# 09-16-2026 Committee Of The Whole Meeting Session B

The City of Ithaca Committee of the Whole Meeting on September 16, 2026, covered a broad range of topics including public comments on housing, zoning, and parking concerns. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $560,000 increase to a $2.285 million capital improvement project for the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Facility, funded through a low-interest loan. The city controller reported on plans to pay down $12.6 million in bond debt in 2027, exceeding scheduled payments by $7.3 million, and ongoing efforts to clean up capital project ledgers. The meeting also addressed the 2027 Sidewalk Program budget of approximately $1.156 million, with $792,000 allocated for construction across various city districts, focusing on repairs and ADA compliance. Additionally, the council discussed proposed increases to parking fines to improve safety and compliance, with specific fines potentially rising from $15-$50 to $35-$150 depending on the violation. A resolution was passed to establish a special committee on governance reform to study the city’s government structure and roles, including the mayor and city manager. The council debated a local law proposing a cost-of-living adjustment for elected city officers, particularly the mayor’s salary, with amendments to tie compensation to the living wage and to revisit the salary after the governance committee’s recommendations. The meeting concluded with plans to advance these items to public hearings and future council votes.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [09-16-2026 Committee Of The Whole Meeting Session B](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W12il3hH_cE) - City of Ithaca Public Meetings