05-31-12 Redevelopment Commission Minutes

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South Bend Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting—May 31, 2012 6. NEW BUSINESS (CONT.) H. Ratification of Temporary Use Agreements continued... Upon a motion by Mr. Downes, seconded by Mr. COMMISSION RATIFIED THE TEMPORARY USE Davis and unanimously carried, the Commission AGREEMENTS APPROVED BY STAFF SINCE THE ratified the Temporary Use Agreements approved MAY 8,MEETING by staff since the May 8, meeting. Mr. Davis asked whether the Commission abides by the Council's minority and women's business ordinance related to how contracts are bid out and awarded. Mr. Inks answered that he did not recall any in-house discussion about how the items on the lists relate to the ordinance. The appraisers used are all MAI certified appraisers; top level certified in the State of Indiana. They are used because it's not unusual for the City of end up in court on an acquisition of property. Mr. Downes stated that he believes some effort ought to be made to see if there are other qualified appraisers in the area. Mr. Davis noted to Ms. Jones that when we are ready to take votes there is quick action to motion without opportunity to discuss items. He needs a proper understanding of orders. Ms. Jones responded that after the staff report is given, she can pause for questions; there can also be discussion following the motion and second. Mr. Meteiver said that from a parliamentary procedure standpoint, it is preferable to have a motion and second on the table before an item is discussed. There is a staff report presented, and then a motion to approve whatever the staff report is requesting and a second. That then sets the stage for the discussion that occurs concerning that particular motion and second. He suggested Ms. Jones inquire at that point whether there are any 28