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SCHENECTADY CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE AGENDA for Monday, September 20, 2021 5:30 p.m. Room 110 The Council President reserves the right to add or delete any agenda item prior to Committee Meeting. Presentation 1 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Kristin Diotte City Development & Planning 1 ABAC for the “Animal Waste Cleaning & Disinfection SFD Training Tower” Chris Wallin 2 CR – Hispanic Heritage Month John Mootooveren Renewal of the Consortium Agreement Between the City of Schenectady, City of Troy, and the 3 Kristin Diotte Town of Colonie Reminder – Review of Public Hearing for the Rezoning of 1020 McClellan Street (PH was on 4 Kristin Diotte 09-07-2021) 5 Determination of Negative Declaration for SEQR of 1020 McClellan Street Kristin Diotte 6 The Community Builders – Multiple Properties Maurice Brown, III 7 Sale of 320 Division Street, Vacant Lot Maurice Brown, III 8 Sale of 642 Crane Street, Vacant Lot Maurice Brown, III 9 Sale of 817 Strong Street Maurice Brown, III 10 Sale of 1338 Parkwood Boulevard Maurice Brown, III 11 Sale of 1614 Sixth Avenue Maurice Brown, III Claims 1 Stephanie Marshall v. City of Schenectady Andrew Koldin 2 Highbridge / Prime Development, Inc. Andrew Koldin Friday, September 17, 2021  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATIVE REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: DATE: September 16, 2021 TO: City Council FROM: Kristin Diotte, Director of Development SUBJECT: 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) Background Information: Requesting presentation and acceptance of the 2020 CAPER from the 2020-2021 Federal Fiscal year Annual Action Plan (AAP). The CAPER is a report on accomplishments of the projects and programs, approved and undertaken in the 2020-2021 AAP, using CDBG, ESG and HOME funds. Evaluation/Analysis: HUD requires an annual CAPER, due after the close of the Federal Fiscal year. The 2020 CAPER will be made available to the public for a 15-day comment beginning September 20, 2021 and ending October 4, 2021. Recommendation: Announcement of a 15-day public comment period for comments to be incorporated into the citizen participation process. In addition, a Public Hearing to be held on Monday, September 27th at 7:00 pm during the regularly scheduled City Council meeting in City Hall Room 209 for the purposes of hearing comments on the 2020 CAPER. LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY _______Law Department________  City of Schenectady 2020‐2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report Overview CDBG HOME ESG Totals Goa1 #1: Enhance Housing $ Opportunities $ 1,075,500.64 $ 239,003.74 225,796.74 $ 1,540,301.12 Goal #2: Expand Economic & $ Workforce Development $ 707,039.22 $ ‐ ‐ $ 707,039.22 Goal #3: Strengthen Local $ Neighborhoods $ 186,488.39 $ ‐ ‐ $ 186,488.39 $ Administrative Expenses $ 210,370.72 $ 15,587.93 11,415.49 $ 237,374.14 $ Total $ 2,179,398.97 $ 254,591.67 237,212.23 $ 2,671,202.87 The City of Schenectady’s 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan identified three overriding goals for the next five years in relation to entitlement funding: 1) Enhance Housing Opportunities, 2) Expand Economic & Workforce Development, and 3) Strengthen Local Neighborhoods. This 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) addresses the implementation of the three goals established in the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. The report reflects the first year of the plan, 2020-2021. In the 2020-2021 program year, the City received $2,320,099 for CDBG, $1,117,501 for the HOME Consortium in partnership with Troy + Colonie ($558,852 COS), and $194,820 in ESG funding. These funds were used for many projects while the City dealt with COVID-19 and disbursement of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding. The city offices were closed from March 2020 to June 2020 and the staff worked remote during this time. There were many virtual meetings held about how to address the most urgent needs in the city, from economic recovery, to addressing the needs of the City's youth, and implementing the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. In addition, the Department of Development staff worked with community partners and planned for the use of CARES Act funding throughout the city. Enhancing Housing Opportunities: Funding was provided to 10 new homeowners in the city to assist with the purchase of their first home. The City also worked in coordination with Habitat for Humanity to fund the construction of 7 new homes. Although they are not closed during this this fiscal period, all 7 are expected to close by June of 2022. The Bureau of Code Enforcement began a new initiative to combat blight in the city. Working in coordination with Better Community Neighborhoods Inc. (BCNI) to guide homeowners to the