Vice Chair Lane called the public hearing to order at 5:30 p.m. concerning the proposed 2002 Small Cities Program.   Edward Marx, Planning Commissioner, introduced David Carlson, consultant, and provided the Board with a summary of the 2002 Small Cities Application.

 "Tompkins County is proposing to continue and expand the Homeownership Program originally developed and funded in 1993, and re-funded in 1994, 1996, 1999, and 2000.  A $600,000 grant is requested that will enable the County to assist an additional 20-25 first-time homebuyers.

 "The terms, conditions, and policies now being utilized will be continued as part of Tompkins County Homeownership Program VI.  Basic terms include the following:

? Assistance of up to $25,000 will be provided as a second mortgage, all of which or a portion, which will be deferred for a period of five years.
? Applicants will be required to commit to a minimum of two percent of the purchase price or $1,500 (whichever is greater) toward down payment and closing costs.
? Applications must show that a minimum of 23 percent of their annual income will be used for housing expenses.
? Up to $10,000 will be permitted to be used for rehabilitation.  No "handyman specials" will be permitted to be purchased under the program.

 "Better Housing for Tompkins County, a local not-for-profit, will continue to provide housing counseling and other administrative services as part of the program.  Financial counseling has been intensified in recent years to better meet the needs of program participation.

 "Local lenders are expected to commit themselves to participating in the program.  In 2000, lenders committed $3,750,000 in additional mortgage funds to the program.  Lenders are also expected to continue to reduce fees and closing costs associated with home purchases."

 No one from the public wished to speak.  Vice Chair Lane declared the public hearing closed at 5:32 p.m.

Public Hearing - Acquisition by the County of private lands pursuant to the Eminent Domain Procedures Law

 Vice Chair Lane called the public hearing to order at 5:32 concerning the possible acquisition by the County of private lands pursuant to the Eminent Domain Procedures Law.  The purpose of the acquisition is to widen N. Triphammer Road and shall allow comment from the public, and will review public use to be served and the impact on the environment and residents of the locality and asked if anyone wishes to speak.   Mr. Lane explained the Board will need to consider a resolution later in the meeting to hold a public hearing on this matter at the March 19th Board meeting.   This will allow for the necessary time to publish legal notices relating to this hearing.

 No member of the public wished to speak.  Vice Chair Lane declared the public hearing closed at 5:34 p.m.
 

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Roll Call of Members

 Members and guests participated in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

 Present: 12 Representatives. Excused - 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).

Privilege of the Floor by the Public

 Jay Franklin, Assistant Director of the Assessment Department, stated he feels there is a lack of senior exemptions and Enhanced STAR exemptions coming into the Assessment Office.  The application is due March 1 and at this time they are at 59 percent of combined exemptions returned.   Mr. Franklin said there are other exemptions that are still outstanding, and noted people do not have to wait until income tax returns are filed to submit an application.  He said a media campaign is underway and asked that Board members take this information to their constituencies and urge residents to apply.   At the request of Mr. Proto, Mr. Franklin will supply Board members with a list of their constituents who received exemptions last year.

 Mr. Lane recognized students in attendance from the Ithaca High School's Participation in Government class.

Privilege of the Floor by  Board Members

 Mr. Penniman, District No. 15 Representative, said last week he attended a government class at Cornell on budgeting and economics.  He said it related well to the article in today's Ithaca Journal where Assemblyman Luster suggested there should be a new tax bracket for higher income citizens to help raise money.  Mr. Penniman said there are some good reasons for this and he has a report from the class he will copy and distribute to all Board members.  He said one interesting economic point that he noted was that taxing the higher income people is less likely to take money out of the local economy than it would to continue passing the taxes onto the property taxes.

 Ms. Herrera, District No. 3 Representative, reported she attended an interesting exhibit at the Dewitt Historical Museum on migrant workers in the Northeast, and recommended that people take a look at it.  She also reported she and Representative Robertson visited Ithaca High School and spoke to seniors about serving on the Board of Representatives.  Ms. Herrera expressed great enthusiasm about the experience and thanked Mr. Van Avery and the other teachers for having them there.

 Mrs. Schuler, District No. 4 Representative, announced this month's Kiwanis Officer of the Month is Tompkins County Deputy Dawn Caulkins for her diligence and being first on the scene during the recent arrests at Tompkins Cortland Community College.  She noted this is the second time Ms. Caulkin's has received this honor.

 Mr. Lane, District No. 14 Representative, expressed condolences to the family of Jim Bobnick who passed away over the past weekend.  Mr. Bobnick was a long-time active resident of the Dryden Community and former Dryden School Board President.

 Ms. McBean, District No. 2 Representative, said Black History Month continues to be celebrated in Tompkins County and invited Board members to stop by Southside Community Center where each Saturday the Center has been offering a speaker series on black issues.

Privilege of the Floor by Town Supervisor

 Mark Varvayanis, Town of Dryden Supervisor, read and submitted the following statement:

 "I would like to thank you for inviting me here to have this little chat.  I am sure that regular communication will help to keep us moving forward.

 "I would like to start by thanking you again for the help you gave Dryden last year in regards to having our flood maps redrawn.  You may recall that I asked for a resolution from you supporting our request for overflights.  Your support was I am sure instrumental in our success in getting the remapping accomplished.  The new map shows that we were correct in our assumption that the Forest Home Mobile Home Park is not in the flood plain.   This information has made it possible to go forward with an attempt at a rather ambitious program to improve the neighborhood.  This program continues to rely on your support in addition to that of state and federal agencies; we are also utilizing many resources from the private sector.

