Cortland public meetings in 2021

Common Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural placeholders and does not list any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the December 21, 2021, meeting.

The Cortland Common Council approved all 13 resolutions on the agenda, including a $35,000 agreement with the Fire Department Board of Engineers, a local law amending C2-9, and a contract for grass/snow removal. They also set dates for future public hearings on solar farm zoning and cannabis dispensaries. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved $35,000 fire services agreement (5-0)
• Approved contract with Matt Taylor for grass/snow removal (5-0)
• Approved local law amending C2-9 (5-0)
• Approved contract for FY 2020 Housing Rehabilitation Grant (5-0)
• Approved new wards as recommended by county planning (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Chobani waste acid whey agreement (5-0)
• Approved grant for Parker School Early Education Center (5-0)
• Approved supplemental agreement for Gateway Project Phase I (6-0)

Police Commission

The Commission will review previous minutes, bills, and reports. The agenda includes discussions on old business such as American Recovery funds and recruitment updates, alongside new business regarding positions and equipment.

• Review of American Recovery funds
• Discussion of recruitment updates
• Discussion of new positions
• Discussion of new equipment

Historic or Architectural Review Board

The Historic or Architectural Review Board will meet to review applications for signage at 105 Main St. and 8 Main St., as well as a facade change at 22 Main St.

• Signage review for 105 Main St. (McDowell)
• Signage review for 8 Main St. (Larsen)
• Facade review for 22 Main St. (Larsen)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider an area variance request regarding setbacks for the property located at 220-226 Port Watson St. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes.

• Area Variance for setbacks at 220-226 Port Watson St. (GB-2)

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request for five area variances for a proposed 24-hour business at 220-226 Port Watson St., with a 2-3 vote. The board approved a special use permit for a digital sign at 24-26 Port Watson St. and approved the November 8, 2021 minutes. The meeting also noted the need for new board members due to Commissioner Scott Steve's departure.

• Denied area variances for 220-226 Port Watson St. (2-3)
• Approved special use permit for signage at 24-26 Port Watson St. (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 8, 2021 (6-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting with supporting documents that include 2020 Census results and a redistricting presentation, along with a document outlining ward options for the City of Cortland. The agenda itself contains no listed action items, only references to these supporting materials, indicating the meeting will focus on discussion of ward boundaries based on new census data.

• 2020 Census results and redistricting presentation
• 2021 City of Cortland wards option document

The Common Council adopted the 2022 General Fund, Water Fund, and Wastewater Fund budgets, setting the General Fund tax levy at $9,297,300 (a 2% increase). The council also approved several amendments to the General Fund, including removing a pay increase for the Mayor, adding $20,000 for animal removal, and hiring two additional police officers. Items #3-#6 and #17-#21, concerning personnel and department reorganization, were tabled until January 18, 2022.

• Adopted 2022 General Fund Budget with $9,297,300 tax levy (8-0)
• Adopted 2022 Water Fund Budget (8-0)
• Adopted 2022 Wastewater Fund Budget (8-0)
• Removed Mayor's pay increase from $25,000 to $30,000 (6-2)
• Failed to remove Council pay increase from $5,000 to $10,000 (2-6)
• Approved $20,000 from sales tax for animal removal (7-1)
• Approved hiring 2 additional Police Officers (7-1)
• Tabled personnel and department reorganization items until Jan 18, 2022 (4-3)

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting and public hearing to review two property applications: a site plan/special use request for a driveway at 60 Madison St. and a subdivision lot line adjustment for 40, 42, 44 Cleveland St. The commission will also handle new/old business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• Site Plan Review/Special Use for 60 Madison St. (Monenus) — driveway, R1 district
• Subdivision for 40, 42, 44 Cleveland St. (Bergeron) — lot line adjustment, GB-1 district
• Public hearing held in Council Chambers, 25 Court St.

The Cortland Planning Commission approved a site plan and special use application for a two-family residence at 60 Madison St., allowing a new driveway on the opposite side of the house after the shared driveway was discontinued. The commission also approved a simple subdivision of land at 40, 42, 44 Cleveland St. Both approvals were unanimous with 4-0 votes. The meeting also included reading a letter from the Gillette Skirt Factory and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approved site plan for 60 Madison St. driveway (4-0)
• Approved special use for 60 Madison St. (4-0)
• Approved subdivision at 40, 42, 44 Cleveland St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 25, 2021 (4-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will review reports and bills and discuss old business including American Recovery funds and accreditation. The body will also address new business regarding civil service interviews and a meeting with the Mayor Elect.

• Civil Service Interviews
• American Recovery funds
• Accreditation review
• Recruit update
• Meeting with Mayor Elect

The Police Commission approved the September meeting minutes and November bills totaling $26,276.94. They reviewed various reports, including training, vehicle maintenance, overtime, and detective cases, with no major issues noted. In old business, they discussed using American Recovery funds for new cars, ongoing accreditation work, and a retirement in progress. In new business, they interviewed six candidates for civil service positions and discussed a meeting with the mayor-elect.

• Approved the minutes of the September meeting.
• Approved November bills totaling $26,276.94.
• Approved the reports as presented.
• Discussed ordering cars using American Recovery funds.
• Reviewed accreditation status, with evaluation scheduled for late January.
• Interviewed 6 candidates for civil service positions and started background investigations.
• Discussed a meeting with the mayor-elect regarding negotiations.
• Adjourned at 11:35 a.m.

Common Council

The Cortland Common Council is meeting to review its agenda and supporting documents, including a final draft financial statement for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2020. The meeting appears to be primarily procedural, with no specific action items listed beyond agenda approval.

• Review of final draft financial statement for FY 2020 (dated 11/1/2021)

The Common Council approved a resolution adopting funding priorities for American Rescue Plan funds totaling $1,158,000, covering items like park equipment, city hall updates, police vehicles, and a DPW plow truck. The council also approved multiple FEMA grant applications for the Fire Department, including a $511,000 regional SCBA purchase and a $750,000 fire apparatus replacement. Several items were tabled, including zoning changes and a health insurance eligibility policy, to future meetings. All votes were 6-0.

• Adopted $1.158M American Rescue Plan funding priorities (6-0)
• Approved FEMA AFG grant application for $511,000 SCBA purchase with 10% match (6-0)
• Approved FEMA AFG grant application for $750,000 fire apparatus replacement with 5% match (6-0)
• Approved FEMA AFG grant application for $200,000 portable radios with 10% match (6-0)
• Approved FEMA AFG grant application for $450,000 EMS equipment and training with 5% match (6-0)
• Tabled zoning changes resolution until December 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Tabled civil service classification modification until December 7, 2021 (6-0)
• Tabled health insurance eligibility policy until January 4, 2022 (6-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider two area variance requests: one for a side yard setback at 3 Cleveland St. (R2 district) and one for setbacks at 220-226 Port Watson St. (GB-2 district). The board will also handle old/new business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• Area variance for side yard setback at 3 Cleveland St. (R2)
• Area variance for setbacks at 220-226 Port Watson St. (GB-2)

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for a rear addition and deck at 3 Cleveland St., and tabled a variance request for 220-226 Port Watson St. at the applicant's request. The board also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2021 meeting.

• Approved area variance for 3 Cleveland St. addition (4-0)
• Tabled area variance for 220-226 Port Watson St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2021 (4-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review bills, reports, and updates on recruitment and accreditation. The body will discuss new business including negotiations, the holiday schedule, and civil service matters.

