FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 4 PM

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FLRLBC Special Meeting - Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 at 4 PM

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FLRLBC - Special Meeting - Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 at 4 PM
Tue, Jul 26, 2022 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM (EDT)

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Meeting Location:
Heroes Conference Room
3rd Floor
1 Dipronio Drive
Waterloo, NY 13165

Meeting Materials:
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Resolution 22-21 Draft

FLRLBC Regular Meeting - Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 4 PM

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FLRLBC Regular Meeting - Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Tue, Jun 28, 2022 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)

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Meeting Location:
Heroes Conference Room
3rd Floor
1 Dipronio Drive
Waterloo, NY 13165

Meeting Materials:
Agenda
Previous Meeting Minutes
22-19 Authorizing the Side-lot Sale of 2261 E. Seneca Street, Lodi
22-20 Authorize the Listing of 101 Virginia Street, Waterloo with Century 21 Davoli Real Estate Seneca Falls
May 2022 Financial Reports

FLRLBC - Audit & Governance Committee Meetings - March 18, 2022 at 10 AM

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FLRLBC - Audit & Governance Committee Meetings
Fri, Mar 18, 2022 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (EDT)

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Meeting Location:
Planning Conference Room
1st Floor
1 Dipronio Drive
Waterloo, NY 13165

Meeting Materials:
Agenda
2021 Finger Lakes Land Bank FS Draft - 3.8.22
FLRLBC Mission Statement
FLRLBC Real Property Acquisition Policy
FLRLBC Disposition Policy
Purchasing Policy FLRLBC

FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - Tuesday, March 22 at 4 PM

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FLRLBC - Special Meeting - March 1, 2022 at 4:00 PM

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FLRLBC - Special Meeting - March 1, 2022
Tue, Mar 1, 2022 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM (EST)

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Special Meeting Agenda:

0. Start the Teleconference Recording

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes

3. Resolutions:

 22-14 Accept Proposal for Demolition of 5 Properties

4. CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items

5. Consideration of Executive Session

6. Adjourn

RFP for 5 Residential Demolitions 2022

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BID & PROPOSAL

FOR

DEMOLITION

OF

2261 East Seneca Street, Lodi, NY
2271 East Seneca Street, Lodi, NY
8388 Knight Street, Interlaken, NY
1372 Prospect Street, Ovid, NY
2125 West Seneca Street, Ovid, NY

These structures are slated for demolition and have been determined to be structurally unsound in accordance with 12 NYCRR Part 56-5.1(b). As such, the requirements of 12 NYCRR Part 56-11.5 shall apply and the project shall be bid accordingly.

BID DUE 02/09/2022 at 3:00 PM

 Scheduling:

Demolitions are to occur prior to March 31st, 2022. Each demolition shall be undertaken concurrently or on consecutive business days.

Scope of Work:

In response to this bid solicitation, please bid a price that covers the demolition of the addresses listed herein, for all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, and incidentals necessary and required to complete the work of outlined below.

·         Demolition projects must be undertaken consecutively or concurrently with one another.

·         Demolition projects must be completed before the end of March 31st, 2022.

·         The Contractor will provide the Land Bank with at least forty-eight (48) hours’ notice prior to the commencing the work at each property.

·         The contractor shall obtain, at its sole cost and expense, all permits, authorizations, approvals, and licenses necessary for the planning, performance, and completion of the Work in accordance with the requirements of the respective municipal agencies and other authorities having jurisdiction.

·         The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, county, city, town and other applicable laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations and all orders and rules of any duly constituted authorities affecting the Property or bearing on the performance of the work. This includes, but is not limited to 12 NYCRR Part 56-11.5 and all applicable Stormwater regulations. 

·         The Contractor will contact Dig Safely NY at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to beginning any excavation at the Property.

·         The Contractor will confirm that all utilities are disconnected before commencing any Work. Disconnections were ordered through NYSEG on 1/14/2021 and each property was issued job numbers.

·         The Contractor will demolish all buildings, structures, and driveways on, in, or upon the Property.

·         The Contractor will provide the Land Bank with all bills of lading and dump tickets, for all hazardous and non-hazardous waste.

·         The Contractor will completely remove all the construction materials and any contents of the demolished structures from the Property. The Contractor will arrange for transportation of the construction materials and any contents of the demolished structures to lawful disposal, storage, or recycling locations, as necessary.

·         The Contractor will fill the foundation pit and appropriate materials. The foundation pit shall not be filled with debris. Any proposed fill must be approved in advance by the Land Bank’s Engineer. Fill cannot include organic materials that will decompose and settle. Fill cannot include construction debris other than concrete or stone.