 "I hope we can continue advancing our record of cooperation as we work on the Aquifer Studies; I am sure we are all in agreement that clean water is this County's most valuable natural resource.  The mixing of ground and surface water makes it imperative that we protect both.  The Town of Dryden has $30,000 in its 2002 budget for the studies; some of the other towns are also committed to seeing this project come to fruition.  If we are to guarantee a level of participation by the U.S. Geological survey in future years, a program must be started.  I personally think that it would be valuable to lock in a funding commitment this year.  Clearly the County will not be able to commit a significant amount of money this year, but I hope we can count on your participation in some manner.

 "There are ways the County can be involved without expending much money.  For instance, I  understand that the State requires a report to be filed whenever a new well is dug or drilled. This is I believe a new law that has not been well utilized because the State is obviously preoccupied with other issues.  These reports contain much information that would expand our knowledge of the local aquifers.  The Dryden Conservation Advisory Council sent a letter to the Water Resources Council suggesting that the County begin to accumulate groundwater data by requiring well data to be filed with the County.  The County could require a copy of that report be filed with the County Health Department.  This would place a minimal burden on our citizens, cost the County almost nothing, and would eventually develop into a very useful source of information.

 "I would also like to tell you that there is interest in getting improved bus service on Ellis Hollow Road and Snyder Hill Road.  Dryden will work with the Tompkins County Transportation Council to investigate the level of desire.  There has been some talk about setting up a special benefit district to help subsidize the service if that is necessary.   Many of you know how difficult that would be.  The ridership necessary to support the busses will probably be there if the support needed for the formation of a district is there; however, it is an interesting concept and I would at least like to explore the possibility.

 "Many people don't realize that we are working more closely now than in the past.  I don't mean just the policy makers but probably even more importantly it is happening more often automatically at the department level.  The result is improved efficiency.  Now more than ever we owe it to our residents to maximize the value of their tax dollar. I know that you share my concern in that regard.

 "Thank you again for your time and willingness to listen".

 Edward Marx, Planning Commissioner, introduced Heather McDaniel who was recently hired as a Planner.  He said she is already involved in a number of projects, including economic development and housing.

Report from the County Administrator

 Mr. Whicher had no report.
 

Report from the County Attorney

 Mr. Wood had no report.

Report from the Finance Director

 Mr. Squires reported the Board would soon be receiving an announcement in regard to a bond anticipation note sale that will be coming forth on March 14th.  He said financing will be in the amount of $4 million and will be for the Cooperative Extension, Tompkins Community Action, and Tompkins Cortland Community College.  Mr. Squires also announced the auction on foreclosed properties will be held on May 11th.  Ms. Kiefer asked if the City would be participating in that auction.  Mr. Squires responded that he does not have a definite answer at this time; however, it appears likely the City will participate.

Resolution(s) to be Added to the Agenda

 It was MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Ms. Blanchard, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to add the resolution entitled Designation of Physical Space and Assignment of Name – Sciencenter Expansion Projects to the agenda:

 It was MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Mr. Proto, to add the resolution entitled Designation of Individual to be Honored on the Wall of Inspiration – Sciencenter Expansion   Project to the agenda.  A voice vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 11, Noes – 1 (Representative Kiefer); Excused – 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).  MOTION CARRIED.

 It was MOVED by Ms. Blanchard, seconded by Mr. Penniman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present,  to add the resolution to the agenda entitled Authorization To Conduct A Public Hearing – Proposed Acquisition of Property for the Widening and Reconstruction of North Triphammer Road.

Withdrawal of Resolution(s) from the Agenda

 Vice Chair Lane gave the appropriate committee chairs permission to withdraw the following resolution(s) from the agenda:

Authorizing Salary Increases for Positions with Salaries Specifically Authorized by Board Resolution Above the Salary Range
Appropriation from Contingent Fund and Budget Adjustment -  AIDS Work – Community Health Services – Health Department

Approval of Appointment(s) and Resolution(s) Under the Consent Agenda

 It was MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Ms. Kiefer, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to approve the following appointment(s) and resolutions(s) under the Consent Agenda:

 Appointment(s)

Tompkins County Youth Board
Jan Gorovitz – Probation Department Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004
Todd Jusko – City of Ithaca Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003

Mental Health Subcommittee
John Beau Saul – At-Large Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004
Mary Hutchens – Mental Health Services Board Representative – term expires December 31,    2005
Larry Roberts - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003
Flora Gross Sagan - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002

Mental Health – Mental Retardation/Developmental Disability Subcommittee
Carol Booth - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003
Melissa Brous - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2005
Joanie Groome - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003

Mental Health - Substance Abuse Subcommittee
David B. Spano - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002
Annjeanette Kircher - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002
Mary Chapman - Mental Health Services Board Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003

Board of Health
Dan Winch – County Representative – term to expire December 31, 2007

Public Information Advisory Board
Kathryn McGriff – term to expire December 31, 2003
Satomi Z. Hill – term to expire December 31, 2002
Charles Broadhead – term to expire December 31, 2002
Geoff Dunn – term to expire December 31, 2002
Larry Roberts – term to expire December 31, 2002
George Eberhardt – term to expire December 31, 2003
Sean Killeen – term to expire December 31, 2003
Anne C. Ryan – term to expire December 31, 2003

Criminal Justice Advisory /Alternatives to Incarceration Board
Susan Robinson – At-Large Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002

Fire, Disaster and EMS Advisory Board
John W. Smith – Town of Danby Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003

Family Court Advisory Council
Marie-Lucile Mauboussin – School Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004
Louise Miller –At-Large Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004
Patricia Karr-Segal – Family and Children’s Services Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004

Strategic Tourism Planning Board
David Sparrow – Retail Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003
William Kavan – At Large Representative – term to expire December 31, 2003
Carol Chock – Culture Representative – term to expire December 31, 2004
Katy Pearce – Culture Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002

Environmental Management Council
David Weir – Town of Ithaca Representative – term to expire December 31, 2002

RESOLUTION NO. 17 - AUTHORIZATION FOR TRANSFER OF POSITION AND FISCAL TARGET ADJUSTMENT -  INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES AND FINANCE DEPARTMENTS

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Ms. Kiefer, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present under the Consent Agenda.

