HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/09/91 Board of Public Works MinutesREGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 9. 1991
The regular meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at
9:32 a.m. on Monday, December 9, 1991, by Board President John E.
T,eszczynski, with Mr. Leszczynski, Mrs. Patricia E. DeClercq and
Ms. Katherine Humphreys present. Also present was Chief
Assistant City Attorney Jenny Pitts Manier.
APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Upon a motion made by Mrs. DeClercq, seconded by Ms. Humphreys
and carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of the Board held
on December 2, 1991 were approved.
OPENING OF BIDS - ONE (1) ONE TON TRUCK CHASSIS AND ONE (1)
STANDARD HALF TON PICKUP TRUCK
This was the date set for receiving and opening of sealed bids
for the above referred to vehicles. 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:
GATES CHEVROLET CORPORATION
401 South Lafayette Boulevard
South Bend, Indiana 46601
Bid was signed by Mr. Charles J. Lindzy, Fleet Manager,
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination
Commitment form was completed and a ten per cent (100) Bid
Bond was submitted.
One (1) 1992 Chevrolet Cab/Chassis, Model CC31403, 84" CA,
159.5" WB, 15,000 GVW and as per specifications on file
with any noted exceptions noted below:
Price w/o trade: $17,553.02
Less trade-in - 1989 Ford K6001586: $ 5,200.00
Net price w/trade: $12,353.02
Exceptions:
1. Warranty is 100,000 miles w/$100 deductible. Injection
pump is thirty-six (36) months/36,000 miles.
2. Tires are 225/70-R19.5/F radial.
One (1) 1992 Chevrolet 1/2 ton pickup, 131.5" WB, Model
CC10903, and as per specifictions on file, with any
exceptions noted below:
Price - one: $11,268.67
Exceptions:
1. Axle ration is 3:08.
2. Warranty is thirty-six (36) months/36,000 miles,
bumper to bumper without any deductible.
3. Tires are P225/75R15.
JORDAN MOTORS, INC.
609 East Jefferson Boulevard
Mishawaka, Indiana 46544
Bid was signed by Mr. Thomas L. Wargo, Non -Collusion
Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination Commitment form
was completed and a ten per cent (100) Bid Bond was
submitted.
BID:
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One (1) 1992 Ford Super Duty Chassis, standard cab, 161"
wheelbase, 84" CA, 14500 lb. GVWR, front stabilizer bar. Two
wheel drive; dual rear wheels:
Selling price: $18,435.15
Trade - 1989 Ford F350: $ 3,000.00
Net Price: $15,435.15
One (1) 1991 F150 1/2 Ton Pickup - 133" wheelbase, 8' style -
side box. 5450 lb. GVWR:
Selling price:
$12,403.00
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
and carried, the above bids were referred to the Division of
Equipment Services for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS - WEST WASHINGTON DEVELOPMENT AREA DEMOLITION -
1231, 1233, 1306 W. WASHINGTON (ALTERNATES: 1226, 1228 & 1230 W.
WASHINGTON)
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:
LA FREE EXCAVATING, INC.
1251 West Third Street
Osceola, Indiana 46561
Bid was signed by Mr. Richard LaFree, President, Non -
Collusion Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination
Commitment form was completed and a five per cent (5%) Bid
Bond was submitted.
BID:
Total Base Bid (1 + 2 + 3): $26,619.33
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $52,692.53
TOROK EXCAVATING & DEMOLITION, INC.
54195 North Burdette
South Bend, Indiana
Bid was signed by Mr. Bill Torok, President, Non -Collusion
Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination Commitment form
was completed and a Certified Check in the amount of
$2,443.40 was submitted.
BID:
Bid indicated on State Board of Accounts Form #96:
$48,868.00
Bid as indicated on Proposal Sheets #1 & #2:
Total Base Bid (1 + 2 + 3): $27,364.00
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $21,504.00
MURDOCK & SONS CONSTRUCTION, INC.
131 South Taylor Street
South Bend, Indiana
Bid was signed by Mr. W.H. Calvin Murdock, President/CEO,
Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination
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Commitment form was completed and a five per cent (5%) Bid
Bond was submitted.
BID:
Total Base Bid (1 + 2 + 3): $49,797.00
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $82,571.00
WARNER AND SONS, INC.
P.O. Box 87
Elkhart, Indiana 46515
Bid was signed by Mr. Jack Warner, President, Non -Collusion
Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination Commitment form
was completed and a five per cent (5%) Bid Bond was
submitted.
BID:
Total Base Bid (1 + 2 + 3): $31,582.00
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $54,192.00
RITSCHARD BROTHERS INC.
1204 West Sample Street
South Bend, Indiana 46619
Bid was signed by Mr. Donald Ritschard, Executive
President, Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order,
Discrimination Commitment form was completed and
cent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
BID:
Total Base Bid (1 + 2 + 3): $30,800.00
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $62,200.00
BRADBERRY BROTHERS, INC.
