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Home My WebLink About15-0331NO. 7 PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MARCH 31, 2015 MAYOR Hon. Byron W. Brown COMPTROLLER Mark J. F. Schroeder COMMON COUNCIL PRESIDENT OF THE COUNCIL ELLICOTT DISTRICT DARIUS G. PRIDGEN PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE NIAGARA DISTRICT DAVID A. RIVERA MAJORITY LEADER MASTEN DISTRICT DEMONE A. SMITH DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS RICHARD A. FONTANA - LOVEJOY DAVID A FRANCZYK - FILLMORE JOSEPH GOLOMBEK JR. — NORTH MICHAEL J. LO CURTO — DELAWARE RASHEED N.C. WYATT- UNIVERSITY CHRISTOPHER P. SCANLON -SOUTH REGULAR COMMITTEES CIVIL SERVICE COMMITTEE: Rasheed N.C. Wyatt - Chairman, Richard A. Fontana, David A. Rivera, Demone A. Smith- Members CLAIMS COMMITTEE: David A. Rivera Chairman, Joseph Golombek, Jr., Michael J. LoCurto, Rasheed N.C. Wyatt - Members COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Joseph Golombek, Jr., Michael J. LoCurto, David A. Rivera, -, Christopher P. Scanlon, Rasheed N.C. Wyatt - Members FINANCE COMMITTEE: Richard A. Fontana, Chairman, Michael J. LoCurto, David A. Rivera, , Demone A. Smith, Rasheed N.C. Wyatt- Members. LEGISLATION COMMITTEE: Christopher P. Scanlon, Chairman, David A. Franczyk, Joseph Golombek, Jr., David A. Rivera, Demone A. Smith, - Members. RULES COMMITTEE: Darius G. Pridgen, Chairman, David A. Rivera, Demone A. Smith - Members SPECIAL COMMITTEES BUDGET COMMITTEE: Demone A. Smith, Chairman, Joseph Golombek, Jr., David A. Rivera, Christopher P. Scanlon, - Members EDUCATION COMMITTEE: Demone Smith, Chairman, Joseph Golombek, Jr., , Christopher P. Scanlon, Rasheed N.C. Wyatt - Members MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE COMMITTEE: Demone Smith Chairman, Joseph Golombek Jr., David A. Rivera, Rasheed N.C. Wyatt— Members POLICE OVERSIGHT: Joseph Golombek, Jr., Chairman, David A Franczyk, David A. Rivera, Christopher P. Scanlon — Members PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Chairman, Christopher P. Scanlon, David A. Franczyk, Michael J. LoCurto, David A. Rivera, - Members WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Chairman, Christopher P. Scanlon, David A. Franczyk, Joseph Golombek, Jr., Demone A. Smith- Members INVOCATION PLEDGE TO FLAG DATE March 31, 2015 "FINAL" MAYOR 585- A Extend Downtown Stadium Leasing Arrangements With Bflo Bisons Through 09/30/2015 APP MAYOR - EXECUTIVE 586- 1. Pres Bd- Expansion of the Linwood Historic District to Include 1524 Main & 1526 -1536 Main(EII)(Hrg to be Determined) LEG 587- 2. Pres Bd -Upper Blackrock Historic Preservation District(Hrg to be Determined)LEG 588- 3. Plan Bd -SEQR- Negative Declaration -960 Busti(Nia) ADOPT 589- 4. Plan Bd -SEQR- Negative Dclaration -1502 Niagara(Nia) ADOPT 590- 5. Plan Bd -SEQR- Negative Dclaration -21 -51 Ojibwa Circle(Fill) ADOPT 591- 6. Plan Bd -SEQR- Negative Declaration -465 Washington(Ell) ADOPT COMPTROLLER 592- 7. Certificate of Necessity- Transfer in Funds -City Planning R &F 593- 8. Appoint Principal Accountant(Prov)(Inter)(Cahill) CS 594- 9. Appoint Principal Auditor(Prov)(Inter)(Wozniak) CS 595- 10. Appoint Senior Accountant(Prov)(Inter)(Belton) CS ASSESSMENT 596- 11. List of Delinquent Taxes and User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens R &F PUBLIC WORKS 597- 12. Change in Contract - Broderick Park Improvements(Nia) APP 598- 13. Change in Contract -MLK Park Casino(Mas) APP 599- 14. Change in Contract - Women's Holding Area(Ell) APP 600- 15. Disencumber Contract Funds - Broadway Market Rehab Project APP 601- 16. Permission to Engage Services of Consulting Eng for City -Wide Engineering Consulting Administration and Inspection Services for Sidewalk Proj APP 602- 17. Permission to Engage Services of Consulting Eng for Citywide Sidewalk Replacement Inspection, Phase I APP 603- 18. Permission to Hire Consultant - LaSalle Park Skate Park Phase II(Ell) APP 604- 19. Permission to Hire Consultant -Safe Routes to School Program(Ell) APP 605- 20. Permission to Hire Consultant- Safety Improvement Project Parkside Ave & Florence(Del) APP 606- 21. Permission to Hire Consultant -Insp of Schiller Park and Pond Imp(Lov) APP 607- 22. Permission to Hire Consultant- Safety Imp Project -Us Route 62, Bailey Ave at Delavan Ave(Lov,Univ) APP 608- 23. Report of Bids Durham Ave. Rehab Btw Litchfield Ave and Sussex St APP 609- 24. Report of Bids -976 Elmwood Ave -Tango Dancers Restoration (Del) APP 610- 25. Report of Bids - Fernbach Auto Ramp Elevator Modernization (EII) APP 611- 26. Report of Bids - Gloria Parks CC -Roof Replacement(Univ) APP 612- 27. Report of Bids - Manhattan Park & Schiller Park Public Improvements APP 613- 28. Report of Bids -Pearl St One Way to Two Way Conversion(Fill) APP 614- 29. Report of Bids - Walden Park Public Improvements APP PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS 615- 30. Food Store License(New) -352 Walden(Fill) LEG 616- 31. Used Car Dealer -2405 Bailey(Lov) APP HUMAN RESOURCES 617- 32. Contract Approval - Palladian EAP APP 618- 33. Appoint Personnel Clerk(Martinez)(Perm)(Inter) CS CITY CLERK 619- 34. Liquor License Applications R &F 620- 35. Leaves of Absence R &F 621- 36. Notices of Appointments - Council Interns ADOPT 622- 37. Notices of Appointment - Seasonal R &F 623- 38. Notices of Appointments- Temp /Prov /Perm CS MISCELLANEOUS 624- 39. P. Burke -EC Leg - Municipal Broadband Network FIN 625- 39A. R.Fontana -M. Schroeder - Concerns LaSalle Ambulance d /b /a Rural Metro Medical Services FIN 626- 40. F. Lysiak- 240 -260 Lakefront Boulevard RFP CD 627- 41. NYSDEC - Brownfield Cleanup Program -132 Dingens R &F 628- 42. Participatory Budgeting in Buffalo -An Executive Summary FIN PETITIONS 629- 43. E. Rushikana, Agent, Use 468 Niagara to Restablish a Grocery Store in the Niagara River Coastal Special Review District(EII)(hrg 4/07) LEG,CPBD 630- 44. P. Lang, Agent, Use 1502 Niagara to Convert a 6 Story Masonry Warehouse to a 41 Unit Multiple Dwelling With First Floor Mixed Occupancy in the Niagara River Coastal Special Review District(Nia)(hrg 4/07) LEG,CPBD 631- 45. L. Hall, Agent, Use 399 Ohio to Erect a 5 Story Masonry/Steel Bldg With SUBMISSION LIST OF COMMITTEE ITEMS FOR THE COUNCIL MEETINGS Commercial Spaces in the Bflo Coastal CIVIL SERVICE 18.13 -31 No Special Review District(Fill)(hrg 4/7) LEG,CPBD,ZONING 632- 46. F. Lazarus, Agent, Use 433 Ellicott to Attach an LED Non - Accessory Appoint Dispatcher(Titus Jr)(Prov)(Inter)(PW) APP Billboard to the Side of a 1 Story Masonry Bldg in the Downtown Mar 17 Appoint Building Code Specialist (Piccolo)(Temp)(Max)(EDPI) Overlay District(EII)(hrg 4/7) LEG,CPBD 633- 47. J. Dallos, Jr, Owner, Use 1122 Hertel to Alter the Fagade of a Tavern in R &F FINANCE the Hertel Ave Special Zoning District(Del)(hrg 4/7) LEG,CPBD 634- 48. A. Sofian, Owner, Use 1110 Lovejoy To Use Retail Space Under New Mar 17 Bond Account Closeout(Compt) Ownership in the Lovejoy Special Zoning District(Lov)(hrg 4/7) LEG,CPBD 635- 49. R. Wyatt -J. Isome & Others - Roosevelt Block Club Request R &F 641 -6.15 -540 No Roosevelt St Paved(Univ) CD,PW RESOLUTIONS D. Smith - Toronto Manufacturer to Buy NFTA Parcel on Outer Harbor 675- 50. Fontana Transfer of Funds -City Planning FIN 676- 51. Franczyk The 17 Annual Allen West Festival APP 677- 52. Franczyk Waive Special Event and Tent Permit Fees for the 7 th Annual APP D. Smith - Article Public Financing of Football Stadiums BBQ and Blues Bash APP 678- 53. Golombek Waive Tote Fees for Family Fishing Day APP 679- 53A. LoCurto,etc Creation of the Office of the Public Advocate ADOPT FIN RES REM TO LEG 680- 54. Rivera Transfer of 49 Lawrence PI ADOPT FIN RES REM TO CD,CC,PKS 681- 55. Smith, etc Citywide Broadband Municipal Internet Network ADOPT 682- 56. Smith,etc The Community Schools Act ADOPT 683- 57. Wyatt Smart Street Lighting CD 684- 57A. Wyatt Comm of Deeds ADOPT SUBMISSION LIST OF COMMITTEE ITEMS FOR THE COUNCIL MEETINGS 17.13 -43 No CIVIL SERVICE 18.13 -31 No 654- 19.13 -55 No 636 -1. 15 -505 Com Mar 17 Appoint Dispatcher(Titus Jr)(Prov)(Inter)(PW) APP 637 -2.15 -518 Com Mar 17 Appoint Building Code Specialist (Piccolo)(Temp)(Max)(EDPI) APP 638 -3.15 -526 Com Mar 17 Notices of Appointments- Temp /Prov /Perm(Cty Clk) R &F FINANCE 661- 26.15 -512 Com 662- 639 -4.15 -488 Com Mar 17 Bond Account Closeout(Compt) APP 640 -5.15 -508 Com Mar 17 Drug Asset Forfeiture Wire Transfers(Pol R &F 641 -6.15 -540 No Mar 17 Request for Approval for Ice Rink Mngt Btwn COB & NB Bison Assoc R &F 642 -7.14 -2084 Com Oct 14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 643- 8.15 -482 Com Mar 17 644- 9.16-666 No Mar 17 645- 10. 15 -61 Com Jan 20 646- 11. 14 -2541 No Dec 23 647- 12.14 -2407 No Nov 25 648- 13.14 -2231 No 649- 14.14 -2103 No 650- 15.14 -1777 No Oct 28 Oct 14 Sept 2 652- 17.13 -43 No 653- 18.13 -31 No 654- 19.13 -55 No 655- 20.12 -48 Res 656- 21. 12 -62 No 657- 22.12 -96 Res 658- 23.12 -97 Res 659- 24.11 -53 No LEGISLATION 660- 25.15 -511 Com 661- 26.15 -512 Com 662- 27.15 -513 Com 663- 28.15 -514 Com 664- 29.15 -517 Com 665- 30.15 -537 No Dec 10 Dec 10 Nov 12 Oct 1 Oct 16 Oct 2 July 10 July 10 Nov 1 & COB & Dominik Hasek Youth Hockey League (PW)(15- 211,2/3) PARTIAL APP - RECOMMIT Drug Asset Wire Transfers(Pol) R &F Amend 2014 -15 Annual Action Plan and Prior Yrs for CDBG and Food Store License(New) -1000 Elmwood(Del)(EDPI) HOME(Strat Plan) RECOMMIT Approval of the Abandonment and Parcel Swap for a Portion of the APP /COND Bailey Ave ROW For Portion of EC Owned Food Store License(New) -83 Grant(Nia)(EDPI) 162 Bailey(hrg 03/31) RECOMMIT Report of Sale -1257 & 1269 Genesee(Fill)(Strat Plan) APP D. Smith - Article - Poloncarz Grills ECHCD About Cost Overrun R &F Rescind Sale & Forfeit Deposit -1606 Jefferson(Mas)(Strat Plan) ( #14- 2151,10/28) _APP Report of Sale -1493 Delavan East(Lov)(Strat Plan)( #14 -2050, 10/14) R &F D. Smith -L. Stephens- Concerns Re ECHDC RFP Outer Harbor R &F R. Shatz - Determination of No Significant Effect on Env - 24 Rhode Island(Nia) R &F R. Fontana, D. Smith - Article Gov Cuomo Announces Loan Funding Available to Modernize North County Movie Theatres R &F R. Fontana, D. Smith - Article Theatre Upgrades $400,000 R &F D. Smith - Fillmore Corridor Neighborhood Coalition R &F D. Smith - Toronto Manufacturer to Buy NFTA Parcel on Outer Harbor R &F Transfer Outer Harbor Lands to COB(Smith) R &F Contract Btwn Seneca Gaming & COB(LoCurto)( #119,9/18) R &F Trailblazing Sign Request for Charlene Caver Miller(Smith) APP Trailblazing Sign Request for Susie M. Smith(Smith) APP D. Smith - Article Public Financing of Football Stadiums R &F Mar 17 Food Store License(New) -1000 Elmwood(Del)(EDPI) APP Mar 17 Food Store License(New) -1326 E. Ferry(Fill)(EDPI) APP /COND Mar 17 Food Store License(New) -83 Grant(Nia)(EDPI) APP Mar 17 Food Store License(New) -366 Perry(Fill)(EDPI) APP /COND Mar 17 Used Car Dealer -779 Genesee(Ell)(EDPI) APP Mar 17 A. Ahmed, Owner, Use 1146 Hertel -New Owner - Restaurant in the 666- 31.15 -545 No Mar 17 667- 32.15 -443 No Mar 3 668- 33.15 -449 No Mar 3 669- 34.15 -467 Res Mar 3 670- 35.15 -218 Com Feb 3 671- 36.15 -115 No Jan 20 672- 37.14 -2104 No Oct 14 673- 38.14 -1993 No Sept 30 674- 39. 14 -2021 No Sept 30 Hertel Ave Special Zoning District and Continue Use of Existing Outdoor Patio on City ROW(Del)(hrg 3/24) APP Downtown Special Vending District Amendment Requests(EDPI) ( #15- 411,3/3) APP NYSDOT- Response to Renaming Squaw Island to "Divided Island" R &F B. Melber, Agent, Use 492 Elmwood to Continue Restaurant Under New Ownership in the Elmwood Ave Special District(Nia)(Hrg 3/10) APP Disch Leg #15 -177 "Renaming of Squaw Island to Divided Island (hrg 3 /3)(Smith) R &F Food Store License(New) -1245 E. Delevan(Lov) R &F D. Smith -M. John Sr- Response Seneca Nation Request Elimination of the Word Squaw R &F D. Smith -Erie Basin Marina Approved Slip Holder Rates R &F E. Taublieb- Concerns Agmt Btw COB and Smith Boys Bflo Harbor, Inc._R &F M. Henger, Agent, Use 2161 Seneca to Alter an Existing Tavern for a Soup Kitchen in the Special Zoning District(South)(hrg 9/23)( #14 - 1885,9/16) APP CORPORATION PROCEEDINGS COMMON COUNCIL CITY HALL - BUFFALO TUESDAY MARCH 31, 2015 AT 2:00 P.M. Present — Darius G. Pridgen, President of the Council, David A. Rivera, President ProTempore, and Councilmembers: Fontana, Franczyk, Golombek, LoCurto, Scanlon, Smith, Wyatt— 9 Absent — None On a motion by Mr. Smith, Seconded by Mr. Rivera, the minutes of the stated meeting held on March 17, 2015 were approved FROM THE MAYOR NO. 585 EXTEND DOWNTOWN STADIUM LEASING ARRANGEMENTS WITH BUFFALO BISONS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2015 1 am writing to request that Your Honorable Body approve a six month extension of the City of Buffalo's leasing arrangements with the Buffalo Bisons under essentially the same terms and provisions as the one year extensions which we've put in place yearly since 2008. 1 have attached the proposed lease extension agreement for your review and approval. The proposed extension, as in years past, includes the standard assistance of up to $30,000 in utility costs reimbursements from the City to the Bisons. Also, consistent with previous extensions, the City will pay for stadium property damage insurance at a premium of up to not to exceed $40,000 and will continue to provide refuse collection (valued at approximately $38,000) and water (valued at approximately $20,000) at the stadium. Further, similar to previous lease extensions, the City will use its best efforts to cause the provision of post game supplemental clean -up personnel similar to that which was provided last year, however there will be no obligation on the part of the City in the event said personnel are not actually provided. Neither the City nor the Bisons are committing to any obligation for "City Capital Repairs" during the extended term. The City and the Bisons will continue to work in good faith in an attempt to reach a formal long -term agreement for extending the lease of the stadium. I respectfully request that Your Honorable Body approve this six month lease extension through September 30, 2015 and the above expenditures /services (including but not limited to the expenditure of up to not to exceed $40,000 for stadium property damage insurance) at your March 31,2015 meeting of the Common Council. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Common Council hereby approves a six (6) month lease extension of the City of Buffalo's leasing arrangements with the Buffalo Bisons through September 30, 2015, under essentially the same terms and provisions as the one year extensions which have been in place since 2008. Neither the City nor the Bisons are committing to any obligations for "City Capital Repairs" during the extended term. The City and the Bisons will continue to work in good faith in an attempt to reach a formal long -term agreement for extending the lease of the stadium. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES -0 FROM THE MAYOR - EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT FROM THE BUFFALO PRESERVATION BOARD NO. 586 REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION FROM THE BUFFALO PRESERVATION BOARD TO THE BUFFALO COMMON COUNCIL RE: EXPANSION OF THE LINWOOD HISTORIC DISTRICT TO INCLUDE 1524 MAIN STREET AND 1526 -1536 MAIN STREET The Buffalo Preservation Board recommends that the Buffalo Common Council expand the Linwood Historic District to include 1524 Main Street and 1526 -1536 Main Street. The attached application was initiated and prepared by the Preservation Board as a result of the recognition of the historic and cultural value that the properties offer and the relationship they share with the existing Linwood Preservation District and the neighborhood as a whole. The two buildings recommended for inclusion are directly adjacent to the district and are only one block from Linwood Avenue. They are thematically related in that they are primarily residential in nature, yet hose commercial properties that have traditionally supported the Linwood neighborhood. Their presence at Main Street and West Ferry serve as visual gateway into the district. Their original construction was concurrent with the growth of the Linwood District and would fall into the era of significance of the Linwood Preservation District The application was prepared and reviewed by the Preservation Board in accordance with Chapter 337 Article III of the City of Buffalo Charter. "Any person, group of persons, or association may request designation of a landmark, landmark site, or an historic district by submitting an application for designation... The Preservation Board may also initiate proceedings for designation of a landmark, landmark site, or historic district." A public hearing to review the application was held by the Buffalo Preservation Board at its March 19, 2015 meeting and the Preservation Board unanimously voted based on the application and public input to recommend expansion of the District. It should be noted that the owners of the property fully support the inclusion of their buildings to the district as stated at the Preservation Board's Public hearing. The Linwood Preservation Organization also fully supported their inclusion. There was no one present to speak in opposition nor were there any written opposing comments. The recent expansion of the Linwood Preservation District recently approved by the Common Council was to have included these properties. They were erroneously left out of the final proposal. Pursuant to Section 337.15 (Criteria for Designation) of the Charter and Code of the City of Buffalo New York, The Buffalo Preservation has determined that the properties meet 6 of the 9 criteria for designation as a Local Landmark: (1) They have character, interest or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics of the city, state or nation. Both of these buildings are fine examples of the type of buildings being built throughout the United States at the time of their construction, containing businesses and apartments for the quickly growing city. (3) They exemplify the historic, aesthetic, architectural, archeological, educational, economic or cultural heritage of the city, state or nation. These buildings are fine examples of indigenous architecture and reflect the business and residential trends happening in Buffalo and the rest of the country. (5) They embody distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style valuable for the study of a period, type, method of construction or use of indigenous materials. Designed in the Italianite style popular at the time of their construction, these buildings are constructed of common red brick, most likely produced by a local brick manufacturer and limestone trim quarried nearby. The construction is bearing wall, solid multi -wythe masonry with wood framed floors and roof. These are fine examples of the thousands of similar buildings built in the 1870 -1890 time period that are becoming so rare in Buffalo. (7) They embody elements of design, detailing, materials or craftsmanship that render them architecturally significant. The detailing of the brick string coursing, arched windows and corbelling are exemplary of the craftsmanship of the era. Atop the building the projecting cornice with its elaborate brackets and moldings reflect fine woodworking and detailing. (9) They occupy a unique location or contain singular characteristics that make them an established or familiar visual feature within the city. The two structures are located on Buffalo's most traversed street and sit on the corner of West Ferry, one of the main streets that traverse the Linwood neighborhood. The scale of 1526 -1536 is especially imposing. It is a 3 story masonry structure occupying the entire southwest corner. Located at a bend in Main Street it is visible for many blocks from the north. Respectfully submitted, REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGJSLATION. NO. 587 REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION FROM THE BUFFALO PRESERVATION BOARD TO THE BUFFALO COMMON COUNCIL RE: UPPER BLACKROCK HISTORIC PRESERVATION DISTRICT The Buffalo Preservation Board recommends that the Buffalo Common Council approve the creation of the "Upper Blackrock Historic District" The attached application was prepared by Carmina, Wood and Morris Architects and kta preservation specialists who prepared a Historic District Inventory Form listing over one dozen properties that have deemed to embody historic fabric and significance where they can be considered contributing to the district. The district is defined in the attached map, property description and application. The application was reviewed by the Preservation Board in accordance with Chapter 337 Article III of the City of Buffalo Charter. "Any person, group of persons, or association may request designation of a landmark, landmark site, or an historic district by submitting an application for designation... The Preservation Board may also initiate proceedings for designation of a landmark, landmark site, or historic district." A public hearing to review the application was held by the Buffalo Preservation Board at its March 19, 2015 meeting and the Preservation Board unanimously voted based on the application and public input to recommend create the District. The owners of a significant number of the properties (Mr. William Breeser) fully support the inclusion of their buildings to the district as stated at the Preservation Board's Public hearing. There was no one present to speak in opposition nor were there any written opposing comments. Pursuant to Section 337.15 (Criteria for Designation) of the Charter and Code of the City of Buffalo New York, the district meets 5 of the 9 criteria for designation as a Local Landmark: (see attached document for how they specifically meet the following criteria) (1) They have character, interest or value as part of the development, heritage or cultural characteristics of the city, state or nation. (3) They exemplify the historic, aesthetic, architectural, archeological, educational, economic or cultural heritage of the city, state or nation. (5) They embody distinguishing characteristics of an architectural style valuable for the study of a period, type, method of construction or use of indigenous materials. (7) They embody elements of design, detailing, materials or craftsmanship that render them architecturally significant. (9) They occupy a unique location or contain singular characteristics that make them an established or familiar visual feature within the city. Respectfully submitted, REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION FROM THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 588 SEQRA NOTICE OF DETERMINATION NON SIGNIFICANCE NEGATIVE DECLARATION -960 BUSTI This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (SEAR - State Environmental Quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. Lead Agency: City of Buffalo, Planning Board 901 City Hall 65 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY 14202 As per the provision of SEC, R, the Lead Agency has reviewed the following action as it relates to the environment: Action Title: 960 Busti - Renovation Location: 960 Busti, Buffalo, NY Type of Action: Coordinated- Type 1 Description: The Action involves the renovation of an existing building on Bust! Avenue near Niagara Street in the Niagara River Coastal Special Review District. This formerly vacant building will be four (4) stories with mixed -use. The 56,000 square foot building will have commercial space on the first two floors and 18 market -rate apartments on the third and fourth floors. As a Result of this Environmental Review: The Lead Agency has determined the undertaking of this action will not have a significant adverse effect on the quality of the environment. No further environmental review will be conducted prior to implementation of the action and a Draft Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared. Reasons Supporting This Determination: Potential environmental impacts associated with the action were identified in the Environmental Assessment Form to assess potential adverse environmental impacts compared to the criteria for determining significance identified in 6 NYCRR §617.7(c)(1) and in accordance with §617.7 (c)(2)(3). The potential impacts are not significant, The renovation of this currently Vacant building will not place significant impacts to the surrounding environment. The project will not have a significant impact on air quality. The building will have heating and cooling; however, this is not a significant impact and would not require an air permit. The project will have minimal adverse impacts on ground or surface water quality or quantity. The project will tie directly into the city sewer system without the extension of a new sewer line. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in existing traffic levels, The project is located adjacent to existing residential and industrial uses as well as serviced by public bus routes around the site. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in noise levels. The property is located in a proximate to 1 -190 and adjacent to the Niagara River waterfront; therefore, this project will not contribute significantly to an increase in noise levels. The project will not result in the removal or destruction of large quantities of vegetation or fauna; substantially interfere with the movement of any resident or migratory fish or wildlife species; impact on a significant habitat area; impact a threatened or endangered species of animal or plant, or the habitat of such a species; or other significant adverse impacts to natural resources. The project is located in an urban area and is not within or adjacent to a Critical Environmental Area and will therefore, not impair the environmental characteristics of a Critical Environmental Area. The project will not have a major change in the quantity or type of energy used. There will be a minor increase consistent with existing residential and light industrial use, but these impacts would not be significant. The project will not create a hazard to human health. The site is within 2000feet of a NYSDEC Remediation site, however, this will not pose a hazard to human health. The project will not create a substantial change in the use, or intensity of use, of land including agricultural, open space or recreational resources, or in its capacity to support existing uses. The project will not encourage or attract a large number of people to a place or places for more than a few days, compared to the number of people who would come to such place absent the action. The project will not create a material demand for other actions that would result in one of the above consequences. The project will not involve changes in two or more elements of the environment, neither of which has a significant adverse impact on the environment, but when considered together result in a substantial adverse impact on the environment. The project does not include two or more related actions undertaken, funded or approved by an agency, none of which has or would have a significant impact on the environment, but when considered cumulatively would meet one or more of the criteria in 6 NYCCR 617.7(C)(1). For further information relative to this Negative Declaration, contact Ms. Nadine Marrero, Director of Planning, Room 903, City Hall, Buffalo, New York 14202, 1726)852 -5029. Dated: March 10, 2015 ADOPTED NO. 589 SEQRA NOTICE OF DETERMINATION NON SIGNIFICANCE NEGATIVE DECLARATION 1502 NIAGARA This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (SEAR - State Environmental Quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. Lead Agency City of Buffalo, Planning Board 901 City Hall 65 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY 14202 As per the provision of SEC, R, the Lead Agency has reviewed the following action as it relates to the environment: Action Title: Crescendo - Renovation Location: 1502 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY Type of Action: Uncoordinated - Unlisted Description: The Action involves the renovation of a seven (7) story building on Niagara Street, near the intersection of Potomac Avenue. The building will contain 6,200 square feet of commercial space, apartment u nits with 37 indoor parking spaces. There will be a total of 41 units, consisting of 3. and 2 bedroom units. Due to the nature of this historic structure, complete exterior restoration and interior reconstruction is being completed in conjunction with Historic Preservation Tax Credits. The site will also have 2,459 square feet of green space. As a Result of this Environmental Review: The Lead Agency has determined the undertaking of this action will not have a significant adverse effect on the quality of the environment. No further environmental review will be conducted prior to implementation of the action and a Draft Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared. Reasons Supporting This Determination: Potential environmental impacts associated with the action were identified in the Environmental Assessment Form to assess potential adverse environmental impacts compared to the criteria for determining significance identified in 6 NYCRR §617.7(c)(1) and in accordance with §617.7 (c)(2)(3), The potential impacts are not significant. The rehabilitation of an existing structure will not pose any significant threat or impacts to the surrounding environment. The project will not have a significant impact on air quality. This building does not constitute as a significant impact and would not require an air permit. The project will have minimal adverse impacts on ground or surface water quality or quantity. This project will connect to existing wastewater facilities, therefore, there is no significant impact to the environment. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in existing traffic levels. The project is located in a commercial area and is accessible to existing public transportation routes. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in noise levels. The surrounding areas are primarily built out and used for commercial purposes. There will be no substantial increase in noise levels. The project will not result in the removal or destruction of large quantities of vegetation or fauna; substantially interfere with the movement of any resident or migratory fish or wildlife species; impact on a significant habitat area; impact a threatened or endangered species of animal or plant, or the habitat of such a species; or other significant adverse impacts to natural resources. The project is located in an urban area and is not within or adjacent to a Critical Environmental Area and will therefore, not impair the environmental characteristics of a Critical Environmental Area. This project is within an archeological sensitive area, however, due to the previous development of the site since 1911, potential artifacts are likely previously removed. The project will not have a major change in the quantity or type of energy used. There will be a minor increase consistent with the existing use, however, these impacts would not be significant. The project will not create a hazard to human health. The project will not create a substantial change in the use, or intensity of use, of land including agricultural, open space or recreational resources, or in its capacity to support existing uses. The project will not encourage or attract a large number of people to a place or places for more than a few days, compared to the number of people who would come to such place absent the action. The project will not create a material demand for other actions that would result in one of the above consequences. The project will not involve changes in two or more elements of the environment, neither of which has a significant adverse impact on the environment, but when considered together result in a substantial adverse impact on the environment. The project does not include two or more related actions undertaken, funded or approved by an agency, none of which has or would have a significant impact on the environment, but when considered cumulatively would meet one or more of the criteria in 6 NYCCR 617.7(C)(1). For further information relative to this Negative Declaration, contact Ms. Nadine Marrero, Director of Planning, Room 901 City Hall, Buffalo, New York 14202, (716)851 -5029. Dated: March 10, 2015 ADOPTED NO. 590 SEQR NOTICE OF DETERMINATION NON SIGNIFICANCE NEGATIVE DECLARATION 21 -51 OJIBWA CIRCLE This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (SEO, R - State Environmental quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. Lead Agency City of Buffalo, Planning Board 901 City Hall 65 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY 14202 As per the provision of SEC, R, the Lead Agency has reviewed the following action as it relates to the environment: Action Title: Waterfront Condominiums - New Construction Location: 21 -51 Ojibwa Circle, Buffalo, NY Type of Action: Uncoordinated - Unlisted Description: The Action involves the construction of a nine (9) townhome units on Ojibwa Circle off of Lakefront Boulevard. This construction will be completed in two phases; Phase I will include two townhomes totaling 5,745 square feet, while Phase II will include the remaining 7 townhomes totaling 44,450 square feet. As a Result of this Environmental Review: The Lead Agency has determined the undertaking of this action will not have a significant adverse effect on the quality of the environment. No further environmental review will be conducted prior to implementation of the action and a Draft Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared. Reasons Supporting This Determination: Potential environmental impacts associated with the action were identified in the Environmental Assessment Form to assess potential adverse environmental impacts compared to the criteria for determining significance identified in 6 NYCRR §617.7(c)(1) and in accordance with §617.7 (e)(2)(3). The potential impacts are not significant. The construction of new townhomes as infill development will not place significant impacts to the surrounding environment. The project will not have a significant impact on air quality. The new building will have heating and cooling; however, this is not a significant impact and would not require an air permit. The project will have minimal adverse impacts on ground or surface water quality or quantity. The project will tie directly into the city sewer system. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in existing traffic levels, The project is located adjacent to existing residential uses as well as serviced by public bus routes around the site. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in noise levels. The property is located in a residential area and adjacent to Lake Erie waterfront; therefore, this project will not contribute significantly to an increase in noise levels. The project will not result in the removal or destruction of large quantities of vegetation or fauna; substantially interfere with the movement of any resident or migratory fish or wildlife species; impact on a significant habitat area; impact a threatened or endangered species of animal or plant, or the habitat of such a species; or other significant adverse impacts to natural resources. The project is located in an urban area and is not within or adjacent to a Critical Environmental Area and will therefore, not impair the environmental characteristics of a Critical Environmental Area. The project will not have a major change in the quantity or type of energy used. There will be a minor increase consistent with existin residential use, but these impacts would not be significant. The project will not create a hazard to human health. The site formerly housed railroad tracks and industrial uses; however, the project area was remediated to current residential standards. The project will not create a substantial change in the use, or intensity of use of land including agricultural, open space or recreational resources, or in its capacity to support existing uses. The project will not encourage or attract a large number of people to a place or places for more than a few days, compared to the number of people who would come to such place absent the action. The project will not create a material demand for other actions that would result in one of the above consequences. The project will not involve changes in two or more elements of the environment, neither of which has a significant adverse impact on the environment, but when considered together result in a substantial adverse impact on the environment. The project does not include two or more related actions undertaken, funded or approved by an agency, none of which has or would have a significant impact on the environment, but when considered cumulatively would meet one or more of the criteria in 6 NYCCR 617.7(C)(1). For further information relative to this Negative Declaration, contact Ms. Nadine Marrero, Director of Planning, Room 901 City Hall, Buffalo, New York 14202, (716)851 -5029. Dated: March 10, 2015 ADOPTED NO. 691 SEQRA NOTICE OF DETERMINATION NON SIGNIFICANCE - NEGATIVE DECLARATION -466 WASHINGTON This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8 (SEAR -State Environmental Quality Review) of the Environmental Conservation Law. Lead Agency City of Buffalo, Planning Board 901 City Hall 65 Niagara Square Buffalo, NY 14202 As per the provision of SEC, R, the Lead Agency has reviewed the following action as it relates to the environment: Action Title: 465 Washington Street - Renovation Location: 465 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY Type of Action: Coordinated - Unlisted Description: The Action involves the renovation of an existing six (6) story building totaling 86,254 square feet, into a mixed use building on the corner of Washington Street and Mohawk Street. The project will contain 11,000 square feet of 45 market rate apartments of 5 studio units, 25 1- bedroom units and 15 2- bedroom units, as well as 9,000 square feet of retail and office space. The project, which is working with the State Historic Preservation Office, will place new windows as part of the renovation. The project will not provide on -site parking. As a Result of this Environmental Review: The Lead Agency has determined the undertaking of this action will not have a significant adverse effect on the quality of the environment. No further environmental review will be conducted prior to implementation of the action and a Draft Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared. Reasons Supporting This Determination: Potential environmental impacts associated with the action were identified in the Environmental Assessment Form to assess potential adverse environmental impacts compared to the criteria for determining significance identified in 6 NYCRR §617.7(c)(1) and in accordance with §617.7 (c)(2)(3). The potential impacts are not significant. The rehabilitation of an existing structure will not create any significant impacts to the surrounding environment. The project will not have a significant impact on air quality. This building does not constitute as a significant impact and would not require an air permit. The project will have minimal adverse impacts on ground or surface water quality or quantity. This project will connect to existing wastewater facilities, therefore, there is no significant impact to the environment. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in existing traffic levels. The project is located in a commercial area and is accessible to existing public transportation routes. The project will not have a substantial adverse change in noise levels. The surrounding areas are primarily built out and used for commercial purposes. Due to the number of surrounding existing structure, there will be no substantial increase in noise levels. The project will not result in the removal or destruction of large quantities of vegetation or fauna; substantially interfere with the movement of any resident or migratory fish or wildlife species; impact on a significant habitat area; impact a ADOPTED FROM THE COMPTROLLER NO. 692 CERTIFICATE OF NECESSITY TRANSFER OF FUNDS -CITY PLANNING We, Byron W. Brown, Mayor and Mark J. F. Schroeder, Comptroller, do hereby certify, pursuant to Section §20 -12 of the Charter, that it is necessary that the sum of $131,860.00 be transferred and reappropriated as set forth below: From: 30000106 - 445100 City Planning $131,860.00 To 30001016 - 445100 City Tree Management & Planning $131,860.00 RECEIVED AND FILED NO. 693 APPOINT PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT(PROV)(INTER)(CAHILL) Appointment effective 03/19/2015 in the Department of Audit and Control, Division of Investment and Debt Management to the Position of Principal Accountant, Provisional at the Intermediate salary of $60,514 Francis Cahill, 126 William Price Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14214 REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE NO. 694 APPOINT PRINCIPAL AUDITOR(PROV)(INTER)(WOZNIAK) Appointment effective 03/19/2015 in the Department of Audit and Control, Division of Audit to the Position of Principal Auditor, Provisional at the Intermediate salary of $60,514 Jeni Wozniak, 27 Lombard St, Buffalo, NY 14206 REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE NO. 696 APPOINTSENIOR ACCOUNTANT(PROV)(INTER)(BELTON) Appointment effective 03/16/2015 in the Department of Audit and Control, Division of Accounting to the Position of Senior Accountant, Provisional at the Intermediate salary of $46,658 Teresa L. Belton, 583 Spring St, Buffalo, NY 14204 REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF ASSESSMENT AND TAXATION NO. 696 LIST OF DELINQUENT TAXES AND USER FEES AND SEWER RENT LIENS STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY COURT, ERIE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF FORECLOSURE OF TAX; USER FEES AND SEWER RENT LIENS, BY PROCEEDING IN REM PURSUANT TO ARTICLE ELEVEN OF THE REAL PROPERTY TAX LAW BY THE CITY OF BUFFALO AND THE BUFFALO SEWER AUTHORITY AFFECTING DISTRICT NOS. 1 THROUGH 14, INCLUSIVE. Pursuant to section 1122 of the Real Property Tax Law of the State of New York, Section 15 -41 of the City of Buffalo Code and 1180 of the Public Authorities Law of the State of New York, respectively, I, Michael A. Seaman, the Director of the Treasury and Collections; Deputy Commissioner of Administration, Finance and Urban Affairs; Enforcing Officer of the City of Buffalo, do hereby certify and affirm as true under the penalties ofl0erjury that this List of Delinquent Taxes; User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens, identifies those parcels which have been subject to delinquent Taxes; User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens held and owned by the City of Buffalo and the Buffalo Sewer Authority since the 1 st day of July, 2013, except for those parcels excluded from this List of Delinquent Taxes; User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens pursuant to law. The parcels, which are subject to such delinquent Taxes; User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens and the amounts due thereon, are identified in "Schedule A" of this List of Delinquent Taxes; User Fees and Sewer Rent Liens, which is annexed hereto and made a part hereof. Pursuant to section 1122(7) of the Real Property Tax Law, tile filing of this List in the office of the County Clerk shall constitute and have the same force and effect as the filing and recording in such office of an individual and separate Notice of Pendency against each parcel set forth in this List Volume 1 and 2 available for review in the City Clerk's Office RECEIVED AND FILED FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND STREETS NO. 597 CHANGE IN CONTRACT; CONTRACT # 93001124 BRODERICK PARK IMPROVEMENTS JOB NO. 1286 #1105, 05/27/2014 1 hereby submit to Your Honorable Body the following change for the Broderick Park Improvements, Contract #93001124: This change includes labor and material required to complete concrete work. The foregoing change results in a net increase in the contract of Two Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty Five dollars and 00/100 ($ 2,725.00) The cost has been reviewed by Nussbaumer & Clark, Inc. (A /E Consultant) and the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets and were found to be fair and equitable. Funding for this increase will be available in 38404706 - 445100. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to execute a Change Order in the amount of $2,725.00 (Revised Contract Amount $1,106,250.00 + Change Order $2,725.00 for a Revised Contract Amount of $1,109,175.00) for Broderick Park Improvements, to Nussbaumer & Clark, Inc. (A /E Consultant) Contract #93001124. Funds are available in Account #38404706 - 445100. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 NO. 598 CHANGE IN CONTRACT MILK JR. PARK CASINO PHASE II RECONSTRUCTION JOB #1428 MASTEN DISTRICT ITEM #706 OF 116/15 Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to increase the contract of Flynn Battaglia Architects (contract #93001467) for the following additional design services: 1. Structural Engineering Services Add $1,000.00 The decision was made to turn an abandoned boiler room into the "Skate Rental" room, an integral part of the program for the building. The sunken boiler room requires a new structural floor slab and foundation. Mechanical Engineering Services: Add $5,500.00 Upon closer inspection, it was discovered that all the existing heating units throughout the building have reached the end of their useful life. New heating systems need to be designed for the building; these will include the capacity for the introduction of air conditioning at a later date. Summary Original Contract Amount $74,622.00 Amount of this Change Order #1 $ 6,550.00 Revised Contract Amount $81,172.00 1 certify that this increase 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, Parks & Streets to approve the change order. Funding for this change order is available in account #38323206 - 445100. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works Parks and Streets, dated March 24, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works. Parks and Streets to execute a Change Order in the amount of $6,550.00 (Original Contract Amount $74,622.00 + Change Order $6,550.00 for a Revised Contract Amount of $81,172.00) for MLK Jr. Park Casino, Phase II Reconstruction, to Flynn Battaglia Architects, Contract #93001467. Funds are available in Account #38323206 - 445100. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 NO. 599 CHANGE IN CONTRACT - WOMEN'S HOLDING AREA (ELL)(DPW) I hereby submit to your Honorable Body the following changes for the City Court, Women's Holding Center, Frey Electric Construction Co, contract# 93001415 1. To Provide and install relays to correct equipment voltage difference Add $3,275.19 2. To Reverse Allowance for two(2) POTS lines at Breathalyzer Room Deduct ($5,000.00) The foregoing changes result in a net decrease in the contract of One Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty Four and 81/100 Dollars($1,724.81) Summary Original Contract Amount $441,500.00 Amount of Previous Change Order $ 0.00 Amount of this Change Order ( $1,724.81) Revised Contract Amount $439,775.19 Costs have been reviewed by the consulting architect(Kideney) and the Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets and were found to be fair and equitable Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works Parks and Streets, dated March 12, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to execute a Change Order in the amount of $1,724.81 (Original Contract Amount $441,500.00 - Change Order $1,724.81 for a Revised Contract Amount of $439,775.19) for City Court, Women's Holding Center, to Frey Electric Construction Co., Contract #93001415. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES - 0 NO. 600 DISENCUMBER CONTRACT FUNDS CONTRACT #H0000197 BROADWAY MARKET REHABILITATION PROJECT CDBG FUNDED Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to disencumber $8,780.00 from this contract with NYS Fence. This project has been terminated due to new site and relocation of solar panels. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 25, 2015, be received and filed; That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to disencumber $8,780.00 from the contract with NYS Fence for the Broadway Market Rehabilitation Project, CDBG Funded. This project has been terminated due to a new site and relocation of solar panels. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES - 0 NO. 601 PERMISSION TO ENGAGE SERVICES OF CONSULTING ENGINEER FOR CITY -WIDE ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR SIDEWALK PROJECTS, PHASE II I respectfully request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for the Engineering Construction Administration and Inspection Services for Various Infrastructure Improvement Projects. The City intends to procure a consultant for a term agreement that will last up to three years. The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed $150,000 annually and not to exceed $450,000 for the life of the term agreement. The funds are available in Capital account 37315506 - 445100 and /or an account(s) to be named at a later date. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for the Engineering Construction Administration and Inspection Services for various infrastructure improvement projects. The City intends to procure a consultant for a term agreement that will last up to three (3) years. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. The funds are available in Capital Account #37315506 - 445100 and /or an account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 602 PERMISSION TO ENGAGE SERVICES OF CONSULTING ENGINEER FOR CITYWIDE SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT INSPECTION, PHASE I I respectfully request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide construction phase services for Citywide Spot Sidewalk Replacement Inspection, specifically at tree damaged locations. The City intends to procure a consultant for a term agreement that will last up to three years. The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed $200,000 annually and not to exceed $600,000 for the life of the term agreement. The funds are available in Capital account 37315506 445100 and /or an account(s) to be named at a later date. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to hire a consultant to provide consulting services Citywide Spot Sidewalk Replacement Inspection, specifically at tree damaged locations. The City intends to procure a consultant for a term agreement that will last up to three (3) years. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. The funds are available in Capital Account #37315506 445100 and /or an account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 603 PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT; AND PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES, FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE LASALLE PARK SKATE PARK PHASE II ELLICOTT DISTRICT Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the Buffalo Sewer Authority, and COB Water Authority. These agreements would enable this Department to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection and construction of the LaSalle Park Skate Park, Phase 2 Project. In addition I hereby request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for subject project. The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed $34,000. The funds will be available in account # 38404706-445100 - Parks, and account(s) to be named at a later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 24, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets enter into all necessary agreements with the Buffalo Sewer Authority and City of Buffalo Water Authority to enable the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to administer and cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection and construction of the LaSalle Park Skate Park, Phase II Project. The funds for this project will be available in Account #38404706 - 445100 -Parks and account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 604 PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT; AND PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM, PIN 5760.67 & ELLICOTT DISTRICT The City of Buffalo has been awarded Federal Funding under the Safe Routes to School Program of up to $294,420 for the construction, administration and inspection of improvements to pedestrian facilities accessibility and safety. Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, BSA and City of Buffalo Water Authority. These agreements would enable this Department to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection and construction of this project. I also respectfully request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for the subject project. The funds will be available in a Grant account(s) to be named at a later date Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, NITTEC, Buffalo Sewer Authority and the City of Buffalo Water Board for the construction, administration and inspection of improvements to pedestrian facilities accessibility and safety for the Safe Routes to School Program. The City of Buffalo has been awarded Federal Funding of up to $294,420.00. These agreements would enable the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection and construction of this project; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for this project. The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed $350,000.00. The funds will be available in a Grant account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 605 PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT; AND PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PARKSIDE AVE AT FLORENCE AVE, PIN 5760.98 DELAWARE DISTRICT The City of Buffalo has been awarded a grant of up to $450,000 for the design, construction, construction administration and inspection of Safety Improvement Project, Parkside Ave at Florence Ave, PIN 5760.98. Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, BSA, City of Buffalo Water Board, Buffalo Zoo, Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, and Parkside Community Association. These agreements would enable this Department to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, administration, inspection and construction of this project. All agreements would be subject to approval as -to -form by the Corporation Counsel. I also respectfully request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for the subject project. The time will be available in a Grant account(s) to be named at a later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, Buffalo Sewer Authority, the City of Buffalo Water Board, the Buffalo Zoo, the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy and Parkside Community Association for the design, construction, administration and inspection of the Safety Improvement Project, Parkside Avenue at Florence Avenue, P1 N 5760.98. The City of Buffalo has been awarded a grant of up to $450,000.00. These agreements would enable the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection mad construction of this project; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for this project. The funds will be available in a Grant account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 606 PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT; AND PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES, FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE SCHILLER PARK AND POND IMPROVEMENTS LOVEJOY DISTRICT Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the Buffalo Sewer Authority, NYS DEC, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and COB Water Authority. These agreements would enable this Department to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, inspection and construction of Schiller Park and Pond Improvements. In addition I hereby request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for subject project. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed $60,000. The funds will be available in account # 38404706-445100 - Parks, and account(s) to be named at a later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 24, 2015, be received and filed; and Thai the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the Buffalo Sewer Authority, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the City of Buffalo Water Authority for the design, inspection and construction of the Schiller Park and Pond Improvements. The consultant will be chosen through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. The funds for this project will be available in Account #38404706 - 445100 - Parks and account(s /to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 607 PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT; AND PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT US ROUTE 62, BAILEY AVENUE AT DELAVAN AVENUE, P1N 5760.96, LOVEJOY AND UNIVERSITY DISTRICTS The City of Buffalo has been awarded a grant of up to $108,000 for the design, construction, administration and inspection of Safety Improvement Project, Bailey Ave. at Delavan Ave., PIN 5760.96. Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, BSA and City of Buffalo Water Authority. These agreements would enable this Department to administer this project and will cover all necessary work needed to complete the design, administration, inspection, and construction of this project. All agreements would be subject to approval as -to -form by the Corporation Counsel. I also respectfully request that Your Honorable Body authorize the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to grant permission to hire a consultant to provide consulting services for the subject project. The funds will be available in a Grant account(s) to be named at a later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23. 2015, be received and filed: mad That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into all necessary agreements with the FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, Buffalo Sewer Authority, and the City of Buffalo Water Authority for the design, construction, administration and inspection of Safety Improvement Project, Bailey Avenue at Delavan Avenue, PIN 5760.96. The funds for this project will be available in Grant account(s) m be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 608 REPORT OF BIDS DURHAM AVE. REHABILTATION BETWEEN LITCHFIELD AVE. AND SUSSEX ST. GROUP #771 In obtaining these bids for the above mentioned project, I have asked for unit price 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: Base Bid Base Bid + 10% Unit Price Increase Campobello Construction Co., Inc. $627,888.00 $690,676.80 23 Stratford Rd. Buffalo. NY 14216 Sunshine Concrete Inc. $653,791.00' $719,170.10' 3461 Stevenson Ct. North Tonawanda, NY 14120 1 hereby certify that the low bidder for the above project is Campobello Construction Co., Inc. I respectfully recommend a contract award in the amount of $690,676.80 ($627,888. 00 -Base Bid + $62, 788. 80 -10% unit price increase = $690,676.80- Total Contract Amount). Funds for this contract are available in #32000006 - 445100, #37315506 - 445100 and an account(s) to be named at a later date. The engineer's estimate for this work is $450,000.00 The attached is certified to be a true and correct statement of the bid 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 May 9, 2015. Individual bid submissions are available in our office for inspection and copies are available upon request. 'Adjusted amount Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 26, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Durham Avenue Reconstruction, Litchfield Avenue and Sussex Street, Group #771, with Campobello Construction Co., Inc., with a total bid of $690,676.80 (Base Bid of $627,888.00 + 10% Unit Price Increase of $62,788.80 for a Total Bid of $690,676.80). Funding for this project is available in Accounts #32000006 - 445100, 37315506 - 445100, and an account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 609 REPORT OF BIDS 976 ELMWOOD AVENUE TANGO DANCERS RESTORATION JOB #1602 DELAWARE DISTRICT I sent out an Informal Proposal Request on February 12 2015 and received Informal Bids for the Tango Dancers Restoration project on February 27 2015. Contractor Base Bid Custom Sign Company $ 19,200.00 N.A.S. Sign Company $ 33,850.00 Exclusively Neon & Signs $120,000.00 1 hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct statement of all bids received and that Custom Sign Company, with a base bid of $19,200.00, plus a 10% contingency of $1,920.00 for a total bid price of Twenty -One Thousand, One Hundred Twenty & 00/100 Dollars, is the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the plans and specifications. I recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets to order on the basis of the lowest responsible bid. Funding for this project is available in account #36403606. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 24, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Tango Dancers Restoration project, with Custom Design Company, with a total bid of $21,120.00 (Base Bid of $19,200.00 + 10% Contingency of $1,920.00 for a Total Bid of $21,120.00). Funding for this project is available in Account #36403606. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 610 REPORT OF BID FERNBACH AUTO RAMP ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION ELLICOTT DISTRICT This is to advise your Honorable Body that I requested and received only one bid Proposal on March 25, 2015 for the Modernization of the Existing four (4) Elevator systems and full Service Maintenance work for the Fernbach Auto Ramp Project. D C B ELEVATOR CO., INC. Bid Item #1 - Base Bid $1,629,000.00 Bid Item #2 (Alternate) $ 900.00 /per month I hereby certify that the lowest responsible bidder is D C B ELEVATOR CO., INC. and respectfully recommend that your Honorable Body authorize a contract award in following mounts: Base Bid: - $1,791,900 (Base Bid $1,629,000 + a $162,900 - 10% Unit bid increase = $1,791,900.00). Alternate: - $ 900 /per month for total of $ 43,200 for four years maintenance contract. The Funds are available in the parking Enterprise Fund, Capital Reserve Account # 51008207- 470010 and account(s) to be named at later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 26, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Fernbach Auto Ramp Elevator Modernization, with D C B Elevator Co., Inc., with a total bid of $1,791,900.00 (Base Bid of $1,629,000.00 + 10% Unit bid increase of $162,900.00 for a Total Bid of $1,791,900.00). Funding is available in Parking Enterprise Fund, Capital Reserve Account #51008207 - 4700100 and account(s) to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 611 REPORT OF BIDS GLORIA PARKS COMMUNITY CENTER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT #GP -40 -60203 CDBG FUNDED YEAR 40 1 requested on March 9, 2015 and received the following bids for the Gloria Parks Community Center Roof Replacement, which, were read on March 23, 2015: Grove Roofing Services, Inc. $316,000.00 Progressive Roofing Inc. $406,000.00 Nichter Construction, Inc. NO BID Sanders Roofing NO BID Weaver Metal & Roofing, Inc. NO BID I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct statement of all bids received and that Grove Roofing Services Inc. is the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the plans and specifications for a base bid of $316,000.00, and a 10% contingency of $31,600.00 for a total of Three Hundred Forty Seven Thousand Six Hundred Dollars and 00/100 ($347,600.00). 1 recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets to order the work on the basis of the lowest responsible bid. Funding for this project is available account number DJ9B2037- 470000. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 25, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Gloria Parks Community Center Roof Replacement, with Grove Roofing Services, Inc., with a total bid of $347,600.00 (Base Bid of $316,000.00 + 10% Contingency of $31,600.00 for a Total Bid of $347,600.00). Funding is available in Account #DJ9B2037- 470000. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 612 REPORT OF BIDS MANHATTAN PARK AND SCHILLER PARK PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. MS40 -60200 CDBG FUNDED YEAR 40 1 advertised for bids on March 2, 2015 and received the following formal sealed bids for the Manhattan Park and Schiller Park Public Improvements Project, which were publicly opened and read on March 20, 2015. General Construction Base Bid Alt. No. 7 Alt. No. 11 Titan Development, Inc. $295,000.00 $9,500.00 $28,000.00 8534 Seaman Road, Gasport NY Miller Enterprises, Inc. $284,700.00 $9,700.00 $21,000.00 12 Newfield St., Buffalo NY Alternate No. 7: Schiller Park - Reconstruction Building Mounted Exterior Lights Alternate No. 11: Schiller Park -Epoxy Floor Finish I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct statement of all bids received and that Miller Enterprises, Inc., with a Base Bid of $284,700, Add Alt. No.7 for $ 9,700.00, Add Alt. No. 11 for $21,000.00, Plus 10% Contingency for $31,400.00, For a total bid of Three Hundred Forty Six Thousand Nine Hundred Forty Dollars and 00/100 ($346,940.00) is the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the plans and specifications. I recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks & Streets to order the work on the basis of the low bid. Funding for this project is available in DJ9132007- 470000 - Parks, YR 40 Local ID #40- 50200. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 25, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Manhattan Park and Schiller Park Public Improvements Project, with Miller Enterprises, Inc., with a total bid of $346,940.00 (Base Bid of $284,700.00 + Alt. No. 7 for $9,700.00 + Alt. No. 11 for $21,000.00 + 10% Contingency of $31,400.00 for a Total Bid of $346,940.00). Funding for this project is available in Account #DJ9B2007- 470000 - Parks, YR 40, Local ID #40- 50200. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 613 REPORT OF BIDS PEARL STREET -ONE WAY TO TWO -WAY CONVERSION PROJECT FILLMORE DISTRICT This is to advise Your Honorable Body that I have advertised and received bids on February 18, 2015. The lowest three bids received were: Contractor Base Bid Total Bid Price Concrete Applied Technologies Corp. $1,627,616.48 $1,790,378.13 (aka CATCO) 1266 Townline Road Alden, NY 14004 NOVA Site Company, LLC $1,657,304.48 $1,823,034.93 6 Lena Court West Seneca, NY 14224 Mark Cerrone, Inc. $1,863,000.00 $2,049,300.00 P.O. Box 3009 Niagara Falls, NY 14304 1 hereby certify that the lowest responsible bidder for the above project is Concrete Applied Technologies Corp. (aka CATCO) and I respectifully recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize a contract award to Concrete Applied Technologies (aka CATCO) in the amount of $1,790,378.13. (Base Bid of $1,627,616.48 + [10% unit price increases] $162,791.65 equals [Total Award] $1,790,378.13). The engineer's estimate for this work is $1.5M. Funds for this project are available in our Capital Account #32000006 - 445100 and an account to be named at a later date. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 23, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Pearl Street, One -Way to Two -Way Project, with Concrete Applied Technologies Corporation, with a total bid of $1,790,378.13 (Base Bid of $1,627,616.48 + 10% unit price increase of $162,761.65 for a Total Bid of $1,790,378.13). Funds for this project are available in Capital Account #32000006 - 445100, and an account to be named at a later date. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 614 REPORT OF BIDS WALDEN PARK PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. W40 -60200 CDBG FUNDED YEAR 40 1 advertised for bids on March 2, 2015 and received the following formal sealed bids for the Walden Park Public Improvements Project, which were publicly opened and read on March 20, 2015. General Construction Base Bid Titan Development, Inc. $412,875.00 8534 Seaman Road, Gasport NY Miller Enterprises, Inc. $474,000.00 12 Newfield St., Buffalo NY I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct statement of all bids received and that Titan Development, Inc. with a Base Bid of $412,875, Plus 10% Contingency for $41,287.50, For a total bid of Four Hundred Fifty Four Thousand One Hundred Sixty Two Dollars and 50/100 ($ 454,162.50) is the lowest responsible bidder in accordance with the plans and specifications. I recommend that Your Honorable Body authorize the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks & Streets to order the work on the basis of the low bid. Funding for this project is available in DJ9132007- 470000 - Parks, YR 40 Local ID #50200 Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, dated March 25, 2015, be received and filed; and That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into an agreement for the Walden Park Public Improvements Project, with Titan Development, with a total bid of $454,162.50 (Base Bid of $412,875.00 + 10% Contingency of $41,287.50 for a Total Bid of $454,162.50). Funds for this project are available in Account #DJ9B2007- 470000 - Parks, YR 40 Local ID# 50200. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT & INSPECTION SERVICES NO. 616 FOOD STORE (NEW) 362 WALDEN (FILLMORE) Pursuant to Chapter 194 of the City of Buffalo Ordinances, please be advised that I have examined the attached application for a Food Store License located 352 WALDEN (BADRADDIN NAGI /SAM'S QUICK STOP) and find that as to form is correct. I will cause an investigation into the premises for which said application for a food store license is being sought and no License will be issued until all required approvals are obtained from the Zoning Office, Fire Department, Building Inspections, Police Department and Collections Office and I find it complies with all regulations and other applicable laws. This request is submitted for your approval or whatever action you deem appropriate. REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION NO. 616 USED CAR DEALER 2406 BAILEY AVE (LOVE JOY) Pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City of Buffalo Ordinances, please be advised that I have examined the attached application for a Used Car Dealer License located 2405 BAILEY and find that as to form is correct. I will cause an investigation into the premises for which said application for a used car dealer license is being sought and no License will be issued until all required approvals from the Zoning Office, Police Department, Fire Department and Building Inspection Section are obtained and I find it complies with all regulations and other applicable laws. I have caused an investigation by the Police Department into the moral character of GERALD GRADL JR. The attached thereto for GERALD GRADL JR /JERRY GRADL MOTORS INC. This request is submitted for your approval or whatever action you deem appropriate. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development, Permits and Inspection Services, dated March 17, 2015, be received and filed; That the Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development, Permits and Inspection Services is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City Code to issue a Used Car Dealer License to Gerald Gradl, Jr. d /b /a Jerry Gradl Motors Inc. located at 2405 Bailey Avenue. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF HUMAN RESOURCES NO. 617 CONTRACT APPROVAL PALLADIAN EAP The Department of Human Resources /Division of Civil Service respectfully requests authorization from the Common Council to enter into a contract extension with Palladian EAP. Mr. Smith moved: That the above item be, and the above communication from the Commissioner of Human Resources, dated March 18, 2015, be received and filed; That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of Human Resources to enter into a contract extension with Palladian Employee Assistance Program to City of Buffalo employees, their spouses, and dependents who reside in the same household, for a contractual term of five (5) months, to begin April 1, 2015 and extending through and including August 31, 2015. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 NO. 618 APPOINT PERSONNEL CLERK(CIVIL SERVICE)(INTER)(PERM)(MARTINEZ) Appointment effective 03/30/2015 in the Department of Human Resources, Division of Civil Service to the Position of Personnel Clerk, Permanent at the Intermediate Salary of $34,423.00 Sharon Martinez, 785 Perry St, Buffalo, NY 14210 REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE FROM THE CITY CLERK NO. 619 LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATIONS Attached hereto are communications from persons applying for liquor licenses from the New York State Division of Alcohol Beverage Control Board. Address Business Name Owner's Name 1472 Hertel Crave Restaurant Crave Restaurant 166 -172 Franklin The Buffalo House Nicholas Pitillo 90 -94 Pearl Pearl St Brewing Earl Ketry 2113 -2115 Seneca Schupper House John Bruceman. Jr One News Plaza Roux Soup Bar & Cafe Robert Davidson RECEIVED AND FILED NO. 620 LEAVES OF ABSENCE WITHOUT PAY I transmit herewith notifications received by me, reporting the granting of the leaves of absence without pay, in the various departments as listed: x Police -Dana Gordon RECEIVED AND FILED. NO. 621 NOTICES OF APPOINTMENTS - COUNCIL INTERNS I transmit herewith appointments to the position of Council Intern. Mr. Smith moved the approval of the appointments to the position of Council Intern. ADOPTED. CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment effective March 17, 2015 in the Department of Common Council, Division of North District to the Position of Intern IX, Unclassified at the Flat Salary of $12.85/hr Katherine Pessecow, 293 Hoyt St, Buffalo, NY 14213 NO. 622 NOTICES OF APPOINTMENTS — SEASONAL FLAT I transmit herewith certificates received by me, reporting seasonal and flat salary appointments made in various departments. RECEIVED AND FILED CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment Effective 03/17/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Laborer II, Seasonal, Non - Competitive at the Flat Salary of $12.85/hr William D. McGuire, 401 Parkside, Buffalo, NY 14216 CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment Effective 03/25/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Laborer II, Seasonal, Non - Competitive at the Flat Salary of $12.85/hr Charles G. Lockwood II, 164 Potomac Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213 CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment Effective 03/18/2015 in the Department of Parking, Division of Parking Enforcement, to the Position of Laborer II, Seasonal, Non - Competitive at the Flat Salary of $12.85/hr Connall James Keane, 1080 Tifft St, Buffalo, NY 14220 NO 623 APPOINTMENTS - TEMPORARY, PROVISIONAL OR PERMANENT I transmit herewith Appointments in the various departments made at the Minimum (Temporary, Provisional or Permanent) (as per contract requirements). REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE. CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment effective 04/13/2015 in the Department of Administration and Finance, Policy, & Urban Affairs, Division of Inventory & Stores to the Position of Assistant Supt of Auto Supplies, Provisional at the Minimum Salary of $39,946.00 Christopher Frankhauser, 126 Weimer St, Buffalo, NY 14216 CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment effective, March 16, 2015 in the Department of Law to the Position of Assistant Corporation Counsel II, Temporary, Non Competitive at the Minimum Salary of $64,939.00 Thearthur A. Duncan, 109 Proctor Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215 CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT Appointment Effective 03/17/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Laborer II, Permanent at the minimum Salary of $23,908.00 Ronald Stokes, 629 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212 NON - OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS AND REMONSTRANCES NON - OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS NO. 624 P BURKE -EC LEG MUNICIPAL BROADBAND NETWORK Honorable Common Council Members: Attached is a white paper my office and the Municipal Broadband Committee has researched and written over the last six months. It lays out many of the advantages that a Municipal Broadband Network could have not only for the city, but also for the rural residents in our County. Ensuring access, speed, and affordability for everyone is the cornerstone of this initiative, and I hope that I can count on the support of the Common Council as we move it forward in the County. Sincerely, Patrick B. Burke REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE NO. 626 R. FONTANA -M SCHROEDER- CONCERNS LASALLE AMBULENCE D /B /A RURAL METROMEDICAL SERVCICES Dear Councilman Fontana /Rich It has come to my attention that LaSalle Ambulance, Inc., d /b /a Rural Metro Medical Services ( "Rural Metro ") currently owes the City $262,500 in past due franchise fee payments, and that the company filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August 2013. As Chair of the Common Council's Finance Committee, I encourage you to ensure that the City receives all past due payments before any new contract with Rural Metro is executed, and that the City is protected in the event that Rural Metro becomes insolvent. REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE NO. 626 F. LYSIAK- 240 -260 LAKEFRONT BOULEVARD RFP On Monday evening, March 16, 2015, a meeting was held with the Waterfront Village Advisory Council to discuss the outcome of the public meeting that took place on February 24, 2015 at Templeton Landing that was videotaped and recorded as part of the official Common Council review of the proposed land sale of 240 -260 Lakefront Boulevard to Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation. Please take an opportunity to review the recorded public meeting. It should be noted that in addition to the approximately eighty (80) Waterfront Village residents in attendance, we were pleased that both of our Waterfront Village Councilmen, Darius Pridgen and David Franczyk, were present to hear the resident's concerns as well as enlighten the meeting participants regarding the 240 -260 Lakefront approval process. The comments expressed by a number of Waterfront Village homeowners were familiar to many, including the Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation personnel as well the Common Council members based on previous Waterfront Village Advisory Council communication with all involved parties to include: 1. Building Elevations: Insure that the building elevations are in keeping with the surrounding communities. While the Ciminelli representatives spoke of maintaining a continuity for the building elevations with the surrounding communities, it was apparent that they avoided a direct reference to the proposed building elevations with a dismissal that the proposed buildings would be 3 -4 stories with internal parking, it was evident that, given the proposed four and one half story building, it would not meet the criteria of continuity with the surrounding existing communities consisting of two and three story buildings. Setback: The desired setback expressed in previous communications by the Waterfront Village Advisory Council was 160 feet to which Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation responded with a minimum of 100 feet of setback. Once again, when asked by the meeting participants as to the specific boundaries of the setback, there appeared to be some confusion as to the definition of the 100 feet in as much as there was a proposed recreational area to include a swimming pool and privacy /safety fence (as required by building codes for swimming pools). Once again, the Ciminelli representatives hesitated to commit to the need and location of the proposed pool within the previously established 100 feet of setback from the water. More importantly, the addition of the pool /recreation area no longer provides for the 100 feet of setback from the water. In addition, it was suggested that consideration be given to a setback from Lakefront Boulevard for the proposed townhomes. The response was that it would be considered however due to the access roadways to the proposed communities, it may not be accomplished. It should be noted that there were no roadways, parking areas or landscape plans included in the schematics presented by Ciminelli representatives. 