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Mayor Luecke than addressed the Committee on the College Football Hall of Fame. He stated that they had an excellent meeting of the joint committee, and that Council Member Kelly participated in that meeting. There has been no formal discussion with Arlington, Texas. Discussion on fair reimbursement for services provided by the Century Center have taken place. They are looking at ways the NFF can bring operations to the Hall; the Professional Sports Development Fund; capital needs, etc. Rick Walls is look at greater efficiencies and new funding sources. Council Member White thanked the Mayor for this brief update and then called for a presentation on Bill No. 05-86 under miscellaneous business. Council President Pfeifer noted that she asked the Council Attorney to prepare the resolution for Council consideration so that South Bend would take a leadership role on the time zone issue. If adopted that resolution would be sent to the County Commissioners. Two (2) weeks ago a public forum was held which caught the eye of the Governor. She noted that the federal Department of Transportation must hear from us on this issue. She noted that the Mayor is in favor of Central Time and that the majority of those in attendance at the public forum were also, noting that Council Member Puzzello and Kelly were there. Mark Eagan of the Chamber is also in favor of Central Time. Council Member Rouse stated that it should be forward with dispatch. Council Member Dieter made a motion, seconded by Council Member Kelly that Bill No. 05-86 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. City Clerk John Voorde noted that he recently spoke with Pat McMahon of Project Future and that Central time is better for high tech industries. There being no further business to come before the Committee, Council Member White adjourned the Committee meeting at 5:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Council Member Karen L. White,Chairperson Health and Public Safety Committee KCF:kmf Attachments July 25,2005 Health and Public Safety Committee of the 2005 South Bend Common Council -page 6-