HomeMy WebLinkAbout15-0929 NO. 18
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
CITY OF BUFFALO
SEPTEMBER 29, 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
SOUTH DISTRICT
CHRISTOPHER P.SCANLON
MAJORITY LEADER
NIAGARA DISTRICT
DAVID A. RIVERA
DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBERS
RICHARD A. FONTANA-LOVEJOY
DAVID A FRANCZYK-FILLMORE
ULYSEES O.WINGO SR.-MASTEN
JOSEPH GOLOMBEK JR.—NORTH
JOEL P. FEROLETO—DELAWARE
RASHEED N.C.WYATT-UNIVERSITY
REGULAR COMMITTEES
CIVIL SERVICE COMMITTEE: Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-Chairman, Richard A. Fontana, David A. Rivera, Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr.-
Members
CLAIMS COMMITTEE:Joel P. Feroleto-Chairman,Joseph Golombek Jr., David A. Rivera, Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-Members
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Joseph Golombek Jr.,Chairman- David A. Rivera, Christopher P. Scanlon, Ulysees O.
Wingo,Sr.Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-Members
FINANCE COMMITTEE: Richard A. Fontana,Chairman,Joel P. Feroleto, David A. Rivera, Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr. Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-
Members.
LEGISLATION COMMITTEE: Christopher P. Scanlon, Chairman, Joel P. Feroleto, David A. Franczyk,Joseph Golombek Jr., David A.
Rivera-Members.
RULES COMMITTEE: Darius G. Pridgen,Chairman,Christopher P.Scanlon, David A. Rivera-Members
SPECIAL COMMITTEES
BUDGET COMMITTEE: David A. Rivera,Chairman,Joseph Golombek,Jr.,Christopher P.Scanlon, Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-Members
EDUCATION COMMITTEE: , Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr.Chairman,Joseph Golombek,Jr., ,Christopher P.Scanlon, Rasheed N.C.Wyatt-
Members
POLICE OVERSIGHT: David A. Rivera.,Chairman,Joel P. Feroleto, David A Franczyk,Christopher P.Scanlon—Members
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:,Christopher P.Scanlon,Chairman Joel P. Feroleto, David A. Franczyk, David A. Rivera,-Members
WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: Christopher P.Scanlon Chairman, David A. Franczyk,Joseph Golombek,Jr.,
Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr.-Members
INVOCATION PLEDGE TO FLAG DATE September 29, 2015
FINAL
MAYOR
MAYOR- EXECUTIVE
1880- 1. Strat Plan-Permission to Designate Developer-101 Hertel-Former
School#51(North) APP
1881- 2. Strat Plan-Permission to Designate Developer-429 Plymouth Former School
#77 aka 429 Plymouth and Vacant Lot at 378 Normal(Nia) APP
1882- 3. Strat Plan-PILOT Payments-500 Seneca Project& Mem of Understanding APP
1883- 4. Strat Plan-Report of Sale-233 Fougeron(Fill) APP
1884- 5. Traff Vio-Appoint Traffic Agency Representative(Perm)(Max)(Spada) CS
COUNCIL PRESIDENT
1885- 6. Announcement of Regular Committee Appointments R&F
1886- 7. Announcement of Special Committee Appointments R&F
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
1887- 8. Appoint Systems Support Analyst(Prov)(Inter)(McCrea) CS
1888- 9. Appoint System Analyst(Temp)(Inter)(Sanfilippo) CS
PUBLIC WORKS
1889- 10. Notification Serials-10900 to 10904(Waive 45 Days) R&F
1890- 11. Permission to Enter Agreement&Accept Improvements to
ROW-432 Dingens(Lov) APP
1891- 12. Permission to Hire Consultant, Receive Bids &Accept Funds-Northland
Ave Improvements(Mas) APP
1892- 13. Permission to Hire Consultant, Receive Bids &Accept Funds-Safe Routes to
School Improvements(Ell) APP
1893- 14. Permission to Purchase Ford F-350 XL Pick Up Truck APP
1894- 15. Permission to Waive Formal Bidding Procedures for Single Source Purchase of
Elgin Pelican Street Sweeper APP
1895- 16. Request Permission to Accept Improvements to Bud Bakewell &Timothy Burvid
Indoor Ice Rinks APP
1896- 17. Vehicle Purchase-Div of Engineering-Various Trucks FIN
1897- 18. Appoint Heavy Equipment Operator(Prov)(Inter)(Then) CS
1898- 19. Appoint Laborer II(Perm)(Inter)(Davis) CS
1899- 20. Appoint Tel ler(Perm)(Inter)(MasuIlo) CS
1900- 21. Appoint Truck Driver(Prov)(Inter)(Roberson) CS
POLICE
1901- 22. Appoint Police Officer(Perm)(Badger, Sr.) CS
1902- 23. Appoint Police Surveillance Camera Monitor(Prov)(sixth step)(Carr) CS
PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
1903- 24. Food Store License(New)-529 Dodge(Ell) LEG
1904- 25. Food Store License(New)-881 William aka 389 Fillmore(Fill) LEG
1905- 26. Second Hand Dealer-565 Elmwood(Nia) APP
ADMINSTRATION, FINANCE, POLICY AND URBAN AFFAIRS
1906- 26AA. Auction/Scrap of Vehicles APP
PARKING
1907- 26A Permission to Takeover Impounded Car-2013 Malibu FIN
CITY CLERK
1908- 26B Application for Restricted Use Permit-69 W. Chippewa-10/01/2015 DENY
1909- 27. Liquor License Applications R&F
1910- 28. Leaves of Absence R&F
1911- 29. Appoint Chief of Staff-Council Staff(Lal) ADOPT
1912- 30. Appoint Deputy City Clerk(Marks) ADOPT
1913- 31. Appoint Legislative Aide-Delaware District(Richards) ADOPT
1914- 32. Notices of Appointments-Council Interns ADOPT
1915- 33. Notices of Appointment-Seasonal R&F
1916- 34. Notices of Appointments-Temp/Prov/Perm CS
MISCELLANEOUS
1917- 34A. S. Barber Geter-Formally Object to Housing at 347 East Ferry CD
1918- 35. D. Funke-Request Council Sign Petition Re New Sustainable Funding for
Public Transportation , Bldg New Rail Stations & Specific Light Rail Ext R&F
1919- 36. D. Franczyk-S. Bystran-Request New Pole be Allowed at 65 Vandalia R&F
1920- 37. J. Golombek-Nuisance Property Article-Tenants & Landlords LEG
1921- 38. M. Kearns-Foreclosure Epidemic in Erie County LEG,EDPI
1922- 39. NYSDEC-Brownfield Cleanup Notice-350 Niagara(Ell) R&F
1923- 40. NYSDEC-Cleanup of Cantamination-905 Elmwood Ave R&F
1924- 41. NYSDEC-Public Comment Invited on Cleanup Proposal-399 Ohio St R&F
1925- 42. P. Lyttle LLP-Oppose Restricted Use Permit-169 Buffalo River-Scrap
Processing Yard LEG
1926- 43. D. Pridgen-H. Burke-Resending 204 High St Restoration at Medical
History Museum R&F
1927- 44. M. Romanowski-Subdivision of Land-Highland Park Development R&F
1928- 45. SEQRA-Negative Declaration-643 Grant St(North) ADOPT
1929- 46. R. Wyatt-C. Koeppel-Concerns Storage Facility-400-410 Kenmore (Univ) CD
PETITIONS
1930- 47. M. Jacobbi, Agent, Use 488 Franklin to Re-Establish a Sit in Restaurant
w/Front Patio, Add Use of Bar and Place a Projecting Sign in Front of
Building in the Allen St Special District(hrg 10/06)(Fill) LEG,CPBD,ZONING
RESOLUTIONS
1990- 47A. Franczyk First Niagara Center and Buffalo Sabres Installation of Banners APP
1991- 48. Franczyk Stop False Letter Re Bills Stadium in OFW ADOPT
1992- 48A Franczyk Waive Requirement that Construction of New Wooded
Electrical Poles is Not Allowed on Republic St APP
1993- 48B Golombek Waive Special Event Fees for Church Com Outreach Program APP
1994- 49. Pridgen Appoint Chief of Staff(Lal) ADOPT
1995- 50. Pridgen Appoint Marriage Officer(Oct 31)(Golombek Jr) ADOPT
1996- 50A. Pridgen Compassionate Care Act ADOPT
1997- 51. Pridgen Permission to Hang Banners EC Public Library
Science Exhibit APP
1998- 52. Pridgen Sex Offender Reporting Inquiry ADOPT RES,REM LEG
1999- 52A. Rivera,etc Call on Public Service Commission to Adequately Address Energy
Needs of Low-Income Residents ADOPT
2000- 53. Rivera Waiver of Fees-EID at the Park APP
2001- 53A Rivera Ordinance Amendment-Ch 154 Discrimination LEG
2002- 54. Wyatt, etc Common Council Schedule on Gov't Access ADOPT RES,REM CD
2003- 54A Wyatt Appoint Legislative Assistant Appointment(White) ADOPT
2004- 55. Wyatt Comm of Deeds-Public Duties ADOPT
2005- 56. Wyatt Comm of Deeds ADOPT
TABLE ITEMS
SUBMISSION LIST OF COMMITTEE ITEMS FOR THE COUNCIL MEETINGS
CIVIL SERVICE
1931- 1. 15-1777 Com Sept 15 Appoint System Administrator(Temp)(Inter)(Richardson)(MIS) APP
1932- 2. 15-1778 Com Sept 15 Appoint System Administrator(Prov)(Max)(Springer)(MIS) APP
1933- 3. 15-1793 Com Sept 15 Appoint Supervisor of Street Sanitation(Prov)(Inter)(Rigby)(PW)_APP
1934- 4. 15-1794 Com Sept 15 Appoint Equipment Operator(Temp)(Inter)(Tirone) APP
1935- 5. 15-1795 Com Sept 15 Appoint Recreation Instructor(Temp)(Max)(McParlane)(PW) APP
1936- 6. 15-1798 Com Sept 15 Appoint Captain(Perm)(Rosenswie III)(Pol) APP
1937- 7. 15-1799 Com Sept 15 Appoint Captain(Perm)(Ammerman)(Pol) APP
1938- 8. 15-1800 Com Sept 15 Appoint Captain(Cont Perm)(Joyce Jr)(Pol) APP
1939- 9. 15-1801 Com Sept 15 Appoint Police Lieutenant(Perm)(English, Garris)(Pol) APP
1940- 10. 15-1802 Com Sept 15 Appoint Police Lieutenant(Cont Perm)(Anaya, Koktajlo,
Mayesw)(Pol) APP
1941- 11. 15-1803 Com Sept 15 Appoint Detective(Perm)(Smith)(Pol) APP
1942- 12. 15-1804 Com Sept 15 Appoint Detective (Temp)(Drabik)(Pol) APP
1943- 13. 15-1813 Com Sept 15 Appoint Legislative Assistant(Univ)(White)(Cty Clk) ADOPT
1944- 14. 15-1816 Com Sept 15 Notices of Appointments-Temp/Prov/Perm(Cty Clk) R&F
FINANCE
1945- 15. 15-1789 Com Sept 15 Permission to Purchase Used Equipment-East Side
Transfer Station(Lov)(Pw) APP
1946- 16. 15-1796 Com Sept 15 COB Police Dept Proposed Agmt With PAL for Administration
of Funding For Bflo Peacemakers Prol(Pol) APP
1947- 17. 15-1024 Com May 26 2014-2015 Third Quarter Gap Sheets Report(Compt) R&F
1948- 18. 15-1048 Com May 26 3rd Quarter Gap(A&F) R&F
1949- 19. 15-628 No Mar 31 Participatory Budgeting in Buffalo-An Executive Summary R&F
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1950- 20. 15-1602 Com Sept 1 Report of Sale-521 Broadway(EII)(Strat Plan) APP
1951- 21. 15-1610 Com Sept 1 Report of Sale-869 North land(Masten)(Strat Plan) APP
1952- 22. 15-1613 Com Sept 1 Report of Sale-41 Shreck(Lov)(Strat Plan) APP
1953- 23. 15-1618 Com Sept 1 Report of Sale-77 Wood lawn(Masten)(Strat Plan) APP
1954- 24. 15-962 No May 12 D. Marek-Concerns Re Community Waterfront Center R&F
1955- 25. 15-445 No Mar 3 C. Scanlon-21St Century Park on the Outer Harbor, Inc. R&F
1956- 26. 15-379 Res Feb 17 Snow Plowing and Removal Concerns(exc res)(Franczyk) R&F
1957- 27. 14-2496 Res Dec 9 Planning for New Bills Stadium in Buffalo(Franczyk)(exc 1St res)_R&F
1958- 28. 14-2206 No Oct 28 R. Stanton-Concerns PROMESA, Inc Conditional
Operating Certificate R&F
1959- 29. 14-1374 Com June 24 D. Franczyk-E. Marzahn-Concerns Property in the West Village_R&F
1960- 30. 14-1376 Com June 24 T. Gleed-Concerns Proposed Methadone Clinic at HUB R&F
1961- 31. 14-1253 No June 10 A. Trusso-Request Parking Meters on North Btwn
Delaware and Elmwood R&F
1962- 32. 14-1030 No May 13 D. Franczyk-Questions Re Streets Along Canalside R&F
1963- 33. 14-1059 No May 13 Used Car Dealer-3260 Bailey(Univ)(EDPI)(#14-904, 4/29) R&F
1964- 34. 14-856 Res Apr 15 Notifying Local Residents and Business of Special Events
(exc res)(LoCurto) R&F
1965- 35. 14-465 No Mar 4 D. Franczyk-Bflo PBA Investigate Potential of
Acquiring Brick & Mortar Space R&F
1966- 36. 14-502 Res Mar 4 Pothole Plan(Franczyk) R&F
1967- 37. 13-65 No Dec 10 Request to Install Fence in City ROW-Michigan Ave
West of Ganson St(PW)(#13,11/12) R&F
1968- 38. 13-64 No Feb 19 V. Hemphill-Nichols & O-Req Moratorium on All Future Dev in the
McCarley Gardens/Fruit Belt Communities(Various Dist) R&F
1969- 39. 12-53 No Nov 13 D. Smith-Lamar Advertising-Changes in Green Code/Impact on
Outdoor Adv R&F
1970- 40. 11-89 Res Nov 1 Build New Stadium in Buffalo for the Bills R&F
LEGISLATION
1971- 41. 15-1821 No Sept 15 C. McCaffrey, Agent, Use 1219 Elmwood for a Ground
Sign(Del)(hrg 9/22) APP/COND
1972- 42. 15-1673 Com Sept 1 Pawnbroker-1826 South Park(South)(EDPI) APP
1973- 43 15-1674 Com Sept 1 Second Hand Dealer-1826 South Park(South)(EDPI) APP
1974- 44. 15-1374 Com July 7 Used Car Dealer 98 Wasmuth(Fill)(EDPI) RECOMMIT
1975- 45. 15-1391 No July 7 J. Lane & O-Petition to Stop the 12:00 Horn R&F
1976- 46. 15-1278 No June 23 C. Dagner, Agent, Use 389 Ganson to Erect Metal Bldg for
Storage in the Coastal Special Review District(hrg 6/30)(South) APP
1977- 47. 15-731 Com Apr 14 Food Store License(New)-1069 E. Ferry(Fill)(EDPI) RECOMMIT
1978- 48. 15-459 Res Mar 3 Hamburg and South Park Intersection(Franczyk) R&F
1979- 49. 15-460 Res Mar 3 Initiate Housing and Blight Prevention Reforms(Franczyk,all) R&F
1980- 50. 15-382 Res Feb 17 Bring Open Data and Self Serve Citizen Portals to COB(LoCurto,etc)R&F
1981- 51. 14-2573 Res Dec 23 COB Local Employment Ordinance(exc res)(Smith) R&F
1982- 52. 14-2031 No Sept 30 Food Store(New) 950 E. Ferry(Mas)(EDPI)(#14-562,3/18) RECOMMIT
1983- 53. 14-1252 No June 10 D. Smith-E. Waight-Appealing Decision to Remove Siding
from 30 Pleasant R&F
1984- 54. 14-1033 No May 13 D. Smith-Annotated Draft Ordinance-COB Tax Foreclosure Reform_R&F
1985- 55. 13-90 Res July 9 Bring Family Back to the City With the Right to Farm Law(Fontana)_R&F
1986- 56. 13-49 No Apr 30 K. Ammar, Owner, Use 220 Allen St to Re-Establish a Sit in Restaurant
And Sidewalk Patio in the Allen St Special District(Fill)
(hrg 5/7)(EXC REST) R&F
1987- 57. 12-104 Res Mar 20 Strengthen Emergency Services Board(exc res) R&F
1988- 58. 11-45 Res Dec 27 Disclosure on NRP Lawsuit R&F
1989- 59. 10-55 No April 27 B. Higgins-Proposed Flood Insurance Rate Maps for the COB R&F
CORPORATION PROCEEDINGS
COMMON COUNCIL
CITY HALL-BUFFALO
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 29,2015
AT 2:00 P.M.