• Negotiations
• Civil Service Agility
• American Recovery funds
• Auctions International payment
• Recruit update

The Cortland Police Commission approved the September minutes and bills totaling $33,131.62, and approved the monthly reports. They discussed parking issues downtown due to SUNY students and new apartments, and noted that only 11 of 21 passed the initial agility exam, with 3 more passing the retest. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved September minutes (motion by Hansen, second by Starr)
• Approved September bills totaling $33,131.62 (motion by Starr, second by Michales)
• Approved monthly reports (motion by Hansen, second by Michales)
• Noted 4 police vehicles retired/auctioned, funds for maintenance or new vehicles 2022
• Discussed parking issues downtown; no action taken
• Discussed recruitment: 14 passed agility, written test results pending; 4 spots reserved for Corning Academy

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to review five site plan applications. Four involve parking lot expansions (three by Armideo) and one is a multi-unit project, plus a driveway proposal. The commission will also handle new/old business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• 52 Prospect Terrace (Armideo) – parking lot expansion, R-1
• 15 Graham Ave. (Armideo) – parking lot expansion, R-1
• 99 Tompkins St. (Armideo) – parking lot expansion, R-2
• 61 East Ave. (Fragnoli) – multi-unit, R-2
• 60 Madison St. (Monenus) – driveway, R-1

The Cortland Planning Commission unanimously denied site plan reviews for parking lot expansions at 52 Prospect Terrace, 15 Graham Ave., and 99 Tompkins St. (all 7-0). The applicant for 61 East Ave. withdrew their multi-unit application. A driveway proposal at 60 Madison St. was tabled until next month, and a special use permit for Mr. Pace was approved (6-1).

• Denied site plan review for parking lot expansion at 52 Prospect Terrace (7-0)
• Denied site plan review for parking lot expansion at 15 Graham Ave. (7-0)
• Denied site plan review for parking lot expansion at 99 Tompkins St. (7-0)
• Withdrew application for multi-unit site plan review at 61 East Ave.
• Tabled site plan review for driveway at 60 Madison St. until next month (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for Mr. Pace (6-1)

Common Council

The provided agenda for the October 19, 2021, meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for discussion or decision.

The Cortland Common Council approved a $25 million general obligation bond to fund reconstruction of Homer Avenue and adjoining water, sewer, and storm water infrastructure. The council also approved transferring Parker School from the school district to the city and authorized related steps for its rehabilitation into an early education center. A rezoning of property on River Street from R-1 to GB-1 was approved, and a resolution to adopt American Rescue Plan funding priorities was tabled until November 16.

• Approved $25M bond for Homer Avenue infrastructure (8-0)
• Approved Parker School transfer from school district to city (6-2)
• Authorized RFP for Parker School rehabilitation (7-1)
• Authorized contract selection for Parker School work (7-1)
• Approved rezoning River Street property from R-1 to GB-1 (6-2)
• Tabled American Rescue Plan funding priorities until Nov. 16 (8-0)
• Approved 1-year extension with Bert Adams Disposal at $300/ton (8-0)
• Approved $5,000 police budget transfer from gasoline to vehicle maintenance (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider two variance requests. The board will review a use variance for a driveway at 60 Madison St. and an area variance for a house addition at 5 N. Atkins St., followed by old/new business, minutes, and adjournment.

• Use variance for driveway at 60 Madison St. (R1) for a 2-family residence, addressing lot coverage and side vegetative strip
• Area variance for house addition at 5 N. Atkins St. (R1), addressing side vegetative strip
• Public hearing open to residents concerned about the items

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals approved two area variances at its October 18, 2021 meeting. The first variance allows a driveway at 60 Madison St. with conditions, and the second permits an addition at 5 N. Atkins St. Both were approved unanimously (4-0). The board also approved the minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved area variance for driveway at 60 Madison St. with 1ft strip on east side and west side returned to green space (4-0)
• Approved area variance for house addition at 5 N. Atkins St. as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 13, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Landscape & Design Committee

The Cortland Landscape and Design Commission is meeting via Zoom to approve prior minutes and plan spring 2022 tree planting. They will also discuss recent tree concerns and other business. The agenda is mostly routine, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Approve July 14, 2021 minutes
• Plan spring 2022 tree planting
• Discuss recent tree concerns/notes

The Landscape and Design Commission approved the July 14, 2021 minutes and planned 20 trees for spring 2022 using National Grid funds, plus 8 Arbor Day trees with NYSEG funds. They discussed tree removals on several streets, including nine on Washington St. for a water line project, and noted a $1,000 check from National Grid for 2021 plantings. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved July 14, 2021 minutes (motion by Paradine, second by Dexter)
• Planned 20 spring 2022 trees with National Grid 10,000 Trees and Growing funds
• Planned 8 Arbor Day trees with NYSEG funds
• Noted one tree on Bartlett St. is fine; another to be removed by City
• Noted one tree removal on Randall St. and trimming of another
• Noted nine tall trees to be removed on Washington St. for water line project
• Received $1,000 check from National Grid for 2021 tree program

Common Council

The Cortland Common Council is meeting to consider its agenda and supporting documents, including the proposed 2022 general fund budget. The meeting appears to be primarily procedural, with no specific action items listed beyond agenda approval and budget review.

• Review of 2022 proposed general fund budget

The Common Council approved several resolutions, including lifting the hiring freeze for two new police patrol officers, transferring funds for wastewater equipment repairs, and canceling a loan agreement with Cortland Rural Cemetery. The purchase of Parker School and related resolutions were tabled until the October 19 meeting, as was the adoption of American Rescue Plan funding priorities. Public hearings were held on rezoning, street abandonment, and the Parker School purchase, with no decisions made on those items.

• Approved resolution to lift hiring freeze for 2 new police patrol officers (6-0)
• Approved resolution to hire 2 new police patrol officers (6-0)
• Approved transfer of $50,198.53 from Waste Water's Fund Reserve for equipment repair (6-0)
• Approved cancellation of loan agreement with Cortland Rural Cemetery, forgiving all advances and interest (5-1)
• Approved resolution for DPW to design and renovate dumpster corral in Groton Avenue/Orchard Street parking lot (6-0)
• Approved contract modification with NYS DEC for Food Rescue & Reuse project (6-0)
• Tabled Parker School purchase and related resolutions until October 19 (6-0)
• Tabled American Rescue Plan funding priorities until October 19 (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on several site plan reviews involving driveway and parking expansions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding recommended zoning code changes and the elimination of certain allowed uses in the Floodway Overlay District.

• Site Plan Review for 44 Clayton Ave. (driveway expansion)
• Site Plan Review for 213 Tompkins St. (addition of 2nd floor)
• Site Plan Review for 52 Prospect Terrace, 15 Graham Ave., and 99 Tompkins St. (parking lot expansions)
• Special Use Permit for 24-26 Port Watson (digital sign)
• Discussion on eliminating Floodway Overlay District allowed uses

The Cortland Planning Commission approved several site plans, special use permits, and subdivisions, and recommended code changes to the Common Council. One site plan was tabled, and three items were tabled at the applicant's request. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Tabled site plan review for 44 Clayton Ave. driveway expansion (7-0)
• Approved site plan for 213 Tompkins St. 2nd floor addition with paved parking (7-0)
• Tabled site plan reviews for 52 Prospect Terrace, 15 Graham Ave., and 99 Tompkins St. at applicant's request (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for digital sign at 24-26 Port Watson (7-0)
• Approved special use permit for ancillary parking at 159-161 Homer Ave (7-0)
• Approved subdivision consolidating land at 21 Rosewood Ave (7-0)
• Approved subdivision splitting parcel at 43 East Ave into two lots (7-0)
• Approved code changes to go to Council for final approval (7-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review bills, reports, and old business regarding accreditation and American Recovery funds. New business items include COVID-19 vaccination percentages and protocols, as well as civil service exams.

• Review of American Recovery funds
• COVID-19 protocol and vaccination percentages
• Civil Service Exam
• Auctions International
• Accreditation status

The Cortland Police Commission approved the August minutes, bills totaling $22,198.25, and various reports. They discussed training gaps, vehicle maintenance, and a year-to-date budget. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved August meeting minutes
• Approved August bills totaling $22,198.25
• Approved reports as presented
• Discussed officer training gaps and planned follow-up
• Reviewed vehicle maintenance and auction of old K-9 car
• Noted increase in calls, MVAs, and mental health calls
• Discussed COVID protocols and 85% vaccination rate
• Requested executive session and adjourned

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on September 21, 2021. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and supporting documents, with no specific items detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with no substantive decisions or discussions specified in the provided text.

