual Report
of the Advisory Council to the City of Buffalo Housing Court, Buffalo, New
York.
Your comments and inquiries are sought and will be appreciated.
REFERRED TO THE COMMlTTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.75
MARIO IULIANO
Appeal Preservation Board Decision
Windows-330 Maryland
My request for replacement of two sets of original paired double-hung
windows with new windows that are shorter in height, was twice denied by the
Preservation board on November 2, 1989 and February 21, 1991.
The decision to deny ply request was made based on the fact that the board
feels the change would alter the historic qualities of the structure.
The Preservation Hoard suggested that I Jeep the original double-hung windows
and that I modify the Kitchens interior in such a manner that would not disturb
the windows. Plans were drawn up by the Hoard and having reviewed them I found
these plans to be too costly and out of my fiscal range.
Anxious to begin work on the kitchen, I went ahead with the repairs without
realizing the difficulties involved in getting new windows installed.
At this time, I am appealing to the Common Council. I am seeking permission to
install smaller windows inside the original paired double-hung windows which
presently exist, thus keeping the same appearance from the outside but at the
same time allowing me to open and close these windows.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.76
MR. & MRS. JOSEPH KACZMARZ
Oppose Changing name of Seward Street to Victoria
Per conversation with Councilman Norman Bakos on 6-3-91, I am
contesting the changing of Seward St. to Victoria as proposed by Paul Mielcarek
of 43 So. Pontiac.
Mr. Mielcarek has told Councilman Bakos he has a Seward address, which is
not true. His license, car registrations, telephone listing, deed, tax
assessment record, etc. all list his property as 43 So. Pontiac although his
home, like mine face Seward St. He also claims he is embarrassed by the name
Seward and wants the street to be named after his wife.
I have just built a home on Seward also. Its the same situation,
although my tax assessment is listed as 131 Holly, my home faces Seward, as
does 3 to 5 other lots.
If any change is made I feel that all property owners, including PRZ
enterprises owners of the majority properties and my husband and myself should
have a say a< to what the change should be. Personally I would like it to be
called Creekside Drive. I do not like Victoria anymore than Seward.
I understand that being a building inspector for the city of Buffalo as
Mr. Mielcarek is does give him an edge, however all parties should have an
equal say or no changes should be made at all.
Once again, I feel this change will cause more hassle with us having to
change deeds, charges and licenses, etc. and feel I should have just as much to
say as Paul.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.77
KLEINHANS MUSIC HALL MANAGEMENT. INC.
Oppose Additions to Music Hall Board
I am in receipt of a copy of Donna Davis' letter to Douglas J.
Lengyel, Executive Director of Kleinhans Music Hall Management, Inc., dated May
30, 1991, with copy of the proposed resolution by Carl A. PerIa, Jr. and David
P. Rutecki:
"Expand Board-Kleinhans Mgmt. Cin. '(Res. #234, C.C.P. May 28, 1991)'"
Our Board does not think it advisable to at this time expand our Board
membership.
We are now in the process of filling one existing vacancy on our Board
and we may have another vacancy later this year.
We are, of course, sensitive to the wishes and needs of the residents
living in the Kleinhans Music Hall neighborhood and do in fact desire to
heighten our communication with them. Either Doug Langyel or I (and in most
cases, both of us) have attended each of the Neighborhood Association meetings
to which we have been invited.
Insofar as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, our primary tenant, two of
our Kleinhans Music Hall Management, Inc. Board of Directors are members of the
Board of Directors of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, Inc., I being
a former Chairman of the Orchestra Board and John N. Walsh III being a life
member of that Board. We certainly are sensitive to the Orchestra's needs and
wish to heighten our communication with the
Orchestra Board, but it must be remembered that the Hall must serve our other
tenants and a number of other users of the Hall and constituencies, as well.
Finally, given the nature of the Kleinhans Music Hall Board's duties and
responsibilities, we do not think it would be productive to at this time
increase our Board members, we believing that we are more effective with the
present, small working Board format.
We would be more than pleased to supplement this letter by appearing
before your Committee, if you would like us to do so, and trust that no action
will be taken on this proposed resolution without further consultation with us
and affording us an opportunity to do so.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
No.78
N.Y. S. DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
Nature Preserve-Times Beach
Thank you for your letter of May 28, 199l in which you share the
City's ordinance amendment (Item 163 C.C.P. May 28, 1991) regarding the
Dedication of Times Beach as a Nature Preserve.
The Times Beach site is currently a listed inactive hazardous waste site.
A number of independent studies have been performed on this unique area by the
United States Army Corps of Engineers and others. Department staff are
carefully reviewing the results of these efforts to determine, among other
things, whether the site contains waste materials which meet the regulatory
definitions of hazardous waste, and whether the site should continue to be
listed in the State Registry of Inactive Hazardous waste sites. I expect this
review to be completed shortly. The City of Buffalo will be notified of any
change in the listing status of Times Beach.
It is evident from your resolution that the city would like to maintain
the site as a nature preserve wherein the public may hike on trails, bird
watch, Photograph, etc. The Department is in general support of using waste
sites for productive purposes when the use does not impact on any remedial,
measures to be implemented at the sites and the use is consistent with the
degree and nature of contamination present.
In that view, the material disposed at Times Beach is from the dredging
of Buffalo's waterfront shipping channels and contains elevated concentrations
of heavy metals (e.g. lead and mercury) and polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons
(PAH's). Regardless of the Department's decision on the continued listing of
Times Beach, the levels of contamination present on the site may be of concern
to the state and local health agencies in view of the planned public use of the
site. The state and County health departments should be consulted in this
matter, to obtain their input in designing a nature preserve that will minimize
public exposure to the contamination present at the site.
I trust that you can appreciate the complex task that the Department
faces in reviewing the many studies conducted at this site in trying to
determine its impact on the environment. Your patience in this regard is
appreciated.
If there are any additional concerns regarding this matter, may I suggest
you contact Mr. Martin Doster of my staff at 847-4585.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION.
No.79
PUBLIC ACCESS POLICY BOARD
Endorse Contract with BCT
At the May 28, 1991 meeting the Public Access Policy Board voted
to endorse the contract presented to the Common Council, by Councilmember
Rutecki, between the city and Buffalo Community Television Inc.
It is our understanding that this contract has been agreed to in principle by
both parties.
The Public Access Policy Board supports Councilmember Rutecki's resolution.
However, if any conflict arises prior to the final Council Vote, the Policy
Board reserves the right to review the issues and make recommendations to the
city in accordance with our rules and regulations. This letter of endorsement
in no way pre-empts, subjugates or precludes the rights and responsibilities of
the Public Access Policy Board.
RECEIVED AND FILED.
No.80
PUBLIC ACCESS POLICY BOARD
Refranchising CATV
At the regular Public Access Policy Board meeting of May 22, 1991,
the Board voted to inform the Council that Mr. Steven Shaye, Deputy Director,
MAPD, New York State Commission on Cable Television addressed the Board
regarding Cable re-franchising. In addition, Mr. Shaye forwarded to the Board,
a number of printed materials, an itemization of which is appendixed to this
filing.
These materials are available for review through Mr. Tarapacki of Council
Staff..
In addition, Mr. Shaye indicated that the State Commission had notified the
city in a letter to Mayor Griffin, that the current franchise with TCI expires
on February 22, 1994, and that the renewal process can begin as early as 3
years prior to the expiration date. Since we have now entered into the 3 year
period leading up to the expiration of the franchise, the Policy Board feels
that it is essential that the full Council be advised. I have included a copy
of the letter sent to the Mayor, which was provided to me by Mr. Shaye.
In addition, Mr. Shaye informed the Policy Board that the State Commission is
able to assist communities in evaluating franchise performance by conducting
technical, financial, and customer service audits at the request of the
municipality.
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CATV.
No.81
TCI Of New York, Inc.
CHANGES FOR THE BETTER IN CABLE SERVICE
Beginning June 3, TCI of New York, Inc. is making changes for
the better.
