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New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative Strategic Investment Plan

CITY OF CORTLANDCentral New York Regional Economic Development CouncilMarch 2018

Cover photo credit: Bob Ellis, Cortland Standard

Local Planning CommitteeBrian Tobin, Mayor, City of Cortland - Co-chair

Garry VanGorder, Executive Director/CEO, Cortland County BDC/IDA - Co-chair

Erik Bitterbaum, President, SUNY Cortland

Mary Ann Discenza, County Legislator, Cortland County Legislature

Andrew Fish, Senior VP for Business Development, Centerstate CEO

Jeff Gebhardt, Chairperson, Cortland Planning Commission

Lindy Glennon, Executive Director, Cortland County Community Action Program

Bob Haight, President & CEO, Cortland County Chamber of Commerce

Frank Kelly, Chair, City Environmental Advisory (Sustainability) Committee

Adam Megivern, Executive Director, Downtown Partnership

Orinthia Montague, President, Tompkins Cortland Community College

Kathryn (Katy) Silliman, Ward 2 Alderman, Cortland Common Council

Kerby Thompson, Producing Artistic Director, Cortland Repertory Theatre

This document was developed by the city of Cortland Local Planning Committee as part of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative and was supported by the NYS Department of State and NYS Homes and Community Renewal. The document was prepared by the following Consulting Team:

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Table of ContentsForeword Executive Summary Section I: Downtown Profile and Assessment

• Introduction • DRI Area • Strategic Planning Initiatives • Physical Conditions• Critical Issues and Current Advantages and Opportunities• Transportation and Transit Networks: Roads, Highways, and Streets • Historical Character• Cultural Institutions and Attractions• Recent, Ongoing and Planned Projects• Market Analyses• Regulatory Framework• Environmental Constraints• Infrastructure Initiatives

Section II: Downtown Vision, Goals and Strategies

• Vision • Goals and Strategies

Section III: Downtown Management and Implementation Strategy

Section IV: Public Involvement• LPC and Public Meetings • Focus Groups and Interviews • Coordination with Municipal Officials• Additional Public Outreach

Section V: Projects Proposed for DRI • Project Location Map • Guide to Project Profiles • Project Profiles

• Goal A• Goal B• Goal C

• Project Summary Table

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Foreword

• Elmira (Southern Tier Region)

• Geneva (Finger Lakes Region)

• Glens Falls (Capital Region)

• Jamaica (NYC Region)

• Jamestown (Western NY Region)

• Middletown (Mid-Hudson Region)

• Oneonta (Mohawk Valley Region)

• Oswego (Central NY Region)

• Plattsburgh (North Country Region)

• Westbury (Long Island Region)

“A thriving downtown can provide a tremendous boost to the local economy. The Downtown Revitalization Initiative will transform selected downtown neighborhoods into vibrant places for people to live, work and raise a family, which will also help

attract new investments and business for years to come.”

~ Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Nationally and globally, business and development leaders recognize that the creation of new downtown communities with public amenities and a high quality-of-life can provide a catalyst for increased economic development, re-population (particularly by young professionals) and urban vibrancy. Governor Andrew Cuomo recognized this potential and launched a major new initiative in the spring of 2016 – the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI).

The Governor’s ten Regional Economic Development Councils (REDCs) each identified one community in which to invest $10 million to improve the vitality of those urban centers. The Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) funding supports a community planning and implementation process where each community develops the key ingredients needed for successful downtown revitalization: a clear vision for the downtown; goals and strategies to accomplish the vision; and a strategic plan to implement catalytic projects identified in the plan.

Communities selected in Round One included:

In 2017, the enacted state budget included another $100,000,000 for downtown revitalization. DRI Two is again supporting a community planning process, conducted by staff from the Department of State Office of Planning, Development, and Community Infrastructure and the NYS Homes and Community Renewal. This multi-agency effort, led by Secretary of State Rossana Rosado, also includes staff from Empire State Development and assistance from other agencies like the state Department of Transportation and state Department of Labor based on projects identified by the communities.

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The program emphasizes using DRI investments to reinforce and secure additional public and private investment within and near downtown neighborhoods, building upon growth supported by the REDCs. To fully leverage the impact of the DRI, Local Planning Committees identified projects that totaled in excess of the available DRI funds to ensure a continued pipeline of projects ready for funding within the community in the event that alternate funding sources are identified for projects; additional State funds become available; or projects drop from consideration. The most transformative and catalytic projects from those identified for each downtown will receive DRI funding.

With the assistance of the State, leadership from within the communities, and public and private investors, these communities will become vibrant communities where people will want to live, work and raise families.

Communities selected in Round Two included:

• Watkins Glen (Southern Tier Region)

• Batavia (Finger Lakes Region)

• Hudson (Capital Region)

• South Bronx (NYC Region)

• Olean (Western NY Region)

• Kingston (Mid-Hudson Region)

• Rome (Mohawk Valley Region)

• Cortland (Central NY Region)

• Watertown (North Country Region)

• Hicksville in Oyster Bay (Long Island Region)

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Executive Summary

New York State Downtown Revitalization InitiativeStrategic Investment Plan

In October 2017, the city of Cortland was identified as the community under the purview of the Central New York Regional Economic Development Council to receive $10 million as part of Round 2 of New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative. A team of NYS Department of State planners and private consultants was assigned to guide the city through the DRI process and to create a Strategic Investment Plan that will help the city achieve the goals of the initiative. A Local Planning Committee (LPC) comprised of eleven community stakeholders and two co-chairs representing business, education, arts, and civic interests was assembled to lead the city’s efforts and aid in public outreach efforts to ensure the public was involved in all aspects of the DRI process.

The city of Cortland, also known as New York’s “Crown City”, is home to one of Central New York’s most prominent historic downtown districts. Cortland became known as New York’s Crown City as it is geographically situated in a plateau that sits at the convergence of seven valleys. The natural beauty of the landscape is enhanced by a network of parks, walking trails, and bike paths. Cortland is well known for a vibrant artistic and music scene both within the city and the adjacent community of Homer and downtown Cortland is within close proximity to the world-famous Finger Lakes and accompanying educational, cultural and recreational pursuits. As of the most recent census, Cortland’s population is growing, with a poverty rate that has declined by 3.5 percent. Other than Syracuse, Cortland is the most populated community in the Central New York region.

Mirroring the history of Upstate New York, Cortland experienced rapid growth and subsequent economic decline throughout the 20th century. In response, Cortland, like many communities across Central New York, is moving away from a manufacturing-based economy to develop smart and creative ways to compete in a fast-changing landscape. As such, the city has been committed to the revitalization of its downtown area, which is well-positioned to leverage local arts and cultural resources, natural and recreational resources, and advanced scientific and emerging green and technology-based jobs.

Cortland’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) area is compact and well-defined, covering a large percentage of the city’s historic district. The DRI area boundary is encircled by dense single- and multi-family residential neighborhoods to the north, east, and west. Main Street, characterized by venerable stone and brick buildings housing apartments, restaurants, storefronts, coffeehouses, pubs, and a mix of commercial activity, serves as the backbone of downtown Cortland.

Cortland’s implementation of its 2011 Comprehensive Plan, lays out a vision that the DRI will build upon. Although downtown is dense and fairly built-out, plans that promote infill development and mixed-use commercial and residential projects are being established. One main planning challenge, therefore, is to determine how to play to downtown’s inherent strength as a space and place with great social and economic potential.

Cortland is currently pursuing Step 2 of a Brownfield Opportunity Area study for a large swath of the southern and eastern portions of the city (The Southeast Cortland Redevelopment Initiative), adjacent to the downtown area. The BOA planning process will identify key development sites and create detailed redevelopment options in order to place them back into active use. The BOA will also allow the city to explore development opportunities. Such environmentally-challenged sites present an opportunity to create new jobs while improving surrounding neighborhoods. Implementing the BOA concurrently with the DRI will propel the community’s transformation forward.

An open engagement process was recently completed through a collaborative effort among government agencies and leaders, private companies, non-profits, and residents to create a unified vision for downtown. The community is exploring and planning for changes to the Main Street and Clinton Avenue streetscapes, new apartment buildings, and several new arts and entertainment facilities. Ways to provide cutting-edge broadband and open-access data networks are also being studied.

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Community Driven Process – Vision, Goals, Strategies and ProjectsThe success of Cortland’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) depends in large part on the input and feedback obtained from the Cortland community, which includes anyone who lives, works, or goes to college in the city. A Public Engagement Plan was developed to ensure that the DRI process would be transparent, welcoming, and innovative, to garner the largest achievable cross section of input and ideas from the community.

Based on public input and personal knowledge of previous planning initiatives, the LPC created the following downtown Vision that incorporates each of the elements deemed important by those who live and work in Cortland:

To develop the historical downtown into a thriving economic and cultural center for Cortland County, building upon three key strategies:

• Expand the arts, music, sports and recreation based creative economy;• Build a complete downtown neighborhood which includes housing for all demographics, retail shopping, job availability, access to everyday

goods and services, and attractive public spaces; and• Update infrastructure that integrates technology and sustainability to address 21st Century needs

The Cortland DRI Vision Statement was constructed in such a way that it clearly lays out the three main goals the LPC would like to achieve through the DRI process. The strategies are the most impactful ways to achieve each of the respective goals. These strategies were also utilized during the priority project selection process to aid the LPC in determining which projects would have the greatest impact on achieving the city’s Vision.

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Goal A: Expand the arts, music, sports and recreation based creative economy

• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and attractions

• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions• Increase opportunities to attract innovative and/or culturally

based businesses and grow the local property tax base• Consider opportunities for creating artist live/work spaces• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational

opportunities

A-1

Establish the Crown City Artworks ProjectThis project will install public art [e.g. sculpture, murals, and curated exhibits] at select locations throughout the DRI area to enhance the appeal and attractiveness of these spaces and draw attention to art as an integral component of downtown revitalization.

DRI Funding $200,000

A-2

Renovate Courthouse Park Including a Mobile Stage for Performing ArtsCourthouse Park is located in the heart of the city’s historical downtown. This project will include much-needed improvements to the Courthouse Park including a new performing arts stage with state-of-the-art amenities and an improved fountain at the park entrance.


A-3

Create a Downtown Pocket ParkLocated in downtown Cortland between the structures of 10 and 16 Main Street, the park will provide an oasis from the bustle of downtown and a protected area for families and children to gather and relax. The park will include landscaping, seating, and can be used for a small event space, play areas for children, places to relax and meet friends, and take lunch breaks. With the addition of downtown Wi-Fi, the pocket park will also be a place to hold meetings and work.


A-4

Renovate a Historical Downtown Building for a Multi-Use Entertainment FacilityThe project includes the renovation of a historical Main Street building to create a commercial space dedicated to family-friendly entertainment. The facility will house bowling lanes and a venue for live music performance featuring state-of-the-art digital audio/video recording and production facilities. This project will also create an urban green space with the development of a second-floor rooftop park.


Priority Projects that help meet Goal A:

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A-5

Enhance Gateway to Main Street Through Streetscape Improvements and Creation of Pocket ParkNorth Main Street improvements will include replacement of the sidewalk between the parking lot adjacent to the Cortland Flower Shop and the curb and a new grass strip with trees between the sidewalk and the new curb. Fencing or shrubs will also be installed to mask the parking lot from the sidewalk. The pocket park will have pervious brick pavers, trees and benches and will be well lit. A large mural located on the north side of One North Main Street will bring a creative element to the park.

DRI Request $71,750

A-6

Create Cortland’s First Community Bike Share in Downtown CortlandSeven Valleys Health Coalition (SVHC) will partner with the Cortland Free Library (CFL) for the startup of the Community’s first Bike Share, located at the CFL in the downtown. This project will provide the public with a total of 40 bikes including 24 adult bicycles, 4 adult tricycles, 12 children’s bicycles (6 each 24-inch and 20 inch), and 4 child trailers. Helmets and locks will also be provided to the public.

DRI Funding $35,402

A-7

Establish Vine Health and FitnessVine Health and Fitness will be a 5,000 SF wellness center with the newest state-of-the-art exercise equipment and amenities including: an 800 square foot group exercise room, spa-like men’s and women’s locker rooms with showers, two rooms for massage therapists to rent, and a new HVAC system. Cortland Regional Medical Center’s Outpatient Physical Therapy will rent the adjacent 2,000 square foot space and pay a monthly fee to Vine Health and Fitness to use the space and equipment for their physical therapy patients.

DRI Request $350,000

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Goal B: Build a complete downtown neighborhood which includes housing for all demographics, retail shopping, job availability, access to everyday goods and services, and attractive public spaces

• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to attract new businesses and residents

• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting and accessible to all

• Enact the two-way Main Street conversion to allow for better circulation in the downtown especially for those not familiar with the city, and enhance access to Main Street businesses

• Promote the adaptive reuse of under-utilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including market rate housing

• Establish programs to grow small business, and downtown retail• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations

Priority Projects that help meet Goal B:

B-1

Create a Building, Business, and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund to Assist Building Owners and Business StartupsThe fund will assist with smaller-scale capital improvements/renovations in the designated downtown area. Such projects may include sign and façade improvements, building renovation, upper story housing, working capital, equipment, interior commercial and residential improvements, etc. The fund may underwrite a portion of start-up costs for new businesses identified as critical to a vibrant and vital downtown. The fund may also fund projects that reduce the city’s environmental footprint and/or encourage energy generation from renewable sources in the downtown.


B-2

Establish the SUNY Cortland Institute of Applied Geospatial and Drone TechnologyThis project will establish the Institute for Geospatial and Drone Technology in downtown Cortland. It will be a resource for entrepreneurs, startup companies, Central New York and the Cortland community, including local municipalities, emergency services, non-profit organizations, and schools.


B-3Renovate 13-15 Central Avenue to Create New Office SpaceThis project will develop 3,000 sf of Office/retail on the first floor and 6,000 sf of office space on the upper floors. Currently the upper floors are unoccupied and in need of major renovation in order for them to be usable for any purpose.


B-4

Create New Apartments at 73 Main StreetThis project will redevelop 4,000 sf of Office/retail on floors 1 and 2, and create two housing units on floor 3. The first and second floors are currently being used as office space by a tenant that will be vacating the space in 2018 and the 3rd floor is unusable in its current condition.


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B-5Renovate 37-39 Port Watson Street Mixed Use Building and Create New ApartmentsThis project will create 4 residential units in the rear of property, with the bottom 2 units fully ADA compliant. The project will also rebuild the façade of the building and improve the side alley to be an attractive well-lit walkway with plantings.


B-6

Preserve and Restore SUNY Cortland Alumni Carriage HouseThe Lynne Parks ’68 SUNY Cortland Alumni House, including its Carriage House, is one of the city’s most iconic locations. This project will renovate the SUNY Alumni Carriage House and create lodging space for visitors to the area, a multi-purpose meeting space, new restrooms and a kitchenette.


B-7

Renovate the Façade at BRIXThis project would allow for the installation of floor-to-ceiling glass doors at BRIX to provide a connection between the interior and exterior seating areas. The new design will give the business an atmosphere that would increase business during slower times and would enable BRIX to hire additional employees.

DRI Request $50,000

B-8

Redevelop and Stabilize Harold (Keator) Block Mixed Use BuildingSix (6) existing residential units will be converted into nine (9) high-quality 2-bedroom units and targeted specifically to young professionals with higher disposable income. The project includes structural repairs that will allow for apartment creation and energy efficient replacements of the retail window.


B-9

Create New Apartments at 29 Central AvenueThis project will redevelop 2,000 sf of office/retail on the first floor and (4) 2 bedroom and (2) 1 bedroom housing units on the upper floors. The entire building is currently unoccupied. The 1st and 2nd floors were most recently used as office space. The 3rd floor is unusable in its current condition.

DRI Request $85,000

B-10

Renovate Fiorentini Block for Mixed Use Retail and Residential DevelopmentThis project will include a new water line to be installed from the Street into the building, to comply with the Cortland City Fire Code and install sprinklers throughout the entire building to allow apartments to be built on the upper floors. All windows on the second and third floors will be replaced as they are old single-pane windows and in poor condition. This project also includes restoration of the historical facade on the top of the building facing the Main Street.

DRI Request $80,000

B-11

Renovate 83-85 Main Street for Mixed Use DevelopmentThis project is a mixed-use redevelopment project of a chronically vacant, deteriorating historical building, which is a critical anchor on Main Street. Built in 1891, the upper floors of this building have been vacant since the early 1940’s and are in dire need of repair. This project will create upscale, luxury, market rate, loft style apartments on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of the building, creating a total of nine (9) new apartments.


B-12

Complete the Creation of the Cortland Business Innovation CenterThe project will serve Cortland County’s nearly 49,000 residents and increase visitation from the I-81 corridor. The facility will provide a physical space for the ideation and commercialization of concepts into viable businesses with retail spaces for four businesses on the first floor, eight co-working and startup offices on the second floor and one entrepreneur in residency on the third floor.


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Goal C: Update infrastructure that integrates technology and sustainability to address 21st century needs

• Encourage projects that reduce the city’s environmental footprint• Provide a connected, wireless downtown• Encourage energy generation from renewable resources

Priority Projects that help meet Goal C:

C-1

Reimagine Main Street Infrastructure and StreetscapeCortland has had a one-way Main Street for the past 50 years. This redesign integrates a two-way Main Street with back-in angle parking, pedestrian improvements including bump-outs and mid-block crosswalks, other streetscape improvements and utility replacement. The overarching goal of the project is to increase traffic safety and accessibility to the downtown to support the array of commercial offerings along Main Street, while at the same time promoting walking as an alternate transportation option and further beautifying the downtown.

DRI Request $5,089,248

C-2

Establish a State-of-the-Art Downtown Wi-Fi System and City-Owned Cable for Internet AccessThis project comprises a buildout of backbone and “last mile” data delivery infrastructure. The network would provide Internet access at very high speed to both residential and commercial customers, while also supporting a public Wi-Fi network. Service costs would cover network maintenance, administration, and offset costs for expansion opportunities.


C-3

Develop Marketing Materials for Collection and Vermicomposting of Food Service Establishment (FSE) WasteThis initiative leverages the city’s existing pilot-scale vermicomposting project to include collection and composting of downtown Food Service Establishment (FSE) food waste. Development of unified messaging materials for participating FSEs will help bolster downtown Cortland’s identity as eco-conscious and will help encourage more FSEs to participate in the vermicomposting program.

DRI Request $8,400

C-4

Improve Downtown Trash and Recycling CollectionCurrently, residents place their trash and recycling at or near the curb of Main Street sidewalks on the appropriate scheduled pick up day, though businesses and restaurants are urged to use the dumpster corral located in the Groton Ave parking lot. This project would eliminate residents, businesses and restaurants placing their trash and recycling on the sidewalks of Main Street by providing a compacting dumpster unit at the Groton Avenue lot for all to use.

DRI Request $50,000

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C-5

Enhance Clinton Avenue GatewayThis project will encompass the portion of Clinton Avenue located within the DRI boundary. Elements of this project will include sanitary sewer main replacement, water main replacement, rebuilding sewer manholes, and pedestrian and bicycle improvements.

DRI Request $1,000,000

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Implementation of DRI PlanSuccessful implementation of the proposed priority projects will require a carefully coordinated approach between the city of Cortland, local project sponsors, multiple NYS agencies and various community organizations. Whether public or private, each project selected for funding will enter into a separate contract with an assigned NYS agency. The overall management of this implementation process is critical to the success of individual DRI projects, and the city’s broader revitalization efforts.Throughout the DRI process, one of the strongest aspects of Cortland’s approach is the extent to which the city and LPC leveraged existing local and regional organizational structures. From the city’s initial DRI Application to on-going project planning work, Cortland’s DRI process is best characterized as a complex partnership between a wide range of entities. These existing partnerships will play a significant role in the successful implementation of priority projects. To this end, the city and LPC have discussed the delegation of project implementation strategies for both public and private projects – assuring that each of the proposed projects has an appropriate local management entity and clear path to implementation.

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Section I: Downtown Profile and Assessment


Introduction

The city of Cortland, also known as New York’s “Crown City”, is home to one of central New York’s most prominent historical downtown districts. Cortland became known as New York’s Crown City, as it is geographically situated in a plain at the convergence of seven valleys. The natural beauty of the landscape is enhanced by a network of parks, walking trails, and bike paths. Cortland is well known for a vibrant artistic and music scene both within the city and the adjacent community of Homer and downtown Cortland is within close proximity to the world-famous Finger Lakes and accompanying educational, cultural and recreational pursuits. As of the most recent census, Cortland’s population is growing, with a poverty rate that has declined by 3.5 percent. Other than Syracuse, Cortland is the most densely populated community in the central New York region.

Many of Cortland’s architectural assets and infrastructure were designed and constructed in the 1800s and 1900s. During this time, downtown Cortland served as an important economic hub for central New York. Major manufacturers in the immediate area included the Cortland Wagon Company, Wickwire Brothers Wire Mill, and the Gillette Skirt Factory. Other businesses such as Smith-Corona Marchant Inc., Brockway Motors, and the Cortland Line Company were located in the city and surrounding area. Mirroring the history of Upstate New York, Cortland experienced rapid growth and subsequent economic decline throughout the 20th century. In response, Cortland, like many communities across Central New York, is moving away from a manufacturing-based economy to develop creative ways to compete in a fast-changing landscape.