The Common Council approved several resolutions, including lifting the police hiring freeze and hiring a substitute crossing guard, transferring $96,932 for IT infrastructure, and moving dumpsters from Haskell Place. They also tabled resolutions on canceling a cemetery loan and adopting ARP funding priorities, and set public hearings for October 5 on the Parker School purchase, River St. rezoning, and Alvena Avenue abandonment.

• Approved minutes from September 7, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved special event permit for 'Cortland for Reproductive Choice' (7-0)
• Authorized 12-month natural gas supply agreement with Direct Energy (7-0)
• Approved local law adding three-way stop at CESD entry/Valley View Drive (7-0)
• Expanded Police Commission from 3 to 5 members (7-0)
• Lifted police hiring freeze and hired substitute crossing guard (7-0)
• Transferred $96,932 for IT infrastructure replacement (7-0)
• Moved dumpsters from Haskell Place to Groton Ave parking lot (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing to consider three variance requests: a use variance for a two-family dwelling at 72 Floral Ave., an area variance for a rear yard setback at 37-39 N. Main St., and area variances for setbacks and parking layout for a proposed Byrne Dairy, deli retail store, and fueling facility at 220-226 Port Watson St. The board will also conduct old/new business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• Use variance for 2-family dwelling at 72 Floral Ave. (R1)
• Area variance for rear yard setback at 37-39 N. Main St. (CB)
• Area variances for setbacks and parking layout for Byrne Dairy, deli, and fueling facility at 220-226 Port Watson St. (GB-2)

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied a use variance for 72 Floral Ave to keep it as a two-family dwelling, suggesting the owner appeal to the Mayor and Common Council for rezoning. The board approved an area variance for 37-39 N. Main St. to develop a parking area with 12 spots and related improvements. A third application for 220-226 Port Watson St. (Byrne Dairy) was tabled for up to 60 days. The board also approved the August 9, 2021 minutes and decided to continue meeting in person.

• Denied use variance for 72 Floral Ave (2-family dwelling) by 5-0 vote.
• Approved area variance for 37-39 N. Main St. (parking area, 12 spots, drainage) by 5-0 vote.
• Tabled area variance for 220-226 Port Watson St. (Byrne Dairy) for up to 60 days by 5-0 vote.
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 by 5-0 vote.
• Board opted to continue meeting in person.

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda with no listed action items. The Common Council meeting includes only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

• Agenda document for September 7, 2021
• Supporting documents packet

The Common Council approved several routine resolutions, including appointing Sam Adams to fill the First Ward council seat until December 31, 2021, and accepting donations for the Youth Bureau. Two items were tabled: a resolution to cancel a loan agreement with Cortland Rural Cemetery and a resolution to adopt American Rescue Plan funding priorities. A discussion on the Parker School project and ward redistricting was held, but no decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 17, 2021 (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Kat McCarthy as First Ward Councilmember (4-0)
• Appointed Sam Adams to First Ward Council seat until Dec 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Changed title of Youth Bureau hire to Recreation Supervisor (5-0)
• Approved CNY Wellness Festival special event application (5-0)
• Waived fees for CNY Wellness Festival (5-0)
• Accepted $1,930 in donations for Porch Fest (5-0)
• Tabled resolution to cancel Cortland Rural Cemetery loan agreement (6-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review bills, reports, and ongoing administrative matters. The agenda includes discussions on American Recovery funds and the retirement of Knapp.

• American Recovery funds
• Knapp-Retirement
• Accreditation
• Recruitment and Civil Service List
• C.O.P.S Position

The Cortland Police Commission approved the July meeting minutes and June bills totaling $61,173.64, which included discussion of purchasing three new MVR cameras for police vehicles. Reports were approved, covering topics like a low vehicle maintenance budget, a rise in mental health calls, and an increase in arrests. The Commission also discussed old business, including a public hearing on expanding the Commission from 3 to 5 members, and new business, including the potential use of American Recovery funds for new cars and officer stipends.

• Approved the minutes of the July meeting
• Approved June bills totaling $61,173.64
• Approved the reports as presented
• Discussed purchasing 3 new MVR cameras for police vehicles
• Discussed the possibility of suspending routine vehicle maintenance in October
• Discussed the Mayor looking into allowing an officer recovering from Covid to use Covid time instead of sick time
• Discussed a public hearing at the next council meeting to increase Police Commission members from 3 to 5
• Discussed the potential use of American Recovery funds for new cars and officer stipends

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review a site plan for Byrne Dairy at 220-226 Port Watson St. and a subdivision for the Gillette Skirt Factory at 159 & 161 Homer Ave. The body will also consider a Public Service Agreement for a digital billboard at 208 Tompkins St. and recommend zoning code changes regarding above-ground gas tanks and Air B&Bs to the Common Council.

• Site plan review and variance recommendation for Byrne Dairy at 220-226 Port Watson St.
• Subdivision lot line move for Gillette Skirt Factory at 159 & 161 Homer Ave.
• Subdivision lot line move for Thomas at 198 Central Ave.
• Approval of café tables (2 tables, 4 chairs) for Firecrest at 13 Groton Ave.
• PSA approval for digital billboard at 208 Tompkins St.

The Planning Commission approved the Byrne Dairy site plan at 220-226 Port Watson St., contingent on receiving an area variance from the ZBA, and declared a negative SEQR declaration. They also approved two lot-line subdivisions, a café table permit, and made several recommendations to the Common Council, including not allowing Air B&Bs and not changing the code for above-ground gas tanks.

• Approved Byrne Dairy site plan contingent on ZBA variance (5-0)
• Approved SEQR negative declaration (5-0)
• Approved lot-line subdivision at 159 & 161 Homer Ave. (5-0)
• Approved lot-line subdivision at 198 Central Ave. (5-0)
• Approved café tables at 13 Groton Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended against code change for above-ground gas tanks
• Recommended against allowing Air B&Bs
• Approved zoning officer's code change recommendations

Common Council

The provided agenda contains only procedural placeholders and does not list any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for this meeting.

The Common Council approved a tentative agreement with the CPFFA (firefighters union) after entering executive session on labor negotiations. All resolutions passed unanimously, including approving the Mayor's Executive Order, a special event application with a COVID safety plan amendment, hiring a substitute crossing guard, lifting hiring freezes for police and DPW positions, and setting public hearing dates for September 7, 2021. No public comments were made, and public hearings on zoning and the Executive Order had no speakers.

• Approved minutes from August 3, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Mayor's Executive Order (6-0)
• Approved Chamber Open House Bash special event application with COVID safety plan amendment (6-0)
• Approved hiring substitute crossing guard (6-0)
• Approved lifting police hiring freeze for substitute crossing guard (6-0)
• Approved lifting DPW hiring freeze for Sewer Heavy Equipment Operator (6-0)
• Set public hearing for September 7 on E203 and Police commission membership
• Set public hearing for September 7 on Valleyview Drive all-way stop

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on Aug. 9, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall. The agenda lists four variance requests: a use variance for a two-family dwelling at 72 Floral Ave., an area variance for a setback at 37-39 N. Main St., an area variance for building restoration at 32 Miller St., and an area variance for a Byrne Dairy, deli retail store, and fueling facility at 220-226 Port Watson St. The board will also handle old/new business, minutes, and adjournment.

• 72 Floral Ave. (R1) – Use variance for a 2-family dwelling
• 37-39 N. Main St. (CB) – Area variance for setback
• 32 Miller St. (GB-2) – Area variance for restoration of building
• 220-226 Port Watson St. (GB-2) – Area variance for construction of a Byrne Dairy, Deli retail store, & fueling facility

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for a mixed-use building at 32 Miller St. with a sidewalk extension (3-1). A use variance for 72 Floral Ave. was tabled pending financial information, and an area variance for 220-226 Port Watson St. was tabled. The item for 37-39 N. Main St. was pulled because the applicant no longer needed a variance.

• Approved area variance at 32 Miller St. with sidewalk extension (3-1)
• Tabled use variance at 72 Floral Ave. until next meeting (4-0)
• Pulled area variance at 37-39 N. Main St. (4-0)
• Tabled area variance at 220-226 Port Watson St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 16, 2021 (4-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on August 3, 2021. It lists only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific items detailed. The meeting appears to be routine, with decisions or discussions not specified in the provided text.

