City Council

July 21, 2020 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS City Council Meeting Recreation Center 15 Vanderbilt Avenue 7:00 PM 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL SALUTE TO FLAG PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD / 15 MINUTES EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Discussions regarding collective negotiations CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of 4-21-2020 City Council Meeting Transcript 2. Budget Transfers - Regular 3. Approve Payroll 7/10/2020 $601,634.20 4. Approve Payroll 7/17/2020 $471,051.52 5. Approve Warrant – 2020 20MWJUL2 $708,075.44 6. Approve Warrant – 2020 20JUL2 $874,670.45 MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT 1. Proclamation: CDTA 50th Anniversary 2. Proclamation: Solomon Northup 3. Proclamation: Americans with Disabilities Act 4. Appointment: Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee 5. Appointment: Planning Board 6. Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District 7. Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District 8. Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District 9. Discussion and Vote: Expansion and Changes Regarding the Economic Development Revolving Loan Program 10. Discussion and Vote: Update to the City Fee Schedule 11. Discussion and Vote: Saratoga Greenbelt Trail Map Update 12. Discussion and Vote: Submit Application for Capital District Trails Plan Implementation 2020 – 2021 Grant 13. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign the Memorandum of Agreement Between City of Saratoga Springs and City Collective Bargaining Units Regarding Health Insurance Contracts 14. Discussion and Vote: Approval of the Recreation Department’s Dance Instructor’s Hourly Rate of $75 per the Independent Contractor Agreement City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 15. Set Public Hearing: 2021-2026 Capital Program ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Accept Donation of Precast Concrete Blocks from Pallette Stone Crop. For Henry Street 2. Award of Bid: Extension of Bid – HVAC Services to BPI Mechanical for DPW 3. Award of Bid: Extension of Bid – Integrated Pest Management to Absolute Pest Control, Inc. FINANCE DEPARTMENT 1. Update: 2021 City Budget, City Finances, and COVID-19 2. Discussion and Vote: Refunding Bond Resolution 3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Capital Grant Disbursement Agreement for Restore NY Grant for the Restoration of Universal Preservation Hall 4. Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Capital, Payroll 5. Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – General Fund, Payroll PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract BPI Mechanical for City Buildings HVAC Services 2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Absolute Pest Control, Inc. for Pest Management Services 3. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Change Order No. 13 with MLB Construction Services for City Hall Renovation – General Construction 4. Discussion and Vote: Health & Wellness User Agreement for High Rock Park, Geyser Road Veterans Memorial Park, and Waterfront Park 5. Discussion: Vandalism of the NY 77th Infantry Regiment Monument PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT 1. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Renewal Affiliation Agreement with Hudson Valley Community College for EMPT – Paramedic Programs 2. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign an Inter-Municipal Agreement with the City of Saratoga Springs and the County to Allow City Employee’s to Park in the Woodlawn Ave. Parking Lot 3. Announcement: Thank You 4. Announcement: NY 77th Memorial Volunteers Statue SUPERVISORS Matt Veitch 1. Building & Grounds Committee Update 2. Re-Opening Committee Update 3. National Association of Counties Update Tara Gaston 1. COVID-19 Update 2. Board of Supervisors Update 3. Public Forum ADJOURN Page 2 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 July 21, 2020 CITY OF SARATOGA SPRINGS City Council Meeting Recreation Center 15 Vanderbilt Avenue 7:00 PM PRESENT: Meg Kelly, Mayor Michele Madigan, Commissioner of Finance John Franck, Commissioner of Accounts Anthony Scirocco, Commissioner of DPW Robin Dalton, Commissioner of DPS STAFF PRESENT: Lisa Shields, Deputy Mayor Deirdre Ladd, Deputy Commissioner, Finance Maire Masterson, Deputy Commissioner, Accounts Eileen Finneran, Deputy Commissioner, DPS Vincent DeLeonardis Matthew Veitch, Supervisor Tara Gaston, Supervisor EXCUSED: Joe O’Neill, Deputy Commissioner, DPW RECORDING OF PROCEEDING The proceedings of this meeting were taped for the benefit of the secretary. Because the minutes are not a verbatim record of the proceedings, the minutes are not a word-for-word transcript. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENT Mayor Kelly opened the public comment period at 7:02 p.m. Darlene McGraw of Saratoga Springs provided books to the Council on pedestrian safety. She encouraged the Council to work with other municipalities, as routes are not utilized enough. She asked the Council to look into wearing of masks with the ADA. Anthony Smith (VanDenburgh) stated a member from the Council told him to seek residency in another state due to a comment he made on social media. He is disgusted by this statement made on social media, as it is unprofessional. Mayor Kelly closed the public comment period at 7:08 p.m. Page 3 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Kelly advised the executive session will be held at the end of this meeting. She would like to add an item to the executive session. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to add an item to the executive session discussion regarding the sale, lease, or acquisition of property where disclosure would affect value. (20- 300) Ayes – All CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the consent agenda as follows: 1. Approval of 4-21-2020 City Council Meeting Transcript 2. Budget Transfers - Regular 3. Approve Payroll 7/10/2020 $601,634.20 4. Approve Payroll 7/17/2020 $471,051.52 5. Approve Warrant – 2020 20MWJUL2 $708,075.44 6. Approve Warrant – 2020 20JUL2 $874,670.45 Ayes – All MAYOR’S DEPARTMENT Proclamation: CDTA 50th Anniversary Mayor Kelly read the proclamation as follows: WHEREAS, the Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) has been named the best mid-sized public transportation system in North America for 2017 by the American Public Transportation Association and; WHEREAS, CDTA’s ridership has been at record or near record levels reaching a record high of 17.1 million riders in one fiscal year, a 25% increase in ridership over the past 6 years; WHEREAS, CDTA has recently focused on improving taxi services, bike share services, deals, and major employers new transit centers, and creating universal access programs which represent 25 of all CDTA boarding in the system; WHEREAS, CDTA is looking towards continued improvements, such as offering a safe environment for the community and connecting towns and cities, that have been previously challenging to connect with the cohesive transportation network in order to ensure community members can expand their horizons NOW THEREFORE, I Meg Kelly, mayor of the City of Saratoga Springs, am pleased to join with my fellow Saratogians in expressing our thanks and appreciation for the good work done by CDTA in the past and all the years to come as they celebrate their 50 th anniversary on August 1st. I encourage all citizens to utilized CDTA’s award winning services. Proclamation: Solomon Northup Mayor Kelly read the proclamation as follows: WHEREASE, Solomon Northup, a man who learned about freedom and injustice in a way few people have, was born in Essex County, New York; he lived in Washington County, and later moved to Saratoga Springs. In 1841, he met 2 men who claim they were members of a company of entertainers. They offered him a job and persuaded him to travel with them, so began a story as chilling as ever told. Mr. Northup was drugged, kidnapped and sold as a slave. Many years passed before he regained his freedom. My sufferings, he wrote, I can compare to nothing else than a burning agonies of hell. There had been hours when the contemplation of death has been pleasant to dwell upon, and; WHEREAS, despite its horrors, the story of Solomon Northup inspires us, even in the course of pain and cruelty inflicted upon him, Mr. Northup retained his humanity and morality. He met his suffering with intelligence, courage, and determination. Today, let us remember and honor the man who served to fight against the evil that surrounded him and let us also renew our commitment to continue to fight against the evil in our world every day to the best of our ability. NOW, THEREFORE, I Meg Kelly, mayor of the City of Saratoga Springs am pleased to join with my fellow Saratogians in honoring the legacy of Solomon Northup. Page 4 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Proclamation: Americans with Disabilities Act Mayor Kelly read the proclamation as follows: WHEREAS, since July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act has provided invaluable service to many thousands of citizens. It prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities, respect to jobs, schools, transportation, and access to public and private accommodations and facilities. It is a Civil Rights law that guarantees equal opportunity and it serves as a means for organizations in every community to bring assistance, information, resources, and freedom to disabled citizens. The dedicated personnel of AIM Services have worked tirelessly since 1979 to provide residential and community based services to persons with disabilities in Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties. AIM respects the value and potential of every individual and works with him or her to develop their best solutions and opportunities. Their stated goal is always to put people first and they have been doing so admirably for more than 40 years. WHEREAS, on this 30th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Saratoga Springs is pleased to join with AIM in re- affirming our mutual commitment to protect the rights of those with disabilities. NOW, THEREFORE, I Meg Kelly, mayor of the City of Saratoga Springs am pleased to join with my fellow Saratogians in expressing our thanks and appreciation for the work done by the dedicated members of AIM and pledge our continued support for the equality and inclusion of disabled persons. Appointment: Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee Mayor Kelly appointed Jasmine Raidoo to the Community Development Citizen Advisory Committee. Appointment: Planning Board Mayor Kelly appointed Jason Doty as an alternate member to the Planning Board. His term will run from 7/21/2020 – 12/31/2020. Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District (20-301) Mayor Kelly advised Mike Ingersoll’s term will run from 7/21/2020 – 7/21/2024. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the appointment of Mike Ingersoll to the Downtown Special Assessment District for the term lasting from 7/21/2020 – 7/21/2024. Ayes – All Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District (20-302) Mayor Kelly advised she is re-appointing Harvey Fox. His term will run from 7/21/2020 – 7/24/2024. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded to approve the appointment of Harvey Fox to the Downtown Special Assessment District for a term lasting from 7/21/2020 – 7/21/2024. Ayes – All Discussion and Vote: Appointment to the Downtown Special Assessment District (20-303) Mayor Kelly advised Peter Rosencran’s term will run from 8/1/2020 – 8/1/2024. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to approve the appointment of Peter Rosencran to the Downtown Special Assessment District for a term lasting from 8/1/2020 – 8/1/2024. Ayes – All Discussion and Vote: Expansion and Changes Regarding the Economic Development Revolving Loan Program (20-304) Page 5 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Mayor Kelly advised the Office of Community Development is proposing updates to its Economic Development Revolving Loan Program. The department would like to expand the program to include job retention for low to moderate-income persons during this economic time of crisis in addition to the regular scope of the job creation. These loans will have a 0.25% interest rate with accruals and payments deferred for one year. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the expansion and changes regarding the Economic Development Revolving Loan Program as included with this agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Update to the City Fee Schedule (20-305) Mayor Kelly advised this relates to the application fees for the previous item. The job creation loan application fee is $250 and the job retention loan application is $50. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the update to the City fee schedule as included with this agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Saratoga Greenbelt Trail Map Update (20-306) Mayor Kelly advised the Geyser Road section of the trail is being constructed. The City worked with the LA Group to update the maps. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the Saratoga Greenbelt Trail Map update as included with this agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Submit Application for Capital District Trails Plan Implementation 2020 – 2021 Grant (20-307) Mayor Kelly advised CDTC is initiating a grant program to study the feasibility of new multi-use trails in the Capital Region. This plan outlines a vision for developing a 300-mile regional trail network. Saratoga Greenbelt was included in the plan. The City is applying for the funds from this grant to explore the feasibility of the next section of the Saratoga Greenbelt Trail from the NYSDOT Exit 15 bridge crossing to the Bog Meadow Trail. The total project cost will be $100,000 with a 25% local cash match. Matching funds will come out of the Saratoga Greenbelt Trail line in the capital budget. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the submission of the application for the Capital District Trails Plans Implementation 2020 – 2021 Grant. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for the Mayor to Sign the Memorandum of Agreement Between City of Saratoga Springs and City Collective Bargaining Units Regarding Health Insurance Contracts (20-308) Vince DeLeonardis, city attorney, advised this is to change the health care plan for Medicare eligible retirees. The change this evening will save the City approximately $425,000 annually. Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to authorize the mayor to sign a memorandum of agreement between the City of Saratoga Springs and City Collective bargaining units regarding health insurance contracts as included with this agenda. Page 6 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Approval of the Recreation Department’s Dance Instructor’s Hourly Rate of $75 per the Independent Contractor Agreement (20-309) Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to approve the Recreation Department’s dance instructor’s rate of $75 per the independent contractor agreement. Ayes - All Set Public Hearing: 2021-2026 Capital Program Mayor Kelly set a public hearing for 6:55 p.m. on Tuesday August 4, 2020 and Tuesday, August 18, 2020. ACCOUNTS DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Accept Donation of Precast Concrete Blocks from Pallette Stone Crop. For Henry Street (20-310) Commissioner Franck advised Pallette Stone has put in place a total of 80 concrete blocks on Henry Street and Phila Street so that restaurants can use parking spots for additional seating. Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded for the City Council to accept the donation of 80 concrete blocks, including labor and delivery, for Henry Street and Phila Street from Pallette Stone Corp., a value of $5,800 and authorize the mayor to sign the acknowledgement of the donation. Ayes - All Award of Bid: Extension of Bid – HVAC Services to BPI Mechanical for DPW (20-311) Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to extend the bid for HVAC services to BPI Mechanical for the Department of Public Works for an additional year under the same terms, conditions, and prices as in bid 2016-18. Ayes - All Award of Bid: Extension of Bid – Integrated Pest Management to Absolute Pest Control, Inc. (20-312) Commissioner Franck moved and Commissioner Scirocco seconded to extend the bid for Integrated Pest Management to Absolute Pest Control, Inc. for an additional year under the same terms, conditions, and prices as in bid 2018-35. Ayes - All FINANCE DEPARTMENT Update: 2021 City Budget, City Finances, and COVID-19 Commissioner Madigan advised cases have been steadily declining and stabilizing in New York. The Capital Region is eligible to enter into phase 4. Our City cannot expect revenues to rise immediately upon the re-opening of downtown. It will be months if not years before the new economy establishes itself. The governor has stated without federal assistance, mid-year cuts will be made to schools, health care, and local governments. To date money has been held. Page 7 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 The City’s reserve, assignments, and revenue collections have diminished. The City’s next break point may be at the end of October. As we get into December, the deficiency is expected to be about $5.3 million dollars. The will continue to propose solutions to the City Council. The deficiencies are cash flow. Discussion and Vote: Refunding Bond Resolution (20-313) Commissioner Madigan advised the City has the opportunity to refund $7,100,000 of outstanding bonds. The 2011 & 2012 bonds will be refinanced. The projected annual savings is $58,000. This is the third time the City has refunded bonds. Commissioner Madigan moved and Mayor Kelly seconded to approve the bond resolution for refunding as included with the agenda. Roll Call: Commissioner Franck – Aye Commissioner Madigan – Aye Commissioner Scirocco – Aye Commissioner Dalton – Aye Mayor Kelly - Aye Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Capital Grant Disbursement Agreement for Restore NY Grant for the Restoration of Universal Preservation Hall (20-314) Commissioner Madigan advised the City partnered with Proctor’s and Universal Preservation Hall to receive a grant in the amount of $750,000 for the restoration of the Universal Preservation Hall. A $50,000 match has been set aside bringing the total project cost to $800,000. In order to receive reimbursement under this grant, the state requires this agreement to be signed. A letter from Proctor’s and Universal Preservation Hall will be include to clarify the guarantee as some matters that are outside the City’s control. Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded to authorize the mayor to sign Capital grant disbursement agreement for Restore New York Grant for the restoration of Universal Preservation Hall including exhibit G1 as included with the agenda as well as any other documentation required to receive the reimbursement. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – Capital, Payroll (20-315) Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded to approve the budget transfers – capital, payroll as included with the agenda. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Budget Transfers – General Fund, Payroll (20-316) Commissioner Madigan moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded to approve the budget transfers – general fund, payroll as included with the agenda. Ayes - All PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract BPI Mechanical for City Buildings HVAC Services (20-317) Page 8 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Commissioner Scirocco advised this is an extension of a bid for all City buildings under the responsibility of the Commissioner of Public Works. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign a contract with BPI Mechanical Services for the HVAC services in the amount not to exceed an hourly rate according to the bid proposal dated May 3, 2016. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Contract with Absolute Pest Control, Inc. for Pest Management Services (20-318) Commissioner Scirocco advised this is a bid extension for pest services for various City buildings. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign a contract with Absolute Pest Control for pest management services not to exceed unit bid prices per proposal dated July 18, 2018. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Change Order No. 13 with MLB Construction Services for City Hall Renovation – General Construction (20-319) Commissioner Scirocco advised this change order is in the amount of $38,378.25. A copy of the changes were distributed with the agenda. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Commissioner Dalton seconded for the mayor to sign change order #13 with MLB Construction Services for City Hall renovations general construction in the amount of $38,378.25. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Health & Wellness User Agreement for High Rock Park, Geyser Road Veterans Memorial Park, and Waterfront Park (20-320) Commissioner Scirocco advised they are adding Congress Park to the list of locations. This will allow workout classes to be held without a fee until Labor Day. Commissioner Scirocco moved and Mayor Kelly seconded for the Council to approve for new health and wellness user agreement for the High Rock Park, Geyser Road Veterans Memorial Park, Waterfront Park, and Congress Park. Ayes - All Discussion: Vandalism of the NY 77th Infantry Regiment Monument Commissioner Scirocco advised on Thursday, July 16th vandals destroyed the NY 77th Infantry Regiment Monument in Congress Park. In 1875, $3,000 was donated for the installation of the monument. The Department of Public Works is working to determine how to repair or replace this monument. Many local citizens have reached out to donate towards rectifying this. Two identical statues have been located in the U.S. Commissioner Dalton asked if a plaque can be put next to the monument commemorating the community coming together in 2020 to overcome this. Page 9 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT Commissioner Dalton advised she has a couple items to add to her agenda. The first is regarding the public health law. That law was amended July 7th of this year. They have looking for ways to encourage and enforce people wearing facemasks in and around Saratoga Springs. Vince DeLeonardis, city attorney, advised Governor Cuomo issued and executive order regarding the wearing of face coverings. The NYS DOH amended on July 7th the Public Health Law Section 66 to codify statutorily the executive order Governor Cuomo implemented and imposes a civil penalty associated with it. There are exemptions to that. Commissioner Dalton moved and Commissioner Madigan for discussion and vote the Public Health Law amendment to help enforce the wearing of facemasks specifically in Saratoga Springs. (20-321) Ayes – All Discussion: Public Health Law Amendment to Help Enforce the Wearing of Facemasks Commissioner Dalton stated she has heard from restaurant owners that some people can become confrontational when they are asked to put their masks on. Commissioner Madigan stated she too is noticing people no wearing masks. We can’t have police out there ticketing people who don’t wear their masks. What can we do? Commissioner Dalton said the problem she is seeing is on Friday and Saturday nights when packs of people come downtown and are not wearing masks. Commissioner Franck stated the tourist towns have signs every so many feet reminding people to wear their masks. It is from the city. It’s an inexpensive way. Mayor Kelly asked Commissioner Madigan if she has any funding for this. Commissioner Madigan stated she does; this is important. Commissioner Scirocco asked who is going to do the enforcement. Our police have better things to do. He believes public education is a big piece of it. Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Renewal Affiliation Agreement with Hudson Valley Community College for EMPT – Paramedic Programs (20-322) Commissioner Dalton advised this is an annual agreement is for clinical experience for their paramedic students as part of their internship. Commissioner Dalton moved and Commissioner Madigan seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the renewal affiliation agreement with Hudson Valley Community College. Ayes - All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign an Inter-Municipal Agreement with the City of Saratoga Springs and the County to Allow City Employee’s to Park in the Woodlawn Ave. Parking Lot Commissioner Dalton stated this arose from moving back into City Hall and not having enough parking for the employees. The City Center garage is not finished. Commissioner Scirocco asked if she has a contract with the County. Page 10 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Vince DeLeonardis advised what was uploaded with the agenda was a resolution passed by the County. The discussion and vote is to authorize the mayor to execute an intermunicipal agreement that will be drafted and will be consistent with the terms in the resolution. Commissioner Scirocco asked who is going to maintain the lot. Vince advised the City will be responsible for its use of the lot. Commissioner Scirocco asked to see the agreement before he votes on it so he knows what he is voting on. Commissioner Dalton pulled this item from her agenda and will bring it back with the agreement. Announcement: Thank You Commissioner Dalton thanked John Hirliman and the Recreation Department for pulling together Camp Saradac this summer. Announcement: NY 77th Memorial Volunteers Statue Commissioner Dalton advised the Police Department has gone through hours of video footage, has canvassed the area, and sent pieces of the statue for DNA testing. Commissioner Dalton moved and Mayor Kelly seconded to add an item authorization for the mayor to sign a memorandum of agreement between the City and Saratoga Springs Firefighter Union and Fire Administration Officers. (20-323) Ayes – All Discussion and Vote: Authorization for Mayor to Sign Memorandum of Agreement Between the City and Saratoga Springs Firefighter Union and Fire Administration Officers (20-324) Commissioner Dalton advised these unions do not allow for donation of sick leave. This agreement will be for 120 hours of sick leave to be donated. Commissioner Dalton moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to authorize the mayor to sign the MOA with the City and Saratoga Firefighters Union and the Fire Administrative Officers to donate to employee ID 2480 a total of 120 hours of sick leave. Ayes - All SUPERVISORS Matt Veitch Building & Grounds Committee Update Supervisor Veitch reported they have their temporary certificate of occupancy for their new public safety facility. They hope public health will move relocate the end of July. The Office of Emergency Services and the Sherriff’s Department will be the last to move in. They are looking for ways to use the building on Woodlawn so it is not boarded up. Re-Opening Committee Update Page 11 of 12 City Council Meeting 7/21/2020 Supervisor Veitch reported they are looking to put funds in the budget for PPE. They are looking about an investment of $15,000. They too had discussions regarding masks. The Sheriff’s Office has seen an increase in the number of calls regarding people not wearing masks. National Association of Counties Update Supervisor Veitch reported this meeting was held yesterday via internet. He was designated the New York State Voting Delegate and appointed vice-chair of the International Economic Task Force, and vice-chair of the Membership Committee. Tara Gaston COVID-19 Update Supervisor Gaston reported there are 52 active cases in the County with 5 – 10 new cases in the County each day. She is still working on access to testing. Board of Supervisors Update Supervisor Gaston reported the director of public health is retiring at the end of this month. They are also in a testing program where they test sewage in the county looking for COVID-19 RNA. Public Forum Supervisor Gaston reported the next public forum is August 6, 2020 from 6 – 7 p.m. via Facebook Live. Supervisor Gaston added an item – NACO. They held their meeting yesterday. She was appointed vice- chair of Energy Environment and Land Use Committee and appointed vice-chair of the Counties Advisory Board. EXECUTIVE SESSION Mayor Kelly moved and Commissioner Franck seconded to enter into executive session for discussions regarding collective negotiations and discussions regarding sale, lease, or acquisition of property where disclosure would affect the value at 8:56 p.m. Ayes - All City Council returned at 9:12 p.m. Mayor Kelly announced no decisions were made to report to the public. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Kelly adjourned the meeting at 9:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lisa Ribis Clerk Approved: 10/6/2020 Vote: 4 - 0 Page 12 of 12