As such, the city has been committed to the revitalization of the downtown area, which is well-positioned to leverage local arts and cultural resources, natural and recreational resources, and advanced scientific and emerging green and technology-based jobs. The Main Street/Tompkins Street Historic District and the new Cortland Repertory Theatre are close to transportation routes, a diverse workforce, major employers, SUNY-Cortland, and other nearby colleges and universities. Drawing from downtown strengths and areas for improvement, the activities and projects detailed throughout this introductory profile summarize options under consideration by the community and Cortland leadership.

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Strategic Planning InitiativesOver the past several years, Cortland has participated in various strategic planning initiatives, most of which include substantial focus on the downtown area. As such, many of these planning efforts will work towards supporting the efforts of the Cortland DRI.

Cortland Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) – Step IICortland is currently pursuing Step 2 of a Brownfield Opportunity Area study for a large swath of the southern and eastern portions of the city (The Southeast Cortland Redevelopment Initiative), adjacent to the downtown area. The BOA planning process will identify key development sites, and create detailed redevelopment options in order to place them back into active use. The BOA will also allow the city to explore development opportunities. Such environmentally-challenged sites present an opportunity to create new

DRI Area

Figure 1: DRI Area

The Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) area is compact and well defined, covering a large percentage of the historic district. The layout is encircled by dense single- and multi-family residential neighborhoods to the north, east, and west. Tompkins Street is mostly residential, with fine houses originally built for wealthy industrialists, while the main arteries of Main Street and Central Avenue are primarily commercial in nature, historically with apartments on the upper floors of three- to five-story buildings. Court Street runs north and south on the east side of downtown, with 3-acre Courthouse Park and an extraordinary rotunda that provides an appealing visual focal point. The Cortland Free Library, City Court, the Cortland County Office Building, and the United Presbyterian Church are situated around the park.Main Street runs north-south parallel to this area, characterized by venerable stone and brick buildings housing apartments, restaurants, storefronts, coffeehouses, pubs, and a mix of commercial activity. The Cortland Business Innovation Center, Crescent Commons, the YWCA/YMCA, and a satellite branch of Tompkins-Cortland Community College (TC3) are also sited along this corridor. Groton and Clinton Avenues run through the northern edge of the district. Main Street carries vehicular traffic south. The Local Food Market and a full-service grocery store offering locally grown, healthy foods are both along Main Street in the DRI area.

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jobs while improving surrounding neighborhoods. Implementing the BOA concurrently with the DRI will propel the community’s transformation forward.There is a slight overlap between the 540-acre BOA and the DRI planning area and these two initiatives will seek to complement each other in terms of overall project goals and vision for the city. The BOA study will identify additional redevelopment opportunities outside of the DRI planning area, potentially helping to leverage additional private development funds in the city.

Central New York Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) Strategic Plan/Upstate Revitalization Plan The Central New York REDC clearly articulates a vision for the Central New York region in the REDC Five-Year Strategic Plan and the Upstate Revitalization Initiative submission: CNY Rising. The REDC’s regional priority goals and strategic investment strategies include several factors:

• It is important to strengthen industry concentrations in agribusiness, food processing, and agricultural programming to meet the growing demand for safe and high-quality food and nutrition

• Likewise, support of tourism assets will set up a competitive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship by encouraging new venture development and improving access to seed capital

• Smart, adaptive reuse of Cortland’s world-class underutilized structures, along with brownfield remediation, is needed as well.

The Central New York REDC has played an integral role in much of the region’s strategic planning, laying the groundwork for successful implementation of DRI projects. In addition, several representatives on the Central New York REDC are serving on the Cortland DRI Local Planning Committee, ensuring continuity between regional goals and strategies and projects within downtown Cortland. More information can be found on the Central New York REDC website (https://regionalcouncils.ny.gov/central-new-york).

City of Cortland Comprehensive PlanThe city of Cortland adopted its Comprehensive Plan in 2011. The Comprehensive Plan sets forth a clear vision for downtown Cortland, stating: “Our historic downtown is a microcosm of the City at large, reflecting the importance we place on preserving and promoting history, arts, and culture while developing a sustainable economy.” The DRI seeks to build upon this vision and will ensure that projects balance these critical elements. To date, more than $535 million has been invested within a 5-mile radius of downtown including $450 million by SUNY-Cortland and the Cortland Regional Medical Center, $50 million in industrial development and $25 million around downtown. Although downtown is dense and fairly built-out, the Comprehensive Plan, BOA Study and DRI all support infill development and mixed-use commercial and residential projects within this critical area. As a result, the city’s main planning challenge is how to best capitalize on the great social and economic potential in downtown Cortland.


City of Cortland Pedestrian and Bicycle Master PlanIn 2016, the city of Cortland completed a Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan which seeks to reduce gasoline use, decrease greenhouse gas emissions and improve community health by increasing activity and exercise. To achieve these goals, the Plan focuses on improving access to local pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, enhancing safety, reducing vehicle use and ensuring accessibility for disabled persons. Proposed DRI projects, such as the Community Bike Share and Main Street Infrastructure and Streetscape would play major roles in working towards these goals.

Physical ConditionsThe DRI area contains a distinctive mix of buildings, public and private spaces, and physical infrastructure. A full street grid with sidewalks extends throughout downtown and into most of the city limits. Cortland’s historic downtown has a strong sense of place and a wide range of mixed-use features that employers, residents, shoppers, and travelers can experience. The Clinton Avenue corridor connects I-81 to downtown. Presently, the Clinton Street area contains three general land-use patterns, and only the third pattern listed is located within the DRI area:

1. A commercial zone in close proximity to the highway with chain hotels and motels, fast-food and small independent restaurants, a new Starbucks coffee shop, grocery and retail stores.

2. A residential corridor along the avenue with a mix of single- and multi-family homes arrayed on Clinton Avenue and several side streets. These structures are in various states of upkeep, with some in disrepair and others well-maintained. A working freight railroad, part of the New York, Susquehanna, and Western Railway route from Binghamton to the Syracuse area, cuts across Clinton Avenue near the intersection with Greenbush Street.

3. A transition point at the Clinton Avenue and Church Street intersection where continuing westward to Main Street travelers will notice the uniqueness and historical nature of the buildings along Clinton Avenue and Main Street.

In general, Main Street is oriented north–south and provides parking for cars and broad sidewalks with plenty of space for pedestrians. While Main Street includes landscaping, planters and various types of street furniture, many of these features are nearing the end of their lifespans and overall placement and orientation could be improved. Between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street, Main Street is currently configured for one-way southbound traffic. It is anchored by a wide array of existing cafes, shops, businesses, upper-floor apartments, pubs, and various


ethnic and traditional restaurants. Sufficient parking is available within the off-street parking lots, side streets, and alleys to the west and east of Main Street. The street view within this corridor is physically impressive, serving as a central point for future economic development and civic-minded planning. Another key intersection is the corner of Main, Tompkins, and Port Watson streets, currently home to several bars, restaurants, and shops. The area to the south of this intersection is less dense, bounded by single -family and multi-family residences on the west side of Main Street and businesses on the east side. Historical Tompkins Street to the west, and Port Watson to the east, serve as the principal route along downtown’s southern edge. Between downtown and SUNY Cortland, just to the west and bounded by Groton Avenue on the northern edge, is a well-maintained neighborhood. Students, apartment-dwellers, and homeowners live here. Along the north side of Tompkins Street, within this same neighborhood, is the green space of Cortland Rural Cemetery. Two other areas within downtown stand out for their land uses. First, to the east of Courthouse Park, between Port Watson Street and Clinton Avenue, is a more commercialized and industrialized zone. The area in and around the historical Central Avenue and the Cortland Community Center, which occupies an old rail depot near the Pendleton Street intersection, is ripe for additional commercial activity and strategic redesign.

Critical Issues and Current Advantages and OpportunitiesOver the past several decades, much of the area-wide economic growth has occurred in the nearby town of Cortlandville. In recent years there has been increased interest and investment in Cortland’s downtown core. However the city of Cortland, and ultimately downtown Cortland, can do more to leverage the presence of major employers and the State University within its borders by enhancing its walkability, affordability, and vitality. Attractive streetscapes, well-maintained parks, and neighborhood enhancement can all play critical roles in incentivizing future capital investment there. Past resident surveys and opinions shared at recent community meetings indicate that market-rate housing of all types is needed in the city. Cortland lacks a collective plan to allow senior citizens to age-in-place, enable empty nesters and retirees to downsize from single-family homes to smaller units, and to accommodate young workers and professionals. And as always, families with children need affordable places to live. While Over 60 market rate apartments are currently being developed within the downtown area, there is still a demand for new, quality housing options.Even with the relatively recent influx of investments into the downtown core, one of the major challenges facing Cortland will be the attraction and/or expansion of industries/employers. While the city is home to the four largest employers in Cortland County (SUNY- Cortland, Cortland County government, Cortland Regional Medical Center, and the Cortland Enlarged City School District), these are non-industrial employers. In addition, since the average commute time for workers living within the city is over 15 minutes, most residents are working outside of the downtown area or outside of the city limits.Strategic investment in the redevelopment of downtown Cortland is the first step in a broader, long-term vision for the community and region.


The city is contemplating the conversion of Main Street between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street from one-way to two-way traffic. The one-way street pattern on these two blocks has been in place for decades. The one-way section of Main Street is subject to aggressive, high speed traffic that is not hospitable to the walkable, bicycle-friendly environment that the community envisions. The one-way street pattern also impacts vehicular circulation in the downtown area. Discussions continue as to how the conversion may take place, but many now agree that after 50 years, the change will spark a downtown revitalization for the immediate future.Other unique possibilities for the downtown include: the continued rehabilitation/renovation of historical structures and the establishment of a multi-purpose, recording/performance space. These projects would leverage Cortland’s existing historical building stock with new uses and programming to make the downtown a more active and vibrant area. In addition, innovative projects such as SUNY-Cortland’s emerging work with drone technology, agricultural sciences, and geographic information systems (GIS), could help to bring emerging technologies and professional disciplines into the downtown core. Other projects aim to advance the application of Smart Growth and Climate-Smart principles, to preserve the area’s wealth of human, built and natural resources.In short, there are many public spaces and buildings with vacant, ready-to-redesign space. New, user-friendly zoning ordinances have been devised to ensure consistency for new economic development projects. DRI strategies include combining mixed-use commercial and retail space with market-rate apartments in the downtown area. Downtown is also within easy walking distance to SUNY-Cortland, though hills may present issues for some pedestrians. This campus has approximately 7,000 students and 1,100 faculty and staff members. The college, with a location just a few blocks to the west of downtown, is a vital asset for community investment planning and public-private partnerships.

Transportation and Transit Networks: Roads, Highways, and StreetsCortland is served by an interconnected surface transportation network. It is easily accessible by automobile from I-81, the main thoroughfare in the region. Personal vehicles are the predominant mode of transport within the city, and downtown holds plenty of sufficient parking to accommodate residents, workers, and visitors. NYS Route 13 bisects the city as the Clinton Avenue-Main Street-Tompkins Street artery. It provides access to Dryden and Ithaca to the southwest and to small towns and hamlets such as Truxton, Cuyler, and DeRuyter to the northeast. NYS Route 11, known within Cortland as Homer Avenue, provides a north-south connection to the towns of Homer and Preble, while Port Watson Street (as NYS 41) cuts east of the downtown core towards McGraw. A network of county roads provides connections to the valleys and points west, including small communities, farms, and the Finger Lakes.

TransitCortland County’s bus system serves the community. Known locally as “Cortland Transit,” four bus routes connect riders within the Cortland-Homer-Cortlandville area. The Seven Valleys Health Coalition and Way2Go Cortland also provide a “Bus Buddy” service upon request. Volunteers or the Mobility Manager will accompany the person on a Cortland Transit bus ride and explain “the ropes” of using this system. Cortland Transit also offers several specialized


services to increase overall accessibility, including route deviation service and dial-a-ride, which are critical services for those with limited mobility. In addition, Cortland Transit recently implemented a real-time tracking application to allow users to view the specific location of buses. Regional service is provided through a variety of agencies, including Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT), Central New York Regional Transportation Authority (Centro) and Broome County Transit (BC Transit).

Historical CharacterDowntown Cortland is fortunate that many of the most distinctive, historical properties have remained in relatively good condition. The community has recognized the importance of preserving these structures, with the entire downtown designated as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. The original nomination was for the Tompkins Street Historic District in 1975. The downtown historic district was later expanded to include Main Street in 1982, forming the Tompkins-Main Street Historic District. Overall, the District encompasses 109 properties and one contributing site. This designation has played a major role in preserving much of the historical and architecturally-significant building stock in downtown Cortland.Development within the Historic District is subject to a series of regulations, many of which add time/cost to redevelopment efforts. However, the community’s decision to preserve these buildings should not be considered a development constraint. Rather, the historic preservation regulations should be viewed as one of the downtown’s greatest economic opportunities, Cortland’s mixed-use building stock is one of the city’s and region’s most unique assets. Community leaders and residents have recognized the importance of preserving these properties and their potential impact on Cortland’s economy.One example is the Cortland County Courthouse situated inside the 2.8 acre Courthouse Park. The Courthouse was built in 1924 and was added to the National Register in 1974. The building is three stories high, built of Indiana limestone in the shape of a Latin cross. The Courthouse has a distinctive cupola and rotunda on an octagonal base, above which are 24 Corinthian columns. The building was designed by James Riely Gordon in the Beaux Arts style.


Courthouse Park also includes the Cortland County Office Building. The park is home to a number of community events during the year, such as the Cultural Council of Cortland County’s annual Arts and Wine Festival, Celebrate Cortland!, the Great Cortland Pumpkinfest, and multiple arts and music events during the summer. The park is full of passive green space and numerous war memorials.In October 2017, Cortland’s Department of Public Works began presenting several options for improvements to Courthouse Park, independent of the DRI award. Potential improvements could include upgrades to the fountain, stages, benches, sidewalks, trees, and lighting. Improvements would need to respect the area’s historical character while serving the community’s needs for a viable center of activity.The Cortland Free Library was dedicated in 1927, as shown by the commemorative cornerstone. The building is the city library and hosts public forums and small events. One of the most important historical resources is the 1890 House Museum. This landmark building was modeled after the residence of James Anthony Bailey of Barnum and Bailey Circus; the State Charter to serve as a historical house museum was awarded in 1984.


• Cortland Repertory Theatre (CRT): In 2013, the longstanding summer stock theatre in Preble purchased a vacant, run-down bowling alley on Port Watson Street. Bolstered by assistance from the Downtown Partnership’s grant writing team, the theatre leveraged capital campaign funds and funding from New York Main Street and the Rural Area Revitalization Project. The building has been renovated and converted into a year-round center for the performing arts. The initial work prompted the city to invest an additional $600,000 to redesign and expand adjacent public parking.

• The Local Food Market: This 7,000-square foot facility, opened in 2015, along with the Whole Heart Café located inside the market. The market was assisted by a substantial community development loan from the Cortland. The store is the first non-convenience food store established in Cortland in many years, and has been a catalyst for the downtown revitalization effort. The nearby Main Street Farms provides a portion of the produce sold at the store.

Cultural Institutions and Attractions

Bailey Place Insurance

Bank Block

Cortland Repertory Theatre (CRT)

Recent, Ongoing and Planned ProjectsIn recent years, Cortland has experienced a relatively large increase in investment within the downtown area. Some of the more significant local investments and projects are highlighted below.

• 2 Main Street: One of the most prominent buildings on Main Street was purchased by a private developer in response to the local adoption of the 421m Tax Abatement Program for mixed use buildings. This program is described in the last paragraph of the Markey Analysis section of this report. The vacant upper floors of this four-story structure were completely remodeled to house 14 new market rate apartments. The project was received enthusiastically, with a waiting list in place long before the work was completed.

• 65-67 Main Street: The McNeil Development Company invested $2.2 million in renovations of the 26,000 square foot building which now houses the headquarters for McNeil and Company (an insurance company), and a branch of NBT Bank.

• Bailey Place Insurance: This local insurance company has been operating in the Cortland community for more than 125 years. Over the past several years, the company’s local operations and workforce were expanded. The owners have already invested more than $500,000 on interior and exterior renovations to bring the late 20th Century building into compliance with local standards aimed at preserving the historical appeal of downtown.

• Bank Block: Two longstanding historical buildings known by this name were destroyed by a fire in 2005, displacing at least three businesses and many residents. The structures remained damaged and unsightly for many years. In 2015, with assistance from the city, the owner partially renovated the façade and lower portion of the building. With assistance through federal and state historic preservation tax credits, the State Economic Development, and Energize NY, the developer is moving forward with long-awaited renovations.

The Local Food Market


• Clocktower Building: In 2006, one of the most architecturally significant structures in downtown, the Clocktower, was also destroyed by fire, creating a void in the spirit of Main Street. Fortunately, to encourage rebuilding, the city secured a $2 million Restore NY grant. A new, three-story structure, resembling the original, now stands, another strong testament to Cortland’s resilience.

• Cortland Business Innovation Center: The Downtown Partnership is rehabilitating 40-42 Main Street to serve as a physical space to house businesses and entrepreneurial activity. The first floor will be a retail space; the second will contain offices and workspace, with the top floor filled with a high-end living space for people coming to Cortland to mentor business-oriented students and entrepreneurs. The total estimated cost of the project is $1.6 million, with $500,000 already provided by Governor Cuomo’s Restore New York Communities program.

Clocktower Building

• Crescent Commons: Empire State Development, in collaboration with developer David Yaman Realty Services and Housing Visions of Syracuse, provided $1 million in grant funding to rehabilitate a long-vacant industrial building on the south portion of Main Street. Formerly home to the Crescent Corset factory, this project will host over 100,000 square feet of commercial space, 47 high-end loft-style luxury apartment units (including affordable units). The building will also have a café, lounge, and exercise room. The total estimated cost is $16 million. The adaptive reuse of this historical building is a quintessential example of the type of progress that is attainable through DRI public-private partnerships.

• McNeil & Company: A nationwide leader in specialized risk management and insurance services located downtown, this company employs more than 125 people and is expected to add more over the coming years. McNeil and Co. recently commenced a $7.2M expansion that will renovate several downtown buildings to create a modern, downtown campus.

• New York Main Street Programs: Cortland’s mostly intact, multi-story commercial blocks that line the downtown streets provide the area with a truly unique sense of place. The area has been listed as a National Historic District since 1982 as an extension to the 1972 Tompkins Street District. The city and the Cortland Downtown Partnership have secured four New York Main Street grants to rehabilitate these structures. Several million dollars in funding has been leveraged through public-private partnerships to move the DRI effort forward through a bold vision of community redevelopment.

Continued private investment from industry leaders, such as the $7.2 million campus redevelopment project by the McNeil Company, will be critical for the long-term economic success of downtown Cortland. With more than 125 downtown employees receiving highly competitive wages, such a project could have an immense impact on the local economy.

To date, More than $535 million has been invested within a 5-mile radius of downtown including $450 million by SUNY-Cortland and the Cortland Regional Medical Center, $50 million in industrial development and $25 million around downtown.


Market AnalysesTo ensure the effectiveness of the Cortland Downtown Revitalization Initiative, 4ward Planning conducted a more detailed market analysis to identify key regional market drivers and potential development opportunities within downtown Cortland. A summary of the 4ward Planning analysis is provided within this section.In recent years, investment within the city of Cortland – and particularly downtown – has increased significantly. Downtown Cortland serves as the cultural and economic engine for Cortland County and the current revitalization efforts are critical for the success of the greater regional area. After experiencing economic challenges associated with the loss of the manufacturing industry, Cortland has leveraged millions of public and private dollars to re-envision the downtown as a “new community for the 21st Century”. In total, over $535 million has been invested in the downtown Cortland area within the past ten years, with an additional $22 million allocated for investment within the next six months. These investments cover a range of sectors and project types (including public amenity projects, infrastructure improvements, arts and culture initiatives, and various types of private investments). While the city of Cortland still falls behind Cortland County across several economic metrics, including overall workforce participation (City: 58.3%; County: 63.5%), median household/per capita income (City: $40,025/$18,999; County: $49,514/$24,228) and poverty rate (City: 24.0%; County: 16.2%), local investment in downtown has far outpaced investment in other areas of the county. Local investments are working towards expanding and diversifying economic opportunities within downtown Cortland. Whether it is new housing, new employment opportunities, or expanded cultural experiences, downtown Cortland is ready and able to capitalize on future growth.

Commercial and Retail Uses

Downtown Cortland is the largest employment area in the community, directly responsible for over 5,100 jobs. There are 443 business entities located within ½ mile of Main Street and Central Avenue that range from small shops to large multi-national corporations. Approximately 5.3% of workers and 4.4% of downtown businesses are in the retail trade. The core of the city’s Central Business District located on Main Street between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street is primarily comprised of commercial and residential mixed-use attached buildings.Healthy and affordable food options are available at several locations in downtown Cortland. The new 7,000 SF Local Food Market & Whole Heart Cafe offers healthy food options, Main Street Farms offers locally grown organic produce year-round, and the Main Street Farmer’s Market provides seasonal sales of products produced by Main Street Farms.There are thriving restaurants and taverns located in downtown Cortland with offerings that range from pizza parlors, to artistic cafes, to ethnic dining, to farm breweries, and bars that provide a vibrant nightlife. These establishments contribute approximately 7.5% of all County sales tax revenues. Despite the success of the aforementioned establishments, there are vacant retail storefronts on Main Street. The city’s Downtown Economic Market Analysis, completed in early 2017, documents existing economic conditions and identifies the current market supply, prospective market demand, and opportunities for economic growth. This study identified several categories of retail establishments that do not meet the community’s demand including retail establishments that sell clothing and accessories, building and garden supplies, electronics and appliances, and home furnishings.


