Canandaigua public meetings in 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear four applications, including a use variance for a professional office at 28 South Main Street and three area variances for short-term rentals and a large commercial structure. The board will also consider approval of minutes from its November 16 meeting.

• 28 South Main Street: C LAKE PROPERTIES LLC seeks a use variance to operate a professional office on the ground floor in a C2-A zone, where offices are not normally permitted
• 40 Bristol Street: MARCUS FRANZ requests an area variance to run a short-term rental from a property that is not his primary residence in an R-2 zone
• 250 Bristol Street: ANDREW AND JOANN FIORENTINO seek an area variance for a short-term rental from a non-primary residence in an R-2 zone
• 267 South Main Street: 267 S MAIN STREET LLC requests area variances to build an 18,785 SF structure 1 foot from the street line (25 feet required) and provide 25 parking spaces (75 required)

The board approved a use variance for a professional office on South Main Street and an area variance for a new commercial building. One short-term rental variance was approved, while another was tabled. The board also approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting.

• Approved use variance for professional office at 28 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved area variance for short-term rental at 40 Bristol Street (5-0)
• Tabled short-term rental application for 250 Bristol Street (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 18,785 SF structure and parking at 267 South Main Street (4-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two short-term rental special use permits, review several historic alteration applications, and discuss a site plan for a new three-story building. The agenda also includes a work session on a demolition and construction project and a discussion on commercial flags.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 116 South Main (NEXT PHASE PLAN LLC)
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 178 Parrish Street (Eric Wendorff)
• Historic alterations at 65 Gibson, 88 Howell, 175 Bristol, and 104 Gibson streets
• Site Plan Review for 267 South Main and 11 Saltonstall: demolish existing structures, build 18,785 SF three-story building
• Discussion on commercial flags

The Commission approved a short-term rental permit for 116 South Main and several historic alterations. A short-term rental application for 178 Parrish Street was tabled after a motion to approve it failed in a 3-3 tie.

• Approved short-term rental permit for 116 South Main (6-0)
• Tabled short-term rental permit for 178 Parrish Street (5-1)
• Approved historic alteration to remove chimney and windows at 88 Howell Street (6-0)
• Tabled detached garage application for 175 Bristol Street (6-0)
• Approved sunroom addition at 104 Gibson Street (5-1)
• Approved garage modification at 104 Gibson Street with condition for detailed plans (6-0)
• Approved kitchen addition and enclosed porch at 104 Gibson Street (6-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on adopting the 2023 city budget, which includes an $18.7 million general fund, a property tax levy of $6,367,059, and a $10,000 parking lot assessment. The council will also set 2023 water rates, approve the Business Improvement District budget with a $42,500 charge levy, and adopt changes to the city fee schedule. Other actions include authorizing contracts for outside agencies, auditing services, a fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua, and a one-year extension of a water sales agreement.

• Adoption of 2023 budget: General fund $18,731,476; Water $5,382,773; Sewer $5,577,878
• Property tax levy of $6,367,059 for 2023 plus $10,000 parking lot assessment
• 2023 Business Improvement District budget approved with $42,500 charge levy
• Changes to city fee schedule including sign review, site plan review, and recreation fees
• Authorizing fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua

The Council approved the 2023 budget and a $6,367,059 property tax levy. New water rates and sewer rents were established, and a three-year fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua was authorized. The city also approved a three-year auditing contract and a tax forbearance agreement for residents.

• Adopted 2023 Budget (7-1)
• Established 2023 property tax levy of $6,367,059 and $10,000 parking lot assessment (8-0)
• Approved 2023 Business Improvement District budget not to exceed $42,500 (8-0)
• Set 2023 water rates at $4.110 per 1,000 gallons for city customers and $5.676 for suburban customers (8-0)
• Established sewer rents at $5.40 per 1,000 gallons with a $60.48 minimum quarterly charge (8-0)
• Authorized 3-year fire services contract with Town of Canandaigua for $900k in 2023, $975k in 2024, and $1.1M in 2025 (8-0)
• Approved 3-year auditing contract with Mengel, Metzger, Barr & Co. LLP (8-0)
• Authorized forbearance and payment agreements for outstanding 2020-2022 property taxes (8-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to review and discuss the recommended 2023 budget. This is the fourth in a series of workshops, with wrap-up sessions scheduled for November 22 and possibly November 29, followed by budget adoption on December 8.

• Review and discussion of recommended 2023 budget
• Budget wrap-up session #1 on November 22
• Possible budget wrap-up #2 on November 29
• Budget adoption scheduled for December 8 council meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a local law establishing sewer rents and another on the proposed 2023 city budget. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Public hearing on a local law establishing and imposing sewer rents
• Public hearing on the proposed 2023 city budget
• Reappointment of Bonnie Dorschel to the Planning Commission for a first full term
• Reappointment of Joe Bader to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a third term
• Reappointment of Julie Harris to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second term

The City Council appointed Councilmember Karen White as Council President. The council also reappointed members to the Planning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Public hearings were held regarding sewer rents and the proposed 2023 City Budget.

• Appointed Councilmember Ward 3 White as President of City Council (8-0)
• Reappointed Bonnie Dorschel to the Planning Commission (8-0)
• Reappointed Joe Bader to the Zoning Board of Appeals (8-0)
• Reappointed Julie Harris to the Zoning Board of Appeals (8-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications: one for a professional office on the ground floor at 28 South Main Street, which is not permitted in the C2-A zone, and another to demolish and rebuild a boathouse at Pier 1, Boathouse #17 with a length of 40 feet, exceeding the 32-foot maximum. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Application #22-256A: 28 South Main Street, C LAKE PROPERTIES LLC, seeking a Use Variance for a professional office in C2-A zone (ground-floor offices not permitted)
• Application #22-313A: Pier #1, Boathouse #17, THOMAS POST, seeking an Area Variance to build a 40-foot boathouse (max allowed is 32 feet)

The board approved an area variance for a new boathouse at Pier #1, Boathouse #17, exceeding the 32-foot limit. A request for a use variance at 28 South Main Street was tabled pending further financial evidence.

• Approved area variance for 40-foot boathouse at Pier #1, Boathouse #17 (6-1)
• Tabled use variance application #22-256A for 28 South Main Street (7-0)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Canandaigua City Council is holding Budget Workshop #3 to review and discuss the recommended 2023 budget. This is part of a series of workshops leading up to a public hearing on November 17 and final adoption on December 8.

• Review and discussion of recommended 2023 budget
• Public hearing on budget scheduled for November 17
• Budget wrap-up sessions scheduled for November 22 and 29
• Budget adoption scheduled for December 8

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The City Council is holding Budget Workshop #2 to review the recommended 2023 budget, focusing on Police, Fire, and DPW department heads, the Business Improvement District (BID), and capital projects. This is part of a series of workshops leading to a public hearing and final adoption in December. The agenda is procedural, outlining the review schedule and budget overview for General, Water, and Sewer funds.

• Review of Police, Fire, and DPW department budgets
• Review of Business Improvement District (BID) budget
• Capital budget review
• General Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund overview
• Public hearing on budget scheduled for November 17

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission will review six applications, including two short-term rental special use permits, two signage architectural reviews, and two historic alterations. Several items were tabled from the October 12 meeting and will be reconsidered.

• Historic alteration at 159 Gibson Street (Charles Parlato) to alter windows and entryway
• Special use permit for short-term rental at 222 North Main Street (Donna Bennett)
• Special use permit for short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue (Michael Fiorentino)
• Architectural review for signage at 205 Lakeshore Drive (Hotel Canandaigua)
• Historic alteration at 151 South Main Street (Gateway Grille Inc.) to remove false brick façade

The Planning Commission approved a conditional special use permit for a wellness retreat and several architectural signage and facade projects. One application for a short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue was denied.

• Approved historic alteration for windows at 159 Gibson Street (5-1)
• Approved special use permit for wellness retreat at 222 North Main Street with conditions (5-1)
• Denied special use permit for short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue (6-0)
• Approved signage installation for Hotel Canandaigua at 205 Lakeshore Drive (6-0)
• Approved signage updates for The Young Agency at 343 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved historic alteration to install BrickFast Panel System at 151 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a local law to exceed the state property tax levy limit, and consider resolutions to buy a 0.457-acre parcel from Ontario County for $1, set a public hearing on the proposed 2023 city budget, and set a hearing on a new sewer rent law. The council will also vote on amendments to city codes on purchasing policies and solid waste.

