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REGULAR MEETING APRIL 8, 2002
The regular meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, April 8,
2002, by Board President Gary A. Gilot, with Mr. Carl P. Littrell and Mr. Donald E. Inks present.
Also present was Board Attorney Thomas Bodnar.
AGENDA ITEM ADDED
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the following item was added
to the agenda:
- Agreement - Professional Services - The Troyer Group
PUBLIC HEARING -LICENSE APPLICATION -TRANSIENT MERCHANT - MICHIANA GEM
AND MINERAL SHOW
Mr. Gilot advised that this was the date set for the Board's Public Hearing concerning a License
Application for a Transient Merchant, as submitted by Ms. Margaret Heinek, 7091 East Park Lane,
New Carlisle, Indiana, for the Michigan Gem and Mineral Show, to be held August 30 through
September 1, 2002, at the Century Center. It was noted that favorable recommendations were
received from the Police Department, Fire Department, Building Commissioner and the Legal
Department.
Ms. Margaret Heinek was present and recommended approval. There being no one else present
wishing to address the Board concerning this matter, the Public Hearing was closed.
Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the License
Application was approved.
OPENING OF BIDS - 2002 SEWER LINING PROGRAM - PROJECT NO 102-27
This was the date set for receiving and opening of sealed bids for the above referred to project. The
Clerk tendered proofs of publication of Notice in the South Bend Tribune and the Tri-County News
which were found to be sufficient. The following bids were opened and publicly read:
REYNOLDS INC.
4520 North State Road 37
Orleans, Indiana 47452-0186
Bid was signed by Mr. Larry Purlee, Vice President
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
BID: $606,600.00
1NSITUFORM TECHNOLOGIES USA, INC.
12897 Main Street
Lemont, Illinois 60439
Bid was signed by Ms. Diane Bowers
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
BID: $540,950.00
Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the above bids were referred
to the Division of Engineering for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS - KINYON STREET IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT NO 101-073
This was the date set for receiving and opening of sealed bids for the above referred to project. The
Clerk tendered proofs of publication of Notice in the South Bend Tribune and the Tri-County News
which were found to be sufficient. The following bids were opened and publicly read:
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EXCAVATION BONDS
Brooks Construction
Grade -Rite Excavation
A&R Septic Company, Inc
APRIL 8, 2002
Released Effective April 4, 2002
Released Effective April 4, 2002
Approved Effective April 2, 2002
Pursuant to Res. No. 100-2000
Mr. Gilot made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and that the Bonds be approved
and/or released as outlined above. Mr. Inks seconded the motion which carried.
FILING OF CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the following Certificates
of Insurance were accepted for filing:
Woodruff and Sons, Inc.
Post Office Box 450
Michigan City, Indiana 46361
Adams Remco, Inc., d/b/a
Pixel Creek Technologies, Inc.
Post Office Box 3968
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Walsh Construction Company of Illinois
929 west Adams
Chicago, Illinois 60607
FILING OF SAFETY REPORTS - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The Division of Environmental Services, Street Department, Division of Engineering, Water Works
and Equipment Services submitted Safety Reports for March 2002. These reports will reflect
injuries/accidents for each month and provide for a comparison. There being no further discussion,
upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the reports were accepted and
filed.
FILING OF MONTHLY REPORT - ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Mr. Jack Dillon, Director of Environmental Services, submitted a report for the Division of
Environmental Services, for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Organic Resources, Solid Waste and
Sewer Repair, for the month of March 2002. There being no further discussion, upon a motion made
by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the report was accepted and filed.
FILING OF MONTHLY REPORT - WATER WORKS
Mr. Andy Wierzbicki, Water Works, submitted a report for the Water Works, for the month of
March 2002. There being no further discussion, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr.
Inks and carried, the report was accepted and filed. Mr. Wierzbicki will submit an amended report
based on discussion.
FILING OF QUARTERLY CONSTRUCTION REPORT - DIVISION OF ENGINEERING
Mr. Toy Villa, Public Construction Manager, submitted a Quarterly Construction Report for January,
February and March 2002 for construction projects in the Division of Engineering. Upon a motion
made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the report was accepted and filed.
APPROVE CLAIMS
Mr. Gilot stated that the following claims were submitted to the Board for approval:
Name
Amount of Claim
Date
City of South Bend
$862,237.54
April 1, 2002
Mr. Inks made a motion that the claims be approved and the reports as submitted be filed. Mr.
Littrell seconded the motion which carried.
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Base Bid
$ 82,780.75
Alternate A
$ 93,688.25
Alternate B
$ 29,472.00
TOTAL
$205,941.00
BROOKS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC.
18130 US Highway 20
Goshen, Indiana 46528
Bid was signed by Mr. Jeffrey Bender
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid
$ 91,090.00
Alternate A
$ 99,452.00
Alternate B
$ 46,991.00
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$237,533.00
KASER-SPRAKER CONSTRUCTION INC.
