07-02-91 Human Resources & Economic Development

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Patricia Paszkiot, the nurse involved with the program from the St. Joseph County Health Department, stated that most the houses currently being considered are in a "deplorable condition. " They are looking for a three or four bedroom home with HUD keeping title through the lease arrangement. In response to a question raised by Council Member Luecke, it was noted that the home would not be a care facility and that individuals must be able to care for themselves. In response to a question raised by Council Member Puzzello it was noted that of the eighty individuals from St. Joseph County and Elkhart County diagnosed with AIDS, approximately forty-five to fifty are living within St. Joseph County. Of this amount, ten to twelve are women. Council Member Zakrzewski asked several questions with regard to the potential location of the home. It was noted that the home would be within the Corporate limits of the City of South Bend and would have public transportation available to it. A home similar to the type proposed has in existence in the City of Kalmazoo for approximately five years. Council Member Slavinskas questioned whether the program would go forward whether or not the $5,000.00 request to the city would be granted. Dr. Plain answered that the program would go ahead regardless. He further noted that South Bend has been known for doing things in great cooperation with other units of government. Mr. Frybort noted that the original request was for $12,000.00. Following further discussion Council Member Ladewski made a motion seconded by Council Member Slavinskas that Substitute Bill Number 31-91 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed with Council Member Slavinskas abstaining. There being no further business to come before the Committee the meeting was adjourned at 4:45 pm. Respectfully submitted. Council Member Steve Luecke, Chairperson Human Resources and Economic Development Committee.