20061 Dice Street
South Bend, Indiana 46614
Vice-
Non -
a five per
Bid was signed by Mr. W. J. Bradberry, President, Non -
Collusion Affidavit was in order, Non -Discrimination
Commitment form was completed and a five per cent (5%) Bid
Bond was submitted.
BID:
Total Base Bid & Alternates
(1+2+3+A1+A2+A3): $66,208.00
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
and carried, the above bids were referred to the Engineering
Department for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF PROPOSALS - PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COVERAGE
Mr. Leszczynski advised that this was the date set for the
receiving and opening of Proposals for property and casualty
insurance coverage.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
and carried, the Proposals submitted by the following were
rejected as they were received past the published deadline for
the submission of Proposals:
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1. Koehler Insurance Corporation
P.O. Box 6518
South bend, Indiana 46660
2. Cassady Neeser & Brasseur, Inc.
340 Columbia Place
P.O. Box 778
South Bend, IN 46624
The following Proposals were opened and read:
WATERFIELD INSURANCE AGENCY
900 East Colfax, Suite 1
P.O. Box 1717
South Bend, Indiana 46617
Proposal was submitted by Mr. Nick Stscherban, Jr., Agent.
PROPOSAL:
Boiler and Machinery:
$2,000,000 combined limit direct damage, business income and
extra expense.
Per list of locations enclosed
Comprehensive Form excluding production machinery
(copy of form included in Proposal)
Broad Form, Repair or Replacement
Include: Joint loss clause (property)
Newly acquired locations
(12 months or policy expiration)
Unnamed locations
Ninety (90) day cancellation clause (ten (10)
days for non-payment of premium).
Deductibility: $25,000 direct damage
48 hours business income and extra expense
Annual Premium: $11,440.00
LAVEN INSURANCE AGENCY
2628 South Michigan Street
P.O. Box 2379
South Bend, Indiana 46680-2379
Proposal was submitted by Mr. Robert O. Laven.
PROPOSAL:
Quotation valid through January 15, 1992.
Property Premium: $82,481.00
Business Income & Extra Expense Premium: $ 1,181.00
Inland Marine Premium: $23,456.00
Boiler & Machinery Premium: $ 5,404.00
Total: $112,522.00
All coverages quoted through Indiana Insurance Company.
GIBSON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
300 South Saint Louis Boulevard
P.O. Box 11177
South Bend, Indiana 46634-0177
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Proposal was submitted by Mr. Gregory S. Downes, Vice -
President and Ms. Dorothy H. Neilson, Accounts Supervisor
Commercial Division.
PROPOSAL:
Real and Personal property
$ 80,000.00
Business Income
Included
Boiler and Machinery
Included
Inland Marine
Included
Placement Fee
$ 14,000.00
Premises Liability
$ 70,000.00
Worker's Compensation
$107,843.00
Bonds
$ 4,483.00
Total Estimated Annual Premium/cost: $276,326.00*
+ losses
*Note: Total does not include Worker's
Compensation losses.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Humphreys
and carried, the above Proposals were referred to Mrs. C.J.
Cartwright-Cowsert, Safety and Risk Manager, for review and
recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS - EAST BANK DEVELOPMENT AREA AND MICHIGAN
STREET REPLACEMENT LIGHTING FIXTURES
It is noted that this was the date set for receiving and opening
of sealed Quotations for the above referred to project. The
following Quotations were opened and read:
ALL -PHASE ELECTRIC SUPPLY CO.
1385 Bendix Drive
P.O. Box 3995
South Bend, Indiana 46628
Quotation was submitted by Mr. L. Futa.
QUOTATION:
Two (2) B750-361OT-150HPS $ 840.00 each plus
freight
Two (2) 2G-1880PM-BCC-3601T-70HPS $1,450.00 each plus
freight
ELKHART SUPPLY CORPORATION
1126 Kent Street
Elkhart, Indiana 46514-1740
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Norman Williams.
QUOTATION:
Two (2) Sternberg B750/3610T/150HPS/MT/RE-V/lamp/ABZ
Unit Price: $ 905.00
Extension: $1,810.00
Two (2) Sternberg Assembly of 2-G1880PM/BBC/3610T/
70HPS/120V/RE-V/SMPC/Lamp/ABZ
Unit Price: $1,565.00
Extension: $3,130.00
Note: Last order of Twin Globe assemblies were "Arylic
Globes." There is no change in price and if needed
just change the SMPC (Poly Carb) to SMA.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
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and carried, the above Quotations were referred to the
Engineering Department for review and recommendation.
PUBLIC HEARING AND UNFAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION - PROPOSED VACATION
OF FIRST, SECOND, THIRD AND FOURTH ALLEYS NORTH OF PORTAGE,
LOCATED BETWEEN LELAND AVENUE AND FOREST AVENUE EXCLUDING THE
PORTIONS OF THE NIS ALLEY BETWEEN FOREST AND LELAND
Mr. Leszczynski advised
Board's Public Hearing
alleys:
that this was the date set for the
on the proposed vacation of the following
The first, second, third and fourth alleys north of
Portage, located between Leland Avenue and Forest
Avenue, excluding the portions of the north -south alley
between Forest Avenue and Leland Avenue, which intersects
the alleys to be vacated for a total distance of
approximately 960 feet and a width of approximately
twelve (12) feet.
