05/02/77 Board of Public Works Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING MAY 2, 1977 REPORT ON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PETITION TO VACATE ALLEYS The Bureau of Engineering reported that they had reviewed the petition of Pler_iorial.Hospital to vacate the east -west alley from the east side of North Main Street east, the north -south alley from the southside of Bartlett Street south, the east -west alley from the west side of North Main Street west and the north -south alley from Navarre Street north and have no objection to the proposed vacation, subject to the rights and easements of all utilities in the proposed vacated area. A report from the Fire Department noted that Mr. George. DesMarais of Memorial Hospital verbally stated to Capt. Stanley Sparazynski of the South Bend Fire Department on April 18, 1977 that the Hospital would maintain the alleys in case of fire and further stated that the South Bend Fire Department would not be held responsible for any property damage or vehicle damage in the event of a fire. There was a discussion regarding the failure of Memorial Hospital to properly screen their parking areas. Mr. Brunner noted that a Cease and Desist order was issued to Memorial Hospital in November, 1976 giving them one hundred and eighty days to screen their parking area in accordance with agreements made. John DeLee, Building Commissioner, noted that several meetings have been held with Memorial Hospital officials and his Department and with the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting. The hospital had indicated they have hired the Rieth Riley Construction Company to improve the parking areas. Some plans have been submitted to Ralph Wadzinski, Bureau of Traffic and Lighting. Mr. Brunner made a motion that action on the petition be tabled until Play 16, 1977 at which time a report will be made on progress toward screening the parking area. Mr. Mullen seconded .the motion and it carried. Mr. Brunner noted that the City has acted in good faith in this matter in allowing Memorial Hospital time to make arrangements for this screening and would expect the hospital to also act in good faith. He said the City would pursue legal remedies in two weeks if no progress has been made. Mr. DeLee was requested to work with the Legal Departrlent in drafting a letter to Memorial Hospital regarding the matter. REQUEST FOR PARADE RECEIVED - OWEN NESBIT The Board received a request from Owen Nesbit to parade down Mishawaka Avenue on Friday, Play 13, 1977 at 4:00 p.m. from Ironwood Drive to 30th Street, playing a slide trombone and carrying a sign to celebrate the rescission of the motorcycle forced helmet law. Mr. Nesbit said he would march in the street to one side by parked cars but would allow traffic to continue. There was a discussion regarding the proper department to review this request and it was noted that liability insurance would be a requirement. Mr. McMahon suggested that the Clerk be asked to contact Mr. Nesbit to inform him that the Board would not issue a permit for this activity in the street, but he could submit a request for a sidewalk parade. There was a discussion about the possibility of denying the request as it was submitted. Mr. McMahon made a motion that the request be filed and referred to the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting and the Police Depart- ment Traffic Detail for review and recommendation. Mr. Brunner seconded the motion and it carried. COMPLAINT REGARDING ALLEY IN 1700 BLOCK. EWING AVENUE The Board received a letter from Joseph Kasa regarding problems residents of the 1700 block Ewing face because a property owner has placed trash drums out in the alley right-of-way causing problems for vehicles in the alley. Mr. Kasa also noted that thirty inches of the alley have been scraped away from the garages and that cars parking at the Robinson Street exit of the alley make it impossible for vehicles in the alley to make their turns. Mr. McMahon made a motion that the letter be filed and that the property owner at 1735 E. Ewing be notified that any trash drums encroaching on the alley right-of-way must be moved. In addition, the Street Department will be requested to investigate the condition of the alley and the Police Department will be asked to check the alleged parking violations at the Robinson Street exit. Mr. Mullen seconded the motion and it carried. Mr. Kasa is to be advised of the Board's action.