Present—Darius G. Pridgen,Council President,Christopher P.Scanlon, President Pro Tempore,and Councilmembers:
Feroleto, Fontana, Franczyk,Golombek, Rivera,Wingo Sr.,Wyatt—9
Absent—0
On a motion by Mr. Rivera,Seconded by Mr.Scanlon,the minutes of the stated meeting held on July September 15,2015
were approved
FROM THE MAYOR
FROM THE MAYOR-EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT
FROM THE OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING
NO.1880
PERMISSION TO DESIGNATE DEVELOPER-101 HERTEL AVENUE FORMER SCHOOL NO.51("THE PROPERTY)
NORTH DISTRICT
The City of Buffalo Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate("Office of Real Estate")has received a request from People
Community Housing Development Corporation/People Inc.,("Developer")with a mailing address of 1219 North Forest Ave.,Williamsville,
NY 14221 to purchase the above captioned Property.
The Developer is interested in converting the property into forty-three(43)residential units and a community space on the ground floor.
The residential units are comprised of 31-one(1)bedroom,and 12-two(2)units for veterans,special needs individuals,seniors,and
other making up to 60%of median income.
The Developer estimates the total project costs to be approximately$12,406,297.00.They intend to seek funding as follows:
Homeless Housing Assistance Program(HHAP) $2,216,999.00
Low Income Housing Credit(LIHC) $5,354,165.00
HOME/HOUSING TRUST FUND(HTF) $2,200,000.00
NYS Office for Persons with Development Disabilities $1,448.132.00
(OPWDO)
Federal Home Loan Bank/Deferred Development Fee $860,000.00
(FHLB/DF)
NYS Energy Research&Development Authority(NYSERDA)$ 86,000.00
Total Funding $12,406,297.00
The purchase price of the Property shall be established pursuant to Section 27-5 of the City Charter,(Sale By Appraisal)to be obtained
and paid for by the Developer("Purchase Price"),which said appraisal value is subject to review and approval by the City of Buffalo
Appraisal Review Board and approval by Your Honorable Body.
The Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,respectfully requests that Your Honorable Body designate People Community
Housing Development Corporation/People Inc as the Developer,and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be designated by
People Community Housing Development Corporation/People Inc and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,as the Developer of
the Property for a period of twelve(12)months,with the option of the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning to extend for
an additional twelve(12)month period,subject to but not limited to the following terms and conditions.
a. Payment of a designation fee of Five Hundred Dollars($500.00)per month("Designation Fee")by Developer to the Office of
Real Estate,payable within five(5)days from the date of Common Council approval of the designation and due thereafter by
the first(1st)day of every month.
b. In the event the Developer shall exercise its option to acquire said Property pursuant to the LDA to be negotiated by Developer
and the City,said Designation Fee shall be applied as a credit towards the Purchase Price. In the event Developer shall not
proceed with the acquisition of the Property within the designation period, Developer shall forfeit all fees paid on account and
the City shall retain all such fees
C. Submission by the Developer of a detailed site plan of the Project for approval by the City of Buffalo Planning Board(if
necessary)and construction plans,including landscaping and a breakdown of estimated total Project costs,for review and
approval by the City of Buffalo.Said plans shall also be in accordance with Article XXVIII of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of
Buffalo.
d.Submission of a colored rendering of the Project suitable for presentation to the Common Council which shall be submitted by the
Developer to the Office of Real Estate prior to Common Council approval of a Land Disposition Agreement("LDA").
e.Submission of monthly progress reports by the Developer to the Office of Real Estate by the fifth(5th)of each month,beginning
in the month following this designation.
f. Submission by the Developer to the Office of Real Estate of evidence of equity capital and mortgage financing necessary for the
completion of the Project which shall be submitted prior to closing.
g. Developer is responsible for performing soil borings and soil investigations and any other tests,investigations,or surveys
consistent with,and subject to,execution and compliance with an Access, Indemnification and Insurance Agreement,by each and every
Contractor hired by Developer that will access the Property,for the purpose of determining,to Developer's satisfaction,the suitability of
the Property for Developer's intended use,and/or the presence or absence of hazardous substances as such term is used in the
Comprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation and Liability Act of 1980,as amended,42 USC ss 9601 et seq.;the Hazardous
Materials Transportation Act,as amended,49 USC ss 1801 et seq.;the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,as amended,42 USC
ss 6901 et seq.;Articles 15 and 27 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law or any other federal,state,or local law,
regulation,rule,ordinance,by-law,policy guidance,procedure,interpretation,decision,order,or directive,existing as of the date hereof,
previously enforced or subsequently enacted.The Access Agreement and evidence of insurance saving the City of Buffalo harmless from
any and all liability must be approved as to form by City of Buffalo's Corporation Counsel's Office and signed by the City of Buffalo prior to
any and all Contractor's accessing the Property.
h.The successful negotiation of an LDA for approval by the Common Council no later than twelve(12)months from the date the
Common Council approves the designation.
i.That the Developer,or an entity to be designated by the Developer,must sign an Environmental Release and Indemnity Agreement
releasing the City of Buffalo from any and all liability,said document to be in form and substance acceptable to the City in the City's sole
discretion.
j.The LDA will require that the Developer,or an entity to be designated,to provide,if necessary,the City of Buffalo with easements
rights and access arrangements satisfactory to the City(Office of Strategic Planning, Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets and
the Corporation Counsel's.Office)in their sole discretion.
k.The Developer and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be designated by the Developer and approved by the
Office of Strategic Planning further agrees to any and all other terms deemed necessary by the City of Buffalo Corporation Counsel's
Office;
I.Should it be necessary to remove and/or relocate any utility poles or other utilities/facilities as a result of this Project,the Developer
agrees to pay all costs associated with the removal or relocation of said utilities/facilities.This includes but shall not be limited to
decommission costs of utility poles.
m. Upon signing of the LDA,payment by the Developer to the City's Division of Real Estate,a non-refundable deposit in the
amount of ten percent(10%)of the to be agreed upon Purchase Price.The Purchase Price is to be established in accordance with
Article 27 of the City of Buffalo Charter.
n. Individuals and/or corporations are ineligible for designation if they have outstanding taxes,water bills,parking tickets,user
fee and/or demolition liens or any other liens owed to the City of Buffalo,or if code violations exist on any property owned by them.
o.The designation will expire twelve(12)months from the date the Common Council approves the designation,with the option
of the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning to extend for an additional twelve(12)month period.
p.The City of Buffalo may terminate this designation should the Developer and or a corporation,partnership or other legal
entity to be designated by People Community Housing Development Corporation/People Inc.and approved by the Office of Strategic
Planning fails to meet any of the deadlines set forth above.Should the City elect to terminate this designation on or before the end of the
designation period for failure by the Developer to comply with the above conditions,the City will give written notice to the Developer via
certified mail and allow the Developer two(2)weeks to cure.
I am requesting that your Honorable Body approve the designation of People Community Housing Development Corporation/People Inc.,
with a mailing address of 1219 North Forest Ave.,Williamsville, NY 14221,and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be
designated by Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,as Developer of the above-referenced Property on the above
terms and conditions;authorize the Corporation Counsel's Office to prepare the necessary agreements for the conveyance of the
Property;and that the LDA and purchase price be forward to the Common Council for final approval prior to the transfer of title.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,
dated September 23,2015,be received and filed;
That the Common Council hereby designates People Community Housing Development Corporation People, Inc.,with a mailing address
of 1219 North Forest Avenue,Williamsville, New York 14221 (the"Developer")and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be
designated by People Community Housing Development Corporation/People, Inc.and approved by the City of Buffalo,Office of Strategic
Planning,as the Developer of property located at 101 Hertel Avenue, Former School No.51,for forty-three(43)residential units and a
community space on the ground floor(the"Property")for a period of twelve(12)months,with the option of the Executive Director of the
Office of Strategic Planning to extend for an additional twelve(12)month period,subject to,but not limited to the following terms and
conditions:
a. Payment of a designation fee of Five Hundred Dollars($500.00)per month("Designation Fee")by Developer to the Office of
Real Estate,payable within five(5)days from the date of Common Council approval of the designation and due thereafter by
the first(ISt)day of every month.
b. In the event the Developer shall exercise its option to acquire said Property pursuant to the Land Disposition Agreement
("LDA")to be negotiated by Developer and the City,said Designation Fee shall be applied as a credit towards the Purchase
Price. In the even Developer shall not proceed with the acquisition of the Property within the designation period, Developer shall
forfeit all fees paid on account and the City shall retain all such fees.
c.Submission by the Developer of a detailed site plan of the Project for approval by the City of Buffalo Planning Board(if necessary)
and construction plans,including landscaping and a breakdown of estimated total Project costs,for review and approval by the City of
Buffalo.Said plans shall also be in accordance with Article XXVIII of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Buffalo.
d.Submission of a colored rendering of the Project suitable for presentation to the Common Council which shall be submitted by the
Developer to the Office of Real Estate prior to Common Council approval of a LDA.
e.Submission of monthly progress reports by the Developer to the Office of Real Estate by the fifth(5`h)of each month,beginning in
the month following this designation.
f.Submission by the Developer to the Office of Real Estate of evidence of equity capital and mortgage financing necessary for the
completion of the Project which shall be submitted prior to closing.
g. Developer is responsible for performing soil borings and soil investigations and any other tests,investigations,or surveys
consistent with,and subject to,execution and compliance with an Access, Indemnification and Insurance Agreement,by each and every
Contractor hired by Developer that will access the Property,for the purpose of determining,to Developer's satisfaction,the suitability of
the Property for Developer's intended use,and/or presence or absence of hazardous substances as such term is used in the
Comprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation and Liability Act of 1980,as amended(C.E.R.C.L.A.),42 USC ss 9601 et seq.;
the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act,as amended,49 USC ss 1801 et seq.;the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,as
amended,42 USC ss 6901 et seq.;Articles 15 and 27 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law or any other federal,state,
or local law,regulation,rule,ordinance,by-law,policy guidance,procedure,interpretation,decision,order,or directive,existing as of the
date hereof,whether previously enforced or subsequently enacted.The Access Agreement and evidence of insurance saving the City of
Buffalo harmless from any and all liability must be approved as to form by the City of Buffalo's Corporation Counsel's Office and signed
by the City of Buffalo prior to any and all Contractors accessing the Property.
h.The successful designation of an LDA for approval by the Common Council no later than twelve(12)months from the date the
Common Council approves the designation.
i. That the Developer, and/or an entity to be designated by the Developer, must sign an Environmental Release and Indemnity
Agreement releasing the City of Buffalo from any and all liability,said document to be in form and substance acceptable to the City in the
City's sole discretion.
j.The LDA will require that Developer,on an entity to be designated,to provide,if necessary,the City of Buffalo with easements
rights and access arrangements satisfactory to the City(Office of Strategic Planning, Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets and
the Corporation Counsel's Office)in their sole discretion.
k.The Developer and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be designated by the Developer and approved by the
Office of Strategic Planning further agrees to any and all other terms deemed necessary by the City of Buffalo Corporation Counsel's
Office.
I.Should it be necessary to remove and/or relocate any utility poles or other utilities/facilities as a result of this Project,the Developer
agrees to pay all costs associated with the removal or relocation of said utilities/facilities.This includes but shall not be limited to
decommissioned costs of utility poles.
m. Upon signing of the LDA,payment by the Developer to the City's Division of Real Estate,a non-refundable deposit in the amount often
percent(10%)of the to be
agreed upon Purchase Price.The Purchase Price is to be established in accordance with Article 27 of the City of Buffalo Charter.
n. Individuals and/or corporations are ineligible for designation if they have outstanding taxes,water bills,parking tickets,user fee
and/or demolition liens or any other liens owed to the City of Buffalo,or if code violations exist on any property owned by them.
o.The designation will expire twelve(12)months from the date the Common Council approves the designation,with the option of the
Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning to extend for an additional twelve(12)month period.
p.The City of Buffalo may terminate this designation should the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to
be designated by People Community Housing Development Corporation/People, Inc.and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning
fails to meet any of the deadlines set forth above.Should the City elect to terminate this designation on or before the end of the
designation period for failure by the Developer to comply with the above conditions,the City will give written notice to the Developer via
certified mail and allow the Developer two(2)weeks to cure.
That the Common Council hereby approves the designation of People Community Housing Development Corporation/People, Inc.,with a
mailing address of 1219 North Forest Avenue,Williamsville, New York 14221,and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be
designated by Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,as Developer of the above-referenced Property on the above
terms and conditions;authorize the Corporation Counsel's Office to prepare the necessary agreements for the conveyance of the
Property;and that the LDA and purchase price be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval prior to the transfer of title.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1881
PERMISSION TO DESIGNATE DEVELOPER
BUFFALO NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION COMPANY,INC.(BNSC)OF 429 PLYMOUTH FORMER SCHOOL NO.77(A.K.A.
370 NORMAL)AND THE VACANT LOT AT 378 NORMAL•FOR A MIXED USE FACILITY(THE"PROPERTY")
NIAGARA DISTRICT
The City of Buffalo Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate("Office of Real Estate")has received an application from BNSC
("Developer"),with a mailing address of 271 Grant Street, Buffalo, New York, 14213 to purchase the above captioned Property.
The Developer is proposing to convert the former school into a mixed use community hub to include approximately 30 housing units on
the 2nd and 3rd floor and approximately 3,400 sq.ft.of community space and office space. BNSC will seek users to provide recreation and
youth services in the gymnasium,art organizations to run programming in the auditorium space and other groups to run programs in
available classrooms. BNSC is in partnership with PUSH Buffalo and they will utilize 5,000 sq.ft.of the building for their offices.
Additional space will be made available for nonprofit organizations and other businesses serving the community Total project costs are
estimated at$10,554,828•BNSC will seek funding as follows:
The following are the terms and conditions to designate the BNSC and/or a corporation, partnership or other legal entity to be designated
by BNSC as Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,of the above referenced properties:
a. Payment of a designation fee of Five Hundred Dollars($500.00)per month("Designation Fee")by Developer to the Office of
Real Estate,payable within five(5)days from the date of Common Council approval of the designation and due thereafter by
the first(1st)day of every month.
b. In the event the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer and
approved by the Office of Strategic Planning shall exercise its option to acquire said Property pursuant to the LDA to be
negotiated by Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the Office of
Strategic Planning,and the City,said Designation Fee shall be applied as a credit towards the Purchase Price. In the event
Developer shall not proceed with the acquisition of the Property within the designation period, Developer shall forfeit all fees
paid on account and the City shall retain all such fees
C. The designation will expire Twelve(12)months from the date the Common Council approves the designation.
d. Submission by the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the
Office of Strategic Planning,of a detailed site plan of the project at 429 Plymouth for approval by the City of Buffalo Planning
Board(if necessary)and construction plans,including landscaping and a breakdown of estimated total project costs,for review
and approval by the City.
e. Said plans shall also be in accordance with Article XXVIII of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Buffalo.
f. Submission of a colored rendering of the property suitable for presentation to the City of Buffalo Common Council which shall
be submitted by the Developer to the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,prior to entering a contract of sale
and prior to Common Council approval.
g. Submission of monthly progress reports by the Developer to the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate by the
fifth(5`h)of each month,beginning in the month following this designation.
h. Submission by the Developer,and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer
and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,to the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,of evidence of
equity capital and mortgage financing necessary for the completion of the project which shall be submitted prior to closing.
i. Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer and approved by the
Office of Strategic Planning is responsible for performing any soil borings and soil borings and soil investigations and any other
tests,investigations,or surveys consistent with,and subject to execution and compliance with an Access, Indemnification and
Insurance Agreement,by each and every Contractor hired by Developer that will access the property,for the purpose of
determining,to Developer's satisfaction,the suitability of the Property for Developer's intended use,and/or the presence or
absence of hazardous substances as such termis
used in the Comprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation and Liability Act of 1980,as amended(C.E.R.C.L.A)42 USC ss
9601 et seq.:The Hazardous Materials Transportation Act,as amended,49 USC ss 1801 et seq.:The Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act,as amended,42 USC ss 6901 et seq.:Articles 15 and 27 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law or any
other federal,state,or local law,regulation,rule,ordinance,by-law,policy guidance,procedure,interpretation,decision,order,or directive,
whether existing as of the date hereof,previously enforced or subsequently enacted.The Access Agreement and evidence of insurance
saving the City of Buffalo harmless from any and all liability must be approved as to form by City of Buffalo's Corporation Counsel's Office
and signed by the City of Buffalo prior to any and all Contractor's accessing the Property.
j. That the Developer,and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the Office of
Strategic Planning,sign an Environmental Release and Indemnity Agreement releasing the City of Buffalo from any and all
liability,said form and substance acceptable to the City in the City's sole discretion.
k. The contract of sale will require that the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and
approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,provide the City of Buffalo with any easements,rights and access arrangements
that may be necessary,satisfactory to the City in their sole discretion.
