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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06/17/85 Board of Public Works Minutes6A6 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 The regular meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 17, 1984, by President John E. Leszczynski, with Mr. Leszczynski, Ms. Katherine G. Barnard and Mr. Michael L. Vance present. Also present was Assistant City Attorney Carolyn V. Pfotenhauer. APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Vance, and carried, the minutes of the June 10, 1985, regular meeting of the Board were approved. OPENING OF BIDS - TEN (10) OR MORE NEW OR USED VEHICLES FOR THE SOUTH BEND POLICE DEPARTMENT DETECTIVE BUREAU 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. Board Attorney Carolyn V. Pfotenhauer advised that the bid of Avis Rent-A-Car System, Inc., P.O. Box 66466, O'Hare International Airport, Chicago, Illinois, was defective in that the bid did not contain bid security and should therefore be rejected. Upon a motion made by Mr. Vance, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the bid of Avis Rent-A-Car was rejected for non-compliance with bid requirements. Additionally, Ms. Pfotenhauer advised that Gurley-Leep, P.O. Box 5169, Mishawaka, Indiana, indicated that they decline to bid at this time as they do not have the proper cars to meet specifications. The following bids were opened and publicly read: THOMAS DODGE OF ORLAND PARK FLEET DEPARTMENT 14200 LaGrange Road Orland Park, Illinois 60462 Bid was signed by G.F. Reicher and Jean D. Smith, Secretary -Treasurer, Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order and a 10% Bid Bond was submitted. Bid: 10 or more Note: all prices listed are per unit Vehicle #1 - 1984 Ford Thunderbird $8,197.00 Vehicle #2 - 1984 Chevy Celebrity 6,997.00 Vehicle #3 - 1984 Ford LTD 6,497.00 Vehicle #4 - 1984 Pontiac 6000 7,149.00 Vehicle #5 - NEW 1985 Dodge 600 SE Turbo 9,797.00 (five units available) Bids subject to availability are time of award. All units currently available. BUD WOLF CHEVROLET 1045 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46220 Bid was signed by Arthur H. Wolf, Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order and a 10% Bid Bond was submitted. Bid: 10 more or less Chevrolet Impala (116"wb) with 9C1 Police Pkg. 1985 Models New (Currently have 30 in stock - $11,995.00 ea. will be sold on first come, first serve basis) REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 1984 Models Used (will be ready for delivery approx. middle or late July) Units may all be inspected prior to delivery for acceptability Mileage may be chosen at buyers discretion 1982 Models Used (Have units currently in stock with more coming Beginning of July) All used units are one owner vehicles Bud Wolf Chevrolet will entertain the purchase of any used vehicle presented at time of purchase of replacement vehicle Bud Wolf Chevrolet can also offer a lease purchase or any type of lease you desire based on the above selling prices. Please feel free to contact me. Andy Wolf 317 257 4461 Any combination of new and used vehicles will be acceptable. All used units will be reconditioned and those records will be available to you BASNEY FORD $7,795.00 ea. 6,875.00 ea. 320 East Ireland Road South Bend, Indiana Bid was signed by Dean C. Serkes, Agent, Non -Collusion Affidavit was in order and a 10% Bid Bond was submitted. Bid: 1-10 1986 Ford LTD 4 Door Sedans $ 9,014.40 ea. TOTAL 90,144.00 JORDAN FORD TOYOTA 609 East Jefferson P.O. Box 310 Mishawaka, Indiana 46544 Bid was signed by R.A. Johnson, Agent, Non -Collusion - Affidavit was in order and a 10% Bid Bond was submitted. Bid: (10) 1986 Ford LTD Four Door Sedans $ 9,202.51 ea. TOTAL 92,025.10 Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the above bids were referred to the Police Department for review and recommendation. PUBLIC HEARING CONTINUED TO JUNE 24, 1985 - ALLEY VACATION: 1ST E/W ALLEY SOUTH OF HURON STREET RUNNING EAST FROM GRANT STREET Mr. Leszczynski advised that this was the date set for the Board's Public Hearing on a proposed alley vacation described as the lst east/west alley South of Huron Street running east from Grant Street to Brookfield Street excepting the north -south intersecting alley for a combined distance of 240 feet, all being in Harper & Ruckman's Survey to the City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, between Lots 187-188 and 159-160. 