1. Meeting Agenda 1.I. June 3, 2024 | Agenda/Active Calendar Documents: 24 AGENDA-ACTIVE-CALENDAR 0603.PDF 2. Supporting Legislation Legislation that is being introduced for the first time 2.I. June 3, 2024 | Supporting Legislation Documents: JUNE 3 2024.PDF 3. Active Legislation Legislation that was previously introduced and is now being considered by the body 3.I. June 3, 2024 | Active Legislation Documents: 240603 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 Monday, June 3, 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 5/24/2024) Page 1 of 11 Albany Common Council Active Calendar Monday, June 3, 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 Local Laws Held Balarin A LOCAL LAW AMENDING PART 8 (SUSTAINABILITY A of 2024 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 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Local Laws Held Balarin A LOCAL LAW REPEALING ARTICLE XXIII (PROHIBITION E of 2024 OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) OF CHAPTER 30 (CITY COURT ACT) AND ADDING A NEW PART 6 (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) TO CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION PROHIBITING EVICTIONS WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE Pending Discussion at the Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement Committee Meeting on Monday, June 3, 2024 Ordinances Held Flynn AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 353-63 (“MAXIMUM 1.12.24 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 Resolutions Introduced Adams A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING 60.61.24R ITS INTENT TO ACT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN PARK POOL PROJECT Resolutions Introduced Romero A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING 61.61.24R AND CELEBRATING JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY Resolutions Introduced Romero A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING 62.61.24R JUNE 2024 AS CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 2 of 11 Resolutions Introduced Anane A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING 63.61.24R JUNE 7, 2024 TO BE NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY AND PROCLAIMING JUNE 2024 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY Resolutions Introduced Robinson A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING 64.61.24R THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD-HOC COMMITTEE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND WORKFORCE CULTURE Resolutions Held Johnson A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CELEBRATING 39.42.24R THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANNE M. POPE TO THE CITY OF ALBANY AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND GRANDVIEW TERRACE IN HER HONOR Pending Discussion at the General Services, Health & Environment Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 Resolutions Held Robinson A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING 46.51.24R THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELEANOR BAIRD AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND STREET IN HER HONOR Pending Discussion at the General Services, Health & Environment Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 3 of 11 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: 5/13/2024* 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 | Discussed: 4/3/2024* (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 4 of 11 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 *Under Consideration* 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 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *Passed the Planning, Economic Development & Land Use Committee | Discussed: 4/29/2024* 11 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 *Passed the Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement Committee | Discussed: 5/1/2024* 12 Robinson Local Law D of 2024 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE XLIV (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF PART 33 (COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO BRINGING THE CPRB INTO THE CITY *Referred to Public Safety | Discussed: 4/25/2024* 13 Balarin *Under Consideration* Local Law E of 2024 A LOCAL LAW REPEALING ARTICLE XXIII (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) OF CHAPTER 30 (CITY COURT ACT) AND ADDING A NEW PART 6 (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) TO CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION PROHIBITING EVICTIONS WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement | Discussion: 6/3/2024* 14 Farrell Local Law F of 2024 A LOCAL LAW CREATING A NEW CHAPTER 50 (ETHICS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ESTABLISHING A CODE OF ETHICS FOR THE CITY OF ALBANY AND A BOARD OF ETHICS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 5 of 11 Ordinances Introduced 1 Farrell Ordinance 18.61.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART II OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO CREATING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR STREET PERFORMERS (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 6 of 11 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 5/24/2024) Page 7 of 11 10 Romero 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 | Discussed: 4/3/2024* 11 Flynn *Under Consideration* 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: 4/25/2024* 12 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 | Discussed: 4/29/2024* 13 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* 14 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* 15 Balarin Ordinance 10.42.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO COMMERCIAL FOOD PREPARATION *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 16 Johnson Ordinance 11.51.24 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF 92 ALEXANDER STREET (TAX MAP PARCEL NUMBER 76.64-2-11) TO BENJAMIN MORTON *Referred to Finance, Assessment and Taxation* 17 Love Ordinance 12.51.24 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 139 LARK STREET FROM RESIDENTIAL TOWNHOUSE (R-T) TO MIXED USE- COMMUNITY URBAN (MU-CU) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 18 Robinson Ordinance 13.51.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) BY CHANGING THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF PARCELS KNOWN AS 97 AND 99 THIRD STREET AS WELL AS 184 THROUGH 196 LIVINGSTON AVENUE FROM RESIDENTIAL TOWNHOUSE (R-T) TO MIXED USE-NEIGBHBORHOOD EDGE (MU- NE) AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ACCORDINGLY *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 8 of 11 19 Romero Ordinance 14.51.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART 10 (BOARD OF CONTRACT AND SUPPLY) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY TO REQUIRE PROJECT LABOR AGREEMENTS IN THE CITY OF ALBANY FOR CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 20 Romero Ordinance 15.51.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 62 (LABOR) OF PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROHIBITING UNJUST TERMINATIONS *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 21 Keegan Ordinance 16.51.24 (MC) AMENDING ARTICLE IV (GRANT OF VACATIONS; SICK LEAVES; LEAVES OF ABSENCE) CHAPTER 62 (LABOR) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO IMPLEMENTING FAMILY LEAVE BENEFITS FOR CITY EMPLOYEES *Referred to Human Resources & Human Rights* 22 Flynn Ordinance 17.53.24 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING PART 3 (CABARETS) OF CHAPTER 111 (AMUSEMENTS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 9 of 11 Resolutions Introduced 1 Adams *Under Consideration* Resolution 60.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ACT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN PARK POOL PROJECT 2 Romero *Under Consideration* Resolution 61.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 3 Romero *Under Consideration* Resolution 62.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING JUNE 2024 AS CARIBBEAN- AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 4 Anane *Under Consideration* Resolution 63.