• Public hearing on local law to exceed property tax levy limit under General Municipal Law §3-C
• Resolution #2022-069: Authorizing purchase of 0.457-acre parcel from Ontario County for $1
• Resolution #2022-070: Authorizing a municipal services agreement with Ontario County
• Resolution #2022-071: Setting public hearing on proposed 2023 city budget
• Resolution #2022-072: Setting public hearing on local law establishing sewer rents

City Council authorized a property tax levy in excess of the general municipal law limit for the 2023 fiscal year. The council also appointed Ellen Polimeni to fill a vacant council seat and approved several agreements with Ontario County.

• Approved property tax levy override for 2023 budget (7-1)
• Appointed Ellen Polimeni to Ward 1 council seat (8-0)
• Approved honorary designation of Spencer Lane as 'Nick Cutri Lane' (8-0)
• Authorized purchase of .457 acres from Ontario County for $1.00 (8-0)
• Approved 3-year Municipal Services Agreement with Ontario County for $39,745 annually (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for 2023 budget and sewer rents for Nov 17, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending purchasing policies and procedures (8-0)
• Tabled ordinance amending solid waste code (8-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The City Council is holding Budget Workshop #1 to review the recommended 2023 budget, covering the General Fund, Water Fund, and Sewer Fund. This is the first in a series of workshops leading to a public hearing and final budget adoption on December 1st.

• Review of recommended 2023 General Fund budget
• Review of recommended 2023 Water Fund budget
• Review of recommended 2023 Sewer Fund budget
• Budget workshop calendar set through December 1st adoption

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications. The first is a use variance to allow a business and three apartments at 107 North Main Street, where only single-family homes are currently permitted. The second is an area variance for a 240-square-foot storage building at 25 Clark Street, exceeding the 165-square-foot limit.

• 107 North Main Street: Use variance to re-establish business and three apartments in a Residential-Institutional zone.
• 25 Clark Street: Area variance for a 240 SF storage building (limit is 165 SF).

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a use variance for 107 North Main Street, allowing the property to be used as a business with three apartments, despite single-family-only zoning. The board also approved an area variance for a 240-square-foot storage building at 25 Clark Street, exceeding the 165-square-foot limit. Both votes were unanimous.

• Approved use variance for 107 N. Main St. to re-establish business and three apartments (7-0)
• Approved area variance for 240 SF storage building at 25 Clark St. (6-0)

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental Committee and Ordinance Committee will meet jointly to discuss several items. The Environmental Committee will consider a request from Hotel Canandaigua to use Lakefront Park for weddings and dock access, a proposal to purchase a used rescue boat for $20,000, and a property transfer from Ontario County. The Ordinance Committee will discuss a new ordinance requiring water service line inspections at property transfers, a potential vacancy tax, and amendments to the solid waste ordinance.

• Hotel Canandaigua requests license agreement for Lakefront Park weddings and dock access
• Proposed purchase of used rescue boat for $20,000, plus $10,000 for hoist, lettering, and repairs
• Property transfer of .457 acres from Ontario County to City for $1.00
• Ordinance to require inspection and replacement of lead water service lines at property transfer
• Discussion of potential vacancy tax on commercial properties

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review ten applications, including three public hearings for short-term rental special use permits, several historic alterations, architectural reviews for signs, and a site plan review for a greenhouse and shed. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 31 Bristol Street (Blue Line Homes Inc.)
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 222 North Main Street (Donna Bennett)
• Public hearing: Special Use Permit for short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue (Michael Fiorentino)
• Historic alteration to windows and entryway at 159 Gibson Street (Charles Parlato)
• Site plan and architectural review for 250 SF greenhouse and 100 SF shed at 770 South Main Street (The Lake House)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on budget amendments for road work and fire department costs, as well as authorizing several inter-municipal agreements. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for November 3, 2022, regarding a property tax levy that exceeds the limit established in General Municipal Law §3-C.

• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 3, 2022, regarding a property tax levy in excess of General Municipal Law §3-C
• Appropriation of $228,920 from Capital Reserve for micro-pave program overruns
• Appropriation of $30,000 from 2022 Budget Contingency for Fire Department gas and vehicle repairs
• Agreement with Ontario County for $40,000 in Waste Reduction Strategy grant funding
• Authorization of 'A Stronger Ontario 5K' special event on November 13, 2022

City Council unanimously approved a $228,920 appropriation from the Capital Reserve to cover a micro-pave program overrun caused by asphalt price escalation and communication failures, and a $30,000 appropriation from the 2022 Budget Contingency for Fire Department gas and vehicle repairs. Council also set a November 3 public hearing on overriding the state property tax levy limit, approved a special event permit for a 5K run, and awarded water treatment chemical contracts to Slack Chemical Co., Inc. All votes were 8-0 except the chemical contract, which passed 7-1 with Councilmember Uebbing voting no.

• Approved $228,920 Capital Reserve appropriation for micro-pave overrun (8-0)
• Approved $30,000 Budget Contingency appropriation for Fire Department gas and repairs (8-0)
• Set November 3 public hearing on property tax levy limit override (8-0)
• Approved special event permit for A Stronger Ontario 5K on November 13 (8-0)
• Awarded sodium hypochlorite contract to Slack Chemical at $1.97/gal (7-1)
• Awarded hydrofluosilicic acid contract to Slack Chemical at $4.879/gal (7-1)
• Authorized $1,000 from Energy Projects Fund for CCA legal opinion (8-0)
• Authorized agreement with Ontario County for $40,000 solid waste grant (8-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning and Finance Committees will discuss downtown parking needs, review budget amendments for street resurfacing and fire department costs, and consider changes to the purchasing policy. The street resurfacing budget overrun of $228,920 and the proposed $30,000 contingency for vehicle repairs and gas are key financial items. The committees will also review a memorandum of understanding for a winter road management pilot program.

• Street resurfacing overrun of $228,920 over $250,000 budgeted for micro-pave program
• Proposed $30,000 appropriation from 2022 budget contingency for fire department gas and vehicle repairs
• Discussion of downtown parking study results and potential changes to overnight parking
• Proposed amendment to Purchasing Policy §161-5 B2 regarding use of State, County, and municipal contracts
• MOU with Towns of Gorham and Canandaigua for Canandaigua Lake Sustainable Winter Management of Roads Pilot Program

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental Committee and Ordinance Committee are meeting jointly to discuss and review several items, including a draft Waterfront Parks Master Plan, a special event permit, budget appropriations, and a solid waste grant agreement. The Ordinance Committee will also discuss potential amendments to the sign ordinance, a possible vacancy tax, and changes to the solid waste ordinance. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with the draft master plan being a major presentation.

• Draft Waterfront Parks Master Plan presented by Bergmann for five parks: Kershaw, Lakefront, City Pier, Lagoon, Atwater Meadows
• Appropriation of $1,000 from Energy Projects Fund for CCA legal opinion (total cost $5,000 shared with Brighton and Victor)
• Budget amendment: $30,000 from 2022 contingency for fire department gas and vehicle repairs ($15,000 each)
• Authorizing $40,000 Waste Reduction Strategy Grant agreement with Ontario County for solid waste collection program
• Discussion of potential vacancy tax on vacant commercial property and review of no-left-turn ordinance at City Pier

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved a project development agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for $28,783,033 in improvements at the Water Resource Recovery Facility, including solids handling upgrades, pump replacement, LED lighting, and weatherization. The project is funded by sewer rents, not taxes, and is expected to be paid off over 12-15 years through a leachate agreement with Casella.

• Approved Resolution #2022-061 authorizing the City Manager to execute the installation agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements (8-0).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications regarding property use variances. The board will consider requests for a short-term rental operation and a challenge to a zoning officer's decision.

• Application #22-275: Area Variance for a short-term rental at 31 Bristol Street (Blue Line Homes Inc.)
• Application #22-256: Appeal of Zoning Officer decision regarding nonconforming use at 28 South Main Street (C Lake Properties LLC)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for Blue Line Homes Inc. to operate short-term rentals at 31 Bristol Street, a property not the owner's primary residence, by a 6-1 vote. The board also unanimously upheld the Zoning Officer's decision that a campaign office at 28 South Main Street is not a continuation of a pre-existing nonconforming use.

• Approved area variance for short-term rental at 31 Bristol St (6-1)
• Upheld Zoning Officer's interpretation that campaign office at 28 S Main St is not continuation of nonconforming use (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 meeting as corrected (7-0)

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission approved four applications (short-term rentals, a seasonal tent, and two historic fence alterations) and tabled a historic porch column replacement at 355 North Main Street for further review. Two short-term rental special use permits were approved for 27 Coach Street and 458 South Main Street, both in commercial or mixed-use zones. A seasonal tent for Peacemaker Brewing Company at 39 Coach Street was approved for November through February. The commission also approved a historic fence replacement at 47 Gibson Street and a driveway expansion at 137 North Main Street with a condition to maintain a 4-foot buffer.