It was noted that this Public Hearing is being held in order for
the Board to submit a recommendation to the Common Council
concerning the Vacation Petition filed by Contact person Chris
Vanden Bossche, 721 Forest Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, on behalf
of the following individuals:
Gloria Roeder 717 Forest
Stephen Fallon 802 Forest
Chris Vanden Bossche 721 Forest
Judith M. Heyhoe 809 Forest
Hugh Hack 742 Leland
Margaret Moody 727 Forest
Sandy Friesen 714 Forest
Edward Ardnt 720 Forest
Richard W. Agan 818 Leland
Thomas Bullock 843 Forest
Kenneth Haller 837 Forest
Brian Lee Hart 847 Forest
John D. Kordalski 830 Forest
Gary Kern 827 Forest
Chris Doyal 806 Leland
Charles Kirkpatrick 831 Forest
Ann K. Clark 831 Forest
Victoria Hyland 824 Forest
Charles & Kathy Reger 816 Forest
William D. Morris 814 Forest
Michael C. Grant 803 & 833 Forest
David Storey 811 Leland
It was further noted that pursuant to South Bend Municipal Code
Section 18-53.8, owners whose property abut the proposed alleys
to be vacated, as well as those property owners within one
hundred fifty feet (1501) of the alleys to be vacated were
notified of the Board's Public Hearing date.
Mrs. Emily Karczewski, 728 Leland Street, South Bend, Indiana,
(Key #18-1059-2532) addressed the Board and stated that she is
opposed to the vacation because closing the alley would block
access to parking in the rear of her property. Mrs. Karczewski
expressed her concerns that she received her letter regarding
this Public Hearing just last Thursday and also notification that
the Common Council would conduct their Public Hearing today as
well. She inquired if it was standard procedure to receive such
short notification and for the Board to make a decision in a
matter of hours. Mrs. Karczewski was advised that usual
procedures were followed in this matter.
Mrs. Karczewski stated that the three (3) tenants of the property
she owns will have to park on the street should the alley be
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vacated. She noted that parking on the street is already tight
and there would be a great parking hazard if all the residents
then had to find parking on the street. Mrs. Karczewski informed
the Board that forty-five (45) houses would be affected by the
vacation as proposed and if everyone has two (2) vehicles there
would be a parking problem. Additionally, residents would have
to exit onto either Portage or Riverside which is very
dangerous. She noted that the north/south alley is one fifth
(1/5) of a mile long and the access alleys proposed to be vacated
are needed. Mrs. Karczewski inquired if the Board compiled any
statistics regarding the amount of crime in the area and whether
adequate fire protection was addressed. Mr. Leszczynski
indicated that the Board's concern in this matter is ingress and
egress and public use. He noted that the Fire Department has
indicated that they have no objections to the vacations as long
as they can get through the alleys if required. They would
prefer utilizing the north/south alley as opposed to the
east/west alleys.
In conclusion, Mrs. Karczewski stated that it is not a good idea
to vacate the alleys as there is no way to get to their
backyard. Mr. Leszczynski informed Mrs. Karczewski that should
the fourteen foot (141) alley be vacated, seven feet (71) would
revert to her property and they could utilize this area as access
to their property. Mrs. Karczewski stated that she has had
problems in the past with individuals parking on her property
illegally and has had to call the police. Should this alley be
vacated and become private property she would have a more
difficult time getting the police to help. She stated that it is
in the best interests of the people of the area to keep the alley
open.
Mr. Chris VandenBossche, 721 Forest Avenue, South Bend, Indiana,
addressed the Board and stated that he is one of the people who
put together this Vacation Petition. He noted that six (6) out
of eight (8) residents on these alleys on the east side are owner
occupied and three (3) on the west side are owner occupied. He
noted that they understand that there is access to parking on the
west side for several of these alleys. Residents on the third
and fourth alleys have no intent to put any barrier to block the
alleys but will leave them open with some of type of access
agreement. The residents on the east side do intend to close the
alley to eliminate through traffic. Mr. VandenBossche stated
that the vacation was structured this way because properties at
the intersections of the cross alleys could not give property
back to the City in order to have an adequate turning radius.
Mr. Tom Brademas, 750 Leland, South Bend, Indiana, indicated that
he is also representing the residents of 728 and 736 Portage and
stated that he utilizes the alley to park in the back of his
property. He stated that he has some reservations and agrees
with both sides but would have to drive three hundred fifty feet
(350') down a dirt alley to get to his garage. He noted that he
and his neighbors have small children. He stated that he is
opposed to the closing because he could not get to his garage.
He stated that it would be a speed hazard if the City closed a
couple of alleys. He noted however that he is undecided
regarding this proposed vacation but wanted to attend the Public
Hearing to hear what the other residents had to say regarding
this matter.
Mr. Tom Bullock, 843 Forest Street, South Bend, Indiana, stated
that he too initiated this Petition and agrees with Mr.
