Canandaigua public meetings in 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear four applications, including a use variance for a professional office at 28 South Main Street and three area variances for short-term rentals and a large commercial structure. The board will also consider approval of minutes from its November 16 meeting.

• 28 South Main Street: C LAKE PROPERTIES LLC seeks a use variance to operate a professional office on the ground floor in a C2-A zone, where offices are not normally permitted
• 40 Bristol Street: MARCUS FRANZ requests an area variance to run a short-term rental from a property that is not his primary residence in an R-2 zone
• 250 Bristol Street: ANDREW AND JOANN FIORENTINO seek an area variance for a short-term rental from a non-primary residence in an R-2 zone
• 267 South Main Street: 267 S MAIN STREET LLC requests area variances to build an 18,785 SF structure 1 foot from the street line (25 feet required) and provide 25 parking spaces (75 required)

The board approved a use variance for a professional office on South Main Street and an area variance for a new commercial building. One short-term rental variance was approved, while another was tabled. The board also approved the minutes from the November 16, 2022 meeting.

• Approved use variance for professional office at 28 South Main Street (5-0)
• Approved area variance for short-term rental at 40 Bristol Street (5-0)
• Tabled short-term rental application for 250 Bristol Street (5-0)
• Approved area variance for 18,785 SF structure and parking at 267 South Main Street (4-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Planning Commission

The Commission approved a short-term rental permit for 116 South Main and several historic alterations. A short-term rental application for 178 Parrish Street was tabled after a motion to approve it failed in a 3-3 tie.

• Approved short-term rental permit for 116 South Main (6-0)
• Tabled short-term rental permit for 178 Parrish Street (5-1)
• Approved historic alteration to remove chimney and windows at 88 Howell Street (6-0)
• Tabled detached garage application for 175 Bristol Street (6-0)
• Approved sunroom addition at 104 Gibson Street (5-1)
• Approved garage modification at 104 Gibson Street with condition for detailed plans (6-0)
• Approved kitchen addition and enclosed porch at 104 Gibson Street (6-0)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on adopting the 2023 city budget, which includes an $18.7 million general fund, a property tax levy of $6,367,059, and a $10,000 parking lot assessment. The council will also set 2023 water rates, approve the Business Improvement District budget with a $42,500 charge levy, and adopt changes to the city fee schedule. Other actions include authorizing contracts for outside agencies, auditing services, a fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua, and a one-year extension of a water sales agreement.

• Adoption of 2023 budget: General fund $18,731,476; Water $5,382,773; Sewer $5,577,878
• Property tax levy of $6,367,059 for 2023 plus $10,000 parking lot assessment
• 2023 Business Improvement District budget approved with $42,500 charge levy
• Changes to city fee schedule including sign review, site plan review, and recreation fees
• Authorizing fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua

The Council approved the 2023 budget and a $6,367,059 property tax levy. New water rates and sewer rents were established, and a three-year fire services contract with the Town of Canandaigua was authorized. The city also approved a three-year auditing contract and a tax forbearance agreement for residents.

• Adopted 2023 Budget (7-1)
• Established 2023 property tax levy of $6,367,059 and $10,000 parking lot assessment (8-0)
• Approved 2023 Business Improvement District budget not to exceed $42,500 (8-0)
• Set 2023 water rates at $4.110 per 1,000 gallons for city customers and $5.676 for suburban customers (8-0)
• Established sewer rents at $5.40 per 1,000 gallons with a $60.48 minimum quarterly charge (8-0)
• Authorized 3-year fire services contract with Town of Canandaigua for $900k in 2023, $975k in 2024, and $1.1M in 2025 (8-0)
• Approved 3-year auditing contract with Mengel, Metzger, Barr & Co. LLP (8-0)
• Authorized forbearance and payment agreements for outstanding 2020-2022 property taxes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a local law establishing sewer rents and another on the proposed 2023 city budget. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Public hearing on a local law establishing and imposing sewer rents
• Public hearing on the proposed 2023 city budget
• Reappointment of Bonnie Dorschel to the Planning Commission for a first full term
• Reappointment of Joe Bader to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a third term
• Reappointment of Julie Harris to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a second term

The City Council appointed Councilmember Karen White as Council President. The council also reappointed members to the Planning Commission and the Zoning Board of Appeals. Public hearings were held regarding sewer rents and the proposed 2023 City Budget.