• Approved short-term rental special use permit at 27 Coach Street (5-0)
• Approved seasonal tent site plan for Peacemaker Brewing at 39 Coach Street (5-0)
• Approved historic fence replacement at 47 Gibson Street (5-0)
• Approved historic fence installation at 100 Gorham Street (5-0)
• Approved short-term rental special use permit at 458 South Main Street (5-0)
• Tabled historic porch column replacement at 355 North Main Street for further review (5-0)
• Approved driveway expansion at 137 North Main Street with 4-foot buffer condition (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several resolutions, including the appropriation of surplus funds for the city's solid waste collection program. The body will also consider funding for The Central on Main and a related fundraising license agreement.

• Resolution #2022-057: Appropriating $69,260.50 from 2021 surplus for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters
• Resolution #2022-058: Appropriating Capital Reserve toward The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-059: Authorizing a license agreement with The BID for a fundraising event at The Central on Main
• Contract proposal from ContainerPros, LLC for assembly of 7,200 carts and removal of 3,600 carts

The City Council unanimously approved four resolutions: $69,260 for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters, $16,500 for Central on Main improvements, a license agreement for a BID fundraiser at Central on Main, and a $30,500 budget amendment for emergency repair at the Water Resource Recovery Facility. The Council also discussed a trolley franchise agreement and a boathouse zoning change request but took no action on those items.

• Approved $69,260 for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters (8-0)
• Approved $16,500 from Capital Reserve for Central on Main improvements (8-0)
• Authorized license agreement for BID fundraiser at Central on Main (8-0)
• Approved $30,500 budget amendment for emergency repair at Water Resource Recovery Facility (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including funding for the assembly and delivery of residential waste containers. The body will also discuss matters regarding The Central on Main and emergency repairs at the Water Resource Recovery Facility.

• Resolution #2022-057: Appropriating $69,260.50 for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters
• Resolution #2022-058: Appropriating Capital Reserve toward The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-059: License agreement with The BID for a fundraising event at The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-060: Budget amendment for emergency repair at the Water Resource Recovery Facility

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review two applications: one to expand a restaurant into the second floor and alter the façade at 123 South Main Street, and another to replace a fabric awning with a pergola at 170 South Main Street. The second application was tabled from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit and Historic Alteration at 123 South Main Street (Easy as 123, LLC)
• Historic Alteration application for 170 South Main Street (Kix on Main) to install pergola with drop-down screens

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit and historic alteration for 123 South Main Street to expand the restaurant into the second floor and modify the façade, with a condition to return with a signage proposal. They also approved a historic alteration for 170 South Main Street to replace a fabric awning with a pergola and drop-down screens. Additionally, the commission agreed to recommend to City Council that free-standing commercial flags be eliminated.

• Approved special use permit and historic alteration for 123 South Main Street restaurant expansion (5-0)
• Approved historic alteration for 170 South Main Street pergola with drop-down screens (5-0)
• Agreed to recommend elimination of free-standing commercial flags to City Council

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Canandaigua Zoning Board of Appeals has no applications on the agenda for this meeting.

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees are meeting to discuss several items: an updated, lower-cost plan for the Central on Main improvement project, whether to continue treating solar panels as accessory structures, a request to allow longer boathouses, a proposed trolley franchise agreement with The Lake House, and a potential vacancy tax on empty storefronts. No final decisions are being made; these are discussion items for the committees.

• Central on Main: revised scope with asphalt surface, 6 light poles, new drainage; total cost $76,500, with $60,000 from NYS Main Street grant, requiring $16,500 city appropriation
• Solar panel zoning: two variance requests for 490 SF and 896 SF arrays approved; staff recommends continuing case-by-case review as accessory structures
• Boathouse zoning: request to amend §850-48 to allow boathouses longer than 32 feet, after two variance denials
• Trolley franchise: proposed non-exclusive 2-year franchise with The Lake House for free public trolley service, city to provide mechanical maintenance
• Vacancy tax: general discussion on taxing vacant commercial properties to reduce blight

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees met jointly on August 16, 2022, to discuss several items but took no final votes or decisions. Topics included a revised scope for the Central on Main project (asphalt surface, new drainage, six light poles, total cost $76,500 with $60,000 from a state grant), a zoning discussion on solar panels/arrays (staff recommended continuing case-by-case variance review), a request to amend boathouse length limits, a proposed trolley franchise agreement with The Lake House, and a general discussion on a potential vacancy tax for commercial properties. No binding actions were taken; all items are for further consideration by City Council.

• No votes or final decisions taken at this joint committee meeting
• Central on Main project scope revised to asphalt surface, drainage, and six light poles at $76,500 total
• Solar panel zoning discussion held; staff recommends continuing case-by-case variance review
• Boathouse zoning change request presented by property owner; no action taken
• Trolley franchise agreement with The Lake House discussed; draft resolution presented for future Council action
• Vacancy tax for commercial properties discussed as a potential future ordinance

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission meets to review eight development applications, including five public hearings for subdivisions, special use permits, and site plan modifications. The agenda also includes architectural reviews for signage and historic alterations. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the provided text.

• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision at 195 & 229 Parrish Street (Lakeside Professional Properties LLC)
• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision at 41 North Pearl Street (Earl Derienzo)
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for a Carry-Out Restaurant at 92 South Main (The Arc Ontario)
• Public hearing for Site Plan Review of McDonald's drive-through at 17 Ellen Polimeni Blvd
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for Short-Term Rental at 36 Coy Street (James Volpe)

The Canandaigua Planning Commission approved all seven applications on the agenda, including a McDonald's drive-through modification, a short-term rental permit, and several subdivision and signage requests. All approvals were unanimous, with one commissioner absent. The commission also scheduled an additional meeting for August 24, 2022.

• Approved minor subdivision at 195 & 229 Parrish St (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision at 41 N Pearl St with conditions (6-0)
• Approved special use permit and historic alteration for coffee shop at 92 S Main (6-0)
• Approved McDonald's drive-through modifications with conditions (6-0)
• Approved short-term rental permit at 36 Coy St with 6-guest limit (6-0)
• Approved wall sign for Lean Nation at 107 Eastern Blvd (6-0)
• Approved pergola installation at 170 S Main St with conditions (6-0)
• Approved sign face replacement for Fluffy's Quilt Patch Plus (6-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including the issuance of serial bonds for infrastructure and equipment. The body will also discuss street dedications and tax assessment litigation settlements.

• Authorization of $31,500,000 in serial bonds, including $30 million for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements and $1.5 million for a firefighting vehicle
• Acceptance of street dedications for Saxton Lane and Sibley Court in the Covington Subdivision: Section 3
• Approval of a lease agreement with T-Mobile
• Appropriation of 2021 surplus funds for recycling and garbage toters
• Settlement of tax assessment litigation with Nick Violas, Parkway Plaza LP, JADD Management LLC, and Canandaigua National Bank

The council unanimously approved a $31.5 million bond resolution to finance a new fire truck ($1.5M) and major upgrades to the Water Resource Recovery Facility ($30M). They also accepted streets in the Covington subdivision, approved a T-Mobile cell tower lease, awarded a street-marking contract, and settled three tax-assessment lawsuits. A new solid-waste program funded with $467,135 in surplus was also approved.

• Approved $31.5M bond resolution for fire apparatus and water resource recovery facility improvements (7-0)
• Accepted dedication of streets, stormwater facility, and wetlands in Covington Subdivision Section 3 (7-0)
• Authorized 15-year T-Mobile cell tower lease at 183 Saltonstall Street with $58,250 first-year rent (7-0)
• Awarded $82,120.40 street marking and painting contract to OH Striping (7-0)
• Appropriated $467,135.05 from 2021 surplus for new garbage and recycling toters and solid-waste program (7-0)
• Approved tax-assessment settlement for 726 South Main Street, reducing 2022 assessment to $1,878,500 (7-0)
• Approved tax-assessment settlement for 39 and 161 Eastern Boulevard, reducing assessments to $5,440,911 and $450,000 respectively (7-0)
• Approved tax-assessment settlement for Canandaigua National Bank at 72 South Main Street, reducing assessment to $2,246,453 for 2021-2024 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a major bond issuance for infrastructure and the acceptance of new city streets. The body will also consider lease agreements and settlements for tax assessment litigation.

• Resolution #2022-049: Authorization of $31.5 million in serial bonds ($30 million for Water Resource Recovery Facility and $1.5 million for a firefighting vehicle)
• Resolution #2022-048: Acceptance of streets and public utility improvements for Covington Subdivision: Section 3 (Saxton Lane and Sibley Court)
• Resolution #2022-050: Lease agreement with T-Mobile
• Resolution #2022-051: Contract for street marking and painting
• Resolutions #2022-053, #2022-054, #2022-055: Tax assessment litigation settlements with Nick Violas/Lego Genecco & Sons Inc, Parkway Plaza LP/JAD D Management LLC, and Canandaigua National Bank

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Canandaigua Planning and Finance Committees will discuss a potential Downtown Revitalization Initiative application, review a proposed T-Mobile cell tower lease, and consider a new solid waste collection program with toters and fees. The meeting also includes updates on the Water Resource Recovery Facility renovation and a street markings bid.

• DRI Round 6 application options: minor revisions to Round 5 or apply for Lakeshore Drive from Lagoon Park to NYS Route 332 and Routes 5&20
• T-Mobile lease: 15-year term, $62,500 annual rent with 3% annual increase, for tower at Water Resource Recovery Facility
• Street markings bid: OH Striping of Corning, NY, $82,120.40
• Solid waste program: 64-gallon garbage toters, $37.50 quarterly fee for extra toters, $467,135.05 cost for toters and outreach
• Water Resource Recovery Facility project update by Johnson Controls

The Planning and Finance Committees held informational meetings on August 2, 2022, with no formal votes due to lack of quorum. They discussed and expressed support for moving forward with a lakefront grant application for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward, a bond resolution for the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) project, a new T-Mobile lease, a street markings bid, and a new garbage/recycling program. All items were recommended to move to full Council for approval.

• Agreed to move forward with lakefront DRI/NY Forward application (informal consensus)
• Straw vote to move WRRF project to full Council (all present agreed)
• Approved moving T-Mobile lease to Council (informal consensus)
• Approved moving OH Striping street markings bid to Council (informal consensus)
• Agreed to move garbage/recycling program to Council (informal consensus)

City Planning Commission

The City of Canandaigua Planning Commission is meeting on July 27, 2022, but there are no applications for this scheduled meeting. The agenda contains only the meeting notice and core values statement, with no items for decision or discussion.

• No applications for the scheduled meeting

Committee of the Whole

The City Council will participate in a capacity building and strategic planning session. Matt Horn of the MRB Group will facilitate the meeting.

• Strategic Planning Retreat facilitated by Matt Horn

City Council

The City Council is considering Resolution #2022-047 to authorize a grant application for the Canandaigua Lake watershed. The proposed project includes flood resiliency, gate modernization, and an ADA accessible kayak/small craft launch.

• Resolution #2022-047: NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program

The Canandaigua City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the Watershed Program Manager to submit a NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program funds. The funds would support flood resiliency, gate modernization, and installation of an ADA-accessible kayak/small craft launch in the Canandaigua Lake watershed. The resolution also commits the city to comply with state requirements for minority and women-owned business participation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized submission of NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (9-0)
• Authorized Watershed Program Manager to commit city and watershed council to MBE/WBE participation requirements (9-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider five applications for area variances and one appeal of a code enforcement decision. These items involve requests to exceed standard size limits for boathouses, solar units, and driveways.

• Application #22-181: Request to extend boathouse at Pier #3, Boathouse #2 to 40 feet
• Application #22-205: Appeal of property maintenance violation at 104 Phoenix Street
• Application #22-221: Request to install 896 SF solar ground unit at 120 North Pearl Street
• Application #22-232: Request to widen driveway by 18 feet at 15 Highland Terrace
• Application #22-233: Request to extend boathouse at Pier #3, Boathouse #22 to 38 feet

The Canandaigua Zoning Board of Appeals denied two boathouse extension variances (Patrick Walsh and Craig Mott) due to neighborhood character and substantiality concerns, while approving a solar ground unit at 120 North Pearl Street and a driveway expansion at 15 Highland Terrace. The board also reversed a property maintenance fee for 104 Phoenix Street with conditions.

• Denied boathouse extension to 40 ft for Patrick Walsh (5-2)
• Denied boathouse extension to 38 ft for Craig Mott (6-1)
• Approved 896 SF solar ground unit at 120 North Pearl St (7-0)
• Approved 18 ft driveway widening at 15 Highland Terrace (7-0)
• Reversed repeat inspection fee at 104 Phoenix St with extension to Aug 1 (6-1)

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental Committee will receive an informational update on Canandaigua Lake water quality trends and the boat wash station at the NYS Boat Launch. The Ordinance Committee will discuss a Planning Commission recommendation to eliminate commercial flags from the Sign Ordinance, and will have a general discussion about a potential vacancy tax on vacant commercial properties.

• Boat wash station update at NYS Boat Launch
• Planning Commission recommends eliminating commercial flags from Sign Ordinance
• Discussion of potential vacancy tax on vacant commercial storefronts
• Informational item on Canandaigua Lake water quality trends

The Environmental Committee approved grant writing for two opportunities: modernizing the two-gate system and making the kayak launch area near Hotel Canandaigua handicapped accessible. The motion passed unanimously. The Ordinance Committee tabled a discussion on commercial flags and discussed a potential vacancy tax but took no action, with further review planned.

• Approved grant writing for gate modernization and kayak launch accessibility (unanimous)
• Tabled Planning Commission recommendation on commercial flags

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission is meeting to review five applications, including an architectural review for a ground sign, a minor subdivision for property line adjustments, and three historic alteration requests. A public hearing will be held for the subdivision application.

• Architectural review for ground sign at 295 Lakeshore Drive (Canandaigua Country Club)
• Public hearing for minor subdivision at 205 Lakeshore Drive (Canandaigua Finger Lakes Resort)
• Historic alteration to replace windows at 123 South Main Street (Easy as 123, LLC)
• Historic alteration for metal canopy at 238 South Main Street (Stalk & Stem)
• Historic alteration for walkway and accessibility ramp at 50 Gorham Street (Celeste and David Gregor)

The Planning Commission approved four applications, including a new ground sign for the Canandaigua Country Club with conditions, a minor subdivision for the Finger Lakes Resort, and historic alterations for window replacements and a metal canopy. The commission also recommended eliminating commercial flags from the Sign Ordinance.

• Approved Country Club ground sign with 5-ft columns, no lanterns, solar lighting (6-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for Finger Lakes Resort property line adjustments (6-0)
• Approved window replacement at 123 South Main St (6-0)
• Approved metal canopy at 238 South Main St (6-0)
• Approved walkway and accessibility ramp at 50 Gorham St (6-0)
• Recommended eliminating commercial flags from Sign Ordinance

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning and Finance Committees will discuss several items, including an update on the Community Choice Aggregation program after its provider defaulted, a potential gun buyback program that staff does not recommend, and a proposal to expand the historic district. The Finance Committee will consider funding for a downtown plaza project and an update on the garbage and recycling program.

• Update on CCA program after Source Power/Icon Energy defaulted; residents returned to RG&E
• Gun buyback program discussion; staff recommends against pursuing it
• Proposal to add 68 properties to historic district on Dungan, Park, Washington, Gibson, Catherine, Wood, and Sly Streets
• $60,000 grant for Central on Main plaza; $125,000 city funding needed for $185,000 project
• Update on garbage and recycling toter program

The Finance Committee unanimously approved appropriating $125,000 in city surplus funds for paving and related work at The Central on Main outdoor dining plaza, funded partly by a $60,000 state grant. The item will move to City Council for final approval. The Planning Committee discussed but took no action on a potential gun buyback program and a proposal to expand the historic district by adding 68 properties.

• Appropriated $125,000 for Central on Main paving, moved to City Council (unanimous)
• Discussed gun buyback program; no action taken
• Discussed historic district expansion; no action taken

City Council

The City Council is considering a municipal cooperation agreement with the Canandaigua City School District to provide one full-time and one part-time school resource officer through 2025. The body is also holding public hearings on videoconferencing procedures for public meetings and community development needs.

• Agreement for school resource officers: District reimburses 100% of part-time officer costs (up to $35,000) and 50% of full-time officer costs (up to $145,000)
• Local Law #2022-004: Establishing videoconferencing procedures for public meetings
• Resolution #2022-045: Authorizing Rainaldi Brothers, Inc to apply for redevelopment of 267 South Main Street
• Resolution #2022-040: Application for Community Development Block Grant funding
• Resolutions for special events: PickleFest, Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association open house, and The Race for the Rest of Us

The City Council approved a three-year municipal cooperation agreement with the Canandaigua City School District to continue the School Resource Officer (SRO) program. An amendment to reduce the agreement to one year failed. The council also authorized Rainaldi Brothers to apply for redevelopment approvals for 267 South Main Street, approved several special event permits, and accepted the 2021 financial statements.