 WHEREAS, Information Technology Services (ITS) is restructuring its organizational plan for 2002, and
 WHEREAS, the organizational changes have resulted in a plan to incorporate the position of Financial Systems Administrator within the ITS Department, and
 WHEREAS, the Financial Systems Administrator position will be under the direct administrative oversight of the Director of ITS, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Information Technology Services Policy, Government Operations and Budget and Capital Committees, That the position of Financial Systems Administrator be transferred from the Finance Department to the ITS Department effective immediately,
 RESOLVED, further, That the job code for the position of Financial Systems Administrator will be 16-766,
 RESOLVED, further, That the following budget adjustment be made for the remainder of 2002:
 FROM:   A1315.51000278 Financial Systems Administrator $52,052
    A1315.58800    Fringes           $13,676
 TO:   A1680.51000 Financial Systems Administrator $52,052
    A1680.58800 Fringes     $13,676
 RESOLVED, further, That a Fiscal Target adjustment be made to decrease the Finance Department Fiscal Target (Base Budget) by $68,374 with a commensurate increase in the ITS Fiscal Target (Base Budget) of $68,374.
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RESOLUTION NO. 18 - BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS – VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Ms. Kiefer, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, under the Consent Agenda.

 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety, Health and Human Services, Public Works Committees, That the Director of Finance be directed to make the following budget adjustments on his books:

PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Sheriff (#1)
Revenue Acct           Title      Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
3113  44389           Other Public Safety  $10,200  3113  54319 Program Supplies
Explanation:  Monies needed to purchase the car seats for the Child Passenger Safety Program grant.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
Office for the Aging (#2)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6771  43803  State Revenue  $77  6771 54330 Printing
6771  43803  State Revenue  $41  6771 54412 Travel & Training
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused State monies to be used in 2002 from State Ombudsman Program.

Office for the Aging (#3)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6775  44772  Federal Revenue  $6,661  6775 51000060 Salary
6775  44772  Federal Revenue  $   279  6775 54330 Printing
6775  44772  Federal Revenue  $   879  6775 58800 Fringes
6775  44772  Federal Revenue  $    72  6775 54400 Program
  Expense
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused Federal monies to be used in 2002 for Title V Program (Senior Community Employment).

Office for the Aging (#4)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6777  43803    State Revenue  $  370  6777  54472 Telephone
6777  43803  State Revenue  $  689  6777  54491 Subcontract
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused State monies in 2002 from CSE (Community Services for the Elderly) Program.

Office for the Aging (#5)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6780  43803  State Revenue  $   159  6780  51000673  Salary
6780  43803  State Revenue  $   458  6780  51000513  Salary
6780  43803  State Revenue  $   282  6780  54330        Printing
6780  43803  State Revenue  $   231  6780  54472        Telephone
6780  43803  State Revenue  $   156  6780  58800        Fringes
6780  43803  State Revenue  $4,202   6780  54491        Subcontract
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused State monies to be used in 2002 from EISEP (Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly) Program.

Office for the Aging (#6)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6781  44772  Federal Revenue  $ 1,627  6781  51000559  Salary
6781  44772  Federal Revenue  $   129  6781  54414        Local
     Mileage
6781  44772  Federal Revenue  $   455  6781  58800        Fringes
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused Federal monies to be used in 2002 for Title III-E (Caregiver’s Support Program).

Office for the Aging (#7)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6782  43803  State Revenue  $4,242  6782  51000559 Salary
6782  43803  State Revenue  $     43  6782  54303 Supplies
6782  43803  State Revenue  $   249  6782  54332 Books
6782  43803  State Revenue  $     75  6782  54412 Travel & Training
6782  43803  State Revenue  $     25  6782  54416 Membership Dues
6782  43803  State Revenue  $   306  6782  54472 Telephone
6782 43803  State Revenue  $1,041  6782  58800 Fringes
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused State monies to be used in 2002 from CRC (Caregiver’s Resource Center) Program.

Office for the Aging (#8)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6795  44772  Federal Revenue  $1,401  6795  51000559 Salary
6795  44772  Federal Revenue  $     34  6795  54330 Printing
6795  44772  Federal Revenue  $   350  6795  58800 Fringes
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused Federal monies to be used in 2002, for Account III-D (Alzheimer’s Support Program).

Office for the Aging (#9)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6798  44772  Federal Revenue  $    771  6798  51000559 Salary
6798  44772  Federal Revenue  $      21  6798  54330 Printing
6798  44772  Federal Revenue  $    265  6798  54412 Travel &
   Training
6798  44772  Federal Revenue  $      18  6798  58800 Fringes
Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused Federal monies to be used in 2002, for account Title VII, the Federal Ombudsman Program.

Office for the Aging (#12)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6796  44772  Federal Revenue  $1,518       6796  51000517 Salary
6796  44772  Federal Revenue  $2,265      6796  55440    Program
   Expense
6796  44772  Federal Revenue  $   281      6796  54414    Local
   Mileage
6796  44772  Federal Revenue  $1,129       6796  58800    Fringes

Explanation:  Reappropriation of unused Federal monies to be used in 2002 from the WRAP (Weatherization) Program.  This account runs from August 1, 2001 – July 31, 2002.

Social Services (#11)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
6010  42770  Other Misc. Revenue $1,000  6010  54332 Books
Explanation:  The Friends of the Library has awarded $1,000 to the Department of Social Services to fund the purchase of books which will make up a lending library for prospective and current foster and adoptive parents in Tompkins County.