appropriate resources for home repairs. In addition, 18 blighted properties were demolished, many of the lots were sold to adjacent property owners, increased both yard space and property values. Expand Economic & Workforce Development: In response to COVID-19, the City was still able to implement the goals laid out in the Consolidated Plan by assisting over 60 small businesses with COVID-19 relief through the CARES Act CDBG-CV funds. Small businesses received $376,000.00 in grants ranging from $2,500.00 - $10,000.00 to help with the purchase of PPE supplies, payroll, insurance, training, etc. The grants helped many businesses to remain operational and to continue employment. The Schenectady Economic Empowerment Center (SEEC) was developed in 2020 and is part of the City’s Affirmative Action Office. The SEEC is included in the plans for the 2020-2024 Consolidated plan to increase economic opportunities in the city. Per Consolidated Plan: “Support “Community Hubs” - Support the development and enhancement of community centers in challenged neighborhoods to help nurture talent, build leadership capacity, and highlight diversity.” The SEEC assist small businesses with training, MWBE certifications, and various webinars. Most recently, a Section 3 training webinar that was partnered with Empire State Development (ESD). The Section 3 training included sub-recipients that had received HUD funds. The SEEC worked with the Capital Region Community Loan Fund to qualify small businesses for grants. The SEEC provides various trainings to city residents, who are mostly low-income, to increase their skills and provides a plethora of business opportunities to increase economic development. SEEC is partnered with non-profits, the local community college, the school district, and many construction contractors in the city. A number of key infrastructure projects were completed which assisted to support the economic viability of the City in the 2020-2021 fiscal year. Over 1 mile of streets were paved with CDBG funds, along with the installation of sidewalks around Jerry Burrell Park and Orchard Park. The installation of these sidewalks is key to continued investments and improvements to these parks. The Craig-Main Connection complete streets project is expected to begin the first phase of construction during the next fiscal period. There are several ongoing community development initiatives within the corridor that will increase density, create new transportation demands – and with proximity to local schools and community organizations, will intensify existing bicycle and pedestrian needs. The Craig Street Complete Streets design will better serve the neighborhood through the creation of a safer, more efficient, and more inviting corridor that takes into consideration the needs of all travelers, including pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders, and motorists. Strengthen Local Neighborhoods: Organizations that serve youth in the city formed a Coalition to better engage the City's youth in a coordinated manner. More than 15 programs and organizations joined forces to provide programming including arts/culture, urban farming, mentoring, academic support, volunteer opportunities, catering, and entrepreneurial skills to more than 1,000 youth located in the City.  Legislative Request Form DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING CHRISTOPHER WALLIN, P.E., CITY ENGINEER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: DATE: September 20, 2021 TO: City Council FROM: Christopher R. Wallin, P.E., City Engineer SUBJECT: Award Bid and Contract for the “Animal Waste Cleaning & Disinfection SFD Training Tower” to Sullivan Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $29,900.00 TO BE PLACED ON COUNCIL AGENDA OF: September 27, 2021 Background Information: The City of Schenectady Department of Engineering and Fire Department have been working with our Consultant H2M Architects and Engineers to perform improvements, safety upgrades, and restoration work at the Fire Department Facilities. The Training Tower Facility is one of the buildings that is targeted for selected improvements to restore training functionality. Due to the existing unsanitary conditions engineering inspections and preliminary design work cannot begin until the building has been cleaned and disinfected. Evaluation/Analysis: The Engineering Department solicited and received bids for “Animal Waste Cleaning & Disinfection of SFD Training Tower”. A low bid was received on September 15,2021 from Sullivan Contracting Inc. of Sauquoit, NY in the amount of $29,900.00. Funds for work will be charged to a Capital Project Code specific to this project. Recommendation: Authorize the Mayor to enter into a contract with Sullivan Contracting, Inc. for the "Animal Waste Cleaning & Disinfection SFD Training Tower" in the total amount of $29,900. LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY: Engineering CRW: cd 1 RFB-EG-091521-01 - Animal Waste Cleaning and Disinfection SFD Tra... Addendum No: 2 (Published) Document Request List Document Request List Organization Name Main Contact Download Date City Province/State Martin Environmental Jason Frasier 09/13/2021 12:56 PM EDT Schenectady New York Services, Inc. DPX D Scott 09/08/2021 09:58 PM EDT scottsdale Arizona Utech Products, Inc Puna Madan 09/08/2021 11:19 AM EDT Schenectady New York Alvion Group Eleftherios Sparakis 09/07/2021 08:17 AM EDT Menands New York Shay Enterprise Tamara Shay 09/03/2021 09:52 AM EDT Tacoma Washington Allied Solutions Jason Collier 09/03/2021 09:52 AM EDT Carmel Indiana AllPro Cleaning Services Stephen Noftle 09/02/2021 04:37 PM EDT Gansevoort New York Officepartners360 Tim Boylan 09/02/2021 11:49 AM EDT Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Sullivan Contracting Inc. Tim Davis 09/02/2021 10:29 AM EDT Sauquoit New York SaniTech Services Inc Robert Madarasz 09/02/2021 10:21 AM EDT Nesconset New York Merit Apprenticeship Penelope Hazer 09/02/2021 08:15 AM EDT East Syracuse New York Alliance North America Tim Loncarich 09/01/2021 08:42 PM EDT Grand Junction Colorado Procurement Council, Inc. PBC ACV Environmental Suzanne Voutsinas 09/01/2021 06:43 PM EDT Rahway New Jersey Services, Inc. Rotterdam Lot Cleaners Angeline Schell 09/01/2021 05:21 PM EDT Rotterdam New York 09/17/2021 03:10 PM EDT Page 6 of 6  1 BID SUMMARY TABULATION SHEET DEPARTMENT OF ENGINEERING BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN Received by the COMMITTEE ON BIDS of The City of Schenectady, NY at 10:30 A.M. Eastern Standard Time on the 15th day of September, 2021. Bids for: "Animal Waste Cleaning & Disinfection SFD Training Tower" PAY ITEM PAY ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY UNIT BIDDER No. 1 EXTENSION BIDDER No. 2 EXTENSION BIDDER No. 3 EXTENSION No. 1 Animal Waste Cleaning and Disinfection SFD Training Tower 1 LS $30,504.06 $49,975.00 $29,000.00 Total Base Bid: $30,504.06 $49,975.00 $29,900.00 BIDDER No. COMPANY NAME ADDRESS C.A.P. SECURITY DEPOSIT 1 ACV Environmental Services, Inc. 1500 Rahway Avenue, Avenel, NJ 07701 N/A Bid Bond 2 Martin Evironmental Services, Inc. 1710 Erie Boulevard, Schenectady, NY 12308 N/A Bid Bond 3 Sullivan Contracting, Inc. 9362 Paris Hill Road, PO Box 502, Sauquoit, NY 13456 N/A Bid Bond  SCHENECTADY CITY COUNCIL Legislative Request Form Committee: City Development & Planning Committee Date: Monday, September 20, 2021 From: John Mootooveren Subject CR - Hispanic Heritage Month Background Info: Evaluation/Analysis Recommendation Friday, September 17, 2021  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATIVE REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: DATE: September 16, 2021 TO: City Council FROM: Kristin Diotte, Director of Development; SUBJECT: Renewal of the Consortium Agreement Between the City of Schenectady, City of Troy and Town of Colonie Background Information: In August of 1991 the City of Schenectady, the City of Troy and the Town of Colonie agreed to enter a Consortium Agreement to provide each municipality with HOME funding. This Agreement must be renewed every 3 years to continue to receive funding. Evaluation/Analysis: For the City of Schenectady to continue to receive the roughly $500,000 of HOME funding annually, an agreement must be in place with the City of Troy and the Town of Colonie Recommendation: The City Council authorize the Mayor to renew the three year HOME Consortium Agreement with the City of Troy and the Town of Colonie LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY _______Law Department________  SCHENECTADY CITY COUNCIL Legislative Request Form Committee: City Development & Planning Committee Date: Monday, September 20, 2021 From: Kristin Diotte Subject Reminder - Review of Pubic Hearing for the Rezoning of 1020 McClellan Street (PH was on 09-07- 2021) Background Info: Evaluation/Analysis Recommendation Friday, September 17, 2021  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 9/16/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Kristin Diotte SUBJECT: Rezoning Request by Stewart’s Shops Corp. for a parcel at 1020 McClellan Street Background Information: Stewart’s Shops Corp. is currently pursuing the purchase of 1501 Union Street; current site of the Sunoco gas station, 1503 Union Street; current site of the Jones Funeral Home, and 1020 McClellan Street; current site of parking for the Jones Funeral Home and 4-stall garage with an apartment above. Evaluation/Analysis: 1501 and 1503 Union Street are zoned “C-2” Mixed-Use Commercial. 