• Approved 3-year SRO agreement with school district (8-0)
• Amendment to make SRO agreement 1-year failed (3-5)
• Authorized Rainaldi Brothers to apply for redevelopment of 267 South Main St (8-0)
• Approved special event permits for PickleFest, CLWA Ribbon Cutting, and 0.5K Race (8-0 each)
• Accepted 2021 financial statements with accommodation (8-0)
• Authorized $50,000 CDBG grant application for water system study (8-0)
• Appropriated $5,000 for NYSOPRHP grant writing for Sonnenberg Park (7-0)
• Adopted Local Law establishing videoconferencing procedures (7-0)

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission will review seven applications, including a modified architectural approval for a new 82,000 SF YMCA facility, several historic alteration requests, and a public hearing for a short-term rental special use permit. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 8 meeting.

• Application #21-300A: 235 North Bloomfield Road, YMCA, 82,000 SF new facility, modify exterior design approval (tabled from March 8)
• Application #22-171A: 11 Phoenix Street, window replacement (historic alteration)
• Application #22-120: 228 North Main Street, fence and concrete wall removal/replacement (tabled from May 23)
• Application #22-177: 228 North Main Street, driveway widening, roof and garage door replacement
• Public Hearing: Application #22-191, 116 Howell Street, short-term rental special use permit

The Canandaigua Planning Commission approved the architectural design for the new YMCA facility at 235 North Bloomfield Road, with a condition to return for signage approval. The commission also approved several historic alterations, including window replacements at 11 Phoenix Street and 29 South Main Street, and a fence/wall removal at 228 North Main Street. A driveway expansion at 228 North Main Street was partially approved, with the side yard paving denied. The roof replacement portion of that application was tabled.

• Approved YMCA facility design at 235 North Bloomfield Road (6-0)
• Approved window replacement at 11 Phoenix Street with conditions (6-0)
• Approved fence and concrete wall removal at 228 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved driveway widening at 228 North Main Street, denied side yard paving (5-1)
• Tabled roof replacement at 228 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved garage door replacement at 228 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved wall sign at 317 South Main Street with no illumination (6-0)
• Approved short-term rental special use permit at 116 Howell Street (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several items including a three-year School Resource Officer agreement renewal. Discussion topics also include code enforcement, a potential vacancy tax, and special event applications.

• Renewal of School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement for a three-year term
• $358,984 New York State Zero-Emissions Vehicles grant for solar charging stations
• $3,500 appropriation for grant administration by MRB Group
• Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association ribbon cutting at 144 Mill Street
• PickleFest XII tournament at Sonnenberg and Baker Park

The Committee of the Whole approved two special event requests and a grant application for solar charging stations, and voted to move the school resource officer (SRO) agreement to the full Council. The SRO motion passed 4-2, with Councilmembers Lyon and White opposed. The meeting also included a discussion on code enforcement but no formal action was taken.

• Approved Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association ribbon cutting event (unanimous)
• Approved PickleFest event at Sonnenburg and Baker parks (unanimous)
• Approved $358,984 NYS DEC Zero-Emissions Vehicles grant for solar charging stations (unanimous)
• Moved SRO agreement to full Council (4-2, Lyon and White opposed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request to extend a boathouse length and a request regarding ground sign placement.

• Application #22-181: Pier #3, Boathouse #2, requesting a 40-foot total boathouse length
• Application #22-192: 317 South Main Street, requesting a ground sign within 6 feet of the property line

The Zoning Board of Appeals tabled a request by Patrick Walsh to extend his boathouse on Pier 3 to 40 feet, exceeding the 32-foot maximum, after a motion to deny failed 3-2. The board approved a variance for Advanced Endodontic Solutions to install a ground sign 6 feet from the property line at 317 South Main Street, where 10 feet is normally required. Both actions were taken at the June 15, 2022 regular meeting.

• Tabled boathouse extension variance (Application #22-181) to allow applicant to provide additional information (5-0)
• Deny motion for boathouse extension failed (3-2)
• Approved ground sign setback variance at 317 South Main Street (Application #22-192) (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The City Planning Commission will review multiple applications for historic alterations, including window replacements and sign installations. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a minor subdivision at 26 West Gibson Street.

• Public Hearing: Minor Subdivision at 26 West Gibson Street
• Historic Alteration: Window replacement at 11 Phoenix Street
• Historic Alteration: Fence and wall removal at 228 North Main Street
• Historic Alteration: Driveway expansion and roof replacement at 228 North Main Street
• Architectural Review: Sign face replacement at 530 South Main Street

The Canandaigua Planning Commission denied a historic alteration application to replace windows with vinyl at 11 Phoenix Street, citing the need to maintain historic standards. The commission approved several other applications, including a metal roof color choice, a subdivision for the First United Methodist Church, and multiple sign and paving projects.

• Approved metal roof color options 'Charcoal' or 'Musket Grey' at 104 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved amended awning and sign design at 88 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved minor subdivision at 26 West Gibson Street with conditions (6-0)
• Denied vinyl window replacement at 11 Phoenix Street (6-0)
• Approved sign face replacement at 530 South Main Street with conditions (6-0)
• Approved paving expansion at 151 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved wall sign at 232 South Main Street (6-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning and Finance Committees will review a proposed mixed-use redevelopment of the former gas station at 267 South Main Street, presented by Rainaldi Brothers, Inc. They will also discuss a new Rotary Club race event, the 2021 audited financial statement, and grant proposals for park building improvements and a water system study.

• Redevelopment plan for 267 South Main Street: $5M, 3-story, 19,000 sq ft mixed-use building; developer proposes $1 purchase price
• Special event permit for 'Race for the Rest of Us' (Sept 10, 11 AM-2 PM, route along Lakeshore Drive and Kershaw Park)
• 2021 audited financial statement review by Raymond F. Wagner, CPA
• $9,000 proposal from MRB Group for three EPF grant applications for park building redevelopment
• CDBG planning grant application for $50,000 (plus $2,500 local match) for water system engineering report

The Planning Committee approved a redevelopment plan for 267 South Main Street, a former gas station owned by the city, and will send it to the full Council. The Finance Committee approved funding for grant applications for park building improvements and a water system study. The 2021 audited financial statements were reviewed, showing a balanced budget with a 4.61% tax levy increase.

• Approved 'Race for the Rest of Us' event on Sept 10 (unanimous)
• Approved redevelopment plan for 267 South Main Street to full Council (unanimous)
• Approved $9,000 for MRB group to write three EPF grant applications (unanimous)
• Approved pursuing CDBG grant for water system study (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on roof replacements for city facilities and updating local ordinances. The body is also establishing procedures for the use of videoconferencing during public meetings.

• Contract awarded to J&B Installations for Hurley Building roof ($571,000) and Water Resource Recovery Facility roof ($378,000)
• Appropriation of $149,500 from Sewer Fund Capital Reserve for the Water Resource Recovery Facility roof
• Noise Ordinance exception for Peacemaker Brewing Company and Rio Tomatlan concert on October 8, 2022
• Ordinance #2022-002 increasing fines up to $250 for bicycle, skateboard, and scooter violations in the Downtown Business District
• Local Law #2022-004 establishing videoconferencing procedures for public meetings

The Canandaigua City Council awarded a combined $949,000 in roof replacement contracts to J&B Installations for the Hurley Building and Water Resource Recovery Facility, and approved an additional $149,500 appropriation from the Sewer Fund Capital Reserve. The council also granted a noise ordinance exception to Peacemaker Brewing Company and Rio Tomatlan for an October 8 concert, and amended the city code to increase fines for bicycle, skateboard, scooter, and skate violations in the Downtown Business District.

• Awarded $571,000 Hurley Building roof replacement contract to J&B Installations (8-0)
• Awarded $378,000 Water Resource Recovery Facility roof replacement contract to J&B Installations (8-0)
• Appropriated $149,500 from Sewer Fund Capital Reserve for WRRF roof (8-0)
• Granted noise ordinance exception to Peacemaker Brewing Company and Rio Tomatlan for Oct. 8 concert (8-0)
• Amended Chapter 271 to raise fines for bicycle/skateboard/scooter/skate violations to $250 (8-0)
• Set July 7 public hearing on videoconferencing procedures local law (8-0)
• Tabled Local Law 2022-004 on videoconferencing procedures (8-0)
• Approved May 14, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees meet jointly to discuss and recommend action on several items. These include awarding a $949,000 roof replacement bid, a request to install an aerator in Lagoon Park, continued discussion on garbage and recycling toters, a noise ordinance exemption for a Peacemaker Brewing concert, adopting videoconferencing procedures, and potential tree and vacancy tax ordinances.

