1. Meeting Agenda 1.I. April 4, 2024 | Agenda And Active Calendar Documents: 24 AGENDA-ACTIVE-CALENDAR 0404.PDF 2. Supporting Legislation Legislation that is being introduced for the first time 2.I. April 4, 2024 | Supporting Legislation Documents: APRIL 4, 2024.PDF 3. Active Legislation Legislation that was previously introduced and is now being considered by the body 3.I. April 4, 2024 | Active Legislation Documents: 240404 ACTIVE LEGISLATION.PDF 4. Majority Consent (MC) 5. Supporting Document 6. Minutes 7. Written Comment 8. Active Calendar AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALBANY COMMON COUNCIL Thursday, April 4, 2024 The Common Council meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. (note: when Monday falls on a legal holiday or day of special observance, the Council meeting is ordinarily moved to the following Thursday). This meeting will be held in the Common Council Chambers in City Hall and live streamed on Facebook. If we experience any technical difficulties on Facebook, the video will be streamed to YouTube. For more information on how to be heard please visit our website. If you wish to speak during the meeting or provide written comments, they must be received by 12noon on the day of the meeting. All comments are memorialized on our Facebook page, website, and are subject to FOIL. ORDER OF BUSINESS: Roll Call Welcome Pledge of Allegiance Moment of Silence Public Hearings Public Comment Period (30 Minutes) Approval of Minutes from Previous Meetings Consideration of Local Laws Communications from the Mayor, Department Heads and other City Officials Consideration of Vetoes Presentation of Petitions and Communications Reports of Standing Committees Reports of Ad Hoc Committees Consideration of Ordinances Consideration of Resolutions Additional Public Comment (30 Minutes) Miscellaneous or Unfinished Business Adjournment (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 1 of 10 Albany Common Council Active Calendar Thursday, April 4, 2024 The Active Calendar is meant to indicate items which are anticipated to come up for action at the indicated Common Council meeting. Items on a committee agenda prior to the indicated Council meeting are included subject to committee action and recommendation. New items on the agenda for introduction, but which will not be acted upon on the evening of introduction is not included on the Active Calendar. This Calendar does not preclude the addition of items for action by Majority Consent of the Council. Items added by Majority Consent are those which were not available for the agenda within the required deadline but which cannot wait for the subsequent Council meeting for introduction and/or action. Legislation Prime Sponsor Subject Ordinances Held Romero AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XII (VEHICLE AND 38.101.23 TRAFFIC CONTROLS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE Pending Discussion at the Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Ordinances Held Frederick AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE 76.122.23 OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCEL KNOWN AS 280 MOUNT HOPE DRIVE FROM MIXED USE CAMPUS/INSTITUTIONAL (MU-CI) TO MIXED USE-COMMUNITY HIGHWAY (MU-CH) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY Pending Discussion at the Planning, Economic Development & Land Use Committee Meeting on Monday, March 25, 2024 Resolutions Introduced Kimbrough A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF ALBANY’S 32.41.24R APPLICATION FOR RESTORE NY FUNDING FOR THE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE DEMOLITION Resolutions Introduced Johnson A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL 33.41.24R CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN Resolutions Introduced Adams A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL 34.41.24R CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN Resolutions Introduced Keegan A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL 35.41.24R COMMEMORATING APRIL OF 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH Resolutions Introduced Balarin A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING 36.41.24R AND CELEBRATING APRIL 2024 AS ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 2 of 10 Local Laws Held 1 Johnson Local Law C of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO CREATING A PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 6/9/2022* 2 Balarin Local Law G of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING PART 4 (HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION), PART 13 (PLANNING BOARD OF CITY OF ALBANY), AND PART 35 (BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO REDUCING THE SIZE OF THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE MEMBERS TO THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION, CITY PLANNING BOARD, AND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use | Discussed: 12/21/2022* 3 Romero Local Law I of 2022 A LOCAL LAW CREATING A COMMUNITY COMMISSION TO STUDY THE ENACTMENT OF REPARATIONS REMEDIES RELATED TO THE SALE OF CANNABIS IN THE CITY OF ALBANY *Referred to Joint Finance and Human Rights Committee | Discussed: 9/21/2022* 4 Romero Local Law J of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE VIIB (ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT INTERACTIONS) OF PART 1 (DEPARTMENT OF POLICE) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROHIBITING THE ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT FROM PURCHASING, STOCKPILING, AND USING KINETIC ENERGY MUNITIONS *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 9/28/2022* 5 Romero Local Law K of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE VIIB (ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT INTERACTIONS) OF PART 1 (DEPARTMENT OF POLICE) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROHIBITING THE ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT FROM PURCHASING, STOCKPILING, AND USING CHEMICAL WEAPONS *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 9/28/2022* 6 Kimbrough Local Law L of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE VIIB (ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT INTERACTIONS) OF PART 1 (DEPARTMENT OF POLICE) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY WITH REGARD TO THE USE OF CHEMICAL WEAPONS AND KINETIC ENERGY MUNITIONS ON CIVILIAN POPULATIONS *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 9/28/2022* 7 Zamer Local Law M of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) REDUCING THE SPEED LIMIT OF THE CITY OF ALBANY FROM 30 TO 25 MILES PER HOUR *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 9/11/2023* 8 Adams Local Law F of 2023 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING PART 4 (RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY PERMIT AND RENTAL DWELLING REGISTRY) OF CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO REQUIRING SUCH PERMITS FOR SHORT-TERM RENTAL DWELLING UNITS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement | Discussion: 4/3/2024* (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 3 of 10 9 Anane Local Law L of 2023 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING PART II (GENERAL LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ENACTING A NEW CHAPTER 337 TO BE ENTITLED “TOBACCO RETAIL LICENSE” *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 10 Balarin Local Law A of 2024 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING PART 8 (SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO RENAMING AND INCREASING THE SIZE OF THE SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use | Discussion: 4/17/2024* 11 Zamer Local Law B of 2024 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ADDING A NEW PART 42 THERETO CREATING THE CITY OF ALBANY PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLING ADVISORY COMMISSION *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 12 Farrell Local Law C of 2024 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 133 (BUILDING CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE XV (GREEN BUILDING REQUIREMENTS) THERETO AND PROVIDING FOR A COOL ROOF REQUIREMENT *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 4 of 10 Ordinances Introduced 1 Robinson Ordinance 9.41.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE PARKING OF LARGE VEHICLES IN SCHOOL ZONES (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 5 of 10 Ordinances Held 1 Farrell Ordinance 16.72.22 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (BICYCLES AND ALL MOTOR VEHICLES) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE REGULATION OF SKATEBOARDING ON SIDEWALKS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 2 Love Ordinance 19.91.22 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART 21 (COMMON COUNCIL) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ENACTING A SUMMER RECESS IN LEGISLATIVE SESSIONS *Referred to Council Operations & Ethics* 3 Anane Ordinance 49.121.22 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART 3 (DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS *Referred to Public Safety* 4 Romero Ordinance 15.41.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE V (COMPLETE STREETS) OF CHAPTER 323 (STREETS AND SIDEWALKS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SIGNALIZATION AND PEDESTRIAN INTERVALS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement | Discussed: 6/26/2023* 5 Farrell Ordinance 16.42.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE V (UNNECESSARY AND UNUSUAL NOISES) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement | Discussed: 2/27/2024* 6 Kimbrough Ordinance 26.61.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 48 (EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROTECTIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO EXPANDING THE SCOPE OF MINORITY AND WOMEN- OWNED AND CONTROLLED BUSINESSES *Referred to Human Resources & Human Rights | Discussed: 9/14/2023* 7 Keegan Ordinance 28.62.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 313 (SOLID WASTE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ADDING A PERMITTING SYSTEM FOR COMMERCIAL HAULERS OF SOLID WASTE *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment | Discussed: 7/31/2023* 8 Adams Ordinance 33.82.23 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CITY-OWNED PARCELS AT 34 IRVING STREET (TAX MAP PARCEL NUMBER 76.40-2-10), 38 IRVING STREET (TAX MAP PARCEL NUMBER 76.40-2-9), AND 181 MYRTLE AVENUE (TAX MAP PARCEL NUMBER 76.40-2-37) TO CAPITAL ROOTS, INC. *Referred to Finance, Assessment and Taxation | Discussed: 9/18/2023* 9 Adams Ordinance 35.92.