I. That the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the Office of
Strategic Planning,further agrees to any and all terms deemed necessary by the City of Buffalo Corporation's Office in their
sole discretion;
m. Upon signing of the contract for sale,there shall be a payment by the Developer to the City of Buffalo a non-refundable deposit,
in the amount of ten percent(10%)of the agreed upon Purchase Price.The Purchase Price to be established in accordance
with Article 27 of the City of Buffalo Charter.
n. Individuals and or corporations having outstanding taxes,water bills,parking tickets,user fee and/or demolition liens or any
other liens owned to the City of Buffalo,or if code violations exist on any property owned by them will not be eligible for
designation.
o. The designation and the contract of sale shall be subject to any and all other terms and conditions that the City of Buffalo
Corporation Counsel's Office deems necessary.
The City of Buffalo may terminate this designation should the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be
designated by BNSC as Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning fail to meet any of the deadlines,terms and
conditions set forth above.Should the City elect to terminate this designation on or before the end of the designation period for failure by
the Developer to comply with the above conditions,the City will give written notice to the Developer via certified mail and allow the
Redeveloper two(2)weeks to cure.
The purchase price of the Property shall be negotiated based upon a real estate appraisal to be obtained and paid for by the Developer
("Purchase Price"),which said appraised value is subject to review and approval by the City of Buffalo Appraisal Review Board and
approval by Your Honorable Body.
I am requesting that your Honorable Body approve the designation of Buffalo Neighborhood Stabilization Company, Inc.with a mailing
address of 271 Grant Street, Buffalo, New York, 14213,and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be designated by
Developer and approved by the City of Buffalo,as Developer of the above-referenced Property on the above terms and conditions; I am
further requesting that Your Honorable Body authorize the Corporation Counsel's Office to prepare the necessary Contract of Sale/LDA
for the conveyance of the Property to the Developer for the development of the Project on the Property;and that the Contract of Sale/LDA
and purchase price be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval prior to the transfer of title.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,
dated September 24,2015,be received and filed;
That the Common Council hereby designates Buffalo Neighborhood Stabilization Company, Inc.("BNSC"),with a mailing address of 271
Grant Street, Buffalo, New York 14213("Developer")and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as
Developer,to purchase 429 Plymouth a/k/a 370 Normal, Former School No.77 and the vacant lot at 378 Normal to convert the former
school into a mixed use community hub to include approximately thirty(30)housing units on the second and third floor and approximately
3,400 sq.ft.of community space and office space,subject to,but not limited to the following terms and conditions:
a. Payment of a designation fee of Five Hundred Dollars($500.00)per month("Designation Fee")by Developer to the Office of
Real Estate,payable within five(5)days from the date of Common Council approval of the designation and due thereafter by
the first(1 s`)day of every month.
b. In the event the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer and approved
by the Office of Strategic Planning shall exercise its option to acquire said Property pursuant to the LDA to be negotiated by Developer
and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,and the City,
said Designation Fee shall be applied as a credit towards the Purchase Price. In the event Developer shall not proceed with the
acquisition of the Property within the designation period, Developer shall forfeit all fees paid on account and the City shall retain all such
fees.
c.The designation will expire twelve(12)months from the date the Common Council approves the designation.
d.Submission by the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and approved by the Office
of Strategic Planning,of a detailed site plan of the project at 429 Plymouth for approval by the City of Buffalo Planning Board(if
necessary)and construction plans,including landscaping and a breakdown of estimated total project costs,for review and approval by
the City.
e.Said plans shall also be in accordance with Article XXVIII of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Buffalo.
f.Submission of a colored rendering of the property suitable for presentation to the City of Buffalo Common Council which shall be
submitted by the Developer to the Office
of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,prior to entering a contract of sale and prior to Common Council approval.
g. Submission of monthly progress reports by the Developer to the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate by the fifth
(5`h)of each month,beginning in the month following this designation.
h.Submission by Developer,and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer and
approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,to the Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,of evidence of equity capital and
mortgage financing necessary for the completion of the project which shall be submitted prior to closing.
i. Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to be designated by BNSC as Developer and approved by the
Office of Strategic Planning is responsible for performing soil borings and soil investigations and any other tests,investigations,or
surveys consistent with,and subject to,execution and compliance with an Access, Indemnification and Insurance Agreement,by each
and every Contractor hired by Developer that will access the Property,for the purpose of determining,to Developer's satisfaction,the
suitability of the Property for Developer's intended use,and/or presence or absence of hazardous substances as such term is used in the
Comprehensive Environmental Response,Compensation and Liability Act of 1980,as amended(C.E.R.C.L.A.),42 USC ss 9601 et seq.;
the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act,as amended,49 USC ss 1801 et seq.;the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act,as
amended,42 USC ss 6901 et seq.;Articles 15 and 27 of the New York State Environmental Conservation Law or any other federal,state,
or local law,regulation,rule,ordinance,by-law,policy guidance,procedure,interpretation,decision,order,or directive,existing as of the
date hereof,whether previously enforced or subsequently enacted.The Access Agreement and evidence of insurance saving the City of
Buffalo harmless from any and all liability must be approved as to form by the City of Buffalo's Corporation Counsel's Office and signed
by the City of Buffalo prior to any and all Contractors accessing the Property.
j.That the Developer,and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by the Developer and approved by the Office of
Strategic Planning,must sign an Environmental Release and Indemnity Agreement releasing the City of Buffalo from any and all liability,
said document to be in form and substance acceptable to the City in the City's sole discretion.
k.The contract of sale will required that the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or legal entity designated by Developer and
approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,provide the City of Buffalo with any easements,rights and access arrangements that may
be necessary,satisfactory to the City in their sole discretion.
I.That the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be
designated by the Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning further
agrees to any and all other terms deemed necessary by the City of Buffalo Corporation Counsel's Office in their sole discretion.
m. Upon signing of the contract for sale, there shall be a payment by the Developer to the City of Buffalo a non-refundable deposit,
in the amount often percent(10%)of the agreed upon Purchase Price. The Purchase Price to be established in accordance with Article
27 of the City of Buffalo Charter.
n. Individuals and/or corporations having outstanding taxes,water bills,parking tickets,user fee and/or demolition liens or any other
liens owed to the City of Buffalo,or if code violations exit on any property owned by them will not be eligible for designation.
o.The designation and the contract of sale shall be subject to any and all other terms and conditions that the City of
Buffalo Corporation Counsel's Office deems necessary.
p.The City of Buffalo may terminate this designation should the Developer and/or a corporation,partnership or other legal entity to
be designated by BNSC as Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning falls to meet any of the deadlines,terms and
conditions set forth above.Should the City elect to terminate this designation on or before the end of the designation period for failure by
the Developer to comply with the above conditions,the City will give written notice to the Developer via certified mail and allow the
Developer two(2)weeks to cure.
q.That the Purchase Price of the Property shall be negotiated based upon a real estate appraisal to be obtained and paid for by the
Developer("Purchase Price"),which said appraised value is subject to review and approval by the City of Buffalo Appraisal Review Board
and approval by the Common Council.
That the Common Council hereby approves the designation of Buffalo Neighborhood Stabilization Company, Inc.,with a
mailing address of 271 Grant Street, Buffalo, New York 14213,and/or a corporation,partnership,or other legal entity to be designated by
Developer and approved by the Office of Strategic Planning,as Developer of the above-referenced Property on the above terms and
conditions;and that the Common Council hereby authorizes the Corporation Counsel's Office to prepare the necessary Contract of S
ale/LDA for the conveyance of the Property to the Developer for the development of the Project on the Property;and that the Contract of
Sale/LDA and purchase price be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval prior to the transfer of title.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES-0
NO.1882
1.CONSENTING TO THE USE OF CERTAIN ERIE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY(THE
"ECIDA')PILOT PAYMENTS TO BE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE 500 SENECA PROJECT TO FIRED THE COSTS OF
PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SENECA STREET CORRIDOR DISTRICT.
2.AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING AND ANY OTHER RELATED AGREEMENTS TO SO FIRED THE COSTS OF PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE
IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE SENECA STREET CORRIDOR DISTRICT.
PILOT Increment Financing("PIF")is a municipal economic development self-financing tool which allows a taxing jurisdiction,such as
the City of Buffalo(the"City"),to commit future tax increment revenues to specific economic development initiatives proximate to the
project generating the revenue.The base value of real property taxes that a taxing jurisdiction receives is set at the current level of real
property tax revenues.As private sector development/investment occurs and the assessed value of the real property increases,the
additional tax revenues above the base level(the"PIF Increment")can be used by the City for public infrastructure and other
improvements.
Savarino Companies(the"Company"),on behalf of 500 Seneca Street, LLC is redeveloping a 292,917 sq.ft.,former manufacturing
facility at 500 Seneca Street into apartments,"Class A"office space,retail space,and space for community service organizations(the
"500 Seneca Project").The site requires environmental remediation and has entered the New York State Brownfield Clean-up Program
(BCP).The 500 Seneca Project is located in an Environmental Zone and is eligible for a New York State brownfield tax credit(the"BTC")
for real property taxes/PILOT payments.The BTC encourages and incentivizes the Company to make real property tax/PILOT payments,
instead of otherwise choosing a New York Real Property Tax Law Section 485-a real property tax abatement and then otherwise not
paying real property taxes in any amount on the improvements for an eight year time period.
Based on an estimated assessed value of$12,000,000 at completion of the 500 Seneca Project,the ECIDA estimates that the 500
Seneca Project would generate approximately$3,304,800 in new City tax revenue over the next ten years assuming no PILOT or other
real property tax abatement(Section 485-a of the New York Real Property Tax Law)is utilized. If the 500 Seneca Project utilizes the
Section 485-a real property tax abatement,it is estimated that the City would receive approximately$198,288 in new City tax revenue over
the next ten years.
If a typical ECIDA PILOT(ten year PILOT term)is used by the Company,it is estimated that the City would receive approximately
$694,008 over the ten year term of the PILOT for base value payments,and potentially$2,610,792 over ten years in PIF Increment over
the base value payments that can be used for public infrastructure improvements related to the 500 Seneca Street project.
The Company and City of Buffalo have requested the ECIDA to assist with the 500 Seneca Project.The 500 Seneca Project as well as
the JFK Community Center and Olivencia Center are located within the Seneca Street Corridor District(the"District")as described and
identified within Exhibit A as attached hereto. In connection with the 500 Seneca Project and the continued and ongoing infrastructure
needs at and within the District, the Company has requested that the Seneca Street Corridor District Fund (the "District Fund") be
established by ECIDA to facilitate the acquisition, construction, and equipping of certain related public infrastructure improvements and
public streetscape improvements in the District including but not limited to sidewalk reconstruction, curb reconstruction, tree planting,
installation of street lighting, paving and public parking (the "Infrastructure Improvements"). Improvements are limited by what can be
funded under IDA authority.
The funding of the Infrastructure Improvements is beyond the ability of any single development project or the City and cannot be
reasonably anticipated from state and federal grant programs and can only be accomplished through a true public-private partnership with
the cooperation and support of the Company,the City,and the ECIDA.The Company will make PILOT payments to ECIDA, ECIDA will
create the District Fund and deposit the appropriate amount of the PILOT payment into the District Fund,and the ECIDA will reimburse,
only to the extent of the funds deposited into the District Fund,the City for the cost of improvements in the District as contemplated
herein,including bond payments for the Seneca Street District.
In recognition of the foregoing and in furtherance of the anticipated significant positive financial impacts within the City associated with the
500 Seneca Project and the Infrastructure Improvements, the Company has requested that the City and the ECIDA establish a PILOT
Increment Financing Structure(the"PIF Structure")requiring that the Company make a PILOT payment,during the ten year term of the
PILOT Agreement affecting the 500 Seneca Project, equal to the applicable current year full taxes that would normally be paid as if the
ECIDA did not hold an interest in the Project,where the resulting difference, or"increment" between the full taxes and base value-the
PIF Increment - is then used to finance the District Fund for purposes of funding the cost of Infrastructure Improvements within the
District.A draft Memorandum of Understanding, to be executed by the Company,the City,and the ECIDA, is attached hereto as Exhibit
B,and contains the understandings of the parties necessary to initiate establishment of the PIF Structure.
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In order for the ECIDA to utilize the PIF Increment as so desired by the Company and the City as contemplated herein, the ECIDA is
required,pursuant to New York General Municipal Law Section 858(15),to secure the consent of the City of Buffalo.
The Office of Strategic Planning is requesting that Your Honorable Body:
Section 1. Determine and find that the 500 Seneca Project and the related Infrastructure Improvements are beneficial for the residents of
the City and that the 500 Seneca Project and Infrastructure Improvements will promote the general health and welfare of the residents of
the City.
Section 2.Support the PIF Structure and consent to the City's participation in the District Fund and the use of the PIF Increment to fund
the costs of the Infrastructure Improvements related to
the 500 Seneca Project for the benefit of the District and authorize the ECIDA to retain the PIF Increment for purposes of paying the
costs related to the Infrastructure Improvements.
Section 3.Authorize the Mayor of the City to execute and deliver the Memorandum of Understanding and authorize the Mayor and other
pertinent City personnel to take all steps and actions and to execute and or develop,negotiate and process the necessary documents and
agreements and or modifications thereto all as shall be reasonably necessary to facilitate the PIF and all of the foregoing all as are
determined to be appropriated by the Corporation Counsel.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning,dated September
29,2015,be received and filed;
That the Common Council hereby determines and finds that the 500 Seneca Project and related Infrastructure Improvements are
beneficial for the residents of the City of Buffalo and that the 500 Seneca Project and Infrastructure Improvements will promote the
general health and welfare of the City;and that the Common Council hereby supports the PILOT Increment Financing("PIF")Structure
and consents to the City's participation in the District Fund and the use of the PIF Increment to fund the costs of the Infrastructure
Improvements related to the 500 Seneca Project for the benefit of the district and authorizes the ECIDA to retain the PIF Increment for
the purposes of paying the costs related to the Infrastructure Improvements;and that the Common Council hereby authorizes the Mayor
to execute and deliver the Memorandum of Understanding and hereby authorizes the Mayor and other pertinent City personnel to take all
steps and actions and to execute and/or develop,negotiate and process the necessary documents and agreements and/or modifications
thereto all as shall be reasonably necessary to facilitate the PIF and all of the foregoing all as are determined to be appropriate by the
Corporation Counsel.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1883
REPORT OF SALE 233 FOUGERON-VACANT LOT
WEST COR LOUISEN
LOT SIZE:30.72'X 159.75'
ASSESSED VALUE:$2,200
(FILLMORE DISTRICT)
The Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate has received a request from William E. Breeser on behalf of 980 Northampton
LLC, 1255 Niagara Street, Buffalo, New York 14213 to purchase 233 Fougeron Street.Mr. Breeser would like to purchase the lot for
additional yard space.
The Office of Strategic Planning Land Use Planning Committee, Division of Permit and Inspection Services and the Division of
Collections have no objections to the sale of these properties.
There are no building code violations,taxes or other liens owed to the City of Buffalo by the purchaser.A market analysis performed by
the Division of Real Estate showing similar sales in the area range from Fifty Cents($.50)to Ninety Cents($.90)per square foot.
Mr. Breeser has agreed and is prepared to pay Sixty Cents($.60)per square foot for the parcel for a total of Three Thousand Dollars
($3,000)for the above referenced properties. He has also agreed to pay for the cost of the transfer tax and recording fees.