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING JUNE 7, 2024 TO BE NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY AND PROCLAIMING JUNE 2024 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 5 Robinson *Under Consideration* Resolution 64.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD- HOC COMMITTEE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND WORKFORCE CULTURE (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 10 of 11 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 Johnson *Under Consideration* Resolution 39.42.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANNE M. POPE TO THE CITY OF ALBANY AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND GRANDVIEW TERRACE IN HER HONOR *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment | Discussion: 5/29/2024* 6 Robinson *Under Consideration* Resolution 46.51.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELEANOR BAIRD AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND STREET IN HER HONOR *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment | Discussion: 5/29/2024* 7 Keegan Resolution 54.53.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING OUR COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT (Revised 5/24/2024) Page 11 of 11 COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY SUPPORT LEGISLATION JUNE 3, 2024 ORDINANCES 18.61.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART II OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO CREATING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR STREET PERFORMERS RESOLUTIONS 60.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ACT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN PARK POOL 61.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 62.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING JUNE 2024 AS CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 63.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING JUNE 7, 2024 TO BE NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY AND PROCLAIMING JUNE 2024 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY 64.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD HOC COMMITTEE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND WORKFORCE CULTURE Council Member Farrell introduced the following: ORDINANCE 18.61.24 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART II OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO CREATING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR STREET PERFORMERS The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Part II (General Legislation) is amended by adding a new Chapter 321 (Street Performers to read as follows: Chapter 321 Street Performers § 321-1 Permit required. No person shall perform magic, act, sing, dance, play music, act as a mime, perform acrobatics, juggle or engage in similar entertainments upon the streets, sidewalks or other outdoor public places of the City without first obtaining a permit to do so from the Department of Cultural Affairs. § 321-2 Application for permit. Application for such permits shall be made upon a blank form furnished by the Department of Cultural Affairs, signed and verified, giving the name, address and telephone number of the applicant. Said application shall be filed with the Department of Cultural Affairs and accompanied by a fee of $25. § 321-3 Expiration; contents; transferability. A. The permit shall be effective for one year from its date of issuance. B. It shall contain the name and permit number of the applicant and the date of expiration. C. No such permit shall be transferred from one person to another. § 321-4 Free permits. In their discretion, the Department of Cultural Affairs may issue permits free of charge to indigent persons. Any such free permit shall expire 30 days after the date of its issuance unless sooner revoked. § 321-5 Information to be furnished to permit recipients. All permit recipients shall be furnished a copy of this Chapter, together with a list of areas and places where performances are restricted. § 321-6 Display of permit. All persons licensed hereunder shall display their permits at all times during the street performances. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. § 321-7 Locations and hours for performances. A. Performances regulated hereunder may take place in public areas, unless excluded by § 321-9 of this chapter. Performances may take place on private property upon written permission of the owner or other person having charge of such property. Performances may take place at a fair or public festival upon written permission of the sponsor thereof. B. Performances shall be restricted to the following hours: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Mondays through Thursdays; 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Fridays; 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturdays; 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sundays. § 321-8 General restrictions on performances. A. Amplified equipment. A performer licensed hereunder may use amplified equipment only with permission therefor from the Department of Cultural Affairs. Such permission must be noted on the face of the permit. Amplified equipment shall be battery-powered only and shall be audible for a distance not to exceed 100 feet. B. Passage of public. No permit recipient shall perform so as to block the passage of the public through a public area, unless permitted to do so at a fair or public festival by the sponsor thereof. The Chief of Police is hereby authorized to disperse a crowd or portion thereof which is blocking the passage of the public but shall not order the licensee to quit the location absent a violation of this Code or other statute, rule or regulation. C. Distance requirements. (1) No permit recipient shall perform at a distance of closer than 50 feet to another permit recipient or group of permit recipients engaged in a performance. (2) No permit recipient shall perform at a distance of closer than 50 feet to a restricted area as determined by the Common Council, Chief of Police or as delineated by a posted sign. D. Contributions. A permit recipient may accept contributions at a performance in a hat, instrument case or other receptacle. All signs requesting contribution shall be limited in size to 12 inches by 11 inches. § 321-9 Restricted areas. A. The Chief of Police may exclude a public area from performances for a period not to exceed seven days if, in their discretion, such exclusion is necessary or desirable for the public health, safety or welfare. B. Upon the written recommendation of the Chief of Police, the Common Council may conduct a public hearing to determine whether a public area should be excluded from Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. performances by persons licensed under this Chapter. The Common Council shall determine whether the public health, safety or welfare would require such an exclusion and may exclude any public area from performances. No such exclusion shall be effective until seven days after notice thereof has been mailed to all licensees. § 321-10 Suspension and revocation of permits. A. A permit issued hereunder may be suspended or revoked by the Common Council for cause after notice and an opportunity for a hearing have been afforded the permit recipient. B. Upon revocation, the former permit recipient may be restricted from application for a permit for such time as the Common Council may determine but no longer than one year. § 321-10 Reservations The Department of Cultural Affairs shall create a system where highly contested locations can be reserved in advance. § 321-12 Limited Scope Pilot Program This chapter shall only apply to the areas known as “The Skyway” and “Washington Park. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect 60 days after enactment. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 24TH DAY OF MAY, 2024 ________________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2024 SPONSOR Council Member Farrell ORDINANCE 18.61.24 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART II OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO CREATING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR STREET PERFORMERS GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To create a licensure program to allow and encourage street performers in the City of Albany NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISTING LAW Street performances often showcase a variety of artistic talents, including music, dance, magic, and more. By encouraging street performers to participate in a licensure program, the city can promote cultural diversity and provide a platform for artists to express themselves. This can enrich the cultural fabric of Albany and contribute to its identity as a vibrant and creative city. Furthermore, street performances can contribute to the local economy by attracting visitors and increasing foot traffic in certain areas of the City. A licensure program can encourage more talented performers to participate, thereby enhancing the entertainment value and drawing larger crowds. Increased foot traffic can benefit local businesses, such as cafes, restaurants, and shops, as people are more likely to explore and spend money in the vicinity. This legislation will create a pilot program, allowing the Department of Cultural Affairs to test their procedures for this before expanding to cover the entire City. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None Council Member Adams introduced the following: RESOLUTION 60.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ACT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN PARK POOL PROJECT WHEREAS, the Common Council has reviewed the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQRA”) Full Environmental Assessment Form (“FEAF”), Part I, prepared by the Director of Infrastructure Management, examining the potential environmental impacts of the construction of the new Lincoln Park Pool project (the “Action”); and WHEREAS, the Common Council has determined that the said Action is subject to review by and approval from other involved agencies under SEQRA and has identified the County of Albany Health Department, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York as involved and/or interested agencies; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has determined that it is the agency that is principally responsible for undertaking, funding, or approving this Action and will provide written notifications to all involved agencies pursuant to 6 NYCRR § 617.6; and WHEREAS, the Common Council has determined that the Action is a Type I action under SEQRA, because the Action will disturb 2.5 or more acres within publicly owned and operated parkland, per 6 NYCRR § 617.4 (b)(10), and desires to conduct a coordinated review. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, having reviewed the above-referenced FEAF, the Common Council determines that the Action is a Type I action under SEQRA; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany does hereby declare its intent to act as lead agency for this Action and will conduct a coordinated SEQRA review; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Office of the Corporation Counsel and/or the Director of Infrastructure Management is hereby directed to provide notice hereof to all involved and interested agencies, pursuant to 6 NYCRR § 617.6, in writing as soon as practicable. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Adams RESOLUTION 60.61.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING ITS INTENT TO ACT AS LEAD AGENCY FOR THE STATE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REVIEW OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LINCOLN PARK POOL PROJECT GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION As part of its project to replace the Lincoln Park Pool, the City must perform a review of the project’s potential environmental impacts under SEQRA. The first step in this process is to determine whether the contemplated Action is a type I, type II, or unlisted action under SEQRA. If an action meets any of the criteria listed in the regulations for action Types I and II, it is one of those types of actions. Here, because the project will disturb at least 2.5 acres in a public park, it meets the criteria for a Type I action and must be reviewed as such. The next step in a Type I action is to complete Part I of an environmental assessment form (the full version of which – the “FEAF” – must be used for Type I actions). A copy of Part I of the FEAF in this matter is included herewith. Once the FEAF is completed, one of the entities involved in the Action may declare itself “lead agency,” with which designation it may coordinate the SEQRA review of the Action with all other entities that are involved and interested in the Action. If an entity means to declare itself lead agency, it must first make its intent to do so clear to the other involved and interested agencies by informing them in writing of its intent, and providing an opportunity to object. Involved agencies have 30 days from receipt of notice of intent to either accept or object to lead agency status; if an involved agency takes no action within 30 days, they are deemed to accept. This resolution accomplishes these initial steps in the SEQRA process. Assuming the Council receives no objection to its intent to declare itself lead agency, it will then undertake a coordinated review, together with involved and interested agencies, of the potential environmental impacts of fluoridation and make a declaration, by later resolution, as to whether or not there will be a significant environmental impact. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW This resolution formally expresses the Council’s determinations that 1) the Action is Type I, 2) the Council intends to act as lead agency for the SEQRA review of this action, and 3) that the Office of the Corporation Counsel and/or the Director of Infrastructure Management should expeditiously provide notice, in accordance with the dictates of SEQRA, to involved and interested agencies that the Council intends to act as lead agency. FISCAL IMPACT None. Council Members Romero and Keegan introduced the following: RESOLUTION 61.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY WHEREAS, the month of June is nationally recognized and celebrated as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Pansexual, Two-Spirit, and Asexual Pride Month; and WHEREAS, Pride Month is celebrated in commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City, which the birthed the modern-day LBGTQ+ civil rights movement; and WHEREAS, the Stonewall Uprising and modern LGBTQ+ civil rights movement was founded on the strength and work of women of color including Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and Storme DeLarverie; and WHEREAS, in our lifetime, the AIDS epidemic has disproportionately impacted gay men, resulting in the deaths of 1 for every 15 members of this community born between 1950 and 1970 – a direct result of discriminatory practices against the LBGTQ+ community by our government’s response to this crisis; and WHEREAS, sodomy laws remained active in 14 states denying the LGBTQ+ community freedom of sexual expression until the courts overturned such laws in 2003; and WHEREAS, the right to marry who you love regardless of identity was denied to the LGBTQ+ community until 2015; and WHEREAS, we should be deeply concerned by the a record number of bills introduced across the United States in recent years intended to restrict the life, liberty, and freedom of expression for the LGBTQ+ community; and WHEREAS, the use of government authority, such as those actions that led to the Stonewall Uprising, to restrict and limit community gathering spaces for the LGBTQ+ community remains prevalent throughout the United States; and WHEREAS, the transgender community is four times more likely than cisgendered persons to be the victim of physical and sexual assault and is more likely to be the victim of homicide than cisgendered persons; and WHEREAS, the LGBTQ+ community continues to face health disparities