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XIII (PARKING METERS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO RENAMING COLUMBUS DAY TO INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 6 of 10 10 Romero *Under Consideration* Ordinance 38.101.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XII (VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement | Discussion: 4/3/2024* 11 Frederick *Under Consideration* Ordinance 76.122.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCEL KNOWN AS 280 MOUNT HOPE DRIVE FROM MIXED USE CAMPUS/INSTITUTIONAL (MU-CI) TO MIXED USE-COMMUNITY HIGHWAY (MU-CH) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use | Discussion: 3/25/2024* 12 Flynn Ordinance 1.12.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 353-63 (“MAXIMUM CHARGES”) OF CHAPTER 353 (“VEHICLES FOR HIRE”) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO INCREASING THE MAXIMUM FEE TOW TRUCK OPERATORS MAY CHARGE FOR TOWS NOT REQUESTED BY THE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE TO BE TOWED *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 2/6/2024* 13 Farrell Ordinance 2.21.24 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ARTICLE I (TAXICABS) OF CHAPTER 353 (VEHICLES FOR HIRE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 14 Anane Ordinance 3.21.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SMOKE OR VAPE SHOPS *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use | Discussion: 4/17/2024* 15 Flynn Ordinance 4.21.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (REMOVAL OF GARBAGE) CHAPTER 313 (SOLID WASTE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE FINE STRUCTURE FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE SAID ARTICLE *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 16 Frederick Ordinance 5.22.24 (MC) AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING CERTAIN PURCHASES BY THE CITY OF ALBANY, NEW YORK AT A MAXIMUM ESTIMATED COST OF $4,300,000.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE LEASE FINANCING OR THE ISSUANCE OF $4,300,000.00 SERIAL BONDS OF SAID CITY TO PAY THE COST THEREOF (LAW – SETTLEMENT PAYMENT) *Referred to Finance, Assessment and Taxation* 17 Balarin Ordinance 7.32.24 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE GRANT OF AN EASEMENT OVER A PORTION OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY AT 327 WASHINGTON AVENUE (TAX MAP PARCEL NUMBER 65.71-1-55) TO NIAGARA MOHAWK POWER CORPORATION FOR THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POWER SUPPLY TO THE EV CHARGERS THAT WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE PROPERTY *Referred to Finance, Assessment and Taxation* (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 7 of 10 18 Adams Ordinance 8.32.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ALLOWING MORE EMPLOYEE RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMITS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 8 of 10 Resolutions Introduced 1 Kimbrough *Under Consideration* Resolution 32.41.24R A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF ALBANY’S APPLICATION FOR RESTORE NY FUNDING FOR THE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE DEMOLITION 2 Johnson *Under Consideration* Resolution 33.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN 3 Adams *Under Consideration* Resolution 34.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN 4 Keegan *Under Consideration* Resolution 35.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL COMMEMORATING APRIL OF 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH 5 Balarin *Under Consideration* Resolution 36.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING APRIL 2024 AS ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 9 of 10 Resolutions Held 1 Hoey Resolution 14.21.22R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL EXPRESSING ITS DESIRE TO CREATE A BIKE/WALKING TRAIL ALONG THE NEW YORK STATE THRUWAY *Referred to Parks, Recreation & Family Services* 2 Clarke Resolution 9.21.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE OF BEVERLY BARDEQUEZ AND RENAMING A PORTION OF RAPP ROAD IN HER HONOR *Passed the General Services, Health & Environment Committee | Discussed: 2/15/2023* 3 Adams Resolution 95.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 4 Love Resolution 9.12.24R (MC) A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING INCREASED VIOLENCE IN THE CITY OF ALBANY AND REAFFIRMING THE COUNCIL’S COMMITMENT TO A PERMANENT END TO VIOLENCE IN OUR COMMUNITIES *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 2/13/2024* 5 Flynn Resolution 22.31.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF REVEREND KENNETH DOYLE AND RENAMING A PORTION OF HURST AVENUE AND HOPEWELL STREET IN HIS HONOR *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment* 6 Frederick Resolution 26.32.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING A TRANSFER OF BUDGETED FUNDS AND A CHANGE IN THE AUTHORIZED POSITIONS INCLUDED IN THE 2024 CITY BUDGET, WHICH WILL AFFECT A SALARY RATE OR SALARY TOTAL *Referred to Finance, Assessment and Taxation* 7 Johnson Resolution 29.32.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL SUPPORTING THE CITY OF ALBANY IN ITS NOMINATION OF THE SOUTH WATERFRONT DISTRICT - STEP 2 BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA (BOA) PLAN TO THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE FOR OFFICIAL DESIGNATION 8 Kimbrough Resolution 30.32.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL SUPPORTING THE CITY OF ALBANY IN ITS NOMINATION OF THE NORTH WAREHOUSE DISTRICT - STEP 2 BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA (BOA) PLAN TO THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE FOR OFFICIAL DESIGNATION (Revised 3/22/2024) Page 10 of 10 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY SUPPORT LEGISLATION APRIL 4, 2024 ORDINANCES 9.41.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE PARKING OF LARGE VEHICLES IN SCHOOL ZONES RESOLUTIONS 32.41.24R A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF ALBANY’S APPLICATION FOR RESTORE NY FUNDING FOR THE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE DEMOLITION 33.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN 34.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE GREEN TECH BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM ON WINNING THE NEW YORK STATE CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP 35.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING APRIL OF 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH 36.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING APRIL 2024 AS ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY Council Member Robinson introduced the following: ORDINANCE 9.41.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE PARKING OF LARGE VEHICLES IN SCHOOL ZONES The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Section 359-22 (Parking, standing and stopping restrictions) of Article II (Traffic Regulations) of Chapter 359 (Vehicles and Traffic) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby amended to read as follows: § 359-22 Parking, standing and stopping restrictions. L. Stand or park a tractor, as that term is defined in Section 151-a of the Vehicle and Traffic Law, or any commercial vehicle weighing in excess of 10,000 pounds in any school zone within city limits. Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days after enactment. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 22nd OF MARCH, 2024 ___________________________________ Corporation Counsel To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Raisi K. Mobele, Esq., Asst. Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: March 21, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Robinson ORDINANCE 9.41.24 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO THE PARKING OF LARGE VEHICLES ON SCHOOL ZONES GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION Increasingly, tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles use school zones for parking, which takes up space and makes parking difficult for parent and educator drivers to navigate and park their vehicles to attend to their children. The tractor-trailers are often left idle for hours at a time, which causes dispersion of exhaust fumes in areas where children frequent and play. This legislation addresses its negative impact by prohibiting large vehicles (tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles in excess of 10,000 pounds) from parking and/or standing in school zones within city limits, which will enable drivers to freely park in, and frequent school zones and serve to decrease pollution within the areas. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The City Code currently prohibits “commercial vehicles weighing in excess of 10,000 pounds” from “operating and/or parking” on 51 certain enumerated City streets (or portions thereof), but parking of tractor trailers and commercial vehicles in school zones is generally allowed. This ordinance expands said parking and standing ban to all school zones within city limits. Chapter 359 (Vehicle and Traffic) defines “tractor” at § 151-a, as “A motor vehicle designated and used as the power unit in combination with a semitrailer or trailer, or two such trailers in tandem. Any such motor vehicles shall not carry cargo except that a tractor and semitrailer engaged in the transportation of automobiles may transport motor vehicles on part of the power unit.” FISCAL IMPACT None. Council Member Kimbrough introduced the following: RESOLUTION NUMBER 32.41.24R A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF ALBANY’S APPLICATION FOR RESTORE NY FUNDING FOR THE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE DEMOLITION WHEREAS the County of Albany is eligible for grant funding under Round 8 of the Restore NY Communities Initiative Municipal Grant Program and requires a Municipal Resolution from the local government where the property is located, and WHEREAS the City Council has considered proposals that qualify for funding under the program and selected one project to be included in an application that will be submitted to Empire State Development Corporation (ESDC) as follows: Demolition of the Central Warehouse, located at 143 Montgomery Street and 6 Colonie Street in the City of Albany. The project will demolish the 495,000 square foot vacant and deteriorating warehouse and prepare the site for future investment; WHEREAS this project is consistent with all existing local plans, the proposed financing is appropriate for the project, the project will facilitate effective and efficient use of existing and future public resources so as to promote both economic development and preservation of community resources and the project develops and enhances infrastructure and/or other facilities in a manner that will attract, create and sustain employment opportunities in the City of Albany. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby supports the County of Albany’s application for Restore NY funding for the Central Warehouse, located at 143 Montgomery Street and 6 Colonie Street in the City of Albany and will work with the County to achieve the proposed demolition, and To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Brett T. Williams, Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: March 22, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Kimbrough RESOLUTION NUMBER 32.41.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE COUNTY OF ALBANY’S APPLICATION FOR RESTORE NY FUNDING FOR THE CENTRAL WAREHOUSE DEMOLITION GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To support the county application to the state for funding to demolish the Central Warehouse. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW Required by state. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None to City. Council Member Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis, introduced the following: Resolution Number 33.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN WHEREAS, the Catholic Central Girls’ basketball team, known as the Crusaders, won the Class A championship game at Hudson Valley Community College on March 16, 2024, marking the second Class A state title in the school’s history; and WHEREAS, in a remarkable comeback, Catholic Central defeated Section I champion Walter Panas 64-62 in the championship game; and WHEREAS, after heading into the fourth quarter trailing by nine points, freshman El’Dior Dobere stepped up to score 10 of her 22 points in the final 8 minutes; and WHEREAS, the game also showed outstanding performances from junior Tanavia Turpin, who led Catholic Central with 13 rebounds; sophomore Akarri Gaddy, who added 14 points and 10 rebounds; and junior Kristen Foglia, who contributed 13 points; and WHEREAS, Catholic Central coach Audra DiBacco emphasized the importance of taking the game one basket at a time, leading the Crusaders to work as a team and claim the state Class A crown; and WHEREAS, in a highly physical and foul-filled game, Catholic Central demonstrated confidence, strong teamwork, and tenacity, as well as a true love for the sport; and WHEREAS, Catholic Central has finished its season 25-1, distinguishing this as a season to remember; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Albany Common Council congratulates the Catholic Central Girls’ basketball team for winning the Class A championship game and for their remarkable sportsmanship, impressive athleticism, and tremendous resilience; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in recognition of the team’s achievements, a copy of this resolution shall be presented to the Catholic Central Girls’ basketball team and their coach. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Juliette Geraghty, Junior Legislative Aide Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: March 20, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis RESOLUTION 33.41.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE CATHOLIC CENTRAL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL TEAM ON THEIR CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution is to celebrate the Catholic Central Girls’ basketball team and recognize their hard work and determination displayed during the 2023-24 basketball season. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW See above. FISCAL IMPACT None. Council Members Adams and Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 34.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE GREEN TECH BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM ON WINNING THE NEW YORK STATE CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP WHEREAS, the Green Tech Boys Basketball Team has worked diligently throughout the 2024 High School Basketball Season; and WHEREAS, through hard work, determination, and grit, Green Tech seized the championship title from the grasp of the Bay Shore Marauders, posting a 79-63 victory over the number two ranked team in the state and the tournament's favorite on March 17, 2024; and WHEREAS, preparation and training were key to the victory as Green Tech shot an impressive 52.7 percent from the field compared to Bay Shore's 32.8 percent accuracy; and WHEREAS, the Green Tech Boys' Basketball Team demonstrated that being a team takes more than a mascot or logo, that it takes complete trust in each other to execute the game plan and stay focused; and WHEREAS, the team understood sportsmanship and refused to underestimate their opponents, as evidenced by their recognition of Bay Shore's strengths and their own need to play their parts to win; and WHEREAS, contributions came from a number of players including junior point guard Haisi Mayben who produced 23 points, seven rebounds, and four assists; junior guard Ramere Brown who produced 21 points; sophomore guard Indavier Barnes who produced 12 points; and, with the highlight reel play of the game, U'Mier Graham whose alley-oop dunk turned into a three-point play; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council recognizes the dedication and hard work of the Green Tech Boys' Basketball Team and commends them on their outstanding performance and victory in the State Championship; and BE IT EVEN FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be presented to the team and coach as a symbol of the City of Albany’s recognition and support of their accomplishments. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Bryan Jimenez, Senior Legislative Aide Re: Supporting Memorandum Date: March 20, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Adams and Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis RESOLUTION 34.41.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONGRATULATING THE GREEN TECH BOYS' BASKETBALL TEAM ON WINNING THE NEW YORK STATE CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIP GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To officially express the congratulations of the Common Council. FISCAL IMPACT(S) N/A Council Member Keegan introduced the following: Resolution Number 35.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL COMMEMORATING APRIL OF 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction, and according to the National Institute of Mental Health, it affects approximately twenty-three out of every 1000 children in the United States; and WHEREAS, April is recognized as Autism Acceptance Month to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with ASD, and to highlight the need for early intervention and effective treatments; and WHEREAS, individuals with ASD face unique challenges in their daily lives, and they often require support and accommodations to succeed in school, employment, and community activities; and WHEREAS, organizations, educators, health professionals, and families across Albany work tirelessly to promote awareness and support for individuals with ASD and their families, and to advocate for better policies, services, and research in this field; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Albany Common Council recognizes April as Autism Acceptance Month, and encourages all residents to learn more about ASD, to promote acceptance and inclusion for individuals with ASD and their families, and to support the efforts of local organizations and advocates working to improve the lives of individuals with ASD in Albany; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Council supports Cost of Living Adjustments and true living wages for direct care workers at the state and federal level who provide necessary support services to ensure those with ASD and other intellectual and developmental disabilities can live a full and inclusive life in our communities; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Albany Common Council encourages businesses, schools, and organizations in the City of Albany to take steps to ensure that their facilities and programs are accessible and accommodating to individuals with ASD, and to promote awareness and understanding of ASD among their staff, members, and customers; and BE IT EVEN FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Albany Common Council extends its gratitude to the many advocates, educators, health professionals, and organizations in Albany who work tirelessly to support individuals with ASD and their families, and who promote understanding and inclusion for all individuals in our community; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be sent to Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, Congressman Paul D. Tonko, State Senator Neil D. Breslin, and State Assemblymember Patricia A. Fahy. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Research Counsel Re: Supporting Memorandum Date: March 22, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Keegan Resolution 35.41.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING APRIL OF 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To officially recognize Autism Acceptance Month. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW This resolution is necessary to support the people in Albany with Autism and the advocates, educators, health professionals, and organizations in Albany who work to support them. FISCAL IMPACT None. Council Member Balarin introduced the following: RESOLUTION 36.41.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING APRIL 2024 AS ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY WHEREAS, the month of April has been celebrated as Arab American Heritage Month in the United States since 2017 and has been recognized by presidential proclamation since 2021; and WHEREAS, despite the relatively recent establishment of the celebration, it can trace its roots back to 1962 when Dr. Alixa Naff told the story of Arab American immigrants from Syria and Lebanon, culminating in a collection of oral histories, archival materials, and artifacts that were donated to the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in 1984; and WHEREAS, this work and the work of others to collect and record the rich history of Arab Americans helps document the important yet often overlooked role Arab Americans play in our schools, businesses, media, police stations, and firehouses; and WHEREAS, despite the