VandenBossche. He noted that the people on Forest Avenue did
experience a slight increase in traffic when another alley was
vacated. He noted that it was the consensus of the group to
close the four (4) alleys instead of having one (1) or two (2)
left open and they decided to band together as a group. If this
group effort fails, they could come back individually. He sited
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safety as being one of the reasons for the closing of the alleys
as vehicles do utilize the alleys at a high rate of speed and
also because when the properties were platted no distance was
left between the property line and the edge of the house and in
the summer with windows open it becomes quite dirty. Therefore,
the convenience of the homeowners would be enhanced by this
vacation.
Mr. Daniel Slattery, 754 Leland, South Bend, Indiana, stated that
he has access to his garage from the mid north/south alley and
uses the cross alley to get to that garage. Of the twenty-two
(22) properties, eight (8) of the properties lie across from the
alley and would not have need to use the alley. Three (3) of the
petitioners have private drives on the street and have no need to
use the alley. Six (6) have no garage and one (1) has access to
Portage Avenue. Of the four (4) remaining, three (3) have
garages and one (1) has a parking area that abuts the alley and
they would still be able to use it as a private drive. Mr.
Slattery noted that eighteen (18) property owners who did not
sign the petition would directly be effected by the vacation.
Mr. Slattery inquired if the Petition had to be considered by the
Board as presented or if there was room for compromise. Chief
Assistant City Attorney Jenny Pitts Manier stated that the Board
could not amend the Petition or ordinance.
Mr. Slattery submitted to the Board pictures which he took this
past weekend indicating the type of situation which would be
encountered by motorists attempting to drive from the alley onto
Portage and Riverside. He noted that there is a visual
obstruction on these heavily travelled streets.
Mr. Ron Schriver, 734 Leland, South Bend,
indicated that he is in opposition to the
Indiana
closing
(Lot #5),
of the alleys
for the reasons previously stated which is
unsafe
access to
Portage and/or Riverside. He noted that he
would
not be opposed
to an alternate or partial closing of the
alleys or limited
access.
Mr. Paul Griffith, 809 Forest, South Bend, Indiana, informed the
Board that he is in favor of the vacation as there is a large
amount of foot and vehicular traffic through the alley and for
the safety of the children he would recommend approval of the
closing. He noted that access at the end of Portage or Riverside
is not ideal but he is not sure any other alternative is better
and it would be a trade off for the inconvenience. He stated
that he would oppose selective closings.
Mr. VandenBossche addressed the Board again and stated that the
alleys are used as much as shortcuts as for access and there are
quite a few garages on the alley that are not being utilized. He
stated that the convenience issue is as important as the safety
issue. At this point, Mr. VandenBossche also submitted to the
Board photographs of the alleys. It was also noted at this time
that there were no statistics available on the amount of traffic
utilizing the alleys.
Mr. Stephen Luecke, 1st District Councilman and property owner of
816 Leland Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, advised that he and his
wife own property that abuts one of the alleys proposed for
vacation and he has a conflict of interest in this matter. He
noted that some residents are in favor and some are against.
Mr. Luecke advised members of the Board that some time ago he was
approached by Mr. VandenBossche regarding the possibility of
closing the alley. He was also approached by Mr. Bullock
regarding the closure of the alley abutting his residence. At
that time it was thought that combining the efforts of the
residents of the area to close the four (4) alleys would be the
best method to follow. The four (4) alleys were recommended to
be closed in the fashion they were in order to eliminate the need
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for residents to give back to the City property in order to
provide a wider turning radius because of the creation of
T-intersection alleys. In some instances there is no property to
give back to the City for this purpose. Mr. Luecke stated that
Mr. Scott Mainwaring and Ms. Susan Elfin, 817 Forest Avenue,
South Bend, Indiana, have submitted a letter indicating their
opposition to the vacation. Additionally, Mrs. Mary Grontkowski,
720 Portage Avenue, South Bend, advised him that she is in
opposition to the vacation.
Mr. Todd Wakevainen, 738 Leland Street, South Bend, Indiana,
stated that he is concerned for himself and his tenants and is
opposed to parking on the street as well as exiting onto Portage
or Riverside. He indicated that he is of the belief that some
type of compromise could be reached. He inquired what would
happen if two (2) cars were coming down the north/south alley at
the same time with no room to turn around. Someone would have to
back all the way out of the alley.
Mrs. Karczewski addressed the Board again and stated that there
are not twenty-two (22) properties as previously stated by Mr.
Slattery but forty-five (45) houses with a potential of ninety.
(90) cars that would have to utilize the one -fifth mile long
alley. She noted that someday the residents may wish to improve
or build new garages on their property to enhance their property
but could not use the garages because of lack of access. Mrs.
Karczewski inquired if any of the Board members made a site
inspection and was told that Mr. Leszczynski did visit the area.
Mr. Slattery stated that the alley is not paved and is a dirt
alley full of potholes. He inquired where the traffic would go
if some of the alleys were closed and some not. He stated that
his garage is not currently being used but access to that garage
is important to him and the value of his property. Should the
alley be vacated it would be so permanently and would stop the
future use of the garages.
