12-08-03 Council Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 8, 2003 RESOLUTION NO. 3273 -03 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING JAMES ARANOWSKI FOR HIS DEDICATED YEARS OF SERVICE AS THE FIRST DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER WHEREAS, the South Bend Common Council is proud to honor James Aranowski, who succeeded Stephen J. Luecke in representing the residents and business owners of the 1st Councilmanic District; and WHEREAS, the Common Council recognizes that as the Chairperson of the Personnel and Finance Committee, Council Member Aranowski has chaired a countless number of committee meetings where he provided keen insights when reviewing the proposed civil city budgets and appropriation ordinances over the years; and WHEREAS, the Council would also like to recognize Council Member Aranowski's leadership in having served as the Council's Vice - President and also his service as a member of the City Negotiating Teams where he provided valuable direction and leadership; and WHEREAS, Council Member Aranowski sponsored timely and needed legislation this year which implemented new public safety regulations for large eating and drinking establishments which operate in downtown South Bend, which will continue to foster safe environments for those wishing to patronize such facilities, as the downtown area continues to flourish and attract many residents and visitors to its many attractions; and WHEREAS, Council Member Aranowski currently serves on the Parks, Recreation, Cultural Arts and Entertainment Committee; the Information and Technology Committee; the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee; and the Utilities Committee, in addition to being the Chairperson of the Personnel and Finance Committee and in each of these capacities he provides useful data in proudly representing the interests of the residents and businesses in the 1 st District of South Bend, Indiana. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS: Section I. On behalf of all of the citizens of South Bend, Indiana, the Common Council hereby publicly honors the 1 ST DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER JAMES ARANOWSKI for his dedicated years of service to the City of South Bend and especially the residents and business owners of the 1 st District. Section II. The Common Council commends 1ST DISTRICT COUNCIL MEMBER JAMES ARANOWSKI for his many contributions to our community; and wishes him continued success with his brother, David, in providing professional accounting services. Section III. The Council wishes "Jimmer" and his bride, Robin, many great years ahead as they cheer on the Chicago Cubs and the Fighting Irish, and the Council further wishes them many rounds of golf on courses both here and abroad. Section IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Charlotte D. Pfeifer, Second District s /Roland Kelly, Third District s /Karl King, Fourth District s /Dr. David Varner, Fifth District -2- s /Ervin Kuspa, Sixth District s /Sean Coleman, At Large s /Al "Buddy" Kirsits, At Large s /Karen L. White, At Large s /Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand, Council Attorney