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PHONE: 315.435.3770 FAX: 315.435.3669 ONGOVED.COM Annual Meeting Agenda March 9, 2021 8:05 AM Call to Order
Agency Action Requested: A Resolution by the Board accepting the Annual Report of the Governance Committee.
Representative: Nancy Lowery, Secretary, OCIDA
Agency Action Requested: A Resolution approving the 2020 Annual Report of the Corporation Representative: Nancy Lowery, Secretary, OCIDA
M&T Bank Agency Action Requested: A Resolution by the Board authorizing accounts and signature authority to Robert M. Petrovich, Nate Stevens, Patrick Hogan and Janice Herzog. Representative: Nate Stevens, Treasurer, OCIDA Adjourn
PHONE: 315.435.3770 FAX: 315.435.3669 ONGOVED.COM Annual Meeting Agenda March 9, 2021 8:05 AM Call to Order
Agency Action Requested: A Resolution by the Board accepting the Annual Report of the Governance Committee.
Representative: Nancy Lowery, Secretary, OCIDA
Agency Action Requested: A Resolution approving the 2020 Annual Report of the Corporation Representative: Nancy Lowery, Secretary, OCIDA
M&T Bank Agency Action Requested: A Resolution by the Board authorizing accounts and signature authority to Robert M. Petrovich, Nate Stevens, Patrick Hogan and Janice Herzog. Representative: Nate Stevens, Treasurer, OCIDA Adjourn
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Annual Meeting Minutes March 17, 2020 The annual meeting of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency was held on Tuesday, March 12, 2020 at the 333 West Washington Street, Syracuse, New York in the large conference room on the first floor.
Chairperson Patrick Hogan called the meeting to order at 8:11 am with the following:
PRESENT:
Patrick Hogan Fanny Villarreal
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Annual Meeting Minutes March 17, 2020 The annual meeting of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency was held on Tuesday, March 12, 2020 at the 333 West Washington Street, Syracuse, New York in the large conference room on the first floor.
Chairperson Patrick Hogan called the meeting to order at 8:11 am with the following:
PRESENT:
Patrick Hogan Fanny Villarreal
Janice Herzog Steve Morgan Susan Stanczyk Kevin Ryan
ABSENT:
Victor Ianno
ALSO PRESENT:
Robert Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Karen Doster, Recording Secretary, Agency Mike Lisson, Grossman St Amour PLLC
Janice Herzog Steve Morgan Susan Stanczyk Kevin Ryan
ABSENT:
Victor Ianno
ALSO PRESENT:
Robert Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Karen Doster, Recording Secretary, Agency Mike Lisson, Grossman St Amour PLLC
Jeff Davis Barclay Damon Law Firm Amanda Mirabito, Barclay Damon Law Firm Paul Reichel, Bond Schoeneck & King Brian Gerling, Bond Schoeneck & King Angela Orlandella, Barclay Damon Law Firm Melissa Clark, Abundant Solar Power (SK1) Chris Carrick, Abundant Solar Power (SK1) Angela Orlandella, Barclay Damon Law Firm Joe Ranalli, Tessy Plastics Corporation APPROVAL OF ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES – MARCH 12, 2019 Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board approved the minutes of the March 12, 2019 annual meeting. Motion was carried.
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Jeff Davis Barclay Damon Law Firm Amanda Mirabito, Barclay Damon Law Firm Paul Reichel, Bond Schoeneck & King Brian Gerling, Bond Schoeneck & King Angela Orlandella, Barclay Damon Law Firm Melissa Clark, Abundant Solar Power (SK1) Chris Carrick, Abundant Solar Power (SK1) Angela Orlandella, Barclay Damon Law Firm Joe Ranalli, Tessy Plastics Corporation APPROVAL OF ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES – MARCH 12, 2019 Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board approved the minutes of the March 12, 2019 annual meeting. Motion was carried.
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Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing Patrick Hogan as Chair, Janice Herzog as Vice Chair, Robert M. Petrovich as Executive Director, Nancy Lowery as Secretary, Nate Stevens as Treasurer, Karen Doster as Recording Secretary, Christopher Cox as Assistant Treasurer, Robert M. Petrovich as Freedom of Information Act Officer, Patrick Hogan as Freedom of Information Act Appeals Officer and Robert M. Petrovich as State Finance Law Contract (Procurement) Officer. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing Patrick Hogan as Chair, Janice Herzog as Vice Chair, Robert M. Petrovich as Executive Director, Nancy Lowery as Secretary, Nate Stevens as Treasurer, Karen Doster as Recording Secretary, Christopher Cox as Assistant Treasurer, Robert M. Petrovich as Freedom of Information Act Officer, Patrick Hogan as Freedom of Information Act Appeals Officer and Robert M. Petrovich as State Finance Law Contract (Procurement) Officer. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution accepting the Governance Committee Report. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution accepting the Governance Committee Report. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Steve Morgan, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution accepting the 2019 Annual Report. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Steve Morgan, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution accepting the 2019 Annual Report. Motion was carried.
Nancy Lowery stated there were no projects to review.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution acknowledging no projects were induced that have not progressed. Motion was carried.
Nancy Lowery stated there were no projects to review.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution acknowledging no projects were induced that have not progressed. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing for one year Barclay Damon, LLP as Agency Counsel; appointing for one year Bond, 2 Schoeneck & King; Harris Beach, Nixon Peabody and Wood & Smith as Special Counsel; appointing for one year Grossman St. Amour PLLC as its Auditor. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing the accounts and signature authority to Robert M. Petrovich, Nate Stevens, Patrick Hogan and Janice Herzog at M & T Bank. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board adjourned the meeting at 8:17 am. Motion was carried.
____________________________________ Nancy Lowery, Secretary 3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Governance Committee Annual Report
Committee Members & Staff Kevin Ryan, Committee Chair Fanny Villarreal, Board Chair Pat Hogan, Board Chair
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing for one year Barclay Damon, LLP as Agency Counsel; appointing for one year Bond, 2 Schoeneck & King; Harris Beach, Nixon Peabody and Wood & Smith as Special Counsel; appointing for one year Grossman St. Amour PLLC as its Auditor. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Susan Stanczyk, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing the accounts and signature authority to Robert M. Petrovich, Nate Stevens, Patrick Hogan and Janice Herzog at M & T Bank. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Steve Morgan, the OCIDA Board adjourned the meeting at 8:17 am. Motion was carried.
____________________________________ Nancy Lowery, Secretary 3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Governance Committee Annual Report
Committee Members & Staff Kevin Ryan, Committee Chair Fanny Villarreal, Board Chair Pat Hogan, Board Chair Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Purpose of the Committee The purpose of the Governance Committee is to keep members informed of current best governance practices, to review corporate governance trends, to update the Agency’s corporate governance practices and principals, and to advise on the skills and experience required of potential Agency members. Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Purpose of the Committee The purpose of the Governance Committee is to keep members informed of current best governance practices, to review corporate governance trends, to update the Agency’s corporate governance practices and principals, and to advise on the skills and experience required of potential Agency members.
August 11, 2020 September 15, 2020 October 13, 2020 Fiscal Year 2020
The Committee conducted a self-evaluation at its October 13, 2020 meeting. It found 0 issues. The Governance Committee will present its self-evaluation to the full Board at the Agency’s Annual Meeting, tentatively scheduled for March 9, 2021.