We are adding a service that will give most current cable customers access to
an affordable 24-hour new movie channel for as little as $1.00 a month through
1992.
Movies are by far one of the most popular programs on cable. But some of our
customers have told us that first - run premium pay movie channels are a little
to expensive for them. That's one of the reasons why TCI of New York is adding
ENCORE, an inexpensive movie channel running popular films from the 1960's,
70's, and 80's, 24 hours a day, uncut and commercial-- free
We are also pleased to add CTV = THE COMEDY NETWORK, featuring an eclectic
blend of comedy, situation comedies, stand - up comedians, original programing,
and more - 24 hours a day. Also on June 3, we wiII provide MIND EXTENSION
UNIVERSITY (MEU) to our customers. MEU, is a 24--hour channel dedicated to
providing a full range of educational courses, from learning to read to
complete M.B.A. degree.
On July 15, we'Il launch THE COURTROOM TELEVISION NETWORK (COURT TV), which
includes courtroom coverage from around the country supplemented by a variety
of legal news programming.
TCI of New York is giving existing customers an opportunity to preview ENCORE
at no charge from June 3 to June 30, 199l. Beginning July 1, TCI of New York
will generally charge its current customers $1.00 a month for the service
unless customers decline the optional all-movie channel and notify us
accordingly
This affordable monthly rate will not increase through May, 1992 unless a
customer reduces the number of premium pay services that he/she received as of
June 2, 1991. The price will be higher for those who sign up for cable after
June 30, 1991.
Attached is a copy of the ENCORE marketing information which will be sent to
customers.
To accommodate CTV: THE COMEDY CHANNEL, MIND EXTENSION UNIVERSITY, ENCORE, and
COURT TV and for other reasons we will realign channels and make some minor
adjustments to the cable program line-up. Channels will be more sensibly
grouped according to whether they are part of the Basic or Expanded Basic
service. Expanded Basic is an optional level of service featuring seven
channeIs, which, because of their aggressive acquisition of programming, cannot
keep their cost increases equal to or less than the rate of inflation. Thus,
we made them optional since we expect the cost of Expanded Basic to increase
faster than the inflation rate. Until this upcoming change, Expanded Basic
services have been spread across the dial. Grouped together, customers will be
even more aware that it is an optional level of service.
To make room for ENCORE, we will drop THE JC PENNEY SHOPPING NETWORK. This
service was primarily duplicate programming and one of our least watched
channel 's
These changes may cause some inconveniences for customers as they adjust to the
new channel positioning. TCI of New York will take every possible step to fully
inform customers of the changes. A comprehensive communications program is
planned that will include bill inserts, direct mail, press announcements, TCI
Education Project mailing to participating schools in the area, radio spots,
cable information spots, newspaper ads, cable guide wrap- around, and local
office displays. We will even cablecast a half hour show, which specifically
explains the various changes taking place. Additional telephone -caIl in
capacity through a toll -free 800 number is being arranged to handle any
increase in inquiry levels from the public.
Complete information on all the terms of the ENCORE offer and the upcoming
channel realignment will be presented to customers., particularly changes in
the price of the service if customers, elect to downgrade their service levels
after June 2, 1991, and before May 31, 1992. Customers will receive at least
seven different notices regarding ENCORE.
In addition to these exciting programming changes, we at TCI of New York will
be making some important changes in our equipment rental charges as well.
First, effective July 1, 1991, we will lower the cost of Basic Cable by $.50
per month to all customers.
Secondly, also effective July 1, we will begin charging $2.00 per month to
customers who rent a converter from TCI on their first cable outlet.
The reasoning for this is simple. Currently, the cost of a first outlet
converter is included in the cost of Basic Cable paid by all customers.
However, we know approximately 60% of our customers have a cable ready
television or VCR that is capable of receiving our cable signals. In order to
increase our customers options in the level of service they purchase from us,
we will begin to charge for the first set converter only the customers using
the converter. By lowering the cost of Basic Cable, all customers will no
longer subsidize only those who need a converter.
Customers who wish to purchase a converter on their own, instead of renting on
a monthly basis from TCI of New York may do so; however, we urge customers who
choose to buy their own converters to consult a TCI Customer Service
Representative to assure that they purchase the correct equipment.
Sales tax will be charged for converter rentals.
I am excited about the exciting programming we are about to offer to our
customers. If I can be of any further service, provide any additional
information, or answer any questions, please don't hesitate to call me at
862-4640.
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CATV
PETITIONS
No.82
Refuge Temple of Christ Inc., owner. petition to use 943 Jefferson Avenue for
an illuminated pole sign.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION, THE CITY PLANNING BOARD
AND THE COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
No.83
Ruth Campbell, owner, petition to use 358 Amherst Street for
a two (2) Family Dwelling.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION, THE CITY PLANNING BOARD
AND THE COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
No.84
Benderson Devlp., owner, petition to use 699 Hertel Avenue
for a ground sign.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION, THE CITY PLANNING BOARD
AND THE COMMISSIONER OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
No.85
Narla Adams and Others favor equitable funding for Board of
Education.
RECEIVED AND FILED
No.86
Bill Miller & O. - Req. Hearing on Building Permit Fees.
RECEIVED AND FILED
REGULAR COMMITTEES
CLAIMS
HON BRIAN M. HIGGINS
CHAIRMAN
No.87
CLAIMS COMMITTEE REPORT
COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT OF ACTIONS FOR PERSONAL INJURY
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel,
the following actions for personal injury arising out of alleged negligence on
the part of the City, be compromised and settled:
A 1. Marcia M. Barry and Gross, Shuman, Brizdle, &
Gilfillan, P.C. Her Attorneys $1,750.00
A 2. Judy K. Deavers and Michael J. Montesano. Jr.
Her Attorney $12,000.00
A 3. Kathleen Hyjek P/N/G of Dale Makowski and Albrecht,
Maguire, Heffern & Gregg, P.C. As Attorneys $7,000.00
A 4. Gizu Kitaw and Robert B. Druar, Esq. $1,500.00
A 5. Kenneth Lynch and Glenn E. Murray, Esq.
His Attorney $7,000.00
A 6. Donald O. Summers, Sr. $6,000.00
A 7. Kathleen Tompkins, P/N/G/ of Kenneth James An Infant
and Siegel, Kelleher & Kahn as Attorneys $2,500.00
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgement and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants or plaintiffs and their attorneys, hereinabove named, in the amounts
set opposite their names and of the proper releases and closing papers.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.88
PROPERTY DAMAGE
That upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel,
and the appropriate City Department, the following actions and claims for
damage to property caused by alleged negligence on the part of the City be
compromised and settled:
B I. David Christopher
Claim for damage to claimant's eyeglasses while performing his duties as an
Equipment Operator for the Department of Street Sanitation.
$161.00
B 2. Mark Hupkowicz
Claim for damage to eyeglasses of the claimant while he was performing his
duties as an Equipment Operator in the Department of Street Sanitation.
$151.50
B 3. Romero C. Robinson
Claim for damage to claimant's eyeglasses which were destroyed while performing
duties as a Laborer II in the
Department of Street Sanitation. $180.95
B 4. Leo Skowron
Claim for a Street Sanitation Department employee's Oldsmobile which was
damaged while parked at the Broadway Garage by roofing material that was blown
off the Garage. $566.20
B 5. John R. Weimer
Claim for damage to a Street Sanitation Department employee's 1991 Chevrolet
while it was parked at the Broadway Garage. The vehicle was damaged by roofing
material that was blown off the Garage.
$118.80
There are no Insurance Companies involved in the settlement of the above
claims.
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and plaintiffs and their attorneys, if any, hereinabove named, in the
amounts set opposite their names and delivered to them upon execution and
delivery to the Corporation Counsel of proper releases and closing papers.
PASSED
AYES BAKOS, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA, PITTS, RUTECKI-9
NOES- BELL, FRANCZYK-2.
* Mr. Franczyk in the negative on B 1, 2 and 3 only.