The Common Council approved multiple resolutions, including lifting the hiring freeze to fill police and DPW vacancies, accepting a $10,000 donation for the Suggett Park basketball court renovation, and approving a fire department cost recovery local law. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The council also discussed but did not vote on Air BNB/VRBO regulations, zoning code changes, and American Rescue Plan fund allocation.

• Approved minutes from July 20, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved chicken BBQ for Porch Fest (6-0)
• Accepted $10,000 donation from Bailey Place Ins. for Suggett Park basketball court (6-0)
• Approved 'Community Matters' Fair in Suggett Park on Sept 5, 2021 (6-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze for police to fill two positions (6-0)
• Approved police to fill vacancy from Officer Jesse Abbott's retirement and a second position (6-0)
• Approved 911 Ceremony street closure on Sept 11 (6-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze and approved hiring for Water Distribution Maintenance Worker and MEO Heavy Sewer Operator (6-0)

Planning Commission

The City of Cortland Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting and public hearing to review five site plan applications and one subdivision request. Items include a Byrne Dairy site, a multi-unit residential conversion, a project staging area, a parking lot, and a lot line adjustment.

• 220-226 Port Watson St. — Byrne Dairy site plan review and variance recommendation
• 32 Miller St. — Gillette Skirt Factory multi-unit residential structure
• 69 Huntington St. — One Source Power project staging area
• 39 N Main St. — Mydlenski 130'x46' parking area
• 12 Pearl St. — Gregory subdivision to move lot line

The Cortland Planning Commission tabled the Byrne Dairy site plan review at 220-226 Port Watson St. until the next meeting after a commissioner raised concerns about traffic and environmental issues. The commission approved site plan reviews for 32 Miller St. (Gillette Skirt Factory multi-unit residential), 69 Huntington St. (One Source Power staging area), 39 N Main St. (Mydlenski parking area), and a subdivision at 12 Pearl St. (Gregory). All approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Tabled Byrne Dairy site plan review at 220-226 Port Watson St. (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for 32 Miller St. multi-unit residential, pending ZBA variances (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for 69 Huntington St. staging area, with parking review in 12 months (5-0)
• Approved site plan review for 39 N Main St. parking area, with condition to move 4ft from building (5-0)
• Approved subdivision at 12 Pearl St. to move lot line (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 28, 2021 (5-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review bills, reports, and ongoing business regarding accreditation and recruitment. The body will also discuss new business concerning a personnel injury and a C.O.P.S. position.

• Review of bills and reports
• Discussion on accreditation and recruitment
• Personnel injury
• C.O.P.S. position

The Cortland Police Commission approved the June meeting minutes and bills totaling $36,870.98. They reviewed reports on budget, vehicle maintenance, sick time, overtime, and other activities, noting issues like vehicle aging and increased mental health calls. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved June meeting minutes with note about Comm. Starr being excused
• Approved June bills totaling $36,870.98
• Approved reports as presented, with request to renumber reports

Common Council

The provided text for the Cortland Common Council meeting on July 20, 2021, lists only the titles of two PDF documents: 'AGENDA.07.20.2021.PDF' and 'CC SUPPORTING DOC. 2021.07.20.PDF'. No specific resolutions, ordinances, or discussion topics are included in the source text, so no decisions or proposals can be summarized.

The Cortland Common Council denied an exotic pet permit for a baby Ball Python at 86 Clinton Ave (0-5) after an apartment owner refused consent, and tabled a chicken permit request at 16 Willow Ave until August 3. The council approved all other resolutions, including appointments to boards, surplus bicycle disposal, and grant applications for Homer Avenue infrastructure upgrades.

• Approved minutes from July 6, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Appointed Steven Broyles to Wastewater Advisory Board for 3-year term (5-0)
• Appointed Thomas Spandhuer to Zoning Board of Appeals for 3-year term (5-0)
• Appointed Priscilla Mantey and Thomas Kraft to Cortland Housing Authority for 2-year terms starting Aug 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Allowed police to declare remaining bicycles after annual sale as surplus (5-0)
• Denied exotic pet permit for baby Ball Python at 86 Clinton Ave (0-5)
• Tabled exotic pet permit for chickens at 16 Willow Ave until Aug 3, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved hiring Deputy Superintendent at DPW with salary range $60,000-$72,000 (5-0)

Landscape & Design Committee

The commission will review the June 9, 2021 minutes and discuss planning for the Spring 2022 Tree Program. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding recent tree concerns.

• Approval of June 9, 2021 minutes
• Spring 2022 Tree Program planning
• Discussion of recent tree concerns/notes

Historic or Architectural Review Board

The Historic and/or Architectural Review Board is meeting to review five property applications for signage and facade work on Main Street and Central Avenue. The board will decide on these items and handle minutes and old/new business.

• 79 Main St. (Troyer): signage and facade review
• 33 Main St. (Zues): facade review
• 31 Main St. (Zeus): facade review
• 35 Main St. (Decker): facade review
• 37-39 Central Ave. (Becker): facade review

The Historic and Architectural Review Board approved all five facade and signage proposals at its July 13, 2021 special meeting. Each item was approved unanimously (4-0). The board also approved the minutes from the June 8, 2021 meeting and noted that lettering at 89 Main St. had been removed as previously requested.

• Approved signage and temporary facade painting at 79 Main St. (Troyer) (4-0)
• Approved new windows and door at 33 Main St. (Zeus) (4-0)
• Approved trim and window updates at 31 Main St. (Zeus) (4-0)
• Approved door and trim replacement at 35 Main St. (Decker) (4-0)
• Approved storefront and window replacement at 37-39 Central Ave. (Becker) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Public Works & Public Safety Commission

The Cortland Public Works & Public Safety Commission reviewed parking, truck, and street issues. They tabled a proposal to abandon part of Alvena Street pending answers on utilities and fees, and denied a speed adjustment for Salisbury after discussing a resident petition and traffic data.

• Tabled Guthrie Medical Center's proposal to abandon the eastern portion of Alvena Street
• Denied speed adjustment for Salisbury; one member abstained
• Discussed illegal truck parking on Pendleton St; KIK Corp. will alert carriers
• No changes to Groton Ave parking lot permits due to ongoing construction
• Approved May 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The Cortland Public Works & Public Safety Commission tabled a proposal to abandon the eastern portion of Alvena Street, pending answers on stormwater fees, utility responsibilities, and snow removal. The board denied a request to adjust the speed limit on Salisbury Street, instead suggesting a non-regulatory speed sign. Minutes from May 11, 2021, were unanimously approved.

• Approved minutes from the May 11, 2021 DPW Board meeting unanimously.
• Tabled the abandonment of the eastern portion of Alvena Street as proposed by Guthrie Medical Center, pending clarification on stormwater fees, utility responsibilities, and snow removal.
• Denied a speed adjustment for Salisbury Street, with M. Doughty abstaining, and suggested a non-regulatory speed sign instead.
• Discussed but did not change parking permits in the Groton Ave Parking Lot, citing ongoing construction and need for more usage data.
• Noted KIK Corporation will alert carriers to stop illegal truck parking on Pendleton St; board will ask Natrium to rely on communication rather than legislation.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing on July 12, 2021, at 5:30 pm in City Hall. The sole item on the agenda is a request for a use variance to allow a two-family dwelling at 72 Floral Avenue in an R1 zone. The board will also handle old/new business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• Public hearing on use variance for 2-family dwelling at 72 Floral Ave (R1 zone)

Common Council

The provided text lists only the meeting date and file names for the agenda and supporting documents. It does not contain the specific items, resolutions, or discussions planned for the Cortland Common Council meeting.

The Common Council approved a $21,000 annual contract with Dudesolutions for an electronic work-order system and lifted the hiring freeze for a new DPW Deputy Superintendent. All 13 resolutions passed unanimously (7-0), including approvals for the Brockway Truck Show, police bicycle sale, and budget amendments. A public hearing was set for July 20 on a proposed local law to recover costs for fire and EMT calls.