I am recommending that Your Honorable Body approve the sale of 233 Fougeron Street for the amount of Three Thousand Dollars
($3,000)to 980 Northampton LLC. I am further recommending that the Office of Strategic Planning prepare the necessary documents for
the transfer of title and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the
same.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from Office of Strategic Planning, Division of Real Estate,dated September 22,
2015,be received and filed;
That the offer from Mr. William E. Bresser on behalf of 980 Northampton LLC, 1255 Niagara Street, Buffalo, New York 14213, in the
amount of Three Thousand Dollars($3,000.00)for the purchase of 233 Fougeron 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
FROM THE OFFICE OF BUFFALO TRAFFIC VIOLATION AGENCY
NO.1884
APPOINT TRAFFIC AGENCY REPRESENTATIVE(MAX)(PERM)(SPADA)
Appointment effective 09/14/2015 in the Department of Executive, Division of Buffalo Traffic Violations Agency to the Position of Traffic
Agency Representative, Permanent at the maximum salary of$45,520.00
Marlene D.Spada,99 Highview Circle, Blasdell, NY 14219
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE COIYNCIL
NO.1885
ANNOUNCEMENT OF REGULAR COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
I hereby appoint the following Councilmembers to serve on Committees as shown:
Claims:
Chair;Joel P. Feroleto
Rivera,Golombek,Jr.,Wyatt
Civil Service:
Chair; Rasheed N.C.Wyatt
Rivera,Wingo,Sr., Fontana
Community Development:
Chair;Joseph Golombek,Jr.
Wingo,Sr.,Scanlon, Rivera,Wyatt
Finance:
Chair; Richard A. Fontana
Rivera,Wyatt,Wingo,Sr., Feroleto
Legislation:
Chair;Christopher P.Scanlon
Franczyk,Golombek,Jr., Rivera, Feroleto
Rules:
Chair; Darius G. Pridgen
Scanlon, Rivera
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1886
ANNOUNCEMENT OF SPECIAL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
I hereby appoint the following Councilmembers to serve on the Special Committees as shown:
Budget:
Chair; David A. Rivera
Golombek,Jr.,Scanlon,Wyatt
Education:
Chair: Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr.
Golombek,Jr.,Scanlon,Wyatt
MWBE:
Chair: Rasheed N.0 Wyatt
Golombek,Jr.,Wingo,Sr., Rivera
Police Oversight:
Chair: David A. Rivera
Franczyk,Scanlon, Feroleto
Transportation:
Chair:Christopher P.Scanlon
Rivera, Franczyk, Feroleto
Waterfront Development:
Chair:Christopher P.Scanlon
Golombek,Jr.,Wingo,Sr., Franczyk
RECEIVED AND FILED
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
NO.1887
APPOINT SYSTEM SUPPORT ANALYST(PROV)(INTE R)(M CC REA)
Appointment effective 09/28/2015 in the Department of MIS to the Position of System Support Analyst, Provisional at the Intermediate
Salary of$61,034.00
Crystal McCrea,70 West Parade, Buffalo, NY 14208
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
NO.1888
APPOINT SYSTEM ANALYST(PROV)(INTER)(SANFILIPO)
Appointment effective 09/28/2015 in the Department of MIS to the position of System Analyst, Provisional at the Intermediate Salary of
$61,034.00
Janet Sanfilipo,215 Saranac Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF PUBLIC WORKS,PARKS AND STREETS
NO.1889
NOTIFICATION SERIAL#10900
NO STANDING—REPEAL ON COLUMBIA STREET,WEST SIDE
BETWEEN SOUTH PARK AVENUE AND PERRY STREET
(FILLMORE DISTRICT)
NO STANDING—REPEAL
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo,the City Engineer hereby notifies
Your Honorable Body of this action supplementing,amending,or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the
Ordinances,as stated below,to be effective forty five days after the first Council meeting at which they appear on the
agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 22 Section 15 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of Buffalo be supplemented by
repealing therefrom the following: NO STANDING
PROHIBITED PORTION OF HIGHWAY PROHIBITED PERIOD-DAILY
Columbia Street,west side 5 p.m.-7 a.m.
between South Park Avenue
and Perry Street
NOTIFICATION SERIAL#10901
INSTALL NO STANDING ON COLUMBIA STREET,WEST SIDE
BETWEEN SOUTH PARK AVENUE AND PERRY STREET
(FILLMORE DISTRICT)
NO STANDING-INSTALL
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo,the City Engineer hereby notifies
Your Honorable Body of this action supplementing,amending,or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the
Ordinances,as stated below,to be effective forty five days alter the first Council meeting at which they appear on the
agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 22 Section 15 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of Buffalo be supplemented by adding
thereto the following: NO STANDING
PROHIBITED PORTION OF HIGHWAY PROHIBITED PERIOD
Columbia Street,west side 1 a.m.-7 a.m.
between South Park Avenue
and Perry Street
NOTIFICATION SERIAL#10902
INSTALL PERMISSIVE PARKING ON COLUMBIA STREET,WEST SIDE
BETWEEN SOUTH PARK AVENUE AND PERRY STREET
(FILLMORE DISTRICT)
PERMISSIVE PARKING-INSTALL
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo,the City Engineer hereby notifies
Your Honorable Body of this action supplementing,amending,or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the
Ordinances,as stated below,to be effective forty five days after the first Council meeting at which they appear on the
agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 25 Section 15 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of Buffalo be supplemented by adding
thereto the following: PERMISSIVE PARKING
PROHIBITED PORTION OF HIGHWAY PROHIBITED PERIOD—DAILY
Columbia Street,west side 2 hour parking
Between South Park Avenue 8 a.m.to 5 p.m.
And Perry Street Monday—Friday
NOTIFICATION SERIAL#10903
INSTALL NO PARKING ON LAFAYETTE AVENUE,NORTH SIDE
BETWEEN A POINT 74 FEET WEST OF THE WEST CURB OF GRANT STREET
AND A POINT 90 FEET WEST THEREFROM
(NIAGARA DISTRICT)
NO PARKING-INSTALL
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo,the City Engineer hereby notifies
Your Honorable Body of this action supplementing,amending,or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the
Ordinances,as stated below,to be effective forty five days after the first Council meeting at which they appear on the
agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 24 Section 15 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of Buffalo be supplemented by adding
thereto the following: NO PARKING
PROHIBITED PORTION OF HIGHWAY PROHIBITED PERIOD
Lafayette Avenue,north side 7 a.m.to 6 p.m.
Between a point 74 feet west of the west curb of Grant Street Monday—Saturday
And a point 90 feet west therefrom
NOTIFICATION SERIAL#10904
INSTALL NO PARKING ON LAFAYETTE AVENUE,SOUTH SIDE
BETWEEN A POINT 74 FEET WEST OF THE WEST CURB OF GRANT STREET
AND A POINT 87 FEET WEST THEREFROM
(NIAGARA DISTRICT)
In conformity with Section 49 of Chapter 479 of the Ordinances of the City of Buffalo,the City Engineer hereby notifies
Your Honorable Body of this action supplementing,amending,or repealing existing provisions of Chapter 479 of the
Ordinances,as stated below,to be effective forty five days after the first Council meeting at which they appear on the
agenda as an item business.
That that part of Subdivision 24 Section 15 of Chapter 479 of Ordinances of the City of Buffalo be supplemented by adding
thereto the following: NO PARKING
PROHIBITED PORTION OF HIGHWAY PROHIBITED PERIOD
Lafayette Avenue,south side 7 a.m.to 6 p.m.
Between a point 74 feet west of the west curb of Grant Street Monday—Saturday
And a point 87 feet west therefrom
WAIVE 45 DAYS
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1890
PERMISSION TO ENTER INTO AGREEMENT AND ACCEPT IMPROVEMENTS
TO THE RIGHT-OF-WAY DEVELOPMENT OF 432 DINGENS STREET
GROUP 863 LOVEJOY DISTRICT
I hereby request from Your Honorable Body permission to allow the City of Buffalo Department of Public Works, Parks&
Streets,to enter into an agreement with Sunoco, Inc.to allow for construction improvements to the right-of-way in the
vicinity of the intersection of Dingens Street and Shanley Street.The improvements will include upgrades to the vehicle
detection system,and traffic signal pole in conjunction with modifications to Dingens Street and Shanley Street access.
The agreement will be subject to approval as-to-form by the office of Corporation Counsel.All work will be designed and
completed to City specifications with final plans being approved by the City Engineer.
Please authorize the Commissioner of Public Works Parks&Streets to enter into agreement for this work and accept the
project on behalf of the City of Buffalo upon determination of satisfactory completion.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 21,2015,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 with Sunoco, Inc.to allow for the construction improvements to the right-of-way in the vicinity of the
intersection of Dingens Street with Shanley Street.The improvements will include upgrades to the vehicle detection system
and traffic sisal pole in conjunction with modifications to Dingens Street and Shanley Street access.The agreement will be
subject to approval as-to-form by the Office of the Corporation Counsel.All work will be designed and completed to City
specifications with final plans being approved by the City Engineer.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1891
PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT;PERMISSION TO RECEIVE BIDS;AND PERMISSION
TO ACCEPT FUNDS,AND ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES,FOR THE
DESIGN,
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE NORTHLAND AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
MASTEN 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, FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, Buffalo Urban
Development Corporation, U.S.Army Corps of Engineers,and COB Water Board.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 Northland Avenue 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 Proposal(RFP)process.
The costs for consulting services are estimated not to exceed$450,000.The funds will be available in Grant account(s)
and account(s)to be named at a later date.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 21,2015,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 Buffalo Sewer Authority, FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, Buffalo Urban
Development Corporation, U.S.Army Corps of Engineers and City of Buffalo Water Board to enable the Department of
Public Works, Parks and Streets to administer the design,construction administration ad inspection of the Northland
Avenue Improvements Project.
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 the project.The consultant will be chosen through a Request for
Proposal(RFP)process.The funds for this project will be available in Grant Account(s)and account(s)to be named at a
later date.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1892
PERMISSION TO HIRE AN ENGINEERING CONSULTANT;PERMISSION TO RECEIVE BIDS;AND PERMISSION
TO ACCEPT FUNDS,AND ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS AS NEEDED WITH VARIOUS ENTITIES,FOR THE
DESIGN,
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION OF THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL IMPROVEMENTS
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 pedestrail 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 Buffalo Sewer Authority, FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA,and COB Water
Board.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.
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 25%of the project budget.The funds will be available in
account#3200006-445100,Grant account(s)and account(s)to be named at a later date.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 21,2015,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 Buffalo Sewer Authority, FHWA, NYSDOT, NFTA, Buffalo Urban
Development Corporation, U.S.Army Corps of Engineers and City of Buffalo Water Board 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 Safe Routes to School Improvements Project.
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 the project.The consultant will be chosen through a Request for
Proposal(RFP)process.The funds for this project will be available in Account#3200006-445100,Grant Account(s)and
account(s)to be named at a later date.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1893
PERMISSION TO PURCHASE FORD F-350 XL PICK UP TRUCK
The Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets is requesting permission to purchase(1)new Ford F-350 XL Pick Up
Truck-$45,000
Total purchase of$45,000 and funds are available in Account#13296007—474200
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 22,2015,be received and filed;
That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to
purchase one(1)new Ford F-350 XL Pickup Truck.The total purchase of this vehicle is$45,000.00,and funds are
available in Account#13296007-474200.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1894
PERMISSION TO WAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR SINGLE
SOURCE PURCHASE OF ELGIN PELICAN STREET SWEEPER
PRIOR COUNCIL REFERENCE:(Item No. 1646.C.C.P.09/01/15)
The Department of Public Works, Parks,and Streets is requesting permission from Your Honorable Body to purchase
from a single source supplier for the purchase of an Elgin Pelican street sweeper that Your Honorable Body approved the
purchase of on September 1,2015.
The City is also requesting permission to standardize its street sweeper fleet to the Elgin Sweeper to achieve operational
and financial benefits by reducing inventory and allowing the interchange of parts and supplies.We currently have fourteen
(14)Elgin Sweepers in our fleet. In addition,this vehicle boasts incomparable benefits to its counterparts including:
superior viewing capacity,ease of coordination with dump truck for unloading debris,and rear wheel steering which all
enhance our operator's ability to provide thorough services while ensuring the highest regard for safety around the vehicle.
The Department of Public Works has had demonstrations from other manufacturers and feels that the Elgin Sweeper is
the safest and most economical that meets our needs.
In order to achieve these benefits and avoid purchasing duplicate parts and accessories unique to another brand,the
department needs to solicit a single source bid for the specific brand of Elgin.
If granted permission,the department will notify the Division of Purchase to solicit the Single Source Formal Bid to procure
the product.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 16,2015,be received and filed;and
That the Common Council hereby grants permission to the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and
Streets to purchase from a single source supplier for the purchase of an Elgin Pelican street sweeper that the Common
Council approved the purchase of on September 1,2015.
That the Common Council hereby grants permission to the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and
Streets to standardize its street sweeper fleet to the Elgin Sweeper to achieve operation and financial benefits by reducing
inventory and allowing the interchange of parts and supplies
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1895
REQUEST PERMISSION TO ACCEPT IMPROVEMENTS TO BUD BAKEWELL AND
TIMOTHY J.BURVID INDOOR ICE RINKS BY DOMINIK HASEK YOUTH HOCKEY LEAGUE,INC.
Permission is hereby requested from Your Honorable Body to accept donation of attached improvements to Bud Bakewell
(Riverside)and Timothy J. Burvid(Cazenovia)Indoor Ice Rinks to be completed by the Dominik Hasek Youth Hockey
League, Inc.:
Amount Description
$45,600 Networking,surveillance and general facility improvements
Thank you for your consideration.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks
and Streets,dated September 21,2015,be received and filed;and
That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets to
accept a donation of$45,600.00 for networking,surveillance and general facilities improvements to Bud Bakewell
(Riverside)and Timothy J. Burvid(Cazenovia)Indoor Ice Rinks to be completed by the Dominik Hasek Youth Hockey
League, Inc.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1896
VEHICLE PURCHASE DIVISION OF ENGINEERING
Our Department is requesting permission to purchase the following vehicles from this fiscal year's Capital Outlay.All
vehicles are to replace existing vehicles that have outlived their useful life.
One pickup truck with plow that will be obtained at the best price available to us by means of New York State vehicle
contract or City of Buffalo formal bid for the Division of Engineering.This vehicle will be assigned to the engineering
division and will not be a take home vehicle.
One Utility truck that will be obtained at the best price available to us by means of New York State vehicle contract or City
of Buffalo formal bid for the Division of Engineering.This vehicle will be assigned to the engineering division and will not be
a take home vehicle.
One Utility/Stake truck that will be obtained at the best price available to us by means of New York State vehicle contract
or City of Buffalo formal bid for the Division of Engineering.This vehicle will be assigned to the engineering division and will
not be a take home vehicle.
One dump truck with plow that will be obtained at the best price available to us by means of New York State vehicle
contract or City of Buffalo formal bid for the Division of Engineering.This vehicle will be assigned to the engineering
division and will not be a take home vehicle.
Funds for these four vehicles is available in accounts 13113007-474200, 13111007-474200 and an account(s)to be
named at a later date.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
NO.1897
APPOINT HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR(PROV)(INTER)(THEN)
Certificate of Appointment
Appointment effective:9/14/15 in the Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets Division of Streets to the Position of
Heavy Equipment Operator Provisional Open-Competitive Intermediate starting salary of$28,247(step 14)
William R.Then,322 St. Lawrence Ave, Buffalo 14216
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
NO.1898
APPOINT LABORER II(PERM)(INTER)(DAVIS)
Certificate of Appointment
Appointment effective:9/17/15 in the Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets Division of Streets to the Position of
Laborer II Permanent Non-Competitive Intermediate starting salary of$24,000(step 13)
Jordan Davis,50 Timon St, Buffalo 14211
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
NO.1899
APPOINT TELLER(PERM)(INTER)(MASULLO)
Certificate of Appointment
Appointment effective:9/14/15 in the Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets Division of Water to the Position of
Teller Permanent Promotional Intermediate starting salary of$38,597(step 13)
Stacey Masullo, 1042 Abbott Road, Buffalo 14220
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
NO.1900
APPOINT TRUCK DRIVE R(PROV)(INTE R)(ROBE RSON)
Certificate of Appointment
Appointment effective:9/21/15 in the Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets Division of Streets to the Position of
Truck Driver Provisional Open-Competitive Intermediate starting salary of$31,830(step 16)
Corey Roberson, 161 Trowbridge St, Buffalo 14220
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
NO.1901
APPOINT POLICE OFFICER(PERM)(BADGER,SR.)