25487 State Road 23
South Bend, Indiana 46614
Bid was signed by Mr. Gary Spraker
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
BID:
Base Bid
$115,028.00
Alternate A
$129,947.00
Alternate B
$ 42,330.00
TOTAL
$287,305.00
THE ROBERT HENRY CORPORATION
Post Office Box 1407
South Bend, Indiana 46624
Bid was signed by Mr. Robert Henry
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid $ 90,819.00
Alternate A $102,953.00
Alternate B $ 32,980.00
TOTAL $226,752.00
L.L. GEANS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
1923 North Home Street
Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
Bid was signed by Mr. Rocky Geans
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
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WALSH AND KELLY, INC.
24358 State Road 23
South Bend, Indiana 46614
Bid was signed by Mr. Roger Knip
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid $ 93,965.00
Alternate A $109,128.75
Alternate B $ 32,984.00
TOTAL $236,077.75
MCINTYRE-JONES CONSTRUCTION. LLC
2526 West 6tn Street
Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
Bid was signed by Mr. Jeffrey Bradley
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid $ 90,393.45
Alternate A $101,316.80
Alternate B $ 29,231.05
TOTAL $250,672.35
SELGE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
2833 South 11' Street
Niles, Michigan 49120
Bid was signed by Mr. John Szuba
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid $ 82,145.00
Alternate A $ 94,637.00
Alternate B $ 29,971.00
TOTAL $206,753.00
RIETH RILEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
25200 State Road 23
South Bend, Indiana 46614
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Bid was signed by Mr. Todd Gosc '
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted4.
BID:
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NORTHERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC
16465 West Lincoln Highway
Plymouth, Indiana
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
BID:
One (1) Air Compressor
2002 A,,, -!as Copco $11,170.00
NORTHERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC
16465 West Lincoln Highway
Plymouth, Indiana 46563
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
APRIL 8, 2002
2002 Terex Arrow Board $ 4,235.00 (1 Unit) $16,940.00 (4 Units)
US TRAFFIC CORPORATION
9603 Jahn Street
Santa Fe Springs, California 90670
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
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2002. Sunray AB 15
Solar Board
$3,695.00 $14,780.00 (4 Units)
Optional Auxiliary Battery Charger $ 200.00
GATES CHEVY WORLD
401 So,*h Lafayette
South Bend, Indiana 46634
2003 Chevrolet 16,000
Cab/Chassis $29,420.00
Optional Air Conditioning $ 700.00
Optional 2-Person Seat $ 115.00
GATES CHEVY WORLD
401 South Lafayette Boulevard
Cniat1+ Rend, Indiana 46634
$ 800.00
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Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
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Base Bid $ 85,997.90
Alternate A $ 98,852.25
Alternate B $ 29,581.86
TOTAL $214,432.01
APRIL 8, 2002
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the above bids were referred
to the Division of Engineering for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS - VACANT LOT MOWING
This was the date set for receiving and opening of sealed bids for the above referred to service. The
Clerk tendered proofs of publication of Notice in the South Bend Tribune and the Tri-County News
which were found to be sufficient. The following bid was opened and publicly read:
QUALITY ASSURANCE JANITORIAL/MANAGEMENT SERVICES
19051 Farmington Lane
South Bend, Indiana 46614
Bid was signed by Mr. Gregory Collins
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
No Bid Bond was submitted
BID: $3,240.00
Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the above bids were referred
to the Department of Code Enforcement for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS
- ONE (1) MORE OR LESS, 2002 3/4 TON FULL SIZE CARGO VAN
- ONE (1) 2002 ALL WHEEL DRIVE CARGO VAN
- ONE (1) 2002 PORTABLE ROTARY SCREW 185 C.F.M. AIR COMPRESSOR
- FOUR (4) MORE OR LESS SOLAR POWERED ARROW BOARDS
- TWO (2) MORE OR LESS, TANDEM AXLE ASPHALT PATCH BOXES
- ONE (1) MORE OR LESS, HEAVY DUTY 15,000 LB GVWR 2002 CHASSIS
This was the date set for receiving and opening of sealed bids for the above referred to
vehicles/equipment. The Clerk tendered proofs of publication of Notice in the South Bend Tribune
and the Tri-County News which were found to be sufficient. The following bids were opened and
publicly read:
DEEDS EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC.