No.89
MISCELLANEOUS
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claim be paid:
C l. Emily Owens and Luke C. Owens, Esq., Her Attorney
Claim for life insurance payments allegedly owed Emily Owens the widow of John
J. Owens, a retired police officer, who died on June 3, 1989.
Massachusetts Mutual Insurance Company and Loyalty Life Insurance Company are
contributing to the settlement of this claim.
$1,250.00
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-8l2-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.90
MISCELLANEOUS INVOICE
That, upon the recommendation of the 'Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
D l. City of Buffalo Division of Water
Claim for services rendered to the Division of Real Estate for property at 596
Genesee Street in a prior fiscal year.
$1,673.18
D 2. City of Buffalo Division of Water
Claim for services rendered to the Division of Real Estate for properties at 1
Elsie Place and 196 East Ferry Street in a prior fiscal year.
$320.64
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-8l2-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.91
MISCELLANEOUS INVOICE
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
D 3. Delta Elevator Service Corporation
Claim for services rendered to Pilot Field in the prior fiscal year.
$982.53
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
420-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.92
MISCELLANEOUS INVOICE
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
D 4. Mernan Chevrolet, Inc.
Claim for services rendered to the Division of Parking Enforcement during the
past fiscal year. $36l.83
D 5. R. D. Murray, Inc.
Claim for services rendered to the Fire Department in the past fiscal year.
$1,908. 50
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.93
MISCELLANEOUS INVOICE
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
D 6. Schindler Elevator Corporation
Claim for services rendered to the Division of Stadium and Auditorium in the
past fiscal year. $1,659.13
THERE ARE NO INSURANCE COMPANIES INVOLVED IN THE SETTLEMENT OF THE ABOVE
MISCELLANEOUS INVOICE CLAIMS
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
430-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.94
MISCELLANEOUS REIMBURSEMENT
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
E l. Robert Smith
Claim for reimbursement of bail money which was stolen from Police
Headquarters. $250.00
That, checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.95
MISCELLANEOUS PAYROLL
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
F l. John Calabotta
Claim for additional longevity pay due Mr. Calabotta, a Dog Control Officer in
the Department of Street Sanitation.
$1,150.00
F 2. John Carriero
Claim for additional longevity pay due Mr. Carriero, an employee of the
Department of Street Sanitation because of an adjusted longevity date.
$350.00
F 3. Henry Drzazga
Claim for additional longevity pay due Mr. Drzazga, a Laborer II in the
Department of Street Sanitation. $350.00
F 4. Gary Galante
Claim for additional longevity pay due Mr. Galante, an employee of the
Department of Street Sanitation because of an adjusted longevity date.
$900.00
F 5. Gregory Guido
Claim for additional longevity pay due Mr. Guido, an employee of the Department
of Street Sanitation due to an adjusted longevity date.
$450. 00
THERE ARE NO INSURANCE COMPANIES INVOLVED IN THE
SETTLEMENT OF THE ABOVE CLAIMS
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges Fund No.
81300809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective claimants
or plaintiffs and their attorneys, hereinabove named, in the amounts set
opposite their names and of the proper releases and closing papers.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.96
REPORT TO THE CLAIMS COMMITTEE
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
G 1. Joseph Bartosik
This is a claim for damage to claimant's personal property at 472 McKinley
Parkway due to elm leave beetles. $1,453. 32
G 2. Daniel J. Markiewicz
Claim for sewer problems at 162 Stratford Rd. $1,903.37
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0.
No.97
REPORT TO THE CLAIMS COMMITTEE
That, upon the recommendation of the Acting Corporation Counsel
and the appropriate City Department, the following claims be paid:
G 4. Herbert Bogner
Claim for tools that were stolen ' from the building at 1326 Seneca Street, P/W
Division of Buildings, Mechanical Services. $362.66
G 5. Michael Cunningham
Claim for tools that were stolen from the building at 1326 Seneca Street, P/W
Division of Buildings, Mechanical Services. $923.53
G 6. Daniel D. Derfert
Claim for tools that were stolen from the building at 1326 Seneca Street, P/W
Division of Buildings, Mechanical Services. $500. 86
G 7. Eugene V. Drebot
Claim for tools that were stolen from the building at 1326 Seneca Street, P/W
Division of Buildings, Mechanical Services. $668.:
THERE ARE NO INSURANCE COMPANIES INVOLVED IN THE SETTLEMENT OF THE ABOVE
CLAIMS.
That checks be drawn on the account of 81-2 General City Charges
100-812-000-00-809 Judgment and Claims Prior Years, payable to the respective
claimants and their attorneys, if any, in the amount set opposite their names,
respectively, and delivered to them upon execution and delivery to the
Corporation Counsel of the proper releases where such releases are indicated.
PASSED
AYES-11 NOES-0
No.98
Mr. Arthur now took his seat in the Council Chambers.
FINANCE
HON. DAVID A. COLLINS
CHAIRMAN
No.99
Citizens for Environment/Request to Conduct Canvass
Item # .94 CCP Apr 30, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.100
RESULTS OF PRIVATE SALE - 190 MACKINAW
ITEM NO. 33, C.C.P., May 28, 1991
That the communication from the Office of the Comptroller, dated
May 23, 1991, be received and filed; and
That the offer of John and Martha Heidinger, 186 Mackinaw Street, in the
sum of $575.00, to purchase the property located at 190 Mackinaw Street, be and
hereby is accepted; and
That the appraisal report requested by the City will be paid by the
purchaser; and
That the Mayor be, and he hereby is, authorized to execute a deed, and
the Comptroller be, and he hereby is, authorized to deliver the same, in
accordance with the terms of sale upon which the bid was submitted.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.101
Authorize Comptroller to Acquire Title/2038 Genesee
Item # 185 CCP May 28, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.102
W. Wright/Uncover Water Shut Off/31 Kingsley
Item # 109 CCP Apr 30, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.103
W. Wright/Restore Water Shut Off/31 Kingsley (PW)
Item # 38 CCP May 14, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.104
National Fuel Gas/Water Box/31 Kingsley
Item # 86 CCP May 28, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.105
C. Johnson/Complaints against Police Department
Item # 98 CCP May 14, 1991
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby referred
to the Committee on Claims.
ADOPTED
LEGISLATION
HON. ALFRED T. COPPOLA
CHAIRMAN
No.106
RE: T. LOMBARDO, OWNER, PETITION TO USE
1198 HERTEL AVENUE FOR AN OUTDOOR CAFE
(ITEM NO. 91, C.C.P., 05128191)
That after a public hearing held on the 4th day of June 1991 the
petition of T. Lombardo, owner, for permission to use 1198 Hertel Avenue for an
outdoor cafe (20' x 30') be, and the same hereby is, approved subject to the
following conditions:
1. That the Cafe be opened no later than 11:00 pm. daily;
2. That no music be played in the cafe; and
3. That no trash receptacles be placed in the cafe.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.107
RE: R. MYERS & F. HARDICK, OWNERS, PETITION TO USE 3204 BAILEY AVENUE FOR SIT
IN RESTAURANT
(ITEM NO. 92, C.C.P., 05/28/91)
That after a public hearing held on the 4th day of June 1991,
the application of Robert C. Myers and Francis Hardick, owners, to convert 3204
Bailey Avenue into a sit-in restaurant with accessory signage, be, and the same
is hereby granted.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.108
RE: J. O'BRIEN, OWNER
PETITION TO USE 443 FOREST AVENUE
FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE
(ITEM NO. 93, C.C.P., 05/28/91)
That after a public hearing held on the 4th day of June, 1991,
the petition of Jackie O'Brien, owner, for permission to use 443 Forest Avenue
for a sidewalk cafe (9' x 40') with awning be, and the same hereby is granted,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the Cafe be opened no later than 11:00 p.m. daily;
2. That no music be played in the cafe; and
3. That no trash receptacles be placed in the cafe.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.109
A. Panzarella Use 1849 Seneca/Truck storage
(Item # 94 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.110
RE: M. FORMAN & P. EVANS, OWNERS
REQUEST TO USE 48 COLLEGE STREET
FOR OFF-STREET PARKING AREA
(ITEM NO. 96, C.C.P., 05/28/91)
That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the
Common Council without recommendation.