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Public Works – Highway (#13)
Revenue Acct  Title   Amt  Approp Acct Title(s) ---------__________
D5111  44589  Federal Aid, Bridges $257,270 D5111  54411 Bridge Contracts
D5111  43589  State Aid, Bridges $  46,200 D5111  54411 Bridge Contracts
Explanation:  Bridge Painting:  Federal share, eighty percent (80%) and State share, fifteen percent (15%) of work that could not be completed due to state budget delays.  Local share of costs encumbered from 2001 budget.

Report from the Budget and Capital Committee

 Mr. Penniman, Chairman, reported the Committee met last week and discussed a number of resolutions on the agenda.  There was also discussion about a payment situation with TCAT where there is some money currently going from the County to the City via TCAT.  The discussion was about making that payment directly from the County to the City; however, before that could be done there needs to be further discussion.  Mr. Penniman said the Committee began discussing early budget projections for 2003, which appears to be another difficult budget year.  The Committee will begin reviewing capital projects at upcoming meetings.

Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Public Safety Committee

 Mrs. Schuler, Chair, reported the Committee met on February 7 and approved resolutions that appear on the agenda for this meeting.   She said she was not present at that meeting and deferred her report to Ms. Blanchard.

 Ms. Blanchard said the Committee discussed the PINS 18 Departmental Plan and the interdepartmental response to questions that were asked by the State.  She stated this new legislation has the potential of costing the County a lot of money.

RESOLUTION NO.  19 - APPROPRIATION FROM CONTINGENT FUND FOR TERMINAL PAY AT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE

 MOVED by Mrs. Schuler, seconded by Mr. Totman.  A short roll call vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 12, Noes – 0, Excused – 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).  RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

 WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Office had an employee, Judith Miller, retire effective January 30, 2002, at a cost of $21,101 for terminal pay, and
 WHEREAS, the Fiscal Policy of Tompkins County allows for terminal pay from the Contingent Fund, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Safety Committee and the Budget and Capital Committees, That the Director of Finance appropriate a total $21,101 to the Sheriff’s budget for terminal pay,
 RESOLVED, further, That the money be distributed to the following accounts:
FROM:  A1990.54440 Contingent Fund $21,101
TO:  A3110.51000 Regular Pay $16,747
    A3110.58800 Fringe        4,354
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Announcement

 Mr. Lane announced the Public Officials Conference sponsored by the Tompkins County Emergency Management Committee and New York State Emergency Management Office has been changed to April 4, 2002 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Holiday Inn.  This is the meeting for all village, town, City, and County legislative officials to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of local officials as partners with the state and federal governments in emergency management and preparedness.

Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Health and Human Services Committee

 Mr. Winch, Chairman, reported the Committee met on February 12.  At that meeting a request to fill a position through the soft hiring freeze was approved for the Office for the Aging.  He said the Committee also received a summary and evaluation of the Foodnet Meal Plan and will discuss it at the next meeting.  Mr. Winch said in an effort to better educate the Committee, they will be holding monthly presentations by departments and agencies about programs and areas of special concern.  At the meeting on February 12 Shella Chase and Judy Voorheis of the Foster and Adoptive Parent Recruitment Training and Support Program provided the Committee with a presentation on the functions of that program.  Mr. Winch also announced the Friends of the Library have donated funds to be used towards the purchase of a lending library for the adults of that program and a grant was received to provide literature to the children in that program.    Margaret Dill, Executive Director of the Human Services Coalition, was also in attendance, and reported to the Committee on the work plan for human services planning and Information and Referral Services.

RESOLUTION NO. 20 - APPROVAL OF PINS 18, INTERDEPARTMENTAL, "PLAN" – DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, PROBATION, AND YOUTH BUREAU

 MOVED by Mr. Winch, seconded by Ms. Blanchard.  Mr. Booth said he voted against this at the Committee level because he does not feel it constitutes a plan.  Mr. Wood said when the New York State Legislature changed the date this would become effective they added to the Law that counties would prepare a plan.  He said this is the plan the County has prepared in accordance with that law.  Mr. Winch stated the cost of this new legislation is not known at this time.    Mr. Whicher said the State is asking for a plan; however, is not stating where the money is going to come from.  He questioned whether it would be wise to provide the State with a detailed plan if there are no funds.  He said the document referred to in the resolution provides a description of what Tompkins County will do; however, does not provide details because without funds it is not known how it will be implemented.  A voice vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 9, Noes – 3 (Representatives Booth, Penniman, and Proto); Excused – 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson). RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

WHEREAS, a letter, dated November 14, 2001, was received by the Chair of the Tompkins County Board of Representatives from the Director of the Office of Strategic Planning and Policy Development of the New York State Office of Children & Family Services (OCFS), and
WHEREAS, this letter requested that a “Plan” be submitted that outlines how the County is preparing for and how it will implement the new PINS 18 jurisdiction legislation, and
WHEREAS, a multi-agency group was convened to “project the impact of the legislation and to identify services needed,” and
WHEREAS, representatives from the Department of Social Services, the Probation Department, and the Youth Bureau have documented and prepared a "Plan" for the PINS 18 legislation, now therefore be it
RESOLVED, on recommendations of the Health and Human Services and Public Safety Committees, That the Interdepartmental PINS 18 "PLAN" is approved for submission to the New York State Office of Children & Family Services.
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Report from the Information Technology Services Policy Committee

 Mr. Winch, Chairman, had no report.

Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Public Works Committee

 Ms. Blanchard said at the February 7 Committee meeting Pete Messmer, Highway Manger, reported based on the New York State Highway Superintendents Association meeting he recently attended in Albany, that the CHIPS operation and maintenance funds in 2001 will also not be funded in 2002.   Additionally, the CHIPS capital funds, which total $1.0 million for Tompkins County, are in jeopardy in the State budget.  The advice delivered to the County highway superintendents was not to spend the anticipated funding until the budget is approved to see if the funds are available.  Mr. Messmer reminded the Committee that this million dollars is equal to the amount of the highway materials budget.  He stated that he needs to be advancing his summer work program, now, and that in order to keep the highway program on track, he cannot wait until the State budget is settled to proceed.  Steve Whicher stated that he has been in contact with NYSAC about this same issue.  This year, the added circumstances created by the events of September 11, 2001 and impacts from the proposed federal budget, makes the situation even more uncertain than usual.

 Ms. Blanchard stated Mr. Messmer was directed to prepare month-to month report on activities and expenditures to keep us appraised of the highway program status and risk to the County for 2002.  He could use funds available in another part of the highway budget (approximately $200,000) now, to begin to stockpile needed materials, etc.  A presentation will also be made to the Budget and Capital Committee on this topic.

 Ms. Blanchard reported on the Air Service Task Force, and stated that the Consultants, Nammack Associates and Back Associates had addressed the Task Force at its last meeting.  She said the charge was to prepare a service presentation to United Airlines in good draft form but it was suggested to wait until after the first quarter of 2002, and then re-examine pursuing other airlines.  There was discussion of providing services to Washington, D.C. with more fuel-efficient planes, and because Washington is a United Airlines hub, would increase access to the western U.S.  It was suggested by the consultant that the County keep its presentation to United polished, in order that it can be made when the time is right to do so.

 Robert Nicholas, Airport Manger, reported to the Task Force he has applied for funds from the AIR 21 program.  He has received support for this from State Representatives Hinchey and Schumer.  If accepted there would be funds available up to $500,000 for three years.  Ms. Blanchard reported that Mr. Nicholas would like to use the funds to lower fares to increase enmplanements and do additional marketing.

 Mr. Nicholas also reported to the Task Force that in 1995, the Airport entered into a contract with SmartCarte for ten carts at the Airport.  Since SmartCarte has requested to raise the price of the carts to $3, Bob has decided instead to purchase the ten carts with convenient placement in the terminal for free use by the Airport users.

 Ms. Blanchard also provided the Board with an update on recycling revenues.  She said there is an expected surplus of recycling revenue of $85,961.  Ms. Eckstrom also told the Committee that she anticipates about $45,000 surplus revenues from disposal.  All of the 2001 year-end receipts will be in by the end of February, when final reports can be prepared.  The Committee also was updated on the ENRON scandal, and was told it had some relevance to Tompkins County since there was a hedge price for cardboard with Waste Management through ENRON which totaled about $10,000.   She said this will have little or no impact because of Broome County revenues of $2,500-$3,000 per month, season market fluctuations, and conservative disposal revenues.  Ms. Eckstrom was asked to prepare monthly reports on the revenue for the Committee, including a breakdown by commodity.

RESOLUTION NO. 21 - CHANGE IN POSITIONS - PUBLIC WORKS

 MOVED by Ms. Blanchard, seconded by Mr. Todd, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

 WHEREAS, it was agreed that the one Cleaner position in the Highway Division would be transferred to the Facilities Division when the new Bostwick Road facility was complete, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Works and Budget and Capital Committees, That one position of Cleaner, labor grade D (8-401), 40 hours per week, be abolished effective February 11, 2002, in the Highway Division,
 RESOLVED, further, That one position of Cleaner, labor grade D (8-401), 35 hours per week, be created effective February 11, 2002, in the Facilities Division,
 RESOLVED, further, That the Finance Director be directed to make the following adjustments to his books:

 From:   DM5130.51000  Salary   $17,335
  DM5130.58800  Fringes           4,871
  DM5130.54470  Building Repairs     2,500

 To: A1620.51000  Salary   $17,335
  A1620.58800  Fringes       4,871
  A1620.54311  Facilities Maintenance     2,500

 RESOLVED, further, That the Fiscal Target for the Highway Division be reduced by $31,182 and the Fiscal Target for the Facilities Division be increased by $28,049.
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RESOLUTION NO. 22 - AUTHORIZATION TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING – PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR THE WIDENING AND RECONSTRUCTION OF NORTH TRIPHAMMER ROAD

  MOVED by Ms. Blanchard, seconded by Mr. Winch, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.  According to Mr. Wood, this resolution is being passed again because of public notice time requirements.  Mr. Booth asked if the County acquires an easement and that land is contaminated, does the County also acquire liability.  Ms. Blanchard said Mr. Wood has looked into this.

 WHEREAS, funding for the North Triphammer Road improvement is in jeopardy unless the project can be moved forward in an expeditious manner, and
 WHEREAS, negotiations for approximately ten of the parcels needed to complete acquisition of the right-of-way for the project have not yet been completed, and
 WHEREAS, the County intends to pursue all means to complete these negotiations in a timely manner without necessitating legal measures but must provide for the contingency that the properties in question may need to be acquired via eminent domain procedures as a last resort, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Public Works Committee, That the Board of Representatives conduct a public hearing pursuant to Section 201 of the Eminent Domain Procedure Law at the Tompkins County Courthouse on the 19th day of March, 2002, at 5:30 o'clock in the evening thereof,
 RESOLVED, further, That the purpose of said hearing is to inform the public and to review the public use to be served by the widening of North Triphammer Road in the Town of Lansing and the impact on the environment and residents of the locality where said project will be constructed,
 RESOLVED, further, That pursuant to Section 202 of the Eminent Domain Procedure Law, the Clerk of the Board shall cause to be published at least ten days and not more than 30 days prior to said hearing a notice of same in at least five consecutive issues of the Ithaca Journal.
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Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Planning Committee

 Ms. Kiefer, Chair, reported the Committee has not met since the last Board meeting.  The next meeting will be February 21 at 2 p.m.  She said the Environmental Management Council had invited all Board members to attend their meeting this month at which there was a speaker from NYPIRG on the Pesticide Neighbor Notification Law.   She said the presentation was informative and hopes the EMC will come forward with a recommendation on whether the County should opt in or not.