2203 North Michigan Road
Plymouth, Indiana 46563
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
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One (1) 2002 Keizer Morris
Patch Box
$13,900.00 (1)
$27,500.00 (2)
(Discount for Two
Units)
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NORTHERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY_ INC
16465 West Lincoln Highway
Plymouth, Indiana
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One (1) Air Compressor
2002 Atlas Copco $11,170.00
NORTHERN EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC
16465 West Lincoln Highway
Plymouth, Indiana 46563
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid. Bond was submitted
BID:
2002 Terex Arrow Board $ 4,235.00 (1 Unit)
US TRAFFIC CORPORATION
9603 John Street
Santa Fe Springs, California 90670
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order
Non -Discrimination Commitment form was completed
Ten per cent (10%) Bid Bond was submitted
BID:
2002 Sunray AB 15
Solar Board
$3,695.00
Optional Auxiliary Battery Charger $ 200.00
GATES CHEVY WORLD
401 South Lafayette
South Bend, Indiana 46634
2003 Chevrolet 16,000
Cab/Chassis $29,420.00
Optional Air Conditioning $ 700.00
Optional 2-Person Seat $ 115.00
GATES CHEVY WOD D
401 South Lafayette Boulevard
South Bend, Indiana 46634
2002 Chevrolet AWD Astro Cargo $19,758.00
Rear Heat and A/C $ 575.00
Sliding Door/Rear Panel Doors $ 218.00
Trailering Package $ 257.00
APRIL 8 2002
$16,940.00 (4 Units)
$14,780.00 (4 Units)
$ 800.00
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GATES CHEVY WORLD
401 South Lafayette Boulevard
South Bend, Indiana 46634
2002 Chevrolet 3/4 Cargo Van $17,166.00
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Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the above bids were referred
to Central Services for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS - 617 SOUTH PULASKI IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT NO.102-
003
Mr. Gilot advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed Quotations for
the above referred to project. The following Quotations were opened and read:
L.L. GEANS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
1923 North Home Street
Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Rocky Geans
QUOTATION: $12,574.30
KASER SPRAKER CONSTRUCTION, INC.
25487 West State Road 2
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Gary Spraker
QUOTATION: $21,170.00
SELGE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
2833 South 1 lth Street
Niles, Michigan 49120
Quotation was submitted by Mr. John Szuba
QUOTATION: $16,769.00
MCINTYRE-JONES CONSTRUCTION, LLC
2526 West 6t' Street
Mishawaka, Indiana
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Jeffrey Bradley
QUOTATION: $16,731.00
RIETH RILEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
Post Office Box 1775
South Bend, Indiana 46634
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Mark Nagle
QUOTATION: $22,290.75
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks ppd, arried, the above Quotations were
referred to the Division of Engineering,for review and recommendation.
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OPENING OF QUOTATIONS - 402 WEST WASHINGTON IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO
102-028
Mr. Gilot advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed Quotations for
the above referred to project. The following Quotations were opened and read:
L.L. GEANS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
1923 North Home Street
Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Rocky Geans
QUOTATION: $24,067.50
KASER SPRAKER CONSTRUCTION INC.
25487 West State Road 2
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Gary Spraker
QUOTATION: $35,368.00
MCINTYRE-JONES CONSTRUCTION LLC
2526 West 6t' Street
Mishawaka, Indiana
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Jeffrey Bradley
QUOTATION: $38,235.00
RIETH RILEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC.
Post Office Box 1775
South Bend, Indiana 46634
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Mark Nagle
QUOTATION: $40,890.50
SELGE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC.
2833 Southl lth Street
Niles, Michigan 49120
Quotation was submitted by Mr. John Szuba
QUOTATION: $36,271.00
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the above Quotations were
referred to the Division of Engineering for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS/AWARD QUOTATION KELLY PARK IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT NO. 102-022
Mr. Gilot advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed Quotations for
the above referred to project. The following Quotations were opened and read:
L.L. GEANS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
1923 North Home Street
Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
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Quotation was submitted by Mr. Rocky Geans
QUOTATION: $31,892.00
KASER SPRAKER CONSTRUCTION INC
25487 West State Road 2
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Gary Spraker
QUOTATION: $44,207.00
SELGE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC
2833 South 1 lth Street
Niles, Michigan 49120
Quotation was submitted by Mr. John Szuba
QUOTATION: $31,274.00
MCINTYRE-JONES CONSTRUCTION, LLC
2526 West 61h Street
Mishawaka, Indiana
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Jeffrey Bradley
QUOTATION: $29,115.46
RIETH RILEY CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC.
Post Office Box 1775
South Bend, Indiana 46634
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Mark Nagle
QUOTATION: $27,092.75
APRIL 8, 2002
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the above Quotations were
referred to the Division of Engineering for review and recommendation. After reviewing those bids,
Mr. David Koppana, Engineering, recommends that the Board award the contract to Rieth Riley
Construction in the amount of $27,092.75.
Therefore, Mr. Inks made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as
outlined above. Mr. Gilot seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS TJX SITE
GRADING AND DRAINAGE PROJECT - PROJECT NO. 102-034A
In a memorandum to the Board, Mr. Jason Durr, Engineering, requested permission to advertise for
the receipt of bids for the above referred to project. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the request to advertise for the receipt of bids was approved.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS TJX SITE
SANITARY SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT - PROJECT NO. 102-34B
In a memorandum to the Board, Mr. Jason Durr, Engineering, requested permission to advertise for
the receipt of bids for the above referred to project. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the request to advertise for the receipt of bids was approved.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT - CONTINGENT ATTORNEY FEE FOR CODE
ENFORCEMENT
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
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Attorney Richard Zimmerman, 218 West Washington, South Bend, Indiana, for enforcement of
judgements and investigation to assess collect ability for the Department of Code Enforcement.
Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Agreement was
approved and executed, with the addition of Paragraph 5.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT - PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES - SITE
CLEARING AND GRADING BID PACKAGE - TJX SITE - PROJECT NO. 102-034A
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
DLZ Indiana, 2211 East Jefferson; South Bend, Indiana, for the above referred to project. Mr. Gilot
noted that the Agreement is in the amount not to exceed $36,000.00. Therefore, upon a motion made
by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT - PROFESSIONAL SERVICES - STUDY AND REPORT PHASE
- ALIGNMENT OF BENDIX DRIVE BETWEEN WESTMOOR AND OLIVE STREETS
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
The Troyer Group, 550 Union Street, Mishawaka, Indiana, for the above referred to project. Mr.
Gilot noted that the Agreement is in the amount of $52,210.00. Therefore, upon a motion made by
Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
WITHDRAW REQUEST - TO PLACE SIGNS/T-SHIRTS IN AREA IN FRONT OF MORRIS
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - CHILD ABUSE SOCIETY
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Fire Department, Police Department, Building Department and the City Attorney's office, in
reference to a request as submitted by Ms. Jennifer Weinberg, 912 East LaSalle, South Bend,
Indiana, to place signs and t-shirts representing child abuse and neglect in the grassy area in front of
the Morris Performing Arts Center from April 1 to April 30, 2002. Upon a motion made by Mr.
Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the request was withdrawn, as Ms. Weinberg will be placing
the signage on a private property.
APPROVE CLAIMS
Mr. Gilot stated that the following claims were submitted to the Board for approval:
Name
Amount of
Claim
Date
City of South Bend
$1,158,756.73
April 8, 2002
St. Joseph County Housing Consortium
$ 2,150.00
April 4, 2002
St. Joseph County Housing Consortium
$ 6,995.08
April 4, 2002
Mr. Gilot made a motion that the claims be approved and the reports as submitted be filed. Mr. Inks
seconded the motion which carried.
RATIFICATION OF PREVIOUSLY APPROVED ITEMS
Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the following agenda items
were ratified. It was noted these agenda items were approved by the Board of Public Works at the
agenda session held on April 4, 2002.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Gary A. Gilot, President
Carl P. Littrell, Member
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Donald E. Inks, Member
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Angela K. Ja ob, Clerk
The public agenda session of the Board of Public Works was convened at 8:03 a.m. on Thursday,
April 4,2002, by Board President Gary A. Gilot, with Mr. Carl P. Littrell and Mr. Donald E. Inks
present. Also present was Board Attorney Thomas Bodnar.
ADD/TABLE AGENDA ITEMS
- Award Bid - Bio-Solids Trucking
- Add Title Sheet - Chapin Street Improvements
- Table License Application - Circus Pages International
- Add Contingency Attorney Fee Agreement
Upon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the above referred to items
were added/tabled.
APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the minutes of the regular
meeting of the Board held on March 25, 2002, were approved.
AWARD BID - WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FILTER PRESS RENOVATION -
PROJECT NO. 102-013
Mr. Jack Dillon, Director, Environmental Services, advised the Board that on March 11, 2002, bids
were received and opened for the above referred to project. After reviewing those bids, Mr. Dillon
recommends that the Board award the contract to Ashbrook Corporation, 11600 East Hardy,
Houston, Texas, in the amount of $371,360.00. Therefore, Mr. Gilot made a motion that the
recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as outlined above. Mr. Littrell seconded the
motion which carried.
AWARD BID - ONE (1) FOUR WHEEL DRIVE EXTENDED CAB PICK-UP TRUCK
Mr. Matthew Chlebowski, Director, Equipment Services, advised the Board that on March 25, 2002,
bids were received and opened for the above referred to vehicle. After reviewing those bids, Mr.
Chlebowski recommends that the Board award the contract to the lowest, responsible and responsive
bidder, Harbor Chevrolet Cadillac, Inc., 3502 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City, Indiana, in
the amount of $25,806.60, which is the base bid of $22,315.00 plus $3,491.60 for options.
Therefore, Mr. Inks made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as
outlined above. Mr. Littrell seconded the motion which carried.
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AWARD BID - FIVE (5) FOUR WHEEL DRIVE PICK-UP TRUCKS WITH PLOWS
Mr. Matthew Chlebowski, Director, Equipment Services, advised the Board that on March 25, 2002,
bids were received and opened for the above referred to equipment. After reviewing those bids, Mr.
Chlebowski recommends that the Board award the contract to the lowest, responsible and responsive
bidder, Gates Chevy World, 401 South Lafayette, South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of
$120,740.00, which is the base bid of $19,894.00 plus $4,254.00 in options. Therefore, Mr. Inks
made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as outlined above. Mr.
Littrell seconded the motion which carried.
AWARD BID - ONE (1) TWO WHEEL DRIVE EXTENDED CAB PICK-UP TRUCK
Mr. Matthew Chlebowski, Director, Equipment Services, advised the Board that on March 25, 2002,
bids were received and opened for the above referred to equipment. After reviewing those bids, Mr.
Chlebowski recommends that the Board award the contract to Neal's Dodge, 7115 Calumet Avenue,
Hammond, Indiana, in the amount of $20,659.15, which is the base bid of $19,514.15 plus $1,145.00
in options. Therefore, Mr. Littrell made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and the bid
be awarded as outlined above. Mr. Inks seconded the motion which carried.