1020 McClellan Street is zoned “R-1” Single Family Residential. The residential zoning designation does not allow for the redevelopment of the parcel to be used for commercial purposes, ie a newly constructed Stewart’s Shop with gas pumps. The Planning Commission reviewed the rezoning request on August 18, 2021. There was a lengthy discussion, including questions and comments from the public; please see attached Planning Commission meeting minutes for August 18, 2021. After a lengthy debate, the Planning Commission voted in favor of a recommendation to the City Council to approve the rezoning of the parcel at 1020 McClellan Street, from “R-1” Single Family Residential to “C-2” Mixed Use Commercial District. Recommendation: The City Council shall review Parts 2 and 3 of the Short Environmental Assessment Form and pass a resolution to adopt a negative declaration. The City Council shall pass a resolution to determine the zoning of 1020 McClellan Street. LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY _____Law Dept._____  City of Schenectady Planning Commission Meeting Minutes August 18, 2021 STEWART’S SHOPS CORP. requests a recommendation to the City Council pursuant to Section 264-131 of a proposal to change the zoning of the parcel at 1020 McClellan Street, tax parcel # 50.21-2-74.2, from “R-1” Single Family Residential District to “C-2” Mixed Use Commercial District. Marcus Andrews from Stewarts Shops Corp. presented the project concept. Mr. Andrews stated that the request is to change the zoning of one of the three parcels that comprise the redevelopment proposal. Two parcels are currently zoned C-2 and the third parcel is zoned R-1. The request is to recommend that the R-1 parcel be rezoned to C-2. The redevelopment proposal will be to construct a 4,000 sq. ft. store with 3 gasoline islands and a canopy. There will be an entrance to the site from Union Street and from McClellan Street. The closest residential neighbor would be 32 feet away from the new building. Commissioner Lewis asked what separates the parcel from the residential parcels on the north side. Mr Andrews answered that there is an existing fence line. Commissioner Wallinger asked if the existing monument sign was staying. Mr. Andrews answered that a new monument sign will be installed with landscaping area surrounding it. Commissioner Wallinger asked how much parking would be onsite and if the proposed gas canopy will look like the existing Sunoco canopy. Mr. Andrews answered yes that the new canopy would be like the current Sunoco canopy. Commissioner Wallinger opened the public hearing. Tom Carey appeared representing the Upper Union Street Neighborhood Association. Mr. Carey stated that they like Stewarts, but it is not clear if the proposal is consistent with the 2020 Comprehensive Plan because this is a pedestrian heavy area, there are already other convenience stores that sell gas nearby and that adding a larger gas station that would draw more vehicular traffic contradicts having a strong, walkable community. Mr. Carey stated that we all need to start thinking about the switch to Electronic vehicles that is coming in the near future. There should be more consideration of this in the environmental review. Additionally, if this is approved, the store should have an entrance on Union Street and the building should be at the front of the site to maintain the established street wall. A member of the public requested clarification regarding the building location. Mr. Andrews showed the elevation drawings and conceptual site plan for clarification and explained that you would see the canopy first from Union Street, but that there will be entrances to the building on the McClellan Street side and facing Union Street. Commissioner Wallinger asked if the existing gas station and funeral parlor parcels were zoned C-2 and the narrow parcel with the apartment building is R-1? Mr. Andrews confirmed that is correct. Commissioner Ferro asked if they do not get the zoning change, can they make the other two parcels work. Mr. Andrews stated that it would be very difficult to make it work. Commissioner Ferro asked if there are any locations built now on .7 acres or less. Mr. Andrews stated that there are not any parcels that size with gas service and that Stewarts looks for sites that are at least 1.5 acres. Commissioner Petrillo asked for a response to the question of why the building can’t be sited on Union Street. Mr. Andrews stated that at the request of the Planning Department they did look at putting the building on the corner up on Union Street but that would put the gas and canopy towards the back of the site, closer to the residential properties, with not much room for a buffer. Commissioner Wallinger reminded everyone that the purpose of tonight’s review is to provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the zoning change of the R- 1 parcel. The question is, based on the Comprehensive Plan, would the zone change to C-2 be consistent with the goals established by the neighborhood. Commissioner Wallinger asked if there were any more public comments. Lev Grin, from 1620 Rugby Road, asked how many gas pumps there would be and stated that the current gas station is quiet and does not have much