• Approved $21,000/year Dudesolutions work-order system contract (7-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze for DPW Deputy Superintendent position (7-0)
• Approved Brockway Truck Show special event application and fee waiver (7-0)
• Approved police bicycle sale at Armory on July 10, proceeds to Veterans Memorial Park (7-0)
• Tabled exotic pet permit for chickens at 16 Willow Ave until July 20 (7-0)
• Amended 2021 budget: +$14,000 sales tax revenue, +$14,000 police professional services (7-0)
• Transferred $39,614 from Waste Water Fund reserve for truck dump body replacement (7-0)
• Set July 20 public hearing on fire/EMT call cost recovery local law

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom to review seven site plan applications, including a storage shed for the Salvation Army, a preliminary review for Byrne Dairy, and a seasonal snack bar. The commission will also handle new/old business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• 138 S Main St. — Salvation Army storage shed to back parking lot
• 220-226 Port Watson St. — Byrne Dairy preliminary site plan review
• 107-109 Homer Ave. — seasonal snack bar
• 15 Pleasant St. — façade change of door, windows, siding
• 32 Miller St. — multi-unit residential structure

The Cortland Planning Commission approved site plans for a storage shed at 138 S Main St., a seasonal snack bar at 107-109 Homer Ave. (contingent on County Planning and DEC recommendations), a façade change at 15 Pleasant St., additional parking at 20 Kennedy Pkwy., and a food trailer at 16 Court St. It also recommended to Common Council the rezoning of a parcel at 220-226 Port Watson St. for Byrne Dairy, and recommended an area variance to the ZBA for a multi-unit residential project at 32 Miller St. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved site plan for storage shed at 138 S Main St. (Salvation Army) as presented.
• Recommended to Common Council the rezoning of an R-2 parcel at 220-226 Port Watson St. for Byrne Dairy.
• Approved site plan for seasonal snack bar at 107-109 Homer Ave., contingent on positive County Planning recommendation and satisfying DEC recommendations.
• Approved site plan for façade change at 15 Pleasant St. (Cortland Apts.) as presented.
• Recommended an area variance to the ZBA for multi-unit residential project at 32 Miller St. (Gillette Skirt Factory).
• Approved site plan for additional parking at 20 Kennedy Pkwy. (Armideo) as presented.
• Approved site plan for food trailer at 16 Court St. (Cortland Beer) as presented.
• Approved minutes of May 24, 2021 meeting.

Police Commission

The Police Commission will review bills and reports and discuss old business regarding grievances, vehicles, and iTouch. New business includes discussions on accreditation and hiring for a desk position and three new officers for 2022.

• Discussion of hiring for a desk position
• Planning for 3 new officers in 2022
• Review of recruitment trainings
• Discussion of accreditation
• Review of bills and reports

The Cortland Police Commission approved the April bills totaling $15,319.35 and the minutes of the May meeting. Reports on budget, vehicle maintenance, sick time, overtime, and other activities were reviewed and approved. The commission discussed ongoing issues including an unpaid iTouch Biometrics invoice (now paid), a grievance over sergeant overtime that may go to arbitration, and the status of new hires and accreditation.

• Approved April bills totaling $15,319.35
• Approved minutes of the May meeting
• Approved reports as presented
• Discussed unpaid iTouch Biometrics invoice (resolved and paid)
• Noted grievance over sergeant overtime may go to arbitration if not resolved by July 2
• Hired civilian contractor for accreditation at $14,000
• Requested 3-month extension from Accreditation Board
• Eliminated courtesy parking tickets; overtime parking limit reduced from 3 to 2 hours

Common Council

The Cortland Common Council is meeting to review the agenda and supporting documents, including the 2021 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Review of 2021 budget document
• Review of supporting documents

The Common Council approved a $995,000 contract with BCA Architects & Engineers to design the Groton Avenue reconstruction project, which is expected to cost about $8 million and be completed by 2025. The council also approved several other resolutions, including special event permits and fee waivers, exotic pet permits, and grant applications. A resolution to change the mayor's term to four years was approved, and a resolution to amend an accountant's salary was approved with one dissenting vote. The council tabled a workers' compensation agreement until July 6.

• Approved Resolution #167: Authorized mayor to contract with BCA Architects & Engineers for Groton Ave design ($995,000).
• Approved Resolutions #151-157: Approved special event applications and fee waivers for Porch Fest, Overdose Awareness Vigil, Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fundraiser, and Reunion for the Ages Benefit Concert.
• Approved Resolutions #158-159: Approved exotic pet permits for chickens at 216 Main St. and 11 Halbert St.
• Approved Resolution #160: Approved street closure on Harrington Ave for a graduation party on July 16.
• Approved Resolution #161: Approved subordination of a City mortgage for 15 Hamlin St.
• Approved Resolutions #162-166: Authorized submission of CDBG, CDBG-CARES, Main Street, and Smart Growth grant applications.
• Approved Resolution #170: Approved local law to change mayor's term to four years.
• Approved Resolution #175: Amended accountant salary to $70,000 effective May 1, 2021 (6-1).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom to consider three items: a side-yard setback variance for a ramp at 4 Otter Creek, a preliminary review for Byrne Dairy at 220-226 Port Watson, and an area variance for front-yard parking at 119 ½ Pendleton St. The board will also handle old/new business, approve minutes, and adjourn.

• Ramp variance for side yard setback at 4 Otter Creek (Gellatly)
• Preliminary review for Byrne Dairy at 220-226 Port Watson
• Area variance for front-yard parking at 119 ½ Pendleton St (Contento)

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two area variances: one for a ramp at 4 Otter Creek and one for front-yard parking at 119 1/2 Pendleton St. Both were approved unanimously (4-0). The board also approved the minutes from May 10, 2021, and announced future meetings will be in-person at The Armory starting in July.

• Approved ramp variance at 4 Otter Creek (side yard setback) as submitted (4-0).
• Approved area variance for front-yard parking at 119 1/2 Pendleton St as submitted (4-0).
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2021 (4-0).
• Adjourned meeting (4-0).

Landscape & Design Committee

The Landscape and Design Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss the Spring 2021 tree planting summary, along with recent tree concerns and notes. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approve May 12, 2021 minutes
• Spring 2021 tree planting summary
• Recent tree concerns and notes

Historic or Architectural Review Board

The Cortland Historic and/or Architectural Review Board is meeting via Zoom on June 8, 2021. The agenda includes a single item: a color change request for the property at 23 Tompkins St. The board will also review minutes and handle old and new business.

• Color change request for 23 Tompkins St. (Armideo)

The Historic and/or Architectural Review Board approved a color change for the house at 23 Tompkins St., with a specific palette of Van Deusen Blue, Monterey White, and New London Burgundy, and the entry door and porch left unpainted. The board also approved the same color scheme for the carriage house. Minutes from May 11, 2021, were approved, and the board discussed potentially meeting in person at a Main St. location.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved color change for 23 Tompkins St. house as presented (4-0)
• Approved color scheme for carriage house copying front house (4-0)
• Discussed potential in-person meeting location on Main St. (no formal action)

Common Council

The Cortland Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution to co-host and approve a Juneteenth special event on Saturday, June 19 from 5-9 PM (event 6-8 PM). The agenda contains only this single item, so the meeting is focused solely on this decision.

• Resolution to co-host and approve Juneteenth event applications
• Event date: June 19, 2021, 5-9 PM (event 6-8 PM)

The Common Council unanimously approved five resolutions to co-host and support two special events: Juneteenth on June 19 and 'In Praise of Diversity' on June 6. All resolutions passed 6-0, including waiving fees and covering insurance for Juneteenth, and approving the special event application and fee waiver for the diversity event.

• Approved co-hosting Juneteenth event on June 19 (6-0)
• Approved waiving fees for Juneteenth (6-0)
• Approved city covering insurance for Juneteenth (6-0)
• Approved special event application for 'In Praise of Diversity' on June 6 (6-0)
• Approved waiving fees for 'In Praise of Diversity' (6-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review personnel updates, vehicle matters, and local law. The agenda includes discussions on grants and body cameras under new business.