The Committee reviewed the Governance, Audit, and Finance Committee charters on October 13, 2020. It found 0 issues with the charters. The Committee will present its findings to the Agency Board at the Agency’s Annual Meeting, tentatively scheduled for March 9, 2021
At the August 11, 2020 meeting of the Committee, the Committee reviewed its Uniform Tax Exemption Policy (UTEP), Bylaws and Procurement Policy. As a result of discussion with staff and as a result of community outreach the UTEP was changed on September 15, 2020.
At the October 13, 2020 meeting of the Committee, it completed its annual review of Board, Committee and Staff self-evaluations, Committee Charters as well as the 2020 Committee annual report. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Annual Report
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency 333 W. Washington Street, Suite 130 Syracuse, NY 13202
August 11, 2020 September 15, 2020 October 13, 2020 Fiscal Year 2020
The Committee conducted a self-evaluation at its October 13, 2020 meeting. It found 0 issues. The Governance Committee will present its self-evaluation to the full Board at the Agency’s Annual Meeting, tentatively scheduled for March 9, 2021.
The Committee reviewed the Governance, Audit, and Finance Committee charters on October 13, 2020. It found 0 issues with the charters. The Committee will present its findings to the Agency Board at the Agency’s Annual Meeting, tentatively scheduled for March 9, 2021
At the August 11, 2020 meeting of the Committee, the Committee reviewed its Uniform Tax Exemption Policy (UTEP), Bylaws and Procurement Policy. As a result of discussion with staff and as a result of community outreach the UTEP was changed on September 15, 2020.
At the October 13, 2020 meeting of the Committee, it completed its annual review of Board, Committee and Staff self-evaluations, Committee Charters as well as the 2020 Committee annual report. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Annual Report
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency 333 W. Washington Street, Suite 130 Syracuse, NY 13202
Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director robertpetrovich@ongov.net www.ongoved.com Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director robertpetrovich@ongov.net www.ongoved.com
Board Members 1 Officers & Staff 2 Committees & Members 3 Board Meeting and Attendance 4
Organizational Chart 5 Mission, Purpose & Description 6 Statutory Basis 6 Subsidiaries 7
Program Incentives 8 Accomplishments 9 Assessment of Internal Controls 9 Material Changes to Operations & Programs 10
Straight Lease Transactions 10 Closed Straight Lease Transactions 10 Straight Lease Transactions - In Progress 11 Bond Projects Tax Exempt Bonds 11 Taxable Bonds 11 Employee Productivity Program Awarded 12 Paid 12
Revenue & Expense Summary 12 Asset & Liability Summary 12 Operating and Financial Risk
A - Board Biographies 16 B - Board & Committee Self-Evaluation 18 C - By-Laws 23 D - Code of Ethics 29 E - Performance Goals 31 F - Internal Controls Report 33 G - Four-Year Financial Plan 36 H - Pending Litigation 37
Board Members 1 Officers & Staff 2 Committees & Members 3 Board Meeting and Attendance 4
Organizational Chart 5 Mission, Purpose & Description 6 Statutory Basis 6 Subsidiaries 7
Program Incentives 8 Accomplishments 9 Assessment of Internal Controls 9 Material Changes to Operations & Programs 10
Straight Lease Transactions 10 Closed Straight Lease Transactions 10 Straight Lease Transactions - In Progress 11 Bond Projects Tax Exempt Bonds 11 Taxable Bonds 11 Employee Productivity Program Awarded 12 Paid 12
Revenue & Expense Summary 12 Asset & Liability Summary 12 Operating and Financial Risk
A - Board Biographies 16 B - Board & Committee Self-Evaluation 18 C - By-Laws 23 D - Code of Ethics 29 E - Performance Goals 31 F - Internal Controls Report 33 G - Four-Year Financial Plan 36 H - Pending Litigation 37
Names and Terms Patrick Hogan, Chair (February 2012 - present) Janice Herzog, Vice Chair (February 2013 - present) Victor Ianno (February 2012 - Present) Steve Morgan (September 2014 - Present) Susan Stanczyk (December 2015 – Present) Kevin Ryan (June 2016 – Present) Fanny Villarreal (August 2016 - present) 1 The Board Members of the OCIDA are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Onondaga County Legislature 1
Names and Terms Patrick Hogan, Chair (February 2012 - present) Janice Herzog, Vice Chair (February 2013 - present) Victor Ianno (February 2012 - Present) Steve Morgan (September 2014 - Present) Susan Stanczyk (December 2015 – Present) Kevin Ryan (June 2016 – Present) Fanny Villarreal (August 2016 - present) 1 The Board Members of the OCIDA are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Onondaga County Legislature 1
Officers & Staff Robert M. Petrovich Executive Director Nate Stevens Treasurer Nancy Lowery Secretary Karen Doster Recording Secretary Christopher Cox Assistant Treasurer Agency Counsel Barclay Damon LLP Agency Auditor Grossman St. Amour Certified Public Accountants PLLC 2
Officers & Staff Robert M. Petrovich Executive Director Nate Stevens Treasurer Nancy Lowery Secretary Karen Doster Recording Secretary Christopher Cox Assistant Treasurer Agency Counsel Barclay Damon LLP Agency Auditor Grossman St. Amour Certified Public Accountants PLLC 2
Audit Committee Janice Herzog - Chair Sue Stanczyk Patrick Hogan Finance Committee Victor Ianno - Chair Steve Morgan Patrick Hogan Governance Committee Kevin Ryan - Chair Fanny Villarreal Patrick Hogan 3
Audit Committee Janice Herzog - Chair Sue Stanczyk Patrick Hogan Finance Committee Victor Ianno - Chair Steve Morgan Patrick Hogan Governance Committee Kevin Ryan - Chair Fanny Villarreal Patrick Hogan 3
January February March April May June July August 5 Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Stanczyk Ianno Morgan Morgan Morgan Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Morgan Ryan Villarreal Stanczyk Morgan Morgan Stanczyk Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Ryan Ryan Villarreal Ryan Ryan Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal August Sept 15 Sept 22 October November December 11 Herzog Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Ianno Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Morgan Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Stanczyk Morgan Morgan Morgan Morgan Morgan Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Villarreal Ryan Ryan Ryan Ryan Ryan Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal
January February March April May June July August 5 Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Stanczyk Ianno Morgan Morgan Morgan Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Morgan Ryan Villarreal Stanczyk Morgan Morgan Stanczyk Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Ryan Ryan Villarreal Ryan Ryan Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal August Sept 15 Sept 22 October November December 11 Herzog Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Hogan Ianno Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Herzog Morgan Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Ianno Stanczyk Morgan Morgan Morgan Morgan Morgan Ryan Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Stanczyk Villarreal Ryan Ryan Ryan Ryan Ryan Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal Villarreal Compensation Schedule For those who make over $100,000 including biographical information None Board Biographies
Board & Committee Evaluations
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Board & Committee Evaluations
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IDA Board Freedom of Information Freedom of Information Officer Appeals Officer Robert M. Petrovich Patrick Hogan Board Chair Committees Officers Patrick Hogan Finance Audit Board Vice Chair Executive Director Governance Committee Committee Committee Janice Herzog Robert Petrovich Chair Chair Chair Secretary Treasurer Victor Ianno Kevin Ryan Janice Herzog Nancy Lowery Nate Stevens
IDA Board Freedom of Information Freedom of Information Officer Appeals Officer Robert M. Petrovich Patrick Hogan Board Chair Committees Officers Patrick Hogan Finance Audit Board Vice Chair Executive Director Governance Committee Committee Committee Janice Herzog Robert Petrovich Chair Chair Chair Secretary Treasurer Victor Ianno Kevin Ryan Janice Herzog Nancy Lowery Nate Stevens Steve Morgan Fanny Villarreal Susan Stanczyk Recording Secretary Assistant Treasurer Patrick Hogan Patrick Hogan Patrick Hogan Karen Doster Christopher Cox 5 Steve Morgan Fanny Villarreal Susan Stanczyk Recording Secretary Assistant Treasurer Patrick Hogan Patrick Hogan Patrick Hogan Karen Doster Christopher Cox 5
To stimulate economic development, growth, and general prosperity for the people of Onondaga County by using available incentives, rights and powers in an efficient and cooperative manner.
