Resolution 2020-01_Reaffirming a Motion to Declassify a Landmark

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WHEREAS, subsequent to the July and August meetings of the Commission, the Owners submitted a proposed ordinance repealing Ordinance #127-78 for a first reading at the Common Council's August 24, 2020 meeting as Bill No. 36-20 (the "Proposed Ordinance"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 21-12.04(b)(4)(D) of the South Bend Municipal Code, when an ordinance is presented that seeks to repeal an established historic landmark, prior to the Common Council's public hearing, the proposed ordinance is to be referred to the Commission for a public hearing and a recommendation; and WHEREAS, the Commission held a public hearing on the Proposed Ordinance at its September 21, 2020 meeting as Item III.c. thereof, which was attended by -5— members of the public, of which -A-- commented in favor of the Proposed Ordinance and _j9 individuals commented against the Proposed Ordinance after it was read; and WHEREAS, after the public's opportunity to comment during the hearing, the Commission read again the following motion, which passed unanimously at its July 20, 2020 meeting: Commissioner Andrews made a motion that the Historic Preservation Commission is in support of the Council de -designating 60649 Hickory Road as a Local Landmark. Seconded by Commission Brazinsky. Eight in favor, none opposed. Vote: 8 — 0. The motion to voice support for de -designating 60649 Hickory Road passes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission as follows: 1. The Commission hereby reaffirms its support of and provides a favorable recommendation to the Common Council for the Proposed Ordinance. 2. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the Commission. ADOPTED at a meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission of South Bend and St. Joseph County, Indiana, held on September 21, 2020, at County -City Building, 4th Floor, 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, Indiana 46601. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION OF SOUTH BEND AND ST. JOSEPH COUNTY Mi tele Gel an, Pre ident ATTEST: Sarah Andrews, Secretary 2