ITHACA, NY Fourth Ward Alderperson Stephen Smith announced his immediate resignation from Common Council on August 8. Smith resigned for personal reasons as he and his family prepare to
ITHACA, NY Due to the increased number of COVID infections in Tompkins County, the City of Ithaca is taking additional safety measures to reduce risk during Common Council meetings. Â The audience seating in Common Council Chambers will be reconfigured to allow for appropriate social distancing, which will result in a reduction of available seating. Â
In order to accommodate as many people as possible, the option for people to participate in the public comment portion of the meeting remotely will be reinstated. Remote speakers will be called upon after the speakers in attendance at the meeting. Â The option is also being offered to presenters and those directly associated with items on the agenda, including staff members.Â