business. Mr Grin expects that there will be much more business with the Stewarts and that he is very concerned about traffic and noise. Commissioner Wallinger asked Tom Carey to talk about consistency with the Comprehensive Plan for this neighborhood. Mr. Carey stated that the area has historically been “Doctors’ Row” and that the Comprehensive Plan states that undeveloped parcels in the neighborhood should maintain this character of small professional offices with minimal traffic. This is not an undeveloped parcel but they should consider some of the other undeveloped properties nearby like the former Fireside Restaurant. Commissioner Wallinger closed the public hearing. Commissioner Ferro stated that the zoning change would be a 15% increase in the C- 2 zoned parcels. Not approving the Stewart’s site plan proposal would not mean that another station would not try to develop the currently zoned C-2 parcels. Commissioner Wilson stated that he is not excited about the hole created by tearing down the existing funeral home. The current gas station is not in the best shape either. Mr. Carey asked to address the Commission to clarify his request to have the Commission table the request so that they can consider the proposal carefully. Commissioner Ferro asked how large is the Stewarts on Van Vranken Avenue. Mr. Andrews stated that the Van Vranken site is just under 1 acre and stated that proposal decreased impervious surface from 52% down to 26%. Commissioner Wallinger expressed feeling torn given the existing conditions and the amount of existing asphalt and that adding more commercial land to an area that is the transition from the Upper Union Street Commercial district to the residential neighborhood. Commissioner Wallinger also expressed concern for the safety of kids and pedestrians overall and that safety improvements would be required. Commissioner Wallinger asked if maybe a smaller scale is more appropriate for this location. Mr. Andrews stated that the existing curb cuts will be moved further away from the intersection, thus providing more safety at the intersection. Commissioner Wallinger posed the question again – is this consistent with the Comprehensive Plan? Commissioner Petrillo thinks this proposal encroaches into the residential neighborhood, does not protect the residential neighborhood, and does not have the support of the Neighborhood Association. Commissioner Wilson asked what about the setback requirements from the residential in the C-2 zone if the proposal is approved. Mr. Andrews answered that the required setback is 5 feet. Commission Wilson stated that there needs to be more of a setback than that and that 5 feet is not acceptable. Mr. Andrews stated that this is a similar layout as the last few Stewarts redevelopments that the City recently approved. Commissioner Lewis stated that one advantage to the residential neighborhood is that a lot of people could walk because Stewarts has more products than a normal gas station. Commissioner Lewis also relayed the observation that there already is a lot of traffic at this corner and that he understands it is a good match for Stewarts. Commissioner Lewis also expressed that it would be an improvement to what is currently there. Commissioner Ferro asked if the setback was really only 5 feet. Andrew Koldin referenced the City Code, Chapter 264-37 Transitional yards, states that the setback of a commercial property is equivalent to what the setback requirement is for the residential zone. In this case it would be 20% of the lot depth or 25 feet, whichever is greater. Commissioner Wallinger reminded the Commissioners that it is important to remember that once the zoning is changed, it applies to all allowable uses in that zoning district, not only what the Stewart’s is proposing. The Commissioners discussed the setbacks and building distance from the residential zone. Commissioner Wallinger stated that this is a small parcel and comparable to a residential lot. Commissioner Ferro stated that it is an underdeveloped parcel. Commissioner Wilson asked the applicant if they considered putting the building where the Funeral home building is. Commissioner Wallinger polled the Commissioners on their thoughts and pros vs. cons. Commissioner Lewis stated that he thinks they are underestimating the benefits to surrounding residents who would walk there; the present conditions at the site are poor for pedestrians and this proposal would be much better; the proposal will enhance a busy intersection. Commissioner Beach stated that he does not see a significant enough impact by changing the zoning to C-2 because the existing condition is commercial and will likely remain so. Commissioner Healey stated that most of the parcels are C-2 in the area and that this is a small “sliver” of a parcel to change from R-1 to C-2, therefore not having a largely meaningful impact; in favor of rezoning. Commissioner Wilson stated