 Mr. Proto said yesterday it was reported that Senator Schumer was at Cooperative Extension to discuss agriculture policy and the impact of federal legislation on the local farmers.   Ms. Kiefer said this issue would fall under the auspices of the Planning Committee; however, she did not know anything about the visit from Senator Schumer.   There was no information on this available from any Board member.

Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Government Operations Committee

 Mr. Booth, Vice Chairman, reported the Committee met on February 12 and discussed a possible Charter change that would put the lawyers in the Department of Social Services under the direction of the County Attorney’s office.  He said there was a split vote by the Committee and the proposal subsequently was defeated.  Mr. Booth said there was also discussion with the Assessment Department about the possibility of taking part in a program under the State Real Property Tax Law to provide certain tax exemptions to first-time homeowners of newly constructed homes.  There was a series of questions about how that program would work and whom it would target.  Following discussion, the Committee did not support moving that proposal forward.   The Committee also provided the County Administrator input on the form that is being used in the soft-hir ing review.   Mr. Booth said the Committee discussed many other items on the agenda, including the resolutions that follow.

 Mr. Proto said the Board had a resolution asking for consideration of a property tax exemption from Gold Star Parents at one time.  He recalled this was deferred back to the Committee, and asked for the status of this.   Mr. Whicher said he believes this lost in Committee; however, he will look into it further.

RESOLUTION NO. 23 - AUTHORIZATION FOR CONTINGENT FUND APPROPRIATION TO COVER OUTSIDE LEGAL FEES RELATED TO COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM LAWSUIT - COUNTY ATTORNEY

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mr. Totman.  A short roll call vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 12, Noes – 0, Excused - 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).  RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

 WHEREAS, outside counsel was obtained to facilitate the County's defense in the recent communications system lawsuit imposed by the Town of Ithaca and several other parties, and
 WHEREAS, the County has been billed by Harris Beach, LLP, for legal services through December 19, 2001, in the amount of $339.69, and
 WHEREAS, payment is now due, and
 WHEREAS, total bills to date in this case amount to $9,031.21, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and Budget and Capital Committees, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation:

 FROM:  A1990.54400 Contingent Fund   $339.69
 TO:  A1420.54442 Professional Services  $339.69
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RESOLUTION NO. 24 - AUTHORIZATION FOR CONTINGENT FUND APPROPRIATION TO COVER OUTSIDE LEGAL FEES RELATED TO REDISTRICTING LAWSUIT - COUNTY ATTORNEY

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Ms. Kiefer. A short roll call vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 12, Noes – 0, Excused - 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).  RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

 WHEREAS, outside counsel was obtained to facilitate the County's defense in the recent redistricting lawsuit imposed by the Town of Ithaca and several other parties, and
 WHEREAS, the County has been billed by Harris Beach, LLP, for legal services through December 19, 2001, in the amount of $304.27, and
 WHEREAS, payment is now due, and
 WHEREAS, total bills to date in this case amount to $54,882.95, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations and Budget and Capital Committees, That the Director of Finance be authorized and directed to make the following budget appropriation:
 FROM:  A1990.54400 Contingent Fund   $304.27
 TO:  A1420.54442 Professional Services  $304.27
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RESOLUTION NO. 25 - TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 25 OF FEBRAURY 20, 2001 – DETERMINATION AND CERTIFICATION OF COUNTY  CLERK’S ALLOWANCE – ANNUAL EXPENSES FOR    ADMINISTERING MORTGAGE TAX

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mr. Proto, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

 WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 262 of the Tax Law, recording officers are entitled to receive all their necessary expenses for purposes of administering mortgage taxes in their offices on approval and allowance by the State Tax Commission, and
 WHEREAS, the State Tax Commission, by resolution duly adopted July 1, 1946, did determine that such mortgage tax expenses be approved at the same amount certified by the State Tax Commission by the County Board of Representatives provided it is a reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses, and
 WHEREAS, the County Clerk has conducted a cost analysis and has recommended that the allowance for mortgage tax expenses be increased from $56,895 per annum to $67,610 per annum, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the sum of $67,610 per annum be, and the same hereby is, determined as a reasonable and necessary allowance of the Tompkins County Clerk, the recording officer of the County of Tompkins, for the hire of clerks and assistants and other expenses to assist in the administration of the mortgage recording tax law in her office, and that said sum of $67,610 is hereby certified to the State Tax Commission as the reasonable and necessary allowance for such expenses,
 RESOLVED, further, That the Clerk of the Board of Representatives is hereby directed to send a certified copy of this resolution, with her original signature thereon, to the State Tax Commission,
 RESOLVED, further, That this resolution shall take effect immediately.
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RESOLUTION NO. 26 - AUTHORIZING CHANGE IN COURT ATTENDANTS HOURLY REIMBURSEMENT RATE

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mr. Penniman, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

          WHEREAS, the New York State Unified Court System and the Office of Supreme and County Court Clerks have authorized an increase in the base hourly rate for Court Attendant’s, and
 WHEREAS, it is recommended that regular Court Attendants be reimbursed at the rate of $7.11 per hour and where extra responsibilities are warranted such as assignment to magnetometer support, Family Court calendars, and courtroom coordination duties Court Attendants are authorized to receive $8.11 per hour, and
 WHEREAS, a minimum of one hour’s pay will be paid to any Court Attendant reporting for duty and time-and-one half rates will be paid for over forty hours per week, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Board of Representatives authorizes changing the Court Attendants base hourly rate of pay effective January 1, 2002, from  $6.90 to $7.11 and from $7.90 to $8.11 for extra responsibilities.
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RESOLUTION NO. 27 - REFUND OF TAXES – TOWN OF NEWFIELD (12.-1-4)

 MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mrs. Schuler, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

 WHEREAS, this Board is informed that an error has been made in the 2000, 2001, and 2002 tax roll of the Town of Newfield, namely parcel 12.-1-4, assessed to Newfield Central School and Garage, was erroneously charged for the Newfield Water District that included the portion that is attributable to the operation and maintenance of the water district,  now therefore be it
 WHEREAS, the Department of Assessment assessed the water district charge on the tax roll as directed by the Town of Newfield, and
WHEREAS, the entry for the Newfield Water District Charge included charges for the maintenance and operation of the water system which was bonded prior to 1953 and according to the New York State Real Property Tax Law Section 408, the charges for the maintenance and operation can not be assessed to a school district or a board of cooperative education services (BOCES), now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Government Operations Committee, That the Town of Newfield Tax Collector is directed to correct the 1999-2000 tax roll, the 2000-2001 tax roll and the 2001-2002 tax roll,
 RESOLVED, further, That the amount of $5772.05 for the year 1999-2000, $5,076.92 for the year 2000-2001 and $4,652.49 for the year 2001-2002 be refunded to Newfield Central School and Garage,
 RESOLVED, further, That the amount of $14,895.35 be charged back to the Town of Newfield and that $606.11 be charged back to Tompkins County for penalties and interest.
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Report and Presentation of Resolution(s) from the Economic and Workforce Development Committee

 Ms. Herrera, Vice Chair, reported the Committee met on February 14 and received a report on liaison assignments.  The Committee also received a report from Tompkins County Area Development.  She said in addition to the public relations, marketing, and development, the Committee also received a report from the TCAD strategy coordination committee on activities that included an interesting presentation to BOCES about the Danby school proposal.  She said the original concept was about a prep for agriculture, horticulture, and food system jobs; however, it looks like it might be good training for some manufacturing and high tech jobs as well.    Ms. Herrera said the Committee also received a reports from the Industrial Development Agency on activities, including the Cornell refinancing on the tax- exempt bond that took place February 12-15 in New York City, parts and materials, the Gateway project, the Airport Service Task Force and a possible proposal to U.S. Airways.  In addition, the Committee also received a report from the Strategic Tourism Planning Board.  Ms. Herrera said there was discussion about Project Labor Agreements, and a working group was set up.

RESOLUTION NO. 28 - EXPANSION OF THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE STRATEGIC TOURISM PLANNING BOARD

 MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Ms. McBean, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

 WHEREAS, tourism has become a growing and important sector of the County’s economy, and
 WHEREAS, tourism can increase jobs, and increase sales and property tax income if planned appropriately, and
 WHEREAS, tourism can improve the quality of life for County residents at the same time it attracts visitors from outside the County, and
 WHEREAS, the current membership of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) is limited to specific categories, and the committee would benefit from the expertise from other areas that contribute to the tourism development program, but do not fit into the current specified categories for membership, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Economic and Workforce Development Committee, That the membership of the STPB be expanded to include:

? One Restaurant Representative, Voting Member, term March 1, 2002 – December 31, 2004, three year term  thereafter;
? Government Transportation Representative, Ex-Officio Status, term: March 1, 2002 – December 31, 2004, three year term  thereafter; and
? Tompkins County Area Development Representative, Ex-Officio Status, term on-going.
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RESOLUTION NO.  29 - AMENDING BYLAWS FOR THE STRATEGIC TOURISM PLANNING BOARD TO INCREASE MEMBERSHIP

 MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Mr. Proto.  Ms. Kiefer referred to the quorum statement contained in the bylaws and stated it refers to a quorum as a majority of voting members.  She asked if this included vacant seats.  She said it is important that this be specified.  Mr. Lane said this could and would be clarified.   A voice vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 12, Noes – 0, Excused – 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).  RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

 WHEREAS, the current membership of the Strategic Tourism Planning Board (STPB) is limited to specific categories, and the committee would benefit from the expertise from other areas that contribute to the tourism development program, but do not fit into the current specified categories for membership, and
 WHEREAS, the reason for such extension is to enjoy the benefit of experience that board members gain from serving on the STPB, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Economic and Workforce Development Committee, That the bylaws for the STPB that were adopted by the Board of Representatives, on June 20, 2000, be amended as follows:

Section 1. Appointment Procedure.
a.  Voting Members

The STPB shall have 15 18 voting members, as follows:
Two hotels/bed and breakfasts representatives
Two representatives from the retail sector
Two Recreation representatives (including agriculture)
Two Culture representatives
Two Arts representatives
One Cornell University Representative
One Ithaca College Representative
Three Media/communications, industry, travel industry
representatives
Two At-large Representatives (approved by Res.272 of 2001)
One Restaurant Representative

b. Non-Voting Members

The STPB shall have 2 6 non-voting members, one from:

The Board of Representatives
Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce (or Convention and Visitors Bureau)
Government Transportation
Tompkins County Area Development
Ithaca Downtown Partnership
Community Arts Partnership

RESOLVED, further, that the bylaws are changed so that the quorum requirements reflect a majority of membership present to vote, and shall read as follows:

Section 2. Quorum.   An official meeting at which votes may be taken shall require that a quorum of eight (8) the majority of voting members be in attendance.
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RESOLUTION NO. 30 - DESIGNATION OF PHYSICAL SPACE AND ASSIGNMENT OF NAME – SCIENCENTER EXPANSION PROJECT

 MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Mrs. Schuler, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present.