Housing

Housing in Cortland provides a diverse mix of single and two-family homes, multi-family units, student housing and public housing complexes. In recent years, the city has worked hard to ensure housing opportunities for residents of all incomes. These initiatives include incentives for homeownership, renovation support programs and policies to reduce the proliferation of zombie homes throughout the city. The Cortland Housing Authority administers two mid-rise, low income housing apartment buildings. One is at 42 Church Street and the other at 51 Port Watson Street. They are managed through federally-subsidized Section 8 vouchers. Additional public housing units were recently constructed as part of the $7.35 million Riverview Apartments project, at 6-10 Riverview Avenue, just to the north of the DRI’s limits. This project, operated by Christopher Community and Catholic Charities, provides inexpensive housing for low-income families and individuals in need of behavioral health services. The development is part of the state’s $10 Billion House New York 2020 program. The city also recently partnered on an $8.5 million affordable housing project located on South Main Street, which was one of the most neglected areas within the city.Housing in the downtown core is beginning to expand, particularly with the recent investment in the city’s historical mixed-use buildings. Many of these properties, despite their historical significance and architectural appeal, sat largely vacant for the latter portion of the 20th century. Overall, downtown Cortland has approximately 200,000 square feet of available commercial space (for housing or businesses) and roughly 175,000 square feet of city-controlled land that could potentially be utilized for future development. Much of this available commercial space is located within historical buildings. The city views the development of market-rate, mixed-use housing in the downtown area as one of the final missing pieces of the Cortland housing market.The project at 2 Main Street is one of the more recent (2013) upper-floor conversions. The renovation re-purposed a historical and architecturally-significant building into 14 market-rate apartments with street-level retail below. The Bank Block on Main Street is another recent project (2015), creating eight market-rate apartments and new commercial spaces. Both utilized a combination of public and private sources, including the 421m Tax Abatement Program and New York Main Street funding. In total, over 60 market-rate apartments are currently in development within the downtown area.Although there are still several downtown buildings with vacant upper floors, there are current redevelopment proposals for many of these properties, several of which were included in the city’s 2017 DRI Application. While the redevelopment of these units will not happen overnight, there is a clear, renewed interest in downtown living in Cortland. These redevelopment projects not only represent an important initial investment, but they also help to increase the daily population and economic activity within Cortland.

Vacant, Underutilized, and/or Developable Sites

Downtown Cortland has several vacant, underutilized and/or developable sites which could be used for future infill development. Many of these sites are highly visible and represent key areas for improvement within the downtown. In addition, the city has over four acres of surface parking lots which, if supplemented with additional parking locations, could potentially be used for redevelopment purposes. While the DRI Process analyzed the feasibility of redevelopment or infill development throughout the downtown, several sites have been preliminary identified: One Main Street (underutilized), 77 Main Street (vacant/historical), 37-39 Port Watson Street (underutilized), 22 Main Street (upper floors underutilized), Gateway Block (the city-owned Groton Avenue surface parking lot would be utilized), and the ‘Arts Alley’ (underutilized space linking two public areas). As discussed in the Housing section of this report, Cortland, in partnership with the County and local school district, adopted Section 421m of the NYS Tax Law. The program allows a mixed-use property within the downtown area to receive a 20-year tax exemption if constructed/substantially rehabilitated and partially occupied by low-moderate income individuals. As a tax abatement mechanism, the statute offers an incentive to develop market-rate housing through gap-funding focused on the downtown area.


Regulatory FrameworkZoning in the DRI core area is primarily CB (Central Business). The east side of the DRI area has portions zoned R-4 (Multifamily Residential). A few parcels on the edges of the DRI area are zoned GB (General Business) or GI (General Industry). See Figure 7 at the end of this section for more detail. The existing land uses and regulations are summarized in the following section.

CBD (Central Business District)

In the CBD, allowable uses include multi-family dwellings, upper floor residential units, clubs, indoor lodging, and personal/professional/medical/upper floor offices. The CBD also allows as-of-right galleries and studios, financial institutions and services, personal service shops, dry cleaners and laundromats, retail stores, indoor entertainment and recreation. Restaurants and taverns are allowed uses. Bed and breakfasts, accessory uses or structures, accessory solar photovoltaics (PV), places of worship, public service utilities, parks and playgrounds, daycare centers, and outdoor sales are allowed with a special permit. The maximum building height is 65’ for primary uses and 15’ for accessory uses. Maximum lot coverage is determined by the Planning Commission during the Site Plan Review Process.

GB (General Business)

The GB district allows any use permitted in the CB district, and also allows schools, public service utilities, extended-care medical facilities, ambulance services, fuel stations, motor vehicle sales and service shops, as of right. Accessory uses, accessory solar PV, places of worship, ancillary parking areas, parks and playgrounds, outdoor sales, and outdoor entertainment and recreation are allowed by special permit. The maximum building height is 45’ for primary uses and 15’ for accessory uses. Maximum lot coverage is 60% for residential uses and 75% for nonresidential uses.

R-4 (Multifamily Residential)

R-4 zones allow single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, multifamily dwellings, personal or professional offices, medical offices, and day care centers are permitted uses. Special permits allow bed and breakfasts, home-based occupations, fraternity or sorority dwellings, and rooming/boarding houses. The permitting process can also be used to establish accessory uses or structures, solar PV systems, places of worship, schools, public service utilities, clubs, ancillary parking, parks, playgrounds, indoor lodging, extended-care medical facilities, and cemeteries. The maximum building height is 35’ for single-family and two-family dwellings, 45’ for multifamily dwellings and nonresidential uses, and 10’ for accessory uses. Maximum lot coverage is 60% for single-family and two-family dwellings and 75% for multifamily and nonresidential uses.

GI (General Industry)

The General Industry district permits a wide range of uses, including general industrial uses (including materials processing plants), general commercial uses (ranging from service stations to retail to professional services), housing (including upper floor residential and live/work units), public service facilities and recreational and entertainment uses.Truck terminal facilities, outdoor operations and storage, self-service storage facilities, crematoriums, waste handling facilities, accessory solar PV, mass transit facilities, outdoor sales, and outdoor entertainment and recreation are specially permitted. The maximum height is 35 feet and the maximum lot coverage is 40%.


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5

6

8

32

12

46

18

45

15

6

61

86

22

79

7

28

83

7

6-8-10

128

10

65

5

6

14

8

2

7

7

77

101 6

21

2

5

20

11-13

26

16-18

2

2

8

75

2

4

23

5

9

17

9

29

46

26

10

42

41

4

6

17

3

5

25

5

1

24

24

2

27

41

3

8

8

23

31

13

26

9

10

8

12

82

96

8

6

161

64

18

4

2

4

11

15

32

5

9

7

70

3

38

21

25

423

8

5

1

5

16

70

1

13

9

9

99

13

2

15

6

7

5

34

44

10

185

17

3

3

21

9

3

9

69

16

8

9

46

25

7

24

2

8

58

7

4

3

20

14

6

4

3

73

8

26

3

25

50

19

2

30

5

9

14

44

19

5

4

46

152

22

23

7

4

7

25

7

71

32-34

33

48

7

7

26

7

6

67

59

172

1

1

96

8

7

4

65

9

72

16

9

5192

45

7

56

48

26

13

13

42

19

20

8

94

83

14

18

3

39

2

9

5

7

1

5

9

8

46

59

59

9

8

59

109

31

9

4

20

7

6

9

4

132

30

9

8

21

5

93

71

6

8

39

7

4

100

76

187

37

16

28

44

2

3

4

198

6

52

9

6

10

78

12

1

6

6

41

4

2

8

106

9

6

51

5

26

5

3

10

8

4

33

52

6

8

43

4

57

31

12

29

9

22

5

35

233

8

8

25

53

4

2

7

8

4

55

80

35

3

113

9

31

1

5

3

11

73

60

9-11

7

6

10

7

38

17

15-19

17

14

53

53

98

6

22

16

6

51

18

57

11

6

12

4

2

5

72

137

9

6

20

7

35

5-7

4

8

160

5

5

22

3

4

3

2

2

98

7

215

53

19

17

93

131

9

12

53

8

127

9

9

6

3

8

21

6

56

7

7

88

75

29

5

54

5

9

8

53

16

53

18

194

24

6

55

9

74

18

7

3

27

8

23

40

11

8

98

36

2

9

1

9

11

9

120

6

31

16

3

33

5

199

9

8

25

17

4

11

133

7

32,34

4

6

50

14

2

114

7

6

14

3

40

6

5

92

16

6

8

12

16

21

7

8

37

6

208

60

84

164

14

6

33

3

185

14

14

4

3

13

51

139

20

3

18

8

16

229

80

395

57

46

1-5

14

3

14

5-7

5

75

212-214

20

27

60

2

15

7

8-10

4

34

69

85

96

15

193-195

21

66

14

5

16

33

64

13

38-40

9

5

11

38

49

75

35

15

3

8

7

23

8

18

18

24

26

2

20

28

86

12

17

11

20

3

3

6

180

8

77

48

24

2

13

50

14

16

77

39

10

11

4

8

10

35

214

123

83

4

2

61

12

85

2

87

38

13

73

1

61

96

22

39

26

3

81

22

23

24 26

39

117

37

5

12

98

8

21

26

8

10

9

2927

5

87

25

4

45

49

1

85

6

6-8

25

79

1

4

14

7

86

31

42

70

24

94

47-55

2

17

28

28

39

72

4

16

16-22

57

13

66

157

48-54

18

48-56

17

23

19

7

10

58

11

19

4

2

2

1

13

4

11

4413

14

4

76

3

25

40

79

30

20

88

21

8

1

7

23

11

3

20

15

15

90

28

43

51

17

10

37

58

5

2

57

32

21

56

7

16

10

2

12

3

55

46

63

80

8

90

5

27

5

34

55

73

51

13

49

29

55

27

41

12

8-10

5

16

129

138

9

62

15

47

112

49

15

16

6

91

12

18

74

75

13

16

20

61

20

97

25

3

13-15

34

4

4

136

38

9

4

2

36

33

22

79

7

6-8

54

8

18

16

29

47

1

86

33

7

15

102

6

29

11

30

4

69

51

29

4

35

14

74

2

11

20

22

1

5

6

9

179-183

18

65

33

34

29

10

2

11

6

5-7

210

7

13

94-96

58

67

84

53

7

96

9

4

14

95

69

94

77

9

12

73

80 86

10

37

141

4

12

12

34

74

5

17-23

10

15

25

24

40

84

56

8

1

41

63

1-3

10

11

89

88

178

70

8

47

8

14

3

11

49

239

63

7

82

48

54

10

33

56

46

94

9

5

9-11-13

23

21

11

26

1

40

11

36

12

21

15

7

5

52

1

58

180

78-80

88

30

3633

16-18

111

28

12

12

42

91

71

15

18

1

13

66

4217

77-79

196

11

47

3

32

16

52

10

81-85

12

10

23

513

4

80

27

12

78

47

2

4,6

43

212

78-80

16

32

4-6

7

60

177

19-1/2

33

196

15

19

18

78

126

25

166

73-77

45

66

5

3

21

23

27

29

1

20

3

5

81

8

20

8

1-2

16

69

4

87

75

25

4

9

115

4

89

35

176

19

25

25

15

30

24

92

13

11

11

14

10

30-36

7

4

86

95

225

4

63

1

234

8

4

23

208

13

36

31

17

6-8

72

5

14

34

22

146

14

22

70

17

210

209

23

18

10

2

29

21

26

23

111

113

16

34

7

30

15

68

30

56

23

97

9

11

15

222-226

59

12

46

21

99

82

31

15

26

26

32

9-11

9-19

96

24

19

63

12

17

43

20

29

33

76

19

24

17

31

9

21

9

13

12

203

36

115

42

10

18

17

98

23

143-147

82

20

41

25

22

14

117-119

50

58

14

20

11

90

12

23

14

18

13

40

25

44

47

76

26

15

140

30

38

41

13

49

11

46

22

19

13

49

56

6

82

39

36

24

1416

73

202

243

10

58

11

18

3

28

52

25

12

98

15

10

16

25

18

26

49

133

27

46

14

19

1-3

24

207

16 44

54

48

2

21

9

91

49

64

16

156-162

13

68

72

88

15

23

130

22

8

13

29

164

11

1

199

34

11

84

6

15

23

1

14

31

138

15

53

29

6

80

9

66

215

20

13

12

51

43

47

29

21

163

15

40

15

28

45

27

11

21

93-95

18

72

21

69

36

4-6

122

8

8

59

13

32

140

15

17

31

14

21

27

168

70

143

206

19

24

25

10

6

21

4

28

17

24

12

17-21

68

4

88

194

24-26

6

2

110

37

6

21

37

17

23

14

11

34

12

17

6

18-20

21

16

60

8

132

8

22

14

69

7

19

61

13

20

2-4

17

62

106

89

2

1026

17

28

111

8

9

6

37-39-41

75

87

54

4

16

29

20

77

17

31

19

92

26

30

74-76

94

28

54

19

8

58

17

73

3

31

35

113

12

83

20

209

61-63-65

146

12

21

13

5-7

20

212

117

71

18

38

12

44

4

100

21-23

71

1017

84

26

23

16

65

208

22

115

70

22

18

13

26

3-5

81

43

93

46,48

23

50

20

58-60

58

44

16

3-5-7

42

27

220

61

24

12

3

13

100

45

25

18

60-62

120

3-5

12

31

11

22

36

15

58

42

210

23

20

22

10

199

75-77

39

45

58

7-9

18

43

23

28-34

83

14

23

19

15

41

27

12

20

86

39

21

35

12

29

145-147

50

35

19

38

94

23

13

9

20

115

86

22

24

81

17-19

59

10

25

22

92-94

21

69

52-54

16

11

24

40

21

27

73

163

10

14

14

38

13

7-9

14

27

85

68

26

25

22

35

79

7-9

99

9

9-11

27

45

21

42

36

36

81

85

7

12

10

50

17

45

23

45

34

11

53

205

8 4

53

68

35

6

10

14

28

95

15

50

18

88 62

93

173

24

75

7

90

33

81

94

48

15

15

27

67

5

34

27

70

32

66

29

19

178

13

17

55

4

22

69

72

191

79

94

10

116

19

15

24

32

22

17

3

25

23

6597

41

75

80

51

56

5-7

54

43

6-8

65

10,12

15

17

59

10

13

86 60

10

23

17

31

42

31

90

235

9

74

74

28

29

22

58

8

137,141

11

21

3

3-5

97-99

30

54

57

12

91

25

33

25-27

40

141

80-82

6

29

89

12

9

181

5

12

49

35-37

54

90-92

16

30

221

119

1-3

42

31

48

14

28

87

24

62-64

26

45

34

12

11

67

190

211

217

16

158

151

11

213

7-11

77

52

101

7

31

56

3

168

46

9

91

30-32

119-121

40

17

104

15

49

44

223

11

73

15

19

6

20

96

11

33

8-10

14

15

100,104

25

14

64

13

14

26

13

34

56

19

104

50

25

13

83

17

42

23

24

12

19

46

17

89

8-12

69

26

89

105

21

33

78

188

9

66

23

43

19

17

51

20

52

7

94

15

23

37

40

26

12

159

120

14

14

22

86

23

144

76

20

149,155

41

22

2

3-5

49

44

21

22

11

69

12

10

19

88

11

13

20

31

42

17

15

67

10

47

19-21

20

11

65

53

21

13

12

13

10

142-146

97

21

202

79

92

51190

37

66

82

17

49

24

41

83

198

37

10

29

62

54

12

81

19

2

13

11

11

10

86

13

67

25-27

26

17

5

61

13

13

4-10

10

33

7-9

14

15

95

31

63

26

71

15

20

11

25

71

51

23

15

92

79

17

31

5

83

15

13

4

31

25

18

58

4

37

91

11

1-3

12

13

93-95

20-22

31

25

16

12

88

17

68

18

14

6

39

13

27

68

58

16

7

10

114

20

23

130

26

16

54

166

30

191

16

11

247-249

11

25

10

52

28

7

33

46

26

31

16

2228

12

13

10

24

25

11

79

57

23

15-19

33

219

126

92

14

20

18

9-11

8

35

50

14

1

11

191

30

16

82

21

32-38

19

32

20

17

200

35

15

26

27

12

29

176

17

5-7

25

13

33

4

22

93

87

5

41

196-198

24-26

95

12

60

221

161

221-223

37

45

16

22

81

9

19

31

25

18

40

76-78

13

28-30

10

10

22

101

38

13

43

14

10

24

5

10

48

44

29

49

10

65

47

1

42

21

2830

21

27

14

40

152-154

43

36

101-105

62

51

24

38

24

17

14

34

31-33

45

14

32

44

44

36

31

45

13

1

201

48

39

12

12

46

13

57

3828

11

11

16-18

20

30

20

186

11

30

179

36

10

28

6

37

10

32

38

12

34

21

23

27

14

31

38

223

1

23

149-155

24

6

14

24

42

10

97

74

12

32

103

10

64

10

11

28

28

25

17

24

11

71

96

27

22

26

27

52

26

15

41

42

76

14

12

14

18

20

219

67

87

36

43

25

45

4

32

136

13

13

12

28

11

22

81

2

18

16

26

50

10

162

8,10,12

18

94

234

44

200

72

33

27

13

14

39

28

9

15

6

60

21

44

11

63

138

78

32

27,29

134

5

104

228

85

3

16

26

86

70

62

26

127

18

18

57

66

27

23

128

34

198

42

15

24

14

10

1128

21

21

21

80

85

129

16

20

175

37

88

53 1/2

4

14

71

38

84

16

15

15

27

16

18

29

13

36

88

7-9

12

32

16

10

35

10-12

85

87

40

225

39

217

12

19

37

92

38

15

37

35

52

62

3

6

124,126

40

24

5133

12

35

84

49

8-10

144

27-29

11

25

37

30

28

5

71

33

20

42

18

80

35

40

19

182

20

14

13

40

24

89

11

1-3

27

10

34

35

14

49

24

10

11

11

31

82

36-40

169

17

165-167

40

12

68

31-33

21

10

14

40

10

53

139

29

32

47

25

22

17

29

37

25

14

29

33

7-9

12

19

63

14

12

25

4

15

13

14

20-22

66

12

38

22

99

19

28

67

27

184

14

2

118

82

45

25

126

22

21

29

89

39

11

29

18

88

18

98

78

96

37

17

35

31

91

53

124

55-57

12

57

16

33

20

116

10

25

16

23

122

77-79

45

39

17

140

10

16

15

23

28

36

159

23,25

219

17

26

34

58-60

24

93,95

18

45

53

98

90

70

26

219 1/2

45

40

16

68

116

21-23

40

28

29

26

13

27

11

42

183

12

17

24

1-3

10

36

34

20

42

17-19

32

23

33

12

29

76

28

11

14

46

31

65

34

209

180

28

26

15

21

12

106

20

100

19

27

207

49

160

17

59

16

163

89

38

110-114

19

177

25

8

31

4

92

17

39

15

159

18

37

22

30

13

2

37

10

72-74

153

41

44

10

47

1

13

16

72

27

37

22

142

10

24

13

35

104

89

38

29

93

55

4

18

20

162-166

9-11

13

159

12

1512

31

20

182

20

12

207

15

39

87

23

13

14

18

16

25

80

174

58

130

27

116-118

29

18

182

84

15

148

245

211

82

176

140

138-140

80

89-91

2

26

138

110

16

45

20

14-16

16

8227

169

18

12

30

22

20

18

18

11

20

13

37

11

122

94

26

76

16

14

13

19

16

98

29

16

35

47

40

108-112

60

27

188

9

1413-15

12

10

84

165

15

82-84

83

35

18

40

42

41

17

23

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Cortland CountyPlanning Department37 Church StreetCortland, NY 13045

Zoning

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There is no parking requirement in the Central Business District. In all other zoning districts, all required off-street parking spaces are to be located on the same lot as the proposed use, except as permitted upon application to the Planning Commission. Bicycle parking must also be provided. All multifamily and nonresidential developments must provide room for the equivalent number of bicycles to “10% of the required vehicle parking,” but no fewer than two (2) and no more than twenty (20) bicycle spaces for any single use. For example, if a property is required to have 150 parking spaces, 15 bicycle spaces would be required.In addition to the underlying zoning districts, the majority of the DRI core area falls within the Historic and/or Architectural Design District. This overlay district was created to provide additional regulation of districts and sites designated as historically and/or architecturally significant. All properties within the Historic District (as well as designated landmark properties outside of the District), are regulated by the Historic District Commission, who must approve all exterior modifications to structures (including signage and landscaping), as well as any demolition of structures. The Historic District Commission evaluates proposed projects based on the following parameters: use aesthetic judgment to ensure harmony with existing buildings, discourage property degeneration, protect public health and safety, and preserve the beauty/historic character of the district.


Environmental ConstraintsEnvironmental constraints are generally not a primary concern to development in Downton Cortland. The city’s environmentally-contaminated sites are located out of the DRI planning area. Such places are being addressed through the city’s ongoing participation in the Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) initiative. The BOA boundary map is depicted in the lower right corner of this page. The primary environmental concerns within the downtown area are issues commonly associated with older buildings, such as asbestos, lead paint, or infrastructure deficiencies. In general, these concerns are not significant enough to deter development, and most developers of historical properties are well aware of these potential issues and the required mitigation needs.