3. Density: The proposed use the 240 -260 Lakefront parcel suggested that as many as thirty (30) residential units be built which is once again is not consistent with the lesser density of surrounding communities. A suggestion was made that a possible reduction in the sale price for the land could result in the need to build fewer units. During the course of the meeting there were questions raised regarding the capacity of the sewer system to handle proposed development, preservation of green space, and the impact of additional traffic on the community. The consensus of opinion by the Waterfront Village Advisory Council is as follows: 1. Encourage our Common Councilmen to continue to withhold approval of the land sale to Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation, as promised, until our above concerns are addressed by the proposed developer. It should be noted that both Waterfront Village Councilmen representatives assured us that the approval would not be given for the land sale until Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation addresses the above concerns. 2. Ciminelli Real Estate corporation be required to provide specific detail plans that accurately address proposed building elevations, setbacks from the water /roadway and neighboring communities, density, greenspace and parking /roadways associated with the proposed development. 3. Establish a meeting protocol of the representatives from the Waterfront Village Advisory Council and Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation to review and approve the proposed plans for the 240 -260 Lakefront Boulevard RFP during the approval process (i.e. BURA, Common Council & Planning Board) 4. Host a public meeting of all Waterfront Village residents to once again review the building plans, landscape, roadways, time table etc, in the establishment of this new community to our Waterfront Village. Indicative of the Waterfront Village Advisory Council's recent approval of Ellicott Development's proposed addition of nine (9) new townhomes along Ojibwa Street, we are not against development however we are strongly in favor of those developers who take the time to meet with the community, adjust their plans accordingly to accommodate the reasonable requests of concerned homeowners and establish a neighboring community that continues to build off the dreams of our residents who have adopted the Waterfront Village as their home. If there are any questions or further explanation needed, please contact Frank Lysiak, Executive Director, Waterfront Village Advisory Council at 723.0029 or flysiak @aol.com or WVAC, PO Box 292, Buffalo, NY 14201 -0292. REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NO. 627 NYSDEC - BROWNFIELD CLEANUP PROGRAM -132 DINGENS Remedy Proposed for Brownfield Site Contamination; Public Comment Period Announced The public is invited to comment on a proposed remedy being reviewed by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to address contamination related to the 132 Dingens St. Site ( "site ") located at 132 -136 Dingens Street, Buffalo, Erie County. Please see the map for the site location. Documents related to the cleanup of this site can be found at the location identified below under "Where to Find Information." The cleanup activities will be performed and funded by 132 Dingens Street, LLC (applicant) with oversight provided by DEC. When DEC is satisfied that cleanup requirements have been achieved, the applicant may be eligible for tax credits to offset the costs of performing cleanup activities and for redevelopment of the site. How to Comment DEC is accepting written comments about the proposed plan for 45 days, from March 25, 2015 through May 8, 2015. The proposed plan is available for public review at —e location identified below under "Where to Find Information." Please submit comments to DEC project manager listed under Project Related Questions in the "Who to Contact" area below. Proposed Remedy The proposed remedy consists of: 1. Excavation of Contaminated Soils /fill The soils /fill contaminated with elevated levels of metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and polychlorinated bi- phenyls (PCBs) will be excavated and disposed off -site at permitted facilities. 2. Cover System: After excavation, the entire site, including remaining contaminated soils will be covered with a minimum of one foot cover. The cover system may consist of crushed stone, asphalt cap, or a vegetative cover. 3. Site Management Plan: This plan will include a maintenance plan for the cover system and a soils management plan for any future excavation activities. 4. Environmental Easement: The institutional controls in the form of an environmental easement will be required. The institutional controls such as allowable land use and groundwater use restrictions and engineering controls such as monitoring and maintenance of the cover system and implementation of the SMP will be described in this document. The proposed remedy would be protective of public health and the environment as elevated contaminated soils /fill would be removed and the cover system would reduce the potential exposure to remaining subsurface contamination in soil /fill materials. The Site Management Plan (SMP) will ensure that any contaminated soil /fill excavated during future activities would be handled properly and the cover system is maintained. The Environmental Easement would ensure that all the institutional and engineering controls remain and the SMP is carried on. Summary of the Investigation: During site investigations, soilfill and groundwater were tested. The contaminants in soilfill were identified to be metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and polychlorinated bi- phenyls (PCBs). The levels of metals, PAHs and PCBs in soil exceed the cleanup objectives for the intended use of the property (Commercial) and require a remediation. The groundwater does not show significant contamination and does not require remediation. Next Steps DEC will consider public comments, revise the plan as necessary, and issue a final Decision Document. New York State Department of Health (DOH) must concur with the proposed remedy. After approval, the proposed remedy becomes the selected remedy. The draft Remedial Work Plan and Proposed Decision Document are revised as needed to describe the selected remedy, and will be made available to the public. The applicant(s) may then design and perform the cleanup action to address the site contamination, with oversight by DEC and DOH. DEC will keep the public informed throughout the investigation and cleanup of the site. Background Location: This site is located at 132 -i36 Dingens Street in the City of Buffalo. The site borders with UPS terminal and Buffalo Games to the north, Dingens Street to the south, Family Service Center to the southwest, Buffalo News warehouse and FPPF Chemical Company to the west, and Niagara Tying Service to the east. Site Features: This 13 acre irregular shaped site contains an old refrigeration building and the remnants of a warehouse building (concrete floors) which was destroyed by a fire in 2010. Currently the site is vacant except for the old refrigeration which is partly rented. The site is completely fenced, and is cluttered with tires and miscellaneous materials. Current Zoning /Use: The site is zoned for industrial use. This site is next to the New Buffalo Industrial Park complex. The general land use of the surrounding properties is commercial and industrial. Historical Uses: In early 1900s, the area was covered with railroad tracks. From early 1930s to 1966, the site was used by Mall's Fuel Service for its fuel oil equipment construction and service business. In 1966, the property was purchased by Niagara Frontier Service /Tops Market. The Tops Market constructed a 102,260 square feet warehouse building and a refrigeration building to store perishable foods. The refrigeration building contained ammonia tanks and was connected to the warehouse by a 5'4" diameter tunnel. In 1996, Tops Market moved out. Later, the property was used by Superior Pallet for recycling, refurbishing, and shredding wood pallets and by Umbra for warehousing and distribution of small waste basket containers. In 2006, AIMS Ventures LLC took over the property. Dating back to 1930s, there had been several above ground and underground petroleum storage tanks (US Ts) and transformers at the site. In 1987, a spill (# 8707625) was reported due to leaking USTs containing diesel fuel. That spill was closed in 1991. Site Geology and Hydrogeology: The site is generally underlain by industrial fill materials (such as slag, cinders, ash, brick, glass, metal, and wood) which is intermixed with earthen fill (such as sand, gravel, silt and clay). The fill overlays natural clays and silts. Groundwater is estimated at approximately 20 feet bgs, The bedrock consists of Onondaga Limestone and is approximately 30 - 35 feet below ground surface. The local groundwater flow is generally to the south. RECEIVED AND FILED NO. 628 PARTICIPATORY BUDGETING IN BUFFALO: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Last July, the Common Council passed a resolution creating a "Participatory Budgeting Committee" to investigate the potential of a participatory budgeting ('PB ") process for Buffalo. PB is an innovative process that includes residents in the public budget process allowing them to create public project ideas and vote on which projects should be funded through city budgets. The committee consisted of over 35 members from across the city, representing neighborhoods, community organizations, block clubs, and city departments. The committee conducted interviews and research to assess how the city receives revenue and evaluated which revenue sources would be best for a PB process to be implemented. The following three sources were determined to be the best fits: 1. Capital Improvement Projects Budget - est. $20 -25 million per year to improve city infrastructure. This funding is limited to infrastructure projects. 2. Community Development Block Grant Funding- est. $10 -15 million per year. This funding is limited to spending on programming and projects in low -to- moderate income areas. 3. Seneca Nation Buffalo Creek Casino Revenue- est. $5 -10 million per year (City receives 25% of casino's revenue). For a PB process to be effective it is recommended that at least $1 million be allocated to allow for impactful programming and projects to be developed. The process for administering PB would be a collaboration between the City and a community organization. The cost of administering the process could be funded by Common Council discretionary funds. The committee also recommends a steering committee be created to govern the PB process by creating the rules and regulations for which PB Buffalo would abide by. It is important that the collaboration between the City and the community be strong. The community knows what it needs, but the City has the expertise in making those needs a reality. A detailed memo has been developed by the committee and will be delivered to each Council Member's office. A public hearing has been scheduled at a special meeting of the Finance Committee for Thursday, April 9 at 6pro in Council Chambers. We look forward to continuing the conversation with you then. Thank you for the opportunity to bring participatory budgeting to your attention. The Participatory Budgeting Working Group of the Buffalo Common Council REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE PETITIONS NO. 629 E. RUSHIKANA, AGENT, USE 468 NIAGARA TO REESTABLISH A GROCERY STORE IN THE NIAGARA RIVER COASTAL SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT (ELL)(HRG 4/07) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION and THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 630 P. LANG, AGENT, USE 1502 NIAGARA TO CONVERT A 6 STORY MASONRY WAREHOUSE TO A 41 UNIT MULTIPLE DWELLING WITH FIRST FLOOR MIXED OCCUPANCY IN THE NIAGARA RIVER COASTAL SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT (NIA)(HRG 4/07) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION and THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 631 L. HALL, AGENT, USE 399 OHIO TO ERECT A 5 STORY MASONRY /STEEL BUILDING WITH COMMERCIAL SPACES IN THE BUFFALO COASTAL SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT (FILL)(HRG 4/07) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION, THE CITY PLANNING BOARD AND THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NO. 632 F. LAZARUS, USE 433 ELLICOTT, TO ATTACH A LED NON - ACCESSORY BILLBOARD TO THE SIDE OF A 1 STORY MASONRY BLDG IN THE DOWNTOWN OVERLAY DISTRICT (ELL)(HRG 4/07) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION and THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 633 J. DALLOS, JR., OWNER, USE 1122 HERTEL TO ALTER THE FAGADE OF A TAVERN IN THE HERTEL AVE SPECIAL ZONING DISTRICT (DEL)(HRG 4/07) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 634 A. SOFIAN, OWNER, USE 1110 LOVEJOY TO USE RETAIL SPACE UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP IN THE LOVEJOY SPECIAI ZONING DISTRICT (LOV)(HRG 4/7) REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND THE CITY PLANNING BOARD NO. 635 R. WYATT -J. ISOME & OTHERS - ROOSEVELT BLOCK CLUB REQUEST ROOSEVELT ST PAVED(UNIV) Gerald A. Chwalinski City Clerk 1308 City Hall Buffalo NY 14202 Attention: Please file petitions from the Roosevelt Avenue Block Club in regards their request to have Roosevelt Avenue Street Repaved. Rasheed N.C. Wyatt University District Councilmember REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS, PARKS AND STREETS REGULAR COMMITTEES CIVIL SERVICE (RASHEED N.C. WYATT, CHAIRPERSON) NO. 636 APPOINT CHIEF DISPATCHER(TITUS JR)(PROV) (CCP# 15- 505,03/17) Mr. Wyatt moved: That Communication 505 of Mar 17, 2015, be received and filed and that the Provisional Appointment of Donald Titus Jr., 92 Briggs Ave, Buffalo, NY 14207, to the Position of Chief Dispatcher, Provisional at the Intermediate Salary of $ 41,299.00 is hereby approved. PASSED AYES -9 NOES -0 NO. 637 APPOINT BUILDING CODE SPECIALIST (PICCOLO)(TEMP)(MAX)(EDPI) (CCP# 15 -518, 03/17) Mr. Wyatt moved: That Communication 518 of Mar 17, 2015, be received and filed and that the Temporary Appointment of Michael Piccolo, 230 Heath St, Buffalo, NY 14214, to the Position of Building Code Specialist, Temporary at the Maximum Salary of $ 56,785.00 is hereby approved. PASSED AYES -9 NOES -0 NO. 638 NOTICES OF APPOINTMENTS - TEMP /PROV /PERM(CTYCLK) (CCP #15 - 526,03/17) Mr. Wyatt moved: That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed ADOPTED FINANCE (RICHARD A. FONTANA CHAIRMAN) NO. 639 BOND ACCOUNT CLOSEOUT (COMPT) (ITEM NO. 488, C.C.P., MARCH 17, 2015) That the above item be, and the same is hereby returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for adoption; Mr. Fontana moved: That the Comptroller is hereby authorized to closeout bonds not expended for the object or purpose of the bonds, as more fully described in the above communication. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 NO. 640 DRUG ASSET WIRE TRANSFERS(POL) (CCP# 15- 508,03/17) Mr. Fontana moved: That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed ADOPTED NO. 641 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL FOR ICE RINK MNGT BTWN COB & NB BISON ASSOC & COB & DOMINIK HASEK YOUTH HOCKEY LEAGUE (ITEM NO. 211, C.C.P. FEB 3, 2015) Mr. Fontana moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common council with a recommendation for approval; That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to enter into agreements with the following to provide professional services necessary for ice rink management: • The Dominik Hasek Youth Hockey League, Inc. for Timothy J. Burvid (Cazenovia) Ice Rink • North Buffalo Bison Hockey Association, Inc. for Lafayette Rink The agreement for the operation of the Bud Bakewell (Riverside) Ice Rink is recommitted to the Finance Committee for further review. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 642 DRUG ASSET WIRE TRANSFERS (POL) (CCP #14-2084,10/14) Mr. Fontana moved: That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed ADOPTED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (JOSEPH GOLOMBEK, JR., CHAIRMAN) NO. 643 AMEND 2014 -2015 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (STRAT PLAN) (ITEM NO. 482, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Golombek moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council without recommendation; Mr. Golombek now moves: That the above item be recommitted to the Committee on Community Development ADOPTED NO. 644 ABANDONMENT AND PARCEL SWAP FOR A PORTION OF THE BAILEY AVENUE RIGHT -OF -WAY FOR A PORTION OF COUNTY -OWNED 152 BAILEY AVENUE(LOV)(STRAT) (ITEM NO. 565, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Golombek moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council without recommendation; Public Hearing: Motion to open public hearing by Mr. Smith Seconded by Mr. Fontana No Speakers Motion to close public hearing by Mr. Smith Seconded by Mr. Fontana Mr. Golombek now moves: That the above item be recommitted to the Committee on Community Development ADOPTED NO. 645 REPORT OF SALE — 1257 GENESEE STREET AND 1269 GENESEE STREET (FILL)(STRAT PLAN) (ITEM NO. 61, C.C.P., JAN. 20, 2015) Mr. Golombek moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the offer from Mr. Mian I. Ahmad of 124 Sobieski, Buffalo, New York 14212, in the amount of Twenty -Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) for the purchase of 1257 Genesee Street and 1269 Genesee Street be and hereby is accepted; and That the transfer tax, recording fees and cost of legal description shall be paid by the purchaser; and That the Office of Strategic Planning be authorized to prepare the necessary documents for the transfer of title and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the same, in accordance with the terms of sale upon which the offer was submitted. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 646 D. SMITH - ARTICLE - POLONCARZ GRILLS ECHCD ABOUT COST OVERRUN (C.C.P. #14 -2541, DEC 23) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 647 RESCIND SALE AND FORFEIT DEPOSIT - 1606 JEFFERSON (MASTEN)(STRAT PLAN) (ITEM NO. 2407, C.C.P., NOV. 25, 2014) Mr. Golombek moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate, be, and hereby is authorized to rescind the sale of 1606 Jefferson to Phyllis N. Caver of 254 Brunswick Blvd., Buffalo, New York 14209, and the deposit of One Hundred Ninety Dollars ($190.00) down payment is forfeited, and that the property be returned to inventory for future sale. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 648 REPORT OF SALE- 1493 DELAVAN EAST (LOV)(STRAT PLAN)(# 14-2060,10/14) (C.C.P. #14 -2231, OCT 28) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 649 D. SMITH -L. STEPHENS- CONCERNS RE ECHDC RFP OUTER HARBOR (C.C.P. #14 -2103, OCT 14) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 650 R. SHATZ- DETERMINATION OF NO SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON ENV -24 RHODE ISLAND(NIA) (C.C.P. #14 -1777, SEPT 2) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 651 R. FONTANA, D. SMITH - ARTICLE GOV CUOMO ANNOUNCES LOAN FUNDING AVAILABLE TO MODERNIZE NORTH COUNTY MOVIE THEATRES (C.C.P. #13 -42, DEC 10) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 652 R. FONTANA, D. SMITH - ARTICLE THEATRE UPGRADES $400,000 (C.C.P. #13 -43, DEC 10) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 653 D. SMITH - FILLMORE CORRIDOR NEIGHBORHOOD COALITION (C.C.P. #13 -31, NOV 12) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 654 D. SMITH - TORONTO MANUFACTURER TO BUY NFTA PARCEL ON OUTER HARBOR (C.C.P. #13 -55, OCT 1) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 655 TRANSFER OUTER HARBOR LANDS TO COB (SMITH) (C.C.P #12 -48, OCT 16) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 656 CONTRACT BTWN SENECA GAMING & COB (LOCURTO) (C.C.P. #12 -62, OCT 2) (#119,9/18) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 657 D. SMITH REQ. PORTION OF HUMBOLDT PARKWAY AND WINSLOW AVENUE TRAILBLAZER SIGNS "CHARLENE CAVER MILLER WAY" (ITEM NO. 96, C.C.P., JULY 10, 2014) That the above item be, and the same hereby is returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval: Mr. Golombek moved: That the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets be, and he hereby is authorized to install trailblazing signs beneath the existing street signs on a portion of Humboldt Parkway and Winslow Avenue proclaiming that portion as "Charlene Caver Miller Way." PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 658 D. SMITH REQ. PORTION OF WOODLAWN AVENUE TRAILBLAZER SIGNS "SUSIE M. SMITH WAY" (ITEM NO. 97, C.C.P., JULY 10, 2014) That the above item be, and the same hereby is returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; Mr. Golombek moved: That the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets be, and he hereby is authorized to install trailblazing signs beneath the existing street signs 385 Woodlawn Avenue proclaiming that portion as "Susie M. Smith Way." PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 659 D. SMITH - ARTICLE PUBLIC FINANCING OF FOOTBALL STADIUMS (C.C.P. #11 -53, NOV 1) Mr. Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED LEGISLATION (CHRISTOPHER P. SCANLON, CHAIRMAN) NO. 660 FOOD STORE LICENSE (NEW) - 1000 ELMWOOD AVENUE (DEL)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 511, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Service is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 194 of the City Code to issue a Food Store License to Rashid Ali d /b /a The Market On Elmwood located at 1000 Elmwood Avenue. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 661 FOOD STORE LICENSE (NEW) - 1326 EAST FERRY (FILL)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 512, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Services is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 194 of the City Code to issue a Food Store License to Basma Saleh d /b /a One Stop Express Mart Inc. located at 1326 East Ferry upon the following conditions: • Hours of operation: store must close by 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Saturday • House of operation: store must close by 12:00 midnight on Friday and Saturday • No hand painted signs • No obstruction of windows • Working security cameras inside and outside of the store • No selling of "loose" items, i.e., cigarettes, single diapers • No selling of drug paraphernalia, including 'one -hit' glass tubes, cigarette rolling papers PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 662 FOOD STORE LICENSE (NEW) - 83 GRANT STREET (NIA)(DPIS) (ITEM NO, 513, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Services is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 194 of the City Code to issue a Food Store License to Seat' Almashakhy d /b /a Fast Link located at 83 Grant Street. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 663 FOOD STORE LICENSE (NEW) - 366 PERRY STREET (FILL)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 514, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Services is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 194 of the City Code to issue a Food Store License to Ghassan Mohsin d /b /a Perry Mini Mart & Grill located at 366 Perry Street upon the following conditions: • Hours of operation: store must close by 11:00 p.m. Sunday through Saturday • ,House of operation: store must close by 12:00 midnight on Friday and Saturday • No hand painted signs • No obstruction of windows • Working security cameras inside and outside of the store • No selling of "loose" items, i.e., cigarettes, single diapers • No selling of drug paraphernalia, including 'one -hit' glass tubes, cigarette rolling papers PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 664 USED CAR DEALER - 779 GENESEE STREET (ELL)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 517, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council without recommendation; That the Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development, Permits and Inspections Services is hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City Code to issue a Used Car Dealer License to Kelvin Beaver d /b /a Executive Automotive Design, Inc., located at 779 Genesee Street. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 665 A. AHMED, OWNER, TO USE 1146 HERTEL AVENUE TO CONTINUE RESTAURANT UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT IN THE HERTEL AVENUE SPECIAL DISTRICT AND CONTINUE USE OF EXISTING OUTDOOR PATIO ON CITY RIGHT -OF -WAY (DEL)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 537, C.C.P., MAR. 17, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Common Council hereby approves the application of A. Ahmed, Owner, to continue a restaurant under new management and continued use of existing patio on City right -of -way, located at 1146 Hertel Avenue in the Hertel Avenue Special District. PASSED AYES 9. NOES 0 NO. 666 DOWNTOWN SPECIAL VENDING DISTRICT AMENDMENT REQUEST (DPIS) (ITEM NO. 411, C.C.P., MARCH 3, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council without a recommendation; That the Commissioner of Permits and Inspections Services in hereby authorized pursuant to Chapter 316 "Street Vending in the Special Downtown Vending District' to amend sites located on the "Downtown Special Vending District' and amendments to the boundaries of said District per the request of Buffalo Place, Inc. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 667 NYSDOT- RESPONSE TO RENAMING SQUAW ISLAND TO "DIVIDED ISLAND" (C.C.P. #15 -443, MAR 3) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 668 B. MELBER, AGENT, TO USE 492 ELMWOOD TO CONTINUE RESTAURANT UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT IN THE ELMWOOD AVENUE SPECIAL DISTRICT (NIA)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 449, C.C.P., MAR. 3, 2015) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Common Council hereby approves the application of B. Melber, Agent, to continue a restaurant under new management, located at 492 Elmwood Avenue in the Elmwood Avenue Special District. PASSED AYES 9, NOES 0 NO. 669 DISCH LEG #15 -177 "RENAMING OF SQUAW ISLAND TO DIVIDED ISLAND (HRG 3 /3)(SMITH) (C.C.P. #15 -467, MAR 3) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 670 FOOD STORE LICENSE (NEW) -1245 E. DELEVAN (LOV) (C.C.P. #15 -218, FEB 3) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 671 D. SMITH -M. JOHN SR- RESPONSE SENECA NATION REQUEST ELIMINATION OF THE WORD SQUAW (C.C.P #15 -115, JAN 20) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 672 D. SMITH -ERIE BASIN MARINA APPROVED SLIP HOLDER RATES (C.C.P. #14 -2104, OCT 14) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 673 E. TAUBLIEB- CONCERNS AGMT BTW COB AND SMITH BOYS BFLO HARBOR, INC. (C.C.P. #14 -1993, SEPT 30) Mr. Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed. ADOPTED NO. 674 M. HENGER, AGENT, TO USE 2161 SENECA TO ALTER EXISTING TAVERN FOR A SOUP KITCHEN IN THE SENECA STREET SPECIAL ZONING DISTRICT (SOUTH)(DPIS) (ITEM NO. 2021, C.C.P., SEPT. 30, 2014) Mr. Scanlon moved: That the above item be, and the same hereby is, returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for approval; That the Common Council hereby approves the application of Mr. Henger, Agent, to alter an existing tavern in the Seneca Street Special Zoning District for a soup kitchen for St. Simon's located at 2161 Seneca Street. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 RESOLUTIONS NO. 675 BY: MR. FONTANA TRANSFER OF FUNDS That, Pursuant to §20 -12 of the Charter and the Certificate of the Mayor and the Comptroller submitted to the Common Council, the appropriation in be transferred and reappropriated as set forth below: From: 30000106- 445100 City Planning $131,860.00 To: 30001016- 445100 Citywide Tree Management & Planning $131,860.00 I V A 9AV:» III tell r .I:9K0ldildiIIa1:10i1►191►/_1►[y:1 NO. 676 BY: FILLMORE DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER DAVID A. FRANCZYK THE 17 "ANNUAL ALLEN WEST FESTIVAL WHEREAS, The Allentown Association, Inc, has requested permission to conduct the 7 Annual Allen West Festival on the weekend of June 130' and 14 h 2015; and WHEREAS, The purpose of the festival is to promote arts and crafts and support those talented individuals who create such work; and WHEREAS, The Allentown Association seeks to heighten public awareness of the fine arts and crafts and to heighten public awareness of all that the Allentown District of the City of Buffalo has to offer; and WHEREAS, Each year the Allen West Festival attracts thousands of people to the City of Buffalo, including over two hundred talented artists and craftspeople; and WHEREAS, The Special Events Advisory Committee, a committee established pursuant to Chapter 414 of the Charter & Code of the City of Buffalo: will meet to consider the application of the Allentown Association to hold the 17 Annual Allen West Art Festival; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, This Common Council hereby grants to the Allentown Association, Inc. permission to conduct the 17 Annual Allen West Art Festival subject to the terms and conditions contained herein as well as any additional terms and conditions established by the Special Events Advisory Committee. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Date and Time of Event. The event shall take place the weekend of June 13 and 14 2015, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM each day and the streets will be closed to general traffic from 6:00 AM Until 8:00 PM. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Event Area. The event area shall be defined as follows: The area bounded by North Street and Symphony Circle on the north, Elmwood Avenue (west side) on the east, Virginia Street on the south, and Orton Place and Cottage Streets on the west. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Event Participants. The following terms and conditions shall apply to the event area: Art and Craft Exhibitors "Art and /or craft exhibitors shall be permitted at the following locations only: Allen Street between Elmwood Avenue and Wadsworth (north and south sides); and Wadsworth between Allen Street and Symphony Circle (east and west sides). 2. Approval Process Only art and craft exhibitors approved in accordance with the Allentown Association's application and selection process will be permitted to participate in the event area defined above, No more than 200 art and craft exhibitors will be permitted. Exhibitors engaged in the exhibition or sale of so- called "pseudo" art and commercial exhibitors not engaged in the exhibition or sale of arts and /or crafts shall not be included in that total. 3. Food Concessionaires and Vendors. Only food concessionaires and vendors approved in accordance with the Allentown Association's application and selection process will be permitted to participate in the event within the area defined above. Such approved food concessionaires and vendors shall be located in an area determined by the Allentown Association in accordance with the recommendation of the Commissioner of Police or his designee and the Commissioner of Fire or his designee. Food concessionaires and vendors will not be permitted to operate outside of the event area. 4. Promotional Items The Allentown Association, at its sole discretion, may select and designate a single vendor employing a reasonable number of persons to vend balloons in the event area. The Allentown Association may also select and designate a single vendor to produce and sell Art Festival T- shirts, sweatshirts or similar merchandise. The Allentown Association in accordance with the recommendation of the Commissioner of Police or his designee and the Commissioner of Fire or his designee shall locate such vendors. 5. Compliance with Existing Laws. Not Withstanding the above. Participants, concessionaires, and vendors are required to comply with all applicable city, county, and state licensing and health code requirements. Open container laws will be strictly enforced. Outdoor liquor sales are prohibited. Nothing herein is intended to limit the lawful operation of sidewalk cafe's operating in accordance with Section 413- 59 of the Charter & Code of the City of Buffalo. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, 1. Remote Broadcasts. Radio and television broadcasts from remote broadcast units located outside of a building regularly occupied by a radio or television station may be permitted within the event area at the discretion of the Allentown Association. No such remote broadcast or telecasts will be permitted on the public streets or out -of -doors on adjacent private property without the permission of the Allentown Association. Promotional activities other than those permitted by the Allentown Association are strictly prohibited. 2. Vendor and Exhibitor Identification The Allentown Association shall provide all participants with suitable identification expressly indicating that each is an authorized participant in the event. Except as herein provided, there shall be no other participants within the event area during the event whether on public streets or out -of -doors on adjacent private property, including, but not limited to, exhibitors, concessionaires, vendors, and performers, individuals engaged in promotional activities, fundraising activities, displays of goods or otherwise. Performances are prohibited within the festival area, this includes musicians and dancers. 3. Inflatable Devices All temporary inflatable devices used to advertise or direct attention to a business, service, product and /or activity shall also be excluded from the event area. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED: That the Common Council hereby requests the street closing fee be waived for the 17 Annual "Allen West Festival" and that copies of this Resolution be forwarded to Commissioner Stepniak of the Department of Public Works and to Ms. Nicole Drye of the Office of Special Events. David A. Franczyk Fillmore District Council Member PASSED AYES — 9 NOES - 0 NO. 677 BY: FILLMORE DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER WAIVE SPECIAL EVENT AND TENT PERMIT FEES FOR THE 7 ANNUAL BBQ AND BLUES BASH Whereas Gateway- Longview is a non - profit, child and family service organization that has been providing care, counseling and support to countless children and families since 1890; and Whereas: On Friday, June 19, 2015, the 7 th annual BBQ and Blues Bash will take place on Illinois Street in Buffalo's Historic Cobblestone District; and Whereas: Live blues music and some of the area's best barbeque will be available for the fundraiser which will benefit Gateway. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Common Council hereby requests that the Special Event and Tent Permit fee be waived for the June 19, 2015 "BBQ and Blues Bash" located on Illinois Street ; and Be It Further Resolved: That a copy of this Resolution be sent to the Department of Special Events, Fire Prevention and the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets. PASSED AYES — 9 NOES — 0 NO. 678 BY: MR. GOLOMBEK WAIVE TOTE FEES FOR FAMILY FISHING DAY Whereas: Family Fishing Day Started out in 2008 as a way to teach kids about fishing; and Whereas: Sponsored by the Buffalo United Front, Family Fishing Day has grown from the 50 attendees in 2008. This year over 800 participants are expected to attend the event, which features fishing, games and a picnic; and Whereas: The mission of the Buffalo United Front is to reduce incidences of youth violence while giving them exposure to positive experiences in our community; and Whereas: Family Fishing Day will take place on June 27 and June 28, 2015 at Black Rock Canal Park, formerly known as the Ontario Street Boat Launch at the foot of Ontario; and Whereas: The Buffalo United Front has requested waiver of the fee for 15 garbage totes from the City of Buffalo; Now, Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Common Council hereby directs the Department Public Works, Parks and Street to waive all tote fees for Family Fishing Day at Broderick Park on June 27 and 28, 2015; and Be It Further Resolved: That the City Clerk is directed to send certified copies of this resolution to the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets and to the Buffalo United Front. PASSED AYES -9 NOES -0 NO. 679 SPONSORS: MICHAEL J. LOCURTO, DAVID FRANCZYK CREATION OF THE OFFICE OF THE PUBLIC ADVOCATE WHEREAS, there is a need to explore the position of a Public Advocate to represent the interest of the general public in coordinating, monitoring and resolving all citizen grievances with City government and advising all City departments and officials; and, WHEREAS, the Public Advocate also serves as an ombudsman for City government, providing oversight for City agencies, investigating citizens' complaints about City services and making proposals to address perceived shortcomings or failures of those services, independent of the Mayor's Office or Common Council; and, WHEREAS, the Office of the New York City Public Advocate was successfully created in 1993, and the office serves as a direct link between the electorate and city government, effectively acting a "watchdog" for New Yorkers; and, WHEREAS, it is the mission of the Commission on Citizen Rights and Community Relations of the City of Buffalo to strive to eliminate prejudice, intolerance, bigotry and discrimination; to encourage equality of treatment and prevent discrimination and to assure respect for the civil liberties of all citizens, the position of Public Advocate will help to strengthen the work of the Commission by providing oversight and guidance; and, WHEREAS, the general election held in the year 2017 and every second year thereafter a Public Advocate shall be elected by the electors of the entire city for a term of two years; and, WHEREAS, the Public Advocate shall be an Ex- Officio member of the Common Council and shall have power to propose any law or resolution for consideration of the Common Council in accordance with the City Charter: and, WHEREAS, the Public Advocate shall be an Ex- Officio member of all Commissions and Boards created in accordance with the City Charter; and, WHEREAS, there currently exists two Deputy Mayor positions, one of which remains unfilled; and removing one Deputy Mayor would provide funding for a Public Advocate position that is budget neutral; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Buffalo Common Council does hereby support the creation of an Office of the Public Advocate as outlined above and similar to what currently exists in New York City; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the City of Buffalo Law Department will work with Council Members and legislative staff to provide advice and expertise to ensure the legality of such a position; and, BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED: That a copy of this resolution be sent to Administration, Finance, Policy and Urban Affairs, Citizen Services and Community Relations, Law Department, a Mayor s Office and the Office of Strategic Planning. ADOPT FINAL RESOLVE, REFER REMAINDER TD THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION NO. 680 SPONSORED BY: DAVID A. RIVERA, NIAGARA DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER TRANSFER OF 49 LAWRENCE PLACE Whereas, 49 Lawrence Place ( "the Lot ") is currently a vacant lot owned by the City of Buffalo; and Whereas, the Lots adjacent to 378 Massachusetts Avenue aka Massachusetts Avenue Park ( "the Park "); and Whereas, during the planning phase of the recent rehabilitation of the Park, the Lot was identified as a possible extension of the park as an entry point from Lawrence Place; and Whereas, by transferring 49 Lawrence Place from the Division of Real Estate to the Parks Department, this will allow for the full realization of Massachusetts Avenue Park and create two official entrances to the Park. Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that the City of Buffalo Common Council approves the transfer for 49 Lawrence Place to the Parks Department to be combined with 378 Massachusetts Avenue; and Be It Further Resolved, the City Clerk is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the Parks Department, Law Department, and Division of Real Estate. ADOPT FINAL RESOLVE, REFER REMAINDER TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, CORRORATION COUNSEL. AND COMMISSIONER OF PARKS NO. 681 MAJORITY LEADER DEMONE A. SMITH, COUNCIL MEMBERS MICHAEL J. LOCURTO, JOSEPH GOLOMBEK JR., CHRISTOPHER P. SCANLON, AND RASHEED N.C. WYATT SUBMITTED THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION: CITYWIDE BROADBAND MUNICIPAL INTERNET NETWORK Whereas, High speed internet is necessary infrastructure in the 21 sc century. It is an essential resource for the residents, businesses and students in our community; and Whereas, High speed internet access is a critical tool for our fire department, police force, and government offices. Internet is also an important means of communication during disaster situations; and Whereas, In The City of Buffalo, there exists a 'digital divide', in which citizens from various socioeconomic backgrounds are disproportionately deprived of information, opportunities and resources that municipal high speed internet access can provide; and Whereas, A lack of local competition in the internet service provider market has resulted in the monopolization of service, resulting in high prices and slow service for the residents of Buffalo; and Whereas, Municipal internet fosters economic development, lowers prices and can create competition in the market; and Whereas, By taking the initiative to install a public infrastructure, the city can provide better service at lower cost; and Now, Therefore Be It Resolved that The City of Buffalo Common Council- - 1) Seeks to provide The City of Buffalo with fast, affordable, and reliable municipal internet; and 2) In order to evaluate the most effective means of supplying internet access to the City, a consultant shall be retained to make recommendations on the logistics of this undertaking: and 3) The Common Council hereby requests that the Department of Public Works, Corporation Council, The Office of Telecommunications, Management Information Systems, and the Office of Strategic Planning to review and discuss installing internet access infrastructure and provide The Common Council with timely written recommendations on this matter; and 4) The City Clerk's Office will forward copies of this resolution to the aforementioned departments, as well as Mayor Byron Brown, the FCC, NYS Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, and the representatives of the Erie County Legislature for their ADOPTED NO. 682 BY MR. SMITH THE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ACT Whereas, The Community Schools Act establishes a state -based grant process to fund planning, implementation, improvement, and evaluation of community schools and aims to ensure the highest quality educational opportunities for all students and improves educational outcomes for all students through investment in sustainable Community Schools; and Whereas, The State Education Department (SED) will provide technical assistance and make renewable five year grants available to schools that express interest and are eligible by virtue of low performance, graduation rate or designation as a school of poverty; and Whereas, Each Community School in receipt of the grant will implement positive school discipline policies and practices that follow a restorative justice model and are designed to keep students in school; and Whereas, Each Community School will include a comprehensive plan to promote primary health care, dental care, nutrition services and mental, emotional and behavioral health services at the school; and Whereas, Community Schools will document and evaluate their results from the community schools program to develop a set of best practices to be shared locally, state -wide and nationally. Whereas, The Community Schools Act will establish sustainable community schools with engaging and relevant curriculums, wrap around health, social and emotional services, positive discipline practices such as restorative justice, and transformational parenting and community engagement; Now, Therefore Be It Resolved that The City of Buffalo Common Council- - 1) Recognizes and Supports The Community Schools Act as a comprehensive solution to problems facing public schools, especially in poor communities; and 2) The City Clerk's Office will forward copies of this resolution to Buffalo Public Schools Interim Superintendent Donald A. Ogilvie, the Board of Education, and Mayor Byron Brown for their review ADOPTED NO. 683 BY MR. WYATT SMART STREET LIGHTING Whereas, Smart street lighting is a combination of LED lighting and mobile connectivity. Smart street lighting can include mobile telecommunication equipment that can allow city authorities to rent out space within connected lighting poles to network service providers for mobile broadband infrastructure; and Whereas, Smart LED street lighting can generate an energy savings of 50 to 70 percent over conventional street lighting, with savings reaching 80 percent when coupled with smart controls; and Whereas, By renting out the incorporated mobile telecommunication space, mobile network operators will be able to improve data coverage and capacity for citizens, resulting in enhanced mobile broadband services. This can also increase the savings return for the City by offsetting the up -front cost of installing and managing the system, thereby reducing the strain on city budgets; and Whereas, Smart street lighting can provide citizens with improved network performance in dense urban areas as well as high quality, public lighting that is energy efficient; and Whereas, The white light of LED lighting can improve safety and visibility when compared to the orange glow of traditional high pressure sodium systems; and Whereas, by taking the initiative to install public smart streetlight infrastructure, the city can provide a better service at a lower cost. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved that The City of Buffalo Common Council- - 1.) Seeks to provide The City of Buffalo with improved mobile network coverage for data communications and enhanced safety with brighter, more well lit streets; and 2) In order to evaluate the most effective means of supplying this technology to the City, a consultant shall be retained to make recommendations on the logistics of this undertaking; and 3) The Common Council hereby requests that the Department of Public Works, Corporation Council, The Office of Telecommunications, Management Information Systems, and the Office of Strategic Planning to review and discuss installing internet access infrastructure and provide The Common Council with written recommendations on this matter on or before June 24th 2015; and REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BY: RASHEED N. C. WYATT NO. 684 APPOINTMENTS COMMISSIONER OF DEEDS That the following person(s) are hereby appointed as Commissioner of Deeds for the term ending December 31, 2016, conditional, upon the person so appointed certifying under oath to their qualifications and filing same with the City Clerk. Don Goetze David Michael Monk TOTAL:2 ADOPTED NO. 685 ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS The following meetings are scheduled. All meetings are held in the Common Council Chambers, 13 floor City Hall, Buffalo, New York, unless otherwise noted. Regular Committees Committee on Civil Service Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 9:45 o'clock A.M. Committee on Finance following Civil Service Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 10:00 o'clock A.M. Committee on Comm. Dev. Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at 1:00 o'clock P.M. Committee on Legislation Tuesday, April 7. 2015 at 2:00 o'clock P.M. Special Committees Committee on Finance Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 6:00 o'clock P.M. (Public Disclaimer): All meetings are subject to change and cancellation by the respective Chairmen of Council Committees. In the event that there is sufficient time given for notification, it will be provided. In addition, there may be meetings set up whereby the City Clerk's Office is not made aware; therefore, unless we receive notice from the respective Chairmen, we can only make notification of what we are made aware. NO. 686 ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Mr. Smith, Seconded by Mr. Rivera, the Council adjourned at 2:58 PM GERALD A. CHWALINSKI CITY CLERK March 31. 2015