·         Foundation walls must be removed to three feet below grade. The Contractor must ensure that basement floors are broken up to allow for drainage.

·         The Contractor must contact the Land Bank’s Engineer for inspection before filling the foundation pit.

·         The remaining foundation pit shall be filled with material not larger than 12 cubic inches up to two feet below grade. Clean fill dirt shall be placed above and any rocks contained can be no longer than four cubic inches.

·         The Contractor will finish grading the land on the Property so that there is no standing water on the property or adverse drainage impacts to adjacent property. The Contractor will add sufficient topsoil and will ensure that the property is free from rocks and other items that would prevent grass growth. The Contractor must ensure that there is a minimum of 4” of clean, screened topsoil free of any stones large enough to impede grass growth, or that might damage or be thrown by a lawnmower covering the whole site.

·         The Contractor must contact the Land Bank for inspection before proceeding with hydroseeding.

·         The Contractor will apply hydroseeding in a mix appropriate for local condition that would grow grass and prevent erosion. Hydroseeding shall be applied at a minimum rate of 5 pounds per 100 square feet. The driveway must be removed of all blacktop and gravel to support grass growth.

·         Grading/seeding must be completed within 30 days of pulling the demolition permit unless impossible due to inclement weather.

·         The Contractor will exercise caution so as to not damage any pedestrian sidewalk if present. If a sidewalk is damaged, the Contractor must repair or replace the damaged portion in a timely manner and prior to the Completion Date. The Contractor will provide before and after time/date stamped photos of sidewalk and property.

·         The Contractor must contact the Land Bank’s Engineer for a Final Inspection.

LINKS:

Full RFP Document
Full RFP Materials Including Phase I ESAs

FLRLBC Regular Meeting - Monday, January 24, 2022

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FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - Monday, January 24, 2022
Mon, Jan 24, 2022 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM (EST)

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Regular Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         22-01 Resolution to Elect Chairperson

·         22-02 Resolution to Elect Vice Chairperson

·         22-03 Resolution to Elect Secretary

·         22-04 Resolution to Elect CEO/President

·         22-05 Resolution to Elect CFO

·         22-06 Creation of 2022 Audit Committee

·         22-07 Creation of 2022 Governance Committee

·         22-08 Authorize Check Signers for 2021

·         22-09 Meeting Schedule

·         22-10 Appoint Accountants

·         22-11 Appoint Legal Counsel

·         22-12 Accept Transfer of 6 Properties

·         22-13 Authorize RFP for Demolition of 5 Properties

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

FLRLBC Regular Meeting - Monday, November 22, 2021

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FLRLBC Regular Meeting - November 22, 2021
Mon, Nov 22, 2021 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM (EST)

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Regular Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         21-32 to Reimburse Habitat for October Activity at 156 Fall Street

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         Board Membership for 2022 - 2023

·         Tax Foreclosure and Acquisitions Update

·         Attorney RFP

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

RFP for Legal Services

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The Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation requires the services of a qualified and experienced law firm and/or individual attorney (hereinafter “Respondents”) capable of providing the FLRLBC with comprehensive legal service representation in matters involving Article 16 of the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law, Public Authorities Law, and other relevant issues and laws surrounding Land Banks. This comprehensive legal representation will also include timely real-estate closings, contract reviews, and meeting attendance.

Request for Proposals Issued: November 10th, 2021
Deadline for Questions and Requests for Changes: November 17th, 2021
Proposal Due Date and Time: November 24th, 2021 by 12:00 PM

For more information please download and view the complete RFP at the link below:

RFP for Legal Services 2021

October 25, 2021 - Regular Meeting

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FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - October 25, 2021
Mon, Oct 25, 2021 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM (EDT)

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Regular Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         21-30 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for September Activity at 1537 County Road 132

·         21-31 Resolution Adopting 2022 Annual Budget

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         Property Sales and Closings Update

·         Tax Foreclosure and Acquisitions Update

·         Attorney RFP

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

September 27, 2021 - Regular Meeting

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FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - Monday, September 27, 2021
Mon, Sep 27, 2021 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (PDT)

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Regular Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         21-28 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for August Activity at 156 Fall Street

·         21-29 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for August Activity at 1537 County Road 132

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         Property Sales and Closings Update

·         Tax Foreclosure and Acquisitions Update

·         2022 Budget Review and Discussion

·         2022 – 2023 Board Members Discussion

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

August 23, 2021 - Regular Meeting

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FLRLBC - Regular Meeting - Monday, August 23, 2021
Mon, Aug 23, 2021 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