• Recommend awarding $571,000 Hurley Building and $378,000 WRRF roof bids to J&B Installations, with $149,500 additional Sewer Fund appropriation
• Request to install an aerator in Lagoon Park to control odors near Wegmans
• Continued discussion on phased-in garbage and recycling toter program
• Noise ordinance exemption request for Peacemaker Brewing concert on October 8, 2022
• Draft local law to authorize videoconferencing for public meetings

The Environmental Committee unanimously approved awarding the Hurley Building roof replacement contract to J&B Installations for $571,000, under the $700,000 budgeted. The Ordinance Committee unanimously approved a noise ordinance exemption for Peacemaker Brewing Company's October 8 concert and moved a videoconferencing ordinance to City Council. No final decisions were made on the Lagoon Park aerator, garbage toter replacement, or a private tree regulation ordinance.

• Approved $571,000 Hurley Building roof bid to J&B Installations (unanimous)
• Approved noise ordinance exemption for Peacemaker Brewing Company concert on Oct 8 (unanimous)
• Moved videoconferencing ordinance to City Council (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision at 14 Saltonstall Street with an easement condition, and approved several special use permits for short-term rentals, including at 47 Niagara Street and 552 South Main Street. The commission denied short-term rental applications at 261 Gibson Street and 234 Prospect Street, and denied a historic alteration for a porch at 194 Gibson Street. Several other applications were approved with conditions, and two were tabled.

• Approved minor subdivision at 14 Saltonstall St/256 Center St with easement condition (6-0)
• Denied short-term rental at 261 Gibson St (6-0)
• Approved short-term rental for two apartments at 47 Niagara St (6-0)
• Denied short-term rental at 234 Prospect St (5-1)
• Approved short-term rental at 552 South Main St (6-0)
• Denied historic alteration for porch at 194 Gibson St (6-0)
• Tabled historic alteration for fence at 228 North Main St (6-0)
• Tabled window replacement at 11 Phoenix St (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request to subdivide a residential lot at 26 West Gibson Street and a request to install a solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street.

• Application #22-138: Subdivision of 2,350 SF portion of 26 West Gibson Street for consolidation with First United Methodist Church
• Application #22-151: Installation of a 490 SF solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two area variance applications. The first allows a 2,350 SF portion of a residential lot at 26 West Gibson Street to be subdivided and consolidated with the First United Methodist Church, leaving an undersized residential lot. The second allows a 490 SF solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street, exceeding the 165 SF accessory structure limit. Both approvals were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved area variance #22-138 for lot subdivision at 26 West Gibson Street (6-0)
• Approved area variance #22-151 for 490 SF solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street (6-0)
• Approved April 20, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Noted withdrawal of tabled application #22-070 for Wegmans signage variances

City Council

This agenda is largely procedural, listing the agenda and meeting materials for the City Council meeting on May 12, 2022. A revised agenda PDF is included, but no specific items are detailed in the provided text.

• Agenda adoption
• Revised agenda document

The Canandaigua City Council approved several resolutions, including awarding a $61,700 contract to E-Z Paving for re-painting Baker Park courts and appropriating $263,000 from 2021 surplus for recycling toters, while delaying the purchase of garbage toters for further review. The council also approved amendments to the LDC bylaws, confirmed the City Manager as Climate Smart Task Force Coordinator, authorized signing a Climate Action Pledge, waived the open container ordinance for The Central on Main, awarded a water/wastewater parts contract, established a grace period policy for water/sewer penalties, and passed an ordinance prohibiting left turns off the City Pier. An ordinance amending bicycle/skateboard regulations was tabled.

• Approved $61,700 contract to E-Z Paving for Baker Park court re-painting (9-0)
• Appropriated $263,000 for recycling toters, delayed garbage toter purchase (8-1)
• Approved LDC bylaw amendments allowing board expansion to 9 (8-0, Lyon abstained)
• Confirmed John Goodwin as Climate Smart Task Force Coordinator (9-0)
• Authorized signing Climate Action Pledge (9-0)
• Waived open container ordinance for The Central on Main (9-0)
• Awarded $39,162.94 water/wastewater parts contract to Blair Supply (9-0)
• Passed ordinance prohibiting left turns off City Pier (9-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning and Finance Committees will discuss and potentially recommend action on several items: a proposed ordinance to prohibit left turns from the City Pier, a review of Canandaigua LDC bylaw amendments, and a discussion on preventing trucks from hitting the West Ave Bridge. The Finance Committee will consider awarding a $61,700 contract for Baker Park court resurfacing, appropriating $580,000 for new garbage and recycling toters, and creating a new enterprise fund for solid waste collection. They will also discuss the impact of the 2022-2023 New York State Budget on the city.

• Ordinance #2022-003: Prohibit left turns from City Pier onto Lakeshore Drive
• Award $61,700 contract to E-Z Paving for Baker Park tennis/basketball court resurfacing (exceeds budget by $11,700)
• Appropriate $580,000 from 2021 surplus for 7,200 new 96-gallon toters (3,600 garbage, 3,600 recycling) with RFID tracking
• Discuss creating a Solid Waste and Recycling Enterprise Fund with quarterly fees on water/sewer bills
• Review proposed amendments to Canandaigua LDC bylaws, including board expansion and director terms

The Planning Committee approved a no-left-hand turn sign for traffic leaving the City Pier and approved bylaw changes for director appointments. The Finance Committee awarded a contract for resurfacing tennis and basketball courts at Baker Park and approved a new garbage and recycling toter program with 64-gallon trash and 96-gallon recycling toters. Both items were carried to the full council for final approval.

• Approved bylaw changes for director appointments (unanimous)
• Approved no-left-hand turn sign at City Pier (unanimous)
• Awarded Baker Park courts resurfacing contract to E-Z Paving (unanimous)
• Approved toter program with 64-gallon trash and 96-gallon recycling toters (unanimous)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission denied a major subdivision for 66 dwelling units on Chapel Street (7-0) for failing to meet city subdivision regulations, including an over-length cul-de-sac and missing curbs, sidewalks, lights, and trees. It also denied a Wegmans EV charging station sign application (4-3) and a short-term rental permit at 81 Foster Street (7-0). A historic alteration at 228 North Main Street was tabled for further estimates.

• Denied 66-unit subdivision at Chapel Street (7-0)
• Denied Wegmans EV charging station signs at 345 Eastern Blvd (4-3)
• Denied short-term rental permit at 81 Foster Street (7-0)
• Approved detached garage at 172 North Main (7-0)
• Tabled fence/wall replacement at 228 North Main (7-0)
• Approved demolition of rear portion at 439 North Main (7-0)
• Approved storefront modifications at 101-107 Eastern Blvd (7-0)
• Changed meeting day to 2nd Wednesday starting June 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review four applications regarding area variances. These include requests for larger ground signs, property line setbacks for garages, and a property line readjustment.

• Application #22-070: Wegmans Food Markets (345 Eastern Boulevard) requesting two 9 square foot accessory ground signs
• Application #22-072: Michael Wood (36 Highland Terrace) requesting a garage setback of within 2 feet of the property line
• Application #22-103: John Frasca (14 Saltonstall Street/256 Center Street) requesting a property line readjustment for setbacks under 1 foot
• Application #22-108: Angela Perrotto (121 Park Avenue) requesting to replace a detached garage within 1.3 feet of the property line

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees are reviewing proposals for electric vehicle charging stations and an inflatable aqua park at Kershaw Swim Beach. The meeting also includes discussions on sales tax revenue, public alcohol consumption waivers, and downtown bicycle regulations.

• Potential partnership with Greenspot for EV charging stations with $0 city cost and 10% revenue share
• Estimated ±$25,000 cost for an inflatable aqua park at Kershaw Swim Beach
• Discussion on whether the City should advocate regarding the $4 per gallon motor fuel tax cap
• Proposed waiver of §246 Open Container Ordinance for The Central on Main from May through October
• Continuation of discussion regarding bicycle and scooter regulations in the Downtown Business District

The Environmental Committee unanimously approved signing onto the Climate Solutions Accelerator pledge. The Ordinance Committee unanimously passed a resolution advocating Ontario County not cap gas tax at $4/gallon, approved waiving the open container ordinance for Central on Main, and adopted an amended ordinance banning bikes/skateboards on downtown sidewalks. EV charging station partnership and inflatable aqua park were discussed but not decided.

• Approved signing Climate Solutions Accelerator pledge (unanimous)
• Passed resolution advocating no cap on gas tax (8-1, Uebbing no)
• Approved waiver of open container ordinance for Central on Main (unanimous)
• Adopted amended ordinance banning bikes/skateboards on downtown sidewalks (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed local law to revise the interest and penalty schedule for delinquent real property city taxes. This amendment is intended for the year 2022 only due to economic hardships from the COVID-19 crisis.