Infrastructure InitiativesCortland is currently working on several infrastructure-related initiatives which will support the efforts of the Cortland DRI. The Cortland DRI is also bolstered significantly by the city’s use of grant funding from a variety of local, state, and federal agencies. The city has been able to leverage these grant funds to develop projects that enhance local assets, preserve the historical nature of the downtown, and address critical infrastructure needs.

Northeast Gateway and Clinton Avenue Gateway Enhancement Initiative

The goal of this project is to improve the poor first impression created by the city’s main gateway at Clinton Avenue (I-81, Exit 11). The corridor is not representative of the community’s character, and it fails to provide a meaningful connection to the downtown area. The current layout creates a mix of auto-oriented uses and an unwelcoming environment for pedestrians and bicyclists. Phase 1 of the project will focus on streetscape improvements and critical infrastructure upgrades along the Clinton Avenue corridor. Phase 2 of this initiative would seek to leverage additional grant funding sources, along with DRI funding, to implement a green infrastructure and Complete Streets design that would connect directly to the downtown area. To date, the city has secured more than $11 million in grants and loans for the $12 million project. Grant sources include: NYS EFC Green Innovation Grant Program (GIGP), NYS DOT Transportation Enhancement Program (TEP), NYS DOS Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP), and federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public infrastructure funds. The city is continuing to look at additional funding sources to complete this project.

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Section II:Downtown Vision, Goals and Strategies



II - 18 City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment PlanSection II: Downtown Vision, Goals and Strategies

VisionThe Vision Statement adopted by the LPC is a variation of the goals listed in the city’s DRI Round Two Application. This statement comprises all of the elements that the public has deemed important to aid in the rebirth of downtown Cortland and was validated by input gathered at public meetings.

To develop the historical downtown into a thriving economic and cultural center for Cortland County, building upon three key strategies:• Expand the arts, music, sports and recreation based creative economy;• Build a complete downtown neighborhood which includes housing for all demographics, retail shopping, job availability, access to everyday goods and

services, and attractive public spaces; and• Update infrastructure that integrates technology and sustainability to address 21st Century needs

Goals and StrategiesThe Cortland DRI Vision Statement was constructed in such a way that it clearly lays out the three main goals the LPC would like to achieve through the DRI process. The strategies listed under each goal were fully vetted by the public and deemed the most impactful ways to achieve each of the respective goals. These strategies were also utilized during the priority project selection process to aid the LPC in determining which projects would have the greatest impact on achieving the city’s Vision.

Goal A: Expand the arts, music, sports and recreation based creative economy• Support and strengthen the local arts and

culture community and attractions• Increase collaboration between downtown

and local institutions• Increase opportunities to attract innovative

or culturally based businesses and grow the local property tax base

• Consider opportunities for creating artist live/work spaces

• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational opportunities

Goal B: Build a complete downtown neighborhood which includes housing for all demographics, retail shopping, job availability, access to everyday goods and services, and attractive public spaces• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and

visitors, and to attract new businesses and residents• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to

strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting and accessible to all

• Enact the two-way Main Street conversion to allow for better circulation in the downtown especially for those not familiar with the city, and enhance access to Main Street businesses

• Promote the adaptive reuse of under-utilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including market rate housing

• Establish programs to grow small business, and downtown retail

• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations

Goal C: Update infrastructure that integrates technology and sustainability to address 21st century needs• Encourage projects that reduce the

city’s environmental footprint• Provide a connected, wireless

downtown• Encourage energy generation from

renewable resources

II - 19City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment Plan Section II: Downtown Vision, Goals and Strategies

Section III:Downtown Management and Implementation Strategy



III - 22 City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment PlanSection III: Downtown Management and Implementation Strategy

Successful implementation of the proposed priority DRI projects will require a carefully coordinated approach between the city of Cortland, local project sponsors, multiple NYS agencies and various community organizations. Whether public or private, each project selected for funding will enter into a separate contract with an assigned NYS agency. The overall management of this implementation process is critical to the success of individual DRI projects, and the city’s broader revitalization efforts.

One of the primary goals of the DRI program is to create synergy among the proposed projects – meaning that the State will ultimately select a collection of projects, which together, will provide the most impactful results. However, regardless of the final project collection, the planning related to project implementation will be one of the most critical factors in the success of Cortland’s DRI. Ultimately, successful implementation will require an approach that addresses both short-term considerations (i.e., project sequencing, coordination, contracting etc.) and long-term considerations (i.e., long-range economic development policies, local and regional partnerships). While this section of Cortland’s Strategic Investment Plan generally focuses on short-term implementation strategies related to the proposed priority projects, it also outlines the city’s long-term approach towards economic growth.

Throughout the DRI process, one of the strongest aspects of Cortland’s approach is the extent to which the city and LPC leveraged existing local and regional organizational structures. From the city’s initial DRI Application to on-going project planning work, Cortland’s DRI process is best characterized as a complex partnership between a wide range of entities. These existing partnerships will play a significant role in the successful implementation of priority projects. To this end, the city and LPC have discussed the delegation of project implementation strategies for both public and private projects – assuring that each of the proposed projects has an appropriate local management entity and clear path to implementation.

In general, the implementation of public projects is under the oversight of the city of Cortland. The city has extensive experience in the management and implementation of public projects. This experience is especially valuable for some of the larger, more complex public projects – such as the Clinton Avenue Gateway and Main Street Infrastructure and Streetscape. The Clinton Avenue Gateway project, in particular, involves the management and administration of previously-awarded grant funds from many different agencies – which must be coordinated with the requirements of the DRI process. The city’s Administration and Finance Department is well-versed in managing these types of complex public projects.

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Two public projects are not sponsored by the City of Cortland. The city’s first Community Bike Share is sponsored by the Seven Valleys Health Coalition and Cortland Free Library and the SUNY Cortland Institute of Applied Geospatial and Drone Technology is sponsored by SUNY Cortland. Given the organizational capacity of these local institutions, it is anticipated that, if selected, each entity would oversee implementation and long-term management of the project.

Cortland will contract with a third-party administration entity to oversee the implementation and management of the proposed Building, Business, and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund. Given this project’s somewhat extended lifespan, the Building, Business, and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund could play a vital role in Cortland’s long-term revitalization goals – helping to bridge the gap between DRI-related projects and future, yet-to-be proposed projects.

Oversight for the implementation of private projects would be provided primarily through the Cortland County Business Development Corporation. This organization, which is based in the heart of downtown Cortland, frequently serves in this capacity – coordinating between private business/property owners, local stakeholders and regional and state entities.

Additionally, the city and LPC members identified the potential benefits of forming a new committee to assist with implementation and long-term management of the city’s economic development strategies. Such a committee could provide several benefits, both for the DRI process and the city’s long-term revitalization efforts. Committee members could serve as important liaisons between project sponsors and the general public. There may be significant “downtime” (e.g., contract making and bid process can be lengthy) following the announcement of final project selections and it will be crucial to keep the public informed and momentum moving forward.

The concept of a publicly-accessible online “dashboard” was discussed as one possible avenue for communications. While this type of tool is valuable to the local community – it would require a dedicated and informed liaison to relay DRI-related updates. This proposed committee would also take advantage of the wide-range of expertise already located in Cortland. The committee would leverage the specific experience of individuals with backgrounds in the implementation of both public and private projects. Such a committee could include construction management experience (to assist with contracts, bids, scheduling etc.), economic development experience (to assist with leveraging of outside funds, project synergy, sequencing etc.), sustainability experience (to ensure environmental issues and “green” opportunities are identified and addressed), and more targeted expertise (such as experience in managing arts and cultural projects). Lastly, such a committee would provide the framework for Cortland to continue its economic revitalization efforts after the DRI process concludes.

III - 24 City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment PlanSection III: Downtown Management and Implementation Strategy

Section IV:Public Involvement



IV - 26 City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment PlanSection IV: Public Involvement

The success of Cortland’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) depends in large part on the input and feedback obtained from the Cortland community, which includes anyone who lives, works, or goes to college in the city. The Cortland DRI Team approached this task as a bottom‐up, community‐driven process that relies on engaging as many members of the Cortland community as possible, in person and online.

A Public Engagement Plan was developed to ensure that the DRI process would be transparent, welcoming, and innovative. The idea was to garner the largest achievable cross section of input and ideas from the community.

Overall, the DRI public engagement plan comprised four means of outreach:

1. Monthly Local Planning Committee (LPC) meetings

2. Three public outreach events during the DRI process

3. One-on-one and small group stakeholder interviews/focus groups early in the process

4. Coordination with local municipal officials

The main goals of the LPC and consultants were to inform and educate the Cortland community about the DRI Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) process and to obtain community feedback about vision, goals, strategies and projects.

To supplement the State’s DRI website, a project website (www.CortlandDRI.com) was created to provide up-to-the-date information to the public about the DRI process, to provide all meeting materials for those who were not able to attend, and to inform the computer-using public. Recordings of all meetings are provided on the city of Cortland website (http://cortland.org/).

LPC and Public MeetingsThere were five LPC meetings held as part of the DRI process. Each LPC meeting was open to the public and all but the first were recorded and made publicly available for those unable to attend. Notice of every LPC and public meeting was posted on the State’s DRI website and the Project website, in local news outlets, and on the city of Cortland website with the meeting title, date, time, and location.

Local news outlets included the Cortland Standard, Cortland Voice, Homer Voice/ The Homer News, the Cortland Tribune, What’s Hot, Clad Network, Neverland News, Local Radio, and NOIZE. Additional publicity was provided through LPC mailing lists and listserves.

Offline meeting publicity included flyers posted at City Hall, the library, local supermarket, houses of worship, senior housing complexes, and the SUNY and community colleges. Local businesses were provided with additional smaller-sized handouts (bookmark size) to share with patrons.

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The City of Cortland is soliciting the community’s help in identifying big ideas to be included

into Cortland’s submission to New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative

(https://www.ny.gov/programs/downtown-revitalization-initiative) $10 million grant

application.

A community workshop for ideas will be held Thursday, May 25, at 5:15 p.m. at the Cortland

Elks Lodge (https://www.elks.org/lodges/home.cfm?LodgeNumber=748), located at 9

Groton Avenue. You can also pitch your concept to the city by . lling out this submission

form

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c=0&w=1).

The only requirement is that projects must have the potential for transformative impact on downtown Cortland.

One application in the Central York Region will be awarded a $10 million grant based on the merit of their concept's ability to

catalyze development in their urban core and transform the community.

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Public meeting notices included an explanation of the meeting format and topics to be covered. The State’s DRI website incorporated Outlook calendar invites, and the project specific website and local news outlets provided social media outreach using Facebook and/or Twitter.

LPC members helped advertise meetings by forwarding meeting invites to individual contacts associated with larger stakeholder groups, such as Tompkins Cortland Community College (TC3), SUNY Cortland, and the Cortland County Business Development Corp.

Future LPC and public meeting dates were selected during the first LPC meeting to ensure that LPC members and stakeholders would be available to participate in each meeting. The overall meeting and event schedule is shown below:

• October 19, 2017 – LPC Meeting #1

• November 2, 2017 – Public Meeting #1

• November 16, 2017 – LPC Meeting #2

• November 30, 2017 – LPC Meeting #3

• December 14, 2017 – Public Meeting #2

• January 18, 2018 – LPC Meeting #4

• February 1, 2018 – Public Meeting #3

• February 15, 2018 – LPC Meeting #5

At each LPC meeting, the consultants and state agency personnel guided the LPC through the imminent and later steps of the DRI. These meetings utilized PowerPoint presentations and printed handouts including maps, figures, and charts. These meetings generally ran for two hours and were held on Thursday evenings for the convenience of the committee and the members of the public who may want to attend.

Each public meeting was formatted as an open house, a welcoming format that allows for excellent dissemination of information and gathering of feedback on an individual basis within a group setting. In general, a short presentation was provided approximately 30 minutes into each open house in which the consultant team would explain the purpose and layout of the particular meeting.

As everyone arrived, they were free to walk around the meeting room to view printed display boards showing information relative to that moment in the DRI process. These boards were displayed on easels in such a way that there was room for multiple attendees to congregate around the same board. Each event space was equipped with tables and chairs to facilitate conversations between community members and to allow attendees a place to sit while filling out comment sheets and other handouts.

At least one team member was stationed at each group of boards to ensure that there was someone available to openly discuss the board content, answer questions, and receive feedback on the material from members of the public.


After input received from the first public meeting, it was determined that subsequent public meetings would be held in double sessions to allow for wider public participation. For Public meeting 2 and Public Meeting 3 meetings were held from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Attendance at both sessions was strong.

Following each LPC Meeting and Public Meeting the materials presented were published on the Cortland DRI website so that anyone who had not attended the meeting could review the materials and provide their comments, as if they had attended the meeting.

Focus Groups and InterviewsThe consultant team conducted targeted outreach through focus groups and interviews with major stakeholders. The goal was to speak personally with a representative sample of stakeholders, such as local developers, local business owners and employees, county agencies, the Cortland Downtown Partnership, and city of Cortland personnel, senior citizens at the County Senior Center, among others.

The first set of interviews was held on the morning of the first LPC meeting and included a tour of downtown Cortland with various stakeholders. Communication with stakeholders continued throughout the DRI process via meetings, phone calls, and emails.

A meeting was held with approximately three dozen Main Street business owners to discuss several options the city was proposing for infrastructure improvements to Main Street to ensure that the city had community buy-in before putting forth its official proposal for consideration to be a priority project. This meeting allowed the business owners to discuss their concerns and support for various aspects of the project and resulted in a vote of unanimous support for the Main Street project.

The team also held a meeting at the Cortland Senior Center to ensure that the city’s older population was included in the DRI process. Many of the attendees have been residents of Cortland for most of their lives and had great insight as to how the city has changed over the years and expressed what elements they would like to see incorporated into any future plans.

Coordination with Municipal OfficialsThe DRI team held weekly conference calls with the consultants, city of Cortland officials, LPC co-chairs, and state agency officials to keep apprised of project progress, to coordinate events, and to request event advertisement on the municipal and state DRI websites. Additional avenues of communication included emails and phone calls, as needed.

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Additional Public OutreachThe project team issued a survey in December 2017 that was posted on the Cortland and project websites, utilizing SurveyMonkey.com to reach the general public. LPC members also shared the survey link with SUNY Cortland, local high schools and their emails lists and list serves, and paper copies were available for those that attended the focus group meeting at the senior center. This survey consisted of 10 questions including topics such as demographics, types of businesses that would increase patronage of downtown, and overall opinions of downtown Cortland. A total of 622 respondents participated in the survey, representing a wide range of demographics. The results of the survey were shared with the LPC and used during the priority project selection process.

In addition to the survey, the project website provided online comment forms that allowed the public to provide input 24/7. All comments received were responded to in a timely manner.

The team and LPC members also staffed information booths at two city events – Small Business Saturday and Pictures with Santa at the Cortland Repertory Theatre. At the Small Business Saturday event, which celebrates frequenting local businesses, team members handed out flyers and bookmarks to the public and were available to answer questions from the public. Team members were able to use the presentation boards from prior Public Meetings at the Pictures with Santa event to replicate the information exchange from the previous open house.

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Section V:Projects Proposed for DRI



V - 32 City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment PlanSection V: Projects Proposed for DRI

Project Location Map

V - 33City of Cortland DRI Strategic Investment Plan Section V: Projects Proposed for DRI

Project Number Short Project Description Page Number

A-1 Crown City Artworks 37A-2 Courthouse Park Mobile Stage and Fountain 41A-3 Downtown Pocket Park 45A-4 The Orchard Multi-Use Entertainment Facility 49A-5 Streetscape Improvements and Creation of a Pocket Park on N. Main Street 53A-6 Community Bike Share 57A-7 Vine Health and Fitness 61B-1 Building, Business, and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund 67B-2 SUNY Cortland Institute of Applied Geospatial and Drone Technology 71B-3 13-15 Central Avenue New Office Space 75B-4 New Apartments at 73 Main Street 79B-5 37-39 Port Watson Street Accessible Apartments 81B-6 SUNY Alumni Carriage House 83B-7 Façade at BRIX 87B-8 Stabilize Harold (Keator) Block 89B-9 New Apartments at 29 Central Avenue 93

B-10 Fiorentini Block Mixed Use 97B-11 83-85 Main Street Mixed Use 101B-12 Cortland Business Innovation Center 105C-1 Main Street Infrastructure and Streetscape 111C-2 Downtown Wi-Fi System and City-Owned Cable for Internet Access 115C-3 Marketing Materials for Vermicomposting 117C-4 Improve Downtown Trash and Recycling Operations 121C-5 Clinton Avenue Gateway 123

Guide to Project Profiles


Goal A: Expand the arts, music, sports, and recreation based creative economy


DRI Funding Request/Total Project Cost$200,000/$200,000

Project DescriptionThis project will install public art [e.g. sculpture, murals, curated exhibits] at select locations throughout the DRI boundary to enhance the appeal and attractiveness of these spaces. It will also draw attention to art as an integral component of downtown revitalization. This project will include open wall spaces, small gardens, bump outs, corners, and side streets as potential locations upon which to create unique spaces throughout the area. Components of this project will be closely coordinated with DRI infrastructure improvements. The final selection of suitable locations for public art will be dependent on other revitalization projects in the area.

Project Location/AddressMultiple locations throughout the DRI boundary area

SponsorCity of Cortland

A-1 | Establish the Crown City Artworks Project

Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to attract new businesses and residents;• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting

and accessible to all;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and attractions; and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational opportunities.

Public SupportThere is strong public support for the arts in Cortland. Cortland Repertory Theatre’s downtown facility, which required a major capital campaign, is a great example of this support. The performing arts are well represented in the City of Cortland, but the visual and fine arts are severely under-represented. By bringing the visual arts “out of the studio and into the open,” Cortland can become a cultural hub for all art forms in Central New York.

Project OwnershipCity of Cortland is named as primary sponsor for the following reasons: the anticipation that art will be installed on public property, the city’s capacity to administer funds, and the importance of integrating this project with other infrastructure improvements, for which the city is ultimately responsible.

Mural on the side of the Dark Horse Tavern


Project PartnersProject partners include downtown businesses and property owners, SUNY Cortland, Tompkins Cortland Community College and the arts community, including the Cultural Council of Cortland County. The proposed project envisions the establishment of a selection committee that will include representation from the business and arts communities, as well as key city departments. This committee will guide project development and implementation, including the selection of appropriate locations for public art and specifics regarding previously mentioned “artist calls.”

CapacityCortland has the resources to coordinate this project and all related physical improvements. The strategic partners listed above will add to this capacity.

Project Budget$200,000 to be spent on procurement and installation of public art

Funding SourcesNo additional funding sources are committed at this time. If more funds become available, the scope of the project may increase.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationStudies conducted elsewhere on the economic impact of public art confirm economic benefits with returns on investment above other urban revitalization activities. This project will contribute to an anticipated 5-10% increase to the value of properties proximate to infrastructure improvements, based on national averages.

Regulatory Requirements• Historic Review of installations within district boundaries:• Building Permits required for any associated lighting;• Right-of-way (ROW) to be secured by Law Dept. for any installations on private property;• Police/Fire to review any public safety issues;• NYSDOT work permit may be required for any art installations adjacent to NYS ROW.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTo be coordinated with phasing of other related infrastructure improvements. Total project timeframe will be approximately 7 – 14 months.• Selection Committee (2-3 months);• Priority Target locations identified & budgets developed (1-3 months);• Initial Artist Call conducted (3 months);• Design (1-2 months);• Construction (1-3 months);• Proposals from property owners [e.g. murals] will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Potential Locations for art installations

Project ReportingProject will be monitored regularly with progress reported quarterly as follows:• Quarterly monitoring of progress against timeframe;• Additional measures for gauging impact to include:

• increased participation in other arts related activities;

• increased tourism.



Project DescriptionCourthouse Park is located in the heart of the City’s historical downtown. This project will include much-needed improvements to Courthouse Park by including a new performing arts stage with state of the art amenities and a new fountain at the park entrance. The mobile stage will replace an older obsolete mobile stage that cannot easily be deployed to other events within the DRI boundary. The new stage will be used at various events held throughout the DRI area when it is not in use at Courthouse Park. The stage will be stored at the NYS Armory Building indoor drill area located at 31 Wheeler Avenue during the winter months. There is an outdoor storage area that can be utilized, as well. Routine maintenance will be performed by the City of Cortland Motor Equipment Operator/Mechanic at the DPW or Park Maintenance. The city will also use a local heavy equipment repair shop for the required NYS inspection.

Project Location/AddressCourthouse Park – 2.8 acres on the east side of Church Street at Court Street. Stage may be deployed to other locations within the DRI boundary.


A-2 | Renovate Courthouse Park Including a Mobile Stage for Performing Arts

Aerial Photo of Court House Park


Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors,

and to attract new businesses and residents;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and

attractions;• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions;

and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational

opportunities.

Public SupportThis project has the support of Mayor Tobin, the City of Cortland Youth Bureau Advisory Board, the City of Cortland Common Council members, the Recreation Commission, DPW, Local musicians, Pumpkin Fest Committee, the Downtown Partnership, local business owners, the Cultural Council of Cortland, the Spiegle Willcox Family, Cortland County Travel & Tourism, private donors, and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York.

Project OwnershipCity of Cortland

Proposed new mobile stage

Project PartnersDonors, Special Event Organizing Boards, Downtown Partnership

CapacityThe City of Cortland Youth Bureau has a successful history of park renovations and development in Cortland. Recent examples include:• Wickwire Pool Renovations ($1.2 Million), Dexter Park Renovations, Beaudry Park Community Building and Test Park Development ($2 Million).