Certificate of Appointment
Appointment effective:July 31,2015 in the Department of Police Division of Staff Operations to the position of Police
Officer Permanent Appointment First Step(of 5 step)starting salary$50,373
Armonde M. Badger,Sr.202 Berkshire Avenue, Buffalo 14215
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
NO.1902
APPOINT POLICE SURVEILLANCE CAMERA MONITOR(PROV)(SIXTH STEP)(CARR)
Appointment effective September 21,2015 in the Department of Police Division of Commissioner's Office to the positon of
Police Surveillance Camera Monitor Provisional Appointment Sixth Step(of 7 Step)starting salary of$27,191
Venus Carr,59 Pierce Court, Buffalo 14209
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL SERVICE
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT&INSPECTION
NO.1903
FOOD STORE(NEW)529 DODGE ST
(ELLICOTT)
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 529 Dodge St(Hamdi Alwan/Dodge Food Market Inc.)and finds 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.1904
FOOD STORE(NEW)881 WILLIAM AKA 389 FILLMORE
(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 881 WILLIAM aka 389 Fillmore(MICHAEL BOYLE/716 FOOD MART LLC.)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.1905
SECOND HAND DEALER 565 ELMWOOD
(NIAGARA)
Pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City of Buffalo Ordinances please be advised that I have examined the attached application
for a Second Hand Dealer License located at 565 ELMWOOD AVE and find that as to form is correct. I have caused an
investigation into the premises for which said application for a second hand dealer license is being sought and according to
the attached reports from the Zoning Office, Fire Department and Building Inspections. 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 BRIAN
GAVIGAN The attached thereto for BRIAN GAVIGAN d/b/a/SOLE MAN.This request is submitted for your approval or
whatever action you deem appropriate.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Commissioner of the Department of Permit and Inspection
Services,dated September 19,2015,be received and filed;and
That pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City Code,the Commissioner of the Department of Economic Development Permit
and Inspection Services be,and he hereby is authorized to grant a Second Hand Dealer License to Brian Gavigan d/b/a
Sole Man located at 565 Elmwood Avenue is hereby approved.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF ADMINISTRATION,FINANCE,POLICY&URBAN AFFAIRS
NO.1906
AUCTION/SCRAP OF VEHICLES
The Division of Purchase is requesting permission to dispose of vehicles from the Departments of Parking and Police by
means of auction/scrap.
The vehicles are:
AF-990 1999 Dodge Dakota PU
AF-992 1999 Dodge Dakota PU
AF-993 1999 Dodge Dakota PU
AF-2202 2002 Dodge Dakota PU
P-998 1999 Chevr Subn
P-953 2009 Ford Crown Vic
P-023 2003 Lincoln
P-202 2002 Dodge Van
P-714 2007 Ford Taurus
P-925 2009 Ford Crown Vic
The above vehicles are heavily rusted and beyond their useful life.
Mr. Rivera moved
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Department of Administration, Finance, Policy and Urban
Affairs, Division of Purchase,dated September 24,2015,be received and filed;and
That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Director of the Division of Purchase to dispose of the following vehicles
from the Departments of Parking and Police by means of auction/scrap as they have been deemed beyond their useful life
AF-990 1999 Dodge Dakota pickup
AF-992 1999 Dodge Dakota pickup
AF-993 1999 Dodge Dakota pickup
AF-2202 2002 Dodge Dakota pickup
P-998 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
P-953 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
P-023 2003 Lincoln
P-202 2002 Dodge Van
P-714 2007 Ford Taurus
P-925 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
FROM THE COMMISSIONER OF PARKING
NO.1907
CITY TAKEOVER OF IMPOUNDED CAR
Permission is requested from Your Honorable Body to allow the Department of Parking to take into our inventory an
abandoned car that was never claimed from our impound.
The car is a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.Vin#1 G11 B5SAXDF271449
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
FROM THE CITY CLERK
NO.1908
APPLICATION FOR RESTRICTED USE PERMIT DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW DISTRICT
69 W.CHIPPEWA 10/01/2015
APPLICATION FOR RESTRICTED USE PERMIT DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW DISTRICT
TAVERN EVENT PERMITTING ENTRY OF PATRONS UNDER AGE 21 WHERE
ALCOHOL IS SERVED
Pursuant to§511-68.6 of the Code of the City of Buffalo,the undersigned hereby makes application to the Common Council of the City of
Buffalo for a permit to hold an event which will permit entry or continued presence of patrons under the age of 21 while alcohol is being
served to patrons aged 21 and over.
Mr. Rivera moved:
That the above item be,and the above communication from the Office of the City Clerk of Buffalo be received and filed;and
That the application for a restricted use permit in the downtown entertainment review district to permit entry of patrons under the age of 21
where alcohol is served at an event to occur on October 1,2015,is hereby denied.
Denied.
DENIED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1909
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
451. Elmwood Midtown Kitchen Charles Barone
1370 Hertel Wine on Hertel Austin Hofschneider
51 West Chippewa Frankie Primo's Plus 39 Jay Mannel
329 Erie St The Hatch Molly Ford Koessler
533 Amherst St NF Legion Post Thomas O'Connell
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1910
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:
Police- gvonne Annarino, Kate McKeating,Anthony DiSarno, Dana Gorden
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1911
APPOINT CHIEF OF STAFF-COUNCIL STAFF(LAL)
Appointment effective 10/01/2015 in the Department of Common Council, Division of Council Staff to the Position of Chief of Staff at the
flat salary of$66,895.00
Dinash Lal, 1240 Delaware Ave Apt 505, Buffalo, NY 14209
ADOPTED
NO.1912
APPOINT DEPUTY CITY CLERK(MARKS)
Appointment effective 09/17/2015 in the Department of Common Council, Division of City Clerk to the Position of Deputy City Clerk,
Exempt at the Salary of$61,007
Tianna Marks,74 Fernhill Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
ADOPTED
NO.1913
APPOINT LEGISLATIVE AIDE(RICHARDS)
Appointment effective 09/15/2015 in the Department of Common Council, Division of Delaware District to the Position of Legislative Aide
at the flat salary of$40,407.00
Timothy D. Richards,210 Woodbridge Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
ADOPTED
NO.1914
NOTICES OF APPOINTMENTS-COUNCIL INTERNS
I transmit herewith appointments to the position of Council Intern.
Mr. Rivera moved the approval of the appointments to the position of Council Intern.
ADOPTED.
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/23/2015 in the Department of Common Council, Division of Delaware District to the Position of Intern VIII
at the flat salary of$15.00/hr
Laura Mulhern,572 Potomac Ave,Apt 4, Buffalo, NY 14222
NO.1915
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 09/14/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Parks to the Position of Lifeguard,
Seasonal at the Flat Salary of$12.85/hr
Marcia Maracle,283 Crestwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/14/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Water to the Position of Water
Service Worker,Seasonal at the Flat Salary of$12.85/hr
Rickey Stepney,305 King Peterson Rd, Buffalo, NY 14204
NO.1916
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 09/14/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Engineering to the Position of
Laborer 11, Permanent at the minimum salary of$24,000
Raymond Williams,60 Proctor Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/21/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Engineering to the Position of
General Mechanic, Provisional at the minimum salary of$24,000
Karl Rubeck, 103 Claremont Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/21/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Water to the Position of
Maintenance Assistant, Provisional at the minimum salary of$33,389.00
Luis Soto II, 164 Camden Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/14/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Laborer II,
Permanent at the minimum salary of$24,000
Carmen Mambrino,229 Hampshire St, Buffalo, NY 14213
Damon Johnson,25 Briscoe, Buffalo, NY 14211
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/14/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Street
Worker, Permanent at the minimum salary of$24,000
Jaylen Boyd, 1048 Kensington Ave, Upper, Buffalo, NY 14215
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/16/2015 in the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets, Division of Streets to the Position of Truck
Driver, Provisional at the minimum salary of$24,000
Douglas Harris, 175 Brinton St, Buffalo, NY 14216
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 09/21/2015 in the Department of Permit&Inspection Services, Division of Licenses to the Position of Typist,
Provisional at the First Step of$34,013
Tabitha Fields,604 Hertel Ave,Apt 604, Buffalo, NY 14207
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 10/12/2015 in the Department of Administration and Finance, Policy&Urban Affairs, Division of Inventory&Stores
to the Position of Assistant Supt of Auto Supplies, Permanent at the minimum salary of$41,042.00
John H. Fiegel,39 Macamley St, Upper, Buffalo, NY 14220
CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment effective 10/12/2015 in the Department of Administration and Finance, Policy&Urban Affairs, Division of Purchase to the
Position of Buyer, Permanent at the minimum salary of$50,034.00
Brian Kinyoun,737 St. Lawrence Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
NON-OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS,PETITIONS AND REMONSTRANCES
NON-OFFICIAL COMMUNICATIONS
NO.1917
HAMLIN PARK COMMUNITY&TAXPAYER'S ASSOCIATION,INC.
FORMAL POSITION ON COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA-347 EAST FERRY STREET
Dear Mr.Chwalinski;
This letter comes to formally object to approval of the current request for the housing of persons formerly convicted of sexual-abuse
crimes to the former YMCA building at 347 East Ferry Street between Jefferson Avenue and Wohlers Avenue.
At an earlier meeting this year,the Hamlin Park Taxpayers Association members voted to support a request for this organization to house
homeless veterans and their families at that location. Homeowners are protesting that the relocation of persons with previous sexual
convictions place a very high level of non-safety and anxiety for children and families in this neighborhood.
It is felt that the over-concentration of these individuals is wrong and inappropriate especially at this time when we are working hard to
stabilize longtime residents and attract new homeowners.The Hamlin Park Taxpayers Association continues to support expanding
housing services for veterans and their families at this location with the understanding that the owners will seek tenants that contribute to
continuing positive relationships with neighbors.
Respectfully,
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
NO.1918
D.FUNKE-REQUEST COUNCIL SIGN PETITION RE NEW SUSTAINABLE FUNDING FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION BLDG.
NEW RAIL STATION&SPECIFIC LIGHT RAIL EXT
President
CITIZENS.for REGIONAL TRANSIT
617 Main Street,Suite 201, Buffalo, NY 14203
716-691-8528 crtc@citizenstransit.org
September 23,2015
Common Council-City of Buffalo
Buffalo City Hail
65 Niagara Square
Buffalo, NY 14202
Dear Common Council Members:
We hope the Buffalo Common Council will be able to join other municipalities in signing the attached petition. It calls for:new sustainable
funding for public transportation,building of new multimodal rail stations in Buffalo,and some specific Buffalo light rail extensions.This
petition is directly related to,and a reflection of,the Common Council Resolution on public transit that was unanimously passed on April
2,2013(attached).
It is important to support out petition at this time because there is growing political and community support for expanding Buffalo's Metro
Rail and for addressing the NFTA funding difficulties. For example,Assemblyman Sean Ryan is supporting legislation that will address
these issues as other states have recently done.Support from community leaders and municipalities for this petition will help our
legislators make the case in Albany and Washington.
Endorsers so far include The Partnership for the Public Good(representing 193 member organizations),the Sierra Club(Niagara
Group),GOBike Buffalo,the Wellness Institute of Greater Buffalo,the Campaign for Greater Buffalo and many more. It is also now being
distributed to all cities,towns and villages in the region.
We plan to announce the petition results at our Quarterly Meeting in October(where Sean Ryan will be speaking),so we are requesting
responses by October 1,2015,if possible.We will then share the results with the NFTA and State and Federal legislators.
If you have any questions,please call me at 716-691-8528.Thank you for supporting this important call to action.
Sincerely,
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1919
D.FRANCZYK-S.BYSTRAN-REQUEST NEW POLE BE ALLOWED AT 65 VANDALIA
Dear Councilman Franczyk,
I am writing today to request that the current City requirement that NO new wooded electrical poles be erected on Republic Street be
amended and/or waived so that my team may continue the development of our building(the Barrel Factory)at 65 Vandalia St.Our project
will bring a long vacant and disused building back into functional use. It will no longer be another eyesore and site of potential vandalism.
Rather, it will be a source of new jobs (in excess of 15 in the 1st 3 years)and visitors, helping to elevate the perception of the Old First
Ward and adding to the critical mass needed for lasting change.
Our efforts are currently stopped due to the inability to get upgraded power to the building.Our tenant,Queen City Malting,has been
ready and willing to commence operations as the first maltster in the City of Buffalo since the 1970s but cannot because of this extremely
long and unfruitful process.
After many months(Since April 2015)of working with National Grid,all other alternatives have been exhausted.
Our building also faces on Republic Street and has received electrical service from that side of the building,We request that a new pole
be allowed to be placed in the ROW on Republic St.near the corner of Hamburg St.for the purpose of laterally stabilizing another
existing pole on the corner of Hamburg and Republic Sts.With the addition of this pole,overhead wires can reach the pole in front of and
on our property to serve our development needs.
Thank you for your willingness to help us in this matter.
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1920
J.GOLOMBEK-NUISANCE PROPERTY ARTICLE
Dear Mr.Chwalinski:
Please tile the attached newspaper article regarding disruptive tenants and landlords.
Please send this correspondence to the Committee on Community Development for further discussion and refer to the Office of Permits
and Inspection Services, Department of Public Works, Parks&Streets, City Housing Court Judge Carney,and the Corporation Counsel
for their comments and suggestions on what can be done to address this problem.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
North District Councilmember Enclosure
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
NO.1921
M.KEARNS-FORECLOSURE EPIDEMIC IN ERIE COUNTY
Dear Council President Pridgen and Council members:
As you know we are in the midst of a foreclosure epidemic in Erie County and throughout the United States. It is becoming commonplace
for banks to file foreclosure proceedings and leave them incomplete along with vacant structures and blight in the communities. This
problem must be addressed head on and I am asking, along with our not-for-profit partners, for the opportunity to participate at a
Committee Meeting.
On August 21,2015 1 placed the first Bank Shame Campaign sign on 20 Sidway in the Old First Ward.This initiative is designed to
expose bad actor banks and encourage them to be good neighbors.Some elected officials in the City of Buffalo have come out in support
of the Bank Shame Campaign and actually helped place signs on these vacant and blighted properties and others have expressed an
interest to participate in this sign posting campaign throughout the City of Buffalo.
As a former council member I know you are on the frontlines of this problem and I look forward to an important discussion with various
departments that are responsible and accountable with regard to this issue.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me or my office at(716)608-6099.
Sincerely,
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION AND THE COMMISSIONER OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
AND INSPECTIONS
NO.1922
NYSDEC-BROWNFIELD CLEANUP 350 NIAGARA(ELL)
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation(DEC)has received a Brownfield Cleanup Program(BCP)application
from Rite Aid of New York, Inc.for a site known as the Rite Aid,350 Niagara Street,site ID#C915297.This site is located in the City of
Buffalo,within the County of Erie,and is located at 350 Niagara Street.
Comments regarding this application must be submitted no later than October 16,2015.A copy of the application and other relevant
documents are available at the document repository located at Buffalo&Erie County Public Library, Niagara Branch,280 Porter Avenue,
Buffalo, NY 14201.
Information regarding the site,the application,and how to submit comments can be found at http:llwww.dec.ny.govlchemicail60058.htmI
or send comments to David Locey, Project Manager,270 Michigan Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14203; David.Locey@dec.ny.gov;or call 716-
851-7220.
NOTE:General information about New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program can be found
at htto://www.dec nv.qov/chemical/8450.html
Please do not respond to this email. Replies go to an untended mailbox. If you have questions
about the site identified above,please use the contact information provided above.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation respects your right torip vacy and welcomes
your feedback. I Update preferences or unsubscribe t Learn more about DEC Delivers.
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1923
NYSDEC-CLEANUP OF CANTAMINATION-905 ELMWOOD AVE
Cleanup of Contamination to Begin
The following link opens a fact sheet about upcoming cleanup action to address contamination related to the 905 Elmwood Avenue Site
#C915288(Buffalo, Erie Co.),under New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program:
http://www.dec.ny.gov/data/der/factsheet/c9l5288cube.qins.pdf
The fact sheet is in PDF format.You can save,open,and read the fact sheet by using Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have Adobe
Acrobat Reader,you can go to the following web page on the NYSDEC web site to download the program for free:
http://www.dec.ny..qov/about/590.html.
Please do not respond to this email. Replies go to an untended mailbox. If you have questions about the contaminated site identified
above,please use the contact information provided in the fact sheet.