• Personnel updates regarding cadets, grievances, and hiring
• Discussion of body cameras
• Review of grants
• Review of bills and reports

The Cortland Police Commission approved the April meeting minutes and bills totaling $37,933.638. The commission reviewed various reports including year-to-date budget, vehicle maintenance, sick time, overtime, and detective cases. No substantive policy decisions were made; updates were provided on personnel, vehicles, local law changes, and grants.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion by Hansen, second by Starr)
• Approved April bills totaling $37,933.638 (motion by Starr, second by Hansen)
• Approved reports as presented (motion by Hansen, second by Starr)
• Noted unpaid iTouch Biometrics invoice ($20,570) pending system issue resolution
• Reviewed lease buyout of three 2017 vehicles for $21,000
• Discussed local law change to increase Police Commissioners from 3 to 5; one recommendation to be presented to Common Council
• No candidates hired from lateral transfer interviews held on 5/26
• Discussed potential body cameras, costing $100,000+ per year plus IT support

Planning Commission

The City of Cortland Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom. The commission will conduct preliminary and site plan reviews for three properties, including a revision to the Guthrie Cortland site plan, new offices for scrap processing, and seasonal food service. The agenda also includes new/old business, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• 34 West Main St. preliminary review: Guthrie Cortland site plan revision
• 119 ½ Pendleton St. site plan review: offices for scrap processing
• 107-109 Homer Ave. site plan review: seasonal food service

The Cortland Planning Commission approved a revised site plan for 34 West Main St. (Guthrie Cortland), adding a locked and gated access drive on West Main St., a handicapped-accessible sidewalk, and reconfiguring the Alvena Ave. drive and Cancer Center parking lot. They also recommended abandoning Alvena Ave. to the Common Council and PDW Board. Additionally, they approved a site plan for offices at 119 ½ Pendleton St. and tabled a seasonal food service application for 107-109 Homer Ave. pending county review.

• Approved revised site plan for 34 West Main St. with access drive and parking changes (4-0)
• Recommended abandonment of Alvena Ave. to Common Council and PDW Board (4-0)
• Declared 119 ½ Pendleton St. project as Type 2 SEQR, no action needed (4-0)
• Approved site plan for offices at 119 ½ Pendleton St. (4-0)
• Tabled site plan for 107-109 Homer Ave. until next meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 26 meeting (4-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on May 18, 2021. It lists only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific items, decisions, or discussions detailed. The meeting appears to be routine with no substantive agenda items provided.

• Agenda document (AGENDA.05.18.2021.PDF)
• Supporting documents (CC SUPPORTING DOC. 2021.05.18.PDF)

The Common Council unanimously approved a budget amendment allocating $1.69M in state CHIPS, EWR, PaveNY, and Touring Route funds for street repairs and equipment. The council also approved hiring Nic Dovi as Superintendent of Public Works at a salary not exceeding $95,000, and authorized employment agreements for deputy chiefs in the police and fire departments. All 18 resolutions passed unanimously with 7-0 votes.

• Approved $1.69M state road funding budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved hiring Nic Dovi as Superintendent of Public Works, salary up to $95K (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement with Police Deputy Chief David Guerrera (7-0)
• Approved employment agreement with Fire Deputy Chief Michael Ten Kate (7-0)
• Approved $16,886.68 in Youth Bureau donations (7-0)
• Amended CDBG loan for 40-42 Main St, extending repayment to 2026 (7-0)
• Approved VFW Memorial Day street closure (7-0)
• Approved Loaves and Fishes outdoor seating May 25-Aug 19 (7-0)

Landscape & Design Committee

The Landscape and Design Commission is meeting to approve the previous month's minutes, plan spring 2021 tree planting, and discuss recent tree concerns or notes. The agenda is brief and contains no specific proposals or dollar amounts.

• Approve April 14, 2021 minutes
• Spring 2021 tree planting planning
• Recent tree concerns/notes

The Landscape and Design Commission approved the March 10, 2021 minutes and made plans for May 2021 tree planting, including marking sites and excavating root flares. They also noted that one of three serviceberries planted in 2020 was uprooted and will be replaced this year. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved March 10, 2021 minutes (motion by Paradine, second by Dexter)
• Planned May 2021 tree planting at sites where trees were removed
• Scheduled excavation of root flares by Jim Maloney and Tim Ticknor (Nelson) at Water Works
• Comms. Dexter and Batzing to mark planting sites following UFPO markings
• Replaced uprooted serviceberry from 2020 with another serviceberry this year

Historic or Architectural Review Board

The Historic and/or Architectural Review Board is meeting via Zoom to elect a chair and vice-chair, appoint a secretary, and discuss the facade of the 1890 house at 37 Tompkins St. The agenda also includes minutes, old/new business, and adjournment.

• Elect a Chair
• Elect a Vice-Chair
• Appoint Devon Rainbow as Secretary
• 37 Tompkins St. (1890 House) facade review

The board approved repairs to the 1890 Carriage House at 37 Tompkins St., including replacing rotted exterior components, repairing windows, and repainting in existing colors. It also elected officers and a secretary, and noted that 23 Tompkins St. will not demolish the Carriage House but will paint the main house.

• Approved repairs to 1890 Carriage House at 37 Tompkins St. (4-0)
• Elected Linda Kline as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Richard Stock as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Appointed Devon Rainbow as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 (4-0)

Public Works & Public Safety Commission

The Cortland Public Works & Public Safety Commission is meeting to discuss several traffic and parking items, including possible No Standing/Parking signs on Pendleton Street, re-evaluating permitted parking spots in the Groton Ave Parking Lot, and a speed bump on Salisbury Street. The board will also discuss recommendations for appointing the Department of Public Works Superintendent. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion on No Standing/Parking signs on Pendleton St (between E Court St & RR Station)
• Re-evaluate permitted parking spots in Groton Ave Parking Lot (Hollywood Restaurant)
• Speed bump on Salisbury St due to speeding cars and no sidewalks
• Recommendations for appointing DPW Superintendent

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom. The only listed item is an area variance request for a property at 229 Tompkins St., concerning fence height and setback. The agenda also includes old/new business, minutes, and adjournment.

• Area variance for fence height and setback at 229 Tompkins St. (Reeners)

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for 229 Tompkins St., allowing a 5-foot-high fence and increased setback for a proposed 30-unit senior housing development. The board also approved the minutes from the April 12, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved area variance for 229 Tompkins St. (fence height and setback) (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on May 4, 2021. It lists only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific items or decisions detailed.

The Common Council approved all 19 resolutions on the agenda, including the purchase of 45 sets of firefighter bunker gear for $191,243, a $4.55 million bond for water treatment plant improvements, and a $600,000 fund transfer from the Wickwire Pool project to the Fire Station Windows project. The council also lifted the hiring freeze for a Youth Services Specialist, accepted a $4,195 K9 fundraiser donation, and approved a temporary pay increase for the acting Superintendent of Public Works. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved $191,243 purchase of 45 sets of firefighter bunker gear (6-0)
• Approved $4.55M bond for water treatment plant improvements (6-0)
• Approved $600,000 transfer from Wickwire Pool project to Fire Station Windows project (6-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze for Youth Services Specialist (6-0)
• Accepted $4,195 K9 fundraiser donation to Police Department (6-0)
• Approved $250/week extra pay for acting Superintendent of Public Works (6-0)
• Approved summer hours MOA with CSEA (6-0)
• Approved Dairy Day parade permits and fee waiver (6-0)

Wastewater Treatment Board

The Wastewater Treatment Board is meeting to approve minutes from January, hear reports from the superintendent and plant manager, approve bills and financial statements, and elect a chairman and vice chairman. The meeting is being held via Zoom.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes from January 25, 2021
• Superintendent's report
• Plant Manager's report
• Approval of bills and abstracts dated Jan-March 2021
• Election for Chairman and Vice Chairman

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom to review site plans for temporary fireworks sales at 160 Clinton Ave. and 206 Tompkins St. The agenda also includes new/old business, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Site plan review for tent sales of fireworks at 160 Clinton Ave.
• Site plan review for tent sales of fireworks at 206 Tompkins St.
• Public hearing via Zoom (Meeting ID: 923-566-4700)

The Cortland Planning Commission approved all three applications on the agenda: two temporary fireworks retail tents at 160 Clinton Ave. and 206 Tompkins St., and a special use permit and site plan for a nursery at 31 River St. The nursery's site plan approval is conditional on obtaining variances from the ZBA and moving bunkers inward 20 feet. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved temporary fireworks tent at 160 Clinton Ave. (5-0)
• Approved temporary fireworks tent at 206 Tompkins St. (5-0)
• Approved special use permit for nursery at 31 River St. (5-0)
• Approved site plan for nursery at 31 River St. with conditions (5-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review bills, reports, and personnel matters. The agenda includes discussions on hiring, discipline, and updates regarding EO203.

