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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - City Council - 01/18/1993CITY COUNCIL 18 JANUARY 1993 The South Burlington City Council held a meeting on Monday, 18 January 1993, at 7:30 p.m., in the Conference Room, City Hall, 575 Dorset St. Members Present: Michael Flaherty, Chairman; John Dinklage, James Condos, William Cimonetti, Robert Chittenden Also Present: Charles Hafter, City Manager; Sid Poger, The Other Paper; Lauren-Glenn Davitan, Ann Hallowell, Legislator; Sandy Greiner, Burlington Free Press; Dave MacLaughlin; Peg Strait, Assistant City Manager 1. Comments & Questions from the Public not related to items on the Agenda: Ms. Hallowell introduced herself as the new Legislator representing District 7-7. She is serving on the Judiciary Committee. 2. Presentation on Status of Public Access Cable Programming, Channel 17: Ms. Devitan said the big news is that they have gotten their administrative house in order and have been given non-profit status by the IRS. They have also settled an 8 year deal with Adelphia Cable, receiving 1.4% of Adelphia's gross operating revenues for operating expenses and 7% for capital expenses. This allows them to improve equipment and the quality of sound and picture are already improved. Mr. Dinklage complimented the total operation and noted that a lot of people are watching, more than he ever would have guessed. He suggested they approach the CASA group who may want to utilize the services of the Channel in their efforts. Mr. Cimonetti asked about the total annual budget. Ms. Devitan said they have an operating budget of $110,000. and a capital budget of $30,000. They are on the air 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Mr. Cimonetti noted that they will provide at cost a tape of any program viewers may want. 3. Review of Proposed CCTA Route & Service Hour Changes for FY '94 and during the next several years: Mr. Flaherty noted the change on the Kennedy Drive route between Hinesburg Rd. and Dorset St. so that buses will now go through the condominium communities. Mr. Cimonetti felt that feedback should be sought from residents as to their reaction to this. He was concerned that it will now be farther to walk for people using the medical buildings. Mr. Cimonetti also noted a public hearing will be held tomorrow night at 5:30 at City Hall by CCTA for discussion on these changes. Mr. Flaherty added that the changes take effect on 1 July so there is time to discuss them with concerned residents. Mr. Hafter said he would attend the hearing and express the Council's concerns. Other Transportation Issues: Mr. Cimonetti reported there is also a Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee meeting tomorrow to be held at noon at the Lighthouse Restaurant. The topic is the proposed Shelburne Rd. widening project. Mr. Hafter will attend. Mr. Cimonetti also reported that the Statewide Rail Council meeting is next Monday at 10 a.m. in Montpelier. Formal recommendations should be made to the Governor after that. The Agency of Transportation will have a public hearing Wednesday, 20 January at 6:30 p.m. at the Pavillion Office building. The Agency has gotten a grant and will discuss transportation issues in New England. 4. Set new Date for Steering Committee Meeting: At the request of the School Board, the date of the Steering Committee meeting has been changed to 4 February 1993, 7:30 p.m. Members agreed to this. 5. FY 1993-4 Budget Calendar: Mr. Cimonetti asked if it is possible to do without the 25 February meeting. Mr. Hafter said it is possible if all work can be accomplished before then. Review Zoning Board agenda for 25 January and Planning Commission agenda for 19 January: No issues were raised. Sign Disbursement Orders: Disbursement Orders were signed. Minutes of 21 December and 4 January: Mr. Dinklage moved the Minutes of 21 December and 4 January be approved as written. Mr. Chittenden seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Executive Session: Mr. Chittenden moved the Council adjourn and reconvene in Executive Session to discuss personnel issues, contract negotiations, and to discuss the grievance heard at the last meeting and to resume regular session only for the purpose of adjournment. Mr. Dinklage seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Regular Session: Mr. Dinklage moved adjournment. Mr. Chittenden seconded. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 PM. Published by ClerkBase ©2019 by Clerkbase. No Claim to Original Government Works.