Mr. Griffith, 809 Forest Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, stated that
most of the traffic he notices is not from residents but from
others utilizing the alley as a shortcut. He stated that perhaps
actual numbers could be tabulated regarding the number of
vehicles utilizing the alleys.
There being no one else present wishing to address the Board
concerning this matter, upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski,
seconded by Ms. Humphreys and carried, the Public Hearing on this
matter was closed.
Chief Assistant City Attorney Jenny Pitts Manier advised the
Board that the Area Plan Commission has noted that property
owners of lots 1 & 2 and lots 9 & 10 have not signed the Vacation
Petition and therefore the individuals who submitted the Petition
have no authority to request the vacation of those alleys. In
order to vacate these alleys owners of lots 1 & 2 and 9 & 10
would have to sign the Petition. The other residents who have
signed have no interest in that particular property.
Ms. Humphreys inquired what the Board's options were in this
matter. She that
noted the Board is required to send a
recommendation to the Common Council and they don't have the
authority to amend the Petition. She further noted that the
Board can send a negative recommendation based on the information
at hand as well as a recommendation that the Common Council
consider the creation of T-intersection alleys. Mrs. Manier
stated that the Board can send either an affirmative or negative
recommendation with comments indicating that the Council may wish
to modify the Petition.
Therefore, Ms. Humphreys made a motion that the Board send to the
Common Council a negative recommendation as it appears that not
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all property owners who abut the alleys to be vacated signed the
Petition form but with the recommendation that the Common Council
may want to consider closing off one-half (1/2) of the alleys and
creating T-intersections as a potential compromise for the
property owners. Mr. Leszczynski seconded the motion which
carried.
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 47-1991 - ADOPTING A WRITTEN FISCAL PLAN AND
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES TO AN ANNEXED
AREA IN PENN TOWNSHIP
Mr. David Norris, Department of Economic Development, advised the
Board that the Resolution before them today contains a written
fiscal plan and involves a parcel of property located southeast
of the intersection of Ironwood and Inwood Roads. This parcel of
property, approximately 5.30 acres is proposed to be annexed to
the City.
Mr. Norris informed the Board that the developer of the property
to be annexed intends to construct a physicians office and
medical facility on the site. The single family house now
located on the site will remain as a caretaker's residence.
Mr. Norris indicated that no City funds will be required for
improvements to the area as the developer is providing street
construction, lighting, sewer facilities, water facilities and
stormwater drainage facilities. The wastewater treatment and
collection systems can provide service to the area without any
additional expenditures by the City.
In conclusion Mr. Norris stated that police and fire protection
as well as water service will be considered by the respective
Boards.
Therefore, Mrs. DeClercq made a motion that the Resolution
submitted to the Board be adopted. Ms. Humphreys seconded the
motion which carried and the following Resolution No. 47-1991 was
adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 47-1991
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND ADOPTING A
WRITTEN FISCAL PLAN AND ESTABLISHING A
POLICY FOR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES TO
AN ANNEXED AREA IN PENN TOWNSHIP
WHEREAS, there has been submitted to the Common Council of
the City of South Bend, Indiana, an ordinance which proposes the
annexation of the hereinafter described real estate located in
Penn Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, the territory proposed to be annexed is located to
the southeast of the intersection of Ironwood Road with Inwood
Road, within the Northwest Quarter of Section 29, Township 37
North, Range 3 East, Penn Township, and is proposed to be
developed as a site for the construction of physicians offices
and a medical facility, the development of which land as proposed
will require a level of municipal public services basic to the
establishment and maintenance of such development, which services
shall include services of a non -capital nature, including street
and road maintenance, and services of a capital improvement
nature, including street construction, street lighting, sewer
facilities, and storm water facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works now desires to establish
and adopt a fiscal plan and establish a definite policy showing
(1) the cost estimates of services of a non -capital nature,
including street and road maintenance and other non -capital
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services normally provided within the corporate boundaries, and
services of a capital improvement nature, including street
construction, street lighting, sewer facilities, and storm water
drainage facilities to be furnished to the territory to be
annexed; (2) the method(s) of financing those services; (3) the
plan for the organization and extension of those services; (4)
that services of a non -capital nature will be provided to the
annexed area within one (1) year after the effective date of the
annexation, and that they will be provided in a manner equivalent
in standard and scope to similar non -capital services provided to
areas within the corporate boundaries of the City of South Bend,
that have characteristic of topography, patterns of land use, and
population density similar to that of the territory to be
annexed; (5) that services of a capital improvement nature will
be provided to the annexed area within three (3) years after the
effective date of the annexation in the same manner as those
services are provided to areas within the corporate boundaries of
the City of South Bend that have characteristics of topography,
patterns of land use and population density similar to that of
the territory to be annexed and in a manner consistent with
federal, state and local laws, procedures, and planning criteria;
and (6) the plan for hiring the employees of other governmental
entities whose jobs will be eliminated by the proposed
annexation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section I. That it is in the best interest of the City of
South Bend and of the area proposed to be annexed that the real
property located in Penn Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana,
described in Exhibit l.of Attachment "B", attached hereto and
made a part hereof, be annexed to the City of South Bend.
