Public documents that mention Catherine Elise Mendola Muskin.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting
Common Council Budget Meeting
The meeting focused on the departmental operating budget presentations. Key topics included the introduction of a new municipal legal analyst position, the implementation of new workflows for FOIL requests and contract management, and efforts to modernize enforcement processes. The discussion also covered the impact of municipal benchmarking on departmental staffing and the restructuring of specific budget lines, including the transition of labor counsel expenses. The legal department highlighted its increased workload, including a rise in FOIL requests and claims, while discussing goals for 2027 such as eliminating the FOIL backlog and reducing reliance on outside counsel.
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The Committee of the Whole Session B meeting includes a review of several key initiatives, such as the 2026-27 Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) grant, a sidewalk improvement plan and budget, and an amendment to the IAWWTF upgrades capital project. The committee will also discuss an overview of the water and sewer building renovation, proposals regarding parking penalty fines and parking signs, and an ordinance amending city advisory groups. Additionally, the agenda covers a resolution to authorize a special committee on governance reform and a cost-of-living adjustment for elected city officers.
Sep 2, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Common Council Regular Voting Meeting
The council meeting addressed several key agenda items, including the authorization of a study for a new public safety facility, the acceptance of additional funding for an active transportation network plan, and the approval of a grant for the Community Justice Center. Significant time was dedicated to the Seneca Street Garage Redevelopment project, specifically declaring the council as lead agency, issuing a negative declaration for environmental impacts, and authorizing the transfer of property to the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency. Additionally, the council voted on opting into the New York Paid Family Leave program, adopting the 2026-2027 Executive Workplan, and confirming various mayoral appointments to city commissions and boards.
Jul 29, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Special Committee On Wrongful Discharge And Labor Protections Special Committee Agenda
The agenda focuses on wrongful discharge and labor protections. Key discussion topics include presentations from legal experts at the Cornell Labor Law Clinic, community groups like the Collegetown Community Collective, the Downtown Ithaca Alliance, and the Gimme Coffee Workers Union. The meeting also includes a legal update from the City Attorney's office regarding prospective labor protections legislation, as well as the development and potential voting on a policy statement concerning just cause employment protections.