Project Budget$443,750 • $275,000 - Mobile Stage with auxiliary features• $80,000 - New Fountain with lighting• $44,375 – Soft costs (engineering, surveying, admin, legal, misc. costs)• $44,375 – Contingency

Funding SourcesThere are no additional funding sources for this phase of the Courthouse Park project.


Feasibility and Cost JustificationA cost-benefit analysis for the CHP project is not feasible at this time, though it is expected that the project will contribute to an anticipated 5-10% increase in the value of properties proximate to infrastructure improvements, based on national averages.

Regulatory Requirements• Completed reviews and permits – Park, Recreation and Historic Preservation (No Adverse Impact finding); SEQR review Negative Declaration; Financial

Review; and Legal Review;• Will revisit after final design plans – SEQR and Historical reviews.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTo be coordinated with phasing of other related infrastructure improvements. Total project timeframe will be approximately 25 months.• Contract with engineering firm – 6 months;• Final Design Plans – 9 months;• Common Council and permit approvals – 10 months;• Mobile stage can be purchased and in use by early summer 2018.

Project ReportingThe City Youth Bureau will report on facility usage including event attendance, maintenance and revenue collected.



Project DescriptionLocated in downtown Cortland and surrounded by structures, the 2,200 SF park will provide an oasis from the bustle of downtown and a protected area for families and children to gather and relax. The park will include landscaping, seating, and can be used for a small event space, play areas for children, places to relax and meet friends, and take lunch breaks. With the addition of downtown Wi-Fi, the pocket park will also provide a space to hold meetings and work.

Project Location/AddressVacant lot between 10 Main Street (Community Restaurant) and 16 Main Street (Pawn Boss)


A-3 | Create a Downtown Pocket Park

Rendering of proposed pocket park


and accessible to all;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and attractions; and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational opportunities.•

Public SupportThe pocket park has the support of Mayor Tobin, the Cortland Youth Bureau, and the general public. Input during the DRI application process indicated a desire among the public to provide quality open spaces for families within the downtown area.



Project PartnersCity of Cortland Youth Bureau, DPW, and others as deemed necessary.

CapacityThe City of Cortland Youth Bureau has a successful history of park renovations and development in Cortland. Recent examples include: Wickwire Pool Renovations ($1.2 million), Dexter Park Improvements, Beaudry Park Community Building and Testa Park Development ($2 million).

Project Budget$280,000 – includes $30,000 in-kind services. Figures presented are an estimated breakdown:• Site prep (demolition, grading, etc.) - $32,560• Landscape - $54,940• Hardscape and drainage - $87,500• Site furnishings and lighting - $43,750• Soft costs (survey, design, etc.) - $26,250• Contingency (including unforeseen conditions) – $35,000

Funding SourcesDRI funding will be the primary funding source. In-kind services from the city of Cortland Park Maintenance, Water Department and DPW are expected to be between 10-15% of the project cost, depending on the ultimate design.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationA research team from the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine has found that neighborhoods where vacant lots have been converted into small parks are associated with reduced crime. The community investment will foster a sense of ownership, which, in turn, creates a strong incentive for residents to protect and preserve their park. Pocket park improvements are often quick and tangible actions for elected officials and citizens, which can work in concert with other issues such as reducing graffiti, traffic management and increase main street activities.

Rendering of proposed pocket park


Regulatory RequirementsThe right-of-way must be secured by the City of Cortland Law Department. Building permits will be needed if lighting upgrades are needed. The Historic Review Commission, police, and fire safety representatives will be consulted.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTotal project timeframe will be approximately 32-34 months.• Contract with engineering firm – 6 months;• Engineer final design – 10 months;• Common council and permit approvals – 12 months;• Construction – 4-6 months.

Project ReportingThe City of Cortland Youth Bureau (manages the city parks) will report on the project development and give quarterly updates to monitor progress against the timeline. Upon completion, Youth Bureau will report on facility usage and data relating to the park upgrades including attendance and maintenance records.

Existing pocket park


DRI Funding Request/Total Project Cost$975,000/$1,421,550

Project DescriptionThe project includes the renovation of a historical Main Street building to create The Orchard - a commercial space dedicated to family bowling lanes and a second-floor venue for live music performance featuring state-of-the-art digital audio/video recording and production facilities. The project will improve employment opportunities by creating 25 full-time jobs, renovate an existing structure for mixed-use, create an urban green space with the development of a second floor rooftop park, and renovate and preserve a historical structure. This project includes the exterior and interior renovation and build-out of 28 Main Street. The currently vacant building was most-recently the home of Mullen Office Outfitters.

Project Location/Address28 Main Street

SponsorChris Merkley

Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to attract new businesses and

residents; • Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including

market rate housing;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and attractions;• Increase opportunities to attract innovative and/or culturally based businesses and grow the local property

tax base; and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational opportunities.

Public SupportMarket research and engagement with the Cortland Downtown Partnership, city officials, downtown stakeholders, and social media forums indicates interest in this project is overwhelmingly positive and enthusiastic.

A-4 | Renovate a Historical Downtown Building for a Multi-Use Entertainment Facility

Proposed exterior rendering


Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)This project will create 25 full-time jobs in culinary arts, maintenance, service, video production, and audio engineering.

Ownership of PropertyMcNeil Development Company, LLC.

Acquisition of Real Property N/A

Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThis project will transform the social landscape of downtown, promote a surge in the arts and entertainment community, and fill a void by creating a unique facility that will house several entertainment elements in the city that do not currently exist. In short, the benefits of the project will include the following: revitalization of a historical downtown building, meeting a major demand for arts, entertainment, and family fun in the historical downtown. It will also contribute to an influx in necessary job creation. Co-benefits of the project will include: increases in tax revenue to the city, attraction of transient monies to the marketplace, and partnering with neighboring businesses to continue to attract and retain local and regional talent while working closely with the downtown partnership to identify areas of opportunity for the business district.

Future Use of StructureThis project will be a multi-use entertainment facility with the Sponsor as the tenant. The vision of the project includes the renovation of a historical building that houses a retro-style boutique bowling alley, a rooftop green space, and a live performance venue. The space will also include a kitchen and bar featuring gourmet menu items & cocktails. The live music space will also include state-of-the-art audio/video recording equipment to produce high-quality audio recordings, video productions of both live and studio performances and capability to host film screenings.

Project Budget$1,421,550 - $446,550 committed from private investment.• Building renovation - $710,000 (includes $65,000 contingency)• Interior build-out and equipment - $711,550 (includes $65,000 contingency)

• No DRI funds will be used for purchasing equipment

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Feasibility and Cost JustificationProjected annual sales for the first year of business are estimated at $1,250,000, with an annual growth projection at 3 - 5% over the next four years. The projected annual sales were generated through a variety of studies and research including personal interviews with current downtown stakeholders, the sponsor’s personal history as an area concert promoter, and a social media questionnaire that revealed additional findings. Reaching the projected annual sales will place The Orchard in the top 1% of the food and beverages establishments in the downtown area. The sponsor’s research analysis is based on the multiple revenue streams available through the use of this facility, as well as a conservative projected sales estimate of $1,250,000.The projected annual sales will provide the city with an additional $50,000 in yearly tax revenue to be reinvested into a variety of projects, including further revitalization of downtown. The investment for the renovation of the historic 28 Main Street building will guarantee a significant increase in the tax assessment of the property, providing the city with additional yearly tax revenue from the project.The Orchard anticipates an initial creation of 25 new jobs. Within one year, employment is projected to reach at least 30 employees, including 15 full-time and 15 part-time positions. Local trends strongly indicate that downtown employees make up a significant percentage of the customer base at all of the local downtown establishments. Bringing 30 new employees into the marketplace will create a consistent and ongoing benefit to the surrounding businesses and natural competitors of The Orchard.The ancillary economic benefits of a facility like The Orchard include, but are not limited to, new accounts with local and regional vendors, direct support of local artists and musicians, new insurance accounts with a local insurance company, construction contracts with local contractors, and the creation of ongoing relationships with repair and maintenance companies. Additional direct and indirect benefits will stem from the implementation of educational programs that create new opportunities for youth apprenticeships and internships in music performance, audio/video engineering and recording production for both local K-12 students, as well as students at higher educational institutions such as TC3 and SUNY Cortland.Additionally, The Orchard will fill a major void in the cultural, arts, and entertainment offerings of the downtown district. The sponsor believes The Orchard will be a pivotal improvement for the cultural landscape and economic development of downtown, and will offer a legitimate attraction for area consumers living inside, outside, and

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around Cortland. There is no other facility quite like The Orchard anywhere in the Central NY region. Introducing a multifaceted space that provides inexpensive family entertainment, food and beverage, a rooftop green space for mixed use, and a venue for live music performance and audio/video production is certain to draw interest from not only the local residents, but also from neighboring communities. The combination of booking local, regional and national acts for the live music venue will be one of many reasons people will drive to Cortland, attend the concert, eat at local establishments, fuel at local gas stations, and stay in local hotels. When visitors use local hotels the likelihood of the city’s businesses acquiring new customers increases exponentially. The sponsor believes the Cortland Beer Company and Cortland Repertory Theatre will also draw outside dollars, grow the local economic market substantially, and inspire future business endeavors aimed at making downtown Cortland a regional destination.


Regulatory RequirementsRegulatory requirements include the City Planning Board, Code Office building permit, architectural review for Cortland Downtown Historic approval, State Historic Preservation Office, State Liquor Authority permit/license, and Cortland County Environmental Health permit/license.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTotal project timeframe is approximately 12 months.• Design plans – 2 months;• Building Construction – 6 months;• Interior Build-Out – 6 months (2 months concurrent with building construction);• Employee training – 2 weeks;• Ideally will open by April or May 2019.

Project ReportingDetailed records will be kept to provide documents for auditing business expenditures, construction and installation hours, and consultation fees. Detailed records of event attendance will be kept to provide insight into the impact of downtown revitalization.

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Project DescriptionNorth Main Street improvements include replacement of the sidewalk between the parking lot and the curb. The project will add a more aesthetically pleasing 5-foot sidewalk and a grass strip with trees between the sidewalk and the new curb, and also between the sidewalk and the parking lot along N. Main Street. Fencing or shrubs will also be installed at the parking lot. Clinton Avenue improvements include replacing existing deteriorated stampcrete with Flexipave.The 2,100 SF pocket park will have pervious brick pavers, trees and benches and will be well-lit. A large mural located on the north side of One North Main Street will bring an exciting creative element to the park. Removal of parking spaces at the site of the proposed pocket park is not expected to adversely affect parking availability in the area.

A-5 | Enhance Gateway to Main Street Through Streetscape Improvements and Creation of Pocket Park

Project Location/Address1-33 North Main Street (620 feet of road frontage upgrades to North Main Street and Clinton Avenue)

SponsorDavid Yaman

Strategies• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting

and accessible to all.

Public SupportFeedback has been very strongly in favor of this project, with solid support for visual amenities to the downtown area, especially at its gateways.

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Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)None

Ownership of PropertyThis project is located on sponsor-owned property and within the city right-of-way.The Sponsor has improved a wide variety of commercial properties in this community. New built projects include strip centers, PUD’s (including a 250 unit residential project surrounding a golf course, a condominium complex), apartment complexes, and office buildings. Investments in existing commercial spaces include four buildings in the downtown area (all have been improved on an annual basis), and renovations and repurposing of existing buildings including a large strip center converted to a 5-unit project for non-profits and a large 144,000 SF factory converted to residential and commercial space. Every project has been designed with attention to the aesthetics of street presence.

Acquisition of Real Property N/A Proposed plans for streetscape and pocket park

Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsCreation of curbing, greenspace, trees, quality pedestrian sidewalks, and a pocket park with an artistic and uplifting mural will enhance the active living space in a highly concentrated population environment. Improvements to this area will also demonstrate how the quality of the community can be enhanced and will set a trend for the future of the downtown district.

Future Use of StructureN/A

Project Budget$115,350 - Sponsor will self-fund the remaining $43,600. • Trees, shrubs, and sod - $22,000• Excavation - $12,300• Masonry (flexipave, curbing, sidewalk) - $72,650• Mural - $2,000• Lighting, bins, benches - $5,000• Engineer/soft costs - $1,400


Feasibility and Cost JustificationThis is an aesthetic improvement to a gateway with the development of a park for the comfort and enjoyment of the whole community. This project has trend-setting potential. It is hard to quantify aesthetic upgrades to community environments other than to emphasize that a strong upscale environment supports occupancy of buildings, both commercial and residential, and encourages a robust pedestrian presence.

Regulatory RequirementsSponsor will need to obtain a work permit from the city of Cortland. All work will conform to ADA accessibility standards.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessConstruction – 1 month. Project has already been designed.

Project ReportingThe owner and the landscape architect (Keplinger Freeman Associates) will oversee and monitor the progress of the installation of the sidewalks, trees, pocket park, fencing, other plantings, curbs, and mural. The management staff for the owner will oversee and monitor the use of the park. The management team will also reach out to local tenants of the surrounding buildings to encourage the use of the park for individuals and for larger gatherings. In addition, an arrangement with The Center for the Arts of Homer has been made, to allow the Center to sponsor future entertainment for the public at the proposed park. Entertainment will focus on providing an intimate setting of 50 to 125 people for the benefit of musicians, visual artists, and performers. Scheduling will include monitoring and reporting attendance for each event.



Project DescriptionSeven Valleys Health Coalition (SVHC) is partnering with the Cortland Free Library (CFL) for the startup of the community’s first Bike Share, located at the CFL in the downtown. There will be a total of 40 bikes provided to the public including 24 adult bicycles, 4 adult tricycles, 12 children’s bicycles (6 each 24-inch and 20 inch), and 4 child trailers. Helmets and locks will also be provided to the public. This program will include additional bike rack installations at CFL and the not-yet-determined second location.Members of the public will be able to go into the library to check out a bike (and helmet if desired or required depending on age) and will sign a waiver. After registration is complete, a borrower will receive a numbered key that corresponds to a bike lock that will unlock their bike. This lock may also be used while borrowing the bike.

A-6 | Create Cortland’s First Community Bike Share in the Downtown

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SVHC and library staff will initially manage the Bike Share with in-kind labor and a pool of volunteers for at least the first year, keeping the program free to customers. SVHC will maintain future fiscal viability via sponsorships (ads on bicycle basket placards), grants, and donations.

Project Location/Address32 Church Street, at the corner of Church and Court Streets in the heart of downtown Cortland and a second location to be determined if the project is selected

SponsorSeven Valleys Health Coalition

Strategies• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting

and accessible to all;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations; and• Encourage projects that reduce the City’s environmental footprint.


Public SupportThis project is part of the implementation of the City’s newly adopted Complete Streets policy and the City’s Comprehensive Plan that was completed with significant public input. The City had already agreed to provide the liability insurance for the program prior to receiving DRI funding. A community bike share is strongly supported by the Cortland County Traffic Safety Board’s Bike/Ped Subcommittee, Cortland County, SUNY Cortland, the City Library, Sustainable Cortland, Seven Valleys Health Coalition (SVHC), United Way, and individual community members. The Cortland County Health Department already operates bicycle safety and helmet programs and they have pledged their support to this project. The plan for the Bike Share has also received positive verbal support from at least one local hotel owner, the Convention and Visitors’ Bureau, and every community member with whom SVHC has discussed the plan.

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As the program grows, it is likely to create two half-time positions for bike maintenance and program administration.

Ownership of PropertyThe Cortland Free Library. The Library Board has determined it has the space to operate the Bike Share Program, with little or no interior renovations. It will not disturb library operations.


Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsAs noted, this will be Cortland’s first Community Bike Share Program. It will be a welcome addition to the multimodal transportation system, which includes miles of sidewalk throughout the City of Cortland and a public transportation system, Cortland Transit. The City is currently completing a Bike/Ped Plan which will lay the foundation for preferred bike routes throughout the community. Cortland also has additional plans for new bike lanes and paths, which will be a perfect long-term accompaniment to this project.Many residents rely on the Cortland area’s limited public transportation system to get to work, medical appointments, and for recreational pursuits. Cortland’s poverty rate hovers near 25% and loaning free, quality bikes and helmets will have the most significant impact to those with limited income and who are at risk for chronic disease. Since anyone will be able to use the bikes, the project contributes to overall quality of life and will also complement tourism by adding another method for visitors to discover the area. Other benefits include increased community interaction and learning to ride or renewed interest in bicycle riding without the upfront investment of funds to purchase a new bike. One of the largest benefits will be to improve the City’s social capital and rating for bikeability, which is has become an increasing priority for successful city planning efforts throughout the U.S.

Future Use of StructureN/A


Project Budget$70,805 – SVHC will fund the remainder of the project through in-kind services ($13,495), cash ($2,500), and projected grant funding and private sponsors ($19,407). The total project cost reflects start-up costs and three years of operation.• Purchase bicycles, helmets, bike racks, signs, lock, chains - $17,200• Year-1 maintenance/bike shop - $10,200• Year-2 maintenance/bike shop - $11,200• Year-3 maintenance/bike shop - $12,200• Annual administrative fees - $10,080 ($3,360 per year)• Annual media/advertising - $6,300 ($2,100 per year)• Indirect expenses - $3,625

Feasibility and Cost JustificationAn article from Fortune Magazine titled “Flying Cars, Bike Share, and Space Tourism: How You’ll Be Traveling in 2018” (November 20, 2017) predicts that bike sharing will grow across US cities. The article emphasizes that as changes to the traditional docked model of bike shares evolve, this may “encourage city leaders wary of bike-sharing to finally jump on board.” According to the NY Bicycle Coalition, “most studies show that multi-day bicycle tourists spend between $100 and $300 per day on food, lodging and other items.” Moreover, as AARP’s Livable Community’s website points out, bike sharing provides additional benefits to cities such as supplementing public transit, reducing travel-related carbon footprints, and increasing the physical activity of residents.Although the proposed free bike share program is on a smaller scale than those in larger cities, not investing in expensive docking stations that go along with traditional bike shares allows cities to devote more money to bike infrastructure, which enables riders get access to cycling at a cheaper cost. The model being proposed in Cortland is similar to one that has experienced success in Bethlehem and Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Pottstown, with a population of around 22,000, is very similar in size to Cortland. It’s free bike share program started in 2008 with 30 bicycles, has since grown to four locations and is still running strong.

Regulatory RequirementsThe project sponsors will confer with the City of Cortland regarding the use of city streets for this project and any recommendations or concerns they may have. The City of Cortland has already agreed to extend its liability insurance coverage to this program.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTotal project timeline is approximately 4 months.• Acquisition of equipment (bikes, bike racks, bike basket placards, etc.) will take approximately 3 months;• Installation of racks and setting up all equipment and structure for borrowing from library – 1 month;• A second location for bike sharing is anticipated, but a specific site has not been secured. • The sponsor’s goal will be for the program to start at the library no later than May, 2018 depending on the start date of funding. The program will run from

April - November annually.

Project ReportingProject reporting will include the number of bicycles and helmets purchased under the program, monthly reports on the number of users, verification of in-kind contribution, and a detailed report on the programs successes and challenges.



Project DescriptionVine Health and Fitness will be a 5,000 SF wellness center with the newest state-of-the-art exercise equipment and amenities including: an 800 square foot group exercise room, spa-like men’s and women’s locker rooms with showers, two rooms for massage therapists to rent, and a new HVAC system in the main 2,500 square foot glass-lined equipment area. Cortland Regional Medical Center’s Outpatient Physical Therapy has signed a lease to rent the adjacent 2,000 square foot space and pay a monthly fee to Vine Health and Fitness to use the space and equipment for their physical therapy patients.

Project Location/Address20 North Main Street

SponsorJanine Franco


residents; • Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions; and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational opportunities

Public SupportThe sponsor has received overwhelmingly positive feedback for this project. Community members have expressed the need for a modern fitness facility with updated, state-of-the art equipment. One commonly-shared comment is that “there is nothing like this in Cortland.” People have stated that they are excited to have a fitness center opening that has multiple clean showers and yearly lockers. Several local business owners have expressed interest in providing corporate memberships for their employees. The sponsor has also received positive feedback regarding the partnership with CRMC’s physical therapy department. Community members have stated that they have gone to physical therapy and have needed a fitness center to go to where they can continue their progress.

A-7 | Establish Vine Health and Fitness – A State of the Art Gym Located Downtown

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Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)Two during the first year, not including massage therapists.

Ownership of PropertyThe sponsor’s family owns this commercial building and has just completed a successful transformative $500,000 exterior renovation.


Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsCortland is booming in the area of healthy living. As downtown living increases, Vine Health and Fitness is in a prime location to serve those looking for a fitness center within walking distance. Ample parking is located behind the building for those who choose to drive. A fitness center will provide not only physical benefits, but also social benefits to the community - it is a great place to meet people, whether exercising with equipment or in a group class.DRI funding will also assist with the purchase of state-of-the-art exercise equipment. Millennials are demanding the most high-tech resources when seeking out services. This facility will provide a service for young professionals that does not currently exist in the area and may result in an increase in the number of people that choose to live and work in the downtown.Vine Health and Fitness will benefit the downtown community by contributing to Cortland’s upward trend in healthy living and by creating jobs and economic growth.