MR. COPPOLA MOVED:
That the request of Margaret Foreman and P. Evans, owners, for permission
to use the front portion of a vacant lot at 48 College Street to park three
vehicles be, and the same is hereby granted.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.111
RE: T. LEE AND M. LEE, OWNERS
PETITION TO USE 743 ELMWOOD AVENUE
FOR A WALL SIGN
(ITEM NO. 97, C.C.P., 05/28/91)
That after a public hearing held on the 4th day of June 1991,
the petition of Terrence E. Lee and Michael J. Lee, owners, for permission to
use 743 Elmwood Avenue for placement of an illuminated awning sign
(approximately 51 sq. ft.) be, and the same is hereby granted.
PASSED
AYES-ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO,
PERLA, PITTS-11
NOES- RUTECKI-1.
No.112
RE: J. CHRISTOPHER & JANE M. LORY, OWNERS
PETITION TO USE 358 DELAWARE FOR OFFICES
(ITEM NO. 95, C.C.P., 5/28/91)
That the application of J. Christopher and Jane M. Lory, owners,
for permission to build encroaching portions of the facade of 358 Delaware
Avenue, into the right-of-way, be, and the same is hereby granted pursuant to
Section 413-56 of the Buffalo Code.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.113
Information/A 26 Franklin (PW)
(Item # 37 C.C.P. May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.114
Suspend Ordinance/420 Franklin (ICR) (#77 4/30)
(Item # 157 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.115
Billboard spacing/Elimination Within City5(#l92 5/l4)
(Item # 155 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.116
Property Inspections Reform Measures (ICR)
(Item # 64 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.117
Higgins Education Commission (Bd.Ed.)
(Item # 73 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby referred
to the Committee on Finance.
ADOPTED
No.118
C. Johnson/complaints vs. Police Department (Police)
(Item # 51 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is referred to the
Committee on Claims.
ADOPTED
No.119
D. Woods/Neighbor Harassment/134 Mohican (#107 3/5)
(Item # 172 CCP Apr 30, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received and filed.
ADOPTED
No.120
RE: LATIN AMERICAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
PETITION TO ERECT BANNER
ACROSS ELMWOOD AVENUE
(ITEM NO. 100, C.C.P., MAY 14, 1991)
That the petition of Santiago Masferrer, on behalf of the Latin
American Cultural Association, to erect a banner across Elmwood Avenue between
114 and 115 Elmwood Avenue with the theme "From our house to yours" 3rd World
Artists Exhibitions, and to remain in place until September, 1991, be, and the
same hereby is granted.
PASSED
AYES-12 NOES-0.
No.121
Mr. Amos now took his seat in the Council Chambers
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
HON. CLIFFORD BELL
CHAIRMAN
No.122
RE: BEDC - REVISED VACANT PARCEL LIST
NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL LAND BANK
(ITEM NO. 93, C.C.P.,4/30/91)
That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the
Common Council without recommendation.
Mr. Bell now moved to recommit the above item to the Committee on
Economic Development.
ADOPTED
No.123
RE: SALE OF VACANT CITY-OWNED PARCELS TO
ESTABLISH NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL LAND BANK
(Item No. 195, C.C.P., 4/30/91)
That the above item be and the same hereby is received and filed.
Mr. Bell now moved to recommit the above item to the Committee on Economic
Development.
ADOPTED.
No.124
Establish Neighborhood Commercial Land Bank (Compt)
(Item # 22 CCP Mar 19, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.125
BEDC/Neighborhood Commercial Land Bank
(Item #10 CCP Mar 19, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.126
Establish Neighborhood Commercial land Bank (Mayor)
(Item # 9 CCP Apr 2, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
No.127
BEDC/199l-1992 Budget
(Item # 80 CCP May 28, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
CATV
HON DAVID P. RUTECKI
CHAIRMAN
No.128
PAPB/Board Position On Operator Issues
(Item # 93 CCP Jan 22, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES-PITTS-1
No.129
Opinion/Use of King Ur.Life Center/Public Access (CC)
(Item # 51 CCP Jan 8, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS- 1.
No.130
Diocese Buffalo/Conditions of sale of St. Mary's
(Item # 103 CCP Apr 16, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO,
PERLA, RUTECKI-11
NOES-COLLINS, PITTS-2.
No.131
B. Springer/Involvement in BCT Public Access Proposal
(Item # 95 CCP Dec 26, 1990)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS- 1.
No.132
B. Springer Involvement in BCT Proposal (CC)
(Item # 51 CCP Jan 8, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS-1
No.133
K. Sherman/Freedom of Information Request/PAPB Records
(Item # 90 CCP Feb 19, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS-1.
No.134
K. Sherman/Reconsider Public Access Award to BCT
(Item # 91 CCP Feb 19, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS-1.
No.135
K. Sherman/Request Hearing on Public Access Contract Award
(Item # 118 CCP Mar 18, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS-1.
No.136
K. Sherman/ Additional Comments BCT Renovation
(Item # 107 CCP Apr 30, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES-PITTS-1.
No.137
PAPB/Questions on TCI Franchise Agreement
(Item # 105 CCP Apr 30, 1991)
That the above mentioned Item be and the same is hereby received
and filed.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI-12
NOES- PITTS-1.
No.138
RE: CONTRACT TO OPERATE PUBLIC ACCESS CENTER
(Item No. 242, C.C.P., 5/28/91)
That the above item be and hereby is approved subject to approval
as to form by the Department of Law.
PASSED
AYES- AMOS, BAKOS, BELL, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA,
RUTECKI-10
NOES- ARTHUR, COLLINS, PITTS- 3.
RESOLUTIONS
No.139
BY: MR. BELL
REQUEST CABLE TV AUDIT
BY STATE CABLE COMMISSION
WHEREAS: The cable television franchise between the City of Buffalo
and TCI of Hew York is due to expire in 1994; and
WHEREAS: It is important that this Common Council, as the franchising
authority, begin the refranchising process as soon as possible In order to
ensure that the new contract will be as beneficial as possible for cable
subscribers and residents; and
WHEREAS: An Integral part of this process Is the assessment of the
performance of the current franchisee over the term of the contract; and
WHEREAS: The New York State Commission on Cable Television has the resources
and capability to assist the Common Council In this effort, providing the
diverse knowledge and technical expertise necessary to accurately and
thoroughly evaluate the cable system;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That this Common Council respectful" request the New York State Commission on
Cable Television to perform a technical, customer service, and financial audit
of the cable television system in the City of Buffalo.
REFERRED TO THE SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON CATV, THE COMPTROLLER, T.C.I. AND NEW YORK
STATE CABLE COMMISSION.
No.140
BY: MR. COLLINS:
BOND RESOLUTION $500,000 SERIAL BONDS
A HANDICAP ACCESS PROGRAM FOR VARIOUS CITY
SCHOOL BUILDINGS ACCOUNT 200-970-077
BOND RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO, NEW YORK, AUTHORIZING
THE ISSUANCE OF $500,000 SCHOOL SERIAL BONDS OF SAID CITY TO
FINANCE
THE COST OF A HANDICAP ACCESS PROGRAM FOR CITY SCHOOL
BUILDINGS, AT THE ESTIMATED TOTAL COST OF $500,000.
THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO, IN THE COUNTY OF ERIE,
NEW YORK, HEREBY RESOLVES (by the favorable vote of not less than two-thirds of
all the members of said Council) AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Comptroller of the City of Buffalo, in the County of
Erie, New York, is hereby authorized and directed to issue School Serial Bonds
of said City in the principal amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars
($500,000), pursuant to the provisions of the Charter of said City and the
Local Finance Law, constituting Chapter 33-a of the Consolidated Laws of the
State of New York (the "Law"), to finance the cost of a Handicap Access Program
for various City school buildings, including reconstruction of ramps and doors
and alterations to restrooms. The estimated total cost of said class of
objects or purposes for which the bonds authorized by this resolution are to be
issued, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the
financing thereof, is Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) as set forth in
the duly adopted Capital Improvements Budget of said City for fiscal year
1990-91.
