12-08-14 Amended Council Agenda, Packet & Committee Meetings

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Kennedy Park Resolution Page 2 it was reported in the South Bend Tribune on September 28, 2014, that "a proposed bond issue to help pay for some of the more than $37 million in needed improvements outlined in the parks master plan would have no effect on local tax rates" and that a proposed 20 -year $2.5 million bond "would be financed with economic development and county option income tax revenue ". i Section I. The Common Council believes that neighborhood parks and recreational opportunities help contribute to the quality of life in our neighborhoods. Section II. In light of the fact that the City Administration will be bringing a proposed park bond to the Council since such a bond issue would require Common Council approval, it is recommended that a Kennedy Park Master Plan first be developed to address some of the urgent needs which include but are not limited to the following: 1. A minimum of $300,000 to $400,000 commitment for needed park upgrades 2. Development of walking paths 3. Development of shelters with grills and benches 4. Enhanced playground equipment 5. New basketball courts Section III. The City of South Bend has the opportunity to develop a Kennedy Park Master Plan which establishes immediate and long -term goals, priorities for new park services and the enhancement of existing ones; as well as developing partnerships with private entities so that tax dollars may be leveraged resulting in more opportunities to address needed park facilities, services and needs of our residents. Section. IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor. Voting in Favor Voting Against. W ., John Voorde, City Clerk NOT MMO`Jfp AGO? T 0 Henry Davis, Jr., ° Disn South Bend Common Council Pete Buttigieg, Mayor 2014 a JOHN NCtr_' ;A_11 t. *SYY CLERK, %:0 0 l:3LND.EN