To stimulate economic development, growth, and general prosperity for the people of Onondaga County by using available incentives, rights and powers in an efficient and cooperative manner.
The Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (“the Agency”) is a public benefit corporation of the State of New York created in 1970 pursuant to Article 18-A of the General Municipal Law. Industrial Development Agencies are authorized to advance the job opportunities, health, general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the State of New York and improve their recreation opportunities, prosperity and standard of living. Agencies promote, develop, encourage, and assist in the acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, improving, maintaining, equipping and furnishing of industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, commercial, research, recreational, education, cultural, railroad, and horse racing facilities.
The Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (“the Agency”) is a public benefit corporation of the State of New York created in 1970 pursuant to Article 18-A of the General Municipal Law. Industrial Development Agencies are authorized to advance the job opportunities, health, general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the State of New York and improve their recreation opportunities, prosperity and standard of living. Agencies promote, develop, encourage, and assist in the acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, improving, maintaining, equipping and furnishing of industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, commercial, research, recreational, education, cultural, railroad, and horse racing facilities.
§ 895. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency. 1. For the benefit of the County of Onondaga and the inhabitants thereof, an industrial development agency, to be known as the ONONDAGA COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, is hereby established for the accomplishment of any or all of the purposes specified in title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter. It shall constitute a body corporate and politic, and be perpetual in duration. It shall have the powers and duties now or hereafter conferred by title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter upon industrial development agencies. It shall be organized in a manner prescribed by and be subject to the provisions of title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter. Its members shall be appointed by the governing body of the County of Onondaga. The agency, its members, officers and employees, and its operations and activities, except as provided specifically herein, shall be governed by the provisions of title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter.
2. In addition to the powers and duties now or hereafter conferred by title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter, the agency shall have the power (i) to acquire, construct, own, maintain, and lease or sell to a railroad or private business corporation any interest including easements or rights or way, in one or more railroad supporting service facilities located in Onondaga County, including necessary switching apparatus, track, and other equipment necessary or convenient thereto, which will be used in conjunction with industrial, manufacturing, commercial or warehousing operations and (ii) to finance such facilities through the issuance of its bonds and notes, when in the judgment of the agency, such facilities will serve to promote, develop, encourage and assist in the acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, improving, maintaining, equipping and furnishing industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, commercial and research facilities including industrial pollution control facilities and thereby advance the job opportunities, health and general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the state and improve their prosperity and standard of living.
§ 895. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency. 1. For the benefit of the County of Onondaga and the inhabitants thereof, an industrial development agency, to be known as the ONONDAGA COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, is hereby established for the accomplishment of any or all of the purposes specified in title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter. It shall constitute a body corporate and politic, and be perpetual in duration. It shall have the powers and duties now or hereafter conferred by title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter upon industrial development agencies. It shall be organized in a manner prescribed by and be subject to the provisions of title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter. Its members shall be appointed by the governing body of the County of Onondaga. The agency, its members, officers and employees, and its operations and activities, except as provided specifically herein, shall be governed by the provisions of title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter.
2. In addition to the powers and duties now or hereafter conferred by title one of article eighteen-A of this chapter, the agency shall have the power (i) to acquire, construct, own, maintain, and lease or sell to a railroad or private business corporation any interest including easements or rights or way, in one or more railroad supporting service facilities located in Onondaga County, including necessary switching apparatus, track, and other equipment necessary or convenient thereto, which will be used in conjunction with industrial, manufacturing, commercial or warehousing operations and (ii) to finance such facilities through the issuance of its bonds and notes, when in the judgment of the agency, such facilities will serve to promote, develop, encourage and assist in the acquiring, constructing, reconstructing, improving, maintaining, equipping and furnishing industrial, manufacturing, warehousing, commercial and research facilities including industrial pollution control facilities and thereby advance the job opportunities, health and general prosperity and economic welfare of the people of the state and improve their prosperity and standard of living. 6 6
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A seven-member board appointed by the Onondaga County Legislature governs the Agency. Operating funds are derived solely from fees paid by applicants seeking assistance, closed Agency projects and the interest earned on the Agency fund balance.
The Onondaga County Office of Economic Development administers the Onondaga County Industrial Agency through a contract between the County and the Agency. During the January - December 31, 2020 fiscal year, the Agency conducted 43 public meetings. These meetings included 12 regular board meetings, 3 special meetings, 1 annual meeting, 7 committee meetings, and 20 public hearings.
An independent certified public accounting firm performs the annual financial audit of the Agency. The report will be available after March 31, 2021 at https://www.ongoved.com/ocida/
A seven-member board appointed by the Onondaga County Legislature governs the Agency. Operating funds are derived solely from fees paid by applicants seeking assistance, closed Agency projects and the interest earned on the Agency fund balance.
The Onondaga County Office of Economic Development administers the Onondaga County Industrial Agency through a contract between the County and the Agency. During the January - December 31, 2020 fiscal year, the Agency conducted 43 public meetings. These meetings included 12 regular board meetings, 3 special meetings, 1 annual meeting, 7 committee meetings, and 20 public hearings.
An independent certified public accounting firm performs the annual financial audit of the Agency. The report will be available after March 31, 2021 at https://www.ongoved.com/ocida/
The Agency provides business support and operates incentive programs consistent with its powers and mission statement in the following areas:
Financing – Tax-exempt private activity bonds, taxable bonds and Quasi-Equity Loan Fund participation. Statutory authority to issue civic facility bonds has terminated. Tax Management – Exemptions from mortgage recording, sales and use taxes and abatement of real property taxes through payment-in-lieu of tax agreements Training Support – Service contracts for company specific employee training and skills assessment programs consistent with its Employee Productivity Program guidelines Asset Development – Development of property and facilities for investment, for example the White Pine Commerce Park 8
The Agency provides business support and operates incentive programs consistent with its powers and mission statement in the following areas:
Financing – Tax-exempt private activity bonds, taxable bonds and Quasi-Equity Loan Fund participation. Statutory authority to issue civic facility bonds has terminated. Tax Management – Exemptions from mortgage recording, sales and use taxes and abatement of real property taxes through payment-in-lieu of tax agreements Training Support – Service contracts for company specific employee training and skills assessment programs consistent with its Employee Productivity Program guidelines Asset Development – Development of property and facilities for investment, for example the White Pine Commerce Park 8
OCIDA 2020 Accomplishments include:
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) closed eight projects in 2020: Abundant Solar Power (SKI) LLC in the Town of Skaneateles, BWI Acquisitions 1, LLC, Syracuse City, TC Syracuse Development Associates, LLC in the Town of Clay, Tessy Plastics in the Town of Elbridge, Tracey Road Equipment, LLC and Ultra Dairy, LLC in the Town of Dewitt.