Section 2. The proceeds of the sale of the bonds authorized by this
resolution, or any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale
of said bonds shall be deposited in the Capital Projects Fund to the credit of
the Board of Education, "Handicap Access Program 1990-91", Bond Authorization
Account No. 200-970-077, and shall be used for the class of objects or purposes
specified in Section 1 of this resolution.
Section 3. Current Funds derived from the City's General Fund may be
temporarily expended as an interim source of funding, to pay for the costs or a
portion of the costs of said improvements for which serial bonds are herein
authorized, and any expenditures made on such interim basis will be reimbursed
from the proceeds of taxable or tax-exempt bonds or bond anticipation notes
issued pursuant to this resolution.
Section 4. The following additional matters are hereby determined and
stated:.
(a) The period of probable usefulness applicable to the class of
objects or purposes for which the bonds authorized by this resolution are to be
issued within the limitations of Section 11.00 (a) 35. of the Law, is five (5)
years.
(b) No down payment is required pursuant to Section 107.00(d) (5) of
the Local Finance Law.
Section 5. Each of the bonds authorized by this resolution and any bond
anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds and the
renewals of said notes shall contain the recital of validity prescribed by
Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law. Said bonds and said notes shall be
general obligations of the City of Buffalo payable as to both principal and
interest by a general tax upon all the taxable real property within said City
without limitation as to rate or amount. The faith and credit of said City are
hereby irrevocably pledged for the punctual payment of the principal of and
interest on said bonds and said notes. Provision shall be made annually by
appropriation by said City for the payment of interest on and for the amounts
required for the amortization and redemption of said bonds and said notes.
Section 6. The validity of the bonds authorized by this resolution or
any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of the sale of said bonds
may be contested only if:
1. Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which the
City of Buffalo is not authorized to expend money, or
2. The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of the
publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an
action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity, is commenced within twenty
days after the date of such publication,
or
3. Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the
constitution.
Introduced:
JUN 11, 1991
LAID ON THE TABLE
No.141
BY: MR. COLLINS
Temporarily change Buell Street to Dignity Circle
WHEREAS: The Buffalo Common Council approved the transfer of properties
on Buell Street from the City of Buffalo to Women for Human Rights and Dignity,
Inc.; and
WHEREAS: The New York State Department of Social Services Homeless Housing
and Assistance Program has approved the funding application for Women for Human
Rights and Dignity, Inc. to build ten (10) units of housing; and
WHEREAS: The ground breaking ceremony to signal the start of the 10 unit
housing construction is scheduled for June 29,1991 at 9:00 AM; and
WHEREAS: To commemorate this special event, Women for Human Rights and
Dignity, Inc. is requesting that Buell Street be changed to Dignity Circle for
June 29, 1991.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That this Common Council request the Public Works Department to temporarily
change Buell Street to Dignity Circle for one day, June 29, 1991.
ADOPTED,
No.142
BY:MR. COLLINS
Negotiation of Private Sale
334 Pratt Street
WHEREAS: On March 19, 1991 the Buffalo Common Council received
and filed (Item 4143 C.C.P. March 19, 1991 Rescind Sale of 334 Pratt Street ;
and
WHEREAS: On March 12, 1991 the purchaser, Mr. Gus Pratchett came before the
Finance Committee meeting to explain his intention to still purchase the
property; and
WHEREAS: At that meeting the Committee recommended that Mr. Pratchett be
given a (60) sixty day extension in order to purchase said property; and
WHEREAS: The law department is about to notify Mr. Pratchett that his
deposit will be forfeited to the Comptrollers office through no fault of his
own; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
The Common Council request the Law Department to authorize a transfer of title
on the property known as 334 Pratt Street to Mr. Gus Pratchett; and
ADOPTED
No.143
BY:MR. COPPOLA
1991 GREATER BUFFALO ITALIAN
HERITAGE & FOOD FESTIVAL
WHEREAS, the North Buffalo Community Development Corp., the Hertel
- North Buffalo Business and Taxpayer Assn.,Inc., and the West Side Business
and Taxpayer Assn., Inc. have requested permission to again jointly conduct the
Greater Buffalo Italian Heritage and Food Festival, from July IO thru July l4,
1991 on Hertel Avenue; and
WHEREAS, these groups are also requesting that Hertel Avenue be closed to
traffic between Crestwood and Tennyson Avenues during the above dates, and that
the cross streets between Colvin and Delaware Avenues, and also Linden and
Tacoma Avenues between Colvin and Delaware be designated festival areas; and
WHEREAS, this festival will once again be a major expression of Italian
Heritage which includes culture, customs and foods, and will once again attract
people from hundreds of miles away;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That the North Buffalo Community Development Corp., the Hertel - North
Buffalo Business and Taxpayer Assn., Inc., and the West Side Business and
Taxpayer Assn., Inc. are hereby granted permission to jointly conduct the 1991
Greater Buffalo Italian Heritage And Food Festival, subject to the following:
A. The festival shall be conducted on Hertel Avenue from July 10 to July 14,
1991 between the hours of 11:00 A.M. and 11:00 P.M., with July 8 from 12:00
Noon and July 9 to be used as set-up days and July 15 to be used as a breakdown
day, with traffic to re-commence by noon of that day.
B. Hertel Ave., between Crestwood and Tennyson, shall be closed to vehicular
and bicycle traffic during the Festival. In addition, cross-streets bounded by
Colvin, Linden, Delaware and Tacoma Avenues. including those boundary streets,
shall be part of the Festival area, subject to its' rules and regulations.
Permitees, with the cooperation of and at the direction of, the Police Depart
will furnish and locate barriers to be placed a he beginning time of the
Festival and to be removed at the ending of the Festival.
C. That the City-owned Residential Area Parking Lot, located behind 1180
Hertel, shall be closed to general use and shall be reserved solely for those
residents of Hertel Ave. residing within the festival area, and this
restriction shall be enforced strictly by the City and the Festival Committee.
D That the Festival Committee be, and hereby is, authorized to erect
appropriate banners and fittings on street lamp posts on Hertel Ave. from the
easterly side of Colvin to the Westerly side of Delaware Ave., and a banner
across Hertel Ave. at Tennyson and at Crestwood, all within conditions
specified by the Dept. of Public Works.
E. Permitees shall furnish to the City of Buffalo proper liability insurance
as determined by the Special Events Committee and the Corporation Counsel.
F. Permitees shall assure complete responsibility for removing barriers,
pennants, decorations, barricades, stands, equipment and any trash or debris in
the area arising out of the Festival.
G. Permitees shall assume complete responsibility for conducting the
Festival in compliance with all the laws and ordinances applicable, and with
all directives of the various City departments including Police, Fire, Street
Sanitation, Transportation and Public Works.
H. Permission is hereby granted for the above under such terms and
conditions so as to protect the interests of the City of Buffalo, as set forth
by the Special Events Committee.
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.144
BY: MR. COPPOLA
REQUEST TO ERECT BANNER
FOR 11TH ANNUAL SUBARU
FOUR MILE CHASE
WHEREAS: The Eleventh Annual Subaru Buffalo Four Mile Chase is
scheduled to be held on Saturday, July 20, 1991; and
WHEREAS: In order to publicize this event, the race directors have requested
permission to display a banner across Elmwood Avenue, between 946 and 951
Elmwood at Bidwell Parkway; and
WHEREAS: The proposed dates for displaying the banner are July 2 through
July 22, 1991.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
This Common Council does hereby grant permission to the organizers of the
Buffalo Subaru Four Mile Chase to display a banner on Elmwood Avenue, between
946 and 951 Elmwood at Bidwell Parkway, for the period of July 2 through July
22, 1991, providing that this banner meets all the requirements of all
pertinent city departments and violates no existing law or ordinance.