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Regular Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         21-26 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for July Activity at 156 Fall Street

·         21-27 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for July Activity at 1537 County Road 132

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         Tax Foreclosure Process Update

·         Brownfield MOU Update

·         HCR Potential Funding Update

·         Property Sales and Closings Update

·         2022 Budget Update

·         2022 – 2023 Board Members Discussion

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR REAL ESTATE ATTORNEYS

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that submissions will be received by the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation (the “Land Bank”) to provide legal services in relation to the acquisition and disposition of property. This Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) is a process designed to serve the Land Bank’s best interests to locate individual attorneys and firms in the Finger Lakes Region who are able and willing to provide legal representation to the Land Bank in the acquisition and disposition of property. The Land Bank is expecting to dispose of a multitude of properties in 2021 and 2022 and expects that more than one real estate attorney will be necessary to handle the volume. All responses will be treated as confidential and reviewed only by the Land Bank. Responses must be received at the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank by email at jmcgrath@co.seneca.ny.us on an open and rolling basis.

General Background

The Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation was approved by New York State Urban Development Corporation d/b/a Empire State Development, pursuant to Article 16 of the New York State Not-for Profit Corporation Law in 2015. The Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank is a not-for-profit formed in 2015 by the Seneca County Board of Supervisors to facilitate the return of vacant and abandoned properties to productive use. The Land Bank’s work includes the acquisition and resale of properties to qualified buyers/investors including nonprofit housing developers like Habitat for Humanity, Land Bank-managed renovation of properties to sell in move-in or rehab ready condition, and long-term holding and assembly of certain properties to facilitate future development projects. For more information, visit www.flrlandbank.org .

GENERAL PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

A proposal submitted in response to this RFQ is to be formatted as follows to assure consistency:

Section A. Understanding of the Scope of Services to be provided for the Land Bank

Section B. Proposed Fee Schedule

Section C. Qualifications & Experience

Section D. Resume & Qualifications of Key Personnel

Section E. Client/Reference List

Section F. Conflict of Interest(s): This section should disclose any potential conflicts of interest that the firm may have in performing these services for the Land Bank.

Section G. Miscellaneous/Other information (This section is for any further pertinent data and information not included elsewhere in the RFQ).

MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

1.       The Land Bank will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by any firm in preparing or submitting a proposal. All responses shall provide a straightforward, concise delineation of the firm’s capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this RFQ. Emphasis should be on completeness and clarity of content.

2.       The contents of the proposal submitted by a successful firm and this RFQ may become part of the contract for these services. The successful firm will be expected to execute said contract with the Land Bank.

3.       The Land Bank reserves the right to reject any and all responses received or to negotiate separately in any manner necessary to serve the best interests of the Land Bank.

INDEMNIFICATION

 

A successful firm shall defend, indemnify, and save harmless the Land Bank, its employees and agents, from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of, or in consequence of, any negligent or intentional act or omission of the successful firm, its employees or agents, to the extent of its or their responsibility for such claims, damages, losses, and expenses.

 

Non-Collusive Certification

 

By submission of this RFQ, each firm and each person signing on behalf of any firm certifies, and in the case of a joint proposal each party thereto certifies as to its own organization, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of his knowledge and belief:

 

(1) The prices in this proposal have been arrived at independently without collusion, consultation, communication, or agreement, for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other firm or with any competitor; and

(2) Unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in this proposal have not been knowingly disclosed by the firm and will not knowingly be disclosed by the firm prior to opening, directly or indirectly, to any other firm or to any competitor; and

(3) No attempt has been made or will be made by the firm to induce any other person, partnership, or corporation to submit or not to submit a proposal for the purpose of restricting competition.

EVALUATION OF RESPONSES             

Responses will be independently reviewed on the basis of the criteria listed below:

1.       Proven record of experience, including referrals, in providing the type of services detailed herein.

2.       Ability to provide services in a cost-effective and timely manner.

3.       Personnel qualifications.

4.       Understanding of the services requested (including completeness and clarity of submission), the Land Bank and the qualitative nature of the services detailed herein.

5.       Additional criteria described below.

MANDATORY MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1.       Must be an attorney admitted to practice in the State of New York and maintain a bona fide principal office in the State of New York preferably in the Finger Lakes Region.

2.       Must have sufficient support staff available to provide all real estate legal services required by the Land Bank including, but not limited to, legal research, preparation and administration of contracts and title curatives, and the preparation of all documents necessary.