• Appointed Councilmember Ward 3 White as President of City Council (8-0)
• Reappointed Bonnie Dorschel to the Planning Commission (8-0)
• Reappointed Joe Bader to the Zoning Board of Appeals (8-0)
• Reappointed Julie Harris to the Zoning Board of Appeals (8-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications: one for a professional office on the ground floor at 28 South Main Street, which is not permitted in the C2-A zone, and another to demolish and rebuild a boathouse at Pier 1, Boathouse #17 with a length of 40 feet, exceeding the 32-foot maximum. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Application #22-256A: 28 South Main Street, C LAKE PROPERTIES LLC, seeking a Use Variance for a professional office in C2-A zone (ground-floor offices not permitted)
• Application #22-313A: Pier #1, Boathouse #17, THOMAS POST, seeking an Area Variance to build a 40-foot boathouse (max allowed is 32 feet)

The board approved an area variance for a new boathouse at Pier #1, Boathouse #17, exceeding the 32-foot limit. A request for a use variance at 28 South Main Street was tabled pending further financial evidence.

• Approved area variance for 40-foot boathouse at Pier #1, Boathouse #17 (6-1)
• Tabled use variance application #22-256A for 28 South Main Street (7-0)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a conditional special use permit for a wellness retreat and several architectural signage and facade projects. One application for a short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue was denied.

• Approved historic alteration for windows at 159 Gibson Street (5-1)
• Approved special use permit for wellness retreat at 222 North Main Street with conditions (5-1)
• Denied special use permit for short-term rental at 90 Jefferson Avenue (6-0)
• Approved signage installation for Hotel Canandaigua at 205 Lakeshore Drive (6-0)
• Approved signage updates for The Young Agency at 343 North Main Street (6-0)
• Approved historic alteration to install BrickFast Panel System at 151 South Main Street (6-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a local law to exceed the state property tax levy limit, and consider resolutions to buy a 0.457-acre parcel from Ontario County for $1, set a public hearing on the proposed 2023 city budget, and set a hearing on a new sewer rent law. The council will also vote on amendments to city codes on purchasing policies and solid waste.

• Public hearing on local law to exceed property tax levy limit under General Municipal Law §3-C
• Resolution #2022-069: Authorizing purchase of 0.457-acre parcel from Ontario County for $1
• Resolution #2022-070: Authorizing a municipal services agreement with Ontario County
• Resolution #2022-071: Setting public hearing on proposed 2023 city budget
• Resolution #2022-072: Setting public hearing on local law establishing sewer rents

City Council authorized a property tax levy in excess of the general municipal law limit for the 2023 fiscal year. The council also appointed Ellen Polimeni to fill a vacant council seat and approved several agreements with Ontario County.

• Approved property tax levy override for 2023 budget (7-1)
• Appointed Ellen Polimeni to Ward 1 council seat (8-0)
• Approved honorary designation of Spencer Lane as 'Nick Cutri Lane' (8-0)
• Authorized purchase of .457 acres from Ontario County for $1.00 (8-0)
• Approved 3-year Municipal Services Agreement with Ontario County for $39,745 annually (8-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for 2023 budget and sewer rents for Nov 17, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending purchasing policies and procedures (8-0)
• Tabled ordinance amending solid waste code (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance applications. The first is a use variance to allow a business and three apartments at 107 North Main Street, where only single-family homes are currently permitted. The second is an area variance for a 240-square-foot storage building at 25 Clark Street, exceeding the 165-square-foot limit.

• 107 North Main Street: Use variance to re-establish business and three apartments in a Residential-Institutional zone.
• 25 Clark Street: Area variance for a 240 SF storage building (limit is 165 SF).

City Council

The City Council is deciding on budget amendments for road work and fire department costs, as well as authorizing several inter-municipal agreements. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for November 3, 2022, regarding a property tax levy that exceeds the limit established in General Municipal Law §3-C.

• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 3, 2022, regarding a property tax levy in excess of General Municipal Law §3-C
• Appropriation of $228,920 from Capital Reserve for micro-pave program overruns
• Appropriation of $30,000 from 2022 Budget Contingency for Fire Department gas and vehicle repairs
• Agreement with Ontario County for $40,000 in Waste Reduction Strategy grant funding
• Authorization of 'A Stronger Ontario 5K' special event on November 13, 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications regarding property use variances. The board will consider requests for a short-term rental operation and a challenge to a zoning officer's decision.