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.145
BY: MR. COPPOLA
REQUEST CHANGE IN CITY
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE
WHEREAS: The City of Buffalo Traffic Ordinances Chapter 479, Section
15, Subsection 21, Parking Prohibited at Intersections and Crossings prohibits
parking within 25 feet from the point where the extended adjacent curb lines of
intersecting streets meet; and
WHEREAS: In some densely populated neighborhoods where parking is a problem
because of lack of driveways, 25 feet seems excessive and prevents residents
from parking within a reasonable distance of their homes.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
This Common Council requests that the Law Department take the necessary steps
to change the Traffic Ordinances Chapter 479, Section 15, Subsection 21 to read
15 feet from the point where the extended adjacent curb lines of intersecting
streets meet.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION, THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS AND
THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE.
No.146
BY: MR. COPPOLA
WAIVE INTEREST ON 1660 KENMORE
SIDEWALK ASSESSMENT
WHEREAS: Sidewalk repair was done at 1660 Kenmore several years
ago; and
WHEREAS: At the time the sidewalk repair was done the previous owner was not
billed by the city, and therefore did not pay for the work done; and
WHEREAS: The present owner, Michael Monaco, was not aware of his
responsibility to pay for the sidewalk repair; and
WHEREAS: Interest has accumulated since then; and
WHEREAS: The Claims Committee agreed to waive all interest charges since Mr.
Monaco agreed to pay for the cost of the sidewalk repair which totals
$1,625.49.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
This Common Council acknowledges the fact that Mr. Monaco will pay for the
sidewalk repair done and the Claims Committee has agreed to drop all interest
charges.
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.147
BY: MR. COPPOLA
APPOINTMENTS TO COUNCIL
TASK FORCE ON MEDICAL
WASTE DISPOSAL OPTIONS
WHEREAS: By adopting resolution 195 (C.C.P. May 14, 1991) this
Council established a Task Force on Medical Waste Disposal Options which is to
be composed of three appointees of the 'WNY Hospital Association and six
appointees of the Common Council - three of whom represent environmental
organizations, and three of whom represent neighborhoods surrounding hospitals;
and
WHEREAS: The charge of this Task Force is to increase communication between
local hospitals, the Council and the communities surrounding hospitals and to
insure that alternatives for medical waste disposal are properly explored and
evaluated for their environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS: The Environmental Management Commission has requested
representation on the Task Force; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
This Common Council hereby appoints the following individuals to the Task Force
on Medical Waste Disposal Options
For communities surrounding hospitals:
Michael Roberts Michael H. Doran
593 Linwood Avenue 61 Hodge Street
Buffalo, NY 14209 Buffalo, NY 14222
Bunny Ross
113 Kensington Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214
For environmental organizations:
Crystal Peoples Dr. Frances Edinger
Citizen Action of NY Great Lakes United &
433 Franklin Street League of Women Voters
Buffalo, NY 14202 1042 Willardshire
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Diane Heminway
Citizens Environmental Coalition
11149 Dunlop Road
Medina, NY 14103
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT:
This Council requests the Environmental Management Commission to appoint a
representative to the Task Force.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BAKOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS,
LOTEMPIO, PERLA, PITTS- 12
NOES- RUTECKI- 1.
No.148
BY: MR. COPPOLA
RETIREMENT INCENTIVE
WHEREAS: The State Legislature has authorized this honorable body
to provide for retirement incentives for certain city employees by bill
A-8478-A; and
WHEREAS: If retirement of such employees occurs, significant savings will be
realized by the city.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
All city employees, who are members of the New York State Retirement System or
a participant in an optional retirement program, 55 years of age, and eligible
to retire; or in the alternative, have thirty years of service to the city or
other eligible government employer, shall in addition to all other benefits
granted thereunder be allowed per capita one month's credit for each of his/her
first five years of service, and two month's for each successive year up to a
maximum per capita of three year's credit provided that any such employee
exercise his/her right to retire between October 1, 1991 and December 31, 1991;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT
Any employee availing himself or herself of this retirement incentive shall
forego and otherwise forfeit any other retirement incentive provided to him/her
by a collective bargaining agreement.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE, THE CORPORATION COUNSEL AND ALL
CITY LABOR UNIONS
No.149
BY: MR. COPPOLA, MR. FRANCZYK
REQUEST APPEARANCE BY
COMMISSIONER OF STREET
SANITATION DEPARTMENT
BEFORE COUNCIL
WHEREAS: The residents of the City of Buffalo are suffering from
an overabundance of large trash on city streets; and
WHEREAS: Many of these large trash piles have been sitting at the curb at
least two weeks and continue to be added to; and
WHEREAS: Residents were encouraged to place wood and other debris at the
curb for composting, much of it being from home carpentry projects, as well as
other large trash items; and
WHEREAS: Residents are complaining that the large piles of trash ana debris
are killing their lawns and creating hazardous conditions in their
neighborhoods.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
This Common Council requests that the Commissioner of Street Sanitation appear
before this body to explain the delay in removing the overabundance of large
trash from city streets.
ADOPTED
No.150
BY: MESSRS. FAHEY AND COPPOLA
OPPOSE CUTS ST. MARY'S SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
WHEREAS, New York State's Education Department has recommended
funding cuts for St. Nary's School for the Deaf; and
WHEREAS, St. Mary's was ordered to eliminate 44 positions in addition to 11
that it had volunteered to cut from its 156 member staff; and
WHEREAS, In 1989 Governor Cuomo proposed to end all state funding under
Section 4201 of the Education Laws which funds schools for the deaf and blind;
and
WHEREAS, The State Education Department' s request may be part of a
continuing pattern to eliminate St. Mary's School for the Deaf; and
WHEREAS, Among the eleven state funded institution that serve the
handicapped, only St. Mary's and the Rochester School for the Deaf were
directed to make drastic reductions; and
WHEREAS, St. Mary's has been providing quality education for Western
New York's deaf community and their families for nearly 150 years; and
WHEREAS, The State must recognize local needs.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That this Common Council opposes the drastic staff cuts slated for St. Mary's
School for the Deaf; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That this Honorable Body requests that the City Clerk send certified copies of
this resolution to the Western New York Delegation and the State Department of
Education.
ADOPTED
No.151
BY: MR. FRANCZYK
Shea's Buffalo Center for the Performing Arts Restoration Surcharge
WHEREAS: Shea's Buffalo has proposed to establish a restoration
and capital improvement surcharge on tickets sold at events held in the
facility; and,
WHEREAS: This surcharge proposal is based on the user surcharge plan that
failed to pass in the Common Council at the May 28, 1991 meeting; and,
WHEREAS: Shea's Buffalo has drafted a detailed plan that might prove
feasible for implementation at all city owned venues; and,
WHEREAS: Shea's Buffalo should be commended for taking the initiative on
providing a revenue stream for ongoing repairs and renovations during this
period of severe government funding cutbacks.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That this Common Council requests that Shea's Buffalo provide further
information on this proposal; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That Board and Staff of Shea's Buffalo appear before this Common Council to
explain this proposal.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND SHEA'S O'CONNELL THEATER
No.152
BY: MR. HIGGINS
Authorization to Apply
for Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant
Whereas, $1,000,000 in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants
are available for the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation areas;
and
Whereas, the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation is currently accepting preliminary applications for grants under
the Land and Water Conservation Fund, whose deadline for submission is May 31,
1991; and
Whereas, the Department of Community Development is preparing a
preliminary application, on behalf of the City of Buffalo, to acquire a 49.5
acre parcel, commonly known as "Gallagher Beach," from the Niagara Frontier
Transportation Authority for future recreational development; and
Whereas, the Land and Water Conservation Fund grant will be matched by
$236,500 in City or Community Development Block Grant funds.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of
Buffalo:
That While this Common Council supports the development of the said site,
the approving resolution should not be construed as the City conceding the
issue of ownership; and
That as plans are prepared for the development of the site design,
provisions are made for the Pedestrian Greenway Trail at said site, pursuant to
the City of Buffalo's adopted Local Waterfront Revitalization Plan; and
Be it further resolved that:
The Mayor of the City of Buffalo be, and hereby is, authorized to submit
a Land and water Conservation Fund Preliminary Application to the New York
State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic preservation; and
That the Mayor of the City of Buffalo be, and hereby is authorized to
enter into and execute project agreements for such financial assistance, upon
such terms and conditions prescribed therefore by the State; and
That the Mayor of the City of Buffalo be, and hereby is authorized to
execute whatever other documents or take measures which are necessary to
effectuate such financial assistance.