• Review of bills and reports
• Personnel discussions including hiring, promotions, and discipline
• EO203 updates
• Vehicle and schedule review

The Cortland Police Commission approved the March bills totaling $45,708.88 and the March meeting minutes. The Chief reported the promotion of Lt. David Guerrera to Deputy Chief and Sgt. Cheyenne Cute to Uniform Lieutenant, effective April 26. The commission also discussed personnel updates, including new hires and lateral transfers, and reviewed various reports.

• Approved March bills totaling $45,708.88
• Approved March meeting minutes
• Removed Report 1 from the report file
• Requested removal of 'Property Stolen' and 'Property Recovered' categories from Other Activities Report
• Promoted Lt. David Guerrera to Deputy Chief, effective April 26
• Promoted Sgt. Cheyenne Cute to Uniform Lieutenant, effective April 26

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on April 20, 2021. The agenda lists only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific items for decision or discussion.

The Common Council approved multiple resolutions including adopting a new plumbing code, buying out and re-leasing police vehicles, and authorizing agreements with the CSEA union and PWOA. The council also tabled the Cortland Arts Connect Festival application until May 4, 2021, and discussed potential uses for $1,000,000 in federal funds. All votes were unanimous with 7 ayes and 0 nays.

• Adopted local law for plumbing code (Article 214) (7-0)
• Approved buyout of 3 police SUV leases for ~$21,889.45 (7-0)
• Approved new 5-year lease for 3 police SUVs at $17,000/year (7-0)
• Tabled Cortland Arts Connect Festival application until May 4, 2021 (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign agreement with Corporation Counsel Ric VanDonsel (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to sign agreement with Director Mack Cook (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to enter MOU with CSEA Union (7-0)
• Authorized mayor to extend PWOA agreement through Dec 31, 2021 (7-0)

Landscape & Design Committee

The Landscape and Design Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss spring 2021 tree planting plans, along with recent tree concerns. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approve March 10, 2021 minutes
• Spring 2021 tree planting planning
• Recent tree concerns/notes

Public Works & Public Safety Commission

The Cortland Public Works & Public Safety Commission voted to recommend installing an all-way stop at the Valley View Drive entrance/exit to Cortland Jr/Sr High School, based on a traffic study by C&S Engineers. The board also discussed but tabled a request to study changing the Alvena Avenue and Homer Avenue intersection to a 3-way stop with LED signage, pending a DOT study. The meeting was held via Zoom and included approval of previous minutes.

• Recommended all-way stop at Valley View Drive @ Cortland Jr/Sr High School entrance/exit
• Tabled request for DOT study on Alvena Avenue @ Homer Avenue 3-way stop with LED signage
• Approved minutes from December 8, 2020 DPW Board meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom to consider two area variance requests. The board will decide on a shed in the side yard at 9 Maple Ave. and a second driveway at 167 Madison St. The agenda also includes old/new business, minutes, and adjournment.

• 9 Maple Ave. (Jackson) – Area variance for a shed in the side yard
• 167 Madison St. (Kuklis) – Area variance (R-1) for construction of a 2nd driveway

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals approved an area variance for Donna Jackson to replace an 8x8-foot shed with a smaller 8x6-foot shed at 9 Maple Ave. The board denied Nancy Kuklis's request for a second 8-foot driveway at 167 Madison St, citing property size and Fire Commission approval concerns. The board also approved minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting.

• Approved area variance for 9 Maple Ave to replace shed with smaller 8x6-foot shed (4-0)
• Denied area variance for 167 Madison St to add second 8-foot driveway (4-0)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Common Council

The Cortland Common Council is meeting on April 6, 2021, with an agenda that includes several supporting documents for review. The items cover a city park use form for an event called Luminaria 21, a solar project (MC Solar), a public health emergency plan, a police department document, and youth bureau donations. The agenda itself is minimal, listing only these documents without detailed descriptions of actions to be taken.

• City park use form for Luminaria 21 event
• MC Solar project document
• NYS public employer public health emergency plan (March 2021)
• Police department document
• Youth bureau donations document

The Common Council approved all 16 resolutions on the agenda, including lifting hiring freezes and making promotions in the Fire and Police Departments, hiring new officers, and authorizing a solar feasibility lease with Davis Hill Development LLC. Public hearings were held on extending the Mayor's and Council terms to four years, with one resident speaking in opposition. The Council also set public hearing dates for April 20 on a plumbing code, sign regulations, and the sale of 79 River St.

• Approved minutes from March 16, 2021 (Resolution #72).
• Approved Relay for Life special event application for Oct 2, 2021 (Resolution #73).
• Approved $100 donation to Youth Bureau in memory of Fran Tokar (Resolution #74).
• Lifted hiring freeze and made promotions/hires in Fire Department (Resolutions #75-78).
• Lifted hiring freeze and made promotions/hire in Police Department (Resolutions #79-82).
• Approved sale of 10 impounded vehicles as scrap for $2,467.50 (Resolution #83).
• Declared DPW equipment surplus for auction (Resolution #84).
• Authorized option to lease agreement with Davis Hill Development LLC for solar feasibility at Rosen Property (Resolution #87).

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom. The main items are a site plan review for 155 Tompkins St. and a discussion regarding 76 River. The meeting also includes new/old business, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Site plan review for 155 Tompkins St.
• Discussion of 76 River

The Planning Commission approved a site plan review for 155 Tompkins St., allowing the applicant to replace the current sign with an illuminated one. The project was determined to be a Type 2 action, requiring no State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR). The commission also discussed declaring 79 River St. surplus for sale to an adjacent homeowner, and noted ongoing discussions about a solar project on Locus Ave. and a project at 31 River St.

• Approved Type 2 SEQR determination for 155 Tompkins St. sign replacement (5-0).
• Approved site plan for illuminated sign at 155 Tompkins St. (5-0).
• Agreed to move forward with sale of 79 River St. as surplus property.
• Discussed solar project on Locus Ave. and 31 River St.; no action taken.

Common Council

This agenda contains only the agenda document itself and a supporting documents file, with no listed resolutions, public hearings, or discussion items. The meeting appears to be procedural boilerplate with no substantive decisions or proposals visible in the provided text.

• No specific items listed beyond agenda and supporting documents

The Common Council unanimously approved resolutions to lift the hiring freeze, approve Mayor Tobin's recommendation of Deputy Chief Paul Sandy for Police Chief, and authorize an agreement with him. The council also approved the city's response to Governor's EO203, a $48,000 miscellaneous revenue budget, and several other resolutions, all by 8-0 votes.

• Approved minutes from March 2, 2021 meeting (8-0)
• Approved exotic pet permit for 5 chickens at 161 Elm St. (8-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze for new Police Chief (8-0)
• Approved Mayor's recommendation of Paul Sandy for Police Chief (8-0)
• Authorized agreement with Paul Sandy as Chief of Police (8-0)
• Transferred $3,851.50 to Police Clothing line (8-0)
• Recognized $7,250.00 in donations to Community Oriented Policing Trust Account (8-0)
• Adopted 2021 Miscellaneous Revenue Budget of $48,000 (8-0)

Landscape & Design Committee

The Landscape and Design Commission will meet via Zoom to approve prior minutes, plan spring 2021 tree plantings (including funding and volunteers), and discuss recent tree concerns such as the condition of 2020 plantings and the YWCA linden tree removal plan. Other items include a tree inventory and a Tree City USA webinar.