• Application #22-275: Area Variance for a short-term rental at 31 Bristol Street (Blue Line Homes Inc.)
• Application #22-256: Appeal of Zoning Officer decision regarding nonconforming use at 28 South Main Street (C Lake Properties LLC)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss several resolutions, including the appropriation of surplus funds for the city's solid waste collection program. The body will also consider funding for The Central on Main and a related fundraising license agreement.

• Resolution #2022-057: Appropriating $69,260.50 from 2021 surplus for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters
• Resolution #2022-058: Appropriating Capital Reserve toward The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-059: Authorizing a license agreement with The BID for a fundraising event at The Central on Main
• Contract proposal from ContainerPros, LLC for assembly of 7,200 carts and removal of 3,600 carts

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including funding for the assembly and delivery of residential waste containers. The body will also discuss matters regarding The Central on Main and emergency repairs at the Water Resource Recovery Facility.

• Resolution #2022-057: Appropriating $69,260.50 for assembly and delivery of recycling and garbage toters
• Resolution #2022-058: Appropriating Capital Reserve toward The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-059: License agreement with The BID for a fundraising event at The Central on Main
• Resolution #2022-060: Budget amendment for emergency repair at the Water Resource Recovery Facility

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Canandaigua Zoning Board of Appeals has no applications on the agenda for this meeting.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including the issuance of serial bonds for infrastructure and equipment. The body will also discuss street dedications and tax assessment litigation settlements.

• Authorization of $31,500,000 in serial bonds, including $30 million for Water Resource Recovery Facility improvements and $1.5 million for a firefighting vehicle
• Acceptance of street dedications for Saxton Lane and Sibley Court in the Covington Subdivision: Section 3
• Approval of a lease agreement with T-Mobile
• Appropriation of 2021 surplus funds for recycling and garbage toters
• Settlement of tax assessment litigation with Nick Violas, Parkway Plaza LP, JADD Management LLC, and Canandaigua National Bank

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including a major bond issuance for infrastructure and the acceptance of new city streets. The body will also consider lease agreements and settlements for tax assessment litigation.

• Resolution #2022-049: Authorization of $31.5 million in serial bonds ($30 million for Water Resource Recovery Facility and $1.5 million for a firefighting vehicle)
• Resolution #2022-048: Acceptance of streets and public utility improvements for Covington Subdivision: Section 3 (Saxton Lane and Sibley Court)
• Resolution #2022-050: Lease agreement with T-Mobile
• Resolution #2022-051: Contract for street marking and painting
• Resolutions #2022-053, #2022-054, #2022-055: Tax assessment litigation settlements with Nick Violas/Lego Genecco & Sons Inc, Parkway Plaza LP/JAD D Management LLC, and Canandaigua National Bank

Committee of the Whole

The City Council will participate in a capacity building and strategic planning session. Matt Horn of the MRB Group will facilitate the meeting.

• Strategic Planning Retreat facilitated by Matt Horn

City Council

The City Council is considering Resolution #2022-047 to authorize a grant application for the Canandaigua Lake watershed. The proposed project includes flood resiliency, gate modernization, and an ADA accessible kayak/small craft launch.

• Resolution #2022-047: NYS Consolidated Funding Application for Local Waterfront Revitalization Program

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider five applications for area variances and one appeal of a code enforcement decision. These items involve requests to exceed standard size limits for boathouses, solar units, and driveways.

• Application #22-181: Request to extend boathouse at Pier #3, Boathouse #2 to 40 feet
• Application #22-205: Appeal of property maintenance violation at 104 Phoenix Street
• Application #22-221: Request to install 896 SF solar ground unit at 120 North Pearl Street
• Application #22-232: Request to widen driveway by 18 feet at 15 Highland Terrace
• Application #22-233: Request to extend boathouse at Pier #3, Boathouse #22 to 38 feet

City Council

The City Council is considering a municipal cooperation agreement with the Canandaigua City School District to provide one full-time and one part-time school resource officer through 2025. The body is also holding public hearings on videoconferencing procedures for public meetings and community development needs.