that he was torn with the decision because it is important to maintain the Union Street as a consistent commercial corridor. Commissioner Wilson also stated that he is more supportive of the proposal with the proper setback of at least 25 feet and that he would be more in favor of a different site plan layout when that is presented to the Commission. Commissioner Ferro stated that this proposal will not impact the transition from C-2 to residential due to the setback required. He also stated that the existing conditions for pedestrians is a nightmare and that he would be in favor of the zoning change. Commissioner Petrillo stated that he agrees this will improve the corner but has 2 concerns: 1. Changing the residential to commercial eliminates the transition between the districts. 2. The Comprehensive Plan calls for working with the Neighborhood Association and they did not submit feedback to take more time for consideration. Commissioner Petrillo stated that he was undecided at that point. Commissioner Wallinger stated that she agrees that this proposal will be better than what is there but is concerned about the distance that the building is set back from Union Street and has other serious concerns about the site plan layout. Commissioner Wallinger is also concerned that this does not reflect the historical nature of the neighborhood and that she is undecided. Andrew Koldin suggested that the Commissioners be polled to either recommend for or against the rezoning. Commissioner Lewis stated that they could be more creative with the site plan to make it more uniform and the design could have historic character. Commissioner Ferro asked the applicant to clarify how much asphalt there will be. Mr. Andrews stated there is currently 19,000 sq.ft and they are proposing that it be reduced to 9,000 sq. ft. Commissioner Wallinger asked what the requirement for impervious surface is in the City Code. Mr. Andrews stated that the Code allows up to 80% impervious. The site currently is 86% impervious and they are proposing 57% impervious. Commissioner Wallinger then polled the Commissioners. In-Favor of Rezoning: Lewis, Beach, Healey, Wilson, Ferro, Wallinger Commissioner Wallinger stated that all points of discussion will be sent to the City Council for their review and information and encouraged the applicant to work on the site plan. Commissioner Wallinger stated that the site plan appeared to be in conflict with the design guidelines for the Upper Union Street area, that the heavily commercial nature of the canopy was in direct conflict, and recommended that the Applicant reconsider the layout and work with the Neighborhood Association to come up with a better plan. Motion by Commissioner Ferro, seconded by Commissioner Petrillo, to recommend to the City Council that the zoning for the parcel at 1020 McClellan Street be changed from R-1 to C-2. Motion carried unanimously.  Agency Use Only [If applicable] Zoning Change 1020 McClellan St Project: Date: 9/27/21 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 2 - Impact Assessment Part 2 is to be completed by the Lead Agency. Answer all of the following questions in Part 2 using the information contained in Part 1 and other materials submitted by the project sponsor or otherwise available to the reviewer. When answering the questions the reviewer should be guided by the concept “Have my responses been reasonable considering the scale and context of the proposed action?” No, or Moderate small to large impact impact may may occur occur 1. Will the proposed action create a material conflict with an adopted land use plan or zoning regulations? ✔ 2. Will the proposed action result in a change in the use or intensity of use of land? ✔ 3. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of the existing community? ✔ 4. Will the proposed action have an impact on the environmental characteristics that caused the establishment of a Critical Environmental Area (CEA)? ✔ 5. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change in the existing level of traffic or affect existing infrastructure for mass transit, biking or walkway? ✔ 6. Will the proposed action cause an increase in the use of energy and it fails to incorporate reasonably available energy conservation or renewable energy opportunities? ✔ 7. Will the proposed action impact existing: ✔ a. public / private water supplies? b. public / private wastewater treatment utilities? ✔ 8. Will the proposed action impair the character or quality of important historic, archaeological, ✔ architectural or aesthetic resources? 