AWARD BID - ONE (1) TWO WHEEL DRIVE CAB PICK-UP TRUCK
Mr. Matthew Chlebowski, Director, Equipment Services, advised the Board that on March 25, 2002,
bids were received and opened for the above referred to vehicle. After reviewing those bids, Mr.
Chlebowski recommends that the Board award the contract to the lowest, responsible and responsive
bidder, Gates Chevrolet, 401 South Lafayette South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of $18,295.00,
which is the base bid of $17,190.00 plus $1,105.00 in options. Therefore, Mr. Littrell made a motion
that the recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as outlined above. Mr. Inks seconded
the motion which carried.
AWARD BID - BIO-SOLIDS TRUCKING
Mr. Jack Dillon, Director, Environmental Services, advised the Board that on March 25, 2002, bids
were received and opened for the above referred to project. After reviewing those bids, Mr. Dillon
recommends that the Board award the contract to the lowest, responsible and responsive bidder, JDS
Trucking, Inc., 19039 Glendale Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of $59.00 per hour
Monday through Friday and $68.00 per hour on Saturday. Therefore, Mr. Gilot made a motion that
the recommendation be accepted and the bid be awarded as outlined above. Mr. Littrell seconded
the motion which carried.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS ONE (1) MORE
OR LESS, 2002 SINGLE AXLE DUMP TRUCK WITH SNOW EQUIPMENT
In a letter to the Board, Mr. Matthew Chlebowski, Director of Central Services, requested permission
to advertise for the receipt of bids for the above referred to equipment for the Sewer Department.
Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the request to
advertise for the receipt of bids was approved.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS CHAPIN STREET
IMPROVEMENTS/TITLE SHEET - PROJECT NO. 102-002
In a memorandum to the Board, Mr. David Koppana, Engineering, requested permission to advertise
for the receipt of bids for the above referred to project. In addition, the Title Sheet for this project
was submitted for approval. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks
and carried, the Title Sheet and request to advertise for the receipt of bids were approved
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER - PALAIS ROYALE RESTORATION - CASTEEL
CONSTRUCTION - PROJECT NO 101-051
Mr. Gilot advised that Mr. Toy Villa, Public Construction Manager, has submitted Change Order
No. 1 on behalf of Casteel Construction Company, 23186 West Ireland Road, South Bend, Indiana
indicating that the Contract amount be increased $25,492.00 for a new Contract sum including this
Change Order in the amount of $5,991,492.00. Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr.
Littrell and carried, the Change Order was approved.
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 8, 2002
APPROVAL OF LEASE AGREEMENT - OFFICE MAILER - PITNEY BOWES
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Lease Agreement between the City of South Bend
and Pitney Bowes, 27 Wateriew Drive, Shelton, Connecticut, for the rental of a desktop folder/mailer
for the Department of Code Enforcement. Mr. Gilot noted that the Agreement is in the amount of
$136.48 for forty-eight (48) months, and it was noted that after forty-eight months, the equipment
would belong to Code Enforcement. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr.
Inks and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL - PARKING GARAGES REPAIRS - MAIN/COLFAX AND ST.
JOSEPH STREETS - KASER SPRAKER CONSTRUCTION
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Proposal between the City of South Bend and Kaser
Spraker Construction, 25487 West State Road 2, South Bend, Indiana, for the repair of damaged
concrete treads and landings and remaining floors of the above referred to parking garages. Mr.
Gilot noted that the Proposal is in the amount of $31,990.00. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr.
Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Proposal was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT EXTENSION - 2002 STREET MATERIALS - WALSH & KELLY,
INC.
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Contract between the City of South Bend and Walsh
& Kelly, Inc., 24358 State Road 2, South Bend, Indiana, for the extension of miscellaneous street
materials for the year 2002. It was noted that the Board of Public Works approved the extension at
the March 21, 2002 public agenda session, as noted in the minutes. Therefore, upon a motion made
by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Contract was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT EXTENSION - 2002 STREET MATERIALS - BIT -MAT
PRODUCTS
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Contract between the City of South Bend and Bit -
Mat Products, South Bend, Indiana, for the extension of miscellaneous street materials for the year
2002. It was noted that the Board of Public Works approved the extension at the March 21, 2002
public agenda session, as noted in the minutes. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot,
seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Contract was approved and executed.
APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - 2002 GOOD NEIGHBORS/GOOD
NEIGHBORHOODS PUBLIC WORKS CURB AND SIDEWALK PROGRAM - SELGE
CONSTRUCTION - PROJECT NO. 102-019
Mr. Gilot advised that in accordance with the bid awarded on March 7, 2002, to Selge Construction,
2833 South I11h Street, Niles, Michigan, in the amount of $239,150.00 for the above referred to
project, a Contract in said amount was being submitted for Board approval. Upon a motion made
by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Contract was approved and the appropriate
Certificate of Insurance, Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond as submitted
were filed.
