04-24-84 Council Meeting Minutes

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t,- __REGULAR._MEETING APRIL__24, ._1.9.84____ and the waiver by the Common Council of the 1,000 foot distance restriction, in order to permit the expansion of.the following scrap metal operation within 1,000 feet but no closer than 500 feet of restricted zoning districts: METAL RESOURCES CORPORATION, 1147 PRAIRIE AVENUE SECTION II. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and .apprved by the Mayor. /s/ Beverlie J. Beck Member of the Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Voorde made a motion to accept the substitute resolution on file with the City Clerk's office, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The motion carried. Jack Dunfee, attorney for Metal Resources, indicated it was necessary that an amended scrap metal license be approved, subject to a waiver by the Common Council of the 1,000 foot distance restriction. Council. Member Taylor made a motion to amend the title by adding "and waiving the 1,000 feet requirement of Municipal Code Section 4- 51(d). ", seconded by Council Member Crone. The motion carried. Stanley Dzialaiciewicz, 1505 McPherson, spoke against the issuance of an amended license. Council President Beck asked that the following letters be entered into the minutes: April 11, 1984 The Honorable Common Council City of South Bend 4th Floor City- County Building South Bend, IN 46601 Honorable Council Members: It is my understanding that Metal Resources Corporation, A South Bend company, is requesting approval of its application for Industrial Revenue Bonds. I would urge favorable consideration of that request. Superior Companies, located in Fort Wayne, their parent company, has been a vital and productive member of our Community. For over a quarter of a century they have provided a financial and employment base for the City of Fort Wayne. Their presence as a major employer as well as a good .neighbor is highly valued. Their decision to construct a regional facility in South Bend should, I am certain, prove to be a significant addition to your community. Respectfully, Benjamin A. Eisbart, President Fort Wayne Common Council April 13, 1984 To the Honorable Members of the Common Council of South Bend, Indiana: On behalf of the City of Fort Wayne, I would like to draw your attention to Metal Resources Corporation. It is my understanding they have submitted various petitions to the Council regarding their new regional metal processing and brokerage business to be located southwest of West Sample Street and Prairie Avenue in South Bend. Metal Resources Corporation, a subsidiary of Superior Company of Fort Wayne, will be directed and operated by Daniel M. Rifkin. The Rifkin family has operated one of the outstanding businesses in our Summit City for several decades. The work they have done for our community and the economic growth they have brought to our city is a major contribution to our Industries. I recommend the Rifkin's professionally and personally and am confident they will bring the same organizaed and efficient operation to the City of South Bend through Metal Resources Corporation. If you would like to discuss any part of their petition with me or have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office. With best wishes! Sincerely, Win Moses, Jr. Mayor Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to continue public hearing on this resolution to May 14, the motion received no second. Council Member Taylor made a motion to adopt this resolution, as amended, seconded by Council Member Serge. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of six ayes and three nays (Council Members Zakrzewski, Crone and Paszek.)