Section II. That it shall be and hereby is now declared and
established that it is the policy of the City of South Bend, by
and through its Board of Public Works, to furnish to said
territory services of a non -capital nature, such as street and
road maintenance, within one (1) year of the effective date of
the annexation, in a manner equivalent in standard and scope to
the services furnished by the City to other areas of the City
which have characteristics of topography, patterns of land
utilization and population density similar to said territory; and
to furnish to said territory services of a capital improvement
nature, such as street construction, street lighting, sewer
facilities, and storm water facilities, within three (3) years of
the effective date of the annexation, in the same manner as those
services are provided to areas within the corporate boundaries of
the City of South Bend that have characteristics of topography,
patterns of land use and population density similar to that of
the territory to be annexed and in a manner consistent with
federal, state and local laws, procedures, and planning criteria.
Section III. That the Board of Public Works shall and does
hereby now establish and adopt the fiscal plan described in
Exhibit "B", attached hereto and made a part hereof, for the
furnishing of said services to the territory to be annexed.
Adopted this 9th day of December, 1991.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
s/John E. Leszczynski
s/Katherine Humphreys
s/Patricia E. DeClercq
Attest:
s/Sandra M. Parmerlee, Clerk
REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 9, 1991
ATTACHMENT "B"
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
FISCAL PLAN FOR THE
ANNEXATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED IN PENN TOWNSHIP
SOUTHEAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF
IRONWOOD AND INWOOD ROADS
INTRODUCTION
The following Fiscal Plan, developed through the cooperative
efforts of the City of South Bend's Controller's Office,
Department of Public Works, Police Department, Fire Department,
Department of Neighborhood Code Enforcement, and the Department
of Public Parks represents the City's policy for the annexation
of the property located southeast of the intersection of Ironwood
and Inwood Roads in Penn Township, St. Joseph County
(hereinafter, "Annexation Area").
This annexation meets the statutory contiguity requirements.
I. LOCATION
The Annexation Area is located on the south side of the City of
South Bend in part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 29,
Township 37 North, Range 3 East, Penn Township. The Legal
Description for the Annexation Area, marked as Exhibit 1, is
attached hereto and made a part of this fiscal plan. A map
showing the Annexation Area, marked as Exhibit 2, is attached
hereto and made a part hereof. There are approximately 5.30
acres of land within the Annexation Area.
II. EXISTING LAND USE
The Annexation Area currently has a single family home located on
it.
III. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
The developer of this project proposes to construct a physicians
office and medical facility on the site. The home that currently
exists on the Annexation Area will remain as the caretaker's
residence.
All surface drainage is to be handled in compliance with the City
of South Bend's Subdivision Standards. The developer of the
project is responsible for all infrastructure improvements
including any streets, street lighting, water, sewers and
stormwater drainage facilities needed.
IV. PROVISION OF CITY SERVICES
A. Public Works
No expenditure of funds by the City will be required to provide
capital improvements due to the developer providing street
construction necessary, street lighting, sewer facilities, water
facilities, and stormwater drainage facilities within the
Annexation Area.
Water lines of sufficient size and capacity are available from
both Ironwood and Inwood Roads. Sewer lines are also adjacent to
the Annexation Area. The wastewater treatment and collection
systems can provide service to the proposed area without any
additional expenditures by the City.
The City also can provide solid waste collection services to the
Annexation Area without additional equipment or personnel.
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B. Police Protection
The Annexation Area will be added to Beat 15. Police officials
do not anticpate that the addition of the development will
increase significantly the call for police services. Routine
patrol and law enforcement can be provided without hiring
additional officers or purchasing additional equipment.
Police patrols, traffic enforcement, and emergency responses will
be a part of the services the City will offer to the Annexation
Area. Police protection will be furnished to the Annexation Area
within one (1) year after the effective date of the annexation.
C. Fire Protection
The Annexation Area is located approximately 2.6 miles from South
Bend Fire Department Station Number 10 at 308 West Ireland Road.
Additional Fire Department units will respond, including engine
Number 8, which is located at 2402 Twykenham, approximately 2.0
miles from the Annexation Area. Response times will be
comparable to other areas of the City.
The Fire Department does not foresee any unusual fire protection
problems related to the proposed development. The Fire
Department's final approval of the project will require
examination and approval of the site plan, including the location
of fire hydrants. No additional equipment will need to be
purchased or personnel hired to provide fire protection to the
Annexation Area.
The long range plan, already in place, provides for a continual
review of the needs for additional personnel and equipment for
all areas of the City. Relocation of Station Number 10 nearer to
the southeast side of South Bend is also being considered.
D. Neighborhood Code Enforcement
The Department of Neighborhood Code Enforcement can provide code
enforcement activities without acquiring additional equipment or
hiring additional personnel.
The Humane Society of St. Joseph County currently provides animal
control services on a County -wide basis.