APPROVAL OF GRANT AGREEMENT - GOOD NEIGHBORHOODS BUILDING BLOCKS -
NORTHEAST NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL AND THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME
FOR SOCIAL CONCERNS
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
the Northeast Neighborhoods Council and the University ofNotre Dame for Social Concerns, South
Bend, Indiana. Mr. Gilot noted that the Agreement is in the amount of $5,000.00. Therefore, upon
a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Agreement was approved and
executed.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT - STAFF SUPPORT - HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT (HDC) - CITY OF MISHAWAKA
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
the City of Mishawaka, for staff support for the HDC plan and miscellaneous activities. The City
of South Bend will bill the City of Mishawaka $10,000.00 for this service. Therefore, upon a motion
made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
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APPROVAL OF SERVICES AGREEMENT - GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SERVICES -
SAGAMORE ASSOCIATES
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
Sagamore Associates, 300 North Meridian, Indianapolis, Indiana, for the current government
relations services from December 1, 2001 to November 30, 2002. Mr. Gilot noted that the
Agreement is in the amount of $5,000.00 per month. Therefore, upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF CONTRACT - SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY AT PUBLIC AUCTION -
KASER'S AUCTION SERVICE
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Contract between the City of South Bend and
Kaser's Auction Service, North Liberty, Indiana, to conduct a public auction on April 13, 2002 for
unclaimed items. Mr. Gilot noted that the Contract is in the amount of 8% commission. Therefore,
upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Contract was approved
and executed.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - HEADWORKS FACILITY - CLARIFIER
IMPROVEMENTS AND BLOWER AND ENGINE REPLACEMENT - ADDITIONAL
ENGINEERING SERVICES - GREELEY AND HANSEN
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Amendment to an Agreement between the City of
South Bend and Greeley and Hansen, 100 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, for additional
engineering services for the above referred to project. Mr. Gilot noted that the Amendment is in the
amount of $100,000.00, bringing the contract amount to $769,800.00. Therefore, upon a motion
made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Amendment was approved and
executed.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT - OPERATION AND FISCAL OVERSIGHT OF THE RUM
VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM -
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (HDCI
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
the Housing Development Corporation (HDC), South Bend, Indiana, to provide services regarding
administration of the Rum Village Neighborhood Repair and Improvement Grant Program. Mr.
Gilot noted that the Agreement is in the amount of $10,500.00. Therefore, upon a motion made by
Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
APPROVE GOOD NEIGHBORS BUILDING BLOCK GRANT AGREEMENT
The following Agreement was presented to the Board for approval:
Christmas in April/St. Joseph County and LaSalle Park Neighborhood Council
$2,500.00
It was disclosed that Mr. Jeremy Bortorff was the signatory of this Agreement. Upon a motion made
by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the above referred to Agreement was approved and
executed.
TABLE AGREEMENT - CONTINENCY ATTORNEY FEE FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT
Upon a motion made by Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Agreement was tabled.
APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - MIAMI ROAD/RIDGEDALE AVENUE
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS - RIETH RILEY CONSTRUCTION - PROJECT NO. 100-
090
Mr. Gilot advised that in accordance with the bid awarded on October 18, 2001, to Rieth Riley
Construction, 25200 State Road 23, South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of $48,750.00 for the above
referred to project, a Contract in said amount was being submitted for Board approval. Upon a
motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Contract was approved and the
appropriate Certificate of Insurance, Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond as
submitted were filed.
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 8, 2002
APPROVAL `OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING
SERVICES - PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT OF AN AREA IN
STUDEBAKER CORRIDOR - HULL & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of an Agreement between the City of South Bend and
Hull & Associates, Inc., 6130 Wilcox Road, Dublin, Ohio, for additional Level IV analytical
reporting, installation of additional monitoring wells, a transition form the original VRP to RISC
guidelines and surveying costs to address inaccuracies in the maps that were provided to Hull. Mr.
Gilot noted that the Agreement is in the amount of $23,000.00. Therefore, upon a motion made by
Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Agreement was approved and executed.
APPROVAL OF LICENSE APPLICATION FOR MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT - MICHAEL
& COMPANY, INC.
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of favorable recommendations from the Fire Department,
Police Department, Building Department and the Legal Department for a License Application for
a Massage Establishment, as submitted by Mr. Michael Murray, 521 East Jefferson South Bend,
Indiana, for a renewal of a License at 521 East Jefferson, South Bend, Indiana. Upon a motion made
by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the License Application was approved.
APPROVE LICENSE APPLICATION - PUBLIC PARKING FACILITY
Upon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the following license
application was approved:
Valley American Limited Partnership
211 West Washington
South Bend, Indiana 46601
The above licence application was approved and referred to the Deputy Controller's Office for
issuance of a license. It was noted that the required Proof of Insurance as well as the hours and rates
to be charged was attached to the application. Favorable recommendations were received from the
Fire Department, Code Enforcement and the Legal Department.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT SUNBURST MARATHON
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Traffic &
Lighting, Police Department, Park Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a
request as submitted by Ms. Liz Peralta, Memorial Health & Lifestyle, 111 West Jefferson, South
Bend, Indiana to conduct the above referred to Sunburst Marathon on June 8, 2002, on the
designated route as submitted. Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and
carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT MICHIANA AIDS WALK 2002
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Park Department, Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as
submitted by Ms. Holly McCune, AIDS Ministry, Post Office Box 11582, South Bend, Indiana to
conduct the above referred to walk on September 22, 2002, on the designated route as submitted.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the recommendation was
approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT RIVERSIDE RUN
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Park Department, Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as
submitted by Ms. Susan O'Connor, Park Department to conduct the above referred to run on July
6, 2002, on the designated route as submitted. Upon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr.