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 Clementine Billisitz, 522 South Grant Street, South Bend, Indiana. It was further noted that pursuant to South Bend Municipal Code Section 18.53.8, owners whose property abut the proposed alley to be vacated were notified of the Board's Public Hearing date. REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 Mrs. Clementine Billisitz, 522 South Grant Street, South Bend, Indiana, Petitioner, was present and advised the Board that<she,_.is. in favor of the alley vacation. She further stated that all but one of the property owners who have garages that abut the alley are in favor of the vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Geyer, 313 East South Street, South Bend, Indiana, were present and advised that they recently purchased the property at 518 Grant Street and are also in favor of the proposed alley vacation. In response to Mr. Geyer's inquiry of whether or not the City would put in a curb should the alley be vacated, Mr. Leszczynski advised that the City would not. Mr. Leszczynski stated.that the Board has received a letter from Mrs. Lorraine Maerjern, 714 South Liberty Street, South Bend, Indiana, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Wright, Healthwin Hospital, 20531 Darden Road, South Bend, Indiana. Ms. Maerjern indicated that the property at 521-523 South Brookfield Street., South Bend, Indiana has been turned over to her by her parents and she is in the process of selling it to meet expenses. She advised that she does not want the alley to be vacated. She further advised that it is the desire of her parents that the alley not be vacated. Mr. Leszczynski further stated that the board has received a letter from Mrs. Stanley Prebys, 616 East Angela Boulevard, Southl Bend, an abutting property owner, indicating that she is in favor_ of the proposed vacation. There being no one else present wishing to speak either for or against the proposed alley vacation, upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the Public Hearing on this matter was closed. To summarize, Mr. Vance indicated that it appears that of the four (4) property owners directly involved, three (3) are in favor of the vacation and one (1) is against. Ms. Barnard stated that she has some concerns regarding this proposed vacation and would recommend that the Board continue this matter until June 24, 1985, in order to give Board members an opportunity to inspect the.site of the proposed alley vacation. - Therefore, upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the matter of the above referred to proposed alley vacation was continued until the next regular meeting of.the Board. PUBLIC HEARING AND RECOMMENDATION - ALLEY VACATION: 1ST E/W ALLEY NORTH OF LA SALLE STREET RUNNING EAST FROM MAIN STREET Mr. Leszczynski advised that this was the date set for the Board's Public Hearing on a proposed alley vacation described as the 1st east/west alley north of LaSalle Street.running east from.Main. Street to the north -south alley for a_ distance of 165 (one -hundred sixty-five), feet lying between Lots 173 and 174 of the original plat of the City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana. 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 Mr. Dave Gordan, on behalf of The Burger King Corporation, BK Limited Partnership II, P.O. Box 520783, Mail Station: 1790, Miami, Florida. It was further noted that pursuant to South Bend Municipal Code Section 18.53.8, owners whose property abut the proposed alley to be vacated were notified of the Board's Public Hearing date. Mr. Bill Pagel, 120 West LaSalle Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, representing Burger King Corporation was present and addressed the Board. Mr. Pagel asked that the Board favorably consider the 1 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 proposed alley vacation. Mr. Pagel advised that the additional property acquired will be used for parking to alleviate the current traffic back-up problem on LaSalle Avenue. Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. and Mrs. John M. Hazlitt., P.O..: Box 209, South Bend, Indiana, abutting property owners, advised the Board in a letter that they are in favor of the proposed alley vacation, also, no written objections were received by the Board concerning this matter. Mr. Leszczynski further advised that favorable comments have been received from the Engineering Department, Area Plan Commission and the Community Development Department concerning this proposed alley vacation. There being no one else present wishing to speak either for or against the proposed alley vacation, upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the Public Hearing on this matter was closed and the Clerk instructed to forward to the Common Council a favorable recommendation on the above referred to alley vacation subject to any and all utility easements. AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT - NEWMAN BUILDING REMODELING PROJECT In a letter to the Board, Mr. Neil A. Shanahan, Manager, Bureau of Public Construction, recommended that the Board accept the low bid of Kaser-Spraker Construction Company, Inc., 25487 W. State Road 2, South Bend, Indiana, in the amount of $37,600.00. It was noted that bids for this project were opened by the Board on June 10, 1985. Mr. Leszczynski further advised that in accordance with the award of this bid, a Contract in said amount was being submitted for Board approval. Upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the above bid was awarded , the Construction Contract approved and executed and the appropriate insurance, Performance Bond and Labor and Materials Payment Bond as submitted were accepted for filing. APPROVE UEST TO ADVERTISE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS - RECONSTRUCTION OF ROOF AT FIRE STATION NO. 3 (1805 E. MC KINLEY) In a letter to the Board, Fire Chief Timothy J. Brassell, requested permission to advertise for the receipt of bids for the replacement of the roof at Fire Station #3 at 1805 East McKinley „ Avenue. Chief Brassell indicated that the roof at the station has been repaired several times but continues to develop leaks. These leaks now threaten to cause permanent damage to the roof deck. He further indicated that the bid award for the roof replacement is contingent upon funding from the EMS Capital Improvement.Fund. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above request was approved. APPROVE STREET CLOSINGS FOR ETHNIC FESTIVAL (JULY 6-7, 1985) In a Memorandum to the Board, Ms. Mikki Dobski, Director, Office of Community Affairs indicated that she would like to request the same street closings and parking bans for the 1985 Ethnic Festival as used in 1984 as follows: Washington Street between Service Ct. #5 and Rasmussen Court, Jefferson Blvd. between Service Ct. #5 and Rasmussen's Court, (both Service Ct. #5 and Rasmussen's Court will be open to traffic), 100 South Michigan, 100 North Michigan (access will remain open to the Marriott/1st Bank parking lot). Additionally, Washington Street from St. Joseph to Main. Festival activities include the Festival 5 Run on July 4, 1985, the booth set-up to run from July 3-7, 1985 and the Waiter's and Waitress Race at the East Race on July 5. The latter will not require any traffic controls. All activities will be held within the booth area. REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting and the Police Department Traffic Division have provided favorable recommendations on the above requests. Therefore, upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Leszczynski and carried, the above requests were approved. APPROVE REQUEST TO CONDUCT ETHNIC FESTIVAL PARADE - JULY 6, 1985 In a Memorandum to the Board, Ms. Mikki Dobski, Director, Office of Community Affairs, requested the same street closings, parking bans and support as in.1984 for the 1985 Ethnic Festival Parade to be held on July 6, 1985 from 10:00 to 12:00 noon as follows: The Ethnic Festival Parade marshalling area is Lafayette Street from Sample to Western; Williams Street from South to Western; South Street from Taylor to Main; Monroe Street from Williams to Main. All of the above streets will be closed to normal thru traffic during the parade marshalling. Marshalling will start at approximately 7:00 a.m. with the parade moving out at 9:45 a.m. The parade route shall be Lafayette Boulevard from Western Avenue to Colfax, west on Colfax to Williams, south on Williams to Wayne Street. The above streets will be closed to normal thru traffic during the parade, estimated from 9:45 until 12:00 noon. The area in front of the County -City Building will be reserved for reviewing stand performing arts and television coverage. Additionally, the Parade Committee has requested services from REACT and the RACES for additional traffic and crowd controls. Mr. Leszczynski advised that this request has been reviewed by the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting and the Police Department Traffic Division and they recommend approval. Therefore, upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Leszczynski and carried, the above request was approved. APPROVE FINAL ETHNIC FESTIVAL BOOTH APPLICATIONS In a Memorandum to the Board, Ms. Mikki Dobski, Director, Office of Community Affairs submitted the following booth applications for approval: CRAFT BOOTHS 1. Dona Alexander 2. Florence P. Flutz (Flutz Enterprises) 3. Charlotte J. Burket (C & S Crafts) 4. Ken Schneider 5. Paul L. Cornell FOOD BOOTHS 1. Paula Gonzalez (Jr. League of United Latin American Citizens 2. Roderick A. Shaw (S.B. Community Industrialization Center, Inc.) 3. Paula Gonzalez (St. Stephen's Parish) DISPLAY BOOTHS 1. James Louis (Democratic Party) 2. Rey & Glenda Rae Hernandez 3. Mary Anne Bird (Family Learning Center) Ms. Dobski advised that with the approval of the above booths, the totals are as follows: CRAFT 48 FOOD 50 DISPLAY 14 TOTAL: 112 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 1 1 Mr. Vance advised that the food booth applications submitted today were received late but were accepted as they do not duplicate efforts of other participants. Upon a motion made by Mr. Vance, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above applications as submitted were approved. APPROVE REQUEST OF BUREAU OF HOUSING TO SELL HOUSE AT 1616 SOUTH CARLISLE STREET Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Bureau of Housing is requesting that the Board of Public Works handle the selling of a house they own at 1616 South Carlisle Street. Mr. Ted Leverman of the Bureau was present at the meeting and advised that the house was originally a Homestead property sold for $1.00. The owner of the house secured a government 312 loan to rehabilitate the property but has now abandoned the property and defaulted on the loan. HUD is now asking that the Bureau sell the house and apply the proceeds to the balance of the loan. Mr. Vance inquired as to what will happen to the amount left after the loan is paid off. Mr. Leverman responded that the Bureau will probably take a loss on the property as the amount of repairs far exceed the market value of the property. Mr. Leszczynski and Ms. Barnard