01-10-2022 Common Council Meeting Minutes (Signed)

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REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 10, 2022 At 7:04 p.in. Councilmember Troy Warner made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember Sheila Niezgodski seconded the motion, which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Canneth Lee, Chairperson, presiding. Councilmember Canneth Lee explained the procedures for the meeting per Article 1, Section 2-11 of the South Bend Municipal Code. PUBLIC HEARINGS BILL NO. 142-21 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING A PETITION OF THE ADVISORY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1165 S FRANKLIN STREET Councilmember Lori K. Hamann stated that Bill No. 142-21 was previously heard by the Zoning and Annexation Committee and comes forth with a favorable recommendation. Joseph Molnar, Zoning Specialist, with offices on the fourteenth (14th) floor of the County -City Building, presented Bill No. 142-21. Councilmember Troy Warner requested confirmation that the variance is to have a taller fence, from six (6) to ten (10) feet. Joseph Molnar responded that the Board has already approved the variances of Zoning Appeals. This is for a special exception to allow for the proposed use. Tim Sexton, 405 Main Building, Notre Dame University, stated that the petitioner worked closely with Community Investment members Angela Smith and Tim Corcoran in this process. Councilmember Henry Davis Jr. asked if manufacturing should proceed at a rate comparable to what was achieved in the past and if a manufacturing plant will even be seen in South Bend. Tim Sexton responded that it is hoped that companies will relocate to South Bend, given the quality of research being performed. This is an enhancement of what was done in the past. Councilmember Rachel Tomas Morgan requested a synopsis of the research to be undertaken. Dr. Joshua Cameron, 50558 Hollybrook Drive, Granger, Indiana, responded that the new equipment represents an expansion into two (2) new markets for the turbomachinery laboratory, hypersonics, and the energy sector, to produce energy more efficiently. Councilmember Sheila Niezgodski stated that this research is a wonderful opportunity for the community. Councilmember Troy Warner made a motion to send Bill No. 142-21 to the Full Council with a favorable recommendation. Councilmember Sheila Niezgodski seconded the motion, which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. RISE AND REPORT Councilmember Rachel Tomas Morgan made a motion to rise and report to the full Council. Councilmember Troy Warner seconded the motion, which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the County -City building at 7:20 p.m. President Sharon L. McBride presided with nine (9) members present. 2