These eight projects new capital investment was approximately $101,701,950. COVID-19 Small Business PPE Relief Grant: $500,000 was earmarked by OCIDA for a reimbursable grant program to assist small businesses to offset the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE) and facilitate HVAC upgrades to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The Agency disbursed nearly $265,000 in grants to 59 small businesses and not-for-profits. OCIDA staff, in conjunction with the OCED staff, provided information and resources to our small business community on the newly enacted the Paycheck Protection Program and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Covid-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL). This was done through phone contact with constituents and by keeping our website current with the most relevant and timely information.
OCIDA team provided feedback and monitored the legislative activity of IDA law that would allow Industrial Development Agencies to administer loans and grants. In April 2020 the NYS Legislature passed a bill allowing IDA’s to provide grants and loans to small businesses and not-for-profit corporations in response to the overwhelming financial burden the pandemic imposed on these entities to provide safe environments for the public and employees.
Whose Hiring Now webpage: During the height of the shut-down, OCIDA and the Onondaga County Office of Economic Development added a resource page to pair displaced workers with immediate, local job openings. Staff worked with businesses who were hiring to update our list. More than 110 companies listed available positions during the pandemic, while website metrics show that the page received more than 18,000 unique visits. Partnered with OCDOT and NYSDOT to facilitate the Loop the Lake Trail at the former Roth steel site.
Revised the UTEP to include a new job creation and retention PILOT exemptions scales, job creation and retention PILOT with MWBE enhancement exemption scales and a Repatriation/Reshoring Exemption scale Continued remediation planning and work at the Roth Steel property located at 800 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse.
Continued development of White Pine Commerce Park property.
OCIDA staff met with leadership of twelve towns in Onondaga County to establish a professional relationship, explain the mission of the IDA, provide overview of financial benefits with a particular focus on solar pilots as OCIDA had added the Energy Project to the 2019 UTEP.
OCIDA 2020 Accomplishments include:
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) closed eight projects in 2020: Abundant Solar Power (SKI) LLC in the Town of Skaneateles, BWI Acquisitions 1, LLC, Syracuse City, TC Syracuse Development Associates, LLC in the Town of Clay, Tessy Plastics in the Town of Elbridge, Tracey Road Equipment, LLC and Ultra Dairy, LLC in the Town of Dewitt.
These eight projects new capital investment was approximately $101,701,950. COVID-19 Small Business PPE Relief Grant: $500,000 was earmarked by OCIDA for a reimbursable grant program to assist small businesses to offset the cost of personal protective equipment (PPE) and facilitate HVAC upgrades to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The Agency disbursed nearly $265,000 in grants to 59 small businesses and not-for-profits. OCIDA staff, in conjunction with the OCED staff, provided information and resources to our small business community on the newly enacted the Paycheck Protection Program and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Covid-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (EIDL). This was done through phone contact with constituents and by keeping our website current with the most relevant and timely information.
OCIDA team provided feedback and monitored the legislative activity of IDA law that would allow Industrial Development Agencies to administer loans and grants. In April 2020 the NYS Legislature passed a bill allowing IDA’s to provide grants and loans to small businesses and not-for-profit corporations in response to the overwhelming financial burden the pandemic imposed on these entities to provide safe environments for the public and employees.
Whose Hiring Now webpage: During the height of the shut-down, OCIDA and the Onondaga County Office of Economic Development added a resource page to pair displaced workers with immediate, local job openings. Staff worked with businesses who were hiring to update our list. More than 110 companies listed available positions during the pandemic, while website metrics show that the page received more than 18,000 unique visits. Partnered with OCDOT and NYSDOT to facilitate the Loop the Lake Trail at the former Roth steel site.
Revised the UTEP to include a new job creation and retention PILOT exemptions scales, job creation and retention PILOT with MWBE enhancement exemption scales and a Repatriation/Reshoring Exemption scale Continued remediation planning and work at the Roth Steel property located at 800 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse.
Continued development of White Pine Commerce Park property.
OCIDA staff met with leadership of twelve towns in Onondaga County to establish a professional relationship, explain the mission of the IDA, provide overview of financial benefits with a particular focus on solar pilots as OCIDA had added the Energy Project to the 2019 UTEP.
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This statement certifies that management has documented and assessed the internal control structure and procedures of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency for the year ending December 31, 2020. This assessment found the authority’s internal controls to be adequate, and to the extent that deficiencies were identified, the authority has developed corrective action plans to reduce any corresponding risk. The assessment for the 2020 fiscal year will be completed by March 31, 2021. This is done by agency auditor. (Appendix F)
This statement certifies that management has documented and assessed the internal control structure and procedures of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency for the year ending December 31, 2020. This assessment found the authority’s internal controls to be adequate, and to the extent that deficiencies were identified, the authority has developed corrective action plans to reduce any corresponding risk. The assessment for the 2020 fiscal year will be completed by March 31, 2021. This is done by agency auditor. (Appendix F)
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The following is a list of project activity for 2020 Real estate transactions closed 2020 Project ID Company 19-11A Abundant Solar Power (SK1) LLC 19-04A BWI Hotel Acquisitions 1, LLC 19-10A TC Syracuse Development Associates, LLC Projects Induced and Closed in 2020 Project ID Company 20-05A Cicero Energy Storage I, LLC 20-06B Cicero Energy Storage II, LLC 20-02K Tessy Plastics 2020 Elbridge Expansion 20-03B Tracey Road Equipment, Inc. 20-14G Ultra Dairy, LLC
The following is a list of project activity for 2020 Real estate transactions closed 2020 Project ID Company 19-11A Abundant Solar Power (SK1) LLC 19-04A BWI Hotel Acquisitions 1, LLC 19-10A TC Syracuse Development Associates, LLC Projects Induced and Closed in 2020 Project ID Company 20-05A Cicero Energy Storage I, LLC 20-06B Cicero Energy Storage II, LLC 20-02K Tessy Plastics 2020 Elbridge Expansion 20-03B Tracey Road Equipment, Inc. 20-14G Ultra Dairy, LLC Projects Induced and Not Closed in 2020 Project ID Company 20-15A 629 LeMoyne Manor LLC 20-13B Abundant Solar Power (E1) LLC) 20-19A Empire Polymer Holdings, LLC & Empire Polymer Solutions, LLC 20-10A GSPP Sentinel Heights Road LLC 20-04A OYA Church Road A LLC 20-21A SSC Lysander LLC 20-01A Taft Solar LLC 10 Projects Induced and Not Closed in 2020 Project ID Company 20-15A 629 LeMoyne Manor LLC 20-13B Abundant Solar Power (E1) LLC) 20-19A Empire Polymer Holdings, LLC & Empire Polymer Solutions, LLC 20-10A GSPP Sentinel Heights Road LLC 20-04A OYA Church Road A LLC 20-21A SSC Lysander LLC 20-01A Taft Solar LLC 10
The Public Authority Accountability Act of 2005 (PAAA) as amended in 2009 is designed to ensure greater efficiency and accountability for New York's public authorities, including Industrial Development Agencies. Among the requirements of the PAAA is the preparation of an annual report that is to contain specified information. This section of the Agency Annual Report summarizes the financial information required by the PAAA.
Revenue/Expense Summary (Draft) Category Revenue Expense Operating Revenue $ 4,267,782 Pass-Thru Income $ 10,401,383 Other Revenues $ 242,935 Operating Expense $ 2,321,344 Program Expense $0 Pass-Thru Expenses $ 10,401,383 Gain (Loss) $ 2,189,373 Total $ 14,912,100 $11,989,630
The Public Authority Accountability Act of 2005 (PAAA) as amended in 2009 is designed to ensure greater efficiency and accountability for New York's public authorities, including Industrial Development Agencies. Among the requirements of the PAAA is the preparation of an annual report that is to contain specified information. This section of the Agency Annual Report summarizes the financial information required by the PAAA.