directly related to the impacts of discrimination faced within our nation including higher rates of suicide, mental health issues, and substance abuse issues; and WHEREAS, Albany is steeped in the history of the LGBTQ+ rights movement, serving as the home of the Pride Center of the Capital Region – the oldest continuously operating LGBTQ+ community center in the United States; and WHEREAS, the City of Albany and the Albany Common Council, in particular, have been at the forefront of governments recognizing and affirming the basic civil and human rights of the LGBTQ+ community; and WHEREAS, the City of Albany is home to organizations that provide important services to the Capital Region’s LGBTQ+ community, including the Pride Center of the Capital Region and In Our Own Voices; and WHEREAS, this year Say it Loud! BIPOC Pride is scheduled for June 8, 2024; and WHEREAS, this year's Capital Pride Parade and Festival is scheduled for June 9, 2024 and; WHEREAS, in addition to the Capital Pride Parade and Festival, the Pride Center and In Our Own Voices have events planned throughout the whole month of June celebrating LGBTQ+ pride throughout the Capital District; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany does hereby recognize the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community to our city and does further celebrate the month of June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the City of Albany; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany will continue to work to make our community a safe and supportive place for the LGBTQ+ community; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Pride Center of the Capital Region and In Our Own Voices upon its adoption. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Request for Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2024 Sponsors: Council Members Romero and Keegan RESOLUTION 61.61.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING JUNE AS LGBTQ+ PRIDE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To recognize June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in Albany, New York NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW N/A FISCAL IMPACT(S) None Council Members Romero and Anane introduced the following: RESOLUTION 62.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING JUNE 2024 AS CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY WHEREAS, it is a duty of this body to recognize and pay tribute to the cultural heritage of the groups which comprise and contribute to the richness and diversity of the community of Albany, New York; and WHEREAS, June is observed nationally as Caribbean-American Heritage Month; and WHEREAS, the United States House of Representatives first recognized Caribbean- American Heritage Month at the federal level by resolution in 2005, and the Senate and the President joined in doing so in 2006 by resolution and proclamation, respectively, in order to recognize the significance of and contributions by Caribbean people and their descendants to the history and culture of the United States; and WHEREAS, over the past 50 years, the Caribbean population in the United States has significantly grown, and is now well over 13 million people; and WHEREAS, New York State has the largest Caribbean population in the United States, with the majority of Caribbean-American New Yorkers coming from Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Haiti, Guyana, and/or Trinidad and Tobago; and WHEREAS, commemoration of Caribbean-American Heritage Month aims to remind us that our greatness lies in our diversity and that Caribbean immigrants and their descendants – including Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, and activist and founder of the NAACP W.E.B. Du Bois – have helped to shape the fabric of our culture; and WHEREAS, it is appropriate for this body to pause in its deliberations to recognize and celebrate the month of June 2024 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month and to recognize the many varied and important contributions Caribbean-Americans have made and continue to make to our community; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany hereby recognizes the contributions of the Caribbean-American community to our city and further celebrates the month of June 2024 as Caribbean-American Heritage Month. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2024 Sponsors: Romero, Anane RESOLUTION 62.61.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING JUNE 2024 AS CARIBBEAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution recognizes June as Caribbean-American Heritage Month, which was first commemorated by the federal government in 2005 and 2006 in order to recognize the many varied and important contributions to the United States of Caribbean-Americans and their descendants. This resolution expresses the Common Council’s recognition of the same and declares June 2024 to be Caribbean-American Heritage Month in the City of Albany. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW Not applicable. FISCAL IMPACT Not applicable. Council Members Anane introduced the following: RESOLUTION 63.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING JUNE 7, 2024 TO BE NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY AND PROCLAIMING JUNE 2024 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY WHEREAS, protecting public safety in the communities we serve is the Common Council’s highest responsibility; and WHEREAS, cities across the nation, including Albany, are working to end senseless violence with evidence-based solutions and to never forget the people affected by shootings, both within our own city and around the country; and WHEREAS, support for the second amendment rights of law-abiding citizens goes hand- in-hand with keeping guns away from people with dangerous histories; and WHEREAS, locally-elected officials and law enforcement officers know their communities best, are the most familiar with local criminal activity and how to address it, and are best positioned to understand how to keep their citizens safe; and WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic drastically impacted communities and individuals sheltering in place, which may have resulted in situations where access to firearms led to increased risk in gun deaths related to intimate partner violence, suicide, and unintentional shootings; and WHEREAS, according the Center for Disease Control, 48,830 Americans died of gun- related injuries in 2021 – more than in any other year on record; and WHEREAS, there was also a devastating spike in the number of children and teens in the United States killed by gunfire – increasing from 1,732 in 2019 to 2,590 in 2021; and WHEREAS, last year, Albany had 20 homicides, with 71 victims shot; and WHEREAS, the effects of gun violence extend far beyond those struck by a bullet; and WHEREAS, it is imperative that there be greater public awareness of this serious issue, including prevention, intervention, education, and outreach; and WHEREAS, to help honor the lives that are cut short and the countless survivors who are injured by the shootings every day, a national coalition of organizations has designated the first Friday of June – this year June 7, 2024 – as the 10th National Gun Violence Awareness Day; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany, New York renews its commitment to reduce gun violence and pledges to do all it can to keep firearms out of the wrong hands and to help keep our children safe; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council encourages the citizens of Albany to support efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Common Council declares June 7, 2024 to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June 2024 to be National Gun Violence Awareness Month in the City of Albany. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Anane RESOLUTION 63.61.