3.       If attendance is required, the firm must agree that services in connection with attendance at regularly scheduled meetings of the Land Bank Board will be billed at hourly rates specified in the proposal, or included in the retainer. Additional general counsel, litigation, special meeting attendance, and other legal services will be billed at hourly rates specified in the proposal.

PROPOSED FEE SCHEDULE

1.       The proposed fee schedule should define the billing cycle used by the firm.

2.       The proposed fee schedule should define whether billing is strictly hourly, strictly an annual retainer, or a combination of retainer plus an hourly schedule for items not included in the retainer.

3.       Include partners, associates, and paralegal that would be primarily responsible for the work accomplished in this proposal.

4.       It is anticipated that there will be periodic communications via phone, fax, email, or other medium.

These brief communications are either to be covered in the retainer, or if billed on an hourly basis, the hourly rates and time thresholds for the billings are both to be specified.

 

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION

Responses can be emailed to jmcgrath@co.seneca.ny.us

Joe McGrath
CEO/President
Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation
315-539-1667


Click here for full PDF of the RFQ

July 26, 2021 - Regular Meeting

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There will be a Regular Meeting of the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation held by Teleconference with in-person attendance optional in the Heroes 9-11-01 Conference Room.

FLRLBC Regular Meeting - July 26, 2021
Mon, Jul 26, 2021 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)

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Regular Meeting Agenda:

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       Resolutions:

·         21-22 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for June Activity at 1537 County Road 132

·         21-23 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for Activity at 2320 County Road 139

·         21-24 Resolution to Reimburse Habitat for June Activity at 156 Fall Street

·         21-25 Resolution to Accept Non Program Income from Seneca County and Commit to 156 Fall Street

4.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         Tax Foreclosure Process Update

·         2125 W. Seneca Street Discussion

·         Brownfield MOA Discussion Update

·         101 Virginia Street RFP Update

·         Property Sale and Closings Update

5.       CFO Report

6.       New Business

7.       Consideration of Executive Session

8.       Adjourn

June 28th - Regular Meeting

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There will be a Regular Meeting of the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation held by Teleconference with in-person attendance optional in the Heroes 9-11-01 Conference Room.

FLRLBC Meeting - June 28, 2021
Mon, Jun 28, 2021 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)

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Regular Meeting Agenda:

1.       Call to Order

2.       Approval of Minutes

3.       CEO/Presidents Update & Discussion Items                        

·         101 Virginia Street RFP Update

·         CFA Housing Needs Assessment Grant

·         156 Fall Street, Seneca Falls Update

·         1537 County Road 132, Willard Update

·         2021 Tax Foreclosure Acquisitions Discussion

·         2021 Demolitions Discussion

·         DEC Brownfield Agreement Discussion

4.       CFO Report

5.       New Business

6.       Consideration of Executive Session

7.       Adjourn


RFP 156 Fall Street Asbestos Abatement Rebid

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Request for Proposal – Pre-Renovation Asbestos

156 Fall Street, Seneca Falls, NY

 

 

Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation, is seeking proposals from qualified firms for a pre-renovation asbestos interior and exterior abatement for the above referenced project. The contractor will perform the work that will result in a Clearance Report allowing renovation work to move forward.

 

Abatement Contractor Must:

  • Provide their own power

  • Provide their own water

  • Include tipping fees

  • Follow NYS Code Rule 56

  • Remove identified asbestos containing material, leave work area where visual assessment can be performed and pass.  .

  • Contractor responsible for transportation to landfilll

  • Apply for and obtain all necessary permits for project

 

Attached you will find an RBM Report dated August 2019 identifying the asbestos containing materials to be abated throughout the structure.

 RBM Report

It is anticipated that the abatement work will begin on or about the week of June 14th, 2021, and that all work will be completed in a consecutive and timely manner.

 

Please return your firm’s proposal to this office by Tuesday, June 2nd, 2021 at 12:00 PM and note that emailed copies are preferred. Please email to Joe McGrath at jmcgrath@co.seneca.ny.us.

 

 

Should you have any questions regarding the enclosed, or to arrange a site visit, please do not hesitate to contact Joe McGrath at 315-539-1667.

 

 

 

 

June 3, 2021 - Special Meeting

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There will be a Special Meeting of the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank Corporation held by Teleconference with in-person attendance optional in the Planning Office Conference Room. 

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Special Meeting Agenda

1.       Call to Order

2.       Resolutions:

·         21-21 Resolution to Accept Proposal for Asbestos Abatement at 156 Fall Street

3.       New Business

4.       Consideration of Executive Session

5.       Adjourn