voiced their concerns as to what guarantee the City would have that the property be brought up to code requirements. Board Attorney Carolyn V. Pfotenhauer advised that that concern could be addressed in the final agreement. Upon a motion made by Ms. Barnard, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the above request of the Bureau of Housing to sell the house at 1616 South Carlisle Street was approved with the stipulation that the legal advertisement contain language that the exterior repairs must be made within thirty (30) days of the purchase of the property. REQUEST TO CONDUCT STREET SERVICES - REV. AARON SCONIERS - REFERRED In a letter to the Board, Rev. Aaron Sconiers, 512 E. Monroe, Apt. 1, South Bend, Indiana, advised that he is a licensed minister of the Believers Church of God in Christ and would like permission to preach on street corners in South Bend, particularly Chapin and Washington Streets on Saturdays from July 6, 1985 to September 21, 1985, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The services will consist of singing and testifying and preaching. Additionally, Rev. Sconiers requested permission to use a small amplifier which he will hook-up in the facilities of local proprietorships in the area. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the above request was referred to the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting, the Police Department Traffic Division and the City Attorney's office for review and recommendation. REQUESTS TO CONDUCT BLOCK PARTIES REFERRED Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the following block party requests were referred to the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting and the Police Department Traffic Division for review and recommendation: 1. Petitioner: Address: Street to be closed: Dates and Times: Purpose: 2. Petitioner: Address: Street to be closed: Dates and Times: Purpose: Pat Clifton 738 East Ewing High Street between July 4, 1985 - 1:30 Family Get-together Ewing and Altgeld p.m. - 10:00 P.M. R. William Jonas, Jr. 1131 East Victoria 1100 block of East Victoria June 29, 1985 - 2:00 p.m. - 12:00 midnight Neighborhood Block party REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 3. Petitioner: Chris Samuels -Wade Address: 1142 Milton Street Street to be closed: 1100 block East Milton Dates and Times: June 30, 1985 - 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Purpose: Neighborhood Block Party 4. Petitioner: Elizabeth Creary Address: 1720 East Wayne Street Street to be closed: Wayne Street between Greenlawn Avenue and Esther Avenue Dates and Times: July 4, 1985 - 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Purpose: Neighborhood Block Party APPROVE BLOCK PARTY REQUEST - 200 BLOCK OF EAST WOODSIDE - JUNE 23, 1985 In a letter to the Board, Mr. Thomas Niemier, on behalf of his sister Mitzi Heiden, 222 E. Woodside, South Bend, Indiana, requested permission to conduct a neighborhood block party in the 200 block of E. Woodside on June 23, 1985, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Mr. Leszczynski advised that the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting and the Police Department Traffic Division have reviewed this request and recommend approval. Approval was recommended subject to the maintenance of a ten foot (101) clear and unobstructed lane for emergency purposes. It was noted that the Petitioner will be responsible for the placing and removal of the barricades with the barricades to be delivered by the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried the above recommendation was accepted and the request approved. APPROVE REQUEST OF ST. PETER'S LODGE NO. 31 TO CONDUCT MARCH JUNE 23, 1985 In a letter to the Board, Mr. James W. Husband, Secretary, St. Peter's Lodge No. 31, 1519 West Linden Avenue, P.O. Box 4454, South Bend, Indiana, requested permission to conduct a short march in honor of St. John the Baptist on Sunday, June 23, 1985 beginning at 2:00 p.m. The route to be utilized is as follows: from the corner of Dundee and Washington, (LaSalle Park) proceed down Washington to Falcon to the Greater Friendship Missionary Church at 206 Falcon Street. Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. Joseph J. Pluta, Director, Division of Engineering and Captain Edward Friend, Police Department Traffic Division, have reviewed the above request and recommend approval provided participants use the sidewalks only. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above recommendation was accepted and the request approved. APPROVE BLOCK PARTY REQUEST - 400 BLOCK OF N. COQUILLARD STREET JUNE 29, 1985 Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. Joseph J. Pluta, Director, Division of Engineering and Captain Edward Friend, Police - Department Traffic Division, have reviewed the request of Ms. Tessa McGann to conduct a block party in the 400 block of North Coquillard Street on June 29, 1985, from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., said request submitted to the Board on June 10, 1985, and recommend approval. Approval was recommended subject to the maintenance of a ten foot (10') clear and unobstructed lane for emergency purposes. It was noted that the Petitioner will be responsible for the placing and removal of the barricades with the barricades to be delivered by the Bureau of Traffic and Lighting. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above recommendation was accepted and the request approved. 1 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 1 1 r APPROVE REQUEST OF ST. JOE VALLEY WATERCOLOR SOCIETY FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DURING LEEPER PARK ART FAIR - JUNE-22 & 23, 1985 Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. Joseph J. Pluta, Director, Division of Engineering and Captain Edward Friend, Police Department Traffic Division, have reviewed the request of the St. Joe Valley Watercolor Society to change, Riverside Drive to one-way westbound with parking limited to the south side and Park Lane one-way eastbound with,parking on the,north side during the Leeper Park Art:Fair and recommend approval.. It was noted that the request was submitted to the Board on June 3, 1985. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above recommendation was accepted and the request approved. APPROVE REQUEST OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS TO CONDUCT ANNUAL MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION INTERSECTION SOLICITATION - JULY 14, 1985 In a letter to the Board, Ms. Karen S. Locke, District Director, Muscular Dystrophy Association, on behalf of the National Association of Letter Carriers, requested permission to hold their annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Intersection Solicitation on Sunday, July 14, 1985 from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. at the following intersections: 1. Miami & Ireland 2. Edison & Ironwood 3. Miami & Lincolnway East Mr. Leszczynski advised that Mr. Joseph J. Pluta, Director, Division of Engineering and Captain Edward Friend, Police Department Traffic Division, have reviewed this request and recommend approval to solicit on the sidewalks only. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above recommendation was accepted and the request approved. APPROVE TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Mr. Vance and carried, the following five (5) traffic control devices were approved: 1. REMOVE NO TURN ON RED - Lafayette to Jefferson, Westbound to North. (Temporary installation, conversion to 2-way traffic). 2. REMOVE NO TURN ON RED - Main to Jefferson, Eastbound to South. (Temporary installation, conversion to 2-way traffic). 3. REMOVE NO TURN ON RED - Lafayette & Washington, North- bound to West. (Temporary installation, conversion to 2-way traffic). 4. REMOVE NO TURN ON RED - Williams and Jefferson, Southbound to East & West. (Temporary installation, conversion to 2-way traffic). 5. NEW INSTALLATION - 1709 South'Douglas - Handicap Tow -away zone. Request of John Pecsi, 1709 Douglas. FILING OF HUMANE SOCIETY REPORT - MAY The Humane Society report for the month of May indicated the following matters handled for the City of South Bend: DOGS HANDLED: 223 CATS HANDLED: 155 OTHER ANIMALS HANDLED: 146 BITE CASES HANDLED: 21 COMPLAINTS HANDLED: 191 24- REGULAR MEETING JUNE 17, 1985 Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above report as submitted was accepted and filed. FILING OF CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, Certificates of Insurance for Delta-T Company, Inc., 1136 S. Lafayette Boulevard, South Bend, Indiana and Uebele Insulation, Inc., 402 Jackson, LaPorte, Indiana were accepted and filed. APPROVE CONTRACTOR'S BOND Mr. Melvin Humphrey, Engineering Department, recommended that the Contractor's Bond for Gary Goddard d/b/a Goddard Construction Company, be approved retroactive to June 10, 1985. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the above Contractor's Bond was approved. FILING OF ENVIRONMENTAL CLEAN-UP OF LOTS REPORT A report from the Department of Code Enforcement indicating a total of one hundred sixty-one (161) properties cleaned from June 10, 1985 to June 14, 1985 was submitted. Upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the report as submitted was filed. APPROVE CLAIMS Mr. John Ferguson, Acting Executive Director, St. Joseph County Job Training Program submitted a list containing seventy-six (76) claims and recommended approval. Additionally, Deputy City Controller Carol M. Sanders submitted Claim Docket No. 12957 through Claim Docket No. 13903 and recommended approval. Upon a motion made by Mr. Vance, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the claims were approved and the reports as submitted were filed. THANKS TO MARYROSE PUTZ FOR ACTING AS CLERK OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS IN THE ABSENCE OF CLERK SANDRA M. PARMERLEE Upon a motion made by Mr. Vance, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, Board members welcomed back Clerk Sandra M. Parmerlee and thanked Maryrose Putz for her assistance as Acting Clerk of the Board for the past eight (8) weeks. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, upon a motion made by Mr. Leszczynski, seconded by Ms. Barnard and carried, the meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. J n E. Leszczyngkli Katherine G. rnard Michael L. Vance ATTEST: Sandra M. Parmerlee, Clerk