[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Cicero 10-14-1985. Amendments noted where applicable.]
The continued growth in the commercial and industrial base of the Town of Cicero is highly desirable, to keep employment high, keep taxes at reasonable levels, and to keep the community a fine place to live and work. Establishment of a Commission for Commercial and Industrial Development is a necessary step to provide input and recommendations to the Town Board in evaluating commercial and industrial programs for the town.
The Town Board of the Town of Cicero hereby creates a commission which shall be known as the "Commercial-Industrial Commission of the Town of Cicero," hereinafter called the "Commission."
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The Commission shall consist of not less than five or more than 11 members, all of whom shall be residents of the Town of Cicero. The Town Board shall consider geographical distribution, age, employment, and special expertise in maintaining a balance on the Commission of individuals with diversified backgrounds and concerns, willing to dedicate themselves to the continued economic growth of the town. The Town Board shall initially appoint one less than half of the members to a three-year term and one more than half of the members to a two-year term. Successors shall be appointed for three-year terms except when appointed to fill a vacancy in any unexpired term. At least one member shall be a member of the Town Board.
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In the event that a member is unable to devote the necessary time to the activities of the Commission, the Town Board may declare his or her position vacant and appoint a successor to fill the unexpired terms.
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The Supervisor or his designee from the Board, the Chairman of the Planning Board, the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Town Attorney, and other officials that may be hereafter designated by the town, shall be ex officio members of the Commission.
The Chairmanship of the Commission shall be designated by the Town Board. The Recording Secretary shall be the Zoning Office Clerk. The Commission shall adopt rules and procedures for its meeting, shall keep accurate record of its meetings and activities, and shall file an annual report as provided in § 11-6 of this chapter.
The powers and duties of the Commission shall be to:
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Advise the Town Board and other town agencies on matters affecting commercial and industrial growth and stability of the town to enhance the long-range economic viability of the town.
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Foster and assist in the attraction of new business and industry to the town.
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Retain and promote the growth of existing business and industry to the town.
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Assist the Town Board in monitoring and controlling the town's economic development.
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Create positive public attitudes toward economic development.
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Identify and market the town's assets and other advantages of doing business in the town.
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Foster cooperation with other government and private agencies within the central New York area which have parallel goals.
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Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Town Board of the Town of Cicero.
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Prepare an annual budget for consideration by the Town Board.
The Commission shall submit an annual report to the Town Board no later than the first day of April of each year, concerning the activities and work of the Commission, and from time to time shall submit such reports and recommendations as may be necessary to fulfill the purpose of this chapter.
The members of the Commission, including ex officio members, shall receive no compensation for their services as members thereof, but may be reimbursed for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties within the appropriations made available therefor.