Revenue/Expense Summary (Draft) Category Revenue Expense Operating Revenue $ 4,267,782 Pass-Thru Income $ 10,401,383 Other Revenues $ 242,935 Operating Expense $ 2,321,344 Program Expense $0 Pass-Thru Expenses $ 10,401,383 Gain (Loss) $ 2,189,373 Total $ 14,912,100 $11,989,630 Assets and Liabilities Summary3 (Draft) Assets Cash and cash equivalents $5,068,330 Accounts Receivable $757,791 Notes Receivable $0 Prepaid expenses $0 Restricted Cash $0 Capital assets $4,518,424 Other Assets $1,642 Total $10,346,187 Assets and Liabilities Summary3 (Draft) Assets Cash and cash equivalents $5,068,330 Accounts Receivable $757,791 Notes Receivable $0 Prepaid expenses $0 Restricted Cash $0 Capital assets $4,518,424 Other Assets $1,642 Total $10,346,187 Liability & Equity Accounts Payable $351,939 Due to Related Party $506,868 Due to other governments $34,776 Note Payable, current portion $0 Equity $9,452,604 Total $10,346,187 2 The complete balance sheet is found in Appendix D 11 Four-Year Financial Plan
Revenue & Expense Detail See 2020 Audited Financial Statements Assets & Liability Detail See 2020 Audited Financial Statements Agency Contracts Liability & Equity Accounts Payable $351,939 Due to Related Party $506,868 Due to other governments $34,776 Note Payable, current portion $0 Equity $9,452,604 Total $10,346,187 2 The complete balance sheet is found in Appendix D 11 Four-Year Financial Plan
Revenue & Expense Detail See 2020 Audited Financial Statements Assets & Liability Detail See 2020 Audited Financial Statements Agency Contracts Made payments of $16,553 for 800 Hiawatha JMT of New York, Inc. Brownfield cleanup program Made payments of $134,361 for WPCP engineering O’Brien & Gere studies Syracuse Design Group Made payments of $1,050 for website Grossman St. Amour CPA’s PLLC Made payment of $13,000 for 2019 Audit Barclay Damon LLP Made payments of $298,842 for Legal Services in 2020 Operating & Financial Risks:
The following are some of the operating and financial risks that impact the OCIDA. Description of Risk New York State Legislative changes that could impact the scope and function of OCIDA operations.
New York State Regulatory changes that could impact cost of compliance and benefits provided by OCIDA.
Litigation risk as leaseholder and ownership interests that could impact the financial health of OCIDA.
Health of the local economy impacts the number and size of Agency project which may impact the revenue of Agency.
Failure of IT Systems Loss of personnel or turnover of key staff Agency Contract above $5,000 - Issued Without Competitive Bids None 12 Real Property Schedule A: Real Property Held Made payments of $16,553 for 800 Hiawatha JMT of New York, Inc. Brownfield cleanup program Made payments of $134,361 for WPCP engineering O’Brien & Gere studies Syracuse Design Group Made payments of $1,050 for website Grossman St. Amour CPA’s PLLC Made payment of $13,000 for 2019 Audit Barclay Damon LLP Made payments of $298,842 for Legal Services in 2020 Operating & Financial Risks:
The following are some of the operating and financial risks that impact the OCIDA. Description of Risk New York State Legislative changes that could impact the scope and function of OCIDA operations.
New York State Regulatory changes that could impact cost of compliance and benefits provided by OCIDA.
Litigation risk as leaseholder and ownership interests that could impact the financial health of OCIDA.
Health of the local economy impacts the number and size of Agency project which may impact the revenue of Agency.
Failure of IT Systems Loss of personnel or turnover of key staff Agency Contract above $5,000 - Issued Without Competitive Bids None 12 Real Property Schedule A: Real Property Held Description FMV
White Pines Commerce Park $5,187,342 B: Real Property Disposed: None Audit & Management Letter The Management Discussion and Analysis is found in the Agency’s Annual Audit Report Material Litigation None 13 Appendices 14 Description FMV
White Pines Commerce Park $5,187,342 B: Real Property Disposed: None Audit & Management Letter The Management Discussion and Analysis is found in the Agency’s Annual Audit Report Material Litigation None 13 Appendices 14
Patrick Hogan Before joining the OCIDA Board, Patrick Hogan served the City of Syracuse as an employee of The City’s Parks and Recreation Department for 34 years (culminating in a seven year stint as Deputy Commissioner). Additionally, he worked for 3 years as a member of the School Based Intervention Team with the City School District primarily working with children who have behavioral and academic problems. Starting in 2005 he was elected and reelected to 4 terms as second district City Councilor for the City of Syracuse. In his last term he was selected as Majority Whip by his colleagues on the Council. He has been a member of the following boards: Syracuse Jazzfest, the Central New York Blues festival, Syracuse Irish festival, Partners in Education, Clinton Square renovation committee, Westside Community School Strategy. Hogan coached basketball at St. Patrick’s School and baseball at the Southside American little League. He remains a vital spokesman for his community and an active member of the Tipperary Hill neighborhood in Syracuse
Patrick Hogan Before joining the OCIDA Board, Patrick Hogan served the City of Syracuse as an employee of The City’s Parks and Recreation Department for 34 years (culminating in a seven year stint as Deputy Commissioner). Additionally, he worked for 3 years as a member of the School Based Intervention Team with the City School District primarily working with children who have behavioral and academic problems. Starting in 2005 he was elected and reelected to 4 terms as second district City Councilor for the City of Syracuse. In his last term he was selected as Majority Whip by his colleagues on the Council. He has been a member of the following boards: Syracuse Jazzfest, the Central New York Blues festival, Syracuse Irish festival, Partners in Education, Clinton Square renovation committee, Westside Community School Strategy. Hogan coached basketball at St. Patrick’s School and baseball at the Southside American little League. He remains a vital spokesman for his community and an active member of the Tipperary Hill neighborhood in Syracuse Victor Ianno Victor Ianno brings over 40 years of business experience to the Agency, including owning his own business, Lakeside Printing Inc. for 18 years. He served as President of the National Association of Advertising Publishers from 1976-1978 and was a board member for fifteen years participating in all activities of the association. Mr. Ianno now serves as an active mentor and business investor assisting small business startups as well as owning and developing real estate.
Victor Ianno Victor Ianno brings over 40 years of business experience to the Agency, including owning his own business, Lakeside Printing Inc. for 18 years. He served as President of the National Association of Advertising Publishers from 1976-1978 and was a board member for fifteen years participating in all activities of the association. Mr. Ianno now serves as an active mentor and business investor assisting small business startups as well as owning and developing real estate.
Janice Herzog Janice Herzog is the former director of external relations for the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University. Herzog served as a liaison to the BBI Board of Advisors. She worked closely with the board to facilitate effective and timely communications, manage board operations and engagement, and follow up on board initiatives. Before joining BBI, Herzog worked for more than 20 years at Syracuse University College of Law. During that time, she was a member of the dean's senior staff and served as assistant dean for administration and external relations as well as director of external relations. In addition to working closely with the College of Law's board and executive committee, she has extensive experience in law school administrative operations and human resources management operations. She also worked in collaboration with the Office of Advancement in the areas of prospect management and engagement, donor and alumni relations, and fundraising. She has been a panel facilitator as well as speaker for the American Bar Association and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) on topics related to board management and transformation and the board member's role in fundraising.
Janice Herzog Janice Herzog is the former director of external relations for the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University. Herzog served as a liaison to the BBI Board of Advisors. She worked closely with the board to facilitate effective and timely communications, manage board operations and engagement, and follow up on board initiatives. Before joining BBI, Herzog worked for more than 20 years at Syracuse University College of Law. During that time, she was a member of the dean's senior staff and served as assistant dean for administration and external relations as well as director of external relations. In addition to working closely with the College of Law's board and executive committee, she has extensive experience in law school administrative operations and human resources management operations. She also worked in collaboration with the Office of Advancement in the areas of prospect management and engagement, donor and alumni relations, and fundraising. She has been a panel facilitator as well as speaker for the American Bar Association and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) on topics related to board management and transformation and the board member's role in fundraising.
Steven Morgan Steven Morgan is the owner and President of Dependable Disposal and Morgan Rubbish Removal in the town of Van Buren. Steven has been involved in the environmental-waste management sector in the Syracuse-Onondaga County area for over 24 years. Both companies provide environmentally safe waste removal and recycling solutions for residential, industrial and commercial customers. Steven believes very strongly in long-term business growth for the area that is accretive and that businesses have a civic and moral obligation to their community. Since 1990 Steven has been involved in the waste management business. In the beginning he worked alongside his father, David Morgan, in the family business. After college, he was employed by Tessy Plastics in Elbridge as a product cost engineer while still involved in the family business. In 2001 Steven started Dependable Disposal and in 2002 he purchased his father's business. Since then the companies have experienced significant growth and now rank among the largest 15 Steven Morgan Steven Morgan is the owner and President of Dependable Disposal and Morgan Rubbish Removal in the town of Van Buren. Steven has been involved in the environmental-waste management sector in the Syracuse-Onondaga County area for over 24 years. Both companies provide environmentally safe waste removal and recycling solutions for residential, industrial and commercial customers. Steven believes very strongly in long-term business growth for the area that is accretive and that businesses have a civic and moral obligation to their community. Since 1990 Steven has been involved in the waste management business. In the beginning he worked alongside his father, David Morgan, in the family business. After college, he was employed by Tessy Plastics in Elbridge as a product cost engineer while still involved in the family business. In 2001 Steven started Dependable Disposal and in 2002 he purchased his father's business. Since then the companies have experienced significant growth and now rank among the largest 15 independent waste and recycling companies in the Syracuse market. Currently, Steven is leading a progressive movement in service improvement, community uniformity, increased recycling rates, and worker safety in Onondaga County with automated containerized service for residential customers. Steven is a graduate of Jordan-Elbridge High School and later graduated from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Steven is a member or supporter of Centerstate CEO, Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce, Jordan-Elbridge Lions Club, Syracuse Tip Club, McMahon/Ryan Child Advocacy Center and the National Waste and Recycling Association.
independent waste and recycling companies in the Syracuse market. Currently, Steven is leading a progressive movement in service improvement, community uniformity, increased recycling rates, and worker safety in Onondaga County with automated containerized service for residential customers. Steven is a graduate of Jordan-Elbridge High School and later graduated from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Steven is a member or supporter of Centerstate CEO, Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce, Jordan-Elbridge Lions Club, Syracuse Tip Club, McMahon/Ryan Child Advocacy Center and the National Waste and Recycling Association.
Kevin Ryan Kevin Ryan is an attorney in private practice. His practice focuses on all aspects of construction law, representing owners, contractors, and sub-contractors in dispute resolution through arbitration, mediation, or litigation, as well as in both jury and non-jury trials. In addition, he handles commercial disputes and insurance coverage matters, and has successfully represented clients in Article 78 proceedings both on behalf of and against municipalities relating to development projects and the award of public contracts. He is admitted to practice in the State of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. As an active member of his community, Kevin is a former member of the Board of Directors of the Syracuse St. Patrick’s Parade, and is a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Strathmore Men’s Athletic Club. Kevin is a graduate of the State University of New York at Brockport and the Syracuse University College of Law.
Kevin Ryan Kevin Ryan is an attorney in private practice. His practice focuses on all aspects of construction law, representing owners, contractors, and sub-contractors in dispute resolution through arbitration, mediation, or litigation, as well as in both jury and non-jury trials. In addition, he handles commercial disputes and insurance coverage matters, and has successfully represented clients in Article 78 proceedings both on behalf of and against municipalities relating to development projects and the award of public contracts. He is admitted to practice in the State of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. As an active member of his community, Kevin is a former member of the Board of Directors of the Syracuse St. Patrick’s Parade, and is a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Strathmore Men’s Athletic Club. Kevin is a graduate of the State University of New York at Brockport and the Syracuse University College of Law.
Sue Stanczyk Sue Stanczyk is the Chief of Staff for the Office of the Onondaga County Executive, a position she has held since 2018. Prior to her transition to the executive branch of County Government, she previously served as Director of Budget for the Onondaga County Legislature. With over 25 years of experience in county government, she brings an extensive background in public policy, government operations and budgeting. In addition to the OCIDA Board, Sue is very active on the boards of the NYS Rhythm & Blues Fest, CNY Arts, Visit Syracuse, Syracuse University Hardwood Foundation as well as serving as the County Executive's liaison to several community boards and foundations.
Sue Stanczyk Sue Stanczyk is the Chief of Staff for the Office of the Onondaga County Executive, a position she has held since 2018. Prior to her transition to the executive branch of County Government, she previously served as Director of Budget for the Onondaga County Legislature. With over 25 years of experience in county government, she brings an extensive background in public policy, government operations and budgeting. In addition to the OCIDA Board, Sue is very active on the boards of the NYS Rhythm & Blues Fest, CNY Arts, Visit Syracuse, Syracuse University Hardwood Foundation as well as serving as the County Executive's liaison to several community boards and foundations.
Fanny Villarreal Fanny Villarreal was born and raised in Lima, Peru. She is the current CEO for the YWCA a not for profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism and promote diversity. Fanny’s passion and love for her community led her to run for public office, to serve as Executive Director of La Liga/Spanish Action League, and to serve as a Family and Community Development Director for P.E.A.C.E. Inc. Furthermore, she has been an active member on numerous boards including, The Syracuse Neighborhood Initiative (SNI), Onondaga Citizens League (OCL), Tomorrow’s Neighborhoods Today (TNT), American Heart Association, and Home HeadQuarters Inc. to name a few. In addition, she was appointed as the first Latina board member at Excellus Blue Cross and Blue Shields Company as well as a Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission. Throughout her time in Syracuse, Fanny has received numerous awards including The Lifetime Achievement of Successful Business Women; The NY State Red Cross Good Neighbor Award; “40 Under 40”; Latina Leadership Award (representing NY State) from the National Foundation of Women Legislators in Washington DC; NY State Woman of Distinction; Syracuse University Commitment to Education along with other recognitions. In 1993, Fanny created Nosotros Radio Inc., “Your Latino Voice.” Nosotros is an educational, bilingual program that provides information, positive messages, hope and values along with Latin music. Fanny also co-founded the Latino Festival; the Hispanic Coalition NY, Inc. 16 Fanny Villarreal Fanny Villarreal was born and raised in Lima, Peru. She is the current CEO for the YWCA a not for profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism and promote diversity. Fanny’s passion and love for her community led her to run for public office, to serve as Executive Director of La Liga/Spanish Action League, and to serve as a Family and Community Development Director for P.E.A.C.E. Inc. Furthermore, she has been an active member on numerous boards including, The Syracuse Neighborhood Initiative (SNI), Onondaga Citizens League (OCL), Tomorrow’s Neighborhoods Today (TNT), American Heart Association, and Home HeadQuarters Inc. to name a few. In addition, she was appointed as the first Latina board member at Excellus Blue Cross and Blue Shields Company as well as a Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission. Throughout her time in Syracuse, Fanny has received numerous awards including The Lifetime Achievement of Successful Business Women; The NY State Red Cross Good Neighbor Award; “40 Under 40”; Latina Leadership Award (representing NY State) from the National Foundation of Women Legislators in Washington DC; NY State Woman of Distinction; Syracuse University Commitment to Education along with other recognitions. In 1993, Fanny created Nosotros Radio Inc., “Your Latino Voice.” Nosotros is an educational, bilingual program that provides information, positive messages, hope and values along with Latin music. Fanny also co-founded the Latino Festival; the Hispanic Coalition NY, Inc. 16 and the Latino Scholarship in CNY Community Foundation. Fanny is a graduate from St. Martin of Porres University College of Law. She is working on her second Master’s Degree at the Maxwell School, Syracuse University. Fanny lives in Syracuse and has two sons, Brian and Carlos. Her personal goal is to assist all individuals to ignite self-discovery.
and the Latino Scholarship in CNY Community Foundation. Fanny is a graduate from St. Martin of Porres University College of Law. She is working on her second Master’s Degree at the Maxwell School, Syracuse University. Fanny lives in Syracuse and has two sons, Brian and Carlos. Her personal goal is to assist all individuals to ignite self-discovery.
Board Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Board members have a shared understanding of the mission 7 and purpose of the Agency.
The policies, practices and decisions of the Board are always 7 consistent with this mission.
Board members comprehend their role and fiduciary 7 responsibilities and hold themselves and each other to these principles.
The Board has adopted policies, by-laws, and practices for the 7 governance, management and operations of the Agency and reviews these annually.
The decisions made by Board members are arrived at through 7 independent judgment and deliberation, free of political influence, pressure or self-interest.
Individual Board members communicate effectively with 7 executive staff to be well informed on the status of all-important issues.
Board members are knowledgeable about the Agency’s 7 programs, financial statements, reporting requirements, and other transactions.
The Board meets to review and approve all documents and 6 1 reports prior to public release and is confident that the information being presented is accurate and complete.
The Board knows the statutory obligations of the Agency and if 6 1 the Agency is in compliance with state law.
Board and committee meetings facilitate open, deliberate and 7 thorough discussion, and the active participation of members.
Board members have sufficient opportunity review material 7 and discuss recommendations before decisions are made and votes taken.
Individual Board members feel empowered to delay votes, 7 defer agenda items, or table actions if they feel additional information or discussion is required.
The Board works with management to implement risk 7 mitigation strategies before problems occur.
Board members demonstrate leadership and vision and work 7 respectfully with each other.
All members responded
Board Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Board members have a shared understanding of the mission 7 and purpose of the Agency.
The policies, practices and decisions of the Board are always 7 consistent with this mission.
Board members comprehend their role and fiduciary 7 responsibilities and hold themselves and each other to these principles.
The Board has adopted policies, by-laws, and practices for the 7 governance, management and operations of the Agency and reviews these annually.
The decisions made by Board members are arrived at through 7 independent judgment and deliberation, free of political influence, pressure or self-interest.
Individual Board members communicate effectively with 7 executive staff to be well informed on the status of all-important issues.
Board members are knowledgeable about the Agency’s 7 programs, financial statements, reporting requirements, and other transactions.
The Board meets to review and approve all documents and 6 1 reports prior to public release and is confident that the information being presented is accurate and complete.
The Board knows the statutory obligations of the Agency and if 6 1 the Agency is in compliance with state law.
Board and committee meetings facilitate open, deliberate and 7 thorough discussion, and the active participation of members.
Board members have sufficient opportunity review material 7 and discuss recommendations before decisions are made and votes taken.
Individual Board members feel empowered to delay votes, 7 defer agenda items, or table actions if they feel additional information or discussion is required.
The Board works with management to implement risk 7 mitigation strategies before problems occur.
Board members demonstrate leadership and vision and work 7 respectfully with each other.
All members responded 17 Staff Evaluation Does the staff have an understanding of the 7 mission, duties & responsibilities of the Agency?
Does the staff sufficiently fulfill the Board’s 7 administrative duties?
Does the staff provide the Board with the 7 information necessary for the Board to fulfill its duties in a prudent and timely manner?
Does the staff encourage open discussion at 7 Agency meetings by presenting information and responding to inquiries from board members, clearly and openly?
Does the staff acknowledge to the Board a 6 1 financial or other conflict of interest, as defined in Agency policy, with any project that may come before the Board during a staff member’s tenure with the Board?
Has each staff member submitted executed 6 1 copies of each administrative document required of him/her by the County Legislature, State Statute or Regulation, or Board policies?
18 Governance Committee Self-Evaluation 17 Staff Evaluation Does the staff have an understanding of the 7 mission, duties & responsibilities of the Agency?
Does the staff sufficiently fulfill the Board’s 7 administrative duties?
Does the staff provide the Board with the 7 information necessary for the Board to fulfill its duties in a prudent and timely manner?
Does the staff encourage open discussion at 7 Agency meetings by presenting information and responding to inquiries from board members, clearly and openly?
Does the staff acknowledge to the Board a 6 1 financial or other conflict of interest, as defined in Agency policy, with any project that may come before the Board during a staff member’s tenure with the Board?
Has each staff member submitted executed 6 1 copies of each administrative document required of him/her by the County Legislature, State Statute or Regulation, or Board policies?
18 Governance Committee Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
19 Finance Committee Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
19 Finance Committee Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
20 Audit Committee Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
20 Audit Committee Self-Evaluation Somewhat Somewhat Criteria Agree Agree Disagree Disagree Do Committee members understand the 3 Committee’s charter, duties & responsibilities as exhibited by its formal agendas, actions and reports?
Is the Committee comprised of members who 3 are independent as defined by the NYS Authorities Budget Office and who bring a body of expertise, knowledge, and experience necessary to understand and fulfill the goals and duties of the Committee?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 recuse him/herself if an appearance of a financial or other conflict might appear to influence a vote of the committee member or the committee as a whole?
Does the Committee require a member to 3 acknowledge a financial conflict of interest, as defined in Board policy, with any project or action that has come before the Committee during the tenure of the Committee member?
Does the Committee receive advance copies of 3 agendas and supporting material necessary for it to make an informed determinations or recommendations to the Board?
Does the Committee acknowledge and 3 encourage open discussion by its members and staff during committee meetings?
Does the Committee present a self-evaluation 3 to the Board annually, including an examination the Committee Charter?
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Section 1. Name. The name of the Agency shall be "Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency." Section 2. Seal of Agency. The seal of the Agency shall be in the form of a circle and shall bear the name of the Agency and the year of its organization.
Section 3. Office of Agency. The office of the Agency shall be at the Onondaga County 333 W. Washington Street, Suite 130, Syracuse, New York, or at such other address in the County of Onondaga as shall be determined by the Agency from time to time.
Section 1. Name. The name of the Agency shall be "Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency." Section 2. Seal of Agency. The seal of the Agency shall be in the form of a circle and shall bear the name of the Agency and the year of its organization.
Section 3. Office of Agency. The office of the Agency shall be at the Onondaga County 333 W. Washington Street, Suite 130, Syracuse, New York, or at such other address in the County of Onondaga as shall be determined by the Agency from time to time.
Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Agency shall be a Chairman, a Vice Chairman, an Executive Director, a Secretary, a Treasurer, one or more Assistant Secretary(s) and an Assistant Treasurer.
Section 2. Chair. The Chairman shall be a member of the Agency and preside at all meetings of the Agency. The Chairman shall submit recommendations and such information as deemed pertinent concerning the business, affairs and policies of the Agency at each meeting. The Chairman shall appoint committee members and assign a chair for each committee.
Section 3. Vice Chairman. The Vice Chairman shall be a member of the Agency and perform the duties of the Chairman in the absence or incapacity of the Chairman. In the event of the resignation, removal or death of the Chairman, the Vice Chairman shall automatically succeed to the office of the Chairman and serve for the unexpired term of such office.
Section 1. Officers. The officers of the Agency shall be a Chairman, a Vice Chairman, an Executive Director, a Secretary, a Treasurer, one or more Assistant Secretary(s) and an Assistant Treasurer.
Section 2. Chair. The Chairman shall be a member of the Agency and preside at all meetings of the Agency. The Chairman shall submit recommendations and such information as deemed pertinent concerning the business, affairs and policies of the Agency at each meeting. The Chairman shall appoint committee members and assign a chair for each committee.
Section 3. Vice Chairman. The Vice Chairman shall be a member of the Agency and perform the duties of the Chairman in the absence or incapacity of the Chairman. In the event of the resignation, removal or death of the Chairman, the Vice Chairman shall automatically succeed to the office of the Chairman and serve for the unexpired term of such office.
Section 4. Secretary. The Secretary may, but need not, be a member of the Agency. The Secretary shall keep all records of the Agency, shall act as Secretary at the meetings of the Agency, shall keep a record of all votes, shall record the proceedings of the Agency in a journal of proceedings to be kept for such purpose, and shall perform all duties incident to this office. The Secretary shall have custody of the seal of the Agency and the power to affix such seal to all agreements, contracts, deeds, bonds or other evidences of indebtedness and all other instruments of the Agency authorized by the Agency to be executed and the power to attest (by manual or facsimile signature) such seal. The Secretary may, in their discretion, delegate some or all of the Secretary’s duties to the Assistant Secretary.
Section 5. Assistant Secretary. The Assistant Secretary may, but need not, be a member of the Agency. The Assistant Secretary shall perform the duties of the Secretary in their absence or incapacity of the Secretary or if so requested by the Secretary. In case of the resignation or death of the Secretary, 22 the Assistant Secretary shall perform the duties of the Secretary until such time as the Agency shall appoint a new Secretary.
Section 4. Secretary. The Secretary may, but need not, be a member of the Agency. The Secretary shall keep all records of the Agency, shall act as Secretary at the meetings of the Agency, shall keep a record of all votes, shall record the proceedings of the Agency in a journal of proceedings to be kept for such purpose, and shall perform all duties incident to this office. The Secretary shall have custody of the seal of the Agency and the power to affix such seal to all agreements, contracts, deeds, bonds or other evidences of indebtedness and all other instruments of the Agency authorized by the Agency to be executed and the power to attest (by manual or facsimile signature) such seal. The Secretary may, in their discretion, delegate some or all of the Secretary’s duties to the Assistant Secretary.
Section 5. Assistant Secretary. The Assistant Secretary may, but need not, be a member of the Agency. The Assistant Secretary shall perform the duties of the Secretary in their absence or incapacity of the Secretary or if so requested by the Secretary. In case of the resignation or death of the Secretary, 22 the Assistant Secretary shall perform the duties of the Secretary until such time as the Agency shall appoint a new Secretary.
Section 6. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall not be a member of the Agency. The Treasurer shall be the Chief Financial Officer of the Agency. They shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Agency and shall deposit all such funds in the name of the Agency as the Agency may designate. Except as otherwise authorized by resolution of the Agency, the Treasurer shall sign all checks for the payment of money by the Agency pursuant to the direction of the Agency. Except as otherwise authorized by resolution of the Agency, all such checks shall be countersigned by the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman or Executive Director. The Treasurer shall keep regular books of accounts showing receipts and expenditures. He shall render to the Agency at each regular meeting an account of the financial transactions and the current financial condition of the Agency.
Section 7. Assistant Treasurer. The Assistant Treasurer shall not be a member of the Agency. The Assistant Treasurer shall perform the duties of the Treasurer in the absence of incapacity of the Treasurer. In the event of the resignation or death of the Treasurer, the Assistant Treasurer shall perform the duties of the Treasurer until such time as the Agency shall appoint a new Treasurer. Section 6. Treasurer. The Treasurer shall not be a member of the Agency. The Treasurer shall be the Chief Financial Officer of the Agency. They shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Agency and shall deposit all such funds in the name of the Agency as the Agency may designate. Except as otherwise authorized by resolution of the Agency, the Treasurer shall sign all checks for the payment of money by the Agency pursuant to the direction of the Agency. Except as otherwise authorized by resolution of the Agency, all such checks shall be countersigned by the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman or Executive Director. The Treasurer shall keep regular books of accounts showing receipts and expenditures. He shall render to the Agency at each regular meeting an account of the financial transactions and the current financial condition of the Agency.
Section 7. Assistant Treasurer. The Assistant Treasurer shall not be a member of the Agency. The Assistant Treasurer shall perform the duties of the Treasurer in the absence of incapacity of the Treasurer. In the event of the resignation or death of the Treasurer, the Assistant Treasurer shall perform the duties of the Treasurer until such time as the Agency shall appoint a new Treasurer. Section 7A. Executive Director. The Executive Director shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Agency and shall not be a member of the Agency. The Executive Director shall be appointed by the Agency, and shall have general supervision over the administration of the business and affairs of the Agency, subject to the direction of the Agency. The Executive Director shall be charged with the management of all projects of the Agency. The Executive Director shall sign (manually or by facsimile signature) all agreements, contracts, deeds, bonds or other evidence of indebtedness and any other instruments of the Agency on behalf of the Agency, except as otherwise authorized or directed by resolution of the Agency.
Section 8. Additional Duties. In the absence or incapacity of the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer, the other officers of the Agency shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Agency and the power to deposit the same in the name of the Agency in such bank or banks as the Agency may designate, and shall have the power to sign all checks of the Agency for the payment of money and the power to pay out and disburse such moneys under the direction of the Agency. In addition, all officers of the Agency shall perform such other duties and functions as may from time to time be required by the Agency, by its bylaws, or by its rules and regulations.
Section 7A. Executive Director. The Executive Director shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Agency and shall not be a member of the Agency. The Executive Director shall be appointed by the Agency, and shall have general supervision over the administration of the business and affairs of the Agency, subject to the direction of the Agency. The Executive Director shall be charged with the management of all projects of the Agency. The Executive Director shall sign (manually or by facsimile signature) all agreements, contracts, deeds, bonds or other evidence of indebtedness and any other instruments of the Agency on behalf of the Agency, except as otherwise authorized or directed by resolution of the Agency.
Section 8. Additional Duties. In the absence or incapacity of the Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer, the other officers of the Agency shall have the care and custody of all funds of the Agency and the power to deposit the same in the name of the Agency in such bank or banks as the Agency may designate, and shall have the power to sign all checks of the Agency for the payment of money and the power to pay out and disburse such moneys under the direction of the Agency. In addition, all officers of the Agency shall perform such other duties and functions as may from time to time be required by the Agency, by its bylaws, or by its rules and regulations.
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