Future Use of StructureGym/Wellness Center

Project Budget$702,720 - Sponsor will self-fund the remaining $352,720. • Demolition - $20,000• General construction (sewer lines, insulation, flooring, build-out) - $430,180• Electronics (audio/visual, Wi-Fi, phone, computers) - $15,500• Security system - $17,040• Fitness equipment - $200,000 (Not funded through DRI)• Additional labor - $20,000

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Feasibility and Cost JustificationRevenue will primarily be derived from the following gym membership fees, massage room rental fees, and class fees:• Single membership (45% of memberships) - $40/month or $400/

year if paid upfront • Couple membership (45% of memberships) - $60/month or

$600/year if paid upfront• Family membership (10% of memberships)- $75/month or $750/

year if paid upfront• Corporate memberships – fees TBD• Group classes – fees TBD• Massage room rental - $500/month ($250/room/month)The Sponsor has determined that there will be positive cash flow starting in year one and continuing thereafter.

Regulatory RequirementsThis project requires building permits and Change in Occupancy permits. Exterior rendering

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTotal project timeline will be approximately 9 months.• Design - 3 months;• Construction documents - 6 weeks;• Bidding/ Permitting – 6 weeks; • Construction - 3 month.

Project ReportingSponsor will keep receipts and maintain budget forms during and after implementation of the project. Sponsor will also provide monthly facility use reports.


Goal B: Build a complete downtown neighborhood which includes housing for

all demographics, retail shopping, job availability, access to everyday goods and

services, and attractive public spaces



Project DescriptionFunds may be provided through a revolving loan fund or grant fund as determined by the city’s loan committee and administered by the city through a third-party consultant. The fund will assist with: • Smaller‐scale capital improvements and/or renovations in the DRI boundary that may include sign and

façade improvements, building renovation, upper story housing, working capital, equipment, interior commercial and residential improvements, etc.;

• A portion of start-up costs for new businesses identified to a critical and vital downtown that may include inventory, marketing, rent assistance, and training; and

• Projects reducing the city’s environmental footprint and/or encouraging energy generation from renewable sources ($150,000 set aside specifically for these project types).


Strategies• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including

market rate housing;• Establish programs to grow small business, and downtown retail; • Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions;• Increase opportunities to attract innovative and/or culturally based businesses and grow the local property

tax base;• Encourage projects that reduce the City’s environmental footprint; and• Encourage energy generation from renewable resources.

B-1 | Create a Building, Business and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund to Assist Building Owners and Business Startups

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Public SupportThe proposed project is a combination of some of the most popular ideas identified in the public outreach process and they support all three of the Cortland DRI’S goals. Throughout the scoping process residents gave feedback that startup costs are a major barrier to opening new businesses in Cortland. Owners of historical downtown buildings also shared that even a small amount of assistant goes a long way when preserving these important structures.

Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe building fund will allow property owners to complete renovations and upgrades that might not otherwise be possible. Assistance with paying for building improvements will help preserve historical structures and improve the city’s aesthetics. Updated properties, in turn, will attract residents and patrons. The flexibility of packaging business startup incentives to meet identified sales voids and public interest along with high tech and green solutions will have meaningful impact on both the public and private sectors. Aiding new businesses with their first‐year startup costs will give entrepreneurs the confidence to open their businesses in downtown Cortland, and projects focusing on alternative energy solutions can help drive down costs for property owners, freeing up more resources for building improvements. Additionally, there has been a long-term commitment to sustainability on behalf of the City that is espoused in planning documents and is evidenced by their designation as a Clean Energy Community by NYSERDA. Dollars directed to such projects can set Cortland apart as a

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leader in sustainable energy production.

Project Budget$1,300,000• Construction/installation - $1,235,000 • Program Administration - $65,000 Alternative energy projects will leverage existing NYSERDA funding (currently $0.35 per watt) and a 30% federal tax credit and may be financed through the City’s Property Accessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program. It is expected that approximately $700,000 in NYSERDA and federal incentives can be leveraged for the alternative energy portion of this project from $150,000 of DRI funding. The remaining $450,000 is slated to be used for building upgrades and business startup costs.

Organizational Structure/Responsible PartiesThe city of Cortland will be the responsible party for the grant/loan fund assisting projects as described above. The city’s loan committee, with county Business Development Corporation CEO Garry L. VanGorder serving ex officio, will process grant/loan applications, determine eligibility, and award resources as deemed appropriate. The city will contract with a third-party entity to administer each grant/loan awarded. The Cortland Downtown Partnership may also serve as a partner


in efforts to award qualifying loans and or grants.

Organizational StructureThe city of Cortland will be the sponsor of this program with administrative duties assigned to its yet-to-be-determined third-party consultant. The city may decide to contract with the Central New York Regional Planning and Development Board for assistance with sustainability projects, given the agency’s role as a leader in sustainable and clean energy projects across the region.

Organizational BudgetThe city’s total operational budget is $19.9 million.

Organization governing document (s) City Charter

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Months 1-4: Negotiate and Execute Contracts; • Months 4-7: Develop and Finalize program guidelines;• Months 7-10: Market Program; • Months 10-14: Accept and Review Applications; Precedent image of rooftop wind installations• Months 13 - 18: Execute Funding Agreements with participants; • Months 14-30: Construction/Installation/Startup.

Project ReportingThe city will develop a filing and monitoring system to track all awards, grant contracts, and project disbursements. Individual property grant agreements will specify the deadline for completion of work. All work to be inspected by the city or its representatives prior to reimbursement. Documentation related to job creation, job retention, tenancy, lease rates, and more may be required of projects addressing commercial or residential needs. For renewable projects, the city will track the dollars invested and the KWh of sustainable power developed. Property owners will be required to provide power usage and cost data for five years following installation to determine the annual cost savings from the program.


DRI Funding Request$100,000/$150,000

Project DescriptionThis project will establish the Institute for Geospatial and Drone Technology in downtown Cortland. It will be a resource for entrepreneurs, startup companies, Central New York and the Cortland community, including local municipalities, emergency services, non-profit organizations, and schools. DRI funds would be used to purchase drones, software, hardware, and an outdoor permanently installed drone testing facility (mesh and pole structure). The headquarters for the Institute will also require interior renovation on an existing structure to establish a conference room and offices for faculty, students, staff, and start-up businesses.

Project Location/AddressCrescent Commons (165 Main Street)

SponsorSUNY Cortland


and to attract new businesses and residents;• Establish programs to grow small business, and downtown retail;

and• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions.

B-2 | Establish the SUNY Cortland Institute of Applied Geospatial and Drone Technology

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Public SupportThis project will provide services to local municipalities, government organizations, emergency services, non-profits, and schools. SUNY Cortland has worked and is working with numerous organizations on geospatial projects and will like to expand and grow these relationships. SUNY Cortland’s existing relationships with NUAIR, CenterStateCEO, and other SUNY schools will support startup companies in the geospatial and drone fields. This project is endorsed by the Northeast UAS Airspace Integration Research Alliance (NUAIR).

Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)1 full-time job

Ownership of PropertySponsor will lease space from the owners of Crescent Commons.


Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThis project will serve as the cornerstone for downtown Cortland’s effort to become the leading center of excellence for the Central NY GIS and drone fields. It will partner with NUAIR and will work closely with CenterStateCEO and the Syracuse Tech Garden to mentor and foster development of new drone and other companies in the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) field. It will also partner with the Cortland Downtown Partnership Business Incubator (40 Main St) and the SUNY Cortland Entrepreneur program to provide technical expertise and capabilities (including hardware and software) to assist startup companies in this field. In addition, the institute will provide numerous benefits to the Cortland community by providing assistance with GIS and drone related projects. Many local municipalities do not have access, training, time, or personnel to use

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these powerful tools and the Institute will provide this support. Benefits include data collection, establishing and organizing the data into a GIS system, maintaining the GIS system, and providing analysis of the data to see new patterns and draw new conclusions. This will allow for a more cost-effective study of community problems. Instead of every municipality and organization purchasing their own equipment or software licenses, the Institute could provide assistance, services, and the skilled personnel to complete specialized projects. This project will also provide geospatial support to other DRI projects including the Clinton Avenue Gateway project.

Future Use of StructureEducational

Project Budget$150,000 - SUNY Cortland will provide the remaining $50,000. • Drones - $40,690• Software - $12,300• Hardware - $37,010• Drone testing facility - $10,000


• Interior buildout - $10,000• Furniture - $15,000 (not to be funded through DRI)• Staff and rent expenses - $25,000 (not to be funded through DRI)

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThis project will be closely tied into the growth of the drone industry in Central NY, and will support local municipalities with the GIS tools and technologies to support economic development. Drone technology has the potential to positively influence the economic health of the area and this Institute will attract the top talent in the geospatial field. The institute will provide education on the uses of drone technology and provide support across numerous fields, including infrastructure, agriculture, water quality, invasive species, etc. There are no companies in the area currently providing drone support and the Northeast UAS Airspace Integration Research Alliance (NUAIR) has expressed support for this project and the need for the expansion of drone technology in Central NY.Geospatial technology is vital to supporting infrastructure maintenance and development, and it can provide the information to more rapidly

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and efficiently make decisions. SUNY Cortland has provided limited support to the Public Works Departments of the Village of Homer, City of Cortland, Village and Town of Dryden, Village of McGraw, and Town of Virgil and the institute will provide additional support. Moreover, this project will facilitate the potential development of private geospatial companies that could work alongside local municipalities in the future.

Regulatory RequirementsNone

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Commence building refurbishment [1-2 months];• Purchase initial equipment and furniture [2 months];• Purchase remaining equipment and furniture [7 months]

Project ReportingThe project will be directly monitored by SUNY Cortland faculty. The number and scope of each project will be tracked, and an annual report will be developed that discusses the number and type of projects completed and in process. Staff will also report the number of startup businesses that the Institute assists. During the first year, quarterly summaries of progress and projects, including budgetary impacts will be created. The advisory board will also provide feedback and guidance.



Project DescriptionDevelop 3,000 SF of office/retail on the first floor and 6,000 SF of office space on the upper floors. Currently the upper floors are unoccupied and in need of major renovation in order for them to be usable for any purpose. The first floor is presently occupied by a tattoo shop and a shoe repair shop. The sponsor is seeking to maintain these tenants in the currently location.• Interior Renovation: to include a new elevator shaft, elevator, stairwell,

toilet rooms, sprinkler system, interior finishes (flooring, ceiling, paint, etc.). Efforts will be made to preserve existing relevant historical finishes if discovered in the building.

• Exterior work: the ground floor store front is to be replaced with energy-efficient materials that are in keeping with the design requirements of the City of Cortland Architectural Review Committee. The existing store front is not original to the building. All other exterior masonry that is currently painted will be repaired and repainted. Windows will be restored or replaced

• Mechanicals: Each space will include the installation of new high efficiency heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.

Project Location/Address13-15 Central Avenue

SponsorMcNeil Development Company, LLC

B-3 | Renovate 13-15 Central Avenue to Create New Office Space

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and to attract new businesses and residents; • Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions;

and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the

downtown for mixed use development including market rate housing.

Public SupportThe public supports the revitalization of underutilized property for use by businesses that add to the downtown matrix of uses.

Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)Office space can accommodate 27 employees.

Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned


Proposed Second and Third Floor Plan

December 30, 2017 Develop 3000 sf of Office/retail on the first floor and 6000sf of office space on the upper floors. Currently the upper floors are unoccupied and in need of major renovation in order for them to be usable for any purpose. The first floor is currently occupied by a tattoo shop and a shoe repair shop. We would seek to maintain these Tenants in the currently location. Interior Renovation: to include a new elevator shaft, elevator, stairwell, toilet rooms, sprinkler system, interior finishes (flooring, ceiling, paint, etc). Efforts will be made to preserve existing relevant historical finishes if discovered in the building.

Proposed Second and Third Floor Plan

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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe project will take an underutilized historical building in the central business district and convert the upper floors into usable space. People working downtown can become customers of the surrounding businesses and restaurants. They can also become patrons of existing and future arts and entertainment initiatives, which will bolster the downtown community.

Future Use of StructureMixed-use. The structure is to be used by the existing first floor retail tenants that operate a Tattoo shop and a shoe repair shop. The upper floors will accommodate 27 office employees working in the insurance or financial industries.


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June 1, 2013

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Project Budget$760,000 - Sponsor to provide remainder of funds with private equity ($435,000).• Design/Permitting - $18,000• Demolition - $27,000• Windows – $32,000• Elevator – $76,000• HVAC – $92,400• Electrical - $43,600• Plumbing - $68,300• General Construction (masonry, carpentry, drywall, flooring, etc.)

– $402,700

Feasibility and Cost JustificationA financial cost-benefit analysis indicates that the project is not feasible without DRI funds. The DRI funding will help offset debt service and without DRI funds the project would hemorrhage approximately $34,800 a year.

Regulatory RequirementsPlanning Board, Architectural Review Committee, building permit

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design Documents – 3 months;• Approvals/Permitting – 1-2 months;• Construction – 6-10 months.

Project ReportingThe project costs and implementation will be monitored internally throughout the development and construction processes with the goal to keep the project on budget and on schedule. Future evaluation will include analysis of the economic impact through expenditures of the occupants in the downtown business district, participation in downtown public activities, and impact on pedestrian traffic.



Project DescriptionMcNeil Development proposes to redevelop 4000 SF of Office/retail on floors 1 and 2, and (1) 2-bedroom and (1) 1-bedroom housing units on floor 3. The first and second floors are currently being used as office space by a tenant that will be vacating the space in 2018. The third floor is unusable in its current condition.• Interior Renovation: sprinkler system, partitions, interior finishes (flooring, ceiling, paint, etc.), kitchens, and

living space. Efforts will be made to preserve existing relevant historical finishes if discovered in the building.• Mechanicals: Each space will include the installation of new high efficiency heating, air conditioning, and

ventilating systems.




residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including

market rate housing.



Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned.

B-4 | Create New Apartments at 73 Main Street

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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe project will take an underutilized historical building in the central business district and convert the upper floors into usable space. People working and living downtown can become customers of the surrounding businesses and restaurants. They can also become patrons of existing and future arts and entertainment initiatives, which will bolster the downtown community.

Future Use of StructureMixed-use. First floor to be used as retail or office, tenant to be determined. The second floor will be office space, with the tenant to be determined. The six apartment units will be made available to the general public.

Project Budget$540,000 - Sponsor to provide remainder of funds with private equity ($320,000).• Design/Permitting - $18,000• Demolition - $53,000• Windows – $15,800• HVAC – $71,300• Electrical - $53,800• Plumbing - $57,400• General Construction (masonry, carpentry, drywall, flooring, etc.)

– $270,700

Feasibility and Cost JustificationA financial cost-benefit analysis indicates that the project would hemorrhage if there are no DRI funds to offset the debt service.

Regulatory RequirementsPlanning Board, building permit

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design Documents – 3 months;• Approvals/Permitting – 1-2 months;• Construction – 8-10 months.

DECEMBER 30, 2017.PROPERTY: 73 MAIN ST, CORTLAND, NYOWNER: MCNEIL DEVELOPMENT CO, LLC.EXISTING FLOOR PLAN AS SHOWN. WORK SHOWN WASPERFORMED IN 1994 AND IS IN NEED OF RENOVATION FORINCOMING OFFICE TENANT. ON THE SECOND FLOOR THECONNECTING DOOR WILL BE RE-ESTABLISHED TO THEBUILDING TO THE NORTH AS SHOWN. THIS WILL ALLOW FORADA ELEVATOR ACCESS TO THE 2ND FLOOR..PROPOSED WORK: REMOVE ALL EXISTING INTEIORPARTITIONS, CEILINGS, FINISHES, AND MECHANICALS.MAINTAIN EXISTIING PLUMBING ROUGH-IN. INSTALL NEWGLASS PARTITIONS AS REQUIRED. INSTALL ALL NEWFLOORING, PAINT, CEILING, LIGHTING, ELECTRICALDISTRIBUTION, PLUMBING, SPRINKLER, AND HVAC SYSTEMS.


Project ReportingThe project costs and implementation will be monitored internally throughout the development and construction processes. The sponsor’s goal is to keep the project on budget and on schedule. Future evaluation will include analysis of the economic impact through expenditures of the occupants in the downtown business district, participation in downtown public activities, and impact on pedestrian traffic.



Project DescriptionThis project will create four residential units in the rear of property, with the bottom two units fully ADA compliant. The project will also rebuild the façade of the building located at 37-39 Port Watson and improve the side alley to be an attractive well-lit walkway with plantings. The façade renovation will be designed to keep with the period of the structure and surrounding area.

Project Location/Address37-39 Port Watson Street

SponsorPaul Gallow


and to attract new businesses and residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the


Public SupportThe sponsor discussed the need for ADA-compliant and handicap-accessible housing options in the City of Cortland with the Cortland Housing Authority and Access to Independence. At this time there is little to no ADA compliant housing in the area. Not only will handicap accessible housing be created with this project, but the interiors will be designed to ADA specifications.

B-5 | Renovate 37-39 Port Watson Street Mixed Use Building and Create New Apartments

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Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)None.



Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe project will result in a durable long-term, good looking building that will sustain its usefulness for many more years, and possibly attract a new tenant downstairs and professional renters upstairs.

Future Use of StructureMixed-use

Project Budget$750,000 The remainder of funding is to be provided by the project sponsor.

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Studies show that there is a lack of handicapped accessible housing in Central New York. Landlords have said the lack of return on investment for handicapped accessible apartments discourages them from creating these types of rental units. With the help of the DRI funds, the Sponsor can build handicapped accessible rental units while improving his return on investment.

Regulatory Requirements• Site plan approval, zoning variance for building in back, and building permit• NYSDOT work permit may be required for any work performed within the side alley due to its proximity to State Route 13 (Church Street)

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design/Engineering Plans – 2 months;• Permits – 2 months;• Construction – 4 months.

Project ReportingProject costs will be monitored throughout the building process. Sponsor will provide information on leasing and wait lists for the accessible apartments.



Project DescriptionThe Lynne Parks ’68 SUNY Cortland Alumni House, including the adjacent Carriage House, is one of the city’s most iconic locations. Built by Charles Wickwire in 1912, this historic venue hosts hundreds of Alumni Association and College-sponsored events throughout the year, as well as weddings, holiday parties, business meetings and community gatherings. This project will renovate the SUNY Alumni Carriage House and create lodging space for visitors to the area. Renovations include creating a multi-purpose room on the first floor to be used as a college and community meeting space and installing new restrooms and a kitchenette. Second floor renovations include renovating and remodeling an existing apartment. Roof repairs are also proposed as part of this project.

Project Location/Address29 Tompkins Street

SponsorSUNY Cortland Alumni Association

Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to

attract new businesses and residents; • Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for

mixed use development including market rate housing;• Support and strengthen the local arts and culture community and attractions;• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions; and• Foster cultural venues, public events, sports events and recreational

opportunities.

B-6 | Preserve and Restore SUNY Alumni Carriage House

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Public SupportLetters of support were provided from the following community entities: Access to Independence, William Carpenter – Alderman of the 5th Ward of the City of Cortland, Cortland County Chamber of Commerce, Cortland Memorial Foundation, Hampton Inn, Innkeepers Association, YWCA Cortland, Isaf-Merkur Studio, Cortland County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, Philly C’s DJ Service, and the Cortland Flower Shop.




Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsWill provide lodging for visitors to the area and a venue to cook for large affairs at the Alumni House that will benefit local businesses such as florists, DJs, linen rentals, etc., while preserving a well-known historical structure.

Future Use of StructureThe updated structure will house meeting space, restrooms, lodging, and a kitchenette.

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Project Budget$300,000 - Sponsor will provide remaining $200,000 through affiliate donations.• Roof repairs - $69,404• General building upgrades and repairs - $210,296• Engineering costs - $20,300

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThe Lynne Parks ‘68 SUNY Cortland Alumni House has shown its commitment to growth of the local economy by investing nearly $108,000 in local catering companies and restaurants, local linen services, landscaping and snow removal local services, and local small businesses such as photographers, DJ services, tent rentals and more.The above totals are only reflective of invoices paid directly by the Parks Alumni House. The numbers do not reflect the significant level of business brought to the city by event hosts who arrange their own caterers, florists, photographers, etc., nor the increase in business created by the guests the facility hosts through its lodging services. The Carriage House renovation will bring an anticipated increase in business of 15-20% to the community.

Regulatory RequirementsBuilding permits

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessApril-May 2018: Submit RFP for contractor services;May – June 2018: Evaluate RFPs and select contractor;July – Dec 2018: Initiate phases of work*:• Phase I: Roof repair;• Phase II: 1st Floor remodel;• Phase III: 2nd Floor remodel;*Subject to change based on DRI funding schedule.

Project ReportingThe renovation/remodel work will be overseen by the Alumni House Buildings and Grounds Superintendent who is an employee of the Alumni Association. Currently, the Park Alumni House provides business and occupancy reports to the City of Cortland. As such, any increase in guests, visitors and events held at the Parks Alumni House will be recorded under this model.



Project DescriptionThis project will allow for the installation of floor-to-ceiling glass doors at BRIX, a popular downtown restaurant, to provide a connection between the interior and exterior seating areas. The new design would open up the existing brick wall and give the business an atmosphere that will increase business during a normal slower time and will enable BRIX to hire additional employees.

Project Location/Address58-60 Main Street

SponsorChris Calabro


residents; and• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations.

B-7 | Renovate the Façade at BRIX

Public Support The project is well supported by the public since BRIX is an established business. The project will enhance all of downtown with the façade improvement and the enjoyment of a new unique space that does not currently exist in Cortland. Current customers have had an overwhelmingly positive reaction to the proposed project. A post on social media describing the project was also received with overwhelming support. Market trends continue to show that these types of enhancements made at established businesses are visually appealing to consumers and foster curiosity that may result in potential new customers.

Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)2 full-time, 6 part-time

Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned (member of 91-101 Main LLC). The sponsor has an extensive successful resume of projects including 91-93 Main Street and 99-101 Main Street - both complete façade projects and interior build outs. The sponsor has also overseen several housing redevelopment projects at 64 Tompkins Street, 22 Owego Street, and 127 Tompkins Street, as well as Port Watson Commons, a 72 residential unit property. Most recently, the sponsor built a new building for Summit Bank and AT&T in Cortlandville.

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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe proposed improvements will enhance the esthetics of a corner building located in the heart of downtown Cortland. These improvements will attract more customers to the downtown and will help the business grow and create the need for new employees.

Future Use of StructureExisting restaurant tenant will remain.

Project Budget$159,800 - Sponsor will provide remaining $109,800. • Architect/Engineering/Permitting - $17,500• Demolition - $15,000• Structural - $16,800• Doors, windows, and roof modifications - $38,500• Entrance and exterior construction - $12,000• General interior construction (flooring, electrical, HVAC, etc.) -

$41,500• Misc. - $18,500

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThe proposed design enhancement to BRIX conforms to the current trend of indoor-outdoor dining in contemporary food and beverage establishments located in major cities all over the world. This proposal aligns with these trends, while preserving the beautiful historical district where it is located. The proposed design will certainly be an attraction that will bring in more business and attract more visitors downtown. The byproduct of the increase in sales at this establishment and others will be job creation and increased tax revenue.

Regulatory RequirementsBuilding permits and local Board approval (planning and historical)

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Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design/Architectural/Structural (5 weeks);• Planning and Historical Board Approvals (6 weeks);• Building Permit Approval (2 weeks);• Materials Doors/Hardware (6-8 weeks);• Commence construction on June 1, 2018 (4 weeks).

Project ReportingSponsor will provide comparable sales at Brix to calculate the impact of improvements.



Project DescriptionThe project is a 12,500 SF mixed use building consisting of residential apartments (2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors totaling 7,500 SF) and a 2,500 SF commercial storefront (1st floor with access to 2,500 SF basement). There are six (6) existing residential units that will be converted into nine (9) high-quality 2-bedroom units and targeted specifically to young professionals.The structure is in dire need of renovation, including the replacement of all of the windows which will provide significant energy efficiency in both the commercial and residential spaces. The sponsor also plans to shore up any imperfections in the structure as well as replace the retail window facade with energy efficient replacements. Without the structural repairs, none of the apartment conversions will be possible. The sponsor is committed to preserving the historical nature of the building.


SponsorSteve Wineburg

Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to attract new businesses

and residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development

including market rate housing.

Public SupportThe sponsor has public support for this project, as individuals and corporations have been actively looking for middle to upscale apartments in the downtown area. Currently most housing in the City of Cortland is either student housing or low income housing.

B-8 | Redevelop and Stabilize Harold (Keator) Block Mixed Use Building

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Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)Potential jobs created on a long-term basis will include 1-3 building managers and 4-6 potential employees in the commercial space over time.

Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned. The Sponsor intends to transfer the property to an LLC wholly owned by the Sponsor upon project approval. The sponsor has significant commercial real estate experience as an investor and lessor in many investment properties. Sponsor owns this property (107-111 Main Street) which has 6 units plus 1 commercial retail store front, as well as a year-round residential rental property on Little York Lake (1837 Mountainview Drive, Homer, NY 13077) which has consisted of 3 buildings and 6 apartments since 2001.


Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThis project is critical to the revitalization of the downtown district. This building location is visible to traffic both entering and leaving the downtown area and should be viewed as a cornerstone of any downtown initiative. This project is intended to renovate, update and secure the structure of one of the oldest non-changed buildings in

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downtown Cortland. The building is on one of the busiest corners in the county and the busiest corner in the district. This project will afford immediate economic benefits to the community from the construction financing and by up to 18 new young professional residents that will eat, shop, and spend disposable income. This property is a showplace property for downtown, and its overall appearance is a reflection of the economic and environmental health of the community.

Future Use of StructureMixed-use: First floor-continued use by lessee Bernards as commercial tenant; second, third, and fourth floor will house 9 residential luxury apartments.

Project Budget$424,429 – Sponsor will provide the remaining funds through pre-approved financing at NBT bank ($127,329)• General Conditions - $15,790• Demolition - $41,460• General construction (masonry, concrete, wood, plastic, furnishings) - $176,845• Roof - $48,000• Window restoration - $49,500• Contractor overhead/profit - $26,527• 20% Contingency - $66,317


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Feasibility and Cost JustificationEstimated annual rental income for the nine luxury apartments will be $108,000. The DRI funding will significantly reduce debt service and in turn will bring the return on investment to a reasonable number of years.

Regulatory RequirementsHistoric Preservation Committee, code enforcement, building permits, and SHPO approval

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design/Engineering Plans – 4 months;• Permits – 4 months;• Construction – 2 years, phased.

Project ReportingA professional project manager will be retained with full reporting anticipated to the DRI committee during construction. Reporting will include new employee hires as occurring, number of new tenants added as occurring, income strata of tenants reported with same, to occur on a quarterly basis.



Project DescriptionThe sponsor proposes to redevelop 2,000 SF of office/retail on the first floor and (4) 2-bedroom and (2) 1-bedroom housing units on the upper floors. The entire building is currently unoccupied. The 1st and 2nd floors were most recently used as office space. The 3rd floor is unusable in its current condition.• Interior Renovation: to include a new, stairwell, bathrooms, sprinkler system, interior finishes (flooring, ceiling,

paint, etc.), kitchens, and living space. Efforts will be made to preserve existing relevant historical finishes if discovered in the building.

• Mechanicals: Each space will include the installation of new high efficiency heating, air conditioning, and ventilating systems.

Project Location/Address29 Central Avenue



residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including

market rate housing.


Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)1st floor space can accommodate 10 employees.

B-9 | Create New Apartments at 29 Central Avenue

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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe project will convert a vacant historic building in the central business district into usable space. People working and living downtown may become customers of the surrounding businesses and restaurants. They may also become patrons of existing and future arts and entertainment initiatives, which will bolster the downtown community.



Future Use of StructureThis structure will be mixed-use. First floor will be retail/office space, with the tenant to be determined. The 6 apartment units will be made available to the general public.

Project Budget$300,000 - Sponsor to provide remainder of funds with private equity ($215,000). • Design/Permitting - $9,200• Demolition - $23,400• Windows – $4,200• HVAC – $25,200• Electrical - $28,300• Plumbing - $29,100• General Construction (masonry, carpentry, drywall, flooring, etc.) – $180,600

Feasibility and Cost JustificationA financial cost-benefit analysis indicates that the project is not feasible without DRI funds. The DRI funding will help offset debt service and without DRI funds the project would lose approximately $21,800 a year.

Regulatory RequirementsPlanning Board, Architectural Review Committee, building permit

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design Documents – 3 months;• Approvals/Permitting – 1-2 months;• Construction – 8 months.

Project ReportingThe project costs and implementation will be monitored internally throughout the development and construction processes with the goal to keep the project on budget and on schedule. Future evaluation will include an analysis of the economic impact through expenditures of the occupants in the downtown business district, participation in downtown public activities, and impact on pedestrian traffic.



Project DescriptionTo comply with the Cortland City fire code, the project will include the installation of a new water line from the street into the building, and the subsequent installation of sprinklers throughout the building. Once the sprinklers are installed, the sponsor can begin to construct apartments on the vacant second and third floors. The sponsor will also replace all windows on the second and third floors, as they are old single-pane windows and in very bad shape. This project also includes restoring the historical facade on the top of the building facing the street, which is in need of a major renovation.


SponsorMichael Niswender and Barry Warren


and to attract new businesses and residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the


Public SupportThere is a high level of support for more market-rate housing in downtown Cortland.

B-10 | Renovate Fiorentini Block for Mixed Use Retail and Residential Development

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Jobs Created (does not include construction jobs)None.

Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned.


Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsImproving water supply for existing sprinklers will allow for the creation of new market-rate apartments. This project will result in a financial boost to the local economy by providing more housing in downtown Cortland.

Future Use of StructureMixed-use: intended use is commercial for the ground floor and residential for the second and third floors

Project Budget$310,000 - Remaining fund will be provided by pre-approved financing from NBT Bank ($230,000).• Increase Water Line Size to Building -$ 25,000;• Sprinkler Upgrade - $ 25,000;• Window Upgrade $ 30,000;• Repair of Decorative Façade on Top of Building - $30,000;• Addition of Apartments on Second and Third Floors $ 200,000.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationOnce the sprinkler upgrades to the building are completed, the sponsor expects the Cortland City Code Department to approve additional apartments to be built in the building. This will result in providing more in-demand housing in downtown Cortland.

Regulatory RequirementsThe sponsor was recently granted approval at a meeting of the Historic Society to replace the windows with a more efficient type that will look more like the building’s original windows.Additional requirements include building permits, fire marshal approval, and code enforcement. Existing building


Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Engineering plans and approvals – 4 months;• Schedule time and ordering of materials for work to be done – 6 months;• Apartment construction – 12 months.

Project ReportingA build schedule will be formulated as soon as the grant is awarded. A spreadsheet will be updated on a regular basis to track project scheduling and costs. As this project is privately owned, the sponsor will be sending regular reports to the assigned state agency so they can keep track of the progress. The project will create a positive impact to downtown Cortland by enhancing the historical look to Main Street and providing additional residents to support downtown businesses.



Project DescriptionThis project is a mixed-use redevelopment project of a chronically vacant, deteriorating historical building that is a critical anchor to the south end of Main Street. Built in 1891, the upper floors of this building have been vacant since the early 1940s and are in dire need of significant structural repair. This project will create upscale, luxury, market-rate, loft style apartments on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors of the building, creating a total of nine (9) new apartments. This project will also include structural and aesthetic façade improvements. Upgrades to the first floor are not included in the scope of this proposed project.


SponsorSteve Franco and Jamie Yaman

Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to

attract new businesses and residents; and• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for

mixed use development including market rate housing.

Public SupportThere has been an abundance of positive feedback from business leaders and community members since this project became public. This building has been chronically vacant with deteriorating conditions on the 3rd and 4th floors and many did not seem to realize how beautiful this building actually is because the

B-11 | Renovate 83-85 Main Street for Mixed Use Development

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facade is currently without any color.The community has indicated that the rehabilitation of this building, which is one of the largest and most historically significant buildings in downtown, will create a critical, vibrant piece to this section of Main Street that is largely vacant. The proposed apartments are appealing to young professionals and seniors looking to downsize. Contractors and other developers that have looked at this building in the past have expressed that the sponsors are capable of addressing the complexity of this rehabilitation project.


Ownership of PropertySteve Franco and Jamie Yaman are currently under contract to purchase this property and are expected to close shortly. Both sponsors have a track record of successful development projects in the Cortland community, most notably Steve Franco’s $500,000 renovation of the “Blue Roof” building on Main Street that was completed in 2017.


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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThis building is a critical anchor to the south end of Main Street. Built in 1891, the upper floors of this building have been vacant since the early 1940s and are in very poor condition. This project will bring approximately 16 year-round residents to this building occupying the 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors, filling the need for market-rate housing in the downtown. These residents, who may likely work in the downtown district, will utilize other downtown services and bring life to a building that has been cold and dark for generations. These renovations will preserve a historically significant building on Main Street that may otherwise deteriorate past the point of no return.

Future Use of StructureMixed use - The first floor will be occupied by a commercial tenant, and the upper 3 floors are expected to be occupied by young professionals, families, or retirees living in the luxury market-rate apartments.

Project Budget$1,987,454 – Sponsors will provide the remaining funds through pre-approved financing at NBT bank ($1,487,454).• General Conditions - $82,296• Demolition - $104,328• Electrical - $155,000• HVAC - $115,000


• Plumbing - $100,000• Fire Suppression - $55,000• General construction (masonry, concrete, wood, plastic, furnishings)

- $1,375,830• 15% Contingency - $259,233

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThe cost of this project is due to the significant structural work that is needed on the upper floors of this building in order for them to be inhabited. Major structural issues include broken and cut floor joists, deficient support columns, deteriorated roof trusses, joists and beams, and miscellaneous deficiencies in the building envelope. The DRI funds will help reduce the sizable debt service that will be incurred in the efforts to restore this building to its original stable condition.

Regulatory RequirementsBuilding permits, Change in Occupancy permit

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design – 3 months;• Construction Documents – 3 months;• Bidding/Permitting – 1 month;

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• Construction – 7-8 months.

Project ReportingAs part of construction administration services, the architect will make regular project jobsite visits to monitor the project’s progress and adherence with the construction documents. These visits will include job meetings with the contractor, pertinent sub-contractors and an owner’s representative. Lease and waitlist information will be provided to analyze the need for additional housing in the downtown.



Project DescriptionThe project will serve Cortland County’s nearly 49,000 residents and increase visitation from the I-81 corridor. This currently vacant facility will provide a physical space for the ideation and commercialization of concepts into viable businesses. There will be retail spaces for four businesses on the first floor, eight co-working and startup offices on the second floor, and one entrepreneur in residency on the third floor. Programming will assist and enhance the proposed DRI Business and Building Grant Project and the City’s Micro-enterprise Grant program success rates. The local economic development team will help ensure that businesses are created that reflect the culture of the community with an emphasis on the creative economy and opportunities to address sales voids.DRI funds will be used for the final phase of the project (unfinanced portion) to complete the building’s first and second floor interior buildout along with the façade improvements.


SponsorCortland Downtown Partnership

B-12 | Complete the Creation of the Cortland Business Innovation Center

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Strategies• Invest in downtown destinations for residents, workers, and visitors, and to attract new businesses and residents;• Promote the adaptive reuse of underutilized buildings in the downtown for mixed use development including market rate housing;• Establish programs to grow small businesses and downtown retail;• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions; and • Increase opportunities to attract innovative and/or culturally based businesses and grow the local property tax base.

Public Support The project is supported by New York State priorities for job creation under the Business Incubator “Hot Spot” model and “StartUp NY” program. There is also strong interest from the business and local community with the project’s potential to address identified sales voids, fill available storefronts with viable retail businesses,


and enhance vacant or underutilized upper floors with creative spaces and/or live-work spaces. Community outreach efforts, including those during the DRI process, have yielded support for investment to support the deployment of start-up businesses. The project has been under development since 2011 with public support dating back to 2008.

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Ownership of PropertySponsor-owned.The project partners identified above are committed to a sustainable approach to improve the process for local business startups. The key partners represent a public private partnership that includes professionals working in the local business and government communities. The capacity of the group will allow the project to reach out to provide programming throughout the county’s downtown areas with emphasis on the Cortland DRI’s catchment area as a regional hub for commerce and culture.


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Anticipated Revitalization BenefitsThe project will have tremendous benefits for the downtown over the course of the short, middle and long term. The mixed-use building at 40 Main Street will create jobs to strengthen the cultural and commercial nature of downtown through the Cortland Business Innovation Center (CBIC) and promote downtown residency by adding a high-end living space. The CBIC will serve as downtown’s hub for commerce and culture connecting the Cortland Downtown Partnership and supporting local organizations, institutions and businesses with aspiring entrepreneurs. Programming at the building will be targeted primarily toward downtown economic development, but the project will also generate positive impacts for the economic, social, and environmental well-being of the entire county.

Future Use of Structure• 1st floor- Commercial space, designed for retail incubation;• 2nd floor- Commercial space, designed for a hybrid model of co-working and incubation space of creative businesses;• 3rd floor-Residential space designed for an entrepreneur in residence to support the 24/7 nature of the building’s programming.

Project Budget$2,200,000$1,716,000 funds already committed or invested - $500,000 Restore grant matched with $1,200,000 in funding The already financed phase of the project will begin in January 2018 and needs to be completed by May 2018 to meet NYMS deadlines. The scope of the financed work includes all efforts associated with brining online the third floor of the building.


DRI funds will be used for the final phase of the project (unfinanced portion) to complete the building’s first and second floors along with the façade improvements. Without DRI commitment the last phase of construction will not start and the building will not be able to be completed.

A cost estimate letter provided by Bellows Construction Specialties on December 28, 2017 indicates that there is $1,018,541 in remaining construction costs in the building that includes demolition, asbestos abatement, concrete, masonry, masonry restoration, steel, rough and finish carpentry, cabinets & casework, roofing, historical window repair, painting, doors & hardware, gypsum wallboard, flooring, glass & glazing, and specialties. This work should be sufficient to obtain a certificate of occupancy. This cost estimate includes some work that has already been financed and the portion of the project to which DRI funding would be applied.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThe Cortland Downtown Partnership is a membership driven 501(c) 3 organization that was incorporated on January 20th 2006 and is charged to enhance and promote the commercial and cultural offerings of Historic Downtown Cortland. An increased emphasis on retail creation is supported by the city’s 2016 Market Analysis. Findings have shown that significant economic opportunities exist through identified retail sales voids, as well as through the redevelopment of currently vacant or underutilized upper-floors, which will improve the creative economy.

Regulatory RequirementsAll local reviews, approvals and permits have been completed.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessAll reviews, approvals, permits and designs have been completed. The total construction duration for this phase of the project is estimated to be six months.

Project ReportingAll grant award requirements will be handled by the Cortland Downtown Partnership working closely with municipal and local economic development team partners.Quantitative and Qualitative data will be collected internally to measure performance and will be shared as required via the state’s reporting criteria.


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DRI Funding Request/Total Project Cost$5,089,248/$5,089,248

Project DescriptionCortland has had a one-way Main Street for the past 50 years. As part of its overall strategy to rethink and reimagine City transportation networks, the City commissioned a detailed study on the feasibility and impacts of redesigning the Main Street transportation network. This study was completed in early 2017 and focused on the traffic and economic impacts of changing traffic patterns. After meeting with local business owners to discuss various options for converting Main Street, the option presented herein was unanimously selected as the preferred option. This redesign integrates a two-way Main Street with back-in angle parking, pedestrian improvements including bump-outs and mid-block crosswalks, and other streetscape improvements. The overarching goal of the project is to increase traffic safety and accessibility to the downtown in order to support the vast array of commercial offerings along Main Street, while at the same time promoting walking as an alternate transportation option and further beautifying the downtown.

C-1 | Reimagine Main Street Infrastructure and Streetscape

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Project Location/AddressMain Street between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street


Strategies• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete streets to strengthen

connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting and accessible to all;

• Enact the two-way Main Street conversion to allow for better circulation in the downtown especially for those not familiar with the City, and enhance access to Main Street businesses;

• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations; and• Provide a connected, wireless downtown.

Public SupportThere is overwhelming public support for infrastructure improvements that create a safe and accessible walkable environment in the downtown. A meeting with a

Rendering of Main Street Infrastructure Improvements

significant number of downtown business and property owners produced unanimous support of a two-way street Main Street conversion with enhanced pedestrian amenities. This project has the support of the Cortland County Business Development Corporation, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism, the Cortland Downtown Partnership, and NYSDOT. Additionally, this project had the highest public support of all of the Priority Projects presented at the third Public Open House, as evidenced by the results of the distributed public input sheets.


Project PartnersThe proposed improvements are within the jurisdiction of government and will be financed by public funds. As such, they do not require formal approval by individual property owners. However, the City recognizes that to be successful a two-way Main Street needs public support – especially and most importantly from owners of businesses and buildings in the target area. Therefore, the City looks at these stakeholders as partners in this venture, which is why educating them and soliciting their support has been a priority. The City Council is also seen as a key partner as it represents the public at large. In addition to the general support of businesses, organizations representing them have also expressed support for this venture. Examples include the Cortland Building Development Center, Chamber of Commerce, Tourism and the Downtown Partnership as well as NYSDOT.

CapacityThe City has the necessary jurisdiction to implement and maintain this project.


Project Budget$5,089,248 Budget Breakdown:• Survey/Design - $848,208;• Water Supply/Drainage/Sanitary - $358,000;• Curb to Curb (road and bump-outs) - $464,000;• Road Striping/Markings - $5,000;• Intersections (signals/alignment) - $550,000;• Streetscape (behind curb- paving, trees, etc.) - $1,782,000;• General (erosion control, MPT, etc.) - $375,000;• Contingency - $706,840.

Funding SourcesThis project will be fully funded through the DRI with the possibility of obtaining additional state funds at a later date (amount unknown at this time).

Feasibility and Cost JustificationCities across the country are successfully reverting to two-way Main Streets with positive results. This project will help the City accomplish the goals cited above and stimulate economic development. Combined with proposed improvements to infrastructure, this project is anticipated to have a major positive impact on the overall revitalization effort.

This project has evolved through the DRI process into a more defined and expanded scope of work. During the scoping of the Main Street infrastructure and streetscape project it was brought to light that the infrastructure located underneath Main Street was past its useful life and in imminent need of replacement. It was determined that this replacement work should be included in the scope of the Main Street conversion and streetscape work

Historical (top) and current (bottom) images of Main Street

to eliminate the need to rip up the newly constructed roadway in the future. This work is essential to supporting the current private sector development investments and future private sector development investments along Main Street. The project budget breakdown includes all elements that were deemed important to the city including accessible walkways, bumpouts to reduce crossing distance across Main Street, and enhanced landscaping. This estimate also includes design costs and contingency, which were not considered in the original application.

Regulatory RequirementsCity Council approval

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTimeframe for implementation of this project may vary dramatically due to the outsourcing of the design work and some parts of the construction.• City Council approval - 2 months;• Requesting proposals from Engineering Firms and selecting a vendor - 2 months;• Design - 3 months;• Construction - 8 months.