This fact sheet is being provided by the Division of Environmental Remediation within NYSDEC.
RECEIVED AND FILES
NO.1924
NYSDEC-PUBLIC COMMENT INVITED ON CLEANUP PROPOSAL 399 OHIO ST
Public Comment Invited on Cleanup Proposal
The following link opens a fact sheet that invites the public to comment on a proposed remedy to address contamination related to the 399
Ohio Street Site#C915287(Buffalo, Erie Co.)within New York's Brownfield Cleanup Program:
http://www.dec.ny.,gov/data/der/factsheet/c915287cuprop.pdf
NYSDEC is accepting public comments about the proposal through November 7,2015, Please see fact sheet for details.
The fact sheet is in PDF format.You can save,open,and read the fact sheet by using Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have Adobe
Acrobat Reader,you can go to the following web page on the NYSDEC web site to download the program for free:
http://www.dec.ny.qov/about/590.html.
Please do not respond to this email. Replies go to an untended mailbox. If you have questions about the contaminated site identified
above,please use the contact information provided in the fact sheet.
This fact sheet is being provided by the Division of Environmental Remediation within NYSDEC.
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1925
P.LYTLE-LLP OPPOSE RESTRICTED USE PERMIT-169 BUFFALO RIVER SCRAP PROCESSING YARD
Submittal to City of Buffalo Common Council
The Application for a Restricted Use Permit to Operate a Shredder and Scrap Processing Yard in the Special Coastal Zone Dated:
September 22,2015
Item available for review in the City Clerk's Office
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
NO.1926
D.PRIDGEN-RES ENDING 204 HIGH ST(RESTORATION AS MEDICAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Thank you for your time today Rev. Pridgen.
You said I need to champion this cause,but if the neighborhood and city sees no value,then my investment is becoming unwise, I would
think?Will be out of bflo this week,and will look into interest further,on my return.Spending my summer on it as yet with no bigger
partners,would seem as you say..not what neighborhood organizations want?
It would be worth looking at the proposal for yourself,as no other use of that land would be of as much benefit to so many.
But if it is not of Buffalo interest, I will just have to face that,and move on.The windows have not yet been boarded though asked many
times,have been open weeks to these rain storms,and now from High Pointe I have seen a hole in the roof. I hear from"planning dept"
the soul of the building has long been gone.Just rebuilding inside is not really preservation of its civil war spirit...And Rick James
apparently was born there.
If you have an interest in the other aspects of the proposal i.e. Functional Health or Art TV that is also a possibility.Thanks for the time.
from hilary b 716-408-6532
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1927
M.ROMANOWSKI-SUBDIVISION OF LAND HIGHLAND PARK DEVELOPMENT
BE IT RESOLVED:
I hereby certify that at a meeting of the City of Buffalo Planning Board hem at its offices at 901 City Hall,65 Niagara Square,
Buffalo, New York,on the 8th day of September 2015,a resolution was adopted of which the following is a true copy:
Present:
James Morrell,Chair Henry Bums Horace A.Gioia Martha Lamparelli Frank A.Manuele
The following resolution was introduced:
WHEREAS,on June 5,2015, Highland Park Village, LLC(the"Applicant"),pursuant to Chapter 421 of the Charter and Code of the City
of Buffalo(the"Code")and New York General City Law§§32 and 33,submitted a Letter of Intent("LOr'),including Exhibits A through F,
to the City of Buffalo Planning Board("Planning Board"),in furtherance of the Applicants'request for Preliminary Layout approval for the
proposed subdivision of land associated with the Highland Park development(the"Project")within the block bounded by Central Park
Plaza to the north,Manhattan Avenue to the east,Central Park Avenue to the south and Holden Avenue to the west(the"Site");and
WHEREAS,on July 24,2015,the Applicant,also pursuant to Chapter 421 of the Code and New York General City Law§§32 and 33,
submitted a Letter of Intent("LOI"),including relevant Exhibits,to the Planning Board,in furtherance of the Applicants'request for Final
Layout approval for the proposed subdivision of land associated with phase I of the Project(the Preliminary and Final Layout Applications
are collectively referred to hereinafter as the"Applications");and
WHEREAS,the Applicants provided information in the Applications supporting the request for Preliminary and Final Layout approval;and
WHEREAS,the Planning Board held a meeting and a Public Hearing on the proposed subdivision and other aspects of the Project on
July 14,2015,at which the Applicants presented the Preliminary Layout design details,and all who wished to comment on the matter
were allowed to be heard;and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State Environmental Quality Review Act, Article 8 of New York Environmental Conservation Law and 6
NYCRR Part 617(collectively, "SEQRA"),a government agency is required,prior to taking action on such an application,to undertake an
environmental review of the project to assess whether the action has the potential to have significant adverse environmental impacts;the
Applicants prepared a Full Environmental Assessment Form("FEAF")associated with the Preliminary Layout and other aspects of the
complete Project, and submitted it to the Planning Board, to assist the Planning Board in reviewing the potential impacts of the Project;
the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency in a Coordinated Review under SEQRA, determined that the Project had the potential to
cause significant adverse environmental impacts and required the Applicant to prepare a GEIS;and
WHEREAS on September 8, 2015, the Planning Board issued a positive Findings Statement determining that the Project, with the
appropriate mitigation measures, minimized, to the extent practicable, any significant adverse environmental impacts; a copy of which is
attached hereto;and
WHEREAS,the Planning Board has,pursuant to City Code Chapter 421,received and reviewed the Applicants'materials for the
Preliminary and Final Subdivision Plat and,after fully discussing this matter,has decided to approve the Preliminary and Final Subdivision
Plat as presented in the Applications,subject to the Conditions listed below.
Now THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PLANNING BOARD,pursuant to City Code
Chapter 421,as follows.
1. The Applicants are seeking Preliminary Plat approval to create an approximately 27-acre multi-family residential development on real
property owned by the Applicants at the Site and as depicted in the Preliminary Plat dated October 3,2014.
2. The Applicants are also seeking Final Plat approval to create three parcels as depicted in the Final Plat dated May 20,2015.
The Planning Board has made the following determinations with respect to the Applicants'request for Preliminary and Final Subdivision
Plat approval:
a. That the Subdivision Plat does not conflict with the Master Plan or the Official Map of the City;
b. That the proposed extensions of streets will be carried out under the consultation and supervision of the City of Buffalo Department of
Public works and constructed to their specifications;
C. That there are no half streets associated with the proposed subdivision;
d.That the tract is subdivided into appropriate parcels associated with larger,multi-family structures;
e.That the proposed subdivision does not require marginal access streets or other comparable techniques to separate through traffic;
f.That the proposed subdivision does not contain or abut a railroad right-of-way or limited access highway right-of-way requiring parallel
streets;
g. That no strip or area of land in the proposed subdivision is reserved, preventing access to any street, half street or alley by adjacent
property owners;
h.That any new lots,buildings or structures shall be given address numbers as provided in Chapter 109 of the City Code;
i.That there are no new alleys within the proposed subdivision;
j.That the Site's block will contain adequate off-street areas for parking,loading docks and other facilities required to accommodate motor
vehicles;
k. .That the proposed subdivision does not include a special planned development;
I. .That the proposed subdivision meets applicable lot area and dimensional requirements;
m.That the lots are laid out in a manner suitable for the intended use and development thereof;
n. That the proposed use of the newly created lots associated with the Project will conform to applicable provisions of the City Zoning
Ordinance for the Site's CM District;
o.That the proposed subdivision is not traversed by a watercourse,drainage-way,channel or stream;and
p.That the Final Subdivision Plat is in substantial conformance with the Preliminary Layout,and is in full conformance with the plans and
specifications for required improvements, the Master Plan and the Official Map of the City and other applicable provisions of City of
Buffalo Code Chapter 421;
3.The Preliminary and Final Subdivision Plat is hereby approved,subject to the with no Conditions:
4.This resolution shall be effective immediately.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Buffalo Planning Board on the 8`h day of September 2015.
Upon roll call vote:
RECEIVED AND FILED
NO.1928
SEAR-NEGATIVE DECLARATION643 GRANT ST(NORTH
Non Significance Negative Declaration
This notice is issued pursuant to Part 617 of the implementing regulations pertaining to Article 8(SEQR-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 SEO, R,the Lead Agency has reviewed the following action as it relates to the environment:
Action Title: Campus Walk One
Location: 643 Grant Street, Buffalo, NY
Type of Action:Coordinated-Type 1
Description: This action is a multi-phased development projects which will require a rezoning of parcels from R-2 to C-3 and removal of
existing buildings. Phase one is to include neighborhood retail and residential space; 40 three and four bedroom apartments will
accommodate 300 students.There will be retail space on the first floor facing Grant Street.
Future phase two will accommodate an additional 235 students; two buildings with 30 dwelling units each. Retail space will again be on
the first floor facing Grant Street. Future phase three will accommodate an additional 225 students; one building with 32 dwelling units
with first floor retail lacing Bradley Street.
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 construction of this building will contribute to the revitalization of Grant Street and to help to
create a continuous business district along the Grant Street corridor.
Although contiguous to a registered NYS Board of Historic Preservation State Register of Historic Places,the State Historic Preservation
Office has stated the project will not adversely impact historic resources.
The project will not have a significant impact on air quality;the mixed use development will have minor air quality impacts resulting from
heating and cooling systems.This is not a significant impact and would not require an air permit.
The project will not have an adverse impact on ground or surface water quality or quantity. Although there will be an increase in
stormwater runoff from the increase in impervious surfaces,adequate stormwater detention devices will be utilized.
The project will not have a substantial adverse change in existing traffic levels. The project is located on Buffalo's West Side and would
have a minor increase in traffic above current levels.The project site is also well-served by public transportation.
The project will not have a substantial adverse change in noise levels.The mixed-use development is in keeping with the character of the
area.
The project phasing will extend over a period of years.There are significant periods of no construction throughout the phases of the
project,and therefore no substantial impact is expected.
The project will not have a substantial increase in solid waste production.The project at full build out includes 272 residential units,which
will include the production of residential waste.This amount is not a significant impact.
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 is consistent with the community's current plans and goals, including the construction of new buildings and the increase in
the West Side residential population.Although the applicant is requesting a rezone, it is consistent with the community's goal to create a
vibrant Grant Street business district. No adverse impact is anticipated.
The project will not impact the character and quality of the area and is consistent with the maintaining existing community resources. No
adverse impact is anticipated.
The project will not have major change in the quantity or type of energy used.There will be a minor increase consistent with residential
and small commercial use,but these impacts would not be significant.
The project will not create a hazard to human health. Although the site is located within 2000 feet of ongoing NYSDEC remediation
activities to impacted groundwater, they are substantially separated and are confined to their specific sites. Furthermore, the City of
Buffalo does not utilize groundwater as a source for drinking water;therefore no adverse impacts are expected.
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 inclusion of 272 residential units is not significant.
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,no one 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:September 8,2015
ADOPTED
NO.1929
R.WYATT-C.KOEPPEL-CONCERNS STORAGE FACILITY ON KENMORE AVE
Mr.Wyatt:
I reviewed the plans for the storage facility on Kenmore Ave in the old Budway building.
As you should recall,we agreed that Joe Dash could build the indoor storage facility as long as he kept the rest of the old parking lot for
further development,preferably retail.This plan is a lion in sheep's clothing. It is obviously designed so that the rest of the property will
have outdoor storage units.There is no way any retail development would be in this space. It is gated and fenced off.The only thing
missing is the storage units.This was not the intent or the spirit of the compromise.This is disingenuous as has all of our dealings with
Mr. Dash have been. He bought the property knowing full well how it is zoned.'He used as an excuse that the construction on Kenmore
would not make the store viable.Any good businessman would have done his due diligence and known about this project which has been
in the works for years. He is either a poor businessman or sly like a fox. Let's not reward him for either.
This stretch of Kenmore should remain retail!We do not want it to become light industrial. Imagine if this
proposal was in the Elmwood Village or on Hertel between Starin and Delaware.
We have already been deceived about the construction on Kenmore.We were told by the city planners that the Kenmore reconstruction
would be like Hertel.The initial meetings all focused on how this transformational design would include shrubs and other landscaping,
stamped concrete,attractive lighting and benches to create a more walkable neighborhood and to encourage retail development. Now it is
turning into a simple repaving..........and widening project under the excuse of budget restraints.This sure seems like typical bait and
switch.
Joe Dash attempts to change the fabric of our neighborhood must be stopped. His vision of the property is myopic. Buffalo has knocked
down fabulous buildings and destroyed neighborhoods throughout its recent history because of short-sighted developers.A storage site
may make economic sense to Mr Dash but not to this neighborhood.This stretch of Kenmore should remain retail.The time is now to
look at this stretch of Kenmore long term and not bow to a businessman who has such utter disregard for the concerns of the
neighborhood.
Mr Dash should cut bait and sell the property to a developer who will sincerely incorporate the interests of the city of Buffalo and its
residents in the design of this property.We do not want a 24 hour outdoor storage facility in our back yards. If this is approved then the
next step will be outdoor storage. It is inevitable as this is designed.We have elected council people and zoning laws to protect our
interests and the fabric of the neighborhood.
Please feel free to share this email with others on the planning board.
REFERRED TO THE CONNITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PETITIONS
NO.1930
M.JACOBBI,AGENT,USE 488 FRANKLIN TO RE-ESTABLISH A SIT-IN RESTAURANT W/FRONT PATIO,ADD USE OF A BAR
AND PLACE A PROJECTING SIGN AT FRONT OF BUILDING IN THE ALLEN ST.SPECIAL DISTRICT(HRG 10/06)(FILL)
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION,THE CITY PLANNING BOARD AND THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
REGULAR COMMITTEES
CIVIL SERVICE
(RASHEED N.C.WYATT,CHAIRPERSON)
NO.1931
APPOINT SYSTEM ADM INISTRATOR(TEMP)(INTER)(RICHARDSON)(MIS)
(CCP#15-1777,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1777 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Temporary Appointment of
Herbert Richardson,311 Walnut, Buffalo, NY 14204 at the Intermediate Salary of$66,022.00 is hereby
approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1932
APPOINT SYSTEM ADM INISTRATOR(PROV)(MAX)(SPRING E R)(M IS)
(CCP#15-1778,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1778 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Provisional Appointment of Paul
L.Springer,53 Larchmont Rd, Buffalo, NY 14214 at the Intermediate Salary of$68,673.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1933
APPOINT SYSTEM SUPERVISOR OF STREET SANITATION(PROV)(INTER)(RIGBY)(PW)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1793 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Provisional Appointment of
John Rigby,235 Covington Dr., Buffalo, NY 14220 at the Intermediate Salary of$39,010.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1934
APPOINT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR(TEMP)(INTER)(TIRONE)(PW)
(CCP#15-1794,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1794 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Temporary Appointment of
Steve Tirone,355 St. Lawrence Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216 at the Intermediate Salary of$25,100.00 is hereby
approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1935
APPOINT RECREATION INSTRUCTOR(TEMP)(MAX)(MCPARLANE)(PW)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1795 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Temporary Appointment of
Thomas R.McParlane,38 Eaglewood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14220 at the Maximum Salary of$42,678.00 is hereby
approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1936
APPOINT CAPTAIN(PERM)(ROSENWIE III)(POL)
(CCP#15-1798,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1798 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Appointment of Robert V.
Rosenwie III, 12403 Kern Rd,Springville, NY 14141 at the Flat Salary of$85,672.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1937
APPOINT CAPTAIN(PERM)(AMMERMAN)(POL)
(CCP#15-1799,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1799 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Appointment of Randall W.
Ammerman,30 Quall Hollow, Lancaster, NY 14086 at the Flat Salary of$85,672.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1938
APPOINT CAPTIAN(CONT PERM)(JOYCE JR)
CCP#15-1800,SEPT 15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication#1800 of September 15,2015,be Received and Filed and that the Contingent
Permanent appointment of Robert S.Joyce Jr,34 Lamed Lane,Orchard Park 14127 stated above at the Flat
salary of$86,672.00 is hereby approved.
PASSED
AYES-9 NOES—0
NO.1939
APPOINT POLICE LIEUTENANT(PERM)(ENGLISH,GARRIS)(POL)
(CCP#15-1801,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1801 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Permanent Appointments of
Thomas P. English,4678 John Michael Way, Hamburg, NY 14076 and Edwin L.Garris, 141 Sidway, Buffalo,
NY 14210 at the Flat Salary of$75,526.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1940
APPOINT POLICE LIEUTENANT(CONT PERM)(ANAYA,M KOKTAJLO,MAYES)(POL)
(CCP#15-1802,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1802 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Contingent Permanent
Appointments of Kenneth Anaya,233 Rockdale Drive,Amherst, NY 14228,John Kokotajlo, 134 Baltz, Buffalo
NY 14206 and Thomas Mayes,5400 South Park Ave, Hamburg NY 14074 at the Flat Salary of$75,526.00 is
hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO 1941
APPOINT DETECTIVE(PERM)(SMITH)(POL)
(CCP#15-1803,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1803 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Permanent Appointment of
Vickie L.Smith,32 Bame, Buffalo NY 14215 at the Flat Salary of$68,230.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1942
APPOINT DECTIVE(TEMP)(DRABIK)(POL)
(CCP#15-1804,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication 1804 of Sept 15,2015,be received and filed and that the Temporary Appointment of
William Drabik,903 Girdle Ave, East Aurora, NY 14052 at the Flat Salary of$68,230.00 is hereby approved
PASSED
AYES 8, NOES 0
NO.1943
APOINT LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT(UNIV)(WHITE)(CTY CLK)
(CCP#15-1813,SEPT 15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That Communication#1813 of September 15,2015,be Received and Filed and that the appointment of
Stephanle White,84 Avery Avenue, Buffalo 14216 stated above at the Flat salary of$45,893.00 is hereby
adopted.
ADOPTED
NO.1944
NOTICES OF APPOINTMENTS,TEMP/PROV/PERM
(CCP#15-1816,09/15)
Mr.Wyatt moved:
That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed
ADOPTED
FINANCE
(RICHARD A.FONTANA CHAIRMAN)
NO.1945
PERMISSION TO PURCHASE USED EQUIPMENT-EAST SIDE TRANSFER STATION(LOV)(DPW)
(ITEM NO.1789,C.C.P.,SEPT.15,2015)
Mr. Fontana moved:
That the above item be,and the same hereby is,returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for
approval;and
That the Common Council hereby grants permission to the Commissioner of the Department of Public Works,
Parks and Streets to purchase one(1)used odor control system for use at the East Side Transfer Station.The
purpose of the system is to minimize odors at the East Side Transfer Station and meet the requirements of the
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations.The odor control system was
purchased new by the current tenant,Modem Disposal Service,who is vacating the premises.This odor
control system is required to operate the facility per the requirements of the Request for Bids.The used
equipment has been inspected and would be an acceptable cost saving to the Department of Public Works,
Parks and Streets. In addition,the new vendor,Waste Management,will be responsible for the maintenance of
the odor control system,under the terms of the new agreement. Funds are available in Account#52002605-
467000 and/or an account(s)to be named at a later date.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1946
PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE OF BUFFALO,INC.FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION OF
FUNDING FOR THE BUFFALO PEACEMAKERS PROGRAM TO FACILITATE MENTORING,VIOLENCE
PREVENTION
AND LIFE EXPERIENCE ENHANCEMENT FOR CITY RESIDENTS(POLICE)
(ITEM NO.1796,C.C.P.,SEPT.15,2015)
Mr. Fontana moved:
That the above item be,and the same hereby is,returned to the Common Council without recommendation;
That the Common Council hereby grants permission to the Police Commissioner and the Buffalo Police
Department the authority to enter into a one(1)year agreement with the Police Athletic League of Buffalo, Inc.
("PAL")to assist with the creation/implementation of the Buffalo Peacemakers Program.The Buffalo
Peacemakers Program provides mentoring,violence prevention and life enhancement services to City
residents,and provides proactive intervention in the lives of gang-involved or at-risk youth,ages 13-21.
That the Common Council hereby authorizes the Buffalo Police Department and/or other appropriate City staff
to take all such steps and actions and to execute and/or process such additional documentation,agreements
and/or modifications thereto as shall be necessary to facilitate and implement the terms and provisions of these
objectives and the agreement;and that the Common Council hereby directs the Corporation Council and other
appropriate City and Department personnel to negotiate to finalization said agreement and other necessary
documentation and agreements wherever necessary for execution and actual implementation of the tasks and
objectives of the agreement.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1947
2014-2015-THIRD QUARTER GAP SHEETS REPORT(COMPT)
(CCP#15-1024,0526)
Mr. Fontana moved:
That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed
ADOPTED
NO.1948
3RD QUARTER GAP(A&F)
(CCP#15-1048,05/26)
Mr. Fontana moved:
That the above item be the same and hereby is Received and Filed
ADOPTED
NO.1949
PARTICIPATORY BUDGETING IN BUFFALO-AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
(CCP#15-628,03/31)
Mr. Fontana moved:
That the above item be the same and hereby is Received mad Filed
ADOPTED
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
(JOSEPH GOLOMBEK,JR.,CHAIRMAN)
NO.1950
REPORT OF SALE-521 BROADWAY(ELL)(STRAT PLAN)
(ITEM NO.1602,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
Mr.Golombek moved:
That the above item be,and the same hereby is,returned to the Common Council without recommendation;
That the offer from Mr. Edward Applewhite of 28 Victoria Boulevard,Cheektowaga, New York 14225,in the
amount of Two Thousand Dollars($2,000.00)for the purchase of 521 Broadway 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.1951
REPORT OF SALE 869 NORTHLAND(MASTEN)(STRAT PLAN)
(ITEM NO.1610,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
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 Evin A.Conyer of 863 Northland, Buffalo, New York 14215,in the amount of Two
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars($2,500.00)for the purchase of 869 Northland 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.1952
REPORT OF SALE 41 SHRECK(LOV)(STRAT PLAN)
(ITEM NO.1613,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
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.Mohammed Hussain of 1003 Fillmore, Buffalo, New York 14211,in the amount of
Three Thousand Five Hundred Dollars($3,500.00)for the purchase of 41 Shreck 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.1953
REPORT OF SALE-77 WOODLAWN(MASTEN)(STRAT PLAN)
(ITEM NO.1618,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
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 Angela Nakajima of 4300 Bay Area Blvd., Houston,Texas 77058,in the amount of Five
Thousand Dollars($5,000.00)for the purchase of 77 Woodlawn 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.1954
D.MAREK-CONCERNS RE COMMUNITY WATERFRONT CENTER
(C.C.P.#15-962,MAY 12)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1955
C.SCANLON-21ST CENTURY PARK ON THE OUTER HARBOR,INC.
(C.C.P.#15-445,MAR 3)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1956
SNOW PLOWING AND REMOVAL CONCERNS(EXC RES)(FRANCZYK)
(C.C.P.#15-379,FEB 17)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1957
PLANNING FOR NEW BILLS STADIUM IN BUFFALO(FRANCZYK-)(EXC 1ST RES)
(C.C.P.#14-2496,DEC 9)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1958
R.STANTON-CONCERNS PROMESA,INC CONDITIONAL OPERATING CERTIFICATE
(C.C.P.#14-2206,OCT 28)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1959
D.FRANCZYK-E.MARZAHN-CONCERNS PROPERTY IN THE WEST VILLAGE
(C.C.P.#14-1374,JUNE 24)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1960
T.GLEED-CONCERNS PROPOSED METHADONE CLINIC AT HUB
(C.C.P.#14-1376,JUNE 24)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1961
A.TRUSSO-REQUEST PARKING METERS ON NORTH BTWN DELAWARE AND ELMWOOD
(C.C.P.#14-1253,JUNE 10)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1962
D.FRANCZYK-QUESTIONS RE STREETS ALONG CANALSIDE
(C.C.P.#14-1030,MAY 13)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1963
USED CAR DEALER-3260 BAILEY(UNIV)(EDPI)
(C.C.P.#14-1059,MAY 13)(#14-904,4/29)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1964
NOTIFYING LOCAL RESIDENTS AND BUSINESS OF SPECIAL EVENTS(EXC RES)(LOCURTO)
(C.C.P.#14-856,APR 15)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1965
D.FRANCZYK-BFLO PBA INVESTIGATE POTENTIAL OF ACQUIRING BRICK&MORTAR SPACE
(C.C.P.#14-465,MAR 4)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1966
POTHOLE PLAN(FRANCZYK)
(C.C.P.#14-502,MAR 4)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1967
REQUEST TO INSTALL FENCE IN CITY ROW-MICHIGAN AVE WEST OF GANSON ST(PW)
(C.C.P.#13-65,DEC 10)(#13,11/12)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1968
V.HEMPHILL-NICHOLS&O-REQ MORATORIUM ON ALL FUTURE DEV IN THE
MCCARLEY GARDENS/FRUIT BELT COMMUNITIES(VARIOUS DIST)
(C.C.P.#13-64,FEB 19)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1969
D.SMITH-LAMAR ADVERTISING-CHANGES IN GREEN CODE/IMPACT ON OUTDOOR ADV
(C.C.P.#12-53,NOV)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1970
BUILD NEW STADIUM IN BUFFALO FOR THE BILLS
(C.C.P.#11-89,NOV 1)
Mr.Golombek now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
LEGISLATION
(CHRISTOPHER P.SCANLON,CHAIRMAN)
NO.1971
C.MCCAFFREY,AGENT,TO USE 1219 ELMWOOD FOR A GROUND SIGN(DEL)(DPIS)
(ITEM NO.1821,C.C.P.,SEPT.15,2015)
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 C.McCaffrey,Agent,to place a ground sign a
church located at 1219 Elmwood upon the following conditions:
That the applicant receives approval from the Zoning Board at the next Zoning Board meeting
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1972
PAWNBROKER-1826 SOUTH PARK(SOUTH)(DPIS)
(ITEM NO.1673,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
Mr.Scanlon moved:
That the above item be,and the same hereby is,returned to the Common Council with a recommendation for
approval;
That pursuant to Chapter 254 of the City of Buffalo Ordinances,the Commissioner of the Department of
Economic Development Permit and Inspection Services be,and he hereby is authorized to grant a
Pawnbroker License to Joel Graham d/b/a Liberty Gold&Silver located at 1826 South Park is hereby
approved.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1973
SECOND HAND DEALER-1826 SOUTH PARK(SOUTH)(DPIS)
(ITEM NO.1674,C.C.P.,SEPT.1,2015)
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 Joel Graham,Owner,to use 1826 South Park
for a second-hand store.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1974
USED CAR DEALER-98 WASMUTH(FILL)(DPIS)
(ITEM NO.1374,C.C.P.,JULY 7,2015)
Mr.Scanlon moved:
That the above item be,and the same hereby is,returned to the Common Council without recommendation;
Mr.Scanlon moved that the above item be recommitted to the Committee on Legislation.
ADOPTED
NO.1975
J.LANE&O-PETITION TO STOP THE 12:00 HORN
(C.C.P.#15-1391,JULY 7)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1976
C.DANGER,AGENT,TO USE 389 GANSON TO ERECT A METAL BUILDING
FOR STORAGE IN THE COASTAL SPECIAL REVIEW DISTRICT(SOUTH)(DPIS)
(ITEM NO.1278,C.C.P.,JUNE 23,2015)
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 C. Danger,Agent,to erect a 30'X 80'metal
building for storage use,located at 389 Ganson in the Buffalo Coastal Special Review District.
PASSED
AYES 9, NOES 0
NO.1977
FOOD STORE LICENSE(NEW)1069 E.FERRY(FILL)(EDPI)
(C.C.P.#15-731)
That the above item be and hereby is referred to the Common Council without a recommendation:
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be recommitted to the Committee on Legislation.
ADOPTED
NO.1978
HAMBURG AND SOUTH PARK INTERSECTION(FRANCZYK)
(C.C.P.#15-459,MAR 3)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1979
INITIATE HOUSING AND BLIGHT PREVENTION REFORMS(FRANCZYK,AIL)
(C.C.P.#15-460,MAR 3)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1980
BRING OPEN DATA AND SELF SERVE CITIZEN PORTALS TO COB(LOCURTO,ETC)
(C.C.P.#15-382,FEB 17)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1981
COB LOCAL EMPLOYMENT ORDINANCE(EXC RES)(SMITH)
(C.C.P.#14-2573,DEC 23)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1982
FOOD STORE(NEW)950 E.FERRY(MAS)(EDPI)
(C.C.P.#14-2031,SEPT 30)(#14-562,3/18)
That the above item be and hereby is referred to the Common Council without a recommendation:
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be recommitted to the Committee on Legislation.
ADOPTED
NO.1983
D.SMITH-E.WAIGHT-APPEALING DECISION TO REMOVE SIDING FROM 30 PLEASANT
(C.C.P.#14-1252,JUNE 10)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1984
D.SMITH-ANNOTATED DRAFT ORDINANCE-COB TAX FORECLOSURE REFORM
(C.C.P.#14-1033,MAY 13)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1985
BRING FAMILY BACK TO THE CITY WITH THE RIGHT TO FARM LAW(FONTANA)
(C.C.P.#13-90,JULY 9)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1986
K.AMMAR,OWNER,USE 220 ALLEN ST TO RE-ESTABLISH A SIT IN RESTAURANT AND SIDEWALK PATIO IN THE ALLEN
ST SPECIAL DISTRICT(FILL)(HRG 5/7)(EXC REST)(C.C.P.#13-49,APR 30)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1987
STRENGTHEN EMERGENCY SERVICES BOARD(EXC RES)(C.C.P.#12-104,MAR 20)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1988
DISCLOSURE ON NRP LAWSUIT(C.C.P.#11-45,DEC 27)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
NO.1989
B.HIGGINS-PROPOSED FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS FOR THE COB
(C.C.P.#10-55,APRIL 27)
Mr.Scanlon now moves that the above item be Received and Filed.
ADOPTED
RESOLUTIONS
NO.1990
BY COUNCILMEMBER FRANCZYK
FIRST NIAGARA CENTER AND BUFFALO SABRES INSTALLATION OF
BANNERS
WHEREAS, a representative from the First Niagara Center and the Buffalo Sabres submitted an application to the Buffalo Arts
Commission for the installation of banners on various City light poles located on Perry Street, Columbia Street, South Park Avenue and
Washington Street;and
WHEREAS,on September 17,2015,the Buffalo Arts Commission reviewed and approved said application for the installation of the
banners displaying First Niagara Center;and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works Parks&Streets has approved the proposed sites for the temporary installation of the First
Niagara Center banners,the same being attached hereto;and
WHEREAS,the First Niagara Center and the Buffalo Sabres are desirous that the banners be permitted to hang from September 30,
2015 until June 30,2016;and
WHEREAS, Buffalo Place will perform the installation of the First Niagara Center banners;and
WHEREAS, Buffalo Place and the applicant have been provided with and understand the general guidelines for the temporary installation
of the banners as promulgated by the Department of Public Works Parks&Streets;and
NOW,THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO as follows:
That the proposed banners meet the requirements of all necessary City departments and that no existing laws, rules, or regulations be
violated, particularly those found in Chapters 387 and 511 of the Buffalo City Code or any other pertinent sections thereof; and be it
further
RESOLVED,that this Honorable Body does hereby waive the cOhdition that the banners be removed after three(3)months;and be it
further
RESOLVED, that said banners may be hung in accordance with all conditions, restrictions,and requirements related thereto as set forth
by the City of Buffalo Charter&Code,the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets,and the Department of Permit and Inspection
Services.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1991
BY:DAVID A.FRANCZYK
STOP FALSE LETEER REGARDING BILLS STADIUM IN OLD FIRST WARD
WHEREAS:A false,misleading letter(see enclosed)has been sent by the New York City law firm Goldstein, Rikon, Rikon and
Houghton, P.C.to homeowners in the Old First Ward stating that the Buffalo Bill's organization is considering building a football stadium
in the area of the Old First Ward,and that the acquisition of property there will likely occur through the City of Buffalo exercising eminent
domain;and,
WHEREAS: Although there has been discussion of locating a new Buffalo Bills stadium inside and outside the City of Buffalo, no one
location has been approved or determined,including the Old First Ward or anywhere else;and,
WHEREAS:The above-mentioned law firm is trying to use"scare tactics"to drum up business for its practice,which allegedly
specializes in eminent domain law;and,
WHEREAS:This kind of false and misleading solicitation resembles unethical"ambulance chasing"tactics to frighten homeowners into
hiring this firm by suggesting the City of Buffalo is about to initiate an eminent domain proceeding in the Old First Ward,which it certainly
is not;and,
WHEREAS:The City of Buffalo has not initiated any eminent domain process for a new Buffalo Bills football stadium in the Old First
Ward or anywhere else in the City of Buffalo;and,
WHEREAS:The City of Buffalo currently has no plans of any kind to begin an eminent domain proceeding for a new Buffalo Bills football
stadium anywhere in the city;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That the Corporation Counsel review the letter of solicitation by Goldstein, Rikon, Rikon and Hougton, P.C. to determine if the City of
Buffalo is able to officially inform this firm to cease and desist solicitation of this kind as false, misleading and erroneous to Buffalo
homeowners;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED:
That this resolution and attached letter be forward to the Buffalo Bills organization, NFL and the Stadium Working Group to review and
take possible action regarding this kind of unethical solicitation.
ADOPTED AND REFERRED TO THE NYS BAR ASSOCIATION AND THE EC BAR ASSOCIATION
NO.1992
BY COUNCIL MEMBER DAVID A.FRANCZYK
REQUIREMENT THAT CONSTRUCTION OF NEW WOODED ELECTRICAL POLES IS NOT ALLOWED ON
REPUBLIC STREET
Whereas Chapter 330-11 of the City Charter states, "No telegraph or telephone or electric light wires or poles shall be strung or erected
in,upon or over any public street,alley or grounds without permission from the Common Council.";and
Whereas The City reserves the right to dismantle and remove any electrical poles without designation from the Common Council;and
Whereas The City also reserves the right to waive this chapter of the City Charter on a case-by-case basis but this resolution in no way
amends or alters prohibitions of wood pole installations previously approved that are not explicitly mentioned in this resolution;and
Whereas,This requirement has stalled development of a project at The Barrel Factory at 65
Vandalia Street,due to their inability to get upgraded power to the building: Now,Therefore Be It
Resolved that the City of Buffalo Common Council-
1)Waives the requirement in Chapter 330-11 of the City Charter that states, "No telegraph or telephone or electric light wires or poles
shall be strung or erected in, upon or over any public street, alley or grounds without permission from the Common Council," for the
electrical pole on 65 Vandalia Street and authorizes the Commissioner of Public Works, Parks and Streets to issue a permit for
construction of a new,wooded electrical pole on Republic Street adjacent to 65 Vandalia Street near the corner of Hamburg Street;and
2)Copies of this resolution are to be sent to the Department of Public Works, Law Department and National Grid.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1993
BY COUNCILMEMBER GOLOMBEK
WAIVE SPECIAL EVENT FEES FOR THE CHURCH COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM
Whereas On October 3,2015 from 8:OOAM until 6:OOPM,on Calumet Place,between Garfield Street and Grace Street,the Church
Community Outreach Program will be taking place;and
Whereas This event is free and open to the public with the goal of"creating discipline in the community";and
Whereas The Church Community Outreach Program is positive event that will benefit the community and the City of Buffalo;
Now,Therefore Be It Resolved:
That the Common Council of the City of Buffalo waives the Special Event Fees associated with the Church Community Outreach
Program,taking place on Calumet Place,between Garfield Street and Grace Streets on October 3,2015 from 8:OOAM until 6:OOPM;and
Be It Further Resolved:
That copies of this resolution be sent to the Department of Public Works, Parks and Streets and the Department of Special Events.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES-0
NO.1994
BY:COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRIDGEN
APPOINTMENT OF COMMON COUNCIL CHIEF OF STAFF
Councilmember Rivera placed in nomination the name of Dinash Lol,for appointment as the Common Council Chief of Staff,effective
October 1,2015.
Seconded by Mr. Feroleto
A vote being taken,each member of the Common Council,as their name was called,announced their choice as follows:
ADOPTED-9 NOES-0
NO.1995
SPONSOR: MR.PRIDGEN
APPOINT MARRIAGE OFFICER
Be It Resolved:
That Pursuant to Chapter 49 of the Laws of New York(1988),which allows a governing body the right to appoint one or more Marriage
Officers,who have the authority to solemnize marriages, I am requesting the appointment of Joseph Golombek,Jr.,as a marriage officer
only for October 31,2015.
ADOPTED
NO.1996
BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT DARIUS G.PRIDGEN
COMPASSIONATE CARE ACT
Whereas in July of 2014, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed the Compassionate Care Act, making New York State the 23-d state to
legalize medical marijuana. This law includes provisions to ensure medical marijuana is reserved for patients with serious conditions to
include: cancer, HIV/AIDS,ALS, Parkinson's Disease, multiple sclerosis, damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord, inflammatory
bowel disease,neuropathies, Huntington's Disease,epilepsy,or as added by the Commissioner of the Department of Health;
Whereas under one of the safest, most tightly regulated medical marijuana programs in the country, this new law will bring relief to
patients living with extraordinary pain and illness;
with more than fifty six thousand square miles in New York State, we have only twenty dispensaries available. This means that many
patients, and/or their caregivers may have to travel several hours to access the supply. City of Buffalo residents that rely on public
transportation will find accessibility to dispensaries quite challenging. This will place a burden on people dealing with severe,debilitating
or life-threatening health issues: Now,Therefore Be It
Resolved that the City of Buffalo Common Council-
1)Urge NYS lawmakers to open additional medical marijuana dispensaries to provide closer proximity and accessibility to residents of the
City of Buffalo with severe health challenges;and
2)Implore the Governor and the Department of Health to expedite the
implementation of the Compassionate Care Act;and
3)Copies of this resolution are to be sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, New
York State Senators,and Members of the NYS Assembly,and the Commissioner of the Department of Health.
ADOPTED
NO.1997
BY ELLICOTT COUNCIL MEMBER DARIUS G.PRIDGEN
PERMISSION TO HANG BANNERS FOR THE BUFFALO AND ERIE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY MILESTONES OF SCIENCE
EXHIBIT
The Buffalo and Erie County Public Library is opening its largest exhibition of its treasured collection called Milestones of Science: Books
that shook the world!;and
The exhibition will be on display from October 1, 2015 through the Summer of 2017 during all library operating hours with no admission
charge and the banners will hang from October 1,2015 to July 1,2017;and
The City of Buffalo Department of Public Works designed general guidelines for the placement of banners that include the necessary
information to fully comply with the requirements established. The Buffalo and Erie County has received a copy of these conditions
provided by the district office of the above named Council Member that gives a full understanding of the requirements to allow the
placement of the requested banner;and
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the requested banners, meet the requirements of all appropriate City Departments and that no
existing laws, rules, or regulations be violated, particularly those found in Charter and Code Sections 387-15 or other pertinent sections
thereof;and
Be It Further Resolved: That the Common Council of the City of Buffalo does hereby grant permission to The Buffalo and Erie County
Public Library to hang banners along Oak Street, William Street, Washington Street and Clinton Street and that copies of this resolution
be forwarded to the Department of Public Works, the Arts Commission, and Special Events to ensure the requested conditions are met
prior to the installation of the request to hang the banner,in the City of Buffalo.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.1998
BY DARIUS G.PRIDGEN COUNCIL PRESIDENT ELLICOTT DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER
SEX OFFENDER REPORTING INQUIRY
Whereas,sexual violence has severe long-lasting psychological,physical and economic
effects on our community with far more children being sexually assaulted than adults;
Whereas,these heinous crimes concern every citizen in Buffalo because assaults can cross all geographic and demographic divisions;
Whereas, NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services(DCJS)is responsible for maintaining a
sex offender registry,state law does not require public agencies to proactively issue notices to parents about where sex offenders live;
Whereas the current DCJS database only serves those who have access to the internet,or to those who know to call the office in Albany
for public information, leaving many parents uninformed of the location of convicted criminals living in their neighborhoods or along their
children's route to school;and
Whereas,because more than 75%of child molesters are known to their victims,registry
notification alone is not sufficient to keep children safe,but is a necessary step in the right direction: Now,Therefore Be It
Resolved that The City of Buffalo Common Council-
1) Requests representatives of BPD to submit a report to the Council that explains the current registry and notification process, noting in
particular any changes in recent years;and
2)Calls on BPD and the Buffalo School Board to consider multiple
alternatives to notifying the public of locations of sex offenders registered in
the DCJS database.Copies to Police, Bd of Ed and WNY Deligation
ADOPT THE RESOLVES REFER THE REMAINDER TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION
NO.1999
BY:COUNCIL MEMBER RIVERA,COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRIDGEN,COUNCIL MEMBER FRANCZYK AND COUNCILMEMBER
WYATT
CALL ON PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION TO ADEQUATELY ADDRESS ENERGY NEEDS OF LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS
Whereas,the Public Service Commission(PSC)is holding a public hearing to examine programs to address energy affordability for low
income utility customers;and
Whereas,the public hearing will be held Thursday,October 1 at Buffalo-Erie County Central Library at two different times,from 2pm-4pm
and from 6-8 pm;and
Whereas,each public hearing will start with informational session that will give attendees a briefing on what programs currently exist and
the state of current issues,from which the public will be able to comment on;and
Whereas,this body and the residents it serves are very familiar with the energy/utility needs of the community and would like to see
programs that better serves our residents most in need and have the participation of residents in the development of those programs;and
Whereas,over 270,000 residents of New York had a utility service terminated in 2014,which equates to a bill over$750 million that utility
customers owed;and
Whereas,while programs like HEAP and other assistance programs help residents avoid service termination,there is still a clear need for
assistance and new programing to ensure all New Yorkers have the necessary living requirements of heat,water,and electricity.
Now therefore be it resolved,the Common Council calls on the PSC to improve upon its current proposal and create a statewide utility
assistance program that:
(a.)automatically enrolls all low income utility customers;.
(b.)guarantees a utility bill discount of at least 40%and/or creates an energy burden cap equivalent to 6%of household income;
(c.)addresses the root causes of the energy affordability crisis through investments in weatherization,low cost shared renewable energy,
and basic home repair;and
(d.)increases overall funding for utility assistance from$179 million proposed by staff to at least$600 million,which represents a per
capita funding level supported by low income utility assistance programs in other states.
Be it further resolved,the Common Council requests the City Clerk send a copy of this resolution to Kathleen Burgess,Secretary of the
Public Service Commission.
ADOPTED
NO.2000
BY:COUNCIL MEMBER RIVERA
WAIVER OF FEES FOR"EID AT THE PARK".
Whereas, H.E.A.L-International is a non-profit organization located at 233 W. Ferry;and
Whereas,on September 24,2015, H.E.A.L will be hosting a free event"Eid at the Park"to celebrate the end of Ramadan;and
Whereas, H.E.A.L will be celebrating at Front Park and from 8am to 12pro.
Now,Therefore, Be It Resolved,the Common Council approves the waiving of the Special Events and Parks fees associated with this
event;and
Be It Finally Resolved,the City Clerk is directed to send a copy of this resolution to the Public Works, Parks&Streets Department and to
the Mayor's Special Events Office.
PASSED
AYES—9 NOES—0
NO.2001
BY:COUNCIL MEMBER DAVID A.RIVERA
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
CHAPTER 154.DISCRIMINATION
The Common Council of the City of Buffalo does hereby ordain as follows:
Section 1.That§154-11 of the Code of the City of Buffalo be amended to read as follows:
§154-11.Anti-bias relief.
"Any person who,with the intent to deprive an individual or group of individuals of the exercise of their civil rights because of the
individual's or individuals'race,creed,color,national origin,sex,gender identity and expression,disability,age,or sexual orientation,
commits an unlawful discriminatory practice in violation of civil rights,or causes damage to the property of another or causes physical
injury or death to another shall be liable,in a civil action or proceeding maintained by such individual or group of individuals for injunctive
relief,damages,or any other appropriate relief in law or equity. In any such action or proceeding,the court,in its discretion,may allow the
party commencing such action or proceeding,if such party prevails,a reasonable attorney's fee as part of the costs."
Section 2.That this Ordinance Amendment shall take effect immediately upon being duly ratified pursuant to§3-19 of the City Charter.
DATE:September 24,2015
NOTE: Underlined material is new.
Material in brackets[]is to be deleted.
REFERRED TO THE COMMITTEE ON LEGISLATION.
NO.2002
BY COUNCIL MEMBER WYATT,
AND COUNCIL MEMBERS PRIDGEN,RIVERA,SCANLON,FONTANA,FRANCZYK,
GOLOMBEK,JR.,FEROLETO,AND WINGO,SR
Common Council Schedule on Government Access
Whereas, It is the Goal of The City of Buffalo to promote governmental transparency. It is essential to utilize Time Warner Cable channel
22 to promote this message on the Government Access Channel;and
Whereas scheduled and consistent time tables for constituent viewing is paramount to inform our residents of the Council Member
initiatives via Common Council Update shows, Committee and Common Council Meetings and any other additional programming relative
to District update reports,and
Whereas although the agreed upon 2013 viewing schedule was followed for a short time, ultimately, the schedule was changed without
Common Council notification or approval;and
Whereas this schedule shall be the core programming for the Common Council in addition it is expected that other broadcasts will be
shown throughout the week to engage active constituents;and
Tuesday Schedule
3:00 p.m. Delaware District update 3:30 p.m. North District Council update
4:00 p.m. Niagara District update 4:30 p.m. University District Council update
5:00 p.m. Fillmore District update 7:00 p.m. Ellicott District Council update
7:30 p.m. Lovejoy District update 8:00 p.m.Council and Committee meetings
9:00 p.m.Masten District update 9:30 p.m.South District Council update
Thursday Schedule
3:00 p.m.South District update 3:30 p.m. Fillmore District Council update
4:00 p.m. Ellicott District update 4:30 p.m. Lovejoy District Council update
5:00 p.m. North District update 7:00 p.m. Niagara District Council update
7:30 p.m. University District update 8:00 p.m.Council and Committee meetings
9:00 p.m.Masten District update 9:30 p.m. Delaware District Council update
Now,Therefore Be It Resolved,that The City of Buffalo Common Council
1) This schedule on Government Access channel 22, shall be adhered to and should not be changed without written consent of the
individual Council Member or Council President and filed with the office of the City Clerk;and
2)Common Council meetings shall be shown live on Tuesdays and rebroadcast on Wednesdays and Saturdays in addition to other
available throe tables throughout the week;and
3)Directs that copies of this Resolution be forwarded to the Mayor, Law, DPW,Telecommunications and the Deputy Director of
Telecommunications,
David A Rivera Majority Leader Niagara Council Member
ADOPT THE RESOLVES REFER THE REMAINDER TO THE COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
NO.2003
BY: RASHEED N.C.WYATT,UNIVERSITY DISTRICT COUNCILMEMBER
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT APPOINTMENT
WHEREAS: I am appointing Stephanie White,who resides at 84 Avery Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 as Legislative Assistant and;
WHEREAS:Ms.White is very capable of filling this position;and
WHEREAS:Ms.White is a May,2015 graduate of Johnson C.Smith University,Charlotte, N.C.with a Bachelor's of Science degree
and;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
The Common Council appoints Ms.Stephanie White as Legislative Assistant in the Council Staff office.
ADOPTED
NO.2004
BY: RASHEED N.C.WYATT
APPOINTMENTS COMMISSIONERS OF DEEDS REQUIRED FOR THE PROPER PERFORMANCE OF PUBLIC DUTIES
That the following person(s)are hereby appointed as Commissioner of Deeds for the term ending December 31,2016,conditional upon
the person(s)so appointed certifying under oath to their qualifications and filing same with the City of Buffalo,
Jill M. Bach
Evin A.Conyer
Aaron A.Griffin
Marie Renee O'Neill
Lynette M.Osieja
Julie A. Rapp
Stephanie D. Reilley
Michelle Schmarder
Ulysees O.Wingo,Sr.
Total:9
ADOPTED
NO.2005
BY: RASHEED N.C.WYATT
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.
Constance E. Reynolds
Gaynell Williams
TOTAL:2
ADOPTED
NO.2006
ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The following meetings are scheduled.All meetings are held in the Common Council Chambers, 13`h floor City Hail, Buffalo, New York,
unless otherwise noted.
Regular Committees
Committee on Civil Service Tuesday,October 6,2015 at 9:45 o'clock AM
Committee on Finance Tuesday,October 6,2015 at 10:00 o'clock AM
following Civil Service
Committee on Comm. Dev. Tuesday,October 6,2015 at 1:00 o'clock PM
Committee on Legislation Tuesday,October 6,2015 at 2:00 o'clock PM
(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.2007
ADJOURNMENT
On a motion by Mr. Rivera,Seconded by Mr.Scanlon,the Council adjourned at 2:51 PM
GERALD A.CHWALINSKI
CITY CLERK