Littrell and carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT "HIGHER CALL" PRAYER VIGIL
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as submitted by Mr. John
Wilson, Higher Call, 3717 South Michigan, South Bend, Indiana, to conduct the above referred to
prayer vigil on the steps and sidewalk in front of Lafayette Street by the old Court House, on May
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2, 2002, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. pon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and
carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT SOUTH BEND/MICHIANA LUPUS
WALK
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Park Department, Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as
submitted by Ms. Sara Irons, Michigan Lupus Foundation, 2653 Redfield Road, Niles, Michigan to
conduct the above referred to walk on May 11, 2002, on the designated route as submitted. Upon
a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CONDUCT WALKAMERICA 2002 - MARCH OF
DIMES
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Park Department, Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as
submitted by Ms. Carl Hummer, March of Dimes, 2012 Ironwood Circle, South Bend, Indiana to
conduct the above referred to walk on April 27, 2002, on the designated route as submitted. Upon
a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CHANGE PARKING RESTRICTIONS -
BARTLETT STREET - 2002 CABIN DAYS - NORTHERN INDIANA CENTER FOR HISTORY
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as submitted by Mr.
Travis Childs, Center for History, 808 West Washington, South Bend, Indiana to change parking
restrictions on Bartlett Street from Riverside to Michigan Street, to be designated as "no parking"
in conjunction with 2002 Cabin Days, to be held on May 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, and 15, 2002. Upon a
motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the recommendation was approved.
TABLE RECOMMENDATION - TO PLACE SIGNS/T-SHIRTS IN AREA IN FRONT OF
MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - CHILD ABUSE SOCIETY
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Fire Department, Police Department, Building Department and the City Attorney's office, in
reference to a request as submitted by Ms. Jennifer Weinberg, 912 East LaSalle, South Bend,
Indiana, to place signs and t-shirts representing child abuse and neglect in the grassy area in front of
the Morris Performing Arts Center from April 1 to April 30, 2002. Upon a motion made by Mr.
Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the recommendation was tabled.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION TO ENCROACH ONTO PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY -
INSTALLATION OF AWNING - 401 SOUTH MAIN - CITY CHAPEL EFC
Mr. Gilot advised that the Board is in receipt of favorable recommendations from the Division of
Engineering, Police Department, Building Commissioner and the Fire Department for the installation
of an awning at 401 South Main Street. Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks
and carried, the recommendation was approved.
APPROVAL OF RECOMMENDATION - TO CLOSE STREET - NORTH ST. PETER FROM
COLFAX TO WASHINGTON - BLOCK PARTY
Mr. Gilot stated that favorable recommendations have been received by the Division of Engineering,
Police Department and the City Attorney's office, in reference to a request as submitted by Mr.
Jonathan Pierce, 113 North St. Peter, South Bend, Indiana, to conduct the above referred to block
party on April 27, 2002, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. It was noted that a check for $400.00 was
submitted to the Board in good faith. The check will be returned provided the area is clean from
trash after the event. Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the
recommendation was approved, subject to two (2) police officers monitoring the event.
DENY REQUEST FOR RESIDENTIAL PARKING 2100 BLOCK OF VINE STREET
In a response to a petition from the residents of the 2100 block of Vine Street and the 900-1100
blocks of 2151 Street, a parking study was conducted. The petition seeks relief from parking
congestion due to the proximity of IUSB. The study was conducted on October 18, 2001. The study
found that the criteria of Municipal Code, Article 10, Section 10-114, have not been met. Therefore,
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upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Gilot and carried, the request for residential
parking was denied.
TABLE PETITION FOR RESERVED PARKING AREA - 211 SOUTH MICHIGAN
Ms. Karen Brandy -Comer, 211 South Michigan, Apartment 302 (Robertson's Apartments) submitted
a Petition for Reserved Parking at the above referred to address. Ms. Marcia Qualls, Customer
Service Coordinator, stated that Ms. Brandy -Comer is a resident of Robertson's Apartments, and the
Petition for Reserved Parking Area is designated for employees, according to Municipal Code. The
Board does not have jurisdiction to make a decision in this matter at this time. The Board asked Ms.
Qualls to review this Ordinance with the City Council. Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded
by Mr. Inks and carried, the Petition was tabled.
APPROVAL OF AUTHORIZATION FOR ENTRY UPON PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR HOME
CONSTRUCTION - ROLAND COURT - AMERICAN HOME DREAMS
An Authorization for Entry Upon Public Property for Home Construction was submitted to the Board
for approval. The authorization allows American Home Dreams to enter upon the properties listed
in the document as submitted (Roland Court) for the purpose of constructing homes in the Sample -
Ewing development area. Upon a motion made by Mr. Inks, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried,
the Authorization was approved.
