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Residential Neighborhoods Committee <br /> May 10,2004 <br /> Page 2 <br /> one of the problems is the assessment process itself. He also noted that accurate statements must <br /> be included in their resolution,and pointed out that the 2nd Whereas clause is not factually <br /> accurate. <br /> Council Member Pfeifer agreed that all of the factual information must be accurate and <br /> suggested that MIPOA review all of the information set forth in their resolution. <br /> Council Member Coleman noted that recently the Council had the opportunity to meet with State <br /> Senator John Broden who reported on the climate downstate in the General Assembly. He noted <br /> that Senator Broden stated that he did not think that a roll back was realistic since many <br /> communities were not affected like South Bend. Council Member Coleman suggested that all <br /> parties work together for relief. <br /> Following discussion,Council Member Pfeifer suggested that MIPOA work on refining their <br /> resolution where necessary so that it is factually accurate throughout; and then consider <br /> contacting Senator Broden with the updated information,as well as the City of South Bend's <br /> new Executive Director of Community and Economic Development Sharon Kendall,noting that <br /> she has extensive background in working in other communities throughout the state. It was <br /> noted that the Community and Economic Development Office number is 235-9375. <br /> Dr. Varner noted that all of us would like to find a workable solution, and if all of the <br /> information is accurate work together in contacting the state legislature. <br /> Council Member Kirsits inquired about the reassessment,and was advised that the assessor's <br /> office is still working on what is an"acceptable gross rent multiplier". <br /> Council Member Pfeifer thanked the MIPOA representatives for their input. She then inquired <br /> several times if David Frank was present for the Committee meeting. When no one came <br /> forward,Council Member Pfeifer adjourned the Committee meeting at 5:12 p.m. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Council Member Charlotte Pfeifer, Chairperson <br /> Residential Neighborhoods Committee <br /> KCF:kmf <br /> Attachments <br />