Project ReportingProgress monitoring will be ongoing. Benefits can be measured by increased traffic economic activity and sales tax revenue.



Project DescriptionThis project comprises a build-out of backbone and “last mile” data delivery infrastructure. Infrastructure will include installation of fiber optic data lines, possibly with a combination of coaxial customer service drops to facilitate re-usage of large cable modem install base. The network will serve internet access at very high speed to both residential and commercial customers, while also supporting a public Wi-Fi network. Service costs will cover network maintenance, administration, and offset costs for expansion opportunities. The completed project will provide internet access with a speed high enough to attract major users of data services.

C-2 | Establish a State of the Art Downtown WI-FI System and City-Owned Cable for Internet Access

Project Location/AddressInitial rollout has two possible scopes. The first scope, addressing maximum potential customer density, will be along Main Street from Groton/Clinton Ave to Tompkins/Port Watson Street. The second phase will encompass a larger area (not a part of this project) and will expand to the east and west of Main St. to increase the user base.



and accessible to all; and• Provide a connected, wireless downtown.

Public SupportFeedback from the community to the Cable Commission indicates a desire and need for competition in the area of internet service. Concerns of residents and property owners regarding the future of broadband access also necessitate the City becoming more active in service provision.

Project OwnershipCity of Cortland, or a designated governance organization.


Project PartnersAssisting the City of Cortland: SUNY Cortland UPD IT, Chair of City’s Cable Commission (Eamon O’Shea), Finger Lakes Technology Group, Thoma Development (Rich Cunningham). Partners will also include current internet service providers (ISPs) interested in service provision on Main Street. Every building within the DRI boundary area is a potential customer.

CapacityThe city has managed several large Public Works projects including a $500,000 restoration of the Port Watson Public Parking lot and phase 1 of the reconstruction of the City’s Waste Water Treatment Plant at a cost $12.5 million dollars.

Project Budget$386,000• $40,000/mile (4 miles, $160,000); • Termination point work, $20,000; • Wireless headend, $80,000; • Portal, $12,000;• Outdoor Access Points, $44,000;• Access Point installation: $50,000 ($2,000 each);• Overhead/contingency, $20,000.

Funding SourcesThis phase of the project will be fully funded through the DRI. Potential future funding sources for future phases include – the FCC, Appalachian Regional Commission, and private investors/building owners.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationCurrently, ISPs typically combine projects in a piecemeal manner and work to provide service one structure at a time. Installing a trunk line that every building on Main Street could access will be a more efficient and effective method of providing broadband access. Having secure, high speed, cost efficient internet access will be attractive to businesses, residents, and visitors.


Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessThe initial phase will take place during the proposed infrastructure work on Main Street.

Project ReportingConstruction, testing and rollout benchmarks will be designated during the design phase. The City will actively work with current ISPs and property owners to establish a more efficient connection between customers and providers.



Project DescriptionThis initiative leverages the City’s existing pilot-scale vermicomposting project to include collection and composting of downtown Food Service Establishment (FSE) food waste. Vermicomposting differs from traditional windrow composting through its process, which occurs in trenches by the action of worms and requires no regular windrow turning. This results in much lower energy and labor requirements. This project includes the development of unified messaging materials for participating FSEs, which will help bolster downtown Cortland’s identity as eco-conscious and will help encourage more FSE’s to participate in the vermicomposting program. Messaging materials include window decals, flyers, and branded waste collection bins.

Project Location/AddressThis project will extend throughout DRI area. The City has identified 26 FSEs and 1 neighborhood grocery market within the DRI zone that could be potential

C-3 | Develop Marketing Materials for Collection and Vermicomposting of Food Service Establishment (FSE) Waste

Mockup of window decals touting participation in Cortland’s vermicomposting program

participants. Not all of these FSEs are likely to be viable candidates, but it is expected that 15 or more will be interested.


Strategies• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions; and• Encourage projects that reduce the City’s environmental footprint.


Public SupportThe City of Cortland’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) includes the goal of increasing the beneficial reuse of materials that will otherwise be landfilled. The CAP was developed over a considerable amount of time with the assistance of the Central NY Regional Planning and Development Board. The CAP then became the subject of public hearings and was finally approved by the Common Council. Additionally, the Environmental Advisory Committee was approached by the proprietor of a downtown restaurant expressing interest in this exact type of program.


Project PartnersLarsen Engineers, Organix Green, downtown FSEs, SUNY Cortland

CapacityOrganix Green Industries has been operating a Vermicycling Facility in the Town of Seneca Castle, NY for over 10 years. This has included food waste and lawn and yard debris. Larsen Engineers has provided consulting planning and engineering to Organix and other municipalities. Larsen has also undertaken Waste Stream Studies for the City of Auburn, colleges and industry. SUNY Cortland’s Institute for Civic Engagement has extensive experience in matching up students with worthwhile learning experiences in roles that benefit the local community.

Mockup of window decals touting participation in Cortland’s vermicomposting program

Project Budget$8,400• Project Development/design (Larsen Engineers) - $4,500• Waste Collection Bins - $3,400• Production of unified message materials - $500

Funding SourcesThe project will be fully funded through the DRI.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThis project will result in reduced waste disposal costs for food establishments and position downtown eateries as environmentally positive. This project will also improve “town/gown” relations through utilization of students in applied learning roles during development of the project.This project aligns with the City’s and County’s goals of reducing the amount of organic wastes entering the county landfill and promoting sustainability among downtown businesses and their patrons. Potential impact includes slight reduction in disposal costs and potential increase in patronage in response to publicity regarding sustainability.



Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Weeks 1-2: Planning, Waste Stream Analysis, Business Education; • Weeks 3-4: Program Design and Equipment Selection and Procurement;• Weeks 5-6: Education and Training; • Week 8: Kickoff with Chamber Luncheon.

Project ReportingLarsen Engineers, a designated food material hauler, and Organix will track volume of food scraps and paper collected from each food and grocery establishment. Questionnaires will be sent to FSEs regarding their perception of the program. SUNY students will perform street polling of downtown patrons to gauge their knowledge of and favorability toward the program.

Mockups of window decals touting participation in Cortland’s vermicomposting program



Project DescriptionCurrently, residents place their trash and recycling on the curb of Main Street sidewalks on the appropriate scheduled pick-up day, though businesses and restaurants are urged to use the dumpster corral located in the Groton Avenue parking lot. This project will eliminate residents, businesses and restaurants placing their trash and recycling on the sidewalks of Main Street, creating a more sanitary and aesthetically pleasing environment. To do this, a compacting dumpster unit will be installed at the Groton Avenue lot for all residents, businesses and restaurants to use. Installation of this unit will include building a cement pad with a 3-phase electric source and an enclosure. This project will also provide additional recycling containers along Main Street and a large recycling dumpster in the Groton Avenue lot for recycling from businesses.The project could potentially serve all residents and businesses located on Main Street, and will also benefit patrons who visit Main Street by ensuring more navigable and accessible sidewalks.

Project Location/AddressThe city will install the compacting dumpster unit at the location of the current garbage corral (Groton Ave parking lot).


Strategies• Create an identity that will appeal to current and future generations;• Increase collaboration between downtown and local institutions; and• Encourage projects that reduce the City’s environmental footprint.

Public SupportThis project has the support of Mayor Brian Tobin, the City’s Department of Public Works, the Cortland Downtown Partnership (which has a vested interest in removing trash and recycling from downtown sidewalks), and Bert Adams Disposal (the City’s current waste hauler).

C-4 | Improve Downtown Trash and Recycling Collection

Recycling bins currently deployed by the City of Cortland


This project aligns with the ideals of the Central New York REDC, as a more streamlined approach to disposing of trash and recycling will promote a cleaner and more efficient streetscape.


Project PartnersBert Adams Disposal, Cortland Downtown Partnership

CapacityThe City of Cortland Department of Public Works is always striving to make the City a cleaner and more efficient place to live. Recent examples include: placing six (6) recycling receptacles on Main Street and the total renovation to the Franklin Street Composting Site.

Project Budget$50,000• $25,000 - Compactor Unit;• $25,000 - Concrete pad, enclosure, and electrical needs.

Funding SourcesThe project will be fully funded through the DRI.

Feasibility and Cost JustificationThe cost benefit associated with the project is unknown at this time. No analysis has been completed and the management and monitoring of the unit has been discussed but not yet decided on at this time.

Regulatory RequirementsRequirements include financial review and approval by City of Cortland Common Council and legal review by Corporation Counsel.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project Readiness• Design pads, fencing and electric feeds – 1 month;• Construction – 1 month.

Project ReportingCity of Cortland DPW could provide data related to how much waste is typically generated in the downtown area and the costs associated with the tonnage being disposed of at the landfill by the current garbage and recycling collector.


DRI Funding Request/Total Project Cost$1,000,000/$12,000,000

Project DescriptionThis project can be briefly summarized as a complete streets-approach to improving upon the existing infrastructure. Elements of this project include on and off-street green stormwater management practices such as rain gardens, infiltration bump outs, and planting strips; defining the Gateway into the downtown; and encouraging alternative modes of transportation by implementing safer and better defined pedestrian and bike infrastructure.The primary goals established by the community from the Clinton Gateway initiative that apply to the portion located within the DRI boundary were:• Enhance a sense of community identity and ‘branding’;• Address bicycle and pedestrian comfort and safety;• Enhance economic development by directing visitors to the central business district;• Emphasize connections to the downtown district and SUNY Cortland;• Encourage investment in improvements to private properties;• Promote the city as aspirational and forward-looking;• Provide innovative and architecturally interesting design solutions that reference Cortland’s unique character.The City intends to complete the following work with DRI funds within the delineated boundary:• Replacement of the iron pipe water main between Main Street and the intersection of Main, Church, Greenbush

& Elm Streets;• Replacement of the Sanitary Sewer Main between Main Street and the intersection of Main, Clinton,

Greenbush & Elm Streets. An engineering assessment funded by an EFC Technical Assistance Grant (CFA #37145) concluded that the sanitary system within the DRI boundary “appears to be at the end of its useful life.”

• Rebuilding sewer manholes serving the Clinton Ave sewer main within the DRI Boundary. The engineering assessment of October 31, 2014 found that all manholes in the DRI boundary area were constructed as part of the original construction (1927) of the Clinton Avenue sewer main.

• Pedestrian and bicycle improvements are also included in this project.

Project Location/AddressClinton Avenue between Main Street and the intersection of Main, Church, Greenbush & Elm Streets


C-5 | Enhance Clinton Avenue Gateway


Schematic renderings of Clinton Avenue improvements

Strategies• Create strong gateways, wayfinding and complete

streets to strengthen connections between destinations and amenities and to make the downtown inviting and accessible to all.

Public SupportThe concept of redeveloping Clinton Avenue began in 2009 as part of the revisions and updating to the City’s Comprehensive Plan. In 2012 the City and Seven Valley’s Heath Coalition partnered in funding a $30,000 conceptual design initiative. In August of 2012 a steering committee was established to solicit proposals from qualified firms to undertake a thorough process which sought to engage the community in the conceptual design. A final public open house meeting was held in February 2013 to present the plans to the public and receive additional feedback. The community overwhelmingly supported the Clinton Avenue project.


Project PartnersThe NYS DEC awarded $2,000,000 through the 2017 CFA process (CFA# 73697) for construction of a Pedestrian/Bicycle pathway connection between SUNY-Cortland campus and Yaman Park. This pathway transects Clinton Avenue within the DRI boundary. Clinton Avenue is a NYS Roadway and therefore subject to NYSDOT approvals.


Capacity• In the mid 1980’s the City rehabilitated the streetscape of Main Street between Clinton Avenue and Port Watson Street;• The City’s Department of Public Works engages in an annual program to replace water, sewer and storm water infrastructure as funding permits. In 2003 the

City funded the $1 million Sewer Rehabilitation and Replacement Storm Water Drainage Improvement initiative;• In 2016 the City’s Department of Public Works undertook and successfully completed the restoration of the Port Watson Public Parking lot to enhance the quality

of parking in support of activities at the new downtown center of the Cortland Repertory Theatre at a cost exceeding $500,000;• The City has recently completed phase 1 of the reconstruction of the City’s Waste Water Treatment Plant at a cost $12.5 million dollars and is currently engaged

in phase 2 at an addition cost of $4.1 million dollars.

Project Budget$12,000,000

Funding SourcesNearly $11,000,000 in funding has been secured.

Grant Loan Match TotalDOT - TEP $680,000.00 $136,000.00 $816,000.00EFC - GIGP $837,374.00 $191,779.00 $1,029,153.00EFC - CWSRF $995,725.00 $2,987,175.00 $3,982,900.00HCR - CDGB $750,000.00 $750,000.00DOS - LWRP $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $1,000,000.00EFC - ICG $875,000.00 $875,000.00DEC - CSC $2,000,000.00 $2,000,000.00TOTAL $6,638,099.00 $2,987,175.00 $827,779.00 $10,453,053.00

The city has legislation pending before the State General Assembly (S-5861-B & A-7852-B) to permit the City to raise funding for capital projects through the imposition of a local occupancy tax. If this legislation passes, the project budget and scope may expand.

Feasibility and Cost Justification• The water, sanitary and storm water infrastructure beneath Clinton Avenue within the DRI boundary was constructed prior to 1927 and except for limited

replacement remains as originally constructed. Now well beyond their intended lives, the systems existing within the DRI boundary have either failed or are failing. The system’s current conditions and declining capacities will not support the extensive rehabilitation and usage of the downtown core envisioned in the DRI Investment Plan.

• Reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Clinton Avenue utility infrastructure and surface streetscape and construction of the pedestrian and bicycle pathway transacting the DRI boundary will significantly improve the environmental health and safety of the entire DRI boundary area and projects located within. Improvements to Clinton Avenue within the footprint of the DRI boundary will assist with creating a complete street on the full length of Clinton Avenue that reduces traffic speeds and accidents, improves storm water quality and management techniques, provides an enhanced pedestrian realm that encourages more


pedestrian movement, and promotes bicycle usage as an alternative transportation mode.

Regulatory RequirementsConstruction permits will be required of NYS DOT, and NYS DEC based upon final approved engineering plans.

Timeframe for Implementation and Project ReadinessTwo-year construction timeline commencing in Spring 2019. Conceptual design of the entire project has been completed. Preliminary Engineering and design drawings on the sewer, water and stormwater infrastructure elements have been submitted to the NYS DOT and Environmental Facility Corp. for review and comment.

Project ReportingThe City will issue an RFP for Construction Management Services.


Project Number Project Name Project Description Responsible

Party

Estimated Total Project

Cost

DRI Funding Request

Funding Sources

Proposed Start Date

Anticipated Completion

Date

Jobs Created

C-5 Enhance Clinton Avenue Gateway

Work in the DRI area includes sanitary sewer main replacement, water main replacement, rebuilding sewer manholes, and pedestrian and bicycle improvements.

City of Cortland $12,000,000 $1,000,000

DRI, Other State Funds

SecuredJanuary 2019 March 2021 0

C-1

Reimagine Main Street Infrastructure and Streetscape

Increase traffic safety and accessibility to the downtown in order to support the vast array of commercial offerings along Main Street, while at the same time promoting walking as an alternate transportation option and further beautifying the downtown. Includes water, drainage, and sanitary infrastructure improvements.

City of Cortland $5,089,248 $5,089,248 DRI January 2019 June 2020 0

B-12

Complete Creation of the Cortland Business Innovation Center

Retail spaces for four businesses on the first floor, eight co-working and startup offices on the second floor and one entrepreneur in residency on the third floor.

Cortland Downtown Partnership

$2,200,000 $484,000

DRI, Restore Grant and other funds

already obtained

January 2019 June 2019 25

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Party


Cost

DRI Funding Request

Funding Sources

Proposed Start Date


Date

Jobs Created

B-11

Renovate 83-85 Main Street for Mixed Use Development

Historical rehab including mitigation of structural issues and creation of nine new apartments.

Steve Franco

and Jamie Yaman

$1,987,454 $500,000 DRI, Private Equity January 2019 March 2020 0

A-4

Renovate a Historical Downtown Building for a Multi-Use Entertainment Facility

Multi-use entertainment facility with bowling lanes, live performance space, audio/visual recording studio, rooftop park.

Chris Merkley $1,421,550 $975,000 DRI, Private

Equity January 2019 February 2020 25

B-1

Create a Building, Business, and Alternative Energy Loan/Grant Fund to Assist Building Owners and Business Startups in the City of Cortland

Building and business loan/grant fund to assist building owners and business startups. The fund may also support alternative energy installations.

City of Cortland $1,300,000 $600,000

DRI, NYSERDA

and federal solar rebates

January 2019 Ongoing 0

B-3

Renovate 13-15 Central Avenue to Create New Office Space

Creation of 9,000 SF office space.

McNeil Development

Company, LLC$760,000 $325,000 DRI, Private

Equity January 2019 March 2020 27

B-5

Renovate 37-39 Port Watson Street Mixed Use Building and Create New Apartments

Create four new apartments, including two that are fully accessible, façade improvements.

Paul Gallow $750,000 $300,000 DRI, Private Equity January 2019 August 2019 0

A-7

Establish Vine Health and Fitness – A State of the Art Gym Located Downtown

A 5,000 square foot wellness center with state-of-the-art exercise equipment and amenities.

Janine Franco $702,720 $350,000 DRI, Private

Equity January 2019 July 2019 2



Party


Cost

DRI Funding Request

Funding Sources

Proposed Start Date


Date

Jobs Created

B-4Create new Apartments at 73 Main Street

Create two new apartments and redevelop 4,000 SF retail/office space.

McNeil Development

Company, LLC

$540,000 $220,000 DRI, Private Equity January 2019 February 2020 0

A-2

Renovate Courthouse Park Including a Mobile Stage for Performing Art

Aesthetic improvements to Courthouse Park including a new performing arts stage with state-of-the-art amenities and a new fountain at the park entrance.

City of Cortland $443,750 $443,750 DRI October 2018 June 2019 0

B-8

Redevelop and Stabilize Harold (Keator) Block Mixed Use Building

Create three new apartments and stabilize the structure. Building is on National Register.

Steve Wineburg $424,429 $297,100 DRI, Private

Equity January 2019 March 2021 5-9 FT

C-2

Establish a State of the Art Downtown Wi-Fi System and City-Owned Cable for Internet Access

Buildout of backbone and “last mile” data delivery infrastructure. The network would serve internet access at very high speed to both residential and commercial customers, while also supporting a public Wi-Fi network.

City of Cortland $386,000 $386,000 DRI January 2019 June 2020 0

B-10

Renovate Fiorentini Block for Mixed Use Retail and Residential Development

Project will include a new water line to be installed from the street to provide sprinklers throughout the entire building so that new apartments can be built on the upper floors.

Michael Niswender and Barry

Warren

$310,000 $80,000 DRI, Private Equity January 2019 October 2020 0



Party


Cost

DRI Funding Request

Funding Sources

Proposed Start Date


Date

Jobs Created

B-9Create new Apartments at 29 Central Avenue

Create six new apartments and renovate 2,000 SF office/retail space.

McNeil Development

Company, LLC

$300,000 $85,000 DRI, Private Equity January 2019 February 2020 10

B-6

Preserve and Restore SUNY Alumni Carriage House

This project will preserve and repurpose a structure that is vital to the historical restoration of our community.

SUNY Cortland Alumni

Association

$300,000 $100,000 DRI, SUNY Alumni Funds January 2019 August 2019 0

A-3Create a Downtown Pocket Park

New downtown pocket park on vacant property with landscaping, seating, and art installations.

City of Cortland $280,000 $250,000 DRI January 2019 July 2020 0

A-1Establish the Crown City Artworks Project

Public art installations throughout the DRI area to enhance the appeal and attractiveness of these spaces and draw attention to art as an integral component of downtown revitalization.

City of Cortland $200,000 $200,000 DRI January 2019 March 2020 0

B-7 Renovate the Façade at BRIX

Installation of floor-to-ceiling glass doors at BRIX to provide a connection between the interior and exterior seating areas.

Chris Calabro $159,800 $50,000 DRI, Private

Equity January 2019 June 2019 2 FT, 6 PT



Party


Cost

DRI Funding Request

Funding Sources

Proposed Start Date


Date

Jobs Created

B-2

Establish the SUNY Cortland Institute of Applied Geospatial and Drone Technology

The Institute for Geospatial and Drone Technology will be a resource for entrepreneurs, startup companies, Central New York and the Cortland community.

SUNY Cortland $150,000 $100,000

DRI, SUNY Cortland

FundsJanuary 2019 October 2019 1

A-5

Enhance Gateway to Main Street Through Streetscape Improvements and Creation of a Pocket Park

Streetscape improvements on North Main Street and Clinton Avenue and creation of pocket park with mural.

David Yaman $115,350 $71,750 DRI, Private

Equity April 2019 May 2019 0

A-6

Create Cortland’s First Community Bike Share in the Downtown

Free community bike share program run from the City Library.

Seven Valleys Health

Coalition

$70,805 $35,402 DRI, SVHC Funds January 2019 May 2019 2 PT

C-4

Improve Downtown Trash and Recycling Operations

A compacting dumpster unit would be installed at the Groton Avenue parking lot for all residents, businesses and restaurants on Main Street to use.


C-3

Develop Marketing Materials for Collection and Vermicomposting of Food Service Establishment (FSE) Waste

Development of unified messaging materials for participating FSEs will help bolster downtown Cortland’s identity as an eco-conscious city.