• Agreement for school resource officers: District reimburses 100% of part-time officer costs (up to $35,000) and 50% of full-time officer costs (up to $145,000)
• Local Law #2022-004: Establishing videoconferencing procedures for public meetings
• Resolution #2022-045: Authorizing Rainaldi Brothers, Inc to apply for redevelopment of 267 South Main Street
• Resolution #2022-040: Application for Community Development Block Grant funding
• Resolutions for special events: PickleFest, Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association open house, and The Race for the Rest of Us

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review several items including a three-year School Resource Officer agreement renewal. Discussion topics also include code enforcement, a potential vacancy tax, and special event applications.

• Renewal of School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement for a three-year term
• $358,984 New York State Zero-Emissions Vehicles grant for solar charging stations
• $3,500 appropriation for grant administration by MRB Group
• Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association ribbon cutting at 144 Mill Street
• PickleFest XII tournament at Sonnenberg and Baker Park

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request to extend a boathouse length and a request regarding ground sign placement.

• Application #22-181: Pier #3, Boathouse #2, requesting a 40-foot total boathouse length
• Application #22-192: 317 South Main Street, requesting a ground sign within 6 feet of the property line

City Council

The City Council is deciding on roof replacements for city facilities and updating local ordinances. The body is also establishing procedures for the use of videoconferencing during public meetings.

• Contract awarded to J&B Installations for Hurley Building roof ($571,000) and Water Resource Recovery Facility roof ($378,000)
• Appropriation of $149,500 from Sewer Fund Capital Reserve for the Water Resource Recovery Facility roof
• Noise Ordinance exception for Peacemaker Brewing Company and Rio Tomatlan concert on October 8, 2022
• Ordinance #2022-002 increasing fines up to $250 for bicycle, skateboard, and scooter violations in the Downtown Business District
• Local Law #2022-004 establishing videoconferencing procedures for public meetings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request to subdivide a residential lot at 26 West Gibson Street and a request to install a solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street.

• Application #22-138: Subdivision of 2,350 SF portion of 26 West Gibson Street for consolidation with First United Methodist Church
• Application #22-151: Installation of a 490 SF solar ground unit at 230 Prospect Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review four applications regarding area variances. These include requests for larger ground signs, property line setbacks for garages, and a property line readjustment.

• Application #22-070: Wegmans Food Markets (345 Eastern Boulevard) requesting two 9 square foot accessory ground signs
• Application #22-072: Michael Wood (36 Highland Terrace) requesting a garage setback of within 2 feet of the property line
• Application #22-103: John Frasca (14 Saltonstall Street/256 Center Street) requesting a property line readjustment for setbacks under 1 foot
• Application #22-108: Angela Perrotto (121 Park Avenue) requesting to replace a detached garage within 1.3 feet of the property line

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposed local law to revise the interest and penalty schedule for delinquent real property city taxes. This amendment is intended for the year 2022 only due to economic hardships from the COVID-19 crisis.

• Public hearing on Local Law #2022-003 regarding real property tax interest and penalties
• Proposed revision of delinquent tax schedules for 2022

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting for March 16, 2022, contains no applications for review. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two applications for area variances. These include a request for a residential addition near a property line and a request for a wall sign display.

• Application #22-011: Area Variance for 427 Hawley Drive regarding a rear yard setback
• Application #22-019: Area Variance for 170 South Main Street to display a wall sign

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review an application from B & G HOLDINGS LLC. The applicant is requesting a use variance to operate an office in the C-2A Zone District where ground floor offices are not permitted.

• Application #21-420: Use variance for 230 South Main Street

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a resolution regarding the 2022 City Assessment Roll. The proposal aims to reduce the need for certain residents to file renewal applications for tax exemptions.

• Resolution #2022-002: Authorizing the Assessor to grant 2022 exemptions to senior citizens and individuals with disabilities and limited income who received them in 2021

City Council

The City Council is conducting its biennial organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint standing committees. The council also passed a resolution to hold a public hearing regarding a proposed local energy code based on NYStretch standards.

• Election of City Council President
• Appointment of Standing Committees
• Appointment of City Historian Lynn Paulson
• Public hearing for Local Law #2022-001 regarding the NYStretch Energy Code-2020
• Appointments to the Board of Assessment Review, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals