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1- PHONE: 315.435.3770 • FAX: 315.435.3669 • ONGOVED.COM Regular Meeting Agenda December 14, 2023 8:30AM Call to Order the Regular Meeting of the Agency A. Approval of Minutes-November 9, 2023 B. Treasurer’s Report C. Payment of Bills D. Conflict of Interest Action Items:
Modification Meeting Armoured One, LLC and North Midler Properties, LLC are requesting an extension of the end date of their Sales and Use Tax Exemption Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board authorizing an extension to the Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Armoured One, LLC and North Midler Properties, LLC.
Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director
Modification Meeting COR Van Rensselaer Street Company II, LLC and COR Van Rensselaer Street Company III, Inc. are requesting a one-year extension of the sales and use tax exemption in connection with Parcels B2-4 and C-2, Inner Harbor Project.
1- PHONE: 315.435.3770 • FAX: 315.435.3669 • ONGOVED.COM Regular Meeting Agenda December 14, 2023 8:30AM Call to Order the Regular Meeting of the Agency A. Approval of Minutes-November 9, 2023 B. Treasurer’s Report C. Payment of Bills D. Conflict of Interest Action Items:
Modification Meeting Armoured One, LLC and North Midler Properties, LLC are requesting an extension of the end date of their Sales and Use Tax Exemption Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board authorizing an extension to the Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Armoured One, LLC and North Midler Properties, LLC.
Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director
Modification Meeting COR Van Rensselaer Street Company II, LLC and COR Van Rensselaer Street Company III, Inc. are requesting a one-year extension of the sales and use tax exemption in connection with Parcels B2-4 and C-2, Inner Harbor Project.
Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board authorizing the extension of the sales and use tax exemption for COR Van Rensselaer Street Company II, LLC and COR Van Rensselaer St. Company III, Inc. (COR Inner Harbor Company, LLC Sub Project 1) Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director 1
Modification Meeting The Company requesting a release of a portion of the Land from the Agency’s leasehold interest of the property and consent to sell its Project Facility to EH26, LLC. Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board approving the subdivision of the Project Facility, authorizing a release of a portion of the Agency’s leasehold interest in the Project Facility and consenting to the sale and assignment of the right, title and interest in a project facility by Destiny USA Real Estate, LLC to EH26, LLC.
Representative: Amanda Fitzgerald, OCIDA Legal Counsel, Barclay Damon Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board authorizing the extension of the sales and use tax exemption for COR Van Rensselaer Street Company II, LLC and COR Van Rensselaer St. Company III, Inc. (COR Inner Harbor Company, LLC Sub Project 1) Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director 1
Modification Meeting The Company requesting a release of a portion of the Land from the Agency’s leasehold interest of the property and consent to sell its Project Facility to EH26, LLC. Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board approving the subdivision of the Project Facility, authorizing a release of a portion of the Agency’s leasehold interest in the Project Facility and consenting to the sale and assignment of the right, title and interest in a project facility by Destiny USA Real Estate, LLC to EH26, LLC.
Representative: Amanda Fitzgerald, OCIDA Legal Counsel, Barclay Damon
Annual assessments of projects as required by General Municipal Law Section 874(12).
• Flex-Hose annual assessment.
Agency Action Requested a. A resolution of the Board determining no recapture and authorizing the execution and delivery of an amendment to Project Agreement in connection with a certain project for Flex-Hose Company, Inc. and FHC Properties, LLC. Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director
Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board adopting the Final Scoping Document.
Representative: Jeff Davis, OCIDA Legal Counsel, Barclay Damon
OCIDA Board to Appoint Svetlana Dyer as Agency Secretary and Agency Public Hearing Officer.
Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board appointing Svetlana Dyer as Agency Secretary and Agency Public Hearing Officer.
Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA, Executive Director Adjourn 2 2
Annual assessments of projects as required by General Municipal Law Section 874(12).
• Flex-Hose annual assessment.
Agency Action Requested a. A resolution of the Board determining no recapture and authorizing the execution and delivery of an amendment to Project Agreement in connection with a certain project for Flex-Hose Company, Inc. and FHC Properties, LLC. Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA Executive Director
Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board adopting the Final Scoping Document.
Representative: Jeff Davis, OCIDA Legal Counsel, Barclay Damon
OCIDA Board to Appoint Svetlana Dyer as Agency Secretary and Agency Public Hearing Officer.
Agency Action Requested:
a. A resolution of the Board appointing Svetlana Dyer as Agency Secretary and Agency Public Hearing Officer.
Representative: Robert Petrovich, OCIDA, Executive Director Adjourn 2 2
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Regular Meeting Minutes November 9, 2023 A regular meeting of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency was held on Thursday, November 9, 2023, 355 Montgomery Street, Floor 2M, Syracuse, New York.
Patrick Hogan called the meeting to order at 8:36 am with the following:
PRESENT:
Patrick Hogan Fanny Villarreal Elizabeth Dreyfuss Kevin Ryan DELAYED:
Janice Herzog
ABSENT:
Susan Stanczyk Cydney Johnson
ALSO PRESENT:
Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Karen Doster, Recording Secretary Svetlana Dyer, Assistant Secretary Alexis Rodriguez, Assistant Treasurer Len Rauch, Economic Development Jeff Davis, Barclay Damon Law Firm Amanda Fitzgerald, Barclay Damon Law Firm Paul Reichel, Bond Schoeneck & King Vince Raymond, VIP Structures APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 12, 2023 Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved the regular meeting minutes of October 12, 2023. Motion was carried.
(Janice Herzog arrived at meeting) TREASURER’S REPORT Nate Stevens gave a brief review of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of October 2023. 3
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Regular Meeting Minutes November 9, 2023 A regular meeting of the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency was held on Thursday, November 9, 2023, 355 Montgomery Street, Floor 2M, Syracuse, New York.
Patrick Hogan called the meeting to order at 8:36 am with the following:
PRESENT:
Patrick Hogan Fanny Villarreal Elizabeth Dreyfuss Kevin Ryan DELAYED:
Janice Herzog
ABSENT:
Susan Stanczyk Cydney Johnson
ALSO PRESENT:
Robert M. Petrovich, Executive Director Nancy Lowery, Secretary Nate Stevens, Treasurer Karen Doster, Recording Secretary Svetlana Dyer, Assistant Secretary Alexis Rodriguez, Assistant Treasurer Len Rauch, Economic Development Jeff Davis, Barclay Damon Law Firm Amanda Fitzgerald, Barclay Damon Law Firm Paul Reichel, Bond Schoeneck & King Vince Raymond, VIP Structures APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 12, 2023 Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved the regular meeting minutes of October 12, 2023. Motion was carried.
(Janice Herzog arrived at meeting) TREASURER’S REPORT Nate Stevens gave a brief review of the Treasurer’s Report for the month of October 2023. 3 Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved the Treasurer’s Report for the month of October 2023. Motion was carried. Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved the Treasurer’s Report for the month of October 2023. Motion was carried.
Nate Stevens gave a brief review of the Payment of Bills Schedule #487.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved the Payment of Bills Schedule #487 for $373,744.46 with PILOT payments to NY S&W Railway Corporation for $2,910.00, Onondaga County for $8,231.03, City of Syracuse for $7,276.80 and City of Syracuse Central School District for $11,988.90. Motion was carried.
Nate Stevens gave a brief review of the Payment of Bills Schedule #487.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved the Payment of Bills Schedule #487 for $373,744.46 with PILOT payments to NY S&W Railway Corporation for $2,910.00, Onondaga County for $8,231.03, City of Syracuse for $7,276.80 and City of Syracuse Central School District for $11,988.90. Motion was carried.
The Conflict of Interest was circulated and there were no conflicts.
Amanda Fitzgerald stated the Agency approved additional financial assistance to the former Cryomech and now Bluefors project in the Town of DeWitt. She stated the Agency approved a sales and use tax in March that was extended through November 2023. She stated the company needs more time to close on the purchase of the neighboring parcel. She stated they have asked for an extension of the tax exemption through January of 2024 and anticipate closing on the straight lease transaction in January.
Patrick Hogan asked what seems to be the problem. Paul Reichel stated Bluefors is acquiring the adjoining parcel and they need subdivision approvals to combine the parcels. He stated there is a delay in getting the surveys they need. He stated they have received the survey, started the subdivision process, met with the Town Board of DeWitt and they are moving forward. He stated the subdivision will occur in December or January and then they can close. Patrick Hogan stated he has heard this before and understands.
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The Conflict of Interest was circulated and there were no conflicts.
Amanda Fitzgerald stated the Agency approved additional financial assistance to the former Cryomech and now Bluefors project in the Town of DeWitt. She stated the Agency approved a sales and use tax in March that was extended through November 2023. She stated the company needs more time to close on the purchase of the neighboring parcel. She stated they have asked for an extension of the tax exemption through January of 2024 and anticipate closing on the straight lease transaction in January.
Patrick Hogan asked what seems to be the problem. Paul Reichel stated Bluefors is acquiring the adjoining parcel and they need subdivision approvals to combine the parcels. He stated there is a delay in getting the surveys they need. He stated they have received the survey, started the subdivision process, met with the Town Board of DeWitt and they are moving forward. He stated the subdivision will occur in December or January and then they can close. Patrick Hogan stated he has heard this before and understands.
42 Robert Petrovich asked how long the extension will be. Amanda Fitzgerald stated the proposal is through January 31, 2024. She stated if the project is not closing in January they will have to report back to the Agency for another extension.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing an extension of the temporary sales and use tax exemption for Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies Inc. Motion was carried.
Robert Petrovich asked how long the extension will be. Amanda Fitzgerald stated the proposal is through January 31, 2024. She stated if the project is not closing in January they will have to report back to the Agency for another extension.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing an extension of the temporary sales and use tax exemption for Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies Inc. Motion was carried.
Amanda Fitzgerald stated C2 NY Sentinel Heights Solar is a solar project where the Agency provided financial assistance and they closed in January 2023. She stated they put a mortgage on the property in connection with some new financing injected into the property and according to the straight lease transaction document they need Board’s consent to put the mortgage on the property. She stated the Board has seen these before but the difference here is the company has not asked the Agency join the mortgage. She stated the Agency is not being asked to be a party and is simply consenting to the mortgage being put on the property.
Patrick Hogan asked Amanda Fitzgerald if she is comfortable with this. Amanda Fitzgerald stated yes.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution consenting to a mortgage in connection with a project for C2 NY Sentinel Heights Solar, LLC and determining other matters in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
Amanda Fitzgerald stated C2 NY Sentinel Heights Solar is a solar project where the Agency provided financial assistance and they closed in January 2023. She stated they put a mortgage on the property in connection with some new financing injected into the property and according to the straight lease transaction document they need Board’s consent to put the mortgage on the property. She stated the Board has seen these before but the difference here is the company has not asked the Agency join the mortgage. She stated the Agency is not being asked to be a party and is simply consenting to the mortgage being put on the property.
Patrick Hogan asked Amanda Fitzgerald if she is comfortable with this. Amanda Fitzgerald stated yes.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution consenting to a mortgage in connection with a project for C2 NY Sentinel Heights Solar, LLC and determining other matters in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
Robert Petrovich stated this action is a termination of the application for financial assistance by the applicant. He stated there has been a lot of back and forth with the applicant and the
applicant has decided to withdraw. He stated he thinks the fundamental reason was the local access policy and the inability to be able to meet the criteria necessary in order to receive benefits. He stated the applicant is aware and agrees.
53 Kevin Ryan asked if the Agency is out of pocket on this. Robert Petrovich stated OCIDA is not being shorted because of the applicant’s initial deposit. He stated it is an important policy we try to adhere to.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution acknowledging the withdrawal of the application submitted by RPNY 4, LLC and revoking any and all financial assistance granted to RPNY Solar 4, LLC in connection with the project associated with the project number. Motion was carried.
Robert Petrovich stated this action is a termination of the application for financial assistance by the applicant. He stated there has been a lot of back and forth with the applicant and the
applicant has decided to withdraw. He stated he thinks the fundamental reason was the local access policy and the inability to be able to meet the criteria necessary in order to receive benefits. He stated the applicant is aware and agrees.
53 Kevin Ryan asked if the Agency is out of pocket on this. Robert Petrovich stated OCIDA is not being shorted because of the applicant’s initial deposit. He stated it is an important policy we try to adhere to.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution acknowledging the withdrawal of the application submitted by RPNY 4, LLC and revoking any and all financial assistance granted to RPNY Solar 4, LLC in connection with the project associated with the project number. Motion was carried.
Amanda Fitzgerald stated the Agency was the issuer for variable rate demand bonds back in 2007 with the GA Braun Inc. project in the Town of Cicero. She stated this is an administrative action. She stated the marketing agent is currently M&T who is getting out of the remarketing agent business and assigning all of its remarketing agent responsibilities over to Bear Stearns. She stated in order to do that the Agency needs to officially appoint Bear Stearns as the new remarketing agent for the bonds and that is what is being asked of us here. She stated Bear Stearns has signed all of the requisite documents willing to accept the responsibilities of the remarketing agent in accordance with the closing documents.
Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Janice Herzog, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing a successor remarketing agent for the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Variable Rate Demand Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (G.A. Braun, Inc. Project), Series 2007 and authorizing the execution and delivery of related documents in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
SYRACUSE RESEARCH CORPORATION (3101-05-15B) – SUCCESSOR REMARKETING
Amanda Fitzgerald stated the Agency was the issuer for variable rate demand bonds back in 2007 with the GA Braun Inc. project in the Town of Cicero. She stated this is an administrative action. She stated the marketing agent is currently M&T who is getting out of the remarketing agent business and assigning all of its remarketing agent responsibilities over to Bear Stearns. She stated in order to do that the Agency needs to officially appoint Bear Stearns as the new remarketing agent for the bonds and that is what is being asked of us here. She stated Bear Stearns has signed all of the requisite documents willing to accept the responsibilities of the remarketing agent in accordance with the closing documents.
Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Janice Herzog, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing a successor remarketing agent for the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Variable Rate Demand Industrial Development Revenue Bonds (G.A. Braun, Inc. Project), Series 2007 and authorizing the execution and delivery of related documents in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
SYRACUSE RESEARCH CORPORATION (3101-05-15B) – SUCCESSOR REMARKETING
Amanda Fitzgerald stated this is the same request as GA Braun where M& T is getting out of the remarketing agent business and assigning all of their responsibilities, in most cases, to Bear Stearns, which is what we have here. She stated this is in connection with a 2005 bond issuance providing financing for a project in the Town of Cicero for Syracuse Research Corporation. 64 Elizabeth Dreyfuss asked how long the bonds are for. Amanda Fitzgerald stated she is guessing 20 years considering we are more than 15 years out for both of them but she will get the exact answer to that.
Patrick Hogan asked if we got out of bonding a long time ago. Amanda Fitzgerald stated the restrictions for an IDA to issue bonds are much stricter now then they were in the early 2000’s so we don't often see it.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Janice Herzog, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing a successor remarketing agent for the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Variable Rate Demand Civic Facility Revenue Bonds Series 2005 and authorizing the execution and delivery of related documents in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
ENGINEERING SERVICES – CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION Amanda Fitzgerald stated this is the same request as GA Braun where M& T is getting out of the remarketing agent business and assigning all of their responsibilities, in most cases, to Bear Stearns, which is what we have here. She stated this is in connection with a 2005 bond issuance providing financing for a project in the Town of Cicero for Syracuse Research Corporation. 64 Elizabeth Dreyfuss asked how long the bonds are for. Amanda Fitzgerald stated she is guessing 20 years considering we are more than 15 years out for both of them but she will get the exact answer to that.
Patrick Hogan asked if we got out of bonding a long time ago. Amanda Fitzgerald stated the restrictions for an IDA to issue bonds are much stricter now then they were in the early 2000’s so we don't often see it.
Upon a motion by Fanny Villarreal, seconded by Janice Herzog, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution appointing a successor remarketing agent for the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Variable Rate Demand Civic Facility Revenue Bonds Series 2005 and authorizing the execution and delivery of related documents in connection therewith. Motion was carried.
ENGINEERING SERVICES – CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION Robert Petrovich stated as the Board knows we are looking to develop and advance the readiness of White Pine South or Caughdenoy Industrial Park regarding supply chain opportunities that may be coming forward in connection with the Micron project. He stated we have been working with Barton & Loguidice as our consultant, the Board approved this relationship previously, to locate the municipal pump station to serve the greater service area of Clay for municipal sewers as part of increased development. He stated we are also working with Barton & Loguidice to advance wetland delineation, site programming, design for construction pads, etc., all things SEQR and all the things necessary that we need to do to try to advance the site for supply chain. He stated this additional funding is to advance that initiative.
Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a contract with Barton and Loguidice, D.P.C. in the amount of $17,000 for engineering services at Caughdenoy Industrial Business Park. Motion was carried.
75 ENGINEERING SERVICES – CONTRACT AMENDMENT Robert Petrovich stated as the Board knows we are looking to develop and advance the readiness of White Pine South or Caughdenoy Industrial Park regarding supply chain opportunities that may be coming forward in connection with the Micron project. He stated we have been working with Barton & Loguidice as our consultant, the Board approved this relationship previously, to locate the municipal pump station to serve the greater service area of Clay for municipal sewers as part of increased development. He stated we are also working with Barton & Loguidice to advance wetland delineation, site programming, design for construction pads, etc., all things SEQR and all the things necessary that we need to do to try to advance the site for supply chain. He stated this additional funding is to advance that initiative.
Upon a motion by Elizabeth Dreyfuss, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a contract with Barton and Loguidice, D.P.C. in the amount of $17,000 for engineering services at Caughdenoy Industrial Business Park. Motion was carried.
75 ENGINEERING SERVICES – CONTRACT AMENDMENT Robert Petrovich stated this is an $18,690 increase in our authorization for services in connection with the demolition activities that are occurring along Burnet Road. He stated there has been some twists and turns and asbestos and to get to the end need to increase this amount. He stated he is comfortable putting this before the Board for authorization.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing an amendment to the contract for engineering services with Barton & Loguidice in connection with the development of White Pine Commerce Park authorizing asbestos monitoring assistance in the amount of $18,690. Motion was carried.
WHITE PINE COMMERCE PARK DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL: AFFIRMATION OF
Robert Petrovich stated this is an $18,690 increase in our authorization for services in connection with the demolition activities that are occurring along Burnet Road. He stated there has been some twists and turns and asbestos and to get to the end need to increase this amount. He stated he is comfortable putting this before the Board for authorization.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution authorizing an amendment to the contract for engineering services with Barton & Loguidice in connection with the development of White Pine Commerce Park authorizing asbestos monitoring assistance in the amount of $18,690. Motion was carried.
WHITE PINE COMMERCE PARK DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL: AFFIRMATION OF
Jeff Davis stated he is going to read through the pertinent parts of the resolution. He stated the Agency currently owns several parcels of property comprising the White Pine Commerce Park and the property was acquired consistent with the GEIS done in 2013 and the 2021 Supplemental GEIS all in support of economic development for Onondaga County. He stated certain parcels within the park that were purchased included homes and other structures. He stated the purchase agreements by which the Agency took title of those were duly executed and delivered by the Agency pursuant to resolutions authorizing such execution delivery adopted between 2021 and 2023. He stated each subject purchase agreement required homeowners to vacate the improved parcels subject to several post possession life estate or fixture removal conditions and between 2021 and 2023 in connection with the Agency's acquisition of the parcels, homeowners vacated the improved parcels and removed various fixtures and possessions including but not limited to windows, exterior doors, interior doors, cabinets, plumbing, heating and cooling systems. He stated the Agency there after secured the structures that were vacated by the former owners and they became abandoned structures. He stated the windows and doors were boarded up and no trespassing signs posted. He stated it was the Agency’s intent as documented through the GEIS process to create a shovel ready site to stimulate economic growth and general prosperity for the people of the county. He stated it has been necessary from the beginning to remove the abandoned structures. He stated on November 8, 2022 the Agency commenced this process authorizing the procurement of a bid package and a demo and removal package for the Jeff Davis stated he is going to read through the pertinent parts of the resolution. He stated the Agency currently owns several parcels of property comprising the White Pine Commerce Park and the property was acquired consistent with the GEIS done in 2013 and the 2021 Supplemental GEIS all in support of economic development for Onondaga County. He stated certain parcels within the park that were purchased included homes and other structures. He stated the purchase agreements by which the Agency took title of those were duly executed and delivered by the Agency pursuant to resolutions authorizing such execution delivery adopted between 2021 and 2023. He stated each subject purchase agreement required homeowners to vacate the improved parcels subject to several post possession life estate or fixture removal conditions and between 2021 and 2023 in connection with the Agency's acquisition of the parcels, homeowners vacated the improved parcels and removed various fixtures and possessions including but not limited to windows, exterior doors, interior doors, cabinets, plumbing, heating and cooling systems. He stated the Agency there after secured the structures that were vacated by the former owners and they became abandoned structures. He stated the windows and doors were boarded up and no trespassing signs posted. He stated it was the Agency’s intent as documented through the GEIS process to create a shovel ready site to stimulate economic growth and general prosperity for the people of the county. He stated it has been necessary from the beginning to remove the abandoned structures. He stated on November 8, 2022 the Agency commenced this process authorizing the procurement of a bid package and a demo and removal package for the 86 abandoned structures and authorizing the use of the County Division of Purchase to manage any bidding for the work. He stated in May 2023 the Agency had over 35 parcels with abandoned structures and the Agency partnered with Habitat for Humanity to allow for the removal of remaining materials from several of the abandoned infrastructures that would support the mission for Habitat for Humanity. He stated on June 29, 2023 in conjunction with Barton & Loguidice, the Agency advertised for bid for the removal and demolition of the abandoned structures. He stated despite the Agency's best efforts to secure the abandoned structures, vandalism and a host of illegal activities, including theft, illicit drug use, underage drinking and trespassing has ensued. He stated on May 9, 2023, the Agency issued a press release advising the public to remain off the property, including in particular the abandoned structures following incidents of trespass, discharge of firearms and theft. He stated the press release resulted in four separate news articles concerning dangerous and criminal activity in or about the abandoned structures and advising the public to stay away from the park property. He stated on July 14 an application was submitted to the Agency by Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing detailing its plan and desire to invest over $100 billion in White Pine Commerce Park and create 1000s of jobs, stimulating significant economic growth for the county. He stated in relation to the Micron project there has been an increase of legitimate activity within the park by representatives of Micron performing due diligence activities and undertaking certain studies in connection with SEQRA, including various subsurface investigations, which I've defined as investigative work. He stated despite the press release and related news stories, reports of trespass theft and illegal activities in the park of increased creating a public safety concern for remaining residents within the park and in the center of the park as well as those trespassing into the abandoned structures in the areas of the investigative work. He stated on August 10, 2023, the Agency selected Gorick Construction Company to commence demo and removal of the abandoned structures. He stated in September the Agency owned 41 parcels with abandoned structures. He stated in late August and early September the County Department of Emergency Management issued demo permits for removal of the abandoned structures located on the 41 parcels. He stated on October 27, 2023, the County Sheriff's Office apprehended over 40 trespassers at vacant homes within the park. He stated the sheriff reported upon arrival the trespassers ran in different directions requiring Sheriff's office to use helicopter support to locate trespassers within the park. He stated the sheriff's reported to the Agency on October 30, 2023 juveniles are using internet social media threads to organize events at abandoned structures within the park. He stated despite the Agency's best efforts, the abandoned structures within the park are an attractive nuisance resulting in illegal activity in the park that threatens life, health and property for residents within 86 abandoned structures and authorizing the use of the County Division of Purchase to manage any bidding for the work. He stated in May 2023 the Agency had over 35 parcels with abandoned structures and the Agency partnered with Habitat for Humanity to allow for the removal of remaining materials from several of the abandoned infrastructures that would support the mission for Habitat for Humanity. He stated on June 29, 2023 in conjunction with Barton & Loguidice, the Agency advertised for bid for the removal and demolition of the abandoned structures. He stated despite the Agency's best efforts to secure the abandoned structures, vandalism and a host of illegal activities, including theft, illicit drug use, underage drinking and trespassing has ensued. He stated on May 9, 2023, the Agency issued a press release advising the public to remain off the property, including in particular the abandoned structures following incidents of trespass, discharge of firearms and theft. He stated the press release resulted in four separate news articles concerning dangerous and criminal activity in or about the abandoned structures and advising the public to stay away from the park property. He stated on July 14 an application was submitted to the Agency by Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing detailing its plan and desire to invest over $100 billion in White Pine Commerce Park and create 1000s of jobs, stimulating significant economic growth for the county. He stated in relation to the Micron project there has been an increase of legitimate activity within the park by representatives of Micron performing due diligence activities and undertaking certain studies in connection with SEQRA, including various subsurface investigations, which I've defined as investigative work. He stated despite the press release and related news stories, reports of trespass theft and illegal activities in the park of increased creating a public safety concern for remaining residents within the park and in the center of the park as well as those trespassing into the abandoned structures in the areas of the investigative work. He stated on August 10, 2023, the Agency selected Gorick Construction Company to commence demo and removal of the abandoned structures. He stated in September the Agency owned 41 parcels with abandoned structures. He stated in late August and early September the County Department of Emergency Management issued demo permits for removal of the abandoned structures located on the 41 parcels. He stated on October 27, 2023, the County Sheriff's Office apprehended over 40 trespassers at vacant homes within the park. He stated the sheriff reported upon arrival the trespassers ran in different directions requiring Sheriff's office to use helicopter support to locate trespassers within the park. He stated the sheriff's reported to the Agency on October 30, 2023 juveniles are using internet social media threads to organize events at abandoned structures within the park. He stated despite the Agency's best efforts, the abandoned structures within the park are an attractive nuisance resulting in illegal activity in the park that threatens life, health and property for residents within 97 and adjacent to the park. He stated there are two actions. He stated as part of the resolution consistent with the requirements of SEQRA, the Agency hereby affirms and ratifies a declaration of an emergency action under SEQRA to remove the abandoned structures for the protection of life, health and property and the Agency is directing the executive director of the Agency is hereby authorize on behalf of the Agency upon advice of agency counsel to take all necessary steps on a temporary basis to remove the abandoned structures to protect life, health and property consistent with the requirements of SEQRA.
97 and adjacent to the park. He stated there are two actions. He stated as part of the resolution consistent with the requirements of SEQRA, the Agency hereby affirms and ratifies a declaration of an emergency action under SEQRA to remove the abandoned structures for the protection of life, health and property and the Agency is directing the executive director of the Agency is hereby authorize on behalf of the Agency upon advice of agency counsel to take all necessary steps on a temporary basis to remove the abandoned structures to protect life, health and property consistent with the requirements of SEQRA.
Robert Petrovich stated this pot has been on the stove for a while and on October 27 it boiled over. He stated we have been doing our best to try to secure and prohibit trespassing but it has come to a head with latest partying incident. He stated the contractors have also been suffering from theft and burglaries of generators, power tools and other equipment on the site. He stated people are getting caught in structures pulling materials out. He stated although we have a schedule to advance this project, by this action we want to accelerate that process and try to get it done as quickly as possible. He stated we do have people that are still living off of Burnett Road and ancillary to other locations on White Pine and life estates. He stated we certainly don't want to create or at least allow a condition that allows this to continue.
Patrick Hogan asked if procedurally we have done everything as far as public safety aspects go. He stated he commends the Sheriff’s Department for their actions in regard to the last incident. Jeff Davis stated the October 27 incident was not the only incident that has happened out there but it is probably the largest.
Robert Petrovich stated this pot has been on the stove for a while and on October 27 it boiled over. He stated we have been doing our best to try to secure and prohibit trespassing but it has come to a head with latest partying incident. He stated the contractors have also been suffering from theft and burglaries of generators, power tools and other equipment on the site. He stated people are getting caught in structures pulling materials out. He stated although we have a schedule to advance this project, by this action we want to accelerate that process and try to get it done as quickly as possible. He stated we do have people that are still living off of Burnett Road and ancillary to other locations on White Pine and life estates. He stated we certainly don't want to create or at least allow a condition that allows this to continue.
Patrick Hogan asked if procedurally we have done everything as far as public safety aspects go. He stated he commends the Sheriff’s Department for their actions in regard to the last incident. Jeff Davis stated the October 27 incident was not the only incident that has happened out there but it is probably the largest.
Robert Petrovich stated he is trying not to be draconian about it and the Sheriffs asked what we wanted to do and he told them give them a stern warning but apparently that is not effective. He stated the Sheriff’s Department called again and asked what to do and he said press charges. He stated at some point you have to take action and the latest incident was over the top and that is why we are doing this.
Janice Herzog asked what advancing the schedule forward quicker will do. Robert Petrovich stated it eliminates the attractive nuisance. He stated all the structures are going to come down quicker and we are trying to accelerate that schedule to make everything wrap up quicker. He stated our goal is to be done by December 1.
108 Janice Herzog stated it makes the most sense to do it as quick as we can but in terms of our procedures do we already have the bids on who is doing the work. Robert Petrovich stated work is already happening and this resolution is proposing to accelerate this. He stated there are 1,400 acres and we have to keep the road open because there are still people living there. He stated it is not a simple situation.
Jeff Davis stated this is affirming and ratifying the decision making process and affirming the fact that this is an emergency situation at this point.
Robert Petrovich stated he is trying not to be draconian about it and the Sheriffs asked what we wanted to do and he told them give them a stern warning but apparently that is not effective. He stated the Sheriff’s Department called again and asked what to do and he said press charges. He stated at some point you have to take action and the latest incident was over the top and that is why we are doing this.
Janice Herzog asked what advancing the schedule forward quicker will do. Robert Petrovich stated it eliminates the attractive nuisance. He stated all the structures are going to come down quicker and we are trying to accelerate that schedule to make everything wrap up quicker. He stated our goal is to be done by December 1.
108 Janice Herzog stated it makes the most sense to do it as quick as we can but in terms of our procedures do we already have the bids on who is doing the work. Robert Petrovich stated work is already happening and this resolution is proposing to accelerate this. He stated there are 1,400 acres and we have to keep the road open because there are still people living there. He stated it is not a simple situation.
Jeff Davis stated this is affirming and ratifying the decision making process and affirming the fact that this is an emergency situation at this point.
Jeff Davis stated there is other activity going on at the site and there cannot be people running through the site at night. He stated as the legitimate activities increase and the illegal activities increase at some point it is going to come to a head. He stated this is a process that was started back in December.
Kevin Ryan asked if everything that is salvageable has been salvaged. Jeff Davis stated yes. Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution affirming and ratifying the declaration of an emergency action to remove property to protect life, health and property in connection with the development of White Pine Commerce Park. Motion was carried.
Jeff Davis stated there is other activity going on at the site and there cannot be people running through the site at night. He stated as the legitimate activities increase and the illegal activities increase at some point it is going to come to a head. He stated this is a process that was started back in December.
Kevin Ryan asked if everything that is salvageable has been salvaged. Jeff Davis stated yes. Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Kevin Ryan, the OCIDA Board approved a resolution affirming and ratifying the declaration of an emergency action to remove property to protect life, health and property in connection with the development of White Pine Commerce Park. Motion was carried.
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board adjourned the meeting at 9:03 am. Motion was carried.
_________________________________ Nancy Lowery, Secretary 119
Upon a motion by Janice Herzog, seconded by Fanny Villarreal, the OCIDA Board adjourned the meeting at 9:03 am. Motion was carried.
_________________________________ Nancy Lowery, Secretary 119
PHONE: 315.435.3770 • ECONOMICDEVELOPMENT@ONGOV.NET November 30, 2023
Revenue / Expense / Income Current Period Current YTD Amount Change to Budget Operating/Non-Op Revenue 205,551 2,906,743 1,472,880 1,433,863 Administrative Expense 46,108 552,576 816,000 (263,424) Operating/Program Expense 24,252 665,317 656,880 8,437 Net Ordinary Income 135,192 1,688,849 - 1,688,849 Current Assets Current YTD Prior YTD Total Cash 6,549,886 4,191,077 Less Pass Through Received 463,103 - Available Cash 6,086,783 4,191,077 Receivables 230,722 149,691 Total 6,317,505 4,340,768
PHONE: 315.435.3770 • ECONOMICDEVELOPMENT@ONGOV.NET November 30, 2023
Revenue / Expense / Income Current Period Current YTD Amount Change to Budget Operating/Non-Op Revenue 205,551 2,906,743 1,472,880 1,433,863 Administrative Expense 46,108 552,576 816,000 (263,424) Operating/Program Expense 24,252 665,317 656,880 8,437 Net Ordinary Income 135,192 1,688,849 - 1,688,849 Current Assets Current YTD Prior YTD Total Cash 6,549,886 4,191,077 Less Pass Through Received 463,103 - Available Cash 6,086,783 4,191,077 Receivables 230,722 149,691 Total 6,317,505 4,340,768 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Profit and Loss November 2023
Income
2116.1 Agency Fees 61,322.98 2116.3 WPCP Agency Fee 111,111.11 Total 2116 Fees 172,434.09 2410 Lease Income 2,448.60 Total 500 Operating Revenue 174,882.69
2401 Interest Income 19,914.29 Total 501 Non-Operating Revenue 19,914.29 527 Nat Grid Matching Grant 10,754.00
528 Pass thru Income 2,910.00 528.003 OHB Redev LLC Funds Pass Thru 18,376.25 529 PILOT Income 25,179.12 Total 534 Pilot & Pass Thru Revenue 46,465.37 550 WPCP Pass Thru Revenue 970,097.59 Total Income $1,222,113.94 GROSS PROFIT $1,222,113.94 Expenses
6406 Other Professional Services 2,650.75 6407 Administrative Expense 46,107.53 6408 Meeting Expenses 363.94 6409 Conference Attendence 7,800.00 6409.1 Project Events 60.00 6410 Office Expense 1,421.95 6411 Memberships / Sponsorships 3,500.00 Total 6400 Operating Expense 61,904.17
6460 IDA General Legal 4,203.75 Total 6450 Barclay Damon 4,203.75 Total 6440 Legal Fees 4,203.75
6510.5 Insurance 4,251.42 Total 6510 White Pine Commerce Park 4,251.42 Total 6500 Agency Program Expenses 4,251.42 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Profit and Loss November 2023
Income
2116.1 Agency Fees 61,322.98 2116.3 WPCP Agency Fee 111,111.11 Total 2116 Fees 172,434.09 2410 Lease Income 2,448.60 Total 500 Operating Revenue 174,882.69
2401 Interest Income 19,914.29 Total 501 Non-Operating Revenue 19,914.29 527 Nat Grid Matching Grant 10,754.00
528 Pass thru Income 2,910.00 528.003 OHB Redev LLC Funds Pass Thru 18,376.25 529 PILOT Income 25,179.12 Total 534 Pilot & Pass Thru Revenue 46,465.37 550 WPCP Pass Thru Revenue 970,097.59 Total Income $1,222,113.94 GROSS PROFIT $1,222,113.94 Expenses
6406 Other Professional Services 2,650.75 6407 Administrative Expense 46,107.53 6408 Meeting Expenses 363.94 6409 Conference Attendence 7,800.00 6409.1 Project Events 60.00 6410 Office Expense 1,421.95 6411 Memberships / Sponsorships 3,500.00 Total 6400 Operating Expense 61,904.17
6460 IDA General Legal 4,203.75 Total 6450 Barclay Damon 4,203.75 Total 6440 Legal Fees 4,203.75
6510.5 Insurance 4,251.42 Total 6510 White Pine Commerce Park 4,251.42 Total 6500 Agency Program Expenses 4,251.42 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 1/2 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Profit and Loss November 2023
6605.1 Pass thru Expense 2,910.00 6605.2 PILOT Expense 27,496.73 6606 OHB Redev LLC Funds Pass Thru 18,376.25 Total 6605 Pilot & Pass Thru Expenses 48,782.98 Total 6600 Non-Operating Expenses 48,782.98
6610.1 Barclay Damon 177,777.78 6610.2 JMT 128,787.88 6610.6 Barton & Loguidice 50,059.00 6610.7 Gorick Construction 613,472.93 Total 6610 WPCP Pass Thru Expenses 970,097.59 Total Expenses $1,089,239.91 NET OPERATING INCOME $132,874.03 NET INCOME $132,874.03 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 1/2 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Profit and Loss November 2023
6605.1 Pass thru Expense 2,910.00 6605.2 PILOT Expense 27,496.73 6606 OHB Redev LLC Funds Pass Thru 18,376.25 Total 6605 Pilot & Pass Thru Expenses 48,782.98 Total 6600 Non-Operating Expenses 48,782.98
6610.1 Barclay Damon 177,777.78 6610.2 JMT 128,787.88 6610.6 Barton & Loguidice 50,059.00 6610.7 Gorick Construction 613,472.93 Total 6610 WPCP Pass Thru Expenses 970,097.59 Total Expenses $1,089,239.91 NET OPERATING INCOME $132,874.03 NET INCOME $132,874.03 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 2/2 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Current Assets Bank Accounts 200 Cash 0.00 200.1 Cash - M & T Checking 4,640,459.49 200.2 Cash - M & T Money Maker Savings 1,918,334.40 200.4 Destiny USA Restricted Cash -8,957.82 210 Petty Cash 50.00 Total 200 Cash 6,549,886.07 Total Bank Accounts $6,549,886.07 Accounts Receivable 380 Accounts Rec.
380.6 A/R Fees, Lease & PILOT 2,134,573.96 Total 380 Accounts Rec. 2,134,573.96 Total Accounts Receivable $2,134,573.96 Other Current Assets
480.4 Credit Balance on Card -3,400.00 Total 480 Prepaid Expenses -3,400.00 Total Other Current Assets $ -3,400.00 Total Current Assets $8,681,060.03 Fixed Assets
101 White Pines Commerce Park 4,494,521.05
101.101 CHA GEIS 1 267,452.05 101.102 CHA GEIS 2 219,439.36 101.104 GEIS Reg Plan Board Overview 19,797.74 Total 101.1 WPCP GEIS 506,689.15 101.2 WPCP Legal 69,774.25 101.3 Engineering Services 52,675.00 101.301 Temporary Access 4,055.44 101.4 Environmental/Demo Services 10,318.98 Total 101.3 Engineering Services 67,049.42
101.501 Land Purchases 1,160,063.57 101.502 Closing Costs 3,168.14 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 2/2 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Current Assets Bank Accounts 200 Cash 0.00 200.1 Cash - M & T Checking 4,640,459.49 200.2 Cash - M & T Money Maker Savings 1,918,334.40 200.4 Destiny USA Restricted Cash -8,957.82 210 Petty Cash 50.00 Total 200 Cash 6,549,886.07 Total Bank Accounts $6,549,886.07 Accounts Receivable 380 Accounts Rec.
380.6 A/R Fees, Lease & PILOT 2,134,573.96 Total 380 Accounts Rec. 2,134,573.96 Total Accounts Receivable $2,134,573.96 Other Current Assets
480.4 Credit Balance on Card -3,400.00 Total 480 Prepaid Expenses -3,400.00 Total Other Current Assets $ -3,400.00 Total Current Assets $8,681,060.03 Fixed Assets
101 White Pines Commerce Park 4,494,521.05
101.101 CHA GEIS 1 267,452.05 101.102 CHA GEIS 2 219,439.36 101.104 GEIS Reg Plan Board Overview 19,797.74 Total 101.1 WPCP GEIS 506,689.15 101.2 WPCP Legal 69,774.25 101.3 Engineering Services 52,675.00 101.301 Temporary Access 4,055.44 101.4 Environmental/Demo Services 10,318.98 Total 101.3 Engineering Services 67,049.42
101.501 Land Purchases 1,160,063.57 101.502 Closing Costs 3,168.14 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 1/3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Total 101.5 Land Acquisition Costs 1,163,231.71 101.6 WPCP Marketing 2,984.34 Total 101 White Pines Commerce Park 6,304,249.92 106 North Salina Properties 0.00 106.1 435 North Salina 17,083.55 106.3 435 North Salina Building 634,421.53 Total 106 North Salina Properties 651,505.08 107 800 Hiawatha 604,840.42 Total 100 Land 7,560,595.42
104.1 Office Furniture 1,429.00 104.2 Equipment 4,589.00 Total 104 Machinery & Equipment 6,018.00 211 A/D Office Furniture -4,124.00 213 A/D Buildings -113,870.00 250 Investment in Real Property 29,508,083.00 Total Fixed Assets $36,956,702.42 Other Assets 240 Blue Sky Redevelopment 1,641.76 Total Other Assets $1,641.76 TOTAL ASSETS $45,639,404.21 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 1/3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Total 101.5 Land Acquisition Costs 1,163,231.71 101.6 WPCP Marketing 2,984.34 Total 101 White Pines Commerce Park 6,304,249.92 106 North Salina Properties 0.00 106.1 435 North Salina 17,083.55 106.3 435 North Salina Building 634,421.53 Total 106 North Salina Properties 651,505.08 107 800 Hiawatha 604,840.42 Total 100 Land 7,560,595.42
104.1 Office Furniture 1,429.00 104.2 Equipment 4,589.00 Total 104 Machinery & Equipment 6,018.00 211 A/D Office Furniture -4,124.00 213 A/D Buildings -113,870.00 250 Investment in Real Property 29,508,083.00 Total Fixed Assets $36,956,702.42 Other Assets 240 Blue Sky Redevelopment 1,641.76 Total Other Assets $1,641.76 TOTAL ASSETS $45,639,404.21
Liabilities Current Liabilities Accounts Payable 300 WPCP Pass Thru Payable 2,066,845.56 Total Accounts Payable $2,066,845.56 Other Current Liabilities 600 Accounts Payable 0.00 600.1 Due to Related Party - OED 552,575.63 600.102 Due to BD WPCP -0.34 600.204 OHB Redev LLC Funds 251,658.15 600.205 Exp Pay Prev Period 9,700.03 600.206 Mileage Reimbursement 0.34 600.208 BlueRock Energy Agreement Deposit 25,000.00 600.209 Syracuse Rail Overpayment 500.00 600.3 Onondaga County Loan 28,079,656.77 600.31 Accrued Interest - OC Note Payable 488,656.00 Total 600.3 Onondaga County Loan 28,568,312.77
Liabilities Current Liabilities Accounts Payable 300 WPCP Pass Thru Payable 2,066,845.56 Total Accounts Payable $2,066,845.56 Other Current Liabilities 600 Accounts Payable 0.00 600.1 Due to Related Party - OED 552,575.63 600.102 Due to BD WPCP -0.34 600.204 OHB Redev LLC Funds 251,658.15 600.205 Exp Pay Prev Period 9,700.03 600.206 Mileage Reimbursement 0.34 600.208 BlueRock Energy Agreement Deposit 25,000.00 600.209 Syracuse Rail Overpayment 500.00 600.3 Onondaga County Loan 28,079,656.77 600.31 Accrued Interest - OC Note Payable 488,656.00 Total 600.3 Onondaga County Loan 28,568,312.77 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 2/3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Total 600 Accounts Payable 29,407,746.58
602 Pass Thru Payable 32,471.00 603 PILOT Pass Thru -1,431.78 Total 601 PILOT and Pass Thru Payable 31,039.22
631.15 Salina -0.81 Total 631.1 Towns -0.81
631.356 Syracuse -0.10 Total 631.3 Schools -0.10 631.4 Onondaga County -0.09 631.5 City of Syracuse -0.36 Total 631 Due to Other Governments -1.36 Total Other Current Liabilities $29,438,784.44 Total Current Liabilities $31,505,630.00 Total Liabilities $31,505,630.00 Equity 3900 Equity Unreserved 9,753,381.97 3901 Equity-Investment Fixed Assets 2,345,838.63 463 Reserve For Contracts 368,811.84 465 Equity - Unreserved 4,017.16 Net Income 1,661,724.61 Total Equity $14,133,774.21 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY $45,639,404.21 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 2/3 Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency Balance Sheet As of November 30, 2023
Total 600 Accounts Payable 29,407,746.58
602 Pass Thru Payable 32,471.00 603 PILOT Pass Thru -1,431.78 Total 601 PILOT and Pass Thru Payable 31,039.22
631.15 Salina -0.81 Total 631.1 Towns -0.81
631.356 Syracuse -0.10 Total 631.3 Schools -0.10 631.4 Onondaga County -0.09 631.5 City of Syracuse -0.36 Total 631 Due to Other Governments -1.36 Total Other Current Liabilities $29,438,784.44 Total Current Liabilities $31,505,630.00 Total Liabilities $31,505,630.00 Equity 3900 Equity Unreserved 9,753,381.97 3901 Equity-Investment Fixed Assets 2,345,838.63 463 Reserve For Contracts 368,811.84 465 Equity - Unreserved 4,017.16 Net Income 1,661,724.61 Total Equity $14,133,774.21 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY $45,639,404.21 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 3/3 Accrual Basis Wednesday, December 6, 2023 12:48 PM GMT-05:00 3/3
PAYMENT OF BILLS - SCHEDULE #488 December 14, 2023
PAYMENT OF BILLS - SCHEDULE #488 December 14, 2023
1. UNITED STATES LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY* $ 349.00 Policy #XL1634729 2. BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 177,777.78 October 2023 Legal Costs 3. JMT OF NEW YORK, INC. $ 128,787.88 October 2023 Engineering Costs 4. BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 8,100.00 August 2023 Pre-Demolition Costs 5. GORICK CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. $ 148,437.50 Pre-Demolition Costs 6. ONONDAGA COUNTY $ 883.50 3rd Q 2023 Permit Reviews 7. NAFTZ $ 1,250.00 Annual Membership, Inv#1090 8. PARK STRATEGIES, LLC $ 7,500.00 Consulting Services, Inv#'s 16588758, 16588757, 16588958 9. BARTON & LOGUIDICE, D.P.C. $ 4,400.00 Brewerton Rd Phase I ESA, Inv#133728 10. LEN RAUCH $ 38.99 Meeting Reimbursement 11. BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 5,527.86 Caughdenoy Business Park, Inv#138029 *Ratification of Check dated November 9, 2023 Schedule#487 12 BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 31,303.13 Caughdenoy Business Park, Inv#138030
1. UNITED STATES LIABILITY INSURANCE COMPANY* $ 349.00 Policy #XL1634729 2. BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 177,777.78 October 2023 Legal Costs 3. JMT OF NEW YORK, INC. $ 128,787.88 October 2023 Engineering Costs 4. BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 8,100.00 August 2023 Pre-Demolition Costs 5. GORICK CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. $ 148,437.50 Pre-Demolition Costs 6. ONONDAGA COUNTY $ 883.50 3rd Q 2023 Permit Reviews 7. NAFTZ $ 1,250.00 Annual Membership, Inv#1090 8. PARK STRATEGIES, LLC $ 7,500.00 Consulting Services, Inv#'s 16588758, 16588757, 16588958 9. BARTON & LOGUIDICE, D.P.C. $ 4,400.00 Brewerton Rd Phase I ESA, Inv#133728 10. LEN RAUCH $ 38.99 Meeting Reimbursement 11. BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 5,527.86 Caughdenoy Business Park, Inv#138029 *Ratification of Check dated November 9, 2023 Schedule#487 12 BARTON & LOGUIDICE $ 31,303.13 Caughdenoy Business Park, Inv#138030 13 BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 75.00 Roth Steel, Inv#5262904 14 BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 1,537.50 IDA Legal, Inv#5263730 15 ABC CREATIVE GROUP, LLC $ 14,000.00 Marketing/Public Relations, Inv#8030 TOTAL $ 529,968.14 13 BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 75.00 Roth Steel, Inv#5262904 14 BARCLAY DAMON LLP $ 1,537.50 IDA Legal, Inv#5263730 15 ABC CREATIVE GROUP, LLC $ 14,000.00 Marketing/Public Relations, Inv#8030 TOTAL $ 529,968.14
PAYMENT OF BILLS - SCHEDULE #488 December 14, 2023 PILOT Payments 1. ONONDAGA COUNTY* $ 1,406.83 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment 2. TOWN OF ONONDAGA* $ 4.39 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment 3. TOWN OF DEWITT* $ 21.56 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment TOTAL $1,432.78 *Ratification of Checks dated November 16, 2023 1 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
PAYMENT OF BILLS - SCHEDULE #488 December 14, 2023 PILOT Payments 1. ONONDAGA COUNTY* $ 1,406.83 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment 2. TOWN OF ONONDAGA* $ 4.39 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment 3. TOWN OF DEWITT* $ 21.56 Syracuse Rail 3rd Q PILOT Payment TOTAL $1,432.78 *Ratification of Checks dated November 16, 2023 1 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
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1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 PROPOSED PROJECT OVERVIEW AND DESCRIPTION........................................................... 1 1.1.1 Proposed Project Location ....................................................................................... 2 1.1.2 Project Background ................................................................................................... 2 1.1.3 Project Description ..................................................................................................... 5 1.1.3.1 Micron Campus.......................................................................................... 5 1.1.3.2 Off-Site Improvements ............................................................................... 7 1.1.3.3 Proposed Project Employment................................................................. 9 2 THE SCOPING PROCESS AND AGENCY COORDINATION ........................................................... 11 3 PURPOSE AND NEED ........................................................................................................................ 13 3.1 PURPOSE AND NEED .............................................................................................................. 13 3.2 PROJECT BACKGROUND ...................................................................................................... 13 4 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES .................................................................................................................. 18 4.1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 18 4.2 DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVE PROJECT LOCATIONS ......................................................... 18 4.2.1 Alternative Sites in New York State ......................................................................... 18 4.2.2 Alternative Sites and Design Options in Onondaga County .............................. 19 4.2.3 Other Alternatives Considered but Determined Not Feasible............................ 20 4.3 ALTERNATIVES TO BE CONSIDERED IN THE DEIS .................................................................. 20 4.3.1 No Action Alternative .............................................................................................. 20 4.3.2 The Proposed Project ............................................................................................... 20 4.3.3 The Proposed Project with No Access from US Route 11 .................................... 21 4.3.4 Alternative Internal Configurations of the Proposed Project .............................. 21 4.3.5 Reduced Scale Proposed Project .......................................................................... 21 5 ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK .................................................................................................................. 23 5.1 ORGANIZATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT ....................................... 23 5.2 ANALYSIS YEARS ..................................................................................................................... 24 5.3 METHODOLOGIES FOR TECHNICAL ANALYSES ................................................................... 25 5.3.1 Technical Studies ...................................................................................................... 25 6 AGENCY AND PUBLIC COORDINATION ........................................................................................ 34 6.1 AGENCY COORDINATION ACTIVITIES ................................................................................. 34 APPENDIX A ............................................................................................................................................... 37
1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 PROPOSED PROJECT OVERVIEW AND DESCRIPTION........................................................... 1 1.1.1 Proposed Project Location ....................................................................................... 2 1.1.2 Project Background ................................................................................................... 2 1.1.3 Project Description ..................................................................................................... 5 1.1.3.1 Micron Campus.......................................................................................... 5 1.1.3.2 Off-Site Improvements ............................................................................... 7 1.1.3.3 Proposed Project Employment................................................................. 9 2 THE SCOPING PROCESS AND AGENCY COORDINATION ........................................................... 11 3 PURPOSE AND NEED ........................................................................................................................ 13 3.1 PURPOSE AND NEED .............................................................................................................. 13 3.2 PROJECT BACKGROUND ...................................................................................................... 13 4 PROJECT ALTERNATIVES .................................................................................................................. 18 4.1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................... 18 4.2 DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVE PROJECT LOCATIONS ......................................................... 18 4.2.1 Alternative Sites in New York State ......................................................................... 18 4.2.2 Alternative Sites and Design Options in Onondaga County .............................. 19 4.2.3 Other Alternatives Considered but Determined Not Feasible............................ 20 4.3 ALTERNATIVES TO BE CONSIDERED IN THE DEIS .................................................................. 20 4.3.1 No Action Alternative .............................................................................................. 20 4.3.2 The Proposed Project ............................................................................................... 20 4.3.3 The Proposed Project with No Access from US Route 11 .................................... 21 4.3.4 Alternative Internal Configurations of the Proposed Project .............................. 21 4.3.5 Reduced Scale Proposed Project .......................................................................... 21 5 ANALYSIS FRAMEWORK .................................................................................................................. 23 5.1 ORGANIZATION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT ....................................... 23 5.2 ANALYSIS YEARS ..................................................................................................................... 24 5.3 METHODOLOGIES FOR TECHNICAL ANALYSES ................................................................... 25 5.3.1 Technical Studies ...................................................................................................... 25 6 AGENCY AND PUBLIC COORDINATION ........................................................................................ 34 6.1 AGENCY COORDINATION ACTIVITIES ................................................................................. 34 APPENDIX A ............................................................................................................................................... 37
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TABLE 1 SUMMARY OF ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED OR TO BE CONSIDERED................................................. 22 TABLE 2 PRELIMINARY LIST OF SEQRA LEAD, INVOLVED, AND INTERESTED AGENCIES ................................... 35 TABLE 3 PRELIMINARY LIST OF FEDERAL AGENCIES .................................................................................... 36
TABLE 1 SUMMARY OF ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED OR TO BE CONSIDERED................................................. 22 TABLE 2 PRELIMINARY LIST OF SEQRA LEAD, INVOLVED, AND INTERESTED AGENCIES ................................... 35 TABLE 3 PRELIMINARY LIST OF FEDERAL AGENCIES .................................................................................... 36
FIGURE 1 VICINITY MAP............................................................................................................................ 3 FIGURE 2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED PROJECT ............................................................................................. 4 FIGURE 3 PROPOSED SITE PLAN FOR MICRON CAMPUS ............................................................................... 6 FIGURE 4 PROPOSED PROJECT AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS..................................................................... 10
FIGURE 1 VICINITY MAP............................................................................................................................ 3 FIGURE 2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED PROJECT ............................................................................................. 4 FIGURE 3 PROPOSED SITE PLAN FOR MICRON CAMPUS ............................................................................... 6 FIGURE 4 PROPOSED PROJECT AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS..................................................................... 10
FIGURE A-1 TRAFFIC STUDY AREA .......................................................................................................... 38 FIGURE A-2 AUTOMATIC TRAFFIC RECORDER (ATR) COUNT LOCATIONS ......................................... 40 FIGURE A-3 TURNING MOVEMENT COUNT (TMC) COUNT LOCATIONS ............................................. 41 FIGURE A-4 VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION COUNT (VCC) COUNT LOCATIONS ...................................... 42 12/14/2023 ii 30
FIGURE A-1 TRAFFIC STUDY AREA .......................................................................................................... 38 FIGURE A-2 AUTOMATIC TRAFFIC RECORDER (ATR) COUNT LOCATIONS ......................................... 40 FIGURE A-3 TURNING MOVEMENT COUNT (TMC) COUNT LOCATIONS ............................................. 41 FIGURE A-4 VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION COUNT (VCC) COUNT LOCATIONS ...................................... 42 12/14/2023 ii 30
ADA ........................................................................................................... Americans with Disabilities Act CEQ ...................................................................................................... Council on Environmental Quality CFR................................................................................................................ Code of Federal Regulations CLCPA .................................................................. Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act DEIS ..............................................................................................Draft Environmental Impact Statement EIS .......................................................................................................... Environmental Impact Statement FHWA ....................................................................................................... Federal Highway Administration GEIS ........................................................................................ Generic Environmental Impact Statement GHG .................................................................................................................................. Greenhouse Gas LWRP .......................................................................................... Local Waterfront Revitalization Program MSAT ....................................................................................................................... Mobile Source Air Toxic NAAQS .......................................................................................National Ambient Air Quality Standards NEPA .................................................................................................... National Environmental Policy Act NOI ....................................................................................................................................... Notice of Intent NYSDEC .................................................. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation NYSDOT ........................................................................... New York State Department of Transportation OCDOT .....................................................................Onondaga County Department of Transportation OCDWEP ...................................... Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection OCIDA .................................................................. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency OCWA .............................................................................................. Onondaga County Water Authority OPRHP ...................................... New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation SEQRA ...................................................................... New York State Environmental Quality Review Act SGEIS .............................................................Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement SHPO ...................................................................................................... State Historic Preservation Office SMTC ................................................................................Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council SPDES ................................................................................. State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System SWPPP ............................................................................................. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan TEM ..................................................................................................... NYSDOT’s The Environment Manual USACE ........................................................................................... United States Army Corps of Engineers U.S.C. ............................................................................................................................ United States Code USEPA .......................................................................... United States Environmental Protection Agency USFWS ............................................................................................ United States Fish and Wildlife Service WPCP .............................................................................................................. White Pine Commerce Park WWTP ............................................................................................................ Wastewater Treatment Plant
ADA ........................................................................................................... Americans with Disabilities Act CEQ ...................................................................................................... Council on Environmental Quality CFR................................................................................................................ Code of Federal Regulations CLCPA .................................................................. Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act DEIS ..............................................................................................Draft Environmental Impact Statement EIS .......................................................................................................... Environmental Impact Statement FHWA ....................................................................................................... Federal Highway Administration GEIS ........................................................................................ Generic Environmental Impact Statement GHG .................................................................................................................................. Greenhouse Gas LWRP .......................................................................................... Local Waterfront Revitalization Program MSAT ....................................................................................................................... Mobile Source Air Toxic NAAQS .......................................................................................National Ambient Air Quality Standards NEPA .................................................................................................... National Environmental Policy Act NOI ....................................................................................................................................... Notice of Intent NYSDEC .................................................. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation NYSDOT ........................................................................... New York State Department of Transportation OCDOT .....................................................................Onondaga County Department of Transportation OCDWEP ...................................... Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection OCIDA .................................................................. Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency OCWA .............................................................................................. Onondaga County Water Authority OPRHP ...................................... New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation SEQRA ...................................................................... New York State Environmental Quality Review Act SGEIS .............................................................Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement SHPO ...................................................................................................... State Historic Preservation Office SMTC ................................................................................Syracuse Metropolitan Transportation Council SPDES ................................................................................. State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System SWPPP ............................................................................................. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan TEM ..................................................................................................... NYSDOT’s The Environment Manual USACE ........................................................................................... United States Army Corps of Engineers U.S.C. ............................................................................................................................ United States Code USEPA .......................................................................... United States Environmental Protection Agency USFWS ............................................................................................ United States Fish and Wildlife Service WPCP .............................................................................................................. White Pine Commerce Park WWTP ............................................................................................................ Wastewater Treatment Plant 12/14/2023 iii 31 This page is left blank intentionally.
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Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing LLC (Micron), a Delaware limited liability company (LLC) and wholly owned subsidiary of Micron Technology, Inc., is proposing to construct a semiconductor manufacturing campus (the “Micron Campus”) in the Town of Clay, New York, at the White Pine Commerce Park (WPCP), an approximately 1,400-acre industrial park controlled by the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA). The Micron Campus, together with ancillary development on nearby properties (described below), are referred to collectively as the “Proposed Project.” After receipt of an Application for Financial Assistance from Micron, OCIDA circulated a notice of intent to serve as State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) (6 NYCRR Part 617) (New York Environmental Conservation Law §§8-0101 et seq.) Lead Agency on July 28, 2023. No objections to that notice were received during the 30-day period commencing on that date. At its regular meeting of September 14, 2023, OCIDA issued a Positive Declaration, indicating the need for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), and scheduled a public scoping meeting held on October 11, 2023.
Micron New York Semiconductor Manufacturing LLC (Micron), a Delaware limited liability company (LLC) and wholly owned subsidiary of Micron Technology, Inc., is proposing to construct a semiconductor manufacturing campus (the “Micron Campus”) in the Town of Clay, New York, at the White Pine Commerce Park (WPCP), an approximately 1,400-acre industrial park controlled by the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA). The Micron Campus, together with ancillary development on nearby properties (described below), are referred to collectively as the “Proposed Project.” After receipt of an Application for Financial Assistance from Micron, OCIDA circulated a notice of intent to serve as State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) (6 NYCRR Part 617) (New York Environmental Conservation Law §§8-0101 et seq.) Lead Agency on July 28, 2023. No objections to that notice were received during the 30-day period commencing on that date. At its regular meeting of September 14, 2023, OCIDA issued a Positive Declaration, indicating the need for an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), and scheduled a public scoping meeting held on October 11, 2023.
Micron, as the Project Sponsor, will prepare a draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) pursuant to SEQRA. Since Micron is seeking federal funding under the “Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act of 2022 (the “CHIPS Act”) and the Proposed Project will require certain federal permits and approvals that require federal environmental review, including, but not limited to, federal wetlands permits pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, the SEQRA DEIS will also contain information to support the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 United States Code (U.S.C.) § 4321 et seq.) review.
This document is the Final SEQRA Scope for the proposed DEIS. It was prepared pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617.8 and provides: (1) a brief description of the Proposed Project; (2) an identification of potentially significant adverse impacts from the SEQRA Environmental Assessment Form and through consultation with Federal, State, and local agencies; (3) the extent and quality of information needed to adequately address each impact; (4) an initial identification of mitigation measures; and (5) the reasonable alternatives to be considered.
Micron, as the Project Sponsor, will prepare a draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) pursuant to SEQRA. Since Micron is seeking federal funding under the “Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act of 2022 (the “CHIPS Act”) and the Proposed Project will require certain federal permits and approvals that require federal environmental review, including, but not limited to, federal wetlands permits pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, the SEQRA DEIS will also contain information to support the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 United States Code (U.S.C.) § 4321 et seq.) review.
This document is the Final SEQRA Scope for the proposed DEIS. It was prepared pursuant to 6 NYCRR Part 617.8 and provides: (1) a brief description of the Proposed Project; (2) an identification of potentially significant adverse impacts from the SEQRA Environmental Assessment Form and through consultation with Federal, State, and local agencies; (3) the extent and quality of information needed to adequately address each impact; (4) an initial identification of mitigation measures; and (5) the reasonable alternatives to be considered.
Micron is a world leader in innovative memory solutions that transform how the world uses information. For over 40 years, the company has been instrumental to the world’s most significant technology advancements, delivering optimal memory and storage systems for a broad range of applications. Memory is at the leading edge of semiconductor manufacturing and fuels everything from feature-rich 5G smartphones to the AI-enabled cloud. Micron’s leadership in both 12/14/2023 1 33 DRAM and NAND technologies provides the market-based confidence to invest up to $100 billion to affirm the company’s industry-leading memory innovation and deliver differentiated products to its customers.
Micron is a world leader in innovative memory solutions that transform how the world uses information. For over 40 years, the company has been instrumental to the world’s most significant technology advancements, delivering optimal memory and storage systems for a broad range of applications. Memory is at the leading edge of semiconductor manufacturing and fuels everything from feature-rich 5G smartphones to the AI-enabled cloud. Micron’s leadership in both 12/14/2023 1 33 DRAM and NAND technologies provides the market-based confidence to invest up to $100 billion to affirm the company’s industry-leading memory innovation and deliver differentiated products to its customers.
Micron’s proposed semiconductor manufacturing facility campus (“Micron Campus”) in the Town of Clay, Onondaga County, New York will be built-out over an approximate 20-year period, and will consist of the construction of four (4) Memory Fabrication facilities (Fabs). Micron expects that the Fabs will be built in sequence, with construction of each Fab starting as the preceding Fab is being fit-out with manufacturing equipment and operations begun (the DEIS will analyze two interim analysis years as well as a final year of completion). This process will result in continuous construction activities on the site over the approximate 20-year period, with a significant portion of that construction occurring inside previously-constructed Fab buildings. Micron intends to start construction of the Micron Campus in 2024 with Fabs 1 and 2 operational by 2032. Fabs 3 and 4 would be operational by 2041.
Micron’s proposed semiconductor manufacturing facility campus (“Micron Campus”) in the Town of Clay, Onondaga County, New York will be built-out over an approximate 20-year period, and will consist of the construction of four (4) Memory Fabrication facilities (Fabs). Micron expects that the Fabs will be built in sequence, with construction of each Fab starting as the preceding Fab is being fit-out with manufacturing equipment and operations begun (the DEIS will analyze two interim analysis years as well as a final year of completion). This process will result in continuous construction activities on the site over the approximate 20-year period, with a significant portion of that construction occurring inside previously-constructed Fab buildings. Micron intends to start construction of the Micron Campus in 2024 with Fabs 1 and 2 operational by 2032. Fabs 3 and 4 would be operational by 2041.
The proposed Micron Campus is an approximately 1,400-acre assemblage of land located at the White Pine Commerce Park (WPCP) in the Town of Clay bordered by NYS Route 31 to the south, Caughdenoy Road to the west, a series of National Grid overhead power lines to the north (although the Micron Campus extends approximately 100 feet beyond the power lines), and the Town of Clay/Town of Cicero boundary line to the east. Most of the Micron Campus is contained within the Town of Clay, Onondaga County, New York and is accessible from I-81 via an interchange with NYS Route 31. Figure 1 identifies the broader vicinity within which the Micron Campus would be located. Figure 2 identifies the Micron Campus in relation to surrounding roadways.
The proposed Micron Campus is an approximately 1,400-acre assemblage of land located at the White Pine Commerce Park (WPCP) in the Town of Clay bordered by NYS Route 31 to the south, Caughdenoy Road to the west, a series of National Grid overhead power lines to the north (although the Micron Campus extends approximately 100 feet beyond the power lines), and the Town of Clay/Town of Cicero boundary line to the east. Most of the Micron Campus is contained within the Town of Clay, Onondaga County, New York and is accessible from I-81 via an interchange with NYS Route 31. Figure 1 identifies the broader vicinity within which the Micron Campus would be located. Figure 2 identifies the Micron Campus in relation to surrounding roadways.
OCIDA completed a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) in 2013 and a Supplemental GEIS (SGEIS) in 2021 on potential development of WPCP with manufacturing use. See Section 3.2 for additional information on the project background and OCIDA’s efforts to prepare a shovel- ready site for manufacturing use, with a particular focus on the semiconductor industry. 12/14/2023 2 34
OCIDA completed a Generic Environmental Impact Statement (GEIS) in 2013 and a Supplemental GEIS (SGEIS) in 2021 on potential development of WPCP with manufacturing use. See Section 3.2 for additional information on the project background and OCIDA’s efforts to prepare a shovel- ready site for manufacturing use, with a particular focus on the semiconductor industry. 12/14/2023 2 34
The Micron Campus would comprise approximately 1,400 acres, consisting of the enlarged WPCP parcel studied in the 2021 SGEIS along with additional contiguous acreage acquired or to be acquired by OCIDA or Micron. Each Fab is expected to cover approximately 1.2 million sf of land and contain approximately 600,000 sf of cleanroom space 1, 290,000 sf of cleanroom support space2, and 250,000 sf of administrative space. Each set of two Fabs will be supported by approximately 470,000 sf of central utility buildings3, 200,000 sf of warehouse space, and 200,000 sf of product testing space4 housed in separate buildings. The Micron Campus will also have ancillary on-site electrical substations, as well as facilities for water and wastewater treatment and storage, along with industrial gas storage. See Figure 3 for a preliminary site plan of the proposed Micron Campus.
Two (2) additional properties will be developed with uses ancillary to the Micron Campus (see Figure 4):
▪ An approximately 30.2-acre parcel on the north side of Caughdenoy Road (Town of Clay tax parcel 042.-01-13.0, 9100 Caughdenoy Road) (the “Childcare Site”) on which Micron will construct an employee health care center and childcare center; and ▪ An approximately 1-acre parcel on the northwest side of the WPCP (048.-01-02.1) (“jack and bore site”) which will be used for utility line conveyance.
The Micron Campus would comprise approximately 1,400 acres, consisting of the enlarged WPCP parcel studied in the 2021 SGEIS along with additional contiguous acreage acquired or to be acquired by OCIDA or Micron. Each Fab is expected to cover approximately 1.2 million sf of land and contain approximately 600,000 sf of cleanroom space 1, 290,000 sf of cleanroom support space2, and 250,000 sf of administrative space. Each set of two Fabs will be supported by approximately 470,000 sf of central utility buildings3, 200,000 sf of warehouse space, and 200,000 sf of product testing space4 housed in separate buildings. The Micron Campus will also have ancillary on-site electrical substations, as well as facilities for water and wastewater treatment and storage, along with industrial gas storage. See Figure 3 for a preliminary site plan of the proposed Micron Campus.
Two (2) additional properties will be developed with uses ancillary to the Micron Campus (see Figure 4):
▪ An approximately 30.2-acre parcel on the north side of Caughdenoy Road (Town of Clay tax parcel 042.-01-13.0, 9100 Caughdenoy Road) (the “Childcare Site”) on which Micron will construct an employee health care center and childcare center; and ▪ An approximately 1-acre parcel on the northwest side of the WPCP (048.-01-02.1) (“jack and bore site”) which will be used for utility line conveyance.
The Micron Campus, with four (4) Fabs and all ancillary support facilities, driveways, and parking; the jack and bore site; and the Childcare Site comprise the “Proposed Project.” The DEIS will include additional description of each element of the Proposed Project as well as a high-level description of key Micron systems to provide an understanding of Micron’s proposed use and management of water, chemicals, and energy serving the site (including provisions for renewable energy sources). The DEIS will also describe Micron’s generation and management of various waste streams and how best management practices will be implemented to limit energy consumption, water consumption, air pollutants, and generation of waste.
The Micron Campus, with four (4) Fabs and all ancillary support facilities, driveways, and parking; the jack and bore site; and the Childcare Site comprise the “Proposed Project.” The DEIS will include additional description of each element of the Proposed Project as well as a high-level description of key Micron systems to provide an understanding of Micron’s proposed use and management of water, chemicals, and energy serving the site (including provisions for renewable energy sources). The DEIS will also describe Micron’s generation and management of various waste streams and how best management practices will be implemented to limit energy consumption, water consumption, air pollutants, and generation of waste.
1 Cleanroom: This part of the campus is where the thousands of advanced pieces of equipment are housed that are used to take raw silicon wafers and build the chips. It is called a cleanroom because there are strict requirements on particles in the air that can impact the functionality of the chips. The chips are built up in layers of metals and insulators, similar to how a building is constructed floor-by-floor.
2 Cleanroom support: This part of the campus includes functions such as workshops to refurbish parts, labs to complete incoming chemical tests, surface analysis of what is on the wafers, and analysis of cross-sections of the wafer to validate the structure of the chips meets requirements.
3 Central utility building: These buildings house the systems required for delivering the utilities necessary to produce the chips. These utilities include systems such as HVAC, electrical transmission equipment, water purification and recycling, and chemical/specialty gas delivery systems.
4 Product testing space: This space is used to house advanced equipment that takes finished wafers and performs electrical testing that validates the chips function to required specifications before the wafers are shipped out for assembly into products and further testing.
12/14/2023 5 37 1 Cleanroom: This part of the campus is where the thousands of advanced pieces of equipment are housed that are used to take raw silicon wafers and build the chips. It is called a cleanroom because there are strict requirements on particles in the air that can impact the functionality of the chips. The chips are built up in layers of metals and insulators, similar to how a building is constructed floor-by-floor.
2 Cleanroom support: This part of the campus includes functions such as workshops to refurbish parts, labs to complete incoming chemical tests, surface analysis of what is on the wafers, and analysis of cross-sections of the wafer to validate the structure of the chips meets requirements.
3 Central utility building: These buildings house the systems required for delivering the utilities necessary to produce the chips. These utilities include systems such as HVAC, electrical transmission equipment, water purification and recycling, and chemical/specialty gas delivery systems.
4 Product testing space: This space is used to house advanced equipment that takes finished wafers and performs electrical testing that validates the chips function to required specifications before the wafers are shipped out for assembly into products and further testing.
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Off-site energy (natural gas and electricity), telecommunications, water, wastewater utility, and rail spur improvements also will be required and will be identified as “off-site improvements” necessary for the Proposed Project (see Figure 4). The DEIS will assess impacts of the Proposed Project and off-site improvements. National Grid will complete a separate Article 7 regulatory process before the New York Public Service Commission with regard to the electric transmission lines needed for the Proposed Project. The following off-site improvements have been identified: Energy ▪ Extension of a 16-inch diameter natural gas line from National Grid’s Gas Regulator Station (GRS) 147 at 4459 NYS Route 31 to the Micron Campus (approximately 3.15 miles) and construction of GRS 147A at the same address as the existing GRS;
▪ Construction of eight (two per Fab) underground electrical transmission duct bank connections from the existing National Grid sub-station west of Caughdenoy Road. Telecommunications ▪ Extension of existing fiber-optic lines located along NYS Route 31 to the Micron Campus and from the existing fiber-optic lines located along Caughdenoy Road.