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING JUNE 7, 2024 TO BE NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY AND PROCLAIMING JUNE 2024 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH IN THE CITY OF ALBANY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To proclaim June 7, 2024, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day and June 2024 to be National Gun Violence Awareness Month in the City of Albany FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Council Member Robinson introduced the following: RESOLUTION 64.61.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD-HOC COMMITTEE OF THE ALBANY COMMON COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND WORKFORCE CULTURE WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Albany has received multiple complaints regarding systemic issues that have led to the disparate treatment of members of the City of Albany workforce; and WHEREAS, the Auditor of the City of Albany issued a report that found multiple gender and racial disparities in the treatment of the City of Albany workforce; and WHEREAS, the Auditor’s report encourages “the City to conduct a comprehensive analysis to assess trends in disparity outcomes for gender, race, age and socioeconomic status,” which “should seek to explore why these disparities exist and develop corresponding retention strategies”; and WHEREAS, many employees have expressed concerns in confidence and on the public record about disparate treatment as a part of the Albany workforce; and WHEREAS, we commend the work that has already been done to make Albany a more inclusive workplace but acknowledge that systemic issues still exist and actions must be taken to address these issues; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany shall call for the establishment of an Ad-Hoc Committee on Ethics and Workforce Culture; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this committee shall perform the following duties: (1) Hold frequent meetings, (2) Interview and take testimony of current and former City Employees as well as examine records to uncover the mechanics and reasons behind the disparities in the workforce culture of the City of Albany, (3) Research methods of mitigating or alleviating the disparities in the workforce culture of the City of Albany, and (4) Issue a report of their findings on a yearly basis each December 1 until dissolved. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 23, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Robinson RESOLUTION 64.61.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL APPROVING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD-HOC COMMITTEE OF THE ALBANY COMMON COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND WORKFORCE CULTURE GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution reiterates the Council’s support of the establishment of an Ad-hoc committee on Ethics and Workforce Culture NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW This resolution establishes the directive of the Ad-Hoc committee and demonstrates the backing of the council in its mission. FISCAL IMPACT None COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ACTIVE LEGISLATION PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED LEGISLATION NOW UNDER CONSIDERATION JUNE 3, 2024 LOCAL LAWS A OF 2024 (AA 5/20)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 ADJUSTING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE E OF 2024 A LOCAL LAW REPEALING ARTICLE XXIII (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) OF CHAPTER 30 (CITY COURT ACT) AND ADDING A NEW PART 6 (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) TO CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION PROHIBITING EVICTIONS WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE ORDINANCES 1.12.24 (AA 5/6) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 353-63 (“MAXIMUM CHARGES”) OF CHAPTTER 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 RESOLUTIONS 39.42.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANNE M. POPE TO THE CITY OF ALBANY AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND GRANDVIEW TERRACE IN HER HONOR 46.51.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELEANOR BAIRD AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND STREET IN HER HONOR Council Member Balarin, on behalf of the Committee on Planning, Economic Development, and Land Use, introduced the following: LOCAL LAW A OF 2024 (As Amended 5/20/24) 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 ADJUSTING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE Be it enacted, by the Common Council of the City of Albany, as follows: Section 1. Part 8 (Sustainability Advisory Committee) of Chapter 42 (Departments and Commissions) of Part I (Administrative Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby amended to read as follows: Part 8 Sustainability Advisory Committee Commission § 42-132 Legislative intent. The City of Albany by Resolution 51.52.09R and Executive Order No. 422-09 has pledged to combat climate change and take action to adopt more sustainable practices by becoming a “Climate Smart Community.” The City of Albany Common Council believes that the social, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainability are key to the successful implementation of the Albany 2030 Plan. Additionally, the City of Albany Common Council believes that there is overwhelming scientific consensus that climate change poses a real and increasing threat to our local and global environments which is primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels. The effects of climate change will endanger our infrastructure, economy and livelihoods; harm our farms and food systems, ecological communities, including native fish and wildlife populations; spread invasive species and exotic diseases; reduce drinking water supplies and recreational opportunities; and pose health threats to our citizens. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing our community’s resiliency will require sustained and substantial efforts by all levels of government, interest groups, and citizens. Establishment of a Sustainability Advisory Committee Commission is a necessary step in fostering unified action on climate change. § 42-133 Establishment; appointment of members. A. There is hereby established a Sustainability Advisory Committee Commission comprised of 15 19 voting members, five of whom shall be appointed by the Mayor and five seven of whom shall be appointed by the Common Council. The remaining members of the Committee Commission shall be composed of the following: the Commissioner of the Department of General Service, the Commissioner of Development and Planning Neighborhood and Community Services, the Commissioner of the Water Department, the City Engineer, the Director of Infrastructure Management, the Director of Sustainability, and the head of the Police Traffic Safety Unit, or their designees. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. B. The members appointed by the Mayor and Common Council shall be appointed for three- year terms; provided, however, that members initially appointed by the Mayor and Common Council, one shall be for a term of one year, two shall be for a term of two years, and two shall be for a term of three years. C. Members shall continue to serve on the Committee Commission until their successors have been appointed. D. Annually, from among its membership, the Committee Commission shall elect a Chair and such other officers as determined. E. Any vacancy occasioned by resignation, death or removal of a member shall be filled promptly in the same manner as the predecessor to fill the unexpired term. F. The Committee Commission shall have the authority to create subcommittees to focus on specific topics, including, but not limited to, energy, equity, transportation, water, waste, and food systems. Membership on the subcommittees shall be open to the general public at the discretion of the Committee Commission. § 42-134 Qualifications of members. The members of the Committee Commission appointed by the Mayor and Common Council shall reside in the City of Albany and possess a reputation for fairness, integrity and responsibility and have demonstrated an active interest in public affairs and the environment. The Mayor and