 WHEREAS, on November 20, 2001, Resolution No. 292, Funding of Tourism Development Grants – Sciencenter and Historic Ithaca – Budget Appropriation, provided a grant to the Sciencenter in the amount of $25,000 toward Phase III of the expansion of the Sciencenter, and
 WHEREAS, as a result of the grant the County of Tompkins is given the opportunity to select a designated physical area of the Sciencenter to be named as the County deems appropriate, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Economic and Workforce Development Committee, That the area designated by the Sciencenter as the Resource Room is hereby chosen, and shall be named The People of Tompkins County Resource Room.
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RESOLUTION NO. 31 - DESIGNATION OF INDIVIDUAL TO BE HONORED ON THE WALL OF INSPIRATION  – SCIENCENTER EXPANSION PROJECT

 MOVED by Ms. Herrera, seconded by Ms. Blanchard.  Ms. Kiefer said she voted against adding this to the agenda because she does not feel it is ready for Board action.  She referred to the third Whereas which states the individual should have a tie to the Tompkins County area and said she feels the full Board should have agreed on this.  She said because this involves someone in the science area, she would feel more comfortable if the Board had used the scientific expertise available in the community to generate a list of people that could be considered.   She said this resolution lacks an explanation of how this candidate meets any of the criteria and feels language should be added that explains who this is and how the criteria were met.   Mr. Proto agreed with Ms. Kiefer’s comments and said he had intended to ask Ms. Skinner if she could put together a biography on the individual and distribute it to Board members and the media.  He said it may even be helpful to distribute it to the schools.  Mr. Booth asked if it would be possible if that biography be attached to the resolution.    Ms. Kiefer clarified that she does not object to the individual, only the process that was followed.

A voice vote resulted as follows:  Ayes – 11, Noes – 1 (Representative Kiefer); Excused – 3 (Representatives Joseph, Koplinka-Loehr, and Robertson).   RESOLUTION ADOPTED.

 WHEREAS, on November 20, 2001, Resolution No. 292, Funding of Tourism Development Grants – Sciencenter and Historic Ithaca – Budget Appropriation, provided a grant to the Sciencenter in the amount of $25,000 toward Phase III of the expansion of the Sciencenter, and
 WHEREAS, as a result of the grant the County of Tompkins is given the opportunity to select a designated individual to be selected as the County deems appropriate to be placed upon the Wall of Inspiration, located within the Sciencenter, and
 WHEREAS, after reviewing the numerous suggestions of individuals worthy of reviewing and possibly selecting for this honor, a consensus was reached that the individual should have a tie to the Tompkins County area, now therefore be it
 RESOLVED, on recommendation of the Economic and Workforce Development Committee, That Mae Jemison is hereby selected as an individual who meets this criteria (biography attached) and is to be honored on the Wall of Inspiration at the Sciencenter, 601 First Street, Ithaca, New York.
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An Encarta Encyclopedia Article Titled “Jemison, Mae”
http://encarta.msn.com/find/Concise.asp?ti=0367B000

Jemison, Mae (1956 -     ), American astronaut, who became the first African American woman to travel in space.  Born on October 17, 1956, in Decatur, Alabama, Jemison moved to Chicago with her family when she was three years old.  She received a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Stanford University in 1977 and graduated from Cornell University’s medical school in 1981.  Jemison served in the Peace Corps in West Africa from 1983 to 1985.

Jemison joined the space program at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in 1987.  In 1992 she embarked on a mission aboard the space shuttle Endeavor to study the effects of zero gravity on people and animals, becoming the first African American woman in space.  In 1993 Jemison resigned from NASA and established the Jemison Group, a company that researches, develops, and markets advanced technologies.
An Article from the On-Line sight – National Women’s Hall of Fame –
www.greeatwomen.org/profile.php?id=88

Mae Jemison  (1956 -     )

 Medical doctor, engineer, astronaut – Mae Jemison’s skills and expertise reflect a determined individual whose contributions to the nation and the world make a difference.

 Jemison, determined from childhood to explore space, became the first African-American woman in space when she traveled on the Endeavor on September 12, 1992.  Earlier, Jemison spent several years as a Peace Corps physician in West Africa and opened a private practice in Los Angeles.  After her space flight, Jemison took a leave from NASA to lecture and teach at Dartmouth College, focusing on space-age technology and developing nations.  She says that space “is the birthright of everyone who is on this planet.  We need to get every group of people in the world involved because it is something that eventually we in the world community are going to have to share.”

 Jemison heads her own firm in Houston, and travels throughout the world.  Jemison encourages women and minorities to enter scientific fields:  “I want to make sure we all use our talent, not just 25 percent.”  In 1999 Jemison accepted appointment as the President’s Council of Cornell Women Andrew D. White Professor-at-Large at Cornell University.

Report from the Charter Review Committee

 Mr. Lane, Chairman, reported the Committee met and discussed the Weights and Measures Department and the Health Department.  The Committee will meet again next week.

Report from the Communications Capital Project Committee

 Ms. Blanchard, Chair, reported the Committee will meet on February 26th.   She stated the Committee has had a very successful negotiation meeting with the Town of Ithaca and their legal counsel and engineering department on the agreements that need to be in place to move forward with the 911 center on South Hill.

Report from the Space Needs and Location Committee

 Mr. Lane, Vice Chair, reported the Committee met last week and received a presentation from the Consultant, MRB, on the Health Department’s space needs.  He said the engineers discussed several options that ranged from doing a complete rebuild on the location of the Health Department at Biggs B to finding another location.  He said at the end of the presentation there were several questions and the Committee will continue this discussion on February 27th.

Report from the Public Safety Building Planning Committee

 There was no report.

Approval of Minutes of February 5, 2002

 It was MOVED by Mr. Booth, seconded by Mr. Proto, and unanimously adopted by voice vote by members present, to approve the minutes of the February 5, 2002 meeting.  MINUTES APPROVED.

Adjournment

 On motion the meeting adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

Respectfully submitted by Michelle Pottorff, Deputy Clerk, Board of Representatives