• Public hearing on Local Law #2022-003 regarding real property tax interest and penalties
• Proposed revision of delinquent tax schedules for 2022

The Canandaigua City Council unanimously approved Local Law #2022-003, amending the interest and penalty schedule for delinquent real property taxes for 2022 only, in response to COVID-19 economic hardships. The amendment extends the delinquency period from 30 to 60 days after the May 1 due date and reduces monthly penalty rates. The law takes effect immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State.

• Approved Local Law #2022-003 amending delinquent property tax interest/penalties for 2022 (8-0)
• Lifted Local Law #2022-003 from the table unanimously

City Council

This is a procedural City Council meeting agenda. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a revised version of the meeting materials, with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

The Canandaigua City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including a bike share program with HOPR, a $15,000 drone purchase from police asset forfeiture funds, and an engineering contract for the 2023 street reconstruction. They also reallocated funds for the Antis Street project and endorsed the Local Development Corporation's strategic priorities. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the LDC resolution.

• Approved HOPR bike share agreement (8-0)
• Appropriated $15,000 for police drone (8-0)
• Awarded Hunt Engineering $327,625 for 2023 street reconstruction (8-0)
• Reallocated $600,000 surplus and ARPA funds for Antis Street and Hurley roof (8-0)
• Endorsed LDC strategic priorities (7-0, Lyon abstained)
• Created liens for delinquent water/sewer fees (8-0)
• Established $400 petty cash fund for Kershaw Park (8-0)
• Adopted Local Law amending construction codes (8-0)

Boat Inspection / Washing Working Group

The Boat Inspection/Washing Working Group met to discuss updates regarding activities for obtaining and installing a boat washing station. The meeting focused on progress related to the New York State Boat Launch.

• Updates on activities to obtain and install a boat washing station at the New York State Boat Launch

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning and Finance Committees are meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including prioritizing a waterfront active transportation plan, considering zoning rules for cannabis dispensaries, and discussing custom questions for a community survey. The Finance Committee will consider appropriating $600,000 in surplus funds for Antis Street reconstruction, $15,000 for a police drone, changing a laborer position to an operator, and reviewing bids for the 2024 North Bloomfield Road reconstruction design.

• Appropriate up to $600,000 surplus to Capital Fund for Antis Street reconstruction, reallocating ARPA funds from Hurley Building roof
• Appropriate $15,000 from Police Asset Seizure & Forfeiture Reserve for a DJI M30T drone (quoted at $13,999)
• Change vacant Laborer position at Water Resource Recovery Facility to Waste Water Treatment Operator
• Review engineering proposals for North Bloomfield Road reconstruction; bids range from $170,575 to $196,890
• Discuss cannabis zoning requiring retail dispensaries to be at least 1,000 feet apart

The Planning and Finance Committees met jointly on April 5, 2022. The Finance Committee approved reallocating $600,000 in ARPA funds from the Hurley Building roof project to fund Antis Street reconstruction, with the roof project funded from surplus. They also approved purchasing a public safety drone after policy review, a civil service position change, and a contract with Hunt Engineering for 2024 street reconstruction design. The Planning Committee discussed the Waterfront Active Transportation Plan and cannabis zoning but took no formal action.

• Approved Antis Street reconstruction, reallocating $600,000 ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved public safety drone purchase, contingent on policy review (unanimous)
• Approved civil service position change from Laborer to Operator (unanimous)
• Approved Hunt Engineering proposal for 2024 street reconstruction design (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for March 16, 2022, contains no applications for review. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees will hear from HBT Architects on a facility conditions assessment for six parks buildings, discuss a proposed HOPR bike share pilot program, and decide on the future of the July 4th parade and fireworks. The Ordinance Committee will also consider whether to change the downtown bicycle ban. The agenda includes a detailed cost estimate for park building repairs.

• Park building repair costs: Sonnenberg $266,602, Baker $295,631, Jefferson $275,803, Kershaw $121,463, City Pier $33,856, Northeast $41,652
• Discussion of HOPR bike share pilot program funded by grant, advertising, and user fees
• July 4th parade and fireworks: consultant quitting, barge beyond repair, environmental and PTSD concerns
• Ordinance review: §271-4 bans bicycles, skateboards, scooters in Downtown Business District
• HBT Architects report on conditions at Northeast, Baker, Sonnenberg, Jefferson, Kershaw, City Pier Parks

The Environmental Committee unanimously approved a motion for the Business Improvement District (BID) to manage the July 4th parade. Fireworks were discussed but no motion was made, leaving their future undecided. The Ordinance Committee discussed updating the bicycle ordinance for the downtown district, with a draft to be reviewed at the next meeting.

• Approved motion for BID to manage July 4th parade (unanimous)
• No motion on fireworks; discussion only
• Ordinance Committee to draft updated bicycle ordinance for review on April 19th

Boat Inspection / Washing Working Group

The Boat Inspection/Washing Work Group is meeting to discuss next steps for boat inspection and washing, including updates from contacting New York State elected representatives and the NYSDEC. The agenda is brief and focuses on this single topic.

• Discussion on next steps for boat inspection and washing
• Updates from New York State elected representatives
• Updates from NYSDEC

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission approved nine applications, including historic alterations, site plans, and a seasonal tent, all by 6-0 votes. Two applications were tabled because applicants were absent. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting as corrected.

• Approved Good Life Tea sign replacement with condition to remove door sign (6-0)
• Approved Villager Restaurant awning replacement with condition to return for signage approval (6-0)
• Approved Kix on Main wall sign (6-0)
• Approved Abundant Flowers seasonal tent with conditions (6-0)
• Approved Seager Marine modifications for bar/restaurant (6-0)
• Approved Robert Taylor window replacement at 37 South Main (6-0)
• Approved Wildflowers awning replacement and rear wall sign (6-0)
• Approved Sights & Shades wall sign (6-0)

City Council

This is the agenda for the Canandaigua City Council meeting on March 3, 2022. The agenda lists two items: the agenda itself and meeting materials, with a revised version of the agenda PDF also provided. No specific decisions or discussion topics are listed in the supplied text.

• Agenda item: City Council Agenda 03-03-2022
• Meeting materials item: City Council Agenda 03-03-2022 Revised PDF

The Canandaigua City Council approved a 30-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for Savarino Companies to redevelop the vacant Labelon Building at 10 Chapin Street into 48 housing units (40 affordable) and commercial space. The vote was 6-3, with Councilmember White, Councilmember Sutton, and Mayor Palumbo voting no, citing concerns about the PILOT's length and terms. The council also approved several other resolutions, including special event permits, new city positions, and a water study contract.

• Approved 30-year PILOT for 10 Chapin Street redevelopment (6-3)
• Approved Huntington's Walk special event for May 14, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved Finger Lakes Winter Carnival special event for March 18-20, 2022 (9-0)
• Authorized creation of Engineering Aide position (9-0)
• Authorized creation of Senior Clerk position (9-0)
• Awarded $39,000 water rate and plant expansion study to Raftelis (9-0)
• Awarded sludge polymer contract to Polydyne Inc. at $1.51/lb (9-0)
• Adopted amended sign regulations ordinance (9-0)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the site plan modification for the new YMCA facility at 235 North Bloomfield Road, reducing planned parking from 380 to 320 spaces with future expansion possible. The architectural review portion was tabled to allow the applicant to provide more accurate color renderings and material samples. Minutes from February 8, 2022, were approved as corrected.

• Approved site plan modification for YMCA, reducing parking to 320 spaces (6-0)
• Tabled architectural review for YMCA exterior design changes (6-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected (6-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

This is a joint Planning Committee and Finance Committee meeting. The agenda contains only the agenda document and a revised meeting materials packet; no specific action items are listed in the text provided.

• Revised meeting materials packet (REVISED_PCFC_MARCH_1_2022.PDF)

The Finance Committee approved a $39,000 contract with Raftelis for a wholesale water rate and water treatment plant expansion study, funded from a $50K budget. They also approved a sludge polymer bid from Polydyne, Inc. at $1.51 per pound, and approved two civil service positions. A request for $5,000 from the city for the Winter in Canandaigua campaign was discussed but no motion was made, so it was not approved.

• Approved $39,000 water rate and plant expansion study with Raftelis (motion by Cutri, second by Unrath)
• Approved sludge polymer bid from Polydyne, Inc. at $1.51 per pound (motion by Lyon, second by Cutri)
• Approved two civil service positions: Engineering Aide and Senior Clerk (motion by Cutri, second by Unrath)
• Discussed but did not approve $5,000 city contribution to Winter in Canandaigua campaign (no motion made)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request for a residential addition near a property line and a request for a wall sign display.

