07-13-15 Common Council Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING JULY 13, 2015 Council President Scott — Kellirae it has been great having you here. Music is so vital; it is great that we are honoring the arts tonight. Thank you so much. Councilmember Dr. Ferlic — Congratulations, music is really the soul. They've shown in Alzheimer's that the last thing to leave them is their love for music. It is true for autism, and a lot of other disease prognosis that we have. Congratulations. You have my profound admiration for anyone who can teach Dave Varner. Councilmember Schey —Thank you so much. Councilmember Davis, Jr. —Thank you so much and congratulations obviously is an order. I believe in arts as well. I've been so excited in art that I went to college and majored in art. Not only that I am an accomplished, award winning drummer as well. I believe in the magic and business of what it can do for people; it's done something great for me as well. Thank you for bringing this to our community and making sure that people are able to gain from it as well. Thank you so much This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Those wishing to speak in favor: Cecil Eastman, 57112 Peachstone Drive, South Bend— Pete what can you do man? Anyway, being a musician myself, I completely understand the value of Music Village. I'm not sure if I should thank Kellirae or condemn her for feeding my brother -in -laws ukulele addiction. Beyond that I wish her the very best. Thank you. Becky Kaiser, 913 Diamond Ave, South Bend — Kellirae has been a part of our extended family for many years before she even had children. Not only is she an accomplished musician, and obviously a wonderful business women, but she also has three extremely beautiful children. To do everything she does and to still do that is amazing. Pete Buttigieg, 107 W. North Shore Drive, South Bend— I just want to add my voice, and let the record reflect that South Bend is a better place because of Music Village because of Kellirae's efforts and all those that backed her. She really did make this possible. There is nothing more fun to see than someone take their idea, run with it and succeed. I think my favorite moment was running into her early on and asking her how it was going she said, "The only problem is I don't know how to run a non - profit." I asked what she was going to do about it, and she stated, "Oh, I'm going to figure it out." She clearly did, she kept learning, and kept growing as a successful social entrepreneur. She inspired others to learn and grow as musicians. We are very grateful as a city. One other thing, if you have not heard her sing, she has a remarkable talent. Thank you for recognizing this great part of our community. Dick Phiel, Oakbrook Drive, Granger, IN — Just wanted to say Jerry had this concept when he and I went into a jam session one afternoon. Then he took off to New Zealand for six (6) months. So I thought might step up and do something, and we had a wonderful time. I think one thing you have to keep in mind is that a city isn't just about work and taking out the garbage, but a place where people should have fun. That's what the Music Village is all about, bringing some energy and some fun downtown South Bend? We don't want it anywhere but downtown South Bend. So congratulations to everyone. There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council in opposition to this bill, Councilmember Mr. Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt by acclamation for Resolution 15 -55. Councilmember Derek Dieter seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES — MAYOR PETE BUTTIGIEG Mayor Pete Buttigieg: Thank you for the opportunity to visit with you concerning a few updates going on in our city. I am pleased to advise you that we have a new public servant, Dr. James 7