9. Will the proposed action result in an adverse change to natural resources (e.g., wetlands, waterbodies, groundwater, air quality, flora and fauna)? ✔ 10. Will the proposed action result in an increase in the potential for erosion, flooding or drainage problems? ✔ 11. Will the proposed action create a hazard to environmental resources or human health? ✔ PRINT FORM Page 1 of 2 SEAF 2019  Agency Use Only [If applicable] Project: Zoning Chg 1020 McCl Date: 9/27/21 Short Environmental Assessment Form Part 3 Determination of Significance For every question in Part 2 that was answered “moderate to large impact may occur”, or if there is a need to explain why a particular element of the proposed action may or will not result in a significant adverse environmental impact, please complete Part 3. Part 3 should, in sufficient detail, identify the impact, including any measures or design elements that have been included by the project sponsor to avoid or reduce impacts. Part 3 should also explain how the lead agency determined that the impact may or will not be significant. Each potential impact should be assessed considering its setting, probability of occurring, duration, irreversibility, geographic scope and magnitude. Also consider the potential for short- term, long-term and cumulative impacts. The proposed change of zoning from R-1 Single Family Residential District to C-2 Mixed Use Commercial District for the parcel located at 1020 McClellan Street will create no moderate or large adverse environmental impacts as a result of this action. The proposed zoning change is consistent with the zoning designation of the parcels immediately adjacent to this site along the Union Street corridor. Changing the zoning district to Mixed Use Commercial will allow the property to be used at an increased intensity, however, the property is currently serving as parking for a commercial use, a funeral home, in addition to a single family house, therefore the impact will be small. Once the site, along with the adjacent properties at 1501 and 1503 Union Street are consolidated and redeveloped into one commercial use, there is the potential for a small increase in the level of traffic, use of energy, and use of water and waste water facilities. All of these small impacts can be accommodated by the existing infrastructure. Any commercial redevelopment of this site will improve the drainage system on this property, as it is required to comply with all New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations for storm water runoff and local zoning regulations for maximum impervious surface requirements. Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above, and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action may result in one or more potentially large or significant adverse impacts and an environmental impact statement is required. ✔ Check this box if you have determined, based on the information and analysis above, and any supporting documentation, that the proposed action will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. Schenectady City Council 9/28/21 _________________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Name of Lead Agency Date John Mootooveren President, Schenectady City Council _________________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Print or Type Name of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Title of Responsible Officer _________________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Signature of Responsible Officer in Lead Agency Signature of Preparer (if different from Responsible Officer) PRINT FORM Page 2 of 2  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: The Community Builders Background Information: Offer to purchase: 5 Daggett Terrace, 10 Catherine Street, 1 Barney Street & 115 Victory Ave Offer to Transfer: 701 Stanley Street from The Community Builders to the City of Schenectady Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: Sale of Vacant lot, 320 Division Street Background Information: Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: Sale of Vacant lot, 642 Crane Street Background Information: Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: Sale of 817 Strong Street Background Information: Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: Sale of 1338 Parkwood Boulevard Background Information: Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  CITY OF SCHENECTADY LEGISLATION REQUEST FORM COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT: City Development & Planning DATE: 09/20/21 TO: COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: Development SUBJECT: Sale of 1614 Sixth Avenue Background Information: Evaluation/Analysis: Recommendation: LEGISLATION WILL BE PREPARED BY Development  SCHENECTADY CITY COUNCIL Legislative Request Form Committee: Claims Committee Date: Monday, September 20, 2021 From: Andrew Koldin Subject Stephanie Marshall v. City of Schenectady Background Info: Evaluation/Analysis Recommendation Friday, September 17, 2021  SCHENECTADY CITY COUNCIL Legislative Request Form Committee: Claims Committee Date: Monday, September 20, 2021 From: Andrew Koldin Subject Highbridge / Prime Development, Inc. Background Info: Evaluation/Analysis Recommendation Friday, September 17, 2021