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.153
BY: MR. HIGGINS
HOMESTEADING PORTIONS OF PROVIDENCE STREET
WHEREAS: This Common Council authorized the discontinuance and
abandonment of Providence Street, between Folger and Hopkins Streets, for
public purposes; and
WHEREAS: Several residents have now expressed interest in those parcels not
acquired in 1983.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
This Common Council authorize the City Comptroller to negotiate with all
interested for those remaining parcels on Providence Street.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
As a condition all parcels transferred are to be used for residential use only.
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.154
BY: MESSRS. HIGGINS AND PERLA
REQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT COMMISSION TO
TAKE LEAD ON HAZARDOUS
WASTE SITE TASK FORCE
WHEREAS: This Common Council adopted resolution 231, C.C.P. Hay
28, 1991 - "Pressing for Action -Hazardous Waste Sites"; and
WHEREAS: This resolution established a Task Force on Hazardous Waste Sites
whose role is to facilitate communication between the City, State agencies and
the public regarding the cleanup of hazardous waste sites; and
WHEREAS: The Environmental Management Commission is an ideal body to
organize and coordinate the City's participation in this Task Force because of
its expertise in environmental issues and its role as an advisor to the City
and its departments on environmental matters;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
This Common Council requests the Environmental Management Commission to
organize and coordinate the City's participation in the Task Force on Hazardous
Waste Sites; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT:
This role will include researching hazardous waste issues, educating and
preparing city participants in the Task Force, helping to shape the City's
priorities for hazardous waste remediation, and meeting the administrative and
staffing needs of the Task Force; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED THAT:
In order to promote citizen involvement and public education concerning the
hazardous waste issue the following citizens are hereby added to the Task
Force:
Laurel Knight Anthony Luppino
Citizens Campaign for Great Lakes United &
the Environment Citizen Action of NY
262 Pennsylvania St. 543 Busti Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201 Buffalo, NY 14201
Rev. James R. Josey
Kingsley Park Coalition
1308 Jefferson Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14208
ADOPTED.
No.155
BY: MRS LOTEMPIO
DISTRIBUTION OF SEXUAL
MATERIAL ON SCHOOL
PROPERTY
WHEREAS: Act Up of Western New York recently distributed a leaflet
entitled "Safe Sex: a How-To Guild," to students of some Buffalo Public
Schools; and
WHEREAS: The leaflet was explicit in nature, questionable in taste, and
could be Interpreted as promoting sexual activity; and
WHEREAS: The leaflet was passed out in public areas adjacent to some of the
city schools; and
WHEREAS: While sex education is an integral part of school curriculum, it
should be presented In a respectful, professional and dignified manner
consistent with classroom instruction, and not on the streets of the City; and
WHEREAS: Although the Constitution guarantees the right of expression, the
methodology of presenting the leaflet and the nature of its contents raise
questions as to the legal implications of the actions of Act Up as this
explicit material could easily fall into the hands of impressionable
youngsters; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That this Common Council requests that the Corporation Counsel address the
legal implications of Act Up distributing sexually explicit materials to
minors; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
If existing and applicable statutes do not adequately restrict actions of this
nature, the Corporation Counsel is hereby directed to draft an ordinance that
prohibits the distribution of sex related materials which are not part of the
standard curriculum on school grounds in the City of Buffalo.
Mr. Fahey moved to refer the above item to the Committee on Legislation,
Commissioner of Police, the Board of Education and the Erie County District
Attorney; seconded by Mr. PerIa.
Mrs. LoTempio now moved to amend the above by deleting the second resolve.
Carried.
Mrs. LoTempio now moved to amend the above item by adding a new second resolve
reading as follows:
Now Therefore Be It Resolved:
That the Corporation Council is hereby directed to draft an ordinance
that regulates the distribution of sex related materials which are not part of
the standard school curriculum to students in the City of Buffalo. Seconded by
Mr. Amos.
Carried.
AYES- AMOS, BAKOS, COLLINS, COPPOLA, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA,
PITTS, RUTECKI- 11
NOES- ARTHUR, BELL- 2
Mr. Fahey now moved to refer resolve #1 to the Committee on Legislation, the
Commissioner of Police, the Board of Education and the Erie County District
Attorney; and to adopt Resolve # 2 only; seconded by Mrs. LoTempio.
Adopted
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.156
BY: MR. PITTS
SALARY ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
01-1 CITY CLERK
The Common Council of the City of Buffalo do ordain as follows:
That part of Section l of Chapter 35 of the Ordinances of the City of
Buffalo, relating to 01-1 City Clerk is hereby amended by adding thereto:
"240 - Local Government Record Management Improvement Grant"
20 Intern IV Hourly$6.00
IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED, pursuant to Section 34 of the Charter, that the
immediate passage of the foregoing ordinance is necessary.
WE, CHARLES L. MICHAUX, III, City Clerk and THOMAS F. KEENAN, Director of
the Budget, hereby certify that the creation of 20 Intern IV (Hourly) positions
is necessary for the proper conduct, administration and performance of
essential services of that department. We recommend that the compensation for
said position be fixed at the respective amount set forth in the foregoing
ordinance.
That a personnel requisition incident to the creation of the
above-mentioned positions, containing a statement of the duties of such
positions, has been filed with the Municipal Civil Service Commission, and said
Commission has approved and certified the position title set forth in the
foregoing ordinance as being the appropriate Civil Service title for the
proposed positions.
APPROVED AS TO FORM
R. PETER MORROW
ACTING CORPORATION COUNSEL
PASSED
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.157
BY : MR. PITTS
RULING OF BOARD OF ELECTIONS ON CITY
OF BUFFALO REAPPORTIONMENT
WHEREAS: The Mayor of the City of Buffalo has signed Local Law
No. 12 on May 30, 1991. This Local Law reapportions the Common Council
Districts within the City, and
WHEREAS: The Local Law does not go into effect until forty-five days which
is approximately July 15, 1991, and
WHEREAS: The current political calender stipulates that the Council District
elections will take place this Fall. The first day to circulate Nominating
Petitions will be June 17, 1991. They are to be filed with the Board of
Elections by July 16-22, 1991, and
WHEREAS: The July 15th effective date of the Reapportionment Local Law
raises the question of which Council boundaries will be used by the Board of
Elections to determine Designating Petitions.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Common Council request the Erie County
Board of Elections to rule on which District Council boundaries they will use
to determine Designating Petitions.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT: The Common Council request the Erie County Board
of Elections to rule before June 17, 1991.
Mr. Fahey moved to receive and file the above item; seconded by Mr. Franczyk.
Mr. Collins now moved as an amendment to refer the item to the committee on
Legislation and the Board of Elections; seconded by Mr. Pitts.
ADOPTED
AYES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, PITTS, RUTECKI- 7
NOES- BAKOS, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA- 6.