• Spring 2021 tree planting planning with National Grid and Chesapeake Bay funding sources
• Greenbush St. gas line area planting
• Condition of 2020 tree plantings
• Status of YWCA linden tree removal plan
• Tree City USA webinar on March 18 at 10 a.m.

The Landscape and Design Commission approved the September 9, 2020 minutes and discussed spring 2021 tree planting, including funding arrangements for Chesapeake Bay trees. They agreed to prune the disfigured oak at 4 Church St. rather than replace it. No formal votes were recorded on substantive items.

• Approved September 9, 2020 minutes (motion by Paradine, second by Dexter)
• Agreed to prune oak at 4 Church St. instead of replacing it
• Approved 2020 10,000 Trees and Growing trees for $450 credit (by consulting arborist Jim Maloney)

Common Council

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The Common Council approved all 17 resolutions on the agenda, including submitting two Community Development Block Grant applications for a Microenterprise Assistance Program and a Housing Rehabilitation Program. The council also adopted an updated Code Fee Schedule starting July 1, 2021, and lifted hiring freezes to fill several positions. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved minutes from February 16, 2021 meeting.
• Authorized Mayor to sign and submit two Community Development Block Grant applications for Microenterprise Assistance and Housing Rehabilitation programs.
• Accepted a $500 donation from Todd & Michelle Funk for the Youth Center.
• Authorized Mayor to sign a MOU with SUNY UPD.
• Adopted an updated Code Fee Schedule starting July 1, 2021.
• Authorized indefinite loan of a Gamewell Alerting Mechanism to the CNY Living History Museum.
• Transferred $5,467.00 for new police ballistic vests and appropriated $2,504.80 in scrap sales for firearms training.
• Lifted hiring freezes to hire an Accountant and an Account Clerk, and retained Bonadio & Company LLP and Inserio & Company, CPA, LLP for financial services.

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet via Zoom to discuss personnel updates and community survey results. The body will also review bills, reports, and Executive Order 203.

• Community Survey Results
• EO 203
• Personnel updates regarding retirements and transfers
• Review of bills and reports

The Cortland Police Commission approved the January minutes, bills totaling $22,079.28, and various reports. Personnel updates included retirements, a transfer, and new hires, with a temporary roster increase approved by the Common Council. The Chief announced his retirement effective March 19, and the commission discussed upcoming chief interviews and a delayed awards ceremony.

• Approved January meeting minutes as corrected
• Approved January bills totaling $22,079.28
• Approved reports including budget, vehicle maintenance, overtime, and others
• Noted personnel changes: retirements, transfer, and new hires
• Common Council approved temporary roster increase for hiring
• Awards ceremony scheduled for March 5, 2021, with Police Officer of the Year announcement

Common Council

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The Common Council approved resolutions to lift hiring freezes for the Fire and Police Departments, promote a firefighter to captain, hire a new firefighter and police officer, and authorize a FEMA SAFER grant application for four additional fire/code enforcement personnel. The council also approved a mortgage subordination for 45 Floral Avenue, supported Cortlandville's objection to aquifer mining expansion, and authorized a letter of intent for an EV fast-charging station. Two solar lease option items were removed from the agenda.

• Approved minutes from Feb 2, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved mortgage subordination for 45 Floral Avenue (7-0)
• Lifted hiring freeze for Fire Department (6-0)
• Promoted a Firefighter to Captain (6-0)
• Hired a new Firefighter effective March 11, 2021 (6-0)
• Authorized FEMA SAFER grant application for 4 firefighters ($1,166,387.52) (6-0)
• Authorized letter of intent for EV fast-charging station downtown (7-0)
• Supported Cortlandville's objection to aquifer mining expansion (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Cortland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom. The board will elect a chair and vice-chair, appoint a secretary, and consider an area variance application for signage at 20 Kennedy Pkwy. The agenda also includes old/new business, minutes, and adjournment.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Devon Rainbow as Secretary
• Area variance (R4) for signage at 20 Kennedy Pkwy (Armideo)

The Zoning Board of Appeals elected officers, approved a ground sign variance for an apartment complex at 20 Kennedy Pkwy, and authorized a letter to Corporation Counsel about work at 83 Groton Ave. All votes were unanimous except the letter motion, which passed 5-0.

• Elected Scott Steve as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Maria Manning as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Devon Rainbow as Secretary (6-0)
• Approved area variance for ground sign at 20 Kennedy Pkwy with condition that replacement bulbs match wattage (6-0)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (6-0)
• Authorized Chair to write letter to Corporation Counsel regarding 83 Groton Ave (5-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on February 2, 2021. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and supporting documents, including a contract document, with no specific action items or discussion topics detailed.

• Agenda adoption
• Supporting documents review
• Contract document included

The Common Council approved all resolutions on the agenda, including awarding a $851,420.27 contract for Phase I of the Northeast Gateway and Clinton Avenue Corridor Enhancement Initiative to Lancaster Development & Tully Construction Company. The council also tabled a solar lease agreement with Davis Hill Development until February 16, 2021, to have more say over ownership. A public hearing on CDBG applications was held with no speakers.

• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting (8-0)
• Approved Corn Ducky Derby special event application for May 1, 2021 (8-0)
• Accepted $500 donation to Youth Bureau from Thomas J. Michales (8-0)
• Approved Red Jug Pub alleyway outdoor seating use (8-0)
• Authorized mayor to execute DRI/DOS grant administration contract with Thoma Development, not to exceed $19,000 annually (8-0)
• Designated Nicole Bennett as Registrar of Vital Statistics for two-year term (8-0)
• Approved re-appointments to various boards and commissions (8-0)
• Awarded $851,420.27 contract for Northeast Gateway Phase I to Lancaster Development & Tully Construction (8-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission reviewed December bills and budget reports, noting a 15.8% year-to-date budget overage. The body discussed personnel changes, including several retirements and the hiring of one new officer.

• Approved December bills totaling $20,465.11
• Reported year-to-date budget overage of $605,203
• Discussed changing parking limits to 4 hours on some streets and 5 hours in lots
• Hired Paige Kinner to replace Officer Derrick Edick
• Scheduled a February 3, 2021 meeting to discuss Governor's Executive Order 203

Planning Commission

The Cortland Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting and public hearing via Zoom. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice-chair, appointing a secretary, and reviewing site plans for 236 Main St. and 37-39 Port Watson St. The meeting also includes new/old business and approval of minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Devon Rainbow as Secretary
• Site Plan Review for 236 Main St. (CAPCO)
• Site Plan Review for 37-39 Port Watson St. (Gallow)

The Cortland Planning Commission held a regular meeting via Zoom, elected Joe McMahon as Chair and Jim Reeners as Vice-Chair, and appointed Devon Rainbow as Secretary. The commission approved site plan reviews for 236 Main St. (CAPCO) contingent on submitting a scaled parking plan, and for 37-39 Port Watson St. (Gallow). All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Elected Joe McMahon as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Jim Reeners as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Appointed Devon Rainbow as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved site plan review for 236 Main St. (CAPCO) contingent on scaled parking plan (4-0)
• Approved site plan review for 37-39 Port Watson St. (Gallow) (4-0)

Common Council

This is a procedural agenda for the Cortland Common Council meeting on January 19, 2021. It contains only the agenda and supporting documents, with no specific business items, resolutions, or discussions listed.

The Common Council approved a $589,800 contract with The Window Specialists for fire station window repair/replacement, and authorized applications for multiple FEMA grants for fire equipment. They also lifted the police hiring freeze and approved hiring three officers, and accepted a $15,000 donation for basketball court refurbishment at Suggett Park.

• Approved $589,800 fire station window contract (5-0)
• Authorized FEMA AFG grant applications for SCBA ($511,000), air compressor ($50,000), and fire apparatus ($675,000)
• Lifted police hiring freeze (5-0)
• Approved hiring 3 police officers (5-0)
• Accepted $15,000 donation for Suggett Park basketball courts (6-0)
• Approved $48,084.15 FEMA reimbursement for PPE (6-0)
• Approved $30,232 FEMA reimbursement for smoke/CO detectors (6-0)
• Approved $810,000 CDBG budget modification for sewer laterals (5-0)

Common Council

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