roles they play in society, Arab Americans are often affected the scourge of Islamophobia whether they practice Islam or not, and yet they maintain their strength, build our communities, and embrace all with tremendous generosity; and WHEREAS, the Arab American experience is central to the City of Albany; embracing the American Dream, Arab immigrants and their families dove headfirst into entrepreneurship, striving to establish a better life for themselves and build a strong foundation for their families; and WHEREAS, through continued efforts, those tied to the Albany Arab American community have made efforts to teach and demonstrate their culture through language, cuisine, and religion; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany hereby recognizes and celebrates April as Arab American Heritage Month; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council urges the people of the City of Albany to observe Arab American Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities that celebrate the contributions of Arab Americans to the United States. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Bryan Jimenez, Senior Legislative Aide Re: Supporting Memorandum Date: March 15, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Balarin RESOLUTION 36.41.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING APRIL 2024 AS ARAB AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution recognizes and celebrates April 2024 as Arab American Heritage Month in the City of Albany. FISCAL IMPACT(S) N/A COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ACTIVE LEGISLATION PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED LEGISLATION NOW UNDER CONSIDERATION APRIL 4, 2024 ORDINANCES 38.101.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XII (VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE 76.122.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCEL KNOWN AS 280 MOUNT HOPE DRIVE FROM MIXED USE CAMPUS/INSTITUTIONAL (MU-CI) TO MIXED USE-COMMUNITY HIGHWAY (MU-CH) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY Council Members Romero, Anane, and Zamer introduced the following: ORDINANCE 38.101.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XII (VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. This ordinance may be referred to as the “Pedestrian Dignity Ordinance.” Section 2. Article XII (Vehicle and Traffic Controls) of Chapter 359 (Vehicles and Traffic) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby amended by adding a new section § 359-122.5, which shall read as follows: § 359-122.5 Pedestrian Safety Infrastructure A. All pedestrian signals that exist within the City of Albany where a pedestrian signal head is present shall operate on a pre-timed cycle and shall not require pedestrian actuation. Such pedestrian walk signal intervals shall not last for less than fifteen seconds. This shall be implemented as follows: 1. All signals shall be updated in compliance with this subsection whenever they are repaired or otherwise modified. 2. All new signals shall be installed in compliance with this subsection beginning on the effective date of this ordinance. 3. All signals in the City shall be in compliance with this section by December 31, 2026. If it is not feasible to achieve compliance at a particular intersection, the Traffic Engineer is required to submit a report to the Mayor and Common Council with an explanation. B. Leading pedestrian intervals shall be implemented at all intersections in the City of Albany where a pedestrian signal exists. A leading pedestrian interval means that a walk indication is displayed for the crosswalk while red indications continue to be displayed to parallel through and/or turning traffic for at least three seconds. 1. All signals shall be updated to compliance with this subsection whenever they are repaired or otherwise modified. 2. All new signals shall be installed in compliance with this subsection beginning on the effective date of this ordinance. Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. 3. All signals in the City shall be in compliance with this section by December 31, 2026. If it is not feasible to achieve compliance at a particular intersection, the Traffic Engineer is required to submit a report to the Mayor and Common Council with an explanation. Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 21ST DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 2023 ______________________________ Corporation Counsel Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Gabriella Romero, Council Member, 6th Ward Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 30, 2023 Sponsor: Council Members Romero, Anane, and Zamer ORDINANCE 38.101.23 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE XII (VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS) OF CHAPTER 359 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PEDESTRIAN SAFETY INFRASTRUCTURE GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION Pedestrian safety is public safety. The Pedestrian Dignity Ordinance will improve walkability across the City of Albany by requiring automatic pedestrian walk signals and leading pedestrian signals in Albany. This ordinance will remove the requirement for a pedestrian to press a button to simply cross a street. In 2022, pedestrians Tanisha Brathwaite, Kathleen