E. Public Parks
There are adequate park facilities in the Southeast portion of
the City that can be used by the residents of the Annexation
Area. Parks and facilities that are close to the Annexation Area
are: Hamilton Park, which has playground equipment, picnic
tables and ball diamonds; Erskine Golf Course, which has an 18
hole course; O'Brien Park, which has picnic facilities, a lighted
softball diamond, football field, playground equipment and about
five (5) acres of woods; and Marshall Park, which has a tot lot,
lighted tennis courts, ball diamonds, and a football field.
No additional personnel or equipment will be needed to provide
services to the Annexation Area.
V. HIRING PLAN
This annexation will not result in the elimination of jobs of
employees of another governmental entity.
APPROVE RELEASE OF TEMPORARY AND PERPETUAL EASEMENTS - CORBY
STREET SEWER PROJECT
Mr. Leszczynski advised that when the above referred to project
began it was discovered that the sewer and water lines were not
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where they were thought to be and therefore the Easements
previously provided are not required.
It is noted that Board Attorney Mary H. Mueller prepared the
appropriate Release of Temporary and Perpetual Easements in
regards to this project. It is further noted that on April 8,
1191 and May 10, 1991, the Board accepted and approved Temporary
and Perpetual Easements with Mr. John Freidline in regards to
this project. Therefore, Mr. Leszczynski made a motion that the
Release be approved and executed. Ms. Humphreys seconded the
motion which carried.
AWARD QUOTATION - SOUTH BEND AVENUE SEWER LATERAL
In a Memorandum to the Board, Mr. Carl P. Littrell, Director,
Division of Engineering, advised that he has reviewed the
Quotations received on December 2, 1991 for the above referred to
project and at this time recommends the award of the Quotation
submitted by DeWulf & Sons, P.O. Box 792, South Bend, Indiana, in
the amount of $6,350.00. Mr. Leszczynski made a motion that the
recommendation be accepted and the Quotation be awarded. Ms.
Humphreys seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVE PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT - ASBESTOS ABATEMENT
COLFAX THEATRE
Mr. Leszczynski advised that Clean Air Systems, Inc., 23349 State
Road 23 West, South Bend, Indiana, has submitted the Project
Completion Affidavit for the above referred to project. Upon a
motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq and
carried, the Project Completion Affidavit as submitted was
approved and executed.
APPROVE INSURANCE STATEMENTS
Mr. Leszczynski noted that Mrs. Cissy Cartwright-Cowsert, Safety
and Risk Manager, submitted to the Board Insurance Statements
required for lease agreements which indicate the City as the
lessee and General Motors Acceptance Corporation, c/o PDP
Services, 7th Floor, Executive Plaza IV, Hunt Valley, Maryland as
the loss payee for two (2) vehicles owned by the City utilized by
Century Center. The Statements include General Motors Acceptance
Corporation as an additional insured. Mrs. DeClercq made a
motion that the Insurance Statements be approved and executed.
Ms. Humphreys seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVE REQUESTS:
- REQUEST OF ERSKINE BOULEVARD RESIDENTS TO CONDUCT ANNUAL
CANDLELIGHT WALK - DECEMBER 14, 1991
- REQUEST OF ST. JOE VALLEY CHAPTER KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS TO
CONDUCT "MARCH FOR LIFE" - JANUARY 19 1991
- REQUEST OF MORSE DIESEL TO OCCUPY PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
AT DOWNTOWN VALLEY AMERICAN BANK BUILDING - MAIN & WASHINGTON
STREETS
Mr. Leszczynski advised that the above referred to requests have
been reviewed by the appropriate City departments and bureaus and
approval is recommended. It is noted that these requests were
submitted to the Board on November 25, 1991 and December 2, 1991.
Mrs. DeClercq made a motion that the requests be approved. Ms.
Humphreys seconded the motion which carried.
REQUEST OF MARCH OF DIMES TO CONDUCT 22ND ANNUAL WALK AMERICA -
APRIL 25, 1992 - REFERRED
In a letter to the Board, Ms. Diana M. Dolde, March of Dimes
Birth Defects Foundation, Northern Indiana Chapter, 833 Northside
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Boulevard, P.O. Box 23, South Bend, Indiana, advised that the
March of Dimes is requesting permission to conduct the 22nd
Annual WalkAmerica on Saturday, April 25, 1992. Mr. Leszczynski
made a motion that the request be referred to the appropriate
City departments and bureaus for review and recommendation. Mrs.
DeClercq seconded the motion which carried.
REQUEST OF F.I.R.E. TO ACQUIRE CITY -OWNED PROPERTY - 719 WEST LA
SALLE STREET - REFERRED
In a letter to the Board, Attorney Peter G. Trybula, Baker &
Daniels, First Bank Building, 205 West Jefferson Boulevard, Suite
250, South Bend, Indiana, advised that he is requesting, on
behalf of F.I.R.E., Inc., an Indiana not -for -profit corporation,
that the City transfer title to F.I.R.E. for Lot 48 Kuplers
subdivision.