the Common Council shall reflect community diversity in their appointments, including, but not limited to, income level, race, religion, ethnicity, age, gender and sexual orientation. § 42-135 Meetings; staff. The Committee Commission shall meet no less than six times per year and shall establish a regular meeting calendar which is readily accessible to the public. Meetings of the Committee Commission shall be public and comply with provisions of the Open Meetings Law. The Mayor’s Office of Sustainability as staffed by the Division of Planning Department of Administrative Services shall serve as staff to the Committee Commission. § 42-136 Powers and duties. The Committee Commission shall have the following functions, powers and duties to: A. Study and recommend methods to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase energy efficiency, and renewable energy production, conserve water, reduce waste, and employ environmentally responsible products; B. Promote the use of methods, systems, and materials that do not deplete natural land, water, and energy resources or harm natural cycles; C. Encourage the growth of green businesses and green jobs within the City, as well as the adoption of sustainable practices by existing businesses; Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. D. Work cooperatively with similar task forces in neighboring communities to ensure that efforts complement and reinforce one another; E. Empower every resident of the City, regardless of social demographics or economic means, by informing City residents of practical and attainable ways to live sustainably; F. Consider ways for large academic, governmental, or institutional communities to become more environmentally sensitive; G. Encourage and stimulate City of Albany agencies and departments to take such action as will fulfill the purposes of this Part; H. Make recommendations as necessary and appropriate to the Mayor and the Common Council to effectuate the goals and purposes of this Part. I. Assist with the implementation and monitoring of the Climate Action and Adaptation Plans, as well as the Capital Region Sustainability Plan. § 42-137 Reports. The Committee Commission shall file an annual report in by June 30 of each year with the Common Council and the Mayor summarizing the work and activities of the Committee Commission since the previous June. Section 2. Section 153-8 (Membership of CCA Oversight Board) of Chapter 153 (Community Choice Aggregation) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby amended to read as follows: § 153-8 Membership of CCA Oversight Board. A. The membership of the CCA Oversight Board shall consist of five members comprised of: two members of the Common Council selected by the President Pro Tem, the Chair of the Sustainability Advisory Committee Commission or his or her designee, the Chief Planning Official or his or her designee, and a Mayoral appointee who is a resident of the City of Albany. B. The Chairperson of this Board shall be chosen amongst the membership by a majority vote. Section 3. This Local Law shall take effect upon passage, public hearing, and filing with the Secretary of State. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 17TH DAY OF MAY, 2024 ________________________________ Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Bryan Jimenez, Senior Legislative Aide Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: February 8, 2024 Sponsor(s): Balarin o/b/o Planning LOCAL LAW A OF 2024 (As Amended 5/20/24) TITLE 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 ADJUSTING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SUSTAINABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This local law will rename the Sustainability Advisory Committee to the Sustainability Commission, increase the number of members serving on the Commission from fifteen to nineteen members, and adjust the membership to reflect the new City structure. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISITING LAW This legislation renames the Sustainability Advisory Committee to the Sustainability Commission to better align the name of the group with its organizational structure as well as increases the size of the Commission from fifteen to nineteen members. This will allow for greater input from department directors aligned with sustainability efforts and provides additional input from the Community, Mayor, and Common Council. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Members Balarin, Adams, Anane, Farrell, Frederick, Johnson, Keegan, and Romero introduced the following: LOCAL LAW E OF 2024 A LOCAL LAW REPEALING ARTICLE XXIII (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) OF CHAPTER 30 (CITY COURT ACT) AND ADDING A NEW PART 6 (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) TO CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION PROHIBITING EVICTIONS WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE Be it enacted, by the Common Council of the City of Albany, as follows: Section 1. Article XXIII (Prohibition of Eviction Without Good Cause) of Chapter 30 (City Court Act) of Part I (Administrative Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby repealed in its entirety. Section 2. A new Part 6 (Prohibition of Eviction Without Good Cause) is hereby added to Chapter 231 (Housing) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany to read as follows: § 30-324 Protections Established A. There is hereby established, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of, section 213 of Article 6-A of the Real Property Law of the State of New York, a Prohibition of Eviction without Good Cause. B. Pursuant to §213- 2(a) of Article 6-A of the Real Property Law of the State of New York, the City of Albany provides that any unit on or within a housing accommodation shall be exempt from the provisions of this article if it has a monthly rate above three hundred forty- five percent of fair market rent as published by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and as shall be published for the County of Albany by the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal. C. Pursuant to §213- 2(b) of Article 6-A of the Real Property Law of the State of New York, the City of Albany defines “small landlord,” for purposes of this Part, to mean a landlord of no more than one unit anywhere in the State of New York. Section 3. This Local Law shall take effect upon passage, public hearing, and filing with the Secretary of State. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 24TH DAY OF APRIL, 2024 _______________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Robert Magee, Esq., Deputy Corporation Counsel Brett Williams, Esq., Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: April 23, 2024 Sponsor(s): Balarin, Adams, Anane, Farrell, Frederick, Johnson, Keegan, and Romero LOCAL LAW E OF 2024 TITLE A LOCAL LAW REPEALING ARTICLE XXIII (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) OF CHAPTER 30 (CITY COURT ACT) AND ADDING A NEW PART 6 (PROHIBITION OF EVICTION WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE) TO CHAPTER 231 (HOUSING) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION PROHIBITING EVICTIONS WITHOUT GOOD CAUSE GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This local law opts the City of Albany into New York State’s Good Cause Eviction protections established in the 2024 Budget. While these protections are not as extensive as those originally granted by Local Law F of 2021, they are significant. The new state law provided that rental units with rents 245% in excess of the local fair market rent are exempt from Good Cause protection, but provided localities with the option to change this figure. This legislation sets the figure at 345% of fair market rent in the City of Albany. This local law also redefines the phrase “small landlords,” again at local option as provided by the state legislation, to maximize those covered under the protections. This law also repeals the original version of Good Cause Eviction passed by the Council in 2021 because Article 6A of the Real Property Law, enacted on April 20, 2024, has superseded and preempted the City of Albany’s original Good Cause Protections. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISITING LAW National data show that the number of households experiencing housing instability (i.e. being threatened with eviction or being evicted, filing eviction paperwork in court, becoming homeless) was significant at an average of 5 million people per year. And, in addition, these individuals and families go on to experience long-term and severe deficits to their financial security, education, health and well-being. This is particularly true for children, single parent households, victims of domestic violence, and the historically disenfranchised. For instance, landlords often do not rent to individuals with past eviction records or with debt owed to previous landlords which worsens housing instability. As a result, displaced families have few options besides poor living conditions that often have minimal access to transportation or work, which results in intergenerational trauma and poverty. Housing insecurity also prevents many tenant households from reporting building code violations, reporting discriminatory practices or other illegal actions by unscrupulous Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. landlords, and generally engaging in safe self-advocacy. Finally, the ever-present threat of no- cause eviction interferes in the formation of strong and stable community ties that are essential to quality of life in a city such as Albany. Landlords across the state displace tenants in order to gain higher profits. The de facto evictions happen, among other ways, via non-renewal of their leases. These non-renewals displace individuals and families in order for owners to rent out their units to higher income tenants. This bill will prohibit landlords from evicting tenants without there being a good cause. While the bill also prohibits nonpayment as a ground for eviction where nonpayment is caused by an unreasonable rent increase, this legislation also ensures Landlords can respond appropriately to changes in market conditions, such as tax increases and capital improvements. Raises higher than the higher amount of 10% or the inflation index will normally be prohibited, though courts shall consider situations like changes in a landlord’s property tax burden. Real Property Law Article 6- A includes many more exceptions than were contained in Local Law F of 2021. These include exemptions for owner-occupied buildings with ten or fewer units and thirty year exemptions for new properties back-dated to 2009. Due to the wording of Real Property Law Article 6A, we may not alter these exemptions. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Flynn introduced the following: ORDINANCE 1.12.24 (As Amended 5/6/2024) AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 353-63 (“MAXIMUM CHARGES”) OF CHAPTTER 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 The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Subsection (A) of section 353-63 (“Maximum charges”) of article III (“Tow- Truck Owners and Operators) of chapter 353 (“Vehicles for Hire”) of Part II (“General Legislation”) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby amended to read as follows: A. All towing companies licensed pursuant to this article shall prepare a schedule of the charges for the towing and storage of motor vehicles, and such schedule shall be filed with the Chief of Police. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the maximum charge for the towing of any vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds, which has not been authorized by the owner or operator, shall be $100 $150. An additional flat fee of $25 for the dollying of a vehicle may be imposed. An additional charge of $55 per hour for winching may be imposed. The maximum charge for the storage of towed motor vehicles shall be $35 per day, or each part thereof, to commence after the vehicle has been on the premises for 24 hours. The aforesaid maximum rates shall also apply to the towing of motor vehicles which have become disabled upon a street or highway in the City of Albany regardless of whether said tow may have been authorized by the owner or operator of the vehicle. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days from final passage. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 26th DAY OF APRIL, 2024 ________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: January 2, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Flynn ORDINANCE 1.12.24 (As Amended 5/6/2024) TITLE AN ORDINANANCE AMENDING SECTION 353-63 (“MAXIMUM CHARGES”) OF CHAPTTER 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 GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This ordinance raises the amount private tow truck operators may charge for tows not requested by the owner of the vehicle to be towed – e.g., tows ordered by APD for a vehicle parked illegally – from $100 to $150. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The $100 tow operators may charge for tows in the City of Albany is among the lowest rates of any municipality in the area. APD has reported that they are, of late, having a difficult time getting tow operators to respond to APD’s calls. APD has noted situations in which its officers have had to stay on the scene of an accident for more than an hour, waiting for a tow truck to respond – a situation which ties up officers who could be better serving the public interest by attending to more pressing matters. The tow operators cite the City of Albany’s low towing fee as the reason for their decreasing response rates and times. Other area entities allow operators to charge as follows, according to information that has been shared with APD: Entity Tow Charge Storage/Day Albany Co. Sheriff’s Dept. $225 $74 Bethlehem Police Dept. $250 $75 New York State Police $200 (Daytime), $225 (After Hours) $65 Rensselaer Police Dept. $125 $35 Menands Police Dept. $225 $75 Colonie Police Dept. $200 $60 SUNY Police Dept. $250 $60 Verizon Fleet $200 Unknown This legislation will increase the current $100 fee, codified in the City Code, to $150 to bring it better in line with other local entities and should, by so doing, increase response rates and times from tow operators to more appropriate and acceptable levels. The fee was last raised, from $75, in 2006, having been raised from $65 in 2001. FISCAL IMPACT This ordinance will increase the amount tow operators may charge for both towing and storage of vehicles towed within the City of Albany. Council Member Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 39.42.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANNE M. POPE TO THE CITY OF ALBANY AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND GRANDVIEW TERRACE IN HER HONOR WHEREAS, Anne Pope is a longstanding pioneer for social justice, fairness, equality, and education in the Albany community; and WHEREAS, the oldest of 14 children, Anne was raised in Shubuta, Mississippi before migrating to Albany in 1961 with her two small children in hopes of leaving behind the racism she was all too familiar with in the segregated South; and WHEREAS, upon arriving in Albany, Anne and her children stayed with her aunt at her South End residence and although it was a warm, welcoming environment, she quickly saw that the treatment of African-Americans was only slightly different than what she had previously experienced; and WHEREAS, one of Anne’s first memories in Albany was refusing to participate in vote buying; her Ward Leader would attempt to secure votes by offering five dollars for each vote she delivered, but still Anne would not budge; and WHEREAS, Anne has always stressed the importance of voting and can be heard insisting that “your vote is your voice”; and WHEREAS, Anne united with the Union Missionary Baptist Church where she served on numerous committees and ministries, with the longest position being the director of Christian Education; and WHEREAS, during her early years in Albany, Anne got involved in the Albany NAACP, at the suggestion of Roger Foskey, and soon became the branch secretary; and WHEREAS, after