1. Active Calendar 1.I. September 18, 2023 | Active Calendar Documents: ACTIVE CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 18 2023.PDF 2. Supporting Legislation 2.I. September 18, 2023 | Supporting Legislation Documents: SEPTEMBER 18, 2023.PDF 2.II. September 18, 2023 | Active Legislation Documents: 230918 ACTIVE LEGISLATION.PDF 3. Minutes 4. Majority Consent (MC) 5. Supporting Document 6. Written Comment 7. Amended Legislation 8. Meeting Agenda 8.I. September 18, 2023 | Agenda Documents: 23 AGENDA 0918.PDF Page 1 of 3 Albany Common Council Active Calendar Meeting of Monday September 18, 2023 (NOTE: 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.) Section Number Agenda Sponsor Subject Number Ordinances Held (b) 5.21.23 4 Anane AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (LOITERING; DISTURBANCES; DEFACING PROPERTY) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SIMPLIFYING THE ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES FOR LOITERING Ordinances Held (d) 26.61.23 7 Kimbrough 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 Ordinances Held (e) 33.82.23 11 Adams 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. Page 2 of 3 Resolutions Introduced (a) 95.92.23R N/A Adams A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY Resolutions Introduced (a) 96.92.23R N/A Love A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE INGENUITY AND COURAGE OF BREEA ANISSA BULGIN, ZALAYA LIPSCOMB, AND ZYANNA LIPSCOMB IN ASSISTING WITH FINDING A MISSING CHILD Resolutions Held (c) 76.71.23R 4 Balarin A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SHADI KHADIVI TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD Resolutions Held (a) 77.71.23R 5 Balarin A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RACHEL BREIDSTER TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD Resolutions Held (c) 82.72.23R 6 Balarin A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF PAIGE BARNUM TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Resolutions Held (c) 83.72.23R 7 Balarin A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF JELLISA JOSEPH TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Resolutions Held (a) 88.82.23R 8 Flynn A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING THE Page 3 of 3 PUBLIC TO REFRAIN FROM GIVING MONEY DIRECTLY TO INDIVIDUALS SEEKING MONEY FROM OTHERS (a) Pending discussions at Caucus on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 @ 5:30pm IN PERSON in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall (b) Pending discussions at Public Safety Committee Meeting, Monday, September 11, 2023 @ 5:30pm IN PERSON in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall (c) Pending discussions at Planning, Economic Development, and Land Use Committee Meeting, Tuesday, September 12, 2023 @ 5:30pm IN PERSON in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall (d) Pending discussions at Human Resources and Human Rights Committee Meeting, Tuesday, September 5, 2023 @ 5:30pm IN PERSON in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall (e) Pending discussions at Finance, Assessment, and Taxation Committee Meeting, Tuesday, September 5, 2023 @ 5:30pm IN PERSON in the Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall (9/08/2023) COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY SUPPORT LEGISLATION SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 ORDINANCES 34.92.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROVIDING DEFRIBRILLATORS IN MUNICIPAL WORKPLACES 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 INDIGINOUS PEOPLES DAY RESOLUTIONS 95.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY 96.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE INGENUITY AND COURAGE OF BREEA ANISSA BULGIN, ZALAYA LIPSCOMB, AND ZYANNA LIPSCOMB IN ASSISTING WITH FINDING A MISSING CHILD Council Members Flynn and Romero introduced the following: ORDINANCE 34.92.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROVIDING DEFRIBRILLATORS IN MUNICIPAL WORKPLACES The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Part I (Administrative Legislation) is hereby amended by adding a new Chapter 36 (Automated external defibrillators) to read as follows: Article 1 (AEDs in Municipal Buildings) § 36-1 Purpose and Findings Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the third leading cause of death in the United States. By ensuring that all city employees will be working close to a functioning defibrillator and ensuring that at least one employee has the necessary first aid training to use them, Albany employees will be better protected from cardiac arrest. § 36-2 AED Requirement. Each Commissioner and Department Head or their designee shall create a list, to be updated annually, of all city-owned and operated buildings where they have at least 10 employees who work at that location for on average at least 10 days per month. The city shall install an automated external defibrillator in each such building. § 36-3 First Aid Training Requirement Each Commissioner and Department Head shall designate one employee at each location designated pursuant to § 65-2 who shall be required to receive first aid training from a course that includes instruction on AED use. The city shall pay all costs associated with these trainings. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS __RD DAY OF MONTH, 2023 ________________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: September 7, 2023 Sponsor: Council Members Flynn and Romero ORDINANCE 34.92.23 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROVIDING DEFRIBRILLATORS IN MUNICIPAL WORKPLACES GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This legislation would ensure all buildings where city employees work have access to a defibrillator as well as personnel trained to use them. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death worldwide, and it can strike anyone, irrespective of age or health status. Immediate access to an AED significantly increases the chances of survival for individuals experiencing SCA. By having an AED readily available in municipal buildings, we can effectively respond to cardiac emergencies and potentially save lives. FISCAL IMPACT(S) To be determined. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Adams and Romero introduced the following: 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 INDIGINOUS PEOPLES DAY The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Section 135 (Lawful parking) of Article XIII (Parking Meters) of Chapter 359 (Vehicles and Traffic) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby to read as follows: § 359-135 Lawful parking. Parking shall be legal and permissible, upon the insertion of the designated coin or coins, or other applicable form of payment, at the locations designated on the streets, thoroughfares and public places in the City, for the period of time respectively indicated on such meters in metered parking spaces. The provisions of this article shall not be enforced on Saturdays or Sundays; or on New Year's Day, January 1; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the third Monday in January; President's Day, the third Monday in February; Memorial Day, the fourth Monday in May; Independence Day, July 4; Labor Day, the first Monday in September; Columbus Day Indigenous Peoples Day (observed), the second Monday in October; Election Day, the first Tuesday in November; Veteran's Day (observed), the second Monday in November; Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November; and Christmas Day, December 25. Metered spaces may be used without charge or without depositing a coin or coins, or other form of applicable payment, in the meters at times when parking is not regulated and when the prohibition against parking is not in force. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 5TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2022 _____________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 24, 2023 Sponsor: Council Member Adams and Romero ORDINANCE 35.92.23 TITLE 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 INDIGINOUS PEOPLES DAY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This ordinance will rename the only reference to Columbus Day in our code to Indigenous Peoples Day. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW This legislation is necessary to update our code to reflect that the City of Albany now observes Indigenous Peoples Day over Columbus Day. FISCAL IMPACT None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Adams introduced the following: Resolution Number 95.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Albany recognizes that the lands now known as the Americas have been inhabited by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years, and that the City of Albany is built upon the ancestral homelands of the Mohican People, who were longtime caretakers of these lands we now cherish; and WHEREAS, October 12, 1492, is one of the most significant historical dates for all Indigenous people of the Americas, as it marks the beginning of European and American colonization, which included widespread violence, forced relocations, land dispossession, cultural suppression, assimilation and termination policies that forever changed indigenous lives and cultures; and WHEREAS, government entities and public institutions today have a responsibility to enact policies to oppose systemic racism towards Indigenous people in the United States, as discrimination perpetuates high rates of poverty and disproportionate health, education, and social crises; and WHEREAS, Indigenous Peoples' Day was first proposed in 1977 by a delegation of Native Nations to the United Nations-sponsored International Conference on Discrimination Against Indigenous Populations in the Americas, and as of the date of this resolution, over 200 cities, counties, states, and universities across the United States have officially adopted Indigenous Peoples Day; and WHEREAS, recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day on the second Monday of October provides a more accurate representation of our nation's and region's diverse history, and transforms a celebration of conquest and cultural genocide into a celebration of the enduring traditions, values, and strength of Indigenous Peoples, and brings hope for a brighter future of respect, partnership, and unity; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Albany shall henceforth recognize the second Monday in October of each year as Indigenous Peoples' Day, instead of and as a replacement for any official recognition of Columbus Day. Indigenous Peoples' Day should be used for all future references to the Holiday occurring on the second Monday of October, and any existing documents referencing Columbus Day shall be understood to mean Indigenous Peoples' Day; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all local businesses, organizations, schools, and community members to recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day, and to take time to deepen their understanding of the history, cultural significance, sacrifices and contributions of the Indigenous people of this land. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 24, 2023 Sponsor: Council Member Adams RESOLUTION 95.92.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To officially declare the Second Monday in October to be Indigenous Peoples Day. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW N/A FISCAL IMPACT None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Love introduced the following: RESOLUTION 96.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE INGENUITY AND COURAGE OF BREEA ANISSA BULGIN, ZALAYA LIPSCOMB, AND ZYANNA LIPSCOMB IN ASSISTING WITH FINDING A MISSING CHILD WHEREAS, on August 4, 2023, Breea Anissa Bulgin, Zalaya Lipscomb, and Zyanna Lipscomb were volunteering at the Baby Institute in the City of Albany during their middle school summer vacations when they became aware of a child who went missing; and WHEREAS, the child was unable to be found during initial searches, evading doorbell cameras and passersby, and while others during the search sought out all who could help, one avenue was left untouched – social media; and WHEREAS, after discussing the situation, Breea, Zalaya, and Zyanna sprang into action, called a parent on the search, and recommended utilizing social media to assist the search efforts; and WHEREAS, in a situation as serious and frightening as a missing child, it takes an immense amount of maturity and courage to think of a possible solution and raise it to an authority figure with confidence, let alone for minors; and WHEREAS, Breea, Zalaya, Zyanna, demonstrated the kind of quick thinking and resolve needed to allow the missing child to be located; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Albany hereby recognizes the strength it took Breea Anissa Bulgin, Zalaya Lipscomb, and Zyanna Lipscomb to speak their thoughts in an adverse situation despite one's young age and honors the assistance these girls provided in locating a young child; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be presented to Breea Anissa Bulgin, Zalaya Lipscomb, and Zyanna Lipscomb in recognition of their work. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Bryan Jimenez, Senior Legislative Aide Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 5, 2023 Sponsors: Council Member Love RESOLUTION 96.92.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE INGENUITY AND COURAGE OF ZYANNA LIPSCOMB, ZALAYA LIPSCOMB, AND BREEA ANISSA BULGIN IN ASSISTING WITH FINDING A MISSING CHILD GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION Recognizing and honoring Breea Anissa Bulgin, Zalaya Lipscomb, and Zyanna Lipscomb for their assistance and recommendations during the search for a missing child. FISCAL IMPACT None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ACTIVE LEGISLATION PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED LEGISLATION NOW UNDER CONSIDERATION SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 ORDINANCES 5.21.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (LOITERING; DISTURBANCES; DEFACING PROPERTY) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SIMPLIFYING THE ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES FOR LOITERING 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 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. RESOLUTIONS 76.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SHADI KHADIVI TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD 77.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RACHEL BREIDSTER TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD 82.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF PAIGE BARNUM TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 83.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF JELLISA JOSEPH TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 88.82.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC TO, IF ABLE, SUPPORT STRUGGLING INDIVIDUALS BY DIRECTING THEM TO SOCIAL SERVICES OR GIVING TO NOT-FOR- PROFITS 1 Council Member Anane introduced the following: ORDINANCE 5.21.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (LOITERING; DISTURBANCES; DEFACING PROPERTY) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SIMPLIFYING THE ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES FOR LOITERING The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Section 255-3 (Enforcement Guidelines) of Article I (Loitering; Disturbances; Defacing of Property) of Chapter 255 (Peace and Good Order) of Part II (General Legislation) of the Code of the City of Albany is hereby to read as follows: § 255-3 Enforcement Guidelines A. Probable cause. Probable cause to charge or arrest any person for a violation of this article shall arise only when the law enforcement officer personally has observed either the commission by such person of some definable impermissible or illegal act as set forth hereinabove. B. Failure to explain presence. The failure of any person to offer an explanation of his or her purpose in being at a particular place shall not, in and of itself, constitute a violation of this article. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: January 24, 2023 Sponsor: Council Member Anane ORDINANCE 5.21.23 TITLE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (LOITERING; DISTURBANCES; DEFACING PROPERTY) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SIMPLIFYING THE ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES FOR LOITERING GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION The purpose of this legislation is to permit enforcement of Albany’s loitering laws when there is recorded evidence that a suspect has been in violation of the law. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISTING LAW The recent rise in crime has left citizens feeling less safe than before. Loitering individuals can be harmful to local businesses, deterring prospective customers, particularly when those individuals are engaging in other criminal activity. The current loitering law requires an officer to “personally observe the commission of a criminal or impermissible act. This leaves the police unable to protect businesses if, for instance, the loitering individual is no longer performing the illegal act when the officer arrives. This ordinance would empower the police to better protect local businesses and restore those businesses faith in the police, since they would be better able to enforce our laws. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Kimbrough and Romero introduced the following: 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 The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. Section 48-12 (Definitions) and Section 48-13 (Structure of minority- and women-owned and -controlled business) of Article II (Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program and Minority- and Women-Owned Labor Utilization Plan) of Chapter 48 (Equal Opportunity Protections) of Part I (Administrative Legislation) are amended to read as follow: § 48-12 Definitions. For the purpose of this program, the following definitions shall govern the management and direct implementation of program guidelines for minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWOBE) and the Minority and Women Labor Utilization Plan (MWLUP): MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED AND -CONTROLLED BUSINESS An established, profit-making enterprise, firm or corporation owned, controlled and operated with a minimum of 51% of all vested ownership and management benefits held by citizens and/or permanent residents who are women or a member of one of the following groups: citizens and/or permanent residents identified as minority and defined as such by the United States Department of Commerce, United States Department of Labor: A. Black persons not of Hispanic origin: persons having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa. B. Hispanic persons: persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish culture of origin, regardless of race. C. Asians or Pacific islanders: persons having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian Subcontinent or the Pacific islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine islands and Samoa. D. American Indians or Alaskan natives: persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Any practice as set forth in Section 1201(b) of the New York Limited Liability Company Law, which includes but is not limited to: Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. A. Attorney and counselor at law; B. Licensed physician C. Those occupations designated in title eight of the Education Law, which include the following: (1) acupuncture; (2) architecture; (3) athletic training; (4) audiology; (5) certified shorthand reporting; (6) chiropractic; (7) dentistry; (8) dietetics and nutrition; (9) engineering; (10) interior design; (11) land surveying; (12) landscape architecture; (13) massage therapy; (14) medical physics; (15) medicine; (16) midwifery; (17) nursing; (18) occupational therapy; (19) ophthalmic dispensing; Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. (20) optometry; (21) pharmacy; (22) physical therapy; (23) podiatry; (24) psychology; (25) public accountancy; (26) respiratory therapy; (27) social work; (28) speech-language pathology; and (29) veterinary medicine. § 48-13 Structure of minority- and women-owned and -controlled business. A. The minority or women ownership of such business is a profit-making venture engaging in and capable of continuous engagement in construction/construction-related activity or a professional service and is organized as one of the following: (1) Sole proprietorship. (2) Partnership/joint venture: two minority owned; two women owned; or one minority-owned and one women-owned. (3) Joint venture, minority/women, majority contractor (51% to 49% only). (4) Corporation. B. The minority or women owner(s) must possess the authority to direct daily business operations and enforce policies of the firm. Specifically, the minority or women owner(s) must exercise routine, ongoing management responsibilities, including but not limited to: (1) Sharing in all benefits and liabilities in proportion to invested ownership percentage. (2) Authorizing and processing payrolls and payables. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. (3) The authorizing of all personnel actions, hiring, promotion and terminations. C. If business is certified as a MWBE business by the State of New York, such certification shall be accepted by the City of Albany. D If business is certified as a MWBE business by Albany County, such certification shall be accepted by the City of Albany. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after enactment. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 26TH DAY OF MAY, 2023 _______________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Jake Eisland, Esq., Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: May 22, 2023 Sponsor: Council Member Kimbrough ORDINANCE 26.61.23 TITLE 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 GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To expand the scope of the Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise Program to include professional services and businesses already approved by New York State or Albany County. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISTING LAW Many Minority and Women Owned Businesses are excluded from the MWBE program because their businesses are professional services, rather than simply a construction-related activity. Additionally, some businesses are excluded due to the repetitive bureaucracy that certification requires. This legislation will expand the MWBE program to include professional services and businesses already certified by the state and county. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Adams introduced the following: 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. The City of Albany, in Common Council convened, does hereby ordain and enact: Section 1. It is hereby ordered and directed that all the right, title, and interest of the City of Albany in and to the 0.13± acre parcel at 34 Irving Street (tax map parcel number 76.40-2-10), the 0.03± acre parcel at 38 Irving Street (tax map parcel number 76.40-2-9), and the 0.03± acre parcel at 181 Myrtle Avenue (tax map parcel number 76.40-2-9) be sold at private sale, pursuant to the provisions of Local Law No. 4 of 1984 to Capital Roots, Inc.; SUBJECT to all easements, restrictions, and rights of way of record. Section 2. It is hereby determined that the aforesaid property has been abandoned for municipal or public purposes. Section 3. The form, content, terms, and conditions of such conveyance shall be approved by the Corporation Counsel and shall be subject to the approval of the Board of Estimate and Apportionment, and if approved by the said Board, the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute a proper deed of conveyance for valuable consideration. Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect immediately. APPROVED AS TO FORM THIS 9TH DAY OF AUGUST, 2023 ______________________________ Corporation Counsel Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Esq., Sr. Asst. Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 9, 2023 Sponsor: Council Member Adams ORDINANCE 33.82.23 TITLE 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. GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION Capital Roots has operated a community garden on the three subject parcels, which are adjacent to one another, for a number of years, but does not own the parcels. Capital Roots, which operates a numbers of community gardens throughout the City, would like to obtain ownership of these properties, which it has already operated and maintained for a significant amount of time. The proposed purchase was approved by the Technical Review Committee. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND CHANGES TO EXISTING LAW The sale of City-owned property requires Common Council approval. FISCAL IMPACT(S) Capital Roots has agreed to pay $500 for each parcel. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Balarin, on behalf of the Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 76.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SHADI KHADIVI TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Albany has, pursuant to the provisions of section 302 (e) of the City Charter, appointed Shadi Khadivi as a member of the City of Albany Planning Board; and WHEREAS, the Common Council must consent to the Mayor’s appointments of members to the Planning Board under section 302 (e) of the City Charter; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany consents to the appointment of Shadi Khadivi. to the City of Albany Planning Board for a term of office to expire December 31, 2026. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: June 23, 2023 Sponsor: Balarin o/b/o Planning RESOLUTION 76.71.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SHADI KHADIVI TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution approves the appointment of Shadi Khadivi to the Planning Board for a term which will expire on December 31, 2026. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The Common Council must confirm mayoral appointments to the Planning Board pursuant to section 301(e) of the City of Albany Charter. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Balarin, on behalf of the Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 77.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RACHEL BREIDSTER TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Albany has, pursuant to the provisions of section 302 (e) of the City Charter, appointed Rachel Breidster as a member of the City of Albany Planning Board; and WHEREAS, the Common Council must consent to the Mayor’s appointments of members to the Planning Board under section 302 (e) of the City Charter; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany consents to the appointment of Rachel Breidster. to the City of Albany Planning Board for a term of office to expire December 31, 2023. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: June 23, 2023 Sponsor: Balarin o/b/o Planning RESOLUTION 77.71.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RACHEL BREIDSTER TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution approves the appointment of Rachel Breidster to the Planning Board for a term which will expire on December 31, 202. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The Common Council must confirm mayoral appointments to the Planning Board pursuant to section 301(e) of the City of Albany Charter. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Balarin, on behalf of the Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 82.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF PAIGE BARNUM TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Albany has, pursuant to the provisions of Article 3 of the City Charter, reappointed Paige Barnum as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals; and WHEREAS, the Common Council must consent to the Mayor’s appointments of members to the Board of Zoning Appeals under Article 3 of the City Charter; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany consents to the appointment of Paige Barnum to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term of office to expire December 31, 2025. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Esq. Sr. Asst. Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: July 6, 2023 Sponsor: Balarin o/b/o Planning Committee RESOLUTION 82.72.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF PAIGE BARNUM TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To reappoint Paige Barnum to a term of the Board of Zoning Appeals which will expire on December 31, 2025. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The Common Council must confirm mayoral appointments to the BZA pursuant to Section 301(e) of the City of Albany Charter. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Member Balarin, on behalf of the Committee on Planning, Land Use, and Economic Development, introduced the following: RESOLUTION 83.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF JELLISA JOSEPH TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of Albany has, pursuant to the provisions of Article 3 of the City Charter, appointed Jellisa Joseph as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals; and WHEREAS, the Common Council must consent to the Mayor’s appointments of members to the Board of Zoning Appeals under Article 3 of the City Charter; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany consents to the appointment of Jellisa Joseph to the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term of office to expire December 31, 2023. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Danielle Gillespie, City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Esq. Sr. Asst. Corporation Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: July 6, 2023 Sponsor: Balarin o/b/o Planning Committee RESOLUTION 83.72.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF JELLISA JOSEPH TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION To appoint Jellisa Joseph to a term of the Board of Zoning Appeals which will expire on December 31, 2023. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW The Common Council must confirm mayoral appointments to the BZA pursuant to Section 301(e) of the City of Albany Charter. FISCAL IMPACT(S) None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. Council Members Flynn, Anane, Balarin, Clarke, Hoey, Keegan, Kimbrough, and Zamer introduced the following, with the support of Council President Ellis, Mayor Sheehan, City Treasurer Shahinfar, and City Auditor Applyrs: RESOLUTION 88.82.23R (Pending Amendment 9.7.23) A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC TO, IF ABLE, SUPPORT STRUGGLING INDIVIDUALS BY DIRECTING THEM TO SOCIAL SERVICES OR GIVING TO NOT-FOR-PROFITS WHEREAS, the Albany County Department of Social Services provides housing vouchers to those in need, and the City of Albany has allocated funds from the American Rescue Plan to assist with the rapid rehousing of those who have been evicted from their homes; and WHEREAS, virtually all of these services are provided by not-for-profit community- based organizations that need financial support from the public; and WHEREAS, more than 1,500 units of affordable housing have been created or renovated since 2015 however there is still a high demand for more, the City is home to hundreds of units of supportive housing with a concentration in our historically underserved neighborhoods and more than a dozen treatment centers for those struggling with addiction, as well as home to homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and food pantries; and WHEREAS, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, the complications of that public health crisis have significantly exacerbated existing problems of homeless, mental illness, addiction, and individuals seeking money from others, sometimes referred to as panhandling; and WHEREAS, although every American has a recognized constitutional right to ask for money in public in a non-threatening manner, the increase in individuals seeking money from others – particularly in an aggressive manner – over the past several years has significantly impacted public spaces throughout the City of Albany, together with the businesses that exist in and around those public spaces; and WHEREAS, many individuals seeking money from others operate in some of the City’s busiest roads and intersections, behavior which significantly increases the likelihood of vehicle accidents and injuries, putting themselves, drivers, and passersby at risk; WHEREAS, it is more effective for members of the public to assist local service providers than for them to place themselves and the community at risk by handing money directly to individuals standing in traffic; WHEREAS, the City of Albany is home to resources that assist those struggling with homelessness, hunger, substance abuse, mental illness, and other difficulties; and WHEREAS, the City recognizes there is still work to be done related to affordable housing and other topics to address those struggling; and Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. WHEREAS, the City is currently reviewing possible legislative actions to help deal with the current prevalence of aggressive and/or dangerous attempts to seek money from others; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Albany, with the support of the Mayor, the City Auditor, and the City Treasurer, hereby encourages the public, for the safety of the community, to refrain from giving money directly to individuals seeking money from others and to, instead, give to local organizations that work to assist those struggling with homelessness, hunger, substance abuse, mental illness, and other difficulties; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Albany shall create pamphlets detailing available services that can assist individuals seeking money from others and which shall be made available for members of the public to distribute. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. To: Shaniqua Jackson, Acting City Clerk From: Brett Williams, Sr. Asst. Corporation Counsel Jake Eisland, Research Counsel Re: Common Council Legislation Supporting Memorandum Date: August 10, 2023 Sponsors: Council Members Flynn, Anane, Balarin, Clarke, Hoey, Keegan, Kimbrough, and Zamer introduced the following, with the support of Mayor Sheehan, City Treasurer Shahinfar, City Auditor Applyrs, and Council President Ellis RESOLUTION 88.82.23R TITLE A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC TO REFRAIN FROM GIVING MONEY DIRECTLY TO INDIVIDUALS FORCED TO SEEK MONEY FROM OTHER RESIDENTS GENERAL PURPOSE OF LEGISLATION This resolution discourages members of the public from giving money directly to individuals seeking money from other residents, a.k.a. panhandling, and encourages them, instead, to give money to community organizations which provide assistance to those suffering from homelessness, hunger, substance abuse, mental illness, and other difficulties. NECESSITY FOR LEGISLATION AND ANY CHANGE TO EXISTING LAW See above. FISCAL IMPACT None. Matter in strikethrough to be deleted. Matter underlined is new material. AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALBANY COMMON COUNCIL Monday, September 18, 2023 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 Page 1 of 8 Local Laws Held 1 Johnson 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* 2 Planning 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* 3 Romero 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* 4 Romero J of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE VIIB (ALBANY POLICE DEPARMENT INTERACTIONS) OF PART 1 (DEPARTMENT OF POLICE) OF CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN REALTION TO PROHIBITING THE ALBANY POLICE DEPARMENT FROM PURCHASING, STOCKPILING, AND USING KINETIC ENERGY MUNITIONS *Referred to Public Safety* 5 Romero K of 2022 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING ARTICLE VIIB (ALBANY POLICE DEPARMENT 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 DEPARMENT FROM PURCHASING, STOCKPILING, AND USING CHEMICAL WEAPONS *Referred to Public Safety* 6 Kimbrough 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* 7 Zamer 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* Page 2 of 8 Local Laws Held 8 Anane D of 2023 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING SECTION 5 OF LOCAL LAW 1-2016 IN RELATION TO THE EXPIRATION THEREOF *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 9 Keegan E of 2023 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ADDING THERETO A NEW ARTICLE XI TO BE ENTITLED “HARASSMENT OF A CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, PUBLIC SERVICE OFFICER, OR TRAFFIC SAFETY AIDE” *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* 10 Adams 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* 11 Zamer H of 2023 A LOCAL LAW AMENDING CHAPTER 42 (DEPARTMENTS AND COMMISSIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY BY ADDING A NEW PART 41 THERETO CREATING THE CITY OF ALBANY COMMISSION ON MONUMENTS AND PUBLIC ART *Referred to Law, Buildings & Code Enforcement* Page 3 of 8 Ordinances Introduced 1 Flynn 34.92.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PART I (ADMINISTRATIVE LEGISLATION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO PROVIDING DEFRIBRILLATORS IN MUNICIPAL WORKPLACES 2 Adams 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 INDIGINOUS PEOPLES DAY Page 4 of 8 Ordinances Held 1 Farrell 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 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 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 Anane 5.21.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I (LOITERING; DISTURBANCES; DEFACING PROPERTY) OF CHAPTER 255 (PEACE AND GOOD ORDER) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO SIMPLIFYING THE ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES FOR LOITERING. *Referred to Public Safety* 5 Romero 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* 6 Farrell 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* 7 Kimbrough 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* 8 Keegan 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* Page 5 of 8 Ordinances Held 9 Balarin 29.71.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 375 (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR CANNABIS DISPENSARIES AND CONSUMPTION SITES *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 10 Balarin 32.81.23 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 375-405 (PARKING AND LOADING) OF CHAPTER 375 (UNIFIED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF ALBANY IN RELATION TO REQUIRING OFF-SITE PARKING FOR THE DURATION OF A PROJECT *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 11 Adams 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* Page 6 of 8 Resolutions Introduced 1 Adams 95.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL DECLARING THE SECOND MONDAY IN OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' DAY IN ALBANY 2 Love 96.92.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL RECOGNIZING AND HONORING THE INGENUITY AND COURAGE OF BREEA ANISSA BULGIN, ZALAYA LIPSCOMB, AND ZYANNA LIPSCOMB IN ASSISTING WITH FINDING A MISSING CHILD Page 7 of 8 Resolutions Held 1 Hoey 13.21.22R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL REQUESTING THE ALBANY WATER BOARD TO FLOURINATE THE WATER OF THE CITY OF ALBANY *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment* 2 Hoey 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* 3 Clarke 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* 4 Balarin 76.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF SHADI KHADIVI TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 5 Balarin 77.71.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF RACHEL BREIDSTER TO THE CITY OF ALBANY PLANNING BOARD *Passed the Planning, Economic Development & Land Use Committee* 6 Balarin 82.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE REAPPOINTMENT OF PAIGE BARNUM TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 7 Balarin 83.72.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL CONSENTING TO THE APPOINTMENT OF JELLISA JOSEPH TO THE BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS *Referred to Planning, Economic Development & Land Use* 8 Flynn 88.82.23R A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC TO REFRAIN FROM GIVING MONEY DIRECTLY TO INDIVIDUALS SEEKING MONEY FROM OTHERS *Passed the General Services, Health & Environment Committee* 9 Robinson 92.91.23R A RESOLUTION IN ENCOURAGING THE CITY OF ALBANY TO SEEK ENVIRONMENTAL BOND ACT FUNDING FOR THE PATROON CREEK GREENWAY *Referred to General Services, Health & Environment* Page 8 of 8