• Application #22-011: Area Variance for 427 Hawley Drive regarding a rear yard setback
• Application #22-019: Area Variance for 170 South Main Street to display a wall sign

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental Committee is reviewing a draft FEMA Flood Hazard Study for Ontario County and discussing custom questions for the National Community Survey. The Ordinance Committee will review proposed changes to the City Code Enforcement Program following new New York State energy code standards.

• Review of draft FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) database
• Update on sub-committee efforts for state-funded boat washing stations
• Discussion of custom questions for the 2022 National Community Survey
• Presentation of proposed City Code Enforcement Program changes by Corporation Counsel David Hou

The Environmental Committee discussed the FEMA flood map update, a boat inspection and washing proposal, and the upcoming National Community Survey. The Ordinance Committee unanimously approved a motion to adopt amended state code and energy standards, sending the ordinance to the next Council meeting. No final decisions were made on the flood maps or boat washing.

• Adopted amended Uniform Code and Energy Code standards, motion to send to next Council meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed FEMA Flood Hazard Study Update; no action taken
• Discussed boat inspection and washing sub-committee proposal; no action taken
• Discussed National Community Survey; no action taken

City Council

The provided meeting documents contain only the agenda and meeting materials without specific discussion topics or proposed actions. No legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the source text.

The council unanimously approved a 30-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for Savarino Companies to redevelop the vacant Labelon Building at 10 Chapin Street into 48 housing units, 40 of which would be affordable, plus about 12,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. The council also adopted a local energy code (NYStretch Energy Code-2020) by an 8-1 vote, with Mayor Palumbo dissenting. A proposed sign regulation update was introduced and passed unanimously, and a public hearing on it was scheduled for March 3.

• Approved 30-year PILOT agreement for 10 Chapin Street redevelopment (9-0)
• Adopted Local Law #2022-001, NYStretch Energy Code-2020 (8-1, Mayor Palumbo opposed)
• Passed Ordinance #2022-001 amending sign regulations (9-0)
• Set March 3 public hearing on sign ordinance (9-0)
• Authorized renewal of county-wide highway mutual aid agreement (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 3 and Jan 18 meetings (9-0)

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Planning Committee unanimously voted to move forward a 30-year, 10% shelter rent PILOT request from Savarino Companies for the $21 million redevelopment of the vacant Labelon Building at 10 Chapin Street. The project would create 48 housing units, with 40 classified as moderately affordable. The Finance Committee separately approved a five-year renewal of the Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement. The PILOT request will now go before the full City Council for a resolution.

• Moved PILOT request for 10 Chapin Street redevelopment forward to full Council (unanimous)
• Approved five-year renewal of Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled community survey discussion to next meeting

Boat Inspection / Washing Working Group

The Boat Inspection/Washing Work Group, formed by the Environment Committee, is meeting to determine whether the City should require boat inspections and washing before launching into Canandaigua Lake, to prevent the spread of invasive species. The agenda includes only this discussion item; no decisions are listed.

• Discussion on whether the City should ensure boats are inspected and washed before launching into Canandaigua Lake
• Focus on preventing spread of invasive species into the lake

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application from B & G HOLDINGS LLC. The applicant is requesting a use variance to operate an office in the C-2A Zone District where ground floor offices are not permitted.

• Application #21-420: Use variance for 230 South Main Street

The Canandaigua Zoning Board of Appeals denied a use variance application (21-420) by B & G Holdings LLC to operate an office at 230 South Main Street in the C-2A Zone District, where ground-floor offices are not permitted. The board voted 4-3 to deny, citing failure to demonstrate a lack of reasonable return and that the variance would alter the essential character of the neighborhood. The meeting also included organizational actions, such as re-electing Joseph Bader as Chair and Carol Henshaw as Vice Chair, and setting regular meetings for the third Wednesday of each month.

• Denied use variance for office at 230 South Main Street (4-3)
• Re-elected Joseph Bader as Chair (7-0)
• Re-elected Carol Henshaw as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Set regular meetings for third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM (7-0)
• Authorized Chair to call special meetings as needed (7-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 minutes (7-0)

Environmental Committee & Ordinance Committee

The Environmental Committee and Ordinance Committee are meeting jointly to discuss several items. The Environmental Committee will hear a proposal for a Huntington Disease awareness walk, discuss a potential leadership role in boat inspection and washing to prevent invasive species in Canandaigua Lake, and review draft climate vulnerability, natural resources, and greenhouse gas inventories. The Ordinance Committee will review draft changes to the city's sign ordinance.

• Special event: Walk for Huntington Disease on May 14, 2022, 9 AM-12 PM, downtown sidewalks
• Discussion on boat inspection and washing at NYS Boat Launch and marinas to prevent invasive species
• Review of draft Climate Vulnerability Assessment, Natural Resources Inventory, and Greenhouse Gas Inventory
• Review of draft Sign Ordinance changes for constitutional compliance

The Environmental and Ordinance Committees met virtually on January 18, 2022, to discuss agenda items but took no formal votes. The Environmental Committee heard a proposal for a Walk for Huntington Disease, discussed a boat inspection and washing initiative for Canandaigua Lake, and received draft climate assessments. The Ordinance Committee reviewed a draft sign ordinance amendment. No decisions were made.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting
• Discussed special event permit for Walk for Huntington Disease (proposed May 14, 2022)
• Discussed boat inspection and washing initiative for Canandaigua Lake
• Reviewed draft climate vulnerability, natural resources, and greenhouse gas inventories
• Reviewed draft sign ordinance amendment

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution regarding the 2022 City Assessment Roll. The proposal aims to reduce the need for certain residents to file renewal applications for tax exemptions.

• Resolution #2022-002: Authorizing the Assessor to grant 2022 exemptions to senior citizens and individuals with disabilities and limited income who received them in 2021

The Canandaigua City Council unanimously approved Resolution #2022-002, authorizing the City Assessor to grant 2022 property tax exemptions to seniors and individuals with disabilities who received them in 2021, without requiring renewal applications, as permitted by Governor Hochul's Executive Order No. 11. The Assessor may still require a renewal if circumstances change, such as a change of residence or ownership. The meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved Resolution #2022-002 authorizing Assessor to grant 2022 tax exemptions without renewal applications (9-0)

City Planning Commission

The Canandaigua Planning Commission held its organizational meeting, electing a chair and vice chair and establishing its meeting schedule. The regular meeting agenda included 11 applications, but the minutes do not record any decisions on them; the document is procedural only.

• Elected Chair and Vice Chair for 2022
• Established meeting schedule
• Authorized Chair to call special meetings

Planning Committee & Finance Committee

The Canandaigua Planning Committee and Finance Committee are holding a joint meeting. The agenda consists of the agenda document itself and a revised meeting materials document from a previous meeting. No substantive decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Agenda adoption
• Review of revised meeting materials from January 5, 2021

The Planning and Finance Committees met jointly and approved several measures. The Planning Committee unanimously passed a motion requiring the Canandaigua Local Development Corporation (CLDC) to revise its proposed bylaw amendments to clarify board member qualifications before bringing them to City Council. The Finance Committee unanimously moved forward a resolution to waive renewal requirements for senior and disability property tax exemptions for 2022, and also voted to adopt a local law extending the city tax payment deadline by 30 days without interest or penalties.

• Approved motion requiring CLDC to clarify board member qualifications in bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to waive renewal requirements for senior (467) and disability (459-c) tax exemptions for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adopt local law extending city tax payment deadline by 30 days for 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting its biennial organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint standing committees. The council also passed a resolution to hold a public hearing regarding a proposed local energy code based on NYStretch standards.

• Election of City Council President
• Appointment of Standing Committees
• Appointment of City Historian Lynn Paulson
• Public hearing for Local Law #2022-001 regarding the NYStretch Energy Code-2020
• Appointments to the Board of Assessment Review, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals

The Canandaigua City Council held its organizational meeting, adopting rules and procedures for 2022, electing a council president, and making appointments. It also set a public hearing for February 3, 2022, on a proposed local law to adopt the NYStretch Energy Code-2020. The council approved several appointments and resolutions, all by unanimous votes.

• Adopted City Council Rules and Procedures for 2022 (9-0)
• Elected Nicholas Cutri as Council President (9-0)
• Approved standing committee assignments (9-0)
• Designated Daily Messenger as official newspaper (9-0)
• Appointed Lynn Paulson as City Historian (9-0)
• Appointed Ellen Polimeni as BID representative (9-0)
• Set public hearing for Feb. 3, 2022 on NYStretch Energy Code local law (9-0)
• Appointed Emily Palumbos, Richard Manley, Ryan Wilmer to boards (9-0)