APPROVE CONSENT TO ANNEXATION AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS TO REMONSTRATE
Mr. Gilot stated that the Board is in receipt of a Consent to Annexation and Waiver of Right to
Remonstrate as submitted by Mr. Andrew Place, Place Builders, 2133 Foxboro, Mishawaka, Indiana.
The Consent indicates that in consideration for permission to tap into the public sanitary sewer
system of the City, to provide sanitary sewer service to Lot A Bean Minor Subdivision, South Bend,
Indiana, (Key # 01-1017-0340.09), Place Builders waive and release any and all right to remonstrate
against or oppose any pending or future annexation of the property by the City of South Bend.
Therefore, Mr. Gilot made a motion that the Consent be approved. Mr. Littrell seconded the motion
which carried.
APPROVAL OF RELEASE OF UTILITY EASEMENT RIGHTS - VACATED DUNHAM
STREET AND ADJACENT VACATED ALLEYS - WEST SIDE OF CHAPIN
Mr. Jason Durr, Engineering, requested permission to release utility easement rights within a
previously vacated Dunham Street and adjacent vacated alleys within the Plat of Dunham's
Subdivision of the north part of Bank Outlet #78 located on the west side of Chapin Street,
approximately 650 feet north of Sample Street. The site is the present location of an existing truck
facility which lies south of the Oliver Plow Works property. Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the Release of Utility Easements was approved.
APPROVAL OF RELEASE OF EASEMENT RIGHTS - GRANT STREET AND SCHULMAN
DRIVE
Mr. Jason Durr, Engineering, requested permission to release utility easements within the proposed
vacated Grant Street and Schulman Drive bounded by Sample Street on the north, Olive Street on
the east and the Indiana Northern Railroad on the south, to allow for a new distribution center to be
located on the several parcels that lie on either side of the two named streets. Upon a motion made
by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Release of Utility Easements was approved.
APPROVAL OF GRANTS OF EASEMENT - LINDEN AVENUE STREET LIGHTING
Mr. Chris Dressel, Economic Development, submitted Grants of Easements for 220 North Olive and
234 Carlisle for the installation and maintenance of street lighting and accompanying underground
lighting circuits. Upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the Grants
of Easement were approved.
APPROVE AND/OR RELEASE CONTRACTOR AND EXCAVATION BONDS
Mr. Anthony Molnar, Engineer, Division of Engineering, recommended that the following
Contractors and Excavation Bonds be approved and/or released as follows:
BOND OF CONTRACTOR
Brooks Construction Released Effective April 4, 2002
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EXCAVATION BONDS
Brooks Construction
Grade -Rite Excavation
A&R Septic Company, Inc.
APRIL 8, 2002
Released Effective April 4, 2002
Released Effective April 4, 2002
Approved Effective April 2, 2002
Pursuant to Res. No. 100-2000
Mr. Gilot made a motion that the recommendation be accepted and that the Bonds be approved
and/or released as outlined above. Mr. Inks seconded the motion which carried.
FILING OF CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE
Upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the following Certificates
of Insurance were accepted for fling:
Woodruff and Sons, Inc.
Post Office Box 450
Michigan City, Indiana 46361
Adams Remco, Inc., d/b/a
Pixel Creek Technologies, Inc.
Post Office Box 3968
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Walsh Construction Company of Illinois
929 west Adams
Chicago, Illinois 60607
FILING OF SAFETY REPORTS - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The Division of Environmental Services, Street Department, Division of Engineering, Water Works
and Equipment Services submitted Safety Reports for March 2002. These reports will reflect
injuries/accidents for each month and provide for a comparison. There being no further discussion,
upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the reports were accepted and
fled.
FILING OF MONTHLY REPORT - ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Mr. Jack Dillon, Director of Environmental Services, submitted a report for the Division of
Environmental Services, for the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Organic Resources, Solid Waste and
Sewer Repair, for the month of March 2002. There being no further discussion, upon a motion made
by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the report was accepted and filed.
FILING OF MONTHLY REPORT - WATER WORKS
Mr. Andy Wierzbicki, Water Works, submitted a report for the Water Works, for the month of
March 2002. There being no further discussion, upon a motion made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr.
Inks and carried, the report was accepted and filed. Mr. Wierzbicki will submit an amended report
based on discussion.
FILING OF QUARTERLY CONSTRUCTION REPORT - DIVISION OF ENGINEERING
Mr. Toy Villa, Public Construction Manager, submitted a Quarterly Construction Report for January,
February and March 2002 for construction projects in the Division of Engineering. Upon a motion
made by Mr. Gilot, seconded by Mr. Littrell and carried, the report was accepted and filed.
APPROVE CLAIMS
Mr. Gilot stated that the following claims were submitted to the Board for approval:
Name
Amount of Claim
Date
City of South Bend
$862,237.54
April 1, 2002
Mr. Inks made a motion that the claims be approved and the reports as submitted be filed. Mr.
Littrell seconded the motion which carried.
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 8, 2002
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a motion made by Mr. Littrell,
seconded by Mr. Inks and carried, the meeting adjourned at 9:43 a.m.
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