Water Supply
Off-site energy (natural gas and electricity), telecommunications, water, wastewater utility, and rail spur improvements also will be required and will be identified as “off-site improvements” necessary for the Proposed Project (see Figure 4). The DEIS will assess impacts of the Proposed Project and off-site improvements. National Grid will complete a separate Article 7 regulatory process before the New York Public Service Commission with regard to the electric transmission lines needed for the Proposed Project. The following off-site improvements have been identified: Energy ▪ Extension of a 16-inch diameter natural gas line from National Grid’s Gas Regulator Station (GRS) 147 at 4459 NYS Route 31 to the Micron Campus (approximately 3.15 miles) and construction of GRS 147A at the same address as the existing GRS;
▪ Construction of eight (two per Fab) underground electrical transmission duct bank connections from the existing National Grid sub-station west of Caughdenoy Road. Telecommunications ▪ Extension of existing fiber-optic lines located along NYS Route 31 to the Micron Campus and from the existing fiber-optic lines located along Caughdenoy Road.
Water Supply Onondaga County Water Authority (OCWA) has capacity within its water supply system to service Micron’s initial water demand for construction and operations of Fab 1 (approximately 11.5 million gallons per day (MGD)). A new Clear Water Pumping Station at OCWA’s Lake Ontario Water Treatment Plant (LOWTP) would be required. This new Clear Water Pumping Station will be designed to accommodate anticipated water demand for Micron’s Fab 2, Fab 3, and Fab 4. Potable water for initial construction would be provided to the Micron Campus through existing buried water mains located within the Caughdenoy Road and Burnet Road rights-of-way. Potable water for Fab 1 operations would be provided to the Micron Campus through construction of a new connection from OCWA’s existing Eastern Branch Transmission Main south of NYS Route 31 via a new service connection within a 99-foot-wide easement within the Micron Campus along Caughdenoy Road.
To serve the anticipated future demand of approximately 48 MGD, OCWA would have to make the following water supply infrastructure improvements:
▪ Construction of a new Raw Water Tunnel and Raw Water Pumping Station at OCWA’s existing Burt Point property on Lake Ontario (City of Oswego);
▪ Construction of a new Raw Water Transmission Main from Burt Point to OCWA’s Lake Ontario Water Treatment Plant (LOWTP) using an easement that OCWA obtained for such purposes in the 1990s;
Onondaga County Water Authority (OCWA) has capacity within its water supply system to service Micron’s initial water demand for construction and operations of Fab 1 (approximately 11.5 million gallons per day (MGD)). A new Clear Water Pumping Station at OCWA’s Lake Ontario Water Treatment Plant (LOWTP) would be required. This new Clear Water Pumping Station will be designed to accommodate anticipated water demand for Micron’s Fab 2, Fab 3, and Fab 4. Potable water for initial construction would be provided to the Micron Campus through existing buried water mains located within the Caughdenoy Road and Burnet Road rights-of-way. Potable water for Fab 1 operations would be provided to the Micron Campus through construction of a new connection from OCWA’s existing Eastern Branch Transmission Main south of NYS Route 31 via a new service connection within a 99-foot-wide easement within the Micron Campus along Caughdenoy Road.
To serve the anticipated future demand of approximately 48 MGD, OCWA would have to make the following water supply infrastructure improvements:
▪ Construction of a new Raw Water Tunnel and Raw Water Pumping Station at OCWA’s existing Burt Point property on Lake Ontario (City of Oswego);
▪ Construction of a new Raw Water Transmission Main from Burt Point to OCWA’s Lake Ontario Water Treatment Plant (LOWTP) using an easement that OCWA obtained for such purposes in the 1990s;
12/14/2023 7 39 ▪ Modification to the LOWTP with addition of two (2) new filters, one (1) contact basin, and one (1) new clearwell as well as additional chemical storage space and residual handling facilities;
▪ Expansion of OCWA’s Clear Water Transmission Main from LOWTP to OCWA’s Terminal Campus with one (1) additional 54-inch diameter line parallel to the existing 54-inch diameter line;
▪ Construction of one (1) 15 million gallon water storage tank at OCWA’s Terminal Campus; ▪ Upgrading of existing pumps at OCWA’s Farrell Pumping Station at Terminal Campus and construction of a parallel pumping station;
▪ Expansion of OCWA’s Eastern Branch Transmission Main south of NYS Route 31 from one (1) 54-inch diameter water main with up to three (3) additional 54-inch diameter water mains depending on evaluations of Micron’s initial water re-use and reclamation performance; and ▪ Relocation of a portion of the existing OCWA Eastern Branch Transmission Line crossing the Micron Campus to allow for Micron Fab 3 and Fab 4 construction.
Wastewater 12/14/2023 7 39 ▪ Modification to the LOWTP with addition of two (2) new filters, one (1) contact basin, and one (1) new clearwell as well as additional chemical storage space and residual handling facilities;
▪ Expansion of OCWA’s Clear Water Transmission Main from LOWTP to OCWA’s Terminal Campus with one (1) additional 54-inch diameter line parallel to the existing 54-inch diameter line;
▪ Construction of one (1) 15 million gallon water storage tank at OCWA’s Terminal Campus; ▪ Upgrading of existing pumps at OCWA’s Farrell Pumping Station at Terminal Campus and construction of a parallel pumping station;
▪ Expansion of OCWA’s Eastern Branch Transmission Main south of NYS Route 31 from one (1) 54-inch diameter water main with up to three (3) additional 54-inch diameter water mains depending on evaluations of Micron’s initial water re-use and reclamation performance; and ▪ Relocation of a portion of the existing OCWA Eastern Branch Transmission Line crossing the Micron Campus to allow for Micron Fab 3 and Fab 4 construction.
Wastewater Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection (OCDWEP) will be able to convey sanitary wastewater from the Micron Campus during initial construction through a previously planned and separately studied extension of municipal sanitary wastewater force mains to a portion of the Oak Orchard Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) service area that has not previously been served by municipal infrastructure. Operation of Micron’s Fabs 1-4 will require additional industrial wastewater infrastructure and improvements to the Oak Orchard WWTP in addition to planned industrial wastewater pre-treatment facilities that Micron will construct on the Micron Campus. The following OCDWEP infrastructure improvements are required prior to operation of Micron’s Fab 1:
▪ Construction of OCDWEP industrial wastewater service conveyance to the Oak Orchard wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) from a new industrial wastewater pumping station to be constructed on the Micron Campus. Conveyance infrastructure would comprise four (4) 30-inch force mains for industrial wastewater; and one (1) 36-inch force main for reclaimed water supply; and ▪ Expansion of the Oak Orchard WWTP to treat industrial wastewater (with pre-treatment required by Micron at the Micron Campus).
Rail Spur Site Onondaga County Department of Water Environment Protection (OCDWEP) will be able to convey sanitary wastewater from the Micron Campus during initial construction through a previously planned and separately studied extension of municipal sanitary wastewater force mains to a portion of the Oak Orchard Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) service area that has not previously been served by municipal infrastructure. Operation of Micron’s Fabs 1-4 will require additional industrial wastewater infrastructure and improvements to the Oak Orchard WWTP in addition to planned industrial wastewater pre-treatment facilities that Micron will construct on the Micron Campus. The following OCDWEP infrastructure improvements are required prior to operation of Micron’s Fab 1:
▪ Construction of OCDWEP industrial wastewater service conveyance to the Oak Orchard wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) from a new industrial wastewater pumping station to be constructed on the Micron Campus. Conveyance infrastructure would comprise four (4) 30-inch force mains for industrial wastewater; and one (1) 36-inch force main for reclaimed water supply; and ▪ Expansion of the Oak Orchard WWTP to treat industrial wastewater (with pre-treatment required by Micron at the Micron Campus).
Rail Spur Site Micron has proposed to construct a rail spur on an approximately 37-acre area on the west side of Caughdenoy Road (including Town of Clay tax parcel 046.-02-03.2) (the “rail spur site”). The rail spur will be used to deliver construction aggregate to the Micron Campus to reduce construction vehicle impacts on the local community from construction of the Proposed Project, which will 12/14/2023 8 40 facilitate the avoidance, minimization and mitigation of traffic, air, climate change and community character impacts. The rail spur is a separate but related action that would require advanced construction to achieve the intended benefit of reduced construction vehicle impacts from the Proposed Project. Although it will be addressed separately under SEQRA so that it is in place at the commencement of groundbreaking in order to maximize mitigation measures for the Proposed Project, it will also be analyzed in the SEQRA DEIS.
Micron has proposed to construct a rail spur on an approximately 37-acre area on the west side of Caughdenoy Road (including Town of Clay tax parcel 046.-02-03.2) (the “rail spur site”). The rail spur will be used to deliver construction aggregate to the Micron Campus to reduce construction vehicle impacts on the local community from construction of the Proposed Project, which will 12/14/2023 8 40 facilitate the avoidance, minimization and mitigation of traffic, air, climate change and community character impacts. The rail spur is a separate but related action that would require advanced construction to achieve the intended benefit of reduced construction vehicle impacts from the Proposed Project. Although it will be addressed separately under SEQRA so that it is in place at the commencement of groundbreaking in order to maximize mitigation measures for the Proposed Project, it will also be analyzed in the SEQRA DEIS.
Micron will create approximately 9,000 high-paying jobs by 2045 to support the Micron Campus when operating at full capacity and about 40,000 community jobs over a 20-plus year period to include suppliers, contractors, and other supporting roles. Micron has begun efforts to attract a diverse and multi-talented workforce to Central New York. Using its existing labor models for high- volume fabs around the globe, Micron has estimated that 90% of its workers will be dedicated to manufacturing, and the remaining 10% will provide support services, including IT, security, quality, procurement, supply chain, smart manufacturing technology, finance, people, and legal services.
Micron will create approximately 9,000 high-paying jobs by 2045 to support the Micron Campus when operating at full capacity and about 40,000 community jobs over a 20-plus year period to include suppliers, contractors, and other supporting roles. Micron has begun efforts to attract a diverse and multi-talented workforce to Central New York. Using its existing labor models for high- volume fabs around the globe, Micron has estimated that 90% of its workers will be dedicated to manufacturing, and the remaining 10% will provide support services, including IT, security, quality, procurement, supply chain, smart manufacturing technology, finance, people, and legal services.
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