Mr. Trybula noted that this summer F.I.R.E. acquired ownership of
lots #6 and #7 of Kuplers subdivision and is currently renovating
the home located on Lot #6 (street address 717 West LaSalle
Street) to serve the South Bend community as a home in which
physically and sexually abused children and other children
separated from their parents may enjoy supervised visits with
their parents in a home -like setting. F.I.R.E. has developed
this program in conjunction with the Department of Public Welfare
and the St. Joseph County Courts. The United Way of St. Joseph
County has participated in the program by providing a venture
fund grant.
Mr. Trybula further noted that the parcel of property they are
requesting is a small triangular shaped parcel remaining from the
development of Chapin Street at the northeast corner of Chapin
and LaSalle Streets. F.I.R.E. would expect to use this land for
additional parking and outdoor recreational space for children
and their families participating in visits at the center.
Mr. Leszczynski made a motion that the request be referred to the
appropriate City departments and bureaus to determine whether or
not the City need retain this property for any reason. Mrs.
DeClercq seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVE REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS - CHEMICALS
- BUREAU OF WASTEWATER
In a letter to the Board, Mr. Karl Kopec, Manager of Operations,
Division of Environmental Services, requested that the Board
advertise for the receipt of bids for ferric chloride, sulfur
dioxide and chlorine for 1992. Mr. Leszczynski made a motion
that the request be approved. Mrs. DeClercq seconded the motion
which carried.
APPROVE REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS - SALE OF
ABANDONED VEHICLES
Mrs. Patricia E. DeClercq, Director, Department of Code
Enforcement, requested permission to advertise for the sale of
approximately eight (8) abandoned vehicles, which are being
stored at Super Auto Salvage Corporation, 3300 South Main Street,
South Bend, Indiana. It was noted that all vehicles have been
stored more than fifteen (15) days, identification checks had
been run for auto theft and the owners and lienholders notified.
Upon a motion made by Mrs. DeClercq, seconded by Mr. Leszczynski
and carried, the above request was approved and a date of
December 30, 1991, was established for the receiving and opening
of sealed bids.
REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS - CONSTRUCTION/
INSTALLATION OF FUEL STORAGE AND DISPENSING FACILITIES -
EQUIPMENT SERVICES FACILITY - TABLED
In a Memorandum to the Board, Mr. Carl P. Littrell, Director,
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Division of Engineering, requested that the Board advertise for
the receipt of bids for the above referred to project. Mr.
Leszczynski made a motion that the request be tabled at this
time. Mrs. DeClercq seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVE CONTRACTORS BOND
Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Engineering Department has
recommended that the Bond of Contractor for James Bernicky be
approved effective December 9, 1991. Mr. Leszczynski made a
motion that the bond be approved. Mrs. DeClercq seconded the
motion which carried.
APPROVE LICENSE APPLICATION - RUBBISH AND GARBAGE REMOVAL
Mr. Leszczynski advised that Karl C. McGhee, 1020 Sorin Street,
South Bend, Indiana, has submitted an application for a Rubbish &
Garbage Removal license. It is noted that the Department of Code
enforcement has reviewed this application and recommends
approval. It was noted that an inspection of the truck to be
used had been conducted by the Solid Waste Bureau and the
applicant was found to be in compliance. Upon a motion made by
Mrs. DeClercq, seconded by Ms. Humphreys and carried, the above
license application was approved and referred to the Deputy
Controller's office for issuance of a license.
APPROVE TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
and carried, the following one (1) traffic control device was
approved:
1. NEW INSTALLATION: Handicap Parking Space
LOCATION: 1706 North O'Brien
REMARKS: As requested by Ms. Frances A.
Csaszar
APPROVE TITLE SHEET - IRELAND HEIGHTS SECTION ONE LOT 11 & LOT 12
SEWER HOOKUP
Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Title Sheet submitted today
involves the installation of a sewer on Sampson Drive.
Therefore, Ms. Humphreys made a motion that the Title Sheet be
approved and signed. Mrs. DeClercq seconded the motion which
carried.
FILING OF CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE
Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq
and carried, the Certificate of Insurance for Williams
Contracting, Bob Williams, 1240 North Kaley Street, South Bend,
Indiana, was accepted and filed.
FILING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEAN-UP OF LOTS REPORTS
Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Board is in receipt of two (2)
lists as submitted by the Department of Code Enforcement
indicating that twenty (20) City owned and miscellaneous
properties were cleaned by the Department during the period
November 24, 1991 to November 27, 1991. Mrs. DeClercq made a
motion that the lists be accepted for filing. Ms. Humphreys
seconded the motion which carried.
APPROVE CLAIMS
Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. Juan A. Manigault, Executive
Director, WDS of Northern Indiana, submitted a list containing
one hundred forty-seven (147) claims and recommended approval.
Additionally, the Deputy Controllers Office has submitted claims
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in the amounts of $2,699,971.01, $3,054,278.64, $2,223,940.67 and
$2,025,324.14 and recommended approval. Therefore, Ms. Humphreys
made a motion that the claims as submitted be approved and the
lists filed. Mrs. DeClercq seconded the motion which carried.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a
motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mrs. DeClercq and
carried, the meeting, adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
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