working under several Albany NAACP presidents, Anne eventually stepped into the role herself and served as president for 20 years; and WHEREAS, under her leadership, the Albany NAACP addressed issues and initiatives such as equal access to housing, affirmative action, monitoring hiring practices in local and state government, legal justice, environmental justice, equitable education for all students, annual scholarships for college students, youth council, and the ACT-SO Achievement Program; and WHEREAS, if Anne saw areas of injustice – whether a city, county, educational, or police matter – she and her committee members were dedicated to calling it out and addressing the issue at hand; and WHEREAS, following her departure from serving as president of the Albany branch of the NAACP, Anne went on to become the Northeast Regional Director for the organization, overseeing the Albany, Schenectady, Troy, and Glens Falls branches for nearly 20 years until she stepped down in December 2022; and WHEREAS, Anne also served on the Advisory Board for the Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King Lecture Series on Race and Nonviolent Social Change at Siena College, most recently as the Vice Chair, for over 20 years before stepping down in December 2022; and WHEREAS, Anne continues to be a fierce advocate and trailblazer for the Albany community, carrying on the work of those that came before her and inspiring the next generation of civic leaders; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany thanks Anne Pope for her lifelong commitment to service in the Capital Region by renaming the portion of Second Avenue intersected by Grandview Terrace as well as the portion of Grandview Terrace north of Second Avenue – along the corridor where she has stood as a pillar of the community for many years – in her honor; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council directs that two signs shall be produced reading “Anne Pope Way” which shall be placed in consultation with the Division of Traffic Engineering. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Juliette Geraghty, Junior Legislative Aide Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: April 1, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Johnson, with the support of Council President Ellis RESOLUTION 39.42.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CELEBRATING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF ANNE M. POPE TO THE CITY OF ALBANY AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE AND GRANDVIEW TERRANCE IN HER HONOR GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution officially recognizes the contributions to the City of Albany made by Anne Pope and directs the creation of honorary street signs at the proposed locations. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW Per Code § 323-63.2 (B), the Council shall effectuate honorary street renamings “through the adoption of a resolution of the Common Council.” Since Ms. Pope is still living, this resolution must, per Code § 323-63.2, pass unanimously. FISCAL IMPACT None. MAP OF PROPOSED HONORARY STREET SIGNS Council Member Robinson introduced the following: RESOLUTION 46.51.24R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELEANOR BAIRD AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND STREET IN HER HONOR WHEREAS, the City of Albany lost a great humanitarian and fierce advocate for the people when Ms. Eleanor Ingram Baird passed away on March 21, 2010; and WHEREAS, at the age of two, Ms. Baird and her family moved to Albany from Hamlet, North Carolina in search of economic opportunity amid racial and social oppression; and WHEREAS, she was a devout member of the Union Missionary Baptist Church from childhood until her passing, where she learned the importance of community, legacy, and self- sustainability; and WHEREAS, educated in the Albany City School District, Ms. Baird graduated from Philip Schuyler High School at the age of 17; and WHEREAS, shortly thereafter, she met and married Ralph E. Baird, a World War II Veteran, and from this union had five children; and WHEREAS, Ralph and Eleanor Baird’s partnership led to them becoming pillars of their community – both were actively involved in various community and civil rights organizations, such as the NAACP, Elks, Masons, and Eastern Stars; and WHEREAS, Eleanor Baird’s advocacy work started in the 1960s, when she was instrumental in opening a teen center in Albany’s South End, and continued when she became one of the first women of color to advance the mission of the Shriners organization, helping to organize local parades as well as toy, food, and clothing drives—despite it being an all-male organization; and WHEREAS, by the 1980s, Ms. Baird purchased their family home on Second Street in the West Hill neighborhood of Albany and remained in this home, raising generations of children until her passing; and WHEREAS, Ms. Baird was known for having a folding chair at the top of the outside steps where the neighborhood gathered around for the love, wisdom, support, and stories she offered; and WHEREAS, during their hardships, a single father recalled Ms. Baird allowing him and his three children to live in the upstairs apartment of her home rent free for several months; and WHEREAS, during her professional career, she attended Manpower Training Center, where she became proficient in secretarial duties and in the responsibilities as a stenographer, and would later accept a position with the New York State Department of Civil Service where she served for thirty years prior to retirement; and WHEREAS, after meeting and speaking with former First Lady Hillary Clinton during her 1999 visit to Albany for her Senate campaign, Ms. Baird developed a stronger understanding of the importance of community development and justice; and WHEREAS, in the latter years of her life, Ms. Baird continued to effect change and spread joy as an original member of Kindred Spirits, a senior community entertainment group that sang and danced at malls, schools, social events, and nursing homes; and WHEREAS, Ms. Baird was especially passionate about encouraging and inspiring young people: with United Missionary Baptist Church, she assisted with developing jobs for the youth and organizing college tours, and many children who benefited from Ms. Baird’s tutelage attended university, became entrepreneurs, and started successful families and careers of their own; and WHEREAS, her life’s mission was to instill values and love in everyone she met, a legacy that lives on in the lives of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great- grandchildren; and WHEREAS, Ms. Eleanor Baird is remembered by many as a beacon of hope, equality, and inspiration as well as for emphasizing the importance of having a strong sense of community; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany honors Eleanor Baird’s life and enduring legacy of activism by renaming the portion of Second Street intersected by North Lake Avenue and Judson Street – along the corridor where her home stood as a haven for so many people in the community – in her honor; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Common Council directs that two signs shall be produced reading “Eleanor Baird Way” which shall be placed in consultation with the Division of Traffic Engineering. To: Shaniqua Jackson, City Clerk From: Juliette Geraghty, Junior Legislative Aide Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: April 4, 2024 Sponsor: Council Member Robinson RESOLUTION 46.51.24R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF ELEANOR BAIRD AND RENAMING A PORTION OF SECOND STREET IN HER HONOR GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution officially recognizes the contributions to the City of Albany made by Eleanor Baird and directs the creation of honorary street signs at the proposed locations. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW Per Code § 323-63.2 (B), the Council shall effectuate honorary street renamings “through the adoption of a resolution of the Common Council.” FISCAL IMPACT None. MAP OF PROPOSED HONORARY STREET SIGNS