No.158
BY: MR. PITTS
PUBLIC REFERENDUM LOCAL LAW NO. 12
REAPPORTIONMENT OF CITY COUNCIL
DISTRICTS
WHEREAS: The Common Council at a special meeting held May 24, 1991
passed Local Law No. 12 which reapportions the Council Districts within the
City of Buffalo. This Local Law was signed by the Mayor on May 30, 1991, and
WHEREAS: The Mayor did not hold a public hearing on this Local Law which is
unprecedented in the light of the City Charter provision which stipulates that
the Mayor shall hold a public hearing on all Local Laws before he acts upon it,
and
WHEREAS: There were many groups in the City who wanted to appeal to the
Mayor not to enact the proposed Citizen's Committee Reapportionment plan
especially since their proposed changes to the plan were ignored by the Common
Council, and
WHEREAS: The Corporation Counsel has ruled that the Mayor was not required
to hold a public hearing citing the State Municipal Home Rule Law. This
opinion is questionable at best, especially in the light of the Charter's more
restrictive requirement, and
WHEREAS: Local Law No. 12 having been signed on May 30, 1991 does not become
effective until 45 days later, approximately July 15, 1991. This law is subject
to referendum if petitions are filed within that period of time, and
WHEREAS: In the event no petition is filed the Common Council may submit the
plan to referendum by the adoption of a resolution, and
WHEREAS: The Citizen's Commission Plan as amended by the Common Council was
formulated in just two weeks. The plan has caused tremendous dissension within
the City. Apparently its approval has been rushed by a self-interested
majority on the Common Council, which includes the Mayor who refused unusually
to hold a public hearing, and
WHEREAS: Alternate plans were submitted to the Common Council which were not
allowed to be discussed, nor were there any opportunities for negotiations to
take place to propose changes to the Citizen's Commission Map. A public
hearing was held by the Common Council, its purpose however, was to only
satisfy the law to hold one, not to provide meaningful input, which could have
led to a compromise. A genuine effort to compromise would avoid a costly court
suit and the exacerbation of sensitive issues involving race and neighborhoods,
and
WHEREAS: The City of Buffalo needs to avoid a potentially explosive
situation involving reapportionment based upon a politically expedient process.
All of the citizen's of the City. should be allowed to have input into the
final adoption of a reapportionment plan.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Common Council submit Local Law No. 12
as approved on May 24, 1991 to public referendum at the General Election to be
held in November 1991.
Mr. FAHEY moved to receive and file the above item; seconded by Mr. Higgins.
Mr. Amos now moved to amend said item and refer to the Committee on Legislation
and the Board of Elections; seconded by Mr. Bell
Lost
AYES- AMOS, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, PITTS-5
NOES- ARTHUR, BAKOS, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI- 8.
Mr. Fahey now moved his original motion to receive and file the above item;
seconded by Mr. Higgins
ADOPTED
AYES- BAKOS, FAHEY, FRANCZYK, HIGGINS, LOTEMPIO, PERLA, RUTECKI- 7
NOES- AMOS, ARTHUR, BELL, COLLINS, COPPOLA, PITTS- 6.
No.159
BY: MR. RUTECKI:
Felicitations and/or InMemoriams
Attached hereto are Felicitations or In Memoriams sponsored by
members of the Common Council:
Felicitation for 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF NO. BUFFALO & LEXINGTON CO-OPS
By Councilmember FAHEY
and the City Clerk is hereby directed to have the above resolutions framed at a
cost not to exceed Seven Dollars and Fifty Cents ($7.50) each.
ADOPTED.
No.160
BY MR. RUTECKI
APPOINTMENTS COMMISSIONERS OF DEEDS
That the following persons are hereby appointed as Commissioner
of Deeds for the term ending December 3l, 1992, conditional upon the persons so
appointed certifying under oath to their qualifications and filing same with
the City Clerk:
Laurence F. Adamczyk
Marcy L. Dahl
Ada L. Deans
Betsy W. Decker
Kimberly M. Decker
Glenn Franklin Gaskill
Tracy A. Kelly
John P. Liberti
Stephen Liberti
James E. Payne
Deborah Major
TOTAL:11
ADOPTED
No.161
BY MR. RUTECKI
APPOINTMENTS COMMISSIONERS OF DEEDS
REQUIRED FOR THE PROPER PERFORMANCE OF PUBLIC DUTIES
That the following persons are hereby appointed as Commissioner
of Deeds for the term ending December 31, 19923 conditional upon the persons so
appointed certifying under oath to their qualifications and filing same with
the City Clerk:
Mary E. Balducci
Marie K. Dalfonse
Raymond R. Dalfonse
Louis C. Watson
Joseph T. Hartrich
Kevin P Montgomery
TOTAL: 6
ADOPTED.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
No.162
Bond Resolution - $120,000 - Watermains-Kensington Exp. (Com. 197, C.C.P., May
28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 197, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr.
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.163
Bond Resolution - $250,000 - Watermains-Genesee
(Com. 198, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 198, C.C.P., May 28, 1991 be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.164
Bond Resolution - $400,000 - Watermains-Gibson
(Com. 199, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 199, C.C.P., May 28, 1991 be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.165
Bond Resolution - $ 1,000,000 - Watermains-Grote/Amherst
(Com. 200, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR, FAHEY moved that Item No. 200, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.166
Bond Resolution - $ 1,500,000 - Watermains-Various
(Com. 201, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 201,C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.167
Bond Resolution - $1,600,000 - Watermains-Amherst-Linden
(Com. 202, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 202, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.168
Bond Resolution - $ 1,750,000 - Watermains-Porter
(Com. 203, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 203, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.169
Bond Resolution - $15,000 - Future Academy Plgd
(Com. 204, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 204, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr.Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.170
Bond Resolution - $20,000 - School 19 Playground
(Com. 205, C.C.P., by 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 205; C.C.P., by 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.171
Bond Resolution - $20,000 - Ellicott Dist. Sidewalks
(Com. 206, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 206; C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above it: be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.172
Bond Resolution - $30,000 - CRUCIAL Bldg.
(Com. 207, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 207, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.173
Bond Resolution - $35,000 - Ellicott St. Light. Impr.
(Com. 208, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 208, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.174
Bond Resolution - $45,000 - School 74 Cafeteria
(Com. 209, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 209, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES- 0.
No.175
Bond Resolution - $60,000 - Imp. Kleinhans Area
(Com. 210, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 210, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No. 176
Bond Resolution - $75,000 - Squaw Island Remediat.
(Com. 211, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 211, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.177
Bond Resolution - $95,000 - Rec. Impr. Zoo
(Com. 212, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 212, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.178
Bond Resolution - $110,000 - Impr. Var. Plgds.
(Com. 213, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 213, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.179
Bond Resolution - $135,000 - Req/Impr. 1170 Broadway
(Com. 214, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item: No. 214, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES- 13 NOES-0.
No.180
Bond Resolution - $165,000 - Lighting Var. Parks
(Com. 215, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 215, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos.
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.181
Bond Resolution - $210,000 - Rec. Imp. S.Bflo. River
(Com. 216, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 216' C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.182
Bond Resolution - $190,000 - St. Mary Sorrows Ch.
(Com. 217, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 217, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos.
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.183
Bond Resolution - $235,000 - Fruitbelt Co. Ctr.
(Com. 218, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 218, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos.
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY-moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.184
Bond Resolution - $285,000 - Sidewalks/No.So.Dists.
(Com. 219, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 219, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item: be approved.
Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.185
Bond Resolution - $1,000,000 - Kleinhans Music Hall
(Com. 220, C.C.P., May 28, 1991)
MR. FAHEY moved that Item No. 220, C.C.P., May 28, 1991, be taken
from the table. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
CARRIED.
MR. FAHEY moved that the above item be approved. Seconded by Mr. Bakos
PASSED
AYES-13 NOES-0.
No.186
ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The following meetings are scheduled. All meetings are held in
the Council Chambers, 13th floor, City Hall, Buffalo, New York, unless
otherwise noted.
REGULAR COMMITTEES
CIVIL SERVICE Tuesday, June 18, 1991 9:30 AM
FINANCE Tuesday, June 18, 1991
Immediately Following Civil Service
LEGISLATION Tuesday, June 18, 1991 2:00 PM
ECON. DEVELOPMENT Wed., June 19, 1991, 10:00 AM
ANCILLARY COMMITTEES
Taylor Law Impasse Thursday, June 13, 1991 10:30 PM
No.187
Adjournment
On motion by Mr. Fahey, Seconded by Mr. Franczyk the Council adjourned
at 4:05 P.M.
Charles L. Michaux III
City Clerk
Meeting reported by Leonard G. Sciolino, Council and Committee Reporter.