McBride, and Larry Cunningham were killed by vehicles in Albany. Traffic violence remains on a steady increase across the United States, despite a decrease in vehicle miles driven [1]. According to the NYS Department of Health, on average, 312 people are killed by vehicles in our state [2]. As a city, we must work to prevent all traffic deaths. That starts by making it easier and safer to cross the street. Other cities like NYC use pre-timed signals, leading pedestrian intervals, and even exclusive pedestrian signals [3]. In fact, the US Department of Transporation’s (DOT) Traffic Signal Timing Manual recommends that pre-timed signals be used in “central business districts,” while fully- actuated controls be used in “locations without nearby signals; rural, high speed locations; intersection of two arterials [4].” Further, the US Federal Highway Administration recommends that municipalities install leading pedestrian intervals because they reduce pedestrian crashes by 13% [5]. This ordinance will help curb traffic violence and make it less likely for a pedestrian to cross a street when they are not permitted to by making crossing signals automatic and by adding leading pedestrian intervals NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW This ordinance provides necessary safety enhancements in the Albany City Code. Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Material underlined is new material. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT To be clear, this ordinance will not eliminate buttons that trigger audible traffic signals (APS) as they provide assistance to pedestrians in our city with a variety of disabilities. This ordinance will simply remove our reliance on a button to receive a pedestrian walk signal. Pedestrian safety is an equity issue, and this ordinance supports our city’s Equity Agenda by adding protections for pedestrians. There is a large body of research that shows that if you are a person of color, live in a low-income census tract, or are a person with disabilities you are at a far greater risk of being killed by a vehicle [6]. Furthermore, those who follow certain religious practices are prohibited from actuating a pedestrian crossing signal. For example, many in the Orthodox Jewish community are unable to cross the street legally in certain neighborhoods due to their rules that prohibit operating electrical machinery on Shabbat. FISCAL IMPACT To be determined. [1] https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/27/upshot/road-deaths-pedestrians-cyclists.html [2] https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/prevention/injury_prevention/traffic/county_of_residence.ht m#pedestrian [3] https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/infrastructure/signals.shtml [4] https://ops.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/fhwahop08024/chapter5.htm [5] https://safety.fhwa.dot.gov/ped_bike/step/resources/docs/fhwasa19040.pdf [6] https://smartgrowthamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dangerous-By-Design-2022- v3.pdf Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Material underlined is new material. Council Member Frederick introduced the following: ORDINANCE 76.122.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCEL KNOWN AS 280 MOUNT HOPE DRIVE FROM MIXED USE CAMPUS/INSTITUTIONAL (MU-CI) TO MIXED USE-COMMUNITY HIGHWAY (MU-CH) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Chapter 375 of the Code of the City of Albany (Unified Sustainable Development Ordinance) and the Official Zoning Map are hereby amended to change the zoning classifications of property formerly known as No. 280 Mount Hope Drive from Mixed Use Campus/Institutional (MU-CI) TO Mixed Use-Community Highway (MU-CH), said property being more particularly described as follows: The parcel of land situated in the City of Albany, County of Albany and State of New York, being more particularly described as follows: Section: 87.5 Block: 3 Lot: 5.1 Said premises, more commonly known as 280 Mount Hope Drive, measuring approximately 3.8± acres. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2023 _____________________________ Corporation Counsel Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Material underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Research Counsel Re: Request for Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: December 6, 2023 SPONSOR Council Member Frederick ORDINANCE 76.122.23 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCEL KNOWN AS 280 MOUNT HOPE DRIVE FROM MIXED USE CAMPUS/INSTITUTIONAL (MU-CI) TO MIXED USE-COMMUNITY HIGHWAY (MU-CH) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION The action is a proposed ordinance to amend the zoning map of the City of Albany for the property 280 Mt. Hope Avenue. The properties are currently zoned MU-CI. This legislation would change that to MU-CH, which is more consistent with the nearby properties of Mt. Hope Drive and Southern Boulevard. The changes proposed herein will also need to be referred to the County Planning Board under General Municipal Law § 239-M. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW Amendments to the Zoning Map and the USDO require Common Council action by ordinance. FISCAL IMPACTS: None. Material in strikethrough to be deleted. Material underlined is new material.